That's because of property tax appeals and is expected to amount to a seven- figure loss but the exact figure, or an estimated one, is unknown, according to Supt. Will Schofield.
Also Monday night, Schofield announced he intends to recommend that Feb. 17 be reinstated as a school day. It is listed on the current school calendar as a day that would potentially be added back as an instructional day, depending on finances. The board will vote on Schofield's recommendation Oct. 24.
Asst. Supt. for Teaching and Learning Eloise Barron reported that 75 percent of Hall County students are entering the ninth grade with high school credits already earned. A total of 27 high school courses are offered in the county's middle schools.
Also Monday night:
*Georgia Power awarded World Language Academy teacher Lester Martin, a $1,000 new teacher grant
*The board voted to support a Race To The Top Teacher Induction Program Grant for up to $275,000 per year for three years.
*The school district is going to have a Technology Innovation Instructional Tour for local business leaders on January 20.
*The district will be hosting a listening summit, October 19th, at which 6 of the areas largest employers are coming to provide input as to how our school district can better prepare our students for the world of work and beyond.
*The board agreed to pursue air conditioning at least one competition gym in each of our middle/high schools next summer.
Will Schofield
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