Regular School Board Meeting

0 Tuesday, February 25, 2025 Regular School Board Meeting School Board of Hillsborough County 901 East Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa 4pm Meeting Opening Subject CALL TO ORDER Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type DESCRIPTION : GAP ANALYSIS : PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: EXPECTED OUTCOMES: STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL: RECOMMENDATION: CONTACT: FINANCIAL IMPACT: REVIEW COMMENTS: SUBMITTED BY : File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject MOMENT OF SILENCE Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject ROLL CALL Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject APPROVAL OF MINUTES Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject BOARD GUIDELINES Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject PUBLIC COMMENT Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Guidelines for Public Comment The School Board will convene at 4:00 pm. Public comment will be heard prior to the Board’s Consent Agenda. Speakers will be granted three minutes to address the board. When 10 or more speakers wish to speak during public comment, the board may reduce the time per speaker. Speakers can sign up online or in person, all speakers must check in with the Communications staff at least 15 minutes prior to the start of public comment. The Board reserves the right to modify the speaking time based on the circumstances of any individual Board meeting. During the 30-minute time allotment, speakers who wish to address a particular agenda item will be given priority over those wishing to make general comments. Last modified: September 2019 SIGN UP TO SPEAK File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject EMPLOYEE INPUT - 6 p.m. Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments Meeting Opening Subject CALL TO ORDER Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type File Attachments A. Recognitions Subject A01 Recognition of Tampa Bay Times Newspaper in Education Week, March 3-7, 2025 (Communications) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Information DESCRIPTION : The American Press Institute has partnered with the Tampa Bay Times and Hillsborough County Public Schools to celebrate the development of life-long readers and support literacy instruction by providing educational resources to our schools, teachers, and students during the week of March 3-7, 2025. GAP ANALYSIS : PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: EXPECTED OUTCOMES: RECOMMENDATION: CONTACT: FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: Expense Account: Amount: SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Tanya Arja, Chief Communications Officer, 813-272-4060 File Attachments B. Consent Agenda Subject 2.01 Agreement for Data Sharing #23044-DSA-EST with Techno-Ware, Inc. (Sole Source Provider of English Discoveries) (Innovation and Strategic Planning) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Agreement for Data Sharing #23044-DSA-EST with Techno-Ware, Inc. (Sole Source Provider of English Discoveries) Goals Academic Excellence DESCRIPTION : This agreement aligns with the funding priority of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA) Adult General Education (AGE) Grant (AEFLA Section 231) and Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) Grant (AEFLA Section 243); and Federal Grant Programs Title II, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) which aims to increase adult students’, who are immigrants or English language learners (ELLs), access and opportunities for employment, education, training and support services to succeed in the labor market. Techno-Ware, Inc. is the US distributor for English Discoveries Standard, English Discoveries Premium, English Discoveries Elite, English Discoveries Elite Plus, and Career Discoveries. Their curriculum is a comprehensive pedagogical approach to English language learning, delivered via 21st Century online technology. Used by 2 million students every day, in over thirty countries world-wide, the software provides students with rigorous, targeted learning and native language support in twenty-five languages. This agreement will renew the use of this platform for over 10,000 adult English as a Second Language Learners (ESOL) across the district. Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) utilizes English Discoveries as a supplementary instructional tool to improve and accelerate English language acquisition for adult ESOL students by expanding learning opportunities beyond the adult education classroom. Additionally, the software also features Career Discoveries, which prepares adult students to transition into the workforce through reading and writing exercises centered around work-related scenarios or topics. Per Florida Administrative Code 6A-1.012(12)(d), commodities or contractual services available only from a single source may be exempted from the competitive solicitation requirements. When a district school board believes that commodities or contractual services are available only from a single source, the district school board shall electronically or otherwise publicly post a description of the commodities or contractual services sought for a period of at least 7 business days. The description must include a request that prospective vendors provide information regarding their ability to supply the commodities or contractual services described. If it is determined in writing by the district school board, after reviewing any information received from prospective vendors, that the commodities or contractual services are available only from a single source, the district school board shall provide notice of its intended decision to enter a single source contract in the manner specified in Section 120.57(3), F.S., and may negotiate on the best terms and conditions with the single source vendor. Sole source purchases are reposted annually to verify there are no new suppliers in the applicable industry. This purchase was posted by Procurement Services from November 21, 2024 through December 4, 2024. GAP ANALYSIS : According to the 2020 US Census reports, Hillsborough County has a base population of 1.46 million residents, 31.4% of whom are non-native non-English language speakers at home which could directly to benefit from the use of this platform. Through this agreement HCPS Adult Education will be able to supplement classroom instruction and meet the needs of its ESOL students. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: During the 23-24 school year, a total of 4,328 adult students used the software, 1,124 (35 percent) more student users than the prior year, earning a combined total of 58,097 instructional hours for the district with an average of 13 hours and 24 minutes of platform use per student. This online English language learning program was instrumental to raising the academic achievement and measurable skill gains of HCPS adult ESOL students. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: A 5 percent increase in unduplicated student users and utilization which could translate to increased measurable skill gains by the end of the contract year. RECOMMENDATION: That the Board approve the Agreement for Data Sharing #23044-DSA-EST with Techno-Ware, Inc. (Sole Source Provider of English Discoveries). CONTACT: Warren S. Brooks, Executive Director, Career, Technical, and Adult Education, warren.brooks@hcps.net, (813) 231-1860 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost $120,000 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost $120,000 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost $120,000 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: Adult General Education Grant Expense Account: 420-952-1124-451-5400-369 Amount: $120,000 SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Marcos Murillo, Chief of Innovation and Strategic Planning, (813) 272-4876 File Attachments Agreement #23044-DSA-EST.pdf (1,862 KB) EngDiscov_Proposal_SDHC.pdf (4,212 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 2.02 Contract Amendment for Valrico Lake Advantage Academy (Innovation & Strategic Planning) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the contract amendment for Valrico Lake Advantage Academy to change the name to Valrico Academy Goals Academic Excellence DESCRIPTION : Valrico Lake Advantage Academy opened in August 2009 with Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In August 2013, following a 5-year contract renewal, the school ceased offering grades 6-8 and focused on expanding grades K-5. The school was also designated a high-performing charter school in August 2013 by the Florida Department of Education. In 2018, they received a renewed contract for a fifteen-year period commencing July 1, 2018, valid through June 30, 2033. Florida Statutes 1002.33(7)(d) states, "A charter may be modified during its term upon the recommendation of the sponsor or the charter school's governing board and the approval of both parties to the agreement." On August 29, 2024, Valrico Lake Advantage Academy notified the Sponsor of the school's name change to Valrico Academy effective July 1, 2025. An amendment to the contract has been fully negotiated and is attached. GAP ANALYSIS : Below is a performance comparison of the 2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 state assessment data for Valrico Lake Advantage Academy, as well as three district schools located close to the charter school. School 2020-2021 State Grade 2021-2022 State Grade 2022-2023 State Grade 202 3 -202 4 State Grade Valrico Lake Advantage Academy A A A A Cimino Elementary A A A B Boyette Springs Elementary A A A A Stowers Elementary A A A A https://edudata.fldoe.org/ PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: Current student enrollment by grade level and student demographic percentages. Grade Level Enrollment by Grade Based 202 4 Final Survey 2 Kinder 172 1 st 132 2 nd 141 3 rd 147 4 th 152 5 th 172 Total 916 Demographic Percentage 202 4 Final Survey 2 Economically Disadvantaged 10.8% English Language Learners 5.3% Students with Disabilities 6.1% Black 13% Hispanic 32.3% White 27.9% Multiracial 14% Asian 9.8% Pacific Islander 1.9% American Indian 1.1% EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Year Unweighted FTE FEFP Funds Admin Fee 202 3 -202 4 928.51 7,294,356.72 37,803.28 202 4 -202 5* 936.00 4,188,072.69 38,526.73 *As of 1/10/25 RECOMMENDATION: Approve the contract amendment for Valrico Lake Advantage Academy to change the name to Valrico Academy. CONTACT: Cinzia DeLange, Director of Charter Schools, 813-272-4734 Angela Weary-Crooks, Director of Charter Schools, 813-272-4049 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: N/A Expense Account: N/A Amount: N/A SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Marcos Murillo, Chief of Innovation and Strategic Planning, 813-272-4876 File Attachments agenda item.pdf (4,304 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 4.01 Personnel Consent Agenda (Human Resources) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Consent Agenda. Goals Exceptional Talent DESCRIPTION : Florida Statutes, State Board Rules and Hillsborough County School Board Policies require Board notification and/or action regarding decisions and recommendations of the Superintendent related to Personnel matters. Actions regarding personnel have been recommended by Supervisors, approved by the Superintendent and are being forwarded to the Board for action or, if appropriate, for information. Instructional, Support, Out of Field Personnel Actions, Termination (failure to comply with Florida Department of Education Certification Requirement), and Job Descriptions. GAP ANALYSIS : These personnel actions are necessary for the effective operation of the school district. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: The Hillsborough County School Board has approved each month a Personnel Consent Agenda which contains appointments, Instructional, Support, Out of Field personnel actions, Terminations (failure to comply with Florida Department of Education Certification Requirement), and Job Descriptions. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Approval of the Personnel Consent Agenda. RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the Personnel Consent Agenda. CONTACT: Craig Horstman, General Manager of Personnel Services, craig.horstman@hcps.net , (813) 840-7343 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: N/A Expense Account: N/A Amount: N/A Personnel changes involving already allocated positions will result in salary impact per the current Board-approved Salary Schedule. This also includes supplemental positions. See current backup for allocation changes for impact of new positions. SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Dr. Charmion Patton, Chief Human Resources Officer, (813) 840-7328 File Attachments 20250224112954192.pdf (2,870 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 4.01a Administrative Appointments/Transfers (Chief of Schools) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointments/transfers. Goals Exceptional Talent DESCRIPTION : School b oard policy requires b oard approval of administrative appointments/transfers recommended by the Superintendent. These positions are available due to the appointments/transfers and non-reappointment of administrators. GAP ANALYSIS : These positions are necessary for the effective operation of the school district. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: N/A EXPECTED OUTCOMES: N/A RECOMMENDATION: That the b oard a pprove the administrative appointments/transfers. CONTACT: Rick Grayes , Ed.D. , Chief of Schools, richard.grayes@hcps.net , (813) 272-4071 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Personnel costs are reflected in the corresponding funding source for the position. Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: N/A Expense Account: N/A Amount: N/A SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Rick Grayes , Ed.D. , Chief of Schools, (813) 272-4071 File Attachments 2.25.25 4.01a FINAL.pdf (24 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 5.01 Students Attending Overnight or Out of State Field Trips (Chief of Schools) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the overnight and/or out of state field trips. Goals Academic Excellence DESCRIPTION : School Board Policy requires that student field trips that incorporate sound educational experiences be considered for approval. Trips that are out of state, require overnight lodging or involve an extended loss of instructional time must have the recommendation of the Region Superintendent and approval of the School Board. In addition, trips that are not on the Hillsborough County Public Schools approved trip list and are not listed in the curriculum guide, must also be approved by the School Board. Attached is a summary of recommended student field trips for consideration. GAP ANALYSIS : Field trips prove to enhance students’ educational experience and provide them with opportunities to represent their school and Hillsborough County Public Schools on a larger platform. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: N/A EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Students approved by the principal, and with parent permission, will attend the listed field trips. RECOMMENDATION: That the b oard approve the listed field trips. CONTACT: Rick Grayes, Ed.D., Chief of Schools, richard.grayes@hcps.net , (813) 272-4071 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: There is no financial impact to Hillsborough County Public Schools. All costs associated with field trips will be borne by the students and/or parent booster organization. Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: N/A Expense Account: N/A Amount: N/A SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Rick Grayes, Ed.D., Chief of Schools, (813) 272-4071 File Attachments 2.25.25.pdf (129 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 5.02 Agreement #25023-XMT-DST Between Hillsborough County Public Schools and Extravaganza Productions Incorporated for Audio Visual Services for Graduation Ceremonies (Chief of Schools) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve Agreement #25023-XMT-DST between Hillsborough County Public Schools and Extravaganza Productions Incorporated for audio visual services for graduation ceremonies. Goals Academic Excellence DESCRIPTION : Extravaganza Productions Incorporated (EPI) provides audio, decorations, lighting, rigging, video, and associated labor for the 2024-2025 graduation rehearsals and ceremonies at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall. GAP ANALYSIS : The audio-visual and related services provided by the vendor play a crucial role in elevating the graduation ceremonies, ensuring a seamless experience and enhancing enjoyment for all attendees and stakeholders. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: EPI has served in this capacity for Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) for 13 years. The company and their staff are responsive to the changing needs of our schools and district. EPI has an established working relationship with staff at the Florida State Fair Authority and is familiar with the physical plant of the Expo Hall. The company also works effectively with staff from the Tampa Bay Arts and Education Network to livestream each graduation ceremony. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Graduation rehearsals and ceremonies will be conducted effectively and efficiently with these necessary audio-visual services. RECOMMENDATION: That the board approve Agreement #25023-XMT-DST with EPI for the 2024-2025 graduation rehearsals and ceremonies. CONTACT: Jennifer Sparano, Director of Administration, jennifer.sparano@hcps.net, (813) 272-4076 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: The cost for AV services this year has increased significantly as a result of graduation scheduling at the Florida State Fairgrounds. In years past, when there was a college graduation just prior to our events that EPI was providing services for, they extended a significant discount to us because their equipment was already in place, saving them a large number of man hours. This year, they are scheduled to provide services for St. Leo University but will have to take down their equipment for another university graduation prior to reinstalling everything for HCPS. The take down and reinstallation of booms and other large equipment requires additional labor and hence an additional cost to the district. However, EPI did increase our discount from $15,000 to $20,000 to help offset this additional expense. Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost $78,690.00 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost $58,935.05 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost $55,743.71 FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: General Fund Expense Account: 101 9611 5300 610 7900 790 Amount: $78,690.00 SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Rick Grayes, Ed.D., Chief of Schools, (813) 272-4071 File Attachments Extravaganza Productions, Inc. 2025 Graduations 25023-XMT-DST 011625.pdf (418 KB) EPI Invoice.pdf (1,006 KB) EPI Signature Summary.pdf (1,245 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 7.02 Request for Proposal (RFP) #24256-RFP-DST Commercial Refrigeration Repair and Maintenance (Operations) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve RFP #24256-RFP-DST Commercial Refrigeration Repair and Maintenance. DESCRIPTION : On November 6, 2024, Procurement Services, in conjunction with Student Nutrition Services Department issued an RFP for commercial refrigeration and repair and preventive maintenance for Student Nutrition Services (SNS) self-contained kitchens; concession stands, culinary arts, and nurses' stations. The initial term of this contract will be for a 1-year period with four 1-year renewals. There is a 30-day termination for convenience clause included in this contract. GAP ANALYSIS : The equipment to be serviced under this agreement includes walk-in freezers, walk-in coolers, reach-in freezers, reach-in coolers, ice machines, milk boxes, open air drink coolers, frost-top serving counters, and cold pan serving counters. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: Contracts for commercial refrigeration repair and maintenance have been successfully implemented during prior years. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Upon approval, we expect the vendors are to provide awarded services according to the terms and conditions listed in the RFP. The awarded vendors are: McCloskey Mechanical Contractors, Inc. RCS Company of Tampa, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Approve RFP #24256-RFP-DST Commercial Refrigeration Repair and Maintenance. CONTACT: Shani Hall, General Manager, Student Nutrition Services, shani.hall@hcps.net, (813) 605-5192. FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost $1,200,000 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost $1,100,000 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost $900,000 2021-22 Financial Impact Former Cost $750,000 FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: Student Nutrition - Federal Funding Expense Account: 410.963299996107600.350 Amount: $1,200,000 SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Christopher Farkas, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, (813) 272-4004 File Attachments Attachment - Tabulation 24256-RFP-DST Commercial Refrigeration.pdf (262 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 7.03 Approve Acceptance of Project for the Classroom Addition Project at Collins K-8 School - Project Number 100208 (Operations) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the acceptance of project for the classroom addition project at Collins K-8 School. Goals Fiscal and Operational Responsibility DESCRIPTION : The addition of classroom space was proposed to alleviate overcrowding at Collins K-8 School. On July 1, 2020, district staff selected Baker Barrios Architects, Inc. and on July 8, 2020, selected Skanska USA Building, Inc. to provide design and construction management services, respectively, through a selection committee. The award was based upon the score granted by the selection committee. The scope of work provided for a new 600-student station middle school component to the existing campus and site improvements. The new school now houses approximately 1,800 student stations for Grades K-8, including classrooms, art, music, gymnasium, and expanded core support spaces. Site improvements included are expanded car-loop with covered drop-off, additional visitor parking, expanded staff parking, soccer field and track, and two middle school physical education play courts at Collins K-8 School. The design professional has certified that the work is now fully complete in accordance with the plans and specifications and other contract documents and recommends Board Acceptance. GAP ANALYSIS : The seating capacity was exceeded due to the growing population of new developments being constructed in South County. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: Due to the rapid growth in Hillsborough County, numerous elementary, middle and high schools have exceeded capacities creating crowded conditions that, over time, could impair the learning process. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: The seating capacity was increased to accommodate additional students in the new classroom addition warranted by new development to enhance the operations at the school. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Acceptance of Project for the Classroom Addition at Collins K-8 School as presented by Baker Barrios Architects, Inc. and Skanska USA Building, Inc. CONTACT: Dawn Laster, Project Administrator, zzlasted@hcps.net, (813) 272-4112 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. N/A 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost $47,660,424.39 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2021-22 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: Impact Fees Expense Account: 399-0065-8836-610-7400-630 Amount: $39,888,000.00 Revenue Source: Energy Efficiency Fund Expense Account: 398-0065-8836-610-7400-630 Amount: $7,772,424.39 Contract Status: Guaranteed Maximum Price: $47,596,944.00 Approved Change Orders: $7,786,519.61 Credit (See Attachment) Revised Guaranteed Maximum Price: $39,810,424.39 Payments to Date: $38,641,069.21 Balance Due: $1,169,355.18 Revised Construction Cost: $47,660,424.39 Required Substantial Completion Date: December 29, 2023 Substantial Completion Date: December 29, 2023 SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Christopher Farkas, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, (813) 272-4004 File Attachments Attach. A - Change Order Summary.pdf (559 KB) Attach. B - Certificate of Final Inspection.pdf (848 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 7.05 Approve the Construction, Drainage and Maintenance Easement Agreement Between the School Board of Hillsborough County (Grantor) and Paddock Manor Homeowners Association (HOA), Inc. (Grantee) (Operations) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Construction, Drainage and Maintenance Easement Agreement Between the School Board of Hillsborough County and Paddock Manor HOA, Inc. DESCRIPTION: The School Board owns fee simple title to property known as Riverview High School, located at 11311 S. Boyette Road, Riverview, FL. The purpose of this agreement is to allow Paddock Manor Subdivision, HOA Inc., a perpetual, non-exclusive twenty-foot easement located on a portion of the Grantor Property consisting of 16,299 square feet MOL along the southern border. The purpose of this drainage easement is 1) stormwater drainage and flood plain mitigating, including constructing, excavating, installing, operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing and upgrading facilities related thereto; 2) ingress and egress to the Drainage Easement Area as may be reasonably necessary to construct, excavate, install, operate, maintain , repair, replace and upgrade the Stormwater Drainage System within the Drainage Easement Area, and 3) stormwater drainage over, under, across and through the Drainage Easement Area. This document also includes a temporary (non-exclusive twenty-foot) construction easement for the purpose of staging for construction as well as access to the property and the drainage easement area by work forces and authorized agents or contractors. GAP ANALYSIS: This is a new easement agreement between the School Board of Hillsborough County and Paddock Manor HOA, Inc. The purpose is to allow for construction, drainage and maintenance of an easement along the southern boundary of Riverview High School. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: This is a new easement agreement. Similar drainage easement agreements at other school sites have been approved by the School Board. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: It is anticipated that with the approval of this easement agreement, the use of the Storm Water Drainage System shall be shared by all adjacent properties to the easement including the School Board property. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Construction, Drainage and Maintenance Easement Agreement Between the School Board of Hillsborough County and Paddock Manor HOA, Inc. CONTACT: Michelle Orton, General Manager, Growth Management, michelle.orton@hcps.net , (813) 272-4896 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: N/A Expense Account: N/A Amount: N/A SUBMITTED BY: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Christopher Farkas, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, (813) 272-4004 File Attachments Drainage Easement Property Description.PDF (790 KB) District _ HOA - Riverview Drainage Easement - Grantee Executed Only(62613876.1).pdf (1,220 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 7.06 Invitation to Bid (ITB) #24293-ITB-MST Varsity Scoreboard Parts and Related Services (Operations) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the lowest responsive, responsible bid(s) submitted by DragonFire Industries, Inc. – #24293-ITB-MST Varsity Scoreboard Parts and Related Services. Goals Fiscal and Operational Responsibility DESCRIPTION : On November 21, 2024, Procurement Services, in conjunction with Communications & Electronics, issued a competitive solicitation for vendors to provide a variety of scoreboard system parts and miscellaneous parts per brand and specifications. The initial term of this agreement shall be for one (1) year(s) with four, 4-year renewal options. There is a thirty (30) day termination for convenience clause included in this agreement. This agreement will be reviewed and evaluated annually and may be renewed by the Superintendent, per the terms of the specifications. GAP ANALYSIS : Hillsborough County Public Schools requires vendors for the provision of scoreboard system parts and miscellaneous supplies on an as needed basis district wide. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: This is a new agreement for the district. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Upon approval, the awarded vendor(s) are to supply the required goods and services per the terms and conditions listed in the competitive solicitation. The awarded vendors shall be identified as: DragonFire Industries, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Approve ITB #24293-ITB-MST Varsity Scoreboard Parts and Related Services. CONTACT: Benjamin Moore, General Manager, Maintenance, benjamin.moore@hcps.net, (813) 635-1101 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost $65,000.00 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost N/A 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost N/A FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: District Revenue Expense Account: 101-1150-002-9833-620 Amount: $65,000.00/year REVIEW COMMENTS: Contract administration and evaluation is performed by the Project Manager (the "End User") and the Procurement Officer, who function as a team, by utilizing an online vendor performance report or via in-person reviews. The evaluation consists of an assessment of the vendor-provided goods and services, deliverables, and compliance with contractual requirements. The resulting data will support renewal decisions and/or alterations to a new agreement. SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Christopher Farkas, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, (813) 272-4004 File Attachments 24293 Tab Sheet 25.pdf (132 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 7.07 Invitation to Bid (ITB) #0545FAC-ITB-MOC Portable and Miscellaneous Structure Demolition Services (Operations) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the lowest responsive, responsible bid(s) submitted by Cross Construction Services, Inc. and Cross Environmental Services, Inc. – #0545FAC-ITB-MOC Portable and Miscellaneous Structure Demolition Services. Goals Fiscal and Operational Responsibility DESCRIPTION : On November 15, 2024, Facilities Operations, in conjunction with Maintenance Operations, issued a competitive solicitation for vendors to provide demolition or removal of portable sheds, greenhouses, covered areas, patios and other miscellaneous structures that are no longer safe to use or needed district wide. The initial term of this agreement shall be for one (1) year(s) with four, 4-year renewal options. There is a thirty (30) day termination for convenience clause included in this agreement. This agreement will be reviewed and evaluated annually and may be renewed by the Superintendent, per the terms of the specifications. GAP ANALYSIS : Hillsborough County Public Schools requires vendors for the provision of demolition or removal of portables, sheds, greenhouses, covered areas, patios and other miscellaneous structures that are no longer safe to use or needed and restoring the site to a clean and safe area. PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: Agreements for the required goods and services have been successfully implemented during previous years. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Upon approval, the awarded vendor(s) are to supply the required goods and services per the terms and conditions listed in the competitive solicitation. The awarded vendors shall be identified as: Construction Services, Inc. Cross Environmental Services, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Approve #0545FAC-ITB-MOC Portable and Miscellaneous Structure Demolition Services. CONTACT: Benjamin Moore, General Manager, Maintenance, benjamin.moore@hcps.net, (813) 635-1101 FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. Additional services have been added to this ITB that were not included in the previous ITB sheds, greenhouses, covered areas, patios and other miscellaneous structures that are no longer safe to use or needed district wide. 2025-26 Financial Impact Proposed Cost $60,000.00 2024-25 Financial Impact Former Cost $33,538.00 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost $38,711.00 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost $58,076.00 FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: Capital Millage Expense Account: 375-XXXX-8036-610-7400-680 Amount: $60,000.00/Year REVIEW COMMENTS: Contract administration and evaluation is performed by the Project Manager (the "End User") and the Procurement Officer, who function as a team, by utilizing an online vendor performance report or via in-person reviews. The evaluation consists of an assessment of the vendor-provided goods and services, deliverables, and compliance with contractual requirements. The resulting data will support renewal decisions and/or alterations to a new agreement. SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Christopher Farkas, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, (813) 272-4004 File Attachments 0545FAC-ITB-MOC Portable and Misc Structure Demo Services-Tabulation 25.pdf (317 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. B. Consent Agenda Subject 11.01 Out of County School Board Member Travel (Chief of Staff) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve out-of-county travel for School Board Members. DESCRIPTION : In accordance with School Board Policy 6550(B), any travel outside the district that exceeds $500 requires prior approval by the Board to confirm that such travel is for official business of the school district and complies with rules of the State Board of Education. GAP ANALYSIS : PREVIOUS OUTCOMES: EXPECTED OUTCOMES: RECOMMENDATION: Approve out-of-county travel for School Board Members CONTACT: FINANCIAL HISTORIC IMPACT: Financial Historic Impact If Financial Impact is greater than 10% from prior year, explain why. 2024-25 Financial Impact Proposed Cost 2023-24 Financial Impact Former Cost 2022-23 Financial Impact Former Cost 2021-22 Financial Impact Former Cost FINANCIAL IMPACT: Revenue Source: General Funds Expense Account: 101.9110.5624.620.7100.332 Amount: $1748.28 SUBMITTED BY : ________________________________________________________________________________________ Dr. Marie E. Whelan, Chief of Staff File Attachments Board Travel-Rendon 3-2025.pdf (440 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Roberts Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Notice: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at a meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, he/she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Pursuant to Florida Statute 286.0105) 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. Article IX of the Florida Constitution states in part, "The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its orders. "The Article also states that the educational system must be "uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and high-quality," and class size limits must be imposed. Prekindergarten learning opportunities must be made available. There must be a state university system. C. Discussion Agenda Subject 1.01 Adoption and Purchase of Recommended Instructional Materials for K-12 Science (Academic Services) Meeting Feb 25, 2025 - Regular School Board Meeting Type Action (Consent), Discussion Recommended Action Approve the adoption and purchase of recommended instructional materials for K-12 Science. Goals Academic Excellence DESCRIPTION : The instructional materials being considered for adoption are listed on the attached document, Recommended Instructional Materials for Adoption, and include new titles for K-12 science. A thorough evaluation of these materials was completed by a district Instructional Materials Adoption Committee, and a districtwide subject-area teacher vote was conducted. Per Florida Statute 1006.283 and School Board Policy 2510, the district conducted a 20-day public review from January 22, 2025, through February 11, 2025. A required Public Hearing was held at the School Board meeting on February 11, 2025. GAP ANALYSIS : The adoption and purchase of instructional materials are made in compliance with Florida Statutes and Board Policy 2510. The committee evaluation process ensures that selected materials are aligned with course standards and will properly serve as an effective instructiona