Marion County Schools public meetings in 2023
60 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on December 18, 2023, to consider early re-entry requests for 12 expelled students. The board approved 10 requests, denied 2, and also recessed for an attorney-client session regarding pending litigation. Public comment was allowed, and the meeting included routine items like the pledge and proof of publication.
- Approved early re-entry for students JD23-0107, JD23-0118, JD23-0121B, JD23-0132, JD23-163, JD23-173, JD23-191, JD23-206, JD23-215, JD23-223
- Denied early re-entry for students JD23-148 and JD23-149
- Recessed for attorney-client session on pending litigation
- Public comment period for agenda items (5-minute limit)
- Proof of publication filed for the meeting
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a regular meeting to approve the consent agenda, minutes, and recognize donations. The agenda includes procedural items like the call to order, pledge, and public comments, as well as action items for approving minutes and the consent agenda. Notable actions include approving travel expenses for board members and recognizing donations to schools.
- Approval of consent agenda items C10.1-C26.2, with some items moved to discussion or withdrawn
- Approval of travel expenses over $500 for board members to attend FSBA Day in the Legislature
- Recognition of $2,000 donation to Dunnellon Elementary and $3,000 to Dunnellon Middle School
- Approval of minutes from October 26, November 2, and November 14 meetings
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will review and discuss draft instructional calendars for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years, along with survey results, and receive an update on the Achieve 2026 Goal 5. Public comment is allowed on these topics.
- Draft instructional calendars for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 (Drafts A and B)
- Calendar survey results and summary report
- Achieve 2026 Goal 5 update presentation
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda items
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to approve consent agenda items and discuss the non-represented salary and wage schedules for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The board approved a $13.7 million amendment for early equipment procurement for a new elementary school, a $240,895 gymnasium demolition at Osceola Middle School, and a spot survey for a new mechanics building at Marion Technical College. The salary schedules were also approved after discussion.
- Approved $13,719,068.48 for early equipment procurement for New Elementary School 'W' (Project 24-101)
- Approved $240,895.41 for demolition of gymnasium at Osceola Middle School (Project 24-109)
- Approved Educational Plant Spot Survey to add new mechanics building at Marion Technical College (Project 24-110)
- Approved 2023-2024 Non-Represented Salary and Wage Schedules
Board of Directors, Leasing Corporation Organizational Meeting
This is the annual organizational meeting of the Marion County School Board Leasing Corporation, held to confirm procedures, review organizational rules, and elect officers. The board will elect the corporation's President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer, as well as the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors. The agenda is largely procedural, with no fiscal impact or substantive policy decisions.
- Election of corporation officers (President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer)
- Election of Board of Directors Chair and Vice-Chair
- Review of organizational procedures by School Board Attorney
- Proof of due notice of publication for the meeting
Special Board Meeting - Organizational
The Marion County School Board held its annual organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, set the 2024 regular meeting schedule, and designate the Superintendent as ex officio secretary. The board approved 23 regular meeting dates, a 5:30 p.m. start time, and the School Board Auditorium as the meeting location. Four special meetings were also scheduled for budget hearings and the next organizational meeting.
- Approved 2024 regular meeting dates (23 dates listed, including two on September 10, 2024)
- Set regular meetings to begin at 5:30 p.m. at 1614 E. Ft. King Street, Ocala, in the School Board Auditorium
- Scheduled four special meetings: July 22 (tentative budget), July 30 (public hearing on tentative budget), September 10 (public hearing on final budget), November 19 (organizational meetings)
- Elected Chair and Vice-Chair (names not specified in agenda)
- Acknowledged Superintendent as ex officio secretary and Elena Martinez as Board Clerk
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a regular meeting with procedural items, including approving the agenda and minutes from prior meetings. The board will also receive information on several construction change orders that reduce contract amounts, and recognize a donation. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed.
- Recognize $1,000 donation from Marion Cultural Alliance to Howard Middle School for band concert expenses
- Approve agenda with items C10.1-C20.5, except D21.1, D21.3, C19.1 moved to discussion; D21.2 withdrawn
- Approve minutes from Oct 19 and Oct 24, 2023 meetings
- Duct insulation repairs at College Park Elementary: change order deducts $52,755.20, new contract $144,504.38
- Minor renovations at Dunnellon Middle School: change order deducts $275,176.31, new contract $835,470.69
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and receive public comment on several topics, including transportation updates, state assessment data, progress on the Achieve 2026 goal, and the use of federal relief dollars. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for review and discussion only.
- Transportation updates presentation
- Data dashboard and state assessments presentation
- Achieve 2026 - Goal 4 update
- Utilization of federal relief dollars and student achievement
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board will hold an administrative briefing and work session. The meeting includes a superintendent's update and a discussion regarding Educational Benefit Districts in conjunction with the Impact Fee Ordinance.
- Review and discussion of Educational Benefit Districts and the Impact Fee Ordinance
- Superintendent's Administrative Briefing on current events and concerns
- Public comment period regarding the Impact Fee Ordinance topic
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items, including two agreements with the University of Central Florida to fund teacher education pathways for paraprofessionals and instructional staff, totaling $798,457.44. The board will also recognize a $4,000 donation, approve minutes, and hear public comments.
- Approve $491,220 UCF Elementary Education Pathway for Paraprofessionals Cohort Agreement (Title I funds)
- Approve $307,237.44 UCF Secondary Education MEd Online Pathway for Professionals Agreement (Title I funds)
- Recognize $4,000 donation from Jennifer Elliot to Stanton-Weirsdale Elementary School for 'Care Closet'
- Approve out-of-county travel for board members to FSBA/FADDS conference (expenses over $500)
- Approve consent agenda items C10.1-C20.2, with D21.1-D21.4 moved to discussion
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will hear a superintendent's update, review the FY23 internal audit reports, and discuss an Achieve 2026 goal update. Public comment is allowed on each work session topic.
- Achieve 2026 - Goal 3 Update presentation
- FY23 Internal Audit presentation, including timekeeping, stimulus funding, and data protection reports
- Proof of publication for the meeting
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a public hearing to adopt the 2023-2025 District Safety Loss Prevention Manual, which provides safety and loss prevention procedures. The board will also approve the meeting agenda, minutes from several prior meetings, and hear public comments.
- Public hearing to adopt 2023-2025 District Safety Loss Prevention Manual
- Approval of meeting agenda (items C10.1-C19.1, with D20.1-D20.3 moved to discussion)
- Approval of minutes from seven prior meetings (Sept 7, 8, 12, 21, 26, 29, 2023)
- Public opportunity to address the board (5-minute limit per speaker)
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will review and discuss the McIntosh Area School financial corrective action plan, receive a transportation update, and review the superintendent's evaluation tool. Public comment is allowed on each work session topic.
- Review of McIntosh Area School Financial Corrective Action Plan
- Transportation update with Transportation Plan document
- Superintendent's Evaluation Tool 2022-2023 presentation
- Proof of publication for the meeting
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on September 29, 2023, to approve the collective bargaining agreement with the Marion Education Association for 2022-2025, including 2023-2024 changes. The board also handled routine procedural items such as agenda approval, proof of publication, and public comments. The contract was approved unanimously.
- Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Marion Education Association, $7,831,268.00, funded from General Fund and Special Revenue Funds
- Approved meeting agenda
- Proof of publication for the special meeting ad
- Public comment period for agenda items
- Board and superintendent comments
Special School School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on September 26, 2023, to approve the Five Year District Facilities Work Program for fiscal years 2023-2024 through 2027-2028, which outlines $213,072,774 in funded projects and $832,061,572 in unfunded needs. The board also approved the consent agenda, minutes, and recognized donations. The meeting included a public hearing and a motion to recess for an attorney-client session regarding pending litigation.
- Approved Five Year District Facilities Work Program (FY2023-2024 through FY2027-2028) with $213,072,774 in funded projects and $832,061,572 unfunded
- Recognized donations: $1,450 in groceries/paper/cleaning products to Dunnellon Middle School and $2,500 to North Marion Middle School
- Approved delegation of signing authority for VPK contracts, with $2,781 in funding ($5.15 per student x 540 hours)
- Approved minutes for August 22, September 1, and September 7 meetings
- Recessed for attorney-client session regarding pending litigation
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on September 21, 2023, to approve three construction-related contracts: architectural design for a new Technology Building and construction management for two new elementary schools. All three contracts were approved, with one board member abstaining on each item. The meeting also included routine procedural items such as approval of the agenda and minutes.
- Approved $12,500 contract with Bhide & Hall Architects for design services for new Technology Building at Phoenix Center compound (Project 24-100)
- Approved $1,610,000 contract with A.D. Morgan Corporation for construction management of new Elementary School W (Project 24-101)
- Approved $1,610,000 contract with Ausley Construction Company for construction management of new Elementary School X (Project 24-102)
- Approved minutes from August 22, 2023 board meeting
- Public comment period allowed for items on the agenda
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. The main agenda item is a presentation and discussion on the Achieve 2026 Goal 2 update, with public comment allowed. The meeting also includes the superintendent's briefing, proof of publication, and board member comments.
- Achieve 2026 Goal 2 Update presentation and discussion
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Proof of publication for meeting notice
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per work session topic
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board meeting on September 12, 2023, included procedural items, recognitions, and approval of the consent agenda. The board approved the meeting agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and a consent agenda covering items C10.1 through C21.4, with some items moved to discussion and one withdrawn. Donations totaling $5,500 were recognized for school programs.
- Approved $35,676 amendment to Imagine Learning agreement for student licenses and PD, funded by Title I, Part A
- Recognized $2,500 donation to Mission Bus Brigade for homeless student supplies
- Recognized $2,000 donation to Harbour View Elementary from Office Max/Office Depot
- Recognized $1,000 donation to Harbour View Elementary from Walmart Summerfield for PBIS
- Approved out-of-county travel for board members to Tallahassee, Nov 7-8, 2023
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to approve the final budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, set the property tax millage rate, and adopt several financial reports. The board also approved budget amendments for June 2023 and the annual financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. All actions were approved unanimously.
- Adopted Resolution 23-05 affirming the final budget for FY 2023-2024 in the amount of $959,016,935
- Adopted Resolution 23-04 setting the millage rate at 6.439 mills, which is 11.74% above the rolled-back rate
- Approved Budget Resolution Number 10 for June 2023 budget amendments, increasing General Fund revenues by $7,703,968 and appropriations by $4,243,065
- Approved the Monthly Financial Report for June 2023 with total revenues of $679,108,144.72 and expenditures of $645,243,387.04
- Approved the Superintendent's Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to approve several routine items and two significant contracts for architectural design services for new elementary schools "W" and "X" in the southwest corridor. The board also approved administrative personnel changes and minutes from prior meetings.
- Approved $1,718,400 contract for architectural design services for New Elementary School "W" (Project 24-101)
- Approved $1,281,600 contract for architectural design services for New Elementary School "X" (Project 24-102)
- Approved administrative personnel items for 2023-2024 fiscal year
- Approved minutes from July 24, July 25, August 1, and August 3 meetings
- Public comment period for addressing the board (5-minute limit)
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss updates on the strategic plan, a proposed five-year facilities work program, and the Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool. Public comment is allowed on each topic after formal presentations. The meeting is primarily informational, with no final votes scheduled.
- Achieve 2026-Goal 1 Update presentation
- Five-Year Facilities Work Program (2024-2028) proposed plan
- Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool (FSSAT) updates and recommendations
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on September 1, 2023, and approved a consent agenda containing six construction contracts totaling approximately $4.78 million. The projects include site clearing for a new elementary school, a covered dining pavilion, HVAC upgrades, pool refinishing, a roof replacement, and a metal building procurement. All items were approved unanimously.
- Approved $267,482.25 for clearing Site B for New Elementary School W (Project 24-101)
- Approved $723,401.86 for a covered dining pavilion at Wyomina Park Elementary (Project 23-132)
- Approved $2,057,877.00 for HVAC system upgrades at Oakcrest Elementary (Project 23-108)
- Approved $127,901.80 for pool and deck refinishing at Hillcrest School (Project 21-103)
- Approved $603,660.00 for gymnasium roof replacement at Fort King Middle School (Project 23-135)
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes several contracts and agreements. Notable items include a $1.2 million data share agreement with Curriculum Associates for i-Ready assessments and Ellevation platform, a $250,000 agreement with Frog Street Press for prekindergarten curriculum, and recognition of donations totaling over $103,000. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments.
- Approve $1,200,000 data share agreement with Curriculum Associates, LLC for i-Ready and Ellevation (2023-2024)
- Approve $250,000 data share agreement with Frog Street Press, LLC for prekindergarten curriculum
- Recognize donations: $18,253.80 training manikins and hospital beds from College of Central Florida; $84,882.60 backpacks from Marion County Veteran's Council
- Approve minutes from July 11, July 13, and July 20 meetings
- Public speakers: Christopher Altobello, Glen Fiorello, Jeffrey Bairstow, Kearsten Angel
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and receive public comment on several items, including a proposed lease agreement with the Town of Reddick for a neighborhood park collaboration, the Cenergizing Energy Efficiency Program, and prioritization of school construction projects. The board will also review proof of publication, legislative delegation topics, and proposed bylaws for ICROC. This is a work session, so no final votes are expected.
- Reddick Neighborhood Park Collaboration and School Board Lease (draft agreement attached)
- Cenergistic Energy Efficiency Program presentation
- Prioritizing Low Density Growth, Classroom Wings and Cafeteria Expansion, and Lake Weir Middle School Replacement
- Legislative Delegation Hearing Topics
- ICROC Proposed Bylaws Draft
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a continued review and discussion of the 2023-2024 tentative budget, covering capital projects, debt service, food services, and other funds, with public comment allowed. The agenda also includes the superintendent's briefing, proof of publication, and board member comments.
- 2023-2024 tentative budget review (capital projects, debt service, food services, other grants, internal service funds)
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Proof of publication for the meeting
- Public comment on budget topics
- Board member comments and concerns
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a regular meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes contracts and routine items, and to discuss items D18.1-D18.4 moved to the regular agenda. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings and recognized staff.
- Approved Independent Contractor Agreement with Speech with Kait, LLC for $90,090.00 for speech language pathology services
- Approved First Amendment with Kagan Professional Development, Inc. for $90,300.00 for professional development materials
- Approved minutes from June 1, 13, 15, 27 and July 6 meetings
- Approved consent agenda items C9.1-C17.4, with D18.1-D18.4 moved to discussion
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to adopt the tentative millage rates and tentative budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The board approved Resolutions 23-02 and 23-03, with a public hearing held as part of the process. The final budget hearing is scheduled for September 8, 2023.
- Adopted tentative millage rates Resolution 23-02
- Adopted tentative budget Resolution 23-03
- Public hearing held for tentative budget and millage rates
- Final budget hearing scheduled for September 8, 2023
- Budget work sessions scheduled for August 3, 9, and 17, 2023
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held public hearings and approved the adoption of new instructional materials for several math and social studies courses, totaling approximately $1.7 million. The board also recognized a $2,000 donation, approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and heard public comments.
- Approved $300,000 for Florida Reveal Mathematics Grade 7 Acceleration (McGraw-Hill)
- Approved $28,000 for College Prep Algebra 2nd Edition (National Geographic Cengage)
- Approved $455,000 for World History: Voices and Perspectives (McGraw-Hill) for Grade 6
- Approved $455,000 for Civics, Florida Edition (McGraw-Hill) for Grade 7
- Approved $455,000 for US History materials for Grade 8 (McGraw-Hill)
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to receive the tentative budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The board voted to approve the budget for advertising purposes only and scheduled a public hearing for August 1, 2023. The meeting also included procedural items like the call to order and pledge of allegiance.
- Received tentative budget for FY 2023-2024
- Approved budget for advertising purposes only
- Set public hearing for August 1, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room
- Motion carried 3-0 (Eric Cummings not present)
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss several topics, including a proposed impact fee rate, new school construction and facility recommendations, and options for contributing school board land to the Reddick Neighborhood Park collaboration. The board will also consider a change in reporting structure in job descriptions and review school board residency areas. Public comment is allowed on each work session topic.
- Proposed Impact Fee Rate (Long Range Plan and Impact Fee Study)
- New Construction for Lower Density Growth, Middle School Replacement, Classroom Wing Additions, Osceola Middle School Gym, Unfunded Maintenance
- Reddick Neighborhood Park Collaboration - School Board Land Contribution Options
- Approval for Change in Reporting Structure in Job Descriptions
- School Board Residency Areas and Represented Schools
Public Workshop
The Marion County School Board is holding a public workshop to review and discuss a proposed impact fee rate increase, with public comment allowed. The board will also receive an administrative briefing from the superintendent and hear comments from board members. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Proposed impact fee rate increase presentation and discussion
- Long Range Plan and Impact Fee Study.pdf (14,096 KB) attached
- School and District Facility Recommendations 2023-2038.pdf (2,639 KB) attached
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes on workshop agenda items
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board meeting on July 11, 2023, included approval of the consent agenda, which featured a $2.5 million agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for math and reading intervention programs, science textbooks, and professional development. The board also approved a $250,000 agreement with ExploreLearning for math fact fluency software. A public hearing was held on recommended instructional materials for 11 courses, with final adoption scheduled for July 25, 2023.
- Approved $2,500,000 Special Data Share Agreement with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for Math 180, Read 180, Do the Math, science textbooks, and professional development
- Approved $250,000 Special Data Share Agreement with ExploreLearning for Reflex Math and Frax Math licenses for all 31 elementary schools
- Recognized donations including $3,000 from Mid Florida Regional Manufacturer's Association to Belleview High School for Skills USA National Competition
- Public hearing held for recommended instructional materials for 11 courses, including McGraw-Hill textbooks for math, social studies, and economics
- Approved minutes from May 25, 2023 Special School Board Meeting
Public Workshop
The Marion County School Board is holding a public workshop to review and discuss a proposed impact fee rate increase, with public comment allowed. The board will also receive an administrative briefing from the superintendent and hear comments from board members. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Proposed impact fee rate increase (presentation and discussion)
- Long Range Plan and Impact Fee Study.pdf (14,096 KB) attached
- School and District Facility Recommendations 2023-2038.pdf (2,639 KB) attached
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person on workshop topics
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on June 27, 2023, approving the agenda, minutes, and consent items. Key actions included holding a public hearing and approving the 2023-2024 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan with a $4,116,107 budget, and scheduling public hearings for adopting instructional materials for 11 courses with an estimated cost of $5,000,000. The board also recognized employees with 40+ years of service and other achievements.
- Approved 2023-2024 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan ($4,116,107)
- Scheduled public hearings for instructional materials adoption (estimated $5,000,000)
- Recognized MCPS employees with 40+ years of service
- Approved minutes for May 9, 18, and 23 meetings
- Approved consent agenda items C9.1-C25.2
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss several topics, including a follow-up on the Central District Office Building, the proposed 2023-2024 District Staffing Plan, Value Adjustment Board appointments, and the planning and timeline for an impact fee ordinance. Public comment is allowed on each topic after formal presentations. The meeting is primarily for discussion and review, not final decisions.
- Review of proposed 2023-2024 District Staffing Plan (Version 3, dated 6.14.2023)
- Discussion of planning and timeline for impact fee ordinance
- Follow-up on Central District Office Building
- Value Adjustment Board appointments
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board will hold a regular meeting with procedural items, recognitions, and approvals of minutes and agenda. The board will recognize donations totaling over $30,000 to various schools and programs, and will receive information on a change order for the Belleview Middle School gymnasium HVAC project.
- Recognize donations totaling $33,731.44, including $14,360 to Dr. NH Jones Elementary for technology and $4,071.44 to Belleview High School Band Booster
- Approve meeting agenda, moving items D21.1-D21.5 to regular agenda for discussion
- Approve minutes from five prior meetings (April 6, 11, 12, 20, 25)
- Information item: Change Order No. 1 for Belleview Middle School gymnasium HVAC, reducing contract from $846,692 to $755,482
- Public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session (Canceled)
This meeting was canceled, so no decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda had been set for a special administrative briefing and work session, which included a presentation on a proposed impact fee rate increase, along with routine procedural items.
- Proposed impact fee rate increase (presentation and discussion)
- Superintendent's administrative briefing
- Board member comments and concerns
- Call to order and adjournment (procedural)
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session (Canceled)
This meeting was a Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session of the Marion County School Board, but it was canceled. Had it occurred, the agenda included a presentation and discussion on a proposed impact fee rate increase, along with the superintendent's administrative briefing and board member comments. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no decisions listed for a vote.
- Proposed impact fee rate increase — review, discussion, and public comment
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events/concerns
- Board member comments and concerns
- Meeting canceled
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss several items, including 2024 funding projections, a general insurance renewal, revisions to the Code of Student Conduct, the Student Progression Plan, secondary instructional materials, and the proposed 2023-2024 district staffing plan. Public comment is allowed on each topic after formal presentations. The meeting is procedural and informational, with no final votes scheduled.
- 2023 Updates and 2024 Funding Projections (2 of 2)
- General Insurance Renewal Presentation
- Code of Student Conduct Revisions (2 of 2)
- Proposed 2023-2024 District Staffing Plan
- Secondary Instructional Materials for Adoption
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a presentation and discussion of the School and District Facility Recommendations for 2023-2038, with public comment allowed. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including the superintendent's briefing and board member comments.
- Presentation and discussion of School and District Facility Recommendations 2023-2038
- Public comment on facility recommendations
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Board member comments and concerns
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a presentation and discussion of the Long Range Plan and Impact Fee Study, with public comment allowed. The meeting also includes a superintendent's briefing and board member comments.
- Presentation and discussion of Long Range Plan and Impact Fee Study
- Public comment on the Long Range Plan and Impact Fee Study
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Board member comments and concerns
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a special meeting to consider approving the Superintendent's evaluation for the 2022-2023 contract year. The board voted unanimously to approve the evaluation, which assesses performance in areas like student success, safety, talent management, and fiscal efficiency. The meeting also includes procedural items like call to order, pledge, public comments, and adjournment.
- Approved Superintendent's Evaluation (motion by Nancy Thrower, second by Sarah James; unanimous 5-0)
- Public comment period limited to 5 minutes per speaker
- Meeting held at 1614 E Fort King Street, Ocala, FL
- ADA assistance contact: Mrs. Elena Martinez-Lopez, 352-671-7707
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, recognizing donations, and hearing public comments. The main action item is a public hearing to adopt a large set of revised board policies covering bylaws, administration, programs, staff, students, and finances. The board will also receive information about a change order for a security fencing project at Anthony Elementary School.
- Public hearing to adopt revised Board Policies (numerous policies listed)
- Recognize donations: $1,000 each to Dr. N.H. Jones, West Port High, Vanguard High, Belleview High
- Approve agenda with items C11.1-C20.4, moving D21.1-D21.5 to regular agenda
- Approve minutes from March 9, 2023 Administrative Briefing and Work Session
- Information: Change Order No. 1 for Anthony Elementary School security fencing (Project 22-111)
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss several topics, including 2023 updates and 2024 funding projections, a comprehensive mental health plan, proposed 2023-2024 school start/stop times, a safe schools sworn status update, and the school board attorney's contract. Public comment is allowed after each presentation. The meeting is primarily for discussion, not final decisions.
- 2023 Updates and 2024 Funding Projections presentation
- Comprehensive Mental Health Plan for 2023-2024
- DRAFT 2023-2024 School Start Times
- Safe Schools Sworn Status Update
- School Board Attorney Employment Agreement and First Addendum (dated 04-01-2023)
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a discussion of the superintendent's evaluation tool for the 2022-2023 school year, with public comment allowed. The meeting also includes administrative updates and board member comments.
- Discussion of Superintendent's Evaluation Tool for 2022-2023 (draft attached)
- Public comment on the evaluation tool after presentation
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Board member comments and concerns
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes a $250,000 agreement for Imagination Playground blocks for 31 elementary schools, a $425,000 agreement with PACE Center for Girls, and a revised school improvement plan for Ocala Center for Success and Independence. The board also recognizes donations, including $6,000 to Fort McCoy School, and hears public comments.
- Approved $250,000 agreement with Imagination Playground LLC for block sets at 31 elementary schools
- Approved $425,000 agreement with PACE Center for Girls, Inc.
- Approved revised School Improvement Plan for Ocala Center for Success and Independence ($3,000)
- Recognized $6,000 donation to Fort McCoy School from Cactus Jack's 2, Inc.
- Approved minutes from February 2023 meetings
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board holds an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss four topics: the annual investment performance, a comprehensive technology plan for students, summer school staffing for 2023, and the Marion Afterschool Program. Public comment is allowed after each presentation. The meeting is procedural and includes no votes or decisions.
- Annual Investment Performance Review presented by Business Services
- Comprehensive Technology Plan for Students presented by Technology & Information Services
- Summer School Staffing 2023: Launch Into Learning presented by Human Resources
- Marion Afterschool Program (MAP) presented by Area Superintendent Elementary
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board met on March 28, 2023, to approve the consent agenda (items C8.1–C24.1, with exceptions moved or withdrawn), approve minutes from seven prior meetings, and recognize donations totaling $8,800. The board also heard public comments and recognized a Lockheed Martin grant.
- Approved consent agenda items C8.1–C24.1, except C23.1, D25.1–D25.7 moved to regular agenda, and C28.2 withdrawn
- Approved minutes from Jan 17, Jan 19, Jan 24, Feb 2, Feb 6, Feb 14 (work session), and Feb 14 (regular) meetings
- Recognized donations: $1,000 to North Marion High School AFJROTC, $1,800 to Forest High School HOSA, $6,000 to Human Resources for electronic billboard space
- Recognized Lockheed Martin Project Lead the Way grant
- Public address opportunity for agenda items
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss several items, including the external auditor's report, the 2023-2024 Student Progression Plan, alternative learning options, and annual reports from charter schools. Public comment is allowed on each topic after formal presentations. The meeting is primarily for discussion and does not include final votes on these items.
- External Auditors Report for year ending June 30, 2022
- 2023-2024 Student Progression Plan (revised)
- Alternative Learning program for 2023-2024
- Annual reports from charter schools: Ina A Colen Academy, Marion Charter, McIntosh Area School, Ocali Charter Middle
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per topic
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to review and discuss three main topics: revisions to the Code of Student Conduct, a proposed Code of Civility, and a mid-year review of the 2022-2023 budgets. Public comment is allowed on each topic after formal presentations. The meeting is a work session, so no final votes are expected.
- Review of 23-24 revisions to the Code of Student Conduct
- Discussion of the revised Code of Civility
- Mid-year review of 2022-2023 budgets
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per topic
School Board Meeting
The School Board approved a rezoning plan for schools in Southwest Marion County to address capacity issues. The board also approved several contracts for curriculum materials, speech therapy services, and consulting.
- Approved rezoning for Liberty Middle, Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks, Sunrise Elementary, and Marion Oaks Elementary
- $100,000.00 agreement with Assessment Technologies Institute, LLC for nursing curriculum
- $83,210.00 contract with KDDS Speech Therapy LLC for Exceptional Student Education
- $2,000,000.00 amendment with Ocala Consulting and Prevention, LLC
- $1,340.00 donation from OneBlood, Inc. to Forest High School HOSA program
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is holding a special meeting to consider approving the First Addendum to Superintendent Diane Gullett's employment contract. The addendum updates the term of the agreement and includes provisions the superintendent requested to amend. The board will also hear comments from members and the superintendent before adjourning.
- Approve First Addendum to Superintendent Employment Contract
- Superintendent's initial base salary is $210,000, plus benefits
- Addendum reviewed by Board's Attorney with redline and comments
- Original contract term was July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a presentation and discussion of the draft school staffing plan ratios for the 2023-2024 school year, with public comment allowed. The agenda also includes a superintendent's briefing and board member comments, but no formal votes are scheduled.
- Review of draft 2023-2024 school staffing ratios (multiple draft versions attached)
- Discussion of staffing plan costs with and without staff reductions
- Comparison with 2022-2023 staffing plans and additional allocations
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person on work session topics
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve the consent agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and recognize donations to schools. The agenda includes procedural items and a list of donations totaling over $25,000 to various schools and programs.
- $18,875 donation to Curriculum and Instruction for Big Spring STEM Fair from Felburn Foundation
- $4,000 donation to Belleview High School for Laurie D. Reeder Performing Arts Grant from Marion Cultural Alliance
- $1,299.99 donation to Hillcrest Public School for Developmental Work Study Program from Ocala Marion County Association of Realtors
- $1,000 donation to Lake Weir High School for Boy's Volleyball Team from Lumio
- Approval of minutes from multiple prior meetings (Oct 24, Oct 25, Nov 3, Nov 8, Nov 17, Nov 22, Dec 5)
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a presentation and discussion on the School Staffing Plan Ratios for the 2023-2024 school year, with public comment allowed. The meeting also includes a superintendent's briefing and board member comments.
- Review and discussion of School Staffing Plan Ratios for 2023-2024
- Public comment on staffing plan ratios
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Board members' comments and concerns
Special School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board will hold a special meeting to consider approving the 2023-2024 instructional calendar, which sets the school year from August 10, 2023 to May 23, 2024, with 180 school days. The agenda also includes public comment, board comments, and adjournment.
- Approve 2023-2024 Instructional Calendar (start Aug 10, 2023; end May 23, 2024)
- Public comment period (5-minute limit per speaker)
- Board and Superintendent comments
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on January 24, 2023, at 5:30 PM at 1614 E Fort King Street, Ocala, Florida. The board approved the consent agenda (items C7.1–C19.3) with the exception of items D20.1, D20.2, and D20.3, which were moved to the regular agenda for discussion. The meeting included procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and approval of minutes from prior meetings. Public speakers addressed the board on various topics.
- Approved Special Data Share Agreement with Follett School Solutions, LLC for $95,000 (Destiny software for library and asset management).
- Approved Independent Contractor Agreements for Occupational Therapists and Assistive Technology for Visually Impaired, totaling $247,480.
- Approved First Amendment with Marion County Children's Alliance, Inc. (no fiscal impact).
- Approved minutes from October 6, 11, 17, and 20, 2022 meetings.
- Public speakers included Cody Mays, Dominick Antonaccio, Jacqualin Troughton, Johnny Grimes, Melaine Slaughter, Melissa Mooney, and Vickie Treulieb.
School Board Meeting
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve routine items including the consent agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and various administrative actions. The agenda includes recognition of donations, disposition of tangible property, and internal accounts audits for several schools. Most items are procedural and were approved by unanimous vote.
- Approval of consent agenda items C8.1-C15.1, with D16.1-D16.5 moved to discussion
- Approval of minutes from September 13, 15, and 27, 2022 meetings
- Disposition of tangible property deemed obsolete or not repairable
- Internal accounts audits for East Marion Elementary, Forest High, and Marion Oaks Elementary for 2021-2022
- Public address by Emily Burgess
Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board holds an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and receive public comment on several topics, including the proposed instructional calendar for the 2023-2024 school year, updates on the Achieve 2026 strategic plan, and student attendance processes. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for review and discussion.
- Proposed instructional calendar for 2023-2024 school year
- Achieve 2026: Goal 4 updates
- Student attendance processes
- Public comment allowed on each work session topic
Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The agenda includes a superintendent's briefing, a presentation and discussion on NEOLA policy updates, and board member comments. Public input is allowed on work session topics.
- NEOLA Updates presentation and discussion
- Superintendent's administrative briefing
- Public comment on work session topics
- Board member comments and concerns