In accordance with Maryland’s Open Meetings Act, General Provisions Article § 3-305(b), (9) the Board met in Closed Session on 3/10/21 at 7:32 p.m. via teleconference to receive an update on negotiations with the Frederick County Teachers Association (FCTA).
The March 24th Board meeting will be open for up to 10 people to provide in-person comment. Should you wish to attend, please send an email that includes your full name to: FCPSBoEmtg@fcps.org prior to the day of the Board meeting. Ten people will be allowed to provide in-person comment for up to three minutes each… five minutes if you are speaking on behalf of an organization.
Upon receipt, you will be sent a response indicating that either (1) you fall within the 10-person guidelines and are invited to attend with procedural instructions or (2) we have met th allowable attendance.
As the doors are now open for public comment, we will no longer be accepting emailed comments to be read during the meeting.
The Board welcomes and encourages public comment. With the exception of confidential and personnel related matters, and issues pending in appeals to a local or State Board, individuals may speak about matters relating to the school system. If individuals have specific concerns relating to the actions of staff members, such concerns may be communicated to the superintendent who will address the concern with the appropriate staff or if the concern is about the superintendent an individual may share that concern with the Board through written or private verbal communication. Public comment is not intended to be a question and answer platform with the Board. Generally, the Board will not respond to comments made.
If you are speaking as an individual you have up to 3 minutes and will be asked to complete your thoughts when the buzzer sounds. On behalf of an organization you have up to 5 minutes.
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
Student Video in Recognition of Youth Art Month
SUBMITTED BY:
Jonathan Kurtz
Academy for the Fine Arts Coordinator
Instrumental Music Instructor
Gov. Thomas Johnson High School
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9viqhV5ila4
PRESENTATION OF 1 BID CALENDAR ITEM
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff would like to inform the Board of Education of Frederick County of an upcoming bid solicitation for Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS).
RFP 21MISC12, FCPS Wellness and Fitness Services
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: The intent of this solicitation is to establish a list of qualified vendors for exercise classes and related programs during and after school as a part of our employee wellness program.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Shane Ryberg, Purchasing Agent
Donna Clabaugh, Senior Manager, Employee Benefits
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff would like to inform the Board of Education of Frederick County that Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) will be riding the above contract from Chesterfield County Public Schools.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This contract will be utilized by FCPS for the implementation of a digital mathematics tool for secondary schools throughout FCPS. The tool will be adaptive and allow for personalized experiences for the students.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Bill Meekins CPPB, CPPO, CSBO, CPCP, Purchasing Agent
Dr. Kevin Cuppett, Executive Director, Curriculum, Instruction and Innovation PreK-12
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff would like to inform the Board of Education of Frederick County that Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) will be riding the above contract from Sourcewell.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This contract will be utilized by FCPS for the purchase of workstations to be used at the Virtual School. These workstations are needed for the expansion of the Virtual School program.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Bill Meekins CPPB, CPPO, CSBO, CPCP, Purchasing Agent
Michael Watson, Principal, Virtual School
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff would like to inform the Board of Education of Frederick County that Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) will be riding the above contract from the State of Maryland.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This contract will be utilized by FCPS for the purchase of vans and suv’s for the FCPS non-bus fleet.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Bill Meekins CPPB, CPPO, CSBO, CPCP, Purchasing Agent
Robert Wilkinson, Director, Maintenance
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff would like to inform the Board of Education of Frederick County that Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) will be riding the above contract from the Choice Partners National Purchasing Cooperative.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This contract will be utilized by FCPS for the purchase of health room supplies and other related materials.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Shane Ryberg, Purchasing Agent
Jenifer Waters, Health Service Specialist
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff would like to inform the Board of Education of Frederick County that Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) will be riding the above contract from The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS).
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This contract will be utilized by FCPS for the purchase of health room materials, janitorial products and other related materials.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Shane Ryberg, Purchasing Agent
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff would like to provide the Board of Education of Frederick County with an update for two roof replacement projects being performed utilizing the Omnia Partners contract.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: At the August 5, 2020 Board meeting, staff informed the Board of Education of the intent of FCPS Capital Programs Department to utilize the Omnia Partners PW1925, Roofing Supplies and Services, Waterproofing and Related Products and Services contract for the roof replacement projects at Ballenger Creek Middle and Heather Ridge Schools.
Garland/DBS, Inc., the awarded vendor, under this contract provides a turnkey solution for roof replacements that begins with the assessment and analysis, then moves to design, bidding, construction and closeout.
Garland has just completed the bidding process of these roof replacements projects and will be awarding both projects to the apparent low bidder, Cole Roofing Company, Inc. as follows:
Heather Ridge Roof Replacement
Cole Roofing Company, Inc. - $1,036,996
Raintree Services, Inc. - $1,134,866
CitiRoof Corporation - $1,259,642
Simpson Unlimited, Inc. - $1,381,167
Simpson of Maryland, Inc. - $1,568,609
Flynn Mid-Atlantic - $1,599,465
Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc. - $1,897,844
Ballenger Creek Middle School Roof Replacement
Cole Roofing Company, Inc. - $619,944
Flynn Mid-Atlantic - $700,901
Raintree Services, Inc. - $718,524
Simpson Unlimited, Inc. - $768,592
CitiRoof Corporation - $770,090
Simpson of Maryland, Inc. - $800,711
Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc. - $1,000,645
It is anticipated that construction will commence on or around June 24, 2021, with completion achieved by August 10, 2021 for both projects.
The source of funding for these projects is the FY21 Approved Capital Improvement Projects Budget.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Kim Miskell, CSBO, Assistant Purchasing Manager
Brian Staiger, Senior Project Manager, Construction Management
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached proposal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is to establish a contract for professional auditing services for Frederick County Public Schools. Frederick County Government governing board plans to approve their recommendation on March 16, 2021. Frederick Community College governing board plans to approve their recommendation on March 17 2021. Each contract will be to audit their financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2021, June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2023, with the option of auditing their financial statements for each of the three subsequent fiscal years.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Kim Miskell, CSBO, Assistant Purchasing Manager
Melissa Rollison, Financial Reporting Manager
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is to renew the contract for property and casualty insurance coverage for Frederick County Public Schools.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Kim Miskell, CSBO, Assistant Purchasing Manager
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached list and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is for the approval of the list of furniture and equipment to be purchased for the Oakdale Middle School Addition.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Kim Miskell, CSBO, Assistant Purchasing Manager
Daniel Lippy, Ed.D., Director, School Management & Charter Schools, SASA
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is to renew the contract for the purchase of furniture and equipment to accommodate replacement needs, new student growth and new/renovation school projects.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Kim Miskell, CSBO, Assistant Purchasing Manager
Mark Pritts, Director of Elementary Schools, System Accountability & School Administration
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is to renew the contract for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of elevator and lift equipment throughout Frederick County Public Schools.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Shane Ryberg, Purchasing Agent
Randy Connatser, Project Manager IV
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is to renew the contract for the supply of natural gas to be used throughout Frederick County Public Schools.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Shane Ryberg, Purchasing Agent
Travis Tracey, Sustainability Energy & Utility Manager
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is to renew the contract for the distribution and purchase of various food products to be utilized by the Food and Nutrition Services Department and other K-12 Public Agencies.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Shane Ryberg, Purchasing Agent
Robert Kelly, Director, Food and Nutrition Services
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff seeks approval of creation of an artificial turf project at Governor Thomas Johnson High School (GTJHS), Current Expense Amendment 4-21, and School Construction Budget Amendment 21-05.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
The GTJHS boosters began a fundraising campaign to support the installation of an artificial turf field almost a decade ago, but have been unable to raise enough funds to support the project. The Board discussed the turf field previously and asked staff to continue to look for opportunities to collaborate with the school and boosters to try and make the project feasible. Staff have collaborated and partnered with the school and boosters about ways to complete the project and have developed a solution that is executable.
The ability to complete the project is contingent on the approval of a current expense amendment and budget amendment, and staff is prepared to begin the project this summer. Staff is requesting to transfer $400,000 from Class 10 to Class 15 in Current Expense Amendment 4-21. The Class 10 utility savings will be used to fund this transfer. The Class 15 increase will be transferred to the Capital Budget. By approving this transfer, the Board will fund the installation of the athletic turf field at Governor Thomas Johnson High School. The $400,000, along with $200,000 raised by the community and a $50,000 grant from the state of Maryland, will be used to install the turf field.
Budget Amendment 21-05 recognizes revenue sources, that in aggregate, provides funding for the proposed Governor Thomas Johnson High School Artificial Turf field project. The budget amendment transfers $400,000 from the General Fund Operating Budget (in conjunction with the approval of Current Expense Amendment 4-21), acceptance of a $200,000 donation from the Governor Thomas Johnson School Athletic Boosters Club, and the execution of a State of Maryland Capital Projects Grant agreement in the amount of $50,000. Access to the State of Maryland Capital Projects Grant funding of $50,000, requires the project to be under contract by June 1, 2021.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Paul Lebo, Chief Operating Officer
Heather Jo Clabaugh, Budget Officer
Dawn Worrell, Accountant
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
Paul A. Lebo, Chief Operating Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: The Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Fund Investment Committee has reviewed and recommend the attached updated Investment Policy Statement for approval by the Board of Education (BOE) of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: The purpose of the Investment Policy Statement (IPS) is to set forth a clear understanding of the investment policy, guidelines and objectives for the Retiree Benefit Trust of Frederick County Public Schools (“Public Schools OPEB Trust”). This written IPS establishes the framework through which the appropriateness and suitability of the Public Schools OPEB Trust’s investments are evaluated.
Fiduciaries for the Trust include the Trustee, Investment Managers, and the Investment Consultant. The IPS assists the Trustee and Investment Committee in effectively supervising and monitoring the investments in the Public Schools OPEB Trust.
The Investment Committee and Trustee will review the IPS periodically to determine the continued feasibility of achieving the investment objectives and the appropriateness of this IPS for achieving those objectives. When updates are made, the IPS will be presented to the BOE for approval.
Please note that none of the recommended updates being presented at this time change the responsibilities or objectives of the Retiree Benefit Trust. Revisions and additions are intended to bring the document into alignment with best practices and provide further clarity.
Attachments:
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer and OPEB Trustee
SUBMITTED BY:
Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer and OPEB Trustee
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
Staff and representatives from Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) law enforcement partners will present an overview of the school safety and the School Resource Officer (SRO) program.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
FCPS has three law enforcement agencies that provide SRO coverage and staffing in schools, the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO), the Frederick Police Department (FPD), and the Brunswick Police Department (BPD). The coverage provided is an in-kind service and is not funded from the FCPS budget. The FCSO assigns a deputy to all high schools, except Brunswick, which is staffed by the BPD. The SROs also provide coverage to the associated feeder schools. The FPD supplements SRO coverage at schools in the city limits and assigns officers to middle and elementary schools to support adequate coverage of all FCPS buildings.
The FCSO SRO Supervisors will provide an overview of their program, the role of the SRO, the training that SROs receive, legislative requirements, and how they support the school community. FCPS administrators will also provide a perspective of the SRO program in schools.
PROCESS STATEMENT: N/A
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Lt. Jason Deater, Commander SROs, Frederick County Sheriff’s Office
Sgt. David Keefer, Supervisor SROs, Frederick County Sheriff’s Office
Lt. John "Steve" Corbett, Frederick Police Department
Chief Jason Lando, Frederick Police Department
Sgt. Rebecca Carrado, Frederick Police Department
Scott Blundell, Supervisor, Security and Emergency Management
Dan Lippy, Director of School Administration
Jeneen Beck, Achievement Specialist
SUBMITTED BY:
Paul A. Lebo, Chief Operating Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
To review progress measures and strategies for Aspirational Goal 2 of the Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) Board of Education Strategic Plan.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
FCPS initiated a Five-Year Strategic Plan in the 2016 school year. The plan contained five aspirational goals, 10 priorities (two per goal), and subsequent measurable goals. From 2016 to 2018, the Board reviewed past progress on the initial 30 measurable goals. Seeking to ensure that the measures aligned to the school system’s vision and inform fiscal priorities and needs, the Board revisited and discussed newly proposed measurable goals during a series of meetings in 2019. The Board approved 19 newly revised measures for Aspirational Goals 1-5 in August 2019. Baseline for the goals will be established based on this year’s data. Supporting data on strategies related to Goal 2 will also be shared.
PROCESS STATEMENT:
A cross-departmental Strategic Plan reporting workgroup was established to facilitate reporting on each goal. The System Accountability and School Administration (SASA) department collects data on strategic plan measures from various FCPS departments. The first year of baseline data will be presented across multiple Board meetings this school year.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Jennifer Bingman, Director, System Accountability and School Improvement
Timothy Thornburg, Director, Human Resources
SUBMITTED BY:
Dr. Jamie Aliveto, Ed. D., Executive Director, System Accountability and School Administration
Dr. Mike Markoe, Ed. D., Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
The Board of Education (Board) will hear updates on the following topics: Return to Play (RTP), Vaccinations, Term 4 Hybrid Implementation and Planning for the 2021-2022 school year.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
During the March 10, 2021 BOE meeting, the Board discussed having a reoccurring agenda item to address updates and developments regarding reopening and moving forward. Beginning with the March 24th BOE meeting, this topic has been added and will continue to be reflected on future agendas. The BoardDocs cover sheet will reflect the specific topics being discussed.
PROCESS STATEMENT:
Central office staff will share current status and updates related to reopening steps. Pertinent staff will share relevant information based on the specific topics addressed in each presentation. The Board will set general parameters for planning of the 2021-2022 school year.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Jamie Aliveto, Ed. D., Executive Director, System Accountability and School Administration
Daniel Lippy, Ed. D., Director, School Management
SUBMITTED BY:
Jamie Aliveto, Ed. D., Executive Director, System Accountability and School Administration
Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
During summer curriculum writing workshops, teachers and curriculum specialists review the existing curriculum and accompanying assessment data, as well as any changes to state or national curricular frameworks and content standards, to determine the need for additions or deletions. As a result of work completed by the end of this year’s workshops, new or substantially revised essential curricula are being proposed for a number of courses and grades. Per a request from the Board of Education at the September 21, 2016 meeting, the Curriculum, Instruction and Innovation (CII) staff presents curriculum changes and new courses to the Board prior to the summer work being completed.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
Curriculum revisions were presented to the Curriculum & Instruction Committee at the March 10, 2021 meeting. Staff recommends approval of the proposed revisions.
PROCESS STATEMENT:
Curriculum specialists and supervisors work closely with principals and classroom teachers to identify where revisions to courses are needed to address changes in state-mandated graduation requirements, underserved subgroups of FCPS’ diverse student population, and advances in the respective fields of study.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Colleen Bernard, Curriculum Specialist for Secondary Social Studies
Kim Day, Curriculum Specialist for Elementary Social Studies
Norm McGaughey, Coordinator of Career and Technical Education
Stacey Sisler, Curriculum Specialist for Secondary Mathematics
SUBMITTED BY:
Kevin Cuppett, Ed.D., Executive Director, Curriculum, Instruction and Innovation
Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
Curriculum development and program implementation are dynamic processes requiring continued refinement. As a result, new courses and pilot programs are proposed, implemented, and evaluated on a regular basis.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
Proposed pilot programs and new courses were presented to the Curriculum & Instruction Committee at the March 10, 2021 meeting. Staff recommends approval of the proposed pilot programs and new courses.
PROCESS STATEMENT:
Curriculum specialists and supervisors work closely with principals and classroom teachers to identify where new or replacement courses are needed to address changes in state-mandated graduation requirements, state mandated curriculum changes, legislative action, underserved subgroups of FCPS’ diverse student population, and advances in the respective fields of study.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Colleen Bernard, Curriculum Specialist for Secondary Social Studies
Kim Hirschmann, Curriculum Specialist for Secondary Visual and Performing Arts
Norm McGaughey, Coordinator of Career and Technical Education
SUBMITTED BY:
Kevin Cuppett, Ed.D., Executive Director of Curriculum Instruction and Innovation
Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
ACTION/CONSENT
PROCESS STATEMENT:
On October 21, 2020, the Policy Committee reviewed proposed changes to Policy 200 School Attendance Areas and Redistricting. The BoardDocs link of that discussion is found below:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BU7KLU5174CB
On November 11, 2020, Policy 200 was presented for the Board’s first reading. The Policy Committee recommended proceeding with the changes outlined in 200.3 “School Closing or Consolidation” sections C and D. In addition, the Policy Committee requested information for the Board related to criteria outlined in 200.3, section A. Paul Lebo, Chief Operating Officer, and Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer, provided information and responded to the Board’s questions. The Board recommended the Policy Committee review factors for consideration. The BoardDocs link of that discussion is found below:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BULLXN5845BF
On January 27, 2021, the Policy Committee reviewed proposed changes related to criteria outlined in 200.3, section A, as well as the key indicators draft document for consideration which was prepared by Mr. Lebo and Ms. Pellegrino. Below is the BoardDocs link to that Policy Committee meeting:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BVWKH851E80A
On March 10, 2021, Policy 200 was presented for the Board’s second reading, specifically language in 200.3, section A, as well as the document of key indicators of costs and capacity of schools. Mr. Lebo and Ms. Pellegrino responded to questions of the Board. Below is the BoardDocs link to that discussion:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BYBK4Z4E837B
Today Policy 200 is presented for the Board’s consent agenda approval. (backup1)
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Jamie Cannon, Chief of Staff and Legal Counsel
Paul Lebo, Chief Operating Officer
Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
Liz Barrett, David Bass and Brad Young, Board of Education Policy Committee
SUBMITTED BY:
Jamie Cannon, Chief of Staff and Legal Counsel
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
ACTION/CONSENT
PROCESS STATEMENT:
On September 23, 2020, the Policy Committee reviewed new Policy 516 on the topic of teaching controversial issues. The BoardDocs link of that discussion is found below:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BSUMRD5C56E8
On October 21, 2020, new Policy 516 was presented as a first reading by the Board of Education of Frederick County (Board). The BoardDocs link of that discussion is found below:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BTQNL4605641
On November 11, 2020, new Policy 516 was scheduled for the Board’s consent agenda approval; however, the item was pulled from the agenda and referred back to the Policy Committee to consider additional edits.
On January 27, 2021, the Policy Committee reviewed proposed changes to new Policy 516 and recommended an updated title: Teaching of Controversial Issues/Use of Historical Artifacts. The Policy Committee also requested the Board seek input from social studies teachers and students regarding instructional practices related to this topic. Below is the BoardDocs link to that Policy Committee meeting:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BVWKGS51D933
On March 10, 2021, new Policy 516 was presented for the Board’s second reading. New Regulation 500-40 was also attached for the Board’s review. Jamie Cannon, Chief of Staff and Legal Counsel, and Colleen Bernard, Secondary Social Studies Curriculum Specialist, provided background information on new Policy 516 and new Regulation 500-40 and responded to the Board’s questions. Jenny Ryan, West Frederick Middle School teacher; Jamie Hendi, Linganore High School teacher; Dominic Phillips-Moore, Frederick High School student; and Kristina Delos Reyes, Tuscarora High School student, provided input on related instructional practices and responded to the Board’s questions. The Board suggested additional edits and recommended placing Policy 516 on the next consent agenda. Below is the BoardDocs link to that discussion:
http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BXPM8259F13A
Today new Policy 516 is presented for the Board’s consent agenda approval. (backup1)
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Jamie Cannon, Chief of Staff and Legal Counsel
Colleen Bernard, Secondary Social Studies Curriculum Specialist
Liz Barrett, David Bass and Brad Young, Board of Education Policy Committee
SUBMITTED BY:
Jamie Cannon, Chief of Staff and Legal Counsel
The Board of Education meeting date for July 2021 was previously approved for July 7, 2021, which is the first Wednesday of the month. As Board meetings are scheduled on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, with exceptions occurring in August and November, the date needs to be changed to July 14, 2021.
The August meeting will be held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday. The August meeting dates were adjusted to allow for time-sensitive business items due to only one meeting in July. The second meeting in November will be held on the 4th Monday due to the Thanksgiving holiday break.
Only one meeting is scheduled during the months of July, December and April.
Board members are asked to approve the change in date for July 2021, which will align the calendar to the appropriate format.
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Board approval of the Quarterly Agenda.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: At the January 14, 2015 meeting the Board voted to adopt the new quarterly agenda process and instituted a new process for submitting requests for future agenda items. The request form is attached.
PROCESS STATEMENT: To provide quarterly agendas that will be posted on Board Docs at each Board meeting. This process will enable the public and staff to plan for upcoming Board meetings. The quarterly agenda is a dynamic document that will be revised as needed to accommodate time sensitive business items and items requested using the form adopted for the Board.
The April - June 2021 Quarterly Agenda is attached for board approval.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Mr. Young, Board President
SUBMITTED BY: Mr. Mason, Board President
In accordance with Maryland’s Open Meetings Act, General Provisions Article § 3-305(b), (7), (9) the Board will meet in Closed Session at 6:00 pm via teleconference to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice and to receive an update on negotiations with the Frederick County Teachers Association (FCTA).