Jackson School Board Adopts Student Member Policy

The Jackson County School Board has adopted a new policy allowing a student to join the board when school resumes next month. The addition comes after a legislative directive in this year’s session. Director of Schools Jason Hardy said the student member must be a junior or senior in good academic standing. “It’s just one […]
Pickett Schools Adding Student Board Member In Fall

The Pickett County School Board will add a student member to its board for the upcoming school year. Outgoing Director of Schools Diane Elder said a new law requires school boards across the state to involve students in the school board. Elder said the student would be a rising senior selected by school administration. Elder […]









