Cobb grand jury echoes concerns about school board

The next time Cobb school board members makes changes to the school calendar it should provide at least a one-year notice of its intentions to allow for a smooth transition.

The latest installment of a county grand jury made the recommendation in its presentments, released Thursday. The panel also looked into public concerns about the board’s leadership, including ongoing divisiveness between members and meetings some members had with a superintendent candidate.

Board members are now working with an outside consultant on proper board etiquette.