Bullitt County Public Schools
October 20, 2025 5:00 PM
Regular Meeting of the Bullitt County Board of Education
1. CALL TO ORDER
Matt Mooney
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2. ADOPT THE AGENDA
Matt Mooney
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Recommended Motion

Adopt the agenda as presented.

Actions Taken

Order #2025-171 - Motion Passed:  Adopt the agenda as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Marci Hodges.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
3. PRESENTATIONS
3.a. The Pledge of Allegiance
Marci Hodges
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3.b. Review Board Team Commitments
Marci Hodges
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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
Jesse Bacon
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Welcome to the meeting of the Bullitt County Board of Education.  As a reminder, the Board does welcome public comment during their meeting tonight, but in order to speak to the board you must register to do so by listing your name and address and the topic on which you will be speaking. 

All topics should be pertinent to items on tonight’s agenda.  Each speaker will be given an allotted three minutes of time with a tone signifying 30 seconds remaining, and another tone signifying the end of your time.  Please note that there will be no comment from the Board tonight, but the superintendent will make note of any items and follow up as necessary. This now will serve as the final call to register to come forward and address the Board tonight.

 

3.d. Recognition of College Board National Program (12 students)
Stefanie Kleinholter
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BCPS is proud to celebrate the achievements of its students who earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Program. The program, available on BigFuture®, helps students stand out on college and scholarship applications. Every Every year, talented students claim an award based on their achievement on College Board assessments. In 2025, the program offered three awards to students of all backgrounds and across schools nationwide: First-Generation Recognition Award, Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award, and for the first time, the School Recognition Award, to honor top-performing students in every high school, including lesser-known schools.

This year, 12 students from BCPS were awarded.

From BCHS:

Noah McMahon: First Generation & School Recognition Award

Cadence Martin: First Generation & School Recognition Award

Lyric Villa: School Recognition Award

Gaven Lakes: School Recognition Award

From BEHS:

Camren Bland: AP Rural Scholar

Isaac Lewis: AP Rural Scholar

Elizabeth Swift: AP Rural Scholar

Molly Priddy: AP Rural Scholar

Sylas Hayes: AP Rural Scholar

Pemidi Dharmabandu: AP Rural Scholar

Aiden Huber: AP Rural Scholar

Tori Atilano: AP Rural Scholar

Congratulations to these students. Your commitment to academic excellence and Mastery Learning has set a remarkable example for your peers. We are proud of your accomplishments


 

Attachments
3.e. Recognition of MES Green Team
Stefanie Kleinholter
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We want to shine a spotlight on a remarkable story of student leadership and environmental
stewardship from Maryville Elementary.

The 2024-2025 Green Team embarked on an ambitious, year-long project they named 'MES
Water Savers.' Driven by their own research and creativity, these students developed an
impactful initiative to protect our community's vital water sources from pollution.
 
Their exceptional work and dedication did not go unnoticed. The National Energy Education
Development Project has honored their efforts by naming the Maryville Elementary Green Team
the Kentucky Elementary Level School of the Year.

This journey culminated in a trip to our nation's capital, where the students were recognized on
the national stage at the 45th Annual Youth Awards Ceremony in Washington D.C.

We would also like to recognize Ms. Emily Berryman. Kim Tabler states, “Ms. Berryman runs our
Green team and is a coach with our STLP due to combining the clubs. Last year for one of our
projects her team did a project about water conservation and pollution. This group competed at
STLP state with this project as well as submitting it to the NEED National Youth Energy
Conference. They were recognized by the NEED program as Kentucky Elementary School of
the Year. Ms. Berryman then was able to take them to Washington, D.C. to attend the National
Conference in June. She was a champion for these students and helped them to be able to
experience some wonderful opportunities. She deserves to be recognized for her hard work
with this group of students and these two clubs. She is an asset and I am proud to work with
her.”
 

 

Attachments
3.f. GDP Group Check Presentation
Megan Hatter
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In July, GDP Group made a $20,000 donation to the BCPS McKinney-Vento Program. Although the donation was approved at the July BOE meeting, GDP representatives have requested to formally present a check and share details of their support at the BOE meeting on October 20, 2025. In respect of the representatives’ time, Tiffany Reynolds has requested this be done at the beginning of the meeting. Thank you for this consideration.

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3.g. Construction Update by Mrs. Cate Noble Ward of Studio Kremer Architects
Cate Noble Ward
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4. COMMUNICATIONS
4.a. Audience Comments (30 Minutes Total)
Matt Mooney
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4.b. Superintendent's Report
Jesse Bacon
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4.c. Other Items from the Board
Matt Mooney
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5. CONSENT ITEMS
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Recommended Motion

Approve Consent Items as presented, noting that all items have been studied with individual recommendations and rationale being provided prior to the meeting in the full Board packet on Tuesday, October 14, 2023, which is available online.

Actions Taken

Order #2025-172 - Motion Passed:  Approve Consent Items as presented, noting that all items have been studied with individual recommendations and rationale being provided prior to the meeting in the full Board packet on Tuesday, October 14, 2023, which is available online. passed with a motion by Marci Hodges and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
5.a. Financial Reports
Lisa Lewis
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5.a.1. Balance Sheets for All Funds
Lisa Lewis
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5.a.2. Monthly Summary Report for Period 3
Lisa Lewis
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5.a.3. AP Check Reconciliation Register
Lisa Lewis
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5.a.4. Paid Invoice Report
Lisa Lewis
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5.b. Travel
Adrienne Usher
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5.c. Minutes
Jesse Bacon
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5.d. Construction Items
Danny Clemens
5.d.1. Surplus of Large Boulders and Rocks- Old Mill Elementary
Danny Clemens
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During the construction of Old Mill Elementary, a number of large boulders and rocks were
excavated and stockpiled on site. At the time, it was anticipated that these materials might be
used for decorative landscaping or construction purposes.

After review, it has been determined that the boulders and rocks are no longer needed for the
project and will not be incorporated into the site design. As such, we request approval to surplus
these materials so they can be removed from the property.  I recommend approval of this request.
 

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5.d.2. Surplus and Demolition of Structure - Ellis Cook Property
Danny Clemens
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The District recently acquired the Ellis Cook property located behind Eastside Middle School. As part of the acquisition review, the house and related structures on the property have been evaluated. It has been determined that the house is not needed for district operations or future use and should therefore be declared surplus.


We are requesting board approval to:
? Declare the house and related structures on the Ellis Cook property as surplus.
? Proceed with the demolition and removal of the house and structures.
? Restore the site by grading and reseeding the area with seed and straw to return it to a natural condition.


This action will improve the safety, usability, and appearance of the property for the district.

 

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5.d.3. Bullitt Central High School (25-145) Change Order 4-Widening access road
Thomas Stokes
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BCPS Facilities requested the road that leads off campus be widened to better accommodate bus traffic. Work can occur in sequence with construction schedule and trades already on site. Contract unit prices are utilized for this Change Order.

I recommend approval of this request.

Attached paperwork is listed below with action items noted for each:

  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - G701-2017 - Change Order 04 - for Board Signature
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 04 - Widening Access Road - for Board Signature
  •  COR-4 BCHS RFP-3 Widening Access Road- For Board Reference, no action required. 
 

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5.d.4. Bullitt Central High School (25-145) Change Order 5-Water main conflict
Thomas Stokes
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A water main that was not shown on a site survey or existing drawing had to be relocated due to a conflict with the designed storm system.

I recommend approval of this request.

Attached paperwork is listed below with action items noted for each:

  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - G701-2017 - Change Order 05 - for Board Signature
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 05 - Water Main Conflict - for Board Signature 
  • COR-5 BCHS RFI-6 Water Main Conflict - For Board Reference, no action required.
 

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5.d.5. Bullitt Central High School (25-145) Change Order 6-Roadway shift, bollards
Thomas Stokes
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The new access road in front of facility needed to shift to make elevations work relative to the designed storm system. Additionally, two bollards are being recommended to protect a site electrical box that is 15'-0" from the edge of the new roadway.

I recommend approval of this request.

Attached paperwork is listed below with action items noted for each:

  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - G701-2017 - Change Order 06 - for Board Signature
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 06 - Roadway Shift and Bollards - for Board Signature
  • COR-7 RFI #8 BCHS Road Adjustment - For Board Reference, no action required.
 

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5.d.6. Bullitt Central High School (25-145) CO #7 Site Soil Remediation
Thomas Stokes
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This Change Order covers work to address unsuitable soils and subsurface water found below the building pad. Work was observed and quantified by the district's Special Inspector (UES) and contract unit prices were utilized. Work had to be done prior to foundations being placed.

I recommend approval of this request.

Attached paperwork is listed below with action items noted for each:

  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - G701-2017 - Change Order 07 - for Board Signature
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 07 - Site Soil Remediation - for Board Signature
  • COR-6 Allowance 2b Overages - For Board Reference, no action required.
  • COR-8 Ground Water Remediation - For Board Reference, no action required.

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5.d.7. Bullitt East High School (25-145) Change Order 3-Added inlets
Thomas Stokes
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Additional storm inlets are being recommended at the east side of the building to address storm water potential from the adjacent property.

I recommend approval of this request.

Attached paperwork is listed below with action items noted for each:

  • BP1 - BEHS PSC - G701-2017 - Change Order 03 - for Board Signature
  • BP1 - BEHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 03 - Added Inlets - for Board Signature 
  • COR-3 BEHS RFP-1 Added Inlets - For Board Reference, no action required.
 

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5.d.8. North Bullitt High School PSC (24-192) Change Order 22-Chain link fencing at ballfield condenser units
Thomas Stokes
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BCPS Facilities requested chain link fencing be added around each exterior condenser unit at the concession buildings at all three high schools. Work can occur with trades currently contracted to perform work and avoid the cost of additional mobilization.

I recommend approval of this request.

Attached paperwork is listed below with action items noted for each:

  • BP-2 - G701-2017 - Change Order 22 - Chain Link Fencing All Fields - for Board Signature
  • BP-2 - FACPAC - Change Order 22 - Chain Link Fencing All Fields - for Board Signature 
  • COR-37 Fencing at Ballfield Condensers - For Board Reference, no action required.

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5.d.9. North Bullitt High School PSC (24-192) Change Order 23-Interior framing and finishing
Thomas Stokes
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Framing and gypsum wall board is being added at the soccer coach's office and men's locker room to enclose the area below the stair landing to finish out the space and allow for sprinkler piping to be hidden from view. Also, a floor finish was not specified at the elevator cab, this change order covers the cost of material and install of that finish.

I recommend approval of this request.

Attached paperwork is listed below with action items noted for each:

  • BP-2 - G701-2017 - Change Order 23 - NBHS - for Board Signature
  • BP-2 - FACPAC - Change Order 23 - Interior Framing and Finishing - for Board Signature
  • COR-38 - RFP-13 per RFI #69 - For Board Reference, no action required.
  • COR-39 - Elevator Flooring per RFI #73 - For Board Reference, no action required.

Attachments
5.d.10. Construction Follow-Up
Lisa Lewis
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These change orders were presented and approved on the September 22, 2025 board meeting. However, the FACPAC forms were not available at that time. Attached please find the FAC??? forms which lists the costs of the change orders as well as the associated architect fees.

Bullitt Central PSC

  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 01 - Fencing Swap - VOID Stephens Pipe DPO
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 01 - Fencing Swap
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 02 - Road Inlet Modifications
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 03 - Unsuitable Soil Overage
  • BP1 - BCHS PSC - FACPAC - Lee to Quikrete - Material Swap - Decrease to Lee DPO 
  • G701-2017 - Change Order BCHS DPO Net Zero Swap - Lee to Quickrete - Rev Signed - Vendor provided their signature on this Document.

 

Bullitt East PSC

  • BP1 - BEHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 01 - Fencing Swap - VOID Stephens Pipe DPO
  • BP1 - BEHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 01 - Fencing Swap
  • BP1 - BEHS PSC - FACPAC - Change Order 02 - Temporary Netting (Note: Temporary netting will be paid through the maintenance office generalfund budget.) 
  • BP1 - BEHS PSC - FACPAC - Lee to Quikrete - Material Swap - Decrease to Lee DPO
  • G701-2017 - Change Order BEHS DPO Net Zero Swap - Lee to Quickrete - Rev Signed
 

Attachments
5.d.11. Construction Follow-Up Ferguson DPO CO #29
Thomas Stokes
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This change order was presented and approved on the August 25, 2025 board meeting. However, the AIA document was not signed by the contractor (Ferguson). Attached is the contractor-signed AIA document for district signature. 

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5.e. Human Resources
Althea Hurt
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5.e.1. Leave of Absence Requests
Althea Hurt
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Please recommend to the Board at the July 28th, 2025 meeting the approval for the following requests for unpaid leave of absences.

Joyce Wine-Bus Driver-Transportation-Ms. Wine is requesting LWOP for the 2025-2026 school year. She will not be receiving any pay for any days within the year.

Tanda Brown-Volunteer Coordinator-Pleasant Grove Elementary-Ms. Brown is requesting leave without pay for the dates of August 12th, 2025 through August 15th, 2025 for a total of 12 hours without pay.

Kathy Howard-Lunchroom Monitor-Roby Elementary-Ms. Howard is requesting leave without pay for the date of August 22nd, 2025 for a total of 1.75 hours without pay.

Jessica Embry-Monitor-Cedar Grove Elementary-Ms. Embry is requesting leave without pay for the date of August 21st, 2025 for a total of 1 hour without pay.

Britney Casey-Monitor-Mount Washington Elementary-Ms. Casey is requesting leave without pay for the dates of August 20th, 2025 and August 21st, 2025 for a total of 4 hours without pay.

Kathy Howard-Lunchroom Monitor-Roby Elementary-Ms. Howard is requesting leave without pay for the date of September 10th, 2025 for a total of 1.75 hours without pay.

Sharon Nichols-Lunchroom Monitor-Overdale Elementary-Ms. Nichols is requesting leave without pay for the date of September 19th, 2025 for a total of 1.5 hours without pay.

Brenda Morgan-Nutritional Associate-Freedom Elementary-Ms. Morgan is requesting leave without pay for the date of September 19th, 2025 for a total of 3.75 hours without pay.

Amanda Frantz-Lunchroom Monitor-Mount Washington Middle-Ms. Frantz is requesting leave without pay for the date of September 9th, 2025 for a total of 1.55 hours without pay.

Stephanie Daniels-Lunchroom Monitor-Nichols Elementary-Ms. Daniels is requesting leave without pay for the dates of September 12th, 2025 through September 18th, 2025 for a total of 25 hours without pay.

Dona Crigger-Monitor-Maryville Elementary-Ms. Crigger is requesting leave without pay for the dates of September 15th, 2025, September 16th, 2025 and September 18th, 2025 for a total of 15 hours without pay.

Laura Buley-Lunchroom Monitor-Plesant Grove Elementary-Ms. Buley is requesting leave without pay for the dates of September 12th, 2025, September 15th, 2025 and September 16th, 2025 for a total of 10.5 hours without pay.

Dona Crigger-Nutritional Assistant-Maryville Elementary-Ms. Crigger is requesting leave without pay for the dates of August 26th, 2025 through August 29th, 2025 for a total of 10 hours without pay.

Leslie Cook-Lunchroom Monitor-Crossroads Elementary-Ms. Cook is requesting leave without pay for the date of August 29th, 2025 for a total of 2 hours without pay.

Kellie Rausch-Kindergarten Assistant-Lebanon Junction Elementary-Ms. Rausch is requesting leave without pay for the date of September 10th, 2025 for a total of 2 hours without pay.

Shameka Hardin-YSC Coordinator-North Bullitt High-Ms. Hardin is requesting leave without pay for the dates of October 13th 2025 through October 17th, 2025 for a total of 37.50 hours without pay.

 

5.e.2. Entry of the Employment Records in the Minutes of Record
Althea Hurt
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Employment records for both the certified and classified personnel for the period of  August 2025 through September 2025 are submitted for the Board’s information and inclusion in the minutes of this meeting.


 

5.f. Contracts
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5.f.1. NBHS Volleyball Team Banquet at Paroquet Springs
Amy Compton
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Please see the attached contract for North Bullitt High School Volleyball Team to hold their banquet at Paroquet Springs on Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm.

This contact has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Please place this request for approval on the October board agenda. 

Attachments
5.f.2. KETS Technology Activity Report
Kevin Fugate
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This is our annual KETS (Kentucky Educational Technology Systems) Technology Activity Report. For school year 24-25, the district spent $7,456,187.37 on technology-related expenses across departments and schools.

Highlights include:

? Student Workstations- $1,358,857.70 (this includes Chromebook purchases/leases).

? Faculty and Staff Workstations- $421,152.30

? Administrative and Instructional Software- $3,202,040.47 (this includes iReady, Edgenuity, Schoolinks, Fastbridge, etc.)

? Classroom Hardware- $462,984.03 (TVs, touchscreen interactive TVs, PCs, Document cameras, etc.)

? People Side of Education- $1,286,116.95 (Director of Technology, Computer Technicians, Digital Learning Coaches, STCs, Access 24 Site Coordinators, etc.)

The attached, detailed report is for review and approval. Also attached is the approval signature page. Once approved and signed, Dr. Bacon will email the report and signature page to Scott Kane and Caprice Gay at kets-offers@education.ky.gov. 

 

Attachments
5.f.3. Salt River Area Office of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services Request
Danny Clemens
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The Salt River Area Office of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services requested permission to continue the use of district facilities from September 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026 as a shelter in the case of a local emergency and/or disaster. The Director of Facilities will act as the contact person for the district.

I recommend granting them permission to continue the use of district facilities as a shelter in the case of a local emergency and/or disaster.

Attachments
5.f.4. Affiliation Agreement - UA & BCPS
Todd Crumbacker
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Please see the attached Affiliation Agreement between the University of Alabama (UA) and
Bullitt County Public Schools (BCPS). The purpose of this agreement is to support a course
requirement for a distance learning student enrolled at UA; this UA student lives in our local
community and will be receiving hands-on experience in one of our kitchens as they complete a
course requirement through UA. This Affiliation Agreement, once signed by all parties, will take
effect immediately and will remain in effect until May 30, 2026. This agreement has been
reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; signature is being requested by either the Superintendent
or the Board Chair.

Attachments
5.f.5. Boom KY MOU
Adrienne Usher
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This MOU establishes a collaborative partnership between Bullitt County Public Schools (BCPS) and Boom KY, Inc. to deliver an entrepreneurship curriculum for students, with shared goals of career readiness, youth retention, and local economic vitality. The program includes a High School Program focused on developing a minimum viable product and culminating in a Pitch Day submission and a middle school program with weekly clinics and mentoring, and a District Pitch Event held once per academic year. The term of the MOU is through May 29, 2026. The curriculum will be implemented in all three high schools and two middle schools for the 2025-2026 school year based on input from principals and teachers. The total cost of the program is $35,000 for one academic year, which covers all program components, teacher professional development, and event support. The agreement will be paid through CRPE grant funding. The MOU has been reviewed and approved by Dinsmore and Shohl, LLC. Approval is requested for the MOU between Bullitt County Public Schools and Boom KY.

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5.f.6. Professional Coaching Services for Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP)
Usher/Compton
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The attached renewal agreement outlines continued support for our high school counselors, GSP student applicants, and their families. This service includes informational sessions, small group assistance, and one-on-one application support. Before last year, we observed a decline in both the number and quality of applications. However, with the aid of this service, we achieved a notable success rate last year with double applicants being submitted for program submission. The total cost for the renewal agreement is $12,000, which will be funded through the Student Learning and the Gifted and Talented Budget. This agreement has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP. Approval is requested for the attached MOA services and Bullitt County Public Schools.

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5.f.7. Big Smiles MOU
Megan Hatter
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This is a request to obtain approval from the Board of Education to offer the Big Smiles Dental Program to our students in elementary, middle and high schools. Dental care was one of the top three health concerns reported by parents on the last Family Resource and Youth Services Center Needs Assessment, conducted in 2022.

Our district has utilized Big Smiles dental services in the past and providers are again available this school year in our Bullitt County communities. The Big Smiles Dental Program offers free dental exams, teeth cleaning, fluoride applications, x-rays, sealants and treatment of cavities as necessary. Parent/guardian permission forms are distributed and returned prior to all exams and treatment services.

The Big Smiles Dental Program bills Medicaid or private insurance directly so there would be no cost to our schools or school district. For students without dental insurance there is a self pay option. The attached MOU clarifies qualifying requirements and signifies the commitments of offering this program to our families

 

Attachments
5.f.8. MOA between BCPS and the Kentucky Educational Collaborative for State Agency Children (KECSAC)
Amy Compton
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Please see the attached MOA between Bullitt County Public Schools and The Kentucky Educational Collaborative for State Agency Children (KECSAC) for the 2025-2026 school year for the Bullitt Alternative Center and Spring Meadows. This contact has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Please approve this MOA at the October Board Meeting.

 

Attachments
5.f.9. Balfour Diploma Contracts for our High Schools
Amy Compton
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Please find attached the 2025-2026 Balfour Diploma Contract for Bullitt Central High School, Bullitt East High School and North Bullitt High School. This contract is for diplomas and diploma covers for our graduating students.

These contracts have been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, Please approve these contracts at the October Board Meeting.

Attachments
5.f.10. NKU Research Foundation (NKURF) and EngageKY MOU
Lee Barger
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Please find attached the Memorandum of Agreement between NKU Research Foundation (NKURF) and EngageKY and Bullitt County Public Schools. Engage KY administers the Kentucky College Coaches (KCC) AmeriCorps program and this MOA is for the period of August 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026. This MOU has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.

Please place this request for approval on the October board agenda. 

 

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5.f.11. Elwood Staffing Amendment
Lee Barger
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Please see the attached Amendment between Elwood Staffing Services, Inc. and Bullitt County Public Schools for the 2025-2026 school year. BCPS intends to participate in a temporary internship program, "After the Tassel", for graduated high school students. This agreement has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. Please place this request for approval on the October board agenda.

 

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5.f.12. Patriot Strong & Area 502 MOU (FOR MES & OES)
Megan Hatter
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Maryville Elementary School’s Family Resource Center is requesting approval for Area 502 Mixed Martial Arts MOA. Area 502 will be facilitating this after-school fitness and character development program called Patriot Strong. In addition to fitness, objectives are bully prevention, respect, and positive coping skills. Each 6 week session will be one hour, right after school, twice a week for students referred by the Guidance Counselor and the Principal. Parent/Guardian registration is required. Funding will be paid through the Family Resource Center grant. Attached is the updated MOA that has been reviewed and approved by BCPS legal counsel- Dinsmore & Shohl. The program is set to begin as soon as possible once approved by BCPS’s Board of Education. 

 

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5.f.13. Steered Straight, Inc. MOU for HMS & ZMS YSC
Megan Hatter
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Due to an increase in the incidence of students using vapes and exhibiting negative coping skills at Hebron and Zoneton Middle Schools, the Youth Services Center’s Advisory Council is requesting approval for Steered Straight ,Inc. to facilitate Vaping Me Crazy on October 27th and 28th. Target audience is sixth, seventh and eighth grade students at each school. Program curricula extends positive coping to align with MTSS initiatives. Curriculum, media clips and program reviews from other secondary schools can be found at https://www.steeredstraight.org/vaping-me-crazy/. A parent program, family challenge, posters and social media graphics will expand accountability objectives.

Steered Straight’s Michael Deleon has been a featured presenter at FRYSC annual conferences. The original quote for the student, parent and staff program was $7,500. This ATOD prevention program was endorsed by Safe Schools Director- Sarah Smith who has agreed to fund $1,500 toward this Red Ribbon initiative. With negotiations over the last couple weeks, Steered Straight has agreed to $5,000. Steered Straight’s MOU has been reviewed and approved by BCPS’s legal counsel- Dinsmore & Shohl. 

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5.g. Curriculum/Instructional Resources etc. Approval
Adrienne Usher
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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. The attached documentation provides details on the following. School/Location Name of program or department requesting curriculum Applicable research and/or evidence-based findings for this curriculum (What Works ClearingHouse, EdReports, etc.) Explanation of curriculum materials including purpose, when will be utilized, content area, etc. Date of minimum two-week public stakeholder review by staff, parents, and the school community Review/approval date by Assistant Superintendent and/or Chief Academic Officer Approval is requested of curriculum and/or instructional resources for district wide use along with several schools

 

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5.h. Donations & Grants for Approval
Megan Hatter
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School/Program Receiving Contribution Donor Description Purpose Value
Bullitt East High School Louisville Pro Firefighters Donation Check# 11236 for East Running Club $ 250.00
Blessings In a Backpack Metro United Way Donation Weekend Food Bags for students $ 6,500.00
Eastside Middle School Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grant For the purchase of books $ 2,500.00
Bullitt East High School International Experience USA Donation Check# 1837 on behalf of the Gritton Family $ 500.00
BCPS' Nutrition Services Bullitt County Foundation for Excellence in Public Education Grant Check# 336454 $ 2,200.00
Old Mill Elementary Jennings Orthodontics/Southern Orthodontics Partners Donation Check # 630047 to sponsor parent communication folders $ 1,046.50
Riverview Opportunity Center Shirley's Way, Inc. Donation Check# 67936 for Courtesy Fund $ 500.00
Bullitt Central High School's Youth Services Center Shirley's Way, Inc. Donation Food items for Weekend Food Bags $ 3,012.75
BCPS' Safe Schools KYASAP Grant Compass Academy $ 500.00
BCPS' Safe Schools KYASAP Grant Partners & Prevention monthly meetings $ 2,150.00
BCPS' Safe Schools KYASAP Grant Bullitt County Youth Council $ 2,400.00
Bullitt Alternative Center KYASAP Grant Red Ribbon programming & ATOD Prevention $ 2,511.60
Nichols Elementary School KYASAP Grant Red Ribbon programming & ATOD Prevention $ 266.66
Eastside Middle School Falls of the Ohio Foundation Grant Admission fees & transportation for Field Trip $ 2,370.00
Eastside Middle School Friends of Mammoth Cave Grant Admission fees for Field Trip $ 3,410.00
Brooks Elementary School Bornstein General Contracting Donation Check# 3009 for 3rd grade field trip transportation cost $ 600.00
Bullitt East High School Church of the Crossroads Donation Check# 2261 for Courtesy Fund $ 500.00
Mt. Washington Middle School Church of the Crossroads Donation Check# 2262 for Courtesy Fund $ 750.00
Eastside Middle School Church of the Crossroads Donation Check# 2263 for Courtesy Fund $ 750.00
Mt. Washington Elementary School Church of the Crossroads Donation Check# 2266 for Courtesy Fund $ 875.00
Crossroads Elementary School Church of the Crossroads Donation Check# 2267 for Courtesy Fund $ 875.00
Pleasant Grove Elementary School Church of the Crossroads Donation Check# 2265 for Courtesy Fund $ 875.00
Old Mill Elementary Church of the Crossroads Donation Check# 2264 for Courtesy Fund $ 875.00
Lebanon Junction Elementary School Bullitt County Rod and Gun Club Donation Check# 4894 for Archery Team equipment, supplies & tournament registration $ 500.00
Hebron/Zoneton Youth Services Center Scott Lusk/Lusk Mechanical Contractors Donation Check# 1190793 for Steered Straight Drug Prevention Program $ 300.00
Hebron/Zoneton Youth Services Center The Daily Mile USA & INEOS ICAN Foundation Grant Reimbursement to attend the Innovative School Conference $ 3,000.00
Total for BOE Review & Approval $ 39,767.51

 

Attachments
5.i. Shortened Day Request
Troy Kolb
Rationale

The following information summarizes student cases for which the parents and medical
professionals have requested a modified attendance schedule for these students with disabilities.
The students are identified by number in order to maintain confidentiality. There is
documentation of medical necessity for the modified schedules, and the modified schedules have
been recommended for approval by the Admissions and Release Committees (ARCs). Full
documentation is on file in the office of Director of Special Education.
2526-01
This student has diagnoses of hypotonia, developmental delay, aminoglycoside, and sensitive
mitochondrial mutation, making the child susceptible to seizures. A physician’s statement was
submitted recommending a shortened school day to accommodate for these medical conditions.
An ARC meeting was held on 9/11/25, during which the implementation of the shortened school
day schedule was approved: Monday through Friday, 9:00AM to 2:10PM. The modified
schedule will be approved for the 2025-2026 school year.
2526-02
This student has Autism, as well as complex medical and developmental needs, including an
invasive and lengthy nutrition schedule utilizing a feeding tube for slow feed infusions. A
doctor’s statement was submitted recommending a shortened school day due to the student’s
needs in relation to neurology, gastroenterology, communication, and other complex conditions.
A 504 team meeting was held on 9/25/25, during which the implementation of a shortened
school day schedule approved: Monday through Friday, 1:00PM to 2:30PM. The modified
schedule will be approved for the 2025-2026 school year.
2526-03
This student has Autism, as well as complex medical and developmental needs, including an
invasive and lengthy nutrition schedule utilizing a feeding tube for slow feed infusions. A
doctor’s statement was submitted recommending a shortened school day due to the student’s
needs in relation to neurology, gastroenterology, communication, and other complex conditions.
A 504 team meeting was held on 9/25/25, during which the implementation of a shortened
school day schedule approved: Monday through Friday, 1:00PM to 2:30PM. The modified
schedule will be approved for the 2025-2026 school year.
2526-30
This student has multiple chronic and acute health issues. An ARC was held on 3/5/25, during
which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved (Monday through Friday,
9:00 AM to 2:10 PM). A physician’s statement was submitted requesting this accommodation for
the student’s medical needs. The modified schedule will be approved through the 2025-2026
school year and will be reviewed at the next annual review meeting.
2526-53
This student has diagnoses of Autism and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). An ARC was
held on 8/25/25, during which the recommendation for a shortened school day was approved
(Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM). A medical statement was submitted requesting
this accommodation for the student’s emotional and behavioral needs associated with his medical
conditions. The modified schedule will be approved through the 2025-2026 school year and will
be reviewed at the next annual review meeting.

 

Attachments
5.j. Use of District Property Requests
Danny Clemens
Rationale

5.j.1. Community Use of School Facilities- BCHS -Republican Party
Thomas Stokes
Rationale

Republican Party of Bullitt County has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to use Bullitt Central HS on the following days: 10/14/2025 All required documentation has been verified. I recommend approval of this request

 

Attachments
5.j.2. Community Use Agreement - BEHS- MC Elite basketball
Danny Clemens
Rationale

MC Elite basketball has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to use Bullitt East High School on the following days: 09/19/2025-9/19/2026 All required documentation has been verified. I recommend approval of this request. 

 

Attachments
5.j.3. Community Use Agreement- CES YMCA Winter Basketball
Thomas Stokes
Rationale


 
YMCA of Greater Louisville - Winter Youth Basketball has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to
use Crossroads ES on the following days:
12/08/2025 - 03/21/2026
12/08/2025 - 03/21/2026
All required documentation has been verified. I recommend approval of this request.

Attachments
5.j.4. Community Use Agreement- RES YMCA Winter Basketball
Thomas Stokes
Rationale

YMCA of Greater Louisville – Winter Youth Basketball has submitted a facility use form seeking permission touse Roby ES on the following days:12/08/2025 - 03/21/202612/08/2025 - 03/21/2026  All required documentation has been verified. I recommend approval of this request.

 

Attachments
5.j.5. Community Use Agreement - BCHS- Chess Tournament
Thomas Stokes
Rationale


 

Chess Education Foundation has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to use Bullitt Central HS on the following days: 10/25/2025 All required documentation has been verified.

I recommend approval of this request. 

Attachments
5.k. 2026-2027 Calendar Committee Representatives
Steve Smallwood
Rationale

Per KRS 158.070, we will need the BCPS Board Members to approve the following individuals to represent the following groups on the District Calendar Committee.

One (1) School District Principal

  • oAmanda Nokes, Principal at Bullitt Lick Middle School

One (1) District office administrator other than the Superintendent

  •  Steve Smallwood, Director of Pupil Personnel

One (1) Member of the Board

  • TBD - Board Member

Two (2) parents of students attending a school in the District

  • Krystle Stroup, Parent of a Lebanon Junction Elementary Student
  • Sarah Moore, Parent of students attending BLMS and BCHS 

Three (3) certified members as appointed by BCEA 

  • Madelynn Mann - Teacher at BEHS
  • Doug Osbourne - Teacher at MWMS
  • Melissa Hopkins - Teacher at CGES

The BCEA President 

  • Kimberly Fessel, Teacher at Bullitt Central High School

Two (2) District classified employees 

  • Ashley Waddell, Special Eduation Secretary, Classified Staff
  • Emily Parrott, Human Resource Secretary/Classified Staff

Two (2) community members from the local chamber of commerce, business community, or tourism commission 

  • Juanita Cooper, JCTC Campus Director of Southwest and Bullitt Campus
  • Brianne Wolfe, School Liaison Officer for Fort Knox Child and Youth Services 
 

Attachments
6. NEW BUSINESS
6.a. Early Graduation Request (4)
Amy Compton
Rationale

Attached you will find an Early Graduation request for the following students:

SSID #2120223586 - senior at Bullitt Central High School

SSID #2120221935 - senior at Bullitt Central High School

SSID #2120465179 - senior at Bullitt Central High School

SSID #2120796081 - senior at Bullitt Alternative Center

These students meet the graduation requirements stated in our Graduation Policy 08.113. Please approve the Early Graduation request for these students at the October Board meeting.


 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve Early Graduation request as requested.

Actions Taken

Order #2025-173 - Motion Passed:  Approve Early Graduation request as requested. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dallas Harshfield.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
6.b. CES- Request for 2 Certified Interventionists
Althea Hurt
Rationale

Principal Ben Monnett of Crossroads Elementary School is proposing the addition of two certified interventionists for the 2025-2026 school year to support students requiring instructional assistance across all grade levels. The first interventionist will be a 7.5-hour-per-day position for 62 days, funded by Title I. The second position will be for 7.5 hours per day for 26 days, funded by ESS funds.

Attachment: Memos from Principal Monnett 

 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve request for 2 Certified Interventionist as requested.

Actions Taken

Order #2025-174 - Motion Passed:  Approve request for 2 Certified Interventionist as requested. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Marci Hodges.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
6.c. Request for Extra Duty- BES/ FES EL Instructional Tutor
Althea Hurt
Rationale


 
Megan Hatter, Director of Grant Management and Community/Family Programs,
requests approval to hire an extra-duty Bilingual English Learner (EL) Tutor for the
remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.
This position is specifically needed to support EL families within the Brooks, Freedom,
and other north-end school communities. The selected bilingual applicant will serve in
an extra-duty capacity for two (2) hours per week after school hours.
This classified position will be compensated according to the Instructional Tutor salary
schedule, and the position will be fully funded using BES/FES Family Resource funds.

Attachments: Memo from Director Hatter
 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve request for FES - EL Tutor as requested

Actions Taken

Order #2025-175 - Motion Passed:  Approve request for FES - EL Tutor as requested passed with a motion by Dallas Harshfield and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
6.d. Request for Instructional Tutor at SES
Althea Hurt
Rationale

Jason Baragary, principal of Shepherdsville Elementary School, requests to hire one Instructional Tutor to support the needs of students for the 2025-2026 school year. The tutor will be tasked with providing reading and math interventions to struggling students. The position will be 3 hours per day for 140 days. This position will be entirely funded from ESS funds that have been allocated. Attachment: Memo from Principal Baragary

 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve Instructional Tutor at SES as requested

Actions Taken

Order #2025-176 - Motion Passed:  Approve Instructional Tutor at SES as requested passed with a motion by Dallas Harshfield and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
6.e. Request for Reduction in Days for Part-Time Counselor Position
Althea Hurt
Rationale


 
Hebron Middle School would like to request a revision to Principal Burnett's original request
for a part-time counselor position for the 25-26 school year. Due to challenges in finding
candidates to meet the original posting requirement of 105 full days, the request is to
change the position to 80 days. This position, to be fully funded by Title 1 funds, was
included in the Title 1 budget.

Attachment: Memo from Principal Burnett
 

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve Reduction in Days for Part Time Counselor position at HMS as requested

Actions Taken

Order #2025-177 - Motion Passed:  Approve Reduction in Days for Part Time Counselor position at HMS as requested passed with a motion by Dallas Harshfield and a second by Marci Hodges.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
6.f. 2025-2026 Superintendent Evaluation Process
Jesse Bacon
Rationale

I propose that the Board use the following process for the Superintendent Evaluation: 1. The Superintendent will be evaluated for the 2025-2026 school year utilizing the Next Generation Effectiveness Standards for Kentucky School Superintendents. 2. At the November 24th Board Meeting, the Board will meet in executive session to select which of the 7 Standards the Superintendent will be formally evaluated on for the 2025-2026 school year. 3. At a February Board Meeting (either the Work Session or the Regular Meeting), the Board will hold a progress review meeting in executive session with the Superintendent to give formative performance feedback on each of the seven standards selected for the formal Summative Evaluation. 4. Before June, the Superintendent will distribute a Preliminary Summative Evaluation document (see attached) to each board member to complete individually (paper or electronic), giving an overall rating (Exemplary, Accomplished, Developing, or Growth Required) on each standard. Each board member will submit their reports to the Chair (or a designee) for compilation purposes. The individual responses will be used for discussion, not for the actual summative report. 5. The Summative Report (see attached) will be completed in an executive session at the June meeting using the Superintendent Summative Evaluation Rubric (see attached). The Summative Report will be made final through approval in open session. I look forward to this process being effective in not only helping our district move forward but also in giving me the feedback necessary to grow as your district superintendent.

Attachments
Recommended Motion

Approve the Process for Superintendent Evaluation as requested.

Actions Taken

Order #2025-178 - Motion Passed:  Approve the Process for Superintendent Evaluation as requested. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dallas Harshfield.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes
7. ADJOURNMENT
Rationale

Recommended Motion

Adjourn at _:__ p.m.

Actions Taken

Order #2025-179 - Motion Passed:  Adjourn at 5:33 p.m. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Marci Hodges.

Member Votes
Dr. Matt Mooney Yes
Ms. Linda Belcher Absent
Ms. Nita Neal Yes
Dallas Harshfield Yes
Marci Hodges Yes