Kelly Watt, K-12 Social Studies Specialist, utilized the attached visual presentation to recognize the seven winners for the Founders' Week Art Contest:

• Nadia Dibble (K), Wilkinson Elementary
• Sophie Skoglund (1st), Fleming Island Elementary
• Andrea Diaz (2nd), Plantation Oaks Elementary
• Amelia Christian (3rd), Tynes Elementary
• Athena Early (4th), Doctors Inlet Elementary
• Ericka Go-Bascos (5th - tie), Argyle Elementary
• Natalie Patrone (5th - tie), Coppergate School of the Arts

Makayla Buchanan, Executive Director of the Clay Education Foundation, shared the attached presentation recognizing all Teachers of the Year and Support-Related Employees of the Year.

Superintendent Broskie recognized Jennifer Collins, 2021-2022 Principal of the Year (Fleming Island Elementary), and Tyler Wood, 2021-2022 Assistant Principal of the Year (Oakleaf High School).

Dr. Susan Legutko, Assistant Superintendent, Business Affairs, and Ryan Widdowson, Supervisor of Federal Programs, shared the attached presentation providing an overview of expenditures of non-reoccurring funds from the following sources:

• ESSER I (The CARES Act)
• ESSER II (Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act - CRRSA)
• ESSER III (American Rescue Plan 2021 - ARP)

Results of a required public input survey with respect to the American Rescue Plan funding were shared.

Public Speakers:

• Hollie Haddock - bus incident 
• Diana Toth - American Disability Act

Superintendent Broskie shared the attached visual presentation highlighting the following:

• School of the Month
• Winter Break Date Reminders
• Happy Holidays

Chair Bolla introduced the agenda item and read the entirety of the Resolution, as required to show the resolution spread upon the minutes of the district school board in accordance with F.S. 1001.36 (3).

Chair Bolla opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

Mrs. Kerekes requested the rationale for this Resolution, placed on the agenda by Mrs. Bolla.  Mrs. Bolla advised she brought this item forward to bring the School Board's district numbers in alignment with those of the County Commissioners, who are unable to change their numbers.  Mrs. Bolla spoke with the County Commissioners and Supervisor of Elections and concluded that the different numbers are confusing to the public.  Mrs. Kerekes does not find the current numbering confusing to voters and expressed concern over the associated expense of this change.  Mrs. Bullock stated that these are separate government entities, the School Board does not have to align with the numbers of single-member districts of the County Commissioners, and she believes the proposed change is unnecessary.  Mrs. Gilhousen advised that a lack of coordination among agencies does not serve the public well and she has received this complaint many times.  Mrs. Clark feels this is a great opportunity to alleviate confusion and that people with whom she has interacted have responded favorably to this proposed change.

There were no human resources special actions.

Chair Bolla opened the public hearing.  Public speakers addressing this item:

• Marie Nemec - recently moved to area based on Oakleaf schools and does not feel comfortable with this change 
• Jessica Horne - would appreciate receiving more information about Orange Park Junior High and Orange Park High School

Mrs. Kerekes inquired about the possibility of an alternate solution that would leave the Argyle community intact.  Mrs. Bolla appreciated the difficulty of this decision.

This item was heard immediately following item D5.

Chair Bolla opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

Mrs. Clark expressed understanding re the difficulty of this decision and the need to exercise foresight for future growth.

This item was heard immediately following item D3.

Chair Bolla opened the public hearing.  Public speakers:

• Marie Nemec - requested to receive additional information re schools to which students will be assigned

Superintendent Broskie advised written communication will be sent to affected families from the new home school.  Mrs. Gilhousen proposed holding an open house/orientation evening to provide families with additional information.  Mr. Broskie agreed to implement this idea.

Chair Bolla introduced the agenda item and read the entirety of the Resolution, as required to show the resolution spread upon the minutes of the district school board in accordance with F.S. 1001.36 (3).

Chair Bolla opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

Mrs. Bullock stated this was an item appropriate for collaboration.

Board members commented on recently attended school and community events - Keystone Heights Elementary awards and Veterans Day ceremony, Keystone Heights High play, Friends of Keystone Heights High grant award, CTE department "self-evaluation" event, Middleburg High ribbon-cutting at new FFA barn, Fleming Island High's band invitation to London, student participation at Farm City lunch, FFA groups award of scholarships presented by Farm Bureau, Clay Education Foundation Alumni Hall of Fame event, Bannerman Learning Center Christmas lunch, and Adult and Community Education graduation.  Appreciation for teachers, support staff, and administrators was expressed, positive attitudes encouraged, and best wishes extended to all for a joyous holiday season.