The Randolph County Board of Education approved an out-of-state field trip for roughly 35 Waddell football players to practice in Franklin, Georgia, at a covered facility arranged with a neighboring county; logistical and funding details were not specified.
The Randolph County Board of Education approved an engagement letter with Bishop Brooks attorneys during its Dec. 18 meeting; board gave no details on scope or fees in the public discussion.
The Randolph County Board approved a personnel action sheet Dec. 18; one board member (Daniel) abstained on item 11. Staff reported that a district employee earned certification in school finance and operations and that facilities projects are near completion.
District officials told the board the district score is 75 (C) with strong academic growth (96.88) and a near‑90% graduation rate; schools across the district showed mixed results and chronic absenteeism remains a focus.
Curriculum staff presented statewide report-card results showing a district score of 75 (C) with strong academic growth and an 89.47% graduation rate; the board highlighted chronic absenteeism and academic achievement as areas for focused improvement.
The board approved updates to the policy manual for 2025–26, awarded an asbestos-management contract to Criterion K-12 Consulting, declared two lawnmowers surplus, approved an out-of-state RCHS field trip, and accepted the personnel action sheet; all items passed by voice vote.
At its Oct. 16 meeting, the Randolph County Board of Education approved a five‑year capital plan, awarded a systemwide LED lighting contract to Grace Construction, and heard a presentation on an anonymous reporting platform the district plans to launch late October or early November.
District safety staff described a new contract with Anonymous Alerts that will let students, families and community members submit anonymous tips and receive private follow-up; rollout expected late October or early November.
At Woodland Elementary’s annual Title I parent meeting, Dr. McCullough explained how Title I funds are used for interventions, technology and family engagement, described parents’ rights under federal law, and introduced parent leaders and the ACIP team for the 2025–26 school year.
At Woodland Elementary’s annual Title I parent meeting, Dr. McCullough reviewed how the school and district use federal Title I funds for interventions, technology and family engagement, explained parents’ rights under the Every Student Succeeds Act, and introduced parent leaders and the ACIP team.