Glenda Weinert Welcomed to Buncombe County School Board
Glenda Weinert was appointed to the Buncombe County Board of Education at the board's June 6 meeting, filling the at-large seat vacated earlier this year. Glenda, who previously served as…
School Board Joins National Lawsuit Against Social Media Companies
In a recent decision, the Buncombe County Board of Education has decided to join a multi-district lawsuit against major social media companies. This decision was made during their meeting on…
School Board Extends Candidate Review Period
On May 28, 2024, the Buncombe County Board of Education held a special called meeting to address the vacancy left by Amanda Simpkins, the at-large representative who resigned earlier this…
Asheville Schools Embrace “Progressive” Funds
The May 13 Asheville City Schools (ACS) Board meeting highlighted significant financial and operational challenges within our district. It is important that we scrutinize the decisions being made by politicians…
BCS Board Decisions Unveiled
As we approach the November 2024 elections, it’s crucial to examine the actions and decisions made by the current Buncombe County Schools (BCS) Board members. This review is particularly significant…
Buncombe Board: A Self-Perceived Educational Oracle
In a contentious climate, the Buncombe County School Board is inching closer to finalizing a redistricting plan in compliance with NC state law. The process has highlighted deep divisions within…
A Proposal for Change: Addressing the Silence with Action
At the heart of the January 11 Buncombe County Board of Education meeting were the earnest voices of our community, laying bare the multifaceted challenges facing our educational system. Yet,…
Tense Trail to Education System Merger Study
In a follow-up to our ongoing conversation, Buncombe County finds itself at the center of a political maelstrom over the future of its educational structure. Cast your mind back to…
Buncombe County School Board Meeting Notes: September 7th
Superintendent’s Remarks: Dr. Rob Jackson, Superintendent, informed attendees that the State Board of Education is set to vote on the 2022-2023 state assessment results during their October session. Key highlights…
Navigating Legal Requirements: A Conundrum for Buncombe County School Board
On August 3, the Buncombe County Board of Education convened to discuss the difficulties of implementing the mandates in House Bill 66. The bill provides that six of seven members…
