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10/23/19 1 Biannual Report Board of Health Engagement B OARD BOH P RIORITY S UMMARY Orange County Schools Board of Education Substance Abuse and Mental Health, Physical Activity and Nutrition, Equity The School Health Advisory Board, chaired by Valerie Green and Richard Lewis received a grant for $4,500 from NC Healthy Schools. Mrs. Green also received a $3,000 grant from Action for Healthy Kids. The FSA Agreement to conduct K Readiness Program at New Hope Elementary was approved in May. The Board stated they are committed to all racial equity policies including creating a more diverse workforce and getting bilingual support in schools. A Juvenile Court/School Liaison MOU was approved. The liaison will partner with Chatham County and Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools to provide counseling services to assist students involved in the juvenile court system and those who may be at risk. Dr. Dena Keeling was hired as the first ever Chief Equity Officer and is conducting equity training with District Leadership. In August, the Board Chair made a statement to denounce any hate, symbols of intimidation, or intimidation activity in the community following the disturbing KKK demonstration. The Board will be vigilant to keep students, staff, parents, and community safe and secure. Proposed agenda items for 2019-2020 school year that may be of interest to the BOH: • Student Achievement Data – Examine sub groups data and over several years • Data on the effectiveness of early education efforts (K-2) • Early Education Opportunities – Dual Language at New Hope • Full time Translator • Lactation Stations • Historically Underutilized business report • Updates on Equity Plan • Opportunity Gaps • Equity Task Force • Communication Plan for our community • Safety and Security • Equity Task Force Charter • Funding for the next phase of Equity work