Board approves contract extensions amid closed‑session action and debate

The board followed counsel advice about personnel matters and voted to convene in closed session under statutory provisions for personnel and attorney‑client consultation. After discussion and procedural clarifications, the board took votes on contract amendments.

Trustees approved an amendment to extend Dr. Atkinson's contract by one year to 06/30/2030; the meeting record reflects the motion carried with a recorded count of 5 in favor and 4 opposed. The board also approved a two‑year extension to Deputy Superintendent Anne Brown's contract through 06/30/2030; the motion carried in open session after the necessary procedural steps.

Board counsel reminded members that any substantive discussion about performance or confidential personnel matters must occur in closed session and not in open meeting debate.