10.12.2026 Academic Advisory Committee meeting

The School District of Palm Beach County Academic Advisory Committee met on October 12, 2026 (the meeting metadata is dated October 13). District staff outlined a districtwide review of library and classroom books to assess compliance with Florida Statute 1006.28 and Board Policy 8.12. Schools are expected to complete reviews by December 18, with certified library media specialists and principals responsible for review and oversight; district staff will also conduct unannounced audits. The district said it would pause acquisition of new book titles until the audit is complete. If school and district reviewers cannot resolve a book’s status, the committee may review it and make a recommendation to staff; the final decision remains with the district. No contract awards, procurement votes, or spending amounts were discussed.

The committee also received an instructional update on student performance and district initiatives, including curriculum resources, professional learning, and the use of the Penda online platform for fifth-grade science; no purchase or contract decision concerning that platform was presented. The committee discussed how members would receive review materials and sufficient time to assess any books referred to them. A motion to adjourn passed. No other procurement activity was identified.