Red Clay Consolidated School District public meetings in 2023
27 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education is meeting to approve several action items, including a tax abatement, a revised policy, and a strategic plan. The board also approved the notice of election and ballot for an upcoming referendum, and accepted a $3,000 donation from Local Union 255. Public comment and presentations on the Wilmington Learning Collaborative are also on the agenda.
- Approved $3,000 donation from Local Union 255 for Thanksgiving meals and trees
- Approved revised Board Policy 6005 - Payments
- Approved tax abatement of approximately $2,727 for Wilmington UDAG Corporation (parcel 26-032.20-095)
- Approved notice of election and ballot for upcoming referendum
- Approved strategic plan (Vision, Mission, Priorities, Goals, Objectives)
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is holding an executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, a legal matter (DP# 24-13), and personnel issues. The agenda lists no specific student disciplinary cases and provides no public details on the legal or personnel items, as these are typically confidential. This is a closed-session agenda with no public action items.
- Executive session on student disciplinary matters (none listed)
- Legal matter DP# 24-13
- Personnel issues discussion
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education voted to hold a special election on February 28, 2024, for a current expense operating tax increase of $0.50 per $100 of assessed value (raising about $27.3 million over three years) and a $128,206,651 bond for school construction. The board also approved a $14M energy savings lease, a five-year renewal for the Charter School of Wilmington, and several policy and consent items.
- Referendum: operating tax increase of $0.50 per $100 assessed value, raising approx. $27.3 million over 2024-2027
- Bond election: $128,206,651 for renovations at 14 elementary, 5 middle, and 4 high schools plus Meadowood and Meadowood Annex
- ESCO project: lease up to $14M for energy savings equipment
- Charter School of Wilmington: five-year renewal approved
- Donation: $3,000 from Just Mentoring for mentors at six schools
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session on November 15, 2023, to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. All items are for discussion and information only, with no public action expected. The meeting is closed to the public.
- Student disciplinary matters (29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (7))
- Potential litigation - Shortlidge (Spec. Ed.) (29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (4))
- Personnel issues (29 Del. C. §10004 (b) (9))
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education is holding a workshop meeting. The main item is a presentation on a capital and operating referendum by district officials. Following the presentation, board members and administration will discuss the matter. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.
- Presentation on Capital & Operating Referendum by Dr. Ammann, Mrs. A. Mobley, and Mr. M. Michalski
- Referendum workshop presentation file attached (6,816 KB)
- Board members and administration discussion session
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. No votes or public decisions are scheduled; the agenda contains only these three confidential discussion items.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7)
- Potential litigation under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9)
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education held its regular session on October 18, 2023, covering recognitions, public comment, and approval of minutes. The board took action on several items, including approving a revised staff social media policy, an Altria settlement, a donation for early literacy, and a new human resources associate director. Presentations included a preview of the 2024 referendum and draft policies on drug/alcohol-free workplace and adult sexual misconduct.
- Approved Board Policy 4021 - Staff Conduct Electronic Communication and Social Media (revised)
- Approved Altria Settlement Agreement
- Approved $2,100 donation from Delaware KIDS Fund and Harvey Hanna & Associates for literacy packets and Ranger Rick Jr. magazines for 140 Early Years Program students
- Approved Hekima Wicker as Associate Director of Human Resources, effective October 19, 2023
- Previewed 2024 Referendum and reviewed draft policies 4004 (Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace), 4022 (Adult Sexual Misconduct), and 5013 (Attendance Zone Review)
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is holding the first of a three-part workshop focused on student success. The meeting includes a presentation on curriculum and student achievement, followed by discussions on district priorities, teaching and learning highlights, and a prioritized data review. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is informational and procedural.
- Presentation on Curriculum & Student Achievement
- Discussion of District Priorities led by Dr. Tawanda J Bond
- Teaching & Learning Highlights & Updates from the T&L combined team
- Red Clay Prioritized Data Review by Shawn Snyder, Manager of Assessment & Instruction
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session only, with no public agenda items. The closed session covers student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues, all permitted under Delaware law. No decisions or public actions are scheduled.
- Executive session on student disciplinary matters (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7))
- Discussion of potential litigation (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4))
- Personnel issues discussion (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9))
- Hybrid meeting at Cab Calloway School of the Arts, 100 North DuPont Road, Wilmington, DE
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education is meeting to approve routine items including the financial position report, two donations, an assistant principal appointment, and a nutrition services contract. The board will also hear presentations on draft policies and recognize Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Approve $1,000 donation from RiversEdge Advisors to H.B. DuPont Middle School for 'HB Families in Need'
- Approve $7,972 donation from AI DuPont High School Wrestling Alumni for Tiger Wrestling
- Approve Christine Saggese as Assistant Principal at Linden Hill Elementary School
- Approve Nutrition Services Contract for fiscal years 2023-2026
- Review draft policies on staff social media use and attendance zone review
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. All items are closed-session topics, and no public action is scheduled.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7)
- Potential litigation under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9)
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education held a regular session on August 16, 2023, and approved all action items, including the FY 24 preliminary budget, a $289 million Certificate of Necessity for major capital improvements, and several administrative appointments. The board also approved consent items for personnel and vendor contracts, and heard public comments.
- Approved submission of Certificate of Necessity for $289,000,000 in major capital improvements to Delaware Department of Education
- Approved FY 24 Preliminary Budget
- Approved administrative assignments: Steven Morris (AI DuPont HS), Martin Regan (John Dickinson School), Adriane Simpson (Stanton Middle School)
- Approved $10,000 donation from Delaware Community Foundation to Richardson Park Elementary School for facility upgrades
- Approved consent items including vendor contracts (e.g., related services, specialty teachers, Linden Hill pavement rehabilitation)
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education held a special meeting on August 7, 2023, to approve several administrative items. The board approved a modified 2023-2024 meeting calendar, adopted board priorities (Referendum, Strategic Plan, Student Success), adopted a superintendent evaluation tool, approved committee charge statements, and appointed a new principal. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved modified 2023-2024 Board of Education calendar including workshops and special meetings
- Adopted Board Priorities: Referendum, Strategic Plan, and Student Success
- Adopted Superintendent Evaluation tool presented at Feb 13, 2023 workshop
- Approved charge statements for Board Policy Review, Student & Family Handbook, Community Financial Review, and Facilities committees
- Approved Christopher Romano as Principal of Lewis Dual Language Elementary
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education is holding a full-day retreat. The agenda includes a presentation on board member roles and responsibilities, discussions on board committees and self-evaluation, and a workshop led by Hanover Research on the district's mission, vision, and values. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.
- DSBA overview and board member roles/responsibilities presentation by David Tull
- Discussion on board committees and self-evaluation with Supt. Green and Pres. J. Matthews
- Hanover Research workshop on mission/vision/values with Dr. Anne Spear
- Review of proposed 2023-2024 school board meeting dates
- Team building activities scheduled in two sessions
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session only, with no public agenda items. The closed session covers student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues, all permitted under Delaware law. No decisions or public actions are scheduled.
- Executive session on student disciplinary matters under 29 Del.C. § 10004(b)(7)
- Discussion of potential litigation under 29 Del.C. § 10004(b)(4)
- Personnel issues under 29 Del.C. § 10004(b)(9)
- Meeting held via Zoom and in person at Cab Calloway School of the Arts, 100 N. DuPont Road, Wilmington
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education held its organizational meeting and regular session, approving the FY 2024 tax rate, new principals for two schools, and several other action items. The board also received presentations on the FY24 preliminary budget and the AI High Taskforce summary and recommendations. The meeting included procedural items such as the oath of office for new board members and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Approved FY 2024 Tax Rate as submitted
- Approved Devearl Royster Jr. as Principal of John Dickinson School (effective July 17, 2023)
- Approved Martin Cresci as Principal of A.I. DuPont High School (effective July 13, 2023)
- Approved donations totaling $3,500 for National Spelling Bee travel expenses
- Approved salary recommendations for non-collective bargaining units
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session on June 21, 2023, to discuss student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel matters. The agenda lists no specific items under student disciplinary matters, and the other items are general categories. This is a closed-session meeting, so no public decisions are expected.
- Student disciplinary matters (none listed)
- Potential litigation
- Personnel matters
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board is holding a special executive session, closed to the public, to discuss potential litigation and personnel matters. The agenda contains only these two items, both listed as information under Delaware code exemptions for legal and personnel discussions. No decisions or public actions are scheduled.
- Closed session on potential litigation
- Closed session on personnel matters
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education is meeting in regular session to vote on several administrative and financial items. The board approved the district financial report, a new Director of Nutrition Services, a revised custodial contract for FY 23-24, and two $500 donations to schools. It also approved consent items including personnel reports and a vendor contract, and discussed policy reviews and committee reports.
- Approved Jessica Farrand as Director of Nutrition Services, effective June 1, 2023
- Approved revised Custodian Contract for FY 23-24
- Approved $500 donation from Phillip Raffan to H.B. DuPont Middle School
- Approved $500 donation from Claudia Caughlin to Warner Elementary School
- Approved consent items including personnel reports and H.F. Horney Inc. fueling contract
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in a hybrid executive session on April 19, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes only closed-session items: student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. No public action or decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Student disciplinary matters under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7) — no specific cases listed
- Potential litigation under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4) — discussion and information only
- Personnel issues under 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9) — discussion and information only
- Meeting held via Zoom and at Richardson Park Elementary School, 16 Idella Avenue, Wilmington
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Board of Education is meeting to approve routine items including donations, tax abatements, and personnel contracts, and to receive reports from various committees. The board also discusses a proposal to reorganize its committee structure and an audit request for EPSDT services.
- Approved $500 donations to six Marbrook Elementary teachers from Subaru of America/AdoptAClassroom.org
- Approved tax abatement for 250 Executive LLC ($4,877.06) and The Neighborhood Church ($1,129.98)
- Approved tax abatement for Hockessin Historical Society ($21,635.00)
- Approved consent items including substitute teaching contracts with Ultimate Scholastic Staffing Solutions and PASS Educators
- Discussed committee review and consolidation plan
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education met in regular session on March 15, 2023, and approved the 2023-2024 school year calendar, revised board policies, and the JUUL litigation settlement. The board also accepted several donations and approved consent items including personnel reports and vendor contracts. Public comment and recognitions were part of the meeting.
- Approved 2023-2024 school year calendar
- Approved revised Board Policies 2009, 4001, and 4006
- Approved JUUL litigation settlement terms
- Accepted donations: $2,000 to A.I. High School DECA, $500 to HB DuPont Middle, $1,000 to Linden Hill Elementary, $500 to Brandywine Springs School
- Consent items included vendor contracts for roof replacements, Wi-Fi upgrades, and supplies
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board will hold a workshop to discuss the superintendent evaluation process, presented by Dr. Alison Myers. The agenda includes a presentation, a discussion involving administrators and board members, and adjournment. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Presentation on Superintendent Evaluation Process by Dr. Alison Myers
- Discussion item: Admin. & School Board Members
- Adjournment at 6:00-8:00 pm at Administrative Offices, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education held its regular session on February 8, 2023, in a hybrid format. The board approved the FY 2022-2023 final budget, the 2023-2024 school choice recommendations, and several donations, along with consent items including personnel reports and vendor contracts. The agenda also included presentations on the budget and school choice, as well as first readings of board policies under review.
- Approved FY 2022-2023 final budget
- Approved 2023-2024 School Choice recommendations
- Approved $5,000 donation from Chris Lundin to Richey Elementary for Student Care Closet
- Approved $1,000 anonymous donation to McKean High School Track account
- Approved $1,000 donation from Hatzel & Buehler, Inc to McKean High School Wrestling account
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session on February 8, 2023, at Richardson Park Elementary. The agenda covers only closed-session items: student disciplinary matters, potential litigation, and personnel issues. No public action or decision items are listed.
- Executive session on student disciplinary matters (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(7))
- Executive session on potential litigation (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4))
- Executive session on personnel issues (29 Del. C. §10004(b)(9))
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Board of Education is meeting to approve several action items, including the creation of a Comprehensive District Wide School Safety Committee, the annual evaluation of the Superintendent, and the Financial Position Report. The board will also hear public comments, receive committee reports, and consider a first reading of Board Policy 3003 on administrative evaluations. Consent items include personnel reports and a security camera contract.
- Creation of Comprehensive District Wide School Safety Committee (approved 4-3)
- Annual Superintendent evaluation approved
- Financial Position Report as of December 21, 2023 approved
- Security cameras contract with Assurance Media and ARG Communications (consent)
- First reading of Board Policy 3003 on administrative evaluations
Imported Meetings: 2011- 2025
The Red Clay Consolidated School District board is meeting in executive session (closed to the public) on January 18, 2023, at 6:00 pm via hybrid format. The agenda contains only confidential items: one student disciplinary case, potential litigation, and personnel issues. No public action or discussion items are listed.
- Student disciplinary case #23-01E
- Potential litigation discussion
- Personnel issues discussion
- Hybrid meeting at Richardson Park Elementary School, 16 Idella Avenue, Wilmington, DE