3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room

0 Wednesday, July 31, 2024 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room This meeting is open to the public. Agenda Topic Speakers are heard at this meeting. Please call the Board Office at 561-434-8136 to sign up by noon the day of the meeting, send written comments to boardoffice@palmbeachschools.org, or turn in a blue card to the Board Clerk prior to this meeting being called to order. 1. Call To Order Subject Board Chair Opens Meeting - Board Clerk Takes Attendance Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 1. Call To Order Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Review and Approve Minutes Subject July 17, 2024 MIN1 Special Meeting for Removal/Objections to Books Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 2. Review and Approve Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the minutes of the July 17, 2024 Special Meeting for Removal/Objections to Books. Minutes View Minutes for Jul 17, 2024 - 1. SPECIAL MEETING for REMOVAL/OBJECTIONS TO BOOKS DESCRIPTION: Approval of minutes as submitted. CONTACT: Toni Sinclair, Clerk of the School Board (tonilynn.sinclair@palmbeachschools.org) File Attachments Motion & Voting I recommend the Board approve the minutes of the July 17, 2024 Special Meeting for Removal/Objections to Books. Motion by Barbara McQuinn, second by Marcia Andrews. Final Resolution: Motion Passes Yea: Marcia Andrews, Karen Brill, Barbara McQuinn, Edwin Ferguson Subject July 17, 2024 MIN2 A/C Session re: Savannah Henry v. SBPBC Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 2. Review and Approve Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the minutes of the July 17, 2024 Attorney/Client Session regarding Savannah Henry v. School Board of Palm Beach County. Minutes View Minutes for Jul 17, 2024 - 2. ATTORNEY/CLIENT SESSION (CLOSED) re: Savannah H DESCRIPTION: Approval of minutes as submitted. CONTACT: Toni Sinclair, Clerk of the School Board (tonilynn.sinclair@palmbeachschools.org) File Attachments Motion & Voting I recommend the Board approve the minutes of the July 17, 2024 Attorney/Client Session regarding Savannah Henry v. School Board of Palm Beach County. Motion by Barbara McQuinn, second by Marcia Andrews. Final Resolution: Motion Passes Yea: Marcia Andrews, Karen Brill, Barbara McQuinn, Edwin Ferguson Subject July 17, 2024 MIN3 Regular School Board Meeting Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 2. Review and Approve Minutes Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the minutes of the July 17, 2024 Regular School Board Meeting. Minutes View Minutes for Jul 17, 2024 - 3. REGULAR BOARD MEETING at 5 p.m. in the Board Ro DESCRIPTION: Approval of minutes as submitted. CONTACT: Toni Sinclair, Clerk of the School Board (tonilynn.sinclair@palmbeachschools.org) File Attachments Motion & Voting I recommend the Board approve the minutes of the July 17, 2024 Regular School Board Meeting. Motion by Barbara McQuinn, second by Marcia Andrews. Final Resolution: Motion Passes Yea: Marcia Andrews, Karen Brill, Barbara McQuinn, Edwin Ferguson 3. Chairman Adds Items for Good Cause Subject Items Added: P3 Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 3. Chairman Adds Items for Good Cause Type Procedural Item Added : P3 Personnel Agenda Good Cause Statement : Good Cause exists for adding this item so that employees can begin in their new positions as soon as possible. File Attachments 4. Superintendent Withdraws Items Subject Items Withdrawn: Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 4. Superintendent Withdraws Items Type Information File Attachments 5. Board Pulls Items from Consent Agenda Subject Items Pulled: Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 5. Board Pulls Items from Consent Agenda Type Procedural File Attachments 6. Review and Approve Agenda Subject Approve Agenda Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 6. Review and Approve Agenda Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the agenda as presented or amended. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the agenda as presented or amended. Motion by Edwin Ferguson, second by Barbara McQuinn. Final Resolution: Motion Passes Yea: Marcia Andrews, Karen Brill, Barbara McQuinn, Edwin Ferguson 7. Disclosures and Abstentions Subject Disclosures and Abstentions Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 7. Disclosures and Abstentions Type Procedural File Attachments 8. Superintendent and Board Comments Subject Superintendent Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 8. Superintendent and Board Comments Type Information File Attachments Subject Board Members Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 8. Superintendent and Board Comments Type Information File Attachments 9. Speakers - Agenda Topics Only Subject Agenda Item Speakers Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 9. Speakers - Agenda Topics Only Type Information File Attachments 10. Consent Agenda Subject BRD1 Board Member Travel - Whitfield Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve and confirm School Board Member Erica Whitfield's travel, as submitted, and that it meets the requirements of Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. DESCRIPTION: School Board Member Erica Whitfield will travel to Dallas, Texas for the the Council of the Great City Schools 68th Annual Fall Conference and the Economic Council of PBC, Inc. Leadership Trip. The itemized list detailing estimated travel expenses is attached. This constitutes the official business of the School District and complies with rules of the State Board of Education as required by Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. Travel dates are Oct. 14-18, 2024. CONTACT: Shawntoyia Bernard, Esq., General Counsel ( Shawntoyia.Bernard@palmbeachschools.org ) FINANCIAL IMPACT: Estimated expenses are $3,825.00 and are paid from the Board Member's out-of-state travel budget. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments E.Whitfield_Travel Disclosure Form_10.14-18.2024_signed.pdf (196 KB) Subject BRD2 Board Member Travel - Ferguson Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve and confirm School Board Member Edwin Ferguson's travel, as submitted, and that it meets the requirements of Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019 DESCRIPTION: School Board Member Edwin Ferguson will travel to Dallas, Texas for the Council of the Great City Schools 68th Annual Fall Conference and the Economic Council of PBC, Inc. Leadership Trip. The itemized list detailing estimated travel expenses is attached. This constitutes the official business of the School District and complies with rules of the State Board of Education as required by Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. Travel dates are Oct. 16 - 20, 2024. CONTACT: Shawntoyia Bernard, Esq., General Counsel ( Shawntoyia.Bernard@palmbeachschools.org ) FINANCIAL IMPACT: Estimated expenses are $4,675.00 and are paid from the Board Member's out-of-state travel budget. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments Ferguson Travel Cover Sheet.pdf (130 KB) Ferguson Estimated Travel Expense.pdf (15 KB) Subject BRD3 Board Member Travel - Ayala Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve and confirm School Board Member Alexandria Ayala's travel, as submitted, and that it meets the requirements of Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019 DESCRIPTION: School Board Member Alexandria Ayala will travel to Dallas, Texas for the Economic Council of PBC, Inc. Leadership Trip. The itemized list detailing estimated travel expenses is attached. This constitutes the official business of the School District and complies with rules of the State Board of Education as required by Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. Travel dates are Oct. 15 - 17, 2024. CONTACT: Shawntoyia Bernard, Esq., General Counsel ( Shawntoyia.Bernard@palmbeachschools.org ) FINANCIAL IMPACT: Estimated expenses are $3,000.00 and are paid from the Board Member's out-of-state travel budget. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments AA Travel Cover Sheet 10.15.24.pdf (23 KB) AA Travel Travel Expense 10.15.24.pdf (14 KB) Subject BRD4 Board Member Travel - Ayala Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve and confirm School Board Member Alexandria Ayalas travel, as submitted, and that it meets the requirements of Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019 DESCRIPTION: School Board Member Alexandria Ayala will travel to Portland, Oregon for the ALAS 21st National Education Summit. The itemized list detailing estimated travel expenses is attached. CONTACT: Shawntoyia Bernard, Esq., General Counsel ( Shawntoyia.Bernard@palmbeachschools.org ) FINANCIAL IMPACT: Estimated expenses are $2,814.00 and are paid from the Board Member's out-of-state travel budget. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments AA Travel Cover Sheet 10.8.24.pdf (23 KB) AA Travel Expense 10.8.24.pdf (21 KB) Subject BRD5 Board Chair Travel - Brill Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve and confirm School Board Chair Karen Brill's travel, as submitted, and that it meets the requirements of Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. DESCRIPTION: School Board Chair Karen Brill will travel to Dallas, Texas for the Council of Great City Schools 68th Annual Fall Conference and the Economic Council of PBC, Inc. Leadership Trip. The itemized list detailing estimated travel expenses is attached. This constitutes the official business of the School District and complies with rules of the State Board of Education as required by Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. Travel dates are October 15-18. CONTACT: Shawntoyia Bernard, Esq., General Counsel (Shawntoyia.Bernard@palmbeachschools.org) FINANCIAL IMPACT: Estimated expenses are $3,925.00 and are paid from the Board Member's out-of-state travel budget. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments Estimated_Travel_Board_Chair_Brill-Dallas.pdf (326 KB) Travel_Cover_Sheet_Brill-Dallas.pdf (208 KB) Subject BRD6 Board Member Travel - Ferguson Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve and confirm School Board Member Edwin Ferguson's travel, as submitted, and that it meets the requirements of Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. DESCRIPTION: School Board Member Edwin Ferguson will travel to Longboat Key, Florida for the Florida Consortium of School Boards. The itemized list detailing estimated travel expenses is attached. This constitutes the official business of the School District and complies with rules of the State Board of Education as required by Florida Statute 1001.39, effective July 1, 2019. Travel dates are September 25 - 27, 2024. CONTACT: Shawntoyia Bernard, Esq., General Counsel ( Shawntoyia.Bernard@palmbeachschools.org) FINANCIAL IMPACT: Estimated expenses are $615.34 and are paid from the Board Member's out of county travel budget. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments Ferguson Travel Cover Sheet 9.25.24.pdf (110 KB) Ferguson Estimated Travel 9.25.24.pdf (17 KB) Subject CS1 The Learning Center Charter High School - Initial Charter Contract Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the five (5) year initial Charter with The Learning Center Charter High School and authorize the Superintendent or his designee to sign all related contracts and documents. DESCRIPTION: Pursuant to Florida Statute 1002.33(7), the terms and conditions for the operation of the charter school shall be set forth by the School District and the applicant in a written contractual agreement called a charter. The Charter Contract for The Learning Center Charter High School was reviewed and agreed upon by the appropriate staff and negotiated by the General Counsel's office. The Charter will become effective upon signing by both parties and shall cover a term of five (5) years. CONTACT: Edward Tierney, Deputy Superintendent/Chief of School ( edward.tierney@palmbeachschools.org ) Annmarie Dilbert, Director of the Department of Charter Schools FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is an estimated projected financial impact to the District as follows: First year = $ 93,179.00 Second year = $ 93,179.00 Third year = $ 93,179.00 Fourth year = $ 93,179.00 Fifth year = $ 93,179.00 Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments The Learning Center High School - Application.pdf (338 KB) The Learning Center High School Charter Executed.pdf (692 KB) Contract Review Checklist - The Learning Center at the ELS MS - Signed.pdf (988 KB) Subject CS2 Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy Middle School - Initial Charter Contract Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the five (5) year initial Charter with Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy Middle School and authorize the Superintendent or his designee to sign all related contracts and documents. DESCRIPTION: Pursuant to Florida Statute 1002.33(7), the terms and conditions for the operation of the charter school shall be set forth by the School District and the applicant in a written contractual agreement called a charter. The Department of Charter Schools received an application from Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy Middle School on March 6, 2024. The application for Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy Middle School was approved on June 5, 2024 as item CS-3 during a Special Board Meeting. The Charter Contract for this charter school was reviewed and agreed upon by the appropriate staff and negotiated by the General Counsel's office, The Charter will become effective upon signing by both parties and shall cover a term of five (5) years. CONTACT: Edward Tierney, Deputy Superintendent/Chief of School ( edward.tierney@palmbeachschools.org ) Annmarie Dilbert, Director of the Department of Charter Schools FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is an estimated projected financial impact to the District as follows: First year = $ 1,928,874.00 Second year = $ 1,928,874.00 Third year = $ 1,928,874.00 Fourth year = $ 1,928,874.00 Fifth year = $ 1,928,874.00 Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments Model Florida Charter School Application (1).pdf (1,893 KB) Palm Beach Prep Middle School - Contract Review Checklist - Signed.pdf (986 KB) Middle School Contract Signed (1).pdf (675 KB) Subject CS3 Quantum Charter School - Second Charter Amendment Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the proposed amendment for Quantum Charter School, and authorize the Superintendent or his designee to sign all related contracts and documents. DESCRIPTION: On July 1, 2016, Quantum Charter School was granted a 10 year renewal charter. The application for the addition of grades seven and eight was approved on June 6, 2024 as item CS-4 during a Special Board Meeting. The Second Charter Amendment for this charter school was reviewed and agreed upon by the appropriate staff and negotiated by the General Counsel's office. The Charter will become effective upon signing by both parties. CONTACT: Edward Tierney, Deputy Superintendent/Chief of School ( edward.tierney@palmbeachschools.org ) Annmarie Dilbert, Director of the Department of Charter Schools FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is an estimated projected financial impact to the District as follows: First year = $ 385,820.00 Second year = $ 385,820.00 Third year = $ 385,820.00 Fourth year = $ 385,820.00 Fifth year = $ 385,820.00 Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments Quantum - Contract Review Checklist - Executed.pdf (975 KB) Quantum Signed Amendment - July 31st Board.pdf (729 KB) Model Florida Charter School Application - Quantum High School Middle Grades Expansion.pdf (915 KB) Subject CS4 Worthington Charter School - Second Charter Amendment Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the proposed amendment for Worthington Charter School, and authorize the Superintendent or his designee to sign all related contracts and documents DESCRIPTION: On July 1, 2016, Worthington Charter School was granted a 10 year renewal charter. The application for the addition of grades seven and eight was approved on June 6, 2024 as item CS-5 during a Special Board Meeting. The Second Charter Amendment for this charter school was reviewed and agreed upon by the appropriate staff and negotiated by the General Counsel's office. The Charter will become effective upon signing by both parties. CONTACT: Edward Tierney, Deputy Superintendent/Chief of Schools Annmarie Dilbert, Director of the Department of Charter Schools FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is an estimated projected financial impact to the District as follows: First year = $385,820.00 Second year = $ 385,820.00 Third year = $ 385,820.00 Fourth year = $ 385,820.00 Fifth year = $ 385,820.00 Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments Model Florida Charter School Application Worthington High School Middle Grades Expansion.pdf (877 KB) Worthington - Contract Review Checklist.pdf (1,023 KB) Worthington Signed Amendment.pdf (313 KB) Subject CS5 The Learning Academy Charter School PK-12 - Renewal Charter Contract Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend that the Board approve the Renewal Charter Contract of 10 years for The Learning Academy Charter School PK-12, and authorize the Superintendent and/or his designee to sign all related contracts and documents. DESCRIPTION: On July 1, 2014, The Learning Academy Charter School was granted a ten (10) year Renewal Charter Contract. Pursuant to F.S. 1002.33(7)(b)1, The Learning Academy Charter School meets the criteria for renewal and does not fall under any grounds for termination. The School is in compliance with its current charter. The Renewal Charter was reviewed and agreed upon by the appropriate District staff. The renewal charter will become effective upon signing by both parties and shall cover a term of ten (10) years, commencing on August 1, 2024, and ending on July 31, 2034, except as provided in the charter. CONTACT: Edward Tierney, Deputy Superintendent/Chief of School ( edward.tierney@palmbeachschools.org ) Annmarie Dilbert, Director of the Department of Charter Schools FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is an estimated projected financial impact to the District as follows: First year = $ 4,749,961.19 Second year = $ 4,749,961.19 Third year = $ 4,749,961.19 Fourth year = $ 4,749,961.19 Fifth year = $ 4,749,961.19 Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments The Learning Academy Renewal Contract - v9 - Final Signed (1).pdf (737 KB) The Learning Academy - Contract Review Checklist - Signed.pdf (973 KB) Subject FMT1 FY 2025 - 2036 Capital Plan Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the School Board approve and adopt the FY 2025 - 2036 Capital Plan DESCRIPTION: The School Board is required to adopt a five-year capital plan prior to the adoption of the budget each year. The District expanded the plan to ten years in 2017 so that all the sales tax referendum projects could be included. This year the plan was expanded to twelve years to encompass the life of the proposed sales tax that will be considered by voters in November. The first year of the capital plan is the FY 2025 capital budget, which is included in the tentative budget that will be presented for approval later today. As required by law, the capital plan is balanced and financially feasible. The School Board last reviewed the capital plan during the budget workshop on June 5, 2024. Since that meeting, the budget for FY 2025 has been updated to reflect the estimated property tax revenues. A revised and final version of the Capital Plan will be provided for Budget Adoption on September 4th. At that time, the FY 2025 budget will be updated to reflect the final FY 2024 expenditures and the roll forward of remaining budgets for ongoing projects. The projects planned for FY 2026 through FY 2036 (years 2 through 12) can and will be amended as needed during the budget process each year. Any future changes that impact projects on the referendum project list will be reviewed by the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee. The Tentative District Education Facilities Plan, which is the state version of the capital plan, will be brought to the School Board for approval at a future meeting once the template is available from FLDOE. CONTACT: Heather Frederick, Chief Financial Officer ( Heather.Frederick@palmbeachschools.org ) Joseph Sanches, Chief Operating Officer ( Joseph.Sanches@palmbeachschools.org ) Leanne Evans, Treasurer ( Leanne.Evans@palmbeachschools.org ) David Dolan, Chief of Facilities ( David.Dolan@palmbeachschools.org ) FINANCIAL IMPACT: The financial impact for FY 2025 is $2,213,330,181 Strategic Themes (choose all that apply): x A. Academic Excellence and Growth x B. Student-Focused Culture X C. Mental Health and Wellness x D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply): x Educate x Affirm x Inspire File Attachments FY 2025-2036 Capital Plan 7-31-24.pdf (157 KB) Subject LD1 Settlement Agreement - Henry v. SBPBC Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the Settlement Agreement in Savannah Henry v. School Board of Palm Beach County, Case No. 502023CA015185; and authorize the Board Chair, Superintendent, and General Counsel to sign all necessary documents. DESCRIPTION: Savannah Henry has asserted a claim for retaliation in the case of Savannah Henry v. The School Board of Palm Beach County, Florida , Case No. 502023CA015185. The case is pending in the Circuit Court of the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit in and for Palm Beach County, Florida. The terms of the settlement are described in the attached “Settlement and Release of Claims Agreement.” CONTACT: Shawntoyia Bernard , Esq ., General Counsel (Shawntoyia.Bernard@palmbeachschools.org) FINANCIAL IMPACT: $20,000.00 Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate  Affirm  Inspire File Attachments Settlement and Release of Claims Agreement - Signed by Plaintiff and Counsel.pdf (2,973 KB) Subject P1 Master Affiliation Agreement FIAT Programs with Florida Atlantic University Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the renewal of the Master Affiliation Agreement Programs FIAT with Florida Atlantic University effective for FY2024 through FY2025. DESCRIPTION: Florida Atlantic University and its regional partners, including the School District of Palm Beach County, have created an innovative approach to prepare College of Education majors to be well-trained and highly qualified teachers upon graduation and entry into the teaching profession by renewing the contract starting July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025. Good FIT (First Introduction to Teaching) increases the number of education majors by providing freshmen, sophomores, and others interested in teaching the opportunity to provide instructional support with model classroom teachers. This program increases the number and quality of students entering and remaining in the field of education and teacher preparation. Undergraduate students receive extensive classroom experience and intensive multi-year support from retired educators and mentors, as well as a minimal stipend. The Accelerated Induction into Teaching (AIT) Program fills high-need teacher vacancies with selected university seniors who are ready to student teach as the actual classroom teacher with daily support from a mentor. The District’s priorities call for intensive and targeted recruitment strategies to ensure the availability of highly qualified teachers for high-needs schools. The AIT Program is an initiative that provides such teachers. CONTACT: Tim Kubrick, Chief of Human Resources (tim.kubrick@palmbeachschools.org) Elaine Gallagher, Director, Recruitment & Retention FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no additional financial impact to the District. Existing positions are filled through this program. The source of funds is various school center budgets where vacancies exist. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply): X A. Academic Excellence and Growth X B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness XD. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply): X Educate X Affirm X Inspire File Attachments FAU-FIAT 2024-2025 SDPBC FIAT Agreement - FAU signed 07.08.2024 (1).pdf (1,957 KB) FIAT Checklist 7.10.24.pdf (918 KB) Subject P2 Job Descriptions Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 10. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the job descriptions as submitted. DESCRIPTION: Consider approval of the following new job descriptions: A. School Police Sergeant B. FTE Field Support Technician III CONTACT: Tim Kubrick, Chief of Human Resources (Tim.Kubrick@palmbeachschools.org) Mark Mitchell, Director of Compensation & Employee Info Services (Mark.Mitchell@palmbeachschools.org) FINANCIAL IMPACT: A. To be funded with existing budget funds B. To be funded with existing budget funds Strategic Themes (choose all that apply):  A. Academic Excellence and Growth  B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness x D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply):  Educate x Affirm x Inspire File Attachments Job Descr Agenda 7-31-24.pdf (566 KB) 11. Approve Consent Agenda Subject Approve Consent Agenda Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 11. Approve Consent Agenda Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented or amended. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented or amended. Motion by Marcia Andrews, second by Barbara McQuinn. Final Resolution: Motion Passes Yea: Marcia Andrews, Karen Brill, Barbara McQuinn, Edwin Ferguson 12. New Business Subject P3 Personnel Agenda Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 12. New Business Type Action Recommended Action I recommend the Board approve the Personnel Agenda as submitted. DESCRIPTION: Personnel Agenda for July 31, 2024. CONTACT: Tim Kubrick, Chief of Human Resources ( timothy.kubrick@ palmbeachschools.org ) Mark Mitchell, Director, Compensation and Employee Information Services ( mark.mitchell@ palmbeachschools.org ) FINANCIAL IMPACT: The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur on a continual basis with little or no budgetary impact since terminations/leaves result in budget positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. However, the net financial impact for the attached list of 15 transactions is $154,721. Detailed information is on file in the Department of Compensation and Employee Information Services. Strategic Themes (choose all that apply): X A. Academic Excellence and Growth X B. Student-Focused Culture  C. Mental Health and Wellness  D. Committed and Impactful Employees Priority Outcomes (choose all that apply): X Educate X Affirm X Inspire File Attachments July 31 Special Meeting.pdf (166 KB) Resume July 31 Special Meeting (1).pdf (1,850 KB) Motion & Voting I recommend the Board approve the Personnel Agenda as submitted. Motion by Marcia Andrews, second by Edwin Ferguson. Final Resolution: Motion Passes Yea: Marcia Andrews, Karen Brill, Barbara McQuinn, Edwin Ferguson 13. Board Discussion Item Subject BD1- Andrews- School Board Reorganization Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 13. Board Discussion Item Type Discussion DESCRIPTION: School Board member Marcia Andrews will discuss the reorganization selection of the Board Chair/Vice-Chair and committee assignments. File Attachments 14. Adjourn Subject END TIME Meeting Jul 31, 2024 - 3. SPECIAL MEETING immediately following Workshop in the Board Room Category 14. Adjourn Type Action Recommended Action Motion to adjourn the meeting. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion by Edwin Ferguson, second by Marcia Andrews. Final Resolution: Motion Passes Yea: Marcia Andrews, Karen Brill, Barbara McQuinn, Edwin Ferguson