Norfolk Public Schools, VA
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
School Board Work Session
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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
School Board Work Session
School Board Work Session
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by September 15, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
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Reuniones recientes
Wed Aug 19, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Norfolk School Board to vote on policy updates, financial reports, and crisis plans
The Norfolk School Board will hold a business meeting on August 19, 2026, starting with a workshop on the Advanced Studies Diploma, followed by a closed executive session for legal, personnel, and student support matters. The board will then reconvene to vote on a consent agenda that includes bills and payroll, facility use, personnel, policy approvals, minutes, crisis plans, and calendar amendments. They will also discuss and vote on the monthly financial report and receive information on a referendum.
- Approval of Bills & Payroll Reports for July 2026
- Policy approvals including updates to AE, CH, EGAA, GCBDZ, GCBE, GCPF, GEA-JOH, IC/ID, IGAI, IGAJ, IJ, JOH-GAE, KGZC, and KLAZ
- Approval of minutes from June 17 and July 14-15, 2026
- Approval of school crisis plans
- Monthly financial report for July 2026 (vote required)
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM (School Board Workshop)
(Closed Exec. Session)
7:00 PM (Business Meeting)
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School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The meeting will be streamed live at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by August 19, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
For School Board Business Meetings prior to January 2016, please call WNPS Channel 47 at 757-628-3459 to purc …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
School Board Work Session
Norfolk school board to vote on policy updates and working agreements
The Norfolk City Public Schools Board holds a work session to discuss and vote on policy updates, board norms, and working agreements. Several policies are under review for clarity and legal compliance, with votes scheduled for future meetings. The board will also certify an executive session and receive a technology update.
- Vote on updated policies including Family and Medical Leave (GCBE) and School Year/School Day (IC/ID)
- Vote on Board Norms & Protocols and Board and Superintendent Working Agreements
- Certification of closed executive session under Virginia FOIA
- Technology update on AI readiness (NPS_Technology_Operations_AI_Readiness_Update.pptx)
- Policy updates for Community Use of School Facilities (KGZC) with fee schedule changes
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✓ Decidido: School board approves norms, working agreements, and enters closed session
The Norfolk City School Board held a work session on August 5, 2026, where they voted unanimously to approve Board Norms & Protocols and Board and Superintendent Working Agreements. They also discussed policy updates, school crisis plans, and technology updates, and voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters. No final votes were taken on policies or other substantive items during the work session.
- Approved Board Norms & Protocols (7-0)
- Approved Board and Superintendent Working Agreements (7-0)
- Approved motion to enter closed executive session (7-0)
- Approved resolution certifying closed executive session (7-0)
- Approved personnel report (7-0)
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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
School Board Work Session
School Board Work Session
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by August 19, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
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School Board Work Session (Wednesday, August 5, 2026)
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To view the full video of the School Board Work Session on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, via Swagit, go to: or via YouTube: or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
1.02 Roll Call
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET) (joined electronically from a remote location via board vote, 4:03 p.m.), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorney: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources, Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer, Anthony Starks, Chief Financial Officer; Executive Directors: Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Tonita Phillips, Deena Johnson-Copeland. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield, Dehon Mack, David Hughes, Jesse Zamora, Wyatt Binkley, Kenyetta Goshen, Kelli Cedo.
1.03 Vote to Allow a Board Member to participate in the School Work Session (Electronically-Remote Location) pursuant to Board Policy.
MOTION: Col. Ken Paulson stated he is participating remotely due to attending a veterans event in Kent …
Wed Jul 15, 2026
School Board Retreat
School Board discusses governance and Maury High School construction
The Norfolk School Board is holding a retreat to discuss governance norms, chain of command, and the district's strategic plan. The board also proposes a closed meeting to discuss personnel actions and a construction contract.
- Discussion of a Comprehensive Agreement with Heartland Construction, Inc. for a new Maury High School academic building, athletic facilities, and campus
- Discussion of governance norms and protocols
- Discussion of chain of command and communication policies
- Discussion of Board and Superintendent working agreements
- Discussion of the Strategic Plan
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✓ Decidido: Board discussed communication protocols but made no formal decisions
During the second day of the retreat, the Norfolk School Board reviewed governance norms, communication protocols, and a new Chain of Command policy. The discussion focused on defining emergency communications, standard responses to public comments, and the steps for handling stakeholder concerns. No motions were voted on or formally adopted.
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
School Board Retreat
School Board Retreat
July 15, 2026
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
The Norfolk School Board Retreat will be held on Tuesday, July 14, and Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day at:
Old Dominion University (Chemistry Building, 4th Floor)
4501 Elkhorn Avenue
Norfolk, VA
1. School Board Retreat (Day 2) 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jul 15, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
1. School Board Retreat (Day 2) 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Roll Call
Meeting
Jul 15, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
1. School Board Retreat (Day 2) 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
2. School Board Retreat Overview
Subject
2.01 School Board Retreat Overview
Meeting
Jul 15, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
2. School Board Retreat Overview
Type
Information
File Attachments
3. Governance Norms
Subject
3.01 Governance Norms
Meeting
Jul 15, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
3. Governance Norms
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
BoardNormsandProtocols_Norfolk_Updates5.11.26.docx (25 KB)
4. Chain of Command
Subject
4.01 Chain of Command
Meeting
Jul 15, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
4. Chain of Command
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Chain of Command Policy Board Upload.pdf (89 KB)
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School Board Retreat (Wednesday, July 15, 2026)
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The Norfolk School Board Retreat will be held on Tuesday, July 14, and Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.:
Old Dominion University (Chemistry Building, 4th Floor), 4501 Elkhorn Avenue, Norfolk, VA.
1. School Board Retreat (Day 2): 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorney: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Deputy Superintendent, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer, Anthony Starks, Chief Financial Officer; Executive Directors: Dr. Phillips, Deena Johnson-Copeland, Dr. D. Jean Jones. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield, Lisa Winter, David Hughes, Jesse Zamora, Crystal Skinner.
Guest Facilitators: Dr. Robert Avossa (Co-Founder & Partner, The Forum for Educational Leadership) and Dr. Adrienne Simmons (Vice Chair, Gwinnett County Public Schools).
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
School Board Retreat
El Consejo Escolar discutirá el presupuesto y la construcción de la Escuela Secundaria Maury
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk está celebrando un retiro de dos días para discutir los informes académicos, los niveles de apoyo a las escuelas y la propuesta de presupuesto. El consejo también considerará un contrato para el diseño y la construcción de un nuevo campus de la Escuela Secundaria Maury.
- Votación de la Propuesta de Presupuesto
- Discusión de un Acuerdo Integral con Heartland Construction, Inc. para un nuevo edificio académico, instalaciones deportivas y campus de la Escuela Secundaria Maury
- Revisión del CIP
- Discusión de los Objetivos 2, 3 y 4 del Consejo Escolar
- Informe Académico del Estado de las Escuelas
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✓ Decidido: School Board approves budget amendment for employee salary increases
The School Board approved an amendment to the FY 2027 Budget regarding a funding strategy for a 4% salary increase. The Board also reached a consensus to request a 1% sales tax increase via a letter to City Council.
- Approved FY 2027 budget amendment for 4% salary increase (7-0)
- Reached consensus to request 1% sales tax increase via letter to City Council
- Approved entry into closed executive session (7-0)
- Approved resolution certifying the closed executive session (7-0)
- Approved personnel report (7-0)
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
School Board Retreat
School Board Retreat
July 14-15, 2026
9:00 AM-3:00 PM
The Norfolk School Board Retreat will be held on Tuesday, July 14, and Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day at:
Old Dominion University (Chemistry Building, 4th Floor)
4501 Elkhorn Avenue
Norfolk, VA
1. School Board Retreat (Day 1)-9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jul 14, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
1. School Board Retreat (Day 1)-9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Roll Call
Meeting
Jul 14, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
1. School Board Retreat (Day 1)-9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Type
Information
File Attachments
2. School Board Retreat
Subject
2.01 School Board Goals 2, 3 & 4
Meeting
Jul 14, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
2. School Board Retreat
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 State of the Schools (Academic Report)
Meeting
Jul 14, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
2. School Board Retreat
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
3. School Support Levels
Subject
3.01 School Support Levels
Meeting
Jul 14, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
3. School Support Levels
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
4. Attorney Recommendation
Subject
4.01 Attorney Recommendation
Meeting
Jul 14, 2026 - School Board Retreat
Category
4. Attorney Recomm …
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School Board Retreat (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)
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The Norfolk School Board Retreat will be held on Tuesday, July 14, and Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day at:
Old Dominion University (Chemistry Building, 4th Floor), 4501 Elkhorn Avenue, Norfolk, VA
1. School Board Retreat (Day 1)-9:00 AM-3:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair) (Arrive at 9:06 a.m.), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin (Arrive at 9:06 a.m.), Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Phillips. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield.
2. School Board Retreat
2.01 School Board Goals 2, 3 & 4
Kristen McGarity gave a presentation on preliminary scores for SOL Language Arts (Reading/Writing/ History/Mathematics/Science Annual Pass rates.
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
El Consejo Escolar discutirá datos sobre ausentismo crónico y deserción escolar
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará un taller sobre las tasas de ausentismo crónico y deserción escolar, seguido de una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para asuntos de personal, legales y de estudiantes. La reunión de negocios incluye una agenda de consentimiento con artículos estándar, como facturas e informes de nómina, un informe de uso de instalaciones, informes de apoyo al personal y a los estudiantes, y la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.
- Discusión de los datos de ausentismo crónico y deserción escolar para el año escolar 2025-26 (datos del Q4)
- Sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para discutir asuntos de personal, legales y disciplinarios de estudiantes
- Aprobación de las Facturas e Informes de Nómina de mayo de 2026
- Informe de Uso de Instalaciones que incluye una solicitud de arrendamiento de Gethsemane Community Fellowship Church
- Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones de los días 6 y 20 de mayo de 2026
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✓ Decidido: School board approves 2027-28 academic calendar (5-2)
The Norfolk School Board approved Academic Calendar A for the 2027-2028 school year by a 5-2 vote, with Vice Chair DiCalogero and Col. Paulson dissenting. The board also unanimously approved the consent agenda, monthly financial report, and appointment of superintendent designees. Two closed executive sessions were held for personnel, student, and legal matters, and a resolution on an employee grievance was approved.
- Approved Academic Calendar A for SY27-28 (5-2)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, payroll, personnel, and policy approvals (7-0)
- Approved monthly financial report (7-0)
- Appointed Dr. James Pohl, Richard Fraley, and Sherry Agnew-Scott as superintendent designees (7-0)
- Approved resolution on employee grievance (7-0)
- Certified closed executive sessions for personnel, student, and legal matters (7-0)
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
SB Workshop (4:00 PM)
Closed Executive Session (TBD)
Business Meeting (7:00 PM)
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School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The meeting will be streamed live at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by June 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
For School Board Business Meetings prior to January 2016, please call WNPS Channel 47 at 757-628-3459 to purchase …
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School Board Business Meeting (Wednesday, June 17, 2026)
To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, via Swagit, go to: https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/391491 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/bHjYSIJcqH8 or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. School Board Business Meeting -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair) (Arrive at 4:01 p.m.), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Phillips. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield.
2. School Board Workshop
2.01 Chronic Absenteeism & Drop Out Rate
2.02 Motion to Enter Into Closed Executive Session (vote required), 4:30 PM
MOTION TO ENTER CLOSED MEETING
Move that the members of the School Board of the City of Norfolk go into a closed meeting for the purposes which are set out in subsec …
Wed Jun 10, 2026
School Board Student Hearing (Cancelled)
Audiencia estudiantil cancelada; la junta se reunirá en sesión a puerta cerrada
La Audiencia Estudiantil de las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Norfolk programada para el 10 de junio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. En su lugar, la Junta Escolar se reunirá para entrar en una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para discutir asuntos disciplinarios estudiantiles y consultar con el consejo legal.
- Audiencia estudiantil cancelada
- Sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para audiencias disciplinarias estudiantiles
- Consulta con el consejo legal
- Resolución que certifica el cumplimiento de la sesión a puerta cerrada
- Resolución de la apelación estudiantil (se requiere votación)
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Wednesday, June 10, 2026
School Board Student Hearing (Cancelled)
School Board Student Hearing
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
12th floor Conference Room, Room 1201
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 10, 2026 - School Board Student Hearing (Cancelled)
Category
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Motion to Enter Into Closed Executive Session
Meeting
Jun 10, 2026 - School Board Student Hearing (Cancelled)
Category
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Type
Action, Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move that the 3-Member Committee of the School Board and Counsel go into a closed session for the purposes which are set out in subsection (A) of section 2.2-3711 of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as amended for:
(a) Discussion or consideration of disciplinary and any other matters concerning students in Norfolk Public Schools that would involve the disclosure of information contained in a scholastic record pursuant to subsection 2.2-3711 (A) (2) of the Act. The subjects covered by this exemption are one or more hearings in student disciplinary cases before a three-board member panel of the school board; and
(b) Consultation with legal counsel regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel pursuant to subsection 2.2-3711 (A) (8) of the Act. Th …
Wed Jun 3, 2026
School Board Work Session
El Consejo Escolar discutirá el plan Title I, el calendario académico y las actualizaciones de políticas
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una sesión de trabajo para discutir una propuesta de plan Title I para el año escolar 2026-27, el calendario académico para 2027-28 y las actualizaciones de políticas sobre armas, actividad de pandillas, castigo corporal y prevención del suicidio. El consejo también considerará una actualización del plan de educación para estudiantes dotados y entrará en sesiones ejecutivas cerradas para decidir una queja de un empleado y discutir asuntos de personal.
- Propuesta de Plan Title I para SY26-27 (discusión)
- Propuesta de Planes Titles II, III y IV para SY26-27 (acción de consentimiento)
- Calendario Académico de NPS para SY27-28 (discusión)
- Actualizaciones de políticas: armas en propiedad escolar, actividad de pandillas, castigo corporal, prevención del suicidio y más
- Sesión ejecutiva cerrada para decidir una queja de un empleado y discutir promociones de personal y reorganización
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✓ Decidido: Board approved employee grievance resolution in closed session (7-0)
The Norfolk City Public Schools Board entered a closed executive session to consider an employee grievance. The board unanimously (7-0) approved a resolution certifying the closed session. The board also unanimously (7-0) adopted a resolution on the employee grievance. No other substantive actions were taken during the work session.
- Motion to enter closed executive session approved (7 yea/0 nay)
- Resolution certifying the closed executive session approved (7 yea/0 nay)
- Resolution on the employee grievance approved (7 yea/0 nay)
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Wednesday, June 3, 2026
School Board Work Session
School Board Work Session
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by June 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or
Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
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School Board Work Session (Wednesday, June 3, 2026)
Generated by Karen R Tanner on Wednesday, June 3, 2026
To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on June 3, 2026, via Swagit, go to: or via YouTube: or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
1.02 Roll Call
Chairwoman Buffaloe gave the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorney: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Anthony Starks, Chief Financial Officer; Executive Directors: Bruce Brady, Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Tonita Phillips, Dr. D. Jean Jones, Dr. Glenda Walter. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield, Jesse Zamora, Dr. Dennis Moore, Kenyetta Goshen, Carol Hamlin, Julianne Flores, Dr. Kelli Cedo.
2. Student Excellence
2.01 School Board Goal 2, Interim Measures #2.1, 4:00 PM
Kristen McGarity gave a presentation on School Board Goal 2, Interim Measures #2.1.
2.02 Title I Plan Proposal for SY26-27, 4:15 PM
Kelli Cedo gave a presentation on Title …
Wed May 20, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk discutirá la consolidación y celebrará una sesión a puerta cerrada
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una reunión de negocios y un taller para discutir la consolidación escolar y las actualizaciones sobre la transición de los estudiantes. El consejo también votará para entrar en una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para asuntos de personal y estudiantes, seguida de una sesión de negocios pública.
- Taller sobre la consolidación escolar y la transición de los estudiantes
- Votación para entrar en una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para asuntos de personal y estudiantes
- Aprobación de la agenda de consentimiento, que incluye facturas e informes de nómina
- Discusión sobre el uso y alquiler de las instalaciones escolares
- Período de comentarios del público
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✓ Decidido: School Board approves FY27 budget modifications and organizational alignment
The School Board approved the FY27 budget modifications and a proposal for organizational alignment. The board also entered into a closed executive session to discuss personnel, student support, and legal matters.
- Entered into closed executive session (7-0)
- Certified the executive closed session resolution (7-0)
- Adopted the business agenda (7-0)
- Approved the consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved monthly financial report subject to audit (7-0)
- Approved FY27 budget modifications (4-3)
- Approved organizational alignment proposal (7-0)
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Time: 4:00 PM (Closed Exec. Session)
7:00 PM (Business Meeting)
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School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The meeting will be streamed live at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by May 19, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
For School Board Business Meetings prior to January 2016, please call WNPS Channel 47 at 757-628-3459 to purchase a DVD copy for a nominal fee.
The School Board does …
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School Board Business Meeting (Wednesday, May 20, 2026)
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To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, via Swagit, go to:https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/388684 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/KXdqHDTkduI or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. School Board Business Meeting -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call -- 4:00 PM
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair) (Arrive at 4:01 p.m.), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Phillips. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield.
2. School Board Workshop
2.01 School Consolidation and Student Transition Update, 4:01 PM
There was a presentation on the School Consolidation and Student Transition Updates. The presentation began with an opening with Dr. James Pohl and was led by Dr. To …
Wed May 20, 2026
School Board Student Appeal of Long-Term Suspension
La Junta Escolar escuchará la apelación de un estudiante por una suspensión a largo plazo en sesión cerrada
Esta es una reunión especial de la Junta Escolar de Norfolk para escuchar la apelación de un estudiante contra una suspensión a largo plazo. La junta votará primero para entrar en una sesión ejecutiva cerrada según la ley de Virginia para discutir asuntos disciplinarios estudiantiles y asesoría legal. Después de la sesión cerrada, la junta votará sobre la resolución de la apelación del estudiante. La agenda no contiene otro negocio.
- Moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva cerrada para la apelación disciplinaria estudiantil y consulta legal
- Las audiencias de apelación estudiantil se celebran en sesión cerrada
- Resolución que certifica que la sesión ejecutiva cumplió con la Ley de Libertad de Información de Virginia
- Votación sobre la resolución de la apelación del estudiante
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
School Board Student Appeal of Long-Term Suspension
School Board Student Appeal of Long-Term Suspension: 2:30 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
12th floor Conference Room, Room 1201
1. Call to Order -- 2:30 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
May 20, 2026 - School Board Student Appeal of Long-Term Suspension
Category
1. Call to Order -- 2:30 PM
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Motion to Enter Into Closed Executive Session
Meeting
May 20, 2026 - School Board Student Appeal of Long-Term Suspension
Category
1. Call to Order -- 2:30 PM
Type
Action, Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
Move that the 3-Member Committee of the School Board and Counsel go into a closed session for the purposes which are set out in subsection (A) of section 2.2-3711 of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as amended for:
a) Discussion or consideration of disciplinary and any other matters concerning students in Norfolk Public Schools that would involve the disclosure of information contained in a scholastic record during the hearing of a student’s appeal of a long term suspension, pursuant to sub-section (2) of the above-cited Code section; and
b) Consultation with legal counsel to obtain legal advice during the hearing of a student’s appeal of a long term suspension, pursuant to subsections (7) and (8) of the above-cited Code secti …
Mon May 11, 2026
School Board VSBA Governance Training
El Consejo Escolar de la Ciudad de Norfolk asiste a la capacitación en gobernanza de VSBA
El Consejo Escolar de la Ciudad de Norfolk está participando en una sesión de capacitación en gobernanza de un día completo. La agenda incluye discusiones sobre roles, responsabilidades, escenarios, y normas y protocolos del consejo.
- Discusión sobre Roles y Responsabilidades
- Discusión sobre Normas y Protocolos del Consejo Escolar
- Discusión sobre el Plan de Comunicaciones
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Monday, May 11, 2026
School Board VSBA Governance Training
School Board VSBA Governance Training
May 11, 2026, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Virginia School Boards Association
200 Hansen Road, Suite 2
Charlottesville, VA 22911
1. Norfolk City School Board Governance Training-- 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Setting the Tone for the Day
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - School Board VSBA Governance Training
Category
1. Norfolk City School Board Governance Training-- 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Type
Information
File Attachments
Subject
1.02 Introductions & Warm Up
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - School Board VSBA Governance Training
Category
1. Norfolk City School Board Governance Training-- 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
2. School Board Governance Topics
Subject
2.01 Roles and Responsibilities
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - School Board VSBA Governance Training
Category
2. School Board Governance Topics
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
2.02 Scenarios
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - School Board VSBA Governance Training
Category
2. School Board Governance Topics
Type
Discussion
File Attachments
3. SB Lunch Break
Subject
3.01 SB Lunch Break
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - School Board VSBA Governance Training
Category
3. SB Lunch Break
Type
Information
File Attachments
4. School Board Norms & Protocols
Subject
4.01 School Board Norms & Protocols
Meeting
May 11, 2026 - S …
Wed May 6, 2026
School Board Work Session
La Junta Escolar de Norfolk revisará 20 políticas y el borrador del presupuesto
La Junta Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una sesión de trabajo para discutir 20 actualizaciones de políticas propuestas, incluidas las relacionadas con la conducta del personal y las actividades políticas, y para revisar una actualización del borrador del presupuesto. La junta también considerará la entrada en una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para discutir la reorganización administrativa y el asesoramiento legal.
- Revisión de 20 actualizaciones de políticas propuestas (p. ej., actividades políticas del personal, armas, tamaño de las clases)
- Discusión de la actualización del borrador del presupuesto
- Consideración de una moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva cerrada
- Votación proyectada de la Junta sobre las políticas: 20 de mayo de 2026
- Ubicación de la reunión: School Administration Building, 800 E. City Hall Avenue
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✓ Decidido: School Board discusses $472M+ proposed budget and enters executive session
The School Board reviewed the proposed SY27 operating budget of over $472 million. Members also approved allowing Chair Tiffany Buffaloe to participate via Zoom and entered a closed executive session regarding administrative reorganization and legal counsel.
- Approved Chair Tiffany Buffaloe's remote participation via Zoom (6-0)
- Entered closed executive session for personnel and legal matters (7-0)
- Certified the conduct of the executive session (7-0)
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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
School Board Work Session
School Board Work Session
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by May 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or
Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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School Board Work Session (Wednesday, May 6, 2026)
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To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on May 6, 2026, via Swagit, go to: https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/386075 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/tDKEq0r-YRU or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. Call to Order -- 4:01 PM
1.01 Call to Order
The Vice Chairwoman DiCalogero called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m.
**Jack Cloud began the meeting with a vote by the School Board to allow Chair Tiffany Buffaloe to join the SB Work Session.
MOTION: Consensus of the Board to allow Tiffany Buffaloe to participate in today's meeting via Zoom due to a VSBA School Board Clerks' conference participating as a presenter in Charlottesville, VA.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries (6 yea/0 nay).
Yea: Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter, Alfreda Thomas.
Motion Passes
1.02 Roll Call
Vice Chairwoman DiCalogero gave the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose (Superintendent of Schools) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorney: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: D …
Wed Apr 29, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
El Consejo Escolar escuchará las apelaciones de estudiantes por suspensiones a largo plazo
Un comité de 3 miembros del Consejo Escolar se reunirá para llevar a cabo audiencias de apelación de estudiantes. El consejo entrará en una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para discutir los registros académicos y consultar con el asesor legal sobre suspensiones a largo plazo.
- Audiencias de apelación de estudiantes programadas para las 4:00 PM y las 5:00 PM
- Moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva cerrada por asuntos disciplinarios de estudiantes
- Votación sobre la disposición de las apelaciones de estudiantes
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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
Student Appeals: 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
12th floor Conference Room, Room 1201
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Apr 29, 2026 - School Board Student Appeal
Category
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Type
Information
5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.
*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy
We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways
We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources
We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities
We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Closing the GAP, Increas …
Wed Apr 22, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
El consejo escolar de Norfolk escuchará las apelaciones de los estudiantes
El Consejo Escolar de las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Norfolk celebrará una audiencia para las apelaciones de estudiantes sobre suspensiones a largo plazo, que incluirá una sesión cerrada para discutir los registros disciplinarios y el asesoramiento legal. La reunión está programada para el 22 de abril de 2026.
- Audiencias de apelación de estudiantes (sesión cerrada)
- Resolución que certifica la sesión ejecutiva cerrada
- Resolución de las apelaciones de estudiantes (se requiere votación)
- Adelanto de la reunión
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
Student Appeals: 4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
12th floor Conference Room, Room 1201
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Apr 22, 2026 - School Board Student Appeal
Category
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Type
Information
5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.
*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy
We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways
We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources
We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities
We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Closing the GAP, Increasing Resources, …
Wed Apr 15, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
El consejo escolar discutirá datos sobre ausentismo crónico y deserción escolar
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará un taller sobre las tasas de ausentismo crónico y deserción escolar, revisando los datos del tercer trimestre. La reunión también incluye una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para asuntos de personal, legales y disciplinarios de estudiantes. El consejo se reunirá nuevamente para aprobar una agenda de consentimiento que cubre facturas, nómina y uso de instalaciones, y escuchar comentarios del público.
- Discusión en taller sobre Datos de Ausentismo Crónico y Deserción Escolar para el T3 2025-2026
- Moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva cerrada para asuntos de personal, legales y de estudiantes
- Aprobación de Informes de Facturas y Nómina para marzo de 2026
- Aprobación del Informe de Uso de Instalaciones para marzo de 2026
- Se aceptan comentarios del público sobre elementos de la agenda y fuera de la agenda
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✓ Decidido: School Board approves consent agenda and monthly financial report
The School Board approved the consent agenda, which included bills, payroll, facility use, personnel, and student support reports, as well as textbook and special education plans for FY27. The board also approved the monthly financial report and entered into a closed executive session to discuss personnel and student support matters.
- Entered closed executive session (7-0)
- Certified closed session compliance (7-0)
- Adopted business agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved March 4, 10, and 18 minutes (7-0)
- Approved textbook adoption (7-0)
- Approved Special Education Annual Plan Proposal FY27 (7-0)
- Approved CTE Annual Plan Proposal SY27 (7-0)
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Time: 4:00 PM (Closed Exec. Session)
7:00 PM (Business Meeting)
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School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The meeting will be streamed live at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by April 14, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
For School Board Business Meetings prior to January 2016, please call WNPS Channel 47 at 757-628-3459 to purchase a DVD copy for a nominal fee.
The School Board d …
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School Board Business Meeting (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)
Generated by Karen R Tanner on Wednesday, April 15, 2026
To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, via Swagit, go to: https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/382362 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/KbJpPiawRO4 or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. School Board Business Meeting -- 4:01 PM
1.01 Call to Order
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the Roll Call.
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. James Pohl (Interim Superintendent) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Bruce Brady, Dr. Valerie Griffin. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield.
2. School Board Workshop, 4:01 PM
2.01 Chronic Absenteeism/Dropout Rate, 4:02 PM
Kristen McGarity gave a presentation on the Chronic Absenteeism/Dropout Rate.
2.02 Motion to Enter Into Closed Executive Session (vote required), 4:27 PM …
Wed Apr 1, 2026
School Board Work Session
El consejo escolar votará sobre el contrato del superintendente
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una sesión de trabajo para discutir iniciativas de excelencia estudiantil, incluidos los datos de la Meta 4, la adopción de libros de texto, los planes anuales de educación especial y CTE, y votará sobre un nuevo contrato para el superintendente, el Dr. Rose. La reunión es abierta al público y está disponible en transmisión en vivo.
- Votación sobre el nuevo contrato del superintendente para el Dr. Rose (elemento 3.01)
- Discusión de los datos interinos de la Meta 4 del Consejo Escolar, Medidas 1 y 2 (elemento 2.01)
- Discusión sobre la adopción de libros de texto para ESL (elemento 2.02)
- Propuesta del Plan Anual de Educación Especial para el FY27 (elemento 2.03)
- Propuesta del Plan Anual de CTE para el SY27 (elemento 2.04)
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✓ Decidido: School Board approves Superintendent contract and remote participation for Dr. Martin
The School Board approved the Superintendent's contract and granted permission for Dr. Adale Martin to participate in the meeting via Zoom from Utah. The session included presentations on textbook adoption, special education, and CTE annual plans.
- Approved Dr. Adale Martin participating via Zoom (5-0)
- Approved Superintendent contract (7-0)
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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
School Board Work Session
School Board Work Session
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by March 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or
Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
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School Board Work Session (Wednesday, April 1, 2026)
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1. Call to Order -- 4:01 PM
1.01 Call to Order, 4:01 PM
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
**Jack Cloud began the meeting with a vote by the School Board to allow Dr. Adale Martin to attend today's meeting from Sky Run Resort, Park City, Utah (vacation).
MOTION: Consensus of the Board to allow Dr. Adale Martin to participate in today's meeting via Zoom.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries (5 yea/0 nay).
Yea: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter. (Absent during vote: Alfreda Thomas)
1.02 Roll Call, 4:02 PM
Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas (Arrived 4:06 p.m.), Dr. Adale Martin (joined via Zoom at 4:00 p.m.), Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose (Acting Superintendent) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew- …
Wed Mar 25, 2026
CANCELLED: School Board Student Appeal
Reunión de apelaciones de estudiantes del Consejo Escolar cancelada
Esta reunión del Consejo Escolar de Apelaciones de Estudiantes de las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Norfolk fue cancelada. La agenda incluía una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para apelaciones de suspensiones a largo plazo de estudiantes y una resolución para certificar la sesión cerrada, pero no se tomó ninguna acción debido a la cancelación.
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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
CANCELLED: School Board Student Appeal
Student Appeals: 4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
12th floor Conference Room, Room 1201
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Mar 25, 2026 - CANCELLED: School Board Student Appeal
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1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
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Information
5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.
*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy
We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways
We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources
We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities
We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Closing the GAP, …
Wed Mar 18, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
El Consejo Escolar votará una resolución para eliminar las aulas móviles
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada a las 4:00 p. m. para asuntos legales, de personal y estudiantiles, y luego se reunirá nuevamente a las 7:00 p. m. para la reunión de negocios públicos. El consejo votará una agenda de consentimiento que incluye aprobaciones de políticas, una resolución sobre la eliminación de aulas móviles e informes sobre facturas, instalaciones, personal y apoyo estudiantil. También está programada una discusión sobre las medidas interinas de la Meta 3 del Consejo.
- Resolución sobre la eliminación de aulas móviles (se requiere votación)
- Aprobaciones de Políticas del Consejo Escolar: BDD (participación electrónica), JJAG (seguridad por calor extremo para atletas-estudiantes), BBBB (representante estudiantil), GAB-IIBEA (uso aceptable de computadoras) y AUP (procedimiento de uso aceptable)
- Discusión de la Meta 3 del Consejo – Medidas Interinas #1 y #2 (datos proporcionados)
- Aprobación de las actas de los días 4, 18 y 26 de febrero de 2026
- Informe de Facturas y Nómina de febrero de 2026 (archivo de $352K)
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✓ Decidido: School Board approves SY2027 budget and elementary school redistricting
The School Board approved the proposed operating budget for the 2027 school year and the redistricting of three elementary schools. The board also entered into a closed executive session to discuss personnel, student support, and legal matters.
- Entered into closed executive session (7-0)
- Certified the executive closed session resolution (7-0)
- Adopted the business agenda (7-0)
- Approved the consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved monthly financial report subject to audit (7-0)
- Approved SY2027 proposed operating budget (5-2)
- Approved redistricting of Oceanair, Norview, and Mary Calcott elementary schools (7-0)
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Time: 4:00 PM (Closed Exec. Session)
7:00 PM (Business Meeting)
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School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The meeting will be streamed live at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by February 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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School Board Business Meeting (Wednesday, March 18, 2026)
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1. School Board Business Meeting -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call
School Board members present: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. James Pohl (Interim Superintendent) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Bruce Brady. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield.
2. School Board Workshop
2.01 Board Goal 3 - Measures #1 & #
Kristin McGarity gave a presentation on School Board Goal 3, Measures #1 & #2.
2.02 Motion to Enter Into Closed Executive Session (vote required), 4:25 PM
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
El concejo municipal de Norfolk y la junta escolar discuten mejoras en el presupuesto y la auditoría
El Concejo Municipal de Norfolk y la Junta Escolar celebrarán una reunión conjunta para discutir las prioridades presupuestarias de las Escuelas Públicas de Norfolk, las mejoras en la auditoría y el análisis financiero del plan de consolidación. La reunión también incluirá actualizaciones sobre la planificación urbana y futuras comunicaciones conjuntas.
- Prioridades presupuestarias de NPS y fondos de un solo uso (True Up/Reversion)
- Mejoras en la auditoría de NPS
- Análisis financiero del plan de consolidación
- Actualización de la planificación urbana
- Reuniones y comunicaciones conjuntas futuras
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✓ Decidido: No substantive decisions were made during the joint meeting
The Norfolk City Council and School Board held a joint meeting on March 10, 2026. The agenda included discussions on NPS budget priorities, audit improvements, and a consolidation plan financial analysis, but no official actions or votes were recorded.
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
4:00 p.m.
1006 City Hall Building
810 Union Street Norfolk, VA 23510
The public may attend in-person or watch Norfolk City Council meetings live on Cox TV48 and online at www.norfolk.gov.
1. Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting -- 4:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
Meeting
Mar 10, 2026 - Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
Category
1. Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting -- 4:00 PM
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Information
The public may attend in-person or watch Norfolk City Council meetings live on Cox TV48 and online at www.norfolk.gov .
File Attachments
City Council & SB Joint Meeting Minutes (March 10, 2026).pdf (270 KB)
Subject
1.02 Welcome/Opening Remarks (Mayor Dr. Kenneth Alexander & Chairwoman Tiffany Buffaloe)
Meeting
Mar 10, 2026 - Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
Category
1. Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting -- 4:00 PM
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Subject
1.03 NPS Budget Priorities and One Time Funds (True Up/Reversion)
Meeting
Mar 10, 2026 - Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
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1. Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting -- 4:00 PM
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File Attachments
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Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting (Tuesday, March 10, 2026)
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1. Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting -- 4:00 PM
Information: 1.01 Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting
1.03 NPS Budget Priorities and One Time Funds (True Up/Reversion)
1.04 NPS Audit Improvements
1.05 Consolidation Plan Financial Analysis
1.06 Future Joint Meetings and Communications
1.07 City Planning Update
2. Adjournment --5:00 PM
2.01 Joint Norfolk City Council & School Board Meeting -- Adjourned
Wed Mar 4, 2026
School Board Work Session & Public Hearing
El consejo escolar de Norfolk discutirá el presupuesto y la redistribución de distritos
El Consejo Escolar de las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Norfolk celebrará una sesión de trabajo y una audiencia pública para discutir el presupuesto operativo propuesto para el año fiscal 2027 por el Superintendente y los planes de redistribución de distritos para tres escuelas primarias. La reunión también incluirá una revisión de las medidas de excelencia estudiantil y de las políticas del consejo.
- Audiencia pública sobre el Presupuesto Operativo Propuesto para el Año Fiscal 2027 del Superintendente
- Audiencia pública sobre la redistribución de distritos de Oceanair ES, Norview ES y Mary Calcott ES
- Discusión de las medidas del Objetivo 2 del Consejo Escolar
- Revisión de las políticas de seguridad térmica para estudiantes-atletas y uso de computadoras
- Discusión de futuros puntos del orden del día
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✓ Decidido: School Board holds budget and redistricting public hearings
The School Board held a work session including discussions on Goal 2 measures and the FY2027 Proposed Operating Budget. Public hearings were conducted regarding the Superintendent's proposed budget and the redistricting of Oceanair ES, Norview ES, and Mary Calcott ES.
- Held public hearing on the Superintendent's FY2027 Proposed Operating Budget
- Held public hearing on the redistricting of Oceanair ES, Norview ES, and Mary Calcott ES
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Wednesday, March 4, 2026
School Board Work Session & Public Hearing
School Board Work Session & Public Hearing
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by March 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or
Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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School Board Work Session & Public Hearings (Wednesday, March 4, 2026)
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1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin (arrived at 4:02 p.m.), Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Acting Superintendent: Dr. Jeff Rose, Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. James Pohl, Chief Academic Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Anthony Starks, Chief Financial Officer. Executive Directors: Bruce Brady, Dr. Glenda Walter, Dr. D. Jean Jones, Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Tonita Phillips. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Lisa Nash, Jesse Zamora, Dr. Dennis Moore, Kenyetta Goshen, Crystal Skinner.
2. Student Excellence
2.01 School Board Goal 2, Measures #1 and #2
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Thu Feb 26, 2026
School Board Special Call Meeting
La Junta Escolar votará sobre la designación del Dr. Jeff Rose como Superintendente Interino
La Junta Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una reunión especial convocada para el 26 de febrero de 2026, comenzando con una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para discutir la licencia, el contrato y los asuntos de personal relacionados con el Dr. Rose. Después de la sesión a puerta cerrada, la junta votará una moción para designar al Dr. Jeff Rose como Superintendente Interino y considerará una resolución de certificación para la reunión a puerta cerrada. No se aceptan comentarios del público en esta reunión especial; solo hay artículos procedimentales y de acción en la agenda.
- Moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para discutir la licencia, el contrato y el estado temporal de otro empleado del Dr. Rose
- Resolución que certifica que la sesión a puerta cerrada cumplió con la Ley de Libertad de Información de Virginia
- Designación del Dr. Jeff Rose como Superintendente Interino, con un contrato adjunto
- La reunión es una reunión especial convocada sin período de comentarios del público
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Thursday, February 26, 2026
School Board Special Call Meeting
School Board Special Call Meeting (Closed Executive Session)
2:00 PM
School Administration Building
Superintendent's Conference Room, 12th floor
800 E. City Hall Avenue
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by March 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or
Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
La Junta Escolar discutirá la redistribución de distritos para tres escuelas primarias
La Junta Escolar de Norfolk celebrará un taller para discutir un plan de redistribución de distritos para las escuelas primarias Oceanair, Norview y Mary Calcott. La junta también revisará datos sobre el ausentismo crónico y las tasas de abandono escolar. Se ha programado una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para abordar asuntos de personal, legales y de apoyo al estudiante.
- Discusión del plan de redistribución de distritos para Oceanair, Norview ES y Mary Calcott ES
- Revisión del Informe del Consejo sobre Datos de Ausentismo Crónico y Abandono Escolar Q2-25-26
- Discusión de las Medidas #1 y #2 de la Meta 5 del Consejo
- Sesión cerrada para acciones de personal, acciones disciplinarias de estudiantes y asesoría legal
- Votación para adoptar la agenda de negocios y aprobar la agenda de consentimiento
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✓ Decidido: School Board approves consent agenda and financial report
The School Board approved the consent agenda, which included bills, payroll, facility use, personnel, and minutes from January 2026. They also approved the monthly financial report subject to audit. The meeting included a closed executive session and recognition of Black History Month.
- Entered closed executive session (7-0)
- Certified closed executive session (7-0)
- Adopted business agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda (7-0)
- Approved January 2026 minutes (7-0)
- Approved monthly financial report (7-0)
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Time: 4:00 PM (Closed Exec. Session)
7:00 PM (Business Meeting)
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School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The meeting will be streamed live at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by February 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
For School Board Business Meetings prior to January 2016, please call WNPS Channel 47 at 757-628-3459 to purchase a DVD copy for a nominal fee.
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1. School Board Business Meeting -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call, 4:00 PM
Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair) (arrived at 4:30 p.m.), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. James Pohl (Interim Superintendent) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources & Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Bruce Brady, Dr. Glenda Walter, Dr. D. Jean Jones. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield, Kelli Cedo, Jennifer Lopez, Patrick Rostock.
2. School Board Workshop, 4:00 PM
2.01 Board Goal 5 - Measures #1 and #2, 4:01 PM
Kristen McGarity gave a presentation on SB Goal 5, Measure #1 and #2.
2.02 Redistricting plan for Oceanair, Norview, & Mary Calcott Elementary Schools,
Richard …
Wed Feb 11, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
El consejo escolar de Norfolk escuchará las apelaciones de estudiantes en sesión cerrada
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una reunión especial para escuchar las apelaciones de suspensiones de larga duración de estudiantes. La sesión comenzará con una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para discutir los registros disciplinarios de los estudiantes y el asesoramiento legal, seguida de una votación sobre las apelaciones.
- Sesión ejecutiva cerrada para las audiencias de apelaciones de estudiantes
- Se requiere una votación para decidir los resultados de las apelaciones de estudiantes
- Reunión celebrada en el Edificio de Administración Escolar, 800 E. City Hall Avenue
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
Student Appeals: 4:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
12th floor Conference Room, Room 1201
1. Call to Order -- 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
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1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 11, 2026 - School Board Student Appeal
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1. Call to Order -- 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
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Information
5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.
*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy
We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways
We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources
We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities
We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Closing the GAP, In …
Wed Feb 4, 2026
School Board Work Session
El Consejo Escolar discutirá la propuesta de presupuesto operativo para el año fiscal 2026-27
El Consejo Escolar discutirá el Presupuesto Operativo Propuesto del Superintendente para el año fiscal 2026-27 durante una sesión de trabajo. También revisarán las solicitudes de subvenciones para la mejora escolar de varias escuelas y considerarán mociones para entrar en sesión cerrada por apelaciones de estudiantes y para certificar dicha sesión cerrada.
- Discusión del Presupuesto Operativo Propuesto del Superintendente para el año fiscal 2026-27 (los adjuntos incluyen el libro de presupuesto y diapositivas)
- Revisión de las solicitudes de subvenciones para la mejora escolar de las escuelas Chesterfield, Coleman, Jacox, LTS, P.B. Young, RBES y Ruffner
- Moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva cerrada por asuntos disciplinarios y de registros académicos de estudiantes
- Resolución que certifica que la sesión ejecutiva cerrada cumplió con los requisitos de FOIA de Virginia
- Acción sobre la disposición de las apelaciones de estudiantes tras la sesión cerrada
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✓ Decidido: Norfolk School Board approves grant applications and student appeals
The School Board approved several school improvement grant applications and three student appeals. The board also entered into a closed executive session to conduct the student appeal hearings.
- Approved School Improvement Grant Applications (7-0)
- Approved entry into closed executive session for student disciplinary matters (7-0)
- Upheld Superintendent recommendation for Student 1 (7-0)
- Upheld Superintendent recommendation for Student 2 (7-0)
- Upheld Superintendent recommendation for Student 3 (7-0)
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026
School Board Work Session
School Board Work Session
February 4, 2026
4:00 PM
School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by February 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
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School Board Work Session (Wednesday, February 4, 2026)
Generated by Karen R Tanner on Wednesday, February 4, 2026
To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, February 4 2026, via Swagit, go to: https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/377125 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/fEGpD4lMDe4 or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
Chairwoman Buffaloe called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin (arrived at 4:12 p.m.), Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. James Pohl (Interim Superintendent) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources; Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Bruce Brady, Dr. Glenda Walter, Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Tonita Phillips, Dr. D. Jean Jones. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield, Carol Hamlin, Dr. Dennis Moore, Kenyetta Goshen, Kelli Cedo, Jesse Zamora, Crystal Skinner & Accounting Staff.
2. Superintendent's Proposed Operating Budget FY26-27, 4:01 p.m.
2.01 Superintendent's Operating Budget FY26-27
Dr. Pohl gave a presentation on the FY2027 Proposed Operating Budget. Antho …
Fri Jan 30, 2026
School Board Special Call Meeting: Appointment of the Division Superintendent
La Junta Escolar de Norfolk nombrará a un nuevo superintendente
La Junta Escolar de las Escuelas Públicas de la Ciudad de Norfolk celebrará una reunión extraordinaria el 30 de enero de 2026 para votar sobre el nombramiento de un nuevo Superintendente de la División. La reunión se llevará a cabo en el Edificio de Administración Escolar.
- Nombramiento del Superintendente de la División (se requiere votación)
- Ubicación de la reunión: Edificio de Administración Escolar, 12.º piso, Sala de la Junta
- Hora de la reunión: 30 de enero de 2026, a las 5:00 p. m.
- Los comentarios del público deben enviarse por correo electrónico antes de las 4:30 p. m. del 18 de febrero de 2026.
- Transmisión en vivo disponible en https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/
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✓ Decidido: School Board appoints new Division Superintendent
The School Board held a special call meeting to appoint the Division Superintendent. The motion to appoint the superintendent carried with a 4-3 vote.
- Appointment of the Division Superintendent approved (4 yea/3 nay)
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Friday, January 30, 2026
School Board Special Call Meeting: Appointment of the Division Superintendent
SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL CALL MEETING: January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM
The School Board will hold a Special Call Meeting for the Appointment of the Division Superintendent on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., at the School Administration Building, 12th Floor, Board Room.
The public may attend in person or view the meeting via live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or on WNPS Channel 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by February 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comments in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, January 30, 2026, via Swagit, go to: https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/373679 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/eqG0g6-l8Fc or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. School Board Special Call Meeting -- 5:03 PM
1.01 Call to Order
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 5:03 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair) Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. James Pohl (Interim Superintendent) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
*Board Chair called five minute recess at 5:27 p.m.
2. Appointment of the Division Superintendent, 5:33 PM
2.01 Appointment of the Division Superintendent (vote required)
MOTION:
Motion by Bhasin, second by Martin.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries (4 yea/3nay).
Yea: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Dr. Adale Martin.
Nay: Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter, Alfreda Thomas.
3. Adjournment
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Wed Jan 28, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
El Consejo Escolar escuchará las apelaciones de estudiantes en sesión cerrada
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una reunión especial para escuchar las apelaciones de estudiantes contra suspensiones a largo plazo. La sesión comenzará con una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para discutir los registros disciplinarios y el asesoramiento legal, seguida de una votación pública sobre las apelaciones.
- Sesión ejecutiva cerrada para apelaciones de estudiantes
- Se requiere una votación sobre la disposición de las apelaciones de estudiantes
- Las audiencias de apelación de estudiantes están programadas para las 3:00 PM
- La reunión se celebrará en el Edificio de Administración Escolar, 800 E. City Hall Avenue
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
School Board Student Appeal
Student Appeal: 3:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
Supt. Conference Room
1. Call to Order -- 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 28, 2026 - School Board Student Appeal
Category
1. Call to Order -- 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
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5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.
*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy
We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways
We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources
We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities
We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Closing the GAP, Increasing Resources …
Wed Jan 21, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
La junta discutirá la búsqueda del superintendente y la actualización del programa especializado
La Junta Escolar de Norfolk celebrará una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para discutir candidatos a superintendente, asuntos de personal, problemas de apoyo a los estudiantes y un posible contrato para el superintendente. Después de reanudarse, la junta llevará a cabo discusiones de taller sobre la Actualización del Programa Especializado de la Escuela Secundaria y el Punto Innegociable #2 para el Superintendente. La reunión ordinaria de negocios comenzará entonces a las 7:00 PM.
- Actualización del Programa Especializado de la Escuela Secundaria (discusión)
- Actualización del Punto Innegociable #2 para el Superintendente (discusión)
- Moción para entrar en sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada (se requiere votación)
- Resolución que certifica la sesión ejecutiva (se requiere votación)
- Se aceptan comentarios del público en persona o por correo electrónico
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✓ Decidido: Norfolk School Board approves consent agenda, financial report, and grievance officer
The Norfolk City Public Schools board approved its consent agenda, which covers monthly bills, payroll, personnel reports, December meeting minutes, the 2026-2027 calendar, and an appointment for an employee grievance officer. The board also passed the monthly financial report subject to audit and certified its closed executive session covering private personnel and student records. During open discussion, members agreed to evaluate high school specialty programs and review teacher staffing strategies.
- Approved consent agenda (7-0), covering bills, payroll, personnel reports, December minutes, 2026-2027 calendar, and grievance officer appointment
- Approved monthly financial report subject to audit (7-0)
- Certified closed executive session for personnel, student records, and legal matters (7-0)
- Agreed to evaluate high school specialty programs and track enrollment percentages
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
School Board Business Meeting
Time: 4:00 PM (Closed Exec. Session)
7:00 PM (Business Meeting)
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Lake Taylor High School
1384 Kempsville Road, Norfolk, VA 23502
The meeting will be streamed live at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by January 20, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFwHwxEET-2POv3Qq0OG_91
For School Board Business Meetings prior to January 2016, please call WNPS Channel 47 at 757-628-3459 to purchase a DVD copy for a nominal fee.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, via Swagit, go to: https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/372937 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/CEy_ur2o_vM or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. School Board Business Meeting -- 4:00 PM
1.01 Call to Order
The Chairwoman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call
Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair) Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair) (arrived at 4:30 p.m.), Tanya Bhasin, Alfreda Thomas, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi Slaughter.
Superintendent: Dr. James Pohl (Interim Superintendent) and Karen Tanner (SB Clerk), City Attorneys: Jack Cloud.
Administrators: Dr. Michael Cataldo, Chief Student Support, Safety, and Information Officer, Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources; Richard Fraley, Chief Operations Officer; Executive Directors: Bruce Brady, Dr. Glenda Walter, Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. Tonita Phillips, Dr. D. Jean Jones. Other Administrators: Kristin McGarity, Tiffany Whitfield, Dehon Mack, Jesse Zamora.
2. School Board Workshop
2.01 High School Specialty Program Update, 4:02 PM
Dr. Valerie Griffin, Executive Director of Secondary Schools, gave a High School Specialty Program Update. Dr. Griff …
Wed Jan 14, 2026
School Board Student Reinstatements
El consejo escolar de Norfolk escuchará apelaciones sobre la reincorporación de estudiantes
El Consejo Escolar de Norfolk se reunirá para escuchar apelaciones relacionadas con la reincorporación de estudiantes. La sesión incluye una sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para discutir los registros disciplinarios de los estudiantes y una votación sobre las apelaciones.
- Sesión ejecutiva a puerta cerrada para apelaciones disciplinarias de estudiantes
- Votación sobre apelaciones de reincorporación de estudiantes
- Se levanta la sesión
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
School Board Student Reinstatements
Student Reinstatements: 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM
School Administration Building
800 E. City Hall Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23510
Supt. Conference Room
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM
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1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 14, 2026 - School Board Student Reinstatements
Category
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM
Type
Information
5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.
*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy
We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways
We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources
We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities
We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
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Wed Jan 7, 2026
School Board Organizational Meeting & Work Session
El Consejo Escolar elegirá a los líderes y discutirá el estado académico de las escuelas
El Consejo Escolar celebrará una reunión organizativa para elegir a su Presidente, Vicepresidente, Secretario y un designado del Superintendente. La sesión también incluye discusiones sobre el estado académico de las escuelas, actualizaciones sobre los entrenadores de graduación y el calendario de reuniones borrador para 2026-2027.
- Elección del Presidente del Consejo Escolar
- Elección del Vicepresidente del Consejo Escolar
- Recomendación para el Secretario del Consejo Escolar
- Recomendación del designado del Superintendente
- Discusión sobre el estado académico de las escuelas
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✓ Decidido: Norfolk School Board elects new chair and vice chair.
The Norfolk City Public Schools Board elected Tiffany Buffaloe as chair and Sarah DiCalogero as vice chair. Members approved the appointment of board clerk Karen R. Tanner and confirmed three superintendent designees. The board accepted the draft calendar for the 2026-27 school year, which establishes dates for staff development and student instruction, before entering a closed executive session to discuss personnel and contract matters.
- Elected Tiffany Buffaloe as School Board Chair (4-3)
- Elected Sarah DiCalogero as Vice Chair (4-3)
- Appointed Karen R. Tanner as School Board Clerk (5 yea, 0 nay, 2 abstained)
- Approved Superintendent designees Cataldo, Agnew-Scott, and Fraley (7-0)
- Accepted draft School Board Calendar for SY26-27
- Entered closed executive session to discuss personnel and contract matters (7-0)
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
School Board Organizational Meeting & Work Session
School Board Organizational Meeting & Work Session
January 7, 2026
3:30 PM
School Administration Building
12th floor, Board Room
The public may attend both meetings in person. The School Board Governance Training is not live streamed. The School Board Work Session can be viewed live stream at https://norfolkpublicschools.swagit.com/live/, YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/NPSk12va/live, or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED:
The School Board accepts public comments during School Board Business Meetings and Public Hearings only. If you would like to provide public comments in person for Agenda and Non-Agenda items, you may sign up at the beginning of the meeting until 7 p.m. or call prior to the start of the meeting, or email the School Board Clerk (
[email protected]) by January 21, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. The School Board does not respond to public comments. We cannot guarantee anonymity for those submitting public comments. You are required to note "Please post for Public Comment or Do not post for Public Comment in the subject line or within your e-mail message. All comments will be provided to board members for that meeting.
The School Board does not respond to public comments.
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SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS LIVE STREAMING: http://www.npsk12.com/live-streaming
SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ARCHIVES: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJkCBujRQwOFw …
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School Board Organizational Meeting & Work Session (Wednesday, January 7, 2026)
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To view the full video of the School Board Business Meeting on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, via Swagit, go to: https://norfolkpublicschools.new.swagit.com/videos/371388 or via YouTube: https://youtu.be/INJnjxswAZI or tune in to WNPS Ch. 47.
1. Call to Order -- 3:30 PM
1.01 Call to Order:
Dr. Pohl called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m.
1.02 Roll Call, 3:30 PM
Dr. Pohl performed the Roll Call at 3:30 p.m.
Board Members: Tiffany Buffaloe (Chair), Sarah DiCalogero (Vice Chair), Tanya Bhasin, Dr. Adale Martin, Col. Ken Paulson (RET), Jodi M. Slaughter, Alfreda Thomas.
City Attorney Jack Cloud and School Board Clerk: Karen R. Tanner.
Administrators: Dr. Michael Cataldo, Chief Technology Officer; Rick Fraley, Chief of Operations; Anthony Starks, Chief Financial Officer, Dr. Sherry Agnew-Scott, Chief of Human Resources; Executive Directors, Dr. Valerie Griffin, Dr. D. Jean Jones, Dr. Tonita Phillips, Bruce Brady, Dr. Glenda Walter. Other Administrators: Tiffany Whitfield, Carol Hamlin, Dr. Dennis Moore, Kenyetta Goshen, Kristin McGarity, Michelle Moore.
2. SB Organizational Meeting, 3:30 PM
2.01 Election of School Board Chair (vote required), 3:30 PM
Nominations from the floor:
C …