To improve our effectiveness, the Board Team for Bullitt County Schools commits to: 

1. Maintain primary focus on student learning.
2. Continuously review, define, and work toward district goals. 
3. Listen to each other, speak freely, work and learn together, and support one another.
4. After careful deliberation, support the majority's decision regarding shared goals for continuously improving district-wide student learning. 
5. Agree to disagree respectfully.
6. Delegate implementation of Board decisions to Superintendent and Leadership Team.

Recently, BCPS had several students compete at the state STLP Conference and some of them earned very impressive placements!

Level 3 Project

Brooks Elementary STLP Team

Challenge Category

AI On-Demand, Middle Grades

2nd Place: Debra Satterly (HMS)

AI On-Demand, Elementary Grades

2nd Place: Megh Patel (OMES)

Cyber Security

2nd Place: Caroline Hornback (PGES)

Digital Products Category

Digital Music Manipulation

1st Place: Gaige Dicus (HMS)

Podcasting

1st Place: Molly Compton, Bella Frantz, and Anna McKune (HMS)

Creative Digital Arts: Featured Video

2nd Place: Isaac Appleford and Marcelo Salazar (HMS)

Creative Digital Arts: Manipulated Image

2nd Place: Jake Lyons (HMS)

Block Code Crew

(This crew rotates to assist visitors in STLP Robot World.)

Samuel Harrington and Arnaldo Tirado (HMS)

I am requesting to recognize our 28 High School students that participated in the Norton Healthcare High School Academy program at the May Board Meeting. 

Emilee Goodman- BCHS

Paige Pugh- BCHS

Jade Hovious- BCHS

Laney Morton- BCHS

Pru Russell- BCHS

Averi Siems- BCHS

Makayla Ogle- BCHS

Caitlyn Browning- BCHS

Jorge Reyes- BCHS

Tessa Tibone- BEHS

Lindsey Jennings- BEHS

Lexi Broughton- BEHS

Maddie Johnston- BEHS

Abbie Mann- BEHS

Carly Martin- BEHS

Bre Hess- BEHS

Faith Chesser- BEHS

Kenzie McCracken- BEHS

Makayla Rayner- BEHS

Emily Key- BEHS

Addison Keeling- NBHS

Amy Thompson- NBHS

Taylor Amburgey- NBHS

Autumn Richards- NBHS

Julissa Quinteros- NBHS

Demi Peterson- NBHS

Jill Hall- NBHS

On April 22, 2024 at 11:00am the bid opening for Gasoline & Diesel Fuel was held.  Companies submitted bids with required paperwork attached.  I am requesting the Board accept the following bid for the 2024-2025 school year.

Valor Oil

Gasoline .0249

Diesel     .0249

This bid may be renewed by mutual agreement for two additional year periods.  This company will allow the Board to receive the lowest possible prices for our needs.

The area specified for the Outdoor classroom in the forest area on Bernheim's campus was holding water and long-term drainage was a concern.  To address this, the landscape architect, SWT, revised the location of the classroom along with swale locations to have the outdoor classroom drain appropriately.  This change order includes both added work and credits due to the location change. 

I recommend approval of this request.

Please recommend to the Board at the April 22nd, 2024  meeting the approval for the following requests for unpaid leave of absences.

Samantha Keating - Eastside Middle - Teacher - Ms. Keating is requesting leave without pay for the date of March 25th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Karen Michelle Crenshaw - Transportation - Bus Driver - Ms. Crenshaw is requesting leave without pay for the date of March 8th, 2024 and March 26th, 2024 through March 29th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Melissa Benfield - Bullitt Central High - YSC Assistant - Ms. Benfield is requesting leave without pay for the date of April 11th, 2024 and April 24th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Jennifer Kern - Maryville Elementary - Teacher - Ms. Kern is requesting leave without pay for the dates of April 8th, 2024 through April 12th, 2024 and April 15th, through April 19th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time.  

Jevonna Mason - Old Mill Elementary - Sweeper - Ms. Mason is requesting leave without pay for the date of March 16th, 2024 through March 31st, 2024 and April 1st, 2024 through April 12th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Carmen McGrew - Bullitt East High - Teacher - Ms. McGrew is requesting leave without pay for the dates of April 23rd, 2024 through May 20th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Kristin Hawkins - North Bullitt High School - Teacher - Ms. Hawkins is requesting leave without pay for the dates of April 9th, 2024 and April 10th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Anastasia Lagowski - Zoneton Middle - Teacher - Ms. Lagowski is requesting leave without pay for the date of April 9th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Theresa White - Transportation - Bus Driver - Ms. White is requesting leave without pay for the dates of April 11th, 2024 and April 12th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Jennifer Linder - Transportation - Bus Driver - Ms. Linder is requesting leave without pay for the date of April 18th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Cynthina Lagermann - Freedom Elementary - Teacher - Ms. Lagermann is requesting leave without pay for the dates of May 15th, 2024 through May 20th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Brandi Gaddis - Overdale Elementary - Special Education - Ms. Gaddis is requesting leave without pay for the date of April 24th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Sierra Moore - Hebron Middle - Special Education Teacher  - Ms. Moore is requesting leave without pay for the dates of April 15th, 2024,  April 16th, 2024 and April 24th, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time. 

Danielle Rummage - Lebanon Junction Elementary - Instructional Assistant - Ms. Rummage is requesting leave without pay for the date of April 23rd, 2024. She has used all of her available accrued leave time.

As of July 25, 2022, the Superintendent will oversee all curriculum, textbooks, instructional materials, and student support services per changes in Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS 160.345). The curriculum in each school shall be designed to achieve student capacities established by KRS 158.645 and the school goals established by KRS 158.6451. The curriculum shall comply with all applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.

In any school administered under the provisions of KRS 160.345, the Superintendent shall determine which curriculum, textbooks, instructional materials, and student support services shall be provided in the school after consulting with the Board, the Principal, and the school council and after a reasonable public review and response period for all stakeholders. The attached documentation provides details on the following. 

• School/Location

• Name of program or department requesting curriculum

• Applicable research and/or evidence-based findings for this curriculum (What Works ClearingHouse, EdReports, etc.)

• Explanation of curriculum materials including purpose, when will be utilized, content area, etc.

• Date of minimum two-week public stakeholder review by staff, parents, and the school community

• Review/approval date by Assistant Superintendent and/or Chief Academic Officer

Approval is requested of curriculum and/or instructional resources for district wide use along with several schools.

This is a request for Board Approval to work with Care Solace by partnering with this agency to provide care coordination services for BCPS to promote community access to mental health care and support student well-being and learning.  Care Solace is designed to work alongside the school's multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to help schools triage and accompany student mental health needs and provide a confidential wraparound resource for staff members and families.

I request that the Board approve the administration of this partnership as another layer of intervention in providing mental health support for students. 

Attached you will find the Memorandum of Agreement and Contract with the Kentucky Department of Education for Bullitt County Day Treatment Program (aka Bullitt Alternative Center). The contract covers fiscal year 2025 in the amount of $129,217.50 and fiscal year 2026 in the amount of $129,217.50.

At this time, I ask the Board to approve the MOA and Contract with KDE for the FY25 and FY26 for the BC Day Treatment.

Presented for consent is to continue utilizing temporary employees from Elwood Staffing for cleaning purposes in district facilities.  The temporary workers will be cleaning, using district supplied materials, in common areas, classrooms, and areas that are frequently occupied by students, faculty and staff.

I recommend approval of this request. 

Please present these contracts between Independent Nurse Contractors and the Bullitt County Board of Education to board members for consideration at the May 20, 2024 Board Meeting.  A blanket agreement for the 2024-2025 school year is needed to meet all request for health services in a timely manner.  These guidelines are set within KRS 156.502 (Health Services in School Setting).  The contracts are developed within the scope of practice for an RN and LPN licensure.

The cost of service will not exceed the budget allowance as designated in the health service budget for the upcoming school year. 

Please see the attached agreement between Bullitt East High School and Adidas and H7W Dukes for the 2024-2025 school year. 

This contract has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP. Please approve this contract at the May Board Meeting.

Attached, Please find and MOA between University of Kentucky and Bullitt County Public Schools for the 2024-2025 school year.  University of Kentucky and Bullitt County Public Schools will work together to provide post secondary opportunities for students enrolled in dual credit courses.

• Students must meet or exceed the academic standards specified within the Dual Credit Program Guidelines with the University of Kentucky
• Students must apply for University of Kentucky courses
• Students will be charged no more than the dual credit tuition rate specified in accordance with the Kentucky State Dual Credit Scholarship Program
• University of Kentucky is solely responsible for the curriculum provided for university credit.  Therefore, courses must use the syllabus, textbook, and assessments as determined by the University of Kentucky.
• Students are responsible for the cost of textbooks and course materials.
• The District will cover class costs for those students who qualify for free or reduced lunch once they have exhausted all their Dual Credit Scholarships.

This MOA has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP.  

Enclosed is the 2024-2025 District Indirect Cost Rates for Bullitt County Board of Education.  Indirect costs are expenditures in support of a program that are not directly identifiable to that program. KDE calculates the allowable percentage that may be applied to grants so that districts may be reimbursed for a portion of the support expenses incurred.

The non-restricted rate applies to the School Food Service program, ESSER, and GEER grant funding.  The restricted rate may be applied to other grants, such as Title I, that exclude expenses for district administrative support.  Each local board of education must approve to recover indirect costs.  Effective July 1, 2024, the new indirect cost rates will be applied.  The rates are as follows:

Non-Restricted Indirect Cost Rate      10.72%

Restricted Indirect Cost Rate               2.03%

I ask that indirect cost rates as provided by KDE be approved. 

The following information summarizes student cases for which the parents and medical professionals have requested a modified attendance schedule for students with disabilities. The students are identified by number in order to maintain confidentiality. There is documentation of medical necessity for the modified schedules, and the modified schedules have been recommended for approval by the Admissions and Release Committees (ARCs).  Full documentation is on file in the office of Director of Special Education.

23-24-38

This student has a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; as well as a complex medical history, including extreme prematurity, intraventricular bleed, pulmonary hypertension, and chronic lung disease. An ARC meeting was held on 4/10/24, during which the recommendation for continuing a shortened school day schedule was approved, including  the addition of one hour to the student’s schedule (Monday through Friday, 9:00AM to 1:00 PM). A physician’s statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s mental health needs. The modified schedule will be approved through this school year and will be reviewed at the next annual review meeting on or before 1/15/25.

23-24-42

This student has a diagnosis of Autism. An ARC meeting was held on 1/11/24, during which the recommendation for a shortened school week was approved. This student will attend school on a regular schedule but will leave on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00PM. A doctor’s statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s mental health needs. The modified schedule will be approved through this school year, and will be reviewed on or before the student’s annual review date of 11/20/24. 

23-24-43 

This student has a diagnosis of Autism. An ARC meeting was held on 1/19/24, during which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved (Monday through Friday, 9:10 AM to 12:30 PM). A medical statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s physical and mental health needs. The modified schedule will be approved through this school year and will be reviewed on or before the student’s annual review date of 9/27/24. 

23-24-48

This student has a diagnosis of PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections). An ARC meeting was held on 4/9/24, during which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved (Monday through Friday 9:00AM to 12:30PM). A physician’s statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s physical and mental health needs. The modified schedule will be approved through the 2023-2024 school year. 

23-24-49

This student has diagnoses of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Intermittent Explosive Disorder. An ARC meeting was held on 4/9/24, during which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved (Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM). A physician’s statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s mental health needs. The modified schedule will be approved through this school year and will be reviewed at the IEP annual review meeting on or before 2/27/25. 

23-24-50

This student is being treated for Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD (combined type). An ARC meeting was held on 4/24/24, during which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved (Monday through Friday 7:20 AM to 10:30 AM). A medical statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s mental health needs. The modified schedule will be approved through this school year and will be reviewed at his next ARC meeting.  

23-24-51

This student has various diagnoses, including ADHD (Inattentive Type), Generalized Anxiety Disorder with Separation Anxiety, Dysthymia (low grade mood disorder), and Global Developmental Delays with unspecified Genetic Syndrome. An ARC meeting was held on 4/22/24, during which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved (Monday through Friday 7:20 AM to 10:30 AM). A physician’s statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s mental health needs. The modified schedule will be approved through this school year and will be reviewed at the next annual review meeting on or before 10/26/24. 

23-24-52

This student has a diagnosis of Autism. An ARC meeting was held on 4/26/24, during which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved (Monday through Friday 9:10 AM to 11:40 AM). A physician’s statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for the student’s mental health and physical needs. The modified schedule will be approved through this school year and will be reviewed at the next IEP annual review meeting on or before 2/21/25.

The District Technology Plan is shared with the KDE's Office of Educational Technology (OET) each year.  This multi-year plan removes some of the old language associated with the previous state plan and addresses new needs and priorities for our district.  This includes, but it not limited to, maintaining current initiatives and refreshing network switches utilizing the E-rate program.l  It was developed in partnership with the Digital Learning Coaches, District Leadership, Technology Department Staff, and other district stakeholders.  This document is designed to support district and state initiatives for years to come.

I ask the board to approve the technology plan for this upcoming school year with the understanding that it a living document that can be amended to reflect changing initiatives along the way.  The plan serves as the roadmap for leveraging technology resources to enhance the educational experience.  Our continued priorities include: maintaining the 1:1 student devices, online safety, enhanced personalized learning, and providing a seamless technology experience for both teachers and students. 

Inoperable buses most recently used for spare parts

#401     2005 Thomas

#405     2005 Thomas

#710     2008 Thomas

#713     2008 Thomas

#714     2008 Thomas

#715     2008 Thomas

#770     2008 International

#864     2009 International

#865     2009 International

#1013   2010 International

Eastside Middle School is requesting the update the flooring in their Office Area.  Funding for this will come through their Fund 22.  The estimated amount is a total of $26,700.38.

I recommend approval of this request. 

Bullitt East High School formally requests their baseball field be named "Jeff Bowles Field" in honor of Coach Bowles career and the legacy he has created at the school.  Principal Fulghum, SBDM, and the BEHS athletic boosters have all endorsed the naming of this facility.  In addition, the athletic department received feedback from several former players regarding the impact Coach Bowles had on their high school and post-secondary baseball careers as well as how the BEHS baseball program was used as a tool to prepare them to be better adults once their career had ended. 

I recommend approval of this request. 

In order to support internal operations in each of our kitchens for SY 24-25 I am requesting the following additional staffing hours/positions for the kitchen locations specified below.  Labor analysis data has been collected each month at these locations during SY 23-24; our current "Meals Per Labor Hour" analysis (MPLH) supports these additions.  Funding for these staffing additions will come from Fund 51: School Nutrition Services.

MPLH data will be provided upon request.

• Requesting 1.5 cook/baker labor hours for Mt. Washington Elementary School to be posted internally
• Requesting 2.75 cook/baker labor hours for Shepherdsville Elementary School to be posted internally
• Requesting 30 minutes of cook/baker labor hours for Pleasant Grove Elementary School to be posted internally
• Requesting 3.25 cook/baker labor hours for Overdale Elementary School to be posted internally
• Requesting 1.5 cook/baker labor hours for Bullitt Lick Middle School to be posted internally
• Requesting 1 cook/baker labor hours for Eastside Middle School to be posted internally
• Requesting a 4 hour cook/baker labor hours for Brooks Elementary School.

Total positions being requested 1 (4 hour cook/baker)

Total internal labor hours being requested: 10.5 hours

Attached you will find the Principal's Combined Budgets for FY 2025 for all schools. Per Redbook requirements, the Board of Education must approve the school activity budgets for the upcoming school year by the end of May.

I ask the FY 2025 Principal's Combined Budgets for all schools to be approved. 

Attached you will find the KDE District Funding Assurances for the 2024-2025 school year.  I have reviewed and signed as well as the appropriate director.

Please allow the attached assurances to be included on the May agenda.  Once approved, the document will be uploaded into GMAP for KDE.  

Enclosed please find the Annual Pay Scales for FY 2025.  The following are additions/changes to the scales on the attached schedules:

1. District-wide base pay increase--5%; stipends rounded to the nearest $25
2. Added additional step (Step 26)
3. Removed School Food Service Traveling Mgr/Bookkeeper
4. Added School Food Service Operations & Training Support Specialist
5. Added 4 new CTE sponsors: FCCLA, HOSA, TSA, and Skills USA Ky Sponsors
6. Added High School Girls Flag Football Coach
7. Added High School Boys Volley Head and Assistant coaches
8. Added Student Teaching & Learning Apprenticeship for high school
9. Added Teaching and Learning Apprenticeship Teacher Mentor for high school
10. Added Teaching and Learning Apprenticeship Model Coordinator for high school
11. Added Elementary and Middle School Assistant Archery Coaches
12. Added Middle School Assistant Volleyball Coach
13. Added Middle School Boys and Girls Soccer Coaches
14. Added Middle School Assistant Baseball and Assistant Softball Coaches
15. Removed Middle School school-paid Assistant Athletic Director
16. Added Middle School Athletic Director
17. Added Elementary Assistant Girls and Boys Basketball Coaches
18. Added Stronger Connections Grant Personnel, to include 1 Behavior Support Intervention Coach/Project Coordinator, 1 Social Worker and 1 School Climate Coach per school (23 total)