001Good evening. I call to the order of your County regular school board meeting for June 8th 2026 Welcome to the final school board meeting of the 2526 school year as we close another successful year We want to take a moment to recognize and congratulate our students staff families and community members for their dedication perseverance and accomplishments The end of school year is always a time for reflection and there is much to celebrate across our division To our teachers, administrators, support staff, and all employees, thank you for the countless ways you have supported our students in school throughout the year. Your commitment and hard work make a lasting difference every day. To our students, congratulations on another year of learning, growth, and achievement. We are proud of all of you and everything that you accomplished and
002the resilience you have shown along the way. And to the class of 2026, congratulations on reaching this significant milestone. We celebrate your achievements and wish you success as you begin the next chapter of your journey. We are confident that you will continue to make a positive impact wherever you are and wherever your future takes you. I would now like to share the YCSD mission statement. The mission of York County School Division is to ensure every student is valued, supported, and challenged through a learning experience which prepared them for a successful future. At this time, I'll ask Dr. Carroll to share our special recommendations for this evening. Thank you, Mr. Pivich. Yes, we have two student groups that we want to recognize tonight. First of all, will the members of the THS, the Tabb High School
003Kid Wind team, please stand up. This group, the TAB High School Kid Win Team, known as the THS Windbreakers, recently earned the title of World Champions at the World Kid Win Challenge, an international STEM competition that brings together some of the brightest young engineering minds from around the globe. Team members Megan Wei, Eddie Zhu, Neil Darney, Hongli Su. Brett Zow, Sandeep Valasunder, and Heet Patel designed, built, and tested wind turbines while competing in rigorous engineering design, wind tunnel performance, data analysis, and presentation challenges. Through their creativity, technical expertise, and outstanding teamwork, they rose above an impressive field of international competitors to claim this championship title. How about a round of applause? This remarkable achievement reflects not only their dedication and talent but also the strength of STEM education in our schools and the promise of
004the next generation of innovators and problem solvers. Their work in renewable energy demonstrates the power of curiosity, collaboration, and perseverance in addressing real-world challenges. So once again, please join me in congratulating the THS Windbreakers on this extraordinary accomplishment and for representing TAB High School, York County School Division. and our community with excellence determination and pride all right and then the second group is skills usa champions so tonight we're pleased to recognize several outstanding students who also attend new horizons regional education center they recently earned top honors through the skills usa one of the nation's premier career technical education organizations SkillsUSA serves students in both secondary and post-secondary career and technical education programs, helping them develop the technical leadership and workplace skills needed for success in high-demand careers. As members of SkillsUSA, New Horizons students have
005the opportunity to compete against some of the best career and technical education students across the Commonwealth and the nation. Each year, SkillsUSA hosts state-level competitions that challenge students to demonstrate their technical expertise, professionalism, problem-solving abilities, and industry-specific skills. Earning a first-place finish at the state level is a significant accomplishment and reflects countless hours of preparation, dedication, and hard work. At this time, I'd like to recognize several students who captured first place honors in their respective competitions. And when I call your name, please stand and remain standing. So first is William Muller of Brewton High School, who earned first place in welding fabrication. Terrence Newsome of Tab High, who earned first place as a member of the unmanned commercial drones team. Jayden Thomas. From York River Academy, who earned first place as a member of the
006Unmanned Commercial Drones Team. And Grayson Kelly of York High, who earned first place in Marine Service Technology. These students have demonstrated exceptional technical skill, commitment to excellence, and a strong dedication to their chosen career pathways. Their achievements reflect not only their individual talents, but also the outstanding instruction and opportunities provided through New Horizons. Please join me once again in congratulating these students on their remarkable accomplishments and for representing their schools, New Horizons, and our community with excellence and pride. Well, congratulations to all of you. We're going to take a short break to individually congratulate you and take pictures with you. Welcome back. We don't have any presentations for tonight, and we're going to move on to the financial matters, and I will ask Ms. Goodwin to discuss financial matters with us. Okay. So we had
007some significant expenditures for May and these are instructional related expenditures that totaled approximately $957,295 and included payments to some areas such as Plan B Academy for $104,085 and this is for CSA tuition. New Horizons for $100,000 for tuition for special education students. We had another significant expenditure, SCH Varsity Acquisition Sub LLC, which is for our Children's Services Act tuition for YCSD students, and the Faison Center for $75,500, which is CSA tuition, and these are some of the more elevated expenses. Payments for technology related items totaled approximately $528,500 and included payments to CWG LLC for $480,800. And this was for our Lenovo one-to-one testing devices, Chromebooks, VV Software, Renewal Project, or excuse me, projectors and mounts. Payments for administration total approximately $53,250 and include payments to A couple of the big ones, Dominion Energy for $110,450,
008and this is for our division-wide utility services for April, and Riverside Hospital for $75,000, and these are athletic trainer services. We also had payments related to school nutrition, which totaled approximately $541,500, and include payments to, most of that money was for Sodexo. $497,000 for food service operations. We had payments related to CIP projects that totaled approximately $521,600 and include payments to HBA architecture and interior design for $145,100. And this was for our division-wide facility study. Musco Sports Lighting for $328,000 for lighting for the TAB high fields. Some of the significant changes relating to the operating budget State revenue from May 2026 is approximately 9.4 million higher than in May 2025 This increase is primarily driven by higher student enrollment additional special education funding and expanded funding for support positions Total operating expenditures for May 2026
009is approximately $5.6 million higher than May 2025. This is reflective of the 3.5% salary increase for the year, an increase in health premiums, and additional positions added in FY26 due to SOQ mandates and the increase in enrollment. For revenue and expenditures, there are no significant changes in revenue or expenditures in the school nutrition budget. Consideration of approval of resolution 26-34 requires the board's approval authorizing procurements of more than 100,000 and change orders greater than 50,000. There are three items on the resolution for FY27 totaling 344,000, the details of which can be viewed on board docs. Mr. Chairman, I now move to approve financial matters as listed. I'll second. All right. Is there any discussions or questions? I hear none. Ms. Gray? A motion was made by Mrs. Goodwin and seconded by Mr. Richardson to approve
010financial matters as listed. Mr. Richardson? Yes. Mr. Schaffer? Yes. Mrs. Fairman? Yes. Mrs. Goodwin? Yes. Mr. Pijovic? Yes. The motion passed 5-0. Thank you, Ms. Gray. On consent calendar, we have presented for approval personal actions, minutes of previous meetings, approval of donations, approval resolution of 26-37, several grants. We have approval of deed of easement for installation and extension of the water main, approval of 26-27 board meeting calendar. approval of meal prices for school year 26-27, approval to authorize the division superintendent to donate the depreciated CPUs from ICE stations to a program called Tech for Troops, and motion to authorize the division superintendent to execute the 17th annual addendum to the facility operating agreement between the school board and the Boys and Girls Club. Also, authorization for superintendent to execute amendment number three. to the food
011service agreement between County School Board of York and the SEDESCO. Mr. Chair, I move the consideration of approval of the consent calendar as you listed. I'll second. Thank you. Ms. Gray? Actually, do we have any questions? Ms. Gray? A motion was made by Mr. Richardson and seconded by Mr. Schaefer to approve the consent calendar as listed. Mrs. Goodwin? Yes. Mrs. Fairman? Yes. Mr. Schaefer? Yes. Mr. Richardson? Yes. Mr. Povich? Yes. The motion passed 5-0. Thank you, Ms. Gray. Under action items, we have consideration of approval of Resolution 26-38, which is a resolution amending the FY26 and FY27 operating budget. Can I please have a motion and second? I would go ahead and make a motion to amend the operating budget. I'll second. Any discussion the only comments that I would say is I still am
012NOT in support of all of the Chromebook costs and and everything with that that we need to come off of the the one-to-one as Well as I'm still waiting for the return on investments for a lot of the digital Platforms and things that are part of the budget is great. Can we have? A motion was made by Mrs. Goodwin and seconded by Mr. Richardson to approve resolution 28-38, a resolution amending the FY26E and FY27 operating budget. Mr. Richardson? Was that resolution 26-38? 38. Yes. Mrs. Fairman? No. Mr. Schaefer? Yes. Mrs. Goodwin? Yes. Mr. Paivich? Yes. Motion passed 4-1. Thank you, Ms. Craig. We don't have any policy discussions at this time. We're second reading. And we're gonna move to the report by Superintendent, Dr. Carroll. All right, thank you, Mr. Pajovic. Well, here we are.
013We've reached the end. I see the light at the end of the tunnel. A day and a half left, and it is graduation week, so I want to congratulate all of our graduates that'll be crossing the stage and seeing us over these next three nights. I also want to give you the highlights of a summary report of my entry. uh into uh this position it's been i think it's about 80 80 days now since i've taken on the position of superintendent so i just want to hit some of the highlights of as i've been on the in the entry process i've had the opportunity to meet with staff families school leaders support employees and community partners across the division through these meetings school visits operational reviews and individual conversations clear confirmation for mostly what I
014already knew has emerged as the fact that we have a school division with strong traditions dedicated employees and a shared commitment to student success Across those stakeholder groups, there is deep pride in the quality of our schools and broad confidence in the people who serve our students every day. And at the same time, staff recognizes a desire to continue strengthening opportunities for students, investing in staff, improving systems, and ensuring that our resources remain aligned with the work that matters most. Four themes represent the most consistent needs and opportunities identified during this entry process and will serve as initial priorities for me moving forward. Number one, expand student access to career and technical education, which we saw a great example of tonight, and dual enrollment programs. Efforts are already underway to explore how we can expand
015access to career and technical education programming. Students and families increasingly seek learning experiences that connect classroom instruction to future careers, industry credentials, and workforce readiness. Staff and community partners highlighted the value of providing students with meaningful pathways tied to both college and career success. Likewise, increasing access to college-level coursework, one of the clearest opportunities to support students, remains an important strategy for promoting academic rigor, affordability for families with higher costs of higher education, and post-secondary preparedness. The second theme is building greater capacity for high quality professional learning for all of our employees. A consistent theme throughout the process was the need to strengthen professional learning systems for both our licensed and our non-licensed staff. Employees value professional growth opportunities are seeking a training that is relevant, practical, timely, and aligned to their responsibilities. This includes
016continued support for instructional practice, leadership development, operations, customer service, safety, technology integration, and job-specific skill development across all departments. Investing in professional learning for all employees reinforces the division's belief that effective onboarding and continuous improvement is everyone's work and that every employee contributes directly to student success. The third theme was establishing a continuous review process for business operations and organizational effectiveness. As the division plans for the future, stakeholders identified the importance of intentionally reviewing internal systems and business processes to ensure efficiency, responsiveness, and alignment with division priorities. There is value in exploring opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce duplication, clarify responsibilities, and identify work that may no longer require continuation in its current form. The purpose of this work is not simply reduction, it is alignment. By regularly examining how work is done, the division can
017better direct time, talent, and resources toward its highest priorities while reducing barriers for our staff. And the fourth theme, continue building staff capacity and the effective use of artificial intelligence. Stakeholders also recognize both the growing influence of artificial intelligence and the need for continued guidance in its responsible use. Artificial intelligence tools are already shaping communication, instructional planning, operations, research, and productivity all over the nation. And the division must keep... working on professional learning that helps employees appropriately harness the potential of these tools while maintaining sound judgment, privacy protections, ethical use, and alignment with educational goals. And the focus moving forward should remain practical and balanced. Helping staff understand where AI can increase efficiency and creativity while reinforcing the professional expertise, relationships, and human decision-making remains central to our work. So moving forward, these priorities reflect
018both the strengths of the division and the opportunities stakeholders believe will have the greatest impact moving forward. While each area is distinct, they are connected by a common commitment. improving outcomes for our students through intentional investment in people programs and systems and that continued that concludes the superintendent's report and I look forward to the end of the year and thank the board for all of their work this year so thank you very much thank you Dr. Carroll This concludes our portion of our meeting. Thank you all for being here this evening. Well, we have some closed sessions coming up. So can I have please ask for a member to fix the closed session? I got you. I move that the York County School Board meet in closed session in pursuant to Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711A1
019of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act for the discussion and consideration of personnel matters relating to the contracts of specific employees. As the matters addressed in closed session are confidential, no minutes or recordings are permitted. Second. Ms. Gray? A motion was made by Mr. Schaefer and seconded by Mr. Richardson to move, sorry, to approve the York County School Board to meet in closed session as stated. Mrs. Fairman? Yes. Mrs. Goodwin? Yes. Mr. Schaefer? Yes. Mr. Richardson? Yes. And Mr. Pivitch? Yes. We are in closed session. Motion passed 5-0. We are in closed session.