Boundless Library Project

Based on what has been discovered about the Allen County partnership, it was recommended that we look to get our students registered as a public library card holder and provide information on how to access services through the public library considering SCHS students already have access to direct link.  Eric and Debora Lawson will be meeting again to work on a collaborative solution to make this happen.  As a result of the first meeting with Debora, Eric cited the difficulty and expense of merging the software data in addition to proper software licensing to address this initiative in a similar manner as Allen County.

        II.      Out-of-district meetings

August 31^st; OVEC - Shelbyville

September 19^th; Advanced Ed. Continuous Learning Summit - Lexington

Principal’s Meeting Agenda

*See Attached

Program Director’s Meeting

*See Attached

Advisory Council Agenda

*N/A

TES Construction Project

As you can see driving by, we are beginning to see infrastructure from the road.  Weather has been perfect for concrete work, and we should be under roof before wet weather comes upon us.  Attached are additional agenda’s, minutes, etc. from the monthly meeting.  Color selection is currently being considered by the Building Committee at TES and we will be receiving a credit for plumbing infrastructure in the restrooms as described in my Friday updates.

         VII.    School Readiness Summit

Considering an important part of my personal growth, as well as inclusion within the growth plans of other district leaders, you will see an attachment from the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood regarding our selection for the School Readiness Summit held on Thursday the 22^nd.  A team led by Mr. Abell and Mr. Russell participated and it looks as if our selection could provide up to $15,000 for each of our licensed childcare centers; Bear Care, Early Head Start, and Head Start.  Although we don’t have all the details at this time, I’m led to believe that a mini-grant for each site considering we meet the standards of the action plans created will provide the opportunity for us to receive these funds.

         VIII.   Soft Skills          

Consideration of additional direction in this area would be appreciated as there has been various demonstrations of soft-skill integration within the curriculum as well as within intra-curricular clubs during the first month of school.

         IX.    Bus Purchases

Action item this month with a decision on a set number of buses to purchase, as well as the funding stream.  I would certainly recommend the outright purchase of two buses, with the possibility of utilizing KISTA for one.  The outright purchase of three buses is not outside the realm of possibility, however, it will completely encumber anticipated tax revenue, forcing us to utilize contingency for other areas of instructional need and/or increased personnel cost throughout the year.

          X.     Transportation

Mr. Thomas is currently working on re-districting scenarios with the least amount of interruption to the current route system, while maximizing the opportunity for federal funds by balancing the population of at-risk students.  As I’m aware of questions throughout the community regarding our plans, this could serve as the primary topic for the public forum that was discussed during my evaluation and growth plan; possibly at the December BOE Meeting?

         XI.      Trophy Surplus

This has just recently come to light in the past month and is on the action agenda for consideration.  My recommendation would be similar to what I implied in my updates to you 2 or 3 weeks ago, but I’m interested in hearing additional suggestions before action is taken.

            X.     Working Budget

There will be additional discussion on the Working Budget tonight, especially considering what action is taken on the buses so that an understanding to the entire BOE is presented in relation to the “target” contingency and section 7, or other expenditures that arise throughout the year.

           XI.     Shortened School Day/Week

Just to clarify since this may be the first time some of you have seen this on the agenda (consent), this is primarily a function used to meet the standards of an IEP or 504 Plan for some students.  In the vast majority of cases, this is done within our Exceptional Student Department and does require KDE approval after BOE approval.  However, because of the meticulous nature of confidentiality surrounding any identifying information regarding these students, it is routinely placed on the consent agenda to avoid specific discussion in open session. 

          XII.     SCES Front Office

As a result of the Safe School walk through last year and discussion among the BOE, Jim has presented me with an estimate to provide a second entrance to the front of the building in the amount of $14,208.  If interested in pursuing immediately, I need to know in order to place it on the action agenda next month.