Main Governing Board

1 Monday, November 9, 2026 Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised 6:00 P.M. Commission Chambers Lake County Admin. Bldg. 315 W. Main St., Tavares, FL "We are 5,000 strong serving 43,000 students." 1. OPENING ITEMS Subject 1.01 Call to Order - Followed by a Moment of Silence and the Pledge of Allegiance (Bill Mathias, Chairman) Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type File Attachments 2. CHANGES, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Subject 3.01 Minutes from the Regular School Board Meeting on October 26, 2026 (Diane Kornegay, Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action File Attachments 2026.10.26 MINregmtg.pdf (108 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 4. REPRESENTATION 5. PUBLIC INPUT: The meeting can be viewed live through the lakecountyfl.gov website. Any person may request permission to speak to the Board in person, by filling out a public input card located at the entrance to the meeting room and submitting it to the clerk before the start of the meeting. A three-minute time limit will be imposed for each speaker. 6. REPORTS Subject 6.01 Attorney Report (Scott Cole, School Board Attorney) Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Report File Attachments 6. REPORTS Subject 6.02 Superintendent Student Advisory Committee Update - Tavares High School (Diane Kornegay, Superintendent) Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Information File Attachments 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.01 Contract Amendment, ITB #25-1001-ITB-KF949, Roofing Contracted Services (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lake County Schools (LCS) Procurement Services Department requests the Board to approve an amendment to contract #25-1001-ITB-KF949, Roofing Contracted Services , to restructure the vendor hierarchy and add Atlas Apex Roofing, LLC of Oakland Park, Florida. Following the termination of the original primary vendor contract, the amended contract structure is: Primary Vendor: Hodges Brothers Roofing, LLC of Orlando, FL (Elevated from Secondary) Secondary Vendor: Atlas Apex Roofing, LLC of Oakland Park, Florida (New Vendor) On October 1, 2025, Procurement Services issued an ITB requesting competitive sealed bids to establish firm pricing for materials, labor, tools, equipment, insurance, and supervision required to repair and replace existing roofs throughout the District on an as-needed basis. The Board originally approved a three-year contract effective December 13, 2025, through December 12, 2028, with two (2) optional one-year renewals. To maintain continuity of operations and ensure adequate service coverage across all District facilities, the amendment will be effective immediately and through December 12, 2028 , and may be renewed for two (2) one (1) year periods. All original firm pricing, terms, and conditions remain unchanged. The submittals were reviewed by Procurement Services and Maintenance Team for the best rates. Copies of the bids received are available for review in Procurement Services. This item supports strategic plan goal #5A – Student Achievement based on the School Board’s Strategic Priorities and is beneficial to the students because it is necessary to ensure that all students have a safe, healthy and inviting learning environment. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the recommendation to amend contract #25-1001-ITB-KF494, Roofing Contracted Services to elevate Hodges Brothers Roofing, LLC to Primary Vendor and add Atlas Apex Roofing, LLC as Secondary Vendor. 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve amending contract #25-1001-ITB-KF949, Roofing Contracted Services, to elevate Hodges Brothers Roofing, LLC to Primary Vendor and add Atlas Apex Roofing, LLC as Secondary Vendor. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: The agenda item for this item was prepared by Procurement Services and the Maintenance Department in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6500. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments LCS & Atlas Apex Roofing.pdf (867 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.02 Agreement #26-0910-PB-KF949 – Piggyback Utilization of Volusia County Public Schools contract #ITB-2026-3176-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) – Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lake County Schools (LCS) Procurement Services Department requests the Board to approve the awarding of contract # 26-0910-PB-KF949 , Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount). On October 13, 2026, Volusia County Public Schools awarded contract #ITB-2026-3176-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) to the following vendors: Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc - Located in Daytona Beach, FL The Ware Group dba Johnstone Supply - Located in Jacksonville, FL Osceola Plumbing Supplies & Well Drilling - Located in Holly Hill, FL This contract establishes a firm-fixed percentage discount for Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies, along with all related equipment and accessories and to establish a reliable source of supply that supports the ongoing maintenance, repair, and construction activities performed across the facilities operated by the District. This agreement will provide The District cost savings with firm and competitive pricing through October 13, 2029 with the option of three (3) one (1) year renewal periods. This item supports Strategic Plan Goal #5A – Ensure all students have a safe and positive environment. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the utilization of Volusia County Public Schools contract, #ITB-2026-3176-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) to Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc., The Ware Group dba Johnstone Supply, and Osceola Plumbing Supplies . 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the utilization of Volusia County Public Schools contract, #ITB-2026-3176-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) to Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc., The Ware Group dba Johnstone Supply, and Osceola Plumbing Supplies . FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: T his agenda item was prepared by Procurement Services in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6500. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes. “ File Attachments ITB-2026-3176-JD Bid Tabulation.pdf (126 KB) ITB-2026-3176-JD Notice of Award.pdf (127 KB) Regular Session - October 13, 2026 - Minutes - Public.pdf (263 KB) Notice of Intended Decision.pdf (2,241 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.03 Agreement #26-0911-PB-KF949 – Piggyback Utilization of Volusia County Public Schools supplemental contract #ITB-2026-3183-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) – Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lake County Schools (LCS) Procurement Services Department requests the Board to approve the awarding of Piggyback Agreement 26-0911-PB-KF949 , Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount). On October 13, 2026, Volusia County Public Schools awarded supplemental contract #ITB-2026-3183-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) to the following vendor: City Electric Supply Company - Located in Holly Hill, FL This contract establishes a firm-fixed percentage discount for Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies, along with all related equipment and accessories and to establish a reliable source of supply that supports the ongoing maintenance, repair, and construction activities performed across the facilities operated by the District. This agreement will provide The District cost savings with firm and competitive pricing through October 14, 2029 with the option of three (3) one (1) year renewal periods. This item supports Strategic Plan Goal #5A – Ensure all students have a safe and positive environment. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the utilization of Volusia County Public Schools supplemental contract, #ITB-2026-3183-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) to City Electric Supply Company. 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the utilization of Volusia County Public Schools supplemental contract, #ITB-2026-3183-JD, Electrical, HVAC, Lumber, and Plumbing Parts and Supplies (% Discount) to City Electric Supply Company . FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: T his agenda item was prepared by Procurement Services in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6500. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes. “ File Attachments ITB-2026-3183-JD Bid Tabulation.pdf (108 KB) ITB-2026-3183-JD Notice of Award.pdf (127 KB) Regular Session - October 13, 2026 - Minutes - Public.pdf (263 KB) 10.13.26 New Contract ITB-2026-3183-JD Elec.HVAC.Lumber.Plumbing.pdf (1,939 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.04 RFP# 25-0124-P-KK923 ESE Contracted Services – Additional Vendors (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning and Leadership) – Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE: Lake County Schools (LCS) Procurement Services Department requests the Board to approve RFP Agreement 25-0124-P-KK923 – ESE Contracted Services with two (2) additional Vendors providing Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Teacher for the Visually Impaired, and O&M Instructor services. After awarding the original twenty-five (25) vendors for the variety of services, the need for two (2) more arose in January, 2026 and the department has found that there is an increased need for vendors to provide these services and have requested to add two (2) additional vendors to the contract. Section 5.1 of the original RFP solicitation reserves the right to add additional vendors to the award to meet the district’s demand. If approved, the contract will commence, November 9, 2026, and remain until June 30, 2030 with two (2) two (2) year renewals, if mutually agreed upon in writing. This item supports Strategic Plan Goal # 5B – To improve schools wide support for behavior and social emotional learning for all students and promote student engagement and success . ALTERNATIVES: Approve the recommendation to award 25-0124-P-KK923 – ESE Contracted Services to the following companies: Vendor Location Princeton Staffing Boca Raton, FL General Healthcare Resources Blue Bell, PA Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the award 25-0124-P-KK923 – ESE Contracted Services to the following companies: Vendor Location Princeton Staffing Boca Raton, FL General Healthcare Resources Blue Bell, PA FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Procurement Services and ESE Services in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6500. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statues, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments Princeton Staffing Agreement.docx.pdf (457 KB) GHR_Education_Services_Agreement_Lake Rev. 10.26.26_clean.pdf (370 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.05 Removal of Fixed Assets from Inventory (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Fixed assets are items purchased for $1000.00 or more. The attached list contains items that cost centers are requesting to have removed from their inventory. These items are no longer of use to their cost center and will be picked up for surplus. First we look at the possibility of re-purposing them for another cost centers use. If there is no use to the school system they will be sent to auction. Computers are picked up at the Central Warehouse by our e-waste vendor that pays us for or obsolete computers. They are Florida State and Department of Defense approved to erase hard drives and recycle computer parts. This item supports Goal 3A items being disposition bring revenue or cost savings back to the District. Goal 5A keeping schools clear of clutter will promote safety. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve to remove requested items from inventory. 2. Do not approve to remove the requested items from inventory and continue storing the items. Continuing to store these items would take up additional space and could require an expenditure for storage trailers. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that the Board approve the attached list of property dispositions. FISCAL IMPACT: Items sold will generate additional revenue from the auction and from the e-waste bid that pays us for our obsolete items. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Kristi Sayers, Property Control Specialist. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500 File Attachments Agenda for board 11_9_26.pdf (42 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.06 Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements as of July through September 2026 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board of Education Rule 6A-1.008, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Superintendent to submit, for the Board's use and consideration, a financial statement in a form prescribed by the Board. The Board approves an annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. This budget is reflected in the district's accounting system. The accounting system provides periodic reports that track the school district's actual expenditures and revenues. The Board receives the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements. These reports allow the Board to monitor financial activity. This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparency and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. 2. Not approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by and submitted to the Superintendent by the Chief Financial Officer, Scott Ward. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments General Fund September 2026.pdf (61 KB) Debt Service Funds September 2026.pdf (61 KB) Consolidated Funds September 2026.pdf (69 KB) Food Service Fund September 2026.pdf (61 KB) Capital Projects Funds September 2026.pdf (61 KB) Special Revenue Funds 42XX - 44xx September 2026.pdf (62 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.07 Budget Amendments as of July through September 2025 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board Rule 6A-1.006, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Board to approve amendments to the budget whenever function and object amounts are changed from the original budget. The Board approves the annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. In the normal course of business, revenues and appropriations are revised for movement of funds between functions and objects and for revisions to revenue and expenditure balances. These changes to the approved budget are accomplished through budget amendments. These amendments reflect all changes by fund through July through September 2026. The amendments included are: Fund 1000 - #1000-01 General Fund Fund 2000 - #2000-01 Debt Service Funds Fund 3000 - #3000-01 Capital Project Funds Fund 4220 - #4220-01 Special Revenue Funds This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparence and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the budget amendments through July through September 2026, of the 2026-27 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. 2. Not approve the budget amendments through July through September 2026, of the 2026-27 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the budget amendments through July through September 2026, of the 2026-27 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. FISCAL IMPACT: These amendments reflect the impact of budgetary adjustments through July through September 2026, of the 2026-27 fiscal year. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Fund 1000-01 BA.pdf (185 KB) Fund 2000 - 01 BA.pdf (122 KB) Fund 3000 - 01 BA.pdf (175 KB) Fund 4200 - 01 BA.pdf (184 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.08 Focus SIS Assessment Module and SSS Module Renewal (Ashley Salamon, Executive Director MIS & Instructional Technology) Fiscal Impact $177,767.68 from Capital Fund Transfer Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: During the 2023–24 school year, Lake County Schools (LCS) successfully converted to the Focus Student Information System (SIS). Over the past two school years, both the Focus Student Support Services (SSS) and Focus Assessment modules have been fully integrated into district operations to centralize student data management, streamline workflows, and foster academic growth. This board agenda item requests approval for the ongoing renewal of both integrated modules: Focus Student Support Services (SSS) Module Renewal : Continues essential data and documentation management across key district support programs, including English Language Learners (ELL), Exceptional Student Education (ESE), Section 504, Medical Individual Health Plans (IHPs), Mental Health, and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). By managing support plans directly within the primary SIS, school teams maintain immediate, secure access to compliance documents, plan goals, and accommodations, ensuring seamless service delivery and targeted intervention for high-needs students. Focus Assessment Module Renewal : Builds on two years of proven success in administering, tracking, and analyzing student performance data across LCS. Housing assessment tools directly within Focus provides teachers and administrators with real-time performance analytics. Consolidating these core functions within the single Focus ecosystem optimizes operational efficiency, reduces staff training demands across multiple platforms, enhances data privacy and security, and maximizes the district's overall software investment. The purchase of Focus' Assessment module supports the Strategic Plan Goals of Student Success 1A: Increase the number of schools earning an A or B and Fiscal Responsibility 3A: Improve the district’s financial position. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the renewal of Focus' Assessment and SSS modules as prescribed in the attached quote in the amount of $177,767.68 2. Not approve the renewal of Focus' Assessment and SSS modules as prescribed above in the amount of $177,767.68 RECOMMENDATION: The recommendation is to approve the renewal of the Focus Assessment and SSS modules as prescribed above in the amount of $177,767.68 FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact is $177,767.68 from Capital Fund Transfer . DATA SOURCE: The agenda item was prepared by Ashley Salamon, Executive Director of MIS and Instructional Technology, additional information can be obtained by calling (352) 253-6700. File Attachments Invoice_2026286SSS_from_FOCUS_SCHOOL_SOFTWARE_LLC.pdf (27 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.01 Notification of Human Resources Action Items – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to establ ished policies and procedures. Approval is needed for the management of employment records and data according to established p olicies and procedures. (School Board P olicy 6.10 , 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1-Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high-performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : 1. Approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. 2. Not approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. RECOMMENDATION : I reco mmend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. FISCAL IMPACT : Without ap proval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/ managerial, instructional , and non-inst ructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur continually with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Supe rintendent by Quiana Peterson , Director of Human Resource s . Any questions or comments shoul d be directed to her at 352- 253 - 65 0 0 . File Attachments Instructional Addendum 11.9.2026.pdf (210 KB) Board List 11.09.2026.pdf (208 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.02 Notification of Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to establ ished policies and procedures. Approval is needed for the management of employment records and data according to established policies and procedures. (School Board P olicy 6.10 , 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1-Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high-performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : 1. Approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . 2. Not approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . RECOMMENDATION : I recommend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . FISCAL IMPACT : Without approval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/managerial, instructional , and non-instructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur continually with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superi ntendent by Quiana Peterson , Director of Human Resources. Any questions or comments shoul d be directed to her at 352- 253-65 0 0 . File Attachments Charter Board List 11.09.2026.pdf (55 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.01 Final Order for Student Expulsion (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) Final Orders for Student Expulsion: 3510942202, Leesburg Elementary, Threatening Use of a Dangerous Instrument File Attachments Z.W. 3510942202 Final Order of Expulsion.pdf (648 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.02 Request for Modification of Hearing Officer's Recommendation (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action There is no request for Modification of Hearing Officer's Recommendation. File Attachments Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.03 Out-of-State Temporary Duty for School Psychologists Dr. Susan Andrews, Roxana Pagan, and Solimar Adorno Moreno to attend the National Association of School Psychologists Conference in Charlotte, NC Feb. 22-26, 2027 (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning, and Leadership) - Fiscal Impact: $1,350 from General Fund - Student Services Budget - .75 Millage Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: This request is for District staff to attend the National Association of School Psychologists Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, February 22-26, 2027 (Susan Andrews, PhD, Roxana Pagan, Solimar Adorno Moreno, Psychologists in Student Services). The convention is built around several structured sessions: workshops, featured sessions from national experts, advanced practitioner sessions, skill-building sessions, practitioner interactive conversations, small-group discussions / peer networking, and deep-dives into current school psychology practices. This request supports Goal #5B, School Safety, Security & Student Support, of the Board’s Strategic Plan. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Out-of-State Temporary Duty for District staff to attend the National Association of School Psychologist Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, February 22-26, 2027. 2. Not approve the Out-of-State Temporary Duty for District staff to attend the National Association of School Psychologist Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, February 22-26, 2027. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend that the Board approve Out-of-State Temporary Duty for District staff to attend the National Association of School Psychologist Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, February 22-26, 2027. FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated cost is $1350.00 from General Fund - Student Services Budget - .75 Millage DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Dr. Kristine L. Landry, Director of Student Services. Additional information can be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6500. File Attachments NASP Program Schedule - 2027 - SCHOOL BOARD AGENDA.pdf (741 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the consent agenda Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 11. DISCUSSION Subject 11.01 Public Hearing - Final Approval of Policies 3213-Student Supervision and Welfare, 3220-Evaluation of Instructional Personnel, 5610-Removal, Suspensions, Alternative Disciplinary Placement, and Expulsion of Students, 5630-Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force and Restraint, 8405-School Safety and Security, 8407-Safe-School Officers - Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The following policies are being brought for final approval following staff review and Neola updates. Neola updates address Federal or State legislation, court decisions that may necessitate policy revisions and/or actions of agencies at either the Federal or State level. Policies: 3213 Student Supervision and Welfare 3220 Evaluation of Instructional Personnel 5610 Removal, Suspensions, Alternative Disciplinary Placement, and Expulsion of Students 5630 Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force and Restraint 8405 School Safety and Security 8407 Safe-School Officers ALTERNATIVES: 1. Pro vide final approval of all six (6) policies per staff review. 2. Do n ot provide final approval of all six (6) policies and pull specific policies for revisions. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board provide final approval of the policies as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with final approval of the six (6) policies. DATA SOURCE: The policies were reviewed by Joseph Mabry, Director Safety & Security and Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources. For questions, please call 352-253-6500. The proposed policy procedures can be found on the district website at: www.lake.k12.fl.us by clicking on School Board tab, then Proposed Policy Revisions. File Attachments Policies 3213, 3220, 5610, 5630, 8405, 8407 for Final Approval.pdf (295 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 11. DISCUSSION Subject 11.02 Public Hearing - Tentative Approval of Policies 1120-Employment of Administrators, 1121.01-Background Screening and Employment History Checks, 1130-Appointment, Assignment, Transfer, and Promotion of Administrators, 1139-Educator Misconduct, 1180-Records and Reports, 1210-Standards of Ethical Conduct, 1211-Whistleblower Protection, 1220-Evaluation of Administrative Personnel, 3120-Employment of Instructional Staff, 3120.04-Employment of Daily Substitute, Temporary Instructional Staff, and Part-Time Instructional Staff, 3121.01-Background Screening and Employment History Checks, 3130-Appointment, Assignment, Transfer, and Promotion of Instructional Staff, 3139-Educator Misconduct, 3210-Standards of Ethical Conduct, 3211-Whistleblower Protection, 3217-Weapons (Rescind), 4120-Employment of Support Staff, 4121.01-Background Screening and Employment History Checks, 4129.01-Tutoring, 4130-Appointment, Assignment, Transfer, and Promotion of Support Staff, 4210-Standards of Ethical Conduct, 4211-Whistleblower Protection, 4213-Student Supervision and Welfare, 4217-Weapons (Rescind), 7530.01-Board-Owned Cellular Enabled Devices, 7540.02-Digital Content and Accessibility, 7540.03-Student Internet Safety and Acceptable Use, 7540.04-Staff Technology Acceptable Use and Safety, 8305-Information Security, 8531-Free and Reduced-Price Meals - Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The following policies are being brought for tentative approval following staff review and Neola updates. Neola updates address Federal or State legislation, court decisions that may necessitate policy revisions and/or actions of agencies at either the Federal or State level. If tentatively approved, the policies will be advertised in the Daily Commercial, on the district website and brought to the Board for final approval at the Regular School Board Meeting on December 14, 2026. Policies: 1120 Employment of Administrators 1121.01 Background Screening and Employment History Checks 1130 Appointment, Assignment, Transfer, and Promotion of Administrators 1139 Educator Misconduct 1180 Records and Reports 1210 Standards of Ethical Conduct 1211 Whistleblower Protection 1220 Evaluation of Administrative Personnel 3120 Employment of Instructional Staff 3120.04 Employment of Daily Substitute, Temporary Instructional Staff, and Part-Time Instructional Staff 3121.01 Background Screening and Employment History Checks 3130 Appointment, Assignment, Transfer, and Promotion of Instructional Staff 3139 Educator Misconduct 3210 Standards of Ethical Conduct 3211 Whistleblower Protection 3217 Weapons (Rescind) 4120 Employment of Support Staff 4121.01 Background Screening and Employment History Checks 4129.01 Tutoring 4130 Appointment, Assignment, Transfer, and Promotion of Support Staff 4210 Standards of Ethical Conduct 4211 Whistleblower Protection 4213 Student Supervision and Welfare 4217 Weapons (Rescind) 7530.01 Board-Owned Cellular Enabled Devices 7540.02 Digital Content and Accessibility 7540.03 Student Internet Safety and Acceptable Use 7540.04 Staff Technology Acceptable Use and Safety 8305 Information Security 8531 Free and Reduced-Price Meals ALTERNATIVES: 1. Pro vide tentative approval of all thirty (30) policies per staff review. 2. Do n ot provide tentative approval of all thirty (30) policies and pull specific policies for revisions. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board provide tentative approval of the policies as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with tentative approval of the thirty (30) policies. DATA SOURCE: The policies were reviewed by Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources; Kirsten Olafsen, Director Compensation & Employee Relations; Quiana Peterson, Director of Human Resources; Kate Kelley, Manager of Human Resources; Tim Thompson, Director of Food Services; James Neiford, Executive Director of Information and Instructional Technology; Ashley Salamon, Executive Director of Information and Instructional Technology and Sherri Owens, Communications Coordinator . The proposed policy procedures can be found on the district website at: www.lake.k12.fl.us by clicking on School Board tab, then Proposed Policy Revisions. For questions, please call 352-253-6500. File Attachments Nov. 9 SBM - Tentative _ Final Dec. 14.pdf (606 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 11. DISCUSSION Subject 11.03 Pat Kelley, incoming School Board Member District 1, effective November 17, 2026, travel request to attend the FSBA/FADSS 81st Annual Joint Conference, New School Board Member Academy, December 1, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, FL - Fiscal Impact: $843.12 from the General Fund-Board Member budget Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Action BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Pat Kelley, incoming School Board Member, District 1, effective November 17, 2026 is requesting the School Board’s confirmation that the travel to attend FSBA/FADSS 81st Annual Joint Conference, New School Board Member Academy on December 1, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, is for official School Board business and that the travel complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. Effective July 1, 2019, Section 1001.39(1), Florida Statutes, title District School Board Members; travel expenses, provides as follows: 1) In addition to the salary provided in s.1001.395, each member of a district school board shall be allowed, from the district school fund, reimbursement of travel expenses as authorized in s. 112.061, provided that any travel outside the district that exceeds $500 requires prior approval by the district school board to confirm that such travel is for official business of the school district and complies with rules of the State Board of Education. Any request for travel outside the state must include an itemized list detailing all anticipated travel expenses, including, but not limited to, the anticipated costs of all means of travel, lodging and subsistence. Immediately preceding a request, the public must have an opportunity to speak on the specific travel agenda item. ALTERNATIVES: The School Board approves the travel of Pat Kelley, incoming School Board Member, District 1, effective November 17, 2026, to the FSBA/FADSS 81st Annual Joint Conference, New School Board Member Academy on December 1, 2026, and confirms it is for official School Board business and complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. The School Board does not approve the travel of Pat Kelley, incoming School Board Member, District 1, effective November 17, 2026. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend The School Board approve the travel of Pat Kelley, incoming School Board Member, District 1, effective November 17, 2026 to the FSBA/FADSS 81st Annual Joint Conference, New School Board Member Academy on December 1, 2026, confirming it is for official School Board business and complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. FISCAL IMPACT: The anticipated fiscal impact to the district is approximately $843.12 funded through General Fund-Board Member budget. Conference Registration $450 Hotel stay (1 night at $225.00) $225 Parking $45 Mileage $123.12 Total $843.12 DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Jessica Marshall, Clerk to the Board, in cooperation with Pat Kelley, incoming School Board Member, District 1, effective November 17, 2026 . For questions, please contact the School Board Clerk, Jessica Marshall at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Agenda FSBA FADSS Dec.1, 2026.pdf (174 KB) Motion & Voting To approve the Superintendent's recommendation Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 12. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT Subject 12.01 Letters of Condolence Meeting Nov 9, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting - Revised Type Letters of Condolence were sent to the families of: Dondre Collins, Custodian at Sorrento Elementary Amy Marcinkus, Curriculum Resource Teacher at Astatula Elementary File Attachments 13. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS 14. ADJOURNMENT