Montgomery School Board Elects New President, Approves Vice President Change, and Addresses Community Concerns

Overview: The Montgomery School Board’s latest meeting saw Christina Harris, Cookie Franco-Herman, and Zelda Spence-Wallace sworn in after winning the annual school election, filling the board for the first time this year. The board also engaged with public comments on issues including school start times and the importance of transparency, and confirmed upcoming ethics training for members.

Montgomery School District Awarded $230,000 Tutoring Grant

Overview: In a recent Montgomery School Board meeting, the district was awarded a substantial high impact tutoring grant amounting to approximately $230,000, aimed at supporting students in grades three through five with tier one interventions. This development stood out as a significant action point in a session that also covered a range of other topics, including curriculum updates, school safety concerns, and strategic planning.

Montgomery School Board Addresses School Lunch Quality and COVID-19 Policies Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Montgomery School Board meeting was dominated by discussions on the quality and variety of school lunches, with significant input from parents and students, as well as ongoing debates about COVID-19 safety policies, including mask mandates for outdoor activities. The board also touched on equity initiatives and the impact of recent severe weather on school operations.