Morgan County Schools celebrates first-ever A on state report card; board praises teachers and staff

An unnamed district leader told the Morgan County Schools board that the district received an A on the state report card, the first A in the district's history.

"For the first time ever in history, Morgan County Schools has scored an A on their report card," the presenter said, noting districtwide gains in reading, math and science and specific growth in third-grade literacy even though cut scores increased statewide.

Board members responded with congratulations and praise for teachers, administrators and staff. Mr. Holly thanked educators for their hard work and said the result "gave me no doubt" about classroom engagement. Mr. Jones and other board members echoed appreciation for administrators, teachers and directors and noted progress from recent years.

The presenter and board members credited coordinated efforts across instruction, finance and student-support programs (after-school and summer programs) for the gains. Several schools saw notable point increases on the report card: Fallwell Elementary had the largest growth in points (seven points), and Danville High, Brewer and Danville Middle reported multi-point gains. Specific school scores and point changes were recited by the presenter.

Board members emphasized the need to sustain improvement and continue targeted supports. No formal votes or policy changes were taken during the congratulations; the district plans to continue progress monitoring and program support.

The next procedural item was the meeting prayer and continuation of business.