Duval County Public Schools, FL

Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 13:30

General

Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

School board to vote on book challenges, property sale, budget

The Duval County School Board is meeting to vote on a consent agenda covering a wide range of items, including the approval of challenged library materials, the sale of the central administrative office, budget resolutions, and multiple employee personnel actions. The board will also hear reports from the superintendent and various committees, and take public comment.

Approval of challenged materials: '1984: The Graphic Novel', 'Misery', 'Handle with Care', and 'The Tenth Circle'
Sale of real property and central administrative office at 1701 Prudential Drive to ASHCO, Inc.
Adoption of budget resolutions for August 2026
Multiple employee suspensions and terminations (items pending)
Contract amendments for student transportation services (GSA 1, 3, 4, 5)

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 6 October 6, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Call Meeting to Order Invocation or Thought of the Day Pledge of Allegiance Recognitions/Presentations of Awards Board Members LORETTO ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Communications I'M A STAR FOUNDATION CHECK PRESENTATION NAACP ACT-SO PARTICIPANTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION MEAL DONATION LOYOLA UNIVERSITY - EMERGING LEADERS INSTITUTE UNSPOKEN HEROES: HONORING REMARKABLE BUS DRIVERS Approval of Agenda APPROVAL OF AGENDA - October 6, 2026 Chairperson's Report Superintendent's Reports Department Reports 2 of 6 Sales Surtax Oversight Committee Report Comments from Elected Officials Public Comment Comments from Parent Organizations Comments from District Student Government Association Comments from Employee Organizations Approval of Minutes APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Consent Agenda APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Consent Agenda Board Members 1. IBA & INTERNAL AUDIT ANNUAL PLAN 2026-2027 2. APPROVAL OF DUVAL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS UPDATED STRATEGIC PLAN 3. SUPERINTENDENT EVALUATION INSTRUMENT Academic Services 4. DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD APPROVE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CHALLENGED MATERIAL, "1984: THE GRAPHIC NOVEL" BY GEORGE ORWELL; ADAPTED AND ILLUSTRATED BY FIDO NESTI 5. DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CHALLENGED MATERIAL, MISERY BY STEPH …

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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 12:00

General

Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 09:30

General

Recent meetings

Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 13:00

School Board

Duval School Board committee to review policies on school safety, graduation, and student mental health

The Duval County Public Schools Policy Handbook Review Committee meets on October 1, 2026, to discuss a list of existing board policies. Topics include board meeting protocol, safe and secure schools, graduation requirements, school-based threat management teams, student mental health, facility use, and the sales surtax oversight committee. The agenda also lists guidelines for booster clubs and independent organizations, plus governance. No votes or decisions are recorded in this agenda; it is a discussion-only committee session.

Board Policy 3.40 Safe & Secure Schools
Board Policy 4.90 Graduation Requirements
Board Policy 8.21 School Based Threat Management Teams (SBTMT)
Board Policy 8.22 Mental Health of Students
Board Policy 9.66 Sales Surtax Oversight Committee

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 October 1, 2026, Policy Handbook Review Committee Meeting - REVISED Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. BOARD POLICY 2.22 BOARD MEMBER REQUEST FOR INFORMATION 2. BOARD POLICY 2.26 BOARD MEETING PROTOCOL AND FORMAT 3. BOARD POLICY 3.40 SAFE & SECURE SCHOOLS 4. BOARD POLICY 4.81 DISTRICTWIDE INSTRUCTIONAL CONSISTENCY 5. BOARD POLICY 4.90 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 6. BOARD POLICY 8.21 SCHOOL BASED THREAT MANAGEMENT TEAMS (SBTMT) 7. BOARD POLICY 8.22 MENTAL HEALTH OF STUDENTS 8. BOARD POLICY 9.30 USE OF FACILITIES AND GROUNDS 9. BOARD POLICY 9.66 SALES SURTAX OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE 10. *GUIDELINES FOR BOOSTER CLUBS AND INDEPENDENT ORGANIZATIONS 11. GOVERNANCE Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 17:00

General

Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00

General

Fri Sep 25, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 09:00

General

Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 21:00

School Board

Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 10:00

General

Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for September 16, 2026

The Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee will hold a meeting to review operations and finances. The agenda includes legislative and finance updates, as well as the approval of previous meeting minutes.

Approval of June 17, 2026, interim meeting minutes
Approval of June 24, 2026, interim meeting minutes
Legislative update from Chief Operating Officer Jim Culbert
Finance update from Chief Financial Officer Ron Fagan

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Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee September 16, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Schultz Center Gentry Room A POSTED: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026, AT POSTED BY: MM/ Notes: There is no longer a Wifi-password for guests at the Schultz Center. Once connected users will be asked to agree to the terms and conditions to receive access to the network. Agenda Item Speaker Welcome Chairman, Mike Hightower Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee Call Meeting to Order Chairman, Mike Hightower Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee Approval of Agenda – September 16, 2026 Chairman, Mike Hightower Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee Approval of Minutes – June 17, 2026, Interim Meeting Chairman, Mike Hightower Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee Approval of Minutes – June 24, 2026, Interim Meeting Chairman, Mike Hightower Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee Public Comments Vice Chairman, Darryl Edwards II Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee Operations Update • Legislative Update Jim Culbert Chief Operating Officer Finance Update Ron Fagan Chief Financial Officer Governance Chairman, Mike Hightower Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee Adjournment Chairman, Mike Hightower Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee

Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:15

School Board

School Board workshop to discuss legislative priorities and governance

The Duval County Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss legislative priorities and governance. No specific votes or formal decisions are scheduled for this session.

Discussion of legislative priorities
Discussion of governance

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 September 15, 2026, Board Workshop Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES 2. GOVERNANCE Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00

School Board

Agenda Committee reviews draft agenda for October 6 meeting

The Agenda Committee will meet to review the draft agenda for the upcoming October 6, 2026, meeting. This meeting consists of procedural review and scheduled periods for elected official and public comments.

Draft agenda review for October 6, 2026

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 September 15, 2026, Agenda Committee Meeting Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. DRAFT AGENDA REVIEW - October 6, 2026 Comments from Elected Officials Public Comment Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

Fri Sep 11, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 17:05

School Board

School board to adopt final millage rates and 2026-2027 budget

This is a special board meeting focused on finalizing the 2026-2027 school year budget and property tax millage rates. The board will hold public hearings on the required local effort, discretionary operating, capital outlay, and the final budget, then vote on adoption. They will also approve the 2025-2026 final budget resolutions and the annual financial report.

Adoption of final budget resolutions for 2025-2026
Approval of annual financial report (ESE 348) for 2025-2026
Public hearing on 2026-2027 final millage rates and budget (required local effort)
Public hearing on 2026-2027 final millage rates and budget (non-voted discretionary operating)
Public hearing on 2026-2027 final millage rates and budget (voted discretionary operating)

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 2 September 10, 2026, Special Board Meeting - Approval of 2026-2027 Final Millage Rates and Final Budget Call Meeting to Order Approval of Agenda APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 10, 2026, SPECIAL BOARD MEETING - APPROVAL OF 2026-2027 FINAL MILLAGE RATES AND FINAL BUDGET AGENDA Public Comment Administration and Business Services - Budget and Financial 1. ADOPTION OF FINAL BUDGET RESOLUTIONS FOR 2025-2026 2. APPROVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT (ESE 348) INCLUSIVE OF COST REPORT FOR 2025-2026. 3. PUBLIC HEARING - 2026-2027 FINAL PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES AND FINAL BUDGET - REQUIRED LOCAL EFFORT 4. PUBLIC HEARING - 2026-2027 FINAL PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES AND FINAL BUDGET - NON-VOTED DISCRETIONARY OPERATING 5. PUBLIC HEARING - 2026-2027 FINAL PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES AND FINAL BUDGET - VOTED DISCRETIONARY OPERATING 6. PUBLIC HEARING - 2026-2027 FINAL PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES AND FINAL BUDGET - CAPITAL OUTLAY 7. PUBLIC HEARING - 2026-2027 FINAL PROPOSED MILLAGE RATES AND FINAL BUDGET - FINAL BUDGET Adjournment 2 of 2 1. ADJOURNMENT

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 15:30

General

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 12:00

General

Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 10:00

School Board

School board evaluates superintendent at subcommittee meeting

The Duval County Public Schools Evaluation Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the superintendent's evaluation. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

Superintendent's evaluation discussion

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 September 9, 2026, Evaluation Subcommittee Meeting Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. SUPERINTENDENT'S EVALUATION Comments from Elected Officials Public Comment Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 16:30

School Board

JPEF and Duval County Public Schools hold joint meeting

The JPEF and DCPS will hold a joint meeting to discuss partnership highlights and updates from the JPEF President and Superintendent. No specific votes or formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

JPEF President and Superintendent updates
Partnership highlights discussion
JPEF / DCPS partnership discussion

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 September 9, 2026, JPEF / DCPS Joint Meeting Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. JPEF PRESIDENT & SUPERINTENDENT UPDATES 2. PARTNERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS 3. JPEF / DCPS PARTNERSHIP Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:00

School Board

School board workshop reviews HQ update, strategic plan, and audit

The Duval County Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss updates on district headquarters, a strategic plan review, an audit update, and legislative priorities. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 September 8, 2016, Board Workshop Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. DCPS HQ UPDATE 2. STRATEGIC PLAN REVIEW 3. AUDIT REVIEW REVIEW UPDATE 4. LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

Fri Sep 4, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

Board votes on elementary attendance boundary changes and new school construction

The Duval County Public Schools Board will vote on attendance boundary changes for four elementary schools and approve a construction management agreement for a new K-5 school. The agenda includes settlements for teacher and staff contracts, approvals for GEAR UP grant agreements, and revisions to multiple board policies. The board will also review the five-year capital plan and construction status reports.

Public hearing and vote on attendance boundary changes for Englewood, Hogan-Spring Glen, Love Grove, and Spring Park Elementary Schools
Selection and award of construction management agreement for New K-5 Prototype Venetia Elementary School No. 68
Settlement with Duval Teachers United (DTU) for the 2026-2027 teacher contract
Approval of six GEAR UP grant agreements for SY2026-SY2027 with various partners
Public hearing and vote on revisions to Board Policy Chapters 5.44, 8.50, 8.51, 8.53, and 8.59

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 6 September 1, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Call Meeting to Order Invocation or Thought of the Day Pledge of Allegiance Recognitions/Presentations of Awards Board Members THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRESENTATION Communications COMMUNITY FOUNDATION MEAL DONATION Approval of Agenda APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairperson's Report Superintendent's Reports Department Reports Sales Surtax Oversight Committee Report Comments from Elected Officials Public Comment Comments from Parent Organizations 2 of 6 Comments from District Student Government Association Comments from Employee Organizations Approval of Minutes APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Consent Agenda APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Consent Agenda Board Members Academic Services 1. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH AMIRA LEARNING FOR AMIRA TUTORING 2. APPROVAL OF SY2026-SY2027, YEAR 6 GEAR UP AGREEMENT (COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS) – GRANT B (CLASS OF 2027) 3. APPROVAL OF SY2026-SY2027, YEAR 6 GEAR UP AGREEMENT (FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE) – GRANT B (CLASS OF 2027) 4. APPROVAL OF SY2026-SY2027, YEAR 5 GEAR UP AGREEMENT (I’M A STAR FOUNDATION) – GRANT B (CLASS OF 2027) 5. APPROVAL OF SY2026-SY2027, YEAR 6 GEAR UP AGREEMENT (UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA) – GRANT B (CLASS OF 2027) 6. APPROVAL OF SY2026-SY2027, YEAR 5 GEAR UP AGREEMENT (XCALIBUR, INC.) – G …

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Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 13:30

General

Duval schools audit committee to review budget, internal audits

The Duval County Public Schools Audit Advisory Committee is meeting to review a finance budget update and status reports on internal and external audits. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of minutes, and planning for future 2027 meeting dates. This is a routine oversight meeting with no major decisions listed.

Finance Budget Update by CFO Ronald Fagan
IBA & IA Status Update by Melvin Dodson, IBA
Public Comments period
Discussion of potential 2027 meeting dates
Bring Back Discussions led by Melvin Dodson

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Audit Advisory Committee (AAC) August 20, 2026 1:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. Administration Building - Room 613 Agenda Item Timing Speaker Call Meeting to Order (Sign-In) minute(s) Chair, AAC Approval of August 20, 2026 Agenda minute(s) Chair, AAC Approval of Minutes: minute(s) Chair, AAC Public Comments minute(s) Chair or Vice-Chair, AAC Finance Budget Update minute(s) Ronald Fagan, CFO IBA & IA Status Update minute(s) Melvin Dodson, IBA Governance: AAC Potential Dates for Future Meetings 2027 minute(s) Chair, AAC Bring Back Discussions minute(s) Melvin Dodson, IBA Adjournment Chair, AAC NOTES: Upcoming Meeting(s): October 22, 2026 & December 17, 2026 - All meetings will take place from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 09:15

School Board

School board workshop to discuss strategic plan, threat management, governance

This is a board workshop agenda with four discussion items: an HQ update, the strategic plan focusing on academics and school grades, the threat management process, and governance. No votes or decisions are listed; it is a discussion-only meeting.

HQ update
Strategic plan: academics / school grades
Threat management process
Governance

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✓ Decided: Board discusses HQ sale options, relocation sites, and student outcomes

The Duval County School Board held a workshop with no formal votes. They reviewed two offers for the current headquarters property, discussed four potential relocation sites, and heard updates on academic outcomes, the threat management process, and governance topics including general counsel selection and the superintendent's evaluation.

No formal votes taken; workshop only
Reviewed HQ sale offers: $15.5M and $15.6M purchase prices
Discussed relocation options: Midtown Centre, Regency/Nexus, JTA/LaVilla, Baymeadows/Dream Finders
Heard academic outcomes and school grade distribution for 2025-26
Reviewed threat management process and compliance requirements
Discussed general counsel selection process and candidate concerns
Discussed superintendent's evaluation process and subcommittee meetings

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 August 19, 2026, Board Workshop Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. HQ UPDATE 2. STRATEGIC PLAN: ACADEMICS / SCHOOL GRADES 3. THREAT MANAGEMENT PROCESS 4. GOVERNANCE Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

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Meeting Minutes Duval County Public Schools 1 of 4 August 19, 2026, Board Workshop Call Meeting to Order Ms. Charlotte D. Joyce, Chairman Ms. April A. Carney, Vice-Chairman Mr. Reginald Blount Ms. Melody A. Bolduc Ms. Cindy Pearson Mr. Anthony Ricardo Mr. Darryl D. Willie Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent ATTENDANCE AT THIS MEETING OF THE DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD: All Board Members were present. Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent, and Mr. William Spillias, Office of General Counsel, were also present. The meeting was called to order at 11:24 a.m. Items to be Discussed 1. HQ UPDATE Jim Culbert, Chief Officer, Operations & Information Technology and Dan O'Berski, Partner, Managing Broker, Trinity Commercial Group, presented a PowerPoint presentation: DCPS HQ Update Disposition/Relocation. They and Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent, joined in the discussion on the following: HQ Disposition: • Sales process and the options for each offer. • Top purchasers and their plans for the property. HQ Relocation: • Market review of filtered properties. • Market area and top options which include Midtown Centre, Regency/Nexus, JTA/LaVilla and Baymeadows/Dream Finders properties. • Midtown breakdown and advantages compared to Baymeadows/Dream Finders property. 2 of 4 • Site cost discussion for each. The meeting was recessed at 12:45 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 1:15 p.m. 2. STRATEGIC PLAN: ACADEMICS …

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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 09:00

School Board

School board reviews draft agenda for September 1 meeting

This is a procedural agenda committee meeting where the board will review the draft agenda for the upcoming September 1, 2026 meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

Draft agenda review for September 1, 2026

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✓ Decided: Duval County School Board reviewed draft agenda for the upcoming September 1 meeting.

The Duval County School Board held an agenda committee meeting to review the draft agenda and discuss upcoming items for the September 1, 2026, regular meeting. Discussions covered tutoring contracts, grant agreements, job qualifications, labor settlements, technology access, and capital projects. The board officially voted to adjourn the meeting.

Adjourned the agenda committee meeting (7-0)

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 August 19, 2026, Agenda Committee Meeting Call Meeting to Order Items to be Discussed 1. DRAFT AGENDA REVIEW - September 1, 2026 Comments from Elected Officials Public Comment Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

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Meeting Minutes Duval County Public Schools 1 of 5 August 19, 2026, Agenda Committee Meeting Call Meeting to Order Ms. Charlotte D. Joyce, Chairman Ms. April A. Carney, Vice-Chairman Mr. Reginald Blount Ms. Melody A. Bolduc Ms. Cindy Pearson Mr. Anthony Ricardo Mr. Darryl D. Willie Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent ATTENDANCE AT THIS MEETING OF THE DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD: All Board Members were present. Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent, and Mr. William Spillias, Office of General Counsel, were also present. Board Member Melody D. Bolduc arrived at 9:05 a.m. and Vice- Chairman April A. Carney arrived at 9:07 a.m. The meeting was called to order at 9:02 a.m. Items to be Discussed 1. DRAFT AGENDA REVIEW - September 1, 2026 APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH AMIRA LEARNING FOR AMIRA TUTORING Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent, and Paula Renfro, Chief Academics Officer, joined in the discussion on the following: • Performance-based contract. • The types of student who participate in the contract were explained. • A request for a bring back of the 2024-2025 data. • A request to include a line in the item that indicates the item is performance-based. APPROVAL OF SY2026-2027. YEAR 6 GEAR UP AGREEMENT (COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS) - GRANT B (CLASS OF 2027) APPROVAL OF SY2026-2027, YEAR 6 GEAR UP AGREEMENT (FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE 2 of 5 AT JACKSONVILLE) - GRANT B (CLASS OF 2027) APPROVAL OF SY2026-2027, YEAR 5 G …

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Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 18:00

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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 12:00

School Board

Student expulsion hearing for case B.T. 2526-07

This is a special board meeting solely to conduct a student expulsion hearing. The board will consider the expulsion of a student identified by case number B.T. 2526-07. No other business is scheduled.

Expulsion hearing for student case B.T. 2526-07

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 1 August 12, Special Board Meeting - Student Expulsion Hearing Call Meeting to Order Alternative Education - Behavioral Support 1. EXPULSION OF STUDENT: HEARING OFFICE CASE# B.T. 2526-07 Adjournment 1. ADJOURNMENT

Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:00

School Board

Ortega Elementary School #16 to close and merge into Veneta Elementary

The board will vote on the closure of Ortega Elementary School #16, effective May 26, 2028, and its consolidation into Veneta Elementary School #68 for the 2028‑2029 school year. They will also declare the Ortega site at 4010 Baltic Street surplus and unsuitable for educational purposes. Additional agenda items include approvals of several contracts and agreements, such as AVID resources, a partnership with the University of Florida Lastinger Center, and security services contracts. The meeting includes public hearings and votes on revisions to the student progression plan and multiple board policy chapters.

Approve closure of Ortega Elementary School #16 effective May 26 2028 and consolidation into Veneta Elementary School #68 for 2028‑2029
Declare Ortega Elementary School #16 at 4010 Baltic Street surplus property unsuitable for education
Approve purchase of AVID College and Career Readiness resources
Approve agreement with University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning Small Group Professional Learning
Award security guard contract to Allied Universal Security Services

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✓ Decided: Board adopts revised Chapter 4 policy on challenged materials (6-1)

The Duval County School Board approved revisions to several board policies, including a 6-1 vote to adopt the revised Chapter 4 policy on challenged materials, which updates the Material Review Committee composition and procedures. The board also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included contracts, personnel actions, and the closure of Ortega Elementary School effective May 26, 2028. Additionally, the board approved a $353,982.50 contract with Branching Minds for the 2026-2027 school year.

Adopted revised Chapter 4 policy on challenged materials (6-1)
Approved $353,982.50 Branching Minds contract (7-0)
Approved consent agenda including Ortega Elementary closure effective May 26, 2028 (7-0)
Adopted revised 2026-2027 Student Progression Plan (7-0)
Adopted revised Chapter 2 policy on Board General Counsel evaluation (7-0)
Adopted revised Chapter 7 purchasing policy (7-0)
Adopted revised Chapter 9 policy on direct support organizations (7-0)
Approved board member and superintendent travel (7-0)

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Meeting Agenda Duval County Public Schools 1 of 6 August 4, 2026, Regular Board Meeting Call Meeting to Order Invocation or Thought of the Day Pledge of Allegiance Recognitions/Presentations of Awards Board Members Communications FLORIDA DOE OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER Approval of Agenda APPROVAL OF AUGUST 4, 2026, AGENDA Chairperson's Report Superintendent's Reports Department Reports Sales Surtax Oversight Committee Report Comments from Elected Officials Public Comment Comments from Parent Organizations Comments from District Student Government Association 2 of 6 Comments from Employee Organizations Approval of Minutes APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of Consent Agenda APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA Consent Agenda Board Members Academic Services 1. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF AVID COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS RESOURCES 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA LASTINGER CENTER FOR LEARNING SMALL GROUP PROFESSIONAL LEARNING 3. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO THE 2025-2027 FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE DUAL ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT 4. APPROVAL OF EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY - DUAL ENROLLMENT FOR FALL 2026 AND SPRING 2027 5. CONTRACTED AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGEINTERPRETING SERVICES 6. 2026-2027 DISTRICT ASSESSMENT CALENDAR 7. APPROVAL OF THE AGREEMENT WITH BRANCHING MINDS School Choice and Pupil Assignments 8. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT F …

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Meeting Minutes Duval County Public Schools 1 of 18 August 4, 2026, Regular Board Meeting - REVISED Call Meeting to Order Ms. Charlotte D. Joyce, Chairman Ms. April A. Carney, Vice-Chairman Mr. Reginald Blount Ms. Melody A. Bolduc Ms. Cindy Pearson Mr. Anthony Ricardo Mr. Darryl D. Willie Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent ATTENDANCE AT THIS MEETING OF THE DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD: All Board Members were present. Dr. Christopher Bernier, Superintendent, and Mr. William Spillias, Office of General Counsel, were also present. The meeting was called to order at 6:01 p.m. Invocation or Thought of the Day Pastor Mark McGuire, Potter's House International Ministries, led the invocation. Pledge of Allegiance Recognitions/Presentations of Awards Board Members Communications FLORIDA DOE OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER FLORIDA DOE OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER Douglas Ridgway was named as the 2026 Senior Volunteer Finalist in the Florida Department of Education's Annual Outstanding School Volunteer Awards. Mr. Ridgway was joined by 2 of 18 Principal Casie Doyle as he was congratulated for the work he did for the students and staff at Chaffee Trail Elementary School. BLUE RIBBON LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL: JAMES WELDON JOHNSON James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory Middle School was named as a 2026 Blue Ribbon Lighthouse School. The school was measured against a national assessment process that included nine (9) performance …

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Fri Jul 31, 2026 · 10:00

General

Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 15:00

School Board

School Board holds special meeting for collective bargaining

The Duval County Public Schools School Board is holding a special shade meeting. The sole topic listed for discussion is collective bargaining.

Collective bargaining discussion

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✓ Decided: School Board held closed session to discuss collective bargaining

The Board conducted a special meeting closed to the public to discuss collective bargaining. No public decisions or votes on specific policies were recorded in the minutes.

Adjourned meeting at 4:01 p.m. (4-0)