Savannah Chatham County Public School System public meetings in 2020
31 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Audit Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, and to receive reports on audits of the Islands High School athletic campus (ESPLOST-funded), school social workers, and an updated action plan on student discipline practices. They will also discuss proposed 2021 meeting dates and a replacement for a committee member whose term expires at the end of 2020.
- ESPLOST audit of Islands High School Athletic Campus
- Audit of School Social Workers
- Updated Action Plan from Academic Affairs for Audit of Student Discipline Practices
- 2021 Proposed Audit Committee Dates
- Discussion of Replacement for Geoffrey Alls (committee term expires at the end of 2020)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education met to review district operations during COVID-19, adopt 2021 legislative priorities, and approve a one-year accountability plan. The board also approved a consent agenda covering personnel actions and budget transfers, and discussed grading system changes and a discipline audit.
- Adopted 2021 Legislative Priorities
- Approved District Accountability System Return to Learn Navigation Plan 2020-21
- Reviewed COVID-19 transmission rate and district operational update
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, appointments, and salary adjustments
- Discussed management action plan for audit of student discipline practices
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting to receive reports on district operations. The session included discussions regarding the 2021-2022 Choice Programs Plan and updates on pupil transportation and meal services.
- Choice Programs Plan for SY 2021-2022
- Pupil Transportation and Meal Services operational update
- October 2020 monthly financial report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held a special called meeting to review in-person learning models and vote on a recommendation for the second semester. The board approved a resolution to continue the Phase III Hybrid-Expanded Learning Model, with virtual learning remaining an option for families. The decision was made with a 6-3 vote, with three members voting against.
- Approved second semester learning model: Phase III Hybrid-Expanded, with in-person instruction starting January 11, 2021, subject to COVID transmission thresholds.
- Expanded in-person options under 3-Day/2-Day Rotation with Learning Partner Model, contingent on COVID transmission review by February 3, 2021.
- Waitlist students to receive in-person learning as teachers return by January 4, 2021.
- Virtual learning remains an option for the rest of the school year.
- Agenda included deletion of JDDA - Assignment to Alternative Programs and Georgia Power Easement at Jenkins High School.
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting to discuss ESPLOST IV planning. The session also included reviews of financial reports for several charter schools and the September 2020 monthly financial statements.
- ESPLOST IV planning discussion
- Financial reports for Coastal Empire Montessori Charter, Oglethorpe Charter School, Savannah Classical Academy, Susie King Taylor Community School, and Tybee Island Charter School
- Review of September 2020 monthly financial statements
- Discussion regarding postsecondary accelerated options
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County school board is holding an informal workshop to discuss the ESPLOST IV construction program. Topics include the program timeline, enrollment projections, facility assessments, proposed projects, and revenue projections. This is a discussion and information session, not a voting meeting.
- ESPLOST IV construction program timeline
- Guidelines for educational facility site selection
- Guidelines for square footage requirements for educational facilities
- Facility assessment and proposed projects list
- Revenue projections for ESPLOST IV
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board is holding a workshop to discuss and receive information on reopening schools for in-person learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics include phased reentry, safety precautions, staffing, budget implications, and alternative instructional options. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information.
- Phased reentry plan for in-person learning (Phase II, III, IV)
- Alternate instructional options: Twilight School, E-Learning Academy, devices and internet access
- Safety precautions: PPE, screening, hygiene, access control, student behavior management
- Staffing needs: CARES Act, FMLA, vacancies, substitutes, staff comfort levels
- Budget implications for personnel and operations
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is holding a regular meeting to discuss the district's school opening report and several administrative regulations, including dual enrollment, valedictorian/salutatorian, lay-offs, employee leaves, and grading systems. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes personnel actions and contract awards for services such as energy conservation, water treatment, retirement plans, and system maintenance.
- Award of RFP C21-03 Energy Conservation Services to Georgia Power at zero cost for initial audit phase
- Award of Bid 21-04 Water Treatment Services to Premier Water & Energy Technology, Inc. for $121,212.00 annually
- Renewal of CGI - AFIN Maintenance and Support Agreement for $438,842.00 over two years
- Discussion of Policy IDCH and Administrative Regulation IDCH-R on Dual Enrollment
- Discussion of Administrative Regulation GBKA-R on Professional Personnel Lay-Off
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board convened an executive session on September 9, 2020, at the Whitney Administrative Complex. The sole agenda item was the discussion of student matters, which is designated as confidential information. No public decisions or votes were recorded in this agenda text.
- Executive session held at 12:30 PM at Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
- Agenda item 1.01: Student Matters (Information type)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is holding a Fair Dismissal Hearing via videoconference. The board will make a decision on the dismissal and then adjourn. The agenda provides no details about the employee or the reasons for the dismissal.
- Fair Dismissal Act Hearing (Board Decision)
- Adjournment
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting via videoconference. The agenda includes a public hearing on the FY21 budget, updates on the SY 2020-2021 reopening plan for special education, ESOL, and gifted students, a student attendance update, and a parent guidance document. The board will also review monthly financial statements and hold a peer-to-peer discussion before adjourning.
- FY21 Budget Public Hearing
- SY 2020-2021 Reopening Plan Update: Services for Students with Disabilities, ESOL, and Gifted
- Student Attendance Update
- Parent Guidance Document
- Monthly Financial Statements (June 2020)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to discuss student matters. The agenda contains only this single item, which is listed as information, and no decisions or public discussion are scheduled.
- Executive session on student matters
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education met via videoconference on August 12, 2020, and took action on several policy and operational items. They approved the purchase of student devices (iPads) for PK-2nd grade students, suspended local graduation requirements and grading system rules for the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years, and adopted a real estate purchase agreement. The board also failed to adopt a policy on assignment to alternative programs.
- Approved purchase of student devices (iPads) for PK-2nd grade students
- Suspended local graduation requirements (Policy IHF) for 2020-2022
- Suspended local grading system requirements (Policy IHA) for 2020-2021
- Adopted real estate purchase agreement (Rockingham Farms)
- Failed to adopt Policy JDDA on assignment to alternative programs
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held a special workshop to review details regarding the district's virtual learning plan. The session included discussions on staff readiness, technology updates, and training for the upcoming school year.
- Review of August 19, 2020 Virtual Learning Plan
- Staff readiness and human resources preparation
- Technology update presentation
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is holding a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2021 recommended budget. The hearing will be conducted by videoconference due to the public health emergency, with limited in-person access. The board will receive oral comments from citizens and employees about the proposed budget.
- Public hearing on FY 2021 recommended budget
- Hearing held by videoconference due to public health emergency
- In-person comments allowed with controlled access per CDC guidance
- Presentation by Mrs. Paige Cooley on the FY 2021 budget
- Public comments accepted by calling 395-5534 or emailing the Board Office
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Capital Improvement Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is meeting to discuss ESPLOST revenues and budget, receive updates on capital projects and maintenance, and hear operations presentations. The committee will also vote on approving previous meeting minutes and the current agenda.
- ESPLOST revenues and budget report by Mr. Larry Jackson
- Capital projects update by Mrs. Elizabeth Epstein
- Maintenance and operations update by Mr. Ashok Batra
- Approval of September 17, 2019 and November 19, 2019 minutes
- Approval of July 22, 2020 agenda
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will hold an informal meeting via videoconference to discuss the SY 2020-2021 Reopening Plan and a Family Readiness Survey. The meeting is for information and discussion, with no formal votes except adjournment.
- Discussion of SY 2020-2021 Reopening Plan
- Family Readiness Survey (final draft) presented
- Peer-to-peer board discussion
- Adjournment action
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System is holding the third public hearing on a proposed millage rate increase. The meeting includes a presentation by Mrs. Paige Cooley and public speakers. This is a public hearing, so no final decision is being made at this meeting.
- Public Hearing #3 on proposed millage rate increase
- Presentation by Mrs. Paige Cooley
- Speakers: Ms. Helen Lynah Stone and Mr. Jim Bullock
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held a special meeting to adopt the millage rate and approve several contracts. The board approved the consent agenda, including retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, and salary adjustments. They also approved a $3,012,703 contract with Georgia School Boards Association Risk Management Services and awarded a five-year contract for a cloud-based learning management system to itsLearning, Inc.
- Approved contract extension with Truist (formerly SunTrust Bank) for banking services through June 30, 2021, with estimated net earnings of $6,155.20
- Approved $3,012,703 contract with Georgia School Boards Association Risk Management Services for July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021
- Awarded RFP 20-60 Cloud-Based Learning Management System to itsLearning, Inc. for a five-year contract
- Adopted the final recommended tax millage levy for Calendar Year 2020 (Fiscal Year 2021)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is holding the first public hearing on a proposed millage rate increase. The hearing will be conducted via video conferencing and includes a presentation by Mrs. Paige Cooley. Two speakers are scheduled to address the board.
- Public hearing on proposed millage rate increase
- Presentation by Mrs. Paige Cooley
- Speakers: Ms. Helen Lynah Stone and Mr. Jim Bullock
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held an informal meeting via videoconference to discuss reopening schools for the 2020-2021 school year. Topics included virtual learning options, instructional platforms, staffing, and communications. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and ended with adjournment.
- Virtual Learning Options for 2020-2021 - Academic Affairs
- Instructional Platforms: Data & Accountability
- Staffing: Human Resources
- Communications: Public Affairs
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County school board is holding a workshop via videoconference to discuss two main topics: an update on the ESPLOST program and plans for reopening schools. The reopening discussion includes presentations on campus police, reopening options, school nutrition, and transportation. No votes are scheduled; this is an information and discussion session.
- ESPLOST program update presentation by Mrs. Miller-Kaigler
- Reopening school discussion with presentations on campus police, reopening options, school nutrition, and transportation
- Thought Exchange presentation by Dr. Levett on reopening schools
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education met via videoconference on May 6, 2020, to approve a consent agenda that included a midterm budget amendment (Fund 100) and Georgia Power LED lighting agreements, which were moved from the consent agenda to Goal 5 for discussion. The board also accepted an external program evaluation of alternative education programs and management's response, and proclaimed School Nurses Week and Teacher Appreciation Week.
- Budget Amendment Midterm Adjustment (Fund 100) moved to Goal 5
- Georgia Power LED Lighting Agreements moved to Goal 5
- Workers' Compensation Settlement Claims 2019-111007, 2019-059175, 2019-086360
- External Program Evaluation of Alternative Education Programs accepted
- Proclamations for School Nurses Week and Teacher Appreciation Week
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding a public meeting solely to enter executive session. The board will discuss personnel matters, real estate, confidential student matters, and attorney-client advice on pending claims. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.
- Motion to close meeting and enter executive session
- Discussion of personnel matters as provided by law
- Discussion of real estate matters
- Discussion of student matters required to be confidential
- Attorney-client advice regarding pending claims
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This April 8, 2020 meeting was called only to move into executive session for confidential discussions on personnel, real estate, student matters, and attorney-client advice. The board voted unanimously to close the meeting and then adjourned; no other business was conducted.
- Motion to close meeting and enter executive session (passed unanimously)
- Motion to adjourn (passed unanimously)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County school board met via videoconference and approved several COVID-19-related measures, including suspending local graduation and promotion requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. The board also approved a new bell schedule for the 2020-2021 school year and supported GSBA legislative positions with an edit on the State School Superintendent election. The agenda was amended to add a promotion/retention policy suspension item, and one item was deleted and another pulled.
- Approved suspension of local graduation requirements (Policy IHF) for 2019-2020 due to COVID-19
- Approved suspension of local promotion/retention requirements (Policy IHE) for remainder of 2019-2020
- Approved new bell schedule for 2020-2021 school year
- Supported GSBA 2020 Legislative Positions with edit on State School Superintendent election
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, appointments, and salary adjustments
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting to review information and reports. The agenda included updates on digital learning, annual reports from three charter schools, and monthly financial statements. No binding votes or new ordinances were scheduled on this agenda.
- Review of annual reports for Coastal Empire Montessori, Oglethorpe, and Susie King Taylor charter schools
- Presentation of January 2020 monthly financial statements by Mr. Larry Jackson
- Quarterly Change Order Report presented by Mr. Darrell Boazman and Ms. Elizabeth Epstein
- Discussion on Digital Convergence presented by Mr. Dave Feliciano
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Audit Committee will meet to review the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Single Audit Report, and auditor's discussion for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2019. They will also discuss a program evaluation of alternative education programs, proposed revisions to the Audit Committee Charter and expenditure policies, and an internal audit status report. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no major decisions expected beyond routine approvals.
- Review of FY2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and Single Audit Report
- Discussion of Auditor's Discussion and Analysis and management's response
- Report on alternative education programs and management's response
- Review of revisions to Audit Committee Charter and Policy DJ/Admin Reg DJ-R on expenditure of funds
- Internal audit status report as of February 7, 2020
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Academic Excellence Committee met to approve its agenda and previous minutes. The body discussed a presentation on the District Writing Plan and a report from Gould Elementary School. No new ordinances, contracts, or budget changes were decided.
- Presentation on the District Writing Plan by Directors of School Improvement
- School Report presentation from Gould Elementary School by Mr. Roszkowiak
- Approval of minutes from September 12, 2019, and November 14, 2019
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held its regular meeting on February 5, 2020, approving the agenda with two amendments, including a budget transfer for Islands High School Athletic Complex and an EEOC resolution. The board approved the 2021-2022 academic calendar and a consent agenda that included a $1,000,616 title grant consolidation, a $200,000 School Improvement Grant addition, and various personnel actions. The meeting also included informational reports on legislative updates, AdvancED progress, and policy discussions on transfers and testing.
- Approved SY 2021-2022 academic school year calendar
- Approved $1,000,616 budget amendment for Title Grant Consolidation (Fund 400-407)
- Approved $200,000 budget ratification for School Improvement Grant (Fund 470)
- Approved budget transfer for ESPLOST I Beach HS Replacement Project closure
- Added item 14.04: Budget Transfer - ESPLOST II (Fund 311) Islands High School Athletic Complex
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This is an informal meeting of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education, focused on information and discussion rather than formal votes. The board will receive reports on human resources (including a mid-year personnel analysis), a professional development school partnership update, and the FY 2021 budget process. The only action item is adjournment.
- Report on 2018-2019 District MYSPA (Mid-Year School Personnel Analysis)
- Professional Development School Partnership update
- FY 2021 Budget Process report
- Peer-to-peer board discussion