Special Recognitions
School Spotlight – Forest Creek Middle School
Principal Amanda Kubbs, along with staff members from Doby’s Bridge Elementary School,highlighted the success of its Professional Learning Teams (PLTs), which focus on improving teaching and learning through collaboration, data analysis, and strategy sharing. PLTs promote collective teacher efficacy, fostering trust, teamwork, and shared commitment to student success. Despite challenges like limited planning time and curriculum adjustments, PLTs have positively impacted student outcomes and strengthened team dynamics. Teachers emphasized the importance of solution-oriented, student-centered collaboration supported by open communication and trust.
Annual Audit Report
Mrs. Leanne Lordo and Mr. David Phillips presented the findings of the Annual Audit Report. The Fort Mill School District received a positive financial audit report for 2024, from Greene Finney Cauley, LLP, a testament to the district’s strong financial management practices. The General Fund saw a $3.8M increase, representing 22% of expenditures. Revenues increased by 13%, while expenditures, which rose by 13%, supported salary increases, benefits, and expanded staffing. Key fund balances include $11.7M for debt service and $64.1M for planned capital projects. There were no compliance findings or material weaknesses, and the audit praised the district’s staff for their exceptional collaboration and support throughout the process.
Monthly Financial/Impact Fee Update
Mrs. Leanne Lordo presented the monthly financial and impact fee report:
Monthly Financial Report
Total Expenditures $87,011,971
Decrease ($19,970,479) – Cash flow using Fund Balance
Impact Fees
December 2024 Actual collections $1,197,404
New Impact Fee Study
Superintendent’s Report
Dr. Chuck Epps provided an enrollment update and an overview of upcoming events for January, 2025. At the time of the report the district had 18,489 students enrolled. For a complete listing of events please click the calendar link below.
Fort Mill School Board meetings can be viewed live or on demand on the district’s YouTube channel or with the link below.
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Associate Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.
