Narrative Summary
Summary
The Fort Mill School District Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on April 1, 2026, with six of seven members present. The meeting included staff recognitions, a school spotlight on River Trail Elementary, and two public speakers addressing Silfab Solar. The board received first readings of the district's strategic plan and the 2027–28 academic calendar, and approved updates to the 2026–27 academic calendar along with authorization of up to $10,250,000 in general obligation bonds for district improvements. Following an executive session covering legal, contractual, and personnel matters, the board approved multiple contract renewals, new and replacement positions, and three administrative appointments.
Key Decisions & Votes
- 2026–27 Academic Calendar updates — Motion to approve updates to the 2026–27 Academic Calendar as presented, incorporating SCDOE-directed changes to designated make-up days (October 12, 2026; February 1, 2027; March 26, 2027). Vote: 6-0.
- Flint Hill Elementary make-up days (Item 7.02) — Motion to table the discussion of the plan to recover lost instructional time for Flint Hill Elementary students on March 5–6 due to the Silfab Solar incidents. Vote: 6-0.
- General Obligation Bonds — not exceeding $10,250,000 — Motion to approve the issuance and sale of not exceeding $10,250,000 in general obligation bonds to defray costs of improvements in the Fort Mill School District. Vote: 6-0. Bonds are expected to be repaid within 3–5 years.
- List A administrative professional contract renewals for 2026–27 — Motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List A renewals. Vote: 6-0.
- List B certified contract renewals for 2026–27 — Motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List B renewals. Vote: 6-0.
- List C certified contract renewals (including non-renewal) for 2026–27 — Motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List C renewals. Vote: 6-0.
- New and replacement positions — Motion to approve 12 new positions and 48 replacement positions. Vote: 6-0.
- Appointment of Jared Adamson — Motion to name Jared Adamson as Assistant Principal at Fort Mill Middle School. Vote: 6-0.
- Appointment of Amber Mays — Motion to name Amber Mays as Assistant Principal at Nation Ford High School. Vote: 6-0.
- Appointment of Christopher Krieger — Motion to name Christopher Krieger as Assistant Supervisor of Transportation. Vote: 6-0.
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Action Items & Upcoming Dates
- Administration to present local budget recommendations at the April 14, 2026 Board meeting.
- Administration to bring the 2027–28 academic calendar to the board for approval at the April 14, 2026 meeting.
- April 14, 2026 — Board of Trustees visits to Tega Cay Elementary, Flint Hill Elementary, Springfield Elementary, and Springfield Middle (10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.).
- April 14, 2026 — Board of Trustees Regular Meeting, public session (6:00 p.m.).
- April 25, 2026 — Board-approved Saturday make-up day for Flint Hill Elementary students (pending resolution of tabled Item 7.02).
- May 29, 2026 — Converted half-day to full instructional day for Flint Hill Elementary students (pending resolution of tabled Item 7.02).
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
- Tags
- procedural
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1.02
Statement of Public Notice of Meeting
Chairwoman Spears stated that in accordance with S.C. Code of Laws, 1985, Section 30-4-80-e, the following have been notified of the time, place and agenda of this meeting: The Herald, The Charlotte Observer, CN2, and WRHI.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- public notice
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1.03
Moment of Silence
A moment of silence was observed.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- procedural
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1.04
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- procedural
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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
- procedural
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2
Approval of Minutes
Approval of the Minutes of the March 3, 2026 and March 17, 2026 Board Meeting and the March 10, 2026 Special Called Board Meeting. Corrections to the March 17, 2026 minutes were requested by Mrs. Lipi Pratt to correct the topic of Public Speaker Ms. Ashley Mock to reflect 'Silfab'. Chairwoman Spears stated that with the corrections to the March 17, 2026 minutes, all 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
- minutes
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3.01
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 4C's of Mr. Young's administration – Culture, Community Engagement, Commitment, and Continuous Improvement. April honorees are: Victoria Bujak (RVES), Jessica Calloway (District Office), Melissa Grupp (FCMS) and Gwen Hoyle.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- recognition awards
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3.02
Recognition of Middle and High School All-State Band Students
Dr. Gales Scroggs presented recognition of Middle and High School All-State Band Students.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- recognition student achievement
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4
School Spotlight - River Trail Elementary
Principal Savannah Steger and her staff shared information to spotlight their school culture. River Trail Elementary is dedicated to fostering a culture of family and growth where student ownership and staff well-being drive academic success. By celebrating both individual and grade-level achievements through their 'Together We Bloom' goal-setting initiative, they ensure that their school remains a joyful, high-performing community focused on continuous improvement.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- school spotlight school culture
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5.01
Public Participation - Ms. Bridget Lynch
Ms. Bridget Lynch 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 comment Silfab Solar
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5.02
Public Participation - Ms. Renee Russ
Ms. Renee Russ 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 comment Silfab Solar
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6.01
Monthly Financial/Impact Fee Update
Mrs. Leanne Lordo presented the monthly financial report for February 28 (Eighth Month in Fiscal Year) with total revenue of $202,474,438 and total expenditures of $158,811,725, representing a positive cash flow increase of $43,662,713. Impact fees collected to date total $83,350,472 with interest earned of $7,511,170. Real estate taxes show $530,361 in delinquent collections, and vehicle tax collections total $1,869,916 with 99% of budgeted amount collected.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- financial report budget impact fees
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6.02
First Reading of the District Strategic Plan
Superintendent Grey Young and Dr. Mike Waiksnis presented the district strategic plan for first reading. The work on this plan started in 2019 and has included feedback from countless stakeholders, including students, teachers, administrators, parents, community members, board members and more. The strategic plan has four goal areas: Leadership Capacity, Learning Capacity, Resource Capacity, and Personalized Learning. Each goal area includes performance goals, strategies and action steps designed to support the district overall mission.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- strategic plan first reading
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6.03
First Reading of the 2027-28 Academic Calendar
Mr. Joe Burke presented the 2027-2028 academic calendar for first reading. This modified year round calendar features balanced 90 day semesters, teacher start date of July 26, student start date of August 2, winter break October 4-8, February break February 21-25 in conjunction with Presidents Day, and end date of May 25 prior to Memorial Day. The administration will bring the calendar to the board for approval at the next meeting on April 14, 2026.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- academic calendar first reading
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7.01
Consideration of Approval of Updates to the 2026-27 Academic Calendar
Mr. Joe Burke presented updates to the 2026–2027 academic calendar for approval by the school board. The board voted to approve the updates as submitted. This update included changes to the designated make-up days listed on the calendar in response to information provided by the South Carolina Department of Education. The designated make-up days included in the update are: October 12, 2026, February 1, 2027, and March 26, 2027.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve the updates to the 2026-27 Academic Calendar as presented.
- Moved / seconded
- Scott Frattaroli / Wayne Bouldin
- Vote
- 6-0
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- academic calendar approval
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7.02
Consideration of Approval of Makeup Days for Flint Hill Elementary School
Mr. Joe Burke presented a plan to recover the lost time for Flint Hill Elementary Students on March 5-6 due to the incidents at Silfab Solar. Following discussions with the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDOE), the district was informed that the board does not have the option to waive the days Flint Hill Elementary students missed on March 5–6, and that students are required to make-up the lost time. The district proposed utilizing Saturday, April 25 for a board-approved Saturday make-up day and converting Friday, May 29 from a half-day into a full instructional day. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to table the discussion, which was later amended to reflect item 7.03 on the agenda.
- Outcome
- tabled
- Motion
- Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to table the discussion of the plan to recover the lost time for Flint Hill Elementary Students on March 5-6 due to the incidents at Silfab Solar, item 7.02 on the agenda.
- Moved / seconded
- Scott Frattaroli / Wayne Bouldin
- Vote
- 6-0
- Source ref
- range: pp.4-5
- Tags
- makeup days Flint Hill Elementary Silfab Solar
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7.03
Consideration of Approval of Resolution to Authorize Not Exceeding $10,250,000 General Obligation Bonds
Mrs. Lordo requested the approval of a $10,250,000 general obligation bonds to defray costs of improvements in the School District. The board is authorized to approve and issue bonds for up to a total of 8% of the assessed tax value without referendum. The district typically issues these types of bonds annually to cover special projects that go beyond the scope of the school budget. Payback for these bonds typically occurs within 3-5 years. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to approve the issuance and sale of not exceeding $10,250,000 million in general obligation bonds to defray costs of improvements in the Fort Mill School District.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to approve the issuance and sale of not exceeding $10,250,000 million in general obligation bonds to defray costs of improvements in the Fort Mill School District.
- Moved / seconded
- Scott Frattaroli / Wayne Bouldin
- Vote
- 6-0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- bonds capital improvements financing
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8.01
Calendar of Events
Superintendent Grey Young provided a calendar of events including: April 1 Board of Trustees Meeting (6:00 p.m.), March 3 and 2 Hour Early Release Day with elementary release at 12 p.m., middle at 1:10 p.m., high at 1:40 p.m., April 14 Board of Trustees Visits to Tega Cay Elementary, Flint Hill Elementary, Springfield Elementary and SpringfieldMiddle from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and April 14 Board of Trustees Meeting (6:00 p.m.).
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- calendar events
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8.02
Enrollment Update
Superintendent Young reported that the current enrollment is 18,253.
- 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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8.03
Student Attendance Update
Student attendance rates were reported as: OPES- 97.5%, GHMS/PKMS (tie) - 97.2%, FMHS- 96.1% - 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 student performance
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8
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. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to enter Executive Session at 8:00 p.m. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a unanimous 6-0 vote. Later, Chairwoman Kristy Spears stated that the Board would return to public session. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to enter Executive Session at 9:44 p.m. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a unanimous 6-0 vote.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to enter Executive Session at 8:00 p.m.
- Moved / seconded
- Scott Frattaroli / Wayne Bouldin
- Vote
- 6-0
- Source ref
- page: p.6
- Tags
- executive session legal personnel
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9.01
Actions from Discussions Regarding Executive Session
In Executive Session, the Board discussed legal, contractual, and personnel recommendations. No actions were taken on legal or contractual matters. Multiple contract renewals and personnel appointments were approved including: List A administrative professional contract renewals for 2026-2027, List B certified contract renewals for 2026-2027, List C certified including non-renewal for 2026-2027, approval of 12 new positions and 48 replacement positions, appointment of Jared Adamson as new Assistant Principal at Fort Mill Middle School, appointment of Amber Mays as Assistant Principal at Nation Ford High School, and appointment of Christopher Krieger as Assistant Supervisor of Transportation.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List A administrative professional contract renewals for 2026-2027. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List B certified contract renewals for 2026-2027. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List C certified including non-renewal for 2026-2027. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve 12 new positions and 48 replacement positions. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to name Jared Adamson as the new Assistant Principal at Fort Mill Middle School. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to name Amber Mays as the Assistant Principal at Nation Ford High School. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to name Christopher Krieger as the Assistant Supervisor of Transportation. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote.
- Moved / seconded
- Scott Frattaroli / Wayne Bouldin
- Vote
- 6-0
- Source ref
- page: p.6
- Tags
- personnel contract renewals appointments
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10
Adjournment
Being no further business, Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a unanimous 6-0 vote. The meeting adjourned at 9:47 p.m.
- Outcome
- no_action
- Motion
- Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
- Moved / seconded
- Scott Frattaroli / Wayne Bouldin
- Vote
- 6-0
- Source ref
- page: p.7
- Tags
- procedural
Votes
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Consideration of Approval of Updates to the 2026-27 Academic Calendar
Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve the updates to the 2026-27 Academic Calendar as presented.
- Vote
- 6-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.4
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Consideration of Approval of Makeup Days for Flint Hill Elementary School
Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to table the discussion of the plan to recover the lost time for Flint Hill Elementary Students on March 5-6 due to the incidents at Silfab Solar, item 7.02 on the agenda.
- Vote
- 6-0
- Outcome
- tabled
- Source ref
- range: pp.4-5
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Consideration of Approval of Resolution to Authorize Not Exceeding $10,250,000 General Obligation Bonds
Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to approve the issuance and sale of not exceeding $10,250,000 million in general obligation bonds to defray costs of improvements in the Fort Mill School District.
- Vote
- 6-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
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Executive Session
Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to enter Executive Session at 8:00 p.m.
- Vote
- 6-0
- Outcome
- no_action
- Source ref
- page: p.6
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Actions from Discussions Regarding Executive Session
Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List A administrative professional contract renewals for 2026-2027. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List B certified contract renewals for 2026-2027. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve List C certified including non-renewal for 2026-2027. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to approve 12 new positions and 48 replacement positions. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to name Jared Adamson as the new Assistant Principal at Fort Mill Middle School. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to name Amber Mays as the Assistant Principal at Nation Ford High School. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote. Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to accept the recommendation of administration to name Christopher Krieger as the Assistant Supervisor of Transportation. Mr. Bouldin seconded the motion which passed by a 6-0 vote.
- Vote
- 6-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.6
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Adjournment
Dr. Frattaroli made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
- Vote
- 6-0
- Outcome
- no_action
- Source ref
- page: p.7
Public Hearings
No public hearings listed.
Action Items
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Present local budget recommendations at next meeting on April 14
- Owner
- Administration
- Due
- 2026-04-14
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- page: p.3
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Bring 2027-2028 academic calendar to board for approval at next meeting
- Owner
- Administration
- Due
- 2026-04-14
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- page: p.3
Upcoming Dates
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Board of Trustees Visits to Tega Cay Elementary, Flint Hill Elementary, Springfield Elementary and SpringfieldMiddle (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
- Date
- 2026-04-14
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Board of Trustees Meeting, Public Session (6:00 p.m.)
- Date
- 2026-04-14
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Board-approved Saturday make-up day for Flint Hill Elementary students
- Date
- 2026-04-25
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Converted half-day into full instructional day for Flint Hill Elementary students
- Date
- 2026-05-29
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