Marion County Schools public meetings in 2020
45 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve routine administrative items, including consent agenda items for property disposal, budget amendments, financial reports, and purchasing contracts. The most consequential actions are approving a $375,000 yearly estimate for new leased multifunction copiers and a $172,000 expenditure increase for HVAC equipment and consumables.
- Approved disposition of tangible property valued at $159,493.94
- Approved Budget Resolution Number 2 for October 2020 budget amendments
- Approved monthly financial report for October 2020: revenues $107,314,036.56, expenditures $128,076,889.49
- Approved $172,000 expenditure increase for Bid 3807GM (HVAC equipment and consumables)
- Approved $375,000 yearly estimate for Bid 3842RC (leased multifunction copiers)
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will receive updates from the superintendent and discuss two main topics: the 2021 Stop Loss and Health Plan Year updates, and district-wide attendance zones for Evergreen Elementary. The meeting is primarily for discussion and review, with no formal votes scheduled.
- 2021 Stop Loss and 2021 Health Plan Year updates
- District-wide attendance zones (Evergreen options)
- Superintendent's administrative briefing
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes on work session topics
Special Board Meeting - Organizational
This is the annual organizational meeting of the Marion County School Board, required by Florida law. The board will set its regular meeting schedule for 2021, elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, and acknowledge the Superintendent as secretary. All items are procedural and administrative in nature.
- Re-adopted regular meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays, except the fourth Tuesday in December, starting at 5:30 p.m. at 512 S.E. Third Street, Ocala.
- Scheduled four special meetings in 2021: July 22 (tentative budget), July 27 (public hearing on tentative budget), September 7 (public hearing on final budget), and November 16 (organizational).
- Elected Nancy Thrower as Chair and Kelly King as Vice-Chair.
- Acknowledged Superintendent as Ex Officio Secretary and Elena Martinez-Lopez as Board Clerk, Nicole Prestipino as Deputy Clerk.
Board of Directors, Leasing Corporation Organizational Meeting
The Marion County School Board Leasing Corporation held its annual organizational meeting, which is required by its Articles of Incorporation. The board confirmed continuation of its procedures, reviewed them with the School Board Attorney, and elected officers for both the board and the corporation. The meeting was procedural, with no fiscal impact or substantive policy decisions.
- Elected Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors per Article VI
- Elected President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer of the Corporation per Article VIII
- Confirmed continuation of procedures set forth in the Articles of Incorporation
- Proof of due notice of the meeting was distributed and made part of the minutes
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve routine items including the consent agenda, prior meeting minutes, and several administrative actions. The most notable item is the renewal of a bid for intercom and fire alarm system installation and repair, valued at approximately $250,000. The board also approved the disposition of tangible property and the monthly financial report for September 2020.
- Renewal of Bid 3731GM for intercom and fire alarm system installation, repair, and parts supply, estimated at $250,000
- Disposition of tangible property valued at $38,249.53, including one stolen asset reported to the Marion County Sheriff's Office
- Approval of the September 2020 monthly financial report showing $77,995,550.64 in revenue and $87,989,743.86 in expenditures
- Approval of minutes from six prior meetings (September 16, 17, 22, October 7, 8, and October 8 work session)
- Public comment period with two speakers: April Rose-McCoy and Melanie Slaughter
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will receive a superintendent's update, review academic data from all schools, and discuss student transition and intervention programs. The board will also consider plans for MCPS online for the second semester. Public comments are limited to three minutes on work session topics.
- Academic School Data Updates presentation with quarterly data for all schools
- Student Transition & Intervention work session topic
- MCPS online: 2nd Semester work session topic
- Superintendent's Administrative Briefing on current events/concerns
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and review several topics, including the draft 2021-2022 meeting calendar, districtwide attendance zones, winter and middle school sports updates, and first amendments to School Resource Officer (SRO) agreements with Marion County, Belleview, and Ocala. These are work session discussions, not final decisions, and public input is limited to agenda items.
- Review of 2021-2022 draft school board meetings, public hearings, and work sessions
- Review of districtwide attendance zones
- Winter sports and middle school sports update
- First Amendment to SRO agreements with Marion County, City of Belleview, and City of Ocala
- Superintendent's briefing includes social studies curriculum maps and SB 7030 implementation
Special School Board Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Marion County School Board. The main item is conducting individual interviews with four applicants, likely for a position, though the agenda does not specify which. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and adjournment.
- Interviews with four applicants: Alexander Athanason, Danialle Riggins, Jeremy Powers, Shanae Pickens
- Call to order and attendance recording
- Inspiration and Pledge of Allegiance
- Board discussion and closing remarks
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on September 16, 2020, primarily to discuss and vote on fall athletics for the 2020-2021 school year. The board unanimously approved a motion to allow student athletes to participate in State Series Competition and Regionals. The meeting also included procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and adjournment.
- Motion to discuss 2020-2021 Fall Athletics carried unanimously
- Motion to allow student athletes to participate in State Series Competition and Regionals carried unanimously
- Request to address the board by Melanie Slaughter (attachment)
- Meeting held at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, Florida
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board approved the final budget for fiscal year 2020-2021, setting a total millage rate of 7.0180, which is 2.97% higher than the rolled-back rate. The board also approved budget amendments for June 2020, which increased General Fund revenues by $2,524,048. Additionally, the board heard a presentation regarding a proposed VyStar Credit Union Learning Lab at Belleview High School.
- Adopted Resolution 20-09 affirming the final FY 2020-21 budget of $651,823,890
- Adopted Resolution 20-08 setting the total millage rate at 7.0180 for FY 2020-21
- Approved June 2020 budget amendments increasing General Fund revenues by $2,524,048
- Received presentation on VyStar Credit Union Learning Lab agreement at Belleview High School
- Approved minutes for June 18, June 23, and July 7, 2020 meetings
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board will hold a work session to review and discuss several topics, including Exceptional Student Education (ESE) policies and procedures, planning updates, a rental facilities agreement, and preparation for the legislative agenda. The meeting is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Review of ESE SP&P (Policies & Procedures)
- Planning updates with construction report
- Rental Facilities Agreement phased rollout plan
- Legislative agenda preparation with FSBA handout
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. The main topic is a review and discussion of the hiring process for the School Board Attorney. The meeting also includes updates from the superintendent and time for board members to share comments and concerns.
- Discussion of the hiring process for the School Board Attorney
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Public input allowed on work session topics
- Board members' comments and concerns
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Board will hold an administrative briefing and work session to review current events provided by the Superintendent. The meeting includes discussions regarding the capital budget, 5-year work plan, and remaining funds.
- Review of Capital Budget, 5-Year Work Plan, and Remaining Funds
- Update on Osceola Middle and North Marion High School cafeterias
- Superintendent's Administrative Briefing
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve routine items including the agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and a consent agenda. Key actions include a resolution allowing employee sick leave and unpaid leave for COVID-19 reasons, and an amendment increasing a contract with Educational Learning Systems, Inc. to $1,125,000. The board also approved disposing of obsolete tangible property valued at $2,524,515.11.
- Approved Resolution No. 20-07 permitting accrued sick leave and uncompensated leave for COVID-19-related reasons
- Approved $1,125,000 amendment to Educational Learning Systems, Inc. goods and services agreement
- Approved disposition of tangible property valued at $2,524,515.11
- Approved consent agenda items C7.1 through C12.3
- Approved minutes from May 2020 meetings
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a presentation and discussion of the General Fund budget, the first of three budget sessions. The board will also hear updates from the superintendent and take public comments on agenda items.
- Review of General Fund budget (1 of 3) with attachments including millage history and fund balance
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Public input allowed on work session topics (3-minute limit)
- Board members' comments and concerns
Special School Board Meeting - Public Hearing Tentative Budget
The Marion County School Board held a public hearing and voted to adopt the tentative millage rate of 7.018 and a tentative budget of $651,786,423 for fiscal year 2020-2021. The board will review the budget in three work sessions in August, with final adoption scheduled for September 8, 2020.
- Adopted tentative millage rate of 7.018 (Resolution 20-04)
- Adopted tentative budget of $651,786,423 (Resolution 20-05)
- Public hearing held for community input on the tentative budget
- Final budget hearing scheduled for September 8, 2020
Special School Board Meeting Agenda, Receive Tentative Budget
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to receive the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. The board voted to approve the budget for advertising purposes only and scheduled a public hearing for July 28, 2020. The final budget will be considered at a special meeting on September 8, 2020.
- Received tentative FY2020-21 budget
- Approved budget for advertising purposes only
- Scheduled public hearing for July 28, 2020 at 5:15 p.m. in the Board Room
- Newspaper notices to run July 27, 2020
- Final budget approval set for September 8, 2020
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will receive updates on the superintendent's briefing, including a reopening task force and COVID-19 guidance, and discuss school start/stop times, cafeteria updates for two schools, and a draft 5-year facilities work plan. Public comments are limited to three minutes on agenda topics.
- Re-Opening Task Force presentation and proposed resolution 20-06
- School start/stop times review
- Osceola Middle and North Marion High cafeteria update
- Five-year district facilities work program (2021-2025) draft
- Public comments from multiple individuals
Special Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on July 7, 2020, to take action on several COVID-19-related items. They approved the Re-Opening Schools Task Force recommendations for the 2020-2021 school year, the Summer School Recovery Program staffing plan, and personnel items for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. They also rescinded Resolution No. 20-02, which had authorized employee sick leave and uncompensated leave for COVID-19-related reasons, and approved special leave for election workers.
- Rescinded Resolution No. 20-02 authorizing employee sick leave and uncompensated leave for COVID-19 reasons
- Approved 2020 Summer School Recovery Program staffing plan, funded by general funds reimbursed by CARES Act
- Approved Re-Opening Schools Task Force Recommendations for 2020-2021 school year
- Approved special leave for election workers (July 29, Aug 18, Nov 3, and one date TBD) per Governor's Executive Order 20-149
- Approved personnel items for 2020-2021 fiscal year
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting with public hearings and approved the 2020-2021 MCPS Mental Health Plan ($1,522,703) and revisions to the Code of Student Conduct. The board also approved a consent agenda covering business partnerships, audits, budget amendments, and a $338,009.13 agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC. The meeting was largely procedural, with no major policy debates.
- Approved 2020-2021 MCPS Mental Health Plan, $1,522,703 from General Fund
- Approved revisions to 2020-2021 Code of Student Conduct
- Approved budget amendments for May 2020, decreasing General Fund balance by $51,404
- Approved $338,009.13 agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC for Truenorthlogic and Performance Matters
- Approved Phoenix Wood Products, LLC as business partner for Fort McCoy School
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board approved the consent agenda, including the contract for incoming Superintendent Diane Gullett with a base salary of $210,000, effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023. The board also approved several purchasing bids and scheduled a public hearing for the Operations Manual Committee. The meeting included routine approvals of minutes and the agenda.
- Approved contract for Superintendent Diane Gullett: $210,000 base salary plus $6,000 car allowance
- Approved Bid 3806MF for Fire & EMT training equipment, estimated $175,000/year
- Approved Bid 3807GM for HVAC equipment and consumables, estimated $90,000/year
- Approved Bid 3812GM for paint and painting supplies, estimated $75,000/year
- Scheduled public hearing for July 28, 2020 on revised Operations Manual Committee procedures
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will receive updates from the superintendent, review the annual equity report, discuss general and health insurance renewals for 2020-2021, and get a construction projects update. Public comments are limited to three minutes on agenda topics.
- Annual Equity Update Report presentation
- 2020-2021 General Insurance Renewal Review
- 2021 Health Insurance Update (self-funding presentation)
- Construction Projects Update
- Superintendent's briefing on summer activities and athletics
Emergency Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board held an emergency administrative briefing and work session on May 12, 2020. The agenda included a superintendent's update and a work-session discussion on modifying board policy regarding sick leave, with attached documents on leave use related to COVID-19. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of modifying Board Policy regarding Sick Leave, with attachments on COVID-19 leave use and Chapter 6.00 Leave of Absence
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events and concerns
- Procedural call to order and adjournment
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a regular meeting with several consent agenda items, including approving settlements for former employees and a lawsuit, adopting an updated emergency management manual, and approving the 2020-2021 budget timeline. The board also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from previous meetings.
- Approved $25,000 settlement with former employee KJM
- Approved $198,620.50 settlement for Case Nos. 2019-CA-2472 and 2019-CA-2480
- Adopted updated District Emergency Management Procedure Manual
- Approved 2020-2021 budget presentation timeline
- Approved lease agreement for warehouse space at $24,570.00
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss several topics, including metal detectors, the final charter renewal contract, the district staffing plan, the comprehensive mental health plan, the code of student conduct, and board membership dues. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and review.
- Review of metal detector presentation
- Review of final charter renewal contract
- District staffing plan discussion
- Comprehensive mental health plan with 2020-2021 budget
- Code of student conduct with alcohol/drug chart and code charts
Special Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special emergency meeting on May 5, 2020, primarily to discuss a Covid-19 update. The board voted unanimously to discuss the update, and the meeting also included public comment and board member reports. The agenda was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive actions taken.
- Covid-19 Update discussion (motion carried unanimously)
- Public opportunity to address the board (5-minute limit)
- Board and Superintendent comments
- Meeting held at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, FL
Special Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a special emergency meeting to discuss COVID-19-related updates, including employee leave procedures and hybrid work models. The agenda includes procedural items like call to order, pledge, public comments, and adjournment, with the main discussion focused on the COVID-19 update.
- COVID-19 update with attachments on FFCRA employee request flowchart, required poster, and hybrid work model
- Public comment opportunity (5-minute limit per speaker)
- Board and superintendent comments and reports
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a work session to discuss and review several topics, including a district staffing plan update, an annual review of health insurance, long-range planning, a comprehensive mental health plan, an update on the Evergreen/College Park rezoning, and a Value Adjustment Board appointment. The meeting also includes a superintendent's briefing on budget challenges. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and review.
- District Staffing Plan Update
- Annual Review of Health Insurance
- Long Range Planning
- Comprehensive Mental Health Plan for 2020-2021
- Evergreen/College Park Rezoning Update
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board met on April 14, 2020, and approved a consent agenda that included routine items such as minutes, internal audits, and the monthly financial report. The most significant actions were approving a $750,000 bid for audio/video supplies and a $35,815.50 agreement for school bus GPS software licensing and maintenance. The meeting also included public comment opportunities and procedural items.
- Approved Bid 3799GM for Audio/Video Supplies, estimated $750,000/year, term April 15, 2020 to April 11, 2021
- Approved agreement with Synovia Solutions for school bus GPS licensing and maintenance, $35,815.50, through December 31, 2020
- Approved monthly financial report for February 2020: revenue $340,252,267.92, expenditures $291,519,969.55
- Approved internal audits for Dunnellon High School, Extended Day Program, Hammett Bowen Jr Elementary, and Saddlewood Elementary
- Approved minutes from February 25 and March 5, 2020 meetings
Appointed Superintendent Applicant Interviews Meeting
The Marion County School Board met on April 8, 2020, to interview applicants for the appointed superintendent position. The agenda includes procedural items, individual interviews, and board discussion on next steps, such as recommending a hire, further discussion, or continuing advertising. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Interviews of superintendent applicants
- Board discussion on hiring direction
- Review of meeting format and interview process
Emergency Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held an emergency meeting on April 2, 2020, primarily to discuss the impact of the Governor's stay-at-home order and the district's next steps regarding the pandemic. The agenda consisted largely of procedural items, including a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and public comment, with no specific fiscal actions or contract approvals listed. The board also reviewed a candidate impression form and adjourned the meeting.
- Discussion of the Governor's stay-at-home order and district response
- Public comment period for residents to address the board
- Review of a Candidate Impression Form
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board held a special work session to review 12 superintendent applications and voted to advance three candidates to interviews. The board approved Heath Morrison, Dr. Diane Gullett, and Brennan Asplen as the top three finalists, with one member voting against. The rest of the agenda was procedural, including attendance and adjournment.
- Board approved top three superintendent candidates: Heath Morrison, Dr. Diane Gullett, Brennan Asplen
- Motion carried 4-1, with Nancy Thrower dissenting
- Reviewed 12 applications, including redacted resumes and application files
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes on work session topics
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on March 24, 2020, approving the agenda, minutes, and several action items. Key decisions included a public hearing to rezone Evergreen Elementary School, naming two athletic facilities, and adopting procedures for the Operations Manual Committee. The meeting also included presentations on school data and public comments.
- Approved rezoning Evergreen Elementary, moving ~160 students west of I-75 to College Park Elementary, effective July 2020 ($98,000)
- Named Dunnellon High School softball stadium 'Fagan Field' ($1,200)
- Named West Port High School football stadium 'Ken Vianello Stadium' ($1,500)
- Held public hearing to adopt Operations Manual Committee members and procedures
- Approved minutes from Feb 11 and Feb 20, 2020 meetings
Emergency Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held an emergency meeting to discuss the Covid-19 pandemic and how the district will move forward. The board voted to recess for a conference call with Commissioner Corcoran and later adjourned. The agenda also included routine procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and public comments.
- Discussion of Covid-19 and next steps for the school district
- Motion to recess for conference call with Commissioner Corcoran (carried unanimously)
- Public comment opportunity limited to 5 minutes per speaker
- Meeting held at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, Florida
Emergency Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held an emergency meeting to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic and how to move forward. The board reviewed a draft pandemic action plan and heard from the superintendent, then voted to proceed with the discussion. The meeting also included public comments and standard procedural items.
- COVID-19 update and discussion of pandemic action plan
- Public comments from Melissa Merriweather and Scot Quintel
- Motion to discuss COVID-19 carried unanimously
- Meeting held at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, Florida
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding allowing the County to use North Marion High School, Dunnellon High School, and Marion Technical Institute as disaster services sites. The board also approved a business partnership for Saddlewood Elementary School and internal audits for two other schools. All consent agenda items were approved except one item that was moved to discussion.
- Approved MOU for Marion County Sheriff's Office to use North Marion High School, Dunnellon High School, and Marion Technical Institute as disaster sites
- Approved business partnership between Edward Jones Financial Advisor Colin A. Barrett and Saddlewood Elementary School
- Approved internal audit for Belleview Middle School 2018-2019
- Approved internal audit for Dr. N.H. Jones Elementary School 2018-2019
School Board Meeting
This is a regular Marion County School Board meeting with mostly procedural and consent items. The board approved the meeting agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and a consent agenda that includes school audits, a cafeteria products contract, and scheduling a public hearing. The meeting also includes recognitions for student achievements and a proclamation for Fine Arts in Our Schools Month.
- Approved Bid 3789MF for school cafeteria products, $500,000 term contract
- Scheduled public hearing for March 24, 2020 on Operations Manual Committee
- Recognized Sunshine State Scholar winners Andy Shar (Vanguard HS) and Picabo Lesh (Forest HS)
- Approved internal audits for Shady Hill and Stanton-Weirsdale Elementary Schools
- Proclaimed March 2020 as Fine Arts in Our Schools Month
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on February 11, 2020, approving the agenda, minutes from prior sessions, and a consent agenda that included financial reports and purchasing items. The board also recognized schools for achievements and heard public comments. The meeting was largely procedural, with no major policy changes or public hearings.
- Approved monthly financial reports for November and December 2019, showing revenues of $156,031,700.28 and $216,748,890.94, and expenditures of $168,308,113.27 and $215,178,052.98 respectively
- Approved $70,000 expenditure increase for HVAC contract at West Port High School
- Approved renewal of Bid #3582GM for portable classroom relocation services at $50,000
- Recognized schools for perfect audits and Florida Healthy School District Silver award
- Approved minutes from January 9 and January 14, 2020 meetings
Special School Board Meeting - Out of Field
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to approve a list of out-of-field teachers in ESOL and other subject areas as of February 3, 2020. This approval is required by Florida law for the district to receive FTE funding for students taught by these teachers. The board voted unanimously to approve the list and then adjourned.
- Approved out-of-field teachers in ESOL and other subjects as of February 3, 2020
- Approval enables FTE funding for affected students
- Teachers signed documents to complete certification courses
- Motion carried with votes from Kelly King, Nancy Thrower, Eric Cummings
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board held an administrative briefing and work session to discuss internal updates rather than vote on public policy. Key discussions included the fiscal year 2019-2020 budget status as of December 31, 2019, and the review of charter school renewal applications. The session also covered the 2020-2021 staffing plan and hiring timeline. No formal votes or public decisions were recorded in the agenda text.
- Review of Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Budget Update of December 31, 2019
- Review of Charter School Renewal Application and McIntosh Update
- Discussion of 2019-2020 Summer School Staffing Plan
- Discussion of 2020-2021 Tentative Hiring Timeline
- Discussion of School Level Staffing Plan 2020-2021
School Board Meeting
This is a routine meeting where the board approved the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and two proclamations. No major policy changes or financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Approved minutes from Nov 12, Nov 19, Dec 3, Dec 10, and Dec 23, 2019 meetings
- Adopted proclamation for Black History Month (February)
- Adopted proclamation for Career and Technical Education Month (February)
- Recognized Wesley Hyde as FHSAA Class 4A swimming state champion
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a presentation and discussion of survey results from Ray & Associates, related to the superintendent search. The meeting also includes a superintendent's briefing and board member comments.
- Presentation and discussion of Ray & Associates survey results
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Public input allowed on work session topics, limited to 3 minutes per speaker
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County Public Schools Board held a special administrative briefing and work session on January 14, 2020. The primary agenda item was a presentation and discussion regarding options for Evergreen Elementary School. No votes or final decisions were recorded in the agenda text.
- Presentation of 'Evergreen Elementary School Options' including charter school alternatives
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board met on January 14, 2020, and approved routine items including the agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and a consent agenda. The board also held a public hearing to adopt an amended Purchasing and Bidding Policy 7.70 and approved an outside counsel agreement with a law firm. Recognitions were given to student teams and schools for academic and drug-awareness achievements.
- Approved amended Purchasing and Bidding Policy 7.70 after public hearing
- Approved outside counsel agreement with Blanchard, Merriam, Adel & Kirkland, P.A. (attorney rate $175/hr, associate $125/hr, paralegal $65/hr)
- Approved consent agenda items C9.1–C22.1, including business partnership with Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club for Reddick-Collier Elementary School
- Recognized Vanguard High School teams as FHSAA Fall Academic Team Champions (Boys Golf, Girls Golf, Girls Bowling)
- Presented Red Ribbon School Spirit Award trophies and $500 each to Fessenden Elementary, Dunnellon Middle, and Meadowbrook Academy
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will review annual reports from charter schools, discuss attendance boundaries, the 2020-2021 instructional calendar, district facilities options, and a sanitary sewer tie-in. The board will also hear a presentation on LoansAtWork, a program related to payday loans.
- Annual reports from Marion Charter School, McIntosh Area School, and Ocali Charter Middle School, including financial statements and auditor's reports
- Presentation on LoansAtWork, including costs of Florida payday loans and employer client list
- Discussion of attendance boundaries for CPE and EGE schools
- Review of the 2020-2021 180-day instructional calendar draft
- Discussion of district facilities options, including new district offices and MTI