The July 17, 2025 Board Meeting commenced with a ceremonial pledge of allegiance, led by board member Sandra Morris, who also offered an invocation. During her prayer, Morris expressed gratitude for the blessings received and acknowledged the challenges faced by families dealing with hardships, including illness and loss. She highlighted the positive feedback regarding staff training conducted earlier that day, emphasizing the importance of being prepared while hoping such training would not be necessary. The invocation concluded with a call for blessings on the upcoming year, setting a tone of hope and service for the meeting ahead.