Moore County Board approves $8.8 million contingent architectural engagement for possible new high school The Moore County Schools board voted to contract SFLA to produce designs, cost estimates and renderings for a potential fourth high school; the $8.8 million figure is contingent on passage of a November 2026 bond referendum and includes conflict-of-interest restrictions for the architect.

The Moore County Schools Board just approved an $8.8 million architectural contract to design a potential new high school, contingent on a bond referendum in 2026 that could reshape local education!

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Moore County board debates whether to keep its own school police or shift SROs to sheriff Board member Hensley urged turning Moore County Schools' school resource officers over to the sheriff's office, citing training, staffing and economies of scale; staff and several board members defended the district's in-house police and called for more funding and committee work.

The debate heats up in Moore County as board member Hensley pushes to shift school resource officer duties to the sheriff's department, claiming the in-house police is a "failed experiment"—but not everyone agrees!

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Moore County board hears two days of school improvement plans; principals highlight interventions, data tracking and K–2 supports Moore County Schools’ Board of Education heard day two of school improvement plan presentations Oct. 22, with principals from nine schools summarizing goals for proficiency and growth, new intervention schedules (including a K–2 common intervention block), expanded use of IXL and Eureka curricula, and plans to strengthen student ownership of data.

Moore County Schools are on a mission to boost student proficiency with bold two-year improvement plans and innovative interventions that promise real growth!

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Moore County Schools Celebrate Exceptional Students and Educators at Board Meeting Board meeting highlights inspiring stories of educators and student achievements in Moore County Schools.

Moore County Schools recently celebrated inspiring stories of educators and standout students, showcasing extraordinary dedication and excellence as they prepare for a new school year.

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Supreme Court Could Change 42-Year-Old Law Impacting County Schools Nationwide Legal experts discuss potential Supreme Court changes to longstanding education laws.

The Moore County School Board is bracing for potential seismic shifts in educational law as the Supreme Court considers revisiting a 42-year-old statute that could reshape local schools.

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Moore County Schools Board Approves Consent Items and Honors Debbie Thomas Board acts on consent items and remembers colleague Debbie Thomas at the meeting.

In a heartfelt meeting, the Moore County School Board not only approved crucial initiatives for the upcoming school year but also paid tribute to the beloved Debbie Thomas, celebrating her lasting impact on the community.

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Moore County Schools celebrate achievements and recognize Superintendent Locklear's prestigious award Board members praise community efforts and congratulate Locklear as 2025 Superintendent of the Year.

Moore County Schools celebrated remarkable achievements and honored Dr. Locklear as the 2025 Sandhills Regional Superintendent of the Year, showcasing the district's unwavering commitment to excellence.

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Moore County School Board amends agenda to extend extracurricular activities to homeschool families Board approves amendment to add motion for extending activities to homeschool families.

The Moore County School Board just took a groundbreaking step towards inclusivity by extending extracurricular activities to homeschool families—what does this mean for the future of education?

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Moore County celebrates class of 2025 achievements at annual graduation presentation Class of 2025 recognized for academic, athletic, and personal accomplishments during graduation ceremony.

Moore County Schools proudly celebrated the Class of 2025, showcasing their incredible achievements, resilience, and a staggering $25 million in scholarships!

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Moore County Schools report decrease in office referrals for 2024 school year Moore County Schools document significant drop in suspensions and office referrals this year

Moore County Schools report a notable decline in student office referrals and suspensions, signaling positive changes in behavior management.

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District replaces lead-contaminated faucets in schools after testing reveals unsafe levels School district replaces old faucets to mitigate lead found in classroom water supplies

Moore County schools are taking action to ensure student safety by replacing lead-contaminated faucets, proving their commitment to clean drinking water.

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Moore County Schools leaders address educational progress and construction challenges Board members highlight academic improvements while emphasizing urgent school construction needs.

Moore County School Board leaders are challenging the narrative of declining student performance, highlighting significant academic progress and urgent infrastructure needs that could shape the future of education in North Carolina.

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School District Faces Overcapacity Crisis as Enrollment Surges Past Facility Limits School district faces significant overcapacity issues, prompting plans for new middle school construction.

Moore County Schools is on the brink of a crisis as surging enrollment numbers push middle and high schools past their limits, sparking urgent discussions for solutions.

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School District Faces Overcrowding Crisis with Projected 166% Capacity at West Pine Middle School School capacity projections indicate urgent need for new middle school within five years.

Moore County Schools is facing a looming overcrowding crisis, with West Pine Middle School projected to exceed capacity by an astonishing 166% in just a few years!

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Moore County NAACP raises concerns over racial representation and gun raffle at school board meeting Moore County NAACP raises concerns over minority representation and gun raffle at school event.

Moore County NAACP calls for urgent action on racial diversity in schools and condemns a controversial gun raffle at a recent board meeting.

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