The Board president will call the meeting to order and note Board member attendance.
In partnership with families and community, we prepare all students to achieve college, career, and life readiness through a challenging and progressive educational experience.
The Board will recognize the students that won the MPSSAA State Wrestling Championship:
Board members report and comment on their activities for the month.
Dr. Simmons will report out on activities / highlights from the last month.
Directors will highlight important events from their departments.
The students report on activities from their respective schools.
Chief Financial Officer Erin Thornton will review the most recent finance report as of March 31, 2023.
Supervisor of Human Resources Dr. Rob Willoughby will present the following personnel items to the Board for approval:
The members of the Caroline County Board of Education desire to hear the views and have the advice of interested citizens. The public comment session is held at each Board meeting for that purpose.
In-Person Public Comment - The time allotted for the Public Comment portion of the agenda is no more than 30 minutes total. The Board of Education does not engage in a discussion of the matter being brought to it but will, if appropriate, direct the Superintendent to respond at a later time.
Individuals interested in participating during the Public Comment portion may sign up in advance by emailing publiccomment@ccpsstaff.org or by signing in at the podium prior to the beginning of the meeting. Individuals will be called to the podium in the order in which they registered by email or sign-in.
Individuals will be advised that:
Written Public Comment emailed to publiccomment@ccpsstaff.org – Emails must be received no later than noon one day prior to the Board meeting, and must clearly state in the subject line or body of the email 'For Public Comment.' Emails will be provided to Board members prior to the start of the meeting and attached to the agenda. Written comments will not be read aloud during the meeting.
These textbooks align with the Maryland College and Career Ready standards for English Language Arts and are a key part of a comprehensive literacy program. The series includes significant print and digital literacy components such as high-interest, authentic texts that are both on and above grade level. It also includes daily opportunities for writing in response to text, an online lesson planning platform for teachers, speaking and listening activities, social-emotional learning (SEL) instructional videos and lessons, as well as a variety of instructional supports and scaffolds for special populations. Wonders 2023 also includes both end of unit and biweekly progress monitoring assessments to check for student understanding. In addition to the online platform for teachers, this series includes a robust and engaging online student website to access additional content materials and student supports to meet a range of needs. Wonders 2023 is also a fiscally responsible choice, as all consumable materials and digital subscriptions are provided for a term of six years without additional expense to Caroline County Public Schools. This anthology series, Wonders 2023: Grades 3-5, will serve as a critical resource for both teachers and students in the Third, Fourth and Fifth grades, for years to come.
The following people served on the curriculum review committee:
Dr. Tara Downes - Assistant Superintendent
Mrs. Lindsey McCormick - Director of Instruction
Mrs. Katey Allis-Fisher - Supervisor of Instruction - K-5 ELA
Ms. Carissa Hollinger - Supervisor of Instruction - Special Education
Mrs. Christal Harkowa - Supervisor of Instruction - English Language Learners
Mrs. Rachel Breeding - GES Reading Resource Teacher
Mrs. Tracy Ward - FES Reading Resource Teacher
Mrs. Laura Royer - RES Reading Resource Teacher
Mrs. Deanne Waters - PES Reading Resource Teacher
Mrs. Sarah Jones - DES Reading Resource Teacher
Mrs. Jennifer Gunter - GES teacher - Grade 5
Mr. Kevin Isla-Reyes - GES teacher - Grade 5
Mr. Christopher Drexel - GES teacher - Grade 5
Mrs. Isa Sheldon - GES teacher - English Language Learners
Mrs. Kiley Sechrist - GES teacher - English Language Learners
Mrs. Laura Drathman - PES teacher - Grade 4
Mrs. Lisa Murray - PES teacher - Special Education
Ms. Ciera McNeil - FES teacher - Grade 4
Ms. Christine Morris - DES teacher - Grade 4
Mr. Todd Nichols - DES teacher- Grade 4
Mrs. Jennifer Mangum - DES teacher - Special Education
Ms. Kimberly Brown - RES teacher - Grade 3
Mrs. Tabitha Frantum - RES teacher - Grade 3
Ms. Bryanne Cahall - GES teacher - Grade 3
Mrs. Heather Blake - GES teacher - Grade 3
Ms. Erica White - GES teacher - Grade 3
Mr. Michael King - FES teacher- Grade 3
Ms. Lindsey Manship - RES teacher - Grade 5
Mrs. Lauren Lerch - Parent
Mr. Glenn Anders - Parent
Mrs. Savannah Winston - Parent
The band will travel to Norfolk, VA on April 20-23, 2023. Students participating in this trip will be in competition against marching bands from all over the United States. Upon the completion of a rigorous rehearsal schedule, students will be able to:
• Execute all marching fundamentals and demonstrate quality marching technique with 100% proficiency.
• Perform the selected repertoire with 100% proficiency on their principal instrument.
• Perform the selected repertoire on a solo level, as well as full ensemble.
• Execute all marching commands and drill with 100% proficiency and discipline.
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Derek L. Simmons, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools |
The 2022-2023 school year calendar reflects 180 student days and 190 teacher work days. Four additional days were included in the current school year calendar for inclement weather. School did not close for inclement weather this school year making the last day of school for students June 9, 2023 and the last work day for teachers will be June 12, 2023.
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On February 2, 2023, the Interagency Committee for School Construction (IAC) sent a notice of possible adjustments to the FY 2024 CIP. IAC staff recommend that LEAs consider submitting additional projects to not only meet, but to even exceed, a total State estimated program of $485 million. In addition to the $485 million currently in the Governor’s budget, an additional $100 million may become available for the CIP in accordance with the capital budget. This REVISED CIP is a one-time budget adoption for FY24 and does not replace the annual CIP Board of Education approval process. Following the Board of Education’s acceptance and approval, this REVISED CIP will be submitted to the County Commissioners for its acceptance.
The proposed REVISED FY24 CIP reflects adjustments to the Board’s priorities shown in the previously approved Educational Facilities Master Plan (EFMP). The EFMP will be updated. A summary of all current planning and future years projects is included and can be found on page 8 of the REVISED CIP document (Form 102.4).
The FY24 REVISED CIP requests the approval of a roof replacement project at Federalsburg Elementary School and Phase 1 of a new roof project at North Caroline High School. This document outlines future roof projects of FY25 to include Phase 2 of the North Caroline High School roof project and the partial roof replacement at Preston Elementary School.
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William Mengel Director of Operations
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Director of Special Programs and Student Services Elizabeth Anthony will give an update to the board on Community Schools in the county.
CFO Erin Thornton will review the current budget summary for FY24.
The next meeting is a work session on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.