Main Governing Board

2 Tuesday, November 17, 2026 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY Regular Meeting - November 17, 2026 School Board Room - 5:10 p.m. 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order and Welcome Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will call the meeting to order and extend greetings. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. File Attachments Subject 1.3 Kids at Hope Treasure Hunters' Pledge Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will lead the Kids at Hope Treasure Hunters Pledge. File Attachments Subject 1.4 Village Green Elementary Student Performance Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Presentation Students from Village Green Elementary, under the direction of Cynthia Reynolds, will provide a special presentation. File Attachments 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Subject 2.1 Perfect Score - Elementary and K-8 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Type Presentation Description: The Board will be acknowledging those Elementary and K-8 students who have received a perfect score on last year's state assessments. Submitted by: Lydia Martin, Chief Communications Officer Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Elementary and K-8 Perfect Score (2).pdf (1,755 KB) Subject 2.2 Kevin G. Perry Lead Where You Are Scholarship Recipient Recognition Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Type Presentation Description: Through the SLPS Teacher Leader Academy, educators are encouraged to recognize their capacity to lead, influence others, and make a difference beyond their classrooms. Built on the belief that leadership can happen from any role, the Dr. Kevin G. Perry Lead Where You Are Scholarship extends that commitment by honoring Dr. Perry’s legacy and investing in Teacher Leader Academy graduates as they continue to grow, lead, and bring meaningful ideas to life. The scholarship supports opportunities that positively impact students, colleagues, families, schools, and the broader community. Tonight, we are proud to recognize the inaugural recipient of this new scholarship. Submitted by: Denise Rodriguez, Executive Director of Teaching, Learning & Leading Contact person: Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, Instructional Specialist Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Subject 2.3 Lucie Leaders - November Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Type Presentation Description: The Lucie Leader Award honors students who go above and beyond demonstrating positive behavior each day on the bus. A Lucie Leader is a student who follows all bus rules, listens to the bus driver, uses kind words and actions, stays seated with hands and feet to themselves, and consistently sets a good example to others. The Lucie Leaders for November are: Ivy Guevara, 3rd Grade at Village Green Environmental Studies School Mallori Stewart, 4th Grade at Palm Pointe K-8 Leo'Renzo Thomas, 8th Grade at Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies Submitted by: Lydia Martin, Chief Communications Officer Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 3. EASL REPORT Subject 3.1 EASL Reports/Comments Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 3. EASL REPORT Type Report File Attachments 4. CWA REPORT Subject 4.1 CWA Reports/Comments Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 4. CWA REPORT Type Report File Attachments 5. ST. LUCIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL Subject 5.1 SLPS Youth Advisory Council Reports/Comments Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 5. ST. LUCIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL Type Report File Attachments 6. CONSENT AGENDA Subject 6.1 Adoption of Consent Agenda Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action, Discussion Recommended Action There is a motion and second to adopt the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Subject 6.2 Superintendent's Recommendation for Approval of Consent Agenda Items Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action (Consent), Discussion Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. File Attachments Subject 6.3 Remove Items from Consent Agenda for Discussion Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action, Procedural, Discussion Recommended Action Action is at the Board's discretion. File Attachments 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Subject 7.1 Payment of Bills September 2026 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Payment of Bills for the month of September 2026, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Payment of Bills report for the month of September 2026 is presented for Board action. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O’Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: There is a financial impact on the Board agenda item presented. See attached Sequential Check Listing report of September 2026. File Attachments Payment of Bills - Sept 2026.pdf (406 KB) Subject 7.2 Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Monthly Financial Reports for September 2026, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Monthly Financial Reports for September 2026 are presented for Board action as required by State Board Rules 6A-1.008. Attached are the Revenue and Expense Summary reports for September 2026. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Expense Report-Sept 2026.pdf (106 KB) Revenue Report-Sept 2026.pdf (34 KB) Subject 7.3 Capital Fund Budget Amendment # 1 2026-2027 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The superintendent recommends the Board approve the Capital Fund Budget Amendment # 1 FY 2026-2027, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: This item pertains to the Capital Fund Budget Amendment # 1 for FY 2026-2027 which incorporates the following: an increase to revenue in the amount of $214,657 and a decrease in appropriations in the amount of $16,654,650.86 Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, 772-429-3970 Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II, 772-429-3983 Financial implications: Decrease to Fund Balance $16,869,307.86 File Attachments Capital Budget Amend # 1 FY2026-27.pdf (69 KB) Subject 7.4 General Fund Budget Amendment #1 - 2026-2027 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the General Fund Budget Amendment#1 - 2026-2027, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The attached amendment adjusts the budgets in Fund 1XXX to reflect changes to revenues and appropriations as reported in the attached document. This amendment results in a decrease to fund balance in the amount of $ 11,954,212.06, see attached for details. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, (772) 429-3970. Contact person: Natalia Sassarone, Accountant II Financial Operations, (772) 429-3626. Financial implications: Decrease to General Fund - Fund Balance by $ 11,954,212.06. File Attachments GF BUDGET AMEND 26-27 Fund 1XXX Q1.pdf (172 KB) Subject 7.5 Federal Funds (4200) Q1 Budget Amendment FY 2026-27 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Federal Funds (4200) Q1 Budget Amendment FY 2026-27, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The total budget amounts for the federal grants are equal to the federal awards. Please note fund 4200 Revenue & Expenditures are in balance as of 09/30/2026. Fund 4200 had a decrease due to a duplicate Revenue entry for FY26-27. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, (772) 429-3970 Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations, (772) 429-3970 Financial implications: No direct impact. The net change is the ending fund balance of $0. File Attachments FEDERAL BUDGET-4200 AMEND 26_27 Amendment 1.pdf (474 KB) 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Subject 8.1 ITB 27-01 Fire Systems Inspection and Repair Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board award ITB 27-01 to Life Safety Systems, Inc. of the Treasure Coast (primary) and Johnston Control and Summit Fire Protection as Alternates (as listed below) and authorize the Purchasing Department to renew the contract for three (3) additional one-year periods contingent upon annual contract performance review, the initial term contract to commence 12/13/2026 through 12/12/2027; Option Year 1 - 12/13/2027 through 12/12/2028, Option Year 2 - 12/13/2028 through 12/12/2029, and Option Year 3 - 12/13/2029 through 12/12/2030, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The purpose and intent of the Invitation to Bid (ITB) was to provide fire sprinkler inspections and repair services on an as needed basis. 272 vendors were solicited. Four (4) responses were received. The tabulation is attached for review. AUTHORITY FOR ACTION: Florida Administrative Code 6A-1.012, Florida Statute 287.057. Vendor Recommended for Award: Life Safety Systems, Inc. of the Treasure Coast, Primary (Items 1-47, A & B) Alternates: Johnson Control Fire Protection, Alternate (Items 1-47) Summit Fire and Security, Alternate (Items A & B) The initial term contract shall commence on December 13, 2026 through December 12, 2027. Option Year 1 - December 13, 2027 through December 12, 2028 Option Year 2 - December 13, 2028 through December 12, 2029 Option Year 3 - December 13, 2029 through December 12, 2030 Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director Financial Operations, (772) 429-3980 Financial implications: The fire sprinkler system inspections will cost approximately $18,850 per year, up to 5% increase per year. Repair costs will be on an as needed basis, so the cost is undetermined. The fees for the inspections and any necessary repairs will be paid with general funds (1000E8100 3900 0502 A5100). File Attachments ITB 27-01 Fire Sprinkler Systems-Inspections and Repairs.pdf (838 KB) ITB 27-01 Tabulation.pdf (434 KB) ITB 27-01 Intent to Award.pdf (532 KB) ITB 27-01 Adendum 1 FV1.pdf (574 KB) Subject 8.2 Declaration of Surplus Property - Damaged, Broken, Lost and Obsolete Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board declare the attached list of damaged, broken, lost and/or obsolete equipment as surplus property and authorize staff to dispose of the property in a manner consistent with law. Description: Attached is a list of property which has been damaged, broken, obsolete, lost/missing or no longer of use to the District from the following locations: Dale Cassens Ft. Pierce Central Maintenance Media Services Palm Pointe Sam Gaines Savanna Ridge Southern Oaks Southport Middle Village Green Weatherbee The audit procedure utilizes the Fixed Asset Specialist as the primary auditor (with each site assisting in the location of items). The attached lists not only include broken, damaged and obsolete items, but also lost items. All items have reached full depreciation. The items are obsolete or broken and not able to be repaired. AUTHORITY FOR ACTION: Florida Statutes 274.05 and 274.06 Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations, (772) 429-3980 Financial implications: The Board may realize an amount of revenue through a bid auction which cannot be determined at this time, or property may be donated to non-profit organizations or combination of donations and surplus sale. Funding source: There are no financial implications to the Board. This agenda item will not require the expenditure of funds. File Attachments October 2026 Disposals.pdf (304 KB) 9. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Subject 9.1 Letter of Understanding Regarding Health Insurance 2026-2027 - EASL Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 9. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Letter of Understanding between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Education Association of St. Lucie (EASL) regarding health insurance for the 2026-2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The attached Letter of Understanding is a tentative agreement between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Education Association of St. Lucie (EASL) regarding health insurance for the 2026-2027 school year. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez Jr., Executive Director of Human Resources Contact person: Dr. Helen Wild, Deputy Superintendent File Attachments LOU - EASL Inclusive Health Insurance 2027 Plan Year.pdf (408 KB) Subject 9.2 Letter of Understanding Regarding Health Insurance 2026-2027 - CWA Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 9. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Letter of Understanding between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Communication Workers of America, Local 3181, regarding health insurance for the 2026-2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The attached Letter of Understanding is a tentative agreement between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Communication Workers of America, Local 3181, regarding health insurance for the 2026-2027 school year. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez Jr., Executive Director of Human Resources File Attachments LOU - CWA Health Insurance 2027 Plan Year.pdf (273 KB) Subject 9.3 Human Resources Actions Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 9. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the attached personnel action items report, including leaves, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Agenda pertains to all personnel action matters/items that require Board approval. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez, Jr., Executive Director, Human Resources Financial implications: The attached HR action items are budgeted in various accounts. File Attachments 11.17.26 Final Agenda.pdf (366 KB) 11.17.26 Agenda Items.pdf (234 KB) 10. Consent Agenda - Information & Instructional Technology (IT) Subject 10.1 District Best Practices Assessment 2026-2027 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 10. Consent Agenda - Information & Instructional Technology (IT) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board ratify the FSSAT Assessment Report - District Safety and Security Assessment 2026-2027 / District Best Practices Assessment 2026-2027 for St. Lucie Public Schools (Annual State Report), which was approved by consensus of the Board at the October 13, 2026, Executive Session, as all sections have met or exceeded expectation, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The purpose of this assessment is to provide annual data reflecting the comprehensive supports for safe and healthy schools so that district and school leadership teams can make data-informed decisions as they engage in strategic planning and problem-solving for continual system-wide improvements. The content of this report contains recommendations for Security improvements that will be reviewed by the Best Practices Security Committee, which is composed of district staff to determine priorities and funding requirements for budgetary purposes. Fiscal impact will be determined by identifying and prioritizing safety and security projects identified in the safe school risk assessments. There will be some re-occurring costs associated with improvements in technology and facilities. Safety and Security of School Building Grants have been awarded by FLDOE to improve the physical security of school buildings based on School Security Assessments. Some facility safety and security projects were funded by these grants. The district will apply for the 2026-2027 FLDOE Safety and Security of School Buildings Grant and submit projects identified in the 2026-2027 School Security Risk Assessments for funding. Some recommendations will qualify for funding from the FLDOE Safety and Security of School Buildings Grant and will be determined by the grant applications. Submitted by: Terence O'Leary, Chief Operations Officer Contact person: Troy Church, Director of Safety & Security Financial implications: See above description of Safety and Security of School Building Grant. File Attachments 11. Consent Agenda - Minutes Subject 11.1 October 13, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 11. Consent Agenda - Minutes Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the October 13, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Minutes, as submitted. File Attachments 12. Consent Agenda - Chief of Schools (Operations) Subject 12.1 St. Lucie West Centennial High School NJROTC Student Trip to Parris Island, SC on December 1-4, 2026 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Chief of Schools (Operations) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the St. Lucie West Centennial High School NJROTC student trip to Parris Island, SC on December 1-4, 2026, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Fifty student cadets and five chaperones from St. Lucie West Centennial High School NJROTC will be traveling to Parris Island, SC on December 1-4, 2026 to participate in confidence course, observe recruit training, and witness recruit graduation. Travel arrangements will be provided by Annett Bus Lines and overnight accommodations will be provided by Marine Corps Barracks at Parris Island. Submitted by: Craig Sommer, Chief of Schools Contact person: Monarae Miller-Buchanan, Executive Director of Schools Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 21134-NJROTC-Parris Island.pdf (430 KB) Subject 12.2 Final Order Case No. 27-001 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Chief of Schools (Operations) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board uphold the findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommended disposition as set forth in the Hearing Officer's report and approve the Final Order pertaining to Case No. 27-001, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The attached Final Order pertains to student expulsion case no. 27-001 wherein the Superintendent is recommending that the Board adopt the findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommended disposition set forth in the report of the Hearing Officer. Submitted by: Dr. Craig Sommer, Chief of Schools Contact person: Amber Minarchick, Director, Alternative Education Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Subject 12.3 Stipulated Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Penalty, and Final Orders #2228 - #2240 Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Chief of Schools (Operations) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Stipulated Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Penalty, and Final Orders #2228 - #2240, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: This item pertains to confidential agreements with students and their parents/guardians regarding suspensions and recommended orders for expulsion in the school year 2026-27. Submitted by: Dr. Craig Sommer, Chief of Schools Contact person: Amber Minarchick, Director of Alternative Education Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 13. Consent Agenda - Student Services Subject 13.1 School Health Services Plan 2026 - 2028 for St. Lucie County Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 13. Consent Agenda - Student Services Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the School Health Services Plan 2026-2028 for St. Lucie County, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Statutory Authority: Section (s) 381.0056, Florida Statues (F.S.) requires each county health department (CHD) to develop, jointly with the school district and school health advisory committee, a School Health Services Plan (referred to herein as the "Plan") that outlines the provisions and responsibilities to provide mandated health services in all public schools. Rule 64F-002, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C) requires the plan to be completed biennially. Please note that items are colorized blue internet links that enable you to directly view the relevant reference material. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, ESE and Student Services Contact person: Esther Rivera, Director, Student Services Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments School Health Services Plan 2026-2028 Template Shared 8-26-26 update (002).pdf (989 KB) SH Plan signature page 10-14-26.pdf (88 KB) 14. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Subject 14.1 Professional Services Agreement with A Treasure Coast Driving School Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Professional Services Agreement with A Treasure Coast Driving, Inc. for Drivers' Education at St. Lucie Public Schools' seven (7) comprehensive high schools: Fort Pierce Central High School, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, Legacy High School, Lincoln Park Academy, Port St. Lucie High School, St. Lucie West Centennial High School, and Treasure Coast High School, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Professional Services Agreement with A Treasure Coast Driving School, Inc., is recommended for approval so that students from the District's seven comprehensive high schools may receive driving instruction, both virtually and behind the wheel. This program will serve 315 students. Submitted by: Denise Rodriguez, Executive Director of Teaching, Learning, and Leading Contact person: Dr. Elizabeth Pruitt, Director of Secondary Curriculum Financial implications: This program is funded through Dori Slosberg Grant, awarded to St. Lucie Public Schools. File Attachments DriversEd_Contract_2026.pdf (4,807 KB) 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Subject 15.1 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (Somerset Career Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Career Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $422,180 or 52.63 % based on Somerset Career Academy estimates and $224,009 or 37.09% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset Career Academy budgeted $198,170 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 Somerset Career Academy FS Monthly Review.xlsx (204 KB) 08-2026 Somerset Career Academy Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (45 KB) Subject 15.2 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (Somerset St. Lucie) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Academy St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $1,384,469 or 17.07% based on Somerset St Lucie's estimates and $1,100,062 or 15.0% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset St. Lucie budgeted $-775,370 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 Somerset St. Lucie FS Monthly Review.xlsx (216 KB) 08-2026 Somerset St. Lucie Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (45 KB) Subject 15.3 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (Renaissance Charter of St. Lucie) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance Charter School at St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $529,955 or 3.86% based on RCSSL's numbers and -$4,515,070 or -38.44 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCSSL budgeted $1,979,883 more in revenue than the District. Please note max enrollment per contract is 1340 and as of 06/30/26, RCSSL's actual FTE is 1407 . T he school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance and is projected to end the year with a positive fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 RCSSL FS Monthly Review.xlsx (514 KB) 08-2026 RCSSL Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (35 KB) Subject 15.4 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (Renaissance Charter School of Tradition) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance at Tradition’s projected fund balance at year-end is $3,629,412 or 30.84% based on RCST's estimates and -$334,047 or -4.12 % based on District estimates. The difference in the projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCST's budgeted $3,657,261 more in revenue than the District, due to a higher budget for FEFP. The school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statute 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 RCST FS Monthly Review.xlsx (434 KB) 08-2026 RCST Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (34 KB) Subject 15.5 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (Renaissance Tradition Prep HS) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance at Tradition Prep HS projected fund balance at year-end is $3,907,897 or 41.55% based on RCSTHS's estimates and $-200,503 or -2.81 % based on District estimates. The difference in the projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCSTHS's budgeted $2,266,152 more in revenue than the District, due to a higher budget for FEFP. The school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statute 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 Trad Prep HS Monthly Review.xlsx (584 KB) 08-2026 Renaissance at Trad Prep Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.6 Charter School Financial Reports August 2026 (Independence Classical Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Independence Classical Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $528,950 or 6.20 % based on Independence Classical Academy's estimates and 1,016,258 or 11.27 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted $487,308 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 Independence Classical FS Monthly Review.xlsx (208 KB) 08-2026 Independence Classical Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.7 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (Treasure Coast School for Autism) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Treasure Coast School for Autism projected fund balance at year-end is $692,129 or 18.61% based on Treasure Coast School for Autism estimates and 510,457 or 14.43 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted -$181,672 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 Treasure Coast School for Autism Monthly Review.xlsx (208 KB) 08-2026 Treasure Coast School for Autism Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.8 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (Hillcrest Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Hillcrest Academy projected fund balance at year-end is $67,219 or 3.36 % based on Hillcrest Academy estimates and -25,602 or -1.34 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted -$92,821 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 Hillcrest Academy Monthly Review.xlsx (204 KB) 08-2026 Hillcrest Academy Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.9 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (South Tech Treasure Coast Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: South Tech Treasure Coast Academy High 's projected fund balance at year-end is $71, 462 or 3.09 % based on South Tech Treasure Coast Academy High 's estimates and -1,352,869 or -152.12 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted -$1,424,331 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 South Tech TC Academy High Monthly Review.xlsx (208 KB) 08-2026 South Tech Treasure Coast Academy Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.10 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports August 2026 (South Tech Treasure Coast Middle School) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: South Tech Treasure Coast Middle projected fund balance at year-end is $171,314 or 6.85 % based on South Tech Treasure Coast Middle estimates and -1,367,065 or -142.22 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted -$1,538,379 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 08-2026 South Tech Treasure Coast Middle Monthly Review.xlsx (207 KB) 08-2026 South Tech Treasure Coast Middle Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.11 Charter School Quarterly Financial Reports - September 2026 (Somerset College Preparatory Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Career Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $422,180 or 52.63 % based on Somerset Career Academy estimates and $224,009 or 37.09% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset Career Academy budgeted $198,170 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 Somerset CPA FS Quarterly Review.xlsx (279 KB) 09_2026 CPA Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (44 KB) Subject 15.12 Charter School Quarterly Financial Reports - September 2026 (Somerset Bethany) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Academy Bethany's projected fund balance at year-end is $2,158,561 or 36.07% based on Somerset Academy Bethany's estimates and $2,069,116 or 39.71% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset St. Lucie budgeted $347,248 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09_2026 Somerset Academy Bethany Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (45 KB) 09-2026 Somerset Bethany FS Quarterly Review.xlsx (214 KB) Subject 15.13 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (Somerset Career Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Career Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $422,180 or 52.63 % based on Somerset Career Academy estimates and $224,009 or 37.09% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset Career Academy budgeted $198,170 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 Somerset Career Academy FS Monthly Review.xlsx (205 KB) 09-2026 Somerset Career Academy Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (46 KB) Subject 15.14 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (Somerset St. Lucie) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Academy St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $1,384,469 or 17.07% based on Somerset St Lucie's estimates and $1,100,062 or 15.0% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset St. Lucie budgeted $-775,370 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 Somerset St. Lucie FS Monthly Review.xlsx (217 KB) 09-2026 Somerset St. Lucie Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (29 KB) Subject 15.15 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (Renaissance Charter of St. Lucie) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance Charter School at St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $529,955 or 3.77% based on RCSSL's numbers and -$4,194,114 or -34.76 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCSSL budgeted $1,979,883 more in revenue than the District. Please note max enrollment per contract is 1340 and as of 06/30/26, RCSSL's actual FTE is 1407 . T he school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance and is projected to end the year with a positive fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 RCSSL FS Monthly Review.xlsx (515 KB) 09-2026 RCSSL Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (34 KB) Subject 15.16 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (Renaissance Charter School of Tradition) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance at Tradition’s projected fund balance at year-end is $2,550,532 or 21.67% based on RCST's estimates and -$334,047 or -4.12 % based on District estimates. The difference in the projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCST's budgeted $3,657,261 more in revenue than the District, due to a higher budget for FEFP. The school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statute 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 RCST FS Monthly Review.xlsx (432 KB) 09-2026 RCST Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.17 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (Renaissance Tradition Prep HS) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance at Tradition Prep HS projected fund balance at year-end is $3,907,897 or 41.55% based on RCSTHS's estimates and $-200,503 or -2.81 % based on District estimates. The difference in the projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCSTHS's budgeted $2,266,152 more in revenue than the District, due to a higher budget for FEFP. The school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statute 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 Renaissance at Trad Prep Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (30 KB) 09-2026 Trad Prep HS Monthly Review.xlsx (586 KB) Subject 15.18 Charter School Financial Reports September 2026 (Independence Classical Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Independence Classical Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $528,950 or 5.65 % based on Independence Classical Academy's estimates and 1,016,258 or 11.27 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted $342,698 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 Independence Classical FS Monthly Review.xlsx (211 KB) 09-2026 Independence Classical Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 15.19 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (Treasure Coast School for Autism) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Treasure Coast School for Autism projected fund balance at year-end is $692,129 or 18.61% based on Treasure Coast School for Autism estimates and 510,457 or 14.43 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted -$181,672 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 Treasure Coast School for Autism Monthly Review.xlsx (209 KB) 09-2026 Treasure Coast School for Autism Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (30 KB) Subject 15.20 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (Hillcrest Academy) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Hillcrest Academy projected fund balance at year-end is $67,219 or 3.36 % based on Hillcrest Academy estimates and -25,602 or -1.34 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted -$92,821 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 09-2026 Hillcrest Academy Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (22 KB) 09-2026 Hillcrest Academy Monthly Review.xlsx (204 KB) Subject 15.21 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports September 2026 (South Tech Treasure Coast Middle School) Meeting Nov 17, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 17, 2026 - 5:10 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: South Tech Treasure Coast Middle projected fund balance at year-end is $171,314 or 6.85 % based on South Tech Treasure Coast Middle estimates and -1,447,858 or -164.45 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted -$1,619,172 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is requi