Bullitt County Public Schools
June 19, 2023 5:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BULLITT COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION & SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BULLITT COUNTY SCH
1. CALL TO ORDER
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2. ADOPT THE AGENDA with the following change:
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Remove Construction Item #7 - Contract BMS Renovation Bid Package #2 - Building Automation Temperature Control

Recommended Motion

Adopt the agenda as amended.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Adopt the agenda as amended. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
3. PRESENTATIONS
3.a. The Pledge of Allegiance
Linda Belcher
3.b. Review Board Team Commitments
Linda Belcher
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To improve our effectiveness, the Board Team for Bullitt County Schools commits to: 

  1. Maintain primary focus on student learning.
  2. Continuously review, define, and work toward district goals. 
  3. Listen to each other, speak freely, work and learn together, and support one another.
  4. After careful deliberation, support the majority's decision regarding shared goals for continuously improving district-wide student learning. 
  5. Agree to disagree respectfully.
  6. Delegate implementation of Board decisions to Superintendent and Leadership Team.

3.c. Reminder to Register to Address the Board
Kali Ervin
3.d. Congratulations to:
Kali Ervin
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  • NASP All-American Archers
    • Evan Maraman, CGES
    • Kayleigh Edwards, SES
    • Christopher Pottinger, BMS
    • Jayden Kearney, BMS
    • Adam Dustin, BCHS
  • Samantha German - Kentucky State High School Rodeo Finalist - 2nd Place, Barrel Racing

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3.e. Construction Update by Mrs. Cate Noble Ward of Studio Kremer Architects
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4. COMMUNICATIONS
4.a. Audience Comments (30 Minutes Total)
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4.b. Superintendent's Report
Jesse Bacon
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4.b.1. 2022-2023 Classified Retirees
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Congratulations to the Classified Retirees for the 2022-2023 school year:

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Classified 2022-2023 Retirees
Name Position Location Years of Service
James Greenwell Transportation Vehicle Mechanic I 27
Joyce Fish LJES Cook/Baker 26
Freda Barnes LJES Cook/Baker 25
Anita Sue Garland Transportation Bus Driver 25
Vicky Bramble NES School Food Service Manager/Bookkeeper 24
Katrina Holt LJES School Food Service Manager/Bookkeeper 24
Susan Boggs LJES Cook/Baker 21
Leigh Ann Lowery CES/OMES FRC Coordinator 21
Clifton Pickett RES Custodian 17
Craig Wood MWMS ISAP Tutor 16
Louise Payton SES Cook/Baker 14
Penny Krieger Transportation Exceptional Child Bus Monitor 14
Lisa Vinson ZMS Special Ed. Instruct.Health Asst. 14
Denise Allen BEHS Data Manager 12
Bret Highley Maintenance Construction Inspector 11
Norma Sloan  BES Secretary/Bookkeeper 8
Michael Esgro HMS Custodian Sweeper 6
Roger Anderson Transportation Bus Driver 6
Pamela Roution BCHS Cook/Baker 3
Pamela Walston Central Office Certified Payroll Clerk 1
Karen Spencer Central Office Secretary 1

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4.b.2. 2022-2023 Certified Retirees
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Congratulations to the Certified Retirees of 2022-2023

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Name Position Location Years of Service
Leah Fulkerson ZMS Special Education Teacher 32
Daniel Barrett BEHS High School Classroom Instructor 32
Tammy Crowder HMS Middle School Classroom Instructor 29
Catherine Russell MWMS Teacher 29
Karen Brown OMES Primary Teacher 29
MIchelle Tennill OMES Library Media Teacher 29
Martha Hall BAC Teacher 28
Tonya Lynch PGES Teacher 27
Thomas Stephens BLMS Teacher 27
Hallie Polston BMS Middle School Classroom Instructor 26
Jason Couch BEHS Math Teacher 26
James Kerr MWES Music Teacher 26
Leslie Herchenrader MWMS Math Teacher 25
David Debold EMS Teacher 25
Deborah Brown BES Kindergarten Teacher 25
Danielle Abramson DW Instructional Coach 25
Paige Robinson BEHS Math Teacher 23
Timmie Sue Mullins MWMS Science Teacher 23
Karen Kerns OES Kindergarten Teacher 22
Teresa Jaggers ZMS Teacher 21
Harriet Corbett MES Elementary Classroom Instructor 20
Craig Sharpe BEHS Teacher 20
Laureen Laumeyer DW Gifted & Talented Teacher 20
Mary Angela Blair OMES Special Education Teacher LBD 12

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4.c. Other Items from the Board
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5. CONSENT ITEMS
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Recommended Motion

Approve Consent Items as amended, noting that all items have been studied with individual recommendations and rationale being provided prior to the meeting in the full Board packet on June 12, 2023, which is available online.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve Consent Items as amended, noting that all items have been studied with individual recommendations and rationale being provided prior to the meeting in the full Board packet on June 12, 2023, which is available online. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
5.a. Financial Reports
Lisa Lewis
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5.a.1. Balance Sheets for All Funds
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5.a.2. Monthly Summary Report for Period 11
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5.a.3. AP Check Reconciliation Register
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5.a.4. Paid Invoice Report
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5.b. Bids
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5.b.1. Permission to Accept Bid- Propane
David Phelps
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On June 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., the bid opening for Propane was held. Two companies submitted bids with the required paperwork attached. Requested is acceptance of the bid by America Gas for the 2023-24 school year. 

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5.b.2. Permission to Renew Bids - Diesel Fuel & Gasoline
David Phelps
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Requested is permission to renew the bid from Key Oil for diesel fuel and gasoline for the 2023-2024 school year.  

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5.b.3. Permission to Renew Bids - Motor Oil, Lubricants & Fluids
David Phelps
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Requested is permission to renew the bids with Key Oil and Valor Oil for motor oil, grease, gear oil, DEF, synthetic transmission fluid, windshield washer fluid and purple/red engine coolant for the 2023-2024 school year. 

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5.b.4. Permission to Solicit Bids - Occupational Health Services
Thea Hurt
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Currently, the district uses U of L Health for occupational health needs. The three-year contract expires this year. Permission to solicit bids is requested. 

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5.b.5. Permission to Solicit RFP - Elementary & Middle School Yearbooks
Lisa Lewis
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Requested is permission to solicit a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a yearbook vendor for elementary and middle schools. Currently, Balfour provides this service.

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5.c. Travel
Adrienne Usher
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* All travel by commercial carrier is due to schedule/cost.

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TRAVEL - June 19, 2022 - Monthly Meeting
School Activity Destination Location Date Cost to Student Travel by: Trip ID
BCHS Football Bullitt East High School Mt. Washington, KY 9/8/2023 0 Jefferson R501350
BCHS Soccer Athens Field Lexington, KY 7/21-23/23 0 Parents R501357
BCHS Volleyball Tournament, Franklin Co. Frankfort, KY 9/8-9/23 0 BOE Van/Parents R501353
BEHS Baseball State Baseball Tournament Lexington, KY 6/1/2023 0 Jefferson R501355
HMS Basketball Transylvania Univ. BB Camp Lexington, KY 7/20-22/23 0 Parents R501217
ROC BAMS Discovery Cove Orlando, FL 3/6-11/24 $1,400 Jefferson R501348

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5.d. Minutes
Jesse Bacon
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  • May 22, 2023 - Monthly Meeting
  • June 4, 2023 - Graduation Ceremonies
  • June 12, 2023 - Work Session

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5.e. Construction Items
Tony Roth
5.e.1. Use of Contingency Funds Request - OMES Radio Repeater / Radios
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Requested is use of contingency funds to purchase a Motorola SLR5700 Repeater to allow the school radios to work throughout the new structure, including the storm shelter. This replaces a previous request to purchase a repeater as it also includes 20 radios. The total cost of the repeater is $14,588.00. This changes the contingency balance from $355,829.55 to $341,241.55.

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5.e.2. Use of Contingency Funds Request - Crane Access Road @BCHS
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Requested is approval for a time and materials request from Calhoun's for the construction of an access road for a crane to set the press box and bleachers at Bullitt Central High School. The cost is $21,600. The current contingency beginning balance is $466,132.25.

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5.e.3. C.O. #4, BEHS - Shot Put Area
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Change Order #4 is for the construction of a Shot Put throwing area outside the track at Bullitt East High School at a cost of $17,699.00 for construction and $5,063 for materials, with a total cost of $22,762.00. Beginning contingency balance is $570,770.00 and ending balance will be $548,008.00.

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5.e.4. C.O. #5, NBHS & BCHS - Tree Removal & Fence Reinstallation
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Change Order #5 is for the removal of trees and clean up of fence rows at the south end of the NBHS field and the north end of the BCHS field and the reinstallation of new fence. The amount of $55,609.00 is for labor, $22,596 for material, for a total amount of $78,205.00. This changes the contingency balance from $548,008.00 to $469,803.

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5.e.5. C.O.#6, BEHS - Canopy Removal & Gate Addition
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Change Order #6 is for the demolition of the canopy and addition of a gate at the tennis courts at BEHS. The cost are $3,204 for labor and $466.75 for materials, with a total cost of $3,670.75. This changes the contingency balance from $469,803.00 to $466,132.25.

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5.e.6. Contract - BMS Renovation Bid Package #1 - General Construction
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Requested is approval for a contract with Calhoun Construction for Bid Package #1 in the amount of $23,900,000.00 for base bid, along with accepted alternates in the amount of $391,000.00, for a total cost of $24,291.000.00.

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5.e.7. Contract - BMS Renovation Bid Package #3 - Technology
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Requested is approval of the contract with Business Cabling Systems for the Bernheim Middle School Renovation Project Bid Package #3 in the amount of $304,500.00 for base bid. Also recommended is approval of this contract with all alternates.

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5.f. Human Resources
Althea Hurt
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5.f.1. Leave of Absence Requests
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Kristin Hawkins - Teacher - North Bullitt High School - Ms. Hawkins requests leave without pay for the dates of May 15th and  24th, 2023.  She is using FMLA.

Kelsey Richardson - Instructional Tutor - Shepherdsville Elementary - Ms. Richardson requests leave without pay for the dates of May 15th and 23rd, 2023.  She is using FMLA.

Mary Wilson - Sweeper - Bullitt Central High School - Ms. Wilson requests leave without pay for the dates of May 19th - June 1st, 2023.  She is using FMLA.


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5.f.2. Entry of the Employment Records in the Minutes of Record
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Employment records for both the certified and classified personnel for the period of May 2023 through June 2023 are submitted for the Board’s information and inclusion in the minutes of this meeting.

5.f.3. BCPS Employee Handbook for 2023-2024
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Submitted is the BCPS Employee Handbook for the 2023-2024 school year. It has been revised by KSBA with updated policies and procedures. It will be available for viewing on the district website. All employees will sign off electronically upon receipt of the updated Employee Handbook. 

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5.g. Contracts
Troy Wood
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5.g.1. Imagine Learning Contract Renewal
Adrienne Usher
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This 2023-2024 agreement with Imagine Learning is for the renewal of the Edgenuity software (grades 6-12) with enhanced specialized CTE Courses (grades 9-12). The renewal cost is $181,500.00, funded through the Student Learning Department budget. 

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5.g.2. SchoolComm Consultants Contract Renewal
Kali Ervin
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Requested is approval to continue the contract with SchoolComm Consultants for $30,025 beginning July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. 

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5.g.3. Morehead State University MOA
Lee Barger
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This Memorandum of Agreement with Morehead State University details a dual credit program for students of Bullitt Central High School for the 2023-2024 academic year.

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5.g.4. PSST Agreements 2023-2024
Lisa Lewis
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The district utilizes PSST, a software and development firm, to provide various software programs to support integration within various systems such as MUNIS: KEEIS Consortium Membership ($7,132.00), Absence Management Integration Subscription ($16,284.00), Affordable Care Act (ACA) Subscription ($10,038.00), Professional Services Miscellaneous ($6,828.00). KEEIS Silver Support Plan (20 Hours) ($3,649.00), and ACA Track Notification Services - Bulk Print Option ($5,844.00). Renewal of these agreements is requested.

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5.g.5. Voluntary Student Accident Insurance - Bollinger Specialty Group
Lisa Lewis
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Bollinger Specialty Group in Benton, KY, has provided voluntary student accident insurance plan renewal information for effective dates of August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024. This insurance is not paid by the Board of Education. It is provided as a service to students and parents. There are three options included: 1) School Time Only, 2) 24-Hour coverage, and 3) Football Only coverage. 

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5.g.6. THRIVE Academy: New Teacher Induction MOA
Adrienne Usher
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Since the Kentucky Internship Program (KTIP) has been unfunded for several years now, BCPS instituted a New Teacher Induction Program called THRIVE. Due to the positive feedback from past participants through surveys, the district would like to continue the program. The program has been revised for the upcoming year for increased teacher support and a more comprehensive mentoring program. Presented are Memorandums of Agreement for New Teacher Professional Learning Services with Terri Lewis and Carrie Compton to serve as the THRIVE Academy coaches to provide mentoring, support, coaching and professional learning for teachers with zero years of experience. The total cost of the work is $67,050 for professional learning services and travel. 


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5.g.7. Pledge of Collateral (fka Bond Depository)/Banking Services - Stock Yards Bank
Lisa Lewis
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Presented for approval is the renewal of banking services with Stock Yards Bank and the Pledge of Collateral. Please see the documentation as to important process changes. 

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5.g.8. Educational Learning Solutions, Inc. Agreement
Adrienne Usher / Brandy Howard
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This agreement utilizes Educational Learning Solutions for Grade 6-12 as a universal screener and assessment platform in reading and math for middle and high school. This platform provides a more comprehensive standards-based assessment for Reading and Math in Grades 6-8 and Algebra 1, US History, English, Geometry, and Biology/Science to support KSA alignment and mastery of content standards. The platform also allows teachers to assess through provided item banks aligned to the DOK of standards and intervention resources.

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5.g.9. Inkwire, Inc.
Adrienne Usher
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The Inkwire platform is a project-based learning tool for teachers and students in creating more learning experiences connected with the Graduate Profile. 

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5.g.10. OVEC MOA - School Counselors
Sarah Smith
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OVEC, in partnership with BCPS, will hire two certified school counselors and assign those counselors to high need areas within the district. The job description and salary schedule are provided and will be funded through a grant received by OVEC, (75% grant & 25% BCPS). The agreement was reviewed by Eric Farris.

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5.g.11. OVEC Membership Renewal 2023-2024
Lisa Lewis
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This Consortium Renewal Agreement with Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC) provides a wide variety of services, including cooperative bidding and purchasing, professional development opportunities, and Administrative/Leadership Meetings. The annual cost is $15,561.


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5.g.12. BC Health Department MOA - Food Service Certification
Todd Crumbacker
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Local Legislation Regulation No. 2015-01 requires persons working within food service establishments (for the purpose of food services) in Bullitt County to have certification as a "Food Handler" or "Food Manager" by the Bullitt County Health Department. Presented is a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Bullitt County Health Department that assures local legislation compliance while providing a streamlined plan of certification that best fits the needs of the School Nutrition Services Department. An updated MOA is presented for the 2023-2024 school year. 

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5.g.13. Child Care Food Program Meal Service Agreement with OVEC
Todd Crumbacker
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This agreement with the Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC) authorizes the sale of bulk meals by BCPS to OVEC for Head Start and Early Head Start. The agreement is a prototype document required by KDE's School and Community Nutrition as part of OVEC's participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

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5.g.14. Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
Todd Crumbacker
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The Department of School Nutrition Services is expected to provide updated signatures on the CEP Intent to Participate document in order to ensure continued participation in the Community Eligibility Provision. The schools that are currently part of the provision include:

Elementary Schools

  • Brooks Elementary
  • Cedar Grove Elementary
  • Crossroads Elementary
  • Freedom Elementary
  • Lebanon Junction Elementary
  • Maryville Elementary
  • Nichols Elementary
  • Overdale Elementary
  • Roby Elementary
  • Shepherdsville Elementary

Middle Schools

  • Bernheim Middle
  • Bullitt Lick Middle
  • Zoneton Middle

High Schools

None

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5.g.15. Child Nutrition Program (CNP)
Todd Crumbacker
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Each year the Bullitt County School Nutrition Services Department must apply to the Kentucky Department of Education, Division of School and Community Nutrition, in order to participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), the School Breakfast Program (SBP) and the Afterschool Care Snack Program (ASSP).  

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5.g.16. Hope Collaborative Partnership MOU
Sarah Smith
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Requested is approval for the district to partner with the Hope Collaborative to provide mentor programs in all schools in Bullitt County. The desire of this agreement is to place caring, competent and consistent adults in the lives of students through a mentorship program and offer them participation in enriching small group mentoring activities that improve their academic performance and social skills. 

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5.h. Permission to Accept Donations/Grant Funding
Jackie Roth
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School/Program Receiving Contribution

Donor

Description of Gift

Purpose

Value

Food Service - Bullitt Central High School

Shirley’s Way

Donation

Check for Principals Acct. for lunch account help

$1,000.00

Maryville Elementary/Green Team

Emily Berryman

Donation

Green Team Club Summer D.C. trip

$750.00

Bullitt Co- School Nutrition Services

Jerry and Linda Mitchum

Donation

Angel Fund-To Pay off unpaid meal charges

$100.00

Cedar Grove, Maryville, Mt. Washington, Old Mill, Pleasant Grove Elementary Schools

Kentucky Dept. Of Education

Grant

Reading diagnostic and Intervention Fund Mini Grant $40,000 per school

$200,000.00

Bullitt Central High School - ROTC

VFW Post 5710

Donation

For Program Equipment

$500.00

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5.i. Use of District Property Requests
Tony Roth
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5.i.1. BEHS - By BEHS Alumni for Girls Basketball Champ Camp
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Bullitt East requests permission to allow three BE graduates to host a basketball camp in the gym on July 10 and 11, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.  

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5.j. Summer Camps
Adrienne Usher
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NB Baseball Camp Baseball Camp for ages 5-13 Grades K-7 NBHS Field  July 10-12 $60 9AM-12PM Justin.Stinson@bullitt.kyschools.us

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5.k. Shortened School Day Requests
Troy Kolb
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Parents have requested a modified attendance schedule for their students with disabilities listed below. The students are identified by number in order to maintain confidentiality. There is documentation of medical necessity for the modified schedule, and the modified schedule has been recommended for approval by the Admissions and Release Committee (ARC) and 504 Team. Full documentation is on file in the office of the Director of Special Education.  

  • 2223-19
  • 2223-26
  • 2122-27
  • 2324-30

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5.l. 2023-2024 Transportation Manual
David Phelps
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Presented for approval is the 2023-2024 Transportation Manual.

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5.m. Updated Language in TRUE Agreement
Kevin Fugate
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Each year, parents and students are required to sign the Technology Responsible Use Expectations (TRUE) agreement before receiving a Chromebook. This document has been updated with the changes highlighted and submitted for the Board's review and approval.

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5.n. Performance Bond Renewals
Lisa Lewis
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Per KRS 160.560 and 702 KAR 3:080, it is the duty of each local board of education to bond its board treasurer and any other school employee who is responsible for the board of education funds. The official bond shall be executed for the faithful performance of the duties of the office which is guaranteed by a surety company authorized to do business in the state. The amount of the bond is determined by the Board in accordance with the requirement for the penal sum of the bonds as summarized in the KAR listed above. The Bullitt County Board of Education bonds Adrienne Usher, Assistant Superintendent, Karen Weaver, Account Clerk, Stephanie Bonnett, Assistant Finance Officer, and Lisa Lewis, Director of Finance and Treasurer, each in the amount of $1,100,000.

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5.o. Curriculum/Instructional Resources, etc.
Adrienne Usher / Brandy Howard
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As of July 25, 2022, the Superintendent will oversee all curriculum, textbooks, instructional materials, and student support services per changes in Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS 160.345). The curriculum in each school shall be designed to achieve student capacities established by KRS 158.645 and the school goals established by KRS 158.6451. The curriculum shall comply with all applicable state and federal statutes and regulations. In any school administered under the provisions of KRS 160.345, the Superintendent shall determine which curriculum, textbooks, instructional materials, and student support services shall be provided in the school after consulting with the Board, the Principal, and the school council and after a reasonable public review and response period for all stakeholders. A spreadsheet is provided with that information for approval of curriculum and/or instructional resources for district wide use along with several schools.

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5.p. Procurement Plan for School Nutrition Services
Todd Crumbacker
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Submitted for approval for the 2023-2024 school year is an updated Procurement Certification and Procurement Plan (Procedure) for School Nutrition Services for the purchases of all operational necessities for the National School Lunch, School Breakfast, Afterschool Snack, and Summer Feeding Service Programs.

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6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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6.a. 2nd Reading Policy Revision - 03.111 Medical Examination
Thea Hurt
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Presented are two proposed changes to Board Policy 03.111 - Medical Examination under the section titled "Required Exam for Present Personnel." The purpose of these revisions is to clarify the Board's and employee's responsibilities when a "fit for duty" exam may be necessary. Board Counsel has reviewed the recommended revisions to the policy. 

 

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Recommended Motion

Approve the 2nd Reading of revised policy 03.111 as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the 2nd Reading of revised policy 03.111 as presented. passed with a motion by Dr. Matt Mooney and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
6.b. Revised 2023-24 Annual Pay Scales
Lisa Lewis
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A revision was made to the annual pay scales for FY 2024: Vehicle Maintenance Manager scale was incorrectly keyed and corrected.

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Recommended Motion

Approve the revision to the 2023-24 Annual Pay Scales as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the revision to the 2023-24 Annual Pay Scales as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7. NEW BUSINESS
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7.a. Graduation Requests
Rachelle Bramlage
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Two graduation requests are submitted for review and approval. Information is available to the board members regarding each one.  

  • SSID #1947368351 - NBHS - Early Graduation
  • SSID #2120113142 - BEHS/BAC - Early Graduation

Recommended Motion

Approve the graduation requests as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the graduation requests as presented. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.b. 2023-2024 Early Entrance Students
Patrick Durham
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Pursuant to Bullitt County Public Schools enrollment policy and procedures 09.121 AP.21 and KRS 158.030(3), requested is approval for the acceptance of five (5) Early Entrance Kindergarten students. These students have successfully fulfilled the necessary requirements for Early Entrance to Kindergarten. Pending approval, these students will be registered at their respective home schools and enrolled for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year. SSID numbers will be recorded in the minutes once the students have been enrolled and assigned their numbers.

 

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Recommended Motion

Approve the request for early entrance for the five students as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the request for early entrance for the five students as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.c. 1st Reading - Board Policy Update #46
Jesse Bacon
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Submitted are the 2023 KSBA Annual Policy Updates that have been reviewed by Central Office Leadership Staff. The requested additions and/or modifications have been revised to suit the needs of the district. 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the 1st Reading of Board Policy Update #46 as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the 1st Reading of Board Policy Update #46 as presented. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.d. Review Administrative Procedures Update #27
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

Attached are the 2023 KSBA Annual Procedure Updates that have been reviewed by Central Office Leadership Staff. The requested additions and/or modifications have been revised to suit the needs of the district. 

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Recommended Motion

For review and comments only; no action is required by the Board.

7.e. Capital Funds Request
Lisa Lewis
Rationale

There is currently $6,195,002.00 in Capital Funds available that is not needed for the current debt service. These funds are needed for the 2023 stadium and property insurance. The total amount needed is $3,933,091. Residuals may be used for future construction projects. If funds are not utilized, the remaining capital funds will be escrowed/restricted.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the Capital Funds Request Form as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the Capital Funds Request Form as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.f. Request to Increase Meal Prices for SY 23-24
Stephanie Norris
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The Department of School Nutrition Services (SNS) requests approval for an increase of the paid lunch meal price to $3.00, an increase of fifteen (15) cents, for SY 23-24. This increase to the paid lunch meal price will apply to all grade levels at the non-CEP schools. The current price for paid lunch meals for SY 22-23 is $2.85. Student reduced price lunch is set by federal regulation at $0.40.

SNS also requests to increase the paid breakfast meal price to $1.75, an increase of 25 cents. This increase will apply to all grade levels at th non-CEP schools. The current price for paid breakfast meal is $1.50. Student reduced price breakfast is set by federal regulation at $0.30.

Also included is the Paid Lunch Equity Tool, provided by the Department of Education - School and Community Nutrition. The tool provides recommendations to districts to reflect the cost of inflation.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the increase of meal prices for 2023-2024 as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the increase of meal prices for 2023-2024 as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.g. 2023-2024 Code of Student Behavior and Discipline
Sarah Smith
Rationale

Presented is the 2023-2024 Code of Student Behavior and Discipline handbook that contains information regarding the behavior expected from each student; the importance of appropriate behavior to maintain a safe learning environment; and the consequences for failing to meet the appropriate standards of behavior. The handbook is accessible online and via hard copy by request. Also included is important information concerning student, parent and educator rights and responsibilities, school and bus rules, the importance of school attendance, school safety, and required notices needed for the beginning of the school year.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the 2023-24 Code of Student Behavior and Discipline Handbook as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the 2023-24 Code of Student Behavior and Discipline Handbook as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Mrs. Lisa Hodges.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.h. BMS Annexation into the City of Shepherdsville
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

Requested is approval by the Bullitt County Board of Education of the annexation of a part of Audubon Road and the Bernheim Middle School Property containing 21.95 acres into the City of Shepherdsville. This annexation is in fulfillment of a prior inter-local agreement approved on September 23, 2019 by the Bullitt County Board of Education, Board Order Number 2019-292, to extend sewer service to Bernheim Middle School. Also requested is approval for the Finance Corporation/Board to execute the written consent of the annexation and any additional annexation documents needed.

 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the annexation of Bernheim Middle School into the City of Shepherdsville as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the annexation of Bernheim Middle School into the City of Shepherdsville as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.i. Resolution - Series of 2023B Bond Issue
Kelly Mrsic
Rationale

Requested is approval of a resolution authorizing a contract, rent and lease with the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation and approve all other documents in connection with the proposed Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation Series of 2023B bond issue.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the resolution as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the resolution as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
7.j. 2023-2027 District Facility Plan / Public Hearing
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

The Local Planning Committee (LPC) met on May 30, 2023, to review the Draft District Facility Plan (DFP), which was reviewed by the Kentucky Department of Education. The LPC voted to accept the Draft DFP. At the June 19th Board meeting, LPC Facilitator Tim Eaton will present the Draft DFP in a public forum for any comments prior to approval from the Local Board of Education.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the Draft District Facility Plan as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the Draft District Facility Plan as presented. passed with a motion by Dr. Matt Mooney and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
8. RECESS for PUBLIC HEARING & SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION MEETING
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
9. PUBLIC HEARING - 2023-2027 District Facility Plan
Tim Eaton
Attachments
10. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
11. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BULLITT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION
11.a. CALL TO ORDER
11.b. ADOPT THE AGENDA
Recommended Motion

Adopt the agenda as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Adopt the agenda as presented. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
11.c. Approve Minutes of Record
Rationale

  • February 20, 2023
  • March 20, 2023
  • April 24, 2023
  • May 22, 2023 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve minutes as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve minutes as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
11.d. Resolution - Revenue Bonds Series of 2023B
Kelly Mrsic
Rationale

Requested is approval of a resolution authorizing issuance of the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation Revenue Bonds Series of 2023B, advertising for the bond sale and all other documents in connection with the bond issue.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the Resolution as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the Resolution as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
11.e. Deed of Easement - Ellis Cook Road @EMS
Tony Roth
Rationale

Requested is approval of a Deed of Easement for the widening of Ellis Cook Road and the installation of an access road for buses at Eastside Middle School.  This deed was prepared and reviewed by Board Attorney Eric Farris.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the Deed of Easement as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the Deed of Easement as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Mrs. Lisa Hodges.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
11.f. Lease Amendment - Larry Craig Property
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

Presented for approval is an amendment to the lease agreement for the property next to the board office that was sold to Larry Craig. This amendment releases the declared surplus property that was listed as collateral for the 2009 Bond Series. Also requested is authorization for the Board to execute any remaining closing documents needed.

 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the amendment as presented and authorize the Board to execute any remaining closing documents necessary.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the amendment as presented and authorize the Board to execute any remaining closing documents necessary. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
11.g. BMS Annexation into the City of Shepherdsville
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

Requested is approval by the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation of the annexation of a part of Audubon Road and the Bernheim Middle School Property containing 21.95 acres into the City of Shepherdsville. This annexation is in fulfillment of a prior inter-local agreement approved on September 23, 2019 by the Bullitt County Board of Education, Board Order Number 2019-292, to extend sewer service to Bernheim Middle School. Also requested is approval for the Finance Corporation/Board to execute the written consent of the annexation and any additional annexation documents needed.

 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the annexation of Bernheim Middle School into the City of Shepherdsville as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the annexation of Bernheim Middle School into the City of Shepherdsville as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
11.h. ADJOURN Special meeting of the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation
Recommended Motion

Adjourn the special meeting of the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Adjourn the special meeting of the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
12. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BULLITT COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
13. RECESS
Rationale

Board Attorney Eric Farris brought an error to the attention of the Board and asked that they recess again and enter the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation meeting again. The correction was to the year referenced in the bonds series regarding the Amendment to the Lease for the Larry Craig Property. The series stated was 2009 and it should have been 2008.

Recommended Motion

recess regular session

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  recess regular session passed with a motion by Dr. Matt Mooney and a second by Mrs. Lisa Hodges.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
14. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BULLITT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION
14.a. AMEND - Lease Amendment - Larry Craig Property
Eric Farris
Rationale

Presented for correction is the amendment to the lease agreement for the property next to the board office that was sold to Larry Craig. This amendment releases the declared surplus property that was listed as collateral for the 2008 Bond Series. 

Recommended Motion

amend 11.(f.) Lease Amendment - Larry Craig Property to state 2008 instead of 2009.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  amend 11.(f.) Lease Amendment - Larry Craig Property to state 2008 instead of 2009. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
14.b. ADJOURNMENT
Recommended Motion

Adjourn the special meeting of the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Adjourn the special meeting of the Bullitt County School District Finance Corporation. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
15. RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BULLITT COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
Recommended Motion

resume regular session of the Bullitt County Board of Education

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  resume regular session of the Bullitt County Board of Education passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Mrs. Lisa Hodges.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
16. NEW BUSINESS - CONTINUED
16.a. 2023-2027 District Facility Plan Hearing Report
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

Facilitator Tim Eaton will complete the Hearing Report and present it for approval to finalize the 2023-2027 District Facility Plan process in order to submit the plan to KDE.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the Hearing Report as presented.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approve the Hearing Report as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
17. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Rationale

1. As authorized by KRS 156.557(6)(c) for preliminary discussions related to the evaluation of the Superintendent by the Board or between the Board and Superintendent prior to the summative evaluation. 

Recommended Motion

Recess regular session and enter Executive Session as authorized by KRS 156.557(6)(c) - Superintendent's Evaluation.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Recess regular session and enter Executive Session as authorized by KRS 156.557(6)(c) - Superintendent's Evaluation. passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Mrs. Lisa Hodges.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
18. RECONVENE REGULAR SESSION
Rationale

Recommended Motion

Exit executive session and resume regular session.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Exit executive session and resume regular session. passed with a motion by Mrs. Lisa Hodges and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
19. NEW BUSINESS - Continued
Rationale

19.a. Superintendent Evaluation
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

The Board approved the Superintendent's Evaluation Process at the August 22, 2022 Board meeting. Dr. Bacon completed the Formative Assessment Document which considers his own preliminary opinion on the 44 indicators that make up the 7 superintendent standards. Based on his self-evaluation, the Board's feedback on the survey, and the Summative Evaluation last year, submitted were two goals as part of the SPGES leadership plan - also known as a growth plan.

  • Positive and Supportive Culture: Cultivate an inclusive, caring, and supportive school community that promotes the academic success and well-being of each student: As we begin to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of work remains to ensure all students are provided with opportunities to be successful. Some strategies that I plan to implement are (a) continuing to be visible in schools, (b) further develop our Superintendent Advisory Teams (faculty, staff, student, and parent) to garner feedback and allow them to develop improvement priorities and PDSA action plans that district leadership can implement, and (3) create a more effective principal support and evaluation process that is founded on the principles of continuous improvement through principal perception and experience.

 

  • Fiscal Responsible District Management: Focus on strategic allocation of resources and effective district operations: Though the district allocates resources effectively, with the current job market, inflationary costs of goods and services, and capital construction needs, we must ensure operations are systematically and consistently managed through planning, data analysis, systems audits, and stewardship of school district financial and human resources. As we continue to work through our Key Process Teams, the district budget must be driven by data collected on the needs, goals, and aspirations of our students.

Progress on these items was reviewed in executive session at the November and March regularly scheduled board meetings and through the weekly update. The Board will complete the SPGES Summative Evaluation for public release at the June 19th meeting. 

 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

The board reviewed the evidence of competency provided by the superintendent for the entire annual cycle. Individual members provided the Chair with input that was compiled into a single evaluation report. The Board gives the following ratings to the Superintendent:

Standard 1 (Strategic Leadership): _________
Standard 2 (Instructional Leadership): _____
Standard 3 (Cultural Leadership): _____
Standard 4 (Human Resource Leadership): _____
Standard 5 (Managerial Leadership): _____
Standard 6 (Collaborative Leadership): _____
Standard 7 (Influential Leadership): _____

Overall Rating: _____

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  The board reviewed the evidence of competency provided by the superintendent for the entire annual cycle. Individual members provided the Chair with input that was compiled into a single evaluation report. The Board gives the following ratings to the Superintendent: Standard 1 (Strategic Leadership): Exemplary Standard 2 (Instructional Leadership): Exemplary Standard 3 (Cultural Leadership): Accomplished Standard 4 (Human Resource Leadership): Exemplary Standard 5 (Managerial Leadership): Exemplary Standard 6 (Collaborative Leadership): Exemplary Standard 7 (Influential Leadership): Exemplary Overall Rating: Exemplary passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Mrs. Lisa Hodges.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
19.b. Extension of Superintendent's Contract
Recommended Motion

Pursuant to KRS 160.350(4), motion made to extend Superintendent Dr. Jesse Bacon's contract for one (1) additional year beyond the current term of June 30, 2026.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Pursuant to KRS 160.350(4), motion made to extend Superintendent Dr. Jesse Bacon's contract for one (1) additional year beyond the current term of June 30, 2026. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dr. Matt Mooney.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
20. ADJOURNMENT
Rationale

Recommended Motion

Adjourn at _:__ p.m.

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Adjourn at 7:29 p.m. passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Mrs. Lisa Hodges.

Member Votes
Ms. Linda Belcher Yes
Mr. Darrell Coleman Yes
Mrs. Lisa Hodges Yes
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes