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Rockdale County to seek up to 15 speech-language pathologists through multiple contractors; contracts to go on consent agenda
Summary
The board heard multiple proposed contracts to secure up to 15 speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and one sign language interpreter, with combined potential costs in the multi‑million‑dollar range; the contracts were placed on the consent agenda for the next regular meeting.
Rockdale County Public Schools presented several superintendent-recommended contracts to secure speech-language pathology services for the 2025–26 school year, including both independent contractors and staffing firms.
Dr. Smith Dixon, presenting on behalf of the Learning Support department, said the district faces a national shortage of speech-language pathologists and plans a staffing strategy that combines contracted staff and direct hires. She said the district aims for a total of 15…
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