Hillsborough County Public Schools public meetings in 2023
41 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to discuss and decide on several academic service contracts. Key items include the purchase of decodable libraries for early literacy and an expenditure increase for technical services with the University of Florida.
- RFP #23080-EST-IV: $2.2 million for Benchmark Education LLC Decodable Fluency Builders and Passage books for Grades K-2
- Increase in expenditures for Sole Source #22304-ATS-IV Agreement for Technical Services with the University of Florida Board of Trustees
School Board Recognition Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is holding a recognition meeting to honor student achievements. The body will recognize state and regional champions in athletics, STEM, and history competitions.
- Recognition of 2023-2024 Middle School and FHSAA State Champions in basketball, volleyball, cross country, golf, and swimming
- Recognition of 2023 Invention Convention Americas winners Lillian Long (Clark Elementary) and Mahi Patel (Chiles Elementary)
- Recognition of state-level winners in National History Day competitions from Strawberry Crest High School and Williams Middle School
- Recognition of Katie Said (Strawberry Crest High School) as the first place winner of the Tampa History Project Art Contest
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to review a consent agenda including personnel matters and a sole-source purchase for teacher training. The proposed training aims to improve reading outcomes for middle school students in the Spoto High School feeder pattern.
- Sole Source #23163-SSD-RC: $67,220 purchase from Lexia Learning Systems LLC for Lexia LETRS professional learning
- Personnel Consent Agenda for Human Resources actions
- Proposed literacy training for teachers at Dowdell, Giunta, Mann, and McLane middle schools
Reorganization School Board Meeting
The School Board is meeting to conduct reorganization business and review a consent agenda. The board will consider several proclamations and a technical services agreement for a grant project.
- Agreement for Technical Services #23223-ATS-IV with Indikus Evaluation & Planning for the Title IV Grant Project
- Proclamation for Native American and Alaskan Native Heritage Month, November 2023
- Proclamation for American Education Week, November 13-17, 2023
- Proclamation for National Education Support Professionals Day, November 15, 2023
School Board Workshop
The School Board of Hillsborough County is holding a workshop to continue a policy review that began on October 24, 2023. This is an information-only session with no financial impact listed.
- Continuation of School Board policy review
Special Called School Board Meeting
The School Board is meeting to review and potentially approve negotiated economic salary proposals and contract language for the 2023-2024 school year. These proposals cover instructional employees, educational support professionals, and administrators.
- Instructional Employees salary proposal: ~$40,021,549 recurring and $5,087,604 non-recurring expense
- Educational Support Professional salary proposal: ~$8,201,577 recurring and $15,757 non-recurring expense
- Instructional Salary Schedule top increase from $68,000 to $72,490
- Administrator proposal: one level of recurring movement and a $2,500 one-time payment for those at the top of salary schedules
- Transfer of approximately 875 employees to the Student Services Salary Schedule
School Board Workshop
The School Board of Hillsborough County will hold a workshop to review and discuss proposed revisions to school board policies. No specific policy changes or financial impacts were detailed in the agenda.
- Review and discussion of proposed School Board policy revisions
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board is meeting to adopt several proclamations and an addendum to the K-12 activities calendar. The session includes a public comment period and a dedicated time for employee input.
- Adoption of Proclamation for National Principals Month (October 16-23, 2023)
- Adoption of Proclamation for National School Bus Safety Week (October 16-20, 2023)
- Recognition of LGBTQ+ History Month (October 2023)
- Approval of addendum to the Academic Services K-12 Activities Calendar for 2023-2024 regarding Science and STEM activities
School Board Workshop
The School Board is holding an informational workshop regarding long range school planning and development tracking. The session aims to provide the Board and public with background on school siting and the future use of surplus property.
- Information session on school siting and future use of property
- Discussion of long range school planning and development tracking
- Review of surplus property and related district operations
School Board Workshop
The School Board is holding a workshop to receive information regarding district transportation operations and practices. This includes an update from the Hillsborough Transportation Planning Organization and a review of legal mandates.
- Information update on transportation operations and practices
- Update from Hillsborough Transportation Planning Organization
- Review of legal mandates for transportation
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to approve the 2023-2024 K-12 Activities Calendar and the annual Professional Learning Catalog. The board is also considering an expenditure increase for an interactive playground bundle.
- Approval of the Academic Services K-12 Activities Calendar for the 2023-2024 school year
- Approval of the Professional Learning Catalog and annual update letter to the FLDOE Commissioner
- Proposed increase in expenditures for ITB #22122-EST-IV Total Performance Services LLC (PowerUP EDU Interactive Playground Bundle)
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to discuss a consent agenda including two proclamations. The board will consider recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month and the Start with Hello Call to Action Week.
- Adoption of Proclamation for National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 - Oct 15, 2023)
- Adoption of Proclamation for Start with Hello Call to Action Week (Sept 18 - Sept 22, 2023)
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to review recognitions and a consent agenda. The primary action item is the purchase of ACT exams for seniors and select juniors to help them meet graduation benchmarks.
- Proposed $350,000 purchase of ACT exams for the 2023-2024 school year
- Recognition of Florida Department of Education 2023 Commissioner's Business Partner Recognition Award recipients
- Recognition of the 'Adopt a Hillsborough Teacher' initiative
- Recognition of Keensha Parham for contributions to H.A.B.S.E and the Black History Brainbowl
School Board Workshop
The School Board is holding a workshop to review current library materials collection management procedures. The discussion focuses on the impacts and implications of 2023 legislation to ensure the district meets legal requirements.
- Review of library materials collection management procedures
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to review a consent agenda including academic service contracts. The board is deciding on the renewal of a student survey platform and the purchase of a game-based learning subscription.
- Proposed $362,500 service order with Panorama Education, Inc. for Life Skills Student Survey platform and professional development
- Proposed purchase of an online game-based learning platform subscription for grades K-8 from Legends of Learning, Inc.
School Board Workshop
The School Board of Hillsborough County is holding a workshop to review and discuss proposed revisions to school board policies. This is an information-only session led by the Chief of Staff.
- Review and discussion of proposed school board policy revisions
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to review a consent agenda. Key items include a software agreement for technical and adult education and a bid for new orchestral instruments.
- Proposed $116,424 contract with Vision Computer Programming Services, Inc. for the Consolidated Campus Information System
- Proposed $146,085 bid from The Violin Shop Inc. for bass and cello musical instruments
- Public comment period allowing speakers three minutes each
Regular School Board Meeting
The Hillsborough County School Board is meeting to review a consent agenda and recognitions. The board will consider approving a sole source purchase for IT instructional materials and testing vouchers to support Career and Technical Education students.
- Proposed $300,000 sole source purchase for CompTIA testing vouchers and instructional materials
- Adoption of Proclamation for National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, July 2023
Special Called School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to discuss and approve the timeline for a Superintendent search. The board will also consider the employment contract for an Interim Superintendent.
- Superintendent search and timeline
- Interim Superintendent contract for Van Ayres
- 90 Day Consulting Agreement (WITHDRAWN)
Special Called School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is holding a special called meeting to discuss and vote on the appointment of an interim superintendent.
- Appointment of the Interim Superintendent
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to review a multi-year partnership agreement for college and career readiness. The board is also considering several proclamations and athletic recognitions.
- District Partnership Agreement for College and Career Readiness with the College Board for 2023-2026 school years
- Proclamation for Juneteenth National Independence Day, June 19, 2023
- Proclamation of LGBTQ+ Pride Month for June 2023
- Recognition of 2022-2023 FHSAA State Champions for baseball, flag football, and track and field
School Board Workshop
The School Board will hold a workshop to review the impact and implementation of legislative provisions from the 2023 session. Staff will discuss policy changes and the operational and fiscal impacts these bills have on the district, students, families, and educators.
- Review of 2023 Legislative Session provisions
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to recognize student achievements and review a consent agenda. A primary item is the renewal of an implementation agreement with the AVID Center for membership, curriculum, and professional learning for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Renewal of Implementation Agreement with Center for Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) for 96 school sites
- Recognition of Suchi Patel (Middleton High School) for winning the Congressional App Challenge Award
- Recognition of seven students with perfect attendance from kindergarten through twelfth grade
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to consider several ceremonial proclamations. The board will discuss recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week, National Mental Health Awareness Month, and National School Nurse Day.
- Adoption of Proclamation for Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8-12, 2023) and National Teacher Day (May 9, 2023)
- Adoption of Proclamation for National Mental Health Awareness Month (May 2023)
- Adoption of Proclamation for National School Nurse Day (May 10, 2023)
School Board Recognition Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to recognize athletic champions and community partners. The board will discuss and act upon recognitions for local individuals and organizations that have supported district schools.
- Recognition of 2022-2023 Middle School and FHSAA State Champions in track, soccer, cheerleading, wrestling, and tennis
- Recognition of Yerusha Bunag of Idlewild Baptist Church, which contributed over $100,000 to Transformation Network Schools in three years
- Recognition of Master Deputies Stephanie Krager, Clarissa Brady, and John Footman of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt three proclamations for April 2023. The items are listed on the consent agenda for board approval.
- Proclamation for National School Library Month, April 2023
- Proclamation for El Día de los Niños Day, Celebrating Young Americans Day, April 30, 2023
- Proclamation for National Child Abuse Prevention Month, April 2023
School Board Recognition Meeting
The School Board is holding a recognition meeting to honor employees with continuous years of service and celebrate various student and staff achievements. The meeting includes acknowledgments of grant recipients and academic competition winners.
- Recognition of 11,097 employees with 10 to 50 years of service, with a $12,000 cost for pins
- Award of $500 in wellness funds from Humana to Sickles High School
- Recognition of HPSA grants including $2,000 event grants for Brandon High and Potter Elementary
- Recognition of HPSA $1,000 startup grants for Brandon High, Broward, Corr, Edison, Gibsonton, and Tampa Bay Technical High
- Recognition of the 7th Annual HABSE Black History Brain Bowl 2023 champions
School Board Workshop
The School Board is holding a workshop to review current and future technology utilization within the district. The session aims to provide leadership with an understanding of technology needs to inform decisions on the expenditure of district resources.
- Review of Technology Strategic Plan
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to discuss a consent agenda. The board is considering the adoption of three proclamations recognizing specific awareness months and community service.
- Proclamation for Intellectual Disabilities Acceptance Month, March 2023
- Proclamation for National Volunteer Month, April 2023
- Proclamation for Autism Spectrum Disorders Acceptance Month, April 2023
Special Called School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is holding a special called meeting to discuss a district-level decision. The discussion concerns the reconsideration of challenged material titled 'This Book is Gay' by Juno Dawson.
- Discussion of appeal regarding challenged material: 'This Book is Gay' by Juno Dawson
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to consider a personnel consent agenda and administrative transfers. The board will also review a request for a student field trip to Georgia.
- Personnel Consent Agenda including appointments, terminations, and job descriptions
- Administrative appointments and transfers recommended by the Superintendent
- Field trip for 85 Barrington Middle School chorus students to the Southern Star Music Festival in Austell, Georgia (April 14-16, 2023)
School Board Workshop
The School Board of Hillsborough County is holding a workshop to discuss districtwide boundary changes. This is an information session focused on operations.
- Districtwide Boundary Change Discussion
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to recognize a local business partner and adopt several proclamations for March 2023. The board will also handle standard procedural items and hear public comment.
- Recognition of Caspers Company for providing $750,000 in food coupons in 2021
- Proposed adoption of Music in Our Schools Month proclamation
- Proposed adoption of Youth Art Month proclamation
- Proposed adoption of Theatre in Our Schools Month proclamation
- Proposed adoption of National Social Work Month proclamation
Special Called School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is holding a special called meeting to discuss and take action on the first reading of proposed boundary adjustments for school operations.
- 1st Reading of the Proposed Boundary Adjustments (Operations)
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to review a proclamation for Black History Month and approve grant applications for the Department of Career, Technical, and Adult Education. The board will decide whether to authorize the submission and acceptance of various federal and state grants through July 31, 2024.
- Approval of grant applications for Career, Technical, and Adult Education (CTAE) totaling approximately $9,820,813
- Adoption of the Black History Month February 2023 Proclamation
- Federal Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Secondary Grant ($2,293,790)
- Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education (AGE) Grant ($2,135,190)
- Open Door Grant Program ($1,716,837)
School Board Workshop
The School Board is holding a special called workshop to review the Superintendent's recommendations for districtwide boundary changes. This is an information session to discuss operational adjustments to school boundaries.
- Review of Superintendent's districtwide boundary change recommendations
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to discuss and decide on items related to Career and Technical Education (CTE). This includes the adoption of a proclamation for CTE Month and the approval of a calendar for student activities.
- Adoption of Proclamation for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, February 2023
- Approval of the 2023 CTE Activities Calendar for events between February 10, 2023, and December 16, 2023
- Proposed cost of $185,000 for 2022-23 CTE activities
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to conduct regular business and review consent agenda items. The board is asked to adopt proclamations recognizing National School Counseling Week and Student Services Week.
- Adoption of proclamation for National School Counseling Week (February 6-10, 2023)
- Adoption of proclamation for Student Services Week (February 6-10, 2023)
School Board Workshop
The School Board will review a possible revision to the Racial Equity Policy following a directive from the Florida Department of Education. Members will also discuss the costs of legal services and the potential for establishing in-house legal counsel.
- Proposed revision to School Board policy 2260.03 Racial Equity Policy
- Update on the LGBTQ+ Critical Resource & Support Guide for Staff
- Review of 3-year cost trends for legal services
- Review of costs to establish in-house legal counsel
Special Called School Board Hearing
The Hillsborough County School Board is holding a special hearing to discuss a hearing officer's recommendation. This follows petitions objecting to the approval of Reproductive Health and Disease Materials for 7th grade science, 8th grade physical education, and 9th grade health curricula.
- Discussion of hearing officer's recommendation regarding petitions objecting to Reproductive Health and Disease Materials
Regular School Board Meeting
The School Board of Hillsborough County is meeting to discuss a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month and two affiliation agreements with the Department of Veterans Affairs. These agreements would provide onsite clinical training for students in Practical Nursing and Medical Billing and Coding programs.
- Proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month, January 2023
- Affiliation Agreement with the VA for Practical Nursing (2022-2023 school year)
- Affiliation Agreement with the VA for Medical Billing and Coding (2022-2023 school year)