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CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
II.
RECOGNITION
II.A.
Student Perfect Attendance
II.B.
Family Resource Youth Services Center(FRYSC) Week
Family Resource Youth Services Center coordinators across the state are being recognized the week of February 5-9, 2024. FRYSC coordinators build relationships between schools, homes, and communities to support families and help students succeed. We would like to take time to thank FRYSC coordinators for all their hard work. They provide an invaluable service with the main goal of helping each student to learn to their fullest potential and to be successful into adulthood. Please join us in celebrating Family Resource and Youth Services Center coordinators. Thank you to Natasha Johnson and Marilyn Benton for your dedication to our students and families.
II.C.
Black History Month - Dr. Carter G. Woodson
“Those who have no record of what their forebears have accomplished lose the inspiration which comes from the teaching of biography and history.”
These are the words of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, distinguished black author, editor, publisher, and historian (December 1875-April 1950). Known as the “Father of African American History,” Dr. Woodson holds an outstanding position in early 20th Century American History. He wrote numerous books and articles in order to present a more accurate view of African American’s history and accomplishments. Dr. Woodson received his Bachelor of Literature degree from Berea College during the years 1900-1903. In 1915, he co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in Washington, D.C. This organization initiated Negro History Week in 1926. The celebration of African American History Month was proclaimed by President Gerald Ford in 1976 and this year marks the 44th anniversary. Schools, churches and businesses celebrate African American culture and contributions during African American History Month.
II.D.
School Counselor Recognition Week February 5-9, 2024
National School Counseling Week 2024 (#NSCW24) is Feb. 5-9, 2024, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week, sponsored by ASCA, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. National School Counseling Week is always celebrated the first full week in February. The 2024 theme is "School Counseling: Standards-Based, Student-Focused." Thank you to our counselors, Cindy Richardson (Elementary School), Mary Lewis (Middle School) and Eef Fontanez (High School).
II.E.
National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day - February 15
Officer Brent Bradley
School Resource Officers (SRO) are full-time law enforcement officers with sworn law enforcement authority, trained in school-based policing and crisis response and assigned by an employing law enforcement agency to work with schools using community-oriented policing concepts.
SROs bridge gaps between youth and law enforcement and embrace a triad concept of school policing, serving in informal counseling, education and law enforcement roles to support the students and communities they serve. It also describes SROs as “valuable and essential members of the education community” who “deserve unwavering respect and support from the public in the pursuit of keeping schools and students safe.”
II.F.
National Public Schools Week: February 26-March 1, 2024
National Public Schools Week February 26-March 1, 2024. Celebrating all the amazing things that happen every day in public schools to promote access, opportunity, equitable outcomes and student success. We appreciate all that everyone does. It takes a village to educate a child. Sincere appreciation and thanks to board members, teachers, administrators, district and support staff, parents, business, industry, post secondary and community leaders who strive to make a positive impact day in and day out for students.
II.G.
Career Technical Education Month
CTE Month® is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate the value of CTE and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs across the country.
II.H.
Gifted and Talented
Gifted and Talented (GT) Lori McCay
February is designated as Gifted Education Month in Kentucky.
III.
COMMUNICATION
III.A.
Board Report
III.A.1.
Superintendent Report
III.A.2.
Financial Report
III.A.3.
Attendance and Enrollment
III.B.
School Reports
III.B.1.
Elementary
III.B.2.
Middle School
III.B.3.
High School
III.C.
Audience Comments
IV.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Motion Passed: Approval of the agenda as written was passed with a motion by Mr. Tom McCay and a second by Mr. Nathaniel Hackett.
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Rebecca Blankenship
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Absent
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Dr. Jacqueline Burnside
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Yes
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Mr. Van Gravitt
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Yes
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Mr. Tom McCay
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Yes
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Mr. Nathaniel Hackett
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Yes
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V.
BUSINESS/CONSENT ITEMS FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
Motion Passed: Approval of the Business/Consent Items for Board Consideration passed with a motion by Mr. Tom McCay and a second by Dr. Jacqueline Burnside.
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Rebecca Blankenship
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Absent
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Dr. Jacqueline Burnside
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Yes
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Mr. Van Gravitt
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Yes
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Mr. Tom McCay
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Yes
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Mr. Nathaniel Hackett
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Yes
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V.A.
Minutes
Approve the minutes of the board meetings on January 2, 2024 and January 22, 2024. Requested by Kathie Ridge, Secretary, and recommended by Dr. Diane Hatchett, Superintendent.
V.B.
Financial Reports
Approve the financial reports of the Elementary, Middle School, High School, Food Service and General Fund, including the Orders of the Treasurer. Requested by Tony Tompkins, Director of Operations and recommended by Dr. Diane Hatchett, Superintendent.
V.C.
Certified Appeals Panel Appointment - Jennifer Whitt
Per Berea Board of Education Policy 03.18, approve Jennifer Whitt to serve as the board appointed member of the Certified Evaluation Appeals Panel. Requested and recommended by Dr. Diane Hatchett, Superintendent.
V.D.
Classified Appeals Panel Appointment - Tony Tompkins
Per Berea Board of Education Policy 03.28, approve Tony Tompkins to serve as the board appointed member of the Classified Evaluation Appeals Panel. Requested and recommended by Dr. Diane Hatchett, Superintendent.
V.E.
2024-2025 School Staffing Allocations
Per Berea Board of Education Policy 02.4331, approve the staffing allocation in order to be compliant with KRS 157.360 and KRS 160.345. Requested and recommended by Dr. Diane Hatchett, Superintendent.
V.F.
MOU Campbellsville University Tuition Reduction Online Programs
Approval of the MOU and authorization for the designated officials to sign the agreement, formalizing the partnership between Berea Independent School District and Campbellsville University. Requested by Tony Tompkins, Director of Operations, and recommended by Dr. Diane Hatchett, Superintendent
VI.
BUSINESS/ACTION ITEMS FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
VI.A.
First Reading of Policy 03.221 - Salaries
The administration recommends that the Board proceed with the first reading of the proposed revisions to Policy 03.221 - Salaries, initiating the formal review process. Reqested by Tony Tompkins, Director of Operations and recommended by Dr. Diane Hatchett, Superintendent.
Motion Passed: The administration recommends that the Board proceed with the first reading of the proposed revisions to Policy 03.221 - Salaries, initiating the formal review process passed with a motion by Mr. Nathaniel Hackett and a second by Mr. Tom McCay.
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Rebecca Blankenship
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Absent
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Dr. Jacqueline Burnside
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Yes
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Mr. Van Gravitt
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Yes
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Mr. Tom McCay
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Yes
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Mr. Nathaniel Hackett
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Yes
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VI.B.
Executive Session
Motion to move to executive session for discussion of a student disciplinary matter under K.R.S. 61.810(f). Requested and recommended by Van Gravitt, Board Chair.
Motion Passed: Motion to move to executive session for discussion of a student disciplinary matter under K.R.S. 61.810(f) passed with a motion by Mr. Nathaniel Hackett and a second by Mr. Tom McCay.
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Rebecca Blankenship
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Absent
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Dr. Jacqueline Burnside
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Yes
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Mr. Van Gravitt
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Yes
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Mr. Tom McCay
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Yes
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Mr. Nathaniel Hackett
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Yes
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VI.C.
Return to Regular Session
Return to Regular Session
Motion Passed: Return to Regular Session passed with a motion by Mr. Van Gravitt and a second by Mr. Tom McCay.
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Rebecca Blankenship
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Absent
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Dr. Jacqueline Burnside
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Yes
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Mr. Van Gravitt
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Yes
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Mr. Tom McCay
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Yes
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Mr. Nathaniel Hackett
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Yes
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VII.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
VIII.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion Passed: Approval to adjourn the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Van Gravitt and a second by Mr. Nathaniel Hackett.
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Rebecca Blankenship
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Absent
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Dr. Jacqueline Burnside
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Yes
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Mr. Van Gravitt
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Yes
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Mr. Tom McCay
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Yes
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Mr. Nathaniel Hackett
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Yes
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IX.
2024 Meeting Schedule
2024 Meeting Schedule
All meetings will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Kennedy Theater with the exception of the work session meetings and those noted which will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Central Office.
Monday, January 22, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday February 19, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, March 18, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, April 15, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, May 20, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, June 17, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, July 15, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, August 19, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, September 16, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, October 21, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, November 4, 2024 Central Office (5:30 p.m. Assessment – Work Session)
Monday, November 18, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, December 16, 2024 Kennedy Theater
Monday, January 6, 2025 Central Office (5:30 p.m. Elect Chair and Set Meeting Dates-Work Session)
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