Baltimore County Public Schools

Key discussions during the open session included housekeeping items such as reviewing the attendance policy and the Non-Disclosure Agreement, noting that a Vice Chair and Secretary were previously elected and the item was incorrect for the current agenda. A legislative update covered passed school board legislation, specifically HB348 concerning vacancy procedures and HB210 regarding member elections and appointments, which impacts the commission's review timeline until 2028. The commission established timelines for filling an open seat, including scheduling three required public informational meetings in May, setting the application period to open May 5, 2023, and close May 19, 2023. Target interview dates in June were set with the goal of having a new Board of Education member seated by the July 11 BOE meeting. The session concluded with a move to Executive Function.

This Schoolwide Positive Behavior Plan for White Oak School outlines a comprehensive strategy to foster a positive school climate and support student behavior. Key components include establishing a School Climate Team, addressing equity concerns through data analysis, and setting climate goals such as decreasing absenteeism. The plan details the development and explicit teaching of school expectations, the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs, and the integration of evidence-based social-emotional learning and character education. It also emphasizes professional development for staff, a system of positive recognitions and incentives, and a clear hierarchy for responding to student behaviors, including intensive behaviors, all supported by ongoing data collection and analysis, and robust family engagement.

This School Progress Plan Summary outlines strategic goals for academic achievement and student well-being. Key priorities include achieving mathematics proficiency for all students and ensuring literacy proficiency, both guided by a core belief in equitable access to instruction. The plan also aims to decrease chronic absenteeism by fostering a safe and supportive environment through culturally relevant pedagogy. The overarching vision is to create, sustain, and invest in excellence for every student.

The key action discussed was the motion to move directly from the open session into a closed session, which was executed at 7:02 pm after establishing a quorum and calling the meeting to order.

This School Progress Plan Summary for Perry Hall High School outlines goals across key areas. It aims to achieve mathematics and literacy proficiency for all students, ensure all students are college and career ready by graduation, and cultivate a safe and supportive school environment. The plan emphasizes building strong relationships, providing challenging and culturally relevant instruction, and offering diverse resources and opportunities to empower students and guide them towards a rich high school experience.