Superintendent of Schools at Hardee County School District
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The board conducted an original budget hearing to discuss and adopt the resolution determining revenues and millages levied for the fiscal year 2026-27. Key actions included the approval of the district summary budget, the proposed uses of school capital outlay tax, and the adoption of the original budget resolution. Additionally, information regarding certifications and compliance was presented to the board.
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The board meeting addressed safety and security reports, including a 100% compliance rate for annual school safety inspections. Several consent agenda items were approved, including affiliation agreements with Vivo Healthcare Wauchula, an interlocal agreement for the Hardee County Recreational Complex, and various personnel actions such as salary schedule amendments, resignations, appointments, and stipends. Additionally, the board approved the 2026-2028 Hardee County School Health Service Plan. The superintendent provided an update acknowledging the passing of a former teacher and school board member.
The board engaged in discussions regarding collective bargaining related to the Teacher Salary Increase Allocation (TSIA). Key topics included the allocation and potential use of salary increases for classroom teachers and instructional personnel, as well as preparations for an upcoming meeting with the union.
Key discussions during the meeting included recognitions for students earning 2024-2025 ICEV Certifications, with high achievement noted. Presentations covered the American Red Cross's mission and their interest in utilizing the BGES as a no-notice shelter for fire disasters. Under action agendas, the Board approved the 2025-26 Class Size Reduction Compliance Plan and adopted the Grandfathered Salary Schedule and Performance Pay Salary Schedule for 2025-26. Personnel matters included amendments to additions, several resignations, appointments, and numerous supplements/bonuses for performance pay, self-contained ESE teaching, and CPI certifications. New business featured the Superintendent's update on professional development, academic data review (PM2 cycle), district initiative communication via faculty meetings, hosting a Chamber Lunch and Learn, proclaiming February as Public Education Appreciation Month, and celebrating student success in the Regional Science Fair and the boys' soccer team advancing to regionals for the first time. The Board also selected Mrs. Dasher as the representative and Dr. Sharp as the alternate for the Planning and Zoning Board of the Town of Zolfo Springs.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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