April 2022 Board Briefs

A monthly publication highlighting work session and regular monthly meetings of the Board of Education.

Summary Of The

April Meetings

The Forsyth County Board of Education consists of five members who are elected by district to staggered, four-year terms.

Highlight Of Presentation And Discussion Items

The following items were presented to the Board:

Finance Report -

As of March 2022 the Board learned the system is at 84.92 percent for the budget year. The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax revenues for March 2022 were up 20.02 percent from 2021 collections and up 1.49percent from last month. A financial statement, investment reports, and bond summaries were also shared, as well as a detailed capital projects analysis.

Forsyth Teacher Update -

Michelle Dugan, Coordinator of Resource Development, presented an update on our Forsyth Teacher Academy including Induction, Mentoring, Endorsements and Georgia TAPP.

New Hope Elementary School Update -

Matt Wark, Chief Facilities Officer, presented an update on our newest school New Hope ES. which opens August 2022.

Strategic Update -

Mitch Young, Deputy Superintendent, presented the Strategic Plan for 2022-2027.

Highlight of Action Items

The Superintendent recommended that the Board approve the 2022-2023 Code of Conduct. This was approved by unanimous vote.

The Superintendent recommended that the Board approve the Local Facilities Plan. This was approved by unanimous vote.