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Boyd said the OpenGate product appeared promising in a virtual demonstration: unlike a previously considered vendor that required a multi-year lease at a high price point, the OpenGate system can be purchased outright and — based on preliminary numbers discussed in the demo — could allow the division to outfit multiple schools at a cost roughly comparable to the purchase price of a single unit from the prior vendor. He described features including an app that connects to the system, adjustable frequency settings to detect different-sized metal items (from weapons to smaller items such as vaping devices), and the vendor's claim that the system can allow passage of backpacks and purses without slowing entry.

Board members asked whether the system could be available before the next school year; Boyd said the vendor cited a roughly two- to three-week turnaround for units.

No formal procurement decisions were made at the meeting. The superintendent said staff will continue discussions with the company and refine cost estimates and implementation plans for board consideration.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","April 22nd 2025 King George School Board Regular Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Superintendent Boyd reported on discussions with a vendor, OpenGate (CEIA Security), that offers a purchasable weapon-detection system; the district is exploring the product as a lower-cost alternative to previously reviewed systems and discussed potential timelines and capabilities.","taxTitle","KING GEORGE CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia","taxId",54728,"location","Virginia","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6264281,"School board approves Special Education Annual Plan; SEAC reports on resource fair and outreach",1136,2254000,3390000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3098044-d0450835f6ed52692a6e996600178c35&start=2254&end=3390","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3098044-d0450835f6ed52692a6e996600178c35/thumbnail_2254000.jpg","/articles/6264281/Virginia/School-board-approves-Special-Education-Annual-Plan-SEAC-reports-on-resource-fair-and-outreach","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6264281-be68ab1fbbdca554de6271e931ed3353/orig.mp4?Expires=1775282737&Signature=mqtIp-Vyd48KrUvZcVu6lPEerwg8oEvEP8-iOEsaWubcX6jknblcOi9PhtrEkscNFJvGZPv7JLFMgsR6jB1eZm0q9oGHkkrwCb0hAWxhhTDP7CxQWRDjwEKgiGY2aEfh5t~-V5x7bbEEs21fQjf6wOFdX-GWhTbReQ8MG9P-48m7oy6CsAF4Plx0l2wcyUi4ab-yXBqkcVtkG00lvEAA-6BeZaxiuAjarLD9Fm8bprpiP5F8AMox2B-jnoKAyatTq4vkGQeXA7wliZjVppOZG9MLpFKByxdhXjPUX1s1DVXFk~XM7sXYGTtv2jJSIUcU5XRyVoYTghYtkXw8rN-5-A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The King George County School Board approved the Local Special Education Annual Plan (Part B) and associated flow-through funding for the 2025–26 school year following a presentation by Doctor Howard, supervisor of special services.

Doctor Howard told the board the plan was reviewed by the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and outlined two funding pots: the 611 fund for K–12 special education staffing, professional development and purchased services, and the 619 fund for early childhood special education. He detailed three statutory or regulatory elements: maintenance of effort (MOE), coordinated early intervention services and a proportionate set-aside (PSA) for students who are homeschooled but receive services. Based on the division’s December 1 count, the presentation projected approximately $1,049,971.90 in the primary fund and $22,116 in the 619/early-childhood pot; the proportionate set-aside was discussed at about $7,038 to cover services to homeschooled students with service plans.

Doctor Howard also summarized SEAC activities: the committee meets at least four times a year (as required), currently has roughly 10–15 regular participants, and organizes a family resource fair that brought 10–30 vendors in past years. This year’s event had fewer attendees after a date change; committee leaders are considering whether to move to a biannual schedule. SEAC’s next meeting is May 7 to review the year’s work and discuss officer elections.

Board members asked clarifying questions about the state requirements and services for homeschooled students; Doctor Howard confirmed the division offers service plans (occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech/language) to homeschooled students who request them.

The board made a motion to approve the annual plan and application and adopted it by voice vote. Doctor Howard will submit the plan to the state per the normal schedule.

Why it matters: The annual plan governs significant special education funding that supplements the local budget, ensures compliance with state requirements and clarifies services available to families, including homeschooled students with service plans.","The board approved the Local Special Education Annual Plan (Part B); the Special Education Advisory Committee reported on a family resource fair and committee activities.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6264285,"Student-to-Student club, Anchored for Life program seek to support military-connected students",1060,1121000,2181000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3098044-d0450835f6ed52692a6e996600178c35&start=1121&end=2181","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3098044-d0450835f6ed52692a6e996600178c35/thumbnail_1121000.jpg","/articles/6264285/Virginia/Student-to-Student-club-Anchored-for-Life-program-seek-to-support-military-connected-students","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6264285-84db051d7155d16e13e410739757b997/orig.mp4?Expires=1775282737&Signature=ROoN4R6Mp-i9CITQCYOCy9SKpVHw8txSS3Jf7HHT2id1rDzyF5hHbGuI~6c3Caqkk5hkxwsIpwZ41EuraWWnJve3oc82ggdBPZjpN96DghME9jU~-PCXmiP5ndNP-x2PmEfBziUxEmvdCnaPec2nA458AuB-GCnOi0n~o8ef8IqdfPkpSZf477rjJWjFXX8e8pA~kmKjpo-R5i6D~18tKkk8u5IwRAdfcoX5WWrC90~myYCdKsGsgIoX3-~-SeSnXgAOstaPIIQ2AFeqtytZzHMGPhuONM2mMEhGgYabd3F4L-jCfK6TEBMg1xmkuy~kMiJL3I8nDwf5hzOEzY9T1Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","School staff and a student leader described two peer-support programs the division uses to help military-connected and transitioning students acclimate to new schools.

A presenter described Student-to-Student (S2S), a club at King George High School that has operated in the division for more than 15 years under the Military Child Education Coalition. The club pairs returning students with newcomers, provides school tours and runs meetings with food to help students form social connections. The presenter said S2S runs student-led activities and has organized events such as care-package drives for deployed service members.

The presenter also described Anchored for Life, a Navy-contracted peer-to-peer resiliency program for elementary students that provides training and a suite of materials (\"welcome kit,\" deployment and going-away kits) and ongoing contractor support. Potomac Elementary School is implementing Anchored for Life; other schools attended information sessions and may adopt the program pending administrative decisions. The presenter explained King George County is classified as a tier 2 site for the contract (fewer than 10% active-duty-connected students), which affects how the Navy contract allocates adult training and support.

Student leader Zoe Bowman, identified as S2S president at King George High School, said the club gives new students tours, monthly meetings and meals to help incoming military children make friends and find peer support.

Board members asked whether homeschooled military children could participate; the presenter said homeschooled students registered with King George County Public Schools could potentially participate but logistical and scheduling challenges remain because club meetings generally occur during the school day. The presenter said she would consult the contractor and district office to explore options for homeschool participation.

Why it matters: King George County has a military-connected student population and multiple programs to support transitions. Both programs are partly supported through contractor funding and aim to reduce social-emotional disruption for students who move midyear.

The presenter invited administrators to contact the contractor for next steps; no formal board action was recorded on this item.","Board heard a presentation on Student-to-Student at King George High School and an Anchored for Life program for elementary schools; presenters described peer-mentoring activities and Navy-contracted supports for military-connected and transitioning students.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6264287,"King George County School Board: votes on remote participation, hires, grants and plans",2950,128000,3078000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3098044-d0450835f6ed52692a6e996600178c35&start=128&end=3078","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3098044-d0450835f6ed52692a6e996600178c35/thumbnail_128000.jpg","/articles/6264287/Virginia/King-George-County-School-Board-votes-on-remote-participation-hires-grants-and-plans","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6264287-8250283dba360e451f722bb5a72eab42/orig.mp4?Expires=1775282737&Signature=nrwN1leo4mzTFy4Dp4KxwoAobX7xERS233pbH673u3-eji-PfVTRbF5CBe~f~MOhh-sof828OXCh5Wys2QTN2pgL-riUFfjYncPBKewxi0XLUZkZSKjqg-x5fdlYkJeYz~eDuNvqdchIJyd-po7RA6IgXsYJXGFtp5HmqXudvgKx8YqW2vEFHqIHFhFWmJpDsQCZEbRL-DZqdm118Kp1W10U-t0bpP-J0yNt6ETNJMjveLwSg~f-mKPPZQZOKGUuiQTK8shNU0ARJz8d~6cX5Yoi~DPdwgGxXh3Sws2kRxkOO9OdeMpxlDZMssntHEky71yXOANKHQX7ardLFmxtBQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The King George County School Board voted on several administrative and funding matters, approving a board member's remote participation, accepting hires after a closed session, and adopting two state-administered funding plans.

The board voted to allow Board Member David Bush to participate electronically from Louisville, Kentucky because of a professional obligation. The motion passed after a second and a voice vote; the chair cast an aye and the motion carried.

The board convened in a closed session under Code of Virginia §2.2-3711(A)(1) to review hires, substitute resignations, stipends and retirements. After returning to open session and certifying the closed meeting under §2.2-3712(B), the board moved to accept the proposed hires as written; that motion carried on a voice vote.

Board members approved the April 7 meeting minutes by voice vote.

On funding matters, the board approved the Carl D. Perkins formula grant for career and technical education and the Local Special Education Annual Plan (Part B) and associated flow-through funding for the coming school year. The Perkins award cited during discussion was $61,691.66 based on the current allocation; the board approved the grant motion as presented. The Special Education plan presented projected $1,049,971.90 in one fund and $22,116 in the other pot, with a proportionate set-aside of about $7,038 for services to homeschooled students with service plans. The board moved and approved that plan by voice vote.

Votes at a glance

- Remote participation: Motion to allow Board Member David Bush to participate electronically from Louisville, Kentucky for professional reasons — Passed (voice vote).

- Closed session hires: Motion to accept proposed hires as written (items discussed under Code of Virginia §2.2-3711(A)(1)) — Passed (voice vote).

- Minutes: Motion to approve April 7 meeting minutes as presented — Passed (voice vote).

- Carl D. Perkins grant (Perkins V): Motion to approve the division's Perkins grant and budget as presented (allocation cited in meeting: $61,691.66 based on current-year allocation) — Passed (voice vote).

- Local Special Education Annual Plan (Part B): Motion to approve the 2025–26 special education annual plan / Part B flow-through application as written (projected totals cited in presentation) — Passed (voice vote).

The board did not record roll-call vote tallies in the meeting transcript excerpt; outcomes above reflect the motions and chair confirmations recorded in the meeting.","The King George County School Board approved remote participation for a board member, accepted hires from closed session, and approved two funding plans — the Carl D. Perkins CTE grant and the Special Education annual plan — during its recent meeting.","actionData","errors"]

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