Monroe County Schools Meetings

Board Meeting - 9/8/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

9/7/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes students should have access to effective instruction, co-curricular opportunities, and extra-curricular activities that assist in shaping the lives of students to become successful men and women in a global society.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

We are committed to promoting healthy lifestyles that positively impact student success through physical education, counseling, nursing programs, and school nutrition.

System Strategic Objectives

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 3:00 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. September 3, 2026 -Board Meeting Minutes 6:00 pm
ii. September 3, 2026 -Board Meeting Minutes 12:00 pm
iii. August 11, 2026- Board Meeting Minutes
V. Public Participation
VI. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
a. Approval of Construction Geometry
VII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. SB92 Corrective Action Plan FY25
c. Approval of the Publication of the Year End Financial Report
d. Facilities/Grants
e. Request for Proposal for Renovation of Former MPHS Freshman Campus
f. Intergovernmental Agreement with DAOMC
VIII. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
IX. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
X. Enter Executive Session
XI. Exit Executive Session
XII. Personnel Actions
XIII. Reminders
XIV. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 8/11/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

8/10/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 5:30 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Staff Recognition
a. Transportation
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. July 21, 2026- Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Public Participation
VII. Superintendent's Report
VIII. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
IX. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. Approval of Capital Outlay Application
d. Approval of Construction Manager At Risk for the new Mary Persons High School
e. Approval of Third Party Staffing Company for School Nutrition
f. Approval of Perkins V Budget
g. Tax Digest Update
h. Approval of the Bond Resolution
X. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
XI. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
a. Local Board Governance Annual Training Plan
XII. Enter Executive Session
XIII. Exit Executive Session
XIV. Personnel Actions
XV. Reminders
XVI. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 7/21/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

7/17/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 3:00 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
ii. Called Board Meeting Minutes
V. Superintendent's Report
VI. Public Participation
VII. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
a. Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026 Update
VIII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. MEJA Change Order
d. New BOE Policy LEC - Booster Organizations - Second Reading
e. 2026-2027 Board Meeting Dates
IX. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
X. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
XI. Enter Executive Session
XII. Exit Executive Session
XIII. Personnel Actions
XIV. Reminders
XV. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 6/11/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

6/10/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 3:00 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Friend of Education Recognition
a. Casey Fleckenstein and Monroe County Hospital
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. May 12, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes
ii. May 26, 2026 Called Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Superintendent's Report
VII. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
VIII. Public Participation
a. Public Hearing on FY27 Budget
IX. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. Resolution of Debt for Mary Persons High School Freshmen Campus and Monroe County College and Career Academy
d. Request For Proposal for New Mary Persons High School
e. Revision to BOE Policy JCDAG Bullying - Second Reading
f. Revision to BOE Policy JBCCA Student Assignment to Schools - Second Reading
g. New BOE Policy LEC - Booster Organizations - First Reading
X. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
XI. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
a. Georgia School Boards Association Summer Conference Update
XII. Enter Executive Session
XIII. Exit Executive Session
XIV. Personnel Actions
XV. Reminders
XVI. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 5/12/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

5/11/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 5:30 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Staff or Student Recognition
a. Young Georgia Authors
b. District Spelling Bee Winner
c. School Resource Officers & Crossing Guards
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
VII. Public Participation
VIII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. SB68 DOAA Report
c. Facilities/Grants
d. School Nutrition RFP
e. FY27 Student Handbook Updates
f. Revision to BOE Policy JCDAG Bullying
g. Revision to BOE Policy JBCCA Student Assignment to Schools
h. FY27 Budget Update
IX. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
a. Monroe County College and Career Academy Board of Directors
X. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
XI. Enter Executive Session
XII. Exit Executive Session
XIII. Personnel Actions
XIV. Reminders
XV. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 4/14/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

4/13/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 5:30 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Staff or Student Recognition
a. Mary Persons High School
b. School Nutrition
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Superintendent's Report
VII. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
a. SWSS Amendment Resolution
VIII. Public Participation
IX. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. Guaranteed Maximum Price for MCMS Roof Project
d. FY26 Budget Amendment
X. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
XI. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
a. GSBA Summer Conference Delegate & Alternate
XII. Enter Executive Session
XIII. Exit Executive Session
XIV. Personnel Actions
XV. Reminders
XVI. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 3/10/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

3/9/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 5:30 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Student and Staff Recognition
a. KB Sutton Elementary
b. Board of Education Members
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
VII. Public Participation
VIII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. SB92 Corrective Action Plan FY24
c. Facilities/Grants
d. Revision of BOE Policy IFBG Internet Acceptable Use
e. Approval of Student Chromebook Purchase
f. Approval of Staff Laptop Purchase
IX. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
X. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
XI. Enter Executive Session
XII. Exit Executive Session
XIII. Personnel Actions
XIV. Reminders
XV. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 2/10/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

2/9/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 5:30 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Staff or Student Recognition
a. Thomas G. Scott Elementary School
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
a. Superintendent's Report
VII. Public Participation
VIII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. SE Hubbard HVAC Project Guaranteed Maximum Price
d. Five Year Facilities Plan
e. 2026-2027 BOE Meeting Dates
f. Revision of BOE Policy IFBG Internet Acceptable Use
IX. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
X. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
XI. Enter Executive Session
XII. Exit Executive Session
XIII. Personnel Actions
XIV. Reminders
XV. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 1/13/2026 - Board of Education Meeting

1/12/2026

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 3:00 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Staff or Student Recognition
a. Central Office
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
VII. Public Participation
VIII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. Legal Counsel for Monroe County Schools
d. Intergovernmental Agreement for Thornton Road widening at TGS entrance
IX. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
a. Qualifying Fee for 2026 Board of Education Election
X. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
XI. Enter Executive Session
XII. Exit Executive Session
XIII. Personnel Actions
XIV. Reminders
XV. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 12/9/2025 - Board of Education Meeting

12/8/2025

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 5:30 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Staff or Student Recognition
a. Samuel E. Hubbard Elementary School
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Superintendent's Report
VII. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
a. Revision of Board Policy IHF(6): Graduation Requirements
VIII. Public Participation
IX. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. Contract for Custodial Services
d. ESPLOST Results Resolution
e. Adoption of Board Policy JCDAF: Use of Electronic Devices by Students
X. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
XI. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
XII. Enter Executive Session
XIII. Exit Executive Session
XIV. Personnel Actions
XV. Reminders
XVI. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 11/11/2025 - Board of Education Meeting

11/10/2025

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 5:30 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Student and Staff Recognitions
a. Monroe County Schools Transportation Department
b. Monroe County Middle School Student and Staff Recognitions
V. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
VI. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
a. Monroe County Library Board Appointee
b. Board Policy JCDAF: Use of Electronic Devices by Students
c. Revision of Board Policy IHF(6): Graduation Requirements
VII. Public Participation
VIII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Tax Anticipation Note (TAN)
c. Facilities/Grants
d. Approval of Change Order for Fieldhouse/Stadium Project
e. Approval of Construction Firm for Summer 2026 Projects
IX. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
a. Revision of 2026-2027 School Calendar
X. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
a. GSBA Winter Conference
XI. Enter Executive Session
XII. Exit Executive Session
XIII. Personnel Actions
XIV. Reminders
XV. Adjourn

Board Meeting - 10/14/2025 - Board of Education Meeting

10/13/2025

VISION

Developing students with the knowledge and skills to be successful

MISSION

Learn. Grow. Succeed.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Monroe County Board of Education

The MCBOE provides guidance and support to the MCS administration and schools by establishing clear policies, aligned goals, and effective systems which produce accountability.

The MCBOE believes all decisions made must consider the interests of and impact on all students, staff, parents, and the community.

Academic Achievement

We believe all students can learn and achieve.

We believe in providing an environment of high expectations, respect, and dignity.

We believe in promoting student learning and success by using a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

Recruit and Retain Employees

We will recruit, employ, develop, and retain a workforce that is committed to the success of all students.

Fiscal Responsibility

We believe responsible stewardship of financial resources will optimize student achievement.

Partnerships

We believe students are more successful when parents, staff, and the community share responsibility for educating students.

Safety

We believe a proactive approach to safety is essential for secure, orderly, and nurturing learning environments.

Wellness

Attaining High Student Achievement and Success
Developing Organizational Effectiveness
Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty
Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning

Board of Education Priorities

Increasing the Level of Safety and Improving the Perception of Safety {SO 1, 2, 3, 4}
Training Parents and School Stakeholders {SO 3, 4}
Increasing Student Use of Technology During Classroom Instruction {SO 1}
Closing the Achievement Gap Among Subgroups {SO 1, 2, 3}

System Areas of Focus

Promoting Student and Staff Safety (SO 1, 2, 3, 4)
Improving Literacy and Numeracy Levels for All Students (SO 1, 3)
Utilizing Georgia’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports at All Levels for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing (SO I, II, IIII, IV)
Recruiting and Retaining Professionally Qualified Staff (SO I, II, III, IV)

I. Call to Order and Welcome at 3:00 PM
II. Invocation and Pledge to the Flag of United States of America
III. Approval of Agenda
IV. Consent Items (SO I, II, III)
a. Approval of Field Trip and Fundraiser Requests
i. Field Trip Requests
ii. Fundraiser Requests
b. Approval of Minutes (SO II)
i. Board Meeting Minutes
V. Attaining High Student Achievement and Success (SO I)
VI. Public Participation
VII. Organizational Effectiveness (SO II)
a. Financial Report
b. Facilities/Grants
c. Approval of Yellow Fleet Purchase
d. Intergovernmental Agreement Solid Waste Pickup
e. Revision of Policy DJEA Purchasing Authority
f. Adoption of Millage Rate
g. Approval of School Calendar for 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 School Years
VIII. Ensuring Student/Stakeholder Engagement and Loyalty (SO III)
IX. Ensuring High Quality Professional Learning (SO IV)
X. Enter Executive Session
XI. Exit Executive Session
XII. Personnel Actions
XIII. Reminders
XIV. Adjourn