The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Committee observes the Manatee County School Board meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack of adherence, to good governance procedures and the sunshine laws. The following are the major points from the school board meeting on 1/20/2026.
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Chair Spray, who then read the District Vision Statement. The Invocation was given by Pastor Rick Chaffin of Manatee Baptist Church. The color guard from Lakewood Ranch High School JROTC presented the colors, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Navy Veterans Shelly and her husband, Trevor Green. Mrs. Green is employed by the school district in the Food and Nutrition Department. Both she and her husband have long service records. The Superintendent presented them with a plaque and flag that flew over the US Capitol to recognize their service. Dr. Breslin also presented flags from Congressman Vern Buchanan’s office to previous school district employees who have led the pledge.
Student Celebration/Recognitions…