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I.
Call to Order
Board Chair
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
II.A.
Organization of Board
II.A.1.
Election of Chairperson
Motion Passed: Motion to nominate and elect Mr. Frank Hall to the position of Chairperson of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
II.A.2.
Election of Vice-Chairperson
Motion Passed: Action to nominate and elect Mr. Nicky Raper to the position of Vice-Chairperson of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.
II.A.3.
Schedule of Board Meetings
Motion Passed: Motion to establish the following schedule for meetings of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
III.
Student/Employee Performance: Foster Heights
Supt. Lantz
IV.
Student/Employee Recognition
Supt. Lantz
Resolution
School Board Member Recognition Month in Kentucky
TO all whom these presents shall come:
WHEREAS the challenge of public education is to provide all children with the opportunities to learn, to succeed and to develop skills that will help set the foundation for the rest of their lives; and
WHEREAS the members of the Nelson County Board of Education have accepted that challenge and strive to give their students the best possible learning experiences; and
WHEREAS this community's school board members are challenged to lead the educational direction and development of the community by setting clear goals and expectations; and
WHEREAS these leaders are examples of the selfless volunteerism that is so vital to community input and leadership in our school system; and
WHEREAS these leaders are advocates for a safe learning environment for their students and for professional growth for their faculty and staff; and
WHEREAS January 2009 marks Kentucky's observation of the continuing contributions by these outstanding local leaders;
THEREFORE, I, Janice Lantz, Superintendent of the Nelson County Schools, do hereby declare the month of January 2009 as School Board Member Recognition Month and urge all citizens to honor Mr. Frank Hall, Mr. Damon Jackey, Mr. Nicky Rapier, Mr. Larry Pate and Mr. Adam Wheatley for their dedication to the shared goal of a better life for our children and our future leaders.
V.
Operations Consent Agenda
Board Chair
Motion Passed: Motion to approve consent items as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.
V.A.
Information: Personnel Actions
V.B.
Job Description Updates
The terminology on the following positions was updated, with reference to KIRIS (replaced with formative and summative assessments) and site-based (replaced by school based council) changed. Added are references to Rtl’s and ILP’s for modified instruction and services for students. Working with newly created Athletic Director (for elementary & middle) was included. Other changes were included to make terminology parallel and consistent throughout each description. No major responsibilities added or deleted in any—just updated.
· Secondary Guidance Counselor
· Warehouse Supervisor/Bus Trainer
· Substitute Teacher
· Energy Educator/Manager
· Director of Administrative Services
· Executive Director of Support Services and Director of Pupil Personnel
V.C.
Treasurer's Report
V.D.
Bills and Claims
V.E.
MUNIS Report
V.F.
Leaves of Absence
V.G.
Minutes from Previous Meeting
V.H.
Overnight/Out-of-State Trips
VI.
Student Support Services
Board Chair
VI.A.
Construction Update
Update for all current construction projects which include the following: renovation/addition of Nelson County High School, renovation of the high school athletic facilities, the Vocational School renovation/addition, the status of the additional high school, and the renovation/addition for Foster Heights School.
VI.B.
Change Orders
VI.B.1.
Change Order # 60: NCHS
Additions and revisions of gas cocks in the science labs were completed after requests from school staff. All changes improved teaching efficiency and safety. Walker mechanical can provide all labor and materials for $1658.00.
Motion Passed: Action to approve Change Order #60, Nelson County High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.
VI.B.2.
Change Order # 1: Foster Heights
After demolition of roof to be replaced at Foster Heights it was discovered that there was no expansion joint on existing roof. In order to ensure lasting results for replacement roof it was determined that installation of an expansion joint to be necessary. The Young Group can provide all labor and materials for expansion joint installation for a cost of $6,699.00.
Motion Passed: Action to approve Change Order #1, Foster Heights renovation/addition, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.
VI.C.
Final Payment: TWF, Inc., W.R. Cole, Landmark Sprinkler
The above vendors have completed all contractual obligations and work has been inspected and found acceptable by architect, construction manager, and owner.
Final payment to TWF, Inc. $13,040.00
Final payment to W. R. Cole $17,890.95
Landmark Sprinkler, Inc. $13,077.00
Motion Passed: Action to approve final payment to TWF, Inc., in the amount of $13,040.00, W. R. Cole, in the amount of $17,890.95, and Landmark Sprinkler, in the amount of $13,077.00, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.
VI.D.
2009-2010 Draft Budget
This budget reflects recommended changes in the staffing formula intended to balance the budget anticipating a possible 4% cut in the SEEK base for 2009-2010.
Motion Passed: Action to approve the draft budget for 2009-2010, which reflects recommended changes in the staffing formula intended to balance the budget anticipating a possible 4% reduction in the SEEK base for 2009-2010, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
VI.E.
2009-2010 Staffing Formula
This proposed 2009-2010 staffing formula is being revised anticipating a 4% decrease in the SEEK allocation for 2009-2010.
Motion Passed: Action to approve the revised 2009 - 2010 staffing formula, anticipating a 4% decrease in the SEEK allocation, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
VI.F.
KISTA Bus Purchase
The attached proposed resolution allows our participation in the KISTA bus purchase program. The estimated interest rate is not to exceed four percent and we are currently earning four percent on our deposits. These bonds can be paid early without penalty if is deemed to be in our best interest. Fees for our recommended participation in the program at this time are only $2,500.
Motion Passed: Action to adopt the proposed resolution to participate in the KISTA program for purchase of school buses was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.
VII.
Student Instructional Services
Board Chair
VII.A.
Math Program and Concepts Review
Board members will receive a report highlighting current district math initiatives (K-12). The presentation will include:
· Terminology/definitions
· Curriculum initiatives K-12
· Program strategies/interventions
· Assessments
VII.B.
TIP Grant Applications
VII.B.1.
TIP Grant: "Exploring American History" - New Haven
New Haven School is requesting a Teacher Initiated Program (TIP) grant from the Kentucky Arts Council in the amount of $1,080. The grant requires matching funds in the amount of $570. This grant will fund a 10-day residency at New Haven of theater artist Kathi E.B. Ellis for a project entitled “Exploring and Interpreting American History.”
The primary contacts and sponsors for this program are language arts instructor Debbie Unger and curriculum consultant Clara Fulkerson. The artist will lead students through a study of the elements of drama, including literary, performance and technical aspects. The residency will include literary elements through Native American stories, historical novels, and student journal entries. Performance elements will be explored with both the Native American and the Western Expansion units as students create characters for the final performance. Technical elements will be included through development of student performances and by creating a 3-D mask during the Native American unit. Culminating performances will feature dramatic interpretation of Native American stories and dramatic presentations based on students’ study of historical novels.
The project is planned for October 19-30, 2009.
Motion Passed: Action to approve the TIP Grant application "Exploring American History" for New Haven School was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
VII.B.2.
TIP Grant: "African Rhythm" - Bloomfield Elementary
Bloomfield Elementary School is requesting a Teacher Initiated Program (TIP) grant from the Kentucky Arts Council in the amount of $540. The grant requires matching funds in the amount of $285. This grant will fund a 5-day residency at Bloomfield of performance arts specialist Yolantha Harrison-Pace. Through this grant, fourth and fifth grade classes will participate in a week of West African Rhythm Movement and Sound workshops. On the final day of the residency, all students from kindergarten through fifth grade will participate in a cultural fair in which Harrison-Pace will teach them about West African Culture as she instructs them in mini-lessons on music & dance. Students and teachers will be creatively engaged in learning traditional movements and choreographing original dances based on the movements. They will play polyrhythms & create rhythm patterns. After learning the role of costumes in West African dance, students will wrap fabric to create their own costumes. Unlike simply reading about other cultures and watching dance videos, this project gives students the opportunity to stand up, move their bodies and create rhythm. This provides an authentic, culturally enriching and memorable experience for teachers, students and parents.
If approved, the five-day residency will take place in November, 2009.
Motion Passed: Action to approve the TIP Grant application "African Rhythm" for Bloomfield Elementary was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
VII.B.3.
TIP Grant: "Culturally Diverse Music" - Bloomfield Elementary
Bloomfield Elementary School is requesting a Teacher Initiated Program (TIP) grant from the Kentucky Arts Council in the amount of $540. The grant requires matching funds in the amount of $285. This grant will fund a 5-day residency at Bloomfield of musical artist Jim McGee. McGee is an artist specializing in studies of Jazz, Appalachian, Blues, Folk, and other musical genres. McGee will provide a culturally diverse program where students, faculty, parents and the community will learn first hand how music in the United States is a melting pot of traditions from immigrants from throughout the world. Students will learn about the origins and history of Blues, Gospel, Appalachian Folk Music, and Country. The residency will start with the artist delivering four instructional sessions during a school-wide Cultural Fair. McGee will then build on that experience through daily sessions with four core groups during the next four days. He will engage students by teaching them songs that had their beginnings in the 17th century through contributions of immigrants from Ireland and Germany and those brought here during the time of the slave trade with Africa. If approved, the five-day residency will take place in November, 2009.
Motion Passed: Action to approve the TIP Grant application "Culturally Diverse Music" for Bloomfield Elementary was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
VII.B.4.
TIP Grant: "Making Math Art" - OKHMS
Old Kentucky Home Middle School is requesting a Teacher Initiated Program (TIP) grant from the Kentucky Arts Council in the amount of $540. The grant requires matching funds in the amount of $285. This grant will fund a 5-day residency at OKHMS of artist Alfredo Escobar. Mr. Escobar will collaborate with art teacher Molly Hazle and math teacher Berry Alcorn on a project entitled “Making Math Art.” This project will combine elements and principals of art with the math concepts of fractions and proportion. Four core groups of sixth grade students will be involved in this project and will work with the artist and both instructors to combine art and math concepts and create one enlarged composition. This project offers significant professional development opportunities for the faculty and staff at OKHMS, who will learn how to better incorporate artistic concepts across core content areas. If approved, the residency will take place during the fall term of the 2009-2010 school year.
Motion Passed: Action to approve the TIP Grant application "Making Math Art" for Old Kentucky Home Middle School was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.
VIII.
Guest Comments
Board Chair
IX.
Change in Date: February 10, 2009 Regular Meeting
The February Regular Meeting of the Nelson County Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 5 PM at the District Central Office.
X.
Adjourn Regular Session
Board Chair
Motion Passed: Motion to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.
XI.
Convene Executive Session
XII.
Adjourn Executive Session
XIII.
Reconvene Regular Session
XIV.
Adjourn Regular Session
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