St. Mary's County Public Schools public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Wed Dec 18, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board considers five-year renewal of Chesapeake Public Charter School agreement
The Board of Education will vote on a five-year charter renewal for Chesapeake Public Charter School, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $376,161 annual contract for refuse and recycling services with WB Waste Solutions, LLC. Information items include the Maryland Report Card data for SY2024, the FY2025 November financial report, and a preview of the FY2026 budget.
- Five-year renewal of Chesapeake Public Charter School (Chesapeake Charter School Alliance)
- Award of contract ITB #SMCPS-2025-O-RRRS to WB Waste Solutions, LLC for refuse removal and recycling at $376,161/year
- Approval of personnel changes including teacher and administrative departures and hires
- Executive session to discuss personnel and administrative function items
- Maryland Report Card SY2024 overview presented as information
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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of December 4, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
9.04 Department of Operations - Refuse Removal and Recycling Services
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
10.01 Chesapeake Public Charter School Renewal - Dr. Kelly Hall (45’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
Wed Dec 4, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board approves six-year capital plan and new administrator contract
The board elected a new chairman and vice chairman, approved a consent agenda including a boundary change for Pax River Village, and voted to approve the FY2026-2031 Local Capital Improvements Program and a new negotiated agreement with the St. Mary's Association of Supervisors and Administrators.
- Election of Karin Bailey as chairman and Cathy Allen as vice chairman
- Boundary change for Pax River Village (91 townhomes) to Spring Ridge Middle School
- Approval of FY2026-2029 negotiated agreement with St. Mary's Association of Supervisors and Administrators (SMASA)
- Approval of FY2026-2031 Local Capital Improvements Program, including a $709,158 budget amendment for GMHS Chiller Replacement and $316,503 added to CHS Multi-Systemic Renovation
- Recognition of Leonardtown High School for Bronze Status on AP School Honor Roll
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🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
4.01 Election of Officers
16 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Josh Guy yea · Mary M Washington yea · Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Josh Guy yea · Mary M Washington yea · Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea · Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
5.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
10.01 Approval of Minutes of November 20, 2024
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
10.02 Personnel - Teachers
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
10.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
10.04 Boundary Change Pax River Village
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
11.01 Contract Approval - Negotiated Agreement between the St. Mary's Association of Supervisors and Administrators (SMASA) Agreement and the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - Dr. Dale…
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
11.02 FY 2026 – FY 2031 Local Capital Improvements Program – Mrs. Kimberly Howe (15’)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Mary M Washington yea · Josh R Guy yea
Wed Nov 20, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
St. Mary's County Board of Education meeting on November 20, 2024
The Board of Education will conduct an open meeting and an executive session regarding personnel and collective bargaining. The agenda includes recognitions for student artwork, American Education Week, and the Teacher Academy of Maryland.
- Executive session to discuss Personnel and Collective Bargaining
- Recognition of Superintendent's Art Gallery artists
- Proclamation of American Education Week and Educational Support Professionals Day
- Recognition of the Teacher Academy of Maryland program expansion
- Reappointment of St. Mary's County Public Schools Ethics Panel members
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel and Collective Bargaining (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1),(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of November 6, 2024
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Reappointment of St. Mary's County Public Schools Ethics Panel Members
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Nov 6, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board to vote on $1.5M chiller replacement at Great Mills High School
The Board of Education will consider awarding a $1,533,558 construction contract plus a $183,350 contingency to Gaghan Mechanical, Inc. for chiller and cooling tower replacement at Great Mills High School. The meeting also includes an executive session on personnel and collective bargaining, approval of a consent agenda with teacher and administrative personnel changes, and a presentation on the BECA Common Scholarship Program.
- Contract award to Gaghan Mechanical, Inc. for $1,533,558 with $183,350 contingency for chiller and cooling tower replacement at Great Mills High School
- Executive session to discuss personnel and collective bargaining under Maryland state code
- Recognition of School Psychology Awareness Week (November 11-15, 2024)
- Approval of consent agenda including licensed certificated departures and new hires, and administrative departures
- FY 2025 October financial report presented for information
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🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea · 1 nay
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea · Dorothy M Andrews nay
9.01 Approval of Minutes of October 23, 2024
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 not_present
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Dorothy M Andrews nay · Mary M Washington not_present
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 not_present
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Dorothy M Andrews nay · Mary M Washington not_present
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
3 yea · 1 nay · 1 not_present
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Dorothy M Andrews nay · Mary M Washington not_present
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Oct 23, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board approves special education staffing plan
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County approved the Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) Staffing Plan for special education for the 2024-2025 school year. They also approved a consent agenda including personnel changes (teachers and administrative/supervisory staff) and the 2025-2026 meeting schedule. The board entered executive session to discuss personnel and collective bargaining, and heard public comments from three speakers.
- Approved Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) Staffing Plan SY 2024-2025 for special education
- Approved consent agenda including new teacher hires and administrative/supervisory personnel
- Approved the 2025-2026 Board of Education Meeting Schedule
- Entered executive session for personnel and collective bargaining discussion
- Public comments from Brandie Edelen, Kelly Keck, and Christina Stone
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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel and Collective Bargaining (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of October 9, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 2025-2026 Board of Education Meeting Schedule
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) Staffing Plan 2024-2025 - Audrey Ellis (15')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Oct 9, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board approves NYC field trips and school boundary change for Lockes Hill Road
The St. Mary's County Board of Education met to approve personnel appointments and a consent agenda. The board decided on a school district boundary change and authorized educational travel for two high schools.
- Approval of NYC field trips for Leonardtown and Chopticon High Schools at an estimated combined cost of $87,680
- Boundary change moving Lockes Forest Road and Critter Run Lane to the Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School district
- Resolution recognizing National School Bus Safety Week (October 21-25, 2024)
- Approval of new teacher hires
- Presentation of FY2024 Audited Financial Statements by SB & Company, LLC
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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of September 25, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Boundary Change Lockes Hill Road
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.05 Leonardtown High School and Chopticon High School Educational Field Trips to New York City
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
11.01 FY2025 Budget Amendment - Ms. Tammy McCourt (10')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Sep 25, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board approves $9.17M for Green Holly Elementary roof and HVAC renovation
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County voted to approve a $9,170,469 budget authority from State Healthy School Facilities Fund for the Green Holly Elementary School Roof and HVAC Systemic Renovation project. They also approved transferring $709,158.37 from existing capital projects to replace the chiller at Great Mills High School. The consent agenda, including personnel actions and meeting minutes, was passed unanimously.
- Approved $9,170,469 state-funded budget for Green Holly Elementary School Roof (Building A) and HVAC (Building B) renovation
- Approved $709,158.37 transfer for Great Mills High School chiller replacement
- Approved consent agenda including new teacher hires and administrative personnel changes
- Recognized student artwork for Superintendent's Art Gallery 4th Marking Period
- Scheduled next regular board meeting for October 9, 2024
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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of September 11, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Confidential Employees
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 Green Holly Elementary School Roof & HVAC Systemic Renovation Project Budget Authority – Mrs. Kimberly Howe (5’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.02 Budget Amendment Great Mills High School Chiller Replacement – Mrs. Kimberly Howe (10’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Sep 11, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board approves $90,950 Edgenuity online curriculum
The Board of Education met and entered executive session to discuss personnel and student issues, then reconvened. They approved the consent agenda, which included the purchase of Edgenuity online curriculum licenses for $90,950, a piggyback contract for Lakeshore Learning Materials with potential annual purchases over $262,000, a new visitor policy, and authorization to pursue insulin pricing litigation. Public hearing and comment were also held.
- Approved $90,950 purchase of Edgenuity online curriculum licenses from Imagine Learning for FY25
- Authorized piggyback on Anne Arundel County contract for Lakeshore Learning Materials instructional supplies (annual purchases up to $262,636)
- Approved Policy KI- Visitors to Schools
- Authorized retaining Frantz Law Group for insulin pricing multi-district litigation
- Approved consent agenda including personnel actions and meeting minutes
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel, and Student Issues (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)1,10), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of August 28, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Edgenuity Online Curriculum - Imagine Learning
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.05 Policy KI- Visitors to Schools
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.06 Purchase of Instructional Materials - Lakeshore Learning Materials
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.07 Insulin Litigation
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 FY 2026 – FY 2031 State Capital Improvements Program – Mrs. Kimberly Howe (30’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.02 FY25 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan for Educational Facilities - Dr. JR Beavers (30’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.03 Possession Or Use Of Portable Electronic and Wireless Communication Devices Policy JFDF-2nd Reading-Dr. Dale Farrell (15')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Aug 28, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board to consider mold remediation contract for Esperanza Middle School over $200,000
The board will hold a public hearing on policy JFDF regarding portable electronic devices, then consider a consent agenda including approval of a $114,240 contract for occupational therapist services and a $200,000+ contract for mold remediation at Esperanza Middle School. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel matters.
- Public hearing on policy JFDF (possession of portable electronic devices)
- Approval of consent agenda including occupational therapist contract ($114,240) with CompHealth
- Approval of remediation contract with Servpro of St. Mary's ($200,000+) for mold at Esperanza Middle School
- Personnel actions for teachers (new hires and departures)
- Public comment speakers listed (8 individuals)
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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)) and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of August 14, 2024
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Professional Services Contract for Occupational Therapist - Department of Special Education
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.05 Remediation at Esperanza Middle School - Servpro of St. Mary's County
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 Piney Point E.S. HVAC Systemic Built To Learn Act Funding – Mrs. Kimberly Howe (15’)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Aug 14, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board approves $1.9M ELA text renewal, $100K+ Conscious Discipline buy
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County convened on August 14, 2024, and approved a consent agenda that included multiple financial and personnel actions. Key decisions include the purchase of English/Language Arts curriculum materials for $1,917,982.50 and instructional materials from Conscious Discipline Holdings expected to exceed $100,000. The board also authorized an $8,785 increase for HVAC commissioning at Piney Point Elementary School and approved personnel changes for teachers and administrative staff.
- Approved $1,917,982.50 for myPerspectives ELA curriculum renewal for grades 6-12 from Savvas Learning Company.
- Approved purchase of instructional materials and PD from Conscious Discipline Holdings for over $100,000 using grant funds.
- Approved $8,785 increase for commissioning services on the Systemic HVAC Renovation at Piney Point Elementary School.
- Approved personnel changes including new hires and departures for teachers and administrative staff.
- Entered executive session to discuss personnel and litigation issues.
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🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel and Litigation Issues (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of July 17, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Purchase of Instructional Materials and Professional Development from Conscious Discipline Holdings, LLC.
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.05 Textbook and Instructional Materials for English/Language Arts
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.06 Request for Commissioning Increase for the Systemic HVAC Renovation at Piney Point Elementary School
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.07 Great Mills High School Temporary Chiller
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.08 St. Mary’s County School Bus Contractors Health and Welfare Trust 2024-2025
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.09 Purchase of Cafeteria Tables from School Specialty, LLC
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 School Bus Contracts for the 2024-2025 School Year - Mr. Jeffrey Thompson (10’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.02 Stadium Lights Replacement/Upgrade at Great Mills and Chopticon high schools – Dr. J.R. Beavers and Mr. Michael Watson (10’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Jul 17, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board to discuss cell phone policy for 2024-25 school year
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County will meet to discuss a presentation on cell phone use in schools, including findings from a workgroup and plans for the upcoming school year. The board will also approve personnel actions, including new hires and departures of teachers and administrative staff, and handle routine consent agenda items.
- Presentation on cell phone policy and impact on students and staff during instructional day
- Approval of personnel actions: teacher and administrative new hires and departures
- Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024
- Executive session to discuss personnel and administrative function items
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of June 26, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Jun 26, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board approves $954K building automation system upgrade contract
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County approved a contract award to CustomTech, LLC for a systemwide Building Automation System (BAS) controls upgrade totaling $954,000 with a $46,000 contingency. The board also entered an executive session to discuss personnel and administrative matters, and approved a consent agenda including personnel appointments for administrative, supervisory, and teaching positions.
- Approved contract RFP #SMCPS-2025-M-BAS to CustomTech, LLC for building automation system upgrade, $954,000 base bid plus $46,000 contingency, valid through June 30, 2029
- Executive session to discuss personnel (Maryland Local Government Code §9-512(a)(1)) and administrative functions (Maryland General Provisions §3-104)
- Consent agenda included approval of minutes from June 12, 2024
- Consent agenda included personnel actions for administrative and supervisory staff
- Consent agenda included personnel actions for teachers (certificated departures)
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of June 12, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 Systemwide Building Automation System Controls Upgrade - Dr. J.R. Beavers (10')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Jun 12, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board approves $876,648 contract for special education classroom programs
The Board of Education approved a consent agenda that includes a $876,647.88 contract with Specialized Education of Maryland for three in-district special education programs, a charter school renewal request, expansion of superintendent authority for utility easements, and a $81,585 purchase of Wilson Language Training materials. The meeting also featured recognition of spring sports state champions and public comment.
- Approved $876,647.88 contract with Specialized Education of Maryland for in-district special education programs at Park Hall Elementary, Margaret Brent Middle, and Chopticon High schools.
- Approved Chesapeake Public Charter School Alliance request for renewal with extension.
- Expanded superintendent authority to approve easements and agreements for any utility service to school facilities.
- Approved $81,585 purchase of Wilson Language Training Fundations Level 1 readers.
- Recognized 2024 MPSSAA spring sports state champions: Great Mills outdoor track (individual), Leonardtown baseball, and Leonardtown softball.
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🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel and Litigation (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of May 22, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Chesapeake Public Charter School Alliance Request for Renewal with Extension Renewal
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.05 Utility Easement/Agreements Authorization
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.06 Specialized Education of MD, Inc. - In-District Services
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.07 Wilson Language Training
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 2024 Educational Facilities Master Plan – Mrs. Kimberly Howe (15’)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.02 Chopticon High School Hot Water Boiler Replacement - Dr. J.R. Beavers (10')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.03 Hollywood Elementary School Emergency Generator Replacement - Dr. J.R. Beavers (10')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.04 Esperanza Middle School Emergency Generator Replacement - Dr. J.R. Beavers (10')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.05 Ridge Elementary School Chiller and Three (3) Rooftop Unit Replacements - Dr. J.R. Beavers (10')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.06 Nonresident Student Tuition- Ms. Cheryl Long (10')
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed May 22, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board approves FY 2025 budget, sends to county commissioners
The Board of Education approved the FY 2025 Operating and Capital Budget, which will be forwarded to the St. Mary's County Commissioners for review and approval. The board also entered executive session to discuss personnel and administrative items, approved a consent agenda including personnel changes, and recognized outgoing student board member Lillian Kibler and artists for the Superintendent's Art Gallery.
- Approval of FY 2025 Operating and Capital Budget (amount not specified) and forwarded to county commissioners
- Executive session for personnel and administrative functions
- Consent agenda approval including certificated personnel departures
- Recognition of student board member Lillian Kibler (Leonardtown High School) for 2023-2024 service
- Superintendent's Art Gallery recognition for five student artists from various elementary and high schools
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of May 8, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 Approval of the FY 2025 Board of Education Recommended Operating and Capital Budget - Dr. J. Scott Smith/Ms. Tammy McCourt ('15)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed May 8, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board approves $921,750 concession stand at Leonardtown High School
The Board of Education approved a $921,750 contract to replace the stadium concession stand at Leonardtown High School, and authorized a $1.87 million secondary math curriculum adoption. The board also recognized School Nurse Day and Pupil Personnel Worker Month, and approved consent agenda items including personnel changes and meeting minutes.
- Awarded $921,750 contract to Dennis Anderson Construction for a new concession outbuilding at Leonardtown High School (approved 4-1)
- Approved $1,738,340 for Amplify Desmos Math curriculum for grades 6 through Algebra 2, plus additional math materials
- Recognized May 8 as School Nurse Day and proclaimed Pupil Personnel Worker Month
- Approved consent agenda including administrative and teacher personnel changes
- Held executive session for personnel and litigation discussions
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
10.01 Stadium Concession Stand Replacement at Leonardtown High School – Ms. Paola M. Laino (10’)
4 yea · 1 nay
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · James J Davis nay
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Apr 24, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board to vote on athletic trainer contract increase to $254,254
The Board of Education will vote on modifying the contract for certified athletic trainers with ProFlex Therapy, increasing annual hours to 5,720 and the hourly rate from $39 to $44.45, raising the FY25 cost to $254,254. The board will also recognize School Library Month and the Month of the Military Child, including a Purple Star School designation for Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, litigation, and administrative matters. Public comment is set with six speakers.
- Contract modification for certified athletic trainers: increase to 5,720 hours and $44.45/hour, total $254,254
- Recognition of Month of the Military Child and Maryland Purple Star School for Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary
- School Library Month proclamation for April 2024
- Public comment period with six registered speakers
- Information items: Maryland Blueprint implementation update and FY25 budget update
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)), and Litigation Issues (Maryland Local Government Article, Section 9-512(a)(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland…
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
3.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of April 10, 2024
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 Contract Modification - ITB #SMCPS-2022-ATH-CAT - Certified Athletic Trainers
4 yea
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Apr 10, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board approves four-year contracts for teachers and support staff
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County is voting to approve a four-year negotiated agreement with the Education Association for certificated professionals and education support professionals. Other action items include a 2023–2024 school calendar revision using a one-day waiver from MSDE, approval of a 2024–2025 High School Program of Studies revision reinstating dual enrollment courses, and a purchase of Avigilon CCTV upgrade and camera replacement from Ark Systems, Inc. The meeting also includes a recognition of athletic trainers from ProFlex Physical Therapy and public comment.
- Approval of FY2025–FY2028 negotiated agreements with EASMC for certificated and support professionals
- Revision of 2023–2024 school calendar after MSDE waiver of 180-day instructional requirement
- Approval of 2024–2025 High School Program of Studies revision reinstating dual enrollment courses with CSM
- Purchase of Avigilon CCTV upgrade and camera replacement from Ark Systems, Inc. for Safety and Security
- Recognition of athletic trainers from ProFlex Physical Therapy for National Athletic Training Month
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
10.04 Avigilon CCTV Upgrade and Camera Replacement - Department of Safety and Security - Charles Eible (20')
4 yea · 1 nay
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea · Dorothy M Andrews nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Mar 6, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board to enter executive session on personnel and collective bargaining
The Board of Education will hold an executive session to discuss personnel and collective bargaining matters, then reconvene for a regular meeting. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, personnel changes for teachers, and an update to Policy BCA (Ethics Policy). An informational report on FY 2024 February finances will also be presented.
- Executive session on personnel and collective bargaining (Maryland code §9-512(a)(1)(2))
- Consent agenda: approval of minutes from February 21, 2024
- Consent agenda: personnel actions for teachers (certificated departures)
- Consent agenda: Policy BCA – Ethics Policy update
- FY 2024 February financial report presented for information
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel and Collective Bargaining (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of February 21, 2024
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Policy BCA - Ethics Policy
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Feb 21, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board approves HVAC maintenance contract, recognizes teachers
The Board of Education met and voted to enter executive session for personnel and collective bargaining, then reconvened to approve the consent agenda. The consent agenda included a multi-year contract for chiller and rooftop AC unit maintenance with E.J. Herring & Son, Servicon Facilities, and W.L. Gary Company, with expenditures potentially exceeding $100,000 per vendor per year. The board also approved the 2024-2025 meeting schedule, personnel changes for teachers and administrative staff, and recognized ten teachers for achieving National Board Certification and six for maintaining it, as well as student artists for the Superintendent's Art Gallery.
- Approval of contract for chiller and rooftop AC unit preventative maintenance and repairs with three vendors, with potential annual expenditure over $100,000 each
- Recognition of ten teachers for achieving National Board Certification and six for maintaining certification
- Approval of the 2024-2025 Board of Education meeting schedule
- Approval of personnel new hires and departures for teachers and administrative/supervisory staff
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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel and Collective Bargaining (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
3 yea · 1 not_present
Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea · Karin M Bailey not_present
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of February 7, 2024
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 2024-2025 Board of Education Meeting Schedule
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Teachers
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.04 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.05 Department of Maintenance - Chiller and Rooftop (A/C) Units Preventative Maintenance and Repairs
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Feb 7, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board to vote on $683K chiller replacement at three elementary schools
The Board of Education will vote on awarding a $683,000 construction contract to W.L. Gary Company, Inc. for chiller replacements at Benjamin Banneker, Lexington Park, and White Marsh Elementary Schools, plus a $150,000 contingency. The board will also consider approving multiple indefinite quantity job order contracts for general construction services and approve revisions to the 2024-2025 High School Program of Studies. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes and personnel changes.
- Contract award to W.L. Gary Company, Inc. for chiller replacements: Benjamin Banneker ($256,000), Lexington Park ($229,000), White Marsh ($198,000); total $683,000 plus $150,000 contingency.
- Multiple contract awards under SMCPS-2024-05-DSS-DC to Scheibel Construction, Dennis Anderson Construction Corporation, and Cole Roofing Company for indefinite quantity job order contracts with no purchase order over $200,000 without further board approval.
- Second reading and approval of High School Program of Studies revisions for 2024-2025.
- Proclamation recognizing School Counseling Week (February 5-9, 2024).
- Approval of minutes from January 31, 2024 meeting and teacher personnel appointments.
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🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel, Collective Bargaining and Litigation (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)(2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section…
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of January 31, 2024
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.01 Program of Studies - Proposed Revisions 2024-2025 - Ms. Lisa Bachner (15')
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.02 Multiple Contract Awards for Indefinite Quantity Job Order Contract for General Construction – Ms. Paola M. Laino (10’)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.03 Contract Award for the General Contractor for the Chiller Replacement at Three (3) Elementary Schools – Ms. Paola Laino (10’)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.04 Classroom and Office Furnishings Award at Town Creek Elementary School and White Marsh Elementary School – Ms. Paola M. Laino (10’)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.05 Contract Award for the General Contractor for the Partial Roof Replacement Phase II at Great Mills High School – Ms. Paola Laino (10’)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
10.06 2024-2025 & 2025-2026 School Year Calendar Recommendations - Second Reading - Dr. Jeffrey Maher (15')
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Jan 31, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 4:00 p.m.
Board approves FY2025 budget, forwards to county commissioners
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County voted 4-1 to approve the FY 2025 Budget and forward it to the Commissioners of St. Mary's County for review and approval. The board also held a public hearing on proposed school operating calendars for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. An executive session was held to discuss collective bargaining and administrative function items.
- Approval of FY 2025 Budget (4-1 vote, forwarded to county commissioners)
- Public hearing on 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school year calendars
- Executive session for collective bargaining and administrative function items
- Consent agenda approved including minutes from Jan 11, Jan 17, and Jan 24 meetings
- Public comment by Sarah Penrod regarding EASMC Budget/BOCC
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
10.01 Approval of the FY 2025 Board of Education Budget Work - Dr. J. Scott Smith /Ms. Tammy McCourt ('15)
4 yea · 1 nay
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea · Dorothy M Andrews nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jan 24, 2024
Special Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 9:00 a.m.
Board to hold FY2025 budget work session
This is a special meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County. The sole substantive item is a work session to discuss the FY2025 budget. Other items are procedural: call to order, roll call, announcement of the next regular meeting, and adjournment.
- FY2025 Budget Work Session
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Wed Jan 17, 2024
Special Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
Board holds public hearings on FY2025 budget and high school program of studies
The Board of Education held public hearings to gather input on the proposed FY2025 budget and the 2024-2025 High School Program of Studies. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, and administrative functions.
- Public hearing for the 2024-2025 High School Program of Studies
- Public hearing for the proposed FY2025 Budget
- Executive session regarding Personnel and Collective Bargaining and Administrative Function Items
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel and Collective Bargaining (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1,2)), and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Thu Jan 11, 2024
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
Board of Education reviews school calendars and high school program revisions
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County is conducting first readings of the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school year calendars and proposed revisions to the High School Program of Studies. The body also reviewed the December 2023 financial report and Maryland Report Card data.
- First reading of 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school year calendars
- First reading of proposed revisions to the 2024-2025 High School Program of Studies
- Approval of teacher personnel new hires and departures
- Review of FY 2024 December General Fund financial results
- FY 2025 Budget Work Session
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Personnel (Maryland Local Government Code Article, Section 9-512(a)(1)) and Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article, Section 3-104).
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
4.01 Motion to approve the agenda
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.01 Approval of Minutes of December 13, 2023 and January 3, 2024
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.02 Personnel - Teachers
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
9.03 Personnel - Administrative and Supervisory (NONE)
5 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · James J Davis yea · Mary M Washington yea
Wed Jan 3, 2024
Special Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
School board discusses proposed FY2025 budget in work session
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County held a special meeting that began with an executive session under Maryland law, then moved into a work session on the proposed FY2025 budget presented by staff. No votes were taken on the budget; it was an information item. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2024.
- Board voted unanimously to enter executive session for administrative function items
- Proposed FY2025 Superintendent's Recommended Budget presented as information item
- Next regular board meeting set for January 11, 2024 at 8:00 AM executive session, 9:00 AM open meeting
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2.01 Administrative Function Items (Maryland General Provisions Article Section 3-104)
4 yea
Karin M Bailey yea · Cathy Allen yea · Dorothy M Andrews yea · Mary M Washington yea