Pasco County Schools public meetings in 2025

Workshop Session (4:30 PM)

This is a workshop session with no proposed votes or decisions. The board will receive information on 'Attend and Achieve' and 'Pasco Pathways.' Workshop materials were posted on December 12, 2025.

• Attend and Achieve – information item
• Pasco Pathways – information item

The School Board conducted a workshop session covering the Pasco Pathways marketing plan and the Attend and Achieve program. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this session.

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The school board approved a consent agenda including a five-year charter contract for Discovery Academy of Science Pasco, a STEM-focused charter school serving K-8 in the Wiregrass Ranch area. The item was approved by a single motion. A proposed fee increase for VPK programs was pulled for discussion and will be voted on separately later in the meeting.

• Approved 5-year charter contract for Discovery Academy of Science Pasco, projected to enroll 994 students by Year 5
• Approved expulsion of a male student from Zephyrhills High School
• Pulled for discussion: VPK fee increase for 2026/2027 — Parent Pay from $125 to $250, Blended from $125 to $175
• Approved Flex Education Program tuition and fees for second semester ($1,332 per yearlong course)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2025 meeting

The School Board approved the meeting minutes from November 18, 2025, and a proposed fee schedule for Early Childhood Programs VPK. The board also approved an expulsion recommendation for a student at Zephyrhills High School.

• Approved November 18, 2025, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved expulsion of male student at Zephyrhills High School (4-0)
• Approved Early Childhood Programs VPK Proposed Fee Schedule 2026/2027 (4-0)

School Board Meeting - Reorganization of the Board (6:00 PM)

The Pasco County School Board met for its annual reorganization, electing Colleen Beaudoin as chairman and Al Hernandez as vice chairman for the upcoming term. The board also approved appointments to district committees for 2026 and set the schedule of board meeting dates for the year. In addition, the board approved consent items including field trips, a disciplinary reassignment report, and the School Advisory Council membership list.

• Colleen Beaudoin elected Chairman of the School Board (motion carried 4-0)
• Al Hernandez elected Vice Chairman of the School Board (motion carried 4-0)
• Appointment of 2026 District Committees with Board Representation approved
• 2026 School Board Meeting Dates approved
• Field trip for WRHS ASL 4 class to Gallaudet University in Washington DC approved

The School Board conducted its annual reorganization, electing Colleen Beaudoin as Chairman and Al Hernandez as Vice Chairman. The board also approved the 2026 meeting calendar and committee appointments.

• Elected Colleen Beaudoin as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Al Hernandez as Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Approved 2026 Committee Appointments (4-0)
• Approved 2026 School Board meeting dates (4-0)
• Approved November 4, 2025, meeting minutes and workshop (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)

Workshop Session - Immediately Following Board Meeting

The board will receive an information presentation on the Career Connected Learning Grant. No decisions are expected at this workshop session. Materials were provided on October 31 and revised on November 4, 2025.

• Career Connected Learning Grant informational presentation

The Board received an update on the Career-Connected Learning initiative involving Pasco High School. The program includes planned learning pathways for Emergency Medical Services and Surgical Services opening in Fall 2026.

• Received update on Career-Connected Learning partnership with AdventHealth

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The Pasco County School Board will hold a public hearing on proposed attendance boundary changes for multiple elementary, middle, and high schools effective July 1, 2026, following the closure of Gulfside Elementary and its merger with Paul R. Smith Middle into a K-8 school. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes disciplinary reassignments, field trips, a course adoption for Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel, and a grant for computer science teacher certification.

• Public hearing on attendance boundary changes affecting Gulfside, New River, Wiregrass Elementary; Centennial, Paul R. Smith, Raymond B. Stewart, Thomas E. Weightman Middle; Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills High; and Paul R. Smith K-8
• Kirkland Ranch donation presented for information
• Consent agenda includes disciplinary reassignment of students for change of placement
• Field trips approved: CCHS Biology to Tampa and ZHS NHS to Washington DC
• Grant for Computer Science Teacher Certification (non-competitive)

The Board approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025, regular meeting and the full consent agenda. A public hearing regarding 2026/2027 rezoning recommendations was opened and subsequently closed with no public comments recorded.

• Approved October 21, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda and all included items (5-0)

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The board voted on a consent agenda that includes approval of school turnaround plans for Anclote Elementary, Chester W. Taylor Elementary, Richey Elementary, and Gulf Middle School. The board also approved expulsions of two male students, one from Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation and one from West Zephyrhills Elementary. Other approved items include personnel recommendations and out-of-state travel for the HR director.

• Expulsion of male student (DOB 08/03/2009) from Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation
• Expulsion of male student (DOB 09/03/2014) from West Zephyrhills Elementary
• Approval of turnaround plans for Anclote Elementary, Chester W. Taylor Elementary, Richey Elementary, and Gulf Middle School
• Approval of out-of-state travel for HR director Mary Faulk to SHRM conference in Alexandria, VA ($2,947.88)
• Approval of personnel recommendations including appointments, resignations, and transfers

Closed Session (Safety and Security Plans; Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool) (8:30 AM)

The Pasco County School Board is meeting in a closed session to discuss safety and security plans and the Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool. Per state law, the session and related materials are exempt from public record. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session per F.S. 286.0113 and F.S. 119.071(3) for security plan discussions

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The board voted to expel a male student from Gulf High School for serious violations of the Student Code of Conduct. It also approved consent agenda items including annual charter school reviews for 14 schools, disciplinary reassignments, school field trips, and an amendment to the Dayspring Angeline charter contract. A presentation on White Cane Awareness Day was given.

• Expulsion of a male student (DOB: 02/09/2008) from Gulf High School for serious violations of the Student Code of Conduct
• Approval of an amendment to the Dayspring Angeline charter contract
• Annual charter school reviews for 14 charter schools for the 2024/2025 school year
• Disciplinary reassignment (change of placement) for students pending action or recommended for a change of placement
• Approval of school field trips including FFA trips to Indianapolis and Perry, GA, and Varsity Winter Guard trip to Buford, GA

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included personnel recommendations, purchasing contracts, and school safety agreements. A resolution was passed declaring October 15, 2025, as White Cane Awareness Day. The Board also approved the expulsion of one male student from Gulf High School.

• Approved Minutes of the September 23, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved expulsion of male student from Gulf High School (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel, grants, and operations items (5-0)
• Approved resolution declaring October 15, 2025 as White Cane Awareness Day (5-0)
• Approved A/E services for West Zephyrhills Elementary renovation (via consent agenda)
• Approved SRO and school safety agreements with Dade City Police and Pasco Sheriff (via consent agenda)

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The school board approved the consent agenda, including a new charter school application for Discovery Academy of Science-Pasco, disciplinary reassignments, early release for Gulf High homecoming parade, and out-of-state travel. A special presentation recognized staff as Bucs Best Krewe honorees.

• Approval of Discovery Academy of Science-Pasco charter school (K-8, opening 2027-28, up to 994 students by Year 5, located in Wiregrass Ranch and Wyndfields PUD areas)
• Disciplinary reassignments for student placement changes (Attachment A lists students pending action)
• Gulf High School early release at 11:30 a.m. on October 22, 2025 for homecoming parade
• Out-of-state travel approval for Marchman Technical College director to COE annual meeting in Austin, TX ($2,257)
• Special presentation: Bucs Best Krewe honorees recognized in partnership with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The board approved the Paul R. Smith Middle School conversion and the first reading of proposed 2026/2027 school boundary changes. Additionally, several administrative, operational, and student achievement items were passed via the consent agenda.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including various personnel and operational items (4-0)
• Approved Baycare Behavioral Health contracts and agreements (4-0)
• Approved Paul R. Smith Middle School Conversion (4-0)
• Approved 2026/2027 School Boundary Changes first reading (4-0)
• Approved NEOLA Update 25.2 and other district updates (4-0)

School Board Meeting - Final Public Hearing on 2025/2026 Budget (6:00 PM)

The Pasco County School Board held a final public hearing to adopt the 2025/2026 budget and set a millage rate of 6.2740 mills (a 2.35% increase over the rolled-back rate). The board also reviewed NEOLA policy updates (scheduled for final approval September 23) and voted to expel a Pasco Middle School student. Consent agenda items were approved as recommended by the superintendent.

• Adoption of 2025/2026 Final Budget and Resolution Determining Revenues and Millage Levied at 6.2740 mills
• NEOLA policy revisions covering definitions, meetings, student welfare, discipline, and safety (final approval set for Sept 23)
• Expulsion of male student (DOB 01/28/2011) from Pasco Middle School for serious Code of Conduct violations
• Approval of minutes from Regular Meeting and Workshop of August 19, 2025
• Public comment period for agenda items and general matters

Workshop Session (4:00 PM)

The Pasco County Schools Board holds a workshop to receive information on advanced academics data and an enrollment update that includes the conversion of Paul R. Smith Middle School. Both items are listed as informational, with no decisions expected at this session.

• Advanced Academics data review for 2025-2026
• Enrollment update and Paul R. Smith Middle School conversion
• Workshop materials added September 5, 2025

Workshop Session (3:30 PM)

The Pasco County School Board holds a workshop session with three information/discussion items: a Career Connected Learning Grant, Opportunity Schools, and a comprehensive update to over 50 NEOLA policies. No final votes are taken; the session is for board review and discussion.

• Career Connected Learning Grant (information item with attached presentation)
• Opportunity Schools (information item with attached TOP plans presentation)
• NEOLA Update 25.2: discussion of policy changes across definitions, student discipline, school safety, attendance, and many other areas
• Proposed new policies on recording on school property (8136) and nursing mothers (8280)
• Deletions or replacements of policies on attendance (5200), GED tests (5465), and student capacity (7110)

The Board held a workshop to review school turnaround plans and a Career Connected Learning initiative funded by private grants. Staff also reviewed proposed policy updates for future approval. No formal votes were taken during this session.

• Reviewed turnaround plans for Opportunity Schools
• Discussed $500,000 Bloomberg Foundation and $240,000 AdventHealth planning grants for Career Connected Learning
• Reviewed and suggested edits to NEOLA Update 25.2 and policies 0143, 0143.1, 0165, 1215, 2120, 2421, 5136, 5200, 5410.1, 5463, 5600, 6330, and 6550

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The Pasco County Schools board is deciding on course adoptions for the 2025/2026 school year and establishing apprenticeship programs in several technical sectors. The board is also discussing turnaround plans for three elementary schools and a district-wide assessment calendar.

• Adoption of Advanced Aerospace Science and Diversified Education Directed Study courses for 2025/2026
• Approval of Pathways to Career Opportunities project concepts for Diesel, HVAC, and Information and Technology programs
• Discussion of School Turnaround Option Plans for Anclote, Chester W. Taylor, and Richey Elementary Schools
• Review of the 2025/2026 Uniform Assessment Calendar of District-Wide Assessments
• Approval of personnel recommendations for administrative, instructional, and professional staff

The board approved turnaround option plans for Anclote, Chester W. Taylor, and Richey Elementary Schools. Members also approved the 2025/2026 uniform assessment calendar and a proclamation for Attendance Awareness Month. A consent agenda covering personnel, purchasing, and grants was passed.

• Approved School Turnaround Option Plans for Anclote, Chester W. Taylor, and Richey Elementary Schools (5-0)
• Approved Uniform Assessment Calendar of District-Wide Assessments 2025/2026 and District Detailed Calendars (5-0)
• Approved proclamation recognizing September 2025 as Attendance Awareness Month (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel recommendations, purchasing contracts, and career grants (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the August 5, 2025 Regular Meeting and Workshop (5-0)

CANCELLED: Employee Termination Appeal Hearing (10:30 AM, or as soon thereafter as may be heard)

This meeting has been cancelled. The sole agenda item was an employee termination appeal hearing for case 2025-D.GAUTNEY-7/8/25. No decisions or discussions will occur.

• 1.1 Open Hearing (cancelled)
• 1.2 Employee Termination Appeal Hearing for D. Gautney (cancelled)
• 1.3 Adjourn (cancelled)

Workshop Session (8:45 AM; Immediately Following the Board Meeting)

The board is holding an informational workshop session to review a legislative update from GrayRobinson. The session also includes discussions on SB 1334, universal attendance monitoring, and the district's strategic plan.

• Legislative Update from GrayRobinson
• SB 1334 and Universal Attendance Monitoring
• Strategic Plan and 2026 Strategic Goals

The board held a workshop session to receive presentations on the 2025 legislative session, updated universal attendance procedures under SB 1334, and a revised Strategic Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during these discussions.

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The Pasco County School Board approved a consent agenda covering personnel recommendations, surplus equipment, allocation changes for the 2025/2026 school year, and multiple contracts and purchasing requests. The board also approved the minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting. No public hearings or special presentations were scheduled.

• Approved personnel recommendations including appointments, transfers, and terminations
• Declared surplus equipment no longer operational or too costly to repair, to be sold or recycled
• Approved allocation changes for bus hub supervision and tutor hours for various schools
• Approved contracts including an agreement with Pasco Juvenile Assessment Center and engagement letter with Forvis Mazars
• Approved miscellaneous purchasing requests and purchases using awarded agency contracts

The board approved several key operational plans for the 2025/2026 school year, including rezoning and a student crime watch program. The consent agenda, covering personnel and purchasing, was also approved. No public hearings were held.

• Approved District Controlled Open Enrollment Plan 2025/2026 (3-0)
• Approved Magnet Plan 2025/2026 (3-0)
• Approved Student Progression Plan 2025/2026 (3-0)
• Approved Rezoning Recommendation 2025/2026 (3-0)
• Approved Student Crime Watch Program Resolution (3-0)
• Approved July 29, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel and purchasing items (3-0)
• Unanimously consented to Attorney Meeker serving as facilitator for pre-hearing matters

School Board Meeting - First Public Hearing 2025/2026 Tentative Budget (6:00 PM)

The School Board held the first public hearing on the proposed 2025/2026 tentative budget, adopting a tentative millage rate resolution and a tentative budget resolution. The board set the final public hearing for September 9, 2025. Additionally, the board approved consent items including the K-12 Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan and Flex Education Program fees.

• Adopted tentative millage rate resolution for 2025/2026
• Adopted tentative budget resolution for 2025/2026
• Set final public hearing for September 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Approved K-12 Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plan
• Approved Flex Education fees for 2025/2026 ($1,882 per course)

The Board approved a tentative budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year and a tentative millage rate of 6.274 mils. The budget includes a $1.14 billion General Operating Budget and a $672 million Capital Budget. A final public hearing is scheduled for September 9, 2025.

• Approved Adoption of the Tentative Millage Rate Resolution (5-0)
• Approved Adoption of the Tentative Budget Resolution (5-0)
• Set Final Public Hearing date for September 9, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Minutes of July 22, 2025 Regular Meeting and Workshop (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel recommendations and purchasing contracts (5-0)

Workshop Session (4:00 PM)

The Pasco County School Board will hold a workshop session to discuss the operating budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Workshop materials were posted in advance, and the agenda indicates this is an information item, meaning no final vote is expected at this meeting.

• FY 2025-2026 Budget Workshop (information item)

The School Board held a workshop to review the operating budget, which reflects a 2.3% increase over the previous year. Staff presented data on declining traditional school enrollment, rising Florida Empowerment Scholarship costs, and a projected $15 million health insurance fund shortfall. No formal votes were taken during this session.

• No substantive decisions were made; session was a budget workshop

School Board Meeting - Present Approved Advertisement for the 2025/2026 Tentative Budget (6:00 PM)

The Pasco County School Board is conducting public hearings on the 2025/2026 school choice, magnet, and student progression plans. The board is also reviewing recommended attendance boundary changes for several elementary, middle, and high schools to accommodate growth.

• Proposed rezoning for Dr. Mary Giella, Shady Hills, Wesley Chapel, and Wiregrass Elementary Schools
• Proposed rezoning for Dr. John Long and Thomas E. Weightman Middle Schools
• Proposed rezoning for Fivay, Hudson, Wesley Chapel, and Wiregrass Ranch High Schools
• Public hearing for the District Controlled Open Enrollment Plan 2025/2026
• Approval of Opportunity Hall after school program at Thomas E. Weightman Middle School

The board approved the advertisement for the 2025/2026 tentative budget and passed a consent agenda including personnel recommendations and various financial allocations. The board also approved a purchase and sale agreement for the Schwettman property and finalized a policy on personal mobility devices.

• Approved Minutes of July 8, 2025 Regular Meeting and Workshop (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda, excluding Youth and Family Alternatives agreement (5-0)
• Approved advertisement of 2025/2026 Proposed Tentative Budget (5-0)
• Approved Neola Policy 5514 - Personal Mobility Devices (5-0)
• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement (Schwettman) (4-1)

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The School Board is reviewing several items including the adoption of new courses for the 2025/2026 school year. The meeting includes actions on a statewide Voluntary Prekindergarten provider contract and multiple grant opportunities related to safety, workforce development, and charter school planning.

• Approval of 2025/2026 Statewide Voluntary Prekindergarten Provider Contract (Form DEL-VPK 20)
• Course adoption for Pasco County Schools 2025/2026 including College Algebra and Applied Cybersecurity
• Public Charter School Planning Program Design and Implementation Grant amendment
• COPS School Violence Prevention Program competitive grant
• Equipment Upgrade and Modernization project concept grant

The board approved the minutes from June 17, 2025, and passed a comprehensive consent agenda. The agenda included various grant applications, personnel recommendations, and purchasing contracts. No items were removed from the consent agenda for individual discussion.

• Approved June 17, 2025 Regular Meeting and Workshop minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including all items from sections 9 through 13 (5-0)
• Approved 2025/2026 Statewide Voluntary Prekindergarten Provider Contract
• Approved multiple grants including COPS School Violence Prevention and Title I, II, III, and IV
• Approved personnel recommendations and revised ESE teacher job description
• Approved surplus equipment and surplus declaration for Kiefer Road Right-of-Way
• Approved various purchasing contracts, solicitation awards, and vendor expenditures

Workshop Session (Immediately Following the Board Meeting)

This workshop session is for discussion only; no votes will be taken. The board will review the District Controlled Open Enrollment Plan, Magnet Plan, and Student Progression Plan for the 2025-26 school year, as well as the 2025/2026 Capital Plan. Attachments provide detailed summaries and drafts for each item.

• District Controlled Open Enrollment Plan summary of changes for 2025-26
• Draft Magnet Plan for 2025-26 presented for discussion
• Student Progression Plan with full document and summary of changes
• Capital Plan 2025/2026 with workshop materials to be added July 3
• All agenda items are listed as 'Information' only

The Board reviewed proposed changes to the Student Progression, Magnet, and District Controlled Open Enrollment plans for 2025/2026. Staff also presented the Capital Plan, including project milestones, revenue projections, and lease updates. No formal votes were taken during this workshop session.

• Reviewed 2025/2026 Student Progression Plan changes (no vote)
• Reviewed 2025/2026 Magnet Plan changes (no vote)
• Reviewed 2025/2026 District Controlled Open Enrollment Plan changes (no vote)
• Reviewed Capital Plan including computer and bus leases (no vote)

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The Pasco County School Board is conducting a public hearing for Neola Policy 5514 regarding personal mobility devices. The board also approved several charter school renewal contracts and a student trip to California.

• Public hearing on Neola Policy 5514 - Personal Mobility Devices
• Charter renewal contract for Innovation Preparatory Academy
• Charter renewal contract for Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel
• Charter renewal contract for Union Park Charter Academy
• Approval of PHS MESA Club trip to San Diego, CA

The board approved the consent agenda and the minutes from the May 20, 2025, meeting. A public hearing on a personal mobility devices policy was held, but no action was taken as the policy requires clarifying language. The board also received reports on budget projections, insurance reserves, and upcoming school rezoning.

• Approved Minutes of the Regular Meeting and Workshop of May 20, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda and all associated items (4-0)
• Tabled Neola Policy 5514 (Personal Mobility Devices) pending clarifying language

Workshop Session (4:00 PM)

The Pasco County School Board will hold a workshop session to discuss proficiency rates and anticipated school grade information. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the workshop is informational only.

• Presentation on Proficiency Rates and Anticipated Grade Information

The board held a workshop to review academic achievement data and projected school grades using a new tool called Inside Ed. The session included a presentation on proficiency rates and identified 20 schools with projected grade improvements and 11 of 13 schools with projected declines. No formal votes or policy decisions were made during this session.

Closed Session (Collective Bargaining) (4:00 PM)

This is a closed session of the Pasco County Schools Board to discuss collective bargaining. No other items are on the agenda; the meeting is entirely procedural and non-public.

• Closed session for collective bargaining

The District School Board of Pasco County met in a closed session to discuss collective bargaining. The minutes do not record any substantive decisions made during the meeting.

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The school board will hear public comment on proposed revisions to the 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes an adult education fee increase, out-of-state travel for teacher training, and school field trips. Special presentations will honor CTE students and state champion athletes.

• Public hearing on 2025-2026 Student Code of Conduct (first reading)
• Approval of CTAE Adult Education Fees 2025/2026 (fee increase)
• Out-of-state travel: AP Career Kickstart Summer Institute in Texas ($2,512) and North Carolina ($2,560)
• Out-of-state travel: ISTE conference in San Antonio, Texas ($9,292.76)
• Out-of-state travel: MIT Maker Lab in Boston, Massachusetts ($275)

The Board approved the consent agenda and the minutes from May 6, 2025. A contract agreement with Patel was rescinded, releasing both parties from financial and contractual obligations. The Board also held a public hearing on the Student Code of Conduct.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2025 Regular Meeting and Workshop (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, excluding 12.2, 13.7, and 14.2 (5-0)
• Rescinded agreement with Patel, releasing all financial and contractual obligations
• Closed public hearing on Student Code of Conduct with no public comments received

Workshop Session (4:30 PM)

The Pasco County School Board will hold a workshop session to discuss math progression and Algebra I. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of math progression and Algebra I curriculum

The School Board held a workshop session to discuss the implementation of a new district-wide math curriculum. Staff presented data on middle school acceleration and proposed mathematics pathways for the 2025/2026 school year. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session.

Workshop Session (Immediately Following the Board Meeting)

The Pasco County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss three topics: proposed revisions to the 2025-26 Student Code of Conduct, a Flex Ed program update, and the Food & Nutrition Services Community Eligibility Provision for free meals. No votes or decisions will be taken; this is a discussion session only.

• Review of recommended edits to the draft 25-26 Student Code of Conduct
• Discussion of Flex Ed program
• Presentation on FNS Community Eligibility Provision for school meals

The board held a workshop session to review proposed revisions to the 2025/2026 Student Code of Conduct and an overview of the Flex Ed program. No formal votes were taken during this session.

• Reviewed recommended revisions to 2025/2026 Student Code of Conduct; final approval scheduled for June 17, 2025
• Discussed Flex Ed program overview and planned May 2025 survey for homeschool families
• Reviewed Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) overview for Food and Nutrition Services

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The School Board decided on several consent agenda items, including the approval of annual field trips for the 2025/2026 school year. The board also approved specific student trips to Florida and Michigan, and professional travel to California.

• Approval of Annual School Field Trips (2025/2026) for various academic, athletic, and arts groups
• Approval of specific field trips including Odyssey of the Mind World Tournament in Lansing, MI
• Approval of travel for Iravonia Abiola to attend an institute in Pasadena, CA, with expenses of $2,205.00
• Approval of disciplinary reassignments for students
• Approval of Amendment 1 for 21st Century Community Learning Centers at Centennial and R.B. Stewart Middle Schools

The board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025, meeting and workshop. Members also approved the full consent agenda, which included personnel recommendations, school field trips, and construction agreements. No public hearings were held.

• Approved April 15, 2025 Regular Meeting and Workshop minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda and all included items (5-0)
• Approved architectural services agreement for Kirkland Ranch K-8 classroom addition
• Approved CM GMP#1 for Gulf Middle School early site and procurement
• Approved 2025/2026 annual and individual school field trips
• Approved personnel recommendations and reappointments

Workshop Session (4:00 PM)

This is a workshop session of the Pasco County School Board. The board will receive information on three items: K-5 math core instructional materials adoption, proposed renaming of Mittye P. Locke Early Learning Academy, and an enrollment/budget update. No votes or decisions will be taken at this workshop.

• K-5 Math Core Adoption for instructional materials
• Program Moves - Renaming of Mittye P. Locke Early Learning Academy
• Enrollment/Budget update presentation

The board held a workshop session to review proposed K-5 math instructional materials, early learning program moves, and enrollment budget projections. No formal votes were taken during this session; final approval for math materials is scheduled for May 6, 2025.

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The School Board is reviewing the adoption of Savvas enVision Florida B.E.S.T. Mathematics for grades K-5. The meeting also includes several recognition presentations and requests for approval of out-of-state travel for students and educators.

• Adoption of Savvas - enVision Florida B.E.S.T. Mathematics for K-5
• Pasco County Fire Rescue donation of a Fire Engine to Fivay High School
• Out-of-state travel for J.W. Mitchell High School educators to Boston, MA ($10,619.00)
• Out-of-state travel for Pasco Elementary School staff to Clark County, NV ($15,311.00)
• Field trip requests for HHS Special Olympics Unified Relay Team and FBLA

The Board approved the 2025/2026 school start and end times and a revised fee schedule for the use of facilities. Members also approved science instructional materials and a five-year charter contract for Pinecrest Academy Connerton Middle School via the consent agenda.

• Approved School Start and End Times 2025/2026 (4-0)
• Approved Use of Facilities and Revised Fee Schedule (4-0)
• Approved Adoption of Instructional Materials - Science (4-0)
• Approved NEOLA Legal Alerts and District Updates (4-0)
• Approved five-year charter contract for Pinecrest Academy Connerton Middle School (via consent agenda)
• Approved GMP #3 for Cypress Elementary School construction (via consent agenda)
• Approved minutes from April 1, 2025 meeting and workshop (4-0)

Workshop Session (8:45 AM)

The Pasco County School Board will hold a workshop session to discuss academic instructional restructuring. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only. The agenda contains a single item with no further details provided in the document.

• Discussion of Academic Instructional Restructuring

The School Board held a workshop to review a reorganization overview presented by Deputy Superintendent Monica Ilse. The proposed restructuring is intended to be effective June 1, 2025, and is projected to save over $200,000. No formal votes were taken during this session.

Cancelled: Employee Termination Appeal Hearing (10:30 AM, or as soon thereafter as may be heard)

This meeting was a scheduled employee termination appeal hearing for Case#:2025-D.DOOLEY-1/16/25, but it has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

• Employee Termination Appeal Hearing (Case#:2025-D.DOOLEY-1/16/25) cancelled

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The school board voted to expel a female student from Wesley Chapel High School for serious violations of the Student Code of Conduct. The board held a public hearing on policy updates (NEOLA) and discussed recommended adoption of new K-12 science instructional materials from McGraw Hill, with final approval scheduled for April 15. The consent agenda, including approval of school field trips and minutes, was passed.

• Expulsion of female student (DOB 12/02/09) at Wesley Chapel High School
• Public hearing on DSBPC policy updates via NEOLA legal alerts and district revisions
• Recommended adoption of McGraw Hill science materials for elementary, middle, and high school
• Approval of field trips including ZHS JROTC to Valdosta, GA
• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2025, meeting and workshop

The board approved the minutes from March 4, 2025, and passed the consent agenda, though items 10.12 and 12.8 were pulled for discussion. The board also approved the expulsion of a female student from Wesley Chapel High School. Public hearings were held regarding science instructional materials and NEOLA legal alerts, but no public testimony was given.

• Approved March 4, 2025 Regular Meeting and Workshop minutes (5-0)
• Approved expulsion of female student (DOB: 12/02/09) from Wesley Chapel High School (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, excluding 10.12 and 12.8 (5-0)

Workshop Session (8:45 AM and Immediately Following School Board Meeting)

The Pasco County School Board holds a workshop to discuss science curriculum adoption, NEOLA legal policy updates, and Head Start shared governance training. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items for potential future board action.

• Discussion of NEOLA legal alerts and district policy updates (34 policy documents)
• Workshop on science adoption for K-12 curriculum
• Training on ECP Head Start/Early Head Start shared governance and eligibility

The board held workshop sessions to review NEOLA Legal Alerts, district policy updates, and recommended science instructional materials for the 2025/2026 school year. No final votes were taken; items are scheduled for a public hearing on April 1, 2025, and final approval on April 15, 2025.

• Reviewed and suggested edits to 30 district policies (169.1 through 8271)
• Discussed recommended science instructional materials for 2025/2026 adoption
• Received training on Head Start/Early Head Start shared governance and eligibility

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The School Board approved a consent agenda including a new charter school application for Highpoint Academy, a K-8 school projected to open in 2025-26 in Wesley Chapel with enrollment up to 1,418 students by year five. The board also approved two expulsions of female students from Bayonet Point Middle School and out-of-state travel for Marchman Technical College staff.

• Approved Highpoint Academy charter school application (K-8, Wesley Chapel, up to 1,418 students by year 5)
• Approved expulsion of a female student (DOB 03/23/2011) from Bayonet Point Middle School after closed appeal hearing
• Approved expulsion of a female student (DOB 1/12/2011) from Bayonet Point Middle School
• Approved out-of-state travel for two Marchman Technical College staff to COE Spring Accreditation Institute in Ohio ($3,200 total)
• Fine Arts in Our Schools Month presentation with student performances

The board approved the consent agenda, which included charter school applications, personnel recommendations, and purchasing requests. Two female students from Bayonet Point Middle School were expelled. The board also reviewed recommendations for homework procedures to be implemented next school year.

• Approved Minutes of February 18, 2025 (5-0)
• Upheld expulsion of female student (DOB 03/23/2011) at Bayonet Point Middle School (5-0)
• Approved expulsion of female student (DOB 1/12/2011) at Bayonet Point Middle School (4-0)
• Approved full consent agenda including charter applications and personnel recommendations (5-0)
• Approved Charter School Application for Highpoint Academy (via consent agenda)
• Approved amendment to charter contract for Pinecrest Academy South Pasco (via consent agenda)
• Approved disposal of damaged portables and surplus equipment (via consent agenda)

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The School Board is reviewing the 2024 Penny for Pasco Oversight Committee Annual Report and recognizing outstanding volunteers. The board is also deciding on course adoptions for the 2025/2026 school year and approving specific after-school and travel requests.

• 2024 Penny for Pasco Oversight Committee Annual Report presentation
• Approval of Extended School Day academic support program at Wendell Krinn Technical High School
• Adoption of Speech 1 and Applied Communications 1 courses for Academy at the Farm High School
• Adoption of Access M/J Health 6-8 course for Pasco Public Schools
• Proposed $6,400 expenditure for Early Childhood Program travel to Myrtle Beach, SC

The board approved a comprehensive consent agenda covering personnel, financial allocations, and purchasing. Members also approved the 2023/2024 annual charter school reviews and specific out-of-state travel for staff.

• Approved minutes from February 4, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel recommendations and budget amendments (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel to Myrtle Beach, SC for Head Start events (5-0)
• Approved 2023/2024 Annual Charter School Reviews (5-0)
• Approved 2025/2026 initial budget revenue neutral allocation formulas
• Approved resolution to use remaining Penny for Pasco (2) funds for approved Penny for Pasco (3) projects

Pasco County School Board Leasing Corporation

The Pasco County School Board Leasing Corporation approved three actions: minutes from May 21, 2024; a first amendment to the Series 2022A ground lease adding 7.35 acres to Kirkland Ranch K-8 and authorizing gym construction using remaining bond proceeds; and a second amendment releasing wetlands at Cypress Creek High School into a conservation mitigation bank.

• Approved first amendment to Series 2022A ground lease for Kirkland Ranch K-8, adding 7.35 acres and authorizing gymnasium construction with remaining 2022A certificate proceeds
• Approved second amendment to Series 2016A ground lease for Cypress Creek High School, releasing wetlands into a conservation mitigation bank
• Approved minutes of the May 21, 2024 meeting

The Pasco County School Board Leasing Corporation approved amendments to two separate ground leases. The board also approved the minutes from the May 21, 2024, meeting.

• Approved Minutes of the May 21, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Series 2022A Ground Lease (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Series 2016A Ground Lease (5-0)

School Board Meeting (9:30 AM)

The School Board will consider an expulsion recommendation for a male student from Pepin Academy due to serious code of conduct violations. The board will also approve field trips for JWMHS Yearbook to New York City and SLHS Band to Dayton, Ohio. Consent agenda items include course adoptions, a computer science teacher bonus grant up to $1,000, and disciplinary reassignments. A special presentation will recognize Pasco County Schools for exemplary status in African American History.

• Expulsion recommendation for male student (DOB 02/14/2009) from Pepin Academy
• Field trips: JWMHS Yearbook to New York City (internal funds) and SLHS Band to Dayton, OH (internal funds)
• Computer Science Teacher Bonus Grant: up to $1,000 per qualifying teacher (non-competitive)
• Approval of two new courses for 2025/2026: CTSO Extracurricular Activity and Specialized Career Instruction
• Disciplinary reassignment and change of placement for students (Attachment A and B)

The Board approved a series of consent agenda items, including vendor expenditure approvals for school furniture funded by Penny for Pasco. The Board also approved the expulsion with services of a male student from Pepin Academy and passed several proclamations.

• Approved Vendor Expenditure Approvals for furniture refreshes (5-0)
• Approved Expulsion with Services of Male Student at Pepin Academy (5-0)
• Approved Minutes of January 14, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Out of County Travel for School Board Members (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation for Black History Month (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation for National Human Trafficking Prevention Month (5-0)
• Removed Pasco County Sidewalk Request from agenda (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including course adoptions and personnel recommendations (5-0)

Workshop Session (4:00 PM)

This is a workshop session of the Pasco County School Board, with no formal votes or decisions scheduled. Two informational items will be presented: an update on Student Achievement and the Opportunity Schools initiative, followed by a review of communication protocols between the board and superintendent.

• Presentation on Student Achievement - Opportunity Schools
• Discussion of board-staff and superintendent communication protocols

The board held a workshop session to review academic performance data for Opportunity Schools and discuss communication protocols between board members and staff. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Discussed proposed partnership with external operator MGT for Rodney B. Cox Elementary School effective February 2025
• Reviewed Board Policy 1122 regarding Board Staff Communications
• Introduced Dr. Toni Zetzsche as Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer (pending board approval)

School Board Meeting (6:00 PM)

The school board approved a consent agenda that includes the Rodney B. Cox Elementary School Turnaround Option Plan (TOP 2) and an agreement with MGT for external support. They also adopted 16 new computer science courses for the 2025-2026 school year, covering grades K-12. Other approved items include school field trips for WCHS Band to Washington DC and HHS AICE Marine Science to Weeki Wachee, as well as disciplinary reassignments and minutes from December. Special presentations recognized CareerSource Pasco Hernando, the Headstart Administrator of the Year, the Outstanding Senior, and the Literacy Teacher of the Year.

• Approval of Rodney B. Cox Elementary School Turnaround Option Plan (TOP 2) and agreement with MGT
• Adoption of 16 new computer science courses for 2025-2026 (Foundations of Computer Science K-5, cybersecurity, digital literacy, etc.)
• Approval of field trips: WCHS Band to Washington DC (March 27-31) and HHS AICE Marine Science kayak trip to Weeki Wachee
• Approval of disciplinary reassignments (Attachment A and B) for students changing placement
• Approval of minutes from December 17, 2024 regular meeting

The board approved the minutes from December 17, 2024, and passed a comprehensive consent agenda covering personnel, construction, and financial items. Additionally, the board approved member renewals for the Penny for Pasco Oversight Committee for 2025/2026.

• Approved Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel recommendations, course adoptions, and construction contracts (5-0)
• Approved Member Renewal 2025/2026 for Penny for Pasco Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Approved Pasco High School architectural and CM services contract amendments (via consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of real property for Tower Road Force Main Extension (via consent agenda)