Business Meeting

1 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Business Meeting Aquilina Howell Center 3955 W. Pensacola Street Tallahassee FL 32304 6:00 PM 1. Opening Items Subject 1.01 Pledge of Allegiance - Tyriq Walker, James S. Rickards High School Student Body President Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 1. Opening Items Type Name: Mr. Tyriq Walker (Student Body President) Grade: 12th Grade Senior Accompanied By: Ms. Kenyona Allen (Mother), SGA Advisor Mr. Alvin White II and SGA Advisor Mrs. Madinah Combs Cumulative Weighted GPA: 4.27 Student Involvement & Leadership Student Body President of James S. Rickards High School Student District Advisory Council Representative Leon County Schools - Student Influencer Dual Enrolled student at Tallahassee State College Hobbies & Interests Football Spending time with family DIY Projects Plans to be an Anesthesiologist Academic & Athletic Honors Werner Hyundai & Kia Scholar Athlete of the Week Best Defensive Linebacker of the Year – James S. Rickards High School Football Head Coach Award – James S. Rickards High School President’s List Honoree – Tallahassee State College Voted by his senior peers as Most Spirited Voted by his senior peers as Most Likely to Succeed File Attachments Subject 1.02 Thought for the Day - TyKirra Jenkins, James S. Rickards High School 2026 - 2027 Student Body President Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 1. Opening Items Type Name: Ms. TyKirra Jenkins (Rising Student Body President-Elect 26-27) Grade: 11th Grade Junior Accompanied By: Ms. Latarsha Hampton (Mother), SGA Advisor Mr. Alvin White II, SGA Advisor Mr. Alvin White II and Advisor Mrs. Madinah Combs. Cumulative Weighted GPA: 4.01 Student Involvement & Leadership Freshman Princess of James S. Rickards High School (23-24) Sophomore Princess of James S. Rickards High School (24-25) Junior Princess of James S. Rickards High School (Royal Court) (25-26) Junior Class President of James S. Rickards High School (25-26) Rising Student Body President-Elect National Honors Society of James S. Rickards High School Girl Mentor, Tallahassee Glambition Group Hobbies & Interests Arts and Crafts Spending time with family Listening to music Voted by her peers as Most Spirited Academic & Athletic Honors Varsity Cheerleading Successfully passing the PERT test to begin Dual Enrollment Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar A-Honor Roll (Assistant Principal of Curriculum Honor List) File Attachments Subject 1.03 James S. Rickards High School Updates - Principal Doug Cook Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 1. Opening Items Type File Attachments James S. Rickards High School - FV.pdf (31,086 KB) 2. Superintendent's Spotlight Subject 2.01 LCS High School Creative Writing Project Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 2. Superintendent's Spotlight Type Addison Baxley: Godby student Sophia Meis: Leon student James Reierstad: SAIL student Christen Ellrich: Leon teacher Genise Cooper: Rickards teacher Carolyn Reierstad: Chiles teacher Stephen Chin: SAIL teacher Sheree Brown: Professional Learning File Attachments Rickards.jpg (202 KB) Lincoln.jpg (209 KB) Leon.jpg (194 KB) Group.jpg (123 KB) Sail.jpg (201 KB) Chiles.jpg (194 KB) Godby.jpg (189 KB) Subject 2.02 FSU READ-UP Updates Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 2. Superintendent's Spotlight Type Dr. LaKeisha Johnson Dr. Lara Perez-Felkner Dr. Denise Dennis File Attachments 2026 LCS School Board ReadUp Presentation 05.12.26.pdf (1,313 KB) Subject 2.03 Special Presentation - Superintendent Hanna and the LCSB Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 2. Superintendent's Spotlight Type File Attachments 3. Recognitions Subject 3.01 2026 FHSAA Track and Field State Champions Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 3. Recognitions Type Doug Cook, Principal Earl Hankerson, Athletic Director Terraca Jones, Track and Field Head Lady Raiders Coach Jabari Bryant, Raider Sprint Coach Journee Belcher, Junior Father and brother both Jason Belcher Painting and hiking Champion in the 200m,400m, High Jump and 3rd in the 100m Davion Crumitie, Junior David Crumitie & Myeisha Thomas Fishing, Video games Champion in 100m, 200m, 4x100m Christian Randolph Kenneth & Christiana Randolph Cooking & Cleaning Champion in 4x100m 1 st leg Demari Bouie, Junior Willie & Tyeshia Bouie Watching Television and video games https://x.com/rhsathletics1/status/2052924413541024084?s=46&t=DeT_tU3AWFDrXX2m-1n5aA 4x100m Champion 3 rd leg Aaron Johnson Aaron & Tiffany Johnson Fishing & Video games Champion 4x100 Anchor Leg File Attachments 4. Reports to be Heard 5. Changes and Additions Subject 5.01 Changes and Additions: May 12, 2026 Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 5. Changes and Additions Type Action (Consent) The Superintendent recommends approval of changes and additions to the May 12, 2026 Business Meeting 1. Item 7.03 (Approval of Personnel Action, May 12, 2026) - Added a line item to the Public Content (13 - Additional Units) and replaced documentation to reflect this change. 2. Item 12.04 ( 2026 Brownsville Lease Agreement at Leonard Wesson School) - Replaced documentation. Lessee requested to operate under Brownsville Preparatory 2 Institute LLC rather than Brownsville Preparatory Institute LLC. Additionally, we have added a clause for insurance that allows 5 business days for the lessee to show proof of insurance. 3) Item 19.13 (The Superintendent recommends Board approval of the Selection Committee recommendation: Rippee Construction, Inc. for RFQ 113-2026 (Re-Solicitation) Construction Manager Services for Raa Middle School, New Construction, Remodeling, Renovations, Demolition and Site Work Project) - PULLED 4) Add Item 19.18 - The Superintendent recommends approval of the 2026 agreement with the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center for High School Rehearsals and Graduations. Contract language agreement was finalized after the meeting was published. 5) Item 17.02 (26-27 Lively Technical College Student Handbook and Course Catalog) - Replaced Documentation. 6) Add Item 19.19 - The Superintendent recommends approval to advertise amendments to Policy 1430.06 Annual Leave, for a public hearing and adoption on June 16, 2026. 7) Add Item 19.20 - The Superintendent recommends approval to advertise amendments to Policy 4430.06 Annual Leave, for a public hearing and adoption on June 16, 2026. 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. 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. 6. Persons to be Heard 7. Items of Consent - General Subject 7.01 School Board Meeting Minutes Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 7. Items of Consent - General Type File Attachments 04.28.26 School Board Business Meeting Minutes.pdf (180 KB) Subject 7.02 School Board Workshop/Agenda Review Minutes Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 7. Items of Consent - General Type File Attachments 04.27.26 School Board Agenda Review Workshop Minutes.pdf (153 KB) Subject 7.03 Approval of Personnel Action, May 12, 2026 Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 7. Items of Consent - General Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No The attached personnel actions are recommended to be approved as indicated: 1. Instructional Staff Appointments 2. Instructional Staff Separations 3. Supplemental Personnel 4. Instructional Staff Leaves 5. Support Staff Appointments - Regular 6. Support Staff Appointments - OPS/Hourly 7. Support Staff Transfers/Changes 8. Support Staff Separations 9. Support Staff Leave Requests 10. Support Staff Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) 11. Support Staff Resignation Earlier Deferred Retirement Option Program 12. Substitute Appointments 13. Additional Units Nominated staff have met all current screening policy requirements. This consent agenda includes items received from April 29, 2026 through May 11, 2026. File Attachments Board Agenda 5.12.26 II.pdf (216 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. 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. 8. Items of Consent - General: Bids and Quotes Subject 8.01 (None to Date) Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 8. Items of Consent - General: Bids and Quotes Type File Attachments 9. Items of Consent - General: Purchase Orders Subject 9.01 (None to Date) Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 9. Items of Consent - General: Purchase Orders Type File Attachments 10. Items of Consent - General: Standard Services Contract (SSC) Subject 10.01 (None to Date) Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 10. Items of Consent - General: Standard Services Contract (SSC) Type File Attachments 11. Items of Consent - General: Grants Subject 11.01 (None to Date) Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 11. Items of Consent - General: Grants Type File Attachments 12. Items of Consent - General: Contracts/Cooperative Agreements Subject 12.01 2026-2027 One-Year License Renewal Agreement with Lexia Learning Systems for Lexia Core5 Literacy Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 12. Items of Consent - General: Contracts/Cooperative Agreements Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $331,200.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Instructional Materials STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Jean Pepe/Shane Syfrett, 850-487-7219 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of the one-year license renewal agreement for 2026-2027 with Lexia Learning Systems for Lexia Core5 Literacy. ITEM SUMMARY: Lexia Core5 Literacy is a computer-based adaptive program designed to accelerate literacy skills for elementary school students who are at risk of not meeting grade level standards. Core5 follows an adaptive blended learning model that supports personalized reading instruction as well as teacher-directed differentiated instruction. The prior year Lexia renewal was for Power Up being used at high schools. This one-year renewal is for Core5 which is used at all 24 elementary schools. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? Yes File Attachments K-12 Education Application License Agreement Renewal 2026-2027.pdf (2,665 KB) Renaissance's Practices Relating to Children Online Privacy (policy).pdf (338 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. 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. Subject 12.02 Renaissance Learning, Inc., Accelerated Reader Renewal for 2026-2027 Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 12. Items of Consent - General: Contracts/Cooperative Agreements Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $115,233.45 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Instructional Materials STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Kathleen Malloy 850-487- 7811 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of the one-year license renewal agreement for 2026-2027 with Renaissance Accelerated Reader ITEM SUMMARY: Renaissance Accelerated Reader is a computer-based reading management program that utilizes a reading level measurement (ZPD-Zone of Proximal Development) determined by the STAR Reading Assessment. Students select books within their ZPD to read and then take a computerized quiz based on the book’s content and vocabulary. This program is implemented in all elementary and K-8 schools. Professional Development is made available annually as a part of the STAR Renaissance package. Renaissance maintains an updated Data Privacy Agreement with Leon County Schools. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? YES File Attachments Renaissance Accelerated Reader License Agreement Renewal 2026-2027.pdf (2,697 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. 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. Subject 12.03 Five-Year Research Agreement with the Regents of the University of Michigan Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 12. Items of Consent - General: Contracts/Cooperative Agreements Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Lewis Blessing/487-7358 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends the approval of the five-year Research Agreement with The Regents of the University of Michigan. ITEM SUMMARY: The Office of Professional Learning is requesting approval of a five (5) year Research Agreement with the Regents of the University of Michigan to conduct research with Leon County Schools. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? YES File Attachments LCS_University_Research Contract_5 Years_UMichigan.pdf (231 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. 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. Subject 12.04 2026 Brownsville Lease Agreement at Leonard Wesson School Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 12. Items of Consent - General: Contracts/Cooperative Agreements Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date May 12, 2026 Absolute Date May 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Budget Source Fees from private provider for lease STAFF PERSON REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Brooke Brunner/922-2099 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of the 2026 Brownsville Lease Agreement at Leonard Wesson School. ITEM SUMMARY: The Leon County School Board proposes a lease agreement with Brownsville Preparatory Institute LLC to expand access to high-quality early childhood services for children and families in the South City community. Through this partnership, Brownsville Preparatory Institute will operate early learning programs at the Leonard Wesson School site, including academic childcare, afterschool, and family support services. This collaboration aligns with the District’s commitment to strengthening early learning opportunities and supporting school readiness for young children. The agreement allows the organization to utilize designated space on the Wesson campus, creating a community-centered hub for early childhood education while maximizing the use of existing district facilities. The School Board will continue to maintain the facility’s structural components, while the provider manages daily operations and programming. The lease term is July 1, 2026 through June 15, 2027, providing a defined period to deliver services and evaluate impact. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to serving children and families, leveraging community expertise, and increasing access to high-quality early learning experiences in Leon County. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO THE BOARD SECRETARY? Yes File Attachments Rev Signed Brownsville_Wesson_Lease_Final.pdf (2,727 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. 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. 13. Items of Consent - General: Budget Amendments Subject 13.01 (None to Date) Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 13. Items of Consent - General: Budget Amendments Type File Attachments 14. Items of Consent - General: Change Orders Subject 14.01 (None to Date) Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 14. Items of Consent - General: Change Orders Type File Attachments 15. Items of Consent - General: Amendment to Professional Service Subject 15.01 (None to Date) Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 15. Items of Consent - General: Amendment to Professional Service Type File Attachments 16. Items of Consent - General: Short Form Agreements Subject 16.01 Clifford Lamb & Associates, Short Form Agreement for Civil Engineering Consulting Services for Roberts Elementary School Parking Study and Design Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 16. Items of Consent - General: Short Form Agreements Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $24,400.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Maintenance Funded STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen, 617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends Board action to approve a Short Form Agreement with Clifford Lamb & Associates , for Civil Engineering Consulting Services for Roberts Elementary School Parking Study and Design, authorize the Chairman, or Vice Chairman and Superintendent to sign all related documents and authorize the necessary budget amendments. ITEM SUMMARY: Clifford Lamb & Associates , has submitted a Short Form Agreement for Civil Engineering Consulting Services for Roberts Elementary School Parking Study and Design. Clifford Lamb & Associates has the expertise and experience to successfully complete these services. The amount of this agreement is $24,400.00. NOTE: On June 18, 2024 (#19.13) the Board approved the Shortlist Committee rankings for RFQ 259-2025 Continuing Contract for Professional Civil Engineering Consulting Services. Projects will be issued in rotating order based on the rankings of the Interview Committee per Leon County Policy 6320.00. the following firms are listed in ranked order: George & Associates, Consulting Engineers, Inc. - Lincoln Driveway (Project was assigned and is pending receipt of proposal for submittal of Short Form Agreement for Board Approval) Urban Catalyst Consultants, Inc. - Godby High School Stormwater Conveyance Design (Project was assigned to next ranked firm Urban Catalyst who previously completed the drainage study at Godby High School) – Board Date February 25, 2025 (#18.04) Halff Associates, Inc. - Leon High School West Driveway Repaving Planning and Design Services David H. Melvin, Inc. - Roberts Elementary School Parking Study and Design Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. - Property trade St Joe at Conley ES. The fee for this project was under $8,000 and purchasing guidelines were followed and a purchase order was issued Clifford Lamb & Associates - Roberts ES Parking Extension Moore Bass Consulting, Inc. Inovia Consulting Group (dba L&W Engineering, Inc.) Clifford Lamb & Associates .is being issued this project based on the rankings. Clifford Lamb & Associates , has earned an estimated amount of $11,500.00 of projects over the past 5 years. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? Yes File Attachments Clifford Lamb SFA.pdf (887 KB) Cliff Lamb Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,275 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. 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. 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Subject 17.01 Amendment to 2026-2027 Department of Early Learning Childcare Center Fees Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date May 12, 2026 Absolute Date May 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source Private Pay Fees STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Brooke Brunner 922-2099 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of the amended Summer 2026 and SY 2026-2027 fee schedule for The Department of Early Learning Childcare Center. ITEM SUMMARY: This amendment updates the previously approved Summer 2026 and 2026–2027 Childcare Center Fee Schedule for the Department of Early Learning to include wrap-around care options for summer programming. The revised fee schedule adds: A VPK Wrap Around rate to support extended-day services for Summer Pre-K students A Summer Bridge Wrap Around rate to provide continued care for children transitioning into kindergarten Consistent application of cycle-based tuition pricing, ensuring alignment with the previously approved structure The amendment maintains all previously approved components, including: Care for children ages six weeks through three years at the childcare centers Expanded operational days, including select non-instructional days Multiple enrollment options (full-time and part-time) Existing discount structures, including LCS employee, sibling, and partnership rates These additions expand access to full-day summer early learning opportunities while maintaining equitable, transparent pricing and supporting continuity of care for families. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments 26-27 Childcare Center Fee Schedule.pdf (38 KB) 26-27 Childcare Center Fee Schedule SY.pdf (40 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. 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. Subject 17.02 26-27 Lively Technical College Student Handbook and Course Catalog Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: BJ Van Camp/487-7418 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of the 2026-2027 Student Handbook as policies and procedures for students attending Lively Technical College to replace any current policies/procedures in NEOLA. The Superintendent is recommending approval of the 2026-2027 Course Catalog to include the schedule of courses via the course matrix and the all-student fees. ITEM SUMMARY: The Student Handbook serves as a comprehensive guide and outlines expectations and their rights and responsibilities while enrolled at Lively Technical College. It includes information about the school mission, calendar, and the handbook outlines the code of student conduct, the college’s expectations of students, and all relevant procedures. Additionally, the Student Handbook helps students fully engaged in their LTC experience. T he Superintendent is recommending approval of the 2026-2027 Course Catalog to include the schedule of courses via the course matrix and the all-student fees. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments 26-27 Student Handbook.pdf (8,241 KB) Course Catalog 2026-2027.pdf (8,137 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. 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. Subject 17.03 ESOL Add-On Endorsement Program Plan 2026-2031 Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Michele Prescott 850-445-8182 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of the ESOL Add-On Endorsement Program Plan 2026-2031 ITEM SUMMARY: The LCS ESOL Add-On Certification Program provides teachers of English Language Learners, (ELLs) the opportunity to develop knowledge and instructional skills to better address the learning needs of their students. This program is created to align with the requirement of the Consent Decree found in Section 1003.56, F.S., and Rules 6A-6.0900 to 6A-6.0909, F.A.C., ensuring the civil rights of all ELL students in their access to educational programs. Successful completion of the program training requirements leads to the ESOL Endorsement as an add-on certification to the Florida Educator Certificate and can be used as credit to renew the professional certificate. The program training objectives strengthen the knowledge and instructional skills of teachers. Improved instruction is expected to have a positive impact on ELL achievement. In order to provide wide-spread access to all LCS educators who are impacted by the LCS ESOL expectations, the delivery method of this course will be primarily in the form of online modules. As data is monitored and impact is measured, online modules may be modified to be delivered in a face-to-face contact should it ever become necessary. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? No File Attachments ESOL Add-On Endorsement Program Program Plan 2026-2031.pdf (3,629 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. 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. Subject 17.04 Extension of Suspensions Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Rusty Edwards/ 487-7306 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends the students below be suspended to include May 26, 2026. If the parent waives the right to a Hearing or agree to a Stipulation Agreement or the entry to a Final Order expelling the student(s) to his/her right to attend Ghazvini Learning Center, PACE Center for Girls, Home Education or ACE. . ITEM SUMMARY: Case No. LCS: 2025-050 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2025-150 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2025-216 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-027 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-042 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-069 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-074 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-075 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-084 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-085 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-093 (Elementary) Case No. LCS: 2026-098 (Elementary) Case No. LCS: 2026-102 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-105 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-122 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-124 (Elementary) Case No. LCS 2026-125 (Elementary) Case No. LCS: 2026-126 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-127 (Elementary) Case No. LCS: 2026-128 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-130 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-131 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-132 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-133 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-134 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-135 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-136 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-137 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-138 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-139 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-140 (Secondary) WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO 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. 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. Subject 17.05 Stipulation Agreement for Alternative Placement Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Rusty Edwards/ 487-7306 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends ratification of the terms of the Stipulation Agreement for placement at an Alternative Site in the cases below as agreed to by the student, parent and/or guardian, which hold administrative proceedings seeking expulsion abeyance. For the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year(s) thru the 1 st semester of the 2026-2027 school year(s) . ITEM SUMMARY: Case No. LCS: 2026-022 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-086 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-083 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-099 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-121 (Secondary) WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO 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. 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. Subject 17.06 Stipulation Agreement for Alternative Placement Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Rusty Edwards/ 487-7306 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends ratification of the terms of the Stipulation Agreement for placement at an Alternative Site in the cases below as agreed to by the student, parent and/or guardian, which hold administrative proceedings seeking expulsion abeyance. For the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year(s) and all of the 2026-2027 school year(s) . ITEM SUMMARY: Case No. LCS: 2026-096 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-104 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-106 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-107 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-108 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-109 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-112 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-113 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-115 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-116 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-117 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-123 (Secondary) WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO 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. 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. Subject 17.07 Expulsion Waivers Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Rusty Edwards/ 487-7306 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends the students below be expelled for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year(s) thru the 1 st semester of the 2026-2027 school year(s) subject to his/her right to attend Ghazvini Learning Center, PACE Center for Girls, Home Education or ACE. . ITEM SUMMARY: Case No. LCS: 2026-055 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-072 (Secondary) WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO 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. 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. Subject 17.08 Expulsion Waivers Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 17. Items of Consent - General: Other Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Rusty Edwards/ 487-7306 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends the students below be expelled for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year(s) and all of the 2026-2027 school year(s) subject to his/her right to attend Ghazvini Learning Center, PACE Center for Girls, Home Education or ACE. . ITEM SUMMARY: Case No. LCS: 2026-097 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-101 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-103 (Elementary) Case No. LCS: 2026-110 (Secondary) Case No. LCS:2026-111 (Elementary) Case No. LCS: 2026-114 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-118 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-119 (Secondary) Case No. LCS: 2026-120 (Secondary) WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO 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. 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. 18. Items of Consent - Construction Subject 18.01 Hawks Rise Elementary School, School Initiated Project, for the creation of a cafeteria mural Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 18. Items of Consent - Construction Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $5,500.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source School PTO STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen, 617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends Board approval of the Hawks Rise Elementary School, School Initiated Project, for the creation of a cafeteria mural. ITEM SUMMARY: Terri Martin, Principal at Hawks Rise Elementary School supports the recommendation of teachers, staff and school community for Board approval for the creation of a cafeteria mural at Hawks Rise Elementary School. The creation of a cafeteria mural at the Hawks Rise Elementary School is gender neutral, ADA compliant, and provides inclusive spaces for all students. No permitting is required, so the Code Enforcement Department will not require any inspections, but our Maintenance Department will ensure the materials used will meet the District standards. The project will be funded through Hawks Rise Elementary School PTO funds. On occasion, booster organizations and parent teacher organizations raise money for a facility or equipment for a school, specific sport or organization of the school. In accordance with Policy 7230.01, it is the responsibility of the school district to ensure that several concerns are addressed, including: · the financial ability of the organization to complete the project, · the impact on gender equity issues (Title IX), · the impact on district wide equity among all schools, · building code (vendor insurance will be checked at that time also ), SREF and other safety requirements; · long-term maintenance required for the new facility. Prior to the Superintendent making a recommendation to the Board, various departments (Financial Auditor, Title IX Coordinator, Purchasing, Student Athletics, Facilities/Construction and Code Enforcement) reviewed each of the relative issues above to ensure that it is a good investment for Leon County School Board. A review of established standards is conducted to protect our students and the school district. The Facilities/Construction and Code Enforcement Departments have evaluated the project proposal and has determined that the plans and specifications for this project are adequate and the project complies with all the requirements. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO THE BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments Hawks Rise Elementary School SIP Cafeteria Mural.pdf (6,681 KB) Hawks Rise Elementary School SIP Cafeteria Mural.pdf (1,214 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. 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. Subject 18.02 Phase III Drawings and Specifications for Rickards High School Restroom Pavilion Project Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 18. Items of Consent - Construction Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted Yes STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen, 850-617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends Board approval of the Phase III design documents for Rickards High School Restroom Pavilion Project to be submitted to the Department of Education, Office of Facilities for review. This authorizes the Chairman or Vice Chairman and Superintendent to sign all related documents and necessary budget amendments. ITEM SUMMARY: ITEM SUMMARY: On November 18, 2025, Item # 18.03 the firm Fitzgerald Collaborative Group, LLC was approved by the Board for Rickards High School Restroom Pavilion project . School districts and community colleges are required to ensure that plans for construction meet minimum requirements of the Florida Building Code. Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, requires plans to be reviewed for code compliance by individuals certified as plan reviewers by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Note: The Department of Education offers this service at no charge to the district. Project Number 5-25-H-233 WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO THE BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments Rickards High School.pdf (1,789 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. 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. Subject 18.03 Surplus, Demolition and Removal of Portables #99-508 and #99-525 from Ruediger Elementary School from Service, to declare as surplus and demolish Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 18. Items of Consent - Construction Type Action (Consent) STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen, 617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of the Surplus, Demolition and Removal of Portables #99-508 and #99-525 from Ruediger Elementary School from Service, to declare as surplus and demolish. ITEM SUMMARY: Portables #99-508 and #99-525 are not needed to meet capacity requirements and have been found to be no longer structurally feasible to maintain. It cannot be approved for student occupancy and should be surplused, demolished and removed from site. This is a request to declare the portable listed above as surplus, remove from service, demolish and remove from site. A memorandum is attached in support of this from the Certified Building Official. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments Ruediger 99-508 99-525.pdf (72 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. 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. Subject 18.04 Cook Brothers, Inc. Change Order # 2 (Deductive) for Construction Manager Services for Woodville K-8 School Sewer Connection and Site Improvements Project Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 18. Items of Consent - Construction Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source LCIF STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen, 617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends approval of Change Order # 2 in the deductive amount of (-$34,269.30) for Cook Brothers, Inc. , Woodville K-8 School Sewer Connection and Site Improvements Project. This change order authorizes the Chair or Vice Chair and Superintendent to sign all related documents and necessary budget amendments. ITEM SUMMARY: On October 14, 2025 (Item #18.01) the Board approved the short form agreement to Cook Brothers, Inc. in the amount of $7,000.00 for preconstruction services . Amendment # 1 was for the demolition and decommissioning of existing wastewater treatment facility and removal of existing asphalt parking lot to install new wastewater pipe and tie-ins to existing force mains and full depth parking lot and sidewalk reconstruction and all work indicated on project documents i n the amount of $696,599.31 and the addition of (90) days for a time extension changin g the substantial completion date to March 23, 2026. The amendment brings in the defined scope of work and funding for the project. Change Order #1 was i n the amount of $92,699.62 which reflects unforeseen necessary additional scope and scope expenses in RFI #6 and for the addition of (28) days of time extension changin g the substantial completion date to April 20, 2026 . Change Order #2 i s in the deductive amount of (-$34,269.30) for the return of unused funds . T he substantial completion date is unchanged. The new short form agreement amount is $762,029.63. The contract substantial completion date is unchanged. NOTE: This is not a phased project. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO THE BOARD? Yes Project No. 12-25-N-R-230 File Attachments Cook Brothers Woodville CO 002.pdf (180 KB) Cook Brothers Woodville CO 001.pdf (419 KB) Cook Brothers Woodville Amendment 1.pdf (1,150 KB) COOK BROTHERS CM Continuing Contract.pdf (4,332 KB) COOK BROTHERS CM Continuing Contract.pdf (4,332 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. 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. Subject 18.05 Certification of applicants seeking prequalification for bidding LCSB construction projects Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 18. Items of Consent - Construction Type Action (Consent) STAFF PERSON REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen- 617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends Board action to approve the certification of applicants seeking pre-qualifications for bidding LCSB construction projects as presented in this agenda. ITEM SUMMARY: On April 14, 2015, the Leon County School Board revised and adopted Policy 6334, Prequalification of Contractors for Educational Facilities & Construction, with an effective date of April, 15, 2015. The School Board will prequalify contractors for a one- year period pursuant to the criteria set forth in Florida Statutes 1013.46, and State Requirements for Educational Facilities, Chapter 4, Section 4.1(1). The Certificate for Prequalification is valid for one-year from the date of School Board approval. The attached list of contractors have met all requirements. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments Backup.pdf (110 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. 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. 19. Items for Consideration Subject 19.01 The Superintendent announces a public hearing for the recommendation of the 2025-26 LCS World Languages Adoption. This is a Public Hearing. - The Vote will be at the next board meeting. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $525,000.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Instructional Materials STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Shane Syfrett and Kathleen Malloy (487-7811) ACTION REQUESTED: No vote for this item. This is a public hearing. ITEM SUMMARY: The Superintendent announces the public hearing for the recommended 2025-26 LCS World Languages Adoption. This is the public hearing for: American Sign Language: eDynamic Holdings American Sign Language (2024) French: Carnegie Learning, T'es branche? (2025) Latin: Hands Up Education, Suburani, (2021) Spanish: Carnegie Learning, Que chevere! (2025) A formal vote to adopt these instructional materials will be held at the next School Board Meeting on May 26, 2026. The World Language textbooks and instructional materials have been made publicly available to Stakeholders since our announcement March 31st, anyone may review online versions of all the texts from which the committee selected, including the recommended text, at: https://www.leonschools.net/67905_4 . For an in-person review of curriculum materials, please contact Kathleen Malloy at: kathleen.malloy@leonschools.net or (850) 487-7811. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments Subject 19.02 The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of NEW Policy 2431.06 Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in Athletics, effective May 13, 2026. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Dr. Benny Bolden /850-487-7193 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of NEW Policy 2431.06 Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in Athletics, effective May 13, 2026. ITEM SUMMARY: New Policy 2431.06 affirms student‑athletes’ right to use and benefit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL) while requiring compliance with Florida law, State Board of Education rules, School Board policies, and FHSAA bylaws; violations can affect amateur status and eligibility. The policy prohibits using or monetizing district or member‑school uniforms, logos, mascots, insignia, or event references in NIL activities without prior written authorization; endorsing third‑party goods or services during school/District/FHSAA activities; referencing FHSAA/NFHS/school accolades or championships in paid NIL activities; and engaging in NIL work connected to specified categories (e.g., adult entertainment; alcohol, tobacco, vaping, nicotine; cannabis; controlled substances and prescription pharmaceuticals; gambling and sports betting; weapons; political or social activism; and NIL collectives). NIL collectives are independent of the District, and District personnel may not participate in collective activities nor direct NIL incentives; student‑athletes are responsible for confirming how NIL deals affect eligibility with collegiate or other governing bodies and are encouraged to seek legal and tax advice. DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments 2026_03_10_NEW_PO_2431_06_NAME_IMAGE_LIKENESS.pdf (92 KB) 2026_03_10_NEW_PO_2431_06_NAME_IMAGE_LIKENESS.pdf (92 KB) Subject 19.03 The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 5410.01 Promotion, Placement, and Retention, effective May 13, 2026. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Shane Syfrett /850-414-5199 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 5410.01 Promotion, Placement, and Retention, effective May 13, 2026. ITEM SUMMARY: The Promotion, Placement, and Retention policy (po5410.01) requires the District to place students in the educational setting best suited to their individual needs and to advance students only when they demonstrate sufficient mastery of state standards. It mandates a comprehensive student progression plan that includes evaluation criteria, progress monitoring, and targeted interventions; early identification and timely, evidence‑based interventions for substantial reading or mathematics deficiencies (including dyslexia and dyscalculia); individualized progress monitoring plans developed within 45 days of screening results; monthly parent notifications of intervention progress and opportunities for meetings; retention rules (including mandatory retention for third graders who do not remediate reading deficiencies unless exempted for good cause and criteria for midyear promotion after demonstrated mastery); required plans for students not meeting performance expectations (IEP, schoolwide progress monitoring, or individualized plans); specific provisions for middle‑grade promotion and high‑school preparatory course requirements (including EOC assessments counting 30% of course grades where applicable); parental rights to request ACCEL options (whole‑grade, midyear, or subject‑matter acceleration) with eligibility procedures; required academic and career planning and notification of acceleration/early‑graduation/ACCEL options; accommodations and retention procedures for students with disabilities documented in IEPs; and clear requirements that students not be socially promoted based solely on age. DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments 2026_03_24_PO_5410_01_PROMOTION_PLACEMENT_AND_RETENTION.pdf (112 KB) Subject 19.04 The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 5460 Graduation Requirements, effective May 13, 2026. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Mr. Shane Syfrett / 850-414-5199 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 5460 Graduation Requirements, effective May 13, 2026. ITEM SUMMARY: The Graduation Requirements policy (po5460) sets the District’s standards for awarding a standard high school diploma, requiring students (depending on entry year) to complete a specified credit distribution (generally 24 credits across English, math, science, social studies, arts/CTE, electives, physical education/health, and a required online course), meet state assessment or concordant score requirements, and earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. The policy describes alternative pathways (International Baccalaureate, Advanced International Certificate of Education, Career and Technical Education pathway, accelerated three‑year options, early admission/early graduation, and credit earned via end‑of‑course, AP, or CLEP exams), details CTE graduation pathway requirements and industry‑certification options, and requires personal financial literacy, CPR/first aid training, and opportunities for computer science/industry certifications. It addresses accommodations and options for students with disabilities (IEP decisions, possible waivers of statewide assessments, deferment of diplomas while accessing services to age 21), adult‑education diploma and equivalency options, attendance and GPA requirements, recordkeeping and diploma designations (e.g., Scholar, Industry Scholar, Florida Seal of Fine Arts), provisions for remediation and extra years for students who do not meet requirements, and rules about participation in commencement exercises and issuance of honorary diplomas where appropriate. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments 2026_03_24_PO_5460_GRADUATION_REQUIREMENTS.pdf (183 KB) 2026_03_10_PO_5460_GRADUATION_REQUIREMENTS.pdf (183 KB) Subject 19.05 The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 5410 Student Progression, effective on May 13, 2026. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Shane Syfrett /850-414-5199 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 5410 Student Progression, effective on May 13, 2026. ITEM SUMMARY: The Student Progression policy (po5410) establishes a district plan, required by Florida law, that bases grade advancement on mastery of state standards in English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies; it emphasizes early literacy by prioritizing reading proficiency K–3 and requires targeted supports, remediation, and intensive programs for students who do not meet performance levels on statewide assessments. The policy mandates timely sharing of assessment results with teachers and parents, uses all available assessments (including ELA and Algebra/Geometry end‑of‑course tests) to identify deficiencies and guide postsecondary preparatory instruction, and sets specified performance thresholds that trigger remediation or retention. It provides procedures for whole‑grade, midyear, and subject‑matter acceleration (including ACCEL options and dual enrollment), outlines alternative placements for students retained multiple years, requires K–12 digital‑skills instructional sequences and pathways to industry credentials, allows certain prekindergarten retention decisions in consultation with an IEP team for eligible students with disabilities, and ensures parents are informed and may participate in promotion, retention, and accelerated‑graduation processes. DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments 2026_03_24_PO_5410_STUDENT_PROGRESSION.pdf (60 KB) Subject 19.06 The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 2261.02 Title I – Parents’ Right to Know, effective May 13, 2026. Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE : Dr. April Knight /850-487-7872 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends, following a public hearing, approval of amendments to Policy 2261.02 Title I – Parents’ Right to Know, effective May 13, 2026. ITEM SUMMARY: The Title I — Parents' Right to Know policy (po2261.02) requires the District to notify parents at the start of each school year for every Title I school that they may request timely information about their child’s classroom teachers’ professional qualifications, including state certification/licensure status, any emergency or provisional credentials, teachers’ undergraduate major and graduate certifications, whether teachers are instructing within their certified fields, and the qualifications of paraprofessionals. The District must also provide parents information on their child’s achievement and academic growth on required state assessments when available, and timely notice if a child is assigned to—or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by—a teacher who is not considered “highly qualified” or lacks required certification. For testing transparency, parents must be informed each year that they may request details about state and district assessment policies, be advised of any right to opt their child out where applicable, and be given accessible information about all required assessments. For English learners, the District must notify parents within 30 days of the school year (or within two weeks of placement during the year) about identification, reasons for placement, the child’s English proficiency level and assessment method, program instructional methods and how they differ from alternatives, how the program meets the child’s needs and helps achieve English proficiency and promotion/graduation standards, exit criteria and expected transition/graduation rates, how the program addresses services for children with disabilities, and parental rights to remove or decline placement or choose among programs. Notices must be provided in an understandable format and the District must conduct outreach and hold meetings to involve and assist parents in supporting their children’s education. DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO BOARD SECRETARY? NO File Attachments 2026_03_10_PO_2261_02_TITLE_1_PARENTS_RIGHT_TO_KNOW.pdf (67 KB) 2026_03_10_PO_2261_02_TITLE_1_PARENTS_RIGHT_TO_KNOW.pdf (96 KB) Subject 19.07 The Superintendent recommends Board approval of the first renewal option for the Continuing Contracts for Professional Civil Engineering Consulting Services Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen, 617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends Board approval of the first renewal option for the Continuing Contracts for Professional Civil Engineering Consulting Services, for the following firms as listed in ranked order: George & Associates, Consulting Engineers, Inc. Urban Catalyst Consultants, Inc. Halff Associates, Inc. David H. Melvin, Inc. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. Clifford Lamb & Associates Moore Bass Consulting, Inc. L&W Engineering, Inc. (dba Inovia Consulting Group) And authorize the Chair/Vice Chair or Superintendent to sign all related documents and authorize the necessary budget amendments ITEM SUMMARY: In accordance with Policy 6320.02 Continuing Contracts, which provides for up to three (3) one (1) year renewal periods with prior approval of the Board. The first renewal option is hereby exercised and the completion date of the Contract is hereby changed from June 30, 2026 to June 30, 2027. An advertisement was published once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Tallahassee Democrat and on our Purchasing website for RFQ 259-2025 Continuing Contract for Professional Civil Engineering Consulting Services. Eight (8) firms submitted the required documentation for qualification. The Short List Committee evaluated the responses and ranked the firms in the order set forth above. On June 18, 2024 (#19.13) the Board approved the recommended ranking of qualified firms set forth above, and awarded Continuing Contracts. The original term of the contract was from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026. WILL SUBMITTER BE DELIVERING SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS TO THE BOARD SECRETARY? Yes File Attachments Civil Engineering Amendments.pdf (188 KB) George and Associates Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,512 KB) Urban Catalyst Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,317 KB) Halff Associates Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,410 KB) David Melvin Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,481 KB) Kimley Horn Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,329 KB) Moore Bass Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,320 KB) Inovia dba L and W Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,356 KB) Cliff Lamb Civil Continuing Contract.pdf (2,275 KB) Subject 19.08 The Superintendent recommends Board approval of the first renewal option for the Continuing Contracts for Professional Structural Engineering Consulting Services Meeting May 12, 2026 - Business Meeting Category 19. Items for Consideration Type Action STAFF MEMBER REPORTING THIS ITEM/PHONE: Rod McQueen, 617-1800 ACTION REQUESTED: The Superintendent recommends Board approval of the first renewal option for the Continuing Contracts for Professional Structural Engineering Consulting Services, for the following firms as listed in ranked o