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3 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Board Room Lee County Public Education Center 2855 Colonial Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33966-1012 (239)334-1102 www.Leeschools.net A. Order of Business Subject 1. Call to Order - Mr. Armor Persons, Board Chair Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category A. Order of Business Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of the Agenda as the Order of Business. Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category A. Order of Business Type Action Recommended Action Approval of the Agenda as the Order of Business. File Attachments Motion & Voting Approval of the Agenda as the Order of Business. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Jada Fleming. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 3. Invocation - Ms. Debbie Jordan Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category A. Order of Business Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 4. Presentation of Colors and Pledge of Allegiance - Mrs. Melisa W. Giovannelli Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category A. Order of Business Type Procedural File Attachments B. Acknowledgements Subject 1. Character Word for April: Integrity - Mr. Armor Persons - Board Chair Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category B. Acknowledgements Type Information File Attachments 26_April_Integrity.jpg (390 KB) C. Recognitions Subject 1. Superintendent's Florida Prepaid Scholarship Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category C. Recognitions Type Recognition For 36 years, the Florida Prepaid College Board has managed the largest and most successful prepaid program of its kind. More than 1.2 million families have saved for college with Florida Prepaid College Plans, and more than 626,000 students have attended college using Prepaid Plans. The following four students will be recognized for each being awarded an $8,000 scholarship from Florida Prepaid. The recipients submitted an application that was then reviewed by an internal committee that then made awardee recommendations to the Superintendent. The students all plan to go into the education field and teach right here in Lee County. The recipients are: Kaitlyn Goebel, Riverdale High School Jaylynn Lusk, Riverdale High School Daniela Olmos, Fort Myers High School Wren Palmer, Fort Myers High School Zoelis Vargas, Lehigh Senior High School The School Board and the Superintendent are pleased to recognize and congratulate these students as the 2025 winners of the Florida Prepaid Superintendent Scholarship . [Contact Person: Holly Mathews, Deputy Chief of Staff ] File Attachments Subject 2. 2026 Sunshine State Scholars Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category C. Recognitions Type Recognition The Sunshine State Scholars Recognition Program for high school students began in 1997 to recognize excellence in mathematics and science. It has since evolved into a program designed to recognize Florida’s top high school science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) students and recruit them to pursue their postsecondary education in Florida. Throughout September and October each year, every school district selects their top STEM 11th grade students based on established criteria. In March, our Lee County Sunshine State Scholars, along with their parents, traveled to Orlando for a two-day program. There, they received recognition for their achievements, talked with STEM industry leaders about careers and internships, and met with representatives from Florida’s colleges and universities to learn about programs of study and available scholarships. The School District of Lee County is pleased to announce this year’s Lee County Sunshine State Scholars and Alternate: Austin Summy (Scholar), Fort Myers High School Alexis Davis (Scholar), Fort Myers High School Sarah King (Scholar), Riverdale High School Sara Huda (Alternate), Fort Myers High School The School Board and Superintendent are pleased to recognize Austin, Alexis, Sara, and Sarah as this year’s Lee County Sunshine State Scholars and alternate. We are proud of the accomplishments of these students and wish them the best in all of their future endeavors. [Contact Person: Dr. Nathan Shaker, Chief Academic Officer] File Attachments Subject 3. 71st Annual Florida State Science and Engineering Fair Winners Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category C. Recognitions Type Recognition The 71st Annual State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida was held in Lakeland, FL from March 31st - April 2nd, 2026. Among the students from Southwest Florida that participated, the following students from The School District of Lee County received high honors. Mason Huffman of Cape Coral High School, received 3rd place in his category for the project titled Strengthening Middle School Mathematics Through an AMC 8 Workshop: A Study of Student Learning Gains. Nishini Fernando of Dunbar High School, received 3rd place in her category for the project titled Investigating the Apoptotic Mechanisms Activated in Glioblastoma Cells by Pre-Screened Cytotoxic Plants: Innovations for Novel Drug Discovery. Alyssa Liu of Cypress Lake Middle, received 2nd Place and Thermo Fisher Nominee in her category for the project titled Hydrogen-Using Plasma to Analyze Seawater Electrolysis The Board Members and Superintendent are pleased to recognize and congratulate Mason, Nishini, and Alyssa on their truly world-class STEM accomplishments and thank these students for representing The School District of Lee County so well at this State academic competition. [Contact Person: Dr. Nathan Shaker, Chief Academic Officer] File Attachments D. Information E. Public Comment Subject 1. Information for Public Participation at Board Meetings [School Board Policy 0169.1] Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category E. Public Comment Type Procedural Action and Special Meeting Public Comment Opportunities Comments on the Agenda: During the action and special meetings, individuals will have the opportunity to address any matter on the agenda. Public comment shall occur at the designated time on the agenda. General Comments Regarding the School District: Individuals will have an opportunity to address the School Board on any other matter relevant to the operation of the School District. Comment on Board Member Motion If a motion is made by a Board member and seconded to take action not in response to a recommendation, of the Superintendent, or Board Attorney as noted on the agenda, an opportunity will be provided for individuals to comment on the subject of the motion after the Board's discussion on the motion and before the vote is taken. This opportunity will not be required if the matter addressed in the motion will be placed on a subsequent agenda before final action is taken. Opportunities will not be extended for individuals to comment on administrative or ministerial motions such as adjourning meetings or extending public comment. **The above information can be found in Sections B. and C. of the following School Board Policy. 0169.1 - PUBLIC PAR TICIPATION AT BOARD MEETINGS The School Board recognizes the value to school governance of public comment on educational issues and the importance of allowing members of the public to express themselves on school matters of community interest. To maintain orderly conduct and proper decorum at its meetings, this policy sets forth the Board's viewpoint-neutral rules related to public input at Board meetings, which are limited public forums. Members of the public shall be given a reasonable opportunity to be heard on a proposition before the Board. For purposes of the policy, a proposition is an item before the Board for a vote, and includes, but is not necessarily limited to, all items on the agenda noted as unfinished business, consent, and nonconsent. A proposition may also include a vote on a motion to rescind or to amend action previously taken, but does not generally include items on the special agenda. A proposition does not include items wherever found on the agenda upon which the Board votes in its quasi-judicial capacity. The opportunity to be heard need not occur at the same meeting at which the Board takes official action on the proposition if the opportunity occurs at a meeting that is during the decision-making process and is within reasonable proximity in time before the meeting at which the Board takes the official action. This policy does not prohibit the Board from maintaining orderly conduct or proper decorum in a public meeting. No Board action shall be taken on requests made during public discussion unless the Board declares the matter to be an emergency in accordance with current law. Any other requests that the Board chooses to take action on shall be placed on an agenda for a subsequent meeting. The requirement for public comment on action items does not apply to: an official act that must be taken to deal with an emergency situation affecting the public health, welfare, or safety in compliance with the requirements would cause an unreasonable delay in the ability of the Board to act; an official act involving no more than a ministerial act, including, but not limited to, approval of minutes, Board reorganization and ceremonial proclamations; a meeting that is exempt from F.S. 286.011 (the Public Meetings Law); or a meeting at which the Board is sitting in its quasi-judicial capacity. These exceptions do not affect the right of a person to be heard as otherwise required by law or Board policy. The opportunity to be heard is subject to policies adopted by the Board as follows: Procedures for an individual to use in order to inform the Board of a desire to be heard: Attendees must register their intention to participate in the public portion of the meeting upon their arrival at the meeting by completing the public comment card at the entry of the meeting hall indicating his/her support, opposition, or neutrality on a proposition; and indicating his/her designation of a representative to speak for him/her or his/her group on a proposition if s/he so chooses. All statements shall be directed to the presiding officer; no person may address or question Board members individually. Staff members shall not be expected to answer questions from the audience unless called upon by the Board Chairman (through the Superintendent) or the Superintendent. Tape or video recordings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment, or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Action and Special Meeting Public Comment Opportunities Comments on the Agenda: During the action and special meetings, individuals will have the opportunity to address any matter on the agenda. Public comment shall occur at the designated time on the agenda. General Comments Regarding the School District: Individuals will have an opportunity to address the School Board on any other matter relevant to the operation of the School District. Comment on Board Member Motion If a motion is made by a Board member and seconded to take action not in response to a recommendation, of the Superintendent, or Board Attorney as noted on the agenda, an opportunity will be provided for individuals to comment on the subject of the motion after the Board's discussion on the motion and before the vote is taken. This opportunity will not be required if the matter addressed in the motion will be placed on a subsequent agenda before final action is taken. Opportunities will not be extended for individuals to comment on administrative or ministerial motions such as adjourning meetings or extending public comment. Workshop Meeting Public Comment Opportunities Any individual who desires to address the School Board during a workshop meeting may do so at the designated time for public comment. Speakers must complete a Public Comment card on which is written the speaker’s name, contact information, and the subject the speaker wishes to address. Speakers may only address an item on the workshop meeting agenda. Professional Development, Trainings and Retreats There is no opportunity provided during Board professional development, trainings, or retreats for public comment. Public Hearing Public Comment Opportunities When it is necessary for the Board to conduct a public hearing under F.S. Chapter 120, or otherwise, to include but not limited to rule adoption, budget approval, or book challenges, individuals may only address the Board concerning the issue(s) to be addressed during the hearing. If an individual desires to address the Board concerning a matter being considered at a public hearing scheduled during a Board meeting, the individual shall be allowed to address the Board only during the public hearing. Quasi-Judicial Hearings The Board shall not receive public comment during any quasi-judicial actions including, but not limited to, imposing employee discipline, ruling on formal bid protests, debarment proceedings, charter school terminations, or collective bargaining impasse. Only the parties and their representatives shall be allowed to address the Board as provided in the relevant Board policy or Florida statute. All aspects of student expulsion proceedings shall be closed to the public. Rules Concerning Public Comment Speakers shall be called to address the Board in the order in which each have submitted a Public Comment card. Public comment shall be held at the beginning of the public comment portion of the agenda. Anyone requesting to address the Board must submit a Public Comment card prior public comment commencing. Comments on Agenda Items during Action, Special, and Workshop Meetings: Each speaker shall have one opportunity to address the Board for the specified amount of time. To ensure that the Board has the time necessary to consider the issues, the public comment portion of the meeting shall be limited to one (1) hour. Each individual shall have three (3) minutes to address the Board. If there are more than twenty (20) individuals desiring to speak, the maximum amount of time for each individual is allowed to speak shall be reduced to two (2) minutes. If more than thirty (30) individuals wish to speak, the maximum amount of time each individual is allotted to speak shall be reduced to one (1) minute. No more than sixty (60) individuals will be allowed to address the Board during the public comment portion of the meeting. Only the individual submitting the public comment card is allowed to address the Board with respect to the maximum amount of time allotted. Time may not be “yielded” to other speakers. Inappropriate or irrelevant remarks shall be ruled “out of order” by the Chairperson or Parliamentarian. Any speaker continuing with such remarks shall be required to relinquish the podium. If a speaker is advocating a specific action be taken by the Board which requires the expenditure of funds, the speaker shall reveal any financial interest in the Board taking such action. If the speaker is an employee, owner, or has a financial interest in or is related to an individual who is an employee, owner, or has a financial interest in an entity that provides the product or service being advocated, the speaker must reveal such interest. Rather than all members of groups or factions for or against a proposition addressing the Board at meetings in which a large number of individuals wish to be heard, the Board encourages representatives of such groups or factions to address the proposition in their representative capacity. If multiple members of a group wish to address the Board on the same issue, the Board may request the group to select one (1) o r more representatives, to present comment to the Board on behalf of all members concerning the relevant issue for a period of time determined by the chair, based on the number of individuals represented, to a maximum of five (5) minutes per speaker. Decorum During Board Meetings Improper conduct at Board meetings, including booing, hissing, clapping, shouting, abusive language, or threatening language shall not be tolerated; nor shall the School Board tolerate other behavior which the Chairperson, Parliamentarian, or Sergeant at Arms, considers disruptive or improper. Abusive language is defined as swearing, use of profanity, or name-calling. A statement that is threatening in nature is one containing language meant to frighten or intimidate one (1) or more specified persons into believing they will be harmed by the speaker or someone acting at the speaker's behest. Any action or noise that causes or creates an imminent threat of a disturbance or disruption, including but not limited to clapping, applauding, heckling, shouting comments from the audience, or verbal outbursts in support or opposition to a speaker or his/her remarks is prohibited. No signs or placards shall be allowed in the Board meeting. Persons exiting the Board meeting shall do so quietly. Individuals may not solicit or petition other citizens while on District property. Individuals may not distribute flyers or other documents while on District property without prior approval of the Superintendent. The Chairperson or parliamentarian may warn speakers that their comments have gone beyond the subject matter for which they had signed up to address, address matters unrelated to the School District business, or otherwise violate this policy. Speakers are expected to show respect during public comment and understand that Board meetings are for official government business. The Chairperson may recess the meeting if a speaker persists in addressing irrelevant topics or violating any rules within this policy. Following a warning, any person making impertinent or slanderous remarks or engaging in boisterous behavior which the Chairperson or Sergeant at Arms determines or constitutes an actual or an imminent threat of a disturbance or disruption shall be barred from further appearance before the Board for the balance of the meeting. Personal cellular telephone conversations while in the room when the Board meeting is being conducted are not permitted. Such conversations are permitted only during meeting breaks or recess. Ringers must be set to silent mode to avoid disruption of proceedings. Individuals, including those on the dais, must exit the chambers to answer incoming cell phone calls. Whenever a public speaker's comments raise legal issues that may adversely impact the Board or the District, the Board's parliamentarian may provide verbal instruction or guidance to the Board. The time limit on public comment may be extended by a majority vote of the Board. The Board may move where the public comment period is on the agenda or extend the public comment time in a workshop meeting if it is the majority will of the Board. Speakers shall confine their remarks to educationally relevant issues. They shall address the Board through the Chairperson. The comments shall be respectful. If an individual continues to violate rules at Board meetings, the Chairperson may issue a warning that continued violation will result in removal from the meeting. If the individual continues to violate rules after being warned, the Chairperson or Sergeant at Arms may order the individual removed from the meeting. Speakers shall adhere to the rules established by the Board by State statute. It is unlawful and a second-degree misdemeanor to knowingly disrupt or interfere with a Board meeting. The Sergeant at Arms has the authority to remove anyone from the Board meeting as deemed necessary to keep decorum, avoid meeting disruption, and for safety concerns. The Chairperson or the majority of the Board may call for a recess or an adjournment to another time when the lack of public decorum so interferes with the orderly conduct of the meeting to warrant such action. Any person who feels that the subject matter has not been adequately covered in the time allotted may present additional information in writing. The Chairperson shall authorize deviations from the above rules if necessary to accommodate reasonably an individual with a disability. Revised 11/27/23 Revised 11/19/24 Revised 2/4/25 Revised 6/3/25 Legal F.S. 286.011 F.S. 286.0114 File Attachments F. Consent - Board Office Subject 1. Approval of the Official Minutes of School Board Meetings Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category F. Consent - Board Office Type Action (Consent), Minutes Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action Approval of the Official Minutes of School Board Meetings, as presented. In compliance with Florida Statutes § 1001.42, the minutes of the School Board meetings are to be submitted for approval. Minutes of the following School Board meetings: March 10, 2026 - School Board Workshop March 10, 2026 - School Board Meeting April 1, 2026 - School Board Special Meeting (Closed Attorney/Client Session) April 1, 2026 - School Board Special Meeting There are 4 PDF attachments. File Attachments March 10, 2026 School Board Workshop Minutes - DRAFT.pdf (170 KB) March 10, 2026 School Board Mtg Minutes - DRAFT.pdf (179 KB) April 1, 2026 School Board Special Mtg Minutes - Closed Attorney-Client Session - DRAFT.pdf (79 KB) April 1, 2026 - School Board Special Mtg Minutes - DRAFT.pdf (160 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 2. Approval of Board Member Travel to the Federal Legislative Advocacy in Washington, D.C. Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category F. Consent - Board Office Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $2,165.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source The estimated amount of $2,165.00 will be paid from the Board Office budget. Recommended Action Approval of Board Member travel expenses to Washington, D.C., to attend Federal Legislative Advocacy. There is 1 PDF Attached. [Contact Person: Holly Mathews, Deputy Chief of Staff ] File Attachments Federal Agenda 05.18-05.21.26.pdf (443 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 3. Approval to Appoint Board Members to the 2026-2027 Florida School Board Association Advocacy Committee Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category F. Consent - Board Office Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budget Source There is no fiscal impact to the District for this approval. Recommended Action Approval to Appoint Board Member Vanessa Chaviano as the Florida School Board Association Advocacy Liaison and Board Member Debbie Jordan as the Alternate, for the term of one year, July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. During the April 14, 2026, School Board Workshop, the Board will discuss the annual selection of the Florida School Board Association (FSBA) request for Board Members to serve on their Advocacy Committee representing the District as the liaison and an alternate. The term is for one year, and runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Members serving on the advocacy committee may then volunteer to be selected for FSBA's Legislative subcommittees . *This item will be revised pending the Board discussion at the Workshop. 4/14/2026 - 4:01 PM - Item updated based on Board consensus during workshop. File Attachments Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano G. Consent - Board Auditor H. Consent - Executive Services I. Consent - Academic and Student Services Subject 1. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Florida Lions Eye Clinic, Inc. Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category I. Consent - Academic and Student Services Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budget Source There is no cost to the District. Recommended Action Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with the Florida Lions Eye Clinic, Inc. to provide eye examinations and eyeglass vouchers to eligible underserved individuals at selected school sites with no cost to the District. The agreement is effective upon signature by the authorized officials from both parties and will remain in effect for ​three ​(3) ​years ​​and ​may ​renew ​upon ​written ​mutual ​agreement ​of ​the ​parties ​for ​up ​to ​two ​(2) ​additional, ​consecutive ​one ​(1) ​year ​terms.​ Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute all related documents. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Florida Lions Eye Clinic, Inc (FLLEC) to provide eye examinations and eye glass vouchers to eligible underserved individuals at selected school sites in Lee County Florida. Examinations will include assessment of the student's optical/sensory system, including refractive status and prescription of eyeglasses if indicated, evaluation of the oculomotor system, and assessment of eye health. This MOU is at-will and may be modified by mutual consent of authorized officials from FLLEC and Lee County School District (LCSD). This MOU shall become effective upon signature by the authorized officials from FLLEC and LCSD and will remain in effect for ​three ​(3) ​years ​or until modified or terminated by any one of ​the partners by mutual consent. After ​the ​initial ​term, ​FLLEC ​and ​LCSD ​may ​renew ​upon ​written ​mutual ​agreement ​of ​the ​parties ​for ​up ​to ​two ​(2) ​additional, ​consecutive ​one ​(1) ​year ​terms, ​or ​a ​new ​executed ​agreement.​ There is 1 PDF attached. [Contact Person: Dr. Nathan Shaker, Chief Academic Officer] File Attachments Florida Lions Eye Clinic Inc MOU Signed 3.6.pdf (267 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 2. Approval to Piggyback Orange County Public Schools ITB2201011 – Marching Band Uniforms Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category I. Consent - Academic and Student Services Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $175,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Up to $175,000.00 will be funded from budgeted School/Department funds. This agenda item is specifically for the approval of the piggyback. Funds will only be expended within the existing resources of the applicable locations. Recommended Action Approval to piggyback Orange County Public Schools ITB2201011, for Marching Band Uniforms, awarded to DeMoulin Brothers & Company in Greenville, Illinois; Fruhauf Uniforms, Inc., in Wichita, Kansas; Ictus Limited, Inc., in Ocala, Florida; and Stanbury Uniforms, LLC in Brookfield, Missouri, for the period of April 27, 2026 through April 26, 2027, for up to $175,000.00, with an option to cancel if deemed to be in the best interest of the District. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute all related documents. Orange County Public Schools ITB2201011, for Marching Band Uniforms, was awarded to DeMoulin Brothers & Company in Greenville, Illinois; Fruhauf Uniforms, Inc., in Wichita, Kansas; Ictus Limited, Inc., in Ocala, Florida; and Stanbury Uniforms, LLC in Brookfield, Missouri, for the period of April 27, 2022 through April 26, 2026 with a final renewal through April 26, 2027. This contract supports the purchase of marching band uniforms. Each year, two high schools receive funding for new marching band uniforms. In the 2026-2027 school year, Cypress Lake High School and South Fort Myers High School will purchase new uniforms. In addition, replacement uniforms and accessories such as gloves, shakos and plume feathers can be purchased as needed for all schools. It is recommended the Board approve this piggyback, for up to $175,000.00, for the period of April 27, 2026 through April 26, 2027, with an option to cancel if deemed to be in the best interest of the District. [Contact Person: Dr. Nathan Shaker, Chief Academic Officer] File Attachments Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Subject 1. Approval of the 24-25 Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Program Amendment 1 Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $254,081.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source If approved and awarded, the grant will provide $254,081.00 for program costs (including $00.00 in indirect costs). There is no additional direct cost to the District. Recommended Action Approval of the 24-25 Workforce Development Incentive Grant Amendment 1 requesting $254,081.00 for program costs (including $00.00 in indirect costs) and no additional direct cost to the District. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute related documents when required by funder and to approve normal and customary accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll processes to maintain continuity of federal and state grant expenditures during fiscal year changes and other technical transitions. Any processes so approved by the Superintendent will represent best practices, and will conform to funding agency regulations. Background Information The Department of Grants and Program Development is submitting the 24-25 Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant Amendment 1 to the Florida Department of Education, a State agency, under the provisions of School Board Policy 6110. Authorization: This program is authorized by the following funding source: This grant program is authorized under State Statute ( s.1011.801, F.S.; s.1001.44,F.S. ) Related grant documents and plans may be updated during the project period to reflect ongoing changes in needs assessments, demographics, funder requirements, and other normal and customary aspects of grants management. Project Abstract The renovations for the Veterinary Assisting Program at Mariner High School cost less than estimated and would like to utilize it for software and computer equipment that ended up costing more than anticipated. Also, they need more non-capitalized equipment and supplies as opposed to capitalized equipment due to not having a vet on staff to invest in higher end equipment. The remodeling and renovations for the Environmental Water program at Cypress Lake High School cost less than estimated. The remaining funds will be reallocated to support curriculum-related technology needs, including testing materials and exam vouchers. The Aquaculture Program at Island Coast High School doesn’t have a need for textbooks. Those allocated funds to shift to non-cap equipment to augment the equipment needs and keep the funds dedicated to enhancing and expanding the aquaculture program. The anticipated costs for the Agritechnology Program at Bonita Springs High School were less than expected. The left over funds from non-cap furniture, textbooks, tech rentals, and supplies will shift to renovations to provide a shade structure for the students. There is better pricing to be able to purchase non-cap equipment for the TV Production Program at Bonita Springs High School. Shifting what is left in supplies, non-cap computer hardware, and non-cap tech-related equipment to non-cap equipment will help to utilize funds for the most appropriate and necessary items. The Agritechnology program at Gateway High School needs to move funds from remodel/renovations and cap furniture & equipment for supplies and non-cap equipment to best outfit the program to continue to grow. The Nursing Assistant (Acute and Long-Term Care) Programs at the charter schools (Coronado, Island Park, and North Nicolas) need to reallocate the funds to more efficiently spend them on training kits, manikins, EKG machines, training and registration fees. This can be accomplished by moving funds from cap furniture & equipment to supplies, non-cap fun and equipment, professional and tech services, and dues & fees. Staffing Summary The amendment proposal does not provide funding for positions. There are 3 PDF attachments. [Contact Person: Edward Mathews, Associate Superintendent, Adult, Career, Technical, and Alternative Ed. ] File Attachments 360_LeeCountySchoolDistrict_9-12CTE_24-25_CAPGRANT-150 - Signed.pdf (55 KB) 360_LeeCountySchoolDistrict_9-12CTE_24-25_CAPGRANT-151.pdf (229 KB) 360_SchoolDistrictofLeeCounty_9-12CTE_24-25_CAPGRANT_ProgramEquipmentPurchase Amend.pdf (249 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 2. Approval of Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education - Amendment 4 Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $66,198.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source If approved and awarded, the grant will provide $66,198.00 for program costs (including $1,594.00 in indirect costs). There is no additional direct cost to the District. Recommended Action Approval of the Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education Grant requesting $66,198.00 for program costs (including $1,594.00 in indirect costs) and no additional direct cost to the District. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute related documents when required by funder and to approve normal and customary accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll processes to maintain continuity of federal and state grant expenditures during fiscal year changes and other technical transitions. Any processes so approved by the Superintendent will represent best practices, and will conform to funding agency regulations. Background Information The Department of Grants and Program Development is submitting the Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education Grant Amendment to the Florida Department of Education, a state agency, under the provisions of School Board Policy 6110. Authorization: This program is authorized by the following funding source: This grant program is authorized under Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, 20 U.S.C.9201 et seq. Related grant documents and plans may be updated during the project period to reflect ongoing changes in needs assessments, demographics, funder requirements, and other normal and customary aspects of grants management. Project Abstract This amendment is a budgetary transfer of $69,615 to account for transfer of funds within approved account lines. Additional funds have been added to previously approved account lines to support the purchase of Chromebooks to aid in the instruction of students receiving AGE services. Funds have also been increased in technology related rentals to allow for purchase of additional CASAS eTest licenses that are needed to fulfill our student pre/post testing requirements for the remainder of the 2025-2026 program year. Staffing Summary (The grant [amendment] proposal does not provide positions. {Then remove the following table.}) There are 2 PDF attachments. [Contact Person: Edward Mathews, Associate Superintendent, Adult, Career, Technical, and Alternative Ed. ] File Attachments Lee AGE_A4_FY25_DOE150 - Signed.pdf (277 KB) Lee AGE 24-25 A4.pdf (339 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 3. Approval of FY26 Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Grant - Amendment 4 Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $10,725.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source If approved, the grant amendment will move $10,725 for program costs including 31.00 of indirect cost. There is no additional direct cost to the District. Recommended Action Approval of the Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Grant requesting $10,725.00 be moved for program costs and no additional direct cost to the District. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute related documents when required by funder and to approve normal and customary accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll processes to maintain continuity of federal and state grant expenditures during fiscal year changes and other technical transitions. Any processes so approved by the Superintendent will represent best practices, and will conform to funding agency regulations. Background Information The Department of Grants and Program Development is submitting the Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Grant to the Florida Depart of Education, a state agency, under the provisions of School Board Policy 6110. Authorization: This program is authorized by the following funding source: This grant program is authorized under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, 20 U.S.C.9201 et seq. Related grant documents and plans may be updated during the project period to reflect ongoing changes in needs assessments, demographics, funder requirements, and other normal and customary aspects of grants management. Project Abstract This amendment is a budgetary transfer of $11,565 to account for transfer of funds within approved account lines. Additional funds have been added to previously approved account lines to support the purchase of Chromebooks to aid in the instruction of students receiving IELCE services. Funds have also been increased to allow for the purchase of additional technology related supplies to aid in the instruction of students receiving IELCE services. Staffing Summary (The grant [amendment] proposal does not provide positions. {Then remove the following table.}) There are 2 PDF attachments. [Contact Person: Edward Mathews, Associate Superintendent, Adult, Career, Technical, and Alternative Ed. ] File Attachments Lee IELCE 24-25 A4.pdf (340 KB) Lee IELCE_A4_FY25_DOE150 - Signed.pdf (266 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 4. Approval of The Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida, Inc. Data Sharing Agreement Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source There is no fiscal impact to the District for this approval. Recommended Action Approval of The Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida, Inc Data Sharing Agreement PreK F.A.S.T. Progress Monitoring scores for VPK PreK students at private providers. This data is needed to plan and identify eligible students for the required Summer Bridge Program. There is no cost associated with this agreement. Florida’s Summer Bridge Program is established by rule 6A-6.0530 and is supported by HB 5101. The program is intended to help eligible students to prepare for kindergarten. The Public School District is required to invite all eligible students that have completed VPK and will be entering Kindergarten for the FY27 school year. This includes students that are enrolled at private provider VPK centers. To qualify for the Summer Bridge Program students must score at or below the 10 th percentile rank on the Spring Reading F.A.S.T. assessment. The MOU with the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida, Inc. will allow the coalition to share the assessment results of students that are eligible for the Summer Bridge Program attending VPK at a private provider VPK centers. This will ensure that eligible students are notified and provided the opportunity to attend the program. The School District will ensure that only those personnel that have a legitimate education interest will have access to the information as required under Florida Statute 1002 There is 1 PDF attached. [Contact Person: Edward Mathews, Associate Superintendent, Adult, Career, Technical, and Alternative Ed. ] File Attachments 2026.03.23 Signed by SBA 26-27 Data Sharing Agreement - The Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida, Inc.pdf (203 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 5. Approval of the Head Start Transportation Waiver Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source There is no fiscal impact to the program or the District. Recommended Action Approval of the Head Start Transportation Waiver for 2026-2027. The Head Start Program Performance Standards state that a program that provides transportation services must comply with all provisions of providing transportation services. A Head Start Preschool Program may request to waive a specific requirement of providing transportation services, in writing, to the Office of Head Start, as part of the programs annual application. The School District of Lee County (SDLC) Head Start Program is requesting a transportation waiver for preschool children, with requirements related to child restraint systems 1303.71(d) and 1303.72(a)(1) and bus monitors at 1303.72(a)(4) to ensure that all Head Start preschool children are provided the opportunity to utilize the SDLC Elementary School bus transportation system. There are 2 PDF attachments. [Contact Person: Edward Mathews, Associate Superintendent, Adult, Career, Technical, and Alternative Ed. ] File Attachments Transportation Waiver FY27 (4).pdf (120 KB) 04.16.2026 - Board Chair Approval Statement Transportation Waiver.pdf (285 KB) 05.12.2026 - Board Chair Transportation Waiver Approval Statement Minutes as Attachment.pdf (285 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 6. Approval of the Head Start-Early Head Start 2026-2027 New Grant Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $10,741,455.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source If approved and awarded, the grant will provide $10,741,455 for program costs (including $319,241.00 in indirect costs). There is no additional direct cost to the District. Recommended Action Approval of the Head Start-Early Head Start 2026-2027 New Grant to provide services that support early learning and development, health, and family well-being for children's growth from birth to age 5. If approved and awarded, the grant will provide $10,741,455 for program costs (including $319,241.00 in indirect costs) with no additional direct cost to the District. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute related documents when required by funder and to approve normal and customary accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll processes to maintain continuity of federal and state grant expenditures during fiscal year changes and other technical transitions. Any processes so approved by the Superintendent will represent best practices, and will conform to funding agency regulations. Background Information; The Department of Grants and Program Development is submitting the Head Start-Early Head Start grant to the Office of Head Start, an office of the Administration for Children and Families, a federal agency, under the provisions of School Board Policy 6110. Authorization: This program is authorized by the following funding source: This grant program is authorized under The Head Start Act , as amended. U.S Code Citation: 42 USC 9801 et seq. Related grant documents and plans may be updated during the project period to reflect ongoing changes in needs assessments, demographics, funder requirements, and other normal and customary aspects of grants management. Project Abstract: The program provides support for children's growth from birth to age 5 through services that support early learning and development, health, and family well-being. Head Start staff actively engage parents, recognizing family participation throughout the program as key to strong child outcomes. Services are available at no cost to children ages birth to 5 for eligible families. Head Start preschool services are available to families with children ages 3 to 5. Early Head Start services are available to families with children ages birth to 3, and expectant families. Head Start-Early Head Start delivers child development services in center-based child care settings. Eligible children and families receive high-quality services in safe and healthy settings to prepare them for school and life. The grant proposal provides for positions listed in the Head Start/Early Head Start Budget (EHS) Attachment Page. There are 5 PDF attachments. [Contact Person: Edward Mathews, Associate Superintendent, Adult, Career, Technical, and Alternative Ed. ] File Attachments HS-EHS NCC Grant Application 2026-2027 FINAL.pdf (243 KB) HS Grant FY27 Budget Sheet (1).pdf (70 KB) EHS Grant FY27 Budget Sheet (1).pdf (68 KB) 04.16.2026 - Board Chair Approval Statement.pdf (292 KB) 05.12.2026 - Board Chair Approval Statement Minutes as Attachment.pdf (285 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 7. Approval of Agreement with Instructure, Inc. for Canvas Learning Management System at Lee Virtual School Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category J. Consent - School Choice and Administration Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $51,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Funding is provided through the Lee Virtual School General Fund, specifically generated via Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) student enrollment and course completions. The total expenditure for the Canvas Learning Management System agreement with Instructure, Inc. shall not exceed $51,000. Recommended Action Approval of Agreement with Instructure, Inc. for Canvas Learning Management System at Lee Virtual School to provide high-quality digital learning environments that prepare students for success. The term of this agreement is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with a not to exceed amount of $51,000.00. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute all related documents. The School District of Lee County is committed to providing high-quality digital learning environments that prepare students for success in a modern world. By transitioning Lee Virtual School to the Canvas Learning Management System , the District is offering full-time K-12 virtual students a more streamlined, user-friendly platform that aligns with the technology used across our secondary schools and local colleges. This move ensures a consistent experience for students and families while supporting our district-wide college and career readiness initiatives. Furthermore, this transition from the previous FLVS platform to Canvas allows the District to maximize resources, resulting in a significant cost savings while maintaining rigorous instructional standards. The term of this agreement is July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 with a not to exceed amount of $51,000.00. There is 1 PDF attached. [Contact Person: Edward Mathews, Associate Superintendent, Adult, Career, Technical, and Alternative Ed. ] File Attachments 2026.03.11 Signed by ASBA 2026 to 2027 Order Form - Instructure, Inc.pdf (596 KB) Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano K. Consent - Strategy L. Consent - Business Services Subject 1. Approval of Expenditure for ITB No. B257502DB – Customized Apparel and Accessories Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category L. Consent - Business Services Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $600,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Up to $600,000.00 will be funded from budgeted School/Department funds. This agenda item is specifically for the approval of the expenditures. Funds will only be expended within the existing resources of the applicable locations. Recommended Action Approval of expenditure for ITB No. B257502DB, for Customized Apparel and Accessories, awarded to 4imprint, Inc., in Oshkosh, WI; Bordova Outfitters LLC, in Linden, NJ; BSN Sports, LLC, in Dallas, TX; Clever Promotional Products LLC, in Lehigh Acres, FL; DCP Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Image Depot Express, in Lakeland, FL; Educational Products, Inc., in Carrollton, TX; Fresh Prints Miami, LLC, in Lake City, FL; Jostens, Inc. d/b/a Neff, in Owatonna, MN; Lasting Impressions Promotions, Inc., Canton, MI; Life's A Logo Express Yourself, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; Matteo Graphics, Inc., in Cape Coral, FL; Matteo Marketing, LLC, in Cape Coral, FL; MediaSource, in Fort Myers, FL; Omega Marketing Group, Inc. d/b/a Uniform Wizard, in Saint Cloud, FL; Prison Rehabilitative Industries Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a PRI Enterprises, in Brandon, FL; Print Spark LLC, in Fort Myers, FL; Sallee Promotions, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; SP Designs & MFG, in Cape Coral, FL; The Adversity Academy Leadership Development Group, in Boca Raton, FL; and The Doheny Group LLC d/b/a Doheny Promo, in Port Charlotte, FL, for up to $600,000.00, for the second year of the base contract period of May 7, 2026 through May 6, 2027, pursuant to the same terms and conditions as previously approved by the Board. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute all related documents. Invitation to Bid No. B257502DB is for Customized Apparel and Accessories. Services and products include purchasing and customization of apparel and accessory items that include, but are not limited to, t-shirts, polos, sweats, outerwear, ball caps, headwear, and other school related items at discounted prices. On May 6, 2025, this ITB was awarded to 4imprint, Inc., in Oshkosh, WI; Bordova Outfitters LLC, in Linden, NJ; BSN Sports, LLC, in Dallas, TX; Clever Promotional Products LLC, in Lehigh Acres, FL; DCP Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Image Depot Express, in Lakeland, FL; Educational Products, Inc., in Carrollton, TX; Fresh Prints Miami, LLC, in Lake City, FL; Jostens, Inc. d/b/a Neff, in Owatonna, MN; Lasting Impressions Promotions, Inc., Canton, MI; Life's A Logo Express Yourself, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; Matteo Graphics, Inc., in Cape Coral, FL; Matteo Marketing, LLC, in Cape Coral, FL; MediaSource, in Fort Myers, FL; Omega Marketing Group, Inc. d/b/a Uniform Wizard, in Saint Cloud, FL; Prison Rehabilitative Industries Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a PRI Enterprises, in Brandon, FL; Print Spark LLC, in Fort Myers, FL; Sallee Promotions, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; SP Designs & MFG, in Cape Coral, FL; The Adversity Academy Leadership Development Group, in Boca Raton, FL; and The Doheny Group LLC d/b/a Doheny Promo, in Port Charlotte, FL, for a three-year period, beginning May 7, 2025 through May 6, 2028, with renewal options for three additional one year periods, upon the written agreement of the Vendors and the District. It is recommended the Board approve up to $600,000.00 for the second year of the base contract period of May 7, 2026 through May 6, 2027, pursuant to the same terms and conditions as previously approved by the Board. [Contact Person: Sarah Cox, Chief Financial Officer] File Attachments Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 2. Approval of Expenditure for ITB No. B257501DB – Custom Items, Incentives, and Promotional Products Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category L. Consent - Business Services Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $1,000,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Up to $1,000,000.00 will be funded from budgeted School/Department funds. This agenda item is specifically for the approval of the expenditures. Funds will only be expended within the existing resources of the applicable locations. Recommended Action Approval of expenditure for ITB No. B257501DB, for Custom Items, Incentives, and Promotional Products, awarded to 1 Touch Printing, in Winter Haven, FL; 4imprint, Inc., in Oshkosh, WI; American Fundraising Services, Inc. d/b/a American School Partners, in Tampa, FL; Any Print and Promo/Signarama-Cape Coral, in Cape Coral, FL; BSN Sports, LLC, in Dallas, TX; Clever Promotional Products LLC, in Lehigh Acres, FL; Cole's Screen Printing, in Germantown, TN; JR Purch Inc. d/b/a Crown Trophy of Cape Coral, in Cape Coral, FL; DCP Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Image Depot Express, in Lakeland, FL; Fred's Award World, in Fort Myers, FL; Fyre Marketing LLC, in Madeira Beach, FL; Jostens, Inc. d/b/a Neff, in Owatonna, MN; Life's A Logo Express Yourself, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; Matteo Graphics, Inc., in Cape Coral, FL; Matteo Marketing, LLC, in Cape Coral, FL; MediaSource, in Fort Myers, FL; Sallee Promotions, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; SDI Innovations, Inc. d/b/a School Datebooks, in Lafayette, IN; Smart Print Creations LLC, in Jacksonville, FL; SP Designs & MFG, in Cape Coral, FL; The Doheny Group LLC d/b/a Doheny Promo, in Port Charlotte, FL; The Little Sign Company, Inc., in Naples, FL; and Zheng Commerce, in Miami, Fl, for up to $1,000,000.00, for the second year of the base contract period of May 7, 2026 through May 6, 2027, pursuant to the same terms and conditions as previously approved by the Board. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute all related documents. Invitation to Bid No. B257501DB is for Custom Items, Incentives, and Promotional Products. Services and products include purchasing and customization of items that include, but are not limited to, awards, banners, lanyards, name tags, trophies, student planners, and other school related products and incentives at discounted prices. On May 6, 2025, this ITB was awarded to 1 Touch Printing, in Wione-yearen, FL; 4imprint, Inc., in Oshkosh, WI; American Fundraising Services, Inc. d/b/a American School Partners, in Tampa, FL; Any Print and Promo/Signarama-Cape Coral, in Cape Coral, FL; BSN Sports, LLC, in Dallas, TX; Clever Promotional Products LLC, in Lehigh Acres, FL; Cole's Screen Printing, in Germantown, TN; JR Purch Inc. d/b/a Crown Trophy of Cape Coral, in Cape Coral, FL; DCP Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Image Depot Express, in Lakeland, FL; Fred's Award World, in Fort Myers, FL; Fyre Marketing LLC, in Madeira Beach, FL; Jostens, Inc. d/b/a Neff, in Owatonna, MN; Life's A Logo Express Yourself, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; Matteo Graphics, Inc., in Cape Coral, FL; Matteo Marketing, LLC, in Cape Coral, FL; MediaSource, in Fort Myers, FL; Sallee Promotions, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; SDI Innovations, Inc. d/b/a School Datebooks, in Lafayette, IN; Smart Print Creations LLC, in Jacksonville, FL; SP Designs & MFG, in Cape Coral, FL; The Doheny Group LLC d/b/a Doheny Promo, in Port Charlotte, FL; The Little Sign Company, Inc., in Naples, FL; Treasure Coast Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Treasure Coast Mats, in Vero Beach, FL; and Zheng Commerce, in Miami, Fl, for a three-year period, beginning May 7, 2025 through May 6, 2028, with renewal options for three additional one-year periods, upon the written agreement of the Vendors and the District. It is recommended the Board approve up to $1,000,000.00 for the second year of the base contract period of May 7, 2026 through May 6, 2027, pursuant to the same terms and conditions as previously approved by the Board. Treasure Coast Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Treasure Coast Mats, in Vero Beach, FL, is unable to fulfill the contract due to personal reasons. [Contact Person: Sarah Cox, Chief Financial Officer] File Attachments Motion & Voting Approved as part of the Consent Agenda. Motion by Samuel Fisher, second by Vanessa Chaviano. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Yea: Samuel Fisher, Melisa Giovannelli, William Ribble, Debbie Jordan, Armor Persons, Jada Fleming, Vanessa Chaviano Subject 3. Approval to Piggyback Hernando County Schools ITB No. 23-785-40 – Classroom Instructional Materials, Supplies and Equipment Catalog Discounts Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM* Category L. Consent - Business Services Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $500,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Up to $500,000.00 will be funded from budgeted School/Department funds. This agenda item is specifically for the approval of the piggyback. Funds will only be expended within the existing resources of the applicable locations. Recommended Action Approval to piggyback Hernando County Schools ITB No. 23-785-40, for Classroom Instructional Materials, Supplies and Equipment Catalog Discounts, awarded to multiple vendors with locations in Lee County, FL, including Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; and The Original Seat Sack Company in Naples, FL, for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, for up to $500,000.00, with an option to cancel if deemed to be in the best interest of the District. Approval authorizes the Superintendent to execute all related documents. Hernando County Schools ITB No. 23-785-40, for Classroom Instructional Materials, Supplies and Equipment Catalog Discounts, was awarded to multiple vendors with locations in Lee County, FL, including Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc., in Fort Myers, FL; and The Original Seat Sack Company in Naples, FL, for the period of July 25, 2023 through July 24, 2026, with an anticipated renewal through July 24, 2027. This contract supports the ability to purchase classroom instructional materials, supplies and equipment at a catalog discount. This piggyback bid is utilized by the District’s bookkeepers for a variety of products including, but not limited to, classroom equipment/supplies, Title 1 supplies, science and art suppl