Clay County Schools Achieve 98.65% Graduation Rate for ESE Students, Surpassing State Targets

Overview: The Clay County School Board meeting focused on several topics, including exceptional student education (ESE) services, civics education initiatives, and the planning of new school construction. The board lauded the ESE department’s impressive achievements, particularly a graduation rate of 98.65% for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), far surpassing the state’s target of 86.7%.

Clay County School Board Approves $683 Million Budget for 2024-2025 School Year

Overview: In a special meeting held on September 12, 2024, the Clay County School Board approved a comprehensive budget of $683 million for the 2024-2025 school year, along with detailed millage rates and financial allocations for various school district needs. The meeting saw the board discuss and pass multiple budget-related resolutions without opposition.

Clay County School Board Explores New Communication Platform to Enhance Parent-Teacher Engagement

Overview: The Clay County School Board meeting on August 28, 2024, featured a discussion on implementing a new communication platform aimed at improving interaction between schools, parents, and the broader community. The board’s focus was on streamlining communication to enhance engagement and accessibility, reflecting ongoing efforts to leverage technology for better educational outcomes.

Clay County School Board Debates Hiring Audit Firm Versus Individual Auditor

Overview: During the recent Clay County School Board meeting, the primary topics of discussion included the decision to hire either an independent auditor or a firm for auditing services, modifications to the student progression plan, the purchase of a vocabulary program, and issues surrounding teacher pay and educational resources.

Clay County School Board Approves Tentative Budget Amid Growth

Overview: The Clay County School Board has approved a tentative budget for the 2024-2025 school year, with a total budget of $660,888,723, amid discussions on rising construction activity and the need for new educational facilities due to the county’s rapid growth. The meeting held on July 30th, 2024, addressed topics including the proposed millage rates, the tentative budget, and the educational facilities plan to manage the county’s expanding student population.