REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

3 Tuesday, April 9, 2024 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SCHOOL BOARD AUDITORIUM 40 ORANGE STREET - AND via WEBEX ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA 32084 4 p.m. A. Meeting Opening Subject 1. Call to Order by School Board Chair Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category A. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 2. Roll Call by Superintendent Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category A. Meeting Opening Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 3. Pledge of Allegiance by Mrs. Bev Slough Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category A. Meeting Opening Type File Attachments Subject 4. CHARACTER COUNTS! Presentation by Payton Dorsett, a senior at Creekside High School Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category A. Meeting Opening Type Presentation File Attachments Subject 5. This meeting is dedicated to the memory of Mr. Bill Mignon. Mr. Mignon served the students of St. Johns County for over a half-century as a teacher, principal and school board member. Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category A. Meeting Opening Type Background Information: Educational Impact: Strategic Plan Impact: Fiscal Impact: Recommendation: Action Required: Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments B. Agenda Additions/Corrections Subject 1. Additions / Corrections to the Agenda Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category B. Agenda Additions/Corrections Type Information File Attachments C. Approval of Regular Agenda as Stated Subject 1. Approval of Regular Agenda as Stated Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category C. Approval of Regular Agenda as Stated Type Action File Attachments D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Subject 1. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe April as School Library Month and April 7-13, 2024, as National Library Week Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: April has been designated School Library Month in Florida to focus attention on the services, programs and resources provided by school library media centers. National Library Week, April 7-13, 2024, coincides with School Library Month. To recognize the valuable contributions our media centers and staff make to prepare students for lifelong learning and enhance their reading enjoyment; I would like to request that the School Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: Reading improves cognitive and communication skills, increases vocabulary and helps with the academic success of students. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's mission to inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning is all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe April as School Library Month and April 7-13, 2024, as National Library Week. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe April as School Library Month and April 7-13, 2024, as National Library Week. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments School Library Month_April 2024.pdf (219 KB) Subject 2. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe April as Volunteer Month and April 21-27, 2024 as Volunteer Week Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: April is designated as Volunteer Month, both nationally and in the state of Florida. National Volunteer Week is April 21-27, 2024, and during this important week, national, regional and local organizations applaud the efforts of volunteers as well as inspire and encourage people to seek out imaginative ways to engage in their communities. To recognize the valuable contributions of the many volunteers who give so much of themselves for the benefit of our school district, I would like to request that the School Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: Volunteers provide reading, tutoring and mentoring support as well as learning and growth experiences for all students, strengthening our educational system. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Core Values that in order to grow and thrive, individuals need caring relationships and a nurturing environment. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Volunteer Month and April 21-27, 2024, as Volunteer Week. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Volunteer Month and April 21-27, 2024, as Volunteer Week. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Volunteer Week_April 2024.pdf (179 KB) Subject 3. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe April as Alcohol Awareness Month Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: Underage drinking in St. Johns County is one of the most pressing concerns for the welfare of our youth today. Prevention Coalition of St. Johns County endeavors to change the culture of the community through education about the dangers of alcohol consumption by adolescents and offering alcohol and drug-free events. To bring about public awareness and education through prevention and intervention, I would like to request that the School Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: Students who demonstrate their commitment to a healthy, alcohol-free lifestyle may have better educational outcomes. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's mission to inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Alcohol Awareness Month. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Alcohol Awareness Month. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Alcohol Awareness Month_April 2024.pdf (103 KB) Subject 4. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe April as Child Abuse Prevention Month Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: Child abuse is a problem that affects far too many families, both locally and nationally. It often causes serious illness and injury and impairment of physical, emotional and intellectual functioning. Children in St. Johns County deserve to live in healthy, nurturing environments without fear of violence or harm. In order to bring about public awareness and education through prevention and intervention, I would like to request that the School Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: All students have the right to attend schools that are safe and free of violence without feeling fearful or intimidated. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Core Values that a safe and orderly environment is conducive to learning. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Child Abuse Prevention Month_April 2024.pdf (130 KB) Subject 5. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: The Betty Griffin Center has been established as a safety shelter in St. Johns County for women and their families subjected to domestic violence. It also offers a Sexual Assault Recovery Program, aided by volunteers and other service providers in the community, to provide care for sexual assault survivors. In the belief that all community members must be part of the solution to end sexual violence, I would like to request that the School Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: Reducing the instance of sexual assault helps reduce the adverse effects of violence on children including greater risks of juvenile delinquency, cognitive and developmental problems, as well as fear, anxiety and guilt. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Core Values that in order to grow and thrive, individuals need caring relationships and a nurturing environment. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Sexual Assault Awareness Month_April 2024.pdf (104 KB) Subject 6. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe May 9, 2024, as Children's Mental Health Awareness Day Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: May 9, 2024, is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day which seeks to raise awareness on the importance of children’s mental health and show that positive mental health is essential to a child’s overall successful development. To raise awareness and support the mental health needs of our youth, I would like to request that the Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: Good mental health helps to ensure the academic success of students by improving public health, reducing absenteeism and advancing the well-being of students. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Core Values that in order to grow and thrive, individuals need caring relationships and a nurturing environment. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe May 9, 2024, as Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe May 9, 2094, as Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Children's Mental Health Awareness Day_April 2024.pdf (48 KB) Subject 7. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe May 8, 2024 as School Nurse Day Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: May 8, 2024, is National School Nurse Day in recognition of the specialty practice of school nursing. Healthy children learn better and miss less school due to illness. To recognize the valuable contributions of the 55 school district nurses in the lives of our children, their families and the entire community, I would like to request that the Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: School nurses help to ensure the academic success of students by improving public health, reducing absenteeism and advancing the well-being of students and staff. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Core Values that in order to grow and thrive, individuals need caring relationships and a nurturing environment. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe May 8, 2024, as School Nurse Day. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe May 8, 2024, as School Nurse Day. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments School Nurse Day_April 2024.pdf (43 KB) Subject 8. Request for the Adoption of the Proclamation to Observe May 6-10, 2024 as Teacher and Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Action, Proclamation Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: The first full week of May is designated as both National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week. Florida recognizes May as Teacher Appreciation Month to expand awareness of the important role teachers and substitute teachers play in the lives of students. Schools in St. Johns County celebrate this observance throughout the entire month. To recognize the valuable contributions of our teachers in the lives of our children, their families and the entire community, I would like to request that the Board adopt the following proclamation. Educational Impact: Teachers and substitute teachers challenge students to learn and improve the world around them, often influencing students beyond the classroom to foster life skills and build character for an educated and productive society. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's mission to inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this proclamation. Recommendation: Request for the adoption of the proclamation to observe May 6-10, 2024 as Teacher and Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week. Action Required: Adoption of the proclamation to observe May 6-10, 2024, as Teacher and Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Teacher Appreciation Week_April 2024.pdf (66 KB) Subject 9. Recognition of the 2024 Best Overall Project in the SJCSD National History Day Competition Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Recognition Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: Congratulations to Creekside High School seniors, Sohum Sheth and Paolo Passalacqua, for winning Best Overall Project in the St. Johns County School District National History Day competition. They each earned a $100 award from the St. Augustine Historical Society. In addition, their documentary, titled Thirty Days in July: Diplomacy to Desperation - The July Crisis, placed first in the Senior Group Documentary category. This year's National History Day theme was Turning Points in History . Students in grades 6-12 conducted research using primary and secondary sources on related topics to complete their projects. Sohum and Paolo will be joining fourteen other students from St. Johns County to compete in the Florida History Day competition May 5-7. First and second place state winners in each category will advance to the National History Day competition, held in College Park, Maryland in June. Laura Wynn and Tracy Melgard, SJCSD program specialists, are the co-directors of the district National History Day competition. Educational Impact: Participation in the History Fair provides students with career readiness skills including research, writing, speaking and creative thinking while embracing history. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Mission to inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this recognition. Recommendation: Acceptance of the recognition of the 2024 Best Overall Project in the SJCSD National History Day Competition . Action Required: There is no action required for this recognition. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Subject 10. Recognition of the 2024 All-County High School Art Exhibit Winners Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Recognition Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: The High School All-County Art Exhibit is a collaborative effort between the St. Johns County School District and the St. Augustine Art Association. The annual event showcases outstanding high school student art. Over 160 pieces were submitted for the exhibit by 29 art teachers from our district’s high schools. The students submit works in categories ranging from drawing, painting, ceramics and pottery to sculptural assemblages and digital media. The high school show is displayed in the main gallery of the St. Augustine Art Association annually during the month of March. Rebecca Williams, retired art teacher, curated the exhibit, and Joanne Crowder, SJCSD Fine Arts Program Specialist, coordinated the art show. Digital Art Honorable Mention・Alyssa Fisher・Pink to the Eye, 10th Grade, Tocoi Creek High School, Taught by J. Post 3rd Place・ Hunter Goss・The Unknown, 11th Grade, Ponte Vedra High School, Taught by L. Albritton 2nd Place・ Sharon Lin・Vitality: Growing Inside, 12th Grade, Tocoi Creek High School, Taught by J. Post 1st Place・ Hazel Grace Wallman・All Eyes on Me, 10th Grade, St. Augustine High School, Taught by M. Forsythe Ceramics/Pottery Honorable Mention Mallory Bullen・Physiognomy, 12th Grade, Bartram Trail High School, Taught by K. Tax 3rd Place・ Taylor Sexton・The Protector, 11th Grade, Bartram Trail High School, Taught by K. Tax 2nd Place・ Emerson Hardy・Melting, 12th Grade, Ponte Vedra High School, Taught by S. Llodra 1st Place・ Lillie Manning・Subsume, 11th Grade, Bartram Trail High School, Taught by K. Tax 3-D Mixed Media & Sculpture Honorable Mention Emily Churilla・Surging Back To My Childhood, 12th Grade, Nease High School, Taught by C. Haeick 3rd Place・ Emme Evans・Anxiety Within These Walls, 12th Grade, Nease High School, Taught by C. Haeick 2nd Place・ Jelana Stanic・Words of Nostalgia, 12th Grade, St. Augustine High School, Taught by M. Taylor Hicks 2nd Place・ Mylah Nunez・Ephemeral Tides, 11th Grade, Creekside High School, Taught by L. Cooper 1st Place・ Addison Bache・Book Bustier, 11th Grade, Beachside High School, Taught by R. Kurtz 2-D Mixed Media & Printmaking Honorable Mention Katherine Summerfield・A Guilded Burden, 10th Grade, Bartram Trail High School, Taught by D. Maynard 3rd Place・ Sophie Milagros de Haseth・"We rip out so much of ourselves to be cured of things faster than we should go bankrupt by the age of thirty. But to feel nothing, so as not to feel anything - what a waste." 12th Grade, Bartram Trail High School, Taught by R. Gonzalez 2nd Place・ Cole Shapiro・Collateral Damage, 11th Grade, Ponte Vedra High School, Taught by E. Consunji 1st Place・ Mallory Bullen・Mechanical Pension, 12th Grade, Bartram Trail High School, Taught by D. Clark Drawing Honorable Mention Alexandra Brockwell・Lines Across Time, 11th Grade, Ponte Vedra High School, Taught by E. Consunji 3rd Place・ Kenzie Lusk・Anglerfish, 9th Grade, Pedro Menendez Creek High School, Taught by D. Westfield 2nd Place・ Lily Poole・Deadline in Retrospect, 11th Grade, Nease High School, Taught by J. Sobol 1st Place・ Riley Brassfield・Solitude, 12th Grade, Ponte Vedra High School, Taught by E. Consunji Painting Honorable Mention Joy Domitrovic・Sunshine and Florals, 10th Grade, Creekside High School, Taught by C. Day 3rd Place・ Gabrielle Valentine・Colors of Serenity, 12th Grade, Nease High School, Taught by J. Sobol 2nd Place・ Rowan Pan・Sundays, 11th Grade, St. Augustine High School, Taught by K. Angus 1st Place・ Isabel Yang・Purity, 10th Grade, Ponte Vedra High School, Taught by E. Consunji Photography Honorable Mention Desiree' Weigle・Cathedral Void of Hue, 12th Grade, St. Augustine High School, Taught by M. Forsythe 3rd Place・ Nolan Myers・The Fog in Norway, 10th Grade, Beachside High School, Taught by R. Murphy 2nd Place・ Davi Silverman・Clouded, 10th Grade, Tocoi Creek High School, Taught by J. Cabrera 1st Place・ Eva Daniel・Two Sides to Relationships, 11th Grade, Bartram Trail High School, Taught by R. Gonzalez Best in Show ★ Sienna Predeek・New Year, New Me, Painting, 11th Grade, Tocoi Creek High School, Taught by J. Cabrera Educational Impact: Arts education is known to develop skills in critical and creative thinking, motivation, self-confidence, and the ability to communicate and cooperate effectively. Arts education also improves skills in other academic subjects such as mathematics, science, reading and writing. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Core Values that continuous learning is a lifelong process and is essential to a productive and enriched life. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this recognition. Recommendation: Acceptance of the recognition of the 2024 All-County High School Art Exhibit Winners. Action Required: There is no action required for this recognition. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Subject 11. Recognition of the 2023/2024 Winter State Athletic Champions Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category D. Awards, Recognitions, Resolutions, Proclamations and Presentations Type Recognition Background Information: The 2023/2024 Winter high school sports season saw several state champions who we are proud to recognize today for their accomplishments: Bartram Trail High School Creekside High School Ponte Vedra High School Chris Phelps, Principal Steve McCormick, Principal Dr. Fred Oberkehr, Principal Ben Windle, Athletic Director Luke Marabell, Athletic Director Michael Harrison, Athletic Director Large Varsity Competitive Cheer Girls' Soccer Girls' Soccer Elizabeth Bendinelli, Coach Danielle Parker, Coach Joe Soto, Head Coach Maddie Murray, Assistant Coach Lexie Mesick, Assistant Coach Alberto Sanda-Pita, Assistant Coach Dave Silverberg, Head Coach Joey Duncan, Assistant Coach Mecca Cobbin, Assistant Coach Ella Anderson Amber Amann Elle Anderson Reagan Anderson Jaclyn Bessman Grace Archer Allison Berry Gabby Camero Carson Beliakoff Julia Brodeur Hannah Campanaro Natalie Brooks Abby Camm Samantha Colvin Lulu Consunji Eliza Ceaser Payton Dorsett Hadley Conway Megan Ficklin Emma Dresback Jenny Dearie Hannah Grabill Brooke Godoy Katie DeVincentis Taylen Hunter Logan Griffin Raleigh Diebenow Laurin Lim Savannah Hartford Annabelle Giurato Bella Martelli Chloe Iliff Julia Gregory Victoria Mateo Alana Maki Quinlee Irwin Ava Pertile Ava Mark Rylee Irwin Josslyn Piersall Kennedy Maurer Audrey Johnson Kenlyn Prescott Braelyn McMillan Abby Kennedy Emmalee Reyes Lily Paisant Natalie McCann Mckenzie Saburn Lily Pierce Taylor McKeon Ella Schnapp Avery Robinson Lily Morse Cece Schulz Esther Sa Alex Patuel Taylor Shedlin Hailey Smith Grace Raymond Payton Thomson Skye Tumbelty Alexa Reinheimer Sarah Weisberg Alia Soares Bartram Trail High School Izzy Whitaker Chris Phelps, Principal Abby Wooten Ben Windle, Athletic Director Girls' Wrestling Individual State Champion Sam Harris, Coach Katherine Stewart Educational Impact: Participation in athletics helps students be physically active in a positive way which can help increase responsibility, build character and improve academic performance. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the district's Strategic Goal for well-rounded students to have an opportunity to demonstrate leadership and character, strengthen life skills and participate in service to the community. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact for this recognition. Recommendation: Acceptance of the recognition of the 2023/2024 Winter State Athletic Champions. Action Required: There is no action required for this recognition. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Christina H. Upchurch, Chief of Community Relations Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments E. Opening Comments - Board and Superintendent Subject 1. Invocation by Mrs. Bev Slough Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category E. Opening Comments - Board and Superintendent Type File Attachments Subject 2. Opening Comments by Board and Superintendent Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category E. Opening Comments - Board and Superintendent Type File Attachments Subject 3. Public Comment Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category E. Opening Comments - Board and Superintendent Type File Attachments F. Public Comment G. Approval of Consent Agenda Subject 1. Approval of Consent Agenda Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category G. Approval of Consent Agenda Type Action File Attachments H. Approval of School Board Meeting Minutes and School Board Travel Subject 1. Request for Approval of the Minutes for the March 5, 2024 School Board Workshop and March 12, 2024 School Board Meeting Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category H. Approval of School Board Meeting Minutes and School Board Travel Type Action File Attachments March 5, 2024 School Board Workshop.pdf (87 KB) March 12, 2024 School Board Meeting.pdf (171 KB) Subject 2. Request for Approval of Estimated School Board Member Travel Expenses Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category H. Approval of School Board Meeting Minutes and School Board Travel Type Action Background Information: School board members attend various conferences throughout the year in order to stay informed on local, state and national issues of concern for public education. Florida Statute 1001.39 (2019) requires that when a school board member travels outside of the district and requests reimbursement of travel expenses in excess of $500, they are required to obtain prior confirmation from the school board. The travel must be deemed official school board business and it must comply with the rules of the State Board of Education. Additionally, any request for travel outside the state must include an itemized list detailing all anticipated travel expenses, including, but not limited to, the anticipated costs of all means of travel, lodging, and subsistence. Ms. Jennifer Collins will attend the 2024 Florida School Board Association Advanced School Finance Forum, held in Gainesville, Florida from April 18-19, 2024. The estimated total travel expenses, which include registration ($524), hotel ($320), mileage to conference ($100), and meals ($60), is not to exceed $1004.00. Mr. Anthony Coleman will attend the 2024 Florida School Board Association Advanced School Finance Forum, held in Gainesville, Florida from April 18-19, 2024. The estimated total travel expenses, which include registration ($395), hotel ($178), mileage to conference ($77), and meals ($30), is not to exceed $680.00. Educational Impact: Supports the school district mission and vision. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the strategies/tactics of the school board and superintendent to align all decisions in the best interest of the students. Fiscal Impact: Funding for school board member travel is provided through the school board department's operating budget. Recommendation: Approval of estimated school board member travel expenses. Action Required: Approval of the superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Tim Forson, Superintendent of Schools Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments I. Superintendent - Consent J. Superintendent - Action K. School Board Attorney - Consent L. School Board Attorney - Action M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Subject 1. Request for Approval of Appointments Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: In compliance with Florida Statue 1012.22, employment action shall be recommended by the Superintendent and submitted for approval by the Board of Education. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of Appointments employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel George Mastoridis, Director, Non-Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Appointments April 2024.pdf (507 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 2. Request for Approval of Transfers Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: In compliance with Florida Statute 1012.22, employment action shall be recommended by the Superintendent and submitted for approval by the Board of Education. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of Transfers employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel George Mastoridis, Director, Non- Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Transfers April 2024.pdf (232 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 3. Request for Approval of Leaves Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: In compliance with Florida Statute 1012.22, employment action shall be recommended by the Superintendent and submitted for approval by the Board of Education. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of Leaves employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel George Mastoridis, Director, Non-Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Leaves April 2024.pdf (271 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 4. Request for Approval of Resignations, Retirements and Terminations Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Background Information: In compliance with Florida Statute 1012.22, employment action shall be recommended by the Superintendent and submitted for approval by the Board of Education . Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of Resignations Retirements and Terminations employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel George Mastoridis, Director, Non-Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Resignations Retirements Terminations April 2024.pdf (312 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 5. Request for Approval of Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: In compliance with Florida Statute 1012.22, employment action shall be recommended by the Superintendent and submitted for approval by the Board of Education. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors in the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel George Mastoridis, Director, Non-Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) April 2024.pdf (177 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 6. Request Approval of Guest Teachers Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals 1.0 Strategy 1: (Goal A, C, and D) Using a comprehensive recruitment approach, Human Resources will recruit high quality personnel in all employee groups (Administrative, Teachers, and Non-Instructional). Background Information: St. Johns County School District Guest Teachers must hold an education degree. New Guest Teachers are required to attend a one (1) day Guest Teacher Training class and complete a shadowing program with a current substitute who has been approved for this program by the Human Resources Department. The following Guest Teacher applicants have completed the two step training and required fingerprinting clearance. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors in the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of Guest Teachers employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of Superintendent's recommendation . Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Guest Teachers April 2024.pdf (175 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 7. Request for Approval of Out-Of-Field Teachers Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals HR-6 Out of Field Teachers Background Information: Professional employees who are teaching a subject that is not currently on their State of Florida Teacher certificate are considered Out-Of-Field. They are required to sign an agreement to complete the State guidelines to become certified within the field they are teaching. Parents are notified of the Out-Of-Field placement by each school, and the recommendation of this placement must be approved by the Board. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District when the regular classroom teacher is not available and a substitute must be used. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of the Out-Of-Field employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Out of Field April 2024.pdf (174 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 8. Request for Approval of New Job Descriptions Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals 1.4 Provide Hiring Authorities with a Pool of Certified/Qualified Candidates for Open Positions Background Information: In an ongoing process to keep job descriptions up to date, Transportation and the Human Resources Department request approval of the following job descriptions. The new job descriptions will enhance operations along with accurately describing the duties of the positions. New Job Descriptions Security Guard - Technical College (FCTC) Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong leaning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: This recommendation is within the budget parameters established by the St. Johns County School Board. Recommendation: Approval of New Job Descriptions employment action as exhibited. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Chris Cothron, Director of FCTC Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Security Guard FCTC Final April 2024.pdf (509 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 9. Request for Approval of Renewal Agreement with University of North Florida, Brooks College of Health Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals STRATEGY 1: (Goals A, C and D) 2018-2019 HR - Using a comprehensive recruitment approach, HR will recruit qualified personnel in all employee groups (Administrative, Teachers and Non-Instructional) Background Information: An important part of the education and training for a future teacher is the completion of an intern program. The St. Johns County School District supports the intern programs of colleges through placement of interns within District classrooms. The District and Brooks College of Health at UNF, providing the interns, set forth guidelines for supervising teachers and interns through the following agreement. This Affiliation Agreement renews our contract with this college for an additional three years. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's mission statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact to the District. Recommendation: Approval of Agreement with Brooks College of Health at UNF. Action Required: Approval of Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Parker Raimann, Director, Instructional Personnel Wayne King, Associate Superintendent of Human Resources & Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments University of North Florida Brooks College Renewal April 2024.pdf (1,022 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 10. Request for Approval of 2024-2025 MOU with St. Johns County and The University of North Florida Board of Trustees Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category M. Personnel/Human Resources - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals STRATEGY 1: (Goals A, C and D) 2018-2019 HR - Using a comprehensive recruitment approach, HR will recruit qualified personnel in all employee groups (Administrative, Teachers and Non-Instructional) Background Information: An important part of the education and training for a future teacher is the completion of an intern program. The St. Johns County School District supports the intern programs of colleges through placement of interns within District classrooms. The District and University of North Florida providing the interns, set forth guidelines for supervising teachers and interns through the following agreement. This MOU continues practices that we have already put in place in SJCSD and has shown success: Resident Clinical Educator position and allowing our UNF interns to substitute for up to 5 days throughout their internship. Educational Impact: Approval of this recommendation will provide for the continued delivery of services to students, staff and community of the St. Johns County School District. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's mission statement in providing highly qualified staff to help inspire in all students good character and a passion for lifelong learning, creating educated and caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact to the District. Recommendation: Approval of Agreement with University of North Florida. Action Required: Approval of Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Frank Upchurch, School Board Attorney Wayne King, Associate Super intendent of Human Resources and Federal Programs Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments 2024-2025 SJCSD & UNF MOU April 2024.pdf (555 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. N. Personnel/Human Resources - Action O. Academic Services - Consent Subject 1. Request for Approval of Field Studies Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category O. Academic Services - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals 2019-2020 - Academic & Student Services - Strategy 1 (Goals A, C and D) Background Information: Field studies are planned to be an extension of the grade level curriculum outside the regular classroom and/or to support the athletic programs offered at the participating schools. Before being presented to the Board, each field study is reviewed for appropriate curriculum validity and safety issues. Field studies list provided under separate cover. Educational Impact: Approval of the field studies as presented will provide for the continued delivery of services to students through the extension of their curriculum outside the regular classroom. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the District's Mission Statement to inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated and caring contributors to the world, through the extension of their classroom curriculum. Fiscal Impact: No fiscal impact on the district level budget. Funds are paid through internal accounts at the school level. Recommendation: Approval of field studies. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Dawn Sapp, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Michael Degutis, Chief of Staff Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 2. Request for Approval of School Camps Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category O. Academic Services - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals GM-1 Mission Statement Background Information: Camps are planned to be an extension of the grade level curriculum outside of the regular classroom and/or to support the programs offered at the participating schools. Before being presented to the Board, each camp is reviewed for appropriate budget validity. Support documents are attached for each camp presented. Educational Impact: Approval of the camps as presented will provide for the continued delivery of services to students through the extension of their curriculum outside the regular classroom. Strategic Plan Impact: Supports the St. Johns County School District Mission Statement to inspire good character and a passion for lifelong learning in all students, creating educated caring contributors to the world. Fiscal Impact: No fiscal impact on the District level budget. Funds are paid through Internal Accounts at the school level. Recommendation: Approval of School Camps. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Paul Abbatinozzi, Associate Superintendent for Student Support Services Michael Degutis, Chief of Staff Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Approval of School Camp April 2024.pdf (8,280 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 3. Request for Approval of the Charter School Renewal Contract between The Arc of the St. Johns, Inc., d/b/a St. Johns Community Campus (SJCC) for a period of Five Years. Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category O. Academic Services - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals GG&C-11 Charter School Renewal Process Plan Background Information: This item is required in order to renew the current Charter Contract between the St. Johns County School District and The Arc of the St. Johns, Inc., a Florida not-for profit corporation d/b/a St. Johns Community Campus (SJCC) and for them to continue to operate their charter school under the provisions of Florida Statue 1002.33. Educational Impact: SJCC targets the population of students eligible for services through the St. Johns County School District Exceptional Student Education Department. These students have deferred receipt of their diploma or are not seeking a diploma but are pursuing a non-academic pathway focused on independent functioning and life skills. Strategic Plan Impact: Students with developmental delays and disabilities will be in a learning environment adapt to address their particular education needs. Fiscal Impact: There is no financial impact to the St. Johns County School District. Recommendation: Approval of the Charter School Renewal Contract between The Arc of the St. Johns, Inc., d/b/a St. Johns Community Campus (SJCC) for a period of Five Years. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Kim Bays, Director for Guidance and Choice Paul Abbatinozzi, Associate Superintendent for Student Support Services Michael Degutis, Chief of Staff Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments DRAFT SJCC Executed Contract 8.2019[11160].pdf (6,432 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 4. Request for Approval of the Charter School Renewal Contract between The Arc of the St. Johns, Inc., d/b/a Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC) for a period of Five Years. Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category O. Academic Services - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals GG&C-11 Charter School Renewal Process Plan Background Information: This renewal application is the initial document necessary in order to renew the current Charter between St. Johns County School District and The ARC of the St. Johns, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation d/b/a Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC). A charter contract must then be successfully negotiated for TLC to continue to operate their charter school for ages three (3) to five (5) years under the provisions of Florida Statute 1002.33 The current charter contract expires on June 30, 2029. Educational Impact: The TLC provides early intervention and early learning opportunities for children with developmental delays or disabilities from age three (3) to five (5) years of age. Strategic Plan Impact: Children with developmental delays and disabilities will be in a learning environment adapted to address their particular educational needs. Fiscal Impact: There is no financial impact to the St. Johns County School District. Recommendation: Approval of the Renewal Contract between the St. Johns County School District and The ARC of the St. Johns, Inc., d/b/a Therapeutic Learning Center. Action Required: Approval of the Superintendent's recommendation. Drafted, reviewed and submitted by: Kim Bays, Director for Guidance and Choice Paul Abbatinozzi, Associate Superintendent for Student Support Services Michael Degutis, Chief of Staff Sincerely, Tim Forson Superintendent of Schools File Attachments TLC 2019 Signed Renewal Contract.pdf (6,004 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Subject 5. Request for Approval of the 2023-24 Composition Rosters for School Advisory Councils Meeting Apr 9, 2024 - REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Category O. Academic Services - Consent Type Action (Consent) Goals STRATEGY 1: (Goal D) 2018-2019 CR - We will continue to embrace technology to effectively communicate with families, students, employees and community members by researching and seeking the best available communication methods Background Information: A School Advisory Council (SAC) is a group intended to represent the broad school community and those persons closest to the students who will share responsibility for guiding the school toward continuous improvement. Florida Statute requires that district school boards review and approve the composition of School Advisory Councils each year. The attached SAC Composition Rosters, by school, have been reviewed by the department of Planning, Accountability and Assessment and they meet the following criteria: At least 51 percent of the membership must consist of parents/community members not employed by the District. Membership must approximately reflect the racial composition of the community. Membership must approximately reflect the socioeconomic composition of the community. Appropriately balanced number of teachers, education support employees, students, parents, and other business and community members. High schools must include student representation. If a school did not meet any of the above criteria, a letter from the school principal explaining the efforts that the school has made thus far in meeting these requirements is included along with the school roster. Ed

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