The meeting included celebrations of student and educator accomplishments, specifically recognizing an educator for a statewide excellence award and acknowledging district efforts that received national recognition for STEM and school choice showcases. The board also received a report and presentation regarding a new civic education program called "Model Manatee," which is designed to provide high school students with hands-on experience and understanding of local county government operations.
Jun 23, 2026·
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School Board of Manatee County Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting agenda covered a wide range of administrative and operational items. Key discussion topics included student celebrations for essay contest winners, approval of various service renewals including workforce development, health insurance, and school resource officer services. Financial actions involved budget amendments, property disposal, and the acceptance of grant funds. The meeting also addressed construction-related agreements for several school facilities, procurement of technology and maintenance services, and the naming of a middle school cafetorium. The Superintendent's evaluation process and board member updates were also featured.
May 12, 2026·Board meeting
Manatee County School Board School Board Meeting
The board meeting included the recognition of veteran Shelley Chomper for her service and participation in the Pledge of Allegiance. Employees were honored for reaching significant years of service milestones. The district was celebrated for receiving the Radian and Supernova Awards from the Sunshine State Public Relations Association for exceptional strategic communications and community engagement. Furthermore, individual board members were recognized for their leadership and certification achievements through the Florida School Boards Association. A presentation was provided by the food and nutrition services department regarding their mission, self-funded financial model, and operational updates.
Dec 9, 2025·Board meeting
School Board Regular School Board Meeting And Public Hearing
The meeting commenced with the pledge of allegiance led by the school board clerk and US Air Force veteran. Key discussions included agenda amendments for the December 9th meeting. The board approved minutes from several previous meetings, including the October 28, 2025 school board meeting, October 31, 2025 workshop, November 10, 2025 school board meeting, and the November 18, 2025 reorganization and leasing corporation meeting. Significant time was dedicated to student celebrations, recognizing the Parish Community High School girls golf team for winning their first state championship and the Braden River High School Pirates band for earning the grand champion title, 3A class championship, and best-in-class honors for color guard and percussion. Public comment focused heavily on opposition to the state's Schools of Hope legislation, specifically concerning forced collocation, financial impact on the district, and lack of transparency regarding the program and recent sexual harassment/assault charges against district staff.
