Lee County School District public meetings in 2021

School Board Student Hearing Agenda - 11:00 AM ***STUDENT HEARINGS ARE NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC***

The Lee County School Board held a closed student hearing not open to the public. The board voted to expel two students (Case Nos. 21-22-0103 and 21-22-0104) for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year and all of 2022-2023. Due to confidentiality laws, the associated materials are not available for review.

• Expulsion of student (Case No. 21-22-0103) for remainder of 2021-2022 and all of 2022-2023
• Expulsion of student (Case No. 21-22-0104) for remainder of 2021-2022 and all of 2022-2023
• Meeting was closed to the public per state confidentiality laws

The School Board approved the expulsion of two students from Lee County Public Schools. Both students are barred from attending for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year and the entirety of the 2022-2023 school year.

• Approved agenda as order of business (4-0)
• Expelled student Case No. 21-22-0103 for remainder of 2021-2022 and all of 2022-2023 school years (4-0)
• Expelled student Case No. 21-22-0104 for remainder of 2021-2022 and all of 2022-2023 school years (5-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

The Lee County School Board will discuss an update on ESSR III (federal pandemic relief) and seek public input on the Instructional Continuity Plan. Also on the agenda is a discussion of the Master Plan for Riverdale and prioritizing future workshop topics. The previously scheduled Elementary Proximity Plan Update Part 2 was pulled prior to the meeting.

• ESSR III Update/Instructional Continuity Plan (ICP) Public Input – 30-minute discussion
• Master Plan for Riverdale – 30-minute discussion
• Prioritize Workshop Topics – 30-minute discussion
• Elementary Proximity Plan Update Part 2 – pulled prior to meeting

The board reviewed several workshop topics and reached consensus on which to keep or remove. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Removed workshop topic: Board Attorney Evaluation
• Removed workshop topic: Sexual Assault Policy
• Removed workshop topic: Audit of Construction Process
• Kept workshop topic: Reimbursement of Board Member Legal Fees
• Kept ongoing briefings on EAAER Implementation Update

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM ***Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

The Lee County School Board will vote on consent items including the proposed high school graduation dates for the 2022-2023 school year and approval of previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes procedural items, recognitions, public comment guidelines, and acknowledgement of Inclusive Schools Week and student artwork.

• Approval of high school graduation dates for 2022-2023 school year (no fiscal impact)
• Approval of official minutes from November 16, 2021 School Board Regular Meeting
• Public comment period with detailed rules on masks, bags, speaking time, and decorum
• Recognition of 32nd Annual Holiday Greeting Cards Contest winners from eight middle schools
• Acknowledgement of National Inclusive Schools Week December 6-12, 2021

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings."

The School Board holds a workshop at 1:00 PM to hear a 60-minute presentation from Neola, a policy service provider, and to review the agenda for the December 7 regular meeting. Two agenda items—prioritizing workshop topics and a master plan for Riverdale—have been moved to the Dec 7 briefing.

• Neola policy service presentation (60-minute discussion)
• Review of December 7 regular meeting agenda
• Prioritize workshop topics moved to Dec 7 briefing
• Master Plan for Riverdale moved to Dec 7 briefing

The School Board held a workshop to discuss Neola and review the December 7 regular agenda. The board reached consensus to move the prioritization of workshop topics and the Riverdale Master Plan to the December 7 briefing.

• Moved prioritization of workshop topics to December 7 briefing
• Moved Master Plan for Riverdale to December 7 briefing

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

The Lee County School Board will discuss the Plan for Student Enrollment for 2022-2023 and review revised redistricting maps in a 60-minute session. Board members will also consider first readings of policies on Head Start eligibility and small business enterprises. The agenda includes updates on capital projects, human resources job descriptions, and public comment procedures.

• Review of revised redistricting maps (60-minute discussion)
• Plan for Student Enrollment 2022-2023 (discussion)
• First reading of Policy 4.35: Head Start Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection and Enrollment
• First reading of Policy 6.072: Small Business Enterprises
• Capital Project Update (20-minute discussion)

The Board reached consensus to move forward with policies regarding Head Start eligibility and Small Business Enterprises. A specific map option for redistricting was also agreed upon. Other items, including job descriptions for the Enterprise Risk Division, were deferred to a workshop.

• Consensus reached to move Policy 4.35 (Head Start Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection and Enrollment) forward
• Consensus reached to move Policy 6.072 (Small Business Enterprises) forward
• Consensus reached on Specific Map Option for ReDistricting
• Consensus reached to continue conversation on Enterprise Risk Division job descriptions at a workshop

School Board Meeting (Board ReOrganization) 6:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

This is the Lee County School Board's annual reorganization meeting, where members will elect a chairman and vice chairman for a one-year term and approve the calendar of regular meetings for 2022. The agenda also includes a consent item for board member travel to a joint conference. Masks are recommended but not required.

• Election of Board Chairman for a one-year term
• Election of Board Vice Chairman for a one-year term
• Approval of Regular School Board Meeting calendar for January–December 2022
• Consent approval of Board Member Travel to FSBA/FADSS/FELL/FERMA/FSBAA/SUNBSPRA 76th Annual Joint Conference

School Board Workshop Agenda - 11:00 AM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings."

The School Board will hold a workshop to discuss and decide on a Go/No-Go for the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of a new PK-8 school in Estero, including inflation factors. They will also review the Elementary Proximity Plan update Part 2, which includes lottery options for school assignment, and preview the next day's regular meeting agenda.

• GMP review and go/no-go decision for AAAA PK-8 school in Estero (8 PDF attachments)
• Elementary Proximity Plan update Part 2 with lottery options (1 PDF attachment)
• Agenda review for November 16, 2021 regular School Board meeting

The Board conducted a workshop to review the November 16 Regular Action Agenda and the GMP for a PK-8 school in Estero. Staff agreed to provide information on revenue adjustments before the December 7 meeting. One item regarding the Elementary Proximity Plan Update was pulled by the Superintendent.

• Staff agreed to bring revenue adjustment information to the Board before December 7, 2021
• Elementary Proximity Plan Update Part 2 was pulled from the agenda

Board Organization Workshop Agenda 9:00 AM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

This is a Board Organization Workshop for the Lee County School District, focused on discussion and information, not formal decisions. Items include reviewing board protocol (e.g., correspondence, meeting decorum, committee liaisons, and a proposed code of ethics), setting board priorities aligned with the strategic plan, and planning the 2022 meeting calendar. No voting or binding action is scheduled.

• Discussion of board protocol including a proposed Code of Ethics for School Board Members
• Review of Board Priorities for FY21 tied to mission, vision, values, and strategic plan
• Proposed meeting calendar for January–December 2022 (action meetings, workshops, briefings)
• Discussion of board chair and vice chair selection
• Review of budget and travel protocol, including quarterly budget review with chair

The Board held an organization workshop to discuss priorities and protocols. Consensus was reached regarding board member comment time, a proposal for Diversity & Inclusion, and specific meeting dates for February 2021.

• Reached consensus to acknowledge all resolutions
• Reached consensus for Diversity & Inclusion to provide a proposal
• Reached consensus for Board Members to have 10 minutes for comments
• Reached consensus to hold February 22, 2021 Workshop and February 23, 2021 Briefing and Action Meeting

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing to discuss the third redistricting plan, presented by the Director of Diversity & Inclusion and the Director of Planning Growth & Capacity. The item is listed as a 90-minute discussion under Executive Services. The meeting also includes public comment procedures and routine reports from board members and staff.

• Redistricting #3 discussion (90 minutes) with a PDF attachment
• Public comment rules detailed for both regular meetings and briefings
• Board members' comments/reports
• Board attorney's comments/reports
• Superintendent's comments/reports

The Board held a briefing to discuss redistricting. A consensus was reached to use one of the County Maps for this process.

• Reached consensus to use one of the County Maps for redistricting

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

This is a School Board Briefing meeting. Members will discuss quarterly reports from six advisory committees, pre-briefings on policies for board meetings and public comment, a pandemic update with COVID mitigation updates, a response regarding Cape Coral charter schools and sales tax, and a proposed small business enterprise policy. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information.

• Quarterly reports from Construction, Continuous Improvement, Curriculum, District Advisory, Equity/Diversity, and Finance advisory committees
• Pre-briefing on Policy 1.11 (Board Meetings) and Policy 1.111 (Public Comment)
• Pandemic update with COVID and mitigation updates (PDF attached)
• Cape Coral Response discussion on charter schools and sales tax info
• Pre-briefing on proposed Policy 6.072 (Small Business Enterprises)

The School Board reached consensus to move two policies to first reading and agreed to draft a response letter to Cape Coral regarding half percent tax usage. The meeting also included reports from various advisory committees and a pandemic update.

• Consensus reached to move Policy 1.11 (Board Meetings) to 1st Reading
• Consensus reached to revise Policy 1.111 (Public Comment) for another PreBriefing
• Consensus reached to draft a response letter to Cape Coral regarding half percent tax usage
• Consensus reached to move Policy 6.072 (Small Business) to 1st Reading

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM ***Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.

This meeting is largely procedural, including approval of past meeting minutes and an advisory committee appointment. The board will hear presentations from the Estero Council of Community Leaders and the Lee County NAACP.

• Approval of minutes from October 19, October 4, September 21, and April 12 School Board meetings
• Appointment to the Continuous Systemic Improvement Advisory Committee
• Presentation by the Estero Council of Community Leaders (15 minutes)
• Presentation by the Lee County NAACP (15 minutes)
• Public comment period with COVID-19 protocols and speaking rules

The Board approved several high-value contracts for IT services, painting, and paper products. It also adopted the FY23 instructional calendar and filled several advisory committee appointments.

• Approved $40.56M renewal for computer hardware, software and services (7-0)
• Approved $2.1M renewal for painting services (7-0)
• Approved $1.5M renewal for paper products (7-0)
• Approved FY23 (2022-2023) instructional calendar (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 for playground equipment and installation (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 for architectural hardware (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Audit, Sales Surtax Oversight, and Continuous Systemic Improvement committees (7-0)
• Approved $75,000 expenditure increase for glass materials at San Carlos Park Elementary (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings."

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to review the agenda for the November 2 regular meeting, prioritize future workshop topics, and conduct board development with the board attorney. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational and procedural.

• Agenda review of the November 2, 2021 Regular Meeting (30 min discussion)
• Prioritize workshop topics for future meetings (30 min discussion)
• Board development session with School Board Attorney Kathy Dupuy-Bruno (120 min)
• Masks recommended but not required during the meeting

The Board reviewed the agenda for the November 2, 2021, Action Meeting and discussed board development. Members reached a general consensus on prioritizing future workshop topics. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this session.

• Reached general consensus to hold a workshop discussion on 360 Evaluation
• Reached general consensus to hold a workshop discussion on Ethics Advisory Committee
• Reached general consensus to hold a workshop discussion on Strategic Plan for Communications / Community Involvement

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing to discuss several items, including a second redistricting overview, a long-range educational facilities plan for fiscal years 2022-2041, and a capital project update. The meeting includes public comment on agenda items only, with strict decorum rules.

• Re-Districting Overview #2 (90-minute discussion)
• District Educational Facilities Plan for FY 2022-2041
• Capital Project Update
• Change Order Memo - September 2021
• Public comment limited to agenda items, with 3-minute speaking time per person

The Board reviewed the District Educational Facilities Plan for FY 2022-2041 and received updates on capital projects and change orders. During a re-districting overview, the Board decided to discard maps 6A and 6B.

• Agreed not to keep re-districting maps 6A and 6B
• Reached consensus for Board Members to return to original seats on the dais
• Reached consensus for Board Attorney to send the United States constitution to the Board

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board is meeting to approve routine items, including minutes from previous meetings and an appointment to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee. The board also adopts its agenda and hears public comment under strict COVID-19 protocols. Most items on the agenda are procedural.

• Appointment to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (effective Oct 20, 2021)
• Approval of minutes from 11 prior meetings (Mar 2020–Oct 2021)
• Public comment rules updated with masks recommended, bag restrictions, and 3-minute speaking limit

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss two items: a review of the regular agenda for the October 19 meeting and a presentation on the Guardian Program, a school safety initiative. No votes are taken; these are discussion and information items only.

• Agenda Review of the October 19, 2021 Regular Meeting (60-minute discussion)
• Guardian Program presentation by David Newlan, Executive Director Safety & Security (60-minute discussion)

The School Board conducted a workshop to review the agenda for the October 19, 2021, regular meeting. Board members also received a presentation on the Guardian Program. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

School Board Quasi-Judicial Hearing Agenda - All Employee Matters 11:00 AM

The Lee County School Board held a quasi-judicial hearing on employee matters. The board considered and approved a petition to terminate Tabitha Cosby, a school bus operator, effective October 18, 2021. The grounds for termination are outlined in the petition attached to the agenda.

• Termination of Tabitha Cosby, School Bus Operator, effective end of day October 18, 2021.

The School Board of Lee County approved the termination of Tabitha Cosby, effective October 18, 2021. The board also approved the meeting agenda.

• Approved the Agenda as the Order of Business (5-0)
• Approved termination of Tabitha Cosby effective October 18, 2021 (6-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 10:00 AM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board workshop will discuss finalizing the superintendent's profile for a promotional flyer, job description, and online application form. It will also review information on the superintendent's salary and benefits. No decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion and information.

• Finalize superintendent profile for promotional flyer, job description, and online application form
• Review superintendent salary and benefits information

The Board held a workshop to review the superintendent profile, job description, and application form. Members also discussed superintendent salary and benefits. No formal votes were recorded.

• Discussed Superintendent Profile for promotional flyer, job description, and application form
• Discussed Superintendent Salary & Benefits

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

This meeting of the Lee County School Board includes procedural items, acknowledgments for October, and public comment. The board will vote on consent items approving two academic affiliation agreements with Smiles with Care Dentistry Florida Corporation and Advanced Medical of Naples for clinical training of dental and medical assisting students at no cost to the district.

• Approval of academic affiliation agreement with Smiles with Care Dentistry Florida Corporation for Dental Assisting student clinical placements (2-year term, no cost)
• Approval of academic affiliation agreement with Advanced Medical of Naples for Medical Assisting student clinical placements (2-year term, no cost)
• Acknowledgments for October 2021 including Disability History and Awareness Weeks, National School Lunch Week, National School Bus Safety Week, and National Red Ribbon Week

The Board approved several federal grants for school violence prevention and COVID-19 relief, totaling over $85 million. It also authorized academic affiliation agreements for dental and medical assisting students and approved various procurement contracts.

• Approved BJA FY 21 STOP School Violence Program grant for $850,476.00 (7-0)
• Approved ESSER II Technology Assistance Grant for $4,207,211.00 (7-0)
• Approved ESSER II Academic Assistance Grant for $16,828,843.00 (7-0)
• Approved ESSER II Non-Enrollment Assistance Grant for $3,365,769.00 (7-0)
• Approved ESSER II LUMP SUM Grant for $59,742,391.00 (7-0)
• Approved academic affiliation agreements with Smiles with Care Dentistry, Advanced Medical of Naples, and Innovative Dermatology and Mohs Surgery (7-0)
• Approved removal of 428 items from Official Property Records (7-0)
• Approved $1,000,000.00 estimated expenditure to piggyback Collier County Public Schools ITB No. 20-054 for classroom supplies (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Board will hold a 90‑minute discussion on the Lee County school‑district redistricting overview, presented by the Director of Diversity & Inclusion, the Director of Planning Growth & Capacity, the Chief of Staff, and the Board Attorney. The agenda also includes a procedural public‑comment segment where attendees may speak on agenda items according to Board policy. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Re‑Districting Overview #1 – 90‑minute discussion; presenters: Jarret Eady, Kathie Ebaugh, Dr. Denise Carlin, Kathy Dupuy‑Bruno (Esq.)
• Attachments: Redistricting Board Briefing (Davis) 10.5.21.pptx.pdf (2,872 KB) and 2021 Lee County Redistricting Report_23SEP2021.pdf (9,467 KB)
• Public Comment – procedural item; up to 60 speakers, total time 1 hour, speakers limited to 3 minutes each

The Board reached a consensus for Mary Fischer to send a letter of support and the School Health Advisory Committee Advocacy Statement to the Legislative Delegation. A consensus was also reached for the Superintendent to direct staff to discuss removing COVID mitigation measures in the Board Room.

• Consensus reached for Mary Fischer to send support letter and SHAC Advocacy Statement to Legislative Delegation
• Consensus reached for Dr. Savage to direct staff to discuss removal of Board Room COVID mitigation measures
• Request to suspend public comment rule failed

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board held a workshop on October 4, 2021 to discuss the allocation of ESSER II funds, review the agenda for the October 5 regular meeting, and prioritize future workshop topics. Presenters included the Chief Academic Officer and several directors from grants, program development, and teaching and learning. The meeting was informational only, with no decisions recorded.

• Discussion of ESSER II Allocation
• Review of the October 5, 2021 regular agenda
• Prioritization of workshop topics such as LAMP and Early Childhood Center, Parents' Rights Bill awareness, executive payscale, superintendent evaluation process, Policy 1.181 Emergency Requirement for Protective Gear, and SESIR update

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, invocation, approval of minutes, and consent items. The notable substantive item is a recognition of Dunbar High School employees whose quick actions during an emergency saved a student's life. A consent item approves an agreement with the Barbara Bush Foundation for the Teen Trendsetters Reading Mentors Program, matching secondary students with elementary readers.

• Recognition of Dunbar High School employees (teachers, SROs, coach, paraprofessional) for life-saving emergency response resulting in a student's survival.
• Approval of agreement with Barbara Bush Foundation for Teen Trendsetters Reading Mentors Program (no dollar amount specified).
• Approval of School Board meeting minutes from September 7, 2021, and January 26, 2021.
• Public comment rules reiterated, including 3-minute speaking limit and mask recommendation (not required).

The School Board of Lee County approved several consent items including contracts for playground equipment, security services, and vehicle purchases. The board also approved the 2021-2022 statewide assessment calendar and a reading mentors program agreement.

• Approved $631,472.90 contract for park and playground equipment (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 first-year contract for on-call security guard services (7-0)
• Approved $559,113.60 for Ford automobiles and SUVs (7-0)
• Approved $1.35M for park and playground equipment and lighting (7-0)
• Approved $116,000 for automotive batteries (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 for marker and tack boards (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 increase for paper products and $100,000 increase for cleaning products (7-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Uniform Statewide Assessment Calendar (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board will review two policy drafts—Policy 2.18 on instructional materials and Policy 2.062 on Parents Bill of Rights. It will receive a capital project update for September 2021 and change order memos for July and August 2021. The board will also hold a 90‑minute discussion on mitigation measures and health‑safety protocols. All items are presented for discussion and information, not for immediate vote.

• Policy 2.18, District Management and Selection of Instructional Materials (first reading)
• Policy 2.062, Parents Bill of Rights (first reading)
• Capital Project Update September 2021
• Change Order Memo – July 2021
• Change Order Memo – August 2021

The School Board met for a briefing to receive information and hold discussions on district policies and operations. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

This workshop is a discussion-only session. The board will review the agenda for the next day's regular meeting and analyze spring 2021 assessment results presented by district staff.

• Agenda review of the September 21, 2021 regular board meeting (60-minute discussion)
• FY21 Spring Assessment Analysis presentation by Accountability, Research & Assessment and School Development directors (90-minute discussion)

School Board Special Meeting Agenda - FY 2021-2022 Final Budget - 5:05 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board held a special meeting to adopt the FY 2021-2022 final budget. After a public hearing, the board voted to approve three millage rates totaling 5.891 mills, raising $592,586,677. The combined millage represents a 3.12% increase over the roll-back rate.

• Adopted required local effort millage of 3.643 mills raising $366,456,164
• Adopted basic discretionary millage of 0.748 mills raising $75,242,715
• Adopted capital outlay millage of 1.500 mills raising $150,887,798
• Total millage rate of 5.891 mills is a 3.12% increase over roll-back rate
• Public hearing held on tentative budget before adoption

The School Board approved the final budget and millage rates for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The total millage rate was set at 5.891 mills, representing a 3.12% increase over the rollback rate. The total final budget was approved at $1,933,224,843.

• Approved required local effort millage of 3.643 mills to raise $366,456,164 (7-0)
• Approved basic discretionary millage of .748 mills to raise $75,242,715 (7-0)
• Approved capital outlay millage of 1.500 to raise $150,887,798 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution Determining Revenues and Millages and Resolution Adopting Final Millage Rates for FY 2021-2022 (7-0)
• Approved FY22 Final Budget of $1,933,224,843 (7-0)
• Approved agenda as order of business (7-0)

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

This is a routine procedural meeting. The board will approve minutes from prior sessions and appoint members to five advisory committees (Construction, Continuous Systemic Improvement, Curriculum, Equity and Diversity, and Finance). The agenda also includes recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month and public comment guidelines.

• Approval of minutes from Aug 26 and Aug 31, 2021 board meetings
• Appointments to five School Board Advisory Committees effective Sept 9, 2021
• Reading of resolution recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 1-30, 2021)
• Acknowledgments for National Payroll Week, Constitution Day, and 'Do The Right Thing' Month
• Public comment rules detailed, including 3-minute speaking limit and mask recommendation

The Board approved several grant applications and operational contracts, including a large expenditure for fresh produce. It also authorized a temporary waiver for CPR/AED/First Aid requirements for certain casual employees. Four ESSER II fund items were pulled prior to the meeting.

• Approved $6M fresh produce contract with Brian Puzycki's Farm Fresh Produce, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $4,426,105.23 Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program Grant (7-0)
• Approved $23,544.00 EET Grant for entrepreneurship education (7-0)
• Approved $81,840.08 MOU with Lee County Board of County Commissioners for environmental literacy (7-0)
• Approved 60-day CPR/AED/First Aid requirement waiver for casual employees in fee-based programs (7-0)
• Approved Final Budget Amendment for 2020-21 Annual District Budget (7-0)
• Approved $55,000 vehicle glass replacement renewal with West Coast Auto Glass, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved appointments to five Board Advisory Committees (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss, not vote on, several items including a review of the next day's regular agenda, the 2021-22 uniform assessment calendar, land site planning in Lehigh, and a five-year capital improvement plan update. The board will also prioritize future workshop topics. Masks are recommended but not required.

• Agenda review for the September 8, 2021 regular meeting
• Discussion of the 2021-22 K-12 uniform assessment calendar
• Land site planning in Lehigh (45-minute presentation)
• Capital Improvement Plan update (five-year projects, 45-minute discussion)
• Prioritization of workshop topics for future meetings

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board will vote on approving first-round candidate interviews via Zoom and second-round in-person interviews with travel reimbursements for up to three superintendent search candidates, with a maximum cost of $10,000 from district reserves. The board will also consider a resolution proclaiming September 15 to October 15, 2021, as National Hispanic Heritage Month. The meeting includes public comment with specific COVID-19 protocols and rules for speaking.

• Good cause consent item: approval of candidate interviews and travel reimbursements for superintendent search candidates, not to exceed $10,000
• Resolution proclaiming Sept 15–Oct 15, 2021 as National Hispanic Heritage Month (fiscal impact: none)
• Public comment period with social distancing and recommended masks
• Approval of agenda with good cause items and amended item N
• Call to order, invocation, and pledge of allegiance

CANCELED - School Board Special Meeting Agenda [Superintendent Search] 10:00 AM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

This August 30, 2021 special meeting of the Lee County School Board, called to discuss the superintendent search, was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda included items on candidate interviews, a 60-day timeline, and advertisement locations, all marked as canceled.

• Approval of Candidate Interviews and Travel Reimbursements for Superintendent Search Candidates (canceled)
• Approval of the 60 Day Process and Timeline (canceled)
• Approval of the Superintendent Search Advertisement and Advertisement Locations (canceled)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss and review several items ahead of the regular meeting. Topics include a capital project update and health protocols for the district. The Lee Virtual School item was pulled prior to the meeting. The workshop also includes an agenda review for the next day's regular meeting.

• Agenda Review of the August 31 Regular Agenda
• Capital Project Update (20 minutes discussion)
• Lee Virtual School - item pulled prior to meeting
• Health Protocols discussion (60 minutes)

The School Board conducted a workshop to review the August 31 regular agenda and receive a capital project update. Staff provided information on health protocols. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board Special Meeting Agenda 5:00 PM **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board will hold a special meeting to discuss Board Policy 1.181 on emergency requirements for protective gear, focusing on mask usage. Following the discussion, the board may vote on approving guidelines. Public comment will be allowed under strict protocols, with a maximum of 60 speakers.

• Discussion of Board Policy 1.181, Emergency Requirement for Protective Gear
• Possible approval of mask guidelines based on board discussion
• Public comment rules limit speakers to 3 minutes each, with overall 1-hour cap
• Masks are recommended but not required at the meeting
• Next regular board meeting scheduled for August 31, 2021

The Board approved the agenda for the special meeting. The meeting included public comment from 60 speakers and a discussion regarding Board Policy 1.181 concerning emergency protective gear.

• Approved the Agenda as the Order of Business (7-0)

School Board Special Meeting Agenda (Closed Attorney/Client Session) **Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. There will be social distancing.

The Lee County School Board will hold a special meeting that begins in open session, then recesses for a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy in the lawsuit Steven J. Bracci vs. The School Board (Case No.20-CA-5205). The board will reconvene in open session before adjourning. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Closed attorney/client session for settlement negotiations in lawsuit Steven J. Bracci vs. School Board, Case No.20-CA-5205
• Meeting held at Lee County Public Education Center, 2855 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers

The School Board conducted a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy for litigation expenditures in the case of Steven J. Bracci vs. The School Board of Lee County. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

School Board Workshop Agenda [Superintendent Search] - 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings."

The School Board is holding a workshop to discuss the Superintendent search. Topics include the search timeline, candidate travel reimbursement, online application, advertising, state requirements, and salary and benefits. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Discuss master timeline for Superintendent search (40 minutes)
• Discuss travel reimbursement of candidates (10 minutes)
• Discuss salary and benefits for the position (30 minutes)
• Review draft online application for Superintendent candidates
• Review advertisement and promotional flyer for search

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings."

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing meeting to discuss several proposed policies, including a Parental Bill of Rights, audit committee and selection procedures, community involvement opportunities, and selection of instructional materials. The board will also hear a legal services update. Public comment is permitted on agenda items only.

• Policy 2.062, Parental Bill of Rights (Pre-Briefing)
• Policy 1.171, Audit Committee (Briefing/1st Reading)
• Policy 1.172, Audit Selection Procedures (Briefing/1st Reading)
• Policy 1.20, Community Involvement Opportunities (Briefing/1st Reading)
• Policy 2.18, District Management and Selection of Instructional Materials (Pre-Briefing)

The Board reached a general consensus to move five policies forward to subsequent readings. These policies cover audit committees, audit selection, community involvement, instructional materials, and parental rights.

• Advanced Policy 1.171, Audit Committee to Briefing/2nd Reading
• Advanced Policy 1.172, Audit Selection Procedures to Briefing/2nd Reading
• Advanced Policy 1.20, Community Involvement Opportunities to Briefing/2nd Reading
• Advanced Policy 2.18, District Management and Selection of Instructional Materials to Briefing/1st Reading
• Advanced Policy 2.062, Parental Bill of Rights to Briefing/1st Reading

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM ***Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings."

The School Board will consider a resolution mandating masks for all students during school hours and activities, moved to the end of the agenda. The board also will approve consent items including a $75,000 contract for football officials, a vehicle purchase piggyback of $28,254.61, and the 2022 legislative platform. Public comment will be limited to one minute per speaker due to high attendance.

• Resolution to require masks for all students during school hours and activities (moved to end of agenda)
• Service agreement with South Gulf Football Officials Association for $75,000 for officiating at high school football games
• Piggyback on Lee County ITB for Ford vehicles for $28,254.61 from Dori Slosberg Driver Safety Education Act funds
• Adoption of the 2022 Legislative Platform for the school district
• Public comment limited to one minute per speaker (motion carried 5-2)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings."

This is a workshop meeting of the Lee County School Board, not a voting session. The board will hear a COVID-19 situation report from health officials, discuss the first part of an elementary proximity plan affecting school boundaries, and review the agenda for the following day's regular board meeting.

• COVID-19 situation report presented by Florida Department of Health in Lee County and Golisano Children's Hospital (30 min discussion)
• Elementary Proximity Plan Update Part 1 presented by Davis Demographics and district staff (90 min discussion)
• Agenda review for the August 17, 2021 regular board meeting (30 min)
• Masks are recommended but not required during the meeting (as noted in the agenda header)

The board conducted a workshop focused on information and discussion. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

School Board Special Meeting Agenda 1:00 PM ***Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings.***

The Lee County School Board voted to take from the table and approve revisions to 9 existing job descriptions and the adoption of 12 new ones for the FY22 budget, including four new high-level positions: Deputy Superintendent (Business Operations), Deputy Superintendent (Student Achievement), Chief Strategic Engagement Officer, and Chief Performance Officer. The item had been tabled at the July 27 meeting. The board also approved administrative recommendations contingent on these job descriptions.

• Revision of 9 job descriptions including Director of Transportation Services and Coordinator of English Language Learners
• Adoption of 12 new job descriptions with market rates: Apprentice ($13.50/hr), Audiologist ($35.24/hr), Paralegal ($27.12/hr), Specialist Bookkeeper Support ($19.18/hr)
• Adoption of 4 new administrator-level positions: Deputy Superintendent (Business Operations), Deputy Superintendent (Student Achievement), Chief Strategic Engagement Officer, Chief Performance Officer
• Approval of administrative recommendations contingent on job description approval
• Motion to take from the table carried 7-0

The Board approved the revision and adoption of job descriptions for the FY22 budget cycle. Additionally, the Board approved administrative recommendations as presented. The meeting also included the approval of the agenda.

• Approved the agenda as the order of business (6-0)
• Approved the revision and adoption of job descriptions for the FY22 budget cycle (7-0)
• Approved administrative recommendations as presented (7-0)

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM **Masks are Optional**

The Lee County School Board is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes approval of a $33,000 consultant agreement with Ray and Associates to facilitate the superintendent search and hiring process, approval of $3,379 for board member travel to a conference, and approval of previous meeting minutes. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of agreement with Ray and Associates, Inc., for superintendent search, not to exceed $33,000
• Approval of $3,379 for 4 board members to attend FSBA/FADSS Annual Summer Conference in Tampa
• Approval of official minutes from May 25 and June 22, 2021 board briefings
• Public comment procedures outlined; character word for July is Self-Control
• Meeting header notes masks are optional

The School Board of Lee County approved multiple consent items including mental health referrals, COVID-19 testing, and athletic trainer services. The board also authorized a consultant for the Superintendent search and several federal grant applications.

• Approved agreement with Ray and Associates, Inc. for Superintendent search (not to exceed $33,000)
• Approved MOU with Florida Department of Health for COVID-19 rapid testing and vaccinations
• Approved occupational therapist contracts for estimated expenditure of $200,000
• Approved MOU with Fort Myers Police Department for Pathways to Policing at East Lee County High School
• Approved renewal of athletic trainer services with Lee Health for estimated $482,818.56
• Approved renewal of SalusCare agreement for mental health referrals (not to exceed $192,562)
• Approved grant proposals for Title I Part D ($136,723), Jobs for Florida's Graduates ($135,000), and ESEA Title IX Part A ($120,000)
• Approved contract with Board of County Commissioners for Saturday School Driver Education Program

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Optional**

The Lee County School Board holds a briefing to discuss the draft FY22 Student Progression Plan and Course Catalog, a Reorganization Phase 1 proposal, and safety accreditation (CALEA). Also on the agenda: capital project updates and June 2021 change orders. Public comment is allowed on agenda items with three-minute speaking limits. No votes are scheduled at this briefing.

• Draft FY22 Student Progression Plan and Course Catalog (briefing/1st reading)
• Reorganization Phase 1 proposal presented by Superintendent Dr. Ken Savage
• Accreditation for Safety & Security (CALEA Executive Summary) presented by Executive Director David Newlan
• Capital Project Update presented by Director Scott Reichenbacher
• Change Order Memo for June 2021

The Board held a briefing session to receive information and presentations. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Received presentation on Student Progression Plan
• Reviewed Reorganization Plan Phase 1
• Received presentation on Accreditation for Safety & Security
• Received Capital Project Update
• Briefed on June 2021 Change Order Memo

School Board Special Meeting Agenda - FY 2021-2022 [Tentative] Budget - 5:05 PM **Masks are Optional**

The board held a public hearing and adopted the tentative FY 2021-2022 budget totaling $1,876,184,161. They set total millage at 5.891 mills, a 3.12% increase over the roll-back rate, with rates for required local effort, basic discretionary, and capital outlay. A final public hearing is scheduled for September 8, 2021.

• Adopted total tentative budget of $1,876,184,161
• Set total millage at 5.891 mills (3.12% over roll-back)
• Required local effort millage: 3.643 mills, raising $366,456,164
• Basic discretionary millage: 0.748 mills, raising $75,242,715
• Capital outlay millage: 1.500 mills, raising $150,887,798

School Board Briefing Agenda - 10:30 AM **Masks are Optional**

The Lee County School Board is holding a briefing to discuss two main items: legislative priorities for 2022 and the selection of a search firm for the superintendent position. Both items are for information and discussion only, with no final votes expected. Public comment will be heard on agenda items.

• Discussion of draft 2022 Legislative Priorities (60 minutes)
• Discussion of search firm for superintendent, including draft agreement with Ray & Associates (45 minutes)
• Public comment on agenda items at the start of the meeting

The board reached a general consensus to move forward with a draft contract for Ray & Associates as the superintendent search firm. This item will be presented as a Good Cause Item at the next regular action meeting. The board also agreed to develop an educational piece regarding legislative priorities.

• Reached general consensus to proceed with Ray & Associates draft contract
• Reached general consensus to develop an educational piece on legislative priorities

School Board Workshop Agenda - 2:00 PM **Masks are Optional**

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss and review Health & Safety 2021-2022 Protocols, including a draft document. They will also prioritize a list of potential workshop topics for future meetings, such as the Guardian Program, Critical Race Theory, and transgender student obligations. Additionally, the board will review the agenda for the following day's regular meeting. The meeting header notes that masks are optional.

• Discussion of Health & Safety 2021-2022 Protocols with a draft PDF attachment
• Prioritizing workshop topics including nonrenewal of teachers, interested-based bargaining, Guardian Program, Critical Race Theory, FY22 school calendar, transgender students/Title IX, LVS, OPS update, Grade 3 FSA data, meeting room changes, tech school expansion, and PSA budget
• Agenda review of the July 27, 2021 regular school board meeting

The board held a workshop to receive updates on health, safety, and masking protocols for 2021-2022. Members reached a general consensus on a list of topics to be workshopped in the future, including teacher nonrenewal and the Guardian Program.

• Reached consensus to workshop nonrenewal of E and HE Teachers
• Reached consensus to workshop Interested-based Bargaining in Board policy
• Reached consensus to workshop Guardian Program
• Reached consensus to workshop Grade 3 FSA data and federal fund usage
• Reached consensus to workshop land and expansion of tech schools
• Reached consensus to workshop PSA future plans (Budget)
• Reached consensus to workshop Innovation School
• Reached consensus to brief on Student EDAC group and ESE including parents

School Board Briefing Agenda [Superintendent Search] 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board is holding a briefing focused on the superintendent search. They will receive presentations from Ray & Associates and the Florida School Board Association (FSBA) regarding the search process. There will be Q&A sessions after each presentation. Public comment is allowed only on agenda items.

• Ray & Associates presentation on superintendent search (30 minutes)
• Q&A session after Ray & Associates presentation
• Florida School Board Association (FSBA) presentation on superintendent search (30 minutes)
• Q&A session after FSBA presentation
• Public comment rules outlined for speaking at briefing

The Board reviewed presentations from Ray & Associates and the Florida School Board Association. The Board decided not to add further search firms and directed the Board Attorney to begin the contract for Ray & Associates.

• Denied adding additional search firms for the Superintendent Search
• Agreed that Board members will call and check references for Ray & Associates
• Approved starting the contract for Ray & Associates via Kathy Dupuy-Bruno

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

This is a School Board Briefing (discussion/information session), not a voting meeting. Items include a 60-minute review of the Booster Club Guideline Manual, a 60-minute presentation on Equal Opportunity Schools for advanced studies equity, a follow-up on the FY22 Preliminary Budget if needed, a capital project update, and change orders for May. Public comment is allowed on agenda items only.

• Booster Club Guideline Manual (60-minute discussion)
• Equal Opportunity Schools presentation on advanced studies equity (60-minute discussion)
• FY22 Preliminary Budget follow-up (30 minutes, if needed)
• Capital Project Update (20-minute presentation)
• Change Order Memo for May 2021

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will consider approval of a consent agenda including a $75,000 contract with Capitol Strategies Consulting for state legislative services, and amendments to federal adult education and Perkins V grants. The meeting also includes recognitions for New Teachers of the Year and APPLES Mentors of the Year. Public comment is permitted on agenda items or relevant matters.

• Approval of $75,000 contract with Capitol Strategies Consulting, Inc. for legislative services (June 22, 2021 – July 1, 2022)
• Approval of Amendment #2 to FY21 Adult Education and Family Literacy Act – Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) Grant
• Approval of Amendment #3 to FY21 Perkins V Secondary Grant with re-budgeting of $90,004
• Recognition of 2020 and 2021 New Teacher of the Year
• Recognition of 2020 and 2021 APPLES Mentor of the Year

The Board approved several clinical affiliation agreements for veterinary and medical students and authorized various federal and state grant amendments. Additionally, the Board approved a $75,000 contract for legislative relations and revised bell times for Lehigh Acres Middle School.

• Approved $75,000 contract with Capitol Strategies Consulting, Inc. for legislative relations (7-0)
• Approved $465,312.96 in Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Contracts for 2021-2022 (7-0)
• Approved revised school bell times for Lehigh Acres Middle School at an anticipated cost of $377,845.00 (7-0)
• Approved clinical preparation agreements with five veterinary facilities (7-0)
• Approved clinical preparation agreements with Florida Cancer Specialists, P.L. and Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida (7-0)
• Approved MOU with NCH Healthcare System, Inc. for EMT student clinical facilities (7-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Career Dual Enrollment Agreement with Lee Technical Colleges (7-0)
• Approved grant amendments for IELCE, Perkins V Secondary, and Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the FY22 preliminary budget, including capital plans and ESSER initiatives, and a presentation from legislative consultants Capitol Strategies Consulting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session. The board will also review the upcoming regular meeting agenda.

• Discussion of legislative consulting contract with Capitol Strategies Consulting, with two PDF attachments including a final report and a contract for 2021-2022
• FY22 preliminary budget discussion with 11 attachments covering capital scenarios, COPs breakdown, proposed positions, and ESSER II/III initiatives
• Review of the June 22, 2020 regular agenda in preparation for the next board meeting

The Board held a workshop to discuss FY22 legislative priorities and the FY22 preliminary budget. Staff also fielded questions regarding the agenda for the June 22, 2021, regular meeting. No formal votes were taken during this session.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 9:00 AM [Superintendent Search]

The school board will hold a workshop to discuss proposals from six superintendent search firms, including Hazard Young Attea Associates, Florida School Board Association, GRRecruiting, Ray and Associates, and McPherson & Jacobson. They will also discuss selecting a school board auditor. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of superintendent search firms (6 proposals attached)
• Discussion of school board auditor
• Workshop facilitated by Scott Kashman of Healthy Team, Healthy Business, LLC

The Board reached a general consensus to narrow the superintendent search to two or three in-person interviews, specifically identifying Ray & Associates and FSBA as top firms. The Board also agreed that General Counsel Kathy Dupuy-Bruno will work with the Audit Committee to complete the School Board Auditor policy by the end of June.

• Reached general consensus to narrow search firms to two or three in-person interviews
• Reached general consensus to include Ray & Associates as a top two search firm
• Reached general consensus to include FSBA as a top two search firm
• Reached general consensus to hold a presentation for questioning top two candidates
• Reached general consensus to amend Scott Kashman's contract if search process exceeds June
• Agreed that Kathy Dupuy-Bruno will work with Audit Committee to complete Auditor Policy by month end

School Board Special Meeting Agenda [Superintendent Search] 4:00 PM

The school board held a special meeting to discuss and vote on hiring an interim superintendent. They approved an employment contract with Dr. Ken Savage, effective June 15, 2021, at a total estimated cost of $293,788 (vote 5-2). The board also authorized continued use of outgoing superintendent Gregory Adkins' signature on bank accounts until a new facsimile is obtained.

• Approval of employment contract with Dr. Ken Savage as interim superintendent ($293,788)
• Authorization for continued use of Dr. Gregory Adkins' signature on eight school board bank accounts
• Board discussed and voted to place a plaque honoring Dr. Adkins at LAMS (motion carried 6-0 after public comment)

School Board Briefing Agenda [Superintendent Search] 11:00 AM

The Lee County School Board will hold a 3-hour briefing to discuss candidates for the interim superintendent position. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. Public comment is permitted per board policy.

• Discussion of Interim Superintendent Candidate (3 hours)

The School Board held a briefing to discuss finalists for the Interim Superintendent position. The Board reached a consensus to select Dr. Kenneth A. Savage for the role.

• Selected Dr. Kenneth A. Savage as Interim Superintendent (consensus)

CANCELED - School Board Workshop Agenda - Superintendent Search

This workshop agenda was canceled, so no discussion or decisions occurred regarding the superintendent search. The meeting listing is procedural only.

• Meeting canceled; no items were considered

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM ***Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. Please sit in the appropriate spot if you choose not to wear a mask for the benefit of other members of the public who are wearing a masks.

The Lee County School Board held a regular meeting with procedural items, recognitions, and public comment. The board approved two consent items: a $20,000 reduction in the Rapid Credentialing grant (total $347,492) and a $4,041 amendment for the School Improvement Grant Targeting Recidivism. Proclamations were made for Caribbean-American Heritage Month and Pride Month.

• Approval of Rapid Credentialing Amendment reducing award by $20,000 to $347,492
• Approval of Amendment 1 for 2020-2021 School Improvement Grant Targeting Recidivism ($4,041)
• Recognition of 2021 Florida Women's History Essay Contest winner
• Proclamation of Caribbean-American Heritage Month (June 1–30, 2021)
• Proclamation of Pride Month (June 1–30, 2021)

The Board approved several grant amendments for computer science, adult education, and recidivism targeting. It also authorized multiple no-cost Memorandums of Understanding with health and family service providers and a $750,000 toner renewal contract.

• Proclaimed June 2021 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month (6-1)
• Approved Rapid Credentialing Amendment reducing award by $20,000 (7-0)
• Approved $4,041 for School Improvement Grant Targeting Recidivism (7-0)
• Approved $121,746.33 for Computer Science K-12 Grant Amendment (7-0)
• Approved Title IV Program and Budget Amendment for $691,386.95 (7-0)
• Approved no-cost MOUs with Children's Home Society of Florida, Healthy Start Coalition, and Harry's Helpings Program (7-0)
• Approved $86,538 agreement with Sylvan Learning Center for homeless student tutoring (7-0)
• Approved $750,000 renewal for new and remanufactured toner (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. Please sit in the appropriate spot if you choose not to wear a mask for the benefit of other members of the public who are wearing a masks.

The Lee County School Board is holding a briefing to discuss quarterly reports from six advisory committees, including Construction, Curriculum, and Equity. They will also work on finalizing the Board Procedures Manual and review a Self-Evaluation Action Plan. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Quarterly reports from Construction Advisory Committee, CSI Advisory, Curriculum Advisory, District Advisory Council, Equity and Diversity Advisory, and Finance Advisory
• Finalization of Board Procedures Manual (30-minute discussion)
• Self-Evaluation Action Plan review (60-minute discussion)
• Public comment rules outlined for agenda items only at briefings
• No financial amounts or specific contracts identified

The Board reached a general consensus to accept updates to the Communications section of the Operating Board Protocol Manual. Members also agreed to contribute topics to a 'Parking Lot' for the Self-Evaluation Action Plan and requested a workshop regarding the roles of the Superintendent and the Board.

• Accepted updates to page 18 (Communications) of Operating Board Protocol Manual via general consensus
• Reached general consensus for Governance team to contribute topics to the 'Parking Lot' for future Board discussion
• Reached general consensus to request a workshop to discuss the role of the Superintendent and the Board

School Board Workshop Agenda - Superintendent Search - 9:00 AM **This meeting will be recorded and aired after all Group Interviews are completed.**

The Lee County School Board is holding a workshop to interview two superintendent candidates, Vickie Cartwright and Dr. Ken Savage, after two other candidates withdrew their applications. The board will also have a general discussion period. The meeting is recorded and will air after all group interviews.

• Candidate interview with Vickie Cartwright, Ph.D. (1 hour 25 minutes)
• Candidate interview with Dr. Ken Savage (1 hour 25 minutes)
• Two candidate applications withdrawn (June 2 and June 4, 2021)
• Board discussion (1 hour 25 minutes) on unspecified topic

The Board established a consensus for the interview process, including question limits and public disclosure rules. Board members interviewed Vickie Cartwright, Ph.D. and Dr. Ken Savage for the Interim Superintendent position.

• Reached consensus that candidates would have 3 questions per Board Member with 3-minute limits
• Reached consensus to proceed with two candidates and not add others
• Reached consensus not to share interview questions with the public before interviews
• Interviewed Vickie Cartwright, Ph.D. for Interim Superintendent
• Interviewed Dr. Ken Savage for Interim Superintendent

School Board Workshop Agenda - 2:00 PM ****Masks are highly recommended but not required during Board meetings. Please sit in the appropriate spot if you choose not to wear a mask for the benefit of other members of the public who are wearing a masks.

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss Objective Three of the Envision 2030 plan, focusing on increasing college and career readiness. The board will also prioritize future workshop topics and review the agenda for the following day's regular meeting. One item, Board Auditor Evaluation, was pulled prior to the meeting.

• Discussion of Envision 2030 Objective Three: Increase College and Career Readiness
• Prioritization of workshop topics including Lighthouse complaints, board self-evaluation, job descriptions, and LGBTQ training
• Agenda review for the June 8, 2021 regular board meeting
• Item pulled: Board Auditor Evaluation

The Board received a presentation on college and career readiness. Members reached a general consensus regarding the format of board member evaluation tools and the process for finalizing the Superintendent's job description.

• Reached general consensus to align Board Member evaluation form format with board employees
• Reached general consensus that the Superintendent job description will be finalized by the search firm
• Reached general consensus to postpone a workshop on Executive Secretaries until HR provides a revised job description

School Board Special Meeting Agenda (Closed Attorney/Client Session) **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will hold a closed attorney‑client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy concerning litigation costs in the Cheri Russ and Judith Johnson lawsuit (Case No. 2:20‑cv‑484). The session will begin and end with an open meeting and will be attended by board members, the superintendent, and the board’s attorneys. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is for discussion of the case.

• Discuss settlement negotiations and litigation‑expenditure strategy for Cheri Russ & Judith Johnson v. Lee County School Board (Case No. 2:20‑cv‑484)

The School Board conducted a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy for the lawsuit Russ and Johnson vs. The School Board of Lee County. No public decisions or votes were recorded in these minutes.

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board approved five candidates to interview for the interim superintendent position: Wayne Alexander, Vickie Cartwright, Leonard Fitts, Jason Nault, and Kenneth Savage. The board also passed a resolution declaring June 2021 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month and renewed a $175,000 branding contract with Priority Marketing. Other actions included appointing Charles Gutekunst to the Value Adjustment Board and approving advertisement platforms for a superintendent search firm.

• Approved five interim superintendent candidates (Wayne Alexander, Vickie Cartwright, Leonard Fitts, Jason Nault, Kenneth Savage) for interviews on June 7, with final decision June 8
• Renewed ITN No. N177293RC with Priority Marketing for branding services, estimated $175,000, for June 6, 2021 through June 5, 2022
• Adopted resolution proclaiming June 2021 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month (5-1 vote, Chris Patricca dissenting)
• Appointed Charles Gutekunst as citizen member to the Value Adjustment Board
• Approved superintendent search firm advertisement verbiage and platforms (district website, social media, LinkedIn, Indeed, Biz.yelp)

The Board approved a list of interview candidates for the interim superintendent position and expanded a partnership with Lee Health to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to children. Several academic contracts, grant applications, and a branding renewal were also approved.

• Approved interview candidates for Interim Superintendent: Wayne Alexander, Vickie Cartwright, Leonard Fitts, Jason Nault, and Kenneth Savage (6-0)
• Approved expansion of Lee Health MOU to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to pediatric population (6-0)
• Approved $175,000 branding contract renewal with Priority Marketing of Fort Myers (6-0)
• Approved proclamation of June 2021 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month (5-1)
• Approved appointment of Charles Gutekunst to the Value Adjustment Board (6-0)
• Approved $271,406 Title I Private School contract with One on One Learning (6-0)
• Approved $5,240,657 ESSER CARES Act Application Grant amendment (6-0)
• Approved high school graduation dates for 2021-2022 school year (6-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

At the May 25, 2021 briefing, the Lee County School Board will discuss three internal audit reports covering human‑resources recruitment, purchasing and procurement compliance, and a statement of work. The board will also receive first‑reading briefings of the adult and student codes of conduct and updates on capital projects and recent change orders. The meeting includes a public‑comment segment following the briefings.

• Human Resources Recruitment and Onboarding Internal Audit Report (30 min)
• Purchasing and Procurement Compliance Internal Audit Report (30 min)
• RSM – Statement of Work (30 min)
• Adult Code of Conduct (briefing/1st reading) (5 min)
• 2021‑2022 Student Code of Conduct (briefing/1st reading) (45 min)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

This is a workshop meeting where the Lee County School Board discusses the regular meeting agenda for the next day, conducts a board self-evaluation, reviews board liaison assignments, and updates the board procedures manual. All items are discussions and information only, with no votes expected.

• Review of the May 25, 2021 Regular Agenda (60 min discussion)
• Board Self-Evaluation (60 min discussion, with attached evaluation PDF)
• Board Liaisons review for 2021-22 (15 min, with committee list PDF)
• Discussion of Board Procedures Manual and Robert's Rules of Order (60 min, with revised manual PDF)

The board held a workshop to discuss self-evaluation, board liaisons, and the procedures manual. Members reached a general consensus on several administrative updates and the need for further planning workshops.

• Reached general consensus to hold another workshop for an action plan on priority topics
• Reached general consensus to develop a rotation schedule for board members to attend the Student Advisory Committee
• Reached general consensus for the board liaison of the month to meet with the student advisory chair and staff liaison
• Reached general consensus to keep the standard email response page in the protocol manual
• Reached general consensus to keep added language in the protocol manual for reviewing future workshop topics
• Reached general consensus to further discuss adding time limits to board member comments and presentation communications

School Board Briefing Agenda 9:00 AM [Superintendent Search] **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will discuss the pool of interim superintendent candidates, including their rankings and group interview results. It will also review a presentation on advertising options, location, and cost for a permanent superintendent search firm. Public comment procedures are outlined for the meeting.

• Review of interim superintendent candidate rankings (resume PDFs and ranking rubric attached)
• Discussion of interim superintendent group interview summary (Group Interviews.pdf)
• Presentation on permanent superintendent search firm advertising, location, and cost (Super Search Firms 5.22.21.pdf)
• Public comment information and procedural rules
• Masks are required in the district office during the meeting

The School Board held a briefing to review the top five candidates for interim superintendent and potential interview questions. The Board also received a presentation regarding the location and cost of advertising for permanent superintendent search firms.

School Board Special Meeting Agenda 9:30 AM [Superintendent Search] **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board held a special meeting focused on the superintendent search. The board voted 5-1 to approve the Interim Superintendent Resume Rubric as presented. Public comment was allowed on agenda items and other educational matters.

• Approval of the Interim Superintendent Resume Rubric (motion carried 5-1)
• Public comment period at start of meeting with 3-minute speaking limit
• Next regular board meeting scheduled for May 24, 2021

The Board approved a resume screening tool for the interim superintendent search with specific scoring amendments. The Board also voted to extend the application deadline for cover letters and resumes to 4:00 p.m.

• Approved the Interim Superintendent Resume Rubric as amended (5-1)
• Approved the agenda as the order of business (6-0)
• Approved motion to stick with 9:00 a.m. application deadline (5-2)
• Approved motion to rescind the 9:00 a.m. deadline motion (5-1)
• Approved extension of application deadline to 4:00 p.m. (5-1)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 10:30 AM [Superintendent Search] **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss the superintendent search process. Topics include introducing a facilitator, developing a rubric for scoring applicants, deciding on a candidate pool of 3-5, and selecting a search firm to handle the permanent superintendent search. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Introduction of Mr. Kashman as facilitator for the search process
• Development of a rubric for scoring superintendent applicants
• Discussion on narrowing candidate pool to 3-5 finalists
• Selection process for a search firm to handle the permanent superintendent search

The Board reviewed the rubric for scoring candidates and discussed the process for selecting a recruitment firm for a permanent superintendent. Board members expressed a preference for interviewing three to five finalists.

• Reviewed candidate scoring rubric
• Discussed procedure for selecting a superintendent recruitment firm

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

This is a briefing meeting, not a voting session, where the Lee County School Board discusses several items including potential external investigators, an adult code of conduct, a budget briefing, and a sales tax briefing. No decisions are expected; items are for discussion and information only.

• Potential External Investigators — 60-minute discussion with proposals from HR & Beyond, The Norfus Firm, and Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell
• Adult Code of Conduct 2021-2022 — PreBriefing discussion of draft and strike-through versions
• Budget Briefing — 20-minute presentation by Chief Academic Officer and Budget Director
• Sales Tax Briefing — 40-minute update on school district sales tax revenue

The Board reached a general consensus to hire HR & Beyond to conduct external investigations into specific cases. Other agenda items included briefings on the Adult Code of Conduct, quarterly budget funding, and sales tax projects.

• Reached general consensus to retain HR & Beyond for external investigations
• Reached general consensus to conduct external investigations of specific cases

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School District Board met on May 11, 2021 to conduct its regular order of business. After approving the agenda, the board recognized several student achievements and acknowledged heritage months. The board also presented public‑comment procedures. The primary action was the approval of the Head Start‑Early Head Start 2020‑2021 Continuation Grant, providing $8,310,333 for program costs with no additional direct cost to the district.

• Approval of the agenda as the order of business (motion carried).
• Reading of resolutions recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, National Jewish American Heritage Month, and Teacher Appreciation Week.
• Recognitions of student STEM achievements, including Dhruva Sharma’s awards and Sunshine State Scholars.
• Public comment guidelines outlining speaker limits and disclosure requirements.
• Approval of the Head Start‑Early Head Start 2020‑2021 Continuation Grant for $8,310,333 (including $338,791 indirect costs).

The Board approved several grants for Head Start and Early Head Start programs, totaling over $9.5M. Other actions included approving mental health telehealth services, budget amendments, and various facility maintenance contracts.

• Approved Head Start-Early Head Start 2020-2021 Continuation Grant for $8,310,333.00 (7-0)
• Approved Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Grant for $1,002,730.00 (7-0)
• Approved COVID-19 Head Start-Early Head Start Grant for $264,853.00 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Central Florida Behavioral Health Network, Inc. for $87,937.31 (7-0)
• Approved $84,984.60 purchase requisition to Motorola Solutions, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $39,528.00 final payment to SCP Enterprises, Inc. for Estero High School brick pavers (7-0)
• Approved $3M renewal for glass materials and repair with Gatewood Glass, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $225,000.00 expenditure for fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

This is a School Board workshop to discuss the facility scoping and engagement process, prioritize future workshop topics, and review the agenda for the next day's regular meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information only.

• Discussion of project scoping and engagement process for facilities (60 min)
• Prioritization of future workshop topics (45 min)
• Agenda review for May 11, 2021 regular board meeting (60 min)

The board held a workshop to discuss project scoping, engagement processes, and the May 11 regular agenda. Members reached a general consensus to hold a future workshop regarding 360 Evaluations for Board Employees.

• Reached general consensus to workshop 360 Evaluations for Board Employees

School Board Special Meeting Agenda 11:00 AM [Superintendent Search] **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board held a special meeting on May 7, 2021, to advance the interim superintendent hiring process. The board approved a timeline from May 7 to June 8, selected a consultant from three firms, adopted an advertisement document, and set a $3,000 advertisement budget from district reserves. A dedicated web page for the search was also approved.

• Approved timeline: advertisement placed May 7, applications due May 21, interviews May 25–June 4, group interviews June 7, and interim candidate appointment June 8.
• Approved consultant from three firms: Joseph Mazurkiewicz/BJM Consulting, Scott Kashman/Healthy Team Healthy Business, and Cole Peacock/RC Peacock Consulting.
• Approved advertisement document for interim superintendent job posting.
• Approved $3,000 advertisement budget from district reserves for listings including School Spring, Ed Week, WSJ, and others.
• Approved web page for the interim superintendent search.

The Board approved the timeline, consultant, and advertisement budget for hiring an interim superintendent. They also approved the advertisement document with a May 21 application deadline. The approval of the search web page was tabled until May 11.

• Approved timeline and process for superintendent search (4-3)
• Approved hiring Mr. Kashman as consultant (7-0)
• Approved consultant agreement (7-0)
• Approved advertisement document with May 21 deadline (7-0)
• Approved $4,289 Wall Street Journal and $749 New York Times advertisement budget (7-0)
• Tabled approval of search web page until May 11 (6-1)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 9:00 AM [Superintendent Search] **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss the superintendent search process, including advertising for an interim superintendent and hiring a consultant to facilitate the search. They will also set future meeting dates. No decisions are made; all items are discussion and information only.

• Discussion on verbiage and budget for interim superintendent advertisement
• Discussion on prospective consultants and budget for search facilitator
• Setting future meeting dates for superintendent search process

The Board held a workshop to establish requirements and processes for hiring an interim superintendent. Members reached a general consensus on candidate qualifications, the recruitment budget, and the role of a consultant in the hiring process.

• Reached consensus on requiring a Master's Degree for Interim Superintendent
• Reached consensus that teaching experience is not required for Interim Superintendent
• Reached consensus on a 6-month contract length with monthly extensions
• Reached consensus on a $3,000.00 advertising budget
• Reached consensus to use a consultant to facilitate the interview, review, and rubric processes
• Reached consensus that Board members will call to check references for the Interim Superintendent

School Board Special Meeting Agenda (Closed Attorney/Client Session) **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will hold a closed attorney‑client session. The session will focus on settlement negotiations and strategy regarding litigation expenditures in the case of Cheri Russ and Judith Johnson versus the School Board (Case No. 2:20‑cv‑484). The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room at 2855 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, and will be followed by an open meeting.

• Closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations in Russ & Johnson lawsuit (Case No. 2:20‑cv‑484)
• Review of litigation expenditure strategy for the same case

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM [Superintendent Search] **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss the process for selecting a new superintendent. The agenda includes a three-hour discussion and information item focused on the superintendent search, with attachments of the current superintendent's contract and the official job description for the position.

• Discussion of superintendent search process lasting three hours
• Review of Gregory K. Adkins' contract (July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2021)
• Review of job description for Superintendent of Schools (S-21.01)

The Board established the process for selecting an interim Superintendent, including the use of an external consultant and application rules. They agreed that the current Superintendent's contract will be fulfilled through June 30th.

• Consensus reached to allow Dr. Adkins to fulfill contract until June 30th
• Consensus reached to bar the interim from applying for the Superintendent position
• Consensus reached to allow both internal and external candidates for interim
• Consensus reached to hire an external consultant to guide the interim search
• Consensus reached to set interim contract for 6 months with monthly extensions
• Consensus reached to negotiate interim pay based on a prorated $209,000.00 base pay
• Consensus reached to have HR place the advertisement for the interim position

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes a long-term community partnership MOU with United Way, Florida Gulf Coast University, and Lee Health to provide integrated services at Franklin Park Elementary School, effective through 2046. The board will also consider a $9,000 agreement with The Sky Family YMCA, Inc., and approve several proclamations for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, and National Teacher Appreciation Week/Day. Procedural items include approval of the agenda, invocation, and public comment rules.

• Approval of 25-year Community Partnership MOU with United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee; Florida Gulf Coast University; and Lee Health at Franklin Park Elementary School
• Agreement with The Sky Family YMCA, Inc. for $9,000
• Resolution proclaiming May 2021 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Resolution proclaiming May 2021 as Jewish American Heritage Month
• Resolution proclaiming May 3-7 and May 4, 2021 as National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Teacher Day

The Board approved several grant supplements and academic contracts, including a $2.16M Title I grant. It also authorized community partnerships for student services and summer programs. Multiple heritage month and teacher appreciation proclamations were approved.

• Approved $2.16M Title I Part A grant for disadvantaged academic achievement (7-0)
• Approved $833,207.22 agreement with Tri-County Apprenticeship Academy (7-0)
• Approved $900,000 renewal for USDA Commodity Processed Cheese (7-0)
• Approved $120,000 renewal for Specialty Diet Foods (7-0)
• Approved $25,000 contract with One-on-One Learning for migrant student tutoring (7-0)
• Approved $25,500 dental contracts for Head Start and Migrant programs (7-0)
• Approved summer program agreements with The Sky Family YMCA and Boys and Girls Club (7-0)
• Approved partnership MOU with United Way, FGCU, and Lee Health at Franklin Park Elementary (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The School Board will receive a pre-briefing on the proposed 2021-2022 Student Code of Conduct for elementary (PK-5) and secondary (6-12) students. The item is for discussion and information only, with draft documents attached. The meeting also includes procedures for public comment limited to agenda items and board member comments.

• Pre-briefing on 2021-2022 Student Code of Conduct (PK-5 & 6-12) with redline drafts attached
• Public comment limited to agenda items per Board Policy 1.11; speakers must register before meeting start
• Masks required in the District Office

The Board held a briefing to discuss proposed amendments to the 2021-2022 Student Code of Conduct for grades PK-12. The meeting included feedback from 60 public speakers. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

This workshop for the Lee County School Board includes presentations and discussions on three topics: distance learning and equity in distance learning, a real estate disposition strategy, and a review of the April 27, 2020 regular agenda. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Discussion of distance learning/equity in distance learning (60-minute presentation by academic officers)
• Real estate disposition strategy presentation (45-minute presentation by operations planning and TCG)
• Agenda review of the April 27, 2020 regular agenda (60-minute discussion)

The School Board conducted a workshop focused on information and discussion. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will receive quarterly reports from six advisory committees on construction, curriculum, equity, and finance. They will also hear project scoping presentations for Franklin Park Elementary and Veterans Park Academy for the Arts. Two policies are introduced for first reading, while Policy 1.20 on community involvement has been pulled. The briefing includes no voting items.

• Quarterly reports from Construction, Continuous Systemic Improvement, Curriculum, District Advisory, Equity and Diversity, and Finance advisory committees
• Franklin Park Elementary School project scoping and engagement presentation
• Veterans Park Academy for the Arts project scoping and engagement presentation
• First reading of Policy 5.081 on Certification of Adjunct Educators
• First reading of Policy 9.10 on School Names

The School Board reached a general consensus to move forward with support for Board Advisory Committees and SB 934. The Board also agreed to move forward with policies regarding community involvement, adjunct educator certification, and school names.

• Reached general consensus to support Board Advisory Committees and SB 934
• Reached general consensus to move forward with Policy 1.20 (Community Involvement Opportunities) and Policy 5.081 (Certification of Adjunct Educators)
• Reached general consensus to move forward with Policy 9.10 (School Names) with discussed changes

School Board Student Hearing Agenda - 11:00 AM ***STUDENT HEARINGS ARE NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC***

The Lee County School Board held a closed student hearing and voted to expel a student (Case No. 20-21-0103) for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year and all of 2021-2022. The board also adopted a final order and the meeting agenda. Student hearing materials are confidential and not available for review.

• Expulsion of student (Case No. 20-21-0103) through 2021-2022 school year
• Adoption of agenda as order of business
• Student hearing closed to the public per confidentiality laws

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The School Board is considering lease agreements for the Class of 2021 graduation ceremonies at several venues. Additionally, the board is reviewing a proposal to hire conflict counsel to assist when the School Board Attorney has a conflict of interest.

• Lease agreements for Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremonies totaling $122,555.85
• Agreement with Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman for conflict counsel services
• Recognition of Alyssa Smith as 2021 Lee County Teacher of the Year
• Recognition of Teresa Rigdon as 2021 Lee County School-Related Employee of the Year

The Board approved several operational contracts, including a multi-vendor paving agreement and leases for 2021 graduation ceremonies. It also authorized various grant amendments for CTE infrastructure and instructional continuity. All listed action items passed with unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Approved $3.8M paving services contract with four vendors (7-0)
• Approved $122,555.85 for Class of 2021 graduation ceremony leases (7-0)
• Approved $58,787.02 for outdoor cooling units at Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School (7-0)
• Approved $57,500.00 contract renewal with EqualLevel, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $522,800.00 expenditure increase for signs and installation (7-0)
• Approved re-budgeting of $108,300 for CARES Act CTE infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman as conflict counsel (7-0)
• Approved fuel sharing agreement with Lee County through September 30, 2030 (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the evaluation of the board attorney, prioritize future workshop topics, and review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. No votes or decisions will be made; this is a discussion session only.

• School Board Attorney Evaluation—discussion of performance with individual evaluations from board members attached
• Prioritize Workshop Topics—board will rank potential future workshop subjects
• Agenda Review of April 13, 2021 Regular Meeting—review items scheduled for the next business meeting

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a briefing session to discuss several operational and academic items. Presentations include an update on Innovation School, a plan for Bay Oaks Park with an interlocal agreement with Ft. Myers Beach, the sale of property on Del Prado Blvd in Cape Coral, and a site plan update for Estero Elementary and Middle School. A capital project update and budget update for FY2022 are also on the agenda. Public comment is permitted only on agenda items at this briefing.

• Innovation School update (60-minute presentation)
• Bay Oaks Park plan and interlocal agreement with Town of Ft. Myers Beach
• Cape Coral property sale on Del Prado Blvd
• Estero 'AAAA' site plan update for Estero Elementary and Middle School
• Budget update with FY2022 draft timeline and staffing ranges

The School Board reached general consensus to proceed with a potential property sale in Cape Coral and to use a draft site plan for the Bay Oaks Park interlocal agreement. Other items discussed included budget updates and capital projects, though no formal votes were recorded.

• General consensus reached to move forward with potential Cape Coral property sale
• General consensus reached to use proposed draft site plan for Bay Oaks Park property delineations
• General consensus reached for Chair Jordan to contact Mr. Quick regarding a Lighthouse complaint
• General consensus reached to send a letter regarding Senate Bill 86 - Bright Futures
• General consensus reached to place Resolutions in a separate agenda section from consent items

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will consider consent items including appointments to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee and approval of $2,100 in travel costs for three board members to attend a finance forum. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment procedures. No major policy debates are scheduled.

• Appoint Greta Campbell, Cia Sherman, and Steven Shimp to 4-year terms on the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee
• Appoint Christopher Simoneau and Dan Severson (4-year terms) under a GOOD CAUSE item for the same committee
• Approve $2,100 for three board members to travel to the FSBA School Finance 2.0 Forum in Howey-in-the-Hills, FL
• Approve draft minutes from February 9 and February 23, 2021 school board meetings
• Public comment rules allow 3 minutes per speaker (reduced if more than 20 speakers)

The School Board approved the adoption of instructional materials for English Language Arts and Reading for the 2021-2022 school year. The board also approved several service contracts, budget amendments, and personnel recommendations.

• Approved $14,968,848 for K-12 English Language Arts and Reading materials (7-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 estimated expenditure for classroom supplies via Collier County piggyback (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 for first aid supplies and equipment catalog discount (7-0)
• Approved $75,000 extension for clinic supplies for District Warehouse Operations (7-0)
• Approved $78,500 expenditure increase for Dr. Rachel Cohen Audiology, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $5,500 agreement with Transeo for high school work-based learning (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (7-0)
• Approved February 28, 2021 Monthly Budget Report and Budget Amendment (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss the organization of the legal department, clarify the board attorney's role, job description, and evaluation process. They will also review the agenda for the March 23 regular meeting. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Review of Legal Department organization and clarification of Board Attorney role, job description, and evaluation (120-minute discussion)
• Agenda review for the March 23, 2021 regular meeting (60-minute discussion)
• Attachments include organizational charts, attorney evaluation form, and policy A-16.01 (School Board Attorney and General Counsel)

The board conducted a workshop to review the legal department's organization and the role and evaluation of the Board Attorney. Members also reviewed the agenda for the March 23, 2021, regular meeting. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 9:00 AM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss legal issues and best practices related to LGBTQ+ topics. The session, lasting three hours, will feature presentations from district attorneys and equity staff. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information item.

• Three-hour discussion on Legal Issues & Best Practices LGBTQ+
• Presenters include Chief Staff Attorney Brian Williams and other district equity and counseling staff

The board held a workshop featuring a presentation on LGBTQ+ legal issues and best practices. Members reached a general consensus to employ an external investigator to review lighthouse complaints and related text messages.

• Reached general consensus to move forward with an external investigator to review lighthouse complaints

School Board Special Meeting Agenda (Closed Attorney/Client Session) 2:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

This is a special meeting solely for a closed attorney/client session. The School Board will discuss settlement negotiations and strategy related to litigation expenditures in the lawsuit Oakes Farms Food & Distribution Services, LLC and Francis A. Oakes, III vs. The School District of Lee County, FL. The meeting will begin and end with open meeting formalities; no public action is scheduled.

• Closed attorney/client session on settlement negotiations and litigation strategy in Oakes Farms lawsuit

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing meeting to discuss and receive information on several policy updates and a K-8 school comparison. Items include first readings of Exceptional Student Education policies and managerial discipline guidelines for transportation employees, as well as prebriefings on audit, community involvement, adjunct educator certification, and school naming policies.

• 1st reading of 2020-2021 – 2022-2023 Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures
• 1st reading of Policy 5.29, Managerial Discipline Guidelines for Transportation Employees
• Prebriefing on Policy 1.171, Audit Committee
• Prebriefing on Policy 1.20, Community Involvement Opportunities
• 60-minute presentation on K-8 School Comparison

School Board Quasi-Judicial Hearing Agenda 11:00 AM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board held a quasi-judicial hearing and voted to terminate Shuntavious Smith, a bus attendant, effective March 9, 2021. The meeting otherwise consisted of procedural items.

• Termination of bus attendant Shuntavious Smith, effective March 9, 2021

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board will consider a consent agenda including resolutions for Irish-American Heritage Month and Women's History Month, a $150,000 reallocation of Head Start grant funds for classroom supplies at James Stephens International Academy, and a $169,610 agreement with Kids Read Now for a summer reading program at seven Tier 3 elementary schools. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of $169,610 agreement with Kids Read Now, Inc. for summer reading program at San Carlos Park, G. Weaver Hipps, Tice, Harns Marsh, Orange River, James Stephens International, and Tortuga Preserve elementary schools
• Reallocation of $150,000 Head Start grant funds from 'Other' to 'Supplies' for classroom renovations at James Stephens International Academy
• Approval of resolution proclaiming March 2021 as Irish-American Heritage Month
• Approval of resolution proclaiming March 2021 as National Women's History Month
• Public comment period with rules limiting speakers to 3 minutes

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss increasing operational efficiency and effectiveness as part of the EnVision 2030 plan, prioritize future workshop topics, and review the agenda for the March 9 regular board meeting. No formal decisions will be made; this is a discussion and information session.

• Discussion of EnVision 2030 Objective 5: Increase Operational Efficiency and Effectiveness (60 min) with presentations from multiple directors including CFO, HR, IT, and procurement
• Prioritizing future workshop topics (45 min) to guide upcoming board discussions
• Agenda review for the March 9, 2021 regular board meeting (60 min)
• Masks required in the District Office during the meeting

The board held a workshop to discuss increasing operational efficiency and effectiveness. Members reached a consensus to conduct a workshop for various topics on the March 9, 2021 regular agenda.

• Consensus reached to conduct a workshop for various topics for the March 9, 2021 Regular Agenda

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a briefing session (not a voting meeting) to receive informational updates. Topics include a 60-minute disparity study on minority/women/veteran business enterprise programs, a CARES Act funding briefing, a VPAA communications plan, a capital project update, and a change-order memo. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

• Disparity Study Update (60 min) on commercial anti-discrimination policies and small/minority/women/veteran business programs
• CARES Act Briefing (15 min) on federal funding allocations
• VPAA Communications Plan (50 min) regarding expansion/merger project
• Capital Project Update (20 min) on construction projects
• Change Order Memo - January (contract changes)

The board held a briefing featuring updates on a disparity study, CARES Act, and capital projects. No formal votes were recorded. The board reached a general consensus to thank Governor DeSantis for expanding vaccine eligibility to educators aged 50 and up.

• Reached general consensus to write a thank-you letter to Governor DeSantis regarding vaccinations for educators aged 50 and up
• Reached general consensus to formulate discussion time limit norms for Briefings and Workshops for the Board Protocol Manual

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The board approved several consent items including an academic affiliation agreement with Lee Memorial Health System for clinical training of health science students, a dual enrollment agreement with Keiser University at an estimated cost of $20,000, a workforce development MOU with Local Workforce Development Board-24, and a sports management internship MOU with Florida Gulf Coast University.

• Approval of Academic Affiliation Agreement with Lee Memorial Health System for clinical preparation of Nurse Assisting, Practical Nursing, Medical Assisting, Emergency Medical Technician, and Pharmacy Technician students (no cost to district)
• Approval of 2020-2021 Agreement and Articulated Acceleration Plan with Keiser University for college-level dual enrollment courses, estimated cost $20,000 for textbooks
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding and Infrastructure Funding Agreement with Local Workforce Development Board-24 (CareerSource Southwest Florida) at no cost
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Florida Gulf Coast University for Sports Management Internship Program at no cost

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss increasing workforce success and receive an update on the FY22 budget. Board members will also review the agenda for the following day's regular meeting. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Discussion on Increase Workforce Success, including HR strategies and talent management (90 minutes)
• FY22 Budget Update with FTE projections and Governor's Budget overview (30 minutes)
• Agenda review of the February 23, 2021 regular meeting (60 minutes)
• Masks required in the District Office noted

The School Board conducted a workshop focused on workforce success and the FY22 budget update. The meeting also included a review of the agenda for the February 23, 2021, regular meeting. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

School Board Student Hearing Agenda - 11:00 AM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board held a student hearing to consider the expulsion of a student identified as case 20-21-0055. The superintendent recommended expulsion for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year and all of the 2021-2022 school year. The board approved the motion unanimously, with all six members voting in favor.

• Expulsion vote on student case 20-21-0055 for remainder of 2020-2021 and all of 2021-2022 school years

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board is considering approval of the 2020-21 School Class Size Compliance Plan, which must be certified by the board and submitted to the Florida Department of Education by February 19, 2021. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and resolutions proclaiming February as National Black History Month and Career and Technical Education Month.

• Approval of 2020-21 School Class Size Compliance Plan (consent item, no fiscal impact)
• Approval of resolution proclaiming February 2021 as National Black History Month
• Approval of resolution proclaiming February 2021 as Career and Technical Education Month
• Approval of official minutes from September 2020 School Board meetings
• Public comment rules outlined for speaking at meeting

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

This briefing meeting includes informational presentations on a new public records system (90 minutes) and K-12 English Language Arts textbook adoption (30 minutes). No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information only.

• New Public Records System presentation (90 minutes)
• K-12 ELA Textbook Adoption presentation (30 minutes)
• Public comment rules outlined for regular meetings and briefings

The School Board reached a general consensus to reject the Calendar of Community Events as currently written. The Superintendent was directed to collaborate with the Chief of Staff to provide recommendations. The Board also agreed for the Superintendent to draft a message of support to school administrators.

• Rejected Calendar of Community Events in current form
• Directed Superintendent to collaborate with Chief of Staff for recommendations on community events calendar
• Reached consensus for Superintendent to draft a message of support to school administrators

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to review the February 9 regular meeting agenda and discuss priorities for future workshop topics. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational and discussion-based.

• Review of the February 9, 2021 Regular Agenda (60 minutes)
• Prioritization of workshop topics (45 minutes, led by Director Cindy McClung)

The Board held a workshop to review the February 9, 2021, regular agenda and prioritize future workshop topics. Members reached a general consensus on several administrative and planning items. No formal votes were recorded.

• Reached general consensus for Cindy McClung to send Board Members a rotating list of topics
• Reached general consensus to hold a workshop on Success Academy and Lamp updates
• Reached general consensus to change the word comparison to separate elementary, middle, and K-8 schools
• Reached general consensus on the process of building new schools
• Reached general consensus for the board to receive the updated protocol manual

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board is meeting to approve consent items, including a $6,434,800 disaster relief funding application for a Head Start facility and several partnership agreements. The board will also hear public comment on agenda items or other school district matters.

• Approval of $6,434,800 disaster relief grant for construction of a 20-classroom Head Start facility and playground equipment
• Memorandum of Understanding with City of Fort Myers CRA for high school work-based learning through Southwest Florida Enterprise Center
• Academic Affiliation Agreement with Associates in Eye Care of Florida for Optometric Assisting clinical training at Cape Coral Technical College
• Amendment 1 for Title III grant providing $9,000 for supplementary English language learner instruction

The School Board of Lee County approved several grant applications and amendments, including disaster relief and CARES Act funding. The Board also authorized academic affiliation agreements for clinical preparation of students in veterinary, nursing, and optometric fields.

• Approved $6,434,800.00 Disaster Relief Funding Application (7-0)
• Approved $4,312,832.87 ESSER CARES Act Application Amendment 4 (7-0)
• Approved $659,897.00 High-Quality Curriculum for Reading ESSER grant (7-0)
• Approved $116,075.86 K-12 Civic Literacy Booklist GEER Fund (7-0)
• Approved MOU with City of Fort Myers CRA for Southwest Florida Enterprise Center (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Fort Myers Police Department for FAT's Machine donation (7-0)
• Approved academic affiliation agreements with Crankshaw Veterinary Services, Volunteers of America Lee County Health Care Facility, and Eye Centers of Florida (7-0)
• Approved $9,000 Title III English Language Learners grant amendment (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The School Board will brief on proposed policy P2.34 regarding religious expression, along with policies on guest teachers and managerial discipline for transportation employees. Quarterly reports from advisory committees are on the agenda. The board will also discuss a shared-use agreement for Fort Myers Beach Elementary and receive a capital project update.

• Policy P2.34 on religious expression
• Policy 5.08 on guest teachers
• Policy 5.29 on managerial discipline for transportation employees
• Fort Myers Beach Elementary/Bay Oaks interlocal agreement
• Capital project update for January 2021

School Board Quasi-Judicial Hearing Agenda 3:30 PM ** Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board held a quasi-judicial hearing and voted to suspend Christina Ludwig, a teacher at Riverdale High School, without pay and benefits effective November 16, 2020, until the Board acts on the order from a DOAH Administrative Law Judge. The suspension follows a petition for termination of employment filed against Ludwig, who has requested an administrative hearing. The agenda also included routine procedural items and adjournment.

• Petition for termination of Christina Ludwig, a teacher at Riverdale High School
• Board approved suspension without pay and benefits until DOAH judge order
• Motion carried 7-0 (one member not present at vote)
• Fiscal impact listed as 'No'
• Board policy 1.12 and legal documents attached

The School Board acted on a petition for the termination of Christina Ludwig. The Board decided to suspend Ludwig without pay and benefits effective November 16, 2020, pending an Order from the DOAH Administrative Law Judge.

• Approved agenda as the order of business (6-0)
• Approved suspension without pay and benefits of Christina Ludwig effective Nov. 16, 2020 (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 9:00 AM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss an update on the EnVision 2030 strategic plan, focusing on student services supports. This is an information and discussion item, not a voting session.

• EnVision 2030 Update – Student Services Supports (120-minute discussion)

The board conducted a workshop to discuss student services supports as part of the EnVision 2030 update. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss and review the Audit Committee Policy, which includes a 60-minute discussion led by the board attorney. They will also review the regular meeting agenda for the following day. The workshop is a discussion and information session; no votes are scheduled.

• Audit Committee Policy Review — 60-minute discussion led by School Board Attorney Kathy Dupuy-Bruno
• Agenda Review of the January 26, 2021 Regular Meeting — 60-minute review of upcoming business
• Masks are required in the District Office per agenda note

The Board held a workshop to review the Audit Committee Policy. Members reached a general consensus on several membership, eligibility, and operational requirements for the committee.

• Consensus to remove school board member liaison as a voting member
• Consensus to remove superintendent and board attorney as non-voting members
• Consensus to remove CFO as a non-voting member
• Consensus to allow Superintendent and CFO to have a designee
• Consensus that committee members cannot serve on other committees
• Consensus that committee members must be Lee County residents
• Consensus that district employees are non-voting members
• Consensus that members must have no financial gain or business partnerships with the district

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a briefing to discuss several informational items. They will review a draft site plan for Estero K & NN, elementary proximity and attendance boundaries, and policies on guest teachers, managerial discipline for transportation employees, and religious expression. Also on the agenda is a scope of work from RSM regarding a booster investigation and internal audit.

• RSM Scope/Statement of Work for Booster Investigation and Internal Audit
• Draft Site Plan for Estero K & NN
• Elementary Proximity (attendance boundary discussion)
• Policy 5.08 Guest Teachers
• Policy 2.34 Religious Expression

The Board reached a general consensus to move forward with changes to the guest teacher policy and the managerial discipline guidelines for transportation employees. Members also agreed to revisit the RSM scope after reviewing booster club manuals and training plans.

• Reached consensus to execute changes to Policy 5.08 (Guest Teachers) and return for 2nd reading
• Reached consensus to move Policy 5.29 (Managerial Discipline Guidelines for Transportation Employees) ahead
• Reached consensus to revisit RSM Scope/Statement of Work after reviewing Booster Club Manual and District Training Plans

School Board Meeting Agenda w/Leasing Mtg Agenda 6:00 PM **Masks are required in the District Office.**

The Lee County School Board met and approved the consent agenda, which included a $320,000 amendment to the COVID-19 rapid testing agreement with Lee Health, a $400,000 printing services contract, and a $200,000 piggyback on Pinellas County digital catalog discounts. The meeting opened with procedural items, a moment of silence, and the pledge of allegiance. Public comment rules were also outlined.

• Approval of $320,000 First Amendment to MOU with Lee Health for COVID-19 rapid testing
• Approval of $400,000 expenditure for printing services (ITN No. N197368ES) awarded to multiple vendors
• Approval to piggyback Pinellas County Schools Bid No. 20-480-077 for Digital Catalog Discounts ($200,000)
• Approval of Migrant Education Program Title I Part C Amendment 1 ($24,532)

The Board approved several consent items including expenditures for printing and digital catalogs, a COVID-19 testing agreement with Lee Health, and various academic partnerships. The meeting also authorized multiple grant applications and dual enrollment agreements.

• Approved $400,000 expenditure for printing services (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 to piggyback Pinellas County Schools bid for digital catalog discounts (7-0)
• Approved first amendment to Lee Health MOU for COVID-19 rapid testing, max $320,000 (7-0)
• Approved $2,706,140.55 grant proposal for Title IV Student Support and Academic Enrichment (7-0)
• Approved academic affiliation with Embry-Riddle Gaetz Aerospace Institute for $3,914 plus 5% CAPE funds (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Lee Building Industry Association for career exploration (7-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 Career Dual Enrollment agreement with School Board of Hendry County (7-0)
• Approved contract with Lee County Board of County Commissioners for Saturday School Driver Education (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM **Masks are Required in the District Office**

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss increasing kindergarten readiness, review the next day's regular agenda, prioritize future workshop topics, and consider the invocation process. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Discussion on increasing kindergarten readiness (90 minutes) with presenters including director of continuous improvement and early childhood learning services
• Review of the January 12, 2021 regular agenda (60 minutes)
• Prioritization of future workshop topics (60 minutes) using a draft selection process document
• Discussion of the invocation process (30 minutes) led by the school board attorney

The School Board conducted a workshop focused on information and discussion. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 9:00 AM **CANCELED**

This Lee County School Board workshop scheduled for January 11, 2021, was canceled. The agenda had planned discussions on prioritizing workshop topics and the invocation process, but no decisions or discussions took place.

• Proposed 60-minute discussion on prioritizing workshop topics (canceled)
• Proposed 60-minute discussion on invocation process (canceled)

School Board Special Meeting Agenda (Closed Attorney/Client Session)

This is a special meeting with a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy related to litigation expenditures in the lawsuit Cory and Daniella Dye et al. vs. Lee County School Board. The board will recess from open meeting, hold the closed session, then reconvene and adjourn. No public decisions are expected as the item is purely procedural for a confidential legal discussion.

• Closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement strategy in the lawsuit Cory and Daniella Dye, Adam E. and Angela Nichols, Jake and Ashley Pruitt, Marcus and Kristie Black et al vs. Lee County School Board
• Meeting includes call to order, recess for closed session, reconvene, and adjournment