Norfolk City Public Schools public meetings in 2023

School Board Business Meeting & Public Hearing on the Budget

The Norfolk City School Board will hold a public hearing on the budget and discuss monitoring reports, including the Fall 2023 PALS Data. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss personnel, student support matters, and legal advice, and will vote on a resolution certifying the closed session. The business meeting includes adoption of the agenda and recognition of the student representative.

• Public hearing on the 2023-2024 budget
• Discussion of Fall 2023 PALS Data report (monitoring report)
• Closed executive session for personnel, student matters, and legal consultation
• Resolution certifying closed session (vote required)
• Adoption of the business meeting agenda

The School Board approved the academic calendars for school years 2025 and 2026. The board also approved the monthly financial report, the School Resource Officer program, and a series of personnel and student support reports.

• Approved NPS Academic Calendar Option 2 for SY25 and SY26 (6-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved School Resource Officer (SRO) Program (6-0)
• Approved Personnel Report including administrative, teacher, and classified actions (6-0)
• Approved Student Support Services Report (6-0)
• Approved minutes for Nov. 8 and Nov. 29, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved business agenda (6-0)

School Board Work Session

The Norfolk School Board will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a review of the School Resource Officer program, proposed academic calendars for 2024-2026, and a public-private partnership proposal for Maury High School. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of School Board Goal #5 and Superintendent's non-negotiables progress measures
• Monitoring reports on PALS reading data, chronic absenteeism, and dropout rates
• Proposed NPS academic calendars for school years 2024-25 and 2025-26 (two options)
• Semi-annual evaluation of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program and related MOU
• Maury High School Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act (PPEA) proposal reviewed

The School Board held a work session to discuss progress measures for superintendent goals and review first-quarter reports on chronic absenteeism and dropout rates. No formal votes were taken on the presented goals or the proposed academic calendars for SY25 and SY26.

Take Your Legislators to School Day

This is a special event, not a regular business meeting. The Norfolk City Public Schools is hosting legislators for school visits and a legislative overview, including a discussion of the district's legislative priorities with consultant Kathy Burcher of Advantus Strategies. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• School visits at Southside STEM Academy at Campostella
• Travel and refreshments provided
• Discussion of NPS' legislative priorities with Kathy Burcher, Advantus Strategies

School Board Recognition Ceremony

This is a ceremonial meeting of the Norfolk City Public Schools Board to recognize individuals. The agenda includes a recognition ceremony and a welcome from the Chair and Superintendent, followed by adjournment. No business decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• School Board Recognition Ceremony (Discussion)
• Welcome remarks by Dr. Adale Martin, Chair, and Dr. Sharon I. Byrdsong, Superintendent
• Meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM

School Board Business Meeting

The School Board will conduct a swearing-in ceremony for Nichelle Stone and hold a business meeting. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel, student matters, and a proposal regarding Maury High School.

• Swearing-in ceremony for Nichelle Stone
• Executive session to discuss an unsolicited proposal concerning Maury High School
• Executive session regarding transgender students' requests for accommodations
• Discussion of personnel and student support services in closed session

The School Board approved the FY23-24 budget amendment and the monthly financial report. The board also approved personnel and student support services reports. A vote on the Maury High School PPEA was deferred to December 6, 2023.

• Approved FY23-24 Budget Amendment (6-0-1)
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report 'Subject to Audit' (7-0)
• Approved personnel report for administrative, teacher, and classified staff (7-0)
• Approved Student Support Services Report (7-0)
• Approved minutes for Oct. 4 and Oct. 18, 2023 (7-0)
• Deferred Maury HS PPEA vote to December 6, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved motion to allow Rodney Jordan to join electronically (6-0)
• Certified executive closed session conducted in conformity with Virginia law (7-0)

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

A three-member committee of the Norfolk School Board will enter a closed executive session to hear a student's appeal of a long-term suspension. The hearing involves discussion of disciplinary records and legal consultation, as permitted under Virginia's Freedom of Information Act. The board will then vote on the disposition of the appeal.

• Motion to enter closed session for student disciplinary appeal under Virginia FOIA exemptions
• Student appeal of a long-term suspension to be heard by a 3-member committee
• Resolution certifying that the closed session complied with Virginia law
• Vote required on disposition of the student appeal hearing

School Board Work Session

The Norfolk City Public Schools Board will hold a work session to review legislative priorities, student performance (STAR) data, and equity reports. It will then vote to enter a closed executive session to discuss employment candidates, an unsolicited contract proposal for Maury High School, and legal matters. During the closed session the board will certify the session and vote on selecting a temporary Ward 5 board candidate.

• Motion to enter closed executive session for employment, contract, and legal discussions
• Review of NPS Equity Report (division and individual school equity data)
• Presentation of STAR student performance data by school and demographic
• Vote on selection of a temporary School Board Ward 5 candidate
• Resolution certifying the closed executive session in compliance with Virginia FOIA

The School Board held a work session to discuss legislative priorities, monitoring calendars, and student data. The board approved a motion to allow one member to attend electronically and later voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss personnel and contracts.

• Approved motion to allow Tanya Bhasin to join meeting electronically (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed executive session for personnel and contract discussions (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the closed executive session was conducted in conformity with Virginia law (6-0)

School Board Ward 5 Candidate Interviews and Public Hearing

The Norfolk City School Board is conducting interviews and a public hearing to fill a temporary appointment for the Ward 5 seat. The board will also hold a closed executive session to discuss candidate qualifications and legal matters.

• Interviews for Ward 5 candidates: Bryan Mackey, Dr. Stephen Jones, Nichelle Stone, and Ruth Cookson
• Public hearing on Ward 5 candidate selections
• Closed executive session to discuss candidate qualifications and legal counsel

The School Board held interviews for Ward 5 candidates and a corresponding public hearing. The meeting included a closed executive session to discuss the candidates. No substantive votes or final selections were recorded in the minutes.

School Board Business Meeting

The Norfolk School Board will hold a business meeting starting at 7:00 PM, preceded by a closed executive session to discuss personnel and student matters. The meeting will be streamed live online.

• Closed session to discuss personnel and student matters
• Certification of executive session compliance
• Public comment submission deadline October 17
• Live stream available on WNPS Ch. 47 and online

The School Board approved a new goal for the percentage of graduates receiving Advanced Diplomas to meet or exceed the state average by the 2026-2027 school year. The Board also approved a set of 'non-negotiables' derived from the Strategic Plan and passed the September financial and personnel reports.

• Approved Goal #5: NPS graduates receiving Advanced Diplomas to meet or exceed state average by end of SY 2026-2027 (5-0)
• Approved Superintendent and Board Non-Negotiables (4-1)
• Approved September bills and payroll totaling $48,101,081.07 (5-0)
• Approved September personnel report for administrative, teacher, and classified staff (5-0)
• Approved Student Support Services Report (5-0)
• Approved policies regarding school admission, medicine administration, attendance areas, compulsory attendance, and tobacco/nicotine products (5-0)
• Approved September 6 and September 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (5-0)

School Board Student Appeal

The Norfolk School Board held a closed meeting to hear a student appeal of a long-term suspension. The board will vote on the appeal's outcome at the end of the session.

• Closed executive session for student appeal hearing
• Vote required on disposition of student appeal
• Meeting adjourned after closed session

School Board Work Session

The Norfolk School Board held a work session to discuss board development topics, including a vacancy in Ward 5 and strategic plan goals. The board also reviewed specific policies and received updates on student accreditation.

• Discussion of Ward 5 Board Seat Vacancy interim appointment process
• Review of Board Goals and Indicators of Success for SY23-24
• Policy review for School Attendance Areas, Compulsory Attendance, and Tobacco Products
• Strategic Plan Update and Accreditation data presentation
• Motion to enter Closed Executive Session regarding contract procurement and legal counsel

The School Board established a schedule for the interim appointment of a Ward 5 member, including application deadlines and interview dates. Members also reviewed evaluation goals and discussed the wording of board constraints.

• Approved electronic attendance for Tiffany Moore-Buffaloe (5-0)
• Set application window for Ward 5 vacancy from Oct. 6 to Oct. 13, 2023
• Scheduled Ward 5 candidate interviews and public hearing for Nov. 1, 2023
• Scheduled Ward 5 appointment vote for Nov. 8, 2023
• Tabled discussion on Board and Superintendent constraints to Nov. Work Session
• Approved motion to enter closed session for contract and legal advice (4-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the executive closed session (4-0)

School Board Student Expulsion Reinstatement

A 3-member committee of the Norfolk School Board will meet in closed executive session to hear a student's appeal of a long-term suspension or expulsion. After the hearing, the committee will vote on whether to reinstate the student. The meeting is closed to the public under Virginia FOIA exemptions for student records and legal consultation.

• Motion to enter closed session citing Virginia FOIA exemptions for student disciplinary records and legal advice
• Student appeal hearing under closed executive session (Item 2.01)
• Resolution certifying that closed session complied with Virginia law
• Disposition vote on student expulsion reinstatement (Item 3.01)

School Board Business Meeting

The School Board will hold a business meeting and workshop to discuss board development and superintendent goals for the 2023-24 school year. The meeting includes closed executive sessions to address legal matters, personnel investigations, and student support services.

• Discussion of School Board and Superintendent Goals for SY23-24
• Review of the 2023 Annual Board Monitoring Reports for Goal 2 and Goal 3
• Closed session regarding the case Cheryl R. Jordan v. School Board of the City of Norfolk
• Review of Public Personnel and Public Supplemental Personnel Dockets
• Discussion of an Equity Review presentation

The School Board approved a consent agenda including August payroll and facility use reports. The board also approved updates to several policies regarding board powers, budgeting, purchasing, and emergency management to align with Virginia Code amendments.

• Approved August bills and payroll totaling $33,836,936.24 (6-0)
• Approved August community use of school facilities fees of $4,386.25 (6-0)
• Approved personnel report for administrative, teacher, and classified staff (6-0)
• Approved Student Support Services Report (6-0)
• Approved updates to Policy BBA (School Board Powers and Duties) (6-0)
• Approved updates to Policy DB (Annual Budget) (6-0)
• Approved updates to Policy DJF (Purchasing Procedures) (6-0)
• Approved updates to Policy EB (School Crisis Emergency Management) (6-0)

School Board Work Session

This work session includes an executive closed session for personnel matters, a consent agenda with the personnel report, and discussions on board norms, committees, and student excellence updates. The board will review 24 policies covering topics like immunizations, student conduct, and purchasing procedures. No public comments are accepted at this meeting.

• Executive session for personnel discussions (closed to public)
• Consent agenda includes Personnel Report vote
• Discussion of Booker T. Washington High School STEAM feasibility study
• Update on NPS 2023 Summer School Programs and Back-to-School
• Policy review of 24 policies (e.g., JHCB Student Immunizations, JFCF Drugs in School, DJF Purchasing Procedures)

The School Board approved a personnel report and certified a closed executive session. Members discussed refining student achievement goals, specifically focusing on a 5 percentage point increase for subgroups. Further data graphs and interim goals were deferred to the September 20 meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive closed session (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying executive closed session (6-0)
• Approved Personnel Report (6-0)
• Deferred Summer School Update to a written report
• Deferred interim goals discussion to September 20

School Board Business Meeting

The Norfolk City Public Schools Board will hold a business meeting followed by a workshop. Board members will vote on a motion to enter an executive closed session to discuss personnel, student support, and legal issues. After the closed session, the Board will adopt a resolution certifying that the closed meeting complied with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. The agenda also includes a discussion of the district's five‑year strategic plan and a board development segment.

• Motion to enter executive closed session (personnel, student support, legal matters)
• Resolution certifying the executive closed session under Virginia FOIA
• Board development discussion with attached goals summary document
• Presentation of five‑year strategic plan strategies
• Consent agenda items listed for approval by a single motion

The School Board approved the July bills and payroll report, the personnel report, and the Student Support Services Report. Members also approved updates to seven board policies regarding comprehensive planning, conflicts of interest, and meeting procedures.

• Approved July bills and payroll totaling $37,708,047.39 (7-0)
• Approved Personnel Report for administrative, teacher, and classified staff (7-0)
• Approved Student Support Services Report (7-0)
• Approved update to Policy AF - Comprehensive Plan (7-0)
• Approved update to Policy BBFA - Conflict of Interests and Disclosure of Economic Interests (7-0)
• Approved update to Policy BCE - School Board Committees (7-0)
• Approved update to Policy BCF - Advisory Committees to the School Board (7-0)
• Approved updates to Policies BDA, BDD, and BDDA regarding board meetings (7-0)

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

The Norfolk School Board will convene a hearing to consider a student's appeal of a long-term suspension. The meeting will include a closed executive session to discuss the disciplinary matter and legal counsel, followed by a vote on the appeal's disposition.

• Student Appeal Hearing
• Closed Executive Session
• Vote required on appeal disposition
• 100% identification verification required for entry

School Board Work Session

The Norfolk City School Board will hold a work session with discussion items on board development, a literacy plan for SY23-24, and a review of the Tidewater Park Elementary School transfer to the city for a vote at the August 16 business meeting. The board will also receive information on a second reading of the student suspension/expulsion policy and review school crisis plans for a future vote. A closed executive session is scheduled for personnel and legal matters, and a consent agenda includes the personnel report.

• Personnel Report (consent agenda, vote required)
• Tidewater Park Elementary School transfer to the city — review for vote on 8-16-23
• SY23-24 Literacy Plan (information item)
• Policy JGDZ Student Suspension/Expulsion — second reading (discussion)
• School Crisis Plans — review for vote on 8-16-23

The School Board approved a personnel report and the meeting agenda. Members discussed the SY23-24 Literacy Plan and educational facilities planning. No final votes were taken on the literacy plan or facilities recommendations.

• Approved motion to allow Carlos Clanton to join electronically (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed executive session (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the executive closed session (7-0)
• Approved Board Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Personnel Report (7-0)

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

The Norfolk School Board held a hearing to consider a student's appeal of a long-term suspension. The meeting was conducted in a closed executive session and concluded with a vote on the appeal.

• Closed executive session for student appeal hearing
• Vote required on disposition of student appeal
• Identification verification required for entry
• Meeting held at School Administration Building
• Certification of executive session compliance

School Board Business Meeting

The Norfolk City Public Schools School Board will convene a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters, student discipline, and legal issues, followed by a reconvened business meeting.

• Closed session for personnel and legal matters
• Discussion of superintendent's performance evaluation
• Student support services matters
• Resolution certifying the closed session
• Public comment submission deadline July 11

The School Board approved the consent agenda, which included the personnel report and the Student Support Services Report. The board also reviewed academic data and an equity audit review. No votes were taken on policy updates.

• Approved personnel report including elections, resignations, retirements, and salary adjustments
• Approved Student Support Services Report
• Approved minutes for June 7, 21, and 28, 2023
• Approved motion to enter closed executive session (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the executive closed session (6-0)
• Approved adoption of the business agenda (6-0)

Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting

The Norfolk City Council and School Board are scheduled to hold a joint meeting on July 11, 2023, to discuss general topics and share takeaways. The session is an informational meeting with no formal voting items.

• Joint meeting of City Council and School Board
• General discussion session
• Takeaways session
• Meeting adjournment at 4:30 p.m.

School Board Special Call Meeting

This special call meeting of the Norfolk School Board is primarily to vote on entering a closed executive session to continue the annual evaluation of the superintendent's performance for the 2022-2023 contract year and to set goals for the 2023-2024 year. The board will also consider a resolution certifying that the closed session complies with Virginia's Freedom of Information Act. No other substantive public business is on the agenda.

• Motion to enter executive session to evaluate superintendent performance (FY2022-2023) and set goals (FY2023-2024)
• Resolution certifying that the executive session was conducted in accordance with Virginia FOIA
• Meeting is streamed live online and on WNPS Ch. 47

The School Board met in a closed executive session to conduct the annual performance evaluation of the superintendent and set goals for the 2023-2024 contract year. The board subsequently voted to certify that the closed session complied with Virginia law.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for superintendent evaluation (5-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the executive closed session (4-0)

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

The Norfolk School Board’s 3-member committee is meeting in closed executive session to hear a student’s appeal of a long-term suspension. After the closed session, the board will vote on the disposition of the appeal.

• Motion to enter closed executive session for student disciplinary appeal (long-term suspension)
• Closed session to discuss student’s scholastic records and obtain legal advice
• Resolution certifying that the closed session complied with Virginia FOIA
• Vote on disposition of the student appeal hearing

School Board Business Meeting

The Norfolk City Public Schools Board will vote to enter an executive closed session. In that session they will discuss the superintendent's performance evaluation, legal matters, personnel issues, student support services, and scholarship recommendations for Old Dominion University. They will also consider renewing the Valbrun Consulting Group contract. After the closed session, the Board will certify that the meeting complied with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.

• Motion to enter executive closed session covering personnel, student support, and Valbrun Consulting Group contract renewal
• Discussion of superintendent performance evaluation
• Discussion of legal matters
• Discussion of personnel matters
• Recommendations for the NPS School Board Scholarship (ODU)

The School Board approved the FY2024 operating budget and the May monthly financial report. The board also approved the personnel report, student support services report, and scholarship recipients for Old Dominion University.

• Adopted FY2024 Operating Budget (6-0)
• Approved May Monthly Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved May Use of Facilities Report (6-0)
• Approved Personnel Report for administrative, teacher, and classified staff (6-0)
• Approved Student Support Services Report (6-0)
• Approved recipients of the City of Norfolk School Board Scholarship for Old Dominion University (6-0)
• Approved minutes for May 3 and May 17, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed executive session (5-0)

School Board Closed Exec. Session, Governance Training & Work Session

The Norfolk School Board will hold a closed executive session to discuss the superintendent's annual evaluation and personnel matters, followed by a governance training session and a work session.

• Closed executive session for superintendent evaluation
• Closed session for personnel discussions
• School Board Governance Training
• Intracultural Conflict Style Inventory review
• Work Session

The School Board held two closed executive sessions to discuss the superintendent's annual evaluation and personnel matters. Members participated in governance training and reviewed Title I, II, III, and IV plans. The board also discussed but did not resolve a proposal to combine citizen comment periods.

• Approved motion to allow Tanya Bhasin to join electronically (6-0)
• Approved first motion to enter closed session for superintendent evaluation and legal counsel (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying first closed session (7-0)
• Approved second motion to enter closed session for superintendent evaluation and personnel matters (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying second closed session (6-0)
• Approved Personnel Docket (5-1 abstain)

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

The Norfolk School Board will hold a hearing to decide appeals of long-term student suspensions. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss disciplinary records and legal counsel, followed by a public vote on the appeals.

• Student Appeal Hearing (closed session)
• Vote required on disposition of student appeals
• Resolution certifying closed executive session
• Meeting at School Administration Building, 800 E. City Hall Avenue

School Board Business Meeting

The School Board will first hold a closed session to discuss personnel, student matters, legal consultation regarding an unsolicited proposal for Maury High School, and the proposed revised Family Life Education Curriculum. Following the closed session, the board will reconvene for a business meeting that includes a vote on the revised Family Life Education Curriculum and other consent agenda items.

• Vote on proposed revised Family Life Education Curriculum
• Discussion of unsolicited proposal concerning Maury High School under the Public Private Educational Facilities and Infrastructure Act
• Personnel matters including public personnel docket and supplemental docket
• Student support services matters
• Resolution certifying the closed executive session was conducted lawfully

The School Board approved the April financial report, showing revenue of $301.8M and expenditures of $286.6M. The board also approved a personnel report covering administrative, teacher, and classified staff, and updated several district policies. An unsolicited proposal regarding Maury High School was recommended for further review.

• Approved April financial report (7-0)
• Approved NPS Financial Audit Presentation (7-0)
• Recommended further review of PPEA unsolicited proposal (7-0)
• Approved personnel report for administrative, teacher, and classified staff (6-1 abstain)
• Approved Family Life motion (6-1)
• Approved Superintendent's evaluation timeline (7-0)
• Approved policies on Innovative or Experimental Programs, Support Services, Vandalism, and Military Leave and Benefits (7-0)
• Approved Student Support Report and April meeting minutes (7-0)

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

The Norfolk School Board is meeting to hear appeals of long-term student suspensions in a closed session. The meeting includes a motion to enter executive session to discuss student disciplinary records and legal counsel, followed by a vote on the appeal outcomes.

• Closed executive session for student disciplinary appeals
• Vote required on disposition of student appeal hearing
• Certification of executive closed session
• Meeting held at School Administration Building, 800 E. City Hall Avenue

School Board Work Session

The Norfolk School Board will hold a work session to discuss strategic plan updates, including attendance and chronic absenteeism data, and review several policies. The board will also consider a feasibility study for Booker T. Washington High School and an update on the Open Campus program.

• Booker T. Washington High School Feasibility Study discussion
• Gifted Education Plan update
• Family Life Education Proposal update
• Strategic Plan updates and attendance data
• Open Campus program update

The School Board held a work session featuring presentations on gifted education, family life curriculum, and strategic planning. The board voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss the potential renewal or rebidding of a contract with Valbrun Consulting Group.

• Approved motion to enter closed executive session to discuss Valbrun Consulting Group contract renewal (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the executive closed session was conducted in conformity with Virginia law (7-0)
• Deferred discussion on Booker T. Washington High School Feasibility Study to the next meeting

School Board Business Meeting

The School Board will convene a closed executive session to discuss specific personnel, student support services, and legal matters. The session also includes the review of applications for various School Board Advisory Committees.

• Discussion of personnel including regular agenda items and an ongoing Human Resources investigation
• Review of student support services and disciplinary matters
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation and a proposal concerning Maury High School
• Review of School Board Advisory Committee applications

The School Board approved the March financial report, showing expenditures of $257.2M (67.1% of budget). The board also approved the personnel report and student support services report. Applications for School Board Advisory Committees were approved.

• Approved March financial report (6-0)
• Approved personnel report including elections, resignations, and retirements (6-0)
• Approved Student Support Services Report (6-0)
• Approved School Board Advisory Committee applications (6-0)
• Approved minutes for March 1, 15, and 22, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved the Business Agenda (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive closed session (6-0)
• Certified executive closed session meeting (6-0)

School Board Governance Training & Work Session

The Norfolk City Public Schools School Board is holding a training and work session on April 5, 2023, to discuss governance structures, strategic priorities, and proposed educational plans for the upcoming school year. The meeting includes a review of several board policies and a feasibility study for Booker T. Washington High School.

• School Board Governance Training with The Valbrun Group
• Family Life Education Plan Proposal for SY2024
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Plan Proposal for SY2024
• Special Education Plan Proposal for SY2024
• Booker T. Washington High School Feasibility Study Update

The School Board conducted governance training and held a work session to discuss several proposals. No formal votes were taken; the board reviewed updates on family life education, career and technical education, special education, and a feasibility study for Booker T. Washington High School.

• Tabled vote on Family Life Education Plan until May 17, 2023, to allow for more community and SHAC feedback
• Reviewed Career and Technical Education (CTE) Plan Proposal for SY2024
• Reviewed Special Education Annual Plan Flow-Through Grant Application for Fiscal Year 2024
• Discussed Booker T. Washington High School Feasibility Study update

School Board Special Call Meeting

The Norfolk School Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on the Superintendent's proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2024. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on March 22, 2023, at the School Administration Building.

• Vote required on Superintendent's proposed FY2024 operating budget
• Discussion of pandemic spending and supporting learning environments
• Review of 2022 Compensation Report of Findings and Recommendations
• Review of JLARC report on pandemic impact on public K-12 education
• Review of SAMSHA guidelines for child and youth behavioral health crisis care

The School Board approved the Superintendent's Proposed Educational Plan and Budget for FY 2023-24. Several proposed amendments to expand the IGNITE program and adjust teacher and administrator pay steps were defeated.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Proposed Educational Plan and Budget totaling $494.8 million (5-2)
• Denied amendment to expand IGNITE at Lindenwood to additional campuses (3-4)
• Denied amendment to adjust instructional personnel to One Year of Creditable Teaching Experience to One Step (3-4)
• Approved motion to commit to getting more information on the teacher step amendment (4-3)
• Denied amendment to adjust Principal and Assistant Principal step placement (3-4)
• Approved motion to extend the meeting (4-3)

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

A 3-member committee of the School Board will meet in a closed executive session to conduct a student appeal hearing. The board will discuss disciplinary matters and consult with legal counsel regarding a long term suspension.

• Hearing of a student's appeal of a long term suspension
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding the appeal
• Vote on the disposition of the student appeal hearing

School Board Business Meeting

The School Board will discuss the Superintendent's Proposed Operating Budget for FY2024 during a workshop session. The board will then vote to enter closed session for personnel and student support matters, followed by a resolution certifying the closed session. The open business meeting reconvenes at 7 p.m. with no additional listed action items.

• Discussion of Superintendent's Proposed Operating Budget for FY2024 with multiple supporting documents
• Motion to enter closed session for personnel matters (agenda item 2.01) and student support services (item 2.02)
• Resolution certifying that the closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act requirements
• Public comments accepted for agenda and non-agenda items until 7 p.m. or by email prior to meeting

The School Board held a workshop to discuss the FY2024 Proposed Operating Budget and conducted a closed executive session. The board formally certified that the closed session complied with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.

• Approved motion to allow Carlos Clanton to join meeting via Zoom (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed executive session for personnel, student support, and legal matters (6-0)
• Approved resolution certifying the executive closed session (7-0)
• Adopted the School Board Business Agenda (7-0)

School Board Governance Training & Work Session

The Norfolk City Public Schools School Board is meeting for a governance training session and work session. The board will discuss committee assignments and strategic plan updates, and accept public comments on the FY24 Superintendent's Proposed Operating Budget.

• School Board Governance Training (12:00-4:00 p.m.)
• Public Comments on FY24 Superintendent's Proposed Operating Budget
• Committee Assignments: Audit/Finance, Facilities, Legislative & Policy, Safe & Secure Schools Taskforce
• Strategic Plan Updates and Educational Planning Updates
• Live stream available on WNPS Ch. 47 and online

The School Board held a governance training session and a work session to discuss educational and facilities planning. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the session focused on declining enrollment data and student academic performance.

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

The Norfolk School Board Student Appeal Hearing is a closed executive session to hear a student's appeal of a long-term suspension. The board will vote on a motion to enter closed session, discuss the appeal, and later certify that the closed meeting complied with Virginia law. A disposition vote on the appeal and adjournment follow.

• Motion to enter closed executive session for student disciplinary matters and legal consultation under Virginia FOIA exemptions
• Student appeal hearing discussion in closed session
• Resolution certifying that the closed executive session was conducted in conformity with Virginia law
• Disposition of the student appeal hearing with a required vote
• Meeting adjournment

School Board Business Meeting

The School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Superintendent's Proposed Operating Budget for SY2024, including responses to board inquiries. Public comments on the budget will be taken during the business meeting. The board will then enter closed session to discuss personnel, student matters, and an unsolicited proposal concerning Maury High School under the Virginia Public-Private Educational Facilities and Infrastructure Act.

• Workshop discussion on Superintendent's Proposed Operating Budget for SY2024, including budget documents for school assigned support positions and responses to board inquiries
• Motion to enter closed session under Virginia FOIA for personnel, student discipline, legal advice, and an unsolicited proposal concerning Maury High School
• Closed session items include personnel docket, student support services matters, and legal matters
• Resolution to certify that the closed session was conducted in compliance with Virginia law
• Public comments on the proposed operating budget accepted during agenda item 4.08

School Board Student Appeal Hearing

The Norfolk City Public Schools School Board will hold a hearing for a student appealing a long-term suspension in a closed executive session. The board will also certify the meeting was conducted in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.

• Student appeal hearing for long-term suspension
• Closed executive session for disciplinary matters
• Certification of executive closed session
• Vote required on disposition of appeal

School Board Governance Training & Work Session

The Norfolk School Board holds a governance training and work session. During the work session, members will discuss the superintendent's proposed FY2024 operating budget, a recruitment and retention plan, strategic plan updates, and options for the 2023-2024 academic calendar. No votes are scheduled; these are informational and discussion items.

• Superintendent's FY2024 Proposed Operating Budget presentation
• NPS Recruitment and Retention Plan discussion
• Continuing the Drive – Strategic Plan Updates
• SY2023-2024 Academic Calendar discussion with multiple calendar options (Options 1-4) and survey results

The School Board conducted governance training and held a work session to discuss the FY2024 proposed operating budget, recruitment strategies, and the SY2023-2024 academic calendar. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on planning, data review, and establishing board protocols.

• Established action items for governance training to be reported by March 1, 2023, including data request processes and community engagement strategies
• Proposed a budget workshop for Feb. 15 at 4 p.m. with public comments at 7 p.m.
• Discussed FY2024 budget including a 6.9% raise for all classified staff and $53K starting salary for first-year teachers
• Reviewed a $1 million quote for school screening/weapons detectors
• Discussed four academic calendar options for SY2023-2024, with Option 1 (amended) as the recommendation
• Reviewed NPS Recruitment and Retention Plan and discussed teacher vacancy rates

School Board Business Meeting

The Norfolk School Board will convene a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters and student support services, followed by a public business meeting. The meeting will be streamed live.

• Closed executive session on personnel and student matters
• FOIA training for board members
• Public comments accepted until 7 p.m.
• Live stream available on WNPS Ch. 47 and online

The School Board approved the December bills and payroll reports, the monthly financial report, and the personnel and student support reports. Members also received updates on the Governor's proposed budget and conducted FOIA training.

• Approved electronic participation for member Carlos Clanton (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive closed session (7-0)
• Approved resolution certifying executive closed session (7-0)
• Adopted amended Business Agenda (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including December bills and payroll (7-0)
• Approved personnel and student support services reports (7-0)
• Approved Board Norms and Protocols (7-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report subject to Audit (7-0)

School Board Swearing-In & Organizational Meeting & Governance Training

The School Board will conduct a swearing-in ceremony with Judge Jerrauld Jones, Sr. The board will also hold an organizational meeting to elect leadership and attend governance training provided by The Valbrun Group.

• School Board Swearing-In Ceremony
• Election of School Board Chair
• Election of School Board Vice Chair
• Appointment of the School Board Clerk
• Appointment of the Superintendent's Designee

The School Board held an organizational meeting to elect leadership and appoint key administrative roles. The board also underwent governance training and agreed to adopt working norms.

• Elected Dr. Adale Martin as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Tiffany Moore-Buffaloe as Vice Chair (4-3)
• Appointed Karen Rose-Tanner as School Board Clerk (7-0)
• Appointed Dr. James Pohl and Dr. Michael Cataldo as Superintendent Designees (7-0)
• Agreed to adopt governance norms as working agreements