Volusia County School Board Meeting - Consent Session 06/23/2026

The Volusia County School Board held a Consent Session on June 23, 2026, during which several procurement and contract-related matters were discussed. Key procurement topics included the approval of contract renewals and additional expenditures for the Focus software system, which supports payroll and human resources functions. The board discussed hiring Protiviti consultants to provide expert staffing and validate payroll processes to address ongoing issues with the Focus system, with a contract amount of approximately $420,000. Board members expressed concerns about the software's performance but acknowledged the necessity of the consulting support to stabilize payroll operations. Other procurement items included contracts for behavior specialists, occupational and physical therapy services with Easter Seals, and agreements related to school resource deputies. The board also reviewed a corrective action plan related to federal Title I programs and discussed a partnership with Space Florida to support aerospace education programs. Motions to approve the consent agenda and the Protiviti contract were passed, with one dissenting vote on the latter. Additionally, several administrative appointments were announced for the upcoming school year.