Dana Homesley for Lexington 1 School Board

09/11/2026

🗞️September 11, 2026 Board Brief 🗞️

⬇️Highlights ⬇️

FINANCE:
•2026B Bond Sale- Lexington County School District One successfully priced $25,800,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Series 2026B). The winning bid was awarded to Truist Securities, Inc. with a True Interest Cost (TIC) rate of 2.7961196%. Proceeds from this bond issuance will be used to fund two installment purchase revenue bond financings as well as cover projects in the 2026 Capital Project List approved by the board at the August 18 board meeting. Award memo pictured below behind the board brief.

•Food Service - Universal Breakfast
Starting Friday, Sept. 11, all students will receive one free breakfast daily for the 2026-27 school year, following new funding from the S.C. Department of Education. Families do not need to take action to receive this or related credits for qualifying purchases made since Aug. 4. Communications were sent to families, excluding Pelion who already receives this benefit, informing them of the details and process for which they will be credited back to Aug. 4.

HUMAN RESOURCES:
•LEAD Forward Support Staff Development
LEAD Forward is Lexington One's leadership development program for support staff employees interested in growing their leadership capacity and possibly seeking advancement in the district.
Currently in its fifth year, LEAD Forward focuses on communication skills, team management, building trust, employee coaching, and conflict resolution. The training takes place on four designated Collaborative Planning Days and is typically limited to 10-12 participants who receive a small stipend for completing the program. LEAD Forward flyer for 26-27 is pictured behind the board brief. Link to register here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UYGt31Ulx1l1ZiiGgc-HJYNbXtLrQGBW/view

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY:
•Computer Buy Back-
Once again, Lexington One, in partnership with Secured Tech, is glad to provide an opportunity for our community to purchase professionally refurbished computers at great prices. Lexington One staff will be
able to purchase ahead of the public sale and quantities are limited. Please see the flyers below for more detail.
Community buyback for computers
○STAFF PRE-SALE: September 15-16
https://cbb.edtechsupply.com/cb-b-2026-lex-one-sc-staff-sale
○COMMUNITY SALE: September 17-21
https://cbb.edtechsupply.com/cbb-2026-lex-one-sc

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES:
•Patriot Day- Schools across Lexington One marked the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, with activities honoring the patriotism and selflessness of first responders and everyday heroes. Schools observed a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. to remember the lives lost. Throughout the day, classrooms engaged in read-alouds or other texts highlighting impactful stories from 9/11 and its aftermath, with some teachers sharing personal reflections from their time as New York City first responders or as post-9/11 military veterans.

•Redesigned Academics Website- The redesigned Academics website will launch on Monday through the Inside Voice. Built around the "Learn, Grow, Go" framework, the redesigned website gives families a clear roadmap for student success, placing an emphasis on preparing students for life after high school. The journey starts in the "Learn" section, which features new content and standards pages detailing exactly what students are expected to know at each grade level. These grade and course overviews were created in response to a recommendation from the district's curriculum effectiveness audit.
To support personal development, the "Grow" section highlights graduate profile progressions, visual and performing arts, extension activities, conseling services and a newly updated Instructional Technology Family Hub. On the hub, students and their families will
* Overviews of grade level technology beliefs that inform how technology is used to enhance teaching and learning
* How-To Guides: Easy, step-by-step instructions for using and troubleshooting Lexington One technology, devices and platforms
* Al Fluency Guides: Resources for students in grades 6-12 to help them understand and use emerging digital tools responsibly
* Accessibility Support: Helpful features, options and settings designed to make technology more accessible for every student
* eLearning Resources: Technical support and guidance to help families navigate remote and eLearning days
All of this preparation leads to the centerpiece of the site: the "Go" section. Designed to compile all district postsecondary pathways into one single place, this section makes it easy for students and families to explore college, career, and military preparation options perfectly matched to students personal goals and interests.

•It's Tomorrow night! Join us for the inaugural district-wide marching band exhibition on September 12, 2026. The event is free of charge. It takes place at
Lexington High Wildcat Hollow @ 6:30 pm.

•Reminder:
The Dreher family historical marker ceremony is scheduled for Sept. 17 @ 10:00 am at River Bluff High School. We hope you can join us.Tum at Entrance C off 320 Corley Mill Road Lexington, SC.

SUPERINTENDENT:
•At the District Leadership Team meeting this past Wednesday, we honored Principal
Margaret Mitchum for 50 years of service to Lexington One. Her 50th anniversary was
August 24, 2026. To celebrate this incredible milestone, Ms. Mitchum received a basket filled with nearly 50 postcards from former students and others whose lives she has touched.
As you may be aware, Ms. Mitchum sends a postard to every kindergartener who begins their education at her school-and another to those same students when they graduate from high school, whether they graduate from Lexington One or another school district.
It was only fitting, then, that she receive postards from some of the very students who have been recipients of her thoughtful tradition over the years.

Articles of Interest:
•White Knoll High School shows off new turf-https://www.thestate.com/sports/high-school/prep-football/article317117197.html
•Student brought knife to school at White Knoll Middle School, district confirms-https://www.wltx.com/article/news/education/knife-while-knoll-middle-school/101-936931ea-1200-4e7e-a977-ecdc7295adc8

09/11/2026

🗣️Tuesday September 15, 2026 Board Meeting🗣️

Meeting opens at 5:30 PM

The board will make a motion to enter Executive Session to discuss employment recommendations and updates, to review 2026-2027 homeschool applications, to discuss a contractual matter regarding security film and a contractual matter regarding the approved attorney list, and to receive the Quarterly Litigation and Risk Update.

General Session (public portion of the meeting) will resume immediately following adjournment of Executive Session at 6:00 PM.

Citizens wishing to address the board of Trustees must sign up to speak. Sign-up opens 5:00 P.M. and ends at 6:00 P.M.

•Location:
Central Services Auditorium
100 Tarrar Springs Rd.
Lexington, SC 29072

•To view the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/tFXJ5EPyzh0?is=C1WBlcLnaKPrbKjG

•Full Agenda Packet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/3wff24j9332aox7yy5l52/September-15-2026-Board-Meeting-Agenda-Packet.pdf?rlkey=tkmiv7apt5ek5lgahpj4sce7n&st=16l8uhmr&dl=0

09/07/2026

🗞️September 4, 2026 Board Brief 🗞️

⬇️Highlights ⬇️

COMMUNICATIONS:
•MCEC President and CEO Bob Pauling made a surprise presentation to RBHS student Alena Goveas on Tuesday. Alena received the Electric Cooperatives R.D. Bennett Scholarship worth $5,000. Watch this video to learn how her outstanding volunteer work earned her this recognition.

https://youtube.com/shorts/uF9xlIc9GmQ?is=1dZfUBCRQSyUOKt-

FINANCE:
•Moody's Credit Rating- As part of our standard debt issuance procedure, a credit rating assessment for Lexington County School District One was conducted. Moody's Ratings (Moody's) has assigned a MIG 1 rating (best possible short-term credit rating for a municipal note) to Lexington County School District 1, SC's proposed $25.8 million General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026B, and have affirmed the district's Aa2 issuer and long-term general obligation unlimited tax ratings. The outlook on the issuer and long-term ratings is stable. For additional details refer to the Press Release pictured below behind the board brief.

HUMAN RESOURCES:
•Weekly Highlight- PEBA- Our Benefits Partners- Open Enrollment begins soon and Lexington One is continuing our partnership with Ward Services to offer one-on-one appointments to review, enroll or make changes to PEBA and voluntary benefits during Open Enrollment 2026- October 1-31, 2026.

www.peba.sc.gov/oe

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES:
•Lexington One District-Wide Marching Band Exhibition- Support our High School Marching Bands
* Gilbert
* Lexington
* Pelion
* River Bluff
* White Knoll
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
LHS Football Stadium

OPERATIONS & STUDENT SERVICES:
•Response to Board Member Inquiry- We employ the Lexington County Sheriff's Department school crossing guard program across the district. They work crosswalks at the following campuses: LMS, GES, GMS, OGES, CSES, CSMS, and RBHS. They are contracted through the Lexington County Sheriff's Department and receive their training to perform this task through the law enforcement agency's school crossing guard program.

ARTICLES OF INTEREST:
•Knife and gun found in separate cases at the same Lexington County middle school.- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xfNnb_o6dP220niJ2ktZVhSgHGfgudOa/view
•2 weapons found in Midlands middle school backpacks this week. They were at the same school. https://www.postandcourier.com/columbia/news/carolina-springs-middle-school-lexington-weapons/article_559c3c8d-2fcd-4fa1-8fa7-e85998aa4ee1.html

•State Board of Education Model Ethics Code- The SCBoE passed the first reading of a new Board of Trustees code of ethics per this article. The 20-page proposal can be found here- https://ed.sc.gov/state-board/state-board-of-education/policy-legislative-pl/2026/september-2026/sc-model-code-of-ethics-and-effective-board-governance-first-reading/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

•SC Board of Education gives initial approval to new ethics policy for school board members.- https://www.wltx.com/article/news/education/board-of-education-gives-initial-approval-to-new-ethics-policy-for-school-board-members/101-dfe235e8-eb1a-41a9-8ddb-996c5286907c

September Board Work Calendar:

SEPT 2026
* Attend school events and other community opportunities
* Receive budget preparation timeline for the next FY budget
* Budget Workshop - Sept. 29
* Preparations for Superintendent evaluation
* New administrator dinner with the
* Quarterly Legal Update
* Policy revisions as laid out by
* Policy Update Schedule

09/05/2026

Signs are going up!

New yard signs have officially come in, and it was exciting to go out today and see all my signs popping up all across Lexington One!

Thank you to everyone who reached out requesting to put up a sign, shared my campaign with friends and neighbors, and encouraged me along the way. The support means more than you know!

If you would like a yard sign, send me a message and I’ll make sure to get one to you!

Hope everyone is enjoying their Labor Day weekend!

🇺🇸 🍎 Vote Dana Homesley on November 3
Parent ✅ Watchdog ✅ Advocate ✅
HomesleyforLexington1.com

08/29/2026

🗞️August 28, 2026 Board Brief 🗞️

⬇️Highlights ⬇️

Communications:
•White Knoll Middle School Featured in 9/11 Exhibit at the South Carolina State Museum- Back in 2001, WKMS staff and students campaigned throughout the community to raise over $500,000 to replace a Brooklyn fire truck - Ladder 101, destroyed on 9/11. WKMS was gifted a piece of the original Ladder 101 truck door that was recovered from Ground Zero. This, along with White Knoll's story are part of the SC Remembers 9/11: 25 Years Later exhibition now at the State Museum. Further information on the exhibit can be found here on the museum's website.
https://scmuseum.org/explore/exhibitions/south-carolina-remembers-911-25-years-later

Instructional Services:
•Data Deliverable - 2026 School Program Annual Report- The August 2026 School Program Annual Report (pictured behind the board brief below ⬇️) provides a breakdown of how our district supports students across four programs: Dual Language Immersion, Gifted and Talented services, The College Center, and Title I. The Dual Language Immersion program, across 16 schools, continues to yield high proficiency, with 70% of the 2026 immersion completers earning the Seal of Biliteracy. The report also showcases the district's Gifted and Talented pathways, which offer advanced coursework from elementary enrichment to high school Honors, Advanced Placement, IB, and Dual Enrollment, alongside the exceptional success of The College Center, where 96% of graduates earned Associate Degrees. Finally, it details the strategic use Title I funding across 14 schools to ensure all students have access to high-quality educational opportunities.

•Lexington School District One Named Esports Coaching Clinic Location- Because of the incredible momentum and hard work taking place within our esports program in Lexington School District One and across the state, we have been selected as a Clinic location for esports coaches in the state and this will be the first time this training has been offered in SC.
The National Association of Esports Coaches & Directors (NAECAD) has decided to head to the East Coast and will be making a stop right here at Lexington
Technology Center to host a live Level 1 Esports Coaching Clinic on Friday, October 9.
This clinic is a fantastic opportunity to further support our coaches and build on the great foundation we have established. Key highlights of the workshop include:
* 6 Hours of Professional Development: Providing actionable strategies to lead more effective practices and a deeper understanding of the coaching role.
* Building Collegiate Pathways: Connecting high school coaches with regional college programs and surrounding area coaches.
* Local Collaboration: Helping our coaches establish network connections and find new local practice partners.
This clinic provides a great opportunity to grow our coaches and provide an even better experience for our students. You can find more details on the event page here:

https://naecad.org/level-1-clinic-columbia-sc-10-09-26/
NAECAD Level 1 Clinic - Columbia Area (Oct 9)

Operations & Student Services:
•Data Deliverable - 2025-2026 Facility Rental Summary
* Number of events = 1,121
* Amount Collected for Rentals = $200,127.30
* Amount Charged for Housekeeping/Keyholders= $90,719.17
* Amount of Housekeeping/Keyholder Payout =$119,996.72
*The new board approved facility use rates went into effect, July 1, 2026.

Articles of Interest:
•These Columbia-area elementary schools are among SC's top performers. Who's on the list? -https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/general/these-columbia-area-elementary-schools-are-among-sc-s-top-performers-who-s-on-the-list/ar-AA2aHylb
•Legislative Update 8/24/26-https://mailchi.mp/9dffc54d1c73/scsba-legislative-budget-update?e=2c6a2f80ba
•Legislative Update 8/26/26- https://mailchi.mp/fc2640f78c9f/scsba-legislative-budget-update?e=2c6a2f80ba
•These area middle schools are among SC’s top performers. Who’s on the list?- https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Z_LPQ5OBV1kY0nKMuXlSCoBgs9PkgVZ/view
•These are the 10 best high schools in & near Columbia for 2026, US News & World Report says- https://www.thestate.com/news/local/article316991719.html
•GILBERT NEWS: Centerville Elementary now has its own spirit rock-https://www.lexingtonchronicle.com/stories/gilbert-news-centerville-elementary-now-has-its-own-spirit-rock,190491
•PTO president spent over $20,000 of group’s money on herself, SC sheriff says- https://www.thestate.com/news/local/crime/article317002115.html
•School PTO president in Lexington County charged with using money for personal use
Deputies said the incidents happened over a three year period.- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1U-qXFlsbQ2-TXcX-9KpfSkj-jnY5oGA9/view

Policy Introductions: (full policies pictured below behind the board brief)
•GBK Employee Grievances
•GBK-R Employee Grievances Administrative Rule
•GBK-E Grievance Form (recommended for deletion)

FOIA Requests:
1. Mark Zurada, Esq., 8/17/26: Records requested:
Please send the final and compiled bid tabulation (bid tally), including all quantities and unit pricing for each bidder, for 'SYNTHETIC TURF REPLACEMENT RIVER BLUFF HIGH SCHOOL' that was submitted on 03/25/2024. I believe the project number is 'B2024.3', but I could be mistaken. If so, please use the project name and date to lookup the responsive documents. We specifically request the line-item bid tabulation showing each material, quantity, unit, and unit price for every bidder. If no such line-item tally was created, please provide the full bid submissions from each contractor. A grand total sheet alone is not sufficient to satisfy this request unless it was a lump sum bid.
Below is an example of the format we are looking for that the engineer usually creates at the completion of the bid:
BIDDER 1 BIDDER 2
Item # Material Quantity Unit UNIT PRICE TOTAL UNIT PRICE TOTAL 1
GRAND TOTAL GRAND TOTAL
2. Mark Zurada, Esq., 8/26/26: Records requested:
Please send the final and compiled bid tabulation (bid tally), including all quantities and unit pricing for each bidder, for 'Furnish, Deliver, and Install Fencing as Specified' that was submitted on 04/03/2019. I believe the project number is 'Q2019.25', but I could be mistaken. If so, please use the project name and date to lookup the responsive documents. We specifically request the line-item bid tabulation showing each material, quantity, unit, and unit price for every bidder. If no such line-item tally was created, please provide the full bid submissions from each contractor. A grand total sheet alone is not sufficient to satisfy this request unless it was a lump sum bid.
Below is an example of the format we are looking for that the engineer usually creates at the completion of the bid:
BIDDER 1 BIDDER 2
Item # Material Quantity Unit UNIT PRICE TOTAL UNIT PRICE TOTAL 1......
GRAND TOTAL GRAND TOTAL
3. Danielle Ruiz, 8/25/26: All financial records at the transactional level for expenses and revenues for the Lexington High School Wrestling Program from July 1, 2023 to today's date
4. Andy Beeson, 8/25/26: A list of each booster club registered with the district pursuant to Section 59-17-170 for the 2026-2027 School Year

08/24/2026

🗞️August 21, 2026 Board Brief 🗞️

⬇️Highlights ⬇️

Communications:
•As mentioned during Tuesday's board meeting, the first 1 Informed Community newsletter is linked here- https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/84598177?fbclid=IwY2xjawT0MLFwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAGJyaWQRMTVMdVlaZjJkZVJ4WGJYa21zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeA2DOWbrfypJWj6iDgVoQOZP0pXxC7NStDEBMVRMclOnUluk_Q6oWplQa9o8_aem_WIcOvuwguxzxY_gu-vwpGA

This can be viewed on the district's website and social media channels.
The Facebook post sharing the newsletter also encourages community members to sign up to receive the newsletter. https://www.parentsquare.com/community_signups/85045030-5420-4a04-9f32-82c3464f503a/new?fbclid=IwY2xjawT0MJZwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTVMdVlaZjJkZVJ4WGJYa21zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEegF57IGEFFhsQKfRwJ6l4OQ21sAwkAXBRhXjbMLdbG7XVQX4HglGxvhOjRWU_aem_vewSKUODs4lL2TQXi27Afg

•LEAP Campaign Underway- The Lexington One Educational Foundation annual Lexington One Emergency Assistance Program (LEAP) campaign is underway. This employee-based giving campaign raises funds for financial assistance for L1 employees and students who experience an event or situation that has a profound impact on their financial circumstances, ensuring our colleagues and students are supported and equipped for success so they can focus on learning and educating.

Finance:
•Mileage Rate Increase- Effective July 1, 2026, the IRS increased the standard mileage reimbursement rate from 72.5 to 76 cents per mile.

Information Technology:
•Device Roll-out- Our dedicated IT team worked tirelessly this summer behind the scenes to gear up student and teacher devices for a smooth start to the new school year!
* Technicians successfully updated every single student iPad across elementary and 6th grade with new usernames and passwords, ensuring seamless access on day one!
* Incoming 9th graders received brand-new
* MacBooks back in May, setting them up for immediate success on the very first day of school to very positive feedback from our campuses!
* Devices for Induction teachers were fully prepped and ready to roll for their Welcome Event on July 20th at Meadow Glen Middle!
A big shout out to our technicians, network team and applications team for their hard work this summer!

Instructional Services:
•Report Card Dates Released
*First Quarter - October 16
*Second Quarter - January 12
*Third Quarter - March 23
*Fourth Quarter - May 25 (Elementary), May 28 (Secondary)

•Seal of Biliteracy- The South Carolina Education Oversight Committee approved the South Carolina Seal of Biliteracy as a new College Ready criterion beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, pending final federal approval. Recognizing high proficiency in English and at least one other world language, the seal aligns with state goals for college and career readiness. Lexington One, a state leader with 219 student recipients last year, has already submitted its application to participate.

Operations and Student Services:
•White Knoll High Turf Update- The picture located within the board brief was taken of the new WKHS turf installation earlier this week. Based on current progress, we are looking forward to the varsity team taking the field for their first home game of the season on September 4th. Go Timberwolves!

Superintendent:
•Capital Projects and Bond Summary
The following two pages, pictured below behind the board brief include a timeline of the capital project discussions and board actions.

•S.C. Department of Education Celebration- Join the SCDE for a powerful evening as we unveil the 2027 South Carolina African American History Calendar. Celebrate the remarkable individuals whose unwavering dedication and lasting mark on our state. Be among the first to meet this year's honorees and hear their inspiring stories of service and legacy.
The unveiling will be on October 29, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at Brookland Baptist Church.

Articles:
•Every student to get free breakfast with state funding- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ifihi0Kb0iGWEZUSQURNFeeWhyPzB-uC/view

FOIA Requests:
1. Nancy Holstein, Cannon USA, 8/19/26: Copies of current records for the district's copiers and printers:
-The current equipment lease or rental agreement.If the equipment was purchased rather than leased, please provide the applicable purchase agreement or purchase order.
-The current maintenance or service agreement.
-The contract or purchase-order page identifying the procurement source, including whether South Carolina Statewide Term Contract No. 5400022842
was used.

08/20/2026

08/16/2026

🗞️August 14, 2026 Board Brief 🗞️

⬇️Highlights ⬇️

Communications:
•Articles
1. School principals across the Midlands send well wishes on the first day of school- https://www.wltx.com/article/news/local/school-principals-first-day-of-school-south-carolina/101-f1296eb0-0a6a-4eaf-910b-04661d944db1
2. SC Superintendent Ellen Weaver visit Midlands’ schools to recognize students’ achievements for 2025 SC Ready- https://www.abccolumbia.com/2026/08/11/sc-superintendent-ellen-weaver-visit-midlands-schools-to-recognize-students-achievements-for-2025-sc-ready/
3. New law aims to better prepare schools for cardiac emergencies-https://www.wltx.com/article/news/local/new-law-schools-cardiac-emergencies-south-carolina/101-b63af7bc-47cb-4d0a-9387-0a69609e25b6

•What does the Lexington One Way Mean to You? See how faculty and staff describe the Lexington One Way in this video here- https://youtu.be/9P2EnqlGzpU?is=uDaJvlBihqivgSv9

Finance:
•Sole Source/Emergency Procurement Report- Please find below, pictured behind the board brief, the Sole Source and Emergency Procurement Report for the Superintendent per LCSD1 Procurement Code section 2440: SECTION 2440. Records of procurement actions. (S.C. Code §11-35-2440) for the period of January 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026. There were no emergency procurements during this period.

Human Resources:
•National Board Certification Information Session- National Board Certification is the teaching profession's highest voluntary credential, awarded to educators who demonstrate mastery of rigorous, peer-reviewed instructional standards. As of May 2026, the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) reported that Lexington One has the second highest number of National Board educators among all South Carolina school districts.
With 259 National Board educators, Lexington One is second only to Greenville County, which has 261 National Board educators. On Wednesday, August 26, Lexington One will partner with CERRA to offer a National Board Information Session for educators interested in pursuing certification or who simply want more information. Dr. Suzanne Koty, CERRA Director of Policy and Research, will facilitate the session.

Superintendent:
•Lexington One Outstanding State Assessment- We were excited to host State Superintendent Ellen Weaver at Carolina Springs Elementary on Tuesday, August 11, to celebrate their outstanding increases in SCReady scores for the 2025-2026 school year. Not only did CSES have strong results, but other schools across the district saw significant gains. The SCDE press release is pictured below behind the board brief as well as Lexington One’s press release.

•Articles of Interest
1. Weaver hails ‘South Carolina Surge,’ as SC student test scores continue to climb- https://www.thestate.com/news/local/education/article316831592.html
2. SC high-stakes math and reading test scores rise for second year in a row-https://www.postandcourier.com/education-lab/sc-public-school-math-reading-test-scores-rise-again/article_68aeb6d3-357f-4345-8587-31a2e5d37fec.html
3. How did Richland, Lexington school district stack up on state assessments- https://drive.google.com/file/d/16ZzMWD8stSC-fRDiCd-qQJTsOGHKcgFd/view
4. SC Superintendent Ellen Weaver visits Midlands' schools to recognize students' achievements for 2025 SC Ready- https://drive.google.com/file/d/12d0pS9XfCmg7IRlfou-EO3AJ05kbBec9/view
5. Lexington 1 students post gains, outperform state on 2026 assessments-https://www.lexingtonchronicle.com/stories/lexington-1-students-post-gains-outperform-state-on-2026-assessments,188992

•SCSBA Daily Legislative Update 8/12/26- https://mailchi.mp/6d46eb6d37e3/scsba-legislative-budget-update?e=2c6a2f80ba

FOIA REQUESTS:
•Dennis Frankin, TCS Mobility, 8/10/26: Current contractor's proposal, name, and rates for the McKinney Vento transportation for Lexington School District One.
•Phillip Young, Public Consulting Group, 8/10/26: RFP .6 Communications Audit. The specific records requested are:
Evaluation scores for each bidder Complete proposals from the top three highest-scoring bidders.

08/15/2026

🗣️Tuesday August 18, 2026 Board Meeting🗣️

Meeting opens at 5:00 PM

The board will make a motion to enter executive session to review employment recommendations and updates, receive legal advice in the matter of Barnwell v. Lexington County School District One and to discuss contractual matters regarding a security film contract, an e-Rate contract, and facility software.

General Session (public portion of the meeting) will resume immediately following adjournment of Executive Session at 6:00 PM.

Citizens wishing to address the board of Trustees must sign up to speak. Sign-up opens 4:00 P.M. and ends at 5:00 P.M.

•Location:
Central Services Auditorium
100 Tarrar Springs Rd.
Lexington, SC 29072

•To view the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/bq89oX-b7xw?is=jSRuOY3bnwRf7Pnf

•Full Agenda Packet (212 pages)-https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/db8ki7eaor4sxbxbf5eju/August-18-2026-Board-Meeting-Full-Agenda-Packet.pdf?rlkey=0wnn9x2myok8tuislrqa7l2jr&st=jvt58sp0&dl=0

08/14/2026

I officially filed today to run for Lexington County School District One School Board.

I know this won’t be an easy race, but I believe it’s worth fighting for.

I’m running because I care deeply about our students, teachers and staff, parents, and taxpayers. I believe our community deserves someone who will listen, respond when citizens reach out, ask the hard questions, do their homework before making decisions, and always put our students first.

I’m asking our community to stand with me once again. Please like, share, and help spread the word about my campaign.

Every conversation, every share, and every vote matters. I would be honored to have your support and your vote in November. ❤️🇺🇸 🗳️