Summary of HCS Board Meeting March 3, 2025
Summary of the Harnet County Schools Board Meeting
The Harnet County Schools Board Meeting held on March 3, 2025, began with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda was approved without amendments, and the meeting featured two special presentations, including the Academic Growth Award presentation by Miss Ferguson. Harnet County Schools received recognition for outstanding academic performance, with several schools receiving awards for exceeding academic growth and graduation rates.
Public comments addressed several issues, including concerns about the use of schools as polling places, the performance of Harnet County Schools, and specific grievances regarding the treatment of students in sports programs. Notably, speakers raised concerns about school safety, the adequacy of educational content, and the performance of school leadership.
Superintendent Matthews provided updates on various topics, including a recent brush fire near Western Harnet Middle School, the status of construction projects, and upcoming events like the statewide tornado drill. The board also discussed hiring updates, with a focus on filling teaching vacancies and enhancing support for staff, particularly in light of a survey indicating a demand for childcare services among employees.
The meeting included a financial report from Mr. Cox, highlighting payroll processing and upcoming budget discussions. Miss Frell provided a public information update, celebrating Black History Month and other events in the district.
Action items included the approval of a joint resolution regarding the use of schools as voting sites, which would require consent from the Board of Education for schools to be used as polling places. The board also approved bids for construction projects at Flatwoods Middle School and a change order related to the construction contract.
The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss confidential personnel matters, resulting in several settlements being announced by Mr. Duke. The board approved the appointment of Dr. Maria Mano as an assistant principal at Overhills High School before adjourning.
Presenters/Contributors
- Mr. Godfrey
- Miss Ferguson
- Mr. Matthews
- Mr. Pearson
- Miss Thompson
- Mr. White
- Mr. Cox
- Miss Frell
- Mr. Duke
- Various public commenters including Mr. Jerry Rivas, Mr. Bill McNut, Mr. Jason Kimbell, Mr. Jesse Godwin, and Rebecca Baro.
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