Duval County Public Schools, FL

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The School Board is holding a special meeting to conduct public hearings regarding the 2026-2027 tentative budget and proposed millage rates. The body will discuss various funding categories and the certification of school taxable value.

• Public hearing on Required Local Effort millage rates and budget
• Public hearing on Non-Voted Discretionary Operating millage rates and budget
• Public hearing on Voted Discretionary Operating millage rates and budget
• Public hearing on Capital Outlay millage rates and budget
• Public hearing on Resolution Number 2027-01 and Resolution Number 2027-02

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

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

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The Duval County School Board will meet to approve the advertisements for the 2026-2027 proposed millage levy and tentative budget. This is a procedural step required before the official budget adoption process begins.

• Approval of 2026-2027 proposed millage levy and tentative budget advertisements
• Public comment period scheduled

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The Duval County Public Schools School Board will hold a special shade meeting. The board is scheduled to discuss safety and security.

• Discussion of safety and security

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This is a procedural agenda committee meeting. The sole item is a review of the draft agenda for the August 4, 2026 regular board meeting. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Review of draft agenda for the August 4, 2026 regular board meeting

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This July 21, 2026 board workshop will cover a legislative update, a foundation development update, the student progression plan, and specific board policies (Chapters 5.44, 8.50, 8.51, 8.53, 8.59). Also on the agenda is a governance discussion. No specific proposals or votes are listed in the agenda text.

• 2026 legislative update discussion
• Foundation development update
• Student progression plan discussion
• Review of board policies: Chapter 5.44 & Chapters 8.50, 8.51, 8.53, 8.59
• Governance item

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La junta de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado Duval llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y votará sobre el Código de Conducta Estudiantil 2026-2027 y las revisiones a las políticas de la junta. La reunión incluye una extensa agenda de consentimiento que cubre compras de software educativo, reasignaciones de personal y servidumbres de instalaciones.

• Audiencia pública y votación sobre el Código de Conducta Estudiantil 2026-2027
• Propuesta para declarar la Escuela Primaria Ortega No. 16 en 4010 Baltic Street como propiedad excedente
• Audiencias públicas y votaciones sobre revisiones a las Políticas de la Junta de los Capítulos 1, 5 y 8
• Aceptación de la donación del derecho de paso de la antigua Carretera 301 de EE. UU. por parte de FDOT
• Aprobación de resoluciones presupuestarias para mayo de 2026 y estados financieros para abril de 2026

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Esta es una reunión especial de la Junta de Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Duval con un único punto en la agenda: la autoridad de negociación colectiva. No se proporcionan detalles ni acciones adicionales en la agenda. La junta discutirá y potencialmente decidirá sobre este asunto.

• Autoridad de negociación colectiva (único punto de discusión)

The Duval County School Board held a special meeting on June 30, 2026. The session was closed to the public at 11:36 a.m. for discussion regarding collective bargaining authority pursuant to section 447.605(1), Florida Statutes. The meeting reopened to the public at 12:16 p.m., at which time the board voted unanimously to adjourn.

• The board adjourned the meeting at 12:16 p.m. (Vote: 6-0)

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El Subcomité de Políticas de Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria discutirá tres políticas de la junta: disposición de propiedades (7.83), límites de asistencia y cierres/consolidaciones de escuelas (5.44), y escuelas y programas magnet (5.46). No se programaron votaciones ni decisiones; esta es una reunión solo de discusión.

• Discusión de la Política de la Junta 7.83 sobre venta, transferencia o disposición de propiedades
• Discusión de la Política de la Junta 5.44 sobre límites de asistencia, cierres de escuelas y consolidaciones
• Discusión de la Política de la Junta 5.46 sobre escuelas y programas magnet

The subcommittee discussed potential revisions to Board Policy 7.83 regarding property disposal and Board Policy 5.44 regarding school closures and boundaries. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting focused on proposed language and public transparency. Board Policy 5.46 was not discussed.

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El Comité Asesor de Auditoría del Distrito Escolar Público de Duval County se reunirá para recibir actualizaciones sobre la venta de un edificio del distrito escolar, el presupuesto financiero y el estado de la auditoría interna. El comité también elegirá oficiales y aprobará las actas de las reuniones anteriores.

• Venta de edificio del DCPS – Actualización (presentación de 30 minutos)
• Actualización del presupuesto financiero (presentación de 40 minutos por el CFO Ronald Fagan)
• Actualización del estado de la IBA e IA (presentación de 35 minutos por Melvin Dodson, IBA)
• Elecciones de oficiales para presidente y vicepresidente
• Aprobación de actas del 19 de febrero, 6 de abril y 23 de abril de 2026

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El Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee se reunirá para revisar el 2025 Annual Report y discutir asuntos de gobernanza. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de reuniones anteriores y comentarios públicos.

• Aprobación de la agenda del 24 de junio de 2026
• Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones del 20 de mayo, del subcomité del 3 de junio y de la reunión interina del 17 de junio
• Sesión de comentarios públicos
• Presentación y revisión del 2025 Annual Report
• Discusión sobre gobernanza

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Esta reunión especial es una audiencia cuasijudicial para considerar dos casos que involucran a Quintin Crum y la Junta Escolar del Condado de Duval. Los casos son DOAH Case No. 25-4633 y DOAH Case No. 26-5497. No hay otros asuntos en la agenda.

• Quintin Crum contra la Junta Escolar del Condado de Duval, DOAH Case No. 25-4633
• La Junta Escolar del Condado de Duval contra Quintin Crum, DOAH Case No. 26-5497

The board held a quasi-judicial hearing regarding two DOAH cases involving Quintin Crum. Mr. Crum did not appear for the first case. For the second case, the board unanimously adopted the judge's recommended order to terminate Mr. Crum as a paraprofessional for rule violations.

• Adopted recommended order to terminate Quintin Crum as a paraprofessional (4-0)
• No action taken on case 25-4633 because Mr. Crum was not present
• Approved agenda (4-0)

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El Comité de Supervisión del Impuesto Adicional sobre Ventas se reunirá para aprobar las actas de reuniones anteriores y escuchar comentarios públicos. Los principales elementos sustantivos son una revisión del Informe Anual 2025 y una discusión sobre asuntos de gobernanza. La reunión es en gran medida de procedimiento.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del subcomité del 20 de mayo y 3 de junio de 2026
• Comentarios públicos
• Presentación y revisión del Informe Anual 2025
• Discusión sobre gobernanza

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La Junta Escolar del Condado de Duval está llevando a cabo un taller para discutir actualizaciones sobre servicios de limpieza, bienes raíces, el plan de salud mental y asuntos de gobernanza. No se programan votaciones ni decisiones; la sesión es solo para información y discusión.

• Actualización sobre servicios de limpieza
• Actualización sobre bienes raíces
• Actualización sobre el plan de salud mental
• Gobernanza

The Duval County School Board held a workshop with updates on custodial services (potential $2M savings from in-house model), real estate (four offers for HQ relocation being vetted), and the mental health plan. No formal decisions or votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to adjourn.

• No substantive decisions made; meeting was informational only

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Esta es una reunión procedimental del Comité de Orden del Día del Distrito Escolar Público del Condado de Duval. El único tema de discusión es la revisión del borrador del orden del día para la reunión de la Junta Escolar del 1 de julio de 2026. No se programan decisiones sustanciales ni audiencias públicas.

• Revisión del borrador del orden del día para la reunión de la Junta Escolar del 1 de julio de 2026

The Duval County School Board's Agenda Committee met to discuss items for the July 1, 2026 meeting. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural only, covering draft agenda items including curriculum purchases, contracts, budget resolutions, student conduct code, and property surplus declarations.

• No decisions were made; all items were discussed for future action

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El Policy Handbook Review Committee discutirá revisiones a ocho políticas del consejo, incluyendo una nueva política propuesta sobre la evaluación del consejero general del consejo. Otras políticas bajo revisión cubren registros públicos, materiales impugnados, compras, organizaciones de apoyo directo, actividades políticas de empleados y publicidad en las escuelas. No hay votaciones programadas; esta es una reunión de comité solo de discusión.

• Revisión de la propuesta nueva Política del Consejo 2.39 – Board General Counsel Evaluation
• Revisión de la Política del Consejo 4.30 – Challenged Materials
• Revisión de la Política del Consejo 6.85 – Political Activities for Employees
• Revisión de la Política del Consejo 7.70 – Purchasing
• Revisión de la Política del Consejo 9.40 – Advertising in Schools

The Duval County School Board's Policy Handbook Review Committee met to discuss revisions to eight policies, including Board Policy 3.50 on public records, 4.30 on challenged materials, and 2.39 on general counsel evaluation. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the committee requested that several items be brought back with additional information at a future meeting.

• No formal decisions were made; all items were discussed for future action.

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El Subcomité de Políticas de Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria discutirá la Política de la Junta 5.46 con respecto a las escuelas y programas magnet. No se esperan votaciones ni decisiones finales en esta reunión; es un punto únicamente para discusión.

• Discusión de la Política de la Junta 5.46, Escuelas y Programas Magnet

The ACE Policy Subcommittee met to discuss revisions to Board Policy 5.46 regarding magnet schools and choice programs. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the session was limited to staff presentations and board member discussion. The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

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El Subcomité de Supervisión de Sales-Surtax revisará y editará el Borrador del Informe Anual 2025. El organismo tiene como objetivo finalizar este informe para su aprobación en una reunión del 17 de junio de 2026. Los miembros también discutirán el esquema propuesto para el Informe Anual 2026 y la gobernanza.

• Revisión y ediciones del Borrador del Informe Anual 2025
• Finalización del Borrador del Informe Anual 2025
• Revisión del Esquema Propuesto del Borrador del Informe Anual 2026
• Discusión sobre la gobernanza

The Sales-Surtax Oversight Subcommittee met to finalize edits to the draft 2025 annual report. Members approved changes to meeting dates, expenditures, and reduced recommendations from 20 to 13. The table on allowable expenditures was left unchanged pending further review. The revised draft will go before the full Oversight Committee on June 17 for final approval to publish.

• Approved edits to 2025 meeting dates and topics (unanimous)
• Approved inserted edits to sales-surtax expenditures section
• Decided to leave allowable expenditures table as is pending review by Finance and Charter team
• Agreed not to edit the 2024 recommendations section
• Approved revised list of 13 recommendations, down from 20

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La Junta Escolar del Condado Duval considerará un orden del día de consentimiento con más de 50 ítems, que incluyen la aprobación de un contrato de construcción para la nueva prototipo de K-5 Escuela Primaria Spring Park, un acuerdo de arrendamiento con la Fundación Familia Carroll y la declaración de propiedad excedente. La junta también votará sobre compras de currículo y tecnología, calendarios distritales para 2027-2029 y acciones personales. Los ítems de discusión incluyen la aprobación de PowerSchool Performance Matters para el año escolar 2026-2027.

• Otorgamiento del contrato de construcción para la nueva prototipo de K-5 Escuela Primaria Spring Park #72 (ITB No. 16-26/LM, Proyecto P-91760)
• Declaración de la antigua Escuela Primaria Justina Road (Academia GRASP) como propiedad excedente
• Acuerdo de arrendamiento con la Fundación Familia Carroll en la antigua Escuela Secundaria Charger Academy
• Aprobación de los calendarios distritales para los años escolares 2027-2028 y 2028-2029
• Aprobación de múltiples compras de currículo, incluido Benchmark Advance FL, McGraw-Hill StudySync FL y Carnegie Learning

The board approved the June 2 agenda as amended, removing an employee termination item and adding attachments to construction contracts. Minutes from five prior meetings were approved unanimously. The consent agenda, approved 7-0, included numerous operational items such as construction contracts for Spring Park and Venetia elementary schools, employee transactions, and district administrator reappointments. Vice-Chairman Carney pulled item #17 (PowerSchool Performance Matters) for discussion, but no separate vote on that item was recorded.

• Approved June 2 agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 12, 13, 19, 20, and 27 meetings (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including construction management continuing services contract (RFQ 13-26/DB) (7-0)
• Approved contract for construction of new K-5 Spring Park Elementary (ITB 16-26/LM) (7-0)
• Approved design services contract for new Venetia Elementary (RFQ 06-22/TW) (7-0)
• Updated employee transactions and reappointed district administrators (consent agenda)
• Removed employee termination item for Keith Johnson from agenda (unanimous)
• Introduced new principals for Stilwell Military Academy, Fletcher Middle, Duval Virtual, Mayport Elementary, and Samuel Wolfson (no vote)

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El Comité de Revisión del Manual de Políticas discutirá revisiones a 12 políticas de la junta, incluyendo equidad, materiales impugnados, asignación de estudiantes, límites de asistencia, planificación de instalaciones, cierres escolares, denominación, asamblea estudiantil, actividades políticas de empleados, publicidad, y una nueva política sobre evaluación del asesor legal general de la junta. No hay votaciones programadas; esta es una reunión solo de discusión.

• BOARD POLICY 1.22 - POLÍTICA DE EQUIDAD
• BOARD POLICY 4.30 - MATERIALES IMPUGNADOS
• BOARD POLICY 5.20 - ASIGNACIÓN DE ESTUDIANTES
• BOARD POLICY 5.44 - LÍMITES DE ASISTENCIA ESCOLAR
• BOARD POLICY 8.53 - PROCESO DE REVISIÓN DEL IMPACTO DE CIERRE Y CONSOLIDACIÓN

The Duval County School Board's Policy Handbook Review Committee met to discuss revisions to 12 board policies, including equity, challenged materials, student assignment, and political activities. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was purely deliberative, with board members requesting further feedback and revisions to be brought back.

• No formal actions or votes taken during the meeting
• Majority of board members agreed in discussion to add a community member to the challenged materials committee
• Board will decide on challenged books when fewer than 7 copies exist, per committee discussion

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El Subcomité de Políticas de Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria discutirá la Política de la Junta 5.46 sobre escuelas y programas magnet. Este es el único elemento sustantivo en la agenda, y no se programan votaciones ni decisiones.

• Discusión de la Política de la Junta 5.46 Escuelas y Programas Magnet

The Academic and Community Excellence Subcommittee met to review proposed revisions to Board Policy 5.46 regarding Magnet and Choice Programs. Staff presented a draft policy titled 'Programming and Choice Opportunities' that aims to clarify district offerings and streamline administrative procedures. The discussion focused on defining program types, updating admissions criteria, and improving community engagement.

• Discussed proposed policy revisions for Magnet and Choice Programs
• Reviewed draft policy titled 'Programming and Choice Opportunities'
• Addressed barriers in current policy and feedback from May 2026 review
• Clarified definitions for magnet, choice, and dedicated magnet programs
• Discussed updates to special transfer and controlled open enrollment procedures
• Considered changes to administrative procedures and community engagement

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El Duval County Public Schools Sales-Surtax Oversight Committee se reunirá para discutir actualizaciones de operaciones y finanzas, revisar y aprobar el informe anual de 2025, y establecer fechas de reuniones propuestas para 2026-2027. También se escucharán comentarios públicos.

• Aprobación de las ediciones finales del informe anual de 2025
• Actualización de operaciones del Director de Operaciones Jim Culbert
• Actualización financiera del Director Financiero Ron Fagan
• Discusión sobre la rendición de cuentas y el estado de las escuelas charter
• Fechas de reuniones propuestas para 2026-2027 para su aprobación

The Sales Surtax Oversight Committee unanimously approved the 2026-2027 meeting calendar and set an interim meeting for June 17, 2026, to finalize the 2025 annual report. The committee also approved a subcommittee to review the report before that date.

• Approved 2026-2027 meeting dates (13-0)
• Approved interim meeting on June 17, 2026 (13-0)
• Approved forming subcommittee to finalize annual report edits (13-0)
• Approved changing interim meeting date to June 23, 2027 (13-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (13-0)
• Approved February 18, 2026, meeting minutes (13-0)

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Esta es una reunión procedimental del Comité de Orden del Día del Distrito Escolar Público del Condado Duval. El único ítem es una revisión del borrador del orden del día para la reunión del 2 de junio de 2026. No se programan decisiones sustanciales ni discusiones.

• Revisión del borrador del orden del día para la reunión del 2 de junio de 2026

The Duval County School Board approved multiple contracts for technology systems, security services, and facility renovations, including a $11 million savings on the Duncan Fletcher High School project. The meeting also covered agenda items for future discussion.

• Approved purchase of Instructure (Canvas) learning management system
• Approved purchase of PowerSchool registration and management system
• Approved purchase of McGraw Hill Active Learn platform
• Approved purchase of Benchmark Advance ELA curriculum
• Approved purchase of Masteryprep reading program
• Approved purchase of Insignia library management system
• Approved agreement with Ascended Intelligence, Inc.
• Approved agreement with Communications Technologies, Inc. for security services

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Esta reunión del Subcomité de Políticas de Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria discutirá cinco Políticas de la Junta: 8.50 (Planificación de Instalaciones y Revisión de Inscripciones), 8.51 (Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria), 8.53 (Revisión de Impacto de Consolidación), 8.59 (Denominación o Cambio de Nombre de Escuelas), y 5.456 (Escuelas y Programas Magnet). No se enumeran votos ni decisiones; solo discusión.

• Política de la Junta 8.50, Planificación de Instalaciones y Revisión de Inscripciones
• Política de la Junta 8.51, Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria
• Política de la Junta 8.53, Revisión de Impacto de Consolidación
• Política de la Junta 8.59, Denominación o Cambio de Nombre de Escuelas
• Política de la Junta 5.456, Escuelas y Programas Magnet

The Academic and Community Excellence Subcommittee discussed proposed changes to Board Policies 8.50, 8.51, 8.53, and 8.59 regarding facilities, academic excellence, consolidation, and school naming. The committee also reviewed Board Policy 5.46 on magnet schools and programs, focusing on enrollment equity and program stability. No formal votes were recorded.

• Discussed Board Policy 8.50 (Facilities Planning) changes
• Discussed Board Policy 8.51 (Academic and Community Excellence) transfer
• Discussed Board Policy 8.53 (Consolidation Impact Review) transfer
• Discussed Board Policy 8.59 (School Naming) changes and process
• Discussed Board Policy 5.46 (Magnet Schools) and enrollment equity
• No formal votes recorded

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La Junta de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Duval llevará a cabo un taller para discutir varias actualizaciones administrativas. La reunión se centra en revisar el código de conducta estudiantil y la planificación de instalaciones del distrito.

• Código de Conducta Estudiantil
• Actualización del Plan Maestro de Instalaciones (MFP)
• Actualización del Plan Estratégico sobre colaboraciones comunitarias y desarrollo de fundaciones
• Gobernanza

The Board held a workshop to review proposed updates to the Student Code of Conduct, the Master Facility Plan, and foundation development. No substantive policy changes or contracts were voted on during this session.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:03 p.m. (6-0)

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La Junta Escolar del Condado Duval llevará a cabo audiencias públicas y votaciones sobre varios temas importantes, incluyendo el cambio de horarios de inicio escolar, la adopción del programa de trabajo de instalaciones de cinco años y la aprobación del plan de estudios intensivo de lectura para escuelas intermedias. La agenda de consentimiento incluye renovaciones de cartas para cinco escuelas, un intercambio de terrenos con la ciudad, la venta de propiedades excedentes y la aprobación de tablas salariales para el personal de mantenimiento y seguridad. La junta también considerará suspensiones y despidos de empleados.

• Audiencia pública y votación para cambiar los horarios de inicio escolar
• Audiencia pública y votación para adoptar el programa de trabajo de instalaciones de cinco años (2025/2026–2030/2031)
• Aprobación de contratos de renovación de cartas para Biscayne High, Duval Charter at Westside, KIPP Jacksonville K-12, San Jose Preparatory y Becoming Collegiate Academy
• Acuerdo de intercambio de terrenos con la Ciudad de Jacksonville por terrenos en Spring Park Elementary y St. Nicholas Park
• Adjudicación del contrato de construcción para la nueva Pickett Elementary School (prototipo K-5)

The School Board approved the meeting agenda with several amendments, including the addition of a student hero recognition. Several items regarding board resolutions, staffing qualifications, and custodial services were pulled for discussion. The meeting included numerous presentations and proclamations honoring students and teachers.

• Approved May 5, 2026, agenda as amended (7-0)

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El Subcomité de Política de Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Duval se reunirá para discutir la Política de la Junta 5.44, que rige los límites de asistencia escolar. No hay otros puntos en la agenda además de la apertura y el cierre de la sesión.

• Discusión de la Política de la Junta 5.44 sobre los límites de asistencia escolar

The Academic and Community Excellence Policy Subcommittee discussed proposed changes to Board Policy 5.44 regarding school attendance boundaries. No vote was taken during the meeting; the policy will be moved to the May agenda for a Board vote.

• Tabled vote on Board Policy 5.44 (School Attendance Boundaries) to the May agenda

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El Comité Asesor de Auditoría se reunirá en una sesión rutinaria para aprobar actas anteriores, escuchar comentarios públicos, recibir una actualización del presupuesto de finanzas y revisar informes de estado de la auditoría interna y del auditor interno. No se enumeran decisiones o propuestas importantes más allá de los elementos de supervisión estándar.

• Actualización del presupuesto de finanzas por el CFO Ronald Fagan
• Actualización del estado de IBA e IA por Melvin Dodson
• Resultados de la reunión del subcomité
• Discusiones de reanudación de gobernanza

The Duval County Public Schools Audit Advisory Committee met on April 23, 2026, but lacked a quorum, so no votes or decisions occurred. Members only discussed topics including internal audits, financial updates, and auditor selection. The committee adjourned without taking any formal action.

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El Subcomité de Políticas de Excelencia Académica y Comunitaria (ACE) discutirá la Política de la Junta 5.44, School Attendance Boundaries. Este es el único tema sustantivo en la agenda; la reunión consiste por lo demás en elementos de procedimiento.

• Discusión de la Política de la Junta 5.44, School Attendance Boundaries

The subcommittee reviewed proposed changes to Board Policy 5.44 to include school closures and consolidation alongside attendance boundaries. No formal votes were taken on the policy revisions; the session consisted of discussion regarding community engagement, capacity KPIs, and the decision-making process.

• Approved participation of Vice-Chairman April A. Carney via interactive video/telephone (3-0)

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El Comité de Revisión del Manual de Políticas del Consejo Escolar del Condado Duval se reunirá para discutir tres políticas existentes del consejo: 2.12 (Orientación de los Miembros del Consejo), 2.26 (Protocolo y Formato de las Reuniones del Consejo) y 5.27 (Asamblea Estudiantil). No están programados votos finales o decisiones; esta es una sesión de trabajo solo para discusión para considerar posibles revisiones.

• Aprobación de la participación de los miembros del consejo mediante sistemas de video/telefonía interactivos
• Discusión de la Política del Consejo 2.12, Orientación de los Miembros del Consejo
• Discusión de la Política del Consejo 2.26, Protocolo y Formato de las Reuniones del Consejo
• Discusión de la Política del Consejo 5.27, Asamblea Estudiantil

The Policy Handbook Review Committee approved remote participation for Vice-Chairman Carney (6-0). Members discussed revisions to Board Policy 5.27 on student assembly, agreeing to add parental notification and safety measures, and will bring the updated policy back for review in May. No final votes were taken on policies 2.12 (orientation) or 2.26 (meeting protocol).

• Approved Vice-Chairman Carney’s remote participation via interactive video/telephone (6-0)
• Tabled revision of Board Policy 5.27 (student assembly) with direction to add parental notification and safety measures; policy to return in May
• Discussed but took no action on Board Policy 2.12 (orientation of board members)
• Discussed but took no action on Board Policy 2.26 (board meeting protocol and format)

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La Junta Escolar del Condado Duval llevará a cabo un taller para discutir actualizaciones sobre los horarios de inicio escolar, el plan estratégico para reclutamiento y retención de maestros, programas Título I y asuntos de gobernanza. No se programan votaciones formales; los temas son solo para discusión.

• Actualización de horarios de inicio escolar
• Strategic Plan update: Recruit, Develop & Retain Excellent Teachers & Workforce
• Actualización de Título I
• Discusión de gobernanza

The Duval County School Board convened a workshop to discuss three topics: school start times and HB733 compliance, a strategic plan update on teacher recruitment and retention, and a Title I program overview. No formal votes were taken on these items; only presentations and discussion occurred. The board also designated representatives for FSBA advocacy and board of directors positions.

• Appointed Anthony Ricardo as FSBA Advocacy Representative and Melody A. Bolduc as alternate
• Appointed Reginald Blount as FSBA Board of Directors Representative and Melody A. Bolduc as alternate
• Motion to adjourn passed 6-0

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Esta es una reunión procedimental del Comité de Orden del Día del Distrito Escolar Público del Condado de Duval. El único tema sustancial es una revisión del borrador del orden del día para la reunión del consejo del 5 de mayo de 2026. No se están debatiendo decisiones, contratos ni cambios de políticas.

• Revisión del borrador del orden del día para la reunión regular del consejo del 5 de mayo de 2026

The Duval County School Board's Agenda Committee met to review draft agenda items for the May 5, 2026, regular meeting. Discussions covered charter school renewals, contract amendments, salary schedules, facility plans, and school start times, but no votes or official decisions were made on any item. The only vote was to adjourn the meeting, which passed 6-0.

• No substantive decisions were made during this agenda committee meeting

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La Junta Escolar del Condado de Duval celebrará una reunión especial el 15 de abril de 2026 para audiencias de expulsión de estudiantes. La agenda incluye dos casos de expulsión identificados por los números de caso de la oficina de audiencias L.W. 25256-004 y A.R. 2526-005. La junta deliberará y decidirá sobre la acción disciplinaria para cada estudiante.

• Audiencia de expulsión para el estudiante L.W., caso #25256-004
• Audiencia de expulsión para el estudiante A.R., caso #2526-005
• La reunión es una sesión especial centrada únicamente en audiencias de expulsión
• No hay otros asuntos en la agenda

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Esta es una reunión especial de la junta de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Duval. El único tema sustancial de la agenda es una discusión sobre seguridad y protección. No se enumeran más detalles ni propuestas específicas en la agenda.

• Discusión sobre seguridad y protección (sin detalles específicos proporcionados)

The Duval County School Board met April 9, 2026, for a special meeting. The only substantive action was a 6-0 vote to adjourn after a closed session on safety and security (under Florida Statute 286.0113). No decisions, approvals, or policy changes were made.

• Adjourned special meeting (6-0)

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Esta es una reunión conjunta de la Junta Escolar del Condado de Duval y el Concejo Municipal de Jacksonville. El único punto sustancial de la agenda es una discusión sobre temas amplios que afectan a la ciudad, incluyendo crecimiento, financiamiento, calidad de vida y trabajo dentro de Jacksonville. La reunión también incluye un período de comentarios públicos y clausura. No se enumeran propuestas, votaciones ni montos en dólares específicos.

• Discusión de temas que impactan el crecimiento, financiamiento, calidad de vida y trabajo dentro de la Ciudad de Jacksonville
• Período de comentarios públicos

The joint meeting consisted of presentations and updates regarding career technical education, pedestrian safety, and capital improvement projects. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the session.

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La Junta Escolar del Condado Duval llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y una votación sobre la adopción de libros de texto de Artes del Lenguaje Inglés K-12, Idiomas del Mundo y Finanzas Personales. La agenda de consentimiento incluye aprobaciones de contratos, acciones de personal (suspensiones, terminaciones), resoluciones presupuestarias y artículos de instalaciones/bienes raíces. También están programados reconocimientos y proclamaciones.

• Audiencia pública y votación sobre la adopción de materiales de libros de texto de Artes del Lenguaje Inglés K-12, Idiomas del Mundo y Finanzas Personales
• Aprobación del calendario del distrito 2026-2027
• Suspensiones de empleados sin salario para Derick Cross, Joseph Fennell, Stephanie Timmermans; terminaciones para Cartonya Badger, Carlos Brice, Amari Butler, Yvette Johnson, Briana Walsh-Neeld
• Adopción de resoluciones presupuestarias para febrero de 2026 y estados financieros mensuales para enero de 2026
• Acuerdo de licencia de bienes raíces en King Street Maintenance con Kiewit Infrastructure South Co. para el Proyecto de Restauración de McCoys Creek de la Ciudad de Jacksonville

The Duval County School Board approved the April 7, 2026, agenda as amended, including adding a software contract item and removing two employee discipline items. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made beyond routine procedural approvals. The meeting primarily featured recognitions, presentations, and reports.

• Approved the April 7, 2026, agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 3, 10, 24, and 25 meetings (7-0)

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The Audit Advisory Subcommittee will meet on April 6, 2026. The committee will consider selecting an external auditor and an auditor for internal accounts. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as calling the meeting to order and adjourning.

• Call Meeting to Order (Sign-In) – Jack Meeks, AAC Member
• External Auditor Selection & Auditor Selection for Internal Accounts – Ron Fagan, CFO
• Adjournment – Jack Meeks, AAC Member

The subcommittee discussed whether to use external auditors or internal staff for the 2026 school internal accounts audit. A proposal is being created for an additional services amendment to have MSL perform the 2026 internal school accounts audit.

• Proposed creating an additional services amendment for MSL to do 2026 internal school accounts

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The Duval County Public Schools Policy Handbook Review Committee will discuss five board policies regarding tobacco-free environments, artificial intelligence use, board member orientation, meeting protocols, and student assemblies. The meeting is scheduled for March 25, 2026.

• Review of Board Policy 6.37 (Tobacco-Free Environment)
• Review of new Board Policy 1.60 (Artificial Intelligence Responsible Use)
• Review of Board Policy 2.12 (Orientation of Board Members)
• Review of Board Policy 2.26 (Board Meeting Protocol and Format)
• Review of Board Policy 5.27 (Student Assembly)

The Policy Handbook Review Committee met to discuss proposed changes to several district policies. Discussions included updates to tobacco-free environment rules, the creation of an artificial intelligence policy, board member orientation, meeting protocols, and student assembly procedures.

• Discussed Board Policy 6.37 regarding tobacco-free environments
• Discussed new Policy 1.60 for Artificial Intelligence responsible use
• Discussed Board Policy 2.12 regarding orientation of board members
• Discussed Board Policy 2.26 regarding board meeting protocol and format
• Discussed Board Policy 5.27 regarding student assembly

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The Duval County Public Schools Board will hold a workshop to discuss accountability updates, governance, and the process for selling district property.

• Accountability update
• Sale of district property process
• Governance

The School Board conducted a workshop to discuss school grading components and the process for selling district property. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 1:01 p.m. (7-0)

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This is a procedural Agenda Committee meeting of the Duval County School Board. The only item is a review of the draft agenda for the upcoming April 7, 2026 regular meeting. No votes or substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Review of draft agenda for the April 7, 2026 school board meeting

The Agenda Committee met to review various items for discussion, including grant staff augmentation, the 2026-2027 school calendar, and budget resolutions. No substantive votes or final decisions were recorded during this committee meeting.

• Adjourned the meeting at 10:36 a.m. (7-0)

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The Duval County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss updates on the 'Be Safe. Be Seen.' program, the strategic plan for operational efficiency, student support services related to attendance and discipline, and governance matters. No actions or votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information only.

• Update on 'Be Safe. Be Seen.' safety program
• Strategic Plan Update: Improve Operational Efficiency & Financial Responsibility
• Student Support Services: Attendance & Discipline
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board met on March 10, 2026 for a workshop and heard updates on the Be Safe, Be Seen traffic‑safety initiative, the district strategic plan, and student attendance and discipline metrics. Board members made several requests, including invitations to Youth Traffic Safety Steering Committee meetings, review of large contracts by the Audit Advisory Committee, and additional data on property status, student yields, and school lottery wait‑lists. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

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The Board will discuss and vote on a resolution regarding the continuation of current one mill ad valorem taxes. The meeting includes decisions on charter contract renewals, real estate sales, and revisions to board policies.

• Resolution to ask voters to approve the continuation of current one mill ad valorem taxes
• Sale of former Kings Trail Elementary School at 7401 Old Kings Road South and former Annie R. Morgan Elementary School at 964 St. Clair Street
• Declaration of Hidden Oaks Elementary School (6127 Cedar Hills Blvd) and George Washington Carver Elementary School (2854 West 45th Street) as surplus property
• Purchase of an additional 5.0 acre property at 1095 US Highway 90 West, Baldwin, Florida
• Public hearings and votes on revisions to Chapter 4 and Chapter 5 Board Policies

The Duval County School Board approved the March 3 agenda unanimously (7‑0). The board gave consent with comments to amendment requests for the Mandarin, Southside, and Flagger Center charter contracts. It also approved the purchase and sale agreement for the former Kings Trail Elementary School surplus property. Other items were pulled for discussion and not decided.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0 vote)
• Consent with comments for Mandarin Charter contract amendment
• Consent with comments for Southside Charter contract amendment
• Consent with comments for Flagger Center Charter contract amendment
• Consent with comments for sale of surplus property – former Kings Trail Elementary School

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The Audit Advisory Committee will meet to approve the agenda and the December 18, 2025 minutes, hear public comments, and consider a one‑mill discussion and a finance budget update. Additional agenda items include a review of a homeschooling article, status updates on IBA & IA, and governance matters such as bringing back discussions. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• One‑Mill Discussion – presentation by Arwen Fitzgerald, Chief of Communications
• Finance Budget Update – presentation by Ronald Fagan, CFO
• Article Review: Home Schooling – The Unbundling – presented by Mr. Meeks
• IBA & IA Status Update – presented by Melvin Dodson
• Governance: Bring Back Discussions – presented by Melvin Dodson

The committee voted 6-0 to approve the February 19, 2026 agenda. It also voted 6-0 to approve the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 3:29 p.m.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved December 18, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

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The Duval County School Board's Policy Subcommittee will discuss Board Policy 5.44 regarding school attendance boundaries. No vote or decision is scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion of Board Policy 5.44 School Attendance Boundaries

The subcommittee reviewed and discussed revisions to Board Policy 5.44 on school attendance boundaries, including structural changes, utilization thresholds, and a hold‑harmless period. Various suggestions and concerns were raised, but the minutes record no motions, votes, or formal approvals. The meeting adjourned at 2:28 p.m.

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The Duval County Public Schools Sales Surtax Oversight Committee is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes, hear public comments, and discuss the 2025 Annual Report Recommendations. The committee will also receive operations and finance updates from district staff.

• Approval of minutes from Sept 17, 2025 and Nov 19, 2025
• 2025 Annual Report Recommendations to be discussed
• Operations update from Chief Operating Officer Jim Culbert
• Finance update from Chief Financial Officer Ron Fagan

The Oversight Committee approved its agenda and the September and November 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted 16‑0 to postpone approval of the draft 2025 Annual Report, giving members one week to submit recommendations and scheduling final approval for the May 20, 2026 meeting. The meeting was extended by 15 minutes and then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (16-0)
• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (16-0)
• Approved November 19, 2025 minutes (16-0)
• Postponed approval of draft 2025 Annual Report, one‑week comment period, final vote May 20, 2026 (16-0)
• Extended meeting by 15 minutes (16-0)
• Adjourned meeting (16-0)

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The Duval County School Board holds a workshop to discuss four items: a quarterly safety and security update, a strategic plan update focused on student academic growth, a proposed policy on student assemblies, and governance matters. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Quarterly Safety & Security Update
• Strategic Plan Update: Advance Student Academic Growth & Achievement
• Policy 5.27 - Student Assembly
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board met on February 17, 2026, and discussed safety updates, the strategic plan, student assembly policy, and governance matters. No formal actions or approvals were taken on those topics. The only recorded decision was the motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting at 2:50 p.m. (5-0 vote)

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The Duval County Public Schools Board will review the draft agenda for the March 3, 2026 meeting. They will hear comments from elected officials and allow a public comment period. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Draft agenda review for March 3, 2026 meeting
• Comments from elected officials
• Public comment period
• Adjournment

The Duval County School Board met on February 17, 2026, with all members present except Board Member Ricardo. After discussing numerous agenda items, the board voted to adjourn the meeting at 12:07 p.m. The adjournment motion was passed unanimously, 6‑0.

• Adjourned meeting at 12:07 p.m. (6-0)

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The Duval County School Board will approve budget resolutions for December 2025, renew charter contracts for multiple schools, and authorize construction documents for turf field projects at Andrew Jackson, Ed White, and Fletcher High Schools.

• Approval of budget resolutions — December 2025
• Charter contract renewals for Becoming Collegiate Academy, Biscayne High School, and KIPP Jacksonville K-12
• Construction documents approval for turf field projects at Andrew Jackson, Ed White, and Fletcher High Schools
• Approval of agreement with Lift Jax, Inc.
• Approval of out-of-field teachers

The Duval County School Board approved the February 3, 2026 agenda with an amendment to award the contract for RFP #12-26/LM, a career and technical education mobile lab, by a 7‑0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from prior meetings and the consent agenda, moving items 10 and 11 to discussion, each by 7‑0. New board‑approved appointees were introduced: Susan Dixon and Angela Sunderland as assistant principals and Jason Snader as a district sports‑medicine supervisor.

• Approved agenda amendment to award contract for RFP #12-26/LM (CTE mobile lab) (7-0)
• Approved minutes from prior meetings (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda, moving items 10 and 11 to discussion (7-0)
• Appointed Susan Dixon as Assistant Principal, New Berlin Elementary
• Appointed Angela Sunderland as Assistant Principal, Twin Lakes Academy Elementary
• Appointed Jason Snader as Supervisor, District Sports Medicine

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The Policy Handbook Review Committee will discuss three board policies: 4.30 (Challenged Materials with procedure), 5.42 (District Student Attendance Provisions), and 5.40 (Student Attendance Requirements). No votes or decisions are scheduled — this is a review discussion only.

• Review of Board Policy 4.30: Challenged Materials and corresponding procedure
• Review of Board Policy 5.42: District Student Attendance Provisions
• Review of Board Policy 5.40: Student Attendance Requirements

The Duval County School Board met on Jan. 21, 2026 to review several handbook policies. Members discussed updates to the challenged‑materials policy and attendance provisions, and introduced a new general‑counsel attorney. The board formally abolished Board Policy 5.40 Student Attendance Requirements.

• Board Policy 5.40 Student Attendance Requirements abolished

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The School Board's Agenda Committee will meet to review a draft agenda for the upcoming February 3, 2026, regular meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is limited to procedural agenda review.

• Review of draft agenda for the February 3, 2026, School Board meeting

All board members were present except Darryl D. Willie. The board discussed several contracts, charter renewals, budget items, and program proposals, but no votes or approvals were recorded for those items. The only formal action taken was the motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:05 a.m.

• Adjourned meeting at 10:05 a.m. (6-0)

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The Duval County School Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Schools of Hope initiative and the strategic plan focused on safe learning and workspace environments.

• Schools of Hope initiative
• Strategic plan for safe learning
• Governance discussion

The Duval County School Board discussed updates on Schools of Hope and a strategic safety plan, and noted upcoming rulemaking. The board formally designated members of Subcommittee on Board Policy 8.51. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Designated Subcommittee on Board Policy 8.51 members: Vice Chair April A. Carney, Board Member Cindy Pearson, Board Member Anthony Ricardo
• Adjourned meeting (passed 6-0)

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This is a special board meeting with only one agenda item: safety and security. No further details are provided in the agenda. The meeting will also include routine call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion of safety and security (no specifics provided)

The board voted to adjourn the special meeting at 12:08 p.m. The motion was made by Melody A. Bolduc, seconded by April A. Carney, and passed with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

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The Duval County School Board will approve budget resolutions for November 2025 and a series of construction management and design contracts for new elementary schools. The meeting also includes the approval of employee transactions and the adoption of the consent agenda.

• Adoption of budget resolutions — November 2025
• Approval of construction management at risk agreement for Hogan Spring Glen Elementary
• Approval of design services contract for Spring Park Elementary
• Approval of real estate agreements for Sheldon Drive at Edward H. White High School
• Approval of employee transactions and suspensions