Richland County School District One public meetings in 2020
60 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings:2015-2026
The Board of School Commissioners held a regular meeting to elect new leadership, including Aaron Bishop as Chairman. The Board also approved several contract extensions for technology services and a professional development contract with Clemson University.
- Election of Aaron Bishop as Board Chairman
- Election of Cheryl Harris as Vice Chairman
- Election of Angela Clyburn as Secretary-Treasurer
- Contract award to Clemson University for K-12 literacy professional development
- Contract extensions for Erate data cabling and network hardware services
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including the 2021 Legislative Platform, a revision to the grading and assessment system policy, and a policy on technology resources in instruction. The committee will also receive updates on personnel and consider administrative appointments and hiring.
- 2021 Legislative Platform (Action item)
- Revision to Administrative Rule IKA-R Grading Assessment System (Information)
- Policy IJNDB - Use of Technology Resources in Instruction (Action item)
- Personnel/HR Updates (Information)
- Administrative Appointment (Action item)
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee is meeting virtually to review several action items, including contracts for professional development and network services, as well as the October 2020 financials and the 2021 legislative platform. The committee will also receive information on a proposed revision to the grading assessment system administrative rule. Most items are presented as information items but may require action.
- Contract for professional development for online graduate courses for K-12 literacy
- Contract extension for data cabling parts and installation services (E-rate)
- Contract extension for E-rate eligible network electronics hardware and support
- October 2020 abbreviated monthly financials
- 2021 legislative platform board recommendation
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The Richland County School District One Curriculum and Instruction Committee will meet virtually to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the 2021 Legislative Platform, a revision to the grading and assessment system administrative rule, and a policy on technology use in instruction. The public can watch via livestream.
- 2021 Legislative Platform (Action item)
- Revision to Administrative Rule IKA-R Grading Assessment System (Information)
- Policy IJNDB - Use of Technology Resources in Instruction (Action/Information)
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee is meeting virtually to consider several contracts and contract extensions for software and technology equipment. Items include survey/statistical software, application management software, grant management services, VoIP switches, and laptop headphones. Some items are on the consent agenda for a single motion approval.
- Contract for survey and statistical data software
- Contract extension for application management software solution
- Contract extension for grant management services for Magnet School Assistance Program
- Contract for replacement switches for VoIP
- Contract for laptop headphones and accessories
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The Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) Committee of Richland County School District One is meeting, but the agenda states there are no C&I agenda items. The meeting will be livestreamed for public access per FOIA. This is a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.
- No C&I agenda items listed
- Meeting livestreamed on district website
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee is meeting to discuss personnel and HR updates, and to take action on hiring personnel. The meeting is being livestreamed for public access. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Personnel/HR updates presented by Dr. Long
- Hiring of personnel presented by Dr. Long (action item)
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee will meet virtually to discuss and take action on several contracts and financial items. These include a guaranteed energy savings contract, a capital lease purchase financing agreement, tree maintenance services, and multiple software contract extensions. The committee will also review September 2020 financials and fund balance reallocations.
- Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract for energy savings performance contracting services
- Approval of financing agreement for capital lease purchase
- Contract for tree maintenance services
- MOU with City of Columbia Police Department for School Resource Officers
- September 2020 abbreviated financials
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The Richland County School District One Curriculum and Instruction (C & I) Committee is meeting virtually to consider four action items, including a guaranteed energy savings contract, a capital lease purchase financing agreement, and two fund balance reallocations. These items are listed as information items but require action, indicating the committee will vote on them. The meeting is public via livestream.
- Contract: Energy Savings Performance Contracting Services Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract
- Approval of Financing Agreement for Lease Purchase
- Reallocation of Fund Balance and Close of Capital Project
- Reallocation of Fund Balance
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The Richland County School District One board is holding a work session with a brief agenda. The main item is an information update from the superintendent on the re-opening of schools. The board will also adopt the agenda and adjourn.
- Re-Opening of Schools Update presented by Dr. Witherspoon
- Agenda Adoption presented by Chairman Devine
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The Richland County School District One C&I Committee is holding a virtual meeting with no agenda items listed. The meeting is livestreamed for public access per FOIA, and only information items are noted.
- No C&I agenda items
- Virtual meeting at 11:30 a.m.
- Livestream via district website
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The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting on September 22, 2020, with an executive session at 5:00 PM and a public session at 5:30 PM. The board approved the consent agenda, which included the August 2020 monthly financials and several contract extensions for security, software, and training services. They also approved the hiring of personnel and received informational updates on HR, legal status, and board policies.
- Approved August 2020 Monthly Financials
- Extended contract to Sizemore Security for Security Guard and Support Services for FY 2020-2021
- Extended lease contract to TechXtend, Inc. for Anti-Virus Software Maintenance
- Extended contract to SchoolDude Inc. for Educational Operations Management Software Maintenance and Support
- Extended contract to PBL Works for Professional Development and Staff Training at four magnet program schools
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The agenda states that there will be no C & I Committee meeting on September 14, 2020. The document includes a note regarding public access to livestreams via the district's website and a placeholder for information items, but no specific decisions or discussions are listed.
- C & I Committee meeting cancelled for September 14, 2020
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee will meet virtually to review the August 2020 monthly financials and consider six contract extensions as consent agenda items. The board may approve all items with a single motion, but any member can remove an item for separate discussion. The meeting is livestreamed for public access.
- August 2020 Monthly Financials presented by Mathews-Hazel
- Contract Extension: Security Guard and Support Services
- Contract Extension: Anti-Virus Software Maintenance
- Contract Extension: Educational Operations Management Software Solution Maintenance and Support
- Contract Extension: Professional Development and Staff Training for Instructional Leaders and Classroom Teachers
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee will meet virtually to consider several contract extensions and new contracts, as well as approve FY 2020-2021 budgets for enterprise, internal service, and special revenue funds. Most contract items are on the consent agenda, meaning they may be approved in one motion unless a board member requests removal. The meeting is livestreamed for public access.
- Contract extension for Speech and Language Therapy Services
- Contract extension for Ready Math and Ready Reading Program
- Contract extension for Educational Operations Management Software Solutions
- Contract for Central Service Building HVAC Renovations
- FY 2020-2021 Enterprise Fund and Internal Service Fund
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The Administration Committee met to review information regarding special revenue, enterprise, and internal service funds for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. The committee also reviewed personnel and human resources updates and the hiring of new personnel.
- FY 2020-2021 Special Revenue Projects Budgets presentation
- FY 2020-2021 Enterprise Fund and Internal Service Fund presentation
- Personnel/HR updates
- Hiring of personnel
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The Richland County School District One Curriculum and Instruction Committee is meeting to review two budget items for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. The committee will consider the Enterprise Fund and Internal Service Fund, as well as Special Revenue Projects Budgets, both presented by Carlon. These are listed as information items with an action type, meaning the committee may take action on them.
- FY 2020-2021 Enterprise Fund and Internal Service Fund
- FY 2020-2021 Special Revenue Projects Budgets
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The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting on August 25, 2020, with an executive session at 5:00 PM and a public session at 5:30 PM. The board approved a consent agenda including contract extensions for food services, staffing, software, and professional development, as well as July 2020 financials. They also approved several administrative appointments, a band uniform contract, and a $265,000 capital project reallocation. One administrative appointment motion failed.
- Approved contract extensions for fresh produce (Sen Brothers), bread (Bimbo Bakeries), milk (Borden Dairy), and food items (US Foods)
- Approved contract extensions for temporary staffing (AppleOne, Snelling, Randstad, HireQuest) and Microsoft software license renewal (Dell Marketing)
- Approved band uniform contracts with Fruhauf Uniforms Inc. and DeMoulin
- Approved capital project reduction/reallocation of $265,000
- Approved administrative appointments including Marvin Foster (Hopkins Middle) and Satchel Ford; Marketa Woodard appointment failed
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a reduction and reallocation of capital projects, personnel updates, administrative appointments, and hiring of personnel. The meeting is livestreamed for public access.
- Reduction and reallocation of capital projects (Action item)
- Personnel/HR updates (Information item)
- Three administrative appointments (Action items)
- Hiring of personnel (Action item)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings:2015-2026
The Richland One School District's Finance and Facilities Committee will meet virtually to consider a series of contract extensions and new contracts, including fresh produce, bread, milk, perishable and non-perishable food items, temporary staffing, Microsoft software licenses, band uniforms, virtual Montessori curriculum, professional development, Edgenuity/Pathblazer, City Year mentoring, COVID-19 emergency purchases, and debt collection services. The committee will also review July 2020 financials and a capital project reduction/reallocation. Most items are on the consent agenda for a single vote, but any board member can pull an item for separate discussion.
- Contract extensions for fresh produce, bread, milk, and other food items
- Contract extension for Microsoft software licenses
- New contract for band uniforms for district high schools
- New contract for virtual Montessori curriculum
- COVID-19 emergency purchases contract
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The C & I Committee is meeting to discuss a single action item: the reduction and reallocation of capital project funds, as presented by Carlon. The meeting will be livestreamed for public access per FOIA.
- Reduction and Reallocation of Capital Project (Action item, presented by Carlon)
- Public access to meeting via livestream on district website
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The Richland County School District One board held a regular meeting, approving consent agenda items including contract extensions, personnel appointments, a sexual harassment policy, and modifications to the 2020-2021 academic calendar. The meeting included an executive session and public session, with all votes passing unanimously.
- Contract extension with Coca-Cola Bottling Company for vended and non-vended beverage services
- Contract extension with SC Department of Education for ultra low sulfur diesel fuel for bus fleet
- Contract extensions for janitorial supplies, equipment, training, and services to fourteen companies
- Second reading approval of Policy GBAA on sexual harassment and retaliation (staff)
- Approval of modifications to the 2020-2021 academic calendar
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and act on several items. They will review Board Policy GBAA, GBAA-R, and its form, receive updates on personnel and human resources, and take action on multiple administrative appointments and the hiring of personnel. The meeting is being livestreamed for public access.
- Review of Board Policy GBAA, GBAA-R and Form
- Personnel/HR updates presented by Dr. Long
- Three administrative appointments (action items)
- Hiring of personnel (action item)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings:2015-2026
The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee is meeting virtually to consider consent agenda items, including contract extensions for vended and non-vended beverage services, ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel for the bus fleet, and janitorial supplies and services. The board will also review Board Policy GBAA, GBAA-R, and its form. The meeting is open to the public via livestream.
- Contract extension: Vended and Non-Vended Beverage Services
- Contract extension: Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel for Bus Fleet
- Contract extension: Janitorial Supplies, Equipment, Training and Services
- Board Policy GBAA, GBAA-R and Form
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The Richland County School District One Curriculum and Instruction Committee is meeting to discuss information items, including Board Policy GBAA, its regulation GBAA-R, and associated forms. The meeting is open to the public via livestream. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Review of Board Policy GBAA, GBAA-R, and related form
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The Richland County School District One board held a called meeting with an executive session, then in public session approved the agenda and an employee request for a hearing. The superintendent presented the final plan for opening schools in 2020 as an information item. The meeting adjourned after these items.
- Employee Request for Hearing (Action Item 6.01) approved
- Opening of Schools 2020 Final Plan presented by Dr. Witherspoon (information only)
- Agenda adopted unanimously
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a proposed budget transfer for FY2021, third-party benefits management solutions, and a Title IX policy update. The agenda also includes multiple personnel actions, such as administrative appointments and hiring, which are listed as action items.
- Proposed Budget Transfer for FY 2021 (Action)
- Third Party Benefits Management Solutions (Action/Information)
- Title IX Policy update (Action)
- Nine administrative appointments (Action)
- Hiring of personnel (Action)
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The C & I Committee is meeting to discuss two action items: a proposed budget transfer for FY 2021 and a Title IX policy. The meeting is open to the public via the district's website. An executive session is also listed on the agenda.
- Proposed Budget Transfer for FY 2021
- Title IX Policy
- Executive Session Items
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The Richland County School District One board held a work session with a public session streamed online. The board approved its agenda and received informational updates from Superintendent Dr. Witherspoon on opening schools and social justice. No votes were taken on the updates.
- Approval of meeting agenda (motion passed unanimously)
- Opening of Schools Update presented by Dr. Witherspoon
- Social Justice update presented by Dr. Witherspoon
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The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting on June 23, 2020, starting with an executive session and then a public session. The board voted on a consent agenda that included approval of May 2020 financials, multiple contract extensions for services like insurance, copier equipment, educational software, and legal services, as well as personnel actions such as suspensions and administrative appointments. The consent agenda passed with six yeas and one abstention, with Chairman Devine recusing himself from consent items.
- Approved May 2020 financials
- Extended contract with SC School Boards Insurance Trust for workers' compensation and property casualty insurance (July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021)
- Extended contracts for educational software: Discovery Education, DreamBox Learning, Flocabulary, MasteryConnect, and BrightBytes early warning software
- Extended contract with Columbia Area Mental Health Center for on-site mental health professionals
- Extended contracts for legal services to thirteen firms and audit services with Mauldin & Jenkins
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The Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and act on personnel matters, including HR updates, an employee suspension, administrative appointments, and hiring. The agenda consists of executive items, with most requiring action.
- Personnel/HR updates presented by Dr. Long
- Employee suspension without pay (action item)
- Three administrative appointments (action items)
- Hiring of personnel (action item)
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee will consider a consent agenda with 13 contract extensions for services like insurance, copier leases, educational software, and legal services, plus new contracts for banking, May 2020 financials, and property matters. The committee is also scheduled to enter an executive session.
- Contract extension for workers compensation and property casualty insurance
- Contract extension for high-speed copier lease and printing services
- Contract extension for Communities in Schools partnership
- New contract for banking services
- Deed to water lines at Dreher High School for athletic field improvements
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The Richland County School District One board held a work session on June 10, 2020, at Heyward Career and Technology Center. They approved the agenda and received informational updates from various departments, including facility services, building services, athletics, nutrition, budget, student support, and teaching and learning. No formal decisions were made beyond the agenda approval.
- Approved meeting agenda (motion by Lila Anna Sauls, second by Cheryl Harris)
- Facility Services Update presented by Perkins
- Building Services Update presented by Henry
- Athletics Update presented by Matz
- Nutrition Services and Budget Services Updates presented by Mathews-Hazel
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The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting on June 9, 2020, approving consent agenda items including contract extensions for dental services, athletic insurance, grease trap pumping, and waste management. The board also approved contracts for custodial equipment, book orders, and modular classrooms, as well as administrative appointments and personnel hires. A legal status report was approved with a split vote, and the board adopted the 2020-2021 meeting schedule.
- Contract extensions approved for Dental Access Carolina, Team Assure, KW Environmental, and Waste Management of South Carolina
- Contract awarded to Home Depot Pro for custodial equipment and supplies
- Administrative appointments: Dr. Cedric Wright as Principal of Alcorn Middle, and Sharonda Dial
- Legal status report approved (employee L.B.) with 5 yea, 2 nay votes
- 2020-2021 school board meeting schedule approved
BoardDocs Imported Meetings:2015-2026
The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee met on June 1, 2020, and received information on several contract extensions and new contracts, as well as a staff leave policy update. No formal action was taken on any item; all were presented for information only.
- Contract extension for school-based comprehensive dental services
- Contract extension for student athletic accident/injury insurance
- Contract extension for grease trap and container pumping services
- Contract extension for solid waste storage, collection, and disposal services
- Board policy GCC/GDC on staff leaves and absences, including COVID-19 associated leave
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The Administration Committee met to review a proposed board policy on staff leaves and absences, including COVID-19-related leave for professional and support staff. No action was taken on this information item. The committee also moved into executive session to discuss personnel updates, administrative appointments, and hiring, but no details were disclosed.
- Board Policy GCC/GDC on staff leaves and absences presented by Dr. Long
- COVID-19 associated leave administrative rules for professional and support staff
- Executive session for personnel/HR updates, administrative appointments, and hiring
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The Curriculum and Instruction Committee met to review two items: a proposed policy on staff leaves and absences, including COVID-19-related leave rules, and a contract for secondary school book orders funded by Title One. Both were presented as information items, and no formal action was taken. The meeting also included an executive session.
- Board Policy GCC/GDC on staff leaves and absences, with COVID-19 leave administrative rules
- Contract for secondary schools book order (Title One) presented by Outing
- Executive session held
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The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting on May 26, 2020, with an executive session at noon and a public session at 12:30 PM. The board approved the agenda, consent agenda items, several contracts, administrative appointments, a leave of absence, personnel hiring, and SCSBA nominations. All votes passed, with Commissioner Lila Anna Sauls absent from some votes.
- Approved contract extension with Frontline Education for Enrich RTI software
- Awarded contract to Scholastic Inc. for summer reading books
- Awarded contract to Smarter Systems for SmartBoard/projector maintenance
- Approved six administrative appointments and hiring of personnel
- Nominated Commissioner Devine for SCSBA President Elect
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The Administration Committee met and voted 2-0 to enter executive session for personnel matters. Items discussed included HR updates, administrative appointments, a leave of absence, and hiring of personnel, all presented by Dr. Long. The meeting adjourned at 8:53 a.m.
- Vote 2-0 to enter executive session
- Personnel/HR updates (information)
- Six administrative appointments (action)
- Leave of absence (action)
- Hiring of personnel (action)
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The Richland County School District One Board will hold a regular meeting with an executive session at noon and a public session at 12:30 PM. Action items include a voluntary desegregation plan, personnel hires, leaves of absence, and several contract extensions. The board will also consider the FY 2020 capital projects list and adopt the consent agenda.
- Voluntary Desegregation Plan (Action Item 9.01)
- Hiring of Personnel (Action Item 8.03)
- Leave of Absence (Action Item 8.02)
- Contract Extension: E-rate Consultant Services (Consent Agenda)
- FY 2020 Capital Projects (Action Item 7.02)
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee met on May 4, 2020, to receive information on several contract extensions and a new contract, as well as an update on FY 2020 capital projects. No action was taken on any of these items. The committee also discussed a voluntary desegregation plan in executive session before adjourning.
- Contract extension for E-rate consultant services
- Contract extension for financial advisor services
- Contract extension for comprehensive background screening services
- New contract to provide certified athletic trainers
- FY 2020 capital projects update (May bonds)
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The C&I Committee met on May 4, 2020, to review FY 2020 Capital Projects, for which no action was taken. The committee also listed a Voluntary Desegregation Plan for executive session, but the meeting was concluded without any discussion of that item after a dispute over the legal basis for the session type.
- FY 2020 Capital Projects presented by Carlon (no action taken)
- Voluntary Desegregation Plan presented by Dr. Turner and Dr. Coleman (not discussed)
- Meeting adjourned at 11:50 a.m.
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The Richland County School District One board met on April 28, 2020, and approved several financial and personnel actions. The board approved issuing up to $21 million in new bonds and refunding up to $152 million in existing bonds, as well as a contract with Dell for laptop computers. They also approved contract renewals for teachers and administrators, several administrative appointments, and the hiring of personnel for the 2020-2021 school year. The meeting included an executive session and a public session held via audio livestream.
- Approved issuance of General Obligation Bonds Series 2020A up to $21 million and refunding of Series 2020B up to $152 million
- Approved contract with Dell, Inc. for laptop computers
- Approved contract renewals for 2020-2021 school year for certified teachers and administrators
- Approved resolution to suspend a teaching credential (one board member voted no)
- Approved four administrative appointments and hiring of personnel
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee met and received information on three items: refunding and issuing general obligation bonds, March 2020 abbreviated financials, and a Dell laptop computer contract. No action was taken on these items. The committee also moved into executive session to discuss contract renewals and non-renewals for the 2020-2021 school year.
- Approval of Refunding of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020B and Issuance of General Bond Obligation, Series 2020A
- March 2020 Abbreviated Financials
- Contract: Dell Laptop Computers
- Executive session on contract renewals and non-renewals for 2020-2021
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The Administration Committee received information on refunding General Obligation Bonds Series 2020B and issuing Series 2020A bonds, but took no action. The committee then voted to enter executive session to discuss personnel updates, contract renewals, a teaching credential suspension, and several administrative appointments.
- Information presented on refunding General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020B and issuance of Series 2020A; no action taken
- Motion to enter executive session passed 2-0
- Executive session items: personnel/HR updates, contract renewals and non-renewals for 2020-2021, resolution to suspend teaching credential, four administrative appointments, hiring of personnel
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The C & I Committee met to receive information regarding the refunding of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020B and the issuance of Series 2020A. The committee also entered executive session to discuss contract renewals and non-renewals for the 2020-2021 school year.
- Information presentation on refunding General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020B
- Information presentation on issuance of General Bond Obligation, Series 2020A
- Executive session discussion regarding 2020-2021 school year contract renewals and non-renewals
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The Richland County School District One board met on March 24, 2020, and approved several actions, including a temporary policy allowing members to call into open sessions during the COVID-19 pandemic and a suspension of public participation rules. The board also approved a consent agenda covering financials and contract extensions, plus separate contracts for summer reading books, specialized student transportation, and a construction manager for the Carver-Lyon Elementary School addition.
- Approved temporary modification of Policy BE to allow board members to call into open sessions during COVID-19 pandemic
- Approved suspension of Policy BEDH on public participation
- Approved February 2020 financials and contract extensions for diesel fuel, gasoline, pest control, web communication, and IT temp services
- Awarded contract to Contract Construction Inc. for Carver-Lyon Elementary School Addition
- Approved contract for Scholastic Summer Reading Books and specialized student transportation services
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee met on March 17, 2020, to review personnel updates and take action on specific HR matters. The agenda includes a resolution to suspend a teaching credential and two administrative appointments. Additionally, the committee is scheduled to vote on the hiring of personnel.
- Resolution to Suspend Teaching Credential
- Administrative Appointment (Item 2.3)
- Administrative Appointment (Item 2.4)
- Hiring of Personnel
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The Curriculum and Instruction Committee is meeting to discuss two action items: instructional materials recommendations and a contract with Scholastic for summer reading books. The agenda also includes an executive session, but no details are provided.
- Instructional materials recommendations presented by Dr. Fields
- Contract with Scholastic for summer reading books presented by Outing
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee is meeting to review the February 2020 financial report and consider several contracts and contract extensions, including for summer reading books, specialized student transportation, fuel, pest control, web communication, IT temp staffing, and construction management for an elementary school addition. All items are listed as information items with action type, meaning they are presented for discussion and potential action.
- February 2020 financials presented by Mathews-Hazel
- Contract: Scholastic Summer Reading Books
- Contract: Specialized Student Transportation
- Contract Extension: Purchase of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel
- Contract: Construction Manager At-Risk Services - Carver-Lyon Elementary School Addition
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The Richland County School District One board held an emergency called meeting on March 15, 2020, to discuss student safety and security regarding the coronavirus. The board approved the agenda and received an information presentation from Dr. Witherspoon on the topic. No formal action was taken on the coronavirus matter.
- Executive session held at 2:00 PM
- Information item: Student Safety and Security regarding Coronavirus presented by Dr. Witherspoon
- Agenda adopted by unanimous vote (6 yea, 1 not present)
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee met briefly on March 2, 2020, and heard three information items: a grant writer service contract, a WIN Career Readiness paper-based assessment contract, and a fund balance reallocation. No action was taken on any item, and none was required. The meeting was called to order and adjourned within 10 minutes.
- Contract: Grant Writer Service presented by Outing — information only, no action
- Contract: WIN Career Readiness Paper Base Assessment presented by Outing — information only, no action
- Fund Balance Reallocation presented by Carlon — information only, no action
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The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting on February 25, 2020, at Keenan High School. They approved several action items, including a budget transfer for a special election, the 2020-2021 academic calendar, contracts for professional development and classroom furniture, and personnel actions. The board also discussed legal matters and received reports on finances and operations.
- Approved transfer of FY 2019-2020 funds to pay for Richland County School Board Special Election
- Approved second reading of 2020-2021 academic calendar
- Awarded contract to Franklin Covey Client Sales, Inc. for professional development
- Awarded contract to Nu-Idea for classroom furniture
- Approved administrative appointment of Gregory Pickett as Assistant Principal of Alcorn Middle
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee met on February 18, 2020, and moved into executive session to discuss personnel and administrative items. The agenda lists information and action items, including personnel updates, an administrative appointment, two resolutions to suspend teaching credentials, and hiring of personnel, all presented by Dr. Long. No public votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda text.
- Personnel/HR updates presented by Dr. Long (information item)
- Administrative appointment presented by Dr. Long (action item)
- Resolution to suspend teaching credential (action item, item 2.3)
- Resolution to suspend teaching credential (action item, item 2.4)
- Hiring of personnel presented by Dr. Long (action item)
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The Richland County School District One C & I Committee met on February 17, 2020, to discuss an information item regarding a contract for professional development for teachers and students, presented by Outing. No action was taken on this item. The agenda also included an executive session item, but no details were provided.
- Contract for professional development for teachers and students (presented by Outing, no action taken)
- Executive session item (details not specified)
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The Richland County School District One Finance and Facilities Committee is meeting to review four action items: a contract for the Freedom School Summer Program, a contract extension for fire extinguisher inspection and maintenance, a repaving project for Millwood Avenue with the City of Columbia and SCDOT, and the first reading of the 2020-2021 academic calendar. All items are listed as information/action items, meaning they are being presented for discussion and potential action.
- Contract: Freedom School Summer Program
- Contract Extension: Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Maintenance Services
- City of Columbia and SCDOT Repaving Project for Millwood Avenue
- First Reading Approval of the 2020-2021 Academic Calendar
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The Richland County School District One Administration Committee met on February 4, 2020, to discuss and take action on several items. The main item was the first reading of the 2020-2021 academic calendar, presented by Dr. Long. The committee also discussed personnel and HR updates and hiring of personnel in executive session. The meeting was brief, lasting from 8:00 to 8:25 a.m.
- First reading of the 2020-2021 academic calendar (action item)
- Personnel/HR updates presented by Dr. Long (information item)
- Hiring of personnel presented by Dr. Long (action item)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings:2015-2026
The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting, approving a consent agenda that included December 2019 financials and contract extensions for grant management and nursing software. They also approved a contract for staff training and professional development, a resolution to suspend a teaching credential, and an administrative appointment. The board tabled a discussion on 2019-2020 goals until the next meeting.
- Approved December 2019 financials
- Extended contract with The Evaluation Group, Inc. for Magnet School Assistance Program grant management
- Extended contract with Frontline Education for nursing professional software for FY 2019-2020
- Awarded contract to Center for Teaching Quality, Inc. for staff training and professional development
- Approved resolution to suspend a teaching credential and an administrative appointment
BoardDocs Imported Meetings:2015-2026
The Richland County School District One Finance & Facilities Committee met on January 21, 2020, to review the December 2019 financials. The committee also reviewed a contract for staff training and professional development. Additionally, the committee approved consent agenda items for contract extensions for grant management services and nursing software.
- Review of December 2019 Financials
- Contract for Staff Training and Professional Development
- Contract Extension for Grant Management Services for Magnet School Assistance Program
- Contract Extension for Frontline Professional Software for Nursing Inc.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings:2015-2026
The Richland County School District One Board held a regular meeting on January 14, 2020, with an executive session followed by a public session. The board approved several action items, including contracts for equipment repair and maintenance, on-site mental health professionals, and personnel actions. The agenda also included information items on budget preparation and board reports.
- Approved contract to Troubleshooter AC and Refrigeration Company for refrigerated and non-refrigerated equipment repair and maintenance services.
- Approved contract to Columbia Area Mental Health Center for school-based mental health services at designated schools.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes from December 10, 2019, and contract extension for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software solution.
- Approved employee suspension without pay and hiring of personnel.
- Received FY 2020-2021 budget information and budget preparation calendar.