Harford County Public Schools public meetings in 2023

4 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - NO EVENING SESSION

The Board of Education held a hybrid meeting, hearing public comments including several on the Gaza humanitarian crisis, receiving reports from the student board member and superintendent, and hearing appointments from employee and advisory groups. The board approved a consent agenda including bids and contracts, an operating budget financial report, a COVID relief grant report, and actions on FY24 federal grants for school safety, Title I, Title II, Title III, and BRIDGES programs.

• Public forum speakers addressed the district's response to the Gaza humanitarian crisis
• Approved consent agenda with removal of item 5K
• Approved FY24 School Safety Grant Program
• Approved FY24 Title I, Part A Grant for disadvantaged student achievement
• Approved FY24 Title IV-B 21st CCLC BRIDGES grants

The Board of Education approved several grant programs, contracts, and administrative resolutions. Key decisions included modifying the 2025-2026 academic calendar to restore specific school days and establish office closures.

• Approved 2025-2026 academic calendar restoration of school days on Dec 22 and Dec 23, 2025
• Approved 2025-2026 academic calendar closure of schools and offices on Feb 17, 2026
• Approved 2025-2026 academic calendar closure of schools and offices on May 27, 2026
• Approved FY24 School Safety Grant Program (SSGP)
• Approved FY24 Title I, Part A Grant (Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged)
• Approved FY24 Title II, Part A Grant (Supporting Effective Instruction)
• Approved FY24 Title III, Part A Grant (English Language Acquisition)
• Approved FY24 Title IV-B 21st CCLC BRIDGES Grants

7 p.m. Special Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Hybrid

The Howard County Board of Education voted to appoint William J. Barnes as Acting Superintendent effective January 10 to June 30, 2024, contingent on state approval. The board also approved a resolution to conduct a national search for a permanent superintendent.

• Approved employment contract for William J. Barnes as Acting Superintendent for Howard County Public Schools (Jan 10 – June 30, 2024)
• Approved resolution to conduct a national search for a permanent superintendent
• Personnel actions restricted from student member vote under Maryland law

The Board of Education approved the appointment and employment contract of William J. Barnes as Acting Superintendent. The Board also resolved to conduct a national search for a permanent Superintendent.

• Approved Resolution for Acting Superintendent (7-0)
• Approved employment contract for William J. Barnes as Acting Superintendent from Jan 10, 2024 to June 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution to conduct a national search for Superintendent (8-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County convened a virtual closed meeting on December 11, 2023, to discuss bids/proposals and personnel matters. The meeting was closed under exceptions for competitive bidding and personnel discussions. Votes were taken to approve the closed session.

• Motion to close meeting for bids/proposals discussion
• Motion to close meeting for personnel matters
• Board voted 5-0 to close; two members not present

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss bids and proposals. Staff shared the process for awarding bids and proposals, and board members asked clarifying questions. No substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss bids and proposals (5-0)

11 a.m. Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County and County Council

The Howard County Board of Education and County Council are meeting jointly. They will hear a transportation update, a P3 presentation from AIAI, and discuss local revenue options to better fund school needs and bridge gaps. Also on the agenda are selecting a site for High School #14 and the search process for a new superintendent. No final decisions are listed; these are discussion items.

• Discussion of local revenue streams to better fund school needs and bridge existing gaps
• Presentation on public-private partnerships (P3) from the Association for the Improvement of American Infrastructure
• Consideration of a site for High School #14
• Search process for a new superintendent
• Transportation update

The Board of Education and County Council discussed transportation updates, P3 infrastructure models, and funding gaps. The Board announced plans for a nationwide search for a new superintendent. No formal votes were recorded during this joint meeting.

• Returning to 8 a.m. start times beginning in 2024-2025 school year
• Board of Education bringing Policy 5200 back for review
• Nationwide search for next Superintendent initiated for July 1, 2024 start date
• Acting Superintendent to be appointed December 14, 2023

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Howard County Board of Education held a virtual closed meeting on December 7, 2023. The board voted unanimously to close the session to discuss legal advice and personnel matters, including appointment, employment, and performance evaluation of specific individuals. No public decisions or discussions were conducted, as the entire meeting was closed.

• Motion to close session under Maryland law for legal advice and personnel discussions
• Unanimous vote (7-0) to convene closed meeting
• Student member included as non-voting participant in closed session
• Meeting held virtually at 4:30 p.m.
• Board members Robyn Scates and Jacquelin McCoy absent for initial vote

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss personnel matters and obtain legal advice. The minutes record that a vote was taken regarding a legal issue, but the specific outcome and details of the personnel discussion were not disclosed.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (6/0)
• Approved motion to include student member as non-voting member (7/0)
• Voted on a legal matter (outcome not recorded)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education will elect a chair and vice chair, hear public comments on capital budget and school renovations, and consider approval of modified Policy 10000 on student, parent, family, and community engagement. Consent agenda items include staff personnel, school construction report, bids and contracts, and donations.

• Election of board chair and vice chair
• Public forum comments on Centennial HS renovations, Dunloggin MS rebuild, capital improvements program
• Approval of modified Policy 10000 Student, Parent, Family, and Community Engagement
• Consent agenda: staff personnel action, school construction monthly report, bids and contracts
• Donations report

The Board of Education elected new leadership and approved several updated policies regarding graduation, grading, nepotism, and community engagement. The Board also approved the 2024 January-March Quarterly Agenda and various consent items.

• Elected Jennifer Swickard Mallo as Board Chair
• Elected Yun Lu as Board Vice Chair
• Approved amended Policy 10000 Student, Parent, Family, and Community Engagement
• Approved modified Policy 7020 Nepotism
• Approved modified Policy 8030 Graduation Requirements
• Approved modified Policy 8020 Grading and Reporting: Middle and High School
• Approved 2024 January-March Quarterly Agenda
• Approved restricted consent agenda including staff personnel, bids, and contracts

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a procedural closed meeting of the Howard County Board of Education. The board voted unanimously to go into closed session to discuss personnel matters, including appointments, employment, and performance evaluations. No public business will be conducted.

• Unanimous vote to close the meeting for personnel discussions

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss a personnel issue. The minutes record that a vote was taken on the matter, but the specific outcome and details were not disclosed.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (7/0)
• Voted on a personnel matter (outcome not recorded)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a procedural closed meeting of the Board of Education. The board voted unanimously to convene a closed session to discuss personnel matters, specifically regarding appointments, employment, or performance evaluation of employees. No public decisions were made.

• Motion to close session passed 6-0 (one absent) to discuss personnel
• Meeting held virtually at 4:30 p.m. on November 27, 2023

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss a personnel issue. The Board voted on the matter, though the specific outcome and vote tally were not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (6/0)
• Voted on a personnel issue (outcome not specified)

2:00 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County convened a virtual closed meeting on November 20, 2023, to conduct collective bargaining negotiations. The public was not permitted to attend. The board voted unanimously to close the session for this purpose.

• Motion to close session for collective bargaining negotiations passed 5-0
• Meeting held virtually at 10910 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss the status of collective bargaining negotiations. While the minutes state the Board voted on matters following staff recommendations, the specific outcomes of those votes were not recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Collective Bargaining Negotiations (5/0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education considered its FY2025 Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Program, voting down an amendment to add the Dunloggin Middle School project. The Board also accepted the FY2023 audit and approved consent agenda items including contracts, financial reports, and agreements for bus detour routes and park improvements.

• Motion to include Dunloggin MS project in FY2025 capital budget failed (1 yea, 6 nay)
• Board accepted FY2023 audit report
• Approved right-of-entry agreement for student buses to use private road as detour in Montgomery Run Condominium Subdivision
• Approved license agreement for improvements to Atholton Neighborhood Park under Maryland Program Open Space
• Approved consent agenda including bids/contracts, operating budget financial report, and COVID relief grant report

The Board of Education approved the 5-year Capital Improvement Program and 10-year Long Range Master Plan, both amended to include the Dunloggin Middle School project starting in FY 2026. The Board also accepted the FY 2023 audit report and approved several restricted consent items including bids and contracts.

• Approved Dunloggin MS renovation and addition to begin in FY 26 (6-1)
• Approved 5-year CIP with Dunloggin MS amendment (4-3)
• Approved 10-year Long Range Master Plan with Dunloggin amendment (4-3)
• Accepted FY 2023 audit report (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (7-0)
• Approved Right of Entry Agreement for student buses at Montgomery Run Condominium (7-0)
• Approved License Agreement for Atholton Neighborhood Park improvements (7-0)
• Directed Superintendent to develop a review timeline for Policy 5200 (7-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County convened a virtual closed meeting on November 13, 2023, to conduct collective bargaining negotiations. The board voted unanimously to close the session for discussions related to negotiations.

• Motion to close session for collective bargaining negotiations carried unanimously by the board members (Yun Lu, Antonia Watts, and others).

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations. The Superintendent presented recommendations, and the Board requested a follow-up meeting. No substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Collective Bargaining Negotiations (7/0)

2:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Howard County Board of Education moved to convene a closed meeting to obtain legal advice. The motion, proposed by Yun Lu and seconded by Antonia Watts, was approved by a vote of six yeas with one member not present. The board cited a constitutional, statutory, or judicial requirement that restricts public disclosure of the matter.

• Motion to move to closed session for legal advice (approved)
• Meeting announcement (procedural item)

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to consult with legal counsel. No substantive decisions or policy changes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to obtain legal advice (6/0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education held a hybrid meeting to review reports, appointments, and several grant awards. Action items included the approval of staff personnel matters, school construction reports, and multiple educational grants.

• FY24 Judy Center Early Learning Hub Grant award
• FY24 Title IIA Grant award
• FY24 Preschool Passthrough (IDEA Part B) Grant award
• Educational Paraprofessional Day resolution
• School construction monthly report

The Board of Education approved Policy 2060 regarding Advisory Committees to the Board. Several grants and personnel actions were approved via the restricted consent agenda. The Board also approved a proclamation for Native American Heritage Month.

• Approved Policy 2060 Advisory Committees to the Board of Education (8-0)
• Approved FY24 Judy Center Grant (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Title IIA Grant (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Preschool Passthrough (IDEA Part B) Grant (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (7-0)
• Approved Proclamation for Native American Heritage Month (8-0)
• Approved Resolution for Educational Paraprofessional Day (8-0)
• Approved staff personnel action for Nicole Carter (7-0)

8:15 a.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Howard County Board of Education convened a virtual closed meeting on November 1, 2023, to discuss personnel matters, including appointment, employment, compensation, and performance evaluations. The board voted unanimously to close the session under state law allowing confidential personnel discussions.

• Unanimous vote to enter closed session for personnel discussion
• Attendees include Board members Jolene Mosley, Jennifer Swickard Mallo, Robyn Scates, Jacquelin McCoy, Yun Lu, Linfeng Chen, Antonia Watts

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss a personnel matter. No substantive decisions or votes on personnel actions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (7-0)

7:00 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a closed meeting of the Howard County Board of Education. The board voted unanimously to convene a closed session to discuss personnel matters, including appointments, evaluations, or other individual employee issues. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Motion to close session citing personnel matters, carried 6-0 (one absent)
• Closed meeting includes discussion of specific individuals' employment or performance
• No public agenda items or votes on policy, budget, or operations

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss a personnel item. No substantive decisions or votes on the personnel matter were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (6/0)

4 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - NO EVENING SESSION

The Board of Education of Howard County meets in a hybrid afternoon session with no evening portion. They will take public comments on topics including parental rights, policies, and outdoor education, then hear reports and vote on a consent agenda covering financial reports, grants, contracts, and donations.

• FY24 Pre-K Expansion Grant action item
• FY24 Ready for Kindergarten (R4K) Grant action item
• Bids and contracts action item
• Operating Budget Financial Report for July-Aug 2023
• Donations report

The Board of Education approved the 2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan for submission to the Public-School Construction Office. The Board also approved several grants for Pre-K and kindergarten readiness, along with various bids and contracts.

• Approved 2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan (8-0)
• Approved FY24 Pre-K Expansion Grant (7-0)
• Approved FY24 Ready for Kindergarten (R4K) Grant (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (7-0)
• Approved Operating Budget and COVID Relief Grant reports (7-0)
• Approved donations (8-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from Oct 11, 12, 17, and 19 (8-0)
• Approved closed meeting minutes from Oct 18 and 23 (7-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a virtual closed meeting of the Board of Education. The board voted unanimously to close the session to consult with counsel regarding pending litigation, with no public business conducted.

• Board voted 5-0 to close the meeting for legal advice on pending litigation
• Closed agenda item: Legal Advice – Pending Litigation

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to obtain legal advice. The minutes record that a vote was taken on a legal issue, but the specific nature of the issue and the outcome of the vote were not disclosed.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to obtain legal advice (5/0)
• Voted on a legal issue (outcome not recorded)

4:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Meeting

The Board of Education is reviewing proposed legislative priorities for the upcoming year. The discussion includes topics such as school funding, recruitment, and transportation.

• Blueprint - Adequate Funding
• Blueprint - Phased Implementation
• Recruitment & Retention
• Transportation - Adequate Funding
• Capital Funding - Local Match

The Board of Education held a virtual legislative meeting to present proposed 2024 legislative priorities to the Howard County Delegation. The session consisted of updates and discussions on funding, staffing, and facilities; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

4:00 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting on October 18, 2023, to consult with counsel on legal advice. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items: moving to close the session and including the student member as a non-voting participant. No public discussion or decisions on substantive matters are listed.

• Board voted 5-0 to close the meeting to obtain legal advice
• Student member of the Board included in the closed session as non-voting
• Meeting held virtually; location listed as 10910 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to obtain legal advice. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to obtain legal advice (5/0)
• Approved motion to include the student member as a non-voting member (5/0)

7 p.m. Virtual Board of Education Meeting with PTA Presidents & CAC

This is a procedural virtual meeting of the Howard County Board of Education with PTA Presidents and CAC. The agenda includes opening items, a period for concerns, questions, and comments from PTA presidents and registered CAC members, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial items are listed.

• Concerns, Questions, and Comments of PTA Presidents and Registered CAC Members

The Board of Education met with PTA Presidents and the Community Advisory Council for an informal discussion. No formal actions were taken or decisions made during the meeting.

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Howard County Board of Education is meeting to act on a consent agenda that includes staff personnel actions, a school construction monthly report, bids and contracts, a right-of-way easement for Murray Hill Middle School/Gorman Crossing ES, and several grants (NSA STARTALK, CLIG, LAFF). The meeting also includes a public forum on immersion programs and professional development, reports from student and superintendent, and appointments to HCEA and PTA Council.

• Approval of staff personnel actions (Nicole Carter)
• School Construction Monthly Report (Daniel Lubeley)
• Bids and Contracts (Robert Bruce)
• Right of Entry Agreement and Deed of Easement for infrastructure improvements at Murray Hill Middle School/Gorman Crossing ES campus
• Grants: NSA STARTALK 2023-25, FY24 Consolidated Local Implementation Grant, FY24 Local Application of Federal Funds Grant

The Board of Education approved the 2023 update for curriculum and instructional resources. The Board also approved several restricted consent items including grants, bids, and a right of entry agreement for school infrastructure improvements.

• Approved Curriculum and Instructional Resources - 2023 Update (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Right of Entry Agreement and Deed of Easement for Murray Hill Middle School/Gorman Crossing ES Campus (6-0)
• Approved NSA STARTALK 2023-25 Grant (6-0)
• Approved FY24 Consolidated Local Implementation Grant (CLIG) (6-0)
• Approved FY24 Local Application of Federal Funds Grant (LAFF) (6-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (6-0)
• Approved Staff Personnel (Nicole Carter) (6-0)
• Approved September 21 and September 28 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 not present)

9:45 a.m. Hybrid Joint Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County and County Council

The Board of Education and County Council will hold a joint meeting to discuss the FY2025 operating and capital budgets, including a capital improvement program through FY2030. They will also review the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance (APFO) regarding school capacity that exceeds thresholds, and receive a transportation update. No final decisions are indicated; this is a discussion and information-sharing session.

• FY2025 operating budget discussion with preliminary development timeline attached
• FY2025 capital budget and FY26–FY30 capital improvement program with multiple scenario memos
• APFO review of school capacity exceeding thresholds, with a chart attached
• Housing allocation discussion as part of APFO
• Transportation update

The joint meeting focused on preliminary discussions regarding the FY2025 operating and capital budgets and school capacity thresholds. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded. The session included updates on student transportation and the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance.

4:30 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Work Session & Approval - *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2025 Capital Budget & FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program

The Board of Education held a work session and approved the Superintendent's Proposed FY 2025 Capital Budget of $75,738,000 and the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. They rescinded prior motions for replacement schools at Dunloggin and Oakland Mills Middle Schools, instead opting for full renovation and addition with a cafetorium. The board also discussed a mold remediation plan for Oakland Mills High School.

• Approved FY 2025 capital budget of $75,738,000; total FY 2026-2030 CIP request is $489,773,000
• Changed Dunloggin Middle School from replacement to full renovation and addition
• Changed Oakland Mills Middle School from replacement to full renovation and addition with cafetorium
• Discussed current mold remediation plan at Oakland Mills High School
• Approved state priority listing for capital budget submission by October deadline

The Board of Education approved the fiscal 2025 capital budget. It also changed the planned approach for Oakland Mills and Dunloggin Middle Schools from replacement to full renovation and addition.

• Approved FY 2025 capital budget of $75,738,000 (5-1)
• Approved full renovation and addition for Oakland Mills and Dunloggin Middle Schools instead of replacement (4-2)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

1:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Audit Committee

The Audit Committee of the Howard County Board of Education will hear status updates on audits at several schools. Completed audits include Clemens Crossing Elementary and Patuxent Valley Middle. Audits at Dunloggin Middle, Lime Kiln Middle, Swansfield Elementary, and West Friendship Elementary are in process. The committee will also discuss a risk assessment and schedule its next meeting for March 1, 2024.

• Clemens Crossing Elementary School audit completed
• Patuxent Valley Middle School audit completed
• Dunloggin Middle School audit in process
• Risk assessment review
• Next meeting scheduled for March 1, 2024 with financial audit presentation

The Audit Committee approved the meeting agenda by consensus. Members expressed support for the risk assessment process, which will inform the School System’s strategic plan. The committee received status updates on several school audits.

• Approved agenda by consensus
• Expressed support for risk assessment process

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Howard County Board of Education approved its agenda and heard public comments on bus transportation and walking safety. It adopted several consent agenda items, including a grant for Running Brook Elementary and the educational specifications for the new Regional Early Childhood Center. The board also approved a proclamation designating October 2023 as National Principals’ Month.

• Approval of the meeting agenda (motion carried).
• Public forum comments on bus/transportation issues and walking students.
• Grant approval for Advancing Academic Excellence for Black Boys – Year 2 Funds for Running Brook ES.
• Adoption of Regional Early Childhood Center Educational Specifications.
• Proclamation naming October 2023 National Principals’ Month.

The Board of Education approved educational specifications for the Regional Early Childhood Center and several restricted items including bids, contracts, and funding for Running Brook ES. The board also approved four national proclamations and the quarterly agenda for October-December 2023.

• Approved Regional Early Childhood Center Educational Specifications (7-1)
• Approved Year 2 funds for Advancing Academic Excellence for Black Boys at Running Brook ES (7-0)
• Approved Composition of Negotiating Teams (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (7-0)
• Approved donations (8-0)
• Approved proclamations for National Principals' Month, National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, National LGBTQ History Month, and National School Lunch Week (8-0)
• Approved 2023 October-December Quarterly Agenda (7-0)
• Approved closed meeting minutes from 09/20/2023 (7-0)

4:15 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a procedural closed meeting where the Board of Education voted to convene in private to consult with counsel for legal advice. No public business was conducted. The student board member was included as a non-voting participant.

• Motion to close session for legal advice carried 7-0
• Student member included as non-voting participant
• Board member Jacquelin McCoy not present for vote

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to obtain legal advice. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to obtain legal advice (7/0)
• Approved motion to include the student member as a non-voting member (7/0)

4:30 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Transportation Work Session

The Howard County Board of Education held a transportation work session to discuss a plan to support on-time arrival of school buses. Board members reviewed a memo and presentation on the topic and posed questions. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only.

• Work session on transportation focusing on a plan to support on-time arrival of school buses
• Board members reviewed a memo dated 9-14-2023 and a presentation dated 9-19-2023
• Board members submitted questions and received responses, including a document on split teachers
• Agenda approved with unanimous vote (8-0)

The Board of Education conducted a transportation work session. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were recorded in the minutes beyond the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda (8-0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County approved a consent agenda including staff personnel actions, a school construction monthly report, bids and contracts (with separate votes on items PS03 and PS04, approved 4-2), and several grant awards (Margins to Center, Title IIA First Allocation, and SY23-24 Influenza and COVID-19 Supplemental Funding). The meeting also included a public forum with speakers on special education restraint and seclusion and boys volleyball in high schools, along with reports from the student board member and superintendent.

• Public forum comments on special education restraint/seclusion and boys volleyball in high schools
• Approval of bids and contracts, with split votes on items PS03 and PS04 (passed 4-2)
• Margins to Center grant award approved
• Title IIA First Allocation grant award approved
• SY23-24 Influenza and COVID-19 Supplemental Funding approved

The Board of Education approved its legislative program, OBRC appointments, and a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month. The Board rejected the 2023-2024 Inclement Weather Asynchronous Instruction Plan. Various grants, bids, and personnel actions were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Board of Education Legislative Program (7-0)
• Approved OBRC submitted appointments (7-0)
• Rejected 2023-2024 Inclement Weather Asynchronous Instruction Plan (3-4)
• Approved Proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month (7-0)
• Approved bids and contracts PS03 and PS04 (4-2)
• Approved other bids and contracts (6-0)
• Approved Restricted Consent Agenda items including staff personnel and grants (6-0)
• Approved donations and August 31 meeting minutes (7-0)

12:00 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education is holding a virtual closed meeting to consult with counsel regarding bus contracts. The agenda consists only of a motion to close the session and a motion to include the student member as a non-voting participant. No public business is conducted.

• Closed session to obtain legal advice on bus contracts
• Motion to close session carried 6-0
• Student member included as non-voting participant

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to obtain legal advice regarding bus contracts. No substantive decisions or votes on the contracts were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal advice on bus contracts (6/0)
• Approved motion to include the student member as a non-voting member (6/0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Howard County Board of Education held a hybrid meeting with public forums and a public hearing on the FY 2025 capital budget and FY 2026-2030 capital improvement program. A motion to direct the superintendent to begin a comprehensive review of transportation issues, including a root cause analysis, failed by a vote of 4-3-1. The board approved administrative appointments, transfers, and consent agenda items including staff personnel, bids and contracts, a school construction report, and a deed of easement for Talbot Springs ES.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 capital budget and FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Motion for comprehensive transportation review fails (4 yea, 3 nay, 1 abstain)
• Public forum topics: compostable bins, language courses, bus safety, official boys volleyball, secure firearm storage resolution
• Approved administrative appointments and promotions (action carried)
• Consent agenda approved: staff personnel action, bids and contracts, school construction monthly report, Talbot Springs ES deed of easement

The Board approved several administrative appointments, staff personnel updates, and property deeds for Talbot Springs ES, Hammond HS, and Guilford Park HS. A motion to direct the Superintendent to conduct a comprehensive review of transportation issues failed.

• Approved Administrative Appointments and Promotions
• Denied motion for comprehensive review of transportation issues
• Approved Staff Personnel (Restricted Consent)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (Restricted Consent)
• Approved deeds of easement for Talbot Springs ES, Hammond HS, and Guilford Park HS
• Approved Guilford Park HS property deed and public works petition for Ridgelys Run Road
• Approved State Personnel Development Grant and School Improvement Supplemental Grant
• Approved FY24 Students with Disabilities Nonpublic Placements Grant

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting on August 21, 2023. The board voted unanimously to convene a closed session to discuss personnel promotions and collective bargaining negotiations. No public action was taken.

• Motion approved to close the meeting for personnel and negotiation discussions
• Agenda includes discussion of personnel promotions
• Agenda includes discussion of negotiations
• Meeting held virtually and closed to the public

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss personnel promotions and collective bargaining negotiations. While the minutes state that the Board voted on both matters, the specific outcomes and vote tallies for those items were not recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (5/0)

12:00 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Committee

The Howard County Board of Education Legislative Committee will meet virtually to discuss proposed legislative platform/priorities and plan for a September delegation meeting. The committee will also finalize its 2023-2024 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of proposed legislative platform/priorities
• Planning for September delegation meeting
• Scheduling of 2023-2024 committee meeting dates (Jan 3, Jan 17, Jan 31, Feb 14, Feb 28, Mar 13, Apr 3, 2024, all at 9:30 a.m.)
• Virtual meeting; public may observe by emailing [email protected]

The committee reviewed several proposed legislative issues and determined which would be included as priorities for the upcoming session. Decisions focused on school infrastructure, teacher recruitment, and Board of Education governance.

• Included menstrual hygiene product funding as a legislative priority
• Included removal of local funding matches for capital projects as a legislative priority
• Included research on Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance triggers as a legislative priority
• Included universal meals to reduce school meal waste as a legislative priority
• Included addressing bus driver shortages as a legislative priority
• Included Blueprint for Maryland’s Future funding and implementation delays as a legislative priority
• Included school year length and teacher recruitment/retention as legislative priorities
• Included Board of Education member pay and election best practices as legislative priorities

3:30 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Policy Committee

The Board of Education Policy Committee will consider approval of an amended Policy 8000 on curriculum. They will also discuss student representation on committees, policy naming and referencing, and policy reporting measures. The meeting is virtual; community members can observe by emailing the board.

• Amended Policy 8000 – Curriculum for approval
• Discussion: Student representation on committees
• Discussion: Referencing policies and adjusting policy names
• Discussion: Policy reporting and measures
• Review of status of current policies under revision

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County convened a virtual closed meeting to discuss personnel appointments and promotions, litigation with a bus contractor, and the superintendent's evaluation. The board voted unanimously to close the session under state law for these specific matters. No public decisions were made during this closed portion.

• Personnel - Appointments and Promotions
• Legal - Bus Contractor Litigation
• Personnel - Superintendent's Evaluation
• Unanimous vote to close session (7-0)

The Board of Education met in a closed session to address personnel and legal matters. Members voted on the Superintendent's recommendations for administrative appointments and promotions. The Board also received updates on bus driver litigation and discussed the Superintendent's evaluation.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (7/0)
• Voted on administrative appointments and promotions (vote tally not recorded)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting on July 24, 2023, to discuss personnel compensation. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session under an exception for personnel matters. No public decisions were made.

• Motion to close meeting for personnel compensation discussion carried 6-0
• Meeting held virtually, not open to the public

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss personnel compensation, employment, assignment, and promotion. The minutes state that the Board voted on the matter, but the specific outcome of that vote was not recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel compensation (6-0)
• Voted on personnel compensation, employment, assignment, and promotion (outcome not recorded)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education met in hybrid session and approved a consent agenda covering personnel actions, the May FY23 operating budget financial report, a COVID relief grant report, a school construction monthly report, bids and contracts, community use of schools fees for 2023-2024, and several grant awards. Public forum included a plea to suspend school bus cuts for the 2023-2024 year. The board also administered the oath to a new student member and approved administrative appointments.

• Public forum: Plea to suspend school bus cuts for 2023-2024 year
• Operating Budget Financial Report for May FY23 approved
• School Construction Monthly Report approved
• Community Use of Schools Fees for 2023-2024 approved
• FY24 Perkins V Formula Grant approved

The Board of Education directed the Superintendent to review the first 60 days of transportation and non-transportation areas for the 2023-2024 school year. The Board also approved a new policy regarding school-sponsored publications and productions. Various administrative appointments and financial reports were approved via consent agendas.

• Directed Superintendent to review first 60 days of transportation and non-transportation areas (8-0)
• Approved Policy 9030 School-Sponsored Publications and Productions (7-0)
• Approved administrative appointments and promotions (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Restricted Consent Agenda including staff personnel, bids, contracts, and grant awards (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including donations and 2023-2024 cluster assignments (8-0)
• Approved 06-22-2023 regular meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved 06-28-2023 and 07-10-2023 closed meeting minutes (7-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting to discuss personnel matters, specifically appointments and promotions, as permitted under state law. No public decisions were made during this closed session.

• Move to close session for personnel discussions, passed unanimously
• Discussion of personnel appointments and promotions in closed meeting

The Board of Education met in a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The Board voted on the Superintendent's recommendations for administrative appointments and promotions.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (6/0)
• Voted on administrative appointments and promotions (vote tally not recorded)

11:00 a.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting on June 28, 2023, where they voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss personnel appointments and promotions. No public business was conducted.

• Motion to close session carried 6-0, citing personnel matters (appointments and promotions).
• Closed session agenda included only one item: Personnel – Appointments & Promotions.

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss the employment, assignment, and promotion of specific individuals. The Superintendent presented recommendations for administrative appointments and promotions, which the Board voted on.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel appointments and promotions (6-0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda that included acceptance of a $1,176,915 Maryland Works grant from the Maryland State Department of Education, as well as an operating budget financial report, COVID relief grant report, bids/contracts, and donations. The board also approved personnel appointments and promotions effective July 1, 2023, a proclamation recognizing the student board member, and a renewed dual enrollment memorandum of understanding with Howard Community College for FY24. Public forum comments addressed bus transportation safety concerns and COVID learning gaps.

• Accepted $1,176,915 Maryland Works grant from Maryland State Department of Education
• Approved updated FY24 dual enrollment MOU with Howard Community College
• Approved administrative appointments and promotions effective July 1, 2023
• Heard public comments on bus transportation safety and COVID learning gap
• Approved operating budget financial report and COVID relief grant budget report

The Board of Education approved the FY 2024 Audit Plan and the FY 2024 Operating Budget Review Committee charter. Members also approved administrative appointments and promotions effective July 1, 2023, and a dual enrollment MOU with Howard Community College.

• Approved administrative appointments and promotions effective July 1, 2023 (7-1 abstain)
• Approved FY 2024 Audit Plan (7-0)
• Approved amended FY 2024 OBRC Charter (8-0)
• Approved FY24 Howard Community College Dual Enrollment MOU (8-0)
• Approved Maryland Works Grant (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (7-0)
• Approved Proclamation for Student Member of the Board of Education (8-0)
• Approved Operating Budget and COVID Relief Grant financial reports (7-0)

1:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Audit Committee

The Board of Education's Audit Committee will hear updates on audits at several schools, including Clemens Crossing Elementary (started), Dunloggin Middle (planned), and Forest Ridge Elementary (completed). The committee will also discuss an OBRC update on activities and resolutions, and consider a proposed FY2024 Internal Audit Plan. Additionally, they will approve meeting dates for the 2023-2024 committee year.

• Clemens Crossing Elementary School audit (started)
• Dunloggin Middle School audit (planned)
• Forest Ridge Elementary School audit (completed)
• OBRC update on activities and resolutions
• Proposed FY2024 Internal Audit Plan

The committee approved the meeting dates for the 2023-2024 term. Members received status updates on school audits and system reviews, including the completion of the OLA report.

• Approved agenda by consensus
• Approved 2023-2024 meeting dates (9/22/23, 3/1/24, and 6/14/24) by consensus

1 p.m. Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Retreat

This is a retreat meeting of the Howard County Board of Education. The agenda includes team-building exercises, a review of superintendent and board roles, and norming discussions around Policy 2000. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Strengths Finder session led by Molly Young of the Maryland Association of Boards of Education
• Discussion of superintendent and board roles and responsibilities
• Norming session on Policy 2000

The Board of Education held a public retreat to discuss the distinct responsibilities of board members and the superintendent. The session focused on governance, management, and the application of Policy 2000. No formal votes or policy changes were decided during the meeting.

9:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee reviewed outcomes of the 2023 legislative session and began planning for the 2024 session. They also approved a schedule of eight committee meetings for the 2023-2024 school year. No specific legislation or dollar amounts were discussed.

• Review of 2023 legislative session
• Planning for 2024 session
• Approval of 2023-2024 committee meeting dates: Aug 16, 2023; Jan 3, Jan 17, Jan 31, Feb 14, Feb 28, Mar 13, Apr 3, 2024

The committee approved a series of meeting dates spanning from August 2023 to April 2024. Members discussed the 2023 legislative session and planning for the 2024 session. No formal position was recommended regarding County Council Bill 30-23.

• Approved agenda by consensus
• Approved meeting dates for 8/16/23, 1/3/24, 1/17/24, 1/31/24, 2/14/24, 2/28/24, 3/13/24, and 4/3/24 by consensus
• Did not recommend a position on County Council Bill 30-23

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a procedural closed meeting of the Board of Education. The board voted unanimously to convene a closed session to discuss personnel appointments and promotions, as well as collective bargaining negotiations. No public action or discussion is scheduled.

• Motion to close session citing personnel and negotiation exceptions carried 6-0
• Closed agenda includes Personnel – Appointments & Promotions
• Closed agenda includes Negotiations

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss administrative appointments, promotions, and collective bargaining matters. While the minutes state that the Board voted on these items, the specific outcomes and individual names were not recorded in the public document.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (6/0)
• Voted on administrative appointments and promotions (outcome not specified)
• Voted on collective bargaining negotiations (outcome not specified)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County met on June 8, 2023. They approved administrative appointments and transfers, heard public comments on bullying, immersion programs, school capacity, and bussing, and passed a consent agenda that included 2023-2024 school lunch prices, bids and contracts, a lease agreement for Roving Radish Kitchen, and several grants.

• Approved administrative appointments and promotions
• Public forum topics: bullying, immersion program, feasibility study at BWES, bussing at Hammond ES/MS
• Approved 2023-2024 school lunch prices
• Approved bids and contracts (details not specified)
• Approved lease agreement between HCPSS and Howard County for Roving Radish Kitchen

The Board of Education approved several policy revisions regarding graduation requirements, instructional resources, and bullying and harassment for students and employees. The Board also approved administrative appointments, school lunch prices, and various grants.

• Adopted revised Policy 8030 Graduation Requirements (8-0)
• Approved Policy 8040 Selection of Instructional Resources (8-0)
• Adopted revised Policy 9460 Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, and Intimidation Involving Students (8-0)
• Adopted new Policy 7140 Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, and Intimidation Involving HCPSS Employees (8-0)
• Adopted modified Policy 9010 Attendance (8-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 School Lunch Prices (7-0)
• Approved administrative appointments and promotions (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved FY23 Education Support Professional Bonus Program and Violence Intervention & Prevention Program grants (7-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting on June 5, 2023, to discuss personnel appointments and promotions. The board voted unanimously to convene in closed session under state law. No public decisions or substantive actions were taken during this procedural meeting.

• Motion to close session by Yun Lu, second by Antonia Watts; carried 6-0 (Jolene Mosley not present)
• Closed session agenda: Personnel – Appointments & Promotions

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss the employment, assignment, and promotion of specific individuals. The Superintendent presented recommendations for administrative appointments and promotions, which the Board voted upon.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Personnel – Appointments & Promotions (6/0)

3 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - NO EVENING SESSION

The board adopted the FY2024 operating budget ($1,421,154,941), capital budget ($109,127,000), and a five-year capital improvement program ($541,613,000) through FY2029. It also set tuition rates for in-state, out-of-state, and special education students and approved a long-range master plan totaling over $1 billion. Consent agenda items included donations, a local children's board MOU, and financial reports.

• Adoption of FY2024 Operating Budget: $1,421,154,941
• Adoption of FY2024 Capital Budget: $109,127,000
• FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program: $541,613,000
• Tuition rates: in-state $12,690, out-of-state $19,430, special ed $38,070 (in-state) / $58,290 (out-of-state)
• Local Children's Board Program Memorandum of Understanding approved

The Board of Education approved the FY 2024 Operating and Capital budgets, the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program, and the FY 2024-2033 Long-Range Master Plan. The Board also set tuition rates for in-state and out-of-state students and approved the amended Student Code of Conduct for the 2023-2024 school year.

• Approved FY 2024 Operating Budget of $1,421,154,941 (6-1)
• Approved FY 2024 Capital Budget of $109,127,000 (6-1)
• Approved FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program of $541,613,000 (6-1)
• Approved FY 2024-2033 Long-Range Master Plan of $1,089,193,000 (6-1)
• Approved tuition rates: In-State Elementary/Secondary $12,690, Special Education $38,070, Out-of-State Elementary/Secondary $19,430, Special Education $58,290 (7-0)
• Approved amended Student Code of Conduct for 2023-2024 (8-0)
• Approved Restricted Consent Agenda including bids and contracts (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including donations and Local Children’s Board MOU (8-0)

4:30 p.m. Hybrid Meeting - Work Session - *FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program

The Howard County Board of Education held a work session to discuss and vote on the FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program. The board adopted Scenario #7 as amended and directed staff to submit it to the County Council. It also voted to reallocate a social work position to a grant and to advance option 2 for categorical budget markers, excluding 9th grade PSAT and 5th grade COGAT testing.

• Adopted Scenario #7 as amended for FY 2024 budget, submitted to County Council
• Reallocated one social work position to a grant to fund a nature conservancy position
• Advanced option 2 for categorical provisional budget markers, excluding PSAT and COGAT testing
• Vote on Scenario #7: 6 yea, 1 nay (McCoy)
• Agenda approved unanimously with 7 yeas

The Board of Education approved a specific budget scenario to be submitted to the County Council. They also decided on the priority of categorical provisional budget markers and a staff position reallocation. These decisions impact the funding and staffing for the FY 2024 budget and the FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program.

• Adopted Scenario #7 as amended for submission to County Council (6-1)
• Redirected Superintendent to reallocate one social work position to a grant to fund the nature conservancy position (6-0-1)
• Advanced option 2 as priority for provision of categorical provisional budget markers, excluding 9th grade PSAT and 5th grade COGAT testing (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

9:30 a.m. Hybrid Meeting - Work Session - *FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program

The Howard County Board of Education held a work session to finalize the FY 2024 operating and capital budgets. After rejecting one scenario, the board approved a plan that reduces expenditures by $40.8 million and uses $17.5 million from fund balance, a $6.7 million technology fund transfer, and $2.265 million in other revenue. A separate motion to add $3.5 million for a workforce development initiative failed.

• Adopted Scenario 5 to close a $67.3 million budget gap
• Reduced requested expenditures by $40.8 million
• Used $17.5 million from projected fund balance and $6.7 million from Technology Fund
• Motion to include $3.5 million for Workforce Development Board initiative failed
• Work session on FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program

The Board approved a plan to close a $67.3 million budget gap through $40.8 million in expenditure reductions and $26.465 million in one-time revenues. A separate proposal to fund a Workforce Development Board initiative was denied.

• Approved plan to address $67.3 million budget gap via $40.8 million in expenditure reductions and $26.465 million in one-time revenues (6-0)
• Denied motion to address budget gap using Scenario #5 (3-2)
• Denied $3.5 million funding for Workforce Development Board initiative (3-2)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

4:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Policy Committee

The Board of Education Policy Committee will meet virtually to discuss and possibly approve Policy 9400 Student Behavior Intervention. The agenda also includes a status update on Policy 10020, review of the policy process on the website, and scheduling of 2023-2024 committee meeting dates.

• Approval of Policy 9400 Student Behavior Intervention
• Status update on Policy 10020
• Review of Policy on Website Process
• Approve 2023-2024 committee meeting dates (8/10/23, 1/4/24, 3/14/24, 5/16/24)

The Board of Education's Policy Committee approved Policy 2040 as amended and Policy 9400. The committee also established the meeting schedule for the 2023-2024 year. Members reviewed a presentation on improving website policy accessibility.

• Approved Policy 2040 as amended (consensus)
• Approved Policy 9400 (consensus)
• Approved 2023-2024 meeting dates for 8/10/23, 1/4/24, 3/14/24, and 5/16/24 at 3:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m. Hybrid Meeting - Work Session - *FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program

The Board voted to approve an amended FY 2024 capital budget for submission to the County Council, incorporating additional state funds approved by the Interagency Commission on School Construction. The Board also received five new recommendations from the Operating Budget Review Committee and held a work session on FY 2024 operating and capital budgets and the FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program.

• Approval of amended FY 2024 capital budget, including $22 million in pass-through grant funds for Faulkner Ridge Center and $13 million for Applications and Research Laboratory
• St. Johns Lane Elementary School HVAC project allocated $2.713 million; ARL exterior walls project allocated $3.719 million
• Operating Budget Review Committee presented five new budget recommendations approved on May 3 and 10, 2023
• Work session on FY 2024 budget adoption scenarios and balancing options
• Board approved meeting agenda unanimously

The Board of Education approved the amended FY 2024 Capital budget. The meeting was adjourned early at 6:38 p.m. due to technical difficulties.

• Approved the agenda (6-0)
• Approved amended FY 2024 Capital budget for submission to the County Council (6-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County convened a virtual closed meeting on May 17, 2023, to discuss personnel appointments/promotions and obtain legal advice on pending litigation. The board voted 5-0 to close the session.

• Motion to close session carried 5-0 (Yea: Swickard Mallo, Scates, Lu, McCoy, Watts; not present: Chen)
• Agenda includes personnel appointments & promotions
• Agenda includes legal advice on pending litigation

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss administrative appointments and promotions. The Board also consulted with counsel regarding pending litigation. Specific outcomes of these discussions were not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (5/0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board voted to ratify master agreements with the Howard County Association of Supervisors and Administrators (HCASA) and its Non-Certificated Supervisory unit. It also approved consent agenda items including staff personnel actions, school construction report, bids and contracts, donations, committee assignments, and the retention of legal counsel for social media litigation.

• Ratification of master agreement with HCASA (administrators)
• Ratification of master agreement with HCASA-NCS (non-certificated supervisory)
• Retention of law firm Baird Mandalas Brockstedt Federico & Cardea for social media multi-district litigation
• School construction monthly report
• Donations report

The Board of Education ratified master agreements with two HCASA bargaining units and confirmed Lamia Ayaz as the 2023-2024 Student Member of the Board. The Board also approved modifications to the academic calendar and rescinded the Ombudsman policy.

• Ratified Master Agreement with HCASA Administrators (7-0)
• Ratified Master Agreement with HCASA-Non-Certificated Supervisory (7-0)
• Confirmed Lamia Ayaz as 2023-2024 Student Member of the Board (8-0)
• Approved Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance Chart for County Council submittal (8-0)
• Added May 14, 2024, Primary Election Day to academic calendar (7-0)
• Added October 9, 2023, as a Professional Learning Day (6-2)
• Rescinded Policy 2030 Ombudsman (8-0)
• Amended Policy 2040 to strike the word 'abusive' (8-0)

4:30 p.m. Hybrid Meeting - Work Session & Public Hearing - *FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program

The Howard County Board of Education held a hybrid work session and public hearing on the FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and the FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program. The work session included discussion of budget adoption scenarios, the county executive's budget proposal, and a Blueprint motion. A public hearing followed with 24 community members testifying.

• Work session on FY 2024 operating and capital budgets and FY 2025-29 capital improvement program
• Public hearing with 24 individuals and groups submitting oral and written testimony
• Board memos on budget adoption scenarios, county executive's budget proposal, and Blueprint motion

The Board of Education held a work session and public hearing regarding the FY 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and the FY 2025-29 Capital Improvement Program. No substantive decisions were made regarding the budgets during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

9:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Committee

The Howard County Board of Education Legislative Committee will approve its agenda, review a proposed County Council bill concerning student loan assistance, and set dates for its 2023‑2024 meetings. The meeting is held virtually due to the public health emergency. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of agenda (procedural)
• Consideration of County Council legislation on student loan assistance
• Scheduling of 2023‑2024 committee meeting dates (TBD)
• Virtual meeting due to public health emergency

The Board of Education's Legislative Committee met virtually to consider proposed legislation. The committee reached a consensus to support bill CB14-2023 with amendments.

• Approved the meeting agenda by consensus
• Agreed to support bill CB14-2023 with amendments by consensus

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County met in hybrid session on April 27, 2023. They approved the agenda, heard public comments, and took action on personnel items including administrative appointments and a teacher contract non-renewal. The consent agenda included financial reports on the operating budget and COVID relief grants, as well as bids and contracts and donations. The board also nominated members for the MABE Board of Directors.

• Non-renewal of a teacher's contract (staff personnel, item 6C)
• Approved administrative appointments and promotions
• Received operating budget financial report
• Received COVID Relief Grant budget-to-actual report
• Approved donations report

The Board of Education approved replacement school options for Oakland Mills and Dunloggin Middle Schools. Members also approved administrative appointments, relocatable classroom assignments for 2023-2024, and the 2023-2024 meeting schedule.

• Approved replacement school option 3 for Oakland Mills MS (8-0)
• Approved replacement school option 3 for Dunloggin MS (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved staff recommendations for 2023-2024 relocatable classroom installation/demolition (7-0)
• Approved administrative appointments and promotions (5-0)
• Approved non-renewal of teacher's contract (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 Schedule of Board of Education Meetings (8-0)
• Approved proclamations for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month (8-0)
• Requested Superintendent reports on FY 2024 budget elements regarding Blueprint programs and teacher certification (8-0 and 7-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This meeting is a purely procedural closed session. The Board voted unanimously to convene a closed meeting to consult with counsel for legal advice on pending or potential litigation.

• Motion to close session for legal advice (Motion by Yun Lu, second by Antonia Watts; carried 6-0)

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to consult with counsel and obtain legal advice. No substantive decisions or votes on the legal matter were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss a legal matter (6-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a procedural closed meeting of the Howard County Board of Education. The only agenda item is to discuss personnel matters, including appointments, employment, and performance evaluations, in a session closed to the public. No public decisions or policy items are on the agenda.

• Motion to close session to discuss personnel matters (appointments, evaluations, etc.)

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss personnel, including the employment, assignment, and promotion of specific individuals. The Superintendent presented a recommendation for administrative appointment, which the Board voted on.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (6-0)
• Voted on Superintendent's recommendation for administrative appointment (outcome not specified)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education will administer the oath of office to new member Robyn Scates, hear public comments, and vote on ratifying collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME, the Howard County Education Association (HCEA), and the HCEA Educational Support Professionals. The consent agenda includes a school construction monthly report and a FY2023 categorical transfer request.

• Oath of office administered to new board member Robyn Scates
• Ratification of agreement with American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
• Ratification of master agreement with Howard County Education Association (HCEA)
• Ratification of agreement with HCEA Educational Support Professionals (HCEA-ESP)
• Consent agenda includes school construction monthly report and FY2023 categorical transfer

The Board of Education approved contracts for AFSCME, HCEA, and HCEA-ESP. The Board also approved modified Policy 10040 regarding Charter Schools and authorized the 2023-2024 Policy Committee Reviews.

• Ratified agreement with AFSCME (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Ratified agreement with Howard County Education Association (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Ratified agreement with HCEA-Educational Support Professionals (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved modified Policy 10040 Charter Schools (8-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 Proposed Policy Committee Reviews (8-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved FY 2023 Categorical Transfer (7-0)
• Approved staff personnel action for Nicole Carter (7-0)

9:45 a.m. Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County and County Council

The Board of Education and County Council meet jointly to discuss Maryland's Blueprint for the Future, including the local implementation plan, focus areas, and funding formulas. A separate item covers safety of students and teachers. The meeting is televised and live-streamed.

• Blueprint Local Implementation Plan
• Focus Areas/Pillars of the Blueprint
• Funding Formulas and Costs discussion
• Safety of Students and Teachers discussion

The joint meeting consisted of presentations and discussions regarding the Maryland Blueprint for the Future and student safety. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

This is a virtual closed meeting of the Howard County Board of Education. The board voted unanimously to convene a closed session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations, an ethics panel recommendation, and to obtain legal advice. No public business was conducted.

• Board voted 5-0 to close the meeting (one member not present)
• Closed session topics: negotiations, ethics panel recommendation, legal advice
• Meeting was virtual, held at 4:30 p.m. on March 29, 2023

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss collective bargaining, an ethics panel recommendation, and a legal matter. While the minutes state the Board voted on each of these items, the specific outcomes and vote tallies were not recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (5-0)
• Voted on collective bargaining negotiations (outcome not recorded)
• Voted on Ethics Panel recommendation (outcome not recorded)
• Voted on legal matter presented by General Counsel (outcome not recorded)

9:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Committee

The Board of Education Legislative Committee meets virtually to discuss proposed bills, other legislative issues, and future meeting dates. No specific bills or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda. The meeting is not open to in-person public access.

• Consideration of proposed bills (none named in agenda)
• Scheduling of 2023-2024 committee meeting dates (to be determined)
• Virtual-only meeting with no public access to Department of Education building

The committee approved the agenda and agreed to follow the previous year's scheduling process for debriefing and establishing legislative priorities. Staff provided status updates on several bills, including the Public Employee Relations Act and Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.

• Approved the meeting agenda by consensus
• Approved the meeting process for debriefing and priority recommendations by consensus

2:00 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County is holding a virtual closed meeting to discuss the evaluation of the superintendent. The meeting is closed to the public under state law for personnel matters. No other public business is on the agenda.

• Motion to close the meeting to discuss the Superintendent's Evaluation
• Approved by a 5-0 vote to enter closed session
• Agenda item: Personnel - Superintendent's Evaluation

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss the Superintendent's evaluation. No substantive decisions or votes on the evaluation were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (5-0)

4 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - NO EVENING SESSION

The Board of Education of Howard County held a hybrid meeting on March 21, 2023, approving consent agenda items such as the Operating Budget Financial Report, COVID Relief Grant Budget to Actual Report, and Ethics Panel Findings of Fact. The board also approved proclamations for National Volunteers/Partnership Recognition Week (April 16-22) and Arab American Heritage Month (April 2023), and took action on bids and contracts. Public forum included comments on Black Lives Matter lessons, Harper's Choice Middle School, reading, and transportation.

• Public forum comment on Black Lives Matter lessons during Black History Month
• Approval of Operating Budget Financial Report
• Approval of Ethics Panel Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Recommendations
• Proclamation for National Volunteers/Partnership Recognition Week (April 16-22)
• Proclamation for Arab American Heritage Month (April 2023)

The Board of Education approved updates to the Instructional Materials List and the Legislative Committee's recommended positions for the 2023 General Assembly. The Board also approved various bids, contracts, and proclamations. Several financial and progress reports were presented for information.

• Approved additions and deletions to the Instructional Materials List (7-0)
• Approved Legislative Committee's recommended positions as amended (6-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation for Arab American Heritage Month (6-0)
• Approved Proclamation for National Volunteers/Partnership Recognition (6-0)
• Approved Ethics Panel Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Recommendations (5-0)
• Approved Operating Budget and COVID Relief Grant Budget reports (5-0)
• Approved donations and previous meeting minutes (6-0)

4:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Policy Committee

The Howard County Board of Education Policy Committee will review and vote on two amended policies: Policy 9280 concerning school use of community or reportable offenses, and Policy 9400 on student behavior intervention. The committee will also discuss recommendations from the Superintendent's Standing Policy Group for the 2023‑24 school year, as well as policies on attendance, the interscholastic athletic program, and a potential new calendar policy. A status chart of policies under review will be presented, and the next meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2023.

• Amended Policy 9280 – School Use of Community or Reportable Offenses (approval)
• Amended Policy 9400 – Student Behavior Intervention (approval)
• Policy 9010 – Attendance (discussion)
• Policy 9080 – Interscholastic Athletic Program (discussion)
• Potential New Calendar Policy (discussion)

The Policy Committee approved revisions to Policy 9280 regarding school use of community or reportable offenses. The committee partially approved changes to Policy 9400, pending further revisions to one section. Several other policies were scheduled for future board discussion.

• Approved revised Policy 9280 School Use of Community or Reportable Offenses (consensus)
• Approved recommended changes to Policy 9400 Student Behavior Intervention except for section IV.I.2 (consensus)
• Agreed to have Dr. Perry discuss civic engagement as a discretionary day for Policy 9010 Attendance (consensus)
• Agreed to bring Policy 9070 Interscholastic Athletic Program to the Board for discussion (consensus)

9:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Committee

The Board of Education Legislative Committee will hold a virtual meeting to consider proposed bills and other legislative issues. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and scheduling, but no specific bills or details are listed in the provided text. The next meeting is scheduled for March 29, 2023.

• Meeting held virtually due to public health emergency
• Proposed bills for consideration (no details provided)
• Next meeting scheduled for March 29, 2023

The Legislative Committee reviewed several proposed bills and reached consensus on their positions. The committee opposed eight of the bills presented and agreed to support one bill with amendments.

• Opposed HB0849 (School Bus Stops – Violations – Enforcement and Safety Measures)
• Opposed HB0900/SB0355 (Occupational Safety and Health – Public Buildings – Indoor Air Quality)
• Supported with amendments HB0458/SB0360 (Public School Construction – Grant Programs, Approvals, and Administration – Alterations)
• Opposed HB0343 (Education – Public School Athletics – Basketball Schedule)
• Opposed HB0119 (Primary and Secondary Education – Comprehensive Health Education Framework - Established)
• Opposed HB1203 (County Boards of Education and Public Schools – Committees and Task Forces – Open Meetings Act)
• Opposed HB1010/SB0753 (Public Information Act – Personnel Records of Elected Officials and Joint Ethics Committee Records)
• Opposed HB0984 (Public Employee Relations Act)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County voted to convene a closed meeting to discuss legal advice, an ethics complaint (case #03/2022-2023), and the superintendent's evaluation. No public votes or decisions were made during this closed session.

• Motion to close session carried 5-0
• Legal advice discussion
• Ethics Complaint #03/2022-2023
• Superintendent's evaluation discussion

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to receive legal advice and discuss personnel matters. The minutes record that votes were taken regarding an ethics complaint and a personnel matter, though the specific outcomes were not disclosed.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (5/0)
• Voted on Ethics Complaint #03/2022-2023 (outcome not recorded)
• Voted on a personnel matter (outcome not recorded)

7 p.m. Board of Education Meeting with PTA Presidents & CAC

This is a procedural meeting of the Howard County Board of Education with PTA Presidents and the Community Advisory Council (CAC). The agenda includes only opening remarks, a period for concerns, questions, and comments from registered PTA presidents and CAC members, and adjournment. No specific decisions or substantive discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period for PTA presidents and registered CAC members

The Board of Education met with PTA Presidents and the Community Advisory Council for an informal discussion. No formal actions were taken or votes cast during the meeting.

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County will discuss and vote on several consent agenda items, including a memorandum of understanding with MSDE for student mental health services, staff personnel actions, school construction updates, special education grants, donations, and meeting minutes. They will also receive a report from the Operating Budget Review Committee. Public forum includes one speaker regarding Harper's Choice Middle School.

• MSDE Student Health Services MOU for mental health support
• School Construction Monthly Report
• FY23 Judy Center at Cradlerock Grant
• Staff Personnel action
• Operating Budget Review Committee report

The Board of Education directed staff to audit the curriculum to enhance representation of marginalized and oppressed peoples. The Board also adopted a revised curriculum policy and approved the April-June 2023 quarterly agenda.

• Directed Superintendent to audit curriculum for representation of marginalized and oppressed groups (7-0)
• Adopted revised Policy 8000 Curriculum effective July 1, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Legislative Committee recommendations excluding HB0960 (6-0)
• Approved April-June 2023 Quarterly Agenda as amended (6-0)
• Requested public sharing of FY2024 budget commitments (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (6-0)
• Approved MSDE Student Health Services MOU (7-0)
• Denied support for HB0960 Asian American History Curriculum Requirement (3-3)

1:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Audit Committee

The Audit Committee of the Howard County Board of Education is meeting virtually to discuss audit statuses for several schools, including completed, planned, and ongoing audits. The agenda also includes system audit updates, risk assessment planning, PTA meetings, and board assistance items such as budget work sessions.

• School audits: CLES, MHHS, SJLES, WLHS completed; CCES, HCMS, HoHS, MRHS planned; FRES ongoing
• System audits: OLA status update and next risk assessment
• Board assistance: OBRC update and resolutions, budget work sessions, budget analyst
• Next meeting scheduled for June 16, 2023

The committee nominated a chair and approved the meeting agenda. Staff provided status updates on various school and system audits, including completed audits for four schools. No other substantive policy or financial decisions were made.

• Nominated Jolene Mosley as Committee Chair
• Approved meeting agenda by consensus

9:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Board of Education's Legislative Committee. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, consideration of proposed bills (none specified), other legislative issues, and scheduling. The only concrete item is the scheduling of future committee meetings on March 15 and March 29, 2023.

• Scheduling of future committee meetings: March 15 and March 29, 2023, at 9:30 a.m.

The Legislative Committee reviewed and established support or opposition positions for various state bills. Decisions were made regarding cyber safety, teacher preparation, and curriculum requirements. The committee scheduled final position discussions for March 15, 2023.

• Support w/amendments: SB0799 (Cyber Safety Guide)
• Support w/amendments: HB0568 (Student-Organized Peaceful Demonstrations)
• Oppose: HB0737 (Right to Learn Act of 2023)
• Oppose: HB0739 (Truancy Reduction Act of 2023)
• Oppose: HB0699 (Vaccination by Choice Act)
• Support w/amendments: HB0961 (School Psychologist Recruitment Program)
• Support: HB0888 (Prekindergarten Alternative Teacher Preparation Program)
• Support w/amendments: SB0893 (Maryland Educator Shortage Act of 2023)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County is holding a virtual closed meeting to discuss negotiations and personnel matters. The only agenda item is a restricted consent action regarding negotiations. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Motion to close session citing collective bargaining negotiations and personnel matters
• Negotiations item listed as Action (Restricted Consent)

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss the status of collective bargaining matters. The Superintendent presented recommendations, and the Board voted on the matter, though the specific outcome of the vote was not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Collective Bargaining Negotiations (5/0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education approved the consent agenda including the Operating Budget Financial Report and the COVID Relief Grant Budget to Actual Report. They also approved donations, meeting minutes from prior sessions, and three proclamations: Employee Appreciation Week, Irish American Heritage Month, and Women's History Month. The meeting opened with a public forum and reports from student representatives and the superintendent.

• Approval of Operating Budget Financial Report
• Approval of COVID Relief Grant Budget to Actual Report
• Approval of donations (specifics not listed in agenda)
• Approval of meeting minutes from Feb 9, 13, 14, and 16, 2023
• Approval of proclamations for Employee Appreciation Week, Irish American Heritage Month, and Women’s History Month

The Board of Education approved high school start times for the 8:00 tier and adopted the 2024-2025 academic calendar. Members also approved specifications for new middle schools and modified the 2023-2024 school calendar. Several bids and contracts were decided, including the denial of PC 29.

• Approved high school start on the 8:00 tier (7-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 proposed academic calendar (7-0)
• Amended 2023-2024 calendar: last day June 11, 2024, and staff start August 17, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved Middle School Educational Specifications as amended (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts excluding PC 29 and PS 05 (6-0)
• Denied approval of PC 29 (3-1)
• Approved PS 05 (4-1)
• Approved Legislative Committee's recommendations (7-0)

4 p.m. Hybrid *BOE Adoption of FY 2024 Operating & Capital Budgets and FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County voted unanimously to adopt the FY 2024 Operating Budget of $1,454,700,825, the FY 2024 Capital Budget of $67,695,000, the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program of $477,834,000, and the FY 2024-2033 Long-Range Master Plan of $1,008,078,000. The board will submit the operating budget request to the County Executive. All actions were approved by a 6-0 vote.

• Adopted FY 2024 Operating Budget: $1,454,700,825
• Adopted FY 2024 Capital Budget: $67,695,000
• Adopted FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program: $477,834,000
• Adopted FY 2024-2033 Long-Range Master Plan: $1,008,078,000
• Approved meeting agenda

9:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Board of Education Legislative Committee. The agenda includes call to order, approval of the agenda, proposed bills for consideration, other legislative issues, scheduling of future meeting dates, and adjournment. No specific bills or issues are listed in the agenda, making the meeting primarily administrative.

• Scheduled future committee meetings on March 1, 15, and 29, 2023, all at 9:30 a.m. virtually.

The Legislative Committee reviewed and established positions on 18 proposed bills. The committee reached consensus on whether to support, oppose, or support with amendments for each piece of legislation.

• Support HoCo. 14-23 Public Campaign Financing (consensus)
• Support SB0259 Flavored Tobacco Products Prohibition (consensus)
• Support HB0321 Cigarette Restitution Fund (consensus)
• Oppose HB0266 Bronchodilator and Epinephrine Policies (consensus)
• Support w/amendments SB0573 School Health and Vision Services (consensus)
• Oppose HB0603 Nonpublic Schools Health Services Eligibility (consensus)
• Support SB0628 School-Based Health Centers (consensus)
• Support w/amendments HB0488 Janet L. Hoffman Loan Assistance (consensus)

1 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Work Session V of the *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Board of Education held a work session to discuss the Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget. They heard three new recommendations from the Operating Budget Review Committee and voted on several budget amendments. Approved additions include $660,000 for free AP exams, $52,000 for high school athletics and activities, and $48,000 for a multilingual liaison position. A motion to add $75,000 for contractual budget analysis services failed.

• Approved $660,000 for free AP exams for all students (Program 2801)
• Approved $52,000 for high school athletics and activities including Speech and Debate and Science Olympiad
• Approved $48,000 for a 1.0 Multilingual Liaison position and $6,130 in benefits
• Approved $105,000 for Instructional Team Leader Stipends for Related Arts Teachers plus $13,409 in benefits
• Approved repurposing $170,000 from Board of Education attorney funds for budget analysis services

The Board of Education approved several budget additions for high school athletics, AP exams, and staff positions. The Board also approved funding for basketball nets and instructional team leader stipends. One request for contractual budget analysis services was denied.

• Added $660,000 to Advance Placement (Program 2801) for free AP exams (5-0)
• Added $52,000 to High School Athletics and Activities (Program 8601) (5-0)
• Added $48,000 for 1.0 Multilingual Liaison and $6,130 for benefits (5-0)
• Added $83,849 for 1.0 Grant Writer and $15,579 for benefits (5-0)
• Added $105,000 for Related Arts Instructional Team Leader Stipends and $13,409 for benefits (5-0)
• Added $3,250 to Grounds Maintenance (Program 7801) for basketball nets (5-0)
• Repurposed $170,000 from Board attorney for budget analysis services and removed $31,586 from Fixed Charges (4-1)
• Denied $75,000 to Board of Education (Program 0101) for contractual budget analysis services (3-2)

9:30 a.m. Hybrid Joint Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County and County Council

This hybrid joint meeting of the Howard County Board of Education and County Council will discuss school start times, including challenges with before and after care and health concerns due to inadequate sleep. They will also address transportation and walking infrastructure, learning loss from the pandemic, and the Adequate Public Facilities Ordinance. The only action item is approval of the agenda.

• Discussion of school start times and transition assistance from the County Council
• Challenges with before and after school care
• Health concerns due to inadequate sleep
• Transportation and walking infrastructure
• Learning loss related to the pandemic

The joint meeting consisted of discussions regarding proposed school start times, strategies to address pandemic-related learning loss, and school capacity projections. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County approved a policy (Policy 9500) on educating student sex offenders and passed consent agenda items including staff personnel actions, a school construction monthly report, retroactive acceptance of awarded grants, a resolution on OBRC participation, donations, and multiple meeting minutes. A public forum was held with one speaker supporting school-based mental health.

• Policy 9500 Educating Student Sex Offenders - action approved
• School construction monthly report presented
• Retroactive acceptance of awarded grants approved
• Resolution on OBRC participation approved
• Donations (from Donations Report) approved

The Board of Education approved the naming of High School #13 and adopted a new policy regarding the education of student sex offenders. The Board also approved various bids, contracts, and legislative positions for the 2023 General Assembly.

• Named High School #13 as Guilford Park High School (7-0)
• Approved Policy 9500 Educating Student Sex Offenders (7-0)
• Approved Legislative Committee recommendations for 2023 General Assembly positions, excluding HoCo 16-23 (6-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (6-0)
• Approved OBRC Participation resolution (7-0)
• Approved retroactive acceptance of awarded grants (6-0)
• Approved staff personnel action for Nicole Carter (6-0)
• Approved donations (7-0)

1 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Work Session IV of the *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Board of Education held a work session to review the Superintendent's Proposed FY2024 Operating Budget, covering multiple departments and funds. No votes were taken; this was a discussion-only session on budget categories including operations, technology, and grants. The meeting proceeded through agenda approval and adjournment.

• Work session on Board of Education budget pages 107-111
• Work session on Executive Programs pages 112-136
• Work session on Operations pages 493-576 including Glenelg Wastewater Treatment Plant, School Construction Fund, Food and Nutrition Service, and Jim Rouse Theater
• Work session on Executive Technology Services pages 608-614

The Board of Education conducted a work session to review various components of the Superintendent's proposed FY 2024 operating budget. No substantive decisions or votes were made regarding the budget items discussed.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting - Public Hearing II - *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Board of Education held a second public hearing regarding the Superintendent's proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2024. Seven community members provided oral testimony during the meeting.

• Public Hearing II: Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Board of Education held a public hearing to receive testimony regarding the Superintendent's proposed FY 2024 operating budget. Seven community members presented testimony. No votes were taken on the budget proposal during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

2 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Work Session III of the *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Board of Education is holding the third work session on the Superintendent's proposed FY 2024 operating budget. They will discuss and take action on budget sections for Human Resources & Professional Development, Administration, and School Management & Instructional Leadership, including the Health Fund and Workers' Compensation Fund. Board members will also address questions and responses. The meeting is hybrid with limited public access.

• Work session on Human Resources & Professional Development (pages 175-204)
• Work session on Health Fund (pages 615-620)
• Work session on Workers' Compensation Fund (pages 621-624)
• Work session on Administration (pages 137-173) and Print Services Fund (pages 603-607)
• Work session on School Management & Instructional Leadership (pages 205-240)

The Board of Education conducted a work session to review the Superintendent's proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget. No substantive decisions or budget approvals were made during this session; the meeting was primarily procedural.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

1 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Work Session II of the *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Board of Education is holding a work session to review the Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget, focusing on two academic areas: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (pages 257-364) and Program Innovation & Student Well-Being (pages 365-444). No final decisions were made during this session; the agenda was approved unanimously.

• Approval of the agenda carried unanimously.
• Work Session II - Part A: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (CIA) academic budget review.
• Work Session II - Part B: Program Innovation & Student Well-Being (PISWB) academic budget review.
• Public attendance limited; registration required 48 hours prior.
• Meeting broadcast on Verizon 42, Comcast 95, and live streamed online.

The Board of Education conducted a work session to review the Superintendent's proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget. Discussions focused on Academics, specifically Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment, as well as Program Innovation & Student Well-Being. No substantive budget decisions were made during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda

9:30 Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Legislative Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Board of Education Legislative Committee. The agenda includes call to order, approval of agenda, proposed bills for consideration, other legislative issues, scheduling, and adjournment. No specific bills or issues are detailed in the provided agenda text; the only concrete item is the scheduling of four future committee meeting dates.

• Scheduling of four future meetings: Feb 14, Mar 1, Mar 15, and Mar 29, 2023

The Legislative Committee reviewed several proposed bills and determined whether to support or oppose them by consensus. The committee also decided to defer one bill pending an updated draft and referred another to the full Board for further discussion.

• Supported HB0176 (Local Public Campaign Financing)
• Supported HB0213 (Election Law - Boards of Education)
• Opposed SB0149 (September 11, 2001, Instruction)
• Opposed SB0238 and HB0099 (Financial Literacy Curriculum)
• Supported SB0127 (Student FAFSA Data Reporting)
• Supported SB0220 (Truancy Reduction Pilot Program)
• Supported SB0266 (Coordinated Community Supports Membership)
• Supported SB0021 (Sexual Offenses With a Minor) and HB0294 (Due Process for Children With Disabilities)

1 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Work Session I of the *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Board of Education is holding a work session to review the Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget. They will hear recommendations from the Operating Budget Review Committee (OBRC) and discuss revenues, academics, and special education funding.

• Operating Budget Review Committee presents five recommendations on the FY 2024 budget
• Work session on proposed revenues (page 52 of budget document)
• Work session on Division of Academics budget (pages 241-256)
• Work session on Special Education budget (pages 445-492)
• Agenda approved with vote 6-0

The Board of Education conducted a work session to review the Superintendent's proposed FY 2024 operating budget. Discussions focused on revenues, the Division of Academics, and Special Education. No substantive budget decisions were made during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Howard County Board of Education approved a resolution recognizing Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action (Feb 6-10) and a proclamation for African American History Month. The board also approved a consent agenda including FY23 Title IIA funding, an Impact Aid representative, donations, and several meeting minutes. An appointment to the Howard County Education Association was made.

• Resolution recognizing Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action
• Proclamation: African American History Month
• FY23 Title IIA action item
• Impact Aid (PL 81-874) representative appointment
• Donations report approved

The Board of Education approved legislative recommendations for the 2023 General Assembly and Howard County legislation. The board also approved various bids and contracts, a proclamation for African American History Month, and several consent agenda items including a resolution recognizing Black Lives Matter at School.

• Approved 2023 General Assembly legislative recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Howard County legislation recommendations (7-0)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (4-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved Proclamation for African American History Month (6-0)
• Approved Resolution Recognizing Black Lives Matter at School: Week of Action (6-0)
• Approved FY23 Title IIA restricted consent item (5-0)
• Approved Impact Aid (PL 81-874) restricted consent item (5-0)
• Approved donations from Anissa Dennis (6-0)

1:30 p.m. Hybrid Meeting - Work Session I School Start Times: SY 23/24 Final School by School Bell Time

The Board held a work session to discuss the final school-by-school bell times for the 2023-24 school year. A presentation was delivered on the proposed schedule. The agenda was approved unanimously. No vote on the bell times themselves was taken during this work session.

• Approval of meeting agenda (motion carried unanimously)
• Presentation titled 'Snooze or Lose Howard County School District' on start times
• Discussion of school-by-school bell time schedule for SY 2023/24

The Board of Education held a virtual work session to discuss final school-by-school bell times for the 2023-24 school year. No substantive decisions regarding start times were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

1 p.m. Hybrid Board of Education Presentation of the *Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget

The Howard County Board of Education held a hybrid meeting to receive the Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget. The board approved the meeting agenda and then heard a presentation from Dr. Michael Martirano. No other business was conducted.

• Presentation of the Superintendent's Proposed FY 2024 Operating Budget by Dr. Michael Martirano

The Board of Education held a virtual meeting to receive a presentation from Superintendent Dr. Michael Martirano regarding the proposed FY 2024 operating budget. No substantive decisions or votes were taken on the budget proposal during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting. The session was called to conduct collective bargaining negotiations.

• Collective bargaining negotiations

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations. The Superintendent presented recommendations, and the Board voted on the matter, though the specific outcome of the vote was not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss Collective Bargaining Negotiations (5/0)
• Voted on collective bargaining recommendations (outcome not recorded)

9:30 Legislative Committee Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education Legislative Committee will meet virtually to consider proposed bills and discuss other legislative issues. The agenda includes procedural items and scheduling future meetings; no specific bills are listed.

• Consideration of proposed bills (no details provided)
• Discussion of other legislative issues
• Scheduling of future meetings: Feb 1, Feb 15, Mar 1, Mar 15, Mar 29, 2023

The Legislative Committee reviewed multiple state and local bills, deciding to support, oppose, or request amendments for each. The committee also elected a new chair and updated its meeting schedule.

• Elected Dr. Yun Lu as Chair
• Opposed HB0069 (Parent Accountability Act) by consensus
• Supported HB0081 (Live Near Where You Teach Program) with amendments by consensus
• Opposed HB0085 (Class Size) by consensus
• Supported HB0143 (Career and Technical Education Committee Alterations) by consensus
• Opposed SB0011 (School Zone Speed Limits) by consensus
• Supported SB0109 (Systemic Renovation Projects Eligibility) by consensus
• Supported CB-05-2023 with amendments by consensus

4:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Policy Committee

The Board of Education Policy Committee will meet virtually to receive a policy orientation and review the status of current policies under review. The committee will also schedule the next meeting for March 30, 2023. The meeting is procedural with no specific policy proposals or votes listed on the agenda.

• Policy orientation session
• Review of status of current policies under review
• Scheduling of next meeting on March 30, 2023

The committee conducted a policy orientation for new member Dr. Linfeng Chen and reviewed the current policy activity chart. No substantive policy changes were decided. The committee rescheduled its next meeting to March 20, 2023.

• Approved the meeting agenda by consensus
• Rescheduled the next committee meeting to March 20, 2023, at 4:00 p.m.

7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting - Public Hearing I - School Start Times: SY 23/24 Final School by School Bell Time

The Howard County Board of Education held a public hearing to receive community input on the final school-by-school bell times for the 2023-24 school year. Eleven community members testified, both in person and via written submissions. No decisions were made; the meeting was solely for gathering public testimony.

• Public hearing on school start times for SY 23/24 final school bell times
• Oral testimony from 11 individuals and groups, including Start School Later Maryland
• Written testimony submitted via email and regular mail accepted
• Board approved the agenda unanimously before the hearing

The Board of Education held a public hearing where 11 community members provided testimony regarding the final school-by-school bell times for the 2023-24 school year. No substantive decisions were made regarding the start times during this meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)

4 & 7 p.m. Hybrid Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education took action on a consent agenda that included staff personnel, a school construction monthly report, and approval of three federal grant programs: FY23 Title IV-B BRIDGES, Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF), and Consolidated Local Implementation Grant (CLIG). Public forum featured five speakers commenting on Policy 8100. Appointments were presented for the Howard County Education Association (HCEA) and the Howard County Association of Supervisors and Administrators (HCASA).

• Public forum: five speakers on Policy 8100
• Approval of staff personnel action (restricted consent)
• School construction monthly report presented
• Approval of FY23 Title IV-B BRIDGES programs
• Approval of Local Application for Federal Funds and Consolidated Local Implementation Grant

The Board of Education approved Policy 9280 regarding school use of community or reportable offenses and authorized various bids and contracts. The Board tabled the naming of High School #13 until February 9, 2023. Several federal fund applications and restricted personnel items were also approved.

• Approved Policy 9280 School Use of Community or Reportable Offenses (unanimous)
• Tabled naming of High School #13 until February 9, 2023 (6-2)
• Approved Bids and Contracts (6-0)
• Approved FY23 Title IV-B BRIDGES Programs (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Consolidated Local Implementation Grant (CLIG) (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved staff personnel item for Nicole Carter (7-0)
• Approved December 15, 2022 and January 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

4:30 p.m. Virtual Closed Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County

The Board of Education of Howard County held a virtual closed meeting on January 11, 2023. The board voted unanimously to convene a closed session to discuss personnel matters, including appointments, employment, and performance evaluations. The agenda contained only procedural items and no public decisions or discussions.

• Motion to close session for personnel discussion carried 6-0, with one member not present
• Personnel item listed under agenda but no specific details provided due to closed session
• Meeting held virtually at 4:30 p.m. from 10910 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City

The Board of Education met in a virtual closed session to discuss a personnel matter. While the minutes state the Board voted on the matter after receiving legal advice, the specific outcome and vote tally of that decision were not recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel (6-0)

9:30 a.m. Board of Education Coffee and Conversation

The Howard County Board of Education is holding an informal Coffee and Conversation event at Mayfield Woods Middle School. The agenda includes welcome and introductions, small group discussions, and adjournment. No formal business decisions are scheduled.

• Event is held at Mayfield Woods Middle School, 7950 Red Barn Way, Elkridge, MD 21075
• Small group discussions are the main activity; no votes or public hearings listed

The Board of Education met with 12 community members to field questions and discuss school system topics. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during this session.

1:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting of the Board of Education of Howard County - Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will approve its agenda and review the status of several school audits, including planned audits at CLES, FRES, WLHS and ongoing audits at MHHS and SJLES, as well as the completed RHS audit and its audit resolution. It will also receive the BCPS system audit report and an update on the OLA review. The committee will consider Policy 2000, OBRC matters, and upcoming budget work sessions, and set the next meeting for March 23, 2023.

• RHS audit – completed (also discuss audit resolution)
• CLES audit – planned
• MHHS audit – ongoing
• BCPS Report – issued
• Policy 2000 – management assistance

The committee decided to include the Baltimore County Public Schools Report as an Information Item on the January 26, 2023, Board meeting agenda. Christina Delmont-Small was nominated as Committee Chair. The committee received status updates on several school and system audits.

• Approved amended agenda by consensus
• Nominated Christina Delmont-Small as Committee Chair
• Unanimously agreed to make Baltimore County Public Schools Report public via January 26 Board meeting agenda