LWCS Work Session/Financial Meeting and LWCS Board Meeting

The Lake Wales Charter Schools held a combined work session and board meeting on August 12, 2025, focusing on policy updates, budget approval, and contract renewals. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of several updated policies mandated by the 2025 Florida legislative session, such as the cell phone policy, instructional employee arrest policy, threat management policy, student welfare policy, and compliance with state statute 102.33 regarding employment restrictions. The board also approved the adjunct teacher certification policy, the comprehensive evidence-based reading plan for 2025-2026, the student dismissal policy, and the mental health plan for all seven schools. Financial discussions highlighted a tight budget with a deficit spending trend, a loan repayment plan for capital projects, and the approval of the 2025-2026 adopted budget. Additionally, the board approved the renewal of the Hazel Health contract. Several committee reestablishments and leadership appointments were made to oversee audit, capital funding, bylaws, and other governance areas. The meeting concluded with superintendent and trustee reports emphasizing engagement and strategic planning for the school year ahead.