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Rockdale schools recommend New Birth Church as indoor site for 2026 graduations
Summary
Superintendent will recommend a $105,000 contract with New Birth Missionary Baptist Church for Rockdale County Public Schools’ 2026 commencement, citing survey results and indoor-safety advantages; final approval to come at regular session.
Rockdale County Public Schools staff recommended that the district hold its 2026 high school graduations at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church and asked the Board of Education to approve a contract covering the venue for the May 29, 2026 ceremonies.
The superintendent’s recommendation, presented by Kimberly Hunter of the Office of Accountability and Student School Performance, called for a contract valued at $105,000 to be paid from senior fees. Hunter told the board the district surveyed parents and students from the class of 2026; "1,026 survey results were submitted. 920 votes, which is 90%, voted for New Birth. 106 votes,…
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