Trustees paused regular business to recognize staff and community partners who support teacher development and student services.

The superintendent introduced Dr. Britton Anderson, identified in the presentation as an NBCT and an outstanding teacher at a district high school, and said the National Space Club awarded a scholarship. Terry Abel of the National Space Club’s education committee told the board the organization had allocated $250,000 across North Alabama this year and presented a $2,000 scholarship. "We are blessed to be able to sow $250,000 into the North Alabama region this year," Abel said, and the board and superintendent thanked the donors and congratulated Dr. Anderson.

The superintendent also presented a superintendent’s commendation to Michelle Richardson, the district’s school psychometrist, noting she was named the Thomas B. Ward School Psychologist of the Year by the Alabama Associations of School Psychologists for her work supporting student academic, social‑emotional and behavioral success.

No formal action was required to recognize the awardees; trustees offered public thanks and congratulations.