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

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve consent items as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

• Information Paper: Personnel Actions

• Treasurer's Report August 2008

• Warrant Report 8/19/08

• MUNIS Report August 2008

• Decision Paper: Leaves of Absence

• Minutes: Meeting of 7/15/08

• Decision Paper: Overnight/Out of State Trip Requests
• Dorm layout diagram: FFA Freshman Leadership Conference
• Overnight/Out of State Trip Request: FFA Freshman Leadership
• Overnight/Out of State Trip Request: FFA National Convention
• Overnight/Out of State Trip Request: NCHS Football Camp

Update for all current construction projects which include the following: renovation of Nelson County High School, renovation of the high school athletic facilities, the Vocational School renovation, the status of the additional high school, and the renovation/addition. of Foster Heights School.
Representatives from Studio Kremer and BCD, Inc. will discuss all current renovations and additions at Nelson County High School and the Vocational School.

• Information Paper: Construction Update

A variety of changes to the Vocational School HVAC system were implemented to improve efficiency.  As a result of those changes a credit of $8,485 was realized from Walker Mechanical Contractors, Inc.  After all change orders are completed involving the Vocational School HVAC system, a net increase of $280.00 will result

• Decision Paper: Change Order #30

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #30, Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

A variety of changes to the Vocational School HVAC system were implemented to improve efficiency.  As a result of those changes a credit of $12,220.00 from Trane Equipment was realized.  After all change orders are completed involving the Vocational School HVAC, a net increase of $280.00 will result. 

• Decision Paper: Change Order # 31

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #31, Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

A variety of changes to the Vocational School HVAC system were implemented to improve efficiency.  As a result of those changes a credit of $1,408.00 from Air Mechanical Sales.  After all change orders are completed involving the Vocational School HVAC system, a net increase of $280.00 will result.

• Decision Paper: Change Order # 32

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #32, Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

Change Order #36 involves a variety of issue consisting of additional fixtures in reception area, conduit for gymnasium microphone, changes in Vocational School HVAC, installation of fire alarm, and changing location of a cable tray.  J George Electric will provide all materials and labor at a cost of $7,793.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order # 36

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #36, Nelson County High School and Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

The multipurpose room is required by code to have a fire alarm system. Interstate Security Systems can supply materials for a cost of $1,207.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order # 37

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #37, Nelson County High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

To provide a more efficient teaching environment the following were requested for the HVAC shop area at the Vocational School: electrical disconnects on back and side walls, enlargement of an existing vent, and stub a new gas line for future use.  Walker Mechanical will provide all labor and materials at a cost of $1485.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order # 38

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #38, Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

After additional explanation from the State Inspector, it was required to update the existing fire alarm system at the Vocational School.  J George Electric can provide all materials and labor for the necessary wiring for a cost of $8,167.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order # 39

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #39, Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

After additional explanation from the State Inspector, it was required to update the existing fire alarm system at the Vocational School.  Interstate Security can supply all security materials and labor for required update for a cost of $5794.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order # 40

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #40, Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

A receptacle was added to automotive shop area while additional light fixtures were added to four classrooms at the vocational school.  Cost for this portion of change order is $20,730.  The bulk of the change order, $42,827, is to provide and install 82 light fixtures in the high school auditorium.  J George Electric will complete all work and provide materials for a total cost of $63,557.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order #41

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #41, Nelson County High School and Vocational School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

Additional volleyball inserts were requested in order to use the gym facilities more efficiently.  After credits were deducted, Conrad Floors, Inc. will provide all labor and materials to install five new insets and remove two existing for a cost of $1500.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order #42

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #42, Nelson County High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Approval of the pre-audit version of the fiscal 2008 Annual Financial Report.

• Decision Paper: Pre-Audit Annual Financial Report 2008
• Pre-audit AFR detail

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the Pre-Audit Annual Financial Report as presented was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

Due to our volume of purchases through KEDC vendors last year we qualify for free membership in the KEDC Cooperative.

• Decision Paper: KEDC Membership
• KEDC Membership Agreement

Motion Passed:  Action to approve KEDC Board Membership for the Nelson County Schools was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

The intent of the MOA is to invite school systems that serve military-connected children to join together in committing to a set of guiding principles. The guiding principle are designed to encourage and support schools as they work together to increase the likelihood of predictability for mobile students. The agreement supports the policy passed in regards to the support of military families.

• Decision Paper: Memorandum of Agreement - Support for Military Families
• Memorandum of Agreement: Support for Military Families

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the Memorandum of Agreement supporting military families was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Bids were received for roof repair of Foster Heights School Thursday, August 14, at the Nelson County Board of Education.

• Decision Paper: Foster Heights Roof Bids
• Studio Kremer Memorandum: FH Roof Bid

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the roof bid for Foster Heights Elementary was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Mr. John Peterson will give an update for all energy management initiatives for the Nelson County School District.

• Information Paper: energy Management
• Preliminary CAP Report: June 2008
• Preliminary CAP Report: YTD (Oct. 2007 - June 2008)

Copies of each school's activity funds have been provided for review.

• Information Paper: School Activity Fund Update
• School Activity Fund Reports

• Decision Paper: Trip Rates
• Proposed Bus Trip Rates
• Trip Invoice

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the recommended Field Trip rates as follows was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

The proposed calendars for the 2009-2010 school year, original survey results and updated results have been provided in order to determine a calendar for 2009-2010.

• A-1 10 Day Calendar
• B-1 8 Day Calendar
• C-1 5 Day Calendar
• Calendar Survey Totals
• Calendar Survey Totals as of August 15 2008
• Decision Paper: School Calendar 2009 - 2010

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Version XXX of the 2009 - 2010 School Calendar was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

No Child Left Behind / Adequate Yearly Progress Report 
Nelson County met 11 out of 13 target goals (85%).  The district report is included in the packet and a presentation will include individual school data.  An attachment includes a college readiness report which reflects the achievement of NCHS graduates who have taken the ACT.

• ACT College Readiness Report
• Information Paper: NCLB Results
• NCLB Documentation
• NCLB News Release: KDE/Ky. Council on Post-Secondary Ed.
• PowerPoint Presentation: NCLB Results

• Decision Paper: KSBA Policies
• KSBA Policies for update

• Information Paper: KSBA Procedures
• KSBA Procedures for review

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Motion Passed:  Motion to adjourn passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.