The week of March 11-15, 2024 has been proclaimed School Board Appreciation
Week in Georgia. The observance calls attention to the contributions of local boards of
education.
Superintendent Albritton commented, “Citizens elect board members to
represent the community’s voice on education matters and to set the vision for the
school district. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our board for their unwavering
commitment to public education and ongoing dedication to the children of our district.”
The men and women serving our district and their years of service are:
Mary Bentley – 12th year
Greg Brown – 8th year
Glenda Latimore – 8th year
Wayne McInvale – 4th year
Wes Summers – 4th year
As constitutional officers of Georgia, school board members are responsible for
setting educational policies, employing school personnel, providing buildings and
equipment, operating a transportation system and disbursing school funds. As
community leaders, school board members serve as advocates for the children in local
public schools and must study, evaluate, and decide what actions are in the best interest
of those students.
The Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) sponsors the celebration. The
mission of GSBA is to ensure excellence in the governance of local school systems by
providing leadership, advocacy and services and by representing the collective resolve of
Georgia’s 180 elected boards of education. Please visit www.gsba.com for more
information.