Orange County Public Schools public meetings in 2021

Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The board held a public hearing and considered several actions, including a proclamation for National Mentoring Month in January 2022, an update on the strategic plan Business Roundtables, and a reapportionment presentation with a vote on new school board district boundaries. Board members approved Map 16 and the accompanying resolution establishing new district boundaries based on 2020 Census data. The board also approved revisions to four board policies: GCQF (suspension and dismissal of professional staff), GDQD (suspension and dismissal of support staff), IA (Student Progression Plan 2021‑2022), and IHAM (Local School Wellness).

• Proclamation of January 2022 as National Mentoring Month
• Approval of Map 16 and resolution for new school board district boundaries
• Revision and approval of Board Policy GCQF – Suspension and Dismissal of Professional Staff
• Revision and approval of Board Policy GDQD – Suspension and Dismissal of Support Staff
• Revision and approval of Board Policy IA – Student Progression Plan 2021‑2022

The Board approved Reapportionment Advisory Committee Map 16 and updated policies regarding staff dismissal, student progression, and school wellness. Several consent items were passed, including student expulsions, construction contracts, and a capital outlay budget amendment.

• Approved Reapportionment Advisory Committee Map 16 (8-0)
• Approved revised Board Policy GCQF for professional staff suspension and dismissal (8-0)
• Approved revised Board Policy GDQD for support staff suspension and dismissal (8-0)
• Approved revised Board Policy IA Student Progression Plan 2021-2022 (8-0)
• Approved revised Board Policy IHAM Local School Wellness (8-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment #1 to the FY 2021-2022 Capital Outlay Budget (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions for Positive Pathways Transition Center and Wekiva High School (8-0)
• Approved construction management services for Colonial High School Comprehensive Project (8-0)

School Board Work Session, 1:00 PM

The Orange County School Board holds a work session primarily to discuss an audit of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) programs. Items include review of audit reports on ESE IEP processes, professional development, and classified professionals, along with management responses. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the session is informational.

• Discussion of ESE audit, including reports on IEP process, professional development, and classified professionals

Rule Development Workshop, 1:00 PM

Orange County Public Schools holds a rule development workshop to discuss proposed revisions to four policies: suspension and dismissal of professional staff (GCQF), suspension and dismissal of support staff (GDQD), the 2021-2022 Student Progression Plan (IA), and the Local School Wellness policy (IHAM). No decisions are made; the meeting is for discussion and feedback.

• Discussion of School Board Policy GCQF - Suspension and Dismissal of Professional Staff
• Discussion of School Board Policy GDQD - Suspension and Dismissal of Support Staff
• Discussion of School Board Policy IA - Student Progression Plan 2021-2022
• Discussion of School Board Policy IHAM - Local School Wellness

School Board Reorganization Meeting 3:00 pm

The Orange County School Board held a reorganization meeting, electing a new vice chair and approving the schedule for the 2021-22 school year meetings. The board also approved officers for the Leasing Corporation and voted to rename the Magic Way Facility to the John Morris Facilities Complex, at an estimated cost of $1,500 for signage.

• Election of Melissa Byrd as vice chairman of the School Board of Orange County, Florida
• Approval of establishment of dates for 2021-22 School Board meetings, typically held on second and fourth Tuesdays
• Approval of officers to the Orange County School Board Leasing Corporation for lease financing of school facilities
• Renaming of Magic Way Facility to John Morris Facilities Complex with a fiscal impact of $1,500

The School Board held a reorganization meeting to elect leadership and set the 2021-22 meeting schedule. The board also approved officers for the Leasing Corporation and renamed a district facility.

• Elected Melissa Byrd as Vice Chairman (8-0)
• Approved the 2021-22 School Board meeting dates (8-0)
• Approved officers for the Orange County School Board Leasing Corporation (8-0)
• Approved renaming the Magic Way Facility to the John Morris Facilities Complex (8-0)

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County School Board is meeting to consider routine personnel actions including appointments, terminations, and salary schedules for November 9, 2021. The board will also vote on proclamations for Holocaust Education Week, National Philanthropy Week, American Education Week, and National Education Support Professionals Day. No public hearings or major policy decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists primarily of ceremonial and consent items.

• Request approval of personnel agenda including designation/creation of positions, salary schedules, appointments, reappointments, and terminations
• Proclaim Nov. 8-12, 2021 as Holocaust Education Week in Orange County Public Schools
• Proclaim Nov. 15-19, 2021 as National Philanthropy Week in Orange County Public Schools
• Proclaim Nov. 15-19, 2021 as American Education Week in Orange County Public Schools
• Proclaim Nov. 17, 2021 as National Education Support Professionals Day

The School Board approved a series of consent items including personnel changes, student expulsions, and grant documents. The board also authorized construction management for HVAC renewal and architectural services for Colonial High School. Financial statements and several legal settlement agreements were approved.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated November 9, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved grant-related documents (8-0)
• Approved write-off of postsecondary student fees (8-0)
• Approved MOU with CareerSource Central Florida for Orange Technical College training (8-0)
• Approved construction management for Seven Site HVAC System Capital Renewal Project (8-0)
• Approved architectural and engineering services for Colonial High School Comprehensive Project (8-0)
• Approved settlement agreements with Justin and Erin Rison and Jennifer Wojcik (8-0)

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The board will vote on several ceremonial proclamations, including Red Ribbon Week, National First Responders Day, Florida Family Engagement Month, Native American Heritage Month, Week of the Family, National School Psychology Awareness Week, and National Apprenticeship Week. No fiscal impact is noted for any of these items. The meeting also includes public comment guidelines and recognitions.

• Proclaim Oct. 23-31, 2021 as Red Ribbon Week
• Proclaim Oct. 28, 2021 as National First Responders Day
• Proclaim November 2021 as Florida Family Engagement Month
• Proclaim November 2021 as Native American Heritage Month
• Proclaim Nov. 15-21, 2021 as National Apprenticeship Week

The Board approved the October 26 personnel agenda, procurement recommendations, and several construction projects including a five-year work plan. Student expulsions and grant-related documents were also approved. The Superintendent noted that a face mask direction would be announced on October 28.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated October 26, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved expulsion of a student from Hunter’s Creek Middle School through April 4, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions in conjunction with waivers and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved grant-related documents (8-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations for October 26, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved architectural and engineering services for Seven Site HVAC System Capital Renewal Project (8-0)
• Approved Phase III construction documents for Water Spring Middle School relief project (8-0)
• Approved tentative 2021-2022 Five Year Work Plan (8-0)

Work Session, 1:00 PM

The Orange County Public Schools Board holds a work session to discuss three proposed policies: suspension and dismissal of professional staff, suspension and dismissal of support staff, and school volunteer rules. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of School Board Policy GCQF – Suspension and Dismissal of Professional Staff
• Discussion of School Board Policy GDQD – Suspension and Dismissal of Support Staff
• Discussion of School Board Policy IJOC – School Volunteers

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The school board will vote on the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms, setting the district's advocacy priorities. It will also approve a personnel agenda including appointments, reappointments, and terminations. Additionally, the board will recognize several ceremonial proclamations, such as White Cane Awareness Day and Safe Schools Week. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms
• Approval of the personnel agenda for October 12, 2021, including designations and terminations
• Proclamation of Oct. 15, 2021, as White Cane Awareness Day
• Proclamation of Oct. 17-23, 2021, as America’s Safe Schools Week
• Proclamation of Oct. 18-22, 2021, as School Bus Safety Week

The School Board approved a series of consent items including personnel appointments, student expulsions, and financial reports. A clinical training agreement with Orlando Health Inc. was approved for health occupations students.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated October 12, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Professional Learning Catalog annual update (8-0)
• Approved expulsion of a Lake Buena Vista High School student (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions involving waivers and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved grant-related documents (8-0)
• Approved clinical training agreement with Orlando Health Inc. (8-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations dated October 12, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved financial statements ending July 31, 2021 and investment report ending June 30, 2021 (8-0)

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The School Board of Orange County Public Schools is meeting to consider several ceremonial proclamations designating October as various awareness months. No substantive business or financial impacts are on the agenda.

• Proclaim October 2021 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Proclaim October 2021 as Cybersecurity Awareness Month
• Proclaim October 2021 as LGBTQ+ Awareness Month
• Proclaim October 2021 as National Bullying Prevention Month
• Proclaim Oct. 1-16, 2021 as Disability History and Awareness Weeks

The School Board approved the September 28, 2021 personnel agenda and several construction-related items. The board also authorized architectural and construction management services for a middle school relief project in the South Lake Nona Area.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated September 28, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved grant-related documents (8-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations for September 28, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved Fixed Asset Deletion and Restoration Report (8-0)
• Approved Certificate of Final Inspection for Acceleration West Comprehensive Project (8-0)
• Approved architectural and construction management services for Site 129-M-SE-2 South Lake Nona Area Middle School Relief Project (8-0)
• Approved Concurrency Mitigation Agreements and Multi Family Affordable Housing Developer’s Agreement for Impact Fee Exemption (8-0)

Work Session, 1:00 PM

The Orange County School Board holds a work session to discuss revisions to several board governance policies covering elections, meetings, public input, officers, executive sessions, and board member insurance. No votes are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of School Board Policy B - School Board Governance
• Discussion of School Board Policy BBBG - Board Elections
• Discussion of School Board Policy BEDH - Public Input at School Board Meetings
• Discussion of School Board Policy BEC - Executive Session
• Discussion of School Board Policy BIE - Board Members Insurance Liability

Budget Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 5:01 PM

The Orange County School Board holds a public hearing to adopt the final millage rate for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The proposed millage is 1.31% below the calculated rolled-back rate. The board also considers several proclamations and other routine items.

• Adoption of millage to support 2021-22 final budget (1.31% below rolled-back rate)
• Proclaim September 2021 as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month
• Proclaim Sept. 15–Oct. 15, 2021 as National Hispanic Heritage Month
• Proclaim Sept. 17, 2021 as Constitution Day and Sept. 20–24 as Celebrate Freedom Week
• Proclaim Sept. 20–24, 2021 as Start With Hello Week

The School Board unanimously approved the 2021-22 final budget and the millage rate to support it. The board also approved the 2022 State Legislative Platform and various personnel and procurement items.

• Approved adoption of millage to support 2021-22 Final Budget (8-0)
• Approved adoption of the 2021-22 Final Budget (8-0)
• Approved 2022 State Legislative Platform (8-0)
• Approved Personnel Agenda dated September 14, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and district behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved revisions to Special Programs and Procedures Document for 2020-2021 (8-0)
• Approved September 14, 2021 procurement recommendations (8-0)
• Approved architectural and construction management services for East River and Lake Nona High Schools HVAC project (8-0)

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County School Board will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of the Orange Education Support Professionals Association (OESPA) contract for 2021-22 bonuses and insurance changes, the personnel agenda with appointments and terminations, and a three-year agreement with UCF for student teaching and internships. The board also plans to proclaim September 2021 as National PTA Membership Month and receive a strategic plan update on social and emotional learning. All consent items were previously approved with a unanimous vote.

• Approval of OESPA 2021-22 contract for bonuses, insurance, and contract language changes for classified employees
• Approval of personnel agenda including appointments, terminations, salary schedules, and position designations
• Three-year agreement with UCF Allied Health Programs for student teaching and internship experiences
• Proclamation of September 2021 as National PTA Membership Month
• Approval of 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms

Work Session, 10:00 AM

This is a work session of the Orange County Public Schools board. The main topics are COVID-19 procedures and related data, with discussion led by the superintendent. No formal votes are scheduled; the session focuses on information and protocol.

• Review of work session protocol
• Discussion of COVID-19 procedures and data
• Superintendent's comments on current topics

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County School Board conducted a meeting on August 10, 2021. It approved several consent agenda items, including the personnel agenda, student expulsions, grant-related documents, and the 2021-2022 Turnaround School Supplemental Services Allocation (TSSSA) plan, which includes $199,420 for Wheatley Elementary. The board also approved the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms. No public hearings were held.

• Approval of personnel agenda dated August 10, 2021, including positions, salary schedules, appointments, and terminations
• Approval of expulsion of students in conjunction with waivers of out-of-school expulsion and district behavior contracts
• Approval of grant-related documents
• Approval of 2021-2022 TSSSA plans, with $199,420 allocated to Wheatley Elementary
• Approval of 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms

The School Board approved several consent items, including personnel appointments, student expulsions, and grant documents. Key approvals included construction management services for two middle school projects and a radio enhancement project for three high schools.

• Approved Personnel Agenda for August 10, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved grant-related documents (8-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Turnaround School Supplemental Services Allocation Plans (8-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations for August 10, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved construction management for Lakeview Middle School Comprehensive Project (8-0)
• Approved construction management for Howard Middle School Comprehensive Project (8-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 02 for radio enhancement at Evans, Lake Nona, and Oak Ridge High Schools (8-0)

Special School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

This is a special meeting of the Orange County Public Schools Board. The sole action item is approval of revisions to School Board Policy JIC, the Code of Student Conduct, which updates student behavior procedures and incorporates legislative changes. No fiscal impact is reported.

• Request to approve revisions to School Board Policy JIC – Code of Student Conduct

The School Board met to review and vote on a single non-consent item. The board approved revisions to the Code of Student Conduct policy.

• Approved revisions to School Board Policy JIC - Code of Student Conduct (8-0)

Budget Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 5:01 PM

The Orange County School Board voted to adopt a total millage rate of 6.737 mills to support the 2021-22 tentative budget, a decrease from the prior year's 6.857 mills. The board also approved a tentative budget totaling $4.53 billion across all funds and set September 14, 2021 for a final public hearing and adoption. The meeting included a public hearing as required by Florida law.

• Adopted total millage of 6.737 mills (Required Local Effort 3.489, Basic Discretionary 0.748, Additional Voted 1.000, Capital Improvement 1.500)
• Approved 2021-22 Tentative Budget: General Fund $2.32 billion, Capital Projects $1.41 billion, Debt Service $229.3 million, Special Revenue $227.8 million, Internal Service $343.3 million
• Set final budget public hearing for September 14, 2021 at 5:01 PM at Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center
• Approved the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms under consent agenda
• Approved personnel agenda including position designations, appointments, and terminations

The School Board approved the adoption of the millage and the tentative budget for the 2021-22 school year. The board also approved several consent items including personnel changes, student expulsions, and grant documents.

• Approved adoption of millage to support 2021-22 tentative budget (8-0)
• Approved adoption of the 2021-22 tentative budget (8-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including positions, salary schedules, and appointments (8-0)
• Approved updated emergency compensation guidelines (8-0)
• Approved student expulsion for Apopka High School through May 17, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved community based vocational education agreement with University of Central Florida (8-0)
• Approved donation of fixed assets to Valencia College Fire Institute (8-0)
• Approved Sandra Fatmi-Hall as Alternate Citizen Member for the Value Adjustment Board (8-0)

Rule Development Workshop, 10:00 AM

This is a rule development workshop where the Orange County Public Schools board will discuss proposed amendments to School Board Policy JIC, the Code of Student Conduct. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and input.

• Discussion of proposed amendments to the Code of Student Conduct (Policy JIC)

Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County Public Schools Board held a public hearing and considered several consent items. Members voted to adopt revisions to the Board Policy on disease prevention and face coverings. The board also approved the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms, a personnel agenda covering new positions and salary schedules, student expulsions with waivers, and grant‑related documents.

• Approve revisions to School Board Policy EBBA – Disease Prevention; Face Coverings
• Approve the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms (consent agenda)
• Approve the Personnel Agenda dated July 13, 2021 (designations, qualifications, salaries, appointments)
• Approve expulsions of students with waivers of out‑of‑school expulsion and district behavior contracts
• Approve grant‑related documents

The School Board approved revisions to the disease prevention and face coverings policy. The board also authorized a one-time bonus for all classified employees in benefited positions and approved several construction and personnel items.

• Approved revisions to School Board Policy EBBA - Disease Prevention; Face Coverings (6-1)
• Approved one-time bonus for all OCPS classified employees in benefited positions (7-0)
• Approved Personnel Agenda dated July 13, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (7-0)
• Approved grant-related documents (7-0)
• Approved address changes for Prosperitas Leadership Academy and UCP West Orange Charter School (7-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations for July 13, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved construction management for HVAC projects at five sites, Wekiva High, and West Orange High (7-0)

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County Public Schools Board will vote on several consent items, including the approval of the 2021‑22 Board of Directors for its Foundation, the Personnel Agenda covering new positions and salary schedules, and multiple student expulsion requests. A Cognia accreditation update will be presented as part of the strategic plan report. The meeting also includes a public comment period and routine approvals of the consent agenda.

• Approve the 2021‑22 Board of Directors for the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools
• Approve the Personnel Agenda dated June 22, 2021, covering new positions, qualifications, and salary schedules
• Approve the expulsion of a student at ISC/Palmetto Elementary School for the remainder of 2020‑21 and through April 18, 2022
• Approve expulsions of students under waivers of out‑of‑school expulsion and district behavior contracts
• Strategic Plan Update: Cognia Accreditation Presentation by Jennifer Sasser

The School Board approved a series of consent items including personnel appointments, grant documents, and architectural services for several school projects. The board also voted on student expulsions and appointed representatives to the Florida School Boards Association.

• Approved 2021-22 Board of Directors for the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools
• Approved Personnel Agenda dated June 22, 2021
• Approved expulsion of a student from ISC/Palmetto Elementary through April 18, 2022
• Approved renewal of Mental Health Allocation Plan for 2021-2022
• Approved architectural and engineering services for HVAC projects at five sites, Wekiva High, and West Orange High
• Approved architectural and engineering services for Lakeview Middle and Howard Middle comprehensive projects
• Appointed Angie Gallo as FSBA Advocacy representative and Johanna Lopez as alternate
• Approved expulsion of a student at Horizon West MS in conjunction with waivers and behavior contracts

Rule Development Workshop, 1:00 PM

The Orange County Public Schools board is holding a rule development workshop to discuss proposed revisions to School Board Policy EBBA on disease prevention and face coverings, following state guidelines. This is a discussion item only, with no decision expected at this workshop.

• Discussion of School Board Policy EBBA - Disease Prevention; Face Coverings (proposed revisions following state guidelines)

Work Session, 10:00 AM

The Orange County Public Schools Board will hold a work session covering a legislative update and the 2022 operating budget, including ESSER federal stimulus funds. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Legislative update presentation
• 2022 operating budget work session
• ESSER federal stimulus work session presentation
• Work session protocol review

Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County School Board held public hearings and approved revisions to three policies: student assignment (JCA), code of student conduct (JIC), and threats (JICK). The board also proclaimed June 2021 as LGBTQ+ Pride and Pulse Remembrance Month and June 19 as Juneteenth Day. Consent items including legislative platforms and personnel actions were approved.

• Public hearing and approval of revised Board Policy JCA - Assignment of Students to School (unanimous)
• Public hearing and approval of revised Board Policy JIC - Code of Student Conduct (unanimous)
• Public hearing and approval of revised Board Policy JICK - Threats (unanimous)
• Proclamation of June 2021 as LGBTQ+ Pride and Pulse Remembrance Month
• Proclamation of June 19, 2021 as Juneteenth Day

The School Board approved revisions to policies regarding student school assignments, the Code of Student Conduct, and threats. The board also approved several consent items including personnel appointments, student expulsions, and construction management services.

• Approved Revised Board Policy JCA - Assignment of Students to School (8-0)
• Approved Revised Board Policy JIC - Code of Student Conduct (8-0)
• Approved Revised Board Policy JICK - Threats (8-0)
• Approved Personnel Agenda dated June 8, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved clinical training agreements with AdventHealth University and Terra Vista Rehab and Health Center (8-0)
• Approved construction management for Apopka High and Ocoee High renewal projects (8-0)
• Approved expenditures from July 1 until the tentative budget becomes official (8-0)

Work Session, 1:00 PM

The School Board is holding a work session to discuss proposed revisions to School Board Policy EBBA regarding disease prevention and face coverings. These revisions follow state guidelines.

• Proposed revisions to School Board Policy EBBA - Disease Prevention; Face Coverings

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The School Board of Orange County approved several consent agenda items, including the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms, the May 25 personnel agenda covering appointments and terminations, and student expulsions with behavior contracts. The board also authorized grant-related documents and a cooperative agreement with the Department of Juvenile Justice for the Orange Regional Juvenile Detention Center. All items passed unanimously with 8 yea votes.

• Approval of 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms
• Approval of Personnel Agenda dated May 25, 2021 (positions, salary schedules, appointments, terminations)
• Approval of student expulsions with waivers and behavior contracts
• Approval of grant-related documents with positive fiscal impact
• Approval of cooperative agreement with Department of Juvenile Justice, Orange Regional Juvenile Detention Center

The School Board approved a series of consent items including personnel appointments, student expulsions, and various school construction projects. The board also authorized cooperative agreements with the Department of Juvenile Justice.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated May 25, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved cooperative agreements with DJJ Orange Regional Juvenile Detention Center and Orange Youth Academy (8-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations for May 25, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved financial statements ending March 31, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved construction services for Innovation Way Northway Area High School Relief Project (8-0)
• Approved capital renewal projects for Apopka High School and Ocoee High School (8-0)
• Approved utility easement for Lake Nona Middle School and real estate amendment for Wymore Road Hungerford Prep (8-0)

Rule Development Workshop, 1:00 PM

The Orange County School Board is holding a rule development workshop to discuss proposed changes to three policies: student assignment, the code of student conduct, and threats. No votes or decisions will be made; the workshop is for discussion only.

• Discussion of School Board Policy JCA – Assignment of Students to School
• Discussion of School Board Policy JIC – Code of Student Conduct (2021-22 update)
• Discussion of School Board Policy JICK – Threats

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County Public Schools Board held its regular meeting, opened with public comment, and proclaimed May 2021 as Haitian Heritage Month. The board approved the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms and a personnel agenda covering new positions and salary schedules. It also approved expulsions for two students, one from DM/Renaissance Charter School at Goldenrod and another from AH/Evans High School, for the remainder of the 2020‑2021 school year and into 2021‑2022.

• Proclamation of May 2021 as Haitian Heritage Month in Orange County Public Schools
• Approval of the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms (consent agenda)
• Approval of the Personnel Agenda dated May 11, 2021 – new positions, qualifications, salary schedules
• Approval of expulsion of a student from DM/Renaissance Charter School at Goldenrod through March 10, 2022
• Approval of expulsion of a student from AH/Evans High School through March 25, 2022

The School Board approved several construction documents for elementary school relief projects and the Winter Park High School Comprehensive Project. The board also approved the May 11 personnel agenda and multiple student expulsions. Additionally, several Memorandums of Understanding and land donation agreements were approved.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated May 11, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsion for Renaissance Charter School at Goldenrod through March 10, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsion for Evans High School through March 25, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved architectural and construction management services for Winter Park High School Comprehensive Project (8-0)
• Approved Phase III construction documents for elementary school relief projects at Site 30-E-SE-3, Site 89-E-W-4, and Site 114-E-W-4 (8-0)
• Approved Design Amendment No. 5 for Olympia High School Capital Renewal Project (8-0)
• Approved MOUs for Eccleston Elementary and Jones High School with multiple partners including UCF and CHS (8-0)
• Approved donation of property at Lake Gem and Sun Blaze Elementary Schools as unnecessary for educational purposes (8-0)

Work Session, 1:00 PM

The Orange County Public Schools board is holding a work session to discuss facilities. No formal votes are expected; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of facilities (agenda item 4.01)

Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

This meeting is a public hearing and regular school board meeting. The board will consider proclamations designating April as Arab American Heritage Month and May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Better Hearing and Speech Month, Building Safety Month, Foster Care Awareness Month, and Internal Audit Awareness Month. No fiscal impact or action items are noted. The agenda is largely procedural and ceremonial.

• Proclaim April 2021 as National Arab American Heritage Month in OCPS
• Proclaim May 2021 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in OCPS
• Proclaim May 2021 as Better Hearing and Speech Month in OCPS
• Proclaim May 2021 as Building Safety Month in OCPS
• Proclaim May 2021 as National Foster Care Month in OCPS

The Board approved seven separate rezoning requests for various subdivisions and areas to take effect in August 2021 and August 2022. Additionally, the Board approved a personnel agenda, student expulsions, and various construction and financial items via consent.

• Approved rezoning for Hamilton Gardens Subdivision for August 2021 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for Sanctuary at Lakes of Windermere Subdivision for August 2021 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for 30-E-SE-3 for August 2022 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for 90-K8-N-7 for August 2022 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for 132-M-W-4 for August 2022 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for 89-E-W-4 for August 2022 (8-0)
• Approved rezoning for 114-E-W-4 for August 2022 (8-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including appointments and salary schedules (8-0)

Work Session, 10:00 AM

This work session of the Orange County Public Schools board includes discussion of mandatory electrocardiograms for student athletes and notes the withdrawal of the UCP TLA West charter application prior to the meeting.

• UCP TLA West charter application withdrawn by applicant
• Discussion of ECGs for student athletes
• Work session protocol review
• Superintendent's comments

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County School Board meets to consider consent agenda items including approval of personnel actions (hiring, appointments, terminations), student expulsions, and the 2021 state and federal legislative platforms. The board will also proclaim April 28 as Denim Day for sexual assault awareness. Public comment is available before the meeting.

• Proclaim April 28, 2021 as Denim Day in Orange County Public Schools
• Approve the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms
• Request approval of the Personnel Agenda including designations, salary schedules, appointments, reappointments, and terminations
• Expel a student from AS/Glenridge MS for remainder of 2020-21 and through February 4, 2022
• Expel multiple students in conjunction with waivers and district behavior contracts

The School Board approved several financial measures, including the sale of taxable refunding certificates and fee increases for extended day programs. The board also authorized construction services for Roberto Clemente Middle School and the Orange Technical College Winter Park Campus.

• Approved sale of taxable refunding certificates up to $160.25M and $85.75M (8-0)
• Approved extended day $2.00 registration fee and tuition increases for SY2021-2024 (8-0)
• Approved naming the Jones High School Media Center the 'Ronald O. Rogers Media Center' (8-0)
• Approved architectural and construction services for Roberto Clemente Middle School renewal (8-0)
• Approved architectural services for Orange Technical College Winter Park Campus replacement (8-0)
• Approved personnel agenda including appointments and salary schedules (8-0)
• Approved expulsion of a Glenridge MS student through February 4, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Victoria Laney (8-0)

Work Session, 1:00 PM

The Orange County Public Schools board holds a work session to discuss two charter applications from Mater Academy for a K-8 school and a high school in the Narcoossee area. No votes are scheduled; the session is for review and discussion of the proposals.

• Discussion of Mater Academy Narcoossee K-8 Charter Application
• Discussion of Mater Academy Narcoossee High School Charter Application

Rule Development Workshop, 1:00 PM

This is a Rule Development Workshop where the Orange County Public Schools board will discuss proposed rules for spring rezoning. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for gathering input and developing policy.

• Spring Rezoning topic for rule development

Work Session, 1:00 PM

This work session focuses on discussion of multiple school board policies covering governance, board elections, officers, meetings, executive session, public input, and board member insurance liability. The board will also receive an update on the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) audit plan.

• Discussion of School Board Policy B - School Board Governance
• Discussion of School Board Policy BBBG - Board Elections
• Discussion of School Board Policy BDC - Board Officers
• Discussion of School Board Policy BE - School Board Meetings
• Review of the ESE Audit Plan

Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County Public Schools Board will consider a request to approve the adoption of English Language Arts K‑5 instructional resources and materials. The meeting also includes proclamations designating April 2021 as Autism Awareness Month, School Library Media Month, and April 11‑17, 2021 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. A public comment period is provided at the start of the meeting for community input.

• Proclaim April 2021 as Autism Awareness Month in OCPS
• Proclaim April 2021 as School Library Media Month in OCPS
• Proclaim April 11‑17, 2021 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in OCPS
• Request approval of adoption of English Language Arts K‑5 textbook instructional resources and materials
• Public comment period (4:00‑4:30 p.m.) for community input

Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

This meeting of the Orange County School Board is primarily a public hearing and regular board meeting with several proclamations. The board will vote on resolutions to recognize Digital Learning Day, National Social Work Month, Purchasing Month, and Youth Visual and Performing Arts Month. No major policy changes or contracts are on the agenda; the meeting includes public comment periods and board recognitions.

• Proclamation for Digital Learning Day on February 25, 2021
• Proclamation for National Social Work Month in March 2021
• Proclamation for Purchasing Month in March 2021 (background notes $827 million in purchase orders for FY 2019-2020)
• Proclamation for Youth Visual and Performing Arts Month in March 2021
• Public comment period from 4:00-4:30 PM

The board approved the adoption of English Language Arts K-5 textbook instructional resources. Members also approved a personnel agenda, several student expulsions, and various operational and construction agreements.

• Approved English Language Arts K-5 Textbook Instructional Resources and Materials (8-0)
• Approved Personnel Agenda dated February 23, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved expulsion of five students from Wekiva High School and OCPS Academic Center for Excellence (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions in conjunction with waivers and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations for February 23, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved Municipal Inter-local Voluntary Cooperation Mutual Aid Agreement with multiple cities and UCF (8-0)
• Approved Operational Assistance and Voluntary Cooperation Mutual Aid Agreement with Orange County Sheriff’s Office (8-0)
• Approved architectural and engineering services for Three Points Elementary School Comprehensive Project (8-0)

Work Session, 1:00 PM

The Orange County Public Schools Board holds a work session to discuss revisions to several School Board policies, including governance (Policy B), board elections, officers, meetings, executive sessions, public input, and board member insurance liability. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of School Board Policy B - School Board Governance
• Discussion of School Board Policy BBBG - Board Elections
• Discussion of School Board Policy BDC - Board Officers
• Discussion of School Board Policy BE - School Board Meetings
• Discussion of School Board Policy BEDH - Public Input at School Board Meetings

School Board Meeting 4:45 PM

The Orange County School Board meeting on February 9, 2021, included proclamations for National PTA Founders' Day, National FFA Week, and Public Schools Week. The board voted to approve the consent agenda, which contained the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms, a personnel agenda covering appointments, terminations, and salary schedules, and student expulsions with waivers. Several agenda items were listed as 'NONE' indicating no action or report.

• Proclaim February 17, 2021 as National PTA Founders' Day in Orange County Public Schools
• Proclaim February 20-27, 2021 as National FFA Week in Orange County Public Schools
• Proclaim February 22-26, 2021 as Public Schools Week in Orange County Public Schools
• Approval of the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms (Consent item 4.01)
• Approval of Personnel Agenda (Feb 9, 2021) including positions to be filled, appointments, and terminations

The School Board approved several consent items, including the personnel agenda, student expulsions, and procurement recommendations. The board also approved a design amendment for the Orange Technical College Westside Campus Replacement Project and a revised Audit Advisory Committee Charter.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated February 9, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved grant-related documents (8-0)
• Approved 2020-21 School Improvement Plans and School Advisory Council rosters (8-0)
• Approved procurement recommendations for February 9, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved Design Amendment No. 4 for Orange Technical College, Westside Campus Replacement Project (8-0)
• Approved revised Audit Advisory Committee Charter (8-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 19 and January 26, 2021 (8-0)

Work Session

The Orange County School Board will hold a work session to discuss two policies: the Code of Student Conduct (Policy JIC) and a policy on threats (Policy JICK). These are discussion items only; no votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of School Board Policy JIC - Code of Student Conduct
• Discussion of School Board Policy JICK - Threats

School Board Meeting 5:00 PM ** AMENDED TIMES - REFER TO PROTOCOL IN SECTION 1.01 **

The Orange County Public Schools Board will vote on several February proclamations and adopt the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms as part of its consent agenda. Items include proclamations for Career and Technical Education Month, Black History Month, National School Counseling Week, and School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day. The board will also receive a strategic plan update from the Audit Advisory Committee.

• Proclaim February 2021 as Career and Technical Education Month
• Proclaim February 2021 as Black History Month
• Proclaim February 1‑5, 2021 as National School Counseling Week
• Proclaim February 5, 2021 as School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
• Approve the 2021 State and Federal Legislative Platforms (consent agenda)

The School Board approved the January 26 personnel agenda and several facility projects, including HVAC renewals and school relief projects. The board also authorized a telehealth pilot program and renewed a health professions agreement with UCF.

• Approved Personnel Agenda dated January 26, 2021
• Approved Telehealth Pilot Program Agreement at Winter Park High School Ninth Grade Center
• Renewed funding and affiliation agreement with UCF College of Health Professions and Sciences
• Approved procurement recommendations for January 26, 2021
• Approved Phase III construction documents for Horizon West / Town Center Area Middle School Relief Project
• Approved construction management for Orange Technical College Winter Park Campus Replacement Project
• Approved HVAC system capital renewal services for Piedmont Lakes Middle School
• Approved first amendment to real estate purchase and easement agreement with Jen Florida 36, LLC

Work Session

This is a work session of the Orange County Public Schools board. The only substantive topic is a discussion of Exceptional Student Education. The rest of the agenda is procedural: call to order, roll call, superintendent's comments, and adjournment.

• Discussion of Exceptional Student Education (4.01)

Public Hearing & School Board Meeting 5:30 PM

The board held a public hearing and meeting where it voted to approve two rezonings: a technical rezoning for Asbury Property affecting Forsyth Woods and Little River elementary schools, and a targeted rezoning for Heritage Place and Crystal Creek neighborhoods affecting high schools 80-H-SW-4 and Freedom. Both rezonings take effect August 2021 with an estimated fiscal impact of $500 to $1,500 each. The board also proclaimed January 25-29, 2021 as Celebrate Literacy Week and heard a strategic plan update on Cognia accreditation.

• Approved technical rezoning for Asbury Property to modify attendance zones for Forsyth Woods and Little River elementary schools
• Approved targeted rezoning for Heritage Place and Crystal Creek neighborhoods to modify attendance zones for high schools 80-H-SW-4 and Freedom
• Both rezonings have estimated fiscal impact of $500–$1,500 for printing and legal ads
• Proclaimed January 25-29, 2021 as Celebrate Literacy Week in Orange County Public Schools
• Approved the January 12, 2021 Personnel Agenda including appointments, reappointments, and terminations

The School Board approved technical and targeted rezoning for the Asbury property and the Heritage Place and Crystal Creek neighborhoods to begin in August 2021. The board also approved several personnel actions, student expulsions, and construction project certifications.

• Approved technical rezoning for Asbury Property to commence August 2021 (8-0)
• Approved targeted rezoning for Heritage Place and Crystal Creek Neighborhoods to commence August 2021 (8-0)
• Approved Personnel Agenda dated January 12, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved student expulsions and behavior contracts (8-0)
• Approved STEM agreement with Orange County Government (8-0)
• Approved construction management for Site 65-M-W-4 Middle School Project (8-0)
• Approved final inspections for Jones High, Pershing School, Sunrise Elementary, and Timber Springs Middle School (8-0)
• Approved revised Internal Audit Department Charter (8-0)

Work Session

This is a work session of the Orange County Public Schools Board, focused entirely on discussion of proposed revisions to seven school board policies. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the board is reviewing policies covering governance, elections, officers, meetings, executive sessions, public input, and board member liability insurance.

• Discussion of School Board Policy B - School Board Governance
• Discussion of School Board Policy BBBG - Board Elections
• Discussion of School Board Policy BDC - Board Officers
• Discussion of School Board Policy BEDH - Public Input at School Board Meetings
• Discussion of School Board Policy BIE - Board Members Insurance Liability