Regular Board Meeting - April 13, 2026

The Dougherty County School System held its Regular Board Meeting on April 13, 2026. The meeting included a community proposal from alumni to establish a residual fundraising booster club for extracurricular activities, distinct from existing sports booster clubs. The board expressed openness to reviewing a formal proposal to support this initiative. Additionally, the board considered and approved updates to school board policies, including governance and internet acceptable use, which incorporated new social media language as required by state law. The superintendent provided a legislative update highlighting recent education-related bills, funding issues, and missed opportunities for property tax relief affecting school system finances. The meeting concluded with recognition of student achievements and a motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were reported during this session.