Okaloosa County School Board — Regular Meeting, May 28, 2024 — reading text

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 Regular Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Training Room 6:00 p.m. Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance led by Dr. Diane Kelley *********************************************** NOTICE: This Board Meeting is being live-streamed for the convenience of the public at the video link above or at https://www.okaloosaschools.com/district/sb/meetings/2024 *********************************************** 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda as amended: Recognitions: Added item 3.4 Recognition of Rodric Cabrera, 2024 2A 199 lb. Weightlifting Traditional Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion; added item 3.5 Recognition of Ty Rounsaville, 2024 2A 154 lb. Weightlifting Olympic Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Agenda as amended: Recognitions: Added item 3.4 Recognition of Rodric Cabrera, 2024 2A 199 lb. Weightlifting Traditional Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion; added item 3.5 Recognition of Ty Rounsaville, 2024  2A 154 lb. Weightlifting Olympic Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Diane Kelley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Diane Kelley, Lamar White Not Present at Vote: Marti Gardner 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 (Workshop) Recognition of Fort Walton Beach Woman's Club, presented by Superintendent Chambers. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Recognition of Fort Walton Beach Woman's Club for their work in our secondary schools with the "Anti-Human Trafficking" Campaign. File Attachments FWB Womans Club.pdf (262 KB) 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.2 Children in Crisis Change for Children Campaign, presented by Kitty Johnson, Member of the Board of Directors, Children in Crisis. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Attending on behalf of Children in Crisis are Kitty Johnson and Mary Jane Ross, Members of the Board of Directors; and Kevin Maloney, President/CEO; Josh Bugby; Ann Cannon; Margie Zant, and Harriet Pope. Top Fundraisers in the "Change for Children Campaign” in the Okaloosa County Schools: High School: Choctawhatchee High School Principal, Michelle Heck; School Sponsor: Dee Dee Shank Middle School: Ruckel Middle School Principal, Joe Jannazo; School Sponsor: Angela Wargo Elementary School: Destin Elementary School Principal, Amy Meyer; School Sponsor: Aaron Telatovich Community School: Southside Primary School Principal, Debbie Haan; School Sponsors: Haley Dukes and Stephanie Hicks 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.3 Recognition of Brendan Giddings, 2024 3A 154 lb Weightlifting Olympic Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion, presented by Superintendent Chambers. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Recognition of Brendan Giddings, 2024 3A 154 lb Weightlifting Olympic Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion. Entering the year, one of Brendan’s primary goals was to return to the State weightlifting meet and surpass his previous performance. In 2023, his inaugural year in weightlifting, Brendan reached the state competition but didn't secure a placement. Nonetheless, he remained steadfast in his pursuit, diligently attending practice every day and assisting others along the journey. With each passing week, his skills improved noticeably. When the district championships arrived, Brendan emerged as the district champion. Subsequently, at regionals, he claimed the regional title, setting his sights on the ultimate prize: becoming the state champion. With two weeks of focused preparation, Brendan trained tirelessly with a singular goal in mind: winning the state championship. Finally, on April 19, 2024, the day arrived. Armed with determination and the fruits of his labor, Brendan clinched the State Championship, achieving a total weight of 510 pounds. This marked a remarkable improvement from his previous year's total of 395 pounds, showcasing a gain of 115 pounds within a year and culminating in a well-deserved victory—a testament to Brendan's unwavering dedication and hard work. Coaches: Sean Moorer Romeo Finley File Attachments Brendan Giddings - Weightlifting State Champ.pdf (285 KB) 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.4 Recognition of Rodric Cabrera, 2024 2A 199 lb. Weightlifting Traditional Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion, presented by Superintendent Chambers. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Rodric Cabrera won the 199-pound traditional title with a total of 670 pounds to edge runner-up Bobby Smith of Boynton Beach by five pounds. Coach Josh Pulliam File Attachments Roderic Cabrera - Weightlifting State Champ.pdf (283 KB) 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.5 Recognition of Ty Rounsaville, 2024 2A 154 lb. Weightlifting Olympic Division Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) State Champion, presented by Superintendent Chambers. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Ty Rounsaville won the 154-pound Olympic state title with a 525-pound total and narrowly missed out on a traditional title, finishing with a 615-pound total. Coach Josh Pulliam File Attachments Ty Rounsaville - Weightlifting State Champ.pdf (284 KB) 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.1 Appointment of Program Director, Maintenance, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Program Director, Maintenance. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the appointment of Robert McElroy to the position of Program Director, Maintenance. Motion by Diane Kelley, second by Marti Gardner. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Marti Gardner, Diane Kelley, Lamar White 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.2 Appointment of Program Director, Transportation, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Program Director, Transportation. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the appointment of Ryan Gore to the position of Program Director, Transportation. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Marti Gardner, Diane Kelley, Lamar White 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.3 Appointment of Program Director, Exceptional Student Education, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Program Director, Exceptional Student Education. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the appointment of Judy Peacock to the position of Program Director, Exceptional Student Education. Motion by Marti Gardner, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Marti Gardner, Diane Kelley, Lamar White 5. Public Comment - Agenda Items Only (Blue Card) Subject : 5.1 Members of the public desiring to address the School Board regarding Agenda items only - Form MIS 5241 Discussion of Agenda Items (Blue Card) Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Information 6. Committee and Staff Reports Subject : 6.1 In-County Travel paid for April 2024, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : May 28, 2024 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid during the month of April 2024. File Attachments In-County Travel Summary 05.28.2024.pdf (70 KB) 6. Committee and