1 00:00:05,200 --> 00:00:06,920 Good evening. 2 00:00:10,000 --> 00:00:12,560 Could we all please stand for a moment of silence followed by 3 00:00:12,560 --> 00:00:14,040 the pledge of allegiance? 4 00:00:38,560 --> 00:00:39,960 Okay. 5 00:00:41,760 --> 00:00:44,000 Madam Clerk, could you please call the roll? 6 00:00:44,000 --> 00:00:45,320 Yes, ma'am. 7 00:00:46,985 --> 00:00:51,585 Chair Spall? Present. Vice chair Jones? Here. 8 00:00:51,705 --> 00:00:53,505 Missus Siebert? 9 00:00:53,865 --> 00:00:58,265 Missus Stevens? Present. Missus Brescia? Present. 10 00:00:58,265 --> 00:01:00,080 Miss Brown? Here. 11 00:01:00,080 --> 00:01:04,080 Miss Miles? Here. Thank you. Madam chair, we have a quorum. 12 00:01:04,080 --> 00:01:04,720 Great. 13 00:01:04,720 --> 00:01:08,960 Doctor Newman, are there any additions or deletions to the agenda? 14 00:01:08,960 --> 00:01:11,680 No, ma'am. Okay. 15 00:01:11,680 --> 00:01:14,400 Chair, I move that the school board of the city of Manassas approve 16 00:01:14,400 --> 00:01:17,055 the public meeting agenda as presented. 17 00:01:17,055 --> 00:01:18,455 Second. 18 00:01:20,415 --> 00:01:24,255 I have a motion by Ms. Stevens, seconded by Ms. Doctor. 19 00:01:24,255 --> 00:01:25,575 Jones, 20 00:01:26,255 --> 00:01:28,895 that we approve the public agenda. 21 00:01:28,895 --> 00:01:30,535 Any discussion? 22 00:01:30,880 --> 00:01:34,600 All those in favor? Aye. Any opposed? 23 00:01:34,640 --> 00:01:36,760 It's a six o vote. 24 00:01:39,760 --> 00:01:42,600 We will move to board committee reports. 25 00:01:44,465 --> 00:01:46,705 Anybody have a board committee report? 26 00:01:46,705 --> 00:01:47,825 Chair, I do. 27 00:01:47,825 --> 00:01:49,665 Great. Thank you. Thank you. 28 00:01:49,665 --> 00:01:52,945 The policy committee meeting will be tomorrow, Wednesday, 29 00:01:52,945 --> 00:01:56,330 June twenty fourth at three PM at central office. 30 00:01:56,330 --> 00:02:00,410 The VSBA has issued approximately sixty policy updates, 31 00:02:00,410 --> 00:02:03,690 several of which require board approval by the end of July. 32 00:02:03,690 --> 00:02:05,130 During last week's retreat, 33 00:02:05,130 --> 00:02:07,770 we discussed creating a more user friendly approach to 34 00:02:07,770 --> 00:02:10,985 presenting policy updates to the public, one that is clear, 35 00:02:10,985 --> 00:02:13,145 accessible, and easy to understand. 36 00:02:13,145 --> 00:02:14,505 At tomorrow's committee meeting, 37 00:02:14,505 --> 00:02:17,545 we'll begin brainstorming practical strategies to improve 38 00:02:17,545 --> 00:02:20,225 implement this improved format. 39 00:02:20,505 --> 00:02:24,305 Thank you much. Any other reports? 40 00:02:25,200 --> 00:02:26,520 Okay. 41 00:02:27,280 --> 00:02:29,440 The next item is the consent agenda. 42 00:02:29,440 --> 00:02:31,840 These items are considered routine and may be approved by 43 00:02:31,840 --> 00:02:34,480 a single motion unless a board member requests an item to be 44 00:02:34,480 --> 00:02:36,760 removed for a separate discussion. 45 00:02:36,765 --> 00:02:38,285 Can I get a motion? 46 00:02:38,285 --> 00:02:41,245 Chair, I move that the school board of the city of Manassas approve 47 00:02:41,245 --> 00:02:44,965 the consent meeting the consent agenda as presented. 48 00:02:45,165 --> 00:02:46,485 I 49 00:02:47,485 --> 00:02:48,845 have a motion by miss Stevens, 50 00:02:48,845 --> 00:02:50,925 seconded by miss Brescia that the school board of the city of 51 00:02:50,925 --> 00:02:53,450 Manassas approve the consent agenda as presented. 52 00:02:53,450 --> 00:02:55,410 Is there any discussion? 53 00:02:55,530 --> 00:02:59,050 All in favor? Aye. Any opposed? 54 00:02:59,050 --> 00:03:02,850 That is also a six o motion, miss Garza. 55 00:03:03,050 --> 00:03:06,050 We'll now move to discussion as agenda. 56 00:03:08,625 --> 00:03:12,305 Oh, I sure did. I'm sorry. Okay. 57 00:03:12,305 --> 00:03:15,665 At this time, we welcome members of the public who wish to speak about 58 00:03:15,665 --> 00:03:20,320 services, policies, and affairs of the city of Manassas public schools. 59 00:03:20,320 --> 00:03:22,000 Because we have an agenda to complete, 60 00:03:22,000 --> 00:03:24,560 we ask that comments be limited to three minutes. 61 00:03:24,560 --> 00:03:26,400 We appreciate the time you've taken to be here, 62 00:03:26,400 --> 00:03:29,120 and we treat public comments as a public hearing and do not 63 00:03:29,120 --> 00:03:31,120 engage in conversation with speakers. 64 00:03:31,120 --> 00:03:33,705 The lack of an immediate response to your comments 65 00:03:33,705 --> 00:03:36,425 should not be taken as a lack of interest or concern. 66 00:03:36,425 --> 00:03:38,905 Please be respectful when presenting your comments. 67 00:03:38,905 --> 00:03:41,505 Do we have anyone signed up? Okay. 68 00:03:43,465 --> 00:03:45,585 Anybody want to speak? Okay. 69 00:03:46,140 --> 00:03:47,540 Great. 70 00:03:48,140 --> 00:03:51,340 Now we're going to move on to the discussion agenda, 71 00:03:51,340 --> 00:03:54,180 and the first item is accountability. 72 00:03:54,380 --> 00:03:54,860 Doctor. 73 00:03:54,860 --> 00:03:58,235 Jennifer Casada, executive director of accountability and finance, 74 00:03:58,235 --> 00:04:01,515 will present an update on the process and timeline for the 75 00:04:01,515 --> 00:04:04,835 development of our new strategic plan. 76 00:04:05,755 --> 00:04:07,955 Thank you, doctor Casada. 77 00:04:08,235 --> 00:04:09,475 On. 78 00:04:11,515 --> 00:04:13,075 Alba, it's not. 79 00:04:15,070 --> 00:04:16,310 I 80 00:04:16,990 --> 00:04:18,750 can tell you when too if you want. 81 00:04:18,750 --> 00:04:20,270 I'll start. 82 00:04:20,270 --> 00:04:22,590 Good evening, chair Spall, vice chair Jones, 83 00:04:22,590 --> 00:04:23,870 school board members, and doctor Newman. 84 00:04:23,870 --> 00:04:26,590 Tonight, I will be providing an update on the process and timeline for 85 00:04:26,590 --> 00:04:29,305 the development of the new strategic plan to the school 86 00:04:29,305 --> 00:04:30,945 board and the public. 87 00:04:32,025 --> 00:04:35,665 We're gonna switch. 88 00:04:40,600 --> 00:04:41,080 Alright. 89 00:04:41,080 --> 00:04:43,000 The purpose of tonight's presentation is to provide the 90 00:04:43,000 --> 00:04:45,800 board and the public with an update on the process MCPS is 91 00:04:45,800 --> 00:04:47,640 using to develop the new strategic plan, 92 00:04:47,640 --> 00:04:50,600 which will launch next July, so July of twenty twenty seven, 93 00:04:50,600 --> 00:04:53,165 and cover fiscal years twenty eight through thirty two. 94 00:04:53,165 --> 00:04:55,405 I'll cover the process we're using and some themes that have 95 00:04:55,405 --> 00:04:56,365 emerged thus far. 96 00:04:56,365 --> 00:04:58,685 I will discuss the components that currently exist in our 97 00:04:58,685 --> 00:05:01,245 plan and what will be included in the structure of the new plan. 98 00:05:01,245 --> 00:05:04,365 I will conclude by sharing the timeline and next steps. 99 00:05:04,365 --> 00:05:06,580 It's an important to note at the outset outset that MCPS 100 00:05:06,580 --> 00:05:09,060 will be maintaining the same architectural metaphor with 101 00:05:09,060 --> 00:05:11,980 student academic success supported by pillars. 102 00:05:12,980 --> 00:05:14,820 At the outset of the development process, 103 00:05:14,820 --> 00:05:17,140 we engaged a strategic plan steering committee. 104 00:05:17,140 --> 00:05:18,900 This committee is a representative group from 105 00:05:18,900 --> 00:05:20,905 across all schools and central office. 106 00:05:20,905 --> 00:05:24,105 The group was brought together first in December of twenty twenty five. 107 00:05:24,105 --> 00:05:26,985 In December, the group reviewed the existing MCPS vision and mission 108 00:05:26,985 --> 00:05:29,705 statements and identified a set of potential core values that 109 00:05:29,705 --> 00:05:31,650 have been considered by additional groups. 110 00:05:31,650 --> 00:05:34,850 This spring, they provided input into key components and potential 111 00:05:34,850 --> 00:05:37,810 structure after reviewing examples from other school divisions. 112 00:05:37,810 --> 00:05:40,130 This group will continue to review drafts and provide input 113 00:05:40,130 --> 00:05:41,770 throughout the fall. 114 00:05:42,690 --> 00:05:45,085 This spring was phase one of the development process. 115 00:05:45,085 --> 00:05:46,205 Over the course of the spring, 116 00:05:46,205 --> 00:05:48,845 we collected data from a variety of stakeholder groups. 117 00:05:48,845 --> 00:05:50,845 I met with principals and assistant principals during 118 00:05:50,845 --> 00:05:52,685 their respective regular meetings. 119 00:05:52,685 --> 00:05:54,605 We met with multiple central office departments, 120 00:05:54,605 --> 00:05:57,140 and we discussed the strategic plan at cabinet meetings. 121 00:05:57,140 --> 00:06:01,140 Also held teacher and school based support staff focus groups. 122 00:06:01,140 --> 00:06:03,300 The invitations to these focus groups were provided through 123 00:06:03,300 --> 00:06:04,900 principals to all staff. 124 00:06:04,900 --> 00:06:08,020 These sessions were extremely helpful in the development of the new plan. 125 00:06:08,020 --> 00:06:10,020 Each group reviewed the vision and mission statements and 126 00:06:10,020 --> 00:06:11,105 provided feedback. 127 00:06:11,105 --> 00:06:13,425 Each group also looked at one or more pillars to provide 128 00:06:13,425 --> 00:06:15,185 insights and meaningful sorry, 129 00:06:15,185 --> 00:06:17,505 insights into potential indicators of success or 130 00:06:17,505 --> 00:06:18,865 success metrics. 131 00:06:18,865 --> 00:06:22,745 Finally, each group identified barriers to success for more students. 132 00:06:23,840 --> 00:06:25,200 As the school board members know, 133 00:06:25,200 --> 00:06:28,240 I provided an update on this process at last week's school board retreat. 134 00:06:28,240 --> 00:06:31,120 In addition, school board members reviewed and provided input in division 135 00:06:31,120 --> 00:06:32,320 and mission statements. 136 00:06:32,320 --> 00:06:34,560 School board members also engaged in an activity aimed at 137 00:06:34,560 --> 00:06:37,640 narrowing and defining a set of core values for MCPS. 138 00:06:38,655 --> 00:06:41,775 Across all groups so far, some key themes have emerged. 139 00:06:41,775 --> 00:06:43,935 Overall, there is support for maintaining the structural 140 00:06:43,935 --> 00:06:45,295 concepts and pillars. 141 00:06:45,295 --> 00:06:46,335 Later in the presentation, 142 00:06:46,335 --> 00:06:48,415 I will discuss how the new iteration of the plan will go 143 00:06:48,415 --> 00:06:50,015 deeper with each pillar. 144 00:06:50,015 --> 00:06:52,015 One theme that has emerged is that the culture of caring 145 00:06:52,015 --> 00:06:54,770 pillar needs a new name to focus on climate and 146 00:06:54,770 --> 00:06:57,810 environment as well as to be more inclusive of staff. 147 00:06:57,810 --> 00:07:00,930 Consensus is that this this strategic plan has given M. P. 148 00:07:00,930 --> 00:07:03,810 S. A better common framework and language than in the past. 149 00:07:03,810 --> 00:07:06,530 A big theme is that consistency and alignment are critical to 150 00:07:06,530 --> 00:07:07,650 the success of the plan. 151 00:07:07,650 --> 00:07:10,185 This means consistency with the implementation of strategic 152 00:07:10,185 --> 00:07:12,585 priorities, consistency across schools, 153 00:07:12,585 --> 00:07:15,225 and consistency in alignment among departments and between 154 00:07:15,225 --> 00:07:17,065 departments and schools. 155 00:07:17,065 --> 00:07:19,305 Another theme is that clearer objectives and metrics for 156 00:07:19,305 --> 00:07:20,185 success are needed. 157 00:07:20,185 --> 00:07:22,760 I will discuss what this will look like later in the presentation. 158 00:07:22,760 --> 00:07:25,880 And finally, a universal theme is that the language in the plan needs to 159 00:07:25,880 --> 00:07:27,560 be more accessible to the community. 160 00:07:27,560 --> 00:07:31,760 It's free of jargon as possible and be as clear and concise as possible. 161 00:07:32,600 --> 00:07:34,520 As I mentioned earlier, 162 00:07:34,520 --> 00:07:37,000 all groups with which we've worked have provided input into 163 00:07:37,000 --> 00:07:38,085 the vision and mission statement. 164 00:07:38,085 --> 00:07:41,765 Initial feedback on both is that they are too wordy and redundant. 165 00:07:41,765 --> 00:07:44,245 In particular, feedback on the mission statement is that it is 166 00:07:44,245 --> 00:07:45,845 confusing and convoluted. 167 00:07:45,845 --> 00:07:46,725 For the vision statement, 168 00:07:46,725 --> 00:07:48,405 interest in broadening the vision to be about all 169 00:07:48,405 --> 00:07:50,085 students, not just graduates with shared. 170 00:07:50,085 --> 00:07:52,770 Of course, the goal is to get all students to graduate, 171 00:07:52,770 --> 00:07:55,250 but the vision is about what we would want to create for all 172 00:07:55,250 --> 00:07:57,250 our students along that journey. 173 00:07:57,250 --> 00:07:59,810 As I shared, the school board provided input into the vision and mission 174 00:07:59,810 --> 00:08:01,330 statements at their retreat. 175 00:08:01,330 --> 00:08:03,970 This input along with the input previously gathered will be 176 00:08:03,970 --> 00:08:06,985 used to generate drafts for revision new vision and mission statements. 177 00:08:06,985 --> 00:08:09,785 Over the summer, the school board will review and provide further input on 178 00:08:09,785 --> 00:08:12,265 these draft vision and mission statements as well as core 179 00:08:12,265 --> 00:08:12,985 value statements. 180 00:08:12,985 --> 00:08:14,745 These drafts from the school board will be shared with the 181 00:08:14,745 --> 00:08:16,625 community for input during the fall. 182 00:08:18,710 --> 00:08:20,790 The new plan will identify will I'm sorry. 183 00:08:20,790 --> 00:08:23,110 Will include a set of identified core values written 184 00:08:23,110 --> 00:08:24,070 into value statements. 185 00:08:24,070 --> 00:08:26,470 These values will be another way initiatives, efforts, 186 00:08:26,470 --> 00:08:28,950 successes can be linked to the strategic plan. 187 00:08:28,950 --> 00:08:31,110 Currently, the plan has a set of belief statements. 188 00:08:31,110 --> 00:08:32,525 A few of these will remain, 189 00:08:32,525 --> 00:08:35,005 but a set of easily recognizable core values will 190 00:08:35,005 --> 00:08:37,885 help the plan become infused into everyday efforts. 191 00:08:37,885 --> 00:08:40,605 To identify the the values, we followed this process. 192 00:08:40,605 --> 00:08:43,085 First, the steering committee brainstormed and identified a 193 00:08:43,085 --> 00:08:44,570 large set of potential values. 194 00:08:44,570 --> 00:08:46,970 Multiple groups have narrowed the list through sorting and 195 00:08:46,970 --> 00:08:48,570 ranking exercises. 196 00:08:48,570 --> 00:08:50,090 The list will be further narrowed this summer, 197 00:08:50,090 --> 00:08:52,090 and a set of value statements will be written. 198 00:08:52,090 --> 00:08:54,010 The school board will review this set of value statements 199 00:08:54,010 --> 00:08:55,210 and provide feedback. 200 00:08:55,210 --> 00:08:57,290 Surveys will be conducted in the fall with stakeholder 201 00:08:57,290 --> 00:08:59,370 groups, including staff, students, parents, 202 00:08:59,370 --> 00:09:02,145 and community that will include ranking of these values. 203 00:09:02,145 --> 00:09:04,545 And then the final set of core values will be included in the 204 00:09:04,545 --> 00:09:06,425 new strategic plan. 205 00:09:07,745 --> 00:09:10,225 Strategic plans tend to have some common key components. 206 00:09:10,225 --> 00:09:12,385 They may have different names and look different if you look 207 00:09:12,385 --> 00:09:13,105 at different plans, 208 00:09:13,105 --> 00:09:15,980 but this table shows how those key components, what they are, 209 00:09:15,980 --> 00:09:18,780 and whether they exist in the current MCPS plan. 210 00:09:18,780 --> 00:09:20,700 Vision and mission, our current plan has these, 211 00:09:20,700 --> 00:09:23,900 and they will be revised for the new plan as we've discussed already tonight. 212 00:09:23,900 --> 00:09:26,860 Core values, our current plan does not have identified core values. 213 00:09:26,860 --> 00:09:27,820 We have belief statements. 214 00:09:27,820 --> 00:09:31,540 The next plan will have a set of core values as we've already discussed. 215 00:09:31,555 --> 00:09:34,355 Goals. Our current plan has aspirational targets. 216 00:09:34,355 --> 00:09:36,515 We will have these in the new plan as well. 217 00:09:36,515 --> 00:09:38,755 Key components and goal areas. These are our pillars. 218 00:09:38,755 --> 00:09:40,835 We will continue having the pillars in our next plan, 219 00:09:40,835 --> 00:09:43,035 but the names may change slightly. 220 00:09:43,075 --> 00:09:43,840 Strategies. 221 00:09:43,840 --> 00:09:46,560 We have strategic priorities by pillar in our current plan. 222 00:09:46,560 --> 00:09:49,040 The new plan will have enhanced specificity for strategies 223 00:09:49,040 --> 00:09:50,840 under each one. 224 00:09:50,880 --> 00:09:52,640 And performance indicators and metrics, 225 00:09:52,640 --> 00:09:54,720 our current plan does not have identified performance 226 00:09:54,720 --> 00:09:57,035 indicators spelled out for the pillars and strategies. 227 00:09:57,035 --> 00:09:59,355 The new plan will have this added layer which will help us 228 00:09:59,355 --> 00:10:01,155 in tracking progress. 229 00:10:02,635 --> 00:10:06,795 So this slide shows the general hierarchical structure for the new plan. 230 00:10:06,795 --> 00:10:08,235 So vision, mission, and values. 231 00:10:08,235 --> 00:10:10,315 This section of the plan will include the vision and mission 232 00:10:10,315 --> 00:10:12,620 statements and the set of core values, which as I said, 233 00:10:12,620 --> 00:10:15,740 will be infused throughout the pillar sections as well. 234 00:10:15,740 --> 00:10:16,940 Student academic success, 235 00:10:16,940 --> 00:10:20,460 this section will include goals and aspirational targets at the macro level. 236 00:10:20,460 --> 00:10:22,940 We'll also include information about our aligned systems and 237 00:10:22,940 --> 00:10:26,420 define operational strategies that support all of the pillars. 238 00:10:26,585 --> 00:10:28,585 And then each pillar will have a goal statement, 239 00:10:28,585 --> 00:10:31,225 strategic priorities with supporting strategies, 240 00:10:31,225 --> 00:10:32,345 and performance metrics, 241 00:10:32,345 --> 00:10:35,305 tentatively being called building blocks to support the 242 00:10:35,305 --> 00:10:36,905 architecture metaphor. 243 00:10:36,905 --> 00:10:39,945 In order to make the plan more transparent and accessible to the community, 244 00:10:39,945 --> 00:10:42,650 we're gonna be developing an interactive strategic plan website. 245 00:10:42,650 --> 00:10:45,930 We'll be able to highlight efforts and initiatives under each pillar. 246 00:10:45,930 --> 00:10:48,570 We're also gonna be developing a strategic plan document that 247 00:10:48,570 --> 00:10:51,930 will be parallel and structured to the budget and CIP documents, 248 00:10:51,930 --> 00:10:54,650 as well as communication flyers that will be public facing. 249 00:10:54,650 --> 00:10:57,650 Graphics will be updated and modernized, so stay tuned. 250 00:10:58,625 --> 00:10:59,185 Okay. 251 00:10:59,185 --> 00:11:01,345 This slide shows the timeline and next steps for the 252 00:11:01,345 --> 00:11:02,465 development of the plan. 253 00:11:02,465 --> 00:11:05,745 And although they go in order, some of it is is iterative. 254 00:11:05,745 --> 00:11:07,025 So over the summer, as I've said, 255 00:11:07,025 --> 00:11:09,265 we're gonna build an initial draft of the structure based on 256 00:11:09,265 --> 00:11:11,105 the input received thus far. 257 00:11:11,105 --> 00:11:13,950 The steering committee and school board will provide input 258 00:11:13,950 --> 00:11:15,870 and feedback on the draft. 259 00:11:15,870 --> 00:11:18,030 Specific strategies and performance indicators are 260 00:11:18,030 --> 00:11:19,790 gonna be developed for each pillar. 261 00:11:19,790 --> 00:11:22,270 Surveys and focus groups will be conducted in the fall with 262 00:11:22,270 --> 00:11:25,590 stakeholders, staff, students, parents, and community. 263 00:11:25,635 --> 00:11:28,595 The school board will be engaged throughout the fall at work sessions, 264 00:11:28,595 --> 00:11:30,835 and then a draft will be finalized by the cabinet in 265 00:11:30,835 --> 00:11:31,955 late fall, early winter. 266 00:11:31,955 --> 00:11:34,515 The goal is to present the plan to the board in January of 267 00:11:34,515 --> 00:11:35,875 twenty twenty seven. 268 00:11:35,875 --> 00:11:38,370 We then need to hold a public hearing and then have the 269 00:11:38,370 --> 00:11:40,770 school board approve the new plan in early February twenty 270 00:11:40,770 --> 00:11:44,330 twenty seven to coincide with the next budget cycle. 271 00:11:45,010 --> 00:11:47,770 Thank you for your time this evening. 272 00:11:48,370 --> 00:11:49,970 Thank you, doctor Susada. 273 00:11:49,970 --> 00:11:53,395 That was a thorough explanation both last week and tonight. 274 00:11:53,395 --> 00:11:56,835 And, this new strategic plan promises to be really refined 275 00:11:56,835 --> 00:12:00,515 and targeted, and the addition of core values and KPIs, 276 00:12:00,515 --> 00:12:04,555 I think, is gonna be huge. Anybody else? 277 00:12:05,875 --> 00:12:07,115 Miss Brescia. 278 00:12:07,320 --> 00:12:09,720 I'm grabbing my water. Yes. Go ahead. 279 00:12:09,720 --> 00:12:10,800 So 280 00:12:12,200 --> 00:12:17,080 I just wanna be clear on the community 281 00:12:17,080 --> 00:12:20,295 opportunities because surveys were mentioned, 282 00:12:20,295 --> 00:12:22,455 but then also on that second to last slide, 283 00:12:22,455 --> 00:12:24,215 focus groups were mentioned. 284 00:12:24,215 --> 00:12:26,535 So focus groups, I'm using as a catch all phrase. 285 00:12:26,535 --> 00:12:28,055 We're gonna try and use what we've done so far. 286 00:12:28,055 --> 00:12:29,095 I'm glad you asked that question. 287 00:12:29,095 --> 00:12:33,450 The process we've tried to use is use existing structures 288 00:12:33,450 --> 00:12:35,050 where people are already coming together. 289 00:12:35,050 --> 00:12:37,370 So we have a lot of parent advisory groups, 290 00:12:37,370 --> 00:12:41,450 SEAC is an example, to be able to go to meetings like that. 291 00:12:41,450 --> 00:12:45,370 But then we also can the public hearing is another way people 292 00:12:45,370 --> 00:12:46,410 can come in person, 293 00:12:46,410 --> 00:12:49,435 but we will do targeted things for the for community members 294 00:12:49,435 --> 00:12:52,235 to be able to participate in person as well as the surveys 295 00:12:52,235 --> 00:12:56,075 are really designed to provide feedback on a draft as well as 296 00:12:56,075 --> 00:12:58,555 particularly with the core values since they're new. 297 00:12:58,555 --> 00:12:59,115 Okay. 298 00:12:59,115 --> 00:13:01,915 So most members of the general public, 299 00:13:01,915 --> 00:13:05,230 if there is someone out there in the general public who wants to weigh in, 300 00:13:05,230 --> 00:13:08,590 their best first bet and best opportunity is gonna be in the survey, 301 00:13:08,590 --> 00:13:11,870 and then their next opportunity is gonna be the And we will advertise yes. 302 00:13:11,870 --> 00:13:13,790 So we don't have dates or anything for those things set 303 00:13:13,790 --> 00:13:15,630 for the fall, but that will all be communicated out. 304 00:13:15,630 --> 00:13:18,350 But the the survey will be available to anyone who wants 305 00:13:18,350 --> 00:13:19,505 to complete it. 306 00:13:19,505 --> 00:13:24,785 There'll be various versions for staff and the community and and students. 307 00:13:24,785 --> 00:13:28,465 But that's a way that anyone can express their opinions, 308 00:13:28,465 --> 00:13:30,385 and then we'll have opportunities that will be 309 00:13:30,385 --> 00:13:32,945 advertised, for other in person opportunities. 310 00:13:32,945 --> 00:13:36,610 Gotcha. The public hearing is fairly late in the process. 311 00:13:36,610 --> 00:13:37,010 Yes. 312 00:13:37,010 --> 00:13:38,410 That's an that's a 313 00:13:39,730 --> 00:13:40,770 statutory requirement. 314 00:13:40,770 --> 00:13:43,090 So that is not that is like your last chance when you 315 00:13:43,090 --> 00:13:46,210 really see after we present the actual draft, 316 00:13:46,210 --> 00:13:47,875 then people are coming and saying, oh, 317 00:13:47,875 --> 00:13:50,435 I don't like this or oh, I really in in support of it. 318 00:13:50,435 --> 00:13:52,675 And so but that's not where you're giving the meat of your feedback. 319 00:13:52,675 --> 00:13:54,115 So this will all happen before that. 320 00:13:54,115 --> 00:13:57,075 So if if there is someone watching out there who wants to 321 00:13:57,075 --> 00:13:58,035 be engaged in the process, 322 00:13:58,035 --> 00:13:59,235 don't wait for the public hearing. 323 00:13:59,235 --> 00:14:00,580 Like, there will be surveys. 324 00:14:00,580 --> 00:14:03,940 And we will add that we will advertise those things early in the fall. 325 00:14:03,940 --> 00:14:06,940 Okay. Good. Thank you. That's it. 326 00:14:08,900 --> 00:14:11,660 Ms. Stevens? Yes. Thank you. 327 00:14:12,100 --> 00:14:14,220 You started to mention 328 00:14:14,745 --> 00:14:16,105 a website. 329 00:14:16,105 --> 00:14:19,225 Can you I know you're very early in the process, 330 00:14:19,225 --> 00:14:23,145 but can you possibly give me a little bit of Of my vision for that? 331 00:14:23,145 --> 00:14:23,385 Yes. 332 00:14:23,385 --> 00:14:24,425 Your vision for that. 333 00:14:24,425 --> 00:14:26,760 Non as a non, like, website person. 334 00:14:26,760 --> 00:14:29,720 So my vision is and from looking at lots of research 335 00:14:29,720 --> 00:14:30,600 with other places, 336 00:14:30,600 --> 00:14:33,000 so I want the strategic plan to be something that is more 337 00:14:33,000 --> 00:14:34,360 living and breathing. 338 00:14:34,360 --> 00:14:37,240 One of the reasons we like the idea of the core values and having, like, 339 00:14:37,240 --> 00:14:40,280 icons for those is we can link them across across the various 340 00:14:40,280 --> 00:14:42,475 parts of our existing website. 341 00:14:42,475 --> 00:14:45,195 But having a website where you would click on a pillar and 342 00:14:45,195 --> 00:14:48,315 you'd be able to see videos or stories about certain things, 343 00:14:48,315 --> 00:14:49,435 it allows us to highlight. 344 00:14:49,435 --> 00:14:51,915 It allows us to say provide information. 345 00:14:51,915 --> 00:14:53,035 What is a cycle that works? 346 00:14:53,035 --> 00:14:55,200 And go into those things and have it all under structure of 347 00:14:55,200 --> 00:14:56,080 the strategic plan. 348 00:14:56,080 --> 00:14:58,480 So it wouldn't just be a document, right, 349 00:14:58,480 --> 00:14:59,360 that's linked on a page. 350 00:14:59,360 --> 00:15:00,720 It would be Interactive. 351 00:15:00,720 --> 00:15:03,120 Interactive in a way where you can, 352 00:15:03,120 --> 00:15:06,160 get more information and allows us to use it to tell our story 353 00:15:06,160 --> 00:15:07,785 and, highlight things. 354 00:15:07,785 --> 00:15:10,025 So now when you envision the website, 355 00:15:10,025 --> 00:15:11,865 I wanna make sure you and I are envisioning the same thing 356 00:15:11,865 --> 00:15:12,425 because, you know, 357 00:15:12,425 --> 00:15:15,225 my brain goes Is that something you're going 358 00:15:15,225 --> 00:15:18,665 to start getting up before putting together before the 359 00:15:18,665 --> 00:15:21,545 strategic plan is approved in February? 360 00:15:21,545 --> 00:15:24,700 Is that something people can look to throughout the process 361 00:15:24,700 --> 00:15:26,540 to see how the process is going? 362 00:15:26,540 --> 00:15:28,540 Question. So some of that will occur. 363 00:15:28,540 --> 00:15:30,940 So they'll we'll set up the shell, 364 00:15:30,940 --> 00:15:33,340 but most of the interactive pieces won't come until after, 365 00:15:33,340 --> 00:15:35,180 but there will be that's where you can go and see. 366 00:15:35,180 --> 00:15:38,235 We will post versions. We will post links to the surveys. 367 00:15:38,235 --> 00:15:40,155 We will we will set start sending people there, 368 00:15:40,155 --> 00:15:43,355 but it'll really become its full thing once it's approved. 369 00:15:43,355 --> 00:15:44,075 Okay. Yep. 370 00:15:44,075 --> 00:15:47,195 And so we'll going back to what miss Brescia said, 371 00:15:47,195 --> 00:15:49,980 will this be will they'll where excuse me. 372 00:15:49,980 --> 00:15:53,740 Will there be a feature within this website where people 373 00:15:53,740 --> 00:15:58,060 can participate, maybe provide thoughts, provide comments? 374 00:15:58,060 --> 00:15:58,780 So there'll be yes. 375 00:15:58,780 --> 00:15:59,900 So when I say surveys, 376 00:15:59,900 --> 00:16:02,345 there'll be links to ways people can provide feedback 377 00:16:02,345 --> 00:16:03,865 that'll be featured on the website, 378 00:16:03,865 --> 00:16:07,065 and we'll advertise those through all the typical typical channels. 379 00:16:07,065 --> 00:16:10,185 And then once I envision this not just for the launching of 380 00:16:10,185 --> 00:16:12,425 the plan, but over the course of the five years, right, 381 00:16:12,425 --> 00:16:15,625 there'll be dashboards and progress because having these 382 00:16:15,625 --> 00:16:18,530 indicators are gonna allow us to show progress in real time 383 00:16:18,530 --> 00:16:20,610 in a variety of ways, not just, you know, 384 00:16:20,610 --> 00:16:21,730 test scores at the end of the year. 385 00:16:21,730 --> 00:16:24,530 So we'll be able to have those kind of dashboards will all be 386 00:16:24,530 --> 00:16:26,290 part of this website. 387 00:16:26,290 --> 00:16:26,450 Yeah. 388 00:16:26,450 --> 00:16:29,570 I think I think that's really great because although we we 389 00:16:29,570 --> 00:16:32,130 are using the strategic plan and we're following the 390 00:16:32,130 --> 00:16:35,385 strategic plan and we have updates to the strategic plan, 391 00:16:35,385 --> 00:16:38,385 it doesn't feel like it's a living 392 00:16:38,425 --> 00:16:41,705 artifact, so to It feels, for many people, 393 00:16:41,705 --> 00:16:44,185 like this piece of paper that you're just referring back to. 394 00:16:44,185 --> 00:16:47,170 But I think if it's built into an interactive website that 395 00:16:47,170 --> 00:16:51,170 people can see, that anyone can go to to see where we are, 396 00:16:51,170 --> 00:16:53,970 what we're doing, what the progress looks like, 397 00:16:53,970 --> 00:16:58,130 I think that's going to be very helpful to the public especially. 398 00:16:58,130 --> 00:17:01,010 That's the goal. I look forward to seeing that being developed. 399 00:17:01,010 --> 00:17:01,850 Thank you. 400 00:17:02,485 --> 00:17:04,205 Anybody else? 401 00:17:04,405 --> 00:17:06,045 Ms. Miles. 402 00:17:06,085 --> 00:17:08,805 So I noticed that you put on there that we're gonna be 403 00:17:08,805 --> 00:17:11,205 engaging during work sessions. 404 00:17:11,205 --> 00:17:13,365 Are these gonna be separate work sessions like our budget 405 00:17:13,365 --> 00:17:15,940 sessions are separate, or they're gonna be included 406 00:17:15,940 --> 00:17:18,740 during our work sessions, our normal work sessions? 407 00:17:18,740 --> 00:17:21,380 So, that is, of course, 408 00:17:21,380 --> 00:17:22,820 that is up to you. 409 00:17:22,820 --> 00:17:25,500 You have existing work session time, 410 00:17:25,700 --> 00:17:28,575 so however you prefer to to do it. 411 00:17:28,575 --> 00:17:31,455 So my goal would not be to create additional meetings for 412 00:17:31,455 --> 00:17:33,735 you, but it would be touch points, 413 00:17:33,775 --> 00:17:36,015 along the way using ideally, again, 414 00:17:36,015 --> 00:17:39,895 your existing meeting structure should the board find that acceptable. 415 00:17:40,030 --> 00:17:40,430 Okay. 416 00:17:40,430 --> 00:17:41,550 And the other question is, 417 00:17:41,550 --> 00:17:44,750 I know like miss Brescia said about the surveys, 418 00:17:44,750 --> 00:17:49,230 the focus groups, will we get updates on how those are going 419 00:17:49,230 --> 00:17:50,750 Yes. Along the way? Okay. 420 00:17:50,750 --> 00:17:52,510 That's kind of what the at the work sessions, 421 00:17:52,510 --> 00:17:56,015 you'd be getting synthesis of here's what we've heard. 422 00:17:56,015 --> 00:17:57,055 Here's where we're at. 423 00:17:57,055 --> 00:18:00,655 Here's changes that are being recommended as drafts proceed. 424 00:18:00,655 --> 00:18:01,735 Okay. 425 00:18:02,095 --> 00:18:05,930 And the public hearing is that going to be during a regular 426 00:18:05,930 --> 00:18:07,130 school board meeting, 427 00:18:07,130 --> 00:18:10,770 or is that going to be at a separate date in a separate location? 428 00:18:10,890 --> 00:18:14,650 Typically, the public hearings are scheduled as like through us 429 00:18:14,650 --> 00:18:15,850 through a school board meeting, 430 00:18:15,850 --> 00:18:18,250 it would be the in between one between when we present it just 431 00:18:18,250 --> 00:18:19,730 like we do for the budget. 432 00:18:19,845 --> 00:18:23,685 Again, that's a that's a statutory requirement that is just kind 433 00:18:23,685 --> 00:18:26,765 of a last chance effort for for comment. 434 00:18:27,125 --> 00:18:29,445 Yeah. So that would be an existing board meeting. 435 00:18:29,445 --> 00:18:31,925 In addition to that, the surveys, the focus groups, 436 00:18:31,925 --> 00:18:34,460 and the public hearing, are we will we have translators for 437 00:18:34,460 --> 00:18:36,780 our families who speak other languages? 438 00:18:36,780 --> 00:18:39,900 How will we, make sure it's equitable? 439 00:18:39,900 --> 00:18:45,020 So, any survey would be tran would exist in other languages, 440 00:18:45,020 --> 00:18:47,925 and then anything that we would do that was targeted to parents 441 00:18:47,925 --> 00:18:50,765 in the community that was in person, we would, 442 00:18:50,805 --> 00:18:52,885 I'll work with communications to make sure we have that. 443 00:18:52,885 --> 00:18:53,125 Okay. 444 00:18:53,125 --> 00:18:54,645 And especially for the public hearing, 445 00:18:54,645 --> 00:18:56,485 if there's a parent who wants to share, 446 00:18:56,485 --> 00:18:59,870 will we be able to have a translator on hand so that way 447 00:18:59,870 --> 00:19:01,550 we can understand what Yes. 448 00:19:01,550 --> 00:19:03,630 Okay. Thank you. That's all I have. 449 00:19:03,630 --> 00:19:04,630 Thanks. 450 00:19:05,470 --> 00:19:07,110 Anybody else? 451 00:19:07,150 --> 00:19:10,470 Thank you very much, Doctor. Casada. Thank you. 452 00:19:12,510 --> 00:19:15,475 I don't even know what to do. It's six nineteen. 453 00:19:16,635 --> 00:19:19,155 It's time for board member comments. 454 00:19:19,595 --> 00:19:21,555 Miss Stevens, you're up. 455 00:19:21,915 --> 00:19:22,475 Thank you. 456 00:19:22,475 --> 00:19:24,570 I think this is the first time I'm going first, 457 00:19:24,570 --> 00:19:25,770 so it's very unusual. 458 00:19:25,770 --> 00:19:28,170 I'm I'm not used to being first. 459 00:19:28,170 --> 00:19:31,050 So because I usually listen to what everyone else has to say, 460 00:19:31,050 --> 00:19:32,890 and that tells me what I still need to say, 461 00:19:32,890 --> 00:19:34,730 but being the first person to speak will get to separate. 462 00:19:34,730 --> 00:19:35,730 So 463 00:19:36,410 --> 00:19:39,610 last week's retreat was an important opportunity for self 464 00:19:39,610 --> 00:19:42,215 reflection, thoughtful and sometimes difficult 465 00:19:42,215 --> 00:19:45,415 discussions, and meaningful updates across our division. 466 00:19:45,415 --> 00:19:48,455 It allowed each board member to gain a deeper understanding of 467 00:19:48,455 --> 00:19:51,575 how well our division is performing and the work being 468 00:19:51,575 --> 00:19:53,295 done to make it stronger. 469 00:19:53,570 --> 00:19:57,410 One highlight for me was the update on alternative education, 470 00:19:57,410 --> 00:20:00,370 specifically evening school and the Pathways program. 471 00:20:00,370 --> 00:20:03,010 Both have demonstrated encouraging success. 472 00:20:03,010 --> 00:20:05,330 In Pathways, two students graduated, 473 00:20:05,330 --> 00:20:08,235 representing nine percent of those enrolled. 474 00:20:08,235 --> 00:20:10,795 In evening school, which serves seventy four students, 475 00:20:10,795 --> 00:20:13,995 thirty four students graduated in May and another eighteen are 476 00:20:13,995 --> 00:20:16,795 expected to graduate by the end of July. 477 00:20:16,795 --> 00:20:19,835 These outcomes reflect our division's strong commitment to 478 00:20:19,835 --> 00:20:23,130 student success and our belief that every student deserves the 479 00:20:23,130 --> 00:20:26,210 opportunity to learn, grow, and achieve. 480 00:20:28,250 --> 00:20:30,610 Thank you. Ms. Brown? 481 00:20:31,290 --> 00:20:32,570 I would be really brief, 482 00:20:32,570 --> 00:20:35,835 but I just wanted to mention that thank you for making 483 00:20:35,835 --> 00:20:37,675 comments about the retreat. 484 00:20:37,675 --> 00:20:41,835 And today in the consent agenda, we actually approve, 485 00:20:41,835 --> 00:20:45,355 the priorities and the number one priority is to have our 486 00:20:45,355 --> 00:20:46,955 schools on track. 487 00:20:46,955 --> 00:20:49,740 And this will take investments not just from families, 488 00:20:49,740 --> 00:20:53,660 but also our whole community, and it will also take, 489 00:20:53,660 --> 00:20:58,500 city council and school board collaboration and continued dialogue. 490 00:20:58,620 --> 00:21:02,795 And tonight, to show our commitment to this priority 491 00:21:02,795 --> 00:21:04,075 in the consent agenda, 492 00:21:04,075 --> 00:21:06,315 we approve over ten million dollars in contracts and 493 00:21:06,315 --> 00:21:10,475 operational expenditures that include, technology, 494 00:21:10,475 --> 00:21:12,635 international teacher recruitment, transportation, 495 00:21:12,635 --> 00:21:15,170 maintenance, and utilities, just to mention a few. 496 00:21:15,170 --> 00:21:17,330 So we are all committed, 497 00:21:17,330 --> 00:21:20,450 and I think we're gonna be seeing some changes. 498 00:21:20,450 --> 00:21:23,370 I also like to congratulate or 499 00:21:24,130 --> 00:21:27,650 give, just a little bit of a shout 500 00:21:27,650 --> 00:21:31,665 out to students who are attending summer school session. 501 00:21:31,665 --> 00:21:34,865 I know that, in Prince William, where my employer is, 502 00:21:34,865 --> 00:21:37,345 I spent the last two days working with students who 503 00:21:37,345 --> 00:21:41,945 started their school, summer session, today. 504 00:21:42,110 --> 00:21:46,190 And, that also is a commitment for families to make 505 00:21:46,190 --> 00:21:49,550 sure that your students continue to learn and grow 506 00:21:49,550 --> 00:21:53,390 through the summer months, but it's also a huge commitment for 507 00:21:53,390 --> 00:21:56,775 teachers and staff who go above and beyond, 508 00:21:56,775 --> 00:22:00,135 to give a little bit extra to all of our families and students. 509 00:22:00,135 --> 00:22:02,535 So thank you to everyone in every district, 510 00:22:02,535 --> 00:22:06,135 particularly this district, who is doing that for all children. 511 00:22:06,135 --> 00:22:11,170 And, so I think that's all my comments for today. 512 00:22:11,370 --> 00:22:14,050 Thank you, Ms. Brown. Ms. Miles. 513 00:22:14,170 --> 00:22:16,170 Thank you. Yes. 514 00:22:16,170 --> 00:22:18,810 Last week, we, went on our school board retreat, 515 00:22:18,810 --> 00:22:21,450 and we discussed lots of things. 516 00:22:21,450 --> 00:22:25,695 We got some updates on quite a few departments, 517 00:22:25,695 --> 00:22:27,775 which was very enlightening. 518 00:22:27,775 --> 00:22:31,455 And seeing the retention rates of our teachers and how many 519 00:22:31,455 --> 00:22:35,215 teachers are excited to bring friends to our school district 520 00:22:35,215 --> 00:22:36,855 was very encouraging. 521 00:22:36,980 --> 00:22:42,260 I also enjoyed the heavy discussions that we had on our priorities, 522 00:22:42,260 --> 00:22:45,300 and I think that if you will look at our school board priorities, 523 00:22:45,300 --> 00:22:48,660 you will be very encouraged to see that we came up with three 524 00:22:48,660 --> 00:22:54,075 very sound priorities for, our school board to get behind. 525 00:22:54,355 --> 00:22:58,515 In addition, I hope everyone is able to come out to our joint session on 526 00:22:58,515 --> 00:23:01,315 Thursday so you can kind of learn a little bit more about, 527 00:23:01,315 --> 00:23:04,475 that as we present it to the city council. 528 00:23:05,000 --> 00:23:09,680 And I wanted to give a shout out to all the fathers, 529 00:23:09,720 --> 00:23:11,480 grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, 530 00:23:11,480 --> 00:23:13,560 father figures who make a difference in the lives of our 531 00:23:13,560 --> 00:23:15,080 children and community. 532 00:23:15,080 --> 00:23:19,905 On Sunday, we celebrated Father's Day and the men that show up with love, 533 00:23:19,905 --> 00:23:21,985 guidance, patience, unwavering support. 534 00:23:21,985 --> 00:23:25,345 I know that without, a strong father figure, 535 00:23:25,345 --> 00:23:27,345 my dad in my life, 536 00:23:27,345 --> 00:23:29,785 I would not be the person I am today 537 00:23:30,360 --> 00:23:32,280 From whether it's you're helping with homework, 538 00:23:32,280 --> 00:23:35,400 cheering from the sidelines, attending school events, 539 00:23:35,400 --> 00:23:37,560 or simply being a steady presence, 540 00:23:37,560 --> 00:23:40,600 fathers play an invaluable role in helping our students thrive. 541 00:23:40,600 --> 00:23:41,880 And as a school board member, 542 00:23:41,880 --> 00:23:44,905 I know that strong families and supportive adults are essential 543 00:23:44,905 --> 00:23:46,185 partners in education. 544 00:23:46,185 --> 00:23:48,705 I know it's the summertime, but, 545 00:23:48,745 --> 00:23:52,745 without those, mentors or father figures in your 546 00:23:52,745 --> 00:23:55,785 life, students sometimes go astray. 547 00:23:55,785 --> 00:23:59,270 So I really appreciate all that you're doing to invest your 548 00:23:59,270 --> 00:24:02,550 time, your wisdom, and hearts into raising the next generation. 549 00:24:02,550 --> 00:24:04,310 And I hope that you enjoyed your Father's Day. 550 00:24:04,310 --> 00:24:05,190 That's all that I have. 551 00:24:05,190 --> 00:24:05,670 Thank you. 552 00:24:05,670 --> 00:24:07,590 Thank you, Ms. Miles. Ms. Brescia. 553 00:24:07,590 --> 00:24:08,150 Thank you. 554 00:24:08,150 --> 00:24:09,510 Everybody is so eloquent, 555 00:24:09,510 --> 00:24:10,950 so I'm not going to belabor any points. 556 00:24:10,950 --> 00:24:14,525 But the one thing I do want to add is to publicly recognize 557 00:24:14,525 --> 00:24:15,965 and thank our clerk, Ms. 558 00:24:15,965 --> 00:24:19,565 Garza, who, she hates public recognition. 559 00:24:19,565 --> 00:24:21,885 We're going to do it anyway because you deserve it for 560 00:24:21,885 --> 00:24:23,645 handling that retreat so well, 561 00:24:23,645 --> 00:24:26,730 and especially considering all of the hurdles that came up in your way. 562 00:24:26,730 --> 00:24:30,010 Logistically, actually, a very successful retreat. 563 00:24:30,010 --> 00:24:33,210 And you give so much of yourself to us, 564 00:24:33,210 --> 00:24:34,730 and you do so much for us. 565 00:24:34,730 --> 00:24:37,210 So I just wanted to take this moment to thank you for a 566 00:24:37,210 --> 00:24:38,770 successful retreat. 567 00:24:41,865 --> 00:24:44,025 Please forgive me. Very nice. 568 00:24:44,025 --> 00:24:44,905 Thank you, miss Brescia. 569 00:24:44,905 --> 00:24:46,185 Doctor Jones. 570 00:24:46,185 --> 00:24:50,745 At the Obama presidential center opening, Obama stated, quote, 571 00:24:50,745 --> 00:24:55,130 the single most powerful word in our democracy is the word we. 572 00:24:55,130 --> 00:24:58,410 We, the people, we shall overcome. Yes. 573 00:24:58,410 --> 00:25:02,890 We can. The word is owned by no one. It belongs to everyone. 574 00:25:02,890 --> 00:25:06,810 Oh, what a glorious task we are given to continually try to 575 00:25:06,810 --> 00:25:10,055 improve this great nation of ours, end quote. 576 00:25:10,055 --> 00:25:11,655 The moment I heard these words, 577 00:25:11,655 --> 00:25:15,215 I knew I wanted to share the power of the word we. 578 00:25:15,335 --> 00:25:17,175 As we close out the twenty five, 579 00:25:17,175 --> 00:25:19,895 twenty six school year and move into the twenty six, 580 00:25:19,895 --> 00:25:23,415 twenty seven school year, let us intentionally use the word 581 00:25:23,415 --> 00:25:25,240 we more often. 582 00:25:25,240 --> 00:25:28,040 We reminds us that our greatest successes come through 583 00:25:28,040 --> 00:25:31,480 collaboration, shared responsibility, and collective 584 00:25:31,480 --> 00:25:32,920 responsibility. 585 00:25:32,920 --> 00:25:36,600 Many well known quotes reinforce the power of teamwork. 586 00:25:36,600 --> 00:25:40,975 John Haywood wrote, many hands make like work. 587 00:25:40,975 --> 00:25:44,735 An African proverb, if you wanna go fast, go alone. 588 00:25:44,735 --> 00:25:47,815 If you wanna go far, go together. 589 00:25:48,255 --> 00:25:50,815 Maddie Stepapuk, unity is strength. 590 00:25:50,815 --> 00:25:53,340 When there is teamwork and collaboration, 591 00:25:53,340 --> 00:25:55,740 wonderful things can be achieved. 592 00:25:55,740 --> 00:25:58,620 Helen Keller, alone we can do so little. 593 00:25:58,620 --> 00:26:00,620 Together we can do so much. 594 00:26:00,620 --> 00:26:03,740 And mother Teresa, I can do things you cannot. 595 00:26:03,740 --> 00:26:05,420 You can do things I cannot. 596 00:26:05,420 --> 00:26:07,700 Together we can do great things. 597 00:26:07,785 --> 00:26:10,585 As educators, families, students, and community 598 00:26:10,585 --> 00:26:13,865 members, we have the unique gifts and we have unique gifts 599 00:26:13,865 --> 00:26:15,145 and perspectives. 600 00:26:15,145 --> 00:26:17,465 By embracing the power of we, 601 00:26:17,465 --> 00:26:20,585 we can continue building schools and communities where 602 00:26:20,585 --> 00:26:23,510 everyone contributes and everyone succeeds. 603 00:26:23,510 --> 00:26:26,870 Together, we educate. Together, we achieve. 604 00:26:26,870 --> 00:26:29,470 Together, we make a difference. 605 00:26:29,510 --> 00:26:32,150 Thank you, vice chair. That was very nice. 606 00:26:32,150 --> 00:26:33,190 Before we adjourn, 607 00:26:33,190 --> 00:26:35,030 I'd just like to leave our community with a bit of 608 00:26:35,030 --> 00:26:36,625 encouraging news from Richmond. 609 00:26:36,625 --> 00:26:39,425 Yesterday, the general assembly has approved a budget package that 610 00:26:39,425 --> 00:26:42,545 is expected to receive final approval from the governor in 611 00:26:42,545 --> 00:26:44,185 the near future. 612 00:26:44,705 --> 00:26:47,345 While our staff is still reviewing the final details, 613 00:26:47,345 --> 00:26:51,410 and we will have more to share once the budget is officially enacted, 614 00:26:51,410 --> 00:26:53,890 The legislation contains several provisions that are 615 00:26:53,890 --> 00:26:56,610 expected to positively impact our school system. 616 00:26:56,610 --> 00:26:59,250 The Commonwealth's investment in public education reflects an 617 00:26:59,250 --> 00:27:01,570 understanding of the challenges school divisions are facing 618 00:27:01,570 --> 00:27:04,930 across Virginia from recruiting and obtaining exceptional 619 00:27:04,930 --> 00:27:07,875 educators to meeting the increasing academic, social, 620 00:27:07,875 --> 00:27:09,715 and emotional needs of students. 621 00:27:09,715 --> 00:27:12,435 We anticipate that some of those investments will benefit 622 00:27:12,435 --> 00:27:14,035 our division directly. 623 00:27:14,035 --> 00:27:15,875 I don't wanna spoil all the details tonight, 624 00:27:15,875 --> 00:27:18,275 but I'm excited about what this could mean for our students, 625 00:27:18,275 --> 00:27:19,555 our staff, and our community. 626 00:27:19,555 --> 00:27:22,180 Once the governor takes final action and our team completes 627 00:27:22,180 --> 00:27:23,460 its analysis, 628 00:27:23,460 --> 00:27:26,820 we will forward we look forward to sharing exactly how those 629 00:27:26,820 --> 00:27:29,380 changes will be reflected in MCPS. 630 00:27:29,380 --> 00:27:31,860 As always, I'm grateful for our partnership between our local 631 00:27:31,860 --> 00:27:33,700 community, our elected officials, 632 00:27:33,700 --> 00:27:36,575 and the Commonwealth as we continue working together to 633 00:27:36,575 --> 00:27:39,535 provide every student with the opportunities they deserve. 634 00:27:39,535 --> 00:27:43,655 Thank you, and have a wonderful evening. I get a motion. 635 00:27:44,975 --> 00:27:47,935 Chair, I move that the school board meeting adjourn. 636 00:27:47,935 --> 00:27:49,095 Second. 637 00:27:50,960 --> 00:27:52,400 I have a motion by miss Stevens, 638 00:27:52,400 --> 00:27:54,720 seconded by miss Brown that the school board meeting adjourn. 639 00:27:54,720 --> 00:27:57,520 Is there any discussion? All in favor? 640 00:27:57,520 --> 00:28:01,640 Aye. Any opposed? That's six o, miss Carson. 641 00:28:01,925 --> 00:28:03,165 Thank 642 00:28:03,685 --> 00:28:04,485 you, everyone. 643 00:28:04,485 --> 00:28:06,445 Congratulations. Record time.