Liberty County School District

The board meeting included several key agenda items such as the recognition of student and staff achievements, and the approval of a consent agenda covering out-of-state travel, roof replacement at Midway Middle School, interior renovations at Bradwell Institute, canopy repairs at multiple elementary schools, and a classroom camera refresh project. Additionally, the board reviewed information regarding network switch upgrades, a new valedictorian and salutatorian policy, an attendance policy update, updates on the SRO program, a gymnasium speaker refresh, and ESOL program updates. The board also discussed the adoption of a literacy system, contracts for school nutrition food and produce products, and the local facilities plan before moving into an executive session to address personnel matters and property.

The board meeting addressed various administrative and operational items, including a proposed five-year multifunction office machine lease and a Memorandum of Understanding with the Public Library for the Student Play Program. Several items related to student travel, school facility improvements, and infrastructure projects were reviewed, such as exterior envelope repairs at LCHS, gym floor replacement at TCES, a virtual environment and SAN refresh, and roof replacements at Midway Middle School. Additionally, the board discussed summer school programs, interior renovations at Bradwell Institute, canopy repairs across multiple sites, a classroom camera refresh, and a network switch refresh. Financial and personnel matters were also covered, including financial reports, assessment notices, and executive session staffing recommendations.

The board meeting involved an executive session focused on personnel matters. Following the executive session, the board reviewed and approved various personnel recommendations, including new appointments, resignations, and transfers for both classified and certified staff. Additionally, the board participated in a session on whole board training facilitated by a specialist from the Georgia School Boards Association.

The Board meeting included several recognition segments, such as poster and door decorating contest winners, literacy program launches, and student academic success stories. Key agenda items addressed included the approval of out-of-state travel for student competitions and professional conferences, and the renewal of an emergency services agreement with the Liberty County Board of Commissioners. The Board reviewed financial reports, discussed lease renewals for multifunction office machines, and considered a memorandum of understanding with the local library system. Furthermore, project bids for gymnasium floor replacements and exterior envelope repairs were reviewed. The session also covered personnel actions, including resignations, terminations, and contract recommendations for the upcoming school year, before concluding with an executive session and a final adjournment.

This document details the Liberty County School System's 2020-21 District Virtual Learning Plan, implemented in response to COVID-19. The plan outlines a comprehensive framework for delivering instruction via Canvas, covering assignments, communication, attendance, class schedules, and grading. It specifies expectations for all staff, students, and parents, and includes provisions for exceptional learners, social-emotional support, and food distribution. Additionally, the plan addresses critical safety protocols for COVID-19 positive results, cleaning, and disinfection, aiming to ensure high-quality education and community well-being during virtual operations.