Dear MCS Family,
Welcome back to another amazing school year! The start of a new year is always exciting, and this one has been no exception.
As I’ve walked our halls and visited classrooms, I’ve seen students and staff embracing new routines, new opportunities, and the joy of being back together. I'm so grateful for your support and flexibility to help ensure our students start the year with confidence and purpose. Every small act of encouragement at school or home contributes to moving our district forward.
As we look ahead, let’s continue to lean on one another, stay connected, and keep our focus on what matters most, which is always providing our students with the very best.
Sincerely,
Grant
Marietta City Schools
Summary - Board of Education Meeting
August 19, 2025 | Regular Board Meeting
Special Recognition
The Marietta City Schools Board of Education recognized Matt and Joanne Flournoy for their support of the new Communities in Schools Site Coordinator Program at Marietta High School’s Student Life Center. This program offers students critical support in areas such as college and career planning, family engagement, tutoring, absenteeism, and social services.
The Flournoys have also generously funded college visits for Marietta High School students, expanding access and awareness of post-secondary pathways. Through their support, more students can explore opportunities, envision their futures, and take steps to succeed after high school.
The Board of Education thanks Matt and Joanne Flournoy for accepting this recognition.
Special Recognition
The Marietta City Schools Board of Education recognized Marietta High School’s Blue Devil News program for earning multiple honors at the Hope Givers 2025 Hope Film Challenge, hosted at Georgia Public Broadcasting. Our students used personal experiences to create films that demonstrated their skills and gave voice to challenges many young people face.
Douglas Jimenez, 11th grade, and Jonathan Orellana, 10th grade, received the Reel Hope Storytelling Award for “The Battle of Anxiety.”
Violet Maine, 10th grade, earned the Blackmagic Filmmaker Award for “It Hurts,” a film that portrays her experience with anxiety.
The Board of Education celebrates the courage and creativity of our students and the educators who guide them.
Special Recognition
The Marietta City Schools Board of Education recognized several student artists whose work is on display at the Central Office Board Room. Featured artists included:
- Jayden Oduro, 4th Grade, Lockheed Elementary
- Christian Tam, 7th Grade, Marietta Middle School
- Emiliana Mejia-Angel, 8th Grade, Marietta Middle School
- Lillie Mae Weaver, 3rd Grade, Sawyer Road Elementary
- Callum Parker, 12th Grade, Marietta High School (not pictured)
The Board of Education congratulates these students for showcasing the imagination and artistry thriving in our district community.
Board Meeting Approvals
- Approval of Minutes - July 15, 2025 Combined Work Session - Regular Monthly Meeting (7/0 - Approved)
- Approval of Minutes - August 12, 2025 Work Session (7/0 - Approved)
- Adoption of Agenda (7/0 - Approved)
- MCS Technology Plan (7/0 - Approved)
- CTAE Local Plan and FY26 Grant Budgets (7/0 - Approved)
- Audio/Visual Technology and Film Equipment - Marietta High School (7/0 - Approved)
- Year-End Transfer of General Fund Operating Results (7/0 - Approved)
- Charter System Foundation - Annual Membership Dues (7/0 - Approved)
- Interpretation Services Contract - Purple Communications, Inc. (7/0 - Approved)
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Grant - Royal Food Service (7/0 - Approved)
- Warehouse Lease - Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority (7/0 - Approved)
- Field Trips (7/0 - Approved)
- Football Program - Marietta High School
- Presentation: Master Schedule - Marietta High School
- Presentation: Georgia Milestones - Performance Review
- Executive Session - Permitted Land, Legal, Personnel, and Student Matter (7/0 - Approved)
- Approval of Personnel Action (7/0 - Approved)
- Approval of Administrative Personnel Action (No Action)
New “Be Somebody” fund will award $1,000 grants to Marietta graduates
Marietta City Schools (MCS) and the Cobb Community Foundation (CCF) have announced a new partnership to award Marietta High School graduates grants through the “Be Somebody” Savings Program. Starting with the Class of 2029, students who meet annual academic, attendance, discipline, and checkpoint requirements throughout high school will be eligible to receive up to $1,000 from a new Field of Interest Fund at CCF. Watch WSB-TV’s feature below, then visit our website to learn more.