Savannah Chatham County Public School System public meetings in 2023
67 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham school board is meeting to approve the renewal of the Susie King Taylor Community School charter for five years, adopt the 2024 meeting calendar, and discuss several board policies. The consent agenda includes routine personnel actions and budget transfers, with some items removed or revised.
- Charter renewal for Susie King Taylor Community School, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029
- Adoption of 2024 Calendar of Board of Education Meetings
- Mid-year review of Board Policy JD: Student Discipline
- New Board Policy GAGC: Employee Ethics
- Consent agenda includes retirements, resignations, appointments, and salary adjustments
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to discuss student matters, personnel changes (retirements, resignations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments, and charter schools), and legal/real estate matters including board attorneys. No safety and security matters were presented. The session is closed to the public and is primarily for discussion and information.
- Student matters (3 items) - action, information, discussion, report
- Personnel: retirements, resignations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments, charter schools
- Legal and real estate: board attorneys
- No safety and security matters presented
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to receive two reports: the Superintendent's 100-day entry plan report and a quarterly change order report. Both items are for information and discussion only, with no votes scheduled.
- Superintendent's 100-Days: Listen, Learn, Lead report
- Third quarter change order report for fiscal responsibility
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Board Accountability Committee met to approve its agenda and minutes, receive a presentation on the TWF 2026 Strategic Plan update, and approve proposed meeting dates for 2024. All actions were approved unanimously.
- Approved agenda and minutes from November 1, 2023 BAC Equity Subcommittee meeting
- Presentation: TWF 2026 Strategic Plan Update (information/discussion)
- Approved 2024 meeting dates: March 26, April 23, July 23, August 27, October 22, November 26
- Next tentative meeting: January 23, 2024
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Audit Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and to receive reports on the Internal Audit Department's by-laws, 2024 meeting dates, the FY2024 budget request, and an ESPLOST performance audit by Serotta Maddocks Evans & Co. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with no major policy decisions expected.
- Approval of August 24, 2023 meeting agenda
- Approval of October 26, 2023 meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2024 calendar year Audit Committee meeting dates
- FY2024 Internal Audit Department budget request
- ESPLOST performance audit by Serotta Maddocks Evans & Co.
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Finance Advisory Committee met to discuss the General Fund balance and long-range planning. The committee also reviewed the budget calendar and provided an update on the American Recovery Program's budget impact.
- General Fund Fund Balance Review & Long-Range Planning
- Budget Calendar and supporting documents review
- American Recovery Program update and budget impact
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Board Accountability Equity Subcommittee met to review reports regarding student success and academic achievement. The meeting included presentations on Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) and Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI) for specific schools.
- SY2023 Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) and Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI) school presentations
- Presentation regarding AB Williams Elementary School
- Presentation regarding Mercer Middle School
- Presentation regarding Windsor Forest Elementary School
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education met on November 1, 2023, to adopt the 2024 Legislative Priorities, approve several proclamations, and handle routine personnel matters. The board also reviewed multiple board policies, including those on professional personnel termination, employee leaves, and student achievement, and approved the consent agenda with personnel actions.
- Adopted 2024 Legislative Priorities (motion carried, 7-0-2)
- Proclaimed American Education Week (Nov 13-17, 2023)
- Proclaimed Retired Educators Day (Nov 5, 2023)
- Proclaimed Literacy Week (Nov 12-18, 2023)
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, appointments, and salary adjustments
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will hold an informal meeting to discuss two main items: a status report on federally identified schools and the first part of the long-range facilities plan for the 2024-2025 school year. These are discussion and information items, not final decisions.
- Status report on federally identified schools
- Discussion of Long Range Facilities Plan Part I for SY 2024-2025
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to discuss student matters, personnel changes, and legal and real estate issues. No safety and security matters were presented. The session is closed to the public and includes action on student matters and discussion of board attorneys.
- Student matters (3) - action item
- Personnel: retirements, resignations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments, charter schools
- Safety and security: none presented
- Legal and real estate: board attorneys discussion
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Audit Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from August 24, 2023, and to receive informational reports on the Internal Audit Department's bylaws and charter, an intern introduction, CY25 meeting dates, Q1 status, and updates to senior internal auditor positions. The meeting is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Approval of August 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Internal Audit Department By-Laws and Audit Committee Charter
- Introduction of intern
- CY25 Audit Committee meeting dates discussion
- Update to Senior Internal Auditor positions
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to discuss two items: a report on third-grade reading proficiency and the board's 2024 legislative priorities. Both items are for information and discussion only, with no formal votes scheduled.
- Third Grade Reading Report — information and discussion on reading on grade level (ROGL) data
- Discussion of 2024 Legislative Priorities — board discussion on proposed state legislative agenda
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board is holding an executive session to discuss personnel matters, including retirements, resignations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments, and charter schools. Legal and real estate matters will be presented by board attorneys. No student or safety/security matters were presented. The session is closed to the public and is for discussion and information only.
- Personnel matters: retirements, resignations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments, charter schools
- Legal and real estate matters presented by board attorneys
- No student matters presented
- No safety and security matters presented
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Board Accountability Equity Subcommittee will meet to review school performance reports for six schools designated for Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) or Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI). The agenda includes approval of the agenda and minutes, presentations on each school's Chevron report, and discussion of the next meeting date. No votes on policy or funding are scheduled.
- Review of CSI/TSI Chevron reports for A.B. Williams, Brock Elementary, DeRenne Middle, Largo-Tibet Elementary, Mercer Middle, and Windsor Forest Elementary
- Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting agenda
- Approval of minutes from July 25, 2023 BAC meeting
- Discussion of next meeting date (tentative October 24, 2023)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education will hold its regular meeting to approve the agenda, discuss board policies, and vote on consent agenda items including personnel actions, budget transfers, and a contract change order. The board will also consider adopting training plans for board governance.
- Budget transfers for EV Charging Center at Gamble Road (Fund 308 and Fund 100)
- ESPLOST II budget transfer for Savannah HS
- ESPLOST III budget transfer for Savannah Arts Academy
- RFP 21-01 403b & 457b Supplemental Retirement Plans - 3rd Annual Renewal
- EIII K-12 Professional Service Agreement-LS3P Associates, LTD Change Order #32
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to review recommendations and discuss matters related to students, personnel, safety and security, and legal and real estate issues. All items are listed as information, discussion, or report, with no votes or decisions scheduled in the open portion.
- Review of student-related recommendations
- Review of personnel recommendations
- Discussion of safety and security matters
- Discussion of legal and real estate matters
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to review financial reports from five charter schools and a quarterly change order report. These are information and discussion items, not final decisions. The only action item is adjournment.
- Charter school financial reports: Coastal Empire Montessori, Oglethorpe, Savannah Classical Academy, Susie King Taylor, Tybee Island Maritime Academy
- Quarterly Change Order Report for 2nd quarter 2023
- Meeting livestreamed from Jessie Collier DeLoach Board Room, Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Audit Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, and to take action on the FY24 audit plan, the internal audit FY24 budget, and an audit of HVAC replacement projects. Informational items include the status of an internship and Board Policy CD. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 26, 2023.
- Approval of minutes from April 27, 2023 and June 22, 2023
- Action on FY24 Audit Plan
- Action on Internal Audit FY24 Budget
- Action on Audit of HVAC Replacement Projects
- Discussion of Board Policy CD
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education and Superintendent Dr. Denise Watts are holding a two-day Fall Retreat at Oatland Island Wildlife Center. The agenda includes discussions on the long-range facility plan, covering district needs, land and property, and guiding principles, as well as refining the strategic plan (TWF 2026) and its indicators of progress. These are informational and discussion items, not final decisions.
- Long Range Facility Plan: district needs, land & property, guiding principles
- Strategic Plan TWF 2026: recap, indicators of progress, alignment
- Zone of Influence reporting dynamics discussion
- Retreat held at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Road, Savannah
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education and Superintendent Dr. Denise Watts are holding a two-day fall retreat at Oatland Island Wildlife Center. The agenda includes discussions on board engagement, communication protocols, social media policy, and defining the district's identity and brand. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is informational and discussion-focused.
- Retreat held at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Road, Savannah, GA
- Discussion on Relationship Intelligence for board engagement
- Review of Communication Protocol and Preferences
- Annual review of Board Policy BH (Board Code of Ethics) on social media use
- Superintendent's update on transition plan and forward steps
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is holding its regular meeting on August 9, 2023, to approve the agenda, hear reports, and vote on consent agenda items including personnel actions, budget amendments, and budget transfers. The board will also discuss several board policies as part of a four-year review, with some revisions proposed for first read.
- Budget Amendment: IDEA ARP 611 Grant for $338,047
- Budget Transfer: ESPLOST II Jenkins HS
- Budget Transfer: ESPLOST III Jenkins HS
- Budget Transfer: ESPLOST III New Hampstead K-8
- Board Policy ABCE: Board Member Resignation (4-Year Review) - First Read
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, receive a presentation on Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) results, and adjourn. The main substantive item is the GMAS report, which is for information and discussion only.
- Adoption of meeting agenda
- Adoption of minutes from prior meeting
- Presentation on GMAS (Georgia Milestones Assessment System) results
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to review recommendations and discuss personnel, safety and security, and legal and real estate matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or public actions listed.
- Review of student-related recommendations
- Review of personnel recommendations
- Discussion of safety and security matters
- Discussion of legal and real estate matters
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Capital Improvement Committee met to review ESPLOST expenditures and budgets, and to discuss long-range facility planning. The committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 22, 2023 meeting. The meeting was informational and discussion-focused, with no formal votes on capital projects.
- ESPLOST expenditures and budgets presented by Larry Jackson
- Long-range planning presentation by Vanessa Miller-Kaigler, Bill Huttinga, and Simmie Railford
- Approval of July 26, 2023 agenda
- Approval of February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham Board of Education's Accountability Committee met on July 25, 2023, to approve the agenda and minutes, and to receive a presentation on the Strategic Plan and DAS-REMI by Mr. Dave Feliciano. The meeting was adjourned at 4:49 p.m.
- Approval of July 25, 2023 meeting agenda
- Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023 BAC meeting
- Presentation: Strategic Plan and DAS-REMI by Mr. Dave Feliciano
- Next tentative meeting: August 29, 2023 (Equity Subcommittee)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education holds an informal meeting to receive an information update on school readiness for the 2023-2024 school year, which begins August 3, 2023. The agenda includes opening remarks, the readiness presentation, and adjournment.
- School readiness update for 2023-2024 school year
- School year starts August 3, 2023
- Informal meeting, no votes expected
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held its regular meeting on July 12, 2023, approving the naming of the K-12 complex as the Gould-Mercer-Groves K-12 Complex (GMG). The board also approved the consent agenda, which included personnel actions, a budget amendment for the ETE Georgia Power grant, and a budget transfer for Hubert Middle School renovations. Several policy reviews were discussed, including student fees and purchasing/credit card use.
- Approved naming K-12 complex as Gould-Mercer-Groves K-12 Complex (GMG)
- Approved FY2024 budget increase of $388,967 for ETE Georgia Power grant (Fund 584)
- Approved budget transfer for Hubert Middle School renovation design (ESPLOST III)
- Discussed 4-year policy reviews: Social Security Numbers, Student Fees, Purchasing/Credit Card Use, Gifted Student Programs
- Deleted RFP 23-19 for copier fleet and print center management services from consent agenda
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System is holding its third public hearing on a proposed millage rate increase. The meeting includes a presentation by Mrs. Cooley and an opportunity for public speakers. This is part of the required process before the board can adopt the new rate.
- Public Hearing #3 on proposed millage rate
- Presentation by Mrs. Cooley
- Public speakers session
- Notice of Public Hearing - Millage Rate 062623_presentation for 626 and 712.pdf (453 KB) attached
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is holding the second public hearing on its proposed millage rate. The meeting includes a presentation by Mrs. Cooley and an opportunity for public speakers. This is a required step before the board can vote on the tax rate.
- Public Hearing #2 on proposed millage rate
- Presentation by Mrs. Cooley on millage rate
- Public speakers session
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System board held the first of two public hearings on a proposed millage rate increase. The board heard presentations, received public comments from two speakers, and then moved into executive session to discuss legal, personnel, real estate, and security matters.
- Public hearing on proposed millage rate increase
- Presentation by Mrs. Cooley on millage rate
- Public speakers: Mr. Thomas East and Ms. Kellie Powell
- Agenda amended to include executive session
- Executive session for legal, personnel, real estate, and security matters
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held a special called meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 budget for all funds, totaling over $839 million across general, special revenue, other, and capital projects funds. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including a content filtering contract, a budget ratification, and a memorandum of understanding with the county, as well as a ratification of award for robotic floor scrubbers. The budget adoption passed with one dissenting vote.
- Adopted FY2024 General Fund budget of $567,374,980
- Approved $1,467,440 for 20 Tennant T-380 robotic floor scrubbers (ESSER funded)
- Approved $223,931 contract with BorderLAN for content filtering (rescinding FilteredNet)
- Ratified $194,650 High-Cost Fund Grant budget
- Approved MOU with Chatham County for school counselor support
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting for Fair Dismissal Act hearings, which are personnel dismissal proceedings. The agenda includes a board decision on the hearings and adjournment, with the meeting adjourning at 2:00 PM. No other business is listed.
- Fair Dismissal Act Hearings at 11:00 a.m. in the Jessie Collier DeLoach Board Room, Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
- Board decision on Fair Dismissal Act hearings
- Meeting adjourned at 2:00 PM
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Board held a special called meeting to vote on appointing S. Denise Watts, Ed.D., as the next superintendent, subject to legal requirements and contract approval. The board also approved a consent agenda including personnel actions and an agreement for service with Dr. Watts.
- Appointment of S. Denise Watts, Ed.D., as Superintendent
- Approval of Superintendent's contract effective July 1, 2023
- Ratification of personnel terminations
- Approval of personnel appointments
- Approval of reassignments and salary adjustments
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This is the second public hearing on the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System's proposed millage rate increase. The board will hear a presentation by Mrs. Cooley and take comments from speakers. No decisions are being made at this hearing.
- Public Hearing #2 on proposed millage rate
- Presentation by Mrs. Cooley
- Public comment period for speakers
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is holding the first of two public hearings on a proposed millage rate increase. The hearing includes a presentation by Mrs. Cooley and public comments from registered speakers. The board will hear input before any final decision.
- Public Hearing #1 on proposed millage rate at 11:00 AM in Jessie Collier DeLoach Board Room, Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
- Presentation by Mrs. Cooley on millage rate overview
- Speakers: Mr. Thomas East and Ms. Kellie Powell
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding a workshop to receive academic updates, including an overview of Title 1 compensatory programs, a homeless liaison update under McKinney-Vento, and reports on choice programs. The board will also approve the meeting agenda and consider a quarterly change order report. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with only agenda approval and adjournment as action items.
- Title 1 compensatory programs overview
- Homeless liaison update: McKinney-Vento Education
- Choice programs report and application redesign
- Quarterly change order report
- Agenda approval and adjournment
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is meeting to consider routine matters, including personnel actions, policy reviews, and proclamations. The most significant items are the tentative adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and the first read of naming a new K-12 multi-campus school site. The board also approved the agenda with revisions, adding the naming item and removing a copier fleet management contract.
- Tentative adoption of Fiscal Year 2024 Budget All Funds
- First read of naming K-12 Multi Campus School Site
- Removal of RFP 23-19: District Copier Fleet Management Services and District Print Center Management Services – 5 year lease agreement
- Approval of Board Norms and Protocols for SY 2024
- Consent agenda includes retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, reassignments, and salary adjustments
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County school board is holding a special called meeting solely to move into executive session. The closed session will discuss personnel matters, real estate, confidential student matters, and attorney-client advice regarding pending claims. The agenda contains no public action items beyond convening and adjourning.
- Special called meeting at EnMarket Arena, 620 Stiles Ave., Savannah
- Motion to close meeting for executive session on personnel, real estate, student, and legal matters
- Motion to adjourn
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education is holding a special called meeting to move into executive session. The closed session will discuss personnel matters, real estate, confidential student matters, and attorney-client advice on pending claims. The meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2023, at the EnMarket Arena.
- Motion to close meeting for executive session
- Discussion of personnel matters as provided by law
- Discussion of real estate matters
- Discussion of student matters required to be confidential
- Attorney-client advice regarding pending claims
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County school board is holding a special called meeting to move into executive session. The closed session will cover personnel matters, real estate, confidential student matters, and attorney-client advice on pending claims. The meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the EnMarket Arena.
- Executive session for personnel, real estate, student, and legal matters
- Meeting at EnMarket Arena, 620 Stiles Ave., Savannah
- Two sessions: 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
- Motion to close meeting and motion to adjourn
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held its regular meeting on May 10, 2023. The board approved the agenda with deletions and revisions, adopted proclamations for School Nurses Week and Teacher Appreciation Week, and approved the consent agenda, which included personnel actions and budget transfers for LED sports lighting at Savannah High and Beach High schools. Several policy reviews were discussed, including charter schools and paraprofessional qualifications.
- Approved agenda with deletions of policy reviews on student fees, bids/quotes, and purchasing/credit cards; revisions to professional personnel assignment policy and partnership update
- Proclaimed May 10, 2023 as National School Nurse Day and May 8-12, 2023 as Teacher Appreciation Week
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, reassignments, and salary adjustments
- Approved budget transfers for ESPLOST IV LED sports lighting at Savannah High School and Beach High School practice fields
- Discussed first readings of policy reviews: Charter Schools (IBB) and Paraprofessional Qualifications (GDBA)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Budget Committee is meeting to review survey results from the board, Senate, and public, and to receive a budget presentation on the FY23 budget process. The meeting includes open discussion and planning for future meetings. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review of FY 2024 survey results (board, Senate, public)
- Budget presentation on FY23 budget process update
- Open discussion for committee planning
- Next meeting date to be announced (TBA)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting on May 10, 2023. The board approved the March 1, 2023 meeting minutes and adjourned. Members received informational reports on Title 1 compensatory programs, the McKinney-Vento homeless liaison update, choice programs, and a quarterly change order report.
- Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Title 1 compensatory programs overview
- McKinney-Vento homeless liaison update
- Choice programs academic update
- Quarterly change order report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This is a special called board meeting of the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, held solely to move into executive session. The board voted unanimously to close the meeting to discuss personnel, real estate, student, and attorney-client matters as allowed by law. No other business was conducted.
- Motion to close meeting for executive session (personnel, real estate, student, legal matters)
- Motion carried 8-0, with one member not present
- Meeting held at Hyatt Regency, Savannah Dining Room
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held a special called meeting to move into executive session. The board voted to close the meeting to discuss personnel matters, real estate, confidential student matters, and attorney-client advice regarding pending claims. The motion carried with six members voting in favor; three members were not present for the vote.
- Motion to close meeting for executive session passed (6 yea, 3 not present)
- Executive session topics: personnel, real estate, student matters, attorney-client advice
- Meeting held at Hyatt Regency, 2 West Bay Street, Savannah
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education's Audit Committee is meeting to consider approving the agenda and minutes from February 23, 2023. The main business includes receiving the annual consolidated financial audit from Mauldin and Jenkins and a contract audit for Chrome device hardware, software, and installation. The committee will also discuss informational items, including a Quarter 3 status report, an academic auditor update, and a review of the Audit Committee charter. The next tentative meeting is set for June 22, 2023.
- Approval of April 27, 2023 agenda
- Approval of February 23, 2023 minutes
- Annual Consolidated Financial Audit – Mauldin and Jenkins
- Contract Audit – Chrome Device Hardware, Software, and Installation
- Quarter 3 Status Report and Academic Auditor Update
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is holding a public hearing on its Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The board will present a budget overview and take comments from citizens, either in person or via livestream. This is a discussion and information item, not a final vote.
- Public hearing on FY 2024 budget at 6:00 p.m. in the Jessie Collier DeLoach Board Room, Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Street
- Budget overview presentation under Strategic Goal 4: Fiscal Responsibility and Resource Stewardship
- Public comments accepted in person or via livestream on SCCPSS.com or YouTube
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to receive reports and discuss charter school annual reports, academic updates on Pre-K and summer programming, literacy task force recommendations, and an internal audit summary. No formal votes are scheduled except for adjournment.
- Charter School Annual Report: Coastal Empire Montessori Charter
- Charter School Annual Report: Tybee Island Maritime Academy
- Academic Update: Pre-K and Summer Programming
- Academic Update: Literacy Task Force Recommendations
- DAS KPO: Internal Audit Summary Report
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session to discuss student matters. The agenda lists this as an information, discussion, and report item, with no public action items or details provided.
- Executive session on student matters at Whitney Administrative Complex
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System is holding a public feedback session on the superintendent search, hosted by McMillan and Associates. The meeting is for information and discussion, allowing residents to provide input on the search process.
- Public feedback session on superintendent search
- Hosted by McMillan and Associates
- Location: Southwest Middle School, 6030 Ogeechee Road, Savannah, GA
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
This is a public feedback session, not a regular board meeting, focused on the superintendent search. The session is hosted by McMillan and Associates and is for information and discussion, allowing community input on the search process.
- Public feedback session on superintendent search
- Hosted by McMillan and Associates
- Location: West Chatham Middle School, 800 Pine Barren Road, Pooler, GA 31322
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an operational retreat to discuss board roles, communication protocols, and the process for hiring a new superintendent. The agenda includes legislative updates and feedback from the community and board on the superintendent search conducted by McMillan & Associates.
- Discussion of board roles and responsibilities led by Attorney Andrew Dekle
- Review of communication protocols for the board
- Update on hiring a new superintendent as a critical task
- Legislative updates from GSBA Delegate Denise R. Grabowski
- Community feedback and board discussion on superintendent search by McMillan & Associates
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held a special called meeting to consider and approve a contract for executive search consultant services to find a new superintendent. The board voted to award RFP #23-45 to BWP & Associates in the estimated amount of $55,920. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with agenda approval and adjournment.
- Award of RFP #23-45 to BWP & Associates for superintendent search, estimated $55,920
- Motion carried 8-0, with Dionne Hoskins-Brown not present
- Meeting held at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Road, Savannah
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System is holding a public feedback session on the superintendent search, hosted by McMillan and Associates. The meeting is for information and discussion, allowing residents to provide input on the search process.
- Public feedback session on superintendent search
- Hosted by McMillan and Associates
- Held at Beach High School Auditorium, 3001 Hopkins Street, Savannah, GA
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System is holding a public feedback session on the superintendent search, hosted by McMillan and Associates. The meeting is for information and discussion, allowing community input on the search process.
- Public feedback session on superintendent search
- Hosted by McMillan and Associates
- Held at Jenkins High School Auditorium, 1800 East DeRenne Avenue, Savannah, GA
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting to discuss academic and fiscal matters. They approved the minutes from a previous committee meeting and received reports on literacy initiatives, charter school annual reports, and a quarterly change order report. The meeting also included a budget process update from the Board of Assessors.
- Approved minutes from the March 10, 2022 Academic Excellence Committee meeting
- Discussion of literacy initiatives
- Annual report from Oglethorpe Charter School
- Annual report from Savannah Classical Academy
- Quarterly change order report (Policy FGG)
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, which is listed as information, discussion, and report, with no public action items or details provided.
- Executive session on student matters
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held its regular meeting on March 1, 2023, approving the agenda with revisions and deletions, adopting proclamations for school nutrition and social workers, and reviewing several board policies. The board also approved a consent agenda that included personnel actions (retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments) and a $153,288 budget amendment for Title III English Learner instruction.
- Approved $153,288 budget amendment for Title III-A Language Instruction for English Learners
- Approved consent agenda with personnel items (retirements, resignations, terminations, appointments, reassignments, salary adjustments)
- Proclaimed March 6-10, 2023 as National School Breakfast Week and National Nutrition Month
- Proclaimed March 6-10, 2023 as National School Social Worker Week
- First read of board policies: Automobile Use, Suicide Prevention, Electronic Communications, Staff Rights, Board Duties
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Audit Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, review audit reports including business process reviews at school sites and an ESPLOST audit for Jenkins High School, and consider the appointment of a Director of Internal Audit. The meeting is scheduled for 8:00 AM in the Collier DeLoach Board Room at the Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue.
- Approval of February 23, 2023 agenda and minutes from December 8, 2022 and February 10, 2023
- Business Process Reviews – School Sites
- ESPLOST Jenkins High School/Final Review
- External ESPLOST Audit
- Director of Internal Audit Appointment
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Capital Improvement Committee of the Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is meeting to discuss capital improvement projects, including ESPLOST expenditures and budgets, operations presentations, and project updates. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and the agenda, with the main focus on financial and project status reports.
- ESPLOST expenditures and budgets report by Larry Jackson
- Operations presentations by Vanessa Miller-Kaigler
- Capital projects update by Bill Huttinga
- Approval of December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of February 22, 2023 agenda
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System's Audit Committee is holding an onboarding workshop for its members. The meeting consists of a single information and discussion item: a presentation titled 'Welcome SCCPSS Audit Committee Member.' No decisions are scheduled; the agenda is procedural and informational only.
- Onboarding workshop for Audit Committee members
- Presentation: 'Welcome SCCPSS Audit Committee Member'
- Meeting held at District Office, Room 303, 208 Bull Street
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an informal meeting to discuss three informational reports: a facility condition assessment, faculty and staff retention rates, and the enrollment forecast for the FY 2024 budget. No formal decisions are scheduled except adjournment.
- Facility Condition Assessment presentation
- Faculty and Support Staff Retention Rate report (The Way Forward 2026)
- FY 2024 Budget enrollment forecast
- Adjournment motion
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah Chatham County Public School System board is meeting in executive session on February 1, 2023, at the Whitney Administrative Complex. The agenda lists only a student matters item for information, discussion, and report. No decisions or specific actions are listed on the public agenda.
- Executive session at Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
- Student matters discussion (information, discussion, report)
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Education held its regular meeting on January 11, 2023, approving the agenda with revisions, electing officers, adopting the 2023 meeting calendar, and approving committee appointments. The board also passed a consent agenda covering personnel actions, budget transfers, and settlements, and recognized first responders with a proclamation.
- Elected Dr. David Bringman as Vice President, Denise Grabowski as Vice President Pro Tempore, Olivia Hale-Miller as Assistant Secretary
- Adopted 2023 Calendar of Board of Education Meetings
- Approved 2023 Committee Appointments
- Approved consent agenda including retirements, resignations, appointments, salary adjustments, and charter school personnel actions
- Approved budget transfer for Savannah Arts Academy Communication Integration
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, listed as information, discussion, and report, with no public action items.
- Executive session on student matters at 12:30 PM at Whitney Administrative Complex, 2 Laura Avenue
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education held an informal meeting on January 11, 2023, to receive a transportation update as part of its fiscal responsibility goal. The board then voted to adjourn.
- Transportation update presented as information, discussion, and report
- Meeting adjourned by motion from David Bringman, seconded by Cornelia Hall
Imported Meetings: 2003- 2026
The Savannah-Chatham County Board of Public Education is holding an Oath of Office Ceremony. Newly elected or re-elected board members will be sworn in by a Superior Court judge. The agenda contains no other business items.
- Oath of Office administered by Judge Timothy R. Walmsley
- Ceremony at H.V. Jenkins High School Auditorium, 6:00 PM