Okaloosa County School Board — Regular Meeting, February 23, 2026

Monday, February 23, 2026 Regular Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Boardroom 5:00 p.m. Public Hearing 5:15 p.m. Invocation offered by Dr. Christopher Laster, Dorcas Baptist Church Pledge of Allegiance led by D. Parker Destin *********************************************** 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 : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Agenda Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Lamar White. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.1 Appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Walker Elementary School, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month),  Walker Elementary School. Public Content Motion & Voting Motion to approve the appointment of Julie Ward to the position of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Walker Elementary School. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.2 Appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month, Richbourg School, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Richbourg School. Public Content Motion & Voting Motion to approve the appointment of Jackie Windham to the position of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Richbourg School. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Lamar White. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 5. Public Comment - Agenda Items Only (Blue Card) Subject : 5.1 Members of the public desiring to address the School Board regarding Agenda items only - Form MIS 5241  Discussion of Agenda Items (Blue Card) Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Information 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.1 Okaloosa County District School Board Internal Funds Financial Statements for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content Chapter 6A-1.087, State Board of Education - Administrative Rules, requires the School Board to provide for an annual audit of school internal funds and requires that the auditor submit a signed, written report to the School Board which shall include any notations of any failure to comply with the requirements of Florida Statutes, State Board Rules and policies of the School Board, and commentary as to financial management and irregularities. The report is being presented to the School Board as an information item only, which does not require a vote; however, the presentation of the report is filed as a part of public records of the Board and reflects this fact in the minutes of the School Board. The independent certified public accounting firm of Carr, Riggs & Ingram, L.L.C., performed the audit of the school internal funds. When an audit is performed, it is normal to have exceptions - one or two items that are not in compliance. If this happens, the auditor expands the sample to see if any more items are found. If they are, this rises to the level of a finding. There are four types of audit findings: Level 1 - Improvement Points, Level 2 - Control Deficiencies, Level 3 - Significant Deficiencies, and Level 4 - Material Weaknesses. Out of 37 schools, only 9 schools had findings. All findings were Level 1 only, and additional training has been provided to these bookkeepers. Of the 28 schools with no findings, only 8 had exceptions. This means that 20 schools not only had no findings, they also had no exceptions. File Attachments Okaloosa County District School Board - Audited Financial Statements June 30, 2025.pdf (3,003 KB) Okaloosa County District School Board - Required Communications.pdf (319 KB) Internal Funds Audit Report - Summary of Findings FY 2025.pdf (72 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.2 In-County Travel paid for January 2026, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for January 2026, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments In County Travel Summary 02.23.2026.pdf (193 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.3 Out-of-County Travel paid for January 2026, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content Out-of-County Travel paid for January 2026, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments Out of County Travel Summary 02.23.2026.pdf (184 KB) 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of February 9, 2026; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 9, 2026, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of February 9, 2026; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 9, 2026. File Attachments 2-9-2026 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (135 KB) 2-9-2026 Meeting - DRAFT.pdf (134 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.3 Appropriation of District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Bruner Middle School for an exterior wall mural in the amount of  $2,500.00, presented by Parker Destin and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,500.00 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 Bruner Middle School School for an exterior wall mural in the amount of $2,500.00. Public Content District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Bruner Middle School School for an exterior wall mural in the amount of $2,500.00. File Attachments Bruner Exterior Wall Mural.pdf (202 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.4 Appropriation of District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Fort Walton Beach High School for window and door graphics in the amount of $15,460.20, presented by Parker Destin and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $15,460.20 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 Fort Walton Beach High School for window and door graphics in the amount of $15,460.20. Public Content District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Fort Walton Beach High School for window and door graphics in the amount of $15,460.20. File Attachments FWB Window and Door Graphics Quote - Omnia Contract R250101.pdf (10 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.5 Appropriation of District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Baker School for music equipment in the amount of $2,807.84, presented by Linda Evanchyk and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,807.84 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Baker School for music equipment in the amount of $2,807.84. Public Content District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Baker School for music equipment in the amount of $2,807.84. File Attachments Baker Music Equipment.pdf (49 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.6 Invoices to be approved for payment, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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 02.23.2026.pdf (203 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.7 School Donations, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $66,900.92 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-2026-02-23.pdf (125 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.8 Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $41,020,834.37; Self-Health  Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $4,378,510.17; and Bank Transfers totaling $100,000,000.00 for January 2026, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve Warrants in the amount of $41,020,834.37, Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees in the amount of $4,378,510.17, and Bank Transfers in the amount of $100,000,000.00. Public Content Pursuant to Florida Statute 1001.42, Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $41,020,834.37; Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $4,378,510.17; and Bank Transfers totaling $100,000,000.00 for January 2026 are being presented to the School Board. File Attachments 07 - MIS 3478 - Warrant Register - January 2026.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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.9 Revised Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Child Care Fees for Southside Child Care, presented by Julie Perry, Chief  Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Recommended Action : Motion to approve Revised Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Child Care Fees for Southside Child Care. Public Content The School Board approved the Child Care Fees for fiscal year 2025-2026 on August 11, 2025. Southside Child Care is requesting the attached changes to the approved fees in order to align with the ELC contract. File Attachments !Southside Child Care Fees for Agenda Item FY 2026 2025-02-23 - FOR THE BOARD.pdf (77 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.10 Renewal of ITB 22-12 Fuel - Gasoline & Diesel, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of ITB 22-12 Fuel - Gasoline & Diesel, effective March 12, 2026 through March 11, 2027. Public Content Request approval to renew ITB 22-12 Fuel - Gasoline & Diesel. The awarded vendor is Mansfield Oil Company of Gainesville, Inc. and the contract will be used as needed for the purchase of gasoline and diesel fuels, based on per gallon fixed markup/discount to OPIS Average Weekly Rack price, and the contract is effective March 12, 2026 through March 11, 2027. Copies of the renewal documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments Rewal Documents for ITB 22-12.pdf (35 KB) ITB 22-12_TAB.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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.11 ITB 26-03 Telecommunication Services for Wide Area Network (WAN), presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $42,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-03 Telecommunication Services for Wide Area Network (WAN) in the amount of $42,000.00. The contract is effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Public Content Request approval of the Committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-03 Telecommunication Services for Wide Area Network (WAN) to Cox Communications Gulf Coast in the amount of $42,000.00. Funds will be paid from General Funds and the contract is effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Copies of the Award Tabulation and solicitation document are attached. For comparison purposes, the District is currently paying $32,700 for WAN. For additional information, please contact Eric Mitchell, Director, IT & MIS, at (850) 689-7153. File Attachments ITB 26-03_TAB.pdf (128 KB) ITB 26-03 Telecom for WAN.pdf (1,337 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.12 ITB 26-04 Internet Services, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $36,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-04 Internet Services to Cox Communications Gulf Coast in the amount of $36,000.00, effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Public Content Request approval of the committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-04 Internet Services to Cox Communications Gulf Coast in the amount of $36,000.00. Funds will be paid from General Funds. The contract is effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Copies of the Award Tabulation and the solicitation document are attached. For comparison purposes, the District is currently paying $88,440 per year for Internet Services. For additional information, please contact Eric Mitchell, Director, IT & MIS, at (850) 689-7153. File Attachments ITB 26-04_TAB.pdf (119 KB) ITB 26-04 Internet Services.pdf (1,816 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.13 ITB 26-05 Network Infrastructure E-RATE, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Funds As Available Recommended Action : Motion to approve the committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-05 Network Infrastructure E-RATE to DOF Creations, LLC, effective May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2029. Public Content Request approval of the committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-05 Network Infrastructure E-RATE to DOF Creations, based on fixed pricing as needed throughout the contract, effective May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2029. Funds will be paid from Federal Funds. Copies of the bid and award tabulation are attached. For additional information, please contact Eric Mitchell, Director, Information Systems at (850) 689-7153. File Attachments ITB 26-05_TAB.pdf (139 KB) ITB 26-05 Network Infrastructure.pdf (1,382 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.14 Renewal of Tag-On Bid: Annual Agreement for Portable Moving Services, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Fund, Project 2353 DW- Portable Repairs & Relocation Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of Tag- On Bid Annual Agreement for Portable Moving Services through Escambia County Schools, effective through November 18, 2026. Public Content File Attachments RENEWAL DOCUMENTS PORTABLE MOVING SERVICES.pdf (4,404 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.15 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Howard Technologies, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $314,270.10 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund Grant, Project 6141 Okaloosa County Schools Classroom Technology Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of technology equipment from Howard Technologies for a total of $314,270.10 Public Content Request approval to purchase technology equipment from Howard Technologies for a total of $314,270.10. The purchase is made through Contract PAEC 23-165, and funding will be paid from the General Fund Grant received for this purpose. A copy of both quotes are attached. For additional information, please contact Eric Mitchell, Director, MIS/IT, at (850) 689-7153. File Attachments HTS_1608307.00.pdf (76 KB) HTS_1609149.00.pdf (76 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.16 Sale and Disposal of Surplus Property, presented by Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the sale and disposal of the property listed on the attached surplus list dated February 23, 2026. Public Content Approval is requested for the sale and disposal of the property described on the attached list dated February 23, 2026. 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 February 23 2026 Meeting.pdf (93 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.17 Affiliation Agreement between the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and North Florida Division I and UCF Lake Nona Hospital, presented by Jennifer Beasley, Program Director Career and Technical Education, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 2026 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Affiliation Agreement between the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and North Florida Division I and UCF Lake Nona Hospital, for the Practical Nursing Programs. Public Content This Affiliation Agreement governs the operation of clinical experiences that are part of the curriculum for the Practical Nursing programs, and is effective for two years. For more information, contact Jennifer Beasley at 850-833-5858 File Attachments 2026 Hospital Affiliation Agreement.pdf (166 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.1 (Information Only) Employees on Administrative Leave, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content The following employees have been placed on/or removed from Administrative Leave: EID: 126114 For more information, contact 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. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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 Tony Taylor 105359 Bus Driver Trans Central 7/1/2026 Mirenda Blasingim 107159 Secretary OTC 7/1/2026 For more information, contact Lindsay Maxey at 833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.3 Heroes in the Classroom Bonus Program application for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026, presented by Sharon Duron, Program Director, Professional Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $46,000.00 Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Heroes in the Classroom Bonus Program application for the fiscal year 2025-2026, in the amount of $46,000. Public Content Okaloosa County School District will use funds from this program to supply eligible teachers with either a $4,000 or $5,000 bonus, less the District's portion of Retirement and FICA benefits, through the regular payroll process. The Florida Legislature esablished Florida's Heroes in the Classroom Bonus Program to support the recruitment of Florida's fully retired first responders and veterans who commit to joining the teaching profession as a full time classroom teacher for a minimum of two school years. The program also provides an additional bonus to fully retired first responders and veterans teaching a course in a high demand teacher needs area as defined in s.1012.07. F.S. For additional information, please contact Sharon Duron at 850-833-5805. File Attachments 460 - DOE 100A - Heroes in the Classroom 20260211.pdf (439 KB) 460 - DOE 101S - Heroes in the Classroom 20260211.pdf (200 KB) 2026 Spreadsheet of Applicants.pdf (422 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Heroes in the Classroom Bonus Program application for the the fiscal year 2025-2026, in the amount of $46,000. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.4 Employment Separations, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 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 Lindsay Maxey at 850-833-5801. File Attachments February 23, 2026 Separations, Public.pdf (92 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve employee separations. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.5 Personnel Recommendations, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 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 for substitute positions. For more information, contact Lindsay Maxey at 850-833-5801. File Attachments February 23, 2026 Ed. Support New Hires, Public.pdf (55 KB) February 23, 2026 Instructional New Hires, Public.pdf (91 KB) February 23, 2026 Substitute New Hires, Public.pdf (85 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve personnel recommendations. Motion by Lamar White, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.6 Employee Transfers, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 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, education support and administrative positions. For more information, contact Lindsay Maxey at 850-833-5801. File Attachments February 23, 2026 Transfers, Public.pdf (134 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve employee transfers. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Lamar White. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.7 Reinstatement/Reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of duty illness/injury/medical examination, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 2026 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 Claire Massingill Niceville High School 15.00 Melissa Thomas Richbourg School 3.00 Rhonda Ward Transportation North 8.75 For more information, contact Lindsay Maxey at 850-833-5801. Motion & Voting Motion to Approve Reinstatement/Reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of duty illness/injury/medical examination. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.8 Leave Without Pay, presented by Lindsay Maxey, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 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 Lindsay Maxey at 850-833-5801. Motion & Voting Motion to approve leave without pay. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.1 Program Status Report by the Board's Representative to the Construction Program Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.2 TPM Program #6, Task Order #37, Scope Modification #3, GMP Sales Tax HVAC Projects, Niceville High School Media Center Chilled Water Supply/Return Piping Insulation Replacement Project, presented by Dustin Keith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and presented by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 2026 Dollar Amount : $177,823.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital - Sales Tax Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #37, Scope Modification #3, GMP Sales Tax HVAC Projects, Niceville High School Media Center Chilled Water Supply/Return Piping Insulation Replacement Project, in the amount of $177,823.00. Public Content Approval is requested for TPM Program #6, Task Order #37, Scope Modification #3, GMP Sales Tax HVAC Projects, Niceville High School Media Center Chilled Water Supply/Return Piping Insulation Replacement Project. Niceville High School Media Center Chilled Water Supply/Return Piping Insulation Replacement Project – This project consists of the replacement of the existing Chilled water return and supply piping insulation in the Media Center. The existing piping insulation has failed and has allowed leaking of condensate onto the ceiling. This failed insulation will be removed and replaced with new. Existing ceilings will be removed and reinstalled after the work is complete. Painting of new gypsum board ceilings will be required after the work is complete. Jacobs/Titan Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) $177,823.00 Total Cost of Work $177,823.00 Please contact Dustin Keith for additional information, 689-7151. File Attachments GMP TO37 SM3 Cost Comp Matrix.pdf (249 KB) GMP TO37 SM#3 NHS MC CWS-R Piping Insulation.pdf (198 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #37, Scope Modification #3, GMP Sales Tax HVAC Projects, Niceville High School Media Center Chilled Water Supply/Return Piping Insulation Replacement Project, in the amount of $177,823.00. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 11. Attorney's Business Subject : 11.1 Consideration of recommendations, updates, requests, and pending legal matters Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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 : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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 : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The Superintendent may address correspondence, requests and other matters with the Board. File Attachments JS-Chambers SBM 2.23.2026 (1).pdf (83,220 KB) 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.1 Submission of Peggy Gorday Bruner Award Ballots Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Information 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.2 Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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 : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Information 15. Public Hearing Subject : 15.1 Public Hearing for consideration and approval of Resolution 26-01 adopting a school closure plan for Longwood 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 : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to adopt Resolution 26-01 approving the proposed school closure plan for Longwood Elementary School at the end of the 2025-2026 school year; and to provide for the surplus and disposal of real property. Public Content Approval is requested for the adoption of Resolution 26-01 for the purpose of approving the proposed school closure plan for Longwood Elementary School at the end of the 2025-2026 school year; and to provide for the surplus and disposal of real property. A Public Hearing will be held by the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, at 5:15 p.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard, Monday, February 23, 2026, in the Boardroom at the School Board's Central Administration Complex, located at 202A Highway 85 North, Niceville, Florida. Immediately following the pubic hearing, The School Board of Okaloosa County Florida, will consider final action regarding Resolution 26-01. For additional information, please contact John Spolski at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments Resolution 26-01 Longwood Elementary.pdf (156 KB) JS-Chambers SBM 2.23.2026 (1).pdf (83,220 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to adopt Resolution 26-01 approving the proposed school closure plan for Longwood Elementary School at the end of the 2025-2026 school year; and to provide for the surplus and disposal of real property. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 15. Public Hearing Subject : 15.2 Public Hearing for consideration and adoption of Resolution 26-02 approving the proposed 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 : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to adopt Resolution 26-02 approving the proposed 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 Approval is requested for the adoption of Resolution 26-02 for the purpose of approving the proposed 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. A Public Hearing will be held by the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, at 5:15 p.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard, Monday, February 23, 2026, in the Boardroom at the School Board's Central Administration Complex, located at 202A Highway 85 North, Niceville, Florida. Immediately following the pubic hearing, The School Board of Okaloosa County Florida, will consider final action regarding Resolution 26-02. For additional information, please contact John Spolski at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments Resolution 26-02 Mary Esther Elementary School.pdf (160 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to adopt Resolution 26-02 approving the proposed 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. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 15. Public Hearing Subject : 15.3 Public Hearing for consideration and adoption 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 : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Feb 23, 2026 Absolute Date : Feb 23, 2026 Recommended Action : Motion to adopt 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 Approval is requested for Resolution 26-03 for the purpose of approving 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. A Public Hearing will be held by the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, at 5:15 p.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard, Monday, February 23, 2026, in the Boardroom at the School Board's Central Administration Complex, located at 202A Highway 85 North, Niceville, Florida. Immediately following the pubic hearing, The School Board of Okaloosa County Florida, will consider final action regarding Resolution 26-03. For additional information, please contact John Spolski at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments Resolution 26-03 Rezoning South Okaloosa County.pdf (457 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to adopt 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, Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Brett Hinely. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 16. Adjournment Subject : 16.1 Adjournment of the meeting by the Chairman Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular Meeting Type : 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.1 Notice of Workshop Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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 February 23, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be open to the press and public. 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.2 Notice of Public Hearing - 5:15 p.m. Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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 February 23, 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: Adoption of Resolution 26-01 for the purpose of approving the proposed school closure plan for Longwood Elementary School at the end of the 2025-2026 school year; and to provide for the surplus and disposal of real property. Adoption of Resolution 26-02 for the purpose of approving the proposed 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. Adoption of Resolution 26-03 for the purpose of approving 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. 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 NOTICE OF INTENT - Closure & Disposal of Longwood Elementary School.pdf (68 KB) NOTICE OF INTENT - Closure & Disposal of Mary Esther Elementary School.pdf (68 KB) NOTICE OF INTENT - Rezoning South Okaloosa County Schools.pdf (69 KB) 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.3 Public Notice Meeting : Feb 23, 2026 - Regular 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.