Tangipahoa Parish School Board Central Office
59656 Puleston Rd. Amite, LA 70422
MEETING MINUTES
Attendance Voting Members
Trent Anthony, Board President
Glenn Westmoreland, Board Member and Finance Committee Chairman
Robin Abrams, Board Member and Capital Outlay Committee Chairman
Rose Dominguez, Board Member
Brett Duncan, Board Member and Instructional Accountability and Support Committee
Chairman Absent
Jerry Moore, Board Member
Joey Piazza, Board Member and Policy Committee Chairman
Janice Richards, Board Member and Personnel Committee Chairman Tom Tolar,
Board Member
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Tangipahoa Parish School Board Meeting was called to order by Board President
Trent Anthony at 6:02PM
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance (All veterans and active military, please render the proper salute)
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Joey Piazza
2. OPENING ITEMS
a. Consider approval of Tangipahoa Parish School Board Meeting minutes of June
16th, 2026
Motion to approve and adopt the Tangipahoa Parish School Board Meeting minutes of
June
16th, 2026 report and all recommendations.
Motion made by: Joey Piazza
Motion seconded by: Rose Dominguez
Voting results: Unanimously approved
Yes: Trent Anthony
Yes: Glenn Westmoreland
Yes: Robin Abrams
Yes: Rose Dominguez
Yes: Jerry Moore
Yes: Joey Piazza
Yes: Janice Richards Yes: Tom Tolar
(The official adopted minutes have been placed in the Board Minute Archives and/or
for viewing on the TPSS website: https://tangischools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
MeetingTypeList.aspx)
b. Consider approval of Tangipahoa Parish School Capital Outlay Committee Meeting
minutes of June 16th, 2026
Motion to approve and adopt the Tangipahoa Parish School Capital Outlay Committee
Meeting of June 16th, 2026 report and all recommendations.
Motion made by: Glenn Westmoreland
Motion seconded by: Tom Tolar
Voting results: Unanimously approved
Yes: Trent Anthony
Yes: Glenn Westmoreland
Yes: Robin Abrams
Yes: Rose Dominguez
Yes: Jerry Moore
Yes: Joey Piazza
Yes: Janice Richards Yes: Tom Tolar
(The official adopted minutes have been placed in the Board Minute Archives and/or
for viewing on the TPSS website: https://tangischools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
MeetingTypeList.aspx)
c. Consider approval of Tangipahoa Parish Superintendent Search Process Commit-
tee of the Whole meeting minutes of June 16th, 2026
Motion to approve and adopt the Tangipahoa Parish Superintendent Search Process
Committee of the Whole meeting minutes of June 16th, 2026 report and all recom-
mendations.
Motion made by: Joey Piazza
Motion seconded by: Robin Abrams
Voting results: Unanimously approved
Yes: Trent Anthony
Yes: Glenn Westmoreland
Yes: Robin Abrams
Yes: Rose Dominguez
Yes: Jerry Moore
Yes: Joey Piazza
Yes: Janice Richards
Yes: Tom Tolar
(The official adopted minutes have been placed in the Board Minute Archives and/or
for viewing on the TPSS website: https://tangischools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
MeetingTypeList.aspx)
3. ACADEMIC UPDATE
a. Early Childhood Data, 2025-2026
- Carmen Brabham provided a presentation on the Early Childhood data highlighting
the below.
15 Public School Pre-K Classrooms
46 Childhood Centers
7 Head Start Centers
3 Family Home Care Centers
79% of all enrolled Pre-K students scored average or better on end of year assess-
ments!
b. Update on 2026 LEAP and K-3 Dibels Results
Dr. Lisa Fussell provided updates on the LEAP and Dibels scores.
DIBELS K-3 Literacy Results
K-3 Reading proficiency climbs 17.7 points during 2025-2026.
LEAP 2026 Results
The district showed growth in proficiency.
4. BOARD ACTIONS
a. Consider Approval of Substantial Completion of McLin Construction, LLC for
Woodland
Park 6 Classroom Addition
Motion to approve the substantial completion of McLin Construction for Woodland park
Motion made by: Glenn Westmoreland
Motion seconded by: Janice Richards
Voting results: Unanimously approved
Yes: Trent Anthony
Yes: Glenn Westmoreland
Yes: Robin Abrams
Yes: Rose Dominguez
Yes: Jerry Moore Yes: Joey Piazza
Yes: Janice Richards
Yes: Tom Tolar
b. Consider Approval of the Student Accident Insurance Renewal
Motion to approve the renewal with US Fire Insurance Company for $81,300
Motion made by: Joey Piazza
Motion seconded by: Tom Tolar
Voting results: Unanimously approved
Yes: Trent Anthony
Yes: Glenn Westmoreland
Yes: Robin Abrams
Yes: Rose Dominguez
Yes: Jerry Moore
Yes: Joey Piazza
Yes: Janice Richards
Yes: Tom Tolar
c. Presentation by "Blue Line Solutions, LLC".
d. Consider approval for the Superintendent to develop a MOU with the Tangipahoa
Sheriff’s Office to implement a school zone speed limit enforcement program through
Blue light solutions pending final Board approval before implementation
Motion to approve the Superintendent to enter into a MOU with Tangipahoa Sheriff’s
Office to implement a school zone enforcement program through "Blue Line LLC".
Motion made by: Robin Abrams
Motion seconded by: Joey Piazza
Voting results: Unanimously approved
Yes: Trent Anthony
Yes: Glenn Westmoreland
Yes: Robin Abrams
Yes: Rose Dominguez
Yes: Jerry Moore
Yes: Joey Piazza
Yes: Janice Richards Yes: Tom Tolar
e. Potential Cost Stabilization Plan for 2026-2027
- Mr. Jeff McKneely presented updates by the state regarding the state funding cuts
as well as the stipends that were cut at the state level.
f. Consider approval to allow Administration to enter into a Cooperative Agreement
with Town of Roseland regarding a potential land donation or exchange to accommo-
date teacher parking.
Motion to authorize the superintendent to enter into an emergency TRO against the
City of Roseland and to take all necessary steps to secure our teachers parking area
at Roseland Elementary School.
Motion made by: Tom Tolar
Motion seconded by: Glenn Westmoreland
Voting results:
Yes: Trent Anthony
Yes: Glenn Westmoreland
Not Present: Robin Abrams
Yes: Rose Dominguez
Yes: Jerry Moore
Yes: Joey Piazza
Yes: Janice Richards
Yes: Tom Tolar
5. SUPERINTENDENT REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATION
a. Alternative Education Updates
Superintendent Melissa Stilley presented an update on district initiatives regarding the
Alternative Learning Program.
The Superintendent highlighted the foundational proactive measures and support
structures currently implemented across the district to promote positive behavior and
student wellbeing:
Alternative Support: School-Based Alternative Education Classes and Positive Action
Classes (Short-Term In-School Suspension).
Mental Health & Guidance: Certified Counselors placed in every district school and
dedicated School Well-Being Teams.
Curriculum & Intervention: Implementation of a K-12 Character Education curriculum,
Student Assistance Teams (SAT), and district-wide Positive Behavior Interventions
Support (PBIS).
Safety & Conflict Resolution: Utilization of the P3 App for anonymous reporting,
alongside Restorative Practices and Peer Mediation.
B. Goals for the Enhancement of Alternative Education (AE) Placement
The administration outlined key strategic goals designed to enhance the effectiveness
of alternative placements:
Instructional Quality: Provide students with high-quality instruction delivered by certi-
fied teachers utilizing the TPSS Tier 1 curriculum.
Graduation Path: Ensure all placed students remain actively on-track for timely
graduation.
Holistic Support: Align social, emotional, and behavioral interventions directly with
individual student needs.
Seamless Transitions: Guarantee that student transitions between the alternative site
and their home-based schools are efficient and seamless.
Family Empowerment: Provide families with flexible options for Alternative Education
placement.
C. Family AE Placement Choice Options
To better serve diverse student and family needs at the Crystal Street location, three
distinct enrollment models were presented:
On-Site Model: Student attends daily on-site at Crystal Street for face-to-face aca-
demic instruction and counseling.
Blended Model: Student participates in a hybrid schedule combining face-to-face
instruction at Crystal Street with virtual learning at home.
Full Virtual Model: Student participates fully online for academic instruction and coun-
seling, with scheduled, mandatory in-person interventions and counseling sessions at
the Crystal Street facility.
D. Academic Delivery & Programming
The academic framework for the alternative education program ensures rigorous
continuity of learning through the following provisions:
Direct Instruction: Scheduled direct instruction conducted by teachers via Zoom,
utilizing high-quality instructional materials from the TPSS Tier 1 curriculum.
Curriculum Alignment: The high school course catalog mirrors many of the same
electives provided at traditional high school sites, keeping students
on their graduation path.
Individualized Support: Daily open office hours hosted by teachers to provide stu-
dents with targeted, one-on-one assistance.
Career Readiness: Availability of six (6) Jumpstart Pathways with industry-valued
credentials to support career and workforce readiness.
Program-Based Counselor: Provides brief, solution-focused individual or smallgroup
counseling—both in-person and via telecommunications—to address anxiety, peer
conflict, or stress.
RKM Counselor: Delivers on-site prevention, intervention, and crisis response,
addressing behavioral issues and mental health through direct therapy and family
support.
Southeast Community Health Systems (SCHS): Provides on-site behavioral health
and clinical therapy, assisting families in navigating health systems and bridging the
gap between education, home, and medical care.
Targeted Interventions: Case Managers coordinate additional specialized services
as needed, including Anger Management, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Conflict
Resolution Skills, and Restorative Practices for social well-being.
F. Case Management Protocols
The Superintendent emphasized the critical role of Case Managers in student ac-
countability and transition success:
Each student is assigned a dedicated Case Manager responsible for developing and
monitoring individual academic and behavioral support plans.
Case Managers track key student metrics, including engagement data and atten-
dance, and coordinate direct instructional interventions with the Learning Support
teacher when necessary.
Case Managers oversee the entire placement lifecycle, ensuring a smooth transition
into the AE site and a structured, successful return to the student's home-based
school.
G. District Updates & Reminders
Student Assessment Data: Announced that student LEAP scores have been officially
released and are now accessible to parents and guardians via the
Student Progress Center.
Community Support & Revenue Reminder: Reminded the public that all local and
online purchases made within Tangipahoa Parish generate vital sales tax revenue that
directly funds and supports the local school system.
E. Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Support Systems
The alternative site features layered, multi-agency therapeutic and counseling sup-
ports tailored to student needs:
b. Other Updates
Student Assessment Data
Superintendent Stilley announced that student LEAP scores have been officially
released and are now accessible to parents and guardians via the online Student
Progress Center.
Community Support & Revenue Reminder
A reminder was issued to the public that all local and online purchases made within
Tangipahoa Parish generate vital sales tax revenue that directly funds and supports
the local school system.
6. BOARD ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Mr. Piazza, Extended congratulations to the administration on the Model Schools
recognition. They commended the Executive Team for an outstanding job, noting that
it was wonderful to see everyone's hard work shine.
Mr. Moore, Echoed the sentiments regarding the Model Schools recognition. They
expressed specific appreciation for the communication efforts, specifically noting
how well the administration handled the public hearing and
thoroughly answered questions.
Ms. Dominguez, Concurred with the previous comments, extending formal
appreciation to the entire district staff, school administrators, and
central office staff for their continued dedication and hard work.
7. PUBLIC INPUT
No public input was submitted
8. Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30PM
Cost of notice:$300.00