There were many causes for celebration with students and administrators being recognized at this past school board meeting.

Schools across the county soon will be calling all artists.

Tallapoosa County schools will have new opportunities coming to students through its grant funding. 

At Tuesday’s special called board meeting, superintendent Ray Porter informed the Tallapoosa County Board of Education it may need to move Edward Bell Career Tech Center if Camp Hill’s water situation remains unresolved.

A couple years ago, the Dadeville Beautification Board planted trees around the schools — each honoring a different graduating class. This fall, the board will be reopening for more donations and extending the project.

Tallapoosa County commissioner T.C. Coley attended Monday’s Tallapoosa County Board of Education meeting and explained the salary changes approved during Alabama’s legislative session.

During Monday’s Tallapoosa County Board of Education meeting, Rhonda Ogletree went before the board regarding Chris Hand’s non-renewed contract. 

At Tuesday's work session, the Tallapoosa County Board of Education took the opportunity to review the last school year and look into plans for next year.

According to the March 13 board meeting minutes, the Tallapoosa County Board of Education unanimously made the decision to not renew Chris Hand’s contract as Dadeville’s principal — aside from board member Carla Talton who abstained from the vote.

After the resolution was read, the board of education applauded the teachers and their hard work. Through social media, county schools have also shared ideas on how students can show their appreciation to their teachers such as writing them letters, gifting them their favorite candy or bringing them flowers.