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>> long before the Romans were inventing clocks and calendars. They were trying to figure out how to govern themselves at first wrong was founded as a monarchy with she Wolf. Boy, King Romulus. Then after a couple of 100 years, it became a republic. But at the climax of human history, the government of Rome became a monarchy once again in the form of an empire ruled by a >> Welcome to the school district of Manatee County, regular meeting for APRIL 4th 2026. This meeting is called to order exactly 10:00am we start by reading our district vision and this time around MR. Kennedy, if you I forgot Yes. >> Chair a special start here. The school district Manatee County will be an exemplary student focus school system that develops lifelong learners to be globally competitive. If you could, please join me for a of the moment of silence to start the meeting. Thank you. Thank you, everyone. I'm sure that you thank you so much for MR. Kennedy. >> And as typical restart our meetings also Pledge of Allegiance. And we do that with a veteran and I turn that over confront Thank you. MADAM Chair. It >> Today we are honored to recognize and welcome United States Air Force veteran Kevin Al. To lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance haven't served 20 years in the U.S. Air Force and earn the rank of technical sergeant. He was stationed at Travis right hat and Tyndall air bases. He was also deployed twice for Operation Southern Watch during his military service. Kevin earns the Air Force Commendation Medal with 2 oakleaf clusters, an achievement medal with 3 oak leaf clusters today. Kevin continues his public service and the finance Department. And we are so grateful for him to be a team member. Please join me in thanking MISTER Fenn. Now for his service to our nation and our organization and welcoming him to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. >> I pledge allegiance to the flag and United States of America and to the Republic for which stands. One nation under GOD, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Maybe >> Thank you so much for your service sent This is a get Trump on home members. You think you said, thank you very much. >> Thank you. I think that's such a nice touch for a board meetings have that opportunity. Grateful for those who have served in our in country and now in our district. Item, number 5 approval of agenda chairs, founder Pasta manage ended include all items under Jen Amendments on AUGUST 4th 2026. An updated JULY. 31st. 2026 and again on Aug MISTER 2026. Presentations. That re updated were item. Number 9.1 We added a writer too 9.1 We a website. 10.4 We added a writer to the contractor Centerstone and 14.3 We added to restore do so. Those are the items that we amended looking for, a motion to accept agenda as amended, so moved second. MR. Khan, a day was the MISTER Cho was the second. There anyone to speak? Don't see anyone. And that will pass. With a 5 to 0 early rating on. Thank you, It's just not clicking. All right. We'll get there. Thank you for that. Item. Number 6 is approval of the minutes. Superintendent. The superintendent recommends approval of the minutes of the 7/14/2026, school board workshop. So moved all second. Motion by MISTER Kennedy. Second by Felt then. I do see any members led up to speak. And that will pass 5 to 0. That takes us on to one of our favorite parts of our meeting item number 7, students celebration as Carson. In morning Chair Vice Chair school board member superintendent was. >> We have the privilege today of recognizing outstanding individuals and teams work continues to generate positive momentum throughout our school district. Starting off. Our first recognition today is for an educator who never misses a beat. And when it comes to creating opportunities for students. MR. Clift often the director of bands for Braden River High School and our school districts. Many counties educator of the year was recently recognized at the statewide level by the Florida Department Education. >> He received the concert Florida education foundations, prestigious. Invested Excellence Award, which is presented in partnership with the Florida Power Light Company, along with distinguished honor. He received a 2000 award recognizing his outstanding contributions to education. At this time, I'd like to invite MR. Dawson of here for recognition. Michael Oh, my gosh. Well, I didn't come here, but I want to say. >> Thank you and appreciate your being here. And you're sneaky of other way for those of you that know it was actually kind of funny that night when that was happening had no idea it was occurring. My wife was sitting next to me and I see her and Doctor Breslin kind of have a little chat. My wife takes out her phone with a pitch with the camera. Like what's going on? And then this all happened so unexpected completely so but a high honor and a high word. >> And on behalf of myself, I wanted to say thank you for supporting education. This I was just telling one of my vice principal there today and on behalf of administration. Thank you for being here today. It is kind of like a meant to be moment for you don't know this. But in that picture right there, which has been hanging up here for a while to picture from the 2017 River High School marching bands are performing and I'm actually in that picture. Here with my band from. I was Pinellas County the time and I brought my my program sitting just behind his left hip and white shirt. I brought my here and I was watching that Van member. The first time was in results like second. I was that that's so it's actually meant to be. But I come back. Re engaged and refreshed after having attended the teacher lead conference and I'm ready to speak on behalf of all teachers in the county to what I can to help. Bolster and reinforce recruitment and retention in this county and make sure that means the county continues to be on the 4 trajectory in leading the state and and what we do. So thank you again for the recognition and I look forward to serving as a as a voice. Thank you. Wonderful. >> awesome before before you go. I did lean over to his wife and said you might want to on out. She fire just get your phone as I ahead of time that you are being recognized for the Florida consortium and it cannot be understated. What a huge award this is. I mean, you have a ballroom filled with probably 800 people and only a handful of teachers in the state recognized in our teacher was one of them for really what he does day in day out and runs a phenomenal program. I've had the pleasure of listening to his students play and it truly is a talent that you bring. And I'm so excited that you're willing to speak for teachers. You spoke with the new teacher orientation and it was felt by all of us in the room, the power of your words. So congratulations to you. And we're honored to have you working in our district did you want get Did first option to >> it >> I >> let's take >> Youtube continue little know this. Thanks just make sure chairs for >> news. >> Our next recognition highlights a team effort that deserves a standing ovation on its own few months ago. We were proud to share that our school district the statewide recognition for the stem and school choice showcases and just a few weeks ago, we learned that the same event received national recognition from the National School Public Relations Association. The stem School showcases we're so much more than event. It was a district cry effort bring together schools, departments, community Partners, families to showcase innovation, opportunity and student success. This award. That's a national award recognizes and puts a spotlight on the collaboration. Our school district at its finest, the success of this event demonstrate how seamlessly our teams can work together. And I'd like to take a moment. While I can't list every single individual that was involved, I would like to share a few names to highlight for recognition. I like to mention that a few of these individuals are unable to be here today because they are diligently already working, preparing for back to school. But we do have a photo of them if we can put that up now. Thank you. I'd like to acknowledge Len Johnston, Allison Nichols, Tiffany spradling and their teams. Also, individuals are here today. I'd like to ask them to come up for recognition. Lisa Taylor. My partner and Peak today. Sandra Marine Christy Kavanaugh and to Mark Clarke. Also, I want to provide recognition for the Donovan group. They have an incredible partners for us. And unfortunately, they were not able to be here today. So I like to have them come up and just be recognized for this national recognition. Think I was wondering where it was trying to play. This interesting that it's a small but mighty a war that we received compared of the state state or Florida goes way big. But this is the word that we received and we actually had Lisa Taylor and Chrissy Kavanaugh. I'm Kevin Seymour there at the National Conference to accept on our behalf of the school district. So like for them to have a photo, absolutely. >> It? Thank you. >> At this time I'd actually like to call up my partner. Think us Lisa so that she can bring to you our next recognition. Good morning. Morning. Learned is ready for that school gym. Let's go. Let's Sites. All right. This event is a true example of organization. Why teamwork employees from across the district community organizations. >> Volunteers and sponsors and local businesses all come together helping students and families start the school year strong. So these are some amazing photos from last year's back-to-school jam. We are protected or not protected. We do have over 1500 supply filled bags ready to go for the students at the back-to-school jam next. These are some of our marketing materials used that has been able to ensure that we are going to have at least 4,000 attendees at this year's back-to-school Our goal is to give every child a supply field. Look back. But while supplies last for those who attend, but we'll see how it goes. Next one. So this is a sponsor. Japan. >> Last year we had. There's. >> This year we have 22 sponsors raise $50,000 funds to support this event. We have 36 this just 36 threat about 39 community partners right now. That will be in attendance getting out other their spike items and school supplies. Also to those kids. And they will be a fireworks show at the very end. So we encourage everyone to stay the whole game. Have a free meal, hot chips and a drink and stay for the fireworks show. And then we just wanted to highlight some of our sponsors and community partners and thank them for their efforts. There's a quite a wide range of sponsors that have come together. Team effort for the sponsorships for sure and building this relationship so we can have for the evening of fun. Paid for by those individuals in the next one. Highlights a lot of those individuals. That's awesome. And then I just want to say thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and supporters. Families will receive thousands of backpacks and school supplies. >> Along with free admission free meals, free game tickets. This is truly a grand slam for students and families across County >> fun and just got to get the pun. And even when she's not up look forward to a great night at all see, guys >> Definitely absolutely committed Thank you so much. Alas, for car. If you could be to have a little promo. If Karl could go to the video. All right. There appears to be a technical issues with that back Thank you. That does conclude our recognitions for today. Thank you so much. Thank so much. Looking forward to being there. So is a fun-filled lots of kids, lots of lots activities going on with all the different sponsors that are there. Takes us to item number 8 and I do not have a list or anything on public comment. So we will move on to item number 9 presentations. And I'm guessing going do that MISTER Chapman. I'm guessing. >> Thank >> you. Board chair. We're blessed today joined by our partners. Great partners at the Manatee County government, especially commissioner manner. Ballard. >> And >> colleagues that I work closely with the government affairs office Brent Anderson and cross the Jones they're going to present on a new exciting program for our I'll give the microphone to the team behind me. So thank you so much. >> Good morning to spray as Superintendent Breslin and school board members. I'm Amanda Ballard County Commissioner for District 2. And I'm so excited to be here with you today to present a wonderful partnership between the county and the school district as well as some of our constitutional officers. So at model Manatee and is going to be a truly fantastic at partnership and local practical civics education program for 11th and 12th grade students here in Manatee County. So this is something that at some other counties in Florida are doing right now and it really gives an opportunity for kids to see. A hands-on perspective of what county government actually looks like and what it does. And I will say from my perspective, this is something that has an sorely lacking in education. I think often times kids Pretty good civics education it comes to federal government, even some state government. But really local government people are kind of left to figure it out on their own. At the college age are in their 20's. And this really gives the opportunity for us to. I encourage that civic engagement at the local level. How our young people to understand what local government does open up ideas for potential jobs in the future. And also to encourage civic groups, responsibility, engagement in our young people. So why why are we doing this? And I think I've already given a little bit of at. Of few reasons why why this is really fantastic opportunity. This is going to build the next generation of civic leaders for Manatee County and beyond. Frankly, because as I said, this is just not something that. As as a whole this country does well is help young people to understand what local government does I love the opportunity for young people to build those leadership skills. Those public speaking spent scales understand Robert's rules which a lot of had to learn on the fly once elected. So right, I think that this this really is going to provide so many amazing hands-on opportunities for for our students. I think I'm gonna turn it over to Brent. He's going to give us some of the nuts and bolts. Thank you, commissioner. It's hard to follow commissioner valor and not it. >> The is stronger. It and is as well she did. But try my best. So who can participate? This is is a question we've actually already started to receive. We did a Social post last week to already start getting the word out there. Any student who is fit finished 10th grain, whether they're in public school charter school, private school or home school at lives in Manatee County can participate. And so we opened it up to that. That white group of students said not exclude anyone who is interested in this program it's important to with this being the first year that we don't start carving out groups already. When we we don't know the level of interest that we're going to have. So we're excited to hear from all communities in all types of students in figure out where they can fit. How they get there is there's a website on this page and we have couple more slides. And when Crosley gets the application point, he'll mention it to. But to apply that go to my manatee dot org backslash model manatee. And they fill out. There's an application form online. They fill that out then they'll get an email with a couple extra documents that we need. One being a parent guardian signature. If they're under the age of 18 and in some short answer questions that tenant differentiate the students as we get to the selection process and things like that. Program experience. I wish this program existed when I was in high school. This sounds incredible. We really got the inspiration from Commissioner Ballard who who learned in knew that it was happening down in Charlotte County. And so we do then we've met with Charlotte County are kind of modeling it a little bit after theirs. But basically this program, the beginning is going to be educational. So it's going to like commissioner about that. What's Robert's rules of order? What is the county do? We're going to have one of our deputy county administrators there explaining all the different departments of the government. We're going to have someone from county, the county commission there to explain how the county commission works, what their job is like. I mean, do kind of a general process about board meetings function. That's day one day to the class is going to dive into all the constitutional. So we have all 5 constitutional offices are going to be coming there explaining what their job does. So even if we're not bringing if maybe we're not showing the next county commissioner what the opportunities are, but maybe they're going to find out maybe I want to be a sheriff or maybe I want to be a tax collector. You never So it's going to be a really educational process. And then we're going to start taking them to meetings were and taken to a county commission workshop taken to a county commission meeting. We're going to bring them to a school board meeting which real quick, Kevin has been incredible helping us at all the setups working with him on having them come here to school board, meeting it. One of the the big part about the program experienced who is all this great stuff we're doing that ends with being county commission. So we're gonna have 7 elected county commissioners from the class. We're going to each count constitutional hopefully as well come up and present and and basically see what it's like to make those big decisions. But in making the schedule to get there. One thing we we worked with the school board on to is making sure they're not missing, but on a whenever we're able to, we've actually scheduled them from 04:00pm later. So be after school. Some we obviously can't change. Like our commission meetings are 09:00am. So they're going to have to MISS Half days and things like that. But for the most part, whenever we're able to, we're able to schedule them after school, which I I have a question for So in the maac Commission session, are we asking for >> public commenters? So they like a week later, We have a long list of staff that has signed up to be public >> very much, very different. Probably, for example, is going to be county administrator. So we're going to try to have some of our younger staff be the more formal staff positions as well. >> And I think it's gonna be really great experience of sounds >> This is the program schedule. I kind of hit on a lot of this but this is kind of it visually going through ending with commission meeting and then a graduation for the graduation. As we kinda get closer to that will, of course, send out invites and stuff. If you all want to participate in things like that and the school board meeting obviously will be here. So we'd love your all's participation in and commission meeting. We don't we're still working out all who can kind of be invited and not. Sunshine laws do not have it is a public meeting. So we're working through a lot with that. But if we're able to invite you all, my child that MR. Curated to a question. >> Yet you mentioned if you wait to the end, I'm sorry, but your mom and husband since we're here >> how many students are you looking for? Did you meant to say that? >> So we have it. But 12 gets us to 7 commissioners and all the constitutional If we have a lot of interest and maybe we have 17 really great candidates. >> We're not going to >> send anyone away a 3rd off. We we actually have a running list of additional positions. We can have them to participate and that knocked Commission meeting now, we get like 50 individual arrested, we might have to kind selected down a little bit. But our goal to hit well, any for a little over that that could be really great. Awesome. >> And then just last thing, app will like it. Maybe ahead of that slide deck. But applications section. And that's where thing I definitely think leadership means junior leadership means he is definitely one to reach out to. Obviously they're they're getting applicants and maybe cross, you know, the students across the doing both leadership, me tea. And just suggestion. That's a great idea. Thank you. But I'm now going send it over to cross >> So here we have on 2 of our sample agendas from 2 of our meetings, the first one on the left is for second meeting. I'm hearing from the constitutional Those that are listed are those that have confirmed they will be there to speak. So obviously having Sheriff Wells Cullen, and supervisor Farrington and then the others will be great to hear from. And on the right is the broader agenda for Commission meeting. We're still ironing out the full agenda that they'll be working off of. But as you can see, we're going to get a crash course in Robert's rules and parliamentary procedure right before and then we'll have the commission meeting. Go for about an hour and a half from 5 to 6.30 But unlike typical time for commission meetings, 2 hour meeting give >> Touching. I'm glad you brought up applications so applications they open AUGUST 10th at 08:00am and they close the following Friday, AUGUST, 21st at 03:00pm. The website is my Manatee Dot Org slash model manatee. The application as long as other documents. The eligibility and all related information is also on that website selection criteria includes complete application so that form they fill out online as well as the supplemental box. The parent, guardian release form the teacher administrator letter recommendation in short answer questions we'll gauge their interest in civic engagement. We're also looking for a broader representation of Manatee County. We want to get as many perspectives and ideas included as we can. And we just wanted to thank you all. We want to thank Kevin Chapman and Sharon Scarbrough for their partnership. They've been instrumental helping us on your and getting the word out. Getting it organized together, we're investing in the next generation of informed engaged in community minded leaders. And we thank you for your partnership. Happy to answer any other questions. >> Okay. I have missed Felton. Good morning. I'm very excited about Going high school. You're going to get some great kids. Just the questions that they ask and the things that they want to know about how things work. Is they're great? They just have one of questions and some are looking forward to Your answer, my question about number of students ish, which is great when with regards to school board meetings, also looking at having them come to one of our workshops where we do a lot hashing out of what policies we want to do and so it's just a thought if you're able to fit that in. Because there's a whole lot of discussion and debate that we go into with some of topics. That they might find really interesting when they could, particularly it comes down to. Why does the school board make us do this all comes to meeting and see how we figure that out. So that's an idea to throw out there. And then I haven't brought it to the board. So, hey, I'm bringing this to the I would really, really, really love to have a student school board member. Maybe on a rotating basis. So, you know, this might be a good way to spark some interest in that. You know, if you have students that are like, hey, I really want to really want to thank the school board and help make no comment. Make comments from a student perspective. DR. Reza Live talked about it a couple times, but just haven't had a chance to bring everybody this is an idea that I would really like to do. There's districts all over the state do. It works really well. They have kids that rotate through. >> This might be a good way to garner some interest in that. Absolutely. Thanks. MR. Heydon. >> Morning commissioner gentleman program like to see more collaboration between the school system in the county in other ways, too. So it's just keep this going. That's all I have to say. Thanks for >> MR. Thank Yeah. Same rights. Collaboration the school Board Commission. We've. To be frank, we've kind of falling often are collaboration, Zinni, joint meeting, some really glad that you're commission bell that you're bringing this to us so we strengthen those spots between our 2 agencies. But, yeah, I mean, former high school teacher. I talk government and kids. You're gonna get a lot more than 17 kids. Yeah. That's what think. So, yeah, you're ready you have to make some tough decisions. I'm sure. You know, and this as you're presenting, I'm just thinking through this and for model meeting NOVEMBER. I mean, these kids are going to jump into whatever the issues of that they are. So I really think like I'm looking at the time like I'm not sure like these kids are really going to get into it. And like is an hour and half to be enough time themselves. So anyway, just I'm really looking forward to if you need me, I'll happy to take part. I'm sure we all want to minds ahead of PRESIDENT. Thanks for bringing to us. >> Yeah, I'm I'm immensely excited about this. And I would I frankly would love to see this expanded to the point that, you know, most 11th in park creators could participate because I do think it's so important, but obviously we can't get out over our skis. This is the first time we've got to keep it at a manageable number. But I I think it's going to be extremely well with received and super super valuable for the students as well as for >> And all the final word, I guess here one. Superintendent Warren, the students are out of place and attending these events. Will they still get credit for maybe this summit last year? Know, when they missed class would be just like any field trip experience and they would field trip follow the procedures and it wouldn't. And it is a learning experience. And we encourage, as we encourages extension activities. >> Okay. >> Secondly, to all of you, I just spoke about mentoring yesterday about mentoring with. Manufacturers, our government agencies that sheriff the county hospitals, if somebody wants to go and medical field. Our high school students is the future. Pull them out, take them to map if they want to be a phlebotomist taken to a lab, let them learn what that practice is that you're going to be wearing gloves from the moment you walk moment you walk out and manufacturing. Was a high school man chart. And in in our plant, we had mentors and different departments we working in office with administrative. We have been working on the floor and production. We had them in logistics and we and maintenance with me. So. Some state some went on to do other on actually went on to be a very productive and talented jeweler because of some of the things that he learned and working with medals in the maintenance department. So I think this could be expanded beyond government. It could go on to city. You know, with the mayors and with police chiefs as well because it's going to give them an inside how things operate beyond that classroom. So I think this is wonderful. I'm looking forward to seeing how many kids do sign up for this. I think that's going to be a lot more than think. So it might come down. I don't know if it's going to be. Principal recommendations or just anybody can still apply. I don't know, can't do present recognition because he's open to even. Private and homeschool or so. You're going to have very hard time here? I think so. I think sunlight more the merrier. But we can accommodate, you know, 500 up to same time. So. It's all going to be wonderful. I not. I'm glad you're bringing this forward and I think fight conversation before about mentoring and this another layer. Yeah, that that we're going to bring to our community. So I thank you all for taking the time to do this. I know it's going to be a challenge logistically and scheduling and all that. But I think you're going to have a lot of turnout and and chair spray when you brought up and then touring and kind of internships aspect, I I did want to add that this >> Do you add internship program through the county every summer? Typically that's been open only to college students this year for the first time we actually did a pilot program with high school students and it was actually an immensely successful. And so I and pushing really hard to have that expanded for next summer so that we can really include a lot more of our high school students, get them involved in departments within the county, help them to understand what opportunities are really available in local government and I will say that the departments that work these high school students. We're very pleasantly surprised at the quality in turns that they had. And I think departments will be really excited to take more on next summer. Uk. And I mark concert then I am a I yes, you Thank you, commissioner, valid and thank you both for putting this together and presenting at for our students and all the students in this district. >> We learn as much from our students is as they learn from us. And they're really just value to have when you add their voice to any conversation. So we're just very grateful for your partnership Real quick up tight. I'm assuming we're helping. Get the word out there. Absolutely. Here in the in the room and has been already working toward that awesome. >> I know we don't do a lot of robo calls and stuff. So. We could potentially do some probable cause. >> As have a few going out soon. >> And I'm sure the counties putting out a lot of him from He added to Facebook. Thank you all very much for coming. Thank you for participating and partnering School District Manatee I think things are going well and they're just going to go up from here. So thank you so much for taking time happen. And all of our staff, thank you as well. Appreciate you. >> And be reset item number 10. Item number 10 is consent items superintendent, the superintendent recommends approval of the consent agenda for their school board meeting AUGUST for 2026. >> a motion by MISTER Cho and a second by MISTER Kennedy. Before the consent item. Number 10. I don't see board members requesting to speak. And that passes 5 to 0. Still don't have anyone signed up for public comment for any other items. On to item number 12 new business, which there are none. And we are on item 13. Superintendent. Yes, ma'am. >> The superintendent recommends proclamations for the 2026 2027 school year and MR. Chapman is up. Want to hear any additional details on that. But this has been a conversation that we've had with the board on a few occasions. MR. CHAIRMAN, do you want to come up? Explain, >> We're We school board discussed propositions. Reason shot. You decided that the best. >> To put all of. >> Next year's proclamations. >> this board meeting so that they get approved before the school year starts. >> So these are historically the proclamations that the school board has approved and they are they should be in timeline And so I know board member Kennedy had a few edits on the Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation see those that it's in there. That's coming up here starting on SEPTEMBER 15th. So we'll have a nice celebration of that per our educators. State education standards will have that at our your SEPTEMBER board meeting and time to for that celebration. And then we'll put them the board of changes as such red Women Red Ribbon Week, Holocaust Education Week, Black History Month and Farm City Week. So those are the historical proclamations. So seeing from you or are those for the 26 27 school year? Film? I just want to thank you very much for putting all of this together. Obviously, this is something I have been. Bringing up frequently since. >> FEBRUARY of 25. And I'm glad that the board is generally in consensus on this and this is going to go forward that means a lot to me. And so want to thank you for all your work on that and thank the board for a green to go forward. >> I don't see any other board members. Requesting to speak. So I will look for the motion some second. I have a motion by MISTER Cho and a second by MISTER Kennedy. And that will pass. 41 with MISTER Tatum abstaining. Voted You'd better know it says of okay. Put the wrong main is it for one with MR. Tate and voting. Okay. That's fine. >> Item number takes us to item number 4 chain. Is now superintendent recommendation approved expense associated with the school board members attended greater floor of school boards, legislative meeting on SEPTEMBER 16th through 18th and Miami that will be made. I am going down to represent the board so board can enjoy the next So I am looking for motion item so moved. I will second. I have a motion by MISTER Kennedy. Second by MISS Felton with no speakers. Let up 2 board members led up to speak on that item. And that will pass 5 to 0. Thank you board on that item, 14, 2. Travel expenses for school board members who attended. 2026. Men Cheat Chamber of Commerce retreat. Not exceed 8600. Those are the other board members that it to enjoy that. And I do believe that a district great presentation along with other businesses here locally. It's a wait to interact with all of our partners that we're even listed in a presentation. Just had. So I'm looking for motion a second on that item. I will move second. Motion by Felton. A second by MISTER Kennedy. I have no board members requesting to speak on that item. That pass with a 5 year. I'm pretty sure I'm waiting on MR. Gave a quick everything. >> Well, most are his intent was guild aren't the last one that slow. It's ok and that passes. Just 0. Item. Number 3. I right through here. And it's for the Greater Florida consortium of school boards, annual membership dues. That was added once I got that invoice. And best business meeting, I'll be attending in Miami well. So looking for a motion to approve item. I will think I don't see members led up to comment. So we will go on with that vote and I can't remember what that Durham outlines. But 5,000 okay. And that will pass 5, 0, All right. Along here, there are no other public commenters that I've been made aware of. And we're going right into instructional update, adding just going to be a record, you know, sure there. Justin, deputy superintendent, thank you very much. Chair spray board members, Superintendent Bres >> Happy to be here with you on firework meeting before we begin back to school with students. As you know, our teachers are back in school this week engaging in professional learning, preparing their classrooms to receive students. This coming Monday. But, you know, also that for many of our teachers, the hard work has been happening all summer weather. It's been teaching summer school planning redesigning coursework for next year and engaging impression. A learning like we had last week last week we had our new teacher, new educator Conference going on Monday and Tuesday of last week we had 266 new teachers participating in that conference. It was a wonderful event. And then we also had our Wednesday Thursday or summer refresh conference all teachers throughout the district to engage in professional learning and had a record number of attendees, 989 teachers during those 2 days, a professional learning. So I just want thank all of the district teams that prepared depression, learning put on the event, Elsa Nichols to be struggling. Our curriculum teams, but really directors across departments. Most importantly, I want to thank our teachers for investing in themselves and investing in their students and putting in the extra time to support student learning. For high school updates. In addition to Veterans Elementary in Rye Ranch Elementary, which you MAY hear more about from MR. Clarke here in a second, which opened their doors to students next week range land highs under construction. Open in AUGUST of 2027 and is currently under construction. Surveys are going to go out to the range community this week to start getting insight and community feedback about creating their purpose statement as a school as well as establishing stern, the process to establish a mascot MR. Quest is hard at work, preparing our next high school and updates will be coming to on a regular basis on its progress. Also, our high school fall sports begin the second week of school with preseason games volleyball and football. And we'll be updating the District Athletic calendar on the website with all of our sports schedules. Coming soon. And we also ban camps while of this professional development was going. We saw students and their band camps going around campuses. They finished within the past 2 weeks and we're excited to see. They're amazing performances at halftime shows and in their competitions throughout the school year. I also had the pleasure, you know, preparing for the new school year isn't just a school district function. We have, as you know, an amazing amount of community support for families and our students in our schools. And I had the privilege on Saturday of attending the day of hope at First Baptist Church, Paul Meadow where we had. Just incredible support structure for families in that community greeting me at the door was Mayor West Pam on. He's the founder of these amazing events. And then I got to got to walk around the event with the principle of on entry. Billie Jo can tell really we got to the incredible amount of support. I mean, they had areas where families were getting medical checkups, dental checkups, haircuts, groceries, school supplies, gift cards to go back to school shopping and so much more. And in talking to the team there, they put on 17 events this year and more than 2300 students were served through these events. The churches in the community prepare students for back to school. So it was a really inspiring event. And I really appreciated the invitation to to come see the amazing work they're doing for our students and families. And finally, in closing, I just want to wish our students, families, teachers and school leaders. A wonderful first week of school. All of our district administrators spent the first day out at schools with our school leaders, teachers and students. And so I look forward to spending the first day of Pomp, uk with our first your principal Dr Taylor. There and her amazing team. So thank you very much. Awesome. Good things going on out there. Operations. At least MADAM Chair, Vice chair board members stuck to Breslin. Thank you for allowing me to share an update on operations. First off, just want to say. >> He's thank you to the operations teams and my colleagues teams and preparing our schools to receive students and staff. We're ready to go. And we're gonna highlight some of those accomplishments here in a second. First off the Bat h r. Has hired process and hired over 400 injured individuals. The since MAY 1st. So over for 400 hires. Benefits has processed over 9, 6, retirements. Almost 3,000 transfers have been processed for the county. And I think we're going to blow past 3,000 here in a little bit because we have operations job fair coming up, AUGUST 20 and that way, from 02:00pm to 05:00pm and in teacher in Paris on SEPTEMBER. 4th, 1.30 to 07:00pm at mtc. Wellness Update. This. We've hired our wellness coach, which missus, Amanda Brady. She has over 10 years experience a background includes group fitness instruction, Diabetes Prevention initiative in cancer recovery programs with the ymca. So excited about bringing her on to the teen. Food and nutrition services. Completed their summer program on JULY 31st. We served meals at over 70 locations. As you know, I think I mentioned that the last we've served over 227,000 meals this summer. So we kept the community fed, which is very important. Maintenance and operations at the top of the summer, talked about some of the major projects that we undertook painting. We've completed Ballard Miller, Palm View Elementary, Kate. And Braden River high. I think we just have to finish. The principal's office the last thing we got to do there. So that was just talk to him. I think it was public about or something like that. We completed Harley Nolan Miller of Johnson, Braden River, middle over 287,000 Square feet was replaced. Gotta message from the principal of Nolan couple weeks back. Want to me to come out to see is campus because we've done the floor finished the flooring there. Most times I get communicates for possible is a concern. So when I saw them, oh, my goodness must be something wrong. I went out walk, walk the site with him. I mean, he walked me through all these classrooms, the media gym. He was so excited. The floors look really, really good almost heat off of Not that I would. They were they look really nice and those floors. Those were the original Florida school built in 2004, 4. We hadn't done anything. So it was time. It's nice to know. They lasted that long as well. Almost 500,000 Square feet roofing. That was done Bayshore elementary goal that McNeil Palmetto High school. All of those I mentioned those sites because just want to emphasize, I think we do a great job of making sure we touch all the quadrants and our district. All right. We're out west with hidden schools. Miller was done. On the Were there? No Lynn? Parma, High School. So we're making sure servicing all of our areas. We're building new schools, but we're making sure we're not leaving our older schools behind Last thing is just an update on Rye ranch and veterans. The staff. Teachers moved in this past Saturday, had a chance to go out to those openings yesterday for the teachers and staff in those buildings are progressing really well. They'll in really good shape to finish and what pops listen. Each of those schools. So we're ready to go for our students on Monday. So thank you. Thank you so much. >> And we go >> No update today. No jury today, but that's a good That is a good thing. And superintendent, yes, ma'am, share sure >> thank you. Just want to echo again, MR. Clarke was just saying about all the preparedness that happened over the summer. I've heard from principals and usually when you hear from a prince among they're calling you about something or e-mailing you about something, it's something that there need a little help with that. In this case, they were complementing the work that happened over the summer. An addition to building 2 elementary schools. So the team has been busy and you heard this excess happening. Any instructional division and of course, last week with Missus, Sellers presentation what was happening at with finance and and the the positive state of the budget. And then MR. Chapman and his team's work not only being recognized nationally but the back-to-school jam. Other districts don't have this type of event kicking off the school year and handing out at this point over 1500 backpacks, MR. Chapman had Cabinet Stephen backpacks yesterday highs to get them already. And it's just really an exciting time. And the gears are all turning in the in the same direction. So don't forget about back to school bash. Absolutely. That will be great. We start Monday morning with the best waves got to greet the transportation team last week at Parish Community High School as they came back in. They had an 80's themed going on, but they are ready to escort our students safely to and from campus and then speaking to and from campus. Put information on our website and working through our executive directors and secondary and Jamie Carson as well on e-bikes and e-scooters. So parents, I'm a mother with a child with an e-scooter as well. You know where the h# # months it is. The law follow the safety rules. Talk to your students. Don't assume that they understand what the safety rules are in the rules of the road are have them practice with you. We want to make sure students get to campus safely and leave safely as well. It is always been the rule that when you arrive on a school campus that you walk, anything that's on wheels. And that continues to be the rule and through sidewalks as well. I'm just really want to be diligent about that. And for cars, it's school zones will be active next week. Buses will be moving when you see that arm raised stop for those school buses so we can keep all of our students safe and have a great year. It was great to hear from MISTER Dawson. I'm so pleas that he was recognized by the state. And I say the group today next. Excellent job and choosing him to represent our district last year. Those nominations for teachers will be going out soon for the next teacher of the year. We kick it off pretty soon after the start of the year to find the representative for each schools, the teachers can look for that and we can't wait to recognize additional teachers. On the first day of school. I'll be visiting Manatee High School. Sam U.S. That elementary, Great River, Middle school and write ranch. I've been able to pop into some celebrations we've had our schools. I was at Miller yesterday celebrating I was at Moody Elementary. They saw huge gains and the principles are ready working towards that next level of growth. And and then I'll be at Sam a set tomorrow night celebrating the huge victory that they have going on there and and the consent agenda. It short, it this week that we did approve many items of importance such as The Perkins Grant 21st Century Partnership with Big Brothers, Big Sisters. So thank you board for Your support of the consent item. Our next. Workshop come SEPTEMBER. First, we have a packed agenda for that workshop and you'll hear additional updates on range land. You heard the work about that. The surveying going out already to the school community to get their voice on important things such as mascot have, but also on SEPTEMBER. First, you'll hear and from the team about the renovations that Walker Bayshore High School that we're very excited about as well. And and then lastly, I just want to thank and develop. They're not going to enjoy this. But Daniel who have been running this meeting and doing all the work behind the scenes to be sure that our board meetings, workshops are ready with Laura being out. So thank you very much. Team year, you're such a support to keep us track. And we very much appreciate >> And that is think you thank you to front tonight. For comments will have show Felton Kennedy Tatum and then myself. >> Thanks >> great meeting. Thank you all for for meeting. Set up and and going today also want to think the staff Kevin Cheron for for the the program in Manatee County. I think it's going to be phenomenal. I really do. I think that's great that obviously we're taking the civics and being part of community to another level, not just teaching it, but obviously having program that they can learn from it as I can't believe it's already school like It's unbelievable, right. As with some teachers week and they're like, you kidding a going back tomorrow Monday. And so I can't believe it. I I did. Saw something from the city. Take a little safety thing away from MR. Tate, sure. But I up from the city posted yesterday from there police department showing the buses stopping and what to do. Hey, there's no media and you still got to stop, which I see all the time. Not stopping, just be aware parents out there, but also just normal public means beware that flashing lights will be back on come Monday morning. Cameras in the city will be back If you don't remember that you'll get to get reminded real and just obviously our students will be walking to and from. And so just be be excited about the New Year. These to be great. Obviously last year was was a great year for us. The district with our principals and teachers or staff, everybody. It will be possible. So thank you all very much out there. Congratulations to so the should meet. He just came out the new class deaths. This and Chrissy capital selected from the district. So but I didn't hear, but congratulations. Leadership means the alumni. It's great. You learn a lot and Thanks. Thank you. MR. Thank you I'll be brief felt and I'm so sorry. >> I'm going to go anywhere matter. You don't Okay, I'll be I'll be quick. No, I you know, a threat. I kind want to piggyback MR. Jensen was talking about you know, last meeting I. >> You know, want to recognize our employees who really make the success of this district. And today I want to kind of recognize the threat that is running through today, which is our business and nonprofit partners with 36 partners who are helping us out with the back-to-school jam including the county commission being here is to to be a partner. So I get just really to with today's meeting, really kind of brought home how? Integrated this entire county is in the success of the school district because, you know, with our nonprofit business partners, there's a lot of stuff in this district doesn't happen to the benefit of our students. I just want to take a moment to recognize that. And the superintendent MR. Johnson, thank you for highlighting that as well. So thank you. MADAM Chair. >> Good. Thank you. He's from. One. >> I just want to recognize all of the preparations that go on all summer long. People are like, oh, you're on summer break. Really the thing right? This is a 24 7 job. And the district is working. Everybody is working. So just want to thank everybody for all of your hard work. The prep for back to school. Teacher introductions. I was there for the beginning of the end MR. Dawson speech, which reminded me why I loved being a teacher and I teared up a little bit over to MISS The classroom. Now the new teacher training for all of that, that was great. The summary fresh. It's amazing that over 900 teachers signed up to participate keeping MR. Jensen to let me teach one of those classes because I really want to. And that administration, you know, spending days working to prepare. I know teachers started Remember, teacher start working on their prep for the following year. Mid. Okay. I've had 2 weeks off start thinking about minus next year in the classroom. And everyone who's done everything together, schools ready, custodians and construction and cafeteria staff and the bus drivers. And it's just there's so much goes into it. And I feel like people don't really realize how much preparation goes into preparing for a school year. Here's the kids go back on Monday, ok, by now that teachers are there now, the principal that they've been there. >> And getting everything ready to be perfect for your kids and I just really appreciate all that hard work from the district offices from the schools, from the other offices that we have around town, that that all work together to to pull this off every year. I don't know about the other former teachers on the board, but I'm having back-to-school dreams. Now where I have my classroom disarray and I don't have the proper attendance list and my textbooks are missing. Keep having to remind myself, Heather, don't have a classroom anymore. Still having those So I I remember the pressure. And rest assured to our district staff. I have 0 dot taking my blood borne pathogens training for the umpteenth year in a row. Anybody who works in the district does that is now the running gag for anyone who been doing this for more than 3 years to piggyback off of what some of the other folks have set up here, the I bring it up a lot. The community partnerships that we have. I am just in awe how. Well connected the district is with businesses and nonprofits and government agencies and regular folks out there in the world in our county who work so hard to bring about everything we need for this district. I got to visit. I also got to visit a day for hope and that was bring Baptist Church got to see walk around to get to the dental office. Is the vision the health care, the backpacks, the food. Mean, all of it. And all of these churches across the county do this for our kids who need school supplies that and and help get them the things they need. I got to visit connected manatee that that we have that Lincoln middle with turning points and all the services they offer there. Healthy teens. I think visited every summer program in the district this that between last summer and the summer, just to see all the things our teachers do in the summer. When they're they're supposed to be on vacation. You know, when they come in and they work with our kids and give them some really great experience that they don't have access to during the regular school year. All of this, all of these things. Can't we can't do them ourselves. We cannot provide all the services to our students ourselves. And so it's so important that we have these connections that we have these nonprofits that work with us and that kind of leads into my second thing is that I'm attending voter conference in Orlando AUGUST 28th and 29th and have been asked to be part of a panel discussion about the impacts of amendment 3 on schools. And if people think that schools will not be impacted, you are fooling yourself. Because all of these partnerships that we have they get funded through government funding are going to lose a lot of that funding. I know from my work on the Children Services Advisory board that we're going to have a massive cut and the amount of funding that we can give to the programs that come into our schools to support our students. And after school before school. At-home care. And so I'm going to be on a panel discussion about that. If anybody has questions about it out in the public, you're welcome to give me a call. I will be happy to discuss it with you. That's my little political soapbox for the day. But otherwise, I just wish everybody a great start to the year. Teachers take a deep breath. It'll be fine. You'll get through it and a count. And then everything will settle down. Just can't get to that 10 day count. That's it just hope everyone is great. Great year. So first of all, thank you. And then, you know, and move on to a different part of her >> That's good, though, Lisa. Recorded on tape so yes, that's good. >> As far safety tip goes, as the school year starts couple of years ago, I was talking to a principle this a few days before school started and she had some concerns about some construction that was going on around the school and some safety issues that were going on there. And I said, what do you is there a resolution of this? And she said, well, people are talking about but that's all that was happening. Right? So. I took that information to the superintendent and we were able to get a temporary solution. Her safety concern while the longer-term fix was in place. So the message there is that if you're a principal or somebody that sees a safety concern, if we don't know about it, we can help you with that. So don't hesitate to bringing to the attention of your executive director of your principal or community member to me and and what we don't know. We can't take care of. So that's my safety messages. See something, say something as we like to say. But there are a lot of traffic situations out there that we don't know about. This was one of them in a construction zone. Eventually we're able to get a deputy sheriff there to do some temporary traffic direction and tell construction progress to a point where it was safe or so you see something, say something goes along with what is a spray like to say and then let's see. We had high school summer graduation and that was a good thing. It was it was subdued and not as many people graduated this year in previous events that I've seen. So this, too, is a look at the first way is a plus have empty view, which says that, well, you know, not as many people graduated and but I don't look at it like that. I look at it as the glass. >> Full view and that more people are graduating on time. And our graduation rate went up. Look at that. Is that more people are graduating on time. We have fewer graduating and the summer. That's an overall good thing. But it was great ceremony, whether it's a, you know, 20 people or 200 people getting more students to graduate is a good thing. And but I think rather see him graduate on time. And the point is to get a graduations. So that's all I have to say about Your time. >> All right. Wonderful. That was one of my first things is saying thank you to the staff that southeast for hosting the summer graduation. It was a different set up. I loved the way it was set up this time. And, you know, we read go in full road and everything because it's that's probably one of the hardest things to do is try to graduate after everybody else has. But these students were persistent getting their credits and all things that they needed to walk across and get their diplomas. And it was a wonderful event. Now want to thank Miske our world. Lot of work on that as well. I attended a back-to-school thing for boys and Girls Club. First time learning how to do face painting the first wasn't so good. Last win was great. I guess I learned a little bit there, but it was a wonderful event with a lot of different. Same lot of same non profits. Were there handing out supplies backpacks to our students, from there. I went on to dating and the little Tommy's was having none of that to raise. Actually, the thing was to bring ramen noodles to that event hold back on the how they got them all out of there. But everybody brought that to that of that. And they do an awful lot during our school year for our students by handing out bags of food to take home for their weekend. Meals. And it was very well attended. And I just want to thank everybody attended that and participated. I want to say to the parents. It's time to back to the routine. Getting no students in bed on time, getting them up down time, getting them school on time. Every day counts. 180 days. Number one is Monday. Alright 180 days. Okay. Let's get them there every day that we possibly can not everybody's going to be per event. I remember bragging on perfect attendance when I was a student. Not perfect grades but perfect attendance. So parents. Do your part in the Indus, even to our new students. We get new students and I said this to We get new students every year. In every grade level. Some that have moved here. But we get new pre case. New first graders near 3rd graders and 12th graders. So getting that routine established on day one and working on that now on show Monday is going to be very, very beneficial to not only you as a family, but to assess the district and to the teachers, they have attendance sheets that the make sure all those students are there and middle schoolers. You're gonna get through it. Don't freak out. It's going to be fine. sure there's going to be a lot of staff there to show you how to go from place to place. And that's the biggest shift in a middle school going from class to class and you're going to be fine. Once you figure out like is not as hard she thought was going to Toure. High schoolers. This is your chance. Seniors is your last year. Let's make it one of the best years possible. And I want to thank everybody in the staff and superintendent for all the work that you have done, getting our schools ready. And Joe, the sorrows in a guardians that are going to be out there. Bus drivers. Got my little bus. I'm ready for ya. I always appreciate what they do. They're like I said they're the first person of student season last. Want to get off the bus. So we appreciate everything that they do. And to all of the operations. Drove around all were a lot of our schools during the
Page 1 Minutes August 4, 2026 School Board Meeting 10:00 AM Manatee County School District 215 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton, FL 34205 www.manateeschools.net Times Indicated Are Approximate 1) CALL TO ORDER Attendee Name Status Dr. Laurie Breslin, Superintendent Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services Willie Clark, Deputy Superintendent of Operations Kevin Chapman, Associate Superintendent Cindy Spray, Chair Richard Tatem, Vice-Chair Heather Felton, Board Member Charles Kennedy, Board Member Chad Choate, Board Member Stephen Dye, Board Attorney Present Chair Spray called the Meeting to order at 10:00 A.M. 2) READING OF THE DISTRICT VISION The District Vision was read by Board Member Kennedy. 3) INVOCATION Board Member Kennedy led a moment of silence. 4) VETERAN LED PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4.1 Veteran Led Pledge of Allegiance Superintendent Breslin introduced US Veteran, Kevin Fennell, to lead the district in the Pledge of Allegiance, and presented them with a US flag that was flown over the US Capital. 5) APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 5.1 Motion to Approve the Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Chad Choate AYES: Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Chad Choate
Page 2 The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Friday July 31, 2026, to add agenda item 14.3 - Approval of the Florida School Board Association (FSBA) Annual Membership Dues (General Fund) to New Business (No Superintendent Recommendation) and to add Presentation Model Manatee to Reports and Presentation item Model Manatee Presentation by the Manatee County Government. Agenda amended Monday, August 3, 2026, to add Rider to agenda item 10.4 Approval to Purchase Mental Health Services through Centerstone, SDMC No. 27-0056-KM, Not to Exceed $320,000.00 (General Fund) and edit Presentation Model Manatee in Reports and Presentation item Model Manatee Presentation by the Manatee County Government. 6) APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 6.1 Approval of the Minutes of July 14, 2026, School Board Workshop RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Chad Choate 7) CELEBRATIONS / RECOGNITIONS 7.1 2027 Invested in Excellence Award Recipient The District recognized Mr. Cliff Dawson, Director of Bands at Braden River High School and Manatee County’s Educator of the Year, for receiving the state “Invested in Excellence” award from the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations. Mr. Dawson expressed gratitude for the recognition. 7.2 School District of Manatee County Recognized by the National School Public Relations Association The School District’s STEM and School Choice Showcases were recognized nationally by the National School Public Relations Association for excellence in collaboration and community engagement. Key staff members were recognized by Jamie Carson, Director of Communications. The award was accepted by Lisa Taylor and Chrissy Kavanaugh on behalf of the District. 7.3 Back to School Jam Ms. Lisa Taylor provided an overview of the upcoming Back-to-School Jam. 8) PUBLIC COMMENT 9) REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 9.1 Model Manatee Presentation by Manatee County Government Mr. Kevin Chapman, Associate Superintendent, introduced the following presenters from the Manatee County Government. In attendance to educate the district on its new Model Manatee Program were Commissioner Amanda Ballard, Mr. Brent Anderson, and Mr. Rodney Jones. Included in the presentation were the following topics. Model Manatee Program • Program Vision – Mission and Purpose
Page 3 • Why Model Manatee? • Who Can Participate • Program Experience • Programming Schedule • Sample Agendas • Application and Selection • School District Partnership • Questions The Board asked questions and thanked the County for the collaboration regarding the program and stated their support 10) CONSENT ITEMS 10.1 Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chad Choate SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Chad Choate 10.1. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) 10.2. Approval of the Revised Job Description of Administrator, Payroll to Associate Director, Payroll (No Financial Impact) 10.3. Approval of the 2026-2027 Uniform Statewide Assessment Calendar (No Financial Impact) 10.4. Approval to Purchase Mental Health Services through Centerstone, SDMC No. 27-0056- KM, Not to Exceed $320,000.00 (General Fund) updated 8/3/26 10.5. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the 2026-2027 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, K-12 Entitlement, in the Amount of $12,966,675.00 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 10.6. Approval to Apply, Accept, and Expend the Perkins V Postsecondary Grant for the 2026- 2027 School Year in the Amount of $211,382 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 10.7. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Nita M. Lowery 21st Century Community Learning Centers STARS Grant for Ballard and Samoset Elementary Schools Request for Application, Effective August 2026 - July 2027, in the Amount of $350,870.00 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 10.8. Approval of the Agreement between Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast and the School District of Manatee County (No Financial Impact)
Page 4 10.9. Approval of the Renewal and Revision of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement Between Manasota Air Conditioning Contractors, Inc. and the School Board of Manatee County Through Manatee Technical College (MTC) (Workforce Funding) 10.10. Approval of the Bid on Lift Stations and Grease Trap Services, SDMC No. 27-0028-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $200,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 10.11. Approval of the Bid on Electrical Services, SDMC No. 27-0034-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $1,300,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 10.12. Approval of the Bid on Charter Bus Services, SDMC No. 27-0035-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $1,000,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 10.13. Approval to Purchase Renewal for (2) Evolv Express Single Lane Units, SDMC No. 23- 0051-RG, Estimated in the Amount of $45,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 10.14. Approval of Palmetto High School Partial Replacement Change Order 3 Final Agreement Between Owner and Gilbane Building Company, Decrease in the Amount of $753,454.10 (Capital Funds) 10.15. Approval to Use the Sourcewell Request for Proposal on Automobiles, SUVs, Vans and Light Trucks with Related Equipment and Accessories, SDMC No. 27-0050-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $500,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds) 10.16. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Tangible Personal Property Greater than $5,000.00 (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund and Special Revenue-Food Service Fund) 11) PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 12) NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 13) NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT) 13.1 Motion to Approve Proclamations for the 2026-2027 School Year RESULT: Adopted [4-1] MOVER: Chad Choate SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: NAYS: Cindy Spray, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Chad Choate Richard Tatem The Board discussed the list of proposed Proclamations for the 2026-2027 School Year to include: • Hispanic Heritage Month • Red Ribbon Week • Holocaust Education Week • Black History Month • Farm City Week
Page 5 14) NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMENDATION) 14.1 Motion to Approve Travel Expenses Associated with the School Board Members’ Attendance at the Greater Florida Consortium of School Board Legislative Meeting, September 16-18, 2026, at the Hilton Miami Downtown, FL, Not to Exceed $1,000.00 (General Fund) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 14.2. Motion to Approve Travel Expenses for School board Members to Attend the 2026 Manatee Chamber of Commerce Planning Retreat not to exceed $8600.00 (General Fund) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Heather Felton SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 14.3 Motion to Approve the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards (GFCSB) Annual Membership Dues (General Fund) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 15) ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY) 16) INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 17) UPDATES 17A. INSTRUCTION UPDATE Mr. Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services, provided an update on the following topics: • Professional Development • New Schools and Facilities • Student Activities 17B. OPERATIONS UPDATE Mr. Willie Clark, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, provided and update regarding the following topics: • Hiring and Transfers • Wellness and Nutrition • Maintenance and Capital Projects 17C. LEGAL UPDATE Mr. Stephen Dye, Board attorney stated he had no updates for the Board. 18) SUPERINTENDENT REMARKS Superintendent Breslin provided the following update to the Board: • Thanked Board for approval of Consent Agenda and highlighted several items • Highlighted recent and upcoming local events
Page 6 19) BOARD COMMENTS Board Member Choate highlighted safety regarding bus cameras and stop arm lights and congratulated staff on selection to the new class of Leadership Manatee. Board Member Kennedy expressed gratitude to the community partners who supported the Back to School Jam. Board Member Felton thanked staff for the hard work that is required prior to opening schools and noted recent and upcoming public events. Vice-Chair Tatem shared a brief safety message regarding school construction zones. Vice-Chair Spray noted looking forward to the start of the school year. 20) ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, Chair Spray adjourned the Meeting at 11:14 AM. ______________________________ Cindy Spray Chairman NOTICE Any person who desires to appeal any decision made by the School Board with respect to any matter considered at the above-mentioned meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which an appeal may be based. School Board meetings are held in accessible locations. Auxiliary aids will be provided, upon written request received at least 48 hours prior to the meeting, to participants with disabilities.
1. CALL TO ORDER 2. READING OF THE DISTRICT'S VISION - Kennedy 3. MOMENT OF SILENCE 4. VETERAN LED PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 1. Approval of the Agenda Amendments - added after publishing 8/3/26 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes of the July 14, 2026 School Board Workshop (No Financial Impact) 7. STUDENT CELEBRATIONS 1. 2027 Invested in Excellence Award Recipient 2. School District of Manatee County recognized by the National School Public Relations Association 3. Back to School Jam 8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (UP TO 30 MINUTES) Public comment is not an open forum to discuss matters unrelated to education, to support or oppose candidates for public office, or to engage in commercial speech attempting to sell a service or product to the School Board or public. Also, public comment is not a forum to attack individual school system employees or Board Members. Any such complaints should be submitted in writing to the Superintendent for appropriate handling. Finally, this is not a forum for addressing issues involving individual students. Because of privacy concerns, such issues should be submitted in writing to the Superintendent for appropriate handling. Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the Board. Speakers must stand at the podium and not approach the dais. This is a business meeting of the School Board and the public expects that we conduct it in an orderly, efficient, effective and dignified manner. We request that speakers keep this in mind when Agenda August 4, 2026 School Board of Manatee County Regular Board Meeting - 10:00 AM Walter Miller School Support Center Board Room Times Indicated are Approximate 1
making your comments. We also request that the audience keep that in mind and not demonstrate approval or disapproval of what a speaker has said by clapping or booing. The Board appreciates the public's input and will listen attentively, consider each comment, and usually will not respond, enter into debate, or answer questions during comments on agenda items or during the public comments section. PUBLIC INPUT INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Before you begin speaking, please provide any handouts to the Agency Clerk. 2. Please identify yourself only by your full name for the record. 3. You have no more than three minutes to speak. Please stop speaking when the bell rings. 4. Florida Law requires all citizens to conduct themselves in an orderly fashion at public meetings. 5 . WARNING: Any individual who interferes with the expeditious or orderly process of a School Board meeting, will be subject to removal from the meeting pursuant to Section 1001.372(3) Florida Statutes at the discretion of the Chair. Orderly fashion is deemed as, at a minimum (1) no profanity (2) no vulgar language (3) no discourteous, disrespectful, or disparaging conduct. 9. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Model Manatee Presentation by the Manatee County Government - updated 7/31/26 10. CONSENT ITEMS All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a Board Member, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered later in the agenda. 1. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) 2. Approval of the Revised Job Description of Administrator, Payroll to Associate Director, Payroll (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval of the 2026-2027 Uniform Statewide Assessment Calendar (No Financial Impact) 4. Approval to Purchase Mental Health Services through Centerstone, SDMC No. 27-0056- KM, Not to Exceed $320,000.00 (General Fund) updated 8/3/26 5. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the 2026-2027 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, K-12 Entitlement, in the Amount of $12,966,675.00 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 6. Approval to Apply, Accept, and Expend the Perkins V Postsecondary Grant for the 2026-2027 School Year in the Amount of $211,382 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 7. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Nita M. Lowery 21st Century Community Learning Centers STARS Grant for Ballard and Samoset Elementary Schools Request for Application, Effective August 2026 - July 2027, in the Amount of $350,870.00 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 8. Approval of the Agreement between Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast and the School District of Manatee County (No Financial Impact) 9. Approval of the Renewal and Revision of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement Between Manasota Air Conditioning Contractors, Inc. and the School Board of Manatee County Through Manatee Technical College (MTC) (Workforce Funding) 10. Approval of the Bid on Lift Stations and Grease Trap Services, SDMC No. 27-0028-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $200,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 2
11. Approval of the Bid on Electrical Services, SDMC No. 27-0034-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $1,300,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 12. Approval of the Bid on Charter Bus Services, SDMC No. 27-0035-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $1,000,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 13. Approval to Purchase Renewal for (2) Evolv Express Single Lane Units, SDMC No. 23- 0051-RG, Estimated in the Amount of $45,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 14. Approval of Palmetto High School Partial Replacement Change Order 3 Final Agreement Between Owner and Gilbane Building Company, Decrease in the Amount of $753,454.10 (Capital Funds) 15. Approval to Use the Sourcewell Request for Proposal on Automobiles, SUVs, Vans and Light Trucks with Related Equipment and Accessories, SDMC No. 27-0050-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $500,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds) 16. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Tangible Personal Property Greater than $5,000.00 (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund and Special Revenue-Food Service Fund) 11. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 12. NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 13. NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT ITEMS) 1. Approval of Proclamations for the 2026-2027 School Year 14. NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATION) 1. Approval of Travel Expense Associated with the School Board Members' Attendance at the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards Legislative Meeting, September 16- 18, 2026, at the Hilton Miami Downtown, FL, Not to Exceed $1,000.00 (General Fund) 2. Approval of Travel Expense for School Board Members to Attend the 2026 Manatee Chamber of Commerce Planning Retreat Not to Exceed $8,600.00 (General Fund) 3. Approval of the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards (GFCSB) Annual Membership Dues (General Fund) - added 7/31/26 15. CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY) 16. INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 17. UPDATES A. INSTRUCTION UPDATE B. OPERATIONS UPDATE C. LEGAL UPDATE 18. SUPERINTENDENT REMARKS 19. BOARD COMMENTS 20. ADJOURNMENT 3
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1. CALL TO ORDER 2. READING OF THE DISTRICT'S VISION - Kennedy 3. MOMENT OF SILENCE 4. VETERAN LED PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 1. Approval of the Agenda Amendments - added after publishing 8/3/26 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes of the July 14, 2026 School Board Workshop (No Financial Impact) 7. STUDENT CELEBRATIONS 1. 2027 Invested in Excellence Award Recipient 2. School District of Manatee County recognized by the National School Public Relations Association 3. Back to School Jam 8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (UP TO 30 MINUTES) Public comment is not an open forum to discuss matters unrelated to education, to support or oppose candidates for public office, or to engage in commercial speech attempting to sell a service or product to the School Board or public. Also, public comment is not a forum to attack individual school system employees or Board Members. Any such complaints should be submitted in writing to the Superintendent for appropriate handling. Finally, this is not a forum for addressing issues involving individual students. Because of privacy concerns, such issues should be submitted in writing to the Superintendent for appropriate handling. Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the Board. Speakers must stand at the podium and not approach the dais. This is a business meeting of the School Board and the public expects that we conduct it in an orderly, efficient, effective and dignified manner. We request that speakers keep this in mind when Agenda August 4, 2026 School Board of Manatee County Regular Board Meeting - 10:00 AM Walter Miller School Support Center Board Room Times Indicated are Approximate 1
making your comments. We also request that the audience keep that in mind and not demonstrate approval or disapproval of what a speaker has said by clapping or booing. The Board appreciates the public's input and will listen attentively, consider each comment, and usually will not respond, enter into debate, or answer questions during comments on agenda items or during the public comments section. PUBLIC INPUT INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Before you begin speaking, please provide any handouts to the Agency Clerk. 2. Please identify yourself only by your full name for the record. 3. You have no more than three minutes to speak. Please stop speaking when the bell rings. 4. Florida Law requires all citizens to conduct themselves in an orderly fashion at public meetings. 5 . WARNING: Any individual who interferes with the expeditious or orderly process of a School Board meeting, will be subject to removal from the meeting pursuant to Section 1001.372(3) Florida Statutes at the discretion of the Chair. Orderly fashion is deemed as, at a minimum (1) no profanity (2) no vulgar language (3) no discourteous, disrespectful, or disparaging conduct. 9. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Model Manatee Presentation by the Manatee County Government - updated 7/31/26 10. CONSENT ITEMS All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a Board Member, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered later in the agenda. 1. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) 2. Approval of the Revised Job Description of Administrator, Payroll to Associate Director, Payroll (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval of the 2026-2027 Uniform Statewide Assessment Calendar (No Financial Impact) 4. Approval to Purchase Mental Health Services through Centerstone, SDMC No. 27-0056- KM, Not to Exceed $320,000.00 (General Fund) updated 8/3/26 5. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the 2026-2027 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, K-12 Entitlement, in the Amount of $12,966,675.00 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 6. Approval to Apply, Accept, and Expend the Perkins V Postsecondary Grant for the 2026-2027 School Year in the Amount of $211,382 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 7. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Nita M. Lowery 21st Century Community Learning Centers STARS Grant for Ballard and Samoset Elementary Schools Request for Application, Effective August 2026 - July 2027, in the Amount of $350,870.00 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 8. Approval of the Agreement between Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast and the School District of Manatee County (No Financial Impact) 9. Approval of the Renewal and Revision of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement Between Manasota Air Conditioning Contractors, Inc. and the School Board of Manatee County Through Manatee Technical College (MTC) (Workforce Funding) 10. Approval of the Bid on Lift Stations and Grease Trap Services, SDMC No. 27-0028-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $200,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 2
11. Approval of the Bid on Electrical Services, SDMC No. 27-0034-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $1,300,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 12. Approval of the Bid on Charter Bus Services, SDMC No. 27-0035-TM, Estimated in the Amount of $1,000,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 13. Approval to Purchase Renewal for (2) Evolv Express Single Lane Units, SDMC No. 23- 0051-RG, Estimated in the Amount of $45,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 14. Approval of Palmetto High School Partial Replacement Change Order 3 Final Agreement Between Owner and Gilbane Building Company, Decrease in the Amount of $753,454.10 (Capital Funds) 15. Approval to Use the Sourcewell Request for Proposal on Automobiles, SUVs, Vans and Light Trucks with Related Equipment and Accessories, SDMC No. 27-0050-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $500,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds) 16. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Tangible Personal Property Greater than $5,000.00 (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund and Special Revenue-Food Service Fund) 11. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 12. NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 13. NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT ITEMS) 1. Approval of Proclamations for the 2026-2027 School Year 14. NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATION) 1. Approval of Travel Expense Associated with the School Board Members' Attendance at the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards Legislative Meeting, September 16- 18, 2026, at the Hilton Miami Downtown, FL, Not to Exceed $1,000.00 (General Fund) 2. Approval of Travel Expense for School Board Members to Attend the 2026 Manatee Chamber of Commerce Planning Retreat Not to Exceed $8,600.00 (General Fund) 3. Approval of the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards (GFCSB) Annual Membership Dues (General Fund) - added 7/31/26 15. CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY) 16. INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 17. UPDATES A. INSTRUCTION UPDATE B. OPERATIONS UPDATE C. LEGAL UPDATE 18. SUPERINTENDENT REMARKS 19. BOARD COMMENTS 20. ADJOURNMENT 3
AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.1 School Board of Manatee County August 4, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Approval of the Agenda Amendments - added after publishing 8/3/26 Executive Summary The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Friday July 31, 2026, to add agenda item 14.3 - Approval of the Florida School Board Association (FSBA) Annual Membership Dues (General Fund) to New Business (No Superintendent Recommendation) and to add Presentation Model Manatee to Reports and Presentation item Model Manatee Presentation by the Manatee County Government Agenda amended Monday, August 3, 2026, to add Rider to agenda item 10.4 Approval to Purchase Mental Health Services through Centerstone, SDMC No. 27-0056-KM, Not to Exceed $320,000.00 (General Fund) andedit Presentation Model Manatee in Reports and Presentaon item Model Manatee Presenta+on by the Manatee County Government This item aligns with the District’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) which state(s): Ready To Grow | Goal 7 Promote our schools and District as remaining highly competitive and uniquely designed to produce top-notch graduates, great neighbors, and responsible citizens Recommendation . Financial Impact . Contact Submitting Department: School Board 4
AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.1 School Board of Manatee County August 4, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Approval of the Minutes of the July 14, 2026 School Board Workshop (No Financial Impact) Executive Summary Approval of the Minutes of the July 14, 2026 School Board Workshop. This item aligns with the District’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) which state(s): Ready To Grow | Goal 7 Promote our schools and District as remaining highly competitive and uniquely designed to produce top-notch graduates, great neighbors, and responsible citizens Recommendation The Superintendent approves of the minutes from the July 14, 2026 School Board Workshop. Financial Impact No Financial Impact. Contact Submitting Department: School Board Initiated by: Laura Cox Attachments: 2026-07-14 Workshop Minutes Publish 5
Page 1 Minutes July 14, 2026 Workshop - 10:00 AM Manatee County School District 215 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton, FL 34205 www.manateeschools.net Times Indicated Are Approximate 1) CALL TO ORDER Attendee Name Status Dr. Laurie Breslin, Superintendent Willie Clark, Deputy Superintendent of Operations Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services Kevin Chapman, Associate Superintendent Cindy Spray, Chairman Richard Tatem, Vice-Chairman Heather Felton, Board Member Charles Kennedy, Board Member Chad Choate, Board Member Stephen Dye, Board Attorney Present Chair Spray called the Workshop to order at 10:00 AM. 2) AGENDA AMENDMENTS The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Wednesday, July 8, 2026, to add Presentation Strategic Plan Priorities, Goals and Benchmarks to Workshop item New Strategic Plan Presentation and Discussion. 3) PUBLIC COMMENTS 4) WORKSHOP 4.1. Athletics Millage Presentation Ms. Sharon Scarbrough, Executive Director of High Schools, and Dr. Charles Fradley, Executive Director, Middle Schools, presented the following topics regarding the Athletic Millage: • Strategic Allocation of 2025-26 Athletic Millage • Athletic Allocation -Base allocation per school / request process for additional funds • Officials for Every Season • Enhanced Security at Athletic Events • Performance Technology for ALL Sports • Perry Weather System and Student Safety • Funding for State Championship Series 6
Page 2 • Middle School Athletics • Planning for the Future The Board held discussion and asked questions. Superintendent Breslin supplied further details concerning middle school sports, and the Board discussed expanding available district athletic offerings. Ms. Scarbrough and Dr. Fradley stated that the middle school level offerings will be aligned with FSHAA competitive options and standards. Board members expressed support for expanding the range of middle school sports offerings. 4.2. Paraprofessional to Pro (Para-to-Pro) Program (Previously 4.3) Dr. Christina Britton, Executive Director of Human Resources, introduced the District Human Resources team as well as Wending Deming, CEO of Bishop Parker Foundation. Dr. Britton provided information regarding the following topics associated with the District’s Paraprofessional to Teacher program: • Manatee County Paraprofessional-to-Teacher Program – Grow / Teach / Stay • Teacher Vacancies • Program Overview • Program Platform – Bloom Board • Success in Other Florida Districts • Key Takeaways • Cost for Teacher Vacancies • Financial Comparison • Funding for the Program – Bishop Parker Foundation • District Wins • Implementation Timeline The Board engaged in discussion and posed relevant questions. Board Members conveyed their appreciation for the opportunity presented by this program and extended thanks to the Bishop Parker Foundation for its support in funding the initiative. 4.3 New Strategic Plan Presentation and Discussion (Previously 4.2) Mr. Kevin Chapman, Associate Superintendent, with the input of Mr. Omar Edwards and Chrissy Kavanaugh, provided the final update on the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan. Included in the presentation were the following: • Purpose Statement / Commitment / Priorities • Priority Area 1: Student Learning and Support • Priority Area 2: Employee Retention and Wellness • Priority Area 3: Family and Community Engagement • Priority Area 4: Financial Stewardship & Long-Term Sustainability The Board held discussion and Mr. Chapman stated the final approval is scheduled for Board approval at the August 25, 2026 School Board Meeting. 4.4. Proclamation Review Mr. Kevin Chapman, Associate Superintendent, led the discussion regarding Bylaw 0149.1 Public Expressions of Members and Proclamations and provided an overview of proposed changes. Proposed changes to the bylaw included scheduling and approvals of proclamations during the school year. After discussion, the Board reached consensus to establish and approve a list of ‘historical’ proclamations during the reorganization meeting each year. Board Members may still submit new proclamations 7
Page 3 throughout the year provided they align with academic standards and are workshopped prior to a formal vote to avoid discussion on the day of presentation. Mr. Chapman provided the draft for upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation tentatively scheduled for the September School Board Meeting. The Board held discussion regarding the proclamation and made minor edits. 5. ADJOURNMENT Chair Spray adjourned the Workshop at 12:08 PM. ______________________________ Cindy Spray Chairman NOTICE Any person who desires to appeal any decision made by the School Board with respect to any matter considered at the above-mentioned meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which an appeal may be based. School Board meetings are held in accessible locations. Auxiliary aids will be provided, upon written request received at least 48 hours prior to the meeting, to participants with disabilities. 8
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.1 School Board of Manatee County August 4, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title 2027 Invested in Excellence Award Recipient Executive Summary Congratulations to Cliff Dawson of Manatee County on being named the 2027 Invested in Excellence Award recipient! This award, recognized by the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations and Florida Power and Light, is presented to an educator who expands learning opportunities for students. This item aligns with the District’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) which state(s): 9
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.2 School Board of Manatee County August 4, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Title School District of Manatee County recognized by the National School Public Relations Association Executive Summary The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) recognized the School District of Manatee County at its national conference in late July for the District's School Choice Showcase event and campaign. Contact Submitting Department: Communications Initiated by: Jamie Carson 10
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.3 School Board of Manatee County August 4, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Title Back to School Jam Executive Summary The School District of Manatee County is ready to kick off the school year with the Back to School Jam on August 8th, 2026, at LECOM Park. Contact Submitting Department: Communications Initiated by: Jamie Carson 11
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.1 School Board of Manatee County August 4, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Model Manatee Presentation by the Manatee County Government - updated 7/31/26 Executive Summary Brent Anderson and Crosley Jones from the Manatee County Government will present the new Model Manatee Program to the Board. This item aligns with the District’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) which state(s): Contact Submitting Department: Communications Initiated by: Kevin Chapman Attachments: Model Manatee School Board Presentation updated 8/3/26 12
Model Manatee Program School District of Manatee County Board Presentation August 4, 2026 13
Program Vision • Mission: Cultivate civic understanding, engagement, and leadership through experiential learning • Purpose: • Increase understanding of county government • Encourage civic responsibility and engagement • Foster future community leaders 14
Why Model Manatee? • Inspire the next generation of civic leaders • Increase understanding of local government • Build leadership and public speaking skills • Connect students with County Commissioners, School Board members, and constitutional officers • Provide hands-on experience through real government meetings and a mock commission meeting 15
Who Can Participate? • Any Manatee County student who has: • Completed 10th grade • Lives in Manatee County • Is enrolled full-time in a public, charter, private, or home education program • Can attend all mandatory and the required number of sessions • Must have parent/guardian consent if under 18 years old • Must submit a complete application (on mymanatee.org/modelmanatee) 16
Program Experience • Observe Board of County Commissioners meetings • Attend a School Board meeting • Hear from constitutional officers and County leadership • Conduct a mock Board of County Commissioners meeting 17
Program Schedule • September 14, 2026: Orientation and Introduction to County Government • September 28, 2026: Other Constitutional Offices Orientation • October 7, 2026: Board of County Commissioners Work Session Observation • October 20, 2026: Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting Observation • November 10, 2026: School Board Meeting Observation • November 30, 2026: Mock Commission Session • December 17, 2026: Graduation 18
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Application & Selection • Applications Open: August 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM • Applications Due: August 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM • Website: mymanatee.org/modelmanatee • Selection criteria includes: • Complete application • Interest in civic engagement • Representation across Manatee County 20
School District Partnership • Together, we're investing in the next generation of informed, engaged, and community-minded leaders • Thank you for your partnership! • Huge thank you to Kevin Chapman and Sharon Scarbrough for their help and support! 21
Questions • Questions? 22
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10.1 School Board of Manatee County August 4, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) Executive Summary The personnel listed under change of assignments, promotions, reappointments, reassignments, resignations, retirements, suspensions, terminations, and transfers have been recommended by their principal or immediate supervisor to the Superintendent of Schools. The personnel recommended for appointments for the 2026-2027 school years have been interviewed by administrative staff members and have applications with favorable references on file in the Human Resources Department. The lists for Teachers, Paraprofessionals, SAMP, AFSCME and Non-Bargaining for the 2025-2026 school year are available at the School Support Center in Room 106. This item aligns with the District’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) which state(s): Ready To Grow | Goal 1 Develop a competitive employee salary schedule to keep and attract the best talent and continue to provide quality customer service to our staff and parents Ready To Grow | Goal 2 Strengthen our new employee orientation and development program to foster, promote, and retain extraordinary educators and staff Recommendation The Superintendent recommends the approval of the appointments, change of assignments, promotions, reappointments, reassignments, resignations, retirements, suspensions, terminations, and transfers (No Financial Impact). Financial Impact There is no financial impact. Contact Submitting Department: Human Resources Initiated By: Dr. Christina Britton Attachments: 8.4.26 Board Material 23
Type Name Department/Location Position Behavior Specialist (Range $54,881 - $104,096) Nurse, School, RN (Range $41,803 - $81,823) Buyer (Range $46,312 - $90,190) Type Name Department/Location Position Hire Casteleiro, Jennette McNeal Elementary School Tchr Aide, ES Hire Delgado De la Cruz, Suindy Moody Elementary School Tchr Aide, ESOL Hire Dorvil, Lens Bayshore Elementary School Technician, School Support Hire Eusse, Maria del Mar McNeal Elementary School Tchr Aide, Pre-K Integrated Hire Freeman-Schultz, Allison Harvey K-8 School Asst, School Clerical, 10.5 Mo Hire Hoffman, Rebecca Harvey K-8 School Tchr Aide, ES Hire Huggins, Melba Tillman Elementary School Tchr Aide, ESE Hire Hulbert, Phillip Oneco Elementary School Technician, School Support Hire Isidore, La Sonda Sugg Middle School Nurse, School, LPN Hire Jahn, Berina Prine Elementary School Tchr Aide, ES Hire Kame, Clayton Lake Manatee K-8 School Tech, Physical Educ Hire Knickerbocker, Ellis Veterans Elementary School Tchr Asst, Student Intern Hire Lippert, Joseph Rye Ranch Elementary School Custodian 8 Hr Hire McCrickard, James Tillman Elementary School Tchr Aide, ESE Hire Mcduffie, Rilida Manatee High School Clinic Attendant/Health Aide Hire Mendez Vasquez, Modesta Jain Middle School Custodian 8 Hr Hire Puckett, Sondra Parrish Community High School Asst, School Clerical, 10.5 Mo Hire Rodriguez-Oliveras, Maria Moody Elementary School Liaison, Home School Hire Severino Reyes, Laura Bashaw Elementary School Asst, School Clerical, 10.5 Mo Hire Thrasher, Megan Harvey K-8 School Nurse, School, LPN Hire Waiters, Katherine Miller Elementary School Nurse, School, LPN Hire Watts, Joanne Haile Middle School Clerk, Guidance Type Name Department/Location Position Kindergarten Teacher Saint Xavier University MA Counselor ES Emporia State University MA Pathologist, Speech & Lang. Truman State University MA Support Facilitator Franklin College BA Second Grade Teacher University of South Florida BA First Grade Teacher University of South Florida BA Specialist, Student Support William Paterson University MA Fourth Grade Teacher University of South Florida BA Hire Burck, Samuel Parrish Community High School 8-2-2026 Hire Borman, Jodie Miller Elementary School 8-3-2026 Hire Carson, Katelyn Lake Manatee K-8 School 8-3-2026 Hire Brown, Kelly King Middle School 8-3-2026 Hire Chaney, Mary Harvey K-8 School 8-2-2026 Hire Carroll, Madison Daughtrey Elementary School 8-3-2026 Hire Brookins-Kirk, Rashaundra Daughtrey Elementary School 8-3-2026 Hire Capellaro, Aiden Bashaw Elementary School 8-3-2026 Instructional Effective Date 7-27-2026 8-3-2026 7-20-2026 8-3-2026 8-2-2026 8-3-2026 8-3-2026 7-20-2026 8-2-2026 8-3-2026 8-3-2026 8-3-2026 8-3-2026 7-27-2026 8-3-2026 7-15-2026 Educational Support Effective Date 7-27-2026 7-27-2026 7-27-2026 7-27-2026 8-3-2026 8-2-2026 Hire Luer, Amy Manatee Elementary School 8-3-2026 Hire Mohamed, Christina Purchasing 7-20-2026 Hire Administrative Effective Date Hire DeLee-Price, Kerry ESE 7-19-2026Board Material - August 4, 2025 24
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>> Welcome to the school district of Manatee County, regular meeting for APRIL 4th 2026. This meeting is called to order exactly 10:00am we start by reading our district vision and this time around MR. Kennedy, if you I forgot Yes. >> Chair a special start here. The school district Manatee County will be an exemplary student focus school system that develops lifelong learners to be globally competitive. If you could, please join me for a of the moment of silence to start the meeting. Thank you. Thank you, everyone. I'm sure that you thank you so much for MR. Kennedy. >> And as typical restart our meetings also Pledge of Allegiance. And we do that with a veteran and I turn that over confront Thank you. MADAM Chair. It >> Today we are honored to recognize and welcome United States Air Force veteran Kevin Al. To lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance haven't served 20 years in the U.S. Air Force and earn the rank of technical sergeant. He was stationed at Travis right hat and Tyndall air bases. He was also deployed twice for Operation Southern Watch during his military service. Kevin earns the Air Force Commendation Medal with 2 oakleaf clusters, an achievement medal with 3 oak leaf clusters today. Kevin continues his public service and the finance Department. And we are so grateful for him to be a team member. Please join me in thanking MISTER Fenn. Now for his service to our nation and our organization and welcoming him to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. >> I pledge allegiance to the flag and United States of America and to the Republic for which stands. One nation under GOD, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Maybe >> Thank you so much for your service sent This is a get Trump on home members. You think you said, thank you very much. >> Thank you. I think that's such a nice touch for a board meetings have that opportunity. Grateful for those who have served in our in country and now in our district. Item, number 5 approval of agenda chairs, founder Pasta manage ended include all items under Jen Amendments on AUGUST 4th 2026. An updated JULY. 31st. 2026 and again on Aug MISTER 2026. Presentations. That re updated were item. Number 9.1 We added a writer too 9.1 We a website. 10.4 We added a writer to the contractor Centerstone and 14.3 We added to restore do so. Those are the items that we amended looking for, a motion to accept agenda as amended, so moved second. MR. Khan, a day was the MISTER Cho was the second. There anyone to speak? Don't see anyone. And that will pass. With a 5 to 0 early rating on. Thank you, It's just not clicking. All right. We'll get there. Thank you for that. Item. Number 6 is approval of the minutes. Superintendent. The superintendent recommends approval of the minutes of the 7/14/2026, school board workshop. So moved all second. Motion by MISTER Kennedy. Second by Felt then. I do see any members led up to speak. And that will pass 5 to 0. That takes us on to one of our favorite parts of our meeting item number 7, students celebration as Carson. In morning Chair Vice Chair school board member superintendent was. >> We have the privilege today of recognizing outstanding individuals and teams work continues to generate positive momentum throughout our school district. Starting off. Our first recognition today is for an educator who never misses a beat. And when it comes to creating opportunities for students. MR. Clift often the director of bands for Braden River High School and our school districts. Many counties educator of the year was recently recognized at the statewide level by the Florida Department Education. >> He received the concert Florida education foundations, prestigious. Invested Excellence Award, which is presented in partnership with the Florida Power Light Company, along with distinguished honor. He received a 2000 award recognizing his outstanding contributions to education. At this time, I'd like to invite MR. Dawson of here for recognition. Michael Oh, my gosh. Well, I didn't come here, but I want to say. >> Thank you and appreciate your being here. And you're sneaky of other way for those of you that know it was actually kind of funny that night when that was happening had no idea it was occurring. My wife was sitting next to me and I see her and Doctor Breslin kind of have a little chat. My wife takes out her phone with a pitch with the camera. Like what's going on? And then this all happened so unexpected completely so but a high honor and a high word. >> And on behalf of myself, I wanted to say thank you for supporting education. This I was just telling one of my vice principal there today and on behalf of administration. Thank you for being here today. It is kind of like a meant to be moment for you don't know this. But in that picture right there, which has been hanging up here for a while to picture from the 2017 River High School marching bands are performing and I'm actually in that picture. Here with my band from. I was Pinellas County the time and I brought my my program sitting just behind his left hip and white shirt. I brought my here and I was watching that Van member. The first time was in results like second. I was that that's so it's actually meant to be. But I come back. Re engaged and refreshed after having attended the teacher lead conference and I'm ready to speak on behalf of all teachers in the county to what I can to help. Bolster and reinforce recruitment and retention in this county and make sure that means the county continues to be on the 4 trajectory in leading the state and and what we do. So thank you again for the recognition and I look forward to serving as a as a voice. Thank you. Wonderful. >> awesome before before you go. I did lean over to his wife and said you might want to on out. She fire just get your phone as I ahead of time that you are being recognized for the Florida consortium and it cannot be understated. What a huge award this is. I mean, you have a ballroom filled with probably 800 people and only a handful of teachers in the state recognized in our teacher was one of them for really what he does day in day out and runs a phenomenal program. I've had the pleasure of listening to his students play and it truly is a talent that you bring. And I'm so excited that you're willing to speak for teachers. You spoke with the new teacher orientation and it was felt by all of us in the room, the power of your words. So congratulations to you. And we're honored to have you working in our district did you want get Did first option to >> it >> I >> let's take >> Youtube continue little know this. Thanks just make sure chairs for >> news. >> Our next recognition highlights a team effort that deserves a standing ovation on its own few months ago. We were proud to share that our school district the statewide recognition for the stem and school choice showcases and just a few weeks ago, we learned that the same event received national recognition from the National School Public Relations Association. The stem School showcases we're so much more than event. It was a district cry effort bring together schools, departments, community Partners, families to showcase innovation, opportunity and student success. This award. That's a national award recognizes and puts a spotlight on the collaboration. Our school district at its finest, the success of this event demonstrate how seamlessly our teams can work together. And I'd like to take a moment. While I can't list every single individual that was involved, I would like to share a few names to highlight for recognition. I like to mention that a few of these individuals are unable to be here today because they are diligently already working, preparing for back to school. But we do have a photo of them if we can put that up now. Thank you. I'd like to acknowledge Len Johnston, Allison Nichols, Tiffany spradling and their teams. Also, individuals are here today. I'd like to ask them to come up for recognition. Lisa Taylor. My partner and Peak today. Sandra Marine Christy Kavanaugh and to Mark Clarke. Also, I want to provide recognition for the Donovan group. They have an incredible partners for us. And unfortunately, they were not able to be here today. So I like to have them come up and just be recognized for this national recognition. Think I was wondering where it was trying to play. This interesting that it's a small but mighty a war that we received compared of the state state or Florida goes way big. But this is the word that we received and we actually had Lisa Taylor and Chrissy Kavanaugh. I'm Kevin Seymour there at the National Conference to accept on our behalf of the school district. So like for them to have a photo, absolutely. >> It? Thank you. >> At this time I'd actually like to call up my partner. Think us Lisa so that she can bring to you our next recognition. Good morning. Morning. Learned is ready for that school gym. Let's go. Let's Sites. All right. This event is a true example of organization. Why teamwork employees from across the district community organizations. >> Volunteers and sponsors and local businesses all come together helping students and families start the school year strong. So these are some amazing photos from last year's back-to-school jam. We are protected or not protected. We do have over 1500 supply filled bags ready to go for the students at the back-to-school jam next. These are some of our marketing materials used that has been able to ensure that we are going to have at least 4,000 attendees at this year's back-to-school Our goal is to give every child a supply field. Look back. But while supplies last for those who attend, but we'll see how it goes. Next one. So this is a sponsor. Japan. >> Last year we had. There's. >> This year we have 22 sponsors raise $50,000 funds to support this event. We have 36 this just 36 threat about 39 community partners right now. That will be in attendance getting out other their spike items and school supplies. Also to those kids. And they will be a fireworks show at the very end. So we encourage everyone to stay the whole game. Have a free meal, hot chips and a drink and stay for the fireworks show. And then we just wanted to highlight some of our sponsors and community partners and thank them for their efforts. There's a quite a wide range of sponsors that have come together. Team effort for the sponsorships for sure and building this relationship so we can have for the evening of fun. Paid for by those individuals in the next one. Highlights a lot of those individuals. That's awesome. And then I just want to say thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and supporters. Families will receive thousands of backpacks and school supplies. >> Along with free admission free meals, free game tickets. This is truly a grand slam for students and families across County >> fun and just got to get the pun. And even when she's not up look forward to a great night at all see, guys >> Definitely absolutely committed Thank you so much. Alas, for car. If you could be to have a little promo. If Karl could go to the video. All right. There appears to be a technical issues with that back Thank you. That does conclude our recognitions for today. Thank you so much. Thank so much. Looking forward to being there. So is a fun-filled lots of kids, lots of lots activities going on with all the different sponsors that are there. Takes us to item number 8 and I do not have a list or anything on public comment. So we will move on to item number 9 presentations. And I'm guessing going do that MISTER Chapman. I'm guessing. >> Thank >> you. Board chair. We're blessed today joined by our partners. Great partners at the Manatee County government, especially commissioner manner. Ballard. >> And >> colleagues that I work closely with the government affairs office Brent Anderson and cross the Jones they're going to present on a new exciting program for our I'll give the microphone to the team behind me. So thank you so much. >> Good morning to spray as Superintendent Breslin and school board members. I'm Amanda Ballard County Commissioner for District 2. And I'm so excited to be here with you today to present a wonderful partnership between the county and the school district as well as some of our constitutional officers. So at model Manatee and is going to be a truly fantastic at partnership and local practical civics education program for 11th and 12th grade students here in Manatee County. So this is something that at some other counties in Florida are doing right now and it really gives an opportunity for kids to see. A hands-on perspective of what county government actually looks like and what it does. And I will say from my perspective, this is something that has an sorely lacking in education. I think often times kids Pretty good civics education it comes to federal government, even some state government. But really local government people are kind of left to figure it out on their own. At the college age are in their 20's. And this really gives the opportunity for us to. I encourage that civic engagement at the local level. How our young people to understand what local government does open up ideas for potential jobs in the future. And also to encourage civic groups, responsibility, engagement in our young people. So why why are we doing this? And I think I've already given a little bit of at. Of few reasons why why this is really fantastic opportunity. This is going to build the next generation of civic leaders for Manatee County and beyond. Frankly, because as I said, this is just not something that. As as a whole this country does well is help young people to understand what local government does I love the opportunity for young people to build those leadership skills. Those public speaking spent scales understand Robert's rules which a lot of had to learn on the fly once elected. So right, I think that this this really is going to provide so many amazing hands-on opportunities for for our students. I think I'm gonna turn it over to Brent. He's going to give us some of the nuts and bolts. Thank you, commissioner. It's hard to follow commissioner valor and not it. >> The is stronger. It and is as well she did. But try my best. So who can participate? This is is a question we've actually already started to receive. We did a Social post last week to already start getting the word out there. Any student who is fit finished 10th grain, whether they're in public school charter school, private school or home school at lives in Manatee County can participate. And so we opened it up to that. That white group of students said not exclude anyone who is interested in this program it's important to with this being the first year that we don't start carving out groups already. When we we don't know the level of interest that we're going to have. So we're excited to hear from all communities in all types of students in figure out where they can fit. How they get there is there's a website on this page and we have couple more slides. And when Crosley gets the application point, he'll mention it to. But to apply that go to my manatee dot org backslash model manatee. And they fill out. There's an application form online. They fill that out then they'll get an email with a couple extra documents that we need. One being a parent guardian signature. If they're under the age of 18 and in some short answer questions that tenant differentiate the students as we get to the selection process and things like that. Program experience. I wish this program existed when I was in high school. This sounds incredible. We really got the inspiration from Commissioner Ballard who who learned in knew that it was happening down in Charlotte County. And so we do then we've met with Charlotte County are kind of modeling it a little bit after theirs. But basically this program, the beginning is going to be educational. So it's going to like commissioner about that. What's Robert's rules of order? What is the county do? We're going to have one of our deputy county administrators there explaining all the different departments of the government. We're going to have someone from county, the county commission there to explain how the county commission works, what their job is like. I mean, do kind of a general process about board meetings function. That's day one day to the class is going to dive into all the constitutional. So we have all 5 constitutional offices are going to be coming there explaining what their job does. So even if we're not bringing if maybe we're not showing the next county commissioner what the opportunities are, but maybe they're going to find out maybe I want to be a sheriff or maybe I want to be a tax collector. You never So it's going to be a really educational process. And then we're going to start taking them to meetings were and taken to a county commission workshop taken to a county commission meeting. We're going to bring them to a school board meeting which real quick, Kevin has been incredible helping us at all the setups working with him on having them come here to school board, meeting it. One of the the big part about the program experienced who is all this great stuff we're doing that ends with being county commission. So we're gonna have 7 elected county commissioners from the class. We're going to each count constitutional hopefully as well come up and present and and basically see what it's like to make those big decisions. But in making the schedule to get there. One thing we we worked with the school board on to is making sure they're not missing, but on a whenever we're able to, we've actually scheduled them from 04:00pm later. So be after school. Some we obviously can't change. Like our commission meetings are 09:00am. So they're going to have to MISS Half days and things like that. But for the most part, whenever we're able to, we're able to schedule them after school, which I I have a question for So in the maac Commission session, are we asking for >> public commenters? So they like a week later, We have a long list of staff that has signed up to be public >> very much, very different. Probably, for example, is going to be county administrator. So we're going to try to have some of our younger staff be the more formal staff positions as well. >> And I think it's gonna be really great experience of sounds >> This is the program schedule. I kind of hit on a lot of this but this is kind of it visually going through ending with commission meeting and then a graduation for the graduation. As we kinda get closer to that will, of course, send out invites and stuff. If you all want to participate in things like that and the school board meeting obviously will be here. So we'd love your all's participation in and commission meeting. We don't we're still working out all who can kind of be invited and not. Sunshine laws do not have it is a public meeting. So we're working through a lot with that. But if we're able to invite you all, my child that MR. Curated to a question. >> Yet you mentioned if you wait to the end, I'm sorry, but your mom and husband since we're here >> how many students are you looking for? Did you meant to say that? >> So we have it. But 12 gets us to 7 commissioners and all the constitutional If we have a lot of interest and maybe we have 17 really great candidates. >> We're not going to >> send anyone away a 3rd off. We we actually have a running list of additional positions. We can have them to participate and that knocked Commission meeting now, we get like 50 individual arrested, we might have to kind selected down a little bit. But our goal to hit well, any for a little over that that could be really great. Awesome. >> And then just last thing, app will like it. Maybe ahead of that slide deck. But applications section. And that's where thing I definitely think leadership means junior leadership means he is definitely one to reach out to. Obviously they're they're getting applicants and maybe cross, you know, the students across the doing both leadership, me tea. And just suggestion. That's a great idea. Thank you. But I'm now going send it over to cross >> So here we have on 2 of our sample agendas from 2 of our meetings, the first one on the left is for second meeting. I'm hearing from the constitutional Those that are listed are those that have confirmed they will be there to speak. So obviously having Sheriff Wells Cullen, and supervisor Farrington and then the others will be great to hear from. And on the right is the broader agenda for Commission meeting. We're still ironing out the full agenda that they'll be working off of. But as you can see, we're going to get a crash course in Robert's rules and parliamentary procedure right before and then we'll have the commission meeting. Go for about an hour and a half from 5 to 6.30 But unlike typical time for commission meetings, 2 hour meeting give >> Touching. I'm glad you brought up applications so applications they open AUGUST 10th at 08:00am and they close the following Friday, AUGUST, 21st at 03:00pm. The website is my Manatee Dot Org slash model manatee. The application as long as other documents. The eligibility and all related information is also on that website selection criteria includes complete application so that form they fill out online as well as the supplemental box. The parent, guardian release form the teacher administrator letter recommendation in short answer questions we'll gauge their interest in civic engagement. We're also looking for a broader representation of Manatee County. We want to get as many perspectives and ideas included as we can. And we just wanted to thank you all. We want to thank Kevin Chapman and Sharon Scarbrough for their partnership. They've been instrumental helping us on your and getting the word out. Getting it organized together, we're investing in the next generation of informed engaged in community minded leaders. And we thank you for your partnership. Happy to answer any other questions. >> Okay. I have missed Felton. Good morning. I'm very excited about Going high school. You're going to get some great kids. Just the questions that they ask and the things that they want to know about how things work. Is they're great? They just have one of questions and some are looking forward to Your answer, my question about number of students ish, which is great when with regards to school board meetings, also looking at having them come to one of our workshops where we do a lot hashing out of what policies we want to do and so it's just a thought if you're able to fit that in. Because there's a whole lot of discussion and debate that we go into with some of topics. That they might find really interesting when they could, particularly it comes down to. Why does the school board make us do this all comes to meeting and see how we figure that out. So that's an idea to throw out there. And then I haven't brought it to the board. So, hey, I'm bringing this to the I would really, really, really love to have a student school board member. Maybe on a rotating basis. So, you know, this might be a good way to spark some interest in that. You know, if you have students that are like, hey, I really want to really want to thank the school board and help make no comment. Make comments from a student perspective. DR. Reza Live talked about it a couple times, but just haven't had a chance to bring everybody this is an idea that I would really like to do. There's districts all over the state do. It works really well. They have kids that rotate through. >> This might be a good way to garner some interest in that. Absolutely. Thanks. MR. Heydon. >> Morning commissioner gentleman program like to see more collaboration between the school system in the county in other ways, too. So it's just keep this going. That's all I have to say. Thanks for >> MR. Thank Yeah. Same
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The School Board will consider adopting the required 2026-2027 uniform statewide assessment calendar for district schools.
Board will consider approving 2026-2027 uniform statewide assessment calendar
Topics: education
The School Board will consider authorizing various proclamations for the 2026-2027 school year.
Board would authorize proclamations for the school year
Department: NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT ITEMS) · Topics: education
The School Board will consider a $320,000 contract for four mental health therapists to serve students.
Board will consider purchasing mental health services from Centerstone
$320,000 · General Fund · Topics: education, healthcare, budget, procurement
Board will consider accepting $12,966,675 in federal disability education grant funds
$12,966,675 · Grant Fund · Topics: education, healthcare, budget
The School Board will recognize the School District of Manatee County for an award from the National School Public Relations Association.
School board recognizes district for public relations achievement
Department: STUDENT CELEBRATIONS · Topics: education
The School Board will consider accepting federal funds to support career and technical education at Manatee Technical College.
Board will consider accepting $211,382 in federal career education grant funds
$211,382 · Grant Fund · Topics: education, land use, fees, budget, local-government
Florida Law requires all citizens to conduct themselves in an orderly fashion at public meetings.
Department: STUDENT CELEBRATIONS · Topics: education
The School Board will consider awarding a contract for maintenance and emergency services for lift stations and grease traps.
Board will consider $200,000 annual bid for lift station and grease trap services
$200,000 · Topics: utilities, education, budget, procurement
Board will consider $1,300,000 annual bid for electrical services
$1,300,000 · Topics: coastal resilience, education, budget, procurement
Board would authorize bid for lift station and grease trap services
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS · Topics: utilities
Board will consider $1,000,000 annual bid for charter bus services
$1,000,000 · Topics: coastal resilience, roads, transit, education, budget, procurement
The School Board would authorize payment of annual membership dues to the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards.
Board would authorize annual membership dues payment
Department: NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATION) · Topics: education
The School Board will consider authorizing the purchase of new or replacement white fleet vehicles.
Board will consider $500,000 annual purchase of fleet vehicles
$500,000 · Topics: education, budget, procurement
Board would authorize federal grant for special education services
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
The board will consider approving several proclamations for the 2026-2027 school year, including Hispanic Heritage Month and Black History Month.
School Board to consider approving proclamations for the 2026-2027 school year
Topics: education
Board would authorize Perkins V postsecondary grant application
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS · Topics: education
The School Board would authorize applying for $350,870 in federal grant funds for learning centers at Ballard and Samoset Elementary.
Board would authorize community learning center grant for two schools
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS · Topics: education
The School Board would authorize a partnership agreement with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast.
Board would authorize agreement with Big Brothers Big Sisters
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS · Topics: education, procurement
The School Board would authorize renewing an apprenticeship training agreement with Manasota Air Conditioning Contractors, Inc.
Board would authorize apprenticeship training program agreement renewal
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS · Topics: education, local-government, procurement
Board would authorize bid for annual electrical services
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Board would authorize bid for annual charter bus services
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS · Topics: transit
Approval to Purchase Renewal for (2) Evolv Express Single Lane Units, SDMC No. 23-
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Board would authorize final change order for Palmetto High School
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS · Topics: education, procurement
Approval to Use the Sourcewell Request for Proposal on Automobiles, SUVs, Vans and
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Tangible Personal
Department: REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
The School Board will consider formal approval of the minutes from its July 14, 2026, workshop.
School board will consider approving July 14 workshop minutes
Topics: education
The School Board will consider recognizing Cliff Dawson as the 2027 Invested in Excellence Award recipient.
Topics: education
The School Board will consider the upcoming Back to School Jam scheduled for August 8th, 2026.
School Board to consider Back to School Jam event details
Topics: education, local-government
The School Board will receive a presentation from Manatee County Government officials regarding the new Model Manatee Program.
Board will consider Model Manatee program presentation by county government
Topics: education
The School Board will consider updating the job description and title for the Administrator, Payroll position to Associate Director, Payroll.
Board will consider renaming payroll administrator position to associate director
Topics: education, land use, local-government
The School Board will consider accepting federal funds for after-school programming at Ballard and Samoset Elementary schools.
Board will consider $350,870 grant for after-school services at two schools
Topics: education
The School Board will consider a multi-year agreement with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast to provide student mentoring services.
Board will consider agreement with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast
Topics: education, procurement
The School Board will consider renewing an agreement to provide MTC students with apprenticeship work experience.
Board will consider apprenticeship training agreement with Manasota Air Conditioning Contractors
Topics: education, local-government, procurement
Board will consider declaring district property as surplus for disposal
Topics: education
The School Board of Manatee County will consider authorizing up to $1,000 from the General Fund for a board member to attend a legislative meeting in Miami.
School board to consider travel funding for legislative meeting in Miami
$1,000 · General Fund · Topics: education, land use, budget
The School Board of Manatee County will consider the annual membership dues for the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards, which are budgeted at $5,000.
School board to consider annual membership dues for school board consortium
Topics: education
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