Breathitt Elementary School
August 09, 2021 3:00 PM
August Regular Meeting
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Review of Mission and Vision Statement
Discussion

Mission and vision were discussed. 

3.1. Mission- Making children Ready for a Changing World
3.2. Vision- Our vision is that every student will gain necessary knowledge and skills to succeed at their highest potential.
3.3. Beliefs- We believe all students can become lifelong learners, thinkers, and productive contributors to our society. It is our responsibility to ensure all students have the opportunity to learn at a high level in a safe and secure learning environment.
4. Approval of Agenda
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mr. Henry Turner and a second by Mrs. Jessica Fugate and the consensus of the council.

5. Approval of Minutes
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mrs. Teresa Combs and a second by Mr. Henry Turner and the consensus of the council.

6. Financial Report
Discussion

Mr. Fugate discussed that at this time MRC has approximately $5700 remaining the SBDM budget.  The council discussed asking teachers for any needs before spending the money.  Some items already discussed include easels and money bait for primary and Storyworks for 2nd-6th grade.  Office supplies, such as folders, tape and staples will also be purchased.

6.1. Susan Watts-Federal Programs
Discussion

Federal programs: Susan Watts explained the difference between Title I, II, IV, V funds. She discussed the process and how funds are used by the district. She explained the ranking report, per pupil amount, spendable amount, council input on budget, and monitoring the budget at SBDM meetings. The spendable amount after salary and fringe is paid for three teachers at MRC is $63,719.21 and $1,954.70 in parental involvement. The Council decided to have a special called meeting on August 16 to discuss and finalize those budgets. Budgets need to be turned in to Susan by August 31. Susan also talked about rolling Title I & II funds together. This decision is up to the Council. After discussion Teresa Combs made a motion to approve rolling Title I & II funds together, Christy Taulbee seconded and all were in favor. Council also decided to continue to spend Title IV & V funds as is.

6.2. SBDM Budget
7. New Business
Discussion


7.1. Social Studies Curriculum
Discussion

Social Studies Curriculum: Mr. Fugate informed the Council that the TCI formally called History Alive has been shipped and is on its way.

8. Review of 2020-2021 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan
Discussion

The council discussed the CSIP



9. Academic Report
9.1. WIN (What I Need)
Discussion

WIN (What I Need): Henry Turner made a motion to approve the WIN Curriculum be added to the instructional day, Jessica Fugate seconded and all were in favor.

9.2. Professional Developement
Discussion

Mr. Fugate informed the council that certified and classified staff had attended 3 days of PD at BHS.

10. Policy Review/Reading/Adoption
Discussion

Henry Turner made a motion to approve the 2nd reading of the Drop-Off/Pick-Up Policy, Teresa Combs seconded and all were in favor.

11. Per KRS 61.80 (f) Consider approval of entering into closed session to discuss personnel matters relating to the hiring of a teacher
Discussion

Teresa Combs made a motion to go into closed session for interviews, Jessica Fugate seconded and all were in favor.

12. Consider approval of resuming open session
Discussion

Teresa Combs made a motion to return from closed session, Henry Turner seconded and all were in favor.

13. Public Comments
Discussion

No public in attendance


14. Other Comments
Discussion

The sixth grade honors day was held outside.  It was well received by the parents and family members and the students seemed satisfied.


The board will meet soon to discuss posting the jobs from the ESSER funding.

15. Adjournment
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Adjournment passed with a motion by Mrs. Jessica Fugate and a second by Mr. Henry Turner and the consensus of the council.