Breathitt County
March 22, 2022 5:00 PM
Breathitt County Board of Education Regular Board Meeting
I. Call to Order.
I.A. Roll Call
I.B. Pledge of Allegiance/Mission and Vision
I.C. Adopt Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #268 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, adoption of the agenda passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

I.C.1. ADDENDUM: Add item: III. B.14 Consider approval of making mask optional for students and staff indoors and on buses. In the event of an increase in COVID, we will address this decision as needed. III.B.15. Consider approval of the 2022-2024 Continuation Plans for the FRYSC Program and MOA contract modification with FRYSC.III.B.16. Consider approval of Upward Bound Math-Science (UBMS II) students out of state field trip to Boston Massachusetts from April 24-27, 2022. (The dates are subject to change).
II. Presentations/Reports
II.A. Student Recognitions
II.A.1. Sebastian Elementary Academic Team-Region Back-to-Back Champions
II.A.1.a. Nathan Chapman-Social Studies-2nd Place; Language Arts- 2nd Place; 1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.1.b. Sophia Gayheart-1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.1.c. Autumn Howard-1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.1.d. Olivia Howard-1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.1.e. Willow Howard-1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.1.f. Sebrina Jiang-Written Comp- 3rd Place; Language Arts- 1st Place; 1st Place-FPS
II.A.1.g. Sydney Lindon-1st Place-FPS
II.A.1.h. John Matthew Chapman-1st Place-Quick recall
II.A.1.i. Natalie Napier-1st Place-FPS
II.A.1.j. Annie Leigh Stone-1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.1.k. Zoey Rice-1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.1.l. Jaiden Ritchie-Math- 1st Place; Science- 1st Place; Quick Recall- 1st Place
II.A.1.m. Anna Watts-Arts & Humanities- 1st Place;1st Place-FPS;1st Place-Quick Recall
II.A.2. BHS Cheerleaders-Winner of Region 14 In-Game Girls Tournament/ Runner-up Region 14 In-game Boys Tournament
II.A.2.a. Valerie Maggard-7th grade
II.A.2.b. Kyra Smith-7th grade
II.A.2.c. Lisa Strong-7th grade
II.A.2.d. Alyssa Banks-8th grade
II.A.2.e. Lily Barnett-8th grade
II.A.2.f. Kaylie Chapman-8th grade
II.A.2.g. Isabelle Spencer-8th grade
II.A.2.h. Morgan Banks-9th grade
II.A.2.i. Lexie McIntosh-9th grade
II.A.2.j. Allie Mann-9th grade
II.A.2.k. Jackson Noble-9th grade
II.A.2.l. Madison Strong-9th grade
II.A.2.m. Erin Oliver-10th grade
II.A.2.n. Lynsey Strong-10th grade
II.A.2.o. Kyra Tackett-10th grade
II.A.2.p. Hannah Turner-10th grade
II.A.2.q. Destiny Banks-11th grade
II.A.2.r. Rylee Barnett-11th grade
II.A.2.s. Amber Fugate-11th grade
II.A.2.t. Brentley Spencer-11th grade
II.A.2.u. Jenna Strong-11th grade
II.A.2.v. Kelsey Begley-12th grade
II.A.2.w. Kylee Neace-12th grade
II.A.2.x. Erin Smith-12th grade
II.A.2.y. Ellie Taulbee-12th grade
II.B. Staff Recognitions
II.B.1. Michelle Robinson-SES Academic Coach
II.B.2. Janice Turner-Hall-SES Academic Coach
II.B.3. Hack Hudson-BHS Cheerleading Coach
II.B.4. Crystal Strong- BHS Assistant Cheerleading Coach
II.C. Reports
II.C.1. Superintendent Report
Attachments
II.C.2. Attendance Report
II.C.3. Brigance Data Update
III. Student Learning and Support Items Recommended for Approval
III.A. CONSENT ITEMS
Actions Taken

Order #269 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts consent items listed below passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.A.1. Consider approval of the following MRC PTO fundraiser requests:
III.A.1.a. That's my Pan.
III.A.1.b. Biddy Ball League and concessions.
III.A.1.c. Teacher Talent Show on May 1, 2022.
III.A.1.d. Spring Fling on April 15, 2022.
III.A.1.e. T-Shirt fundraiser request.
III.A.1.f. Online auction, basket theme, and other items
III.A.2. Consider approval of SES Kona Ice Fundraiser.
III.A.3. Consider approval of board members attending the KSBA Summer Leadership Conference for July 15-16, 2022, in Lexington, KY.
III.A.4. Consider approval of board members attending the KSBA’s Annual Federal and State Law Update.
III.B. DISCUSSION ITEMS
III.B.1. Consider approval of February 22, 2022, minutes of previous meetings.
Actions Taken

Order #270 - Motion Passed:  Based on the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the minutes of the February 22, 2022 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.2. Consider approval of the February Treasurer's Report.
Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #271 - Motion Passed:  Based on the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the Treasurer's Report for March 2022 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.3. Consider approval of the March 2022 bills for payment
Actions Taken

Order #272 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.4. Consider approval of accepting the bid from RFH LLC for the FY 2022 financial audit in the amount of $21,500.
Actions Taken

Order #273 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Philip Watts, approval of accepting the bid from RFH LLC for the FY 2022 financial audit in the amount of $21,500 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.5. Consider approval of renewing student insurance to include all students with Roberts Insurance Company for the 2022-2023 school year.
Actions Taken

Order #274 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, Consider approval of renewing student insurance to include all students with Roberts Insurance Company for the 2022-2023 school year passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.6. Consider approval of the Orientation and Mobility service contract with the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals.
Actions Taken

Order #275 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Wats, approval of the Orientation and Mobility service contract with the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.7. Consider approval of the 2022-2023 Communication Plan for Breathitt County Schools.
Actions Taken

Order #276 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts approval of the 2022-2023 Communication Plan for Breathitt County Schools passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.8. Consider approval of the renewal of the NWEA MAP assessment contract in the amount of $21,255.00 for the 2022-2023 school year. This includes MAP Growth for Reading, Math, and Science.
Actions Taken

Order #277 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendations of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the renewal of the NWEA MAP assessment contract in the amount of $21,255.00 for the 2022-2023 school year. This includes MAP Growth for Reading, Math, and Science. passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.9. Consider approval of flex professional development (PD) for the 2022-2023 school year.
Actions Taken

Order #278 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of flex professional development (PD) for the 2022-2023 school year passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.10. Consider approval of utilizing ESSER II and/or ESSER III funds for a four-week Minds in Motion summer program to be held in June 2022.
Actions Taken

Order #279 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts,approval of utilizing ESSER II and/or ESSER III funds for a four-week Minds in Motion summer program to be held in June 2022 passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.11. Consider approval of hiring additional staff for the June 2022 Minds in Motion summer program, including a school nurse, a speech pathologist, an occupational therapist, instructional aides, bus drivers, bus monitors, bus aides, part-time transportation secretary, and additional teachers as needed to meet the needs of students. The total number hired would be based on total student enrollment and needs.
Actions Taken

Order #280 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of hiring additional staff for the June 2022 Minds in Motion summer program, including a school nurse, a speech pathologist, an occupational therapist, instructional aides, bus drivers, bus monitors, bus aides, part-time transportation secretary, and additional teachers as needed to meet the needs of students. The total number hired would be based on total student enrollment and needs. passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.12. Consider approval of utilizing ESSER II and/or ESSER III funds for ten extended days for all employees to address student and parent needs to minimize learning loss and to prevent, prepare for or respond to COVID19, for the school calendar year 2022-2023. If approved, specific dates will be designated in the calendar and a detailed plan will be presented to the board for approval in April. Extended days for instructional staff will be utilized for Kagan Training (5 days) and for instructional staff to prepare for instruction before the school year begins and to work on curriculum documents, lesson plans, PLC work, and similar tasks throughout the year (5 days).
Actions Taken

Order #281 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of utilizing ESSER II and/or ESSER III funds for ten extended days for all employees to address student and parent needs to minimize learning loss and to prevent, prepare for or respond to COVID19, for the school calendar year 2022-2023. If approved, specific dates will be designated in the calendar and a detailed plan will be presented to the board for approval in April. Extended days for instructional staff will be utilized for Kagan Training (5 days) and for instructional staff to prepare for instruction before the school year begins and to work on curriculum documents, lesson plans, PLC work, and similar tasks throughout the year (5 days) passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.13. Consider approval of granting ten (10) additional extended days to all nurses for the purpose of COVID-19 preparation prior to opening school for the 2022-2023 school year.
Actions Taken

Order #282 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of granting ten (10) additional extended days to all nurses for the purpose of COVID-19 preparation prior to opening school for the 2022-2023 school year passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.14. Consider approval of continuing to follow the most current Kentucky Department of Public Health guidelines related to COVID 19. If Breathitt County is “red” based on the COVID incident rate map, masks will be required for all students and staff while indoors/on buses. If Breathitt County is “yellow” or “green,” masks will be optional for all students and staff while indoors/on buses.
Actions Taken

Order #283 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of making mask optional for students and staff indoors and on buses. In the event of an increase in COVID, we will address this decision as needed. passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.15. Consider approval of the 2022-2024 Continuation Plans for the FRYSC Program.
Actions Taken

Order #284 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the 2022-2024 Continuation Plans for the FRYSC Program and an MOA contract modification with FRYSC passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.16. Consider approval of Upward Bound Math-Science (UBMS II) students out of state field trip to Boston Massachusetts from April 24-27, 2022.
Actions Taken

Order #285 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of Upward Bound Math-Science (UBMS II) students out of state field trip to Boston Massachusetts from April 24-27, 2022 (The dates are subject to change) passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.17. Consider approval of the KSBA Policy Audit Service contract in the amount of $7,500.
Actions Taken

Order #286 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the KSBA Policy Audit Service contract in the amount of $7,500 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.18. Consider approval of KSBA Coaches Handbook Development.
Actions Taken

Order #287 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of KSBA Coaches Handbook Development passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.19. Consider approval of Pay Application #12 from Standafer Builders in the amount of $367,094.13 for work to date on the new Elementary (BG#20-283).
Actions Taken

Order #288 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of Pay Application #12 from Standafer Builders in the amount of $367,094.13 for work to date on the new Elementary (BG#20-283) passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.20. Consider approval of the payment of Owner Direct Purchase Orders accompanying pay application #12 for the new Elementary School (BG#20-283) totaling $142,711.72.
Actions Taken

Order #289 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the payment of Owner Direct Purchase Orders accompanying pay application #12 for the new Elementary School (BG#20-283) totaling $142,711.72 passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.21. Consider approval of the bid from Miracle of KY and TN to provide Playground Equipment and surfacing materials for the new Elementary (BG#20-283) in the amount of $224,557.71.
Actions Taken

Order #290 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider approval of the bid from Miracle of KY and TN to provide Playground Equipment and surfacing materials for the new Elementary (BG#20-283) in the amount of $224,557.71 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.22. Consider approval of submittal of the Crumb Rubber/Tire Derived Products Grant for Waste Tire Market Development 2022 Application. The application will be submitted for a 75/25 match for the new playground surface at Breathitt Elementary.
Actions Taken

Order #291 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of submittal of the Crumb Rubber/Tire Derived Products Grant for Waste Tire Market Development 2022 Application. The application will be submitted for a 75/25 match for the new playground surface at Breathitt Elementary passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.23. Consider approval of the engineering and architectural invoice for the new Elementary School (BG#20-283) in the amount of $7,344.00.
Actions Taken

Order #292 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the engineering and architectural invoice for the new Elementary School (BG#20-283) in the amount of $7,344.00 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.24. Consider approval of the Pay Application #4 from Bri-Den Inc. in the amount of $77,220.00 for work to date on the new Sebastian Roof Replacement (BG#21-218).
Actions Taken

Order #293 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider approval of the Pay Application #4 from Bri-Den Inc. in the amount of $77,220.00 for work to date on the new Sebastian Roof Replacement (BG#21-218) passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.25. Consider approval of the payment of Owner Direct Purchase Orders accompanying pay application #4 for the new Sebastian Roof Replacement (BG#21-218) and totaling $402.20.
Actions Taken

Order #294 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider approval of the payment of Owner Direct Purchase Orders accompanying pay application #4 for the new Sebastian Roof Replacement (BG#21-218) and totaling $402.20 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.26. Consider approval of the engineering and architectural invoice for the new Sebastian Roof Replacement (BG#21-218) in the amount of $6,204.00.
Actions Taken

Order #295 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the engineering and architectural invoice for the new Sebastian Roof Replacement (BG#21-218) in the amount of $6,204.00 passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.27. Consider approval of the Pay Application #2 from The Wilson Group in the amount of $125,129.75 for work to date on the replacement window project at the Coliseum (BG#21-094).
Actions Taken

Order #296 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider approval of Pay Application #2 from The Wilson Group in the amount of $125,129.75 for work to date on the replacement window project at the Coliseum (BG#21-094) passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.28. Consider approval to reimburse Tate Hill Jacobs for KY HBC Plan Review fees for the Coliseum HVAC Replacement Project (BG#22-151) in the amount of $397.64.
Actions Taken

Order #297 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider approval to reimburse Tate Hill Jacobs for KY HBC Plan Review fees for the Coliseum HVAC Replacement Project (BG#22-151) in the amount of $397.64 passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.29. Consider acceptance of the proposal from Air Source Technology to provide specifications for removal of any hazardous materials encountered in the demolition of Building B of the existing vocational school in preparation for the new Breathitt County ATC (BG#22-182).
Actions Taken

Order #298 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider acceptance of the proposal from Air Source Technology to provide specifications for removal of any hazardous materials encountered in the demolition of Building B of the existing vocational school in preparation for the new Breathitt County ATC (BG#22-182) passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.30. Consider approval to reimburse Tate Hill Jacobs for KY HBC Plan Review fees in the amount of $3,221.21 for the demolition of the existing Building B to allow for the new Breathitt County ATC (BG#22-182).
Actions Taken

Order #299 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider approval to reimburse Tate Hill Jacobs for KY HBC Plan Review fees in the amount of $3,221.21 for the demolition of the existing Building B to allow for the new Breathitt County ATC (BG#22-182) passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.31. Consider approval of the Construction Documents for the Coliseum Balcony Repair Project (BG#22-061) for submission to the Kentucky Department of Education and to KY Housing Building and Construction for review and approval.
Actions Taken

Order #300 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, consider approval of the Construction Documents for the Coliseum Balcony Repair Project (BG#22-061) for submission to the Kentucky Department of Education and to KY Housing Building and Construction for review and approval passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.32. Consider approval of the Schematic Design Documents for the Breathitt Training Facility (BG#22-097).
Actions Taken

Order #301 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the Schematic Design Documents for the Breathitt Training Facility (BG#22-097) passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.33. Consider approval of the proposal from Endris Engineering to extend the existing survey boundaries at Sebastian Elementary as required to design the sewer line for the proposed Breathitt Training Facility (BG#22-097).
Actions Taken

Order #302 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts,approval of the proposal from Endris Engineering to extend the existing survey boundaries at Sebastian Elementary as required to design the sewer line for the proposed Breathitt Training Facility (BG#22-097) passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.34. Consider approval of the 2022-2023 Technology Plan.
Actions Taken

Order #303 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the 2022-2023 Technology Plan passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

III.B.35. Consider approval of the revised bid from Office Resources, Inc (ORI) to provide furnishings for the new Breathitt Elementary. The original bid was increased by $18,384.87 to cover the purchase of additional student desks and soft seating, with a total final bid of $388,767.06.
Actions Taken

Order #304 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the revised bid from Office Resources, Inc (ORI) to provide furnishings for the new Breathitt Elementary. The original bid was increased by $18,384.87 to cover the purchase of additional student desks and soft seating, with a total final bid of $388,767.06 passed with a motion by Ms. Anna Morris and a second by Mr. Albert Little.

III.B.36. Consider approval of the Interagency Agreement with the Department of Community Based Services for the purpose of a Transportation Plan to ensure stability for students in foster care.
Actions Taken

Order #305 - Motion Passed:  Based upon the recommendation of Superintendent Phillip Watts, approval of the Interagency agreement with the Department of Community Based Services for the purpose of a Transportation Plan to ensure stability for students in foster care passed with a motion by Mr. Albert Little and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.

IV. Personnel Notifications
V. Informational Items
V.A. Communication/Sharing (All Present)
V.B. School Financial Reports
V.C. School SBDM Reports
VI. Adjournment
Actions Taken

Order #306 - Motion Passed:  There being no further business of the Board, adjournment at 6:15p.m, passed with a motion by Mr. John Hollan and a second by Ms. Anna Morris.