Duval County Public Schools public meetings in 2022

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to discuss various board policies. These reviews cover topics including instructional materials, student rights, and school safety protocols.

• Review of Board Policy 4.20 regarding instructional materials
• Review of student rights, detention, search, and seizure policies
• Review of school safety monitoring and threat assessment policies
• Review of policies for students with disabilities regarding restraint and seclusion
• Review of professional ethics policy (6.80)

The Policy Handbook Review Committee discussed updates to 11 board policies regarding instructional materials, student rights, and school safety. No substantive policy changes were voted on or decided during the meeting.

• Approved participation of Board Member Charlotte D. Joyce via interactive video/telephone (5-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board convened a special meeting to conduct a student expulsion hearing. The session focused on case Hearing Office #2223-003 T.S.

• Expulsion hearing for student T.S. (Hearing Office #2223-003)

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions on governance, safety and security, and an update on administrative relocation. The meeting also features a partner spotlight for Lift Jax.

• Lift Jax partner spotlight
• Administrative relocation update
• Governance discussion
• Safety and security discussion

The Board held a workshop to review presentations on Lift Jax and the acquisition of a new administrative building. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board

This meeting is a procedural session to review the draft agenda for the January 9, 2023, meeting. No other substantive items are listed for discussion.

• Review of draft agenda for January 9, 2023

The board held an Agenda Committee meeting to discuss various items for a future agenda. No substantive votes or final decisions were recorded in these minutes.

School Board

The School Board will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2022/2023–2027/2028 Facilities Five Year Work Program. The meeting also includes reviews of financial statements, budget resolutions, and various school maintenance contracts.

• Public hearing and vote for the five-year facilities work program
• Settlement with Fraternal Order of Police, Jacksonville Consolidated Lodge No. 5-30
• Design services selection for renovations at Westside Middle and Loretto Elementary schools
• Real estate agreement amendment for property near Biltmore Elementary School
• Sale of surplus real property at 11231 Philips Industrial Blvd

The Board approved supplemental health education materials for reproductive health and disease prevention for the 2022-2023 school year. The Board also adopted the Five-Year District Facilities Work Program and approved a comprehensive consent agenda including various service contracts and financial statements.

• Approved supplemental reproductive health and disease prevention materials (5-2)
• Adopted the School District Facilities Five Year Work Program 2022/2023 - 2027/2028 (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Edmentum agreement and nursing services (7-0)
• Approved December 6, 2022 agenda with specific changes (7-0)
• Approved board minutes from November 1, 8, 9, 15, and 22, 2022 (7-0)

School Board

This board workshop is scheduled to discuss ethics training. The agenda contains no other items for discussion.

• Ethics training

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools School Board will hold its annual organizational meeting to swear in members and elect a chairman and vice-chairman. The board will also establish the schedule for regular meetings and discuss board member travel.

• Swearing-in ceremony
• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice-Chairman
• Establishment of regular meeting schedule
• Discussion on board member travel

The Board held its Annual Organizational Meeting to swear in members and elect leadership for 2022-2023. The Board established a regular meeting schedule and approved official travel for one member.

• Approved November 22, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Elected Dr. Kelly Coker as Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Cindy Pearson as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
• Established regular meetings for the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. (7-0)
• Approved official travel for member Carney to Tampa, Fl. from Nov 28 - Dec 2, 2022 (7-0)

School Board

This special meeting is focused on the Duval County School Board Leasing Corporation. The primary agenda item is the election of officers for this corporation.

• Election of officers for the Duval County School Board Leasing Corporation

The Duval County School Board Leasing Corporation elected its officers for the term beginning November 22, 2022. The board decided that the Leasing Corporation officers will be the same as those of the Duval County School Board for the coming year.

• Approved November 22, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Elected Duval County School Board Leasing Corporation officers to match School Board officers for the coming year (7-0)

School Board

This meeting is a board workshop for discussing specific topics. The agenda includes a partner presentation from City Year Jacksonville and discussions regarding facility staffing shortages, governance, and safety.

• City Year Jacksonville partner presentation
• Facility staffing shortages and impact on outsourcing
• Governance discussion
• Safety & security discussion

The Board conducted a workshop featuring a presentation from City Year Jacksonville and discussions on facility staffing shortages. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board

This Agenda Committee Meeting consists only of procedural items. The committee will review the draft agenda for the December 6, 2022 meeting.

• Review of the December 6, 2022, draft agenda

The Agenda Committee met to discuss various items for the December 6, 2022, agenda. The meeting consisted of discussions regarding contracts, curriculum, and facilities projects; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is conducting a special meeting for a student expulsion hearing. The agenda focuses on Alternative Education - Behavioral Support.

• Expulsion of Student - Hearing Office # J.M 2223-02

School Board

The board held a workshop to discuss several items including progress monitoring for grades 1 and 2 and a CTE update. The agenda also included discussions on the legislative platform, superintendent evaluation, and board reorganization.

• Progress monitoring (Grades 1, 2)
• CTE update
• Legislative platform
• 2021-2022 Superintendent evaluation
• Board reorganization

The Board conducted a workshop featuring presentations on grade 1-2 progress monitoring and Career & Technical Education (CTE) updates. Members discussed the legislative platform, the Superintendent's 2021-2022 evaluation, and potential leadership roles for the upcoming reorganization. No formal votes were recorded.

General

The Audit Advisory Committee will review the FY22 Annual Internal Board Audit Report and budget analyses. The meeting also includes discussions regarding risk assessments, reporting forms, and various governance updates.

• FY22 Annual Internal Board Audit Report
• Analysis of budgets
• Risk assessment discussion
• Reporting form discussion
• Governance updates including Policy 2.38 revision and millage oversight

The Audit Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 4, 2022. The committee held discussions regarding budget analysis, federal funding, and the internal audit cycle. No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved November 4, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved August 4, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

School Board

The board will hold public hearings and votes on updates to Chapters 2, 3, 4, 5, and 9 of the district's board policies. The agenda also includes reviews of school improvement plans and various facility maintenance projects.

• Public hearings and votes on revisions to Board Policies (Chapters 2, 3, 4, 5, and 9)
• Construction management award for the new Jean Ribault High School
• Roof replacement at Abess Park Elementary School
• Selection of design services for renovations at Mandarin High School and Duncan U. Fletcher High School
• Agreement with I'm a Star Foundation for TeamUp Services

The Board approved a comprehensive consent agenda including school improvement plans and facility projects. Members also voted to adopt recommended revisions to board policies regarding meeting protocols, public records, curriculum, athletics, and volunteer screening.

• Approved November 1, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from October 10, 11, and 18, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including charter school improvement plans and facility contracts (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 2 policies on meeting protocol and audit advisory committee (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 3 policy on public information and inspection of records (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 4 policies on curriculum, exceptional student education, and career/technical education (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 5 policy on athletics (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 9 policy on school volunteer screening (7-0)

School Board

This special meeting addresses leasing corporation matters. The board will consider a resolution regarding Certificates of Participation (COPS).

• Certificates of Participation (COPS) resolution

The Duval School Board Leasing Corporation approved a resolution for Certificates of Participation (COPS), Series 2022A. This financing will fund new school construction, additions, renovations, and deferred maintenance for Phase I of the Master Facility Plan using one-half cent sales surtax receipts.

• Approved November 1, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved Certificates of Participation (COPS) Resolution for Master Facility Plan Phase I financing (7-0)

School Board

This Agenda Committee meeting consists of procedural items, specifically the review of the draft agenda for the November 1, 2022, meeting. The session also includes a period for public comment.

• Review of the November 1, 2022, draft agenda

The Duval County School Board held an Agenda Committee meeting to review items for the November 1, 2022 regular meeting. No votes were taken; the board discussed multiple proposed agreements, including nursing services, virtual tutoring with Edmentum Inc., and educational services with I'm A Star Foundation and Booming Learning Center. The board also reviewed charter school improvement plans, construction projects for new schools, and proposed policy revisions.

• No votes taken; meeting was a draft agenda review only
• Discussed proposed agreement with Edmentum Inc. for virtual tutoring program
• Discussed proposed agreement with I'm A Star Foundation for TeamUp services
• Discussed proposed 2022-2023 Charter School Improvement Plans
• Discussed Castaldi Analysis for four elementary schools for Florida DOE approval
• Discussed New Jean Ribault High School construction management award
• Discussed Chaffee Trail Middle School amendment for tortoise burrow removal
• Discussed proposed revisions to Chapter 2 and Chapter 4 Board Policies

School Board

This board workshop includes a presentation from the Jacksonville Public Library. The board will also preview supplemental health education materials and discuss governance and the MFP - COPS Bond.

• Jacksonville Public Library partner presentation
• Preview of supplemental health education materials
• MFP - COPS Bond discussion
• Governance discussion

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions regarding progress monitoring and instructional review updates. The agenda also includes a discussion on governance.

• Progress monitoring update
• Instructional review update
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop on October 11, 2022, discussing student assessment data, instructional reviews, and governance matters. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

• No decisions or votes recorded; workshop was informational only

School Board

The Duval County School Board will consider several administrative approvals, including educational software agreements and budget resolutions. The meeting also includes public hearings and votes regarding changes to specific board policies.

• Agreement with Imagine Learning, Inc.
• Approval of the Duval County Public Schools Family Reunification Plan
• Public hearing and vote on revisions to Chapter 8 Board Policies
• Public hearing and vote on revisions to Chapter 9 Board Policies
• Employee suspension without pay for Jack Simmons

The Duval County School Board approved the consent agenda, including contracts for Imagine Learning, Eleyo software, and virtual mental health services, all in a 7-0 vote. The board also adopted revisions to Chapter 8 and Chapter 9 policies, and approved a resolution to retain outside counsel regarding the Twentieth Statewide Grand Jury report, with an amendment requiring further board approval for additional fees. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda with 24 items (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 8 policies on school safety and critical incident preparedness (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 9 policy on Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (7-0)
• Approved resolution to retain outside counsel for Grand Jury response, with amendment for further board approval (7-0)
• Approved agreement with READ USA, Inc. for literacy program (7-0)
• Approved amendments to agreements with Educational Directions, MGT of America, and Turnaround Solutions (7-0)
• Approved minimum qualifications for Supervisor – School Safety Compliance (7-0)
• Approved board member and superintendent travel (7-0)

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to discuss several board policies. Topics include curriculum, student education, and school safety protocols.

• Board Policy 4.10 (The Curriculum)
• Board Policy 4.12 (Exceptional Student Education)
• Board Policy 8.96 (Critical Incident Preparedness)
• Board Policy 5.80 (Athletics)
• Board Policy 9.63 (School Volunteers/Screening Process)

The Duval County School Board's Policy Handbook Review Committee discussed proposed changes to 12 board policies, including curriculum materials, athletics, school safety, and public records. No votes were taken; the meeting was purely deliberative. The committee reviewed policies on board meeting protocol, audit advisory, curriculum, exceptional student education, career and technical education, athletics, sales surtax oversight, school volunteers, public records, school safety monitoring, critical incident preparedness, and other safety-related policies.

• No decisions made; all items were discussed only

School Board

This Agenda Committee Meeting is procedural and focused on reviewing a future meeting's agenda. The committee will review the draft agenda for October 10, 2022.

• Review of draft agenda for October 10, 2022

The Duval County School Board held an agenda committee meeting to review items for the upcoming October 10, 2022, board meeting. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussed, including agreements with Imagine Learning, READ USA, and turnaround consultants, as well as policy revisions and budget resolutions. The meeting was procedural, with decisions deferred to the regular board meeting.

• Reviewed draft agenda for October 10, 2022 meeting
• Discussed Imagine Learning agreement for ESOL students
• Discussed Mastery Prep SAT bootcamp details
• Discussed READ USA agreement for tutoring
• Discussed 2022-2023 district assessment calendar
• Discussed agreements with Education Directions, MGT, Turnaround Solutions
• Discussed Eleyo software for extended day programs
• Discussed out-of-field teachers and supervisor qualifications

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions on school choice updates and governance. The agenda does not list specific proposals or decisions for a vote.

• School choice update
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop on September 20, 2022, discussing a School Choice update and governance matters. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

• No decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop with discussion only

School Board

The Duval County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss several topics. Items for discussion include technology operations and innovations, the Grand Jury Report, and governance.

• Technology update - Operations
• Technology update - Innovations
• Update - Grand Jury Report
• Governance

The board received a technology update on a $50 million SAP system upgrade over five years and discussed a grand jury report on school incident data reporting. No formal votes were taken; the workshop was for discussion and information only. The board directed staff to identify resources at Mattie V. Rutherford, encourage whistleblower reporting, and seek outside legal counsel on the grand jury findings.

• Discussed $50 million SAP S/4HANA migration over five years for finance and logistics
• Heard technology plan covering teacher laptops, E-Rate funding, and student charger replacements
• Reviewed grand jury report on data reporting; directed staff to identify resources at Mattie V. Rutherford and Grand Park
• Directed Office of General Counsel to identify third-party legal counsel for board response to grand jury call to action
• Discussed encouraging staff to report information free from consequences under Florida Whistleblower Act
• Heard update on hiring for Director of Governmental Relations; narrowed to 4 candidates
• Discussed public records request tracking and quarterly reporting to board
• Discussed review of student population shifts by school and district

School Board

The Duval County School Board is reviewing several administrative and personnel items. The agenda includes a settlement regarding teacher contract salary provisions and the approval of a new charter school contract.

• Settlement with Duval Teachers United (DTU) for teacher contract salary provisions
• Charter contract for Great Hearts Florida to open Great Hearts - Jacksonville
• Consolidation of San Jose Prep and San Jose Primary charter schools
• Renewal agreement with Lutheran Services Florida, Inc.
• Approval of supplemental health education materials

The board voted 1-6 to deny a charter contract consolidating San Jose Prep and San Jose Primary into a single school, with most members citing concerns that merging would hide the primary school's 'D' grade from parents. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a settlement with Duval Teachers United for salary provisions, and confirmed multiple board and superintendent travel requests. The meeting included recognitions for a history teacher of the year and SeaPerch challenge winners.

• Denied charter consolidation for San Jose Prep and San Jose Primary (1-6)
• Approved consent agenda including DTU salary settlement (7-0)
• Approved board travel to conferences in Crystal River, Nashville, Orlando, and Salt Lake City (7-0)
• Approved superintendent travel to FADSS conference and EdWeek summit (7-0)
• Approved minutes from seven prior meetings (7-0)
• Approved agenda with amendments (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is conducting public hearings regarding the final proposed 2022-2023 budget and millage rates. These hearings cover required local effort, discretionary operating, and capital outlay funds.

• Public hearing on final proposed millage rates and budget for required local effort
• Public hearing on final proposed millage rates and budget for discretionary operating
• Public hearing on final proposed millage rates and budget for capital outlay
• Public hearing on the final 2022-2023 budget

The board unanimously approved the 2022-2023 final millage rates and total budget of $2,694,998,761. The adopted millage levies include 3.2360 for Required Local Effort ($309.8M), 0.7480 for Discretionary Operating ($71.6M), and 1.5000 for Capital Outlay ($143.6M). All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Required Local Effort millage of 3.2360 for Operating Fund ($309,767,253) — 5-0
• Approved Basic Discretionary Operating millage of 0.7480 for Operating Fund ($71,602,566) — 5-0
• Approved Capital Outlay millage of 1.5000 for Capital Projects Fund ($143,588,034) — 5-0
• Adopted final 2022-2023 budget totaling $2,694,998,761 — 5-0

School Board

The Duval County School Board will meet to adopt final budget resolutions for the 2021-2022 year. The agenda includes reviewing the annual financial report and the district's five-year capital plan. Additionally, the board will consider agreements with three consulting firms.

• Adoption of final budget resolutions 2021-2022
• Annual financial report inclusive of cost report
• School district five year capital plan 2022/2023 - 2026/2027
• Agreements with Educational Directives, MGT Consulting, Inc., and Turnaround Solutions, Inc.

The Duval County School Board approved the final budget resolutions for the 2021-2022 fiscal year, including the General Fund and nine other funds, all by a 5-0 vote. The board also approved the Superintendent's Annual Financial Report and the amended Five Year Capital Plan for 2022/2023-2026/2027. An item on agreements with Educational Directives, MGT Consulting, and Turnaround Solutions was removed from the agenda.

• Adopted Budget Resolution No. 11 for the General Fund, Food Service Fund, Special Revenue Fund Other, Special Revenue Fund Miscellaneous, Cares Fund, Capital Project Fund, Internal Services Fund, Trust Fiduciary Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Enterprise Service Fund — passed 5-0.
• Approved the Superintendent's Annual Financial Report inclusive of the Cost Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022 — passed 5-0.
• Approved the amended School District Five Year Capital Plan for 2022/2023-2026/2027 as required by Florida Statutes — passed 5-0.
• Removed from the agenda the item on approval of agreements with Educational Directives, MGT Consulting, Inc., and Turnaround Solutions, Inc.

School Board

The August 25, 2022, School Board workshop agenda was limited to a single item. The board scheduled a discussion regarding a Grand Jury Report.

• Grand Jury Report

The board discussed a Grand Jury report critical of the district for underreporting criminal incidents to the Florida Department of Education, particularly battery on school officials. No formal decisions were made; the board heard explanations of past practices and ongoing corrective actions, including plans to meet with law enforcement agencies and review policies.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; meeting was a workshop for discussion only

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items. The agenda includes a budget update, health education materials, and a presentation from the Early Learning Coalition.

• Early Learning Coalition partner presentation
• Florida Safe School Assessment Tool (FSSAT) update
• Budget update
• Supplemental instructional materials for health education
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop with no formal votes on substantive items. Members discussed the Early Learning Coalition partnership, a school safety assessment tool update, the 2022-23 budget, and supplemental instructional materials for health education. No decisions were made on the health curriculum; discussion included concerns about age-appropriateness, parental opt-out options, and financial implications of not approving materials.

• Approved participation of Board Members Andersen and Joyce via interactive video/telephone (5-0)

School Board

The Agenda Committee met to review the draft agenda for the September 12, 2022, meeting. The committee also addressed board member participation via interactive video and telephone systems.

• Review of Sept 12, 2022, draft agenda
• Approval of board members via interactive video/telephone systems

The Duval County School Board held an agenda committee meeting to review items for the September 12, 2022, board meeting. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a discussion-only workshop. Topics included a renewal agreement with Lutheran Services Florida, supplemental health education materials, GEAR UP grants, charter school consolidations and contracts, a teacher salary settlement, a transportation management system, and a safe schools assessment.

• No formal votes taken; agenda items discussed for future board meeting
• Board allowed members Andersen and Joyce to participate via telephone
• Discussed renewal agreement with Lutheran Services Florida
• Discussed supplemental health education materials for reproductive health
• Discussed SY2021-SY2028 GEAR UP agreements
• Discussed charter school consolidation for San Jose Prep and Primary
• Discussed charter contract for Great Hearts Jacksonville
• Discussed settlement with Duval Teachers United for salary provisions

School Board

The Duval County School Board will discuss the Evolv Express Weapons Detection System and an interagency agreement with the Florida Department of Health Duval County. The meeting also includes the approval of a school supplemental services allocation plan and discussions regarding administrative building acquisition.

• Evolv Express Weapons Detection System
• Interagency Agreement with Florida Department of Health Duval County
• Turnaround School Supplemental Services Allocation Plan
• Acquisition of new administrative building and disposition of surplus property
• Board member travel

The Duval County School Board approved a $1,754,989.60 lease for Evolv Express weapons detection systems at all district high schools, with four annual payments through 2026. The board also approved a $411,016 interagency agreement with the Florida Department of Health for school health services, a turnaround school supplemental services allocation plan, and advanced negotiations for property dispositions and a new administrative building. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $1,754,989.60 lease of Evolv Express weapons detection systems for all high schools (7-0)
• Approved $411,016 interagency agreement with Florida Department of Health Duval County for school health services (7-0)
• Approved District Turnaround School Supplemental Services Allocation Plan (7-0)
• Approved shortlist of firms for negotiation on Philips Hwy property disposition, 1701 Prudential Drive disposition, and new administrative building (7-0)
• Approved board member travel for COSSBA Urban Boards Alliance Symposium (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items. Discussion topics include the strategic plan review, administrative relocation, and the superintendent evaluation process.

• Strategic Plan Review
• Admin Relocation
• MFP - Chaffee 6-8
• Superintendent Evaluation Process
• Governance

The Duval County School Board held a workshop with no formal votes on substantive items. They reviewed the Achieve '26 strategic plan, discussed the acquisition of a new administrative building and property dispositions, and considered plans for a new Chaffee Trail 6-8 school. The board also discussed the superintendent evaluation process and governance updates. The only formal action was approving Board Member Andersen's virtual participation and adjourning.

• Approved Board Member Andersen's virtual participation (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:23 p.m. (7-0)

General

The Duval County Public Schools Audit Advisory Committee will discuss budget analysis and provide an update on audits. The committee will also review a draft report regarding fiscal transparency.

• Analysis of Budgets
• Fiscal Transparency Draft Report
• Update on Audit(s)
• Governance updates including election cycle and AAC schedule

The Duval County Public Schools Audit Advisory Committee met on August 4, 2022, and approved remote participation for two members, the meeting agenda, and the minutes from the May 19, 2022 meeting. The committee also discussed the 2022-2023 budget, a fiscal transparency draft report, audit updates, and governance matters, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved remote participation for Dan Edelman and Mindy Menzel (4-0)
• Approved August 4, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board will conduct a public hearing and vote regarding revisions to Chapter 5 Board Policies. The meeting also includes discussions on health education instructional materials and reviews of various departmental reports.

• Public hearing and vote: Revisions to Chapter 5 Board Policies
• Selection of construction management firm for Fort Caroline Middle School auditorium
• Review of Evolv Express weapons detection system
• Renewal of Powerschool Group, LLC contract
• Interagency agreement with Florida Department of Health Duval County

The Duval County School Board approved the health education curriculum for 2022-2023 in a 4-3 vote, but tabled the ETR supplemental materials for further discussion until September 12. The board also approved the consent agenda, minutes, and several policies and travel requests.

• Approved health education curriculum materials (4-3)
• Tabled ETR supplemental curriculum until September 12
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of prior meetings (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Policy 5.25, Student Code of General Appearance (7-0)
• Approved board member travel to COSSBA symposium (7-0)
• Approved superintendent's travel to Leading Now training (7-0)
• Approved agenda with amendments (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board is conducting a series of public hearings regarding the proposed 2022-2023 budget. These sessions cover various funding categories including required local effort, discretionary operating, and capital outlay.

• Public hearing on 2022-2023 tentative millage rates and budget
• Public hearing on required local effort for the 2022-2023 budget
• Public hearing on discretionary operating funds
• Public hearing on capital outlay
• Review of resolutions 2023-01 and 2023-02 regarding the tentative budget

The Duval County School Board held a special meeting and unanimously approved the 2022-2023 tentative millage rates and budget. This included setting the Required Local Effort millage at 3.2360, the Basic Discretionary Operating millage at 0.7480, and the Capital Outlay millage at 1.5000. The board also adopted the total tentative budget of $2,680,176,127 and scheduled a final public hearing for September 6, 2022.

• Adopted 2022-2023 Required Local Effort Millage Levy of 3.2360 (5-0)
• Adopted 2022-2023 Basic Discretionary Operating Millage Levy of 0.7480 (5-0)
• Adopted 2022-2023 Capital Outlay Millage Levy of 1.5000 (5-0)
• Adopted tentative 2022-2023 budget totaling $2,680,176,127 (5-0)
• Adopted Tentative Millage Rates Resolution 2023-01 (5-0)
• Adopted Tentative Budget Resolution 2023-02 (5-0)
• Scheduled final millage and budget hearing for Sept. 6, 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted 2022 Certification of School Taxable Value (5-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board is meeting to approve the 2022-2023 TRIM advertisements. This includes authorizing the advertisement of the proposed millage levy and the proposed tentative budget.

• Authorization of 2022-2023 proposed millage levy advertisement
• Authorization of 2022-2023 proposed tentative budget advertisement

The Duval County School Board unanimously approved the advertisement of the proposed 2022-2023 tentative budget and millage levy, totaling $524,957,853 at a rate of 5.4840 mills. The board also authorized publication of legal notices and a public hearing on July 26, 2022. The meeting was rescheduled to review funding information received from the state.

• Approved agenda for July 21, 2022 special meeting (5-0)
• Authorized advertisement of proposed 2022-2023 tentative budget and millage levy (5-0)
• Authorized publication of legal notices and public hearing for July 26, 2022 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:40 p.m. (5-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board held a special meeting to consider the FLDOE Mental Health Allocation Plan for the 2022-23 school year. The agenda also included approval of board member participation via video or telephone systems.

• Approval of FLDOE Mental Health Allocation Plan 2022-23
• Approval of board member participation via interactive video/telephone systems

The Duval County School Board held a special meeting on July 21, 2022, and approved the 2022-2023 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan. The board also approved the meeting agenda. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved July 21, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan (5-0)

School Board

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Agenda Committee. The committee will review the draft agenda for the upcoming August 2, 2022, meeting.

• Review of the August 2, 2022, draft agenda

The Duval County School Board held an agenda committee meeting to review items for the August 2, 2022 meeting. No formal votes were taken; discussions covered health education materials, dual enrollment, tutoring contracts, and safety systems. The board agreed to bring the Mainstream tutoring agreement back annually for approval.

• Selected Cindy Pearson as FSBA Board of Directors representative
• Agreed to bring Mainstream tutoring agreement back before the Board annually
• Discussed Evolv safety system for all high schools, no vote taken
• Discussed new auditorium at Fort Caroline Middle School, no vote taken

School Board

This Board Workshop includes discussions regarding mental health assistance allocation services and a health education curriculum update. The agenda also features a partner highlight for Communities in Schools.

• Mental Health Assistance Allocation Services
• Health Education Curriculum Update
• Communities in Schools partner highlight

The Duval County School Board held a workshop on July 19, 2022, with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed the Communities in Schools partnership, mental health services allocation, health education curriculum, and governance items. The board agreed to cancel and reschedule a budget meeting due to revised state funding numbers.

• Cancelled and rescheduled budget meeting due to revised FLDOE funding numbers
• Extended application deadline for Civil Service position on Value Adjustment Board
• Discussed mental health allocation plan, including parental consent rates and Hazel Health referrals
• Reviewed health education curriculum, confirming state compliance and opt-out options

School Board

This special meeting was scheduled to approve 2022-2023 TRIM advertisements. The agenda indicates that this item was postponed.

• Postponement of 2022-2023 TRIM advertisement approval
• Authorization of 2022-2023 proposed millage levy and tentative budget advertisement

School Board

The special board meeting scheduled for July 19, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda included the approval of the FLDOE Mental Health Allocation Plan for 2022-23.

• FLDOE Mental Health Allocation Plan 2022-23

School Board

The Duval County School Board will hold public hearings and votes on revisions to several board policy chapters. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan and the Code of Student Conduct. Additionally, the board will review various educational service agreements and school construction projects.

• Public hearings and votes on revisions to Board Policy Chapters 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8
• Modifications to the 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan
• Selection of construction management firms for Southside Estates and Highlands Elementary schools
• Roof replacement at Crown Point Elementary School
• Review of educational agreements including United Way and Florida Kids Therapy Services, LLC

The Duval County School Board approved the 2022-2023 Code of Student Conduct (6-1), which includes new rules on cell phone use and recording. The board also adopted revisions to several board policies, including Policy 2.26 on board meeting protocol, and approved the consent agenda with numerous contracts and agreements. The meeting included recognitions of student achievements and reports on school grades and teacher vacancies.

• Approved 2022-2023 Code of Student Conduct (6-1)
• Adopted Policy 2.26 Board Meeting Protocol and Format (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts and agreements (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 2 policies (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 3 policy 3.41 (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 5 policies with amendments (6-1)
• Adopted Parental Notification of Change in Support Services Procedures (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 8 policies (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a special meeting focused on alternative education and behavioral support. The agenda includes an expulsion hearing for student case #2122-008.

• Expulsion of Student - Hearing Office #2122-008

School Board

The Agenda Committee met to review the draft agenda for the upcoming July 11, 2022, meeting. This was a procedural meeting.

• Review of the July 11, 2022, draft agenda

The Duval County School Board's Agenda Committee met to review the draft agenda for the July 11, 2022 board meeting. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a discussion-only session covering multiple items, including testing, mental health services, curriculum agreements, and policy revisions. The committee discussed but did not decide on any items, with several requests for additional information made by board members.

• No formal votes taken; all items were discussion-only
• Requested meeting with Kid's Hope Alliance in August for update on therapist assignments
• Requested list of services and costs for Communities in Schools program
• Requested data on substitute teacher fill rate and contract penalty review
• Requested tier list of parent notification qualifying pieces
• Requested list of principals' reappointment timeline after resignation
• Requested review of job summary for Executive Director, Acceleration Program & Student Supports

School Board

The board will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the Student Progression Plan and the Student Code of Conduct. The agenda also includes an item regarding governance.

• Student Progression Plan updates
• Student Code of Conduct updates
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop on June 21, 2022, with all members present except Vice-Chairman Dr. Kelly Coker. Presentations covered the Student Progression Plan and proposed changes to the 2022-2023 Code of Student Conduct, including rules on head coverings, athletics transfers, Title IX, and recording devices. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the workshop was for discussion only.

• Reviewed Student Progression Plan updates (no vote)
• Discussed 2022-2023 Code of Student Conduct proposed changes (no vote)
• Discussed extending Certificate of Completion time to Summer Graduations (no action)
• Discussed parent notifications for graduation requirements (no action)
• Requested candidates for Civic Service Board and Value Assessment Board (no action)

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee met to discuss several board policies. Topics included curriculum, instructional materials selection, and the use of restraint and seclusion for students with disabilities.

• Board Policy 4.10, The Curriculum
• Board Policy 4.20, Instructional Materials Selection and Allocation
• Board Policy 4.30, Challenged Materials
• Board Policy 5.61, Use of Restraint and Seclusion with Students with Disabilities
• Board Policies regarding school police and student mental health

The Duval County School Board's Policy Handbook Review Committee met to discuss proposed changes to several board policies, including curriculum, instructional materials, challenged materials, restraint and seclusion, school police, behavioral threat assessment, and mental health. No formal votes or decisions were made; the changes were noticed for the July 11th Regular Board Meeting. The meeting was procedural, focusing on discussion and clarification.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Policy changes noticed for July 11th Regular Board Meeting

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions regarding student promotion rates and good cause exemptions. The agenda also features updates on safety and security, teacher supports, and governance.

• Promotion rates and good cause exemption discussion
• Teacher supports discussion
• Safety and security update
• Governance discussion

This was a workshop meeting with no formal votes on policy. The board discussed promotion and retention rates for 2021-2022, including good cause exemptions and a proposed 5-period middle school day costing about $6 million. They also reviewed teacher support programs and a safety and security update. The only action was adjourning the meeting at 1:27 p.m., passed 6-0.

• Adjourned meeting at 1:27 p.m. (6-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board is meeting to consider several charter school contract renewals and new applications. The agenda also includes discussions on budget resolutions, superintendent contract amendments, and updates to board policies.

• Renewal of charter school contracts for Seaside School Consortium, Renaissance Charter, and Bridgeprep Academy
• Memorandum of understanding with Duval Teachers United for a one-time teacher bonus
• Public hearing and vote on revisions to Chapter 6 Board Policies
• Amendments to Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene's employment agreement
• Water main and fire protection replacement at First Coast High School #265

The Duval County School Board approved a first amendment to Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene's employment agreement, extending her term through June 30, 2025, with a salary of $300,000. An earlier motion to set the salary at $310,000 failed in a 3-3 vote. The board also approved the consent agenda, including charter school renewals and various contracts, and passed a resolution to adopt revisions to Chapter 6 board policies.

• Approved superintendent contract amendment with $300K salary (5-1)
• Rejected $310K salary amendment for superintendent (3-3)
• Approved consent agenda including charter renewals and contracts (6-0)
• Approved Great Hearts Jacksonville charter application (6-0)
• Adopted Chapter 6 policy revisions for adjunct teaching certificates (6-0)
• Approved June 7, 2022 agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May meetings (6-0)
• Extended meeting past 11:00 p.m. (6-0)

General

The Audit Advisory Committee will discuss budget analysis and a draft fiscal transparency report. The meeting also includes updates on audits and discussions regarding committee governance, responsibilities, and meeting schedules.

• Analysis of Budgets
• Fiscal Transparency Draft Report
• Update on Audit(s)
• Governance summary including terms, duties, and meeting schedule

The Duval County Public Schools Audit Advisory Committee met on May 19, 2022, and approved the meeting agenda and the April 22, 2022 minutes as amended. The committee discussed budget comparisons with other districts, fiscal transparency reports, and audit updates, but made no substantive policy decisions. The meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved May 19, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 22, 2022 minutes as amended (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:15 p.m. (5-0)

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to discuss various school board policies. The agenda includes reviews of protocols, student rights, and teaching certificates.

• Board Policy 2.26: Board meeting protocol and format
• Board Policy 3.41: School climate and behavior
• Board Policy 5.09: School district notifications of parental rights
• Board Policy 5.24: Student rights and responsibilities
• Board Policy 6.31: Adjunct teaching certificate

The Duval County School Board's Policy Handbook Review Committee met to discuss revisions to several board policies, including public comment protocol, student assembly, and adjunct teaching certificates. No formal votes were taken; the committee discussed options and directed staff to refine language for future board review.

• Discussed Option 1 for speaker protocol, leaning toward no 90-minute public comment limit
• Directed staff to work on speaker card language and collection procedures
• Reviewed changes to Board Policy 2.38 on Audit Advisory Committee support
• Discussed adding clarity to Board Policy 3.41 on school climate and behavior for students with disabilities
• Reviewed Board Policy 5.09 on parental rights notifications in line with House Bill 1557
• Discussed new Board Policy 5.27 on student assembly, with concerns raised about harassment and discipline
• Reviewed Board Policy 6.31 on adjunct teaching certificates to help teachers who haven't passed all exams

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a workshop to discuss an update to the Student Support Guide regarding LGBTQ topics. This is a discussion item only, with no formal vote or decision listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Student Support Guide update (LGBTQ)

The Duval County School Board held a workshop to discuss updates to the Student Support Guide regarding LGBTQ+ students and parental notification procedures. No formal votes or decisions were made; the discussion focused on aligning with state law (House Bill 1557) and federal requirements, with plans for staff training and future board review of a comprehensive plan.

• Discussed parental notification procedures for changes in student support services (no vote)
• Noted training for school staff will begin this year and may be annual (no vote)
• Agreed to revisit procedures once state technical assistance is received (no vote)
• Planned to bring comprehensive Student Support Plan to a future Board Workshop (no vote)

School Board

The Agenda Committee met to review the draft agenda for the June 7, 2022, meeting. This meeting consisted only of procedural items.

• Review of the June 7, 2022, draft agenda

The Duval County School Board met to review the draft agenda for its June 7, 2022 meeting. No formal votes or final decisions were made; all items were discussed in preparation for the upcoming meeting. Topics included PowerSchool software, reading intervention, mental health services, charter school contracts, and the superintendent's employment agreement.

• No formal decisions made; agenda review only

School Board

The Duval County School Board meeting includes discussions regarding Policy 2.38 for the Audit Advisory Committee and Policy 9.66 for the Sales Surtax Oversight Committee. The agenda also includes the IBA Charter.

• Policy 2.38, Audit Advisory Committee
• IBA Charter
• Policy 9.66, Sales Surtax Oversight Committee

The Duval County School Board met to discuss proposed changes to Board Policy 2.38 (Audit Advisory Committee) and the Internal Board Audit Charter, but no formal votes were taken. Members Pearson and Joyce requested that language from Policy 9.66 (Sales Surtax Oversight Committee) be added to Policy 2.38 to clarify staff support responsibilities. The meeting was procedural, with decisions deferred to future action.

• Requested adding staff support language from Policy 9.66 to Policy 2.38 (no vote)
• Discussed changes to Policy 2.38 and IBA Charter (no vote)

School Board

The agenda for this Duval County Public Schools Board meeting contains only procedural items and a heading for governance discussions without further detail.

The Duval County School Board held a workshop meeting on May 16, 2022, to discuss two governance items: revisions to the public comment policy and a new student assembly policy (Board Policy 5.27). No formal votes were taken; the board will continue discussion at the Policy Handbook Review meeting on Wednesday.

• Discussed public comment policy options (hybrid and tiered approaches)
• Discussed new student assembly policy (Board Policy 5.27)
• No formal votes taken; further discussion scheduled for Policy Handbook Review meeting

General

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a workshop to discuss several items. The agenda includes discussions on academic progress monitoring, the ESE Pride Program, and governance.

• Academic Progress Monitoring (PMA 3 and Blended Learning)
• ESE Pride Program
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop on May 10, 2022, with all members present. They discussed academic progress monitoring (PMA3 and blended learning), the ESE PRIDE program with ChanceLight Education, and draft governance policies (2.26 and 5.27). No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed 7-0.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:28 p.m. (7-0)
• Discussed PMA3 and blended learning data, including tutoring strategies
• Reviewed ESE PRIDE program at YMWLA, costing over $1.4 million
• Discussed draft Policy 5.27 on student rights and expression
• Discussed draft Policy 2.26 on public comments
• Requested data breakdown by board district and subject area
• Requested consideration of stipend for mentor teachers
• Requested metrics from principals for Elevate program

School Board

The Duval County School Board will review design service awards for new K-5 prototypes at Southside Estates and Highlands Elementary schools. The meeting also includes public hearings and votes on revisions to Chapter 2 and Chapter 8 board policies. Additionally, the board will consider various contracts for school maintenance and student transportation.

• Design services award for new K-5 prototype at Southside Estates Elementary School
• Design services award for new K-5 prototype at Highlands Elementary School
• Roof replacement at Frank H. Peterson Academies
• Public hearings and votes on revisions to Chapter 2 and Chapter 8 board policies
• Purchase of Successmaker Math from Savvas Learning Company LLC

The Duval County School Board voted 6-1 to table a resolution supporting the Parental Rights in Education Law, with Board Member Joyce dissenting. The board also approved the consent agenda, adopted revisions to Chapter 2 and Chapter 8 board policies, and approved travel for board members and the superintendent. The meeting extended past midnight to accommodate lengthy public comment.

• Tabled Resolution in Support of Parental Rights in Education Law (6-1)
• Approved May 3, 2022 agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including purchases, contracts, and financial reports (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 2 board policies (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Chapter 8 policy 8.41 (7-0)
• Approved board member travel to Tallahassee for legislative purposes (7-0)
• Approved superintendent's travel to three conferences (7-0)
• Extended meeting past 11:00 p.m. to complete public comment (7-0)

General

The Audit Advisory Committee will conduct elections for Chair and Vice-Chair positions. The meeting also includes a budget overview and a review of the IBA Risk Assessment and Audit Plan.

• Officer elections for Chair and Vice-Chair
• Budget overview by CFO Michelle Begley
• IBA Risk Assessment / Audit Plan review
• Approval of March 25, 2022 minutes

The Duval County Public Schools Audit Advisory Committee elected Paul Numbers Jr. as chair and Julia Hann as vice-chair. The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the March 25, 2022 meeting, both unanimously. Members received a budget overview and updates on internal and external audits, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Elected Paul Numbers Jr. as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Julia Hann as vice-chair (4-3)
• Approved April 22, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved March 25, 2022 minutes (7-0)

School Board

This Agenda Committee meeting consists of procedural items. The committee will review the draft agenda for the May 3, 2022, meeting.

• Review of the May 3, 2022, draft agenda

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board Workshop will discuss updates to the Master Facilities Plan for Highlands Elementary, Southside Estate Elementary, and Ribault High School. The agenda also includes discussions regarding governance and the relocation of the administrative building.

• Master Facilities Plan update (Highlands Elementary, Southside Estate Elementary, and Ribault High School)
• Relocation of administrative building
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop with no formal votes. They discussed updates on rebuilding Highlands Elementary, Southside Estates Elementary, and Ribault High School, including student relocation and design choices. They also reviewed the process for relocating the administrative headquarters and disposing of surplus property, and discussed math curriculum approvals.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at workshop
• Discussed Highlands Elementary rebuild and Pine Estates consolidation
• Discussed Southside Estates Elementary prototype selection and traffic study
• Discussed Ribault High School project development and CTE programs
• Reviewed administrative headquarters relocation and surplus property ITN process
• Discussed math curriculum approval status with FDOE

School Board

This special meeting is dedicated to student expulsion hearings within the Alternative Education - Behavioral Support division. The agenda lists one specific case for review.

• Expulsion hearing for Hearing Office #2122-008

School Board

The board will hold a workshop to discuss graduation rate updates, legislative matters, and governance. No formal decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Graduation rate update
• Legislative update
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop on April 12, 2022, with no formal votes or decisions. Discussions included graduation rate updates, legislative changes, and governance matters. The only action was adjourning the meeting, which passed 6-0.

• Adjourned meeting at 1:18 p.m. (6-0)

School Board

The Auditor Selection Committee met to review a presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Audit. This was the only item scheduled for discussion.

• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report Audit

The Duval County School Board heard a presentation from MSL CPAs & Advisors on the FY2021 annual comprehensive financial report audit. The auditors reported a clean audit with no significant findings, noting the district can meet current obligations and that the unrestricted deficit is not irregular due to pension liability. The board discussed requesting comparisons with other districts and adjourned without taking formal action on the audit.

• Received FY2021 audit presentation from MSL CPAs & Advisors
• Adjourned meeting at 9:21 a.m. (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board will hold a public hearing and vote on revisions to Chapter 7 board policies. The agenda also includes reviewing labor settlements and various service agreements. Additionally, the board will review monthly financial statements and budget resolutions.

• Public hearing and vote: Revisions to Chapter 7 Board Policies
• Settlements with NE Florida Public Employees Local 630 and Jacksonville Supervisors Association, Inc.
• Agreement with Mastery Prep for SAT and ACT Reading curriculum
• Construction easements with Jacksonville Electric Authority for water well and electric line rehabilitation
• Renewal of Gaggle Safety Management services

General

The Audit Advisory Committee is holding an introductory session for members and staff. The agenda includes a review of committee policy and training regarding Public Records and Sunshine Law.

• Review and signing of required forms
• Overview of AAC Policy and Purpose
• Public Records / Sunshine Law training

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to discuss a series of existing board policies. The agenda includes reviews of topics such as superintendent evaluation, purchasing, and student government.

• Review of board policy on superintendent evaluation
• Review of purchasing policies
• Review of use and care of driver education cars
• Review of school advisory council and student government association policies

The Duval County School Board's Policy Handbook Review Committee met to review proposed changes and additions to 16 board policies, including orientation, superintendent evaluation, purchasing, and driver education cars. No formal votes or decisions were made; the committee discussed the changes and requested further research on some items, such as board meeting notice procedures.

• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.12 (Orientation of Board Members)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.13 (Responsibilities and Authority of the Board)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.14 (Superintendent Evaluation)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.15 (Constituent Service)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.16 (Districtwide Planning, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.18 (Data Dashboard)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.20 (Professional Development and Standards for Certificated Personnel)
• Reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 2.21 (Professional Development Inservice for Non-Instructional Personnel)

School Board

This meeting was a procedural session to review the draft agenda for April 5, 2022. No other business was listed for discussion.

• Draft agenda review for April 5, 2022

The Duval County School Board's Agenda Committee met to review draft agenda items for the April 5, 2022 meeting. Discussions covered agreements with READ USA, Mastery Prep, educational management services, and other items, but no formal votes or decisions were made. The meeting was procedural, focusing on preparation for the upcoming board meeting.

• Reviewed draft agenda for April 5, 2022 meeting
• Discussed READ USA book agreement (no vote)
• Discussed Mastery Prep SAT/ACT reading curriculum agreement (no vote)
• Discussed educational management services agreements (no vote)
• Discussed property insurance renewal (no vote)
• Discussed Gaggle safety management renewal (no vote)
• Discussed WAN services contract (no vote)
• Discussed construction audit services RFP (no vote)

School Board

This meeting is a board workshop to discuss a budget update and governance. The agenda contains only these two discussion items.

• Budget update
• Governance

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss several topics. These include updates on soft skills, technology, and governance, as well as the Sales Surtax Oversight Committee annual report.

• Soft skills update/workforce readiness discussion
• Sales Surtax Oversight Committee annual report
• Technology update
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board held a workshop on March 8, 2022, with all members present. Presentations and discussions covered soft skills/workforce readiness, the Sales Surtax Oversight Committee's annual report, and a technology update. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the only motion was to adjourn, which passed 7-0.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:10 p.m. (7-0)

School Board

The School Board will discuss a resolution to ask voters for approval of an additional one mill in ad valorem taxes to improve school operations. The meeting also includes a public hearing and vote on revisions to Chapter 8 board policies. Additionally, the board will consider charter school renewals and applications.

• Charter application for KIPP Impact Academy
• Contract with Teach For America through 2024-25
• Settlement with Fraternal Order of Police, Jacksonville Consolidated Lodge No. 5-30
• Roof replacement at Crown Point Elementary School
• Easement to the City of Jacksonville for the Riverwalk Extension

The Duval County School Board voted 6-1 to approve a resolution asking voters to approve an additional one mill in ad valorem taxes to improve school operations. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included charter school renewals, settlements with employee unions, and various contracts. A public hearing was held and revisions to Policy 8.75 on portable electronic equipment were adopted unanimously.

• Approved resolution for 1-mill ad valorem tax referendum (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including charter renewals and union settlements (7-0)
• Adopted revisions to Policy 8.75 on portable electronic equipment (7-0)
• Approved agenda with amendments to IT items (7-0)
• Approved minutes from multiple prior meetings (7-0)
• Confirmed Board Member Andersen's travel to Washington, D.C. (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board and JPEF members are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes updates from the Superintendent and JPEF President, as well as discussions on the 1000 X 2025 Initiative and teacher compensation.

• Superintendent & JPEF President updates
• 1000 X 2025 Initiative
• Campaign for Grade Level Reading
• Teacher compensation discussion

The Duval County School Board and Jacksonville Public Education Fund held a joint workshop to discuss literacy, teacher recruitment, and the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading. No formal decisions or votes were made; the only action was a discussion of a teacher compensation referendum to be voted on at the March 1, 2022 regular board meeting.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at this workshop
• Discussed teacher compensation referendum for March 1, 2022 board meeting

School Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and lists governance as a topic for discussion. No specific items, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the document.

The Duval County School Board met on February 22, 2022, with only three members present (Vice-Chairman Coker, Jones, Joyce). They discussed potential changes to several board policies in chapter 2, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 2:58 p.m.

• Discussed potential changes to board policies in chapter 2, including policies 2.12, 2.13, 2.14, 2.15, 2.16, 2.20, 2.21, 2.22, 2.26, 2.33, 2.35, and 2.36.
• No formal votes or approvals were taken during the meeting.
• Board Member Jones departed at 2:29 p.m.
• Vice-Chairman Coker suggested Board Member Joyce speak with the Office of General Counsel attorney regarding her questions.
• Staff members were assigned to assist with gathering requested information.

School Board

The Agenda Committee met to review the draft agenda for the March 1, 2022, meeting. No other substantive items were listed for discussion.

School Board

This Board Workshop includes an executive update regarding district staffing, arts, and athletics. No other items are scheduled for discussion.

• Executive update on district staffing, arts, and athletics

The Duval County School Board held a workshop to discuss district staffing, arts, and athletics. Superintendent Diana Greene presented on the teacher crisis, noting over 466 vacancies and a collapsed pay schedule. The board discussed a potential millage referendum to fund teacher salaries and other needs, but no formal decision was made.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

School Board

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and lists governance as a general topic of discussion. No specific motions, details, or actions are provided in the document.

The Duval County School Board held a workshop meeting with only three members present (Vice-Chairman Dr. Kelly Coker and Board Members Elizabeth Andersen and Cindy Pearson). They discussed potential changes to multiple board policies in chapter 2, but no formal decisions or votes were made. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• Discussed potential changes to board policies 2.12, 2.13, 2.14, 2.15, 2.16, 2.20, 2.21, 2.22, 2.26, 2.33, 2.35, and 2.36
• Reviewed the board policy review process and the difference between an emergency meeting and an emergency item
• Adjourned at 1:27 p.m. without taking any formal action

School Board

This subcommittee meeting is scheduled to discuss evaluations. The provided agenda is sparse and contains no further details regarding the specific nature or scope of these discussions.

• Discussion of evaluations

School Board

The February 9, 2022, meeting agenda for Duval County Public Schools is limited to a single discussion item regarding governance. No specific details or sub-items are provided in the document.

• Governance

The Duval County School Board met on February 9, 2022, but took no formal votes or decisions. Members discussed potential revisions to board policy chapters on governance, including board member information requests, travel approval, meeting protocols, and committee assignments. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded
• Discussed policy 2.22 on board member information requests
• Discussed policy 2.23 on organization and officers
• Discussed policy 2.26 on meeting protocol and format
• Discussed policy 2.32 on School Advisory Council compliance
• Discussed policy 2.33 on School Health Advisory Committee

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a workshop to discuss several topics. These include athletic facilities, district arts programs, soft skill credentials, and governance.

• Athletic facilities and fields
• District arts programs
• Soft skill credentials
• Governance

This was a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. The board heard presentations on athletic facilities, district arts programs, and soft skill credentials, and discussed governance topics including policy updates and the Audit Advisory Committee. The only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting at 1:00 p.m. (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board will hold public hearings and votes on district-wide mathematics instructional materials and Chapter 2 board policy revisions. The agenda also includes charter school contract renewals and the adoption of December 2021 budget resolutions.

• Public hearing and vote on district-wide mathematics instructional materials
• Public hearing and vote on revisions to Chapter 2 board policies
• Renewal of charter school contracts for Seaside School Consortium, Renaissance Charter School, Bridgeprep Academy, and Waverly Academy
• Amendment to the construction management contract for Rutledge H. Pearson Elementary School
• Adoption of December 2021 budget resolutions

The Duval County School Board approved the adoption and purchase of new mathematics instructional materials for grades K-12, including options from McGraw Hill, Savvas, and others. The board also approved revisions to Chapter 2 board policies regarding board committees and the audit advisory committee. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved adoption of district-wide math instructional materials (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 2.35 (Board Committees) and Policy 2.38 (Audit Advisory Committee) (7-0)
• Approved the February 1, 2022 agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 22 prior meetings (7-0)
• Approved the consent agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:29 p.m. (7-0)

School Board

The provided agenda is procedural and contains no specific items for discussion or decision beyond a general topic of governance. No concrete actions are listed in the document.

The Duval County School Board held a workshop to discuss proposed revisions to board policies, including orientation, superintendent evaluation, constituent services, planning, and professional development. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was procedural and focused on discussion.

• Discussed adding language to policy 2.12 on board member orientation
• Discussed adding digital option to superintendent evaluation (policy 2.14)
• Discussed updating constituent service policy to include email contact (policy 2.15)
• Discussed rewording policy 2.16 on districtwide planning and reporting
• Discussed clarifying policy 2.20 on professional development standards

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee will discuss updates to several board policies. The agenda includes reviews of policies for portable electronic equipment, board committees, and the new Audit Advisory Committee.

• Board Policy 8.75, Assignment of Portable Electronic Equipment
• Board Policy 2.35, Board Committees
• Board Policy 2.38, Audit Advisory Committee, New

The Duval County School Board's Policy Handbook Review Committee met to discuss proposed changes to Board Policy 8.75 on portable electronic equipment assignment and Board Policy 2.35 on board committees, as well as a new Board Policy 2.38 for an Audit Advisory Committee. No formal votes were taken; the discussions were preparatory for future board action.

• Discussed Board Policy 8.75 on portable electronic equipment assignment, including return procedures and device accountability logs
• Discussed Board Policy 2.35 on board committees, including correcting spelling and grammatical errors
• Discussed new Board Policy 2.38 on Audit Advisory Committee, including appointment terms and attendance requirements

School Board

This board workshop meeting includes updates regarding turnaround option plans. The session also covers an update on the Master Facility Plan enrollment study.

• Turnaround Option Plans update
• Master Facility Plan - Enrollment Study update

The Duval County School Board held a workshop with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented updates on Turnaround Option Plans for schools not meeting performance scores, covering topics like chronic absenteeism and community engagement. A second presentation covered the Master Facility Plan enrollment study, including consolidation and charter school capacity. The meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

School Board

This Agenda Committee meeting consists of procedural items. The committee will review the draft agenda for the February 1, 2022, meeting and provide time for public comment.

• Review of the February 1, 2022, draft agenda

The Duval County School Board met on January 18, 2022, to review the draft agenda for the February 1, 2022 meeting. No formal votes or final decisions were made; all items were discussed and some were flagged for further discussion or follow-up. The meeting was procedural, focusing on upcoming agenda items.

• Reviewed draft agenda for February 1, 2022 meeting (no vote)
• Discussed district-wide mathematics instructional materials (no vote)
• Discussed school health aides funded by ESSER II (no vote)
• Discussed renewal of Seaside School Consortium charter contract (no vote; item to be brought back)
• Discussed renewal of Renaissance Charter School contract (no vote)
• Discussed contract amendment with TPG Cultural Exchange (no vote; item to be brought back)
• Discussed out-of-field teachers flag (no vote)
• Discussed monthly financial statements and five-year capital plan (no vote)

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions on board committee and audit advisory committee policies. The meeting also covers strategic plan mid-year operations, progress monitoring, and governance.

• Board committees policy discussion
• Audit advisory committee policy discussion
• Strategic plan mid-year operational update (Highly Effective Educators, Fiscal Transparency)
• Progress monitoring (PMA 2 and blended learning)

This was a workshop meeting with no formal votes on policy changes; the board discussed revisions to policies 2.35 and 2.38, heard presentations on the strategic plan and operations, and reviewed progress monitoring data. The only formal action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:27 p.m. (7-0)

School Board

This special meeting includes the discussion of a final order regarding Duval County School Board v. Thomas Caggiano. The board will also approve the January 11, 2022, agenda.

• Final Order: Duval County School Board v. Thomas Caggiano
• Approval of the January 11, 2022, agenda

The Duval County School Board voted 4-2 to adopt the administrative law judge's recommended order in the case of Duval County School Board v. Thomas Caggiano, which sustains a written reprimand, a three-day suspension without pay, and completion of a Culture Diversity course for the teacher. The board's decision finalizes the disciplinary action against Caggiano, who had posted political commentary on his personal Facebook account.

• Approved the January 11, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Adopted the Final Order in Duval County School Board v. Thomas Caggiano, sustaining the recommended discipline (4-2)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

School Board

The board will hold public hearings and votes regarding modifications to the 2021-2022 Student Progression Plan and Chapter 5 Board Policies. The agenda also includes approving school calendars for upcoming years and various educational service contracts.

• Public hearing and vote on 2021-2022 Student Progression Plan modifications
• Public hearing and vote on Chapter 5 Board Policy revisions
• Donation of former Brentwood Elementary No. 15 site to the City of Jacksonville
• Award of construction management services for Chaffee Trail Middle School
• Resolution for safe and secure storage of guns

The Duval County School Board approved a consent agenda including a resolution on safe and secure gun storage, modifications to the 2021-2022 Student Progression Plan, and a new policy on parental rights notifications. All votes were 7-0. The meeting also included recognitions and reports but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved resolution for safe and secure storage of guns (7-0)
• Approved modifications to 2021-2022 Student Progression Plan (7-0)
• Adopted Policy 5.09, School District Notifications of Parental Rights (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including commencement venues, calendars, and contracts (7-0)
• Approved board member travel to FSBA conference (7-0)