Okaloosa County School Board — Workshop Meeting, July 22, 2024

Monday, July 22, 2024 Workshop Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Training Room 9:00 a.m. *********************************************** NOTICE: This Board Meeting is being live-streamed for the convenience of the public at the video link above or at https://www.okaloosaschools.com/o/ocsd/page/2024-school-board-meetings *********************************************** 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda as amended: Consent Agenda: Added item 7.31 Reduction of Self-Insured Medical Employee Contributions, at the request of July Perry, Chief Financial Officer; added item 7.32 RFQ 25-06 Summit K12, at the request of Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, Student Support Services. 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.1 Appointment of Assistant Principal I (12 Month), Niceville High School, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Assistant Principal I (12 Month), Niceville High School. 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.2 Appointment of Principal, Silver Sands School, recommended by the  Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Principal, Silver Sands School. 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 : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.1 In-County Travel paid for June 2024, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for June 2024, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments In-County Travel Summary 07.22.2024.pdf (70 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.2 Out-of-County Travel paid for June 2024, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content Out-of-County Travel paid for June 2024, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments Out-of-County Travel Summary 07.22.2024.pdf (69 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.3 Quarterly Report: Service Agreements Under the $10,000 Threshold for Internal and Budgetary Funds, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content Each quarter, the Purchasing Department provides a list of the Internal and Budgetary Funds Service Agreements having a value less than $10,000 that have been entered into by schools/departments. The attached reports show the Service Agreements for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023-2024 (April 2024 through June 2024) sorted by school/department and by provider. For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments S.A. under the $10000 Quarter 4 School FY 23-24.pdf (90 KB) S.A. under the $10000 Quarter 4 Provider FY23-24.pdf (89 KB) 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of July 8, 2024; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 8, 2024, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of July 8, 2024; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 8, 2024. File Attachments 7-8-2024 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (76 KB) 7-8-2024 Meeting - DRAFT.pdf (78 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.3 Invoices to be approved for payment, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve invoices for payment. Public Content As required by SBE Rule 6A – 1.012, purchases outside the established State and District guidelines must be approved by the School Board. Invoices to be approved for payment presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. File Attachments Board Bill Summary 07.22.2024.pdf (67 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.4 School Donations, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer,  and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $18,440.00 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-2024-07-22.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. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.5 Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $66,697,086.50; Self-Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $2,538,012.55; and Bank Transfers totaling $45,473,572.18 for June 2024, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve Warrants in the amount of $66,697,086.50, Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees in the amount of $2,538,012.55, and Bank Transfers in the amount of $45,473,572.18. Public Content Pursuant to Florida Statute 1001.42, Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $66,697,086.50; Self- Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $2,538,012.55; and Bank Transfers totaling $45,473,572.18 for June 2024 are being presented to the School Board. File Attachments 12 - MIS 3478 - Warrant Register - June 2024.pdf (110 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.6 RFQ 25-04 Texthelp, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $67,519.84 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Fund, Project 5475 IDEA - K12 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of uPAR and Snap & Read software subscriptions from Texthelp for a total of $67,519.84, effective July 31, 2024, through August 1, 2025. Public Content Request approval to purchase uPAR and Snap & Read software subscriptions from Texthelp for a total of $67,519.84. Funds will be paid from Federal Fund, Project 5475 IDEA -K12. The contract is effective July 31, 2024, through August 1, 2025, and the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Judy Peacock, Program Director, ESE, at (850) 833-3164. File Attachments TEXTHELP QUOTE.pdf (88 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.7 Sole Source #25-01 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $71,560.70 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Fund, Project 4413 School Improvement Support Plan Recommended Action : Motion to approve purchasing software subscriptions, printed material and professional development from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for a total of $71,560.70, effective July 26, 2024, through July 25, 2025. Public Content Request approval to purchase software subscriptions, printed material and professional development from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for a total of $71,560.70. Funds will be paid from Federal Fund, Project 4413 School Improvement Support Plan, and the contract is effective July 26, 2024, through July 25, 2025. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, DJJ, ESOL, at (850) 833-6312. File Attachments QUOTE.pdf (547 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.8 Sole Source #25-02 Curriculum Associates LLC, presented by Vince Windham Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $53,010.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Fund, Project 5419 Title III Immigrant Children & Youth Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of Ellevate and Strategies software subscriptions through Curriculum Associates LLC for a total of $53,010.00, effective August 1, 2024, through July 31, 2025. Public Content Request approval to purchase software subscriptions for Ellevate and Strategies through Curriculum Associates LLC for a total of $53,010.00. The purchase is made through 6A-1.012(12)(d), and funds will be paid from Federal Fund, Project 5419 Title III Immigrant Children & Youth. The contract is effective August 1, 2024, through July 31, 2025, and a copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, ESOL, at (850) 833-6312. File Attachments CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES QUOTE.pdf (56 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.9 Tag-On Bid: RFP 241904 Specialized Therapy Services, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Funding will be paid by participating department Recommended Action : Motion to approve tagging on to RFP 241904 Specialized Therapy Services through Escambia County Schools, effective through June 30, 2025. Public Content Request approve to tag on to RFP 241904 Specialized Therapy Services through Escambia County Schools. The bid provides multiple disciplines through various vendors, based on fixed awarded pricing. The bid will be used as needed, based on same pricing, terms and conditions. Funding will be paid by participating department, and the contract is effective through June 30, 2025. Copies of the award documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments AWARD DOCUMENTS.pdf (437 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.10 Exempted Purchase Over $50,000: Prisms of Reality, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $124,440.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 4225-DW Classroom Technology, and Capital Fund 1.50 Mill, Project 4225-DW Classroom Technology Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of an experimental platform for math and science from Prisms of Reality that uses Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR). The purchase consists of hardware, software and professional development for a total of $124,440.00, effective September 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025. Public Content Request approval to purchase an experimental platform for math and science from Prisms of Reality that uses Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR). The purchase consists of hardware, software and professional development for a total amount of $124,440.00. The purchase is made through 6A-1.012(11)(b), and funding will be paid from General Fund, Project 4225-DW Classroom Technology, and Capital Fund 1.50 Mill, Project 4225-DW Classroom Technology. The contract is effective September 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025, and copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Brooke Barron, Director I, Curriculum, at (850) 833-3240. File Attachments PRISMS QUOTE.pdf (4,624 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.11 Service Agreement #25-42 Savvas Learning LLC, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $18,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 4110 SAI- ESOL Recommended Action : Motion to approve Service Agreement #25-42 between Savvas Learning LLC, and The School Board of  Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of SIS/ESOL Department, in an amount not to exceed $18,000.00, effective July 29, 2024, through July 31, 2024. Public Content Request approval of Service Agreement #25-42 between Savvas Learning LLC, and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of SIS/ESOL Department to conduct a three (3) day workshop based on SIOP Protocol. The Provider will be paid $6,000.00 per day for up to three (3) days, for a total contract amount not to exceed $18,000.00. Funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 4110 SAI-ESOL. The Agreement is effective July 29, 2024, through July 31, 2024, and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, ESOL, at (850) 833-6312. File Attachments SA #25-42.pdf (218 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.12 Service Agreement #25-43 Connect ASL, Inc., presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $767,151.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Fund, Project 5475 IDEA-K12 Recommended Action : Motion to approve Service Agreement #25-43 between Connect ASL, Inc. and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of ESE Department, in an amount not to exceed $767,151.00, effective August 6, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Public Content Request approval of Service Agreement #25-43 between Connect ASL, Inc. and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of ESE Department to provide Sign Language Translation Services. The Provider will be paid $51.66 per hour for up to 14,850 hours, for a total contract amount not to exceed $767,151.00. This amount includes 11 interpreters for 180 days at 7.5 hours/day. This purchase is exempt under 6A-1.012. Funds will be paid from Federal Fund, Project 5475 IDEA-K12. The Agreement is effective August 6, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Judy Peacock, Program Director, ESE, at (850) 833-3164. File Attachments SA #25-43.pdf (837 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.13 Service Agreement #25-44 Allied Instructional Services LLC, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $26,760.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 2004 Itinerant- Visually Impaired Teachers Recommended Action : Motion to approve Service Agreement #25-44 between Allied Instructional Services LLC and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of ESE Department, in an amount not to exceed $26,760.00, effective August 6, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Public Content Request approval of Service Agreement #25-44 between Allied Instructional Services LLC and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of ESE Department, to provide virtual Orientation and Mobility Services. The Provider will be paid $72.00 per hour for in-person service up to seven (7) hours a week, and $55.00 per hour for office hours up to three (3) hours a week for up to 40 weeks, for a total contract amount not to exceed $26,760.00. Funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 2004 Itinerant-Visually Impaired Teachers. The Agreement is effective August 6, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Judy Peacock, Program Director, ESE, at (850) 833-3164. File Attachments SA #25-44.pdf (517 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.14 Service Agreement #25-45 Modern Therapeutx LLC, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $366,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 0023 Itinerant Speech Recommended Action : Motion to approve Service Agreement #25-45 between Modern Therapeutx LLC and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of ESE Department, in an amount not to exceed $366,000.00, effective August 12, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Public Content Request approval of Service Agreement #25-45 between Modern Therapeutx LLC and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of ESE Department, to provide Speech and Language Therapy Services. The Provider will be paid $61.00 per hour for up to 6,000 hours, for a total contract amount not to exceed $366,000.00. Funds will be paid from General fund, Project 0023 Itinerant Speech. The Agreement is effective August 12, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Judy Peacock, Program Director, ESE, at (850) 833-3164. File Attachments SA #25-45.pdf (699 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.15 Service Agreement #25-50 Synched Up Designs, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $12,500.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 4005 Band Program Recommended Action : Motion to approve Service Agreement #25-50 between Synched Up Designs and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of Fort Walton Beach High School, in an amount not to exceed $12,500.00, effective July 23, 2024, through August 12, 2024. Public Content Request approval of Service Agreement #25-50 between Synched Up Designs and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, on behalf of Fort Walton Beach High School, to provide Custom Music Composition. The Provider will be paid $12,500.00 for a completed full composition, for a total contract amount not to exceed $12,500.00. Funds will be paid from General Fund, Project 4005 Band Program. The Agreement is effective July 23, 2024, through August 12, 2024, and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Derek Fields, Band Director, Fort Walton Beach High School, at (850) 833-3300. File Attachments SA #25-50.pdf (6,461 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.16 Renewal of Municipal Advisory Services Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Ford & Associates, Inc., presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund, Project 9015 Fixed Charges Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of the Municipal Advisory Services Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Ford & Associates, Inc., effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Public Content Request approval to renew the Municipal Advisory Services Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Ford & Associates, Inc. The Provider is registered as the Board's independent registered municipal advisor and will continue to provide services related to the Board's outstanding bond issues as well as an new bond issues including Certificates of Participation (COPs) issued during the term of this Agreement. The Agreement is effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and copies of the renewal documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, at (850) 833-5840. File Attachments RENEWAL DOCUMENTS.pdf (2,001 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.17 Addition of the Level2 Type 2 Diabetes Program offered by United Healthcare, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : Yes Recommended Action : Motion to approve Addition of the Level2 Type 2 Diabetes Program offered by United Healthcare Public Content Level2 is an evidenced-based, specialty care program designed to address the unique challenges faced by employees living with Type 2 diabetes. Eligible employees will receive a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to enable them to see how glucose is impacted by the choices they make. A clinical care team will monitor CGM-provided data and apply a step-by-step method to build new habits and enable better outcomes. United Healthcare has identified 371 members that are living with type 2 diabetes – an increase of 6% over the previous year. Claims costs for these individuals averaged $1,120 per member per month (PMPM) in 2022 and are projected to increase to $1,570 without intervention. The cost of the program is $225 PMPM (participants only) and includes performance guarantees. OCSD will be reimbursed for shortfall if claims are not reduced by at least the cost of program. If a claims reduction greater than $15 over expected is achieved, OCSD and UHC will share the savings over that threshold. For additional information please contact Dr. Lee Hale at (850) 833-5801 Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.18 TremCare Services Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI), a subsidiary of Tremco Incorporated, to provide roof warranties, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities  Planning and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Budget Source : Capital Outlay Recommended Action : Motion is requested for the approval of TremCare Services Agreement between the School Board of Okaloosa County and Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI), a subsidiary of Tremco Incorporated, to provide roof warranties for multiple school sites, effective August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025. Public Content Approval is requested for Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI), a subsidiary of Tremco Incorporated, to provide roof warranties for multiple school sites for a period of one year. A sample warranty agreement is attached. The TremCare Gold Services Agreement provides the following services: 1. Inspection, Preventative Maintenance and Housekeeping 2. Roof Inspection Reporting 3. Storm Reports 4. Leak Response Program 5. Owner's Responsibilities 6. Service Agreement Exclusions and Limitations 7. Other Terms For additional information, please contact Dr. Bill Smith, 689-7158. File Attachments TREMCARE - Sample Warranty Agreement.pdf (270 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.19 Transfer of State and Federally Funded Instructional Materials and Furnishings to Florida Scholars Academy, presented by Tracey Lamb, Director I, Student Services, and  recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the transfer and donation of state and federally funded instructional materials and furnishings to Fllorida Scholars Academy. Public Content The Florida Scholars Academy (Academy) was established by the 2023 Florida Legislature to create a single unified education system throughout the Department’s residential commitment programs. The Academy became fully operational and formally assumed the responsibility of providing in-person instruction to students in the Department’s care and custody. The Department is working diligently to ensure a smooth and efficient transition as the Academy is launched. Toward that end, the Department has been collaborating with the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) to ensure instructional materials and furnishings (e.g., furniture [desks, tables, and chairs], textbooks, portable classrooms, white boards, smart boards, etc.) purchased with state and federal funds for the education of children assigned to juvenile residential programs are transferred to the Academy. This transfer will ensure that these investments continue to be used to meet the educational needs of children assigned to juvenile residential programs. The transfer of the attached items will be effective following the approval of the Okaloosa County School Board. File Attachments Transferedit.pdf (146 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.20 Cooperative Agreement between Florida Diagnostic Learning Resource System (FDLRS) FDOE Discretionary Project and Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Counties, presented by Kathy Ard, Director, Exceptional Student Education, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : FDOE Discretionary Project (Escambia County is the fiscal agent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Cooperative Agreement between Florida Diagnostic Learning Resource System (FDLRS) FDOE Discretionary Project and Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Counties. Public Content FDLRS Emerald Coast Associate Center is a state funded project which provides diagnostic and learning resources for exceptional students, assists in educational evaluations, and facilities the provision of instruction and services to exceptional students and their families. These funds benefit Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Counties. The four functions of FDLRS are: Child Find, Human Resource Development, Parent Services and Assistive Technology. The total dollar amount reflects services provided across all three districts. For additional information, please contact Kathy Ard, 850-833-3164. File Attachments FY 25 FDLRS Emerald Coast Grant.pdf (1,944 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.21 2024-2025 Title III Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth Grant, presented by Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, Student Support Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $45,777.00 Budgeted : No Budget Source : CFDA #84.365A, Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA), as amended through the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), P.L. 114-95 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the 2024-2025 Florida Department of Education Title III Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth Grant. Public Content Okaloosa County School District's projected allocation for the FDOE Title III Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth Grant is $45,777.00. The narrative and grant application are complete and will be submitted to the FDOE following Okaloosa County School Board and Finance Department approval. For additional information, please contact Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, Student Support Services, at 850-833-6312. File Attachments Copy of 460 - DOE 101 Immigrant 20240701 rev7224.pdf (85 KB) 2024-25 ICY Attachment for narrative responsesrev7224.pdf (282 KB) DOE 100A Immigrant7224.pdf (190 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.22 Florida Department of Education Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan Application, presented by Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,442,284.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Mental Health Assistance Allocation Project - 9110 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan Application, Fiscal year 2024-2025 Public Content The Florida legislature enacted the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Act, which included a mental health assistance component. To access the funding to continue mental health supprts in the school district, there is a legislative requirement for a Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan to describe how the funds will be utilized and the requirement for measuring services provided. 2024-2025 required Florida Department of Education application (PDF) and expenditure form is included. For futher information, please contact Teri Schroeder at 850-833-3108. File Attachments Application okaloosa-2024-25-mha.pdf (340 KB) MHAA Planned Funds and Expenditures Form 2024-2025.pdf (88 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.23 Cooperative Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and the Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center, presented by Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Services and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Cooperative Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and the  Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center. Public Content The Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center will provide the Monique Burr Foundation's Child Safety Matters instruction to all elementary students in grades K-5 throughout the district to meet Florida Department of Education's required instruction requirement for internet safety, human trafficking preventioin and substance use / abuse prevention for elementary students (K-5th grades). Agreement term is August 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025. For more information, please contact Teri Schroeder at 850--833-3108. File Attachments ECCAC Final24_25 (Okaloosa).pdf (2,726 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.24 Cooperative Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and CDAC Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. , to provide in-school mental health services to students with parent consent, presented by Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Cooperative Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and CDAC Behavioral Healthcare. Public Content CDAC Behavioral Healthcare is a community based mental health provider. Through this cooperative agreement, CDAC will collaborate with designated OCSD schools to provide the Resiliency Increasing Skills and Education (RISE) program which includes S.S. Grin Curriculum to the students within designated schools. Parent consent is required for student participation. Term of the agreement is July 2024 - June 2025. For more information, contact Teri Schroeder at 850-833-3108. File Attachments CDAC M0A 24-25 July 9 version.pdf (540 KB) Exhibit A to reflect 24-25 schools served.pdf (66 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.25 Memorandum of Understanding between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Children's Volunteer Health Network. to provide preventative and restorative dental services to students with parent consent, presented by Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Memorandum of Understanding between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and the Children's Volunteer Health Network. Public Content The Children's Volunteer Health Network, Inc., a Florida non-profit organization, desires to coordinate with The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, for the purpose of providing dental services, at no cost to students or the School District, for children attending designated Okaloosa County Schools. The term of the agreement is august 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025. For additional information or questions, please contact Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Services at 850-833-3108. File Attachments CVHN Final.pdf (196 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.26 Cooperative Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Children's Home Society, to provide in-school mental health services to students with parent consent, presented by Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Cooperative Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Children's Home Society, to provide in-school mental health services to students with parent consent. Public Content Children's Home Society is a community based mental health provider that provides mental health services to children and their families. Through this cooperative Agreement, CHS will collaborate with the OCSD school based menetal health providers to provide services and supports to students with parent consent. The term of the agreement is August 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025 For more information or questions, please contact Teri Schroeder at 850-833-3105. File Attachments Final 24_25.pdf (195 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.27 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 Steve Bolton, Program Director, Maintenance, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 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. Portable PB50041, FISH 99010, DCA #E-011873 has exceed its useful life - Year built 1968. Please contact Steve Bolton 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. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.28 Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and PT Solutions Holdings, to provide athletic trainer services at middle school football games, presented by Ryan Gore, Program Director, Curriculum and Instruction, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $5,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : general fund, project 8084-Student Safety Recommended Action : Motion to approve the agreement with PT Solutions Holdings for athletic trainer services at middle school football games for the 2024-2025 school year. Public Content The proposed agreement would be to provide athletic trainer services at middle school football games for the 2024-2025 school year. For more information, please contact Brian Humphrey, 850-689-7198. File Attachments REVISED School Board of Okaloosa County - Athletic Trainer Event - 07.22.24.pdf (348 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.29 Affiliation Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Okaloosa Hope Medical Clinic, presented by Jon Williams, Director, Okaloosa  Technical College, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 15, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 15, 2024 Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Budget Source : N/A Recommended Action : Motion to approve the School Affiliation Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and the Okaloosa Hope Medical Clinic for the Practical Nursing Program at Okaloosa Technical College. Public Content The School Affiliation Agreement between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, and Okaloosa Hope Medical Clinic is to provide clinical learning experience for students enrolled in the Practical Nursing (LPN) Program at Okaloosa Technical College for the 2024-2025 school year. For additional information, please contact Jon Williams at 850-833-3500 File Attachments Affiliation Agreement Hope Medical Clinic.pdf (397 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.30 District Course Code Adoption for the 2024-2025 School Year, presented by Stephanie Gillis, Specialist, Curriculum and Instruction, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the District Course code Adoption for the 2024 -2025 School Year. Public Content Request to adopt the attached course for the 2024 - 2025 School Year. For additional information, please contact Stephanie Gillis, Specialist, Curriculum & Instruction, (850) 833-6313. File Attachments Course Adoption Request.pdf (144 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.31 Reduction of Self-Insured Medical Employee Contributions, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Recommended Action : Motion to approve reduction of self- insured medical employee contributions. Public Content Based on a recommendation made by the Benefits Oversight Group, the Superintendent is proposing to reduce self-insured medical employee contributions by 10% beginning with the August 2024 paycheck. The District is also reducing the Board’s contributions by 9%. These reductions will still provide a projected revenue in excess of projected costs. The new rates are shown on the attached document. File Attachments Medical Insurance Funding Rates FY 2025 2024-07-16.pdf (69 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.32 RFQ 25-06 Summit K12, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $53,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Federal Fund, Project 4418 Title III - Part A - ELL Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of literacy subscriptions and professional development from Summit K12 for a total cost of $53,000.00, effective July 30, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Public Content Request approval to purchase literacy subscriptions and professional development from Summit K12 for a total cost of $53,000.00. The purchase is made through 6A-1.012(12)(d), and will be funded from Federal fund, Project 4418 Title III - Part A - ELL. The contract if effective July 30, 2024, through June 30, 2025 and a copy of the quite is attached. For additional information, please contact Dr. Anita Choice, Program Director, Student Support Services, at (850) 833-6312. File Attachments SUMMIT K12 QUOTE.pdf (629 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.1 (Information Only) Employees on Administrative Leave, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content There are no new employees to report that have been added or removed from administrative leave at this time. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.2 (Information Only) Deferred Retirement Option Program, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have elected to participate in the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP). NEW DROP ENTRIES DROP Start Employee Name EID Position Location Date Lawrence Gaither 107308 Bus Driver Trans South 07/1/2024 Susan Ver Steeg 101389 Guidance Counselor Fort Walton Beach HS 12/1/2024 Marcia Anderson 112750 Teacher Longwood ES 07/1/2024 Marcella Johnson 105384 Secretary Fort Walton Beach HS 08/1/2024 For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.3 Addendum to the Master Contract between the School Board of  Okaloosa County and the Okaloosa Education Staff Professionals, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Addendum to the Master Contract between the School Board of Okaloosa County and the Okaloosa County Education Staff Professionals. Public Content The Okaloosa County School District and the Okaloosa Education Staff Professionals Association reached a tentative contract agreement on June 19, 2024, for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, subject to School Board approval and Association membership ratification. The tentative agreement affects only portions of the collective bargaining agreement and salaries. The proposed Education Staff Professionals salary schedule for fiscal year 2024-2025 is as follows: Each employee receives a Step increase, add a new top Step Increase all Steps by 0.25% ESP Subbing in Classrooms - Current rate of $7.75 will change to: $8.00 per hour basic rate $8.50 per hour if subbing 20 or more consecutive days, retroactively $9.50 per hour if subbing 60 or more consecutive days, retroactively ESE Supplements - Added a category for self-contained VE, CBS, & Pre-K D to be paid $1.50 per hour in lieu of $1.13 No change to all other Supplements and Stipends Transportation employees will receive $15 per day on any day in which an employee is assigned additional routes or partial routes during the normal work day Salary changes are effective as of July 1, 2024. For additional information, please contact Lee Hale, 850-833-5801. File Attachments OESP Ratification Document 2024.pdf (107 KB) FY 2025 Ed Staff Prof Salary Schedule Proposed 2024-07-22.pdf (137 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.4 Master Contract between the School Board of Okaloosa County and the Okaloosa County Education  Association, effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Master Contract between the School Board of Okaloosa County and the Okaloosa County Education Association. Public Content The Okaloosa County School District and the Okaloosa County Education Association, teacher's union, reached a tentative contract agreement on June 5, 2024, for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, subject to School Board approval and Association membership ratification. The tentative agreement affects only portions of the collective bargaining agreement and salaries. The proposed Instructional salary schedule for fiscal year 2024-2025 is as follows: 1. Pay for Performance a. No change to Instructional Performance Pay Placement Chart - Minimum base remains at $49,017 b. Highly Effective Designation = 2.63% Annual Increase b. Effective Designation = 1.97% Annual Increase 2. Grandfathered Salary Schedule a. Beginning in fiscal year 2023-2024, personnel receive negotiated annual percentage increases in lieu of steps. b. Highly Effective & Effective Designation = 2.10% Annual Increase 3. Supplements a. No Change 4. Other Compensation a. No Change 5. Other Requested Changes: a. Okaloosa Online teachers will be paid $140 per completer rather than $130 All salary increases will be effective as of July 1, 2024. For additional information, please contact Lee Hale, 850-833-5801. File Attachments OCEA Ratification Document 2024.pdf (132 KB) TEC Evaluation Handbook 2024-2025 DRAFT.pdf (8,706 KB) FY 2025 Instructional Salary Schedule Proposed 2024-07-22.pdf (163 KB) 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 : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 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 July 22, 2024 Separations, Public.pdf (62 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.6 Employee Transfers, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 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 educational support positions. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. File Attachments July 22, 2024 Transfers, Public.pdf (141 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.7 Leave Without Pay, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 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. 9. Discussion Agenda Subject : 9.1 Authorizing Certificates of Participation (The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida Master Lease Program), Series 2024, Evidencing an Undivided Proportionate Interest of Owners thereof in Basic Rent Payments to be made under a Master Lease-Purchase Agreement by the School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, to fund the construction of certain school facilities, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and  recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Discussion Recommended Action : Motion to approve Resolution No. 24- 09 Authorizing the issuance of Certificates of Participation Series 2024 in an amount not to exceed $195,000,000. Public Content The Superintendent recommends approval of Resolution No. 24-09 which authorizes the issuance of Certificates of Participation, Series 2024 in an amount not to exceed $195,000,000, the proceeds of which will be used to finance the lease purchase, including the planning, constructing and equipping, of the Series 2024 Project, which includes: New K-8 School in Crestview Classroom and other additions for Destin Elementary School Classroom additions for Baker School The Resolution delegates authority to the Chairman to enter into a Certificate Purchase Contract and other agreements related to such lease-purchase financing if certain parameters contained in the Resolution are satisfied. File Attachments Resolution - School Board - COP 2024.pdf (1,839 KB) Construction Presentation.pdf (5,741 KB) 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.1 Program Status Report by the Board's Representative to the Construction Program Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.2 TPM Program #6, Task Order #44, Pre-GMP 2024/2025 Priority Roofing Projects, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $150,000.00 Budget Source : Capital Funds - 1.50 Mill Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #44, Pre-GMP 2024/2025 Priority Roofing Projects, in the amount of $150,000. Public Content Approval is requested for Program #6, Task Order #44, Pre-GMP 2024/2025 Priority Roofing Projects. The Project description is as follows: Elliott Point Elementary School – This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing mechanically attached modified bitumen roof system over tapered polyisocyanurate insulation board roof system that covers the low roof area of the main building. The high roof over the Cafeteria does not require replacement. The existing system was installed over metal decking which shall remain. This tear-off area is approximately 500 squares. A new Tremco Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed at all tear-off areas. New edge metal and coping is included. Pre-GMP Budget: $150,000 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.3 TPM Program #6, Task Order #35, GMP New Crestview K-8 School, Destin Elementary School and Baker School Additions, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $169,249,502.00 Budgeted : No Budget Source : Captial - Future COPs 2024 Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #35, GMP New Crestview K-8 School, Destin Elementary School and Baker School Additions, in the amount of $159,249,502.00 and Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment Allowance (FF&E), in the amount of $10,000,000.00. Public Content Approval is requested for TPM Program #6, Task Order #35, GMP New Crestview K-8 School, Destin Elementary School and Baker School Additions. Scope of Work: New K-8 School - Construction of a new 1,100 student K-8 School in Crestview on 80 acres of District-owned land will be completed under this task order. This school will contain all required components for successful operation such as a Gymnasium with PE/Athletic Locker Rooms, Band /Chorus Rooms, Administration, Media/Innovation Center, CTE/Science/Art Wing, and Cafeteria/Kitchen in addition to the two-story classroom wings that will house the K-8 students. The school site will provide the requisite parking, traffic drop-off/pickup queuing for parents and buses, and athletic/recess fields for staff and student use. In addition to traditional classrooms, an appropriate quantity of ESE Classrooms are also designed into the school plan. The Cafeteria is designed as an Enhanced Hurricane Protection Area (EHPA) Emergency Shelter as required by code. Destin Elementary School 3/4/5 Center Project - This project consists of a two-story thirty (30) classroom addition at Destin Elementary on the grounds of the current school. This addition will house 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students and also includes a Multi-purpose Room and Administrative Suite that will serve the entire campus. A stand-alone Restroom/Teacher’s Lounge/Storage building will also be provided that is easily accessible from the main campus and specifically is designed to serve the existing Cafetorium during public events and student use during regular school hours. A new drop-off/pickup roadway will be provided on land recently purchased by the District that is directly adjacent and South of the addition. This will relieve the existing traffic issues associated with the current drop-off road configuration. Additional parking will also be provided for staff and visitors to the school. Sitework includes construction of all required walkways with requisite canopies, a new PE pavilion and relocated/new playground that will be established once the project is complete and portables are removed. Baker Classroom Addition – This project consists of the construction of a new ten (10) classroom addition at the North end of the Baker campus adjacent to the parent drop-off/pickup ramp. The building is designed for secondary education and contains gang restrooms that can serve other areas of the campus. The building will connect to the main campus via new sidewalks with covered canopies. The Total Cost of Work for Task Order #35 is recapped below: $ Jacobs/Titan Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 159,249,502.00 Pre-GMP Phase Services - Previously Authorized & Funded through 5,750,000.00 Sales Tax Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment Allowance (FF&E) 10,000,000.00 Total Cost of Work $174,999,502.00 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments TO35 GMP New K-8 School and Additions.pdf (165 KB) TO#35 COP GMP Comparison Spreadsheet.pdf (31 KB) 11. Attorney's Business Subject : 11.1 Consideration of recommendations, updates, requests, and pending legal matters Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The attorney to the Board may provide updates, recommendations, or make requests regarding legal matters. 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.1 Out-of-State Student Trip Requests approved by the Superintendent. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content An updated list of out-of-state student trip requests approved by the Superintendent will be provided to the School Board Members at the Workshop, and again at the Regular Meeting, to insure they receive the most current information. 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.2 Correspondence, requests and other matters addressed by the Superintendent Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The Superintendent may address correspondence, requests and other matters with the Board. 13. Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Subject : 13.1 Board Members' Announcements/Requests for Information Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action,Information Public Content Board Members may request information or address concerns and other matters. 14. Public Comment - General Public Comments (Yellow Card) Subject : 14.1 Members of the public desiring to address the School Board with general comments - Form MIS 6120 General Public Comments (Yellow Card) Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 15. Public Hearing Subject : 15.1 Public Hearing for adoption of the Elementary and Secondary Codes of Student Conduct for the 2024-2025 school year, presented by Brian Humphrey, Specialist, Student Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Jul 22, 2024 Absolute Date : Jul 22, 2024 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Elementary and Secondary Codes of Student Conduct for the 2024-2025 school year. Public Content A Public Hearing will be held to receive public input and consider adoption of the 2024-2025 Codes of Student Conduct (Elementary and Secondary). Please contact Brian Humphrey for questions or additional information, 850-689-7198 File Attachments 2024-2025 Eng. Elem. Code of Conduct.pdf (224 KB) 2024-2025 Eng. Sec. Code of Stu.Con_.pdf (218 KB) 16. Adjournment Subject : 16.1 Adjournment of the meeting by the Chairman Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.1 Notice of Workshop Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF WORKSHOP A Workshop on this Agenda will be held in the Training Room at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida, on July 22, 2024, 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- 6:15 p.m. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the School Board of Okaloosa County will conduct a Public Hearing on July 24, 2024, beginning at 6:15 p.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Training Room at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida. The purpose of the Hearing is to receive public input and consider approval of the following:  2024-2025 Codes of Student Conduct Any interested party who decides to appeal any decision made by the Okaloosa County School Board with respect to any matter considered during this meeting, will need a record of proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the School Board for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. Any person requiring special accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the Superintendent at (850) 689-7185 prior to this meeting. 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.3 Notice of Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Okaloosa School Board Leasing Corporation - 6:30 p.m. Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content PUBLIC NOTICE THE SCHOOL BOARD OF OKALOOSA COUNTY, FLORIDA will conduct a meeting in its capacity as the Board of Directors of the Okaloosa School Board Leasing Corporation, a Florida Not-for-Profit corporation, to consider the adoption of Resolution LC 2024-02 authorizing the lease purchase financing via Certificate of Participation Series 2024 to finance the construction of a new K-8 school in Crestview, Florida, classrooms and other additions at Destin Elementary School and classroom additions at Baker School. The meeting will be conducted at the School District Central Administrative Complex in the Training Room located at 202 Highway 85 North, Niceville, Florida at 6:30 p.m. on July 22, 2024, or as soon thereafter as this matter may be heard. The meeting is open to the press and public. File Attachments Public Notice - Leasing Corporation - 7-22-2024.pdf (9 KB) 7-22-2024 Agenda Leasing Corp Meeting.pdf (17 KB) Resolution LC 2024-02 - Corporation - COP 2024.pdf (879 KB) 17. Public Notices Subject : 17.4 Public Notice Meeting : Jul 22, 2024 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting will be open to the press and the public. Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Okaloosa County School Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the School Board for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the School Board at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting the Superintendent of Schools at (850) 689-7185. Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the School Board business meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to Resolution No. 16-01. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board and do not necessarily represent their individual religious beliefs, nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on his or her right to actively participate in the public meeting.