Superintendent calls for communication as absences build up
Data shows absences have been higher this school year on the days before and after the weekend.
Data shows absences have been higher this school year on the days before and after the weekend.
The Bibb County Board of Education approved a second budget amendment at its Feb. 19 meeting and heard a presentation about the school district's summer programs.
The Bibb County School District recently expanded on its Future Farmers of America program with a new adult education program to connect graduates with the community.
The Bibb County Board of Education voted 4-3 to pass a budget amendment, which included the new expenses but did not advance $1.2 million in unexplained cuts.
The Bibb County School District noted the change in an email to parents in early December.
The new space will allow students to engage with nature and be even more focused.
Voters have a chance this Election Day to decide whether the Bibb County School District will collect a $250 million sales tax.
The district celebrated Attendance Awareness Week, with schools dressing up and welcoming special guests.
Data collected from the Georgia Education Savings Authority by the Georgia Recorder and The Current reveal top recipients of Promise Scholarship funds.
The Bibb County School District's graduation rate increase came as the state saw its graduation rate reach 87.2%