Agenda for Regular Meeting

4 Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Agenda for Regular Meeting Okeechobee County School Board 700 S.W. Second Avenue, Boardroom Okeechobee, FL 34974 6:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order Subject A. Prayer Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Procedural The meeting will be opened with prayer. File Attachments 1. Call to Order Subject B. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Procedural The Chairman will lead the Pledge of Allegiance. File Attachments 2. Opening Items Subject A. Student Recognition Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Information, Procedural Top Readers - Highest AR Points Elementary Schools File Attachments 2. Opening Items Subject B. Staff Recognition Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Information, Procedural Retirements: Lisa Bell- Supervisor Food Service, Food Service Department Rufina Garduno- Custodian II, North Elementary School Joseph Gaucin- Warehouseman, Maintenance Department Pamela Gaucin- Teacher, Counselor-Elem, Seminole Elementary School Elizabeth Reaves- Administrative Assistant, Administrative Offices File Attachments 3. Scheduled Recess Subject A. Recess Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Procedural Background Information: The Board will call for a brief recess. File Attachments 4. Agenda Subject A. Adoption of the Agenda& Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board Adopt the Agenda pulling item 7.L Agreement with Talk To Me Nice, LLC. 7.V Appointment of Managerial Personnel, 7.X Employee Health Insurance Funding Model for 2025-26, 7.Y Florida Educator Health Trust Participation Agreement and 8.B Payments to Personnel. File Attachments Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board Adopt the Agenda pulling item 7.L Agreement with Talk To Me Nice, LLC. 7.V Appointment of Managerial Personnel, 7.X Employee Health Insurance Funding Model for 2025-26, 7.Y Florida Educator Health Trust Participation Agreement and 8.B Payments to Personnel. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 5. Presentation Subject A. Year In Review Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Information Background Information: Presentation by Dylan Tedders, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments 6. Approval of Minutes Subject A. Regular Meeting of May 13, 2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action, Minutes Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the May 14, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes as presented. Minutes View Minutes for May 13, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Background Information: May 13, 2025, minutes will be released upon approval of the School Board. File Attachments Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the May 14, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes as presented. Motion by Amanda N Riedel, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject A. Advertise Amendment of Board Policy 5.20+ Controlled Open Enrollment Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the advertisement to amend Board Policy 5.20+ Controlled Open Enrollment. Background Information: This policy provides guidance on the Districts Controlled Open Enrollment Program. Updating the District's website. File Attachments Board Policy 5.20 - 05-23-25.pdf (412 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the advertisement to amend Board Policy 5.20+ Controlled Open Enrollment. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject B. Advertisement for the 2025-2026 CTE Textbook Adoption Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the advertisement of materials under review for the 2025-2026 textbook adoption for CTE courses, Entrepreneurship and Nursing Assistant- Health Science Anatomy & Physiology. Background Information: In compliance with Board Policy 4.41 and F.S. 1006.283 the following instructional materials are being considered for the 2025-2026 school year. The public meeting advertised for June 30 is open to public comment and materials review (F.S. 1006.283(8)(c)). A final hearing to allow any Okeechobee County School Board parent or Okeechobee County resident to proffer evidence that a recommended instructional material does not meet the criteria provided in s.1006.31(2) will take place at the July 8, 2025 School Board meeting at 6:00 PM (F.S. 1006.283(8)(d)). The Entrepreneurship program was new in the 2024-25 school year. The attached textbook is on the state adopted list and is under review to provide instructional materials for the new courses (8812110, 812120, 8812000). The Nursing Assistant – Health Science Anatomy & Physiology course has been at OHS for many years. They have not used a textbook in several years. The attached textbook is on the state adopted list and is under review to provide instructional materials for those course codes (8417100, 8417110, 8417211). File Attachments CTETEXTBOOKSJUNE2025.pdf (188 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the advertisement of materials under review for the 2025-2026 textbook adoption for CTE courses, Entrepreneurship and Nursing Assistant- Health Science Anatomy & Physiology. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject C. Approve Amendment of Board Policy 5.40 Student Control, Code of Student Conduct Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the amendment to the Code of Student Conduct as included in School Board Policy 5.40 Student Control. I. The policy includes the Code of Student Conduct. II. The proposed amendments are Cover updated Calendar updated Safety Proclamation (Updated Pending Board Approval) Student Crime Watch Proclamation (Updated Pending Board Approval) Index Added Added Language About Circumventing Security Protocols General Formatting and Grammatical Changes The advertisement was approved by the School Board on May 13, 2025, and Legally advertised to the public on May 14, 2025, as required by Chapter 120, Administrative Procedures Act, Florida Statutes. File Attachments 25-26 Code of Conduct Draft for Board (updated) -05-13-25.pdf (2,898 KB) Policy 5.40+ - 06-10-25.pdf (351 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the amendment to the Code of Student Conduct as included in School Board Policy 5.40 Student Control. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject D. Approve Amendment of Board Policy 7.11+ School Food Service Procurement Policy and Funds Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the amendment to Board Policy 7.11+ School Food Service Procurement Policy and Funds. Background Information: This policy provides guidance to school personnel and vendors on acceptable and required procurement practices. The advertisement was approved by the School Board on May 13, 2025, and legally advertised to the public on May 14, 2025, as required by Chapter 120, Administrative Procedures Act, Florida Statutes. File Attachments Policy 7.11+ - 06-10-25.pdf (383 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the amendment to Board Policy 7.11+ School Food Service Procurement Policy and Funds. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Malissa Morgan. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject E. Approve Amendment of Board Policy 7.40+ Purchasing Policies and Bidding Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the amendment to Board Policy 7.40+ Purchasing Policies and Bidding. Background Information : The purpose of this policy is to establish criteria by which the School Board will authorize purchases and the entering into contracts pursuant to bids awarded. The advertisement was approved by the School Board on May 13, 2025, and legally advertised to the public on May 14, 2025, as Required by Chapter 120, Administrative Procedures Act, Florida Statutes. File Attachments Policy 7.40+ - 06-10-25.pdf (437 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the amendment to Board Policy 7.40+ Purchasing Policies and Bidding. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject F. Rescheduling of January School Board Meeting Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve rescheduling the January School Board meeting from Tuesday, January 13, 2026, to Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the School Board Office, 700 S.W. Second Avenue, Okeechobee. Background Information: Rescheduling the meeting will accommodate the preparation of an agenda following staff return from the holiday break. File Attachments Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve rescheduling the January School Board meeting from Tuesday, January 13, 2026, to Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the School Board Office, 700 S.W. Second Avenue, Okeechobee. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject G. Reschedule the Final Hearing For Kenworthy, v. Rose Randazzo Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the motion to reset the final hearing for July 8, 2025, in the case of Ken Kenworthy v. Rose Randazzo. Background Information: File Attachments Agreed Motion To Continue and Reset -06-10-25.pdf (36 KB) Agreed Order Resetting Hearing - 06-10-25.pdf (27 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the motion to reset the final hearing for July 8, 2025, in the case of Ken Kenworthy v. Rose Randazzo. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Malissa Morgan. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject H. Contract for Legal Services for 2025-26 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve a contract with Conely & Conely, P.A. for legal services to the Board for the 2025-26 fiscal year. File Attachments Attorney Contract - 06-10-25.pdf (1,531 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve a contract with Conely & Conely, P.A. for legal services to the Board for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject I. Small District Council Assessment Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve payment of the Small District Council assessment for fiscal year 2025-26 in the amount of $350. Background Information: The Small District Council meets twice per year at FSBA meetings. File Attachments Small District Council memo - 06-10-25.docx.pdf (318 KB) Small District Council Invoice - 06-10-25.pdf (248 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve payment of the Small District Council assessment for fiscal year 2025-26 in the amount of $350. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject J. Curriculum Associates Cost Proposal Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the cost proposals for Curriculum Associates for K-8 Math and ELA intervention materials totaling $414,071.99. Background Information: The attached cost proposal includes both print and online materials for Math and ELA intervention materials for Grades K-8 for all 8 schools, including CES, EES, NES, SEM, SES, OAA, OMS, and YMS. This is a repeat contract with Curriculum Associates for iReady materials, but last year we were given free online access as a pilot in exchange for paid professional development. The quote includes iReady (online student licenses for ELA and Math), Magnetic Reading (print student workbooks for Reading), Ready, (print student workbooks for Math), Toolbox (teacher online toolbox for standard specific practice), Professional Learning (both in person and virtual teacher and administrator training). The quote also includes free access to Fluency Flight in Grades 2-5, which will replace Frax and Reflex Math and Imagine Learning Math. This quote will be paid primarily with Instructional Materials funds (General Budget) and the Professional Learning components will be paid using Title II. This purchase will help us to support the district's Strategic Plan, Goal 1 Strategy 1A ("Maximize student achievement by implementing curriculum content while infusing supplemental resources to enhance student learning"). CES: $63,255.86 EES: $68,858.37 NES: $61,341.35 SEM: $61,696.05 SES: $56,355.61 OAA: $15,598.11 OMS: $50,359.14 YMS: $36,607.50 File Attachments i-Ready, Magnetic Reading, Ready BEST Math, Teacher ToolboxQuote341598.8.pdf (788 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the cost proposals for Curriculum Associates for K-8 Math and ELA intervention materials totaling $414,071.99. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Malissa Morgan. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject K. Agreement with Papillon Health and Wellness, LLC Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the board approve an Agreement with Papillon Health and Wellness, LLC, for student mental health services effective June 1,2025. Referrals for services are made by the crisis counselors, school psychologists or guidance counselors to the school social worker who then contacts the agency. Papillon Health and Wellness, LLC will provide face to face therapy, telehealth therapy, small group counseling, wrap around case management, and psychiatry. They will bill private insurance companies, and there will be no costs to the Okeechobee County School Board unless there are special circumstances approved by the Director of Mental Health. File Attachments Okeechobee County and Papillon Health and Wellness, LLC Draft 2_signed.pdf (135 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the board approve an Agreement with Papillon Health and Wellness, LLC, for student mental health services effective June 1,2025. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject L. Pulled from the Agenda - Agreement with Talk To Me Nice, LLC Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the agreement with Talk To Me Nice, LLC for Speech and Langauge services effective July 1, 2025. Background Information This item was pulled from the Agenda on June 4, 2025 at 10:58 a.m. A Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) supports licensed speech-language pathologists by assisting in the delivery of speech, language, and communication therapy services. SLPAs help implement treatment plans, conduct therapy activities under supervision, collect data on client progress, and assist with administrative tasks related to speech therapy. They do not diagnose or independently create treatment plans but play a crucial role in supporting speech therapy for individuals with communication disorders. This agreement will be funded from our general funds, with a total amount of $73,500.00 for the entire school year. File Attachments Talk To Me Nice, LLC - 06-10-25.pdf (194 KB) 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject M. Purchase of AristotleK12 Licenses for Webfilter and Teacher Monitoring Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the purchase of AristotleK12 Universal Agent software in the amount of $28,733.89. This software provides webfilter services and the ability for teachers to monitor student device usage. File Attachments 1_Okeechobee Co SD Product License.pdf (380 KB) Okeechobee Co Schools Side Letter.pdf (318 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the purchase of AristotleK12 Universal Agent software in the amount of $28,733.89. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject N. RFP #2025-002 - Intent to Award Districtwide Lawn Maintenance Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board award Brightview Landscape Services, Inc. the contract for districtwide lawn maintenance services. File Attachments Nunez Bid Documents.pdf (4,360 KB) Naret Multiservices Bid Documents.pdf (1,037 KB) Newells Diversified Statement of no bid.pdf (94 KB) Brightview Bid Documents.pdf (1,702 KB) Bid Tabulation and Sign in Sheet RFP Lawn Maint 2025-002.pdf (52 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board award Brightview Landscape Services, Inc. the contract for districtwide lawn maintenance services. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject O. Annual Inspection of Existing Relocatable Buildings for the fiscal year 2024-2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Annual Inspection of Existing Relocatable Buildings for the fiscal year 2024-2025. Background Information File Attachments Relocatable Building Inspection Report.pdf (3,961 KB) Relocatable building inspection information.pdf (136 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Annual Inspection of Existing Relocatable Buildings for the fiscal year 2024-2025. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Malissa Morgan. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject P. The Annual Bleacher Inspection Report for 2024-2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Annual Bleacher Inspection Report for 2024-2025. File Attachments OCSD Bleacher Inspections Report 2024-2025.pdf (110 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Annual Bleacher Inspection Report for 2024-2025. Motion by Amanda N Riedel, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject Q. Comprehensive Safety Inspection Report 2024-2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Comprehensive Safety Inspection Report (SREF Report) for the fiscal year 2024-2025 for the Okeechobee County School Board. File Attachments Annual Comprehensive SREF Report 2024-2025.pdf (79 KB) SREF OHS AG 2024-2025.PDF (631 KB) SREF OAA 2024-2025.PDF (626 KB) SREF OPERATIONS 2024-2025.PDF (611 KB) SREF YMS 2024-2025.PDF (630 KB) SREF OFC-ADMIN BLDG 2024-2025.PDF (635 KB) SREF multipurpose building 2024-2025.PDF (627 KB) SREF SES 2024-2025.PDF (628 KB) SREF SEM 2024-2025.PDF (628 KB) SREF NES 2024-2025.pdf (636 KB) SREF OHS 2024-2025.pdf (432 KB) SREF CES 2024-2025.pdf (635 KB) SREF EES 2024-2025.pdf (632 KB) SREF OMS 2024-2025.pdf (635 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends the Board approve the Comprehensive Safety Inspection Report (SREF Report) for the fiscal year 2024-2025 for the Okeechobee County School Board. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject R. Deductive Change Order Due to an Owner Direct Purchase to Hussey Seating Company Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Deductive Change Order Due to an Owner Direct Purchase to Hussey Seating Company in the amount of $27,213. File Attachments 20051 CO #28 - DPO Request Package - Hussey Seating Company Adds.pdf (2,676 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Deductive Change Order Due to an Owner Direct Purchase to Hussey Seating Company in the amount of $27,213. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Malissa Morgan. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject S. Revisions to Personnel Allocations for 2025-2026 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the following revisions to Personnel Allocations for 2025-2026. File Attachments Allocation Changes 25-26 June 10, 2025.pdf (63 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the following revisions to Personnel Allocations for 2025-2026. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject T. Appointment of School Administrative Personnel Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the appointment of the following School Administrative Personnel for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. File Attachments Appointment of School Administrative Personnel (6-10-2025).pdf (647 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the appointment of the following School Administrative Personnel for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject U. Appointment of District Administrative Personnel Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the appointment of the following District Administrative Personnel for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The Board appointed the following District Administrative Personnel at its May 13, 2025 meeting for the 2025-2026 fiscal year: Britani Stanley, Director of K-12 Accountability & Assessment - Instructional Services Daryl Roehm, Director of Career & Technical Education - Instructional Services Frank Shin, Supervisor of Network Systems - IT Department File Attachments Appointment of District Personnel (6-10-2025).pdf (647 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the appointment of the following District Administrative Personnel for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject V. Appointment of Managerial Personnel& Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board appoint the 2025-2026 Managerial Personnel as presented. The Board appointed the following Managerial Personnel at its May 13, 2025 meeting for the 2025-2026 fiscal year: Nancy Boyer, Human Resources Program Specialist - Human Resources Department A revised document was added to this item on June 9, 2025 at 4:07 p.m. File Attachments Appointment of Managerial Personnel (6-10-2025).pdf (649 KB) Appointment of Managerial Personnel (6-10-2025)_UPDATE.pdf (37 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board appoint the 2025-2026 Managerial Personnel as presented. Motion by Amanda N Riedel, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject W. Human Resources Actions Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the attached Human Resources actions. Background Information File Attachments Human Resources Actions (6-10-2025).pdf (666 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the attached Human Resources actions. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject X. Employee Health Insurance Funding Model for 2025-26& Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Board provide direction to the Superintendent on whether to utilize a self-funding or fully-insured model for employee health insurance coverage, beginning October 1, 2025. Background Information: This item was added to the Agenda on June 4, 2025 at 11:47 a.m. File Attachments Motion & Voting The Board provide direction to the Superintendent on whether to utilize a self-funding or fully-insured model for employee health insurance coverage, beginning October 1, 2025. Motion by Melisa M Jahner, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 7. Items for Action - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject Y. Florida Educator Health Trust Participation Agreement& Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the participation agreement with the Florida Educator Health Trust (FLEHT). Background Information: This item was agenda on 06/09/2025 at 8:46 a.m. FLEHT, formerly FSHIP, is an insurance trust composed of Florida member districts. By entering into this agreement, the Okeechobee County School Board will become a Participating Trust Member School District and the Superintendent will be appointed as a Trustee of the Trust. File Attachments PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT - 06-10-2025.pdf (85 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the participation agreement with the Florida Educator Health Trust (FLEHT). Motion by Amanda N Riedel, second by Malissa Morgan. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject A. Vote to Approve Consent Agenda Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. File Attachments Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject B. Payments to Personnel& Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the following Payments to Personnel. Background Information: A revised document was added to this item on June 5, 2025 at 9:43 a.m. File Attachments Payments to Personnel - 06-10-25.doc.pdf (212 KB) Payments to Personnel - 06-10-25 Revised.doc.pdf (220 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject C. Update to Board-Approved Human Resources Actions Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the attached updates to Board-approved Human Resources actions. Background Information File Attachments Human Resources Actions Updates (6-10-2025).pdf (649 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject D. Renaissance AR Renewal Quote for 2025-26 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the renewal subscription for Renaissance AR product and services for all 5 elementary schools for the 2025-26 school year. Renaissance provides the AR program for the 5 elementary schools, and will be paid from each elementary schools Title 1 part A budget. File Attachments AR Renaissance Learning 2025-2026.pdf (1,384 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject E. Food Service Pest Control Renewal for 2025-26 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the renewal contract with Environmental Specialists, LLC for the 2025-26 school year. Background Information File Attachments Environmental Specialist Renewal - 06-10-25.pdf (374 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject F. ITech Dual Enrollment Agreement - 2025-26 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Articulation Agreement between Collier County School Board and Okeechobee County School Board for the 2025-2026 School Year for Immokalee Technical College and branch campus iTech Glades Technical College. Background Information This is a renewal articulation agreement and will allow Okeechobee High School students to enroll in dual enrollment courses with the Immokalee Technical College and its branch campus of iTech Glades Technical College. File Attachments 25-26 Okeechobee ITech Articulation Agreement.pdf (182 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject G. Renewal of Contract with CSM Consulting Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends the renewal of the contract with CSM Consulting, Inc. for our Erate consulting services in the amount of $6,825 plus 6% of Category 2 application amount not exceeding $5,000. File Attachments Okeechobee County School District 2526-Updated.pdf (526 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject H. The Morganti Group - CCUA 040 - Tax Savings Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve The Morganti Group CCUA Number 040 tax savings to the construction contingency budget. This CCUA rolls all tax savings to the construction contingency budget. The total amount to be rolled is $870,684.82. File Attachments CCUA 040 - 06-10-25.pdf (372 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject I. The Morganti Group - CCUA Number 037 - Fire and Smoke Caps Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Morganti Group CCUA Number 037 Fire and Smoke Caps. This CCUA provides a credit in the amount of $19,909.65 for changes in requirements for the fire and smoke caps at the corridors walls in the 2nd floor English, 2nd floor Science, and 2nd floor Math wings. File Attachments CCUA 037 - 06-10-25.pdf (251 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject J. Monthly Financial Statement for April, 2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Monthly Financial Statement for April, 2025, be accepted and filed as part of public record. File Attachments April, 2025 Financial Statement.pdf (92 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject K. Budget Amendment #10 for April, 2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Budget Amendment #10 for April, 2025, be approved. File Attachments April, 2025 Budget Amendment.pdf (100 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 8. Consent Agenda - Items with an "&" have been added or revised since the agenda was released. Subject L. Warrant Register for May, 2025 Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Warrant Register for May, 2025. GENERAL DISBURSEMENT FUND: Warrants #189354 through #189528 and ACH #242502541 through #242502824 and WIRE TRANSFERS #202401149 through #202401378 OPERATING GENERAL FUND: $ 3,205,683.88 PECO NEW CONSTRUCTION $ 4,177,880.15 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND: $ 200,620.75 FOOD SERVICE FUND: $ 250,985.29 FEDERAL PROGRAMS FUND: $ 172,835.05 FUEL TAX REFUND $ 4,850.00 ARP ESSER $ 94,768.86 TOTAL $ 8,107,623.98 *Also included are APRIL, 24 wires totaling $1,393,062.43 from Operating General Fund File Attachments WARANT REGISTER MAY, 2025.pdf (2,461 KB) Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the Consent Agenda. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Melisa M Jahner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 9. Information Items Subject A. Public Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Information The public may provide informational items. File Attachments 9. Information Items Subject B. Superintendent Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Information Superintendent Tedders may provide informational items. File Attachments 9. Information Items Subject C. School Board Members Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Information School Board members may provide informational items. File Attachments 9. Information Items Subject D. School Board Attorney Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Information School Board Attorney may provide informational items. File Attachments 10. Adjournment Subject A. Adjournment Vote Meeting Jun 10, 2025 - Agenda for Regular Meeting Type Action Recommended Action There being no further business to discuss, motion to adjourn. The next regular business meeting of the School Board is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 700 S.W. 2nd Avenue, Room 303, Okeechobee, Florida. File Attachments Motion & Voting There being no further business to discuss, motion to adjourn. The next regular business meeting of the School Board is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 700 S.W. 2nd Avenue, Room 303, Okeechobee, Florida. Motion by Malissa Morgan, second by Amanda N Riedel. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Christine B Bishop, Melisa M Jahner, Malissa Morgan, Amanda N Riedel 11. 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