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2 Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Pinellas County Schools 5:00 p.m. Administration Building 301 4th Street SW Largo, FL 33770 https://www.pcsb.org Vision: 100% Student Success Mission: "Educate and prepare each student for college, career and life." 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.2 Invocation Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.3 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.4 National Anthem Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.5 Video - Countryside High School students help at annual ESOL Community Fair Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.6 Introduction of Professional and Community Organization Reps - Isabel Mascareñas, Public Information Officer Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.7 Presentation by Student Rights and Responsibilities - Countryside High School Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Amendments to the Agenda Subject 2.1 Possible Changes to the Agenda Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Amend the Agenda File Attachments 3. Adoption of Agenda Subject 3.1 Adoption of Agenda Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adopt Agenda File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.1 Presentation of the Proclamation Observing National School Breakfast Week Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Goals 4. Strategic Priority 3: Equity with Excellence for All BACKGROUND : National School Breakfast Week was established in 1989 to promote the value of a healthy school breakfast. Pinellas County Schools joins other districts across the nation to observe National School Breakfast Week, March 4-8, 2024. The theme this year is "Surf's Up with School Breakfast." We will be "surfing" into another year of promoting a healthy breakfast to remind parents, students and staff of the importance of eating a healthy breakfast each day. RATIONALE : By celebrating National School Breakfast Week each year, all schools are encouraged to recognize the importance of a healthy start to the day for fueling a child's academic success. Studies show that when students have a healthy breakfast, they tend to stay more focused, reach higher levels of achievement and have better attendance. SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments Proclamation - NSBW March 4-8, 2024.pdf (147 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.2 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March 4–8, 2024, as “Newspaper in Education” Week Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March 4–8, 2024, as “Newspaper in Education” Week. BACKGROUND : Annually, during the first full school week in March, Newspaper in Education Week is celebrated. Newspaper in Education (NIE) is an international program that encourages the use of the daily newspaper as an instructional classroom tool. Through NIE, newspapers are used with all classroom subjects as a supplemental teaching resource for students from elementary through adult education levels. The Tampa Bay Times' Newspaper in Education program is a cooperative effort between schools and the Tampa Bay Times to encourage the use of newspapers as an educational resource. This informational text resource serves as a living textbook for all students. NIE serves educators and students throughout Tampa Bay by providing print and digital newspapers, curriculum supplements, teacher guides, educator workshops and many more resources to classrooms at no cost to schools, teachers or students. The newspaper also provides teachers with contemporary informational texts that engage students and relate academic learning to real-world experiences. Students who learn using the newspaper as an educational resource become lifelong readers and grow up to become more informed and engaged citizens. SUBMITTED BY : Daniel J. Evans, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer File Attachments 23-24 Proclamation Newspaper in Education Week 2-27-24.pdf (222 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.3 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March as Music in Our Schools Month Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Procedural Recommended Action Approve the Proclamation Designating March as Music in Our Schools Month. BACKGROUND : Each March, the National Association for Music Education (NAME) supports the National Music in Our Schools Month celebration. This year’s national theme is “I See ME in Music Education." During March, all Pinellas County Schools will be celebrating the music programs. All district students have access to quality music education. Numerous studies have shown consistent links between active participation in music classes and achievement in other academic areas. Music shapes the way our students understand themselves and the world around them. Music allows for deep engagement with learning and nurtures creativity, curiosity and personal motivation. The district supports and promotes Music in Our Schools Month in many ways, including: Choral programs will be featured during the Florida Vocal Association’s Music Performance Assessments. Orchestra programs will be featured at the Florida Orchestra Association’s Performance Assessment. As a result of referendum funding, the district has grown orchestra programs in the secondary schools. The district has also partnered with The Florida Orchestra to hire two teaching artists to work with our orchestra programs. Secondary band programs will be featured during Florida Bandmasters Association’s District Music Performance Assessments. In partnership with the Pinellas County Music Educators Association, the music programs will be featured throughout the district in social media posts. The Performing Arts department, for its part in celebrating Music in Our Schools Month, rededicates itself to the maintenance of a music education program that will be relevant for all children and will reach and positively influence each child. SUBMITTED BY : Daniel J. Evans, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer File Attachments 23-24 Proclamation Music in Our Schools Month 2-27-24.pdf (236 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.4 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March as Youth Art Month Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March as Youth Art Month. BACKGROUND : Every March, the National Art Education Association (NAEA), the Florida Art Education Association (FAEA) and the Pinellas Art Education Association (PAEA) promote Youth Art Month (YAM). Various activities take place across the country at the local and state level in support of Youth Art Month, including a student flag design competition. The winning design for every state is made into a flag and displayed at the annual National Art Education Association Conference. This year’s theme is “Dream in Art.” Numerous studies published over the last decade by researchers and educators focus on the many skills children learn during their K-12 education that result from their participation in the visual arts. Confidence, focus, perseverance, creativity and accountability are just a few. In addition, the visual arts provide students with ways to solve visual problems through skillful manipulation of art mediums, a means to express what words cannot say and share a student’s voice or vision through their artwork. Youth Art Month encourages commitment to the visual arts by students, educators, school and district leaders, community members and organizations. Youth Art Month brings attention to K-12 visual art education and encourages support for quality school art programs. Youth Art Month provides a forum for acknowledging skills fostered through experiences in the visual arts that are not possible in other content areas. Pinellas County Schools supports and promotes Youth Art Month in many ways, including: The annual Word and Image Elementary Schools N-W Exhibition is hosted at the Morean Arts Center in St. Petersburg from January 27 until March 16. A student reception with an awards ceremony was held on Thursday, February 1. This year’s theme was “The Hero I Know.” Students from high schools in eastern St. Petersburg have art on display in the 14th Congressional Art Exhibit at the Tampa Museum of Art from February 3 to April 14. A reception and awards ceremony will be held on Sunday, April 7. The Clearwater Arts Alliance’s “March is Youth Art Month” K-8 Student Exhibition will be displayed at Creative Pinellas in Largo from March 2 to March 30. A student reception and awards ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 3. The Word and Image Elementary Schools A-M Exhibition, also at the Morean Arts Center, will be open from March 23 through May 4. A student reception and awards ceremony will be held on the evening of Thursday, March 28. The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards national medalists will be announced in the spring. Last school year, 16 Pinellas students earned national Gold and Silver Medals. Pinellas County has had 99 students earn national medals in the last eight years. The State of the Digital Arts (SODA) Pinellas County High School Exhibit opens at St. Petersburg College-Seminole Campus on March 22 through the summer. Students and families will be invited to a reception on April 9. SUBMITTED BY : Daniel J. Evans, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer File Attachments 23-24 Proclamation Youth Art Month 2-27-24.pdf (228 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.5 Recognition of Mr. Gerard Madrinan, Pinellas County Schools' 2024 Teacher of the Year Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Recognition Goals BACKGROUND : This year, 131 talented educators from Pinellas County Schools were nominated for the Teacher of the Year Recognition Program. The process is an extensive one that recognizes educators for their excellence in the field of public education and their dedication and commitment to our vision of 100% Student Success. Ten finalists were selected by a judging committee comprised of district leaders from the Teaching and Learning and Professional Development departments. Those ten finalists were then interviewed by the Superintendent and Executive Leadership Team. Gerard Madrinan, Music Teacher at Seminole High School, was announced as Pinellas County Schools' 2024 Teacher of the Year during the Evening of Excellence celebration on Monday, January 22, 2024, at the Mahaffey Theater. The Evening of Excellence event is a collaborative effort implemented by the Division of Human Resources Services, the Office of Strategic Communications and the Pinellas Education Foundation. Mr. Madrinan began his career with Pinellas County Schools in 2003 as a substitute teacher. He taught music appreciation at Clearwater Intermediate in 2004, was the band director at Dunedin Highland Middle School in 2006 along with various positions at the University of South Florida, and was an elementary itinerant music teacher from 2007 to 2012. He is currently the high school band director at Seminole High School. Mr. Madrinan will represent Pinellas County Schools at the Florida Department of Education Teacher of the Year Gala scheduled for July in Orlando. We are extremely proud of all of our educators in Pinellas County and are pleased to introduce Gerard Madrinan, Pinellas County Schools' 2024 Teacher of the Year. SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.6 Recognition of Mr. David Gonzalez, Pinellas County Schools' 2024 Support Employee of the Year Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Recommended Action Recognition of Mr. David Gonzalez, Pinellas County Schools' 2023-2024 Support Employee of the Year BACKGROUND : This year, 151 talented support employees from Pinellas County Schools were nominated for the Support Employee of the Year Recognition Program. Our dedicated support staff spends numerous hours in many ways to help us reach 100% student success. The program recognizes those who go above and beyond for their job to make a difference in our district. Semi-finalists and finalists in six categories (classroom support, clerical, food and nutrition, maintenance/safety/health, plant operations and transportation) were selected by a judging committee representing various positions and departments throughout the district . David Gonzalez, School Safety Officer at Garrison-Jones Elementary School, was announced as Pinellas County Schools' 2024 Support Employee of the Year during the Support Employee of the Year awards luncheon at Feather Sound Country Club on Friday, December 1, 2023. Mr. Gonzalez began his career with Pinellas County Schools in 2018 as a school bus driver. His background also includes notable awards and achievements while serving with the New York Police Department from 1997-2008 and as a school bus driver for the Washingtonville Central School District in New York from 2011-2015. In 2019, he trained with the Pinellas County Schools Police Department to become a School Security Officer. Mr. Gonzalez will represent Pinellas County Schools at the Florida School-Related Employee of the Year competition this spring. We are remarkably proud of all of our support employees in Pinellas County and are pleased to introduce David Gonzalez, Pinellas County Schools' 2023-2024 Support Employee of the Year. SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 5. Public Comments on Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Meeting Procedures Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Information Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak during the public hearing and regarding the topic of the public hearing. In each case, you Must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; Must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers for that speaking opportunity or before the last speaker for that opportunity concludes their comments, whichever is later; Will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; Will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson or a majority vote of the Board; and May not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: If a speaker wants to supplement their three (3) minute presentation, the speaker should provide the Board office with written materials prior to the meeting. Board members will make every effort to review these materials. Board members may not be able to review materials received less than two (2) business days prior to the Board meeting. The Board will not act on any matter raised by a speaker prior to the next regular meeting. If a majority of the Board desires to further consider a matter raised by a speaker, they will request the Superintendent to bring a recommendation at a future workshop or meeting or otherwise address the issue. It is generally the Board's practice not to respond to the issues brought forward by speakers except to correct inaccuracies or clarify issues. Speakers may not use any of the speaking opportunities to advertise or otherwise promote the interests of any commercial or other non-school organizations, except when recognizing school or district partners or when one of the exceptions in Policy 9700.01 applies. Further, no speaker may advertise or otherwise promote a political candidate, question or party. Regulation of Disruptive Speech Board meetings are a limited open forum for First Amendment purposes and your exercise of your First Amendment right of free speech in that context will be recognized and protected, subject to reasonable restrictions as to time, place and manner. Applause is permitted only when awards are granted. To ensure the expeditious and orderly process of Board meetings, the Chairperson may: Interrupt or terminate a speaker when his/her statement is not relevant, exceeds the time allotted or is abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, profane, loud, interruptive or otherwise interferes with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, as stated in s. 1001.372(3), Florida Statutes; and Order the removal of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, provided the Chairperson has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall anything be construed, to limit or restrain negative, positive or neutral comments about the manner in which Board employees, agents, the Superintendent and Board members carry out their duties in public employment or office. Recording of Board Meetings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Revised 08/08/22 File Attachments 6. Unfinished Business 7. Consent Subject 7.1 Request Approval of the Minutes of the School Board Meeting of February 13, 2024 Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the minutes of the school board meeting of February 13, 2024. File Attachments DRAFT Minutes Board Meeting 02132024.pdf (203 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.2 Request Approval of School Board Member Travel Outside the County Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source The total cost of all travel described herein is $1,473. Such costs will be paid from the school board office budget. Recommended Action Approve the school board member travel outside the county. BACKGROUND : Florida law requires school boards to preapprove travel of its members outside the district boundaries that exceed $500 and confirm that such travel is for official business of the school district. Further, any travel outside of the state must also include an itemized list detailing all anticipated travel expenses, such as airfare, lodging and meals. This agenda item brings forward the travel and anticipated costs described on the attached, including lodging, mileage and meals. Additional qualifying travel not known at this time will be included in one or more future agenda items. RATIONALE : The travel described in the attached is for the official business of the school district, is consistent with prior years' travel and is contemplated within the budget for the school board office. The travel benefits the district and its students and staff through, among other things, legislative advocacy for public education, representation of Pinellas County Schools at various meetings of key stakeholders and continuing education in areas such as board membership, education policy and strategies to improve student achievement. DATA SOURCES : Cathy Houck, Administrative Assistant to the School Board SUBMITTED BY : David Koperski, School Board Attorney File Attachments Board Member Travel for 2-27-24 Meeting.pdf (47 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.3 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services - February 27, 2024. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 4: Positive Staff Experiences 5. Objective 09 (Strategy Priority 4): Attract and Retain Outstanding Faculty and Staff 5. Objective 10 (Strategy Priority 4): Invest in all Staff Through Continuous Professional Learning BACKGROUND : Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached lists of personnel actions reflect recommendations in various areas including: Administrative - Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations and Retirements Instructional - Appointments, Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations, Retirements, Contracted Services, Substitutes and Teaching Out-of-Field (Teachers, ESOL, Co-Teacher, Long-Term Substitutes) Supporting Services - Appointments, Substitutes, Status Changes, Job Title Changes, Cost Center Changes, Leave of Absences, Resignations and Retirements RATIONALE : Human Resources Services strives to recruit, support and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of the administrative, instructional and support services personnel actions are requested in order to continue to provide high-quality educational services. Human Resources Services has determined that all person recommended by the superintendent met the minimum qualifications contained in the job description for the position to which the employee has been recommended. DATA SOURCES : District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments Administrative Board Agenda Final February 27, 2023 [FY 23-24].pdf (98 KB) Instructional Board Agenda Final February 27 2024 FY 23-24.pdf (193 KB) Supporting Services Board Agenda February 27, 2024.pdf (170 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.4 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Director, Strategic Communications Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Eric Keaton to Director, Strategic Communications, effective February 28, 2024. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 4: Positive Staff Experiences 5. Objective 09 (Strategy Priority 4): Attract and Retain Outstanding Faculty and Staff BACKGROUND : The Director, Strategic Communications position is available due to a vacancy. This position was advertised for several weeks, and 33 applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed two finalists on February 19, 2024. RATIONALE : Eric Keaton began his career as a Sports Anchor and Reporter for BrightHouse Networks in 1997. He currently serves as a Chief Marketing Officer at SPCA of Tampa Bay (2019 to present). His background also includes serving as Vice President of Marketing and Communications at the YMCA Suncoast (2013-2019) and as a Public Communications Manager and Tourism Director with Pasco County Government (2006-2013). Mr. Keaton also served as a non-commissioned Military Police Officer in the U.S. Army (1985-1991). Mr. Keaton earned a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications-Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Political Science from the University of South Florida. DATA SOURCES : Jennifer Dull, Chief Strategy and Impact Officer SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.5 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of World Languages Specialist Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's compensation schedule. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Cynthia Ramos-Gonzalez to World Languages Specialist, effective February 28, 2024. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 4: Positive Staff Experiences 5. Objective 09 (Strategy Priority 4): Attract and Retain Outstanding Faculty and Staff BACKGROUND : The World Languages Specialist position is available due to the retirement of Pamela Benton effective January 8, 2024. This position was advertised for one week and 11 applicants applied for the position. Superintendent’s staff interviewed two finalists on February 5, 2024. RATIONALE : Cynthia Ramos-Gonzalez began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2006. She currently serves as an Assistant Principal at Countryside High School (2020 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Instructional Staff Developer (2017-2020), a Reading/Literacy Coach at Meadowlawn Middle School (2016-2017), an ESOL Teacher at Largo Middle School (2014-2016), a Classroom Teacher at Dunedin Highland Middle School (2008-2014) and Palm Harbor University High School (2008-2010), and a Bilingual Assistant in Pre-K World Languages (2006-2007). Ms. Ramos-Gonzalez earned a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Saint Leo University and a bachelor’s degree in English as a Second Language from Inter American University of Puerto Rico. DATA SOURCES : Daniel J. Evans, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer Natasa Karac, Ed.D., Director, English Learners Services SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.6 Request Approval to Create/Revise Job Descriptions Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the changes in job descriptions fall within the operating budget. Recommended Action Approve the creation/revision of job descriptions. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 4: Positive Staff Experiences 5. Objective 09 (Strategy Priority 4): Attract and Retain Outstanding Faculty and Staff BACKGROUND : Human Resources Services continuously engages in reviewing current employee job descriptions and, as appropriate, proposes new/revised job descriptions, being mindful of best practices to accomplish the district’s mission and goals. These new/revised job descriptions accurately reflect the minimum qualifications and/or better align the essential responsibilities with the major function of the positions. This results in a more comprehensively trained staff. The following new/revised job descriptions support a more effective or efficient operation within various departments: Director, Facilities Design and Construction Civil Engineer Electrical Engineer Mechanical Engineer Structural Engineer Manager, Facilities Construction Manager, Facilities Design Facilities Estimator Facilities Scheduler Fire Marshal Fire, Health and Safety Coordinator Document Center Technician RATIONALE : Human Resources Services Compensation team reviews , updates and revises all job classifications assuring that Pinellas County School Board job descriptions reflect updated titles, major functions, essential responsibilities, qualifications, pay grades and reporting structures in order to eliminate the duplication of efforts, and define and delineate position roles and responsibilities. DATA SOURCES : Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer Dena Collins, Executive Director, Human Resources Services SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments Job Descriptions Board Meeting 2.27.24.pdf (1,109 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.7 Request Approval of Budget Amendment No. 1 (September 2023) to the District's 2023-2024 School Year Budget Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this budget amendment will result in an updated budget that reflects the changes in revenues received along with the offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. Recommended Action Approve Budget Amendment No. 1 (September 2023) to the district's 2023-2024 school year budget. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND : This budget amendment, with the detail attached, reflects changes in revenues received and the resulting changes in budgetary appropriations. This amendment also includes adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual expenditures plus encumbrances. RATIONALE : The budget amendment is procedurally necessary to update the district's budget to reflect the changes outlined under "BACKGROUND." Operating Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Increase to beginning fund balance due to final FY23 closing entries after the approval of the FY24 Budget. (3) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Debt Service No change. Capital Outlay Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Contracted Programs Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Other CARES Act Relief Fund No change. Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund II (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Other CRRSA Act Relief - GEER II Fund Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. American Rescue Plan (ARP) Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund III ( 1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Food and Nutrition Fund (1) Increase to beginning fund balance due to final FY23 closing entries after approval of the FY24 Budget. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Self-Insured Workers Comp & Liability No change. Self-Insured Health Fund Decrease to beginning fund balance due to final FY23 closing entries after approval of the FY24 Budget. Permanent Fund Increase to beginning fund balance due to final FY23 closing entries after approval of the FY24 Budget. Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) De crease to beginning fund balance due to final FY23 closing entries after the approval of the FY24 Budget. (3) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures, ending fund balance. This fund is reported on a quarterly basis and is currently updated with September 30, 2023, financial data. The 2023-2024 Budget was approved by the School Board at the Public Hearing on September 12,2023. The financial impact to the Operating Fund follows: Workforce educational performance incentives revenue increased $39,453 due to student success in CTAE revenue. Transfers from capital projects increased $44,679 for an increase in charter school safety and security funding. Beginning fund balance increased $2,682,443 due to final FY23 closing entries after approval of the FY24 Budget. Total estimated revenue, transfers, and beginning fund balance increased $2,766,575. Appropriations increased $6,251,563. Non-spendable fund balance remained unchanged. Restricted fund balance decreased $3,829,338. Assigned fund balance remained unchanged. Unassigned fund balance increased $344,350. DATA SOURCES : Lou Ann Jourdan, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Samantha Chastain, Manager, Budget, FTE and Cost Reporting Alejandra Benites Giron, Financial Reporting Analyst SUBMITTED BY : Kevin W. Smith, CPA, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments BA1 SEPTEMBER 2023.pdf (572 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.8 Request Approval of the Financial Statements for the Month Ending September 30, 2023 Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Recommended Action Approve the financial statements for the month ending September 30, 2023. BACKGROUND : The financial statements are a summary of the financial condition and financial activities of the school board. These statements provide a districtwide view of financial operations. RATIONALE : The financial records and accounts of the school board are maintained under the direction of the superintendent with approval of the board. DATA SOURCES : Karen Post, CPA, Director, Accounting Stacy Pitt, Senior Financial Reporting Analyst - Program Cost Report SUBMITTED BY : Kevin W. Smith, CPA, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments PCSB Financial Statement September 2023.pdf (85 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.9 Request for Approval of Purchasing Items in Accordance with Bid Policies and Procedures Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Funding is available in the various departmental budgets. Recommended Action Approve Purchasing items in accordance with bid policies and statutes. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND : The purchasing documents and proposals on the attachment have been processed in accordance with applicable law and district purchasing policies. Each proposed contract award reflects the most appropriate recommended action, as determined by the relevant competitive solicitation process or applicable exemption. The purchases are necessary to continue to provide a high-quality education for all students. RATIONALE : Approval of the purchasing items will allow the district to continue to provide high-quality education for all students in an efficient and effective manner. DATA SOURCES : Stephen “Joe” Benjamin, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, Director, Purchasing SUBMITTED BY : Kevin W. Smith, CPA, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments PURCHASING AGENDA SUMMARY 2-27-24.pdf (3,408 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.10 Request Approval of the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement With the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC), Florida West Coast Chapter Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Funding of $340,000 will be provided through Workforce Fund Revenue Generated by FTE. Recommended Action Approve the Apprenticeship Training Program Agreement with the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC), Florida West Coast Chapter. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 1: Academic Excellence Through Innovation 5. Objective 03 (Strategic Priority 1): Ensure Graduates are Prepared for Workforce and College Success BACKGROUND : Apprenticeship training programs provide a combination of technical skill instruction and on-the-job training for a variety of occupational areas. Apprentices (students) are sponsored by an employer for the duration of the training program. Sponsors provide paid work experience in the specific training area and support apprentices during classroom instruction through flexible work schedules, paying tuition and fees and connecting to the classroom through workplace tasks. The partnership between the district and the apprenticeship committee is critical to the success of each apprentice and balances the need for highly-trained craftsmen with the ability to provide affordable quality training. RATIONALE : This agreement is a renewal of the agreement that has existed between the district and IEC for seventeen years. The IEC provides the facilities, instructor salaries, program management and instructional materials while the district maintains student data and manages state reporting functions. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney William Mark Hunt, Executive Director, Career, Technical and Adult Education SUBMITTED BY : Daniel J. Evans, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer File Attachments IEC Apprenticeship Agreement 23_26 2.27..24.pdf (1,244 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.11 Request Approval of the Substantial Completion for Complete Roof Replacement and Designated Repairs at Hollins High School, Project No. 9428 Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. Recommended Action Approve the substantial completion for complete roof replacement and designated repairs at Hollins High School, Project No. 9428 Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND : The project architect has certified this project is substantially complete as of December 12, 2023. This date establishes the beginning of the school district’s responsibilities for maintenance, cleaning and insurance for this work. Warranties for this work shall commence per contract terms and the school district is responsible for oversight of warranty claims. A punch list of work to be completed or corrected was made on the date of substantial completion and such work must be complete before final acceptance. A copy of the substantial completion form is attached. RATIONALE : The work required under the terms of the contract is substantially complete. The establishment of a date of substantial completion is a requirement of the contract terms. DATA SOURCES : Craig D. Pollei, A.I.A., Director, Facilities Design and Construction Cliff Powers, Senior Construction Coordinator, Facilities Design and Construction Joseph J. Williams, President, A/R/C Associates Mike Kornahrens, Vice President, Advanced Roofing Inc. SUBMITTED BY : Clinton Herbic, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments 2024-01-25 #9428 Substantial Completion.pdf (70 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.1 Request Approval for 2024-2025 Instructional Materials Adoption Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Instructional materials funding as determined by the state and district. Recommended Action Approve the 2024-2025 Instructional Materials Adoption. BACKGROUND : Per state statute, all school districts must approve the adoption of instructional materials prior to purchase. District committees were formed to review instructional materials submitted for adoption for the 2024-2025 school year. These committees included teachers, community members, instructional coaches, school administrators and district staff. A public hearing on the materials was held on February 13, 2024, and the materials were posted on the district webpage for public review from January 22 through February 13, 2024. The recommended instructional materials that are being brought forward for school board approval are as follows: Social Studies- Middle School (Grades 6-8) M/J United States History & Career Planning, Course Code 2100015 M/J United States History, Advanced & Career Planning, Course Code 2100025 National Geographic Learning/ Cengage- National Geographic U.S. History, American Stories, Beginnings to 1877, Florida Edition M/J World History & Career Planning, Course Code 2109015 M/J World History, Advanced & Career Planning, Course Code 2109025 Teacher’s Curriculum Institute (TCI)- History Alive! The Ancient World (Middle School) – Advanced M/J Civics & Career Planning, Course Code 2106016 M/J Civics, Advanced & Career Planning, Course Code 2106026 Florida Department of Education, K-12 Civics Curriculum Social Studies- High School (Grades 9-12) United States History, Course Code 2100310 United States History Honors, Course Code 2100320 McGraw-Hill- United States History, Modern Times, Florida Edition World History, Course Code 2109310 World History Honors, Course Code 2109320 McGraw-Hill, World History, Florida Edition United States Government, Course Code 2106310 United States Government Honors, Course Code 2106320 Savvas Learning Company- Florida Magruder’s American Government Interactive Economics, Course Code 2102310 Economics Honors, Course Code 2102320 McGraw-Hill- Economics, Florida Edition Psychology 1, Course Code 2107300 eDynamic Learning- Personal Psychology 1 Social Studies- Advanced Placement (AP) (Grades 9-12) AP United States History, Course Code 2100330 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group- Fabric of a Nation, 2nd edition AP World History: Modern, Course Code 2109420 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group- Ways of the World for the AP World History Modern Course Since 1200 C.E., 5th edition AP United States Government & Politics, Course Code 2106420 McGraw-Hill- American Democracy Now, AP edition, 2022, 7th edition AP Microeconomics, Course Code 2102360 AP Macroeconomics, Course Code 2102370 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group- Krugman’s Economics for AP, 4th edition AP Psychology, Course Code 2107350 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group- Updated Myers’ Psychology for the AP Course, 3rd edition AP Human Geography, Course Code 2103400 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group- Human Geography for the AP course AP European History, Course Code 2109380 Bedford, Freeman & Worth Publishing Group- A History of Western Society Since 1300 for the AP Course, 14th edition RATIONALE : As a result of a thorough review process by district committees, these materials represent the committee’s recommendations for supporting instruction in these content areas. DATA SOURCES : Kimberly Hill, Director, Student Experience Meghan Frye, Program Coordinator, Instructional Materials SUBMITTED BY : Daniel J. Evans, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.1 Items Introduced by Superintendent Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.2 Items Introduced by the School Board Attorney Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.3 Items Introduced by the Board Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.4 Review of Board Requests Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.1 Adjourn Meeting Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adjourn the Meeting The above listed recommendations to the School Board of Pinellas County are submitted for consideration and approval at the meeting of February 27, 2024. Kevin K. Hendrick, Superintendent of Schools. File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.2 Public Participation Meeting Feb 27, 2024 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m. Type Procedural Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings, and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak to the Board before it takes action. In each case, (1) you must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; (2) you will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; (3) you will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson; and (4) you may not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. If you wish to speak to agenda items, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker on agenda items concludes his or her comments whichever is later. If you wish to speak during the Public Comment period, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. If you wish to speak during a Public Hearing, you must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers or before the last speaker during the Public Hearing concludes his or her comments, whichever is later. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: Public Comment. The Board will hear public comment on the general business of the district after adjournment of regular meetings. The Board will not act on any matter you may raise during your presentation. Numbered Agenda Items. Time will be set aside immediately following the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings for you to address numbered agenda items upon which the Board will vote. You may address as many agenda items as you wish during your three (3) minute period, other than items pertaining to employee or student discipline, or any other matter listed in Section 286.0114(3), F.S., such as ministerial acts or emergencies. Public Hearings. Time will be set aside at each public hearing for you to speak on the agenda item. You must confine your comments to the agenda item. Regulation of Disruptive Speech Board meetings are a limited open forum for First Amendment purposes, and your exercise of your First Amendment right of free speech in that context will be recognized and protected, subject to reasonable restrictions as to time, place, and manner. Applause is permitted only when awards are granted. To ensure the expeditious and orderly process of Board meetings, the Chairperson may: Interrupt or terminate a speaker when his/her statement is not relevant, exceeds the time allotted, or is abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, profane, loud, interruptive, or otherwise of a disruptive or disorderly nature; and Order the removal of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, provided the Chairperson has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall anything be construed, to limit or restrain negative, positive, or neutral comments about the manner in which Board employees, agents, the Superintendent, and Board members carry out their duties in public employment or office. Recording of Board Meetings Recordings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment, or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Revised 8/28/15 File Attachments