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WillCo Civic Brew: November WCS Board Meeting Recap
In this episode, Nancy Garrett and Jen Aprea break down the highlights from recent Williamson County Schools board meetings, including the work session and the monthly voting meeting. Key topics include:

• Funding Clarity: Addressing a listener question about state voucher funding ($7K) versus Williamson County public school funding from the state ($4K).
• Public Comment Highlights: Discussions around vouchers, art teacher supplements, and an organized push for extended recess.
• 5-Year Capital Plan Approval: A look at the annual capital planning process, including some board members’ requests for more time to review.
• Policy Shifts: Commentary on revisions to the Equal Opportunity Employment policy, where the board voted against legal counsel, HR, and superintendent recommendations.
• Superintendent Goals: Unanimous approval of goals, including anti-bullying measures, pay increases for hard-to-fill positions, and finding private funding for schools.

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Resources and Links:
November 18 Williamson County School Board Meeting Livestream:
Williamson County Board of Education Meeting - November 18, 2024

Williamson County Schools Five Year Capital Plan (Item 6.a):
Public Meeting Agenda: November 18, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Williamson County School Board Meeting - BOEconnect

WCS Work Session (includes presentation on budget and initial discussion of the 5-year capital plan): WCS Board Work Session 2024-11-14

Williamson County EOE Policy (page 5):
Microsoft Word - Updated Personnel Policies_10.01.2024.docx

Revised Williamson County Schools EOE Policy (Item 6.c):
Public Meeting Agenda: November 18, 2024 at 6:30 PM - Williamson County School Board Meeting - BOEconnect