Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2

1 Monday, February 23, 2026 Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 6:00 P.M. Commission Chambers Lake County Admin. Bldg. 315 W. Main St., Tavares, FL "We are 5,000 strong serving 42,000 students." 1. OPENING ITEMS Subject 1.01 Call to Order - Followed by a Moment of Silence and the Pledge of Allegiance (Bill Mathias, Chairman) Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type File Attachments 2. CHANGES, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Subject 3.01 Minutes from the Regular School Board Meeting, February 9, 2026 (Diane Kornegay, Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action File Attachments MINregmtg.2026.02.09.pdf (165 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 4. REPRESENTATION 5. PUBLIC INPUT: The meeting can be viewed live through the lakecountyfl.gov website. Any person may request permission to speak to the Board in person, by filling out a public input card located at the entrance to the meeting room and submitting it to the clerk before the start of the meeting. A three-minute time limit will be imposed for each speaker. 6. REPORTS Subject 6.01 Superintendent's Student Advisory Committee (SSAC) (Diane Kornegay, Superintendent) Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Information File Attachments 6. REPORTS Subject 6.02 Attorney Report (Scott Cole, School Board Attorney) Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Report File Attachments 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.01 Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements as of November 2025 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board of Education Rule 6A-1.008, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Superintendent to submit, for the Board's use and consideration, a financial statement in a form prescribed by the Board. The Board approves an annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. This budget is reflected in the district's accounting system. The accounting system provides periodic reports that track the school district's actual expenditures and revenues. The Board receives the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements. These reports allow the Board to monitor financial activity. This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparency and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. 2. Not approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by and submitted to the Chief Financial Officer, Scott Ward. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Capital Projects Funds November 2025.pdf (60 KB) Consolidated Funds November 2025.pdf (107 KB) Debt Service Funds November 2025.pdf (99 KB) Food Service Fund November 2025.pdf (99 KB) General Fund November 2025.pdf (61 KB) Special Revenue Funds 42XX - 44xx November 2025.pdf (62 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.02 Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements as of December 2025 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board of Education Rule 6A-1.008, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Superintendent to submit, for the Board's use and consideration, a financial statement in a form prescribed by the Board. The Board approves an annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. This budget is reflected in the district's accounting system. The accounting system provides periodic reports that track the school district's actual expenditures and revenues. The Board receives the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements. These reports allow the Board to monitor financial activity. This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparency and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. 2. Not approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by and submitted to the Chief Financial Officer, Scott Ward. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Capital Projects Funds December 2025.pdf (99 KB) Consolidated Funds December 2025.pdf (107 KB) Debt Service Funds December 2025.pdf (99 KB) Food Service Fund December 2025.pdf (100 KB) General Fund December 2025.pdf (100 KB) Special Revenue Funds 42XX - 44xx December 2025.pdf (101 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.03 Budget Amendments as of November 2025 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board Rule 6A-1.006, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Board to approve amendments to the budget whenever function and object amounts are changed from the original budget. The Board approves the annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. In the normal course of business, revenues and appropriations are revised for movement of funds between functions and objects and for revisions to revenue and expenditure balances. These changes to the approved budget are accomplished through budget amendments. These amendments reflect all changes by fund as of November 2025. The amendments included are: Fund 1000 - #1000-03 General Fund Fund 2000 - #2000-03 Debt Service Funds Fund 3000 - #3000-03 Capital Project Funds Fund 4200 - #4200-03 Special Revenue Funds This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparence and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the budget amendments as of November 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. 2. Not approve the budget amendments as of November 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the budget amendments as of November 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. FISCAL IMPACT: These amendments reflect the impact of budgetary adjustments as of November 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments GENERAL - FUND 1000 NOVEMBER 2025.pdf (188 KB) DEBT - FUND 2XXX NOVEMBER 2025.pdf (121 KB) CAPITAL - FUND 3XXX NOVEMBER 2025.pdf (172 KB) SPECIAL REVENUE - FUND 42XX NOVEMBER 2025.pdf (177 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.04 Budget Amendments as of December 2025 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board Rule 6A-1.006, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Board to approve amendments to the budget whenever function and object amounts are changed from the original budget. The Board approves the annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. In the normal course of business, revenues and appropriations are revised for movement of funds between functions and objects and for revisions to revenue and expenditure balances. These changes to the approved budget are accomplished through budget amendments. These amendments reflect all changes by fund as of December 2025. The amendments included are: Fund 1000 - #1000-04 General Fund Fund 2000 - #2000-04 Debt Service Funds Fund 3000 - #3000-04 Capital Project Funds Fund 4200 - #4200-04 Special Revenue Funds This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparence and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the budget amendments as of December 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. 2. Not approve the budget amendments as of December 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the budget amendments as of December 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. FISCAL IMPACT: These amendments reflect the impact of budgetary adjustments as of December 2025, of the 2025-26 fiscal year. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments GENERAL - 1000 DECEMBER 2025.pdf (206 KB) DEBT - 2XXX DECEMBER 2025.pdf (122 KB) CAPITAL - 3XXX DECEMBER 2025.pdf (183 KB) SPECIAL REVENUE - 42XX DECEMBER 2025.pdf (188 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.05 Amendment One to ITB #22-0405-B-BB, Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance & Replacement Services-Contract Expiration Date Correction (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lake County Schools Procurement Services requests Board approval for Amendment One to ITB #22-0405-B-BB , Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance & Replacement Services. This amendment corrects the contract expiration date to May 21, 2026 , aligning it with the original agreement approved by the Board on August 28, 2023. Recent renewal documents inadvertently listed an incorrect date of July 23, 2026. Per the original contract, the School Board retains the option to extend the agreement for two additional one-year terms beginning May 21, 2026. This item supports Strategic Plan Goal #5A – Ensure all students have a safe and positive environment ALTERNATIVES : 1. Approve the Amendment One to ITB #22-0405-B-BB, Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance & Replacement Services. 2. Do not approve the Amendment One to ITB #22-0405-B-BB, Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance & Replacement Services. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve Amendment One to ITB #22-0405-B-BB, Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance & Replacement Services. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: The bidding process for this item was prepared by Procurement Services, in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6762 or Maintenance Department at 352-253-6842. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments Thompson Safety Amend.pdf (192 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.06 Renewal for #22-0914-PB-BB Utilization per Valencia College ITN 2020-09 Life Safety & Asset Protection Systems Services (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : On March 18, 2020 The District Board of Trustees of Valencia College, Florida awarded ITN 2020-09 Life Safety & Asset Protection Systems to Alert Security, Inc., DBA Signature Systems of Florida. The intent of this bid is to establish firm pricing for installation and repair services for Bogen and other intercom systems throughout the District. Utilizing this contract allows the entire school district to take advantage of competitive pricing established within this agreement. Included in the terms and conditions of this agreement is the option to renew for five (5) additional 12-month terms if mutually agreed to in writing. This is the second renewal term of this agreement. If approved, this agreement will be effective March 18, 2026 and will continue to provide firm pricing through March 17, 2027. The Board’s Attorney has reviewed this agreement. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the utilization per Valencia College ITN 2020-09 Life Safety & Asset Protection Systems Services to Alert Security, Inc., DBA Signature Systems of Florida, located in Casselberry, FL. 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the utilization per Valencia College ITN 2020-09 Life Safety & Asset Protection Systems Services to Alert Security, Inc., DBA Signature Systems of Florida, located in Casselberry, FL FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared by Procurement Services on behalf of the Maintenance Department in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. For questions, please contact Procurement at 352-253-6500. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments 22-0914-PB-BB Bdoc Documents (Renewal 26-27).pdf (744 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.07 Renewal of 25-0210-ITB-TF969 Garbage Can Liners for Warehouse Stock (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lake County Schools (LCS) Procurement Services Department requests the Board to approve the renewal of ITB #25-0210-ITB-TF969, Garbage Can Liners for Warehouse Stock awarded to Unipak Corporation of North Palm Beach, Florida, on March 24, 2025. The Board awarded Unipak a one (1) year agreement with the option for two (2) additional one (1) year renewal terms if mutually agreed upon in writing. This renewal will keep in effect the current competitive pricing with no additional increase. This is the first renewal term of this contract. The renewal will be effective March 24, 2026 through March 23, 2027. This item supports strategic plan goal #3A – Utilize all district resources efficiently to enhance learning environment and ensure financial sustainability. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the renewal for ITB #25-0210-ITB-TF969, Garbage Can Liners for Warehouse Stock to Unipak Corporation of North Palm Beach, Florida. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the renewal for ITB #25-0210-ITB-TF969, Garbage Can Liners for Warehouse Stock to Unipak Corporation of North Palm Beach, Florida. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: The agenda item for this item was prepared by Procurement Services on the behalf of the Warehouse Department in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6500. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments 25-0210-ITB-TF969 Pricing Tab Sheet (Renewal 26-27).pdf (208 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.08 Focus SIS Renewal (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: $425,426 from Capital Fund Transfer Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: During the 2023-24 school year, Lake County Schools converted to the Focus Student Information System (SIS). The implementation was successful and the Communication and School Choices modules were later added to increase efficiency for stakeholder communication. In today’s educational landscape, effective management of student data is crucial for fostering student success and enhancing administrative efficiency. The Focus SIS has been a vital tool for our district, and renewing our license/support is essential for maintaining and improving our educational services. 1. Streamlined Data Management The Focus SIS offers a centralized platform for managing student information, including attendance, grades, schedules, and demographic data. Renewing our system ensures that our staff can continue to access real-time data, leading to improved decision-making processes and timely interventions for students who may be struggling academically or socially. 2. Enhanced Communication A robust SIS facilitates better communication between schools, parents, and students. The Focus system provides tools for parents to monitor their child's progress and communicate with teachers. By renewing the system, we can continue to strengthen the partnership between home and school, which is essential for student success. 3. Compliance and Reporting Our district must comply with various state and federal reporting requirements. The Focus SIS has built-in reporting features that simplify this process, ensuring that our data is accurate and submitted on time. Renewing the system will help us avoid penalties and maintain our standing with regulatory bodies. 4. User-Friendly Interface The Focus SIS is designed with user experience in mind, making it easier for educators and administrators to navigate and utilize its features efficiently. Continued use of this familiar platform minimizes the learning curve associated with switching to a new system, allowing staff to focus on their primary role—supporting student learning. 5. Continuous Improvement and Support By renewing our subscription, we gain access to ongoing updates and technical support from the Focus team. This ensures that we are utilizing the latest features and enhancements, providing our district with a competitive edge in managing our student information effectively. 6. Increased Stakeholder Communication The Focus Communications and School Choice modules have been purchased and implemented in order to increase communications and ease of use to school staff. This helps directly support increased communication to parents in a secure manner that helps to adhere to requirements around authenticating parents/guardians to keep student data secure. This initiative directly supports the Lake County Schools strategic goals 3A to “Improve the district’s financial position” and Goal 4A to “promote positive and proactive communication to all stakeholders”. The attached quote includes the renewal for the Focus Student Information System (including the Focus Communication and School Choice modules). ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the recommendation to execute the agreement for $425,426 to renew the Focus Student Information System for the upcoming 26-27 school year. 2. Do not approve the recommendation to execute the agreement for $425,426 to renew the Focus Student Information System for the upcoming 26-27 school year. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board execute the agreement for $425,426 to renew the Focus Student Information System for the upcoming 26-27 school year. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact to Lake County Schools will be $425,426 from Capital Fund Transfer. DATA SOURCE: This agreement was facilitated by Ashley Salamon, Executive Director of MIS & Instructional Technology who can be contacted at 1-352-253-6700. File Attachments Invoice_20265193SIS_from_FOCUS_SCHOOL_SOFTWARE_LLC.pdf (64 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.09 Approval of Amended Resolution 2026-02 for 1 MIL (New) Millage Proposal (Diane Kornegay, Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Resolution No. 2026-02 for the 1 MIL (New) Millage proposal that was brought for Board consideration at the Regular Meeting, February 9, 2026, is being brought back for alignment of the ballot language approved at that meeting. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve amended Resolution 2026-02 with the alignment of the ballot language brought at the February 9, 2026 meeting 2. Do not approve amended Resolution 2026-02 with the alignment of the ballot language brought at the February 9, 2026 meeting RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve amended Resolution 2026-02 that has the ballot language aligned. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact with approval of the amended Resolution 2026-02. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Diane Kornegay, Superintendent. Questions regarding this matter should be directed to her at 352-253-6515. File Attachments LCSB Millage Referendum 2-23-26 amended-final.pdf (290 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.01 Notification of Human Resources Action Items – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to established policies and procedures. Approval is needed for the management of employment records and data according to established policies and procedures. (School Board Policy 6.10, 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1-Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high-performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. Not approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: Without approval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/managerial, instructional, and non-instructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur continually with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Quiana Peterson, Director of Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to her at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Board List 02.23.2026.pdf (491 KB) Addendum 2.18.26 JV.pdf (165 KB) Addendum 2.23.26 TL SV.pdf (173 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.02 Notification of Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to established policies and procedures. Approval is needed for the management of employment records and data according to established policies and procedures. (School Board Policy 6.10, 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1-Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high-performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . Not approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . RECOMMENDATION : I recommend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . FISCAL IMPACT : Without approval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/managerial, instructional, and non-instructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur continually with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Quiana Peterson, Director of Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to her at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Charter Board List 02.23.2026.pdf (90 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.03 Recommended Settlement Agreement (Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: A Settlement Agreement concerning the School Board of Lake County, Florida, and an employee is presented for Board consideration. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Settlement Agreement 2. Do not approve the Settlement Agreement RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the School Board approve the Settlement Agreement as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources. Any questions should be directed to him at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.01 Final Order for Student Expulsion (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) Student #7000021125 - Mount Dora High - Weapons Possession Student #3503692358 - East Ridge High - Weapons Possession File Attachments 7000021125 Final Order.pdf (645 KB) 3503692358 Final Order of Expulsion.pdf (645 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.02 Request for Modification of Hearing Officer's Recommendation (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action (Consent) Student #7000021125 - Mount Dora High - Weapons Possession File Attachments MEMO- Modification of the Hearing Officer Rec.pdf (256 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Stephanie Luke, second by Tyler Brandeburg. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 11. DISCUSSION Subject 11.01 Public Hearing - Final Approval of Policy 5610-Removal, Suspensions, Alternative Disciplinary Placement, and Expulsion of Students Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type Action BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The policy 5610-Removal, Suspensions, Alternative Disciplinary Placement, and Expulsion of Students, is being brought for final approval with revisions being done through Safety and Security Department. This policy received tentative approval, at the Regular School Board Meeting, January 12, 2026 and was properly advertised. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Provide final approval of Policy 5610-Removal, Suspensions, Alternative Disciplinary Placement, and Expulsion of Students 2. Do not provide final approval and/or make revisions to the policy. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board provide final approval of the Policy 5610-Removal, Suspensions, Alternative Disciplinary Placement, and Expulsion of Students, as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with final approval of the policy. DATA SOURCE: The policy was reviewed by Joseph Mabry, Director of Safety and Security, and his team, before being brought to the Board for their review. He can be reached at 352-253-6500. The proposed policy procedures can be found on the district website at: www.lake.k12.fl.us click on School Board tab then click on Proposed Policy Revisions. File Attachments Policy 5610-Removal, Suspensions, Alternative Disciplinary Placement and Expulsion of Students.pdf (571 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation Motion by Tyler Brandeburg, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Marc Dodd, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 12. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT Subject 12.01 Letters of Condolence Meeting Feb 23, 2026 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised-2 Type There were no Letters of Condolence sent. File Attachments 13. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS 14. ADJOURNMENT