Sumter District Schools public meetings in 2022
23 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on December 6, 2022, approving the consent agenda, which included payments, financial statements, personnel actions, and facility use agreements. The board also adopted revisions to numerous board policies after public input. The meeting included procedural items such as the call to order, prayer, and flag salute.
- Approved payment of bills for October 2022 and financial statement for September 2022
- Approved personnel actions: resignations, terminations, leave of absence, appointments, transfers, supplements, and out-of-field teachers
- Approved facility use agreements for Kona Ice and Marisa Wallen at South Sumter High School and Wildwood Elementary School
- Adopted revisions to multiple board policies (e.g., 1120, 2410, 5780, 6110, 6325, 8450.01, 9130, 9150, 9200, etc.)
- Approved list of volunteers for 2022-2023 school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its annual organizational meeting, electing a chairman and vice-chairman, and approving the 2023 meeting schedule. The board also approved a consent agenda that included accepting staff resignations/terminations, approving volunteers, and adopting meeting minutes. Annual board appointees for 2023 were also approved.
- Elected chairman and vice-chairman (motions approved unanimously)
- Approved 2023 regular meeting schedule (mostly 5:30 p.m. at Bushnell or Wildwood)
- Accepted 7 staff resignations/terminations (teachers and paraprofessionals, effective Nov-Dec 2022)
- Approved list of 39 volunteers for 2022-2023 school year
- Approved annual board appointees for 2023 (e.g., FSBA, MPO, Value Adjustment Board)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on November 1, 2022, approving the consent agenda and several action items. The board approved contracts including a Soliant Health agreement, a Florida Prepaid agreement, a healthcare services agreement with Langley Health Services, and a lease amendment with The Villages Charter School. It also recognized a student's perfect AP Drawing score and passed resolutions for American Education Week and in memory of former employees.
- Approved Soliant Health agreement (ESE services)
- Approved 2023 Florida Prepaid District Superintendent Agreement (2-Year College Plan)
- Approved Healthcare Services Agreement with Project Health DBA Langley Health Services
- Approved Second Amendment to Restated Lease 2022 with The Villages Charter School
- Approved consent agenda including September 2022 payment of bills and personnel actions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including financial statements, personnel actions, and facility use agreements, as well as several action items. Notable actions include a $44,140 contract for eduCLIMBER software and a renewal of the Employee Assistance Program. The board also recognized students and schools for academic achievements.
- Approved $44,140 for Illuminate Education eduCLIMBER software (Proj 09081)
- Approved Employee Assistance Program renewal
- Approved consent agenda including August 2022 payment of bills and financial statements for July and August 2022
- Approved personnel actions: resignations, leave of absence, reassignments, appointments, supplements, out-of-field teachers
- Recognized students with perfect FSA scores and 'A' school status for Bushnell Elementary and Lake Panasoffkee Elementary
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board met on September 20, 2022, and approved the agenda and consent agenda as recommended by the superintendent. The board also approved several contracts, including a $479,005 drainage improvement project for Wildwood Middle High School and a $13,500 career exploration software license. The meeting included recognitions for students and the school, and reports on facilities and insurance.
- Approved $479,005 GMP for Wildwood Middle High School Phase II Drainage Improvements with BVB Construction, Inc.
- Approved $13,500 contract with Kuder, Inc. for MyCareerShines career exploration software.
- Approved $10,400 agreement with Southwest Florida Water Management District for water resources education.
- Approved administrative law judge agreement at $180 per hour.
- Approved insurance recommendations effective January 1, 2023.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on September 6, 2022, approving the consent agenda and a public hearing item. The consent agenda included routine items such as payment of bills, personnel actions, volunteer approvals, and facility use agreements. The board also approved the 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan after a public hearing.
- Approved 2022-2023 payment of bills for July 2022
- Approved resignations, terminations, staff allocations, reassignments, appointments, and DROP participants
- Approved volunteer list for multiple schools
- Approved facility use agreements for Pop Warner football at South Sumter High School
- Approved 2022-2023 Student Progression Plan after public input
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held a workshop to discuss the 2022 strategic plan update, presented by Dana Williams, Director of Human Resources. The session included public input and was informational, with no formal decisions made. The meeting opened with procedural items and adjourned after the discussion.
- Strategic Plan Update 2022 with Public Input (presented by Dana Williams)
- 2021-2025 Strategic Plan Updated July 2022 (attachment)
- Strategic Plan Update - August 2022 - DRAFT (attachment)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board met on August 16, 2022, and approved a consent agenda and several action items. Key decisions included a construction management contract with Skanska USA for the new Sumter County Education Support Center, a school resource officer agreement, and a resolution to join a small school district consortium. The board also approved personnel changes, volunteer lists, and facility use agreements.
- Approved construction management contract with Skanska USA for the Sumter County Education Support Center (SCESC) at the Sumterville property.
- Approved School Resource Officer/Safe Schools Agreement for 2022-23 in the amount of $467,546.44.
- Approved resolution affirming participation in the Small School District Council Consortium (SSDCC) with a $3,250.00 membership fee.
- Approved consent agenda including June 2022 payment of bills, personnel resignations/terminations, appointments/transfers, and supplements.
- Approved agreement with Lake Sumter State College for Adult and Community Education operations at the Sumterville Adult Education Center.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held a regular meeting on August 2, 2022, where it approved the agenda and consent agenda, then conducted public hearings to adopt the tentative millage rate and budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The board also approved several contracts, including a $66,000 agreement with LifeStream Behavioral Center for school-based counseling services, and set the final budget hearing for September 6, 2022. The meeting included routine personnel actions, volunteer approvals, and a facilities activity report.
- Adopted Resolution #23-01 setting tentative millage rate at 4.5840 mills, below rolled-back rate by -0.014%
- Adopted Resolution #23-02 approving tentative budget for FY 2022-2023
- Approved $66,000 contract with LifeStream Behavioral Center for substance abuse/counseling services
- Approved $15,000 MOU with Lake Technical College for phlebotomy dual enrollment programs
- Set final budget hearing for September 6, 2022, 5:30 PM at board room
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held a workshop to discuss the 2022-2023 Code of Student Conduct (already approved June 21, 2022), the Student Progression Plan, and the 2022-2023 work budget with public input. The budget figures may change pending a second Department of Education calculation. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no final decisions made on these items.
- Code of Student Conduct 2022-2023 (approved June 21, 2022) presented with revisions in red
- Student Progression Plan 2022-2023 discussed
- 2022-2023 Work Budget with public input presented; DOE calculation pending
- Meeting held at 2680 W CR 476, Bushnell, FL 33513
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on July 19, 2022, approving the agenda and consent agenda as recommended by the superintendent. The consent agenda included routine items such as payment of bills, financial statements, personnel actions, volunteer approvals, and facility use agreements. The board also approved several contracts, including dual enrollment agreements with Lake-Sumter State College, a dropout prevention program with Graduation Alliance, and a psychology services agreement.
- Approved 2021-2022 payment of bills for May 2022
- Approved dual enrollment agreements with Lake-Sumter State College ($71.98 and $78.91)
- Approved Graduation Alliance dropout prevention agreement ($10,000)
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, leave requests, and appointments
- Approved facility use agreements for SCSB campuses
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on June 21, 2022, approving the agenda and consent agenda as recommended by the Superintendent. The board also approved the 2022-2023 Code of Student Conduct after a public hearing, and several contracts including the attorney employment contract with Adams & Adams, virtual education agreements, and therapy services. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved 2022-2023 Code of Student Conduct, Student and Parent Rights, Parent Guide after public hearing
- Approved attorney employment contract 2022-2023 with Adams & Adams
- Approved Fuel Education VIP contract renewal for $50,000
- Approved FLVS Franchise Agreement for $100,000
- Approved Community Rehab Associates agreement for $160,000 for therapy services
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board is meeting to approve a consent agenda covering personnel changes, volunteer approvals, and routine items, plus several action items including amendments to construction and paint contracts. The board also recognized students and staff for achievements in science fairs, HOSA, and weightlifting.
- Amendment to Continuing Construction Management Services Agreement with BVB Construction, Inc. to allow use of AIA GMP or alternate form
- Final two-year extension of Bid 353 - Paint Labor with Design Services of Florida
- Approval of resignations, terminations, appointments, and transfers for 2022
- Approval of volunteer list for 2021-2022 school year
- Resolutions honoring 2021-2022 retirees
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board met to approve several items including a $48,815.46 Title III grant and a contract with Seminole County for ECTAC services. The board also reviewed the March 2022 financial statement and processed various personnel changes, appointments, and resignations.
- Approved $48,815.46 Title III, Part A, English Language Acquisition grant
- Approved $8,800 contract with Seminole County School Board for ECTAC services
- Approved $14,778.36 for Camp Excel Middle & High School Transition at SSHS
- Approved $1,100 for out-of-state travel to Soil Health Academy in North Dakota
- Approved March 2020-2022 financial statement and various personnel actions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on April 19, 2022, approving a consent agenda that included routine items such as payment of bills, personnel actions, and volunteer approvals. The board also approved a continuing services agreement with BVB Construction, Inc. for construction management of small projects under $4 million, and recognized outstanding volunteers and service to schools.
- Approved continuing services agreement with BVB Construction, Inc. for small projects under $4,000,000
- Approved March 2022 payment of bills
- Approved personnel actions including resignations, leave requests, appointments, and transfers
- Approved volunteer list for 2021-2022 school year
- Recognized Teacher Appreciation Week 2022 and outstanding volunteers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board is holding a workshop to discuss current and upcoming finance and facilities projects, including financing options and a presentation by Ford & Associates, Inc. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, with no formal votes except for adjournment.
- Discussion of current and upcoming facilities projects
- Review of financing options for projects
- Presentation by Ford & Associates, Inc. (Will Reed)
- Workshop held at 2680 W CR 476, Bushnell, FL
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board met to finalize several administrative and operational items. Key actions included the adoption of numerous school board policies and an agreement with Spiezle Architectural Group for the planning and construction of the Sumter County Essential Support Center.
- $926,723 contract with Spiezle Architectural Group, LLC for the Sumter County Essential Support Center
- Final adoption of multiple revisions to School Board Rules and Policies
- Memorandum of Agreement with Sumter County Health Department for 'Swim Safe Sumter' pool use
- Approval of February 2022 Financial Statement
- Approval of out-of-county travel for board members to attend the FSBA/FADSS Summer Conference
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held a workshop to discuss staffing plans for the 2022-2023 school year. The session included a presentation by Assistant Superintendent Debbie Moffitt regarding staff allocations.
- Discussion of 2022-2023 Staff Allocations
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board approved a 48-month lease agreement with First-Citizens Bank & Trust for printing equipment, replacing a previously executed Xerox agreement that was unavailable. The board also approved budget amendments, personnel changes, and the annual FISH certification. Most items were passed via consent agenda or standard motion.
- Approved $37,293.12 lease with First-Citizens Bank & Trust for printing equipment ($2,803.98/month)
- Approved 2021-2022 Budget Amendments #41-48
- Approved Data Sharing Agreement with Curriculum Associates (i-Ready) for FSA data
- Approved 2022 FISH Certification for school facilities inventory
- Approved consent agenda items including February 2022 payment of bills and personnel appointments
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on March 1, 2022, approving a consent agenda with personnel changes and several action items. The board approved a professional architectural services agreement, a supplemental easement for Duke Energy, and a contract for the PowerSchool analytics platform. It also accepted the January 2022 financial statement and the annual audit report.
- Approved $80,000 supplemental easement for Duke Energy Florida at South Sumter High School
- Approved $47,992.36 PowerSchool Performance Matters analytics platform contract
- Approved architectural services agreement with Spiezle Architectural Group for small projects under $4 million
- Approved consent agenda including resignations, leave requests, appointments, and substitute positions
- Approved January 2022 financial statement and FY 2020-21 audit report
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held its regular meeting on February 1, 2022, approving the agenda and consent agenda as recommended by the superintendent. The board also approved several contracts, including a $3,500 Florida Prepaid agreement, a data sharing agreement for the New Worlds Reading Initiative, and an amendment to the Kelly Services agreement. Budget amendments for November and December 2021 were approved, along with personnel actions and a resolution recognizing Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month.
- Approved 2021-2022 budget amendments #17-24 (November) and #25-32 (December)
- Approved $3,500 Florida Prepaid District Superintendent Agreement for 1-Year College Plan
- Approved House Bill 3 Data Sharing Agreement for New Worlds Reading Initiative
- Approved amendment to Kelly Services, Inc. agreement
- Approved CTE Month Resolution 2022
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board held a workshop to discuss the Facilities Five Year Work Plan, presented by Eric Suber, Director of Support Services. The session included public input and concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was approved.
- Discussion of Facilities Five Year Work Plan with public input
- Presentation by Eric Suber, Director of Support Services
- Adjournment motion approved by board members
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2011-2026)
The Sumter County School Board is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on the use of 'The Naked Roommate' as supplementary material for an AVID senior book study, with parent opt-in required. The board will also vote on the consent agenda, which includes routine approvals for personnel actions, volunteer lists, and payment of bills.
- Public hearing on 'The Naked Roommate' for AVID seniors, with parent opt-in
- Approval of November 2021 payment of bills
- Personnel actions: resignations, leave requests, reassignments, appointments
- DROP extension for Vernellma Austin through June 30, 2023
- Approval of volunteer list for 2021-2022 school year