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The Leon County School Board met Oct. 14, 2025. The meeting included a superintendent spotlight on Springwood Elementarys recent improvement to a B school grade, a community donation from Lees Place funding multi-year mental-health support (including FSU doctoral intern placements), an announcement of Addition Financials merger with Envision and a Leon County Schools debit card that will donate per swipe to the district foundation, extended public comment focused on free-speech concerns involving a board member, several unanimous approvals (including a national award nomination and research partnership MOU), and a wide-ranging discussion about district finances, enrollment declines and potential school consolidation in light of the Schools of Hope program. The board directed staff to develop cuts and revenue options and to follow up with members before the winter break.
