Dawson Springs School Board Elects New Officers, Approves 2026-27 Calendar

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The Dawson Springs Independent School Board recently held a meeting where they elected new officers, set meeting dates for 2026, approved the 2026-2027 school calendar, and discussed the district's budget and upcoming professional development days.

Why it matters

The decisions made by the Dawson Springs School Board have a direct impact on the education and experiences of students in the district. The election of new officers, approval of the calendar, and discussions around the budget and professional development days are all important steps in ensuring the smooth operation of the school system.

The details

At the meeting, the Board elected Wes Ausenbaugh as Board Chair, Meredith Hyde as Vice-Chair, and Amanda Almon as both Secretary and Treasurer. They also set the meeting dates for 2026, with exceptions for May, June, and December. The Board approved the 2026-2027 Draft Budget of just over $6 million and accepted an offer of assistance from the Kentucky Department of Education's School Facilities Construction Commission for $3,339. Additionally, the Board approved the 2026-27 school calendar, which was recommended by the Director of Pupil Personnel and the District Calendar Committee.

• The Dawson Springs Independent School Board held its recent meeting on an unspecified date.
• The Board elected new officers to two-year terms.
• The Board set meeting dates for 2026, with exceptions for May, June, and December.
• The Board approved the 2026-2027 Draft Budget and accepted $3,339 in assistance from the Kentucky Department of Education.
• The Board approved the 2026-27 school calendar, with the last day for students scheduled for May 26, 2027 and the closing day for faculty and staff on May 27.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The next school board meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 23rd, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Education Office.