Bryan Campbell, District Director for U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (Florida, 4th District), introduced a video of Congressman Aaron Bean's floor speech to Congress recognizing the successful "A" rating awarded to Clay County District Schools as a result of educators, teachers, and families working together to achieve excellence under the leadership of Superintendent David Broskie and a committed school board.

Superintendent Broskie recognized the following schools/principals who demonstrated exceptional achievement on the Spring 2025 state assessments:

• Argyle Elementary - Mary Dorsch
• Charles E. Bennett Elementary - Amanda Strickland
• Clay Hill Elementary - Adele Reed
• Orange Park Elementary - Tyler Wood
• Middleburg Elementary - Becky Wilkerson
• Paterson Elementary - John O'Brian
• Wilkinson Junior High - Nathan Warmouth
• Clay Virtual Academy - Amanda Stilianou
• Fleming Island High - Thomas Pittman
• Oakleaf High School - Justin Fluent

Wilmont Snyder, a small engine mechanic in the maintenance department, was recognized for his 50 years of service to Clay County District Schools. 

There was no Human Resources Special Action A.

There was no Human Resources Special Action B.

Public speakers addressing non-specific agenda items:

• Dylan Hubbard 
• Sylvia McCranie 
• Bruce Friedman 
• Amber Joseph 
• Helena Cormier

Superintendent Broskie shared the attached visual presentation highlighting the following:

• State Assessment Results
• ESE Summer Summit
• New School Year
• Student Transportation
• Entry Requirements
• Upcoming Events

Jeremiah Blocker, School Board Attorney, advised that he will be scheduling an upcoming shade meeting re pending litigation.

Mrs. Clark extended her appreciation to the transportation department, stating that the director and area managers have been professional in the midst of challenges.

Mr. Alvero expressed his understanding of the tough decisions faced this year, noting the lack of options and the need to make decisions to move the district forward to function properly.

Mrs. Gilhousen also acknowledged the difficult decisions made due to budget constraints that impacted students and families, as well as the responsibility to maintain a fiscally responsible budget with the required reserves to comply with state statute. She wished all a safe and happy start to the school year.

Mrs. Hanson appreciated all board members participating in a recent teacher forum, where conversations were largely constructive, emphasizing the need to talk and listen in order to move forward. She would like the board and CCEA to have conversations about solutions that would work for teachers and improve the primary goal of academic excellence. She has been contacted by individuals concerned with parental rights and indicated that, in every policy brought forward, the rights of parents, teachers and staff, and students, were considered and discussed. She will bring forward SB policy 2411 School Counseling at the next workshop to explore revisions to the existing policy. She wished a great start to the school year to all parents, students, teachers, and the entire educational community.

Mrs. Skipper wished all good luck and enjoyment throughout this next year. She cautioned the community to think about students walking to school and encouraged everyone to slow down, noting the importance of school zones.