Members of the public may address the Board during the period set aside by the Board without submitting an item for the agenda. No action shall be taken during this portion of the meeting on issues raised by employees or the public unless deemed an emergency by the Board. Please note: Comments are asked to refrain from personal remarks in which an individual is named. Comments are limited to two minutes unless extended by the board chair. Critical comments or complaints are processed through the District’s complaint procedures. Questions and concerns will be addressed by the Board through various venues, including, but not limited to, the district website and e-mail.

Sixth District Elementary administration and staff will report to the Board their annual update to the Board. 

• SixthDistEle data 2024-FINAL.pdf

• SBDM Mins_Sept 2024.pdf

The personnel actions listed on the exhibit have taken place since the board meeting of September 12, 2024.

• PersonnelExhibit10102024_0.pdf

The 2023-2024 KSA test scores were embargoed until October 3, 2024.  Attached are the three documents that we went over regarding each schools' results.  I will give a brief overview for each school and answer any questions you may have.

• Bd Report KSA Indicator Scores by location 10-3-2024
• BD Report KSA NAPD Data by location 10-3-2024
• Bd Report KSA Positives 10-3-2024

The Kentucky Department of Education requires Covington Independent Public Schools to approve the BG-5 Form to reflect the final project cost. After the BG-5 is approved with KDE, the unspent residual funds that are available can be used for other BG-1 capital projects.  This project doesn’t have any residual funds left as the district did a revised BG1 based on actuals.  Please see the attached BG-5 Form. 

• BG5 20-088 for board 9-18-24

Pursuant to CIPS Policy 01.4, Meetings; the minutes of Board meetings shall constitute the official written record of Board deliberations and actions. Board minutes shall only become official after they have been approved by the Board at a subsequent meeting and immediately thereafter have been signed by the secretary and the presiding officer. However, prior to approval of the minutes, the Board may amend or correct them in order to assure they are accurate.

• 092624_MINUTES Reg Working Mtg.pdf

The field trip to Washington, D.C. to attend the Presidential Inauguration can be a transformative experience for our students and adults educationally and personally:

• Civic Engagement: Witnessing the peaceful transition of power firsthand fosters a deep understanding of democracy and civic responsibility.

• Historical Perspective: Students can gain a tangible connection to history by being part of a significant national event.

• Government and Politics: Observing the inauguration process provides insights into the workings of the U.S. government and political system.

• Critical Thinking: Analyzing the speeches, ceremonies, and overall atmosphere encourages critical thinking and discussion about current events.

• Inspiration: Experiencing the energy and excitement of the inauguration can inspire students to pursue their own goals and aspirations.

• Cultural Awareness: Interacting with people from diverse backgrounds can broaden students' perspectives and promote cultural understanding.

• Life Skills: Managing logistics, navigating crowds, and problem-solving in a new environment develops valuable life skills.

• Memory Making: The inauguration can create lasting memories and a sense of shared experience with peers.

Overall, attending a presidential inauguration can be a powerful learning experience that shapes students' understanding of the world and their place in it.

• Field Trip Request - Washington, D.C. - Google Docs.pdf

Pursuant to CIPS policy 09.33 Fund Raising Activities, Board approval is required for all school-wide fundraising activities.  This money will be used incentives & testing t-shirts.

• scan_shirley.carroll_2024-09-30-12-01-18

Employee #3833 has requested a LOA beginning 10/09/2024 and returning 10/24/2024.  Leave will be fully paid. 

Employee #6626 has requested FMLA - beginning 11/25/2024 and returning 01/07/2025. Employee will be partially paid.  

Renewal of Covington Independent Public Schools' contract with Affordable Languages.  Affordable Languages provides interpreting services for our district to communicate with our non-English and non-Spanish speaking families.  Services are on-demand, video interpretation, live interpretation, and translation of documents.  There is no charge unless we use the services.  

• SA Covington Independent Local Schools

Request for approval to enter into a contract with Affordable Language Services for interpreting and translating.  This contract is specifically for special education-related services, including student evaluation and parent portions of student evaluations, Admissions and Release Committee meetings, and related materials for special education purposes only. 

The rates and conditions of this contract are the same as the existing contract that has previously been approved for Covington Independent Public Schools but allows for a separate account that can be billed separately for special education-specific purposes to the IDEA B grant funding.

• Affordable Language 24-25 SA Covington Independent Local Schools - Special Education

Request for approval of a contract for services with Kelly Twehues, LLC. This company provides certified/licensed professionals for Occupational, Physical, and Speech/Language Therapy services on an "as needed" basis for students with disabilities according to their Individualized Education Programs. 

We have contracted with KTL in the past, including last school year, and the rates for services have not increased since the previous year.  These services are only requested and provided when the need for service exceeds the amount that can be provided by current employees due to caseload limits or time constraints. 

• Covington KTL Service Contract_ 24-25

The purpose of this MOU is to outline the collaboration of the Parties in developing and operating the regional model for YSA. Northern Kentucky University and NKCES are aligned in their aspirations to be nationally recognized for being student-ready and regionally-engaged campuses that empower diverse learners for economic and social mobility. In support of student success, this continued innovative approach provides students with a clear path to their educational success through an early college Academy. Research indicates that high school students enrolled in early colleges are significantly more likely to graduate from high school, enroll in college, and complete a four-year degree.

The Young Scholars Academy is model for the region, the Commonwealth, and the country as an innovative partnership between P-12 and post-secondary schools to benefit students. The YSA will continue to be housed on NKU’s Highland Heights campus.

The Initial Term of this MOU shall be August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2031.

• YSA Expansion MOU FINAL 08122024_2025 thru 2031.pdf

October 15 ~ Community Advisory Team (CAT) Meeting, 6 p.m. at Ninth District Elementary

October 24 ~ Regular Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., 25 E. 7th Street

October 25 ~ Ninth District Viking Boo Fest, 7 p.m. at Ninth District Elementary

November 5 ~ Staff Planning Day, No Students

November 6 ~ Election Day, Schools and Offices Closed

November 7 ~ Regular Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., 25 E. 7th Street

November 12 ~ Community Advisory Team (CAT) Meeting, 6 p.m. at Latonia Elementary

November 21 ~ Regular Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., 25 E. 7th Street

February 21-23, 2025 ~ KSBA 2025 Annual Conference, Galt House, Louisville

Visit EventLink.com for all athletic schedules.  GO BULLDOGS!  

Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) the Board may go into executive session.