Washington County Public Schools public meetings in 2022

Work Session, 1:30 p.m.

The Board will first approve the work‑session agenda. Then the Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction and the Executive Director of Secondary Education will present an overview of the 2023‑2024 middle and high school program of studies.

• Approve the Work Session agenda dated December 13, 2022
• Overview of the 2023‑2024 Middle and High Schools Program of Studies

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a business meeting to address several action items, including the approval of a $670,444 purchase of additional modules for the student information system and a $25,000 donation from Volvo Group Trucks for robotics programs. The board will also elect its president and vice president, and conduct a second reading of a policy on energy conservation. A consent agenda covering multiple procurement renewals and purchases will be voted on as a block.

• Election of Board President and Vice President
• Acceptance of $25,000 donation from Volvo Group Trucks for robotics programs
• Second reading of Policy ECBA on energy conservation
• Consent agenda: $670,444 for student information system modules; $78,354 for robotics kits; $53,395 for motor oil; and renewals for mechanical, plumbing, and cabling contracts
• Recognition of state champion volleyball teams from Clear Spring and North Hagerstown High Schools

Joint Meeting with the Washington County Board of Education and the Washington County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly

The Washington County Board of Education and the Maryland General Assembly delegation will meet jointly to discuss core values, legislative priorities for the 2023 session, local innovative initiatives, and expectations. The agenda includes a review of the attached 2023 Legislative Program.

• Discussion of core values for 2023 legislative session
• Review of legislative priorities for the 2023 Maryland General Assembly
• Discussion of local innovative initiatives
• Expectations for the 2023 legislative session

Special Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education held a special meeting on December 6, 2022 to conduct a swearing‑in ceremony for its re‑elected members. Clerk Kevin R. Tucker administered the oath of office. After the ceremony, board members were given time to share comments with the audience.

• Swearing‑in ceremony for re‑elected board members
• Oath of office administered by Kevin R. Tucker, Clerk of the Circuit Court
• Board members provided comments to the audience

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 4:00 p.m.

This is a procedural meeting of the Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee. The only listed items are a call to order and approval of the agenda. No specific policy reviews, discussions, or decisions are mentioned in the agenda.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting on November 29, 2022, to approve the meeting agenda. The agenda also includes a consent agenda for multiple items that have been reviewed by subcommittees, but no specific items are detailed in the provided text. This meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of the meeting agenda for the November 29, 2022 Finance Committee meeting
• Consent agenda with items that have gone through Board subcommittee review

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 10:30 a.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee of Washington County Public Schools will meet on Monday, November 21, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. in the Board Member Conference Room at the Center for Education Services. The agenda consists only of a call to order and approval of the agenda. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda

Calendar Advisory Committee, 4:00 p.m.

The Calendar Advisory Committee is meeting at 4:00 p.m. on November 17, 2022, at the Center for Education Services in Hagerstown. The only scheduled business is the review and approval of the meeting agenda. No substantive decisions or discussions are on the agenda—the meeting is purely procedural.

• Call to Order and approval of the November 17, 2022 agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved multiple contracts and policy changes at its Nov 15 business meeting. Consent agenda items included HVAC replacements at Marshall Street School ($3.9M) and Williamsport High School ($10.7M), a system-wide copy/print contract ($2M), and several renewals. The board also approved second readings of policies on student board members and out-of-area school attendance, and rescinded a prior copy/print award to Marco Technologies ($1.5M).

• HVAC replacement at Marshall Street School awarded to Callas Contractors, LLC for $3,885,000
• HVAC replacement at Williamsport High School awarded to Warner Construction for $10,700,000
• System-Wide Copy/Print Hardware, Service, Software awarded to Doing Better Business, Inc. for $1,997,165
• Rescinded prior award of copy/print contract to Marco Technologies, LLC at $1,473,060
• Approved second reading of Policy BCAD (Student Member of Board) and Policy JC (Out-of-Area Attendance)

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 9:30 a.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda. The agenda and approved minutes from a previous meeting are attached. No substantive policy changes or decisions are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Review of attached agenda and approved minutes

Calendar Advisory Committee, 4:00 p.m.

The Calendar Advisory Committee is meeting to review and approve the agenda for its November 10, 2022, meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of the November 10, 2022, meeting agenda

Calendar Advisory Committee, 4:00 p.m.

The Calendar Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and review minutes from a previous meeting. No specific calendar proposals or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting appears to be primarily administrative.

• Approval of meeting agenda for November 3, 2022
• Review of meeting minutes from a previous session (attached)

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Board of Education will vote on its 2023 Legislative Program and appoint a Legislative Response Team for the upcoming Maryland session. It will also approve a consent agenda including a $503,000 generator replacement at Springfield Middle School and $52,527 for design services for masonry/window replacement at North Hagerstown High School. The board will hear a report on teacher recruitment, hiring, and induction for the 2022-2023 school year.

• Adoption of the 2023 Legislative Program and appointment of Legislative Response Team members
• Generator replacement at Springfield Middle School awarded to Milton Stamper Builders for $503,000
• Professional design services for masonry/window replacement at North Hagerstown High School awarded to Bushey, Feight, Morin, Architects for $52,527
• Renewals for vehicle parts and repair contracts with various vendors
• Presentation on teacher recruitment, hiring, and new teacher induction for 2022-2023

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve the meeting agenda and minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes only procedural items, with no substantive financial decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of the October 19, 2022 meeting agenda
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Board of Education approved several action items including a five-year copy/print hardware and software contract with Marco Technologies valued at approximately $1.47 million, kitchen equipment purchases totaling $353,429.35, and a Microsoft support renewal. The board also approved moving a paid holiday for education support personnel from February 20, 2023 to November 23, 2022, first readings of policy changes on out-of-area attendance and student board member, and advisory committee appointments.

• System-wide copy/print hardware, service, software contract awarded to Marco Technologies, LLC for $1,473,060 over five years
• Kitchen equipment at various schools awarded to MTS Equipment ($325,168) and Weiss Brothers ($28,261.35)
• Microsoft Unified Support Services renewal at $126,738
• Approved calendar modification moving education support personnel paid holiday from Feb 20, 2023 to Nov 23, 2022
• First readings of proposed changes to Policy JC (out-of-home attendance area) and Policy BCAD (student board member)

Work Session, 2:30 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a work session on October 18, 2022. The board will discuss its legislative program for the 2023 Maryland legislative session, including core values, legislative initiatives, and watch list items. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda.

• Discussion of core values, legislative initiative, and watch list items for the 2023 Maryland legislative session

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 10:30 a.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and review attached agenda and minutes. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed in the provided agenda.

• No substantive items on the agenda beyond opening procedures

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee. The only listed business is to call the meeting to order, approve the current agenda, and approve the minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Approval of the meeting agenda for October 11, 2022
• Approval of the previous meeting minutes (attached as PC minutes (final) 10.11.22.pdf)

Business Meeting, 4:00 p.m. *PLEASE NOTE THE START TIME FOR THIS MEETING HAS CHANGED.

The Board of Education met to approve several procurement items, including milk supplies and a fleet vehicle. Members also reviewed the FY2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan and proposed changes to school facility use policies.

• Approval of milk contract to Galliker Dairy Company at an estimated annual cost of $768,271.06
• Purchase of a fleet vehicle from Sport Chevrolet for $57,837
• Second reading of proposed changes to Policy KG regarding use of school facilities by non-school groups
• Approval of the FY2024 Comprehensive Maintenance Plan
• Renewal of unit price contracts for concrete and asphalt installation and repair

Facilities Committee, 10:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Facilities Committee is meeting to consider and approve the agenda for its September 30, 2022 meeting. No substantive projects, contracts, or policy items are listed on the published agenda, which consists solely of procedural opening actions.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda (Action/Consent)
• Approval of the business meeting agenda dated June 22, 2022

Board of Education Candidate Orientation Session, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Board of Education is conducting a candidate orientation session for 2022 election candidates. This is an informational meeting with no decisions or votes scheduled. The session runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Board Auditorium.

• Orientation session for 2022 Board of Education candidates (information only)

Finance and Audit Review Advisory Committee Meeting, 12:00 p.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance and Audit Review Advisory Committee is meeting for a procedural session. The only listed item is the call to order and approval of the agenda for the June 1, 2022 meeting. No substantive financial or audit items are scheduled for discussion or decision.

• Approval of agenda for June 1, 2022 meeting (consent action)
• No other financial or audit items on the agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved the FY2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan, second readings of policies on board member compensation, graduation requirements, and administering medicines, and a $121,260 fleet vehicle purchase. The board also approved a first reading of a policy on non-school use of facilities. The meeting included public comment and recognitions for IT professionals, custodians, and Hispanic Heritage Month.

• Approved FY2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan
• Approved $121,260 purchase of fleet vehicles from Chastang Ford via HGAC contract
• Approved second reading of Policy BHD – Board of Education Member Compensation and Expenses
• Approved second reading of Policy IKF – Graduation Requirements and rescission of veterans diploma policy IKFA
• Approved first reading of Policy KG – Use of School Facilities by Non-School Groups

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 10:30 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction Committee is scheduled to meet on September 13, 2022, at Williamsport High School. The agenda includes a call to order and approval of the agenda and minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive action items are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of the agenda and minutes

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting on September 13, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. The agenda lists only a call to order and approval of the agenda, with attached documents. No specific policy proposals or votes are detailed in the provided text.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved a consent agenda with multiple contracts totaling over $600k, including bus renewals, snow removal, and electrical design. They also approved a $350k after-school program at Salem Avenue Elementary School to be run by Girls Inc. Additionally, the board adopted policy changes on discipline for out-of-school conduct and introduced first readings on board member compensation and graduation requirements.

• Consent agenda including school bus renewal, sale of up to 30 buses, employee benefits consulting ($395k), snow removal renewal, electrical distribution design ($119.8k), and AV equipment ($88.6k)
• After-school program at Salem Avenue Elementary School awarded to Girls Inc. for $350k
• Second reading and approval of Policy JGA – Discipline for Out-of-School Conduct
• First reading of Policy BHD – Board of Education Member Compensation and Expenses
• First reading of Policy IKF – Graduation Requirements and rescission of Policy IKFA (veterans diploma)

Human Resources Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Board of Education's Human Resources Committee will meet to approve the agenda for the August 25, 2022, meeting and review draft minutes from the prior meeting. The agenda contains no other substantive action items; the meeting is primarily procedural.

• Agenda approval for August 25, 2022, Human Resources Committee meeting
• Review and approval of draft minutes from prior meeting

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and review minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda contains only procedural items and no substantive proposals or financial decisions.

• Approval of the meeting agenda

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 10:30 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction Committee will meet on August 23, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. in the Board Conference Room at the Center for Education Services. The meeting will include a call to order and approval of the agenda. No additional agenda items are listed.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda

Work Session, 1:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a work session to review its Operating Norms and Communication Processes and consider possible changes. The meeting begins with approval of the agenda. No votes on specific policies or expenditures are scheduled.

• Review of Board Operating Norms and Communication Processes
• Approval of the work session agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education voted to approve a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases, including a $64,814.99 assessment system renewal and $170,439 for career technology computers. The board also approved second readings of policies on nondiscrimination and meeting types, and a first reading of a policy on discipline for out-of-school conduct. Additionally, they approved a naming rights request from the Smithsburg High School Athletic Booster Club.

• Consent agenda approved: $64,814.99 for mClass DIBELS renewal to Amplify Education; $80,920 to CDWG and $89,519 to Apple for career tech computers; legal services to Carney Kelehan; heating oil bid to AC&T; BCBA services to Maryland Behavioral Consulting
• Second reading approved: Policy AC – Nondiscrimination Statement
• Second reading approved: Policy BD – Types and Notification of Meetings
• First reading approved: Policy JGA – Discipline for Out-of-School Conduct
• Naming rights approved for Smithsburg High School Athletic Booster Club

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee meeting on August 9, 2022, is scheduled for call to order and approval of the agenda. No substantive policy discussions, proposals, or decisions are listed in the provided agenda text.

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Board of Education will hold a business meeting on August 2, 2022, at 6 p.m. at 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown. The agenda includes a second reading and vote on proposed changes to Policy JCA, which sets school attendance areas. Other items include first readings of policies on meeting notifications, student medication administration, and nondiscrimination, plus approval of contracts for library software renewal ($78,241) and roof design services ($122,371).

• Second reading of Policy JCA – 'Establishment of School Attendance Areas'
• Consent agenda: Library Management System Software renewal ($78,241) and Roof Replacement design services ($122,371)
• First reading of Policy BD – 'Types and Notification of Meetings'
• First reading of Policy JHCD – 'Administering Medicines to Students'
• First reading of Policy AC – 'Nondiscrimination Statement'

MEETING CANCELED - Human Resources Committee Meeting, 10:00 a.m.

The Board of Education's Human Resources Committee meeting scheduled for July 26, 2022, was canceled. As a result, no business was conducted and no items were discussed or voted on.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items considered.

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The board approved a consent agenda with eight contracts totaling over $5 million, including $3.82 million for Smithsburg High School roof replacement. It also approved the second reading of a policy on personally-owned electronic devices and the first reading of a policy on school attendance areas. Presentations covered the Blueprint for Maryland's Future funding impact and the 2022-2023 reopening plan.

• Smithsburg High School roof replacement awarded to Frontline Contracting, Inc. for $3,820,000
• Microsoft Licenses renewal to Bell Techlogix for $496,130.95
• Electronic security gate and fencing at Claud E. Kitchens Fairview Outdoor School to Long Fence Company for $234,800
• First reading of Policy JCA 'Establishment of School Attendance Areas'
• Laptops and charging carts to CDWG for $341,160

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 10:30 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Policy Review and Development Committee will meet on July 14, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. in the Center for Education Services Board Conference Room. The meeting will include a call to order and approval of the agenda. Attachments include the agenda and the final minutes from the previous meeting.

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:30 p.m.

This is a procedural meeting of the Washington County Public Schools Curriculum and Instruction Committee. The committee will call the meeting to order and vote on the agenda. No substantive items, presentations, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Meeting opening with call to order and approval of the agenda

Facilities Committee, 1:00 p.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Facilities Committee will meet on June 28, 2022 at Boyd J. Michael Technical High School. The committee’s sole agenda item is to review and approve the meeting agenda as a consent agenda item. No other substantive items are listed.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda (consent agenda)

Business Meeting, 3:30 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education voted 4-2 to appoint a new superintendent of schools effective July 1, 2022, and approved the superintendent's employment contract through June 30, 2026. The meeting also included routine items such as public comment, board member comments, and approval of the agenda.

• Appointment of Superintendent of Schools and approval of employee contract (motion carried 4-2-1)
• Public comment period for community members on any school-related topic
• Board approval of the business meeting agenda
• Presentation of upcoming calendar of activities through September 2022

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will approve the State FY2023 Local Application for Federal Funds and adopt several policy updates, including a second reading of the Ethics policy and a first reading of a policy on personal electronic devices. The board will also rename a school facility and approve personnel changes dated June 21, 2022. Additional items include routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and superintendent reports.

• Second reading approval of Ethics Policy BBFE, related regulations and forms
• Approval of State FY2023 Local Application for Federal Funds
• First reading approval of Policy JICJ – Use of Personally-Owned Electronic Devices
• Renaming of a Washington County Public Schools facility
• Approval of staff changes (personnel actions) dated June 21, 2022

POSTPONED - Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:30 p.m.

The Board of Education's Curriculum and Instruction Committee meeting scheduled for June 20, 2022, has been postponed. No decisions or discussions occurred, as the meeting was not held.

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting on June 15, 2022, but the posted agenda lists only the call to order and approval of the agenda. No specific policy reviews, discussions, or decisions are included in the public agenda for this meeting.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will act on a consent agenda awarding contracts including $940,000 for site lighting at South Hagerstown High School and $322,000 for athletic trainer services, approve a $20,000 loan to North Hagerstown High School Band Boosters, and consider budget adjustments and amendments. The board will also vote on second reading of a policy on employee expenses and approve memorandums of understanding providing a one-time sick leave benefit for three employee groups.

• Consent agenda awards: $940,000 site lighting at South Hagerstown HS to Milton Stamper Builders; $322,000 athletic trainer services renewal to Pivot Athletic Training; $67,706.76 Zonar GPS software renewal; produce and warehouse contracts
• Non-interest $20,000 loan to North Hagerstown High School Band Boosters, repayable over 10 years
• Approval of FY2023 General Fund Operating Budget amendment
• FY2022 budget adjustments
• Memorandums of Understanding with three employee unions for an additional one-time sick leave benefit effective June 30, 2022

Family Life Advisory Committee, 4:30 p.m. Conducted entirely in a Virtual Meeting format

This meeting of the Family Life Advisory Committee is entirely procedural. The only item on the agenda is the call to order and approval of the June 13, 2022, meeting agenda. No substantive discussion or decisions are scheduled.

• Call to order and approval of the meeting agenda

Family Life Advisory Committee, 4:30 p.m. Conducted entirely in a Virtual Meeting format

The Family Life Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to approve its agenda for the June 9, 2022 meeting. No other substantive items are listed; the agenda is entirely procedural.

• Approval of the June 9, 2022 agenda as a consent item

Family Life Advisory Committee, 4:30 p.m. Conducted entirely in a Virtual Meeting format

The Washington County Public Schools Family Life Advisory Committee will meet virtually on June 6, 2022. Members will review and approve the meeting agenda as a consent agenda item. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of the June 6, 2022 Family Life Advisory Committee agenda (consent agenda)

Board Facilities Committee Meeting (CLOSED SESSION), 4:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education's Facilities Committee is scheduled to meet in a closed session on June 1, 2022. The only listed action is approval of the agenda; no other substantive items are described in the publicly available text.

• Closed session at Center for Education Services, Board Member Conference Room
• Agenda approval by consent

Finance and Audit Review Advisory Committee Meeting, 12:00 p.m.

The Finance and Audit Review Advisory Committee is meeting on June 1, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. The only item on the agenda is the call to order and approval of the agenda. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of the agenda for the June 1, 2022 meeting

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve the agenda for the May 26, 2022 meeting. No specific financial decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text; the meeting appears procedural in nature.

• Approval of the May 26, 2022 meeting agenda (action item)

Facilities Enrollment Advisory Committee, 6:00 p.m. Center for Education Services in the Board Auditorium

This is a procedural meeting of the Facilities Enrollment Advisory Committee. The only actions are approval of the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of the May 25, 2022 meeting agenda
• Approval of the May 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Work Session, 2:00 p.m.

The Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the 2022 Educational Facilities Master Plan. Staff will present student enrollment projections for 2021-2030 and answer board questions. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of the 2022 Educational Facilities Master Plan, including student enrollment projections for 2021-2030 prepared with Public Pathways, Inc.

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will approve its agenda, minutes, and public comments, then move to second‑reading approvals of two policy changes. It will adopt a consent agenda that authorizes numerous contracts and renewals, notably a $2,582,980 roof replacement at Western Heights Middle School. Finally, the board will confirm members for a new advisory committee.

• Second reading approval of Policy IGC – “School‑Sponsored Trips”
• Second reading approval of Policy JED – “Student Registered Sex Offenders – Entry on School Property”
• Consent agenda approval of Western Heights Middle School roof replacement contract for $2,582,980
• Consent agenda approval of Playground Equipment Additions at North Hagerstown High and Washington County Technical High for $79,999.29
• Approval of nominated members for the Advisory Committee

Facilities Committee, 1:00 p.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Facilities Committee is meeting to review and approve the agenda for the May 18, 2022 meeting and to approve minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with no substantive discussion items listed.

• Approval of the revised agenda for the May 18, 2022 meeting
• Approval of the May 18, 2022 Facilities Committee meeting minutes

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:30 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education's Curriculum and Instruction Committee will meet at the Center for Education Services. The agenda includes a call to order and approval of the agenda.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda. The agenda and approved minutes are provided as attachments, but no specific policy items are detailed in the agenda text.

• Meeting opening with call to order and agenda approval
• Reference to attached agenda and approved minutes

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a business meeting on May 3, 2022, at 6 p.m. They will consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including a $1.4 million cafeteria addition at South Hagerstown High School. The board will also hold first readings of proposed policy changes on school-sponsored trips and student registered sex offenders entering school property.

• Approve $1,401,773 contract to GRC General Contractor for cafeteria addition at South Hagerstown High School
• Approve kitchen equipment contracts totaling $336,388 for multiple schools
• Approve $115,000 renewal for Google Workspace for Education Plus subscription
• First reading of proposed Policy IGC on school-sponsored trips
• First reading of proposed Policy JED on student registered sex offenders entry on school property

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Finance Committee of Washington County Public Schools will meet to approve the agenda and consider items under a consent agenda. No specific financial decisions or budget items are detailed in the agenda text; the meeting appears routine and procedural.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Consideration of consent agenda items (not specified in text)

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The board approved a contract agreement with the Washington County Educational Support Personnel for the 2022-2023 school year. It also approved a consent agenda awarding roughly $978,000 for tools, bleacher replacement at South Hagerstown High School, an emergency generator at Funkstown Elementary, software renewals, and grounds equipment. A second reading of changes to the Pregnant and Parenting Students Attendance Policy was approved. The board received a legislative briefing on the 2022 Maryland session and updates on the Blueprint for Maryland's Future and high school scheduling.

• Contract with Washington County Educational Support Personnel (WCESP) for FY23
• Consent agenda: Bleacher replacement at South Hagerstown High School ($167,000)
• Consent agenda: Emergency generator at Funkstown Elementary School ($494,000)
• Consent agenda: Vulnerability management software renewal ($92,000) and data warehousing maintenance ($65,545)
• Second reading of Policy JEA – Pregnant and Parenting Students Attendance Policy

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

This meeting is only procedural: the committee will call the meeting to order and approve the agenda, with no substantive policy items listed for discussion or decision.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda (no other items on the agenda)

Human Resources Committee Meeting, 10:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Human Resources Committee will meet to review and approve the agenda for the April 12, 2022 meeting. No substantive items or decisions are listed on the agenda beyond procedural opening items.

• Approval of the meeting agenda

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:30 p.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee of Washington County Public Schools will hold a meeting on April 11, 2022, at the Center for Education Services. The agenda includes a call to order and approval of the agenda, with detailed items provided in attached documents. This meeting is procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Attached agenda PDF (CI April 11 Agenda.pdf)
• Attached minutes PDF (CI Minutes - April 11 Minutes.pdf)

ad hoc Committee on Superintendent Compensation, 1:00 p.m.

The ad hoc Committee on Superintendent Compensation is meeting to review and approve its own agenda. No substantive decisions on compensation are on the agenda for this session.

Business Meeting

The Board approved second readings of four policies (BG, BJ, DJ, and rescission of DJG) and a consent agenda with eight procurements, including a $574,000 interior renovation at Boonsboro High School, a $335,500 health suite at E. Russell Hicks Middle School, and other contracts. A first reading of proposed changes to Policy JEA on pregnant and parenting students was presented.

• Interior Renovations at Boonsboro High School – $574,000 to Milton Stamper Builders
• Health Suite at E. Russell Hicks Middle School – $335,500 to Lantz Construction Company
• Athletic Court Surfacing at Springfield Middle School – $53,898.50 to ATC Corp.
• PreK Take Home Library Books – $57,144 to Scholastic Education
• Second reading approved for Policy BG (Policy Setting), Policy BJ (Legislative Program), Policy DJ (Purchasing Standards), and rescission of Policy DJG

Business Meeting

The Washington County Board of Education approved a contract for executive search services to find a new superintendent (RFP 2022-57). The meeting also included routine opening items such as agenda approval and public comment. No other substantive business was discussed.

• Approval of Contract to Perform Superintendent of Schools Executive Search Services (RFP 2022-57)

Curriculum and Instruction Committee *MARCH 21, 2022 MEETING WAS RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 28, 2022

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee meeting originally scheduled for March 21, 2022 was rescheduled to March 28, 2022. The agenda contains only a call to order and approval of the agenda, with no substantive discussion items listed. The approved minutes from the previous meeting are attached for consideration.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Consideration of attached approved minutes from March 22, 2022 meeting

Facilities Committee, 10:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Facilities Committee is holding a routine meeting to review and approve the agenda for March 28, 2022, and to approve the minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Agenda approval for the March 28, 2022, meeting
• Approval of the March 28, 2022, Facilities Committee meeting minutes

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:30 p.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting on March 16, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. The agenda contains only a call to order and approval of the agenda, with attached PDF files for the revised agenda and previous meeting minutes. This is a procedural meeting with no substantive policy items listed.

• Meeting to be held in the Smithsburg Room at the Center for Education Services
• Agenda revised on March 14, 2022, as noted in the attachment
• Approved minutes from a prior meeting (dated March 22, 2022) attached

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved the FY2023 General Fund Operating Budget. It also approved the March 1, 2022 closed‑session and business meeting minutes, the meeting agenda, and a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and purchases. Public comment was offered, and the Board recognized Music in Our Schools Month and National Youth Art Month.

• Approval of closed‑session and business meeting minutes dated March 1, 2022
• Consent agenda approvals: Chromebooks $2,812,617.50; Dental Program Administration approx. $7,000,000; Electrical upgrades at Washington County Technical High School $2,090,000; Avaya VoIP system renewal $67,783.26; Munis ERP cloud upgrade $1,498,415; plus other contracts
• Approval of the Board of Education’s FY2023 General Fund Operating Budget
• Public comment period allowing up to five‑minute remarks from citizens
• Recognition of Music in Our Schools Month and National Youth Art Month

MEETING RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 16, 2022 on 3/9/22 Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

This meeting of the Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee was rescheduled to March 16, 2022. The original agenda for March 9 contained only procedural items such as call to order and approval of the agenda, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 9, 2022 - Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee meeting originally scheduled for March 2, 2022 has been rescheduled to March 9, 2022. The agenda is attached but contains only procedural items.

• Meeting rescheduled from March 2 to March 9, 2022

Business Meeting and Public Hearing, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved amendments to the FY2023 draft general fund operating budget, which will fund five new social workers, four English Learner teachers, and increased nursing services. The board also moved a 2021-2022 early dismissal to March 4 and extended it to two and a half hours, changing student pickup times. Additionally, the board authorized a $426,785 contract for wireless access points and approved FY2022 budget adjustments.

• Approved FY2023 budget amendments adding five social workers and four English Learner teachers
• Increased contracted school nursing services by $297,545 and added a $575,000 resource pool
• Approved a $426,785 contract for wireless access points awarded to CDWG
• Moved the 2021-2022 early dismissal from March 11 to March 4 and extended it to two and a half hours
• Held a public hearing on the FY2023 draft general fund operating budget

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:30 p.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee is meeting to call the meeting to order, approve the agenda, and discuss items listed in the attached agenda. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the provided text. The meeting appears procedural with the substance contained in separate PDF attachments.

• Call to order and approval of agenda
• Attached agenda PDF (CI February 28th Agenda.pdf)
• Approved minutes from a previous meeting attached

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Finance Committee of Washington County Public Schools, MD, will meet on February 22, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. The only action item listed is the call to order and approval of the agenda. The provided text contains no specific financial decisions, proposals, or discussions; it is purely procedural in nature.

• 1.01 Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda (consent action)

Budget Advocacy and Review Advisory Committee Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Budget Advocacy and Review Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and past minutes; no substantive budget items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Board of Education will discuss revisions to its FY2023 draft general fund budget. It approved a consent agenda awarding contracts for network switches ($215,784), temperature controls at two schools ($69,200), and a communication platform ($61,000), among others. The Board also adopted second readings of policies on bullying/harassment and student attendance, accepted a $27,965 Lu Interactive Playground donation, approved a naming right for Painting Loft 402 at Barbara Ingram School for the Arts, and approved a Blueprint update designating four schools for local flexibility and additional salary for National Board-Certified Teachers.

• Consent agenda: Network switches to Skyline Technology Solutions for $215,784
• Consent agenda: Temperature controls replacement at North Hagerstown High and Eastern Elementary to Gipe Associates for $69,200
• Consent agenda: Remind communication platform to Remind101, Inc. for $61,000
• Donation of Lu Interactive Playground valued at $27,965 from Bester Community of Hope
• Approval of naming right for Painting Loft 402 at Barbara Ingram School for the Arts

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

The Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and review minutes. No substantive policy discussions are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Approval of meeting agenda (revised 2/7/22)
• Review and approval of minutes from previous meeting

Budget Advocacy and Review Advisory Committee Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Budget Advocacy and Review Advisory Committee (BARC) is meeting on February 9, 2022, at 6 p.m. The agenda consists solely of procedural items: call to order and approval of the agenda. No substantive budget discussions or decisions are listed.

• Approval of the meeting agenda (Action item)

Work Session, 2:00 p.m.

The Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the Superintendent's FY2023 Recommended Budget. The discussion will provide input for further development of the general fund budget. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and a single substantive discussion item.

• Discussion of Superintendent's draft FY2023 budget presented by Dr. Boyd J. Michael and finance staff

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved the consent agenda awarding contracts for school furniture/equipment and a technology work-order system totaling $133,445.40, adopted the superintendent's FY2023 recommended general fund budget as the board's draft budget, and held first readings of policies on bullying/harassment and student attendance.

• Consent agenda: furniture/equipment to Douron ($45,191) and Impact Office ($27,134.40); Solarwinds work-order renewal ($61,120)
• Adoption of FY2023 draft general fund budget (Superintendent's recommendation)
• First reading of Policy JFH prohibiting bullying, harassment, or intimidation
• First reading of Policy JE on student attendance

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

This is a procedural meeting of the Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee. The only listed action item is the approval of the agenda for this meeting. No substantive financial decisions, contracts, or budget items are specified in the provided agenda text.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 11:30 a.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting to call the meeting to order, approve the agenda, and review the attached agenda and minutes. No specific policy changes or substantive discussions are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Meeting opening with call to order and approval of agenda
• Review of attached agenda and minutes from previous meeting

Facilities Committee, 10:00 a.m.

The Board of Education's Facilities Committee will meet on January 25, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to review and approve the meeting agenda and minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda is procedural with no substantive items or decisions listed.

• Approval of the January 25, 2022 meeting agenda
• Approval of the January 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Work Session, 1:30 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss a proposed update to Policy JFH prohibiting bullying, harassment, or intimidation in schools. The policy was originally adopted in 2009 based on a state model. The board will also approve the work session agenda.

• Discussion of Policy JFH – 'Policy Prohibiting Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation'

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved naming rights for the Smithsburg Stadium Project. They also heard a presentation on the WCPS math tutor paraprofessionals program and approved personnel actions and prior meeting minutes. A legislative briefing on the 2022 Maryland Legislative Session was provided.

• Approval of naming rights for Smithsburg High School Stadium Project
• Presentation on WCPS math tutor paraprofessionals program
• Approval of staff changes dated January 18, 2022
• Legislative briefing on 2022 Maryland Legislative Session
• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2021 and January 4, 2022 meetings

Human Resources Committee Meeting, 10:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Board of Education Human Resources Committee will meet on Jan 11, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. in the Funkstown Room. The committee will review and approve the agenda for this meeting as a consent agenda item. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of the meeting agenda (consent agenda item)

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 2:00 p.m.

This meeting of the Board of Education's Curriculum and Instruction Committee is scheduled for January 10, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the Center for Education Services. The agenda includes only the call to order and approval of the agenda; no substantive decisions or discussions are listed. The agenda and prior meeting minutes are attached as file attachments.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Approval of prior meeting minutes (attached)

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will vote on a contract agreement with the Washington County Association of Administrators and Supervisors for the 2022-2023 school year. The board will also consider the second reading of proposed changes to Policy JICG on tobacco use and rescission of Policy JFLG. Additional items include board member committee assignments, a report on the literacy tutoring program, and routine personnel actions and approvals.

• Contract agreement with Washington County Association of Administrators and Supervisors (WCAAS) for 2022-2023 school year
• Second reading of proposed changes to Policy JICG – 'Use and Possession of Tobacco Products' and rescission of Policy JFLG – 'Tobacco Free School Premises'
• Board member standing committee assignments for 2022
• Superintendent's report on the literacy tutoring program for elementary and middle school students
• Approval of personnel actions including staff changes dated January 4, 2022