Rockingham County Board of Education Meeting LIVE STREAM

The Rockingham County Board of Education held a meeting on September 9, 2026, where they approved the annual budget resolution for the 2026-2027 school year. The budget presentation highlighted increases in state funding by approximately $4.6 million, flat local funding from the county, and a decrease in federal funding pending final approvals. The board discussed appropriating $2.5 million from local fund balance and addressed challenges such as declining student enrollment impacting funding and rising fixed costs. The Finance Committee recommended increasing the activity bus mileage reimbursement rate from $1.75 to $2.00 per mile effective July 1, 2027, and reviewed a request to purchase a new activity bus to replace a disabled one. The Facilities Committee reported on capital projects including a new elementary school design, asbestos abatement, and parking lot bids, with plans to discuss facilities planning for 2028-2031. Additionally, the board introduced a new employee recognition program and discussed a platform to meet student needs through community donations. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but capital improvement projects and budget allocations were key topics.