School board policies outline rules to ensure the efficient operation of the school district, providing the framework to support educational programs, school finance, staff recruitment, administration of student services, employee-related rules, and the construction and maintenance of facilities.

The proposed revisions are intended to update and ensure alignment of school board policies with state law, federal law, State Board of Education Rules, and other applicable rules and regulations.  The Board is authorized to adopt and revise policies under sections 120.54, 1001.31, and 1001.32 of the Florida Statutes:

• 1140 Suspension or Dismissal of Administrators
• 1140.01 Disciplinary Suspension Without Pay
• 3140 Suspension or Dismissal of Instructional Staff
• 3140.01 Disciplinary Suspension Without Pay
• 4140 Suspension or Dismissal of Support Staff
• 4140.01 Suspension Without Pay

All board policies are reviewed periodically to ensure they are up to date and compliant with current applicable laws and regulations.

Revisions to board policies have been adopted by the Board as needed and/or required in the past.

The proposed revisions to board policies will be adopted by the Board and implemented appropriately.

Goal 1: Student Success

Goal 2: Talent Recruitment, Development, and Retention

Goal 3: Family and Community Engagement

Goal 4: Safe and Positive Learning Environment

Goal 5: Fiscal and Operational Efficiency

It is recommended that the board approve the advertisement of the intent to revise proposed policies following a public hearing scheduled for December 11, 2025