BOE

The Forsyth County Board of Education is the governing body of the Forsyth County School System. The primary role of the Board is the legislation of the school system policies, which are executed under the direction of the school superintendent.
 
The Forsyth County Board of Education consists of five members who are elected by district to staggered, four-year terms. They meet monthly at the Forsyth County Board of Education and Professional Development Center at 1120 Dahlonega Highway, Cumming.
 
To access a list of Board members and their contact information, select below:
 
 
 
 
Darla Light, District 4 (Vice-Chairperson)
 
 
FY12 Board Goals:
  • Implement and monitor the Strategic Plan.
  • Utilize performance measures for Board and Superintendent.
  • Enhance staff and administrative relationships
  • Develop and implement a strategy to effectively focus and engage Local School Councils.
  • Maintain fiscal responsibility within the school system.

To view Board of Education meetings, CLICK HERE. Meetings are also shown on TV Forsyth, Comcast Channel 23 - regular meetings can be viewed Mondays at 7:00 pm and Saturdays at 8:00 am, and work sessions are shown on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm and Sundays at 8:00 am.

Vision: Quality Learning and Superior Performance for All
 
Mission: The mission of Forsyth County Schools is to prepare and inspire all students to contribute and excel.

Beliefs:
  • Trust among all stakeholders is vital.
  • Expectations influence accomplishments because everyone has the capacity to learn.
  • A school-community partnership is essential.
  • Change creates opportunity.
  • High-performing leadership makes visions reality.
2009-12 Strategic Plan Goals:
  • Increase all student achievement while expanding educational opportunities.
  • Recruit, develop and retain a highly qualified workforce.
  • Enhance educational programs through increased community involvement.
  • Communicate effectively both internally and externally.
  • Pursue and secure alternate funding and resources while maximizing operational efficiency.
 

 
Last Modified on 01/19/2012 01:34:49 PM