Floyd County Schools Update:

Superintendent Shepherd announces that at the June meeting, the Floyd County Board of Education unanimously approved the purchase of school supplies for all students attending Floyd County Schools for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.

Expressing enthusiasm, Shepherd states, “We are thrilled to once again extend our support to students and families by providing school supplies for all students. From preschool to 12th grade, every student will have access to the necessary supplies for the 2023-2024 academic year. These supplies, essential for their education, will be made available through our ESSER II (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds) program. This initiative aims to eliminate potential barriers that families may face.”

Superintendent Shepherd goes on to mention that students attending Floyd County Schools, in grades 5-12, will also receive devices and backpacks. The backpacks were funded by our Community Champions (ARH McDowell, ARH Our Lady of the Way and ARH Highlands). These devices, along with the backpacks and school supplies,

will be distributed to students during the first week of school, ensuring they are well- equipped for their educational journey. Pre-School through 4th grade will have classroom devices only. If any family needs help purchasing backpacks for their student or students in pre-school through 4th grade, please reach out to the District Office at (606) 886-2354.

Concluding her statement, Superintendent Shepherd emphasizes, “Thanks to our ESSR II funds, the dedicated efforts of our Family Resource and Youth Service Center Coordinators and our Community Champions, we are tirelessly working to help students and families overcome any barriers to learning. We value our partnership with families and want them to know that we are here to offer assistance and support whenever needed.”