red clay composite school district public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Session - 7:00 p.m.
The Red Clay Board of Education is meeting to approve several action items, including the notice of election and ballot for an upcoming referendum, a revised payments policy, a tax abatement, and a $3,000 donation from Local Union 255. The board will also hear a presentation on the Wilmington Learning Collaborative and receive reports from various committees. The meeting includes public comment and recognitions.
- Approval of notice of election and ballot for upcoming referendum
- Approval of revised Board Policy 6005 - Payments
- Tax abatement of approximately $2,727 for Wilmington UDAG Corporation (parcel #26-032.20-095)
- Donation of $3,000 from Local Union 255 for Thanksgiving meals and trees
- Approval of strategic plan vision, mission, priorities, goals, and objectives
Executive Session - 6:00 p.m.
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, a legal matter (DP# 24-13), and personnel issues. These discussions are closed to the public under Delaware law. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Student disciplinary matters (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7))
- Legal matter DP# 24-13 (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4))
- Personnel issues (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9))
Regular Session
The Red Clay Board of Education voted to hold a special election on February 28, 2024, for a current expense tax increase totaling $0.50 per $100 of assessed value (about $27.3 million over three years) and a $128.2 million bond for school construction. The board also approved a $14 million energy savings lease, a five-year renewal for the Charter School of Wilmington, and several policy updates. The meeting included public comments, reports from the superintendent and committees, and consent items for personnel and contracts.
- Referendum: $0.30 per $100 tax increase in 2024-25, plus $0.10 in each of the next two years, totaling about $27.3 million for operating expenses
- Bond election: $128,206,651 for renovations at 14 elementary, 5 middle, and 4 high schools, plus Meadowood and Meadowood Annex
- ESCO project: lease up to $14 million for energy savings equipment
- Charter School of Wilmington: five-year renewal approved
- Donation: $3,000 from Just Mentoring for mentors at six schools
Executive Session
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. All items are for discussion and information only, with no public action expected. The meeting is closed to the public.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7)
- Potential litigation - Shortlidge (Spec. Ed.) under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9)
Board of Education Workshop
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education is holding a workshop to discuss a capital and operating referendum. The main item is a presentation by district officials on the referendum, followed by discussion among board members and administration. The meeting is primarily informational and deliberative, with no formal votes scheduled.
- Presentation on Capital & Operating Referendum by Dr. Ammann, Mrs. A. Mobley, and Mr. M. Michalski
- Discussion among Board members and Administration
Executive Session
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. All items are listed as discussions or information, and no votes or decisions are scheduled on the public agenda.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (7)
- Potential litigation under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (9)
Regular Session
The Red Clay Board of Education held its regular session, approving the agenda, minutes, and several action items including a revised staff social media policy, an Altria settlement, a $2,100 donation for early literacy, and a new HR associate director. The board also received presentations on the 2024 referendum and policy reviews, and heard committee reports.
- Approved revised Policy 4021 on staff electronic communication and social media
- Approved Altria settlement agreement
- Approved $2,100 donation from Delaware KIDS Fund and Harvey Hanna & Associates for early literacy packets
- Approved Hekima Wicker as Associate Director of Human Resources effective Oct 19, 2023
- Presented 2024 referendum preview and policy reviews (4004, 4022, 5013)
School Board Workshop: Student Success
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board is holding the first of a three-part workshop focused on student success. The agenda includes a presentation on curriculum and student achievement, followed by discussions on district priorities, teaching and learning updates, and a prioritized data review. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and presentation session.
- Presentation on Curriculum & Student Achievement (attachment: CSA Board Workhshop10_2.pdf, 6,596 KB)
- Discussion of District Priorities led by Dr. Tawanda J Bond, Sr. Director of Teaching & Learning
- Teaching & Learning Highlights & Updates from the T&L combined team
- Red Clay Prioritized Data Review led by Mr. Shawn Snyder, Manager of Assessment & Instruction
Regular Session - 7:00 pm
The Red Clay Board of Education is meeting to approve routine items including the financial position report, donations, an administrative assignment, and a nutrition services contract. They will also hear presentations on board policies under review and recognize Hispanic Heritage Month. Public comment is scheduled.
- Approved $1,000 donation from RiversEdge Advisors to H.B. DuPont Middle School for 'HB Families in Need'
- Approved $7,972 donation from AI DuPont High School Wrestling Alumni for the wrestling team
- Approved Christine Saggese as Assistant Principal at Linden Hill Elementary School
- Approved Nutrition Services Contract for fiscal years 2023-2026
- Presentations on draft policies 4021 (staff conduct/electronic communication) and 5013 (attendance zone review)
Executive Session - 6:00 pm
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public. The agenda covers student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues, all discussed under Delaware law exemptions. No public votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7)
- Potential litigation discussion under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9)
Regular Session - 7:00 pm
The Red Clay Board of Education held its regular session on August 16, 2023, approving several action items including a $289 million Certificate of Necessity for major capital improvements, the FY 24 preliminary budget, and multiple administrative appointments. The board also approved consent items for personnel and vendor contracts, and heard public comments.
- Approved Certificate of Necessity for $289,000,000 in major capital improvements to Delaware Department of Education
- Approved FY 24 Preliminary Budget
- Approved administrative assignments: Steven Morris (AI DuPont HS), Martin Regan (John Dickinson School), Adriane Simpson (Stanton Middle School)
- Approved $10,000 donation from Delaware Community Foundation to Richardson Park Elementary for facility upgrades
- Approved consent items including vendor contracts for related services, specialty teachers, and Linden Hill pavement rehabilitation
Special Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Red Clay Board of Education held a special meeting on August 7, 2023, to approve several administrative items. The board approved a modified 2023-2024 meeting calendar, board priorities (Referendum, Strategic Plan, Student Success), a superintendent evaluation tool, committee charge statements, and the appointment of Christopher Romano as principal of Lewis Dual Language Elementary. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved 23-24 Board of Ed. priorities: Referendum, Strategic Plan, Student Success
- Adopted Superintendent Evaluation tool from Feb 13, 2023 workshop
- Approved charge statements for BPRC, Student & Family Handbook, CFRC, Facilities committees
- Approved Christopher Romano as Principal of Lewis Dual Language Elementary
- Approved modified 2023-2024 board meeting calendar
Board of Education Retreat
This is a full-day Board of Education retreat, not a regular business meeting. The board will receive a presentation on board member roles from the Delaware School Boards Association, discuss committee assignments and self-evaluation, and work with Hanover Research on the district's mission, vision, and values. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- DSBA overview and board member roles/responsibilities presentation
- Discussion of board committees and self-evaluation
- Hanover Research workshop on mission, vision, and values
- Review of proposed 2023-2024 school board meeting dates
- Team building activities scheduled throughout the day
Executive Session - 6:00 -7:00
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in a closed executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. No public decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda is limited to confidential discussion items.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del.C. § 10004(b)(7)
- Potential litigation under 29 Del.C. § 10004(b)(4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del.C. § 10004(b)(9)
Organizational Meeting and Regular Session - 7:00 p.m.
The Red Clay Board of Education held its organizational meeting and regular session, swearing in two new members and reorganizing. The board approved the FY 2024 tax rate, two principal appointments, salary scales for non-union staff, and several other action items, including retaining legal counsel for social media litigation. Presentations covered the tax rate, preliminary budget, and an AI taskforce report.
- Approved FY 2024 tax rate as submitted
- Approved Devearl Royster Jr. as Principal of John Dickinson School (effective July 17, 2023)
- Approved Martin Cresci as Principal of A.I. DuPont High School (effective July 13, 2023)
- Approved donations totaling $3,500 for National Spelling Bee travel expenses
- Retained law firm Baird, Mandalas, Brockstedt & Federico for social media litigation
Executive Session - 6:00 pm
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public. The agenda lists three confidential topics: student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel matters. No decisions or public actions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.
- Student disciplinary matters (closed session)
- Potential litigation (closed session)
- Personnel matters (closed session)
Regular Session - 7:00 pm
The Red Clay Board of Education held its regular session on June 21, 2023, approving a new teacher contract for 2023-2026, a secretarial contract, a revised student handbook, and several policy updates. The board also accepted a $1,500 donation for the Early Years Program and approved consent items including personnel reports and vendor contracts for pavement work at two schools. Committee reports and information items were presented for discussion.
- Approved Teacher Contract effective Sept. 1, 2023 through Aug. 31, 2026
- Approved Secretarial Contract for 2023-2024
- Accepted $1,500 donation from First State Tattoo to Early Years Program
- Approved revised Student & Family Handbook (formerly Code of Conduct)
- Approved pavement rehabilitation contracts for Richey Elementary and AI DuPont High School
Special Executive Session
The Red Clay Composite School District Board is holding a special executive session to discuss potential litigation and personnel matters. The session is closed to the public under Delaware law. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session on potential litigation (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4))
- Closed session on personnel matters (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9))
- Session runs 6:00–7:30 p.m. at District Office Boardroom, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington
Executive Session - 6:00 pm
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in a closed executive session on May 10, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda lists three categories for discussion: student disciplinary matters, legal matters, and personnel issues. No specific items are listed under student disciplinary matters, and the other two items are marked for discussion and information only. The meeting is held in person at Cab Calloway School of the Arts Library with a Zoom option for members only.
- Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (7) for student disciplinary matters — no specific items listed
- Legal matters discussion under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (4)
- Personnel issues discussion under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (9)
- In-person meeting at Cab Calloway School of the Arts Library, 100 N. DuPont Road, Wilmington
Executive Session - 6:00 pm
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. No votes or public decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only these three confidential discussion items.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (7)
- Potential litigation under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (9)
School Board Workshop
The Red Clay Composite School District School Board is holding a workshop to discuss the superintendent evaluation process, presented by Dr. Alison Myers. The agenda also includes a general discussion item for administrators and board members, followed by adjournment. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and discussion-focused.
- Presentation on Superintendent Evaluation Process by Dr. Alison Myers
- Discussion item for Admin. & School Board Members
- Meeting held at Administrative Offices, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE
Executive Session
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. These are closed-session topics under Delaware law, so no public decisions or votes are expected.
- Student disciplinary matters (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7))
- Potential litigation (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4))
- Personnel issues (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9))
Executive Session
The Red Clay Composite School District board is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. The agenda lists only these three broad categories with no specific details provided, and all items are marked for discussion and information only.
- Student disciplinary case #23-01E
- Potential litigation discussion
- Personnel issues discussion
- Meeting held via hybrid model at Richardson Park Elem. School
Regular Session
The Red Clay Board of Education is meeting to approve several action items, including the creation of a Comprehensive District Wide School Safety Committee and the annual evaluation of the Superintendent. The board will also approve the Financial Position Report and consent items for personnel and vendor contracts. Public comment and committee reports are also on the agenda.
- Creation of Comprehensive District Wide School Safety Committee (approved 4-3)
- Annual Superintendent evaluation approved
- Financial Position Report as of December 21, 2023 approved
- Consent items: security cameras contract with Assurance Media/ARG Communications
- Information: food service extension with U.S. Foodservice, projectors at multiple schools with Power Plus Electrical Contracting