# SCS Board of Education - Board Meeting - September 8th, 2026

The Surry County Schools Board of Education held a meeting on September 8, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included approval of a $32,499 playground equipment installation funded by the PTO at White Plains Elementary, and the purchase and placement of a 10x16 outdoor storage building for the Siri Central Little League cheerleading program. Additionally, the board discussed and planned to submit a $62 million needs-based public school capital fund grant application for renovations at Siri Central High School, with efforts to secure supporting letters from county commissioners and legislators. The board also reviewed expenditures related to metal detectors, noting $25,000 spent on equipment, and discussed the need for more consistent usage to enhance school safety. A transition to T-Mobile for cell phone service was approved, expected to save approximately $15,000 annually. The meeting included updates on grant awards, such as a $15,000 North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund grant for an outdoor agriculture learning center at Siri Central High School. Overall, the meeting focused on capital improvements, safety equipment procurement, grant applications, and budget management to support educational facilities and programs.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 09, 2026

### Sources
- [SCS Board of Education - Board Meeting - September 8th, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qEyIXExL10Q) - Surry County Schools