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2 Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Pinellas County Schools 5 p.m. St. Petersburg High School 2501 – 5th Avenue North St Petersburg, FL 33713 https://www.pcsb.org Vision: 100% Student Success Mission: "Educate and prepare each student for college, career and life." 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.2 Invocation - Reverend Renae Phillips, King of Peace MCC, 3150 5th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.3 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.4 National Anthem Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.5 Video - Celebrating Pinellas County Schools' Teachers of the Year! Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.6 Introduction of Professional and Community Organization Reps - Isabel Mascareñas, Public Information Officer Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.7 Presentation by Student Rights and Responsibilities - St. Petersburg High School Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Amendments to the Agenda Subject 2.1 Possible Changes to the Agenda Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Amend the Agenda File Attachments 3. Adoption of Agenda Subject 3.1 Adoption of Agenda Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adopt Agenda File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.1 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March 7-11, 2022 as National School Breakfast Week Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March 7-11, 2022 as National School Breakfast Week. Goals BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools Food and Nutrition Department, joins other Florida districts and states across the country to observe National School Breakfast Week, March 7-11, 2022. The national theme this year is "Take Off with School Breakfast." The theme is to remind parents and stakeholders that a healthy school breakfast helps ensure students' academic success in school so they can "take off" and reach their goals. RATIONALE : National School Breakfast Week celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success. In these uncertain times, busy weekday mornings make it even more of a challenge for many families to find time for a healthy breakfast. Studies show that children who eat school breakfast reach higher levels of achievement in reading and math, score higher on standardized tests, have better concentration and memory, are more alert and maintain a healthy weight. Schools across the country are finding ways to safely celebrate National School Breakfast Week with special menu items, events and fun activities designed for all students. It is the perfect time to bring attention to our current breakfast program and educate parents on the available options. SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments Proclamation National School Breakfast Week 2.22.22.pdf (170 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.2 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March as Youth Art Month Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March as Youth Art Month. BACKGROUND : E ach March the National Art Education Association (NAEA) and the Florida Art Education Association (FAEA) supports National Youth Art Month. This year’s national theme is “Art Connects Us.” During the month of March, we celebrate the strong, equitable and world-class art programs and opportunities provided to K-12 students in Pinellas County Schools. Visual Arts provides students ways to solve visual problems through skillful manipulation of art mediums, a means to express what words cannot say and share a student’s personal voice through their artwork. The district supports and promotes March as National Youth Art Month in many ways, including: The Pinellas County Student Surreal Middle and High School Exhibit is available for viewing at The Dali Museum from January 8 to March 6. A student open house was held on Tuesday, February 1. The Clearwater Arts Alliance’s K-8 Student Art Exhibition is on display at Creative Pinellas from March 2 to April 3. A student reception and awards ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 6. The Word and Image Elementary Schools with Names N-W Exhibition is being showcased at the Morean Arts Center from February 26 to April 3. A student reception and awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, March 26. The Taking Shape Middle School Exhibition is on display at the Dunedin Fine Art Center from March 7 to April 8. A student reception and awards ceremony will be held on Sunday, April 3. The Pinellas Art Education Association (PAEA) also promotes National Youth Art Month annually by encouraging Visual Arts teachers to promote Youth Art Month at their school through creative activities celebrating art throughout March. SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 21-22 Proclamation Youth Art Month 2-22-22.pdf (214 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.3 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March as Music in Our Schools Month Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March as Music in Our Schools Month. BACKGROUND : Each March the National Association for Music Education (NAME) supports the National Music in Our Schools Month celebration. This year’s national theme is “Music: The Sound of My Heart.” During the month of March, we are celebrating the music programs in all Pinellas County Schools. All district students have access to quality music education. Studies have shown consistent links between active participation in music classes and achievement in other academic areas. Music shapes the way our students understand themselves and the world around them. It allows for deep engagement with learning and nurtures creativity, curiosity and personal motivation. The district supports and promotes Music in Our Schools Month in many ways, including: Choral programs will be featured in March during the Florida Vocal Association’s Music Performance Assessments Orchestra programs will be featured in March at the Florida Orchestra Association’s Performance Assessment. As a result of referendum funding, the district has grown orchestra programs in our secondary schools. The district has also partnered with The Florida Orchestra to hire two teaching artists to work with our orchestra programs. Secondary band programs will be featured in March during Florida Bandmasters Association’s District Music Performance Assessments. In partnership with the Pinellas County Music Educators Association, the music programs will be featured throughout the district in social media posts. The Performing Arts department, for its own part to celebrate Music in Our Schools Month, rededicates itself to the maintenance of a music education program that will be relevant for all children and will reach and positively influence each child. SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 21-22 Proclamation Music in Education Month 2-22-22.pdf (249 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.4 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March 7–11, 2022, as “Newspaper in Education” Week Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March 7–11, 2022, as “Newspaper in Education” week. BACKGROUND : A nnually, during the first full school week in March, Newspaper in Education Week is celebrated. Newspaper in Education (NIE) is an international program that encourages the use of the daily newspaper as an instructional classroom tool. Through NIE, newspapers are used with all classroom subjects as a supplemental teaching resource for students from elementary through adult education levels. The Tampa Bay Times Newspaper in Education program is a cooperative effort between schools and the Tampa Bay Times to encourage the use of newspapers as an educational resource. This informational text resource serves as a living textbook for all students. NIE serves educators and students throughout Tampa Bay by providing print and digital newspapers, curriculum supplements, teacher guides, educator workshops and many more resources to classrooms at no cost to schools, teachers or students. The newspaper also provides teachers with contemporary informational texts that engage students and relate academic learning to real-world experiences. Students who learn using the newspaper as an educational resource become lifelong readers and grow up to become more informed and engaged citizens. SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 21-22 Proclamation Newspaper in Education Week 2.22.22.pdf (224 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.5 Recognition of Finalists for the 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year Recognition Program Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Recognition Goals BACKGROUND : This year, 131 talented educators from Pinellas County Schools were nominated for the Teacher of the Year Recognition Program. The process is an extensive one that recognizes educators for their excellence in the field of public education and their dedication and commitment to our vision of 100% Student Success. Ten finalists were selected by a judging committee comprised of district leaders from the Teaching and Learning Department and the Professional Development Department. Those ten finalists were then interviewed by the Superintendent and Leadership Team. Pinellas County Schools’ 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year was announced during the Evening of Excellence celebration on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at the Mahaffey Theater. The Evening of Excellence event is a collaborative effort implemented by the Division of Human Resources Services, the Office of Strategic Communications and the Pinellas Education Foundation. The Teacher of the Year will represent Pinellas County Schools at the Florida Department of Education Teacher of the Year Gala scheduled for July in Orlando. We are extremely proud of all of our educators in Pinellas County and are pleased to introduce these outstanding finalists and our Pinellas County Schools’ Teacher of the Year. Finalists : Catalina Andujar Fifth-grade Teacher at Eisenhower Elementary School Esvicloria Blasingane Mathematics teacher at Pinellas Secondary School Bonnie Capra Vocational teacher at Pinellas Technical College, St. Petersburg Ivana Grant Science teacher at Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole Justin Howard Fifth-grade teacher at Campbell Park Elementary School Eileen Iacobucci Art teacher at East Lake High School Lorna Kelley Mathematics teacher at Tyrone Middle School Deanna Russo Social Studies teacher at Seminole High School Sarah Swoch Science teacher at Pinellas Park Middle School Melissa Walls Third-grade teacher at Safety Harbor Elementary School 2021-2022 Pinellas County Schools’ Teacher of the Year : Eileen Iacobucci Art teacher at East Lake High School 2021-2022 Pinellas County Schools’ Emerging Teachers of the Year : Natalie El Amrani Fourth-grade teacher at Melrose Elementary School Gabrielle Medina Art teacher at Tarpon Springs Middle School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.6 Recognition of Semifinalists and Finalists for the 2021-2022 Support Employee of the Year Recognition Program Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Recognition Goals BACKGROUND : This year, 139 talented support employees from Pinellas County Schools were nominated for the 2021-2022 Support Employee of the Year Recognition Program in the following five categories: Clerical, Food Service, Maintenance/Safety/Health/Transportation, Plant Operations and Classroom Support. Our dedicated support staff spends numerous hours going above and beyond their job to help us reach 100% student success and make a difference in our district. The judging panel for this year’s Support Employee of the Year for Pinellas County Schools was comprised of fifteen judges that featured five former finalists or winners for the Support Employee of the Year for Pinellas County Schools. The judges represented various positions and departments from around the district, including bilingual assistants, secretaries, transportation, safety and security, risk management, operations, professional development and the former and current presidents of SEIU. Judges reviewed applications that included responses in the categories of safety and health, student achievement, leadership, continual improvement and communication and collaboration. Fifteen semifinalists were selected, representing the top three in each of the five categories. Those earning the highest score within each category were deemed the category winners and eligible as finalists for the overall award. The highest overall score of the category winners determined the 2021-2022 Support Employee of the Year. On January 7, 2022, a ceremony was held, where the semifinalists and finalists were honored, and the district’s 2021-2022 Support Employee of the Year was announced. Achieva Credit Union has sponsored this event since 1994 and provided gifts and monetary awards for category semifinalists, finalists and the overall winner. We are incredibly proud of all of our support employees in Pinellas County and are pleased to introduce these outstanding support employee semifinalists and finalists. Category winners are highlighted in bold under each section. Clerical Barbara Frank, PK-12 Performing Arts Office, Secretary/Bookkeeper Angela Dressback, Osceola Fundamental High School, Secretary IV Latasha Gilbert, Gibbs High School, Secretary/Bookkeeper Food Service Jodie Gedenberg, Sandy Lane Elementary School, Food Service Manager II Franja Eastling, Carwise Middle School, Food Service Manager III Clarence Miller, High Point Elementary School, Food Service Manager IV Maintenance/Safety/Health/Transportation Jennifer Reznick, Cypress Woods Elementary School, Licensed Practical Nurse Theresa Jeffords, San Jose Elementary School, Licensed Practical Nurse Jennifer Miller, Safety Harbor Elementary School, Licensed Practical Nurse Plant Operations Edward Wallace, Lakewood Elementary School, Head Plant Operator Patrick Callahan, Largo Middle School, Plant Operator William Hart, Skycrest Elementary School, Head Plant Operator Classroom Support Nicola Rishel, Orange Grove Elementary School, Child Development Associate Michelle Alfred, Seminole Middle School, Family and Community Liaison Laura Wilhelm, Sutherland Elementary School, Library Media Assistant 2021-2022 – Pinellas County Schools’ Support Employee of the Year Edward Wallace, Lakewood Elementary School, Head Plant Operator SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 5. Public Comments on Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Meeting Procedures Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Information Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings, and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak to the Board before it takes action. In each case, (1) you must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; (2) you will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; (3) you will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson; and (4) you may not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. If you wish to speak to agenda items, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker on agenda items concludes his or her comments whichever is later. If you wish to speak during the Public Comment period, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. If you wish to speak during a Public Hearing, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker during the Public Hearing concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: Public Comment. The Board will hear public comment on the general business of the district after adjournment of regular meetings. The Board will not act on any matter you may raise during your presentation. Numbered Agenda Items. Time will be set aside immediately following the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings for you to address numbered agenda items upon which the Board will vote. You may address as many agenda items as you wish during your three (3) minute period, other than items pertaining to employee or student discipline, or any other matter listed in Section 286.0114(3), F.S., such as ministerial acts or emergencies. Public Hearings. Time will be set aside at each public hearing for you to speak on the agenda item. You must confine your comments to the agenda item. Regulation of Disruptive Speech Board meetings are a limited open forum for First Amendment purposes, and your exercise of your First Amendment right of free speech in that context will be recognized and protected, subject to reasonable restrictions as to time, place, and manner. Applause is permitted only when awards are granted. To ensure the expeditious and orderly process of Board meetings, the Chairperson may: Interrupt or terminate a speaker when his/her statement is not relevant, exceeds the time allotted, or is abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, profane, loud, interruptive, or otherwise of a disruptive or disorderly nature; and Order the removal of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, provided the Chairperson has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall anything be construed, to limit or restrain negative, positive, or neutral comments about the manner in which Board employees, agents, the Superintendent, and Board members carry out their duties in public employment or office. Recording of Board Meetings Recordings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment, or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Revised 8/28/15 File Attachments 6. Unfinished Business 7. Consent Subject 7.1 Approval of Consent Agenda Items Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to Approve Items of the Consent Agenda File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.2 Request Approval of the Minutes of the School Meeting of February 8 2022 Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the minutes of the school board meeting of February 8, 2022. File Attachments DRAFT Minutes Board Meeting 02082022.pdf (214 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.3 Request Approval of the Minutes of the School Work Session of February 8, 2022 Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the minutes of the school board work session of February 8, 2022. File Attachments DRAFT Minutes Work Session 02082022.pdf (88 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.4 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations – Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations – Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services - February 22, 2022. Goals BACKGROUND : Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached lists of personnel actions reflect recommendations in various areas including: Administrative – Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations and Retirements Instructional – Appointments, Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations, Retirements, Contracted Services, Substitutes and Teaching Out-of-Field (Teachers, ESOL, Co-Teacher, Long-Term Substitutes) Supporting Services – Appointments, Substitutes, Status Changes, Job Title Changes, Cost Center Changes, Leave of Absences, Resignations and Retirements RATIONALE : Human Resources Services strives to recruit, support and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the administrative, instructional and supporting services personnel actions are requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES: District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY: Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments February 22, 2022 FINAL Administrative.pdf (140 KB) February 22, 2022 FINAL Instructional Set A.pdf (263 KB) February 22, 2022 FINAL Support Set B.pdf (231 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.5 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Administrator, Pinellas Technical College, St. Petersburg Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Jodi J. Kirk to Assistant Administrator, Pinellas Technical College, St. Petersburg, effective February 23, 2022. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Administrator, Pinellas Technical College, St. Petersburg position is available due to the change in assignment of Charles W. Drake, effective November 9, 2021. This position was advertised for two weeks and thirty-seven applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on February 15, 2022. RATIONALE : Jodi Kirk began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2011. She currently serves as a Classroom Teacher at Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole (2015 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Instructional Staff Developer, Career, Technical and Adult Education (2014-2015) and as a Classroom Teacher, Clearwater High School (2011-2014). Ms. Kirk earned a bachelor’s degree in Management from the American Sentinel University, a master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix and a doctorate in Business Administration from Argosy University. DATA SOURCES : William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education Sylester Norwood, Director, Pinellas Technical College, St. Petersburg SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.6 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of Assistant Principal, Dunedin Highland Middle School Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Khristin C. Henderson to Assistant Principal, Dunedin Highland Middle School, effective February 23, 2022. Goals BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Dunedin Highland Middle School position is available due to the change in assignment of Jenieff A. Watson effective February 1, 2022. This position was advertised for one week and eleven applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed three applicants on February 15, 2022. RATIONALE : Khristin Henderson began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2011. She currently serves as an Instructional Staff Developer at Boca Ciega High School (2021 to present). Her background also includes serving as a Classroom Teacher at Doug Jamerson Elementary School (2020-2021), at Midtown Academy (2016-2017), at Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School (2015-2016), at Maximo Elementary School (2014-2015) and at Bay Point Elementary School (2011-2014). She also served as an Instructional Staff Developer at Meadowlawn Middle School (2019-2020) and as a Teacher on Special Assignment at Azalea Middle School (2018-2019). Ms. Henderson earned a bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and History from the University of South Florida and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education. DATA SOURCES : Christen Gonzalez, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 1 Michael Vasallo, Principal, Dunedin Highland Middle School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.7 Request Approval to Create/Revise Job Descriptions Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the changes in job descriptions fall within the operating budget. Recommended Action Approve the creation/revision of job descriptions. Goals BACKGROUND : Human Resources Services continuously engages in reviewing current employee job descriptions and, as appropriate, proposes new/revised job descriptions, being mindful of best practices to accomplish the district’s mission and goals. These new/revised job descriptions accurately reflect the minimum qualifications and/or better aligns the essential responsibilities with the major function of the positions. This results in a more comprehensively trained staff. The following new/revised job descriptions supports a more effective or efficient operation within various departments: Superintendent of Schools Director, Pinellas Technical College Braille Transcriber Level I - Provisional Braille Transcriber Level II - Credentialed Braille Transcriber Level II - Professional RATIONALE : The Compensation team in the Human Resources Services division reviews, updates and revises all job classifications. This assures that Pinellas County School Board job descriptions reflect updated titles, major functions, essential responsibilities, qualifications, pay grades, and reporting structures in order to eliminate the duplication of efforts, and define and delineate position roles and responsibilities. The pay grade for Director, Pinellas Technical College is increasing eight percent (8%) due to the evolving duties and responsibilities associated with the position. DATA SOURCES : William Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education Evelyn Mowatt, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education Lisa Tucker, ESE Specialist SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments Job Descriptions 2.22.22.pdf (294 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.8 Request Approval of Educational Partners International, LLC Agreement Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Recommended Action Approve the agreement with Educational Partners International, LLC. Goals BACKGROUND : Our district, along with districts across the nation, continue to face a teacher shortage. With this in mind, our Human Resources Services department continues to seek out alternative ways to locate potential, high-quality teachers to fill vacancies. One option available is through J-1 Exchange Visitor programs, which are overseen by the U.S. Department of State. The Exchange Visitor Program for Teachers is a nonimmigrant cultural exchange, which gives experienced foreign teachers the opportunity to teach in accredited primary and secondary schools in the United States. Teachers may work in a U.S. school for up to 3 years, with the possibility of a 1- or 2-year extension. This program is a great way to add diversity to our district, incorporate unique teaching perspectives and increase the global awareness of our students while filling high-demand teaching positions at district schools with qualified international teachers. Educational Partners International (EPI), an authorized Department of State and Florida Department of Education sponsor, recruits quality teachers from across the world. EPI assists candidates with obtaining their U.S. teaching credentials and provides teachers with continued professional development. In addition, EPI provides teachers with relocation assistance and health insurance as required by the U.S. Department of State. Each parties' obligations are outlined in the Agreement. The program will provide for a temporary stay of one (1) to five (5) years for visiting educators to teach in Pinellas County Schools. RATIONALE : The surge in the demand for teachers, alongside a diminishing supply and ongoing high-attrition rates, has resulted in increased instructional vacancies. Shortages are more severe in certain content areas (ESE, math, science) and our high-needs schools, where students need highly-skilled teachers. As a strategy to reduce instructional vacancies, the district will work with EPI to place teachers working under a J-1 visa. EPI will provide professional qualified, international educators. The cost of each educator is comparable to the amount that is allocated for a regular instructional unit for the first three (3) years. The fee for each teacher placed in Pinellas County Schools is $14,500. This cost is offset by not being required to pay for the employee's fringe benefits such as FRS, Social Security, Medicare and health insurance, which can total up to $21,000, depending on the coverage taken by the employee. The remaining two (2) years will be a slight increase due to changes regarding employer payroll tax contributions. Partnering with EPI would provide additional candidates for current and projected vacancies, resulting in a reduction of teacher vacancies. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Debra Cucchiara, Manager, Talent Acquisition SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments EPI Contract 2.22.22.pdf (7,084 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.9 Request Approval to Apply for the IDEA, Part B, K-12 Entitlement ARP Grant, July 1, 2021 - September 30, 2023 - $5,393,124 Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this project will provide supplemental funding in the amount of $5,393,124 to support ESE programs districtwide. Recommended Action Approve to apply for the IDEA, Part B, K-12 Entitlement ARP grant, July 1, 2021, through September 30, 2023, requesting funding in the amount of $5,393,124 and authorize district administration to finalize, implement and amend the grant as needed, including processing contracts with vendors listed by name in the budget section of the agenda item. Goals BACKGROUND : The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, K-12 Entitlement ARP (American Rescue Plan) grant supplements the annual IDEA entitlement to ensure that all children with disabilities, ages three through twenty-one, have access to a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to meet each child's unique needs which, in turn, will prepare each child for further education, employment and independent living. The Request for Application was received on December 21, 2021, and was submitted by the due date of January 31, 2022. The IDEA funds are used to support the district strategic plan and the ESE department goals of increasing the high school graduation rate, increasing academic success, improving post-high school outcomes, reducing discipline disproportionality with students with disabilities and Emotional/Behavior Disability) EBD eligibility of Black students. Use of the IDEA ARP funds will include personnel to provide services to students with disabilities, contracted services for specialized services, instructional materials and supplies and professional development for staff. The US Department of Education requires 15% of the IDEA funds be allocated for Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervening Services (CCEIS) to students not identified with disabilities to prevent disproportionality in identification of students from one race compared to the remaining population of students in Pinellas County. The CCEIS portion is $861,937.20 of the total IDEA budget. This allocation funds materials and professional development that benefit non-disabled students. The district is also required to allocate a proportionate share for services to Parentally Placed Private School Students with Disabilities (PPPSSD) based on the survey 2 count (FTE) of Students with Disabilities (SWD). For the IDEA ARP grant, the allocation is $383,608.28 of the IDEA ARP funds. The private school proportionate share provides materials and professional development to serve students with disabilities in private schools. BUDGET : Personnel (Salaries & Fringe) $ 4,934,158.02 Instructional & Support Materials and Supplies $ 182,350.28 Other Purchased Services $ 30,000.00 Really Great Reading Indirect Costs $ 246,615.70 TOTAL: $ 5,393,124.00 RATIONALE : The IDEA, Part B, K-12 Entitlement ARP grant funds are used to supplement the excess costs associated with providing special education and related services to students with disabilities. Without this grant, additional support and professional development would not be provided. DATA SOURCES : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services Evelyn Mowatt, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education Teresa Price, Director, Federal Programs Graham Wilson, Grants Coordinator, Exceptional Student Education SUBMITTED BY : Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Support Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.10 Request Approval to Apply for the IDEA, Part B, PreK Entitlement ARP Grant, July 1, 2021 - September 30, 2023 - $353,124 Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this project will provide supplemental funding in the amount of $353,124 to support ESE PreK programs districtwide. Recommended Action Approve to apply for the IDEA, Part B, PreK Entitlement ARP grant, July 1, 2021 through September 30, 2023 requesting funding in the amount of $353,124 and authorize district administration to finalize, implement and amend the grant as needed. Goals BACKGROUND : The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) ensures that all children with disabilities between the ages of three and twenty-one have access to a free appropriate public education (FAPE). The Request for Application was received on December 21, 2021, and was submitted by the due date of January 31, 2022. The IDEA PreK grant supports the district's efforts to meet each child's unique needs that will in turn prepare him or her for kindergarten and beyond. The IDEA Preschool grant funds personnel and resources in order to meet the needs of students, families and teaching staff of eligible, preschool three- and four-year-olds. These funds support the services funded by ESE guarantee dollars generated through FTE. BUDGET : Personnel (Salaries & Fringe) $ 306,173.63 Instructional & Support Materials and Supplies $ 32,000.00 Indirect Costs $ 14,950.37 TOTAL: $ 353,124.00 RATIONALE : The IDEA, Part B, PreK Entitlement ARP (American Rescue Plan) grant funds are used to supplement the excess costs associated with providing special education and related services to prekindergarten students with disabilities. Without this grant, additional support and supplies would not be provided. DATA SOURCES : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services Evelyn Mowatt, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education Teresa Price, Director, Federal Programs Graham Wilson, Grants Coordinator, Exceptional Student Education SUBMITTED BY : Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Support Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.11 Request for Approval of Purchasing Items in Accordance with Bid Policies and Procedures Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Funding is available in the various departmental budgets. Recommended Action Approve purchasing items in accordance with bid policies and statutes. Goals BACKGROUND : The purchasing documents and proposals on the attachment have been processed in accordance with applicable law and district purchasing policies. Each proposed contract award reflects the most appropriate recommended action, as determined by the relevant competitive solicitation process or applicable exemption. The purchases are necessary to continue to provide a high-quality education for all students. RATIONALE : Approval of the purchasing items will allow the district to continue to provide high-quality education for all students in an efficient and effective manner. DATA SOURCES : Stephen “Joe” Benjamin, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, Director, Purchasing SUBMITTED BY : Kevin W. Smith, CPA, Associate Superintendent, Finance and Business Services File Attachments PURCHASING AGENDA SUMMARY 2-22-22.pdf (6,565 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.12 Request Approval of the 2022-2023 Instructional Materials Adoption Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Categorical funding, as determined by the state, combined with American Recovery Plan (ARP) funds will be used to purchase these instructional materials. Recommended Action Approve the 2022-2023 Instructional Materials Adoption. Goals BACKGROUND : Per state statute all school districts must approve the adoption of instructional materials within three years of the state adoption in each subject area. District committees were formed to review instructional materials submitted for adoption for the 2022-2023 school year. These committees included teachers, community members, instructional coaches, school administrators and district staff. A public hearing on the materials was held February 8, 2022, and the materials were posted online for public review from January 17 to February 15, 2022. The instructional materials that are being brought forward for school board approval are as follows: English Language Arts (ELA) – Kindergarten to Grade 2 Language Arts - Kindergarten, Course Code 5010041 Language Arts – Grade One, Course Code 5010042 Language Arts – Grade Two, Course Code 5010043 Public Consulting Group- Pinellas County Schools Custom Curriculum, Grades K, 1 & 2 Mathematics – Kindergarten to High School - Algebra 2 Mathematics – Grade Kindergarten, Course Code 5012020 Mathematics – Grade One, Course Code 5012030 Mathematics – Grade Two, Course Code 5012040 Mathematics – Grade Three, Course Code 5012050 Mathematics – Grade Four, Course Code 5012060 Mathematics – Grade Five, Course Code 5012070 Mathematics – M/J Accelerated Mathematics Grade 6, Course Code 1205020 Mathematics – M/J Grade 7 Mathematics, Course Code 1205040 Mathematics – M/J Accelerated Mathematics Grade 7, Course Code 1205050 Mathematics – M/J Grade 8 Pre-Algebra, Course Code 1205070 McGraw-Hill Education, Florida Reveal Math Mathematics – Algebra 1, Course Code 1200310 Mathematics – Algebra 1 Honors, Course Code 1200320 McGraw-Hill Education, Florida Reveal Algebra Mathematics – Geometry, Course Code 1206310 Mathematics – Geometry Honors, Course Code 1206320 McGraw-Hill Education, Florida Reveal Geometry Mathematics – Algebra 2, Course Code 1200330 Mathematics – Algebra 2 Honors, Course Code 1200340 McGraw-Hill Education, Florida Reveal Algebra 2 Mathematics – High School Mathematics for College Liberal Arts, Course Code 1207350 Savvas Learning Company, LLC, Thinking Mathematically, 7 th edition c.2019 Pre-Calculus Honors, Course Code 1202340 National Geographic Learning/ Cengage, PreCalculus with Limits, 8 th edition: A Graphing Approach + WebAssign Probability & Statistics with Applications Honors, Course Code 1210300 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group, LLC, Statistics and Probability with Applications, 4 th edition Mathematics for College Algebra, Course Code 1200710 National Geographic Learning/ Cengage, College Algebra, 11 th edition + WebAssign Mathematics for Data and Financial Literacy Honors, Course Code 1200388 National Geographic Learning/ Cengage, Financial Algebra: Advanced Algebra with Financial Applications Tax Code Update + MindTap Mathematics – Advanced Placement Calculus AB, Course Code 1202310 National Geographic Learning/ Cengage, Calculus of a Single Variable, 11 th edition Calculus BC, Course Code 1202320 National Geographic Learning/ Cengage, Calculus for AP: A Complete Course + WebAssign Statistics, Course Code 1210320 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group, LLC, The Practice of Statistics, 6 th edition RATIONALE : As a result of a thorough review process by district committees, these materials represent the committee’s recommendations for supporting instruction in these content areas. DATA SOURCES : Connie Kolosey, Ed.D., Director, Media, Text and Digital Learning Meghan Frye, Program Coordinator, Instructional Materials SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.13 Request Approval of the Agreement with Public Consulting Group, LLC to Develop Customized English Language Arts Grades 3-5 B.E.S.T. Standards Digital and Printed Curriculum Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Funding of $6,109.343 will be provided through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) grant. Recommended Action Approve the agreement with Public Consulting Group, LLC to develop customized English Language Arts grades 3-5 B.E.S.T. standards digital and printed curriculum. BACKGROUND : The new Florida Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) standards for Elementary Reading and Language Arts will begin implementation in grades 3-5 during the 2022-2023 school year. During the curriculum adoption process in the 2020-2021 school year, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) adoption committees recommended pursuing a customized curriculum for grades K-5 English Language Arts. This decision allowed for further exploration of the new standards, local context and a focus on foundational elements of reading that were not wholly present in the textbook publishers that presented materials for adoption. PCS moved forward with a customized curriculum in grades K-2 and is now completing the process in grades 3-5. Public Consulting Group, LLC was chosen as a partner in this development due to their expertise in standards-aligned curriculum and creation of customized curriculum in the past. Materials will be provided for 1,200 3rd-5th grade teachers and 22,000 students as well as additional resources for teachers and students in grades K-2. RATIONALE : Public Consulting Group, LLC is the same vendor providing the print and digital curricular materials and resources for PCS K-2 teachers and students. Maintaining consistency in curriculum development and materials for all grade levels in Elementary Reading and Language Arts is important as teachers learn new materials and standards in both English Language Arts and Mathematics in the same school year. DATA SOURCES : Michael Feeney, Executive Director, Elementary Education Holly Slaughter, Elementary Reading and Language Arts Specialist SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 21-22 PCG Grade 3-5 Agreement 2-22-22.pdf (3,863 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.14 Request Approval of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement with the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC) Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Workforce Program FTE Recommended Action Approve the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement renewal with the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. Goals BACKGROUND : Apprenticeship training programs provide a combination of technical skill instruction and on-the-job training for a variety of occupational areas. Apprentices (students) are sponsored by an employer for the duration of the training program. Sponsors provide paid work experience in the specific training area and support apprentices during classroom instruction through flexible work schedules, paying tuition and fees and connecting to the classroom through workplace tasks. The partnership between the district and the apprenticeship committee is critical to the success of each apprentice and balances the need for highly-trained craftsmen with the ability to provide affordable quality training. RATIONALE : This agreement is a renewal of an agreement that exists between Pinellas County Schools and ABC. ABC provides the instructor salaries, program management and instructional materials while the district maintains the facility, student data and manages state reporting functions. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 2022 ABC Apprenticeship Agreement 2-22-22.pdf (1,465 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.15 Request Approval to Sell District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets by PublicSurplus.com Internet Auction Site or Royal Auction Group Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source Selling of the district's surplus equipment by Public Surplus.com Internet Auction Site or Royal Auction Group generates revenue for the district. Recommended Action Approve selling district surplus and obsolete fixed assets by Public Surplus. com Internet Auction Site or Royal Auction Group. Goals BACKGROUND : The warehouse receives requests from schools and district sites to pick up surplus and obsolete property. A district property forum has been established for schools and district sites to post useful surplus items before being disposed of to provide an opportunity for other district sites to obtain this surplus property. Warehouse trucks transfer the equipment to the surplus property warehouse for storage or disposal. District staff evaluates unclaimed surplus property. Property that is deemed no longer useful to the district is made available for sale to the public using an internet auction site. RATIONALE : The school board authorizes the sale of surplus property. Florida Statutes 274.05, 274.06 and 274.07 provides direction for the disposition and recording of surplus assets which are obsolete and no longer serve a useful function within the district. DATA SOURCES : Michael Hewett, Director, Maintenance Lynnanne Geist, Director, Food and Nutrition Lou Ann Jourdan, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Brian Lowe, Vehicle Maintenance Specialist Joseph Zihala, Warehouse Coordinator SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments 2-22-22 Board List Sell Items.pdf (72 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.16 Request Approval to Recycle, Cannibalize or Scrap District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source Scrap district and obsolete fixed assets sent to recycling generates revenue for the district. Recommended Action Approve request to recycle, cannibalize or scrap district surplus and obsolete fixed assets. Goals BACKGROUND : The warehouse receives requests from schools and district sites to pick up surplus and obsolete property. A district property forum has been established for schools and district sites to post useful surplus items before being disposed of to provide an opportunity for other district sites to obtain this surplus property. Warehouse trucks transfer the equipment to the surplus property warehouse for storage or disposal. District staff evaluates unclaimed surplus property. Property that is deemed no longer useful to the district is made available for sale to the public using an internet auction site RATIONALE : The school board authorizes the sale of surplus property. Florida Statutes 274.05, 274.06 and 274.07 provides direction for the disposition and recording of surplus assets which are obsolete and no longer serve a useful function within the district. DATA SOURCES : Michael Hewett, Director, Maintenance Lynnanne Geist, Director, Food and Nutrition Lou Ann Jourdan, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Brian Lowe, Vehicle Maintenance Specialist Joseph Zihala, Warehouse Coordinator SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments 2-22-22 Board List Recycled Items.pdf (202 KB) 2-22-22 Board List Scrap-Cann Items.pdf (68 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.1 Request Approval of the District English Learners (EL) Plan Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budget Source Approval of District EL Plan will allow Pinellas County Schools to continue to earn ESOL FTE, estimated at 2,992.94 unweighted EL FTE for Fiscal Year 2022. Recommended Action Approve the District English Learners (EL) Plan. BACKGROUND : The District English Learners (EL) Plan, submitted to the FDOE every three years, outlines the required policies and procedures in place across the district to ensure that school and district personnel have the guidance needed to comply with all the requirements and provisions set forth in the laws, rules, regulations and federal court orders pertaining to education of ELs. The plan includes the Home Language Survey, student achievement strategies, assessments, the school-based EL committee procedures, the Parent Leadership Council’s role, ESOL training and other state requirements. The EL Plan is developed with input from the Parent Leadership Council, school staff and district leaders. RATIONALE : The EL Plan ensures school and district personnel have the guidance and processes needed to comply with all the requirements and provisions set forth in the laws, rules, regulations and federal court orders pertaining to equitable education of ELs. Additionally, having an approved District EL Plan in place ensures that the district continues receiving the unweighted EL FTE. DATA SOURCES : Natasa Karac, Ed.D., Director, EL Services SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 21-22 Pinellas District EL Plan 2.22.22.pdf (343 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.2 Request Approval of the Lease Agreement With the United Way of the Suncoast on the Campus of John Hopkins Middle School Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted Yes Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the lease agreement with the United Way of the Suncoast on the campus of John Hopkins Middle School. Goals BACKGROUND : The Board approved an annual lease agreement with the United Way of the Suncoast (United Way) on June 25, 2019, for the entire second floor of building 7 at John Hopkins Middle School. The United Way utilizes the leased space to operate a family and community resource center which provides family support services, financial literacy coaching and free legal services to families in need. The lease agreement provides for an annual renewal upon the written request of the United Way and approval of such request by the superintendent. The lease agreement has been renewed twice and the current lease expires on May 31, 2022. The United Way has requested additional space on the first floor of building 7 to expand their current services to include family health and wellness services and a food pantry. Their request to add an additional 4,406 square feet of leased space will have no impact on the operations of John Hopkins Middle School. All other provisions of the original lease agreement remain unchanged. This updated lease agreement will allow the United Way to: Continue their operations on the second floor of building 7; Expand their operations to a portion of the first floor of building 7 to meet the growing needs of families and children; and Request an annual extension of the lease under the terms of the original lease agreement. RATIONALE : The approval of this lease agreement will provide needed space for the United Way to continue to provide families and children with needed services and will allow for the expansion of services to those families. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Support Services Kelly Fasce, Leasing Analyst Emery Ivery, United Way of the Suncoast SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments United Way Lease Agreement.pdf (7,781 KB) 9. New Business Subject 9.1 Items Introduced by Superintendent Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.2 Items Introduced by the School Board Attorney Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.3 Items Introduced by the Board Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.4 Review of Board Requests Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.5 School Board Meeting Evaluation Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.1 Adjourn Meeting Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adjourn the Meeting The above listed recommendations to the School Board of Pinellas County are submitted for consideration and approval at the meeting of February 22, 2022. Michael A. Grego, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools. File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.2 Public Participation Meeting Feb 22, 2022 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings, and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak to the Board before it takes action. In each case, (1) you must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; (2) you will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; (3) you will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson; and (4) you may not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. If you wish to speak to agenda items, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker on agenda items concludes his or her comments whichever is later. If you wish to speak during the Public Comment period, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. If you wish to speak during a Public Hearing, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker during the Public Hearing concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: Public Comment. The Board will hear public comment on the general business of the district after adjournment of regular meetings. The Board will not act on any matter you may raise during your presentation. Numbered Agenda Items. Time will be set aside immediately following the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings for you to address numbered agenda items upon which the Board will vote. You may address as many agenda items as you wish during your three (3) minute period, other than items pertaining to employee or student d