Tag: grading

The Rockingham Count School District headquarters sign at sunset

June 1, 2026

County school district seeks to recalibrate grading system

By Charlotte Matherly, contributor

Rockingham County Public Schools unveiled its plan for a new grading policy that prioritizes grade-level performance over student progress.

‘Temporary fix’ or investing in new schools? County board wrestles with options for Rockingham’s future

By Charlotte Matherly, contributor

With an expected influx of new residents into Rockingham County and several schools in need of repairs and approaching capacity, school board members are feeling the squeeze.

Hilary Irons emphasizes bringing ‘professionalism, respect, humility’ to 3rd District school board seat

By Megan Cullins, contributor

For the second time in four years, Hilary Irons is running against Matt Cross for Rockingham County’s school board in the 3rd District — although a rematch wasn’t always the plan for Irons.