Washington County Public Schools public meetings in 2023

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The board approved second readings of policy changes to the student code of conduct and rescinded the academic integrity policy. It also approved first readings of policy changes on goal setting, athletic participation, do-not-resuscitate procedures, and student inoculations. Student athletes and teachers were recognized for state championships and National Board Certification.

• Second reading and approval of changes to Policy JFC (Code of Conduct) and rescission of Policy JGC (Academic Integrity)
• First reading and approval of changes to Policy IGDK (Participation on Athletic Teams and Extracurricular Activities)
• First reading and approval of changes to Policy JHC (Do Not Resuscitate Procedures)
• First reading and approval of changes to Policy JHCB (Inoculations of Students)
• Recognition of student athletes for fall 2023 state championship success and teachers for National Board Certification

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m. PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN MEETING START TIME.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee will meet on December 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. (note the start time change from 8:30 a.m.) to review and approve the meeting agenda. The agenda is entirely procedural, consisting only of the call to order, approval of the agenda, and approval of minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive financial decisions or discussions are listed in the available agenda text.

• Meeting start time changed from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
• Consent agenda includes only call to order and approval of agenda and minutes

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

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development 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

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

This meeting of the Facilities Enrollment Advisory Committee is entirely procedural. The only action item is the approval of the December 6, 2023 agenda and prior meeting minutes. No substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of the agenda for the December 6, 2023 meeting
• Approval of meeting minutes (FEAC Minutes 2023-12-06)

Board Reorganization Meeting, 5:45 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a reorganization meeting on December 5, 2023. The board is scheduled to nominate and appoint a new President and Vice President.

• Election of the President of the Washington County Board of Education
• Election of the Vice President of the Washington County Board of Education

Work Session, 4:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss and review its operating norms and communication processes for potential changes. Additionally, staff will present data on the 2023-2024 student enrollment and free/reduced meal eligibility rates. The meeting begins with approval of the agenda.

• Review of board operating norms and communication processes
• Presentation on 2023-2024 student enrollment figures
• Presentation on free and reduced meal eligibility rates for 2023-2024

Facilities Committee, 1:00 p.m.

The Board of Education's Facilities Committee will meet on November 28, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. to review and approve the meeting agenda. This item is listed as a consent action, and no other substantive decisions or discussions are noted on the agenda.

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

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education held a business meeting on November 21, 2023, approving several policy changes, a settlement agreement, and a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases. The board also recognized student medalists from the FFA National Convention and an outstanding math educator.

• Approved settlement agreement for OAH case MSDE-WASH-OT-23-20057
• Second reading approval of changes to Policy BEE (Administrative Hearings and Appeals) and Policy KHC (Distribution of Community Informational Materials)
• First reading approval of changes to Policy JFC (Code of Conduct) and rescission of Policy JGC (Academic Integrity)
• First reading approval of changes to Policy GBEC (Drug-Free Workplace)
• Consent agenda included contracts for security equipment, HVAC at Boonsboro High School, math instructional materials, and more

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Policy Review and Development Committee of Washington County Public Schools meets on November 16, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. The agenda consists solely of a call to order and approval of the agenda. No specific policy discussions or decisions are listed.

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

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 10:00 a.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee will meet to call to order, approve the agenda, and review attached minutes. No specific policy decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda text.

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

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 Washington County Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly will hold a joint meeting on November 6, 2023 at Hagerstown Community College. They will discuss core values, legislative priorities, local innovative initiatives, and expectations for the 2024 Maryland Legislative Session. The agenda includes a review of the attached 2024 Legislative Program.

• Discussion of 2024 Maryland Legislative Session legislative priorities
• Review of attached WCBOE 2024 Legislative Program
• Meeting opening with agenda approval

Work Session, 2:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will discuss proposed changes to its legislative program for the 2024 Maryland legislative session. Staff will review amendments requested at a prior work session, and the board will seek consensus to move the program to a business meeting for formal approval.

• Discussion of Core Values, Legislative Initiative, and Watch List for the 2024 Maryland Legislative Session

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved a consent agenda awarding multiple contracts totaling $5.7 million, including electrical distribution replacements at Boonsboro Middle School and Emma K. Doub Elementary School, boiler replacements at Hancock Middle High School and Williamsport Elementary School, and purchase of school buses. The board also approved the second reading of changes to Policy CM on annual reports, the comprehensive maintenance plan for FY2024, and the 2024 legislative program. Recognitions were made for National School Bus Safety Week, National Merit Scholars, Character Counts Week, and America's Safe Schools Week.

• Awarded $1,324,000 for electrical distribution replacement at Boonsboro Middle School
• Awarded $2,113,101 for school buses from K. Neal Truck and Bus Center
• Approved second reading of changes to Policy CM – 'School District Annual Reports'
• Approved comprehensive maintenance plan for FY2024
• Approved 2024 legislative program and legislative response team members

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda. The agenda provided contains no substantive policy items for discussion or decision—only the opening procedures. Attached are a revised agenda and the minutes from a prior meeting.

• No substantive items listed; meeting limited to call to order and agenda approval.

Finance Committee Meeting, 8:00 a.m.

The Board of Education's Finance Committee will meet to review and approve its own agenda for the October 12, 2023 meeting. No substantive financial decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of the meeting agenda

Work Session, 3:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss safety and security, review audited financial statements, and plan legislative priorities for the 2024 Maryland session. The board will first vote to approve the agenda.

• Approval of the work session agenda
• Update on school safety and security from Chief Operating Officer and safety supervisors
• Presentation of audited financial statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
• Discussion of core values and legislative initiatives for the 2024 Maryland legislative session

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

This meeting of the Curriculum and Instruction Committee consists only of procedural items: a call to order and approval of the agenda and minutes. No curriculum changes, policy updates, or other substantive discussions are listed. The meeting will be held at Sharpsburg Elementary.

• No substantive items on the agenda; only call to order and approval of agenda and minutes

Facilities Committee, 1:00 p.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Facilities Committee is meeting to review and approve its September 26, 2023 agenda. The agenda is purely procedural, consisting only of a call to order and approval of the agenda as a consent item. No substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.

• Approval of the September 26, 2023 Facilities Committee agenda as a consent item

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

The Finance and Audit Review Advisory Committee will meet in the Board Conference Room. The committee is scheduled to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda.

• Approval of the meeting agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will vote on a consent agenda awarding several contracts, including $2.7 million for Chromebooks and $1.7 million for design of Downsville Pike Elementary School. It will also consider final approval of policy changes on student activities eligibility, real property disposal, FOIA requests, and tobacco use. A state and local FY2025 Capital Improvement Program plan is up for approval.

• Consent agenda includes $2,721,517.50 for Chromebooks from CDWG
• $1,737,840 for professional design services for Downsville Pike Elementary School from Moseley Architects
• $128,742.69 for Microsoft Unified Support Services renewal
• $0.50 per gallon plus OPIS price for liquid propane from Thompson Gas
• Final approval of FY2025 Capital Improvement Program plan

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 9:30 a.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee will hold a meeting to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda. The approved minutes from a prior meeting are also attached for review. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided agenda text.

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

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Policy Review and Development Committee of the Washington County Public Schools Board of Education will meet on September 14, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. The only agenda item is a call to order and approval of the agenda. No substantive policy decisions are listed.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda (procedural)

Human Resources Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

This is a procedural meeting of the Washington County Public Schools Human Resources Committee. The only agenda item is the call to order and approval of the meeting agenda. No substantive policy decisions or personnel actions are listed for discussion.

• Approval of the September 12, 2023 meeting agenda

Work Session, 4:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss priorities for the FY2025 budget and review results from the 2022-2023 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP). No votes or decisions are expected; these are information and discussion items.

• Discussion of FY2025 budget priorities based on FY2024 general fund allocations
• Update on 2022-2023 MCAP results and future implications

Facilities Committee, 1:00 p.m.

The Facilities Committee will meet to review and approve the agenda for its August 29, 2023 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting is purely procedural.

• Review and approval of the agenda for the August 29, 2023 Facilities Committee meeting

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

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee is scheduled to meet on August 17, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. The agenda includes only a call to order and approval of the agenda, along with review of minutes. No substantive curriculum or instruction items are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Agenda consists solely of procedural items: call to order, approval of agenda, and approval of minutes

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved a consent agenda awarding $68,264.22 to Amplify Education for literacy instructional resources, renewing snow removal contracts with multiple vendors, and renewing mental/behavioral health provider contracts. The board also passed second readings of policies on public comment and meeting broadcasting, and first readings of policies on student activity eligibility, real property disposition, FOIA requests, and tobacco products.

• Consent agenda approved: $68,264.22 to Amplify Education for literacy resources; snow removal renewals to Potomac Grounds Care, Clean Cuts Lawn Care, East Cost Landscaping & Excavating, Hartland Earthworks; mental/behavioral health providers renewed at unit prices
• Second reading approved: Policy KD (Opportunity for Public Comment at Board Meetings)
• Second reading approved: Policy BDDJ (Broadcasting and Recording of Board Meetings)
• First reading approved: Policy IGDL (Student Activities Eligibility for High Schools)
• First reading approved: Policy ADC (Use and Possession of Tobacco Products)

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee will meet on August 8, 2023. The only listed items are the call to order, approval of the agenda, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No specific policy changes or substantive items are described in the agenda text.

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee will hold a meeting on August 7, 2023, primarily to review and approve the meeting agenda. The agenda contains no substantive items; it is purely procedural with only a call to order and agenda approval. Minutes from a previous meeting are also attached for approval.

• Approval of the August 7, 2023 Finance Committee agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved second readings of policies on reporting child abuse, meeting notifications, and board minutes. The board also gave first-reading approval to new policies on public comment procedures and broadcasting/recording of meetings. A consent agenda was adopted for contracts including unified communications, employee health clinic services, library system software, and a food truck.

• Second reading and approval of Policy JLF (Reporting of Suspected Child Abuse and Child Neglect)
• Second reading of Policy BD (Types and Notification of Meetings)
• Second reading of Policy BDDG (Board Minutes)
• First reading of Policy KD (Opportunity for Public Comment at Board Meetings)
• Consent agenda: Unified Communications replacement (Bid 2023-47), Employee Health Clinic Services (RFP 2023-20), Library Management System renewal, Food Truck RFP 2024-10

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 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 minutes from the previous meeting are attached. No substantive policy items are listed for discussion or decision.

• No specific policy proposals, rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved a consent agenda awarding contracts totaling more than $1.5 million for network switches, Microsoft licenses, GPS systems, and school design services. The board also approved a four-year negotiated agreement with the Washington County Educational Support Personnel union, including wages effective July 1, 2023, and two related memoranda of understanding.

• Consent agenda approved: $869,893 for network switches and wireless access points (Skyline Technology)
• Consent agenda approved: $415,535.20 for Microsoft license renewal (Bell Techlogix)
• Consent agenda approved: $73,633 for classroom modifications at Springfield Middle School (Bushey Feight Morin Architects)
• Negotiated agreement approved with WCESP union for 2023-2027, including wages
• Memorandum of understanding approved on paraprofessionals covering classes and maintenance licensing differential

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Policy Review and Development Committee is scheduled to meet on June 29, 2023, at 1:00 PM. The only listed agenda item is the call to order and approval of the agenda. No other policy discussions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Meeting agenda contains only one procedural item: call to order and approval of the agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education voted to close Fountain Rock and Hickory Elementary Schools upon completion of the new Downsville Pike Elementary School. The board also approved the 2023 Educational Facilities Master Plan, a consent agenda for service contracts and door hardware replacement, a $5,350.94 donation to Ruth Ann Monroe Primary School, and amendments to administrator and supervisor personnel policies.

• Approval to close Fountain Rock and Hickory Elementary Schools when the new Downsville Pike Elementary School opens
• Consent agenda includes $178,245 door hardware replacement at various schools (GRC General Contractors, Inc.)
• Consent agenda renewals for produce (Seashore Fruit & Produce, Greensburg Farm, Rinehart Orchards) and warehouse/delivery services (Accela Distribution)
• Approval of $5,350.94 gift from PTA to Ruth Ann Monroe Primary School
• Approval of 2023 Educational Facilities Master Plan and State FY2024 Local Application for Federal Funds

Work Session, 2:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the FY2024 General Fund Operating Budget. The Superintendent and finance staff will present the proposed budget. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Presentation and discussion of the Board of Education’s FY2024 General Fund Operating Budget

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Board approved second readings of policy changes on disposal of surplus equipment, personnel background checks, and prekindergarten. They also recognized student athletes, Carson Scholars, and special education staff, and heard public comment.

• Second reading and approval of Policy DN (Disposal of Surplus, Salvage, or Obsolete Equipment and/or Materials)
• Second reading and approval of Policy GBLA (Personnel Records – Background Checks and Disclosures of Employees)
• Second reading and approval of Policy JEB (Prekindergarten) – title truncated in source
• Recognition of student athletes for state championship success in unified track, tennis, track and field, and baseball
• Recognition of SECAC Teacher of the Year, Paraprofessional of the Year, and other special education awards

Public Hearing, 6:00 p.m. *Please note the location. This evening’s Washington County Board of Education public hearing regarding the Consideration of Closing Fountain Rock Elementary and Hickory Elementary Schools will begin at 6:00 p.m. The hearing is being held at Williamsport High School*

The Washington County Board of Education is holding a public hearing to consider closing Fountain Rock Elementary and Hickory Elementary schools. The hearing takes place at Williamsport High School and is the first step before any final decision.

• Public hearing on closing Fountain Rock Elementary School
• Public hearing on closing Hickory Elementary School
• Hearing held at Williamsport High School, 5 S. Clifton Drive, Williamsport, MD

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

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee meets at North Hagerstown High School to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda. No other agenda items are listed in the provided text; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Attached agenda and approved minutes for review

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

The Facilities Enrollment Advisory Committee (FEAC) of Washington County Public Schools is holding a routine procedural meeting. The only action item is the approval of the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting. No substantive policy or enrollment decisions are listed for discussion.

• Approval of the June 1, 2023 meeting agenda
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

Family Life Advisory Committee Meeting, 4:30 p.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Family Life Advisory Committee is holding a meeting on May 24, 2023. The only listed action is the call to order and approval of the agenda. No substantive decisions or discussions are specified in the agenda.

• Call to order and approval of the meeting agenda

Ethics Advisory Panel Meeting, 5:00 p.m.

The Ethics Advisory Panel will meet at the Center for Education Services in the Boonsboro Room. The panel is scheduled to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda.

• Approval of the May 17, 2023, meeting agenda

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee will convene on May 17, 2023, to review and approve the agenda for the meeting. No substantive financial items or decisions are listed on the agenda, which is solely procedural.

• Call to order and approval of the meeting agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education approved a consent agenda containing 14 procurements, including a $894,323.42 middle school mathematics core resource contract. The board also approved the FY2024 Food and Nutrition Services operating budget and a naming right for the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Foundation. Public comment was heard, and a proclamation recognized National Police Week.

• Middle School Mathematics Core Resource to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for $894,323.42
• Milk renewal to Galliker Dairy Company at estimated annual cost of $600,000
• Athletic Trainer Services to Meritus Medical Center for $429,122.40
• Design/Build oil tank replacement at Cascade Elementary to Total Environmental Concepts for $454,600
• Naming right approved for the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Foundation

Work Session, 2:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education is holding a work session to review the 2023 Educational Facilities Master Plan. Staff will present updated facility plans and student enrollment projections for the 2023-2032 school years. The master plan guides future school construction and renovations based on these projections. This meeting is for discussion and questions, not for final votes.

• Review of the 2023 Educational Facilities Master Plan update
• Presentation of student enrollment projections for the 2023-2032 school years
• Staff briefing by Jeffrey Proulx, Robert Rollins, and Chad Criswell
• Approval of the May 16, 2023 work session agenda

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:00 p.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee of Washington County Public Schools is scheduled to meet on May 12, 2023, at South Hagerstown High School. The agenda includes only a call to order and approval of the agenda, with attached agenda and minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive curriculum or instruction items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Attached agenda and minutes from previous meeting (no specific items detailed)

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

The Policy Review and Development Committee of the Washington County Board of Education is meeting to open the session, call to order, and approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

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

The Washington County Public Schools Board of Education's Human Resources Committee will meet on May 9, 2023, to review and approve the meeting agenda. No substantive decisions or discussion items are listed on the agenda beyond this procedural action.

• Approval of the May 9, 2023, HR Committee agenda

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

This is a procedural meeting of the Washington County Public Schools Finance and Audit Review Advisory Committee. The only listed agenda item is the call to order and approval of the meeting agenda, with no substantive financial or audit decisions described.

• Approval of the agenda for the May 9, 2023 meeting

Business Meeting

The Washington County Board of Education approved a consent agenda awarding seven contracts and renewals totaling at least $781,000, including building automation maintenance, Spanish core resources, and web content filtering. The board also accepted a $21,000 donation from the Nora Roberts Foundation to Boonsboro High School, approved a calendar change moving a professional day from April 23 to May 14, 2024, and approved a memorandum of understanding modifying teacher sabbatical leave. The meeting included recognitions for National Teacher Appreciation Week and the 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year.

• Consent agenda: Juniper renewal ($94,724), web filter ($132,000), trash/recycling renewal, building automation maintenance ($239,900), Blackboard subscription ($73,063), Spanish core resource ($241,832), and behavior analyst services
• $21,000 donation from Nora Roberts Foundation to Boonsboro High School for drama, orchestra, and band programs
• Academic calendar change for 2023-2024: professional day moved from April 23 to May 14, 2024
• Memorandum of understanding with Washington County Teachers Association modifying teacher sabbatical leave (Article 23.6)
• Public comment period and board member response

Safe Schools Advisory Committee Meeting, 2:00 p.m.

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. The Safe Schools Advisory Committee will call the meeting to order, approve the agenda, and note standard consent agenda rules. No substantive policy items, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.

• No substantive items are listed; the agenda covers only procedural opening steps.

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee is meeting on April 27, 2023. The agenda includes only routine items: call to order, approval of the agenda, and approval of minutes. No specific policy proposals or decisions are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (attached as PDF)

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:00 p.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee of Washington County Public Schools is meeting to call the meeting to order and approve the agenda. No substantive discussion items are listed on the agenda; the meeting appears to be procedural only.

• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Attached agenda and minutes from the April 21, 2023 meeting

Business Meeting

The Washington County Board of Education held a business meeting on April 18, 2023. The board approved the meeting agenda and minutes, recognized teachers and students for achievements, and voted on several policy revisions. It also approved a consent agenda that includes multiple contracts, most notably a $1,198,000 roof replacement at Paramount Elementary School. Additional items included updates to board organizational procedures and early admission policies.

• Second reading approval of Policy BCA – “Board Organizational Meeting”
• Second reading approval of Policy JEC – “Early Admission to Pre‑K, K, and First Grade”
• Second reading approval of Policy JIH – “Student Search and Seizure, Arrest, and Questioning on School Property”
• Consent agenda: Automatic Temperature Control Replacement at Eastern Elementary School ($396,300)
• Consent agenda: Roof Replacement at Paramount Elementary School ($1,198,000)

Facilities Committee, 1:00 p.m.

The Facilities Committee is meeting to review and approve its agenda for the April 14, 2023 meeting. The agenda is entirely procedural, consisting of a call to order, approval of the agenda, and reference to a consent agenda with attached documents.

• Approval of the April 14, 2023 meeting agenda (consent item)

Joint Meeting with the Washington County Board of Education and the Washington County Board of County Commissioners, 11:30 a.m.

The Washington County Board of Education and the Board of County Commissioners will meet jointly to discuss and receive updates on literacy and math curriculum. Dr. David T. Sovine and other curriculum supervisors will present the updates. The agenda also includes approval of the joint meeting agenda.

• Presentation of Literacy and Math Curriculum Updates by Superintendent and curriculum supervisors

Business Meeting

The Board approved an amendment to the FY2024 General Fund Operating Budget that eliminates a planned $900,000 expense for the Time To Care Act, reducing the funding request to the County Commissioners. The Board also approved a consent agenda including a $90,468.70 contract for PreK Take Home Library Books, accepted a $20,000 donation from the Nora Roberts Foundation for Boonsboro High School's We the People program, and held first readings of policy changes on Board organizational meetings, early admission, and student search and seizure.

• Amendment to FY2024 General Fund Budget: eliminated $900,000 for Time To Care Act, reduces county funding request by same amount
• Consent agenda: awarded $90,468.70 contract to Scholastic Education for PreK Take Home Library Books
• Accepted $20,000 donation from Nora Roberts Foundation to Boonsboro High School for We the People program
• First reading of proposed changes to Policy BCA (Board Organizational Meeting), Policy JEC (Early Admission to Prekindergarten/Kindergarten/First Grade), and Policy JIH (Student Search and Seizure, Arrest, Questioning on School Property)
• Recognitions: School Library Month, National Occupational Therapy Month, South Hagerstown High School VEX Robotics champions

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 1:00 p.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee of Washington County Public Schools will meet at Boonsboro High School. The agenda is procedural, consisting of call to order and approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive items or proposals are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting scheduled for 1:00 p.m. at Boonsboro High School
• Call to order and approval of the agenda
• Approval of minutes from prior meeting (attached)

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Board of Education's Policy Review and Development Committee is holding a procedural meeting. The only listed item is call to order and approval of the agenda. No specific policy changes or discussions are itemized in this agenda.

• Approval of meeting agenda and previous minutes

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will vote on the FY2024 General Fund Operating Budget, a JUUL Labs settlement agreement, and a consent agenda awarding roof replacements at two elementary schools and a $3.3 million Chromebook purchase. The meeting also includes a second reading of a policy on naming and renaming facilities. Public comment is scheduled.

• Approval of FY2024 General Fund Operating Budget
• Consent agenda: Roof replacement at Eastern Elementary ($639,762) and Hancock Elementary ($1,074,500) approved
• Consent agenda: Chromebooks from CDW-G for $3,288,195 and internet service from Antietam Broadband for $118,750.80
• Government Entity Settlement Agreement with JUUL Labs, Inc.
• Second reading of Policy FF on Naming and Renaming of Facilities

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee is holding a routine meeting to approve the agenda and any consent items. The provided agenda text contains only the call to order and approval of the agenda, with no specific financial decisions or proposals detailed. The meeting is procedural in nature.

• Call to order and approval of the meeting agenda (Action item)

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

The Washington County Board of Education will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, hold a public hearing on the FY2024 Draft General Fund Operating Budget, and consider several actions. Key actions include amending the FY2024 budget to add $632,898 in state aid to the salary resource pool, approving a $23,896 donation from the Giant Feeding School Kids Program for food services, and adopting the second reading of a policy change on sexual harassment for school employees. Additional items are a consent agenda for various procurement contracts and recognitions of student and staff achievements.

• Amend FY2024 Draft General Fund Budget to add $632,898 state aid to salary pool
• Approve $23,896 donation plus food items from Giant Feeding School Kids Program to Food & Nutrition Services
• Second reading approval of Policy GBAA changes on sexual harassment for school system employees
• Public hearing on the FY2024 Draft General Fund Operating Budget
• Consent agenda approvals for HVAC, vehicle, AV equipment, VoIP telephone system, and vulnerability management software contracts

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

The Budget Advocacy and Review Advisory (BARC) Committee will meet on February 22, 2023, at 6 p.m. at the Center for Education Services Hagerstown Room. The only listed agenda item is the call to order and approval of the meeting agenda, which is a consent action. No substantive budget discussions, advocacy items, or review topics are included in the posted agenda.

• Approval of the meeting agenda as the sole item (consent)

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

At this business meeting, the Washington County Board of Education approved a consent agenda awarding contracts for technology and equipment totaling over $1 million, including network switches, wireless access points, flight simulators, and kitchen equipment. The board also approved an amendment to the FY2024 Capital Improvement Program and naming rights for Boonsboro High School's press box and stadium. Additionally, the board approved a first reading of proposed changes to the employee sexual harassment policy.

• Consent agenda awards: Network switches ($343,298 to Skyline Technology Solutions), wireless access points ($426,785 to CDWG), flight simulators ($187,297.40 to Redbird Flight Simulations), virtual welders ($57,150 to Roberts Oxygen), and kitchen equipment ($35,691 to Johnnie's, $375,652 to MTS, $26,770 to Weiss Brothers)
• Approved naming of Boonsboro High School athletic press box as the Gary Beall press box and the stadium as the Clayton Anders Stadium
• Approved amendment to FY2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) plan
• First reading of Policy GBAA – Sexual Harassment – School System Employees
• Recognized Educational Support Personnel (ESP) of the Year finalists and winner, and celebrated Career Technical Education (CTE) Month

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 10:00 a.m.

The Curriculum and Instruction Committee is meeting to call the meeting to order, approve the agenda, and discuss curriculum-related matters. The provided agenda text includes only procedural items and references attached files for details.

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m.

The Policy Review and Development Committee of the Washington County Board of Education will meet at 1:00 p.m. on February 16, 2023, at the Center for Education Services. The published agenda includes only call to order and approval of the agenda, with attached agenda and minutes; no specific policy items are listed in the provided text.

• Meeting opening and agenda approval only

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

The Budget Advocacy and Review Advisory Committee will meet primarily for procedural actions, including call to order and approval of the meeting agenda. No specific budget figures, proposals, or public hearings are listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2023, at 6 p.m. in the Hagerstown Room.

• Approval of the February 13, 2023, meeting agenda as a consent item

Facilities Committee, 1:00 p.m.

The Facilities Committee of Washington County Public Schools will meet on February 10, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. The only business on the agenda is the review and approval of the meeting agenda itself. No other substantive items are listed.

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Board will vote on adopting the Superintendent's recommended FY2024 General Fund Budget as its draft budget, and consider a consent agenda that includes a $2,639,980 contract for athletic field and track improvements at Smithsburg High School, unit-price contracts for device repairs and HVAC services, and a $84,876.98 platform renewal. Other actions include approving FY2023 budget adjustments and appointments to the Safe Schools Advisory Committee. The meeting also features public comment and recognitions for Advanced Placement Scholars and school counseling week.

• Adoption of FY2024 draft General Fund Budget (Superintendent's recommendation)
• $2,639,980 athletic field and track improvements at Smithsburg High School (Huntzberry Brothers, Inc.)
• Unit price contracts for device repairs (iDoc Repair, Lifeline Rescue, Upper Edge Technologies) and mechanical-HVAC services (Control Systems, Mick's Plumbing, R.H. Lapp, AAA)
• Remind Communication and Engagement Platform renewal at $84,876.98
• FY2023 budget adjustments and Safe Schools Advisory Committee appointments

Work Session, 1:30 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the Superintendent's draft FY2024 budget. The Board's input will guide further development of the general fund budget. No votes or final decisions are expected at this session.

• Superintendent's Draft FY2024 Budget presented for discussion

Finance Committee Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve its agenda for the session. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled; the meeting is entirely procedural.

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

The Board of Education's Human Resources Committee will meet to review and approve the agenda for this meeting. All items listed are procedural, with no substantive policy changes, personnel actions, or financial decisions on the schedule.

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

Joint Meeting with the Washington County Board of Education and the Washington County Board of County Commissioners, 1:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education and the Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint meeting to discuss the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the school system’s apprenticeship programs. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of these topics. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion only.

• Presentation and discussion of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and Washington County Public Schools Apprenticeship Programs

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will vote on proposed changes to policies on board reorganizational meetings and honor rolls, and the second reading of changes to the Safe Schools Advisory Committee. The consent agenda includes awarding a $3.3 million five-year contract for English Language Arts core resources to Amplify Education, Inc. and a $354,600 bid for shop improvements at various schools to Callas Contractors, LLC. The board will also recognize student performers for state championship field band successes and receive the single audit report.

• Award of $3,333,142 five-year contract to Amplify Education, Inc. for English Language Arts core resources
• Award of $354,600 to Callas Contractors, LLC for shop improvements at various schools
• Second reading of proposed changes to Exhibit BDF-E(9) – Safe Schools Advisory Committee
• First reading of proposed changes to Policy BCA – Board Organizational Meeting
• First reading of proposed changes to Policy IKD – Honor Rolls and Graduation Honors

Curriculum and Instruction Committee - 10:00 a.m.

The Washington County Public Schools Board of Education's Curriculum and Instruction Committee will meet on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. in the Board Member Conference Room at the Center for Education Services. The committee will conduct a call to order and approve the agenda. The meeting will also review the revised minutes attached to the agenda.

• Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
• Review of revised minutes

Policy Review and Development Committee Meeting, 1:00 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 only listed item is procedural; no specific policy discussions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• No substantive policy items listed on the agenda

Business Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

The Washington County Board of Education will vote on the proposed academic year calendars for 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, along with a second reading of changes to the secondary grading policy (IKA). The board will also consider contracts including a $224,053 nutrition software solution, board committee assignments, and a third amendment to an MOU with the Smithsburg Athletic Booster Club.

• Second reading of Policy IKA – 'Grading System for Secondary Schools'
• Approval of 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic year calendars
• Consent agenda: A la Carte contract to Vend Central and $224,053 nutrition software to EMS LINQ, Inc.
• Third Amendment to MOU with Smithsburg Athletic Booster Club
• Board member standing committee assignments

Work Session, 1:30 p.m.

The Board of Education holds a work session to discuss the Superintendent's Draft FY2024 Budget. Finance officials present the budget proposal. The board also votes to approve the meeting agenda.

• Superintendent's Draft FY2024 Budget presented by Dr. David T. Sovine and finance team
• Board votes to approve the work session agenda