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

  • 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.
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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 Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    May 01, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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    Phone Conference ID: 460 151 997# 
    Meeting ID: 282 274 296 267 7
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    For Information, Contact:
    Derek Tillman 754-321-2400
    Join the Audit Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    May 08, 2025, at 09:30 a.m.

    Meeting Location: 
    Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building 
    600 SE Third Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

    For Information, Contact:
    Derek Tillman 754-321-2400
    Join the Audit Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    June 05, 2025, at 09:30 a.m.

    Meeting Location: 
    Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building 
    600 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.

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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.

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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.

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    Phone Conference ID: 515 710 753# 

    For Information, Contact:
    Michele Stein 754-321-3600

    Learn 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.

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    Phone Conference ID: 882 553 137# 

    For Information, Contact:
    Michele Stein 754-321-3600

    Learn 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 33324

    For Information, Contact:
    Adrienne T. Dixson-Paul 754-321-3000

    Learn 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 33301

    For 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

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    Phone Conference ID: 254 340 160# 
    Meeting ID: 259 910 758 65 
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    For 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.

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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.

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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.

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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 33324

    For 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 33026 

    For 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 33311

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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    Meeting ID: 262 155 155 71
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    For 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 pm

    Meeting Location:
    Mirror Lakes Elementary 
    Media Center Room
    1200 NW 72nd Avenue
    Plantation, FL 33313

    Join 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 pm

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    Call: 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
    Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
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    For 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 pm

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    Call: 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
    Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
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    For Information Contact: 
    Divine Amonah 754-321-1546

    Join the next Facilities Task Regular Meeting 

    Meeting Date/Time:
    June 05, 2025, at 7:00 pm

    Meeting Location:
    Mirror Lakes Elementary 
    Media Center Room
    1200 NW 72nd Avenue
    Plantation, FL 33313

    Join 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 pm

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    Call: 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
    Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
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    For 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 pm

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    Call: 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
    Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
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    For 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 pm

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    Call: 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 871 639 515#
    Meeting ID: 250 004 077 000
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    For 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 33313

    For 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 33301

    For 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 33301

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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    Phone Conference ID: 182 064 65#  

    Meeting ID: 277 656 007 392  
    Passcode: 5P9B6xu6  

    For 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 33311

    For 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 33076

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    Phone Conference ID: 614 882 950# 

    Meeting ID: 292 772 096 717 3  
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    For 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 33324

    For 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 33324

    For 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 33351

    For 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 33351

    Join 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 33351

    Join 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, 33351

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
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    Phone Conference ID: 808 169 293#

    Meeting ID: 211 336 425 023 
    Passcode: R5aD6jq9

    For 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 am

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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 33301

    Join 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

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    Phone Conference ID: 564 092 393

    For 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 33301

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
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    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 am

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    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

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    Phone Conference ID: 486 772 023# 

    For Information, Contact:
    Armando Arana 954-830-8708