Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools public meetings in 2025
44 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Meeting of the Board – Budget Workshop - 5:00pm - CMGC Room 267
The Board will conduct a workshop to discuss the 2026-2027 budget. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss privileged and confidential student information.
- 2026-2027 Budget workshop
- Closed session regarding confidential student information
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 3:30pm in CMGC CH14)
The Board of Education will install new members and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes public hearings on board policy modifications and the review of several school construction and property sale items.
- Installation of new board members and elections for Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Public hearings on modifications to Policy B-BPP (Board Policy Process), Policy B-POL (Political Activity), and Exhibit S-COMM/E (Community Participation)
- Proposed sale of surplus property on N. Graham Street and remnant surplus property at 9015 Newell Baptist Church Road
- Approval of Phase Two construction for North Mecklenburg High School and final construction costs for Knight View Elementary School
- Approval of a second amendment to the Superintendent’s contract
Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting -- 2:00pm -- Virtual
The committee will meet virtually to receive several management and financial reports. The session focuses on reviewing monthly spending, a financial audit, and oversight reports for construction, facilities, and transportation.
- Finance Monthly Spending report
- Financial Audit report
- Management Oversight Report on Construction
- Management Oversight Report on Facilities
- Management Oversight Report on Transportation
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 3:00pm in CMGC 270/271)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will vote on several consent items, including school improvement plans for low-performing schools and various real estate leases. The board will also hold a public hearing and vote on modifications to the Technology Acceptable Use policy.
- Approval of 2025-26 School Improvement Plans for schools with a Low Performing Designation
- 10-year lease of the Hickory Grove Annex
- Sale of surplus property at East 10th St. and Louise Ave.
- Construction phase for the New Second Ward High School
- Modifications to Policy S-TECH Technology Acceptable Use
Policy Committee Meeting -- 11:00am -- CMGC 527
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Policy Committee is meeting to review and take action on modifications to several district policies and bylaws. These items cover technology use, board processes, and political activity.
- Modifications to Policy S-TECH Technology Acceptable Use
- Modifications to Policy B-BPP and Exhibit B-BPP/E Board Policy Process
- Modifications to Policy B-POL Political Activity
- Modifications to Exhibit S-COMM/E Community Participation Vetting/Approval
- Modifications to Bylaw B-BEA/B Board of Education Meetings
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 3:30pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will meet to discuss the creation of Policy O-AIU regarding Artificial Intelligence. The board will also review several consent agenda items including software renewals and school resource officer contracts.
- Creation of Policy O-AIU Artificial Intelligence
- CMPD and Town of Huntersville Police Department School Resource Officer (SRO) contracts
- Change order for Butler High School Track/Field Replacement
- Sole source master contracts with Central Piedmont Community College for coaches and textbooks
- Infor (Lawson) Software License Renewal Contract
Policy Committee Meeting -- 3:30pm -- Virtual (CANCELLED)
The Policy Committee meeting scheduled for October 15, 2025, was cancelled due to technical difficulties. Agenda items will be reviewed at the next meeting.
- Proposed modifications to Policy B-BPP and Exhibit B-BPP/E Board Policy Process
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of Policy O-AIU Artificial Intelligence. The board is also considering several contracts for student hotspots, professional learning, and a modular unit lease.
- Public hearing on the creation of Policy O-AIU Artificial Intelligence
- T-Mobile contract for student hotspots purchase
- 5-year modular unit lease at UNC-Charlotte
- DISYS contract renewal for Smartnet License
- WestEd contract for QTEL Professional Learning (Title I Schools)
Community Capital & Bond Committee Meeting -- 11:30am -- Virtual
The committee will meet virtually to receive updates on the bond program. Discussions will focus on project status, financial oversight, and minority and women-owned business participation.
- Project Status Reports
- Financial Oversight review
- MWSBE Participation Report
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Board will hold a first reading for a new policy on Artificial Intelligence. Members will also consider modifications to policies regarding interscholastic athletic participation and extracurricular activity eligibility.
- First reading of Policy O-AIU Artificial Intelligence
- Public hearing and action on athletic and extracurricular eligibility policies (S-SPTR and S-XTRC)
- Contracts with Flexential Corporation, Level Solutions Group, and New Atlantic Contracting
- Easements for Duke Energy at Palisades High School and City of Charlotte at Community House Middle School
- Software license renewals for Oracle Cloud and JAMF Software, LLC
Policy Committee Meeting -- 3:30pm -- CMGC 527
The Policy Committee is meeting to review and act on updates to student activity and athletic policies. The committee will also consider the creation of a new policy regarding artificial intelligence.
- Modifications to S-SPTR Interscholastic Athletic Participation
- Modifications to S-XTRC Extracurricular Activity Eligibility
- Creation of Exhibit S-XTRC/E Extracurricular Activity Eligibility
- Retirement of Policy S-STCL Student Induction into School Clubs or Organizations
- Creation of Policy O-AIU Artificial Intelligence
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will hold public hearings and vote on policy modifications related to House Bill 805, credit recovery, and the Board Student Advisor. The meeting includes a review of 2024-2025 student achievement results and several contract approvals.
- Public hearings and action on House Bill 805 policy modifications (A-CHE, A-ILM, S-FELD)
- Public hearings and action on Policy A-CRE Credit Recovery and Policy B-BSA Board Student Advisor
- Contracts for Equalize, Google Workspace for Education Plus/CDW, Johnson Controls, Chiller Services, and Steele Mechanical
- Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Town of Matthews
- Employment contract amendments for seven executives
Intergovernmental Relationships Committee Meeting -- 3:30pm -- CMGC 527
The Intergovernmental Relationships Committee will meet to discuss new business. The primary focus of the meeting is a comparison of state budget proposals from the House and Senate.
- Comparison of House/Senate State Budget Proposals
Policy Committee Meeting -- 3:30pm -- Virtual
The Policy Committee is meeting to consider action items regarding policy modifications. These include changes driven by House Bill 805 and updates to credit recovery and board student advisor policies.
- House Bill 805 Policy Modifications (A-CHE, A-ILM, S-FELD)
- Modifications to Policy A-CRE Credit Recovery
- Modifications to Policy B-BSA Board Student Advisor
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 5:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of School is meeting to review a large volume of consent agenda items. The board will consider approvals for various HR and service contracts, NC Pre-K reimbursement agreements, and budget adjustments.
- FY2026 Charter School Estimated Allocation
- Fiscal Year 2025-26 July Budget Amendments
- NC Pre-K Reimbursement Contracts for multiple providers including Sunshine Daycare and Childcare Network
- HVAC service contract renewals for Chiller Services, Carolina Air, and SI Boiler
- Employment contract amendments for Nicole Portee and Derrick Jackson
Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting -- 2:00pm -- Virtual
The committee will meet virtually to review financial and operational reports. The agenda focuses on oversight of spending, facilities, school nutrition, and transportation.
- Finance Monthly Spending report including June 2025 financials
- Operations and Facilities construction and building services report
- Management Oversight Report for School Nutrition
- Management Oversight Report for Transportation
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will consider several healthcare staffing and educational service contracts. The board will also review construction change orders and a land lease renewal for two high schools. Public comments are scheduled to include discussions on school safety and ICE guidance.
- UNCC land lease renewal for Charlotte Teacher and Charlotte Engineering Early College High Schools
- Messer contract for rock removal and site revisions at Middle School #1 South Project
- Construction phase change order for Clancy & Theys Construction Company
- Healthcare contracts with Bayada Home Health Care, Nurses and More, Inc., Maxim Healthcare/Amergis Staffing, and EDU Healthcare
- Approval of licensed and non-licensed hires through August 12, 2025
Regular Meeting of the Board -- 6:00pm (Closed Session at 5:30pm) -- Virtual Meeting
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will meet virtually to consider a consent agenda featuring multiple service contracts and personnel appointments. The board will also review budget amendments from June 2025 and a governance monitoring calendar.
- Approval of 2025-2027 Student Outcomes Focused Governance Monitoring Calendar
- Contracts for Toshiba, Truist P-Card, United Air Filter, and Thermal Conditioning
- Curriculum contracts for AVID, International Baccalaureate, Avant Assessment, Imagine EdgeEX, and Overdrive (Sora)
- Disposal of surplus mobile classrooms from Albemarle Road ES
- Approval of June 2025 Budget Amendments
Community Capital & Bond Committee Meeting -- 11:30am -- Virtual
The committee will meet virtually to discuss the status of the bond program. The agenda includes reports on project status, financial oversight, and MWSBE participation.
- Project Status Reports
- Financial Oversight review
- MWSBE Participation Report
- Communications update
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 5:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will meet to discuss student outcomes and district plans. The board is deciding on new and modified policies for students in foster care and experiencing homelessness, as well as various vendor contracts and personnel hires.
- Creation of Policy S-FOST for students living in foster care
- Modifications to Policy S-HOM for students experiencing homelessness
- 2025-2026 sole source contract for Curriculum Associates (iReady)
- Lease amendment for Hovis Road Warehouse
- Approval of Assistant Principal salary schedules
Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting - 3:30pm - Virtual
The Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee will meet virtually to review monthly spending and operational reports. The meeting includes a report on May 2025 financials and a capitalization threshold update effective July 1, 2025.
- Finance Monthly Spending report for May 2025
- Capitalization Threshold Update effective July 1, 2025
- Operations and Facilities construction and building services report
- Management Oversight Report regarding communications
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:30pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of School is meeting to consider various vendor contracts for the 2025-26 school year and personnel appointments. The board will also hold public hearings regarding student policies and a new school facility.
- Public hearing for a new elementary school on the Old Park Road ES site
- Public hearings for policies regarding students experiencing homelessness and students in foster care
- Approval of final construction costs for North & South Bus Garage projects
- 2025-26 professional development contract with Harvard Graduate School of Education
- Multiple 2025-2026 transportation master contracts including AA Prestige, City Cab, and Royal Cab
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 5:00pm in CMGC Room 267)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will meet to vote on a continuing budget resolution for FY26 and various vendor contracts. The board will also conduct first readings for policies regarding students experiencing homelessness and students living in foster care.
- FY26 Continuing Budget Resolution
- First reading of Policy S-HOM (Students Experiencing Homelessness) and Policy S-FOST (Students Living in Foster Care)
- Contract awards for temporary personnel services to Jennifer Temps, Inc. and ESS
- Facility projects including a second fire line for Bruns Avenue ES and mobile classroom repairs at Endhaven ES
- Mecklenburg County Board of Elections filing fees for School Board District candidates
Policy Committee Meeting -- 4:00pm -- CMGC 527
The Policy Committee will meet to consider modifications to existing policies and the creation of a new policy. The items focus on student welfare and board operating procedures.
- Modification to Policy S-HOM Students Experiencing Homelessness
- Creation of Policy S-FOST Students Living in Foster Care
- Modification to Exhibit B-IND/E Board Operations Procedures Manual
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Board of Education will conduct public hearings on modifications to graduation requirements, purchasing/contracting, and the display of non-school materials. The body is also considering the 2025-26 Federal Entitlement Grant Budget and various technology and staffing contracts.
- Public hearing on modifications to A-GRR Graduation Requirements
- Public hearing on modification to F-PRCH Purchasing/Contracting
- Approval of 2025-26 Federal Entitlement Grant Budget
- Contract to repair and upfit four mobile classrooms at Huntersville Elementary School
- Granting a permanent utility easement for a sanitation sewer to the City of Charlotte at the Palisades Campus
Special Meeting of the Board -- Legislative Breakfast -- 9:30am -- CMGC Room 267
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education is holding a special meeting and legislative breakfast. The Board will meet with North Carolina General Assembly members who represent Mecklenburg County to discuss a legislative agenda and hold a panel discussion.
- Legislative agenda update
- IRC panel discussion and Q&A
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 5:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will review the proposed 2025-2026 operating budget and several policy modifications. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple school facility repairs and construction contracts. The Board will also hold first readings for policies regarding graduation requirements and strategic partnerships.
- Superintendent's 2025-2026 Budget Recommendation
- Construction contracts for South Mecklenburg High School and Billingsville Elementary School
- Track replacements at Butler, Myers Park, and Providence High Schools
- Roof replacements at Clear Creek and Greenway Park Elementary Schools
- First reading of modifications to A-GRR Graduation Requirements
Intergovernmental Relationships Committee Meeting -- 3:00pm -- CMGC 267
The Intergovernmental Relationships Committee will meet to receive reports on legislative and budget updates. The body will discuss school calendar flexibility related to SB 754.
- SB 754 School Calendar Flexibility: A New Alternative
- Update on 2025-2026 Legislative Agenda
- Update on Federal Budget
- NCGA Visits / Legislative Luncheon report
- Local Government Advocacy report
Policy Committee Meeting -- 4:00pm -- CMGC 527
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Policy Committee will meet to consider modifications to several district policies. The committee will review changes regarding graduation requirements, purchasing and contracting, and the display of non-school materials.
- Modifications to A-GRR Graduation Requirements
- Modification to F-PRCH Purchasing/Contracting
- Modification of O-DISD Distribution and Display of Non-school Materials
- Creation of S-STGY Strategic Partnerships
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 5:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Board of Education will hold public hearings regarding the 2025-2026 budget recommendation and several policy modifications. The body is also considering the 2026-2027 academic calendar and multiple school construction and maintenance contracts.
- Public hearing on Superintendent's 2025-2026 Budget Recommendation
- Construction management contracts for Berryhill School, Huntersville Elementary, and New Middle School #2 (North)
- Roof replacement at David Cox Elementary School
- Design services contract for the replacement of Berryhill School
- Vote on the 2026-2027 CMS Calendar Recommendation
Community Capital & Bond Committee Meeting -- 11:30am -- Virtual
The committee will meet virtually to receive updates on the bond program. The agenda includes reports on project status, financial oversight, and MWSBE participation.
- Project Status Reports
- Financial Oversight report
- MWSBE Participation Report
- Communications update
Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee Meeting - 2:00pm - Virtual
The committee will meet virtually to review financial and operational reports. The session includes a monthly spending report and updates on construction and school nutrition.
- Monthly Spending Report (Finance)
- Construction and Building Services Report (Capital)
- School Nutrition Management Oversight Report
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 5:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board will meet to consider a consent agenda featuring multiple staffing and service contracts. A significant portion of the meeting focuses on approving reimbursement contracts for various NC Pre-K providers.
- Renewal of ParentSquare contract
- Spectrum monthly invoice expenditures for March - June 2025
- Staffing contracts with ESS/Academic Staffing, Bayada Home Health Care, Maxim Amergis Healthcare, and EDU Healthcare
- Contract with Into Languages Global
- NC Pre-K reimbursement contracts for multiple providers including Brown Road Kindercare and various Childcare Network locations
Policy Committee Meeting -- 4:00pm -- CMGC 527
The Policy Committee is meeting to review and take action on several policy modifications. These items include changes to board processes, committee structures, and school-related complaint procedures.
- Modifications to Policy B-BPP and Exhibit B-BPP/E Board Policy Process
- Modifications to Policy B-COM Board Committees
- Modifications to Policy B-COMA Advisory Committees & Board-Approved Groups
- Modifications of Policy S-SCOM School Related Complaints and retirement of P-APLP
- Omnibus Policy Changes per 115C
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:45pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will review the Superintendent's recommendation for the 2026-27 academic calendar and receive a budget planning update for 2025-2026. The Board is also considering several consent agenda items including facility contracts and technology purchases.
- Construction contract for Marie G. Davis Montessori conversion and upfit
- Purchase contracts for Lenovo laptops and Canon printing equipment
- Engineering services contract for a Long-Range Facility Master Plan
- Permanent utility easement to Duke Power for EV charging at Downs Road Transportation
- Contract for Chatterbox Speech Therapy Services and ClassLink subscription renewal
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:15pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will meet to vote on a consent agenda featuring various school construction and transportation contracts. The board will also discuss policy changes regarding board operations and superintendent relations.
- Proposed renaming of First Ward Creative Arts Academy
- Construction contract for renovations at First Ward Elementary School
- Demolition contract for Buildings B, L, and J at Trillium Springs Elementary School
- Installation of six mobile classrooms and two mobile restrooms at Mint Hill Elementary School
- Renewal of Microsoft Campus and Select agreements
Special Meeting of the Board – Budget Workshop - 5:00pm - CMGC Room 267
The Board of Education is meeting for a budget workshop. The session focuses on the 2025-2026 Budget.
- Workshop regarding the 2025-2026 Budget
Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 5:00pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will meet to discuss personnel hires, facility renovations, and contract approvals. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding board operations and superintendent relations policies.
- Proposed amendments to the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar
- Installation of D-Controllers and Multi-Readers at 77 elementary schools
- Design fee proposal from WHN Architects for CMS Administrative Building renovations
- Sidewalk easement conveyance to the City of Charlotte at East Mecklenburg High School
- Public hearing on Policy B-BOPS (Board Operations) and Policy B-SUPT (Superintendent/Board Relations)
Special Meeting of the Board (Board Retreat) - Friday at 8:00am / Saturday at 8:00am - Marriott Greensboro Downtown - Georgia Meeting Room
The Board of Education is conducting a special retreat to hold workshops on board alignment and cohesion. The meeting includes presentations from the executive cabinet and a review of student assignment goals.
- Recommendation for approval of the 2025-2026 Legislative Agenda
- Comprehensive review of Student Assignment Goals A through E
- Budget presentations from the Chief Financial Officer
- Review of Board Committees and Board Governance
- Presentations from the Executive Cabinet, including the Superintendent and Chief Technology Officer
Regular Board Meeting -- 6:00pm -- (Closed Session at 4:30pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education will discuss salary schedule recommendations from a compensation study and modifications to student assignment and internet use policies. The board is also reviewing several technology and facility contracts.
- Flexential Corp contract for $579,782.97
- Public hearings on Student Assignment Plan (S-APSL) and Student Internet Use (S-SINT) policies
- Approval of Park Road Site Replacement School Phase 2
- Salary schedule recommendations from the Compensation Study Plan
- Contracts for VxRail Nodes, Spectrum, and Wireless Access Controllers
Emergency Meeting of the Board – 4:00pm - Virtual
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education is holding an emergency virtual meeting. The board will consider a recommendation to approve modifications to the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar.
- Proposed modifications to the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar
Policy Committee Meeting -- 1:00pm -- CMGC 267
The Policy Committee is meeting to consider changes to board operations and student-related policies. The body will review modifications to the student assignment plan and internet use policies.
- Creation of Policy B-BOPS Board Operations and modification of B-SUPT
- Modifications to Policy S-APSL Student Assignment Plan regarding lottery guarantees and priorities
- Modifications to Policy S-SINT Student Internet Use
Regular Board Meeting - 6:00pm - (Closed Session at 4:30pm in CMGC Chamber)
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board is conducting public hearings on policies regarding student suspension, expulsion, and admission requirements. The board will also consider a new purchasing requirements policy and review reports on compensation and student reading outcomes.
- Public hearing on modifications to Policy S-SUSP (Suspension, Exclusion and Expulsion of Students)
- Public hearing on modifications to policies S-ADMN, S-ADMR, and S-ENT regarding student admissions
- Public hearing on the creation of Policy F-PRCG (Purchasing Requirements for Goods)
- Proposed approval of RTU replacements at Butler High School, Croft Community School, and Elon Park Elementary
- Proposed approval of a modular lease at Marie G. Davis
Special Meeting -- Joint Meeting with Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners - 5:00pm
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education and the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners are meeting to discuss shared services and financial outlooks. The session focuses on revenue forecasts, budget planning, and educational data.
- Overview of County Services and Choice Matrix
- 5-year revenue forecast
- SY24 Data Highlights
- Pre-K Update
- CMS Budget Planning & Bond Update