School Board Meeting

Page 1 Minutes April 28, 2026 School Board Meeting 5:30 PM 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 (Via TEAMS) Stephen Dye, Board Attorney Kevin Pendley, General Counsel Present Chair Spray called the Meeting to order at 5:30 PM and stated that Board Member Choate was in attendance remotely via TEAMS. 2) READING OF THE DISTRICT VISION The District Vision was read by Chair Spray. 3) INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Reggie Goff. 4) COLOR GUARD Color Guard presentation was provided by Parrish Community High School and escorted by LT Colonel Wilson. Student Cadets included the following: Cadet Private First Class James Stephenson Cadet Sergeant First Class Bethany Ryder Cadet Major Mia Falcone Cadet Seargeant First Class Virginia Carpenter 5. VETERAN LED PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5.1 Veteran Led Pledge of Allegiance

Page 2 Superintendent Breslin introduced Navy Veteran Joseph Miller to lead the district in the Pledge of Allegiance and presented him with a United States flag that has been flown over the US Capital. 6) APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 6.1 Motion to Approve the Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Heather Felton SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Chad Choate (viaTEAMS) The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Wednesday April 22, 2026, to update the Executive Summary and add attachment Shared Facilities Agreement MSO - PAL to New Business (Non-Consent) item Approval of the Shared Facilities Agreement with Manatee Sheriff’s Office and the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Manatee County (EDEP Program Funds)-Updated 4/22/2026. Agenda amended Wednesday April 22, 2026, to updated title and add attachment March 31, 2026 Board Workshop Minutes to Approval of the Minutes item. Agenda amended Friday April 24, 2026, to add attachment to Reports and Presentation item School Start Time Community Feedback. Agenda amended Friday April 24, 2026, to add attachment to Reports and Presentation item Exceptional Student Education Department Updates. 7) APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 7.1 Approval of March 10, 2026, School Board Meeting Minutes and March 31, 2026, School Board Workshop Minutes RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Chad Choate (viaTEAMS) 8) STUDENT CELEBRATIONS / RECOGNITIONS 8.1 Celebrating All-State Recognition for Students and Band Directors Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Mr. Ricardo Robinson-Shinall who introduced the following students selected for Florida’s All State Music Ensembles: • Ayleen Perez – Elementary Chorus – Braden River Elementary • Jiana Medina – Elementary Chorus – Virgil Mills Elementary • Jo Zhaya Sanchez – Elementary Chorus – Virgil Mills Elementary • Alexa Helton – Symphonic (11–12) Band – Braden River High School • Alexandra Urbina – High School Concert Chorus – Manatee High School • Ava Macy – Senior High SSAA Chorus – Manatee High School • Bryce Jandula – High School Concert Chorus – Parrish Community High School • Hamilton Gonzalez Briceno – High School Honor Band – Southeast High School • Jake Armstrong – Senior High TTBB Chorus – Braden River High School • John Franco – High School Concert Chorus – Braden River High School

Page 3 • Julie DeMoranville – Senior High SSAA Chorus – Palmetto High School • Lani Le – 7th & 8th Grade Honor Band – Dr. Mona Jain Middle School • Layla Le – Concert (9–10) Band – Lakewood Ranch Senior High School • Logan Buckley – Middle School Mixed Chorus – R. Daniel Nolan Middle School • Lyrick Gaddis – Middle School Treble Chorus – Rowlett Middle Academy • Mark Marinkovic – High School Concert Chorus – Parrish Community High School • Michelle Lupescu – High School Concert Chorus – Braden River High School • Owen Glynn – High School Concert Chorus – Lakewood Ranch Senior High School • Paul Close – High School Concert Chorus – Braden River High School • Ryan Schaefer – Symphonic (11–12) Orchestra – Parrish Community High School • Sergio Lloyd-Toro – Symphonic (11–12) Orchestra – Parrish Community High School Also celebrated were the following teachers who received special recognition from their professional organizations for their outstanding contributions to music education: • Mr. Michael Kawala - Buffalo Creek Middle School Band Director, was the recipient of the Tom Bishiop Award from the Florida Bandmasters Association. • Dr. John Wilkerson – Lakewood Ranch High School Band Director, received the Citation of Excellence Award and the Outstanding Jazz Educator Award from the National Band Association 8.2 Manatee History Day Winners Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Mr. Matthew Woodside, Curator, Manatee Village Historical Park. Mr. Woodside introduced the following winners of the Manatee History Day award: • Mackenzie Walker (not in attendance) • Elizabeth Bentz • Luciana Palmtag 8.3 Recognition of Student Athletes Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Coach Hebert and student Zoey Morelli from Parrish Community High School who placed at the State Weightlifting championship. Ms. Hebert highlighted the following accomplishments of Ms. Morelli, from the State Weightlifting Competition: • State Record in Olympic Division with 315-pound total to win the 110-pound division • State Placed - Second Place - in the Traditional Division 8.4 MSTV Interns Spotlight Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Mr. Carl Shelton, Manager of Live Video Production, who provided the history of the new MSTV internship program. Mr. Shelton spoke highly of the team who began under the leadership of Mr. Matt Messenger, and now run by Mr. Shelton, as well as their impressive learning curve and willingness to change the shape of the district’s intern opportunities. Mr. Shelton introduced the following district students currently employed with the internship program: • Pierce Fenton • Joseph "Jammer" Manarite - MTC student • Brooklynn Deckman • Remus Hornsby • Tommy Leiser • Parth Tripathi • Mike Krayesky 8.5 Project Heart Program Recognition

Page 4 Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Latrina Singleton, Director of Federal Programs and Grants, who introduced Brenda Rossi, Program Specialist, and Mr. Nick Savalo, College and Career Readiness counseling, Project HEART. Both guests spoke regarding the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act and the support for students and families that exist in Manatee County and the surrounding areas. Board members held discussions and asked questions throughout the discussion and presentation. There was a check presentation of $15,000.00 on behalf of the Bishop Parker Foundation and the Henson Fund to provide 31 High School Seniors scholarships for the pursuit of their degrees. 9) PUBLIC COMMENT Chair Spray called a brief recess at 6:42 PM and reconvened the meeting at 6:52 PM. 10) REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 10.1 Exceptional Student Education Department Updates Mr. Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services, introduced Mr. Joshua Bennett, Director of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and team. Mr. Bennett provided an overview of the ESE Department updates including the following topics: Exceptional Student Education Update “Championing All Students” • ESE - FAPE, IDEA and Access • Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) o Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 • 2025-2026 Allocations o ESE Teacher Allocations • Student Outcomes and Progress • Alternative Assessment Monitoring ESSA • Graduation Data and Graduation Rate • Celebrating Student Athletes • Celebrating Student Artists • Project Edge • Family and Community Engagement • Professional Learning and Capacity Building • Behavior and Student Supports • Specialized Programs • Financial and Resource Stewardship • Additional Department Supports • Vision “Be a Champion for Every Learner’ The Board asked questions and held discussion throughout the presentation. 10.2 School Start Time Community Feedback Mr. Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services, and Mr. Willie Clark, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, provided a review of the Manatee County school start time community feedback. The presentation included the following information: Manatee County School Start Times • Survey Demographics

Page 5 • 15 Minute Later School Start and End Time Shift Survey Questions and Results. • High School Bell Time Change o Data and Cost differences • Meeting the Requirements of Rule 6A-1.0455 The Board asked questions and held discussion throughout the presentation. 11) CONSENT ITEMS 11.1 Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 1. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) 2. Approval of the Report of Teachers' Out-of-Field Content, Reading, and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval of the Renewal Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee, P.A. for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical College (MTC) Medical Assisting Students for the 2026-2029 School Years (No Financial Impact) 4. Approval of the Renewal Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Intercoastal Medical Group, Inc. for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical College (MTC) Medical Assisting Students for the 2026-2029 School Years (No Financial Impact) 5. Approval of the Renewal and Revision of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement Between Technical Education Council LLC and the School Board of Manatee County Through Manatee Technical College (MTC) (Workforce Funding) 6. Approval of the Articulation Agreements with the University of South Florida and State College of Florida for Dual Enrollment Coursework, SDMC No. 27-0005-BS, Estimated in the Amount of $950,000.00 (General Fund) 7. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Manatee Education Foundation and the School District of Manatee County to Provide Funds Awarded from United Way Suncoast Summer Care Grant (Incoming Grant Funds) 8. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Vehicles (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund) 9. Approval of the Use of State of Florida Contract on Furniture, All Types, SDMC No. 26- 0119-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $1,000,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 10. Approval of the Request for Proposal on Aquatic Control Services, SDMC No. 26-0112- MR, Estimated in the Amount of $250,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds)

Page 6 11. Approval of the Use of Sourcewell Contract on Grounds Maintenance Equipment and Related Attachments, SDMC No. 26-0118-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $350,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 12. Approval of Bayshore High School, Southeast High School, Daughtrey Elementary School, and Horizons Academy Administration Office Enhancements Change Order 1 Final Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes, Inc. dba Tandem Construction Decrease in the Amount of $148,041.17 for a Total Guaranteed Maximum Price of $1,658,244.61 (Capital Funds) 13. Approval of Miller Elementary and Lincoln Middle School Lobby Administrative Office Enhancements Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes Inc. Dba. Tandem Construction, Amendment 1 Increase in the Guaranteed Maximum Price in the Amount $872,152.03 (Multiple Funding Sources) 14. Authorization to Negotiate Construction Management At-Risk Services (CM) Moody Elementary Campus Renovations (No Financial Impact) 15. Approval of Haile Middle School Classroom Addition and Renovation Change Order 5, Final Agreement Between Owner and Halfacre Construction Company, Decrease in the Amount of $3,415.85 (Capital Funds) 16. Approval of Palma Sola Elementary School Campus Renovations Partial Substantial Completion Phase 1 Building Sections E, D, and C (No Financial Impact) 17. Approval of Manatee Technical College Aviation Hangar Agreement between Owner and 18. Johnson-Laux Construction, LLC Amendment 1 EDA Contract Provisions at an Increased Cost of $152,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 19. Approval of Manatee Technical College Aviation Hangar Agreement between Owner and Schenkel & Shultz, Inc. Amendment 2 EDA Contract Provisions at an Increase of $152,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 20. Approval of Miller Elementary Drive Project Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes Dba Tandem Construction, in the Amount of $448,926.43 (Capital Funds) 21. Veterans Elementary School Encroachment Agreement (No Financial Impact) 22. Approval of the Agreed Upon Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between School District of Manatee County (SDMC) and American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1584 for Pay Adjustment for Critical Shortage Positions in the Amount of $80,852.21 (General Fund and Millage Referendum) 23. Revision of the Job Description and Position of Supervisor, AV Engineer to Supervisor, Broadcast Operations and A/V Engineering (No Financial Impact) 24. Approval of the Revised Job Descriptions and Position of Principal and Assistant Principal at Elementary, Middle, and High Schools (No Financial Impact)

Page 7 25. Revision of the Job Description and Position of Supervisor, Food and Nutrition Services Purchasing (No Financial Impact) 26. Revision of the Job Descriptions and Position of Coordinator, Health Education to Coordinator, Nursing Program (No Financial Impact) 27. Approval of the Proposal on Food Supply and Distribution Services, SDMC No. 27-0009- KD, Estimated in the Amount of $17,500,000.00 (Food Service Fund) 12) PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 13) NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 14) NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT) 14.1 Motion to approve the New Job Description and Position of Specialist, Gifted (Teacher on Assignment) (Multiple Funding Sources Offset by Position Reduction) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided a brief overview of the new job description. 14.2 Motion to approve the New Job Description and Position of Student Recruiter, Manatee Technical College RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided an overview of the new job description. 14.3 Motion to Approve the New Job Description and Position of Data Analyst (Multiple Funding Sources Offset by Position Reduction) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided an overview of the funding for the new position. 14.4 Motion to approve the Reclassification of the Job Description and Position of Lead Guardian to Security Manager (Multiple Funding Sources) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Heather Felton SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided an overview of the changes to the job description. 14.5 Motion to Approve the Reclassification of the Job Description and Position of Human Resources Specialist I (Multiple Funding Sources)

Page 8 RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Heather Felton SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided an overview of the changes to the job description. 14.6 Motion to Approve the Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Finance Department (Multiple Funding Sources) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided an overview of the jobs’ reclassification. 14.7 Motion to Approve the Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Department of Maintenance and Operations (Multiple Funding Sources) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided an overview of the jobs’ reclassification. 14.8 Motion to Approve the Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Departments of School Bus Transportation (Multiple Funding Sources) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin provided an overview of the jobs’ reclassification. 14.9 Motion to Approve the Shared Facilities Agreement with Manatee Sheriff’s Office and the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Manatee County (EDEP Program Funds) RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Heather Felton SECONDER: Chad Choate AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Superintendent Breslin delivered an overview of the recent workshop and shared insights concerning the partnership between the PAL and the School District. After multiple board members posed questions and requested additional information, Colonel Pat Cassella, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, addressed and clarified information regarding the agreement and MOU. Board Chair Spray commented on the proposed contract and described the process leading to the current stage of collaboration between the District, PAL, and County, and reiterated her request for School Board member representation on the governing Board of PAL. Ms. Felton requested clarification of contract wording, provided direct examples, and sought further explanation regarding certain sections. Information and discussion took place regarding such information with Col. Cassella and Chair Spray.

Page 9 Mr. Kennedy expressed his support for the agreement and extended his appreciation to the team for their efforts in fostering partnership and engaging the community. After Mr. Tatem made a request for clarification from the legal team, lawyers Dye and Pendley verified that the contract was legally sufficient and expressed their approval of its terms. Mr. Choate conveyed his support for the agreement and enthusiasm for the partnership among all stakeholders involved. Colonel Cassella spoke regarding the vision of PAL to create a community center to support future generations that will include education and sports. Mr. Dye noted scriveners’ errors in the contract and stated it would be corrected prior to final signatures to the document. 15) NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMENDATION) 15.1 Motion to Name the New High School “AAA” as Rangeland High School RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Heather Felton SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem The Board held discussion regarding the naming of the new high school and moved forward with the vote to name the school Rangeland High School. 16) CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT IF NECESSARY 17) INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 17.1. Third Amendment to iHola! Elementary Charter School Program (CSP) Grant 17.2. School Safety Requirements and Monitoring Reports 2025-2026 Quarter 3 (No Financial Impact) 18) UPDATES INSTRUCTION UPDATE Mr. Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services, updated the Board on the following: • School Updates • Exam updated • Graduation dates • All District VPK classrooms held a Fieldtrip to the SOAR lab OPERATIONS UPDATE Mr. Willie Clark, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, updated the board on the following: • Human Resources / recent and upcoming operations job fairs • Food and Nutrition Services • School construction • Technology upgrades at multiple schools to include transportation and training LEGAL UPDATE

Page 10 19) SUPERINTENDENT REMARKS Superintendent Breslin provided the following update to the Board: • Noted upcoming graduation ceremonies • Shared her excitement for testing to see the progress the students have made this year • Thanked Board for approval of Consent agenda – highlighted multiple items • Shared feedback from the recent Student Advisory Board event 20) BOARD COMMENTS Board Member Choate • Expressed appreciation to the staff for organizing student celebrations Board Member Felton • Updated Board regarding recent and upcoming District visits • Thanked staff for hard work at the recent School District of Manatee County job fair • Noted excitement for upcoming graduation ceremonies Board Member Kennedy • Expressed appreciation to the staff and superintendent for the meeting • Thanked District Legal Counsel Kevin Pendley for his hard work and wished him well on his future Vice-Chair Tatem • Safety update • In honor of Month of the Military Family, Mr. Tatem presented a brief video • Presented Board Clerk with a gift of appreciation Chair Spray • Expressed gratitude to staff for production of the meeting 21) ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, Chair Spray adjourned the Meeting at 8:33 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.

1. CALL TO ORDER 2. READING OF THE DISTRICT'S VISION - Spray 3. INVOCATION - Mr. Reggie Goff 4. COLOR GUARD - Parrish Community High School 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 1. Approval of the Agenda Amendments - added after publishing 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 School Board Workshop -updated 4/22/2026 8. STUDENT CELEBRATIONS 1. Celebrating All-State Recognition for Students and Band Directors 2. Manatee History Day Winners 3. Recognition of Student Athletes 4. MSTV Interns Spotlight 5. Project Heart Program Recognition 9. 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 Agenda Updated 4/22/2026 April 28, 2026 School Board of Manatee County Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 PM Walter Miller School Support Center Board Room Times Indicated are Approximate 1

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 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. 10. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Exceptional Student Education Department Updates - updated 4/24/2026 2. School Start Time Community Feedback -updated 4/24/2026 11. 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 Report of Teachers' Out-of-Field Content, Reading, and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval of the Renewal Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee, P.A. for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical College (MTC) Medical Assisting Students for the 2026-2029 School Years (No Financial Impact) 4. Approval of the Renewal Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Intercoastal Medical Group, Inc. for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical College (MTC) Medical Assisting Students for the 2026-2029 School Years (No Financial Impact) 5. Approval of the Renewal and Revision of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement Between Technical Education Council LLC and the School Board of Manatee County Through Manatee Technical College (MTC) (Workforce Funding) 6. Approval of the Articulation Agreements with the University of South Florida and State College of Florida for Dual Enrollment Coursework, SDMC No. 27-0005-BS, Estimated in the Amount of $950,000.00 (General Fund) 7. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Manatee Education 2

Foundation and the School District of Manatee County to Provide Funds Awarded from United Way Suncoast Summer Care Grant (Incoming Grant Funds) 8. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Vehicles (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund) 9. Approval of the Use of State of Florida Contract on Furniture, All Types, SDMC No. 26- 0119-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $1,000,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 10. Approval of the Request for Proposal on Aquatic Control Services, SDMC No. 26-0112- MR, Estimated in the Amount of $250,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds) 11. Approval of the Use of Sourcewell Contract on Grounds Maintenance Equipment and Related Attachments, SDMC No. 26-0118-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $350,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 12. Approval of Bayshore High School, Southeast High School, Daughtrey Elementary School, and Horizons Academy Administration Office Enhancements Change Order 1 Final Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes, Inc. dba Tandem Construction Decrease in the Amount of $148,041.17 for a Total Guaranteed Maximum Price of $1,658,244.61 (Capital Funds) 13. Approval of Miller Elementary and Lincoln Middle School Lobby Administrative Office Enhancements Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes Inc. Dba. Tandem Construction, Amendment 1 Increase in the Guaranteed Maximum Price in the Amount $872,152.03 (Multiple Funding Sources) 14. Authorization to Negotiate Construction Management At-Risk Services (CM) Moody Elementary Campus Renovations (No Financial Impact) 15. Approval of Haile Middle School Classroom Addition and Renovation Change Order 5, Final Agreement Between Owner and Halfacre Construction Company, Decrease in the Amount of $3,415.85 (Capital Funds) 16. Approval of Palma Sola Elementary School Campus Renovations Partial Substantial Completion Phase 1 Building Sections E, D, and C (No Financial Impact) 17. Approval of Manatee Technical College Aviation Hangar Agreement between Owner and Johnson-Laux Construction, LLC Amendment 1 EDA Contract Provisions at an Increased Cost of $152,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 18. Approval of Manatee Technical College Aviation Hangar Agreement between Owner and Schenkel & Shultz, Inc. Amendment 2 EDA Contract Provisions at an Increase of $152,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 19. Approval of Miller Elementary Drive Project Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes Dba Tandem Construction, in the Amount of $448,926.43 (Capital Funds) 20. Veterans Elementary School Encroachment Agreement (No Financial Impact) 21. Approval of the Agreed Upon Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between School District of Manatee County (SDMC) and American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1584 for Pay Adjustment for Critical Shortage Positions in the Amount of $80,852.21 (General Fund and Millage Referendum) 22. Revision of the Job Description and Position of Supervisor, AV Engineer to Supervisor, Broadcast Operations and A/V Engineering (No Financial Impact) 23. Approval of the Revised Job Descriptions and Position of Principal and Assistant Principal at Elementary, Middle, and High Schools (No Financial Impact) 24. Revision of the Job Description and Position of Supervisor, Food and Nutrition Services 3

Purchasing (No Financial Impact) 25. Revision of the Job Descriptions and Position of Coordinator, Health Education to Coordinator, Nursing Program (No Financial Impact) 26. Approval of the Proposal on Food Supply and Distribution Services, SDMC No. 27- 0009-KD, Estimated in the Amount of $17,500,000.00 (Food Service Fund) 12. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 13. NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 14. NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT ITEMS) 1. Approval of the New Job Description and Position of Specialist, Gifted (Teacher on Assignment) (Multiple Funding Sources Offset by Position Reduction) 2. Approval of a New Job Description and Position of Student Recruiter, Manatee Technical College (Workforce Funding) 3. Approval of the New Job Description and Position of Data Analyst (Multiple Funding Sources Offset by Position Reduction) 4. Reclassification of the Job Description and Position of Lead Guardian to Security Manager (Multiple Funding Sources) 5. Reclassification of the Job Description and Position of Human Resources Specialist I (Multiple Funding Sources) 6. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Finance Department (Multiple Funding Sources) 7. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Department of Maintenance and Operations (Multiple Funding Sources) 8. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Departments of School Bus Transportation (Multiple Funding Sources) 9. Approval of the Shared Facilities Agreement with Manatee Sheriffs Office and the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Manatee County (EDEP Program Funds) - Updated 4/22/2026 15. NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATION) 1. Approval to Name the New High School Rangeland High School 16. CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY) 17. INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 1. Third Amendment To iHola! Elementary Charter School Program (CSP) Grant 2. School Safety Requirements and Monitoring Reports 2025-2026 Quarter 3 (No Financial Impact) 18. UPDATES A. INSTRUCTION UPDATE B. OPERATIONS UPDATE C. LEGAL UPDATE 19. SUPERINTENDENT REMARKS 20. BOARD COMMENTS 4

21. ADJOURNMENT 5

AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.1 School Board of Manatee County April 28, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Approval of the Agenda Amendments - added after publishing Executive Summary The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Wednesday April 22, 2026, to update the Executive Summary and add attachment Shared Facilities Agreement MSO - PAL to New Business (Non-Consent) item Approval of the Shared Facilities Agreement with Manatee Sheriffs Office and the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Manatee County (EDEP Program Funds)-Updated 4/22/2026. Agenda amended Wednesday April 22, 2026, to updated title and add attachment March 31, 2026 Board Workshop Minutes to Approval of the Minutes item. Agenda amended Friday April 24, 2026, to add attachment to Reports and Presentation item School Start Time Community Feedback. Agenda amended Friday April 24, 2026, to add attachment to Reports and Presentation item Exceptional Student Education Department Updates. 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 recommends the approval of the agenda amendments. Financial Impact There is no financial impact to amending the agenda. Contact Submitting Department: School Board 6

AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.1 School Board of Manatee County April 28, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 School Board Workshop -updated 4/22/2026 Executive Summary Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 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 Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 School Board Workshop. Financial Impact No Financial Impact. Contact Initiating Department: School Board Attachments: March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting Minutes March 31, 2026 Board Workshop Minutes - added after publishing 7

Page 1 Minutes March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting 5:30 PM 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 Kevin Pendley, General Counsel Present Chair Spray called the Meeting to order at 5:30 PM. 2) READING OF THE DISTRICT VISION The District Vision was read by Vice Chair Tatem. 3) INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Brother Samuel Tillis. 4) COLOR GUARD Color Guard Presentation was provided by Manatee High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Cadets (JROTC). Escorting the JROTC cadets was Major Ebony Star and 1st Sergeant Quinton Harris. Attending cadets were as follows: Cadet Marlene Vegara Cadet Amberly Lopez Cadet Carla Perez Cadet Jocelyn Castillo-Serna 5. VETERAN LED PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5.1 Veteran Led Pledge of Allegiance 8

Page 2 Superintendent Breslin introduced Veteran Vincent Fields to lead the district in the Pledge of Allegiance and presented them with a United States flag that has been flown over the US Capital. 6) APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 6.1 Motion to Approve the Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chad Choate SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Friday, March 6, 2026 to add Presentation Advanced Studies and Acceleration to Reports and Presentation item Advanced Opportunities and College / Career Readiness. 7) APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 7.1 Approval of February 3, 2026 School Board Workshop Minutes and February 10, 2026 School Board Meeting Minutes RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 8) STUDENT CELEBRATIONS / RECOGNITIONS 8.1 Celebration of Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Ms. Dawn Stanhope CEO and President of Manatee Boys and Girls Club. In attendance for recognition by Ms. Stanhope were the following: • Ms. Shaylnn J., Youth of the Year, presented her winning speech to the Board. • Ms. Kiya H., Junior Youth of the Year. Also in attendance were the families of Shaylnn J. and Kiya H. 8.2 Math Superstars Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Alison Nichols, Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, who then introduced Dawn Becker and Rene Wittenbrook. Math Superstars in attendance were from the following schools: • Lake Manatee K-8 – Cooper and Andres • King Middle School – Bridget T. 8.3 VEX Team Recognition Alison Nichols, Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, introduced Lynn Johnston, District STEM Coordinator who introduced VEX Robotics World Championship teams from the following schools: • McNeal Elementary School • Willis Elementary School • STEM Teacher of the Year award Mr. Tom Rugis from Gene Witt Elementary School 9

Page 3 8.4 Recognition of Student Athletes Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Manatee High School Weightlifting Coach Rich Lanskey. Coach Lanskey presented two-time state championship winner Sherrickia King. Also in attendance were family members and high school staff. Ms. Carson introduced Braden River’s Women Weightlifting coach Jordan Borges and the State Championship women’s team: • Coach Jordan Borges • Assistant Coach Ashley Avellan and Stacia King • Fatima Munoz • Hailie Parker • Emery Wittman • Angelina Nguyen • Maria Guerra-Ramirez • Camilla Mohammadbhoy • Leighton Paul • Isabella Garcia • Ellen Lehman • Evelyn Paul • Payton Mangay-Ayam • Emily “Alora” Parcells • Taylor Ford • Emery Wittman • Joei Fulghum • Sophie Page • Payton Hirst • Jaaziah Hood • Chloe Pogoda • Jeaniya Edwards • Emmy Seavey • Riley McGee 8.5 Celebrating District Students – National Merit Finalists Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced the following District’s National Merit Finalists • Kevin Chen, Braden River High School • Richard L, Manatee High School • Benjamin Barr, Palmetto High School Also in attendance were the family members and High School Staff of the National Merit Finalists. 9) PUBLIC COMMENT 10) REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 10.1 Advanced Opportunities and College / Career Readiness Mr. Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services, introduced the following staff members to present a presentation regarding advanced opportunities in college and career readiness: • Ms. Sharon Scarbrough, Executive Director of High Schools 10

Page 4 • Dr. Chuck Fradley, Executive Director of Middle Schools • Ms. Tiffany Spradling, Director of Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Included in the presentation were the following topics: Advanced Studies and Acceleration • Who’s Who of SDMC Advanced Studies • Advanced Placement (AP) o Cambridge AICE (AICE) o International Baccalaureate (IB) o Dual Enrollment (DE) o Pre-AP, Pre-AICE, Pre-IB • Opportunities for Students and Schools • Middle School Pathways for advanced Studies Success o Programming and Participating Schools • 6-8 Rigorous Course Enrollment • MS Algebra 1 and Geometry Enrollment • High School Advanced Studies Offerings o Programing and Participating Schools • 9-12 Advanced Studies Course Enrollment • AP Course Enrollments • AP Testing • 2025 AP Honor Roll Recognitions • AP Testimonial • AICE Course Enrollments • AICE Testing • Cambridge AICE Student Recognitions o Cambridge Scholar Award with Merit o Cambridge Scholar Award • AICE Testimonial • IB Course Enrollment • IB Testing o IB Testimonial • DE Course Enrollment o DE Testimonial • Advanced Coursework Funding • 2025-2026 Academic Acceleration Supplement • Class of 2025 by the Numbers The Board asked questions and held discussion throughout the presentation. 11) CONSENT ITEMS 11.1 Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Chad Choate AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 1. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) 11

Page 5 2. Approval of the Report of Teachers' Out-of-Field Content, Reading, and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the 2025-2026 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B, K-12, Entitlement Amendment 1, in the Amount of a Decrease of $104,826.90 (Incoming Grant Funds) 4. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Preschool Entitlement Amendment 2, in the Amount of $172,325.56 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 5. Approval of Affiliation Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Gannon University from March 10, 2026 through February 24, 2029 (No Financial Impact) 6. Approval of the Use of the School Board of Brevard County Bid on Instructional Materials, Library Materials and Services, SDMC No. 26-0098-BS, Not to Exceed $400,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 7. Approval to Use the Region 4 ESC-TX/Omnia Partners Contract for Audio Visual Solutions and Services #25-04, SDMC No. 26-0108-KD, Estimated in the Amount of $500,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 8. Approval of the Use of The Interlocal Purchasing Systems (TIPS) Proposal on Trades, Labor, and Materials, SDMC No. 25-0104-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $140,000.00 (Capital Funds) 9. Approval of the Bid on Irrigation Systems- Installation and Repair Services, SDMC No. 26-0066-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $200,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds) 10. Approval of Florida Department of Education - Florida Inventory of School Houses - Certification of Facilities Data (No Financial Impact) 11. Approval of Rye Ranch Elementary School Permanent Florida Power and Light Utility Easement (No Financial Impact) 12. Approval of Tara Elementary School - Classroom Addition and Renovation - Change Order 4 - Agreement Between Owner and Creative Contractors, Increase in the Amount of $189,415.32 (Capital Funds) 13. Approval of the Anna Maria Elementary Guy Harvey Dock, Agreement Between Owner and Reno Boyd Building Co, in the Amount of $7,414.00 (Capital Grant Funds) 14. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Position of Educator, Health and Well- Being (Cost Savings to General Fund) 15. Revisions of Job Descriptions from Information Technology, Assessment, Budget, and ESE Departments (No Financial Impact) 12) PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 13) NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 12

Page 6 14) NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT) 14.1 Approval of the Budget Amendments for January 2026 RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chad Choate SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Ms. Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services, provided an overview of the Budget amendments from January 2026. 15) NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMENDATION) 16) CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT IF NECESSARY 17) INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 17.1. Year to date Financial Statements through January 31, 2026 17.2. Year to date Charter School Financial Statements Summary through January 31, 2026 Ms. Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services, provided an overview of both District and Charter School Financial Summaries. Ms. Sellers updated the Board regarding two Charter Schools that have consistent deficits in their unrestricted general fund balances. The two charter schools are Visible Men Academy, and Oasis Charter School. Ms. Sellers stated that Visible Men Academy has been in a deficit since June 2025 and has been presented with a letter in October 2025, noticing the deficiency of their financial condition and requesting a corrective action plan from the governing Board and noticing the state Department of Education. Ms. Sellers stated that Oasis Charter School has been financially deficient since October 2023 and has been noticed with multiple requests for corrective action plans and state DOE notifications. The district has followed all state requirements for reporting the deficiencies and reviewed the corrective action plans but has not seen a turnaround in the financial standing of the Academy. The Charter School received a ‘growing concern’ in their audit report for FY ending June 31, 2025. The Board held discussion regarding the Charter Schools and the rules outlining this issue. After discussion, Chair Spray stated that it is time to request a presentation from Oasis Charter School to the School Board based on the length of time the school has been operating in deficit. Ms. Sellers provided additional information regarding next steps for the two charter schools. Superintendent Breslin noted the contract for the charter school.

1. CALL TO ORDER 2. READING OF THE DISTRICT'S VISION - Spray 3. INVOCATION - Mr. Reggie Goff 4. COLOR GUARD - Parrish Community High School 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 1. Approval of the Agenda Amendments - added after publishing 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 School Board Workshop -updated 4/22/2026 8. STUDENT CELEBRATIONS 1. Celebrating All-State Recognition for Students and Band Directors 2. Manatee History Day Winners 3. Recognition of Student Athletes 4. MSTV Interns Spotlight 5. Project Heart Program Recognition 9. 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 Agenda Updated 4/22/2026 April 28, 2026 School Board of Manatee County Regular Board Meeting - 5:30 PM Walter Miller School Support Center Board Room Times Indicated are Approximate 1

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 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. 10. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Exceptional Student Education Department Updates - updated 4/24/2026 2. School Start Time Community Feedback -updated 4/24/2026 11. 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 Report of Teachers' Out-of-Field Content, Reading, and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval of the Renewal Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee, P.A. for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical College (MTC) Medical Assisting Students for the 2026-2029 School Years (No Financial Impact) 4. Approval of the Renewal Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Intercoastal Medical Group, Inc. for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical College (MTC) Medical Assisting Students for the 2026-2029 School Years (No Financial Impact) 5. Approval of the Renewal and Revision of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement Between Technical Education Council LLC and the School Board of Manatee County Through Manatee Technical College (MTC) (Workforce Funding) 6. Approval of the Articulation Agreements with the University of South Florida and State College of Florida for Dual Enrollment Coursework, SDMC No. 27-0005-BS, Estimated in the Amount of $950,000.00 (General Fund) 7. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Manatee Education 2

Foundation and the School District of Manatee County to Provide Funds Awarded from United Way Suncoast Summer Care Grant (Incoming Grant Funds) 8. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Vehicles (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund) 9. Approval of the Use of State of Florida Contract on Furniture, All Types, SDMC No. 26- 0119-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $1,000,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 10. Approval of the Request for Proposal on Aquatic Control Services, SDMC No. 26-0112- MR, Estimated in the Amount of $250,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds) 11. Approval of the Use of Sourcewell Contract on Grounds Maintenance Equipment and Related Attachments, SDMC No. 26-0118-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $350,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 12. Approval of Bayshore High School, Southeast High School, Daughtrey Elementary School, and Horizons Academy Administration Office Enhancements Change Order 1 Final Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes, Inc. dba Tandem Construction Decrease in the Amount of $148,041.17 for a Total Guaranteed Maximum Price of $1,658,244.61 (Capital Funds) 13. Approval of Miller Elementary and Lincoln Middle School Lobby Administrative Office Enhancements Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes Inc. Dba. Tandem Construction, Amendment 1 Increase in the Guaranteed Maximum Price in the Amount $872,152.03 (Multiple Funding Sources) 14. Authorization to Negotiate Construction Management At-Risk Services (CM) Moody Elementary Campus Renovations (No Financial Impact) 15. Approval of Haile Middle School Classroom Addition and Renovation Change Order 5, Final Agreement Between Owner and Halfacre Construction Company, Decrease in the Amount of $3,415.85 (Capital Funds) 16. Approval of Palma Sola Elementary School Campus Renovations Partial Substantial Completion Phase 1 Building Sections E, D, and C (No Financial Impact) 17. Approval of Manatee Technical College Aviation Hangar Agreement between Owner and Johnson-Laux Construction, LLC Amendment 1 EDA Contract Provisions at an Increased Cost of $152,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 18. Approval of Manatee Technical College Aviation Hangar Agreement between Owner and Schenkel & Shultz, Inc. Amendment 2 EDA Contract Provisions at an Increase of $152,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 19. Approval of Miller Elementary Drive Project Agreement Between Owner and P.J. Hayes Dba Tandem Construction, in the Amount of $448,926.43 (Capital Funds) 20. Veterans Elementary School Encroachment Agreement (No Financial Impact) 21. Approval of the Agreed Upon Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between School District of Manatee County (SDMC) and American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1584 for Pay Adjustment for Critical Shortage Positions in the Amount of $80,852.21 (General Fund and Millage Referendum) 22. Revision of the Job Description and Position of Supervisor, AV Engineer to Supervisor, Broadcast Operations and A/V Engineering (No Financial Impact) 23. Approval of the Revised Job Descriptions and Position of Principal and Assistant Principal at Elementary, Middle, and High Schools (No Financial Impact) 24. Revision of the Job Description and Position of Supervisor, Food and Nutrition Services 3

Purchasing (No Financial Impact) 25. Revision of the Job Descriptions and Position of Coordinator, Health Education to Coordinator, Nursing Program (No Financial Impact) 26. Approval of the Proposal on Food Supply and Distribution Services, SDMC No. 27- 0009-KD, Estimated in the Amount of $17,500,000.00 (Food Service Fund) 12. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 13. NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 14. NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT ITEMS) 1. Approval of the New Job Description and Position of Specialist, Gifted (Teacher on Assignment) (Multiple Funding Sources Offset by Position Reduction) 2. Approval of a New Job Description and Position of Student Recruiter, Manatee Technical College (Workforce Funding) 3. Approval of the New Job Description and Position of Data Analyst (Multiple Funding Sources Offset by Position Reduction) 4. Reclassification of the Job Description and Position of Lead Guardian to Security Manager (Multiple Funding Sources) 5. Reclassification of the Job Description and Position of Human Resources Specialist I (Multiple Funding Sources) 6. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Finance Department (Multiple Funding Sources) 7. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Department of Maintenance and Operations (Multiple Funding Sources) 8. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Positions in the Departments of School Bus Transportation (Multiple Funding Sources) 9. Approval of the Shared Facilities Agreement with Manatee Sheriffs Office and the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Manatee County (EDEP Program Funds) - Updated 4/22/2026 15. NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATION) 1. Approval to Name the New High School Rangeland High School 16. CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY) 17. INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 1. Third Amendment To iHola! Elementary Charter School Program (CSP) Grant 2. School Safety Requirements and Monitoring Reports 2025-2026 Quarter 3 (No Financial Impact) 18. UPDATES A. INSTRUCTION UPDATE B. OPERATIONS UPDATE C. LEGAL UPDATE 19. SUPERINTENDENT REMARKS 20. BOARD COMMENTS 4

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 6.1 School Board of Manatee County April 28, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Approval of the Agenda Amendments - added after publishing Executive Summary The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Wednesday April 22, 2026, to update the Executive Summary and add attachment Shared Facilities Agreement MSO - PAL to New Business (Non-Consent) item Approval of the Shared Facilities Agreement with Manatee Sheriffs Office and the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Manatee County (EDEP Program Funds)-Updated 4/22/2026. Agenda amended Wednesday April 22, 2026, to updated title and add attachment March 31, 2026 Board Workshop Minutes to Approval of the Minutes item. Agenda amended Friday April 24, 2026, to add attachment to Reports and Presentation item School Start Time Community Feedback. Agenda amended Friday April 24, 2026, to add attachment to Reports and Presentation item Exceptional Student Education Department Updates. 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 recommends the approval of the agenda amendments. Financial Impact There is no financial impact to amending the agenda. Contact Submitting Department: School Board 6

AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.1 School Board of Manatee County April 28, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 School Board Workshop -updated 4/22/2026 Executive Summary Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 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 Approval of the Minutes of the March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting and March 31,2026 School Board Workshop. Financial Impact No Financial Impact. Contact Initiating Department: School Board Attachments: March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting Minutes March 31, 2026 Board Workshop Minutes - added after publishing 7

Page 1 Minutes March 10, 2026 School Board Meeting 5:30 PM 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 Kevin Pendley, General Counsel Present Chair Spray called the Meeting to order at 5:30 PM. 2) READING OF THE DISTRICT VISION The District Vision was read by Vice Chair Tatem. 3) INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Brother Samuel Tillis. 4) COLOR GUARD Color Guard Presentation was provided by Manatee High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Cadets (JROTC). Escorting the JROTC cadets was Major Ebony Star and 1st Sergeant Quinton Harris. Attending cadets were as follows: Cadet Marlene Vegara Cadet Amberly Lopez Cadet Carla Perez Cadet Jocelyn Castillo-Serna 5. VETERAN LED PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5.1 Veteran Led Pledge of Allegiance 8

Page 2 Superintendent Breslin introduced Veteran Vincent Fields to lead the district in the Pledge of Allegiance and presented them with a United States flag that has been flown over the US Capital. 6) APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 6.1 Motion to Approve the Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chad Choate SECONDER: Charles Kennedy AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended Friday, March 6, 2026 to add Presentation Advanced Studies and Acceleration to Reports and Presentation item Advanced Opportunities and College / Career Readiness. 7) APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 7.1 Approval of February 3, 2026 School Board Workshop Minutes and February 10, 2026 School Board Meeting Minutes RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 8) STUDENT CELEBRATIONS / RECOGNITIONS 8.1 Celebration of Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Ms. Dawn Stanhope CEO and President of Manatee Boys and Girls Club. In attendance for recognition by Ms. Stanhope were the following: • Ms. Shaylnn J., Youth of the Year, presented her winning speech to the Board. • Ms. Kiya H., Junior Youth of the Year. Also in attendance were the families of Shaylnn J. and Kiya H. 8.2 Math Superstars Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Alison Nichols, Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, who then introduced Dawn Becker and Rene Wittenbrook. Math Superstars in attendance were from the following schools: • Lake Manatee K-8 – Cooper and Andres • King Middle School – Bridget T. 8.3 VEX Team Recognition Alison Nichols, Director of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, introduced Lynn Johnston, District STEM Coordinator who introduced VEX Robotics World Championship teams from the following schools: • McNeal Elementary School • Willis Elementary School • STEM Teacher of the Year award Mr. Tom Rugis from Gene Witt Elementary School 9

Page 3 8.4 Recognition of Student Athletes Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced Manatee High School Weightlifting Coach Rich Lanskey. Coach Lanskey presented two-time state championship winner Sherrickia King. Also in attendance were family members and high school staff. Ms. Carson introduced Braden River’s Women Weightlifting coach Jordan Borges and the State Championship women’s team: • Coach Jordan Borges • Assistant Coach Ashley Avellan and Stacia King • Fatima Munoz • Hailie Parker • Emery Wittman • Angelina Nguyen • Maria Guerra-Ramirez • Camilla Mohammadbhoy • Leighton Paul • Isabella Garcia • Ellen Lehman • Evelyn Paul • Payton Mangay-Ayam • Emily “Alora” Parcells • Taylor Ford • Emery Wittman • Joei Fulghum • Sophie Page • Payton Hirst • Jaaziah Hood • Chloe Pogoda • Jeaniya Edwards • Emmy Seavey • Riley McGee 8.5 Celebrating District Students – National Merit Finalists Ms. Jamie Carson, Director of Communications, introduced the following District’s National Merit Finalists • Kevin Chen, Braden River High School • Richard L, Manatee High School • Benjamin Barr, Palmetto High School Also in attendance were the family members and High School Staff of the National Merit Finalists. 9) PUBLIC COMMENT 10) REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 10.1 Advanced Opportunities and College / Career Readiness Mr. Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services, introduced the following staff members to present a presentation regarding advanced opportunities in college and career readiness: • Ms. Sharon Scarbrough, Executive Director of High Schools 10

Page 4 • Dr. Chuck Fradley, Executive Director of Middle Schools • Ms. Tiffany Spradling, Director of Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Included in the presentation were the following topics: Advanced Studies and Acceleration • Who’s Who of SDMC Advanced Studies • Advanced Placement (AP) o Cambridge AICE (AICE) o International Baccalaureate (IB) o Dual Enrollment (DE) o Pre-AP, Pre-AICE, Pre-IB • Opportunities for Students and Schools • Middle School Pathways for advanced Studies Success o Programming and Participating Schools • 6-8 Rigorous Course Enrollment • MS Algebra 1 and Geometry Enrollment • High School Advanced Studies Offerings o Programing and Participating Schools • 9-12 Advanced Studies Course Enrollment • AP Course Enrollments • AP Testing • 2025 AP Honor Roll Recognitions • AP Testimonial • AICE Course Enrollments • AICE Testing • Cambridge AICE Student Recognitions o Cambridge Scholar Award with Merit o Cambridge Scholar Award • AICE Testimonial • IB Course Enrollment • IB Testing o IB Testimonial • DE Course Enrollment o DE Testimonial • Advanced Coursework Funding • 2025-2026 Academic Acceleration Supplement • Class of 2025 by the Numbers The Board asked questions and held discussion throughout the presentation. 11) CONSENT ITEMS 11.1 Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda as Amended RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charles Kennedy SECONDER: Chad Choate AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem 1. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) 11

Page 5 2. Approval of the Report of Teachers' Out-of-Field Content, Reading, and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the 2025-2026 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B, K-12, Entitlement Amendment 1, in the Amount of a Decrease of $104,826.90 (Incoming Grant Funds) 4. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Preschool Entitlement Amendment 2, in the Amount of $172,325.56 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 5. Approval of Affiliation Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Gannon University from March 10, 2026 through February 24, 2029 (No Financial Impact) 6. Approval of the Use of the School Board of Brevard County Bid on Instructional Materials, Library Materials and Services, SDMC No. 26-0098-BS, Not to Exceed $400,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 7. Approval to Use the Region 4 ESC-TX/Omnia Partners Contract for Audio Visual Solutions and Services #25-04, SDMC No. 26-0108-KD, Estimated in the Amount of $500,000.00 Annually (Multiple Funding Sources) 8. Approval of the Use of The Interlocal Purchasing Systems (TIPS) Proposal on Trades, Labor, and Materials, SDMC No. 25-0104-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $140,000.00 (Capital Funds) 9. Approval of the Bid on Irrigation Systems- Installation and Repair Services, SDMC No. 26-0066-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $200,000.00 Annually (Capital Funds) 10. Approval of Florida Department of Education - Florida Inventory of School Houses - Certification of Facilities Data (No Financial Impact) 11. Approval of Rye Ranch Elementary School Permanent Florida Power and Light Utility Easement (No Financial Impact) 12. Approval of Tara Elementary School - Classroom Addition and Renovation - Change Order 4 - Agreement Between Owner and Creative Contractors, Increase in the Amount of $189,415.32 (Capital Funds) 13. Approval of the Anna Maria Elementary Guy Harvey Dock, Agreement Between Owner and Reno Boyd Building Co, in the Amount of $7,414.00 (Capital Grant Funds) 14. Reclassification of the Job Descriptions and Position of Educator, Health and Well- Being (Cost Savings to General Fund) 15. Revisions of Job Descriptions from Information Technology, Assessment, Budget, and ESE Departments (No Financial Impact) 12) PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 13) NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 12

Page 6 14) NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT) 14.1 Approval of the Budget Amendments for January 2026 RESULT: Adopted [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Chad Choate SECONDER: Heather Felton AYES: Chad Choate, Heather Felton, Charles Kennedy, Cindy Spray, Richard Tatem Ms. Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services, provided an overview of the Budget amendments from January 2026. 15) NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMENDATION) 16) CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT IF NECESSARY 17) INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 17.1. Year to date Financial Statements through January 31, 2026 17.2. Year to date Charter School Financial Statements Summary through January 31, 2026 Ms. Rachel Sellers, Deputy Superintendent of Business Services, provided an overview of both District and Charter School Financial Summaries. Ms. Sellers updated the Board regarding two Charter Schools that have consistent deficits in their unrestricted general fund balances. The two charter schools are Visible Men Academy, and Oasis Charter School. Ms. Sellers stated that Visible Men Academy has been in a deficit since June 2025 and has been presented with a letter in October 2025, noticing the deficiency of their financial condition and requesting a corrective action plan from the governing Board and noticing the state Department of Education. Ms. Sellers stated that Oasis Charter School has been financially deficient since October 2023 and has been noticed with multiple requests for corrective action plans and state DOE notifications. The district has followed all state requirements for reporting the deficiencies and reviewed the corrective action plans but has not seen a turnaround in the financial standing of the Academy. The Charter School received a ‘growing concern’ in their audit report for FY ending June 31, 2025. The Board held discussion regarding the Charter Schools and the rules outlining this issue. After discussion, Chair Spray stated that it is time to request a presentation from Oasis Charter School to the School Board based on the length of time the school has been operating in deficit. Ms. Sellers provided additional information regarding next steps for the two charter schools. Superintendent Breslin noted the contract for the charter school.

never too late to start learning. I as took his first class last year and maybe one day he'll be among the participants. Like many countries in Eastern Europe, Latvia has lost many young people to immigration. I list Reagan people a pass of why he loves the city and plans to stay here. >> They go ahead with this story. Gets truly a very open city that welcomes all kinds >> Good evening, everybody. Welcome to our regularly scheduled board meeting for APRIL. 28 2026. The last meeting of APRIL. I might add and I will also say that MISTER Cho is not appear he will be joining via teams. So when we see him on the screen is when he's ready to say something. And I will start with the district vision that is for me today. And it is a school district of Manatee County will be an exemplary student focus system now develops lifelong learners to be globally. Come had a tip. And with that are in Volcker Pastor Reggie Goff, who is also from our construction services to placed an >> to the CHAIRMAN Spray members of the board superintendent. All in attendance. It's. Father, we thank you for this opportunity. To invite you into our presence. As you've instructed us to pray for our leaders. We pray for this board. We pray for the superintendent, the staff. And all of those are in attendance. We pray for guidance. We pray for wisdom. We pray for protection. We pray for unity. We ask that you minister in 2 this board that they will make the decisions necessary. Father for our students. For teachers, for our staff, our community. To be the best that we can possibly be. We asked father that you continue to strengthen protect them, guard them, protect all of those who are here under the sound of my voice. We asked father that you continue to show it in our presence and we give you praise for these and other blessings in Jesus name a >> Thank you so much for that. Dr Preston is going to introduce our veterans stay. >> Thank you. MADAM Chair. So today we honored to recognize and welcome United States Navy veteran Joseph Miller to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. MISTER Miller served 4 years in the U.S. Navy and tainting the rank of petty Officer 3rd class. He was assigned to the uss Ronald Reagan and nuclear powered aircraft carrier as well as other carriers for temporary duty in the Persian Gulf. He supported the global war on terrorism to include operations, Iraqi freedom and enduring freedom. Today, this commitment to serve continues in our schools as a Blackburn elementary school, kindergarten teacher prior to his current position, he supported the community as a paraprofessional with the school district. He has a goal of becoming a school administrator. Please join me in thanking MISTER Miller Forest Service to our nation and our schools. And after the presentation of colors and welcoming welcoming him to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. >> With that this evening, we will have our parish community high school color guard who will be represented by carrying the national colors of color. Car commander, Cadet private, first place. James Stevenson, the Florida state flag is being carried by Sergeant first place. Bethenny writer and a rifle bears are cadet. Major meal out, calm and Cadet. Sergeant First place, Virginia Carpenter. >> Where is that? I pledge allegiance to the flag of United States of America to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under GOD, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Thank you, everyone. I think Doctor Preston. >> I want thank you again for your service not only to our country, but our school district has 5 has been flown over the Capitol and is given to us by Congressman Buchanan on you're Thank you very Thank you, Thank you to your family for being here as well. >> can be always nice to come to the meeting and says so many faces. >> Out here, it's going to be a great, a great day here in the With that, we will go to item number 6, which is up the approval of the agenda. I will say that the agenda had amendments to include. Agreement with police athletically. Ford minutes from the workshop. Friday was amendment for the presentations from school start times and then the e s a department updates. So those were the amendments that we had. So I'm looking for a motion to accept the agenda. I will move to accept the agenda. Second. And if do your motion yourself, thank you. The question, okay. Mascot second report him as the second or MR. Cho is here and we have MISTER Choate and we have him as a. I'm guessing your approval is a as a 5. All. Can you hear me? So you're Yes. Okay. Thank you so much for that. So you will Mark MR. Cho has. So it's just me. I guess I'm so sorry. And that has approved 5 all. Item number 7 superintendent. Thank you. MADAM Chair, the superintendent recommends approval of the minutes of the MARCH 10, 2026. >> School board meeting and the MARCH. 31 2026 school board workshop so moved. I will second. So we have a motion by MISTER Kennedy a second by MISS Belgin. And comments from board members. If you could please vote for that item. Yes. Thank you. MISTER Cho. And other board members that passes with a 5, 0, now we are to the favorite part of the meeting. Item number 8 students, celebrations, person. >> Good evening for chair vice chair board members and superintendent tonight, our symphony of celebrations is going to start a very high note by spotlighting exceptional student positions and band directors and now without missing a beat, I turned over to the man, the myth, the legend, MR. Ricardo Robinson should all. I don't know how live up to that introduction. Thank you, James. Good evening. Superintendent Breslin, tear spray and board members. Kennedy Townsend, Tatum. >> It's no secret that we have some of the best music programs and music educators in the state of Florida. But tonight we have a special opportunity to celebrate those accomplishments through the incredible achievements of our students. The journey to becoming a great musician is a long road. One filled with discipline perseverance and countless hours of practice. While some students MAY step away from performing their appreciation and love for music. Often last a lifetime on very rare occasions. However, a select few rise to the top. This evening. I have the honor of recognizing a group of school district of Manatee County students who have done just that. Out of more than 9600 talented student musicians from across the state who accepted the daunting challenge of adjusting for Florida's state music ensembles. Only 2,430 were selected statewide. And of those outstanding students. 21 proudly represent classrooms right here in Manatee County. These students are not only some of the best musicians in our district. Proven themselves to be among the best in the entire state of Florida. At this time, I would like to introduce them to you what while a few students are unable to join us tonight, due to scheduling conflicts and performances. We are proud to honor and celebrate all of their achievements, including those recognized in their absence. So when I call your name, if you hear have to stand >> a Perez from the elementary chorus at Braden River Elementary. The Ana Medina from the elementary chorus from Virgil Mills Elementary. Josiah from the elementary chorus at perch on the old one. >> Alexa health from the top Symphonic 11th and 12th grade band from Braden River. High School. Alexandra are from the high school concert course from Manatee High School. Ava MAY see from the senior high school s a chorus from Manatee High school. Rice, Jim, to left from the high school concert course from peers. Community High school. Hamilton Gonzalez been fino from the high School honor band from Southeast High School. Jake Armstrong from the senior high ttb chorus from Braden River High School. John Franco from the High School Concert chorus from Braden River High School. Julie do more and ill from the senior high school s a chorus from Palmetto High School. Loni lead from the 7th and 8th grade honor band for about the moment. Jane Little screen. And they will leave from the concert 9th and 10th grade band from Lakewood Ranch, Senior High School. Logan Buckley from the Middle School, mixed chorus from Daniel Nolan Middle School. Mark Marin covid from the High School concert course at Piers Community. High School. Michelle, the from the High School concert course from Braden River. High School. Owen Glenn from the High School concert course from Lakewood Ranch. High School. All clothes from the High School concert chorus at Braden River High School. Right and safer from the Symphonic 11th and 12th grade. The top orchestra, by the way, from Paris Community High School. And Sergio Lord at Toro also in the top Symphonic orchestra from Peers, Community High School. In the evening. You'd like to come up take a 3, and And that's fair for It >> And >> it is the celebrating our extraordinary students. I would also like to recognize the dedicated teachers to share in this achievement. It's because of their unwavering commitment. High expectations and passing for music, education that our students are able to reach remarkable heights this evening. We are also proud to honor 2 of our band directors who have received special recognition from their professional organizations for their outstanding contributions to music, education. MR. Michel Kuala Qualia band director at Buffalo Creek Middle School is a recipient of the prestigious Tom. This a word from the Florida banned Mask Association. This award is presented to ban directors who have made significant and positive impact on the band program with within a relatively short period of time. Selection criteria include dramatic improvement and concert music performance assessment ratings within one to 4 years, increased participation and outstanding results and district Solo and ensemble in Pa's and measurable growth and overall program enrollment. Tom. Award recipients are nominated by expected fda districts and selected through a competitive c# # committee process. Can graduates congratulations out. Excuse Congratulate says that this a while ago who unfortunately cannot be here with us this evening as the Buffalo Creek bands are hosting their spring concert. Our second award winning director this evening is DR. John Wilkerson band director at Lakewood Ranch High School Doctor Wilkerson has received both the Citation of Excellence Award and the outstanding Jazz Educator award from the National Band Association. These honors Representative exceptional concert and jazz educators whose ensembles demonstrate a longstanding record of distinguished achievement or to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field to ban performance, jazz and music education. DR. Wilkinson was nominated by back trim on Cheese or Florida State's here of the National Band Association. Further underscoring the significance of these recognitions. Additionally, Dr Wilkerson is being recognized in connection with the Lakewood Ranch. High School being named a twenty-twenty 6 Namm Foundation. Best communities for music, Education School Award recipient now in its 27th year. This award recognizes schools and districts nationwide for their leadership and commitment to expanding equitable access to music, education. Only 11 school districts and for individual schools in the state of Florida received this distinction and Lakewood Ranch High School is among that elite group. You thank helps them next lives number one. >> So tired of looking at me. So I'm just going to say congratulations to our Allstate musicians. They're outstanding. Teachers are award-winning band directors and the Lakewood Ranch High School. Superintendent, PRESIDENT And board members. Thank you for your continued support of the visual and performing arts in the school district Manatee County. >> We're on Sarah next celebration. And it's time to make a little history. As we shine the spotlight on Manatee History Day, a program that proves the past is past it. Crime to share details about this meaningful program and its contests is my pleasure to welcome Matthew with side, he's the curator for the Manatee Village Historical Park. Also at this time, I'd like to invite director Tiffany spradling to join us up here as well as MISTER Khan from the Lakewood Ranch, High School. >> With good evening. It's nice to be here with everybody. >> My is Matthew would set and the curator at the man to kill historic park. We are managed through the clerk of courts. Unfortunately, our deputy director of the Circle Resource Department, 15 miners, not here. And so I'm here. And here's Although this was put upon to stay open at the last minute, so I might not have as much information as Kristen might like to provide. But are here to recognize 2 I think at least won this year's competition and just a real quick overview for those park really familiar with Manatee history. Date is petition that is actually manage at this at the federal level and is known as National History Day. And it's a competition for students who aren't exactly in get us types interest. Were that go into science there but have more interest in history, civics social studies and those kinds of subjects each year at the national the operators of the program put out theme that each student will react and this year's was revolution reaction in reform and then they have 5 different categories that they react to and build their project. What is a paper has fallen paper? One exhibition board. One is a Web site, one of documentary and a performance at this year's winners. Mckenzie Walker from. Great River had make for her paper, talking about how the intention of the safety bicycle in late 18, 100's really revolutionize women's ability to become independent revolution eyes ability to not have to rely on always having a male companion or being driven by their father in leg and Chan and Douglas, 2 wonderful documentary. He is a student at a metal charter and he does documentary on the history of integration of manatee schools in the 1960's. So we're very excited that we will accompanying them next week on Sunday actually will be up there for a three-day program Tallahassee where they will compete against all the other winners for all the different counties in Florida. Winners at that level will then go on to the National History. Day competition held in JUNE, shooting in Washington, D.C. So I'm not sure we Thank you, sir. >> We are so excited about all of our participants at this time. We would like for Mackenzie to please join us. We have another participant in the board room as well. We see on a join us up here. And unfortunately, Elizabeth was not able to attend this evening due to prior engagements, but of we'd like to invite them up here to celebrate their participation. So at this time will take a another. Your phone if that's okay, It free. >> the out and thank you. >> ain't so. And we could come us. Excuse me, one second, just that Tiffany had we are is there a way that we can see their projects or mean, right this moment, but we get leverage that, Yes, can make that happen love this. But you see the documentary especially local history. That exactly Okay. Thank Note every great, sir. Thank you for that. That's why right. >> At a previous school board meeting to get some heavy lifting. If your car and recognize the strength of our student athletes. Tonight, we're adding some additional weight to the celebration by highlighting another outstanding student athlete from Parish Community. High School to share more is coach of Air. Right for you. Hi, everyone. My name is Remy, a sewing rallies. >> High school weightlifting coach. First, I would like to thank you all for having us tonight. And recognizing so Ian, off her accomplishments from this year. More than honored to for her state title in Olympic lifting. So it was actually the first in our school's history to win an individual state championship. Not only did so a place for us in Olympic lifting, but she also set a new state record for weight class. Now now just to speak a little bit Zoey's character, which really makes them so special goes far beyond what she does in the weight room and on the platform. Her dedication, resiliency and discipline is a great example to all student athletes. Not only we won the state championship this year, but more importantly, she had the highest gpa on our team 30 girls this year. She consistently get your best in everything she does inside and outside of school. I believe that Joe is a great example of what it means to be soon athlete. And I'm incredibly proud of her and honor to be in Thank you. Yours. >> All We're going get in So it was cool. My apologies. The principal, MR. Thank yous are saying >> We 1, 2, 3, One, some >> Okay. >> For our our next celebration. We're going to created crew. That's usually behind the scenes. But but as always in focus, I want to say thank you to the school board's support of stv internship program which continues to shape our district storytelling. First under leadership at Messenger. And now with Carl Shelton directing the new next chapter. I know Carl would like to share some thoughts signed by him and our crew into courtroom. >> So wait for everyone to filter in. I know most of you guys know me from behind the scenes I call most of the school board meetings. I want after taking that today. So I could be here with the interns. So we just servicing. Good evening. Members, chair school superintendent. Thank you guys for recognizing these ms tv interns. This is a program where students truly run. The program is student led the Sooners to more than just learn equipment. They take ownership. They communicate under pressure. They solve problems in real time and they support each other. Through every broadcast. And this is what makes me so proud of this group doesn't matter. The broadcast doesn't matter. The challenges were there support each other, get through it. We've seen freshman step into leadership roles. We have helped community high school, build their own programs. And I truly mean we because that when that happened with that, all the students here. I want to quickly thank some of the tv production teachers in the district. I can't name them all because we don't have a lot of time but just know every tv production teacher bring something special to this program. Trickles down to their students and they trick look to the rest of the district. And that's what's so special. It doesn't matter if you think you only have I know a few of them are here. They're teaching so much more than just their own classes, which I think is really cool about this program. So I also want to give a special shout out to Matt Messenger. His knowledge help make this program possible. He so much knowledge that I don't have about this Vance. A live issue is I'm able to call him and make sure that we can get these broadcast going. So the students are just wasting time showing up for nothing. So we very much appreciate that. Now on to what we're here for the students. So I want to recognize over here, Pierce Fenton. He is going actually not even an Internet. He's a future in turn. But the interns here have stated that he's been too many broadcast and he needs to be a part of So that's why you Watching him grow this year in ways it's been so unexpected. He's actually led broadcast as a freshman. Really cool thing. We've never had that before. Can snout right here. We have Brooklyn Declan so I hired her to be a camera operator, but she's taking her skills in front of the camera and he's taking it from field reporting 2 commentary and the last broadcast. Actually the Play-By-Play, which many of, you know, broadcasting, that's the most difficult role. And she's done it all in one year. So that's that's pretty incredible. We have timelines are next to me here. Another junior. So he has a being in charge of our ever evolving replay system another as well. I have changes replay system about 20 times in the past 18 months and every time I change it, they now need to learn this new system and teacher tell the it's really impressed to see what he's done. For seniors. One who hasn't made today, will Porter. He couldn't be here, but he's been voice broadcast for 3 years with us. And this year actually came on as an intern. So that was a lot of fun. We have Landon disponible can be here today as teacher showed up instead, MR. Out Gardner because it was 6 today, but he's started out again as a camera operator and moved on to floor director, which was so vital for us to have a lot of new things this year like a field reporting and things like that. You need that someone you trust outside of and not just in it to keep everything coordinated. We have Mike Cryan schemers Krajewski. Sorry. So bad that one he's again, another one of our replay people. He is been vital for us to grow. His creativity with the replay has really taking it to a different level. All the slowdowns and speed up kind of teaching everybody when the good moment is when the big moment actually like slow something down and not just do it for no reason. But purpose. Now, I want to recognize 2 students in particular, the first long as part of capacity. Is our I high school leader of the program watching him grow into someone who understood the equipment or from someone who just just to the equipment in the someone who can truly lead a broadcast has been amazing to witness. Seeing him go from the student who did not like to speak in the director role to some of the teachers, other students to find their voice as a director has been one of the most rewarding things. I've been a part of professionally. Rather than me brag about him. i want him to go ahead and speak quickly about the program. I wrote us on the small so thankful so first off on a start by introducing myself. Hello, I'm it was parked up at the end. Currently a senior at Southeast High School. >> I didn't actually join this program in NOVEMBER of 2024. After like the grueling application process that took like 3 months to do and then fell level what it had to offer. I was able continue interests that initially learned throughout high school. It could it continue that even higher level than in the van and various position, other position that Misty had through learning here, I was able to transfer my knowledge, the members of my own at Southeast High school in contribute an overall positive has not only do I learn more, but the people around me do as well. Like, for example, our teacher, we just got in a new tv teacher and he didn't know the most about videography broadcasting. Know about photography. So with the skills either from car was able to sort of trickle down transfer to a teacher, what does it my teachers is pretty cool and wasn't what he's got the photography aspect of it. But I was a teacher like the broadcasting, a different aspect of track at the track asked which is really fun in the program and the super specifically I've had the pleasure of meeting and talking to a bunch new people. I would not have known otherwise and again saw skills. It has gained soft skills but also relationships and connections that helped me throughout the year this year and going forward. It's what this program that I was able to tell my dream school and just want to say how grateful I am that I got to be a part of that experience for like around the what a half years I've been doing it. I want to take I want to give a big thank you to Karla specifically for taking a risk on me by Jaime for this program and helping me grow throughout this time, even before this program was even a thing who'd come to our schools and you kind of pick out. We wanted to be the first entrance. It was so special to me like to get picked. I also want to give a big thank you to Jennifer, always helping out in the band no matter what t