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Cincinnati Public Schools public meetings in 2023

84 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 15, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Committee to review school health services, FY24 benefits costs, and financial reports

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee of Cincinnati Public Schools will hear presentations on school-based health centers, FY24 benefits costs, and a list of available buildings under the COPS program. They will also discuss the negotiations timeline, receive monthly financial reports, and review an AdHoc committee report. The meeting includes a budget roundtable and an introduction to the treasurer's report redesign.

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Wed Dec 13, 2023

Audit Committee Meeting

Audit Committee to discuss vouchers and evaluate Chief Audit Executive

The Cincinnati Public Schools Audit Committee is meeting to discuss vouchers, review audit committee updates, and evaluate the Chief Audit Executive's mid-year performance. The committee will also consider appointments for audit committee member and chair positions. Documents include audit reports from the Ohio Auditor of State and financial reports.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

Health and Safety Committee Meeting

Health and Safety Committee reviews menstrual health and athletic event security updates

The Cincinnati Public Schools Health and Safety Committee is scheduled to hear presentations and updates on menstrual health, mental health initiatives, and security plans for athletic events. These items address student wellness and campus safety protocols for district families. The agenda lists standard procedural items, including a year-end discussion and a public hearing. No final decisions or votes are recorded in this agenda text.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on $75M tax anticipation notes authorization

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will consider resolutions for $75M in tax anticipation notes and amended FY2024 appropriations. The agenda includes a report from the Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee, a recognition resolution for Board Member Carolyn Jones, and a superintendent update on 3rd grade reading progress.

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Tue Dec 5, 2023

Special Public Joint Meeting - CPS and CPP

Special joint meeting of CPS and CPP for master agreement discussion

This is a special public joint meeting of Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) and Cincinnati Public Preschool (CPP). The agenda includes a shared vision segment and a master agreement item, but no specific details are provided in the available agenda text. The meeting appears procedural, with standard items like call to order and adjournment.

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to consider modified tax budget for 2024-2025

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will vote on a resolution requesting authority to file a modified tax budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Also up for vote is a resolution approving student transportation subsidies. The superintendent will present updates on the Clark & Gamble lottery and the budget process. Committee reports and board matters, including a preschool promise agreement and a renewable energy resolution, are on the agenda.

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Fri Dec 1, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee reviews draft attendance boundaries report

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee is meeting to review a draft report and consensus plan for school attendance boundaries. This is a discussion item only; no final decisions are being made at this meeting.

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Fri Nov 17, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

CPS budget committee reviews monthly finances, preschool deal, and property sales

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee will receive monthly financial reports for November 2023, including new CRA agreements and a state/federal grant summary. The committee will also discuss a preschool agreement update, a benefits audit progress report, and new policies. Additionally, they will review a list of buildings for potential Certificates of Participation (COPS) funding and an inventory of saleable property. Other items include a budget update and a T-1 report from administration.

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Fri Nov 17, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Committee to continue discussing student fees policy and renaming Lighthouse

The Policy and Equity Committee will hold a virtual meeting to continue discussions on Policy 6152 concerning student fees, fines, and charges, including a fee waiver. They will also address chronic absenteeism under truancy policy 5201 and consider renaming a facility called Lighthouse under policy 7250. Additionally, the committee will discuss proposed policies on gifts, grants, bequests (7230) and crowdsourcing (7230.02). The meeting includes a public hearing and other business.

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Thu Nov 16, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee to review draft attendance boundary report

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee will review a draft report and consensus plan on school attendance boundaries. The meeting is a step in the boundary-setting process for Cincinnati Public Schools.

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Wed Nov 15, 2023

Student Achievement Committee of the Whole Meeting

Committee reviews goals, guardrails, and Preschool Promise agreement

This is a committee of the whole meeting with presentations and discussions on progress monitoring of district goals and guardrails, including an update on Algebra 1 and community partnerships. The committee will also discuss the Preschool Promise Master Agreement. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and deliberative.

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Thu Nov 9, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee continues discussion on attendance boundaries report

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee is continuing its discussion of a committee report and consensus plan for school attendance boundaries. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for further deliberation. The public can view the recording on the CPS website after the meeting.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Board Business Meeting

CPS board to vote on renaming Digital Academy after Gilligan, policy changes, and subsidies

The Cincinnati Public Schools board will consider resolutions to rename Cincinnati Digital Academy after former Governor John J. Gilligan, amend board policies on medications and meeting amenities, and approve transportation subsidies for eligible students for the 2023-24 school year. They will also receive a presentation on the five-year forecast and a superintendent update on fall 2023 survey data from staff, students, and families.

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Wed Nov 1, 2023

Student Achievement Committee of the Whole Meeting

Student Achievement Committee discusses reading data and school calendars

The Student Achievement Committee of the Whole will review progress monitoring updates regarding board priorities. Discussions include third grade and sixth grade reading data, equitable resourcing, and chronic absenteeism. The committee will also receive a presentation on the draft school calendar for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 years.

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Thu Oct 26, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Discussion on Middle School capacity and pricing options

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee will discuss the district's consensus plan and review capacity and pricing options for middle schools, presented by the superintendent and CFO. The committee chair will also provide a report, followed by any other business before adjournment.

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Wed Oct 25, 2023

Audit Committee Meeting

CPS Audit Committee to review operations, facilities, and finance

The Audit Committee of Cincinnati Public Schools will receive an operations update including a vendor report and facilities needs, discuss a human resources review from the Council of the Great City Schools, consider the committee member reappointment process, and review an internal audit dashboard. A financial discussion and other business are also on the agenda.

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Mon Oct 23, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on amending multiple board policy bylaws

The Cincinnati Board of Education will consider resolutions including amendments to several board policy bylaws (0000-0170), appointment of a delegate to the Ohio School Boards Association 2023 Capital Conference, and approval of students eligible for transportation subsidy reimbursement. The meeting also includes a superintendent's update on goals and guardrails, approval of past meeting minutes, a treasurer's report, and superintendent recommendations requiring a roll call vote.

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Fri Oct 20, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

CPS committee to discuss five-year forecast, preschool funding, and student fees

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee of Cincinnati Public Schools is meeting to review a draft five-year financial forecast and receive updates on the Cincinnati Preschool Promise program, preschool enrollment, and student fee policies. Members will also discuss grants, key performance indicators, a list of buildings available under Certificates of Participation, and a proposed gift donations and crowdfunding policy. No final votes are taken at the committee level; items are discussed for potential referral to the full board.

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Fri Oct 20, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

CPS policy committee to discuss student fees, medication policies

The Policy and Equity Committee will continue discussions on policies regarding student fees, fines, and charges, as well as medication use. They will also consider a proposed new policy on gifts, donations, and bequests, and a crowdsourcing policy. Other items include amenities at meetings and safety at after-school activities. No votes are scheduled; all items are under discussion.

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Wed Oct 18, 2023

Student Achievement Committee of the Whole Meeting

CPS committee reviews student achievement goals and progress

The Student Achievement Committee of the Whole will review the district's goals and guardrails and monitor progress on 3rd grade reading, 6th grade reading equity, and graduation. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and updates only.

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Sat Oct 14, 2023

Business Meeting - Work Session

CPS board begins FY25 budget process, reviews financial background

This is a work session, not a voting meeting. The board is starting the FY25 budget process and reviewing financial background documents, including ESSER fund usage and general fund discretionary analysis. They will also review data from the July Ad Hoc committee on enrollment, attendance, and facility updates. No decisions are being made at this meeting.

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Mon Oct 9, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board adopts new strategic plan and revises vision, mission, and bylaws

At the October 9 board business meeting, the Cincinnati Board of Education considered several resolutions. The board will adopt a revised vision and mission statement, approve the district’s strategic plan, and amend multiple sections of its policy bylaws. It will also approve a student subsidy reimbursement for the 2023‑24 school year. Additional items include a preschool promise master agreement discussion and a human resources audit presentation.

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Thu Sep 28, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Attendance boundaries committee reviews capacity, costs, and school options

The committee will discuss and analyze middle school capacity across corridors, transportation costs for high schools, and specific plans for Bramble and J.P. Parker Middle School. Items from July are revisited, including communication to families and historical context for Gamble Montessori Elementary. Also on the agenda are Dater High School testing requirements and options for Clark Montessori High School.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

Health and Safety Committee Meeting

CPS health committee discusses gun safety, menstrual products, and safety updates

The Health and Safety Committee is meeting to receive presentations on gun safety through the BE SMART secure storage program and on no-cost menstrual products in Ohio schools. The committee will also hear updates on physical and mental safety, including athletics, mental health, pedestrian safety, and concussion protocols, as well as separate updates on athletics/extracurriculars and pedestrian safety.

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Mon Sep 18, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to discuss 3-month priorities, hear ODE report card

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will hold a business meeting on September 18, 2023, at 5:30 PM. Key items include discussion and decision on 3-month board priorities, a superintendent update on the Bramble project and ODE Report Card overview, and a roll-call vote on superintendent recommendations. The board will also consider resolutions for student transportation subsidies and an alcohol waiver for Hyde Park School.

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Fri Sep 15, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss levy renewal options for school funding

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee is reviewing monthly financial and grants reports, new Community Reinvestment Act agreements, and proposed financial policies on allowable expenses and insource/outsource decisions. They will also discuss the FY25 budget development timeline and priorities, and explore options for renewing the school levy.

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Fri Sep 15, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Committee reviews alcohol waiver request for Hyde Park School’s Pumpkin Chuck event

The Cincinnati Public Schools Policy and Equity Committee will consider a request for an alcohol waiver for Hyde Park School’s Pumpkin Chuck event. The meeting also includes review of Policy 5330 on the use of medications and Policy 6152 on student fees, fines, and charges, together with Policy 6152.01 on waiving school fees. Members will discuss the status and proposed redlines of the district bylaws and hold a public hearing.

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Wed Sep 13, 2023

Special Public Joint Meeting - CPS Board Members and City of Cincinnati's Healthy Neighborhoods Committee

Joint CPS-City committee discusses school transportation, property review, and Public Safety Academy

This special joint meeting between Cincinnati Public Schools Board and the city's Healthy Neighborhoods Committee will hear updates on student transportation and Project Connect, along with health checks for students and a School Safe Mile Zone designation. Members will also discuss a shared comprehensive review of CPS and city properties, the status of the Public Safety Academy, and Community Reinvestment Area information, followed by a public hearing.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee reviews draft attendance boundaries report

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee is meeting to review a DRAFT report on attendance boundaries for Cincinnati Public Schools. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the previous meeting on July 21, 2023. No specific boundary changes or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on FY 2024 budget, appropriations, and vision/mission

The Cincinnati Board of Education will discuss and potentially approve the FY 2024 budget, consider a resolution revising the board's vision and mission and adopting a forecast, and vote on the FY23-24 annual appropriations. The board will also consider a resolution approving students eligible for transportation subsidy and vote on superintendent recommendations.

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Wed Sep 6, 2023

Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole Meeting

CPS committee to hear lobbyist, iReady pilot, and equity updates

This is a committee-of-the-whole meeting for Cincinnati Public Schools focused on student achievement and instructional performance. The agenda includes presentations and discussions on a lobbyist update, a review of the iReady My Path pilot program, and an update on the district's equity implementation plan. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion only.

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Wed Aug 30, 2023

Special Public Meeting

Board to review interim goals and guardrails for 2023-24

This is a special public meeting of the Cincinnati Board of Education focused on governance training and progress monitoring. The board will discuss and review interim goals and guardrails for August 2023, as well as a draft monitoring plan for the 2023-24 school year. No votes on specific spending or policy changes are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural and training-oriented.

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Wed Aug 30, 2023

Audit Committee Meeting

CPS Audit Committee reviews FY 2024 budget and audit goals

The Cincinnati Public Schools Audit Committee will meet to review its fiscal year 2024 goals and update its internal audit charter. The committee will discuss the fiscal year 2024 budget and review the letter of arrangement for the fiscal year 2023 audit. The agenda also includes a status report from the chief audit executive and notes the next meeting date.

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Mon Aug 28, 2023

Board Business Meeting

CPS board to discuss FY24 budget, vote on bus stop approvals

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will hold a business meeting on August 28, 2023. They will discuss the FY24 budget, the district vision and mission, and board bylaws. Resolutions to approve yellow school bus stops and transportation subsidies for the 2023-2024 school year will be voted on. The meeting also includes committee reports and a transportation update from the superintendent.

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Wed Aug 23, 2023

Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole Meeting

Committee reviews Panorama data and CTE audit

The Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole will discuss the Panorama Data Review, a Career and Technical Education (CTE) audit, and a professional development update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for presentations and discussion only.

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Fri Aug 18, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Policy committee to review student fees and waivers

The Policy and Equity Committee will discuss revisions to several district policies, including student fees (Policy 6152), fee waivers (Policy 6152.01), board employee communications (Policy 3112), board-superintendent relationship (Policy 1210), and commemoration of school facilities (Policy 7250). The committee will also review the status of bylaw drafts. These discussions precede any full board action.

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Fri Aug 18, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Committee reviews FY24 budget with $13M in remaining decisions

The committee will discuss and review the FY24 budget, including a list of additions and cuts at schools and central office, ESSER funds, and the last $13 million in budget decisions. Other items include monthly financials, a transportation review of yellow bus stops and metro stop proximity, and a facilities discussion on current conditions versus future needs.

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Mon Aug 7, 2023

Board Business Meeting

CPS board to discuss FY24 budget update

The board will hear presentations on the FY24 budget, student code of conduct, Woodward Career Tech High School, and a discussion with Metro representatives. Resolutions to nominate board members for Preschool Promise and superintendent recommendations for staff are also on the agenda.

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Mon Jul 17, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to hear FY24 budget, transportation, and code of conduct updates

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will receive presentations on the FY24 budget, transportation, and the 2023-2024 Code of Conduct. Resolutions include an alcohol use waiver at SCPA and appointment of Julie Bissinger to the Civil Service Commission. The board will also consider a working budget for ESSER III funds and superintendent recommendations.

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Mon Jun 26, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on final FY23 and temporary FY24 appropriations

The board will vote on final appropriations for FY2022-2023 and temporary appropriations for FY2023-2024. A presentation on the FY24 budget and a discussion on board bylaws are also scheduled. Other action items include resolutions on school uniforms and transportation subsidies.

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Wed Jun 14, 2023

Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole Meeting

CPS committee to discuss FY24 budget, strategic plan, superintendent evaluation

This meeting of the Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole will discuss progress monitoring for the mid-year superintendent evaluation, strategic planning, and updates to bylaws and transportation. Presentations include the FY24 budget, a strategic plan mission/vision/forecast, a community survey, the Public Safety Academy, and changes to the state accountability system. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

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Tue Jun 13, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Committee considers proposed changes to board bylaws

The Policy and Equity Committee will review and discuss board bylaws, including changes from committee member Bolton and a proposed reordering. The committee will also consider bylaws amended from the May meeting. Public comment and other business are scheduled.

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Thu Jun 8, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

CPS Ad Hoc committee to discuss attendance boundaries for three schools

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee is meeting to discuss proposed boundary changes for John P. Parker, Silverton Elementary, and Woodford schools. They will also consider Pleasant Ridge Montessori boundaries in relation to its new expansion and a corridor presentation. The meeting includes a public hearing period.

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Mon Jun 5, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board reviews strategic planning, bylaws, transportation and superintendent matters

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will discuss the strategic planning process, an update to the FY24 budget, and transportation issues. It will also review progress on the mid‑year superintendent evaluation and board‑superintendent relations. The meeting includes a vote on the superintendent’s recommendations and approval of minutes from the May 8 special and business meetings.

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Thu May 25, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Ad Hoc committee reviews attendance boundaries and middle school configurations.

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee will review data on middle school configurations, school safety zones, and overlapping attendance boundaries. Members will discuss expanding walking distances and its impact on affected schools, as well as updates on purchasing a new building. The committee will clarify magnet school designation processes and develop an initial report for the Cincinnati Public Schools board. Attendance boundary adjustments discussed at this meeting will determine future student school assignments and transportation routes for the district.

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Mon May 22, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on amended FY23 appropriations and tax levies

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will hold a business meeting on May 22, 2023. The board is scheduled to vote on an amended appropriations resolution for fiscal year 2022-2023 and a resolution accepting tax levies and rates. Presentations and discussions are planned for the five-year forecast, FY24 budget, strategic planning, and transportation.

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Fri May 19, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

CPS policy committee to review board bylaws and bidding practices

The Policy and Equity Committee will discuss competitive bidding practices and continue its review of Board Bylaws sections 0000 through 0170, with several proposed amendments attached. The meeting is virtual and includes time for public comment.

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Fri May 19, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Committee reviews CPP FY23 update and FY24 draft budget

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee will discuss the Cincinnati Preschool Promise (CPP) FY23 financial update and FY24 draft budget, hear the May Five Year Forecast, and review April monthly financial reports and CRAs. The committee will also consider the Unclaimed Funds Report and an ESSER Working Budget Update. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and review.

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Wed May 17, 2023

Special Public Meeting

Board to discuss mid-year superintendent evaluation and transportation

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board is holding a special meeting to review progress on its 3-month priorities, including the mid-year superintendent evaluation, strategic planning, bylaw updates, transportation, and board-superintendent relations. The board will also hear the treasurer's report and recess into executive session to discuss negotiations with employees and a public employee's employment.

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Wed May 10, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee reviews middle‑school boundary models and research requests

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee will discuss continued consensus items, review transportation data requests, and examine instructional models for middle‑year neighborhood corridors, including a PRM map and middle‑school modeling presentation. The committee will also consider a board research request, school safety zones, and develop an initial report for the board. A public hearing will conclude the meeting.

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Mon May 8, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on superintendent recommendations, discuss equity and FY24 budget priorities

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will take a roll-call vote on recommendations from the superintendent. Board members will also discuss next steps with equity and share their interests and priorities for the FY24 budget. Additionally, the board will hear committee reports on attendance boundaries, policy and equity, and student achievement, and recognize valedictorians and salutatorians.

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Wed May 3, 2023

Audit Committee Meeting

Audit Committee reviews FY 2024 budget and multiple audit reports

The Cincinnati Public Schools Audit Committee will discuss the FY 2024 budget and cash‑control measures. It will review the Benefits Follow‑up Internal Audit Report and the Ohio Auditor of State’s Special Audit Report. The committee will also receive an audit status report and the Chief Audit Executive’s annual evaluation. A draft of Strategies and Guardrails for the Goals and Guardrails will be considered.

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Thu Apr 27, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee to develop initial report on attendance boundaries for the Board

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee will review data and discuss several agenda items, including a clarification of the Leader in Me schools districtwide, transportation data requests, and the plan for Pleasant Ridge Montessori school choice. Members will also consider instructional models for middle‑year neighborhoods, school safety zones, and will prepare an initial report to present to the Board. The meeting includes a public hearing for community input.

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Mon Apr 24, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to consider amending promotion and retention policy

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will hold a business meeting with discussions on strategic planning, transportation, and a budget update. Resolutions include amending Board Policy 5410 on promotion and retention, an alcohol waiver for Kilgour Elementary PTA, and authorizing OHSAA membership for 2023-2024. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and consider superintendent recommendations.

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Fri Apr 21, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Committee to review student promotion and retention policy

The Policy and Equity Committee will discuss a resolution for an alcohol waiver at Kilgour Elementary School's 5K and carnival, review proposed changes to Policy 5410 on student promotion and retention, and continue the review of board bylaws (0000). The meeting includes time for public comment.

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Wed Apr 19, 2023

Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole Meeting

Board to review mid-year superintendent evaluation progress

The Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole will review progress on the mid-year superintendent evaluation and discuss strategic planning, bylaws updates, and board/superintendent relations. The committee will also receive presentations on English Language Learner updates, Pre-K, Montessori curriculum adoption, and transportation.

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Fri Apr 14, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Budget committee to discuss FY24 school budgets, CRAs, transportation

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee of Cincinnati Public Schools will discuss the Fiscal Year 24 Budget, including school budgets by fund. The agenda also includes items on CRAs, a new transportation item, new contracts, facilities workplans, and an unclaimed funds report.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on superintendent recommendations, agreements with Metro, Preschool Promise, crossing guards, SROs

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board meets to act on a range of administrative and policy items, including resolutions for OHSAA membership and student transportation subsidies, superintendent recommendations requiring a roll-call vote, and board agreements with Metro, Preschool Promise, crossing guards, and school resource officers. The Board will also consider a revised policy on promotion, acceleration, and retention, along with committee reports and a resolution honoring Dr. O’dell M. Owens.

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Fri Apr 7, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Committee reviews FY24 school and central office budget proposals

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee will discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 school budgets, including fund allocations, staffing, grant projections, and the ESSER spring working budget. The meeting also includes a review of the FY24 central office budget outlook and transportation status updates. No formal decisions are indicated; the committee will examine the attached documents.

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Thu Mar 23, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Ad Hoc committee reviews elementary attendance boundary maps and data

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee will review elementary attendance boundary maps, a workplan, and data on how audit information impacts boundaries and transportation. They will also continue discussing consensus items and hear public comments.

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Mon Mar 20, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on new Title IX and property tax abatement policies

The Cincinnati Board of Education will discuss transportation and the FY24 budget, hear a superintendent update, and vote on resolutions to adopt new policies on Title IX sex discrimination and property tax abatements. The board will also consider updates to board bylaws and a promotion/retention policy.

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Mon Mar 20, 2023

Health and Safety Committee Meeting

Lockdown drills, discipline data, anti-bullying update on agenda

The Health and Safety Committee will receive presentations on in-school safety including lockdown drills from Police Lieutenant Chantia Miller, an anti-bullying update, and a review of student discipline data. The committee will also discuss its 2023 workplan. No votes or funding decisions are scheduled.

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Fri Mar 17, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Budget committee to discuss FY24 budget status, remaining general fund allocation

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee will review financial reports through February 2023, including revenue, expenditures, and grant graphs. They will discuss the remaining General Fund monies designated from the Fiscal Year 24 authorization and receive a status update on the FY24 budget. The committee will also hear items on transportation services and vehicle purchases, property inventory optimization, the SORTA/Metro agreement for Fiscal Year 24, and the Preschool Promise draft agreement.

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Fri Mar 17, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Title IX policy review with outside counsel

The Policy and Equity Committee will review a draft Title IX policy and grievance procedures with outside counsel. They will also continue discussions on policies for Extended Learning Opportunities and Promotion and Retention. The committee will review Board Bylaws 0000 and consider member-recommended revisions. A new draft policy on abatements and TIF PILOT payments is scheduled for discussion.

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Wed Mar 15, 2023

Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee of the Whole Meeting

CPS committee reviews mid-year superintendent eval, budget, student data

The Student Achievement and District Instructional Performance Committee will discuss 3-month board priorities including progress monitoring for the mid-year superintendent evaluation, strategic planning, bylaw updates, transportation, and board/superintendent relations. Presentations will cover the budget and mid-year student achievement data broken down by ethnicity. The meeting will recess into executive session to discuss employment of a public employee or official.

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Mon Mar 6, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to adopt new school threat assessment policy and file property valuation challenges

The board will discuss strategic priorities, hear public comments, and vote on resolutions including adopting a new school threat assessment policy and authorizing property valuation challenges with the Hamilton County Board of Revision. They will also discuss the FY24 budget and receive superintendent recommendations.

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Wed Mar 1, 2023

Audit Committee Meeting

CPS Audit Committee reviews FY2022 audit, reappoints members

The Audit Committee will hear the FY2022 financial audit results from Plattenburg, including the management letter and single audit. They will also discuss audit updates such as committee reappointments, chair and vice chair appointments, and review monthly financial documents and federal grants summaries.

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Mon Feb 27, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on resolution opposing Ohio Senate Bill 1

The Cincinnati Public Schools board will consider a resolution opposing Ohio Senate Bill 1, along with nominations to the Preschool Promise board, an alcohol waiver for a School for the Creative and Performing Arts event, and a foreign language curriculum adoption update. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, superintendent recommendations, and the treasurer's report.

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Fri Feb 24, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss new weapons/threat assessment policy

The Committee will consider an alcohol waiver for a school event, continue reviewing policies on extended learning and promotion, discuss a new weapons/threat assessment policy, and review Title IX updates. Public comment will be heard.

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Fri Feb 24, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss FY2024 budget development and property inventory

The Budget, Finance and Growth Committee will review financial reports and vendor contracts, receive district insurance and investment updates, and discuss a draft workplan. They will also consider the FY2024 budget development, including school budget post-appeals and central office budget outline, and address transportation services and vehicle purchases. A 30-minute discussion is scheduled on targeting and prioritizing CPS property inventory for maximizing operational capabilities.

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Thu Feb 23, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee discusses attendance boundaries for central, east, west corridors

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee is meeting to discuss and determine items of consensus on attendance zones for the central, east, and west corridors. They will also review school district maps and consider how audit information, such as elementary attendance and transportation data, impacts boundary decisions. The agenda includes a public hearing portion.

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Wed Feb 15, 2023

Student Achievement Committee of the Whole Meeting

Board to review mid-year superintendent evaluation progress

The Student Achievement Committee of the Whole will discuss board priorities including progress monitoring for the mid-year superintendent evaluation, strategic planning, and transportation. Presentations cover a legislative report, third-grade reading law, Walnut Hills testing, summer school updates, and a foreign language adoption update. No votes are scheduled; all items are discussions.

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Mon Feb 6, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on alcohol waiver for Fairview-Clifton school event

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board will consider a resolution requesting an alcohol-use waiver for Fairview-Clifton German Language School's Fasching event, hear a teacher recruitment presentation, and vote on superintendent recommendations. The meeting also includes committee reports on student achievement, policy, budget, health and safety, and attendance boundaries, as well as approval of prior meeting minutes.

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Sat Jan 28, 2023

Business Meeting - Work Session

Board work session on budget, strategic plan, and priorities

The Cincinnati Public Schools Board holds a work session to discuss three-month priorities, the budget, the strategic plan, governance training next steps, and progress monitoring. An executive session is scheduled for discussion of employment of a public employee or official. No final votes are anticipated; these are preparatory discussions.

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Thu Jan 26, 2023

Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee Meeting

Committee discusses attendance boundaries for Central, East, West corridors

The Ad Hoc Attendance Boundaries Committee will discuss and review corridor maps for Central, East, and West attendance boundaries, as well as the process used to determine indicators. The committee will also receive updates on the Pleasant Ridge Montessori expansion and hold open discussions on community issues such as Oakley and reasons families leave schools. Public testimony will be heard.

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Mon Jan 23, 2023

Health and Safety Committee Meeting

Health and Safety Committee to discuss school security, metal detectors, defibrillators

The Cincinnati Public Schools Health and Safety Committee is meeting to elect a committee chair, approve the 2023 meeting schedule, and review a draft workplan. They will also discuss security resources at schools, including metal detectors and defibrillators, and hear public comment.

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Mon Jan 23, 2023

Board Business Meeting

CPS board to vote on superintendent recommendations, discuss magnet changes

The board will hear a superintendent update on magnet changes, vote on superintendent recommendations, and receive a presentation on the results of a climate survey. They will also consider resolutions reappointing audit committee members and appointing a chair and vice chair. Board matters and a treasurer's report are on the agenda.

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Fri Jan 20, 2023

Budget, Finance and Growth Committee Meeting

Budget committee to discuss outsourcing, properties, transportation

The Cincinnati Public Schools Budget, Finance and Growth Committee is meeting to select a chair, set a 2023 workplan, and discuss multiple financial and operational items. Topics include insourcing vs. outsourcing resource coordinators, state regulations for school property dispositions, vendor contracts, transportation review, properties of interest (Heinhold, Old Hoffman School, Iowa Street, Jacob), and the PreSchool Promise Master Agreement.

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Fri Jan 20, 2023

Policy and Equity Committee Meeting

Policy committee to discuss extended learning, promotion, weapons policies

The Policy and Equity Committee will elect a chair, consider an alcohol waiver for Fairview's German Carnival, approve the 2023 meeting schedule and workplan, and continue discussion of three policies: Extended Learning Opportunities (2440), Promotion and Retention (5410), and Weapons (7217), including a new school threat assessment draft. The meeting is held virtually via Blue Jeans at 9:00 am.

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Wed Jan 18, 2023

Student Achievement Committee of the Whole Meeting

Committee to discuss superintendent evaluation and curriculum updates

The Cincinnati Public Schools Student Achievement Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the superintendent's evaluation monitoring schedule, curriculum updates including professional development and a program audit, and the strategic plan process. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and presentation.

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Wed Jan 11, 2023

Audit Committee Meeting

Audit Committee to review audit status and chief audit executive mid-year evaluation

The Cincinnati Public Schools Audit Committee will discuss audit status reports, evaluate the chief audit executive's mid-year performance, and receive financial updates. The committee will also consider member reappointments and elections, and discuss security matters in executive session.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

Board Business Meeting

Board to vote on new academic acceleration and graduation progression policies

The Cincinnati Board of Education will hold a business meeting with a public hearing, approval of minutes from prior meetings, and committee reports from Health and Safety, Attendance Boundaries, Policy and Equity, and Budget committees. The board will vote on resolutions to join the Ohio School Boards Association and its Legal Assistance Fund, adopt new policies on academic acceleration (5411) and individualized graduation progression (5462), and approve standing authorizations for the superintendent and treasurer. The superintendent will present an executive leadership team overview and announce retirements.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

Organizational Meeting

Board elects president, vice president and approves organization

The Cincinnati Board of Education will hold an organizational meeting to elect its president and vice president, and to administer the oath of office for the Treasurer/CFO. The meeting will also adopt the 2023 board committee structure and approve a resolution confirming the meeting’s business items.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

Tax Budget Hearing

Board to vote on modified tax budget for 2023-24

The Cincinnati Public Schools board is holding a tax budget hearing to discuss and vote on a modified tax budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The treasurer will present the budget and a report, followed by public comment and a resolution for approval.

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