Montgomery County Public Schools public meetings in 2023

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will elect board officers, hear public comments, and discuss student math/ELA performance data, staff climate survey results, and the FY2025 operating budget. The board will vote on the traditional and innovative school year calendars for 2024–2025 and consider a consent agenda with contracts for security systems, school construction projects, and energy savings agreements.

• Election of board officers
• Approval of 2024–2025 traditional and innovative school year calendars
• Preliminary plans for Burtonsville Elementary School replacement
• Contract approval for mobile panic alert system (RFP No. 22059TCG)
• Change order over $100,000 for Burnt Mills Elementary School major capital project

The Board of Education held elections for its leadership positions and approved several administrative reports. The board also authorized a closed session to discuss personnel and budget matters.

• Re-elected Karla Silvestre as Board president (unanimous)
• Elected Lynne Harris as vice president (5-3)
• Approved Resolution No. 495-23 to conduct a closed session for personnel and budget matters (unanimous)
• Approved modification and adoption of the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Approved resolution expressing sympathy for the death of Mary Photinakis (unanimous)
• Appointed Sarah E. Kio to a position recommended by the superintendent (unanimous)

Special Policy Management Committee Meeting (virtual)

The Policy Management Committee will hold a virtual special meeting to discuss Policy IDA regarding the School Year Calendar, specifically a draft update for the 2024-2025 school year. No votes or decisions are scheduled; only discussion is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of 2024-2025 Draft School Year Calendar Update

The Policy Management Committee reviewed community input and draft scenarios for the 2024-2025 school year calendar. The committee unanimously voted to send Calendar Scenario A, including specific date edits, to the full Board for final consideration.

• Approved sending Calendar Scenario A with edits to the full Board for December 5, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Agreed to move the student day off from October 31, 2024 to November 1, 2024
• Agreed to move the professional day from October 16, 2024 to October 18, 2024
• Supported school closure on June 6, 2025 for Eid al Adha

Facilities and Boundaries Decisions Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss and take action on the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Capital Budget and the FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order and agenda approval, with the main item being the capital budget review.

• Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Capital Budget and FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program (action/discussion item)

The Board of Education unanimously approved the Superintendent’s Recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget and the Fiscal Year 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The approved requests include a $320.89 million appropriation for FY2025 and a $246.3 million revised request for the State Capital Improvements Program.

• Approved FY 2025 Capital Budget appropriation request of $320.89 million (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program request of $1.999 billion (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2025 State Capital Improvements Program revised request of $246.3 million (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will hear from the external auditor on the FY2023 audit results, receive actuarial updates on pension and OPEB funds, and discuss the operating budget, energy savings contracts, and procurement. All items are discussion-only; no formal decisions are scheduled.

• External auditor presentation on FY2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Actuarial valuations for MCPS Pension and OPEB funds as of July 1, 2023, with recommended FY2025 funding requirements
• Update on FY2024 Operating Budget and development of Recommended FY2025 Operating Budget
• Energy Savings Performance Contract update
• Procurement process update

The committee received a clean audit report for Fiscal Year 2023 and reviewed actuarial valuations for pension and OPEB funds. Staff provided updates on the FY 2025 operating budget and energy savings contracts. No formal votes were recorded in the minutes.

Facilities and Boundaries Work Session

This is a work session where the Montgomery County Board of Education discusses follow-up from the Capital Improvements Program public hearings, reviews countywide projects and the capital maintenance plan, and considers the Northwood/Charles W. Woodward High School projects. No decisions are anticipated; the session focuses on discussion and review.

• Follow-up from Capital Improvements Program public hearings
• Review of countywide projects
• Review of capital maintenance (comprehensive maintenance plan)
• Northwood/Charles W. Woodward High School projects

The Board of Education held a work session to review recommended countywide projects, the comprehensive maintenance plan, and updates on Northwood/Charles W. Woodward High Schools. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made; the session focused on staff presentations and board inquiries.

• Approved the meeting agenda by consensus

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss and vote on a proposed M.E.C.C.A. Business Learning Institute Charter School, approve pilot courses, and receive curriculum updates. The meeting also includes discussion on career advising under the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. Numerous consent items include procurement contracts, HVAC replacement at Watkins Mill High School, and acceptance of completed school projects at Odessa Shannon Middle School, Harriet R. Tubman Elementary, and Walt Whitman High School.

• Discussion/Action on M.E.C.C.A. Business Learning Institute Charter School (adopted)
• Approval of pilot courses and curriculum updates
• Award of contract for Watkins Mill High School HVAC replacement Phase V
• Acceptance of Odessa Shannon Middle School addition/facility upgrade
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more

The Board of Education approved the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report and a resolution recognizing Veterans Day. The Board also held a closed session to discuss personnel matters, budget strategy, and administrative reports.

• Approved resolution for closed session to discuss personnel and budget (Unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing November 11, 2023, as Veterans Day (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for National Inclusive Schools Week (Unanimous)

Facilities and Boundaries Hearing with List of Speakers

The Montgomery County Board of Education held a public hearing on facilities and boundaries. Scheduled speakers included students, association representatives, designated cluster representatives, and individuals. The agenda consisted solely of hearing testimony; no decisions or proposals were listed.

• Students (3 minutes each) including Erin Ulloa, Eleni Brannan/Kim Mlynarski, Farah Hawks, and others
• Associations: Burning Tree PTA, Wootton SGA, MCCPTA President Debby Orsak
• Cluster representatives from Quince Orchard, Damascus, Gaithersburg, Magruder, Whitman, Walter Johnson, Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Blair, Wheaton, Einstein, Kennedy, Northwood, Paint Branch, Churchill
• Individuals (3 minutes each) including Amy Fitzgibbons and Lillian Rosen
• Meeting scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.

The Board of Education conducted a hearing to receive testimony from students, associations, and cluster representatives. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Facilities and Boundaries Hearing with List of Speakers

The Montgomery County Board of Education held a public hearing on facilities and boundaries, hearing testimony from municipalities, students, associations, and cluster representatives. No decisions were made; the hearing was for gathering public input on capital improvements and boundary matters.

• Mayors of Rockville and Takoma Park testified on capital improvements
• Students from multiple schools presented testimony on CIP
• Loiederman MS PTA, Burtonsville ES PTA, and Student Climate Action Council spoke
• Cluster representatives from Springbrook, Sherwood, Richard Montgomery, Wootton, Northwest, Clarksburg, Poolesville, Watkins Mill, and Seneca Valley testified
• Individual speakers also provided testimony

The Board of Education conducted a hearing to receive testimony from elected officials, students, associations, and cluster representatives. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session served as a forum for public comment and board inquiries.

Facilities and Boundaries Presentation and Preliminary Work Session

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a preliminary work session to discuss the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Capital Budget and the FY 2025–2030 Capital Improvements Program. A student enrollment update is also scheduled. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion and information session.

• Student Enrollment Update
• Discussion on funding the Capital Improvements Program
• Presentation of the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Capital Budget and FY 2025–2030 Capital Improvements Program

The Board of Education held a preliminary work session to review student enrollment projections and the Superintendent's recommended FY 2025 Capital Budget and FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. No decisions were made regarding the capital projects or budget recommendations during this session.

• Approved agenda by consensus
• Approved Resolution No. 459-23 to hold a closed session for legal advice regarding a personnel matter (unanimous among those present)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Board of Education will discuss the 2024–2025 draft school year calendar and review student data regarding evidence of learning results. The meeting also includes actions on various board policies, personnel appointments, and several construction and lease contracts.

• Discussion of 2024–2025 Draft School Year Calendar
• Review of Student Data/Pathway Milestone: Evidence of Learning: EOY 2022-2023 Results
• Gaithersburg Middle School HVAC Replacement Phase I Project contract award
• Westbrook Elementary School Addition Project acceptance
• Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary School Addition Project change order over $100,000

The Board of Education approved two administrative appointments and passed several proclamations for heritage and professional recognition months. The Board also held a closed session to discuss personnel, budget strategy, and legal matters.

• Appointed Michelle A. Ezeofor-Andrews as director, Office of Systemwide Safety and Emergency Management (Unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Kathryn E. Bojczyk as supervisor, Applied Research and Evaluation (Unanimous)
• Declared November 2023 National Native American Heritage Month and Nov. 24 Native American Heritage Day (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed November 6–10, 2023, as National School Psychology Week (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed October 2023 as National Principals Month (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 439-23 to conduct a closed session for personnel, budget, and legal matters (Unanimous)

Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will hear a presentation and discuss the Accountability Framework for the MCPS Strategic Plan FY2022-2025, which outlines pathways to college, career, and community readiness. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and procedural items.

• Discussion of Accountability Framework: The Pathway to College, Career, and Community Readiness

The Committee received an informational update on the Pathway to College, Career, and Community Readiness. Administration detailed the development of the pathway, community engagement efforts, and the rollout of data dashboards for staff.

FY2025 Operating Budget Preliminary Work Session

The Montgomery County Board of Education meets for a preliminary work session on the FY2025 Operating Budget. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of the FY2024 Base Operating Budget, which will inform the FY2025 budget development. The meeting opens with procedural items such as quorum and agenda approval.

• Presentation and discussion on the Fiscal Year 2024 Base Operating Budget

The Board of Education received a staff presentation regarding the use of FY2024 funding and early FY2025 budget projections. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made during this informational session.

• Approved the agenda by consensus

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Policy Management Committee will discuss an annual update on Policy JHC (Child Abuse and Neglect) and review draft options for the 2024-2025 school year calendar (Samples A and B). They will also consider a draft work plan for the committee, a framework for developing Policy GEA on appointment of selected leadership positions, and public comments on proposed amendments to policies BLB (appeals procedures) and ABC (parent and family involvement). No final decisions are being made at this meeting; items are under review for potential recommendation to the full Board.

• Review annual update on Policy JHC, Child Abuse and Neglect
• Review draft 2024-2025 school year calendar options (Samples A and B)
• Review draft 2023-2024 work plan for the Policy Management Committee
• Discuss framework for developing Policy GEA on appointment of selected leadership positions in MCPS
• Review public comments on draft amendments to Policy BLB (appeals) and Policy ABC (parent involvement)

The Policy Management Committee approved the 2023-2024 Work Plan and agreed to send proposed 2024-2025 school year calendar scenarios to the full Board. The Committee also recommended sending draft revisions for policies regarding parent involvement and appeals procedures to the full Board for final action.

• Approved Draft 2023-2024 Work Plan (consensus)
• Agreed to send proposed 2024-2025 calendar scenarios to full Board (consensus)
• Recommended sending Policy BLB, Rules of Procedure in Appeals and Hearings, to full Board (consensus)
• Agreed to send final draft of Policy ABC, Parent and Family Involvement, to full Board (motion carried)

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will adopt a closed‑session resolution, approve the meeting agenda, and discuss student performance data. It will adopt annual legislative priorities and, by consent, approve multiple procurement contracts for services such as school buses, security systems, and mental‑health therapy. Information reports on legal fees, construction progress, and contract awards will be presented. The board will also set a future closed‑session resolution and approve prior closed‑session reports.

• Adopt Resolution for Today's Closed Session (adopted)
• Approve Procurement Contracts of $25,000 or More (adopted)
• Approve Contract for RFP No. 063020‑TBB – school buses, accessories, parts, services (adopted)
• Approve Contract for Bid No. R220703 – facility integration and security system services, Region 4 extension (adopted)
• Approve Contract for RFP No. 4938.1 – school‑based in‑person and virtual mental health therapeutic services, extension (adopted)

The Board of Education approved its 2024 Annual Legislative Priorities platform and the monthly Human Resources and Development Report. The Board also issued death notices for two teachers and proclaimed National School Bus Safety Week. A closed session was held to discuss personnel, budget strategy, collective bargaining, and legal advice.

• Approved 2024 Annual Legislative Priorities platform (unanimous among those present)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for the death of teacher Carroll J. Alexander (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for the death of teacher Susan J. Loftus (unanimous)
• Proclaimed October 16–20, 2023, as National School Bus Safety Week (unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved closed session to discuss personnel, budget, bargaining, and litigation (unanimous among those present)

Board of Education Retreat

This is a Board of Education retreat focused on internal governance topics. The board will discuss roles and responsibilities, shared commitments, and the superintendent evaluation tool. No votes on specific policies or expenditures are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural and discussion-based.

• Closed session approval resolution
• Discussion of board roles and responsibilities
• Discussion of shared commitments
• Discussion of superintendent evaluation tool

The Board of Education met for a retreat to discuss roles and responsibilities, shared commitments, and the superintendent evaluation tool. The Board also held a closed session to discuss a personnel matter regarding an employee's employment status.

• Approved Resolution No. 414-23 to hold a closed session for a personnel matter (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 415-23 to adopt the revised meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 416-23 to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a business meeting with discussions on pre-kindergarten expansion under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and end-of-year reading data for grade 3. The board is scheduled to vote on consent items including acceptance of the John F. Kennedy High School addition project, approval of the FY2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan, and supplemental appropriations for federal grants. Recognitions and public comments are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of Pre-K Expansion - Blueprint Pillar 1
• Student Data/Pathway Milestone: End-of-Year 2022-2023 Reading Grade 3 (oral discussion)
• Acceptance of John F. Kennedy High School Addition Project
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan
• Supplemental appropriations for Stronger Connections Grant and Reducing Overidentification in Special Education Grant

The Board of Education approved the Fiscal Year 2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan and several consultant appointments for building automation and structural engineering. The Board also accepted the John F. Kennedy High School Addition Project and approved two supplemental grant appropriations for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Approved FY 2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved consultant appointments for Building Automation Systems Design (Unanimous)
• Approved consultant appointments for Structural Engineering Services (Unanimous)
• Accepted John F. Kennedy High School Addition Project (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 Supplemental Appropriation for Stronger Connections Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024 Supplemental Appropriation for Reducing Overidentification in Special Education Grant (Unanimous)
• Declared October 2023 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Unanimous)
• Declared October 2023 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Unanimous)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Montgomery County Board of Education Fiscal Management Committee will discuss the FY 2024 Operating Budget, Category 12 expenses for a required County Council report, and updates on internal audits, a legislative state audit, and operational changes. The committee will also hear about the transition to Cigna as a health provider for employees and retirees, and energy savings performance contracts. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information.

• Review of Category 12 expenses for FY 2023 ahead of September 30 County Council letter
• Discussion of Internal Audit Unit work plan for FY 2024
• Legislative state audit wrap-up including findings and corrective actions
• Overview of FY 2024 Operating Budget
• Update on transition to Cigna health care provider for MCPS employees and retirees

The committee received informational updates on the operating budget, the Legislative State Audit, and the transition to Cigna for health insurance. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee Agenda

The Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee will hear informational presentations from six community organizations, including Montgomery County Public Libraries, 480 Cares, the Latino American Health Initiative, George B. Thomas Saturday School, the Asian American Health Initiative, and Recovery and Academic Programming. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to updates and discussion.

• Informational summary of the April 25, 2023 meeting
• Presentation by Montgomery County Public Libraries (J. Tyler Chadwell-English)
• Presentation by 480 Cares (Joseph Hooks)
• Presentation by Latino American Health Initiative (Ingrid Lizama)
• Presentation by George B. Thomas Saturday School (Khadija Barkely)

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

The Committee on Special Populations will discuss high school enriched and accelerated options, including a presentation from academic staff. They will also review the informational summary from the May 15, 2023 meeting. The meeting runs from 10 a.m. to noon on September 11, 2023.

• Discussion of High School Enriched and Accelerated Options with presentation by Chief Academic Officer Peggy Pugh and other staff
• Review and approval of informational summary from May 15, 2023, Committee on Special Populations meeting
• Call to order and introductions at 10 a.m.
• Adjournment at 12 p.m.

The Committee adopted the informational summary from the May 15, 2023, meeting. Members received an informational briefing on MCPS efforts to increase access to enriched and accelerated academic opportunities for underrepresented student groups.

• Adopted informational summary for May 15, 2023 meeting

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss an overview of the 2023–2024 board meeting topics, the opening of schools, and early literacy data from the Dynamic Indicators of Early Basic Literacy Skills (DIBELS). They will also vote on consent items including procurement contracts of $25,000 or more, a contract for aftermarket automotive parts (Bid No. 7094.7), and the utilization of Fiscal Year 2024 funds for future projects. The Board will approve committee workplans and hear public comments from multiple residents.

• Discussion of 2022–2023 DIBELS early literacy data
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more (consent item)
• Contract approval for Bid No. 7094.7, Aftermarket Automotive Parts
• Appointment to the Board of Investment Trustees for the MCPS Retirement System Trust
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 committee workplans

The Board of Education approved the monthly Human Resources and Development Report and designated September 15 through October 15, 2023, as Hispanic Heritage Month. The Board also held a closed session to discuss budget strategy, legal advice, and personnel matters.

• Approved Resolution No. 386-23 to conduct a closed session (Unanimous)
• Approved the revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 389-23 expressing sympathy for the death of teacher Marilyn Katz (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 390-23 declaring September 15 to October 15, 2023, as Hispanic Heritage Month (Unanimous)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a revised business meeting including a closed session, public comments, a discussion on readiness for schools, and action on the Fiscal Year 2024 Program Evaluation Plan. Consent items cover procurement contracts of $25,000 or more, contract extensions for groceries and fuels, a supplemental appropriation for supply chain assistance, an end-of-year budget transfer, a change order for Poolesville High School, and a lease extension for relocatable classrooms.

• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more (consent)
• Contract extension for Bid No. 9103.11 Groceries, Staples & Spices
• FY2024 supplemental appropriation for Supply Chain Assistance Funds
• Change order for completion date extension at Poolesville High School
• Lease extension for relocatable classrooms

The Board of Education approved the monthly Human Resources and Development Report and three staff appointments. The Board also issued death notices for two employees and approved a revised agenda and closed session resolution.

• Approved revised resolution for closed session (unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Approved death notice for James W. Funk (unanimous)
• Approved death notice for Isaiah Thomas (unanimous)
• Appointed Janine G. Bacquie as director, Blueprint for Maryland’s Future (unanimous)
• Appointed Holly A. Van Puymbroeck as supervisor, School Library Media Programs (unanimous)
• Appointed Yared Velazques-Guider to a new position (unanimous)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Board will discuss and take action on the M.E.C.C.A. Business Learning Institute (MBLI) charter school proposal. They will also discuss 2023 Board Retreat outcomes and School Improvement Planning. The consent agenda includes numerous procurement contracts and contract extensions for speech-language services, private duty nursing, food supplies, and before/after school childcare at several elementary schools. Public comments from 20 speakers are scheduled.

• Discussion/Action on M.E.C.C.A. Business Learning Institute (MBLI) Charter School
• Approval of procurement contracts of $25,000 or more
• Contract extensions for speech-language services, private duty nursing, ERP software, and food supplies
• Contract awards for before/after school childcare at Harriet R. Tubman, Snowden Farm, Clarksburg, and Cabin Branch elementary schools
• Telecommunications lease agreement for Woodwards Road future school site

The Board of Education approved the monthly Human Resources and Development Report and one administrative appointment. The Board also passed resolutions of sympathy for two deceased employees. A closed session was held to discuss budget strategy, personnel, and legal matters.

• Approved Resolution No. 334-23 to conduct a closed session (unanimous among those present)
• Approved the revised meeting agenda (unanimous among those present)
• Approved the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous among those present)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for bus operator Nigel L. Pierre (unanimous among those present)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for school secretary Monica Proctor (unanimous among those present)
• Appointed Carla R. Britt as supervisor of elementary mathematics (unanimous among those present)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting (Virtual)

The Fiscal Management Committee will review informational updates on the Montgomery County Public Schools operating budget structure and plans for the Fiscal Year 2025 program budget. Staff will present interim financial monitoring reports, end-of-year projections, and how Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds supported the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The group will also discuss a new state-mandated budget reporting style required under Maryland's Blueprint legislation. Because the agenda focuses on financial tracking and reporting processes, no votes or policy changes are scheduled for this session.

• Briefing on the operating budget structure and Fiscal Year 2025 program budget plans
• Review of interim financial monitoring reports and end-of-year budget projections
• Discussion on closing out Independent Activity Funds and reporting them annually
• Overview of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) fund usage for Fiscal Year 2024
• Presentation on the new state-mandated budget reporting style under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation

The Committee received informational briefings on the MCPS operating budget structure, financial monitoring processes, and end-of-year reporting. Staff discussed projected deficits in two state categories due to inflation and equipment repair costs. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a closed session, approve the agenda, and consider recommended appointments. It will discuss student well‑being, present preliminary plans for elementary school projects, and vote on a COVID‑19 vaccination mandate for district employees. The meeting also includes consent items approving multiple procurement contracts, fee changes, and a large change order for solar panels at Walt Whitman High School.

• COVID‑19 Vaccination Mandate for Montgomery County Public Schools Employees (Item 10)
• Procurement Contracts of $25,000 or More (Consent Item 12.1)
• Contract Approval for RFP No. 20-08, Computer Adapted Student Testing System (Consent Item 12.2)
• Change Order Over $100,000 – Walt Whitman High School Solar Photovoltaic Panels (Consent Item 12.5)
• Preliminary Plans Presentation – JoAnn Leleck Elementary School at Broad Acres Replacement Project (Item 9.1)

The Board of Education unanimously approved several personnel appointments, including a new chief safety officer and various directors and principals. The Board also held a closed session to discuss budget strategy, personnel, and legal advice.

• Approved appointment of Pamela B. Wheeler-Taylor as chief safety officer (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Margarita I. Bohorquez as director, International Enrollment and Admissions (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Tamara K. Hewlett as director, Department of English Learners and Multilingual Education (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Jewel A. Sanders as director, Office of School Support and Well-Being (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Stephanie D. Brant as director, Pre-K–12 Curriculum Operations and Support (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Joel L. Beidleman as principal, Paint Branch High School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Michelle L. Fortune as principal, Snowden Farm Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved revised resolution to conduct closed session for budget, personnel, and legal matters (Unanimous)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a business meeting to act on several items, including the final adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget and approval of multi-year negotiated agreements with employee unions (MCAAP, MCEA, SEIU). The board will also vote on naming Clarksburg Elementary School #9 and a charter school waiver request, plus consent items covering procurement contracts, HVAC replacement at Sherwood High School, and reroofing at Belmont and Twinbrook Elementary Schools. Public comments from 20 individuals are scheduled.

• Final adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget
• Approval of FY2023–2025 agreement with MCAAP (administrators/principals)
• Approval of FY2023–2027 agreement with MCEA (teachers)
• Approval of FY2023–2026 agreement with SEIU Local 500
• Naming of Clarksburg Elementary School #9

The Board of Education approved several administrative appointments, including a new principal for John F. Kennedy High School. The Board also approved the monthly Human Resources and Development Report and issued three death notices.

• Approved appointment of Ella Bradley as director, Human Capital Management (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of David T. Chia as director, Office of School Support and Well-Being (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Marjorie S. Cohen as supervisor, Montgomery Virtual Academy (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Vickie P. Adamson as principal, John F. Kennedy High School (7-1)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved death notices for Kofi Frempong, Norma Milner, and Duean Stiles (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to conduct a closed session for budget, personnel, and legal matters (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Ethics Panel Business Meeting Agenda REVISED

The Ethics Panel will acknowledge a quorum, approve the revised agenda, and then announce and explain a May 24, 2023 decision from the Open Meetings Act Compliance Board. Panel members will sign the decision before adjourning to closed session.

• Announcement and explanation of the Open Meetings Act Compliance Board’s May 24, 2023 decision
• Ethics Panel members signing the decision
• Adjournment to closed session via a resolution

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss and take action on the 2023-2024 school year virtual day instruction plan and school calendar modifications. A work session on the superintendent's recommended Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget is also scheduled. The board will consider a series of consent items including procurement contracts, relocatable classroom installation, and school construction projects. Public comments from 20 individuals are on the agenda.

• Work session on Superintendent’s Recommended FY 2024 Operating Budget
• Action on 2023–2024 Virtual Day Instruction Plan
• Action on 2023–2024 Traditional and Innovative School Year Calendar Modifications
• Preliminary plans for Greencastle Elementary School addition project
• Consent items include Kennedy High School reroofing Phase I and Silver Spring International Middle School addition contracts

The Board of Education approved several personnel appointments for facilities management, special education, and early childhood programs. The Board also held a closed session to discuss budget strategy, collective bargaining, and legal matters.

• Appointed Seth P. Adams as associate superintendent of facilities management (Unanimous)
• Appointed Diana K. Wyles as associate superintendent of special education (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica M. Blasic as supervisor, Division of Title I and Early Childhood Programs and Services (Unanimous)
• Appointed DaVonna T. Holmes as supervisor, Department of Special Education (Unanimous)
• Approved revised resolution to conduct closed session for budget, personnel, and legal matters (Unanimous)
• Approved amended meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will discuss and receive a presentation on the PreK-12 Comprehensive Math Plan and an update on suspension disproportionality as part of the MCPS Strategic Plan FY2022-2025. They will also review the informational summary from the February 21, 2023 meeting.

• PreK-12 Comprehensive Math Plan discussion and presentation
• Update on suspension disproportionality within MCPS
• Informational summary from February 21, 2023 meeting

The committee received administrative presentations regarding the PreK-12 Comprehensive Math plan and suspension disproportionality. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Policy Management Committee will discuss draft amendments to Policy DJA (Procurement Practices and Bid Awards), draft amendments to Policy BLB (Rules of Procedure in Appeals and Hearings), a framework for revising Policy IOD (Education of English Language Learners), and public comments on Policy ABC (Parent and Family Involvement). No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Review of draft technical amendments to Policy DJA on MCPS procurement practices and bid awards
• Review of draft amendments to Policy BLB on rules of procedure in appeals and hearings
• Review of a framework for developing amendments to Policy IOD on education of English language learners
• Review of public comments and responses on Policy ABC on parent and family involvement

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

The Montgomery County Public Schools Committee on Special Populations will meet to discuss truancy and dropout prevention, including a presentation on the MCPS Strategic Plan for serving disengaged students. The committee will also review an informational summary from its January 26, 2023 meeting.

• Review of informational summary from January 26, 2023 meeting
• Presentation on MCPS Strategic Plan for serving disengaged students
• Discussion of truancy and dropout prevention efforts

The Committee adopted the informational summary from the January 26, 2023, meeting. Staff presented a report on chronic absenteeism and strategies for engaging disengaged students.

• Adopted informational summary for the January 26, 2023, meeting

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a discussion on the Antiracist Audit Action Plan. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes procurement contracts of $25,000 or more, change orders exceeding $100,000 for school capital projects, and various contract extensions. Public comments and recognitions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Antiracist Audit Action Plan
• Consent item: Procurement Contracts of $25,000 or more
• Change Order Over $100,000 – South Lake Elementary School Major Capital Project
• Change Order Over $100,000 – Charles W. Woodward High School Reopening Project
• Consent item: Relocatable Classroom Leasing Extension

The Board of Education approved several key administrative appointments and the monthly Human Resources and Development Report. The Board also held a closed session to discuss budget strategy, personnel matters, and collective bargaining.

• Appointed Dr. Donna R. Jones as associate superintendent, Office of School Support and Well-Being (Unanimous)
• Appointed Mrs. Ivon Alfonso Windsor as director, Department of Management and Budget (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ms. Elizabeth T. Leach as director, Division of Food and Nutrition Services (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ms. Catherine E. Malchodi as executive director, Office of District Operations (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 195-23 to conduct a closed session for budget, personnel, and legal matters (Unanimous among those present)
• Approved Resolution 196-23 to revise the meeting agenda (Unanimous)

REVISED Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee Agenda

The Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee will review the informational summary from the February 13 meeting and discuss board communication with government partners and student communications. No specific proposals, rezonings, or contract votes are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of informational summary from February 13, 2023 meeting
• Discussion on board communication with government partners
• Discussion on student communications

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a business meeting to discuss the distribution of academic programs, consider final action on ethics and sexual harassment policies, and vote on naming Clarksburg Elementary School #9. The board will also approve multiple consent items including procurement contracts, budget supplements, and a student information system extension.

• Discussion on Distribution of Academic Programs
• Final action on Policy BBB (Ethics) and Policy ACI (Sexual Harassment of Employees)
• Naming of Clarksburg Elementary School #9
• Consent items include procurement contracts of $25,000+, extension of Student Information System contract, FY2023 supplemental appropriations
• Public comments from 19 individuals

The Board of Education approved the monthly Human Resources and Development Report and appointed April Lealia Key as the new Chief of Human Resources and Development. The Board also issued sympathy resolutions for four deceased employees and held a closed session to discuss budget, personnel, and collective bargaining.

• Approved appointment of April Lealia Key as Chief of Human Resources and Development (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for Cynthia Garcia (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for Sherrin Patterson (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for Margaret Iacangelo (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for Ramil Vembu (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 156-23 to conduct closed session (Unanimous)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote on spring facility changes and boundary studies that will determine student school assignments. The board will also approve recommended appointments, review evidence of learning, and consider procurement contracts, including change orders over $100,000 for the Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary School addition and Poolesville High School capital project. A student voter resolution will be tabled until April 20.

• Burtonsville ES site relocation recommendation
• Charles W. Wood HS boundary reopening study recommendation
• Change orders over $100,000 for Dr. Ronald E. McNair ES addition and Poolesville HS capital project
• Procurement contracts for classroom furniture (Bid 4114.7) and office supplies extension (Bid 4087.12)
• Student voter resolution tabled to April 20, 2023

The Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of four administrators to new roles, including principals for Watkins Mill High School and Goshen Elementary School. The Board also held a closed session to discuss personnel, budget strategy, and collective bargaining.

• Approved appointment of Robert Sinclair, Jr. as consulting principal, Department of Professional Growth Systems (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Vilma C. Najera as principal, Watkins Mill High School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Jennifer M. Redden as principal, Burning Tree Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Nichola A. Wallen as principal, Goshen Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 128-23 to conduct a closed session for personnel, budget, and legal matters (Unanimous)
• Approved the revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)

REVISED Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will discuss the FY2024 operating budget tentatively approved by the Board of Education on February 23, 2023, and the County Executive's recommendations from March 15, 2023. They will also receive an update on the March 31 letter regarding Category 12 expenses (pension and group insurance funds) and review spending affordability guidelines. Additional discussions cover staffing for English Language Development and Special Education students, as well as school sustainability efforts.

• Update on Category 12 expenses including pension fund contributions and group insurance fund balances
• Presentation on spending affordability guidelines and how the budget gap is reduced by increased state aid and use of fund balance
• Status of the FY2024 operating budget and County Executive's recommendations
• Review of English Language Development staffing in MCPS
• Review of Special Education staffing for students with disabilities

The Committee received informational updates on the FY 2023 State Budget Category 12 expenses and the FY 2024 operating budget process. Staff presented reports on the Capital Improvements Program forecast and staffing strategies for Special Education and English Language Development. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Policy Management Committee will discuss four policies: ethics, homework, school counseling, and positive work environment. They will review public comments on the ethics policy, frameworks for revisions to the homework and work environment policies, and draft revisions to the school counseling policy. The committee will also approve the informational summary from the January 26 meeting.

• Review of public comments on Policy BBB, Ethics
• Discussion of a framework for revisions to Policy IKB, Homework
• Review of draft revisions to Policy IJA, School Counseling Programs and Services, with preliminary feedback from students, parents, and staff
• Discussion of a framework for revisions to Policy GAA, Positive Work Environment in a Self-renewing Organization
• Approval of the informational summary from January 26, 2023

The Policy Management Committee voted to send the final draft of Policy BBB (Ethics) and recommended Policy IJA (School Counseling Programs and Services) for action by the full Board. The Committee also reviewed frameworks for revising policies on homework and work environment.

• Voted to send final draft of Policy BBB, Ethics, to the full Board for final action
• Recommended sending Policy IJA, School Counseling Programs and Services, to the full Board for tentative action

Spring Facilities and Boundaries Work Session

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Budget and proposed amendments to the FY 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program

The Board of Education held a work session to receive staff presentations on the recommended relocation of Burtonsville Elementary School and the boundary study scope for reopening Charles W. Woodward High School. No formal votes were taken on these recommendations during the session.

• Approved the agenda by consensus

Spring CIP Hearing Agenda with List of Speakers

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) hearing. The meeting includes scheduled testimony from students, organizations, cluster representatives, and individuals.

• Student testimony sessions
• Organization and association testimony sessions
• Cluster representative testimony sessions
• Individual testimony sessions

The Board of Education conducted a hearing to receive testimony from students, organizations, cluster representatives, and individuals. The minutes record the attendance of board members and staff and the list of speakers; no substantive decisions were made during this session.

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a business meeting on March 7, 2023, beginning with a closed session and opening at 11:00 a.m. The agenda includes public comments, discussion of the 2021-2022 annual report and the English Language Development report, and action on a large consent agenda with 17 items. The consent items cover procurement contracts of $25,000 or more, contract extensions and approvals for athletic surfacing, HVAC equipment, custodial supplies, restroom renovations, architectural services for JoAnn Leleck Elementary School, preconstruction services for Damascus High School, and leases.

• Contract approval for Bid No. 08-18, Athletic Surfacing Asphalt Maintenance—Extension
• Contract approval for Bid No. 9618.5, Restroom Renovations and Designed ADAAA Upgrades at Various Facilities
• Architectural Services—JoAnn Leleck Elementary School at Broad Acres Project
• Preconstruction/Construction Management Services—Damascus High School Major Capital Project
• Lease—N. Stonestreet Avenue Warehouse

The Board of Education approved several personnel appointments and the monthly Human Resources and Development Report. The Board also issued death notices for four employees and designated March 2023 as Celebrating the Arts Month.

• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Appointed Shelley A. McAuliffe as supervisor, speech and language services (unanimous)
• Appointed Simone A. Geness as supervisor, Pre-K–12 specially designed instruction (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Lisa Michelle Gaillard-Jones as principal, Rock Terrace School (unanimous)
• Appointed Brandi K. Overton as principal, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School (unanimous)
• Declared March 2023 as Celebrating the Arts Month (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for closed session to discuss personnel, budget, and collective bargaining (unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (unanimous)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will consider tentative adoption of the Superintendent's Recommended Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget and hold a work session on the FY 2024 Capital Budget and amendments to the Capital Improvements Program. The board will also vote on consent items including procurement contracts over $25,000 and a playground equipment contract extension. Public comments from 21 speakers are scheduled before the budget discussion.

• Tentative adoption of the Superintendent’s Recommended Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget
• Work session on FY 2024 Capital Budget and amendments to FY 2023–2028 Capital Improvements Program
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more (consent item)
• Contract approval for Bid No. 39-0358-000: Installation of Playground Equipment—Extension
• Recommended FY 2023 Supplemental Appropriation for Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Grant

The Board of Education unanimously voted to tentatively adopt the superintendent's recommended Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget. The Board also took positions on several state legislative bills and declared March 2023 as Women's History Month.

• Tentatively adopted FY 2024 Operating Budget (Unanimous)
• Declared March 2023 Women's History Month (Unanimous)
• Opposed HB0085 regarding class size (Unanimous among those voting)
• Supported HB0488 for mental health professional loan repayment (Unanimous)
• Supported HB1219 Maryland Teacher Shortage Act of 2023 (Unanimous)
• Supported HB0770 regarding Prekindergarten program definitions (Unanimous)
• Opposed HB0069 Parent and Guardian Accountability Act (Unanimous)
• Strongly supported HB0081 Live Near Where You Teach Program (Unanimous)

Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will discuss the MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2022-2025. The discussion focuses on disproportionality in suspension and chronic absenteeism within the Well Being and Family Engagement category.

• Discussion of disproportionality in suspension and chronic absenteeism

The committee received a staff presentation regarding disproportionality in chronic absenteeism and out-of-school suspensions for Black, African American, and Hispanic/Latino students. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

REVISED Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee Agenda

The Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee will discuss the Blueprint for Maryland's Future community schools model, including a focus on Weller Road Elementary. The committee will also hear updates on community partnerships with Montgomery Goes Purple and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington. Previous meeting minutes from December 12, 2022 are up for approval.

• Discussion of Blueprint for Maryland's Future community schools approach
• Focus on Weller Road Elementary as a community school
• Presentation on community partners: Montgomery Goes Purple and JCRC of Greater Washington
• Approval of informational summary from December 12, 2022 meeting

The committee received presentations on the implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future regarding community schools and updates on collaborative work with community partners. The only formal action taken was a unanimous vote to reorder the meeting agenda.

• Approved motion to amend agenda to advance Item 6 to the number 3 position (unanimous)

Operating Budget Work Session Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a work session to continue discussing accelerators in the FY 2024 Recommended Operating Budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is a discussion only.

• Continued discussion: Accelerators in the FY 2024 Recommended Operating Budget

The Board of Education held a work session to review the Superintendent’s recommended budget accelerators for literacy, math, recruitment, retention, and school climate. No votes were taken on the budget; the Board is scheduled to vote on the recommended budget on February 23, 2023.

• Approved the February 9, 2023, Operating Budget Work Session agenda (consensus)

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will take final action on Policy ABA (Community Involvement) and tentative action on Policy ABC (Parent and Family Involvement) and Policy BBB (Ethics). They will discuss human resources practices for a diverse workforce and wellness/restorative practices. Public comments will be heard from 21 speakers, and consent items include procurement contracts, cafeteria supplies, and capital project appointments.

• Final action on Policy ABA – Community Involvement
• Tentative action on Policy ABC – Parent and Family Involvement and Policy BBB – Ethics
• Discussion on Human Resources Key Practices for a Diverse Workforce
• Discussion on Wellness and Restorative Practices
• Consent items: procurement contracts $25,000+, cafeteria disposable supplies contract, Woodlin Elementary change order, Thomas S. Wootton HS architectural appointment

The Board of Education approved the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report and the meeting agenda. The Board also voted to remove a contract approval for social emotional learning materials from the agenda.

• Approved Resolution 35-23 to conduct a closed session (unanimous)
• Approved removal of Consent Item 10.2 regarding Social Emotional Learning materials contract extension (unanimous)
• Approved amended meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for the death of teacher Kemba N’Namdi (unanimous)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting (Hybrid)

The Fiscal Management Committee will meet to discuss the Capital Improvements Program, sustainability initiatives (bus purchases and green schools), K-12 staffing allocations, and a response to the Montgomery County Office of Inspector General report on P-Card activities. They will also review the semi-annual Board Expenditure Report.

• Update on Capital Improvements Program
• Clarification of contract specifics on school bus purchases
• Update on Maryland Green Schools Certification Program
• Presentation on K-12 staffing allocation process and timeline
• Discussion of response to OIG report on P-Card activities

The Committee received informational updates on the Capital Improvement Program, bus electrification, and the Maryland Green Schools Certification Program. Staff presented reports on K-12 staffing allocations and an Office of Inspector General investigation into purchase cards. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

The Committee on Special Populations will discuss an evaluation report on English Language Development (ELD) instruction and Latina/o student achievement, as well as an update on Gifted and Talented education and an ELD evaluation plan. No votes are scheduled; items are for information and discussion only.

• Discussion of ELD Instruction and Latina/o Student Achievement in MCPS (report attached)
• Gifted and Talented Update & English Language Development Evaluation (memo and presentation attached)
• Approval of informational summary from November 15, 2022 meeting

The Committee on Special Populations adopted the informational summary from the November 15, 2022, meeting. Members received a report from the Center for Applied Linguistics regarding Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLs) and Latina/o student achievement. The committee also received an update on Gifted and Talented & English Language Development Evaluation.

• Adopted informational summary for November 15, 2022 meeting

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda (rescheduled from January 19)

The Policy Management Committee of Montgomery County Public Schools will hold a rescheduled meeting to discuss several policies. They will review revisions to Policy BBB on Ethics, draft revisions to Policy IJA on School Counseling, and Policy ABC on Parent Involvement. They will also review public comments on Policy ABA regarding Community Involvement. The meeting includes informational summaries from prior meetings.

• Discussion of Policy BBB (Ethics) with required amendments from state ethics commission
• Review of draft revisions to Policy IJA (School Counseling)
• Review of draft revisions to Policy ABC (Parent Involvement)
• Review of public comments on Policy ABA (Community Involvement)
• Informational summaries from October and November 2022 meetings

The Policy Management Committee reviewed and recommended updates to policies regarding ethics, parent involvement, community engagement, and school counseling. These recommendations will be sent to the full Board for tentative or final action.

• Recommended Policy BBB (Ethics) for State Ethics Board review and full Board tentative action, including increasing lobbyist dollar limits from $100 to $500
• Recommended Policy ABC (Parent Involvement) for full Board tentative action with adjustments to language interpretation and document definitions
• Recommended final draft of Policy ABA (renamed Community Engagement) for full Board final action
• Recommended Policy IJA (School Counseling) for full Board tentative action
• Denied amendment to Policy IJA regarding students meeting private practitioners on school grounds without supervision
• Unanimously voted to amend the meeting agenda order

Operating Budget Work Session Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss chapters of the FY 2024 Recommended Operating Budget, covering District Operations, Human Capital Management, Finance, Administration and Oversight, and Accelerators. The agenda includes a presentation but no specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed.

• Chapter 7: District Operations
• Chapter 8: Human Capital Management
• Chapter 9: Finance
• Chapter 10: Administration and Oversight
• Accelerators in the FY 2024 Recommended Operating Budget

The Board of Education conducted a work session to review the FY 2024 Recommended Operating Budget, specifically focusing on District Operations, Human Resources, Finance, and Administration and Oversight. No formal votes were taken on budget allocations; the session consisted of staff presentations and member inquiries.

• Approved the January 24, 2023, Operating Budget Work Session agenda (by consensus)

Operating Budget Work Session Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the operating budget across several chapters including School Support and Well-Being, Academics, Curriculum and Instructional Programs, Special Education, and Strategic Initiatives and Technology. Each chapter presentation will be reviewed.

• Discussion of Chapter 2: School Support and Well-Being budget
• Discussion of Chapter 3: Academics budget
• Discussion of Chapter 4: Curriculum and Instructional Programs budget
• Discussion of Chapter 5: Special Education budget
• Discussion of Chapter 6: Strategic Initiatives and Technology budget

The Board of Education held a work session to review the operating budget by chapter, covering school support, academics, curriculum, special education, and technology. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made; the session consisted of staff presentations and member inquiries.

• Approved the January 18, 2023, Operating Budget work session agenda (consensus)

Operating Budget Hearing Agenda with List of Speakers

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a public hearing on the operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes testimony from students, organizations and associations, cluster representatives, and individual community members. No budget decisions are being made; this is solely a hearing to gather public input.

• Testimony from 10 students, including Melat Ghebreselassie and Sami Saeed
• Testimony from organizations such as MCEA, SEIU Local 500, and NAACP Parents' Council
• Testimony from cluster representatives for Walter Johnson, Whitman, Seneca Valley, and other clusters
• Testimony from 13 individuals, including Dr. Jennifer Jones and Christina Jenkins
• The meeting runs from 6:00 p.m. to 9:50 p.m. with a break at 7:30 p.m.

The Board of Education conducted a public hearing to receive testimony from students, organizations, cluster representatives, and individuals regarding the operating budget. No formal votes or budget approvals were recorded during this session.

Business Meeting Agenda

The Board will discuss and vote on allowing virtual instruction on inclement weather days for the current school year and discuss the initial implementation plan for the Blueprint for Maryland's Future education reform. A consent agenda includes multiple contract approvals, supplemental appropriations, and construction project awards.

• Virtual instruction on inclement weather days – discussion and vote
• Blueprint for Maryland's Future Initial Implementation Plan – discussion
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more – consent approval
• Award of contract for Montgomery Blair High School reroofing Phase II
• Supplemental appropriation for IDEA Part B grant and ARP ESSER homeless youth grant

The Board of Education approved a plan to allow virtual instruction on inclement weather days for the 2022-2023 school year. The Board also approved several personnel appointments and designated several awareness months for February 2023.

• Approved virtual learning option for inclement weather days (7-1)
• Appointed Shiho C. Shibasaki as assistant director, Department of Facilities Management (Unanimous)
• Appointed Shafeena Yunus as assistant director, Department of Employee and Retiree Services (Unanimous)
• Appointed Stephanie R. Dinga as principal of Clarksburg Elementary School #9 (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Declared February 2023 as African American Heritage Month (Unanimous)
• Declared February 2023 as Career and Technical Education Month (Unanimous)
• Declared February 2023 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (Unanimous)

REVISED Operating Budget Hearing Agenda with List of Speakers

The Montgomery County Board of Education held a public hearing on the revised operating budget. The board heard testimony from students, organizations, cluster representatives, and individuals. No decisions were made; this was a listening session to gather public input.

• Student testimony (3 minutes each) from Niya Bansal, Alexander Allin, and others
• Organizations testimony (5 minutes) from Community Action Board, Start School Later, and SEIU Local 500
• Cluster representatives (5 minutes) from MCCPTA and multiple school clusters
• Individual testimony (3 minutes) from several residents
• Board questions scheduled after each testimony section

The Board of Education conducted a hearing to receive testimony from students, organizations, and individuals regarding the operating budget. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session consisted of public testimony and board member inquiries to staff.

Operating Budget Work Session Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2024 Operating Budget. Board members review overviews of Chapter 1 Schools, including K-12, English for Speakers of Other Languages, Montgomery Virtual Academy, Prekindergarten/Head Start/Title I, and Special Education. The meeting is a discussion session with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Overview of the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2024 Operating Budget
• Chapter 1 Schools: K-12 discussion
• Chapter 1 Schools: English for Speakers of Other Languages discussion
• Chapter 1 Schools: Montgomery Virtual Academy discussion
• Chapter 1 Schools: Prekindergarten, Head Start, and Title I discussion

The Board of Education held a work session to review the Superintendent's Recommended Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget. Discussion focused on Chapter 1 (Schools), covering K-12, alternative education, virtual academy, early childhood, special education, and multilingual education. No substantive budget decisions were made during this session.

• Approved the January 10, 2023, Operating Budget work session agenda (consensus)

Joint Meeting of Montgomery County Board of Education, Montgomery College Board of Trustees, Universities at Shady Grove Board of Advisors-Executive Committee

The joint meeting of the Montgomery County Board of Education, Montgomery College Board of Trustees, and Universities at Shady Grove Board of Advisors will include a welcome, a panel of institutional leaders to explore collaboration, and a discussion on the Blueprint for Maryland’s college‑and‑career readiness alignment. No formal actions or votes are listed; the agenda consists of presentations and remarks.

• Welcome & Meeting Outcomes
• Panel of Institutional Leaders: Opportunities for Collaboration to Transform Education
• Blueprint for Maryland: Discussion of College and Career Readiness Alignment
• Closing Remarks
• Adjournment

Board of Education Retreat

This is a Board of Education retreat with discussion and action items. The Board will review the BOE Handbook provisions and discuss a framework for developing strategic priorities. A closed session is scheduled for legal matters. The meeting runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

• Closed Session from 9:05 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
• Review of BOE Handbook Provisions – discussion and action
• Framework for Development of Strategic Priorities – 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.