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2 days ago

Marion County School Board Gathers Information at Northside Meeting

Marion County Public Schools held a community meeting in the Northend March 25, 2026, to discuss rezoning and consolidation, gather input and answer questions.

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4 days ago

Marion County School Board Passes Amended Central Office Staffing Plan for New Fiscal Year

The Marion County Public School Board unanimously approved an amended proposed central office staffing plan for fiscal year 2026-2027.

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3 weeks ago

Marion County Schools Hears Community Input on Northend Elementary Rezoning

A Marion County Public School community meeting was held March 9, 2026, at Sparr Elementary to gather input from the community regarding rezoning.

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3 weeks ago

Marion County Public School Board Work Session Focuses on Discussions, Details and Decisions

Last Thursday's Marion County Public School Board work session addressed some of the questions regarding elementary schools on the county's Northend, but more input is needed.

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3 weeks ago

The Marion County Public School Board Receives an Athletic Update During their Work Session

Marion County Public Schools Athletic Director Donnie Tucker gave an update on athletic projects at the March 6, 2026, MCPS workshop session.

Marion County Public Schools sign with slogan "Helping Every Student Succeed" against a blue sky.

4 weeks ago

Northend Rezoning Discussion Continues at Marion County Public School Board Meeting

The Marion County Public School Board continued the deep and emotionally-charged discussion about rezoning and consolidation for schools on the Northend of the county.

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