Dorchester County Public School’s Board meeting commenced in executive session at 5 p.m., discussing personnel, legal matters, negotiations, and administrative functions. The public meeting followed at 6 p.m., initiated by Board President Susan Morgan.
Middle School STEM Festival winners were recognized, and grants to enhance safety measures on DCPS school buses were acknowledged. The Maryland Coalition of Families representative introduced a plethora of family support programs available to students and teachers alike.
Student board members from three schools reported their activities, presented their successors for the 2023-2024 school year, and received appreciation from the Board.
The public comment session showcased diverse concerns and complaints. Multiple speakers referenced allegations of retaliation by DCPS after reporting potentially dangerous situations or inappropriate conduct. Another speaker addressed issues surrounding student suspension procedures. Two speakers, school bus contractors, aired grievances regarding funding, reimbursement rates, and issues with reserved spaces for buses.
The Board passed numerous actions, including personnel nominations, meeting schedule revisions, the Virtual Day Instructional plan, and multiple purchases and contracts. A decision on purchasing new Dell laptops was deferred pending additional information.
The Board received informational items, such as the Maryland Pupil Personnel Month Proclamation, Maryland School Nurses Day Proclamation, and several reports on appropriations, expenditures, and capital projects.
The Board and Superintendent expressed gratitude to student board members, staff, and the public for their involvement. They also drew attention to awards and recognitions received by various individuals. Superintendent encouraged public input on the Master Planning and Feasibility Process via the DCPS website.
The public meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m., reverting to the closed executive session, which concluded at 10 p.m. The Board calendar showcased several upcoming events, from appreciation weeks and graduations to the annual Eastern Shore Superintendents and Board Members Education Conference.
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