The School Board of Highlands County Board Meeting
The Board addressed various operational and financial items. Key topics included the consideration of budget amendments for the fiscal period ending June 30, 2026, and the approval of agreements with the School Board of Seminole County and Catapult Learning, LLC. The agenda also covered the review of waiver applications, personnel recommendations, the 2026-2027 school fundraiser lists, the FLEHT scope of services and fee schedule, and a memorandum of agreement with the University of Florida for tutoring services.
Jul 28, 2026
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The School Board Of Highlands County Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational items. Key agenda items included the approval of the ESOL Add-On Endorsement program, the acceptance of Sebring High School's International Baccalaureate Statement, and a service contract with Heartland Christian Academy. The Board also reviewed a WAN leasing amendment, a mechanic qualification waiver, the potential land sale of a specific parcel, and a Memorandum of Understanding concerning teacher salary increases. Furthermore, the meeting involved the consideration of numerous policy revisions regarding areas such as whistleblower protection, fiscal planning, student discipline, and health and safety standards.
Jul 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
The School Board of Highlands County Board Meeting
The board discussed and addressed several administrative and operational items. Key topics included budget amendments, the approval of various educational and transportation agreements, such as the Heartland Education Consortium resolution, a contract with Heartland Christian Academy, and dual enrollment agreements with South Florida State College. The board also reviewed personnel recommendations, awarded a contract for chiller pre-purchase specifications at Memorial Elementary School, approved the District Comprehensive Evidence-Based Reading Plans, and discussed the transition of Highlands Virtual School. Additionally, the board considered a plan for mental health allocation and approved waivers for certain teaching and staff qualifications. Financial actions included monthly financial statement reviews, a transition of fiscal agency responsibilities for the Heartland Education Consortium, and a decommission acknowledgment involving a security vendor.
Jun 19, 2026·Board meeting
Workshops Workshop Meeting
The board discussed various property management and disposal strategies. Key topics included potential property sales or lease agreements for several sites, such as the 5-acre property on 621, the RCMA facility at 541 East Inner Lake, and the house on Winthrop Street. The board deliberated on the valuation of these assets, the process for selling to other government entities, and the potential need to engage a realtor to market specific properties. Additionally, the board considered inquiries from private buyers and discussed the maintenance or demolition of aging structures.
