Policy Review Committee Meeting, September 9, 2026

The Policy Review Committee of VBSchools convened on September 9, 2026, to discuss multiple policy updates and reviews primarily related to employee associations, payroll deductions, student discipline, medication administration, and school calendar policies. Key procurement-related discussions included the administration of payroll deductions for employee association dues, clarifications on leave requests for employee association business, and the review of policies to ensure compliance with Virginia state laws. The committee also addressed the need for policy amendments to accommodate new state laws on student self-administration of medications such as seizure rescue medication, asthma inhalers, and diabetes management supplies. Additionally, the committee discussed the timing and process for potential policy changes regarding school calendar hours (990 hours vs. 180 days) to align with state requirements, emphasizing the need for expedited review to meet school board deadlines. Several motions were made to forward updated policies to the full school board, and the committee scheduled its next meeting for October 14, 2026, to continue policy considerations. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the meeting included important policy decisions that could impact future procurement and operational procedures within the school division.