School Board Meeting

1. CALL TO ORDER 2. READING OF THE DISTRICT'S VISION - Chair Choate 3. INVOCATION - Rev Rob Blackwood 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 5. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 1. Agenda Amendments - added after publishing 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 7. STUDENT CELEBRATIONS / RECOGNITIONS 1. Ernie Withers - Defibrillate Manatee Donation 2. Recognition of Mr. Joseph Blitzko 8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (UP TO 30 MINUTES) Public comment is not an open forum to discuss matters unrelated to education, to support or oppose candidates for public office, or to engage in commercial speech attempting to sell a service or product to the School Board or public. Also, public comment is not a forum to attack individual school system employees or Board Members. Any such complaints should be submitted in writing to the Superintendent for appropriate handling. Finally, this is not a forum for addressing issues involving individual students. Because of privacy concerns, such issues should be submitted in writing to the Superintendent for appropriate handling. Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the Board. Speakers must stand at the podium and not approach the dais. This is a business meeting of the School Board and the public expects that we conduct it in an orderly, efficient, effective and dignified manner. We request that speakers keep this in mind when making your comments. We also request that the audience keep that in mind and not demonstrate approval or disapproval of what a speaker has said by clapping or booing. The Board appreciates the public's input and will listen attentively, consider each comment, and usually will not respond, enter into debate, or answer questions during comments on agenda items or during the public Agenda Updated 8/2/2024 August 6, 2024 School Board of Manatee County Regular Board Meeting - 10:00 AM Walter Miller School Support Center Board Room Times Indicated are Approximate 1

comments section. PUBLIC INPUT INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Before you begin speaking, please provide any handouts to the Agency Clerk. 2. Please identify yourself only by your full name for the record. 3. You have no more than three minutes to speak. Please stop speaking when the bell rings. 4. Florida Law requires all citizens to conduct themselves in an orderly fashion at public meetings. 5 . WARNING: Any individual who interferes with the expeditious or orderly process of a School Board meeting, will be subject to removal from the meeting pursuant to Section 1001.372(3) Florida Statutes at the discretion of the Chair. Orderly fashion is deemed as, at a minimum (1) no profanity (2) no vulgar language (3) no discourteous, disrespectful, or disparaging conduct. 9. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Translate Live and ESOL Updates - attachment added 8/2/2024 2. 2024-2025 Instructional Priorities and Initiatives - attachment added 8/2/2024 3. New School Year Updates: Safety, Transportation, Communications - attachment added 8/2/2024 10. CONSENT ITEMS All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired by a Board Member, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered later in the agenda. 1. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact) - updated 8/2/2024 2. Approval of the Report of Teachers' Out-of-Field Content, Reading, and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) (No Financial Impact) 3. Approval of the Continued Use of 2023-2024 Salary Schedules for all Employee Groups and the 2024-2025 Pay Dates Deadlines (No Financial Impact) 4. Approval of the Comprehensive District Technology Plan August 6, 2024 - June 30, 2029 (No Financial Impact) 5. Approval of the 2024-2025 Uniform Statewide Assessment Calendar (No Financial Impact) 6. Approval of the Use of the School Board of Albemarle County's Request for Proposal on Web-Based Multi-Tier System of Supports, SDMC No. 25-0064-BS, Estimated in the Amount of $300,000.00 (Multiple Funding Sources) 7. Approval to Apply, Accept, and Expend the 2024-2025 National Farmworker Jobs Program Discretionary Competitive Grant, Including Ratification of the Memorandum of Understanding Between the School District of Manatee County and the Suncoast Workforce Board, Inc. dba CareerSource Suncoast, in the amount of $273,272.00 (Incoming Federal Grant Funds) 8. Approval of the Manatee Technical College (MTC) Career Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement for 2024-2025 School Year (No Financial Impact) 9. Approval of the Charter School Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement with Manatee Technical College (MTC) for the 2024-2025 School Year (No Financial Impact) 10. Approval of the Home Education and Private School Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement with Manatee Technical College (MTC) for the 2024-2025 School Year (No 2

Financial Impact) 11. Ratification of the Signed Agreement for the School District of Manatee County to Remain a Provider of Vocational Rehabilitation Services to Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Students at High Schools in the District and Accept the Funds for Services Provided per the Florida Department of Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Fee-for-Service Provider Contractual Agreement (Incoming Revenue to General Fund) 12. Approval to Renew the Student Experience Agreement Between the District Board of Trustees of State College of Florida and the School District of Manatee County from July 31, 2024, through July 31, 2027 (No Financial Impact) 13. Approval to Renew the Contract Between Easter Seals Southwest Florida, Inc. and the School District of Manatee County, Florida for the 2024-2025 School Year (No Net Financial Impact) 14. Approval to Renew the Contract Between Easter Seals Southwest Florida, Inc. d/b/a The Lily School for Child Development and the School District of Manatee County for the 2024-2025 School Year (No Net Financial Impact) 15. Approval to Renew the Contract Between Community Haven for Adults and Children With Disabilities, Inc. d/b/a Selby Preschool and the School District of Manatee County, Florida for the 2024-2025 School Year (No Net Financial Impact) 16. Approval to Renew the State of Florida Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Education Program Provider Contract Between the School District of Manatee County and the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County for the 2024-2025 School Year (No Net Financial Impact) 17. Approval to Renew the Agreement Between Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sun Coast, Inc., and the School Board of Manatee County for the 2024-2025 School Year (No Financial Impact) 18. Approval to Renew the Contracts Between Manatee County Girls Club, Inc. d/b/a Just For Girls Elementary and Middle Schools Alternative Education Programs and the School Board of Manatee County for the 2024-2025 School Year (No Net Financial Impact) 19. Approval to Contract with Employer Direct Healthcare for the Surgery Plus Program, SDMC No.25-0045-RG, Estimated in the Amount of $190,000.00 Annually (Health Insurance Fund) 20. Approval of Purchase and Sale Amount for Property from Suburban Land Reserve- Artisan Lakes, Not to Exceed $2,325,000.00 (Capital Funds and/or Impact Fee Credits) 21. Approval of Harllee Support Center SOAR in 4 Renovations - Agreement Between Owner and BWAS Design, PLLC, in the Amount of $55,100.00 (Capital Funds) 22. Approval of the Bid for Asphalt Repair and Maintenance, SDMC No. 25-0048-MR, Estimated in the Amount of $150,000.00 Annually (Local Capital Improvement) 23. Approval of Agreement Between the Manatee County Clerk of Circuit Court and School Board of Manatee County Regarding the Collection and Disbursement of Educational Facilities Impact Fees (No Financial Impact) 24. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Dispose of District Tangible Personal Property Greater Than $5,000.00 (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund) 25. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Donate District Vehicle (Outgoing Donation) 3

26. Approval to Accept Annual Physical Inventory of District Tangible Personal Property Greater Than $5,000.00 for 2023-2024 Fiscal Year (Possible Incoming Funds to General Fund) 27. Approval for Travel to Various National Career and Technical Student Organization Competitions and Leadership Conferences for Qualifying Middle School, High School, and Postsecondary Students and Advisors During the 2024-2025 School Year (Multiple Funding Sources) 11. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NEW BUSINESS ITEMS 12. NEW BUSINESS (DISCUSSION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT) 13. NEW BUSINESS (NON-CONSENT ITEMS) 1. Approval of Revisions of Job Descriptions in the Information Technology Department (No Financial Impact) 14. NEW BUSINESS (NO SUPERINTENDENT RECOMMENDATION) 1. Approval of the Appointment of Audit Committee Member 2. Approval to Issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Internal Audit Services 3. Approval to Issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for External Audit Services 4. Discussion and Agreement of Replacement of Board Member Messenger on the Manatee County Children's Service Advisory Board 5. Consideration of Naming of Bayshore High School Football Field (No Financial Impact) - added after publishing 15. INFORMATION ONLY (No Board Action Required) 16. CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY) 17. UPDATES A. Instruction - Jensen B. Operations - Ranaldi C. Legal - Dye / Pendley 18. SUPERINTENDENT REMARKS 19. BOARD COMMENTS 20. ADJOURNMENT 4

AGENDA ITEM NO. 5.1 School Board of Manatee County August 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Title Agenda Amendments - added after publishing Executive Summary The Chair finds good cause to amend the agenda to include: Agenda amended on Friday August 2, 2024 to add Presentation to Reports and Presentation item Translate Live and ESOL Updates. Agenda amended on Friday August 2, 2024 to add Presentation to Reports and Presentation item Instructional Priorities and Initiatives. Agenda amended on Friday August 2, 2024 to add Presentation to Reports and Presentation item New School Year Updates: Safety, Transportation, Communication. Agenda amended on Friday August 2, 2024, to update attachment HR Board Materials April 23, 2024_Updated 4.19.2024 of Consent Agenda Item Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Resignations, Retirements, Suspensions, Terminations, and Transfers (No Financial Impact). Agenda amended on Friday August 2, 2024, to add New Business (No Superintendent Recommendation) item Consideration of Naming of Bayshore High School Football Field. Contact Submitting Department: School Board Initiated By: Chad Choate 5

AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.1 School Board of Manatee County August 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Action Item Title Ernie Withers - Defibrillate Manatee Donation Executive Summary Ernie Withers, retired General Manager of Mercedes Benz of Sarasota and creator of the Defibrillate Manatee Foundation, will be honored by the School Board for the generous donation of 21 Automated External Defibrillators (AED’s), 20 AED Training Simulators, 20 CPR Mannequins and 20 First Aid Kits. While attending a Chamber event at Pirates’ City in Bradenton on February 21, 2023, Mr. Withers went into cardiac arrest. Pittsburgh Pirates Medical Director Dr. Patrick DeMeo performed CPR and used an AED to revive Mr. Withers. He was rushed to Manatee Memorial where he was treated and one week later, he threw out the first pitch at a Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training game. This item aligns with the District’s Strategic Plan Goal(s) which state(s): Ready To Grow | Goal 7 Promote our schools and District as remaining highly competitive and uniquely designed to produce top-notch graduates, great neighbors, and responsible citizens Contact Submitting Department: Communications, Family and Community Engagement Initiated By: Michael Barber 6

AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.2 School Board of Manatee County August 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Title Recognition of Mr. Joseph Blitzko Executive Summary The School board and Superintendent honor Mr. Joseph A. Blitzko, CPA for his dedicated service to the district's Audit Committee. Mr. Blitzko is a retired partner of Deloitte & Touche, LLP, where he worked for 35 years in Pittsburgh, Los Angeles and Louisville. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Since his retirement, he has remained active professionally with various part-time Chief Financial Officer and consulting engagements. Additional community activities have included Junior Achievement, Grant Panelist for the Sarasota County Tourist Development Cultural Arts Program and Member of the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County Grants Policy Committee. Contact Submitting Department: Communications, Family and Community Engagement Initiated by: Michael Barber 7

AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.1 School Board of Manatee County August 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Title Translate Live and ESOL Updates - attachment added 8/2/2024 Executive Summary Dr. Laurie Breslin, Executive Director of Student Support and Family Engagement, and Ms. Debra Estes, Director of ESOL, Migrant and Dual Language Programs, will present Translate Live and ESOL updates. Contact Submitting Department: Instructional Services Initiated By: Derek Jensen Attachments: ESOL Board Workshop Presentation - added 8/2/2024 8

Translate Live and ESOL Updates August 6, 2024 Debra Estes Director of ESOL, Migrant and Dual Language Programs 751-6550 ext. 43277 9

Manatee by the Numbers • 7,502 ELL students enrolled (14.1% of the total district enrollment) as of May 2024. • Currently, 3,382 ELL students have been enrolled for less than two years. • 4,984 students have been exited from the ESOL program in accordance with Rule 6A-6.0903. • 12,486 total students are a current ELL student or a former ELL student. o This means that 23.4% of all students in Manatee County were or are an English Language Learner. 2* These numbers are based on end of the 23-24 school year enrollment of 53,177 10

ESOL Department Priorities The primary focus of the ESOL Department is to support Student Achievement through Language Acquisition by assisting schools with ELL supports. o Students in grades K-5 will receive support through Lexia English. o Students in grades 6-12 will receive support through Summit K-12 (in their English Language Development elective courses). o All schools have access to ELLevation for support. o All schools have access to Sheltered Instructional Observation Protocols (SIOP) professional learning for teachers. o The ESOL team facilitates semester ESOL Compliance Courses that are required for all teachers by the FLDOE. The ESOL team offers 7 online courses for teachers at no charge to ensure teachers can meet this requirement. o ESOL Specialists spend 4 days per week in schools supporting teachers, ESOL paraprofessionals, and students. 3 11

• Compliance with state and federal rules/regulations: o Includes the Consent Decree and the 2003 Modification of the Consent Decree. (https://www.fldoe.org/academics/eng-language-learners/consent-decree.stml) • Assists with assessments: o As of today, 1,300 newly enrolled students must test by the 20 th day of school for ESOL eligibility. o This number is expected to increase to roughly 2,000 students based on historical trends. o ELLs must take the ACCESS test January - March and the required FLDOE assessments. • Graduation support: o Beginning with the 2022-23 school year, students who have been enrolled less than two school years in an ESOL program may meet assessment requirements for graduation through a formative assessment process (6A-1.09422 Statewide, Standardized Assessment Program Requirements- Amended 2020) • Community/Family engagement: o In 2023-2024, schools held over 88 ESOL parent events. o Meet monthly with the Patterson Foundation and other ELL leaders, and serve on the board of Manatee Community Foundation (incoming chair of the Scholarship Committee) 4 ESOL Department Priorities 12

Educational Models for ELLs • ELL students in K-5 are in mainstream classes and receive support from ESOL Resource Teachers and ESOL Paraprofessionals. • ELL students in 6-12 may take an ESOL elective (English Language Development), and/or English through ESOL (9-12), and/or English through Language Arts (6-8). These are the only sheltered classes our ELLs take and are offered at most of our secondary schools. • Per the FLDOE 2023-2024 FAST Assessment Results: • 52% of ELL Students made ELA L25 Learning Gains • 53% of ELL Students made Math L25 Learning Gains • We know our models of instruction are working based on learning gains. Our ELLs are making gains at the same rate as the rest of the district. 5 13

Camp Creator – June 2024 • Available to middle school ELLs (funded through Federal Grant Funds earmarked for additional learning opportunities for ELLs) at Lincoln, Lee and Mona Jain middle schools. • Focus on FLDOE science standards and academic vocabulary through an interactive camp that includes coding, robotics, and engineering. 14

Professional Learning on Best Practices for Teaching ELLs 7 15

• Devices delivered to all schools and district offices (Including the PSC, SSC, Office of Student Assignment, Wakeland Support Center, maintenance, and the Evaluation Center). • Purchased using Title IV funds. • These are devices needed as there are 99 different languages spoken by students and families in our district. • Translate Live tablets support 124 languages. • Can be used to support registration, parent/guardian conferences, clinic staff, SAC meetings, PTA meetings, and so much more. 8 16

Feedback from Principals: • “This is a game changer!” • “I can’t wait to use this at a SAC meeting.” • “I am so excited to use this device.” • “This is going to increase our parent and family engagement.” 9 17

Debra Estes Director of ESOL, Migrant and Dual Language Programs 751-6550 ext. 43277 Translate Live and ESOL Updates August 6, 2024 18

AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.2 School Board of Manatee County August 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Title 2024-2025 Instructional Priorities and Initiatives - attachment added 8/2/2024 Executive Summary Mr. Derek Jensen, Deputy Superintendent of Instruction, will present updates on 2023-2024 state accountability, to include instructional priorities and initiatives. Contact Submitting Department: Instructional Services Initiated By: Derek Jensen Attachments: 2024-25 Instructional Priorities and Initiatives - added 8/2/2024 19

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School Grade Components 2023-2024 2 Reading Achievement FAST ELA (3-10) FAA ELA (3-10) Math Achievement FAST Math (3-8), FAA Math (3-8), BEST Algebra 1, FAA Algebra 1, BEST Geometry, FAA Geometry Science Achievement NGSSS Science (5 th & 8th) FAA Science (5th & 8th) NGSSS Biology, FAA Biology Social Studies Achievement NGSSS Civics, FAA Civics, NGSSS US History, FAA US History) Middle School Acceleration BEST Algebra 1, FAA Algebra 1, BEST Geometry, FAA Geometry, CAPE Industry Certifications Graduation Rate Prior Year Federal Uniform Graduation Rate College & Career Acceleration Prior Year Graduates who have passed one of the following: Dual Enrollment Course, AP exam, AICE Exam, IB Exam, CAPE Industry Certification, Clock Hour Dual Enrollment, ASVAB + JROTC Course z Reading Learning Gains (LG) FAST ELA (3-10) FAA ELA (3-10) Reading LG of Lowest Quartile (L25) FAST ELA (3-10) FAA ELA (3-10) Math Learning Gains (LG) FAST Math (3-8), FAA Math (3-8), BEST Algebra 1, FAA Algebra 1, BEST Geometry, FAA Geometry Math LG of Lowest Quartile (L25) FAST Math (3-8), FAA Math (3-8), BEST Algebra 1, FAA Algebra 1, BEST Geometry, FAA Geometry 3rd Grade Reading Achievement FAST ELA (3) FAA ELA (3) Elementary: 800 pts total Middle: 900 pts total High: 1000 pts total K-8: 1000 pts total 21

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School Grade Celebrations • Largest # of “A” Schools Since 2012 • Title 1 Elementary Schools Reaching an “A” Grade: • Abel Elementary • Tillman Elementary • Parrish Community High School Earns an “A” • Ballard Elementary Improves from a “D” to a “B” • Manatee Elementary and Oneco Elementary Exit School Turnaround Status 4 23

2023-24 SDMC District Grade Reading Achievement 53% Math Achievement 59% Science Achievement 56% Social Studies Achievement 71% Middle School Acceleration 79% Graduation Rate 82% College/Career Acceleration 66% z Reading Learning Gains 57% Reading LG of Lowest Quartile (L25) 53% Math Learning Gains 58% Math LG of Lowest Quartile (L25) 51% 3rd Grade Reading 54% District Grade: 739 / 1200 = 62% (B) 5 (64% is cutoff for an A) +2% from 22-23+5% from 22-23 +2% from 22-23 +5% from 22-23 +1% from 22-23 +2% from 22-23 +6% from 22-23 +4% from 22-23 24

District Data • Increases in 3rd Grade Reading Proficiency • 21-22: 47% • 22-23: 50% • 23-24: 54% • Increased ALL SDMC Achievement Categories from 2023 to 2024: • Reading • Math • Social Studies • Science • Middle School Acceleration • College and Career Acceleration • Graduation Rate 6 25

Going Forward: Focus on 24-25 Data • Summer 1-on-1 and Small Group Principal Meetings with Superintendent • Learning Gains • Graduation Rate • Schools Performing Below Expectations • Weekly Data Review Meetings (via Instructional Services Direct Reports) • Student Achievement Data • Program Implementation Data • New Data Monitoring Approaches • Assessment and Accountability Data Tables • MTSS and Early Warning System • Additional Formative Assessment Tools and Item Banks for Teachers 7 26

Impact of Teacher Quality Research shows that teachers are the single most important classroom factor in a child’s learning achievement. The greatest influence on student progression in learning is having highly expert, inspired and passionate teachers and school leaders working together to maximize the effect of their teaching on all students in their care (Hattie 2015, p 2; Hattie 2017). 8 27

Impact of Principal Quality Results indicate that highly effective principals raise the achievement of a typical student in their schools by between two and seven months of learning in a single school year; ineffective principals lower achievement by the same amount. -Branch, Hanushek, Rivkin (2013) 9 28

Beginning of Year Professional Learning • Superintendent’s Leadership Conference • July 17-18, 2024 • New Educator Conference • July 23-25, 2024 • Summer Professional Learning Conference • July 29-31, 2024 • Preplan Week • August 5-9, 2024 10 29

Instructional Rounds Instructional rounds – a practice adapted to education from the field of medicine – offer a structure for educators to work together to identify and solve common problems related to learning and teaching. The instructional rounds process provides a disciplined, collaborative way for schools and districts to: • Diagnose learning needs for students and educators. • Focus on and improve learning tasks. • Develop a shared vision of high-quality teaching and learning. • Foster a collaborative culture that supports learning. 11 30

SDMC Instructional Priorities 12 A guide to district-wide instructional expectations • Aligned to the instructional core • Organized into three key areas: • What we teach • How we teach • How we plan to teach • Look-Fors will guide school visits, instructional rounds, and other structures. 31

Instructional Priority #1 13 New instructional materials for 2024-25 include: • K-12 Social Studies (estimated cost: $5,000,000) • K-12 Science (estimated cost: $4,000,000) 32

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.3 School Board of Manatee County August 6, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting Title New School Year Updates: Safety, Transportation, Communications - attachment added 8/2/2024 Executive Summary The School Board will be informed of new school year updates regarding safety, transportation, and communications. Contact Submitting Departments: Communications, Family and Community Engagement and Safety and Security Item Owners: Kevin Chapman, Michael Barber and Paul Damico Attachments: School and Traffic Safety Update -added 8/2/2024 36

SCHOOL AND TRAFFIC SAFETY UPDATE 2024-25 School Year Paul Damico – Chief Officer Safety and Security Michael Barber – Director, Communications, Family and Community Engagement Kevin Chapman – Executive Director Administration, Chief of Staff Joseph Ranaldi – Deputy Superintendent Operations Jamie Warrington – Director Transportation Services 1 37

Evolv Weapon Detection Systems Why is the District conducting daily weapons detection screenings at SDMC Schools? • The purpose of these screenings is threefold • Detect and prevent potential weapons from being brought into a school • Deter the act of bringing weapons into a school • Reduce the potential for violent incidents 2 38

Evolv Weapon Detection Systems What system/company selected and why? • The SDMC selected the Evolv Express weapons detection system because it is the fastest and most effective at scanning individuals and the least invasive system • Evolv Express uses advanced sensor technology and artificial intelligence to screen guests while they walk through at a natural pace • Board approved the Lease of an additional 18 Evolv Single Lane Weapons Detections Systems in addition to the 4 existing Single Lane Systems • 14 Evolv Single Systems will be used at all seven High Schools during arrival and at other random after school sporting events and activities 3 39

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