Dougherty County School System

The board meeting primarily focused on student recognition, honoring high-achieving students in athletics, literary competitions, and academic assessments. The superintendent discussed a partnership with the local recreation and parks department for school-based athletics. Additionally, the board approved an agenda amendment, a personnel agenda, and the revision of the 2025-2026 school calendar. A significant discussion occurred regarding a technological upgrade involving the purchase of new iPads and MacBooks, along with a device surplus declaration to offset leasing costs. The superintendent also reported on various district achievements, including national awards for the Beta Club and top placements in statewide art and social studies competitions.

This document outlines the proposed schedule for the 2025-2026 school year, detailing dates for regular board meetings held on the second Monday of each month and mid-month board meetings held on the fourth or fifth Thursday of each month.

This document outlines the Dougherty County School System's strategy for managing and mitigating the effects of COVID-19 on its students, staff, and operations. The plan focuses on implementing comprehensive COVID-19 protocols, promoting collective responsibility, and conducting contact tracing. It details a multi-layered mitigation strategy with escalating levels of interventions, such as increased cleaning, reduced capacities, mask requirements, and virtual learning options, based on case numbers. The system also employs targeted responses for temporary closures, committing to flexibility and scientific guidance to maintain a safe in-person learning environment.

The meeting included discussions on personnel employment and release recommendations, as well as the approval of the floor replacement project for Raiden Springs Middle School and a lighting system installation project for three high schools. Fundraising requests were reviewed, and a detailed finance report was presented, focusing on the district's reserve fund usage for state-mandated instructional materials and a supplemental pay initiative for employees. Additionally, there was a review of capital projects, including construction at Westover and the financial benefits of bond issuance timing, alongside an update on the ongoing district policy revision process.

The board meeting included a public comment session regarding the use of school resources for a high school hype event and discussions on school board appreciation week and a proclamation from the Governor. Additionally, the board received presentations on student achievement data and growth trajectories for three schools that were previously federally identified, highlighting improvements in academic performance and financial reserve status.