Clay Schools Proposing $13.9 Million Budget, With Defecit
The Clay County School Board proposing a $13.9 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year after a review during Thursday night’s work session. The budget includes a $900,000 shortfall. Finance Director Ashley White said that number includes additional positions that the school system might or might not need. “Your local revenues been coming in good,” […]
Clay Approves Bonuses For Non-Teachers, $221K Price
The Clay County School Board approved a $2,000 one-time bonus for non-teachers during Thursday’s board meeting. The bonuses will go to all employees who are excluded from the 2025 Education Freedom Act passed by state legislators. School Board Chairman Benji Bailey said the voucher bill left out too many employees. “In our opinion, these folks […]
Clay School Board Extends Monroe’s Contract 1 Year
The Clay County Board of Education voted Thursday night to extend Director Diana Monroe’s contract by one year. Monroe’s new term continues through June 30, 2027. Chairman Benji Bailey said this was the maximum amount they could extend the agreement. “Keep in mind that we could not extend anything over, beyond four years,” Bailey said. […]
Clay Schools Awarded Over $200K For Security Cameras, New Door Access
Clay County Schools awarded a $224,000 grant to install new security cameras in all schools. Director of Schools Diana Monroe said the money is for the School Violence Prevention Program. Monroe said doors used by students and staff during class transitions will also have access controls installed. Monroe said that the schools hope to have […]
