Fairfax County Public Schools public meetings in 2021

School Board Meeting

The School Board will consider consent agenda items including a proposed pay structure for instructional assistants in special education, creating three levels with differential pay to address staffing shortages. The board will also vote on policy revisions for graduation requirements, student services, and a new school ambassador stipend program. Other items include reclassifying two IT support positions and approving monthly bills. The meeting includes recognitions, reports, and announcements of future meetings.

• Approval of three-tier Instructional Assistant Special Education pay structure with $2-3/hour differentials, costing $213,244.34
• Revisions to Policy 6-4.4 on graduation, standard and verified credits, and SOL requirements
• Revisions to student services policies on attendance/truancy, administering medicine, and new policy on student parking passes
• Reclassification of two Support Analyst II positions to Support Analyst III at grade 30, costing $5,352.38
• Establishing a $500 per school ambassador stipend ($10,000 total) to improve communication

The School Board approved a petition for a special election in November 2022 to fill the Scott District seat following Suzanne Sloane's resignation. The board also approved revised FY23 budget goals and a series of personnel and policy updates.

• Approved petition for November 2022 special election for Scott District seat (5-0-0)
• Approved revised FY23 Budget Goals and Calendar (5-0-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Suzanne Sloane (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 6-4.4 regarding Graduation and SOL requirements (5-0-0)
• Approved proposed pay structure for Instructional Assistants and Special Education Levels I, II, III (5-0-0)
• Approved reclassification of two Support Analyst II positions to Support Analyst III (5-0-0)
• Approved establishment of a School Ambassador Supplement (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills, payroll, and personnel recommendations (5-0-0)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes before receiving information updates on grants (including a CRRSA GEER II bus driver incentive grant), the financial management report, health insurance fund data, and a budget amendments summary. No votes on substantive items are scheduled.

• Approval of November 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on CRRSA GEER II Bus Driver Incentive Grant application
• Financial Management Report update through November 30, 2021
• Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report as of September 2021
• Summary of Budget Amendments from November 12 to December 7, 2021

School Board Closed Session

The School Board is meeting in closed session to discuss teacher discipline matters under Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711A(1). The agenda includes procedural items such as call to order, adoption of the agenda, and a motion to enter closed session. No public action or votes on specific policies are scheduled.

• Motion to convene closed session for teacher discipline matters (VA Code § 2.2-3711A(1))
• Certification of closed session proceedings
• Motion to exit closed session
• Meeting opening items: call to order, roll call, adoption of agenda, pledge of allegiance

Building Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Building Committee will approve minutes from the October 28 meeting and receive information updates on several projects. Items include the Taylor Middle School modernization, Cedar Lee Middle School expansion, security vestibule status, CMP/CASH CIP, and COVID-19 related projects involving global plasma solutions and water bottle filler stations. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2022.

• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2021 meeting
• Update on Taylor Middle School Renovation Project
• Update on Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion
• Update on security vestibule status
• Update on COVID-19 projects: Global Plasma Solution and Water Bottle Filler Stations

The committee approved the minutes from the October 28, 2021 meeting. The session primarily consisted of progress reports on school construction, facility maintenance, and budget account transitions.

• Approved minutes of October 28, 2021 meeting

Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, receive updates on grants awarded and applied for, including HVAC and ARP ESSER III set-aside grants, and review financial management reports, health insurance fund data, and a summary of budget amendments. No voting items beyond procedural approvals are scheduled.

• Update on grants awarded: Active Learning and VTSS Grants
• Update on grants applying for: HVAC and ARP ESSER III Set-Aside Grants
• Financial Management Report update for FY22 as of Oct 31, 2021
• Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report for month ending August 2021
• Summary of Budget Amendments from Oct 1 to Nov 3, 2021

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 12, 2021 meeting. Budget action forms for amendments from October to November 2021 were signed. The meeting included reports on grant awards and financial management.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 10/12/21 meeting minutes
• Signed budget action forms for amendments from October 2021 to November 2021

School Board Meeting

The School Board is meeting to act on a consent agenda that includes approving $7,538,581 in FY21 end-of-year carryover funds, with allocations for a 5% raise, reserve cash for Cedar Lee, and other uses. It will also consider two grants totaling $66,714, personnel recommendations, policy revisions, and religious exemptions.

• Approval of $7,538,581 in FY21 carryover funds, including $2,746,466 for a 5% raise and $2,000,000 for Cedar Lee reserve
• Active Learning Grant ($35,714) and VTSS Grant ($31,000) approval
• Personnel actions: 87 substitutes, 29 temporary employees, 27 coaches hired; retirements and resignations listed
• Revisions to policies adding legal references to comply with Virginia Code
• Two separate religious exemption requests voted on as consent items

The School Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved a consent agenda covering monthly bills, payroll, policy revisions, and various personnel recommendations. The board also received reports on school construction projects and budget goals for Fiscal Year 2023.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0-0)
• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (5-0-0)
• Approved policy revisions (5-0-0)
• Approved FY21 End-of-Year Carryover Funds (5-0-0)
• Approved religious exemptions 11152021.1 and 11152021.2 (5-0-0)
• Approved Active Learning and Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports grants (5-0-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for new hires, retirements, and resignations (5-0-0)

Building Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Building Committee will review and approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive informational updates on several capital projects. Topics include the Taylor Middle School renovation, Cedar Lee Middle School expansion, security vestibule installations, COVID-19-related projects (Global Plasma Solution and water bottle filler stations), and the Milestone tower at Fauquier High School. The committee will also discuss scheduling a joint November/December meeting.

• Update on Taylor Middle School Modernization Project
• Update on Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion
• Status of security vestibules
• Discussion of Global Plasma Solution and Water Bottle Filler Stations for COVID-19 safety
• Update on Milestone tower at Fauquier High School

The committee approved the September 23, 2021, meeting minutes. Members discussed ongoing renovations at Cedar Lee Middle School and Taylor Middle School, as well as the potential use of CSLFRF grant funds for HVAC and boiler projects.

• Approved September 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Put Smith second entrance project on hold until funding is secured

October 14, 2021 Personnel Committee Meeting

The Personnel Committee will discuss three personnel actions: establishing a school ambassador stipend ($500 per school, total $10,000), approving a tiered pay structure for special education instructional assistants (Level 2 stipend $1,200, Level 3 stipend $2,300, total $83,000), and reclassifying two Support Analyst II positions to Support Analyst III ($5,252). The committee will also receive the 2020-2021 turnover report. Items are for discussion and recommendation, not final decision.

• Request to establish a $500 School Ambassador supplement at each school (total $10,000)
• Proposed Instructional Assistant Special Education Levels I, II, III with stipends: Level 2 ($1,200) and Level 3 ($2,300), budget impact $83,000
• Request to reclassify two Support Analyst II positions (#2073 and #2735) to Support Analyst III (grade 30), budget $5,252
• Presentation of 2020-2021 Turnover Report

The Personnel Committee approved a School Ambassador supplement and a pay structure for Special Education Instructional Assistants Levels I, II, and III. The committee also approved the reclassification of two Support Analyst II positions to Support Analyst III. These items and the 2020-2021 Turnover Report will be added to the November 15, 2021 School Board Agenda.

• Approved request to establish a School Ambassador supplement
• Approved pay structure for Instructional Assistants, Special Education Levels I, II, and III
• Approved reclassification of two Support Analyst II positions to Support Analyst III

Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee will approve prior meeting minutes and then receive informational updates on student enrollment as of September 30, 2021, grants, the monthly financial management report, the health insurance fund, and a summary of budget amendments for August–September 2021. No votes on substantive policy or spending items are scheduled.

• Enrollment update as of September 30, 2021
• Update on PATH Foundation grant agreement for Greenville
• Monthly financial management report for FY22 through September 30
• Health insurance fund and claims data report as of July 30, 2021
• Summary of budget amendments from August 1 to September 30, 2021

The committee reviewed enrollment increases and financial reports for the operating, grant, textbook, and nutrition funds. Budget amendments from August 1 to September 30, 2021, were signed. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 09/13/21 meeting minutes
• Approved budget action forms for amendments from August 1, 2021 to September 30, 2021

School Board Meeting

The Fairfax County School Board will consider a consent agenda that includes advisory committee appointments, personnel policy revisions, a PATH grant to Greenville Elementary, and a bus staffing incentive plan. The most significant item is the approval of FY21 end‑of‑year carryover funds, totaling $7,538,581, to be re‑appropriated across several fund categories for FY 2022. Additional items include wage increases for bus drivers and aides and an attendance bonus. The meeting also features routine reports and a special recognition of Disability Awareness poster winners.

• Approve FY21 End‑of‑Year Carryover Funds re‑appropriation ($7,538,581 total across multiple funds)
• Approve PATH grant of $8,000 to Greenville Elementary School for a book‑vending machine
• Approve bus driver minimum wage increase to $20/hr, aide increase to $15/hr, and a $10/day attendance bonus
• Approve revisions to personnel policies (EEO, ethics, teacher evaluation, cultural competency)
• Approve 2021‑22 Gifted and Special Education Advisory Committee memberships

The School Board approved a consent agenda including personnel recommendations, policy revisions, and school bus staff incentives. The board also received reports on student enrollment, academic achievement, and current staffing vacancies.

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel recommendations, policy revisions, and PATH Grant (5-0-0)
• Approved school bus staff incentives (5-0-0)
• Approved reclassification of FRESH Volunteer & Club Coordinator to Special Projects and Event Coordinator (5-0-0)
• Approved reclassification of Activities Coordinator Supplement to Lead Athletic Director Supplement (5-0-0)
• Approved Gifted Education and Special Education Advisory Committee memberships (5-0-0)
• Approved end-of-year carryover funds (5-0-0)
• Appointed Dave Graham as Assistant Superintendent for Administration

School Board Work Session

The School Board will receive annual reports from advisory committees on gifted education, Title I, special education, and career and technical education. They will also hear updates on staffing shortages for bus drivers and custodians, along with potential incentives to recruit and retain employees. Additionally, the board will consider a request to establish a local panel for performance assessments under the School Division of Innovation designation and a shift in senior staff responsibilities.

• Receive 2020-21 Gifted Education Report
• Receive 2020-21 Title I and Family Engagement Report
• Receive Special Education Advisory Committee Report
• Hear update on school bus driver and aide shortage and potential incentives
• Hear update on custodial staff shortage and potential incentives

The School Board adopted the meeting agenda. Members discussed proposed salary increases for bus drivers and custodial staff to address staffing shortages, though no vote was taken on the custodial pay increase.

• Adopted agenda as written (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Building Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Building Committee will receive updates on several capital projects, including the Taylor Middle School modernization and Cedar Lee Middle School expansion, as well as reports on security vestibules, COVID-19 safety measures, and utility costs. The committee also plans to approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Update on Taylor Middle School Modernization Project
• Update on Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion
• COVID-19 projects: Global Plasma Solution for indoor air quality and water bottle filler stations
• Utilities Comparison Report for May-July 2021 vs 2019 and 2020
• Milestone tower update at Fauquier High School

The committee reviewed progress on school construction projects, including Taylor Middle School and Cedar Lee Middle School. Members discussed air quality studies, utility savings, and the potential outsourcing of low voltage tech positions. No new votes were recorded other than the approval of previous minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 26, 2021 meeting

Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the August 9, 2021 meeting. It will receive a financial management report for June 30, 2021, a health‑insurance fund and claims data report for the same date, and a summary of budget amendments covering June 1 – August 31, 2021. The committee will also set the next meeting for October 11, 2021.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of August 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Financial Management Report Update – June 30, 2021
• Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report – June 30, 2021
• Summary of Budget Amendments June 1 – August 31, 2021

School Board Meeting

The School Board will consider approving several policy revisions to comply with new state laws and will receive two requests to reclassify positions: the Activities Coordinator supplement (increase from $5,000 to $10,000) and the FRESH Volunteer & Club Coordinator to Special Projects and Event Coordinator. The consent agenda includes minutes, payroll, and personnel recommendations.

• Revisions to Policy 1-6.1 (Regular School Board Meetings) due to HB 1931/SB 1271
• Revisions to Policy 3-3.5 (Purchasing) due to HB 1811
• Revisions to instructional and support services policies due to state legislation
• Request to reclassify Activities Coordinator supplement to Lead Athletic Director (increase from $5,000 to $10,000)
• Request to reclassify FRESH Volunteer & Club Coordinator to FRESH Special Projects and Event Coordinator

The School Board approved a consent agenda including monthly bills, payroll, and various policy revisions. The board also approved several new hires and personnel recommendations. No action was taken on the requests to reclassify the Activities Coordinator or FRESH Volunteer positions.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes from August 9 and August 13, 2021 (5-0-0)
• Approved Religious Exemption 9132021.1 (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Bylaws Policy 1-6.1, Business Policy 3-3.5, and Instructional and Support Services Policies (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (5-0-0)
• Approved hiring 8 teachers, 1 speech and language pathologist, 1 office associate, 1 budget analyst, 14 instructional assistants, 3 food service associates, 3 bus drivers, 1 bus aide, and 1 custodian (5-0-0)

Building Committee Meeting

The Building Committee will approve minutes from July 22 and then receive updates on several school construction projects: Taylor Middle School modernization, Cedar Lee Middle School expansion, security vestibules, and the CMP/CASH CIP. The committee will also discuss COVID-19 safety projects including indoor air quality with Global Plasma Solution and water bottle filler stations, and a proposed Milestone tower site.

• Taylor Middle School modernization project update
• Cedar Lee Middle School expansion update
• Security vestibule status update
• COVID-19 projects: Global Plasma Solution for indoor air quality and water bottle filler stations
• Proposed Milestone tower site discussion

The committee approved a proposal from Downey Scott to evaluate 17 schools for a 10-year Capital Improvement Plan. Members also agreed to schedule a groundbreaking ceremony for Cedar Lee Middle School in mid-September.

• Approved $58,129.70 Downey Scott proposal to evaluate 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2021 meeting after correction
• Agreed to schedule Cedar Lee Middle School groundbreaking for mid-September
• Agreed to leave polished aluminum frames at HM Pearson unpainted and close the purchase order

School Board Work Session

The School Board will receive information on Governor Northam's August 12, 2021 Public Health Order requiring universal masking in K-12 schools. This is an information item only; no action is scheduled. The meeting is a work session with procedural items including call to order and adjournment.

• Public Health Order to Require Universal Masking in K-12 Schools (information item)

The School Board held a work session to discuss a state Public Health Order requiring masks for all students, staff, and visitors in K-12 schools and on buses. Board members noted that the order includes exceptions for medical conditions, religious objections, and specific IEP or 504 plans. Staff will provide an opt-out form for parents.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0-0)

August 12, 2021 Personnel Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Personnel Committee will consider two reclassification requests. The first proposes changing the Activities Coordinator supplement to a Lead Athletic Director supplement and raising the supplement from $5,000 to $10,000. The second proposes reclassifying the FRESH Volunteer & Club Coordinator position to a FRESH Special Projects and Event Coordinator, a one‑year grant‑funded role with a budget impact of $12,197 including benefits. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Reclassify Activities Coordinator supplement to Lead Athletic Director supplement; increase supplement to $10,000 (additional $5,000 budget impact).
• Reclassify FRESH Volunteer & Club Coordinator to FRESH Special Projects and Event Coordinator; budget impact $12,197 with benefits, funded by FRESH Grant.

The Personnel Committee approved the reclassification of two specific staff roles. These changes will be added to the September 13, 2021, School Board Agenda as information items. The committee also discussed a Central Office reorganization.

• Approved reclassifying Activities Coordinator supplement to Lead Athletic Director supplement
• Approved reclassifying grant-funded FRESH Volunteer & Club Coordinator to FRESH Special Projects and Event Coordinator

School Board Meeting

The Fauquier County School Board will vote on the superintendent's contract after a closed session. The board will also receive updates on face mask policy for the 2021-22 school year, review the crisis management plan, and consider policy revisions. A consent agenda includes personnel recommendations, approval of monthly bills and payroll, and a $30,000 grant for Cedar Lee Middle School.

• Action on superintendent's contract
• Face mask updates for 2021-22 school year
• Jobs for Virginia Graduates Grant of $30,000 for Cedar Lee Middle School
• Personnel recommendations including 11 teachers and 35 instructional assistants
• Revisions to support services and instructional policies

The School Board approved a consent agenda including monthly bills, payroll, and various personnel hires and resignations. The Board also reviewed a face mask update that recommends masks but leaves the final decision to parents and students.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved June 14 and June 18, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (5-0-0)
• Approved Jobs for Virginia Graduates Grant (5-0-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for new hires, retirements, resignations, and one release (5-0-0)
• Voted to enter closed session to evaluate the Superintendent (5-0-0)
• Voted to amend the agenda to add the Superintendent's proposed employment contract (5-0-0)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee will meet to approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes. The committee will then receive information on a Jobs for Virginia Graduates (JVG) Grant and reports on the Health Insurance Fund and Claims Data as of May 2021 and a summary of budget amendments for July 2021. The financial management report update for June 30, 2021, is postponed to the September meeting.

• Jobs for Virginia Graduates (JVG) Grant information
• Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report as of May 31, 2021
• Summary of Budget Amendments for July 1–31, 2021
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 12, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for September 13, 2021

Building Committee Meeting

The Building Committee will approve minutes from June 16 and receive updates on several school modernization and expansion projects, including Taylor Middle School renovation and Cedar Lee expansion. They will also discuss security vestibules, the CMP/CASH CIP budget, and COVID-19-related safety projects such as air quality improvements and water bottle filler stations. A proposed Milestone tower site is also on the agenda for information.

• Update on Taylor Middle School Renovation Project
• Update on Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion
• Status of security vestibules discussed
• COVID-19 projects: Global Plasma Solution for indoor air quality and water bottle filler stations
• Proposed Milestone tower site presented

The committee approved the use of CMP funds to cover a $6,000 gap for security cameras at the FHS outdoor lab and authorized the removal of desks at Greenville to create a STEM room. Members also reviewed the signed contract for Cedar Lee Middle School and discussed a $662,000 state security grant request.

• Approved June 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved use of CMP funds to cover $6,000 balance for FHS outdoor lab security cameras
• Approved building alteration to remove desks for Greenville STEM room
• Signed contract for Cedar Lee Middle School

Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the June 14, 2021 meeting. It will receive information on grant funding allocations under the American Rescue Plan. The committee will also get updates on the June 30, 2021 financial management report, the April 30, 2021 health insurance fund and claims data report, and a summary of budget amendments for June 15‑30, 2021. Finally, the next meeting date (August 9, 2021) will be set.

• Approval of agenda (action item)
• Approval of June 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Information on grants – Preliminary IDEA ARP funding allocations for FY 2021
• Financial Management Report update as of June 30, 2021
• Summary of budget amendments for June 15‑June 30, 2021

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 14, 2021. Members reviewed grant funding and health insurance reports, and discussed upcoming track repairs at Kettle Run High School.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 06/14/21 meeting minutes

School Board Meeting

The Fairfax County School Board will adopt the agenda and approve the consent agenda items, including minutes, payroll, personnel changes, the Carl Perkins grant, a $3,277,546.69 CRRSA ESSER II State Set‑Aside Fund grant, and $623,595.99 IDEA ARP funding. The board will also receive informational updates on VMPI Math Pathways, the STARTALK program, student services policy changes, and bylaws revisions.

• Approve $3,277,546.69 CRRSA ESSER II State Set‑Aside Fund Grant
• Approve $623,595.99 IDEA American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding allocations
• Approve Carl Perkins Grant for Career and Technical Education programs
• Adopt personnel recommendations (new hires, retirements, resignations, releases)
• Approve minutes from the June 14 and June 18, 2021 School Board meetings

The School Board approved revisions to the Student Wellness Policy to include state-required Smart Snacks. The board also approved a consent agenda covering monthly bills, payroll, several grants, and various personnel recommendations.

• Approved revisions to Policy 7-5.7, Student Wellness (4-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (4-0-0)
• Approved Carl Perkins Grant (4-0-0)
• Approved CRRSA ESSER II State Set-Aside Fund Grant (4-0-0)
• Approved IDEA American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act Funding Allocations (4-0-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations including 42 new teachers and 1 assistant principal (4-0-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0-0)

Special School Board Meeting

The Fauquier County School Board is meeting to consider three action items: authorizing $127,380 for electrical replacement at Fauquier High School after a June 9 power outage, approving $287,050 for repair of Kettle Run High School track, and endorsing the lowest bidder for the Cedar Lee Middle School construction project. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss a public contract and consult with legal counsel on student policies.

• $127,380 authorization for Fauquier High School electrical replacement
• $287,050 for Kettle Run High School track repair
• Cedar Lee Middle School project: board to endorse lowest bidder to county and send letter of intent
• Closed session to discuss award of a public contract (Virginia Code 2.2-3711A(29))
• Closed session for legal consultation on pending student policies (Virginia Code 2.2-3711A(8))

The School Board authorized fund transfers for electrical repairs at Fauquier High School and track repairs at Kettle Run High School. The Board also selected Taft Construction Incorporated as the lowest bidder for the Cedar Lee Middle School project.

• Approved transfer of funds for Fauquier High School electrical replacement (5-0-0)
• Approved transfer of funds for Kettle Run High School track repair (5-0-0)
• Approved Taft Construction Incorporated as lowest bidder for Cedar Lee Middle School project (5-0-0)
• Authorized Chairman to send letter of intent to Taft Construction Incorporated (5-0-0)
• Adopted agenda (5-0-0)

Building Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Building Committee will meet on June 16, 2021, to receive updates and take action on several school facility projects. Items include an update on the ABM ESSCO project, the Taylor Middle School renovation, and a bid review for the Cedar Lee Middle School expansion. The committee will also discuss COVID-19 safety projects, a cell tower placement at Thompson Elementary, and utility comparisons. The meeting begins with approval of minutes from the April 22nd meeting.

• Approve minutes from April 22, 2021 Building Committee meeting
• Receive update and review bids on Cedar Lee Middle School expansion
• Discuss placement of a cell tower on Thompson Elementary site
• Update on COVID-19 safety projects: supplies, custodians, air quality, water bottle stations
• Discussion of utilities comparison for February through April 2021

The Building Committee decided against installing a cell tower at Thompson due to deed restrictions and community opposition. The committee approved a building alteration for a reading path at Brumfield Elementary and a $149,000 cafeteria equipment overhaul at Fauquier High School.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2021 meeting
• Decided not to move forward with cell tower at Thompson
• Approved building alteration form for walking and reading path at Brumfield Elementary
• Approved $149,000 cafeteria equipment overhaul at Fauquier High School
• Confirmed FHS expansion tank project is 100% complete

Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee will meet to receive information on athletic budgets and grants, including specific contribution agreements. The committee will also review the FY 2021 Financial Management Report, a Health Insurance Fund update, and a summary of budget amendments. The meeting is largely informational with no voting items beyond approving the agenda and prior minutes.

• Information item on athletic budgets for FY 2021
• Grants update including FCPS Let's Volunteer Day Contribution Agreement, SSTG Fauquier Co grant, and No Kid Hungry agreement
• FY 2021 Financial Management Report as of May 31, 2021
• Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report through March 31, 2021
• Summary of budget amendments from May 11 to June 14, 2021

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 10, 2021. Members reviewed financial reports, grant funding, and budget amendments, including a deposit for a tower lease.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 05/10/21 meeting minutes

School Board Meeting

The School Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of personnel recommendations, monthly bills, and several grants. They will also recognize state champion teams and receive financial and human resources reports. The board will vote on the adoption of the agenda and any items may be removed at a member's request.

• Approval of personnel recommendations: 813 teacher reappointments, plus new hires, retirements, and resignations
• No Kid Hungry Local Funding Grant for $21,000 to offset summer school meals expenses
• Supplemental Secondary Transition State Funding Grant for $1,862
• Resolution recognizing Superintendent Dr. Jeck as Virginia Superintendent of the Year
• 2021-22 Title I, II, III, IV ESSA grant application presented for information and potential action

The School Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved a consent agenda including monthly bills, payroll, several grants, and extensive personnel recommendations. The board also received reports on a $5.6 million budget amendment for employee compensation and updates on the Cedar Lee Middle School expansion.

• Adopted agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved May 10, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (5-0-0)
• Approved VASS and VSBA Superintendent of the Year Resolution (5-0-0)
• Approved Supplemental Secondary Transition State Funding Grant (5-0-0)
• Approved No Kid Hungry Local Funding Grant (5-0-0)
• Approved Let's Volunteer PATH Foundation Grant (5-0-0)
• Approved 2021-22 Title I Regional Program Agreement and ESSA Grants (5-0-0)

June 10, 2021 Personnel Committee Meeting

The Personnel Committee will review two staffing requests. The first would establish a K-2 Autism Teacher and two Instructional Assistants at P.B. Smith Elementary School due to increased enrollment, with a budget impact of $142,400 from Title 6-B. The second would convert a Certification and Recruitment Administrator position into an HR Generalist and an HR Technician at no additional budget cost. The meeting is informational; no votes are scheduled.

• Request to establish one full-time K-2 Autism Teacher and two full-time K-2 Instructional Assistants at P.B. Smith Elementary ($142,400 from Title 6-B)
• Request to convert Certification and Recruitment Administrator (position #2060) into one HR Generalist and one HR Technician (no budget impact, funded by vacancy savings)

The Personnel Committee unanimously approved the creation of three positions for K-2 autism support and the conversion of one administrator role into two HR positions. Both sets of changes will be added to the June 14, 2021, School Board Agenda as information items.

• Approved establishment of one full-time K-2 Autism Teacher position (unanimous)
• Approved establishment of two full-time K-2 Instructional Assistant positions (unanimous)
• Approved conversion of Certification and Recruitment Administrator position to one full-time HR Generalist and one full-time HR Technician position (unanimous)

May 13, 2021 Personnel Committee Meeting

The Personnel Committee will consider two requests: increasing ESL teacher positions at Greenville Elementary and Marshall Middle School to meet Title III compliance, costing $34,525; and extending the Lead Instructional Coach & Mentor Coordinator position from 11 to 12 months to allow summer planning, costing $16,200. Both costs are covered by general funds.

• Increase ESL teacher at Greenville Elementary from 0.5 to 0.75 FTE
• Increase ESL teacher at Marshall Middle from 0.75 to 1.0 FTE
• Total cost for ESL increases: $34,525 with benefits
• Extend Instructional Coach & Mentor Coordinator from 11 to 12 months
• Cost for coordinator extension: $16,200 with benefits

The Personnel Committee unanimously approved increasing the full-time equivalency for ESL teacher positions at Greenville Elementary and Marshall Middle. The committee also unanimously approved extending the Lead Instructional Coach & Mentor Coordinator position from 11 to 12 months.

• Approved increase of ESL Teacher position at Greenville Elementary from .5 FTE to 1.0 (unanimous)
• Approved increase of ESL Teacher position at Marshall Middle from .75 FTE to 1.0 (unanimous)
• Approved increase of Lead Instructional Coach & Mentor Coordinator from 11 months to 12 months (unanimous)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee will receive information on grants, non-resident tuition, the athletic budget, and budget amendments adopted by the Virginia General Assembly. The committee will also review the FY2021 Financial Management Report and health insurance fund data. All items are informational; no votes are scheduled.

• Information on budget amendments from 2020 Special Session I to the 2020-2022 biennial budget
• Information on non-resident tuition methodology for FY22
• Report on Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data as of February 28, 2021
• FY2021 Financial Management Report as of April 30, 2021
• Summary of budget amendments from April 13 to May 10, 2021

The Finance Committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 12, 2021 meeting. The committee signed two budget amendments to fund a bus purchase and Chromebooks via the Cares ESSER II Grant.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 4/12/21 meeting minutes
• Approved budget amendment for Cares ESSER II Grant for Chromebooks
• Approved budget amendment for transportation fund transfer to fund a bus purchase

School Board Meeting

The School Board will review non-resident tuition rates for the 2021-2022 school year. Additionally, the board is considering the establishment of two full-time, grant-funded staff positions.

• Adoption of $10,073 annual non-resident tuition rate for 2021-2022
• Establishment of Virtual Academy Program Coordinator position ($112,187.00 with benefits)
• Establishment of Student, Family, and Community Engagement Supervisor position
• Recognition of Kettle Run Model UN Team
• Recognition of National Board Certified Teachers: Lisa Jones, France ter Weele, and Wendy Miller

The School Board approved the annual non-resident tuition rate for the 2021-2022 school year. The board also approved a consent agenda covering payroll and personnel changes, and established a grant-funded Virtual Academy Program Coordinator position.

• Adopted annual non-resident tuition rate of $10,073 for 2021-2022 (5-0-0)
• Approved Virtual Academy Program Coordinator position (5-0-0)
• Approved April 12, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (5-0-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for new hires, retirements, and resignations (5-0-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0-0)

Building Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Building Committee will receive updates on the Taylor Middle School renovation, Cedar Lee Middle School expansion, and security vestibule installations. They will also discuss COVID-19 safety items including supplies, indoor air quality, and water bottle filler stations. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a roundtable discussion.

• Update on Taylor Middle School Modernization Project
• Update on Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion
• Update on security vestibule status
• Discussion of COVID-19 projects: supplies, Global Plasma Solution for indoor air quality, water bottle filler stations
• Update on Fauquier High School expansion tank replacement

The committee approved the March 25, 2021, meeting minutes. Members agreed to begin the process of obtaining a firm quote for traffic improvements at PBS. The committee also discussed various facility updates, including security vestibules and COVID-19 supply management.

• Approved March 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Agreed to begin process and get firm quote for traffic work at PBS
• Approved $1,200 for concrete walkway at FHS emergency exit

School Board Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County School Board Finance Committee meets to receive information on the American Rescue Plan ESSER III grant, CARES ESSRII grant, and Claude Moore Scholars Grant. The committee also reviews adopted budget amendments from the 2020 Special Session I General Assembly to the 2020-2022 biennial budget, and reports on FY 2021 financial status and health insurance fund. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for information.

• Information on American Rescue Plan ESSER III grant (90% LEA awards)
• Summary of budget amendments adopted by 2020 Special Session I General Assembly to 2020-2022 biennial budget
• Claude Moore Scholars Grant award letter and Pharmacy Tech Proposal
• FY 2021 Financial Management Report as of March 31, 2021
• Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report for month ending January 31, 2021

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 8, 2021, meeting. Members reviewed grant awards, budget amendments, and financial reports. No substantive policy or spending decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 3/08/2021 meeting minutes

School Board Meeting

The Fauquier County School Board will consider approving the American Rescue Plan Federal Funding Grant ($5,899,549.94), the CARES ESSER II Grant ($2,626,858.01), and the Claude Moore Scholars Grant ($141,192.00) as part of its consent agenda. The board will also hear the FY 2022 Superintendent's Adopted Budget of $151,473,662 for school operations, though no vote is scheduled on the budget at this meeting. Other business includes recognizing the Teacher of the Year and Principal of the Year, and approving personnel actions, monthly bills, and the Special Education Annual Plan.

• American Rescue Plan grant approval for $5,899,549.94 to offset COVID-19 expenses
• CARES ESSER II grant approval for $2,626,858.01 to offset COVID-19 expenses
• Claude Moore Scholars Grant approval for $141,192.00 to support Pharmacy Tech Program
• FY 2022 Superintendent's Adopted Budget of $151,473,662 presented for information
• Special Education Annual Plan for 2021-2022 submitted for approval

The School Board approved the FY2022 budget and established a new Construction Manager position. They also approved an enhanced health insurance credit for non-teacher retirees and passed a consent agenda including various grants and personnel changes.

• Adopted FY2022 Budget and Resolution for $151,473,662 (5-0-0)
• Approved establishment of CIP-funded Construction Manager position (5-0-0)
• Approved Enhanced Health Insurance Credit for non-teacher retirees (5-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda including monthly bills, payroll, and grants (4-0-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations including 437 school temporaries (4-0-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0-0)

April 8, 2021 Personnel Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Personnel Committee will discuss and consider several personnel items. These include requests to establish a grant-funded Program Coordinator for a virtual academy and a permanent Construction Manager, approve an enhanced health insurance credit for non-teacher retirees, and discuss FY22 pay increases. The committee makes recommendations; final decisions occur at a later board meeting.

• Request to establish a full-time grant-funded Program Coordinator (1 year, $112,187 with benefits) for a virtual learning program
• Request to establish a full-time permanent Construction Manager ($116,784 with benefits) in the Facilities Department
• Request to approve an Enhanced Health Insurance Credit for non-teacher retirees ($1.00 per year of service, costing $9,199.49 annually, irrevocable if elected)
• Discussion of pay increases for fiscal year 2022

The Personnel Committee approved the creation of three full-time positions and a health insurance credit for non-teacher retirees. These items will be added to the April 12, 2021, School Board Agenda as information items.

• Approved establishment of a full-time grant funded Program Coordinator position for one year
• Approved establishment of a full-time Engagement Coordinator position
• Approved establishment of a full-time permanent Construction Manager position
• Approved Enhanced Health Insurance Credit through the Virginia Retirement System for non-teacher retirees

Building Committee Meeting

The Building Committee will receive updates on several school capital projects, including the Taylor Middle School modernization, Cedar Lee Middle School expansion, security vestibule installations, and COVID-19 safety measures. They will also consider approval of the February 25, 2021 meeting minutes. No formal votes are expected on action items.

• Approval of February 25, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Taylor Middle School Renovation Project
• Update on Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion
• Status update on security vestibule installations
• Discussion of COVID-19 projects (supplies, indoor air quality, water bottle filler stations)

The committee approved an agreement with C-Power and endorsed proposed traffic flow changes at PBS and CES. Members also reviewed COVID-19 supply budgets and updates on school facility renovations.

• Approved minutes of February 25, 2021 meeting
• Approved Mr. Edwards to sign C-Power 'load shed' program agreement
• Approved proposed traffic flow changes at PBS and CES
• Amended state security grant for TMS to fund cameras instead of a vestibule

School Board Work Session

The School Board will receive information on a proposed standalone Virtual Academy, review the 2021-2022 Special Education Annual Plan for potential approval at the April 12 meeting, and consider granting an underground utility easement to VDOT for Kettle Run High School. An update on communication efforts and a resolution related to Cedar Lee Middle School borrowing are also on the agenda.

• Review of 2021-2022 Special Education Annual Plan for approval at April 12 School Board Meeting (federal funding requirement)
• Information on proposed FCPS Virtual Academy (standalone virtual learning program)
• Update on Communication Scorecard (crisis communication stats from March 2020–March 2021)
• Board of Supervisors resolution for official intent to reimburse Cedar Lee Middle School renovation costs via VPSA bond issuance
• Action to approve granting underground utility easement to VDOT for Kettle Run High School (Verizon, Comcast, NOVEC)

The School Board approved a resolution to grant the Virginia Department of Transportation an underground utility easement on Kettle Run High School property. The board also discussed a proposed stand-alone virtual learning academy and the 2021-2022 Special Education Annual Plan.

• Approved resolution for VDOT underground utility easement at Kettle Run High School (5-0-0)
• Adopted amended agenda (5-0-0)

March 11, 2021 Personnel Committee Meeting

The Personnel Committee is considering approval of loyalty bonuses for 194 employees in SY19-20 ($48,588.20) and 251 in SY20-21 ($47,589.80), with a combined cost of $96,178 covered by vacancy savings. The agenda also includes adoption of the meeting agenda and scheduling the next meeting for April 8, 2021.

• Request to approve loyalty bonuses totaling $96,178 for SY19-20 and SY20-21, funded through vacancy savings

The committee met to review meeting minutes and discuss loyalty bonuses for school years 2019-20 and 2020-21. No School Board action was required regarding the bonuses.

• Approved meeting minutes from January 14, 2021
• Discussed loyalty bonuses for SY19-20 and SY20-21 (no School Board action necessary)

School Board Meeting

The School Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes policy revisions and personnel actions, and will receive information on a $19 million bond resolution for the Cedar Lee Middle School renovation project, a new carpentry pilot course, and CARES Act spending overviews.

• Bond resolution for Cedar Lee Middle School renovation up to $19,000,000
• Revisions to Policy 7-3.4 on use of physical restraint and seclusion
• New pilot high school course in Carpentry for 2021-22 school year
• Overview of CARES Act grant expenditures from March to December 2020
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes, monthly bills, and personnel recommendations (new hires, retirements, resignations)

The School Board authorized a bond application for the Cedar Lee Middle School renovation and approved a VDOT utility easement at Kettle Run High School. The board also adopted a Youth Art Month resolution and updated policies regarding mechanical and physical restraints.

• Approved bond resolution for Cedar Lee Middle School renovation not to exceed $19,000,000 (5-0-0)
• Authorized VDOT underground utility easement at Kettle Run High School (5-0-0)
• Adopted Youth Art Month Resolution (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 7-3.4 regarding Use of Mechanical and Physical Restraint (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Instructional Policies (5-0-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for new hires, retirements, and resignations (5-0-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0-0)

School Board Finance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Finance Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. It will receive a CARES funding update and several financial reports, including the FY 2021 financial management report, health‑insurance fund data, utility report, and a summary of recent budget amendments. No formal decisions or votes on policy items are listed.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of February 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• CARES Funding Update
• FY 2021 Financial Management Report (Feb 28, 2021)
• Summary of Budget Amendments (Feb 9–Mar 5, 2021)

The committee reviewed reports on CARES funding, financial management, health insurance claims, and utilities. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 2/08/2021 meeting minutes

Building Committee Meeting

The FCPS Building Committee will receive status updates on several school construction and renovation projects, including Taylor Middle School and Cedar Lee Middle School. Members will also review facility safety measures, quarterly utility usage, and a VDOT easement request on Rouges Rd and Academic Ave. These updates track capital improvement spending and school infrastructure planning that affects campus operations. The meeting includes routine approval of January minutes and a roundtable discussion.

• Taylor Middle School Modernization Project status update
• Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion status update
• VDOT easement request on Rouges Rd and Academic Ave
• Quarterly utility usage comparison (2019-2020 vs 2020-2021)
• COVID-19 safety updates including indoor air quality and water bottle stations

The committee approved sending a VDOT utilities easement request on Rouges Rd. to the full Board for approval and agreed to proceed with the C-Power load shed program. Members also agreed to retain three ABM custodians for roaming and filling in. A request for a $48,000 energy management system was deferred pending a full quote for all schools.

• Approved January 28, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved sending VDOT utilities easement on Rouges Rd. to full Board for approval
• Approved proceeding with C-Power load shed program
• Approved retaining 3 ABM custodians for roaming and filling in
• Tabled energy management system purchase pending full quote for all schools

School Board Meeting and Public Hearing

The School Board will hold a public hearing on the Superintendent's Proposed Budget for FY 2022. They will also receive an update on a four-day in-person learning plan and consider approving the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school year calendars. Additionally, the board will discuss policies on Citizen's Time and agenda preparation.

• Public hearing on Superintendent's Proposed Budget for FY 2022
• Update on four-day in-person learning plan
• Proposed approval of 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school year calendars
• Discussion of Citizen's Time policy (Policy 1-6.8)
• Discussion of Agenda Preparation policy (Policy 1-6.2)

The School Board approved a plan to return students to in-person learning four days per week, starting March 15 for K-5 and April 6 for grades 6-12. The Board also approved the school year calendars for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023.

• Approved four-day in-person learning plan (5-0-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 School Year Calendars (5-0-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0-0)
• Agreed to move 'Citizens' Time' to follow 'Information Items' on future agendas
• Revised 'Order of Business' wording in Policy 1-6.2

School Board Finance Committee Meeting

The School Board Finance Committee will meet to approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes, then receive three informational reports: the FY 2021 Financial Management Report as of January 31, 2021, the Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report as of November 30, 2020, and a summary of budget amendments from January 12 through February 5, 2021. No votes on policy or spending are scheduled.

• Approval of January 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• FY 2021 Financial Management Report – January 31, 2021
• Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report – November 30, 2020
• Summary of Budget Amendments January 12 through February 5, 2021

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. Members reviewed CARES funding, financial management, health insurance claims, and utility reports. No substantive budget amendments requiring board signatures were processed.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 2/08/2021 meeting minutes

School Board Meeting

The School Board will meet to consider the Superintendent's proposed FY 2022 budget, approve consent agenda items including personnel recommendations and a policy revision, and receive information on proposed school year calendars for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023. The board will also review revisions to policies on parental involvement and use of restraint. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for February 22.

• Superintendent's Proposed FY 2022 Budget for discussion and preliminary feedback
• Revision to Policy 2-3.7 on Parental Involvement in Education (consent agenda)
• Revision to Policy 7-3.4 on Use of Mechanical and Physical Restraint (information item)
• Personnel Recommendations including new hires, retirements, resignations
• Proposed 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 School Year Calendars with survey results

The School Board approved the consent agenda, including personnel changes and policy revisions. Dr. Jeck proposed a phased return to four-day face-to-face instruction starting March 15, 2021, pending survey results and staffing. The Board also discussed a $17,985,000 bond request for the Cedar Lee project.

• Adopted agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved January 5 and January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 2-3.7, Parental Involvement in Education (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions/additions to Student Services Policies (5-0-0)
• Approved appointment of Keith Nailor to Special Education Advisory Committee (5-0-0)
• Approved personnel recommendations for new hires, retirements, resignations, and releases (5-0-0)

Building Committee Meeting

The Building Committee will receive updates on several school building projects, including the Taylor Middle School modernization, Cedar Lee expansion, and Fauquier High School green initiative. They will also hear about COVID-19 safety projects, security vestibules, and the sale of Midland property. The meeting includes approval of the December 10, 2020 minutes.

• Update on Taylor Middle School Renovation Project
• Update on Fauquier High School Green Initiative Retention System
• Update on Cedar Lee Middle School Expansion
• Update on security vestibules
• Discussion of COVID-19 projects: supplies, air quality, water bottle stations, CARES grants

The committee approved a one-year power conservation program to potentially earn $19,000. Members also approved the December 10, 2020 meeting minutes and noted the settlement of the Midland Property sale on January 22, 2021.

• Approved minutes of December 10, 2020 meeting
• Approved participation in C-Power load shed program
• Approved new lease agreement for Milestone Tower

School Board Special Meeting and Work Session

The Fairfax County Public Schools Board will hear the superintendent’s FY 2022 proposed budget. It will also receive the 2019‑2020 turnover and recruitment report and the district’s Learning Loss Plan. A special presentation will recognize principals for Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week. No formal decisions beyond agenda adoption are listed.

• Presentation of FY 2022 Proposed Budget by Superintendent Dr. David Jeck
• Receipt of 2019‑2020 Turnover Report and Recruitment Information for 2021 (HR Director Janelle Downes)
• Receipt of the FCPS Learning Loss Plan (Deputy Superintendent Major Warner and Director of Instruction Amy Acors)
• Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week video presentation
• Adoption of agenda (action item)

The School Board held a work session to review the FY 2022 Proposed Budget and a report on staff turnover and recruitment. Administration detailed a plan to use $2.6 million in CARES funding to address pandemic-related learning loss through after-school support and summer school. No substantive votes were taken other than the adoption of the agenda and adjournment.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0-0)

January 14, 2021 Personnel Committee Meeting

The Personnel Committee will receive presentations on the Transportation Department structure review, workforce status, recruitment for 2021, and employee turnover. The committee is also asked to approve temporary contact tracing support. The next meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2021.

• Presentation on Transportation Department Structure Review
• Presentation on Workforce Status
• Presentation on Recruitment 2021
• Presentation on Examining Employee Turnover
• Request to approve Temporary Contact Tracing Support

The Personnel Committee approved the December 10, 2020 meeting minutes. Members reviewed reports on workforce status, recruitment, and employee turnover, and discussed the transportation department structure.

• Approved meeting minutes from December 10, 2020
• Tabled review of Senior Lead Driver position to coming months
• Requested 2021 Recruitment schedule be added to January 26, 2021 Work Session
• Requested 2019-2020 Turnover Report be added to January 26, 2021 Work Session

School Board Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will review the December 31, 2020 FY 2021 Financial Management Report, the October 2020 Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report, and a summary of budget amendments from December 10 through January 10, 2020. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes from December 14, 2020 and scheduling the next meeting for February 8, 2021.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes from December 14, 2020
• Review of FY 2021 Financial Management Report as of December 31, 2020
• Review of Health Insurance Fund & Claims Data Report for October 31, 2020
• Review of Summary of Budget Amendments from December 10, 2020 through January 10, 2020
• Next meeting scheduled for February 8, 2021

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 14, 2020. Members reviewed the Financial Management Report as of December 31, 2020, and a health insurance claims report from September 2020. No budget amendments were presented.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved 12/14/2020 meeting minutes

School Board Meeting

The School Board will consider a consent agenda including the 2021-2026 Local Plan for the Gifted, policy revisions on nondiscrimination and staff conduct, and personnel recommendations. Informational reports cover an ABM Building Services ESCO project update, emergency changes to SOL testing, the Second Step Program, and new pilot courses at Liberty High School funded by an innovation grant.

• Approval of 2021-2026 Local Plan for the Gifted
• Revisions to Policy 7-1.2 Equal Educational Opportunities/Nondiscrimination (Title IX updates)
• Revisions to Policy 5-1.7 Sexual Abuse and Harassment and Policy 5-3.8 Appropriate Conduct of Staff
• Personnel recommendations: 2 teachers, 11 bus drivers, and others hired; 2 teachers, 2 custodians resigned
• Informational update on ABM Building Services ESCO project and SOL testing changes due to VDOE emergency revisions

The School Board voted to transition students back to a hybrid learning model. The board also approved a consent agenda including several policy revisions and personnel changes.

• Approved return to Hybrid Model on January 19, 2021 (4-1-0)
• Approved 2021-2026 Local Plan for the Gifted (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 7-1.2, Equal Educational Opportunities/Non-Discrimination (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 5-1.7, Sexual Abuse and Harassment (5-0-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy 5-3.8, Appropriate Conduct of Staff (5-0-0)
• Approved Community and Support Services Legislative Policy Revisions (5-0-0)
• Approved monthly bills and payroll (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes from December 13 and December 30, 2020 meetings (5-0-0)

Virtual School Board Organizational and Special Meeting

This organizational meeting of the Fairfax County Public Schools Virtual School Board includes the election of a chairman and vice chairman, adoption of bylaws and rules of procedure, and reaffirmation of the VSBA Code of Conduct. The board will also discuss and vote on 2021 legislative priorities and the continuation of athletic programs for the second term.

• Election of Chairman (Item 2.1) and Vice Chairman (Item 2.2)
• Adoption of Bylaws and Rules of Procedure (Item 2.5)
• 2021 Legislative Priorities discussion and vote (Items 3.1/4.2)
• Athletic Program discussion and vote on continuation (Items 3.2/4.3)
• Committee Appointments (Item 2.7)

The School Board held an organizational meeting to elect its Chairman, Vice Chairman, and clerks. The board established its 2021 meeting schedule and approved the 2021 Legislative Priorities. Additionally, the board voted to resume winter athletic programs on January 6, 2021.

• Elected Donna Grove as Chairman (5-0-0)
• Elected Suzanne Sloane as Vice Chairman (5-0-0)
• Appointed Ginger Farmer as Clerk and Dena Rhodes as Deputy Clerk (5-0-0)
• Appointed Major Warner as Superintendent's designee (5-0-0)
• Set regular meetings for the second Monday and work sessions for the fourth Monday of each month (5-0-0)
• Reaffirmed and adopted the VSBA Code of Conduct (5-0-0)
• Approved 2021 Legislative Priorities (5-0-0)
• Approved start of winter athletic programs for January 6, 2021 (5-0-0)