The Public Schools of Robeson County Board of Education convened on July 8, 2025, to discuss several key action items, including the approval of a child nutrition program and the disposal of public school property.
One of the main topics was the proposal to provide breakfast and lunch to the pre-kindergarten program at Old Main. Bobby Locklear presented the plan, stating that the program would serve approximately 35 to 40 children daily. The board unanimously approved the motion to extend meal services, which are already provided to regular school children, to the pre-k program housed at Parnell Smith.
Another significant discussion involved the disposal of a public school property located at Shaw Mill Road Lot 95. Richard Schwartz informed the board that a negotiated offer of $8,800 had been received for the property. The board is required to offer the property to the Board of County Commissioners first, at a fair market value of $10,000. The board sought approval to proceed with the resolution for the disposal under the negotiated offer and upset bid process, which allows for potential higher bids before final approval.
The meeting concluded with both items receiving unanimous support, reflecting the board's commitment to enhancing educational services and managing school properties effectively.