Caroline County School Board Meeting June 8th 2026

The Caroline County Public Schools Board held a meeting on June 8, 2026, focusing on various educational and operational topics. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of multiple federal grant applications for the 2026-2027 school year, specifically Title I, Title II, Title III, and Title IV grants, which support instructional programs, teacher training, English learner instruction, and technology improvements. The board also discussed budgetary matters, including a detailed review of per pupil expenditures, funding streams, and the impact of federal ESSER funds expiring. Financial updates highlighted revenues and expenditures for May FY26, with ongoing coordination with auditors and concerns about budget reconciliation and the state budget approval timeline. Additionally, the board approved the reinstitution of the valedictorian and salutatorian recognition policy, with plans to develop a formal policy framework. Personnel policy updates were presented, including a proposed paid parental leave benefit and adjustments to annual leave accruals to support recruitment and retention. The meeting also addressed student code of conduct revisions and discussed enrollment trends, including a notable increase in homeschooling. Several motions related to grant approvals and policy adoptions were passed unanimously. Public comments emphasized concerns about budget management, academic recognition, and school capacity issues.