RCSS Headlines

Six RCSS Students Selected as 2025-2026 Reach Scholars

Six exceptional RCSS eighth graders have been named 2025–2026 REACH Scholars, recognized for their academic promise and awarded at least $10,000 each toward college. These students will also receive dedicated academic support as they continue their educational journey. Click here to learn more.

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RCSS Shows Continued Growth in State Accountability Results

The latest 2025 CCRPI results are in, and Richmond County schools are continuing to show strong gains in achievement, growth, and graduation success. Click here to learn more.

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Eight RCSS Schools named Georgia Literacy and Math Leaders

Eight Richmond County schools earned statewide recognition as “Literacy Leaders” and “Math Leaders” for exceptional student achievement and growth, the Georgia Department of Education announced Nov. 7. Click here to learn more.

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School Choice and House Bill 251 application period now open

The Richmond County School System has opened the School Choice application period for the 2026–2027 school year. Discover programs that fit your child’s interests and goals — and learn how to apply for another school with available space through House Bill 251. Click here to learn more.

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RCSS names new deputy superintendent

RCSS has named Dr. Tommy T. Welch as its new deputy superintendent of school improvement and strategic initiatives, bringing more than 20 years of leadership experience to RCSS. Click here to learn more.

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Two RCSS schools named Georgia Title I Distinguished Schools

Two Richmond County schools have earned top honors from the Georgia Department of Education! See which schools ranked among the state’s highest-performing Title I schools. Click here to learn more.

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Four RCSS Students Honored in 2026 National Merit Program

Richmond County will be spotlighted nationally: four of its high school students have earned recognition in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. Click here to learn more.

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RCSS Students Named to Superintendent Council

Two RCSS students named to State Superintendent’s 2025-2026 Student Advisory Council. Click here to learn more.

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RCSS Class of 2025 achieves SAT gains

RCSS students boost SAT scores, with Class of 2025 rising 11 points to 964 and eight high schools showing gains. Click here to learn more.

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Richmond County School System graduation rate holds steady

RCSS keeps its graduation rate at a historic high, with 81.7% of the Class of 2025 earning their diplomas. Click here to learn more.

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Dr. Malinda Cobb Named Superintendent of Schools

The Richmond County Board of Education has appointed Dr. Malinda Cobb as superintendent of schools for the Richmond County School System, effective Aug. 13, 2025. Click here to learn more.

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Students Show Growth on Georgia Milestones Assessments

More than 13,000 students participated in Georgia Milestones testing during the 2024–2025 school year, with data showing systemwide gains in key subject areas in elementary, middle and high school levels. Click here to read more.

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RCBOE names two finalists for superintendent of schools

The Richmond County Board of Education has named two finalists for the position of Superintendent of Schools for the Richmond County School System. Click here to learn more.

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Seven RCSS Schools Earn State Recognition for Cursive Writing

Seven Richmond County elementary schools have been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education for excellence in cursive writing instruction as part of the inaugural John Hancock Award program. Click here to read more.

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Great School Resources

Here are a few resources to help parents understand what’s coming, why, and how you can support your child.

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Augusta National Golf Club & the TGR Foundation to open Learning Lab

Augusta will be home to one of only four nationally recognized science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) education centers, thanks to a new partnership between Augusta National Golf Club and the TGR Foundation, founded by Tiger Woods. Officials announced plans for the TGR Learning Lab, which will be located at the former site of Lamar Elementary School, during a press conference Monday.

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Information on Student Access & Privacy

The Richmond County School System’s vision is to offer an equitable education for all students, preparing them for life beyond the classroom. Read more important information about student access and privacy from the Office of the Interim Superintendent of Schools.

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Four students named Georgia REACH Scholars

Four eighth-grade students were named REACH Georgia Scholars during a Signing Day event at the Richmond County Board of Education on Thursday, Dec. 12. Read more on "Our Stories".

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Eight RCSS schools named Georgia Math Leaders

Eight schools in the Richmond County School System (RCSS) were recognized as “Math Leaders” for exceptional achievement or growth in mathematics by the Georgia Department of Education. Schools were awarded based on the number of students achieving the Proficient Learner level or above on the Georgia Milestones mathematics assessments.

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Richmond County Board of Education Welcomes New Board Members

The Richmond County Board of Education (RCBOE) welcomes the addition of four new members following the regular election on Tuesday, November 5. They are Shontae Boyd, District 4; Monique Braswell, District 5; Mary Jane Abbot, District 8; and Samantha Valentine, District 10 (at large). The new board members formally take office on January 1, 2025 for a term of four years.

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Seven RCSS schools named Georgia Literacy Leaders

Seven schools in the Richmond County School System (RCSS)
were named "Literacy Leaders" by the Georgia Department of Education for exceptional achievement or growth in the percentage of students reading at or above grade level.

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Hurricane Helene Updates and Resources

As our school system transitions from restoration to recovery, please visit our Hurricane Helene landing page for updates and resources at rcboe.org/hurricanehelene.

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RCSS Class of 2024 graduation rate hits historic improvements

The Richmond County School System (RCSS) Class of 2024 graduation rates continue a two-year trend of growth. More than 1,690 students graduated during the 2023-2024 school year, a 3.7% increase from the previous year that brings the four-year cohort graduation rate to 81.7%. Four schools exceeded the state graduation rate.

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RCSS encourages community to use safety tip line

Dr. Kenneth Bradshaw, Superintendent of Schools, shares an important message about safety and social media activity.

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RCSS announces five finalists for Teacher of the Year

Five Richmond County School System (RCSS) teachers received surprising news during the middle of their school day when Dr. Kenneth Bradshaw, Superintendent of Schools, announced the top finalists for the annual Teacher of the Year award on Friday, August 9.

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