Lee County School District public meetings in 2023

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items including the acceptance of the superintendent's annual evaluation and a $70,000 contract with RSM US LLP for internal audit and physical security services. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and board member travel to Tallahassee.

• Acceptance of the annual evaluation of Superintendent Christopher S. Bernier, Ed.D.
• Approval of a $70,000 statement of work with RSM US LLP for internal audit and physical security services
• Approval of board member travel to Tallahassee

The Board approved several consent items, including a $65 million expenditure for instructional materials and textbooks for the 2023-2024 period. Other approvals included security services, health agreements, and various supply contracts.

• Approved $65M for instructional materials, professional development, testing materials, IT, and textbooks
• Approved up to $2.6M for Amazon Services, LLC online marketplace purchases
• Approved up to $600,000 for digital catalog discounts via Pinellas County Public Schools bid
• Approved up to $575,000 for trash can liners for District Warehouse Operations
• Approved $232,824.20 for Doris Slosberg Drivers Education Program contract amendment
• Approved up to $100,000 for District Wide Deputy Detail Services
• Approved up to $70,000 for RSM US, LLP internal audit and physical security services
• Approved MOU with Lee Memorial Health System for Narcan administration protocol

School Board Quasi-Judicial Hearing Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board held a quasi-judicial hearing and approved the suspension without pay of Brhett Butler, an ESE Hospital/Homebound teacher, pending action on a petition for termination. The board will act on the recommended order from the DOAH Administrative Law Judge after the hearing.

• Approved suspension without pay for Brhett Butler, an ESE Hospital/Homebound teacher, pending DOAH order
• Petition for termination served on Butler on Nov 11, 2023

The provided text contains a note regarding the District's position on minute-taking requirements for specific hearings and sessions. No official actions, votes, or decisions were recorded in the provided document.

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board is holding a briefing meeting to discuss informational items, including a proposed Student Enrollment Plan for 2024-2025 (first reading), a Ten Year Capital Plan update, and reports on construction change orders and the independent sales surtax oversight committee. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Student Enrollment Plan 2024-2025 briefing and first reading
• Ten Year Capital Plan presentation (FY24 update)
• Construction Change Order Report for October 2023
• Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (ISSOC) update
• RSM presentation on FY2023-2024 Internal Audit Plan

The meeting consisted of informational briefings and procedural reviews. No substantive votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board Meeting (Board Organization)* 10:00 AM

This is the annual organizational meeting of the Lee County School Board. The board elected a new chairman and vice chairman for one-year terms, approved the 2024 calendar of regular meetings, and adopted the agenda. The meeting includes procedural items and public comment rules.

• Election of Samuel Fisher as Board Chairman for one year (5-2 vote)
• Election of Jada Langford Fleming as Board Vice Chairman for one year (6-1 vote)
• Approval of the 2024 calendar of regular School Board meetings (unanimous)

The School Board conducted its annual organization, electing leadership and approving the 2024 meeting calendar. The Board also approved several academic affiliation agreements for dental assisting students and multiple educational grants.

• Elected Samuel Fisher as Board Chairman (5-2)
• Elected Jada Langford Fleming as Board Vice Chairman (6-1)
• Approved 2024 Regular School Board Meeting calendar (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast Inc. (7-0)
• Approved 7 academic affiliation agreements for Dental Assisting students at no cost to the district (7-0)
• Approved MOU with The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools for funding up to $87,100.00 (7-0)
• Approved grant for Recently Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth requesting $351,695.00 (7-0)
• Approved Science of Reading Literacy and Tutoring (SoRT) Grant with $573,610 fiscal impact (7-0)

CANCELED - School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM (Board Organization)*

This meeting was scheduled to address board organization and the establishment of the 2024 meeting calendar. However, the entire meeting was canceled.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice Chairman
• Approval of the 2024 Regular School Board Meeting Calendar

School Board Briefing Agenda 2:00 PM

The board will receive a construction change order report for September 2023, conduct a first reading of revisions to 37 policies covering topics from weapons to homeless students, and get a pre-briefing on the 2024-2025 student enrollment plan. No final votes are expected at this briefing.

• Construction Change Order Report – September 2023 (information item)
• First reading of policy revisions on 37 policies including weapons, ethical conduct, background checks, homeless students, student records, charter schools, and transportation
• Pre-briefing on Student Enrollment Plan 2024-2025
• Public comment procedures for briefing meetings (procedural)

The Board reached a general consensus to move reviewed policies forward to a public hearing and second reading following revisions. Members also received updates on construction change orders and the 2024-2025 student enrollment plan.

• Consensus reached to move policies to Public Hearing/2nd Reading after revisions

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss three items: a review of the upcoming regular meeting agenda, an update on the HR strategic plan and reorganization, and board pre-organization procedures. No votes are expected; this is a discussion and information session.

• Agenda review of the November 21, 2023 Regular Agenda (30-minute discussion item)
• HR Strategic Plan Update and ReOrganization (60-minute presentation by Robert Dodig and Hillary McClain, with attachments)
• Board Pre-Organization (2.5-hour discussion, information, and procedural item with presenters Dr. Ken Savage and Kathy Dupuy-Bruno)
• Attachments include HR Transformation Story Board Deck, Strategic Plan Presentation, Protocol Manual, Proposed Board Acknowledgements, and 2024 Calendar

The Board held a workshop to review the HR Strategic Plan Update and ReOrganization and the November 21, 2023, Regular Agenda. Members discussed the Board Operating Protocol Manual, which the Superintendent and Chief Strategy Officer will revise based on guidance received.

• Reviewed HR Strategic Plan Update and ReOrganization
• Reviewed November 21, 2023 Regular Agenda
• Discussed revisions to the Board Operating Protocol Manual

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM*

This is a largely procedural meeting. The board will approve the agenda and hear public comment under established rules. Acknowledged events include National STEM/STEAM Day, Veterans Appreciation Week, and Holocaust Education Week for November 2023.

• Approval of the agenda as the order of business
• Acknowledgements for November 2023 including National STEM/STEAM Day (Nov 8) and Veterans Appreciation Week (Nov 6-10)
• Public comment rules and procedures reviewed

The School Board of Lee County approved a series of consent items, including a grant amendment to shift funding toward teacher professional development and instructional materials. The board also approved several service contracts for dental care, paper products, and employee insurance.

• Approved ARP ESSER III Amendment 2 grant for $23,374,794.46 (7-0)
• Approved $1.5M renewal for paper products from All Florida Paper, Imperial Dade, Fastenal, and ODP Solutions (7-0)
• Approved $365,000 expenditure for Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance with Securian Financial Group (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 expenditure for Investment Advisory Services with Public Trust Advisors, LLC (7-0)
• Approved up to $50,000 for dental services contracts with Pediatric Dentistry of Florida and Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida, Inc (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Lee County, Inc. for after-school programs at no cost to District (7-0)
• Approved second amended agreement with McClain Resources for interim Chief Human Resources Officer not to exceed $33,000 (7-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Florida Department of Health in Lee County for onsite family planning and immunizations (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing meeting to discuss an update on ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) projects and reporting. They will also review revisions to multiple policies, including first readings of 11 revised policies and one new policy on mental health, and a pre-briefing of 37 revised and 6 new policies covering topics like medical marijuana, weapons, and civility. Job descriptions for two positions are presented as information. No final votes are expected at this briefing.

• ESSER update (60-minute discussion) on projects and reporting
• First reading of revisions to 11 policies and new Policy 2410.01 on Mental Health and Well-Being
• Pre-briefing of 37 revised policies and 6 new policies including Medical Marijuana, Civility, and Interscholastic Athletics
• Job descriptions for Administrative Assistant (Legal) and ESE FDLRS Assistive Technology
• Policy revisions on weapons, student conduct, bullying, and search/seizure

The Board received updates on ESSER projects and job descriptions. Members provided feedback on policy reviews, reaching a consensus to move specific policies forward to the next reading stages.

• Consensus reached to move policies from Briefing/1st Reading to Public Hearing/2nd reading
• Consensus reached to move policies from PreBriefing to Briefing/1st Reading

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

This workshop agenda includes informational presentations and discussions on several topics. The board will hear a proposal for guest teacher services from Kelly Services, a second part of the middle school proximity plan, an update from the ESOL department, and internal audit reports on sales surtax compliance, contract compliance, and purchasing cards. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a workshop for board information and discussion.

• Guest Teacher Services Proposal by Kelly Services (45 min)
• Middle School Proximity Plan Part Two (30 min)
• ESOL Department Update (45 min)
• RSM Internal Audit Reports: Sales Surtax Compliance, Contract Compliance, Purchasing Cards (60 min)
• Agenda Review of November 7 Regular Meeting (30 min)

The School Board conducted a workshop to review reports and proposals. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting; the session consisted of presentations and board questions.

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The school board will discuss briefing items including a construction change order report, audits and fraud investigations, legal services, insurance and benefits ITNs, the Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool, final draft legislative priorities, and a review of 11 revised policies plus a new mental health policy. Public comment is permitted on agenda items during the briefing.

• Policy review includes revisions to Controlled Open Enrollment, Bullying/Harassment, Student Conduct, and Search/Seizure, plus a new Mental Health Services policy
• Final draft of 2024 legislative priorities presented for discussion
• Insurance & Benefits Management ITN presentations (invitation to negotiate)
• Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool (FSSAT) update
• Construction Change Order Report for August 2023

The Board received several informational presentations regarding construction, insurance, and school safety. Consensus was reached to establish annual updates from the Office of Legal Services and to begin discussions on transitioning waste investigations. No formal votes were recorded for the briefing items.

• Reached consensus for Board Attorney to discuss transitioning waste investigations with Kevin Karnes
• Reached consensus to receive annual updates from the Office of Legal Services
• Tabled Policy Review revisions for a Briefing/1st Reading on November 7, 2023

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM*

This meeting consists almost entirely of procedural items, including approval of the agenda and public comment rules. The only substantive action is the approval of draft minutes from three prior meetings held on October 3 and 11, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from October 3 briefing, October 3 regular meeting, and October 11 workshop

The School Board approved several grant amendments for technology and programming, a new compensation structure review, and the 2023-2024 School Improvement Plans. The board also adopted the 2024 Legislative Platform and approved travel for board members to meet with Florida Legislators.

• Approved 2023-2024 School Improvement Plans (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Legislative Platform (6-0)
• Approved $2,983,508.44 ESSER II Supplemental Programming Amendment 1 (6-0)
• Approved $1,899,523.60 ESSER II Technology Assistance Grant Amendment 3 (6-0)
• Approved $158,500.00 service agreement with EveryDay Labs for student engagement (6-0)
• Approved $171,000.00 contract with Evergreen Solutions, LLC for compensation framework review (6-0)
• Approved up to $900,000.00 copier lease and purchase contract with JM Todd, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $26,664.00 increase for Doris Slosberg Drivers Education Program (6-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The School Board conducted a workshop to receive information and provide feedback on several administrative items. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM*

This meeting is largely procedural, with the board set to approve the agenda and the official minutes of the previous meeting. The agenda also includes acknowledgements for October events and a detailed review of public comment rules. No substantive policy changes, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of the agenda as the order of business
• Approval of the official minutes of the previous school board meeting
• Acknowledgements include Disability History and Awareness Weeks, National School Lunch Week, and National Principals Month

The Board approved several consent items, including a high-dosage tutoring contract and various operational expenditures. Agreements were also finalized for athletic advertising, clinical preparation for students, and literacy research.

• Approved $2,982,065.62 contract for High Dosage Personalized Tutoring Services (7-0)
• Approved $700,000 contract with ODP Business Solutions, LLC for office supplies (7-0)
• Approved $76,500 athletic advertising agreement with Best Home Services (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 for water-based fire system inspections with Total Fire Protection, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 expenditure increase for digital catalog discounts (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 expenditure increase for recycling services with Coastal Waste & Recycling of SW Florida, LLC (7-0)
• Approved clinical preparation agreement with Michael J Collins JR, MD PA dba Collins Vision (7-0)
• Approved $5,000 estimated cost to file a request for Due Process Hearing (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The School Board is holding a briefing meeting with informational updates on the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee, student enrollment (QLESS), and Hurricane Ian recovery one year later. The primary item is a first reading of over 40 policy revisions and new policies, covering topics such as Naloxone procurement, school uniforms, investigations and employee discipline, and teacher's bill of rights. Public comment is also scheduled.

• First reading of 47 policy revisions and 6 new policies, including Naloxone procurement, school uniforms, and discretionary compensation for elected superintendent
• Hurricane Ian recovery one-year update from Business Services and Imperium Consulting Group
• Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (ISSOC) report with meeting minutes
• Focus on Achievement: update on QLESS system and student enrollment
• Public comment period for items on the briefing agenda

The Board reviewed several informational reports and provided feedback on policy readings. The Board reached a consensus to move the policies to a public hearing and second reading on October 17, 2023.

• Consensus to move policies to Public Hearing/2nd reading on October 17, 2023

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The School Board will discuss a large batch of policy revisions (50 attachments) covering topics from student dress to naloxone procurement, hear a presentation on academic initiatives for 2023-2024, and receive a first briefing on the draft Student Progression Plan. No votes are scheduled; this is a pre-briefing session.

• New policies on procurement and use of naloxone, school uniforms, and discretionary compensation for elected superintendent
• Revisions to 37 existing policies including student progression, dress code, school fees, and public complaints
• Presentation on academic initiatives for the 2023-2024 school year
• First reading of the 2023-2024 Student Progression Plan and secondary course catalog

The Board discussed the Discretionary Compensation for Elected Superintendent Policy and provided guidance to proceed with option number two. The Board also requested presentations on millage referendums and Riverdale High School construction costs.

• Provided guidance to move forward with option number two for the Discretionary Compensation for Elected Superintendent Policy
• Directed Superintendent and Legal to present on the millage referendum process within 30 days
• Directed Superintendent to provide data on Riverdale High School construction costs within 30 days

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will recognize the 2023 Florida Teacher Leader of the Year, Steven McGinley. Under the consent agenda, the board will approve meeting minutes and a contract with the Florida Department of Health for $270,000 to fund six school nurses, with an additional district cost of $244,446. Public comment rules are also provided.

• Recognition of Steven McGinley, Harns Marsh Middle peer collaborative teacher, as 2023 Florida Outstanding Teacher Leader of the Year
• Approval of official minutes from multiple September 2023 meetings
• Approval of $270,000 contract with Florida Department of Health for school health programs; district cost $244,446 for six school nurses

The School Board approved a series of consent items including health program funding, athletic trainer services, and several educational grants. The board also authorized agreements for nursing student clinicals and reading mentorship.

• Approved $270,000 annual contract with FL Department of Health for school nurses (7-0)
• Approved 3-year clinical preparation agreement with Legend Senior Living, LLC (7-0)
• Ratified $90,000 Jobs for Florida's Graduates Program Grant for South Fort Myers High School (7-0)
• Approved Lee Health athletic trainer services renewal at estimated $543,170.88 (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 Uniform Statewide Assessment Calendar and monitoring schedule (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Perkins V Secondary Grant application for $1,042,062 (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Adult General Education and Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Grant for $1,416,055 (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Lee County Board of County Commissioners for environmental literacy not to exceed $81,840.08 (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss an agenda review for the upcoming regular meeting, two insurance and benefits management ITNs (including a voluntary group legal plan), and the board attorney's mid-year interim evaluation process. No votes are taken; the session is for discussion and information.

• Agenda review of the September 19, 2023 regular meeting (30 min)
• Insurance & Benefits Management ITNs (30 min)
• Voluntary Group Legal Plan ITN (30 min)
• Board Attorney Mid-Year Interim Evaluation Process (30 min)

The Board held a workshop to review the September 19 regular agenda and receive presentations on insurance and benefits management ITNs and the board attorney evaluation process. The only substantive agreement reached was to continue the administration of invocations during action meetings.

• Agreed to continue administration of invocations during School Board Action Meetings

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss several topics, including revisions to job descriptions, student engagement strategies, and the use of Narcan in schools. A 60‑minute segment will focus on legislative priorities for the upcoming session. The meeting will conclude with a review of the September 6 regular board agenda.

• Review and revise job descriptions for the Chief Human Resources Officer and Manager, Community Learning Centers Program
• Discuss student engagement initiatives
• Discuss implementation of Narcan in schools
• Legislative priorities discussion for the upcoming session
• Review of the September 6 regular board agenda

The Board conducted a workshop consisting of informational presentations and discussions. No substantive votes or decisions were made during this meeting.

School Board Special Meeting Agenda - [FY 2023-2024 Final Budget] 5:05 PM

The School Board met to review and adopt the final budget and millage rates for the upcoming school year. The board approved several millage rates, including required local effort, basic discretionary, and capital outlay amounts. The total final budget includes allocations for general operating, special revenue, debt service, capital outlay, and internal services.

• Adopted $443,197,701 in required local effort millage at 3.1820 mills
• Adopted $104,183,495 in basic discretionary millage at .748 mills
• Adopted $208,924,120 in capital outlay millage at 1.500 mills
• Approved total final budget of $2,777,112,369

The Board approved the final budget for the 2023-2024 school year totaling $2,777,112,369. This included the adoption of specific millage rates for local effort, discretionary, and capital outlay, resulting in a total millage rate of 5.43 mills.

• Adopted required local effort millage of 3.1820 mills to raise $443,197,701 (7-0)
• Adopted basic discretionary millage of .748 mills to raise $104,183,495 (7-0)
• Adopted capital outlay millage of 1.500 to raise $208,924,120 (7-0)
• Adopted final millage rates for FY 2023-2024, totaling 5.43 mills (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Final Budget of $2,777,112,369 (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 10:30 AM

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss the salary of the elected superintendent. Legal counsel Leonard Dietzen presents the discussion, with two draft policies attached for review. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion of elected superintendent salary (60 minutes)
• Review of draft Policy 0156, Legal Counsel
• Review of draft Discretionary Superintendent Policy

The Board held a discussion regarding discretionary compensation for an Elected Superintendent. No formal decisions were made; the Board will continue the discussion during a future briefing.

• Discussed Elected Superintendent salary; no action taken

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM*

The Lee County School Board will consider consent agenda items including approval of prior meeting minutes, appointments to five advisory committees, and an academic affiliation agreement with Norton Orthodontics to provide clinical training for Dental Assisting students at no cost to the district. Public comment rules and procedural items are also on the agenda.

• Approval of academic affiliation agreement with Norton Orthodontics (no fiscal impact, 3-year term)
• Appointments to Construction, Continuous Systemic Improvement, Curriculum, Equity and Diversity, and Finance Advisory Committees
• Approval of official minutes from August 22, 2023 School Board Briefing and Meeting
• Public comment rules detailed for speaking at the meeting

The Board approved a series of consent items including clinical preparation agreements for dental and optometric students and several mental health support contracts. The Board also authorized funding for psychological services and an educational alternative program. Additionally, expenditures for a catalog discount bid were increased by $500,000.

• Approved clinical preparation agreements with Norton Orthodontics and CFS Management, LLC (US EYE)
• Approved $600,000 service agreement with Presence Learning, Inc. for psychological services
• Renewed PACE Center for Girls annual contract at an estimated $487,405
• Approved Caloosa Sound Convention Center contract for JROTC Ball not to exceed $60,000
• Renewed no-cost agreements with Valerie's House, Inc., Lee Health, and Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice
• Approved $259,461 grant request for Education of Homeless Children and Youth Project - Year 3
• Approved VPK Provider Contract for Fort Myers Technical College Tech Tots Program
• Increased expenditures for Charlotte County Public Schools Catalog Discount Bid by $500,000 to a total of $1.3M

School Board Workshop Agenda - CANCELED

The August 30, 2023 School Board Workshop was canceled. It had been scheduled to include discussions on student engagement, Narcan in schools, legislative priorities, the elected superintendent's salary, and a review of the upcoming regular meeting agenda.

• Student Engagement discussion
• Narcan in Schools discussion
• Legislative Priorities Discussion
• Elected Superintendent Salary Discussion
• Agenda Review for September 6 regular meeting

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing to discuss construction change orders for June/July 2023, proposed revisions to three job descriptions (Head Start Coordinator, Threat Assessment Coordinator, and Chief Human Resources Officer), and adoption of a new Coordinator for Community Learning Centers. The board will also receive the 2023-24 Uniform Assessment Calendar. Public comment is permitted on agenda items.

• Construction change order report for June and July 2023 (information only)
• Revise job description C-46.04 (Coordinator, Head Start Program)
• Revise job description C-46.37 (Coordinator, Threat Assessment)
• Revise job description C-3.05 (Chief Human Resources Officer)
• Adopt new job description for Coordinator, Community Learning Centers Program

The School Board of Lee County met for a briefing session to receive reports and information. No votes were taken and no formal actions were decided during the meeting.

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will consider consent agenda items including an amended agreement with McClain Resources to continue as interim Chief Human Resources Officer through October 31, 2023, at a cost not to exceed $90,000. Other consent items include approval of meeting minutes and a contract with Family Health Centers of Southwest Florida, Inc. for dental screenings at no cost to the district. A recognition item was pulled prior to the meeting.

• Amended agreement with McClain Resources for interim CHRO services, capped at $90,000
• Approval of minutes from January 24, August 8, and August 16, 2023 meetings
• Contract with Family Health Centers of SW Florida for dental screenings via Ronald McDonald Care Mobile at no cost

The Board approved several high-value contracts, including a $5.5M fuel purchase agreement and $2.9M for payroll and HR system optimization. Other approvals included funding for drivers education vehicles, early head start partnerships, and technology equipment.

• Approved $5.5M gas and diesel fuel contract with Palmdale Oil Company, Inc.
• Approved $2,925,456.00 PeopleSoft optimization agreement with Executive Option, LLC
• Approved $1,050,000.00 wireless voice and broadband services contract
• Approved $614,820.00 for Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership Contracts
• Approved $472,245.00 for 15 additional Drivers Education vehicles
• Approved $100,000.00 for temporary staffing services via Collier County Public Schools ITN
• Approved $100,000.00 for grounds maintenance equipment and services
• Approved $23,000.00 Aviation Airframe Mechanics agreement with Charlotte County

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss board committee assignments, a strategic plan update, the 10-year capital improvement plan, and plans for new high school and middle school (placeholder names 'NNN' and 'OO'). They will also review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Discussion of 10-year Capital Improvement Plan for school facilities
• Update on Strategic Plan with revised scorecard
• Planning for new High School 'NNN' and Middle School 'OO'
• Review of board committee assignments and liaison roles

The Board held a workshop to discuss committee assignments, the Strategic Plan, and the 10-Year Capital Plan Outlook. Members reached a general consensus to rename the CSI committee to Strategic Planning and Accountability. No other formal votes were recorded during the session.

• Reached general consensus to rename CSI to Strategic Planning and Accountability

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing meeting to discuss school support updates, a 45-minute discussion item presented by executive directors. The meeting also includes public comment on agenda items and reports from board members, the attorney, and the superintendent.

• School Support Updates briefing by Dr. Marsha Bur, Dr. Shanna Johnston, Cheryl Neely, and Clayton Simmons (45 minutes, discussion/information)
• Public comment period with rules for speaking (3 minutes per speaker, reduced if over 20 speakers)
• Board members' comments/reports
• Superintendent's comments/reports

The board held a briefing to receive a presentation on School Support Updates. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

August 8, 2023 - School Board Meeting Agenda* 6:00 PM

The school board will consider a consent agenda including approval of minutes from previous meetings, a contract with Lee County for a Saturday Driver Education Program funded by traffic ticket assessments ($114,126.05), and renewal of a professional service agreement with The BARR Center for South Fort Myers High School ($17,500). Public comment rules and procedural items are also on the agenda.

• Contract with Lee County Board of County Commissioners for 2023-2024 Saturday Driver Education Program, $114,126.05
• Renewal of professional service agreement with The BARR Center to support South Fort Myers High School, $17,500
• Approval of minutes from July 31 and August 2, 2023, meetings
• Public comment procedures and rules outlined for attendees

The Board approved several high-value contracts for curriculum development, electrical repairs, and facility maintenance. Key decisions included a multi-million dollar agreement for K-2 ELA standards and significant funding increases for school electrical and scoreboard projects.

• Approved $7,041,672.00 agreement with Public Consulting Group, LLC for K-2 ELA Curriculum (7-0)
• Approved $4,085,000.00 expenditure increase for electrical maintenance and repairs (7-0)
• Approved $440,306.00 expenditure increase for scoreboard replacement and repairs (7-0)
• Approved up to $800,000.00 for Amazon Services, Inc. online marketplace purchases (7-0)
• Approved up to $225,000.00 for on-call security guard services via Diamond Investigations & Security (7-0)
• Approved up to $200,000.00 for paint and paint supplies (7-0)
• Approved $17,500.00 renewal with The BARR Center for South Fort Myers High School (7-0)
• Approved contract for 2023-2024 Saturday Driver Education Program (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

This is a workshop meeting of the Lee County School Board. No votes will be taken; the board will discuss three information items: the possibility of an elected superintendent, creation of an in-house internal auditor position, and a preview of the upcoming regular board agenda.

• Elected Superintendent Discussion (60 minutes) — includes salary and compensation policy attachments
• In-house Internal Auditor discussion (60 minutes)
• Agenda Review of the August 8, 2023 Regular Agenda (30 minutes)

The Board discussed the Elected Superintendent's salary and requested a market rate analysis for a future meeting. Members also directed the Superintendent to research how other districts structure Internal Audit Departments and report back on costs.

• Requested market rate analysis for Elected Superintendent salary for future discussion
• Directed Superintendent to research other school districts' Internal Audit Departments and report costs at a future workshop
• Reviewed August 8, 2023 Regular Agenda

School Board Briefing Agenda 2:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will review updates to media center and classroom library processes, including policies for challenged materials and book selection. They will also consider 14 draft job descriptions for various positions and hear the FY23 spring accountability report. The meeting is a briefing, so no votes are expected.

• Review of updated policies for media center book selection and challenged materials, including parental consent forms for restricted books
• Consideration of 14 new job descriptions, including helper/electrician, HVAC/refrigeration mechanic, executive manager for board agendas, and school social workers for foster and homeless liaisons
• Discussion of classroom library inventory and posting processes for non-district purchased books
• Presentation of the FY23 spring accountability report
• Public comment period for agenda items and other relevant matters

The Board reviewed job descriptions and the FY23 Spring Accountability Report. Members reached a general consensus to proceed with Form Option B for the Media Center & Classroom Library Processes, including discussed revisions.

• Reached general consensus to move forward with Form Option B for Media Center & Classroom Library Processes with revisions

School Board Special Meeting Agenda - [FY 2023-2024 Tentative Budget] 5:05 PM

The Lee County School Board held a special meeting to adopt the tentative FY 2023-2024 budget. The board voted to set millage rates totaling 5.43 mills, raising $756.3 million, an 11.17% increase over the roll-back rate, and adopted a $2.44 billion tentative budget. A final public hearing on the millage and budget is scheduled for September 6, 2023.

• Adopted required local effort millage of 3.1820 mills raising $443,197,701
• Adopted basic discretionary millage of 0.748 mills raising $104,183,495
• Adopted capital outlay millage of 1.500 mills raising $208,924,120
• Adopted total tentative budget of $2,444,171,374 across all funds
• Scheduled final budget public hearing for September 6, 2023

The Board approved a tentative budget for the 2023-2024 school year and established tentative millage rates. The total millage rate of 5.43 mills represents an 11.17% increase over the roll back rate. A final budget public hearing is scheduled for September 6, 2023.

• Adopted tentative required local effort millage of 3.1820 mills to raise $443,197,701 (5-0)
• Adopted tentative basic discretionary millage of .748 mills to raise $104,183,495 (5-0)
• Adopted tentative capital outlay millage of 1.500 to raise $208,924,120 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution Determining Revenues and Millages and Resolution Adopting Tentative Millage Rates (5-0)
• Adopted FY24 Tentative Budget totaling $2,444,171,374 (5-0)
• Accepted the 2023 Certification of Taxable Value (5-0)
• Scheduled Final Budget Public Hearing for September 6, 2023, at 5:05 PM (5-0)

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM

The board approved a consent agenda that includes $8.6 million in service agreements for speech and language therapy for students with disabilities, an appointment to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The meeting also includes procedural items such as public comment and recognitions.

• Approval of $8,618,397 in service agreements with AMN Healthcare, Ashton Speech Therapy Service, and nine other providers for speech therapy through June 2024
• Appointment of John Shannon to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (term expiring December 2024)
• Approval of official minutes from School Board meetings on June 21, June 27, and July 26, 2023

The Board approved several service agreements for speech, occupational, physical, and nursing therapies for students with disabilities. It also approved multiple federal grants for academic enrichment and disadvantaged students, and a career pathways agreement with Florida SouthWestern State College.

• Approved $8,618,397.00 for speech and language therapy services (5-0)
• Approved $1,150,560.00 for occupational and physical therapy services (5-0)
• Approved $338,400.00 for supplemental nursing services (5-0)
• Approved $379,290.00 for orientation, mobility, and sign language services (5-0)
• Approved $82,460.00 for occupational therapy services with Darla Betlach (5-0)
• Approved Title I Part A grant requesting $29,160,705.03 for disadvantaged students (5-0)
• Approved Title IV Part A grant requesting $2,502,552.00 for academic enrichment (5-0)
• Approved Career Pathways Articulation Agreement with Florida SouthWestern State College (5-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss media center and classroom library processes, including book selection and challenge procedures. They will also receive a FY24 budget update and review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting. The capital improvement plan item has been rescheduled to August 2.

• Discussion of media center and classroom library processes, including book selection and challenge procedures
• FY24 budget update with review of budget summary, FEFP funding analysis, proposed position changes, and 10-year capital plan
• Agenda review for the July 31 regular school board meeting
• Capital Improvement Plan item rescheduled to August 2, 2023 workshop

The Board held a workshop to receive presentations on media center and classroom library processes and the FY24 budget. No formal votes were taken during this session. The Capital Improvement Plan discussion was rescheduled for August 2, 2023.

• Requested data from other Florida districts regarding Media Access forms
• Requested clarification on Professional Peer Reviews in the Inventory Process document
• Rescheduled Capital Improvement Plan discussion to August 2, 2023

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board receives information on several briefing items, including the FY2024 preliminary budget, a strategic plan refresh, new and revised job descriptions, construction change orders for April and May 2023, and an interim evaluation of the superintendent. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

• FY2024 Preliminary Budget presentation (60 minutes)
• Strategic Plan 'Refresh' initial readout (45 minutes)
• Superintendent Interim Evaluation (20 minutes)
• Construction Change Order Report for April and May 2023
• Job Descriptions: new Engineer (Broadcast Communications); revised Coordinator of Mental Health Services, Psychological Services, and School Counseling Services

The Board met for a briefing to receive reports on construction change orders, job descriptions, the strategic plan, and the FY24 preliminary budget. No substantive votes were taken on briefing items, though the Board reached a consensus to propose Dr. Shadreka McIntosh for the Value Adjustment Board.

• Agreed to use motion forms provided by Board Attorney Kathy Dupuy Bruno for future meetings
• Reached general consensus to select Dr. Shadreka McIntosh for the Value Adjustment Board (final vote pending)

School Board Meeting Agenda* 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board approved a $175,000 piggyback contract for marching band uniforms from Orange County Public Schools, providing new uniforms for Dunbar High School and Bonita Springs High School. The board also appointed Shadreka McIntosh as citizen member to the Value Adjustment Board and approved minutes from prior meetings. A community update was given by Dr. Bernier.

• Approved up to $175,000 piggyback contract for marching band uniforms from DeMoulin Brothers, Fruhauf, Ictus, and Stanbury; Dunbar and Bonita Springs high schools will receive new uniforms
• Appointed Shadreka McIntosh as citizen member to the Value Adjustment Board
• Approved official minutes of June 13, 2023 school board meetings (special, briefing, and regular)
• Community update presented by Dr. Bernier

The Board approved several consent items including contracts for marching band uniforms, athletic officials, and classroom supplies. They also appointed a citizen member to the Value Adjustment Board and awarded a banking services contract to Truist Bank.

• Appointed Shadreka McIntosh as Citizen Member to the Value Adjustment Board (7-0)
• Approved up to $175,000 for marching band uniforms via Orange County Public Schools piggyback (7-0)
• Approved up to $550,000 for athletic officials from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved $994,765.80 agreement with Donna A. Beasley Tri-County Apprenticeship Academy, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $88,183.75 license agreement with Zoobean, Inc. for Beanstack (7-0)
• Awarded banking and financial services contract to Truist Bank (7-0)
• Approved up to $1.2M for new and remanufactured toner from multiple vendors (7-0)
• Approved up to $1.5M for USDA Processed Commodity Cheese from multiple vendors (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

This is a school board workshop with three discussion and information items. The board will discuss transitioning from an appointed to an elected superintendent, with a presentation from the Florida School Boards Association. They will also receive an update on the Small Business Enterprise Program and review the agenda for the June 27 regular meeting.

• Discussion of elected superintendent (45 min) with Andrea Messia from Florida School Boards Association
• Small Business Enterprise Program update (40 min) presented by Susan Malay
• Agenda review for June 27, 2023 regular meeting (30 min)
• Attachments include Florida Statute 1001.47 FS and other PDFs on superintendent selection

The Board discussed the role of an elected superintendent and received an update on the Small Business Enterprise Program. No formal votes were taken during the workshop. The Board requested a future workshop to discuss the internal auditor and discretionary salary options for an elected superintendent.

• Requested future workshop for elected superintendent salary options and Internal Auditor

School Board Special Meeting Agenda (Closed Attorney/Client Session) - 12:30 PM

The Lee County School Board is meeting in a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and litigation strategy in its lawsuit against JUUL Labs, Inc. The meeting is procedural, consisting of a call to order, recess for the closed session, reconvening, and adjournment.

• Closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement and litigation strategy in School Board v. JUUL Labs, Inc. (U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, Case No. 3:20-cv-2869)

The School Board conducted a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy for the lawsuit against JUUL Labs, Inc. No substantive decisions were recorded in the open minutes.

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing to discuss and hear first readings on repealing more than 100 current board policies, review quarterly reports from six advisory committees, receive a presentation on social media litigation, consider new and revised job descriptions, review comprehensive health instructional materials, and examine the 2023-2024 codes of conduct for both adult and student students. No decisions are expected at this briefing; these are informational and discussion items.

• Repeal of over 100 board policies (Items 1.01–6.16) as a first reading
• Quarterly reports from Construction, CSI, Curriculum, District Advisory, Equity & Diversity, and Finance advisory committees
• Social media litigation presentation by Wagstaff & Cartmell attorneys
• New draft job description for Coordinator of Healthy Living Initiatives; revisions for Coordinator of Adult and Career Education and Director of Athletics and Activities
• 2023-2024 Code of Conduct for Students and Adult Students (first readings)

The Board agreed to move forward with social media litigation and reached a consensus to advance most new Neola replacement policies to public hearing. Other items included reviews of student codes of conduct and health instructional materials.

• Agreed to move forward with Social Media Litigation
• Consensus to move new Neola replacement policies to Public Hearing/2nd Reading, excluding policies 9140 and 0166
• Consensus to move Policy 9140 (Citizens’ Advisory Committees) to Public Hearing/2nd Reading after requested changes are made
• Consensus that Policy 0166 (Exempt Meetings) will not move forward pending further legal briefing

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM

This meeting is primarily ceremonial, featuring recognitions for students, teachers, and community members. No substantive policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda. The board will approve the agenda as a procedural action and hear a brief community update.

• Recognition of Congressional Art Contest winner John 'Storm' Childress
• Recognition of FHSAA Track and Field state champions from Fort Myers High and Riverdale High
• Recognition of 21 international teachers hired through TPG Cultural Exchange
• Recognition of 2023 Autism Acceptance Award recipients from local elementary schools
• Recognition of Parent University program completers from multiple schools

The Board approved a $7 million contract for milk and fruit juices and a $300,000 renewal for clinic supplies. It also authorized several academic affiliation agreements for clinical student preparation and approved the 2023-2024 high school graduation dates.

• Approved $7M contract with M&B Products, Inc. for dairy and fruit juices (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 renewal for clinic supplies via multiple vendors (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 high school graduation dates (7-0)
• Approved extension of Board Auditor agreement with RSM US, LLP to June 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved entrepreneurship curriculum agreement with Virtual Enterprises International, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved clinical preparation agreements with Eye Physicians and Surgeons of Florida, Scott L. Geller, M.D., and Physicians Primary Care of Southwest Florida (7-0)
• Approved K-12 Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan for FLDOE submission (7-0)
• Approved contract with South Gulf Football Officials Association for 2023-2024 (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will discuss the final results of its self‑evaluation, consider revisions to the district protocol manual, and confirm committee assignments. The workshop will also review the agenda for the regular board meeting on June 13, 2023. No formal actions are listed; the items are for discussion and information.

• Final board self‑evaluation results (discussion)
• Proposed revisions to the district protocol manual (draft)
• Confirmation of committee assignments
• Review of the June 13, 2023 regular board agenda

The Board reviewed self-evaluation results and proposed revisions to the Board Protocol Manual. Members agreed to table the decision on committee assignments until the August 2nd workshop. The Superintendent also answered questions regarding the June 13 regular agenda.

• Tabled Committee Assignments until August 2nd Workshop

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will discuss proposed revisions to the 2023-2024 Codes of Conduct for both K-12 students and adult students during a briefing. The board will also receive a report on construction change orders from March 2023. No final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion and information.

• 2023-2024 Code of Conduct for Students (Prebriefing) – draft and proposed changes discussed
• 2023-2024 Code of Conduct for Adult Students (PreBriefing) – including a redline version
• Construction Change Order Report for March 2023 – informational update
• Public comment rules outlined for the briefing and regular meetings

The board held a briefing to receive reports and preliminary updates. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Received Construction Change Order Report for March 2023
• Received update on 2023-2024 Code of Conduct for Adult Students
• Received preliminary updates to 2023-2024 Code of Conduct for Students

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM

This meeting is largely procedural and ceremonial, with the board recognizing several award winners including the 2023 FHSAA boys weightlifting state champions, the district's New Teacher of the Year, and the FIRST LEGO League World Robotics Championship Core Values Award winners. A brief community update from the superintendent is also scheduled. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Recognition of 2023 FHSAA Boys Weightlifting State Champions Luke Buzzelli and Reef Gingell from Ida Baker and Fort Myers High Schools.
• Recognition of Taylor VanDemark, Colonial Elementary, as 2022-2023 New Teacher of the Year.
• Recognition of Jessica Heckler, Challenger Middle School, as APPLES Mentor of the Year.
• Recognition of four Guest Teachers of the Year: Michaele Till-Cazares (elementary), Cassidy Correa (middle), Shannon Derby (high), Donna Hornsby (K-8/special centers).
• Recognition of the 'Assembly Required' robotics team for winning the Core Values Award at the FIRST LEGO League World Robotics Championship.

The Board approved a major food supply and distribution contract with HPS, LLC and renewed several operational service agreements. It also authorized no-cost summer programs through the YMCA and Boys and Girls Club. Other approved items included personnel recommendations and academic affiliation agreements.

• Awarded $29M food supply contract to HPS, LLC (7-0)
• Renewed cafeteria disposables contract for up to $3.3M (7-0)
• Approved no-cost summer programs with YMCA of Southwest Florida (7-0)
• Approved no-cost summer programs with Boys and Girls Club of Lee County (7-0)
• Approved 3-year affiliation agreement with Western Governors University (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 for wastewater and water treatment plant operations (7-0)
• Approved up to $245,000 for stage rigging maintenance via TomKat Rigging, LLC (7-0)
• Approved professional leave for TALC and SPALC presidents (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to review two large sets of Neola policies covering Program (2000 series) and Students (5000 series). The policies address topics such as parent involvement, curriculum development, nondiscrimination, student conduct, discipline, and health services. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Review of 50 policies in the 2000 (Program) series, including parent involvement, curriculum, and nondiscrimination
• Review of 79 policies in the 5000 (Students) series, including attendance, discipline, and student health
• Specific policies on Title I services, class size, and virtual instruction
• Policies on student conduct, anti-harassment, bullying, and dating violence
• Policies on student progression, graduation requirements, and grade forgiveness

The Board met for a workshop to review and provide feedback on several Neola policies, including those regarding programs and students. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board Workshop Agenda - Strategic Planning Retreat - 9:00 AM

This is a workshop agenda for a strategic planning retreat. The board will discuss refreshing the strategic plan, with presentations from EdElements consultants. No votes are scheduled; it is a discussion and information session only.

• Strategic Plan Refresh discussion with EdElements

The Board and Superintendent finalized the District's mission, vision, and core values. They also identified initial priorities and objectives for the strategic plan refresh.

• Finalized District mission, vision, and core values
• Identified initial priorities and objectives for strategic plan refresh

School Board Meeting Agenda 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board approved the meeting agenda and conducted standard procedural items. It recognized James Busscher as the 2023 Florida School-Related Employee of the Year. The board also honored multiple student achievements, including JROTC program accreditations, Sunshine State Scholars, Invention Convention winners, and State Science and Engineering Fair awardees. Additional recognitions were given to dance performance participants and the Odyssey of the Mind team.

• Recognition of James Busscher, building supervisor at Franklin Park Elementary, as 2023 Florida School-Related Employee of the Year
• JROTC program accreditation for Cape Coral, Ida S. Baker, Island Coast, Lehigh, North Fort Myers and South Fort Myers High Schools (scores 95‑100%)
• 2022‑23 Lee County Sunshine State Scholars: Nathanael Burdzy (Fort Myers High), Advaith Menon (Dunbar High), Gabriel Wright (Cape Coral High)
• Invention Convention winners: Natelee Eaton (Gateway Charter), Nishini Fernando (Dunbar High), Dhruva Sharma, Aum Dhruv, Yusef Mujtaba (Fort Myers High)
• State Science and Engineering Fair winners: Advaith Menon (Dunbar High), Nishini Fernando (Dunbar High), Mason Huffman (Cape Coral High)

The Board approved a $9 million contract for fresh produce and awarded a marketing services contract to Priority Marketing of Southwest Florida, Inc. Members also approved several grant amendments for civics curricula, technology assistance, and disadvantaged student achievement. Additionally, the Board authorized expenditure increases for Amazon services and classroom instructional materials.

• Approved $9M fresh produce contract with Freedom Fresh, LLC (7-0)
• Awarded marketing services contract to Priority Marketing of Southwest Florida, Inc. up to $422,420 for the first year (7-0)
• Approved $700,000 expenditure increase for Amazon Services, LLC, bringing total to $1.9M (7-0)
• Approved $2.5M expenditure increase for classroom instructional materials, bringing total to $2.75M (7-0)
• Approved $915,000 contract with American Education Solutions, Inc. for magnet grant evaluation (7-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 for Title I Part A grant, increasing total to $32,469,974.90 (7-0)
• Approved $1,880,870.14 CRRSA ESSER II Technology Assistance Amendment 2 (7-0)
• Approved $102,496.25 CRRSA ESSER II Civic Literacy Excellence Initiative Amendment 1 (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to discuss four informational items: the board self-evaluation process, the board auditor evaluation process, a protocol manual revision, and a preview of the May 9 regular meeting agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and orientation.

• Board Self Evaluation Process overview (20-minute discussion)
• Board Auditor Evaluation Process overview with draft evaluation instrument (20-minute discussion)
• Board Protocol Manual Revision Process overview (20-minute discussion)
• Agenda review for the May 9, 2023 Regular School Board meeting (30-minute information item)

The Board held a workshop to receive presentations on self-evaluation, auditor evaluation, and the protocol manual revision process. No substantive votes or policy changes were decided during this session.

• Reviewed Board Self-Evaluation Process Overview
• Reviewed Board Auditor Evaluation Process Overview
• Reviewed Board Protocol Manual Revision Process Overview
• Reviewed May 9, 2023, Regular Agenda

School Board Briefing Agenda 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a briefing to discuss a construction change order report for February 2023, hear a presentation on social media litigation from Frantz Law Group, review a new Guardian Program policy (Policy 2.113) on first reading, and receive the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (ISSOC) report. The board will also take public comment on agenda items.

• Construction change order report for February 2023 (information item)
• Frantz Law Group litigation presentation on social media lawsuit
• First reading of Policy 2.113, Guardian Program, to allow armed guardians in schools
• Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (ISSOC) report on surtax spending
• Public comment period on agenda items

The Board did not object to moving forward with social media litigation presented by Frantz Law Group. Additionally, the Board did not object to the Superintendent's request to send a letter regarding HB 1537 to the Southwest Florida Delegation. Other items were presented for information only.

• Did not object to moving forward with Social Media Litigation
• Did not object to sending a letter regarding HB 1537 to the Southwest Florida Delegation

School Board Meeting Agenda* 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a regular meeting featuring recognitions for 56 students selected as All-State musicians by the Florida Music Educators Association and for 11 high schools participating in the 2023 High School Voter Registration Challenge. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comment under established rules.

• Recognition of 56 Lee County high school students selected as All-State musicians by the Florida Music Educators Association.
• Recognition of 11 high schools for participating in the 2023 High School Voter Registration Challenge that registered 1,256 new voters.
• Approval of official minutes from previous school board meetings (consent agenda).
• Public comment period governed by detailed rules on speaking time, decorum, and prohibited items.

The Board approved several federal grant applications for Head Start and Early Head Start programs totaling over $9.7 million. It also authorized spending increases for toner, MEP professional services, and sports field construction. A long-term educational facilities plan for 2023-2042 was also adopted.

• Approved Head Start/Early Head Start grant application for $8,644,039.00
• Approved Early Head Start Child Care Partnership grant for $1,047,343.00
• Approved Head Start COLA and Quality Improvement application for $718,700.00
• Approved Early Head Start Child Care Partnership COLA application for $87,802.00
• Approved District Educational Facilities Plan for fiscal years 2023-2042
• Increased toner expenditure limit by $250,000.00 to $1,100,000.00
• Increased MEP professional services expenditures by $200,000.00 to $700,000.00
• Increased sports fields/tracks expenditure limit by $250,000.00 to $2,750,000.00

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The board will discuss proposed updates to the Neola policy series covering finances (6000 series) and property (7000 series). Topics include internal controls, purchasing, payroll, facilities planning, security, and technology use. The workshop is for discussion and information only; no final votes will be taken. The board will also review the agenda for its April 25 regular meeting.

• Review of 24 finance policies: internal controls, public depository, borrowing, purchasing, credit card use, crowdfunding, and payroll.
• Review of 30 property policies: facilities planning, weapons, site acquisition, maintenance, security, video surveillance, drones, technology acceptable use, and social media.
• Discussion of policy PO7217 – Weapons, and PO7440.01 – Video Surveillance and Electronic Monitoring.
• Review of policies on student and staff technology acceptable use (PO7540.03 and PO7540.04).
• Agenda review for the April 25, 2023 regular school board meeting.

The Board held a workshop to review Neola Policies regarding finances (6000) and property (7000). No formal votes were taken on these policies during the session. The Board also reviewed the agenda for the April 25, 2023, regular meeting.

• Reviewed Neola Policies 6000 (Finances)
• Reviewed Neola Policies 7000 (Property)
• Requested a future workshop for a Small Business Program update

School Board Workshop Agenda - Strategic Planning Retreat - 9:00 AM

The Lee County School Board is meeting for a workshop retreat to discuss refreshing the district's strategic plan. Presenters from EdElements will lead the discussion. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session only.

• Strategic Plan Refresh discussion led by EdElements consultants Justin de Leon and Chris Edmonds
• Three PDF attachments provided as retreat materials

The Board and Superintendent reviewed the district's current mission, vision, and core values. They identified initial focus areas for a strategic plan refresh. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM

This is a mostly procedural meeting with recognitions, public comment, and consent agenda items. The board will recognize two Mariner High School state wrestling champions, hear a community update from the superintendent, and accept the annual evaluation of Board Attorney Kathy Dupuy-Bruno as part of the consent agenda. No major policy changes, contracts, or budget items are scheduled for discussion or vote.

• Recognition of 2023 FHSAA State Wrestling Champions: Maximus Brady (126 lb) and Christopher Minto (160 lb) from Mariner High School
• Acceptance of the Annual Final Evaluation of Board Attorney Kathy Dupuy-Bruno, Esq. (consent agenda)
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023 School Board Briefing and Meeting (consent agenda)
• Community Update from Superintendent Dr. Bernier (information item)
• Public comment period with detailed rules on speaking time, decorum, and prohibited items

The Board approved a not-to-exceed expenditure of $24,724,516 for FY24 Property and Casualty Insurance. Several supply contracts were approved via piggyback agreements, and a cooperative agreement to handle habitual truancy was established. The Board also approved a charter school contract amendment for Optima Classical Academy at Gladiolus.

• Approved FY24 Property and Casualty Insurance expenditure up to $24,724,516 (7-0)
• Approved $800,000 office supplies contract with Staples, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $600,000 educational school supplies contract with ODP Business Solutions, LLC, Lakeshore Learning Materials, and School Specialty, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $400,000 multi-award schedule for commercial goods and services (7-0)
• Approved cooperative agreement with local police, sheriff, and state agencies for habitual truancy (7-0)
• Approved academic affiliation agreement with Viruet Periodontics, PLLC for dental assisting students (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Flourishnow, Inc. DBA Better Together for child abuse and neglect prevention (7-0)
• Approved charter school contract amendment for Optima Classical Academy at Gladiolus to start July 1, 2024 (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the 'Speak Up, Listen Up' initiative, covering whistleblower protections, retaliation, bullying, and harassment. The board will also review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting on April 11, 2023.

• Presentation by Syntrio and Henderson Franklin law firm on whistleblower and anti-bullying policies
• Discussion of the Public Whistle-Blower Act and Bullying-Harassment Act (PDF attachment included)
• Agenda review for the April 11, 2023 regular School Board meeting (30 minutes)
• Workshop scheduled for 3 hours on the 'Speak Up, Listen Up' topic

The Board held a workshop to receive a presentation on 'Speak Up, Listen Up' and review the agenda for the April 11, 2023, regular meeting. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during this session.

Lee County School Board Leasing Corporation 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board Leasing Corporation will vote on issuing up to $150 million in certificates of participation to fund construction of Amanecer Elementary, demolition and rebuilding of Franklin Park Elementary, and an addition to Lehigh Middle School. The board will also consider releasing part of a 2004 ground lease for Hector Cafferata Elementary, damaged by Hurricane Ian, and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Resolution authorizing up to $150M in Series 2023A Certificates of Participation for Amanecer Elementary, Franklin Park Elementary, and Lehigh Middle School addition
• Amendment and partial release of Series 2004 Ground Lease to remove Hector Cafferata Elementary (formerly High Tech North Staging Area) from lien following Hurricane Ian damage
• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2022 meeting

The Lee County School Board Leasing Corporation approved the issuance of Certificates of Participation, Series 2023A to fund school projects. The board also approved a partial release of a 2004 lease regarding the Hector Cafferata Elementary School site.

• Approved issuance of Series 2023A Certificates of Participation up to $150,000,000 for Amanecer Elementary, Franklin Park Elementary, and Lehigh Middle School Addition (7-0)
• Approved Amendment and Partial Release of Series 2004 Ground Lease and Series 2004 Lease for the Hector Cafferata Elementary School site (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved the December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

School Board Meeting Agenda w/Leasing Mtg Agenda - 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hear a Hurricane Ian recovery community update and vote on consent items including approval of meeting minutes, appointment of Armando Jorge to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee, and approval of $3,294 for three board members to attend the COSSBA National Conference. The board will also recognize 56 students who were selected for the Florida Music Educators Association All-State groups.

• Hurricane Ian recovery community update presented by Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier
• Recognition of 56 elementary and middle school students for All-State music selections
• Approval of $3,294 for travel of 3 board members to the 2023 COSSBA National Conference
• Appointment of Armando Jorge to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee through September 2024
• Approval of official minutes from six prior school board meetings

The Board approved financing for the construction and equipping of Amanecer Elementary, Franklin Park Elementary, and a portion of the Lehigh Middle School Addition. Other decisions included naming a new middle school and approving several service and supply contracts.

• Authorized issuance of Certificates of Participation up to $150M for Amanecer Elementary, Franklin Park Elementary, and Lehigh Middle School Addition (7-0)
• Approved official name of Lemuel Teal Middle School for the 2023-24 school year (7-0)
• Approved graduation ceremony lease agreements not to exceed $200,000 (7-0)
• Approved $450,000 contract for office supplies with ODP Business Solutions, LLC (7-0)
• Approved up to $250,000 for classroom materials via Hernando County Schools bid (7-0)
• Approved charter contract amendment renaming Estero Classical Academy to Optima Classical Academy at Estero (7-0)
• Approved 180-day extension for banking services with Truist Bank (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Armando Jorge to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a briefing to discuss quarterly reports from six advisory committees, a presentation from RSM on a software project dashboard, and construction change orders for January 2023. The board will also review financial audit results for fiscal year 2021-2022, an investment advisor update, and long-term recovery options for Fort Myers Beach Elementary School. Public comment is permitted on agenda items only.

• Long-term recovery options for Fort Myers Beach Elementary School
• Financial audit results for fiscal year 2021-2022
• Investment advisor update and portfolio holdings as of Dec 31, 2022
• Construction change order report for January 2023
• Quarterly reports from six advisory committees (CAC, CSI, CUAC, DAC, EDAC, FAC)

The meeting consisted of briefing items and reports; no substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded. The Board received updates on advisory committees, ongoing audits, construction change orders, and the recovery plan for Fort Myers Beach Elementary School.

School Board Special Meeting Agenda - 1:45 PM

The Lee County School Board will consider approving a three-year collective bargaining agreement (FY23-FY25) with the Teachers Association of Lee County, covering compensation and benefits. The special meeting also includes public comment and procedural items.

• Approval of FY23-FY25 collective bargaining agreement with Teachers Association of Lee County (TALC), reached through interest-based bargaining

The School Board of Lee County approved the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Teachers Association of Lee County (TALC) for fiscal years 2023, 2024, and 2025. The board also approved the meeting agenda.

• Approved FY23, FY24, and FY25 Collective Bargaining Agreement with TALC (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss an audit consultation project proposal, the naming of Middle School QQ, and Head Start governance and child eligibility. No formal votes are expected as this is a workshop session to gather information.

• Audit Consultation Project Proposal presented by Clerk of Court Kevin Karnes
• Naming of Middle School QQ presented by Communications Director Irma Lancaster
• Head Start Governance and Child Eligibility Overview presented by Director of Early Childhood Learning Mary Grace Romo
• Agenda review for the March 28, 2023 regular board meeting

The Board held a workshop to receive presentations on an audit consultation project, Head Start governance, and the naming of Middle School QQ. No formal votes were taken during this session.

• Reviewed Audit Consultation Project Proposal presented by Kevin Karnes
• Reviewed naming results for Middle School QQ, which recommended the name Lemuel Teal
• Received Head Start Governance and Child Eligibility Overview presentation
• Reviewed the agenda for the March 28, 2023, Regular Agenda

School Board Workshop Agenda - 1:15 PM

The Lee County School Board is holding a workshop to review two sets of Neola policies: the 1000-series on Administration and the 3000-series on Instructional Staff. The session is a discussion with Neola consultants; no votes are taken. The policies cover hiring, discipline, benefits, leaves, ethics, and more. This is part of a regular policy review process.

• Review of policies on superintendent employment and termination (PO1020, PO1040.01)
• Review of nondiscrimination and equal employment policies (PO1122, PO1122.01)
• Review of employee leave policies including FMLA, sick leave, and military leave (PO1430 series)
• Review of policies on educator misconduct and discipline (PO1139, PO3139 series)
• Review of remote work policy (PO1500)

The School Board conducted a workshop to review Neola Policies regarding administration, instructional staff, and support staff. Board members provided feedback on these policy sections. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

• Reviewed Neola Policies (1000 - Administration)
• Reviewed Neola Policies (3000 - Instructional Staff)
• Reviewed Neola Policies (4000 - Support Staff)

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board is holding a briefing meeting to discuss several informational and discussion items. No votes are scheduled; the board will hear updates on the strategic plan refresh, job descriptions, adult and career technical education, Lee Virtual School, land acquisition/disposal processes, and a proposal for a new K-8 school named Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Public comment is permitted on agenda items only.

• Discussion of a proposal for Hector A. Cafferata Jr. K-8 school
• Update on the Strategic Plan 'Refresh' kickoff
• Consideration of two new job descriptions: Coordinator, Multimedia Communications and Coordinator, Government Relations
• Presentation on Adult, Career, and Technical Education (40 minutes)
• Land Acquisition/Disposal Process policy review (30 minutes)

The meeting consisted of informational briefings and discussions. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded during this session.

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM

The School Board will hear a community update on Hurricane Ian recovery efforts. The agenda also includes recognitions for state champion athletes and the Mariner High School JROTC marksmanship team. No major policy decisions or financial actions are scheduled.

• Hurricane Ian recovery community update (information item)
• Recognition of 2023 FHSAA girls weightlifting state champions
• Recognition of Mariner High School JROTC marksmanship team
• Public comment procedures and rules outlined
• Approval of agenda as order of business (procedural)

The Board approved a grant amendment to expend remaining ESSER II funds and authorized several procurement contracts for school supplies, dairy products, and facility maintenance. The Board also approved the monthly budget report and personnel recommendations.

• Approved ESSER II Grant Amendment II for $12,382,700.04 (7-0)
• Approved $1M expenditure increase for milk, dairy, and fruit juices (7-0)
• Approved $800,000 piggyback contract for sensory, library, and art materials (7-0)
• Approved $450,000 renewal for concrete finishing and block work (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 renewal for first aid supplies and equipment (7-0)
• Approved $53,000 for E-Rate Consulting Services (7-0)
• Approved $21,550.42 final payment for Estero High School switchgear project (7-0)
• Approved Monthly Budget Report ending January 31, 2023 (7-0)

School Board Meeting Agenda* - 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board meets to receive a Hurricane Ian recovery community update and recognize outstanding volunteers, teachers, and staff. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approving the agenda order and public comment rules. No votes on policy or budget items are scheduled.

• Hurricane Ian Recovery Community Update presentation
• Recognition of Sherri Sammons as 2021-2022 Outstanding School Volunteer
• Recognition of Steven McGinley as 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year
• Recognition of James Busscher as 2022-2023 School Related Employee of the Year
• Recognition of 11 schools for Level 1 Marzano High Reliability Schools certification

The Board approved several consent items, including a $333,367.02 mental health grant and various operational contracts. Decisions included funding for walkway covers and the purchase of computer equipment and mulch. All listed actions passed with unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Approved Project SERV grant of $333,367.02 for mental health support (7-0)
• Approved $320,000 increase for walkway covers, totaling $1,075,000 (7-0)
• Approved up to $2.8M renewal for indoor air quality and asbestos abatement (7-0)
• Approved up to $300,000 contract for mulch purchase (7-0)
• Approved up to $50,000 for Apple computer equipment (7-0)
• Approved up to $75,000 for towing services (7-0)
• Approved MOUs with Tri-County Apprenticeship Academy for construction training (7-0)
• Approved $104,000 fund transfer for Adult Education and Family Literacy grant (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a briefing to discuss several items, including discipline updates for February 2023, the naming of Middle School QQ, and long-term recovery plans for Fort Myers Beach Elementary School. They will also receive a construction change order report for December 2022. Public comment is permitted on agenda items. No formal votes are scheduled at this briefing.

• Construction change order report for December 2022 (information only)
• Discipline updates for February 2023 (discussion)
• Discussion on naming Middle School QQ
• Long-term recovery presentation for Fort Myers Beach Elementary School (60-minute session)
• Public comment allowed on agenda items with 3-minute limit

The Board received information presentations regarding the December 2022 Construction Change Order Report, student discipline processes, the naming process for Middle School QQ, and the recovery of Fort Myers Beach Elementary School. No substantive votes or decisions were recorded during this briefing session.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board holds a workshop to review proposed Neola policy updates across three categories: operations (8000 series), community relations (9000 series), and a second review of bylaws (1000 series). The policies cover school safety, emergency management, student records, public records, transportation, food service, and board governance. No votes are taken; this is a discussion and information session.

• Review of School Resource Officers policy (PO8407)
• Review of Free and Reduced-Price Meals policy (PO8531)
• Review of District Emergency Operations Plan (PO8300)
• Review of Public Records policy (PO8310)
• Review of Ethics in Education policy (new policy in bylaws)

The Board conducted a workshop to review Neola policies regarding operations and community relations, as well as Neola bylaws. No formal votes were taken during the session. The Board reached a consensus to request a further review of Policy 8510 - Wellness.

• Requested further review of Policy 8510 - Wellness by Neola

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board meets to receive a community update on Hurricane Ian recovery and considers consent items including approval of board member travel and a state grant for welding equipment. The agenda also includes standard procedural items, recognitions, and public comment. The only substantive discussion item is the Hurricane Ian recovery presentation.

• Hurricane Ian Recovery Community Update (information item with PDF presentation)
• Approval of $2,756 for four board members to attend the FSBA 2023 School Finance Forum in Orlando
• Approval of Perkins V grant application for $84,700 to modernize welding equipment at South Fort Myers High School
• Approval of official minutes from January 24 (briefing and meeting) and February 1, 2023 (workshop)
• Acknowledgements for National School Counseling Week, Drug House Odyssey, Career & Technical Education Month, and Black History Month

The Board approved several grants for school modernization and teacher stipends, including a $1.1M Unified School Improvement Grant. It also authorized academic affiliation agreements for dental and aerospace programs and approved a $1.5M technology procurement contract.

• Approved $1.1M Unified School Improvement Grant for G Weaver Hipps, Manatee Elementary, and Fort Myers Middle School (7-0)
• Approved $187,500 UniSIG Supplemental Teacher and Administrator Allocation Grant (7-0)
• Approved $84,700 Perkins V grant for Welding Academy equipment at SFMHS (7-0)
• Approved $1.5M technology catalog solutions contract with CDW Government, LLC (7-0)
• Approved academic affiliation agreement with Embry-Riddle Gaetz Aerospace Institute for $6,724 plus 5% of CAPE funds (7-0)
• Approved academic affiliation agreement with Rafael Alcalde, DDS, P.A. for dental assisting students (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment dated December 31, 2022, and monthly budget report (7-0)
• Approved travel for four Board Members to the 2023 FSBA School Finance Forum (7-0)

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The school board will receive a 60-minute briefing on school leadership development from district staff. Public comment will be heard on agenda items and other educational matters. Board members, the attorney, and the superintendent will also provide comments and reports.

• 60-minute School Leadership Development briefing with presentations from Lynn Herrell, Dr. Helen Martin, and Dr. David Sanon
• Public comment period with time limits and disclosure rules for financial interests
• Board Members' Comments/Reports
• Board Attorney's Comments/Reports
• Superintendent's Comments/Reports

The School Board received a presentation regarding School Leadership Development. No substantive decisions, votes, or policy changes were recorded during this briefing.

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss employee insurance benefits and a comprehensive support and improvement update for schools. An agenda review for the upcoming regular meeting is also scheduled. The discipline update item was pulled before the meeting.

• Employee Insurance discussion (60 minutes) with a PDF attachment
• Comprehensive Support and Improvement – Schools' Update (60 minutes) with a PDF attachment
• Agenda Review of the February 7, 2023 Regular Agenda (30 minutes)
• Discipline Updates item was pulled prior to the meeting

The Board agreed to new requirements for legal review and redlining of policy changes. Members also appointed new liaisons for the Finance and Construction Advisory committees. Other items were for discussion and information only.

• Agreed that Legal must edit policies for errors before Board presentation
• Agreed that policy changes must be redlined when presented to the Board
• Appointed Board member Langford Fleming to Finance Advisory
• Appointed Board member Jordan to Construction Advisory

School Board Meeting Agenda* - 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hear a Hurricane Ian recovery update and vote on consent items including appointments to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee and renewal of a naming rights agreement for Dunbar High School's stadium with The North Law Firm, P.A. totaling $22,896 per year.

• Hurricane Ian Recovery Community Update (information item)
• Approval of 7 appointments to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee
• Renewal of naming rights for Dunbar High School stadium with The North Law Firm, P.A. at $22,896 per year
• Approval of minutes from January 10 and 20, 2023 meetings

The Board approved two supplemental programming grants totaling $13,771,636.82 for summer camps, tutoring, and academic needs. Other actions included renewing a stadium naming rights agreement and various vendor contracts for cleaning and printing services.

• Approved ESSER II Supplemental Programming grant for $8,295,023.82 (7-0)
• Approved ARP ESSER Supplement Programming grant for $5,476,613.00 (7-0)
• Renewed Dunbar High School stadium naming rights with The North Law Firm, P.A. for $22,896.00 per year (7-0)
• Approved cleaning products contract renewal up to $400,000.00 (7-0)
• Approved printing services contract renewal up to $250,000.00 (7-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Jeff Wagner for $80,000.00 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (7-0)
• Approved agreements with Teen Trendsetters Reading Mentors and AMIKids Southwest Florida at no cost to District (7-0)

School Board Special Meeting Agenda (Closed Attorney/Client Session) - 10:30 AM

The School Board of Lee County is holding a special meeting that will recess into a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy related to litigation expenditures in the lawsuit against JUUL Labs, Inc. The meeting begins and ends with open portions in the board room.

• Closed attorney/client session for settlement strategy in School Board vs. JUUL Labs litigation (U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, Case No. 3:20-cv-2869)

The School Board conducted a closed attorney/client session to discuss settlement negotiations and strategy for the lawsuit against JUUL Labs, Inc. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a briefing to discuss several items. Topics include updates to job descriptions, a first‑reading review of the 2023‑2024 Student Enrollment Plan, discussion of single member districts, long‑range planning for Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary School, and a first‑reading and pre‑briefing of multiple district policies. All items are for discussion and information only.

• Job Descriptions – discussion (10 minutes)
• Student Enrollment Plan 2023‑2024 – first reading (30 minutes)
• Single Member Districts – discussion (30 minutes)
• Long Range Planning for Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary School – discussion
• Policy Review – first reading and pre‑briefing of several policies (30 minutes)

The Board reached a general consensus to move forward with Option C for Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary School, which involves closing the current site and building a new K-8 at a nearby location. The Board also decided not to move forward with the concept of Single Member Districts. Several policy revisions were moved toward second reading, while one was placed on hold.

• Reached general consensus to move forward with Option C (close current site and build new K-8 nearby) for Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary School
• Reached no consensus to move forward with Single Member Districts
• Moved Policy 2.0622, 4.142, 5.3111, and 5.14 forward to Second Reading
• Placed Policy 2.181 (Instructional Materials Program) on hold for further discussion
• Moved Policy 9.12 (Telecommunications Facilities on District-Owned Sites) forward to First Reading

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss several items, including a board attorney evaluation, an update on the proximity plan for student assignments, and 2022-2023 school and district grade calculations. The board will also receive a presentation on the human resources strategic plan and review the agenda for the January 24 regular meeting. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion and information session.

• Board attorney evaluation using a provided instrument (discussion)
• Proximity plan update with a draft plan attachment (30 minutes)
• School and district grade calculations for 2022-2023 updates (60 minutes)
• Strategic plan for human resources presentation (45 minutes)
• Agenda review for the January 24 regular board meeting (30 minutes)

The Board reviewed presentations on attorney evaluations, the Proximity Plan, school grade calculations, and the HR Strategic Plan. The Board decided that updated changes to the Board Attorney Evaluation instrument do not need to return for further review. Members also agreed to have the Board Attorney research book review appeal processes in other districts.

• Agreed Board Attorney Evaluation instrument does not need to return to the Board with updated changes
• Agreed to direct Board Attorney to discover best practices in other districts for book review appeal processes

School Board Briefing Agenda - 1:00 PM

The School Board will review several district policies and discuss the Bright Futures program. Other briefing items include a construction change order report and school cash software updates.

• Policy 2.36: Designation of Bathrooms, Locker Rooms, and Dressing Rooms
• Policy 2.18: District Management and Selection of Instructional Materials
• Policy 2.11: Safety
• Policy 2.14: Monitoring Safety and Security of District Facilities
• Policy 2.16: Threat Assessment Team

The Board reached consensus to move one new policy and seven revised policies forward to a second reading. The meeting also included briefings on construction change orders, school accounting software, and Bright Futures award programs.

• Consensus reached to move Policy 2.36 (Designation of Bathrooms, Locker Rooms, and Dressing Rooms) to second reading
• Consensus reached to move Policy 2.18 (District Management and Selection of Instructional Materials) to second reading
• Consensus reached to move Policy 2.11 (Safety) to second reading
• Consensus reached to move Policy 2.14 (Monitoring Safety and Security of District Facilities) to second reading
• Consensus reached to move Policy 2.16 (Threat Assessment Team) to second reading
• Consensus reached to move Policy 4.19 (Student Records) to second reading
• Consensus reached to move Policy 4.221 (Student Suicide Prevention Awareness, and Screening) to second reading
• Consensus reached to move Policy 4.28 (Homeless Students) to second reading

School Board Meeting Agenda - 6:00 PM

The Lee County School Board meets to recognize the Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year, receive an information update on Hurricane Ian recovery efforts, and consider consent agenda items including appointments to the Audit Committee. The meeting also includes acknowledgements for January 2023 and public comment procedures.

• Recognition of Principal of the Year Brandy Macchia and Assistant Principal of the Year Dr. Joseph Restino for the 2022-2023 school year.
• Hurricane Ian Recovery Community Update presented as an information item with an attached PDF.
• Consent agenda item to approve appointments to the Audit Committee, effective January 11, 2023, with no fiscal impact.

The School Board of Lee County approved several operational contracts, including painting services and vehicle maintenance. The board also authorized the demolition of Franklin Park Elementary School and approved various academic affiliation agreements.

• Approved $2.42M painting services contract for various schools (7-0)
• Approved up to $3.5M for vehicle parts and services (7-0)
• Approved demolition of Franklin Park Elementary School (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 for golf cart purchase and repairs (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 for planning consulting services with Hole Montes, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Abuse Counseling & Treatment Inc. (7-0)
• Approved academic affiliation with Life Care Center of Estero (7-0)
• Approved affiliation agreement with Emerson College (7-0)

School Board Workshop Agenda - 12:00 PM

The Lee County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Proximity Draft Plan, a proposal likely affecting school attendance boundaries. The board will also review the agenda for the upcoming regular meeting on January 10, 2023. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Proximity Draft Plan presentation and discussion (90 minutes)
• Agenda review for January 10, 2023 regular meeting (30 minutes)

The Board discussed a draft three-year proposal to revise the student enrollment system, with the first year focusing on elementary schools. The presentation covered implementation timelines, proximity maps, and transportation procedures. No formal votes were taken during this workshop.