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Advisories and Committees

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Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) advisories and committees consult schools, departments and the School Board on a variety of issues. The members, who represent the District’s stakeholders, contribute invaluable services to BCPS by serving as subject matter experts in their respective advisories or committees.
View a list of the District's Advisories and Committees, which includes relevant contact information. For meeting dates and times, click on links below.
NOTE: Individuals who wish to serve on an advisory or committee are required to take Ethics Training and are subject to Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Law. For training program information and additional resources, visit https://www.browardschools.com/Page/41329.
School Accountability and Improvement
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According to SBBC Policy 1403, each school has a School Advisory Council (SAC) to facilitate the development and monitor progress of the annual School Improvement Plan. Agendas and minutes reflect annual needs assessment, SIP monitoring, and allocation of Accountability Funds.
District's Advisories and Committees Group Descriptions
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Audit Committee
The Audit Committee assists and advises the School Board and the Superintendent in matters pertaining to the fiscal management of the school system. The committee is empowered to investigate any financial matters that it considers of concern. The committee can also be requested by the Board or the Superintendent to investigate and report on other financial matters. Learn more about the Audit Committee.
Join the Audit Committee MeetingMeeting Date/Time:
May 01, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
+1 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID: 460 151 997#
Meeting ID: 282 274 296 267 7
Passcode: dG23D4uv
For Information, Contact:
Derek Tillman 754-321-2400Join the Audit Committee MeetingMeeting Date/Time:
May 08, 2025, at 09:30 a.m.Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building600 SE Third Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
For Information, Contact:
Derek Tillman 754-321-2400Join the Audit Committee MeetingMeeting Date/Time:
June 05, 2025, at 09:30 a.m.Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building600 SE Third Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
For Information, Contact:
Derek Tillman 754-321-2400 -
Area Advisory Councils
Join the North Area Advisory Steering Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
April 29, 2025, at 8:30 p.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 950 751 730#For Information, Contact:
Michele Stein 754-321-3600
Join the District Advisory Council and South Area Advisory Nominations Committee
Meeting Date/Time:
May 01, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID:421 275 503#
For Information, Contact:
Shelly Winter 754-321-3804
Join the North Area Advisory Subcommittee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 05, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 515 710 753#For Information, Contact:
Michele Stein 754-321-3600Learn more about the North Area Advisory Council
Join the North Area Advisory Subcommittee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 13, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 882 553 137#For Information, Contact:
Michele Stein 754-321-3600Learn more about the North Area Advisory Council
Join the Central Area Advisory Council Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 15, 2025, at 9:45 a.m.
Meeting Location:
Indian Ridge Middle School
1355 S Nob Hill Rd,
Davie, FL 33324For Information, Contact:
Adrienne T. Dixson-Paul 754-321-3000Learn more about the Central Area Advisory Council
Join the North Area Advisory Steering Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 27, 2025, at 8:30 p.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 992 553 137#For Information, Contact:
Michele Stein 754-321-3600 -
Bond Oversight Committee
The Bond Oversight Committee works to improve the accountability and transparency of the voter-approved General Obligation Bond referendum initiative that provides critically needed funding for Broward's students. Learn more about the Bond Oversight Committee.
Bond Oversight Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
June 12, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.
Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Administrative Building
600 S.E. 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301For Information, Contact:
Omar Shim 754-321-2080 -
Calendar Committee
Calendar Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 21, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.
Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building
600 S.E. Third Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 254 340 160#
Meeting ID: 259 910 758 65
Passcode: hq74zD9XFor Information, Contact:
David Azzarito 754-321-1840 -
District Advisory Council
The District Advisory Council (DAC) fosters and promotes communication among School Advisory Forums, School Advisory Councils, Area Advisory Councils, the District Advisory Council, the Superintendent of Broward County Schools, and the Broward County School Board. The DAC acts as a forum for Area Advisory Councils and others to propose recommendations and discuss issues that are relevant to the District. The DAC provides information to the School Board and the Superintendent based on this intercommunication. Learn more about the District Advisory Council.
Join the District Advisory Council and South Area Advisory Nominations Committee
Meeting Date/Time:
May 01, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID:421 275 503#
For Information, Contact:
Shelly Winter 754-321-3804
Join the District Advisory Council Steering Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 07, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 351 177 055#
For Information, Contact:
Shelly Winter 754-321-3800
Join the District Advisory Council Policy Review Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 19, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 345 572 779#For Information, Contact:
Shelly Winter 754-321-3804 -
Diversity Committee
The Diversity Committee makes recommendations to the Superintendent and the School Board to promote diversity while maintaining a unitary school system. The committee currently consists of 31 members, 27 of whom are appointed by the School Board. The Student Advisor to the School Board of Broward County, or his/her designee, serves on the committee, representing his/her geographic area, and appoints three student committee members representing the other three geographic areas. The committee members have diverse backgrounds and represent the various geographic areas of Broward County. Learn more about the Diversity Committee.
Join the Ad Hoc Diversity Committee: Response to the Superintendent Report Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
April 10, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 518 500 859#
For Information, Contact:
Marion Williams 754-321-1600
Join the Diversity Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 01, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Building
600 SE 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
For Information, Contact:
Marion Williams 754-321-1600 -
ESOL Leadership Council
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Leadership Council is the vehicle for representation of parents of ELLs and serves as the liaison support to parents, schools, and community by promoting receptivity, acceptance, and awareness of multicultural issues. It is composed primarily of parents of English Language Learners (ELLs) and has members representing multi-ethnic backgrounds. Representatives to the council also include ELLs, parents, principals, teachers, and community representatives with support from the ESOL staff.
Join the ESOL Leadership Council Meeting:
Meeting Date/Time:
May 08, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.Meeting Location:
Indian Ridge Middle School
1355 S Nob Hill Road
Davie, FL 33324For Information, Contact:
Monica Nelsas 754-321-2951
Join the ESOL Leadership Council Meeting:
Meeting Date/Time:
June 05, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.Meeting Location:
International Welcome Center
10300 Johnson Street
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026For Information, Contact:
Monica Nelsas 754-321-2951 -
Executive Parent Advisory Council
Join the Executive Parent Advisory Council (EPAC)
Meeting Date/Time:
May 01, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.Meeting Location:
Title 1, Migrant Education and Special Programs
701 NW 31st Avenue
Lauderhill, FL 33311Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 262 155 155 71
Passcode: im9XS6xeFor Information, Contact:
Luwando Wright 754-321-1400 -
Facilities Task Force
The Facilities Task Force provides a forum for community participation in the planning, construction, maintenance, and monitoring processes of the Broward County school facilities and makes recommendations to The School Board of Broward County, Florida, that will promote excellence in Broward County school facilities. The Facilities Task Force reviews individual school needs assessments and recommends priorities to the School Board for the District Facilities Work Program/Capital Budget as well as provides input to the District’s Educational Specifications Committee. The Facilities Task Force advises the School Board on specific observations, potential problems, and successes relative to the maintenance of facilities, new construction, and renovation and remodeling projects. Learn more about the Facilities Task Force.
Join the next Facilities Task Regular Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 01, 2025, at 7:00 pmMeeting Location:
Mirror Lakes Elementary
Media Center Room
1200 NW 72nd Avenue
Plantation, FL 33313Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
Call: 754-216-1864
Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
For Information Contact:
Divine Amonah 754-321-1546
Join the next Facilities Task Force Sub-Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 08, 2025, at 7:00 pmJoin Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
Call: 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
Passcode: 94C6eHFor Information Contact:
Divine Amonah 754-321-1546
Join the next Facilities Task Force Sub-Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 22, 2025, at 7:00 pmJoin Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
Call: 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
Passcode: 94C6eHFor Information Contact:
Divine Amonah 754-321-1546
Join the next Facilities Task Regular Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
June 05, 2025, at 7:00 pmMeeting Location:
Mirror Lakes Elementary
Media Center Room
1200 NW 72nd Avenue
Plantation, FL 33313Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
Call: 754-216-1864
Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
For Information Contact:
Divine Amonah 754-321-1546
Join the next Facilities Task Force Sub-Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
June 12, 2025, at 7:00 pmJoin Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
Call: 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
Passcode: 94C6eHFor Information Contact:
Divine Amonah 754-321-1546
Join the next Facilities Task Force Sub-Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
June 19, 2025, at 7:00 pmJoin Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
Call: 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
Passcode: 94C6eHFor Information Contact:
Divine Amonah 754-321-1546
Join the next Facilities Task Force Sub-Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
June 26, 2025, at 7:00 pmJoin Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
Call: 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
Passcode: 94C6eHFor Information Contact:
Divine Amonah 754-321-1546 -
Financial Advisory Committee
Join the Financial Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Bldg.
600 SE Third Ave.Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
For Information, Contact:
Ivan Perrone at 754-321-1980 -
Gifted Advisory Council
The Broward Gifted Advisory Council (GAC) is comprised of a group of parents, educators and others who assist in developing, identifying and assessing the educational needs, systemic issues, and priorities of gifted students and programs. The Council also facilitates two-way communication between parents and the District. Learn more about the Gifted Advisory Council.
Join the Gifted Advisory Council Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 12, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting Location:
Plantation Middle School
6600 W Sunrise Boluverd
Plantation, FL 33313For Information, Contact:
Stephanie Acosta-Castro 754-321-3434 -
Green Advisory Committee
Join the Green Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 08, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright
600 SE 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301For Information, Contact:
Dr. Lisa Milenkovic 754-321-2623 -
Head Start/Early Intervention - Policy Council
Join the Early Childhood Education - Head Start/Early Policy Council
Meeting Date/Time:
May 29, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Building
Board Room / Pre-Function Room
600 SE 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 182 064 65#
Meeting ID: 277 656 007 392
Passcode: 5P9B6xu6For Information, Contact:
Briana Jackson 754-321-1972 -
Human Relations Committee
The Human Relations Committee serves as the foremost resource on human relations at BCPS. The committee makes recommendations to the Superintendent and the School Board on matters that foster mutual respect and understanding among people within BCPS. The committee further supports the work of the District as it pertains to policies related to diversity, educational/vocational equity, nondiscrimination, inclusion, and character education. Learn more about the Human Relations Committee.
Join the Human Relations Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 21, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.Meeting Location:
Lauderdale Manors Administration Center
1400 NW 14th Court
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311For Information, Contact:
Marion Williams 754-321-1600 -
Multilingual Advisory Committee
Join the Multilingual Advisory Council Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 20, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.Meeting Location:
Westglades Middle
11000 Holmberg Road
Parkland, FL 33076Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 614 882 950#Meeting ID: 292 772 096 717 3
Passcode: 4vN6jf7iFor Information, Contact:
Idalina Orta 954-662-8863 -
Oversight Committee for the Implementation of the Third Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement
Join the Oversight Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
July 09, 2025, at 12:00 pm
Location:
Government Center West
1 N University Drive
Plantation, FL 33324For Information, Contact:
LaCheryl Thomas 754-321-2177
Join the Oversight Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
October 08, 2025, at 12:00 pm
Location:
Government Center West
1 N University Drive
Plantation, FL 33324For Information, Contact:
LaCheryl Thomas 754-321-2177 -
Qualifications Selection and Evaluation Committee
The Qualifications Selection and Evaluation Committee pre-qualifies contractors and evaluates, selects, and recommends awarding contracts for Construction Management, Design-Build, CMAR, Program Management or Professional Services subject to Section 287.055, Florida Statutes.
Join the next Qualification Selection and Evaluation Committee Meeting
June 12, 2025, at 9:00 am
Meeting Location:
TSSC Building
7720 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 323
Sunrise, FL 33351For Information, Contact:
Mark Cohen 754-321-0510 -
Small Business Advisory Committee
The Small Business Advisory Committee is appointed by the School Board as an advisory group to review the continuing programs for contractors, prime contractors and subcontractors that promote S/M/WBE participation; coordinate activities and actions with the School Board or corresponding committees designated by the School Board or Superintendent; and make recommendations concerning modifications of such programs and procedures established in policy.
Join the Small Business Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
Location:
TSSC Building
Executive Director of Operations
7720 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Sunrise, FL 33351Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 214 844 064 10#For Information Contact:
Lavinia Freemen 754-321-0767
Join the Small Business Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
June 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
Location:
TSSC Building
Executive Director of Operations
7720 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
Sunrise, FL 33351Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 214 844 064 10#For Information Contact:
Lavinia Freemen 754-321-0767 -
Superintendent’s Goal Setting Committee
Join the Superintendent's Goal Setting Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.Meeting Location:
TSSC Building
Executive Director of Operations
7720 West Oakland Park Blvd.
Sunrise FL, 33351Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 808 169 293#
Meeting ID: 211 336 425 023
Passcode: R5aD6jq9For Information, Contact:
Anne Marie Richards 754-321-0764 -
Superintendent’s Insurance and Wellness Advisory Committee
The Superintendent’s Insurance and Wellness Advisory Committee reviews all proposals for insurance offerings for the School Board of Broward County and makes recommendations to accept or deny any proposals to the School Board.
Join the next Superintendent's Insurance and Wellness Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 14, 2025, at 9:00 am
Meeting Location:
Nob Hill Soccer Club
10200 Sunset Strip
Sunrise, FL 33322
Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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Phone Conference ID: 759 163 534#
For Information, Contact:
Amanda Rios 754-321-3111 -
Superintendent Task Force - Committee Structure and Policy 1070
Join the next Superintendent Task Force - Committee Structure and Policy 1070 Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 02, 2025, 9:30 amJoin Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 616 754 295#For Information, Contact:
Armando Arana 954-830-8708
Join the next Superintendent Task Force - Committee Structure and Policy 1070 Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 08, 2025, 5:30 pm
Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Building
600 SE 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 412 692 042#For Information, Contact:
Armando Arana 954-830-8708
Join the next Superintendent Task Force - Committee Structure and Policy 1070 Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 09, 2025, 9:30 am
Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 564 092 393For Information, Contact:
Armando Arana 954-830-8708
Join the next Superintendent Task Force - Committee Structure and Policy 1070 Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 12, 2025, 5:30 pm
Meeting Location:
Kathleen C. Wright Building
600 SE 3rd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
+1 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID:616 330 990#For Information, Contact:
Armando Arana 954-830-8708
Join the next Superintendent Task Force - Committee Structure and Policy 1070 Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 14, 2025, 9:30 amJoin Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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Phone Conference ID: 280 915 232 635 2#For Information, Contact:
Armando Arana 954-830-8708
Join the next Superintendent Task Force - Committee Structure and Policy 1070 Meeting
Meeting Date/Time:
May 15, 2025, 9:30 am
Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
+1 754-216-1864
Phone Conference ID: 486 772 023#For Information, Contact:
Armando Arana 954-830-8708