Damaris Kelly

The meeting included the organization of the board for 2021 through 2022. Nominations and elections were held for positions such as Ford President, Vice President, Executive Secretary, and representatives for the DSBA board of directors and legislative committee. The board also discussed and approved the adoption of Robert's Rules of Order as a guideline, along with updates on the board meeting location, considering William Penn High School as a potential site. Additionally, there was discussion regarding a virtual board meeting option and the adoption of a virtual board meeting policy. The board also addressed the Delaware School Board Association dues for 2021-2022 and the consent agenda, which included board meeting minutes, education items, personnel moves, administrative assignments, and business items. Updates were provided on summer programs and sessions, with reports on transportation and student attendance. The board also discussed preparations for the upcoming school year, including the CDC's new guidance for in-person learning and the rescinding of the emergency order.

The meeting included a correction to the agenda regarding the intent to terminate an employee. There was a celebration of the E in the power of we, featuring a report from the student board member and recognition of students in the Spanish immersion program and members of the transportation department. Updates were provided on various committees, including the Colonial School Board DSBA, the executive committee, the strategic planning committee, and the major construction review committee. The board approved the intent to terminate an employee and the final construction drawings for Leech School. A presentation was given on the middle school science program.

The 2022-2027 Management Plan for the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR) outlines the strategic direction for the reserve, focusing on protecting ecosystem health, fostering effective decision-making, and inspiring awareness of coastal habitats. Key priorities include developing resilient communities, promoting habitat protection and restoration, and advancing coastal resource management through research, education, and partnerships. The plan details strategies for addressing environmental change, water quality, and habitat loss, while engaging diverse communities in stewardship activities and promoting sustainable practices.

The FFY2017-FFY2020 Implementation Plan for the State of Delaware focuses on providing accessible services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and other violent crimes against women. It aims to enhance the response to the needs of victims in underserved communities, support law enforcement, prosecution, and court programs, and ensure victims receive appropriate assistance from trained professionals. The plan also supports efforts to reduce domestic violence-related homicides by promoting system change and coordinated responses.

The Delaware Recidivism Reduction System Blueprint for 2021-2024 outlines policy and project priorities for improving prisoner reentry into the community. It focuses on enhancing coordination between state agencies, expanding access to services such as housing, employment, and healthcare, and ensuring that reentry efforts are informed by data and community feedback. The blueprint also emphasizes the importance of addressing trauma and promoting diversity among contributors to reentry work.