MOTION TO APPROVE A WAIVER REQUEST TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (FLDOE) PURSUANT TO RULE 6A-10455, FAC., SEEKING AUTHORIZATION FOR THE PEMBROKE PINES CHARTER SCHOOLS TO MAINTAIN ITS EXISTING SCHOOL START AND END TIMES BASED ON STAKEHOLDER FEEDBACK AND OPERATIONAL AND FINANCIAL IMPACT ANALYSES.

City Commission · 2026-05-20 · agenda_item

This item concerns a waiver request for Pembroke Pines Charter Schools to keep its current school start and end times. The request is based on feedback from parents and staff, as well as operational and financial reviews. The City Commission of Pembroke Pines has approved this request. This approval means the school will continue with its existing schedule. While no new construction is involved, this decision could impact transportation services, before and after school care providers, and potentially food service suppliers who cater to the school's schedule. Businesses that support school operations may find opportunities by engaging with the school administration to align services with their ongoing needs.