TCS Board Meeting 09-21-2026

The Transylvania County Schools Board held a meeting on September 21, 2026, focusing extensively on ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects funded through bond and grant programs. Updates were provided on construction and renovation work at multiple schools including BHS, Bard Middle and High Schools, Rosman Elementary, and others, with detailed timelines and coordination efforts discussed. The board reviewed the status of fuel storage tank replacements and guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contracts, noting substantial progress and upcoming phases. Budget discussions highlighted a funding shortfall of approximately $1.84 million due to state funding gaps and increased costs for locally funded positions, prompting a motion to approve a budget amendment which passed. The meeting also addressed school accountability results, celebrating high proficiency and growth metrics across the district. Public comments raised concerns about bus driver wages and staffing shortages. No new procurement contracts were awarded during the meeting, but the detailed project updates and budget amendments indicate active management of construction and capital projects.