Lincoln County Schools public meetings in 2025
27 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
WORK SESSION
The Board will discuss several items requiring action at the December 9 meeting, including budget amendments, legislative priorities, and the 2026-2027 school calendar. Staff will also present a proposal to switch the district's Wide Area Network vendor from AT&T to Spectrum.
- Review of 2024–2025 annual financial audit
- Budget amendments for State, Local, Federal, Capital Outlay, Child Nutrition, and Fund 8
- Proposed transition of Wide Area Network (WAN) from AT&T to Spectrum effective July 1, 2026
- Proposed changes to Policy 4342 regarding student searches
- Review of 2026-2027 school calendar draft options
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will discuss a property closing extension and parking lot plan for East Lincoln High School. The Board is also reviewing support plans for low-performing schools and a revised policy on student wireless communication devices.
- Proposed extension of East Lincoln High School land sale closing date to December 19, 2025
- Approval of Low Performing School Support Plans for GE Massey Elementary, Love Memorial Elementary, and Lincolnton Middle School
- Review of Policy 4318 regarding the use of wireless communication devices
- Six budget amendments covering state, local, federal, and capital outlay funding
- Approval of 12 policies including Parental Involvement and Emergency Epinephrine Delivery Systems
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will discuss student mental health supports, budget amendments, and a revised wireless communication device policy. The board is also reviewing construction updates for several schools and a land sale extension for East Lincoln High School.
- Approval of Low Performing School Plans for GE Massey Elementary, Love Memorial Elementary, and Lincolnton Middle School
- Proposed cell phone policy (Policy 4318) shifting recommendation from Option B to Option A
- Request to extend East Lincoln High School land sale closing date to December 19, 2025
- Construction updates for St. James Elementary, Rock Springs Elementary, and Fairview School
- Routine budget amendments for State, Local, Federal, Capital Outlay, and Fund 8 budgets
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will vote on 2025-2026 school improvement plans, with low-performing plans for GE Massey Elementary, Love Memorial Elementary, and Lincolnton Middle School held open for additional input. The board will also consider approving Avery Builders for the West Lincoln High School barn project, funded by a $150,000 NC Tobacco Trust Fund grant and a $110,000 Timken supplemental grant. Consent agenda items include bids for a fire alarm at Catawba Springs Elementary and an intercom system at Rock Springs Elementary.
- Approval of 2025-2026 School Improvement Plans, with low-performing plans for GE Massey Elementary, Love Memorial Elementary, and Lincolnton Middle School held open 25 days for input
- Avery Builders contract for West Lincoln High School Barn Project, funded by $150,000 NC Tobacco Trust Fund grant and $110,000 Timken supplemental grant
- Bid approval for Catawba Springs Elementary School fire alarm from JCI/Simplex (sole-source, capital funds)
- Bid approval for Rock Springs Elementary School intercom system from KNC Technology (capital funds)
- Recognition of schools meeting or exceeding academic growth in 2024-2025, and staff awards (Principal of the Year, Beginning Teacher of the Year, Exceptional Children Educator of Excellence)
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will discuss multiple items including 2026-2027 school calendar proposals, school improvement plans, a low-performing school support plan, school capacity updates, and a barn construction project at West Lincoln High School funded by a $150,000 NC Tobacco Trust Fund grant and a $110,000 Timken grant. The board will also review several policy changes required by state law, including policies on parental involvement, instructional materials, school trips, religious exemptions, wireless communication devices, and more. Most items will require board action at the October 14, 2025 meeting.
- West Lincoln High School Barn project: $150,000 NC Tobacco Trust Fund grant plus $110,000 Timken grant
- 2026-2027 school calendar proposals (three drafts presented)
- Low-performing school support plans for GE Massey Elementary, Love Memorial Elementary, and Lincolnton Middle School
- Policy 4318: proposed ban on student wireless communication devices during entire school day (bell to bell)
- Catawba Springs Elementary School fire alarm RFP and Rock Springs Elementary School intercom system purchase
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will discuss and vote on several items, including the purchase of Dell OptiPlex computers for $89,024 and two IT trucks for $75,800. The board will also consider budget amendments for state, local, federal, capital outlay, and special project funds. Additionally, staff will present updates on student accountability, Advanced Placement results, the school mental health plan, and construction projects at three elementary schools.
- Vote on $89,024 purchase of Dell OptiPlex SFF PCs from Charter School Tech
- Vote on $75,800 purchase of two trucks for the IT Department
- Vote on five budget amendments (State, Local, Federal, Capital Outlay, Fund 8)
- Discussion of 2024-2025 Accountability Update (data under embargo, closed session)
- Update on elementary school construction at St. James, Rock Springs, and Catawba Springs
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will vote on the Title I Grant Program for 2025-2026, approve the purchase of two trucks for the IT Department, and consider consent agenda items including budget amendments, personnel recommendations, and a Dell computer purchase. The board will also hear public comments from two individuals and may enter closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Approval of Title I Grant Program for 2025-2026 school year
- Purchase of two IT Department trucks (quotes attached)
- Budget amendments for State, Local, Federal, Capital Outlay, and Fund 8
- Approval of CST as vendor for Dell OptiPlex SFF PCs (estimated $89,024 from local funds)
- Public appearances by Keno Cannady and Keith Poston
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will review the 2024–2025 Superintendent Evaluation and consider several action items. These include security equipment purchases and a land sale at East Lincoln High School. The board will also discuss a school assignment boundary agreement with Catawba County.
- Purchase of 18 OPENGATE Density Scanners for $383,455.93 using Capital Funds
- Sale of an additional parcel of land at East Lincoln High School to Mr. Walter Clark
- Updated school assignment boundary agreement between Lincoln and Catawba Counties
- Review of the 2024–2025 Superintendent Evaluation
- Recognition of Dr. Aaron Allen for the 2025 NC School Superintendent Association Brad Sneeden Leadership Award
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will review updates on school health services, high school fee reductions, and capital improvement projects. The board is discussing the purchase of security scanners and a property transfer to finance additions at St. James Elementary School.
- Proposed purchase of 18 OPENGATE Density Scanners for $383,455.93
- Proposed land sale at East Lincoln High School to Mr. Walter Clark
- Resolution to transfer St. James Elementary School title to Lincoln County for financing
- Review of high school fee reductions for AP, CCP, and Driver's Education
- Implementation of House Bill 142 (Protect Our Students Act) educational videos
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will vote on a resolution to transfer St. James Elementary School to Lincoln County so the county can finance capital improvements, including an addition to the school. The county would lease the school back to the board, which would continue to operate it, and ownership would return once the debt is paid. The board will also consider consent items including policies on school safety, graduation requirements, and student transportation insurance, as well as personnel recommendations.
- Resolution to transfer St. James Elementary School to Lincoln County to finance capital improvements
- Lease agreement allowing the school board to continue operating the school during the debt period
- Administrative agreement authorizing the board to hire design professionals and a contractor for construction
- Consent agenda: policies on school safety (1510/4200/7270), graduation requirements (3460), and student transportation insurance (6330)
- Personnel recommendations for Human Resources dated August 5, 2025
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will hold a special called meeting to adopt an interim budget resolution for the 2025-2026 school year, allowing salary and operating expenses to be paid until final funding levels are set. The board will also consider hiring a contracted teacher within previously approved pay rates if other options are exhausted. A closed session is scheduled to discuss school safety, personnel, and legal matters. Consent items include approval of minutes, personnel recommendations, and multiple budget amendments.
- Interim Budget Resolution 2025-2026 to cover salaries and operating expenses until final funding is determined
- Consideration of a contracted teacher for 2025-2026 within previously approved rate boundaries
- Closed session under N.C.G.S. 143-318.11 for school safety, personnel, and attorney-client privileged matters
- Budget amendments for State, Local, Federal, Capital Outlay, and Fund 8 including St. James building project
- Personnel recommendations for Human Resources
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will hear a presentation on the draft 2025-2026 budget for informational purposes. The board will vote on a Title I eligibility plan that would qualify schools with a Community Eligibility Provision percentage of 45% or higher. Other action items include naming the West Lincoln High School softball field after Mr. Allen Hoyle and approving a Memorandum of Agreement with Lincoln County Government.
- Presentation of the 2025-2026 draft budget (informational only)
- Action on Title I eligibility plan using 45% CEP threshold
- Naming of West Lincoln High School softball field in honor of Mr. Allen Hoyle
- Memorandum of Agreement between Lincoln County Schools and Lincoln County Government
- Approval of Lincolnton High School tennis court resurfacing bid to North State Resurfacing
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Board of Education is holding a special called meeting to address action items. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of personnel recommendations for Human Resources.
- Personnel recommendations for Human Resources
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss 19 items, including a proposed redesign of Asbury Academy to better support at-risk students, student fees for 2025-2026, and a budget update. Many items, such as the alternative school accountability model, Chromebook fines, and a tennis court resurfacing bid, will require board action at the June 10 meeting.
- Alternative School Redesign Plan for Asbury Academy
- Student Fees 2025-2026 review
- Budget update for 2025-2026 school year
- Naming of West Lincoln High School Softball Field in honor of Allen Hoyle
- Lincolnton High School Tennis Court resurfacing bid to North State Resurfacing
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will vote on the 2026-2029 AIG Plan, a $1,173,270 program for academically gifted students, and approve bids for restroom renovations at three middle schools. The board will also consider a Chromebook purchase, a memorandum of agreement with county government, and consent items including budget amendments and policy updates.
- Vote on 2026-2029 AIG Plan ($1,173,270) for academically gifted students
- Bid approval for North Lincoln Middle restrooms (Moss-Marlow Building Co.)
- Bid approval for East Lincoln and Lincolnton Middle restrooms (V. Stewart McKee)
- Approval of HP Chromebook bid from vendor CDW-G
- Memorandum of Agreement between Lincoln County Schools and Lincoln County Government
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will consider approving a not-to-exceed price for the new addition to St. James Elementary School, presented by staff and the construction firm. The board will also vote on personnel recommendations.
- Personnel recommendations for Human Resources
- St. James Elementary School Design Build Project: not-to-exceed price proposal for new addition
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will discuss and later vote on several major items, including a $1,173,270 Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) plan for 2026-2029, a not-to-exceed price for the St. James Elementary School addition, and a Chromebook bid from Virtucom. The board will also hear updates on FAFSA completion rates, the child nutrition program, and land acquisition opportunities near multiple schools. Most action items are scheduled for the May 13 board meeting.
- 2026-2029 AIG Plan with estimated cost of $1,173,270 (action at May 13 meeting)
- St. James Elementary School Design Build Project – not-to-exceed price proposal (action at May 6 meeting)
- Middle School Restroom Facilities bid awards: Moss-Marlow for North Lincoln, V. Stewart McKee for Lincolnton and East Lincoln
- Chromebook bid approval – Virtucom recommended as lowest bidder
- Adult meal price increase to $3.50 breakfast / $5.50 lunch to meet USDA requirements
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will vote on multiple bids and contracts, including roof replacements at Love Memorial and Union Elementary Schools, asphalt repairs at S. Ray Lowder Elementary, a boiler replacement at G.E. Massey Elementary, and the purchase of NewLine 75" touch displays. The board will also consider transitioning day treatment services from SUPPORT, Inc. to Rockwell Development Center and approve budget amendments, personnel recommendations, and policy updates.
- Roof replacement bids for Love Memorial and Union Elementary Schools (Ballard Roofing Inc., capital funds)
- Asphalt repair bid for S. Ray Lowder Elementary (JT Russell & Sons Inc., capital funds)
- Boiler replacement bid for G.E. Massey Elementary (Wm. C. Reynolds Company Inc., capital funds)
- Purchase of NewLine 75" Q Series Touch Displays (Camcor Inc., capital/local funds)
- Transition of day treatment services from SUPPORT, Inc. to Rockwell Development Center effective August 1, 2025
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education is holding a special called meeting on April 1, 2025. The board will consider and vote on personnel recommendations from Human Resources. The meeting agenda includes only this action item before adjournment.
- Personnel Recommendations for Human Resources 04.01.25 Special Called BOE
WORK SESSION
The Board of Education will discuss several contract recommendations and facility projects. Many of these items, including bid approvals and budget amendments, will require formal Board action at the April 8, 2025 meeting.
- Proposed contract switch from SUPPORT, Inc. to Rockwell Development Center for Day Treatment Services
- Bid recommendations for roof repairs at Love Memorial and Union Elementary Schools via Ballard Roofing Inc.
- Bid recommendations for S. Ray Lowder Elementary paving (JT Russell & Sons Inc.) and G.E. Massey Elementary boiler replacement (Wm. C. Reynolds Company Inc.)
- Proposed budget amendments for State, Local, Federal, and Capital funds, including additional yellow buses
- Discussion of a potential event complex facility on Old Plank Road with Lincoln Charter
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will vote on the LCSTeach Return to Inspire Program, a $200,000 initiative to recruit graduates back as teachers, and a Memorandum of Agreement with the county outlining school funding. The board will also consider a new scoreboard for West Lincoln High School and approve consent items including a roof replacement bid, a maintenance van purchase, and policy updates.
- LCSTeach Return to Inspire Program: $200,000 from local funds to encourage graduates to teach in Lincoln County Schools
- Memorandum of Agreement with Lincoln County Government on school funding model
- West Lincoln High School football scoreboard purchase (two quotes attached)
- West Lincoln High School old gym roof replacement bid approval
- Vehicle purchase: maintenance van (GM van quote and specs attached)
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Board of Education will meet for a special called meeting to review and act upon the Superintendent's recommendations for human resources. This includes decisions on hiring, promotions, and contract renewals for certified and classified personnel.
- Personnel recommendations for certified and classified staff
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will discuss a proposed collaboration with Lincoln Charter on an event complex at Old Plank Road, a $200,000 LCSTeach program to recruit graduates as teachers, and updates on St. James Elementary construction, West Lincoln High School scoreboard and roof replacement, and maintenance van purchases. Most items require board action at the March 11, 2025 meeting.
- Old Plank Road land discussion for an event complex with Lincoln Charter
- LCSTeach Return to Inspire Program estimated at $200,000 from local funds
- St. James Elementary School construction update with design-build and site plans
- West Lincoln High School football scoreboard purchase (20-year-old replacement)
- Vehicle purchase of two maintenance vans (both over 15 years, 170,000+ miles)
MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will vote on the 2025-2026 school calendar, which was revised after public feedback to account for the 2026 non-presidential primary elections. The board will also decide on a new pay scale placement procedure for occupational and physical therapists, based on a study of comparable districts. The meeting includes recognitions of students and staff, and a closed session for personnel and student matters.
- Vote on 2025-2026 school calendar (DRAFT A, revised Feb 4)
- Vote on occupational/physical therapist pay scale placement procedure
- Approval of policies: Student Health Services (6120), Federal Grant Administration (8305), Pregnant & Parenting Students & Employees (4023/7233)
- Recognition of District Spelling Bee champion Eva Hedrick and runner-up Evelyn Dragoon
- Closed session for personnel and student matters under NC law
WORK SESSION
The Lincoln County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss a proposed $1.09 million science curriculum adoption for 2025-2028, a $200,000 LCSTeach program to recruit graduates into teaching, and a capital improvement plan update. The board will also review a draft 2025-2026 school calendar, a Title I plan, and potential use of school property off Old Plank Road. Several items require board action at the February 11, 2025 meeting.
- Science curriculum adoption for 2025-2028: K-5 Mystery Science, 6-8 Stile Education, 9-12 HMH Science Dimensions, estimated cost $1,090,626.50
- LCSTeach 'Return to Inspire' program to fund graduates entering teaching, estimated cost $200,000 from local funds
- Capital improvement plan update on projects through June 30, 2025
- Discussion of potential use of Lincoln County Schools property off Old Plank Road
- Draft 2025-2026 school calendar presented for feedback, requiring board action Feb. 11
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education is meeting to discuss and finalize its 2025 legislative priorities, which include requests for increased per-pupil funding, teacher recruitment and retention support, and changes to school performance grading. The board will also hear updates from state legislators and participate in training sessions on board governance tools and the Leader in Me program.
- Legislative Priorities Discussion: Board to finalize 2025 requests including pay scale parity, advanced degree supplements for teachers, and increased per-pupil expenditures
- Legislative Updates from Senator Ted Alexander and Representative Heather Rhyne
- Proposal to revise A-F school performance grades and exclude schools meeting growth from low-performing designation
- Request to fully fund years 4 and 5 of the Leandro Comprehensive Remedial Plan and pay $730 million owed to school technology programs
- Training on Diligent Community board software and Leader in Me program implementation
WORK SESSION and MONTHLY MEETING
The Lincoln County Board of Education will hold a work session at 1:00 PM and a regular meeting at 6:00 PM on January 14, 2025. The board will vote on multiple items including an audit contract for $44,000, approval of revised plans for a cell tower project with Vogue Towers, and the 2025-2026 school calendar. Other action items include bids for computers, network switches, and a wastewater treatment plant upgrade, as well as approval of a policy on pregnant and parenting students and employees.
- Audit contract with Anderson Smith and Wike PLLC for 2024-2025 fiscal year at $44,000
- Revised cell tower project with Vogue Towers; Verizon has secured full funding
- 2025-2026 school calendar approval (two draft options presented)
- Bids for Dell OptiPlex computers ($74,365), network switches ($187,500), and core server equipment ($113,432)
- Wastewater treatment plant upgrade at West Lincoln High School ($203,805)