Seaford School District public meetings in 2020

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved negotiated agreements with the Seaford Education Association, Custodial Association, and Support Staff Association. The board also approved the choice program capacity report, monthly financial reports, policy GCH second reading, and the personnel agenda. Discussions included grading policy, mentoring, and the January 11 reopening plan. The board entered executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approval of negotiated agreement with Seaford Education Association
• Approval of negotiated agreement with Seaford Custodial Association
• Approval of negotiated agreement with Seaford Support Staff Association
• Approval of choice program capacity report
• Discussion on January 11 reopening

The Board approved negotiated agreements with the Seaford Education, Custodial, and Support Staff Associations. The Board also approved a personnel agenda including several appointments and resignations, and a policy regarding professional staff orientation. District officials announced a plan to return to hybrid learning on January 11, 2021.

• Approved negotiated agreement with Seaford Education Association (4-0)
• Approved negotiated agreement with Seaford Custodial Association (4-0)
• Approved negotiated agreement with Seaford Support Staff Association (4-0)
• Approved 2nd reading of policy GCH- Professional Staff Orientation (4-0)
• Approved choice program capacity report (4-0)
• Approved monthly financial reports (4-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including appointments and resignations (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 11/16/20 board meeting (4-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education voted unanimously to approve two waivers under Delaware Code: one allowing schools to receive less than 98% of Division I units generated, and another allowing student-to-instructor ratios in K-3 to exceed the standard. The board also approved the first reading of a revision to policy GCH on professional staff orientation, monthly financial reports, and the personnel agenda for November 2020. The meeting included an executive session for personnel matters and legal updates.

• Approved waiver under Title 14 §1704 waiving the requirement that each school receives at least 98% of Division I units.
• Approved waiver under Title 14 §1705A allowing student-to-instructor ratios in K-3 to exceed the standard.
• Approved first reading of revised policy GCH on professional staff orientation and training.
• Approved monthly financial reports as presented.
• Approved personnel agenda for November 2020.

The Board approved the renewal of 20 administrative contracts and a comprehensive personnel agenda including resignations and new appointments. Members also approved two state code waivers regarding school units and student-to-instructor ratios. A first reading of the revised Professional Staff Orientation and Training policy was approved.

• Approved renewal of 20 administrative contracts (5-0)
• Approved waiver for section 1704 regarding Division I units (5-0)
• Approved waiver for section 1705A regarding student-to-instructor ratios (5-0)
• Approved first reading of revised policy GCH for Professional Staff Orientation (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial reports (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including resignations, terminations, and appointments (5-0)
• Approved addendum to Superintendent's contract regarding extension and salary (5-0)
• Approved 10/19/20 board meeting minutes (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved several action items including removing Policy JIE-Pregnant Students, removing supervision and evaluation policies (GCN and GCO series), and approving school choice applications 2020-21-47 through 2020-21-52. The board also approved the monthly financial report and the personnel agenda. The meeting included public participation via email and an executive session for personnel matters and legal updates.

• Removal of Policy JIE-Pregnant Students as an active policy
• Removal of GCN and GCO supervision/evaluation policies and related regulations/exhibits
• Approval of school choice applications 2020-21-47 through 2020-21-52
• Approval of monthly financial report
• Approval of personnel agenda (all items A-G, with separate vote on E-6)

The Board of Education approved several personnel appointments and resignations, including the appointment of Amari Rickards as a temporary Special Education Teacher. The board also voted to remove policies regarding pregnant students and professional staff supervision and evaluation. Additionally, school choice applications and the monthly financial report were approved.

• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-47 through 2020-21-52 (5-0)
• Removed Policy JIE - Pregnant Students as an active policy (5-0)
• Removed GCN-R and GCN-E-1 through GCN-E-26 regarding Supervision of Professional Staff (5-0)
• Removed GCO-R and GCO-E-1 through GCO-11 regarding Evaluation of Professional Staff (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda items A-G omitting E 6 (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda item E-6 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved minutes from 09/21/20 and 10/5/20 meetings (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Public Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education will approve the meeting agenda and hear public participation requests. It will receive reports on the district's COVID‑19 reopening plans and on Delaware school funding. The board will then enter executive session to consider personnel and legal matters before adjourning.

• Approve agenda (action)
• Public participation requests (email by Oct 2, 2020)
• Presentation of Seaford reopening plans
• Presentation of Delaware school funding
• Executive session for personnel and legal matters

The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and received detailed reports on school reopening plans, COVID-19 safety protocols, and state education funding. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the session.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The board approved several routine items, including school choice applications, first review of policies on staff supervision and evaluation, joining the DSBA's stance on a JUUL class action lawsuit, the 2020-2021 goals and priorities, the monthly financial report, and certificate of necessity applications. Reports and presentations included a reopening update and DIAA update. The meeting also included public participation and an executive session on personnel and legal matters.

• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-38 through 2020-21-46
• Approved first review of Policy GCN (Supervision of Professional Staff) and GCO (Evaluation of Professional Staff)
• Approved joining DSBA's stance on JUUL class action lawsuit
• Approved 2020-2021 Goals & Priorities
• Approved monthly financial report and certificate of necessity applications

The Board approved the 2020-2021 Goals & Priorities and voted to join the DSBA's stance on the JUUL class action lawsuit. Members also approved several school choice applications and conducted first reviews of professional staff supervision and evaluation policies.

• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-38 through 2020-21-46 (5-0)
• Approved 1st review of Policy GCN-Supervision of Professional Staff (5-0)
• Approved 1st review of Policy GCO-Evaluation of Professional Staff (5-0)
• Approved joining DSBA's stance on JUUL class action lawsuit (5-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 Goals & Priorities (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 08/17/20 Board Meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 9/3/20 Board Meeting (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education will hold a virtual meeting to act on school choice applications and handle procedural items. The board is scheduled to approve school choice applications 2020-21-24 through 2020-21-37. Public participation was accepted via email prior to the meeting.

• Approval of school choice applications 2020-21-24 through 2020-21-37
• Approval of the meeting agenda with additions/deletions
• Public participation via email by August 31, 2020
• Possible executive session per Delaware Code Title 29, Subsection 10004(b)

The Board of Education approved school choice applications numbered 2020-21-24 through 2020-21-37. No other substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-24 through 2020-21-37
• Approved meeting agenda

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education voted to approve a hybrid model for reopening schools, with an amendment to switch to remote learning if Delaware Division of Public Health data reaches unsafe levels. The board also approved school choice applications, monthly financial and position reports, and the personnel agenda. Presentations included an equity workgroup update and reopening schools data analysis. The board entered executive session for personnel matters and a legal update.

• Approved reopening schools in a hybrid model with a remote-learning contingency based on DPH data
• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-12 through 2020-21-23
• Approved the monthly financial report and financial position report
• Entered executive session for personnel matters and legal update
• Heard a presentation from the Seaford School District Equity Workgroup and reopening schools data analysis

The Board approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, the monthly financial report, and school choice applications. Members reviewed a detailed hybrid reopening plan involving student cohorts, cleaning protocols, and remote learning options.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 08/03/20 Board Meeting (5-0)
• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-12 through 2020-21-23 (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved the agenda and minutes from the July 20 meeting. It then approved the revised 2020‑2021 school calendar as presented. The board also approved the second reading of the Title IX policy and the first reading to rescind the policy for pregnant students. Finally, the board entered executive session for personnel and legal matters and accepted the personnel agenda.

• Approval of revised 2020‑2021 School calendar
• Second reading approval of JIIIA – Title IX policy
• First reading to rescind Policy JIE – Pregnant Students
• Acceptance of personnel agenda items A‑I
• Entry into executive session for personnel and legal matters

The Board approved the revised 2020-2021 school calendar and the second reading of the Title IX policy. Members also voted to begin the process of rescinding the policy regarding pregnant students and approved several personnel appointments and resignations.

• Approved revised 2020-2021 School calendar (5-0)
• Approved second reading of JIIIA - Title IX (5-0)
• Approved first reading to rescind policy JIE - Pregnant Students (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda items A-I, including administrative and professional staff appointments (5-0)
• Approved $30 hourly rate of pay for summer school employees (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 07/20/20 (4-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education conducted reorganization elections for its leadership roles. The board also approved several operational items including the FY 21 preliminary budget, meal prices, and athletic ticket prices.

• Election of David Tull as President
• Election of Kimberly Hopkins as Vice President
• Approval of FY 21 Preliminary Budget
• Approval of Nutrition Services Meal Prices for the 2020-2021 school year
• Approval of Athletic ticket prices for the upcoming school year

The Board of Education elected new leadership and approved the FY 21 preliminary budget, meal and athletic ticket prices, and several Memorandums of Understanding. The board also approved the 2020-2021 meeting schedule and a first reading of policy JIIIA regarding Title IX.

• Elected David Tull as President (3-1-1) and Kimberly Hopkins as Vice President (5-0)
• Approved FY 21 preliminary budget (5-0)
• Approved Nutrition Services Meal Prices and Athletic ticket prices (5-0)
• Approved first reading of JIIIA - Title IX (5-0)
• Approved SEA, SSSA, and SCA Memorandums of Understanding (5-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 board meeting dates and times (5-0)
• Approved annual leave carryover of excess days for up to six months (5-0)
• Approved May and June financial reports (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved the 2020-2021 tax rate as presented. The meeting also included routine items such as agenda approval, pledge of allegiance, public participation, and adjournment. The board noted the possibility of entering executive session per Delaware Code.

• Approval of 2020-2021 tax rate (specific figures not provided in agenda)
• Public participation via email request by July 6
• Executive session statement referencing Delaware Code Title 29, Subsection 10004(b)

The Board of Education met on July 8, 2020, to establish the tax rate for the upcoming school year. The board approved the 2020-2021 tax rate as presented.

• Approved 2020-2021 tax rate (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education met on June 2, 2020, and approved several routine items including the agenda, minutes, school choice applications, financial report, facility requests, and a personnel agenda. The board also entered executive session for personnel matters and legal updates. Public participation was accepted via email prior to the meeting.

• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-3 through 2020-21-10
• Approved the financial report as presented
• Approved the facilities request as presented
• Approved the personnel agenda (no specifics provided in source)
• Entered executive session for personnel matters and legal update

The Board approved a comprehensive personnel agenda including new hires, resignations, and extra duty appointments. Other approved items included school choice applications for the 2020-21 year, the financial report, and facility requests.

• Approved school choice applications 2020-21-3 through 2020-21-10 (5-0)
• Approved Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved facility requests (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including administrative and professional staff appointments (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 stipend for Doug Henry as Coordinator of Buildings & Grounds (5-0)
• Approved various fall athletics and extra duty appointments (5-0)
• Approved medical leave of absence for employee PMS1119 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 05/04/20 Board Meeting (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education held a routine meeting, approving minutes, the March financial report, the financial position report, and a personnel agenda with two separate votes. The board also entered executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approval of March Financial Report
• Approval of Financial Position Report
• Approval of personnel agenda items A-M omitting F-20 and G-4
• Approval of personnel items F-20 and G-4 (with one abstention)
• Entry into executive session for personnel/legal update

The Board approved the March financial report and the financial position report. Members also approved a comprehensive personnel agenda including new appointments, resignations, and athletic coaching assignments for the 2020-2021 school year.

• Approved March Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved Financial Position Report (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda items A-M, omitting F-20 and G-4 (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda items F-20 and G-4 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved 18 professional staff appointments for 2020-2021
• Approved termination of two teachers effective June 30, 2020
• Approved end of temporary contracts for 18 professional and 20 support staff
• Approved fall athletics appointments for 2020-2021

Seaford Board of Education Special Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education held a special meeting on April 7, 2020, and voted to approve an adjustment to the 2019-20 school calendar. The meeting also included approval of the agenda, pledge of allegiance, and public participation.

• Approval of 2019-2020 District Calendar Adjustment

The Board approved adjustments to the 2019-20 school calendar. Changes include extending the 3rd marking period and implementing a pass/fail grading system for K-8 students in the 4th marking period.

• Approved 2019-2020 District Calendar Adjustment (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education met to discuss a referendum and a possible modification of the 2020 spring break. They approved routine items including school choice applications, the 2020-21 district calendar, and the February financial report. The board also entered executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Discussion of referendum (item 6.03)
• Discussion of modification of 2020 spring break (item 6.04)
• Approval of school choice applications 2019-20-47 and 2020-21-1 through 2020-21-2
• Approval of 2020-21 district calendar
• Approval of February financial report

Seaford Board of Education Workshop Session

The board will receive informational presentations on a school presentation, superintendent's communications, HR/recruiting, the SRO year in review, a student representative, and a referendum update. They also approved a field trip agenda and voted to enter executive session for personnel and legal matters. The meeting included routine procedural actions with no major decisions or financial items on the public agenda.

• Referendum update presented as information
• SRO year-in-review presentation
• Field trip agenda approved
• Executive session for personnel and legal matters

The Board of Education approved the field trip agenda and the meeting agenda. Members received presentations on high school culture, recruiting processes, and the School Resource Officer program.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved field trip agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session for personnel and legal matters (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education is meeting on February 18, 2020, to discuss and vote on several routine items including approval of minutes, a field trip, a school choice application, and the January financial report. Presentations on career and technical education (CTE), behavioral health, and the upcoming referendum are scheduled. The board also enters executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Presentation on upcoming referendum (information only, no decision)
• Approval of school choice application 2019-20-46
• Approval of January Financial Report
• Approval of field trip agenda
• Presentations on CTE and behavioral health

The Board approved the January financial report, a school choice application, and a field trip agenda. Members also voted to approve a comprehensive personnel agenda including resignations, appointments, and extra duty roles for athletics and after-school programs.

• Approved January Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including staff resignations and appointments (5-0)
• Approved school choice application 2019-20-46 (5-0)
• Approved field trip agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of 01/27/20 Board Meeting (5-0)
• Approved agenda additions/deletions (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education voted to approve the second reading of a policy for homeless students, a school choice application, a field trip, financial reports, and the personnel agenda during its Jan. 27, 2020 meeting. The board also heard presentations on after-school meals and the Project Search online portal, and entered executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approved second reading of Policy for Homeless Students (JLG)
• Approved School Choice application 2019-20-45
• Approved December Financial Report as presented
• Approved Financial Position Report as presented
• Approved personnel agenda with two corrections

The Board of Education approved a policy for homeless students and a school choice application. Members also approved the December financial reports and a comprehensive personnel agenda including administrative and teaching appointments.

• Approved second reading of Policy for Homeless Students (5-0)
• Approved School Choice application 2019-20-45 (5-0)
• Approved field trip agenda (5-0)
• Approved December Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved Financial Position Report (5-0)
• Appointed Zulieka Horsey as Seaford High School Principal (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including temporary teaching and support staff appointments (5-0)
• Approved spring athletics coaching appointments (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Workshop Session

This is a workshop session with no voting items beyond approving the agenda and adjourning. The board will hear presentations from the school, superintendent, and on discipline, special education, and a referendum. The board will later enter executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• School presentation (slides attached as WS Board Workshop Presentation January 2020.ppt)
• Superintendent's communications report
• Discipline presentation (slides attached as SS Board Workshop presentation 1.6.2020.ppt)
• Special education presentation
• Referendum presentation

The Board held a workshop session featuring presentations on West Seaford's priorities, student discipline, and special education. The Board was briefed on a planned referendum for operating expenses to address rising costs for salaries, utilities, and transportation.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:32 p.m. (5-0)