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Bertie County Schools presents $31.2M request, highlights student gains and $16M CTE grant
Summary
Dr. Otis Martin presented the school system's budget request and strategic plan, citing improved test scores and graduation rates, a $16 million grant-funded CTE wing, and a proposed $31.2 million interim budget for FY2025-26.
Dr. Otis Martin presented Bertie County Schools' budget request and strategic plan to the commissioners, highlighting measurable improvements in student outcomes and facility investments. Martin said the district had moved out of "local performing" status, reported that Bertie High School's composite score rose from 19% to 57% since 2019, and noted a cohort graduation rate of 89% compared with a state average of 86%.
Martin outlined capital projects including a $16 million career and technical education (CTE) wing funded with a grant, upgrades to safety and security systems paid through grant money, and an interim budget projection around $31.2 million for 2025-26 that includes capital requests. Commissioners asked about program specifics, CTE departments and enrollment projections; Martin and his finance officer, Charlene Jones, said detailed figures were in the packet and offered to return with additional breakdowns if requested.
