# Lee Country Board of Education Board Meeting 8-10-2026


**Body:** Lee County Schools GA
**Date:** August 09, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Grants & Funding


The Lee County Board of Education held a meeting on August 10, 2026, focusing primarily on academic performance results, policy reviews, financial statements, and strategic planning. The board reviewed Georgia Milestones assessment outcomes, highlighting that Lee County students outperformed state averages significantly across multiple subjects and grade levels. The meeting also included a detailed update on the fiscal year 2026 financial statement, noting positive fund balances and capital asset investments such as gym renovations and new buses. Additionally, the board discussed ongoing policy reviews to ensure alignment with federal and state laws, with recommendations expected in upcoming meetings. Legal counsel addressed misinformation in local media regarding superintendent compensation, resulting in a partial retraction by the publication. Finally, the board approved a new five-year strategic plan emphasizing student achievement, engagement, stakeholder communication, and effective operations, with a focus on aligning budget investments to strategic goals and monitoring progress quarterly. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported during this meeting.

**Source:** Lee County Schools GA