Loudoun County Schools: 04-08-2025 2Nd Tuesday School Board Meeting
Key Topics Discussed
- Budget and Health Insurance Discussion: The board discussed changes to retiree health benefits, including a potential shift to a Medicare Advantage plan and a $400 monthly stipend for retirees.
- Grading Policy Revisions: The Curriculum and Instruction Committee presented revisions to the grading policy, including changes to retake procedures and grade floors.
- School Renaming Initiative: The board discussed the renaming of Mercer Middle School and Francis Hazel Reed Elementary School, with proposed new names and community feedback.
Decisions & Votes
- Budget Discussion: No final decision was made on retiree health benefits; further discussion is planned.
- Grading Policy Revisions: The board voted to adopt the revised grading policy with amendments, including a 70% grade floor for retakes.
- School Renaming: The board did not make a final decision on renaming Mercer Middle School or Francis Hazel Reed Elementary School; these items will be brought back for action at a future meeting.
Notable Quotes
- "We need to ensure that our decisions are fair and equitable for all employees." – Board Member
- "The grading policy should support student learning and achievement, not punish students for retaking assessments." – Dr. Deans
Follow-up Actions
- Budget Discussion: The board will continue discussing retiree health benefits and potential changes at a future meeting.
- Grading Policy Implementation: The revised grading policy will be implemented in the 2025-2026 school year, with monitoring and evaluation of its effectiveness.
- School Renaming: The board will consider community feedback and make a final decision on renaming Mercer Middle School and Francis Hazel Reed Elementary School at a future meeting.
Summary by Timestamp
- 🕒 00:00:00: Meeting called to order
- 🕒 00:30:00: Budget discussion begins
- 🕒 01:00:00: Grading policy revisions presented
- 🕒 02:00:00: School renaming initiative discussed
- 🕒 03:00:00: Public comment period
- 🕒 04:00:00: Board member comments and committee reports
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