Richmond City Public Schools public meetings in 2021

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee is meeting to convene a closed session under Virginia law to discuss student disciplinary or scholastic record matters. The agenda includes only roll call and the closed session, with no public action items.

• Roll call and approval of minutes as a consent action
• Closed session to discuss student disciplinary or scholastic record matters

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-Lunes, 6 de diciembre de 2021

The Richmond City School Board will receive updates on George Wythe construction, the Dreams4RPS enrollment goal, and the 2022-2023 school calendar. It will also hear recommendations from the collective bargaining committee and consider budget transfers. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Update on George Wythe construction process
• Update on Dreams4RPS Goal 7: enrollment
• Receive recommendations from Collective Bargaining Special Committee
• Receive budget transfers
• Closed session for personnel matters

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will hold a regular meeting on December 6, 2021 at MLK Middle School. The agenda includes receiving an update on Goal 7 of the Dreams4RPS strategic plan, which focuses on enrollment, as well as an update on the George Wythe construction process and recommendations from the Collective Bargaining Ad Hoc Committee. The board will also take action on personnel actions, board travel requests, and approve minutes from previous meetings, and will enter closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Receive update on Goal 7: Enrollment as part of Dreams4RPS
• Receive update on George Wythe construction process
• Receive recommendations from Collective Bargaining Ad Hoc Committee
• Receive for action Personnel Actions and board travel/district activity requests
• Receive budget transfers for information only

The School Board approved a Collective Bargaining Resolution and authorized various personnel actions. The board also approved a small fundraiser request and received updates on student enrollment and school construction.

• Adopted Collective Bargaining Resolution (8-1)
• Approved Personnel Actions including 44 nominations and 62 contract changes (7-0-2)
• Approved $300 District Activity Request for G.H. Reid Elementary School fundraiser (8-0-1)
• Approved minutes from November 8 and November 15, 2021 meetings (Unanimous)
• Adopted amended meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Disciplinary Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee is meeting to consider student disciplinary or admission matters. The agenda includes a roll call and a closed session under Virginia law to discuss scholastic records. The meeting concludes with adjournment.

• Convene a closed session to consider student disciplinary or scholastic record matters

The committee reviewed student disciplinary cases in a closed session. For two specific cases, the committee voted to grant appeals of expulsion and modify the recommendations to suspension with time served. Four other cases were rescheduled.

• Case #1: Granted appeal of expulsion, modified to suspension with time served, and reassigned student to alternative school
• Case #2: Granted appeal of expulsion, modified to suspension with time served, and reassigned student to alternative school
• Rescheduled four cases

Reunión del Comité Especial de Negociación Colectiva

This is a special committee meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools to discuss collective bargaining goals. The agenda includes establishing meeting rules, reviewing proposals from a working group, and preparing final recommendations for the full board.

• Presentation of collective bargaining goals for the meeting
• Review of working group edit proposals and input
• Review of final recommendations to be made to the full body
• Summary of next steps

Collective Bargaining Ad Hoc Committee Meeting

This is a meeting of the Collective Bargaining Ad Hoc Committee. The committee will discuss meeting norms, review proposed edits and input from work group attendees, and finalize recommendations to present to the full school board.

• Review of proposed edits to a collective bargaining resolution from work group attendees
• Finalize recommendations to be made to the full Richmond City Public Schools board

The meeting proceeded as informational because a quorum was not established. The committee reached an agreement on the language and contents of a draft resolution. Attorneys and representatives will finalize the document for presentation to the full School Board on December 6, 2022.

• Agenda not adopted due to no quorum
• Agreed to finalize draft resolution for presentation to full School Board on December 6, 2022

Policy Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Policy Committee is meeting virtually to review three policies. The agenda includes only procedural items and the presentation of Policy 1, Policy 2, and Policy 3 with no details or recommended changes. No specific costs or outcomes are provided.

• Presentation of Policy 1 for review
• Presentation of Policy 2 for review
• Presentation of Policy 3 for review

The committee reviewed several policies, including the school calendar and payroll procedures. Consensus was reached to keep the payment and payroll policy as written. Other policy reviews were discussed or tabled for future consideration.

• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Consensus reached to retain Policy 3-3.6 Payment and Payroll Procedures in its current iteration
• Tabled review of Policy 7-3.6 Staff Time Schedules

Education Compact Quarterly Meeting

The Education Compact, comprising the Richmond Public Schools Board, City Council, and Mayor, meets quarterly to discuss collaboration on education issues. This meeting includes opening remarks, updates from the Mayor's Office, the Education & Human Services Committee, and Richmond Public Schools, followed by a discussion on youth violence prevention. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is informational and discussion-based.

• Discussion on youth violence prevention
• Updates from Mayor's Office, Education & Human Services Committee, and Richmond Public Schools
• Opening remarks by Mayor Stoney
• Close-out and next steps

Ad Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Ad Hoc Finance Committee will meet virtually on November 23, 2021, to review financial reporting timelines, the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and internal audit activities. The committee will also discuss planning for the FY23 budget and seek board feedback. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is focused on information and discussion.

• Financial reporting timeline and overview of various report types
• CIP Program overview
• Audit projects timeline review (FY22 Audit Work Plan Timeline attached)
• Update on internal audit activities, including distribution of Chromebooks and electronic devices to students
• FY23 Budget planning and feedback from the Board

Collective Bargaining Ad Hoc Committee Meeting

The Collective Bargaining Ad Hoc Committee meets virtually to review attorney input, establish meeting norms, and discuss recommendations to be considered at the next School Board meeting. No binding decisions are made; the meeting is focused on planning and discussion.

• Review of attorney Lilly's comments and input on collective bargaining resolution
• Establishment of meeting norms for the committee
• Discussion of recommendations to be presented at the next School Board meeting
• Summary of next steps for the committee

The meeting proceeded as informational because a quorum was not established. The committee reviewed a draft resolution on collective bargaining and assigned representatives to collaborate on a revised document. No formal actions were adopted.

• Agenda not adopted due to no quorum
• Assigned Sandra Lee, Boaz Young-El, Jonnell Lilly, and Cathie Lee to collaborate on a revised resolution document

Richmond City School Board & VDOE Meeting-1:30pm

The Richmond City School Board and the Virginia Department of Education are meeting jointly to discuss a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The agenda also includes procedural items such as roll call and approval of meeting notes.

• Discuss the Memorandum of Understanding with the Virginia Department of Education

Disciplinary Committee

The School Board of the City of Richmond Disciplinary Committee has scheduled a closed session for November 18, 2021, to review student admission or disciplinary matters involving protected academic records. These sessions determine how student cases are processed and affect district operations. The agenda contains only procedural roll call and adjournment items.

• Closed session to review student admission or disciplinary matters involving protected academic records

The Disciplinary Committee voted unanimously to grant seven appeals of expulsion, modifying the recommendations to suspension with time served. Some students were reassigned to alternative or comprehensive schools. One case was rescheduled.

• Case 1: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and reassigned to different comprehensive school
• Case 2: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and reassigned to alternative school
• Case 3: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and reassigned to alternative school
• Case 4: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and reassigned to alternative school
• Case 5: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served
• Case 6: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served
• Case 7: Granted appeal of expulsion; modified to suspension with time served and reassigned to alternative school
• Rescheduled one case

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The School Board will vote on final revisions to Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing and Policy 5-3.13 Technology. The board will also receive drafts of the 2022-23 school calendar and an update on George Wythe construction. Public comment will be heard in person; written comments will be posted to BoardDocs. A closed session for personnel matters is scheduled.

• Receive for approval revisions to Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing
• Receive for approval revisions to Policy 5-3.13 Technology
• Receive 2022-23 school calendar drafts
• Receive an update on the George Wythe construction process
• Receive October 2021 Financial Report

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond-lunes, 15 de noviembre de 2021

The Richmond School Board will consider approving minutes, receive policy revisions on purchasing and technology, and discuss the draft 2022-2023 school calendar. They will also get an update on the George Wythe construction process and a report on collective bargaining. Public comment will be accepted in person or in writing.

• Receive draft 2022-2023 school calendar
• Receive update on George Wythe construction process
• Receive revisions to Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing and Policy 5-3.13 Technology
• Receive update from Ad Hoc Collective Bargaining Committee
• Receive October 2021 financial report

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond: 6:00 p. m.

The Richmond City School Board will receive updates on Dreams4RPS academic goals, COVID-19 operations (transportation, food, staffing), the 2022-2023 calendar, George Wythe construction, and a recommendation for River City Middle School rezoning. The board will also hold first readings of technology and purchasing policy revisions, discuss board meeting locations, and go into closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• Receive recommendation for River City Middle School rezoning
• Receive operational update on COVID, transportation, food, and staffing
• First reading of Technology Policy 5-3.13 and Purchasing Policy 3-3.4 revisions
• Receive update on George Wythe construction process
• Receive financial reports for July–September 2021

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The School Board will consider a recommendation to conduct a rezoning of River City Middle School, receive updates on academics (Virginia Growth Assessment), school security, and George Wythe construction, and discuss policy revisions on technology and purchasing. Operational updates on COVID, transportation, food, and staffing are also on the agenda.

• Receive recommendation to conduct a River City Middle School rezoning
• Update on Goal 3: Academics (Virginia Growth Assessment)
• Update on George Wythe construction process
• Update on school security
• First read revisions to Policy 5-3.13 Technology and Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee will discuss the city’s development proposal for the Arthur Ashe Center. No formal actions, votes, or cost figures are listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes standard roll call and adjournment.

• Roll call
• Deliberation on Arthur Ashe Center development proposal
• Adjournment

School Board Special Meeting

The Richmond School Board will hold a special meeting to discuss the mayor's letter regarding funding for the construction of George Wythe High School. This is a discussion item only, with no formal action scheduled. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment.

• Discuss response to the Mayor's letter about funding for George Wythe High School construction

Policy Committee Meeting

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Policy Committee. The agenda includes discussion of the committee's purpose, the process for reviewing and adopting policies, and a general review of policies. No specific policy changes or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of policies for review (attachment: 10.25.2021 Policies for Review.pdf)
• Review of process and procedure for policy adoption (attachment: 10.25.2021 School Board Manual TOC.pdf)

The Policy Committee determined it will meet every other month to review and revise school board policies. The committee discussed potential initial reviews of governance, school calendars, staff schedules, pay, and student discipline.

• Established a meeting schedule of every other month

Disciplinary Committee

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee will convene a closed session under Virginia law to discuss student admission or disciplinary matters involving scholastic records. The agenda is purely procedural: roll call, closed session, and adjournment, with no public action items.

• Closed session for student disciplinary or admission matters under Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(2)

The committee met in closed session to review a student scholastic record. The committee voted unanimously to grant an appeal of expulsion for Case #1, modifying the administration's recommendation to time served and a return to the assigned school.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (unanimous)
• Certified closed meeting was conducted in accordance with law (unanimous)
• Granted expulsion appeal for Case #1 and modified recommendation to time served and return to assigned school (unanimous)

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond

The Richmond School Board will vote on a capital expenditure moratorium for administrative buildings and the issuance of an RFP for legal services. They will also discuss a recommendation to rezone River City Middle School, receive an update on fall 2021 reopening, and hear a report from the Enrollment Equity Commission on open enrollment and specialized schools.

• Recommendation to rezone River City Middle School
• Capital expenditure moratorium on administrative buildings
• Issuance of an RFP for legal services
• Update on fall 2021 reopening
• Report from Enrollment Equity Commission on open enrollment and specialized schools

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will adopt the agenda, approve the minutes from the September 20 meeting, and take action on several items including approval of School Health Advisory Board members, a capital‑spending moratorium on administrative buildings, and a request for proposals for legal services. The board will also receive updates on equity in AP and Algebra 1 enrollment, the George Wythe construction process, and a recommendation to rezoning River City Middle School. Additional discussion will cover the board retreat, policy revisions, meeting location, and collective bargaining resolution.

• Receive a recommendation to conduct a River City Middle School rezoning (Item 6.02)
• Board approval of a capital spending moratorium on administrative buildings (Item 5.02)
• Board approval of School Health Advisory Board (SHAB) members (Item 5.01)
• Receive for action the issuance of an RFP for legal services (Item 5.03)
• Receive an update on George Wythe construction process (Item 6.05)

Evaluation Committee Meeting

The Evaluation Committee will discuss the School Board's self-evaluation instrument and then go into a closed meeting to review the performance of specific employees, as permitted by Virginia law. No votes or public decisions are expected; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Discussion of the School Board self-evaluation instrument (agenda item 1.03)
• Closed meeting under Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(A)(1) to consider performance of specific employees (agenda item 1.04)
• Planning of next steps following the evaluation discussion

The committee met as an informational session because a quorum was not established. Members discussed the 2021-2022 Superintendent's evaluation schedule and the process for the annual School Board Self Evaluation.

• Discussed 2021-2022 Superintendent's evaluation timeline and tools
• Proposed one-week turnaround for School Board Self Evaluation rubric to meet VDOE November deadline
• Recommended presenting rubric as a Committee Report at the November 1 School Board Meeting
• Closed session to consider employee performance was not convened

Reunión del Comité de evaluación

The Richmond City Public Schools evaluation committee will discuss the board self-evaluation instrument, then enter a closed session under Virginia law to consider specific employee performance. The meeting concludes with discussion of next steps. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Discuss the board self-evaluation instrument
• Enter closed session to consider employee performance (Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(1))
• Discuss next steps following the closed session

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee Meeting

The Richmond City Public Schools Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee will meet virtually to finalize the Governance Manual and discuss an upcoming Board Retreat. The agenda includes routine opening procedures and adjournment, with no specific financial details or public hearings listed.

• Finalize Governance Manual
• Discuss Board Retreat

Reunión del Comité de Gestión ad hoc de la Junta

The ad hoc Management Committee meeting on Oct 12, 2021 will open with an electronic statement and a roll call. The committee will discuss finalizing its Management Manual and will debate the retirement of the Board. The meeting will conclude with a closing item. No outcomes or details are listed in the agenda.

• Finalize the Management Manual
• Debate the retirement of the Board

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee Meeting

The Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee will meet to finalize the district's governance manual and discuss an upcoming board retreat. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call, with no specific dollar amounts or external contracts listed.

• Finalize Governance Manual
• Discuss Board Retreat

lunes, 04 de octubre de 2021-Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond - 6:00p. m.

The Richmond City School Board will receive an updated recommendation on the School Resource Officer program, consider a second reading of the 2021-2022 Student Code of Conduct (SCORE), and discuss a proposal for a capital expenditure moratorium on administrative buildings. The board will also receive reports on fall 2021 reopening and an Enrollment Equity Commission report on open enrollment and specialized schools.

• Updated recommendation on the School Resource Officer (SRO) program
• Second reading and implementation of the Student Code of Ethical Responsibility (SCORE) 2021-2022
• First reading of revisions to Policy 5-3.13 Technology and Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing
• Proposal for a capital expenditure moratorium on administrative buildings
• Report from the Enrollment Equity Commission on open enrollment, specialty schools, and regional schools

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond School Board will consider an updated recommendation on the School Resource Officer (SRO) program, as well as take action on the 2021-2022 Student Code of Responsible Ethics (SCORE) manual and a waiver of attendance policy. The board will also receive reports on enrollment equity, the George Wythe construction project, and fall 2021 reopening.

• Updated recommendation for action on the School Resource Officer (SRO) program (5.01)
• Second read and action on the 2021-2022 Student Code of Responsible Ethics (SCORE) manual (5.02)
• Action on waiver of portions of Policy 8-2.4 Student Attendance and Absence/Truancy (5.03)
• Report from Enrollment Equity Commission on open enrollment, specialty schools, and regional schools (6.02)
• Update on George Wythe construction process (6.05)

Evaluation Committee Meeting

The Evaluation Committee of Richmond City Public Schools is meeting virtually. The agenda includes discussion of the School Board self-evaluation instrument and a closed session to consider the performance of specific School Board employees. The meeting will conclude with discussion of next steps and adjournment.

• Discuss School Board self-evaluation instrument
• Enter closed session under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(1) to consider performance of specific School Board employees
• Discuss next steps

Reunión del Comité Especial de Financiación

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Special Finance Committee. The committee will review a school board budget survey, discuss follow-up questions for the FY2022 auditable work plan, and hear an audit and finance committee report.

• Review of the school board budget survey
• Follow-up questions for the FY2022 auditable work plan
• Audit and finance committee report

Ad Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Ad Hoc Finance Committee. The committee will take up roll call, adopt the agenda, review the School Board Budget Survey, discuss follow-up on the proposed FY22 Audit Work Plan, and receive Finance and Audit Committee reporting. No votes or financial decisions are explicitly listed on this agenda.

• Review of School Board Budget Survey
• Follow-up on proposed FY22 Audit Work Plan
• Finance and Audit Committee reporting

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond School Board will vote on a proposal to waive portions of Policy 8-2.4 on student attendance and truancy. Other action items include naming the Overby-Sheppard Elementary School Media Center after Rita Jane Robinson and approving personnel actions. The board will receive updates on Fall 2021 reopening, George Wythe construction, and the Education Foundation. Items on the School Resource Officer program and the Student Code of Conduct were deferred.

• Vote on policy waiver for student attendance and truancy (Policy 8-2.4)
• Proposed naming of Overby-Sheppard Elementary School Media Center as Rita Jane Robinson Media Center
• Updated recommendation on School Resource Officer (SRO) program deferred
• Update on Fall 2021 reopening of schools
• Update on George Wythe construction process

Lunes, 20 de septiembre de 2021-Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond - 6:00p. m.

This meeting includes discussion and possible action on several policy items, including a waiver of portions of the attendance policy and an updated recommendation on the School Resource Officer program. The board will also consider the second reading of the Student Code of Responsible Ethics (SCORE) for 2021-2022, a proposal to name the media center at Overby-Sheppard Elementary School, and a report from the Enrollment Equity Commission on open enrollment and specialized schools.

• Receive for action a recommendation to waive portions of Policy 8-2.4 on student attendance and unexcused absence
• Receive an updated action recommendation on the School Resource Officer (SRO) program
• Second reading and implementation of the Student Code of Responsible Ethics (SCORE) 2021-2022
• Request to name the media center at Overby-Sheppard Elementary School
• Receive report from Enrollment Equity Commission on open enrollment, specialty schools, and regional schools

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee Meeting

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and a discussion about planning a board retreat. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of a future Board Retreat (no details provided)

Lunes, 13 de septiembre de 2021-Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond - 6:00 p. m.

The Richmond City School Board will receive and discuss a recommendation on the School Resource Officer (SRO) program, and hold a second reading of the Student Code of Ethics (SCORE) manual for 2021-22. The board will also consider suspending the interscholastic sports eligibility policy for fall 2021 and implementing the 2021-22 salary schedule update. Public comments will be accepted in person or in writing.

• Receive recommendation for action on School Resource Officer (SRO) program
• Second reading and implementation of Student Code of Ethics (SCORE) manual 2021-2022
• Discuss suspension of student eligibility policy 8-4.2 for interscholastic sports for fall 2021
• Discuss implementation of 2021-22 salary schedule update
• Receive proclamation recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will receive a recommendation for action on the School Resource Officer (SRO) program. It will also take a second read of the 2021‑2022 Student Code of Responsible Ethics (SCORE) manual and consider an update to the 2021‑22 salary schedule. Additional updates include the Fall 2021 school reopening plan and the George Wythe High School construction process.

• Recommendation for action on School Resource Officer (SRO) program
• Second read and action on the 2021‑2022 Student Code of Responsible Ethics (SCORE) manual
• Update to the 2021‑22 salary schedule
• Update on Fall 2021 school reopening
• Update on George Wythe High School construction process

Education Compact Quarterly Meeting

This quarterly meeting brings together the Richmond Public Schools Board, City Council, and Mayor for updates and discussions. Items include opening remarks by Mayor Stoney, updates from various offices, and discussions on the reopening of Richmond Public Schools and student/family safety, as well as vaccination efforts. No binding votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Opening remarks by Mayor Stoney
• Updates from Mayor's Office, Education & Human Services Committee, and Richmond Public Schools
• Discussion on RPS reopening and collective efforts for student and family safety
• Discussion on city and schools vaccination efforts
• Close-out and next steps

Jueves, 26 de agosto de 2021- Reunión del Comité de Propiedades Vacantes/No Educativas/Excedentes (VPC en inglés)

The Vacant/Non-Educational/Surplus Properties Committee (VPC) will hold a meeting to take roll and discuss alternative financing options for construction. No decisions are listed; only a discussion is scheduled.

• Discussion of alternative financing options for construction

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee will discuss alternative financing options for construction, take roll call, and adjourn. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of alternative financing options for construction

The committee held an informational discussion regarding alternative financing and tax credits for renovating the Altria Building at 2325 Maury Street into a career and technical high school. No formal actions were taken as the meeting lacked a quorum.

• No substantive decisions made; meeting was informational due to lack of quorum

Reunión del Comité Especial de Financiación - 24 de agosto de 2021

The committee will review the consolidated SAF billing audit report, examine the draft audit work plan for fiscal year 2022, and consider the school board’s comments on the budget development process. No actions or decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Review consolidated SAF billing audit report
• Review draft audit work plan for FY 2022
• Review school board comments on budget development process

Ad Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

The Ad Hoc Finance Committee will review three documents: the FY 20-21 SAF Turnover Audit report, the FY22 Draft Audit Work Plan, and School Board feedback on the budgeting process. This agenda is procedural boilerplate and lists items for review only, with no votes or decisions scheduled. The oversight tracks how school funds are managed and informs future financial planning for Richmond City Public Schools.

• Review of the SAF Turnover Audit consolidated report
• Review of the FY22 Draft Audit Work Plan
• Review of School Board Feedback on Budgeting Process

Lunes 16 de agosto de 2021 Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond - 6:00 p. m.

The Richmond City School Board will discuss the superintendent's recommendation for mandatory staff vaccination and related staff measures. They will also receive updates on fall 2021 reopening, the School Resource Officer (SRO) program, and the George Whyte construction project. A second reading of policy revisions based on Virginia General Assembly actions and a first reading of the 2021-2022 Student Code of Ethics handbook are scheduled. The board will also discuss a board retreat and travel requests.

• Analyze implementation of mandatory staff vaccination per superintendent's recommendation
• Receive update on fall 2021 reopening
• Receive update and recommendation on School Resource Officer program
• First reading of 2021-2022 Student Code of Ethics (SCORE) handbook
• Receive update on George Whyte construction process

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will receive and discuss several items, including the superintendent’s recommended employee vaccination mandate, personnel actions, and updates on school safety and facilities. The board will also hear recommendations on the School Resource Officer program and the Fall 2021 reopening plan. Additional informational updates include the George Wythe construction progress and a Virginia Department of Education memorandum.

• 3.01 Receive for action Superintendent’s recommended employee vaccination mandate
• 4.02 Receive an update and recommendation on School Resource Officer (SRO) program
• 4.04 Receive an update on George Wythe construction process
• 4.01 Receive an update on Fall 2021 reopening
• 7.01 Receive an update on the Virginia Department of Education Memorandum of Understanding

The School Board approved a mandate requiring all employees and adults in schools to provide proof of vaccination by October 1, 2021. The Board also approved personnel actions, appointed a new School Board Clerk, and updated policies based on Virginia General Assembly actions.

• Approved employee and school adult vaccine mandate (8-1)
• Approved personnel actions including 74 nominations and 102 contract changes (8-0)
• Appointed Patrece Richardson as School Board Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved new policies and revisions based on General Assembly actions (8-1)
• Approved district activity requests for Replenish Richmond ($250) and Bernice Travers Foundation ($350) (8-0)
• Tabled discussion on temporary suspension of open enrollment policy for staff
• Tabled update and recommendation on School Resource Officer (SRO) program

Martes, 10 de agosto de 2021 - Comité de gestión ad hoc de la Junta

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Board's ad hoc Management Committee. The committee will review a manual, discuss feedback from board members, talk about an upcoming retreat, and outline next steps. No votes or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Review of the committee manual
• Discussion of board member feedback
• Discussion of a retreat
• Discussion of next steps for the committee

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee

The Richmond City Public Schools Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss internal governance matters. The agenda includes reviewing a manual, gathering board feedback, and planning a retreat. No specific decisions or proposals with dollar amounts are listed.

• Review of the board governance manual
• Discussion of feedback from Board members
• Discussion of a retreat
• Discussion of next steps for the committee

School Board of the City of Richmond Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond School Board will vote on several action items, including approving the superintendent's recommended spend plan for ARP federal stimulus funds, amending the salary schedule, and changing high school start and end times. The board will also receive updates on Fall 2021 reopening, George Wythe construction, and policy revisions based on Virginia General Assembly action.

• Amend the FY22 salary schedule
• Change high school start and end times (bell schedule)
• Approve contracts over $250K for food and nutrition (pre-plated meals)
• Authorize superintendent to hire through first September board meeting
• First read of new and revised policies from VA General Assembly action

The Board approved a spend plan for approximately $123 million in ARP Federal Stimulus funds to maintain previous investments and fund a Literacy Plan. Other actions included approving a new salary schedule and a food and nutrition contract with Preferred Meals. A motion to give the Administration the lead on the George Wythe school RFP and prototype failed.

• Approved ARP Federal Stimulus spend plan (7-2)
• Approved amended Salary Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved authorization for Superintendent to hire for school-based positions (unanimous)
• Approved 15-minute change to high school start and end times (unanimous)
• Approved food and nutrition contract with Preferred Meals over $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 donation to East End Renaissance Summer Academy and $250 to J. L. Francis Elementary (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including 89 nominations and 32 contract changes (unanimous)
• Denied motion to give Administration lead on George Wythe RFP and prototype (5-4)

2 de agosto de 2021 - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond - 6:00 p. m.

The Richmond City School Board meeting will open with routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, and approval of prior minutes. Board members will then discuss implementation of several measures, including staff policies, salary schedule changes, superintendent hiring authority, the ARP spending plan, high‑school schedule adjustments, and contracts exceeding $250,000 for food and nutrition services. Additional topics include fall‑2021 reopening updates, board retirement plans, policy revisions, construction updates, budget transfers, and a private session on personnel matters.

• Analyze contracts over $250,000 for food and nutrition services
• Review implementation of the superintendent‑recommended ARP spending plan
• Discuss changes to high school start and end times
• Receive update on the George Whyte construction project
• Private session to consider personnel actions (appointments, promotions, salaries, discipline)

Miércoles, 28 de julio de 2021 - Comité de gestión ad hoc de la Junta

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Board ad hoc management committee. Items include opening, roll call, reviewing a manual, discussing board member feedback, a retreat, and next steps. No specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Review manual
• Discuss board member feedback
• Discuss retreat
• Discuss next steps for committee

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee

This is a meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee, which will discuss internal matters including a review of a governance manual, feedback from board members, and planning for a retreat. No binding decisions or public hearings are on the agenda; the items are procedural or discussion-only.

• Review of governance manual
• Discuss feedback from board members
• Discuss retreat planning
• Discuss next steps for the committee

Special School Board Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools School Board. The board will hold a roll call, then go into closed session under Virginia law to discuss legal matters, followed by adjournment. No public votes or decisions on policy, budget, or operations are scheduled.

• Closed session pursuant to Code of Virginia sections 2.2-3711(A)(7) and (A)(8) to consider legal matters

Lunes, 19 de julio de 2021 - Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la ciudad de Richmond: 6:00 p. m.

The Richmond City School Board will discuss the superintendent's recommended spending plan for federal American Rescue Plan stimulus funds. Other items include updates on fall 2021 reopening, a literacy strategy, and contracts over $250,000 for world languages. The board will also hold second readings of policy revisions on public participation and board committees.

• Receive superintendent's recommended spending plan for federal ARP stimulus
• Analyze implementation of contracts over $250,000 for world languages
• Second reading and review of Policy 1-6.7 (public participation) revisions
• Receive update on fall 2021 reopening
• Receive update on Dreams4RPS Goal 2: graduation

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will hear updates on Fall 2021 reopening, the division literacy strategy, and the superintendent's recommended spend plan for ARP federal stimulus funds. The board will also vote on personnel actions, contracts over $250K for World Languages, and second-read revisions to policies on public participation and board committees. Additionally, the board will discuss feedback from the George Wythe meeting and receive several informational reports.

• Fall 2021 reopening update with health and safety measures
• Superintendent's recommended spend plan for ARP Federal Stimulus
• Contracts over $250,000 for World Languages instructional materials
• Second read and action on revisions to Policy 1-6.7 Public Participation
• Discussion of feedback from George Wythe community meeting

The Board declined a draft letter to Mayor Stoney concerning school construction management. Members will provide feedback on the draft within 72 hours to reach a consensus before the letter is sent.

• Approved motion to allow Board members 72 hours to provide feedback on draft letter to Mayor (8-0)
• Rejected original draft letter to Mayor prepared by Kenya Gibson

School Board of the City of Richmond - Special Meeting

The Richmond School Board is holding a special meeting at George Wythe High School to discuss several topics. They will receive overviews of the Passion4Learning program and Wythe enrollment, and discuss their response to a letter from the Mayor. The meeting also includes breakout discussion sessions and a summary of those sessions.

• Discussion of the Board's response to the Mayor's letter
• Overview of Passion4Learning program
• Overview of Wythe enrollment figures
• Breakout discussion sessions on agenda topics
• Meeting held at George Wythe High School, 4314 Crutchfield Street

Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond - Reunión especial

This agenda outlines a July 13, 2021, special meeting of the Richmond City School Board at George Wythe High School. The board will discuss a response to a letter from the mayor and receive updates on the Passion4Learning program and George Wythe High School enrollment. The document lists scheduled discussion topics and an open public comment period but records no decisions or outcomes.

• Receive summary of Passion4Learning
• Receive summary of George Wythe High School enrollment
• Debate response to the mayor's letter
• Breakout session discussions and summaries
• Public comment period

Reunión del Comité de Propiedades Vacantes/No Educativas/Excedentes (VPC en inglés) - Miércoles, 30 de junio de 2021

This is a meeting of the Vacant/Non-Educational/Surplus Properties Committee (VPC) of Richmond City Public Schools. The agenda includes only procedural items: roll call, a discussion regarding the Richmond Technical Center facilities, and adjournment. No specific decisions or recommendations are listed.

• Discussion of Richmond Technical Center at 2020 Westwood Avenue (agenda item 1.02)

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee is meeting to discuss the Richmond Technical Center campus. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists only of a roll call, a discussion item, and adjournment.

• Discussion regarding Richmond Technical Center campus at 2020 Westwood Avenue

Reunión especial de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond- Martes, 29 de junio de 2021

This special meeting consists of opening formalities, a closed session to discuss personnel matters under Virginia Code, and adjournment. No public decisions or policy actions are on the agenda.

• Procedural opening and roll call
• Closed session for personnel matters per Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(1)
• Adjournment

Reunión del Comité Especial de Financiación - Martes, 29 de junio de 2021

The Special Finance Committee will meet virtually to establish committee priorities. The agenda includes a review of student activity fund audit results and feedback regarding the School Board's budget process.

• Discussion of committee priorities
• Review of Student Activity Fund (SAF) audit results
• Review of opinions on the School Board budget process

Richmond City School Board - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Richmond City School Board. The agenda is procedural, consisting of roll call, adoption of the agenda, and a closed session to discuss personnel matters such as appointments, assignments, and salaries. No public votes on substantive policy or financial items are scheduled.

• Closed session under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(1) for personnel discussions
• Adoption of the agenda
• Roll call

Ad Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

The Ad Hoc Finance Committee of Richmond City Public Schools will hold a virtual meeting. Items include discussing committee priorities, reviewing the Student Activity Fund (SAF) audit results, and reviewing School Board budget process feedback. No voting or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discuss committee priorities
• Review Student Activity Fund (SAF) audit results
• Review School Board budget process feedback

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la ciudad de Richmond: Lunes, 28 de junio de 2021 - 6:00 p. m.

The Richmond City School Board will open the meeting, approve the agenda, and receive public information. It will get updates on the Dreams4RPS initiative and analyze implementation of Title I‑IV measures and policy revisions. The board will review several contracts exceeding $250,000, including a new science curriculum and pilot programs for school culture, climate, and the Richmond Alternative School. It will also conduct a first review of the American Recovery Plan spending and receive updates on the 2021 fall reopening.

• Review contracts > $250,000 for new science curricula
• Review contracts > $250,000 for primary‑school culture and climate pilot
• Review contracts > $250,000 for Richmond Alternative School
• First review of the American Recovery Plan (federal stimulus) spending
• Receive updated information on the 2021 fall reopening

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will act on personnel actions, alternative accreditation plans for Amelia Street and Richmond Alternative School, Title I-IV federal grant plans, and new science curriculum adoption with contracts over $250K. They will also receive updates on Fall 2021 reopening, division literacy strategy, and the American Recovery Plan (federal stimulus) spend plan for first review.

• Contracts over $250K for new science curriculum adoption
• Contracts over $250K for Elementary School Culture and Climate Pilot
• Contracts over $250K for Richmond Alternative School
• Alternative Accreditation Plan for Amelia Street Special Purpose School
• Second read and action on revisions to Policy 1-5.1 (School Board Committees) and Policy 8-5.1 (Wellness Policy)

The School Board approved a new science curriculum and associated contracts exceeding $250,000. The Board also unanimously passed several Title I, II, III, and IV federal program plans and an alternative accreditation plan for special purpose schools.

• Adopted new science curriculum (8-0)
• Approved science curriculum contract over $250,000 (8-0)
• Approved Elementary School Culture and Climate Pilot contracts over $250K (7-0)
• Approved Richmond Alternative School contract over $250K (7-2)
• Approved Alternative Accreditation Plan for special purpose schools (unanimous)
• Approved Title I Annual Plan and Title I Part A programs (unanimous)
• Approved Title II Part A and Title II Part D programs (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Policy 8.5.1 Wellness Policy (unanimous)

Evaluation Committee - Spanish - Comité de evaluación de la Junta

The Richmond City Public Schools Evaluation Committee is meeting to hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters such as appointments, performance, salaries, and discipline of specific school board employees. The agenda also includes opening remarks, roll call, and discussion of next steps. No other substantive public business is listed.

• Closed session under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(1) for personnel matters
• Discussion of next steps following the closed session

Board Evaluation Committee

The Richmond City Public Schools Board Evaluation Committee meeting on June 24, 2021 will open with a call to order and roll call. It will then enter a closed meeting, as authorized by Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(1), to consider assignments, appointments, promotions, performance, demotions, salaries, disciplining or resignations of specific School Board officers or employees. The committee will discuss next steps before adjourning. No decisions or outcomes are listed in the agenda.

• Closed session to consider assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining or resignation of specific School Board officers or employees (Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(1))
• Call to Order (Item 1.01)
• Roll call (Item 1.02)
• Discussion of next steps (Item 1.04)
• Adjournment (Item 2.01)

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee - Spanish - Comité de gestión ad hoc de la Junta

This is a procedural meeting of the Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee. The committee will review a summary of the last meeting, brainstorm revised school board policies, and discuss creating a draft board manual. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Review of adopted standards from the Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA)
• Brainstorming on revised school board policies
• Creation of a draft board manual
• Discussion on next steps

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee

The Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee will recap the last meeting, discuss reviewed School Board policies, review adopted norms from VSBA Governance Training, and create a draft of the School Board Manual. The meeting is procedural with no votes or financial decisions.

• Recap of last meeting
• Discussion of reviewed School Board policies
• Review adopted norms from VSBA Governance Training
• Create draft of School Board Manual
• Discuss next steps

School Board Governance Training

This is a procedural governance training session for the Richmond City School Board, conducted virtually. The board will review norms and protocols but no decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Welcome & Reflection
• Complete Board Norms and Protocols

Comité Ad Hoc de Gobernanza de la Junta

The Richmond City Public Schools Board Governance Committee met virtually on June 10, 2021. The agenda included an opening electronic statement, a nominal vote, discussions of the Board Policy 1‑1.5 and the Governance Development Manual, and planning of next steps. The meeting concluded with a postponement.

• Opening electronic statement (1.01)
• Nominal vote (1.02)
• Review of Board Policy 1‑1.5 – Procedures and Conduct Standards (1.04)
• Discussion of Governance Development Operations Manual (1.05)
• Postponement of the meeting (2.01)

Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee

The Richmond City Public Schools Board Governance Ad Hoc Committee will meet virtually on June 10, 2021, to discuss its purpose and review School Board Policy 1-1.5 on Procedures and Standards of Conduct. The committee will also discuss developing a Governance Operational Manual and set next steps and future meeting dates. No binding votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Review of School Board Policy 1-1.5 Procedures and Standards of Conduct
• Discussion of developing a Governance Operational Manual
• Setting of next steps and future meeting dates

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will hear an update on plans for reopening schools in Fall 2021. The board will also vote on a contract over $250K for interpretation services and consider second-read policy revisions on purchasing and holidays. Discussion items include new school construction and an update from the Joint Construction Team.

• Contract over $250K for interpretation services (Syncroz, C&M Translators, Zab LLC)
• Second read of revisions to Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing and Policy 7-7.6 Holidays
• Fall 2021 reopening update with dashboard
• Discussion of new school construction (Phase I timeline)
• Request to increase members of Community Advisory Board for George Wythe design

The Board approved a series of personnel actions and three contracts for interpretation services. It also updated purchasing and holiday policies and expanded the George Wythe Community Advisory Board.

• Approved Human Resources agenda including 38 nominations and 46 resignations (8-0)
• Approved interpretation service contracts for Syncroz, C&M Translators, and Zab LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing (Unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Policy 7-7.6 Holidays to move Juneteenth observance to June 18, 2021 (Unanimous)
• Approved district activity fund requests pending final legal approval
• Approved increasing George Wythe Community Advisory Board to 11 members (8-1)

Reunión de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond

The Richmond City School Board meets June 7 to vote on a contract over $250K for interpretation services, second readings of policy revisions on purchasing and holidays, and other action items. They will also discuss fall 2021 reopening, new school construction, and receive updates on Dreams4RPS graduation goal, Title plans, and collective bargaining legislation. Recognitions include Teacher of the Year Ashley Bland and an LGBTQ+ Pride Month proclamation.

• Vote on contract over $250K for interpretation services (item 5.02)
• Second reading of Policy 3-3.4 Purchasing revisions (item 5.03)
• Second reading of Policy 7-7.6 Holidays revisions (item 5.04)
• Discuss fall 2021 reopening update (item 6.01)
• Discussion of new school construction (item 8.04)

Reunión del Comité de Propiedad Vacante/No Educativa/Excedentaria (VPC)

The Richmond Public Schools Vacant/Non-Educational/Surplus Property Committee meets virtually to discuss two properties: Norrell and Clark Springs. The agenda includes procedural items and a discussion of these properties. No votes or decisions are listed; only discussion is scheduled.

• Discussion of Norrell and Clark Springs surplus properties

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee is meeting to discuss two properties: Norrell and Clark Springs. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Discussion of Norrell and Clark Springs properties

Ad Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

This is a procedural organizational meeting of the Ad Hoc Finance Committee. No binding votes or decisions were listed; members will discuss the budget process debriefing, audit plan updates, and set FY22 priorities.

• Selection of Finance Committee Chair
• Budget Process Recap & Debriefing
• Update on 2021 Audit Plan & FY22 Audit Planning
• Setting of Finance Committee FY22 Priorities

Reunión del Comité De Finanzas Ad Hoc

This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Ad Hoc Finance Committee. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, a finance committee summary, selection of a committee chair, a budget process summary and report, an update on the 2021 audit plan and FY22 audit planning, and discussion of Finance Committee priorities for fiscal year 22. No concrete decisions, dollar amounts, or specific contracts are listed.

• Selection of Finance Committee Chair
• Budget process summary and report
• Update on 2021 Audit Plan and FY22 audit planning
• Finance Committee priorities for fiscal year 22

Comité de Evaluación

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Richmond Public Schools Evaluation Committee. The committee will discuss next steps in the evaluation process for School Board staff and then convene a closed session to consider personnel matters. No votes or concrete actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of next steps in the School Board staff evaluation process
• Closed session under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(1) for personnel matters

Evaluation Committee

The Evaluation Committee of Richmond City Public Schools will meet virtually to discuss next steps in the process for evaluating School Board staff. The committee will then convene a closed session under Virginia code to consider personnel matters including assignment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific public officers, appointees, or employees. No other substantive public action is listed.

• Discuss next steps in evaluating School Board staff
• Convene a closed session for personnel matters (assignment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, resignation)

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board voted to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, including a General Fund of $347,465,321, Special Revenue of $133,032,077, and Capital Improvement of $2,100,000. The board also approved a contract for a new budget and HR platform, adopted the FY22 salary schedule and tuition rates, and modified the SY2021-22 bell schedule on a split vote. Other actions included personnel actions, budget transfer authority, and creation of a Board Governance ad hoc committee.

• Adopted FY2022 budget: General Fund $347,465,321; Special Revenue $133,032,077; Capital Improvement $2,100,000
• Approved contract for new budget and HR platform (Alio Software) – vote 6-1-2
• Approved modified SY2021-22 bell schedule – vote 4-4 (passed on tie?)
• Approved FY22 salary schedule and tuition rates
• Authorized superintendent to make FY21 budget transfers to balance accounts

Education Compact Quarterly Meeting

The Education Compact, comprising the Richmond Public Schools Board, City Council, and Mayor, holds a quarterly meeting for updates and discussion. Topics include updates from the Mayor's Office, Education & Human Services Committee, and Richmond Public Schools on Reopen With Love 2.0 and the Vacant Properties Committee. A discussion on new school construction is also scheduled. No final decisions are on the agenda.

• Update: Mayor's Office
• Update: Education & Human Services Committee
• Update: Richmond Public Schools - Reopen With Love 2.0
• Update: Vacant Properties Committee
• Discussion: New School Construction

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board voted 7-2 to approve the Administration's recommendation on the VPC property report. The board also approved personnel actions, an IDEA grant, an amendment to the 2021-22 Program of Studies, and board travel requests. Updates were received on new school construction, graduation ceremonies, middle school electives, and a proposed modified bell schedule for SY2021-22. Financial statements for March 2021 and a quarterly report for Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts were presented.

• Approved VPC property recommendation (7-2, with White and Gibson dissenting)
• Accepted the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) grant
• Amended the 2021-22 Program of Studies
• Received updates on new school construction and modified bell schedule
• Discussed VDOE communication regarding Board Governance Manual

The Board approved several administrative items, including personnel changes, a federal grant, and amendments to the program of studies. Members also received updates on school construction and graduation plans.

• Approved personnel actions including 11 nominations and 3 contract changes
• Accepted Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) grant
• Approved amendment to the 2021-22 Program of Studies
• Approved administration recommendation regarding VPC report (7-2)
• Approved district activity requests (8-1)
• Recognized May as Foster Care Awareness Month
• Voted to enter closed session for personnel matters (9-0)

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee will discuss two properties: Norrell Annex and a park proposal at Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval.

• Discussion on Norrell Annex
• Discussion on a park proposal at Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School
• File attached: RPS land proposed for transfer to City.jpg (214 KB)

Ad-Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

This virtual meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Ad-Hoc Finance Committee includes discussions on the internal audit staffing plan, the 2021 internal audit work plan, and the committee's 2021 priorities. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are procedural or discussion. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discuss Internal Audit Staffing Plan
• Discuss 2021 Internal Audit Work Plan
• Discuss Finance/Audit Committee 2021 Priorities

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board met virtually to adopt its agenda, hear public comments, and consider a series of action items. Items included personnel actions, grant approvals, naming of John Marshall High School facilities, budget reallocations, calendar changes adding Juneteenth, and a lease extension for the Chamberlayne Avenue bus depot. Most motions passed, with a few members voting nay or abstaining.

• Lease extension for the Chamberlayne Avenue bus depot until June 30, 2022
• Naming of John Marshall High School gym and field after Frank Threatts, Jr. and Louis Anderson, Jr.
• Approval of the Head Start Grant for the 2020‑2021 year
• Addition of Juneteenth to the SY 2020‑21 calendar
• Budget transfer covering Algebra Readiness, Transportation, and other allocations

The Board approved the naming of the John Marshall High School gym and field, added Juneteenth to the 2020-21 calendar, and extended the Chamberlayne Avenue bus depot lease. Other actions included approving personnel changes, budget transfers, and the Head Start grant.

• Approved naming John Marshall High School gym as Frank Threatts gymnasium and field as Louis "Lou" Anderson field
• Approved adding Juneteenth to the SY 2020-21 Calendar
• Approved extending the Chamberlayne Avenue bus depot lease through June 30, 2022
• Approved redistribution of $9,765 from school board meals budget to board activities funds
• Approved Head Start grant for 2020-2021
• Approved personnel actions including 2 nominations and 3 contract changes
• Approved members of the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
• Authorized creation of construction-related job descriptions (5-4)

Richmond City School Board Special Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board discussed and voted on several items, including a motion to defer budget transfer votes to a later meeting and a vote on capital improvement prioritization for new school construction. A motion to delay the capital improvement vote until May 3 failed, meaning the board likely took action on the recommendations. The board also received updates on summer 2021 programming, SY 2021-22 reopening plans, and the first review of the academic calendar.

• Budget transfers for Algebra Readiness and Transportation deferred to April 19 board meeting
• Capital improvement prioritization for new school construction – motion to delay vote to May 3 failed
• First review of SY 2021-22 academic calendar
• Update on Bus Patrol contract for school bus safety
• Personnel actions approved with one abstention

The Board approved personnel nominations and contract changes, as well as $200 for school supplies for teachers residing in the 6th district. Budget transfers were deferred to the April 19 meeting, and the Board received updates on summer programming and the 2021-22 reopening plan.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (9-0)
• Approved personnel actions including 4 nominations and 7 contract changes (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $200 for school supplies for teachers who work in RPS and reside in the 6th district (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Deferred budget transfer vote and discussion to April 19 meeting (6-3)
• Deferred action on Special Education Advisory Committee members to April 19 meeting
• Denied motion to delay vote on capital improvement dollar prioritization (4-5)

Disciplinary Committee

The Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee is meeting to consider admission or disciplinary matters involving student scholastic records. The board will convene a closed session under Virginia state law, then adjourn. No other business is listed.

• Motion to convene a closed session for student disciplinary and scholastic record matters

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee will review and take action on a findings report regarding surplus school properties. The meeting also includes roll call and agenda approval.

• Review and take action on a Findings Report (attached: Richmond Public Schools Vacant Property Committee Amend.pdf)

Richmond City School Board Special Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board held a special virtual meeting and unanimously approved personnel actions and an amendment to the Facilitated Learning Centers MOU, increasing capacity to 125 students starting April 2, 2021. The board also adopted the agenda and adjourned.

• Approved personnel actions (details not specified in agenda)
• Amendment to Facilitated Learning Centers MOU to increase capacity to 125 students

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will vote on the 2021-22 academic calendar and consider changes to the Agent/Deputy Agent and personnel actions. The board will also receive updates on the Spring 2021 reopening plan, the Special Education Advisory Committee, and the financial statement through February 2021.

• Vote on SY 2021-22 Calendar
• Action on change in Agent/Deputy Agent
• Personnel Actions approval
• Update on Spring 2021 Reopening Plan
• Financial statement for period ending February 28, 2021

The Board decided to use a traditional calendar for the 2021-22 school year with a commitment to implement a year-round calendar for 2022-23. They also appointed new agents to sign in the Superintendent's absence and approved several personnel actions.

• Approved 2021-22 school start date of September 7, 2021
• Approved focus on traditional calendar for 2021-22 with commitment to year-round calendar for 2022-23 and a summer school plan
• Appointed Alana Gonzalez as Agent and Tracey Epp as Deputy Agent
• Approved personnel actions including 3 nominations and 5 contract changes
• Denied motion to present various calendar and budget scenarios for 2021-22
• Denied motion to require community engagement and research before 2022-23 year-round calendar implementation

Disciplinary Committee

This meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee is largely procedural. The only substantive action is convening a closed session under Virginia law to discuss student disciplinary matters and scholastic records. No specific cases or decisions are listed on the public agenda.

• Convening a closed session for student disciplinary matters pursuant to §2.2-3711(A)(2) of the Code of Virginia

Richmond City School Board & VDOE Meeting - 2:45 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board meets jointly with the Virginia Department of Education to discuss a memorandum of understanding. The meeting includes roll call and approval of prior meeting notes, with the primary agenda item being a discussion of the MOU.

• Discussion of Memorandum of Understanding with the Virginia Department of Education

Education Compact Quarterly Meeting

The Education Compact, comprising the Richmond Public Schools School Board, City Council, and Mayor, holds a quarterly meeting to discuss updates from the Mayor's Office, Joint Construction Team, Education & Human Services Committee, and RPS. A presentation and discussion on Richmond Public Schools is scheduled. The agenda is mostly procedural updates and information-sharing, with no specific votes or proposals.

• Updates from Mayor's Office, Joint Construction Team, Education & Human Services Committee, and Richmond Public Schools
• Presentation and discussion on Richmond Public Schools
• Discussion of Priority 3 - Safe and Loving School Cultures and Priority 4 - Deep Partnership with Families and Community

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. - Spanish

The Richmond City School Board will consider and potentially vote on a proposal to reopen schools in spring 2021, along with budget transfers and adoption of the 2021-22 curriculum. The board will also receive updates on graduation goals under the Dreams4RPS plan, the school calendar, and legislative matters. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and legal discussions.

• Vote on spring 2021 reopening proposal (item 6.01)
• Receive budget transfers for action (item 6.02)
• Adopt the 2021-22 Program of Studies (item 6.03)
• Second reading and action on policy 3-3.8 Student Activity Funds (item 6.04)
• Update on Dreams4RPS Goal 2: Graduation (item 4.01)

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board voted 6-3 to defeat a proposal to reopen schools on April 12 for limited in-person instruction at 10 specified campuses. The board also approved budget transfers, the SY 2021-22 Program of Studies, an update to Policy 3-3.8 on student activity funds, personnel actions, and board travel requests.

• Rejected Spring 2021 reopening plan (6.01) would have allowed teachers to opt in for in-person instruction at 10 schools including Huguenot High, MLK Middle, Blackwell Elementary, and others; motion failed 6-3.
• Approved budget transfer for exceptional education professional services (6.02).
• Approved Middle and High School Program of Studies for SY 2021-22 (6.03).
• Approved second read and update to Policy 3-3.8 Student Activity Funds (6.04).
• Approved personnel actions (6.05) and board travel/activity requests (6.06), including $175 for VSBA workshop and $300 for Bellevue Elementary Black History Music Video.

The Board approved a plan to offer limited in-person instruction starting April 12 for specific student groups, including PreK-K2 and high-risk seniors. Other actions included approving budget transfers, the 2021-22 Program of Studies, and personnel changes.

• Approved Spring 2021 reopening proposal (6-2)
• Approved budget transfers (9-0)
• Approved SY 2021-22 Middle and High School Program of Studies (9-0)
• Approved revised policy 3-3.8 Student Activity Funds (9-0)
• Approved personnel actions for 6 nominations and 6 contract changes (7-0-2)
• Approved Board travel and district activity requests, including $175 for a workshop and $300 for Bellevue Elementary (7-0)
• Denied initial motion for Spring Reopening Plan as presented by Young, Doerr, and Harris-Muhammed (3-6)

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss potential uses for the property at 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of the agenda and minutes from prior meetings.

• Discussion on potential uses at 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue
• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2021 and December 8, 2020 meetings
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board held a virtual meeting, voting to approve the FY22 Special Revenue Fund Budget including $14 million from the ESSER grant for additional learning support over two years. The board also discussed transportation for Maggie Walker Governor's School and adopted an opposing position on Senate Bill 1303 regarding in-person reopening. Several deferred items were acted upon, including updates on construction, financial statements, and policy changes.

• Approved FY22 Special Revenue Fund Budget with $14M ESSER funding for learning support ($8M in FY22, $6M in FY23) and increased custodians from 10 to 17
• Adopted an opposing position on Senate Bill 1303 regarding mandatory in-person reopening by July 2021
• Discussed a transportation plan for Maggie Walker Governor's School
• Approved recommendation from Board Auditor on Student Activity Fund procedures
• Received financial statement for period ended January 31, 2021

The Board approved the FY22 Special Revenue Fund Budget, including specific ESSER grant allocations for learning support and custodial staff. Members also voted to oppose Senate Bill 1303 regarding in-person learning reopening in July 2021.

• Approved FY22 Special Revenue Fund Budget, including $14M in ESSER funds for learning support and increasing custodians from 10 to 17 (8-1)
• Adopted opposing position on Senate Bill 1303 regarding July 2021 in-person learning reopening (7-2)
• Approved Board travel to VSBA Southside Spring Network Forum and $300 for Armstrong High School Choir (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Auditor recommendation for Student Activity Fund procedures regarding 203 inactive accounts (9-0)
• Approved agenda amendments to discuss governor schools reopening and GA legislation (8-0)

RPS School Board Governance Training - February 22, 2021

This is a governance training session for the Richmond School Board, not a regular business meeting. The board will consider adopting board norms and protocols and will approve minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from prior meeting (Action Consent)
• Adoption of Board Norms and Protocols (Action)

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board voted to approve the Superintendent's FY22 budget, totaling $4,340,945,776 from the general fund and $6,126,500 in capital funds, excluding stimulus funding. The board also voted to suspend attendance policy and grant a waiver for the 2021-2022 school year. Discussions included updates on fall 2021 reopening (bathrooms, air quality, vaccines), 2021-2022 calendar options, and the Virginia Department of Education MOU.

• Approved FY22 budget of $4,340,945,776 general fund and $6,126,500 capital funds
• Voted to suspend attendance policy and grant a waiver for 2021-2022 school year
• Received update on Fall 2021 reopening including bathrooms, air quality, and vaccine
• Discussed 2021-2022 calendar options
• Received update on Dreams4RPS Goal 8 - Attendance

The School Board approved the FY 2021/2022 budget, excluding stimulus funding. The board also approved various personnel actions and granted a waiver for the student attendance policy for the 2021/2022 school year.

• Approved FY 2021/2022 budget of $340,945,776 from general fund and $6,126,500 capital funds (8-0)
• Approved waiver regarding attendance for the 2021/2022 school year (8-0)
• Approved personnel actions including 5 nominations, 13 contract changes, and 3 resignations (8-0)
• Approved January 19, 2021 minutes (8-0)
• Denied motion to remove year round school from budget and discussion (3-5)
• Approved agenda amendments to move specific items to March 1, 2021 meeting (8-0)

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

The Richmond City School Board will hold a budget work session to discuss school reopening plans and new funding from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund. The board will also review the superintendent's proposed FY22 budget. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion and presentation session.

• Discussion of school reopening plans (item 2.01)
• Discussion of new funding from the ESSER Fund (item 2.02)
• Review of Superintendent's Proposed Budget FY22 (attached)
• Audit expansion request (attached file)
• Electronic meeting statement and roll call (procedural)

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

This is a budget work session of the Richmond City School Board. The board will discuss school reopening and new funding from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund. A closed session is scheduled to consider personnel matters. The meeting is virtual and livestreamed.

• Discussion of school reopening, with attached In-Person-Learning-Letter-2.5.21.pdf
• Discussion of new ESSER funding, with attached budget responses and salary schedule
• Closed session under Virginia Code for personnel appointments, salaries, or discipline
• Meeting livestreamed on Facebook and archived on YouTube and BoardDocs

Richmond City Special School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board held a special meeting, entering closed session to discuss personnel matters and then voting to take action on the superintendent's employment agreement. The motion passed unanimously.

• Closed session under Virginia code for personnel matters including assignment and salaries
• Unanimous vote (9-0) to take action on the superintendent's employment agreement

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session - Spanish

This is a budget work session of the Richmond City School Board, conducted virtually. The board will discuss additional recurring revenues from the Commonwealth of Virginia and the City of Richmond. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Discussion of additional recurring revenues from the Commonwealth of Virginia and the City of Richmond
• Closed session to consider personnel actions including assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, salaries, discipline, or resignation of specific public officers or employees

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

The Richmond City School Board held a budget work session to discuss the FY22 budget proposal. The main item was a discussion of additional recurring revenue from the Commonwealth of Virginia and the City of Richmond. The board also entered a closed session to consider personnel matters such as salaries and appointments.

• Discussion of additional recurring revenue from the Commonwealth of Virginia and City of Richmond
• Presentation of Superintendent's Proposed Budget FY22 (4,014 KB PDF attached)
• Consideration of RPS central office staff salaries over $80K (PDF attached)
• Closed session for personnel matters including assignment, appointment, promotion, salaries, and discipline
• Roll call and procedural opening items

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. - Spanish

The Richmond City School Board will open the meeting, approve the January 4 minutes, and recognize several community members. It will receive public comments on the superintendent’s FY22 needs estimate and then discuss that budget estimate. Additional items include a proposal for the 2021‑22 school calendar, updates on curriculum and construction, and a closed session on personnel matters.

• Approve the minutes from the January 4, 2021 meeting
• Public comment on the superintendent’s FY22 needs estimate
• Discussion of the superintendent’s FY22 needs estimate
• Proposal of the 2021‑22 school calendar
• Closed session to consider personnel assignments, promotions, and disciplinary matters

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will hold a public hearing and discuss the Superintendent's proposed FY22 budget. Other business includes updates on fall 2021 reopening (bipolar ionization and vaccines), a proposed school calendar for 2021-22, and first reading of the Program of Studies. The Board will also receive legislative updates, approve personnel actions, and go into closed session.

• Public hearing and discussion on Superintendent's FY22 Estimate of Needs (budget proposal)
• Update on Fall 2021 Reopening: Bipolar Ionization and Vaccines
• Discussion of SY 2021-22 School Calendar Proposal (year-round calendar proposal)
• First read of SY 2021-22 Program of Studies for middle and high school
• Update on Virginia Department of Education Memorandum of Understanding

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

The Richmond City School Board will hold a budget work session to discuss the Superintendent's FY22 Estimate of Needs. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters including salaries and appointments. The meeting includes a roll call and adjournment.

• Discuss the Superintendent's FY22 Estimate of Needs (Budget Responses for 1-28-21 Budget Work Session.pdf)
• Closed session pursuant to Virginia Code 2.2-3711 (A) (1) for personnel matters
• Motion to enter closed session passed 9-0

Ad-Hoc Finance Committee Meeting

The Ad-Hoc Finance Committee will discuss proposals for an internal audit department and the implementation of an audit committee for Richmond City Public Schools. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, adoption of the agenda, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discuss proposal for internal audit department
• Discuss audit committee implementation

Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session - Spanish

This is a budget work session where the Richmond City School Board will discuss the superintendent's proposed budget for fiscal year 2022. No votes are expected; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of the superintendent's proposed FY22 budget

Revised - Richmond City School Board Budget Work Session

The Richmond City School Board will hold a budget work session to discuss the Superintendent's proposed FY22 budget, including a year-round calendar proposal. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel and student matters. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Discuss the Superintendent's proposed FY22 budget (files attached)
• Review a year-round calendar proposal
• Enter closed session for personnel and student matters

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee is meeting virtually to discuss potential uses for the property at 2001 Ruffin Road, along with procedural actions including approval of the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting.

• Discussion of potential uses at 2001 Ruffin Road
• Approval of draft minutes from December 8, 2020 meeting

Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) Meeting - Spanish

The Vacant/Non-Instructional/Surplused Property Committee (VPC) is meeting to discuss potential uses for the property at 2001 Ruffin Road. Other agenda items are procedural, including roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Discussion of potential uses for 2001 Ruffin Road property

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The board is receiving the Superintendent's FY22 budget proposal, financial statements for November and December 2020, and an update on the legislative advocacy plan. It also took action on an addendum to the Program of Studies (adding a course) and on Personnel Actions. The board held a public information period for citizen comments.

• Receive Superintendent's FY22 Estimate of Needs (budget proposal) with detailed staffing and contract attachments
• Approve addendum to Program of Studies adding a course (motion passed 9-0)
• Approve Personnel Actions (motion passed 7-0 with 2 abstentions)
• Receive Financial Statement for November and December 2020
• Receive update on RPS Legislative Advocacy Plan

The Board approved the addition of a Renewable Energy course for 10th, 11th, and 12th graders for the 2020-21 school year. Personnel actions and a travel request for the Board Chair were also approved. The Superintendent presented the FY22 Estimate of Needs, including proposed funding for COVID-related expenses and academic supports.

• Approved adding Renewable Energy course to Program of Studies (9-0)
• Approved personnel actions including 6 nominations and 8 contract changes (7-2)
• Approved $205.00 travel request for Chair Cheryl L. Burke (8-1)
• Approved amended agenda to include custodian maintenance budget update (9-0)
• Deferred approval of January 4, 2021 minutes

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m. - Spanish

The Richmond City School Board will meet virtually to receive financial reports for November and December 2020, the Superintendent's estimate of needs for fiscal year 2022, and updates on student schedules, internet safety procedures, and fall 2021 reopening. They will also consider a proclamation for Virginia School Principals' Week and hold a closed session for personnel and student matters.

• Proclamation for Virginia School Principals' Week
• Superintendent's FY22 budget estimate
• Fall 2021 reopening update
• Joint Construction Team update
• Closed session for personnel and student matters

RPS School Board Governance Training

This is a procedural training agenda for the Richmond Public Schools School Board on January 15, 2021. The board will participate in sessions on roles and responsibilities, power vs. authority, trust, board norms, and a wrap-up activity. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Training on board roles, responsibilities, and protocols (no decisions)

Reunio'n de la Junta Escolar de la Ciudad de Richmond - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will hold an organizational meeting on January 4, 2021, to elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from previous meetings, set future meeting dates, and consider action items including budget transfers, a curriculum addendum, personnel actions, and travel requests. The board will also hear public comments and may enter a closed session for personnel matters.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair (item 1.02)
• Approval of minutes from April 6, 2020, December 7, 2020, and December 17, 2020 (item 1.05)
• Receive budget transfers for action (item 4.01)
• Receive addendum to the curriculum for action (item 4.02)
• Receive personnel actions for action (item 4.03)

Richmond City School Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

The Richmond City School Board will hold its organizational meeting, electing a Chair and Vice Chair, adopting the agenda, and approving minutes. The board will also receive for action budget transfers, an addendum to the Program of Studies, personnel actions, and board travel requests. Additionally, they will receive committee assignments and go into closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair (Item 1.02)
• Approve budget transfers (Item 4.01)
• Consider addendum to Program of Studies (Item 4.02)
• Receive personnel actions (Item 4.03)
• Closed session for personnel discussions (Item 10.01)

The Board elected Cheryl L. Burke as Chair and Jonathan Young as Vice-Chair. Members approved a budget transfer to hire three new technology positions and appointed an Interim Clerk, Agent, and Deputy Agent. The Board also requested detailed staffing and contract data for the upcoming FY21-22 budget discussion.

• Elected Cheryl L. Burke as Chair (5-4)
• Elected Jonathan Young as Vice-Chair (9-0)
• Appointed Kimberly Collins as Interim Clerk (9-0)
• Appointed Dr. Tracy Epp as Agent (8-1)
• Appointed Dr. Shadae Harris-Thomas as Deputy Agent (8-1)
• Approved $126,000 budget transfer for three Technology Services positions (9-0)
• Approved $205 travel cost each for four members to attend VSBA Conference (8-0)
• Approved minutes from April 6, Dec 7, and Dec 17, 2020 meetings (6-2)