Montgomery County Public Schools public meetings in 2024

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote on the 2025–2026 school year calendars and consider multiple construction contracts, including the Burtonsville Elementary School replacement and Gaithersburg Middle School HVAC replacement. The board will also discuss the superintendent's FY2026 recommended operating budget and take action on a policy for investigating employee misconduct.

• Approval of 2025–2026 school year calendars (innovative and traditional)
• Award of contract for Burtonsville Elementary School replacement project
• Award of contract for Gaithersburg Middle School HVAC replacement Phase II
• Change order over $100,000 for Charles W. Woodward High School reopening project
• Discussion of superintendent's Fiscal Year 2026 recommended operating budget

The Board of Education elected Julie Yang as president and Grace Rivera-Oven as vice president. The Board also appointed a new chief financial officer and lead negotiator. Other actions included approving a monthly HR report and recognizing National Inclusive Schools Week.

• Elected Julie Yang as Board president (unanimous among those present)
• Elected Grace Rivera-Oven as Board vice president (unanimous among those present)
• Appointed Ivon Alfonso-Windsor as chief financial officer (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Stein as lead negotiator, Department of Labor Relations (unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for cafeteria worker John C. Lemberos (unanimous)
• Declared December 2–6, 2024, as National Inclusive Schools Week (unanimous)
• Approved procurement contracts of $25,000 or more (unanimous)

REVISED Facilities and Boundaries Decisions Meeting Agenda

The board will consider the superintendent's recommended Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program, including a newly inserted slide regarding Burtonsville Elementary School. They will also vote on a contract for a boundary study consultant (RFP No. 4998.1). The meeting opens with closed session approval and adoption of the revised agenda.

• Superintendent's Recommended FY 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to FY 2025-2030 CIP
• Revised PowerPoint slide (#4) on Burtonsville Elementary School
• Contract approval for Request for Proposal No. 4998.1, Boundary Study Consultant
• Resolution for today's closed session (9:00 a.m.)
• Approval of the REVISED agenda

The Board of Education unanimously approved the Superintendent's Recommended Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The Board also tabled a decision on a boundary study consultant contract.

• Approved FY 2026 Capital Budget appropriation request of $169.9 million (Unanimous)
• Approved amended FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program request of $1.853 billion (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2026 State Capital Improvements Program request of $53.3 million (Unanimous)
• Approved $21.6 million in local revenue sources to address reduced state aid for Charles W. Woodward High School Reopening (Unanimous)
• Tabled approval of FLO Analytics as Boundary Study Consultant (RFP No. 4998.1) to December 5, 2024
• Approved resolution for closed session to discuss capital budget strategy (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Montgomery County Board of Education's Fiscal Management Committee will hear from external auditor SB & Company on the results of the FY2024 audit and review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Staff will also update the committee on the FY2025 budget outlook, the pension and other post-employment benefits (OPEB) actuarial valuations, and the Superintendent's Recommended FY2026 Capital Budget. Additional discussions cover sustainability funding through the Inflation Reduction Act and operational studies on transportation and workflow.

• External auditor SB & Company presents FY2024 audit results and internal accounting controls (3.2).
• Staff overview of FY2024 Year-End Financial Report and process for producing Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (3.1).
• Actuarial valuations for MCPS Pension and OPEB funds with recommended FY2026 funding requirements (4.2).
• Overview of Superintendent's Recommended FY2026 Capital Budget and amendments to FY2025–2030 Capital Improvements Program (5.1).
• Update on federal clean energy tax credits from Inflation Reduction Act for sustainability in major capital projects (6.1).

The Fiscal Management Committee received a report from SB & Company, LLC, which found no material weakness in internal controls and issued a clean opinion on the FY 2024 financial statements. Staff reported that the school system is projected to end the 2025 fiscal year in a deficit without changes.

• Received unmodified opinion on FY 2024 financial statements from SB & Company, LLC
• Reviewed FY 2025 outlook projecting a deficit without changes
• Discussed request for supplemental special education appropriation from County Council
• Reviewed FY 2024 year-end pension report and OPEB fund valuations
• Received update on Capital Improvements Program with no additional changes to current projects
• Reviewed proposal to use Inflation Reduction Act rebates for energy and EV systems
• Received update on contract workflow analysis moving to pilot program stage
• Reviewed findings and recommendations of the transportation study

Ethics Panel Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education Ethics Panel will hold a business meeting to review Policy BBB (Ethics) and Regulation GCA-RA (Employee Conflict of Interest). The panel will also approve minutes from September 16, 2024, and then adjourn to closed session. The agenda is primarily procedural with these two substantive reviews.

• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2024
• Review of Policy BBB, Ethics
• Review of MCPS Regulation GCA-RA, Employee Conflict of Interest
• Resolution for closed session at 7:30 p.m.

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Policy Management Committee will discuss draft language for a new employee misconduct investigation policy and amendments to work environment and appeals policies. The committee will also review draft school year calendar options for 2025-2026 and receive an annual update on child abuse and neglect policy.

• Review of draft school year calendar options for 2025-2026 (Policy IDA)
• Review of draft language for new Policy GCB regarding investigation of employee misconduct
• Review of draft amendments to Policy GAA on positive work environment
• Review of draft technical amendments to Policy BLB regarding appeals and hearings
• Annual update on Policy JHC, Child Abuse and Neglect

The Policy Management Committee recommended two policies for public comment and full Board action. One policy regarding appeals procedures was sent back for revisions, and proposed 2025-2026 school calendar scenarios were advanced to the full Board.

• Recommended Policy GCB (Investigation of Allegations of Employee Misconduct) for public comment and full Board action (Unanimous)
• Recommended Policy GAA (Positive Work Environment in a Self-renewing Organization) for public comment and full Board action (Unanimous)
• Voted to send Policy BLB (Rules of Procedure in Appeals and Hearings) back to the Office of General Counsel for additional changes (Unanimous)
• Agreed to send proposed 2025-2026 school calendar scenarios to the full Board for final action

Facilities and Boundaries Work Session

The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the Superintendent's Recommended Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to the Fiscal Year 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The meeting opens with acknowledgment of a quorum and approval of the agenda. The board is expected to discuss the capital budget proposal, but no formal vote is indicated on the agenda.

• Superintendent's Recommended FY 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program

The Board of Education held a work session to review the Superintendent’s Recommended Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The session included updates on the boundary study, vendor selection, and the Charles W. Woodward High School Project. No formal votes on budget items were recorded.

• Approved the agenda by consensus

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote on consent items including a supplemental appropriation for special education expenditures, a Burtonsville Elementary School replacement project, and various procurement contracts. They will also discuss FY2026 operating budget priorities and consider approving pilot courses and a curriculum update. Public comments from 12 individuals are scheduled.

• Fiscal Year 2025 supplemental appropriation from fund balance for projected special education expenditures
• Burtonsville Elementary School replacement project: supplemental appropriation and capital budget amendment
• Contract award for field renovation at various locations (Bid No. 9161.6)
• Rock View Elementary School reroofing project contract award
• Approval of pilot courses for the curriculum

The Board of Education approved a revised agenda, the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report, and a resolution honoring Veterans Day. The Board also held a closed session to discuss personnel, budget strategy, and collective bargaining.

• Approved Resolution 479-24 to hold a closed session for personnel, budget, and legal matters (Unanimous among those present)
• Approved the revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 481-24 recognizing November 11, 2024, as Veterans Day (Unanimous among those present)
• Approved Resolution 482-24 expressing sympathy for the death of Brian Goffney (Unanimous among those present)
• Approved Resolution 483-24 expressing sympathy for the death of Sharon M. Korotin (Unanimous)
• Approved the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved the appointment of Dr. Emily L. Cole Bayer (Unanimous among those present)

Facilities and Boundaries Hearing with List of Speakers

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a facilities and boundaries hearing to receive public testimony. The agenda lists 30 speakers from students, associations, cluster representatives, and individuals. No decisions are being made; the board is gathering input.

• Speakers include students, PTA representatives, and cluster representatives from schools like Cold Spring ES, Eastern MS, Wootton HS, and others.
• Testimony topics likely address the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) and school boundary proposals.
• Several speakers are listed as 'No Show' or unable to provide testimony.

The Board of Education conducted a hearing to receive testimony from students, parent associations, and cluster representatives. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded; the session consisted of public testimony and Board member requests for staff follow-up on specific school facility issues.

Facilities and Boundaries Hearing with List of Speakers

The Montgomery County Board of Education held a public hearing on facilities and boundaries. The agenda lists speakers including the Mayor of Rockville, students, community organizations, and designated cluster representatives. No decisions were made; the meeting was solely for receiving testimony.

• Mayor of Rockville Monique Ashton provided testimony
• 16 student speakers listed, including Oliver Glenn and Ella Kim
• Magruder HS PTSA and MCCPTA President among organization speakers
• Cluster representatives from Northwood, Kennedy, Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Walter Johnson, Whitman, Magruder, Gaithersburg, Damascus, Wheaton, Quince Orchard, and Winston Churchill
• Individual speakers including Sara Nathan (no-show) and Melissa McKenna

Facilities and Boundaries Presentation and Preliminary Work Session

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a work session to hear a presentation on the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2026 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY 2025–2030 Capital Improvements Program. The board is not expected to vote, but will discuss the proposals.

• Presentation of Superintendent's Recommended FY 2026 Capital Budget
• Amendments to the FY 2025–2030 Capital Improvements Program
• Approval of the meeting agenda (procedural)

The Board of Education held a preliminary work session to review the Superintendent’s recommended FY2026 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program. The session focused on addressing a $39.3 million reduction in state aid for the Charles W. Woodward High School project. No formal votes were taken on the budget recommendations during this session.

• Approved the meeting agenda by consensus
• Adjourned the work session (unanimous)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss mathematics performance and strategies for students with disabilities, emergent multilingual learners, and those eligible for free/reduced-price meals. The board will also review the draft 2025–2026 school year calendar and hear a Phase 1 report on a new strategic plan. A consent item covers utilization of FY2025 funds for future supported projects. Public comments and a recognition of Native American Heritage Month are also on the agenda.

• Discussion: Mathematics performance and strategies for students with disabilities, emergent multilingual learners, and FARMS students
• Discussion: Draft 2025–2026 school year calendar
• Discussion: New Strategic Plan Process and Phase 1 report
• Consent: Utilization of Fiscal Year 2025 Provision for Future Supported Projects
• Recognition: Native American Heritage Month and Day

The Board of Education approved the recognition of Native American Heritage Month and Day. The Board also reviewed proposed 2025-2026 school year calendar scenarios, which will be sent for public comment before a final December vote.

• Approved declaration of November 2024 as Native American Heritage Month (Unanimous)
• Approved November 29, 2024, as Native American Heritage Day (Unanimous)
• Approved utilization of Fiscal Year 2025 Provision for Future Supported Projects (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 470-24 to hold a closed session for personnel, budget, and bargaining matters (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous among those present)
• Approved Future Closed Session Resolution (Unanimous among those present)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a business meeting on October 10, 2024. They will discuss literacy performance and strategies for emergent multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and students eligible for free/reduced-price meals. The board will also take action on several consent items including contracts for school buses, frozen potatoes, fresh produce, and a lease at MacDonald Knolls Early Childhood Center. Additionally, they will discuss the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and consider technical amendments to Policy ACF on sexual misconduct.

• Discussion of literacy performance for emergent multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and FARMS
• Approval of procurement contracts of $25,000 or more
• Contract approval for school buses (RFP No. 102623)
• Lease agreement at MacDonald Knolls Early Childhood Center for The Arc Montgomery County
• Technical amendments to Policy ACF, Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Harassment of Students

The Board of Education approved several administrative items, including a lease agreement for The Arc Montgomery County, Inc. and contracts for school buses and frozen potatoes. The Board also appointed two new supervisors and proclaimed National School Bus Safety Week.

• Approved appointment of Jennifer R. Benson as supervisor, Department of Special Services (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Marie C. Bercaw as assistant director, Department of Talent Acquisition, Certification (Unanimous)
• Approved contract for RFP No. 102623 School Buses with Related Accessories, Supplies, Parts, and Services (Unanimous)
• Approved contract extension for Bid No. 9115.12, Frozen Potatoes (Unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement for The Arc Montgomery County, Inc. at MacDonald Knolls Early Childhood Center (Unanimous)
• Approved utilization of the Fiscal Year 2025 Provision for Future Supported Projects (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed October 21–25, 2024, as National School Bus Safety Week (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)

Joint Meeting with Montgomery County Planning Board

The Montgomery County Board of Education and Planning Board are meeting jointly to discuss a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the Growth & Infrastructure Policy, and school utilization reports. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are informational and discussion items only.

• Discussion of MOU between MCPS and Montgomery Planning
• Discussion of Growth & Infrastructure Policy
• Presentation of school utilization reports for elementary, middle, and high schools

The Board of Education and Montgomery County Planning Board held a joint meeting to discuss the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and school utilization. Officials presented recommendations for the 2024 Growth and Infrastructure Policy Update and reviewed student generation trends. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a revised business meeting to approve a legislative platform, discuss a new charter school (Mentoring by Example College and Career Academies, Business Learning Institute Charter School), and vote on consent items including a major contract for the JoAnn Leleck Elementary School at Broad Acres Replacement Project. Other actions include approval of the FY2025 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan, preliminary plans for Highland View Elementary School addition, and a report on mathematics performance and strategies.

• Award of contract for JoAnn Leleck Elementary School at Broad Acres Replacement Project (consent item 6.1)
• Change order over $100,000 for Woodlin Elementary School Major Capital Project (consent item 6.2)
• Adoption of 2025 Legislative Platform (item 7.1)
• Discussion and action on Mentoring by Example College and Career Academies charter school (item 8.1)
• Preliminary plans presentation for Highland View Elementary School Addition Project (item 10.1)

The Board of Education appointed Dr. Renee K. McCall as the executive director of the Office of the Chief of Staff. The Board also approved several proclamations for October awareness months and a specific school day. A contract for the JoAnn Leleck Elementary School replacement project was approved via consent.

• Appointed Dr. Renee K. McCall as executive director, Office of the Chief of Staff (Unanimous)
• Declared October 2024 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Unanimous)
• Declared October 2024 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Unanimous)
• Proclaimed October 2, 2024, as Walk to School Day (Unanimous)
• Approved contract award for JoAnn Leleck Elementary School replacement project (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to hold closed session for personnel, legal, and administrative matters (Unanimous)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will discuss several financial oversight items, including the mandatory Category 12 expense update for the County Council, the FY2025 Internal Audit work plan, and the process for the FY2026 Operating Budget. The committee will also hear about energy savings performance contracting at 50 schools and updates to three board policies.

• Discussion of draft letter to County Council regarding Category 12 expenses, due September 30
• Overview of FY2026 Operating Budget development process
• Energy savings performance contracting projects at 50 schools to reduce utility costs
• Internal Audit Unit FY2025 work plan presented
• Updates to Board Policies DAA (Fiscal Responsibility), DIG (Operating Fund Investments), and GIG (Retirement/Pension)

The committee meeting consisted of informational presentations and discussions. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Strategic Planning Committee

The Montgomery County Board of Education's Strategic Planning Committee will discuss FY24 academic excellence data, a K-3 literacy field test, and an overview of the FY26-30 strategic planning development. The committee will also review the informational summary from its May 6, 2024 meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion and presentation only.

• Discussion of FY24 Academic Excellence Data
• Update on K-3 Literacy Field Test
• Overview of FY26-30 Strategic Planning Development
• Approval of Informational Summary from May 6, 2024 meeting

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

The Montgomery County Public Schools Committee on Special Populations will meet to discuss how MCPS supports general education staff serving special populations. The agenda includes an overview of professional development aimed at improving outcomes for these students. The committee will also review the informational summary from their June 2024 meeting.

• Overview: MCPS professional development for general education staff serving special populations
• Informational summary from the June 4, 2024, Committee on Special Populations meeting

The Committee adopted the informational summary from the June 4, 2024, meeting. Staff presented data on the growth of special populations enrollment and outlined professional learning goals for teachers supporting these students.

• Adopted informational summary for June 4, 2024, meeting

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Policy Management Committee will discuss its draft 2024-2025 work plan, technical amendments to policies on sexual misconduct and student behavior, and review draft options for the 2025-2026 school year calendar. The committee also receives an informational summary from a past meeting and a list of recently approved regulations.

• Review of proposed 2024-2025 Work Plan for the committee
• Technical amendments to Policy ACF (Sexual Misconduct and Sex-based Harassment of Students) and Policy BLB
• Review of draft 2025-2026 school year calendar options: Version 1 (10-day winter break) and Version 2 (8-day winter break)
• Informational summary of MCPS regulations approved since the last committee meeting

The Policy Management Committee approved the Draft 2024-2025 Work Plan and referred proposed revisions to Policy ACF regarding sexual misconduct to the full Board. The Committee also approved sending 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school calendar scenarios to the Board for the October 22 meeting. Technical amendments to Policy BLB were tabled for further discussion in November.

• Approved Draft 2024-2025 Work Plan by consensus
• Approved sending draft revisions of Policy ACF (Sexual Misconduct and Sex-based-Harassment of Students) to the full Board
• Approved sending 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school year calendar scenarios to the full Board for October 22 meeting
• Tabled technical amendments to Policy BLB (Rules of Procedure in Appeals and Hearings) until November meeting

Ethics Panel Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education Ethics Panel will meet to select a chair and review Policy BBB (Ethics) and MCPS Regulation GCA-RA (Employee Conflict of Interest). The meeting will conclude with a resolution authorizing a closed session.

• Selection of a chair for the Ethics Panel
• Review of Policy BBB, Ethics
• Review of MCPS Regulation GCA-RA, Employee Conflict of Interest
• Resolution for closed session

REVISED Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee Agenda

The Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee will meet to review an informational summary from May 21, 2024. The body will also hold a presentation and discussion regarding navigating access and overcoming obstacles to academic progress and courses.

• Informational summary of the May 21, 2024, meeting
• Presentation on 'Navigating Access and Overcoming Obstacles' regarding academic progress and courses

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a business meeting on September 12, 2024, to discuss the opening of schools and literacy performance. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes procurement contracts, a change order for the Parkland Middle School addition project, and budget transfers. Public comments will be heard from 16 speakers.

• Change order over $100,000 for Parkland Middle School addition project
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more
• Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget end-of-year categorical summary and transfer
• Recommended Fiscal Year 2025 supplemental appropriation for National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant
• Appointment to Defined Contribution Investment Committee for 403(b)/457(b) retirement savings plan

The Board of Education approved the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report and a resolution to observe Hispanic Heritage Month. The Board also issued death notices for three employees and held a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Approved revised resolution for closed session to discuss personnel, legal advice, and collective bargaining (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved death notice for Mr. Min X. Chen (Unanimous)
• Approved death notice for Ms. Deverie D. Jenson (Unanimous)
• Approved death notice for Mr. Bijan Ramesh (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution observing Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, 2024 (Unanimous)

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss the superintendent's entry plan, a safety and security update, and an evaluation of the Career Readiness Education Academy. They will also vote on consent items including a supplemental appropriation for vape detectors, multiple contract extensions, change orders for Brookhaven Elementary HVAC and Silver Spring International Middle School addition, and lease extensions for relocatable classrooms.

• FY2025 supplemental appropriation for vape detectors
• Change order over $100,000 for Brookhaven Elementary School HVAC replacement
• Completion date extension for Silver Spring International Middle School addition project
• Contract extensions for motor/aviation fuels, HVAC equipment, elevator maintenance, groceries, and miscellaneous foods
• Lease extensions for relocatable classrooms

The Board of Education approved several personnel appointments, including a new chief of staff and deputy chief of facilities management. The Board also approved the monthly Human Resources and Development Report and issued sympathy resolutions for three deceased employees.

• Appointed Esther F. (Essie) McGuire as chief of staff (Unanimous)
• Appointed Adnan Mamoon as deputy chief of facilities management (Unanimous)
• Appointed John C. Marshall as director, Editorial, Graphics, and Publishing Services (Unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Joshua A. Williams as principal of Fields Road Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved death notices for Zanashia M. Rowe, Concetta R. Ray, and Monica S. Kohout (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda for the August 20, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to hold a closed session for budget, personnel, and legal matters (Unanimous)

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a special business meeting that consists primarily of approving and conducting a closed session, followed by adjournment. No substantive public business is on the agenda.

• Approval of closed session and resolution for today's closed session

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will consider a consent agenda including a contract award for the Charles W. Woodward High School Reopening Project Phase II, multiple change orders over $100,000, and contract extensions. The board will also discuss board member duties, a 2024 year-in-review, and summer professional learning, and hear public comments.

• Award of contract for Charles W. Woodward High School Reopening Project Phase II
• Change orders over $100,000 for Diamond ES reroofing, Harriet R. Tubman ES, and Woodlin ES capital project
• Purchase of land and deed acceptance for Crown High School
• Contract extensions for Speech-Language Services and Private Duty Nursing for students with disabilities
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more (multiple items listed in consent agenda)

The Board of Education approved several director and supervisor appointments within the Office of School Support and Improvement, Human Resources, and Special Education. The Board also approved the monthly Human Resources and Development Report and issued death notices for two staff members.

• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Approved death notice for Mrs. Panthea R. Mitchell (unanimous)
• Approved death notice for Ms. Leslie S. Wiegel-Medwetsky (unanimous)
• Appointed Aricka R. Porter as director, Office of School Support and Improvement (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Michael J. Zarchin as director, Office of School Support and Improvement (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessika D. Boone as director, ADA Compliance (unanimous)
• Appointed Dyan K. Gomez as director, Division of School Resources and Financial Support (unanimous)
• Appointed Erica W. Williams as director, Division of Special Education Prekindergarten, Programs, and Services (unanimous)

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda (virtual)

This special board business meeting is entirely procedural. The only action item is approving a closed session, with no public votes on policies, budgets, or contracts.

• Resolution for today's closed session to be approved

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will hear staff overviews of the adopted Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget and initial plans for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget process, including preliminary timeline and challenges. Discussions also include procurement workflow improvements, options to mitigate employee health plan expenses, and the monthly financial monitoring process.

• Oral discussion of the FY2025 Final Operating Budget adopted by the Board on June 11, 2024
• Planning for the FY2026 Operating Budget process starting July 1, 2025, with timeline and challenges
• Workflow study to streamline purchase contracts and memoranda of understanding
• Review of options to mitigate expenses for employee and retiree health plans
• Overview of monthly financial monitoring of the operating budget

The Committee held an informational meeting to review budget updates and procurement processes. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session consisted of staff presentations and oral discussions.

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will appoint a Superintendent of Schools and take final action on Policy IKB (Homework). The agenda also includes a consent agenda with HVAC replacement projects, lease amendments, and budget transfers, as well as public comments and a discussion on work-based learning expansion.

• Appointment of the Superintendent of Schools
• Final action on Policy IKB (Homework)
• Award of HVAC replacement contracts for Harmony Hills Elementary School and White Oak Middle School
• Fiscal Year 2025 tuition rates for non-resident students
• Change order over $100,000 for Crown High School (New) project

The Board of Education unanimously appointed Dr. Thomas Taylor to a four-year term as superintendent, effective July 1, 2024. The Board also approved several personnel appointments for school principals and the chief of security and compliance.

• Appointed Dr. Thomas Taylor as superintendent for a four-year term (Unanimous)
• Appointed Marcus G. Jones as chief of security and compliance (Unanimous)
• Appointed Brittany Love-Campbell as principal of Gaithersburg High School (Unanimous)
• Appointed Gregory Miller as principal of Walt Whitman High School (Unanimous)
• Appointed Shenice N. Brevard as principal of Shady Grove Middle School (Unanimous)
• Appointed Natasha Bolden as principal of Stedwick Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution for closed session to discuss budget, personnel, and collective bargaining (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes award of contracts for school construction projects, procurement contracts of $25,000 or more, and extensions for technology, food, and other services. The board will also hear public comments, recognize award recipients, and discuss human resources matters. Item 6.2 (technology products contract extension) was pulled from consideration.

• Award of contract for JoAnn Leleck Elementary School at Broad Acres Replacement Project
• Award of contract for Thomas S. Wootton High School Phase I ADA/Site Improvement Project
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more (consent item 6.1)
• Contract extension for technology products and services (pulled from agenda)
• Contract approval for dental and life insurance plans

The Board of Education conducted a closed session to discuss budget strategy, the superintendent search, and collective bargaining. In open session, the Board approved the meeting agenda and removed several items from consideration.

• Approved Resolution 260-24 to hold a closed session for personnel, budget, and legal matters (unanimous among those present)
• Approved Resolution 261-24 to pull Consent Item 6.2 regarding Technology Products contract extension (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 262-24 to pull and defer Policy IKB (Homework) and the May 23 informational summary to June 25 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 263-24 to approve the amended meeting agenda (unanimous)

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

The Committee on Special Populations will discuss the Reducing Overidentification in Special Education (ROSE) Grant and inclusive practices. The meeting also includes an informational summary from the March 4, 2024, meeting.

• Discussion of Reducing Overidentification in Special Education (ROSE) Grant
• Discussion of Inclusive Practices in Special Education
• Informational summary for the March 4, 2024, meeting

The Committee adopted the informational summary for the meeting. Members received presentations on the Reducing Overidentification in Special Education (ROSE) grant and the framework for inclusive practices in special education.

• Adopted the informational summary for the June 4, 2024 meeting

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

This special business meeting of the Montgomery County Board of Education consists entirely of procedural steps to approve and then hold a closed session, followed by adjournment. No public votes, policy decisions, or substantive discussions are on the agenda.

• Approval of resolution for closed session
• Closed session (no public agenda items listed)

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will discuss and take action on the 2024-2025 virtual education plan, a calendar modification for Roscoe R. Nix Elementary, and a comprehensive approach to districtwide mental health services. Consent items include awards for school addition projects at Greencastle Elementary, William Tyler Page Elementary, Parkland Middle, and South Lake Elementary. The board will also consider previous new business items on wellness and gun safety.

• Award of contract for Greencastle Elementary School Addition Project
• Acceptance of William Tyler Page Elementary School Addition Project
• Acceptance of Parkland Middle School Addition Project
• 2024-2025 School Year Virtual Education Plan discussion and action
• Previous new business items on wellness and gun safety

The Board of Education appointed several new principals and associate superintendents. The Board also recognized Pride Month and three scholarship recipients. A closed session was held to discuss budget strategy, personnel, and collective bargaining.

• Approved appointment of Dr. Tamitha E. Campbell as Associate Superintendent (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved appointment of Mr. Sean P. McGee as Associate Superintendent (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Yolanda R. Allen as Director, Office of School Support and Well-Being (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Robert W. Dodd as Director, Office of School Support and Well-Being (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Alana D. Murray as Director, Office of School Support and Well-Being (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved appointment of Mrs. Stephanie W. Nesmith as Principal, Briggs Chaney Middle School (7-0)
• Approved appointments of 6 elementary school principals (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing June 2024 as LGBTQ Pride Month (unanimous)

REVISED Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee Agenda

This is a regular meeting of the Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee. The committee will review an informational summary from its February 13, 2024 meeting and hold a student dialogue session covering critical student issues and general feedback. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of informational summary from February 13, 2024 meeting
• Student dialogue on critical student issues
• Student dialogue on general student feedback

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Policy Management Committee will review public comments and discuss three policies: IKB (homework), IOD (education of English language learners), and a new policy GEA (board appointment of MCPS leaders). The committee will also receive an informational update on regulations approved from February to April 2024. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a discussion and review session.

• Discussion of Policy IKB on homework, including review of public comments
• Discussion of Policy IOD on education of English language learners, including review of public comments
• Discussion of new Policy GEA on board appointment of MCPS leaders, including review of public comments
• Informational item on MCPS regulations approved from February to April 2024

The Policy Management Committee reviewed and amended policies regarding homework, English language learners, and the appointment of MCPS leaders. By consensus, the committee recommended sending all three policies to the full Board for final action.

• Recommended Policy IKB (Homework) for final Board action by consensus
• Recommended Policy IOD (Education of English Language Learners) for final Board action by consensus
• Recommended Policy GEA (Board Appointment of MCPS Leaders) for final Board action by consensus

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education meets to discuss chronic absenteeism and vote on a consent agenda. Consent items include procurement contracts over $25,000, a social studies curriculum contract for grades K–2, HVAC replacement at Sligo Middle School, a change order over $100,000 for Poolesville High School, acceptance of Cabin Branch Elementary School, and several leases. New business items address graduation cap decorating (adopted) and gun safety (tabled to May 23).

• Oral discussion of chronic absenteeism
• Approval of procurement contracts of $25,000 or more
• Contract for RFP No. 4904.1 – Social Studies grades K–2 curriculum materials
• Award of contract for Sligo Middle School HVAC replacement project
• Change order over $100,000 for Poolesville High School major capital project

Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will hear an update on literacy progress, focusing on reading transitions at grades 3, 6, and 9. The committee will also review the informational summary from the previous meeting. No votes are scheduled.

• Informational summary of April 2, 2024 meeting (procedural)
• Presentation and discussion: literacy progress update, focusing on transition grades 3, 6, and 9

The committee received an informational update on literacy progress focusing on grades 3, 6, and 9. Staff presented the five components and four focus areas of the Pre-K-12 comprehensive literacy plan, including the multi-tiered system of supports for struggling students.

• Approved informational summary for the April 2, 2024 meeting

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote on consent items including the award of a contract for the new Crown High School project and a reroofing contract for James Hubert Blake High School. The board will also take final action on Policy IJA regarding school counseling programs and discuss a corrective action dashboard. Public comments on various topics will be heard before the votes.

• Award of contract for Crown High School (New) Project
• Award of contract for James Hubert Blake High School Reroofing Phase 1 Project
• FY2024 Supplemental Appropriation for Technology Modernization
• Final action on Policy IJA, School Counseling Programs and Services
• Fiscal Year 2024 Quarterly Update on Design and Construction Contract Awards for Special Projects

The Board of Education unanimously approved several personnel appointments and the monthly Human Resources and Development Report. The Board also issued resolutions of sympathy for three deceased employees and designated several commemorative days and months for May 2024.

• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Peter O. Moran as chief of school support and well-being (unanimous)
• Appointed Ms. Kelly A. Bean as supervisor, secondary mathematics (unanimous)
• Appointed Mr. Daniel Miller as principal, Ridgeview Middle School (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions of sympathy for Teri D. Johnson, Aida Martin, and Gene Smith (unanimous)
• Designated May 6–10, 2024, as Teacher Appreciation Week (unanimous)
• Proclaimed May 8, 2024, as Bike to School Day (unanimous)
• Declared May 2024 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (unanimous)

Special Board Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a special business meeting primarily to approve a resolution to enter a closed session. No other public business is scheduled. The meeting adjourns at 4:30 p.m. following the closed session.

• Approval of a resolution for today's closed session (action item)

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a business meeting including a closed session, recognitions, and public comments. The Board will take tentative action on Policy IOD for Education of English Language Learners, discuss mid-year evidence of learning and on-track for graduation, and receive a safety and security update. Consent items include procurement contracts, a change order for South Lake Elementary School, and a supplemental appropriation for education support professional bonuses.

• Tentative action on Policy IOD, Education of English Language Learners
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more
• Contract approval for Bid No. NTA-510-23, Purchase of Replacement and Additional Motor Vehicles
• Change Order Over $100,000—South Lake Elementary School Major Capital Project
• Recommended Fiscal Year 2024 Supplemental Appropriation for Education Support Professionals—Bonus and Report

The Board of Education approved several personnel appointments, including a new press secretary and principals for five schools. The Board also passed resolutions recognizing School Nutrition Employee Appreciation Week and National Volunteer Week.

• Appointed Liliana L. Lopez as press secretary/public information officer (Unanimous)
• Appointed Anita R. O’Neill as principal of Clarksburg High School (Unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Bradley W. Rohner as principal of Damascus High School (Unanimous)
• Appointed Samuel G. Levine as principal of John T. Baker Middle School (Unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Sofia M. Vega Ormeno as principal of Gaithersburg Middle School (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Bay Graber as principal of Clearspring Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Appointed Cynthia Houston as principal of Woodfield Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Recognized School Nutrition Employee Appreciation Week and School Lunch Hero Day 2024 (Unanimous)

Strategic Planning Committee

The Montgomery County Public Schools Strategic Planning Committee will meet to discuss Item 3.1, 'Building Safer & More Inclusive School Communities,' under the MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2022-2025. This is a discussion and presentation item. The meeting will also review the informational summary from the previous meeting on January 22, 2024.

• Discussion of 'Building Safer & More Inclusive School Communities' as part of MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2022-2025

The Committee received presentations on restorative practices, cultural competence training, and student attendance. The meeting focused on the MCPS Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2025 and the impact of the Antiracist Audit. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved informational summary for January 22, 2024 meeting

Special Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will vote on a contract for an executive search firm to select a new superintendent. The meeting begins with a closed session approval and a resolution for that session. The main action is the approval of the search firm contract.

• Approval of contract for executive search firm for superintendent selection
• Resolution for today's closed session

The Board of Education approved a contract with Greenwood Asher & Associates to provide executive search consulting and coaching services for selecting a Superintendent of Schools. The Board also held a closed session to discuss personnel and administrative matters related to the search process.

• Approved contract with Greenwood Asher & Associates for $126,000 (unanimous among those present)
• Approved Resolution No. 149-24 to conduct a closed session for superintendent search and personnel matters (unanimous among those present)

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The Fiscal Management Committee will receive updates on the FY2025 Operating Budget, including the county executive's recommendation, and review spending affordability guidelines set by the County Council. The committee will also discuss Category 12 fixed-charge expenses, capital improvements, and enterprise funds. These discussions will inform letters to the County Council due by March 31.

• Update on FY2025 Operating Budget including county executive's March 15 recommendation
• Discussion of Spending Affordability Guidelines and required letter if budget exceeds ceiling
• Review of Category 12 (fixed charges) expenditures through January 31, 2024
• Update on Capital Improvements Program and County Council feedback
• Enterprise funds review: School Food Service, Real Estate, Field Trip, and Entrepreneurial Activities funds totaling $85.0 million plus $1.6 million Instructional Television fund

The Committee received informational updates on the FY2025 operating budget, pension strategies, and the Capital Improvements Program. Staff presented reports on greenhouse gas emissions reduction and food and nutrition services. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a business meeting to act on a consent agenda that includes multiple procurement contracts, change orders over $100,000 for school capital projects, and a lease amendment for office space at 15 West Gude Drive. The board will also recognize various heritage months and educators, and hear public comments from 20 registered speakers.

• Change Order Over $100,000—Charles W. Woodward High School Reopening Project
• Change Order Over $100,000—Woodlin Elementary School Major Capital Project
• Second Lease Amendment for Commercial Office Space—15 West Gude Drive
• Award of Contract—Blair G. Ewing Center Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Replacement Project
• Approval of Procurement Contracts of $25,000 or More (including contracts for classroom furniture, office papers, wireless mobility, cafeteria supplies, fire alarm services)

Strategic Planning Committee

The Montgomery County Public Schools Strategic Planning Committee will discuss and receive a presentation on 'Building Safer & More Inclusive School Communities' as part of the FY 2022-2025 Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes approval of the January 22, 2024 informational summary and opening remarks.

• Discussion and presentation on 'Building Safer & More Inclusive School Communities' under MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2022-2025

Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget and the FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments Hearing

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a public hearing to receive testimony on the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget and the FY2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Spring Amendments. Scheduled speakers include representatives from the Walter Johnson and Richard Montgomery clusters, Twinbrook Elementary PTA, and individual community members.

• Testimony from Walter Johnson Cluster (Dorigen Hofmann)
• Testimony from Richard Montgomery Cluster (Amy Ackerberg-Hastings)
• Testimony from Twinbrook Elementary School PTA (Kevin Sorrentino)
• Individual testimonies from Raul Ortiz, Zach Jones, and Wendy Smith
• Hearing scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

The Board of Education conducted a hearing to receive testimony regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget and the FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget and the FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments Work Session #2

The Montgomery County Board of Education holds a work session on the FY2025 Capital Budget and FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments. The session includes a review of boundary studies and discussion of project timelines and scope of work. No decisions are made; it is a discussion-only meeting.

• Review of boundary studies as part of capital budget planning
• Discussion of project timelines and scope of work for capital improvements
• Work session #2 for FY2025 Capital Budget and FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments

The Board of Education discussed boundary studies and project timelines for Charles W. Woodward High School and Crown High School. A proposal to increase the Damascus Project budget by $12 million for a traditional automotive space was voted down.

• Amendment to increase Damascus Project by $12 million denied (2-5)

Special Business Meeting Agenda - Appointments Only

This is a special business meeting focused solely on personnel appointments. The board will first hold a closed session and then vote on recommended appointments. No other policy or budget items are on the agenda.

• Closed session approval and resolution for today's closed session
• Recommended appointments (no specific positions or names listed in the agenda)

The Board of Education unanimously approved seven personnel appointments, including six elementary school principals and one supervisor of specially designed instruction. The Board also held a closed session to discuss the superintendent search process and personnel matters.

• Approved appointment of Kelly Jiron as supervisor of specially designed instruction (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Kilsys Batista as principal of Rock View Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Iraida Bodre-Woods as principal of East Silver Spring Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Lavina Carrillo as principal of Rock Creek Forest Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Nadia J. Kline-Taylor as principal of Potomac Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Pamela Parker as principal of Montgomery Knolls Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Stacey F. Rogovoy as principal of North Chevy Chase Elementary School (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 84-24 to conduct a closed session regarding superintendent search and personnel (Unanimous)

Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget and the FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments Hearing

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Budget and the FY2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Spring Amendments. The agenda lists scheduled testimony from a municipal official, students, PTA and cluster representatives, and individual residents. No board decisions are scheduled; this is solely a hearing to gather public input.

• Public hearing on FY2025 Capital Budget and FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments
• Testimony from City of Rockville Mayor Monique Ashton
• Testimony from 11 student speakers
• Testimony from PTA and cluster coordinators (Wootton, Magruder, Walter Johnson, Paint Branch, Burtonsville, Quince Orchard)
• Testimony from 8 individual residents

The Board of Education conducted a public hearing to receive testimony from elected officials, students, associations, and individuals. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the session.

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

The Committee on Special Populations is meeting to review an informational summary from January 22, 2024. The body will also discuss the intersectionality of dual coded English Language Development (ELD) and special education students regarding an OSE grant.

• Discussion on dual coded ELD and Special Education students (OSE grant)

The Committee on Special Populations adopted the informational summary from its January 22, 2024, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of an informational presentation regarding dually identified students who receive both English Language Development and special education services.

• Adopted informational summary for the January 22, 2024, meeting

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Public Schools Policy Management Committee will meet to discuss draft amendments to several policies, including procurement, homework, education of English language learners, and school counseling. The committee will also review the development of a new policy on board appointment of MCPS leaders. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• Discussion of draft technical amendments to Policy DJA (MCPS Procurement Practices and Bid Awards)
• Review of draft amendments to Policy IKB (Homework)
• Review of draft amendments to Policy IOD (Education of English Language Learners)
• Review of public comments on draft amendments to Policy IJA (School Counseling Programs and Services)
• Discussion of new Policy GEA (Board Appointment of MCPS Leaders)

The Policy Management Committee reviewed and recommended five policy drafts for action by the full Board. These policies cover procurement practices, homework, English language learner education, school counseling, and the appointment of MCPS leaders.

• Agreed by consensus to send draft Policy DJA (Procurement Practices and Bid Awards) to the full Board
• Agreed by consensus to send final draft Policy IKB (Homework) with suggested changes to the full Board
• Recommended by consensus sending Policy IOD (Education of English Language Learners) to the full Board for tentative action
• Recommended by consensus sending Policy IJA (School Counseling Programs and Services) as amended to the full Board for final action
• Recommended by consensus sending new Policy GEA (Board Appointment of MCPS Leaders) as amended to the full Board for tentative action

Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Capital Budget and the FY2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments Work Session

This is a work session for the Montgomery County Board of Education to discuss the FY2025 Capital Budget and FY2025-2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Spring Amendments. Staff will present the spring amendment timeline, the County Executive's recommended CIP, non-recommended reductions, a capital projects overview, and an overview of boundary studies. No votes are expected; the meeting is for board discussion and information.

• Spring Amendment Timeline
• Montgomery County Executive's Recommended FY2025-2030 CIP
• Non-Recommended Reductions
• Capital Projects Overview
• Overview of Boundary Studies (revised/new)

The Board of Education held a work session to review the FY 2025 Capital Budget and FY 2025-2030 CIP Spring Amendments. The Board stated it stands by its original request, noting the County Executive's recommendation is approximately $91 million less than requested.

• Approved the agenda by consensus

Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will meet on February 22, 2024, at 850 Hungerford Drive in Rockville to address school funding and operations. The board will vote on the tentative adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget, which determines funding for district schools and services, and approve Fiscal Year 2024 budget transfers. Additional actions include confirming a new director for special education services, reviewing Grade 10 college and career readiness data, and hearing public comments.

• Tentative adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 second-quarter budget transfers
• Appointment of the Director of Special Education Services
• Discussion of 2022-2023 Grade 10 college and career ready data
• Announcement of a new pilot program under new business

The Board of Education tentatively adopted the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget totaling $3,352,898,821. The budget includes specific amendments to staff positions and the elimination of a program at Roscoe Nix Elementary School. The Board also appointed a new director for Special Education Services.

• Tentatively adopted FY 2025 Operating Budget of $3,352,898,821 (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments reducing $997,077 by eliminating Innovative School Year Calendar program at Roscoe Nix Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendments adding seven staff positions totaling $950,420 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kia Middleton-Murphy as director, Department of Special Education Services (Unanimous)
• Declared March 2024 as Women’s History Month (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved revised resolution to conduct closed session (Unanimous)

Operating Budget Hearing Agenda with List of Speakers - REVISED

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The Board will hear testimony from students, organizations, and individuals. Items being considered for modification or elimination include the Montgomery Virtual Academy, Leader in Me Programming, and the Innovative School Year Calendar Initiative. The meeting runs from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

• Public hearing on the FY2025 Operating Budget
• Proposed elimination of Montgomery Virtual Academy
• Proposed elimination of Leader in Me Programming
• Proposed elimination of Innovative School Year Calendar Initiative
• Testimony from 5 students, 3 organizations, and 19 individuals

The Board of Education conducted a public hearing to receive testimony from students, organizations, and individuals regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. No decisions were made on the budget during this meeting.

REVISED Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee Agenda

The Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Committee is meeting to review communication plans and protocols. The agenda includes discussions on school support, crisis communication, and serious incidents. Members will also address cross-agency collaboration, school stories, and language support.

• Review of School Support & Crisis Communication protocols
• Discussion of Serious Incidents communication
• Review of Cross-Agency Collaboration
• Discussion of Language Support
• Review of School Stories

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Board of Education will begin with a closed session, then hear public comments and hold an oral discussion of the Office of Inspector General report on complaints and investigations. The Board will also consider approving the District Assessment Committee and take action on a consent agenda that includes procurement contracts of $25,000 or more, several contract extensions, a change order for the Poolesville High School capital project, and a supplemental appropriation for the employee benefits plan.

• Oral discussion of Office of Inspector General report on complaints and investigations
• Approval of District Assessment Committee
• Procurement contracts of $25,000 or more (consent item)
• Contract award for Travilah Elementary School HVAC replacement project
• Change order over $100,000 for Poolesville High School major capital project

The Board of Education appointed Dr. Monique T. Felder as interim superintendent of schools through July 1, 2024. The Board also approved several administrative appointments and a monthly human resources report.

• Appointed Dr. Monique T. Felder as interim superintendent until July 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Rachel E. Grossberg as assistant general counsel (Unanimous)
• Appointed Claudine Holton as supervisor, Business Program Management and Support (Unanimous)
• Appointed Thomas C. Lockman as deputy chief of staff, Office of the Board of Education (Unanimous)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution of sympathy for the death of Zara M. Land (Unanimous)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to conduct a closed session for budget, personnel, and legal matters (Unanimous)

Operating Budget Work Session Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will review the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Operating Budget during a work session. Discussions will cover chapters on Human Capital Management, Finance, and Administration and Oversight.

• Overview of the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Operating Budget
• Discussion of Chapter 9: Human Capital Management
• Discussion of Chapter 10: Finance
• Discussion of Chapter 11: Administration and Oversight

Fiscal Management Committee Meeting

The committee will receive updates on the Capital Improvements Program and the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget, including the outlook for FY 2025 and the fund balance. Discussions also cover sustainability projects, the Oracle HCM system implementation, and bus fleet electrification. The meeting is informational and discussion-based, with no decisions expected.

• Capital Improvements Program update (discussion)
• FY 2024 Operating Budget update and FY 2025 outlook (discussion)
• Sustainability update on solar panels, urban farm, and energy savings performance contracts
• Human Capital Management Phase I update – Oracle HCM system replacing HR system (discussion)
• Transportation: electrification of bus fleet and transportation study (discussion)

Operating Budget Hearing Agenda with List of Speakers - REVISED

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive testimony on the FY2025 operating budget. Over 40 speakers are registered, including students, organization representatives, cluster representatives, and individuals.

• Student testimony from Niyati Bansal, Saffron Stevens, and others
• Testimony from MCPS Student Climate Action Council, MCCPTA, SEIU Local 500, MCEA
• Cluster representative testimony from Sherwood, Wootton, Richard Montgomery, Blair clusters
• Individual testimony from 12 community members

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 in the summary.

Operating Budget Work Session Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a work session to review the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Operating Budget. The agenda includes overviews and discussions of budget chapters covering academics, curriculum, technology, operations, facilities, human capital, finance, and administration. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only work session.

• Overview of the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Operating Budget presented with a slide deck
• Discussion of Chapter 3: Academics
• Discussion of Chapter 4: Curriculum and Instructional Programs
• Discussion of Chapter 6: Strategic Initiatives and Technology
• Discussion of Chapter 7: Operations

The Board of Education held a work session to review the Superintendent’s Recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. Staff presented reviews of budget chapters covering academics, curriculum, technology, operations, and facilities. No final budget decisions were made; the review will continue at a subsequent work session.

• Approved the January 23, 2024, Operating Budget work session agenda (consensus)

Policy Management Committee Meeting Agenda

The Policy Management Committee will discuss several policies, including a new policy (GEA) on Board appointment of MCPS leadership positions, technical amendments to procurement policy DJA, and draft amendments to policies on English language learners, homework, and school counseling. The committee will also review informational summaries from prior meetings and a list of regulations approved from September through December 2023. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion or information only.

• Discussion of new policy GEA on Board appointment of MCPS leadership positions
• Review of draft technical amendments to Policy DJA (MCPS Procurement Practices and Bid Awards)
• Draft amendments to Policy IOD (Education of English Language Learners)
• Draft amendments to Policy IKB (Homework)
• Review of public comments on Policy IJA (School Counseling Programs and Services)

Strategic Planning Committee

The Strategic Planning Committee will discuss the 'Making Math Count!' initiative, reviewing math progress with a focus on transition guides for grades 3, 6, and 9. This is a discussion and presentation item; no votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Review of math progress with transition guides for grades 3, 6, 9 as part of the MCPS Strategic Plan FY 2022-2025

Committee on Special Populations Meeting

The Montgomery County Public Schools Committee on Special Populations will review an informational summary from a previous meeting and discuss a report on alternative pathways for students not pursuing a high school diploma. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion of 'Alternate Pathways to Success: Students not Earning a High School Diploma' with a PDF report
• Informational Summary from the September 11, 2023 Committee on Special Populations meeting

The Committee received presentations on programs for students not pursuing a high school diploma. Discussions focused on the Alternative Learning Outcomes for students with significant cognitive disabilities and the Career Readiness Education Academy for those pursuing a GED.

• Adopted the informational summary for the September 11, 2023, meeting

Operating Budget Hearing Agenda with List of Speakers - Revised

The Montgomery County Board of Education is holding a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 operating budget. Over 30 individuals and organizations are scheduled to testify, including students, cluster representatives, and advocacy groups. The board will hear testimony in multiple categories before potentially asking questions.

• Students testify on budget priorities
• Organizations include NAACP Parents Council, SEIU Local 500, and Montgomery County School Psychologists' Association
• Cluster representatives from Northwood, Wheaton, Einstein, Kennedy, Quince Orchard, Whitman, Walter Johnson, Clarksburg, Seneca Valley, Bethesda-Chevy Chase, and Northwest clusters
• Individual testimony from over a dozen residents
• Board will have question periods after each testimony section

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

Operating Budget Work Session Agenda (Virtual)

The Board of Education holds a virtual work session to review the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Operating Budget. Discussions cover budget chapters on schools, special education, school support, academics, and curriculum. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Overview of the Superintendent's Recommended FY 2025 Operating Budget (discussion)
• Chapter 1, Schools: K-12, Alternative Education, English Learners, Montgomery Virtual Academy, Prekindergarten, Head Start, Title I, and Special Education (discussion)
• Chapter 5, Special Education (discussion)
• Chapter 2, School Support and Well-Being (discussion)
• Chapter 3, Academics and Chapter 4, Curriculum and Instructional Programs (discussion)

The Board of Education held a work session to review several chapters of the Superintendent's Recommended Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The Board moved the review of Chapter 3 (Academics) and Chapter 4 (Curriculum and Instructional Programs) to the next work session.

• Approved the January 16, 2024, Operating Budget work session agenda (consensus)
• Moved review of Chapter 3 (Academics) and Chapter 4 (Curriculum and Instructional Programs) to the next work session (consensus)

REVISED Business Meeting Agenda

The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a business meeting including a closed session, recognitions, public comments, and discussion items. Major topics include an oral discussion on Algebra II student data, a discussion and action on Fiscal Year 2025 Summer Programs, and an update on the English Language Development Action Plan. The board will also consider a consent agenda with numerous procurement contracts, reroofing projects, solar agreements, and a supplemental appropriation for the Healthy Schools Facility Fund.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Summer Programs – discussion and action
• Student Data/Pathway Milestone: Algebra II data oral discussion
• English Language Development update and action plan
• Award of contract for Diamond Elementary School reroofing project
• Update to Solar Photovoltaic Power Purchase Agreements at various rooftop locations

The Board of Education approved the Monthly Human Resources and Development Report and a resolution of sympathy for a deceased teacher. The Board also held a closed session to discuss personnel matters, budget strategy, and collective bargaining negotiations with MCEA.

• Approved revised resolution for closed session (unanimous among those present)
• Approved revised meeting agenda (unanimous among those present)
• Approved Monthly Human Resources and Development Report (unanimous among those present)
• Approved resolution expressing sympathy for the death of teacher Teresa J. Boyd (unanimous among those present)
• Approved resolution for National School Counseling Week (unanimous among those present)