The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Larry Muse. Also present were Don Neal, Superintendent and Gordon Germain, Board Counsel.

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Superintendent, Don Neal shared that Wayne County School District received Certificate of Achievement (Kentucky Safe Schools Week) from Kentucky Center for School Safety (KCSS) with over 1,000 online "Light the Way" pledges during the 2023 campaign.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 65.

Superintendent, Don Neal shared that the 27 member Elementary Cheerleaders won first place at 12th Region KAPOS Cheerleading Competition at Pulaski County High School on November 13, 2023.  They competed in the large 2.5 minute division. They advance to state on December 16, 2023 in Corbin, KY.

Superintendent, Don Neal shared Migrant/EL Coordinator Brian Ford received the "KY World Language Association Administrator of the year award during their annual conference in Lexington, KY.

Superintendent, Don Neal shared WCMS has established clubs for the first time with 24 different topics that students can be a part on a monthly basis. He also stated that there were many Veterans Programs held throughout the district in honor of Veteran's Day.

Assistant Superintendent, Brian Dishman presented regarding 2022-2023 state accountability data.   Wayne County Schools earned a yellow (medium) rating at all three levels (elementary, middle, high).  Each level showed improvement in their overall score from the previous year.  Mr. Dishman shared several positives in the data including increases in test scores in math, science, social studies and writing at the elementary school, and increases in reading, social studies and writing at the middle school.  Mr. Dishman also highlighted post-secondary readiness at the high school for receiving a very high status score and showing a significant improvement over the prior year. 

Mr. Dishman further discussed the need to improve student performance in reading and math, and highlighted the impact of the pandemic on students currently in grades 3 and 4.  He shared several strategies the district is using to improve reading and math scores including:  implementing high-quality curriculum and instructional practices, reading intervention plans for students in grades K-3, and leveraging iReady personalized learning and standards mastery to meet student needs and track progress toward proficiency.

Copies may be found in Minute Abstract Files # 66.

Personnel Changes:

Clingerman, Mischa                Substitute Special Needs Assistant

Dishman, Leta                         Full time Bus Monitor-Transportation

Edwards, Greg                        Bus Driver-Transportation

Gregory, Amy                         Substitute Teacher

Gregory, Missy                       PM Bus Monitor-Transportation

Jackson, Emily                       Instructional Assistant-WELC

LaFevers, John                       Assistant Dance Coach @ WCHS

Lowe, Deborah                       Substitute Bus Monitor

McClellan, Heather                 Cook/Baker @ Food Service

Moreno, Zulema                     Cook/Baker@ Food Service

Morris, L. Josephine               Special Needs Assistant @ WELC

Ramirez, Ludy                        Cook/Baker @ Food Service

Rigney, Misty                          Substitute Bus Monitor-Transportation

Romero-Benitez, Margarita    Substitute Cook/Baker @ Food Service

Ruiz, Omira                             Cook/Baker @ Food Service

Stockton, Mary Beth               Elementary Cheer Coach

Torres, Elsa Roman               MS Bilingual Instructional Assistant

Turner, Emma                        Assistant Bowling Coach @ WCHS

Upchurch, Danny                    Assistant Athletic Director

Veloz, Margarita                     Substitute Bus Monitor-Transportation

Reassigned -

Bell, Melinda                           Employee Benefit Specialist from SP Ed Administrative Assistant @ BoE

Neal, Stefanie                         Finance Officer from Employee Benefit Specialist @ BoE   

Rigney, Misty                          Cook/Baker @ Bell Elementary from HS (Food Service)

Resigned –

Dishman, Cheryl                     Cook/Baker Food Service     

Keith, Jason                            MS Baseball Coach

Morgan, Callie                         Dance Coach @ WCMS

Raines, Ashley                        Instructional Assistant @ Walker-Remain as Sub Aide

On Leave –

Albertson, McKenzie              FMLA (10/30/23-12/15/23)

Cook, Tina                               FMLA (10/05/23-01/04/24)

Gregory, Miranda                    FMLA (10/16/23-11/14/23)

Pace, Tiffany                          FMLA (10/30/23-01/22/24)

Smith, Juanelle                       FMLA (11/01/23-01/17/24)

Retired-

Burnett, Peggy                        Instructional Assistant Effective 10/31/2023

Approval of Revised BG 1 in Reference to Land Acquisition from Land Purchase (Gregory Property) in 2013.

Order #64 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Revised BG 1 in Reference to Land Acquisition from Land Purchase (Gregory Property) in 2013. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

A copy may be found in Minute Abstract Files # 67.

Approval of FACPAC BG 5 Project Closeout Form in Reference to the Wayne County District Services Building Project (BG 19-372)

Order #65 - Motion Passed:  Approval of FACPAC BG 5 Project Closeout Form in Reference to the Wayne County District Services Building Project (BG 19-372) passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #68.

Approval of Pay Request to GRW in amount of $ 14,181.50 for Professional Services Wayne County Schools-Bell Elementary HVAC Project (BG 23-333)

Order #66 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Pay Request to GRW in amount of $ 14,181.50 for Professional Services Wayne County Schools-Bell Elementary HVAC Project (BG 23-333) passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 69.

Approval of a Capital Funds Transfer to Construct, Pave Roadway and Seal Coat Lot- District Services Building in the Amount of $19,190.75.

Order #67 - Motion Passed:  Approval of a Capital Funds Transfer to Construct, Pave Roadway and Seal Coat Lot- District Services Building in the Amount of $19,190.75. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 70.

Approval to Amend Substitute Teacher Salary Schedule due to ATC Outreach Coordinator Grant.

Order #68 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Amend Substitute Teacher Salary Schedule due to ATC Outreach Coordinator Grant. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 71.

Approval of Pay Amount for New Hire Bus Driver Training Time to be set at trip rate pay per the after 90 days of employment agreement.

Order #69 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Pay Amount for New Hire Bus Driver Training Time to be set at trip rate pay per the after 90 days of employment agreement. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 72.

Approval to Declare Child Nutrition Department Equipment, Floor Mixer, Cafeteria Tables/Stools, (3)Steam Jacket Kettles, (3) Double Convection Ovens, Electrolux, Ice Maker, Combi Oven, Four Well Serving Line as Surplus Property.

Order #70 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Declare Child Nutrition Department Equipment, Floor Mixer, Cafeteria Tables/Stools, (3)Steam Jacket Kettles, (3) Double Convection Ovens, Electrolux, Ice Maker, Combi Oven, Four Well Serving Line as Surplus Property. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 73.

Approval to Declare Child Nutrition Department Equipment, Conveyer Dish Washer, Hobart Double Stove/Oven -Electric, Market Forge Steamer- Gas, Hobart Double Stack Oven-Electric, Vulcan Gas Stove and Oven, (2) Merchandiser, Heater Booster, Dishwasher, Conveyer as Salvage Property.

Order #71 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Declare Child Nutrition Department Equipment, Conveyer Dish Washer, Hobart Double Stove/Oven -Electric, Market Forge Steamer- Gas, Hobart Double Stack Oven-Electric, Vulcan Gas Stove and Oven, (2) Merchandiser, Heater Booster, Dishwasher, Conveyer as Salvage Property. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 74.

Order #72 - Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

Approval of items on the Consent Agenda 

Approval of Stefanie Neal as Finance Officer/Board Treasurer with signer on account rights.

Approval to Renew the Family Resource Youth Services Centers (FRYSC)School District Assurance Certification 2024-2026.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 76.

Approval of a Shortened School Day/Week for a Student to Receive Doctor's Requested Therapy per Student's IEP.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 77.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 78.

Approval of Facility Request for WCHS Gym on December 10, 2023 for Wayne County Cheerleaders Fundraiser (Harlem Wizards).

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 79.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 80.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 81.

APPROVAL FOR THE BOARD TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PERSONNEL ACCORDING TO KRS 61.810 AND KRS 61.915.

Order #73 - Motion Passed:  APPROVAL FOR THE BOARD TO MOVE INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS PERSONNEL ACCORDING TO KRS 61.810 AND KRS 61.915. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

APPROVAL FOR THE BOARD TO RETURN TO OPEN SESSION ACCORDING TO KRS 61.810 AND KRS 61.915.

Order #74 - Motion Passed:  APPROVAL FOR THE BOARD TO RETURN TO OPEN SESSION ACCORDING TO KRS 61.810 AND KRS 61.915. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

Approval to return to Wayne County School District former process of hiring their own custodians

Order #75 - Motion Passed:  Approval to return to Wayne County School District former process of hiring their own custodians passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

Brown Janitorial resigned from custodial contract, Superintendent, Don Neal made recommendation of former hire process for Custodians. 

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 82.

Adjournment of the meeting

Order #76 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Muse and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.