Rockdale County Board of Education: School Calendar, Office, Meetings & Members
The Rockdale County Board of Education governs Rockdale County Public Schools in Conyers, Georgia. This guide brings together the current Board office address, phone number, 2026 meeting pattern, public-comment process, 2026-2027 school calendar, Board members, jobs, enrollment, school zones, bus routes, records and official RCPS links parents actually need.
Use this as an independent navigation guide. Official RCPS notices, Board policies, meeting agendas, school calendar files and department instructions always take priority before you travel, apply, enroll, request records or speak at a meeting.
Rockdale County Board of Education fast facts
Board / Central Office
Rockdale County Public Schools lists its office at 960 Pine Street NE, Conyers, GA 30012.
Phone number
Main RCPS phone: 770-483-4713.
2026-27 calendar
First day: August 3, 2026. Last day: May 27, 2027.
Superintendent
Dr. Stephanie Johnson was appointed Superintendent beginning August 3, 2026.
Important: this article is not the official Rockdale County Board of Education website. Use it to find the right official RCPS page faster, then confirm dates, forms and policies on the district website before taking action.
For state-level policy questions, do not confuse this local board with the Georgia Board of Education guide. Local boards such as Rockdale, Newton County Board of Education and Gwinnett County Board of Education manage local calendars, meetings, attendance zones and district operations, while GaDOE handles statewide education matters.
Rockdale County Board of Education structure and current members
The Rockdale County Board of Education is the seven-member local school board for Rockdale County Public Schools. RCPS describes the Board as responsible for major decisions involving system policy, curriculum, expenditures, facilities and construction. The Board acts officially as a group, so individual members do not act for the Board unless authorized by the full Board.
Seven members
The official RCPS Board page identifies the school board as a seven-member board.
Non-partisan seats
RCPS states that Board members are elected to non-partisan seats.
Four-year terms
Board members serve four-year terms.
Policy role
The Board sets local district policy and appoints the Superintendent as chief executive officer.
| Board member | Current public role / note | Best verification action |
|---|---|---|
| Sandra Jackson-Lett | Chairwoman listed in current RCPS superintendent announcement and recent Board communications. | Open the official Board member biographies before formal contact. |
| Janie Jones | Vice Chairwoman in recent RCPS Board communications. | Check the live eBoardSolutions member page. |
| Tonya Bloodworth | Named in RCPS 2026 Board appreciation materials. | Confirm current biography and term details on the official Board page. |
| Pam / Pamela Brown | Named in recent RCPS Board materials. | Use official member page for exact name format and contact route. |
| Larry Cox | Named in RCPS 2026 Board appreciation materials. | Confirm current member listing before correspondence. |
| Heather Duncan | Named in RCPS 2026 Board appreciation materials. | Use official member biography page for updates. |
| Akita Parmer | Named in RCPS 2026 Board appreciation materials. | Confirm current member listing and contact process. |
Freshness warning: Board-member lists can change after elections, resignations, appointments or special meetings. Use this table as a helpful orientation, not as the final legal roster.
Open the RCPS Board page, then use the linked Board of Education website for member biographies, agendas, schedules, policies and Board records.
Open official Rockdale County Board of Education page →Rockdale County Board of Education address, phone number and office hours
Office vs school issue: call or visit the central office for district-level routing, Board meeting direction and department help. For a student’s attendance, pickup, classroom, discipline, schedule, grades or school event, contact the individual school first.
Nearby Georgia school-board users may also find the Clayton County Board of Education guide and Forsyth County Board of Education guide useful when comparing local board calendars, office addresses, parent portals and meeting rules across Georgia districts.
Rockdale County Board of Education meeting schedule for 2026
RCPS states that Board work sessions normally begin at 6:00 p.m. and regular sessions normally begin at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are typically held in the RCPS Board Room at the Administrative Office Complex, 960 Pine Street NE, Conyers, Georgia. The usual pattern is a work session on the second Thursday of the month followed by a regular session on the third Thursday, but the official 2026 schedule includes some exceptions.
| 2026 date | Meeting type | Time / note |
|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2026 | Work Session | 6:00 p.m. — next listed work session after this update. |
| September 17, 2026 | Regular Session | 7:00 p.m. — next listed regular session after this update. |
| October 15, 2026 | Work Session | 6:00 p.m. — exception from normal second-Thursday pattern. |
| October 22, 2026 | Regular Session | 7:00 p.m. — exception from normal third-Thursday pattern. |
| November 12, 2026 | Work Session | 6:00 p.m. |
| November 19, 2026 | Regular Session | 7:00 p.m. |
| December 10, 2026 | Work Session | 6:00 p.m. |
| December 17, 2026 | Regular Session | 7:00 p.m. |
| January 14, 2027 | Work Session | Listed on the 2026 schedule page as the next-year work session. |
Before attending: special called meetings, emergency conditions, web-teleconference notices, agenda changes and venue changes can override the normal schedule. Check the live meeting page and agenda listing before traveling.
Open the RCPS meeting schedule, then use the linked eBoardSolutions meeting page for agendas and meeting documents.
Open official Rockdale Board meeting schedule →How to speak at a Rockdale County Board of Education meeting
RCPS allows visitors to address the Board through a meeting-day Request to Comment Card process. The signup window depends on whether the meeting is a work session or a regular session.
Confirm the meeting type
Check whether the posted meeting is a Work Session, Regular Session, Special Called Meeting or virtual/web-teleconference session.
Arrive early for the comment card
For a Regular Work Session, RCPS lists the in-person Request to Comment Card window as 5:30 p.m. to 5:50 p.m.. For a Regular Session, RCPS lists 6:30 p.m. to 6:50 p.m..
Keep comments brief
RCPS states that visitors’ comments should be brief, about three minutes, and to the point.
Avoid private personnel or student criticism
RCPS says criticism of school system personnel is not appropriate at public Board meetings. Use the proper administrative route for individual student, employee or school-level concerns.
Prepare for security screening
RCPS states it uses the OpenGate weapons detection system at events open to the public, including Board meetings. Avoid bringing items that may trigger screening alarms.
Safety and conduct note: meeting rules can be updated by Board policy or posted notice. Review the rules of conduct and public-participation policy before attending.
Rockdale County Schools 2026-2027 calendar dates
The RCPS 2026-2027 school year calendar is the correct source for first day, last day, breaks, teacher work days, professional learning days, early release and weather make-up planning. The district also publishes a separate A/B calendar for students who need A-day/B-day scheduling.
| Date / range | Calendar item | What families should do |
|---|---|---|
| August 3, 2026 | First Day of School | School year is already active as of this update. |
| September 7, 2026 | Labor Day holiday | Schools closed; verify district office status if visiting. |
| October 5-9, 2026 | Fall Break | Schools closed; district office closure may differ by date. |
| October 30, 2026 | Independent Learning Day / Professional Learning Day | Check school instructions for student expectations. |
| November 11, 2026 | Teacher Work Day / Conference Day | Useful for conference planning; verify with the school. |
| November 23-27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break | Schools closed for the listed break. |
| December 18, 2026 | Early Release | Check elementary, middle and high school early-release times. |
| December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 | December Break | Schools closed; verify office hours before visiting. |
| January 4, 2027 | Teacher Work Day / Professional Learning Day | Students should follow the official calendar and school messages. |
| January 18, 2027 | MLK Day | Schools closed. |
| May 27, 2027 | Last Day of School | Confirm graduation and early-release details separately. |
Calendar decision checklist
Open the RCPS calendar hub and choose the current school-year calendar or A/B calendar instead of relying on screenshots or old PDFs.
Open official RCPS calendars →Use the dedicated A/B calendar for high-school schedule planning and course-day rotation.
Open official RCPS A/B calendar →Rockdale County Schools directory, school hours and correct school lookup
Rockdale County Public Schools serves local students through elementary, middle, high and non-traditional schools. Use the district school directory for official school websites, phone numbers and addresses, and use the transportation/zone tool for address-based school assignment.
| School level | Regular student day | Early-release day |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Schools | 7:35 a.m. – 2:10 p.m. | 7:35 a.m. – 11:35 a.m. |
| Middle Schools | 8:45 a.m. – 3:55 p.m. | 8:45 a.m. – 1:35 p.m. |
| High Schools | 8:05 a.m. – 3:05 p.m. | 8:05 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. |
| Non-Traditional Schools | Check with the school. | Check with the school. |
Non-traditional RCPS school options listed by the district
Programs and campuses
RCPS lists Alpha Academy, Rockdale Career Academy, Rockdale Open Campus, Rockdale Virtual Campus, and Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology among non-traditional options.
Do not assume standard hours
Non-traditional programs may follow different schedule details, application rules, transportation routes or grade eligibility. Confirm with the program page.
Open the official RCPS schools page, then choose the elementary, middle, high or non-traditional school.
Open official Rockdale County Schools directory →How to find your Rockdale County assigned school and bus route
For address-based questions, the fastest path is the RCPS Transportation page. RCPS says transportation is provided for students within the attendance zone in which they live, and students are required to walk no farther than three-tenths of a mile to reach a bus stop.
Open the Transportation page
Use the official RCPS transportation page, not a third-party route screenshot.
Use the address search
Click the district-linked “Find Your Bus Route & Assigned School” tool and enter the home address carefully.
Check both school zone and bus route
The same tool is used for school assignment and transportation planning, but special programs may follow different rules.
Contact Transportation if the route looks wrong
RCPS lists Transportation main office help at 770-860-4250.
Moving inside Rockdale County? A school-zone change is not only a bus issue. You may also need an address change in Infinite Campus and updated proof of residency.
Open the official transportation page and use the district-linked search tool.
Open RCPS Transportation and school-zone help →Rockdale County Schools registration, documents and address changes
RCPS states that student registration is online. New families should start from the official Student Registration page, then use the required documents list before submitting. Families moving within Rockdale County should update the address through Infinite Campus Parent Portal and submit current proof of residency; the district states that address-change requests sent by email are not accepted.
Find the zoned school first
Use the transportation/school-zone search before starting registration so the application routes correctly.
Open official RCPS registration
Use the district registration page for online registration, Pre-K information, home-study participation information and Specialty/Choice references.
Prepare required documents
Registration cannot begin without current proof of residency. Document names should match the child’s birth certificate when applicable.
Upload or submit the correct records
For grades 9-12, the required-documents page references transcripts. For grades 4-12, it references discipline records. Missing records can delay enrollment and placement.
Use Parent Portal for address changes
If already enrolled and moving within Rockdale County, submit the change through Infinite Campus Parent Portal with two current proofs of residency.
Required-document checklist families commonly need
Georgia Pre-K: RCPS states that children who will be 4 years old by September 1 in the school year are eligible to register for the RCPS Georgia Pre-K lottery. Use the official Pre-K page for the current lottery link and deadline.
Open the RCPS Student Registration page and follow the current online registration instructions.
Open official RCPS Student Registration →Use the official required-documents page before uploading files or visiting a school office.
Open RCPS required registration documents →Infinite Campus Parent Portal, annual updates and tech help
Rockdale County Public Schools uses Infinite Campus Parent Portal for grades, report cards, attendance, contact information, annual student updates and school forms. Returning parents were instructed to complete the 2026-27 Annual Update in Infinite Campus so students are not delayed in accessing school devices.
Returning parents
Log in to Infinite Campus Parent Portal, then use “More” and “Annual Student Updates” for annual forms and information updates.
New parents
RCPS says new account setup requires a desktop or laptop computer and needs the child’s birthdate and student ID.
Rising 7th grade note: RCPS states that parents of rising 7th grade students need to upload two proofs of residency with the Annual Update: one lease/mortgage/tax document and one current utility bill or vehicle registration.
Open the RCPS Infinite Campus Parent Portal page for current login and setup instructions.
Open RCPS Infinite Campus Parent Portal help →Rockdale County Board of Education jobs and careers
Searches for “Rockdale County Board of Education jobs” usually mean employment with Rockdale County Public Schools. RCPS separates employment resources into careers/staff, certified vacancies, classified vacancies, substitute teaching, salary schedules, benefits and recruiting/job fair pages.
| Job intent | Best official route | Important note |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher / certified role | Certified vacancies page and Frontline application system. | Use this route if you hold or will obtain an educator certificate. |
| Paraprofessional, food service, transportation or support role | Classified vacancies page and RCPS careers resources. | Classified applicants may need background check and fingerprinting steps. |
| Substitute teaching | Substitute Teaching page from RCPS careers/staff. | Follow the district-linked vendor or application process if provided. |
| Salary / benefits research | Salary Schedules and Employee Benefits from careers/staff. | Do not rely on old PDF screenshots or third-party salary estimates. |
E-Verify: RCPS states it participates in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify and uses it for employment eligibility verification for employees hired on or after December 9, 2009.
Start with RCPS Careers & Staff, then choose certified vacancies, classified vacancies, substitute teaching, salary schedules or benefits.
Open RCPS Careers & Staff →Use the district certified vacancies page for the current Frontline application link and hiring notes.
Open RCPS Certified Positions →Rockdale County Department of Education vs Rockdale County Public Schools
Many people search “Rockdale County Department of Education,” but the local public-school system uses the name Rockdale County Public Schools. The Board of Education governs the local district, while RCPS departments handle day-to-day services. The Georgia Department of Education is a separate state-level agency.
| Search result / phrase | Correct meaning | Use this for |
|---|---|---|
| Rockdale County Board of Education | Local school board for Rockdale County Public Schools. | Board meetings, agendas, policies, members and governance. |
| Rockdale County Public Schools | The school district / public-school system. | Calendars, registration, schools, transportation, jobs and parent portals. |
| Rockdale County departments | RCPS divisions such as Leadership and Learning, HR, Community Impact, Operational Services, Technology and Financial Services. | Routing questions to the correct district office. |
| Georgia Department of Education | State-level education agency, not the local Rockdale school board. | State policy, state board, statewide reports and Georgia education rules. |
Open the district departments page and choose the division connected to your issue.
Open RCPS Departments →Student records, transcripts, diplomas and open records
Do not send every records request to the Board office. RCPS separates student records from open records. Student transcripts and diplomas follow school or alumni transcript routes, while public records requests go to the district’s open records contact.
| Need | Correct route | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Current student transcript | School counseling office. | RCPS directs currently enrolled students to the school counseling office for official transcript help. |
| Former student / alumni transcript | RCPS transcripts and diplomas page; Parchment may be used for some requests. | Use the official district page before paying any third-party record service. |
| Open records request | Written request to the district’s open records contact. | RCPS says student records requests differ from open records requests. |
| Board agenda or minutes | Board agenda / eBoardSolutions page. | Use Board documents for governance records, not the student-record process. |
Open the RCPS transcript page and follow the route for current student, former student or diploma petition help.
Open RCPS Transcripts and Diplomas →Use the district’s open records page for written request instructions.
Open RCPS Open Records Requests →Rockdale County Board of Education reviews and photos: how to use them safely
People often search for Rockdale County Board of Education reviews or photos before attending a meeting, applying for a job, visiting the office or confirming whether they found the correct public-school district. Reviews and photos can help with orientation, but they should not replace official RCPS pages.
Reviews
Third-party reviews may describe individual experiences, but they are not official policy, office-hour confirmation, enrollment guidance or Board action.
Photos
Use official RCPS news posts, school pages and district social channels for current public photos, Board recognition posts and school-event imagery.
Verification
For dates, members, jobs, policies, agenda items and forms, use official RCPS or eBoardSolutions pages rather than image captions or review snippets.
No fake ratings: this article does not publish star ratings, fake reviews or aggregate review schema. Public-school district information should be verified through official sources.
Quick fixes for common Rockdale County Board of Education search problems
| Problem | Possible reason | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Two different Board meeting dates appear online | Search snippets, cached pages or old PDFs may show outdated dates. | Use the live RCPS Board meeting schedule and eBoardSolutions agenda page. |
| Address shows different ZIP codes | Some meeting text may use a different Conyers ZIP label, while the RCPS footer lists 30012. | Use 960 Pine Street NE and confirm with RCPS or maps before traveling. |
| Board member names look different | Board rosters can change and school-site mirrors may retain older posts. | Check the official eBoardSolutions member page through the RCPS Board page. |
| Bus route search does not match your address | Address entry, new subdivision data, special program routing or a move may affect results. | Contact RCPS Transportation at 770-860-4250. |
| Enrollment is delayed | Missing proof of residency, transcript, discipline record, immunization form or custody documentation. | Use the official required-documents page and contact the registration/school office. |
| Parent Portal login does not work | New-account setup, student ID issue or annual update problem. | Contact the school front desk, Intel/DLS or RCPS helpdesk at 770-860-4259. |
| Job application status is unclear | Frontline applications, certified/classified roles and HR review steps are separate. | Use the official careers page and include the name used, job applied for and approximate submission date when contacting HR. |
Official Rockdale County Public Schools links to verify before action
Use these official links for final confirmation. BoardofEducations.org is an independent guide and should not be treated as the official district website.
Main district website for alerts, schools, calendars, departments and parent resources.
Open rockdaleschools.org →Start here for Board overview, member links, meeting information, policies and Board resources.
Open Board page →Verify work session and regular session dates before attending.
Open meeting schedule →Use eBoardSolutions for meeting listings, agenda items and Board documents.
Open agenda system →Use for 2026-27 school calendar, holidays, breaks and district events.
Open calendars →Use for online registration, Pre-K, enrollment FAQ and address-change direction.
Open registration →Use for school attendance zone and bus route search.
Open transportation →Use for certified, classified, substitute, salary schedule and employee resources.
Open careers →Rockdale County Board of Education FAQs
What is the Rockdale County Board of Education phone number?
The main Rockdale County Public Schools phone number listed by the district is 770-483-4713. Use this number for general district routing, then ask for the specific department if your issue is registration, transportation, records, jobs or Board meeting help.
Where is the Rockdale County Board of Education office?
The RCPS Administrative Office Complex is listed at 960 Pine Street NE, Conyers, GA 30012. Board meetings are typically held in the RCPS Board Room at the same Administrative Office Complex, but always verify the posted meeting notice before traveling.
Who are the Rockdale County Board of Education members?
Recent official RCPS materials identify the Board members as Sandra Jackson-Lett, Janie Jones, Tonya Bloodworth, Pam or Pamela Brown, Larry Cox, Heather Duncan and Akita Parmer. Because Board rosters can change, confirm names and roles through the official Board member biography link from the RCPS Board page before formal contact.
When does the Rockdale County Board of Education meet?
RCPS states that work sessions normally begin at 6:00 p.m. and regular sessions normally begin at 7:00 p.m. The usual pattern is a second-Thursday work session and third-Thursday regular session, but the official 2026 schedule includes exceptions, so check the live meeting schedule.
When is the next Rockdale County Board meeting after September 1, 2026?
The next listed work session after this update is September 10, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., and the next listed regular session is September 17, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Confirm the live meeting notice before attending.
How do I speak at a Rockdale County Board meeting?
For regular meetings, RCPS uses an in-person Request to Comment Card process. The listed window is 5:30 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. for a Regular Work Session and 6:30 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. for a Regular Session. Comments should be brief, about three minutes, and should not be used to criticize school personnel publicly.
Where can I find the Rockdale County Schools calendar?
Use the official RCPS Calendars page at rockdaleschools.org/calendars. For 2026-27, the first day of school is listed as August 3, 2026 and the last day is May 27, 2027. Use the separate A/B calendar only when a student’s schedule requires A-day/B-day rotation.
How do I find my Rockdale County assigned school or bus route?
Use the RCPS Transportation page and the district-linked “Find Your Bus Route & Assigned School” address search. If the result appears wrong or incomplete, contact RCPS Transportation at 770-860-4250.
Where do I apply for Rockdale County Board of Education jobs?
Start with the RCPS Careers & Staff page. Teacher and other certified roles use the certified vacancies route, while classified roles, substitute teaching, salary schedules and benefits have separate official links.
Is Rockdale County Department of Education the same as Rockdale County Public Schools?
For local school services, the correct public-school district name is Rockdale County Public Schools. The Rockdale County Board of Education is the local governing board for RCPS. The Georgia Department of Education is separate and handles state-level education matters.
Before you call, visit or submit a form
Best next step: open the official RCPS page connected to your task, verify the current date or instruction, and then contact the correct department instead of calling the Board office for every issue.