1.
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson, Larry Muse. Also present were Don Neal, Superintendent and Gordon Germain, Board Counsel.
2.
Public Comments
Several visitors attended the meeting, mainly supporters of the WCHS Boys Soccer Team speaking during the public comments. Although, personnel was not on the agenda and the board are not allowed to be a part of the hiring process, the issue of pink slips for non-renewal was addressed. Superintendent Don Neal explained that the principals at each building have spoken to the non-tenured employees, along with the classified non-renewal employees and the vast majority will be reinstated. Issuing non-renewal notices is a common practice in school districts across the state and assists administrators establishing positions based on each school year’s unique upcoming financial budget.
3.
Recognition
Superintendent Don Neal informed the board of two students (Marissa Hicks and Micha Burchett) being accepted into Governor's Scholars Program.
Mr. Neal also reported Technology Teacher Marsha Bertram received a state computer Science Teacher award.
4.
Superintendent's Report and Instructional Issues
Don Neal
Brian Dishman, Assistant Superintendent/Supervisor of Instruction explained to board the Model for Multi-Tiered Systems Support (MTSS) Implementation Guide. House Bill 162 Numeracy Counts Act requires districts to focus on improvements to math. Wayne County has already been working on math initiatives with a districtwide math fluency program to begin in the fall. In addition, SB 265 requires implementation of new teacher induction and mentor programs. Wayne County already has a new teacher induction program with all these required elements.
5.
Approval of Revised BG-1 for Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Approval of Revised BG-1 for Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Order #126 - Motion Passed: Approval of Revised BG-1 for Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
Derek Phillips, architect with Deco Architects explained to the board of Revised BG-1, KDE AIA Owner Contract, and two blanket Purchase Orders for Bell Elementary Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496).
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 131.
6.
Approval of the KDE AIA Owner Contract Agreement between Wayne County Board of Education and Dixie Roofing for the Bell Elementary Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Approval of the KDE AIA Owner Contract Agreement between Wayne County Board of Education and Dixie Roofing for the Bell Elementary Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Order #127 - Motion Passed: Approval of the KDE AIA Owner Contract Agreement between Wayne County Board of Education and Dixie Roofing for the Bell Elementary Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496) passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 132.
7.
Approval of Blanket PO # 211997 to Tremco, Inc for estimated total of $375,743.22 for (Roof membrane, adhesives, flashings, metal, miscellaneous roof items) associated with the Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Approval of Blanket PO # 211997 to Tremco, Inc for estimated total of $375,743.22 for (Roof membrane, adhesives, flashings, metal, miscellaneous roof items) associated with the Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Order #128 - Motion Passed: Approval of Blanket PO # 211997 to Tremco, Inc for estimated total of $375,743.22 for (Roof membrane, adhesives, flashings, metal, miscellaneous roof items) associated with the Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496) passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 133.
8.
Approval of Blanket PO # 211998 to Dixie, LLC for estimated total of $181,959.84 for (ISO Insulation & Accessories, Base Sheet Fasteners) associated with the Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Approval of Blanket PO # 211998 to Dixie, LLC for estimated total of $181,959.84 for (ISO Insulation & Accessories, Base Sheet Fasteners) associated with the Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
Order #129 - Motion Passed: Approval of Blanket PO # 211998 to Dixie, LLC for estimated total of $181,959.84 for (ISO Insulation & Accessories, Base Sheet Fasteners) associated with the Bell Elementary School Roof Replacement Project (BG 23-496)
passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 134.
9.
Approval to pay an invoice to Facility Commissioning Group, Inc. for professional services related to Wayne County High School Gym Indoor Air Quality Project (BG 22-222) in the amount of $ 1,725.00
Approval to pay an invoice to Facility Commissioning Group, Inc. for professional services related to Wayne County High School Gym Indoor Air Quality Project (BG 22-222) in the amount of $ 1,725.00
Order #130 - Motion Passed: Approval to pay an invoice to Facility Commissioning Group, Inc. for professional services related to Wayne County High School Gym Indoor Air Quality Project (BG 22-222) in the amount of $ 1,725.00 passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 135.
10.
Approval of 2023-2024 amended school calendar.
Approval of 2023-2024 amended school calendar.
Order #131 - Motion Passed: Approval of 2023-2024 amended school calendar. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 136.
11.
Approval of the Student Code of Conduct for 2024-2025 School Year
Approval of the Student Code of Conduct for 2024-2025 School Year
Order #132 - Motion Passed: Approval of the Student Code of Conduct for 2024-2025 School Year passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 137.
12.
Approval to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision offered by the USDA's National School Lunch Program
2024-2025 school year
Approval to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision offered by the USDA's National School Lunch Program 2024-2025 school year
Order #133 - Motion Passed: Approval to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision offered by the USDA's National School Lunch Program
2024-2025 school year passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 138.
13.
Approval of the National School Lunch Program Indirect Cost Rate for 2024-2025 school year
Approval of the National School Lunch Program Indirect Cost Rate for 2024-2025 school year
Order #134 - Motion Passed: Approval of the National School Lunch Program Indirect Cost from food service at the non-restricted rate approved by KDE for 2024-2025 school year passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Larry Muse.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 139.
14.
Approval to operate Summer Feeding Program with Child Nutrition Services
Approval to operate Summer Feeding Program with Child Nutrition Services
Order #135 - Motion Passed: Approval to operate Summer Feeding Program with Child Nutrition Services passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Larry Muse.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 140.
15.
Approval of the 2024-2025 District Technology Plan
Approval of the 2024-2025 District Technology Plan
Order #136 - Motion Passed: Approval of the 2024-2025 District Technology Plan passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 141.
16.
Approval of an application to Renew the Continuation of Learning (Non-Traditional Instruction Day-NTI) Program for the 2024-2025 School Year
Approval of an application to Renew the Continuation of Learning (Non-Traditional Instruction Day-NTI) Program for the 2024-2025 School Year
Order #137 - Motion Passed: Approval of an application to Renew the Continuation of Learning (Non-Traditional Instruction Day-NTI) Program for the 2024-2025 School Year passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #142.
17.
Approval of the Model for Multi-Tiered Systems Support (MTSS) Implementation Guide
Approval of the Model for Multi-Tiered Systems Support (MTSS) Implementation Guide
Order #138 - Motion Passed: Approval of the Model for Multi-Tiered Systems Support (MTSS) Implementation Guide passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 143.
18.
Approval to adopt a resolution authorizing the Wayne County School District Finance Corporation to Issue Revenue Bonds
Approval to adopt a resolution authorizing the Wayne County School District Finance Corporation to Issue Revenue Bonds
Order #139 - Motion Passed: Approval to adopt a resolution authorizing the Wayne County School District Finance Corporation to Issue Revenue Bonds passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 144.
19.
Recess the Wayne County Board of Education Meeting and Call to Order the Wayne County District Finance Corporation
Approval to Recess the Wayne County Board of Education Meeting and Call to Order the Wayne County District Finance Corporation
Order #140 - Motion Passed: Approval to Recess the Wayne County Board of Education Meeting and Call to Order the Wayne County District Finance Corporation passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 145.
20.
Consider adopting a resolution authorizing the issuance of Revenue Bonds
Approval to adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of Revenue Bonds
Order #141 - Motion Passed: Approval to adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of Revenue Bonds passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
Fiscal Agent Bob Tarvin, of RSA Advisors, out of Lexington spoke to the district finance corporation about the resolution. The board chose to use revenue bonds amounting to $425,000 for the principal amount of special obligation bonds funded by the School Facilities Construction Commission based on a 2018 offer that has not been used yet. Every two years, school districts are offered bonding opportunities. A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 146.
21.
Adjourn the Wayne County Schools District Finance Corporation and call to order the Wayne County Board of Education
Approval to Adjourn the Wayne County Schools District Finance Corporation and call to order the Wayne County Board of Education
Order #142 - Motion Passed: Approval to Adjourn the Wayne County Schools District Finance Corporation and call to order the Wayne County Board of Education passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
22.
Consent Agenda
Order #143 - Motion Passed: Approval of items on the consent agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.
22.A.
Approval of Extended Medical Leave for
Morgan Criswell beginning April 10,2024 through June 30, 2024
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 147.
22.B.
Approval of a facility request to use Turner Cafeteria on August 3, 2024 for Ramsey Family Reunion
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 148.
22.C.
Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting
22.D.
Approval of Claims and Wages
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 149.
22.E.
Approval of Treasurer's Report
A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 150.
23.
Adjournment
Adjournment of the meeting
Order #144 - Motion Passed: Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.
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