School Board Information Workshop Meeting Recap - October 28, 2025.

TOPICS

Florida Educators Health Trust (FEHT) Presentation
Representatives from the Florida Educators Health Trust (FEHT), also referred to as "Fleet," returned to provide a detailed update on the program. The nonprofit health trust was formed by the Florida Association of District School Superintendents to offer member districts greater transparency, autonomy, and cost savings in health insurance. Flagler Schools is currently exploring the potential benefits of joining Fleet, including improved pricing on pharmacy benefit management (PBM), increased transparency through data warehousing, and economies of scale in stop-loss insurance.

Fleet representatives presented potential savings models, highlighted the flexibility of plan participation, and addressed board member questions about drug coverage, specialty pharmacy services, clinic data integration, and administrative transitions. Board members requested a comprehensive side-by-side comparison of current health insurance costs and services versus projected Fleet benefits to inform a future decision.

Annual District School Safety Update
The district’s safety specialist presented recommendations stemming from the required annual school safety assessments. Proposed improvements include vehicle mitigation barriers, enhanced campus signage, camera and communications system upgrades, expanded response training, and consideration of a weapon detection system. The district continues to partner with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office and other local agencies on emergency preparedness and response protocols. Board members expressed interest in enhancing student drug prevention programming in collaboration with School Resource Deputies (SRDs).

INFORMATION

• Reviewed: Imagine Charter School Financials
  The board reviewed Imagine Charter School’s financial reports. Staff noted formatting inconsistencies due to the school’s recent transition to new software. Communication with the school's regional director is ongoing to address data clarity.
   
• Approved: Purchase Orders Over $10,000
  The board reviewed and supported several purchase orders, including:
   
  • BrainPOP and Language Tree educational software
     
  • VMware license renewals
     
  • CTE certifications for ITMS students
     
  • Additional SRD support for high school events
     
  • Hurricane recovery repairs at RES
     
  • Title I proportionate share services for First Baptist Christian Academy
     
• Approved: Vendor Payments
  Board members reviewed payments to vendors, including the Flagler County Education Foundation and security equipment for fleet vehicles. Clarifications were provided regarding CTE reimbursements and software licensing.
   
• Approved: Deletion of Inventory
  The board approved the removal of outdated or damaged equipment.
   
• Reviewed: Budget Amendments and Financial Statements
  Finance staff presented current financial reports and budget amendments. Minor corrections will be made to reflect accurate classifications of class size funding.
   
• Reviewed: Instructional Materials Adoption Update (ELA)
  Academic Services presented final recommendations for core English Language Arts (ELA) instructional materials. After a robust review process including teacher and parent input, the committee recommended:
   
  • K–5: HMH Into Reading
     
  • 6–12: McGraw Hill StudySync
    Board approval is scheduled for October 28, followed by a 30-day public contest period.
     
• Approved: 2026 Ocean Center Graduation Agreement
  The board approved the agreement to hold high school graduations at the Ocean Center on Sunday, May 31, 2026. The arena fee increased from $4,000 to $5,000.
   
• Reviewed: Student Progression Plan
  Staff reviewed clarifications related to grade placement for transfer students and partial enrollment options. Adjustments were made to align with updated scholarship procedures.
   
• Approved: School Improvement Plans (SIP)
  The board reviewed 2025–26 School Improvement Plans for all district and charter schools. Imagine School leadership is receiving support from the Bureau of School Improvement to help improve academic performance.
   
• Approved: Amendment to Dual Enrollment Agreement
  An amendment to the dual enrollment agreement with Daytona State College was approved to align transportation responsibilities with House Bill 1105.
   
• Approved: Cambridge International Education Agreement
  The renewal of the ACE program agreement at MHS was approved. Strong student participation continues, with 746 students enrolled across 24 offerings.
   
• Reviewed: Student Teacher Affiliation Agreement
  The district reviewed the updated student teacher agreement with the University of West Florida, with final approval scheduled for a future meeting.
   
• Reviewed: Personnel Updates
  The board previewed the upcoming personnel docket.
   
• Approved: Amendment to Interlocal Agreement for Facility Planning
  The board approved a shift from annual to biennial student generation rate studies, a cost-saving measure that aligns with regional practices.
   
• Approved: Proportionate Share Agreement for New Development
  The board approved a proportionate share mitigation agreement for the Legends at Palm Coast, an apartment development projected to generate 18 students across three schools.
   
• Approved: Request to Advertise Banking & P-Card RFP
  Staff received board permission to advertise a new Request for Proposals (RFP) for banking and purchasing card services.
   

BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS

Focus on Fiscal and Health Plan Transparency
Board members emphasized the importance of understanding cost-benefit impacts of potential partnerships like Fleet, ensuring any changes enhance employee services and support long-term sustainability. Several expressed interest in data-driven comparisons to inform decisions on insurance, curriculum, and budgeting.

Student and Community Well-being
Discussions included a focus on preventive programming related to student wellness, school security, and extracurricular supports. Members reiterated their commitment to high academic standards and student safety.

SUPERINTENDENT COMMENTS

Strategic Planning in HR, Safety, and Curriculum
Superintendent Moore thanked the Insurance Committee members for attending the workshop and emphasized continued collaboration around employee benefits. She highlighted progress in aligning curriculum adoption timelines and professional development and shared appreciation for ongoing safety partnerships with local law enforcement. Superintendent Moore confirmed that staff would prepare additional comparisons for Fleet and explore adjusting timelines for related updates.

Next School Board Meetings:
Business Meeting – Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. – Government Services Building, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell, FL 32110
Workshop – Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. – Government Services Building, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell, FL 32110