Board approves Chesapeake Science Point schematic design and renews two charter contracts

The Board of Education approved the schematic design and design development for Chesapeake Science Point Public Charter Middle School and renewed charter agreements for Chesapeake Science Point and Monarch Academy Annapolis, votes that passed unanimously.

Superintendent Dr. Bedell recommended approval of the schematic design and design development for Chesapeake Science Point Public Charter Middle School; the board approved the recommendation without discussion. The board also approved renewal agreements with the governing boards of Chesapeake Science Point Public Charter School and Monarch Academy Annapolis.

Why it matters: Schematic design approval advances the charter middle school’s construction planning and moves the project toward later design and procurement phases. Contract renewals establish the district’s formal relationship and accountability terms for the two charter schools for the next contract period.

Details and votes: Motions to approve the Chesapeake Science Point schematic design and design development, and to approve renewal contracts for Chesapeake Science Point and Monarch Academy Annapolis, were each made, seconded and passed with recorded aye votes from all seven board members: Miss McDermott, Miss Pulliam, Miss Schallheim, Miss McFarland, Miss Hamdawi, Miss Dent and President Silkworth. Each motion was recorded as passing 7–0.

Ending: The approvals advance facilities planning and contract oversight for the two charter operators; further administrative steps and contract execution were not discussed in detail at the meeting.