Yet the kids receive more than adequate instruction and are ready for kindergarten. In a 4-2 decision, board members made the vote based on the rising cases in the county. She has held that position since 2013. The only one that was a bit contentious was who should set dress code policies. The average grade for remote students is C while for those in person it is B. It passed 5-0. Under our current VPK system, requiring teachers to have college degrees would make the program cost prohibitive to families. And that is too bad for the public. Property values have increased so any savings will be absorbed by the that increase. No mention of deliverables. It was nice to know that Millay may not agree with everything they do but is willing to exchange ideas. The presentations that were part of the agenda package is here. 2014 Minutes. Defenthaler and Anderson are more in line with the existing model. School Board Member . Nancy Turrell, the Arts Council leader, and Jeff Hardin from Straticon Construction gave a short presentation about what is next for the quest of having the old high school building become the new Arts Council. District 3 incumbent Victoria Defenthaler opted not to seek a second term. Schultz credo of keeping your eyes down and seeing nothing. (Every government should utilize this procedure for employees that have Covid.). Does that mean the expense of maintaining some of those amenities should fall to the District alone? The security officer will not be sworn law enforcement or be armed. I am not a staff or board member, so I do not know what it is like to work with him. CTEstands for career and technical education. While we continue to navigate uncertain circumstances, I am confident we will conquer the challenges before us to move forward in becoming Floridas premier school district and one of the highest-performing in the nation. an excellent communicator someone who speaks clearly and concisely. I focused my campaign around three commitments Receptive (believing in the value of your thoughts and ideas); Reasonable (with the ability and experience to look at all sides of the issues), Responsible (with no agenda other than to represent you). How would you expect that district to flourish if you remove the patron organization? After the changes that will be made and then sent to the boards attorney for approval, we will be way past the worst of the virus havoc. When considering this fact and the learning gaps associated with pandemic-related disruptions, addressing lost instructional time is an extremely pressing concern forSuperintendent Dr. John D. Millayand theMartin County School Board. This group of items will be woven into the 2021-22 Operating Budget that the Board has been working on for the last three months at Budget Workshops. The board should do that at the next meeting. Now we are going to layer on one more thing to remind children of how dangerous their world is now. There are other more effective ways for kids to continue with virtual learning, such as Florida Virtual. Yes, charter schools receive a portion of those funds in a manner determined by the Florida Department of Education. The newsletter thinks you forget that you are a public figure and that you chose to be elected. It was contentious and had many public speakers against it. She mentioned that a bit of a stress crisis inspired her to draw herself and her mother hugging. They do better in a smaller setting and with more rigorous learning standards. The workshop was three hours of going through school board policy changes. I cant think of a less potent threat. Commissioner Ciampi is generally able to finesse differences and come to resolutions. It should only be for a kid that is home sick so he can follow along and not lose instruction time. All Staff Members participate in continuous program of professional learning. Like Defenthaler, it is caught in a time warp where parents knew their place and educators were the only ones knowledgeable enough to call the shots. Im the only Martin County School Board Member with that qualification. Now that we are getting closer to puling the pin, I am just astonished by how far we are out of synch with the needs of the people, Stuart, the school district, and Martin County. It makes one wonder why given what appeared to be a parental return to school board control, this would pass. I would be incredibly surprised if any obstacle found, including the site being a radioactive dump, would be serious enough to ward off the Arts Council. Well Mr. Anderson this figment has certainly bore down into your brain. These are all items that would normally be in the General Fund (Operating Account) but would be slated as the next group to apply to ESSER II funding. It is a universal problem in the U.S. and one that is a heavy burden on businesses and local governments alike. We all have our prejudices and biases. Millay is a recently retired superintendent from Kentucky. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, South Florida Sports Headlines Newsletter. Another item under discussion is the combining and outsourcing of legal services including labor negotiations. There were a few who spoke in favor of the proclamation who were mostly students. An organization chart is a diagram with boxes that have the title of the person and lines that connect those boxes to what other positions reports to that title and who that position reports to. Waters was going to investigate state statutes regarding distances between schools and alcoholic premises. In the redesign, the playgrounds will have to be moved and will be recreated. Washington was the presiding officer and Madison became the Father of the Constitution. Our nation may have been quite different if Adam had been presiding officer and Jefferson the primary author. Roberts noted that the re-districting committee should look at where the students who will be living in the new construction off Commerce Avenue in South Stuart should attend school. Waters also discussed the new CRA regulations regarding businesses with on-site consumption of alcohol. Slightly over 50% of all students receive free and reduced lunch. There also would be a drop off and pick-up loop for the kids. At both meetings, Chair Roberts stated that the evaluations and Carter Morrisons budget book would be posted to the districts website. The first thing was the Clifton Strengths Assessments. It is composed of many different funding sources. In both passed plans, the playgrounds stay where they are. When students study Shakespeare, they read his works rather than an explanatory synopsis in an English book. I am not so sure whether it would receive the same level of support that it did last time. The BOCC thinks deputies and fire fighters should get every raise and benefit they want. All rights reserved. The key difference between the last proposal and this one is instead of a flat half mill (the language of four years ago), it now is a not-to-exceed number. It is my honor and pleasure to officially introduce myself to the Martin County School District community. I am mom, experienced leader, and passionate advocate for education. There were a few boogey men that were mentioned. The district is no exception. Mr. Anderson, if by self-appointed, you mean that the newsletter is writing about Martin County government, then it stands guilty. To take a peek at the budget so far you can gohere. Dr. Millay said that when something that is happening in the schools, an investigation cannot occur without knowing that the problem exists. Many teachers are getting burnt out due to behavioral issues that impede the learning of other students on a daily basis. However, he has had a challenging year dealing with COVID, and I for one believe it is too early to judge whether he will be that agent for drastic change. However, given a drop in enrollment, does the district even need two new schools? Those who believe they can become school board members and change much about the policies are going to be disappointed. It seems it is much more probable that a kid will be injured walking to school than being hurt by a gas leak. Knowing that we have more than that number of students and expecting an award amount at half of that $8.59 million, this number would be determined at a later date. If you would like to contact the entire board, please use the following email address: schoolboard@mcwmavericks.org. The agenda items need to be on the website prior to the meetings for the public to view. There is no more Martin County school-based remote learning. One such bright spot is that Martin County High School student Sophie Araque Liu was chosen as the national winner of this years Google For Doodle contest. He is a member of the Joseph E. Martin Shakespeare Circle. If Amy had the same support as Jen, then she too could have had a much larger victory. Yet for a charter, it is easy to sell that brand to enough parents to have a school or two. They are often part of so called roll forward reports, which include a breakdown of the current period starting balance and all debit and credit activity the sum of which is the roll forward value (a/k/a endingbalance).*. As before the pandemic, they must remain in the areas they are assigned and permitted. A few weeks ago, the board entertained many suggestions on how to spend the money from the voter-approved mill ad valorem tax for next year. 2022-2023 Board of Directors . The School Board met to finalize Dr. John Millays contract to be the first appointed Superintendent in Martin County history. We supposedly have home rule in our constitution. What does all this have to do with a budget? I guess no rush there. Miller explained that the district, through committees and the board, takes months and months to review what is going to be taught and what materials will be used. You can see Mr. Morrisons presentation here. This prompted Chair Powers to reiterate that masks are not mandatory either for the present summer programs or the new school year. The district will no longer be providing paid leave for Covid exposure and infection. He is a Martin County success story rather than someone who should be maligned. The committee will meet to consider options for that area before the boards next meeting. That is clearly no longer true. Mrs. Is she another boll weevil in the Anderson bag of rice? I am a mom and former assistant school administrator who cares deeply about our education system. I am currently serving as the Vice Chair of the Policy Committee for FSBA. There is such a thing as a basic education that should be universal for all students including those in vocational studies. Should a book that depicts a same sex couple be banned because of that even if there is no explicit sexuality? An additional $2 million will be allocated to compensation for other employees and the rest for the other four named categories in the referendum. There needs to be a place for adults and kids to gather to play a pickup game of basketball or soccer. Ms. This is obviously incorrect. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. There is no way of knowing how many of these students will be returning to class once the pandemic ends. 30516Email:DiterlM@martinschools.org, Student Representative, Martin County High School, Martin County School District1939 SE Federal HighwayStuart, FL 34994(772) 219 -1200, Building Hours: In a host of matters, the school board cannot act independently. Those are now open and so should schools be. In the latter example, the student and parents may feel the score has been diminished when he/she is competing to get into college. One of the hardest decisions an employer makes is choosing health care insurance for its employees. Ms. Roberts and the board have a right to be concerned about duplication. Martin County Schools. The current plan of turning that building into an Arts Center is not the solution to the present and future housing challenges for teachers moving to Martin County. If a Board member shall cease to be a resident of the county or the district which he/she represents, the position on the School Board shall be deemed vacant. The district will be applying for funds to hire a data scientist to help formulate plans going forward. Jensen Beach High also has availability. She has decided not to run for a second term. Pritchett's platform mirrors national conservative talking points, including opposition to COVID-19 mask and vaccine mandates, critical race theory and gender- and sex-based materialsin classrooms. It passed 5-0. He wants to eliminate some positions and reimagine several others to focus more on the classroom. I remember reading the book in my Catholic high school. He stated that while parents are important, they are not the only factor. Students, teachers, employees all have a stake for success. The board did not finish and will have to do so at a subsequent meeting. I think Powers was a good chair. They rely on a third-party provider to operate the clinic that provides primary care. Beginning on June 1, summer session and other school activities and programs, whether to mask or not will be optional. Perhaps there is a bureaucratic reason. Prior to my arrival in Martin County, I completed a very successful, 27-year career in Kentucky public education (serving the last 14 years as a high-performing school superintendent). Ms. Linda Martin. You can find ithere. The more you usethe more you pay. Both the BOCC and school board want this to happen, but the devil is in the details. It was just two weeks earlier that Board Member Roberts suggested that Jensen Beach High School should be opened to St. Lucie County for a year or two because the school has excess capacity. There was a seventeen-page memo from Florida Department of Education Commissioner Corcoran dated March 16, 2021 with information regarding ESSER II that I have attached for additional detailed information. Chair Powers asked Dr. Miller, who oversees curriculum, to explain how approval of a syllabus and material are obtained. It is too early, and this should be decided closer to the start of school. That is the nature of development. JBHS will become an open school choice high school next year to hopefully alleviate more overcrowding at the other two high schools. I need to disclose that I sit on this committee. Board Member Li Roberts asked if it were possible to have two portables instead in the rear of the building where the classroom conversion was going to be made. Turrell was instrumental in establishing an Arts District downtown. I wished that both Powers and Anderson had voted in the affirmative when they saw no minds were going to change. The Spotsylvania County Public School Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination with regard to sex, gender, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age . 30508Email:PritchA@martinschools.org, Area: District 5 - Palm City and IndiantownPhone: (772) 219-1200, Ext. That is what I took out of this meeting. Because of the supposed development that will be occurring, more FTEs will be needed. I dont even want to discuss whether she should or should not receive pay pending the termination hearing. Agreements must be signed, insurance certificates exchanged, and most importantly money paid. What is a proclamation supposed to do? Keep politics out of the public schools and concentrate on the core subjects. Good for you Tony! It doesnt appear that is done as much anymore. At the meeting where this memo and the entire Resciniti affair was being discussed, there was no way the public had any idea what was going on. Perhaps with better outreach, a better outcome could have been realized. The superintendent will have more direct reports. I understand the need to provide a safe environment when schools are in session. Jennifer DeShazo, the information officer, gave a presentation on attendance at the District. Mr. Hardin renovated the old Rice Hotel on Federal Highway which had gone through several renovations previously, the last being the old Rookies restaurant. Society has changed due to the pandemic and that included our schools. Validation is important. In the almost 3-hour meeting, much of the time was devoted to COVID not education. As the head of the Early Learning Coalition, she believes that pre-k teachers should have at least a bachelors degree. What a waste! We are known as a donor county. It was the equivalent of an A for the course. Powers suggested a deal could be made with a local gas station to purchase fuel. It should not be this hard for lay people to understand what the school district is proposing and doing. I have proven my ability to work collaboratively in complex situations and am comfortable with the analysis needed to tackle complex educational budgets. There were also several parents that spoke about the continuation of masks for students. Area: District 1 - North Stuart, Jensen BeachPhone: (772) 219-1200 Ext. Liz had a couple of problems. It passed 4-1 with DiTerlizzi voting no. We dont need to reinvent the wheel. These parents and the broader community are stakeholders. Dr. Tracey Miller, Chief Academic Officer, gave a report on going forward that encompassed this and much more. As Board representative to Childrens Services Council, I actively participate in selecting and honing funding initiatives tied to frequently-updated community needs assessments and published performance measures, while effectively addressing gaps. Perhaps, it was because the committee had not disrupted numerous lives. Much of the detail planning still needs to be done. You can find it here. And if not, then their parents have been completely amiss in raising those kids.