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Board of Education

Board of Education

Our school board is dedicated to fostering an environment where every student can achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.

As elected representatives of our community, the Board of Education is committed to making informed decisions that shape the future of our schools. Responsibilities of the Board of Education include:

  • Policy Development: Crafting and implementing policies that promote high educational standards and equity.
  • Budget Oversight: Ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to support student learning and well-being.
  • Superintendent Supervision: Collaborating with and providing oversight for the Superintendent to ensure the district's strategic goals are met.
  • Curriculum and Instruction: Evaluating and approving curricula that meet the diverse needs of our students and prepare them for future success.
  • Facilities Management: Overseeing the maintenance and improvement of school facilities to provide a safe and conducive learning environment.
  • Community Engagement: Encouraging active participation from parents, students, teachers, and community members to foster a collaborative educational community.

Meet the Board Members

Wanda Gibbs smiles for a portrait in front of an American flag and the Collierville Schools logo.

Wanda Gibbs, Position 1

Biography

Wanda Chism smiles for the camera, standing in front of an American flag and a sign that reads 'Collierville Schools.'

Vice Chair Wanda Chism, Position 2

Biography

Paul Childers smiles for a portrait, with an American flag and the words 'Collierville Schools' in the background.

Paul Childers, Position 3

Biography

Tom Bailey smiling in front of a sign that reads 'Collierville Schools.'

Tom Bailey, Position 4

Biography

Wright Cox smiles for a portrait, with the Collierville Schools logo and an American flag in the background.

Chairman Wright Cox, Position 5

Biography

 

Participate

Upcoming Business Meetings

July 15, 2025
August 26, 2025
September 23, 2025
October 28, 2025
No meeting in November
December 16, 2025
January 27, 2026
February 24, 2026
March 24, 2026
April 28, 2026
May 19, 2026
June 23, 2026
 

2025-2026 Board Calendar

All are welcome to attend school board meetings either virtually or in person.

In Person: Meetings are held at the Collierville Schools Administration Building at 215 W. Poplar in the Board Room.

For all Collierville Schools Board of Education Business Meetings, there will be a maximum of 10 public comments allowed during the meeting. Each speaker will be allowed three (3) minutes to express their comment. 

To speak at the business meeting, visitors are required to fill out the public comment card located at the entrance of the Board Room at the Collierville Schools Administration Building. Speakers must be a Collierville resident, Collierville Schools employee, or a parent/guardian of a Collierville Schools student may request to address the board. Speakers are required to return the card at the designated location prior to the start of the meeting for the opportunity to talk. 

Join Virtually: All regular board meetings are recorded and streamed on YouTube and Vimeo.