Pledge of Allegiance

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

The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Chairperson Larry Pate.

There were not any changes to the agenda.

However,Superintendent Orr shared with the board that Plan (10th graders test) scores went from 92nd in 2011-2012 to 24th in 2012-2013 in the state. Also, the Explorer (8th grade test) scores went from 78th to 72nd. Damon Jackey stated that the scores show that students from all of the schools seem to be on the same level.

The recommendation for a make-up day missed due to snow is as follows:

                        Date Missed                           Make-Up Day

                        January 25, 2013                  February 15, 2013

• DP-Make Up Day for 12-13 School Year
• Revised 2012-2013 Calendar

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve the make-up day, February 15, 2013 for the 2012-2013 school year passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

ISSUE:  Beginning with the 2012-2013 school year; school districts are required to submit their district improvement plans in the online “ASSIST” program.  Presenting to the board the current revision of the 2012-2013 Nelson County District Improvement Plan.

• DP-Current DIP 2012-2013
• NCDIP January 2013 Revision

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve the District Improvement Plan for the 2012-2013 school year passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Berry and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

Tim Beck, Director of Elementary Instruction stated that KDE needs the district improvement plan submitted by 2/1/13. Superintendent Orr told the board that the district improvement plan will be on the agenda each month to review ongoing progress.

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.

There were not any guest comments.

Motion Passed:  Motion to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mrs. Diane Berry.