School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

2 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Boardroom (Building 3) 7205 Land O' Lakes Boulevard Land O' Lakes, FL 34638 John Legg, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools (813) 794 2000 1. Call to Order Subject 1.1 Vision Statement, Thought for the Day, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and Moment of Silence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Procedural Vision Statement - All our students achieve success…in college…career…and life. File Attachments 2. Approval of Minutes Subject 2.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 16, 2025, and Workshop of December 16, 2025 Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 16, 2025, and Workshop of December 16, 2025, as written File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 16, 2025, and Workshop of December 16, 2025, as written Motion by Megan Harding, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 3. Special Presentations Subject 3.1 Bucs Best Krewe Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information Tonight, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, we honor Pasco County Schools staff members who have been selected as honorees for their outstanding contributions to our students and community. We present and recognize this month's members of the Bucs Best Krewe! Respectfully submitted by Toni Zetzsche, Ph.D., Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer, 813-794-2650. File Attachments 3. Special Presentations Subject 3.2 Investment Oversight Committee Annual Report Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information The Investment Oversight Committee meets on a quarterly basis. The committee's by-laws require the committee to present their annual report to the Board. Mr. Jeff Woei, Chair of the Investment Oversight Committee, will present a report to the Board. Respectfully submitted by Tammy Taylor, Chief Finance Officer, 813-794-2272. File Attachments IOC Chairman's Annual Report 2024-2025.pdf (558 KB) 3. Special Presentations Subject 3.3 Salary Referendum Oversight Committee Annual Report Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information The Salary Referendum Oversight Committee meets on a semiannual basis. Additional meetings may occur as needed. The committee's by-laws require the committee to present their annual report to the Board. Mr. Robb Sercu, Chair of the Salary Referendum Oversight Committee, will present a report to the Board. Respectfully submitted by Tammy Taylor, Chief Finance Officer, 813-794-2272. File Attachments SROC Annual Report 2025.pdf (147 KB) 4. Public Hearings (None) 5. Adoption Off Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Adoption of Off Agenda Item Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action File Attachments 6. Public Comment Subject 6.1 Public Comment (Agenda Items Only) Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information This is the opportunity for the public to be heard on items appearing for action on the meeting Agenda. Copies of the agenda are available at the entrance to the boardroom. To speak at this time, you must have submitted a GREEN Speaking Request Card located on the tables at the entrance to the board room. The form must indicate the specific item or items you wish to address. Speakers wishing to address general matters NOT on the agenda must complete a pink Speaking Request Card prior to the beginning of this agenda-related public comment portion of the meeting, and will have an opportunity to speak later in the meeting. Speakers who wish to speak on both types of topics will have their available time allocated among topics, and will have to save non-agenda comments for the appropriate segment of the agenda. If you have any materials you wish to share with the Board, please provide them to the Board Secretary prior to speaking. Each speaker has up to a total of three (3) minutes to address the board at a meeting. If you see the yellow light on the podium, please wrap your comments up to leave time for other speakers. Speakers will be called to come forward by the Chairman. Prior to making your remarks, please state your name and address for the record. All speakers and comments are subject to applicable School Board bylaws and policies, including those requiring appropriate decorum and civility. All statements should be directed to the Board and be relevant to the agenda item on which you are speaking. Neither the Board, individual Board Members, nor the Superintendent will be expected to respond to questions or comments made during public comments. Staff members shall not be expected to answer questions from the audience unless called upon by the Board Chairman or the Superintendent. Any public comments from the Let’s Talk platform have been submitted to the School Board members for review and will be uploaded to this agenda or otherwise preserved as a public record. Please be advised that any materials provided to the School Board during public comment will become a public record and will be subject to a public records request. File Attachments 6. Public Comment Subject 6.2 United School Employees of Pasco Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information File Attachments 6. Public Comment Subject 6.3 Board Member Committee Reports Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information File Attachments 6. Public Comment Subject 6.4 Dr. John Legg, Superintendent of Schools Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information File Attachments 6. Public Comment Subject 6.5 Staff Comments Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information File Attachments 7. Expulsion Recommendations/Hearings (None) 8. Consent Agenda (Action) Subject 8.1 Approval of Consent Agenda Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 9. Student Achievement (Consent) Subject 9.1 Disciplinary Reassignment Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Disciplinary Reassignment Change of placement occurs when Pasco County Students wish to attend schools in other counties, students from other counties wish to attend Pasco County Schools as non-residents or when students are offered a change of placement through a formal Change of Placement Review Committee, or a formal appeal hearing. Attachment A lists the students who are pending action or are being recommended for a change of placement. Attachment B is a cumulative report for change of placements and expulsions. Respectfully submitted by Melissa Musselwhite, Executive Director, Student Support Programs and Services, 813-794-2165. File Attachments Attachment A.pdf (128 KB) Attachment B.pdf (148 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 9. Student Achievement (Consent) Subject 9.2 School Field Trips - Academic Achievement Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve School Field Trips Field trips are submitted by school administrators or district staff to the Superintendent's office for School Board approval when they require out-of-state or international travel, or an overnight stay. Below is a summary of the requests received since the last School Board meeting. School Participants Destination Funding Date Purpose JWMHS Yearbook Students New York, NY Yearbook Internal Funds March 2026 Students have the opportunity to attend the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) in New York City. This nationally recognized event brings together student journalists and yearbook teams from across the country for three days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. JWMHS Yearbook Students Minneapolis, MN Yearbook Internal Funds April 2026 Students have the opportunity to attend the National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) Spring Convention in Minneapolis. This is one of the largest gatherings of student journalists and yearbook staff in the country. This experience will shape the way our students create, collaborate, and lead. Respectfully submitted by Assistant Superintendents for Elementary, Middle, and High Schools; 813-794-2753. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 9. Student Achievement (Consent) Subject 9.3 IASC: Mater Academy Northwood Elementary School Charter Application - Academic Achievement Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Mater Academy Northwood Elementary School Charter Application Pursuant to Section 1002.33(6)(b) Florida Statutes, the School Board is required to timely review and consider all new charter applications submitted to the District. By majority vote, the Board shall approve or deny each application. On September 18, 2025, Fernando Barroso, Academica, submitted a new charter school standard application with replication of an existing school model for the proposed Mater Academy Northwood Elementary School. If approved, the proposed charter school is projected to open during the 2026-27 school year. The proposed charter school includes a plan to serve students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. The anticipated location of the charter school is 1180 Dunham Station Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL. 33544. The maximum student enrollment projection for Year 1 (2026-2027) is 242 for Kindergarten through grades 5; Year 2 (2027-2028) is 282 for grades K-5; Year 3 (2028-2029) is 398 for grades K-5, Year 4 (2029-2030) is 514 for grades K-5, and Year 5 (2030-2031) is 630 for grades K-5. The mission of Mater Academy Northwood Elementary School is “to provide a safe, supportive high school preparatory learning environment, this is rigorous, relevant, and promotes critical thinking and encourages individual expression that enable students to become confident, self-directed, and responsible lifelong learners.” Attached, is the completed Florida Charter School Application Evaluation Instrument. Overall, 19 of the 22 sections of the application “Meets the Standard.” Three of the 22 sections of the application “Partially Meets the Standard.” There were no sections rated as “Did Not Meet the Standard.” Respectfully submitted by Samantha Del Valle, Director, Innovation, Advanced Studies and Choice, 813-794-2547. File Attachments Mater Academy Northwood ES Evaluation Instrument 1.13.25 Board.pdf (520 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 9. Student Achievement (Consent) Subject 9.4 IASC: Mater Academy Northwood Middle School Charter Application - Academic Achievement Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Mater Academy Northwood Middle School Charter Application Pursuant to Section 1002.33(6)(b) Florida Statutes, the School Board is required to timely review and consider all new charter applications submitted to the District. By majority vote, the Board shall approve or deny each application. On September 18, 2025, Fernando Barroso, Academica, submitted a new charter school standard application with replicating of an existing school model for the proposed Mater Academy Northwood Middle School. If approved, the proposed charter school is projected to open during the 2026-27 school year. The proposed charter school includes a plan to serve students in 6th through 8th grade. The anticipated location of the charter school is 1180 Dunham Station Drive, Wesley Chapel, FL., 33544. The maximum student enrollment projection for Year 1 (2026-2027) is 154 for grade 6; Year 2 (2027-2028) is 330 for grades 6-7; Year 3 (2028-2029) is 528 for grades 6-8, Year 4 (2029-2030) is 572 for grades 6-8, and Year 5 (2030-2031) is 594 for grades 6-8. The mission of Mater Academy Northwood Middle School is “to provide a safe, supportive high school preparatory learning environment, that is rigorous, relevant and promotes critical thinking and encourages individual expression that enable students to become confident, self-directed, and responsible lifelong learners.” Attached, is the completed Florida Charter School Application Evaluation Instrument. Overall, 19 of the 22 sections of the application “Meets the Standard.” Three of the 22 sections of the application “Partially Meets the Standard.” There were no sections rated as “Did Not Meet the Standard.” Respectfully submitted by Samantha Del Valle, Director, Innovation, Advanced Studies and Choice, 813-794-2547. File Attachments Mater Academy Northwood MS Evaluation Instrument 1.13.25 Board.pdf (523 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 10. Grants (Consent) Subject 10.1 School District Exceptional Student Evaluation Program (Non-Competitive) - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve School District Exceptional Student Evaluation Program (Non-Competitive) The purpose of this non-competitive grant is to support districts in meeting the statutory requirements outlined in Section 1002.394(7)(b), Florida Statute related to the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities. Targeted funding is available for the development of IEP and/or Matrix. Respectfully submitted by Kevin Shibley Esq., Chief of Staff, 813-794-2784. File Attachments 26C133 Exceptional Student Evaluation Program_MIS 538_board copy.pdf (432 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 11. Administration (Consent) Subject 11.1 Personnel Recommendations (including addendum, if any) - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Personnel Recommendations (including addendum, if any) Attached are the requests for Board actions for administrative, instructional, non-instructional, and professional/technical personnel. These actions include, as necessary, appointments, contract adjustments, resignations, retirements, supplements, suspensions, terminations, and transfers. Respectfully submitted by Mary Faulk, Director, Human Resources and Educator Quality, 813-794-2355. Addendum added on January 13, 2026. File Attachments Board_Agenda 1.13.26.pdf (704 KB) HREQ BOARD ADDENDUM 1.13.26.pdf (845 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 11. Administration (Consent) Subject 11.2 Out-of-State Travel: Pittsburgh Education Recruitment Consortium (PERC) Job Fair 2026 (Pennsylvania) - Career Connected Learning Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Out-of-State Travel: Pittsburgh Education Recruitment Consortium (PERC) Job Fair 2026 (Pennsylvania) Procedures require School Board approval for out-of-state travel. Department/Director Human Resources / Mary Faulk, Director Traveler Kaley Aguilera Event Pittsburgh Education Recruitment Consortium (PERC) Job Fair 2026 Event Dates March 24th - March 25th, 2026 Event Location Monroeville, PA - Convention Center Anticipated Expenses $1,228.62 Funding Source Recruitment travel Approver Kevin Shibley Esq., Chief of Staff Purpose This event will help to continue our recruitment efforts and grow our talent pipeline. Additionally, it will allow for Pasco County Schools to continue to cultivate and sustain a pipeline of World-Class employees from outside of Florida. Respectfully submitted by Kevin Shibley Esq., Chief of Staff, 813-794-2784. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 11. Administration (Consent) Subject 11.3 Out-of-State Travel: Tyler Connect 2026 (Nevada) - Career Connected Learning Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Out-of-State Travel: Tyler Connect 2026 (Nevada) Procedures require School Board approval for out-of-state travel. Department/Director Office of Technology and Information Services/Chris Jackson Travelers Judith Zollo/Morgan Pavlak/Ashley Williamson Event Tyler Connect 2026 Event Dates April 7th - 10th, 2026 Event Location Clark County, NV - Convention Center Anticipated Expenses $5,857.00 total for all travelers Funding Source OTIS Travel funds Approver Kevin Shibley Esq., Chief of Staff Purpose Continuing development and support of Tyler Enterprise ERP/Munis. Respectfully submitted by Kevin Shibley Esq., Chief of Staff, 813-794-2853. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 11. Administration (Consent) Subject 11.4 Revised Job Description (Administrative Intern) - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Revised Job Description (Administrative Intern) In order to update the requirements of the current Administrative Intern job description, submitted is the revised Administrative Intern job description for approval. There are no changes to allocations; this will be revenue neutral with no impact on the budget. New or Revised Title Group/BU Notes Revised Administrative Intern Instructional Revised job description with updated duties, requirements, etc. Respectfully submitted by Mary Faulk, Director, Human Resources and Educator Quality, 813-794-2355. File Attachments JD Auth Form_INST Administrative Intern.pdf (340 KB) INST_Administrative Intern (1).pdf (347 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 12. Operations (Consent) Subject 12.1 MAINTENANCE: Surplus Equipment - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Surplus Equipment Florida Statutes require the school board to declare surplus assets of the school board before disposal can occur. The school board currently owns surplus equipment; see attached list. The equipment on this list no longer operational, obsolete, and/or too costly to repair. The applicable cost center heads and appropriate departments have made the preceding determination. The following actions are necessary: 1. Board to declare equipment surplus. 2. Board to authorize disposition. 3. Board to approve equipment to be sold through a commercial auction, and/or recycle with an approved electronics vendor as applicable. Respectfully submitted by Mark Fox, Director, Maintenance, 727-774-7900 . File Attachments Surplus Equipment 01132026.pdf (213 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 12. Operations (Consent) Subject 12.2 PLANNING: Angeline Academy of Innovation Cell Tower - Estoppel Certificate - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Angeline Academy of Innovation Cell Tower - Estoppel Certificate On February 7, 2023, the School Board entered into a lease agreement with Vertex Development, LLC, to construct a cell tower on the campus of Angeline Academy of Innovation. The cell tower was completed in 2025 and currently receives $2,421.88 per month in revenue. EverLink Towers, LLC, is looking to acquire Vertex’s interest in this lease and, as such, is seeking approval of the Estoppel Certificate. The terms of our lease do not change. Respectfully submitted by Chris Williams, Director, Planning Services, 813-794-7978. File Attachments Angeline Estoppel.pdf (205 KB) Angeline Academy Vertex Cell Tower Lease 2023-02-07.pdf (5,966 KB) Signature Page 12.2 1-13-26.pdf (125 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.1 Allocation Changes 2025/2026 - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Allocation Changes 2025/2026 Allocations for the 2025/2026 school year received School Board approval on June 17, 2025. Since the allocations were approved, it is necessary to amend or make adjustments in funding to identified position in or der to continue services: Add Additional Duty NI Before & After School TOES Internal Funds Add Inst. Asst. UniSIG District, State & Federal Programs/GSES UniSIG @GSES Respectfully submitted by Kevin Shibley Esq., Chief of Staff, 813-794-2853. File Attachments TOES PC Form 12-9-2025.pdf (127 KB) DSFP - GSES ADD IA UNISIG.pdf (2,235 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.2 FINANCE: Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025 - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025 In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, the District prepares an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). In addition, Section 11.45, Florida Statutes, requires a financial audit by an independent certified public accounting firm. The Florida Auditor General conducted the audit of the District's financial records. The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, along with the auditor's opinion, is presented for approval. The auditor's opinion affirms the District's practice of providing proper accountability of public resources. https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/library/finance/Pasco_County_Schools_24-25_ACFR.pdf Respectfully submitted by Jayne Haire, Director, Finance Services, 813-794-2294. File Attachments Pasco County Schools 24-25 ACFR.pdf (21,409 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.3 PULLED FOR DISCUSSION - SEE ITEM 15 FOR VOTE - FINANCE: Investment Oversight Committee Members for FY 2025/2026 - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Discussion Item pulled for discussion - see Item 15 for vote. In accordance with the Investment Oversight Committee by-laws, committee members must be approved by the school board. Each Board member appoints one voting member to the committee for a total of five (5) committee members. The term of service for each member is (2) years with provision for renewal. The current committee members and term are as follows: Mr. Tim Baldwin: Term expires June 30, 2027 Mr. Geoff Balkcom: Term expires June 30, 2026 Mr. Jeff Woei: Term expires June 30, 2026 Dr. Paula O'Neil: Term expires June 30, 2027 Mr. Tim Pierson: Term expires June 30, 2026 Respectfully submitted by Tammy Taylor, Chief Finance Officer, 813-794-2272. Item pulled for discussion - see Item 15 for vote. File Attachments 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.4 Out-of-State Travel: National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Leadership Summit - Impact (Arizona) - Career Connected Learning Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Out-of-State Travel: National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Leadership Summit - Impact (Arizona) Procedures require School Board approval for out-of-state travel. Department/ Director Purchasing Services/James Class Traveler/s Stephanie Bunford and Zsuzsanna McGovern Event The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Leadership Summit-Impact Event Dates February 18-22, 2026 Event Location Tuscon, Arizona Anticipated Expenses $460.00 total for both travelers Funding Source Purchasing Services Travel Funds Approver Tammy Taylor, Chief Finance Officer Purpose The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Leadership Summit is an opportunity for the Purchasing Manager and Senior Buyer to learn from other procurement professionals, elevate their leadership and inspire their team to achieve their goals. Respectfully submitted by Tammy Taylor, Chief Finance Officer, 813-794-2272. File Attachments Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.5 PURCHASING: Contracts and Agreements - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Contracts and Agreements In accordance with Florida State Statute 287.017, Department of Education Rule 6A-1.012, and School Board Policy 6320, the attached agreements and contracts are being submitted for Board approval. Respectfully submitted by James Class, Director, Purchasing Services, 813-794-2222. File Attachments Agreements_and_Contracts_20260113.pdf (621 KB) Agreement1_Nova_Southeastern_University.pdf (3,841 KB) Signature Page 13.5 1-13-26.pdf (153 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.6 PURCHASING: Miscellaneous Purchasing Requests - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Miscellaneous Purchasing Requests In accordance with Florida State Statute 287.017, Department of Education Rule 6A-1.012, and School Board Policy 6320, the attached requests are being submitted for Board approval. Respectfully submitted by James Class, Director, Purchasing Services, 813-794-2222. File Attachments Contracts_and_Purchase_Orders_Report_20260113.pdf (478 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.7 PURCHASING: Purchases Using Awarded Agency Contracts - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Purchases Using Awarded Agency Contracts In accordance with Federal regulation 2 CFR 200, Florida State Statute 287.017, Department of Education Rule 6A-1.012, and School Board Policy 6320, the attached requests are being submitted for Board approval. Federal regulation 2 CFR 200.320(b) allows for the acquisition of commodities and services through sealed bids and requests for proposals. Florida Administrative Code Rule 6A-1.012(6) allows the Board to make purchases at or below the specified prices from contracts awarded by other governmental agencies. This request is for this year's expenditures only and will be brought to the Board for budget approval in subsequent years. This request is also to approve the issuance of purchase orders and the signing of contracts by authorized individuals, if necessary, after review by the Legal Department. Respectfully submitted by James Class, Director, Purchasing Services, 813-794-2222. File Attachments Purchases_Using_Awarded_Agency_Contracts_20260113.pdf (447 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.8 PURCHASING: Recommendations for Award of Solicitations (DATE/TIME: January 6, 2026; 14:00:00) - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Recommendations for Award of Solicitations In accordance with Florida State Statute 287.017, Department of Education Rule 6A-1.012, and School Board Policy 6320, the attached bid recommendations are being submitted for Board approval. Respectfully submitted by James Class, Director, Purchasing Services, 813-794-2222. File Attachments 26-016-DM_CM_for_High_School_OOO_Board_Recommendation_20260113-signed.pdf (695 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.9 PURCHASING: Solicitation and Contract Renewals - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Solicitation and Contract Renewals In accordance with Florida State Statute 287.017, Department of Education Rule 6A-1.012, and School Board Policy 6320, solicitation and contract renewals are submitted for Board approval. Respectfully submitted by James Class, Director, Purchasing Services, 813-794-2222. File Attachments Solicitation_and_Contract_Renewals_20260113.pdf (640 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.10 PURCHASING: Vendor Expenditures - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Vendor Expenditures In accordance with Federal regulation 2 CFR 200, Florida State Statute 287.017, Department of Education Rule 6A-1.012, and School Board Policy 6320, the attached requests are being submitted for Board approval. This request is for this year's expenditures only and will be brought to the Board for budget approval in subsequent years. This request is also to approve the issuance of purchase orders and the signing of contracts by authorized individuals, if necessary, after review by the Legal Department. Respectfully submitted by James Class, Director, Purchasing Services, 813-794-2222. File Attachments Vendor_Expenditures_20260113.pdf (445 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 13. Chief Finance Officer (Consent) Subject 13.11 PURCHASING: Use of Facilities - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve Use of Facilities Requests for Use of Facilities (Lease for Use of Buildings and/or Grounds, MIS #113) are submitted by school administrators or district staff to the Superintendent's office for School Board approval. Respectfully submitted by James Class, Director, Purchasing Services, 813-794-2222. File Attachments Use_of_Facilities_Report_20260113.pdf (442 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 14. Internal Audit (Consent) Subject 14.1 School Internal Fund Financial Statement Audit and Audit Communication Year Ended June 30, 2025 - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Motion to approve the School Internal Fund Financial Statement Audit and Audit Communication Year Ended June 30, 2025 The Internal Audit Department will submit for board review and approval the external auditor, Forvis Mazars, LLP, report of School District of Pasco County, Florida School Internal Funds, Financial Statements and Supplemental Information For the Year Ended June 30, 2025. In addition, please find attached the external auditor's Management Representation Letter, and Audit Communication Letter. Respectfully submitted by Carolyn A. McGriff, Director, Internal Audit, 813-794-2280. File Attachments 2025 - School District of Pasco County, Florida - TCWG Final.pdf (1,547 KB) 2025 - School District of Pasco County Florida - FS Final.pdf (398 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the consent agenda and all consent agenda items, including addenda or revisions, as recommended by the superintendent Motion by Cynthia Armstrong, second by Al Hernandez. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Cynthia Armstrong, Colleen Beaudoin, Megan Harding, Al Hernandez, Jessica Wright 15. Items Removed From Consent Agenda Subject 15.1 15.1 13.3 FINANCE: Investment Oversight Committee Members for FY 2025/2026 - Operational Excellence Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Action Recommended Action Motion to approve Investment Oversight Committee Members for FY 2025/2026 In accordance with the Investment Oversight Committee by-laws, committee members must be approved by the school board. Each Board member appoints one voting member to the committee for a total of five (5) committee members. The term of service for each member is (2) years with provision for renewal. The current committee members and term are as follows: Mr. Tim Baldwin: Term expires June 30, 2027 Mr. Geoff Balkcom: Term expires June 30, 2026 Mr. Jeff Woei: Term expires June 30, 2026 Dr. Paula O'Neil: Term expires June 30, 2027 Mr. Tim Pierson: Term expires June 30, 2026 Respectfully submitted by Tammy Taylor, Chief Finance Officer, 813-794-2272. File Attachments Motion & Voting 16. Miscellaneous Action Items (Action) (None) 17. Closing Subject 17.1 Individual Board Member Reports Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information File Attachments 17. Closing Subject 17.2 Other New Business Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information File Attachments 17. Closing Subject 17.3 School Board Attorney Comments Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information File Attachments 18. Public Comment (Non Agenda Items) Subject 18.1 Public Comment (Non Agenda Items) Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information This is the opportunity for the public to be heard on any general topic of relevance to the operation of Pasco County schools. To speak at this time, you must have already submitted a PINK Speaking Request Card found on the tables at the entrance to the boardroom, prior to the beginning of public comment on meeting agenda items. If you have any documents you wish to share with the Board, please provide them to the Board Secretary prior to speaking. As indicated earlier, each speaker has up to a total of three (3) minutes to address the board at a meeting. If you see the yellow light on the podium, please wrap your comments up to leave time for other speakers. Speakers will be called to come forward by the Chairman. Prior to making your remarks, please state your name and address for the record. All speakers and comments are subject to applicable School Board bylaws and policies, including those requiring appropriate decorum and civility. All statements should be directed to the Board and be relevant to the operation of Pasco County Schools. Neither the Board, individual Board Members, nor the Superintendent will be expected to respond to questions or comments made during public comment. Staff members shall not be expected to answer questions from the audience unless called upon by the Board Chairman or the Superintendent. Please note that although the Board encourages citizen participation, no immediate action will be taken on items presented during the public comment portion of the meeting. Any public comments from the Let’s Talk platform have been submitted to the School Board members for review and will be uploaded to this agenda or otherwise preserved as a public record. Please be advised that any materials provided to the School Board during public comment will become a public record and will be subject to a public records request. Speaking request cards were added on January 14, 2026. Visitor log was added on January 14, 2026. Let's Talk Public Comments updated on January 16, 2026. File Attachments Speaker Request Cards - General Topic.pdf (362 KB) Visitor Log 01-13-26.pdf (66 KB) Public Comment Let's Talk Non Agenda.pdf (362 KB) 01-12-2026 Ticket for Pasco County Schools.Pdf (138 KB) 19. Adjourn Subject 19.1 Adjourn Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Procedural File Attachments 20. Meeting Information Subject 20.1 Meetings Meeting Jan 13, 2026 - School Board Meeting (6:00 PM) Type Information January 13, 2026 - Workshop Session - 4:30 PM January 13, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 6:00 PM February 3, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 9:30 AM February 17, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 6:00 PM March 3, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 9:30 PM March 17, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 6:00 PM April 14, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 6:00 PM Note: All School Board meetings and workshops are held in the boardroom, unless noted otherwise. NOTICE: If a person intends to appeal the board's decision with respect to any matter, or has any thought that an appeal may be taken, the person has the responsibility to ensure that a verbatim (word for word) record of the proceeding is made and that the record includes all testimony and evidence upon which an appeal is to be based. NOTICE: If you are a person with a disability who requires reasonable accommodations in order to attend a school board meeting, please call 727-774-2649 (West Pasco), 813-794-2649 (Central Pasco), or 352-524-2649 (East Pasco) not later than three (3) days before the meeting. File Attachments

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

Jan 13, 2026