Education Advisory Committee (2025-01-15)

Education Advisory Committee Meeting City of Greenacres, Florida Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM City Hall Council Chambers | 5800 Melaleuca Lane Minutes CALL TO ORDER Committee Chair Cassius O. Johnson called the meeting to order at 4:38 PM. Present: Council Member Susy Diaz; Cassius Johnson, Bree Lukosavich, Marcia Merritt, Patty Persichilli, Leliani Sanchez PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE SPECIAL BUSINESS Presentations: 1. Presentation: Dr. Jesus Armas, Principal, John I. Leonard High School. He discussed Culture, Systems, and Instruction, plus several security pilot programs were also highlighted. John I. Leonard is the largest high school in Palm Beach County with 3,190 students; Title 1 status is 59.2% and graduation rates are on the increase year after year. 2. Stacey Quinones, Program Planner and Jeff Pegg, Transition to Kindergarten (T2K), Early Childhood Education presented on services provided by the district for Kindergarten readiness, testing, educational sessions for parents, and their work with the Early Learning Coalition, followed by several questions. 3. The Presentation by Oscar Otero, Principal of Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School was postponed. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of October Meeting Minutes were approved by Patty Persichilli; seconded by Bree Lukosavich. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Introductions of New Members: Committee Chair, Cassius Johnson introduced new member Marcia Merritt who gave the members an overview of her Bio. 2. Chair’s Initiative: School attendance and Kindergarten Readiness are the committee’s top priorities and focus.

Education Advisory Committee January 15, 2024 DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussed the potential for the Early Learning Coalition and the city’s Youth Programs Department to present to the committee; they agreed to hear from the Early Learning Coalition first, then from Youth Programs. COMMENTS FROM THE PRINCIPALS AND PUBLIC Valerie Zuloaga–Haines thanked Dr. Armas and Stacey Quinones for their presentations, as well as the committee. She introduced audience members: school principals; Carolyn Seal; Scott McNichol; Eli Morales; Isha Reyes, and district personnel, Robin Brown. Committee Chair, Cassius Johnson asked Leliana Sanchez, L.C. Swain student (Youth Programs representative) to introduce herself and describe what she liked about Youth Programs and any needs she thinks the city has. SPECIAL EVENTS Committee Chair, Cassius Johnson highlighted upcoming community events and dates. John I. Leonard will host the Relay for Life event on March 8th and the city was invited to participate. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING DATES: February 12, 2025 March 19, 2025 April 9, 2025, 2025 ADJOURNMENT Committee Chair, Cassius Johnson adjourned the meeting at 6:00 PM. _______________________________ ______________________________ Cassius O. Johnson, Chair Quintella Moorer, MMC, City Clerk Date Approved:_________________

Education Advisory Committee January 15, 2024 Meeting Records Request Any person requesting the appeal of a decision of the City Council will require a verbatim record of the proceedings and for that purpose will need to ensure that such verbatim record is made. Pursuant to FS. 286.0105, the record must include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. The City of Greenacres does not prepare or provide such verbatim record. Notice of Council Meetings and Agendas The first and third Monday of each month are regular meeting dates for the City Council; special or workshop meetings may be called, whenever necessary. Council Agendas are posted on the City’s website on the Friday prior to each Council meeting. A copy of the meeting audio and the complete agenda may be requested at CityClerk@greenacresfl.gov or 561-642-2006. Americans with Disabilities Act In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this document can be made available in an alternate format upon request. Special accommodations can be provided upon request with three (3) days advance notice of any meeting, by contacting City Clerk Quintella Moorer at Greenacres City Hall, 5800 Melaleuca Lane, Greenacres, Florida. Phone No. 561-642-2006. Hearing Assistance: If any person wishes to use a Listen Aid Hearing Device, please contact the City Clerk prior to any meeting held in the Council Chambers.