Christina School District public meetings in 2021
27 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education will convene in open session at 5:30 p.m. on December 7, 2021, then likely vote to enter executive session before reconvening for the regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.
- Open session at 5:30 p.m.
- Anticipated vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina School District Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on December 7, 2021, at Gauger-Cobbs Middle School. The board voted to enter executive session, then reconvened in public session to approve the agenda, minutes, and a consent agenda that included personnel, financial reports, and several contracts. They also took action on construction documents for Bayard classroom renovations, design development for the new Bancroft School, a school calendar amendment, and administrative personnel and contracts.
- Approved consent agenda including personnel recommendations, monthly financial reports, choice recommendations, and legal settlements
- Approved amendments to contracts for district-wide tree maintenance and athletic fields maintenance services
- Approved HVAC system renovations/replacement at Marshall ES (CHR-20015-MARHVAC1), Brader ES (CHR-21022-ESSBRA), and Kirk MS (CHR-21025-ESSKIRK)
- Approved purchase of a used box truck with lift gate from Bayshore Ford Truck Sales
- Approved construction documents for Bayard classroom renovations and design development for Phase II of the new Bancroft School
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education is holding a workshop to discuss topics that may come up at future meetings for action. No official actions will be taken. The agenda includes discussions on the Wilmington Learning Collaborative and administrative contracts, plus public comment. The board may adjourn to executive session to discuss individual administrative contracts.
- Discussion of Wilmington Learning Collaborative
- Discussion of administrative contracts
- Public comment period
- Possible executive session for administrative contracts
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education is meeting in open session at 5:30 p.m., where it is expected to vote to enter executive session, then reconvene for a regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda contains no specific items for public discussion or decision.
- Vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met to approve several items including Phase I design development for the New Bancroft School construction. The board also reviewed the Citizen Budget Oversight Committee report and approved multiple service contracts regarding HVAC, fire systems, and transportation.
- Approval of Design Development for Phase I of the New Bancroft School Construction
- Approval of mechanical renovation construction drawings for Christina Early Education Center
- Approval of District-wide HVAC repair services contract amendment
- Approval of District-wide fire alarm and sprinkler system installation and repair services amendment
- Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Delaware Science Coalition
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina School District Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on October 12, 2021, at The Bancroft School. The board approved several action items, including renovations to Glasgow High School related to the district office move, an amendment to the Pathways of Delaware budget, and the first read of legislative priorities. The consent agenda, which included personnel recommendations, financial reports, and contracts, failed to pass due to abstentions.
- Approved renovations to Glasgow High School related to district office move
- Approved amendment to Pathways of Delaware budget (RFP #CHR-2019-11)
- Approved School Board Legislative Priorities (First Read)
- Consent agenda failed: personnel, financial reports, contracts, and legal settlements not approved
- Approved Citizen Budget Oversight Committee Report
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education is meeting in open session at 5:30 p.m., where it is expected to vote to enter executive session, then reconvene for a regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda contains no listed action items or discussion topics beyond the procedural schedule.
- Vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina School District Board of Education held a special meeting on September 27, 2021, at Gauger-Cobbs Middle School. The board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda (minus a personnel item), an administrative personnel recommendation, a Nurse MOU, and a COVID administrative procedure. All votes were unanimous with six members present.
- Approved COVID Administrative Procedure
- Approved Nurse MOU
- Approved Administrative Personnel Recommendation
- Removed Personnel Recommendation from consent agenda
- Approved Resolution on Upcoming Meetings
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education is meeting in open session, with plans to vote to enter executive session, then reconvene for a regular session. The agenda is procedural, with no specific action items listed.
- Vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina School District Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on September 14, 2021, at Gauger-Cobbs Middle School. The board approved a consent agenda that included personnel recommendations, financial reports, and several construction-related items, including a $9.7 million HVAC replacement project at Brader Elementary School and a $74,900 contract for design and project management services for an administrative office relocation. The board also approved the schematic design for the new Bancroft School and the design development for Bayard Classroom Renovations, along with a negotiated agreement for child nutrition staff.
- Approved amendment to ESSER construction waiver for Brader ES, increasing HVAC project estimate to $9,676,015
- Approved $74,900 contract for Design & Project Management Services for Administrative Office Relocation
- Approved Schematic Design Submission for the New Bancroft School
- Approved Design Development Submission for Bayard Classroom Renovations
- Approved Child Nutrition Negotiated Agreement with FY2023 total impact of $99,400
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education will convene in open session at 5:30 p.m. on September 14, 2021, then vote to enter executive session to discuss student discipline, choice recommendations, legal updates and settlements, and personnel matters. The board will reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.
- Motion to adjourn to executive session
- Student discipline discussion
- Choice recommendation discussion
- Legal updates and settlements
- Personnel matters and administrative recommendation
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education is meeting in open session on August 3, 2021, at 5:30 p.m., with an anticipated vote to enter executive session before reconvening for the regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes only a procedural adjournment item, with no other business listed.
- Open session at 5:30 p.m. with vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
- Adjournment as the only listed agenda item
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina School District Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on August 3, 2021, at Gauger-Cobbs Middle School. The board approved the consent agenda, which included personnel recommendations, financial reports, choice recommendations, legal settlements, and several construction-related contracts and waivers. They also approved a contract for School Resource Officer services and received a design progress update on the Bayard Classroom Renovations.
- Approved Consent Agenda including Personnel Recommendation, Monthly Financial Reports, Choice Recommendations FY2022, and Legal Settlements
- Approved RFP CHR 2021-15 Formative Assessment and RFP CHR 2021-20 Web Based Educational Program
- Approved Transportation Services contracts for FY 2021-2022
- Approved ESSER Construction Project Waivers for Brader ES, Jones ES, Kirk MS, and Shue-Medill MS
- Approved Contract Services for School Resource Officer Services with multiple police departments
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education is holding a virtual meeting that begins in open session to administer oaths of office to three board members, then moves into executive session for discussions on student choice recommendations, legal updates, and personnel matters. The board is expected to reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m. after the closed portion.
- Oath of office for Monica Moriak (District B), Donald Patton (District G), and Naveed Baqir (District F)
- Motion to adjourn to executive session
- Discussion of student choice recommendations for 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 (attachments listed)
- Legal updates and settlements discussion (none at this time for settlements)
- Personnel recommendations and administrative recommendations discussion
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met virtually on July 6, 2021, to handle routine business, including reorganization, approvals, and reports. The most consequential action was authorizing a $3,476,707.50 Certificate of Necessity for major capital renovations at the Brennen School's 'purple path' wing, funded by state money. The board also approved a Virtual Academy MOU, administrative personnel recommendations, and the Student Manual.
- Approved $3,476,707.50 Certificate of Necessity for Brennen School 'purple path' wing renovations
- Approved Virtual Academy MOU between CSD and CEA
- Approved administrative personnel recommendations
- Approved Student Manual (second read)
- Approved consent agenda including personnel report, financial reports, and contracts for web-based math intervention and substitute teaching services
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education will convene in open session, vote to enter executive session, then reconvene for a regular session. The agenda contains only procedural items, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.
- Open session at 5:30 p.m., anticipated vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
- Adjournment as the only listed agenda item
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met in open session, moved to executive session, then reconvened for a regular session. The board approved the agenda, minutes, and a Citizen Budget Oversight Committee report, and passed a consent agenda covering personnel, financial reports, and multiple contracts and RFPs.
- Approved consent agenda including personnel report, financial reports, expulsion recommendation, and choice recommendations
- Approved RFP for school-based health centers at Bayard and Bancroft Schools
- Approved RFP for secondary schools alternative program grades 6-12
- Approved RFP for tutoring services (critical needs)
- Approved renewals for district-wide plumbing, HVAC, and roofing repair services
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met in open session and approved a consent agenda that included personnel recommendations, monthly financial reports, choice recommendations, special services cases, a legal settlement, and multiple construction contracts. The board also accepted the Citizen Budget Oversight Committee report and heard public comments, including one about a City Memorandum of Understanding.
- Approved Christiana High School H Building roof replacement (CHR-21009-CHSROOF)
- Approved Marshall Elementary roof replacement (CHR-21004-MARROOF)
- Approved Leasure Elementary roof replacement (CHR-21008-LEAROOF)
- Approved Newark High School auditorium ADA renovations (CHR-21012-NHSADA) with base bid plus alternate #1 at $246,486
- Approved legal settlement (amount not specified)
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education will convene in open session on May 12, 2021, then vote to enter executive session before reconvening for the regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order and adjournment.
- Open session at 5:30 p.m. with anticipated vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina School District Board of Education is holding a workshop facilitated by Greenway Strategy Group to discuss expectations for the strategic planning process and product. Board members will also share their perceptions of district assets and opportunities to accelerate student success. The agenda includes a presentation and procedural items.
- Strategic planning presentation by Greenway Strategy Group
- Discussion of district assets and opportunities for student success
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met on April 13, 2021, in a general business session. They approved the consent agenda, which included personnel recommendations, financial reports, choice recommendations, and several contract services for school renovations. The board also accepted the Citizen Budget Oversight Committee report and heard a request for a school tax refund for 250 Executive Drive.
- Approved contract for Newark High School auditorium renovations
- Approved contract for Christiana High School Ag Science classrooms renovations
- Approved contract for Pulaski Elementary School restroom and ventilator renovations
- Approved first reads of multiple board policy revisions
- Heard request for school tax refund for 250 Executive Drive
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education will hold an open session on April 13, 2021, at 5:30 p.m., with an anticipated vote to enter executive session, then reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order and adjournment, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.
- Open session at 5:30 p.m., April 13, 2021
- Anticipated vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education will convene in open session, then vote to enter executive session, and reconvene for a regular session. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order and adjournment, with no substantive discussion items listed.
- Open session at 6:00 p.m., anticipated vote to enter executive session
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met in open session, voted to enter executive session, then reconvened for a regular session. The board approved a consent agenda that included personnel, financial reports, choice recommendations, a legal settlement, and several construction and security contracts. They also approved changes to graduation requirements and tabled a teacher union memorandum on recording lessons.
- Approved construction management services for the new Bancroft School/Campus
- Approved contract services for CHS and NHS entry lobby security renovations
- Approved contract services for Jones ES ERV replacement
- Approved proposed change to CSD graduation requirements
- Tabled CEA MOU on recording lessons
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education is meeting on February 9, 2021, starting with an open session at 6:00 p.m., where it is expected to vote to go into executive session, then reconvene for a regular session at 7:00 p.m. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order and adjournment, with no listed discussion or action items.
- Vote to enter executive session anticipated
- Regular session scheduled to reconvene at 7:00 p.m.
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met virtually on January 12, 2021, and took action on several items, including approving a new policy on transgender and gender non-conforming students, adopting a new elementary ELA curriculum, and approving a consent agenda with financial reports and contract amendments. The board also received reports on reopening and school renovations.
- Approved Policy 02.27 on transgender and gender non-conforming students (second read)
- Adopted Benchmark Advance ELA curriculum for grades K-5
- Approved $29,300 amendment to Fearn-Clendaniel contract for Marshall ES HVAC, total $655,390
- Approved tax abatement request for 702 Halstead Road, Wilmington
- Approved use of VSA funds for minor capital projects
Christina Board of Education - Archive
The Christina Board of Education met virtually on January 12, 2021, for an executive session. The agenda consists solely of procedural items: a call to order, a vote to go into executive session, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed in this document.
- Vote to enter executive session at 6:00 p.m.
- Reconvene in regular session at 7:00 p.m.