Ronald Kory Bush

The board discussed several financial matters, including oversight and accountability for charter schools, purchase orders exceeding $10,000, and fuel budget revisions due to price increases. Additionally, the audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30th, 2025 was reviewed, and the board discussed an add-on program for teacher endorsements, as well as an amendment to a memorandum of agreement with the University of Florida regarding tutoring services.

The board meeting included several recognitions and proclamations, declaring April 2026 as School Library Month, Child Abuse Prevention Month, Autism Acceptance Month, and Volunteer Month. Presentations were given regarding the Flagler County Education Foundation's senior scholarship program, the JDC writing project, the voter guide cover design contest, and the 4-H public speaking contest. Students showcased their skills in public speaking and design, and the board discussed community partnerships and student development initiatives.

The board discussed various community and school district updates, including recent student achievements in music and career events, legislative items affecting school funding and safety, and upcoming community festivals. A specific presentation was held regarding the partnership with Tobacco Free Flagler, highlighting ongoing prevention and education initiatives, school signage, and the integration of anti-vaping curriculum into the district's resilience program.

The board discussed several operational and strategic items, including policies and oversight procedures for purchasing cards (PE cards), addressing audit requirements, and managing emergency purchases. The meeting also included an update on the career and technical education (CTE) instructional materials adoption and the public review process. Additionally, board members and staff reviewed the development process for the upcoming three-year strategic plan, focusing on goal areas such as academic success, safety and resiliency, talent management, organizational efficiency, and communication.

The meeting included recognition for student achievements, such as an accomplishment at the county level and the presentation of various annual awards including Rookie Teachers of the Year, Teachers of the Year, Employees of the Year, and Administrator of the Year. Key discussion items involved public comments regarding the Career Source Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), where concerns were raised about lacking clear, measurable benchmarks for facility use and outcomes. Another topic was the developer mitigation agreement, focusing on the long-term financial impact of locking in unit capacity at current prices against future construction inflation, leading to a potential loss of purchasing power for the district. The board also addressed consent items across finance, operational services, and human resource services, including awarding a contract for telecommunication service internet access. Student representatives provided updates on various accomplishments, including success in academic competitions (Parliamentary Procedure), inductions to state executive boards, and achievements in sports such as wrestling, track and field, weightlifting, and basketball.