Calhoun County Schools

The Calhoun County Schools board meeting held on September 18, 2026, included a detailed presentation of the fiscal year 2027 budget by Mr. Godwin. The budget discussion covered revenue sources, including state foundation program funds, local revenues, and federal funds, with a total projected revenue of approximately $126 million. Key budget items included a 2% salary increase for staff, capital outlay funds totaling around $14 million for school improvements and technology, and transportation fleet renewal funding. The board approved the capital plan for 2027-2031 and several personnel and financial action items, including reallocating football funds for coaching supplements. The meeting also highlighted a $2.49 million grant for the Career Tech Academy expansion and discussed the implementation of a security system that flagged a sex offender during a school event, underscoring the value of the investment in safety measures. Overall, the district's financial health was reported as stable, with careful monitoring of enrollment and local funding units to maintain staffing levels.