Nelson County
January 19, 2016 5:00 PM
Nelson County Regular
I. Call to Order
Board Chair
Rationale

Pledge of Allegiance

 

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.


                     BOARD MISSION STATEMENT

The NELSON COUNTY BOARD of EDUCATION, representatives of our citizens
 and entrusted with their children,
 pledges to support the mission of the
NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
 
by setting visionary direction through effective policy, oversight
 and efficient resource management.

VISION STATEMENT

QUALITY EDUCATION NOW-LEARNING FOR LIFE

II. Changes to the Agenda
III. Organization of the Board
Dr. Orr
III.A. Election of Chairperson
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Motion to elect Diane Berry as Chairperson for 2016. passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

III.B. Election of Vice Chairperson
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Motion to elect Larry Pate as Vice Chairperson for 2016. passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Berry and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.

IV. Student & Stakeholder Engagement
IV.A. Student Performance
Dr. Orr
IV.B. Good News
Dr. Orr
Attachments
IV.C. Expect the Best Recognition
Dr. Orr
Rationale

Certified: Mary Gagne (Foster Heights)

Classified: Misty Roller (Foster Heights)

Parent: Patricia Gilliland (NCELC)

Student: Haley Abell (NCHS)

 

IV.D. NC Schools Community Support Inc. Employee Lease Agreement
Dr. Orr
Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approval of authorization for the superintendent to negotiate an employee lease agreement for the Executive Director position of NCSCS. passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.

V. Operations Consent Agenda
Board Chair
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve consent items as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. David Norman.

V.A. Information: Personnel Actions
Rationale

 

Employment: Jessica Barrett   ELC    IA II

                      Billie Jo Reiter    FHES  Cook/Baker

Transfers: Amy Hatfield (OKHMS to FH)

Reinstatements: One Year Certification: None

Classified Subs:

Certified Substitute: Amy Vittitow, Shelly Blevins

Student Workers: Alex Greer, Bailey Parsons, Jessica Barnes, Mary Walden

Non-Renewals: None

Resignations: Becky Chesser Instruct. Asst. ELC

Retirements: None

Reprimands/Terminations: None


Attachments
V.B. Treasurer's Report
Attachments
V.C. Bills and Claims
Attachments
V.D. MUNIS Report
Attachments
V.E. Leaves of Absence
Attachments
V.F. Minutes from Previous Meeting
Rationale

December Board Meeting - 12/15/15

January Work Session - 1/7/16

Attachments
V.G. Fundraiser Requests
Attachments
V.H. Overnight/Out-of-State Trips
Attachments
VI. Efficient Resource Management
VI.A. Draft Budget 2016-2017
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

Draft Budget 2017

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve request for attached Draft Budget for FY 2017. passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mr. David Norman.

VI.B. Staffing Formula
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

Staffing Formula FY 2017

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve request for the attached staffing formula for FY 2017. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

VI.C. NCELC Bids
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

NCELC Construction Bids

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the attached NCELC construction bids. passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

VI.D. 2006 & 2007 Bond Refinancing Resolution
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

Adoption of resolution authorizing Finance Corporation to refinance bonds.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the attached resolution authorizing the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation to refinance two bond issues. passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. David Norman.

VI.E. Technology Offers of Assistance
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

SFCC Technology Offer II 2017     

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve request for the attached 2nd SFCC offer of assistance for technology for FY 2017. passed with a motion by Mr. David Norman and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.

VI.F. School Make-Up Day for 2015-2016 Calendar
Tim Beck
Rationale

Date Missed                  Make-Up Day

January 12, 2016            February 15, 2016    

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve this make-up day as presented. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.

VII. Professional Growth & Effectiveness System
VII.A. Leadership Lab
Dr. Orr
Rationale

The Nelson County Schools will implement a professional learning program referred to herein as the Nelson County Schools Leadership Lab.  The goals of the Leadership Lab are:

  • Recruit high-quality certified staff

  •  Improve teacher retention

  •  Reduce emergency certifications

  •  Build teacher leadership capacity

  •  Build instructional leadership capacity

  •  Improve and stabilize student achievement

  •  Build momentum for positive district and school culture shifts

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  The Nelson County Board of Education approve the Leadership Lab Program to begin the 2016-2017 school year. passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.

VIII. Student and Stakeholder Engagement
VIII.A. Guest Comments
Board Chair
Rationale

Guest Comment Policy
Any person wishing to address the Board may do so by following these rules:
Individuals representing themselves are limited to 3 minutes.
Individuals representing a group are limited to 5 minutes.
Please step up to the microphone, state your name and address, and, if you represent a group, state the name of the group you are representing.

IX. Adjourn Regular Session
Board Chair
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Motion to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. David Norman.

X. Convene Nelson County School District Finance Corporation
Board Chair
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. David Norman.

XI. Call to Order
Board Chair
XII. Confirm Officers
Board Chair
XIII. Refinancing of 2006 & 2007 Bonds
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

Adoption of resolution to refinance two bond issues (2006 & 2007.)

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approval for the attached resolution to refinance two bond issues (2006 & 2007). passed with a motion by Mr. David Norman and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.

XIV. Adjourn Finance Corporation Meeting
Board Chair
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. David Norman.

XV. Convene Executive Session
XVI. Adjourn Executive Session
XVII. Reconvene Regular Session
XVIII. Adjourn Regular Session