5/5/26 Board Meeting

The May 5, 2026, school board meeting of the SBHC Board included presentations from Park Elementary students about their school farm project, highlighting lessons in responsibility and community impact. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the approval and discussion of the 2026 summer school program, including adjustments to grade levels served and projected enrollment reductions, which are expected to yield cost savings. The board approved the summer school plan with amendments to include certain grades for the following year. Additionally, the board approved a contract award to Michael Manning Roofing Services LLC for the roofing replacement of the Lake Placid Middle School gym under contract SBHC 2526-20. The meeting also addressed the resignation of a board member due to residency issues and discussed the implications for board quorum and governance. Other topics included personnel appointments and the designation of the Florida School Board Association advocacy representative. Budget concerns related to rising diesel fuel costs were also noted. No other procurement actions were reported.