School District of Palm Beach County, Florida public meetings in 2025

Advisory Boundary Committee

The School District of Palm Beach County’s Advisory Boundary Committee meets to review proposed attendance-zone studies and the 2025 rezoning process. Members will also discuss potential impacts on four elementary schools (Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune ES, Lincoln ES, Washington ES, West Riviera ES) and take written public comment.

• Review of proposed Attendance Zone studies and rezoning process presentation
• Study of RB-1 boundary changes affecting Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune ES, Lincoln ES, Washington ES, and West Riviera ES
• Written public comment period open to residents

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County held a closed attorney/client session to discuss the ongoing lawsuit Monica Gonzalez v. Palm Beach County School Board. The meeting opened and closed in public, with the closed session following at 4:00 p.m.

• Closed session on Monica Gonzalez v. Palm Beach County School Board (Case No. 502021CA005163XXXXMB)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County met on December 17, 2025, to approve minutes from prior meetings, receive committee reports, and act on several consent agenda items including budget amendments and a cooperative childcare agreement. The board also heard presentations on student achievements, grant awards, and donations, and added items for legislative priorities and personnel updates.

• Approve October 2025 budget amendments with $2.4M net increase in Special Revenue Fund
• Ratify updated membership list for Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee
• Approve Community Child Care Cooperative Agreement with Day 1 Academies DBA Bezos Academy (effective Dec 18, 2025–Jun 30, 2030)
• Receive West Palm Beach Mayor’s Education Partnership Grant ($59,702) for 11 elementary schools
• Accept Florida Crystals donation of $32,080 for Pahokee and Glades Central high school football teams

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Construction and Renovation Oversight Committee (CORC) is reviewing facility renovation projects and construction purchasing bids. The body will also discuss district policies regarding change orders and contingency use, as well as local preference considerations.

• Renovation projects for Starlight Cove, Golden Grove, North Grade, South Grade, and West Riviera Elementary Schools
• Facility projects for Western Pines Middle, Christa McAuliffe Middle, and Chuck Shaw Technical Education Center
• Reroofing project at Roosevelt Elementary School
• Bids for storefront doors and windows at Wellington Community High School
• Bid for fire alarm system replacement at Palm Beach Lakes Community High School

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County is conducting a workshop to discuss the FY27 budget development process and updates to the FY26 budget. The body is also reviewing proposed changes to several student health and extracurricular activity policies.

• FY27 Budget Workshop regarding state education revenue forecast and development process
• Proposed changes to Policy 5.324: Students With Life-Threatening Health Conditions
• Proposed changes to Policy 5.60: Eligibility for Participation in K-12 Extracurricular Activities
• Proposed changes to Policy 5.61: Eligibility Requirements Including Physical Examination for High School and Middle School Interscholastic Athletics
• Proposed repeal of Policy 5.615: Drug and Alcohol Testing of Student Athletes

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is convening a closed session for risk management. This meeting follows a special meeting for expulsions.

• Closed Risk Management Session

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board is participating in a joint workshop with the PBC Board of County Commissioners, Health Care District, and Children's Services Council. Public comment is not accepted at this meeting.

• Joint workshop at South County Civic Center

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Academic Advisory Committee will meet to review a presentation on Choice and Career programs. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting.

• Presentation on 'Pathways to Possibilities - Choice & Career Programs' by Deputy Superintendent Jamie Wyatt
• Approval of November 10, 2025 meeting minutes

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to approve several financial reports and a settlement agreement. The body will also elect its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026 fiscal year.

• Arbitrage and Yield Restriction Settlement Agreement
• Quarterly Investment Reports for 6/30/2025 and 9/30/2025
• FY2025 Annual Investment Report
• 2025 Annual Debt Report
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for FY2026

Advisory Boundary Committee

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects will convene to conduct routine procedural items including a call to order, public comment, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or new business are listed on the agenda.

Advisory Boundary Committee

The District Diversity and Equity Committee (DDEC) held a meeting at the Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center to approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates from the Chief of Student Health and Wellness, and review a presentation on human resources hiring trends and workforce diversity. No public comment was received, and no new business was conducted.

• Approval of September 18, 2025 DDEC meeting minutes
• State Legislative Priorities include school safety funding and human trafficking awareness posters for middle and high schools
• Human Resources presentation on hiring trends, workforce diversity, and teacher pay competitiveness

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Board is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and to organize its operations for 2026. The session includes voting on committee assignments and the 2026 regular meeting schedule.

• Nominations and voting for School Board Chair
• Nominations and voting for School Board Vice Chair
• Approval of 2026 Regular Board Meeting dates
• Approval of 2026 School Board Committee Assignments
• Appointment of Inella Odom-Williams and Darnell Gardener to the Value Adjustment Board

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2025, to approve September 2025 budget amendments totaling $450,944 and a new three-year data-sharing agreement with Prime Time Palm Beach County. The board will also hear presentations honoring educators and student achievements, and recognize donations from Florida Power & Light exceeding $300,000.

• Approve $450,944 in September 2025 budget amendments, including $8.4M capital projects fund increase
• Approve three-year data-sharing agreement with Prime Time Palm Beach County for youth academic improvement
• Recognize Elena Villani, Lake Worth Community High School principal, as 2025 Principal/Administrator of the Year
• Honor SHAPE Florida award winners: Gabriel Montanez, Tunisia Cielo, Marcela Mendoza, and Eddie Riccio
• Accept over $300,000 in STEM grants and donations from Florida Power & Light

Advisory Boundary Committee

The committee is reviewing construction reports, vendor performance, and district policies. The meeting includes updates on active facility work and the review of specific school improvement projects.

• Forest Hill High School stair replacement project
• Western Pines Middle School modular relocation
• Palmetto Elementary School roofing bid
• Interlocal Agreement with Village of Wellington for traffic signal installation funding
• Discussion of District Policies 1.093 (CORC), 7.22 (Change Orders), and 7.225 (CCUA)

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Academic Advisory Committee will open its November 10 meeting with procedural items, then vote to approve the October 13 minutes. Afterward, the Chief Academic Officer and directors will present the FY26 Academic Plan for discussion. No substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of October 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• FY26 Academic Plan presentation by Maria Bishop and directors

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Independent Referendum Oversight Committee (IROC) will review and vote on revenue and expenditure reports covering four periods from December 31, 2024, through September 30, 2025. The committee will also approve an annual report to the Board and select a chair and vice chair.

• Approval of revenue and expenditure reports through December 31, 2024, March 31, 2025, June 30, 2025, and September 30, 2025
• Approval of the IROC Annual Report to the Board regarding ballot measure compliance
• Selection of committee Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Review of FY26 1st Quarter projected revenue of $375,931,872
• Review of FY25 4th Quarter total expenses of $357,029,270

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (ISSOC) will meet to review financial summaries and project budget reports. The committee is considering approval for several sales tax summaries and specific plan modifications.

• Approval of Sales Tax Summary and Project Budget Report as of 12/31/2024
• Approval of Sales Tax Summary and Project Budget Report as of 03/31/2025
• Approval of Sales Tax Summary and Project Budget Report as of 9/30/2025
• Proposed Plan Modifications 248-252
• Chair Term Waiver for FY 2026

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County held a special meeting on November 5, 2025, to approve minutes from prior meetings, adopt proclamations, and act on consent agenda items including board member travel and policy updates. No substantive discussions or decisions beyond routine approvals were recorded.

• Approved proclamations for Homeless Child and Youth Awareness Month, Native American Heritage Month, and Holocaust Education Week (Nov 3–7, 2025)
• Approved board member travel to Tallahassee for FSBA Day in the Legislature, with estimated expenses of $2,050 each for Edwin Ferguson and Virginia Savietto
• Adopted revised Policy 5.725 (Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures)
• Adopted revised Policy 8.01 (Promotion, Placement, Graduation - Student Progression Plans)
• Approved personnel agenda with net financial impact of $166,224

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the Choice, Career, and Technical Education programming. The board will also review a proposed new policy on Artificial Intelligence and several revisions to facilities construction policies.

• Proposed New Policy 2.505 Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Proposed repeal of Policy 7.07 Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems
• Proposed modifications to Policy 1.093 Construction Oversight and Review Committee
• Proposed modifications to Policy 7.22 Construction Change Order
• Proposed modifications to Policy 7.225 Use of Contingency Funds for Construction Projects and Policy 7.23 Retainage Withheld on Construction Contracts

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County Board held a special meeting to decide expulsions for four students under School Board Policy 5.1814. The board approved all four expulsions, each for one year from the date of the offense, with potential re-enrollment on August 10, 2026, if conditions are met. The meeting followed procedural steps including agenda approval and consent agenda voting.

• Expulsion of Student 25/26-X-003 for one calendar year, re-enrollment possible August 10, 2026
• Expulsion of Student 25/26-X-004 for one calendar year, re-enrollment possible August 10, 2026
• Expulsion of Student 25/26-X-005 for one calendar year
• Expulsion of Student 25/26-X-007 for one calendar year, re-enrollment possible August 10, 2026

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will hold a closed attorney/client session to discuss the lawsuit Erika Woerner v. Palm Beach County School Board (Case No. 9:24-cv-80247-DMM) presided over by Judge William Matthewman. The meeting is procedural with no public decisions.

• Closed session on Erika Woerner v. Palm Beach County School Board (Case No. 9:24-cv-80247-DMM)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County will participate in a joint workshop with the Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation. The session is for discussion and information; no public comment will be heard.

• Joint Workshop with Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Audit Committee will discuss an audit of transportation services for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students and review proposed changes to several construction management policies, including those on subcontractor default insurance, HVAC systems, change orders, contingency, and retainage. The committee will also receive updates on internal funds audits, investigations into improper fundraising and misuse of district assets, and a report on recommendation implementation status.

• Audit of Transportation Services for ESE Students
• Contract Review - Subcontractor Default Insurance Purchased by Construction Managers
• Overview of Construction Management Policy Changes (policies 1.093, 7.07, 7.22, 7.225, 7.23)
• Status of FY25 Internal Funds Audit
• Investigations: 25-0010-I Improper Fundraising Activities, 25-0011-I Atlantic Community High School, 25-0019-I Misuse of District Assets/Fraud

Advisory Boundary Committee

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects is meeting to discuss and determine action items and assignments. The agenda includes public comment and new business, but no specific proposals or decisions are listed.

• Determination of action items and assignments
• Public comment (2 minutes per speaker)
• New business discussion

Advisory Boundary Committee

The District Diversity and Equity Committee meeting scheduled for October 16, 2025, was cancelled.

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board will consider terminating teacher Kristina Mappala for substantiated policy violations including inappropriate physical contact with students. The board will also vote on a data-sharing agreement with the Achievement Center for Children and Families and a cooperative agreement with Children's Home Society at Northmore Elementary. Presentations include an $80,000 donation from the Coalition for Black Student Achievement for an out-of-school program at Village Academy.

• Termination of teacher Kristina Mappala for policy violations including inappropriate physical contact with students
• Data Sharing Agreement with Achievement Center for Children and Families (Oct 15, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026)
• Northmore Elementary/Children's Home Society cooperative agreement (Oct 15, 2025 – Sep 30, 2027)
• $80,000 donation from Coalition for Black Student Achievement for Village Academy out-of-school program
• Recognition of media specialists and student film winners from Jim Harbin Student Media Festival

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County is holding a closed risk management session. The agenda consists of procedural items.

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County School Board is meeting for a closed session to discuss a security system plan. The agenda consists only of this closed session and procedural items; no public business is scheduled.

• Closed session for security system plan in Thurber Conference Room A

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Academic Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from September 8, 2025, receive an update from the Chief Academic Officer, and hear presentations on school culture and discipline and on replacing BoardDocs LT with Diligent Community. No votes on policy or budget are scheduled.

• Presentation on school culture and discipline by Melissa Patterson, Director Safe Schools
• Presentation on BoardDocs LT replacement with Diligent Community by Kara Rubinson, Director IT Technical Operations
• Approval of September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (no fiscal impact)

Advisory Boundary Committee

The Construction Review and Oversight Committee (CORC) is reviewing facility renovation projects and construction purchasing bids. The body will also discuss updates to district policies regarding HVAC systems, change orders, retainage, and contingency.

• Facility renovation projects at Lake Worth High School and Santaluces High School
• Temporary holding facility for Grove Park Elementary School at Lincoln Elementary School
• Roofing bids for Benoist Farms, Crosspointe, Heritage, Cholee Lake, and South Grade Elementary Schools
• Bid for modular classroom relocation services on a term contract
• Discussion of District Policies 1.093, 7.07 (HVAC), 7.22 (Change Orders), 7.23 (Retainage), and 7.225 (Contingency)

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County Board is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings, issue several proclamations, and act on consent agenda items including committee membership ratifications and board member travel approvals.

• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2025 Workshop, Special Meeting, and Final Budget Adoption Meeting, and September 17, 2025 Attorney/Client Session and Regular Board Meeting
• Proclamation of October 2025 as National Bullying Prevention Month
• Proclamation of October 2025 as Disability History and Awareness Month
• Proclamation of October 2025 as LGBTQ+ History Month
• Approval of Board Member Matthew Jay Lane's travel to FSBA conference ($1,247 estimated) and Palm Beach County Day 2026

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County holds a workshop to discuss the 2026 legislative platform, proposed changes to Inspector General and Whistle-blower Protection policies, and the Fall Instructional Review. The Education Foundation will present its annual report. No votes are taken; the meeting is a discussion session.

• Second workshop on 2026 Legislative Platform for the Florida Legislative Session
• Proposed changes to Policy 1.092 (Inspector General) and Policy 3.28 (Whistle-blower Protection)
• Presentation of the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County Annual Report for 2025
• Fall Instructional Review presentation for School Year 2025-2026

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County held a special meeting to review and vote on student expulsions. The board considered recommendations to remove two students from the regular public school program.

• Recommended expulsion of Student 25/26-X-001 for one calendar year
• Recommended expulsion of Student 25/26-X-002 for one calendar year

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County held a special meeting to review the Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool (FSSAT) findings summary. The Board discussed strategies to improve school safety and security based on these findings.

• Acceptance of the Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool (FSSAT) Findings Summary
• Authorization for the District to implement proposed safety and security recommendations

Advisory Boundary Committee

The School District of Palm Beach County Audit Committee will review the FY2025 Annual Report and an update on the FY2025 Internal Funds Audit. The committee will also discuss Board Policy 3.28 on Whistle-blower Protection and receive information on two employee investigations.

• Review of FY2025 Annual Report
• Update on FY2025 Internal Funds Audit as of September 12, 2025
• Board Policy Review: Policy 3.28 Whistle-blower Protection
• FYI: Investigation 25-0005-I (Employee-Ethical Misconduct)
• FYI: Investigation 25-0016-I (Misrepresented Time Worked)

Advisory Boundary Committee

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects will meet to discuss the determination of action items and assignments. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion on determination of action items and assignments

Advisory Boundary Committee

The District Diversity and Equity Committee is meeting to discuss updates from its ad hoc subcommittee and the Chief of Student Health and Wellness, including new legislation. The committee will also hear a data presentation on Exceptional Student Education (ESE) updates and receive agency presentations. Public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Update from Chief of Student Health and Wellness on new legislation
• Data presentation by Kevin McCormick on ESE updates
• Approval of August 28, 2025 DDEC meeting minutes
• DDEC agency presentations
• Public comment period

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County is holding a regular board meeting to review administrative items and recognize community contributions. The board will discuss travel expenses for members and receive reports from the Audit and Construction Oversight committees.

• Recognition of a $10,000 donation from National JROTC Leadership Foundation, Inc. to Atlantic Community High School
• Recognition of a $50,000 donation from Jeannette Bogart to the Wellness Promotion Task Force
• Withdrawal of a $557,776.00 preconstruction contract for North Technical Educational Center/Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy Modernization
• Travel expense approvals for Board Members Erica Whitfield ($995.00 and $1,150.00) and Edwin Ferguson ($1,888.00)
• Recognition of teacher Ilyssa Greene for receiving the 2025 Toshimi Abe-Janiga Memorial Scholarship

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is meeting in a closed session to discuss a security system plan. The session is closed to the public and follows an attorney/client session. The meeting will adjourn after the closed session.

• Closed session for Security System Plan
• Session is closed to the public
• Meeting follows Attorney/Client Session in Thurber Conference Room A

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County held a closed attorney/client session to discuss the pending lawsuit Terence Hart v. The School Board of Palm Beach County. The meeting was procedural, with no public decisions or votes on substantive matters.

• Closed attorney/client session regarding Terence Hart v. School Board, Case No. 502023CA014588XXXXMB/AN
• Meeting opened and closed in public, but the session itself was closed
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously

Advisory Boundary Committee

The School District of Palm Beach County Technology Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, elect a new chair and vice chair, and receive informational presentations on the Summer 2025 student device refresh, a BoardDocs replacement update, the 2025 IT summer internship program, and the SIS parent portal. No binding votes on policy or spending are scheduled.

• Approval of March 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Election of new chair and vice chair
• Summer 2025 student device refresh recap presentation
• BoardDocs replacement update presentation
• 2025 IT summer internship program presentation

Advisory Boundary Committee

The School District of Palm Beach County's Advisory Boundary Committee (CORC) will meet to discuss recent changes in state vaccination mandates and their impact on student facilities. The committee will also review facilities construction and purchasing items, including projects at Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School and the South Area Intensive (RISE Academy).

• Discussion of vaccination impacts on student facilities (Item 5.01)
• Review of Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School construction projects (Items FC2, FC3)
• Review of South Area Intensive (RISE Academy) Building 2 Remodel (Item FC4)
• Design services for North Technical Educational Center - Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy Modernization (Item PC2)
• Construction management at risk services for North Technical Educational Center - Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy Modernization (Item PC3)

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from prior sessions, adopt proclamations, and finalize budget amendments for FY 2025. The board will also ratify advisory committee membership lists and approve board member travel.

• Final FY 2025 budget amendments approved, with General Fund at $3.16 billion and Capital Projects Fund at $2.28 billion
• Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15), National Hunger Action Month, National PTA Membership Month, and Suicide Prevention Month proclamations adopted
• Minutes approved from August 13 and August 20, 2025 meetings, including attorney/client sessions for charter school and personnel lawsuits
• Board Advisory Committee membership lists ratified for AAC, ABC, CORC, and DDEC committees
• Board Member Virginia Savietto's travel to FSBA/FADSS conference in Tampa approved at estimated $1,455

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board will hold a workshop to discuss legislative priorities for the 2026 Florida Legislative Session, which will be used to draft the district's FY26 Legislative Platform. The board will also workshop proposed changes to three policies: Audit Committee (1.091), Inspector General (1.092), and Fraud (2.61). No financial impact is reported for any of the items.

• Discussion of the 2026 Palm Beach County School Board Legislative Platform for the upcoming Florida Legislative Session
• Proposed changes to Board Policy 1.091 - Audit Committee
• Proposed changes to Board Policy 1.092 - Inspector General
• Proposed changes to Board Policy 2.61 - Fraud

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County held a final budget adoption meeting on September 10, 2025. The board voted to adopt a $5.9 billion district summary budget for fiscal year 2026 and certified a millage rate of 6.3210 mills, which will raise $2.27 billion in local revenue. The millage rate is 4.06% more than the rolled-back rate.

• Adopted resolution certifying a total millage rate of 6.3210 mills, raising $2,271,641,302 in local revenue
• Approved FY 2026 District Summary Budget of $5,899,706,636
• General Fund budget set at $3,194,820,549
• Capital Projects budget set at $2,402,610,745
• Millage rate includes 3.062 mills for Required Local Effort, 0.748 mills for Discretionary Operating, 1.500 mills for Local Capital Improvement, and 1.000 mills for Additional Operating Funds

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board met to review a Recommended Order and the Petitioner’s Exceptions in the case of Michael J. Burke, Superintendent of Schools and The School Board of Palm Beach County v. Tania Hajjar (DOAH Case No. 24-4408TTS). The Board voted to deny all requested exceptions and adopt the recommended order as the final order.

• Case review and vote on Petitioner's Exceptions: Palm Beach County School Board vs. Tania Hajjar DOAH Case No. 24-4408TTS

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is holding a closed executive session on September 10, 2025. The agenda is procedural and does not list specific discussion items beyond a reference to a Risk Management Session.

• Closed executive session

Advisory Committees

The School District of Palm Beach County's Academic Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from August 18, 2025, receive an update from the Chief Academic Officer, and hear presentations on academic updates, Policy 8.01 Student Progression Plan, and the AAC book ordering process.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update from the Chief Academic Officer
• Presentation on academic updates by Deputy Superintendent/Chief of Schools Jamie Wyatt
• Presentation on Policy 8.01 Student Progression Plan by Chief Academic Officer Maria Bishop
• Presentation on AAC book ordering process by Instructional Materials Manager Nolan Rowell

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Committee met to review subcommittee updates and receive information from the Chief of Student Health and Wellness. The meeting also included a data presentation by Dr. Paul Houchens and agency presentations.

• Update from DDEC Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Update from Chief of Student Health and Wellness regarding new legislation
• Data Presentation by Dr. Paul Houchens
• DDEC Agency Presentations

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects is meeting to discuss and determine action items and assignments. The agenda also includes public comment and new business. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion on determination of action items and assignments
• Public comment period (2 minutes per speaker)
• New business item with no details provided

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will consider approving a Driver Education Safety Trust Fund Grant Administration Interlocal Agreement with Palm Beach County, designating the district to administer grant funds for driver education programs. The board will also vote on several other consent agenda items, including an agreement with the University of North Carolina Greensboro for speech therapy interns and an amendment to a data-sharing agreement with College for Kids/Take Stock In Children. Two items (PC6 and PC7) have been pulled from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

• Approval of Driver Education Safety Trust Fund Grant Administration Interlocal Agreement with Palm Beach County
• Agreement with University of North Carolina Greensboro for speech-language therapy interns through June 2030
• Amendment to collaborative agreement with College for Kids/Take Stock In Children through June 2027
• Literacy AmeriCorps Palm Beach County Cooperative Agreement for 2025-2026
• Revised Inspector General Performance Evaluation Instrument consolidating 25 measures into 8

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board is meeting in a closed attorney/client session to discuss the ongoing lawsuit Terence Hart v. The School Board of Palm Beach County. The board will then vote to adjourn the meeting.

• Closed session regarding case Terence Hart v. The School Board of Palm Beach County (Case No. 502023CA014588XXXXMB/AN)
• Meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. in the FHESC Board Room and Thurber Conference Room A
• All board members and the superintendent are listed as attendees

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will hold a closed attorney/client session to discuss the lawsuit Erika Woerner v. Palm Beach County School Board. The meeting will open and close in public, but the session itself is closed. The board will then vote to adjourn.

• Closed attorney/client session regarding Erika Woerner v. Palm Beach County School Board, Case No. 9:24-cv-80247-DMM
• Lawsuit is in the United States District Court, Southern District of Florida, before Judge William Matthewman
• All seven board members and the superintendent are listed in attendance

Advisory Committees

The Academic Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from the Chief Academic Officer and the Deputy Superintendent. The body will discuss the Student Progression Plan under Policy 8.01 and the AAC book ordering process.

• Approval of April 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Policy 8.01 Student Progression Plan
• Discussion of AAC Book Ordering Process
• Academic updates from Deputy Superintendent Jamie Wyatt

Advisory Committees

The Audit Committee will discuss audits of Lake Worth High School's flea market program and a special review of Inlet Grove Community High School and its foundation. Members will also consider proposed amendments to Board Policy 2.61 on fraud, receive an update from the Inspector General, and elect a chair and vice chair.

• Audit of Lake Worth High School's Flea Market Program
• Special Review of Inlet Grove Community High School, Inc., and Inlet Grove Community High School Foundation, Inc.
• Review of Proposed Amendment to Board Policy 2.61 - Fraud
• FYI investigations: fraudulent transcripts case (25-0008-I) and L.C. Swain Middle School (25-0021-I)
• Chair/Vice Chair elections

Advisory Committees

The Construction Oversight Review Committee (CORC) will discuss facilities construction projects, including renovations at Loggers Run Middle School, Coral Sunset Elementary, and Boynton Beach High School, and review vendor performance. The committee will also consider purchasing construction items, such as bids for roofing at several elementary schools and design services for new construction. Public comments will be received, and previous meeting minutes will be approved.

• Loggers Run Middle School facility renovation project
• Coral Sunset Elementary School facility renovation project
• Boynton Beach High School reroof project Phase II
• Invitation to Bid for roofing at Boca Raton Elementary School
• Construction Management at Risk Services for Jupiter Community High School renovations

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board is meeting to approve several travel requests for board members and a settlement agreement with American Academy of Palm Beach, Inc. The body is also reviewing and approving minutes from multiple July 2025 meetings.

• Settlement Agreement and Release with American Academy of Palm Beach, Inc.
• Travel request for Edwin Ferguson to Los Angeles, CA ($3,300)
• Travel request for Edwin Ferguson to San Antonio, TX ($2,575)
• Travel request for Edwin Ferguson to Tampa, FL ($1,455)
• Travel request for Virginia Savietto to Gainesville, FL ($530)

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County holds a workshop to discuss proposed changes to Policy 1.036 on board member constituent service and required revisions to Policy 8.01 on student promotion, placement, and graduation. The General Counsel also presents the office's annual report. No votes are taken; the meeting is informational and discussion-only.

• General Counsel's annual evaluation presentation
• Workshop on proposed changes to Policy 1.036 School Board Member Constituents' Service
• Workshop on required and recommended revisions to Policy 8.01 Promotion, Placement, Graduation – Student Progression Plan
• No financial impact noted for any agenda item

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is convening for a closed Risk Management Session. The agenda consists of procedural items to open and adjourn the meeting.

• Closed Risk Management Session

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is meeting in a closed attorney/client session to discuss the ongoing litigation in American Academy of Palm Beach K-8 Charter School v. School Board of Palm Beach County. The session also covers a charter application appeal before the Charter School Appeal Commission. The meeting will open and close in public, but the discussion itself is closed.

• Closed attorney/client session regarding American Academy of Palm Beach K-8 Charter School v. SBPBC
• Discussion of Charter Application Appeal before the Charter Appeal Commission
• Charter Appeal Commission members: Raphael Arza, Richard Moreno, Tiffanie Pauline, Kia Sweeney-Scott
• Meeting scheduled for 2 p.m. in FHESC Board Room and Thurber Conf. Room A

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is meeting to review a series of consent agenda items. Key actions include transferring nursing services from the Department of Health to the District and approving several charter school contract amendments.

• Agreement with Florida Department of Health to transfer nursing services for Glades Central HS, Atlantic HS, and Carver MS ($285,823)
• Suspension of Operations Agreement for Gardens School of Technology Arts (GSOTA) for the 2025-26 school year
• Amendment for Everglades Preparatory Academy to add CTE elective courses for grades 8-12
• Management company change for Palm Beach Prep Middle School from EdisonLearning, Inc. to Achieve Learning LLC
• Travel approvals for Board Members Edwin Ferguson, Marcia Andrews, and Virginia Savietto

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County is conducting a workshop to discuss proposed changes to several district policies. The session focuses on exceptional student education, teacher employment, and board meeting procedures.

• Discussion of Exceptional Student Education services for PreK through age 22
• Proposed changes to Policy 5.725 Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures (Sp-P)
• Proposed changes to Policy 3.85 Employment of Substitute Teachers, Teachers of Adult Education, and Non-Degreed Teachers of Career Programs
• Review of Policy 1.03 School Board Meetings

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County held a special meeting to review and vote on the expulsion of 10 students. All recommended expulsions were for one calendar year following violations of School Board Policy 5.1814.

• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-047 (re-enrollment date March 24, 2026)
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-054 (re-enrollment date March 24, 2026)
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-048 (re-enrollment date January 6, 2026)
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-059 (re-enrollment date January 6, 2026)
• Expulsions of students 24/25-X-049, 24/25-X-056, 24/25-X-055, 24/25-X-057, 24/25-X-058, and 24/25-X-060

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County met to adopt the district's tentative budget and millage rates for the 2026 fiscal year. The meeting included reports from the Budget Advisory Committee and the Chief Financial Officer regarding the upcoming budget cycle.

• Adopted a total millage levy of 6.3210 mills, projected to generate $2,271,641,302 in local tax revenue
• Adopted a tentative district summary budget of $5,872,280,380 for FY 2026
• Budget includes $3,195,607,835 for the General Fund and $2,396,786,052 for Capital Projects

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is convening a closed executive session on July 30, 2025. The meeting follows a special meeting for expulsions and includes a risk management session.

• Executive session (closed)
• Risk management session

Advisory Committees

The Audit Committee will discuss the FY2026 Draft Annual Work Plan and review results of unannounced cash counts at 18 sample schools. Members will also consider a proposed amendment to Board Policy 1.092 regarding the Inspector General. A quarterly report on procurement-related activities and a recommendation implementation status report are on the agenda.

• FY2025 Unannounced Cash Counts at 18 Sample Schools
• FY2026 Draft Annual Work Plan
• Procurement Related Activities Quarterly Report - June 30, 2025
• Recommendation Implementation Status Report - June 30, 2025
• Review of Proposed Amendment to Board Policy 1.092 - Inspector General

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is holding a closed Risk Management Session immediately following a closed session. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, the closed session itself, and adjournment. No public discussion or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Risk Management Session (CLOSED) in Thurber Conference Room A
• Session is closed to the public
• No substantive items or votes are listed on the agenda

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board is meeting in a closed attorney/client session to discuss litigation involving the American Academy of Palm Beach K-8 Charter School. The meeting will open and close in public, but the session itself is closed. The board will also vote to adjourn.

• Closed session re: American Academy of Palm Beach K-8 Charter School v. SBPBC
• Charter school application appeal before the Charter Appeal Commission
• Meeting at 4 p.m. in the Board Room and Thurber Conference Room A
• All seven School Board members and Superintendent Michael Burke in attendance

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is meeting to approve budget amendments for May 2025 and authorize advertisements for the FY26 tentative district budget. The board will also consider the 2025 Comprehensive Safety Inspection Report, which notes an increase in facility citations. Other business includes approving minutes from previous meetings and a personnel addendum.

• Approval of May 2025 budget amendments, including a $3,257,392 decrease in the General Fund for insurance
• Authorization of FY26 tentative District summary budget advertisements and tax notices
• Approval of the 2025 Comprehensive Safety Inspection Report, citing 1,659 citations (a 9% increase from 2024)
• Capital Projects Fund increase of $93,975 for landscape at Marsh Pointe Elementary and shade structure at Jerry Thomas Elementary
• Approval of minutes for multiple meetings, including Attorney/Client sessions regarding Terence Hart and INTEG Miami, LLC

Advisory Committees

The Citizens' Oversight and Review Committee (CORC) is meeting to discuss facilities construction projects, including renovations at Everglades Elementary, South Olive Elementary, Limestone Creek Elementary, and Melaleuca Elementary, as well as a reroof project at Coral Reef Elementary. The committee will also review purchasing construction items such as bids for roofing at Omni Middle School and contract extensions for disaster recovery and engineering services. Public comments and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Everglades Elementary School – New Paved Parking
• South Olive Elementary School – Facility Renovation Project
• Limestone Creek Elementary School – Facility Renovation Project
• Coral Reef Elementary School – Reroof Project
• Omni Middle School – Roofing Invitation to Bid

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Committee will meet to approve minutes from May 15, hear public comment, and receive updates from its ad hoc subcommittee and the Chief of Student Health and Wellness. New business includes a presentation on state Office of Equal Educational Opportunity matters and a data report on attendance and discipline from Chief Keith Oswald. The committee will also vote on proposed meeting dates for fiscal year 2026.

• Approval of May 15, 2025 DDEC minutes
• Update from Chief of Student Health and Wellness on new legislation
• Presentation on OEEO state matters by Janina Simmonds
• District data report on attendance and discipline by Chief Keith Oswald
• Motion on proposed FY 26 DDEC meeting dates

Advisory Committees

The Audit Committee will meet to review proposed changes to Board Policy 1.091 and the Inspector General's evaluation instrument. The body will also receive updates on peer review results, accreditation, and specific investigations.

• Proposed amendments to Board Policy 1.091 - Audit Committee
• AIG Peer Review Results and CFA Accreditation Results
• Proposed changes to the IG Evaluation instrument
• Investigation 25-0009-I regarding failure to fulfill job responsibilities
• Investigation 25-0007-I regarding Boynton Beach Community High School

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is convening a closed attorney/client session. The meeting focuses on the case INTEG Miami, LLC v. School Board of Palm Beach County.

• Closed session regarding Case No. 50-2024-CA-006041-XXXA-MB (INTEG Miami, LLC v. School Board of Palm Beach County)

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is meeting in a closed attorney/client session to discuss the pending lawsuit Terence Hart vs. The School Board of Palm Beach County (Case No. 502023CA014588XXXXMB/AN). The meeting will open and close in public, and the board will vote on a motion to adjourn.

• Closed session regarding Terence Hart vs. The School Board of Palm Beach County, Case No. 502023CA014588XXXXMB/AN
• Session is closed to the public; meeting opens and closes in public
• Board members present include Marcia Andrews, Gloria Branch, Karen Brill, Edwin Ferguson, Matthew Jay Lane, Virginia Savietto, Erica Whitfield
• Superintendent Michael Burke and General Counsel Shawntoyia Bernard also in attendance
• Motion to adjourn passed 6-0-1 (Gloria Branch abstained)

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

This meeting item, a closed risk management session scheduled for June 4, 2025, has been canceled. The agenda includes only procedural items for calling the meeting to order and adjourning, but the session itself will not take place.

• CANCELED - Risk Management Session (closed) immediately following Attorney/Client Session
• Session is closed
• Meeting scheduled for Jun 4, 2025 in Thurber Conference Room A

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will consider modifications to the collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU/FPSU union, added to the agenda for good cause. The board will also vote on budget amendments for April 2025, including a $10 million increase for a new elementary school in the Western Communities. Several items have been pulled from the consent agenda for separate discussion, including a parking lease agreement for Dreyfoos School of the Arts.

• Modifications to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU/FPSU (added for good cause)
• Budget amendments for April 2025, including $10 million for Western Communities Area Elementary School
• Pulled items: Dreyfoos School of the Arts parking lease agreement ($14,084)
• Community Child Care Cooperative Agreements for 2 pre-K special education sites
• Recognition of 25 student recipients of District Administrator Scholarships

Advisory Committees

The Citizens' Oversight and Review Committee (CORC) will review multiple construction and purchasing items, including bids for roofing at Pahokee Middle-Senior High and Forest Hill Community High, design services for Historic Roosevelt Phase II, and construction management for a new transportation facility and school renovations. The committee will also discuss in-progress facility condition assessment work and hear public comments.

• PC2: Invitation to Bid for Pahokee Middle-Senior High School stairwell roofing
• PC3: Invitation to Bid for Forest Hill Community High School roofing
• PC4: Design services for Historic Roosevelt Phase II renovations and new construction
• PC5: Construction management for new transportation facility at Belvedere-Skees Road site
• PC6 & PC7: Construction management for Forest Hill High and Village Academy renovations and kitchen expansion

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board is holding a special meeting on May 28, 2025, to consider the expulsion of 12 students. The board will hear speakers in closed session but vote publicly on each case. The superintendent recommends expelling 10 students for one year and modifying the expulsion requirement for 2 others by placing them in a disciplinary program.

• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-035 for one calendar year
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-036 for one calendar year
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-032 for one calendar year
• Modification of expulsion for Student 24/25-X-040 to a disciplinary program
• Modification of expulsion for Student 24/25-X-041 to a disciplinary program

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County will hold a workshop covering the 2025 Florida legislative session, the FY26 budget development process, and the third-year update of the Strategic Plan. The board will also discuss proposed policy changes to advisory committees, the student code of conduct, and bullying/harassment rules. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion and presentation only.

• 2025 Legislative Wrap-Up: highlights from the Florida Regular Session presented by the Chief of Staff
• FY26 Budget Workshop: overview of state education revenue forecast and district budget process leading to adoption on September 10, 2025
• Strategic Plan Annual Update: third-year implementation report
• Policy workshop on Advisory Committees (Policy 1.09) and Advisory Boundary Committee (Policy 5.012), with estimated $100,000 cost savings
• Policy workshop on Student Code of Conduct, bullying/harassment, zero tolerance, severe incident assignment, and wireless communication devices

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is meeting in a special session immediately following a workshop. The board will vote on consent agenda items including initial five-year charter contracts for Somerset Avenir Charter School and American Academy Charter School, as well as renewal contracts for SLAM High School Palm Beach and Somerset Academy Wellington. The board also approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 regular meeting.

• Approval of initial 5-year charter for Somerset Avenir Charter School with a total financial impact of $16,957,180 over five years
• Approval of initial 5-year charter for American Academy Charter School with a total financial impact of $20,283,904 over five years
• Approval of 5-year renewal charter for SLAM High School Palm Beach with a total financial impact of $11,255,315
• Approval of 5-year renewal charter for Somerset Academy Wellington with a total financial impact of $16,794,365
• Approval of address and name changes for The Learning Center, BridgePrep Academy, and Florida High School for Accelerated Learning South Palm Beach County

Advisory Committees

The Finance Committee will meet to review quarterly investment reports and discuss the results of the 2025A COP sale. The committee is also considering a term limit waiver for the FY 2026 Committee Chair.

• Approval of Quarterly Investment Reports as of 3/31/2025
• Proposed FY 2026 Committee Chair Term Limit Waiver
• Discussion of 2025A COP Sale results
• Approval of March 7, 2025 meeting minutes

Advisory Committees

The Budget Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding the development of the FY26 budget. The committee will also consider a report to the Board and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• FY26 Budget Development Update
• Report to the Board regarding the FY26 Budget
• Approval of April 18, 2025 meeting minutes

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Committee will meet to approve minutes from April 23, 2025, receive updates from its Ad Hoc Subcommittee and the Chief of Student Health and Wellness, and hear presentations on summer programs, supplemental services, and Palm Beach County Youth Services. The meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2025, at 10 AM in the Boardroom.

• Approval of April 23, 2025 DDEC minutes
• Update from DDEC Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Update from Chief of Student Health and Wellness on new legislation
• New Business: Summer Programs, Department of Supplemental Services, Palm Beach County Youth Services
• DDEC Agency Presentations

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects is meeting to discuss and determine action items and assignments. The agenda includes public comment (2 minutes per speaker) and new business. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Determination of action items and assignments for the subcommittee
• Public comment period with 2-minute limit per speaker
• New business discussion (no details provided in agenda)

Advisory Committees

The Independent Referendum Oversight Committee will consider approving two financial reports detailing revenue and expenditures from the school district's voter-approved referendum. The reports cover spending through December 31, 2024, and March 31, 2025, with projected total expenses of $374 million for FY25. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from November 2024 and set future meeting dates.

• Recommend approval of revenue and expenditure report through December 31, 2024
• Recommend approval of revenue and expenditure report through March 31, 2025
• Total projected FY25 referendum revenue: $341.9 million
• Total projected FY25 referendum expenses: $374 million
• Future meetings scheduled for August 29, 2025 and November 7, 2025

Advisory Committees

The Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee (ISSOC) will meet to review sales tax financial summaries as of March 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, and consider proposed plan modifications. The committee will also elect officers for FY 2025 and discuss a chair term waiver for FY 2026. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center in West Palm Beach.

• Review of Sales Tax Summary as of 03/31/2025
• Review of Sales Tax Summary as of 12/31/2024
• Consideration of Proposed Plan Modifications
• Election of Officers for FY 2025
• Chair Term Waiver for FY 2026

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will vote on personnel addenda, policy changes, and several donations, including a $273,000 gift for a Montessori Model UN program at S.D. Spady Elementary and a $12,000 trailer for Forest Hill High JROTC. The board will also recognize student award winners and scholarship recipients. Several items were pulled from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

• Personnel Addendum (P2) added for good cause to allow employees to start new positions quickly
• Policy items DS2, POL-SP1, and POL-SP4 pulled from consent agenda for separate board discussion
• Donation of $273,000 from Will and Cheryl Harman for a Montessori Model UN Reading and Research Center at S.D. Spady Elementary
• Donation of a $12,000 trailer to Forest Hill Community High School JROTC from the National JROTC Leadership Foundation
• Roots and Wings organization recognized for $300,000 in total donations for teacher/staff awards and after-school literacy tutoring

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

This meeting item is a cancelled closed risk management session for the Palm Beach School Board. The session was scheduled for 4 p.m. in the Thurber Conference Room A but has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

• CANCELLED - Risk Management Session (Closed) at 4 p.m. in Thurber Conference Room A

Advisory Committees

The Construction Oversight Review Committee (CORC) will review facilities construction projects, including a new elementary school and a middle school renovation, and discuss vendor performance. The committee will also consider several construction bids and contracts, such as roofing services and parking lot work at various schools. Additionally, the agenda includes a conflict of interest statement, public comments, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Blue Lake Elementary School – New Elementary School 05-C project review
• Eagles Landing Middle School – Facility Renovation Project review
• Construction Management at Risk Services for Boca Raton Community High School - Facility Renovations and Repairs
• Design Services for New Construction of Transportation Facility at The Belvedere - Skees Road Site
• Conflict of Interest Statement/ Lobbyist Discussion Disclosure to be read into minutes

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, receive updates from the Ad Hoc Subcommittee and the Chief of Equity and Wellness, and discuss new business including a presentation from the Department of Adult and Community Education on programs, grants, and free/low-cost services.

• Approval of minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting
• Update from the DDEC Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Update from the Chief of Equity and Wellness, including SEQ data
• Presentation from Fred Barch on Adult and Community Education programs, grants, and free/low-cost services
• Agency presentations and unfinished business

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The board is meeting for a closed executive session. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion topics.

• Executive session closed to the public

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County will hold a workshop to discuss proposed amendments to seven existing policies and the creation of a new Small Business Enterprise Program. The policies under review include those on the unitary school district, audit committee, equal employment opportunity, student reassignment, choice procedures, extracurricular eligibility, and non-discrimination. Two existing diversity-related policies are recommended for repeal.

• Policy 1.04 Unitary School District - Amend
• Policy 5.015 Student Reassignment - Amend
• Policy 5.016 Choice Procedures Manual - Amend
• Policy 6.142 and 6.143 Diversity in Business Practices - Repeal
• Policy 6.1434 Small Business Enterprise Program - NEW

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board Leasing Corp will consider authorizing the issuance of up to $295 million in Certificates of Participation (Series 2025A) to refinance three existing bond series from 2015. The refinancing is expected to save about $21 million over eight years, with fees capped at $1.6 million. The item was approved unanimously by the board.

• Issuance of up to $295 million in COP Series 2025A to refund 2015B, 2015C, and 2015D bonds
• Estimated net savings of $21 million over 8 years (6.8% net present value savings)
• Transaction fees not to exceed $1.6 million
• Finance Committee unanimously recommended the move on March 7, 2025
• School Board also to consider an authorizing resolution at its April 23, 2025 meeting

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County is holding a regular board meeting to approve previous minutes and recognize student and staff achievements. The Board added several urgent items to the agenda concerning job descriptions and policies to align with federal directives and Title VI interpretations.

• Added POL-COS Items 1-10 due to fiscal implications of Title VI and Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard
• Added P2 Job Description to align with state and federal directives
• Added P3 Personnel Addendum for new employee positions
• Recognition of $150,000 in donations from Mounts Botanical Garden, Kravis Center, NextEra Energy Foundation, and Junior Achievement to offset bus costs
• Recognition of Jupiter Community High student Ava Kotkiewicz for a $400 national environmental contest prize

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is meeting in a closed risk management session at 4:00 p.m. on April 23, 2025. The session is closed to the public. The agenda includes only procedural items and adjournment.

• Closed risk management session at FHESC Thurber Conference Room A

Advisory Committees

This meeting of the District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Advisory Committees

The Audit Committee will review the FY2024 Internal Funds Audit, which includes a management letter and a color chart for all schools. The committee will also receive updates from the Inspector General on legislation, accreditation, and peer review, and review a quarterly report on procurement-related activities and a recommendation implementation status report. Additionally, the committee will discuss Board Policy 2.62 on audit recommendations and follow-up, and be briefed on three investigations at Morikami Park Elementary, John I Leonard High School, and a misappropriation of funds case.

• FY2024 Internal Funds Audit review with management letter and school-level color chart
• OIG Procurement Related Activities Quarterly Report for March 31, 2025
• Recommendation Implementation Status Report as of March 31, 2025
• Review of Board Policy 2.62 (Audit Recommendations and Follow-Up)
• FYI on investigations: 24-0017-I (Morikami Park Elementary), 24-0018-I (Misappropriation of Funds), 25-0003-I (John I Leonard High School)

Advisory Committees

The Budget Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update on the FY26 budget development. The committee will also take action to approve previous meeting minutes and elect a new chairperson and vice chairperson.

• FY26 Budget Development Update discussion
• Selection of Committee Chairperson
• Selection of Vice Chairperson
• Approval of March 21, 2025, meeting minutes

Advisory Committees

The Citizens' Oversight and Review Committee (CORC) will discuss and potentially pull items from the consent agenda related to school facilities construction and purchasing. The agenda includes reviews of renovation projects at several schools, including Lake Park Elementary, Waters Edge Elementary, and Boca Raton High School, as well as multiple construction management and architectural service contracts. The committee will also receive staff updates and review in-progress work from the Facilities Condition Assessment.

• Review of renovation projects at Lake Park Elementary, Waters Edge Elementary, Boca Raton High School, Lighthouse Elementary, Roosevelt Full Service Center, and Melaleuca Elementary.
• Discussion of construction management at risk services contracts for Atlantic Community High School and Lantana Elementary School renovations.
• Review of a bid for roofing services at Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts.
• Approval of previous meeting minutes and selection of a member to present the CORC report at the upcoming Board meeting.
• Discussion of conflict of interest and lobbyist disclosure statements.

Advisory Committees

The Academic Advisory Committee will consider approving the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. The Chief Academic Officer will provide an update, and the committee will receive a presentation on instructional matters, including advanced coursework and book ordering processes.

• Approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update from the Chief Academic Officer
• Instructional update and presentation (advanced coursework and book ordering process)

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County held an impasse hearing regarding the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). The Board voted to grant the Superintendent's recommendation for health insurance benefit premium amounts for the years 2025-2027.

• Decision on health insurance benefit premium amounts for SEIU employees (2025-2027)
• Authorization for parties to draft a written agreement incorporating the impasse hearing resolutions

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is convening a closed risk management session. This meeting follows an impasse between SEIU and the School Board of Palm Beach County.

• Closed risk management session regarding impasse between SEIU and SBPBC

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County Board is holding a special meeting to consider the expulsion of five students (cases 24/25-X-030, 031, 033, 034, and 037) for violations of School Board Policy 5.1814. The board will hear public speakers in closed session but vote publicly on each recommended expulsion or modification. One student (24/25-X-037) is recommended for a modified expulsion with assignment to a disciplinary program rather than a full one-year removal.

• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-030 for one calendar year
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-031 for one calendar year
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-033 for one year with possible re-enrollment on Jan 6, 2026
• Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-034 for one calendar year
• Modification of expulsion requirement for Student 24/25-X-037 to a disciplinary program

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will hold a workshop on the FY26 budget, covering the state education revenue forecast and the district's budget development process. The board will also receive presentations on the McKinney-Vento program and proposed changes to several school police policies, including those on firearms and weapons. Additionally, proposed changes to Policy 2.13 on advertising in schools will be discussed.

• FY26 Budget Workshop overview of state education revenue forecast and budget development process
• Presentation on the McKinney-Vento program for students experiencing homelessness
• Proposed changes to Policy 2.13 Advertising in Schools or on School Property
• Workshop on proposed changes to school police policies, including firearms, weapons, and emergency closures
• Proposed repeal of Policy 2.065 Visitation Protocols on District Property Due to COVID-19

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board will consider approving the American Academy of Palm Beach charter school application, following a state appeal commission ruling that overturned the district's earlier denial. The board will also ratify advisory committee members and approve travel expenses for multiple board members to attend the FSBA Summer Conference in Tampa.

• American Academy of Palm Beach charter school application approval, with estimated $20.3M total financial impact over five years
• Ratification of Construction Oversight & Review Committee membership list
• Board member travel approvals totaling $6,429.92 for FSBA Summer Conference (June 10-13, 2025)
• Modifications to Police Benevolent Association collective bargaining agreement including 4% salary increase effective Jan 1, 2025
• Approval of March 12, 2025 Regular Board Meeting minutes

Advisory Committees

The Budget Advisory Committee will receive an update on the FY26 Budget Development and vote on a new chairperson and vice chairperson. The current chair, Ms. Sherry Brown, has served six terms and is subject to a four-consecutive-year term limit unless the Board approves an extension. The committee will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings.

• FY26 Budget Development Update (Discussion)
• Chairperson Selection — current chair Sherry Brown has served six terms, exceeding the four-year limit without board extension
• Vice Chairperson Selection — current vice-chair is Lori Bonino
• Approve Minutes from May 30, 2024 and January 24, 2025
• Next meetings scheduled: April 18 at 2:00 PM, May 1 at 9:00 AM, and May 16 at 9:00 AM (if needed)

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects will meet to discuss the determination of action items and assignments. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion on determination of action items and assignments

Advisory Committees

The committee will hear an update from the Chief of Equity and Wellness (with Janina Simmonds present in Keith Oswald's absence) and receive presentations on the Family & Caregiver Engagement Series and data analysis on concordant scores and graduation rates. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and reports from the DDEC Ad Hoc Subcommittee.

• Update from Chief of Equity and Wellness (Janina Simmonds, Manager of Equity and Access, present in Keith Oswald's absence)
• New Business: Family & Caregiver Engagement Series (FACES) presented by Cheri Girtman Daniels
• New Business: Data Analysis on Concordant Scores and Graduation Rates by Dr. Paul Houchens
• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting
• Public comment limited to 2 minutes per speaker

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is meeting for a closed executive session. The agenda includes only procedural items for opening and closing the meeting. No public discussion or decisions are listed.

• Closed executive session in Thurber Conference Room A.
• Meeting is immediately followed by the closed session.
• No agenda items for public discussion or decision are listed.

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is convening for a closed risk management session. The agenda consists of procedural items for the closed meeting.

• Closed risk management session

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will consider approving budget amendments for January 2025, including a $3.8 million decrease to the General Fund and a $827,200 increase to the Capital Projects Fund. The board will also vote on an agreement with Yeshiva University for speech therapy internships and a personnel addendum added by the chair. Several items were pulled from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

• Budget amendments for January 2025, including a $3,826,395 decrease to the General Fund and $827,200 increase to Capital Projects Fund for construction at West Tech Educational Center and a turf project at Equestrian Trails Elementary
• Agreement with Yeshiva University for speech and language therapy internships, effective March 13, 2025 through June 30, 2029
• Personnel Addendum (P2) added by the chair for good cause so employees can begin new positions as soon as possible
• Board pulled items BRD1 and FMPF2 from the consent agenda for separate discussion
• Recognition of Lake Worth High student Frenel Louis for winning the NABE 2025 Being Bilingual Student Essay Contest

Advisory Committees

The Technology Advisory Committee will receive informational presentations on several IT projects, including the Avaya Call Center, AT&T Diverse Network Pathway, Elementary Server Refresh, Student Device Refresh, BoardDocs Replacement, Enterprise Service Management, and an Educational Technology Update. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the December 4, 2024 meeting and the agenda for this meeting.

• Student Device Refresh presentation by Kara Rubinson, Director of IT Technical Operations
• Elementary Server Refresh presentation by Chris Persaud, Director of IT Infrastructure & Systems Support
• BoardDocs Replacement update by Kara Rubinson
• Avaya Call Center update by Chris Persaud
• Approval of December 4, 2024 meeting minutes

Advisory Committees

The Academic Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update from the Chief Academic Officer. The meeting includes a presentation and discussion regarding the use of AI to drive educational innovation.

• Approval of February 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation: AI in Action - Drive Educational Innovation

Advisory Committees

The School District of Palm Beach County Finance Committee is meeting to approve quarterly investment reports and discuss investment policy changes. The committee will also review contract updates for underwriters and bond counsel, and consider a proposed COP 2025A.

• Quarterly Investment Reports as of 12/31/2024
• Investment Policy Change regarding additional benchmarks
• Proposed COP 2025A
• Contract updates for Underwriters and Bond and Disclosure Counsel
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair

Advisory Committees

The Citizens' Oversight and Review Committee (CORC) will review and discuss several school facility construction projects, including expansions and renovations at Del Prado Elementary, Grove Park Elementary, Glades Central High, and a new Western Community Elementary. The committee will also consider construction management services for Jeaga Middle and Polo Park Middle schools. Additionally, the agenda includes a conflict of interest statement, public comments, and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Del Prado Elementary School – Core Expansion Project
• Grove Park Elementary - Modernization
• Glades Central HS - Facility Renovation
• Budget Advance for New School Western Community Elementary (23-H) Project
• Construction Management at Risk Services for Jeaga Middle and Polo Park Middle Schools

Advisory Committees

This meeting of the Independent Referendum Oversight Committee was canceled. No votes or discussions took place.

• Meeting canceled; no business conducted.

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects is meeting to discuss and determine action items and assignments. The agenda also includes time for public comment and new business. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Determination of action items and assignments
• Public comment (2 minutes per speaker)
• New business

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Committee will meet on Feb. 20, 2025, at 10 AM in the Boardroom. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comment, an update from the DDEC Ad Hoc Subcommittee, and a discussion with the Chief of Equity and Wellness. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 11:51 PM.

• Approval of minutes from the Nov. 21, 2024 meeting
• Public comment limited to 2 minutes per speaker
• Update from the DDEC Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Discussion with Chief of Equity and Wellness Keith Oswald
• DDEC Agency Presentations

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board scheduled a closed risk management session for February 19, 2025. The agenda consists of procedural items for the closed session.

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board will vote on a request for an administrative hearing from Pedro Raphael and approve budget amendments for December 2024, including a $2.86 million increase for school hardening. The board will also recognize donations, student achievements, and teacher awards.

• Authorization to rule on Pedro Raphael's request for an administrative hearing (added as good cause item LD1)
• Approval of budget amendments for December 2024, including $2,862,683 for school hardening grants
• Ratification of membership lists for Academic Advisory, Budget Advisory, and Construction Oversight committees
• Recognition of a $20,000+ donation to Westward Elementary School from Janice Savin-Williams
• Recognition of teacher Montana Lee receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics & Science Teaching

Advisory Committees

The Audit Committee will receive an update on the FY2024 Internal Funds Audit and review an audit of the Educational Facilities Safety Inspections Program. RSM will present the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). The committee will also review Board Policies 1.091 (Audit Committee) and 1.092 (Inspector General) and be briefed on an investigation into misrepresented time worked.

• Audit of Educational Facilities Safety Inspections Program
• RSM 2024 ACFR Presentation
• Update of FY2024 Internal Funds Audit as of February 7, 2025
• Committee's Review of Board Policies 1.091 and 1.092
• Investigation 25-0001-I: Misrepresented Time Worked

Advisory Committees

The Construction Oversight Review Committee (CORC) will hear from school police on ways to improve the plan review process to reduce the need for security additions during construction. The committee will also receive updates on local preference procedures and building code services, and review consent agenda items including facilities construction and purchasing. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a report to the Board.

• School Police Follow-Up on improving plan review process to reduce security additions during construction
• Update on Local Preference Procedures for vendor selection
• Building Code Services presentation on as-built drawings
• Facilities Construction items including Diamond View Elementary re-roofing and Plumosa School expansion
• Approval of revised November 2024 and January 2025 meeting minutes

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County is reviewing applications for two charter schools and approving various administrative items. The agenda also includes a posthumous proclamation for Dr. Gerald C. Burke and the receipt of a quarterly school safety compliance report.

• Application for Somerset Academy Avenir Charter School with projected 5-year costs up to $16,957,180
• Five-year initial contract for Florida High School for Accelerated Learning Charter School with projected 5-year costs up to $14,796,109
• Posthumous Proclamation for Dr. Gerald C. Burke
• $25,000 grant from the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County for Criminal Justice Academies
• Quarterly School Safety Compliance Report for October 1 – December 31, 2024

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board held a special meeting on February 12, 2025, to consider the expulsion of nine students. Eight expulsion cases were on the consent agenda and one was pulled for separate discussion and vote. The board voted to expel all nine students for one calendar year from the date of their offenses.

• EXP1: Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-009 with possible re-enrollment on Aug 11, 2025 if conditions met
• EXP6: Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-026 with possible re-enrollment on Aug 11, 2025 if conditions met
• EXP7: Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-027 with possible re-enrollment on Oct 20, 2025 if conditions met
• EXP9: Expulsion of Student 24/25-X-019 pulled from consent agenda; passed 5-2 (Ferguson and Whitfield opposed)
• All expulsions are for one calendar year from the date of the offense

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board Leasing Corp will hold its annual meeting to elect officers including President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The proposed slate includes Karen Brill as President and Marcia Andrews as Vice President. The meeting has no financial impact.

• Annual election of officers for the Palm Beach County School Board Leasing Corp
• Proposed officers: Karen Brill (President), Marcia Andrews (Vice President), Michael J. Burke (Secretary), Heather Frederick (Asst. Secretary), Leanne Evans (Treasurer)
• No financial impact reported

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board of Palm Beach County will hold a workshop to discuss proposed changes to three school food service policies (Wellness Promotion, Free and Reduced-Priced Meals, and School Food Service Management). The board will also receive a mid-year instructional review and an overview of the FY26 budget development process, including state revenue forecasts.

• Proposed changes to Policy 2.035 (Wellness Promotion), Policy 6.176 (Free and Reduced-Priced Meals), and Policy 6.185 (School Food Service Management)
• FY25 Mid-Year Instructional Review presentation
• FY26 Budget Workshop covering state revenue forecast and budget development timeline
• No financial impact reported for the food service policy changes or instructional review

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is meeting on February 12, 2025, for a closed session to discuss a security system plan. The meeting begins with a call to order and includes only this closed session item before adjournment.

• Closed session for security system plan
• Meeting immediately follows a prior closed session
• Session is closed to the public

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is meeting in a closed session to discuss cyber security matters. The agenda includes only the call to order, the closed session itself, and adjournment. No public discussion or action items are listed.

• Closed session for cyber security immediately following the regular closed session
• Meeting is procedural only: Call to Order, Closed Session, Adjourn

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach School Board is meeting in a closed risk management session immediately following a special meeting for expulsions. The session is closed to the public. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, the closed session, and adjournment.

• Risk Management Session (closed) in the Thurber Conference Room A
• Session follows a Special Meeting for Expulsions
• No public discussion or action items are listed

Advisory Committees

The Academic Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive an update from the Chief Academic Officer. The meeting includes a presentation from the Division of Performance Accountability regarding instructional updates.

• Approval of September 9, 2024, and December 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Instructional update and presentation by the Division of Performance Accountability

Advisory Committees

The Budget Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update on the development of the FY26 budget. The committee will also select a chairperson and vice chairperson and approve previous meeting minutes.

• FY26 Budget Development Update
• Selection of Committee Chairperson
• Selection of Committee Vice Chairperson
• Approval of May 30, 2024 meeting minutes

Advisory Committees

The District Diversity and Equity Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Special Projects is meeting to discuss and determine action items and assignments. The agenda includes public comment and new business, but no specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of action items and assignments by the committee
• Public comment period (2 minutes per speaker)
• New business item with no details provided

Advisory Committees

The January 23, 2025 meeting of the District Diversity and Equity Committee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Palm Beach County School Board is holding a regular meeting on January 22, 2025. The board will vote on consent agenda items including November 2024 budget amendments, a $407,000 Keely Spinelli grant from the Village of Wellington for 11 schools, and a renewal agreement with the Safety Council for driver education. The meeting also includes recognition of the West Boca Raton High School football team's state championship and winners of the RecycleMania contest.

• Approval of $407,000 in Keely Spinelli grants to 11 Wellington schools ($37,000 each)
• Budget amendments for November 2024, including a $1.53 million increase to Capital Projects Fund
• Renewal of $148,500 agreement with Safety Council of Palm Beach County for driver education program
• Recognition of West Boca Raton High School football team for winning Class 6A state championship (15-0 season)
• Recognition of RecycleMania contest winners who recycled over 600 pounds of plastics at football games

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

This meeting was a closed risk management session of the Palm Beach School Board that has been canceled. No public business was conducted.

• The risk management session scheduled for January 22, 2025, at 4 p.m. was canceled.

Advisory Committees

The School District of Palm Beach County's Audit Committee will vote on the FY2024 Inspector General evaluation. The committee will also receive updates on internal funds audits, procurement activities, and investigation reports.

• Vote on FY2024 Inspector General evaluation
• Update on FY2024 Internal Funds Audit as of January 10, 2025
• Procurement Related Activities Quarterly Report for December 31, 2024
• Review of Board Policies 1.091, 1.092, and 2.62
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2024 (amended) and November 1, 2024

Advisory Committees

The Construction Oversight Review Committee (CORC) will discuss facilities construction projects, including modular relocations and renovations at several schools, and review vendor performance. The committee will also hear public comments, approve previous meeting minutes, and elect officers.

• Review of South Area Intensive Transition – Modular Relocations Project
• Review of Jupiter High School – Modular Classroom Additions and Agriculture Program Relocation
• Review of Highland Elementary School – Facility Renovation Project
• Review of Liberty Park Elementary School – Facility Renovation Project
• Discussion of consultant services contract for architectural services – additional funds request

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a new attendance zone for Elementary School "15-E" and shifting boundaries for Binks Forest Elementary, with options for current 4th graders and siblings to remain. The board will also consider a tentative healthcare agreement with teacher and police unions, involving employee and district premium increases and a $30 million one-time district contribution. Additionally, the board will approve minutes from previous meetings and authorize board member travel.

• Boundary Study 15E-4: establishes attendance zone for new Elementary School "15-E" and shifts Binks Forest Elementary boundary, with opt-in provisions for current 4th graders and siblings.
• Healthcare agreement with CTA, PBA, and NBU: employee premium increases of $18/pay period in 2025, $18 in 2026, $6 in 2027; district adds $30 million one-time contribution.
• Board member travel: Virginia Savietto to FSBA School Finance Forum ($945); Edwin Ferguson to GFCSB Legislative Meetings ($688).
• Personnel agenda: 12 transactions with net financial impact of $303,418.
• Chairman adds 6 items (BRD3-BRD8) for board travel to Palm Beach County Day in Tallahassee, March 4-5, 2025.

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The School District of Palm Beach County held a special meeting to review student expulsion recommendations. The Board voted to approve several one-year expulsions following violations of School Board Policy 5.1814.

• Approval of expulsion for Student 24/25-X-007
• Approval of expulsion for Student 24/25-X-004
• Approval of expulsion for Student 24/25-X-011 with conditional re-enrollment on August 11, 2025
• Approval of expulsion for Student 24/25-X-015 with conditional re-enrollment on August 11, 2025
• Approval of expulsion for Student 24/25-X-016 with conditional re-enrollment on August 11, 2025

2007- 2025 Imported Meetings

The Board is holding a workshop to discuss the 2025-26 boundary cycle and the development of the 2025 legislative platform. Members will also review the state education revenue forecast and the FY26 budget development process.

• Attendance boundaries for new Elementary School 15-E and enrollment relief for Binks Forest Elementary
• Discussion of the FY25 Legislative Platform ahead of final approval on January 22, 2025
• FY26 Budget Workshop regarding state revenue forecasts and budget development

Advisory Committees

The Academic Advisory Committee is meeting to receive an update from the Chief Academic Officer. The session includes a presentation from the Department of Equity & Wellness regarding the School District of Palm Beach County Student Attendance Initiative.

• Approval of September 9, 2024, and December 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on the School District of Palm Beach County Student Attendance Initiative