Duval County Public Schools public meetings in 2023

General

The Agenda Committee met to review the draft agenda for the January 8, 2024 meeting. This meeting consisted only of procedural items.

• Review of the January 8, 2024 draft agenda

General

The Board will discuss updates from CBRE and conduct a comprehensive magnet review. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled for this workshop.

• Updates from CBRE
• Comprehensive Magnet Review

School Board

The Duval County School Board convened a special meeting on December 19, 2023. The agenda focused on student expulsion hearings within the Alternative Education - Behavioral Support division.

• Expulsion hearing for Student C.B. (Office #2324-008)
• Expulsion hearing for Student J.M. (Office #2324-001)

School Board

The School Board will hold a workshop to discuss student supports and attendance updates. The meeting also includes discussions on governance and an executive session regarding collective bargaining.

• Student supports update
• Student attendance updates
• Governance discussion
• Executive session: Collective bargaining

General

The committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 2, 2023, meeting. The session also includes a report regarding the 1-mill referendum.

• 1-Mill Referendum Reporting
• Approval of November 2, 2023, minutes
• Approval of committee member participation via video and telephone systems

School Board

The School Board will hold a public hearing and vote on student attendance area changes for four schools. The agenda also includes reviews of construction documents for elementary school projects and various service agreements. Financial statements for September 2023 are also up for review.

• Boundary changes for Baldwin Middle-High, Charger Academy, Westside Middle, and Westview K-8
• Construction document approvals for Louis Sheffield and Spring Park Elementary
• Temporary construction easement for the King Street Bridge replacement
• Approval of agreements for 2024 commencement ceremonies
• Review of September 2023 monthly financial statements

School Board

This Agenda Committee meeting consists of procedural items and a review of the draft agenda for December 5, 2023. The session also includes a period for public comment.

• Review of draft agenda for December 5, 2023

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a workshop to discuss several topics. These include social media, student discipline updates, the internal board auditor, and governance.

• Social media discussion
• Student discipline and positive behavior intervention supports updates
• Internal board auditor
• Governance

School Board

The Board is conducting its annual organizational meeting. This includes swearing in members, electing a Chairman and Vice-Chairman, and establishing the schedule for regular meetings.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice-Chairman
• Establishment of time, place, and date of regular meetings

School Board

The Duval County School Board will hold a special meeting focused on the Leasing Corporation. The primary action is the election of officers for this entity.

• Election of officers - Duval County School Board Leasing Corporation

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to review several board policies and procedures. The discussion includes topics such as student attendance, school facilities, and anti-bullying measures.

• Board Policy 5.42: District Student Attendance Provisions
• Board Policy 5.44: School Attendance Boundaries
• Board Policy 9.30: Use of Facilities and Grounds
• Board Policy 10.20: Anti-Bullying Policy
• Procedures for parental consent for school-sponsored events and activities

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board will conduct a special meeting regarding student expulsion hearings. The agenda includes three specific cases for behavioral support and alternative education.

• Expulsion hearing: Office #2324-05 F.R.
• Expulsion hearing: Office #2324-06 G.K.
• Expulsion hearing: Office #2324-07 J.M.

School Board

The board will hold a workshop to discuss several items including master facility plan progress and career technical education academies. The agenda also includes a pre-organizational meeting.

• Master Facility Plan progress updates
• Career Technical Education Academies discussion
• Pre-organizational meeting

School Board

The Duval County School Board and City Council held a joint meeting to discuss issues impacting the growth, funding, quality of life, and work within the City of Jacksonville.

• Discussion of issues impacting Jacksonville growth, funding, and quality of life

School Board

The Duval County School Board will consider various contract approvals and budget resolutions. The meeting includes public hearings and votes regarding revisions to Chapters 5, 6, 8, and 9 of the board policies. Additionally, the agenda covers construction updates and personnel matters.

• Revisions to Board Policy Chapters 5, 6, 8, and 9
• Construction management contract amendment for Chaffee Trail Middle School
• Agreement with Booming Learning Center for educational services
• Temporary construction easement with Madison Palms, Ltd
• Supply award to JDP for volunteer background screening

General

The Audit Advisory Committee will receive updates from the Finance and Evaluation subcommittees. The agenda also includes discussions regarding district and IBA staffing, auditing progress, and the 1-mill referendum.

• Finance Subcommittee Update
• Evaluation Subcommittee Update
• District and IBA Staffing Updates
• Auditing Update
• 1-Mill Referendum Update

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a special meeting for student expulsion hearings. These items fall under the category of Alternative Education - Behavioral Support.

• Expulsion hearing for student A.G. (Office #2324-002)
• Expulsion hearing for student J.M. (Office #2324-001)

School Board

The Duval County School Board will meet to discuss and finalize the list of semi-finalists for the Superintendent of Schools position.

• Finalizing semi-finalists for Superintendent of Schools

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions regarding a partner presentation from Elevate, the Florida legislative draft agenda, insurance, and governance. The provided agenda is sparse and does not include specific details for these discussion items.

• Partner presentation - Elevate
• Florida legislative draft agenda
• Insurance discussion
• Governance discussion

School Board

The Agenda Committee will meet to conduct a review of the draft agenda for the upcoming November 7, 2023, meeting. This is a procedural committee meeting.

• Draft agenda review for November 7, 2023

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions on the Internal Board Auditor job description and next steps. The board will also receive a technology update, including an SAP upgrade, and discuss academic supports and safety.

• Internal Board Auditor job description and next steps
• Technology update including SAP upgrade
• Benchmarks, academic supports, and progress monitoring
• Safety and security discussion

School Board

The Board will conduct public hearings on student attendance area changes for several elementary schools effective the 2024-2025 school year. Members will also consider settlements with Duval Teachers United regarding various staff contracts. The agenda includes construction amendments and service agreements.

• Public hearings for boundary changes at Highlands, Pine Estates, Windy Hill, and Southside Estates Elementary
• Settlements with Duval Teachers United for teacher, paraprofessional, and UOPD contracts
• Construction amendments for Duncan Fletcher High School and New Jean Ribault High School
• Contract approvals for NFTE, Spectrum Center, and Imagine Learning

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to review several existing and new board policies. The discussion includes topics such as student records, attendance boundaries, and disaster preparedness.

• Board Policy 3.70: Notifications to the Board (New)
• Board Policy 5.15: Homeless Students
• Board Policy 5.44: School Attendance Boundaries
• Board Policy 5.70: Student Records
• Procedures for Florida McKinney-Vento Program training and identification (New)

School Board

The Agenda Committee is meeting to review the draft agenda scheduled for October 9, 2023.

• Draft agenda review for October 9, 2023

School Board

The School Board will discuss an update regarding the relocation of the administrative building. The meeting also includes a discussion on preferred qualities for the Superintendent.

• Relocation of administrative building update
• Superintendent preferred qualities

School Board

This special meeting is dedicated to student expulsion hearings. The board will review cases for students A.S. and L.R.

• Expulsion hearing for student A.S. (Office #2324-003)
• Expulsion hearing for student L.R. (Office #2324-004)

School Board

The board will conduct a workshop covering human capital and governance. Discussion items also include updates on the Office of Safe Schools and extracurricular activity safety.

• Human Capital update
• Review of Internal Board Auditor job description and hiring timeline
• Office of Safe Schools annual update
• Extracurricular activities safety update

The Board held a workshop to discuss human resources, internal auditing, and school safety. The only formal action taken was the unanimous recommendation of Ms. DeFoor for General Counsel. Other items, including the Internal Board Auditor job description and safety measures, were discussed without formal votes.

• Unanimously approved recommendation of Ms. DeFoor for General Counsel

School Board

This board workshop is scheduled to discuss the search for a new superintendent. The agenda contains no other items for discussion.

• Superintendent search discussion

School Board

The School Board is conducting a series of public hearings regarding the 2023-2024 final proposed millage rates and final budget. These hearings cover required local effort, discretionary operating funds, and capital outlay.

• Public hearing on 2023-2024 final proposed millage rates and final budget
• Public hearing on required local effort
• Public hearing on non-voted discretionary operating funds
• Public hearing on voted discretionary operating funds
• Public hearing on capital outlay

The Board approved the final budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year totaling $3,532,449,057. It also adopted four separate millage levies to fund operating and capital projects.

• Adopted Required Local Effort Millage Levy of 3.1830 for Operating Fund (7-0)
• Adopted Non-Voted Discretionary Operating Millage Levy of 0.7480 Mills (7-0)
• Adopted Voted Discretionary Operating Millage Levy of 1.0000 Mills (7-0)
• Adopted Capital Outlay Millage Levy of 1.5000 Mills for Capital Projects Fund (7-0)
• Adopted final 2023-2024 fiscal year budget of $3,532,449,057 (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board is reviewing several academic service agreements and construction project updates. The meeting includes a public hearing and vote regarding changes to board policies. Additionally, the board will consider various personnel transactions and school facility amendments.

• Public hearing and vote: Revisions to Chapter 2 Board Policies
• Construction document approval for New Jean Ribault High School
• Review of Evolv Express Weapons Detection System
• Design service contract amendments for K-5 prototype elementary schools
• Approval of agreement with Communities in Schools (CIS) for Duval Reads

The Board approved the meeting agenda with several modifications, including the addition of minutes from September 7 meetings and the removal of a check presentation. The session primarily consisted of recognitions for students, staff, and community partners.

• Approved September 11, 2023 agenda with modifications (7-0)

School Board

The School Board will meet to adopt the final budget resolutions for the 2022-2023 period. The meeting also includes discussion of the annual financial report and a five-year capital plan.

• Adoption of Final Budget Resolutions 2022-2023
• Annual Financial Report inclusive of cost report
• School District Five Year Capital Plan 2023/2024 - 2027/2028

The board adopted final budget resolutions for ten different funds for the 2022-2023 period. Members also approved the Annual Financial Report and the Five Year Capital Plan for 2023/2024 through 2027/2028.

• Adopted 10 Budget Resolutions for 2022-2023 (7-0)
• Approved Superintendent's Annual Financial Report and Cost Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved amended School District Five Year Capital Plan 2023/2024 - 2027/2028 (7-0)
• Approved September 7, 2023 special board meeting agenda (7-0)

General

The subcommittee held a discussion regarding the General Fund balance decline and the proposed Food Services budget deficit. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on reviewing budget questions and requesting additional documentation for the Board.

• Requested a list of required contracts by State Statute to be sent to the Board
• Requested a list of recurring and non-recurring contracts to be provided to the Board
• Requested a list of all positions funded by ESSER

School Board

The Facility Naming Committee is meeting to review and consider a proposal regarding the naming of the football field at Riverside High School.

• Proposal to name the football field at Riverside High School

The Facility Naming Committee voted to recommend naming the football field at Riverside High School after Coach Leon Barrett. The decision follows a review of Board Policy 8.591 and public comment. The recommendation now moves to the full Board for a final decision.

• Approved recommendation to name Riverside High School football field after Leon Barrett (6-0)

General

The Duval County Public Schools Audit Advisory Committee is scheduled to discuss finance and audit updates. The meeting also includes a governance discussion and the approval of minutes from May 25 and August 9, 2023.

• Finance Update and Discussion with CFO Michelle Begley
• Audit Update and Discussion with Lenia Blades
• Approval of May 25, 2023, and August 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Governance discussion

The Audit Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes from May 25 and August 9, 2023. The committee discussed budget analysis, the 1 mill levy distribution, and finance department vacancies. No substantive policy or financial changes were decided during the session.

• Approved participation of member Dan Edelman via video/telephone (5-0)
• Approved August 24, 2023 agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 25, 2023 and August 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

School Board

The Agenda Committee will review the draft agenda for the September 11, 2023 meeting. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Review of the September 11, 2023, draft agenda

The Agenda Committee discussed various contracts, school prototype amendments, and policy revisions for the September 11, 2023, agenda. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this meeting.

School Board

The Duval County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the staffing process for exceptional student education. This is the only item listed on the agenda.

• Staffing process for exceptional student education

The Board held a workshop to review the eligibility and evaluation process for students with disabilities. Staff presented on teacher frustrations, professional development for early detection, and the evaluation process. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

General

The subcommittee reviewed budget analysis and 5-year trend reports. Members requested updates to financial reporting, including the addition of inflation rates and footnotes. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

• Requested CFO provide explanation of variance report differences by end of August
• Requested addition of inflation rates and footnotes to 5-year trend reports
• Requested fund balance line items for food services and special revenue
• Proposed DCPS hire a staff member for financial analysis and comparative reporting

School Board

The Board will hold a workshop to discuss next steps regarding the superintendent search. This process is being facilitated by the Florida School Boards Association.

• Superintendent search next steps

The Board held a workshop to discuss the superintendent search facilitated by the Florida School Boards Association. Members reviewed evaluation documents, crisis protocols, and community survey parameters. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss the relocation of the administration building. The agenda also includes updates on promotions and academics, as well as discussions regarding high school and middle school start times.

• Relocation of Administration Building
• Promotion and Academic Update
• High School and Middle School Start Times
• Governance

The Board held a workshop to discuss the potential relocation of the administration building and reviewed end-of-year academic proficiency and promotion data. No formal votes were taken; the Board requested further financial comparisons and presentations for future agendas.

• Tabled administration building relocation decision pending financial comparisons and site visits
• Requested additional data on reading proficiency gaps and teacher shortages for September agenda
• Discussed implementation scenarios for HB733 Middle and High School Start Times effective July 2026
• Confirmed all DCPS high schools have an approved option for accelerated weighted credit in Psychology

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding a special meeting for student expulsion hearings. The agenda includes the hearing for Office 2223-014.

• Expulsion of Student Hearing Office 2223-014

School Board

The Duval County School Board and City Council will hold a joint meeting to review the current status of Duval County Public Schools. The discussion includes student workforce development and building progress resulting from the referendum.

• Review of DCPS status
• Student workforce development updates
• Building progress from the referendum

The School Board and City Council met to discuss workforce development, the Master Facilities Plan, and the impact of the 1% sales tax. No formal votes were taken during this joint session, though the board noted it recently authorized a one-year contract extension with Hazel Health.

• Authorized one-year contract extension with Hazel Health for telehealth services (paid via federal ARP funds)

School Board

The Duval County School Board will hold public hearings and votes regarding revisions to Board Policy Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 8. The agenda also includes the approval of a process for parent opt-out or limited access of books and media materials. Other items involve dual enrollment agreements and athletic event admission fees.

• Public hearings and votes on revisions to Board Policies Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 8
• Approval of district athletic event admission fees
• Renewal of contract for Florida Cyber Charter Academy at Duval
• Construction easement for San Pablo Elementary School No. 80
• Approval of process for parent opt-out or limited access of books and media materials

The Board approved the meeting agenda and a comprehensive consent agenda including dual enrollment agreements, charter school renewals, and construction easements. The meeting also featured recognitions for community partners and the retirement of Assistant Superintendent Paul Soares.

• Approved participation of Board Member April A. Carney via video/telephone (5-0)
• Approved August 1, 2023, agenda with specified changes (6-0)
• Approved minutes from seven meetings held between July 10 and July 26, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including dual enrollment for FSCJ, Embry Riddle, and Edward Waters University (6-0)
• Approved renewal of Florida Cyber Charter Academy at Duval contract (6-0)
• Approved temporary construction easement at San Pablo Elementary School No. 80 (6-0)
• Approved process for parent opt-out or limited access of books and media materials (6-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 District Assessment Calendar (6-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board is conducting public hearings for the 2023-2024 tentative proposed millage rates and budget. These sessions include reviews of capital outlay, required local effort, and discretionary operating funds.

• Public hearing for 2023-2024 tentative proposed millage rates and budget
• Public hearing on capital outlay components
• Public hearing on required local effort components
• Public hearing on discretionary operating funds

The Board approved a tentative budget of $3,532,449,057 and adopted several tentative millage rates for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. A final public hearing on the millage levy and budget is scheduled for September 11, 2023.

• Adopted 2023-2024 Required Local Effort Millage Levy of 3.1830 (6-0)
• Adopted 2023-2024 Non-Voted Discretionary Operating Millage Levy of 0.7480 Mills (6-0)
• Adopted 2023-2024 Voted Discretionary Operating Millage Levy of 1.0000 Mills (6-0)
• Adopted 2023-2024 Capital Outlay Millage Levy of 1.5000 Mills (6-0)
• Adopted tentative 2023-2024 budget totaling $3,532,449,057 (6-0)
• Adopted Tentative Millage Rates Resolution Number 2024-01 (6-0)
• Adopted Tentative Budget Resolution Number 2024-02 (6-0)
• Scheduled Final Millage Levy and Final Budget Hearing for September 11, 2023 (6-0)

School Board

The board is meeting to approve 2023-2024 TRIM advertisements. This includes authorizing the advertisement of the proposed millage levy and tentative budget.

• Authorization of advertisement for 2023-2024 proposed millage levy and tentative budget

The Board authorized the advertisement of the proposed 2023-2024 tentative budget and millage levies. This action includes the publication of legal notices for a public hearing scheduled for July 26, 2023.

• Approved July 20, 2023 agenda (6-0)
• Authorized advertisement of 2023-2024 proposed millage levy and tentative budget (6-0)
• Authorized publication of legal notices for July 26, 2023 public hearing (6-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss next steps regarding the superintendent search. This process is being facilitated by the Florida School Boards Association.

• Superintendent search next steps

The Board held a workshop to discuss the superintendent search facilitated by the Florida School Boards Association. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session focused on search criteria, candidate pools, and community input options.

• Discussed superintendent search timeline and candidate requirements
• Reviewed forum options for community input
• Scheduled next meeting for August 9, 2023

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee met to review several items in the district's policy handbook. Discussions included topics such as curriculum, school safety monitoring, and school openings and closings.

• Board Policy 4.10 (The Curriculum)
• Board Policy 8.09 (School Safety Monitoring)
• Board Policy 3.26 (Openings and Closings of Schools)
• Board Policy 5.28 (Zero-Tolerance for School Related Crimes)

The Board decided to modify speaker cards by removing individual names and limiting written statements to 10 words. The Board also agreed to a phrasing change in the policy regarding challenges. Other reviewed policies saw no discussion or changes.

• Decided no changes to board meeting protocol
• Approved changes to waive cards to strike individual names and limit written statements to 10 words
• Decided to keep public comment during public hearings
• Approved adding the phrase 'at the expense of the district' to Board Policy 4.30 (Challenges)

School Board

The Facility Naming Committee meeting scheduled for July 12, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

School Board

This Agenda Committee Meeting is focused on reviewing the draft agenda for August 1, 2023. The meeting consists only of this procedural item.

• Review of the August 1, 2023, draft agenda

The Agenda Committee met to discuss various items for the August 1, 2023, agenda. No substantive decisions were made, as the meeting consisted of reviews, requests for additional information, and discussions.

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board Workshop will review legislative updates and the budget. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding 2023-2024 organization dues and fees.

• Legislative Updates II
• Budget Update
• 2023-2024 Organization Dues and Fees

The Board held a workshop to discuss the impact of various state legislative bills and receive a budget update. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board

The Duval County School Board will hold public hearings and votes regarding modifications to the 2023-2024 Student Progression Plan and several board policies. The agenda also includes a charter application for Harbour Pointe Charter Academy and a resolution requesting additional millage.

• Public hearing and vote: Modifications to the 2023-2024 Student Progression Plan
• Revisions to the 2023-2024 Code of Student Conduct
• Charter application for Harbour Pointe Charter Academy, Inc.
• Resolution requesting implementation of additional millage
• Public hearing and vote: Revisions to Board Policies (Chapters 2, 5, 6, and 8)

The Board approved the July 10, 2023, agenda and minutes from six previous June meetings. The Consent Agenda was passed, though one item regarding the FSBA Board of Directors representative was moved for further discussion.

• Approved July 10, 2023, agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes for June 6, 13, 14, and 20 meetings (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-2)

School Board

This Agenda Committee Meeting focuses on reviewing the draft agenda for July 10, 2023. The meeting also includes public comment and adjournment.

• Review of the July 10, 2023, draft agenda

The Agenda Committee met to discuss and review items for the July 10, 2023, agenda. The meeting consisted of discussions and requests for further information on various contracts, programs, and policies; no substantive votes or final decisions were recorded.

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions regarding administrative relocation, legislative updates, and governance. The provided agenda contains only high-level discussion topics without specific details or proposed actions.

• Administrative relocation update
• Legislative updates
• Governance

The Board held a workshop to review recommendations for a new administrative building and the impacts of various state legislative bills. No formal votes were taken on the administrative relocation or the proposed elimination of the Internal Auditor position.

• Tabled elimination of Board Internal Auditor position following Board member concerns
• Nominated Vice Chairman Pearson for FSBA Advocacy role and Board Member Carney as alternate

School Board

This special meeting of the Duval County Public Schools Board focuses on discussing next steps in the superintendent search process. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting agenda and a period for public comment.

• Discussion regarding the superintendent search process

The School Board decided to use Rule 6A-1.012 to enter into direct negotiations for a contract with the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA). The FSBA will administer the search for the Superintendent of Duval County Public Schools.

• Approved June 20, 2023, Special Board Meeting Agenda (7-0)
• Approved use of Rule 6A-1.012 to enter direct negotiations with Florida School Boards Association (FSBA) for superintendent search services (7-0)

School Board

The scheduled Student Expulsion Hearing for June 14, 2023, was cancelled. This meeting would have addressed Alternative Education - Behavioral Support and student expulsion hearing #2223-014 D.B.

• Cancellation of the Student Expulsion Hearing

School Board

This special meeting includes a discussion regarding District School Board reapportionment. The agenda also covers the approval of the meeting agenda and public comment.

• District School Board Reapportionment

The School Board met for a special session to record the reapportionment of Board member residence areas. The board approved the agenda and the reapportionment map.

• Approved June 14, 2023 Special Board Meeting Agenda (7-0)
• Approved reapportionment of Board member residence areas (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss next steps regarding the superintendent search. This process is being facilitated by the Florida School Boards Association.

• Next steps regarding the superintendent search

The Board held a workshop to discuss the superintendent search facilitated by the Florida School Boards Association. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.

• Adjourned meeting at 2:33 PM (7-0)

School Board

The School Board will hold a workshop to review several student-related items. Discussions include updates to student progression and code of conduct plans, as well as the mental health allocation plan. The board will also review the 2022 annual report from the Sales Surtax Oversight Committee.

• Sales Surtax Oversight Committee - 2022 Annual Report
• Student Progression Plan Update
• Student Code of Conduct Update
• Mental Health Allocation Plan

The Board conducted a workshop to review the Sales Surtax Oversight Committee report, student progression and conduct updates, and the mental health allocation plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

School Board

The Facility Naming Committee meeting scheduled for June 7, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.

School Board

The board will consider several academic software agreements and instructional material plans for the 2023-24 school year. The agenda also includes charter school contract renewals and amendments to construction projects for various elementary and high schools.

• Renewal of charter school contracts for Duval Charter Scholars Academy, River City Science Academy Innovation, and Lone Star High School
• Approval of curriculum agreements with Mastery Prep and Khan Academy
• Construction contract amendments for Southside Estates Elementary, Jean Ribault High School, and Rutledge Pearson Elementary
• Review of March 2023 monthly financial statements and budget resolutions
• Approval of the employment agreement for Dr. Dana Kriznar

The Board approved the meeting agenda with several modifications, including the withdrawal of an item regarding district membership dues and fees. The session primarily consisted of student recognitions and reports from the Chairperson and Superintendent.

• Approved June 6, 2023, agenda as submitted May 30 with changes (6-0)

General

The committee will review a finance update from the CFO and an audit update. Members will also address governance matters, including cybersecurity inquiry follow-ups and revisions to Policy 2.38.

• Finance update and discussion
• Audit update and discussion
• Cybersecurity inquiry follow-up
• Revision of Policy 2.38
• Comments and recommendations to the Board

The Audit Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes from three previous sessions. The committee held extensive discussions regarding the one mill referendum funding, budget analysis, and internal audit updates, though no formal votes were taken on these specific financial items.

• Approved May 25, 2023 agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 23, 2023 Audit Advisory Committee minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 21, 2023 Audit Advisory Finance Subcommittee minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023 Joint Meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:47 p.m. (4-0)

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee will meet to discuss various board policies. Topics for discussion include student mental health, behavioral threat assessment teams, and bus routes.

• Board Policy 5.28 regarding zero tolerance for school-related crimes
• Board Policy 8.21 on behavioral threat assessment teams
• Board Policy 8.22 concerning student mental health
• Board Policy 8.32 regarding bus routes
• Board Policy 2.38 draft for the Audit Advisory Committee

The Policy Handbook Review Committee discussed updates to board meeting scripts, waive card procedures, and student conduct policies. No final votes were recorded for the policies discussed, though the Board agreed to revise terminology in Policy 5.28.

• Agreed to revise the term 'Threat Management Team' in Board Policy 5.28
• Tabled changes to Board Policy 2.26 (Meeting Protocol) for future meetings

School Board

The Duval County School Board is convening for a special board meeting. The agenda focuses on a final order in the case of Duval County School Board vs. Oscar Harris.

• Final Order re: Duval County School Board vs. Oscar Harris

The Duval County School Board adopted a recommended order regarding employee Oscar Harris. The decision imposes a written reprimand and a 15-day suspension without pay following conduct at Terry Parker High School.

• Approved May 24, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Adopted Final Order for Oscar Harris imposing a written reprimand and 15-day suspension without pay (4-0)

School Board

The May 23, 2023, special meeting for the Duval County School Board consists of procedural items and a session under litigation shade. The provided agenda does not include specific details regarding the subject of the litigation.

• Litigation shade discussion

The Board convened a special meeting to discuss litigation involving Kalia Lucas and Khalayah Wright vs. Duval County School Board and Michael P. Edwards. The meeting included a closed attorney-client session; no substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 23, 2023, Agenda (7-0)

School Board

This special meeting focuses on selecting a superintendent for a term of up to six months. The board will also approve the agenda and allow for public comment.

• Superintendent selection for a term not to exceed six months

The School Board appointed Dr. Dana Kriznar to serve as superintendent for a term not to exceed six months. The decision followed a discussion of four potential candidates regarding their leadership and administrative experience.

• Appointed Dr. Dana Kriznar as superintendent for a term not to exceed six months (5-2)
• Approved the May 23, 2023, Agenda (7-0)

School Board

The Audit Advisory Committee and Duval County School Board held a joint meeting to review subcommittee reports and set future goals. The agenda includes a discussion on revising Policy 2.38 regarding additional 1-mill oversight.

• AAC Chair report for Finance and Evaluation subcommittees
• Policy 2.38 revision regarding additional 1-mill oversight
• Establishing committee norms
• Future goals setting activity

The Audit Advisory Committee and School Board held a joint meeting to discuss budget analysis, internal auditor roles, and oversight of 1-mill referendum funds. No substantive policy changes or budget approvals were decided; the session focused on establishing communication norms and reviewing subcommittee reports.

• Approved participation of Committee Member Steven Apple via interactive video/telephone (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023, agenda (6-0)

School Board

This Agenda Committee meeting consists of procedural items. The committee will review the draft agenda for June 6, 2023, and provide time for public comment.

• Review of the June 6, 2023, draft agenda

The Agenda Committee met to discuss various draft items for the June 6, 2023, agenda. The meeting consisted of discussions regarding contracts, instructional plans, and charter school renewals; however, no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions on facility staffing shortages and the master facility plan update for R.L. Brown and R.V. Daniels. The board will also discuss governance and the timeline for an interim superintendent.

• Facility staffing shortages/licensed trades discussion
• Master facility plan update (R.L. Brown and R.V. Daniels)
• Interim Superintendent discussion and timeline
• Governance discussion

The Board held a workshop to discuss staffing shortages in licensed trades and a consolidation proposal for R.L. Brown and R.V. Daniels. Members discussed the timeline and potential candidates for a superintendent to replace Dr. Greene starting June 6, 2023. No formal actions were taken during this meeting.

• No substantive decisions were made; meeting was for discussion only

School Board

This special meeting of the Duval County Public Schools Board is dedicated to a student expulsion hearing. The agenda focuses on Alternative Education - Behavioral Support regarding Hearing Office #2223-012 A.T.

• Expulsion hearing for Student A.T., Hearing Office #2223-012

School Board

The board will discuss internet safety for children with the JSO and review new technology updates. An update regarding the Master Facility Plan will also be presented.

• Internet safety for children discussion involving JSO
• New technology and internet safety updates
• Master Facility Plan update

The Board held a workshop to review internet safety presentations from the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and updates on new district technology. No formal policy or funding decisions were recorded; the meeting focused on information sharing and planning.

• Adjourned meeting at 10:38 a.m. (6-0)

School Board

This meeting of the Duval County Public Schools Evaluation Subcommittee is limited to a discussion regarding IBA evaluation. The agenda provides no further details on the scope or specifics of this item.

• IBA evaluation

The Duval County School Board's Evaluation Subcommittee met to discuss the Internal Board Auditor (IBA) evaluation. They reviewed other districts' practices, considered redesigning the IBA position, and noted that five board members have submitted evaluations. The committee set a June 8 deadline for final evaluations and discussed edits to the evaluation form.

• Set June 8, 2023 deadline for board members to submit final IBA evaluations
• Discussed redesigning IBA position to include managerial duties, requiring closure and re-advertisement
• Noted five board members have submitted IBA evaluations
• Agreed to keep current evaluation form with possible edits

School Board

This agenda is for a Member to Member Meeting. The only item listed is a joint meeting between the Audit Advisory Committee and the Duval County School Board.

• Joint meeting with Audit Advisory Committee

This was a procedural planning meeting with no votes or formal decisions. Board members and staff discussed logistics for a future joint meeting between the Audit Advisory Committee and the Duval County School Board, including agenda, roles, timing, Sunshine Law compliance, and the committee's public visibility.

• No formal votes or decisions recorded; all discussion was preparatory

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is holding an emergency meeting to discuss the Superintendent's contract and a potential new Superintendent. The agenda also includes discussions on emergency board rules and items related to Douglas Anderson School of the Arts.

• Superintendent's contract discussion
• Discussion regarding a new Superintendent
• Emergency board rules
• Items related to Douglas Anderson School of the Arts

The Board held an emergency meeting to consider a retirement and settlement agreement for Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene. Following discussion regarding a Grand Jury Report and student safety, the Board tabled the item.

• Approved May 2, 2023 agenda (6-1)
• Tabled recommendation regarding Superintendent's employment/retirement agreement

School Board

The Board will hold public hearings and votes on revisions to Chapters 4, 5, 7, and 8 of the board policies. The agenda also includes approvals for school construction projects and employee compensation bonuses.

• One-time bonuses for school-based administrators and Duval Teachers United members
• Roof replacement at Frank H. Peterson Academies
• Construction amendments for New Highlands Elementary School and Chaffee Trail Middle School
• Astroturf field project at Englewood High School #90
• Lease agreement for the Schultz Center

The board approved the meeting agenda for May 2, 2023, with specific amendments to the minutes, academic services agreements, and the capital plan. The remainder of the provided record consists of student recognitions, proclamations, and reports.

• Approved May 2, 2023, agenda with amendments (7-0)

School Board

The scheduled special board meeting for April 28, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

School Board

The School Board will receive an update from the Office of General Counsel regarding the hiring of third-party counsel following events at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. The discussion will cover the scope of work, timeline, and costs.

• Update on hiring third-party counsel for Douglas Anderson School of the Arts
• Discussion of scope of work, timeline, and costs for legal services

The Board reviewed the selection of the law firm Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Beirman to investigate recent events at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts and related allegations. The Office of General Counsel stated no formal Board action was required for the hiring. The investigation's budget was suggested to increase from $25,000 to $30,000.

• Approved April 26, 2023, Special Board Meeting Agenda (6-0)

General

The committee discussed modifications to the Budget Comparison Florida School Districts document to improve clarity for Board members. Members proposed focusing on per-student spending and removing certain data to reduce information overload. No formal votes were recorded.

• Proposed excluding construction and debt service from the summary spreadsheet
• Proposed including revenue instructional, operational, and total, percentage of revenue, $/student, and district FTE on the summary page
• Proposed formatting summary page numbers in millions and highlighting thousands at the top
• Proposed using only the 'Duval Variance-From Average percentage' column on page 3
• Designated Mr. Edelman as the spokesperson for the Joint Meeting

School Board

This board workshop includes an investigation update regarding Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. The agenda also covers a budget update for ESSER and a partner presentation from I'm a Star.

• Partner presentation: I'm a Star
• Budget update/ESSER
• Investigation update by Legal Services
• Governance discussion

The Board conducted a workshop to review preliminary 2023-24 budget data and ESSER fund expenditures. Members discussed an ongoing investigation at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts and reviewed governance items including book scanning and legislative funding. No formal votes were recorded.

• Discussed 2023-24 Budget Overview and ESSER I, II, and III expenditure deadlines
• Reviewed status of Douglas Anderson School of the Arts investigation
• Requested staff list of unfunded duties and costs for step-up students' administrative costs
• Requested copy of Clay County's policy regarding the removal of prohibited books
• Requested presentation of the RFP process for the Board

School Board

This Agenda Committee Meeting is a procedural session to review the draft agenda for the May 2, 2023 meeting. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Review of the draft agenda for May 2, 2023

The Agenda Committee met to discuss items for the May 2, 2023, agenda. No formal votes were taken; the session consisted of discussions regarding contracts, capital planning, and board policies.

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to review various board policies. The agenda includes discussions on drafts regarding bathrooms, locker rooms, and overnight trips, as well as professional ethics and fraternization with students.

• Draft Board Policy 5.08 (Bathrooms, Locker Rooms and Overnight Trips)
• Draft Board Policy 8.591 (Naming or Renaming Facilities)
• Board Policy 6.80 (Professional Ethics)
• Board Policy 6.84 (Fraternization with Students)

The committee reviewed draft policies regarding bathrooms, facility naming, and professional ethics. No final votes were recorded; the committee discussed revisions to the naming process and requested further presentations on ethics reporting.

• Discussed draft Board Policy 5.08 regarding bathrooms, locker rooms and overnight trips
• Reviewed draft Board Policy 8.591 on naming or renaming facilities
• Reviewed Board Policy 6.80 (Professional Ethics) and 6.84 (Fraternization with Students)
• Requested a presentation from Human Resource/Professional Standards on the ethics reporting process

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board is conducting a special meeting for student expulsion hearings. The session focuses on alternative education and behavioral support.

• Expulsion hearing for student T.C. (Office #2223-011)
• Expulsion hearing for student M.Q. (Office #2223-010)

School Board

This board workshop includes several items for discussion, including updates on magnet stops and school safety. The agenda also includes discussions regarding soft skills and governance.

• Transportation update regarding magnet stops
• School safety and security update
• Soft skills update
• Governance discussion

The Board held a workshop to review transportation expenses, school safety protocols, and post-secondary readiness. No formal votes were recorded as the session focused on presentations and discussions regarding district operations.

• Discussed $7 million increase in transportation costs
• Reviewed school safety updates including the use of the Guardian program
• Presented the Duval Ready program for post-secondary readiness
• Discussed the implementation of a new K-9 Unit with a yearly cost of $19,895
• Discussed an internal investigation into events at Douglas Anderson

School Board

This joint meeting between the Jacksonville Public Education Fund and the Duval County School Board contains only one item for discussion. The agenda is limited to partnership updates.

• Partnership updates

The meeting consisted of updates and presentations regarding legislative changes, school highlights, and literacy initiatives. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational

School Board

The board will consider several contracts for new K-5 prototype elementary schools, including Englewood, Pickett, and Spring Park. The agenda also includes a settlement with the Jacksonville Supervisors Association and financial statements from January 2023. Additionally, members will discuss stormwater credits and IT hardware.

• Construction contracts for new K-5 prototype elementary schools
• Settlement with Jacksonville Supervisors Association
• Stormwater credits purchase agreement with City of Jacksonville
• IT hardware RFP involving Emtec Inc.
• Charter contract amendment for San Jose Early College at Cecil

The Board approved a major IT hardware renewal with Emtec Inc. and a contract with Read USA for student books. Members also called for an internal investigation into incidents at Douglas Anderson School. Several construction and design awards for elementary school prototypes were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved IT hardware RFP renewal with Emtec Inc. up to $45M (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Read USA, Inc. not to exceed $242,840 (6-1)
• Approved Stormwater Credits Purchase Agreement with City of Jacksonville up to $95,059.24 (7-0)
• Approved second amendment to charter contract for San Jose Early College at Cecil (7-0)
• Approved settlement with Jacksonville Supervisors Association (7-0)
• Approved employee suspension without pay for Simuel Denson III (7-0)
• Approved design and construction awards for Englewood, Pickett, Louis S. Sheffield, and Spring Park elementary schools (7-0)
• Confirmed travel for Board Member Pearson to FSBA/FADSS conference in Tampa (7-0)

General

The Audit Advisory Committee will elect a new Vice-Chair and approve previous meeting minutes. The committee is also scheduled to discuss audit updates, finance updates, and governance matters including cybersecurity follow-up.

• Election of Vice-Chair
• Audit Update and Discussion
• Finance Update and Discussion
• Cybersecurity Inquiry Follow-Up
• Review of Policy 2.38 (Revised)

The committee elected a new Vice-Chair and approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed internal audit outsourcing, the recovery of 200 duplicate laptops, and potential restructuring of the Internal Board Auditor position.

• Approved March 23, 2023 agenda (6-0)
• Elected Steven Apple as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 12, February 10, and March 10 meetings (6-0)

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to review several board policies. Discussions include topics such as graduation requirements, student data privacy, and athletics.

• Board Policy 5.72, Student Data Privacy Protection (New)
• Board Policy 4.90, Graduation Requirements
• Board Policy 5.80, Athletics
• Draft Board Policy 5.08, Bathrooms, Locker Rooms and Overnight Trips
• Draft Board Policy 8.591, Naming or Renaming Facilities

The Policy Handbook Review Committee discussed updates to policies regarding athletics, graduation, data privacy, and risk management. No final votes were taken on policy changes, though the board approved the remote participation of one member. The committee scheduled a follow-up meeting for April 12th to review revised drafts.

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

School Board

The Duval County School Board scheduled a special meeting for March 22, 2023. The agenda includes an expulsion hearing regarding Student A.J., identified as Hearing Office #2223-007.

• Expulsion hearing for Student A.J. (Hearing Office #2223-007)

School Board

The Board Workshop will discuss a graduation rate update and feature a partner spotlight for VyStar. The meeting also includes discussions regarding governance.

• Graduation rate update
• VyStar partner spotlight
• Governance discussion

The Board approved the participation of Board Member Charlotte D. Joyce via interactive video and telephone systems. The remainder of the workshop consisted of presentations and discussions regarding Vystar programs, graduation rates, and governance matters.

• Approved participation of Board Member Charlotte D. Joyce via interactive video/telephone systems (4-0)

School Board

This is a procedural Agenda Committee meeting. The committee will review the draft agenda for the April 4, 2023, meeting and approve board members participating via video or telephone systems.

• Review of draft agenda for April 4, 2023
• Approval of board members via interactive video/telephone systems

The Agenda Committee met to discuss various contracts, budget resolutions, and construction projects for the April 4, 2023, agenda. No formal votes were taken on the items discussed; the session served as a review of proposed agreements and reports.

• Approved Board Member Charlotte D. Joyce to attend via interactive video/telephone systems

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools School Board held a special meeting on March 21, 2023. The agenda included discussions regarding the alignment and adoption of an instructional materials report, as well as travel for board members and the superintendent.

• Approval of instructional materials report alignment and adoption
• Board member travel
• Superintendent's travel

The Duval County School Board approved a report on the alignment and adoption of instructional materials. The Board also confirmed and approved official travel for Board Member Willie and Superintendent Dr. Diana Greene.

• Approved alignment and adoption of instructional materials report (6-0)
• Confirmed official travel for Board Member Willie to Tampa, FL for COSSBA conference (6-0)
• Approved travel for Superintendent to Orlando, FL for GoLead Women's Leadership Conference (6-0)

General

The subcommittee discussed the internal board auditor's evaluation process, job description, and potential restructuring of the position. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on reviewing audit cycles and performance targets.

• Discussed possible outsourcing or elimination of the Internal Board Auditor position
• Proposed revisions to the 2022 IBA evaluation performance targets
• Proposed that the IBA be included in all external audit opening, milestone, and closing meetings
• Requested that all Board Members receive copies of meeting attachments

School Board

The board will hold public hearings and votes regarding revisions to Board Policy Chapters 2, 3, 6, and 9. The meeting also includes a vote on Precalculus Honors instructional materials. Additionally, the board will consider various construction contracts and facility updates.

• Public hearing and vote on revisions to Board Policy Chapters 2, 3, 6, and 9
• Adoption of Precalculus Honors instructional materials
• Donation of former West Jacksonville Elementary No. 143 site to the City of Jacksonville
• Roof replacement contract for Neptune Beach Elementary School
• Approval of the School District Five Year Capital Plan 2022/2023 - 2026/2027

The Board approved the adoption of Savvas Learning Company's Precalculus Honors instructional materials and passed multiple revisions to board policies across chapters 2, 3, 6, and 9. A consent agenda was approved covering various personnel transactions, financial statements, and construction contracts.

• Approved adoption of Savvas Learning Company Precalculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic 10e (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Chapter 2 Policy 2.38 Audit Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Chapter 3 Policy 3.50 Public Information and Inspection of Records (7-0)
• Approved 19 revisions to Chapter 6 policies regarding employment and leave (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Chapter 9 policies on facilities, visitors, and sales surtax (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including a settlement with IBEW Local Union 177 (7-0)
• Approved roof replacement contract for Neptune Beach Elementary (7-0)
• Approved donation of former West Jacksonville Elementary site to the City of Jacksonville (7-0)

School Board

The Duval County School Board workshop includes a partner spotlight on the Cathedral Arts Project and a discussion regarding the Comprehensive Student Support Guide.

• Partner Spotlight - Cathedral Arts Project
• Comprehensive Student Support Guide discussion

The Board conducted a workshop featuring presentations on the Cathedral Arts Project and the Comprehensive Student Support Guide. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board

This Agenda Committee Meeting is focused on reviewing the draft agenda for the upcoming March 7, 2023, meeting. The meeting contains only procedural items.

• Review of the March 7, 2023, draft agenda

The Agenda Committee met to discuss items for the March 7, 2023, meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the session consisted of reviews and discussions regarding proposed agenda items.

School Board

This is a special meeting of the Duval County Public Schools School Board. The agenda consists of procedural items and a discussion regarding litigation shade. No specific details regarding the legal matters are provided in the document.

• Litigation shade discussion

The board approved the meeting agenda and conducted a closed litigation shade session. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded in the open session.

• Approved February 21, 2023, Agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

General

The subcommittee discussed streamlining the evaluation process for the Internal Board Auditor. Members reviewed current evaluation tools and discussed implementing weighted items, quarterly reports, and specific performance targets. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

School Board

The Duval County School Board is holding a special meeting for student expulsion hearings. The session focuses on Alternative Education - Behavioral Support cases.

• Expulsion hearing for L.N. (Office #2223-004)
• Expulsion hearing for D.H. (Office #2223-005)
• Expulsion hearing for K.G. (Office #2223-006)

School Board

This board workshop includes discussions on school media collections, school choice, and graduation rates. The agenda contains high-level topics for discussion without specific proposals or decisions listed.

• School media collection discussion
• School choice update
• School safety & security/grand jury update
• Graduation rate discussion
• Governance discussion

The Board held a workshop to discuss the review process for classroom library materials and updates on school choice. Representatives from Sniffen & Spellman, P.A. provided a summary of a grand jury report regarding school safety compliance. No formal votes were recorded during this workshop session.

• Discussed library review process to align with state statutes on indoctrination and pornography
• Reviewed school choice updates including parent surveys and showcase costs
• Received grand jury update summary indicating administration compliance efforts since 2019
• Discussed underreporting of gang-related activities in SESIR data
• Requested a more definitive procedure for classroom library vetting to provide clarity for principals

School Board

The board will hold public hearings and votes on revisions to Board Policy Chapters 4, 5, 6, and 8. The meeting also includes a proposal to declare West Jacksonville Elementary No. 143 as surplus property. Additionally, several charter school contract renewals are up for approval.

• Public hearings and votes on revisions to Board Policy Chapters 4, 5, 6, and 8
• Declaration of West Jacksonville Elementary No. 143 as surplus property
• Renewal applications for River City Science Academy Innovation and Duval Charter Scholars Academy
• Construction management agreements for Duncan U. Fletcher High School and Mandarin High School
• Adoption of December 2022 budget resolutions

School Board

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate for a member-to-member meeting. The single item listed for discussion is governance.

• Discussion of governance

Board members met to discuss the Duval County School Board Legislative Platform, focusing on workforce education, school staff shortages, and early learning. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this meeting.

School Board

The Policy Handbook Review Committee is meeting to discuss a wide range of board policies. These items cover topics such as employment requirements, employee leave, and facility use.

• Review of Board Policy 2.38 regarding the Audit Advisory Committee
• Discussion of various employee leave policies including medical and military leave
• Review of Board Policy 9.30 concerning use of facilities and grounds
• Review of Board Policy 7.71 on conflict of interest in purchasing

The committee reviewed proposed changes to various board policies covering employment, leave, and facility use. No formal votes were recorded; the committee discussed amendments and decided to revisit specific items after further review.

• Tabled decision on Board Policy 6.57 (Annual Leave) for further review
• Proposed adding quarterly public records reports to Board Policy 3.50 and Chapter 2
• Proposed returning conflict of interest purchasing policy (7.71) to the next meeting

School Board

This Agenda Committee Meeting is for reviewing the draft agenda for the February 7, 2023, meeting. The agenda contains only procedural items.

• Review of the February 7, 2023, draft agenda

The Agenda Committee met to discuss various items for the upcoming February 7, 2023, meeting. The session consisted of discussions and requests for additional information; no formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Discussed draft agenda items for February 7, 2023

General

The board will hold a workshop to discuss the Master Facility Plan Annual Enrollment Study and receive an update on legislative efforts.

• Master Facility Plan Annual Enrollment Study discussion
• Legislative efforts update

The Board held a workshop to review a third-party enrollment study and receive updates on legislative efforts. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

General

The Audit Advisory Committee will review financial and audit updates during this meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding governance matters, including a cybersecurity inquiry and quarterly reports.

• Finance update from CFO Michelle Begley
• Audit update from Lenia Blades, IBA
• Cybersecurity inquiry
• AAC Schedule of Deliverables
• AAC and IBA Quarterly Reports

The committee approved the January 12, 2023, agenda and the November 4, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed finance department vacancies, external audit findings, and the need for more frequent meetings to understand committee functions.

• Approved January 12, 2023, agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 4, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Scheduled next meetings for March 23, 2023, and May 11, 2023 (tentative)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:39 p.m. (5-0)

School Board

The Duval County Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss PMA 2 and blended learning. The agenda also includes an update on accreditation, governance, and the annual audit of internal funds.

• PMA 2 and blended learning discussion
• Annual audit of internal funds
• Accreditation update
• Governance discussion

The Board conducted a workshop to review student assessment data, the status of internal funds audits, and district accreditation. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:37 p.m. (7-0)

School Board

The board will conduct a public hearing and vote on modifications to the 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan. The agenda also includes decisions regarding school property, such as declaring West Jacksonville Elementary as surplus. Additionally, several construction and renovation projects for area high schools are up for consideration.

• Public hearing and vote: modifications to the 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan
• Declaration of West Jacksonville Elementary No. 143 as surplus property
• Acquisition of property at 13401 Lanier Road for Louis Sheffield Elementary co-location
• Selection of construction management firms for Mandarin Senior High and Duncan U. Fletcher High
• Labor settlements with AFSCME Florida Council 79 and LIUNA AFL-CIO

The Board approved modifications to the 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan following a public hearing. Members also passed a consent agenda covering various personnel transactions, financial statements, and facility contracts.

• Approved modifications to the 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including 30 items (7-0)
• Approved kitchen equipment contract awards to A. J. Anderson LLC, Aptitude Associates Inc., Coker Industrial Contractor Inc., Quantum Mechanical LLC, and Shifting Gears LLC (7-0)
• Approved travel for Board Members April A. Carney and Kelly Coker (7-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 agenda with changes to IT and Operations items (7-0)
• Approved minutes from five December 2022 meetings (7-0)