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Parent Action Coalition Newsletter

February 3, 2026 Edition

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District Board Meeting Recap

February 2, 2026

The Parent Action Coalition (PAC) attended the February 2, 2026 Jacksonville North Pulaski School District (JNPSD) Board Meeting to monitor district actions, advocate for families, and keep the community informed. Below is a summary of key items discussed and approved.

 PAC Advocacy & Community Engagement

Parent Oversight Committee Proposal

PAC presented a structured proposal outlining how a Parent Oversight Committee could improve transparency, communication, and consistency in addressing parent concerns. The proposed framework reflects best practices and community-centered solutions designed to strengthen trust and accountability.

Hybrid Public Comment Request

PAC formally requested that the board consider offering a hybrid public comment option (both in-person and virtual) at future meetings. Research shared shows that hybrid access increases participation for working parents, caregivers, individuals with disabilities, and families facing transportation or scheduling barriers.

Community Meeting Invitation

PAC invited board members and the public to attend the upcoming PAC Community Meeting on February 28 at 3:00 PM, providing families a space for collaborative dialogue around district priorities and parent engagement.

 District Announcements

Jacksonville High School Data Update

District leadership shared updates on student leadership initiatives and upcoming homecoming events. During the Jacksonville High School presentation, two senior students spoke, expressing appreciation for recent changes, including:

• The reimplementation of student council

• Expanded college credit opportunities for high school students

Administrators also reported ATLAS testing results, noting growth in three academic areas.

Special Olympics

Jacksonville High School will host the Special Olympics. Community participation and support were encouraged.

Child Protection Manual

The district presented an updated Child Protection Manual, including a newly developed condensed, parent-friendly version. A Spanish translation is currently in progress.

 Board Actions & Administrative Updates

Discipline Reports

The board reviewed eight uncontested discipline cases, all of which were approved without discussion.

2025–2026 District Calendar

The proposed academic calendar for the 2025–2026 school year was presented, outlining instructional days, breaks, and professional development dates.

Mental Health Grant

A new grant was announced to provide year-round, on-campus mental health therapists for students in grades 6–12.

Key details include:

• Therapists available throughout the year

• Training provided by the partnering company

• Results-driven incentives tied to student outcomes

Implementation timing will be determined by individual principals.

• Principal Weems plans to implement immediately

• Dr. Biggs plans to begin implementation during the 2026–2027 school year

Board Training

Board members will complete required state-mandated training as scheduled.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Future Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on a student-off day, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to increase accessibility for families. Virtual options such as Zoom were not discussed but may further improve participation.

Crisis & Response Manuals

The board approved updated Crisis and Response Manuals, formalizing districtwide emergency and critical incident procedures. These updates align with items previously included in PAC’s community demands.

• Manuals will go live tomorrow

• Parents will receive a version specifically designed for families

Website Updates

The district will add new website links to improve access to policies and parent resources. A Spanish version will be available soon.

Teacher Longevity Pay Schedule

The board approved updates to the teacher longevity pay schedule, ensuring educators continue to receive annual increases beyond year 28 and do not “bottom out” late in their careers.

 Stay Connected

The Parent Action Coalition remains committed to transparency, collaboration, and meaningful parent engagement. Families are encouraged to attend board meetings, review posted materials, and participate in upcoming PAC events.

 PAC Website (now live):

https://sites.google.com/view/jnpsdpac

 PAC Leadership Publication:

A Quantified Approach to Advocacy

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJLZX9BL

All proceeds support the work of the Parent Action Coalition.

 Contact PAC:

jnpsdpac@gmail.com

or via the Contact Us form on our website