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PUBLIC NOTICE: June Business Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE: The Collierville Schools Board of Education will hold its June work session and business meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The agenda will include the Contract Renewal of Director of Schools Dr. Russell Dyer. 

Timeline: 
12 PM - Work Session at Collierville High School
3 PM - Business Meeting at Collierville High School

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

 

Agendas & Minutes

Topics and items to be discussed and acted upon during a school board meeting.

Go to School Board Agendas

Board Approved Policies

Guidelines and rules to govern the operation of schools within the district.

Go to Policies

Meeting Recordings

A compilation of previously recorded Board of Education business meetings.

Go to Meeting Recordings

Participate

Upcoming Business Meetings

July 16, 2024
August 27, 2024
September 24, 2024
October 22, 2024
No meeting in November
December 10, 2024
January 28, 2025
February 25, 2025
March 25, 2025
April 29, 2025
May 20, 2025
June 24, 2025
 

2024-2025 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.