East Baton Rouge Parish School System public meetings in 2021

Board Workshop: Pathways to Brighter Futures

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will hold a workshop focused on the 'Pathways to Brighter Futures' presentation by Dr. Narcisse. This meeting is scheduled for discussion and information purposes.

• Presentation: Pathways to Brighter Futures

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will approve the minutes from its November meetings and receive updates on finances, personnel, and the superintendent's report. The board will consider several consent agenda items, including a test security policy, a request for copier proposals, an extern agreement with LSU valued at $187,740, and multiple professional services contracts totaling over $250,000. Recognitions for students, contest winners, and partners will also be presented.

• Approval of November 18, 2021 and November 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Extern agreement amendment with LSU for $187,740 to place externs at Liberty Magnet and Woodlawn High Schools
• Professional services contract with ResourceFull Consulting for $75,000 to expand birth‑to‑4 access
• Professional services contract with Lexia Learning for $31,120 for pre‑K literacy training
• Professional services contract with The New Teacher Project (TNTP) for $150,000 for K‑2 literacy development

The Board approved several professional services contracts for literacy and pre-K expansion, as well as an architectural selection for a new school facility complex. It also authorized a contract for virtual instruction with Arizona State University Prep Digital and adopted a partial redistricting timeline.

• Approved 2021-2022 Test Security Policy
• Authorized RFP for district-wide copiers
• Approved $187,740 LSU extern agreement extension for Liberty Magnet and Woodlawn High Schools
• Approved $75,000 contract with ResourceFull Consulting, LLC and $31,120 with Lexia Learning for pre-K services
• Approved $150,000 contract with The New Teacher Project (TNTP) for K-2 literacy development
• Approved Grace Hebert Curtis Architects, APAC for South Baton Rouge Pre-K to 12th Grade School Facility Complex
• Approved virtual instruction contract with Arizona State University Prep Digital (6-1)
• Adopted January 6th redistricting workshop and deferred remaining timeline to January 13, 2022 (6-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole considered and approved a series of actions, including a test security policy, a request to issue a copier RFP, and an amendment to an extern agreement worth $187,740. It also approved professional services contracts totaling $256,120 for early learning, literacy, and K‑2 development, and selected Grace Hebert Curtis Architects for the design of a Pre‑K‑12 facility complex. Additionally, the board authorized an MOU with BREC and a contract with Arizona State University Prep Digital.

• Approval of the 2021‑2022 Test Security Policy
• Authorization to issue a Request for Proposals for district‑wide copiers
• Amendment to the Extern Agreement with LSU for $187,740 to extend externs at Liberty Magnet and Woodlawn High Schools
• Professional services contracts: $75,000 to ResourceFull Consulting, $31,120 to Lexia Learning, $150,000 to The New Teacher Project (TNTP)
• Selection of Grace Hebert Curtis Architects for the South Baton Rouge Pre‑K‑12 School Facility Complex

The Committee of the Whole approved several professional services contracts for literacy and Pre-K expansion, as well as the selection of an architect for a new school facility complex. The board also authorized a request for proposals for district-wide copiers and an agreement with LSU for externs.

• Approved 2021-2022 Test Security Policy (9-0)
• Authorized RFP for district-wide copiers (9-0)
• Approved $187,740 LSU extern agreement amendment for Liberty Magnet and Woodlawn High Schools (9-0)
• Approved $75,000 contract with ResourceFull Consulting, LLC for Pre-K expansion plan (9-0)
• Approved $31,120 contract with Lexia Learning for Pre-K teacher training (9-0)
• Approved $150,000 contract with The New Teacher Project for K-2 literacy development (8-0-1)
• Approved contract with Arizona State University Prep Digital (7-2)
• Approved Grace Hebert Curtis Architects for South Baton Rouge Pre-K to 12th Grade School Facility Complex (8-0)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board voted to approve two federal COVID-19 relief grants totaling $147,869,443, as part of the consent agenda. The board also approved reopening Broadmoor Middle School as a conservatory school for grades 6-12, extended charter contracts for South Baton Rouge Charter School and J.K. Haynes Elementary, and hired Geographic Planning & Demographic Services for reapportionment. A $733,975 EPA grant to replace 20 diesel buses was also approved.

• Approved ESSER II grant ($32,191,911) and ESSER III grant ($115,677,532) for COVID relief
• Approved reopening former Broadmoor Middle School site as a conservatory school (grades 6-12)
• Approved one-year charter contract extensions for South Baton Rouge Charter School and J.K. Haynes Elementary
• Hired Geographic Planning & Demographic Services as redistricting consultant after a substitute motion
• Approved EPA Clean Diesel grant of $733,975 to replace 20 diesel buses

The Board approved the reopening of the former Broadmoor Middle School site for grades 6-12 and hired Geographic Planning & Demographic Services for redistricting. Several grants and professional service contracts were approved via a consent agenda. The Board also authorized the issuance of up to $35 million in Revenue Anticipation Notes.

• Approved reopening former Broadmoor Middle School as a conservatory school (grades 6-12)
• Approved Geographic Planning & Demographic Services as reapportionment and redistricting consultant
• Authorized General Counsel to negotiate one-year charter extensions for South Baton Rouge Charter School and J.K. Haynes Elementary Charter School
• Approved $733,975 EPA Clean Diesel grant to replace 20 buses
• Approved ESSER II grant ($32,191,911) and ESSER III grant ($115,677,532)
• Approved preliminary issuance of up to $35,000,000 in Revenue Anticipation Notes
• Approved $50,000 contract with Presence Learning, Inc. and $18,000 with Deaf Focus
• Approved charter school contract with Great Hearts Louisiana, Inc.

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board's Committee of the Whole voted to approve a $115,677,532.00 ARPA grant (ESSER III) and a $32,191,911.00 ESSER II grant, totaling nearly $148 million in federal COVID-19 relief. The committee also accepted a $733,975.00 EPA grant to replace 20 diesel buses, gave preliminary approval for a $35 million revenue anticipation note, and approved hiring Data Center as a redistricting consultant after a previous contractor withdrew. A voluntary desegregation plan for the 2022-2027 Magnet Schools Assistance Program grant was also approved.

• Approval of $115,677,532.00 ESSER III (ARPA) and $32,191,911.00 ESSER II grants for COVID-19 relief
• Preliminary approval for a $35,000,000 Revenue Anticipation Note
• Acceptance of a $733,975.00 EPA Clean Diesel grant to replace 20 diesel-fueled buses
• Hiring Data Center as redistricting consultant after Strategic Demographics, L.L.C. withdrew
• Approval of professional services contracts: $50,000 for Presence Learning teletherapy and $18,000 for Deaf Focus sign language services

The Committee of the Whole approved significant federal grants for coronavirus relief and a $35 million Revenue Anticipation Note. The board also authorized a charter contract for Great Hearts Louisiana, Inc. and approved a grant to replace 20 diesel buses.

• Approved ESSER II and III grants totaling $147,869,443 (6-0)
• Approved issuance of Revenue Anticipation Note not exceeding $35,000,000 (6-0)
• Approved $733,975 EPA Clean Diesel grant to replace 20 buses (5-0)
• Approved charter school contract with Great Hearts Louisiana, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $50,000 contract with Presence Learning, Inc. for teletherapy (6-0)
• Approved $18,000 contract with Deaf Focus for sign language services (6-0)
• Accepted request from Strategic Demographics, L.L.C. to withdraw from contract (7-0)
• Approved construction of a 6-8 grade arts facility at Forest Heights Academy (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved several professional services contracts, including an $88,948 compensation and classification study with Experience Management Institute and two fine arts contracts totaling $134,500. They also adopted a policy revision on public school choice and received a redistricting update. Routine items were approved via consent agenda.

• Approved $88,948 contract with Experience Management Institute for a compensation and classification study funded by ESSER III.
• Approved $89,500 contract with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge for fine arts support.
• Approved $45,000 contract with Kids' Orchestra for after-school orchestral instruction.
• Approved policy revision JBCE-Public School Choice.
• Received a redistricting update and timeline.

The Board approved a $88,948 contract for a compensation and classification study and authorized two industrial tax exemptions. Several school board policies were revised, and contracts for fine arts support were approved.

• Approved $88,948 contract with Experience Management Institute for compensation study (5-1-1)
• Approved $89,500 contract with Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge (6-1)
• Approved $45,000 contract with Kids' Orchestra for after school instruction (6-1)
• Approved industrial tax exemption for International Mezzo Technologies (5-1)
• Approved industrial tax exemption for Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Gulf Coast, LLC (6-0)
• Approved policy revision JBCE-Public School Choice (7-0)
• Approved Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. as Third Party Claims Administrator (7-0)
• Approved policies regarding ethics, curriculum, kindergarten, and student privacy (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board met as a Committee of the Whole and approved several action items, including professional services contracts and policy revisions. Items approved include an $88,948 contract for a compensation and classification study, fine arts contracts totaling $134,500, and a third-party claims administrator. A set of policy revisions was approved, except the Public School Choice policy, which is to be resubmitted with amendments.

• Approved professional services contract with Experience Management Institute for $88,948 for a compensation and classification study.
• Approved contracts with The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge ($89,500) and Kids' Orchestra ($45,000) for fine arts support and after-school orchestral instruction.
• Approved Sedgwick Claims Management Services as the third-party claims administrator for workers' compensation and risk management.
• Approved revisions to 11 school board policies (BE, ID, IDCC, IDDF, JBA, JBC, JR, GBCA, GBC, JG), with JBCE-Public School Choice resubmitted for amendments.
• Approved the recommendation in the litigation matter De'Aubrey Young v. Ruth Banks et al. and authorized related discussions in executive session.

The Committee of the Whole approved several professional services contracts for compensation and fine arts. The board also adopted a series of policy revisions, excluding one regarding public school choice, and approved a litigation recommendation.

• Approved $88,948 contract with Experience Management Institute for compensation and classification study (7-0)
• Approved $89,500 contract with The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Inc. (6-2)
• Approved $45,000 contract with Kids' Orchestra for after school instruction (6-2)
• Approved Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc. as Third Party Claims Administrator (7-0)
• Approved policy revisions for ethics, curriculum, and student welfare, excluding policy JBCE-Public School Choice (6-1)
• Approved litigation recommendation in De’Aubrey Young v. Ruth Banks et al. (7-0)

Board Retreat

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board holds a retreat to discuss board budget responsibilities, ESSER (federal COVID relief) funding, and reapportionment (redistricting). These are informational presentations and discussions, not voting items. The meeting also includes an Arbinger workshop and procedural opening/adjournment.

• Presentation of budget responsibilities of the Board (Mr. Blunt)
• Presentation and discussion of ESSER funding (Dr. Bethley/Dr. Robinson)
• Presentation on reapportionment/redistricting (Mr. Garrett/Dr. Blair)
• Arbinger Workshop

Regular Meeting

The board voted to approve a package of professional services contracts totaling $675,528 funded by federal ESSER money, including training for staff and web-based licenses for students. It also approved a $200,000 cooperative endeavor agreement for materials for the Pathways to Bright Futures program, accepted two grants, and received an overview of the redistricting process. The meeting was held with capacity limits and mask requirements due to COVID-19.

• Approved $211,810.50 contract with Arbinger for professional development, $182,720 with The Leadership Academy for central office training, $161,633 for K-2 Edgenuity licenses, and $119,364 for grades 3-5 Edgenuity licenses (ESSER funds, vote 5-3)
• Approved $200,000 cooperative endeavor with Louisiana Treasury for Pathways to Bright Futures materials
• Approved grants: $100,000 Supply Building and Access Expansion grant, $90,000 Project Lead the Way DOW/Southern University grant
• Approved $81,000 contract with Navigate360 for emergency management platform
• Received presentation on reapportionment and redistricting process

The Board approved a $1,000 per semester stipend for hybrid teachers and revised several student discipline and expulsion policies. It also authorized multiple professional services contracts for school support and web-based licenses, while denying two Pre-K service contracts.

• Approved $1,000/semester stipend for hybrid teachers
• Approved policy revisions for discipline, drug use, weapons, suspension, and expulsion
• Approved $665,307.50 in ESSER professional services contracts for Arbinger, Leadership Academy, and Edgenuity
• Approved MOU with Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health for athletic training services
• Adopted Pupil Progression Plan regarding valedictorian and salutatorian honors
• Denied professional services contracts for Kitamba Management ($200,000) and ResourceFull Consulting ($75,000)
• Approved $100,000 and $90,000 grants for Pre-K expansion and STEM training
• Approved $200,000 agreement with LA Dept of Treasury for EBR Pathways to Bright Futures

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved several grants, professional services contracts, cooperative endeavor agreements, and memoranda of understanding. Items included $190,000 in grants for early childhood and STEM, a $200,000 state agreement for career pathways, over $600,000 in professional services for Pre-K and ESSER-funded programs, a $81,000 security platform subscription, and MOUs for alumni fundraising and athletic training.

• Approved $100,000 Supply Building and Access Expansion grant and $90,000 Project Lead the Way DOW/Southern University grant for STEM training
• Approved $200,000 Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with Louisiana for Act 119 state aid for EBR Pathways to Bright Futures
• Approved $200,000 contract with Kitamba Management and $75,000 with ResourceFull Consulting for Pre-K data and planning services
• Approved four ESSER-funded contracts totaling $675,527.50 for professional development, leadership training, and web-based licenses
• Approved $81,000 contract with Navigate360 for Emergency Management Suite Platform subscription and MOU with Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health for athletic trainers

The Committee of the Whole approved the 2021-2022 Pupil Progression Plan and several policy revisions regarding student discipline, suspensions, and expulsions. The board also authorized multiple professional services contracts and grants for STEM training, Pre-K expansion, and school security.

• Approved 2021-2022 district Pupil Progression Plan (8-0)
• Approved policy revisions for discipline, drug use, weapons, suspension, and expulsion (8-0)
• Approved $100,000 and $90,000 grants for Pre-K strategic planning and STEM training (8-0)
• Approved $200,000 Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for EBR Pathways to Bright Futures (8-0)
• Approved Pre-K contracts with Kitamba Management ($200,000) and ResourceFull Consulting ($75,000) (6-2)
• Approved ESSER contracts for Arbinger, The Leadership Academy, and Edgenuity totaling $675,527.50 (6-2)
• Approved $81,000 security contract with Navigate360 (7-0)
• Approved MOUs with Grads Give and Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health (7-0)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved minutes, recognized Junior Achievement, and received monthly financial and personnel reports. The board then passed a consent agenda including grants, professional services contracts, a contract renewal for adult education at the parish prison, and a dual enrollment memorandum of understanding.

• Approval of $480,000 in City Year contracts for student support and interventions
• Approval of $415,057.87 in ESSER III contracts for Instructure learning management system, Manners of the Heart SEL program, and Nearpod digital platform
• Renewal of adult education contract at EBR Parish Prison for up to $134,110
• Approval of $18,382.96 in grants from Neighbors Project and Kelly Gene Cook Foundation for classroom robots and teacher projects
• Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for dual enrollment programs

The School Board approved a plan requiring employees to show COVID-19 vaccination status and undergo weekly testing, subject to legal exceptions. The Board also approved several professional services contracts, a redistricting consultant, and a revised emergency leave policy.

• Approved COVID-19 vaccination status and weekly testing plan for employees (5-3)
• Approved Strategic Demographics, LLC as reapportionment and redistricting consultant (5-3)
• Approved revised policy GBRIBC regarding Covid-19 Emergency Leave (8-0)
• Approved $120,102 contract with SchoolInfoApp for district mobile app
• Approved $134,110 contract renewal with City of Baton Rouge for prison adult education
• Approved professional services contracts for City Year ($121,600 and $358,400), Studyville ($36,800), and Deaf Resources Center ($80,000)
• Approved ESSER III contracts for Instructure, Inc. ($167,750), Manners of the Heart ($70,217.97), and Nearpod ($177,089.90)
• Approved grants for The Dufrocq School ($2,478.96) and Kelly Gene Cook Charitable Foundation ($15,904.00)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole discussed COVID-19 procedures and school reopening. The board also considered several professional services contracts, educational grants, and a contract renewal for adult education at the parish prison.

• Neighbors Project Grant: $2,478.96 for The Dufrocq School
• Kelly Gene Cook Charitable Foundation-Deborah Rochelle Teacher Grant: $15,904.00
• City Year contracts totaling $479,999.00
• Studyville contract: $36,800.00 for tutoring at several middle and high schools
• Deaf Resources Center of Greater Baton Rouge, LLC contract: $80,000.00

The Committee of the Whole approved several educational grants and professional services contracts for student support, tutoring, and digital platforms. The board also renewed an adult education contract for the parish prison and a dual enrollment agreement with ULM.

• Approved Neighbors Project Grant ($2,478.96) and Kelly Gene Cook Charitable Foundation Grant ($15,904.00)
• Approved contracts with City Year ($121,600 and $358,400), Studyville ($36,800), and Deaf Resources Center of Greater Baton Rouge ($80,000)
• Approved ESSER III contracts with Instructure, Inc. ($167,750), Manners of the Heart ($70,217.97), and Nearpod ($177,089.90)
• Approved contract renewal with City of Baton Rouge for prison adult education not to exceed $134,110
• Approved MOU with University of Louisiana Monroe for 2021-2022 dual enrollment courses
• Approved $120,102 contract with SchoolInfoApp for a district mobile application
• Approved General Counsel recommendation regarding litigation in Emmanuel Akinosho et al. vs. EBRPSB
• Approved motion to add COVID-19 procedures and school reopening to the agenda for discussion

Board Workshop-Facility Plan

This is a board workshop focused on the Facility Plan presentation. The board will receive information on building conditions, capacity, and site data, but no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation of the Facility Report by Ms. Anderson/Mr. Chester
• Discussion of attached studies: building conditions, capacity, HVAC assessments, and site information

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board discussed a proposal for a 6th-12th grade configuration and performing arts magnet program at Broadmoor Middle School. The board voted to postpone consideration of this request to an uncertain future date. Other actions included approving the 2021 Strategic Plan and several educational grants.

• Postponement of Broadmoor Middle School 6th-12th grade and performing arts magnet program proposal
• Approval of 2021 East Baton Rouge Parish School System Strategic Plan
• $25,000.00 Albertson's Nourishing Neighbors grant for Child Nutrition Department
• $10,000.00 ADF grant for Human Resources Connect2Teach project
• Approval of Pre-K grants totaling $8,359,743.00 across three categories

The Board approved the 2021 Strategic Plan and a series of professional services contracts for literacy, math, and STEM support. It also approved several Pre-K grants and dual enrollment agreements with local universities. A request to configure Broadmoor Middle School as a 6th-12th grade performing arts magnet was postponed.

• Approved 2021 East Baton Rouge Parish School System Strategic Plan (8-0)
• Approved $1,391,090 contract with Achieve3000, Inc. and other literacy/math services (5-3)
• Approved $526,000 contract with Proximity Learning for virtual instruction (8-0)
• Approved $50,000 contract with LSU Health Sciences Center for disability supports (8-0)
• Approved $83,000 in contracts with Volunteers in Public Schools (8-0)
• Approved $8,359,743 in Pre-K grants and expansion MOUs (Consent Agenda)
• Approved dual enrollment MOUs with SU, BRCC, LSU, FRANU, and SELU (Consent Agenda)
• Postponed consideration of Broadmoor Middle School 6th-12th grade configuration (8-0)

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board, meeting as a Committee of the Whole, voted unanimously on several action items including the 2021 strategic plan, nearly $8.4 million in pre-K grants, and contracts totaling over $1.5 million for educational services. The board also approved dual enrollment MOUs with five universities and a fiscal agent contract with Capital One Bank.

• Approved 2021 East Baton Rouge Parish School System Strategic Plan
• Approved pre-K grants: Cecil J. Picard LA4 ($5,679,200), NSECD ($627,460), Birth to 3 Seats ($2,053,083)
• Approved MOUs with five universities for dual enrollment courses (SU, BRCC, LSU, FRANU, SELU)
• Approved professional services contracts: DreamBox Learning ($117,864) and Achieve3000 ($1,391,090) for student licenses
• Approved fiscal agent contract with Capital One Bank for three years (Oct 2021–Sep 2024)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved a cooperative agreement with Capital Area Human Services District to provide mental health services, and adopted a proclamation declaring Juneteenth a day of celebration. They also discussed the proposed 2021-2022 General Fund and Special Revenue budgets, and approved consent agenda items including property insurance renewal and healthcare plan rates. The board approved previous meeting minutes and recognized student achievements.

• Approved cooperative agreement with Capital Area Human Services District for children's behavioral health services
• Discussed proposed 2021-2022 General Fund and Special Revenue budgets
• Adopted proclamation declaring June 19th (Juneteenth) a day of celebration in the school system
• Authorized renewal of property and casualty insurance program for 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Approved healthcare and ancillary benefits plan including BlueCross BlueShield rates and contract renewals

The Board approved the 2021-2022 General Fund Budget, salary schedules, and various Special Revenue Fund budgets. It also denied charter school applications for Kenilworth Science and Technology and Baton Rouge Discovery Academy. Additionally, the Board approved a plan to privatize substitute teachers through ESS South Central, LLC.

• Approved 2021-2022 General Fund Budget and Salary Schedules
• Approved 2021-2022 Special Revenue Fund Budgets
• Denied Kenilworth Science and Technology Charter School application
• Denied Baton Rouge Discovery Academy Charter School application
• Approved agreement with ESS South Central, LLC to privatize substitutes
• Approved 2022 Healthcare rates and related benefit contract renewals
• Approved $580,848.00 contract with Dreambox Learning for math licenses
• Approved $397,450.00 contract with National Institute for Excellence in Teaching

Public Hearing/Board Workshop-2021-2022 Budgets

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board holds a public hearing and workshop on the proposed 2021-2022 General Fund and Special Revenue Fund budgets. The meeting includes presentations on the budget resolution and salary schedules. Public attendance is limited to 50% capacity with mask and temperature screening requirements.

• Presentation of proposed 2021-2022 General Fund Budget, including budget resolution and salary schedules
• Presentation of proposed 2021-2022 Special Revenue Fund Budgets
• Public attendance limited to 50% capacity with mandatory masks and temperature screening
• Meeting streamed live via YouTube; link available on school board website

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board Committee of the Whole considered and approved several action items including property and casualty insurance renewal, rejection of uninsured motorist coverage, and a healthcare benefits plan with proposed 2022 rates and contract renewals for BlueCross BlueShield, Unum, Selerix, Optum EAP, Accredo, Express Scripts, and stop loss insurance. Other approved items include an extern agreement with LSU ($22,742.20), a Cox Charities grant ($11,031.00), an agreement with the Center for Educational Leadership ($89,650.00), and professional services contracts with NIET, Dreambox Learning, OneGoal, and BRECEC totaling over $1.3 million. A cooperative agreement with Capital Area Human Services District was deferred to the full board.

• Approval of 2022 healthcare rates and contract renewals for medical, dental, pharmacy, and EAP benefits
• Property and casualty insurance policy renewal for 2021-2022
• Resolution to reject uninsured motorist coverage for auto liability and self-insured retention program
• Extern agreement with LSU for psychological services and data collection: $22,742.20
• Professional services contracts: NIET ($397,450), Dreambox Learning ($580,848), OneGoal ($78,900), BRECEC ($266,000)

The Committee of the Whole approved the 2021-2022 property and casualty insurance package and the 2022 healthcare and ancillary benefits plan. The board also authorized several professional services contracts and the privatization of substitute teachers.

• Approved 2021-2022 Property and Casualty Insurance Program Policy Renewal (5-0)
• Approved resolution to reject Uninsured Motorist Coverage (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Healthcare and Ancillary Benefits Plan (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Deferred Cooperative Agreement with Capital Area Human Services District to full Board (7-0)
• Approved $22,742.20 extern agreement with LSU for psychological and research services (7-0)
• Approved $11,031.00 Cox Charities Innovation and Education grant (7-0)
• Approved $89,650.00 agreement with Center for Educational Leadership (7-0)
• Approved professional services contracts for NIET, Dreambox Learning, OneGoal, and BRECEC (7-0)

Board & Community Stakeholder Strategic Plan Workshop

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is holding a workshop to gather feedback from stakeholders on the working draft of the strategic plan. The agenda consists of procedural items, discussions, and information sessions with no votes or binding decisions scheduled. Sessions include learning objectives, planning process overview, and envisioning the future.

• Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by board members
• Overview of the strategic planning process
• Stakeholder feedback sessions on the working draft
• Discussion of year 2 and 3 commitments
• Envisioning the future of the district

Regular Meeting

The board approved ESSER II and III budgets totaling $61,101,294 for COVID-19 relief, a revised 2020-2021 general fund budget, and professional services contracts funded by ESSER III. They also adopted a resolution proclaiming May 3-7, 2021, as Teacher Appreciation Week and recognized student achievements and community partners.

• Approved ESSER II budget of $32,181,911 and ESSER III budget of $28,919,383
• Approved revised 2020-2021 General Fund Budget
• Approved professional services contracts: Insight Education Group ($189,750), TNTP ($16,211 and $249,611), Rethink ($175,000) — all from ESSER III
• Adopted resolution for Teacher Appreciation Week (May 3-7, 2021)
• Recognized student athletes, show choir, art contest winners, and partners in education

The Board approved ESSER II and III budgets totaling $61,101,294 and a revised 2020-2021 General Fund Budget. Other key actions included expanding the EBR Virtual Academy to Pre-K through 12th grade and consolidating Claiborne and Howell Park Elementary students at the Claiborne site.

• Approved ESSER II budget of $32,181,911.00 and ESSER III budget of $28,919,383.00 (7-1)
• Approved Revised 2020-2021 General Fund Budget (8-0)
• Approved professional services contracts for Insight Education Group, TNTP, and Rethink (8-0)
• Approved consolidation of Claiborne and Howell Park Elementary students at Claiborne site
• Approved expansion of EBR Virtual Academy to grades Pre-K through 12th
• Approved RFQ for architectural design consulting for a new school in southern EBR (8-0)
• Approved grants for fire safety ($5,000), EPA bus rebate ($250,000), and STEM training ($40,000)
• Approved resolution proclaiming May 3-7, 2021, as Teacher Appreciation Week (8-0)

Board Workshop: ESSER

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will hold a workshop to present information on the ESSER program. Attendance will be limited to 50% capacity of the Professional Development Center meeting room, with masks required and temperature screening for all audience members. The workshop will be streamed live on YouTube via a link on the BoardDocs website.

• Public attendance limited to 50% capacity of the Professional Development Center meeting room
• Masks required for all audience members; masks available on request
• Temperature screening for all attendees before entering the meeting room
• Live streaming of the workshop on YouTube (link on BoardDocs website)
• ESSER presentation provided as a PDF attachment (672 KB)

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board Committee of the Whole considered and forwarded to the full board several major action items, including ESSER II and III budgets totaling $61.1 million, a revised 2020-2021 general fund budget, and multiple grants. The committee also approved professional services contracts for nursing and special education services and a memorandum of understanding with Baton Rouge Community College.

• Approval of ESSER II ($32,181,911) and ESSER III ($28,919,383) budgets forwarded to full board
• EPA DERA school bus rebate grant of $250,000 to replace ten older model buses
• Revised 2020-2021 General Fund Budget considered for approval
• Renewal of professional services contracts for LPN nursing services totaling over $1.2 million
• Memorandum of Understanding with Baton Rouge Community College for field experience placements

The Committee of the Whole approved the consolidation of Claiborne and Howell Park Elementary students at the Claiborne site for 2021-2022. The board also expanded the EBR Virtual Academy to cover grades Pre-K through 12th and approved several grants and professional service contracts.

• Approved consolidation of Claiborne and Howell Park Elementary students at Claiborne site
• Approved expansion of EBR Virtual Academy for grades Pre-K through 12th
• Approved grants for fire safety ($5,000), EPA bus rebates ($250,000), and STEM training ($40,000)
• Approved JESSI grant agreement with Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
• Sent ESSER II ($32.1M) and ESSER III ($28.9M) budget requests to full Board without recommendation
• Sent Revised 2020-2021 General Fund Budget request to full Board without recommendation
• Approved MOU with Baton Rouge Community College for student field placements
• Approved multiple nursing and assistive technology contracts for Exceptional Student Services

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will approve the March 18, 2021 meeting minutes and recognize local educators. It will vote on the revised 2021‑2022 school year calendar (option 1a) funded by the CARES Act with an estimated cost of $4.4 million. Additional actions include modifying the Crestworth Middle School attendance zone and authorizing construction of a middle‑school component at Forest Heights Academy under the district tax plan. Several routine items such as grant approvals, a $1,300 one‑time employee supplement, and a memorandum of understanding with BREC are also on the consent agenda.

• Approval of March 18, 2021 Board minutes
• Approval of revised 2021‑2022 school year calendar (option 1a) – $4.4 million CARES Act funding
• Modification of Crestworth Middle School attendance zone for 2021‑2022 reopening
• Authorization of middle‑school component at Forest Heights Academy – tax‑plan amendment
• One‑time $1,300 employee supplement – $9 million general‑fund projection

The Board approved a revised school year calendar and a $1,300 one-time supplement for qualifying staff. Other key actions included modifying school attendance zones, consolidating middle school sites, and naming a new school McKinley Elementary.

• Approved revised 2021-2022 School Year Calendar (7-2)
• Approved $1,300 one-time supplement for qualifying staff, estimated cost $9M (9-0)
• Approved modifications to Crestworth Middle School attendance zone (9-0)
• Approved construction of middle school component at Forest Heights Academy of Excellence (9-0)
• Approved naming of new school at University Terrace Site as McKinley Elementary (9-0)
• Approved consolidation of Brookstown and Capitol Middle School students at Capitol site (5-3)
• Approved professional services contracts for assessments with ANET, Illuminate Education, and Amplify Education (7-2)
• Adopted 2021 Millage resolution for the Office of the Assessor (8-0)

Board Retreat

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board holds a retreat to review strategic planning work, develop a governance plan, and identify core competencies and success factors. No votes or formal actions are scheduled; items are for discussion and information only.

• Present and give feedback on the strategic planning work of the cabinet
• Create governance/board development plan and calendar
• Identify core competencies and key success factors
• Book study discussion on chapters 5-9
• Update mission, vision, and solidify KPIs and targets

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board Committee of the Whole considered multiple action items, including approving professional services contracts for assessments and data management totaling over $1.47 million, a memorandum of understanding with BREC for joint use of Istrouma High Track, and several other contracts and grants. All items were approved by the board, with some votes split on the assessment contracts. The meeting also included reports from the superintendent and Aramark, and a CARES Act/ESSER presentation.

• Approved $1.47M in contracts for Achievement Network, Illuminate Education, and Amplify Education for assessments and professional development (funded by CARES Act and General Fund).
• Approved MOU with BREC for joint use of Istrouma High Track facility.
• Approved $51,150 professional services contract with School Leadership Center of New Orleans for professional development for Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Schools.
• Authorized issuing an Invitation for Bid for replacement freezer/cooler at Crestworth Middle School (relocated from Crestworth Elementary).
• Approved renewal of interagency contract with LDOE for Early Childhood Guide to approve families for Child Care Assistance Program.

The Committee approved a $1,300 one-time supplement for qualifying staff and named the new school at the University Terrace site McKinley Elementary. The board also approved several professional services contracts for assessments and social emotional learning, and authorized the consolidation of two middle schools.

• Approved $1,300 one-time supplement for qualifying staff (~$9M total)
• Named the new school at University Terrace site as McKinley Elementary
• Approved consolidation of Brookstown and Capitol Middle School students at Capitol site
• Approved $152,000 contract with CASEL for social emotional learning support
• Approved $1.3M in assessment and data contracts with ANET, Illuminate Education, and Amplify Education
• Approved $51,150 contract with School Leadership Center of New Orleans
• Approved grants from AAEE ($500) and LDOE ($6,500)
• Authorized RFP for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will vote on the 2021-2022 school year calendar, the naming of Capitol Middle School's gymnasium, and a contract with Gallagher as health benefits consultant. Also up for action is a memorandum of understanding with Southern University for a scholarship program. The agenda includes recognitions of sports teams and counselors, plus informational reports on finances and personnel.

• Approval of 2021-2022 school year calendar
• Naming of Capitol Middle School gymnasium the 'Louis T. Bonds Gymnasium'
• Authorizing contract with Gallagher as Health Benefits Consultant
• Memorandum of Understanding with Southern University 1890 JAG S.T.A.R.S. Scholarship Program
• Monthly financial report and personnel changes (information only)

The Board approved the 2021-2022 school year calendar and a contract for health benefits consulting. Other actions included naming a gymnasium, approving a scholarship MOU, and authorizing charter school evaluation services.

• Approved 2021-2022 School Year Calendar
• Named Capitol Middle School Gymnasium the 'Louis T. Bonds Gymnasium'
• Approved MOU with Southern University 1890 JAG S.T.A.R.S. Scholarship Program
• Approved contract with Charter School Consulting, LLC at $2,300.00 per charter school application
• Approved legal recommendation regarding Isis Wright vs EBRPSB
• Authorized contract with Gallagher as Health Benefits Consultant
• Approved February 18 and March 4, 2021 meeting minutes

Board Retreat

This is a two-day board retreat focused on discussion and information, not formal decision-making. The board will review stakeholder input, analyze objectives and challenges, and set district priorities to guide strategic planning. Individual board member interviews are scheduled for the second day.

• Set district priorities to guide development of the strategic plan
• Stakeholder analysis of objectives, challenges, and impact
• Process Transition Team Report and Public Input
• Outward Mindset Activity and Book Study Discussion
• Individual board member interviews on March 14

Board Workshop

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will hold a workshop that is largely procedural, including call to order, invocation, and roll call. The only substantive item is a presentation on a transition report, with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Presentation of Transition Report (discussion only, no action)

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board met on March 4, 2021, to approve administrative actions and contracts. The board approved the 2021-2022 school year calendar, which establishes the official dates for student attendance and staff operations. The board also authorized a health benefits consultant contract with Gallagher, a professional services agreement with Charter School Consulting, LLC, and an MOU with Southern University for a scholarship program. Additional actions included naming the Capitol Middle School gymnasium and addressing a local litigation matter.

• Approval of the 2021-2022 school year calendar
• Contract with Gallagher as health benefits consultant
• Professional services contract with Charter School Consulting, LLC at $2,300.00 per charter school application
• Naming the Capitol Middle School gymnasium the “Louis T. Bonds Gymnasium”
• MOU with Southern University for the 1890 JAG S.T.A.R.S. Scholarship Program

The Committee of the Whole approved the 2021-2022 school year calendar and a scholarship MOU with Southern University. The board also authorized contracts for health benefits consulting and charter school evaluations, and approved a litigation recommendation.

• Named Capitol Middle School Gymnasium the 'Louis T. Bonds Gymnasium' (9-0)
• Authorized contract with Gallagher as Health Benefits Consultant (8-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved 2021-2022 School Year Calendar (9-0)
• Approved MOU with Southern University 1890 JAG S.T.A.R.S. Scholarship Program (9-0)
• Approved contract with Charter School Consulting, LLC at $2,300 per charter application (9-0)
• Approved General Counsel recommendation regarding Isis Wright vs EBRPSB litigation (9-0)

Board Retreat

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is holding a two-day retreat focused on adopting an outward mindset, learning collaboration tools, and developing a strategic plan. The agenda includes discussions led by the Arbinger Institute on mindset self-awareness and change tools. No votes or binding decisions are expected.

• Board retreat with Arbinger Institute on outward-mindset training
• Sessions on mindset self-awareness and change tools
• Development of a strategic plan and board-cabinet cohesion
• Accountability and collaboration tools discussions
• Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance each day

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board met to approve several items including a resolution for 'Arts in our Schools' month. The board also addressed various consent agenda items regarding grants, policies, and litigation. Additionally, the board considered an industrial tax exemption application from Exxon Mobil Corporation.

• Resolution proclaiming March 2021 as 'Arts in our Schools' month
• LA Art and Science Museum (LASM) grant for virtual STEAM programs
• LDOE 'Pathways To Prosperity' Fast Forward Grant leadership
• School Board policy JBCE – Public School Choice Policy
• Request for Proposals for a board reapportionment and redistricting plan

The Board approved an industrial tax exemption for Exxon Mobil Corporation. Other actions included authorizing a request for proposals for board redistricting and approving a public school choice policy.

• Approved Exxon Mobil Corporation application for Industrial Tax Exemption (8-0)
• Approved LA Art and Science Museum (LASM) grant for virtual STEAM programs (8-0)
• Approved seeking LDOE 'Pathways To Prosperity' Fast Forward Grant (8-0)
• Approved School Board policy JBCE – Public School Choice Policy (8-0)
• Authorized RFP for development of Board reapportionment and redistricting plan (8-0)
• Approved legal recommendation regarding Belfor USA Group, Inc. v. Democracy Prep Louisiana Charter School (8-0)
• Proclaimed March 2021 as 'Arts in our Schools' month (8-0)
• Approved January 21, February 4, and Committee of the Whole meeting minutes (7-0)

Special Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board held a special meeting and approved two action items. They authorized membership in the Council of Great City Schools and approved engaging the Arbinger Institute to develop a strategic plan. Both motions carried unanimously.

• Resolution authorizing membership in the Council of Great City Schools, a national advocacy organization for large urban school districts.
• Approval for the superintendent to contract with the Arbinger Institute for strategic plan development.
• Meeting held with reduced seating capacity and mandatory masks due to COVID-19 protocols.

The Board approved membership in the Council of Great City Schools. It also authorized the Superintendent to hire the Arbinger Institute to develop a Strategic Plan for the school board.

• Approved membership into Council of Great City Schools (8-0)
• Approved engagement of Arbinger Institute for Strategic Plan development (9-0)

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board's Committee of the Whole met virtually with reduced in-person capacity and mask requirements. The board received informational updates on the BRBYTES LSU grant partnership and the EBR Fair Share program, then unanimously approved all action items: a grant with the LA Art and Science Museum for virtual STEAM field trips, authorization to seek the LDOE Pathways to Prosperity Fast Forward Grant, adoption of policy JBCE on public school choice, issuance of an RFP for board reapportionment and redistricting, and a litigation matter involving Belfor USA Group.

• Approved grant/partnership with LA Art and Science Museum for LASM 360 Virtual Voyages virtual field trips
• Approved seeking LDOE Pathways to Prosperity Fast Forward Grant to increase career and college opportunities
• Adopted School Board policy JBCE – Public School Choice Policy
• Authorized RFP for development of a board reapportionment and redistricting plan
• Approved recommendation in litigation case Belfor USA Group v. Democracy Prep Louisiana Charter School

The Board approved a Request for Proposals to develop a Board reapportionment and redistricting plan. It also approved the Public School Choice Policy and two educational grants. A legal recommendation regarding a lawsuit involving Democracy Prep Louisiana Charter School was also approved.

• Approved LA Art and Science Museum (LASM) grant for virtual STEAM programs (9-0)
• Approved application to lead LDOE 'Pathways To Prosperity' Fast Forward Grant (9-0)
• Approved School Board policy JBCE – Public School Choice Policy (9-0)
• Authorized RFP for Board reapportionment and redistricting plan (9-0)
• Approved legal recommendation in Belfor USA Group, Inc. v. Democracy Prep Louisiana Charter School (9-0)

Regular Meeting

The board elected a president and vice-president, and approved a consent agenda including a $1.25 million T-Mobile grant for hotspot devices, a $25,000 Albertsons grant for food aid, and a $66,000 professional development contract. Charter school contracts and several resolutions were also adopted. The board recognized Principals of the Year and VIPS Partners in Education.

• Election of School Board President and Vice-President
• Approval of $1,247,500 T-Mobile grant for student hotspot devices and one-year connectivity
• Approval of $25,000 Albertsons Nourishing Neighbors grant for local families in need
• Approval of $66,000 professional services contract with Louisiana Business Inc. for professional development
• Approval of charter school contracts with Inspire Charter School and Community School for Apprentice Learning

The board elected new leadership and approved several charter school contracts and grants. Members also passed resolutions for various awareness months and updated policies regarding sick leave and remote meeting participation.

• Elected David Tatman as Board President (9-0)
• Elected Dawn Collins as Board Vice-President (6-3)
• Approved $1.24M T-Mobile Project 10Million grant and $25,000 Albertson's grant
• Approved $66,000 professional development contract with Louisiana Business Inc.
• Approved charter school contracts for Inspire Charter School and Community School for Apprentice Learning
• Authorized bidding for University Terrace/Buchanan Elementary School construction
• Approved policies BCAD (Remote Participation), GBRIB (Sick Leave), and GBRIBC (Covid-19 Emergency Leave)
• Authorized RFP for District VoIP phone services

Superintendent Interview (Adam Smith)

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will interview Adam Smith for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The meeting will be streamed live on YouTube, and public attendance is limited to 50% capacity with mask and temperature screening requirements.

• Interview with Adam Smith for EBR Superintendent of Schools
• Adam Smith resume and 6-month plan attached as file attachments

Special Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and select a superintendent for the school system. The meeting will include a vote on nominees, with a detailed runoff procedure if needed. The public may attend at 50% capacity with masks and temperature screening, or watch via YouTube.

• Selection of Superintendent of Schools process with multiple ballots and runoff rules
• Public attendance limited to 50% capacity of Professional Development Center; masks and temperature screening required
• Meeting streamed live on YouTube; written public comment accepted via BoardDocs before and during meeting
• Possible executive session under L.R.S. 42:17 (A)(1) for candidate discussion
• Regular Board meeting scheduled for January 21, 2021, at 5:00 p.m.

The School Board established a voting process for selecting a new superintendent. Following nominations of Sito Narcisse and Adam Smith, the board held a roll call vote. Sito Narcisse was selected as the new Superintendent of Schools.

• Approved voting procedures for superintendent selection (9-0)
• Closed nominations for the position of Superintendent of Schools (9-0)
• Selected Sito Narcisse as Superintendent of Schools (5-4)

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board Committee of the Whole considered and approved multiple action items: two grants (including a $1.25 million T-Mobile connectivity grant), professional development contracts, charter school renewals for Inspire Charter School and CSAL, authorization to advertise and award bids for the new University Terrace/Buchanan Elementary school, policy updates on remote meetings and leave, revised ITEP guidelines, and a litigation settlement. The meeting also included a superintendent update and future meeting announcements.

• T-Mobile Project 10Million grant of $1,247,500 for hotspot devices and connectivity for families
• Albertson's Nourishing Neighbors grant of $25,000 to feed local families
• Approval of contracts with Inspire Charter School (Jan 2021–June 2021 and July 2021–June 2024) and Community School for Apprentice Learning (CSAL)
• Authorization to advertise and award bids for construction of University Terrace/Buchanan Elementary new school
• Approval of policies BCAD (teleconference meetings), GBRIB (sick leave), and GBRIBC (COVID-19 emergency leave)

The Committee of the Whole approved several grants for food and internet connectivity and authorized contracts for charter schools. The board also approved professional development funding and authorized the bidding process for the University Terrace/Buchanan Elementary School construction.

• Approved $25,000 Albertson's Nourishing Neighbors grant (8-0)
• Approved $1,247,500 T-Mobile Project 10Million grant (8-0)
• Approved $66,000 professional development contract with Louisiana Business Inc. (8-0)
• Approved contracts for Inspire Charter School and Community School for Apprentice Learning (8-0)
• Authorized bidding for University Terrace/Buchanan Elementary School construction (7-0)
• Approved policies BCAD, GBRIB, and GBRIBC (7-0)
• Approved revised Industrial Tax Exemption Program Guidelines (8-0)
• Approved legal recommendation in Blake Wingett v. Ortemishia Montgomery et al. (8-0)

Town Hall Meeting (Superintendent Search-Adam Smith)

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will host a town hall on January 14, 2021, to evaluate Adam Smith as a candidate for superintendent of schools. The superintendent oversees district operations and educational policy for the parish, which directly affects school funding, staffing, and curriculum. The meeting will feature a presentation and discussion with Smith, followed by a period for written public comments. The session will be streamed live on YouTube and held at the Professional Development Center with capacity and safety restrictions in place.

• Discussion with Adam Smith for the EBR Superintendent of Schools position
• Public comment period for the superintendent search
• Live stream of the meeting via YouTube
• Review of Adam Smith’s resume and six-month plan

Town Hall Meeting (Superintendent Search-Adam Smith)Superintendent Interview (Adam Smith) WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A DATE TO BE DETERMINED

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is holding a town hall meeting for the superintendent search, but the interview with candidate Adam Smith has been rescheduled to a future date. The meeting will include public comment and livestreaming. Attendance is limited to 50% capacity with mask and temperature screening requirements.

• Public attendance limited to 50% capacity of the Professional Development Center meeting room with mandatory masks and temperature screening
• Written public comment accepted via BoardDocs hyperlink; online comments available for public review
• Meeting streamed live on YouTube; link available on the school board website
• Discussion with Adam Smith for superintendent position (interview rescheduled)
• Attached resume and 6-month plan for candidate Adam Smith

Superintendent Interview (Adam Smith) WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A DATE TO BE DETERMINED

This meeting was scheduled for a superintendent interview with candidate Adam Smith, but it has been rescheduled to a date to be determined. The agenda contains only procedural items and a notice about public attendance and streaming for the original date.

• Meeting for superintendent interview (Adam Smith) cancelled and rescheduled to a future date
• Public attendance limited to 50% capacity with mask and temperature screening requirements (for original date)

Town Hall Meeting (Superintendent Search-Sito Narcisse)

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will hold a town‑hall meeting to present and discuss candidate Sito Narcisse for superintendent. Attendees may comment publicly by submitting remarks through the BoardDocs agenda link. The meeting will be streamed live on YouTube and limited to 50% capacity with mask and temperature screening requirements.

• Public comment period via BoardDocs hyperlink
• Presentation of Sito Narcisse resume, reference letters, entry plan, and playbook
• Live streaming of the meeting on YouTube
• Reduced room capacity to 50% with mandatory masks and temperature checks

Superintendent Interview (Sito Narcisse)

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board holds a special meeting to interview Sito Narcisse for the superintendent of schools position. The meeting is limited to 50% capacity, with masks and temperature screening required. No decisions are being made; this is a discussion and information item only.

• Interview with Sito Narcisse for EBR Superintendent of Schools
• Attachments include Narcisse’s resume, reference letters, and entry plan
• Meeting streamed live via YouTube; link on school board website

Special Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board voted to retroactively adopt the voting procedure used at its December 17, 2020 regular meeting to narrow the selection of superintendent candidates. The board also announced upcoming town halls and interviews with three superintendent finalists: Marla Sheppard, Sito Narcisse, and Adam Smith. The special meeting was held under COVID-19 protocols including 50% capacity, mask requirements, and temperature screening.

• Retroactively adopted the voting procedure used on Dec. 17, 2020 to narrow superintendent candidates (motion carried unanimously)
• Announced town halls and interviews for candidates Marla Sheppard (Jan 6), Sito Narcisse (Jan 7), and Adam Smith (Jan 8)
• Meeting held at 50% capacity with mandatory masks and temperature screening
• Meeting streamed live on YouTube; written public comment accepted via BoardDocs
• Public comment period provided before and during action items

The School Board voted to retroactively adopt the voting procedure used during the December 17, 2020, meeting. This procedure was used to narrow the selection of superintendent candidates.

• Retroactively adopted superintendent applicant voting procedure (8-0)

Town Hall Meeting (Superintendent Search-Marla Sheppard)

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is holding a town hall meeting to discuss and gather public input on Marla Sheppard, a candidate for Superintendent of Schools. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and includes public comment opportunities.

• Discussion with Marla Sheppard, candidate for EBR Superintendent of Schools
• Public attendance limited to 50% capacity with mask and temperature screening requirements
• Meeting streamed live on YouTube and public comments accepted via BoardDocs

Superintendent Interview (Marla Sheppard)

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is interviewing Marla Sheppard for the position of superintendent. The meeting will be held in person at 50% capacity with mask and temperature screening requirements, and will also be live-streamed on YouTube.

• Interview with Marla Sheppard for Superintendent of Schools
• Public attendance limited to 50% capacity of the Professional Development Center meeting room
• All attendees required to wear masks and undergo temperature screening
• Meeting streamed live via YouTube; link available on BoardDocs