The Calvert County Public Schools Board of Education convened on August 7, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, including bus contracts, a master feasibility study for school facilities, and a comprehensive maintenance plan.

The meeting began with a motion to approve two bus contracts, which was seconded and unanimously approved. Board members expressed a desire to review these contracts earlier in the year to avoid conflicts with the school year start. It was confirmed that the district plans to meet with bus contractors in September to streamline future contract processes.

Following this, Suchita Warner, Director of Planning and Construction, presented the master feasibility study for Calvert Elementary and Calvert Country Schools, along with the Brooks Administration Building. Warner emphasized that the presentation was informational, aimed at outlining future opportunities for the facilities. She noted that the state would support the Calvert Country project if it was co-located with Calvert Elementary, which could enhance the district's long-term planning capabilities.

Warner provided an overview of the existing facilities, highlighting their ages and the need for updates. She discussed potential construction plans that would allow for new buildings while maintaining existing structures for future use. The presentation included a proposal for utilizing the existing Calvert Elementary building as swing space for future projects, particularly for Mount Harmony Elementary, which is constrained by its site.

The discussion also touched on the need for additional facilities to accommodate regional programs and the potential for a pre-K facility at Calvert Country. Warner indicated that a stakeholder committee would be formed to assess regional program needs, with recommendations expected in about six months.

The meeting concluded with Gregory Gott presenting the comprehensive maintenance plan for FY 2026. He highlighted completed projects, including renovations at Patuxent High School and playground inspections across elementary schools. Gott outlined challenges faced by the maintenance staff, including increased responsibilities without additional personnel and the need for a vehicle replacement plan. He emphasized the importance of maintaining ADA compliance in playground upgrades and the necessity of addressing the aging fleet of maintenance vehicles.

Overall, the meeting underscored the Board's commitment to improving school facilities and addressing maintenance challenges while planning for future educational needs. The next steps include further discussions on the feasibility study and the development of a comprehensive maintenance strategy.