Winchester Public School Board, VA
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Mon Jun 29, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
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Monday, June 29, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Special Meeting
Specially Called meeting of the Winchester Public School Board
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
3:00 p.m.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 29, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Special Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Vice-Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 29, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Special Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Action Items
Subject
A. Appointment of Interim Board Member
Meeting
Jun 29, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Special Meeting
Category
2. Action Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to appoint XXXX as an interim board member to fill the vacant at-large seat until the seat is otherwise filled by the upcoming general election.
File Attachments
At-Large School Board Seat Appointment Memo.pdf (178 KB)
Motion & Voting
Motion to appoint Kylie Zoller as an interim board member to fill the vacant at-large seat until the seat is otherwise filled by the upcoming general election.
Motion by Benjamin Rothermel, second by Karen Burrough.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Mike Birchenough, Melissa Harris, Benjamin Rothermel, Karen Burroug …
Mon Jun 22, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester school board approves routine contracts and policy updates
The Winchester Public School Board held a regular business meeting at the Central Administrative Office where they approved standard consent agenda items including monthly financial reports, facility usage records, minor and major policy revisions, insurance renewals, and food service bids. The board also received annual technology and grading reports and discussed upcoming interviews for a vacant board seat.
- Approved FY27 insurance renewal with attached cost schedules
- Approved 2026-2027 food service bids including Dairy Maid ($1,217K), USA Seafood ($1,372K), and Schmidt Bakery ($1,386K)
- Approved major policy revision KQ on commercial sponsorships and partnerships
- Approved minor policy revisions on attendance areas, health services, and student data use
- Approved personnel recommendations for 2026-2027 instructional positions and stipends
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Monday, June 22, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Regular Business Meeting of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:15 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Vice-Chair will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
Subject
C. Beliefs Statement & Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Winchester Public Schools Beliefs Statement will be read, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
We believe that:
Every student has the right to an excellent education in a safe, experiential and imaginative learning environment.
Every student deserves equitable opportunities to learn …
Mon Jun 22, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester Public School Board holds hearing on at-large vacancy appointment
The Winchester Public School Board is holding a public hearing to receive comments regarding an interim appointment to fill an at-large vacancy on the board.
- Public hearing on the interim appointment for the School Board at-large vacancy
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Monday, June 22, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing
Public Hearing of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Vice-Chair will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Public Hearing on Interim Appointment for At-Large Vacancy
Subject
A. Public Hearing on At-Large Vacancy
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing
Category
2. Public Hearing on Interim Appointment for At-Large Vacancy
Type
Information
Mr. Mike Birchenough, Board Vice-Chair, will declare a hearing for the purpose of receiving public comments on the Interim Appointment to the School Board for the At-Large Vacancy.
File Attachments
3. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meetin …
Mon Jun 8, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester school board approves FY27 budget and policy updates
The Winchester Public School Board held a work session on June 8, 2026, at the Central Administrative Office. The board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and bills, and discussed future action items such as minor and major policy revisions, insurance renewals, and food service bids. Closed session was convened for personnel matters, followed by votes on personnel recommendations.
- Approval of FY27 budget update and revised budget presentation
- Approval of minor policy revisions (attendance areas, health services, student data use)
- Approval of major policy revisions (sponsorships and partnerships)
- FY27 insurance renewal with annual installments
- 2026-2027 food service bids (Dairy Maid, USA Seafood, Schmidt Bakery)
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Monday, June 8, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Work Session of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 8, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 8, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meeting
Jun 8, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
2. Public Comment
Type
Information
Persons or groups appearing before the School Board must state their name and address for the record. If representing a group, the name of the group shall be stated. Individual speakers shall limit their comments to three minutes per meeting. Speakers representing a group shall limit their comments to five minutes. We have set aside 30 minutes for the public participation p …
Tue May 26, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
School Board approves policy updates and Superintendent contract renewal
The Winchester Public School Board approved several major policy revisions and personnel recommendations. The board also voted to renew the Superintendent's contract for an additional four-year term.
- Policy updates on student cell phone use (JFCM), student overdose notification (KGD), and threat assessment teams (EBB)
- Approval of 2026-2027 School Board Student Representatives
- Renewal of the Superintendent's contract for a four-year term
- Approval of personnel for 2026-2027 instructional positions, coaching stipends, and summer school stipends
- Approval of the Migrant Education Regional Program agreement for 2026-2027
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Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Regular Business Meeting of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
May 26, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
May 26, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
Subject
C. Beliefs Statement & Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
May 26, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
Skip Dickson, School Board student representative will read the Winchester Public Schools Beliefs Statement and lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
We believe that:
Every student has the right to an excellent education in a safe, experiential and imaginative learning environment.
Every studen …
Mon May 11, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester school board approves FY26 budget amendments and personnel actions
The Winchester Public School Board held a work session on May 11, 2026, at the Douglas School-Central Administrative Office. The board approved FY26 budget amendments, personnel recommendations from closed session, and a teacher dismissal. Several reports on AI integration, empathy interviews, and policy updates were presented for future discussion.
- FY26 budget amendments approved
- Personnel recommendations approved including instructional/licensed positions and support staff
- Teacher dismissal upheld under Virginia Code Section 22.1-313
- 2026-2027 AI Plan presented for review
- Major policy revisions discussed including student device use and threat assessment teams
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Monday, May 11, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Work Session of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
2. Public Comment
Type
Information
Persons or groups appearing before the School Board must state their name and address for the record. If representing a group, the name of the group shall be stated. Individual speakers shall limit their comments to three minutes per meeting. Speakers representing a group shall limit their comments to five minutes. We have set aside 30 minutes for the public participatio …
Mon Apr 20, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
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Monday, April 20, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Regular Business Meeting of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Apr 20, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Apr 20, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
Subject
C. Beliefs Statement & Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 20, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
School Board Representative Skip Dickson will read the Winchester Public Schools Beliefs Statement and lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
We believe that:
Every student has the right to an excellent education in a safe, experiential and imaginative learning environment.
Every student deserv …
Mon Apr 6, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester school board work session cancelled for April 6, 2026
The Winchester Public School Board’s April 6, 2026 work session was cancelled. No substantive decisions or discussions were scheduled; the agenda consisted only of procedural items such as roll call, public comment rules, and closed-session certification.
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Monday, April 6, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Work Session- CANCELLED
Work Session of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Apr 6, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session- CANCELLED
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Apr 6, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session- CANCELLED
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Recognitions
3. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meeting
Apr 6, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session- CANCELLED
Category
3. Public Comment
Type
Information
Persons or groups appearing before the School Board must state their name and address for the record. If representing a group, the name of the group shall be stated. Individual speakers shall limit their comments to three minutes per meeting. Speakers representing a group shall limit their comments to five minut …
Mon Mar 23, 2026
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Monday, March 23, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Regular Business Meeting of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
Subject
C. Beliefs Statement & Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Mar 23, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
Skip Dickson and Julie Omwansa, School Board student representatives will read the Winchester Public Schools Beliefs Statement and lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
We believe that:
Every student has the right to an excellent education in a safe, experiential and imaginative learning environ …
Mon Mar 9, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
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Monday, March 9, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing on Budget
Public Hearing on Budget
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing on Budget
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing on Budget
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Public Hearing on the FY27 Budget
Subject
A. Public Hearing on the Budget
Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing on Budget
Category
2. Public Hearing on the FY27 Budget
Type
Information
Dr. Pearce-Gonzales, Board Chairman, will declare a hearing on the FY27 budget.
File Attachments
3. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Public Hearing on Budget
Category
3. Public Comment
Type
Persons or groups appearing before the …
Mon Mar 9, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester school board approves personnel actions and reviews policies in work session
The Winchester Public School Board held a work session to discuss mid-year instruction, board self-assessment, and future policy revisions. All members voted to approve consent agenda items including minutes and bills, and later approved personnel recommendations in closed session. The board also reviewed multiple policy updates and budget preparations for FY27.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and bills
- Approved personnel recommendations for 2026-2027 school year, coaching stipends, substitute teachers, and support staff
- Reviewed policies on opioid antagonists, student-athlete safety, and annual leave accumulation
- Discussed FY27 budget presentation and materials
- Conducted closed session for personnel matters as permitted by Virginia law
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Monday, March 9, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Work Session of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:15 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meeting
Mar 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
2. Public Comment
Type
Information
Persons or groups appearing before the School Board must state their name and address for the record. If representing a group, the name of the group shall be stated. Individual speakers shall limit their comments to three minutes per meeting. Speakers representing a group shall limit their comments to five minutes. We have set aside 30 minutes for the public participation …
Mon Feb 23, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester school board approves routine items and FY27 budget overview
The Winchester Public School Board held its regular February 23, 2026 meeting at the Douglas School-Central Administrative Office. Members approved the consent agenda, heard updates on the FY25 audit, the Winchester Education Foundation, mid-year attendance and discipline data, and received a presentation on the FY27 budget proposal.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, monthly finance report, facility usage, flexible seat-time waiver, and School Board Code of Conduct
- Approved FY27 budget presentation and materials
- Received FY25 audit presentation and annual comprehensive audit report
- Heard WEF year-end update from the Winchester Education Foundation
- Approved personnel recommendations in closed session for 2026–2027 licensed positions, coaching stipends, substitutes, and support staff
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Monday, February 23, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Regular Business Meeting of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
Subject
C. Beliefs Statement & Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
Skip Dickson and Julie Omwansa, School Board student representatives will read the Winchester Public Schools Beliefs Statement and lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
We believe that:
Every student has the right to an excellent education in a safe, experiential and imaginative learning envi …
Mon Feb 9, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
Winchester school board approves 2026 legislative priorities and personnel actions
The Winchester Public School Board held a work session on February 9, 2026, at the Douglas School-Central Administrative Office. The board approved the 2026 legislative priorities resolution, major policy revisions, and personnel recommendations from closed session. Multiple finance and policy reports were presented for review.
- Approved 2026 legislative priorities resolution directing advocacy efforts
- Approved major policy revisions including substitute teacher and purchasing procedures updates
- Approved personnel recommendations for 2026-2027 instructional positions and support staff
- Approved religious exemption request for compulsory attendance (Student Case 2025-2026 R1)
- Presented FY27 budget overview and health insurance comparative report
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Monday, February 9, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Work Session of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Feb 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Recognitions
Subject
A. Teacher of the Year
Meeting
Feb 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
2. Recognitions
Type
Recognition
Presenter: Dr. V. Douglas Joyner, Director of Human Resources
File Attachments
2027 Teacher of the Year Memo.pdf (159 KB)
3. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meeting
Feb 9, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Work Session
Category
3. Public Comment
Type
Information
Persons or groups appearing before the School Board must stat …
Mon Jan 26, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
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Monday, January 26, 2026
CANCELLED Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting CANCELLED
Regular Business Meeting of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - CANCELLED Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting CANCELLED
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The Chairman will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - CANCELLED Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting CANCELLED
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
Subject
C. Beliefs Statement & Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - CANCELLED Winchester Public School Board Regular Business Meeting CANCELLED
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
Skip Dickson and Julie Omwansa, School Board student representatives will read the Winchester Public Schools Beliefs Statement and lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
We believe that:
Every student has the right …
Tue Jan 20, 2026
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
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Tuesday, January 20, 2026
School Board/City Council Joint Meeting
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order and Roll Call
Meeting
Jan 20, 2026 - School Board/City Council Joint Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. Public Comment
Subject
A. Requests by Citizens to Speak
Meeting
Jan 20, 2026 - School Board/City Council Joint Meeting
Category
2. Public Comment
Type
Information
Persons or groups appearing before the School Board must state their name and address for the record. If representing a group, the name of the group shall be stated. Individual speakers shall limit their comments to three minutes per meeting. Speakers representing a group shall limit their comments to five minutes. We have set aside 30 minutes for the public participation portion of our meeting and speakers will speak based on the order in which they signed up.
Speakers are not permitted to
campaign for public office or promote private business ventures;
use profanity or vulgar language;
make comments about a public official or an employee that are not related to their official duties;
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
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Winchester school board elects new chair and vice chair for 2026
The Winchester Public School Board held its annual organization meeting to elect leadership and approve routine items. Members elected Dr. Bryan Pearce-Gonzales as chairman and Mr. Michael Birchenough as vice chairman for 2026. The board also appointed representatives and approved consent agenda items including minutes, bills, and finance reports.
- Elected Dr. Bryan Pearce-Gonzales as 2026 School Board Chairman
- Elected Mr. Michael Birchenough as 2026 School Board Vice Chairman
- Appointed Dr. Mary Tedrow as representative to Mountain Vista Governors School Governing Board
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and monthly finance report
- Approved personnel recommendations from closed session for coaching stipends, substitute teachers, and retirements
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Monday, January 12, 2026
Winchester Public School Board Organization Meeting and Work Session
Organization Meeting and Work Session of the Winchester Public School Board
The Douglas School-Central Administrative Office
598 N. Kent Street
Winchester, VA 22601
6:00 p.m.
The meeting will be streamed live on the Winchester Public Schools YouTube Channel, available at: https://bit.ly/wps_youtube for the open portion of the meeting prior to closed session.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
A. Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Organization Meeting and Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The assistant superintendent will call the meeting to order.
File Attachments
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Organization Meeting and Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
The clerk will call the roll.
File Attachments
2. Elections
Subject
A. Elect 2026 School Board Chairman
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Winchester Public School Board Organization Meeting and Work Session
Category
2. Elections
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to elect ______ as 2026 Chairman of the Winchester Public School Board.
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to elect Dr. Bryan Pearce-Gonzales as 2026 Chairman of the Winchester Public School Board.
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