North Port High School JROTC and Student Representative

Arts Aesthetic Moment - Arts in Our Schools Month

AL HARAYDA    al.harayda@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

JODY DUMAS   jody.dumas@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

We currently have affiliation agreements with fourteen institutions of higher learning and are hosting twenty clinical/final internships and 33 Field Experience/Observations from 10 of these institutions for the Spring of 2024.

SETH GARDNER   seth.gardner@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED   danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

Without this agreement, students and families would not have access to state mandated and local resources and supports.

This agreement allows for successful community supports through coordinated efforts among state and local agencies. In addition, this agreement provides wrap around supports to students and families in crisis through various community staffing.

AMANDA COKER  amanda.coker@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

Full Spectrum Behavior Analysis (Full Spectrum ABA), Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a company that provides contracted behavior intervention support using Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Techs (RBTs). The science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is used to program design research-based behavioral interventions. FSBA BCBA support

includes and may not be limited to:

 · Collaboration with school-based teams to create Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)

· Design and/or perform a review of existing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)

· Guide the implementation of the BIP

· Analyze behavior data to guide recommendations

·Build capacity by training school-based staff on research-based interventions directly aligned with the implementation of BIPs. 

HEATHER WASSERMAN   heather.wasserman@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net 

The purpose of the study is to provide a link between Penda Learning's platform usage in science courses grades 3 - Biology to Sarasota County on the schools Statewide Science Assessments (SSA) and Biology End-of-course (EOC) Assessment proficiency.  In order to perform this linking study at the direction of Sarasota County Schools, Penda Learning will need to analyze data from the District during the 2022-2023 school year and determine the extent to which a correlation exists between platform usage and increased performance on Statewide Science Assessments (SSA) and Biology EOC scores.  This study will allow Penda Learning to provide reports to Sarasota County Schools that include time on task related to assessment scores on the SSA and EOC end of year performance.

Penda Science's game-based, standards aligned online intervention platform helps students in grades 3 through biology develop mastery and excel in science.  Penda simplifies data-driven instruction and RTI/MTSS so all students can build their skills and confidence.  Using an engaging, game-based interface that fully absorbs students in learning, Penda online activities supplement science instruction and support differentiated instruction.  All of Penda Learning's activities are aligned to the Florida NGSSS science standards for grades 3-8, physical science, environmental science, and high school biology, and are custom paced with SCS instructional focus guides.

From the data sharing agreement “Sarasota County Public Schools will generate the data requested and post the file via Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) on Penda servers. The file will be password protected, and the password shared via encryption. The file provided by the district and all project working files shall be posted and maintained in the SFTP environment. The data is stored on Penda Learning’s servers in data centers in Virginia, USA, provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS data centers are compliant with the international information security standard, ISO 27001. AWS security and compliance parameters can be found here: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/whitepapers/latest/aws-overview/security-and-compliance.html. Lastly, at the conclusion of the project, all data files will be returned to the district and/or destructed via anonymization then full-deletion.

The results of the data analysis will be shared with the district to identify the impact and alignment between the implementation of Penda Learning platform and student performance on the Spring Statewide Science Assessments (SSA) and Biology End-of-course (EOC) exam.

That the data sharing agreement between Sarasota County Schools and Penda Learning for the Statewide Science Assessments (SSA) and Biology End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment Study and Efficacy Analysis be approved as presented. 

MICHELLE ANDERSON  michelle.anderson@sarasotacountyschools.net 

MEGAN GREEN   megan.green@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

Addresses the interagency exchange and use of criminal justice information that is recognized by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).

SSO would provide us access to information from The Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).

STEVE LORENZ   steve.lorenz@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

Pursuant to School board Policy 7.75 - Obsolete, uneconomical or inefficient surplus property which serves no useful purpose may be disposed of in accordance with state law and regulations. Prior to disposal, reasonable attempts should be made to salvage all or part of any item of property for school use. When it is no longer practical that property be retained, the property shall be offered for sale by auction to the public at large or otherwise disposed of pursuant to Florida law including donation to other governmental bodies or private nonprofit agencies. Disposal of surplus property purchased with Federal funds shall be undertaken in accordance with Federal procedures. Any remaining surplus property may be declared unusable and disposed of in a reasonable, environmentally sound manner.

General Accepted Accounting Principles require that obsolete or unusable equipment be removed from records.

This information is presented on a monthly basis.

That the classification of equipment and furniture, as property to be deleted, in an amount of $523.78, be approved as presented.

TRACY BRIZENDINE  tracy.brizendine@sarasotacountyschools.net

BONNIE PENNER   bonnie.penner@sarasotacountyschools.net

$523.78

Piggybacking is the post-award use of a contractual document or process that allows an entity that was not contemplated in the original procurement to purchase the same supplies, equipment or services through that original document or process. The School Board of Sarasota County Policy 7.70 Purchasing and Bidding allows for this process subject to the provisions of law.

The Purchasing Department has researched and reviewed the competitive solicitations that are available for these purchases and has determined that the use of the attached contract for the purpose cited presents the best value and/or is in the best interest of the School Board.

This was approved for piggybacking April 4, 2023. We want to add additional vendors to obtain additional quotes due to the workload of the vendor we have been using. 

We have been piggybacking the Manatee County School Board Bid to be able to get competitive pricing and we are in need of additional vendors for better timelines and pricing.

To approve the addition the additional vendors of Kompan, Inc., Advanced Recreational Concepts, LLC, and PlaySpace Services, Inc., to be able to get multiple quotes when pricing playground equipment.

That the piggyback contracts awarded to Kompan, Inc., Advanced Recreational Concepts, LLC, PlaySpace Services, Inc, for the anticipated purchase of Playground Equipment and Services be approved as presented.

DON HAMPTON   don.hampton@sarasotacountyschools.net

JODY DUMAS   jody.dumas@sarasotacountyschools.net

Just adding additional vendors.

Funding Source: Capital Funds

The Purchasing Department has researched and reviewed the competitive solicitations that are available for these purchases and has determined that the use of the attached contracts for the purpose cited presents the best value and/or is in the best interest of the School Board. 

PowerSchool Group LLC provides the applications for the district learning management system (Schoology) and the district assessment & analysis platform (Performance Matters). In addition to the aforementioned platforms, PowerSchool also provides professional services in support of the platforms that are outside the normal duties and requirements of the master software agreement. Naviance provides support in the college application process that Pine View Schools pays for separately for their students.

The purchase of PowerSchool solutions have been previously approved.

The purchase of PowerSchool solutions should be approved as presented.

That the contracts awarded to Naviance, Inc. and Powerschool Group LLC for the anticipated purchase of materials and/or services be approved as presented.

JOE BINSWANGER  joe.binswanger@sarasotacountyschools.net 

CHRIS RENOUF  chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

The Construction Services' change orders are summarized on the enclosure for ease of review. Included in these change orders is a ($424,091.49) deduct for Direct Material Purchases and the corresponding ($1,482.97) deduct for sales tax savings and an addition to the Bay Haven CM contract of $108,681.26 to replace fire alarm equipment. Funding for this item is provided by Facilities. These change orders result in an overall contract decrease of ($316,893.20).

Change orders are utilized on construction contracts to adjust the original contract amount for various circumstances. These may include adjustments for an increase or decrease in project scope, adjustments needed to close a contract and return unspent project funds to the district, or for removing the purchase of large items from a contract so the district can purchase these items directly from vendors to save sales tax. The attached documents detail the associated change orders for this item on multiple projects.

Change orders reflect construction project progress and occur normally as a result of conditions on the construction project and district staff managing the costs associated with each project, including deductive change orders to allow the district to save sales tax.

This system has resulted in significant, ongoing savings and allows district staff to continue to maximize these benefits, especially as the construction market becomes more competitive.

That the Construction Services’ change orders be approved and/or ratified as presented.

JANE DREGER  jane.dreger@sarasotacountyschools.net

JODY DUMAS   jody.dumas@sarasotacountyschools.net

($316,893.20)

KEITH LITTLE   keith.little@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED  danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER  allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

The School-Wide Behavior Coach position has been updated to redefine roles and responsibilities specific to the alignment of district initiatives.  This position is specific to supporting school wide positive behavior interventions and supporting the (PBIS) framework, especially best practices, and strategies for Tier 1 for students in grade PK through Grade 12.

DEBRA GIACOLONE   debra.giacolone@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED   danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

The ESE Behavior Specialist position has been updated to redefine roles and responsibilities specific to the alignment of district initiatives. This position is specific to supporting ESE specialized programs across the district with students requiring increased intensive behavior supports from PK through Grade 12:

o Autism Spectrum Disorder

o Behavior

o Access Points

The job description title has changed from Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Behavior Specialist to Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Behavior Intervention Coach PK-12. The new title reflects supporting, developing, guiding, and implementing behavior interventions for students, in addition to coach, training, and guiding staff to improve fidelity of implementation.

HEATHER WASSERMAN   heather.wasserman@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED   danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

The Literacy Coach will provide data-informed and student-centered high-quality instructional support to teachers, supporting the K-12 Comprehensive Tiered Intervention Plan and the Literacy for All Plan.

The Literacy Coach will:

o    Provide professional learning to teachers on highly-effective instructional strategies, grounded in the Science of Reading.

o    Support teachers in analyzing current formative data to design and implement differentiated instruction to students in order to close the achievement gap.

o    Provide job-embedded coaching opportunities to support teachers in implementing instruction that supports students in reaching the rigor of grade-level benchmarks.

DANIELLE SCHWIED   danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

JENNIFER MAINELLI   jennifer.mainelli@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

General Fund

CHRISTA CURTNER   christa.curtner@sarasotacountyschools.net

BONNIE PENNER   bonnie.penner@sarasotacountyschools.net

That the Superintendent's Monthly Financial Report for the month ending January 31, 2024 be approved as presented.

VALERIE MAGGI   valerie.maggi@sarasotacountyschools.net

BONNIE PENNER   bonnie.penner@sarasotacountyschools.net

This agenda item pertains to the annual adoption of the School Board Operating Procedures Handbook. The handbook outlines the protocols governing the conduct, decision-making, and operational efficiency of the Sarasota County School Board.

The operating procedures handbook has assisted with efficient and effective governance procedures for each board member.

The approval and implementation of the revised School Board Operating Procedures Handbook will assist in updating and standardizing board operations, ensuring consistency, transparency, and governance in alignment with best practices.

This agenda item seeks board approval for the job description of the Chief Human Capital Officer position. The role is pivotal in leading the strategic human capital management within the district, focusing on enhancing recruitment, development, and retention strategies to support district goals.

The district has identified the need to enhance the current role of Executive Director of Human Resources position to oversee and innovate human capital strategies, acknowledging past efforts and the necessity for a more focused approach.

With board approval, the district anticipates a strengthened capacity for strategic human capital management, improved staff recruitment, retention, and development processes, and enhanced alignment of human resources practices with the district's mission and strategic goals.

This position will replace the Executive Director of Human Resources job description. The current total compensation for the Executive Director of Human Resources is $226,592.81 (salary and benefits). It is anticipated that the new position will be comparable to the current total compensation with variance based on the level of experience and credentials of the qualified candidate.  

Unlike a school counselor, this role necessitates prior experience in the workforce or adult education, along with a deep understanding of regional workforce training dynamics. The CTE & Adult Career Advisor position is tailored to provide STC students with employment services, encompassing skills assessments, interest surveys, soft skill training, and assistance with interviewing and resume preparation. Additionally, the CTE & Adult Career Advisor will establish and manage a robust network of partnerships, procedures, and initiatives to bolster the career skills, aspirations, and job placement endeavors of current and prospective STC students.

The CTE & Adult Education Career Specialist's primary role will be (but not limited to):

·         This newly created position aims to address the employment requirements of potential, current, and graduated students at Suncoast Technical College (STC).

·         The role involves aiding in the collection and reporting of metrics concerning completion, placement, and licensure, as mandated by our accreditor, the Council on Occupational Education (COE).

·         Additionally, the position will facilitate student access to a range of resources offered by our workforce partners, with a particular focus on Career Source Suncoast.

RON DIPILLO   ron.dipillo@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED   danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

The Literacy Interventionist will provide direct instruction to targeted students by supporting the K-12 Comprehensive Tiered Intervention Plan and the Literacy for All Plan.

The Literacy Interventionist will:

o Identify students in need of intensive intervention, indicated by varied data sources.

o   Lead and support advanced progress monitoring.

o   Deliver intensive daily intervention (K-5, 6-8, 9-12).

The Literacy Interventionist will be highly trained to deliver explicit and systematic interventions aligned to and supported by the science of reading. Training will include job-embedded coursework and district monthly cohort professional learning.

AMY BEECHY   amy.beechy@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED   danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER  allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED  danielle.schied@sarasotacountyschools.net

SUE MECKLER  sue.meckler@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

Salary and Benefits  Admin E

Previous Salary and Benefits Admin F

Total Impact: $21,056.00

The Data Coach Testing Coordinator will work closely with the school-based leadership team to access, analyze, and interpret school-wide student data to inform and drive instructional decisions. This collaborative approach will empower administrators and teachers to directly contribute to improving student learning outcomes.

They will interpret test results, model evidence-based practices, and analyze data to inform instructional support, decision-making, and interventions for both students and teachers.

Additionally, they will be responsible for all school-wide testing, maintaining all test integrity and security as well as ensuring all staff are trained on the appropriate procedures for testing.

Our mission is to foster a data-driven culture that informs instructional practices and accurately measures student achievement. To achieve this, we are revamping the role of the Testing Coordinator to include the role of the Data Coach.

MEGAN GREEN   megan.green@sarasotacountyschools.net

DANIELLE SCHWIED   danielle.schwied@sarasotacountyschools.net

ALLISON FOSTER   allison.foster@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA   rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

This new job description is replacing the existing Testing Coordinator position currently in middle and high schools. The staffing allocation already exists in our basic staffing formulas for middle and high school. Therefore it requires no additional cost to existing budget.

Approval to advertise the following revised School Board policies for future adoption:

•     Policy 3.24 Safe & Secure Schools

•     Policy 3.241 SESIR      

•     Policy 4.10 The Curriculum     

•     Policy 4.115 Grade Forgiveness

•     Policy 4.12 Exceptional Student Education

•     Policy 4.31 Community Speakers

•     Policy 5.321 Possession of Weapons and Other Prohibited Articles

•     Policy 5.343 Use of Time Out, Seclusion and Physical Restraint for Students with Disabilities

•     Policy 5.372 Student Identification Badges Policy

•     Policy 5.50 Academic Honesty      

•     Policy 6.21 District Certificates

•     Policy 6.22 Teaching Out of Field

•     Policy 6.303 Employees with Weapons

•     Policy 8.10 Safety

•     Policy 8.111 Key Control/Access to Buildings

•     Policy 8.112 District Facility and Event Security Screening

•     Policy 8.16 Emergency Drills

•     Policy 8.18 Emergency Closing of Schools and Student Reunification

•     Policy 8.19 Security Plan

•  Policy 8.36 Transporting Students in Private Vehicles

• Policy 9.101 Parent/Family Engagement

We are seeking authorization to advertise policies as part of the rulemaking process for a minimum of 28 days.  Once this time period passes the policies will be brought back before the Board for formal adoption. The proposed policies were discussed at the School Board Workshop on February 20, 2024 with no objection to any of the language by Board members. The attached policies are drafts of those discussed policies and the changes that have been made.

Per F.S. 120.54, a notice of proposed rule is required to be published for Board policy cha­­­­nges. In accordance with our Interlocal Agreement with Sarasota County, approved by our Board on October 17, 2023 and the Sarasota County Board of County Commissioners on November 14, 2023, our notices for each policy will be published on the County’s Publicly Accessible website, with a link on our District website.

After expiration of the required 28-day advertisement period, the Board will be asked to formally adopt the revised policies at the April 2, 2024 Board Meeting.

These policy changes have been discussed with the Board during the February 20, 2023 School Board Workshop.

Upon formal adoption of these policies after the required 28-day advertisement period and a final Board vote, appropriate corresponding updates will be made to district procedures and manuals to align daily operations with the Board policy.

CHRIS PARENTEAU   chris.parenteau@sarasotacountyschools.net

CRAIG MANIGLIA   craig.maniglia@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net

Hewlett-Packard Company has provided Sarasota County Schools with a comprehensive product and service program utilizing The State of Florida Contract 43211500-WSCA-15-ACS (NASPO Value Point) for Computer Equipment, Peripherals and Services.  It is based on a 4-year lease for equipment utilization, management, warranty, repair, and support for six (6) elementary schools: [Brentwood; Gulf Gate; Lakeview; Lamarque; Southside; Toledo Blade]; two (2) middle schools: [Brookside Middle; Heron Creek Middle]; two (2) high schools: [Sarasota High; Suncoast Polytechnical High]; and Suncoast Technical College. 

The agreement with Hewlett-Packard presents the district with a comprehensive turnkey leasing solution for its computer replenishment program, offering a blend of top-quality products and services. Under this agreement, the district benefits from continuous asset management, streamlined deployment logistics, robust warranty coverage, efficient repair support, and effective service management. This ongoing partnership represents the culmination of efforts in year 3 of a 4-year plan aimed at refreshing and deploying computers district-wide.

During the planning phase with the aforementioned schools, thorough assessments are conducted to pinpoint areas where existing technology falls short in meeting the diverse needs of students, staff, and administrators. These insights inform the strategic implementation of the computer refresh program to effectively bridge these gaps. Through this meticulous process, students, teachers, and staff are provided with access to cutting-edge equipment tailored to classroom requirements while also ensuring compliance with digital testing standards.

JOE BINSWANGER  joe binswanger@sarasotacountyschools.net

Student Leadership Academy opened in 2004 and serves Grades 6-8.  Their charter expires on June 30, 2024 and they are seeking a 15 year charter. 

On October 27, 2023, the district received a renewal application for Student Leadership Academy.

The district’s process for the renewal consideration includes the submission of a letter of intent to renew the contract, a comprehensive program review, an update of the charter application, and the development of a new contract.  Consistent with established procedures, a district review team assessed the school’s performance relevant to student achievement, finance, governance, administration, curriculum and instruction, and assessment.

F.S. 1002.33 (7)(c)1 permits the renewal of a charter contract for schools that have successfully completed their contract term in accordance with F.S. 1002.33(7)(a).   Student Leadership Academy has successfully met the statutory requirements for application renewal as a high performing school.

F.S. 1002.33 (7)(c)1 permits the renewal of a charter contract for schools that have successfully completed their contract term in accordance with F.S. 1002.33(7)(a).   Student Leadership Academy has successfully met the statutory requirements for application renewal as a high performing school.

According to F.S. 1002.33 (7)(c)2, a 15-year charter renewal must be granted to a charter school that has received a school grade of “A” or “B” pursuant to s. 1008.34 in the most recently graded school year and that is not in a state of financial emergency or deficit position as defined by this section. Student Leadership Academy has received a school grade of "A" every year since 2010 and is not in a state of financial emergency.

MILLIE WHEELER        millie.wheeler@sarasotacountyschools.net

DENISE CANTALUPO  denise.cantalupo@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA          rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net

On December 13, 2023, the district received an application for Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy for a 2025-2026 opening.

The applicant, the Florida Charter Education Foundation, Inc. currently governs twelve other charter schools in Florida.  Florida Charter Education Foundation intends to contract with the educational service provider, Charter Schools USA if the application is approved.

The mission of the proposed Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy is to "educate scholars through key tenants of classical education grounded in a rigorous and data-driven curriculum.  Through instruction in grammar, logic, rhetoric, and other disciplines, scholars will be empowered to make connections in school and life and encouraged to communicate ideas freely."

The proposed charter will be located at 8751 Fruitville Road in Sarasota.  The first year the school will offer grades K-10 with a projected enrollment of 885 students.  The enrollment projections grow to 1235 students in grades K-12 by year 5. 

According to the requirements in F.S. 1002.33(6), charter applications shall:

1. Demonstrate how the school will use the guiding principles and meet the statutorily defined purpose of a charter school
2. Provide a detailed curriculum plan that illustrates how students will be provided the services to attain the Florida Standards
3. Contain goals and objectives for improving student learning and  measuring that improvement
4. Describe the reading curriculum and differentiated strategies that will be used for students reading at grade level or higher and a separate curriculum and strategy for students who are reading below grade level
5. Contain an annual financial plan for each year requested by the charter for operation of the school for up to five years

The application meets all of the statutory requirements in F.S. 1002.33(6). The Florida Charter Application Evaluation Instrument for Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy is attached.  

According to F.S. 1002.33(6)(b):

• A sponsor shall receive and review all applications for a charter school using the evaluation instrument developed by the Department of Education.
• A sponsor shall receive and consider charter school applications for charter schools to be opened at a time determined by the applicant.
  
  

According to F.S. 1002.33 (6)(b)3.a:

•  A sponsor shall by a majority vote approve or deny an application no later than 90 calendar days after the application is received, unless the sponsor and the applicant mutually agree in writing to temporarily postpone the vote to a specific date, at which time the sponsor shall by a majority vote approve or deny the application.
• If the sponsor fails to act on the application, an applicant may appeal to the State Board of Education as provided in paragraph (c).

MILLIE WHEELER        millie.wheeler@sarasotacountyschools.net

DENISE CANTALUPO  denise.cantalupo@sarasotacountyschools.net

RACHAEL O'DEA          rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net