Russell Bishop

The agenda covers a wide range of administrative and operational approvals, including athletic staff resignations and new hires, the awarding of various bids for athletic, cafeteria, and operational supplies, and the approval of a 2026-2027 cafeteria fund budget. Additional business includes the approval of federal program MOUs and purchase orders, superintendent reports regarding contract renewals for athletic trainers and legal counsel, policy reviews, and building principal reports. Furthermore, the board will review financial summaries, authorize year-end budget transfers, adopt the 2026-2027 general fund budget along with associated tax levies, and approve personnel actions such as staff resignations, retirements, and new hires. The meeting also includes updates on construction project payments and new business regarding SCUBA class fees and swim lesson rates.

The agenda covers committee and voting meetings involving various administrative and operational items. Key discussion topics include athletic coaching appointments, athletic supply bids, and transportation fuel contracts. Cafeteria management includes food service bid awards and budget approvals. Federal programs and curriculum initiatives involve memoranda of understanding, various professional development licenses, and instructional material agreements. Administrative and personnel matters include policy reviews, solicitor rate schedules, special education service agreements, employee retirements and resignations, and the establishment of new positions. Additionally, financial reports and the adoption of the 2026-2027 General Fund Budget, including tax levies and homestead exemptions, are scheduled for action.

The Florida Aquarium's strategic direction focuses on addressing the urgent pressures on oceans and waterways, such as rising temperatures, marine debris, and plastics. The organization commits to bringing education, awareness, and actionable solutions to these challenges, aiming to safeguard marine wildlife and their habitats. Key strategic pillars involve expanding conservation programs, enhancing educational initiatives for youth, and growing its community footprint to increase engagement. The overarching vision is to foster a better future for marine life and society by actively living its conservation purpose over the long term.

The board meeting agenda covers a wide range of administrative, personnel, and operational items. Key discussion topics include staff resignations and new hires, approval of various service agreements, and authorization of purchase orders for technology, security equipment, and facility repairs. The agenda also addresses student activities such as summer school and camp programs, extracurricular program staffing, and the management of various district funds. Financial discussions involve tax bill preparation, meal allowance increases for travel, and budgetary matters related to the Jeff-Tech school and general district operations.

The board meeting agenda includes various administrative and operational items such as athletic budget transfers, the approval of a Unified Sports coach, and the advertising of bids for 2026-2027 athletic, cafeteria, and security services. Additionally, the board will review facility management requests, including the disposal of equipment, pervious walk bids, and building use fees. Superintendent reports cover policy revisions, security grant acceptance, program agreements, and donations to student clubs. Financial agenda items involve software agreements, band uniform purchases, the proposed 2026-2027 General Fund budget, and the selection of an insurance broker. Personnel actions include resignations, leave requests, and the awarding of a contract for support substitute services.