The Baltimore County Public Schools Board of Education meeting on August 11, 2026, includes a mix of governance decisions, personnel matters, contract approvals, budget planning updates, school program reports, and policy actions. The meeting agenda reflects a focus on preparing the school system for the upcoming fiscal year while reviewing ongoing programs and operational needs.
Several significant decisions are scheduled, including consideration of administrative appointments, proposed changes to Board policies related to equity and community involvement, multiple contract awards, adoption of the FY2027 organizational chart, and special project requests for school facilities. These items could affect staffing structures, school operations, student services, and community engagement processes.
The Board will also receive reports on the proposed FY2028 State Capital Budget request, updates on library media specialists, Nottingham Middle School, the 2026 Climate Survey System Report, and safety-related guidance through a revised superintendent rule addressing behavior threat assessments.
Community members should pay particular attention to contract awards, organizational planning, capital budget priorities, and policy revisions because these decisions shape how Baltimore County Public Schools allocates resources, supports students, manages facilities, and communicates with families and community partners.
Major Discussion and Action Items
Administrative Appointments and Personnel Matters
The Board will consider personnel matters and administrative appointments during the early portion of the meeting. The agenda includes a discussion of personnel matters led by Mr. McCall and a separate consideration and recognition of administrative appointments led by Superintendent William Heiser, Ed.D.
Administrative appointments can influence leadership capacity across the school system by determining who oversees departments, programs, and operational responsibilities. The packet does not identify specific appointees or positions, so discussion should focus on the appointment process and any information formally presented during the meeting.
Board Policy Updates on Equity and Community Involvement
The Board is scheduled to consider proposed changes to three policies:
- Board Policy 0100 - Basic Board Commitments: Philosophy - Equity
- Board Policy 1200 - Community Relations: Community Involvement
- Board Policy 1210 - Community Relations: Community Involvement - Relationship with Parent-Teacher (Student) Associations (PTSA)
These items are listed as action items under unfinished business. The proposed changes indicate continued review of governance commitments, public engagement practices, and relationships between the school system and community organizations.
Because these policies address how the Board communicates its priorities and engages stakeholders, the decisions may affect families, students, staff members, and community groups that interact with Baltimore County Public Schools.
Contract Awards and Purchasing Decisions
The Board will consider a large group of contract awards covering instructional services, health-related services, technology, supplies, safety systems, transportation-related communications, maintenance, and other operational needs.
The listed contracts include:
- JBO-715-21 Tier II or III Phonics-based Interventions, postponed from July 14, 2026
- GDA-316-26 Mobile Dental Services
- LLY-400-23 Physical Examinations
- NGO-416-24 Office Supplies and Products
- GDA-323-22 Information Technology Device and Hardware Financing
- JBO-707-21 Radio Communications Master Contract 2018
- LLY-417-22 USDA Processed Commodities
- GDA-317-26 Maintenance and Repair of Warehouse Equipment
- CWA-102-22 Custodial Cleaning and Restroom Products
- CWA-109-23 Fire Alarm Systems Installation, Repairs, Parts, Inspections, and Preventative Maintenance
- NTA-510-26 De-Lipping and Refurbishment of Ball Diamonds
- DEI-614-26 Various Parts for Grounds Equipment
The packet does not provide contract values, vendors, or funding sources. The significance of these actions is that they authorize continued or new services needed for school operations, student support, facilities maintenance, and administrative functions.
FY2027 Organizational Chart
Superintendent William Heiser will present the proposed FY2027 Organizational Chart for Board consideration.
An organizational chart establishes the structure of leadership and reporting relationships within the school system. Changes may affect how departments coordinate responsibilities, how resources are managed, and how administrative functions are organized.
The packet does not provide details about specific structural changes, so the community should review the Board discussion and supporting materials for information about proposed adjustments.
Special Projects at Hereford Middle School and Chesapeake High School
The Board will consider two 7330 Special Project Requests:
- Hereford Middle School Batting Cage
- Chesapeake High School Outdoor Seating Area
These projects represent requests for school-specific improvements. The packet identifies the locations and project purposes but does not provide costs, funding sources, or implementation timelines.
If approved, these projects could enhance student activities, athletics, and outdoor spaces at the affected schools.
FY2028 State Capital Budget Request
The Board will receive a report on the proposed FY2028 State Capital Budget Request.
Capital budget requests generally address major facility needs, improvements, renovations, and long-term infrastructure priorities. The packet does not include the requested projects, amounts, or ranking of priorities, but the report provides an opportunity for the Board to review future capital planning needs.
Capital decisions can have long-term effects on school buildings, learning environments, and community facilities.
The Board will receive an update from Superintendent Heiser and Dr. Mullenax regarding library media specialists.
The packet does not include specific findings or recommendations. The presentation is expected to provide information about the current status, role, or future planning related to library media services across Baltimore County Public Schools.
Nottingham Middle School Update
The Board will receive an update regarding Nottingham Middle School from Superintendent Heiser and Dr. Mullenax.
The packet does not provide details about the purpose of the update. Community members interested in Nottingham Middle School issues should review the presentation materials and discussion during the meeting for additional information.
Financial Matters
The agenda includes several financial and resource-related matters, although the provided packet does not include specific dollar amounts.
The most significant financial-related items are:
- Contract awards covering instructional programs, technology financing, health services, supplies, maintenance, safety systems, and operational services.
- The FY2028 State Capital Budget Request report, which addresses future capital funding priorities.
- FY2028 Capital and Operating Budget Schedules listed under information items.
The contract approvals represent ongoing commitments necessary to operate the school system. The capital budget discussion provides an opportunity to identify future facility investments and funding priorities.
Because the available packet does not include contract amounts, vendors, or budget figures, those details should be reviewed in supporting Board documents.
Policies, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Governance
The Board will consider revisions to policies addressing equity, community involvement, and relationships with Parent-Teacher (Student) Associations.
The policy actions are scheduled as consent agenda items under unfinished business. If approved, these changes would update Board guidance governing commitments, communication with the public, and partnerships between schools and community organizations.
The Board will also consider action taken in closed session, as listed under new business. The packet does not describe the subject or outcome of the closed session discussion.
The meeting includes several reports and informational updates:
- Superintendent's Report by William Heiser, Ed.D.
- Chair's Report by Jane E. Lichter
- Student Board Member's Report by Claire Jabaji
- FY2028 State Capital Budget Request
- Library Media Specialists Update
- Nottingham Middle School Update
- 2026 Climate Survey System Report
- FY2028 Capital and Operating Budget Schedules
- Revised Superintendent's Rule 3720 regarding safety and security behavior threat assessments
These reports provide updates on school system operations, student experience, planning, facilities, and safety practices.
Personnel, Appointments, and Organizational Matters
Personnel matters and administrative appointments are scheduled for discussion and action.
The Board will consider administrative appointments and recognize appointments presented by Superintendent William Heiser. The proposed FY2027 Organizational Chart is also included, connecting leadership structure with future operations.
No individual employment details beyond the scheduled appointment items are included in the available packet.
Projects, Facilities, Infrastructure, and Operations
The meeting includes several operational topics:
- Special project requests for a batting cage at Hereford Middle School and an outdoor seating area at Chesapeake High School.
- FY2028 capital planning.
- Contracts related to maintenance, safety systems, grounds equipment, warehouse equipment, and technology financing.
These items reflect ongoing efforts to maintain school facilities, support student programs, and prepare for future operational needs.
The packet does not include project costs, construction schedules, or implementation plans.
Public comment is scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The agenda identifies opportunities for comments from:
- School system-affiliated groups
- Unions
- Nonprofit community groups
- Individual citizens or students
This portion of the meeting provides a formal opportunity for community members and organizations to address the Board.
Residents may be affected by decisions involving school policies, contracts, leadership structures, and long-term capital planning.
Students and families may see effects from decisions involving instructional interventions, mobile dental services, physical examinations, technology resources, library media services, and school improvement projects.
Employees may be affected by administrative appointments, organizational changes, and operational planning decisions.
Taxpayers and community members may have an interest in contract approvals and future capital budget priorities because these decisions influence how public education resources are managed.
Schools such as Hereford Middle School, Chesapeake High School, and Nottingham Middle School may receive specific attention through project requests or updates.
- What changes are proposed in the FY2027 Organizational Chart, and how will they affect school operations?
- What are the expected costs and funding sources for the approved contract awards?
- How will proposed Board Policy 0100 changes affect the district’s equity commitments?
- What opportunities will families and community groups have to provide feedback on policy changes?
- What projects are included in the FY2028 State Capital Budget Request?
- How will the Board measure the effectiveness of library media specialist programs?
- What improvements or concerns are being addressed through the Nottingham Middle School update?
- What outcomes are expected from the special projects proposed at Hereford Middle School and Chesapeake High School?
- How will safety and security behavior threat assessment procedures be implemented under the revised superintendent rule?
- What priorities will guide upcoming capital and operating budget decisions?
Important Dates, Deadlines, and Next Steps
- August 11, 2026: Board of Education meeting in Towson, Maryland.
- August 11, 2026: Public comment period scheduled for 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- August 11, 2026: Board consideration of policy changes, contract awards, organizational chart, special projects, and reports.
- August 25, 2026, 6:30 p.m.: Next Board meeting scheduled at Greenwood, Building E.
Key Takeaways
- Baltimore County Public Schools will consider major governance, operational, and planning items on August 11, 2026.
- The Board will review administrative appointments and the proposed FY2027 organizational structure.
- Policy updates are proposed for equity commitments and community involvement practices.
- A significant group of contracts covering instruction, health services, technology, maintenance, and operations is scheduled for consideration.
- The Board will review future capital planning through the FY2028 State Capital Budget Request.
- Special projects are proposed for Hereford Middle School and Chesapeake High School.
- Updates are scheduled on library media specialists and Nottingham Middle School.
- The meeting includes a public comment period for community groups, unions, students, and residents.
- Safety and security guidance will be reviewed through a revised superintendent rule.
- The next scheduled Board meeting is August 25, 2026.
Official Sources
About the Public Body
- Name: Baltimore County Public Schools
- Organization type: school-district
- Government body: school-boards
- Location: Towson, maryland
- County: Baltimore
- Provider: boarddocs
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