Executive Session, Work Session, Community Input Session & Business Meeting

Summary: BOARD MEMBERS:
Mr. Diijon DaCosta, Sr., Board Chair
Mrs. Deirdre P. Pierce, Vice Chair
Mr. Andrew Ziffer
Ms. Whitney McGinniss
Ms. Allyson Gevertz
Tiffany Hogan, Ph.D.
Mr. Awet Eyasu

Dr. Devon Q. Horton, Superintendent

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adopt the January 13, 2025 work session and business meeting agenda.

Motion by: ________________
Seconded by: _____________
Vote: ______________

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Devon Q. Horton, Superintendent

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Andrew Ziffer, Board Member District 1

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Andrew Ziffer, Board Member District 1

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Andrew Ziffer, Board Member District 1

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Andrew Ziffer, Board Member District 1

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Whitney McGinniss, Board Member, District 2

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Deidre P. Pierce, Vice Chair

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Deidre P. Pierce, Vice Chair

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Deidre P. Pierce, Vice Chair

Request: Presented by: Dr. Tiffany Tate-Hogan, Board Member, District 5

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Tiffany Tate-Hogan, Board Member, District 5

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Diijon DaCosta, Sr., Board Chair

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Diijon DaCosta, Sr., Board Chair

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Devon Q. Horton, Superintendent

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships,
Dr. Kelmit Belcher, Interim Chief Technology Officer, Division of Information & Instructional Technology

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Crystal M. Felix-Clarke, Principal & CEO of DeKalb Path Academy

Contact: Dr. Triscilla Weaver; Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678-676-0485

Ms. Kina M. Champion; Director, School Innovation; Division of Access & Opportunity, 678-676-0718

Ms. Crystal M. Felix-Clarke, Principal & CEO of DeKalb Path Academy

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Triscilla Weaver, Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the proposed elementary school attendance areas, effective July 1, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year, as shown in the Elementary School Attendance Areas Map (dated 1/13/2025).

Details: In January 2023, the Board approved a major renovation of the Idlewood facility, with an architect and a construction manager approved in February 2024. Idlewood Elementary School is currently 100+ students over capacity with twelve (12) existing portable classrooms. Proceeding with a major renovation without reducing the number of students, would require at least an additional twelve (12) portable classrooms. This would likely extend the construction schedule, adding significant additional cost to the project and disruption to Idlewood students and staff.

Smoke Rise Elementary has over 400 hundred available seats and is in the same middle and high school cluster as Idlewood ES.

Approval of the proposed elementary attendance areas would move an estimated 400 students from Idlewood Elementary to Smoke Rise elementary, reducing Idlewood’s capacity utilization from 115% to around 60%. This would provide adequate space within the Idlewood facility to progress with the major renovation of Idlewood while reducing disruption to instruction.

Financial impact: The attendance area adjustment from Idlewood ES to Smoke Rise ES will have no direct cost to DCSD and is expected to significantly reduce the final cost to renovate the Idlewood facility.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter,  Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470 
Mr. Hans Williams, Director, Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Divison of Operations, 678-676-1588
Dr. Triscilla Weaver, Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Diijon DaCosta, Sr., Board Chair

Request: It is requested that the floor be opened to accept nominations for the position of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025.

Election of Chair for 2025 calendar year:

1. Nominee: _________________________ By: _______________

2. Nominee: _________________________ By: _______________

Motion that nominations be closed by: _______________
Seconded by: _______________
Vote: __________

Votes for Nominee #1 __________ Votes for Nominee #2 __________


Election of Vice Chair for the 2025 calendar year:

1. Nominee: _________________________ By: _______________

2. Nominee: _________________________ By: _______________

Motion that nominations be closed by: _______________
Seconded by: _______________
Vote: __________

Votes for Nominee #1 _______________ Votes for Nominee #2 _______________

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Board-Chair Elect

Request: Pursuant to Board Policies BH (Board Member Code of Ethics) and BHA (Board Member Conflict of Interest), it is requested that the members of the Board of Education re-affirm their commitment to comply with Board Policy BH (Board Member Code of Ethics) and Board Policy BHA (Board Member Conflict of Interest). It is also requested that members of the Board of Education affirm to comply with Board Norms approved May 6, 2013.

Details: To enforce the Board Code of Ethics, policy BH authorizes the Board to take various measures if a Board Member is found by a majority vote of the Board to have violated the Code of Ethics. The burden of proof is on the Board to establish the alleged violation by a preponderance of the evidence. If the accused Board Member is found to have committed the alleged violation, the Board is authorized to take several actions.

1. Censure or reprimand the Board Member;

2. Disavow the improper acts or statements of the Board Member;

3. Require a public apology by the Board Member;

4. Initiate a civil action to recover the value of anything received by the Board Member in violation of the Board Member Ethics Policy or the Board Member Conflict of Interest Policy;

5. If warranted by the evidence and findings; report the matter to the law enforcement authorities for possible consideration of criminal charges against the Board Member.

Summary: Presented by: Board Chair~Elect

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve travel related to educational conferences, meetings and workshops that address issues, strategies and process which will enable Board decisions to improve student achievement and successful management practices within the District for the calendar year 2025.

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Vice Chair Elect

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education elect no more than two (2) other Board of Education members and no more than three (3) Community Advisors to the Audit Committee.

Contact: Vice-Chair Elect, 678.676.0722

Effective: Upon Board of Education Approval

Status: Approval by General Counsel

Summary: Presented by: Board Chair Elect

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education reauthorize the Board B Policy Review Committee to extend the term of service to another 180 days.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Board Chair - Elect, 678.676.0722

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: No Legal Approval Needed

Summary: Presented by: Board Chair Elect

Request: It is requested that the floor be opened to accept nominations for the position of Board Member on the Board Policy Review Committee.

Election of Board Member to the Board Policy Review Team:

1. Nominee: _________________________ By: _______________

2. Nominee: _________________________ By: _______________

Motion that nominations be closed by: _______________
Seconded by: _______________
Vote: __________

Votes for Nominee #1 __________ Votes for Nominee #2 __________

Contact: Board Chair Elect, 678.676.0722

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Summary: Presented by: Board Chair, Elect

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the contract renewal one of four (#1 of 4) for ITB 24-458 for Asphalt Paving, Striping, and Overlay Services in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000.


DAF Concrete, Inc.
ShepCO Paving, Inc.

Details: On February 12, 2024, the Board approved the award of ITB 24-458 for Asphalt Paving, Striping, and Overlay Services to DAF Concrete, Inc. and ShepCo Paving, Inc. as the most responsive and responsible vendors to provide services throughout DCSD on an as-needed basis. This recommendation is for the first of four (#1 of 4) one (1) year contract renewal options.


DAF Concrete, Inc. is located at 9061 turner Road, Jonesboro, Ga 30236
ShepCo Paving, Inc. is located at 4080 McGinnis Ferry Road, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Financial impact: The financial impact for these services in an amount not to exceed $2,500,000 will be allocated from the General Fund Budget, Deferred Maintenance
(100.2600.543013.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000).

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer; Division of Operations, 678.676.1447
Mr. Bobby Moncrief, Director of Facilities Management, Division of Operations, 678.676.1478

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the fourth of four (#4 of 4) contract renewals for ITB 21-752-010 for Tree Cutting and Trimming Services in a not to exceed amount of $1,500,000 to:


Casey Tree Experts
Richmond Tree Experts, Inc.
Total Outdoor, LLC.

Details: On January 11, 2021, the Board approved the award of ITB 21-752-010 for Tree Cutting and Trimming Services to Casey Tree Experts, Richmond Tree Experts, Inc. and Total Outdoors, LLC as the most responsive and responsible offeror vendors to provide services throughout DCSD on an as-needed basis. This recommendation is for the fourth of four (#4 of 4) one (1) year contract renewal options.

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Casey Tree Experts is located at 4135 Arcadia Industrial Cir SW, Lilburn, GA 30047.
Richmond Tree Experts, Inc. is located at 1715 Nekoma Street, Marietta, GA 30068.
Total Outdoors, LLC is located at 613 Baymist Ct, Loganville, GA 30052.

Financial impact: The total contract amount for these services, in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000, will be allocated from the General Fund Budget, Deferred Maintenance (100.2600.543013.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000).

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1447
Mr. Bobby Moncrief, Director of Facilities Management, Division of Operations, 678.676.1478

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve grant of an easement to the Georgia Power Company for upgrades to electric distribution facilities around the Stone Mountain Elementary School site.

Details: The property site is 6720 James B Rivers Memorial Drive, Stone Mountain, Ga 30083 - Stone Mountain Elementary School. The area of the requested easement is defined as any portion of the Site located within fifteen (15) feet of the centerline of the overhead distribution line (s) as shown in “Exhibit A”. The purpose of the easement is to allow the Georgia Power Company to install and maintain electrical and communication lines, poles, and equipment on the Site. Georgia Power will maintain, repair and rebuild on all equipment including wires, transformers, and cables to strengthen the service to the Stone Mountain Elementary School off James B Rivers Memorial Drive. Overhead lines in various areas may be more prone to outages caused by trees contacting lines or vehicular collisions. Removing any trees and other obstructions to the lines and equipment will aid in providing the area with quality service.

Financial impact: The easement will directly benefit the DeKalb County School District. The financial impact of the easement will be $2,750 paid by Georgia Power Company to the District. Funds will be allocated to Charge Code 300.0000.4199.50.00271.9999.9990.8010.040.0000

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1447
Mr. Hans G, Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the following:


The contract renewal for ITB 22-80 for District-Wide Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) district Contract Award for Ernie Morris Enterprises, Lakeshore Learning Materials LLC., and School Specialty LLC., for a term through March 14, 2025, to March 13, 2026, not to exceed amount of $5,000,000.


This is the third of four (#3 of 4) contract renewals for ITB 22-80.


An increase in the spend limit of contract ITB 22-80 for District-Wide Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) Contract Award for Ernie Morris Enterprises, Lakeshore Learning Materials LLC., and School Specialty LLC., through March 13, 2025, in the not to exceed amount of $2,000,000.

Details: The Warehouse Department of the Operations Division is requesting contract renewal and an increased spend limit for ITB 22-80 for the District-Wide Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) Contract. The contract renewal is the third of four (#3 of 4) renewal options from March 14, 2025, through March 13, 2026.

The increased spend limit request is to address the $1.8 million in backordered student furniture (104 schools) that must be fulfilled to support DCSD students. Additionally, there is approximately $820,000 worth of backordered office furniture pending (21 schools), which is necessary to support principals, administrative staff, and various DCSD office spaces.

Financial impact: The financial impact of these services is a not to exceed amount of $5,000,000 through March 2026 for the contract renewal and $2,000,000 for the contract spend limit increase and will be allocated from the General Fund Code: 100.2600.561500.00011.7620.9990.8010.040.0000

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer; Division of Operations, 678.676.1447
Mr. Keith Singleton, Director; Business Services Department, Division of Operations, 678.676.1422

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the contract for rental of the Georgia State Convocation Center for 23 Graduation Ceremonies in an amount not to exceed $369,133.75.

Details: This contract is for the 2025 graduation season. The rental fee includes the cost of security, EMS Services, chair rental, stage rental, stage draping, and custodial services for the commencement exercises of DeKalb County School District high schools. The event will take place over a period of five (6) days, including a setup day. The Georgia State Convocation Center is located at 455 Capitol Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30312.

Financial impact: $369,133.75 will be paid from charge code: 100.2100.544100.02011.7000.9990.8010.010.0000

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Effective: May 21-25, 2025

Status: Approved for Legal Sufficiency

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the use of Georgia Statewide Contract-99999-SPD-ES40199373-009S (Wade Ford Inc.) and 99999-SPD-ES40199373-002 (Allan Vigil Ford) for the purchase of support vehicles for the Operations Division in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.

Details: The Division of Operations is requesting approval to utilize the State of Georgia - Department of Administrative Services - Statewide Standard Contract through Wade Ford, Inc. and Allan Vigil Ford Lincoln, Inc.

On November 1, 2013, the State of Georgia awarded Solicitation # ES-40199-373 for Administrative Vehicles, Regular and Alternatively Fueled from which the suppliers Wade Ford, Inc. and Allan Vigil Ford Lincoln, Inc. were awarded contracts.

These contracts are between the State of Georgia and Wade Ford, located at: 3860 Cobb Drive, Smyrna, GA 30080 and Allan Vigil Ford Lincoln, Inc. located at 6790 Mt. Zion Blvd., Morrow, GA 30260.

In accordance with Board Policy DJE (Purchasing), Paragraph III D.3.(d), exceptions to competitive selection are allowed when the purchase is made through contracts formally solicited and obtained by the State of Georgia, the Federal Government, or other government agencies.

Financial impact: This purchase will be allocated under the general fund from cost code 100.2700.573000.00011.7190.1320.8013.040.0000 for an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678-676-1447
Dr. Chardra Carter, Assistant Director of Fleet Services, Division of Operations, 678-676-1387

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the purchase of 25 electric school buses from Yancey Bus Sales and Service in an amount of $9,375,000 through the Statewide Contract #99999-SPD-SWL20200630-001.

Details: DeKalb County School District was awarded an EPA Electric School Bus Rebate Grant in the amount of $8,725,000 for the purchase of Twenty-five (25) zero-emissions electric school buses to replace 25 internal combustion diesel school buses.
ESPLOST VI funding in the amount of $650,000 will be utilized to cover the remaining cost of Electric buses: ESPLOST VI Funding Project # (80136). The buses will be purchased from Yancey Bus Sales and Service through Statewide Contract #99999-SPD-SWL20200630-001.


Twenty-five (25) 2026 72 Passenger, Air-Conditioned electric school buses at $375,000 each.

Financial impact: This school bus purchase in the amount of $9,375,000 will be funded to the FY 2025 General Purchase/Lease-Buses Cost Code 100.2700.573200.00011.7100.1320.8012.040.0000 and ESPLOTS VI Purchase/Lease Buses Cost Code 306.2700.573200.80136.7520.9990.8013.040.0000.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1446
Mr. Raymond Stanley, Executive Director, Transportation and Fleet Departments, Division of Operations, 678.898.8055

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Pending Legal Approval

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the award of RFP No. 25-752-004 Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”) Planning and Management Services to Hoar Program Management LLC. The Board is requested to approve a not to exceed amount of $5,630,326 for Capital Improvement Planning and Year 1 of Capital Improvement Program Management services.

Details: Specific details regarding the scope of work for this Request for Proposal (“RFP”) for Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”) Planning and Management Services can be found on the DeKalb County School District’s solicitation website at https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net/.


A Request for Proposals (RFP) was competitively solicited October 31, 2024, for Capital Improvement Program Planning and Management Services through the Purchasing Department.

On December 10, 2024, proposals were received from two (2) firms. Both proposals were deemed responsive and evaluated by a selection committee. Both firms were short-listed and recommended by the selection committee to be interviewed. Interviews were conducted on December 20, 2024. Hoar Program Management LLC., submitted the most responsive and responsible proposal for program management services.

Hoar Program Management, LLC will be responsible for providing CIP Planning and Management and is located at 1100 Circle 75 Parkway, Ste. 850, Atlanta, Ga 30339.

Financial impact: RFP No. 25-752-004 Capital Improvement Program Planning and Management Services and year one of Capital Improvement Program Management in a not to exceed amount of $5,630,326 will be funded by E-SPLOST VI Project 90135. Program Management (306.8013.90136.MGTADMINDC).

Future year's costs will be brought to the Board upon the contract’s annual renewal, with each year’s cost adjusted to accommodate the fluctuating nature and size of DCSD’s capital improvement program.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief  Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470 
Mr. Hans Williams, Director, Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678-676-1588

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Kermit Belcher, Interim Chief Technology Officer, Division of Information and Instructional Technology

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Joel Thibodeaux, Director of Internal Audits & Compliance, Chief of Staff Division, 678.676.0740

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the contract for RFP No. 25-604 for the Purchasing Card Audit in an amount not to exceed $85,150 to the Forvis Mazars LLP, the most responsive and responsible vendor.

Details: This request is for contracted services from Forvis Mazars to conduct an audit of the DCSD purchasing card program. The assessment will include an in-depth review and assessment of employee, departmental, and central office compliance with prescribed processes - including card issuance and security, card use, expenditure approval and payment, discrepancy and approval issue resolution, and employee accountability. The expected timeline for this project is 8 (eight) weeks from initialization through conclusion.

Financial impact: $85,150
Charge Code: 100.2500.530000.00011.7230.9990.8010.010.0000

Contact: Mr. Joel Thibodeaux, Director of Internal Audits & Compliance, Chief of Staff Division

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Under Legal Review

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Byron Schueneman, Chief Financial Officer, Division of Finance

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept the November 2024 Monthly Financial Report.

Contact: Mr. Byron Schueneman, Chief Financial Officer, Division of Finance, Division of Finance, 678.676.0270

Status: Attorney approval not required.

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Tasha Davis Mills, Chief Human Resources Officer, Division of Human Resources.

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the January Human Resources Report.

Contact: Mrs. Tasha Davis Mills, Chief Human Resources Officer, Division of Human Resources, 678.676.1200.

Summary: Timely is a web-based scheduling tool that uses optimization technology to streamline the creation of teacher and student schedules for middle and high schools. By considering school-specific constraints and resource allocation, Timely efficiently generates optimal schedules in less time, improving scheduling accuracy and resource management. Additionally, the platform supports student and staff groupings for various teaching models.

In addition to its structured approach to scheduling, Timely offers full-service support, including data integration and training. Priced at $10,000 per middle school and $15,000 per high school annually, Timely will help DCSD optimize schedules while potentially freeing up budget space for other priorities.

Request: It is requested that the Board secure Timely for Master Scheduling in the Middle and High Schools. The total amount is $580,000.

The breakdown is as follows:

24 high schools*$15,000= $360,000
22 middle schools*$10,000= $220,000

Details: Timely’s scheduling tool is a web-based application that uses optimization technology to automatically build teacher and student schedules. Timely serves the scheduling needs of K-12 school districts at both the campus and district level. Timely’s product features an intuitive, user-friendly interface that suggests an optimal schedule based on student requests, average class size, section counts, and staff assignments. It can also incorporate each school’s unique constraints such as teacher prep requirements, course-room constraints, student-student pairing and separation preferences, and student-teacher pairing and separation preferences. Timely makes it easy to view staff assignments and see where imbalances exist before running the optimization process so that all staff have a complete schedule. Furthermore, it allows the scheduling of student and staff groupings whether they are for cohorts, teaching teams, inclusion, or co-teaching support services.

Timely’s team of account representatives supports schools through the entire scheduling process. This begins with getting data out of Infinite Campus and into Timely, then assisting with data cleaning to ensure scheduling with 100% accurate information. Timely will then train and support district users and campus-based teams on how to use the Timely web-based application to create sections, assign teachers, and add constraints. The Timely team will serve as a partner to generate and evaluate scenarios and then weigh tradeoffs when making decisions to get to a finalized schedule. Timely will then work with schools and the district to ultimately get scheduling data back into Infinite Campus.

Timely launches district partnerships with a district onboarding meeting to discuss timeline, points of contact, and district priorities. They will then facilitate campus-based training through a detailed scope & sequence which includes several pre-scheduled meetings and as many ad-hoc meetings as needed. Timely’s team is also available during all business hours to respond to in-the-moment questions and needs. The district will be given clear points of contact for both data-related questions/support and web app user questions/support.

The Software allows schools to build their entire master schedule with user-friendly features, optimization technology (including creating sections, assigning staff teaching loads, adding constraints, and enrolling students in sections), and full-service support from Timely’s School Support team and Data Integration team. Additionally, the district will be assigned a dedicated School Support account owner and Data Integration account owner who will be available during all normal business hours and extend beyond the traditional business day when needed. The School Support Manager will provide all users with facilitated training sessions, resources, ad hoc customer support, and strategic thought partnership. The Data Integration account owner will ensure a smooth transfer of data out of Infinite Campus and then back into Infinite Campus when the master schedules are finalized.

Financial impact: Pricing is based on a per school year annual rate and will provide access to Software and Services. Timely’s standard pricing is a fixed annual rate of:
● $10,000 per middle school
● $15,000 per high school
● There are no set-up or installation fees.
● Items Included In Pricing (Scope):
○ Unlimited access to the Timely Scheduling Software

Contact: Mrs. Michelle Dillard, Chief of Schools and Leadership, 678-676-0542.

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Summary: Presented by: Presented by: Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the purchase of band uniforms for Miller Grove High School, Southwest DeKalb High School, and Towers High School from Stanbury Uniforms or Fruhauf Uniforms in accordance with the TIPS Contract No. 231001 through December 31, 2026 in the amount not to exceed $380,000.

Details: Fruhauf Uniforms, Inc. and Stanbury Uniforms responded to the request to provide quotes. The quote review period was June - August 2024.

Financial impact: The purchase of band uniforms is a budgeted expense from charge code 100.1000.573000.63111.7480.9990.8010.035.0000. The total financial impact will not exceed $380,000.00. Each school’s budget allocation is as follows:





High School
Total Number
of Uniforms
Price
Per Uniform
Budget Allocation


Miller Grove
155
$725
$112,375


Southwest DeKalb
155
$725
$112,375


Towers
85
$725
$61,625


District Enhancements for excessive wear as needed
$93,625


Total
$380,000

Contact: Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0731
Dr. Sean R. Tartt, Deputy Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0323
Dr. Rose Prejean-Harris, Assistant Superintendent (6-12), Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0137
Mrs. Stephanie Brown-Bryant, Director, Department of K-12 Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0161
Ms. Monica Fogg, K-12 Music Coordinator, Department of PreK-12 Teaching and Learning, 678-676-0209

Effective: Upon Board Approval to June 30, 2025

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education authorize the District to purchase music instruments from the following vendors: Adorama, Amro Music Stores, Inc., Brook Mays Music and H & H Music and Fishburn Violin Shop, Delgado Guitars, Midwest Musical Imports, Music & Arts, Steve Weiss Music, Sweetwater Sound Inc., Taylor Music, Inc., Terra Nova Violins, LLC., The Tuba Exchange, and Washington Music Sales Center, Inc., in accordance with the TIPS Contract No. 240302 through May 31, 2027, Alamo Music Center in accordance with the TIPS Contract No. 220802 through October 31, 2027, and West Music Company, in accordance with the Choice Partners Cooperative Agreement Contract No. 23/025SG-05 through May 16, 2025 in an amount not to exceed $2,940,000.

Details: The use of these agreements with the listed vendors will provide access to music instruments from a large pool of vendors that can supply the equipment in a timely manner.

Financial impact: The total budget for the music equipment in the amount of $2,940,000 will be allocated from cost code SP5BUSEQUP.52135.FFE and SP5BUSEQUP.52135.FFE-GRTR5K under the voter-approved E-SPLOST V program.

Contact: Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0731
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678-676-1470
Dr. Sean R. Tartt, Deputy Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0323
Dr. Rose Prejean-Harris, Assistant Superintendent (6-12), Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0137
Mrs. Stephanie Brown-Bryant, Director, Department of K-12 Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0161
Ms. Monica Fogg, K-12 Music Coordinator, Department of PreK-12 Teaching and Learning, 678-676-0209

Effective: Upon Board of Education approval to June 30, 2025

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Kishia K. Towns, Ph.D., Chief of Wrap Around Services, Division of Wrap Around Services

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the purchase of instructional materials and resources from Newsela to assist gifted-certified teachers in supporting students as they further develop critical thinking and analytical skills for an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Details: Resources for all gifted gifted-identified students and gifted liaisons in all DCSD schools

Financial impact: GL Charge Code - Gifted Supplies- 100.1000.561000.34411.8740.9990.8010.094.0000. Th is not to exceed the amount of 500,000.00.

Contact: Ms. Kristen Drake, Senior Coordinator, Division of Student Services, 678-676-0153

Dr. Donyell Atkinson, Senior Coordinator, Division of Student Services, 678-676-0175

Effective: February 2025-January 2026

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Resources

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the purchase of instructional materials and resources from Critical Thinking Company regarding the educational use of instructional resources to assist gifted-certified teachers in supporting students as they further develop critical thinking and analytical skills for an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Details: The DeKalb County School District will purchase supplemental instructional resources to support the academic success of students served through the Division of Student Services in accordance to Board Policy DJE (III.D.3.g).

The purchased instructional resources will expand the impact of gifted instruction at every school to support rigorous critical thinking and analytical skills in various content areas ranging from Literacy, Math, Social Studies, STEM/STEAM, and SEL.

Financial impact: The total financial impact for SY2024-2025 is not to exceed the amount of $500,000.

GL Charge Code - Gifted Supplies- 100.1000.561000.34411.8740.9990.8010.094.0000
This agenda item is one of two agenda items that is $500,000.00

Contact: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services

Ms. Kristen Drake, Senior Coordinator, Division of Student Services, 678-676-0153

Dr. Donyell Atkinson, Senior Coordinator, Division of Student Services, 678-676-0175

Effective: February 2025-May 2025

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Triscilla Weaver, Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve an amendment to the spend limit of RFP 23-544 Ambulance Services for the DeKalb County School District by Metro Ambulance Services, Inc. dba American Medical Response, Inc.) in an amount not to exceed $550,000 per renewal period. With this approval, the total spend limit for the RFP will be increased by $300,000.

Details: Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) play a vital role in responding to sports emergencies by providing immediate medical care to athletes who are injured or experience medical issues during events. EMTs are trained to quickly assess and stabilize individuals in critical conditions, ensuring rapid intervention to reduce the severity of injuries and improve recovery outcomes. In sports, timely medical attention is crucial due to the nature of many injuries, and EMTs can significantly affect the result by preventing complications and accelerating the recovery process.

American Medical Response, Inc. has provided services for DCSD Athletics for the past seven years and was the only company capable of handling the high volume of events required.

American Medical Response, Inc. will be required to have an ambulance present for the entire duration of each event. The ambulance dispatched to DCSD athletic events will be a basic life support (BLS) unit, fully equipped with the necessary equipment as mandated by the Georgia Department of Public Health Rules and Regulations (511-9-2).

Financial impact: The total budget for these services is allocated from the cost code (100.2500.530200.00011.7090.9990.8010.092.0000) under the Athletics’ General Fund Budget in the amount not to exceed $550,000 this fiscal year.

Contact: Dr. Triscilla Weaver, Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678-676-0485
Mrs. Myss Johnson-Jelks, Executive Director of Athletics, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678.676.1824

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Triscilla Weaver, Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity

Request: It is recommended that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent to execute the Hudl dba Agile Sports Technologies ICA that exceeds $50,000.00 with a total contract value not to exceed $114,000.

Details: On October 18, 2021, the Board of Education approved the revision of Board Policy DJE to require Board approval for any Independent Contractor Agreements with a total cost of $50,000 or more.

Hudl dba Agile Sports Technologies will provide a platform where student-athletes can build a custom recruiting profile with academic and athletic statistics, game videos, highlights, and contact information.

This is a renewal and is year one of a one-year renewal and the current ICA expires on January 31, 2025. The renewal period will be from February 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026.

Financial impact: The total budget for Hudl dba Agile Sports Technologies is allocated from the cost code (100.2600.530000.00011.7090.9990.8010.040.0000) from the Athletic Department General Fund Budget in the amount not to exceed $114,000.

Contact: Dr. Triscilla Weaver, Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678-676-0485
Mrs. Myss Johnson-Jelks, Executive Director of Athletics, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678.676.1824

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Kina M. Champion; Director, School Innovation; Division of Access & Opportunity

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb Board of Education approve an extension of the charter contract of DeKalb PATH Academy for two years ending June 30, 2027.

Details: Each year, the district accepts applications from existing charter school Governing Boards to renew their charter contracts. On October 17, 2024, the Governing Board of DeKalb PATH Academy submitted a renewal petition. The charter school’s current charter contract will expire on June 30, 2025. Upon initial review by the School Innovation Department, the application was deemed complete. Per DeKalb Board of Education policy, the petition moved through the formal review and evaluation process. The petition review committee conducted site visits (which included stakeholder focus groups and classroom observations) on October 4, 9, and 10. School Innovation facilitated the Governing Board Capacity Interview for DeKalb PATH Academy on October 30. The Superintendent's site visit was held on November 7. On November 8, DeKalb PATH Academy submitted its response to the Initial Clarification Memo and its final revised petition.

The recommendation of the petition review committee is based on an evaluation of the written petition (narrative and exhibits), the petitioner’s response to the Initial Clarification Memo, the Governing Board Capacity Interview, governing board observations, site visits, classroom observations, data analysis, and independent due diligence.

Financial impact: The two-year financial impact on the general fund is estimated to be $10,207,740.50.

Contact: Dr. Triscilla Weaver; Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678-676-0485

Ms. Kina M. Champion; Director, School Innovation; Division of Access & Opportunity, 678-676-0718

Effective: July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027

Status: Approved by General Counsel

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Candace Alexander, Chief of Accountability & Continuous Improvement, Division of Accountability & Continuous Improvement

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept the donation of $16,800 from the Lakeside High School Cross Country Booster Club as a one-time donation per Board Policy DFK “Gifts and Bequests Guidelines” for modifications and improvements to the cross-country trail on the Lakeside High School site.

Details: The Lakeside High School Cross Country Booster Club, along with the Lakeside Cross Country Team, seeks to refurbish Lakeside’s existing trail system to make it safer for everyone who utilizes it. The trail’s proposed route spans approximately 1.5 miles, with the 5k course comprising two loops. By rebuilding the on-campus trail, the Lakeside Cross Country Team will have a fantastic option for on-campus practices. Moreover, the trail will benefit other Lakeside teams who can use the trail for conditioning and will double as a community fitness asset. The trail envisions fostering both team development and community well-being. Ultimately, the trail will rejuvenate the school’s campus, utilizing currently underutilized areas.

Financial impact: The value of the donation is $16,800 and will be provided by the Lakeside High School Cross Country Booster Club.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470
Mr. Keith Ball, Executive Director of Capital Improvement and Facilities Maintenance, Division of Operations, 404.234.6985
Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept the donation of $117,910 from the Austin Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Organization as a one-time donation per Board Policy DFK “Gifts and Bequests Guidelines”.

Details: Austin Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Organization is requesting approval to accept their one-time donation of $117,910 for the cost of materials, delivery, and construction of playground sunshade cover structures.

Funding Breakdown:
The Austin Elementary Foundation will gift the cost of the sunshades with help from the following grants:


The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Grant for $8,000, with the Austin ES PAC leading this effort.
Additional possible opportunity to receive a grant from Georgia Power up to $20,000.
The DeKalb County School District Operations Division has worked with the Austin Elementary School administration and Parent Teacher Organization to ensure these improvements meet all design and construction standards and guidelines. Also, general contractor Playpower/Playworx RFP #010521 for playground equipment repairs, replacements, and outdoor equipment installation services district wide.

Financial impact: The agreement would require a one-time donation of $117,910 that will be provided by Austin Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Organization.

Contact: Dr. Yolanda Williamson, Chief of Community Engagement and Innovative Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0618

Mr. Erick Hoffstetter, Chief Operations Officer, Division of Operations, 678.975.5924

Mr. Richard Boyd, Director of Design and Construction, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483

Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept the Chevron donation for a total of $10,000 in DonorsChoose education gift codes to be used for monthly STEM experiments and projects to increase students’ access to STEM opportunities at Hightower Elementary School during the 2024-2025 school year.

Details: Chevron is donating $10,000 in DonorsChoose education gift codes to Hightower Elementary School to be used for monthly STEM experiments and projects to increase students’ access to STEM opportunities during the 2024-2025 School year.

Financial impact: There is no financial impact to the district or Hightower Elementary School to accept the $10,000 donation in DonorsChoose gift codes to be used for monthly STEM experiments and projects for students.

Contact: Dr. Yolanda Williamson, Chief of Community Engagement and Innovative Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0618
Dr. Marcia Oglesby, Director, Grants and Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement, and Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0375
Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs (see attached file)

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships

Request: This is requested that the Board of Education accept the donation of $10,000 from Project Lead the Way to Woodward Elementary School.

Details: This grant supports two academic years - $7,500 for 24-25 and $2,500 for 25-26.

Financial impact: There is no cost to the district to accept the donation from Project Lead The Way (PLTW).

Contact: Mrs. Shytara Morgan, STEM Coordinator, Woodward Elementary School, 4th grade teacher, 678-874-7860
Mrs. Courtney Archie, Assistant Principal, Woodward Elementary School, 678-874-7813
Mrs. Tiffany Spikes, MTSS/PBIS, Woodward Elementary School, 678-874-7859
Ms. Kimberly Clark, Principal, Woodward Elementary School, 678-874-7834
Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Standard 3: Teaching and Assessing for Learning
Standard 4: Resources and Support Systems
Standard 5: Using Results for Continuous Improvement

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept a grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts in the amount of $8,000 and a $4,030 donation from the Dunwoody Elementary School PTO, Inc. to support fine arts and STEM programming at Dunwoody Elementary School.

Details: The funds will support five arts-centered learning experiences for PK-5th grade students at Dunwoody Elementary School in 24-25:


Didgeridoo Down Under performance for grades PK-5th - $1,800
Stage Door Theatre - in-school performance of The Inventive Process of Floralee for grades PK-5th - $3,400
Stage Door Theatre - artist residence for 2nd grade performance - $1,400
Spruill Center for the Arts - printmaking hands-on project led by a teaching artist for grades K-3rd - $1,900
Spruill Center for the Arts - ceramics hands-on project led by a teaching artist for grades 4th-5th - $3,500

Financial impact: There is no cost to the District.

Contact: Ms. Kanessa Fain, Principal Dunwoody Elementary School, Office: 678-875-4034, Work Cell: 404-721-9569
Ms. Kate Edmonds, Dunwoody Elementary School Parent and Volunteer Grant Writer, Cell: 214-202-4899
Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: No Legal Approval Needed

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept the rebate grant of $8,725,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their 2023 Clean School Bus Rebates Program.

Details: DCSD’s Grants and Partnership Department applied for and received this grant to support district expenses.

Financial impact: The school district will use federal funds instead of state or local funds to cover the cost of the buses and support system.

Contact: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Mariel Smith, Legal Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education amend Board Policy BCBI: Public Participation in Board Meetings.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Mariel Smith, Legal Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education amend Board Policy BDC: Policy Adoption.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Mariel Smith, Legal Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education rescind Board Policy BDF: Review of Administrative Rules and to include the language in Board Policy BDC, Policy Adoption.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Mariel Smith, Legal Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education delete Board Policy BE: School Board Records as it is covered by Board Policy CN: Administrative Records.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Mariel Smith, Legal Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education amend Board Policy BH: Board Code of Ethics.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Mariel Smith, Legal Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education amend Board Policy BHA: Board Member Conflict of Interest.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Mariel Smith, Legal Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education amend Board Policy BHC: Board Member Political Activity.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Melanie V. Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept an amendment to Board Policy BBFA: Local School Councils as Ready for Action. The proposed revisions are requested to update the policy and to clarify the current language. This policy has been reviewed and analyzed by the Board Policy Committee. The Committee agrees on the recommended revisions.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District.

Financial impact: There is no financial impact to the District.

Contact: Ms. Melanie V. Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law, (404)954-5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Melanie V. Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education amend Board Policy BC: Board Meetings.

Details: The Board Policy Review Committee met on August 1, 2024, to continue its ongoing review of the policies contained in section B of the Board Policy manual. The committee reviewed and analyzed Board Policy BC: Board Meetings and determined the current language needs updating.

Financial impact: No financial impact

Contact: Mrs. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall, Booth, Smith, PC Attorneys at Law (404) 954-5000.

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Melanie V. Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC, Attorneys at Law

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education amend Board Policy BBI: Board Staff Relations.

Details: The purpose of the Board Policy Review Committee is to ensure the ongoing review, development, and refinement of Board policies governing the District. The Board Policy Review Committee has the goal of promoting transparency, accountability, and compliance with state, local, and federal laws while fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all within the District. The Policy Review Committee determined the current language requires updates and recommends the proposed revisions.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact to the District

Contact: Ms. Melanie Slaton, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. Attorneys at Law, 404.954.5000

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adjourn the January 13, 2025 executive session and convene the work session and business meeting.

Motion by: ___________
Seconded by: __________
Vote: ________

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Tasha Davis Mills, Chief of Human Resources, Division of Human Resources

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Dr. Kermit Belcher to the position of Chief Information Officer, in the Division of Information & Instructional Technology.

Contact: Mrs. Tasha Davis Mills, Chief of Human Resources, Division of Human Resources

Effective: Effective upon Board approval

Summary: Convened by: Board Chair Elect

It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education convene the January 13, 2025, business meeting.

Motion by: _________________
Seconded by: ________________
Vote: ____________

Summary: Convened by: Board Chair Elect

*Speakers
1. Norick Brewer
2. Wanda Jeon
3. Deborah Jones
4. Sophia Loftis
5. Tracee Benzo
6. Lyle Collins

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the January 13, 2025, consent agenda items.

Motion by: _____________
Seconded by: ___________
Vote: _______

Summary: Presented by: Board Chair Elect

Summary: Presented by: Board Chair Elect

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adjourn the January 13, 2025, work session and business meeting.
Motion by: ____________
Seconded by: __________
Vote: _____