THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M.

2 Tuesday, July 14, 2026 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY Regular Meeting - July 14, 2026 School Board Room - 5:00 p.m. 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order and Welcome Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will call the meeting to order and extend greetings. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. File Attachments Subject 1.3 Kids at Hope Treasure Hunters' Pledge Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will lead the Kids at Hope Treasure Hunters Pledge. File Attachments 2. PUBLIC HEARING Subject 2.1 Proposed Amendments to Policy #2120 – School Improvement; Policy #2125 – School Advisory Councils for School Improvement and Accountability; Policy #3242 – Professional Learning; and Policy #9271 – Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 2. PUBLIC HEARING Type Action, Discussion Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board adopt the proposed amendments to Policy #2120 – School Improvement; Policy #2125 – School Advisory Councils for School Improvement and Accountability; Policy #3242 – Professional Learning; and Policy #9271 – Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The School Board will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed amendments to Policy #2120 – School Improvement; Policy #2125 – School Advisory Councils for School Improvement and Accountability; Policy #3242 – Professional Learning; and Policy #9271 – Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students. Following the public hearing, the Superintendent will make a recommendation as to adoption of the same. Submitted By: Barbara L. Sadaka, General Counsel (and Chairman of Policy Review Committee) Contact: Dr. Helen Wild, Deputy Superintendent Financial Implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 6.08.26--Policy 2120 (School Improvement).pdf (78 KB) 6.08.26--Policy 2125 (School Advisory Councils for School Improvement & Accountability).pdf (97 KB) 6.08.26--Policy 3242 (Professional Learning).pdf (123 KB) 6.08.26--Policy 9271 (Personalized Education Programs PEP Students).pdf (108 KB) 3. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Subject 3.1 2026 SLPS State Assessment Results Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 3. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Type Report, Presentation Description: Dr. Craig Sommer, Chief of Schools, will provide a presentation of the 2026 St. Lucie Public Schools' state assessment results. Submitted by: Dr. Adrian Ocampo, Executive Director, Accountability and Assessment Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 4. EASL REPORT Subject 4.1 EASL Reports/Comments Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 4. EASL REPORT Type Report File Attachments 5. CWA REPORT Subject 5.1 CWA Reports/Comments Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 5. CWA REPORT Type Report File Attachments 6. CONSENT AGENDA Subject 6.1 Adoption of Consent Agenda Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action, Discussion Recommended Action There is a motion and second to adopt the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Subject 6.2 Superintendent's Recommendation for Approval of Consent Agenda Items Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action (Consent), Discussion Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. File Attachments Subject 6.3 Remove Items from Consent Agenda for Discussion Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action, Procedural, Discussion Recommended Action Action is at the Board's discretion. File Attachments 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Subject 7.1 Payment of Bills May 2026 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Payment of Bills for the month of May 2026, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Payment of Bills report for the month of May 2026 is presented for Board action. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O’Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: There is a financial impact on the Board agenda item presented. See attached Sequential Check Listing report of May 2026. File Attachments Payment of Bills - May 2026.pdf (385 KB) Subject 7.2 Monthly Financial Reports May 2026 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Monthly Financial Reports for May 2026, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Monthly Financial Reports for May 2026 are presented for Board action as required by State Board Rules 6A-1.008. Attached are the Revenue and Expense Summary reports for May 2026. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Expense Report-May 2026.pdf (117 KB) Revenue Report-May 2026.pdf (43 KB) Subject 7.3 Adams Remco Lease Agreement for the Creative Arts Academy, White City Elementary and Treasure Coast High School Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Adams Remco Leases on behalf of the Creative Arts Academy, White City Elementary and Treasure Coast High School, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: It is requested that the Board approve copier/printer/scanner equipment lease agreement with Adams Remco Leases on behalf of Creative Arts Academy, White City Elementary and Treasure Coast High School as presented and attached to the agenda. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: Creative Arts Academy Savin IM 2500A and Savin IM C2500 - Restructured Lease 3727E7400 6420 0051 93190 $ 125.00/monthly $ 1,500.00/annually 1000E5100 3902 0051 10100 Click Charges $ 1,400.00/annually Toshiba 4528A 3727E7400 6420 0051 93190 $ 159.89/monthly $ 1,918.68/annually 1000E5100 3902 0051 10100 Click charges $1,500.00/annually White City Elementary School Toshiba 4528A – Monochrome Device 3727E7400 6420 0031 93190 $ 129.84/monthly $1,558.00/annually 1000E5100 3902 0031 10100 Click Charges $ 988.80/annually Riso 5130 EIIU 3727E7400 6420 0031 93190 $119.48/monthly $1,433.76/annually 1000E5100 3902 0031 10100 Click Charges $ 700.00/annually Treasure Coast High School (15) Richo IM4000 – New Restructured Lease 3727E7400 6420 0411 93190 $1,854.47/monthly $22,253.64/annually 1000E5100 3902 0411 10100 Click charges $7,000.00/annually (2) Riso 5130 EIIU 3727E7400 6420 0411 93190 $238.96/monthly $2,867.52/annually 1000E5100 3902 0411 10100 Click charges $1,080.00/annually File Attachments Adams Remco Creative Arts July 2026.pdf (340 KB) Adams Remco Creative Arts Board July 2026 2.pdf (296 KB) Adams Remco White City Board Agenda July 2026.pdf (1,895 KB) Adams Remco White City #2 July 2026.pdf (1,907 KB) Adams Remco Treasure Coast July 2026.pdf (1,753 KB) Adams Remco Treasure Coast #2 July 2026.pdf (2,053 KB) Subject 7.4 JCM Copier Lease for Fort Pierce Central High School Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the JCM Copier lease on behalf of the Fort Pierce Central High, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: It is requested that the Board approve a copier/printer/scanner equipment lease agreement with JCM Copiers on behalf of Fort Pierce Central High School, as presented and attached to the agenda. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: Fort Pierce Central High School (59) Epson EMC800 (2) Epson AMM5500 3727E7400 6420 0161 93190 $1,475.00/monthly $17,700.00/annually 1000E5100 3902 0161 10100 Click charges Estimate of $ 2,500.00/annually File Attachments JCM Fort Pierce Central July 2026.pdf (861 KB) Subject 7.5 Authorization to Advertise Public Hearing to Adopt Tentative Millages and Tentative Budget FY 2026-2027 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve and authorize legal advertisements to notify the public of the Board's intent to hold a public hearing to adopt the tentative millages and tentative budget for the fiscal year 2026-2027, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Section 200.065, Florida Statutes, (The Truth-In-Millage, or "TRIM" Statute) requires that the Board publish specific advertisements to notify the public of the Board's intent to hold a public hearing to adopt the tentative millages and tentative budget for the fiscal year 2026-2027. To comply with this, the Superintendent requests approval to publish the required advertisements (additional information attached). The advertisements are scheduled to run as per F.S. 200.065. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, (772) 429-3970 Financial implications: The estimated cost to run the advertisements is $2,160 (cost strip 1000E7500 3900 0554 21931 from the general fund budget). File Attachments Board Approval - Advertisement 2026-2027 for Agenda (07 02 26).pdf (110 KB) 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Subject 8.1 Declaration of Surplus Property - Damaged, Broken, Lost and Obsolete Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board declare the attached list of damaged, broken, lost and/or obsolete equipment as surplus property and authorize staff to dispose of the property in a manner consistent with law. Description: Attached is a list of property which has been damaged, broken, obsolete, lost/missing or no longer of use to the District from the following locations: AG FARM Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie (CAST) Career & Technical Education (CTE) Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Forest Grove Middle School Ft. Pierce Central High School Information Technology Services (ITS) Lakewood Park Elementary Maintenance Personnel Port St. Lucie High School The audit procedure utilizes the Fixed Asset Specialist as the primary auditor (with each site assisting in the location of items). The attached lists not only include broken, damaged and obsolete items, but also lost items. All items have reached full depreciation. The items are obsolete or broken and not able to be repaired. AUTHORITY FOR ACTION: Florida Statutes 274.05 and 274.06 Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations, (772) 429-3980 Financial implications: The Board may realize an amount of revenue through a bid auction which cannot be determined at this time, or property may be donated to non-profit organizations or combination of donations and surplus sale. Funding source: There are no financial implications to the Board. This agenda item will not require the expenditure of funds. File Attachments June 2026 Disposals.pdf (161 KB) Subject 8.2 ITB 26-19 Fire Alarm Testing, Inspection & Repair Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board award ITB 26-19 to the lowest, responsive and responsible vendor(s) listed below, and authorize the Purchasing Department to renew the contract for three (3) additional one year periods contingent upon annual appropriations and contract performance review, the initial contract term of which shall commence July 15, 2026 through July 14, 2027 with Option Year 1 - July 15, 2027 through July 14, 2028; Option Year 2 - July 15, 2028 through July 14, 2029 and Option Year 3 - July 15, 2029 through July 14, 2030, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: This invitation to bid (ITB) is to provide fire alarm testing, inspection and repair services. 99 suppliers were notified of the bid solicitation. Four (4) responses were received. The tabulation is attached for review. AUTHORITY FOR ACTION: Florida Administrative Code 6A-1.012, Florida Statute 287.057. Vendor Recommended for Award: Line Item A1 – Testing & Inspection Johnson Control Fire Protection The vendor listed below is awarded as an alternate for Line Item A1 in the event the first ranked vendor is unable to fulfill contract requirements: Everon, LLC Line Items B2-3, C4 – Repair Services, Materials & Equipment: Line items 2-4 will be awarded to two (2) contractors, one (1) primary and one (1) alternate. The primary contractor will be requested to perform the work required for projects with an estimated cost of $3,000.00 or less. Each project estimated to be over $3,000.00 will be given to all awarded contractors to quote as specified. The quote most advantageous to the Board, at its sole discretion, will be selected. Everon, LLC – Primary WSA Systems Boca, LLC - Alternate The initial term contract shall commence on July 15, 2026 through July 14, 2027. Option Year 1 - July 15, 2027 through July 14, 2028 Option Year 2 - July 15, 2028 through July 14, 2029 Option Year 3 - July 15, 2029 through July 14, 2030 Submitted By: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Prepared By: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations, 772-429-3980 Financial Implications: The estimated annual costs for fire alarm testing and inspection are $70,000, for the initial year (renewal increases up to 3% each year). Service and repairs are done on an as needed basis, so the amount is undetermined at this time. The services will be paid using general funds (1000E8100 3900 0502 A5100). File Attachments ITB 26-19 Fire Alarm Testing Inspection & Repair.pdf (810 KB) ITB 26-19 Intent to Award.pdf (236 KB) ITB 26-19 Tabulation.pdf (296 KB) 9. Consent Agenda - Deputy Superintendent Subject 9.1 School Calendar 2027-2028 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 9. Consent Agenda - Deputy Superintendent Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the 2027 - 2028 school calendar, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The School Calendar for 2027-2028 is presented for Board Approval. Submitted by: Dr. Adrian Ocampo, Executive Director of Assessment & Accountability Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 2027-2028 Calendar Final 6.18.2026 (3) (2).pdf (797 KB) Subject 9.2 Consideration and Approval of the Application for a Charter for Florida Training Services Technical College Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 9. Consent Agenda - Deputy Superintendent Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Charter Application for Florida Training Services Technical College, to open August 2027, for adult workforce education, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Consideration and Approval of the attached Application for a Charter for Florida Training Services Technical College. Submitted by: Dr. Helen Wild, Deputy Superintendent Contact person: Bridgette Hargadine, Administrator on Special Assignment Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board at this time. File Attachments FTSTC Application Binder.pdf (13,346 KB) FTSTC Application Evaluation 6.15.26.pdf (357 KB) 10. Consent Agenda - Exceptional Student Education Subject 10.1 Student Affiliation Agreement with Baylor University for Clinical Learning Experience Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 10. Consent Agenda - Exceptional Student Education Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Student Affiliation Agreement with Baylor University for Clinical Learning Experience, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Student Affiliation Agreement with Baylor University to facilitate clinical learning experiences, enabling interns to observe professional practices and acquire practical fieldwork experience. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Stu. Afil. Baylor University.pdf (1,164 KB) Subject 10.2 Agreement with the City of Port St. Lucie for Student Perks - Coffee Cart Program 2026-2027 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 10. Consent Agenda - Exceptional Student Education Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Agreement with the City of Port St. Lucie for the Student Perks - Coffee Cart Program during the 2026-2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: This Agreement is a collaborative effort with the City of Port St. Lucie and the School Board's local high schools to provide on-the-job experience for students with disabilities. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments City of PSL Coffee Cart.pdf (978 KB) Subject 10.3 Cooperative Agreement with the Florida Department of Health for Professional Services Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 10. Consent Agenda - Exceptional Student Education Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Cooperative Agreement with the Florida Department of Health for professional services for the 2026-2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Cooperative Agreement between the School Board and the Department of Health (DOH) to support the school nursing program. The Board will contribute $365,000 annually to the DOH to support nine Registered Nurses and one Nursing Supervisor to oversee the school-based health clinics and their delegation to the unlicensed auxiliary personnel, such as health paraprofessionals working in the health clinics. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education Financial implications: $365,000 for 1000E6130 3110 0512 11003 File Attachments DOH Agreement 26-27.pdf (649 KB) Subject 10.4 Agreement regarding Roles and Responsibilities for Project SEARCH Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 10. Consent Agenda - Exceptional Student Education Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Agreement regarding the Roles and Responsibilities for Project SEARCH in partnership with EmployU Inc., Martin Memorial Medical Center, Inc., d/b/a Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Agreement to collaborate and cooperate with Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital and EmployU Inc., working in partnership to increase opportunities for jobseekers with disabilities. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Project SEARCH 26-27.pdf (588 KB) Project SEARCH Exhibit A.pdf (1,186 KB) 11. Consent Agenda - Growth Management Subject 11.1 Facilities Use Agreements for Before and After Care Services Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 11. Consent Agenda - Growth Management Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Facilities Use Agreements for before and after care services, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Our Community Partners and St. Lucie Public Schools have partnered throughout the years to provide before & after care services as well as summer camp programs for our students at several of our school locations. This agreement will allow our Community Partners to provide their before & after care services and programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Submitted by: Terence O'Leary, Chief Operations Officer Contact person: Nicole Fogarty, Director of Growth Management, Land Acquisitions, & Intergovernmental Relations Financial implications: As per the FUA, each entity will be invoiced the facility fee as provided within their respective agreements. File Attachments YMCA 26.27 SY Before and Aftercare Agreement (3).docx (47 KB) Loving Care 26.27 SY Before and After Care Agreement.docx (59 KB) Boys and Girls Club 26.27 SY Before and After Care Agreement (1).docx (60 KB) 12. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Subject 12.1 Letter of Understanding Regarding the Wellness Incentive Program for the 2026-2027 School Year - CWA Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Letter of Understanding between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Communication Workers of America, Local 3181 (CWA), regarding the Wellness Incentive Program for the 2026-2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The attached letter of understanding is a tentative agreement between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Communication Workers of America, Local 3181 (CWA), regarding the Wellness Incentive Program for the 2026-2027 school year. The program will reward participants' points based on the Incentive Program Activities and Points Schedule. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez Jr., Executive Director, Human Resources Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments LOU - CWA Wellness Incentive Program 2026-2027 052026 SIGNED.pdf (887 KB) Subject 12.2 St. Petersburg College Affiliation Agreement Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Affiliation Agreement with St. Petersburg College, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Affiliation Agreement with St. Petersburg College is to provide clinical education experience for teacher interns. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez Jr., Executive Director, Human Resources Contact person: Mollie Boone, Coordinator, Retention and Recruitment Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments SLPS - SPC - Agreement for Signature.pdf (487 KB) Subject 12.3 Letter of Understanding Regarding Dale Cassens Educational Complex (DCEC), Data House, and Detention Center Differentiated Salary Adjustment - EASL CTA/CU Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Letter of Understanding between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Education Association of St. Lucie (EASL), regarding a differentiated salary adjustment for Dale Cassens Educational Complex, Data House, and Detention Center, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The attached Letter of Understanding is a tentative agreement between St. Lucie Public Schools and the Education Association of St. Lucie (EASL), regarding incentive pay for teachers, clerical staff, and teacher's aides assigned full-time to Dale Cassens Educational Complex, Data House, and Detention Center. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez Jr., Executive Director of Human Resources Contact person: Dr. Helen Wild, Deputy Superintendent File Attachments LOU - CTA and CU DCEC Differentiated Salary Adjustment 2026-2027 062926.pdf (431 KB) Subject 12.4 Human Resources Actions Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the attached personnel action items report, including leaves, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Agenda pertains to all personnel action matters/items that require Board approval. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez, Jr., Executive Director, Human Resources Financial implications: The attached HR action items are budgeted in various accounts. File Attachments 07.14.26 Final Agenda2.pdf (213 KB) 07.14.26 Agenda Items.pdf (1,491 KB) Routing List 26-27 071326.pdf (141 KB) 13. Consent Agenda - Information & Instructional Technology (IT) Subject 13.1 Ellevation Education, Inc. /Curriculum Associates, LLC - Software Subscription Agreement for 2026-2027 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 13. Consent Agenda - Information & Instructional Technology (IT) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board authorize and sign the contract agreement for the 2026-2027 subscription service for all District School sites to Ellevation Education platform, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: On June 10th, 2025, the Board previously approved the prior contract agreement for Ellevation Education, Inc. This contract as presented provides for the renewal of the application & support services for the 2026-2027 school year. Ellevation is an online system that supports school ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) contacts with the management of ESOL compliance documentation. It organizes student data, supports with critical ELL committee meetings, and enables our District to meet audit expectations. Submitted by: Terence O'Leary, Chief Operations Officer Contact person: Aleida Trinidad, Coordinator of English Language Learners and Translation Services Financial implications: This contract provides for the 2026-2027 calendar year subscription renewal of Ellevation Education. Total Cost = $103,065.60 Funds to be budgeted for this expense from the following cost strip: 3980E 7400 6920 0528 93192 00000 00000 File Attachments Ellevation - St Lucie Renewal 2026 - 2027.pdf (667 KB) 26 CA_Ellevation Sole Source.pdf (82 KB) SLPS Ellevation Agreement 06-22-2026(FINAL)CAsigned (2).pdf (1,191 KB) Subject 13.2 Discovery Education, Inc - Mosaic Digital Academy addendum for 2026-2028 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 13. Consent Agenda - Information & Instructional Technology (IT) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board authorize and sign the Mosaic Digital Academy add-on addendum for 2026-2028 with Discovery Education, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Board previously approved a two-year renewal agreement with Discovery Education, Inc on May 12, 2026. This contract addendum provides for the additional site location supporting Mosaic Digital Academy. The attached proposal co-terms with the existing agreement allowing continued subscription services through June 30, 2028. Discovery Education provides immediate access to a wide variety of videos, lessons, images and audio covering nearly all of the Florida Standards. Submitted by: Terence O'Leary, Chief Operations Officer Contact person: Nile Gentry, NIO & Telecommunications Manager Financial implications: This contract provides for a two-year subscription to Discovery Education Experience for Mosaic Digital Academy at an amount of $4,500.00. Total Cost for 2026-2027 = $4,500.00 Funds to be budgeted for this expense from the following cost strip: 3980E 7400 6920 0528 93192 00000 00000 File Attachments DiscoveryED - Mosaic Digital Academy - FL_SCHOOL BOARD OF SAINT LUCIE COUNTY_2026-2028_OPTY754724_Q-651417.pdf (119 KB) 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Subject 14.1 26-27 Food Service Contract with St. Anastasia School Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the 2026 - 2027 Food Service contract between St. Lucie County School Board and St. Anastasia School, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: 26-27 Food Service Contract with St. Anastasia School Submitted by: Deborah Wuest, Director, Child Nutrition Services Financial implications: Expenditures and revenue will be budgeted through the 4100 food service account. File Attachments 2627 St Anastasia Food Service ContractBOARD.pdf (236 KB) Subject 14.2 26-27 Food Service Contract with Renaissance Charter of St. Lucie Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the 2026 - 2027 Food Service contract between St. Lucie County School Board and Renaissance Charter of St. Lucie, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: 26-27 Food Service Contract with Renaissance Charter of St. Lucie Submitted by: Deborah Wuest, Director, Child Nutrition Services Financial implications: Expenditures and revenue will be budgeted through the 4100 food service account. File Attachments SY 26.27 RCS FOOD SERVICE CONTRACT (1) (003) (3).pdf (210 KB) Subject 14.3 26-27 Food Service Contract with Renaissance Charter Tradition Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the 2026 - 2027 Food Service contract between St. Lucie School Board and Renaissance Charter Tradition, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: 26-27 Food Service Contract with Renaissance Charter of Tradition Submitted by: Deborah Wuest, Director, Child Nutrition Services Financial implications: Expenditures and revenue will be budgeted through the 4100 food service account. File Attachments SY 26.27 RCT FOOD SERVICE CONTRACT (1) (002) (1).pdf (209 KB) Subject 14.4 26-27 Food Service Contract with Somerset of St Lucie Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board Approve the Food Service contract between St. Lucie School Board and Somerset of St. Lucie, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: 26-27 Food Service Contract with Somerset of St Lucie Submitted by: Deborah Wuest, Director, Child Nutrition Services Financial implications: Expenditures and revenue will be budgeted through the 4100 food service account. File Attachments 2627 SSOSL FOOD SERVICE CONTRACT - SASL 0703 (1).pdf (193 KB) Subject 14.5 26-27 Food Service Contract with Destined for Greatness Christian Academy Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the 2026 - 2027 Food Service contract between St. Lucie County School Board and Destined for Greatness Christian Academy, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: 26-27 Food Service Contract with Destined for Greatness Christian Academy Submitted by: Deborah Wuest, Director, Child Nutrition Services Financial implications: Expenditures and revenue will be budgeted through the 4100 food service account. File Attachments 2627 DFGCA food service contract 26-27.pdf (282 KB) Subject 14.6 26-27 Food Service Contract with Hillcrest Charter Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Food Service contract between St. Lucie County School Board and Hillcrest Charter, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: 26-27 Food Service Contract with Hillcrest Charter Submitted by: Deborah Wuest, Director, Child Nutrition Services Financial implications: Expenditures and revenue will be budgeted through the 4100 food service account. File Attachments 2627 HCA FOOD SERVICE CONTRACT.pdf (644 KB) Subject 14.7 2627 Food Service Contract with Treasure Coast School for Autism Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Information & IT - Food Service Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Food Service contract between St. Lucie County School Board and Treasure Coast School for Autism, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: 26-27 Food Service Contract with Treasure Coast School for Autism Submitted by: Deborah Wuest, Director, Child Nutrition Services Financial implications: Expenditures and revenue will be budgeted through the 4100 food service account. File Attachments 2627 TCSA FOOD SERVICE CONTRACT.pdf (1,314 KB) 15. Consent Agenda - Minutes Subject 15.1 June 09, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. Consent Agenda - Minutes Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the June 09, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Minutes, as submitted. File Attachments Subject 15.2 June 23, 2026, Work Session Meeting Minutes Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. Consent Agenda - Minutes Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the June 23, 2026, Work Session Meeting Minutes, as submitted. File Attachments 16. Consent Agenda - Student Services Subject 16.1 School Calendar for Alternative Education Programs 2026-2027 - Department of Juvenile Justice, Data House, Rock Road Academy and Acceleration Academies Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 16. Consent Agenda - Student Services Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the School Calendars for the Alternative Education Programs for the 2026 - 2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Alternative Education programs operate on a full year calendar. The proposed calendars for the 2026 - 2027 school year for Department of Juvenile Justice, Data House, Rock Road Academy and Acceleration Academies are attached. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Contact person: Amber Minarchick, Director, Alternative Education Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 2026-2027 DJJ Calendar.pdf (521 KB) 2026-2027 Data House Calendar.pdf (528 KB) 2026-2027 Rock Road Academy Calendar.pdf (515 KB) SLAA 2026-2027 School Calendar .pdf (88 KB) Subject 16.2 Renewal of Cooperative Agreement with the Mental Health Collaborative Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 16. Consent Agenda - Student Services Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the renewal of the Cooperative Agreement with the Mental Health Collaborative, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: This Agreement provides for a collaborative process between the public school system and the local mental health agencies to assist in the referral and acquisition of Mental Health Services for children. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Contact person: Esther Rivera, Director, Student Services Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Mental Health Collab. 26-27.pdf (879 KB) Subject 16.3 Franklin Learning Center d/b/a Little Scholars Academy Professional Services (Daycare) Agreement Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 16. Consent Agenda - Student Services Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Franklyn Learning Center d/b/a Little Scholars Academy, LLC, Professional Services Agreement, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Teen Parenting Program for SLPS, the Lucie Adolescent Parenting Program (LAPP), provides daycare services for the children enrolled through partnerships with local daycare providers. The Little Scholars Academy will provide daycare services for the 2026-2027 school year. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Contact person: Amber Minarchick, Director, Alternative Education Financial implications: Services are funded through FEFP generated through enrollment. File Attachments Little Scholars PSA 26-27.pdf (2,204 KB) Subject 16.4 OCD Kids d/b/a Sunrise Country Pre-School Professional Services (Daycare) Agreement Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 16. Consent Agenda - Student Services Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the OCD Kids d/b/a Sunrise Country Pre-School, LLC, Professional Services Agreement, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Teen Parenting Program for SLPS, the Lucie Adolescent Parenting Program, provides daycare services for the children enrolled through partnerships with local daycare providers. Sunrise Country Pre-School will provide daycare services for the 2026-2027 school year. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education Contact person: Amber Minarchick, Director, Alternative Education Financial implications: Services are funded through the FEFP generated through enrollment. File Attachments Sunrise Country PSA 26-27.pdf (2,415 KB) Subject 16.5 Comprehensive Mental Health Assistance Allocation (MHAA) Plan Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 16. Consent Agenda - Student Services Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Comprehensive Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Florida Statue requires each school district to submit a Comprehensive Mental Health Plan to the Florida Department of Education on or before August 1 of each year. The FLDOE also requires Charter Schools to develop their own Comprehensive Mental Health Plan or choose to operate under the District's plan. Five of the Charter Schools in the District; Somerset College Prep, Somerset Bethany, Somerset Career Academy, Independence Classical Academy and Treasure Coast School for Autism, have developed their own Comprehensive Mental Health Plan. All other Charter Schools have chosen to operate under the District's plan. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Contact person: Esther Rivera, Director, Student Services Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 26-27 MHAA Planned Funds and Expenditures form.xlsx (2,660 KB) 2627 MHAA Plan.pdf (339 KB) 17. Consent Agenda - Superintendent Subject 17.1 Board Ratification of Authorization to Advertise Public Hearing on Proposed Amendments to Policy #2120 – School Improvement; Policy #2125 – School Advisory Councils for School Improvement and Accountability; Policy #3242 – Professional Learning; and Policy #9271 – Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 17. Consent Agenda - Superintendent Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve/ratify the previously authorized advertisement for public hearing on the proposed amendments to Policy #2120 – School Improvement; Policy #2125 – School Advisory Councils for School Improvement and Accountability; Policy #3242 – Professional Learning; and Policy #9271 – Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Policy Review Committee has reviewed and prepared the proposed amendments to Policy #2120 – School Improvement; Policy #2125 – School Advisory Councils for School Improvement and Accountability; Policy #3242 – Professional Learning; and Policy #9271 – Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students for the Superintendent's recommendation following a public hearing. On June 08, 2026, Superintendent Prince authorized publication of a legal ad for the July 14, 2026, public hearing and is now requesting Board approval/ratification of the same. Submitted by: Superintendent Jon R. Prince Financial implications: Estimated cost of legal ad is $162.72, charged to Board Members' legal ad/print budget #1000 E 7100 3900 0536 20100. File Attachments Legal Ad--6-15-26.docx (22 KB) 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Subject 18.1 Student Affiliation Agreement with Savannas Park Health and Rehabilitation Center Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the agreement with Savannas Park Health and Rehabilitation Center, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The agreement is a renewal and update of the previous agreement with the Savannas Park Health and Rehabilitation Center in order to provide clinical experiences for our SLPS Allied Health students. Submitted by: Dr. Helen Wild, Deputy Superintendent Contact person: Aliesha Seitz, Director of Career and Technical Education Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Savannas park agreement.pdf (232 KB) Savannas park coi.pdf (32 KB) COI DISTRICT (2).pdf (21 KB) Subject 18.2 Student Affiliation Agreement with Tiggbee, LLC Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the agreement with Tiggbee, LLC as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The agreement is a new agreement with the Tiggbee LLC in order to provide the District with access to its web-based career engagement and exploration platform for use by participating schools, teachers, and students. Submitted by: Dr. Helen Wild, Deputy Superintendent Contact person: Aliesha Seitz, Director of Career and Technical Education Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Tiggbee Agreement .pdf (504 KB) Tiggbee_School_District_Services_Addendum.pdf (183 KB) Subject 18.3 Intuit Education, Financial Literacy Program Data Sharing Agreement Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the agreement with Intuit Education, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Intuit Education is a free supplemental resource for Personal Finance and Money Management. The agreement is a new agreement with the Intuit Education in order to provide the District with access to its web-based financial literacy platform for use by participating schools, teachers, and students. Submitted by: Denise Rodriguez, Executive Director of Teaching, Learning, and Leading Contact person: Elizabeth Pruitt, Director of Secondary Curriculum Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments SLPS Intuit DSA Final Clean 6-10-2026.Intuit signed.pdf (490 KB) Subject 18.4 K-12 Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the K-12 Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: In accordance to Rule 6A-6.053, each school district is required to submit a K-12 Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan (CERP) approved by the school board. The District's K-12 Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan depicts and details the role of administration (both district and school level), professional development, assessment, curriculum, and instruction in the improvement of student learning of the Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) English Language Arts Standards as provided in Rule 6A-1.09401, F.A.C. Submitted by: Denise Rodriguez, Executive Director, Office of Teaching, Learning and Leading Contact person: Heather Bolitho , Director of Elementary Curriculum Financial implications: $288,706 from General Fund File Attachments 07.14.25--SLPS 26-27 CERP 7.6.26 .docx (208 KB) Subject 18.5 Quad County Career Pathway Consortium Service Agreement 2026-27 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Agreement with Quad County Career Pathway Consortium Service Agreement 2026-27, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The is the 2026-27 agreement with the Quad County Career Pathway Consortium Service Agreement 2026-27 in order to allow the Quad County Career Pathways Consortium (QCCPC) to improve students' matriculation, persistence, completion, and career placement by fostering education-to-workforce strategic partnerships, creating sustainable accountability systems, promoting career pathways professional development opportunities for education stakeholders, and implementing programs of study focused articulation agreements. Submitted by: Dr. Helen Wild, Deputy Superintendent Contact person: Aliesha Seitz, Director of Career and Technical Education Financial implications: 37 agreements for St. Lucie County for a total of $8,054 Cost Strip: 4200E5300 3100 0559 47127 00000 00000 File Attachments Quad County Career Pathway Consortium SA - St. Lucie County School District 26.pdf (1,644 KB) Subject 18.6 Marine Oceanographic Academy (MOA) Partnership Agreement with Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University 2026-2027 Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board Approve the MOA Partnership Agreement with the HBOI/FAU for the 2026-2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The partnership agreement provides updated terms on the continued agreement between the St. Lucie County School Board and Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University to provide educational services to the students enrolled in the Fort Pierce Westwood Academy Marine Oceanographic Academy (MOA). Submitted by: Denise Rodriguez, Executive Director Office of Teaching & Learning Financial implications: $185,193.00 Cost Strip: 1000E5100 3900 0587 EDENR 00000 00000 File Attachments MOA SLC Academic Agreement 2026-2027.pdf (126 KB) Subject 18.7 Lincoln Park Academy (LPA) Harborside Partnership Agreement 2026-2027 with Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at FAU Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the LPA Harborside Partnership Agreement with HBOI/FAU for the 2026-2027 school year, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The renewal agreement for LPA Harborside: A Science and Education Partnership with Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University (HBOI/FAU) for the 2026-2027 school year for Lincoln Park Academy IB Biology students/LPA Harborside students as per the attached documents. Submitted by: Denise Rodriguez, Executive Director Office of Teaching & Learning Financial implications: $25,803.00 Cost Strip: 1000E5100 3100 0121 20020 00000 00000 File Attachments LPA SLC Academic Agreement 2026-2027.pdf (122 KB) 19. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Subject 19.1 Charter School Financial Reports May 2026 (Independence Classical Academy) Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 19. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Independence Classical Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $578,152 or 9.17 % based on Independence Classical Academy's estimates and 755,317 or 11.44 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted $297,165 more in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 05-2026 Independence Classical FS Monthly Review.xlsx (211 KB) 05-2026 Independence Classical Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (33 KB) Subject 19.2 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports May 2026 (Renaissance Charter School of Tradition) Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 19. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance at Tradition’s projected fund balance at year-end is $2,987,658 or 25.29% based on RCST's estimates and $1,462,920 or 14.10 % based on District estimates. The difference in the projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCST's budgeted $1,436,338 more in revenue than the District, due to a higher budget for FEFP. The school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statute 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant, II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 05-2026 RCST Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (31 KB) 05-2026 RCST FS Monthly Review.xlsx (226 KB) Subject 19.3 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports May 2026 (Renaissance Charter of St. Lucie) Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 19. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance Charter School at St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $356,289 or 2.37% based on RCSSL's numbers and -$576,277 or -4.03 % based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCSSL budgeted $750,205 more in revenue than the District. Please note max enrollment per contract is 1340 and as of 06/30/26, RCSSL's actual FTE is 1407 . T he school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance and is projected to end the year with a positive fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 05-2026 RCSSL FS Monthly Review.xlsx (311 KB) 05-2026 RCSSL Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (31 KB) Subject 19.4 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports May 2026 (Somerset Career Academy) Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 19. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Career Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $593,174 or 60.95 % based on Somerset Career Academy estimates and $-142,791 or 24.27% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset Career Academy budgeted $384,845 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 05-2026 Somerset Career Academy FS Monthly Review.xlsx (207 KB) 05-2026 Somerset Career Academy Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (46 KB) Subject 19.5 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports May 2026 (Somerset St. Lucie) Meeting Jul 14, 2026 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 P.M. Category 19. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Academy St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $1,024,535 or 12.96% based on Somerset St Lucie's estimates and $1,315,876 or 17.01% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset St. Lucie budgeted $170,303 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical care