Richmond City Public Schools public meetings in 2023

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

This meeting is primarily procedural: the committee will take roll call and then convene a closed session under Virginia law to discuss student disciplinary or scholastic record matters. No public votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Roll call to establish quorum
• Motion to enter closed session under §2.2-3711(A)(2) for student disciplinary/scholastic record discussions

The committee reviewed three student disciplinary cases. They upheld one expulsion, granted one appeal to modify an expulsion to time served, and upheld a recommendation to readmit a student.

• Case #1: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (Unanimous)
• Case #2: Granted appeal of expulsion and modified recommendation to time served (2-1)
• Case #3: Upheld recommendation to readmit the student (Unanimous)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

This meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee includes roll call, approval of prior meeting minutes, and a closed session to discuss student disciplinary or scholastic records as allowed by Virginia law. No public action items or votes on specific policies are listed.

• Approve minutes of November 2, 2023 meeting
• Convene closed session per Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(2) for student disciplinary/scholastic record matters

The committee reviewed six student disciplinary cases, upholding three administrative recommendations and granting three appeals to modify expulsion penalties. The board also approved the minutes from the November 2, 2023 meeting.

• Approved November 2, 2023 meeting minutes (2-1)
• Case #1: Upheld recommendation of alternative placement (Unanimous)
• Case #2: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (Unanimous)
• Case #3: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to long-term suspension through first semester with alternative school reassignment (2-1)
• Case #4: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and return to comprehensive school (2-1)
• Case #5: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to long-term suspension through end of 2023-2024 school year (2-1)
• Case #6: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (2-1)

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond School Board will discuss priorities for the FY24-25 budget, receive updates on academics and school construction projects, and consider several action items including a preschool bell schedule change and a Head Start grant application. The board also has first-read items on the Arthur Ashe agreement and modifications to board compensation.

• Discuss FY24-25 budget priorities
• Receive for first read Arthur Ashe agreement
• Receive for action bell schedule change for preschools
• Receive for action Head Start grant application
• Receive for first read contracts over $100k (CEV Multimedia)

The Board approved extending the 200-day pilot program for the 2024-25 school year and authorized seeking additional participating schools. Members also voted to increase compensation for the next school board and approved a contract for CTE instructional materials. Other actions included approving a preschool bell schedule change and a Head Start grant application.

• Extended 200-day pilot program for 2024-25 school year (6-3)
• Authorized Superintendent to seek additional schools for 200-day pilot (6-3)
• Approved increased compensation for the next school board as presented (6-1)
• Approved moving 2024 board meetings back to school board chambers (9-0)
• Approved CEV Multimedia contract for CTE materials, estimated $110k-$125k (7-2)
• Approved personnel actions for 71 employees (7-0)
• Approved Head Start grant application (6-1)
• Approved revised preschool bell schedule (8-1)

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 04 de diciembre de 2023

The Richmond School Board will discuss fiscal year 2024-25 budget priorities and receive updates on Dreams4RPS academic goals (PALS and VGA). Other notable items include first readings of the Arthur Ashe agreement and contracts over $100,000. The board will also vote on preschool bell schedule changes, budget transfers over $10,000, and a Head Start grant application.

• Discussion of FY24-25 budget priorities
• First reading of Arthur Ashe agreement
• First reading of contracts over $100,000
• Proposed change to preschool bell schedule
• Head Start grant application

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond School Board holds a work session to discuss capital projects, including the Fox internal renovation contract and Woodville Elementary reconstruction options. The board will also receive updates on attendance, care and safety, and a proposed preschool bell schedule change. Action items include the Arthur Ashe agreement and a contract over $100k with Aireco.

• Fox internal renovation contract first read
• Woodville Elementary reconstruction recommendation
• Arthur Ashe agreement for action
• Aireco contract over $100k for action
• Head Start grant application first read

The Board approved a construction bid for Fox Elementary and a recommendation to rebuild Woodville Elementary as a standalone facility. Other actions included approving personnel changes, a contract for Aireco, and designating a representative for Richmond Virtual Academy.

• Approved construction bid for Fox Elementary reconstruction awarded to Gulf Seaboard General Contractors, Inc. (8-1)
• Approved recommendation to rebuild Woodville Elementary as a standalone 65,000 square foot facility (8-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 13 nominations, 10 contract changes, 14 resignations, and 6 terminations (8-0-1)
• Approved Dr. Shonda Harris-Muhammed as Board representative for Richmond Virtual Academy (Unanimous)
• Approved Aireco contract (Unanimous)
• Denied motion to release third-party internal investigative report regarding Huguenot shooting (2-6-1)
• Denied motion to amend agenda (4-4-0-1)
• Deferred approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Sesión de trabajo - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 20 de noviembre de 2023

The Richmond City School Board is holding a work session to receive updates and first readings on several items, including a recommendation for the reconstruction of Woodville Elementary School, a Head Start grant application, and contracts over $100,000. They will also discuss attendance goals, safety updates, and a proposed preschool bell schedule change.

• Receive recommendation for Woodville Elementary reconstruction
• Receive first reading of contracts over $100,000
• Receive first reading of Head Start grant application
• Discuss proposed preschool bell schedule change
• Receive update on facilities debate

Policy Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Policy Committee will meet to discuss and review revisions to two policies: Policy 7-3.16 (Reports of Certain Acts and Other Conduct) and Policy 8-3.18 (Restraint and Seclusion of Students). The committee will also consider a list of other policies under review for the 2023-24 year.

• Review of revision to Policy 7-3.16: Reports of Certain Acts and Other Conduct
• Review of revision to Policy 8-3.18: Restraint and Seclusion of Students
• Discussion of policies under review for 2023-24 (attached list)

Reunion de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 6 de noviembre de 2023

The Richmond School Board will discuss a salary increase for the next school board and receive for first reading a mediation agreement for Arthur Ashe Center with the city. The board will also consider implementing the 2024-25 school calendar, approving a spending plan for one-time state funding, and receiving updates on enrollment goals, facilities, and the Monroe Park independent investigation.

• Discussion of salary increase for next School Board (item 5.03)
• First reading of mediation agreement for Arthur Ashe Center with city of Richmond (item 5.05)
• Implementation of 2024-25 school calendar (item 6.02)
• Approval of spending plan for one-time state budget funding (item 6.04)
• Receipt of independent investigation report on Monroe Park (item 5.02)

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond School Board will take action on the 2024-25 school calendar, a mediation agreement for the Arthur Ashe Center, personnel actions, and a spend plan for one-time state funding. The board will also receive updates on facilities (including mold testing), enrollment, and the Monroe Park independent investigation.

• Receive for action 2024-25 school calendar
• Receive for first read Arthur Ashe Center mediation agreement with City of Richmond
• Receive facilities update including mold testing results
• Discuss salary increase for next School Board
• Receive for action recommended spend plan for one-time FY24 state budget funding

The Board approved the 2024-2025 school calendar and a spend plan for one-time FY24 state budget funds to expand tutoring for grades 3-8. Members also approved personnel actions and revisions to three district policies. A motion to adopt air quality and fire safety resolutions was denied.

• Approved 2024-2025 school calendar (7-1-1)
• Approved spend plan for one-time FY24 state budget funding for tutoring (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions for 77 employees (8-0-1)
• Approved revisions to Policies 7-4.5, 5-3.15, and 7-4.3 (8-1-0)
• Denied resolutions regarding air quality and fire safety (2-6-1)
• Approved $400 donation to Redd Elementary School (8-0-1)
• Approved closed session to receive Monroe Park investigation findings (8-0-1)
• Denied motion to amend agenda (2-6-0-1)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee is meeting to consider student disciplinary and scholastic record matters. The agenda includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and a closed session under Virginia law to discuss confidential student records. The meeting is procedural and focused on individual student cases.

• Convene closed session to discuss student disciplinary or scholastic record matters (per Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(2))

The committee upheld expulsion recommendations for two students and granted appeals for 12 others. Most granted appeals resulted in modified penalties including suspension with time served and school reassignments.

• Approved September 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Upheld administration recommendation of expulsion for Case #10 (unanimous)
• Upheld administration recommendation of expulsion for Case #12 (unanimous)
• Granted appeal of expulsion for Cases #1, #2, #3, #11, and #13; modified to suspension with time served and alternative school reassignment (2-1)
• Granted appeal of expulsion for Case #4; modified to suspension with time served and reassignment to another comprehensive school (2-1)
• Granted appeal of expulsion for Cases #6 and #7; modified to suspension with time served and return to assigned comprehensive school (2-1)
• Granted appeal of expulsion for Case #8; modified to suspension with time served and reassignment to alternative then comprehensive school (2-1)
• Granted appeal of expulsion for Case #9; modified to long-term suspension for remainder of 2023-2024 school year (2-1)

Evaluation Committee Meeting

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Evaluation Committee. The only substantive action is a motion to enter a closed meeting under Virginia law to discuss the performance of specific school employees. No other decisions, proposals, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Closed meeting to consider performance of specific School Board employees (per Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(1))

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond School Board will hold a work session at River City Middle School. Items include updates on graduation and enrollment, discussion of school board protocols, and receipt of the Monroe Park investigation report. The board will take action on personnel, facilities condition assessment, Arthur Ashe Center mediation with the city, the 2024-25 school calendar, contracts over $100k (NAPA Auto Parts), and budget transfers over $10k. Proclamations for anti-bullying month and National School Lunch Month will also be received.

• Receive Monroe Park independent investigation report
• Discuss mold issues at Boushall Middle School and Fox Elementary (Clark Springs) with proposed facilities recommendations
• Receive for action Arthur Ashe Center mediation agreement with City of Richmond
• Receive for action 2024-25 school calendar
• Receive for action contracts over $100k (NAPA Auto Parts)

The Board approved administration recommendations for mold testing and a facilities condition assessment via FMX. It also approved a spend plan for approximately $12.6 million in additional state funding and a contract with NAPA auto parts.

• Approved mold testing recommendations and plan for additional testing (9-0-0-0)
• Approved facilities condition assessment via FMX (7-1-0-1)
• Approved spend plan for additional FY24 state funding (8-0-0-1)
• Approved NAPA auto parts contract (8-0-0-1)
• Approved budget transfers for LEAP program record keeping (8-0-0-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 60 employees (4-0-2-3)
• Denied REA Fire Safety Resolution and recommendations (2-6-1-0)
• Approved October 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0-3)

Sesión de trabajo - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 16 de octobre de 2023

The Richmond City School Board meeting will open with routine approvals of the previous minutes and agenda. The board will receive public comments, recognitions, and updates on graduation goals and facilities. Several items involve first readings of policy revisions and contracts larger than $100,000, as well as the proposed 2024‑25 school calendar.

• Approve the minutes from the October 2, 2023 meeting (1.04).
• Approve the agenda for the October 16, 2023 meeting (1.05).
• First reading of contracts exceeding $100,000 (5.05 and 6.05).
• First reading of policy revisions for director roles and distance learning (5.04).
• Receive the proposed 2024‑25 school calendar for implementation (6.04).

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond City School Board will receive updates on reading literacy, a 2024-25 calendar, policy revisions, and contracts over $100k. They will also hear options for an independent investigation of the Monroe Park shooting and consider surplusing a school parcel for a park. Facilities updates on mold, HVAC, and a potential study are on the agenda.

• Receive two options for independent investigation of Monroe Park shooting
• Receive for first read final 2024-25 school year calendar
• Receive recommendation to surplus back parcel of Henry L. Marsh III ES site for Ethyl Furman Park
• Receive facilities update on mold, HVAC, and options for a facilities study
• Receive update on Dreams4RPS Goal 3: Academics (Reading)

The Board approved a third-party investigation into the Monroe Park shooting and authorized the surplus of land for Ethyl Furman Park. Personnel actions for 87 employees were approved, and the Board agreed to take no action on a Dominion Energy easement request.

• Approved Sands Anderson to conduct third-party investigation of Monroe Park shooting (6-2-0-1)
• Approved surplus of Henry L. Marsh III ES back parcel to the City for Ethyl Furman Park (6-0-0-3)
• Approved personnel actions for 87 employees (6-0-0-3)
• Agreed by verbal consensus to take no action on Dominion Energy easement request at RHSA site
• Approved minutes from August 21, September 11, and September 18, 2023 meetings (5-0-0-4)
• Adopted amended agenda (5-0-0-4)

Reunion de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 2 de octubre de 2023

The Richmond City School Board will hold a public meeting on October 2, 2023, at River City Middle School. The board will receive first readings of the 2024-2025 school calendar, policy revisions, and contracts over $100,000. A key item is the presentation of two options for an independent investigation into the Monroe Park shooting.

• First reading of the 2024-2025 school calendar
• First reading of Dominion Energy easement request at RHSA
• Receipt of two options for independent investigation of Monroe Park shooting
• Recommendation to surplus back lot of Henry L. Marsh III Elementary for Ethyl Furman Park
• First reading and implementation of contracts over $100,000

The Board approved a third-party investigation into the operational aspects of the Monroe Park shooting. Other actions included approving personnel changes and surpusing a land parcel for a city park.

• Approved Sands Anderson to conduct third-party investigation of Monroe Park shooting (6-2-0-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 87 employees, including 36 nominations and 13 resignations (6-0-0-3)
• Approved surplus of the back parcel of Henry L. Marsh III ES site to the City for Ethyl Furman Park (6-0-0-3)
• Approved minutes from August 21, September 11, and September 18, 2023 meetings (5-0-0-4)
• Agreed by verbal consensus to take no action on a Dominion Energy easement request at RHSA site

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee will meet to approve minutes from the August 17 meeting and then convene a closed session under Virginia law to discuss confidential student admission or disciplinary records. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approve minutes of August 17, 2023 Disciplinary Committee meeting
• Convene closed session under §2.2-3711(A)(2) of the Code of Virginia for student disciplinary or scholastic record matters

The committee met in closed session to review student disciplinary records. The committee unanimously voted to uphold the administration's recommendation for expulsion in three separate cases.

• Approved August 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Case #1: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #2: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #3: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)

Sesión de trabajo - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 18 de septiembre de 2023

The Richmond City School Board is holding a work session to review various district items. Discussions include academic data, school facility updates, and the implementation of several board measures.

• Update on Dreams4RPS Goal 3: Secondary SOL response data plan
• Discussion regarding the direction of the new Woodville Elementary School
• Discussion of the RVA Tennis Revitalization project
• Implementation of Huguenot High School gymnasium name change
• Implementation of contracts exceeding $100,000

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The School Board of the City of Richmond is holding a work session on September 18, 2023, to discuss district priorities and review administrative updates. The proposed changes to selective school admissions will alter student placement procedures for families. The board will also discuss the direction for a new Woodville Elementary School and receive updates on several construction projects and safety initiatives. Action items include personnel approvals, budget transfers over $10,000, and contracts exceeding $100,000.

• Proposed changes to selective school admissions
• Direction for the new Woodville Elementary School
• Huguenot High School gym renaming
• Surplus property transfer to Ethel Furman Park
• Budget transfers over $10,000 and contracts over $100,000

The Board approved 'option 3' for changes to the admissions process at Maggie Walker High School, Open High School, and Community High School. Other actions included approving personnel changes, budget transfers for school work orders, and board travel requests.

• Approved 'option 3' for selective school admissions process (7-1-0-1)
• Approved $263,000 budget transfer for R&M Supplies school work orders (8-0-1-0)
• Approved personnel actions for 60 employees (6-0-1-2)
• Approved board travel and activity requests totaling $4,280 (7-0-1-1)
• Denied motion to add seats to regional and specialty schools (2-7-0-0)
• Deferred approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes to October 2, 2023

Reunion de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 11 de septiembre de 2023

The Richmond City School Board will receive budget transfers over $10,000 and contracts exceeding $100,000 for implementation. The board will also consider recommendations for changes to the selective school admissions process and receive updates on the Ashe Center, the RVA Tennis Revitalization project, and a proposed name change for the Huguenot High School gym. The agenda lists informational updates and administrative approvals rather than public hearings or final votes.

• Budget transfers over $10,000 for implementation
• Contracts exceeding $100,000 for first reading and implementation
• Recommendations for changes to selective school admissions process
• Update on renaming the Huguenot High School gym
• Update on the Ashe Center and RVA Tennis Revitalization project

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The School Board will receive updates on the Dreams4RPS elementary SOL data response plan and recommendations for changes to selective school admissions. Action items include approval of contracts over $100k (including a Gateway Health contract), budget transfers over $10k, and personnel actions. The board will also consider renaming Huguenot High School gym and updates on school renamings, the Ashe Center, and property surplus for Ethel Furman Park.

• Receive recommendations for changes to selective school admissions process
• Receive update on elementary SOL data response plan (Dreams4RPS Goal 3)
• Receive for action a contract over $100k with Gateway Healthcare
• Receive update on renaming Huguenot High School gym
• Receive update on surplus of property for Ethel Furman Park

The Board approved the renaming of the Huguenot High School gym and traffic loop, accepted a fiscal mapping proposal from the Children's Funding Project, and approved a medical services contract. Personnel actions for 141 employees were also processed.

• Approved renaming Huguenot High School Gym to Leroy “Coach Bo” Jones, Sr. Gymnasium and traffic loop to “Coach Bo Jones Way” (9-0-0-0)
• Approved Children’s Funding Project-Fiscal Mapping proposal (5-2-2-0)
• Approved Temporary Medical Services-Nursing Gateway Health contract (8-0-0-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 141 employees, including 44 nominations and 68 contract changes (7-0-2-0)
• Approved minutes from July 10 and August 14, 2023 meetings (5-0-0-4)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (9-0-0-0)

Audit and Finance Committee-Special Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Audit and Finance Committee is holding a special meeting. The primary action is a motion to enter a closed meeting under Virginia code to discuss personnel matters including assignments, promotions, salaries, and discipline. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Closed meeting to consider assignment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific school board employees

Policy Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Policy Committee will meet to discuss and review revisions to several district policies, including off-site instruction and virtual courses, the organizational chart, and the role of principals and assistant principals. The committee will also discuss Policy 1-5.1 on School Board Committees and review recommendations from the Board.

• Discuss Policy 1-5.1 School Board Committees
• Review revision to Policy 5-3.15 Off-Site Instruction and Virtual Courses
• Review revision to Policy 7-4.3 Organizational Chart
• Review revisions to Policy 7-4.5 Principals and Assistant Principals
• Review recommendations of policy reviews from Board

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond School Board holds a work session to receive updates on accreditation, academics, fiscal mapping, and operational matters. Key action items include a vote on recognizing LiUNA as the exclusive bargaining representative for Transportation and Fleet Maintenance employees, approval of personnel actions, and approval of contracts over $100k and budget transfers over $10k. The board also receives first readings of contracts over $100k and updates on school construction projects.

• Vote on recognizing LiUNA as exclusive bargaining representative for Transportation and Fleet Maintenance unit
• Action on contracts over $100k (including Gateway Health contract)
• First read of contracts over $100k (Gateway Health)
• Update on William Fox Elementary School reconstruction
• Update on George Wythe High School construction

The Board directed the superintendent to establish a policy ensuring students have at least 20 minutes of seated lunch time. Other key actions included approving a $205,250 Quickbase contract and certifying a new bargaining representative for transportation staff.

• Directed superintendent to provide lunch times and draft policy for 20-minute seated minimum (9-0-0-0)
• Certified Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) as exclusive bargaining representative for Transportation and Fleet Maintenance (8-1-0-0)
• Approved $205,250 contract for Quickbase (8-1-0-0)
• Approved personnel actions for 144 employees including nominations, resignations, and retirements (6-0-2-1)
• Approved board travel and activity requests totaling $1,235 (5-2-1-1)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0-0-2)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond Public Schools Disciplinary Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and convene a closed session to discuss student disciplinary or admission matters. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of the July 6, 2023 meeting
• Closed session under Virginia code to consider student disciplinary or scholastic records
• Meeting location: Richmond Alternative School, 119 W. Leigh Street

The committee met in closed session to review student scholastic records and disciplinary matters. Following the session, the committee voted to uphold administration recommendations for two student expulsions.

• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Case #1: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #2: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)

Evaluation Committee Meeting

The Evaluation Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting. The committee also intends to enter a closed session to consider the performance of specific employees of the School Board.

• Approval of March 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Closed meeting to consider performance of specific School Board employees

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond City School Board will meet to receive updates on the 2023-24 school reopening, the 200-day pilot program, and care and safety. The board will also vote on personnel actions, budget transfers over $10,000, and contracts over $100,000, and consider consent agenda items including travel requests.

• Receive for action contracts over $100,000 (item 5.03)
• Receive for action budget transfers over $10,000 (item 5.02)
• Receive update on school reopening for 2023-24 (item 6.02)
• Receive final engagement plan for Dreams4RPS 2.0 (item 3.01)
• Receive update on William Fox Elementary School reconstruction (item 8.02)

The Board approved a 15-point care and safety plan and authorized a third-party investigation into the June 6, 2023 school mass shooting. Members also approved the Dreams4RPS 2.0 engagement plan and various personnel actions. A first read of a $205,250 Quickbase contract was presented.

• Adopted 15-point care and safety plan (6-1-1-1)
• Authorized third-party investigation of June 6, 2023 School Mass Shooting (5-2-1-1)
• Approved Dreams4RPS 2.0 final engagement plan (6-1-1-1)
• Accepted personnel actions for 361 employees as amended (6-0-2-1)
• Approved board travel and district activity requests (6-0-1-2)
• Approved minutes from June 5 and June 20, 2023 meetings (8-0-0-1)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (8-0-0-1)

Policy Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting to review and discuss several policies, including those related to homebound instruction, attendance at school activities, principal designees, and the Equity Committee. They will also discuss House Bill No. 2457 Amendment and review recommendations from the Board.

• Review policies on homebound instruction and attendance of school-related activities
• Review policies associated with principal designees
• Discuss policies associated with the Equity Committee
• Discuss House Bill No. 2457 Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute
• Review recommendations of policy reviews from the Board

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond City School Board will approve the minutes from its June 5 and June 20, 2023 meetings and adopt the agenda for the August 7 session. It will receive public comments, a final engagement plan for the Dreams4RPS 2.0 program, and updates on Head Start, school reopening, and other school projects. Action items include personnel actions, budget transfers over $10,000, and contracts over $100,000.

• Approve minutes of the June 5, 2023 and June 20, 2023 School Board meetings
• Receive final engagement plan for Dreams4RPS 2.0
• Receive for action contracts over $100k
• Receive for action budget transfers over $10k
• Receive updates on William Fox Elementary School reconstruction

Audit and Finance Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to consider going into a closed session to discuss personnel matters including appointments, salaries, and resignations of school board employees. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as roll call and adoption of the agenda.

• Closed session under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(1) for discussing specific personnel actions of school board officers and employees
• No other substantive items on the agenda; meeting consists of procedural openings and adjournment

Audit and Finance Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Audit and Finance Committee will meet to discuss and likely vote to enter a closed meeting under Virginia law. The only substantive item is consideration of personnel matters such as appointments, promotions, salaries, and resignations of school board employees. The remainder of the agenda is procedural (roll call and adoption of the agenda).

• Closed meeting to consider assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining or resignation of specific public officers, appointees or employees of the School Board

Sesión de trabajo - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 10 de julio de 2023

The Richmond City School Board holds a work session on July 10, 2023 at Huguenot High School. The board will discuss and receive updates on multiple items including contracts over $100,000, budget transfers over $10,000, the Dreams4RPS 2.0 initiative, and a 200-day instruction pilot. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and first reading.

• First reading of contracts over $100,000 (item 4.02)
• Budget transfers over $10,000 (item 5.07)
• Update on Dreams4RPS 2.0 (item 3.01)
• Update on 200-day instruction pilot (item 6.02)
• Updates on George Wythe High School and William Fox Elementary School (items 9.03, 9.04)

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond School Board will hear an update on the Dreams4RPS 2.0 strategic plan, consider policy revisions including the Wellness Policy and General Assembly policies, and receive reports on grants, school construction, and staffing. The agenda includes action items for personnel, budget transfers, and contracts, though no contracts over $100,000 or transfers over $10,000 are currently presented.

• Update on Dreams4RPS 2.0 strategic plan
• Receive for first read contracts over $100k — none filed
• Receive for action revisions to Policy 8-5.1 Wellness Policy
• Receive for action VDOE Stronger Connections Grant
• Receive update on William Fox Elementary School reconstruction

The Board approved personnel changes for 233 employees and adopted a Head Start Quality Improvement Plan to meet submission deadlines. Members also approved a $350k grant application for school safety and wellness policy revisions.

• Approved personnel actions for 233 employees (6-0-2-1)
• Approved General Assembly policies (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Policy 8-5.1 Wellness Policy (8-1-0-0)
• Approved $350k VDOE Stronger Connections Grant application (8-0-1-0)
• Approved Head Start Quality Improvement Plan (8-0-0-1)
• Approved board travel and district activity requests (8-0-1-0)
• Approved May 1 and May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The disciplinary committee will hold a closed session to discuss student disciplinary or scholastic-record matters. The only public actions are roll call and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Closed session authorized under Virginia law for student disciplinary and scholastic-record matters
• Approval of June 1, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed nine student disciplinary cases. Seven expulsions were upheld and one readmission request was denied. One expulsion appeal was granted and modified to time served.

• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Case #2: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #3: Denied readmission (unanimous)
• Case #4: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #5: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #6: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #7: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #8: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)

Audit and Finance Committee Meeting

The Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the search for a Director of School Board Audit Services and to go into a closed meeting for personnel matters. The agenda also includes standard procedural items like roll call and adoption of the agenda.

• Discussion of Director of School Board Audit Services search
• Closed meeting under Virginia law to discuss personnel (assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, salaries, disciplining or resignation)
• Discussion of next steps for the audit services director search

Sesión de trabajo - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-martes, 20 de junio de 2023

The Richmond City School Board will hold a work session to discuss and take action on several items, including first readings of policies and contracts over $100,000, budget transfers over $10,000, and implementation of recommended name changes for four schools. The board will also receive updates on Dreams4RPS enrollment goals, legal services, and the teacher retention task force.

• Receive recommended name changes for Ginter Park Elementary, John B. Cary Elementary, Binford Middle, and George Wythe High schools
• Receive early site work contract for George Wythe High School
• Receive recommendation to establish an LLC for William Fox Elementary to secure historic tax credits
• Receive first reading of contracts over $100,000 and budget transfers over $10,000
• Receive update on teacher retention task force

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The School Board will consider action on recommended new names for Ginter Park Elementary, John B. Cary Elementary, Binford Middle, and George Wythe High schools. Other action items include an early site work contract for George Wythe High, establishing an LLC for William Fox Elementary to secure historic tax credits, and approving the 2023-24 Student Code of Responsible Ethics. The board will also receive updates on enrollment goals, teacher retention, and summer school.

• Vote on recommended new names for Ginter Park, Cary, Binford, and Wythe schools
• Early site work contract for George Wythe High School
• Establish LLC for William Fox Elementary for historic tax credits
• Approve 2023-24 Student Code of Responsible Ethics
• Personnel actions and budget transfers over $10k

The School Board approved a construction contract for George Wythe High School and authorized the creation of an LLC for William Fox Elementary to secure historic tax credits. The Board also approved several SEL/Mental Health partnerships and personnel actions. A motion to hire a senior school board auditor for school safety was denied.

• Approved $1,958,625.00 Early Site Work Contract for George Wythe High School with J. E. Liesfeld Contractor, Inc. (7-0-2-0)
• Approved establishment of 'William Fox Elementary School LLC' to secure and sell Virginia historic tax credits (6-1-1-1)
• Approved SEL/Mental Health contracts with Richmond Behavioral Health Authority, ChildSavers, Communities in Schools of Richmond, and Stop Child Abuse Now (6-0-1-2)
• Denied motion to hire a senior school board auditor for school safety (2-7-0-0)
• Approved personnel actions for 119 nominations, 72 contract changes, and 53 resignations, excluding Employee Matter 2023-05 (5-0-2-2)
• Voted not to accept Administration recommendation in Employee Matter 2023-05 (7-0-0-2)
• Approved minutes from March 20, April 10, and April 17, 2023 meetings (7-0-0-2)

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 05 de junio de 2023

The Richmond City Public Schools Board of Education will meet on June 5, 2023, to receive recommendations on renaming four schools, discuss the Maury Street property and historic tax credits for William Fox Elementary School, and approve operational measures. The board will also implement tuition, food, and rental fees, approve contracts over $100,000, and process budget transfers exceeding $10,000. Additional agenda items include a Pride Month proclamation and staffing updates.

• Recommendations to rename George Wythe High School, John B. Cary Elementary, Binford Middle School, and Ginter Park Elementary School
• Discussion on the Maury Street property and historic tax credit process for William Fox Elementary School
• Approval of contracts exceeding $100,000 and budget transfers over $10,000
• Implementation of tuition, food, and rental fees for the 2023-24 school year
• Review of the 2023-24 salary list and staffing update

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The School Board will receive recommendations on renaming George Wythe High School, John B. Cary Elementary, Binford Middle, and Ginter Park Elementary. It will also discuss the path forward for the Maury Street property and historic tax credits for William Fox Elementary. Action items include approving personnel actions, Title grants, tuition and meal rates, a salary schedule, and contracts over $100,000.

• Recommendations on renaming George Wythe HS, John B. Cary ES, Binford MS, Ginter Park ES
• Discussion on path forward for Maury Street property
• Historic tax credit process for William Fox Elementary School
• Action on contracts over $100,000 (Honeywell contract)
• Action on 2023-24 salary schedule and tuition/meal/rental rates

The School Board approved the 2023-24 salary schedule, including retention bonuses ranging from $1,000 to $4,000. Other approved actions included personnel changes, Title I-IV grants, and the 2023-24 re-election list. The Board also authorized the Superintendent to hire school-based staff and perform budget transfers for FY 22-23.

• Approved 2023-24 Salary Schedule with retention bonuses (8-0-0-1)
• Approved Title I, II, III and IV Grants (7-0-2-0)
• Approved 2023-24 Re-election List (7-0-2-0)
• Approved Tuition, Meal & Rental Rates (7-0-1-1)
• Authorized Superintendent to hire school-based staff June-August 2023 (8-0-0-1)
• Authorized budget transfers to balance FY 22-23 accounts (8-0-0-1)
• Approved participation in 2023-24 Virginia Regional Migrant Education Consortium (8-0-0-1)
• Accepted personnel actions for 67 employees (5-0-1-3)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond School Board Disciplinary Committee will approve minutes from the May 4 meeting and then convene a closed session to discuss student disciplinary matters involving scholastic records. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Roll call
• Approve minutes of May 4, 2023 meeting
• Convene closed session per Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(2) for student disciplinary/scholastic record matters

The committee reviewed four student disciplinary cases. Two recommendations for expulsion were upheld, while two other expulsions were overturned and modified to long-term suspensions.

• Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Case #3: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #4: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #1: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to long term suspension for remainder of 22-23 school year and alternative placement for 23-24 (2-1)
• Case #2: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to long term suspension for remainder of school year (2-1)

Policy Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Policy Committee will meet to review several policies, including weapon notification, student survey permissions, the administrative procedures manual, the wellness policy on tobacco and nicotine vapor products, and new policies on naloxone (Narcan) administration and cannabidiol (CBD) oil and tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THC-A) administration. The meeting is for discussion and review only; no votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review policies for weapon notification.
• Review policies for notification/permission for student surveys.
• Review Wellness Policy 4-4.3 on tobacco products and nicotine vapor.
• Review new policy on Naloxone (Narcan) Administration Procedures.
• Review new policy on Cannabidiol (CBD) Oil and THC-A Administration Procedures.

Audit and Finance Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Audit and Finance Committee will discuss the search for a Director of School Board Audit Services, including next steps, and may go into closed session to consider personnel matters. The meeting includes roll call, adoption of the agenda, and adjournment.

• Discussion of Director of School Board Audit Services search
• Closed session under Virginia law for personnel matters
• Discussion of search next steps
• Adoption of agenda
• Roll call

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-Renaming of Binford Middle School

The Richmond City School Board will hold a public hearing to gather community input on a possible renaming of Binford Middle School, located at 1701 Floyd Avenue. The board will hear comments from the public and will consider the renaming request. No decision is scheduled for this meeting.

• Roll call
• Public comment session on renaming Binford Middle School

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-Renaming of George Wythe High School

The Richmond City School Board is holding a public hearing to receive community input on renaming George Wythe High School, located at 4314 Crutchfield Street. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Public hearing to receive comments on renaming George Wythe High School

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 15 de mayo de 2023

The Richmond School Board will receive a second reading and vote on implementing collective bargaining agreements for licensed staff, support professionals, nutrition services, care and safety associates, and instructional assistants. They will also receive a first reading of Title I-IV grants and contracts over $100,000, as well as an update on the FY24 budget. Other items include updates on Dreams4RPS Goal 8 (Attendance), legal services options, and school updates from George Wythe High and Fox Elementary.

• Second reading of collective bargaining agreements for multiple employee groups
• First reading of Title I, II, III, and IV grants
• First reading of contracts over $100,000
• Update on FY24 budget
• Update on Dreams4RPS Goal 8: Attendance

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond School Board will hold a work session with action items including second readings and votes on collective bargaining agreements for licensed personnel and support staff, approval of contracts over $100,000, and budget transfers over $10,000. They will also receive updates on the FY2024 budget, attendance goals under Dreams4RPS, and legal services options.

• Second read and action on collective bargaining agreements for licensed and support staff
• Update on FY24 budget proposal
• First read of Title I-IV grant applications
• Receive presentation on legal services options
• Update on George Wythe High School and William Fox Elementary School

The Board approved the FY24 budget including a $383.1M General Fund and $2.5M for Capital Improvement. It also designated the Richmond Education Association and Teamsters Local Union No. 322 as exclusive representatives for specific staff units. Additionally, the Board approved a legal services contract and updated teacher signing bonuses.

• Adopted FY24 budget: General Fund $383,142,390, CIP Fund $2,500,000, and Special Revenue Fund $134,817,402 (7-1-0-1)
• Approved legal services contract 22-7018-06 (6-1-1-1)
• Approved Richmond Education Association and Teamsters Local Union No. 322 as exclusive representatives for designated staff units (7-1-0-1)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreements for School Nutrition Services, Care and Safety Associates, and Instructional Assistants (7-1-0-1)
• Increased High Needs Bonus to $4,000 and reduced Early Signing Bonus to $4,000 effective June 1, 2023 (8-0-0-1)
• Approved personnel actions including 7 nominations and 89 resignations/retirements (7-0-1-1)
• Approved budget transfers over $10k for audit services, RICOH contract, and transportation (8-0-0-1)

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-Renaming of John B. Cary Elementary School

The Richmond City School Board is holding a public hearing to receive community input on renaming John B. Cary Elementary School. No decisions are being made at this hearing; it is solely for gathering public comment.

• Receive public comment regarding renaming John B. Cary Elementary School (3021 Maplewood Ave, Richmond)

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-Renaming Binford Middle School

The Richmond City School Board is holding a public hearing to receive community input on renaming Binford Middle School at 1701 Floyd Ave. The agenda consists of roll call, public comment on the renaming, and adjournment.

• Public hearing on renaming Binford Middle School
• Board will receive public comment on the proposed name change

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee will open the meeting, approve the minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting, and then enter a closed session to review admission or disciplinary matters that involve confidential student records, as permitted by Virginia Code §2.2‑3711(A)(2).

• Approve the minutes of the April 20, 2023 Disciplinary Committee meeting
• Convene a closed session to consider admission or disciplinary matters involving a Richmond Public School student’s scholastic record

The committee upheld expulsion recommendations for two students and granted appeals for six others. The granted appeals resulted in modified penalties including long-term suspensions and school reassignments.

• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Case #4: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #8: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #1: Granted appeal; modified to long term suspension and alternative placement next year (2-1)
• Case #2: Granted appeal; modified to long term suspension for remainder of school year (2-1)
• Case #3: Granted appeal; modified to long term suspension and reassignment to comprehensive school next year (2-1)
• Case #5: Granted appeal; modified to time served, alternative placement this year, and zoned comprehensive school next year (2-1)
• Case #6 & #7: Granted appeals; modified to long term suspension for remainder of school year (2-1)

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-Renaming of Ginter Park Elementary School

The Richmond City School Board is holding a public hearing to receive community input on renaming Ginter Park Elementary School. No decisions are being made at this meeting; the board is collecting public comment only.

• Receive public comment regarding renaming Ginter Park Elementary School at 3817 Chamberlayne Avenue

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 01 de mayo de 2023

The Richmond School Board will hold a meeting on May 1, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson High School. They will discuss the FY2024 budget, receive first readings of collective bargaining agreements for multiple employee groups, and review updates on school properties including William Fox Elementary. Public comments will be accepted in person or in writing.

• Discussion of FY2024 budget item (5.01)
• First reading of collective bargaining agreements for licensed, support, nutrition, safety, and instructional staff (6.01)
• First reading of Title I, II, III, and IV grants (6.02)
• First reading of legal services contract (6.03)
• Update on Arthur Ashe and Altria properties (6.04)

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Board will meet on May 1, 2023 at Thomas Jefferson High School. The agenda includes discussion of the FY24 budget, review of collective bargaining agreements for licensed and support staff, and receipt of Title I‑IV grant information. Additional items include updates on property projects, personnel actions, and budget transfer requests.

• FY24 Budget Discussions (budget documents attached)
• First read of Collective Bargaining Agreements for Licensed Personnel and Support Professionals
• First read of Title I, II, III and IV Grants
• Update on Arthur Ashe and Altria properties
• Budget transfers over $10k (Board Action Item 7.04)

The Board approved the IDEA Grant application and the nomination of seven new members to the RPS Education Foundation Board. Personnel actions for 43 employees were approved, and the Board authorized three $500 travel and activity requests for Teacher Appreciation events. The Board also received updates on a potential $10 million FY24 budget gap.

• Approved IDEA Grant application (8-0-1-0)
• Approved nomination of 7 new RPS Education Foundation Board Members (8-0-1-0)
• Approved personnel actions for 43 employees (8-0-1-0)
• Approved three $500 activity requests for Teacher Appreciation luncheons (6-0-1-2)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (7-0-0-2)

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-Renaming of George Wythe High School

The Richmond City School Board is holding a public hearing to receive community input on renaming George Wythe High School at 4314 Crutchfield Street. The meeting includes roll call and a public comment period. No decision is being made; this is solely for gathering public feedback.

• Public hearing to receive comment on renaming George Wythe High School (4314 Crutchfield Street, Richmond, VA 23225)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and then convene a closed session to discuss student admission or disciplinary matters that involve scholastic records, as permitted by Virginia law. No other substantive public business or decisions are listed.

• Approve minutes from March 2 and April 13, 2023 disciplinary committee meetings
• Convene closed session under Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(2) for student admission/disciplinary and scholastic record matters

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-John B. Cary Elementary School

The Richmond City School Board holds a public hearing at John B. Cary Elementary School to receive community input on renaming the school. No decisions are made; the board hears public comment only.

• Public comment on renaming John B. Cary Elementary School at 3021 Maplewood Avenue

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, lunes, 17 de abril de 2023

This is a regular meeting of the Richmond City School Board with procedural items and informational updates. The board will receive an FY24 budget update, first readings of IDEA and Head Start grants, and a second reading and action on the Perkins grant. Public comments will be accepted in person and in writing.

• Receive update on FY24 budget
• First reading of IDEA grant (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
• First reading of Head Start grant
• Second reading and action on Perkins grant
• Receive for implementation budget transfers over $10,000

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The School Board will hold a work session to receive informational updates and take action on several items. Key discussions include the FY24 budget and proposed reductions, a literacy deep dive, and updates on legal services procurement and grant applications. The board will also act on personnel changes, budget transfers over $10,000, and grant approvals.

• Receive update on FY24 Budget and draft reductions
• Receive update on legal services RFP process
• Receive for first read the IDEA and Head Start grants
• Receive for second read and action the Perkins Grant
• Receive for action personnel actions and budget transfers over $10k

The Board amended purchasing policy to lower the threshold for required Board approval of contracts. Members also approved the Head Start and Perkins grants and processed various personnel actions.

• Amended Policy 3-3.4 to lower the School Board contract approval threshold from $250k to $100k (unanimous)
• Approved Head Start Grant application (8-0-0-1)
• Approved Perkins Grant (9-0-0-0)
• Approved personnel actions including 2 nominations, 11 contract changes, 6 resignations, 2 rescissions, 1 retirement, and 1 furlough (7-0-1-1)
• Approved consent agenda for board travel and district activity requests (8-1-0-0)
• Adopted amended agenda (8-0-0-1)
• Deferred approval of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond Public Schools Disciplinary Committee will hold a routine meeting including roll call and approval of prior minutes before convening a closed session under Virginia law to consider student admission or disciplinary matters.

• Approve minutes of March 2, 2023 meeting
• Convene closed session under §2.2-3711(A)(2) for student disciplinary or admission records

The committee reviewed six student expulsion appeals during a closed session. In all six cases, the committee voted unanimously to grant the appeals and modify the recommended penalties to either suspensions with time served or long-term suspensions.

• Case 1: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and return to school
• Case 2: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and return to school
• Case 3: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and return to school
• Case 4: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to long term suspension for remainder of school year
• Case 5: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to long term suspension for remainder of school year
• Case 6: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to long term suspension for remainder of school year
• Deferred approval of March 2, 2023 meeting minutes

Richmond City School Board Public Hearing-Ginter Park Elementary School

The Richmond City School Board holds a public hearing to receive community comments on renaming Ginter Park Elementary School. The agenda includes roll call, the public comment period, and adjournment. No other business is scheduled.

• Receive public comment regarding renaming Ginter Park Elementary School

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond School Board will hold a regular meeting at Thomas Jefferson High School on April 10, 2023, at 6pm. Key agenda items include discussions on the FY24 budget, an update on Dreams4RPS Goal 3 (Academics), and a first read of the Perkins Grant. The board will also act on personnel actions and budget transfers over $10,000, and receive updates on Marsh Elementary/Ethel Furman Park, the Arthur Ashe Center, summer school, dual enrollment, and school renaming.

• FY24 budget discussions
• First read of the Perkins Grant
• Discussion of Marsh Elementary and Ethel Furman Park proposal
• Action on personnel actions
• Action on budget transfers over $10,000

The School Board approved a series of personnel changes and a budget transfer for garage services. Members also discussed a potential $10 million revenue deficit and the possibility of establishing a new park at the former Ethel Furman park lot.

• Approved personnel actions for 55 employees (5-0-2-2)
• Approved $42k budget transfer from supply and equipment lines to garage services (6-0-1-2)
• Approved $400 donation for Swansboro Elementary School Dazzling Dolphins Dance Team (5-0-2-2)
• Approved minutes of March 6, 2023 meeting (7-0-0-2)
• Adopted meeting agenda (7-0-0-2)
• Agreed to contact the City regarding establishing a new park at the former Ethel Furman park lot

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, lunes, 10 de abril de 2023

The Richmond City School Board will discuss the budget for fiscal year 2024. The meeting includes discussions on Perkins grants, Marsh Elementary/Ethen Furman Park, and the Arthur Ashe Center.

• Debate on the fiscal year 2024 budget
• First reading of Perkins grants
• Discussion regarding Marsh Elementary/Ethen Furman Park
• Update on the Arthur Ashe Center
• Implementation of budget transfers exceeding $10,000

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond School Board will receive updates on the Mayor's Proposed FY24 Budget, a proposal for metal detectors at middle schools, and the Internet Services Contract. Action items include personnel actions, an auditor position upgrade, and certification of an exclusive representative election for administrators. The meeting also includes updates on Dreams4RPS academics, the Arthur Ashe Center, and several school-specific reports.

• Receive update on Mayor's Proposed FY24 Budget and capital improvement plan
• Receive proposal on metal detectors at middle schools
• Receive for second read and action the Internet Services Contract
• Certify results of exclusive representative election for Teamsters Local 592 for principals, assistant principals, and directors
• Receive update on George Wythe High School and William Fox Elementary School

The Board approved a $700,000 internet services contract and various personnel changes. It also certified Teamster 592 as the exclusive representative for the administrative bargaining unit and approved Cardinal Elementary School for a 200-day pilot program.

• Approved Internet Services Contract costing $700,000 (8-0-1-0)
• Certified Teamster 592 as exclusive representative for administrative bargaining unit (8-1-0-0)
• Approved upgrade of Senior School Board Auditor to Director to School Board Audit Services (8-1-0-0)
• Approved personnel actions including 7 nominations and 15 resignations (7-0-1-1)
• Approved budget transfers over $10k, including $300k from tuition to professional services (7-1-0-1)
• Approved Cardinal Elementary School for 200 day pilot for 2023-24 school year (6-3-0-0)
• Approved minutes of February 6 and February 20, 2023 meetings (unanimous)

Sesión de trabajo - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 20 de marzo de 2023

The Richmond School Board will hold a work session to discuss and receive updates on several items, including a proposal to install metal detectors in middle schools and the mayor's fiscal year 24 budget. The board will also take action on an internet services contract, an auditor position upgrade, and certification of an exclusive representative election for administrators. Other updates include the Arthur Ashe Center, specialty schools selection process, and financial reports.

• Receive proposal on metal detectors for middle schools
• Update on mayor's FY24 budget proposal for schools
• Second reading and action on internet services contract
• Action on auditor position upgrade
• Certify results of exclusive representative election for administrators

Ad Hoc Audit and Finance Committee Meeting

This Ad Hoc Audit and Finance Committee meeting of Richmond City Public Schools includes roll call, agenda adoption, and one discussion item: the Senior School Board Auditor position search. No votes or financial actions are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Discuss Senior School Board Auditor position search

Evaluation Committee Meeting

This evaluation committee meeting is largely procedural: approving prior minutes and then entering a closed session to discuss the performance of specific School Board employees. No public votes or policy decisions are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of January 11, 2023 meeting
• Closed meeting under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(1) to consider specific employee performance

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting

The Richmond School Board will hold a regular meeting including votes on Personnel Actions, Superintendent agent update, and the PHSSA charter renewal. Discussions include socio-emotional learning organization, legal services RFP, and updates on the 200-day pilot and teacher retention task force. Recognitions and a closed session for personnel matters are also on the agenda.

• Action on PHSSA charter renewal (Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts)
• Action on Personnel Actions (hires, resignations)
• Update on legal services RFP process
• Discussion of Socio-Emotional Learning organization
• Update on 200 instructional day pilot program

The Board approved the charter renewal for Patrick Henry School for Science and Arts and authorized Fairfield Elementary School to participate in a 200-day pilot program. Personnel actions were approved, and the Board appointed Dr. Shadae Harris as Agent and Ms. Renesha Parks as Deputy Agent.

• Approved personnel actions for 52 employees (7-0-1-1)
• Appointed Dr. Shadae Harris as Agent and Ms. Renesha Parks as Deputy Agent (7-0-0-2)
• Renewed Patrick Henry School for Science and Arts charter (7-0-0-2)
• Approved Fairfield Elementary School's participation in 200-day pilot (6-2-0-1)
• Approved $100 donation for Fairfield Court Elementary School SOL Celebration (6-0-1-2)
• Denied recommendation of Ms. Dana Fox as Agent and Dr. Shadae Harris as Deputy Agent (3-2-2-2)

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 06 de marzo de 2023

The Richmond School Board will meet at MLK Jr. Middle School on March 6, 2023. They will receive a preliminary report from the RPS-LULAC task force on the status of Latino and English learner students, discuss updates on a 200-day instruction pilot and a charter renewal for PHSSA, and hold a closed session for personnel matters. No binding votes are expected beyond consent agenda items.

• Discussion of socio-emotional learning organization (Item 4.01)
• Receive preliminary report from RPS-LULAC task force on Latino and English learner students (Item 4.03)
• Receive for implementation renewal of PHSSA charter (Item 5.03)
• Update on 200-day instruction pilot program (Item 6.02)
• Updates on George Wythe High School and Fox Elementary School (Items 8.02, 8.03)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to approve the minutes from the February 2, 2023, meeting. A closed session is requested to consider student admissions or disciplinary matters involving scholastic records.

• Approval of February 2, 2023, meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding student admissions or disciplinary matters

The committee reviewed 10 student expulsion appeals. In 9 cases, the committee granted the appeal and modified the expulsion to various forms of suspension or reassignment. One expulsion recommendation was upheld.

• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Case 1: Granted appeal; modified expulsion to suspension with time served and reassignment to another comprehensive school
• Case 2: Granted appeal; modified expulsion to suspension with time served and return to assigned comprehensive school
• Case 3: Granted appeal; modified expulsion to long term suspension
• Case 4: Granted appeal; modified expulsion to suspension with time served and reassignment to alternative school
• Case 5: Granted appeal; modified expulsion to long term suspension
• Case 6: Granted appeal; modified expulsion to suspension with time served and reassignment to alternative school
• Case 7: Granted appeal; modified expulsion to suspension with time served and reassignment to alternative school

Ad Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

The Ad Hoc Finance Committee of Richmond City Public Schools is meeting to discuss the FY24 and FY25 budget process, receive an update on the search for a Senior School Board Auditor, and review the 2021-2022 SAF year-end audit. The meeting also includes roll call and adoption of the agenda before adjournment.

• Discussion of FY24 and FY25 budget process
• Update on Senior School Board Auditor search
• Review of 2021-2022 SAF year-end audit

Sesión de trabajo - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 20 de febrero de 2023

This is a work session of the Richmond City School Board. They will discuss and possibly vote on the FY24 operating budget and Capital Improvement Program, the 2023-24 school calendar, and the second reading of the Vatex lease contract. They will also receive reports on the PHSSA quarterly finances, the RPS-LULAC task force on Latino and English learner students, and updates on George Wythe and Fox Elementary schools.

• Receive for approval the FY24 operating budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Receive for action the 2023-2024 school calendar, bell schedule, and 4x4 high school block schedule.
• Second reading and action on the Vatex lease contract.
• Receive for implementation budget transfers over $10,000.
• Receive preliminary report from the RPS-LULAC Task Force on the Status of Latino and English Learner Students.

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond School Board will consider approving the FY24 operating and capital budgets, updating the salary schedule, and adopting the 2023-2024 school calendar and bell schedule. The board will also receive quarterly financial reports and a charter renewal for Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts, a preliminary task force report on Latino and English Learner students, and updates on George Wythe and William Fox elementary schools. Several action items include Head Start spend plan, Vatex lease amendment, and budget transfers over $10,000.

• FY24 Operating and CIP Budgets — receive for approval
• Salary schedule update with recruitment and retention bonuses
• 2023-2024 school year calendar, bell schedule, and 4x4 high school block schedule
• Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts charter renewal — first read
• Vatex lease agreement amendment — second read and action

The Board approved the FY24 Operating and CIP budgets and adopted the 2023-2024 school calendar. Other key actions included approving a Head Start spend plan, salary schedule updates, and the RPS-LULAC Taskforce recommendations.

• Approved FY24 Operating and CIP Budgets, including $389,911,081 General Fund (8-1)
• Approved RPS-LULAC Taskforce recommendations including Director of ELL Support and ombudsmen (8-1)
• Approved Head Start spend plan (9-0)
• Approved Option A calendar and existing bell/block schedules (5-4)
• Approved personnel actions for 45 employees (7-0)
• Approved Alternative Accreditation Plans for Amelia Street and Richmond Alternative schools (6-2)
• Approved Vatex lease agreement (9-0)
• Approved salary schedule updates including retention and hiring bonuses (9-0)

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

The Richmond City School Board will hold a budget work session to discuss the superintendent's proposed FY24 budget. The discussion covers priorities including rigorous teaching, skilled staff, safe schools, community partnerships, and modern systems. Attachments include the full proposed budget and a consensus tracker.

• Superintendent's proposed FY24 budget for discussion

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session - Spanish

The Richmond City School Board holds a budget work session in Spanish. The only substantive agenda item is discussion of the superintendent's proposed budget for fiscal year 2024. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only work session.

• Discussion of the superintendent's proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 (Item 2.01)

Policy Committee Meeting

The Policy Committee will review two new policies on student-athlete sudden cardiac arrest and heat-related illness prevention. Additionally, the committee will discuss policies for checking staff emails and Google drives, and a live organ donor leave policy. The meeting includes opening procedures and approval of prior minutes.

• Review new Policy 8-5.10 on student-athlete sudden cardiac arrest
• Review new Policy 8-5.11 on heat-related illness prevention
• Discuss policy for checking staff emails and Google drives
• Discuss live organ donor leave policy
• Approve minutes from January 10, 2022 meeting

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting and Budget Public Hearing

The School Board will receive public comment on the FY24 budget and discuss the superintendent's proposed budget. They will also consider action on personnel actions, a salary schedule update, and revisions to Policy 8-5.4 on administering medication. Other business includes a safety presentation, recommendations on the 2023-2024 calendar and bell schedule, and updates on George Wythe and Fox Elementary schools.

• Public hearing and discussion of FY24 proposed budget
• First read of Vatex lease amendment
• Safety and security presentation
• Recommendations for 2023-2024 school calendar, bell schedule, and high school block schedule
• Second read and approval of revisions to Policy 8-5.4 Administering Medication

The Board reached consensus on $24.2 million for compensation and $1.9 million for student wellness as part of the FY24 budget. Members also approved personnel actions, salary schedule updates, and medication policy revisions. A public hearing was held to receive community input on the proposed FY24 budget.

• Approved $24.2M in compensation recommendations (Consensus)
• Approved $1.9M for student wellness recommendations (Consensus)
• Approved holding RPS Social Workers harmless from truancy plans and attendance trackers (7-1-0-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 70 employees (7-0-1-1)
• Approved salary schedule updates including a safety trainer reclassification and Gaggle report stipends (7-1-0-1)
• Approved revisions to Policy 8-5.4 Administering Medication (7-1-0-1)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0-0-2)

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la ciudad de Richmond y audiencia pública del presupuesto

The Richmond City School Board meeting will include a public hearing for community comments on the fiscal year 2024 budget and a discussion of the board's FY24 budget proposal. Additional agenda items cover board recognitions, administrative updates, and the review of board measures such as the Vatex agreement and medication policy revisions.

• 4.01 Receive public comments on the FY24 budget
• 5.01 Discuss the FY24 budget proposal
• 6.01 Receive first reading of the Vatex agreement
• 7.01 Receive a presentation on safety and protection
• 8.03 Receive second reading and approval of Medication Administration Policy revisions

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee. The committee will approve minutes from previous meetings and then convene a closed session, as allowed under Virginia law, to discuss student disciplinary or admission matters that involve confidential scholastic records.

• Approve minutes from 11 prior meetings dating from October 2021 through January 2023
• Convene closed session under §2.2-3711(A)(2) of the Code of Virginia for student disciplinary/admission matters

The committee reviewed three student disciplinary cases in a closed session. Two recommendations for long-term suspension and expulsion were upheld, while one expulsion was overturned and modified to a suspension.

• Approved minutes of November 17, 2022 and December 15, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Case #1: Upheld recommendation of long term suspension (unanimous)
• Case #3: Upheld recommendation of expulsion (unanimous)
• Case #2: Granted appeal of expulsion and modified to suspension with time served (2-1)

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

The Richmond City School Board will hold a budget work session to discuss the superintendent's proposed FY24 budget. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters such as salaries and appointments.

• Discussion of Superintendent's proposed FY24 budget
• Closed session for personnel matters (salaries, appointments, etc.)

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session - Spanish

The Richmond City School Board will hold a budget work session to discuss the superintendent's proposed budget for fiscal year 2024. The agenda includes a call to order, budget discussion, a closed session for personnel matters, and adjournment.

• Discuss the superintendent's proposed FY24 budget

Richmond City School Board and City Council Joint Meeting

The Richmond City School Board and City Council will hold a joint meeting to hear a presentation on Richmond Public Schools' proposed FY2024 budget from Superintendent Jason Kamras. The agenda also includes an overview of city-funded services for children and families and discussion of future meetings to examine the city budget and shared priorities.

• Superintendent Kamras presents the RPS proposed FY2024 budget (attachments available)
• Overview of city-funded services for children and families supporting RPS engagement
• Discussion of future joint meeting on City of Richmond FY2024 budget and RES. 2019-R009
• Plans for analysis of shared or overlapping priorities and programs between city and schools

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session - Spanish

This is a budget work session of the Richmond City School Board, held in Spanish at MLK Jr. Middle School. The board will discuss the Superintendent's proposed budget for fiscal year 2024. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discuss the Superintendent's proposed budget for FY24

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

The Richmond City School Board holds a budget work session to discuss the Superintendent's proposed FY24 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session. The proposed budget document is available as an attachment.

• Discussion of Superintendent's proposed FY24 budget (full budget book and summary attached)

RPS-LULAC Task Force on the Status of Latino Students and English Learners Meeting

This meeting of the RPS-LULAC Task Force on the Status of Latino Students and English Learners is a procedural session with committee reports, breakout work groups, and discussion. No specific decisions or concrete items are listed on the agenda.

• Call to Order
• Committee Reports
• Break out into work groups
• Discussion on next steps

Richmond City School Board Meeting-Work Session

The Richmond City School Board will hold a work session on January 17, 2023. Key items include receiving the superintendent's FY24 estimate of needs (budget proposal), discussing safety and security protocols, and reviewing the annual comprehensive financial report. The board will also consider first-read revisions to medication policy, action on personnel and the 2023-24 program of studies, and updates on the VDOE corrective action plan and school facilities. A closed session for personnel and student matters is scheduled.

• Receive Superintendent's FY24 budget proposal
• Discuss safety and security protocols
• Receive first read of Policy 8-5.4 Administering Medication revisions
• Receive for action Personnel Actions and 2023-24 Program of Studies
• Update on Virginia Department of Education Memorandum of Understanding and Corrective Action Plan

The Board received the Superintendent's FY24 Estimate of Needs and approved the 2023-24 Program of Studies. Members also voted to let the Finance/Audit Committee lead the senior auditor search and approved various personnel actions.

• Approved minutes of January 2, 2023 meeting (6-0-0-3)
• Approved motion for Finance/Audit Committee and interested Board members to manage senior auditor process (8-0-1-1)
• Approved moving forward with procurement process for legal services (7-1-0-1)
• Approved executing legal services RFP excluding Board participation on evaluation committee (5-3-0-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 78 employees (7-0-1-1)
• Approved 2023-24 Program of Studies (5-2-1-1)

Evaluation Committee Meeting-Updated

This is a routine Evaluation Committee meeting for Richmond City Public Schools. The committee plans to approve minutes from two prior meetings, discuss a school board self-evaluation instrument, and review the process and timeline for the superintendent's formative evaluation and summative report.

• Approve minutes from March 16, 2022 and October 13, 2021 meetings
• Discuss School Board self-evaluation instrument
• Discuss process and timeline for Superintendent’s formative evaluation and summative report

Evaluation Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Evaluation Committee is meeting to discuss the School Board's self-evaluation instrument and the process and timeline for the Superintendent's formative evaluation and summative report. The meeting includes procedural opening and adjournment items.

Policy Committee Meeting

The Policy Committee of Richmond City Public Schools is meeting to review and discuss three policies: administering medication, employee absences/leave, and potential new policies on employee non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements. This is a discussion and review session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Review Policy 8-5.4 Administering Medication
• Discuss Policy 7-7.7 Employee Absences/Leave
• Discuss development of policies for employee non-disclosure and confidentiality agreement clauses

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond School Board Disciplinary Committee will open with roll call and approve minutes from prior meetings, then convene a closed session under Virginia law to discuss student admissions, disciplinary matters, and scholastic records.

• Approve minutes from November 17, 2022 and December 15, 2022 meetings
• Convene closed session pursuant to Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(2) for student discipline and scholastic records

Richmond City School Board Meeting

The Richmond City School Board will hold its first meeting of 2023, electing a chair and vice chair. The board will also receive updates on attendance under the Dreams4RPS plan, collective bargaining agreements with the Richmond Education Association, and progress at George Wythe High School and Fox Elementary School. Other items include setting 2023 meeting dates, appointing a clerk and agent, and first reading of the 2023-24 Program of Studies.

• Election of board chair and vice chair
• Update on Goal 8: Attendance under Dreams4RPS
• Update on collective bargaining with REA for teacher, instructional assistant, care and safety, and student nutrition units
• Update on George Wythe High School and Fox Elementary School
• Receive Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and first read of 2023-24 Program of Studies

The Board elected its leadership for the term and appointed administrative officers. The Board also approved personnel actions and added George Wythe High School to the list of schools to be renamed.

• Elected Stephanie Rizzi as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Elected Cheryl L. Burke as Vice Chairperson (7-2)
• Appointed Patrece S. Richardson as Clerk, Michelle Hudacsko as Agent, and Dr. Shadae Thomas as Deputy Agent (Unanimous)
• Approved December 5, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates and locations (Unanimous)
• Added George Wythe High School to the list of schools to be renamed (7-1-1)
• Approved personnel actions for 75 employees (7-0-0-2)
• Deferred items 7.02, 7.03, and 7.04 to the next meeting (7-1-0-1)