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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools public meetings in 2024

55 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 10, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board to elect Chair and Vice Chair

The Board of Education will elect its Chair and Vice Chair and review several financial and operational reports. The meeting includes first readings and public hearings for multiple policy modifications regarding student discipline, admissions, and assignments.

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Tue Nov 26, 2024

Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting - 2:30pm - Virtual

CMS Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee to review spending and construction reports

The committee will meet virtually to review several management and financial reports. The agenda includes a constituent services data report, a spending and audit report, and a construction and building services report.

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Fri Nov 22, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board -- 1:30pm -- Char-Meck Govt Center Room 267

Board to discuss Comprehensive Review Plan for Student Assignment

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss a Comprehensive Review Plan for Student Assignment. The session includes a report on the Comprehensive Data Review Phase 2.

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Thu Nov 21, 2024

Policy Committee Meeting -- 1:30pm -- Virtual

Policy Committee to review student discipline and admission policies

The Policy Committee is meeting to consider modifications to several district policies. The agenda includes updates to student suspension and admission rules, as well as the creation of a new purchasing policy.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:15pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board to consider student assignment and board meeting policy changes

The Board will hold first readings for proposed modifications to student assignment policy and board meeting bylaws. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various contracts, personnel appointments, and school improvement plans.

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Fri Nov 1, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board -- 12:00pm -- Char-Meck Govt Center Room 267

CMS Board to review and propose modifications to student assignment policy

The Board of Education is holding a special meeting to review the student assignment policies. The session includes a review of Policy S-ASGP and a Committee of the Whole discussion on proposed modifications to that policy.

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Thu Oct 31, 2024

Student Outcomes Focused Governance Committee Meeting -- 2:30pm -- Virtual

CMS Committee to discuss board self-evaluation and time use

The Student Outcomes Focused Governance Committee is meeting to discuss board operations. The agenda includes a review of board self-evaluation and time use.

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Wed Oct 30, 2024

Community Capital & Bond Committee Meeting -- 4:00pm -- Virtual

CMS Community Capital & Bond Committee to review capital projects

The Community Capital & Bond Committee will meet virtually to conduct a review of capital projects. The meeting includes time for questions and other considerations regarding these projects.

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Tue Oct 29, 2024

Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting - 2:00pm - Virtual

CMS Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee to review spending and construction

The Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee will meet virtually to review financial and operational reports. The agenda includes a spending report and a management oversight report for construction and building services.

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Thu Oct 24, 2024

Policy Committee Meeting -- 4:00pm -- Virtual

CMS Policy Committee to review student admission and assignment policies

The Policy Committee is meeting to consider modifications to several district policies. The items include rules for resident and nonresident student admissions, entrance age requirements, and the student assignment plan.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:30pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board to review student growth data and update harassment policies

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will review September 2024 financial statements and 2023-24 district growth data. The board is also deciding on several policy modifications regarding employee harassment and public records.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board holds public hearings on harassment and school boundary policies

The Board will conduct several public hearings regarding policy modifications for employee and student harassment, public records, and school boundary criteria. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with several school construction and demolition projects.

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Mon Sep 30, 2024

Student Advisor Review Panel Meeting - Virtual - 5:00pm

Panel to select finalists for 2025 Student Advisor election

The Student Advisor Review Panel is meeting to review applications for the 2025 Student Advisor. The panel will vote on and announce the finalists for the election.

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Wed Sep 25, 2024

Student Advisor Review Panel Meeting - Virtual - 6:30pm

Panel to review applications for 2025 Student Advisor

The Student Advisor Review Panel is meeting to review applications for the 2025 Student Advisor. The majority of the meeting will be held in closed session to discuss confidential student information.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board to consider program expansions and policy modifications

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will review several 'Comprehensive Review' projects regarding the expansion of Montessori, Early College, and Creative and Visual Arts programs. The board is also considering modifications to policies regarding purchasing, public records, and harassment.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

Student Advisor Review Panel Meeting - Virtual - 4:30pm

Panel to review applications for 2025 Student Advisor

The Student Advisor Review Panel is meeting to review applications for the 2025 Student Advisor. The majority of the meeting will be held in closed session to discuss confidential student information.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

Policy Committee Meeting -- 2:00pm -- CMGC CH-14

Policy Committee to review harassment, public records, and purchasing policies

The Policy Committee is meeting to consider modifications to several existing district policies and the creation of one new policy. These items are listed as action items for the committee's review.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)

Board holds public hearing on CMS Comprehensive Review: Phase 1

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board is conducting a public hearing regarding Phase 1 of the CMS Comprehensive Review. The Board is also considering modifications to the purchasing and contracting policy.

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Fri Sep 6, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board -- 3:00pm -- Virtual

CMS Board schedules special meeting for closed session

The Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting. The majority of the meeting will be conducted in closed session to discuss confidential personnel information and consult with attorneys.

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Thu Aug 29, 2024

Community Capital & Bond Committee Meeting -- 4:30pm -- Virtual

CMS Community Capital & Bond Committee reviews committee charge

The Community Capital & Bond Committee is meeting virtually to conduct introductory business. The primary focus of the meeting is a review of the committee's charge.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board to consider new policies on seclusions, restraints, and Title IX

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will hold public hearings and vote on the creation of policies regarding seclusions, restraints, and Title IX. The board will also review July 2024 financial statements and budget transfers.

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Thu Aug 22, 2024

FF&O Committee Meeting - 4:00pm - Virtual

CMS FF&O Committee to review July spending and construction reports

The Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee will meet virtually to review financial and operational reports. The body will discuss July 2024 spending, construction updates, and human resources management.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board considers relocating PACE Language Academy to Garinger High School

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education is meeting to discuss school reports and vote on several policy changes. The board will consider the relocation of the PACE Language Academy and review new policies regarding drones, seclusions, and restraints.

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Mon Aug 12, 2024

Student Advisor Review Panel Meeting - Virtual - 4:00pm

Panel to approve 2025 Student Advisor application form

The Student Advisor Review Panel is meeting to discuss the selection process for the 2025 Student Advisor election. The panel will review its responsibilities and vote to approve the application form.

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Tue Aug 6, 2024

Policy Committee Meeting -- 3:30pm -- CMGC CH-14

Policy Committee considers new rules on seclusions, restraints, and Title IX

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Policy Committee is meeting to review and recommend the creation of two new policies and modifications to one existing policy. These items include guidelines for seclusions and restraints and Title IX procedures.

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Thu Aug 1, 2024

Intergovernmental Relationships Committee Meeting -- 3:00pm -- CMGC CH-14

CMS Committee to review legislative session and budget advocacy

The Intergovernmental Relationships Committee will meet to discuss the 2024 Legislative Short Session. The body will also review budget advocacy efforts for 2024-2025.

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Wed Jul 31, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board -- 5:30pm -- Virtual

CMS Board to approve principal contracts

The Board of Education is holding a virtual special meeting to recommend the approval of personnel appointments for principals. A portion of the meeting will be held in closed session to consult with attorneys and discuss confidential information.

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Wed Jul 31, 2024

SOFG Committee Meeting -- 4:00pm -- Virtual

SOFG Committee to review goals, guardrails, and board evaluations

The Student Outcomes Focused Governance (SOFG) Committee is meeting to discuss administrative monitoring and evaluation processes. The committee will review the 2024-25 Goals & Guardrails status and conduct board and time use evaluations.

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Thu Jul 18, 2024

FF&O Committee Meeting - 1:00pm - Virtual

CMS FF&O Committee to review spending and construction reports

The Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee will meet virtually to review several departmental reports. The body will discuss spending, construction, and management oversight for technology and transportation.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Room 280)

CMS Board to hold public hearings on drone and personnel policies

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of School Directors will hold public hearings regarding the creation of a drone policy and modifications to overtime pay and employee reassignment policies. The board will also review budget amendments from June 2024 and personnel reports.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)

CMS Board to review student outcomes and propose new drone policy

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will review financial reports and student outcomes regarding 3rd grade English Language Arts. The body is considering the creation of a drone policy and modifications to several other existing policies.

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Thu Jun 20, 2024

Policy Committee Meeting - 2:00pm - CMGC CH-14

Policy Committee considers new drone policy and updates to pay and transfers

The Policy Committee is meeting to recommend approvals for one new policy and two modifications to existing policies. These items cover drone usage, student reassignments, and employee pay.

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Thu Jun 20, 2024

Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting - 12:30pm - Virtual

CMS Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee to review spending and construction

The committee will review reports on district facilities, construction, and May spending. The meeting also includes management oversight reports regarding food services and communications.

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Thu Jun 6, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board to review federal grant budgets and policy modifications

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will consider the 2024-2025 Federal Entitlement Grants district application and budget. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding modifications to Policy F-GRT Grant Funding and vote on a continuing budget resolution.

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Thu May 30, 2024

Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting - 12:30pm - Virtual

CMS Committee to review spending and constituent services reports

The Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee is meeting virtually to review administrative reports. The agenda includes a management oversight report for constituent services and a spending report for April.

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Tue May 28, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:30pm in CMGC 280)

CMS Board to consider new and modified district policies

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will hold public hearings and vote on the creation of Policy A-CTEA and modifications to Policy P-CBKG. The board will also review financial reports from April 2024 and an update on 2023 bond projects.

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Mon May 20, 2024

SOFG Committee Meeting - 1:00pm - Virtual

SOFG Committee to review school goals and board evaluations

The SOFG Committee is meeting to discuss the 2021-2024 and 2025-2029 Goals & Guardrails. The committee will also review an implementation monitoring calendar and evaluations regarding time use and board performance.

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Thu May 16, 2024

Policy Committee Meeting - 12:30pm - Virtual

Policy Committee to review grant funding policy modifications

The Policy Committee is meeting virtually to consider changes to a specific district policy. The primary action item involves recommending approval for modifications to Policy F-GRT regarding grant funding.

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Tue May 14, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board considers new policy and school facility improvements

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education is reviewing the creation of Policy A-CTEA and modifications to Policy P-CBKG. The board is also considering several school construction and renovation projects and the 2025-26 Early and Middle College calendars.

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Fri May 10, 2024

Intergovernmental Relationships Committee Meeting - 9:00am - Virtual

CMS Intergovernmental Relationships Committee to review legislative agenda

The committee is meeting to review the 2023-2024 legislative agenda. Members will discuss short session priorities and potential modifications to the legislative agenda.

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Tue Apr 30, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board - 5:00pm - CMGC Chamber

Board considers 2024-2025 budget and 2025-2026 academic calendar

The Board of Education will meet to consider the Superintendent's recommendations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and the 2025-2026 academic calendar. The Board will also receive a status report on the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan.

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Thu Apr 25, 2024

Policy Committee Meeting - 2:00pm - CMGC Room 267

Policy Committee considers new CTE Advisory Board and background check updates

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Policy Committee is meeting to consider two action items. The committee will review the creation of a new policy for a CTE Advisory Board and modifications to the criminal background checks policy.

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Thu Apr 25, 2024

Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting - 3:00pm - CMGC Room 267

CMS Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee to review audit and spending

The committee will meet to review a finance audit presentation and the March spending report. The meeting also includes a construction and maintenance oversight report.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board to hold public hearings on 2024-25 budget and 2025-26 academic calendar

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will conduct public hearings regarding the recommended 2024-2025 budget and the 2025-2026 academic calendar. The Board will also review a report on high school Math 1 student outcomes and consider several facility maintenance and easement approvals.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:30pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

Board reviews recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

The Board is reviewing the Superintendent's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the recommended academic calendar for 2025-2026. The meeting includes reports on student growth scores and financial updates from February 2024.

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Tue Mar 26, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board to review 2024-2029 Strategic Plan and 2024-2025 calendar adjustments

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will receive reports on student outcomes and the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. The board will also consider several consent items including facility repairs and personnel contracts, and a proposed adjustment to the 2024-2025 school calendar.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board to consider policy changes for board committees

The Board is reviewing proposed modifications to policies B-COM and B-BAC, and the retirement of policy B-EQC, to redefine standing committees and appointment processes. The meeting also includes reports on the 2024-25 budget and 2025-26 calendar options.

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Fri Mar 1, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board (Board Committees) - 1:00pm - CMGC Room 267

Board to discuss committee structure and appointment process

The Board will hold a workshop to discuss the structure of Board Committees. The meeting includes a recommendation for the approval of the Omnibus Appointments Process and modifications to Board Committees.

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Tue Feb 27, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board to consider funding for business modernization and school repairs

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will review reports on student outcomes and a superintendent report. The board is deciding on funding for a business modernization initiative and several facility maintenance projects.

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Wed Feb 21, 2024

Special Meeting -- Joint Meeting with Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners - 1:00pm

CMS and Mecklenburg County Commissioners hold joint budget meeting

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education and the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners are holding a joint special meeting. The bodies will discuss budget overviews and the phase-out of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSR).

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board to review budget amendments and school facility upgrades

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education is meeting to consider budget amendments and various facility improvements. The board will also review reports on student outcomes and legislative updates.

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Mon Feb 5, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board (Budget Workshop) - 4:00pm - CMGC Room 527

CMS Board holds budget workshop and considers academic calendar modification

The Board of Education is conducting a workshop regarding the 2024-2025 budget. Additionally, the Board will consider a recommendation to modify the 2023-2024 academic calendar.

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
BoardDocs motion
8 yea · 1 nay
Sneed yea · Rankin yea · Shipp yea · Monterrey yea · Witherspoon yea · Easley yea · Byers-Bailey yea · Cline yea · Nunn nay
Fri Jan 26, 2024

Special Meeting of the Board (Board Retreat) - Friday at 12:00pm / Saturday at 8:00am - UNCC DuBois Center Room 1104

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board holds two-day retreat at UNCC

The Board of Education is holding a special retreat on January 26 and 27 at the UNCC DuBois Center. The sessions include a budget presentation and discussions on board operations and governance.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber Room)

CMS Board to consider first aid policy changes and property transactions

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Schools will review reports on student outcomes and financial data. The Board is deciding on modifications to the first aid and emergency medical care policy and several real estate actions.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session begins at 4:00pm) - Virtual Meeting

CMS Board to consider HVAC replacements and first aid policy changes

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will meet virtually to discuss school facility upgrades and a proposed modification to the first aid and emergency medical care policy. The board will also review reports on student outcomes and personnel changes.

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