Prince George's County Board of Education closes meeting to review board appeals

The Prince George's County Board of Education held a virtual special closed session on May 15, 2025, primarily to review board appeals and oral arguments. The meeting was conducted under strict procedural rules, requiring members to keep their video on and microphones muted until recognized by the chair.

During the session, Vice Chairman Jonathan Briggs outlined the legal basis for closing the meeting, citing concerns over discussing employee identities and ongoing or anticipated legal disputes in a public forum. He emphasized that such discussions could lead to financial losses, reputational damage, or legal repercussions.

The board conducted a roll call to confirm attendance, achieving a quorum necessary for the meeting. Following the roll call, a motion to close the meeting was put to a vote, which passed with six members in favor.

After the motion was adopted, board members were instructed to exit the current meeting and join the special closed session via a provided link, with a reminder to be patient as they would be placed in a waiting room before being admitted.

This closed session reflects the board's commitment to handling sensitive matters with confidentiality, ensuring that discussions regarding appeals and legal issues are managed appropriately.