THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.

2 Tuesday, December 9, 2025 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY Regular Meeting - December 9, 2025 School Board Room - 5:00 p.m. 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order and Welcome Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will call the meeting to order and extend greetings. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. File Attachments Subject 1.3 Kids at Hope Treasure Hunters' Pledge Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural The Chairman will lead the Kids at Hope Treasure Hunters Pledge. File Attachments Subject 1.4 Allapattah Flats K8 Student Performance Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Presentation Students from Allapattah Flats K8, under the direction of Brianne Yates, will provide a special presentation. File Attachments 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Subject 2.1 Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Type Presentation Description: The Board will recognize the Principal of the Year, Latricia Stubbs-James (Dan McCarty Middle School) and Assistant Principal of the Year, Lauren Gieseler (White City Elementary). Submitted by: Annette Jackson, Executive Assistant to the Assistant to the Superintendent Contact person: Dr. Kevin G. Perry, Assistant to the Superintendent Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Subject 2.2 Perfect Score - High School Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 2. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS Type Presentation Description: The Board will be acknowledging those high school students who have received a perfect score on last year's state assessments. Submitted by: Lydia Martin, Chief Communications Officer Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments High School Perfect Score.docx (20 KB) 3. EASL REPORT Subject 3.1 EASL Reports/Comments Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 3. EASL REPORT Type Report File Attachments 4. CWA REPORT Subject 4.1 CWA Reports/Comments Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 4. CWA REPORT Type Report File Attachments 5. ST. LUCIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL Subject 5.1 SLPS Youth Advisory Council Reports/Comments Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 5. ST. LUCIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL Type Report File Attachments 6. CONSENT AGENDA Subject 6.1 Adoption of Consent Agenda Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action, Discussion Recommended Action There is a motion and second to adopt the consent agenda as presented. File Attachments Motion & Voting There is a motion and second to adopt the consent agenda as presented. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 6.2 Superintendent's Recommendation for Approval of Consent Agenda Items Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action (Consent), Discussion Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. File Attachments Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 6.3 Remove Items from Consent Agenda for Discussion Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 6. CONSENT AGENDA Type Action, Procedural, Discussion Recommended Action Action is at the Board's discretion. File Attachments 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Subject 7.1 Payment of Bills Oct 2025 Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Payment of Bills for the month of Oct 2025, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Payment of Bills report for the month of Oct 2025 is presented for Board action. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O’Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: There is a financial impact on the Board agenda item presented. See attached Sequential Check Listing report of Oct 2025. File Attachments Payment of Bills - Oct 2025.pdf (461 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 7.2 Monthly Financial Reports Oct 2025 Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Monthly Financial Reports for Oct 2025, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Monthly Financial Reports for Oct 2025 are presented for Board action as required by State Board Rules 6A-1.008. Attached are the Revenue and Expense Summary reports for Oct 2025. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Expense Report-Oct 2025.pdf (110 KB) Revenue Report-Oct 2025.pdf (41 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 7.3 Adams Remco Lease Agreement for the Business Services Department. Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Adams Remco Lease on behalf of the Business Services Department, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: It is requested that the Board approve copier/printer/scanner equipment lease agreement with Adams Remco Leases on behalf of the Business Services Department as presented and attached to the agenda. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: Business Services Department total lease payment $ 6,263.64 Annually RICOH IM5000 $3,057.72 annually; 3726E7400 6420 0554 93190. This fund source is the department's capital budget. RICOH IMC4510 $3,205.92 annually; 3726E7400 6420 0554 93190. This fund source is the department's capital budget 1000E7500 3902 0554 10100 00000 00000 Clicks Color $109.00/mo. $1,308.00 Annually File Attachments Adams Remco Business Services Dec 25.pdf (289 KB) 12.09.25--Adams Remco Bus. Services Dec. 25 Orig. Signed.pdf (284 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 7.4 Adams Remco Lease Agreement for the Student Assignment Department. Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Adams Remco Lease on behalf of the Student Assignment Department, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: : It is requested that the Board approve copier/printer/scanner equipment lease agreement with Adams Remco Leases on behalf of the Student Assignment Department as presented and attached to the agenda. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: Student Assignment Department total lease payment $ 2,662.68 Annually RICOH IM5000 $2,662.68 annually; 3726E7400 6420 0523 93190. This fund source is the department's capital budget. 1000E6110 3902 0523 20100 00000 00000 Clicks Color $105.60/mo. $1,267.20 Annually File Attachments Adams Remco Student Assignment Dec 25.pdf (1,680 KB) 12.09.25--Adams Remco Student Assignment Dec. 25 Orig. Signed.pdf (2,301 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 7.5 JCM Copier Lease for the Transportation Department Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 7. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Finance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the JCM Copier lease on behalf of the Transportation Department, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: It is requested that the Board approve a copier/printer/scanner equipment lease agreement with JCM Copiers on behalf of the Transportation Department as presented and attached to the agenda. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Christine O'Rourke, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Financial implications: Transportation Department total lease payment $2,364.00/annually. EPSON AMM5500 $2,364.00 annually; 3726E7400 6420 0501 93190 . This fund source is the department's capital budget. 120,000 clicks included. File Attachments JCM COPIERS Transportation Dept Dec 25.pdf (498 KB) 12.09.25--JCM Copiers Transportation Dept. Dec. 25 Orig. Signed.pdf (1,182 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Subject 8.1 ITB 26-03 Dairy Products to School Cafeterias Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board award ITB 26-03 the responsive and responsible vendor as listed below, and authorize Purchasing Department to renew the contract for three (3) additional one-year periods contingent upon annual contract performance review, the initial term contract to commence on 1/1/2026 through 12/31/2026; Option Year 1 - 1/1/2027 through 12/31/2027, Option Year 2 - 1/1/2028 through 12/31/2028, Option Year 3 - 1/1/2029 through 12/31/2029, as presented. Description: The purpose and intent of this Invitation to Bid is to secure firm prices and establish a term contract for the delivery of milk and miscellaneous dairy products for approximately 81 schools in St Lucie County, Okeechobee County and Indian River County School Districts. Thirteen vendors were solicited. Two (2) responses were received. The tabulation is attached for review. AUTHORITY FOR ACTION: Florida Administrative Code 6A-1.012, Florida Statute 287.057. Vendor Recommended for Award: DFA Dairy Brands Fluid, LLC (d/b/a TG Lee Dairy) The initial term contract shall commence on January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026 Option Year 1 - January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027 Option Year 2 - January 1, 2028, through December 31, 2028 Option Year 3 - January 1, 2029, through December 31, 2029 Submitted By: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Prepared by: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations Financial Implications: The estimated usage on this contract is $2,697,975.28 for all three Districts. St Lucie Public Schools' costs will be paid utilizing Food Service funds, funds generated from the Child Nutrition Program. File Attachments ITB 26-03 Dairy Products to School Cafeterias.pdf (1,043 KB) ITB 26-03 Intent to Award.pdf (509 KB) ITB 26-03 Tabulation Sheet.pdf (151 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 8.2 RFP 26-02 Internal Auditor Services Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board award RFP 26-02 to the vendor listed below, and authorize Purchasing Department to renew the contract for three (3) additional one-year periods contingent upon annual contract performance review. Initial contract term will be December 10, 2025 through December 9, 2026, Renewal Year 1 - December 10, 2026 through December 9, 2027, Renewal Year 2 - December 10, 2027 through December 9, 2028 and Renewal Year 3 - December 10, 2028 through December 9, 2029. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is to provide Internal Auditor Services for St Lucie School District. Thirty-eight (38) vendors were solicited. Two (2) responses were received. The scoring sheets are attached for review. The Evaluation Committee selected Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC for recommendation of award. AUTHORITY FOR ACTION: Florida Administrative Code 6A-1.012, Florida Statute 287.057. Initial contract term is December 10, 2025 through December 9, 2026 Renewal Year 1 - December 10, 2026 through December 9, 2027 Renewal Year 2 - December 10, 2027 through December 9, 2028 Renewal Year 3 - December 10, 2028 through December 9, 2029 Submitted By: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Prepared by: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations, (772) 429-3980 Financial Implications: The fees for the contract will be paid with general funds. The anticipated cost is approximately $100,000 per contract year. File Attachments RFP 26-02 Internal Auditor Services.pdf (720 KB) RFP 26-02 Intent to Award 2.pdf (177 KB) RFP 26-02 Internal Auditor Services - Scoring.pdf (209 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 8.3 Contract Amendment 1 with EverDriven Technologies, LLC Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the amendment with EverDriven Technologies, LLC (previously approved 5/14/24), as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The attached amendment extends the original agreement (approved 5/14/2024, item 10.3) to provide alternative student transportation services through June 30, 2026. The amendment also provides a 3% cap to service fee increases. The agreement is a piggyback on the Region 4 Education Service Center, Texas, Omnia Partners Contract No. R190401. Alternative student transportation (any transportation aside from the school bus) supplements a school district’s existing program by taking on smaller routes and those with students who have unique transportation needs. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations Financial implications: This is an annual purchase that varies based on student needs. In fiscal year 2024-2025 we spent approximately $1,300,000. Fund source 1000E7800 3904 0501 T5600 00000 00000. File Attachments Amendment 1 - SD of St Lucie County - Renewal and OMNIA Update_pe.pdf (85 KB) 05.14.24--EverDriven OMNIA Contract Orig. signed.pdf (5,092 KB) 12.09.25--Amendment 1 - SD of SLC EverDriven Tech. Orig. Signed.pdf (43 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 8.4 Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., Vehicle Order Agreement Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Enterprise Fleet Management Trust Vehicle Order, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: On June 25, 2019, the District entered into an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management to provide services to address all fleet holding costs, from acquisition to disposal. Services include maintenance, registration, delivery and reporting. The program provides proactive maintenance notifications, tracking and monitoring of expenses on a per-unit basis, maintenance records for life of vehicle, proactive KPI's for fleet optimization and financial oversight on all repairs. Enterprise reviewed over 1,300 lines of maintenance repair requests for the District's fleet, to ensure the repair is necessary and priced appropriately. The program has reduced downtime for maintenance and repairs, reduced fuel costs and increased employee productivity. The attached order is for the following: 3 Ford Escapes *All vehicles are replacements that were unrepairable and are necessary for District operations. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations Financial implications: $22,890.24 annually for three vehicles (including prepaid maintenance costs), paid with Food Service Fund (lease) and (maintenance) File Attachments 2025 Ford Escape Q9526627 x 3.pdf (41 KB) 12.09.25--2025 Ford Escape Q9526627 x 3 Orig. Signed.pdf (952 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 8.5 Declaration of Surplus Property - Damaged, Broken, Lost and Obsolete Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 8. Consent Agenda - Business Services - Purchasing Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board declare the attached list of damaged, broken, lost and/or obsolete equipment as surplus property and authorize staff to dispose of the property in a manner consistent with law. Description: Attached is a list of property which has been damaged, broken, obsolete, lost/missing or no longer of use to the District from the following locations: Morningside Elementary Southern Oaks St Lucie Elementary Transportation (Buses) Weatherbee Windmill Point The audit procedure utilizes the Fixed Asset Specialist as the primary auditor (with each site assisting in the location of items). The attached lists not only include broken, damaged and obsolete items, but also lost items. All items have reached full depreciation. The items are obsolete or broken and not able to be repaired. AUTHORITY FOR ACTION: Florida Statutes 274.05 and 274.06 Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director of Financial Operations, (772) 429-3980 Financial implications: The Board may realize an amount of revenue through a bid auction which cannot be determined at this time, or property may be donated to non-profit organizations or combination of donations and surplus sale. Funding source: There are no financial implications to the Board. This agenda item will not require the expenditure of funds. File Attachments November 2025 Disposals.pdf (274 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 9. Consent Agenda - Exceptional Student Education Subject 9.1 Doctoral Candidate Affiliation Agreement with Nova Southeastern University Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 9. Consent Agenda - Exceptional Student Education Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Doctoral Affiliation Agreement with Nova Southeastern University, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Doctoral Affiliation Agreement with Nova Southeastern University to assist the University in developing and implementing the clinical and practicum education experience for the University's occupational therapy doctoral candidates. Submitted by: Heather Roland, Executive Director, Exceptional Student Education and Student Services Contact person: Marcy Luckey, Director, Exceptional Student Education Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments NOVA - SLCSB - Doctoral Aff. Agmt..pdf (826 KB) 12.09.25--NOVA - SLCSB Doctoral Aff. Agmt. Orig. Signed.pdf (1,070 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 10. Consent Agenda - Facilities and Maintenance Subject 10.1 Project Agreement 2 with Wharton-Smith, Inc for Construction Management Services at Tradition Lakes K8. Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 10. Consent Agenda - Facilities and Maintenance Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Project Agreement 2 with Wharton-Smith for Construction Management Services at Tradition Lakes K8, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The project agreement 2 with Wharton-Smith is to perform construction management for the new construction of Tradition Lakes K8. This agreement is for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, windows, roofing, sprinklers, elevators, drywall/framing, and casework. Submitted by: Terence O'Leary, Chief Operations Officer Contact person: Matthew Weber, Building Services and Projects; Tony Rake, Sr. Project Manager Financial implications: The attached agreement for $34,062,857.74 shall be funded using 3910E7400 6320 0506 32309. File Attachments 32309 Tradition Lakes K-8 - CMAR Project Agreement 2.pdf (388 KB) 12.09.25--32309 Tradition Lakes K-8 CMAR Project Agmt. 2 Orig. Signed.pdf (1,226 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 11. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Subject 11.1 Human Resources Actions Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 11. Consent Agenda - Human Resources Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the attached personnel action items report, including leaves, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: The Agenda pertains to all personnel action matters/items that require Board approval. Submitted by: Dr. Rafael Sanchez, Jr., Executive Director, Human Resources Financial implications: The attached HR action items are budgeted in various accounts. File Attachments 12.09.25 Final Agenda.pdf (117 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 12. Consent Agenda - Minutes Subject 12.1 November 18, 2025, Organizational & Leasing Corporation Meetings Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Minutes Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the November 18, 2025, Organizational & Leasing Corporation Meetings Minutes, as submitted. Minutes View Minutes for Nov 18, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - ORGANIZATIO File Attachments Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 12.2 November 18, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 12. Consent Agenda - Minutes Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the November 18, 2025, Regular Board Meeting Minutes, as submitted. Minutes View Minutes for Nov 18, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEE File Attachments Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 13. Consent Agenda - Chief of Schools (Operations) Subject 13.1 St. Lucie West Centennial High School NJROTC Student Trip to Parris Island, SC, February 3-6, 2026 Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 13. Consent Agenda - Chief of Schools (Operations) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the St. Lucie West Centennial High School NJROTC student trip to Parris Island, SC, on February 3-6, 2026, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: Fifty student cadets and five chaperones from St. Lucie West Centennial High School NJROTC will be traveling to Parris Island, SC on February 3-6, 2026, to participate in confidence course, observe recruit training, practice PT training, and witness recruit graduation. Travel arrangements will be provided by Annett Bus Lines and overnight accommodations will be provided by the Marine Corps Barracks at Parris Island. Submitted by: Annette Jackson, Executive Assistant to the Assistant to the Superintendent Contact person: Monarae Miller-Buchanan, Executive Director of Schools Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 18604 NJROTC-Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island SC.pdf (442 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 13.2 Stipulated Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Penalty, and Final Orders #2177 - #2185 Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 13. Consent Agenda - Chief of Schools (Operations) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Stipulated Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Penalty, and Final Orders #2177 - #2185, as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: This item pertains to confidential agreements with students and their parents/guardians regarding suspensions and recommended orders for expulsion in the school year 2025-26. Submitted by: Dr. Craig Sommer, Chief of Schools Contact person: Amber Minarchick, Director of Alternative Education Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 14. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Subject 14.1 Amendment to Florida Atlantic University for Provision of Mental Health Services Providers Demonstration Grant Agreement for St. Lucie Social, Wellness and Emotional Learning Leaders Project (“SWELL Program”) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 14. Consent Agenda - Teaching and Learning Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Amendment to Florida Atlantic University Agreement for St. Lucie Social Wellness and Emotional Learning Leaders Project ("SWELL Program"), as presented and attached to the agenda. Description: This amendment extends the term to September 30, 2025, for the collaboration between Florida Atlantic University and St Lucie Public Schools as signed on August 18, 2020, and attached, to increase the number of certified School Counselors through implementing our United States Department of Education federal grant number S184X190028. This grant provides partial tuition for our employees admitted to the Master's Degree Program in Counselor Education. Contact person: Michael McCarthy, Federal and Special Programs Manager Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments C-26-146 Agreement Amend 1 NCE Villares PE.pdf (273 KB) 2024_02_23_ESacks_PSL_USDOE_NOV003882A_CONT.pdf (4,395 KB) 12.09.25--C26-146 Agreement Amend 1 FAU SWELL Program Orig. Signed.pdf (35 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the consent agenda as submitted. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Subject 15.1 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports October 2025 (Independence Classical Academy) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Independence Classical Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $770,350 or 11.99% based on Independence Classical Academy's estimates and -$296,303 or -5.10% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. The district budgeted $620,240 less in revenue than Independence. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzlez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 10_2025 Independence Classical Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (40 KB) 10-2025 Independence Classical FS Monthly Review.xlsx (222 KB) Subject 15.2 Charter School Monthly Financial Report October 2025 (Renaissance Charter School of St. Lucie) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance Charter School at St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $356,289 or 2.37% based on RCSSL's numbers and -$1,088,841 or -7.89% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCSSL budgeted $1,262,769 more in revenue than the District. Please note max enrollment per contract is 1340 and as of 06/30/26, RCSSL's actual FTE is 1422 . T he school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance and is projected to end the year with a positive fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 10_2025 RCSSL Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (35 KB) 10_2025 RCSSL FS Monthly Review.xlsx (305 KB) Subject 15.3 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports October 2025 (Renaissance Charter School of Tradition) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance at Tradition’s projected fund balance at year-end is $2,987,658 or 25.29% based on RCST's estimates and $1,792,535 or 16.74 % based on District estimates. The difference in the projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCST's budgeted $1,106,723 more in revenue than the District, due to a higher budget for FEFP. The school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statute 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 10_2025 RCSTrad Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (42 KB) 10_2025 RCST FS Monthly Review.xlsx (216 KB) Subject 15.4 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports October 2025 (Somerset Career Academy) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Career Academy's projected fund balance at year-end is $402,284 or 45.99 % based on Somerset Career Academy estimates and $273,895 or 38.00% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset Career Academy budgeted $153,920 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 10_2025 Somerset Career Academy Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (48 KB) 10-2025 Somerset Career Academy FS Monthly Review.xlsx (204 KB) Subject 15.5 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports October 2025 (Somerset St. Lucie) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Somerset Academy St. Lucie's projected fund balance at year-end is $832,755 or 10.46% based on Somerset St Lucie's estimates and $874,977 or 11.60% based on District numbers. The difference in projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. Somerset St. Lucie budgeted $419,421 more in revenue than the District. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statue 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 10_2025 Somerset St. Lucie Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (48 KB) 10-2025 Somerset St. Lucie FS Monthly Review.xlsx (214 KB) Subject 15.6 Charter School Monthly Financial Reports October 2025 (Renaissance Tradition Prep HS) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: Renaissance at Tradition Prep HS projected fund balance at year-end is $2,201,449 or 21.19% based on RCSTHS's estimates and $560,682 or 6.38 % based on District estimates. The difference in the projected fund balance is due to a difference in budgeted revenue. RCSTHS's budgeted $1,596,667 more in revenue than the District, due to a higher budget for FEFP. The school currently has a positive year-to-date fund balance. Charter school financial statements are presented to the Board for information only. No approval of a charter school's financial statement is required. This presentation/acceptance of charter school financial statements is to demonstrate compliance with section 1002.33, Florida Statutes. Specially, subsection (5)(b) requires the District, as sponsor, to monitor the revenues and expenditures of the charter school and perform duties provided in s. 1002.345. Statute 1002.345, referenced in 1002.33 (5)(b), details the requirements for the "Determination of deteriorating financial conditions and financial emergencies for charter schools and charter technical career centers". Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Yadira Gonzalez, Accountant II Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments 10_2025 Renaissance at Trad Prep Charter School Financial Review Checklist.docx (48 KB) 10_2025 Trad Prep HS Monthly Review.xlsx (364 KB) Subject 15.7 Summary of Contracts Signed Between $50,000 and $100,000 Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 15. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS Type Report Description: The Board requested notification on all contracts signed between $50,000 and $100,000 by the Superintendent or designee. Submitted by: Michelle Thomas, Chief Financial Officer Contact person: Kim Albritton, Director Financial Operations 772-429-3972 Financial implications: There are no financial implications to the Board. File Attachments Monthly Board Report - District Contracts _50-100k (December '25).pdf (78 KB) 16. SUPERINTENDENT AND STAFF REPORTS ON SELECTED TOPICS Subject 16.1 Superintendent and Staff Reports/Comments Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 16. SUPERINTENDENT AND STAFF REPORTS ON SELECTED TOPICS Type Action, Report, Discussion, Presentation File Attachments 17. ATTORNEY'S REPORT Subject 17.1 Attorney's Reports/Comments Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 17. ATTORNEY'S REPORT Type Action, Report, Discussion File Attachments 18. SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS' REPORTS / ACTION ITEM(S) Subject 18.1 Approval of Board Member Out-of-District Travel Request to Attend FSBA 39th Annual Day in the Legislature, January 28-29, 2026 Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS' REPORTS / ACTION ITEM(S) Type Action, Report, Discussion Recommended Action Following public comment, the Chairman will call for a motion and second to confirm that travel to attend the FSBA 39th Annual Day in the Legislature on January 28-29, 2026, in Tallahassee, FL, by Debbie Hawley is for official School Board business and that said travel complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. Description: Requests for Board member out-of-district and out-of-state travel reimbursement are Board-initiated items with no recommendation from the Superintendent, but for which the public must be afforded an opportunity to speak. The Chairman will call for comments from the public pertaining to the out-of-district travel request received from Chairman Debbie Hawley to attend the FSBA 39th Annual Day in the Legislature in Tallahassee, FL, on January 28-29, 2026. Section 1001.39(1), Florida Statutes, provides as follows: (1) In addition to the salary provided in s.1001.395, each member of a district school board shall be allowed, from the district school fund, reimbursement of travel expenses as authorized in s.112.061, provided that any travel outside the district that exceeds $500 requires prior approval by the district school board to confirm that such travel is for official business of the school district and complies with rules of the State Board of Education. Any request for travel outside the state must include an itemized list detailing all anticipated travel expenses, including, but not limited to, the anticipated costs of all means of travel, lodging, and subsistence. Immediately preceding a request, the public must have an opportunity to speak on the specific travel agenda item. Submitted by: Troy Ingersoll, Chairman Financial implications: Estimated $1461.60 from fund source 1000 E 7100 3330 0536 20100. File Attachments Motion & Voting Following public comment, the Chairman will call for a motion and second to confirm that travel to attend the FSBA 39th Annual Day in the Legislature on January 28-29, 2026, in Tallahassee, FL, by Debbie Hawley is for official School Board business and that said travel complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. Motion by Donna Mills, second by Terissa Aronson. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Donna Mills, Troy Ingersoll, Deborah Hawley, Terissa Aronson, Jennifer Richardson Subject 18.2 Board Members' Reports/Comments Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 18. SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS' REPORTS / ACTION ITEM(S) Type Action, Report, Discussion File Attachments 19. Scheduled Speaker(s) Subject 19.1 Chrisi Thanos Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 19. Scheduled Speaker(s) Type File Attachments 20. UNSCHEDULED SPEAKERS Subject 20.1 Unscheduled Speaker(s) Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 20. UNSCHEDULED SPEAKERS Type Presentation Each unscheduled speaker is allotted three minutes. File Attachments 21. ADJOURNMENT Subject 21.1 Time Adjourned Meeting Dec 9, 2025 - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY - REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025 - 5:00 P.M. Category 21. ADJOURNMENT Type Procedural File Attachments