St. Mary's County Public Schools public meetings in 2022
25 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board of Education will hold an executive session on personnel and litigation, then reconvene to elect a chairman and vice chairman. The consent agenda includes approval of $430,475 in commercial kitchen equipment purchases via cooperative contracts, school bus contract transfers and spare bus additions, and a preventive maintenance contract for chillers and rooftop AC units. A public hearing and public comment period are also scheduled.
- Election of Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Approval of $430,475 commercial kitchen equipment purchase using Sourcewell cooperative contracts
- Approval of school bus contract transfers (Buses 557 and 515 to Lacey Transportation) and addition of three spare buses (7703, 7746, 7798)
- Award of contract #SMCPS-2023-M-CRTU to E.J. Herring & Son for chiller and rooftop A/C preventive maintenance, valid through January 2028
- Approval of personnel actions including teacher new hires and departures
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County is meeting to decide on an emergency replacement of six failing bladder tanks at Margaret Brent Middle School, involving a $221,650 budget transfer and a $201,500 contract award to A.C. Schultes of Maryland. The consent agenda includes a $73,369 furniture contingency increase for Mechanicsville Elementary School and approval of personnel actions including teacher hires and departures. The meeting also includes procedural items, executive session, and public comment.
- Emergency replacement of six bladder tanks at Margaret Brent Middle School, contract award to A.C. Schultes of Maryland for $201,500 plus $20,150 contingency
- Budget amendment transferring $221,650 from three capital projects to fund the bladder tank replacement
- Furniture contingency increase of $73,369 for Mechanicsville Elementary School renovation
- Approval of personnel actions including certificated new hires and departures
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 9, 2022
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, personnel changes, and several contracts. Notable actions include a $72,345 contract for a special education teacher in the Infants and Toddlers program and a piggyback contract for athletic and medical supplies. The board also will hold recognitions for American Education Week and School Psychology Awareness Week, and will discuss personnel in executive session.
- Approve professional services contract for Ms. Myra O'Mire as a Special Education Teacher at a total cost of $72,345 for FY23
- Piggyback on Sourcewell contract #022422-SHC with School Health Corporation for athletic and medical supplies on an as-needed basis
- Approve personnel changes including new teacher hires and departures
- Recognize American Education Week (November 13-19, 2022) and Educational Support Professionals Day (November 16, 2022)
- Recognize School Psychology Awareness Week (November 7-11, 2022)
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will hold a public hearing and receive public comment. Action items include awarding a contract for kitchen refrigeration services and approving a consent agenda with personnel actions, meeting minutes, and HVAC/refrigeration repairs at several school sites.
- Award contract #SMCPS-2023-FS-KRS for kitchen refrigeration services to AC's Mechanical Services, Hancock Refrigeration, and Brothers Mechanical Services (estimated over $50,000/year)
- Approve up to $10,269 for a new air conditioning system at Virtual Academy and $20,090 for a new heat pump at the Board of Education building from Hancock Refrigeration
- Approve emergency repair of $26,870 for a walk-in freezer condenser at Esperanza Middle School
- Approve personnel actions for teachers and other certificated staff
- Public comment from Vatanna Gaines, Elaine Deems, Stephanie Barr, Deb Rey, and Sarah Penrod
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board of Education is meeting to recognize National Teen Driver Safety Week, approve personnel actions and a $73,146 contract with Soliant Health for a special education teacher, adopt the Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) staffing plan for special education, and receive the audited financial statements and September financial report.
- Recognition of National Teen Driver Safety Week and resolution for October 16–22, 2022
- Approval of consent agenda including new teacher hires and departures
- Approval of $73,146 contract to Soliant Health LLC for a special education teacher
- Approval of Local Application for Federal Funds (LAFF) staffing plan for special education SY2022-2023
- Presentation of 2022 audited financial statements and FY2023 September financial report
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County met on September 28, 2022. They approved a consent agenda including personnel actions for teachers and administrative/supervisory staff. The board also received information on SAT performance data and recognized Giant Food's donation to support student hunger programs.
- Approved personnel changes for teachers and administrative/supervisory positions
- Recognized Giant Food for a donation to the Nourishing Our Youth Round-Up Program
- Designated October 17-21 as National School Bus Safety Week and School Bus Driver/Attendant Appreciation Week
- Received a presentation on 2021-2022 SAT performance data
- Heard about the importance of updating student contact and meal forms
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board approved the FY2024-2029 State Capital Improvements Program, which includes rescinding a $4,970,000 limited renovation for Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School. Consent agenda approvals included new teacher and administrative hires, a $113,880 performing arts workshop trip to Walt Disney World for Leonardtown High School, and a $51,054 cargo van purchase for Food and Nutrition Services. The Board also approved the 2022 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan for Educational Facilities.
- Approved rescinding FY2023 approval for Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School Limited Renovation ($4,970,000) as part of FY2024-2029 Capital Improvements Program
- Approved $113,880 Leonardtown High School performing arts workshop trip to Walt Disney World, Jan 25-29, 2023, funded by Student Activity Funds
- Approved $51,054 purchase of a high-roof cargo van for Food and Nutrition Services from Hertrich Fleet Services via Howard County contract
- Approved personnel appointments for teachers and administrative/supervisory positions as part of consent agenda
- Approved 2022 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan for Educational Facilities (COMAR 14.39.02.17)
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education held an executive session on personnel and administrative items, then reconvened to approve the consent agenda. The consent agenda included personnel actions, a contract for occupational therapy services ($87,696), a College Board contract for PSAT/SAT assessments ($100,157.50), and a renewal of Imagine Learning software licenses ($156,875). The board also held public hearings and public comment.
- Approved personnel actions for teachers and administrators.
- Approved $87,696 contract with Sarah Dickinson for occupational therapy services for special education.
- Approved $100,157.50 contract with College Board for PSAT/NMSQT and SAT SD assessments.
- Approved $156,875 renewal of Imagine Learning software licenses for literacy and math.
Special Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 4:00 p.m.
This special meeting of the St. Mary's County Board of Education began with an executive session for personnel and administrative functions, then reconvened to approve the consent agenda, which included administrative and supervisory personnel appointments. The board also set the next regular meeting for August 31, 2022. The agenda is primarily procedural with no substantive policy decisions or financial items discussed.
- Approved consent agenda for personnel – administrative and supervisory appointments
- Held executive session under Maryland law for personnel and administrative matters
- Next regular board meeting scheduled for August 31, 2022 at 5:00 PM
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County will vote on a $444,000 payment to the school bus contractors' health and welfare trust, which funds health insurance for contracted drivers and attendants. The board will also approve a contract with ProFlex Physical Therapy to supply certified athletic trainers for high school sports programs, with an estimated annual cost of $117,000 to $140,000. A public hearing will be held on revisions to the exclusion, physical restraint, and seclusion policy, which will move to final approval on August 31.
- Approve $444,000 payment to the St. Mary’s County School Bus Contractors Health and Welfare Trust for FY 2023
- Award contract to ProFlex Physical Therapy for certified athletic trainers ($117,000–$140,000 annual cost)
- Hold public hearing on Policy JHFA revisions covering exclusion, physical restraint, and seclusion
- Approve consent agenda items including teacher and administrative personnel appointments
- Review superintendent update and student member report
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County met on July 20, 2022, and approved a consent agenda that included personnel actions (teacher and administrator hires/departures), a new grass cutting and grounds maintenance contract with Level Green Landscaping LLC (annual expenditures up to $192,572), the purchase of Conscious Discipline materials and training (over $50,000), and a digital safety management software subscription from Gaggle ($59,725 for FY23). The board also held an executive session on personnel, litigation, and administrative items, and heard a public comment from Gregory Ryan.
- Award of contract SMCPS-2023-O-GMS for grass cutting and grounds maintenance to Level Green Landscaping LLC (annual spending $155,000–$192,000)
- Purchase of Conscious Discipline social-emotional learning materials and training exceeding $50,000 for early childhood (PreK–Grade 3)
- Approval of digital safety management software from Gaggle at $59,725 for FY23, with potential through 2024
- Certificated personnel changes: new hires and departures for the 2022–2023 school year
- Public comment from Gregory Ryan (file attached)
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County will consider a consent agenda including contracts for special education staff and a milk supply agreement. Items include up to $99,750 for a speech pathologist via AMN Healthcare and $214,130 for a speech pathologist and physical therapist via CompHealth. A milk contract with Cloverland Farms Dairy, expected to exceed $500,000 in FY23, is also up for approval. The meeting includes recognition of state track champions and public comment.
- Contract with AMN Healthcare for a speech pathologist at $99,750 for 2022-2023
- Contract with CompHealth for a speech pathologist ($107,730) and a physical therapist ($106,400) for 2022-2023
- Award of milk and related products contract to Cloverland Farms Dairy; FY22 purchases $535,298; FY23 expected over $500,000
- Approval of June 8, 2022 meeting minutes and personnel actions (certificated hires/departures)
- Recognition of Leonardtown High School as 2022 Maryland State Outdoor Track and Field Champions
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 1:00 p.m.
The Board approved consent agenda items including a $802,791 contract with High Road School for in-district special education programs and a $105,377.30 agreement for cafeteria POS system maintenance and terminal replacement. The meeting also included recognitions, public comment, and an executive session on personnel matters.
- Approve $802,791 contract with High Road School for special education classrooms at Green Holly Elementary, Margaret Brent Middle, and Chopticon High
- Approve $105,377.30 for cafeteria POS software, hardware maintenance, and replacement terminals
- Approve personnel actions including teacher hires and departures for 2022-2023
- Recognize Patuxent Partnership for STEM donation
- Recognize Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Special Education and Department of Safety & Security
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will hold public hearings on three proposed policy revisions: Policy ECF on Energy Conservation, the High School Program of Studies for 2022-2023, and Policy JHCG for Educational Programs for Pregnant and Parenting Students. The meeting also includes recognitions, personnel approvals, a consent agenda, and an executive session for personnel and litigation matters. Final approvals are expected at the June 8 meeting.
- Public hearing on revisions to Policy ECF Energy Conservation
- Public hearing on proposed revisions to the High School Program of Studies 2022-2023
- Public hearing on Policy JHCG for Educational Programs for Pregnant and Parenting Students
- Approval of Chopticon High School Performing Arts trip to Disney World
- Personnel actions for teachers and administrative/supervisory staff
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board approved its agenda and consent items, including minutes from the April 27 meeting and personnel appointments. It held public hearings on proposed amendments to Policy “DH” for bonded employees and officers and Policy “DJC” on procurement methods, which will be voted on at the May 25 meeting. The board also received a financial report for April 2022 and presented information on revisions to the high school program of studies.
- Motion to approve the agenda passed (motion by Cathy Allen, second by Rita Weaver).
- Consent agenda approved, including April 27 minutes and personnel appointment documents.
- Public hearing on amendment to Policy "DH" Bonded Employees and Officers.
- Public hearing on amendment to Policy "DJC" Procurement Methods.
- FY2022 April financial report presented for information.
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education will vote on an action item to amend the 2021-2022 operational calendar, granting all staff administrative leave on June 20, 2022 for Juneteenth. The agenda also includes recognitions, public comment, consent agenda items (personnel, policy revision), and first readings of policies on bonded employees and procurement methods.
- Action: Revision of 2021-2022 operational calendar to provide administrative leave for all staff on June 20, 2022 for Juneteenth
- Recognition: Superintendent's Art Gallery artists for 3rd marking period, including students from Oakville, Green Holly, Lexington Park, Ridge, Esperanza, Leonardtown, and Chesapeake Public Charter
- Recognition: Month of the Military Child with resolution presented by NAS Patuxent River representatives
- Consent: Policy JGG revision updating 'Last Reviewed' date on Student Arrest for a Reportable Offense policy
- Information: First readings of Policy DH (Bonded Employees and Officers) and Policy DJC (Procurement Methods)
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County voted to approve the adoption of new middle school science instructional materials from Amplify Science at an approximate cost of $472,264. The consent agenda was also passed, including personnel changes, a contract piggyback for instructional supplies from Lakeshore Learning Materials, and the superintendent's contract. The board heard one public comment from Sarah Penrod.
- Approved adoption of Amplify Science for grades 6-8 at $472,264 including materials and professional development
- Approved piggyback on Anne Arundel County contract with Lakeshore Learning Materials for instructional supplies (potential $50,000+ annually)
- Approved personnel actions: new hires, departures for teachers and administrative staff
- Approved superintendent's contract
- Public comment by Sarah Penrod
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County voted to approve revisions to Policy JFDG on bullying, harassment, and intimidation following a second reading and a public hearing. The consent agenda, including approval of March 9 minutes and personnel changes for teachers and administrators, also passed. An FY2023 budget update was presented as an information item.
- Approved Policy JFDG revisions on bullying, harassment, and intimidation (2nd reading)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes of March 9, 2022
- Approved personnel actions: teacher departures and new hires, administrative departures
- Received FY2023 budget update information item
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County will hold a public hearing and consider final approval of a revised Bullying, Harassment, and Intimidation Policy (JFDG). The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding three technology contracts totaling $4,493,323.20 for data cabling, network switches, and wireless access points, as well as personnel actions and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on revised Bullying, Harassment, and Intimidation Policy JFDG
- Approval of technology contracts: Data Cabling & Fiber ($164,167.20), Network Switches ($3,630,656), Wireless Access Points ($698,500)
- Personnel actions: new teacher hires and administrative departures
- Recognition of School Social Work Week (March 7-11, 2022)
- Approval of minutes from February 23, 2022 meeting
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The St. Mary's County Board of Education will hold a public hearing on Policy IKC (graduation recognitions) and vote on a consent agenda that includes a contract for security window film installation at school and office locations. The contract would be awarded to XLNT Tint of Mid-Atlantic, Inc. and Commercial Window Shield, with prior expenditures of $68,849.32 in FY21 and $36,455.88 in FY22. The board will also recognize teachers for National Board Certification and new hires from the Teacher Academy of Maryland.
- Public hearing on Policy IKC (graduation recognitions); final approval scheduled for March 9, 2022
- Contract award for security window film (SMCPS-2022-SS-SWF) to XLNT Tint of Mid-Atlantic, Inc. and Commercial Window Shield
- Recognition of teachers achieving National Board Certification: Leslie Drechsler (Evergreen Elementary) and Robert Mattera (Captain Walter Francis Duker Elementary)
- Personnel actions: approval of teacher new hires and departures (certificated personnel)
- Superintendent's Art Gallery featuring student artwork from six schools
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 8:00 a.m.
The St. Mary's County Board of Education met to approve its agenda and consent items, then considered several action items. Members approved the High School Program of Studies revisions, the 2022‑2023 and 2023‑2024 school calendars, the FY 2023 recommended operating budget, and a FY 2022 food services budget amendment.
- Approval of High School Program of Studies revisions for 2022‑2023 (second reading)
- Approval of 2022‑2023 and 2023‑2024 school year calendars for county schools and Chesapeake Public Charter School
- Approval of the FY 2023 Board of Education recommended operating budget
- Approval of FY 2022 Food Services budget amendment
- Approval of consent agenda items including minutes of Jan 26 2022 and personnel actions
Special Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 9:00 a.m.
The Board of Education holds a special meeting for a work session on the proposed FY2023 budget. The meeting includes call to order, roll call, and adjournment. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for February 9, 2022.
- Work session on Proposed FY2023 Budget
- Next regular board meeting on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 8:00 a.m.
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 5:00 p.m.
The Board of Education holds a public hearing on the 2022-2023 High School Program of Studies and the proposed 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school year calendars. Final approval for both items is scheduled for the February 9 meeting. The Board also receives information on the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) individual student reports and the application process for academies for the 2022-2023 school year. A consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and teacher personnel actions.
- Public hearing on 2022-2023 High School Program of Studies
- Public hearing on proposed 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school operating calendars
- Consent agenda: approval of teacher personnel actions (new hires and departures)
- Information item: Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) overview and distribution plan
- Information item: Academy application process and programming revisions for 2022-2023 (AoF, AVPA, GIS, STEM)
Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 4:00 p.m.
The St. Mary's County Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the FY2023 budget. The meeting also includes the first reading of proposed revisions to the 2022‑2023 High School Program of Studies and a presentation of the 2022‑2023 and 2023‑2024 school year calendar recommendations. Routine items such as approving the agenda, minutes from December 15, 2021, and other consent agenda actions will also be addressed.
- 3.01 Public Hearing on the FY2023 Budget
- 12.01 First reading of High School Program of Studies revisions for 2022‑2023
- 12.03 Presentation of 2022‑2023 & 2023‑2024 school year calendar recommendations
- 5.01 Motion to approve the agenda as presented
- 10.01 Approval of minutes of December 15, 2021
Special Meeting of the Board of Education of St. Mary's County - 11:00 a.m.
The Board of Education of St. Mary's County is holding a special meeting for a work session on the proposed FY 2023 budget. No vote or decision is scheduled; this is an informational discussion. The next regular board meeting is set for January 13, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
- Work session on Proposed FY 2023 Budget (information item, no action)
- Next regular Board Meeting on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
- Meeting adjournment estimated at 1:00 p.m.