Okaloosa County School Board — Workshop Meeting, April 28, 2025

Monday, April 28, 2025 Workshop Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Training Room 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/district/sb/meetings/2024 *********************************************** 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 Recognition of Choctawhatchee High School Boys Weightlifting, 2025 Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) 2A Boys Weightlifting Traditional State Champions, presented by Superintendent Chambers. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Boys Weightlifting 2A Traditional State Champions Ian Dearduff Brian Deleon Wesley Folsom Von Keller Payton Lash Morgan Lay Boston Murray Sam Nelson Dawson Newnam Justin Nguyen Cole Seward Brandon Stenger Alex Urtecho Lathan Waters Head Coach Addison Kendrick Individual State Champions Dawson Newnam - 169 Olympic and Traditional State Record - 265 Snatch Brandon Stenger - 219 Olympic State Record - 300 Snatch 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.2 Recognition of Dawson Newnam, 2025 Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) 2A 169 lb Boys Weightlifting Olympic and Traditional State Champion, presented by Superintendent Chambers. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Recognition of Dawson Newnam, 2025 Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) 2A 169 lb Boys Weightlifting Olympic and Traditional State Champion. Head Coach: Addison Kendrick 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.3 Recognition of Brandon Stenger, 2025 Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) 2A 219 lb Boys Weightlifting Olympic State Champion, presented by Superintendent Chambers. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Recognition of Brandon Stenger, 2025 Florida High Athletic Association (FHSAA) 2A 219 lb Boys Weightlifting Olympic State Champion. Head Coach: Addison Kendrick 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 : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.1 Quarterly Report: Service Agreements Under the $10,000 Threshold for Internal and Budgetary Funds, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content Each quarter, the Purchasing Department provides a list of the Internal and Budgetary Funds Service Agreements having a value less than $10,000 that have been entered into by schools/departments. The attached reports show the Service Agreements for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024- 2025 (January 2025 through March 2025) sorted by school/department and by provider. For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments SA TOTALS Q3 SCHOOL FY24-25.pdf (96 KB) SA TOTALS Q3 PROVIDER FY24-25.pdf (96 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.2 Quarterly Report: Short Term Facility Use Contracts and Lease Agreements Under the $10,000 Threshold, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content Each quarter, the Purchasing Department provides a list of Short Term Facility Use Contracts and Lease Agreements having a value less than $10,000 that have been entered into by schools/departments. The attached report shows the Short Term Facility Use Contracts and Lease Agreements for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024-2025 (January 2025 through March 2025). For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments CONTRACT-LEASE- Q3 FY24-25.pdf (132 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.3 In-County Travel paid for March 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for March 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments In-County Travel Summary 04.28.2025.pdf (82 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.4 Out-of-County Travel paid for March 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content Out-of-County Travel paid for March 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments Out-of-County Travel Summary 04.28.2025.pdf (75 KB) 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Consent Agenda 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 April 14,2025; Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of April 14, 2025; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 14, 2025, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Student Disciplinary Hearing of April 14,2025; Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of April 14, 2025; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 14, 2025 File Attachments 4-14-2025 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (132 KB) 4-14-2025 Meeting - DRAFT.pdf (124 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 Invoices to be approved for payment, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - 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 Bill Summary 04.28.2025.pdf (18 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 School Donations, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,500.00 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-2025-04-28.pdf (114 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 Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $43,576,157.29; Self-Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $3,042,156.49; and Bank Transfers totaling $20,000,000.00 for March 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve Warrants in the amount of $43,576,157.29, Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees in the amount of $3,042,156.49, and Bank Transfers in the amount of $20,000,000.00. Public Content Pursuant to Florida Statute 1001.42, Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $43,576,157.29; Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $3,042,156.49; and Bank Transfers totaling $20,000,000.00 for March 2025 are being presented to the School Board. File Attachments 09 - MIS 3478 - Warrant Register - March 2025.pdf (110 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 Authorization to appropriate Federal Impact Aid Funds and make a payment in the amount of $67,513.00 to Charter Schools presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $67,513.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Impact Aid Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve appropriation of Federal Impact Aid Funds and make a payment in the amount of $67,513.00 to Charter Schools. Public Content The District received its second Voucher for Impact Aid Section 7003 Payments dated April 15, 2025, for the 2025 Claiming Year (Claim Filed January 2024) in the following amounts: Section 7003(b) Basic Support - Dated April 15, 2025 $1,613,960.00 Section 7003(d) ESE Support - Dated April 15, 2025 168,284.00 Total Received $1,782,244.00 The Charter Schools have made a request to receive Federal Impact Aid Funds for eligible students attending charter schools during the 2025 claiming year. The calculation for the 2025 claiming year is based on the number of eligible student cards submitted during the 2023-2024 school year. The payments to these schools are as follows: Center 9700 - Destin High School $ 2,935.00 Center 9800 - Okaloosa Academy 601.00 Center 9805 - NWFSC Collegiate High School 13,877.00 Center 9807 - Liza Jackson Preparatory School 50,100.00 Total $67,513.00 File Attachments Agenda - Fed Impact Aid 2025 Pmt 1 2025-04-28.pdf (306 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 ITB 25-07 Crestview High Auto Lab Remodel, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $110,420.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 4140 CTE-WD- CAP GRANT Recommended Action : Motion to approve the committee's recommendation to award ITB 25-07 Crestview High Auto Lab Remodel to R & D Development in the amount of $110,420.00. Public Content Request approval of the committee's recommendation to award ITB 25-007 Crestview High Auto Lab Remodel to R & D Development in the amount of $110,420.00. Funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 4140 CTE-WD-CAP GRANT. Copies of the Bid, Addendum 1, and award tabulation are attached. For additional information, please contact Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities, at (850) 689-7298. File Attachments ITB 25-07 Crestview High Auto Lab Remodel.pdf (1,855 KB) ITB 25-07 Question Addendum 1.pdf (226 KB) ITB 25-07_TAB.pdf (120 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 Amended Award of ITB 25-04 District Wide Athletic Field Services, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $50,320.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 2099 Stadium & Athletic Field Mant Recommended Action : Motion to approve the termination of ITB 25-04 District Wide Athletic Field Services contract with Rotolo Consultants, Inc., effective April 30, 2025. Motion to award ITB 25-04 District Wide Athletic Field Services for Multiple Schools contract to the next overall lowest bidder, Phillips Turf Science, LLC, effective May 1, 2025, through February 29, 2028, for a total contract amount of $403,725.00. Public Content Request approval to terminate ITB 25-04 District Wide Athletic Field Services for Multiple Schools contract with Rotolo Consultants, Inc., effective April 30, 2025, and request approval to award the remaining contract term to the next overall lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Phillips Turf Science, LLC., effective May 1, 2025, year 1 amount will be $120,151.00, year 2 and 3 amount will be $141,787.00 per year, for a total contract amount of $403,725.00 paid through General Funds, Project 2099 Stadium & Athletic Field Maintenance. The term of the contract is effective May 1, 2025, through February 29, 2028. Copies of the revised tabulation and the original award of ITB 25-04 are attached. The original contract was approved on February 24, 2025, in the amount of $91,467.00 per year. The new contract will be $141,787.00 per year which is annual increase of $50,320.00. A discount has been provided for the first year. additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance Support Services at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments ITB 25-04 DISTRICT WIDE - ATHLETIC FIELD SERVICES.pdf (9,343 KB) ITB 25-04 TAB Revised Reaward.pdf (108 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 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Dell, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $55,924.36 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 6064 CAPE- Marketing Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of 33 Dell Laptops, Monitor Dock and Charging Cart from Dell for a total of $55,924.36. Public Content Request approval to purchase 33 Dell Laptops, Monitor Dock and Charging Cart from Dell for a total of $55,924.36. The purchase is made through Contract #23023/43210000-23-NASPO-ACS, and funding will be paid from General Fund, Project 6064 CAPE-Marketing. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Jennifer Beasley, Program Director, Career & Technical Education (CTE), at (850) 833-5858. File Attachments DELL QUOTE.pdf (165 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 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Trane, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval.  Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $198,750.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Fund, Project 0319 DW HVAC-Replacement Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of HVAC equipment and services for Fort Walton Beach High School from Trane for a total of $198,750.00. Public Content Request approval to purchase HVAC equipment and services for Fort Walton Beach High School from Trane for a total of $198,750.00. The purchase is made through OMNIA/Racine contract #3341, and funds will be paid from Capital Fund, Project 0319 DW HVAC-Replacement. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance Support Services, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments TRANE QUOTE.pdf (541 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 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: John Deere, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $74,744.75 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 5140 CTE-WD- CAP GRANT  Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of a tractor with equipment for Baker School from John Deere for a total of $74,744.75. Public Content Request approval to purchase a tractor with trailer and equipment for Baker School from John Deere for a total of $74,744.75. The purchase is made through Sourcewell Ag Tractors 082923-DAC (PG 1P CG 70), and funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 5140 CTE-WD-CAP GRANT. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Jennifer Beasley, Program Director, Career & Technical Education (CTE), at (850) 833-5858 File Attachments JOHN DEERE QUOTE.pdf (1,316 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 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: MGT Impact Solutions, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $97,038.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of student forecast-boundary planning and services for District Zoning, School Year 2026-2027 from MGT Impact Solutions for a total of $97,038.00. Public Content Request approval to purchase student forecast-boundary planning and services for District Zoning, School Year 2026-2027 from MGT Impact Solutions for a total of $97,038.00. The purchase is made through TIPS contract #220601, and funds will be paid from General Funds. A copy of the proposal is attached. For additional information, please contact John Spolski, Assistant Superintendent, MIS, at (850) 833-5884. File Attachments MGT IMPACT SOLUTIONS, LLC PROPOSAL.pdf (2,487 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 Tag-On Bid: RFP 24-05-BG Core Curriculum Enhancements, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Paid by individual schools/departments Recommended Action : Motion to approve tagging on to RFP 24-05-BG Core Curriculum Enhancements through Santa Rosa County, FL. Public Content Request approval to tag on to RFP 24-05-BG Core Curriculum Enhancements through Santa Rosa County, FL, based on fixed pricing. Paid by individual schools/departments and will be utilized to make purchases on an as needed basis based on fixed pricing, RFP was awarded to multiple vendors. The contract is effective through July 31, 2027. Copies of the award documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Shelia Lightbourne, Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum at (850) 833-4208. File Attachments RFP 24-05-BG Intent to award.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 : 7.14 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Trane, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $373,494.42 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Fund, Project 0319 DW HVAC-Replacement Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of HVAC equipment and services for Crestview High School from Trane for a total of $373,494.42. Public Content Request approval to purchase HVAC equipment and services for Crestview High School from Trane for a total of $373,494.42. The purchase is made through OMNIA/Racine contract #3341, and funds will be paid from Capital Fund, Project 0319 DW HVAC-Replacement. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance Support Services, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments TRANE Proposal.pdf (923 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 Exempted Purchase Over $50,000: Realityworks, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $52,775.41 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 5140 CTE-WD- CAP GRANT Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of Agriculture educational materials and supplies from Realityworks in the amount of $52,775.41 for Baker School. Public Content Request approval to purchase Agriculture educational materials and supplies from Realityworks in the amount of $52,775.41 for Baker School. The purchase is made through 6A-1.012(11)(b), and funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 5140 CTE-WD-CAP GRANT. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Jennifer Beasley, Program Director, Career & Technical (CTE), at (850) 833-5858. File Attachments Realityworks Quote.pdf (147 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 Multi-Year Agreement: Canva, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the 3-year contract with Canva for software subscription effective April 29, 2025, through April 28, 2028. Public Content Request approval of the 3-year contract with Canva for a software subscription. There is no cost for this software subscription. The contract is effective April 29, 2025, through April 28, 2028, and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Hilary DeMers, Specialist, Digital Media & Communications, at (850) 226-4792. File Attachments CANVA AGREEMENT.pdf (335 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 Sale and Disposal of Surplus Property, presented by Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the sale and disposal of the property listed on the attached surplus lists dated April 28, 2025. Public Content Approval is requested for the sale and disposal of the property described on the attached list dated April 28, 2025. These items will be sold through the Board approved On-line Auction Program. Please contact Bobby McElroy for additional information, 689-7159. File Attachments Surplus Items for April 28 2025 Meeting.pdf (99 KB) Surplus Property Food Services list for April 28, 2025 Board Meeting.pdf (89 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 Permission to Open Before/After School and Summer Day Care Program at Edwins Elementary School, presented by Kathleen Armstrong, Principal, Edwins Elementary School, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the opening of a Before/After School and Summer Day Care Program at Edwins Elementary School. Public Content After identifying a high demand for before/after school and summer day care services in our area, Edwins Elementary School is requesting to open a Child Care Program to fulfill these child care needs. This program would support working families and provide early intervention services. Please see the attached letter from Principal, Revenue and Expenditure Estimate, and Proposed Child Care Fees. File Attachments Letter to the Board - Edwins ES.pdf (33 KB) Child Care Revenue Estimate FY 2026 - Edwins.pdf (68 KB) Edwins ES Fees.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 : 7.19 Summer Voluntary Pre- Kindergarten Program (VPK) for 2025, presented by Amy Bowles, Principal, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $63,288.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : State Voluntary Pre-K Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Summer Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program for 2025. Public Content The Superintendent recommends the Okaloosa County School District offer the Summer VPK Program in 2025. The budget has been based on a probable enrollment of 24 students. The information attached provides an overview of the program to include locations and dates. Staff training will be provided prior to the program's start. Attachment includes the Summer VPK informational flyer, budget detail, Memorandum of Agreement with OCEA, and Memorandum of Agreement with OCESPA. Please contact Amy Bowles for additional information at 689-7211. File Attachments Summer VPK 2025 Agenda Items.pdf (3,923 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 Career Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement between Okaloosa Technical College and the Public High Schools of the School District of Okaloosa County, Florida, and the Destin High School, Charter, Destin Florida, presented by Jon Williams, Director, Okaloosa Technical College, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : No Budget Source : N/A Recommended Action : Motion to Approve the 2025-2026 Career Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement between Okaloosa Technical College and the Public High School of the School District of Okaloosa County, Fl. Public Content This Articulation Agreement will provide Career Dual Enrollment as a curricular option of elective credits toward earning a high school diploma and completing a career certification program through the Okaloosa Technical College. This Agreement will provide dual enrollment opportunities for high school graduates to identify and set clear career and post-secondary education goals before high school graduation through a Career Dual Enrollment Program. For more information on Career Dual Enrollment, contact Jon Williams 850-833- 3500 williamsj2@okaloosaschools.com File Attachments High School Articulation Agreement 25-26.docx Revised.pdf (138 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 TelaForce LLC Task Order #001 for Crestview High School Verkada Security Camera Replacements, presented by Dustin Keith, Specialist, Seat Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $360,884.65 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Outlay - Safety and Security of School Buildings Grant TAPS #25A097: Capital Camera funding. Recommended Action : Motion to approve TelaForce, LLC, Task Order #001 for Crestview High Security Camera Upgrades, in the amount of $360,884.65 Public Content This project involves upgrading the existing security camera system by replacing all current cameras with Verkada Ultra HD 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 : 7.22 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for adoption of a new job description for Coordinator, Threat Management, presented by Lee Hale Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to authorize the advertisement of a public hearing for a new job description for Coordinator, Threat Management. Public Content The proposed job description outlines responsibilities that include overseeing the District's Threat Management program and ensuring the effective implementation and coordination of the Florida Harm Prevention and Threat Management (FHP-TM) model in order to maintain a safe and supportive environment for students, staff, and the community. Please contact Lee Hale for additional information, 833-5801. File Attachments DRAFT District Threat Management Coordinator.pdf (144 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 : 7.23 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for adoption of a new job description for Technician, Safety and Security Systems, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to authorize the advertisement of a public hearing for a new job description for Technician, Safety and Security Systems. Public Content The proposed job description focuses on supporting the management and coordination of the District's technological safety and security systems, helping to ensure these systems are effectively implemented and maintained to promote a safe and secure learning environment. Please contact Lee Hale for additional information, 833-5801. File Attachments DRAFT Safety and Security Systems Technician.pdf (145 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 : 7.24 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for adoption of a new job description for Director, Office of Safe Schools, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to authorize the advertisement of a public hearing for a new job description for Director, Office of Safe Schools. Public Content The purpose of this position is to provide leadership and district-wide oversight of the school safety program by directing the implementation of best practices in prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. This role is responsible for ensuring the District’s full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, standards, rules, and school board policies related to school safety. Please contact Lee Hale for additional information, 833-5801. File Attachments DRAFT Director Office of Safe Schools.pdf (91 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  Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - 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 Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.2 (Information Only) Deferred Retirement Option Program, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - 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 Murunda Stevens 113328 Paraprofessional Bruner MS 10/1/2025 Kimberly Whaley 118546 Asst. Band Director Crestview HS 7/1/2025 Robert Martin 106101 CDL Trainer Trans Central 5/1/2025 For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.3 Employment Separations, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 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 Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. File Attachments April 28, 2025 Separations, Public.pdf (62 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.4 Waiver of the OCEA Master Contract, requested by Okaloosa Technical College, to adjust the standard work week for the 2025-2026 school year, presented by Jon Williams, Director, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve an extension of the waiver request of the OCEA Master Contract, requested by Okaloosa Technical College, to adjust the standard work week for the 2025-2026 school year. File Attachments 0701 OTC Contract Waiver 2025.pdf (167 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.5 Personnel Recommendations, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources,  and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 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 Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. File Attachments April 28, 2025 Ed Support New Hires, Public.pdf (56 KB) April 28, 2025 Instructional New Hires, Public.pdf (54 KB) April 28, 2025 Substitute New Hires, Public.pdf (75 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.6 Employee Transfers, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 16, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 16, 2025 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 Lee Hale at 850-833-5801 File Attachments April 28, 2025 Transfers, Public.pdf (135 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.7 Employee Suspension, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employee #104513 for 1-day. Public Content Suspension of Employee #104513 for 1 day. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.8 Leave Without Pay, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 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 Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.9 Reinstatement/Reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of duty  illness/injury/medical examination, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to Approve Reinstatement/Reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of duty illness/injury/medical examination. Public Content The purpose of this item for approval is to reinstate/reimburse sick leave to employees who became ill or injured while at work while on duty. Name School Hours Dorothy Mullins Transportation Central 68.00 James Downum Mary Esther 15.00 Lisa Hiracheta Silver Sands 21.00 Mandi Tincher Silver Sands 7.50 Marian Gilmore Silver Sands 4.75 Sheryl Pickett Lewis School 75.00 For more information, contact Lee Hale 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 : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.2 TPM Program #6, Task Order #44, GMP for Roof Replacement Project, Elliott Point Elementary School (Phase 1), presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $1,436,316.00 Budget Source : Capital - CO & DS and 1.5 MIL Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #44, GMP for Roof Replacement Project, Elliott Point Elementary School (Phase 1), in the amount of $1,157,072.00 and Owner Direct Purchase (ODP), in the amount of $279,244.00. Public Content Approval is requested of the GMP for Program #6, Task Order #44, GMP for Roof Replacement Project, Elliott Point Elementary School (Phase 1). Elliott Point Elementary School Roof Replacement Project - This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing modified bituminous cap sheet over built-up roofing with 1/2" wood fiber, lightweight concrete decking and corrugated metal form deck system that covers the main building. The scope of this project consists of only a Phase 1 area at the West end of the building that covers the kitchen and ten (10) classrooms to the West of the Main Office and Media Center areas. The high roof over the Cafeteria portion of the building does not require replacement. This Phase 1 tear-off area is approximately 150 squares. A new TREMCO Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed at all tear-off areas. New edge metal and coping is included. The Total Cost if Work for Task Order #44, GMP for Roof Replacement Project, Elliott Point Elementary School (Phase 1): Jacobs/Titan Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) $1,157,072.00 Pre-GMP Phase Services - Previously Authorized $150,000.00 Owner Direct Purchase (ODP) of TREMCO Materials $279,244.00 Total Cost of Work $1,586,316.00 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments TO44 GMP Elliott Pt Phase 1 Roofing Ver 1.0.pdf (225 KB) TO#44 Elliott Point Phase 1 Cost Comp.pdf (33 KB) 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.3 TPM Program #6, Task Order #12, Scope Modification #5, GMP Edwins Elementary School Cafeteria & Media Center Renovation Projects, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $3,803,621.00 Budget Source : Capital - Sales Tax Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #12, Scope Modification #5, GMP Edwins Elementary School Cafeteria & Media Center Renovation Projects, in the amount of $3,184,191, Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E), in the amount of $520,000 and Owner Direct Purchase (ODP) - HVAC Equipment, in the amount of $99,430. Public Content Approval is requested for TPM Program #6, Task Order #12, Scope Modification #5, GMP Edwins Elementary School Cafeteria & Media Center Renovation Projects. Edwins Elementary School Old Cafeteria Renovation Project – This project consists of a major renovation of the existing Cafeteria and Kitchen area which entails conversion of the spaces into a new Media Center, STEM Classroom, Offices, Work Room and a Conference Room. All areas will receive new interior finishes and new HVAC systems. Edwins Elementary School Media Center Renovation Project – This project consists of minor renovation of the existing Media Center ramp to convert it into three (3) new classrooms as well as an office and SLD area. All areas will receive new interior finishes and new HVAC systems. Jacobs/Titan Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) $3,184,191.00 Pre-GMP Phase Services - Previously Authorized $195,311.00 Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) $520,000.00 Owner Direct Purchase (ODP) - HVAC Equipment $99,430.00 Total Cost of Work $3,998,932.00 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments TO12 SM #5 GMP Edwins Cafeteria Reno Ver 1.0.pdf (230 KB) TO#12 SM #5 GMP Cost Comp.pdf (33 KB) 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.4 TPM Program #6, Task Order #28, Scope Modification #2, Phase 2 Security Upgrades at Niceville High School and Baker School, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $376,974.00 Budget Source : Sales Tax Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #28, Scope Modification #2, Phase 2 Security Upgrades at Niceville High School and Baker School, in the amount of $376,974. Public Content Approval is requested for TPM Program #6, Task Order #28, Scope Modification #2, Phase 2 Security Upgrades at Niceville High School and Baker School, in the amount of $376,974. Scope of Work: Salto Locksets at Niceville High and Baker Schools: The scope of work included in this Scope Modification includes the installation and configuration of Salto XS4 Mini Access Control Locksets on 200 classroom doors at Niceville High and Baker Schools. At completion, this will enhance security, streamline access management and ensure compliance with school safety protocols. Some minor modification of existing doors and hardware may be required during installation and is included in this scope. The associated Salto ProAccess SPACE (or equivalent) software will be installed and configured as part of the project. Training of school personnel on the lock functionality, credential testing and system software is also included. Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments TO#28 Scope Mod #2 Cost Comp.pdf (33 KB) 11. Attorney's Business Subject : 11.1 Consideration of recommendations, updates, requests, and pending legal matters Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - 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 : Apr 28, 2025 - 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 : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The Superintendent may address correspondence, requests and other matters with the Board. File Attachments RM-Bd Presentation-Health Fair and Job Fair.pdf (1,471 KB) 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.1 Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - 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 : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 15. Public Hearing Subject : 15.1 Public Hearing for the proposed re-missioning of Eglin Elementary School to include fifth grade, presented by John Spolski, Assistant Superintendent, MIS/Community Relations, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to adopt Resolution 25-02 approving the proposed re-missioning of Eglin Elementary School to include the fifth grade. Public Content A public hearing will be held to receive public input on the proposed re-missioning of Eglin Elementary School to add the fifth grade after the end of the 2024-2025 school year and thereafter, to operate as a K-5 elementary school. Because of the re-missioning of this school it is necessary for the School Board to establish a new student attendance area for those students residing on Eglin Air Force Base proper currently zoned to attend fifth grade at Lewis School. For additional information, please contact John Spolski at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments Resolution 25-02 Eglin AFB school re-mission.pdf (123 KB) 15. Public Hearing Subject : 15.2 Public Hearing to consider the approval of the Charter School Renewal Contract with Destin High School, Inc., presented by Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, Student Support Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 28, 2025 Absolute Date : Apr 28, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Charter School Renewal Contract between the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Destin High School, Inc., for a fifteen (15) year term, commencing July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2040. Public Content A Public Hearing will be held to receive input and consider approval for the 15-year renewal of the Charter school Renewal contract between the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Destin High School, Inc. This renewal Charter between the School Board of Okaloosa and Okaloosa Academy, Inc. is for a term of fifteen (15) years, commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2040, and may be renewed as provided in §§1002.33 or §1002.331, Florida Statutes.​​ The renewal contract is aligned with The Florida Standard Renewal Contract, Florida Statutory Requirements, and Okaloosa School Board Policy. The renewal contract has been reviewed by the applicable departments of Okaloosa School District and Okaloosa Academy, Inc. Please contact Dr. Anita Choice for additional information, 833-6312. File Attachments Destin High School charter amend request.pdf (173 KB) Destin High School Charter School Contract - ORIGINAL.pdf (23,283 KB) 2025 DHS Inc. Charter Renewal Contract.pdf (38,473 KB) 16. Adjournment Subject : 16.1 Adjournment of the meeting by the Chairman Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.1 Notice of Student Disciplinary Hearing Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF STUDENT DISCIPLINARY HEARING The School Board of Okaloosa County will conduct a Student Disciplinary Hearing on April 28, 2025, beginning at 8:30 a.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Training Room 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. 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.2 Notice of Workshop Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF WORKSHOP A Workshop on this Agenda will be held in the Training Room at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida, on April 28, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be open to the press and public. 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.3 Notice of Public Hearing - 6:15 p.m. Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - 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 April 28, 2025, beginning at 6:15 p.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Training Room 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: Re-mission Eglin Elementary School to include Fifth Grade Approval of the Charter School Renewal Contract with Destin High School, Inc. 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. 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.4 Public Notice Meeting : Apr 28, 2025 - 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.