Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

2 Tuesday, July 30, 2024 Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Pinellas County Schools 5 p.m. Administration Building 301 4th Street SW Largo, FL 33770 https://www.pcsb.org Vision: 100% Student Success Mission: "Educate and prepare each student for college, career and life." 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.2 Invocation - Reverend Kenneth Irby – Pastor, Historic Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, St. Petersburg, FL Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.3 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.4 National Anthem Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.5 Video - Embrace Pinellas Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.6 Introduction of Professional and Community Organization Reps - Isabel Mascareñas, Public Information Officer Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Amendments to the Agenda Subject 2.1 Possible Changes to the Agenda Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Amend the Agenda File Attachments 3. Adoption of Agenda Subject 3.1 Adoption of Agenda Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adopt Agenda File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.1 Presentation of Cognia Districtwide Accreditation Renewal Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Presentation RATIONALE: On June 27, 2024, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) districtwide accreditation status was renewed for six years by the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission (Cognia). The global commission includes the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). Initially awarded districtwide accreditation in 2015, this renewal marks a significant milestone in the district’s commitment to continuous improvement and 100% student success. To earn Cognia accreditation, a school district must implement a continuous improvement process, demonstrate progress and engage in internal and external reviews. The district is evaluated using Cognia’s 30 evidence-based international standards of educational quality. PCS consistently exceeded the international network average on the analyses, each standard and overall. PCS earned an Index of Education Quality score of 355, which is more than 100 points above the network average of 253. A score of 300 or more indicates the highest level of performance recognized by Cognia. Cognia external reviewers identified two noteworthy practices as the district’s greatest strengths. The noteworthy practices are: The Pinellas County School District’s strategic plan is designed to maximize continuous improvement processes in a learner-centered, equity-embedded culture of learning. District leadership’s commitment to enhancing curriculum design and the utilization of data, coupled with the consideration of other information to address student needs, fosters a dynamic and impactful learning environment. Ms. Jessica Swere, Ed.D., Director, Southeast Region, Cognia will recognize this achievement with the board. SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Strategy and Impact Officer File Attachments 5. Public Comments on Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Meeting Procedures Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Information Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak during the public hearing and regarding the topic of the public hearing. In each case, you Must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; Must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers for that speaking opportunity or before the last speaker for that opportunity concludes their comments, whichever is later; Will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; Will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson or a majority vote of the Board; and May not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: If a speaker wants to supplement their three (3) minute presentation, the speaker should provide the Board office with written materials prior to the meeting. Board members will make every effort to review these materials. Board members may not be able to review materials received less than two (2) business days prior to the Board meeting. The Board will not act on any matter raised by a speaker prior to the next regular meeting. If a majority of the Board desires to further consider a matter raised by a speaker, they will request the Superintendent to bring a recommendation at a future workshop or meeting or otherwise address the issue. It is generally the Board's practice not to respond to the issues brought forward by speakers except to correct inaccuracies or clarify issues. Speakers may not use any of the speaking opportunities to advertise or otherwise promote the interests of any commercial or other non-school organizations, except when recognizing school or district partners or when one of the exceptions in Policy 9700.01 applies. Further, no speaker may advertise or otherwise promote a political candidate, question or party. Regulation of Disruptive Speech Board meetings are a limited open forum for First Amendment purposes and your exercise of your First Amendment right of free speech in that context will be recognized and protected, subject to reasonable restrictions as to time, place and manner. Applause is permitted only when awards are granted. To ensure the expeditious and orderly process of Board meetings, the Chairperson may: Interrupt or terminate a speaker when his/her statement is not relevant, exceeds the time allotted or is abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, profane, loud, interruptive or otherwise interferes with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, as stated in s. 1001.372(3), Florida Statutes; and Order the removal of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, provided the Chairperson has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall anything be construed, to limit or restrain negative, positive or neutral comments about the manner in which Board employees, agents, the Superintendent and Board members carry out their duties in public employment or office. Recording of Board Meetings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Revised 08/08/22 File Attachments 6. Unfinished Business 7. Consent Subject 7.1 Request Approval of the Minutes of the School Board Meeting of July 16, 2024 Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the minutes of the school board meeting of July 16, 2024. File Attachments DRAFT Minutes School Board Meeting 07162024.pdf (151 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.2 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services - July 30, 2024. BACKGROUND : Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached lists of personnel actions reflect recommendations in various areas including: Administrative - Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations and Retirements Instructional - Appointments, Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations, Retirements, Contracted Services, Substitutes and Teaching Out-of-Field (Teachers, ESOL, Co-Teacher, Long-Term Substitutes) Supporting Services - Appointments, Substitutes, Status Changes, Job Title Changes, Cost Center Changes, Leave of Absences, Resignations and Retirements RATIONALE : Human Resources Services strives to recruit, support and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the administrative, instructional and support services personnel actions are requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services. Human Resources Services has determined that all person recommended by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES : District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments Administrative Board Agenda July 30, 2024 [FY 23-24].pdf (97 KB) Administrative Board Agenda July 30, 2024 [FY 24-25].pdf (96 KB) Instructional Board Agenda July 30, 2024 [FY 23-24].pdf (170 KB) Instructional Board Agenda July 30, 2024 [FY 24-25].pdf (274 KB) Supporting Services Board Agenda July 30, 2024 [FY 23-24].pdf (136 KB) Supporting Services Board Agenda July 30, 2024 [FY 24-25].pdf (177 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.3 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Assistant Principal, Clearwater Fundamental Middle School Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Mary C. Reynolds to Assistant Principal, Clearwater Fundamental Middle School, July 31, 2024. BACKGROUND : The Assistant Principal, Clearwater Fundamental Middle School position is available due to the retirement of Paul K. Kurek, effective August 1, 2024. This position was advertised for one week and 22 applicants applied. Superintendent's staff interviewed three finalists on July 22, 2024. RATIONALE : Mary Reynolds began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 1990. She currently serves as a Principal at the Diocese of St. Petersburg (2022 to present). Her background includes serving as an Assistant Principal (2015-2022); a Curriculum Specialist at the Office of Leading and Learning (2013-2015) and an Instructional Trainer/Coach (2006-2013) for the School Board of Pasco County. Ms. Reynolds’ background also includes serving as a CCSS State Trainer at the Florida Department of Education (2013); an online Teacher (2012-2016) for FDLRS and a Classroom Teacher (1990-2006) for Pinellas County Schools. Ms. Reynolds earned a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of South Florida. DATA SOURCES : Christen Gonzalez, Ed.D., Area Superintendent, Area 1 Eric Krause, Principal, Clearwater Fundamental Middle School SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Office File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.4 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Manager, User Support Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's compensation schedule for administrators.. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Robert J. Ceneskie to Manager, User Support effective July 31, 2024 BACKGROUND : The Manager, User Support position is available due to a staffing model change. This position was advertised for one week and four applicants applied. Superintendent's staff interviewed two finalists on July 22, 2024. RATIONALE : Robert Ceneskie began his career in Pinellas County Schools in 2010. He currently serves as a System Administrator in Technology Information Systems (2021 to present). His background includes serving as Senior Instructional Technology User Support Analyst (2017-2021) and a Technology Technician (2010-2014) in Pinellas County Schools. Mr. Ceneskie’s background also includes serving as an Administrator of Instructional Technology at Religious Community Services (2006-2008) in Clearwater, Florida and a Computer Install and Repair Technician at dbSys, Inc. (2005—2010) in Sandford, Florida. Mr. Ceneskie earned a master’s and bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Walden Lake University. DATA SOURCES : Keith Mastorides, Chief Technology Officer SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.5 Request Approval of the Appointment of the Applications Administrator Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's compensation schedule. Recommended Action Approval of the appointment of Tania E. FitzGerald to Applications Administrator, effective July 31, 2024. BACKGROUND : The Applications Administrator position is available due to the retirement of Jana L. Zamrazil effective June 28, 2024. This position was advertised for one week and 12 applicants applied. Superintendent's staff interviewed two finalists on July 22, 2024. RATIONALE : Tania FitzGerald began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2014. She currently serves as a Senior Application Specialist in Technology Information Systems (2014 to present). Her background includes serving as a Systems Engineer and Consultant at Verizon Data Services (1991-2003 and 2008-2009); a Senor Developer Consultant at CIBER, Inc. (2009-2010); and a Senior Developer Consultant at Health Plan Services (2010-2011) in Tampa. Mrs. FitzGerald’s background also includes serving as a Programmer Analyst (2011-2014) at the School District of Manatee County. Mrs. FitzGerald earned a bachelor's degree in Information Systems and Accounting from the University of South Florida. DATA SOURCES : Keith Mastorides, Chief Technology Officer SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Office File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.6 Request Approval of Aetna as Pinellas County Schools' Third-Party Administrator (TPA) for the Health Plan and Pharmacy Benefit Manager from January 1, 2025, Thru December 31, 2027. Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budget Source The cost of Aetna third-party administrative services, which is estimated at $4.05M annually, is paid against the self-insured health fund. Recommended Action Approve Aetna as Pinellas County Schools' Third-Party Administrator for the Health Plan and Pharmacy Benefit Manager from January 1, 2025, Thru December 31, 2027. BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools self-insures the district's group health and pharmacy plan, which includes approximately 8,800 active employees and 270 retirees. Currently, Aetna is our third-party administrator for the health plan and the district's Pharmacy Benefit Manager. Aetna's agreement for TPA services is set to expire on December 31, 2024. Gallagher Benefit Services successfully negotiated with Aetna to continue their TPA services for the health plan. Aetna offered a flat administrative rate renewal for 2025. However, the recommendation is to add a Virtual Primary Care Physician Network at an additional cost of $1 per employee per month, aimed at improving access to primary care physicians. Under the proposed renewal, the rate for 2025 will be $39.40 per employee per month, increasing slightly to $40.55 for both 2026 and 2027. This renewal ensures the continuation of all current services and supports the district's Be-Smart Wellness Program, as well as Aetna's on-site representatives. Additionally, Aetna is providing a $200,000 "premium credit" for use in 2024. Given the significant impact of pharmacy drug costs on overall healthcare expenses, on March 10, 2024, the district's purchasing department, with the assistance of Gallagher Benefit Services, the district's benefit pharmacy consultant, issued an Intent to Negotiate (ITN) #24-946-134 for Pharmacy Benefit Management services. Nine proposals were received of which three were deemed non-responsive. The committee reviewed the six remaining proposals based on criteria such as: Financial offer, including specialty pharmacy Formulary disruption Claims and trend assumptions Exclusions Manufacturer coupon programs Administrative ancillary fees Performance guarantees After review, the committee recommended Gallagher engage in further negotiations with Aetna for a best and final offer. Their final offer included an estimated $1.5M in projected claim savings and $8.3M in additional minimum rebates for our pharmacy benefit. The committee reviewed the final offer and recommended Aetna to continue as the third-party administrator and Pharmacy Benefit Manager. RATIONALE: Key considerations supporting the recommendation to renew with Aetna as our TPA and pharmacy benefit manager include minimizing disruption and ensuring high member satisfaction, achieving substantial projected savings and pharmacy rebates, and sustaining wellness initiatives aimed at long-term health outcomes and lowering medical and projected pharmacy costs. DATA SOURCES : Stephen “Joe” Benjamin, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, Director, Purchasing April Paul, Director, Risk Management and Insurance Melinda Sutton, Managing Officer, Employee Benefits and Workers' Compensation Keven Jones, Financial Reporting Analyst Susan Spaulding, PCTA, Membership Services Director Chuck Tobin, Consultant, Gallagher Benefit Consulting Clare Hunter, PharmD., MBA, Area Vice President, Gallagher Benefit Consulting SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.7 Request Approval of Three-Year Renewal Extension for Aetna Resources for Living for our Employee Assistance Plan Effective January 1, 2025, Through December 31, 2027 Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source The cost for Aetna Resources for Living Employee Assistance Plan is paid through the Risk Management Operating Budget. Recommended Action Approve the three-year renewal extension for Aetna Resources for Living for our Employee Assistance Plan effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027. BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools offers an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) through Aetna Resource for Living (RFL) to employees and their family members living in the household. The current agreement expires December 31, 2024. The services include: Eight free face-to-face or telehealth counseling sessions per member per issue Unlimited Telephonic counseling 24/7 for real-time support Talkspace Chat and video therapy counseling Worklife services, including legal and financial referral services Website with tools and resources Onsite Trainer allocated for 26 hours per week Unlimited Well-Being Coaching ( New ) The Well-Being Coaching benefit enhancement allows employees and their families to connect with certified professional coaches for guidance on work/life balance, purpose, social engagement, life transitions, interpersonal skills, and healthy living. It offers goal setting and support through unlimited phone and virtual sessions. Due to consistently high utilization, a 3-year flat premium increase of 13.6% has been negotiated. In 2023, the utilization rate (any unique member encounter) for Pinellas County Schools stood at 19%, higher than the average business utilization rate of 5.3% for RFL. RATIONALE : The renewal of this agreement ensures that employees and their household family members retain access to emotional well-being support and counseling as required. The district's projected annual premium for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) in 2024 is $552,840. The projected annual renewal rates ($3.08 per employee per month) covering 17,000 full-time, part-time and substitute employees for the calendar years 2025, 2026, and 2027 are $628,320. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney April Paul, Director, Risk Management and Insurance Chuck Tobin, Consultant, Gallagher Benefit Services SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.8 Request Approval of EyeMed Vision Care, LLC, (EyeMed) as Provider for our Vision Plan from January 1, 2025, Through December 31, 2029. Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted No Budget Source Funding for employee only coverage is through the district's operating budget. Coverage for dependents may be purchased for an additional cost through pre-tax payroll deductions or allocated flex credits. Recommended Action Approve EyeMed Vision Care, LLC, (EyeMed) as provider for our Vision Plan from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2029. BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools provides vision coverage to all benefit-eligible employees at no cost. Employees can obtain vision coverage for their spouses and/or dependent children through pre-tax payroll deductions or allocated no-health flex credits. Retirees have the option to continue their vision coverage at full cost. Currently, the vision plan has approximately 10,000 employees and 2,900 retirees enrolled. The existing contract with EyeMed will expire on December 31, 2024. On April 10, 2024, the district's purchasing department, with the assistance of Gallagher Benefit Services, issued an Intent to Negotiate (ITN) #24-946-143 for vision benefits. Nine proposals were received. Following the review of each proposal, the evaluation committee suggested proceeding with Best and Final Offer requests from EyeMed, Humana, and MetLife. On July 1, 2024, after evaluating the three final offers, the committee recommended continuing with EyeMed as the district's vision provider, citing cost-effectiveness, plan design, administrative services, and network accessibility. RATIONALE : EyeMed, the district's current vision provider, has delivered consistent service to employees and retirees. Their proposal included a 5-year flat rate renewal at the current monthly rates: Employee Only $3.65, Two Person at $8.37, and Family at $13.51. EyeMed boasts an extensive network of independent and retail providers both within Pinellas County and nationwide. EyeMed's continuation ensures there will be no disruption in provider availability or services. DATA SOURCES : Stephen “Joe” Benjamin, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, Director, Purchasing April Paul, Director, Risk Management and Insurance Melinda Sutton, Managing Officer, Employee Benefits and Workers' Compensation Keven Jones, Financial Reporting Analyst Susan Spaulding, PCTA, Membership Services Director Chuck Tobin, Consultant, Gallagher Benefit Services SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.9 Request Approval of the Agreement With PACE Center for Girls Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source This agreement will be supported by the Mental Health Allocation Federal Grant funding. Recommended Action Approve the agreement with PACE Center for Girls for up to three years, paying the contractor up to $154,000 per year. Goals 5. Objective 12 (Strategy Priority 5): Leverage Partnerships that Support Student Success BACKGROUND : Currently, PACE Center for Girls therapists are funded by the Department of Juvenile Justice and are housed full-time at Largo and Dunedin middle schools. This agreement allows PACE to expand their services to Largo and Dunedin high schools to serve these students. One hundred percent (100%) of the girls served have risk factors in three (3) or more domains: Behavior, School Risk and Victimization and Health. Ninety-five percent (95%) of cases served were closed successfully with an aftercare plan. One hundred percent (100%) of girls who took the Pre- and Post-Problem Oriented Screening Instrument for Teenagers (POSIT) Assessment improved their risk level on relationships with family, peers or social skills. RATIONALE : The purpose of the program is to expand PACE services at two additional schools to female students having emotional and behavioral challenges, which impede the students' emotional capacity for learning. The program will ensure that students and families receive the appropriate services to meet their mental health and wellness needs. DATA SOURCES : Donna Sicilian, LCSW, Ed.S., Executive Director, Student Services Leslie "Michelle" Topping, Director, Educational Alternative Services SUBMITTED BY : Stephanie Long, Chief Student Support Officer File Attachments Agreement PACE.pdf (568 KB) Attachment A PACE.pdf (23 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.10 Request Approval of the Cooperative Agreement Renewal for Educational Alternative Services Programs with the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County, Inc. Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source The agreement is necessary to receive full-time equivalence (FTE) funding for the programs. Recommended Action Approve the renewal Agreement for Educational Alternative Services Programs with the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County, Inc. BACKGROUND : The State Department of Education Rule 6A-6.0525 F.A.C., and Florida Statute 1003.54, require that each district school board establish and implement a teenage parent program, which is defined as an educational program designed to provide a specialized curriculum and other services to meet the needs of students who are either pregnant or are already teen mothers or fathers and the children of these students. The board agrees to contract for teen parent childcare services and to accept counseling and related services from various community agencies through a partnership between Pinellas County Schools (PCS) and the Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County, Inc. (ELC). PCS and ELC have an annual contractual agreement, the most recent of which was valid through June 30, 2024. The contract outlines the costs for direct (childcare) and support services (administrative) provided through the ELC. The children receive a student ID number and the FTE generated is a funding source for daycare services. In 2023-24, forty-seven (47) infants/toddlers were registered. The ELC provided daycare service for approximately nineteen (19) infants/toddlers at private daycares throughout the county. Twenty-eight (28) infants/toddlers received services at the school-based daycare at Pinellas Technical College (PTC) Clearwater. RATIONALE : These agreements facilitate compliance with state requirements for establishing and implementing programs for teenage parents to meet the needs of students who are either pregnant or are already teen mothers or fathers, and the children of these students. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Leslie "Michelle" Topping, Director, Educational Alternative Services Eric McManus, Administrator, DJJ, Educational Alternative Services Chawnda Saunders, Administrator, DJJ, Educational Alternative Services Sharon Brown, Ed.D., Teen Parent Coordinator, Educational Alternative Services SUBMITTED BY : Stephanie Long, Chief Student Support Officer File Attachments ELC Cooperative Agreement 8-24.pdf (1,033 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.11 Request Approval of Budget Amendment No. 8 (April 2024) to the District's 2023-2024 School Year Budget Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this budget amendment will result in an updated budget that reflects the changes in revenues received along with the offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. Recommended Action Approve Budget Amendment No. 8 (April 2024) to the district's 2023-2024 school year budget. BACKGROUND : This budget amendment, with the detail attached, reflects changes in revenues received and the resulting changes in budgetary appropriations. This amendment also includes adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual expenditures plus encumbrances. RATIONALE : The budget amendment is procedurally necessary to update the district's budget to reflect the changes outlined under "BACKGROUND." Operating Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Debt Service No change. Capital Outlay Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Contracted Programs Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Other CARES Act Relief Fund No change. Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund II No change. Other CRRSA Act Relief - GEER II Fund No change. American Rescue Plan (ARP) Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund III Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Food and Nutrition Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Self-Insured Workers Comp & Liability No change. Self-Insured Health Fund No change. Permanent Fund No change. Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund This fund is reported on a quarterly basis and is currently updated with March 31, 2024, financial data. The 2023-2024 Budget was approved by the School Board at the Public Hearing on September 12, 2023. The financial impact to the Operating Fund follows: Medicaid claiming revenue increased $227,918 matching estimated revenue to actual cash collections. The fund balance increased. Gifts, grants, and bequests increased by $150,743 due to donations to Shore Acres Elementary for $5,957, Largo High for $420, Bauder Elementary for $50,418, $75,000 for Pinellas Education Foundation-Duke Energy, $17,923 for Pinellas Education Foundation and $1,025 for the Jan Chase Rutz Family Fund. Total estimated revenue and transfers increased $378,661. Appropriations increased $286,969. Non-spendable fund balance and Assigned fund balance remained unchanged. Restricted fund balance decreased $85,593. Unassigned fund balance increased $177,285. DATA SOURCES : Samantha Chastain, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Stacy Pitt, Manager, Budget, FTE and Cost Reporting Alejandra Benites, Financial Reporting Analyst - Budget SUBMITTED BY : Gary Jeppesen, MBA, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments BA 8 APRIL 24.pdf (187 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.12 Request Approval of the Financial Statements for the Month Ending April 30, 2024 Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Recommended Action Approve the financial statements for the month ending April 30, 2024. BACKGROUND : The financial statements are a summary of the financial condition and financial activities of the school board. These statements provide a districtwide view of financial operations. RATIONALE : The financial records and accounts of the school board are maintained under the direction of the superintendent with approval of the board. DATA SOURCES : Karen Post, CPA, Director, Accounting Alejandra Benites, Financial Reporting Analyst SUBMITTED BY : Gary Jeppesen, MBA, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments April 2024 Financial Statement.pdf (82 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.13 Request Approval of the Investment Portfolio Financial Statements for the Periods ending December 2022, March 2023, June 2023, September 2023, and December 2023 Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action Approve the Investment Portfolio Financial Statements for the Periods ending December 2022, March 2023, June 2023, September 2023, and December 2023. BACKGROUND : The most recent quarterly unaudited financial statements of the board’s investment activities are included herein. The board’s approval of this approach to investments has resulted in greater investment income than previously obtainable. The format includes comparative information with respect to earnings performance. The actual and Pro Forma information are condensed to facilitate comparisons. The quarterly investment report includes two benchmarks for comparison. Benchmark 1 is a composite of market indices and Benchmark 2 is the Florida Prime fund. RATIONALE : The attached investment portfolio financial statements cover a period of 15 months. The Managed Investment Program (MIP) earnings for that period, was $10,323,601 after recognizing a decrease in fair market value of a negative $3,940,954. For that period, the weighted average index (Benchmark 1) outperformed the MIP by $7,342,612 and the Florida Prime (Benchmark 2) outperformed the MIP by $8,207,841. Since July 2019, the Florida Prime earnings have exceeded the MIP earnings by $17,335,690. The district’s MIP as of December 2023 has an unrealized market gain of $633,204. Since the district’s policy is to buy and hold securities, this loss will eventually be accreted as principal is returned or bonds mature. If the district’s bonds were priced at par (100) as of December 31, 2023, the Florida Prime fund’s return over the MIP since July 2019 would be $21,064,200 (see Note 4). DATA SOURCES : Andrew S. Jacobsen, Managing Officer, Cash and Investments Samantha "Sam" Chastain, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Karen Post, Director, Accounting Fred Loopman, Private consultant for retirement programs, former head of the State Board of Administration; External Oversight Committee Scott Besley, Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Finance, College of Business Administration, USF; External Oversight Committee Frank LaFalce, Private practice attorney, former President of a local bank ; External Oversight Committee SUBMITTED BY : Gary Jeppesen, MBA, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments 22-12 Quarterly Report 7.30.24.pdf (1,598 KB) 23-03 Quarterly Report7.30.24.pdf (1,438 KB) 23-06 Quarterly Report7.30.24.pdf (1,885 KB) 23-09 Quarterly Report7.30.24.pdf (1,755 KB) 23-12 Quarterly Report7.30.24.pdf (1,910 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.14 Request for Approval of Purchasing Items in Accordance with Bid Policies and Procedures Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Funding is available in the various departmental budgets. Recommended Action Approve Purchasing items in accordance with bid policies and statutes. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND : The purchasing documents and proposals on the attachment have been processed in accordance with applicable law and district purchasing policies. Each proposed contract award reflects the most appropriate recommended action, as determined by the relevant competitive solicitation process or applicable exemption. The purchases are necessary to continue to provide a high-quality education for all students. RATIONALE : Approval of the purchasing items will allow the district to continue to provide high-quality education for all students in an efficient and effective manner. DATA SOURCES : Stephen “Joe” Benjamin, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, Director, Purchasing SUBMITTED BY : Gary Jeppesen, MBA, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments PURCHASING AGENDA SUMMARY 7 30 24.pdf (6,867 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.15 Approval of Change Order No. 3 to the Agreement With JE Dunn Construction for the New Construction, Renovations and Remodel at Clearwater High School. This Change Order Will Decrease the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) by $14,085,003.13. Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source The total cost of this project is $64,004,348.47. The net result of this change order is $937,680.32 in unused allowances, unused buyout, unused contingency, unused general conditions and tax savings. The source of this funding is COPS Bonds 2021, district capital outlay and sale of property. Recommended Action Approve Change Order No. 3 with JE Dunn Construction for New Construction, Renovations and Remodel at Clearwater High School. BACKGROUND : On April 14, 2020, the board approved an agreement with JE Dunn Construction to furnish Construction Management (CM) services for the project at Clearwater High School in the amount of $2,937,308.57. On December 15, 2020, the board approved Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with JE Dunn Construction. This amendment compensated the CM in the amount of $4,857,350.81 for a partial GMP that funded cost of construction including procurement of long-lead material and equipment as well as preconstruction services. On April 13, 2021, the board approved Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement for a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $56,798,263.30. On April 12, 2022, the board approved Change Order No. 1 to the Agreement with JE Dunn Construction for landscape improvements in the right-of-way adjacent to Gulf to Bay Boulevard, these improvements were funded by the City of Clearwater. This Change Order increased the GMP by $137,500 resulting in a revised GMP of $56,935,763.30. On December 13, 2022, the board approved Change Order No. 2 to the Agreement with JE Dunn Construction for hurricane hardening of the gymnasium, these improvements were funded by Pinellas County. This change order increased the GMP by $2,698,990.28 resulting in a revised GMP of $59,634,753.59 with a time extension of 109 days. Change Order No. 3 is to reconcile the GMP for the new construction, renovations and remodel at Clearwater High School, Project No. 9251 by the following: General Conditions: $163,493.85 Buyout Savings: $562,043.56 Allowances: $91,522.75 Contingency: $39,746.69 Direct Purchase Orders Tax Savings: $80,873.47 Contingency: $39,746.69 Direct Purchase Orders for equipment/materials: $13,147,322.81 This adjustment decreases the GMP of $59,634,753.59 by $14,085,003.13 resulting in a final GMP of $45,549,750.46 and a final total project cost of $64,004,348.07. A copy of the change order form is attached. RATIONALE : It is necessary to approve this final deductive change order to reconcile the accounts. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Craig D. Pollei, A.I.A., Director, Facilities Design and Construction Richard Gauvey, Senior Construction Coordinator Joseph Maceda, Financial Reporting Analyst, Facilities and Operations Eric Delisle, Project Manager, JE Dunn Construction John Kidwell, Principal, Hepner Architects, Inc. SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments 7.30.24 #9251 Change Order 3.pdf (99 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.16 Request Approval of Change Order No. 3 to the Agreement With A.D. Morgan Corporation for the New Construction, Renovation and Remodel at Tyrone Middle School. This Change Order Will Decrease the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) by $7,908,800.99. Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source The total cost of this project is $38,664,934.07. The net result of this change order is $299,915.93 in unused tax savings being returned to the district. The source of this funding is district capital outlay. Recommended Action Approve Change Order No. 3 with A.D. Morgan Corporation for New Construction, Renovation and Remodel at Tyrone Middle School, Project No. 9357. BACKGROUND : On April 28, 2020, the board approved an agreement with A.D. Morgan Corporation to furnish Construction Management (CM) services for the project at Tyrone Middle School in the amount of $1,670,121.96. On March 23, 2021, the board approved Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $32,560,325. On November 9, 2021, the board approved Change Order No. 1 to the Agreement with A.D. Morgan Corporation. This change order was the result of the mediation settlement that stemmed from cost escalations within the construction industry. This adjustment increased the GMP by $2,559,274.04 resulting in a revised GMP of $35,119,599.04. On March 22, 2022, the board approved Change Order No. 2 to the Agreement with A.D. Morgan Corporation for the allocation of funds from the Pinellas County Schools’ Maintenance Department for the deferred roof replacements on Buildings 8 and 15. This adjustment increased the GMP by $430,000 resulting in a revised GMP of $35,549,599.04. Change Order No. 3 is to reconcile the GMP for the new construction, renovation and remodel at Tyrone Middle School, Project No. 9357 by the following amounts: Direct Purchase Orders (DPO) Tax Savings: $299,515.93 Direct Purchase Orders (DPO) for equipment/materials: $7,609,285.08 This adjustment decreases the GMP of $35,549,599.04 by $7,908,800.99 resulting in a final GMP of $27,640,798.05 and a final total project cost of $38,664,934.07. A copy of change order form is attached. RATIONALE : It is necessary to approve this final deductive change order to reconcile the accounts. DATA SOURCES : Craig D. Pollei, A.I.A., Director, Facilities Design and Construction Richard Gauvey, Senior Construction Coordinator, Facilities Design and Construction Joseph Maceda, Financial Reporting Analyst, Facilities and Operations John Kalaf, Vice-President of Operations, A.D. Morgan Corporation Rick Rowe, Principal, Rowe Architects, Inc. SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments 7.30.24 #9357 Change Order #3.pdf (90 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.17 Request Approval of Substantial Completion for Exterior Soffits, Wall Panel and Walkway Repairs as of June 18, 2024, at Pinellas Technical College St. Petersburg, Project No. 9440 Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the substantial completion for exterior soffits, wall panel and walkway repairs as of June 18, 2024, at Pinellas Technical College St. Petersburg, Project No. 9440 BACKGROUND: The project architect has certified this project is substantially complete as of June 18, 2024. This date establishes the beginning of the school district’s responsibilities for maintenance, cleaning and insurance for this work. Warranties for this work shall commence per contract terms and the school district is responsible for oversight of warranty claims. A punch list of work to be completed or corrected was made on the date of substantial completion and such work must be complete before final acceptance. A copy of the substantial completion form is attached RATIONALE: The work required under the terms of the contract is substantially complete. The establishment of a date of substantial completion is a requirement of the contract terms. DATA SOURCES: Craig D. Pollei, A.I.A., Director, Facilities Design and Construction Brian Long, Electrical Engineer, Facilities Design and Construction Anthony Catana, Associate Principle, Spiezle Architectural Group, Inc. Keith Hartsfield, Senior Project Manager, Hennessy Construction Services SUBMITTED BY: Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments 2024-06-18 #9440 Substantial Completion 7.30.24.pdf (72 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.18 Request Approval of a Vehicle Use Agreement With a Non-Profit Organization for a Period of One Year Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district Recommended Action Approve a Vehicle Use Agreement with a Non-Profit Organization for a period of one year. BACKGROUND : Gus A. Stavros Institute has requested a vehicle use agreement. A copy of the agreement is attached. Under Florida Statute 1006.261, a school district may provide to any non-profit organization the option to contract for the use of school buses to transport school-age children if they can provide liability protection for the district. Risk Management has set the minimum amounts of liability protection at $1,000,000 per person/$2,000,000 per occurrence as allowed by School Board policy. It requires the organization to hold the district harmless from liability in exchange for services provided at cost. These agreements also stipulate that the use of buses by these groups will not conflict with regular school board transportation schedules. RATIONALE : The district will continue providing this type of transportation service to non-profit organizations but shall not subject itself to additional liability exposures. The district requires these organizations to enter into a Vehicle Use Agreement to hold the district harmless from liability while providing these transportation services at cost. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Thomas Hagewood, Director, Transportation Matthew Blum, Manager, Gus A. Stavros Institute Joseph Maceda, Financial Reporting Analyst, Facilities and Operations SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments Stavros VUA 730.24.pdf (390 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.19 Request Approval to Sell District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets by PublicSurplus.com Internet Auction Site or Royal Auction Group Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source Selling of the district’s surplus equipment through Royal Auction Group and Public Surplus.com generates revenue for the district. Recommended Action Approve selling district surplus and obsolete fixed assets by PublicSurplus.com Internet Auction Site or Royal Auction Group. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND: The warehouse receives requests from schools and district sites to pick up surplus and obsolete property. A district property forum has been established for schools and district sites to post useful surplus items before being disposed of to provide an opportunity for other district sites to obtain this surplus property. Warehouse trucks transfer the equipment to the surplus property warehouse for storage or disposal. District staff evaluates unclaimed surplus property. Property that is deemed no longer useful to the district is made available for sale to the public using an auction company and internet auction site. RATIONALE: The school board authorizes the sale of surplus property. Florida Statutes 274.05, 274.06 and 274.07 provide direction for the disposition and recording of surplus assets which are obsolete and no longer serve a useful function within the district. DATA SOURCES: Samantha L. Chastain , Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Michael Hewett, Director, Maintenance Karen Oruwariye, Director, Food and Nutrition Brian Lowe, Vehicle Maintenance Specialist Robert Strader, Warehouse Coordinator SUBMITTED BY: Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments 07.30.24 Board Agenda Surplus Lists Workbook - Sell.pdf (104 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.20 Request Approval to Recycle, Cannibalize, Scrap or Donate District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source Scrap district surplus and obsolete fixed assets sent to recycling generates revenue for the district. Recommended Action Approve the request to recycle, cannibalize, scrap or donate district surplus and obsolete fixed assets. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND: The warehouse receives requests from schools and district sites to pick up surplus and obsolete technology equipment. Computer equipment over 5 years old and unrepairable is sent to the surplus warehouse to be physically checked in by onsite district support staff. Computers found to be useful by onsite technical support staff may get reassigned to schools or district sites. Schools may keep obsolete technology equipment that meets their educational needs. Computers that are deemed no longer useful to the district are sent to the recycling company. RATIONALE: The school board authorizes the sale of surplus property. Florida Statutes 274.05, 274.06 and 274.07 provide direction for the disposition and recording of surplus assets which are obsolete and no longer serve a useful function within the district. DATA SOURCES: Samantha L. Chastain , Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Michael Hewett, Director, Maintenance Karen Oruwariye, Director, Food and Nutrition Brian Lowe, Vehicle Maintenance Specialist Robert Strader, Warehouse Coordinator SUBMITTED BY: Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments 07.30.24 Board Agenda Surplus Lists Workbook - Scrap - Cann.pdf (96 KB) 07.30.24 Board Agenda Surplus Lists Workbook - Recycle.pdf (148 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.1 Request Approval of the 2024-25 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this annual plan will provide $5,249,078 in state funding for the expansion of mental health services for the 2024-2025 school year. Recommended Action Approve the 2024-25 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan. Goals 5. Objective 05 (Strategic Priority 2): Build Positive, Caring Cultures of Learning in Every Classroom and School BACKGROUND : Pinellas County Schools will build on the progress made in previous years with the 2024-25 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan . The annual plan will provide a broad overview of our work including mental health and wellness training, access to Student Services staff, increase community partnerships, suicide prevention, and increase services for students with internalizing concerns. We will engage in ongoing recruitment and retention of highly qualified Student Services staff to increase timely access to mental health professionals. In addition, community providers with a proven track record of success will continue to serve students with intensive mental health needs. To accomplish this plan, we are expanding our partnerships to include an additional community agency - Pace Center for Girls, Inc . All these efforts will be focused on identifying students with emotional needs and supporting them by providing services in school and referrals to community partners when appropriate with parental/guardian consent. RATIONALE : The Florida legislature has allocated funding for mental health and wellness services in schools again for the 2024-25 school year. This plan ensures Pinellas County Schools is in compliance with Florida Statutes to increase mental health awareness and prevention efforts. Implementation of the plan will increase students' access to Student Services staff and strengthen community partnerships. Additional resources will be strategically targeted to further enhance a strong core of mental health services for students and families currently being provided in Pinellas County. DATA SOURCES : Donna Sicilian, LCSW, Ed.S., Executive Director, Student Services SUBMITTED BY : Stephanie Long, Chief Student Support Officer File Attachments pinellas-2024-25-mha-4 7.30.24.pdf (3,199 KB) Pinellas MHAA Planned Funds and Expenditures Form 2024-2025 7.30.24.pdf (70 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.2 Request Approval of the 2025-26 Instructional Calendar and Special Observance Days Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Preferred Date Jul 30, 2024 Fiscal Impact No Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the 2025-26 Instructional Calendar and Special Observance Days. BACKGROUND : A calendar committee, met on two occasions, representing parents, teachers, students, support staff, instructional staff and various community groups to develop the Instructional Calendar for the 2025-26 school year. The proposed calendar includes the following: A school start date for the 10-month instructional staff on Friday, August 1, 2025, and for students on Monday, August 11, 2025. Eighty-seven (87) days of instruction during the first semester and ninety-three (93) days during the second semester. Six (6) days of preplanning for 10-month teachers. Potential hurricane make-up days on September 19, 2025, October 13, 2025, November 24, 2025 and November 25, 2025. A Thanksgiving break from Saturday, November 22, 2025, through Sunday, November 30, 2025, for students and 10-month instructional staff. A winter break from Saturday, December 20, 2025, through Sunday, January 4, 2026, for students and 10-month instructional staff. A spring break from Saturday, March 14, 2026, through Sunday, March 22, 2026, for students and 10-month instructional staff. A school ending date for students on Thursday, May 28, 2026, and for 10-month instructional staff on Friday, May 29, 2026. RATIONALE : The proposed Instructional Calendar is recommended based on input from representatives of a multitude of stakeholder groups. The representatives met as a group to review the potential calendar options and were provided over three weeks to gather feedback from the members of their stakeholder groups. Representatives submitted feedback electronically, which was then shared with the other representatives. This feedback was used to draft the final recommendation for the student calendar. The calendar takes into consideration: The Pinellas County School District makes all decisions based on what is in the best interest of students. A legislative mandate that the opening date for schools may not be earlier than August 10 of each year. Input from multiple stakeholder groups, including parents and students, who have requested that the district continue to provide a schedule that permits the administration of first-semester exams prior to winter break was gathered and considered. DATA SOURCES : Calendar Committee comprised of Area Superintendents/Chiefs, Communications, Community, Facilities, Finance, Food and Nutrition, Human Resources Services, Parents, PCTA, PESPA, Pinellas Technical College, Principals, Professional Development, School Board, SEIU, Students, Teachers, Teaching and Learning Services, Testing and Transportation. SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 25-26 Instructional Calendars 7.30.24.pdf (1,596 KB) 9. New Business Subject 9.1 Items Introduced by Superintendent Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.2 Items Introduced by the School Board Attorney Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.3 Items Introduced by the Board Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.4 Review of Board Requests Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.1 Adjourn Meeting Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adjourn the Meeting The above listed recommendations to the School Board of Pinellas County are submitted for consideration and approval at the meeting of July 30, 2024. Kevin K. Hendrick, Superintendent of Schools. File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.2 Public Participation Meeting Jul 30, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak during the public hearing and regarding the topic of the public hearing. In each case, you Must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; Must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers for that speaking opportunity or before the last speaker for that opportunity concludes their comments, whichever is later; Will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; Will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson or a majority vote of the Board; and May not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: If a speaker wants to supplement their three (3) minute presentation, the speaker should provide the Board office with written materials prior to the meeting. Board members will make every effort to review these materials. Board members may not be able to review materials received less than two (2) business days prior to the Board meeting. The Board will not act on any matter raised by a speaker prior t