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- Pinellas County
- 7/15/25
- 07/15/2025
- 87 Minutes
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Overview: The recent Pinellas County School Board meeting centered on financial challenges, particularly a significant freeze of nearly $9 million in federal funds earmarked for various educational programs. This withholding by the U.S. Department of Education has created uncertainty, threatening the district’s operational planning and program funding ahead of the new school year. The board expressed frustration over the timing and lack of clarity on when these funds might be released, as they play a role in maintaining essential educational services.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 6/24/25
- 06/24/2025
- 39 Minutes
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Overview: The Pinellas County School Board meeting addressed budget challenges, including a substantial reduction in state and federal funding and a farewell to longtime Chief Operations Officer Clint Herbick. The board also discussed instructional material purchases, teaching opportunities, and community engagement initiatives.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 6/10/25
- 06/10/2025
- 101 Minutes
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Overview: The Pinellas County School Board meeting held on June 10, 2025, prominently featured the acknowledgment of student achievements in various competitions and a thorough discussion on school safety and compliance with regulations. Among the agenda items, the recognition of state and national award recipients was a highlight, alongside discussions concerning fire safety inspection reports and an apprenticeship training agreement.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 5/27/25
- 05/27/2025
- 60 Minutes
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Overview: The recent Pinellas County School Board meeting spotlighted community concern over the potential removal of Principal Atique from MadiRaa Beach Fundamental School, alongside discussions of district-wide leadership transitions. Public comment was dominated by pleas to retain Principal Atique, with speakers emphasizing his transformative leadership during crises, notably the hurricanes that impacted the school community.
- FL
- Pinellas County
- 5/13/25
- 05/13/2025
- 98 Minutes
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Overview: The Pinellas County School Board meeting on May 13, 2025, emphasized topics, including sustainability efforts, nutrition improvements in school meals, and the approval of a five-year educational plan. The board discussed the implementation of scratch-cooked meals and recognized the importance of energy-efficient building practices, while also addressing teacher compensation and educational achievements.
