Seaford School District public meetings in 2023

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education will vote on several action items including the FY24 final budget, the FY24 technology salary schedule, and multiple change orders for school construction projects. The board will also consider first and second readings of policies on homework and criminal history record information. Reports on school safety, school choice, and a homework policy discussion are scheduled.

• Approve Final Budget FY24
• Approve FY24 Technology Salary Schedule
• Approve Change Order #6 and #7 for SEA_22001-FDE-SBHC (school health center)
• First reading of IKB Homework Policy
• Second reading of GBJA Criminal History Record Information Policy

The Board approved the Final Budget for FY24 and the FY24 Technology Salary Schedule. Members also approved several facility change orders and updated the homework and criminal history record policies. The Board denied one tax penalty request and processed multiple personnel contracts and resignations.

• Approved Final Budget FY24 (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Technology Salary Schedule (4-0)
• Approved second reading of GBJA Criminal History Record Information Policy (4-0)
• Approved first reading of IKB Homework Policy (4-0)
• Approved Change Orders #6 and #7 for SEA_22001-FDE-SBHC and #4 for SEA_21005_SMS_MEP1 (4-0)
• Denied Tax Penalty Request (4-0)
• Approved renewal of 8 administrative contracts for Associate Principals (4-0)
• Approved field trip agenda (4-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education met on November 13, 2023 and approved several agenda items. The board voted to approve school choice application 2024-63, the field‑trip agenda, the facility‑request agenda, a change‑order request (SEA_21005_FDE-MEP1_CO-001), and the financial reports. Additional actions included approvals of policy readings and waivers. The meeting concluded with adjournment after public participation was invited.

• Approve school choice application 2024-63
• Approve field‑trip agenda as presented
• Approve facility‑request agenda as presented
• Approve SEA_21005_FDE-MEP1_CO-001 change‑order request
• Approve financial reports as presented

The Board approved multiple policy readings regarding staff conduct, student travel, and criminal history records. They also approved a series of personnel appointments and resignations, along with financial reports and facility requests.

• Approved first reading of GBJA Criminal History Record Information Policy (5-0)
• Approved second reading of GBEBB Staff Conduct With Students Policy (5-0)
• Approved second reading of GBL Staff Awards and Recognition Policy (5-0)
• Approved second reading of JJH Student Travel Policy (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including appointments and resignations (5-0)
• Approved financial reports (5-0)
• Approved school choice application 2024-63 (5-0)
• Approved waiver for student-to-instructor ratios in K-3 (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education voted on multiple actions including approving revised nutrition services meal prices for 2023-2024, a change order for project SEA_21005_WSE-PLR, and first readings of policies on staff conduct with students, staff awards, and student travel. The board also approved school choice applications, field trips, facility requests, a voluntary school assessment board resolution, a revised HB 475 Enhanced MCI Improvement Plan, a financial report, and a personnel agenda. Discussions included a beginning-of-year data review and policy reviews.

• Approved revised Nutrition Services Meal Prices for 2023-2024
• Approved change order request SEA_21005_WSE-PLR
• Approved first reading of GBEBB Staff Conduct With Students Policy
• Approved first reading of JJH Student Travel Policy
• Approved Voluntary School Assessment Board Resolution

The Board approved several first and second readings of district policies regarding staff conduct, awards, and student travel. Members also approved a change order request, revised meal prices, and a financial report. Numerous staff resignations and appointments were processed.

• Approved second reading of GB General Personnel Policies
• Approved first reading of GBEBB Staff Conduct With Students Policy
• Approved first reading of GBL Staff Awards and Recognition Policy
• Approved first reading of JJH Student Travel Policy
• Approved Nutrition Services Meal Prices - Revised
• Approved SEA_21005_WSE-PLR Change Order Request
• Approved Revised HB 475 Enhanced MCI Improvement Plan
• Approved Voluntary School Assessment Board Resolution

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education met on September 18, 2023, and approved a series of routine and action items. Key actions included approving school choice applications, field trips, facility requests, the first reading of general personnel policies, multiple change orders and allowance authorizations for construction projects, monthly financial reports, and the personnel agenda. The board also discussed the Voluntary School Assessment and general personnel policies.

• Approved school choice applications 2024-61 and 2024-62
• Approved first reading of GB General Personnel Policies
• Approved Change Order Request 2 and 3 for project SEA_21005_SMS-ATHF
• Approved Allowance Authorization 3 for SEA_21005_SMS_MEP1 and Allowance Authorizations 4 and 5 for SEA_22001-FDE-SBHC
• Approved personnel agenda with item I-2 passing with one abstention

The Board approved several facility change orders and allowance authorizations. Members also voted on a series of personnel appointments, resignations, and the first reading of general personnel policies. The meeting included reports on a new school-based health center and upcoming security system updates.

• Approved school choice applications 2024-61 and 2024-62
• Approved first reading of GB General Personnel Policies
• Approved Change Order Requests 2 and 3 for SEA_21005_SMS-ATHF
• Approved Allowance Authorization 3 for SEA_21005_SMS_MEP1
• Approved Allowance Authorizations 4 and 5 for SEA_22001-FDE-SBHC
• Approved monthly financial reports
• Approved appointment of Virginia Hastings as Director of Special Programs
• Approved field trip and facility request agendas

Seaford Board of Education Special Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education held a special meeting to approve the meeting agenda, designate the Superintendent as Executive Secretary, and adopt the field trip and personnel agendas. Public participation procedures were reiterated, and the board indicated it may enter executive session for personnel, legal, and student matters. All motions were passed by vote.

• Approve agenda with additions/deletions
• Designate Superintendent as Executive Secretary
• Approve field trip agenda as presented
• Approve personnel agenda as presented
• Enter executive session for personnel, legal, and student matters

The Board approved a personnel agenda including several resignations, new staff appointments, and athletic coaching roles. The Board also approved the field trip agenda and designated the Superintendent as Executive Secretary.

• Designated Superintendent as Executive Secretary (3-0)
• Approved field trip agenda (3-0)
• Approved professional staff resignations for Elise Bell, Jessica Redmond, Cathy Niblett-Sharp, and Nicole Shupard (3-0-1)
• Approved support staff resignations for Ronnekia Cannon, Nicole Langley, and Sarah James (3-0-1)
• Approved administrative appointments for Apryl Peppard and Nicole Ickes (3-0-1)
• Approved professional and support staff appointments for Angela Anderson, Deana Morris, Dorothea Rosa-Rollwagen, Lebron Young, and Jair Moore (3-0-1)
• Approved intent to terminate employee SMS0515 for neglect of duties (3-0-1)
• Approved fall athletics extra duty appointments for Connor Graybeal, Rob Edmondson, and Catherine Loch (3-0-1)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved several action items including meal and athletic ticket prices for the 2023-2024 school year, a memorandum of understanding for bus driver salaries, and multiple construction-related allowance authorizations and change orders for school facilities. The board also discussed facilities planning, the student handbook and code of conduct, and school nutrition program procurement. Reports from the superintendent and board communications were presented.

• Approved 2023-2024 Nutrition Services Meal Prices
• Approved 2023-2024 Athletic Ticket Prices
• Approved MOU with Seaford Support Staff Association for Bus Driver Salaries
• Approved roofing restoration at Blades Elementary School (SEA23001-BLRFRN)
• Approved multiple allowance authorizations for Seaford Middle School and West Seaford Elementary projects

The Board of Education appointed Dr. Sharon DiGirolamo as the new Superintendent of the Seaford School District. The board also approved various facility allowance authorizations, meal and athletic ticket prices, and a memorandum regarding bus driver salaries.

• Approved selection of Dr. Sharon DiGirolamo as Superintendent (5-0)
• Approved Nutrition Services Meal Prices (5-0)
• Approved Athletic Ticket Prices (5-0)
• Approved MOU for Bus Driver Salaries (5-0)
• Approved school choice applications 2023-24-7 and 2023-24-52 through 2023-24-58; denied 2023-24-50, 2023-24-51, 2023-24-59, and 2023-24-60 (5-0)
• Approved Blades Elementary School Roofing Restoration SEA23001-BLRFRN (5-0)
• Approved multiple facility allowance authorizations and change orders for SMS and WSE (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial and Financial Position Reports (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Retreat

The Seaford Board of Education will hold a retreat to discuss priorities for the 2023-24 school year, enter executive session for personnel and legal matters, and vote on the personnel agenda. The meeting includes a public participation period with an email deadline of August 4, 2023.

• Discussion of SY 23-24 Board/Superintendent Priorities
• Executive session to discuss personnel and legal issues
• Approval of personnel agenda
• Public participation via email by 4 p.m. on August 4

The Board approved the personnel agenda, including a resignation and a new appointment for the Director of Instruction. Members also discussed superintendent priorities, board self-evaluation, and district branding.

• Approved resignation of Dr. Kelly Carvajal Hageman, Director of Instruction (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Kirsten Jennette, Director of Instruction (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel and legal issues (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting Special Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education is holding a special meeting to approve the personnel agenda and discuss personnel matters and legal updates in executive session. The board will also hear public comments and approve the meeting agenda. The personnel agenda is attached as a PDF.

• Approval of personnel agenda (Action item 6.01)
• Executive session for personnel matters and legal updates
• Public participation deadline: 4 p.m. July 24, 2023, via email to [email protected]
• Meeting held at District Administrative Office, 390 N. Market St. Ext., Seaford, DE

The Board of Education approved a voluntary professional staff transfer for Vincent Evans. The board also held an executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal updates.

• Approved transfer of Vincent Evans from Dean of Students to Athletic Director (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Entered and exited executive session for personnel and legal matters (4-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education met and took action on several items, including installing a new member, reorganizing board leadership, and approving a series of change orders for school renovation projects. The board also approved the 2023-2024 meeting calendar and a personnel agenda. All motions passed unanimously or with minimal abstentions.

• Installation of new board member via oath of office
• Election of board president and vice president
• Approval of 2023-2024 board meeting dates and times
• Approval of two change orders for Frederick Douglass Elementary School health center renovations
• Approval of change orders for West Seaford Elementary parking lot and Seaford Middle School athletic facility

The Board elected Kimberly Hopkins as President and Jeffrey Benson as Vice President. Members approved several change orders for school renovations and the 2023-2024 meeting schedule. The Board also approved the appointment of Austin Perry as Head Football Coach for Seaford High School.

• Elected Kimberly Hopkins as Board President (unanimous)
• Elected Jeffrey Benson as Board Vice President (unanimous)
• Designated Superintendent Dr. Corey Miklus as Executive Secretary
• Approved 2023-2024 Board Meeting Dates (5-0)
• Approved Frederick Douglass Elementary School Health Center Renovations Change Orders #1 and #2 (5-0)
• Approved West Seaford Elementary School Parking Lot Renovations Change Order #1 (5-0)
• Approved Seaford Middle School Athletic Facility Change Orders #1, #2, and #3 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Austin Perry as Head Football Coach at Seaford High School (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The board approved three new collective bargaining agreements with the Seaford Custodians Association, Support Staff Association, and Education Association, covering July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026. They also approved the FY 2024 preliminary budget, tax rates, and salary schedules. Other actions included school choice applications, policy revisions (Tobacco Free Schools, student tobacco/drug use), an anonymous donation, and personnel items. The meeting also featured reviews of goals on behavioral health and recruitment.

• Approval of three collective bargaining agreements (Seaford Custodians, Support Staff, Education Association) for 2023-2026
• Approval of FY 2024 preliminary budget, tax rates, and salary schedules
• School choice applications approved for 2023-24-39 through 47, denied 48-49
• Second reading of policies: ADC Tobacco Free Schools, JICG Tobacco Use by Students, JICH Drug and Alcohol Use by Students
• Opportunity Fund Waiver and anonymous donation approved

The Board of Education approved the FY 2024 preliminary budget, tax rates, and salary schedules. It also ratified three collective bargaining agreements for custodians, support staff, and the education association. Additionally, the board approved second readings for policies regarding tobacco, drugs, and alcohol use by students.

• Approved FY 2024 preliminary budget (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024 tax rates (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024 salary schedules (4-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreements for Custodians, Support Staff, and Education Association (4-0 each)
• Approved second reading of policies ADC (Tobacco Free Schools), JICG (Tobacco Use by Students), and JICH (Drug and Alcohol Use by Students) (4-0 each)
• Approved school choice applications 2023-24-39 through 2023-24-47 and denied 2023-24-48 and 2023-24-49 (4-0)
• Approved Opportunity Fund Waiver and an anonymous donation (4-0 each)
• Approved monthly financial reports (4-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved transportation start and end times for the 2023-24 school year, along with first readings of policies on tobacco-free schools and student drug/alcohol use. The board also approved a second reading of the sexual harassment policy and the Title IX policy, and authorized a request for proposals for a roof replacement at Blades Elementary School. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on a personnel item.

• Approved transportation start and end times for 23-24 school year
• Authorized Request for Proposals for Blades Elementary School roof replacement
• Approved first readings of policies ADC (Tobacco Free Schools), JICG (Tobacco Use by Students), and JICH (Drug and Alcohol Use by Students)
• Approved second readings of policies GBAA (Sexual Harassment) and JIIIA (Title IX)
• Approved rescission of four school choice approvals from prior years

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education met to approve several administrative actions, including school choice applications and field trip agendas. The board also conducted first and second readings for multiple district policies regarding cash handling, sexual harassment, and Title IX.

• Approval of school choice applications 2023-24-37, 2023-24-38, and 2022-23-49; denial of 2022-23-50
• First reading of Policy DM Cash in Schools/Buildings
• Second reading of Policy DFC Rentals and Service Charges
• Second reading of Policy DFD Gate Receipts and Admissions
• Second reading of Policy DJA Purchasing Authority

The Board approved a comprehensive personnel agenda including new appointments, resignations, and the end of temporary assignments. Several district policies received first or second readings, and the board approved financial reports and school choice applications.

• Approved school choice applications 2023-24-37, 2023-24-38, and 2022-23-49; denied 2022-23-50 (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy DM Cash in Schools/Buildings (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Policy DFC Rentals and Service Charges (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Policy DFD Gate Receipts and Admissions (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Policy DJA Purchasing Authority (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy GBAA Sexual Harassment and Policy JIIIA Title IX (5-0)
• Approved Financial Position and Monthly Financial Reports (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including staff appointments and resignations (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved the 2023-2024 school calendar, multiple policy updates (including Title IX and fiscal management), and awarded a parking lot renovation contract at West Seaford Elementary. The board also acted on school choice applications, field trips, facility requests, and monthly financial reports.

• Approval of 2023-2024 school calendar
• Second reading of Policy JIIIA Seaford School District Title IX
• First reading of Policy DFC Rentals and Service Charges
• Award of West Seaford Elementary parking lot renovations (SEA22002-WSE_PLR)
• Non-award of Frederick Douglass ES health center renovations contingent on funding

The Board of Education approved the 2023-2024 school calendar and several fiscal and administrative policies. The board also awarded contracts for parking lot and health center renovations and approved various personnel appointments and resignations.

• Approved 2023-2024 School Calendar (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Title IX, Fiscal Management, Annual Operating Budget, and Budgeting System policies (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Rentals and Service Charges, Gate Receipts, and Purchasing Authority policies (5-0)
• Approved West Seaford Elementary parking lot renovations (5-0)
• Approved Frederick Douglass ES Health Center renovations contingent on funding (5-0)
• Approved school choice applications 2022-23-47, 2022-23-48, and 2023-24-36 (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial reports (5-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including 10 appointments and 3 resignations (5-0)

Seaford Board of Education Public Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education held a public meeting featuring reports on student behavior, school safety, special education, Title I funds, teacher recruitment, educator preparation partnerships, ESSER II and III funding, and facility projects. The board voted to approve a field trip agenda. An executive session was held for personnel, legal, and student matters.

• Approval of field trip agenda
• Presentation on District Level Crisis Team and school safety
• Update on ESSER II and III funding with budget oversight finance report
• Discussion of facility projects and projects to be completed before 2023-2024 school year
• Report on Teacher Recruiting and Ed Prep Partnerships

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the field trip agenda. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports regarding school safety, teacher recruitment, and facility updates.

• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved the Field Trip Agenda (3-0)

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved the second reading of Policy JLDBA Suicide Prevention, adopting it as final. They also approved first readings of several policies including Title IX (JIIIA) and fiscal management policies. Other actions included school choice decisions, field trips, facility requests, change orders for Central Elementary renovations, and a solar panel efficiency study.

• Adopted Policy JLDBA Suicide Prevention (second reading)
• Approved first reading of Policy JIIIA Title IX
• Approved school choice applications 2022-23-43, 2022-23-46, 2023-24-35; denied 2022-23-44 and 2022-23-45
• Approved Change Order #9 and #10 for Central Elementary renovations
• Approved a Solar Panel Efficiency Study

The Board approved first readings for several fiscal management and budgeting policies and a second reading for a suicide prevention policy. Members also approved three school choice applications, two renovation change orders for Central Elementary, and a solar panel efficiency study.

• Approved school choice applications 2022-23-43, 2022-23-46, and 2023-24-35; denied 2022-23-44 and 2022-23-45
• Approved second reading of Policy JLDBA Suicide Prevention
• Approved first readings of Policies JIIIA (Title IX), DA (Fiscal Management), DB (Annual Operating Budget), DBA (Budgeting System), and DBD (Budget Priorities)
• Approved Central Elem Renovations Change Orders #9 and #10 (RFP SEA21002-CES)
• Approved Solar Panel Efficiency Study
• Approved Monthly Financial Reports
• Approved field trip agenda
• Approved personnel agenda including staff resignations and appointments

Seaford Board of Education Meeting

The Seaford Board of Education approved the naming of the Seaford High School gymnasium court as the Dave Baker Court and approved the first reading of Policy JLDBA Suicide Prevention. The board also approved school choice applications, facility requests, field trips, and financial reports, and discussed several policies including student fundraising, commercial activities, gifts/donations, booster organizations, and vendor relations. An executive session was held for personnel, legal, and student matters.

• Named the Seaford High School gymnasium court Dave Baker Court
• Approved first reading of Policy JLDBA Suicide Prevention
• Approved school choice applications for 2022-23 and 2023-24
• Approved RFP SEA21005-SMS_ATHF for Seaford Middle School Athletic Facility
• Discussed policies on student fundraising, commercial activities, gifts/donations, booster organizations, and vendor relations

The Board of Education approved the naming of the high school gymnasium court and passed a first reading of a suicide prevention policy. The board also approved various school choice applications, facility requests, and personnel changes.

• Named Seaford High School Gymnasium Court as the Dave Baker Court (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Policy JLDBA Suicide Prevention (4-0)
• Approved RFP SEA21005-SMS_ATHF for Seaford Middle School Athletic Facility (4-0)
• Approved school choice applications 2022-23-39 through 2022-23-42 and 2023-24-16 through 2023-24-34 (4-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including resignments, appointments, and transfers (4-0)
• Approved Financial Position and Monthly Financial Reports (4-0)
• Tabled RFP SEA21002-CES Reno Central Elem Renovations Change Order #9
• Approved field trip and facility request agendas (4-0)