DOTHAN , Ala. (WDNews) — Dothan City Schools is celebrating its school board members this January during School Board Member Recognition Month, an initiative of the Alabama Association of School Boards. The 2025 theme, Building Tomorrow’s Future, highlights the board’s critical role in shaping the educational landscape for students.
Superintendent Dr. Dennis Coe expressed gratitude for the board’s contributions, stating, “Our school board members work tirelessly behind the scenes to make important decisions that impact the lives of students, teachers, and families. Their commitment to Building Tomorrow’s Future deserves our deepest appreciation.”
In the past year, the board made significant strides, including approving capital projects like new classroom additions at Morris Slingluff and Highlands Elementary Schools, professional development for leadership teams, and initiatives to enhance Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) and Multi-Tiered Student Support systems (MTSS). These efforts aim to improve student outcomes and provide safe, modern learning environments.
The board members serving Dothan City Schools are:
•Scott Childers, Chairman (At Large) – 3 years of service
•Brenda Guilford, Vice Chair (District 1) – 19 years of service
•Dr. Franklin Jones (District 2) – 16 years of service
•Melanie Hill (District 3) – 3 years of service (plus 3 years prior to 2021)
•Brett Strickland (District 4) – 7 years of service
•Amy Bonds (District 5) – 7 years of service
•Aurie Jenkins (District 6) – 3 years of service
Board member Melanie Hill was also recently elected as Director 3 of the Alabama Association of School Boards, further showcasing the leadership within Dothan’s education system.
Throughout January, the community is encouraged to show their appreciation through thank-you notes, social media posts, or participation in planned events. For more information, visit AlabamaSchoolBoards.org.
