Board Meeting

agenda: THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA Landings Administrative Complex 1980 Landings Boulevard School Board Meeting August 20, 2026 6:00 PM

1. Call Meeting to Order

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Approval of Agenda

3.1 APPROVAL OF AGENDA

That the Sarasota County School Board approve the August 20, 2026 agenda as submitted on August 13, 2026 with the following changes:  Addendum added to the Human Resources Personnel Report

4. Recognitions/Presentations

5. Superintendent's Report

6. Public Comment - Agenda Items

7. Approval of Minutes

7.1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Tentative Millage and Budget - Jul 21 2026 - Minutes - Public.pdfLinked attachment: Tentative Millage and Budget - Jul 21 2026 - Minutes - Public.pdf Official source: https://sarasotacountyschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/document/39ed7d37-106e-4e14-9255-c08c16b873f2 Tentative Millage and Budget Minutes Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM Landings Administrative Complex 1980 Landings Blvd. A. Call to Order Present: • Bridget Ziegler, Chair • Robyn Marinelli, Vice Chair • Liz Barker • Tom Edwards • Karen Rose LEGAL REQUIREMENT 1. LEGAL REQUIREMENT Florida Statute 200.065(2)(e), states that: "The School Board of Sarasota County, Florida will soon consider a budget for 2026-27. A public hearing to make a decision on the budget and taxes will be held on July 28, 2026 at 1980 Landings Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida. During such discussion, the governing body shall hear comments regarding the proposed millage rate. The general public shall be allowed to speak and to ask questions prior to adoption of any measures by the governing body. The governing body shall adopt its tentative or final millage rate prior to adopting its tentative or final budget."

B. Presentation of Superintendent's Tentative Budget Gabrielle Jaremczuk, Chief Financial Officer, presented the budget. 1. PRESENTATION OF SUPERINTENDENT'S TENTATIVE BUDGET FOR 2026-2027 Presentation for Request to Advertise July 21, 2026.pdf Tentative Budget Book 26.27 - Final with links.pdf C. Public Comment Speakers: • Teresa DeWitt • Deb Hays D. Acceptance of Proposed Millage Rates for Advertising 1. ACCEPTANCE OF THE 2026 PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES FOR ADVERTISING 2026 Certification of School Tax Value (DR-420S).pdf That the following proposed millage rates for 2026 be accepted for advertising in accordance with requirement of Chapter 200.065 of the Florida Statutes. Required Local Effort 2.6810 mils Basic Discretionary .748 mils Capital Outlay 1.500 mils Voted Operating 1.000 mils Total Millage 5.929 mils Moved by: Karen Rose Seconded by: Robyn Marinelli Aye: Liz Barker, Tom Edwards, Robyn Marinelli, Bridget Ziegler, Karen Rose Approved 5-0

E. Review and Approval of the Tentative Budget for Advertising 1. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE 2026-2027 BUDGET FOR ADVERTISING 2026-27 NOTICE BUDGET HEARING.pdf Budget Summary Ad.pdf 2026-27 NOTICE OF TAX FOR SCHOOL CAPITAL OUTLAY.pdf That the tentative budget for 2026-27 be approved for advertising as displayed in the attachments. Moved by: Karen Rose Seconded by: Robyn Marinelli Aye: Liz Barker, Thomas Edwards, Robyn Marinelli, Bridget Ziegler, Karen Rose Approved 5-0 Adjournment The Chair adjourned the Tentative Millage and Budget Meeting at 10:33 a.m. We certify that the foregoing minutes are a true account of the Tentative Millage and Budget Meeting held on July 21, 2026 and approved at the Regular Board Meeting on August 20, 2026. ____________________________________ Terrence Connor, Secretary ___________________________________ Bridget Ziegler, Chair Public Hearing to Adopt Tentative Millage and Budget - Jul 28 2026 - Minutes - Public.pdfLinked attachment: Public Hearing to Adopt Tentative Millage and Budget - Jul 28 2026 - Minutes - Public.pdf Official source: https://sarasotacountyschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/document/67d14305-dcdf-4a43-b316-8bf877905e0c Public Hearing to Adopt Tentative Millage and Budget Minutes Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 5:01 PM Landings Administrative Complex 1980 Landings Blvd. A. Call to Order Present: • Bridget Ziegler, Chair • Robyn Marinelli, Vice Chair • Liz Barker • Tom Edwards • Karen Rose 1. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL REQUIREMENT: Florida Statute 200.065(2)(e), states that: "The School Board of Sarasota County, Florida will soon consider a budget for 2026-27. A public hearing to make a decision on the budget and taxes will be held on July 28, 2026 at 1980 Landings Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida. During such discussion, the governing body shall hear comments regarding the proposed millage rate. The general public shall be allowed to speak and to ask questions prior to adoption of any measures by the governing body. The governing body shall adopt its tentative or final millage rate prior to adopting its tentative or final budget." B. Statement Regarding the Proposed Millage and Tentative Budget 1. STATEMENT REGARDING THE 2026 PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES AND TENTATIVE BUDGET On July 21, 2026 the Board authorized to advertise the 2026 proposed millage rates and 2026-27 tentative budget. The Notice of Budget Hearing, Budget

Summary, and Capital Outlay Notice were duly advertised on the District’s and Sarasota County’s publicly accessible websites beginning July 24, 2026. The Sarasota County School Board’s 2026 taxable assessed property values represent a 1.52% increase from the 2025 certified tax value. The 2026 proposed Required Local Effort Millage rate of 2.681 mils represents a 6.64% decrease from last year’s rolled-back millage rate. The total 2026 proposed millage rate represents a 3.56% decrease from last year’s rolled-back millage rate. The Required Local Effort millage must be levied by the School Board if the district is to participate and receive any Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) funds in fiscal year 2026-27. The operating millage is required to hire staff for the school district, pay negotiated salary and fringe benefits to staff, the cost of fuel, electricity, and other goods and services. Presentation of the Superintendent's Tentative Budget Gabrielle Jaremczuk, Chief Financial Officer, presented the tentative budget. 2. PRESENTATION OF SUPERINTENDENT'S FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 TENTATIVE BUDGET Board Workshop Presentation July 28 2026 revised.pdf Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Millage Rate and Tentative Budget - Agenda No speakers C. School Board Travel 1. SCHOOL BOARD TRAVEL Pursuant to Florida Statute 1001.39, each member of the district School Board shall be allowed reimbursement of travel expenses. Travel outside the district that exceeds $500 requires prior approval by the School Board, confirming travel is for official business of the School Board and complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. In the 2026-27 Tentative Budget, each School Board member has been allocated up to $5000 for official business travel expenses. There is no out-of-state travel reimbursement anticipated at this time.

That the Sarasota County School Board approve the Board Member out-of- county travel reimbursement for official business for the 2026-2027 school year. Moved by: Karen Rose Seconded by: Tom Edwards Ayes: Liz Barker, Tom Edwards, Robyn Marinelli, Bridget Ziegler, Karen Rose Approved 5:0 D. School Board Business 1. APPROVAL TO RESCHEDULE THE AUGUST 18, 2026, REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING TO AUGUST 20, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. That the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida, approve rescheduling the Regular School Board Meeting currently scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026, to Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Moved by: Tom Edwards Seconded by: Liz Barker Ayes: Liz Barker, Tom Edwards, Robyn Marinelli, Bridget Ziegler, Karen Rose Approved 5:0 E. Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Millage Rate and Tentative Budget Speaker: • Deborah Edwards F. Adoption of Proposed Millage Rates 1. ADOPTION OF 2026 PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES 2026 Certification of School Tax Value (DR-420S) - not yet certified.pdf

That the Sarasota C Monthly Work Session - Aug 04 2026 - Minutes - Public.docx Board Meeting - Jul 21 2026 - Minutes - Public.docx

That the Sarasota County School Board approve the meeting minutes.

8. Approval of Consent Agenda

8.1 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

That the Sarasota County School Board approve the Consent Agenda.

9. Consent Agenda

1 Academic Services

9.1 APPROVAL OF THE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROVIDER (VIP) AGREEMENT BETWEEN IMAGINE LEARNING AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL ON BEHALF OF SARASOTA VIRTUAL SCHOOLLinked attachment: APPROVAL OF THE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROVIDER (VIP) AGREEMENT BETWEEN IMAGINE LEARNING AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL ON BEHALF OF SARASOTA VIRTUAL SCHOOL Official source: https://sarasotacountyschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/document/4346f850-81d7-4f0c-a8fd-cc85975e6245 Title APPROVAL OF THE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROVIDER (VIP) AGREEMENT BETWEEN IMAGINE LEARNING AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL ON BEHALF OF SARASOTA VIRTUAL SCHOOL

Recommendation That the Sarasota County School Board approve the VIP Agreement between Imagine Learning, LLC and the School Board of Sarasota County, FL. That the Sarasota County School Board authorize the Chairperson or Vice Chairperson and the Superintendent to execute the agreement contingent upon form approval by General Counsel.

Description Instructional Provider Program Participation Agreement between Imagine Learning, LLC and the School Board of Sarasota County, FL. In accordance with Florida Statute 1002.45, the district operates a full-time virtual educational option for eligible students in grades K-12; Sarasota Virtual School. The district manages all school functions with the exception of content creation and providing the direct instruction of students enrolled full time with Sarasota Virtual School as their official school of enrollment. Imagine Learning, LLC will provide instructional teaching services and state-approved coursework for eligible students.

Gap Analysis For students who are enrolled in a full-time capacity with Sarasota Virtual School, Imagine Learning provides curriculum and instruction for those students in grades K thru 12. Historically, Sarasota Virtual School has contracted with VIPs (Virtual Instruction Providers) to serve students who have full-time enrollment in SVS.

Previous Outcomes Imagine Learning has produced high completion/success rates for SVS students in the past, averaging a completion rate that is consistently above 90-95%. Parents and families are routinely surveyed on their experience with Imagine Learning, and they consistently earn high marks from our families based on the quality of curriculum and teacher instruction.

Expected Outcomes Sarasota Virtual School looks to continue this partnership for the 2026-2027 school year with continued positive experiences for families and similar completion/success rates for our students.

Strategic Plan Pillar 1: Every Student Achieves Priority 4: Equip Students for Life

Financial Impact Sarasota Virtual Schools shall pay fees described in Attachment B Payment Terms and Conditions. Imagine Learning has a new per-course rate of $260 per ½ credit completion, allowing Sarasota County to retain the remainder of the FTE earned per student. The course rate is only charged for students who are in the program for more than 28 calendar days. Any course withdrawal prior to the 28-day grace period is not charged. For students in K-5, there is an additional charge of $100 per semester for tactile materials such as workbooks and other manipulatives.

Fiscal Year Fund Source Fund Center Functional Area Amount

2627 1101 7001 5101, 5102, 5103 $350,000 (budgeted)

K-5, 6-8, 9-12

Contact ERIN HAUGHEY erin.haughey@sarasotacountyschools.net STEVE POSILOVICH steve.posilovich@sarasotacountyschools.net DR. MEGAN GREEN megan.green@sarasotacountyschools.net RACHAEL O’DEA rachael.o’dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

FINAL Sarasota VSA 26-27.pdf

That the Sarasota County School Board approve the VIP Agreement between Imagine Learning, LLC and the School Board of Sarasota County, FL. That the Sarasota County School Board authorize the Chairperson or Vice Chairperson and the Superintendent to execute the agreement contingent upon form approval by General Counsel.

9.2 APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF JUNIOR GREAT BOOKS (INSPIRE) SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 2-5 TEACHERSLinked attachment: APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF JUNIOR GREAT BOOKS (INSPIRE) SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 2-5 TEACHERS Official source: https://sarasotacountyschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/document/97201520-31fb-4c39-b64a-8f8deea0dead Title Approval of the purchase of JUNIOR GREAT BOOKS (INSPIRE) Supplemental instructional materials for GRADE 2-5 TEACHERS Recommendation That the Sarasota County School Board approve the purchase of the supplemental instructional materials designed for enrichment and shared inquiry for grade 2-5 teachers. Description Junior Great Books Inspire Series and accompanying nonfiction texts provide high-quality, standards-aligned supplemental instructional resources designed to strengthen students' reading comprehension, critical thinking, and collaborative discussion skills. Through engaging literary and informational texts, students participate in evidence-based reading, writing, and inquiry experiences that build vocabulary, deepen understanding of complex texts, and support Florida's B.E.S.T. Standards. These resources will enhance Tier 1 literacy instruction, provide enrichment opportunities for students, and promote meaningful student discourse across elementary classrooms. Gap Analysis Current elementary supplemental instructional resources provide strong support for grade-level instruction and intervention; however, there is a limited availability of high-quality enrichment materials specifically designed to extend learning for students who have demonstrated proficiency of grade-level standards. During teacher-led small group instruction and WIN (What I Need) time, educators often have robust intervention resources but lack comparable materials that promote deeper thinking, analysis, inquiry, and application for students who are ready for additional challenge. The addition of these supplemental resources will provide teachers with standards-aligned opportunities to differentiate instruction, ensuring all students continue to experience academic growth through rigorous reading, discussion, and problem-solving experiences that extend and enrich grade-level expectations while remaining connected to Florida's B.E.S.T. Standards. Previous Outcomes SY25-26 All Schools ELA Proficiency ELA Learning Gains

Grade 3 73 76

Grade 4 69 61

Grade 5 72 70