- There were many fond remembrances for Mike Lunsford. I couldn't do better than the words I had already written, so I left it alone.
- There were many congratulations for David Spage. I don't like to give personal congratulations on promotions from the role of employer. Seems to me that a promotion is a challenge, not a reward. I expressed confidence in Mr. Spage's ability to take on his new role, and regret that he won't be at the helm of PFHS anymore.
- AYP numbers for last year will be released for all schools across the state on Thursday. The School Board will get a sneak preview of Loudoun's numbers tomorrow.
- The Board adopted a revised Policy 2-3, Code of Ethics. In addition to some new language, it is now titled Code of Conduct. I voted no. The word "Ethics" belongs in our policies.
- The Board adopted a revised Policy 8-15, Admission Requirements. Changes are minor.
- The Board reviewed a number of Curriculum-related policies with either no changes or minor changes as part of its ongoing policy review process. They will most likely be adopted at our next meeting. I have particular concerns about 5-9, which allows schools to sell workbooks, writing books and drawing books to students at a seven-percent retail markup. This is a recitation of existing state law. Mrs. Ackerman says this is not in practice at LCPS, the community would want for it to be in practice, so it shouldn't be in the policy.
- The Board reviewed proposed FY11 budget meeting calendars. While public input on the budget is encouraged year-round, public input on the budget is scheduled for October 13th, far ahead of the Superintendent making his recommendation to the Board. Almost nobody ever shows up for this hearing. I'll post a reminder for it a week in advance.
- The Board reviewed a number of Personnel policies with no proposed changes as part of its ongoing policy review process.
The next Board meeting is scheduled for September 8th, the first day of school.
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