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2 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Pinellas County Schools 5 p.m. School Administration Building 301 4th Street SW Largo, FL 33770 https://www.pcsb.org Vision: 100% Student Success Mission: "Educate and prepare each student for college, career and life." 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.2 Invocation Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.3 Pledge of Allegiance - Color Guard - Hollins High School JROTC U.S. Army Unit - Instructors - Lt. Colonel James Collins and Command Sergeant Major Edwin Rivera-Rivera Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.4 National Anthem Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.5 Video - Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future: Gibbs High School’s New History Museum Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.6 Introduction of Professional and Community Organization Reps - Isabel Mascareñas, Public Information Officer Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 1. Opening of Meeting Subject 1.7 Presentation by Student Rights and Responsibilities - Hollins High School Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments 2. Amendments to the Agenda Subject 2.1 Possible Changes to the Agenda Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Amend the Agenda File Attachments 3. Adoption of Agenda Subject 3.1 Adoption of Agenda Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adopt Agenda File Attachments 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.1 Presentation of the Proclamation Designating March 2-6, 2026, as "Newspaper in Education" Week Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March 2-6, 2026, as "Newspaper in Education" Week. BACKGROUND : Annually, during the first full school week in March, Newspaper in Education Week is celebrated. Newspaper in Education (NIE), an international program, encourages the use of daily newspapers as instructional classroom tools. Through NIE, newspapers are used across all classroom subjects as a supplemental teaching resource for students from elementary through adult education levels. The Tampa Bay Times’ Newspaper in Education program, a cooperative effort between schools and the Tampa Bay Times, encourages the use of newspapers as an educational resource. This informational text serves as a living textbook for all students. NIE supports educators and students throughout Tampa Bay by providing print and digital newspapers, curriculum supplements, teacher guides, educator workshops, and other classroom resources at no cost to schools, teachers, or students. Newspapers also provide teachers with contemporary informational texts that engage students and connect academic learning to real-world experiences. Students who learn to use the newspaper as an educational resource become lifelong readers and, as adults, more informed and engaged citizens. SUBMITTED BY : Donnika M. Jones, Chief Academic Officer File Attachments 25-26 Proclamation Newspaper in Education Week 2-24-26.pdf (257 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.2 Presentation of Proclamation Designating March 2-6, 2026, as National School Breakfast Week Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action, Proclamation Recommended Action Approve the proclamation designating March 2-6, 2026, as National School Breakfast Week. BACKGROUND : National School Breakfast Week was established in 1989 to promote the value of a healthy school breakfast. School districts across the nation will observe National School Breakfast Week, March 2-6, 2026. By celebrating National School Breakfast Week, all schools are encouraged to recognize the importance of a healthy start to the day in fueling a child's academic success. Students are more likely to achieve higher academic success, score higher on standardized tests, and improve concentration when they have a healthy breakfast. This year's theme is "The Quest for School Breakfast." As every great quest begins with a strong start, breakfast marks the start of the journey for students each morning. Across the district, schools will energize students by transforming breakfast from a daily routine into a shared adventure. Throughout National School Breakfast Week, the Food and Nutrition department will promote activities that showcase the benefits of a healthy school breakfast and a fun week of celebration. RATIONALE : National School Breakfast Week recognizes the importance of a healthy start to the day in fueling a child's academic success. Studies show that when students have a healthy breakfast, they achieve higher levels and have better attendance. DATA SOURCES : Anthony Anastasas, Supervisor, Child Nutrition SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments Proclamation - National School Breakfast Week March 2-6, 2026 2.24.26.pdf (147 KB) 4. Special Order Agenda Subject 4.3 Recognition of Recipients of State and National Awards, Various Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Recognition Goals 4. Strategic Priority 1: Academic Excellence Through Innovation BACKGROUND : The School Board is pleased to recognize students demonstrating excellence at state and national levels in academics and/or extra-curricular activities. Pinellas County Schools' students annually compete at prestigious events within the arts, athletics, career and technical education, JROTC, and academic programs. As part of the district's Strategic Priority 1: Academic Excellence Through Innovation, the School Board commends these students for bringing distinction to themselves, their school, the district, and the community. File Attachments 5. Public Comments on Agenda Items Subject 5.1 Meeting Procedures Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Information Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak during the public hearing and regarding the topic of the public hearing. In each case, you Must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; Must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers for that speaking opportunity or before the last speaker for that opportunity concludes their comments, whichever is later; Will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; Will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson or a majority vote of the Board; and May not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: If a speaker wants to supplement their three (3) minute presentation, the speaker should provide the Board office with written materials prior to the meeting. Board members will make every effort to review these materials. Board members may not be able to review materials received less than two (2) business days prior to the Board meeting. The Board will not act on any matter raised by a speaker prior to the next regular meeting. If a majority of the Board desires to further consider a matter raised by a speaker, they will request the Superintendent to bring a recommendation at a future workshop or meeting or otherwise address the issue. It is generally the Board's practice not to respond to the issues brought forward by speakers except to correct inaccuracies or clarify issues. Speakers may not use any of the speaking opportunities to advertise or otherwise promote the interests of any commercial or other non-school organizations, except when recognizing school or district partners or when one of the exceptions in Policy 9700.01 applies. Further, no speaker may advertise or otherwise promote a political candidate, question or party. Regulation of Disruptive Speech Board meetings are a limited open forum for First Amendment purposes and your exercise of your First Amendment right of free speech in that context will be recognized and protected, subject to reasonable restrictions as to time, place and manner. Applause is permitted only when awards are granted. To ensure the expeditious and orderly process of Board meetings, the Chairperson may: Interrupt or terminate a speaker when his/her statement is not relevant, exceeds the time allotted or is abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, profane, loud, interruptive or otherwise interferes with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, as stated in s. 1001.372(3), Florida Statutes; and Order the removal of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, provided the Chairperson has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall anything be construed, to limit or restrain negative, positive or neutral comments about the manner in which Board employees, agents, the Superintendent and Board members carry out their duties in public employment or office. Recording of Board Meetings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Revised 08/08/22 File Attachments 6. Unfinished Business 7. Consent Subject 7.1 Request Approval of the Minutes of the School Board Meeting of February 10, 2026 Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent), Minutes Recommended Action Approve the minutes of the school board meeting of February 10, 2026. File Attachments DRAFT Minutes School Board Meeting 2.10.2026.pdf (158 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.2 Request Approval of Third Amendment to Charter School Agreement With Galaxy Education, Inc. d/b/a, Discovery Academy of Science Charter School to Expand to a Second Location Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action Approve the third amendment to the Charter School Agreement with Galaxy Education, Inc. d/b/a, Discovery Academy of Science Charter School to expand to a second location. BACKGROUND : Discovery Academy of Science, previously the Pinellas School of Math and Science in the original charter application, was approved by the board in 2011 as a K-12 charter school. The school received high-performing status from the Florida Department of Education in 2017. The school has an approved 15-year contract for grades K-12, expiring on June 30, 2031, with a maximum allowable student enrollment of 900. Discovery Academy of Science currently serves 810 students in grades K-8 at its newly built location. The school will expand its K-8 program to a second location. RATIONALE : Discovery Academy of Science currently serves 810 students in grades K-8. Starting with Kindergarten through grade three, the school will expand its K-8 program to a second location in the 2026-27 school year. The school will add grade four in the 2027-28 school year and continue adding one grade per year until it reaches grade eight. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Somerlyn Oxendine, Assistant School Board Attorney Gary Jeppesen, Chief Financial Officer Bonnie Solinsky, Director, Charter Schools and Home Education SUBMITTED BY : Stephanie F. Woodford, Deputy Superintendent File Attachments Third Amendment to Charter School Agreement Discovery Academy of Science 2.24.26.pdf (742 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.3 Request Approval of the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of personnel actions fall within the approved budget. Recommended Action Approve the Personnel Recommendations - Administrative, Instructional and Supporting Services - February 24, 2026. BACKGROUND : Florida law states that the school board shall act on personnel actions. The attached lists of personnel actions include recommendations in various areas, such as: Administrative - Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations, and Retirements Instructional - Appointments, Change in Contract Status, Leave of Absences, Resignations, Retirements, Contracted Services, Substitutes, and Teaching Out-of-Field (Teachers, ESOL, Co-Teacher, Long-Term Substitutes) Supporting Services - Appointments, Substitutes, Status Changes, Job Title Changes, Cost Center Changes, Leave of Absences, Resignations, and Retirements RATIONALE : Human Resources Services strives to recruit, support, and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Approval of personnel actions for administrative, instructional, and support services is requested to continue providing high-quality educational services. Human Resources Services has confirmed that all individuals recommended by the superintendent meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description for the position to which they are being recommended. DATA SOURCES : District-level Administrators School-based Administrators SUBMITTED BY : Michael P. Vigue, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments Administrative Board Agenda February 24, 2026 (FY 25-26).pdf (689 KB) Instuctional Board Agenda February 24, 2026 (FY 25-26).pdf (777 KB) Supporting Services Board Agenda February 24, 2026 (FY 25-26).pdf (745 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.4 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Principal, Ponce de Leon Elementary School Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Chelsea A. Smith to Principal, Ponce de Leon Elementary School, effective March 2, 2026. BACKGROUND : The Principal, Ponce de Leon Elementary School position is available due to a vacancy. Superintendent's staff is recommending the appointment of the acting Principal for the position. RATIONALE : Chelsea Smith began her career in Pinellas County Schools in 2013. She currently serves as the acting Principal at Ponce de Leon Elementary School (October 2025 to present). Her background also includes serving as an Assistant Principal at Ponce de Leon Elementary School (2024-2025) and Oakhurst Elementary School (2020-2024); and as a Classroom Teacher at Seminole Elementary School (2013-2020). Ms. Smith earned a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Saint Leo University and a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from St. Petersburg College. DATA SOURCES : Ann Welsh, Area Superintendent, Area 2 SUBMITTED BY : Michael P. Vigue, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.5 Request Approval of the Administrative Appointment of the Director, Risk Management and Insurance Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's compensation schedule for administrators. Recommended Action Approve the administrative appointment of Tonya Womack to Director, Risk Management and Insurance, effective March 25, 2026. BACKGROUND : The Director, Risk Management and Insurance position is available due to a retirement. This position was advertised for 10 days, and 19 applicants applied. Superintendent’s staff interviewed two finalists on February 16, 2026. RATIONALE : Tonya Womack currently serves as the Executive Director, Risk Management and Safety (2024 to present) at Eckerd College. Her background also includes serving as Risk Manager (2021-2024) and Director of Campus Safety and Security (2017-2021), both at Eckerd College. Ms. Womack earned a bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Eckerd College and a master's degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati. SUBMITTED BY : Michael P. Vigue, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.6 Request Approval to Create/Revise Job Descriptions Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Costs of the changes in job descriptions fall within the operating budget. Recommended Action Approve the creation/revision of job descriptions. BACKGROUND : Human Resources Services continuously reviews current employee job descriptions and, as appropriate, proposes new or revised job descriptions, mindful of best practices that support the district’s mission and goals. These new or revised job descriptions accurately reflect the minimum qualifications and/or better align the essential responsibilities with the positions’ major functions. This results in more comprehensively trained staff. The following new/revised job descriptions support a more effective or efficient operation within various departments: Data Management Technician Senior Data Management Technician Library Media and Instructional Materials Specialist RATIONALE : The Human Resources Services Compensation team reviews, updates, and revises all job classifications, ensuring that Pinellas County School Board job descriptions reflect updated titles, major functions, essential responsibilities, qualifications, pay grades, and reporting structures to eliminate duplication of effort and to define and delineate position roles and responsibilities. DATA SOURCES : Donnika Jones, Chief Academic Officer Gary Jeppesen, Chief Financial Officer Samantha Chastain, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation SUBMITTED BY : Michael P. Vigue, Chief Human Resources Officer File Attachments Job Descriptions 2.24.26.pdf (277 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.7 Request Approval of the Seminole High School Field Trip Bid Selection of WorldStrides Educational Travel & Experiences Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted Yes Budget Source There is no cost to the district. All costs will be incurred by students and/or booster clubs. The funds are being housed and disbursed by the school. Recommended Action Approve the Seminole High School Field Trip Bid Selection of WorldStrides Educational Travel & Experiences for the student field trip to Washington, D.C., from April 16-19, 2026. BACKGROUND : In accordance with School Board Policy 6320, which requires School Board approval for any single purchase of $50,00 or more from a single vendor, Seminole High School requests approval to use WorldStrides Educational Travel & Experiences to coordinate travel for the Seminole High School Band trip to Washington, D.C., from April 16-19, 2026. The estimated cost is $84,142. All other conditions for approving the field trip have been met, and all provisions of Board Policy 2340 regarding field trips will be adhered to during the trip. RATIONALE : Student field trips reinforce and enhance classroom instruction, bringing lessons to life. Being immersed and involved in visual and practical experiences helps students remember, learn, and understand the curriculum more deeply. No on-campus class or enrichment program can match the special advantages of this Washington, D.C. experience. DATA SOURCES : Alana Brown, Principal, Seminole High School Ajori Spencer, PK-12 Performing Arts Specialist SUBMITTED BY : Paula Texel, Area Superintendent, Area 4 Office File Attachments 7. Consent Subject 7.8 Request Approval of Budget Amendment No. 1 (September 2025) to the District's 2025-26 School Year Budget Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Approval of this budget amendment will result in an updated budget that reflects the changes in revenues received along with the offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. Recommended Action Approve Budget Amendment No. 1 (September 2025) to the district's 2025-26 school year budget. BACKGROUND : This budget amendment, with the details attached, reflects changes in revenues received and the resulting changes in budgetary appropriations. This amendment also includes adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual expenditures plus encumbrances. RATIONALE : The budget amendment is procedurally necessary to update the district's budget to reflect the changes outlined under "BACKGROUND." Operating Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Decrease to beginning fund balance due to final FY25 closing entries after approval of the FY26 Budget. (3) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Debt Service Increase to beginning fund balance due to final FY25 closing entries after approval of the FY26 Budget. Capital Outlay Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Decrease to beginning fund balance due to final FY25 closing entries after approval of the FY26 Budget. (3) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Contracted Programs Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Food and Nutrition Fund (1) Decrease to beginning fund balance due to final FY25 closing entries after approval of the FY26 Budget. (2) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures. Self-Insured Workers Comp & Liability Increase to beginning fund balance due to final FY25 closing entries after approval of the FY26 Budget. Self-Insured Health Fund Decrease to beginning fund balance due to final FY25 closing entries after approval of the FY26 Budget. Permanent Fund No change. Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund (1) Increases or decreases to state and local revenues, with offsetting increases or decreases to appropriations. (2) Increase to beginning fund balance due to final FY25 closing entries after the approval of the FY26 Budget. (3) Adjustments to reflect changes in coding based on actual or proposed expenditures, ending fund balance. This fund is reported on a quarterly basis and is currently updated with September 30, 2025, financial data. The School Board approved the 2025-26 Budget at the Public Hearing on September 9, 2025. The financial impact to the Operating Fund follows: Gifts, grants, and bequests increased by $141,435, with $46,901 from a donation to Palm Harbor Middle School and $94,534 from Pinellas Education Foundation local grants. Total estimated revenue, transfers, and other financing sources decreased by $3,304,614. Appropriations increased by $859,720. Non-spendable fund balance remained unchanged. Restricted fund balance remained unchanged. Assigned fund balance decreased by $3,461,744. Unassigned fund balance decreased by $702,590. DATA SOURCES : Samantha L. Chastain, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Stacy Pitt, Manager, Budget, FTE and Cost Reporting Alejandra Benites, Senior Financial Reporting Analyst - Program Cost Reporting SUBMITTED BY : Gary Jeppesen, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments Budget Amendment 1-September 2025 2.24.26.pdf (168 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.9 Request Approval of the Financial Statements for the Month Ending September 31, 2025 Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Recommended Action Approve the financial statements for the month ending September 31, 2025. BACKGROUND : The financial statements are a summary of the financial condition and financial activities of the school board. These statements provide a districtwide view of financial operations. RATIONALE : The financial records and accounts of the school board are maintained under the direction of the superintendent with approval of the board. DATA SOURCES : Karen Post, CPA, Director, Accounting Alejandra Benites, Senior Financial Reporting Analyst, Program Cost Reporting SUBMITTED BY : Gary Jeppesen, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments September 2025 Financial Statement 2.24.26.pdf (85 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.10 Request for Approval of Purchasing Items in Accordance With Bid Policies and Procedures Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Funding is available in the various departmental budgets. Recommended Action Approve purchasing items in accordance with bid policies and statutes. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND : The purchasing documents and proposals attached have been processed in accordance with applicable law and district purchasing policies. Each proposed contract award reflects the most appropriate recommended action, as determined by the relevant competitive solicitation process or applicable exemption. The purchases are necessary to continue to provide a high-quality education for all students. RATIONALE : Approval of the purchasing items will allow the district to continue to provide high-quality education for all students in an efficient and effective manner. DATA SOURCES : Stephen “Joe” Benjamin, NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, Director, Purchasing SUBMITTED BY : Gary Jeppesen, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments PURCHASING AGENDA SUMMARY 2-24-26.pdf (3,619 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.11 Request Approval of the City of St. Petersburg Perpetual and Exclusive Easements for Public Utilities and Their Appurtenance(s) at Tyrone Middle School Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Budget Source There is no financial impact to the district. The City of St. Petersburg will absorb all relocation costs. Recommended Action Approve the City of St. Petersburg Perpetual and Exclusive Easements for Public Utilities and their Appurtenance(s) at Tyrone Middle School. BACKGROUND : Following the sale of property located at Tyrone Middle School to the City of St. Petersburg for a new fire station, it was determined that a new fire line must be constructed on the school property to ensure compliance with the Florida Administrative Code. Three easements are needed to fulfill the mandatory requirements necessary to ensure regulatory compliance and the effective operation of the school and the fire station. The Temporary Construction Easement: The property in the northwest region of Tyrone Middle School was sold to the City of St. Petersburg (City). The existing fire service serving the school was located on this property. This temporary easement authorizes the City to perform construction activities on the school board, within limited areas, to construct the new fire line. The temporary easement is voided upon completion of construction activities. The City will absorb the pertinent relocation costs. The Fire Line Connection Easement: The property in the southwestern region of Tyrone Middle School was sold to the City. The current fire service serving the school was located on this property. To comply with the Florida Administrative Code, the fire line must be located on school property. This easement enables this relocation. The City will absorb the relocation costs. The Sanitary Connection Easement: The property in the northwest region of Tyrone Middle School was sold to the City. It is essential that a new sanitary line be constructed on the property to meet regulatory requirements. This easement allows the City to perform construction activities on school board property, within limited areas, to connect the sanitary line. The City will absorb the relevant relocation costs. RATIONALE : The three easements facilitate the fulfillment of the mandatory requirements necessary to ensure regulatory compliance and the effective operation of the school and the fire station. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Mandana Rahgozar, Civil Engineer Lutricia Johnson, Real Estate Analyst Brejesh Prayman, Engineering and Capital Improvements Director, City of St. Petersburg SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments Tyrone Fire Station Easement BD 2.24.26.pdf (4,588 KB) Tyrone Middle Temp Easement BD2.24.26.pdf (1,113 KB) Tyrone MS Easement1 BD 2.24.26.pdf (2,732 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.12 Request Approval to Recycle, Cannibalize, Scrap, or Donate District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted No Budget Source Scrap district surplus and obsolete fixed assets sent to recycling generates revenue for the district. Recommended Action Approve request to recycle, cannibalize, scrap, or donate district surplus and obsolete fixed assets. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND : The warehouse receives requests from schools and district sites to pick up surplus and obsolete technology equipment. Technology equipment that is over five (5) years old and unrepairable is sent to the surplus warehouse for onsite district support staff to physically check in. Equipment found useful by onsite technical support staff may be reassigned to schools or district sites. Schools may keep obsolete technology equipment that meets their educational needs. Property deemed no longer useful to the district is sent to the recycling company. RATIONALE : The school board authorizes the sale of surplus property. Florida Statutes 274.05, 274.06, and 274.07 provide direction for the disposition and recording of obsolete surplus assets that no longer serve a useful function within the district. DATA SOURCES : Samantha L. Chastain, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Michael Hewett, Director, Maintenance SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments Board Agenda Surplus Cannibalized 2.24.2026.pdf (140 KB) Board Agenda Surplus Recycle 2.24.2026.pdf (140 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.13 Request Approval to Sell District Surplus and Obsolete Fixed Assets by PublicSurplus.com Internet Auction Site, GovDeals, Bay Area Auction or Royal Auction Group Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budget Source Selling of the district’s surplus equipment through PublicSurplus.com, GovDeals, Bay Area Auction, or Royal Auction Group generates revenue for the district. Recommended Action Approve selling district surplus and obsolete fixed assets by PublicSurplus.com, GovDeals, Bay Area Auction, or Royal Auction Group. Goals 4. Strategic Priority 6: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility BACKGROUND: The warehouse receives requests from schools and district sites to pick up surplus and obsolete property. A district property forum has been established for schools and district sites to post useful surplus items before they are disposed of, providing other district sites with the opportunity to obtain them. Warehouse trucks transfer the equipment to the surplus property warehouse for storage or disposal. District staff evaluates unclaimed surplus property. Property deemed no longer useful to the district is made available for sale to the public using auction companies and internet auction sites. RATIONALE : The school board authorizes the sale of surplus property. Florida Statutes 274.05, 274.06, and 274.07 provide direction for the disposition and recording of obsolete surplus assets that no longer serve a useful function within the district. DATA SOURCES: Samantha L. Chastain, Executive Director, Budget and Resource Allocation Michael Hewett, Director, Maintenance SUBMITTED BY: Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments Board Agenda Surplus Sell 2.24.2026.pdf (122 KB) 7. Consent Subject 7.14 Request Approval of the Developer’s Rental Plan Agreement Involving the Development of the Former Tomlinson Adult Education Center into Workforce Housing and Authorize District Staff to Execute all Closing Documents at the Project Closing Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the Developer’s Rental Plan Agreement involving the development of the former Tomlinson Adult Education Center into workforce housing and authorize district staff to execute all closing documents at the project closing. Background : The Tomlinson Adult Education Center was previously identified as a site for workforce housing, where eligible district employees could rent apartments at below-market rates. In September 2024, the School Board approved a Ground Lease Agreement and a Land Disposition and Development Agreement with the approved developer, Tomlinson Community Partners (TCP). These agreements outlined the site development and granted TCP site access and authority to act on the district’s behalf regarding zoning, permitting, and other land-use actions. After TCP completed the required funding prerequisites and initial land-use actions, the parties finalized negotiations on the Developer’s Rental Plan Agreement, which specifies the details of the housing units, including the total number of units in the project (202), the rental cost for each unit, and a marketing plan. Rationale : Approval of the Developer’s Rental Plan Agreement will finalize the details of the project’s housing units and allow the developer to proceed with preconstruction tasks, including preparing a final site plan, preparing building drawings, and securing building permits. Once all preconstruction tasks are complete, the developer and district staff will attend the project closing and execute all necessary documents to close the transaction. After closing, construction will begin. Data Sources : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer Submitted By : David Koperski, School Board Attorney File Attachments Developer's Rental Plan Agreement - Tomlinson Community Partners 2.24.26.pdf (2,014 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.1 Request Approval to Create a K-8 School by Combining Bay Point Elementary and Bay Point Middle Schools Beginning in the 2027-28 School Year Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Approve the creation of a K-8 school by combining Bay Point Elementary and Bay Point Middle schools beginning in the 2027-28 school year. BACKGROUND : Throughout the fall of 2025, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) began a long-term facilities and programmatic planning effort to ensure resources are utilized effectively and all students have access to high-quality learning environments. This multi-year effort is rooted in the realities residents of Pinellas County face: a declining school-age population, legislative changes regarding school building use, and the need to ensure that every student has access to strong, sustainable schools. Between September and December 2025, over 600 community stakeholders attended dedicated community input sessions and submitted direct feedback to the district and School Board, offering ideas and concerns to guide the process. At the School Board Workshop on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the initial set of recommendations was discussed, including the recommendation to combine Bay Point Elementary (BPES) and Bay Point Middle (BPMS) into a K-8 school on the middle school campus beginning in the 2027-28 school year. Following the January 2026 School Board Workshop, staff and community meetings were held at both sites. The input and frequently asked questions from those meetings were discussed at the School Board Workshop on February 17, 2026. RATIONALE : BPES and BPMS are adjacent and share the same parcel of land. No changes are recommended to the school zone boundaries or the current District Application Program (DAP) populations. BPES has a K-5 enrollment of approximately 302 students and a building capacity of 646 student stations (47% utilization). BPMS has approximately 468 students enrolled and a building capacity of 1,322 student stations (35% utilization). Together, the two schools have a combined enrollment of 770 students. Creating a K-8 on the current middle school site would raise utilization to ~60%, accommodating growth as K-8 schools become more popular. A combined Bay Point K-8 would reinvigorate the renowned Center for Advanced Science and Technology (CAST), currently offered in both schools, and provide alignment, articulation, and shared resources across the elementary and middle school years. The enhanced program would integrate the best elements of STEAM, digital communications, engineering, and leadership development--equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience to excel in Lakewood High School’s distinguished magnet program: Center for Advanced Technology (CAT). DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments BayPointPlanningforProgressRecommendations 2.24.26.pdf (540 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.2 Request Approval to Expand Oldsmar Elementary School to Become a K-8 School Beginning in the 2026-27 School Year Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Approve the expansion of Oldsmar Elementary School to become a K-8 school beginning in the 2026-27 school year. BACKGROUND : Throughout the fall of 2025, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) began a long-term facilities and programmatic planning effort to ensure resources are utilized effectively and all students have access to high-quality learning environments. This multi-year effort is rooted in the realities residents of Pinellas County face: a declining school-age population, legislative changes regarding school building use, and the need to ensure that every student has access to strong, sustainable schools. Between September and December 2025, over 600 community stakeholders attended dedicated community input sessions and submitted direct feedback to the district and School Board, offering ideas and concerns to guide the process. At the School Board Workshop on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the initial set of recommendations was discussed, including e xpanding Oldsmar Elementary School into a K-8 school on the existing campus in phases beginning in the 2026-27 school year. All students who attend grade 5 at Oldsmar ES will be able to attend grade 6 at the Oldsmar K-8 school beginning in 2026-27. The transition to a K-8 school will occur over three years, with grade 6 added in 2026-27, grade 7 in 2027-28, and grade 8 in 2028-29. Following the January 2026 School Board Workshop, staff and community meetings were held. The input and frequently asked questions from those meetings were discussed at the School Board Workshop on February 17, 2026. RATIONALE : Oldsmar ES has a K-5 enrollment of approximately 383 students and a building capacity of 718 student stations. Current building utilization is 53%. Expanding to offer grades K-8 is expected to increase total enrollment to 694 students through phased implementation, raising overall utilization to 97%. There will be no changes to the current Oldsmar ES zone, which will continue to serve as the entry point for the middle grades. Students who attend grade 5 at Oldsmar K-8 will be able to continue in the middle grades at the school. Through the school choice process, a proximity preference will be applied to any open middle grades seat for students who do not reside in the Oldsmar Elementary zone. The school name will be changed from Oldsmar Elementary School to a K-8 School beginning July 1, 2026. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments OldsmarElementaryPlanningforProgressRecommendations 2.24.26.pdf (310 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.3 Request Approval to Expand the Employee Child Care Program to McMullen-Booth Elementary School beginning in the 2026-27 School Year Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Approve the expansion of the Employee Child Care Program to McMullen-Booth Elementary School beginning in the 2026-27 school year. BACKGROUND : Throughout the fall of 2025, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) began a long-term facilities and programmatic planning effort to ensure resources are utilized effectively and all students have access to high-quality learning environments. This multi-year effort is rooted in the realities residents of Pinellas County face: a declining school-age population, legislative changes regarding school building use, and the need to ensure that every student has access to strong, sustainable schools. Between September and December 2025, over 600 community stakeholders attended dedicated community input sessions and submitted direct feedback to the district and School Board, offering ideas and concerns to guide the process. At the School Board Workshop on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the initial set of recommendations was discussed, including the recommendation to create a North County Employee Child Care Center located at McMullen-Booth ES beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Following the January 2026 School Board Workshop, a staff meeting was held. The input and frequently asked questions from staff and stakeholders were discussed at the School Board Workshop on February 17, 2026. RATIONALE : McMullen-Booth ES is an accredited International Baccalaureate World School with a K-5 enrollment of approximately 363 students and a building capacity of 760 student stations. Current building utilization is 48%. Repurposing buildings six (6) and seven (7) for Employee Child Care would reduce student stations by approximately 215 for the elementary school program, resulting in a utilization of 67%. The elementary school will maintain the current zone, and all other buildings will be used for the current elementary school programming. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments McMullen-BoothPlanningforProgressRecommendations 2.24.26.pdf (329 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.4 Request Approval for the Closure of Cross Bayou Elementary School at the End of the 2025-26 School Year Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Approve the closure of Cross Bayou Elementary School at the end of the 2025-26 school year. BACKGROUND : Throughout the fall of 2025, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) began a long-term facilities and programmatic planning effort to ensure resources are utilized effectively and all students have access to high-quality learning environments. This multi-year effort is rooted in the realities residents of Pinellas County face: a declining school-age population, legislative changes regarding school building use, and the need to ensure that every student has access to strong, sustainable schools. Between September and December 2025, over 600 community stakeholders attended dedicated community input sessions and submitted direct feedback to the district and School Board, offering ideas and concerns to guide the process. At the School Board Workshop on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the initial set of recommendations was discussed, including the recommendation to close Cross Bayou Elementary School at the end of the 2025-26 school year. Following the January 2026 School Board Workshop, staff and community meetings were held. The input and frequently asked questions from those meetings were discussed at the School Board Workshop on February 17, 2026. RATIONALE : Cross Bayou ES serves approximately 245 students in grades K-5, and the Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH) program serves approximately 27 PK-5 students. Students currently zoned for Cross Bayou ES will be rezoned to nearby Bardmoor ES or Pinellas Central ES. The Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) program will transition to a PK-8 program at Walsingham Oaks K-8 beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Current grade 6 students in the DHH program will have the option to transition from Morgan Fitzgerald MS to Walsingham Oaks K-8 in 2026-27. The full transition of the program will occur in 2027-28, when Walsingham Oaks K-8 welcomes its first 8th-grade class. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments CrossBayouElementaryPlanningforProgressRecommendations-2.24.26.pdf (910 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.5 Request Approval for the Closure of Disston Academy at the End of the 2025-26 School Year Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Approve the closure of Disston Academy at the end of the 2025-26 school year. BACKGROUND : Throughout the fall of 2025, Pinellas County Schools (PCS) began a long-term facilities and programmatic planning effort to ensure resources are utilized effectively and all students have access to high-quality learning environments. This multi-year effort is rooted in the realities residents of Pinellas County face: a declining school-age population, legislative changes regarding school building use, and the need to ensure that every student has access to strong, sustainable schools. Between September and December 2025, over 600 community stakeholders attended dedicated community input sessions and submitted direct feedback to the district and School Board, offering ideas and concerns to guide the process. At the School Board Workshop on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the initial set of recommendations was discussed, including the recommendation to close Disston Academy at the end of the 2025-26 school year. Following the January 2026 School Board Workshop, staff and community meetings were held. The input and frequently asked questions from those meetings were discussed at the School Board Workshop on February 17, 2026. RATIONALE : Disston Academy is an Educational Alternative Services (EAS) program serving approximately 52 students and a building capacity of 311 student stations. Current building utilization is 17%. Students currently enrolled at Disston Academy will receive individualized support to determine and transition to the school and/or program that best meets their needs. The site also houses the district’s Teleschool program, a virtual program serving approximately 200 middle and high school students who have been administratively placed due to significant infractions of the Code of Student Conduct at their assigned schools. Teleschool will relocate to Bayside High School at the end of the 2025-26 school year. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney SUBMITTED BY : Jennifer Dull, Chief Operations Officer File Attachments DisstonAcademyPlanningforProgressRecommendations 2.24.26.pdf (417 KB) 8. Nonconsent Subject 8.6 Request Approval of the Charter School Renewal Agreement With MYcroSchool of Integrated Academics and Technologies, Inc. for a One-Year Renewal, Effective July 1, 2026, Through June 30, 2027 Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action Approve the Charter School Renewal Agreement with MYcroSchool of Integrated Academics and Technologies, Inc. for a One-Year Charter Renewal, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. BACKGROUND : On February 21, 2012, MYcroSchool Pinellas Charter School was approved as a high school credit recovery school serving grades 9-12. On July 26, 2022, an amendment adding grades 7 and 8 was approved, and the current enrollment is approximately 120 students in grades 7-12. The school's program design features teacher-directed instruction with an emphasis on technology. Since opening, the charter school contract has been renewed three times. In response to district expectations for improved graduation rates, annual goal attainment, and the school's financial condition, two contracts were renewed for a two-year period. The current contract expires June 30, 2026. RATIONALE : Due to ongoing concerns regarding FTE recordkeeping and the lack of required Exceptional Student Education services provided, the recommendation is a one-year renewal. Additionally, the renewal contract includes measures to monitor and address deficiencies, as we are currently working with the charter management company. DATA SOURCES : David Koperski, School Board Attorney Somerlyn Oxendine, Assistant School Board Attorney Gary Jeppesen, Chief Financial Officer Anna Brown, Ed.D., Executive Director, Assessment, Accountability and Research Bonnie Solinsky, Director, Charter Schools and Home Education SUBMITTED BY : Stephanie F. Woodford, Deputy Superintendent File Attachments Pinellas MYcroSchool Charter School Profile 2026 2.24.26.pdf (179 KB) Pinellas MycroSchool Charter School Renewal Agreement 2.24.26.pdf (4,505 KB) 9. New Business Subject 9.1 Items Introduced by Superintendent Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.2 Items Introduced by the School Board Attorney Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.3 Items Introduced by the Board Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 9. New Business Subject 9.4 Review of Board Requests Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Discussion, Information File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.1 Adjourn Meeting Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action Motion to Adjourn the Meeting The above recommendations to the School Board of Pinellas County are submitted for consideration and approval at the meeting of February 24, 2026. Kevin K. Hendrick, Superintendent of Schools. File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject 10.2 Public Participation Meeting Feb 24, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting - 5 p.m. Type Procedural Meeting Procedures: The Board welcomes public comment. For those who wish to speak to the Board, please note the following: You are given three separate opportunities to speak. The first is during "Public Comment" on a topic not included in the agenda but pertaining to the general business of the district, and this opportunity occurs after adjournment of regular meetings. The second is on one or more agenda items upon which the Board will vote, and this opportunity occurs after the special order agenda at regular meetings and as appropriate at special meetings. The third is at public hearings, such as budget hearings and second readings on Board policy, when you are able to speak during the public hearing and regarding the topic of the public hearing. In each case, you Must register to speak with the Superintendent’s designee at the entrance to the meeting room as described below; Must register prior to the time the Chairperson calls for speakers for that speaking opportunity or before the last speaker for that opportunity concludes their comments, whichever is later; Will be called in the order you registered with the Superintendent's designee; Will be allotted three (3) minutes, which may only be extended with the approval of the chairperson or a majority vote of the Board; and May not yield your time to any other person. To avoid repetition, speakers supporting or opposing the same issue are encouraged to designate a spokesperson and have the spokesperson request that members of the audience supporting the position stand during the presentation. The following additional procedures apply depending upon the specific speaking opportunity: If a speaker wants to supplement their three (3) minute presentation, the speaker should provide the Board office with written materials prior to the meeting. Board members will make every effort to review these materials. Board members may not be able to review materials received less than two (2) business days prior to the Board meeting. The Board will not act on any matter raised by a speaker prior to the next regular meeting. If a majority of the Board desires to further consider a matter raised by a speaker, they will request the Superintendent to bring a recommendation at a future workshop or meeting or otherwise address the issue. It is generally the Board's practice not to respond to the issues brought forward by speakers except to correct inaccuracies or clarify issues. Speakers may not use any of the speaking opportunities to advertise or otherwise promote the interests of any commercial or other non-school organizations, except when recognizing school or district partners or when one of the exceptions in Policy 9700.01 applies. Further, no speaker may advertise or otherwise promote a political candidate, question or party. Regulation of Disruptive Speech Board meetings are a limited open forum for First Amendment purposes and your exercise of your First Amendment right of free speech in that context will be recognized and protected, subject to reasonable restrictions as to time, place and manner. Applause is permitted only when awards are granted. To ensure the expeditious and orderly process of Board meetings, the Chairperson may: Interrupt or terminate a speaker when his/her statement is not relevant, exceeds the time allotted or is abusive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, profane, loud, interruptive or otherwise interferes with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, as stated in s. 1001.372(3), Florida Statutes; and Order the removal of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting, provided the Chairperson has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Nothing herein is intended, nor shall anything be construed, to limit or restrain negative, positive or neutral comments about the manner in which Board employees, agents, the Superintendent and Board members carry out their duties in public employment or office. Recording of Board Meetings are permitted under the following conditions: No obstructions are created between the Board and the audience. No interviews are conducted in the meeting room while the Board is in session. No commentary, adjustment of equipment or positioning of operators is made that would distract either the Board or members of the audience while the Board is in session. Revised 08/08/22 File Attachments