Montgomery County Public Schools public meetings in 2025
43 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the superintendent search. The meeting included procedural actions such as adopting the agenda, entering closed session, and certifying the closed session's compliance with Virginia law.
- Adopted agenda as presented
- Entered closed session to discuss superintendent search personnel matter
- Certified closed session compliance with Virginia law
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the superintendent search. The board adopted the agenda, entered a closed session authorized by Virginia law, and later certified that only legally exempted matters were discussed.
- Motion to enter closed session for superintendent search at 4:04 p.m.
- Certification that closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a regular session on December 2, 2025, focusing on recognitions, financial approvals, and textbook and committee decisions. The board adopted the agenda, approved minutes and a $4,000 donation, and recognized outgoing member Linwood Hudson and student achievers. Key actions included approving a new general music textbook, revising salary scales for facilities and transportation positions, and advancing a memorandum of understanding to extend a certified collective bargaining agreement.
- Approved Quaver Music as the new General Music Textbook
- Approved salary scale revisions for facilities and transportation positions
- Recognized Linwood Hudson for service on the School Board
- Approved $4,000 donation from Blacksburg Regional Art Association to high school art departments
- Approved payment of $15,151,239.24 in bills for FY 2025–2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special session that included a closed session for student disciplinary matters, followed by certification of the closed meeting’s legality. In open session, the Board discussed finalizing the superintendent leadership profile and next steps in the superintendent search process.
- Certification of closed session discussing three student disciplinary matters
- Discussion on finalizing superintendent leadership profile with BWP & Associates
- Discussion on logistics for future superintendent search meetings
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a work session that included a closed session for student and personnel matters, then returned to open session to approve a $12,002,259.78 payment of bills and a $313,000 supplemental appropriation for school nutrition programs. The board also received updates on the superintendent search, discussed 2026 legislative priorities, and approved several committee appointments and a policy first read on monitoring disparities.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $12,002,259.78 for FY 2025-2026
- Authorized $313,000 supplemental appropriation for School Nutrition Programs
- Received superintendent search update from BWP & Associates LTD including survey and community engagement results
- Approved elevator upgrades for dual functionality
- Discussed 2026 Legislative Priorities
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board met in a special closed session to discuss one student disciplinary matter, as authorized by Virginia law. The board voted to enter closed session, later returned to open session, and certified that only lawful topics were discussed.
- Closed session to discuss one student disciplinary matter under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(2)
- Board voted unanimously to enter closed session at 6:03 p.m.
- Board returned to open session at 6:49 p.m.
- Board certified closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved several financial measures, including a personnel report and a capital project transfer. The board also voted to participate in the New River Valley Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities and appointed a new Deputy Clerk.
- Payment of bills for FY 2025-2026 totaling $10,496,737.74
- Supplemental appropriation of $790,000 to the 2025-2026 School Operating Budget via 'GO VIRGINIA'
- Capital project transfer request of $80,000 to the 2025-2026 School Capital Budget
- Appointment of Rhonda Reid as Deputy Clerk
- Legal services contract awarded to HP Law, PLLC
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board and Board of Supervisors held a joint meeting to discuss the superintendent search, an overview of county and school operations, a facilities study, interest earnings on school bond proceeds, and the budget process. The board also entered closed session to discuss a personnel matter, including an employee appeal, and later certified the closed session and voted on the appeal.
- Discussion of MCPS superintendent search update, including survey, community engagement calendar, and position announcement
- Overview of Montgomery County and MCPS operations presented
- Information provided on MCPS Facilities Study
- Discussion of interest earnings on school bond proceeds for school projects
- Closed session to discuss a personnel matter, including an employee appeal
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board met in a special closed session to discuss one student disciplinary matter and one personnel matter (an employee appeal). The board approved electronic participation for two members who were out of town, entered closed session, and later returned to open session to certify the closed meeting was lawful. A vote on a personnel matter was tabled.
- Approved electronic participation for Dr. Derek Rountree and Ms. Dana Partin
- Entered closed session to discuss one student disciplinary matter and one personnel matter (employee appeal)
- Returned to open session at 9:30 p.m. and certified the closed session as lawful
- Tabled a vote on a personnel matter
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special closed session to discuss three personnel matters and one student disciplinary matter, as authorized by Virginia law. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session at 6:04 p.m., extended it past 11:00 p.m., and returned to open session at 11:13 p.m. After certifying the closed session was lawful, the board approved a personnel report with one member opposed. No public business was conducted in open session.
- Closed session to discuss three personnel matters including an employee appeal, employee discussion, and personnel report
- Closed session to discuss one student disciplinary matter
- Motion to extend closed session past 11:00 p.m. carried unanimously
- Personnel report approved 6-1, with Penny Franklin opposed
- Board certified closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved a $440,000 supplemental appropriation to the 2025-2026 operating budget and adopted revisions to Policy 5-4.4 on professional growth. The board also heard presentations on the superintendent search process and the New River Valley Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities, and discussed data analysis and monitoring of student conduct.
- Supplemental appropriation of $440,000 to the 2025-2026 School Operating Budget approved
- Payment of bills totaling $8,325,216.65 for FY 2025-2026 approved
- Policy 5-4.4 (Licensed Personnel: Professional Growth) revised and adopted up to item #10
- Presentation on superintendent search process by BWP & Associates
- First read of policy draft on elevator accessibility at school events
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special session to appoint a consultant for the superintendent search. The board also conducted two closed sessions to discuss student disciplinary matters and purchasing strategy.
- Appointment of BWP & Associates as the superintendent search firm consultant
- Closed session regarding two student disciplinary matters
- Closed session regarding a purchasing matter for a superintendent search firm
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special session to hear presentations from three superintendent search firms: BWP & Associates LTD, Berkley Group, and McPherson & Jacobson. The board also entered closed session to discuss a student disciplinary matter, an employee appeal, and to interview the search firms. The meeting included a motion to amend the agenda to remove a vote on an interim superintendent.
- Presentations from three superintendent search firms: BWP & Associates LTD, Berkley Group, and McPherson & Jacobson
- Closed session to discuss one student disciplinary matter and one employee appeal
- Closed session to interview three superintendent search firms as purchasing matters
- Motion carried to amend the agenda, removing the interim superintendent vote and changing the personnel matter topic
- Board certified both closed sessions complied with Virginia law
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board voted to appoint Dr. Lois Graham as interim superintendent and approved her contract. The board also approved changing Friday, October 24, 2025, to an early release day due to a Virginia Tech home football game. A Skilled Trades Stipend Proposal was approved, and Policy 1-1.6 on board procedures and standards of conduct was adopted with changes.
- Appointed Dr. Lois Graham as interim superintendent (vote 6-1, Penny Franklin opposed).
- Approved changing Oct. 24, 2025 to an early release day due to Virginia Tech football traffic.
- Approved Skilled Trades Stipend Proposal including stipends for Class A CDL and Contractor's License Class A.
- Approved Policy 1-1.6 (School Board Procedures and Standards of Conduct) with changes (vote 4-3).
- Acknowledged receipt of July 2025 Financial Summary Report and approved payment of bills totaling $5,319,282.33.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special closed session to discuss personnel matters. The board met specifically to interview and discuss three prospective candidates for the position of interim superintendent.
- Interview and discussion of three prospective candidates for interim superintendent
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board met in a special closed session to discuss personnel and purchasing matters. The board interviewed candidates for an interim superintendent and reviewed requests for proposals for a superintendent search firm and a legal firm.
- Interview and discussion of prospective candidates for interim superintendent
- Review of superintendent search firm RFP
- Review of legal firm RFP
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved $4,502,263.37 in bills for FY 2025-2026 and accepted $6,778 in donations for students experiencing housing insecurity. The board approved legislative policy revisions covering purchasing, safety, hiring, student records, cell phone use, and other areas, while excluding Policy 5-4.4 for separate discussion. The administration presented a proposal to implement annual stipends for Operations staff with state-issued licenses, and the board discussed meeting length and topic scheduling.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $4,502,263.37 for FY 2025-2026
- Accepted $6,778 in donations for the McKinney Vento Liaison supporting students experiencing housing insecurity
- Approved legislative policy revisions on 16 policies including purchasing, safety, hiring, student records, cell phone use, and telehealth
- Presented a Skilled Trades Stipend Proposal for Operations staff with state-issued licenses
- Held closed sessions to discuss a student disciplinary matter, three legal matters, three religious exemption applications, and one personnel matter
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The School Board met to approve several administrative items, including the updated Student Code of Conduct for the 2025/26 school year. The session included a closed meeting to discuss legal, student, and personnel matters. Additionally, the board approved various financial actions and the selection of student representatives.
- Approval of Revisions to the Student Code of Conduct (Policy 7-3.1)
- Approval of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for School Support Professionals
- Approval of 2025-2026 Student School Board Representatives
- Payment of bills totaling $3,162,403.58
- Authorization for the Superintendent to hire and appoint employees through August 19, 2025
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
This is a special closed session of the Montgomery County School Board. The board will enter a closed meeting to discuss two personnel matters, such as candidate hiring or employee performance, as allowed by Virginia law. The rest of the agenda is procedural (pledge, agenda approval, adjournment).
- Closed session to discuss two personnel matters under Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(A)(1)
- Approval of electronic meeting participation for board member Ed Gitre
- Meeting held at School Board Office, 750 Imperial Street, Christiansburg, VA
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board accepted the resignation of Superintendent Bernard Bragen Jr., effective August 30, 2025, during a special closed session. The board also approved electronic participation for a member and certified the closed session as lawful.
- Accepted resignation of Superintendent Bernard Bragen Jr., effective Aug. 30, 2025
- Approved electronic meeting participation for Dr. Ed Gitre
- Entered closed session to discuss a personnel matter
- Certified closed session complied with Virginia FOIA
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board is meeting in a special closed session to discuss one personnel matter and one legal matter, as authorized by Virginia law. The board will also vote on routine procedural items such as the agenda and adjournment. No public business or decisions are scheduled for open session.
- Closed session to discuss one personnel matter (candidates, assignment, promotion, performance, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of school employees)
- Closed session to receive legal advice from counsel on one legal matter
- Electronic meeting participation approved for board member Ed Gitre, who is out of town
- Board will certify that the closed session complied with Virginia's Freedom of Information Act
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
Montgomery County Public Schools and the Board of Supervisors are holding a joint meeting. The session is focused on a discussion regarding future capital planning for the county and schools.
- Discussion on future County and School Capital planning
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board met in a special closed session to discuss personnel matters. The board also discussed topics for a joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors scheduled for June 30, 2025.
- Closed session to discuss superintendent's evaluation
- Closed session to discuss clerk's evaluation
- Discussion of agenda topics for the 6/30/25 joint BOS/SBO meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved the revised 2025-2026 Operating Budget and selected 'option two' for capital plan priorities. The board also authorized a capital project transfer request of $3,051,160 to the Board of Supervisors.
- Approved payment of bills for FY 2024-2025 totaling $28,206,599.96
- Authorized a $3,051,160 capital project transfer request to the Board of Supervisors
- Approved the Margaret Beeks Multi-Use Trail Easement
- Accepted a state bonus proposal to be paid by the second payroll in July
- Approved a $4,687 donation from Mountain Valley Pipeline for a classroom monitor
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board met in a special closed session to discuss two student matters: one disciplinary case and one readmission. The board also toured Christiansburg High School renovations. No public votes on policy or spending occurred.
- Closed session for two student matters (one disciplinary, one readmit) under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(2)
- Tour of Christiansburg High School renovations at 100 Independence Blvd., Christiansburg
- Board certified closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act
- Meeting was not live-streamed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County Public Schools Board approved a supplemental appropriation of $1,258,000 to the 2024-2025 operating budget. The meeting also included the approval of federal Title grants and the payment of $26,869,285.75 in bills.
- $1,258,000 supplemental appropriation to the 2024-2025 School Operating Budget
- Approval of Federal Title I, II, III, and IV grants
- Payment of $26,869,285.75 in bills for FY 2024-2025
- Two $500 donations from New River Valley Biker Church to Auburn High and Middle Schools
- Failed motion to add March 30 and March 31 as non-instructional days to the 2025-2026 calendar
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved the 2025-2026 operating budget, a $26,764,733.69 payment of bills, and a collective bargaining agreement for administrative personnel. The board also adopted new math textbooks for grades K through Algebra II and authorized a $430,346 capital project transfer. Several items were approved on consent, including a $500 donation and out-of-state field trips.
- Approved 2025-2026 operating budget (vote 5-2, Bond and Partin opposed)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $26,764,733.69
- Approved collective bargaining agreement for administrative personnel (vote 5-2, Bond and Partin opposed)
- Approved math textbook adoption: Kiddom Virginia for K-5, Mathspace Virginia for 6-Algebra II
- Authorized $430,346 capital project transfer to 2024-2025 operating budget
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board met in a special closed session to discuss three student disciplinary matters, as permitted by Virginia law. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session at 6:01 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:28 p.m., certifying that only lawful public business was discussed.
- Closed session to discuss three student disciplinary matters under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(2)
- Board voted 6-0 to enter closed session; member Ed Gitre not present
- Returned to open session at 8:28 p.m. and certified closed session complied with Virginia FOIA
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-2026 School Operating Budget. The board also approved a $25.6 million payment of bills and a Perkins V grant application for career and technical education. The meeting began with a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters.
- Public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-2026 School Operating Budget
- Approved payment of bills totaling $25,578,696.19 for FY 2024-2025
- Approved the 2025-2026 Strengthening Career & Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) Grant Application
- Approved out-of-state field trips for FBLA and Scholastic Bowl teams to Anaheim, CA and Atlanta, GA
- Recognized student school board representatives, Milken Educator Award winner Anna Drew, and Seniors of the Month
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board is holding a two-day retreat at The Highlander Hotel in Radford. The agenda includes VSBA governance training, discussion of the upcoming Strategic Plan, potential use of board committees, legislative priorities, a board monitoring schedule, and discipline policy.
- VSBA governance training on board roles, trust, and data-driven decision making
- Discussion of the upcoming Strategic Plan
- Discussion of potentially using board committees as allowed by bylaws
- Discussion regarding legislative priorities
- Discussion regarding discipline policy
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a special budget session. They approved a Title VI certification letter required by the U.S. Department of Education to continue receiving federal funds. The board also discussed the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget.
- Approved Title VI USED Certification Letter (vote 5-1, Ed Gitre opposed)
- Discussed FY 2025-2026 budget
- Held closed session to discuss two student disciplinary matters
- Upcoming board retreat April 25-26 at Radford Highlander
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved $23,912,725.33 in bills for FY 2024-2025 and authorized a $1,384,600 capital project transfer to the operating budget. The board also approved the Special Education Annual Plan for 2025-2026 and received first-read presentations on a Perkins V grant application and a secondary ELA textbook adoption. A revised administrative organization chart failed to pass.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $23,912,725.33 for FY 2024-2025
- Authorized $1,384,600 capital project transfer to the 2024-2025 School Operating Budget
- Approved the Special Education Annual Plan for 2025-2026
- First read of the Perkins V Grant Application for 2025-2026 (vote set for May 6, 2025)
- Revised administrative organization chart failed on a 2-4-1 vote
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved $22,640,833.06 in bills for FY 2024-2025 and adopted Policy 6-3.13 on Technology Use. The board also received presentations on summer capital projects, a hate speech policy implementation plan, and revisions to the Student Code of Conduct. Two closed sessions were held to discuss a student disciplinary matter and personnel matters.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $22,640,833.06 for FY 2024-2025
- Approved Policy 6-3.13 Technology Use (second reading)
- Received presentation on summer capital projects update
- Received Hate Speech Policy Implementation Plan presentation
- Received first read of Special Education Annual Plan Update and Student Code of Conduct revisions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board held a work session on March 18, 2025, discussing the FY 2025-2026 operating budget and receiving a presentation on the MCPS Generative AI Literacy Plan. The board also approved the payment of bills totaling $21,300,680.62 and appointed Mindy Stanley as Deputy Clerk. Two closed sessions were held for legal and personnel matters.
- FY 2025-2026 Operating Budget update and discussion
- MCPS Generative AI Literacy Plan presentation
- Payment of bills approved for $21,300,680.62
- First reading of revised Policy 6-3.13 Technology Use
- Appointment of Mindy Stanley as Deputy Clerk
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County Public Schools and Board of Supervisors will hold a joint meeting to discuss proposed budgets for the county, schools, and school nutrition for FY 2025-2026. The bodies will also review school capital projects and the regulation of tobacco and nicotine sales near schools.
- Discussion of FY 2025-2026 County Budget
- Discussion of FY 2025-2026 School Budget
- Discussion of FY 2025-2026 School Nutrition Budget
- Review of school capital projects
- Discussion of Virginia Code §15.2-912.4 regarding prohibiting tobacco and nicotine sales within 1,000 feet of schools and daycares
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved $20,715,737.70 in bills and authorized a $1,047,509 capital project transfer to the operating budget. The board also discussed a fuel tank proposal, a Friends Elementary School project, and a district-wide discipline plan. A motion to approve the 2025-2026 school calendar failed, and the board entered closed session for personnel and legal matters.
- Approved payment of bills totaling $20,715,737.70 for FY 2024-2025
- Authorized capital project transfer of $1,047,509 to the 2024-2025 School Operating Budget
- Motion to approve the 2025-2026 school calendar failed (3-4 vote)
- Accepted $5,000 donation from Love's Travel Station for Eastern Montgomery Elementary and Shawsville Middle schools
- Board entered closed session for personnel and collective bargaining legal matters
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved the FY 2025-2026 Operating Budget, including $150,000 for minimum wage increases, and replaced Policy 1-2.5 on compensation and expenses. The board also discussed a proposal for a New River Valley Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities and received a presentation on improving outcomes for students with disabilities. The meeting included two closed sessions for student disciplinary and personnel matters.
- Approved FY 2025-2026 Operating Budget as presented, including $150,000 for minimum wage increases
- Approved replacement of Policy 1-2.5 Compensation and Expenses
- Discussed proposal for New River Valley Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities
- Received presentation on improving outcomes for students with disabilities
- Approved out-of-state field trip for CMS FTC Data Demons Robotics Team to Edgewater, MD
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board met in a special closed session to discuss two student disciplinary matters. The board voted to enter the closed session at 7:01 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:25 p.m.
- Discussion of two student disciplinary matters
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board is deciding on several administrative programs and financial transfers. The body is also discussing the revised 2025-2026 budget and current staffing vacancies.
- Approval of the Dual Language Immersion Program
- Approval of the Retired School Security Officer Plan
- Payment of bills for FY 2024-2025 totaling $18,468,689.72
- Request for a capital project transfer of $26,937 to the 2024-2025 School Operating Budget
- Approval of a BHS DECA field trip to Orlando, FL (04/25-30/2025)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board is holding a special session that includes a closed meeting to discuss two student disciplinary matters. In open session, the administration will present an update on the proposed 2025-2026 budget. The board will also vote on the agenda and certify the closed session.
- Closed session to discuss two student disciplinary matters, authorized under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(2).
- 2025-2026 Budget Update presented by administration for discussion.
- Proposed budget documents include a 15,577 KB PowerPoint and multiple PDFs with category breakdowns and needs statements.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The Montgomery County School Board approved a revised hate speech policy and acknowledged a $17.9 million payment of bills. The board tabled the 2025-2026 budget update until January 28 and voted down a motion to table school calendar proposals for the next three years. The board also received updates on retired school security officers, capital projects, and the Montgomery County Education Association.
- Approved revised Hate Speech Policy (second read)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $17,910,072.30
- Tabled 2025-2026 Budget Update until January 28, 2025
- Voted down motion to table school calendar proposals for 2025-2028
- Received update on retired school security officers from administration and local law enforcement
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The School Board met in a special closed session to receive legal advice and discuss student disciplinary matters. The board voted to enter the closed session at 6:04 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:56 p.m.
- Discussion of one legal matter for legal advice
- Discussion of three student disciplinary matters
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2002 – 2026)
The School Board held its 2025 reorganization meeting to elect leadership and appoint clerks. The board voted on annual resolutions regarding hiring practices, ethics, and inclusivity, and approved committee appointments for the year.
- Elected Linwood Hudson as chair and Laura Purcell as vice chair
- Appointed Tosh Osborne as Clerk and Dr. Bernard Bragen as Deputy Clerk
- Reaffirmed the statement of inclusivity to include gender identity
- Approved 2025 committee appointments for liaisons and delegates
- Reaffirmed the Hiring Practices Resolution, Code of Ethics, and Standards of Conduct