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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  • Oversight Committee for the Implementation of the Third Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement

    Join the Oversight Committee for the Implementation of the Third Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    January 17, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. 

    Location:
    Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building
    Board Room
    600 S.E. Third Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

    For Information, Contact:
    Tammy Sartin 754-321-2177

  • 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.

    Audit Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 02, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.

    Location:
    Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building
    Board Room
    600 S.E. Third Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

    For Information, Contact:
    Michele Marquardt 754-321-2400

  • Area Advisory Councils

    Join the South Area Advisory 

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. 

    Location:
    McArthur High School 
    6501 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, FL 33024

    For Information, Contact:
    Scott Jarvis 754-321-3600

    Learn more about the South Area Advisory Council

    Join the Central Area Advisory Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 16, 2023, at 9:45 a.m. 

    Location:
    Indian Ridge Middle School
    1355 S. Nob Hill Rd.
    Davie, FL 33324     

    For Information, Contact:
    Scott Jarvis 754-321-3600

    Learn more about the Central Area Advisory Council

    Join the North Area Advisory Council Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 02, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.


    Meeting Location:
    Monarch High School
    5050 Wiles Rd. Coconut Creek Fl
    Lauderhill, FL 33311

    For Information, Contact:
    Scott Jarvis 754-321-3600

    Learn more about the North Area Advisory Council

  • 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:
    March 13, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. 

    Location:
    K.C. Wright Administration Building - Board Room
    600 S.E. Third Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

    For Information, Contact:
    Victoria Miller 754-321-2080



     

  • Broward County Council of PTAs/PTSAs

    The Broward County Council of Parent Teacher Associations/Parent Teacher Student Associations (PTAs/PTSAs) is a constituent association of the National Parent Teacher Association, the largest volunteer child advocacy association in the nation. The PTA is a forum where parents, teachers, administrators, and other concerned adults discuss ways to promote quality education, strive to expand the arts, encourage community involvement, and work for a healthy environment and safe neighborhoods. Through involvement in the PTA, parents receive regular updates on activities in their child’s school and the District and can learn about education issues at the statewide and national levels, as well. Learn more about the Broward County Council of PTAs/PTSAs.

    Join the next Broward County Council of PTAs/PTSAs Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    May 5, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

    Meeting Location:     Title 1, Migrant Education and Special Programs - Large Conference Room
    701 NW 31st Street, Lauderhill, FL 33311

    Join virtually: May 5, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Executive Parent Advisory Council meeting

    Call: 754-216-1864 Conference ID: 475 781 164#

                    

  • Calendar Committee

    Calendar Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 15, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. 

    Location:
    Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building
    Board Room
    600 S.E. Third Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

    For Information, Contact:
    Eric Chisem 754-321-1810

  • 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 DAC Transportation Sub Committee

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 28, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. 

    Meeting Location:
    +1 754-216-1864

    Phone Conference ID: 552 580 089#

    For Information, Contact:
    Scott Jarvis 754-321-3600

    Join the District Advisory Steering Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 01, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

    Meeting Location:
    Indian Ridge MS
    1355 Nob Hill Rd.
    Davie FL 33324

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting 

    Telephone Number: +754-216-1864

    Phone Conference ID: 917 536 788#

    For Information, Contact:
    Scott Jarvis 754-321-3600

    Join the District Advisory Council Meeting and North Region Bylaws Subcommittee  

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 27, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. 

    Meeting Location:
    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting +1 754-216-1864 Phone Conference ID:813 020 395 

    For Information, Contact
    Scott Jarvis 754-321-3600

    Join the District Advisory Sponsored SAC Budget Training for Parents

    Meeting Date/Time:
    February 27, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. 

    Meeting Location:
    +1 754-216-1864

    Phone Conference ID: 398 072 70#

    For Information, Contact:
    Scott Jarvis 754-321-3600

  • 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 Diversity Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 02, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

    Meeting Location:  
    K.C. Wright Building
    600 S.E. 3rd Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301


    For Information, Contact:     
    Marion Williams 754-321-1600

  • ESE Advisory Council

    The Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Advisory Council is a parent-led volunteer body that fosters advocacy for students with disabilities and provides recommendations to the School Board and Superintendent on systemic issues relating to exceptional student education. Monthly general meetings provide a forum for connecting parents with information and advice, along with its four subcommittees on Autism, Down syndrome, Dyslexia and Specific Learning Disabilities, and Emotional & Behavioral Disabilities. Learn more about the Broward ESE Advisory Council.

    Join the ESE Advisory Council General Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 30, 2023, at 7:15 p.m. 
    Location:
    Piper High School 
    The Nook Media
    8000 NW 44 Street, Sunrise, FL 33351
    Davie, FL 33324

    For Information, Contact: Dana Thompson at 754-321-3415

    Join the Down Syndrome Committee of  ESE Advisory Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    January 26, 2023, at 6:15 p.m. 
    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
    +1 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 551 536 914#

    For Information, Contact: 
    Andrea Ciotti 754-321-3431

    Join the Meaningful Inclusion Comm. of ESE Advisory Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 30, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. 
    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting
    +1 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 566 313 715#

    For Information, Contact: 
    Jacqui Lipscomb 754-321-3469

  • 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:
    February 2, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

    Meeting Location:  
    Indian Ridge Middle School
    1355 Nob Hill Road
    Davie, FL 33324

    For Information, Contact:  
    Brunilda R. Chico 754-321-2951

    Join the ESOL Steering Committee Meeting:
    Meeting Date/Time:
    January 12, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.

    Meeting Location:
    10300 Johnson St,
    Pembroke Pines, FL 33026

    For Information, Contact:  
    Brunilda R. Chico 754-321-2951

  • Executive Parent Advisory Council 

    Join the Executive Parent Advisory Council 

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 02, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

    Meeting Location:
    Title 1, Migrant Education and Special Programs
    Large Conference Room  
    701 NW 31st Avenue,
    Lauderhill, FL 33311

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting 

    Telephone Number: +754-216-1864

    Phone Conference ID: 737 873 131#

    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 Force Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 30, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

    Join virtually:
    Call: 754-216-1864
    Conference ID: 458 375 701#

    Meetings for the 2022-23 school year are tentatively scheduled for the following dates: 11/10/22; 12/8/22; 1/12/23; 2/9/23; 3/9/23; 4/13/23; 5/11/23; and 6/8/23

    For Information Contact: 
    Dave Norman 754-321-1511

    Join the next Facilities Task Force Site Visit

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 8, 2023, at 12:00 p.m.

    North Area Portable Annex- Training Center
    2251 NW 18thSt., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

    Twin Lakes Administration Office
    4200 NW 10th Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33009

    Twin Lakes Annex
    4140 NW 10th Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33009

    Twin Lakes Warehouse & Transportation
    3810 NW 10th Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33009

  • Financial Advisory Committee

    Join the Financial Advisory Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    February 24, 2023, at 6:15 p.m. 
    Location:
    Kathleen C. Wright Bldg. 
    Board Room 
    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 Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 13, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. 

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting 

    Telephone Number: +754-216-1864

    Phone Conference ID: 466 417 769#

    For Information Contact:
    Zuzel Rodriguez 754-321-1876

  • Head Start/Early Intervention - Policy Council

    Join the Head Start/Early Intervention - Policy Council

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 30, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. 

    Location:
    Kathleen C. Wright Administration Building
    Board Room/Pre-Function Room
    600 S.E. Third Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    +1 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 177 451 122#

    For Information, Contact:
    Carolina Jones 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:
    March 15, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. 

    Meeting Location:
    Lauderdale Manors Administration Site
    1400 NW 14th Court, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

    For Information, Contact:
    Marion Williams 754-321-1600

  • Legal Services Committee

    Join the Legal Services Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 27, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.

    Location:
    Kathleen C. Wright Bldg.
    11th Floor - Conference Room
    600 SE Third Ave.
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

    For Information, Contact:
    Joanne Fritz at 754-321-2050

  • Parent/Community Involvement Task Force

    The Parent/Community Involvement Task Force energizes and increases parent and community involvement in the District. Additional goals include to review current parent/community involvement models to identify gaps and deficiencies; revise parent/community involvement models to address identified opportunities; and provide identifiable ways and processes for the community to have meaningful input and participation in Broward County’s public education system. Learn more about the Parent/Community Involvement Task Force.

    Join the Parent/Community Involvement Task Force Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 6, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

    Meeting Location:  
    McFatter Technical College - Bistro Room 602
    6500 Nova Drive, Davie, FL 33317

    For Information, Contact:
    Megan Turetsky 754-321-2608

  • Policy 1164: Subcommittee Meeting

    Join the Policy 1164 Sub Committee

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 29, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. 

    Location: 
    Kathleen C. Wright Bldg.
    Pre-Function Room 
    600 SE Third Ave, 
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

    For Information, Contact:
    Amanda Leiro 754-321-2608

  • Policy 4000 (Student Progression Policy) Workgroup

    Join the Policy 4000 (Student Progression Policy) Workgroup

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 13, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. 

    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    +1 754-216-1864
    Phone Conference ID: 310 344 038#

    For Information, Contact:
    Guy Bamoha 754-321-2119

  • 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

    Meeting Date/Time:
    March 16, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. 

    Meeting Location:  
    TSSC Building - Suite 323
    7720 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
    Sunrise, FL 33351

    For Information, Contact:
    Kim Brown 754-321-0522                

  • 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:
    February 23, 2023, at 4:00 p.m.

    Meeting Location:  
    TSSC Annex 
    1st FL Conference Room
    7700 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33351


    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:     

    Call: 754-216-1864 Conference ID: 519 561 252#

    For Information Contact:
    Lavinia Freeman 754-321-0529

  • Special Audit Committee

    Join the next Special Audit Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    February 16, 2023, at 9:30 a.m.

    Meeting Location:
    Kathleen C, Wright Building 
    600 SE Third Ave,
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

    For Information, Contact:
    Michele Marquardt 754-321- 2400

  • 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:
    March 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. 

    Meeting Location:  
    7770 W. Oakland Park Blvd. 
    Sunrise, FL 33351 


    Join Microsoft Virtual Teams Meeting:
    Call: 754-216-1864
    Conference ID:893 471 324#

    For Information, Contact:
    Doreen Davis 754-321-3111

  • Technology Advisory Committee

    The Technology Advisory Committee was formed by School Board Policy #5306.1 to provide input, advice and assistance in the implementation of the District's Education Technology Plan. Learn more about the Technology Advisory Committee.

    Join the next TAC Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    April 10, 2023, at 2:30 PM 
    Location: 
    TSSC Annex Building (Main Lobby)
    7770 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
    Sunrise, FL 33351
    For Information, Contact:
    Robert Sanders 754-321-0449

  • Title I Advisory Committee

    Title I is a federally funded program for economically disadvantaged children who reside in school attendance areas with a high concentration of children from low income families. Since a high incidence of poverty in a school has a direct correlation with low academic student achievement, the goal of the Title I Program is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and the skills to master the Florida Standards.

    Join the next Head Start/Early Intervention Policy Council Meeting:

    Meeting Date/Time:
    September 29, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. 

    Meeting Location:  
    K.C. Wright Administration Building, Board Room/Pre-Function Room
    600 SE 3rd Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301


    Join virtually:     

    Call: 754-216-1864 / Conference ID: 986 764 659#

  • Wellness and Learning Support Committee

    The Wellness and Learning Support Committee determines and monitors wellness initiatives of the School Board of Broward County, including obesity prevention. 

    Join the next Wellness and Learning Support Committee Meeting

    Meeting Date/Time:
    January 26, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.

    Meeting Location:  
    Kathleen C. Wright Office
    14th FL Conference Room 
    600 SE Third Ave
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

    For Information Contact: 
    Zoe Crego 954-492-7242