Okaloosa County School Board — Workshop Meeting, January 12, 2026

Monday, January 12, 2026 Workshop Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Boardroom 9:00 a.m. *********************************************** 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/page/2026-school-board-meetings *********************************************** 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda as amended: Consent Agenda: Added item 7.27First Amendment to Grant Award Agreement Between Triumph Gulf Coast, Inc., and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, for the Health Academy of Northwest Florida Project #271. 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 Recognition of Dr. Lee Hale on the occasion of his retirement, presented by the Superintendent. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Recognition of Dr. Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, on the occasion of his retirement, for his 30 years of distinguished service, dedication, achievements, and leadership in Okaloosa County Schools. 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.1 Appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Northwood Elementary School, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Northwood Elementary School. Public Content 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 : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.1 State of Florida State Board of Administration - Local Government Surplus Funds Trust Fund (Florida PRIME) - (An External Investment Pool) - For the Fiscal Years Ended June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2024 - Financial Audit-Report No. 2026-050 November 2025 Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content The Auditor General of the State of Florida has issued Report No. 2026-050 November 2025, State of Florida, State Board of Administration, Local Government Surplus Funds Trust Fund (Florida Prime) (An External Investment Pool) Financial Audit for the Fiscal Years Ended June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2024. The Auditor General requests that this report be presented to the School Board at its next meeting and that it be filed as a part of the public records of the School Board. File Attachments State of Florida State Board of Administration Local Government Surplus Funds Trust Fund-Florida Prime- 2026-050.pdf (609 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.2 In-County Travel paid for November 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for November 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments In-County Travel Summary 01.12.2026.pdf (71 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.3 Out of County Travel paid for November 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content Out of County Travel paid for November 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments Out-of-County Travel Summary 01.12.2026.pdf (60 KB) 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Student Disciplinary Hearing of December 8, 2025; Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of December 8, 2025; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 8, 2025, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Student Disciplinary Hearing of December 8, 2025; Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of December 8, 2025; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 8, 2025. File Attachments 12-8-2025 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (166 KB) 12-8-2025 Meeting - DRAFT.pdf (175 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.3 Appropriation of District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Edwins Elementary School for signage in the amount of $2,713.98, presented by Parker Destin and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,713.98 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Edwins  Elementary School for signage in the amount of $2,713.98. Public Content District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Edwins Elementary School for signage in the amount of $2,713.98. File Attachments Edwins - Signage.pdf (208 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.4 Appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Elliott Point Elementary School for a walk gate in the amount of $1,400.00, presented by Tim Bryant and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $1,400.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Elliott Point Elementary School for a walk gate in the amount of $1,400.00. Public Content District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Elliott Point Elementary School for a walk gate in the amount of $1,400.00. File Attachments Elliott Point - Gate.pdf (637 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.5 Appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Ruckel Middle School for landscaping in the amount of $7,940.00, presented by Brett Hinely and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $7,940.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Ruckel Middle School for landscaping in the amount of $7,940.00. Public Content District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Ruckel Middle School for landscaping in the amount of $7,940.00. File Attachments Ruckel Landscaping Quote.pdf (128 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.6 Appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Edge Elementary School for a ClearTouch Panel in the amount of $6,568.92, presented by Brett Hinely and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $6,568.92 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Edge Elementary School for a ClearTouch Panel in the amount of $6,568.92. Public Content District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Edge Elementary School for a ClearTouch Panel in the amount of $6,568.92. File Attachments Edge ClearTouch.pdf (470 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.7 Appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Plew Elementary School for ClearTouch Panels in the amount of $14,823.02, presented by Brett Hinely and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $14,823.02 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Plew Elementary School for ClearTouch Panels in the amount of $14,823.02. Public Content District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Plew Elementary School for ClearTouch Panels in the amount of $14,823.02. File Attachments Plew ClearTouch.pdf (503 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.8 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for consideration and approval of Resolution 26-01 adopting a school closure plan for Longwood Elementary School; Resolution 26-02 adopting a school closure plan for Mary Esther Elementary School at the end of the 2025-2026 school year; and to provide for the surplus and disposal of real property, presented by John Spolski, Assistant Superintendent, MIS/Community Relations, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the request to advertise a Public Hearing for consideration and approval of Resolution 26-01 adopting a school closure plan for Longwood Elementary School; Resolution 26-02 adopting a school closure plan for Mary Esther Elementary School at the end of the 2025-2026 school year; and to provide for the surplus and disposal of real property. Public Content A Public Hearing will be advertised to receive public input on the proposed closure plan for Longwood Elementary School and Mary Esther Elementary School at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. For additional information, please contact John Spolski at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments Resolution 26-01 Longwood Elementary.pdf (156 KB) Resolution 26-02 Mary Esther Elementary School.pdf (160 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.9 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for consideration and approval of Resolution 26-03 and the proposed rezoning of student attendance areas for those students currently zoned to attend Mary Esther Elementary School, and Longwood Elementary School, and to establish a new student attendance zone for students who will be attending Edwins Elementary School, Elliott Point Elementary School, Florosa Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School, Shalimar Elementary School, and Wright Elementary School to be effective at the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year, presented by John Spolski, Assistant Superintendent,  MIS/Community Relations, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the request to advertise a Public Hearing for consideration and approval of Resolution 26-03 and the proposed rezoning of student attendance areas for those students currently zoned to attend Mary Esther Elementary School, and Longwood Elementary School, and to establish a new student attendance zone for students who will be attending Edwins Elementary School, Elliott Point Elementary School, Florosa Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School, Shalimar Elementary School, and Wright Elementary School to be effective at the beginning of the 2026- 2027 school year, Public Content A Public Hearing will be advertised to receive public input on the proposed rezoning of student attendance areas for those students currently zoned to attend Mary Esther Elementary School, and Longwood Elementary School, and to establish a new student attendance zone for students who will be attending Edwins Elementary School, Elliott Point Elementary School, Florosa Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School, Shalimar Elementary School, and Wright Elementary School to be effective at the beginning of the 2026- 2027 school year. For additional information, please contact John Spolski at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments Resolution 26-03 Rezoning South Okaloosa County.pdf (457 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.10 Budget Amendment #3 - Fiscal Year 2025-2026, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $1,788,368.20 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Various - See Attached Budget Amendment Recommended Action : Motion to approve Budget Amendment #3 - Fiscal Year 2025- 2026. Public Content On September 8, 2025, the School Board adopted the budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. As the fiscal year progresses, we ask the School Board to amend the budget to more accurately reflect estimated revenues and appropriations. The amendments are results of various factors including: increases or decreases in estimated revenues to more accurately reflect revenues, and increases or decreases in appropriations to more accurately reflect estimated expenditures and/or better utilize funds for schools, departments, and projects. These amendments facilitate district operations to occur in a positive manner. These amendments properly reflect the estimated revenue and appropriations. The amendments show the estimated revenue and appropriations for each fund and provide a description of the amendments. Required by S.B.E. rule 6A-1.006. New Revenue Appropriated/(Adjusted) During the Month of November 2025: Fund Name Fund No. Amount General Fund 1010 $1,850,029.92 Debt Service Funds 2xxx 39.29 Capital Project Funds 3xxx 503,601.44 Other Special Revenue Funds - Federal 42xx 628,623.00 Other Special Revenue Funds - Miscellaneous (Internal Funds) 49xx 0.00 Other Special Revenue Funds - School Food Service 5020 489,437.03 Internal Service Funds (Self-Insured Medical) 7xxx (1,683,362.48) Total - All Funds $1,788,368.20 File Attachments !BA 03 - Nov 2025.pdf (969 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.11 Monthly Financial Statement - November 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Monthly Financial Statement for November 2025. Public Content The financial statement for the month ending November 30, 2025, is being submitted for use and consideration of the School Board as required by S.B.E. Rule 6A-1.008. File Attachments Financial Statement 2025-11.pdf (862 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.12 Invoices to be approved for payment, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve invoices for payment. Public Content As required by SBE Rule 6A – 1.012, purchases outside the established State and District guidelines must be approved by the School Board. Invoices to be approved for payment presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. File Attachments Board Bills Summary 01.12.2025.pdf (71 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.13 School Donations, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $60,663.48 Budgeted : No Budget Source : Donations Recommended Action : Motion to approve School Donations. Public Content Okaloosa County Schools periodically receives donations over $500.00 from public, private, and anonymous donors. These donations are reported to the School Board for approval/acknowledgement through the Finance Department. Donor(s) specify in writing the name of the school(s) and how they want the donation to be used at that school(s). Donations have assisted Okaloosa County students in many programs, such as Booster Clubs, Band Programs, travel for state competitions, Culinary Programs, Leadership Projects, Softball Programs, and classroom supplies. File Attachments Donations-2026-01-12.pdf (123 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.14 Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $41,126,988.38; Self-Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $3,008,446.57; and Bank Transfers totaling $8,000,000.00 for November 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve Warrants in the amount of $41,126,988.38, Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees in the amount of $3,008,446.57, and Bank Transfers in the amount of $8,000,000.00. Public Content Pursuant to Florida Statute 1001.42, Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $41,126,988.38; Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $3,008,446.57; and Bank Transfers totaling $8,000,000.00 for November 2025 are being presented to the School Board. File Attachments 05 - MIS 3478 - Warrant Register - November 2025 .pdf (162 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.15 Renewal of ITB 21-02 Custodial Chemicals and Supplies, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 2011 Custodial Chemicals Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Renewal of ITB 21-02 Custodial Chemicals and Supplies, effective January 14, 2026, through January 13, 2027. Public Content Request approval to renew ITB 21-02 Custodial Chemicals and Supplies. Imperial Dade is the awarded vendor, and the contract, based on fixed pricing, will be used as needed. Funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 2011 Custodial Chemicals, and the contract is effective January 14, 2026, through January 13, 2027. Copies of the renewal documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Custodial Services, at (850) 689-7890. File Attachments RENEWAL DOCUMENTS ITB 21-02.pdf (589 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.16 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Snap-On Industrial, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $126,445.07 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 4119 - OTC- WD-CAP-GRANT Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of Snap-On Certification Kits from Snap- On Industrial for a total of $126,445.07. Public Content Request approval to purchase certification kits for OTC North in the amount of $126,445.07. The purchase is made through SOURCEWELL Contract #121223-SNP and funding will be paid from General Fund, Project 4119 OTC-WD-CAP GRANT. Copies of the quotes are attached. For additional information, please contact Jon Williams, OTC Director, at (850) 833-3500. File Attachments QUOTE CertKits_OTC_Dec_2025.pdf (250 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.17 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Howard Technologies, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $62,078.60 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Fund, Project 6401 TITLE Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of technolgoy equipment from Howard Technologies for a total of $62,078.60 Public Content Request approval to purchase technology equipment from Howard Technologies for a total of $62,078.60. The purchase is made through Contract PAEC 23-165, and funding will be paid from Federal Fund, Project 6401 TITLE. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Allyson Lavictoire, Principal, Riverside Elementary, at (850) 689-7203. File Attachments Howard Tech_Quote KW13 1594007.00_RIVERSIDE.pdf (75 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.18 School Performance Plans (SPPs/School Improvement Plans (SIPs) for 2025-2026 School Year, presented by Sheila Lightbourne, Assistant Superintendent, Academics and Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the 2025-2026 School Performance Plans (SPPs)/School Improvement Plans (SIPs) for all Okaloosa County Schools. Public Content Each school has submitted a School Performance Plan/School Improvement Plan for the 2025-2026 school year. Most schools have elected to use the district template approved by the FLDOE, while Silver Sands School, Richbourg School, and Okaloosa Technical College have elected to use the state template. School Performance Plans (SPPs) and School Improvement Plans (SIPs) will be filed electronically. For more information on the School Performance Plans (SPPs) or School Improvement Plan (SIPs), you may contact Amy Dale, Elementary Curriculum Director, (850-833-3521) or Holly Tew, Secondary Curriculum Director, (850-226-4734). File Attachments Antioch SPP 2025.pdf (4,947 KB) Baker SPP 2025.pdf (2,114 KB) Ballet SPP 2025.pdf (1,751 KB) Bluewater SPP 2025.pdf (1,370 KB) Bob Sikes SPP 2025.pdf (1,516 KB) Bruner SPP 2025.pdf (1,747 KB) Choctaw SPP 2025.pdf (1,191 KB) Crestview SPP 2025.pdf (1,323 KB) Davidson SPP 2025.pdf (1,716 KB) Destin ES SPP 2025.pdf (1,280 KB) Destin MS SPP 2025.pdf (1,608 KB) Edge SPP 2025.pdf (1,384 KB) Edwins SPP 2025.pdf (1,375 KB) Elliott Point SPP 2025.pdf (1,482 KB) Florosa SPP 2025.pdf (1,328 KB) FWBHS SPP 2025.pdf (1,581 KB) Kenwood SPP 2025.pdf (1,718 KB) Laurel Hill SPP 2025.pdf (2,011 KB) Lewis SPP 2025.pdf (1,868 KB) Longwood SPP 2025.pdf (1,347 KB) Mary Esther SPP 2025.pdf (1,327 KB) Meigs SPP 2025.pdf (1,558 KB) Niceville SPP 2025.pdf (1,461 KB) Northwood SPP 2025.pdf (2,526 KB) Plew SPP 2025.pdf (1,318 KB) Pryor SPP 2025.pdf (1,757 KB) Riverside SPP 2025.pdf (1,805 KB) Ruckel SPP 2025.pdf (1,705 KB) Shalimar SPP 2025.pdf (1,141 KB) Shoal River SPP 2025.pdf (1,786 KB) Southside SPP 2025.pdf (2,283 KB) STEMM SPP 2025.pdf (1,662 KB) Walker SPP 2025.pdf (1,456 KB) Wright SPP 2025 (2).pdf (1,388 KB) okaloosa-okaloosa-technical-college-2025-26-sip.pdf (244 KB) okaloosa-richbourg-school-2025-26-sip.pdf (242 KB) okaloosa-silver-sands-excep-children-2025-26-sip.pdf (285 KB) Eglin SPP 2025.pdf (1,571 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.19 2025-2026 SAC Membership for the Okaloosa County Schools, presented by Holly Tew, Director I, Curriculum and Instruction, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the 2025-2026 SAC Membership for Okaloosa County Schools. Public Content School Advisory Councils are required to submit their membership annually and have it School Board approved. See attached SAC Memberships. For additional information please, contact Holly Tew at 850-226-4734. File Attachments 2025 - 2025 Antioch ES - Destin ES SAC Memberships MIS 1411.pdf (3,079 KB) 2025 - 2026 Destin MS - Lewis School SAC Memberships MIS 1411.pdf (2,594 KB) 2025 - 2026 Longwood ES - Richbourg School SAC Memberships MIS 1411.pdf (3,103 KB) 2025 - 2026 Riverside ES - Wright ES SAC Memberships MIS 1411.pdf (2,513 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.20 Amendment to the Underground Distribution Facilities Installation Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Florida Power & Light Company at Destin Elementary School, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the amended power requirements for the Underground Distribution Facilities Installation Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Florida Power & Light Company at Destin Elementary School. Public Content Request approval of the amended power requirements for Underground Distribution Facilities Installation Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Florida Power & Light Company at Destin Elementary School, this agreement was approved by the Board on October 13, 2025. Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments UG CONTRACT REVISED.pdf (467 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.21 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Musco Sports Lighting, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Dollar Amount : $235,000.00 Budget Source : Capital Fund 1.50 Mill, Project 4204 DW Athletic Facilities Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of sports lighting equipment and installation from Musco Sports Lighting for the practice field at Choctawhatchee High School, in the amount of $235,000.00. Public Content Request approval of the purchase of sports lighting equipment and installation from Musco Sports Lighting for the practice field at Choctawhatchee High School, in the amount of $235,000.00. The purchase is made through Sourcewell Contract #041123-MSL, and funds will be paid from Capital Fund, Project 4204 DW Athletic Facilities. Please see attached quote. Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments 243375 Choctaw High School Practice Field.pdf (317 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.22 Telco Task Order #002, Baker School Verkada Security Cameras Upgrade, presented by Dustin Keith, Specialist, Seat Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $282,674.84 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital - Sales Tax (Project 6301 - DW - Security Upgrades - Locks & Cameras) Recommended Action : Motion to approve Telco Task Order #002 for Baker School Verkada Security Cameras Upgrade in the amount of $282,674.84. Public Content This project involves upgrading the existing security camera system by replacing all current cameras with Verkada Ultra HD 4K Security Cameras. For additional information contact Dustin Keith, 850-689-7151. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.23 Telco Task Order #003, Davidson Middle School Verkada Security Cameras Upgrade, presented by Dustin Keith, Specialist, Seat Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $198,837.08 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital - Sales Tax (Project 6301 - DW - Security Upgrades - Locks & Cameras) Recommended Action : Motion to approve Telco Task Order #003 for Davidson Middle School Verkada Security Cameras Upgrades in the amount of $198,837.08. Public Content This project involves upgrading the existing security camera system by replacing all current cameras with Verkada Ultra HD 4K Security Cameras. For additional information contact Dustin Keith, 850-689-7151. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.24 Application to the State of Florida for District Threat  Management Coordinator (DTMC) Grant, TAPS #26A406, presented by Danny Dean, Director, Office of Safe Schools, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $60,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : State of Florida DTMC Grant TAPS #26A406 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the application for District Threat Management Coordinator (DTMC) Grant, TAPS # 26A406 Public Content Approval is requested for the submission of District Threat Management Coordinators (DTMC) Grant, TAPS #26A406. This grant is in the amount of $60,000.00, in accordance with the specific funding authority(ies) of FY 2025-2026 General Appropriations Act, Line 106; Rule Chapter 6A-1.0019(4)(a), Florida Administrative Code; Section 1006.07(7)(j), Florida Statutes. These recurring funds are provided to the Department of Education for District Threat Management Coordinator compensation, pursuant to rule Chapter 6A-1.0019(4)(a), Florida Administrative Code. Each district superintendent must designate a district threat management coordinator to oversee the district's threat management program. For additional information, please contact Danny Dean, 850-226-4815. File Attachments District Threat Management Coordinator (DTMC) Grant.pdf (10,323 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.25 Renewal of Memorandum of Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Flagler Hospital, Inc., to provide case management of mental health services provided to students by community mental health service providers with parent consent for referral, presented by Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of Memorandum of Agreement between the Okaloosa County School Board and Flagler Hospital, Inc. Public Content Flagler Hospital, through the BRAVE Connect program, desires to continue to coordinate with the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, for the purpose of providing coordination of mental health services for students with community-based mental health service providers, with parent permission/consent. This service will provide collaboration with parents/families and OCSD school-based mental health services providers when the need for referral is identified by the school-based provider or requested by parent/guardian. Term of second year of three year renewal is Oct. 9, 2025 - Oct. 8, 2026. For more information, please contact Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Intervention Services, at 850-833-3108. File Attachments Fully Executed Okaloosa Contract_ Signed 10.17.2023.pdf (2,064 KB) Okaloosa Ltr Req to Renew 25-26 - Signed.pdf (189 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.26 Amendment to Agreement with Early Learning Coalition as Related to TAPP Program, presented by Rebecca Heald, Specialist, Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : 2086 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the amendment to the Early Learning Coalition as related to TAPP Program. Public Content Currently, the District makes two payments for TAPP day care: one payment to Early Learning Coalition (ELC) and one payment to the day care to cover the parent's portion. The ELC-EC desires to adjust the agreed upon daily rates to address parent co-pays. This agreement would allow the District to make one payment for TAPP day care to the ELC. The ELC would then pay the parent's portion to the day care. This would streamline the process and be the same cost for the District. Please note this is a revision of the amendment approved by the Board on November 10, 2025. Please contact Rebecca Heald at (850) 833-3108 for additional information. File Attachments TAPP Okaloosa 25-26 Terms of Contract Amendment Changes Accepted.pdf (111 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.27 First Amendment to Grant Award Agreement Between Triumph Gulf Coast, Inc., and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, for the Health Academy of Northwest Florida Project #271 presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Triumph Recommended Action : Motion to approve First Amendment to Grant Award Agreement Between Triumph Gulf Coast, Inc., and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, for the Health Academy of Northwest Florida Project #271. Public Content The School Board approved the original Grant Award Agreement between Triumph Gulf Coast, Inc., and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, for the Health Academy of Northwest Florida Project #271 on October 24, 2022. Triumph is requesting that the attached amendment to the original agreement be approved by the School Board. File Attachments Proj 3118 - Triumph Health Academy - Grant 271 - OCSD - GAA.pdf (6,197 KB) 271 - DRAFT V3 First Amendment to Grant Award Agreement - 1.8.26.pdf (253 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.1 (Information Only) Employees on Administrative Leave, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content There are no new employees that have been placed on/or removed from Administrative Leave at this time. For more information, contact Mrs. Lindsay Maxey at (850) 833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.2 (Information Only) Deferred Retirement Option Program, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have elected to participate in the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP). NEW DROP ENTRIES DROP Start Employee Name EID Position Location Date Timothy Hatten 113589 Athletic Director Crestview HS 01/01/26 Julie Magnotti 102804 Teacher Lewis School 04/01/26 Frances Marie Barron 105160 Paraprofessional Southside 12/01/25 Kimberly Luallen 121581 Teacher Destin MS 07/01/26 For more information, contact Mrs. Lindsay Maxey at (850) 833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.3 Request to double-fill the Assistant Superintendent Academic and Student Services, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $106,621.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund Recommended Action : Motion to approve the request to double-fill the Assistant Superintendent Academic and Student  Services, from January 27, 2026, to July 31, 2026. Public Content The double-filling of the Assistant Superintendent Academic and Student Services position is necessary to provide a seamless transition for the District due to an impending retirement. The double-fill will begin January 27, 2026, and end July 31, 2026. For additional information, please contact Lindsay Maxey at 850-833-5801. File Attachments Double Fill - Asst Super Academic FY 2026 & FY 2027 2025-12-15.pdf (120 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.4 Out-of-Field Report for the 2025- 2026 school year, presented by Sharon Duron, Program Director, Professional Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Out-of-Field Report for the 2025-2026 school year. Public Content Teachers who are not teaching in their area of certification are considered out-of-field. The attached list of teachers are those teachers who are currently not teaching in their certified area. In order to meet state reporting timelines and hire additional teachers as needed, this report will be a fluid document. Please contact Sharon Duron for additional information, 850-833-5857. File Attachments OOF Board Report for January 12, 2026.pdf (135 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.5 Cleared certification requirements and issuance of contracts for the 2025- 2026 school year, presented by Sharon Duron, Program Director, Professional Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the cleared certification requirements and issuance of contracts for the 2025- 2026 school year. Public Content The attached list of teachers has cleared their certification requirements and are eligible to receive their contracts for the 2025- 2026 school year. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the Superintendent that they receive their contracts. Please contact Sharon Duron for additional information, 850-833-5857. File Attachments Cleared Provisionals for 1-12-2026 Meeting.pdf (185 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.6 Employment Separations, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve employee separations. Public Content Attached is a list of employees who resigned/retired from the Okaloosa County School District. For more information, contact Mrs. Lindsay Maxey at (850) 833-5801. File Attachments Jan. 12, 2026 Separations, Public.pdf (98 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.7 Personnel Recommendations, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve personnel recommendations. Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have been hired in the instructional and education support positions or hired in the instructional and education support positions or hired for substitute positions. For more information, contact Mrs. Lindsay Maxey at (850) 833-5801. File Attachments Jan 12, 2026 Instructional New Hires, Public.pdf (91 KB) Jan 12, 2026 Ed. Support New Hires, Public.pdf (55 KB) Jan 12, 2026 Substitute New Hires, Public.pdf (76 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.8 Employee Transfers, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve employee transfers. Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have been transferred in instructional and education support positions. For more information, contact Mrs. Lindsay Maxey at (850) 833-5801. File Attachments Jan 12, 2026 Transfers, Public.pdf (135 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.9 Leave Without Pay, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jan 12, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 12, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve leave without pay. Public Content The purpose of this item is to receive approval for employees who took leave and will not be paid for their leave. For more information, contact Mrs. Lindsay Maxey at (850) 833-5801. 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.1 Program Status Report by the Board's Representative to the Construction Program Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information 11. Attorney's Business Subject : 11.1 Consideration of recommendations, updates, requests, and pending legal matters Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The attorney to the Board may provide updates, recommendations, or make requests regarding legal matters. 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.1 Out-of-State Student Trip Requests approved by the Superintendent. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content An updated list of out-of-state student trip requests approved by the Superintendent will be provided to the School Board Members at the Workshop, and again at the Regular Meeting, to insure they receive the most current information. 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.2 Correspondence, requests and other matters addressed by the Superintendent Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The Superintendent may address correspondence, requests and other matters with the Board. 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.1 Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action,Information Public Content Board Members may request information or address concerns and other matters. 14. Public Comment - General Public Comments (Yellow Card) Subject : 14.1 Members of the public desiring to address the School Board with general comments - Form MIS 6120 General Public Comments (Yellow Card) Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 15. Public Hearing Subject : 15.1 Public Hearing in accordance with statutory requirements under s.1001.42(4)(f)2.,F.S. regarding school start times, presented by Grant Meyer, Assistant Superintendent, Operational Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jan 26, 2026 Absolute Date : Jan 26, 2026 Public Content A public hearing will be held to receive public input on the District's consideration of the current school start times and the impact of implementing any changes under the provisions of s.1001.42(4)(f)2., Florida Statutes, including the financial impact for the School District. For additional information, please contact Grant Meyer, 226-4851. 16. Adjournment Subject : 16.1 Adjournment of the meeting by the Chairman Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.1 Notice of Student Disciplinary Hearings - 8:00 a.m. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF STUDENT DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS The School Board of Okaloosa County will conduct Student Disciplinary Hearings on January 12, 2026, beginning at 8:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Boardroom at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida. In accordance with Florida law, this hearing may be closed to the press and public at the request of the parents of the affected students. File Attachments PUBLIC NOTICE - Student Disciplinary Hearings 1-12-2026.pdf (31 KB) 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.2 Notice of Workshop Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF WORKSHOP A Workshop on this Agenda will be held in the Boardroom at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida, on January 12, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be open to the press and public. 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.3 Notice of Student Disciplinary Hearing - 11:00 a.m. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF STUDENT DISCIPLINARY HEARING The School Board of Okaloosa County will conduct a Student Disciplinary Hearing on January 12, 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Boardroom at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida. In accordance with Florida law, this hearing may be closed to the press and public at the request of the parents of the affected student. File Attachments PUBLIC NOTICE - Student Disciplinary Hearing 1-12-2026.pdf (31 KB) 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.4 Notice of Public Hearing - 5:15 p.m. Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the School Board of Okaloosa County will conduct a Public Hearing on January 12, 2026, beginning at 5:15 p.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Boardroom at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida. The purpose of the Hearing is to receive public input and consider approval of the following: Consideration of school start times Any interested party who decides to appeal any decision made by the Okaloosa County School Board with respect to any matter considered during this meeting, will need a record of proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the School Board for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. Any person requiring special accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the Superintendent at (850) 689-7185 prior to this meeting. File Attachments PUBLIC NOTICE - School Start Times.pdf (63 KB) 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.5 Public Notice Meeting : Jan 12, 2026 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting will be open to the press and the public. Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Okaloosa County School Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the School Board for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the School Board at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting the Superintendent of Schools at (850) 689-7185. Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the School Board business meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to Resolution No. 16-01. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board and do not necessarily represent their individual religious beliefs, nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on his or her right to actively participate in the public meeting.