Okaloosa County School Board — Regular Meeting, September 22, 2025

Monday, September 22, 2025 Regular Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Boardroom 6:00 p.m. Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance led by Tim Bryant *********************************************** 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/o/ocsd/page/2025-school-board-meetings. *********************************************** 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda as amended: Consent Agenda: Deleted item 7.17 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: AnuVision Technologies, Inc. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Agenda as amended: Consent Agenda: Deleted item 7.17 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: AnuVision Technologies, Inc. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 Proclamation to Recognize the month of September as "Childhood  Cancer Awareness Month," presented by the Superintendent. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Proclamation to Recognize the month of September as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month." Public Content In collaboration with Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research, and Rally Gulf Coast, the Superintendent and the School Board of Okaloosa County recognize the month of September 2025 as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month." File Attachments Childhood Cancer Proclamation 2025.pdf (182 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Proclamation to Recognize the month of September as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month." Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.2 Proclamation to Recognize the week of September 17 through 23, 2025, as Constitution Week, presented by the Superintendent. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Recognition Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Proclamation designating the week of September 17 through 23, 2025, as "Constitution Week". Public Content In collaboration with The Choctawhatchee Bay Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the Superintendent and the School Board of Okaloosa County recognize the week of September 17 through 23, 2025 as Constitution Week. File Attachments Constitution Proclamation 2025.pdf (207 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Proclamation designating the week of September 17 through 23, 2025, as "Constitution Week". Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Linda Evanchyk. 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 : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Information 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.1 In-County Travel paid for August 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for August 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments In-County Travel Summary 09.22.2025.pdf (59 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.2 Out of County Travel paid for August 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content Out of County Travel paid for August 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. File Attachments Out-of-County Travel Summary 09.22.2025.pdf (60 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.3 The Okaloosa Public Schools Foundation, Inc. – A Component Unit of the Okaloosa County District School Board – Financial Statements for Year Ended June 30, 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content Chapter 6A-1.0013, State Board of Education – Administrative Rules, requires “the board of directors of each school board direct-support organization to provide for an audit of the school board direct-support organization to be conducted in accordance with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) auditing standards." The audit report must include any notations of any failure to comply with the requirements of Florida Statutes, State Board Rules, the direct-support organization corporate charter and bylaws, and commentary as to financial management and irregularities. The attached audit of the Okaloosa Public School Foundation, Inc., was performed by the independent certified public accounting firm of Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC. File Attachments Okaloosa Public School Foundation Published FS.pdf (1,407 KB) 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. 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 September 8, 2025; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of September 8, 2025; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 8, 2025. File Attachments 9-8-2025 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (149 KB) 9-8-2025 Meeting - DRAFT.pdf (107 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.3 Appropriation of District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Shalimar Elementary School for Clear Touch Panels in the amount of $12,145.56, presented by Lamar White and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $12,145.56 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Shalimar Elementary School for Clear Touch Panels in the amount of $12,145.56. Public Content District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Shalimar Elementary School for Clear Touch Panels in the amount of $12,145.56. File Attachments Shalimar ClearTouch Panels.pdf (82 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.4 Appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Shalimar Elementary School for a ClearTouch Panel in the amount of $6,249.41, presented by Tim Bryant and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $6,249.41 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Shalimar Elementary School for a ClearTouch Panel in the amount of $6,249.41. Public Content District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Shalimar Elementary School for a ClearTouch Panel in the amount of $6,249.41. File Attachments Shalimar ClearTouch Panel.pdf (82 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.5 Appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Crestview High School for sideline chairs in the amount of $5,874.51, presented by Tim Bryant and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $5,874.51 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Crestview High School for sideline chairs in the amount of $5,874.51. Public Content District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Crestview High School for sideline chairs in the amount of $5,874.51. File Attachments Crestview Deluxe Sideline Chair Quote.pdf (13 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.6 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for the proposed rezoning of student attendance areas for Antioch Elementary School, Bob Sikes Elementary School, Davidson Middle School, Laurel Hill School, Northwood Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School, Shoal River Middle School, and Walker Elementary School, to create a new student attendance zone for Pineview School, presented by John Spolski, Assistant Superintendent, MIS/Community Relations, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the request to advertise a Public Hearing for the proposed rezoning of student attendance areas for Antioch Elementary School, Bob Sikes  Elementary School, Davidson Middle School, Laurel Hill School, Northwood Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School, Shoal River Middle School, and Walker Elementary School, to create a new student attendance zone for Pineview School beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. Public Content A public hearing will be advertised to receive public input on the proposed rezoning of student attendance areas for Antioch Elementary School, Bob Sikes Elementary School, Davidson Middle School, Laurel Hill School, Northwood Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School, Shoal River Middle School, and Walker Elementary School, to create a new student attendance zone for Pineview School beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. For additional information, please contact John Spolski at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments Purple Plan Packet_Page1_Map_K_5v2.pdf (3,882 KB) Purple Plan Packet_Page6_Map_6_8v2.pdf (3,716 KB) Resolution 25-10 Rezoning SY 26-27 FINAL_20250915.pdf (424 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.7 Budget Amendment #11 - Fiscal Year 2024-2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and  recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $4,859,169.37 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Various - See Attached Budget Amendment Recommended Action : Motion to approve Budget Amendment #11 - Fiscal Year 2024- 2025. Public Content On September 9, 2024, the School Board adopted the budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. As the fiscal year progresses, we ask the School Board to amend the budget to more accurately reflect estimated revenues and appropriations. The amendments are results of various factors including: increases or decreases in estimated revenues to more accurately reflect revenues, and increases or decreases in appropriations to more accurately reflect estimated expenditures and/or better utilize funds for schools, departments, and projects. These amendments facilitate district operations to occur in a positive manner. These amendments properly reflect the estimated revenue and appropriations. The amendments show the estimated revenue and appropriations for each fund and provide a description of the amendments. Required by S.B.E. rule 6A-1.006. Additional New Revenue Appropriated/(Adjusted) During the Month of June 2025: Fund Name Fund No. Amount General Fund 1010 $ (181,411.19) Debt Service Funds 2xxx 1,960,670.96 Capital Project Funds 3xxx 2,029,984.01 Other Special Revenue Funds - Federal 42xx/44xx 0.00 Other Special Revenue Funds - Miscellaneous (Internal Funds) 49xx 0.00 Other Special Revenue Funds - School Food Service 5020 1,049,926.94 Internal Service Funds (Self-Insured Medical) 7xxx (1.35) Total - All Funds $4,859,169.37 File Attachments !BA 11 - June 2025.pdf (1,660 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.8 Revised Monthly Financial Statement for June 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Revised Monthly Financial Statement for June 2025. Public Content The revised financial statement for the month ending June 30, 2025, is being submitted for use and consideration of the School Board as required by S.B.E. Rule 6A-1.008. File Attachments Financial Statement 2025-06 Revised.pdf (840 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.9 Invoices to be approved for payment, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - 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 09.22.2025.pdf (73 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.10 School Donations, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $18,750.00 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-2025-09-22.pdf (119 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.11 Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $176,895,674.21; Self-Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $4,126,753.33; and Bank Transfers totaling $14,950,000.00 for August 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $176,895,674.21; Self-Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $4,126,753.33; and Bank Transfers totaling $14,950,000.00 for August 2025, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Public Content Pursuant to Florida Statute 1001.42, Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $176,895,674.21; Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $4,126,753.33; and Bank Transfers totaling $14,950,000.00 for August 2025 are being presented to the School Board. File Attachments 02 - MIS 3478 - Warrant Register -August 2025.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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.12 Permission to pay a Materials and Supplies Stipend to qualified Adult Vocational Teachers, Behavior Analysts, Behavior Interventionists, Mental Health Counselors, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, School Psychologists, Social Workers, Staffing Specialists, Instructional Coaches (ELA, Math, and Science), Consulting Teachers, and School-Based TSAs/Deans, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $47,838.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Project 5080 - Florida Teacher Supply - General Fund & Project 5110 - Workforce Development Recommended Action : Motion to approve payment of a Materials and Supplies Stipend to qualified Adult Vocational Teachers, Behavior Analysts, Behavior Interventionists, Mental Health Counselors, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, School Psychologists, Social Workers, Staffing Specialists, Instructional Coaches (ELA, Math, and Science), Consulting Teachers, and School- Based TSAs/Deans. Public Content The District has distributed stipends for materials and supplies to eligible PreK-12 classroom teachers and other specific instructional staff pursuant to Florida Statutes 1012.71(1). The funding source is the FEFP Base Student Allocation as directed by the State. The Statute does not require stipends to be paid to Adult Vocational Teachers, Behavior Analysts, Behavior Interventionists, Mental Health Counselors, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, School Psychologists, Social Workers, and Staffing Specialists, Instructional Coaches (ELA, Math, and Science), Consulting Teachers, and School-Based TSAs/Deans. Based on past practice, the District recommends that eligible employees in the above-referenced positions, which are ineligible pursuant to F.S. 1012.71(1), receive a stipend equivalent to the amount distributed to eligible Florida Teachers Classroom Supply Assistance Program positions. The proposed stipends for the Adult Vocational Teachers will be funded from Project 5110 - Workforce Development, and the proposed stipends for the remaining positions will be funded from Project 5080 - Florida Teacher Supply - General Fund. The estimated total cost is $47,838.00. These employees shall use the stipend for the purpose of purchasing materials and supplies consistent with the rules and requirements of the Florida Teachers Classroom Supply Assistance Program. The amounts to be distributed are as follows: Employees working 4.50 hours or more per day = $300.00 Employees working 3.75 to 4.59 hours per day = $150.00 File Attachments BAMSS Agenda Item Attachment - Revised for TSAs Deans.pdf (74 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.13 Renewal of ITB 23-02 Indoor Air Quality Remediation, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : District Funding, Project 2313 DW- Environmental/IAQ/T&B Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of ITB 23-02 Indoor Air Quality Remediation, effective September 13, 2025, through September 12, 2026. Public Content Request approval to renew ITB 23-02 Indoor Air Quality Remediation, based on same pricing, terms and conditions. The awarded vendor is Servpro West Pensacola. Funds will be paid from Project 2313 DW-Environmental/IAQ/T&B and the contract is effective September 13, 2025, through September 12, 2026. Copies of the renewal documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments RENEWAL DOCUMENTS ITB 23-02.pdf (128 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.14 ITB 26-02 Epoxy Flooring - District Wide, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : District Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-02 Epoxy Flooring -District Wide to Pro Floors Plus, LLC, based on fixed bid pricing. The three (3) year contract is effective through September 23, 2028. Public Content Request approval of the committee's recommendation to award ITB 26-02 Epoxy Flooring - District Wide to Pro Floors Plus, LLC, based on fixed bid pricing. The contract will be used on an as needed basis and funds will be paid from District funds. The three (3) year contract is effective through September 23, 2028. Copies of the bid and award tabulation are attached. For additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Director, Maintenance, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments ITB 26-02_TAB.pdf (90 KB) ITB 26-02 Epoxy Flooring.pdf (1,613 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.15 Renewal of ITB 22-02 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Services, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $31,750.44 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 2916 Baker- Sewer Plant Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of ITB 22-02 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Services with U.S. Water Services Corporation in the amount of $31,750.44, effective November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2026. Public Content Request approval to renew ITB 22-02 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Services with U.S. Water Services Corporation in the amount of $31,750.44, based on year three (3) pricing, and the same terms and conditions of the bid. Funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 2916 Baker-Sewer Plant, the contract is effective November 1, 2025, through October 31, 2026. Copies of the renewal documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments RENEWAL DOCUMENTS ITB 22-02.pdf (180 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.16 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Lancaster-Johnson and  Associates, Inc., presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $90,629.42 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Food Service Fund - Project 3510 SFS Contract Exclusions, Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of cafeteria equipment for Pineview School for a total of $90,629.42. Public Content Request approval to purchase cafeteria equipment from Johnson-Lancaster and Associates, Inc. for Pineview School for an amount of $90,629.42. Purchases will be made through Pasco County Schools ITB-21-095-DM, funding will be paid from Federal Fund, Project 3510 SFS Contract Exclusions, and copies of the quote are attached. For additional information, please contact Steve Anderson, Program Director, School Food Services, at (850) 301-3020. File Attachments QUOTE JOHNSON-LANCASTER AND ASSOCIATES, INC.pdf (1,344 KB) PRICE BREAKDOWN PINEVIEW 9.22.25.xlsx (20 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.17 Deleted - Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: AnuVision Technologies, Inc, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $59,268.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Funds (Sales Tax) - Project 4225 DW-Classroom Technology Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of charging carts for Pryor Middle School for a total of $59,268.00 Public Content Request approval to purchase charging carts from AnuVision Technologies, Inc., for Pryor Middle School in the amount of $59,268.00. Purchase will be made through TIPS Contract #220105, funding will be paid from Capital Funds (Sales Tax), Project 4225 District Wide Classroom Technology. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Eric Mitchell, Director of MIS and Instructional Technology, at (850) 689-7153. File Attachments QUOTE ANUVISION TECH INC.pdf (84 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.18 Amendment to the Award of ITB 21-04 Fire Alarm Certification & Repair, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Amendment to the Award of ITB 21-04 Fire Alarm Certification & Repair, effective July 31, 2025. Public Content Request approval of the Amendment to the Award of ITB 21-04 Fire Alarm Certification & Repair. The amendment outlines the acquisition of Ivanco, Inc. by Encore Fire Protection, LLC, effective July 31, 2025. Attached is a copy of the Contract Modification Agreement, including the original Board-approved Award Tabulation. For additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments ITB 21-04 FireAlarmCertificationAndRepair_ContractModificationAgreement _Executed.pdf (612 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.19 Amendment to the Award of ITB 20-10 Intercom System Program, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Amendment to the Award of ITB 20-10 Intercom System Program, effective July 31, 2025. Public Content Request approval of the Amendment to the Award of ITB 20-10 Intercom System Program. The amendment outlines the acquisition of Ivanco, Inc. by Encore Fire Protection, LLC, effective July 31, 2025. Attached is a copy of the Contract Modification Agreement, including the original Board-approved Award Tabulation. For additional information, please contact Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments ITB 20-10 IntercomSystemProgram_ContractModificationAgreement _Executed.pdf (775 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.20 Service Agreement #26-82 QBS LLC, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $13,480.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 7016 Professional Learning Recommended Action : Motion to approve Service Agreement #26-82 between QBS LLC, and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of the ESE Department, in an amount not to exceed $13,480.00 Public Content Request approval of Service Agreement #26-82 between QBS LLC, and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of the ESE Department. The Provider will be paid $799.00 per session for Recertification - Safety-Care Trainer Training for 10 personnel and $549.00 per session for Recertification - School Age Children Module for ten personnel, for a total contract amount not to exceed $13,480.00. All funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 7016 Professional Learning. The Agreement will be effective December 1, 2025, through December 19, 2025 and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Judy Peacock, Program Director, ESE, at (850) 833-5878. File Attachments SA #26-82 QBS, LLC.pdf (1,258 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.21 Sale and Disposal of Surplus Property, presented by Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the sale and disposal of the property listed on the attached surplus lists dated September 22, 2025. Public Content Approval is requested for the sale and disposal of the property described on the attached list dated September 22, 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 September 22 2025 Meeting.pdf (93 KB) Surplus Property Food Services list for September 22, 2025 Board Meeting.pdf (90 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.22 Surplus, Salvage and Dispose of one (1) Portable Building (School Board Owned Tangible Property) in accordance with Florida Statutes 1013.28(2)(a) and 274.06, presented by Bobby McElroy, Program Director, Maintenance, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the surplus, salvage and disposal of one (1) Portable Building and remove from the School District inventory. Public Content Approval is requested to surplus, salvage and dispose of one (1) portable and remove from the School District inventory. Additionally, it will be cannibalized prior to disposal/demolition. PROPERTY FISH DCA YEAR SCHOOL NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER BUILT MARY ESTHER PB10261 99047 E-011878 1968 ELEMENTARY Please contact Bobby McElroy for additional information, 689-7159. 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.23 Donate Two (2) International school buses to Destin High School, presented by Ryan Gore, Transportation Director, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Transportation to donate two (2) 2003 International buses to Destin High School. (9-03) VIN#4DRBRAAN43A957658 & (10-03) VIN#4DRBRAAN63A957659 (buses are already in surplus) Public Content Motion to approve Transportation to donate two (2) International buses to Destin High School. (9-03) VIN#4DRBRAAN43A957658 & (10-03) VIN#4DRBRAAN63A957659 Please contact Ryan Gore at (850) 833-4162 for additional information. 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.24 Professional Learning Catalog for the 2025-2026 school year, presented by Sharon Duron, Program Director, Professional Services, and recommended by the superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the attached 2025- 2026 Professional Learning Catalog. Public Content The Professional Learning Catalog is the district's comprehensive in-service plan. Please contact Sharon Duron for additional information, 850-833-5857. File Attachments Professional Learning Catalog 2025-2026.pdf (950 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.25 Agreement to grant Florida Power & Light an Underground Easement at Pineview School, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the agreement to grant Florida Power & Light an underground easement at Pineview School. Public Content Florida Power & Light is requesting The School Board of Okaloosa County grant an underground easement (see exhibit "A") at Pineview School, parcel identification number 24-3N-24-0000-0002-0010. For additional information, please contact Dr. Bill Smith, 689-7158. File Attachments FPL Underground Easement - Pineview.pdf (46 KB) Exhibit A Pineview - FPL UG Easement.pdf (650 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.26 Employee Benefit Program Renewal for the 2026 Plan Year, presented by Sarah Cato, Director, Risk Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Health Insurance Funds Account Recommended Action : Motion to approve the employee benefits renewal for the 2026 plan year. Public Content The Benefits Oversight Group has reviewed all materials relevant to the renewal of the group medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability plans, and new benefits that will be offered and has voted to make the following recommendations to the Superintendent: Group Medical – Recommending renewal with no plan changes and no contribution (District) nor premium (Employee) changes. The United Healthcare ASO fee is increasing by 3%; however, this increase will be offset by anticipated increases in pharmacy rebates. Stop Loss Insurance - Recommending that the existing aggregate and specific stop loss insurance through Sirius America Insurance Company be renewed per the terms illustrated in the attached document resulting in a decrease in premium of 2.3%. Group Dental - Recommending renewal with an increase in premiums of 29.5%. This directly results in going from Employee Only premium rate of $33.30 to $43.13 and Employee + Family going from $92.82 to $120.22. Group Life Insurance - Recommending coverage be renewed with the Standard with no changes for the 2026 plan year. Group Vision - Recommending coverage be renewed with EyeMed with no changes for the 2026 plan year. Group Long Term Disability - Recommending coverage be renewed with the Standard with no changes for the 2026 plan year. Short Term Disability - Recommending coverage be renewed with the Standard with no changes for the 2026 plan year.  Accident - Recommending coverage be renewed with the Carrier change from Standard to AFLAC under the Pierce Insurance Group umbrella of services. Critical Illness - Recommending coverage be renewed with the Carrier change from Standard to AFLAC under the Pierce Insurance Group umbrella of services. Hospital Indemnity - Recommending coverage be renewed with the Carrier change from Standard to ALLSTATE under the Pierce Insurance Group umbrella of services. New Benefits: Cancer Insurance, Whole Life with LTC Rider, ID Theft, Legal Service, & Pet insurance - Recommending coverage added to benefits renewal under the Pierce Insurance Group umbrella of services. HRA/FSA - Recommending renewing contract with Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund to facilitate the plan with no changes for the 2026 plan year. Tele-Therapy, Telemed, & EAP - Recommending coverage be renewed with Ally Health with no plan changes for the 2026 plan year. Attached is a Policy Outline for Benefit Recommended Renewals Summary. Please direct any questions or requests for additional information to Sarah Cato, (850) 833-5823. File Attachments Employee Benefit Renewal Summary - 2026.pdf (112 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.27 School Readiness Provider Contract, presented by Holly Tew, Director I, Curriculum and Instruction, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the School Readiness Provider Application for services, effective September 11, 2025 - June 30, 2026. Public Content As mandated by Florida law, providers of services for children in programs receiving subsidized child care funding must annually complete the School Readiness Provider Contract. The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida will receive funding from the Early Learning Coalition of Okaloosa & Walton Counties for Edwins Primary School. The Early Learning Coalition of Okaloosa & Walton Counties has developed the statewide School Readiness Provider Contract. The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, will begin the new contract year September 11, 2025, through June 30, 2026, based on the approval of this agreement. For more information, please contact Holly Tew at 850-226-4734. File Attachments Edwins School readiness contract ELC.pdf (1,481 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 as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. 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 : 8.1 (Information Only) Employees on Administrative Leave, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content The following employees have been placed on/or removed from Administrative Leave: 103106 127727 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 : Sep 22, 2025 - 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 Lisa Jones 107389 Asst. Principal Mary Esther ES 09/01/25 Nerissa Castleberry 112152 Bookkeeper Northwood ES 10/01/25 Dawn Massey 100385 Principal Florosa ES 11/01/25 For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.3 Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Salary Schedules for School Administrative, Department Administrative, Managerial, Professional/Technical #1, Professional/Technical #2, and Temporary Personnel presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 Salary Schedules for School Administrative, Department Administrative, Managerial,  Professional/Technical #1, Professional/Technical #2, and Temporary Personnel. Public Content Proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 salary schedules for School Administrative, Department Administrative, Managerial, Professional/Technical #1, Professional/Technical #2, and Temporary Personnel are presented for School Board approval. 1. School Administrative - Pay for Performance a. Highly Effective Designation = 1.00% Annual Increase b. Effective Designation = 0.75% Annual Increase 2. School Administrative - Grandfathered a. Highly Effective & Effective Designation = 0.80% Annual Increase 3. Department Administrative a. Highly Effective Designation = 1.00% Annual Increase b. Effective Designation = 0.75% Annual Increase 4. Managerial = 1.50% Annual Increase 5. Professional/Technical #1 (Pay Grades 1 & 2) - 1.00% Annual Increase 6. Professional/Technical #2 (Pay Grades 3, 4, & 5) - 1.50% Annual Increase 7. Temporary – Updated Sub Bus Driver and Sub Cleaner/Custodian rates based on Education Staff Professionals Salary Schedule Notes: The proposed increases for Administrative and Professional/Technical #1 are based on those received by Instructional employees. The proposed increases for Managerial and Professional/Technical #2 are based on those received by Education Staff Professionals. File Attachments Admin - School Salary Schedule - FY 2026 - Proposed.pdf (120 KB) Admin - Department Salary Schedule - FY 2026 - Proposed.pdf (58 KB) Managerial Salary Schedule - FY 2026 - Proposed.pdf (55 KB) Prof-Tech #1 Salary Schedule - FY 2026 - Proposed.pdf (51 KB) Prof-Tech #2 Salary Schedule - FY 2026 - Proposed.pdf (55 KB) Subs & Temps - FY 2026 - Proposed.pdf (53 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve proposed fiscal year 2025-2026 Salary Schedules for School Administrative, Department Administrative, Managerial, Professional/Technical #1, Professional/Technical #2, and Temporary Personnel. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.4 Out-of-Field Report for the 2025- 2026 school year, presented by Sharon Duron, Program Director, Professional Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Out-of-Field Report for the 2025-2026 school year. Public Content Teachers who are not teaching in their area of certification are considered out-of-field. The attached list of teachers are those teachers who are currently not teaching in their certified area. In order to meet state reporting timelines and hire additional teachers as needed, this report will be a fluid document. Please contact Sharon Duron for additional information, 850-833-5857. File Attachments OOF Board Report for September 22, 2025.pdf (171 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Out-of-Field Report for the 2025-2026 school year. 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 : 8.5 Employment Separations, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 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 Sept. 22, 2025 Separations, Public.pdf (95 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve employee separations. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.6 Personnel Recommendations, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 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 Sept. 22, 2025 Substitute New Hires, Public.pdf (75 KB) Sept. 22, 2025 Instructional New Hires, Public.pdf (90 KB) Sept. 22, 2025 Ed. Support New Hires, Public.pdf (55 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve personnel recommendations. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.7 Employee Transfers, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 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 Sept. 22, 2025 Transfers, Public.pdf (130 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve employee transfers. Motion by Linda Evanchyk, 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 : 8.8 Employee Suspension, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employee #123929 for 1-day. Public Content Suspension of Employee #123929 for one (1) day. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 833-5801. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the suspension of employee #123929 for 1-day. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Brett Hinely. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.9 Employee Suspension, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employee #124469 for 5-days. Public Content Suspension of Employee #124469 for five (5) days. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 833-5801. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the suspension of employee #124469 for 5-days. 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 : 8.10 Employee Suspension, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employee #124807 for 1-day. Public Content Suspension of Employee #124807 for one (1) day. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 833-5801. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the suspension of employee #124807 for 1-day. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.11 Employee Suspension, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employee #120633 for 1-day. Public Content Suspension of Employee #120633 for one (1) day. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 833-5801. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the suspension of employee #120633 for 1-day. 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 : 8.12 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 : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 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 Jamie Price Baker School 35.00 Kim Thomas Davidson Middle School 7.50 Leigh Martin Niceville High School 7.50 Rhonda Ward Transportation North 12.75 Tiffany Silver Transportation North 65.00 For more information, contact Lee Hale 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 Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.13 Leave Without Pay, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 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. Motion & Voting Motion to approve leave without pay. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Linda Evanchyk. 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 : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.2 Program #6, Task Order #27, Pre- GMP for Bruner Middle School Chilled Water Piping/HVAC Project, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Sep 22, 2025 Absolute Date : Sep 22, 2025 Dollar Amount : $100,000.00 Budget Source : Capital Funds (Sales Tax) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the increased amount to Program #6, Task Order  #27, Pre-GMP for Bruner Middle School Chilled Water Piping/HVAC Project, increasing the amount but not to exceed from $150,000.00 to $250,000.00. Public Content Approval is requested to increase the amount to Program #6, Task Order #27, Pre-GMP for Bruner Middle School Chilled Water Piping/HVAC Project, this additional scope requires additional Pre-GMP funds to cover the design and Construction Administration activities associated with this new scope, increasing the amount but not to exceed from $150,000.00 to $250,000.00. Scope of Work: Additional scope existing of two (2) new Roof Top Units (RTUS), a new chiller and new pumps for both chillers including associated piping and controls have been requested for this project. Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the increased amount to Program #6, Task Order #27, Pre-GMP for Bruner Middle School Chilled Water Piping/HVAC Project, increasing the amount but not to exceed from $150,000.00 to $250,000.00. Motion by Parker Destin, second by Tim Bryant. 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 : Sep 22, 2025 - 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 : Sep 22, 2025 - 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. File Attachments Out of State Student Trip Requests - 9-22-25.pdf (699 KB) 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.2 Correspondence, requests and other matters addressed by the Superintendent Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The Superintendent may address correspondence, requests and other matters with the Board. 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.1 School Board Member Travel Request Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve funding for travel request for School Board Member Tim Bryant to attend the National Summit on Education, New Orleans, LA, November 17-19, 2025. This travel has been confirmed as official School Board business and complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. Public Content Mr. Bryant has requested to attend the National Summit on Education, New Orleans, LA, November 17-19, 2025. Florida Statute §1001.39 requires that School Board members who travel outside of the District, and are requesting reimbursement of travel expense in excess of $500, obtain approval from the School Board that the travel is for official School Board business and that it complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. An itemized list detailing all anticipated travel expenses is attached. File Attachments National Summit on Education Nov 2025 - Estimated Expenses - Mr. Bryant .pdf (10 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve funding for travel request for School Board Member Tim Bryant to attend the National Summit on Education, New Orleans, LA, November 17-19, 2025. This travel has been confirmed as official School Board business and complies with the rules of the State Board of Education. Motion by Brett Hinely, second by Linda Evanchyk. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.2 Designation of School Board Member to serve as the Board's representative to the Educational Support Professional of the Year Selection Committee. Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to designate School Board Member as the Board's representative to serve on the Educational Support Professional of the Year Selection Committee. Public Content Linda Evanchyk currently serves as the Board's representative to the Educational Support Professional of the Year Selection Committee. Motion & Voting  Motion to designate School Board Member as the Board's representative to serve on the Educational Support Professional of the Year Selection Committee. Motion by Linda Evanchyk, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.3 Designation of School Board Member to serve as the Board's representative to the Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year Selection Committee Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Oct 13, 2025 Absolute Date : Oct 13, 2025 Recommended Action : Motion to designate School Board Member to serve as the Board's representative to the Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year Selection Committee. Public Content Dr. Lamar White currently serves as the Board's representative to the Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year Selection Committee. Motion & Voting Motion to designate School Board Member to serve as the Board's representative to the Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year Selection Committee. Motion by Tim Bryant, second by Parker Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Parker Destin, Linda Evanchyk, Brett Hinely, Lamar White 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.4 Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - 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 : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : Information 15. Adjournment Subject : 15.1 Adjournment of the meeting by the Chairman Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular Meeting Type : 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.1 Notice of Workshop Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - Regular 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 September 22, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be open to the press and public. 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.2 Public Notice Meeting : Sep 22, 2025 - 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.