Key Takeaways from the Bladen County Board of Education Meeting: What You Need to Know

Elizabethtown, NC – The latest meeting of the Bladen County Board of Education (BOE) was packed with exciting updates, student achievements, and community involvement. Here are the highlights:

Students Lead the Pledge

Students from Tar Heel School kicked off the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, bringing a positive start to the event.

Celebrating Success

Two volleyball teams were recognized for their impressive seasons:

• The Clarkton School of Discovery Volleyball Team was celebrated as the Waccamaw A Conference Champions.
• The Bladenboro Middle School Volleyball Team was acknowledged as the BCS Middle School Volleyball Champions.

Academic Honors

This year, several schools received awards for outstanding academic performance:

• Bladen Early College: 97.1% Graduation Rate and Academic Growth Award
• Dublin Primary: Academic Growth Award
• East Arcadia: Academic Growth Award
• Elizabethtown Primary: Academic Growth Award
• Tar Heel School: Academic Growth Award
• East Bladen: Academic Growth Award
• Clarkton School of Discovery: Exceeded Academic Growth Award
• West Bladen: Academic Growth Award
• Bladenboro Primary School: Exceeded Academic Growth Award

Special Recognition

Jessica Oxendine-Moore, a school counselor from Bladen Early College High School, received special recognition for being selected for the SREB Crisis Recovery Support Network. She is among 40 counselors chosen across the state.

Community Involvement

During the meeting, one community member spoke, sharing their thoughts and insights with the board.

Celebrating the School Board

This month, the dedication of the BCS Board was acknowledged as part of School Board Appreciation Month. Their commitment to students, staff, and families was applauded.

Decisions Made

The BOE approved several important items:

• Fall 2024 Policy Updates
• SRO Contract
• 2025-2026 School Calendars

Program Updates

Priscilla Brayboy and Stephanie Norris provided insights on the Restart Model, explaining how it can positively influence school performance when implemented correctly.

Calendar Note

Reminder: Schools will be closed on Monday, January 20, to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The Bladen County Schools remains dedicated to fostering success and growth throughout the community. Keep an eye out for more updates!