The School Board of Marion County public meetings in 2021
54 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding a regular meeting with procedural items, public comments, and two substantive actions: approving the Five Year District Facilities Work Program for fiscal years 2021-2022 through 2025-2026, and approving Resolution 21-11 for redistricting the five School Board member residence areas. The board also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from prior meetings.
- Approved Five Year District Facilities Work Program for FY 2021-2022 through 2025-2026 (Capital Projects Fund)
- Approved Resolution 21-11 redistricting the five district School Board member residence areas
- Approved minutes from seven prior meetings (Sept 28, Oct 7, Oct 12, Oct 21, Oct 26, Nov 1, Nov 4)
- Public hearing held for the facilities work program
- Public comment opportunity (5-minute limit per speaker)
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main agenda item is a presentation and discussion of NEOLA policy review, with public input allowed after the formal presentation. The meeting also includes the superintendent's briefing and board member comments.
- NEOLA Policy Review presentation and discussion
- Public input limited to 3 minutes on work session topics
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Board member comments and concerns
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
This meeting was a Special Administrative Briefing and Work Session of the Marion County School Board that was canceled. The agenda included a procedural call to order, a presentation on NEOLA Policy Review, and adjournment, but no decisions or discussions took place because the meeting did not occur.
- Meeting canceled
- NEOLA Policy Review was on the agenda
- Scheduled for 9:00 A.M. at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, Florida
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held an administrative briefing and work session to discuss several departmental updates. The session included presentations on the self-funded health plan enrollment and a partnership with the Marion County Hospital District.
- Stop Loss Enrollment Update for the Self Funded Health Plan
- Marion County Hospital District presentation regarding partnership with schools
- Review of the 2022-2023 Instructional Calendar
- Superintendent's Administrative Briefing on current events
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a special administrative briefing and work session on November 17, 2021. The main agenda item was a review and discussion of NEOLA policy updates, presented as a work session topic. Public input was allowed after the formal presentation, with comments limited to three minutes per person. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including call to order and adjournment.
- Review and discussion of NEOLA policy updates (presentation)
- Public input allowed on work session topics (3-minute limit)
- Meeting held at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, FL
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held its annual organizational meeting to set the 2022 regular and special meeting schedule, elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, and acknowledge the Superintendent as Secretary. All actions were procedural and passed unanimously except the Chair election, which was split.
- Re-adopted regular meetings on second and fourth Tuesdays, except fourth Tuesday in December, starting at 5:30 p.m. at 512 S.E. Third Street, Ocala.
- Scheduled four special meetings: July 21, 2022 (tentative budget), Aug. 2, 2022 (public hearing tentative budget), Sept. 9, 2022 (public hearing final budget), Nov. 22, 2022 (organizational).
- Elected Eric Cummings as Chair (3-2 vote) and Allison Campbell as Vice-Chair (unanimous).
- Acknowledged Superintendent as Ex Officio Secretary and Elena Martinez-Lopez as Board Clerk, Nicole Prestipino as Deputy Clerk.
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board Leasing Corporation held its annual organizational meeting, which is a procedural session required by its Articles of Incorporation. The board confirmed continuation of procedures, reviewed them with the attorney, and elected officers for both the Board of Directors and the Corporation. All motions passed unanimously.
- Elected Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors
- Elected President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer of the Corporation
- Confirmed continuation of procedures per Articles of Incorporation
- Proof of due notice of publication accepted
- Meeting adjourned by motion
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a public hearing and adopted the 2021-2022 Student Progression Plan, which sets promotion and graduation requirements for K-12 students. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $175,000 contract with Voyager Sopris Learning for reading intervention materials and a $5,000 fine arts mini-grant. The meeting included approval of minutes from prior meetings and public comments.
- Public hearing to adopt 2021-2022 Student Progression Plan
- Contract with Voyager Sopris Learning, Inc. for $175,000 for REWARDS reading program
- Mini-grant of $5,000 from Marion Cultural Alliance for fine arts theater program
- Approval of minutes from five prior meetings (Aug 24, Sep 7, Sep 9, Sep 14, Sep 23)
- Public address period for residents
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held an administrative briefing and work session to discuss several district topics. The session included presentations on Howard Academy updates, COVID-19 status, and a review of quarterly data.
- Review and discussion of Board Member Residence Areas
- Howard Academy Community Center updates
- COVID-19 updates
- Quarterly Data Review
- 5-Year Work Plan updates
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on November 1, 2021, primarily to approve Resolution No. 21-10, which grants up to ten days of uncompensated leave for specified COVID-19-related reasons. The resolution was approved with a 3-1 vote, with Eric Cummings dissenting. The meeting also included procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, public comments, board comments, and adjournment.
- Approved Resolution No. 21-10 granting up to 10 days of uncompensated COVID-19 leave, effective Nov 1, 2021 through Jan 29, 2022
- Vote: 3-1 (Yea: Kelly King, Nancy Thrower, Allison Campbell; Nay: Eric Cummings)
- Public comment period included requests from Mark Avery and Chris Altobello
- Resolution can be amended or rescinded by the Board without notice
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on October 26, 2021, at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala. The board approved the agenda, minutes from several prior meetings, and a consent agenda that included a $4,000 contract with Marion County for the Kingdom of the Sun Basketball Tournament at Vanguard High School. The meeting also included public address opportunities and internal audits for two elementary schools.
- Approved $4,000 sport funding contract with Marion County for Kingdom of the Sun Basketball Tournament at Vanguard High School
- Approved internal audits for Belleview Elementary School and Reddick-Collier Elementary School for 2020-2021
- Approved minutes from August 5, 10, 12, 16, and 19, 2021 meetings
- Public address requests from Chris Altobello and Gary White
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The School Board is conducting an administrative briefing and work session to receive updates. The meeting includes discussions regarding COVID-19 and transportation updates.
- COVID-19 updates and review of Resolution No. 21-09 regarding extended leave provisions
- Transportation updates presentation
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board met to approve several items regarding curriculum and academic fees. Key actions included renewing a music education pilot program for specific elementary schools and paying fees for Cambridge and International Baccalaureate programs.
- Renewal of $105,000 Early Childhood Music Education Incentive Pilot Program at Ft. McCoy, Ocala Springs, and Reddick-Collier Elementary
- Approval of $9,066.71 for Cambridge (AICE) fees at Belleview, North Marion, Vanguard, and Lake Weir High Schools
- Approval of $10,050.00 for International Baccalaureate annual fees at Howard Middle School
- Approval of $8,173.50 purchase from Florida School Book Depository of Florida Statewide
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. The meeting includes presentations regarding COVID-19 updates, the Early Childhood Learning Academy, and a Student Progression Plan.
- COVID-19 updates presentation
- Early Childhood Learning Academy review
- Student Progression Plan discussion
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve routine items and several action items, including a resolution extending COVID-19 paid leave, lease agreements for Head Start programs, and a contract for child safety curriculum. The board also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from prior meetings.
- Resolution 21-09 extends COVID-19 paid leave through Oct 31, 2021
- Lease agreements with Episcopal Children's Services for Head Start at Fessenden Elementary, Reddick-Collier Elementary, and Howard Academy (5-year terms, up to $4,896/yr, $4,920/yr, $22,560/yr respectively)
- Contract with Kimberly's Center for Child Safety Matters curriculum for elementary and secondary students
- FDLRS agreement with Levy County for $91,500 for assistive technology services
- Approval of minutes from June 30 and July 22, 2021 special meetings
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. They will receive updates on COVID-19, hear presentations on the Public Education Foundation and FSSAT, and discuss construction projects and district office design options. The meeting is a work session, so items are for discussion and review, not final decisions.
- COVID-19 updates
- Annual Public Education Foundation report
- FSSAT presentation
- Construction projects and district office design options
- Disaster relief bonus criteria attachment
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on September 14, 2021, approving the agenda, minutes, and several consent items. Key actions included adopting the 2021-2023 District Safety and Loss Prevention Manual and approving two ESSER II grant applications totaling over $51 million for academic acceleration and lump-sum COVID-19 relief. The board also approved a $223,169.24 data share agreement with Frog Street Press for prekindergarten curriculum.
- Approved $11,309,196 ESSER II grant for Academic Acceleration Assistance
- Approved $40,147,648 ESSER II grant for Lump Sum
- Approved $223,169.24 Special Data Share Agreement with Frog Street Press, LLC
- Adopted 2021-2023 District Safety and Loss Prevention Manual
- Approved minutes from June 22, 2021 meetings
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board holds an administrative briefing and work session to discuss updates and topics, including the Howard Academy Committee, COVID-19 updates, legislative agenda preparation, and the Christmas parade. Public comments are allowed on agenda items, and the meeting is procedural in nature.
- Howard Academy Committee discussion with attached PowerPoint and public comments
- COVID-19 updates including substitute teacher wage and Florida Blue employer reporting
- Legislative agenda prep for October Marion County Legislative Delegation meeting
- Christmas parade presentation and discussion
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
This is a special meeting of the Marion County School Board held solely for the oath of office. The board will swear in newly appointed District II member Donald Browning, as required by Florida Statute, and then adjourn.
- Oath of office for newly appointed School Board Member Donald Browning (District II)
- Meeting at 5:00 p.m. at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, Florida
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting with public hearings to adopt the final FY 2021-2022 budget and millage rates. The board approved a total millage rate of 6.903, which is 4.39% above the rolled-back rate, and adopted the final budget of $746,566,213. The board also approved budget amendments, the June 2021 financial report, and the annual financial report for FY ending June 30, 2021.
- Adopted Resolution 21-06 setting millage rate at 6.903 mills (rolled-back rate 6.6128)
- Adopted Resolution 21-07 final budget of $746,566,213 for FY 2021-2022
- Approved Budget Resolution No. 10: June 2021 amendments (General Fund revenues +$1,710,253)
- Approved June 2021 financial report: revenues $531,328,737.70, expenditures $517,975,778.31
- Approved Annual Financial Report for FY ending June 30, 2021
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held an administrative briefing and work session to discuss several district topics. The session included a review of the draft Strategic Plan, discussions on the Early Childhood Academy, and a continuation of the budget review process.
- Review of Draft Marion County Public Schools Strategic Plan
- Discussion regarding Resolution 21-08
- Presentation on Early Childhood Academy
- Discussion of terminal pay and benefits for employees
- Continuation of Safe Schools tentative budget review
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The School Board convened an emergency meeting to discuss COVID-19 and determine how the district will move forward. The discussion included reviewing protocols for elementary and secondary schools, student exclusion checklists, and instructional continuity.
- Discussion of COVID-19 updates and future direction
- Review of COVID protocol checklists for elementary and secondary schools
- Review of coding for COVID-19 related student exclusion
- Review of memo regarding CAO procedures for instructional continuity
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
This special administrative briefing and work session includes presentations on the capital budget and other funds. The Board will also review COVID-19 updates, interagency updates, and the 5-year district facilities work plan.
- COVID-19 updates
- Capital Budget and Other Funds presentation
- 5-Year District Facilities Work Program review
- Interagency updates
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on August 10, 2021, approving the agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and a consent agenda of routine items. The consent agenda included contracts for literacy partnership with the University of Florida, special education curriculum licenses, and speech-language pathologist services. Public comment was also scheduled.
- Approved standard agreement with University of Florida Literacy Institute for literacy professional development at four elementary schools (Reddick-Collier, Anthony, Fessenden, Sparr)
- Approved $97,678.28 contract with Jigsaw Learning, LLC for TeachTown enCORE curriculum for students with significant cognitive disabilities and autism
- Approved $303,766.25 in independent contractor agreements for speech-language pathologists for 2021-2022 school year
- Approved $526.71 payment for Cambridge (AICE) fees at Belleview High School and North Marion High School
- Approved $10,000.00 purchase of digital access math codes from Florida School Book Depository
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a public hearing to adopt the tentative millage rates (Resolution 21-04) and tentative budget (Resolution 21-05) for fiscal year 2021-2022. Both resolutions passed unanimously. The final budget hearing is scheduled for September 7, 2021, with work sessions on August 5, 12, and 19.
- Adopted tentative millage rates Resolution 21-04
- Adopted tentative budget Resolution 21-05
- Public hearing held for FY 2021-2022 budget
- Final budget hearing set for September 7, 2021
- Three budget work sessions scheduled in August
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on July 27, 2021, approving the agenda, minutes, and a consent agenda of routine items. The board voted to rescind a prior COVID-19 leave resolution and approve a new one extending certain paid leave provisions through September 30, 2021. It also approved a $207,000 grant application for early learning/child care providers and a $90,163.43 software subscription renewal.
- Rescinded Resolution No. 20-07 on COVID-19 sick leave and uncompensated leave
- Approved Resolution No. 21-03 extending FFCRA provisions with 5 additional paid leave days, retroactive to July 1, 2021, through September 30, 2021
- Approved $207,000 grant application for early learning/child care provider emergency funding
- Approved $90,163.43 Fourth Amendment with Follett School Solutions, Inc. for Destiny software
- Approved $35,912.00 agreement with Stirrups N Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc.
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting to receive the tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The board approved the budget for advertising purposes only and scheduled a public hearing for July 27, 2021. The final budget is expected to be approved at a special meeting on September 7, 2021.
- Received tentative budget for FY 2021-2022
- Approved budget for advertising purposes only
- Scheduled public hearing on tentative budget for July 27, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. in the Board Room
- Newspaper notices to run on July 24, 2021
- Final budget approval scheduled for September 7, 2021
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board holds an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and review several topics, including COVID-19 updates, a draft 5-year district facilities work plan, the Reddick-Collier gym update, and the annual equity report. Public comments on the COVID-19 topic are attached. The meeting is primarily for discussion and review, not final decisions.
- COVID-19 updates with public comments from Brian Karth, Lucy Sullivan, and Tracy Okus
- Five Year District Facilities Work Program 22-26 Projects (1) A.pdf (1,041 KB)
- Reddick-Collier Gym update presentation
- 2020-2021 Annual Educational Equity Update 7-22-21.pdf (1,473 KB)
- 2020-2021 District Administrative and Faculty Positions.pdf (596 KB)
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on June 30, 2021, to consider and approve Resolution 21-02, which temporarily adopts nine board policies to address findings from the State of Florida Auditor Compliance Supplement report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2020. The board voted 3-0 to approve the resolution, with one member not present. The meeting also included procedural items such as call to order, inspiration and pledge, and adjournment.
- Approved Resolution 21-02 for temporary approval of Board Policies 5.301 (Student Conduct), 2.150 (Bullying and Harassment), 6.290 (Mandatory Reporting of Misconduct), 7.201 (Grant Funds), 7.202 (Internal Controls), 7.203 (Cash Management of Grants), 7.204 (Cost Principles - Spending Federal Funds), 7.205 (Time and Effort Reporting), and 7.206 (Procurement - Federal Grants/Funds)
- Resolution is temporary for 90 days to allow time for public review and proper rulemaking
- Motion carried with Yea votes from Nancy Thrower, Eric Cummings, and Allison Campbell; Kelly King not present
- Meeting held at 512 SE Third Street, Ocala, Florida
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding a special administrative briefing and work session. The main item is a presentation and discussion on the Evergreen Attendance Zone, which may affect school assignments. The meeting also includes the superintendent's briefing and board member comments.
- Review and discussion of Evergreen Attendance Zone
- Superintendent's administrative briefing on current events
- Public input allowed on work session topics
- Board member comments and concerns
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a public hearing and approved the 2021-2022 Mental Health Plan, funded at $2,158,344 from the General Fund, in compliance with the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act. The board also approved consent agenda items including payroll schedules, budget amendments, and vendor contracts for food service equipment and paint supplies.
- Approved 2021-2022 MCPS Mental Health Plan with $2,158,344 budget
- Approved Budget Resolution Number 9 for May 2021 amendments (General Fund appropriations +$316,801)
- Approved Bid 3873AH Food Service Large Equipment term contract, $600,000 yearly estimate
- Approved Bid 3876GM Paint and Painting Equipment, $65,000 yearly estimate
- Approved payroll schedules for 2021-2022 fiscal year
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and review several topics, including COVID-19 updates, B.E.S.T. standards, a school planning update, MTI/MTC relocation options, and referendum options. Public comment is allowed on agenda items, with a three-minute limit per speaker.
- COVID-19 updates presentation with summer school collage attachment
- B.E.S.T. Standards presentation
- School Planning Update presentation
- MTI/MTC Relocation Options discussion with potential savings attachment
- Referendum Options presentation
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a public hearing and approved the initial contract for Ocali Charter High School, allowing it to open in August 2022. The board also approved a consent agenda covering property disposal, budget amendments, and service contracts, along with routine items like minutes and the meeting agenda.
- Approved Ocali Charter High School contract (opening August 2022)
- Approved disposal of tangible property valued at $251,714.73
- Approved Budget Resolution Number 8 for April 2021 amendments
- Approved bid for wastewater treatment plant services ($100,000/year)
- Approved bid for water treatment services ($60,000/year)
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and review several topics, including COVID-19 updates, construction projects, the 5-year school plant survey, hurricane preparedness, a special detail agreement with the sheriff's office, a new charter school contract, the Public Education Foundation, and the 2021-2022 general insurance renewal. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and review.
- COVID-19 updates presentation
- Construction projects update with monthly report
- 5-Year School Plant Survey update
- Hurricane briefing update
- 2021-2022 general insurance renewal review
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a public hearing and approved revisions to the Code of Student Conduct for the 2021-2022 school year, with one dissenting vote. The board also approved a consent agenda covering appointments, property disposition, and multiple vendor contracts for supplies like engine oil and HVAC parts.
- Approved revisions to the 2021-2022 Code of Student Conduct (motion carried 4-1, Kelly King dissenting)
- Approved $268,837.76 disposition of obsolete tangible property
- Awarded Bid 3867MF for engine oil and lubricants to Palmdale Oil Company, estimated $85,000/year
- Awarded Bid 3870GM for HVAC supplies to three vendors, estimated $90,000/year
- Corrected Bid 3859AH tabulation, re-awarding arts supplies line items 77-87 to Pyramid School Products
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held an administrative briefing and work session to review several district topics. Discussions included COVID-19 updates, the external operator for Oakcrest Elementary School, and Evergreen Elementary TOP 2 plan options.
- COVID-19 updates presentation
- Review of External Operator for Oakcrest Elementary School
- Discussion of Evergreen Elementary TOP 2 Plan Options
- 5-Year School Plant Survey presentation (part 2 of 2)
- Military Choice Academy discussion
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting with procedural items, recognitions, and public hearings. The board adopted the District Emergency Management Procedures Manual and held a public hearing on adopted instructional materials for 13 courses, with an estimated cost of $7,500,000. Consent agenda items included budget timeline approval and property disposition.
- Adopted District Emergency Management Procedures Manual
- Public hearing on 2020-2021 instructional materials for 13 courses, estimated $7,500,000
- Approved 2021-2022 budget presentation timeline (June 1 - October 10, 2021)
- Approved disposition of tangible property, including donation to Marion County Fire Rescue, $114,098.28
- Recognized City of Ocala Fiber Network as business partner for three elementary schools
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. Topics include an Ocala Recreation and Parks presentation, COVID-19 updates, a recommendation for an external operator at Oakcrest Elementary, MTI/MTC properties, and referendum options. The board will also discuss membership dues and hear public comments.
- Ocala Recreation and Parks presentation
- COVID-19 updates
- Recommendation for external operator at Oakcrest Elementary for 2021-2022
- MTI/MTC properties relocation options
- Referendum options
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a public hearing to decide on the application for Ocali Charter High School, which is scheduled to open in August 2022. The Board also approved several administrative and financial items, including budget amendments and service contracts.
- Approval of Ocali Charter High School application for August 2022 opening
- Agreement with City of Ocala for Police Special Duty Officers at $50 per hour
- Disposition of $1,793,441.90 in tangible property and a donation to the Sheriff's Office
- Approval of March 2021 budget amendments, including a $1,701,240 decrease in General Fund revenues
- Award of recycling services contract to Florida Express Environmental, LLC for an estimated $100,000 annually
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss several topics, including COVID-19 updates, long-range planning, the Code of Student Conduct, a comprehensive mental health plan, and a quarterly transformation presentation. The board will also hear public input on these agenda items and consider appointments to the Value Adjustment Board.
- COVID-19 updates with ESSER II PowerPoint and handouts, including proposed 2021-22 afterschool program budgets with current and increased rates
- Long Range Planning presentation (Long Range Planning 210415 FINAL.pdf)
- Code of Student Conduct (2 of 2) discussion, including alternatively placed student graduation ceremony options
- Comprehensive Mental Health Plan (1 of 2) for 2021-2022, updated 4.8.21
- Quarter 3 Transformation Presentation (2020 QSMA 3)
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, a revised COVID-19 leave resolution, and a consent agenda covering travel, property disposal, financial reports, and a bus parts contract. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy debates or public hearings listed.
- Revised Resolution No. 21-01: five additional paid COVID-19 leave days for employees, effective until June 30, 2021
- Approval of out-of-county travel for School Board members to FSBA Summer Conference, June 9-11, 2021
- Disposition of tangible property valued at $42,463.89
- Monthly Financial Report for February 2021: revenues $360,424,414.74, expenditures $281,188,697.41
- Bid 3865MF for OEM heavy truck and bus parts, $300,000 annual estimate, term May 1, 2021 - April 30, 2022
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and review several topics, including COVID-19 updates, a new charter school application, the annual review of alternative learning, the Code of Student Conduct, and 2022 funding projections for the self-funded health plan. The board will also review the 5-year school plant survey and the district emergency management procedure manual. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.
- COVID-19 updates
- 5 Year School Plant Survey and District Offices/MTI Updates
- New Charter School Application Review (Ocali Charter High School)
- Annual Review of Alternative Learning
- 2021 Updates and 2022 Funding Projections – Self Funded Health Plan
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding a work session to discuss several topics, including accelerating learners, a proposed Early Childhood Learning Academy, updates on district offices and the MTI, transportation and custodial updates, and a social emotional learning curriculum. Public comment is allowed on each topic after the formal presentation.
- Accelerating Learners work session topic
- Early Childhood Learning Academy proposal with presentation slides
- District Offices/MTI Update with presentation
- Transportation/Custodial Updates
- Social Emotional Learning Curriculum
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding a public hearing to receive comments on recommended instructional materials for 13 English Language Arts courses, with a vote scheduled for March 23, 2021. The board will also consider a resolution granting five additional paid COVID-19 leave days and approve routine items like the January financial report and a portable building relocation contract.
- Public hearing on 2020-2021 instructional materials for 13 courses, estimated cost $7,500,000
- Resolution No. 21-01: five additional paid COVID-19 leave days, retroactive to Jan 4, 2021, until Mar 31, 2021
- Bid 3861GM: Portable Building Relocation Services to A-Team Structural Moving Engineers Inc., $50,000 yearly estimate
- Monthly Financial Report for January 2021: revenue $315,776,272.37, expenditures $239,682,982.29
- Approval of revised Jan 21 and Jan 26, 2021 meeting minutes
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session. The main agenda item is a review and discussion of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) special programs and procedures, with a presentation attached. The meeting also includes a superintendent's briefing, board comments, and procedural items.
- Review and discussion of ESE Special Program and Procedures
- Superintendent's Administrative Briefing on current events/concerns
- Public input allowed on work session topics after formal presentations
- Board members' comments and concerns
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on February 23, 2021, approving a consent agenda that included several purchasing contracts and budget amendments. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings and heard public comments from three individuals.
- Approved Bid 3857AH for janitorial and sanitary paper supplies, $600,000 annual estimate, term March 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022
- Approved Bid 3858AH for classroom supplies, $375,000 annual estimate, term March 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022
- Approved Bid 3859AH for art supplies, $250,000 annual estimate, term March 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022
- Approved Budget Resolution Number 5 for January 2021 amendments, increasing General Fund revenues by $46,155 and appropriations by $72,755
- Approved disposition of tangible property valued at $30,834
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held an administrative briefing and work session to discuss several topics. The session included a review of Social Emotional Learning curriculum and the McIntosh Charter School renewal application.
- Review and discussion of Social Emotional Learning Curriculum
- Review of McIntosh Charter School Renewal Application
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Committee Update
- Construction Projects Update
- Quarter 2 Transformation Schools Data Update
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on February 9, 2021, approving the agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and a consent agenda of routine items. The most substantive action was approving a $60,605.98 grant application for K-12 civic literacy reading materials, funded by federal CARES Act money. The board also approved disposal of obsolete property valued at $1,826,180.43 and a $80,000 bid for toner cartridges.
- Approved grant application for K-12 Civic Literacy Reading List ($60,605.98 from ESSER/CARES Act)
- Approved disposition of tangible property valued at $1,826,180.43
- Approved Bid 3855GM for toner cartridges ($80,000/year, term March 1, 2021–Feb 28, 2022)
- Approved expenditure increase for Bid 3759MM for indoor air quality/asbestos abatement ($75,000)
- Approved monthly financial report for December 2020 (revenue $215,641,379.27; expenditures $204,987,470.55)
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held an administrative briefing and work session on February 4, 2021. The meeting focused on reviewing the Annual Investment Report, the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Update, and the district staffing plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the agenda text, as the session was designated for discussion and presentation.
- Review of the Annual Investment Report
- Review of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget Update (December 31, 2020)
- Review of Schools/Summer/District Staffing Plan
- Discussion of Recommended Instructional Materials for Adoption (ELA)
- COVID-19 Updates presentation
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a special meeting on February 2, 2021, where it approved changes to the Trades and Services Temporary Employee salary schedule. The board voted unanimously to increase the minimum wage from $8.56 to $8.65 per hour and bus driver pay from $8.56 to $15.35 per hour. The meeting also included procedural items such as the call to order, pledge of allegiance, and public comment period.
- Approved changes to Trades and Services Temporary Employee salary schedule: minimum wage from $8.56 to $8.65, bus driver from $8.56 to $15.35
- Public comment period for items on the agenda or school operations (5-minute limit per speaker)
- Board and Superintendent comments and reports
- Meeting adjournment
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board met on January 26, 2021, and approved a consent agenda that included the disposition of obsolete property, a monthly financial report, budget amendments, and several contract renewals. Two items were moved to discussion, and one was withdrawn. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Approved renewal of Bid 3749GM for gasoline, diesel, and biodiesel with Indigo Energy Partners, LLC, estimated at $3,500,000 for March 1, 2021 through February 29, 2022.
- Approved renewal of Bid 3787AH for temporary labor for food service substitutes with FastTrack Staffing Inc., estimated at $490,000.
- Approved disposition of tangible property valued at $117,288.21, deemed obsolete or unrepairable.
- Approved Budget Resolution Number 4 for December 2020 amendments, increasing General Fund appropriations by $28,927.
- Approved minutes from November 10, 2020, and November 17, 2020, meetings.
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding a work session to review and discuss three topics: a social-emotional learning curriculum, a turnaround option plan for Evergreen Elementary, and COVID-impacted benefit decisions for 2021. The meeting includes an administrative briefing and public comments limited to three minutes on agenda items.
- Review of Social Emotional Learning Curriculum with handouts including Caring School Community Ratings and Rethink Ed Rating Review
- Discussion of Turnaround Option Plan for Evergreen Elementary
- COVID Impacted Benefit Decisions 2021 with cost waiver attachment
- Superintendent's Administrative Briefing on current events/concerns
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board held a regular meeting on January 12, 2021, approving a consent agenda that included budget amendments, bid renewals, and a fiber services contract. The board also approved a resolution to implement a student crime watch program. The meeting was largely procedural, with no major policy debates or public hearings.
- Approved Budget Resolution Number 3 for November 2020, decreasing General Fund revenues by $1,565,280 and appropriations by $144,807
- Approved pricing adjustment on 38 items in Bid 3808GM for electrical supplies (approx. $300,000/year) due to market volatility
- Renewed Bid 3734GM for roof repair and installation with Marion/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Co. (approx. $300,000/year)
- Approved RFP 3841RC for fiber services to Dunnellon Elementary, Middle, High, Romeo Elementary, and District Data Center ($475,488)
- Approved Resolution 20-11 to implement a student crime watch program via Text-A-Tip and FortifyFL
School Board - BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2008-2026)
The Marion County School Board is holding an administrative briefing and work session to discuss and review several topics, including the Spring 2021 Education Plan, the 2021-2022 instructional calendar, annual reports from charter schools, redistricting of school attendance boundaries, construction project updates, and the Student Crime Watch Program. These are work session discussions, not final decisions, and public input is limited to agenda items.
- Spring 2021 Education Plan
- 2021-2022 Instructional Calendar Review (draft calendar attached)
- Annual reports and audits for Ocali Charter, McIntosh Area School, and Marion Charter
- Redistricting schools/attendance boundaries, including Evergreen Elementary facility options
- Construction projects update (monthly update as of 12-18-20)