1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Type
Procedural

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5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
 

We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.

*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy

We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways

We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources

We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities

We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Closing the GAP, Increasing Resources, Program Evaluation, Early Learning/Literacy, Zoning, School Choice/Open Enrollment, Accountability, Disproportionate populations, Technology, College and Career Readiness

 

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Board and Division Priorities:

 

1. Ensure full accreditation
2. Increase academic achievement of all students – raise floor and ceiling simultaneously to close achievement gaps
3. Improve climate, safety and attendance
4. Become a School Board of Distinction
5. Promote Norfolk Public Schools to reflect outstanding accomplishments of staff, teachers and students
6. Develop and coordinate a capital improvement plan for facilities and technology to enhance teaching and learning
7. Attract, retain, and help to develop strong academic families and highly qualified teachers and staff

 

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NOTE:

  • 100% IDENTIFICATION VERIFICATION IS IN FORCE...Please remember to bring proper identification (PICTURE ID) to enter the School Administration Building.
  • The Central Administration Building and all Norfolk Public School facilities are NO SMOKING zones.

 

File Attachments
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Subject
2.01 Superintendent Report
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Type

File Attachments
BOARD_SY 2015-2016 Accreditation Update (110216).pdf (594 KB)
Subject
2.02 Matters of the Board
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Type

File Attachments
Subject
2.03 Motion to Enter Into Closed Executive Session (vote required)
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
Move that the members of the School Board, the Superintendent and Counsel go into a closed session for the purposes which are set out in subsection (A) of section 2.2-3711 of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, as amended for:
(a) Discussion or consideration of prospective candidates for employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific officers, appointees, or employees of the Norfolk Public Schools including consideration of the personnel docket of this date.
(b) Discussion or consideration of disciplinary matters concerning students in Norfolk Public Schools, including the pupil personnel docket of this date.
(c) Consultation with legal counsel and briefings by staff members, consultants, or attorneys, pertaining to actual or probable litigation, or other specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, including discussion of any legal issues related to (a) and (b) above.
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
3. Closed Executive Session and Resolution -- 5:45 PM
Subject
3.01 Personnel Matters
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
3. Closed Executive Session and Resolution -- 5:45 PM
Type
Discussion, Report
File Attachments
Subject
3.02 Student Support Matters
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
3. Closed Executive Session and Resolution -- 5:45 PM
Type
Discussion, Report
File Attachments
Subject
3.03 Legal Matters
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
3. Closed Executive Session and Resolution -- 5:45 PM
Type
Information, Discussion
File Attachments
Subject
3.04 Resolution Certifying an Executive Closed Session (vote required)
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
3. Closed Executive Session and Resolution -- 5:45 PM
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING AN EXECUTIVE MEETING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF THE CITY OF NORFOLK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE VIRGINIA FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
WHEREAS, the School Board of the City of Norfolk has convened a closed meeting on this date pursuant to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance with the provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by the School Board of the City of Norfolk that such closed meeting was conducted in conformity with Virginia law;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the School Board of the City of Norfolk hereby certifies that, to the best of each member's knowledge, (i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the executive meeting to which this certification resolution applies, and (ii) only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening the executive meeting were heard, discussed, or considered by the School Board of the City of Norfolk.
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING AN EXECUTIVE MEETING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF THE CITY OF NORFOLK IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE VIRGINIA FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
WHEREAS, the School Board of the City of Norfolk has convened a closed meeting on this date pursuant to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance with the provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by the School Board of the City of Norfolk that such closed meeting was conducted in conformity with Virginia law;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the School Board of the City of Norfolk hereby certifies that, to the best of each member's knowledge, (i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the executive meeting to which this certification resolution applies, and (ii) only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening the executive meeting were heard, discussed, or considered by the School Board of the City of Norfolk.

Motion by Edward K Haywood, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Not Present at Vote: Noelle M Gabriel
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Subject
4.01 Call to Order and Welcome
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
4.02 Presentation of Colors and the Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Type
Procedural

PRESENTATION OF COLORS

File Attachments
Subject
4.03 Public Hearing (Fiscal Year 2018 Budget)
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Type
File Attachments
Subject
4.04 Superintendent's Report
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Type
Information

File Attachments
Subject
4.05 WHRO Annual Impact Statement
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Type
File Attachments
BOARD_2015-2016 WHRO Annual Impact Statement.pdf (287 KB)
Subject
4.06 Introduction of New Administrators and Promotions
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Type
Information, Procedural

ELECTIONS

  1. Dr. Tressa Aulenbach – Education Research and Data Coordinator, Dept. of ARA
  2. Mr. Russell Chandler – Research and Data Coordinator, Dept. of ARA

PROMOTIONS

  1. Dr. Karren Bailey -- promoted from Executive Director, Accountability, Research and Assessment to Chief Accountability and Information Officer

  2. Ms. Shelia Saunders – promoted from Assistant Principal at Sewells Point Elementary to Assistant Principal at Blair Middle

  3. Ms. Darlene Flora -- promoted from Teacher Specialist, Learning Support to Assistant Principal at Sewells Point Elementary

  4. Mr. Gerhard Hartl -- promoted from Admin Network Services Engineer to Senior Director of Information Technology

  5. Ms. Kathleen Wright – promoted from Teacher at Lake Taylor Middle to Assistant Principal at Ruffner Middle
File Attachments
BOARD_Introduction of New Administrators-Promotions (110216).pdf (133 KB)
Subject
4.07 Citizen Comment on Agenda and Non-agenda Items
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
4. Public Hearing and Business Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Type
Information

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SPEAK AT THE NEXT SCHOOL BOARD MEETING?

 

Citizens and delegations are welcome to speak at each regular School Board meeting and public hearing. Remarks are limited to three minutes per person. Requests to address the Board may be made by signing up to speak at the meeting. A sign-up sheet will be available in the Board room by the entryway, or you may contact the Clerk of the Board for further assistance at (757) 628-3994 or schoolboardclerk@npsk12.com.

 

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PROCEDURES TO ADDRESS THE SCHOOL BOARD

 

When your name is called, please follow these steps:

  1. Come forward to the speaker’s podium.  The podium may be adjusted to suit your height.
  2. State your name and whether you have a child in Norfolk Public Schools or if you are employed by the system.
  3. State your position and give facts and other relevant data.
  4. If you represent a group or organization, ask the others to rise and be recognized.
  5. Please give any written statements or supporting materials to the Clerk for the record.

Speakers are limited to one appearance of three (3) minutes.  When the Clerk signals that your time is up, please quickly end your comments and be seated.  The School Board does not respond to citizen remarks at the time they are given.
 

File Attachments
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Subject
5.01 Personnel Report
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent), Report
File Attachments
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Subject
5.02 Student Support Services Report
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent), Report
File Attachments
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Subject
5.03 Approval of the September 14, 2016 Work Session Minutes
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent), Minutes
Minutes
View Minutes for Sep 14, 2016 - School Board Work Session
File Attachments
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Subject
5.04 Approval of the October 19, 2016 Business Meeting Minutes
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent), Minutes
Minutes
View Minutes for Oct 19, 2016 - School Board Business Meeting
File Attachments
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Subject
5.05 Approval of the October 26, 2016 Student Appeal Hearing Minutes
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent), Minutes
Minutes
View Minutes for Oct 26, 2016 - School Board Student Appeal Hearing
File Attachments
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Subject
5.06 Bills and Payroll Report
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent), Report
File Attachments
BOARD_November 2016 Bills and Payroll Report.pdf (108 KB)
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Subject
5.07 Use of School Facilities Report
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent), Report
File Attachments
BOARD_November 2016 Use of Facilities Report.pdf (141 KB)
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
Subject
5.08 Approval of Superintendent Authorized Designees
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent)
File Attachments
BOARD_2016-2017 Superintendent Authorized Designees (110216).pdf (87 KB)
Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules of Order (newly revised 11th edition), provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the Consent Agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
Move to approve the Consent Agenda as presented on the date of this docket.

Motion by Tanya K Bhasin, second by Brad N Robinson.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Tanya K Bhasin, Courtney R Doyle, Noelle M Gabriel, Edward K Haywood, Brad N Robinson, Rodney A Jordan
6. Decision/Discussion Agenda
Subject
6.01 Monthly Financial Report (vote required)
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
6. Decision/Discussion Agenda
Type
Action, Report
File Attachments
BOARD_November 2016 Financials Report.pdf (465 KB)
Subject
6.02 Board Reports
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
6. Decision/Discussion Agenda
Type
Report

REPORT ACCESS

  1. go to the LIBRARY tab
  2. select GENERAL
  3. select BOARD REPORTS

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REPORTS RECEIVED

File Attachments
BOARD_2016-2017 Legislative Agenda (110216).pdf (103 KB)
7. Adjournment
Subject
7.01 Meeting Adjourned
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
7. Adjournment
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
7.02 Closed Executive Session (if needed)
Meeting
Nov 2, 2016 - School Board Work Session, Public Hearing (FY 2018 Budget), Business Meeting
Category
7. Adjournment
Type
Information, Discussion
File Attachments