Recognition

• The Board recognized several outstanding members of the Westside community.

• WHS Educators Rising students Kelsie Cobb, Jaxson Hines, Darcy Ford, and Destinee Tate, along with teacher Lindsay James, were recognized as they prepare to compete at the State Conference at ASU Beebe.

• The WHS Boys Bowling Team was also recognized for winning the 4A State Championship and advancing to state finals competition.

• In addition, the Board honored Myca Ferguson for nine years of dedicated service as a member of the Westside School Board. Superintendent Chris George presented her with a plaque in appreciation of her leadership and commitment to the district.

Reports and Presentations

• Enrollment - 1734

• Facilities - Tate General Contractors and Mark Steiling, Architect, regarding the high school project, Water Treatment Facility State Partnership Update by Superintendent Chris George

• School Data Presentation - Dr. Christy Kammerer with Special Education Monitoring Results for the 2025-2026 School Year

Board Actions

• Approved School Board Minutes from theJanuary 12, 2026 and February 4, 2026 school board meetings

• Approved School Choice and Legal Transfer Applications

• Approved the 2026-2027 School Calendar Update

• Approved 2026-2027 Certified Salary Schedule

• Approved Classified Transportation Pay Scale, Field Trip Bus Driver Pay Schedule, Letter Grade Performance Stipend

• Approced Westside Pre-Kindergarten Tuition Proposal

• Approved the ASBA Model Policy Winter Updates

• Approved the ASBA Workers' Compensation Insurance

• Approved the DESE Budget Review

• Approved the January 2026 Financial Report

Upcoming Meeting(s)

• Regular scheduled meeting on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Westside High School Library