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

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

Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Interim Superintendent of Schools

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adopt the June 15, 2026, work session and business meeting agenda.

Motion by: _____________________
Seconded by: __________________
Vote: ___________________________

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Interim Superintendent of Schools

Summary: Dr. Norman C. Sauce III, Interim Superintendent of Schools

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Damienne Denham Shabazz, Senior Coordinator of Family and Community Engagement, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships and
Dr. Cherisse M. Campbell, Chief of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships

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

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Sean Tartt, Acting Chief Academic Officer, Division of Teaching & Learning

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adjourn the June 15, 2026, executive session and convene the work session and business meeting.

Motion by: ____________________
Seconded by: __________________
Vote: ___________________________

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the minutes of the following meetings: May 11, 2026, board meeting, which includes the executive session, work session, community input session and business meeting, May 15, 2026, called meeting and executive session, May 28, 2026, audit committee meeting, May 28, 2026, virtual policy committee meeting, June 1, 2026, called meeting for the 1st budget presentation and 1st millage rate hearing, June 1, 2026, called meeting, and the June 11, 2026, called meeting for the 2nd budget presentation and 2nd millage rate hearing.

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 following Independent Contractor Agreement (ICAs) that exceed $50,000 with a total contract value amount not-to-exceed $178,000:


Metro LED ($80,000)
B&W Mechanical Contractors, Inc. - ($98,000)

Details: The request is to approve the above-listed vendors for various services district wide.

On October 18, 2021, the Board of Education approved the revision of Board Policy DJE (IV) A.2 - Independent Contractor Agreements, to require Board approval for any Independent Contractor Agreements with a total cost of $50,000.00 or more.

Additionally, per Board Policy -Purchasing DJE III(C)(2) - Competitive Selection of Vendors for Non-Capital Projects - Purchases or contracts totaling $5,000+ shall require at least 2 written quotes and selected based on objective criteria (performance and execution).

The board policies can be found here:
https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Policy/ViewPolicy.aspx?S=4054&revid=IsVaB6Z2x9NPZkwqJm84zQ==&ptid=amIgTZiB9plushNjl6WXhfiOQ==&secid=y1ZW0qRGjEafuplusqEjNeK2Q==&PG=6&IRP=0&isPndg=false

Financial impact: The budget for services is allocated from cost code (100.2600.543000.00011.7520.000.8013.040.0000) under the Operations Division General Fund Budget not to exceed $178,000.

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

Effective: July 1, 2026 - 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 School District Board of Education (“the Board”) approve contract renewal two of four (2 of 4) for RFP 24-552 Gym Floor Maintenance, Repair and Replacement Services in the amount not to exceed $2,000,000:


Floor Care Specialists dba Gameday Floors
Superior Court Systems by Floor Action

Details: On April 15, 2024, the Board approved the contract award of RFP 24-552 Gym Floor Maintenance, Repair and Replacement Services to Floor Care Specialists dba Gameday Floors and Superior Court Systems by Floor Action.

Flooring Contractors provide flooring services including installation, repairs, screening and re-coating, and general maintenance to gymnasium floors enhancing safety. The contract enables the District to schedule work efficiently and reduce delays in response to both preventive and emergency work order needs. Work will be assigned on an as-needed basis and managed through task orders issued by the Facilities Maintenance Department.

This recommendation is for the second of four (#2 of 4) one (1) year contract renewal options.

Financial impact: The total contract amount for these services in the amount not to exceed $2,000,000 will be allocated across various General Fund and E-SPLOST cost codes. The total budget for is allocated from the cost code (100.2600.543013.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000)

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1461
Mr. Keith Ball, Executive Director of Capital Improvement and Facilities Maintenance, Division of Operations, 678.676.1397

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 first of four (#1 of 4) contract renewals for ITB 24-446 to Darling Ingredients, Inc. for Grease Trap and Septic Tank Pumping Services not to exceed $1,000,000.

Details: On July 14, 2025, the Board approved Contract ITB 24-446 for Darling Ingredients, Inc. for Grease Trap and Septic Tank Pumping Services.

The approval of this contract renewal will allow the Facilities Department to continue providing pumping and cleaning services of grease traps and septic tanks throughout the DeKalb County School District (“DCSD”). Regular cleaning of grease traps is crucial for maintaining a healthy and efficient drainage system, preventing potential problems, and adhering to local regulations. Grease traps are designed to intercept fats, oils, and grease (FOG) from wastewater before it enters the sewer system, preventing blockages, odors, and potential health hazards.

Regular septic tank pumping is crucial for maintaining a healthy and functional septic system, preventing costly repairs and environmental damage. It removes accumulated sludge and solid waste, preventing backups, clogs, and system failures. This also helps protect the environment by reducing the risk of groundwater contamination.

This agenda item requests renewal one of four (#1 of 4) effective August 25, 2026, through August 24, 2027. It is a one (1) year contract with four (4) one (1) year renewal options.

Darling Ingredients, Inc. is located at 5076 Nifda Drive SE, Atlanta, Ga. 30339

Financial impact: The total contract amount for these services in the amount not to exceed $1,000,000 will be allocated from the General Fund Budget, Deferred Maintenance (100.2600.543000.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000)

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470
Mr. Keith L. Ball, Executive Director, Capital Improvements & Facilities, Division of Operations, 404.234.6985

Effective: August 26, 2026, 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 use of the CINTAS Uniform Agreement through the Omnia Cooperative Agreement Contract No. 222886 for the rental of uniforms for Maintenance, Fleet, and AIC custodial staff for an additional one (1) year term effective August 15, 2026, through August 14, 2027, in the not to exceed amount of $750,000.

This is the third and final ( #3 of 3), one (1) year renewal option for Contract No. #222886.

Details: DeKalb County District Facilities and Maintenance Operations implemented staff uniforms in July 2013 with CINTAS Corporation using their uniform agreement established through U.S. Communities.

Contract No. 222886 is through the City of Tucson solicitation cooperative agreement with OMNIA Corporation; from this solicitation CINTAS Corporation No. 2 was an awardee. The Board approved the use of this cooperative agreement through the DCSD Supplemental Agreement with Cintas Corporation No. 2 to provide uniforms for Maintenance, Fleet, and AIC custodial staff dated August 15, 2023.

This is the third and final of three (#3 of 3), one (1) year renewal options.

Cintas Corporation No. 2 is located at 23345 N. 23rd Ave., Ste 170, Phoenix, AZ 85027

Financial impact: The total contract amount for these services in an amount not to exceed $750,000 will be allocated from the General Fund Budget, Supplies (100.2600.561000.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000)

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

Effective: August 15, 2026, 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 DeKalb County School District (“DCSD”) use of the Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) RFP #220901 Cooperative Agreement between DeKalb County School District (“DCSD”) and Digital Scoreboard, LLC as provider of audio equipment with installation, related equipment, materials, supplies and services districtwide for a not to exceed amount of $1,200,000.

Details: The Division of Operations is requesting approval of the use of the (TIPS) RFP #220901 Cooperative Agreement with Digital Scoreboard, LLC, to perform the installation and service of audio equipment, equipment repairs and replacement services in the gymnasiums at each high school with athletic programs. The audio will support all events held within the gymnasiums. on an as-needed basis.

The TIPS cooperative agreement with Digital Scoreboard, LLC is for three (3) years with one (1) optional one (1) year renewal, with the renewal offer at the sole discretion of TIPS.

This recommendation to utilize Digital Scoreboard, LLC (supplier) is based on the review and evaluation of the price quote provided by The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS). TIPS issued a public solicitation for LED scoreboards and services from which the Supplier was awarded a contract.

Installation services will be provided by:
Digital Scoreboard, LLC, located at 333 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285

Financial impact: The total contract amount for the LED scoreboards, audio equipment, equipment repairs, and replacement services not to exceed $1,200,000 and will be allocated from general fund source: 100.2600.573000.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000 Purchase of equipment other than buses and computers.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1447
Mr. Keith Ball, Executive Director of Facilities, 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 use of the OMNIA Partners Cooperative Agreement- Contract #R24-16 - Job Order Contracting (JOC) Services between DeKalb County School District (“DCSD”) and Brown and Root Industrial Services, LLC for General Contractor Services for the Fernbank Science Center building interior and campus renovation in a not to exceed amount of $475,000.

Details: The Division of Operations is requesting approval to utilize the OMNIA Partners K-12 Cooperative Agreement- Contract #R24-16 - Job Order Contracting (JOC) Services with Brown and Root Industrial Services, LLC. This Contract is between OMNIA Partners located Region 4 Education Service Center, 7145 West Tidwell Road, Houston, Texas 77092-2096 and Brown and Root Industrial Services, LLC located at 125 Clairemont Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30030 (Vendor).

The current building interior and campus at Fernbank Science Center is outdated and requires renovation. The structure was completed in 1967. There have been minimal updates to the science center. The Fernbank Science Center is a valuable asset to the instructional curriculum of the school District and the surrounding communities. Fernbank Science Center offers educational programs for DCSD students daily. The science center also provides a dynamic range of exhibits and science-based programs. The building requires updates that are necessary to support current resources, technology and trends in Science.
OMNIA Partners Cooperative Agreement - Contract #R24-16 is for an initial term of two (2) years with three (3) optional one (1) year renewals, with the renewal offer at the sole discretion of OMNIA. The initial term is effective: March 1, 2025 - February 28, 2027.
On December 8, 2025, the Board approved DeKalb County School District's use of OMNIA Partners Cooperative contract #R24-16 for district-wide, as-needed services.

Financial impact: The total budget for this project, not to exceed $475,000, is allocated from the Division of Operations’ General Fund Budget cost code:
100.2600.571500.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000 - Land Improvement

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470
Mr. Keith Ball, Executive Director of Capital Improvement & Facilities, Division of Operations, 678.676.1397

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 School Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the contract renewal of the OMNIA Partners Cooperative contract #152610 solicited under the Region 14 RFP 24-S824 for Comprehensive Operational and Janitorial Supplies and Solutions, with a combined not-to-exceed amount of $6,500,000:


Brady Plus - $ 1,500,000
Southeastern Paper Group - $5,000,000

This is contract renewal two of four (2 of 4).

Details: The Division of Operations is requesting approval to renew the OMNIA Cooperative Contract #152610.

On February 21, 2024, OMNIA RFP # 24-S824 was issued for Comprehensive Operational and Janitorial Supplies and Solutions from which the Supplier - WAXIE’S Enterprises, LLC, and its affiliate, BradyPLUS were awarded a contract based on their proposal to the RFP and were subsequently, acquired as distribution companies under the Envoy Solutions umbrella. The Board approved the initial use of OMNIA Cooperative Contract #152610 on November 11, 2024, to Southeastern Paper as an affiliate of ENVOY Solutions (through Waxie/BradyPlus)

Southeastern Paper is an affiliate under the Waxie/BradyPlus relationship, with all vendors included in the ENVOY Solutions umbrella through the OMNIA Cooperative Contract #152610.

On February 9, 2026, the Board approved the TIPS RFP #240402 Cooperative Agreement with Imperial Bag & Paper Co., LLC d/b/a Imperial Dade for custodial equipment repair services, district-wide, in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000. Subsequently, Imperial Dade could not support equipment repair services under the intended TIPS contract and underwent a merger with Brady Plus. Due to this development, the OMNIA Contract #152610, which Brady Plus is an awardee and affiliate of is replacing the TIPS contract for these services.

Based on those developments, DCSD is requesting approval to utilize OMNIA Partners Cooperative Agreement Contract #152610 with Brady Plus for custodial equipment purchase and repair services district-wide.

The OMNIA contract #152610 is an initial three (3) year agreement from June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2027, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one -year (1) periods through May 31, 2029.

DCSD requests approval to renew the cooperative agreement for June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027, with the option to renew for the additional periods upon Board approval.

Financial impact: The contract amount for Comprehensive Operational and Janitorial Supplies and Solutions is a not-to-exceed amount of $6,500,000.
Funds will be allocated from the General Fund Budget: (100.2600.543000.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000)

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470
Mr. Keith Ball, Executive Director of Capital Improvements & Facilities, Division of Operations, 678.676.1397
Mr. Bobby Moncrief, Director of Facilities, Division of Operations, 678.676.1478

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

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

The use of the General Services Administration (GSA) Contract No. 47QTCA21D0098 with Southwestern Communications, Inc. for the continued purchase, installation, maintenance, and repair of Rauland-Borg Corporation communication systems district-wide for a one (1) year term effective September 15, 2026, through September 14, 2027, not to exceed amount of $3,750,000.



An increase in the spend limit of General Services Administration (GSA) Contract No. 47QTCA21D0098 with Southwestern Communications, Inc., for the current renewal period (#4), expiring September 14, 2026, in the not- to- exceed amount of $2,000,000.

Details: The contract with Southwestern Communications, Inc., sole source provider, supports the installation, upgrade, and maintenance of Rauland-Borg communication systems, including intercom systems, clocks, and associated infrastructure across multiple facilities.

The agreement was initially executed with a defined term including renewal options, subject to Board approval. Currently, GSA has renewed the contract with Southwestern Communications, Inc., however, it has not provided the executed documentation. Our acceptance of use as a new contract is contingent on receipt of this document.

The new contract will extend services through the next term period while maintaining the same contractual structure, scope, and pricing methodology established under the GSA contract.

The Spend Limit Increase request is necessary for the current and final renewal to address the current funding shortfall and bridge the gap through acceptance of the new contract that GSA has with Southwestern Communications.

Financial impact: The contract is a total not to exceed $5,750,000.
Funds will be allocated from the General Fund Budget, Deferred Maintenance (100.2600.543013.00011.7520.9990.8013.040.0000)

Any single purchase which exceeds $100,000 will be presented to the Board for approval in accordance with Board Policy DJE.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Mr. Keith L. Ball, Executive Director Capital Improvements & Facilities, Division of Operations, 404.234.6985

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Pending Approval 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 approve the extension of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Trust for Public Land (TPL) and the DeKalb County School District to enhance schoolyards at Columbia Elementary School, Woodward Elementary School, Stoneview Elementary School, and E. L. Miller Elementary School until March 31, 2027.

Details: Trust for Public Land (TPL) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement with the DeKalb County School District in June 2024 to improve several school campuses so that they can serve as community parks during non-school hours when not being used for school purposes during the school day. Per the MOU agreement, TPL has raised funds for four schoolyard projects, managed their design, and hired design consultants to create construction documents. The four sites were suggested by each Commissioner and agreed to by the DeKalb County School District. The following schools were selected for investment based on the lack of parks in each of their communities:





Elementary School (ES)
DeKalb County Commission District
Community Impact


Columbia ES
District 6
(Unincorporated DeKalb)
1757 Residents


Woodward ES
District 2
(Brookhaven)
3873 Residents


Stoneview ES
District 5
(Lithonia)
1676 Residents


E. L. Miller ES
District 4
(Stone Mountain)
2570 Residents




Each of the four sites was designed through student-centered workshops facilitated by TPL, providing students with an understanding of park design, development, and related career pathways. Input gathered from these sessions informed the conceptual design for each school. TPL then advanced these concepts into construction-ready drawings. The designs primarily include accessible pedestrian connections, site furnishings, outdoor classrooms, select play equipment, and a futsal court planned for Woodward Elementary School.

Financial impact: Funding for the four schoolyard sites was secured through the American Rescue Plan by four DeKalb County Commissioners with TPL designated as the subrecipient in each case.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operations Officer, Division of Operations, 678-676-1470
Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services, 678-676-0105
Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Strategic Advisor to Superintendent, Superintendent’s Office, 678-676-0898

Effective: June 25, 2026 - March 31, 2027

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 use of the Cooperative Agreement - Georgia Statewide Contract - 99999-001-SPD0000236-0003 - Peach State Truck Centers for the purchase of twenty (20)- 2027 / Thomas Built - Saf-T-Liner C2 (72 passenger) school buses from Peach State Truck Centers in an amount not to exceed $3,140,000.

Details: The Division of Operations - Transportation/Fleet Services Department is requesting approval to procure twenty (20) 2027 Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. These units will replace existing buses that have exceeded lifecycle standards of 175,000 miles and/or 15 years of service. Replacement buses will improve fleet reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance safety for student transportation operations. Newer buses are expected to lower maintenance and repair costs while improving fuel efficiency and overall operational performance.

The Georgia Statewide Contract - 99999-001-SPD0000236-0003 - term is for an initial two (2) years, (effective date 12.16.2025 -12.15.2027) with five (5) one (1) year optional renewals.

This Purchase will ensure that the Transportation Department is adequately equipped to respond to student school bus issues throughout the District in a timely manner and aligns with the District’s strategic focus on operational efficiency, fleet modernization, and ensuring safe and dependable transportation services for students.

Financial impact: Amount: Not to exceed $3,140,000.00. Funds will be utilized from FY26 General Purchase/Lease - Buses Codes: 100.2700.573200.41121.7100.2411.8010.040.0000
100.2700.573200.00011.7100.2410.8012.040.0000

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470 
Mr. Raymond Stanley, Executive Dir. Transportation & Fleet, Division of Operations, 678.676.1395

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 use of the Cooperative Agreement - Georgia Statewide Contract - #99999-001-SPD0000218-0001 - Wade Ford for the purchase of five (5) 2026 Bronco Sport 4DR 4X4 and ten (10) 2026 Explorer Active 4X2 vehicles from Wade Ford in an amount not to exceed $539,975.

Details: The Division of Operations - Transportation/Fleet Services Department is requesting approval to procure replacement vehicles: five (5)- 2026 Ford Bronco Sport 4DR 4x4 vehicles. These units will replace existing District’s support vehicles that have exceeded life cycle standards of 175,000 miles and/or 15 years of service. Replacement vehicles will reduce maintenance costs, improve fleet reliability, and enhance operational safety.

The Transportation/Fleet Services Department is also requesting approval to procure fleet expansion vehicles: ten (10)- 2026 Ford Explorer Active 4x2 vehicles. These vehicles will expand the District’s fleet of 8-passenger alternative transportation vehicles. The additional capacity will support Exceptional Education students requiring specialized or alternative transportation services.
This purchase aligns with the District’s strategic focus on operational efficiency, student support services, and fleet modernization.

Financial impact: Not to exceed $539,975. Funds will be utilized from FY26 General Purchase Equip-Not Buses/Comp Code: 100.2700.573000.00011.7100.1320.8012.040.0000

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1470 
Mr. Raymond Stanley, Executive Director. Transportation & Fleet, Division of Operations, 678.676.1395

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations,
Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

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

The final payment to Mobile Modular Company for Redan Elementary School (32235), Fairington Elementary School (36135) and Salem Middle School (36535) HVAC and Renovation Projects.
E-SPLOST V Budget Reallocation in an amount not to exceed $597,948.46 from Program Contingency to the Local Capital Project Fund allowing proper funds to be allocated to the necessary project cost code for the Mobile Modular Company final payment.

Details: On October 16, 2023, the Board approved the lease of the classroom modular buildings in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Lease Quotation between DCSD and Mobile Modular Management Corporation in an amount not to exceed, for the following sites:

Redan Middle School..................... $677,177.76
Fairington Elementary School..........$605,151.68
Salem Middle School ……................ $677,177.76

The modular classrooms served as swing space during the construction phase of the projects. At the end of construction, the units were returned to mobile modular with damages. After a period of deliberation between Mobile Modular and the District, a settlement was reached for all three sites. The settlement encompasses credits for payment and an agreed upon price to pay for the damages to the modular classroom units.

These amounts represent a final payment for all outstanding invoices for each project and will allow DCSD to maintain accurate financial records and reinforce proper financial management practices going forward.

Financial impact: The total budget reallocation not to exceed $597, 948.46 from E-SPLOST V Program Contingency will be transferred to Local Capital Project Fund:


Redan MS: $224,640.09 from Program Continency to cost code: SP5FACCON.32235.CONSTRSVC .0205
Fairington ES: $169,964.55 from Program Continency to cost code: SP5FACCON.36135.CONSTRSVC .0375
Salem MS: $203,343.82 from Program Continency to cost code: SP5FACCON.36535.CONSTRSVC .0291

Contact: Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements
Mr. Keith Singleton, Dir. Business Services, Division of Operations, 678.676.1422
Mr. Hans Williams, Dir. Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Pending Approval by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations,
Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the contract for Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspection Testing for the Capital Improvement Project #214-35 - Cross Keys High Modernization and Addition site to Matrix Engineering Group Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed amount of $491,738.

Details: On March 10, 2025, the Board approved a Final Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) of $148,421,607 for the construction of the Cross Keys High School SPLOST V project per the terms set forth in the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) contract previously awarded to The Evergreen Construction Company. CIP project #214-35. Cross Keys High School Modernization and Addition is slated for completion in August 2029.

On November 10, 2025, the Board approved the renewal and ratification of RFQu No. 24-752-023 for Professional Geotechnical, Environmental, and Construction Material Services. Matrix Engineering Group Inc was one of several awardees under this contract.

Any delays to construction and material testing would severely impact the schedule of this project. Approval of this allowance will allow Matrix Engineering Group Inc to continue construction and materials testing for the duration of this project.

Financial impact: The contract amount for the construction materials testing, special inspections services, and NPDES monitoring services for the CIP # 214-35. Cross Keys High School Modernization and Addition is a not-to-exceed amount of $491,738. Funds will be allocated from SP5NEWFAC.21435.CONSTRSVC.

Contact: Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & CIP Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Mr. Artis Johnson, Program Director, Division of Operations, 404.790.8985

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations,
Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the use of the OMNIA Partners Contract #R2416 - Job Order Contracting (JOC) Services Cooperative Agreement contract between the DeKalb County School District (“DCSD”) and F. H. Paschen, S.N. Nielsen & Associates, LLC for removal of modular classroom buildings, for an amount not to exceed $500,000.

Details: The Division of Operations is requesting approval to use the ONMIA Partners Cooperative Agreement - Contract #R2416 where F.H. Paschen, S.N. Nielsen will provide removal of modular classroom trailers at various schools district wide.

The removal of unused trailers or trailers beyond the useful life cycle as a district-wide initiative is aligned with the Division of Operations strategic goals of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency. The summer removals will ensure our scholars are in academic learning environments that best serve them. The removal of portable classroom units will allow the impacted DCSD campuses to use green space previously occupied by trailers. Trailers sitting on paved areas will be removed and allow modification of those spaces to best serve the school as originally intended.

On December 8, 2025, the Board approved use of the OMNIA Cooperative Contract #2416 Job Order Contracting (JOC) Services to provide services for repairs, alterations, and minor construction projects on an as-needed basis district wide. The use of the OMNIA Partners Cooperative Contract #R2416 will allow Planning to remove unused portable trailers efficiently to address campus needs while maintaining fiscal responsibility through pre-established, competitively solicited rates.

This contract enables rapid deployment for time-sensitive repairs and facility upgrades while ensuring compliance with all applicable procurement laws and DCSD policy.

OMNIA Partners Cooperative Agreement - Contract #R24-16 is for an initial term of two (2) years with three (3) optional one (1) year renewals, with the renewal offer at the sole discretion of OMNIA.

Financial impact: The total budget not to exceed $500,000 for this project will be funded from the Local Capital Project Fund - Summer 2026 Portable Classroom Removals.

Contact: Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Pending Approval by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations,
Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

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

Change Order No. 1 to Winter Construction for General Contractor Services, Not to exceed $1,300,000.
Amendment No. 2 to BRPH for Architectural & Engineering Services, Not to exceed $62,250.
Total not to exceed $1,362,250.

Details: On August 31, 2023, the Board of Education approved the award of a Construction Management at Risk (CM@R) contract to Winter Construction Company for the completion of the New Elementary School at Dresden Project and for Pre-Construction Services in the amount of $10,000.00.

On Monday, May 6, 2024, the Board of Education established a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $72,323,774 for the construction of the New Elementary School at Dresden SPLOST VI project per the terms set forth in the Construction Manager at Risk contract previously awarded to The Winter Construction Company.

On Monday, February 13, 2023, the Board of Education approved the award of RFQu 23-752-008 for Architectural and Engineering Services for Dresden Elementary School Replacement to BRPH Architects Engineers Inc., for the lump sum amount of $2,280,000.

The initial scope of work for this project included construction management services for the Dresden Elementary School that is divided into four (4) phases. Phase 1 is for mobilization, site work, and material laydown. Phase 2 is a demolition to sections of the existing building, erect building in Phase 1, east loop paving, striping, and curbing at the Dresden Elementary School site.


The Change Order No. 1 and Amendment No. 2 will provide a shared permanent asphalt parking lot for Dresden Elementary School and St. Pius Catholic High School. This permanent lot will be located on the property owned by the Catholic Education of North Georgia Inc. The Design Professional (BRPH), CM@R (Winter), Program Manager (HPM), St. Pius Catholic High School, City of Chamblee and the County officials alongside the District have collaborated to develop a parking lot design that will directly benefit the District and the St. Pius Catholic High School.
Some of the benefits of Change Order no. 1 and Amendment No. 2 have been listed below:

Reduces congestion during arrival and dismissal times
Provides flexible parking while parts of the campus are inaccessible
Minimizes disruption to surrounding neighborhoods from overflow parking
Supports staff, visitors, and events during all phases of construction
Can be removed or repurposed once construction is complete.

Change Order No. 1 and Amendment No. 2, which is not included in the initial scope, cover the approved additional scope for the DeKalb County School District requested items and will be the full design and construction administration of the project.

Financial impact: The total budget for CIP 21836 Dresden Elementary School Parking Lot is as follows:

Change Order No. 1 - Not to exceed amount of $1,300,000.00 - allocated from cost code (SP6CIP.21836.GENCONTR.1055).
Amendment No. 2 is - Not to exceed amount of $62,250.00- allocated from cost code (SP5FACCON.36235.ARCHITECT).

Contact: Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements
Mr. Hans Williams, Dir. Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Mr. Artis Johnson, Program Director, Division of Operations, 404.790.8985

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations,
Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve Amendment No. 4 to CDH Partners for the Capital Improvement Project #35535 for Stoneview Elementary School Renovation project in a Not -to-Exceed amount of $2,071,146.72.

Details: On January 11, 2021, the Board of Education approved the award of RFQu 21-752-003 for Architectural & Engineering Services for the design of facility upgrades at Stoneview Elementary School to CDH Partners, Inc. the most responsive and responsible Offeror whose submittal is the most advantageous to the Board based on the evaluation factors, for the lump sum amount of $270,641.

The initial scope of work for this project includes A/E services for the Stoneview Elementary School Renovation that is divided into two (2) phases. Phase 1 is for the development of a Site Report, a Site Utilization Study, and Conceptual Design options at Stoneview Elementary School located at 2629 Huber Street, Atlanta, GA 30307. Final documents will become the property of DCSD.

Original Contract - $270,641.00
Amendment No. 1 - $12,500.00
Amendment No. 2 - $98,625.38
Amendment No. 3 - $ 220.00 (Flow test) Rescinded
Amendment No. 3 - $15,000 (restart of project)
Amendment No. 4 - $2,071,146.72
Contract Total: - $2,452,913.10 Corrected total $2,467,913.10

With the initial award, there was an expectation to return to the Board with a full design for the entire project scope.
This amendment, which is not included in the initial scope, will be the full design and construction administration of the project.

Financial impact: The total budget of $2,071,146.72 for Amendment No. 4 for A/E for CIP Project 35535. Stoneview Elementary School will be allocated from cost code (SP5FACCON.35535.ARCHITECT.4068) under the voter-approved E-SPLOST V program.

Contact: Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements
Mr. Hans Williams, Dir. Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678-676-1588
Mr. Artis Johnson, Program Director, Division of Operations, 404.790.8985

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Services

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations,
Mr. Darrell Stallings, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve a joint resolution with the City of Decatur Schools and Atlanta Public Schools calling for a November 3, 2026, referendum to authorize the re-imposition of the E-SPLOST for an additional five years beginning on July 1, 2027.

Details: Georgia law permits county and independent school districts within the county to generate capital improvement funds by means of an Education Special Purpose Local-Option Sales Tax (E-SPLOST). The DeKalb County School District, City of Decatur Schools, and Atlanta Public Schools are all located within DeKalb County and therefore must all approve a combined referendum to be presented to the voters in order to impose the E-SPLOST.

A joint resolution has been developed calling for a referendum on the ballot in the November 3, 2026 to continue the one percent sales and use tax within DeKalb County for educational purposes (E-SPLOST). The referendum will outline general categories of improvements for DeKalb County School District and the estimated revenue for a continued five-year collection of a 1% sales tax, up to $946,773,776, if approved by the voters in the November 3, 2026, election. Capital Improvements will be funded by the E-SPLOST commencing on July 1, 2027, and continuing until June 30, 2032, if approved by the voters in the November 3, 2026, referendum.

The focus of the categories directly addresses our commitment to learning environments that are healthy and safe for our students and faculty. The primary focus of the project categories is in the following areas: construction of new replacement schools, facilities and building additions; capital improvements of facilities; technology improvements; and replacement of capital equipment, including transportation.

Financial impact: Up to $946,773,776 in sales tax revenue for Capital Improvements from July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2032, if approved by voters on November 3, 2026.

Contact: Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations,
Mr. Darrell Stalling, Chief of Capital Improvements, Division of Capital Improvements

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Pending Approval by the Office of Legal Affairs

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

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Pamela McCloud, Director of Organizational Effectiveness, Chief of Staff Division

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the payment of accreditation membership to COGNIA for all DeKalb schools for the 2026-2027 school year, in an amount not to exceed $171,600.

Details: This proposed budget item requests funds not to exceed $171,600 to cover the costs of annual accreditation membership for all DeKalb County Schools.

Financial impact: The financial impact is an amount not to exceed $171,600 for FY26. The purchase amount will be paid through charge code: 100.2300.581.000.00011.7660.9990.8010.010.0000 - Chief of Staff General Budget

Contact: Mr. Ennis Harvey, Chief of Staff, Chief of Staff Division, 678.676.0196,
Ms. Pamela McCloud, Director of Organizational Effectiveness, Chief of Staff Division, 678.676.0455

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Dr. Tracey Whaley, Chief of Police, Division of Public Safety

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the list of School Nutrition equipment for surplus in accordance with Board Policy DO: School Properties Disposal Procedures.

Details: Board Policy DO: School Properties Disposal Procedures requires all items valued at $5,000.00 or greater be presented to the Board for approval when declared surplus. The School Nutrition equipment list notes items that have been pulled from school lunchrooms due to being obsolete or broken, and repairs wouldn’t be cost beneficial. Disposal of these items will clean out District warehouses these currently occupy. Also, these items must remain on the District Capital Asset listing until they are properly disposed, and this will ensure an up-to-date listing is maintained.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. Byron Schueneman, Chief Financial Officer, Division of Finance, 678.676.0289
Mr. Lance McConkey, Comptroller, Division of Finance, 678.676.0445

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“the Board”) approve the contract renewal of ESS Temporary Staffing Services through TIPS RFP 230703, not to exceed the amount of $1,500,000 for SY 26-27. This request renews the contract award for an additional one (1) year term effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

Details: The contract award of ESS Temporary Staffing Services through TIPS RFP 230703 was initially approved by the Board on January 12, 2026. The Initial Term is from February 23, 2026, through June 30, 2026, with two (2) one-year optional renewal periods through September 30, 2027, subject to Board approval on an annual basis.

Scope of Services: ESS will provide qualified temporary Food Service Assistants for assignments at any DCSD school site as needed per DCSD SNS.

The agency must guarantee that all personnel:
• Meet district background check requirements
• Complete required food safety training prior to placement
• Maintain appropriate certifications (e.g., Food Handler)

Staffing Requests and Response Time
• The district may request temporary staff for same-day, short-term, or long-term assignments.
• A designated account representative will be available on-site to support daily staffing needs.

Billing and Rate Structure
• Hourly Rates:
o Food Service Assistant: $18.91
• Rates include agency administrative costs, liability coverage, and workers’ compensation.
• The district will be billed only for actual hours worked.
• No minimum weekly hour guarantee is required.

Performance Expectations and Accountability
• SNS District managers may request replacement of temporary staff who do not meet performance standards.
• The agency will provide substitute personnel within 4 hours when replacements are necessary.
• Quarterly performance check-ins will be conducted to evaluate service quality.

Insurance and Liability
The agency will maintain:
• General liability insurance
• Worker’s compensation coverage
• Professional liability as applicable

The district will not assume employer responsibility for agency employees.

Financial impact: Funds will be paid from GL account 622-3100-530000-00062-8200-9990-8015-050-0000 in the amount not to exceed $1,500,000.

Contact: Mr. Byron Schueneman, Chief Financial Officer, Division of Finance, 678.676.0270
Ms. Condus Shuman, Director of School Nutrition Services, 678.676.1772

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the renewal of RFP 22-12 to Bank of America (BOA) to provide banking and non-banking monetary services for the District for a period of one year effective from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. This is the fourth renewal option of four.

Details: RFP 22-12 was competitively solicited through the Purchasing Department. It was posted to IonWave and the Georgia Procurement Registry on February 10, 2022. Electronic notification was sent to 26 vendors from the DCSD vendor bid list. Electronic notification was sent to 104 vendors through the State of Georgia Procurement Registry. Electronic notification was sent to 194 vendors through IonWave. Four (4) vendors responded to the solicitation. The responses were reviewed and four (4) were deemed responsive to the requirements of the solicitation by the Purchasing Department. This is the fourth renewal option of four.

Financial impact: There is No Financial Impact

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

Effective: July 1, 2026

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the FY2028 DeKalb County School District Budget Calendar.

Details: The Budget Calendar provides a roadmap that outlines the review of current expenditures, analysis of financial activities, and future projections for the upcoming fiscal year.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

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

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adopt the DeKalb County School District FY2027 budget for all funds and approve the resolution establishing the 2026 millage rate at 22.78 mills.

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

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the April 2026 Monthly Financial Report.

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

Status: No Legal Approval Required

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

Request: It is recommended that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the renewal of the annual subscription for the district's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application and related professional services and development with Tyler Technologies in an amount not to exceed $1,153,598. This is a one-year agreement.

Details: By the close of fiscal year 2025, the district had successfully transitioned its Financial, Human Resources, and Payroll operations from the legacy ERP system (CrossPointe) to the current ERP system (Tyler Technologies / Munis). During fiscal year 2026, the district fully implemented the Budgeting module in Munis, positioning the organization to discontinue its legacy budgeting platform and realize anticipated savings exceeding $354,000. Looking ahead to fiscal year 2027, the district anticipates expanded use of the Time & Attendance platform, which is expected to provide enhanced payroll insights, strengthen compliance, improve processing efficiencies, and increase paycheck clarity and consistency for employees.

To ensure the continued effectiveness and sustainability of this critical system, this agenda item requests funding for software renewal, professional development, and ongoing professional services to support the deployment of the Time and Attendance module. The software renewal includes continued access to the application and critical data, as well as support, essential updates, and critical security patches.
Annual, hosting, support, maintenance which includes access to the application and critical data, as well as support, essential updates, and critical security patches. This support includes licensing and maintenance for the following functionality:

Human Resource Management software used for managing employee information, position details, payroll and W-2 preparation.
General ledger, budget, and accounts payable/receivable functions.
Purchasing software used for purchasing functions within the district including the creation and management of purchase orders.
Analytics and data reporting modules used for an array of human resources and financial reporting capabilities
Employee expense reimbursement functionality used for managing expense reimbursement for employees
Projects & grant accounting module used to track budget and spend by project and/or grant.
Cash management module used for the management/reconciliation of bank accounts and cash in-flows/outflows.
Asset Maintenance module which is used for managing operational work orders.
Vendor bid management module which allows vendors the ability to submit bids online.
Time & Attendance functionality which allows for the integration of work hours into the district’s ERP system for payroll processing.

The Employee Access (EA) module which provides employee pay/benefit information online for all employees.
Professional services which will support the continued deployment of a Time and Attendance module. The functionality will allow the district to better track work hours and time off requests, Planned Annual Continuing Education (Pace) which provides training that can be scheduled as needed across all product areas. The plan also includes a bi-annual investment assessment activity that will help the district assess current use of the EERP solution with recommendations for optimization, as well as 20 days of training to be used on an as needed basis. A project manager will be assigned to DCSD to help schedule and coordinate all the PACE program activities and the bi-annual investment assessment.

Financial impact: Annual Subscription
Cost
Charge Code


Hosting, Support and Licensing
775,305.99
100.1000.553200.00011.7600.9990.0308.070.0000


Employee Access Annual Renewal
95,099.45
100.2500.553200.00011.7200.9990.8010.050.0000


Professional Services
225,000
100.2500.530000.74711.9999.9990.8010.050.0000


Pace (Professional Development)
58,192.56
100.2500.530000.74711.9999.9990.8010.050.0000


Total:
$1,153,598

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

Effective: July 2026

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the June Human Resources Report.

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

Status: No Legal Approval Required

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

Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the personnel recommended for employment contracts for the 2026-2027 academic year as recommended in the annual report submitted to the Board of Education.

Financial impact: Approval of employment contracts to personnel impacts the salary cost codes associated with each employee’s work location.

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

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval is Not Required

Summary: Mrs. Ateshia Lester, Acting Chief of Schools, Division of Schools & Leadership

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Sean Tartt, Acting Chief Academic Officer, Division of Teaching and Learning

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the Memorandum of Agreement between the Acceleration Academies and the DeKalb County School District to serve up to 360 students in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000.

Details: Acceleration Academies will operate a physical Academy site in Tucker, Georgia and three satellite sites (hubs) at schools throughout the school district to serve students 16-21 years of age. These students will be identified via recruitment efforts of currently withdrawn students as well as direct referrals of active but credit deficient, at-risk students by their principals or guidance counselors. Acceleration Academies will support as many students as possible; therefore, the Enrollment Marketing Team will utilize a multitude of marketing techniques to find, inform, recruit, and retain students.

Currently, the Acceleration Academy serves 180 graduation candidates. At this time, 107 1523 courses have been completed, and 53.5 761.5 Carnegie units have been earned by graduation candidates.

Financial impact: The method of compensation in this MOA will be payments in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000 to be paid to Acceleration Academies in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement from general funds.

Students enrolled during the state count period will generate per pupil funding for the school district. For every eligible student enrolled in the program, Acceleration Academies will bill the school district a base of $600 per month for each student plus applicable supplemental funding for special education and ESOL services. Last year, the DeKalb County School District spent $13,834 per student.

Cost Code: 100.2210.530000.00011.7210.9990.8010.035.0000




2025-2026 Acceleration Academies Monthly Expenses


Month
Invoice Number
Invoice Amount
Number of Graduation Candidates


July 2025
1802
$59,212.26
97


August 2025
1868
$73,217.65
114


September 2025
1890
$93,763.41
152


October 2025
1957
$104,224.72
166


November 2025
1991
$110,145.45
181


December 2025
2061
$110,692.36
184


January 2026
2105
$97,186.18
161


February 2026
2144
$104,086.18
171


March 2026
2206
$102,646.18
169


April 2026
2269
$105,135.05
173


Total as of April 2026

$960,309.44

Contact: Dr. Sean Tartt, Deputy Chief Academic Officer, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678.676.0731
Dr. Rose Prejean-Harris, Assistant Superintendent (6-12), Division of Teaching and Learning, 678.676.0137

Effective: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Status: Pending Approval by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Sean Tartt, Acting Chief Academic Officer, Division of Teaching and Learning

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the purchase of previously adopted textbooks, supplemental resources, textbook management systems, and instructional materials, including print and digital resources, from 95 Core, Accelerate Learning, Amira Learning, BFW Publishers, Capstone, Carnegie Learning, Cengage, CodeHS, Edmentum, eDynamic, Evans & Sutherland, Find Your Grind, Follett, Hello World, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Imagine Learning, McGraw Hill, Pearson, Progress Learning, Reef Distribution, Savvas, Social Studies School Service, Studies Weekly, Textbook Warehouse, Transfr, and Vista Higher Learning in an amount not to exceed $9,900,000.

Details: During the 2026-2027 school year, the District may purchase previously adopted instructional resources from the following vendors that may exceed $100,000.00:




Vendor
Content/
Grade
Year Adopted
Format
*Cost Estimate


Accelerate Learning
Science K-2
2018
Digital
$143,785.00


Accelerate Learning
Science 3-8
2018
Digital
$208,367.25


BFW Publishers
AP World History
2018

Digital
$75,075.00


Carnegie Learning
World Languages MS & HS
2024
Print
$59,966.20


Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ELA 9-12
2024
Print
$42,644.21


McGraw Hill
ELA 1-2 - Anthologies
2023
Print
$128,785.14


McGraw Hill
Social Studies - African American Studies
2018

Digital
$28,917.00


McGraw Hill

Social Studies - American Government and World Geography
2018
Digital
$1,970,186.40


McGraw Hill
ELA K-2 (TEs)
2023
Print
$251,950.60


McGraw Hill
ELA 6-8 (TEs)
2024
Print
$33,621.58


Pearson
Social Studies
AP (Human Geography, US Govt.-Politics, and Comp. Govt./Politics
2018

Digital
$125,748.75


Savvas
ES 3-5 (TEs)
2023
Print
$743,631.00


Social Studies School Service (Active Classroom)
Social Studies
6-7 and HS
2018
Digital
$246,362.22


Studies Weekly
Social Studies
K-2
2018
Print and Digital
$215,701.08


Textbook Warehouse
Fine Arts 4-5 (Band and Orchestra)
2023
Print
$1,408.25


Textbook Warehouse
World Languages ES
2024
Print
$348.25



Vista Higher Learning
World Languages MS and HS
2024
Print and Digital
$26,355.00


Vista Higher Learning
World Languages ES
2024
Print and Digital
$2,711.70


Total
$4,305,564.63





*Note: The quotes are based on projected enrollment, not actual enrollment.

Pursuant to Board Policy DJE III.D.3.g. 1-2, the textbook management systems and supplemental resources for schools have been evaluated annually and selected by qualified, professional personnel based on sound pedagogical judgement and in the District’s best interest. These selected resources from the following vendors may exceed $100,000.00 in a singular purchase:




Vendor
Content/
Grade
Format
*Cost Estimate


95 Core
ELA K-5
Digital
$2,327,390.40


Amira Learning
ELA K-3
Digital
$590,545.00


Capstone
All Areas
K-12
Digital
$167,865.60


Cengage - Gale
All Areas
K-12
Digital
$160,900.82


CodeHS
CTAE and STEM
K-12
Digital
$90,130.00


COSM Library
Science All
Digital
$75,000.00


Edmentum
Core Electives and CTAE 6-12
Digital
$306,516.23


eDynamic
CTAE
3-12
Digital
$488,800.00



Find Your Grind
CTAE
6-12
Digital
$95,000.00



Follett
All Areas
K-12
Digital Library Management System
$155,235.60


Hello World
CTAE
3-12
Digital
$255,000.00



Imagine Learning
ELA and Math/
English Language Learners and 3-8
Digital
$520,225.00


Progress Learning
Core Content
8-12
Digital
$72,094.75


REEF
Science All
Program Support
$50,000.00


Transfr
CTAE and STEM
6-12
Digital
$105,600



Total
$5,460,303.40





*Note: The quotes are based on projected enrollment, not actual enrollment.

Financial impact: Charge codes
Cost Estimate


100.1000.564000.00011.7580.9990.8010.035.0000 (Instructional Materials - Digital)
$2,798,441.62



100.1000.564100.00011.7580.9990.8010.035.0000 (Instructional Materials - Print)
$1,507,123.01



100.1000.564000.00911.7410.1310.8010.035.0000 (Educational Media - Digital)
$328,766.42



100.2220.553200.00911.7410.1310.8010.035.0000 (Educational Media - Management System)
$155,235.60


100.1000.553200.00011.7450.3011.8010.035.0000 (CTAE)
100.1000.564000.00011.7940.3011.8010.035.0000 (CTAE)
$1,034,530



100.1000.553200.00911.7410.1310.8010.035.0000 (FLEX)

$306,516.23



100.1000.530000.00011.7480.9990.8010.035.0000 (Teaching and Learning - 95 Core)
$2,327,390.40


100.1000.553200.09511.7480.9990.8010.035.0000 (Progress Learning)
$72,094.75


100.1000.530000.00011.7480.9990.8010.035.0000 (Teaching and Learning - Amira)
$590,545.00



460.1000.553200.07221.7130.1816.6015.094.2025 (Teaching and Learning - Imagine Learning)
$520,225.00


100.1000.561200.00011.6600.9990.6010.035.0000 (Fernbank Science Center)
$125,000


Cost Estimate
$9,765,868.03

Contact: Dr. Sean R. Tartt, Deputy Chief Academic Officer, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678-676-0731
Dr. Penny Mosley, Assistant Superintendent P-5, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678-676-0137
Dr. Rose Prejean-Harris, Assistant Superintendent 6-8, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678-676-0137
Dr. Laura Neely, Interim Director, K-12 Curriculum and Instruction, 678-676-0137
Mrs. Lummie Baker, Director Educational Media and Instructional Materials, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678-676-2423

Effective: June 16, 2026

Status: Pending Approval by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Sean Tartt, Acting Chief Academic Officer, Division of Teaching and Learning

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the RFQ 26-724 K-12 Science Instructional Resources adoption and purchase of Gallopade International, Savvas Learning Company LLC, McGraw Hill, Cengage Learning Inc, Pearson Education Inc, Bedford, Freeman and Worth, Oxford University Press, Lazel Inc, Vernier, and Discovery Education. These vendors represent the most responsive and responsible bidders to provide science instructional resources in print and/or digital formats for teachers and students for more than $100,000 per vendor but not to exceed a total contracted amount of $15,000,000.



K-8


Grade/Specific Courses
Vendor & Resource


K-2 Science
Savvas Learning Company LLC
Georgia Elevate Science 2024


3-5 Science
Gallopade International
Gallopade Science


6-8 Science
Savvas Learning Company LLC
Experience Science for Middle Grades @ 2026









Grades 9-12


Course
Vendor
Resource


Astronomy
McGraw Hill LLC

Explorations: An Introduction to Astronomy @2020,9e, Arnry



Biology
Savvas Learning Company LLC
Miller & Levine Biology @ 2019


Botany
McGraw Hill LLC
Stern's Intro to Plant Biology


Chemistry
McGraw Hill LLC
Inspire Chemistry


Physics
Savvas Learning Company LLC
Experience Physics © 2022


Physical Science
McGraw Hill LLC
Inspire Physical Science


Environmental Science
Savvas Learning Company LLC

Environmental Science: Your World, Your Turn © 2021


Earth Systems
Savvas Learning Company LLC
Earth Science © 2017


Human Anatomy/Physiology
McGraw Hill LLC
Holes Essentials of Human Anatomy


Forensic Science
Cengage Learning, Inc
Forensic Science: Fundamentals and Investigations 3rd Edition


Meteorology
No contender submitted in RFQ-26-724
No contender submitted in RFQ-26-724



Microbiology
Pearson Education Inc

Microbiology: An Introduction 14e @ 2024


Oceanography
Cengage Learning, Inc

Oceanography: An Invitation to Marine Science © 10th Edition


AP Biology
Bedford, Freeman and Worth
Biology for the AP Course (2E)


AP Chemistry
Cengage Learning, Inc

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Details: In accordance with the formal procurement procedures published by the Georgia Department of Education, the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was issued February 12, 2026. Electronic notification was sent to 169 vendors from the DCSD vendor list, 1,006 vendors through the State of Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR), and 540 vendors through IonWave, the DCSD solicitation portal. The solicitation was advertised in the Champion Newspaper for two (2) consecutive weeks beginning February 12, 2026. Twenty-one (21) proposals were deemed responsive and evaluated on the following criteria: alignment to the K-12 Georgia Standards of Excellence, research-evidence based instructional strategies/resources for diverse learners (i.e., English Learners, Exceptional Education, Early Intervention Program, Montessori, International Baccalaureate, STEM, Magnet, and Theme), quality of supporting texts, support for improved literacy practices, complimentary digital resources, data privacy, set-up costs, initial training, and ongoing support.

The contract will include up to five, one-year extension options contingent upon DCSD’s offer to such extension, the successful offeror’s acceptance, and the approval of the DeKalb County Board of Education to extend the contract. The school district will purchase materials based on projected enrollments and in accordance to DJE Section 3: The purchase is for instructional materials or programs selected in accordance with Board Policy IFA or selected by qualified professional personnel, based on sound pedagogical judgment and the best interest of the District, and acting at the direction of the Superintendent or the Superintendent’s authorized designee.

Financial impact: The total contract amount will not exceed $15,000,000.
Charge Codes:
Digital: 100.1000.564000.00011.7580.9990.8010.035.0000
Printed: 100.1000.564100.00011.7580.9990.8010.035.0000

Contact: Dr. Sean Tartt, Deputy Chief Academic Officer, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678.676.0731
Dr. Penny Mosley, Assistant Superintendent P-5, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678-676-0137
Dr. Rose Prejean-Harris, Assistant Superintendent 6-12, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678.676.0137
Ms. Lummie Baker, Director, Educational Media and Instructional Materials, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678.676.2421
Dr. Angelique Conner, Coordinator, Educational Media and Instructional Materials, Division of Teaching and Learning, 678.676.1471

Effective: June 16, 2026- June 30, 2027

Status: Pending Approval by the Office of Legal Affairs

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the renewal to purchase RethinkEd, Inc. High School Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum for an amount not to exceed $99,654.

Details: The RethinkEd SEL Curriculum for high schools is aligned with the DeKalb County School District's (DCSD) Student Code of Conduct and Culture and Climate Strategic Plan Goals. In DCSD, our goal is to empower students to grow emotionally, socially, and academically by providing targeted interventions and facilitating the development of essential life skills. Through this program, students will have the opportunity to demonstrate a positive change in attitude and behavior with the support of educators providing targeted interventions and employing various approaches to address disciplinary incidents. We strive to transform challenges into opportunities for personal growth and successfully reintegrate high school students into the school community with renewed confidence and resilience.

Implementation of the high school RethinkEd SEL Program will help the district achieve the following goals: 


Decrease instruction time loss.  
Decrease out-of-school (OSS) for students. 
Decrease in-school suspension (ISS) for students. 
Improve students’ social emotional skills. 
Improve student academic and behavior outcomes. 
Decrease behavior referrals/suspensions. 
Increase the fidelity of behavior intervention support practices.  
Improve student attendance rates.

Financial impact: The annual cost to renew the RethinkEd Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum shall not exceed $99,654 and will be paid from Purchased Prof/Tech Services account code: 100.2100.530000.00011.7560.9990.8010.090.0000.

Contact: Kishia K. Towns, Ph.D., Chief of Wrap Around Services, Division of Wrap Around Services, 678.676.1913
Dr. Darnell Logan, Director of Student Relations, Division of Wrap Around Services, 770. 656.0185
Ms. Brandy Woolridge, PBIS Coordinator II, Wrap Around Services, Division of Wrap Around Services, 678. 218.2154

Effective: Upon Board Approval

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

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the Letter of Agreement between College AIM, INC., and the DeKalb County School District (DCSD), for an additional year for an amount not to exceed $240,000. The contract renewal is through July 31, 2027, and will be in accordance with the existing fee structure provided in the vendor's service agreement. This request supports Strategic Goal Area 1 Student Academic Success with Equity and Access.

Details: College AIM guides and supports high school students to and through college, including technical colleges, two-year colleges and four-year institutions, by running workshops to help students explore and connect to postsecondary opportunities, providing individual post-secondary advising, taking students on college visits, counseling students regarding financial, academic and social support services through college graduation, and providing scholarships and access to scholarship opportunities. College AIM will provide “post-secondary prep” programming at McNair, Stone Mountain, Towers, Cross Keys, and Lithonia High Schools. Programming would include post-secondary advice for 12th grade students, continued postgraduate coaching for enrolled students and post-secondary exposure for 9th-11th grade students.

Financial impact: The compensation to College AIM, Inc. will be a payment not to exceed $240,000. This includes $45,000 in funding per school partner, totaling $225,000; for school buses for local college exposure with nine trips per school, totaling $15,000. The source of funding will be derived from General Funds under Change Code: 100.2210.530000.00011.7040.9990.8010.090.0000.

Contact: Kishia K. Towns, Ph.D., Chief of Wrap Around Services, Division of Wrap Around Services, 678.676.1811
Mr. Christopher Key, Executive Director of Student Advancement, Division of Wrap Around Services, 678.485.9544

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Kiana King, Interim Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the purchase of supplemental instructional resources and materials, both printed and digital, for the English Learners Department in an amount not to exceed $­­1,400,000.

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

Financial impact: The total financial impact for SY2026-2027 is not to exceed the amount of $1,400,000.
Title III Funds and general funds will be used to purchase these resources.
Charge codes: 460.1000.553200.07221.7130.1816.6015.094.2026 and 100.1000.553200.07711.7130.1353.6015.094.0000

Contact: Mrs. Kiana King, Interim Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services
Dr. Evelyn Hall, Executive Director of English Learners Department, Division of Student Services

Effective: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Kiana King, Interim Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the amendment and ratification of the Georgia State University (GSU) School Based Mental Health Services Grant for year 4 of 5. DCSD is the fiscal agent of the grant and these funds are used to support the recruitment, training, tuition, student health insurance, graduate research assistantships, professional association memberships, conference fees, and other school-related costs for newly incoming school psychology graduate students, practicum students, and interns who will become school psychologists upon graduation and who will seek to work in the DeKalb County School District upon graduation. This cost represents year 4 of the 5-year School-Based Mental Health Services Grant that DeKalb County School District was awarded by the United States Department of Education, in conjunction with Georgia State University to alleviate the financial burden of graduate school for school psychology students from underrepresented groups and/or living in communities served by our school district. Through the grant funding, DCSD was able to hire 2 school psychologists at the end of the 24-25 SY and are on track to hire 4 GSU graduates at the end of the 25-26 SY. There is no financial impact to the general operating budget.

Details: The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) partnered with Georgia State University (GSU) and was awarded the United States Department of Education’s School-Based Mental Health Services grant. The grant is designed to hire more school psychologists.

The DeKalb County School District - Recruit, Train, and Retain (DCSD-RTR) project will specifically focus on increasing the number of future school psychologists to mitigate the environmental, social, and financial barriers that make it difficult for students to enter graduate school and complete their training.

The Technical Services Agreement includes a total of $1,681,766 over 5 years for implementing the grant as follows:
Year 1 - $220,088;
Year 2 - $352,808;
Year 3 - $399,840;
Year 4 - $408,405; and
Year 5 - $300,625.

DeKalb County School District (DCSD) was awarded the U.S. Department of Education’s (USDOE) School-Based Mental Health Services grant. The DeKalb County School District - Recruit-Train-Retain (DCSD-RTR) project has the primary goal of addressing mental health services for PreK - 12th grade students by increasing the overall number of school psychologists. The proposal was written in collaboration with Dr. Tamika La Salle, Associate Professor of School Psychology and Director of the Center for Research on School Safety, School Climate & Classroom Management at Georgia State University and Dr. Catherine Perkins, Coordinator of the Educational Specialist Program in School Psychology and School Psychology Internship Program at Georgia State University.
The primary objectives supporting the goal of this grant include (1) recruiting school psychologists who live within the communities served by DCSD; (2) preparing school psychologists to provide mental-health services to student populations within regions across the school district; and (3) retaining school psychologists in DCSD and reducing the ratio of school psychologists to students, particularly those living in communities served by DCSD.

Financial impact: There is no cost to the district to implement the DCSD-RTR grant project. The grant is fully funded by the United States Department of Education’s School-Based Mental Health Services grant. The GSU budget of $408,405 listed in the Technical Services Agreement is based upon year 4 for calendar year 2026 to support the implementation of the grant. GSU requested to include the year 4 budget amount in the Technical Services Agreement.

Contact: Mrs. Kiana King, Interim Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services, 678.676.1809,
Dr. Erin Broyard-Baptiste, Interim Executive Director, Exceptional Education, Division of Student Services, 678.676.1814,
Mrs. Kimberly Franklin, Senior Coordinator Psychological Services, Division of Student Services 678.676.2222

Effective: June 15, 2026 - June 14, 2027

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Kiana King, Interim Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the purchase of professional translation and interpretation services from the following vendors in excess of $100,000 with a combined total not to exceed $1,500,000 for the following seven vendors:

ALTA Language Services
LATN Language Solutions
Piedmont Global Language Service
Real Time Translation
SeSo, Inc.
Translation Station, Inc.
Zab Translation Solutions

Details: The DeKalb County School District, as a local educational agency (LEA) receiving federal grants, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) grants, has a legal obligation to maintain meaningful communication with parents and students who may not have English as their primary language. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and IDEA mandate that parental notices and communication must be in a language that the parents or guardians can understand. Services from approved agencies are included in the district’s agreement with the OCR to provide language support services to families and students who speak other languages. Additionally, interpretation services are required during Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings.

Financial impact: The financial impact to the general funds for the school year 2026-2027 will not exceed the amount of $1,500,000.00.

Department of English Learners Charge Code:
100.2100 530000.07711.7130.9990.6015.094.0000 ($975,000.00)

Department of Exceptional Education Charge Code: 100.1000.530000.00011.7340.2021.8010.094.0000($450,000.00)
100.1000.530000.22711.7320.9990.8010.094.0000($50,000.00)
Title III Funds and general funds will be used to purchase these resources.
Charge codes:
460.1000.553200.07221.7130.1816.6015.094.2026
100.1000.553200.07711.7130.1353.6015.094.0000

Contact: Mrs. Kiana King, Interim Chief of Student Services, Division of Student Services,
Dr. Evelyn Hall, Executive Director of English Learners Department 678-676-6603
Dr. Erin Broyard-Baptiste, Interim Executive Director, Exceptional Education, Division of Student Services, 678-676-1814

Effective: July 1, 2026- June 30, 2027

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Triscilla Weaver, Ph.D., Chief of Access and Opportunity, Division of Access and Opportunity

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the second of four, one-year renewals for RFQ 24-565 Northside Athletic Trainers provided by Northside Hospital, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $1,900,000.

Details: In accordance with the formal procurement procedures published by the Georgia Department of Education, the Request for Qualification (RFQ) was issued on March 7, 2024. Two responsive bids were received and evaluated by a four‑member Athletics Department committee. Northside Hospital met all requirements and was determined to be the most responsive vendor.

The renewal is aligned with the scope of work submitted in RFQ-24-565, and the renewal spend limit is not to exceed $1,900,000.

Financial impact: The total budget for RFQ 24-565 is allocated from cost code (607.3200.530000.00267.7090.9990.8010.092.0000)

Contact: Triscilla Weaver, Ph.D., Chief of Access and Opportunity, Division of Access and 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. Candace Alexander, Chief of Accountability and Research, Division of Accountability and Research

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the renewal of Level Data for the district’s observation, instructional coaching, teacher feedback, and professional development processes. The total amount requested for the renewal is not to exceed $289,680.

Details: Level Data is a comprehensive, customizable platform used in over 2000 schools across 32 states. Its features include:
Customized Coaching Forms and Observation Templates
Data Security & Confidentiality (with role-based access)

Key Platform Features:
Real-time, time-stamped feedback during observations
Goal setting and tracking capabilities are linked to action steps
Video integration for self-reflection and peer feedback
Dashboards and reports to assist administrators with evidence-based decision-making

Financial impact: The financial impact is an amount not to exceed $289,680 and will be paid using general funds budgeted to GL Code #100.2800.553200.00011.7210.9990.8010.035.0000

Contact: Dr. Candace Alexander, Chief of Accountability and Research, Division of Accountability and Research, 678.676.0733

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Dr. Cherisse M. Campbell, Chief of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the renewal of the District’s Excess Cyber Risk Insurance coverage with Liberty Surplus Insurance Corporation (“Liberty”), for $143,884. This cost is an early indication of the renewal quotation. Although not anticipated, the final quotation from Liberty may decrease.

Details: This item requests that the Board of Education approve the renewal of the District’s Excess Cyber Liability Insurance Policy with Liberty. The Alliant Property Insurance Program (“APIP”) currently provides the underlying coverage for the District’s cyber liability. Liberty has insured the District’s Cyber Liability exposure since February of 2024 when coverage was purchased to enhance the existing coverage provided as part of the District’s property insurance through APIP.

This year’s renewal premium with Liberty is $143,884. This represents a zero dollar and 0% increase over last year’s premium with Liberty which was also $143,884.

Financial impact: This is a budgeted expense within the Risk Management budget. The cost code is 100.2600.552000.00011.7490.9990.8010.080.7498. The premium amount is $143,884.

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services, 678. 676.0159
Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services, 678.676.0403

Effective: July 1, 2026

Status: Legal Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the renewal of the District’s Property and Cyber Liability Insurance coverage with Alliant Property Insurance Program (“Alliant”), for $3,263,423.84. $2,922,009.28. This cost is an early indication of the renewal quotation. Although not anticipated, the final quotation from Alliant may decrease.

Details: This item requests that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“Board of Education”) approve the renewal of the District’s Property and Cyber Liability Insurance. As a factual backdrop, the District's property insurer for the period January 1, 2019, through January 1, 2021, was FM Global Insurance Company (“FM Global”). Notice was received in the fall of 2020 that FM Global would be imposing substantial premium increases, eliminating physical damage coverage for District vehicles, and increasing retention levels. Therefore, the District’s insurance broker, Edgewood Partners Insurance Center, Inc. (“Epic”), initiated a comprehensive remarketing of the District’s insurance program and approached insurers that have traditionally served large public school district property portfolios like the District’s portfolio. The District’s current insurer, Alliant, was included in this remarketing search. A summary of the most recent remarketing effort is contained on page 8 of the attached Property and Cyber Liability Insurance Renewal Indication, received from Epic and dated May 3, 2026, (“Indication”). Due to the current market conditions, claims submitted by the District, and an increase in the total insured value, the responses from insurance companies did not significantly differ.

As a result of Epic’s remarketing, at its December 7, 2020, meeting, the Board of Education approved the purchase of a semi-annual policy from Alliant for the period of January 1, 2021, through July 1, 2021. A semi-annual policy was purchased since the FM Global policy expired January 1, 2021, and since Alliant had a common expiration date for all members of July 1, 2021. Alliant provided substantial savings over FM Global while including additional coverages. During the negotiations, Alliant agreed to keep the property rate flat for the first eighteen months, barring any significant claims by the District or dramatic changes within the insurance industry.

Unfortunately, during the 2021 calendar year alone the insurance marketplace changed dramatically. Many insurers were no longer willing to insure public entity accounts like the District’s profile. Several reasons are given, including but not limited to, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, devastating winter storms, high profile cybersecurity attacks, tightening underwriting standards, and higher than expected loss developments from prior claims. In addition, mounting losses from civil unrest and wildfires on the west coast are other reasons given in response to questions of why a quote was not provided. Further, those insured entities with losses could expect to realize a rate increase more than 15%. The District, during the 2021 calendar year, experienced property losses which resulted in claims filed with its insurer.

Therefore, due to the marketplace changes that took place during the 2021 calendar year, at the June 14, 2021, meeting, the Board of Education approved the purchase of an annual insurance policy from Alliant for the period of July 1, 2021, through July 1, 2022. At its June 6, 2022, meeting, the Board of Education approved the renewal of the insurance policy with Alliant for the period of July 1, 2022, through July 1, 2023. Likewise, at its June 12, 2023, meeting, the Board of Education approved the renewal of the insurance policy with Alliant for the period of July 1, 2023, through July 1, 2024. Similarly, at its June 9, 2025, meeting, the Board of Education approved the renewal of the insurance policy with Alliant for the period of July 1, 2025, through July 1, 2026.

This agenda item seeks the renewal of the annual Property and Cyber Liability Insurance Policy with Alliant, for July 1, 2026, through July 1, 2027. The Alliant program currently provides coverage for the District’s Property, Boiler and Machinery, Cyber Liability, and Vehicle Physical Damage. Unfortunately, the outlook for the second quarter of 2026 remains challenging. Property insurance rate increases are slowing, but natural catastrophes, buildings with large footprints, and aging infrastructure, present challenges. Insurers continue to report that secondary peril, particularly severe consecutive storms, hail, and inland flooding, now represent a growing share of U.S. insured property losses. These trends are highly relevant in Georgia and across the Southeast, where non-hurricane weather events increasingly drive frequency-based losses rather than singular catastrophe events.

Financial impact: This is a budgeted expense, within the Risk Management budget. The account code from which the expense will be paid is: 100.2600.552000.00011.7490.9990.8010.080.7498.



The amount of the premium is $3,263,423.84. $2,922,009.28.

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services, 678.676.0159
Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services, 678.676.0403

Effective: July 1, 2026

Status: No Legal Approval Needed

Summary: Presented by: Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“Board”) approve the renewal of the District’s Excess Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance coverage with Safety National Casualty Corporation (“Safety National”), for $487,835. This cost is an early indication of the renewal quotation. The final quotation from Safety National may decrease.

Details: This item requests that the Board approve the renewal of the District’s Excess Workers’ Compensation & Employer’s Liability Insurance Policy with Safety National. The District’s broker, Edgewood Partners Insurance Center (“Epic”), negotiated the renewal of this policy with ten different insurance companies, including a prior insurer, Star Insurance Company (“Star”). The most favorable renewal was received from Safety National. This year, Safety National, as with last year, provided a flat rate. Star, as with last year, did not provide a flat rate. An insurance company that does not provide a flat rate will increase the rate per

payroll dollar, which will then result in a premium increase. For the remaining eight insurance companies contacted, inability to provide a flat rate, hardening market conditions, the District’s loss history, the District’s tight deadline for submission of quotes, coverage sought for police officers with the Public Safety Department, and the District’s increase in estimated payroll, resulted in a lack of quote submissions. These factors have also resulted in a premium increase for this year.

This year’s $487,835 premium represents a $70,585 premium increase over the 2025 premium of $417,250. This is a 16% increase. The 2024 premium was $311,675, which was a 14% increase over the 2023 premium. The 2023 premium was $272,800.

To provide the District with the most premium savings, the option which increases the District’s retention amount from $1,250,000 to $1,500,000 was selected again this year. This year’s estimated premium is subject to a final audit which could result in an additional premium or return of any premium overpayment.

Safety National’s quote provides a statutory limit for workers’ compensation. The policy limit for Employer’s Liability is $2,000,000.00 per occurrence.

Financial impact: This is a budgeted expense within the Risk Management budget. The cost code is 100.1000.526000.15311.7490.9990.8010.080.1531. The premium amount is $487,835.

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services, 678.676.0159
Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services, 678. 676.0403

Effective: July 1, 2026

Status: Pending Approval by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“Board”) approve the contract Award for RFP 26-730 for the following law firms, in a not-to-exceed amount of $850,000.

Holland & Knight LLC; and
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

Details: This request is pursuant to the District’s Request for Proposal (“RFP”) 26-730, entitled Bond Counsel Legal Services. That RFP noted that the selected law firms will be expected to provide advice to the District, during business and non-business hours, in the area of Bond Counsel. The RFP stated that various issues arise during the course of business involving matters that will require guidance and advice from legal counsel. Because such services, at times, represent emergency situations, legal counsel will be expected to return a telephone call, or email, to the District without undue delay.

With the approval of the District’s Procurement Department, RFP 26-730 was properly posted to required sources and provided to a number of local legal associations. The additional sourcing efforts for RFP 26-730 were as follows:
1. Posted to IonWave on February 26, 2026;
2. Advertised in the Champion Newspaper on February 26, 2026, and March 5, 2026;
3. Electronic notification sent to 67 vendors from the DCSD Vendor Bid List;
4. Electronic notification sent to 458 vendors through the State of GA Procurement Registry; and
5. Electronic notification sent to 782 vendors through IonWave.

In response to the solicitation, three (3) proposals were received by the March 26, 2026, deadline, and two (2) proposals were deemed responsive. These responsive proposals were:
1. Holland & Knight, LLC; and
2. Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein, LLP;

RFP 26-730 provides that the contract for legal services will contain four (4) one-year extension options. Therefore, an evaluation committee was formed to review the proposals. The members of the evaluation committee met on May 1, 2026, and May 12, 2026, to discuss the law firms that submitted proposals, score each law firm and recommend legal service vendors to provide employment matter legal services to the District. After discussion, the evaluation committee recommended that the following law firms be approved to provide employment matter legal services to the District on an as-needed basis:

1. Holland & Knight, LLC; and
2. Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein, LLP

Financial impact: Not to Exceed Amount for Employment Matter Legal Services of $850,000.
The account code from which the expense will be paid is 100.2300.530002.00011.7080.9990.8010.080.0000.

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services, 678.676.0159
Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services, 678.676.0403

Effective: Upon Board Approval and a fully executed retainer agreement with each law firm

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services,

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education (“Board”) approve the engagement of Dentons for professional services in the amount not to exceed $12,000 a month, starting on June 30, 2026, on a month-to-month basis, for strategic support and lobbying services.

Details: With respect to its agreement with the District, Dentons will provide services to include but not be limited to the following:

Assist the Board members to develop and then lobby for the Board’s legislative agenda;
Assist in building coalitions to support and lobby for legislative agenda items with statewide impact, such as full and equitable QBE funding;
Coordinate meetings during the legislative session for the Board and Superintendent with the DeKalb House and Senate Delegations;
Coordinate meetings during the legislative session for the Board and Superintendent with key members of the General Assembly;
Monitor and review the introduction of legislative and budget items introduced at the General Assembly with potential impact on the District;
Oppose legislation that would negatively impact the District;
Monitor key committee meetings at the General Assembly, and coordinate testimony from the Board or District staff as appropriate;
Provide weekly written legislative updates to the Board and Superintendent;
Provide update at Board meetings as requested; and
Monitor, attend and lobby study committees and other meetings of interest during the interim between legislative sessions.

Financial impact: The account code from which the expense will be paid is 100.2300.530002.00011.7080.9990.8010.080.0000.

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services, 678.676.0159
Mr. Glinton R. Darien, Jr., Director of Legal Affairs, Division of Legal Services, 678. 676.0403

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the proposed revisions to Board Policy BBE: School Board Attorney lay on the table as a first read at the June 15, 2026, board meeting for stakeholder feedback until June 29, 2026, and be considered for adoption at a future board meeting.

Details: The proposed policy updates to Board Policy BBE: School Board Attorney include language revisions clarifying the School Board Attorney’s role. A revision to the current regulation also includes language further clarifying the role of the School Board Attorney and the Chief Legal Officer's Roles and responsibilities. The Policy Review Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended placement of this policy on today’s agenda.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed revisions to Board Policy IFBG: Internet Acceptable Use to lay on the table as a first read at the June 15, 2026, board meeting for stakeholder feedback until June 29, 2026, and be considered for adoption at a future board meeting.

Details: Board Policy IFBG: Internet Acceptable Use. The proposed policy includes language clarifications and updates related to social media and Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage in alignment with state requirements. There will also be supporting regulations specifically addressing equipment use, social media and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended placing this policy on today’s agenda as a First Read.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed revisions to Board Policy IFBI: Artificial Intelligence lay on the table as a first read at the June 15, 2026, board meeting for stakeholder feedback until June 29, 2026, and be considered for adoption at a future board meeting.

Details: Board Policy IFBI: Artificial Intelligence. The proposed policy establishes a framework for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence across the district. It defines key AI terms, outlines guiding principles for ethical, secure, and equitable use, and sets expectations for how AI may be implemented in instructional, operational, and administrative settings. The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended placing this policy on today’s agenda as a First Read.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed Board Policy IB: Instructional Program Goals and Objectives lay on the table as a first read at the June 15, 2026, board meeting for stakeholder feedback until June 29, 2026, and be considered for adoption at a future board meeting.

Details: Board Policy IB: Instructional Program Goals and Objectives.
The proposed policy establishes a district-wide, coherent, and evidence-based approach to literacy instruction aligned to state standards, applicable law, and evidence-based practices across all schools and grade levels, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. The policy affirms that literacy is foundational to academic achievement and postsecondary success, and that literacy achievement is a shared responsibility across the District. The proposed policy directs the Superintendent to establish and maintain a Unified District Literacy Plan with defined expectations for instruction, assessment, and supports, and adds a glossary to clarify key terms. The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended placing this policy on today's agenda as a First Read.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed revisions to Board Policy DFK: Gifts and Bequests as a second read.

Details: Board Policy DFK: Gifts and Bequests. The proposed policy includes language clarifications and updates related to authority for the acceptance of donations at the school, department/division and district level. The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended the placement of this policy on today’s agenda.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed revisions to Board Policy KEB: Solicitations as a second read.

Details: Board Policy KEB: Solicitations. The proposed policy includes language to address the DeKalb Schools Educational Foundation and their role in supporting the district. The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended placing this policy on today’s agenda.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed revisions to Board Policy CN: Administrative Records as a second read.

Details: Board Policy CN: Administrative Records. The proposed policy includes a training requirement and includes supporting regulations to address Open Records Requests and document maintenance processes. The district’s records retention schedule is also a supporting exhibit. The Policy Committee reviewed and proposed revisions and recommended placement of this policy on today’s agenda.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed revisions to Board Policy JBCC: Student Assignment as a second read.

Details: Board Policy JBCC: Student Assignment. The proposed policy includes language updates and clarifications. There will also be a supporting regulation primarily addressing programs excluded from this policy, students of full-time employees and sibling preference. The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed revisions and recommended placing this policy on today’s agenda.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: Attorney Approval Not Required

Summary: Presented by: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education accept the proposed draft of Board Policy BA: Goals and Objectives as a second read.

Details: Board Policy BA: Goals and Objectives. A comprehensive access and opportunity audit was performed. The results showed disparities in student achievement outcomes, graduation rates, access to advanced coursework, and other critical measures of student access and success. The proposed policy includes language that demonstrates the Board's shared commitment to provide each DCSD student with the resources, support, and pathways they need to succeed and reach their full potential. The policy also addresses access and opportunity considerations for staff. The Policy Committee reviewed the proposed draft and recommended placing this policy on today's agenda.

Financial impact: No Financial Impact

Contact: Mr. H. Eric Hilton, Chief Legal Officer, Division of Legal Services

Effective: Upon Board Approval

Status: No Legal Approval Needed

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

Summary: Convened by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education convene the June 15, 2026, business meeting.

Motion by: _____________________
Seconded by: __________________
Vote: ___________________________

Summary: Convened by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

*Speakers
1. Andres Cardenas
2. Michael Kidd
3. Brittany Dinneen
4. Liat Oren
5. Tricia Aden
6. Esco Eats
7. Calvin Holland
8. Barry Murphy
9. Daniel Sobczak
10. Sundra Burdette
11. Melanie Huaman-Ore
12. Laura Keen
13. Shavella Davis
14. Nancy Kelly
15. Jessica Howell-Edwards

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the June 15, 2026, consent agenda items.

Motion by: ______________________________
Seconded by: ___________________________
Vote: ____________________________________

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Laura S. Neely, Ph.D. to the position of Area 1 Superintendent in the Office of the Superintendent, as discussed in the executive session.

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Neill O. Crosslin, Ed.D. to the position of Area 2 Superintendent in the Office of the Superintendent, as discussed in the executive session.

Relative Disclosure:

In accordance with BOE Policy, GAGD-Section G, Mandatory Disclosure by the Superintendent, Neill O. Crosslin, Ed.D is the candidate recommended for the Area 2 Superintendent position. He is the spouse of the Senior Coordinator of Counseling, in the Department of Student Advancement, and the child of a Gifted Teacher at Fairington Elementary School.

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education uphold the Student Appeal Case #26-15, as discussed in executive session.

Request: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education approve the settlement of the Charter School litigation, as discussed in executive session.

Summary: Presented by: Ms. Allyson Gevertz, Board Chair

Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adjourn the June 15, 2026, work session and business meeting.

Motion by: _____________________________________
Seconded by: __________________________________
Vote: ___________________________________________