School district clearing hurdles in race to reclaim schools

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. In relatively rapid order last week, the Jefferson County School Board approved the hiring of a human resources director, signed contracts for IT, health insurance and payroll related services, and approved a set of job descriptions and salary schedules. The five action items, which appeared on the school board’s agenda for Monday, April 11, are part of the many steps that the district must take in preparation for the takeover of the schools on July 1.