Narrative Summary
Summary
The Fort Mill School District Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on December 9, 2025, with five of seven members present. The meeting featured several recognitions, including Nation Ford High School's literary magazine, Fort Mill High School's 5A Division 2 State Champion cross country teams, Leadership Academy strand completers, and the Superintendent's Red Nose Award recipients. The board received informational presentations on Fort Mill Middle School student support initiatives, a teacher recruitment marketing project by Nation Ford marketing students, the monthly financial report, and a first reading of a proposed non-resident student admission policy. Two substantive policy items were voted on and approved, and the board entered executive session to discuss legal, contractual, and personnel matters, from which no actions resulted.
Key Decisions & Votes
- Approval of Agenda — Agenda approved as submitted. Vote: No objection / approved.
- Approval of Minutes — Minutes of the November 18, 2025 Board Meeting approved as submitted. Vote: No objection / approved.
- Policy JH and Policy JHE — Accept the recommendation of administration to approve Policy JH Student Absences and Excuses and Policy JHE Excused Absences for Career and Technical Student Organization Experiences as presented. Vote: 5-0. Moved by Bouldin, seconded by Frattaroli.
- Dual Credit Pathways — Accept the recommendation of administration to approve Dual Credit Pathways courses as presented. Vote: 5-0. Courses allow high school students to earn simultaneous high school and college credit; moved by Bouldin, seconded by Frattaroli.
- Executive Session — Enter Executive Session to discuss legal, contractual issues, and personnel recommendations. Vote: 5-0. No actions were taken following the session.
- Adjournment — Adjourn the meeting at 8:38 p.m. Vote: 5-0.
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Action Items & Upcoming Dates
- Greene Finney Cauley to finalize financial audit workpapers and issue final audit report prior to Christmas break.
- David Phillips to present final audit report at the January 6, 2026 Board meeting.
- Dr. Latoya Dixon to present approval for Policy JFAB (Admission of Non-Resident Students) at a future board meeting.
- Dec. 19 — Instructional ½ Day for Students.
- Dec. 22 – Jan. 2 — Winter Break.
- Jan. 5, 2026 — Teacher Work Day.
- Jan. 6, 2026 — School Board Meeting, Public Session 6:00 p.m., District Office; final audit report to be presented.
- Jan. 19, 2026 — Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday — no school for students or staff.
- Jan. 21, 2026 — Board of Trustees visits to Tega Cay Elementary, Gold Hill Elementary, and Gold Hill Middle, 10:45 a.m.
- Jan. 22, 2026 — Teacher Forum Winter Refresh Day and Board of Trustees Retreat, 2:00 p.m., District Office.
- Jan. 30, 2026 — 2-Hour Early Release Day.
Agenda Items
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1.01
Call to Order by Chairwoman Spears
Chairwoman Spears called the meeting to order.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
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- None
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1.02
Statement of Public Notice of Meeting
Chairwoman Spears stated that public notification was made in accordance with S.C. Code of Laws, 1985, Section 30-4-80-e to The Herald, The Charlotte Observer, CN2, and WRHI.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
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- None
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1.03
Moment of Silence
Moment of silence observed.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- None
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1.04
Pledge of Allegiance
Pledge of Allegiance recited.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- None
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1.05
Approval of Agenda
Chairwoman Spears stated that, without objection, the agenda is approved as submitted.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- None
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2
Approval of Minutes
Approval of the Minutes of the November 18, 2025 Board Meeting. Chairwoman Spears stated that the minutes are approved as submitted.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- None
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3.01
Recognition of Nation Ford High School Literary Magazine, Voices - Ms. Elizabeth Swann, Advisor
Recognition of Nation Ford High School Literary Magazine, Voices and its advisor Ms. Elizabeth Swann.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- special recognition literary magazine
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3.02
Recognition of Fort Mill High School 5A Division 2 State Champion Girls and Boys Cross Country Team - Mr. Zach Beam
Recognition of Fort Mill High School 5A Division 2 State Champion Girls and Boys Cross Country Team and coach Mr. Zach Beam.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- special recognition athletics cross country
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3.03
Recognition of Leadership Academy Strand Completers - Dr. Latoya Dixon
Recognition of Leadership Academy Strand Completers across multiple categories including School Leadership Basics, Courageous Leadership, Teacher Leadership, Leadership Personal Development, and Strand 8.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- special recognition leadership academy
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3.04
Superintendent's Red Nose Award
The Superintendent's Red Nose Award recognizes staff who demonstrate school level excellence, empathy, and kindness as it relates to the 4Cs of Mr. Young's administration – Culture, Community Engagement, Commitment, and Continuous Improvement. This month's award was given to Robbie Sluder, Amber Smith, Officer Leanna Cutler and Rebecca Pollack.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- special recognition staff award
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4
School Spotlight - Fort Mill Middle School - Dr. Emily McQuay
Fort Mill Middle School worked to strengthen the student experience this year by adding three new supports: Safe Schools Ambassadors, Behavior Academies, and the SRO Book Club. Safe Schools Ambassadors brings together positive student leaders who help guide healthy behavior among their peers. Behavior Academies is a sixth-grade pilot that offers focused support for essential behavioral skills, with plans to grow the program in the 26-27 school year. The SRO Book Club builds meaningful connections between students and the School Resource Officer through a shared reading experience, with groups meeting three times each month for discussion and reflection.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- school spotlight student support behavior academies
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5.01
Public Participation - Mr. Frank Jurnak - Silfab Solar
Mr. Frank Jurnak spoke regarding Silfab Solar.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- public participation solar
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5.02
Public Participation - Ms. Ashley Horne - Silfab Solar
Ms. Ashley Horne spoke regarding Silfab Solar.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- public participation solar
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6.01
Monthly Financial/Impact Fee Update - Mrs. Leanne Lordo
Mrs. Leanne Lordo provided the monthly financial report covering the fourth month in fiscal year (October 31st), total revenue of $51,248,464, and total expenditures of $74,169,679. Key updates include vehicle tax collections, real estate taxes, Act 388 Tier 3 monthly payments, and impact fee collections and submissions to York County.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- financial report impact fees budget
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6.02
Behind the Scenes, Beyond the Classroom: NAFO Marketing Students Partner with FMSD to Tell Our Story - Mr. Joe Burke and Mrs. Darleen Romenick
Nation Ford High School marketing students partnered with Darleen Romenick to explore teacher recruitment and retention from the student, teacher, and community perspectives.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- marketing teacher recruitment retention
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6.03
First Reading of Policy JFAB Admission of Non-Resident Students
Dr. Latoya Dixon presented the first reading of Policy JFAB, Admission of Non-Resident Students. The SCDE released Model Guidelines for an Interdistrict Transfer Policy, which will be effective beginning with the 2027-28 school year. Under new South Carolina law, this policy would allow students to enroll in a school district outside of the district they are residentially zoned for with consideration for school capacity. The district recommends updating policy JFAB to permit full-time non-resident employees to enroll their children in the district so long as their employment continues under district prescribed conditions beginning with the 2026-27 school year. Employees would be charged $500.00 for in-state students of nonresident employees and $1500 for out of state students of nonresident employees. Approval for this policy update will be presented at a future board meeting.
- Outcome
- deferred
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- range: pp.3-4
- Tags
- policy non-resident students enrollment first reading
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7
Reports and Information
Board members provided an overview of their recent conference with the SCSBA.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- conference SCSBA
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8.01
Consideration of Approval of Policy JH Student Absences and Excuses and Policy JHE Excused Absences for Career and Technical Student Organization Experiences
Mr. Bouldin made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve Policy JH Student Absences and Excuses and Policy JHE Excused Absences for Career and Technical Student Organization Experiences as presented. Dr. Frattaroli seconded the motion which passed by a 5-0 vote.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Accept the recommendation of administration to approve Policy JH Student Absences and Excuses and Policy JHE Excused Absences for Career and Technical Student Organization Experiences as presented.
- Moved / seconded
- Wayne Bouldin / Scott Frattaroli
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- policy student absences career and technical
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8.02
Consideration of Approval of Dual Credit Pathways
Dual Credit courses allow high school students to earn both high school and college credit at the same time. College credit is awarded based on the final course grade. Credits earned can often transfer to other colleges or universities. Mr. Bouldin made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve Dual Credit Pathways courses as presented. Dr. Frattaroli seconded the motion which passed by a 5-0 vote.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Accept the recommendation of administration to approve Dual Credit Pathways courses as presented.
- Moved / seconded
- Wayne Bouldin / Scott Frattaroli
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- dual credit college credit high school curriculum
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9
Superintendent's Report
Superintendent Grey Young provided an update on district enrollment, student attendance, recent test score data and calendar events.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- superintendent report enrollment attendance test scores
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9.01
Calendar of Events
Superintendent Young outlined upcoming calendar events including Blue Ribbon Lighthouse Schools of Excellence Award Recognition on December 4, South Carolina School Board Association Legislative Conference December 6-7, School Board Meeting December 9, Instructional ½ Day December 19, Winter Break December 22-January 2, and various January events.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- range: pp.4-5
- Tags
- calendar events holidays
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9.02
Enrollment Update
Superintendent Young reported that the current enrollment is 18,275.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- enrollment
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9.03
Student Attendance Update
Student attendance rates reported: NFHS 95.8%, PKMS 97.04%, KTES 97.23% (highest in the district).
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- attendance
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10
Executive Session
Chairwoman Kristy Spears stated that the Board was in need of an Executive Session to discuss legal and contractual issues and personnel recommendations. Mr. Bouldin made a motion to enter Executive Session at 8:04 p.m. Dr. Frattaroli seconded the motion which passed by a unanimous 5-0 vote.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Enter Executive Session to discuss legal, contractual issues and personnel recommendations.
- Moved / seconded
- Wayne Bouldin / Scott Frattaroli
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- executive session legal personnel
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11.01
Actions from Discussions During Executive Session
In Executive Session, the Board discussed legal, contractual, and personnel recommendations. No actions were taken.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- executive session legal personnel
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12
Adjournment
Being no further business, Mr. Bouldin made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Dr. Frattaroli seconded the motion which passed by a unanimous 5-0 vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Adjourn the meeting.
- Moved / seconded
- Wayne Bouldin / Scott Frattaroli
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- None
Votes
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Consideration of Approval of Policy JH Student Absences and Excuses and Policy JHE Excused Absences for Career and Technical Student Organization Experiences
Accept the recommendation of administration to approve Policy JH Student Absences and Excuses and Policy JHE Excused Absences for Career and Technical Student Organization Experiences as presented.
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.4
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Consideration of Approval of Dual Credit Pathways
Accept the recommendation of administration to approve Dual Credit Pathways courses as presented.
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.4
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Executive Session
Enter Executive Session to discuss legal, contractual issues and personnel recommendations.
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
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Adjournment
Adjourn the meeting.
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
Public Hearings
No public hearings listed.
Action Items
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Finalize financial audit workpapers and issue final audit report prior to Christmas break
- Owner
- Greene Finney Cauley
- Due
- Source ref
- page: p.3
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Present final audit report at January Board meeting
- Owner
- David Phillips
- Due
- 2026-01-06
- Source ref
- page: p.3
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Present approval for Policy JFAB Admission of Non-Resident Students update at a future board meeting
- Owner
- Dr. Latoya Dixon
- Due
- Source ref
- page: p.4
Upcoming Dates
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Blue Ribbon Lighthouse Schools of Excellence Award Recognition for Pleasant Knoll Elementary, Tega Cay Elementary, and Catawba Ridge High School, Orlando, FL
- Date
- 2025-12-04
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South Carolina School Board Association (SCSBA) Legislative Conference, Charleston, SC (through 12-07)
- Date
- 2025-12-06
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Instructional ½ Day for Students
- Date
- 2025-12-19
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Winter Break begins (through 2026-01-02)
- Date
- 2025-12-22
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Teacher Work Day
- Date
- 2026-01-05
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School Board Meeting, Public Session 6:00 p.m., District Office
- Date
- 2026-01-06
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - no school for students or staff
- Date
- 2026-01-19
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Board of Trustees Visits to Tega Cay Elementary, Gold Hill Elementary, and Gold Hill Middle, 10:45 a.m.
- Date
- 2026-01-21
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Teacher Forum Winter Refresh Day at the District Office and Board of Trustees Retreat, 2 p.m., District Office
- Date
- 2026-01-22
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2 Hour Early Release Day
- Date
- 2026-01-30
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