North Forest school trustees were honored as part of a statewide event, by the public and their school peers in a reception held last Thursday evening at the administration building. The recognition came in spite of the plethora of financial and academic problems faced by the district.
The reception had a Mardi Gras theme, with gifts to each board member from the district and students at Lakewood Elementary school. Thanks for their service were extended by Interim Superintendent William Jones on behalf of the district.
Also on hand was Dr. James Simpson, who is expected to be named the new superintendent in a special meeting later in the month.