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2 Tuesday, October 22, 2019 Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Pinellas County Schools 5 p.m. School Administration Building 301 4th Street SW Largo, FL, 33770 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 Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.2 Invocation - Reverend Andy Oliver, Allendale United Methodist Church, 3803 Haines Rd. N., St. Petersburg, Florida 33707 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.3 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.4 National Anthem Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.5 Video - 2019 Certificate of Distinction Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - 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 - Lisa M. Wolf-Chason, Public Information Officer Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.7 Presentation by Student Rights and Responsibilities - Seminole High School Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - 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 Oct 22, 2019 - 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 Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adopt Agenda File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.1 Recognition of National School Lunch Week, October 14-18, 2019 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Recognition Goals BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools Food and Nutrition joined other Florida districts and states across the country to observe National School Lunch Week, October 14-18, 2019. The national theme was "School Lunch: What's on Your Playlist?” The theme highlighted how today's school cafeterias serve up new menu items, chosen by students, with increased choices and customizations. National School Lunch Week is an opportunity to promote school lunch, recognize the many talented members of the Food and Nutrition team, and acknowledge the contribution of a nutritious lunch in the physical and academic development of children and teens. Our dedicated child nutrition professionals served nearly 9.4 million school lunches in the 2018-2019 school year. This represents 53% of our student enrollment every day. Multiple schools participated in National School Lunch Week with activities, decorations, competitions and prizes and by sharing their "playlists" with students. DATA SOURCES : Lynnanne Geist, Director, Food and Nutrition ​​​​​​​ SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.2 Presentation of the Proclamation Recognizing Lights on Afterschool on October 24, 2019 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation recognizing Lights on Afterschool on October 24, 2019. Goals BACKGROUND : We request approval of the proclamation recognizing Lights On Afterschool. Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is a nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. Quality afterschool programs help children and youth discover their talents and passions while providing an opportunity to learn in a different kind of environment than they experience during the regular school day. These programs are essential to helping kids succeed and give working parents the peace of mind that comes with knowing their children are safe and supervised with opportunities to learn. For Lights On Afterschool, programs open their doors so community members can see the hands-on, educational, fun activities they offer. On October 24, 2019, which marks the 20th annual Lights on Afterschool, more than 8,000 local and national events are scheduled to send a powerful message that millions more kids need quality afterschool programs. Many afterschool programs are facing funding shortfalls so severe that they are being forced to close their doors and turn off their lights. Pinellas County Schools’ afterschool programs support students by offering tutoring, academic support and enrichment activities before and after the school day. In addition to Summer Bridge programs, 21st Century programs, and STEM Clubs, the district partners with the Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas to support the Promise Time program, a collaborative initiative that pools the resources of the district and the community to provide extended learning at many of our elementary school sites. Today is a perfect opportunity to recognize and thank our contributing partners. SUBMITTED BY : Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Support Services File Attachments Proclamation Lights On Afterschool 2019.pdf (64 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.3 Presentation of Academies of Distinction Awards Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Presentation, Recognition Goals BACKGROUND : The Academies of Pinellas is a system of 87 distinct career academies, 66 academies in high schools and 21 academies in middle schools, dedicated to expanding and refining individual student focus on career goals and academic success. The Academies are guided by nationally-adopted standards that facilitate the operation of an academy to maximize the rigor and relevance of career and academic content and to provide students clearer direction for their education plan. The Pinellas Education Foundation - Career Education Board partners along with the Career, Technical and Adult Education department to visit each academy twice annually, providing support and guidance in maintaining high-quality academies. These semi-annual visits utilize a rubric of ten operational standards for academies to measure the status of the implementation and effectiveness of the academy. Each standard is ranked from “Planning” to “Exemplary Implementation” and helps schools focus on the most important elements of academy operation. Schools that have achieved “Exemplary Implementation” on each of the ten standards are eligible for Academy of Distinction honors and are invited by the Career Education Board to submit documentation of their practices in each standard. Academy of Distinction awards are reviewed every two years to ensure the academy is maintaining the highest level of performance and alignment to the national standard. Designating the following career academies as Academies of Distinction will increase the total number of academies having met the rigorous requirements for this recognition to twenty high school academies and one middle school academy. Academy of Engineering, East Lake Middle School Culinary Arts Academy, Osceola Fundamental High School Center for Technology, Entertainment and Design, Osceola Fundamental High School Academy of Construction Technology, Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole Gaming, Simulation and Programming Academy, Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole Veterinary Assisting Academy, Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School at Seminole Veterinary Science Academy, Tarpon Springs High School SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.4 Introduction of Newly Appointed Administrators Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Presentation, Recognition Goals The following individuals have been appointed to the positions listed below and will be introduced to the board. Background information is as follows: Jacqueline Cassidy, Principal, Nina Harris Exceptional Student Education Center Jacqueline Cassidy began her employment in Pinellas County Schools in 2016. She served as the Assistant Principal, Richard L. Sanders Exceptional Student Education Center from 2016 until she was appointed Principal, Nina Harris Exceptional Student Education Center effective September 25, 2019. Her background also includes serving as a Classroom Teacher, Newport News, VA (2004-2009); a Reading and Math RTI Coordinator (2009-2011) and an Assistant Principal (2011-2014) in Colorado; and as a Classroom Teacher/Math Coach in Pasco County Schools (2014-2016). Ms. Cassidy earned a bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management and master’s degrees in Curriculum and Instruction from Colorado Christian University and in Education Administration and Supervision from the University of Phoenix. Brian Doughty, Director, Network and Telecommunications Brian Doughty began his employment in Pinellas County Schools in 2010. He served as the Network Administrator from 2013 until he was appointed Director, Network and Telecommunications effective October 9, 2019. Mr. Doughty’s background also includes serving as a Network Administrator Apprentice (2010-2013) and as a Design Engineer/Contract Administrator for Shared Technologies, Inc. (2004-2009). Mr. Doughty earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with specialization in Spanish from the University of Florida. Thomas Mark Hagewood, Director, Transportation Thomas Mark Hagewood began his employment in Pinellas County Schools in 2005. He served as the Executive Manager, Transportation Services from 2007 until he was appointed Director, Transportation effective October 1, 2019. His background also includes serving as the Route and Safety Auditor (2005-2007). He also served as the Transportation Coordinator, Palm Beach District Schools (2002-2005); and as a Bus Driver, Dispatcher, Driver Supervisor and Training/Safety Coordinator for Metropolitan Nashville Board of Education Transportation Department (1998-2002). Mr. Hagewood earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the Western Kentucky University. SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 5. Public Comments on Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Meeting Procedures Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - 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 Subject 6.1 Public Hearing to Consider the Amendment to Policy 2250 – FUNDAMENTAL SCHOOLS, MAGNET PROGRAMS, and CAREER ACADEMIES (This is the second reading with no changes since the first reading.) Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the amendment to Policy 2250 – FUNDAMENTAL SCHOOLS, MAGNET PROGRAMS, and CAREER ACADEMIES. Goals BACKGROUND : Policy 2250 is being proposed for amendment to reflect changes to the PROCEDURES FOR DISTRICT APPLICATION PROGRAMS, which is incorporated within the policy including: New programs Elisa Nelson Elementary- Center for Literacy Innovation Garrison Jones Elementary- Dual Language Immersion Program Program name changes Kings Highway Elementary- Center of Digital Learning and STEAM Melrose Elementary- Center for Communications, Journalism and Multimedia John Hopkins Middle- Center for Communications, Journalism and Multimedia Lakewood High- Center for Communications, Journalism and Multimedia Added and rearranged language to help families better understand the end of the year process for District Application Program students on other program wait lists. Designate DAP career academies as Magnet Programs to eliminate confusion with high school career academies not needing an application. Amend policy name to reflect FUNDAMENTAL SCHOOLS and MAGNET PROGRAMS. For a full account of the changes, please reference the included ‘DAP Summary of Changes’ document. RATIONALE : To provide families with more educational choice options, new programs have been created. The document has been updated to ensure continued alignment to elementary, middle, and high school magnet structures and processes. Such updates to the DAP Procedures align with stakeholder feedback gathered throughout the 2018-2019 school year. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services Ward Kennedy, Area Superintendent, Area 1 Patricia Wright, Area Superintendent, Area 4 Nikita Reed, Chief Transformation Officer Jennifer Dull, Director, Strategic Planning and Policy William Lawrence, Director, Student Demographics, Assignment, and School Capacity Ellen Truskowski, District Application Programs Specialist SUBMITTED BY : William P. Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent File Attachments Policy 2250- Fundamental Schools- Magnet Programs.pdf (218 KB) Policy 2250- Summary of Changes.pdf (106 KB) 6. Unfinished Business Subject 6.2 Public Hearing to Consider the Amendment to Policy 2260 - NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY (This is the second reading with no changes since the first reading.) Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the amendment to Policy 2260 - NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY. Goals BACKGROUND : During the 2019 General Legislative session, House Bill 741 was enacted and added ‘religion’ to the list of basis upon which school district could not discriminate. Other federal and state laws, as well as over a dozen existing school board policies, already preclude this. Policy 2260; however, tracks the amended statute verbatim and is, therefore, being proposed for amendment to align with the legislative action. This policy amendment will not affect any district practice as it has, does and will continue to be vigilant against discrimination based upon religion and all other protected classifications . RATIONALE : Update Policy to reflect legislation enacted in the 2019 General Legislative Session. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Jennifer Dull, Director, Strategic Planning and Policy SUBMITTED BY : William P. Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent File Attachments Policy 2260.pdf (327 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.1 Approval of Consent Agenda Items Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - 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 Regular School Board Meeting of October 8, 2019 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Minutes File Attachments Draft Minutes of Regular Meeting 10.08.19.pdf (113 KB) Joanne Lentino 100819.pdf (212 KB) Lisa Cane 100819.pdf (219 KB) PCSB Legislative Priorities 100819.pdf (37 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.3 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations – Instructional Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - 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 – Instructional, October 22, 2019. Goals BACKGROUND: Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of instructional personnel actions reflects recommendations in various areas, including 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). RATIONALE: Human Resources Services strives to r ecruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the instructional personnel actions is requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services to students. Human Resources Services has determined that all persons recommended for appointment 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 Oct 22 FINAL Instructional Set A.pdf (721 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.4 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations – Supporting Services Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of these personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations – Supporting Services, October 22, 2019. BACKGROUND: Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached list of supporting services personnel actions reflects recommendations in various areas including Appointments, Substitutes, Status Changes, Job Title Changes, Cost Center Changes, Leave of Absences, Resignations, and Retirements. RATIONALE: Human Resources Services strives to r ecruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce . Approval of the 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 contain 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 Oct 22 FINAL Support Set B.pdf (390 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.5 Request Approval to Create/Revise Job Descriptions Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district based on these changes. 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: Coordinator, Sustainability and Energy Management (Lead) Coordinator, Sustainability and Energy Management Bus Driver, Transportation 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. DATA SOURCES : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments Job Descriptions 101519.pdf (164 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.6 Request Approval of the Agreement Between School Board of Putnam County on Behalf of the North East Florida Educational Consortium (NEFEC) and Pinellas County School District, October 1, 2019, - September 30, 2020 - $518,027 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this project will provide supplemental federal funds to support implementation of the Strategic Instruction Model™ (SIM), a research validated set of instructional tools that increase the proficiency rates of all students, and particularly students with disabilities. Recommended Action Approve the agreement between School Board of Putnam County on behalf of the North East Florida Educational Consortium (NEFEC) and Pinellas County School District, October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2020, and authorize district administration to finalize and implement the agreement as written. Goals BACKGROUND : In 2017, the U.S. Department of Education awarded a State Personnel Development Grant (SPDG) to the North East Florida Educational Consortium (NEFEC). During 2019-20, Pinellas County Schools will be in its third year of implementation for this five-year grant. The purpose of the grant is to support evidence-based strategies that will lead to increased graduation and proficiency rates for students with disabilities (SWD). As one of 13 participating NEFEC districts, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) receives a portion of SPDG funds to coordinate and facilitate professional development for teachers throughout the consortium on the Strategic Instruction Model™ (SIM). This project aligns with our districtwide focus on improving learning outcomes and narrowing achievement gaps for SWD. Other NEFEC districts served by this project are Bradford, Charlotte, Citrus, DeSoto, Escambia, Flagler, Gadsden, Hendry, Hernando, Holmes, Lee, and Polk—with Putnam County serving as fiscal agent. BUDGET: Personnel (Salaries and Fringe) $ 233,698 ESE Specialist Instructional Staff Developer Secretary II Clerk Specialist II Materials and Supplies $ 53,000 Travel and Registrations $ 93,500 Other Purchased Services Contracted services for SIM Coaches (20) $ 110,700 Other Purchased Services $ 125,000 Equipment and Other Capital Costs $ 7,739 Indirect Costs $ 19,390 Total: $ 518,027 RATIONALE : The SIM™ appears in the What Works Clearinghouse as an evidence-based instructional technique that increases the proficiency of all students, including students with disabilities, when implemented with fidelity. Results from participating schools implementing SIM™ Content Enhancement Routines are showing a positive impact for the target group of students with disabilities (SWD). For school year 2017-2018, Pinellas County’s SWD who participated in regular high school Biology classrooms with SIM Content Enhancement Routines outperformed their peers in classrooms where these routines were not implemented by +2.29%. The Federal Uniform Graduation rate for SWD in Pinellas increased from 67.1% for 2016-17 to 72.5% for 2017-18. Additionally, the Algebra proficiency rate for SWD increased from 20.7% to 21.9%. DATA SOURCES : Cindy Medici, ESE Specialist Mary R. Conage, Ed.D., Director, Special Projects ​​​​ SUBMITTED BY : Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Support Services File Attachments NEFEC Agreement.pdf (381 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.7 Request Approval of Purchasing Items in Accordance with Bid Policies and Statutes Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - 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 a high-quality education for all students in an efficient and effective manner. DATA SOURCES : Linda M. Balcombe, CPPO, CPPB, Director, Purchasing SUBMITTED BY : Kevin W. Smith, CPA, Associate Superintendent, Finance and Business Services File Attachments 102219agenda.pdf (2,605 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.8 Request Approval of the Health Science Education Clinical Agreement With Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Department Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the Health Science Education Clinical Agreement with Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Department. Goals BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools offers health science education classes and clinical experiences at health facilities in the community. Clinical opportunities and externships offer our students real-world, hands-on experiences that cannot be duplicated in a classroom or career technical lab and are a required part of the health science curriculum. Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Department has requested an agreement for Pinellas County Schools' health science education program students to obtain the necessary clinical experience at the agency. RATIONALE : This agreement with Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Department will provide medical students the opportunity to gain valuable work-based experience in an active environment. Students will work alongside healthcare professionals in order to better prepare them to enter the workplace after graduation. Clinical experiences begin after the student completes the classroom/laboratory portion of the program. This agreement establishes the guidelines and responsibilities of Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Department and the district to ensure the students have a safe and successful clinical experience. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education Susan Goldman, Family and Consumer Sciences and Health Science Education Specialist SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Department 2019.pdf (1,448 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.9 Request Approval of the School Affiliation Agreement With Galencare, Inc. d/b/a Northside Hospital for Student Internship Opportunities Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the School Affiliation Agreement with Galencare, Inc. d/b/a Northside Hospital for Student Internship Opportunities. Goals BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools offers health sciences education programs with theoretical instruction and clinical experiences at health facilities in the community. Clinical opportunities offer our students real-world, hands-on experiences that cannot be duplicated in a classroom or career technical lab. Northside Hospital has requested an agreement with Pinellas County Schools' health science education program students to obtain the necessary experience. In addition, Northside Hospital has requested inclusion of the building maintenance related programs students in the agreement with the specialty internship of maintaining a hospital. RATIONALE : This agreement with Northside Hospital will provide the health science education students an opportunity to gain valuable work-based experience in a patient care environment. Students will work alongside healthcare professionals to better prepare them to enter the workplace after graduation. Clinical experiences begin after the student completes the theoretical/laboratory portion of the program. The building maintenance related programs students will gain experience in the highly specialized environment of a hospital. This agreement establishes the guidelines and responsibilities of the facility and school district to ensure the students in all the programs have a safe and successful clinical experience. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education Susan Goldman, Family and Consumer Sciences and Health Science Education Specialist SUBMITTED BY : Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services File Attachments Northside Attorney approved agreement, 2019.pdf (4,873 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.10 Request Approval of Agreement With Skanska USA Building, Inc. for Construction Management (CM) Services in Connection With the Window and Building Envelope Replacement in the Amount of $414,634.46 at Meadowlawn Middle School, Project No. 9278 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source The estimated total cost of this project is $3,500,000. The cost of this agreement is $414,634.46. The source of this funding is district capital outlay. Recommended Action Approve the agreement with Skanska USA Building, Inc. for the window and building envelope replacement at Meadowlawn Middle School, Project No. 9278. Goals BACKGROUND : Pursuant to Section 287.055 Florida Statutes, a competitive selection process was used and negotiations were conducted with the selected firm for CM services in connection with the window and building envelope replacement at Meadowlawn Middle School. The estimated total cost of the project is $3,500,000. This agreement will compensate the CM in the amount of $414,634.46 for: (1) Preconstruction services in the amount of $28,816.62; (2) Construction Services including procurement of long lead material and equipment, subcontractor agreements for work, and CM administrative and staffing in the amount of $385,817.84. The CM services will consist of scheduling, cost estimating, constructability reviews and value engineering. This agreement includes the CM’s compensation for preconstruction (design) phase services, construction phase administrative services, profit and overhead. Once the design documents are sufficiently complete, a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the cost of the construction will be established and agreed upon. The cost of the work, either in parts or as a whole, will be added to this agreement by amendments as they are established. A copy of the agreement is attached. RATIONALE : Approval of the agreement is necessary to proceed with the CM services to begin the corrective measures for the window and building envelope water intrusion and interior paint failure. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Craig D. Pollei, A.I.A., Director, Facilities Design and Construction Michael Parkinson, Senior Construction Coordinator Joseph Maceda, Financial Reporting Analyst, Facilities and Operations Daniel Abou-Jaoude, Project Executive, Skanska USA Building, Inc. Ted Williamson, A.I.A., P.E., Williamson Dacar Associates SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments Meadowlawn MS 9278 Legal Signed CM Agreementpdf.pdf (19,092 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.11 Request Approval of the School Resource Officer Agreements With the Sheriff of Pinellas County, the City of Pinellas Park, the City of Largo, the City of Gulfport and the City of St. Petersburg Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source The cost to the school district for these School Resource Officer Agreements is $2,498,118 for the 2019-2020 school year. Recommended Action Approve the School Resource Officer Agreements with the Sheriff of Pinellas County, the City of Pinellas Park, the City of Largo, the City of Gulfport and the City of St. Petersburg. Goals BACKGROUND : The current School Resource Officer (SRO) Agreements entered into between the School Board and the Sheriff of Pinellas County, the City of Pinellas Park, the City of Largo, the City of Gulfport and the City of St. Petersburg expired at the end of the fiscal year (June 30, 2019). The parties have agreed to enter into new agreements. Under the agreements, the Board will pay $59,479 for each officer assigned to the schools. The Sheriff of Pinellas County will assign a total of nineteen (19) officers, two to serve at Dixie Hollins High School, Dunedin High School, East Lake High School, Osceola High School, Palm Harbor University High School and Seminole High School. One officer will serve at Bayside High School, Dunedin Highland Middle School, Pinellas Park Middle School, Safety Harbor Middle School, Osceola Middle School, East Lake Middle School and Carwise Middle School. The annual amount payable to the Sheriff of Pinellas County under the agreement is one million one hundred thirty thousand one hundred one dollars ($1,130,101). The City of Pinellas Park will assign a total of three (3) officers, one to serve at Morgan Fitzgerald Middle School and two to serve at Pinellas Park High School. The annual amount payable to the City of Pinellas Park under this agreement is one hundred seventy-eight thousand four hundred thirty-seven dollars ($178,437). The City of Largo will assign a total of four (4) officers, two to serve at Largo High School and one each at Pinellas Gulf Coast Academy and Largo Middle School. The annual amount payable to the City of Largo under this agreement is two hundred thirty-seven thousand nine hundred sixteen dollars ($237,916). The City of Gulfport will assign a total of three (3) officers, two to serve at Boca Ciega High School and one at Gulfport Elementary School. The annual amount payable to the City of Gulfport under this agreement is one hundred seventy-eight thousand four hundred thirty-seven dollars ($178,437). The City of St. Petersburg will assign a total of thirteen (13) officers, two to serve at St. Petersburg High School, Gibbs High School, Northeast High School and Lakewood High School and one each at Azalea Middle School, Bay Point Middle School, Tyrone Middle School, Meadowlawn Middle School and John Hopkins Middle School. The annual amount payable to the City of St. Petersburg under this agreement is seven hundred seventy-three thousand two hundred twenty-seven dollars ($773,227). The City of Clearwater and the City of Tarpon Springs are parties to a multi-year contract on the same financial terms set forth above and therefore are not included in this agenda item. RATIONALE : The renewal and revisions to the SRO Agreements with the Sheriff of Pinellas County, the City of Pinellas Park, the City of Largo, the City of Gulfport and the City of St. Petersburg are in the best interest of the district to ensure the continued safety and security of the students and staff within the schools. DATA SOURCES : William P. Corbett, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent Luke Williams, Chief of Schools Police Laurie Dart, Staff Attorney SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments SRO Agreement Sheriff Signed 2019.pdf (497 KB) SRO Agreement - City of PInellas Park Signed 2019.pdf (515 KB) SRO Agreement - City of Largo Signed 2019.pdf (495 KB) SRO Agreement - City of Gulfport.pdf (830 KB) SRO Agreement - City of St. Pete Signed 2019.pdf (867 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.12 Request Approval of Substantial Completion for the Third Floor of Building 4 as of August 30, 2019, at St. Petersburg High School, Project No. 9188 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the substantial completion for the third floor of building 4 at St. Petersburg High School, Project No. 9188. Goals BACKGROUND : The project architect has certified this project is substantially complete as of August 30, 2019. This date establishes the beginning of the school district’s responsibilities for maintenance, cleaning, and insurance for this work. Warranties for this work shall commence per contract terms and the school district is responsible for oversight of warranty claims. A punch list of work to be completed or corrected was made on the date of substantial completion and such work must be complete before final acceptance. A copy of the substantial completion form is attached. RATIONALE : The work required under the terms of the contract is substantially complete. The establishment of a date of substantial completion is a requirement of the contract terms. DATA SOURCES : Craig D. Pollei, A.I.A., Director, Facilities Design and Construction Richard Gauvey, Senior Construction Coordinator Stephen Williams, A.I.A., Principal, Rowe Architects, Inc. Joe Primiani, Vice-President, Creative Contractors, Inc. SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments St. Pete HS 9188 Bldg. 4 Third Floor Substantial Completion.pdf (1,087 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.13 Request Approval to Recycle, Cannibalize or Scrap District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No 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 technology equipment. Computer equipment that is over 5 years old and unrepairable is sent to the surplus warehouse to be physically checked in by onsite district support staff. Any computers found to be useful by onsite technical support staff may get reassigned to schools or district sites. Schools may keep obsolete technology equipment that meets their educational needs. Computers that are deemed no longer useful to the district are sent to a recycling company. RATIONALE : The school board authorizes the disposal 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 Michael Johannesen, Manager User Support Lou Ann Jourdan, Manager, Budget, FTE and Cost Reporting Joseph Maceda, Financial Reporting Analyst, Facilities and Operations Joseph Zihala, Warehouse Coordinator SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments 10-22-19 Board List Recycled Items.pdf (209 KB) 10-22-19 Board List Scrap-Cannibalized Items.pdf (109 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.14 Request Approval to Sell District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets on PublicSurplus.com Internet Auction Site Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action Approve request to sell district surplus and obsolete fixed assets on PublicSurplus.com internet auction site. 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, Manager, Budget, FTE and Cost Reporting Brian Lowe, Vehicle Maintenance Specialist Joseph Zihala, Warehouse Coordinator SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Associate Superintendent, Operational Services File Attachments 10-22-19 Board List Sell Items.pdf (109 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.1 Request Approval of the Proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan and Adoption of the Tentative Five-Year Facilities Work Program for 2019-2020 Through 2023-2024 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the Proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan following public comment, and adopt the Tentative Facilities Work Program for 2019-2020 through 2023-2024, as presented. Goals BACKGROUND : On September 11, 2018, the school board approved the district’s Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan for 2018-2019 through 2022-2023 and adopted the corresponding Five-Year Facilities Work Program, in accordance with 1013.41 (3), 1013.61 and 1013.35, Florida Statutes. The Capital Outlay Committee and support staff developed this Proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan, using the July 2019 Educational Plant Survey, the District’s Capital Outlay Guidelines and Prioritization System, and broad-based input from school and district staff. The Proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan maintains balanced capital priorities and projected revenues by year over the five-year period. The Tentative Facilities Work Program incorporates the Proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan and related data on permanent and relocatable facilities into a specific format, as prescribed by the Florida Department of Education. The board-adopted Facilities Work Program must be submitted to the Florida Department of Education by October 1, 2019. A summary of major changes in the Proposed Five-Year Plan is provided in the support materials and includes the following: Revenue Projections : Revenue projections have been updated to reflect the 2019 Legislative session and other more recent revenue estimates. An increase in the tax roll has resulted in a projected increase of local capital outlay (1.5 Mills) revenue. In fiscal year 2017-2018 the district issued Certificate of Participation (COPs) bonds, of $68 million. The district anticipates issuing an additional $72 million in bonds over the next five-year period. No PECO maintenance dollars were allocated to traditional schools in fiscal year 2019-2020, as such, no PECO revenue is included in this Five-Year Plan. CO & DS and Interest-Earning revenue was updated from the prior year estimates. “New” Year 5 (2023-2024) : Consistent with statutory requirements, “New” Year 5 (2023-2024) estimated revenues and project allocations have been incorporated into the Five-Year Plan. Adjustments to other Capital Projects significant changes are : The plan reflects the addition of new capital projects as presented on the district’s Facilities “Six-Year Capital Outlay Plan.” The five-year total is projected to be $242.7 million and is funded through local capital outlay proceeds (1.5 Mills) as well as the issue of Certificate of Participation bonds and CO & DS. The plan updates the principal and interest payments associated with the COPs issuance. The projected debt service, including principal and interest, is estimated at a five-year total of $39.5 million. The plan reflects the elimination of the Charter School Capital Outlay allocation in 2019-2020 as it was fully funded by the state. Beginning with fiscal year 2017-2018 school boards are required to share their local capital outlay proceeds (1.5 Mills) with charter schools on a per student basis when the state appropriates less than the charter schools’ annual allocation. Please see the Summary of Major Changes and the Proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan for 2019-2020 through 2023-2024 for additional details regarding the above changes. The Proposed Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan and Tentative Facilities Work Program, along with the related support materials, are attached. RATIONALE : Florida Statutes require the school district to annually prepare a Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan and Tentative Facilities Work Program containing specific data elements. The school board must also provide the opportunity for public comment and then adopt the Tentative Five-Year Facilities Work Program prior to adopting its annual capital outlay budget. This online submission had not been updated or refreshed for the 2019-2020 fiscal year prior to September 10, 2019, date of the final Budget public hearing. As such districts were unable to comply with Florida Statute 1013.35 which requires districts to annually prepare the Facilities Work Program prior to adopting the district school budget. This subsystem is updated and maintained by the Office of Educational Facilities branch of the Florida Department of Education. Once approved, the board is required to adopt any amendments to the Tentative Five-Year Facilities Work Program, after providing proper notice and opportunity for public comments on the proposed changes, and to annually update the Five-Year Facilities Work Program. DATA SOURCES : Karen L. Coffey, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Capital Outlay Committee Selected School and District Staff SUBMITTED BY : Kevin W. Smith, CPA, Associate Superintendent, Finance and Business Services File Attachments Capital Plan 2019_20.pdf (277 KB) Work Plan_Pinellas_1920.pdf (368 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.2 Request Approval to Apply for the Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant, From Date of Award Notification Through June 30, 2020 - $286,933 Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this project will provide funds to establish new registered apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship programs, or expand existing registered apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship programs in the amount of $286,933. Recommended Action Approve to apply for the Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant, from date of award notification through June 30, 2020, requesting funding in the amount of $286,933 and authorize district administration to finalize and implement the grant as written. Goals BACKGROUND : In January 2019, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 19-31, which included securing $10 million in funding for fiscal year 2019-20 to seed high-quality workforce apprenticeships and other industry-specific learning opportunities for students. The Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant is open to high schools, school district career centers, school district charter technical career centers, Florida College System institutions, and other entities authorized to sponsor an apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship program. These state funds are authorized under the 2019 General Appropriations Act, Appropriation Number 125A, and they must be used to establish new or expand existing registered apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship programs. BUDGET : Personnel $ 89,533 Apprenticeship Coordinator Materials and Supplies $ 57,000 Travel and Registrations $ 14,500 Other Purchased Services $ 125,000 Advertising $40,000 Postage $10,000 Website development $40,000 Graphic design $35,000 Equipment and Other Capital Costs $ 900 Total: $ 286,933 RATIONALE : Like many industries across Florida, the teaching profession is experiencing the impact of an aging workforce and limited numbers of quality replacements. In response to this need, Pinellas County Schools has partnered with local colleges and universities to recruit and train local talent. Approval of this grant will provide resources to design and develop a Registered Teacher Apprenticeship program as part of this strategy. DATA SOURCES : William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education Mary R. Conage, Ed.D., Director, Special Projects ​​​​ SUBMITTED BY : Lori Matway, Associate Superintendent, Student and Community Support Services File Attachments 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.3 Request Approval of the 2020-2021 Instructional Calendar and Special Observance Days Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the Instructional Calendar and Special Observance Days for the 2020-2021 school year. BACKGROUND : A calendar committee representing students, parents, teachers, support staff, instructional staff, and various community groups met on two occasions to develop the Instructional Calendar for the 2020-2021 school year. The proposed calendar includes the following: A school start date for 10-month instructional staff on Monday, August 3, 2020, and for students on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 Eighty-six (86) days of instruction during the first semester and ninety-four (94) days second semester, providing for the administration of first semester exams prior to winter break Seven days of preplanning for 10-month teachers Potential hurricane make-up days on October 12, 2020, January 4, 2021, and March 22, 2021. If four (4) hurricane make-up days are needed those will be held on October 12, 2020, November 23, 2020, November 24, 2020 and January 4, 2021. A Thanksgiving break from Saturday, November 21, 2020, through Sunday, November 29, 2020, for students and 10-month instructional staff A winter break commencing Saturday, December 19, 2020, with 10-month instructional staff returning on Monday, January 4, 2021, and students returning on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 A spring break from Saturday, March 13, 2021, through Sunday, March 21, 2021, for students and 10-month instructional staff A school ending date for students on Thursday, May 27, 2021, and for 10-month instructional staff on Friday, May 28, 2021 RATIONALE : The proposed Instructional Calendar is recommended based on input from representatives of a multitude of stakeholder groups. The calendar takes into consideration a number of non-negotiables: That the Pinellas County School District makes all decisions based on what is in the best interest of students. A legislative mandate that the opening date for schools may not be earlier than August 10 of each year. This year’s calendar committee also considered input from multiple stakeholder groups, including parents and students, who have requested that the district continues to provide a schedule that permits the administration of first semester exams prior to winter break. DATA SOURCES : Calendar Committee comprised of Area Superintendents; Career, Technical and Adult Education; Communications; Community; Facilities; Finance; Food and Nutrition; Human Resources Services; Information and Technology Services; Parents; PCTA; PESPA; Principals; Professional Development; School Board; SEIU; Students; Teachers; Teaching and Learning Services; Testing; and Transportation SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Services File Attachments 2020.2021Calendars Draft.pdf (178 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.4 Setting a Public Hearing and Authorizing the Advertisement of the Public Hearing to Consider Amendment of Policies 5410.01 - REQUIRED CORE CURRICULUM/PROMOTION/RETENTION/ACCELERATION - ELEMENTARY, 5410.02 - REGULAR PROGRAM CORE CURRICULUM/PROMOTION/RETENTION/ACCELERATION - MIDDLE SCHOOL, 5430 - CLASS RANK, 5500.05 – CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT – STUDENT ATTENDANCE, AND 6152 - STUDENT FEES, FINES, AND CHARGES (This is the first reading.) Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Approve request of Setting a Public Hearing and Authorizing the Advertisement of the Public Hearing to Consider Amendment of Policies 5410.01 - REQUIRED CORE CURRICULUM/PROMOTION/RETENTION/ACCELERATION - ELEMENTARY, 5410.02 - REGULAR PROGRAM CORE CURRICULUM/PROMOTION/RETENTION/ACCELERATION - MIDDLE SCHOOL, 5430 - CLASS RANK, 5500.05 – CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT – STUDENT ATTENDANCE, AND 6152 - STUDENT FEES, FINES, AND CHARGES. Goals BACKGROUND : Each year, the district reviews policies in alignment with legislative updates as well as district and state practices. The proposed amendments to the policies below relate to the Student Progression Plan and policies closely tied to it in the Code of Student Conduct and related to student fees. Policy 5410.01 - Required Core Curriculum/Promotion/Retention/Acceleration – Elementary Added language on updated state requirements for Good Cause Exemption for English Learner students subject to 3rd grade mandatory retention. Policy 5410.02 - Regular Program Core Curriculum/Promotion/Retention/Acceleration - Middle School Added language regarding state requirements for career and education planning for Middle School Social Studies classes. Policy 5430 - Class Rank Added language detailing what courses can be omitted for the sole purpose of calculating valedictorian and salutatorian class rank. Policy 5500.05 – Code of Student Conduct – Student Attendance Added language citing recent legislative standards on state reporting of student attendance. Policy 615 2 - Student Fees, Fines, and Charges Added language detailing the fee requirements for Advanced Placement exam fees. RATIONALE : The proposed amendments to these policies ensure alignment with legislative updates as well as district and state practices. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Laurie Dart, Staff Attorney Kevin Hendrick, Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning Services Ward Kennedy, Area Superintendent, Area 1 Michael Feeney, Executive Director, Elementary School Education Dywayne Hinds, Ed.D., Executive Director, Middle School Education Rita Vasquez, Ed.D., Executive Director, High School Education Jennifer Dull, Director, Strategic Planning and Policy Natasa Karac, Ed.D., Director, English Learning Services Judith Vigue, Director, Advanced Studies and Academic Excellence File Attachments 5410.01 with updates.pdf (202 KB) 5410.02 with updates.pdf (156 KB) 5430 with updates.pdf (106 KB) 5500.05 with updates.pdf (113 KB) 6152 with updates.pdf (101 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.5 Setting a Public Hearing and Authorizing the Advertisement of the Public Hearing to Consider Creation of Policy 5330.02 - MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE BY QUALIFIED STUDENTS IN SCHOOLS (This is a first reading.) Meeting Oct 22, 2019 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Approve request of Setting a Public Hearing and Authorizing the Advertisement of the Public Hearing to Consider Creation of Policy 5330.02 - MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE BY QUALIFIED STUDENTS IN SCHOOLS. Goals BACKGROUND : The policy is being proposed due to recent legislative action requiring such adoption. The policy will codify current district initiatives in this area. In preparation and development of the proposed language, policies from other Florida school districts were consulted. RATIONALE : The proposed policy aligns with legislative mandates and codifies current practice. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Laurie Dart, Staff Attorney Heather Wallace, Assistant School Board Attorney Jennifer Dull, Director, Strategic Planning and Policy Sara O'Toole, Managing Officer, S