Here are highlights from the May 12 meeting of the School Board. Full presentations and a video of the meeting are available on BoardDocs.
Work session presentations
Awards and recognitions
Olivia Steeves of Clover Hill High was recognized for winning the Rule of Law essay contest.
The School Board recognized Swift Creek Middle’s art exhibit at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden; Bird High and James River High for winning state championships in speech; and schools that achieved designation at Heart Safe Schools through Project ADAM.
Recognizing staff members
The board recognized retiring principals Matt Maher, Karyn Andersen and Julie Buntich.
The board recognized Beginning Teachers of the Year and the School Nurse of the Year.
The board thanked Virginia Credit Union and Carter Myers Automotive by adding them to the VSBA Business Honor Roll.
These bus drivers were recognized for outstanding service:
These food service employees were recognized for outstanding service.
Board actions
The consent agenda was approved after the 2026-27 employee appointment list memo was removed, then passed in a separate vote. Consent agenda memos included:
The board adopted the FY 2027 financial plan and 2027-31 capital improvement plan.
The board selected West Ridge High School as the name of the new west area high school, which is scheduled to open in August 2027.
The board approved a memo related to funding for fields at Falling Creek Middle.
Superintendent’s report
The superintendent’s report included a meaningful moments video about how families can help students continue to learn during summer vacation; information about high school graduations and end-of-year celebrations for Project SEARCH and the Chesterfield Recovery Academy; and reviewed Teacher Appreciation Week joys. He also praised the work of the human resources department regarding hiring and retention rates.
Items for review
At each meeting, a number of items are shared with the School Board for review and for public consumption. These do not require action on the board’s part. This month’s packet included:
Magisterial district improvement funds FY 2026
March 2026 budget change request summary across categories
Board committee reports
March 2026 prekindergarten update