Albemarle County School Board Regular Meeting, Thursday, March 12, 2026

What was decided · How each member voted

• 8.1 Ms. Le offered a motion to define the school day as 45 minutes before the first bell and 45 minutes after the final bell of the day for all high schools, and 30 minutes before the first bell and 30 minutes after the final bell of the day for all middle schools. Mr. Dillenbeck seconded the motion. A voice vote was called, and the motion passed unanimously 6-0. [Ms. Spillman was absent] Mr. Dillenbeck encouraged those present to consider the perspectives of others and to engage in honest and respectful conversations with individuals who may hold opposing views. He stated that the Board is res… The motion passed 5-1, and Policy IGDA, as amended, was adopted and became effective immediately. · Passed, 5-1 — and Policy IGDA, as amended, was adopted and became effective immediately Adopted minutes (ACPS ElectronicSchoolBoard)

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• 00:06:41

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• 02:34:45

  Item 8.4 Policy Review--IKBA--Grading Policy (8:15-8:45) Dr. Patrick McLaughlin, Assistant SuperintendentCopy link𝕏 Post

• 03:00:43

  Adjournment.Copy link𝕏 Post

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