Public Agenda
TYPE: MONTHLY BOARD MEETING
DATE: 11/14/2024 TIME: 5:00 PM
Agenda Attachment
LOCATION: City Council Chambers
DETAILS:
 
5:00 PM - OPENING OF PUBLIC MEETING (SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION)
1. Meeting Call to Order Info
2. Advanced Instruction Update Info
3. New Course Proposals Info
4. New Accreditation & Accountability System Info
MOTION TO GO INTO A CLOSED MEETING
1. Motion To Go Into A Closed Meeting Action
RECONVENE IN OPEN MEETING
1. Meeting Call to Order Info
CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED MEETING
1. A Resolution of Certification of the Closed Meeting of November 14, 2024 Pursuant to Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia Action
MEETING RECESS
1. Recess of Meeting Info
7:00 PM - RE-OPENING OF PUBLIC MEETING
1. Meeting Call to Order Info
2. Pledge of Allegiance - KFHS NJROTC Info
3. Moment of Silence Info
4. The Mission of Suffolk Public Schools is to: * produce 21st century learners that will become productive citizens in society. * foster a dyamic, safe and nurturing learning environment. * partner with school community for the benefit of students and staff. * strengthen the school division by employing a highly qualified and diverse staff. * effectively and efficiently manage capital and human resources. * effectively communicate to increase community investment. Info
ACTION ON CLOSED MEETING ITEMS
1. Student Record Review Number 2024/25-7RR Action
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Approval of Agenda Action
PUBLIC SPEAKERS ON AGENDA TOPICS
1. Citizen Comments on Agenda Items 1. Bryan Walrath - Re: Driver Elementary School Info
REPORTS BY THE SUPERINTENDENT
1. Good News Report: a. The Tidewater Consortium Secures a $9 Million Teacher Quality Partnership Grant from the US Department of Education b. All SPS Early Start, Pre-K and Early Childhood Classrooms Successfully Met Virginia's Quality Expectations for 2024-2025 c. Superintendent Dr. John B. Gordon III Joins the Network of Distinguished Educators d. Latricia Russell-Wilkerson, Textbooks Technician, is Featured in a Frontline Case Study e. SPS Star Achiever Nominees: 1st Quarter f. John Yeates Middle School & Creekside Elementary School Achieve 90% or Greater Student Attendance for September g. Hillpoint Elementary School Earns 3rd Place in the Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers' 2024 "Vote for a School" Contest h. Oakland Elementary Receives the 2024-2025 Board of Education Highest Achievement Award i. Lakeland High School Receives the 2024-2025 Board of Education Continuous Improvement Award j. Col. Fred Cherry MS, Elephant's Fork ES & Northern Shores ES Earn Purple Star Awards for Meeting the Needs of Military Children & Families k. Center for Performing & Production Arts Students Re-Score the Music for 'Nosferatu' and Perform at Regal Harbour View Grande Cinemas l. Bayport Athlete of the Week: Tavion Douglas, NRHS m. Middle School Athletic Champions: Col. Fred Cherry MS Girls Basketball/King's Fork MS Boys Basketball n. High School Athletic Highlights o. Bus Driver Perfect Attendance for September & October Info
2. Calendar of Special Events Info
CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of Consent Agenda Action
2. Field Trip: LHS - 12th Grade ACCESS Students - Blacksburg, Virginia; November 2-4, 2024 Action
3. Field Trip: LHS 9th-12th Orchestra Students - Blacksburg, Virginia; November 15-16, 2024 Action
4. Field Trip: KFHS 9th -12th FBLA - Washington, D.C.; December 6, 2024 Action
5. Field Trip: KFHS Girls Varsity Basketball Team - Springfield, Virginia; December 13-15, 2024 Action
6. Field Trip: KFHS - Varsity Boys Basketball Team; Philadelphia, PA; December 14-15, 2024 Action
7. Field Trip: NRHS - Girls Varsity Basketball Team - Charlotte, North Carolina; December 19-21, 2024. Action
8. Field Trip: NRHS - Varsity Wrestling Team - Ocean City, Maryland; January 3-4, 2025 Action
9. Office of Student Services Reports Action
10. Personnel Report - November 14, 2024 Action
11. School Board Meeting Minutes of October 10, 2024 Action
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Ordinance 2024/25-51: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article 2, Section 2-2.7 entitled “School Board Standing Committees; Foundations; Special Committees” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
2. Ordinance 2024/25-52: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article 3, Chapter 2, Article 3, Section 2-3.2 entitled “Regular Meetings; Special Meetings; Quorum” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
3. Ordinance 2024/25-53: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 4, Article 13, Section 4-13.1:1 entitled “When buildings unsuitable for present use; viewpoints from community; other uses considered” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
4. Ordinance 2024/25-54: An Ordinance Adding Chapter 5, Article 6, Section 5-6.6 entitled “Collection of personal information; information collected automatically; use of “cookies”; responsibility of school superintendent” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
5. Ordinance 2024/25-55: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7, Article 14, Section 7-14.1 entitled “Licensure Requirements; Provisional License and Military Service; Provisional License for career and technical education teacher; Local license; Definitions” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
6. Ordinance 2024/25-56: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 7, Article 26, Section 7-26.3 entitled “Professional Staff Development; professional development for teachers and principals; training in science-based reading research; professional development in implementing Virginia IEP; required participation by instructional personnel” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
7. Ordinance 2024/25-57: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 1, Section 8-1.3 entitled “Career and Technical Education Programs K-12; plan required; High School to Work Partnerships; Agreements for Postsecondary Course Credit, etc.” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
8. Ordinance 2024/25-58: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 1, Section 8-1.4 entitled “Early identification; occupation and career exploration; Academic Career Plan; courses in career investigation; high school students access to courses; counseling for certifications, etc.; information for high school students” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
9. Ordinance 2024/25-59: An Ordinance Adding Chapter 8, Article 7, Section 8-7-1:1 entitled “Employment of reading specialist; advisors and intervention services; training and licensure requirements” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
10. Ordinance 2024/25-60: An Ordinance Adding Chapter 8, Article 7, Section 8-7.1:2 entitled “Reading Intervention Services” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
11. Ordinance 2024/25-61: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 10, Section 8-10.1 entitled “Chapter 8, Article 10, Section 8-10.1 entitled “Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Education; fentanyl education required” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
12. Ordinance 2024/25-63: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 16, Section 8-16.1 entitled “Proficiency in English encouraged; Assessments required; Notification requirements; No tuition in certain circumstances” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
13. Ordinance 2024/25-64: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 18, Section 8-18.6 entitled “Agreement for postsecondary degree; counseling services for middle school students; dual enrollment courses encouraged subject to certain conditions” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
14. Ordinance 2024/25-65: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 33, Section 8-33.3:4 entitled “Virginia Program Assessment Retakes Grades kindergarten through 8; SOL end-of-course retake tests for high school students” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
15. Ordinance 2024/25-66: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Article 7, Section 9-7.1 entitled “Persons eligible for school admission; admission requirements; when tuition charged; foster care enrollment; children of persons on active military duty; additional requirements” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
16. Ordinance 2024/25-68: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Article 23, Section 9-23.4 entitled “Dissemination of Information about Court Proceedings; Notification in writing of any disciplinary action; record maintained by Superintendent; petitions and reports” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
17. Ordinance 2024/25-70: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Article 23, Section 9-23.8 entitled “Refusal to Provide Copies; Fees for Copies of Records” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
18. Ordinance 2024/25-71: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Article 23, Section 9-23.10 entitled “Release of Student Records; Consent required for disclosure of education records; limited exceptions” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
19. Ordinance 2024/25-72: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Article 23, Section 9-23.11 entitled “Record of Requests for Disclosure; Directory Information defined; Release of additional information permitted” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
20. Ordinance 2024/25-73: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10, Article 2, Section 10-2.1 entitled “Community to be kept informed” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
21. Ordinance 2024/25-74: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10, Article 5, Section 10-5.1 entitled “Public Appearances before the School Board; time limits for public comments; public participation at special or call meetings” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
22. Ordinance 2024/25-75: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 10, Article 13, Section 10-13.1 entitled “Acceptance of Gifts generally; title vested in School Board; donor request to be honored” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - Second Reading Action
NEW BUSINESS
1. School Board Self Evaluation Tool Action
2. Citizen Advisory Committee Members Update - Parent Advisory Committee (Title I) Action
3. New Course Proposals Action
4. HES Custodial Contract Action
5. Resolution 24/25-10: A Resolution Supporting Military Children and Families Adopted by the School Board for the City of Suffolk, Virginia Action
6. Resolution 24/25-11: A Resolution Approving The Terms And Conditions Of A Right Of Way Agreement Between The Suffolk City School Board And Virginia Electric And Power Company, d/b/a Dominion Energy Virginia Action
7. Resolution 24/25-12: A Resolution Of The School Board For The City Of Suffolk, Virginia Authorizing The Conveyance Of Land Not Needed For School Purposes Located At 4270 Driver Lane Formerly Known As Driver Elementary School Action
8. Ordinance 2024/25-76: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article 2, Section 2-2.7:1 entitled “Citizen Advisory Committees; Open Meetings Required; Attendance by School Board Members” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - First Reading and Adoption Action
9. Ordinance 2024/25-79: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Article 18, Section 9-18.2 entitled “Suspension for ten days or less; Principal or Assistant Principal to Report the Facts; appeal procedure; notice requirement” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - First Reading and Adoption Action
10. Ordinance 2024/25-80: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 9, Article 18, Section 9-18.8 entitled “Hearing before student services review committee; procedure to be followed; appeal before the School Board; superintendent to establish student services review committee” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - First Reading and Adoption Action
11. Payment of Bills and Payroll October 2024 Action
12. Ordinance 2024/25-77: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article 2, Section 2-2.7:2 entitled “Appointment to Standing Committees and foundation boards; appointment to Citizen Advisory Committees; reports by committees; number of committee members” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board - First Reading Info
13. Ordinance 2024/25-78: An Ordinance Deleting Chapter 9, Article 11, Section 9-11.6 Entitled “Portable Communication Devices Permitted; Use in Classroom; Superintendent to Develop Regulations” of the Policies of the Suffolk City School Board and Adopting a New Section 9-11.6 Entitled “General Statement of Policy; Superintendent to Develop Regulations; Notice Requirement” - First Reading Info
PUBLIC SPEAKERS ON NON-AGENDA TOPICS
1. Citizen Comments on Non-Agenda Items 1. Jonathan Powell - Re: Contracts, Day to Day Operations, Accountability Info
BUSINESS BY BOARD MEMBERS
1. Comments and Reports by School Board Members Info
MOTION TO GO INTO A SECOND CLOSED MEETING (if needed)
1. Motion to go into a (Second) Closed Meeting Action
CERTIFICATION OF SECOND CLOSED MEETING (if needed)
1. Certificate of a (Second) Closed Meeting Action
ACTION ON SECOND CLOSED MEETING ITEM(S) (if needed)
1. Action on Second Closed Meeting Item(s) Action
INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Accident Report October 2024 Info
2. Attendance Report - October 31, 2024 Info
3. Capital Projects Financial Statement Info
4. Financial Report October 2024 Info
5. SPS Condolence: 1. Andrea Saunders - Teacher Assistant (Retired) - 24 Years of Service - Passed Away 09/25/2024 2. Aimee Debusk - Special Education Teacher - 10 Years of Service - Passed Away 10/25/2024 Info
ADJOURNMENT
1. Adjournment of Meeting Info
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