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QACPS Board Report

May 2024 Edition

QACPS BoardReportMay 2024 Edition

Young Author's Spotlight Young Author's Spotlight

The Upper Shore Literacy Council chapter of the State of Maryland Literacy Association congratulates the four winners representing Queen Anne’s County in the 2024 SoMLA Young Authors’ Contest. Each student delivered outstanding knowledge and passion for writing in their poetry and short story submissions that showcase the talent and hard work that Queen Anne’s County Public Schools values. The winners are Emery Reynolds, Henry McCabe, Olive Martin, and Zuzu Kusmider (not pictured).

Energizer Bunny Award - Sponsored By Bayview Financial Energizer Bunny Award - Sponsored By Bayview Financial

Allison Hall won the May Energizer Bunny Award. Way to go, Allison!

Spirit Awards Spirit Awards

Amy Bolin won the first May Spirit Award. Congrats, Amy!

Kara Dziekan won the second May Spirit Award. Way to go, Kara!

Shining Star Awards Shining Star Awards

Kimberly Leavers won the first May Shining Star Award. Congrats, Kim!

Lisa Herckner was recognized as a Shining Star for being named one of three state finalists for the 2024 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching in Maryland.

BOARD INFORMATION ITEMS BOARD INFORMATION ITEMS

Second Read - Policy 102 - Charter Schools
Dr. Kibler presented the second read of Policy 102. The revisions to this proposed Policy will be posted to qacps.org for a minimum of 30 days. Public comment on these proposed revisions should be emailed to kari.denis@qacps.org.
Second Read - Policy 642 - Test Administration & Dissemination of Test Data
Jon Grow presented the second read of Policy 642. The revisions to this proposed Policy will be posted to qacps.org for a minimum of 30 days. Public comment on these proposed revisions should be emailed to kari.denis@qacps.org.
Second Read - Policy 508 - Behavior Threat Assessment
Matt Evans presented the second read of Policy 508. The revisions to this proposed Policy will be posted to qacps.org for a minimum of 30 days. Public comment on these proposed revisions should be emailed to kari.denis@qacps.org.
Second Read - Policy 511 - Student Discipline
Matt Evans presented the second read of Policy 511. The revisions to this proposed Policy will be posted to qacps.org for a minimum of 30 days. Public comment on these proposed revisions should be emailed to kari.denis@qacps.org.
Second Read - Policy 517 - Illness at School
Matt Evans presented the second read of Policy 517. The revisions to this proposed Policy will be posted to qacps.org for a minimum of 30 days. Public comment on these proposed revisions should be emailed to kari.denis@qacps.org.
QACPS Building Use
Sidney Pinder presented the QACPS Building Use presentation to the Board.
Summary Expenditure Report
Dr. Kibler presented the Summary Expenditure Report.
Detail Expenditure Report
Dr. Kibler presented the Detail Expenditure Report.

BOARD ACTION ITEMS BOARD ACTION ITEMS

Fund Balance Requirement Waiver
The Board approved the waiver of the fund balance policy.
Approval - Policy 609 - County Owned Textbooks and Materials
Policy 609 was approved subject to final edits for format and style.
Approval - Policy 618 - Field Trips
Policy 618 was approved subject to final edits for format and style.
Approval - Policy 628 - Overnight Field Trips
Policy 628 was approved subject to final edits for format and style.
Matapeake Middle School - Interior Painting - Bid Award
The Board approved the award of a construction contract to Island Contracting, Inc. to complete the interior painting of Matapeake Middle School. Fiscal Impact: $91,200.00. Budget Source: Local Capital Funds.
Matapeake Elementary School - Vinyl Tile Floor Replacement Bid Award
The Board approved the award of a construction contract to L&R Enterprises, Inc. to complete the vinyl tile floor replacement at Matapeake Elementary School. Fiscal Impact: $183,447.00. Budget Source: Local Capital Funds
QACHS - Stadium Lights Replacement - Contract Award (Materials Only)
The Board approved the contract with Musco Sports Lights, Inc. to provide the materials necessary to replace the stadium lights at Queen Anne's County High School. Fiscal Impact: $237,688.00. Budget Source: Local CIP Funds.

COMMUNITY UPDATES COMMUNITY UPDATES

May Character Counts Newsletter

ArtScene | The Podcast ArtScene | The Podcast

On May 1st, Episode 20 of ArtScene | the Podcast invites listeners on a captivating journey into the world of instrumental music with Centreville Middle School (CMS) Band Director, Heather Fullerton. With a remarkable 25-year legacy in QACPS, Fullerton embodies musical excellence through prestigious roles and dynamic leadership as a conductor, adjudicator, and the newly appointed 2024 Eastern Shore Band Director’s Association President.


Read the full news release on our website here, and tune in to "ArtScene | the Podcast" at https://anchor.fm/artscene. Also available on iTunes, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your favorite podcast.

Purple Star Schools Purple Star Schools

Governor Wes Moore joined MSDE in congratulating Kent Island High School and Queen Anne's County High School on their designation as Purple Star Schools!

Blue Ribbon Schools Blue Ribbon Schools

MSDE recognized Church Hill Elementary School and Matapeake Elementary School for their 2023 National Blue Ribbon School Awards!

Preston Ford Lincoln Donation Preston Ford Lincoln Donation

Thank you so much to the team at Preston Ford Lincoln for their generous tech school donation! As part of a recent campaign, Preston Ford committed to donating $100 to QACPS for every car they sold between March 18 and 23. Their kind contribution is greatly appreciated!

BOE Meeting | 05.01.2024
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2023-2024 School Board Meeting Schedule

2024-2025 School Board Meeting Schedule

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Website: https://www.qacps.org/
Location: 202 Chesterfield Avenue, Centreville, MD, USA
Phone: 410-758-2403
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Twitter: @QACPSMD

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