Savannah Chatham County Public School System public meetings in 2021
48 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting with informational reports on student recognition, social-emotional learning survey results, COVID-19 transmission, and quarterly change orders. No votes were taken except to adjourn.
- Recognition of Superintendent's Student of the Month for November 2021
- Student survey update on social emotional learning
- COVID-19 transmission update
- Quarterly change order report for second quarter
- Adjournment motion
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Board Accountability Committee met on November 30, 2021, to discuss and receive reports on the 'Way Forward 2026' strategic plan, the Equity Subcommittee, and to approve the committee's calendar for 2022. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from prior meetings. The meeting was largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.
- Approved the November 30, 2021 meeting agenda
- Approved minutes from November 19, 2019, March 23, 2021, and April 27, 2021
- Received update on The Way Forward 2026 Strategic Plan
- Approved Board Accountability Calendar Year 2022
- Discussed Equity Subcommittee report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This meeting agenda is for the Fair Dismissal Act Hearings of the Savannah Chatham County Public School System, scheduled for November 17, 2021. The hearings were cancelled, and the only action listed is adjournment, which occurred at 2:00 PM. No substantive items were discussed.
- Fair Dismissal Act Hearings - CANCELLED
- Adjournment at 2:00 PM
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Academic Excellence Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is meeting to hear reports from school principals on pandemic-era learning, including the virtual pivot, hybrid/EMBRACE programs, and the return to five-day in-person learning. The committee will also approve the meeting agenda and adjourn.
- Presentation on virtual pivot by AB Williams Elementary principal Susan Ambrose
- Presentation on Hybrids/EMBRACE by STEM Academy principal Jimmy Cave
- Presentation on return to 5-day in-person learning by Herschel V. Jenkins principal Heather Handy
- Approval of the November 16, 2021 agenda
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board approved the extension of the Susie King Taylor Community School charter to June 30, 2024, and adopted its 2022 legislative priorities. The board also reviewed the 2022-23 academic calendar and initiated the renaming of the Oatland Administrative Building. Routine personnel actions, including retirements and salary adjustments, were approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved two-year extension of the Susie King Taylor Community School charter contract to conclude on June 30, 2024
- Adopted 2022 Legislative Priorities to guide the school system's advocacy efforts
- Reviewed the 2022-23 Academic Calendar
- Initiated first read for the naming of the Oatland Administrative Building
- Approved consent agenda items including retirements, resignations, and salary adjustments
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to receive information and discuss reports on post-secondary accelerated options, athletics and extra-curricular activities, and transportation. No formal votes are scheduled except adjournment.
- Report on Post-Secondary Accelerated Options (PAO) for student success
- Operational update on athletics and competitive extra-curricular activities
- Transportation update
- Adjournment motion
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Audit Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, and to discuss several reports, including a contract audit of RFP#21-05, a summary of audits, and a quarterly work status report. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with no major policy decisions expected.
- Contract Audit of RFP#21-05
- Summary of Audits Report
- CY2022 Audit Committee Dates
- Quarter 1 – Work Status Report
- Approval of August 26, 2021 meeting minutes
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Capital Improvement Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is meeting to discuss capital projects, maintenance, and ESPLOST revenues and budget. The agenda includes a safety briefing from campus police, approval of prior minutes and the current agenda, and reports on operations and capital projects. No votes on substantive items are scheduled beyond routine approvals.
- ESPLOST revenues and budget report by Larry Jackson
- Operations presentations by Mrs. Vanessa Miller-Kaigler
- Capital project updates by Mr. Drevon Jones
- Maintenance and operations report by Mr. Ashok Batra
- Approval of February 10, 2021 meeting minutes
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held its regular meeting on October 6, 2021, approving the agenda with revisions, the consent agenda, and several proclamations. The board also discussed routine reports and policy reviews, with no major new initiatives or public hearings on the agenda.
- Approved consent agenda including personnel actions (retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments)
- Proclaimed School Bus Safety and Transportation Appreciation Week (Oct 18-22, 2021)
- Proclaimed National School Lunch Week (Oct 11-15, 2021)
- Proclaimed National Custodial Worker's Recognition Day (Oct 2, 2021)
- Discussed 2022 legislative priorities
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This is a procedural agenda for an executive session of the Savannah Chatham County Public School System. The only listed item is a discussion of student matters, which is closed to the public. No decisions or specific actions are detailed.
- Executive session at 12:30 PM at Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
- Discussion of student matters
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to receive information and discuss updates on STEM/STEAM initiatives, the FY 2023 budget process, and August 2021 financials. No formal votes are scheduled except adjournment.
- STEM/STEAM initiatives update (information/discussion)
- FY 2023 budget process update
- August 2021 board financials report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This meeting agenda is for the Savannah Chatham County Public School System's Fair Dismissal Act Hearings, which were cancelled. The only listed actions are the board decision and adjournment, with the meeting noted as adjourned at 2:00 PM. No substantive items were discussed.
- Fair Dismissal Act Hearings - CANCELLED
- Board Decision (Action item)
- Adjournment at 2:00 PM
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education and Superintendent are holding a retreat to discuss strategic operational aspects of the district. The agenda includes sessions on board governance, facilities visioning for the future, and next steps. No formal decisions are scheduled; it is an information and discussion meeting.
- Retreat held at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Road, Savannah, GA
- Discussion of projected growth, capacity, and facility availability
- Review of Cognia Standards of Quality
- Board member roles and functions discussion
- Facilities visioning groups and alignment to academic needs
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education and Superintendent are holding a retreat to discuss strategic operational aspects of the district. The agenda includes workforce priorities, teaching and learning strategies, and an overview of the 'The Way Forward 2026' strategic plan, with breakout group discussions.
- Retreat held at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Road, Savannah, GA
- Workforce priorities discussion led by Mr. Ramon Ray
- Teaching and learning strategies presented by Associate Superintendents Bernadette Ball-Oliver and Julian Childers
- The Way Forward 2026 strategic plan overview by Mr. Joe Austin
- Board/staff visioning and breakout group sessions
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will hold an informal meeting to receive reports on student transportation and monthly financials for July 2021. These are information and discussion items, not final decisions. The meeting will be livestreamed from the Whitney Administrative Complex.
- DAS Report on Student Transportation
- Monthly Financials for July 2021
- Adjournment action item
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is meeting to approve the five-year strategic plan, 'The Way Forward 2026,' and a temporary transportation agreement with Savannah Classical Academy for special-education students. The board also considers several policy reviews, including facilities financing, property disposal, and food service, and a resolution honoring former members.
- Approval of The Way Forward 2026 strategic plan
- Temporary transportation agreement with Savannah Classical Academy at $550 per student for IEP/504 students
- Policy reviews: FF (facilities financing), DO (property disposal), JGH (food service), JCEB-R (student hearings)
- Deletion of policies IB and EA (instructional and business management goals)
- Resolutions honoring former board members Edward Mickey Stephens and Daniel Frazier
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The board met for an informal session to receive reports on teaching, learning, and district finances. The agenda consisted of information, discussion, and reporting items rather than formal decisions.
- Teaching and Learning DAS Report
- June 2021 Monthly Financials report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Board of Public Education for the City of Savannah and County of Chatham met to ratify modified bell schedules for K8 schools for the 2021-2022 school year. The meeting also included reviews of various board policies regarding public participation, dual enrollment, and graduation requirements.
- Ratification of modified Bell Time Schedule for K8 schools
- Review of Policy BCBI: Public Participation in Board Meetings
- Review of Policy AE: School Year (4-Year Review)
- Review of Policy IDCH: Dual Enrollment
- Review of Administrative Regulation IHF-R: Graduation Requirements
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System Board of Education will hold an executive session to discuss student matters. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 12:30 PM at the Whitney Administrative Complex.
- Executive Session regarding Student Matters-3
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board meeting for July 28, 2021, was cancelled. The only actions listed were the board decision on the hearings and adjournment, which occurred at 2:00 PM. No substantive business was conducted.
- Fair Dismissal Act Hearings cancelled
- Meeting adjourned at 2:00 PM
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is holding a workshop to review the draft GSBA Strategic Plan, 'The Way Forward 2026,' covering all five strategic goals. They will also receive an update on special education, which was moved from the informal agenda. The meeting is informational and for discussion, with no formal votes expected except adjournment.
- Review of GSBA Draft Strategic Plan: The Way Forward 2026
- Special Education Update (Board request)
- Strategic goals include student growth, family engagement, talent management, and resource stewardship
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to discuss student matters. The agenda contains only this single item and is otherwise procedural boilerplate.
- Executive session at 12:30 PM at Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
- Agenda item: Student Matters (information only)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will hold an informal meeting to receive information and discuss updates on special education (moved to a workshop), transportation for the 2021-22 school year, health and safety including campus police, and May 2021 financials. No formal votes are scheduled except adjournment.
- Special Education Update (moved to 9AM board workshop)
- Transportation Update SY 21-22
- DAS Report: Health, Safety, & Facility Usage (Campus Police presentation)
- May 2021 Board Financials
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham school board held its regular meeting, approving a consent agenda covering personnel changes and budget amendments, and voted to name the new Beach High School auditorium. The board also discussed several policy reviews and added two agreements to the agenda.
- Approved naming the new Beach High School auditorium the Richard R. Mole Sr. Auditorium
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, appointments, and salary adjustments
- Ratified CARES Act GNET budget amendment of $321,536
- Added intergovernmental agreement with City of Garden City and Atlanta Gas Light agreement to agenda
- Reviewed policies on food services, curriculum research, valedictorian/salutatorian, employee leaves, and school admissions
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County school board is holding a public hearing to discuss the FY22 budget. The agenda includes a budget update presentation and a period for public comment. No decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Public hearing on the FY22 budget at 6:00 PM
- Budget update presentation by staff
- Public comment period
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to discuss personnel matters. The agenda lists no other business, only this closed-door discussion.
- Executive session on personnel matters at 5:00 PM
- Meeting at Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held a special called meeting to adopt the FY22 budget and millage rate, following a public hearing. The board also denied a charter school application, approved a consent agenda with multiple purchases, and moved several items for separate votes.
- Denied Environmental Sustainability Academy charter school application
- Approved consent agenda including $357,359.40 kitchen equipment renewal
- Approved $245,843.30 Cisco ISE purchase via state contract
- Approved $138,342.08 security software purchase (ratification)
- Approved $191,178.00 Nearpod/Flocabulary services (sole source)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is meeting to consider routine matters, including the tentative adoption of the FY2022 budget and tax millage levy, as well as several policy reviews and personnel actions. The board will also discuss a first read on naming the Beach High auditorium and approve a consent agenda with items like budget amendments and charter school appointments.
- Tentative adoption of Fiscal Year 2022 Budget All Funds
- Tentative Recommended Fiscal Year 2022 Tax Millage Levy
- Budget amendment for GNETS State Grant by $196,545
- First read: Naming of Facilities – Beach High Auditorium
- Policy reviews including JBC School Admissions and GBEAA deletion
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session on June 2, 2021, at the Whitney Administrative Complex. The only listed agenda item is a discussion of student matters, provided as information. The agenda is otherwise procedural and contains no public action items.
- Executive session at 12:30 PM at Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
- Student Matters (information item)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to discuss and receive reports on the FY22 budget process, the first quarterly change order report, and April 2021 monthly financials. These are informational items, not final decisions. The only action item is adjournment.
- FY22 Budget Process Update
- Quarterly Change Order Report (Policy FGG)
- April 2021 Monthly Financials
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Academic Excellence Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education meets to hear reports from principals at Brock Elementary, Largo-Tibet Elementary, and Islands High School on curriculum adjustments, dual teaching, and technology use. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting. No votes on policy or budget are scheduled.
- Approval of May 12, 2021 agenda
- Approval of February 13, 2020 meeting minutes
- Brock Elementary: curriculum adjustments and dual teaching (report)
- Largo-Tibet Elementary: technology use and professional learning (report)
- Islands High School: curriculum adjustments and dual teaching (report)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2022 Recommended Budget. Citizens and employees may provide oral comments, with safety precautions including mask requirements and livestreaming. The agenda includes a budget overview presentation and public comments.
- Public hearing on FY 2022 recommended budget
- Oral comments from citizens and employees
- Budget overview presentation
- Safety screening and mask requirement for speakers
- Livestream via SCCPSS.com or YouTube
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held its regular meeting on May 5, 2021, approving a consent agenda that included personnel actions, a contract renewal for ESPLOST III project services, and a midterm adjustment to the General Fund. The board also amended the agenda to add a stadium/Georgia Power relocation agreement and approved revisions to charter school transportation cost-sharing timelines.
- Contract renewal for ALBECK GROUP, LLC for ESPLOST III project services
- General Fund (Fund 100) midterm adjustment
- SHS Stadium / GA Power Relocation Agreement added to agenda
- Charter school transportation cost-sharing timeline revision approved
- Proclamations for School Nurse Day and Teacher Appreciation Week
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting to discuss the 'Way Forward' five-year strategic plan. The session also included reports on the budget process and monthly financial updates.
- GSBA Strategic Planning Session
- DAS Report on the budget process
- March 2021 Board Financials report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Accountability Committee will meet to discuss the district's strategic roadmap and a presentation on student learning loss, including strategies and action items. The committee will also consider approving the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and hear a report from the Equity Subcommittee.
- Approval of April 27, 2021 meeting agenda
- Approval of November 19, 2019 and March 23, 2021 minutes
- The Way Forward 2026 Strategic Planning Update
- Student Learning Loss Presentation Part II and strategies/action items
- Equity Subcommittee report from Mrs. Cornelia Hall
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Audit Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will meet to review and discuss the FY2020 financial and compliance audits, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Single Audit. The committee will also approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes, and review the internal audit plan's third-quarter status. No votes on policy or spending are scheduled.
- Review of FY2020 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (CAFR)
- Review of FY2020 Single Audit Report
- Review of FY2020 Student Activity Fund Report
- Review of Q3 internal audit plan status
- Approval of March 25, 2021 meeting minutes
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting to discuss budget workshops, including COVID-19 costs. The session also included reports on extended learning opportunities and monthly financials.
- Budget Workshop regarding current and future COVID-19 costs
- Discussion of Extended Learning Options and Opportunities
- Review of February 2021 Board Financials
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held its regular meeting on April 14, 2021, approving several action items including the naming of a new K-8 school and the bell schedule for the 2021-22 school year. The board also discussed a proposal to modify grading for high school students due to the pandemic and reviewed policies and regulations. The agenda included a deleted item on charter transportation cost sharing.
- Approved naming new K8 school in western Chatham County as New Hampstead K8 School
- Approved bell schedule for 2021-22 school year (motion carried 6-3)
- Discussed proposal to drop lowest quarter grade for high school students due to pandemic
- Reviewed 4-year policies AC (School District Organizational Plan) and EGD (Liability Insurance)
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, and salary adjustments
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Accountability Committee will meet via Zoom to approve the agenda and minutes from a prior meeting, hear presentations on the district accountability system and a learning loss report for SY 2020-21, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is largely procedural, with the substantive items being the two presentations.
- Presentation on the District Accountability System by Joe Austin
- REMI SN MAP District Learning Loss Report SY 2020-21 presented by Joe Austin
- Approval of November 19, 2019 meeting minutes
- Approval of March 23, 2021 meeting agenda
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This is a board workshop, not a voting meeting, focused on strategic improvement planning. The board will hear reports on the strategic roadmap, strategic improvement planning, and next steps for TWF 2026. The only action item is a motion to adjourn.
- Strategic Roadmap - Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow report by Chief Data and Accountability Officer
- Strategic Improvement Planning presentations by Director and Manager of Strategic Planning Services
- TWF 2026 - Next Steps report by Chief Data and Accountability Officer
- Motion to adjourn as the only action item
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held its regular meeting, approving the agenda with revisions and adding two ESPLOST III budget transfers. The board approved Board Policy II on testing programs and several proclamations, and discussed the naming of a new K-8 school facility, along with policy reviews and the superintendent's operational update.
- Approved Board Policy II Testing Programs (second read)
- Discussed naming of new K-8 school facility (first read)
- Added budget transfers for ESPLOST III (Fund 312) for Jenkins and New Hampstead
- Approved proclamations for National School Breakfast Week and National School Social Workers Week
- Approved consent agenda including personnel actions (retirements, resignations, appointments)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will hold an informal meeting to discuss and receive reports on the opening of a new K-8 school and the budget process, including monthly financials. The only action item is adjournment.
- New K-8 school opening update (discussion)
- Budget process update (discussion)
- January 2021 monthly financials (report)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education holds an informal meeting to receive information and discuss three reports: a COVID-19 transmission and vaccination update from the Coastal Health District, a human resources stewardship report including a mid-year personnel analysis, and December 2020 monthly financials. No votes are scheduled except adjournment.
- COVID transmission rates and vaccination update by Dr. Lawton Davis, Coastal Health District
- DAS report on stewardship of human resources with mid-year personnel analysis
- December 2020 monthly financial report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, most notably a resolution supporting a phased return to in-person learning for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year. The board also approved a resolution urging higher priority for school staff in COVID-19 vaccination access and discussed policy updates on internet use, testing, and student records.
- Resolution supporting 3-Day/2-Day Rotation in-person learning model for Pre-K-12, with virtual learning remaining an option
- Resolution urging federal and state agencies to prioritize school staff for COVID-19 vaccination
- Proclamation declaring February 1-5, 2021 as National School Counseling Week
- Policy updates on Internet Acceptable Use (IFBG), Testing (II), and Student Records (JR) presented for information
- Consent agenda approved including minutes from January 13, 2021 meeting and retirements
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held a workshop to discuss instructional models for the second semester of the 2020-2021 school year. The agenda includes updates on district and county COVID-19 transmission numbers, a review of learning models, and discussions on Wednesdays, graduation 2021, and summer learning. No votes were taken; the only action item was a motion to adjourn.
- District COVID transmission numbers report
- Overview of Georgia school district operational approaches
- Review of learning models for second semester
- Discussion of Graduation 2021 plans
- Summer learning framework discussion
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This is a ceremonial meeting where newly elected or re-elected Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education members take their oath of office. The agenda includes the call to order, pledge of allegiance, swearing-in of four board members, brief remarks, and adjournment. No policy decisions or substantive discussions are scheduled.
- Oath administered by Chief Judge Tammy Stokes
- Denise R. Grabowski sworn in for District 1
- Dionne L. Hoskins-Brown sworn in for District 2
- Cornelia H. Hall sworn in for District 3
- Michael W. Johnson sworn in for District 7
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to discuss the FY 2022 budget process, including enrollment projections, and the use of CARES Act funds. They will also review the November 2020 financial statements. The only action item is adjournment.
- FY 2022 budget process and enrollment report
- CARES Act presentation
- November 2020 financial statements review
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held its regular meeting on January 13, 2021, where it approved the agenda with revisions and took action on several items. The board voted to reconsider its December 2020 decision and approved a resolution placing the ESPLOST referendum on the November 2, 2021 ballot instead of March 16, 2021. It also elected officers, adopted the 2021 meeting calendar and committee appointments, and approved a consent agenda covering personnel actions and other routine matters.
- ESPLOST IV referendum moved to November 2, 2021 ballot (motion carried 7-1)
- Elected Shawn Kachmar as Vice President and Tonia Howard-Hall as Vice President Pro-Tempore
- Adopted 2021 Calendar of Board of Education Meetings
- Adopted 2021 Committee Appointments
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, and salary adjustments