REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING - Mar 10 2026

The CitrusSchools Regular School Board Meeting held on March 10, 2026, focused primarily on educational program updates, community engagement, and operational challenges. A significant portion of the meeting highlighted the International Baccalaureate (IB) program at Lanto High School, including its recent successful re-evaluation, program growth, and the positive impact on student college readiness. The board also recognized donations totaling $22,985 to various schools and programs. A critical discussion addressed a recent internet service outage caused by infrastructure damage in Tampa, which disrupted school operations. The district is actively exploring options to improve internet resiliency, including potential new providers and technologies, with attention to budget implications and contract considerations. Financial updates noted a stable fund balance despite revenue losses from student enrollment declines and storm-related impacts, with ongoing staffing and budget planning underway. Additionally, the meeting covered legislative developments affecting education standards, support for speech and debate programs, and transportation challenges. Several motions related to personnel approvals and agenda adoption were passed unanimously.