Adopt the Agenda as presented.

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Adopt the Agenda as presented. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

• 2025-1-26 Board Meeting.pptx

• FY 2025 Audit Report.pdf

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 Wednesday, January 21 , 2026, which is available online.

Order #2026-201 - 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 Wednesday, January 21 , 2026, which is available online. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dallas Harshfield.

• December 2025 Paid Invoice Report.pdf

• December 2025 Balance Sheet Report

• December 2025 Monthly Financial Report.pdf

• December 2025 AP Check Reconciliation

• December 2025 Paid Invoice Report

Please recommend to the Board at the July 28th, 2025 meeting the approval for the following requests for unpaid leave of absences.

William Hardin-Bus Drive-Transportation-Mr. Hardin is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 11/12/2025-11/14/2025 and 12/01/2025-12/19/2025 for a total of 18 days without pay. 

Tammy Coomes-Bus Monitor-Transportation-Ms. Coomes is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 11/03/2025, 11/24/2025-11/25/2025, 12/03/2025-12/11/2025 and 12/15/2025-12/16/2025 for a total of 13.12 days without pay. 

Kelli Rausch-Lunchroom Monitor-Lebanon Junction Elementary-Ms. Rausch is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/18/2025 for a total of .50 hours without pay. 

Mandy Jantz-Monitor-Freedom Elementary-Ms. Jantz is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/17/2025 for a total of 1.50 hours without pay. 

Kathy Howard-Luncroom Monitor-Roby Elementary-Ms. Howard is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/19/2025 for a total of 1.75 hours without pay. 

Britney Casey-Monitor-Mount Washington Elementary-Ms. Casey is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 12/09/2025-12/10/2025 and 12/17/2025-12/18/2025 for a total of 8 hours without pay. 

Taylor Christmas-Teacher-North Bullitt High-Ms. Christmas is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 12/04/2025-12/05/2025 and 12/18/2025 for a total of 2.26 days without pay. 

Laura Buley-Lunchroom Monitor-Pleasant Grove Elementary-Ms. Buley is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/03/2025 for a total of 1.50 hours without pay. 

Dona Crigger-Lunchroom Monitor-Maryville Elementary-Ms. Crigger is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 12/08/2025-12/09/2025, 12/15/2025-12/16/2025, 12/18/2025 and 12/19/2025 for a total of 10 hours without pay. 

Stephanie Daniels-Lunchroom Monitor-Nichols Elementary-Ms. Daniels is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/05/2025 for a total of 1 hour without pay. 

Amanda Frantz-Monitor-Mount Washington Middle-Ms. Frantz is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/10/2025 for a total of 2 hours without pay. 

Bailey Campos-Teacher-Crossroads Elementary-Ms. Campos is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 01/15/2026-02/27/2026 for a total of 29.42 days without pay. 

Benjamin Carpenter-Bus Monitor=Transportation-Mr. Carpenter is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/11/2025 for a total of 3 hours and 55 minutes without pay. 

Jennifer Linder-Bus Driver-Transportation-Ms. Linder is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 11/20/2025-11/21/2025 and 12/01/2025-1202/2025 for a total of 2.47 days without pay. 

Elizabeth Norris-Secretary-Central Office-Ms. Norris is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 11/06/2025-01/01/2026 for a total of 37.37 days without pay. 

Lavona Frye-Kitchen Associate-Bernheim Middle-Ms. Frye is requesting leave without pay for the date of 01/14/2026 for a total of 1 day without pay. 

Lovence Ainembabazi-Teacher-Bullitt Central High-Ms. Ainembabazi is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 01/06/2026-03/06/2026 for a total of 48 days without pay. 

Chad Laswell-Teacher-Hebron Middle-Mr. Laswell is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 01/05/2026-02/28/2026 for a total of 39 days without pay. 

Kenneth Hardin-Transportation-Bus Driver-Mr. Hardin is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 12/05/2025, 12/08/2025-12/11/2025 and 12/15/2025-12/19/2025 for a total of 63.46 hours without pay. 

Alyssa Gilkey-FRC Assistant-Maryville Elementary-Ms. Gilkey is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/11/2025 for a total of 2 hours without pay. 

Jeffrey Bellinger-Teacher-Hebron Middle-Mr. Bellinger is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/19/2025 for a total of 8 hours without pay. 

Kellie Rausch-Kindergarten Assistant-Lebanon Junction Elementary-Ms. Rausch is requesting leave without pay for the date of 12/18/2025 for a total of 2 hours without pay.

James Henson-Night Sweeper-Shepherdsville Elementary-Mr. Henson is requesting leave without pay for the dates of 12/15/2025 and 12/16/2025 for a total of 9.86 hours without pay. 

Employment records for both the certified and classified personnel for the period of November 2025 through December 2025 are submitted for the Board’s information and inclusion in the minutes of this meeting.

The attached document is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between WeLeadCS, Inc. (WLCS) and the Bullitt County Public Schools Board of Education for the 2026-2027 school year. This will continue to be implemented at Specialized Programs through the Bullitt Virtual Learning Academy. WLCS will provide synchronous online instruction in computer science courses, staffed by Kentucky-certified educators, along with services like background checks for staff, work-based learning experiences, and college/career readiness coaching. The District is responsible for assigning contact persons for program oversight, student enrollment, attendance, disciplinary matters, and data management, as well as ensuring students have adequate internet access.

The agreement establishes a clear fiscal structure with student seat fees set at $500.00 for year-long courses and $250.00 for semester-long courses, with a 25% early-finalization discount available if returned by January 30, 2026. The total cost would be a maximum of $4,000 with the 25% discount. While students remain responsible for dual credit tuition via KCTCS, WLCS will cover all associated book and industry certification exam fees. There are no refunds for student withdrawals, and the District will be responsible for all invoiced fees. This will be funded through the Specialized Program budget for the 2026-2027 school year for a maximum of 10 students. The agreement has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl, LLC.

• WeLeadCS MOU 2026-2027.pdf

Requested is approval for BCPS to enter into a student-teacher contractual agreement with Murray State University. Our Board Counsel has reviewed the attached contract. Attachment: Murray State University/BCPS Contract 

• Murray Student Teacher Contract Approval.pdf

Approve Murray Student Teacher Contract as requested.

Board approval is being requested to partner with Dataseam, a Louisville-based non-profit, to implement a U.S. Department of Labor-approved Registered Apprenticeship for the BCPS Technology Department. Designed for high school juniors and seniors, this two-year program provides students with approximately 600 hours of paid on-the-job training annually, enabling them to master real-world IT skills and earn a nationally recognized "Journeyworker" credential. By transitioning from seat time to a competency-based model, this initiative offers students professional certification opportunities and a clear career pathway in the rapidly growing technology sector. Beyond student development, this partnership offers significant financial and societal benefits to the district, including direct funding and the acquisition of powerful computer workstations for classrooms. These devices serve a dual purpose: while supporting student learning during the day, they join the DataseamGrid to process complex data for cancer research at the University of Louisville Brown Cancer Center when idle. Participation in this program not only generates critical revenue for district technology needs but also allows BCPS to contribute directly to life-saving science and drug discovery. The total cost for four student apprentices will cost approximately $5800.00 for the first year. The agreement has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl, LLC.

• Dataseam Partner Agreement.pdf

Please review and give signature to the attached District Assurance Certification form which acknowledges the binding agreement with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services' contract for the thirteen Family Resources and Youth Services Centers in BCPS during the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years.

By March 1, 2026 each Family Resource and Youth Services Center will submit Continuation Program Plans FY27 and FY28 mandated by legislation (KRS156.496) and in accordance with the following Core Components:

FRCs- Elementary Schools:

Assistance with after-school care for ages 4 to 12; Health and education services for assistance with full-time child care for 2- and 3-year-olds, new and expectant mothers; Education to enhance parenting skills and education for preschool parents and their children; Support and training for day-care providers; Health service and referrals to health agencies.

YSCs- Middle and High Schools:

Health service and referrals to community health and social agencies; Substance abuse services or referrals; Family crisis and mental health services or referrals; Employment counseling, training, and placement for young people; Summer and part-time job development for youths;(high school only).

Your signature is required on the third page of the District Assurances Certification and will accompany each of BCPS' 13 FRYSC center's CPP. Your continued support of this impactful grant program is appreciated

• FRYSC Assurance Cert

The administration requests approval of a Memorandum of Agreement between the District and The Brave Way Home, Inc. to provide the Look Out for the Left Out school assembly program. This partnership will allow The Brave Way Home, Inc. to deliver a program focused on kindness and inclusion, followed by classroom visits to reinforce the program's message. The presenter will also provide digital and printed materials for students and staff and access to related classroom resources.

Approval is requested for the contract with The Brave Way Home, totaling $800.00 that will be out of the FRYSC budget. This agreement has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP.

• Brave Way Home OMES.pdf

This memo requests Board approval to enter into a professional services agreement with Kids First Education, LLC to provide High-Quality Instructional Resource (HQIR) support in English Language Arts at Maryville Elementary School and Roby Elementary School. Maryville was recently classified as Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI), and Roby will utilize the services to support their overall inexperienced staff. The services are designed to strengthen teacher capacity through effective implementation of HQIR, improve lesson planning, instructional rigor, and alignment to standards, support accessibility and differentiation for all learners, and provide Professional Learning Communities (PLC) support to ensure consistent and effective instructional practices. All instructional frameworks, materials, and resources used during the project will be shared with the district to support sustainability and continued use beyond the service period.

Approval is requested for the contract with Kids First Education, LLC, totaling $12,800, to support the implementation of ELA HQIR at Maryville Elementary School and Roby Elementary School. The funds for this agreement are coming from the Student Learning budget. This agreement has been reviewed by Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP

• Kids First HQIR (1)_merged.pdf

• Board Memo for PDQ January 2026-combined.pdf

• TripsWaitingApproval (Jan 2026)

• December 15, 2025 Minutes of Record
• January 12, 2026 Minutes of Record

Attached please find the revised BG-1 for the Joe B Hall Property disposition. I ask the revised BG1 for this project be approved.

Attachment:

• FACPAC Revised BG-1 (Project 25-257)

• 01.2026 Revised BG1 Joe B Hall Property Disposition 25.257 (1).pdf

Attached please find the BG-5 for the 329 Ellis Cook Road, Mt. Washington, KY property acquisition. This will close out the project in FACPAC. I ask the BG-5 for this project be approved.

Attachment:

• FACPAC BG-5 (Project 25-317) 

• 01.2026 BG5 Ellis Cook Road Property 25.317.pdf

Attached please find the BG-5 for the high school football stadiums. This will close out the project in FACPAC. I ask the BG-5 for this project be approved.

Attachment:

• FACPAC BG-5 (Project 23-157)

• 01.2026 BG5 High School Football Stadiums.pdf

• BG 24-192 CO 30 TENNIS COURT WIRING REVISIONS.pdf

• BG 23-050 CO 31 GAS LINE SERVICE CHANGE.pdf

• BG 23-050 CO 32 STAGE RIGGING.pdf

• BG 25-145 UES SPECIAL INSPECTIONS (1).pdf

• BG 25-145 CO 8&10 WEIGHT ROOM FLOORING.pdf

• BG 25-145 CO 9&11 CABLE TRAY REVISIONS.pdf

The Bullitt County Board of Education received an Offer of Assistance from the School Facilities Construction Commission (SFCC). Acceptance of this Offer of Assistance commits the school district to adhere to the statutes and regulations governing this program. The Offer of Assistance is in the annual debt service amount of $55,209 to be used towards proposed construction or major renovation of facilities outlined in the District's most current approved facility plan.

This means no bonds may be sold prior to July 1, 2026, which assumes that funding is included in the 2026-2028 biennium. In order for our district to be eligible to accept this offer, it will be necessary for the district to verify that we have transferred to the SFCC Escrow-current offer the fund balances remaining in both the Building Fund and Capital Outlay Fund as of June 30, 2025, plus interest accumulated on these funds.

I ask the Offer of Assistance from the School Facilities Construction Commission in the amount of $50,209 for annual debt service be approved.

• 01.2026 SFCC Offer of Assistance.pdf

Funds are assigned on the balance sheet for future district projects. The district will utilize $2,500.00 for the fiber connection from Eastside Middle School to the newly acquired building located behind the school. This is for informational purposes only. No board action required. 

• 01.2026 Other Assign Fiber.pdf

• 2026 SUMMER CAMPS - 2025 Summer Camp.pdf

• Donations & Grants Jan. 2026 BOE Memo

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. 

• Curriculum Instructional Resources Jan 2026.pdf

Kentucky Chess Association has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to use Bullitt Central HS on the following days:

• 02/07/2026 All required documentation has been verified.

I recommend approval of this request. 

• 2 7 26 BCHS Facilities Use for KY Chess Association.pdf

Kentucky Chess Association (KCA) has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to use Bullitt Central HS on the following days:

• 03/14/2026 All required documentation has been verified.

I recommend approval of this request.

• 3 14 26 BCHS Facilities Use for KY Chess Association.pdf

KCA has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to use Roby ES on the following days: 02/14/2026 All required documentation has been verified. I recommend approval of this request.

• RES Facilities Use for KY Chess Assoc 2 14 26.pdf

Church of the Crossroads has submitteda facility use form seeking permission to use Bullitt East HS on the following days: 04/04/2026 -04/05/2026 All required documentation has been verified.

I recommend approval of this request. 

• BEHS Facilities Use for COTC 4 4-5 2026.pdf

Bullitt Lodge #155 F&AM has submitted a facility use form seeking permission to use Bullitt Central HS on the following days: 06/07/2026 All required documentation has been verified. I recommend approval of this request. 

• BCHS Facilities Use for Bullitt Lodge 6 7 2026.pdf

Kristi Lynch, Principal of North Bullitt High School, requests to add a school-paid Cross Country/Track coach to the school's staffing. The funding for the coaching position would come from Fund 22. Attachment: Memo from Principal Lynch

• NBHS Request for School Paid Indoor Cross Country Track Coach.pdf

Approve NBHS School paid Cross Country Track Coack as requested.

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Approve NBHS School paid Cross Country Track Coack as requested. passed with a motion by Dallas Harshfield and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

Lauren Burnett, principal of Hebron Middle School, requests to add an Assistant Athletic Director position. This will be for the 2025-2026 school year. This stipend of $500 will be paid from SBDM funds.

• HMS- Assistant Athletic Director Request.pdf

Approve HMS Assistant Athletic Director as requested.

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Approve HMS Assistant Athletic Director as requested. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Marci Hodges.

Pursuant to KRS 160.470 (6)(a), the Board of Education is required to publicly examine anticipated revenues and expenditures for Fiscal Year 2027 by January 31, 2026. Attached is the draft budget for your review. Board minutes must reflect the presentation of the draft budget.

The budget cycle begins with the Draft Budget. At this time, the finance office is working on departmental projections and salary projections for the upcoming fiscal year. The CERS employer contribution rates are approved by the CERS Board of Trustees. The combined rate (pension and insurance) will decrease from 18.62% to 17.43% which is lower than the previous fiscal year.

The draft budget is prepared only as an estimate. The draft budget includes General Fund, Capital Outlay (Fund 310), Building Fund (Fund 320), and School Food Service. The total draft budget as presented is $205.057.034.10. This does include budgets for On Behalf expenses. All departmental budgets and salary budgets will be scrutinized for savings prior to the Tentative Budget submission.

In May, the Tentative Budget will be submitted. This provides a more accurate reflection of all revenue and expenses for the upcoming school year. At this time, I am submitting for review the draft budget. If you should have any questions, please call me.

• 01.2026 Draft Budget FY 2027.pdf

For review only, no motion.

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

• SSID #2120409350 - senior at Bullitt Central High School
• SSID #2120231522 - senior at Bullitt Central High School
• SSID #2120387309 - senior at Bullitt Central High School
• SSID #2120213142 - senior at Bullitt Central High School

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

Approve Early Graduation Requests as recommended.

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Approve Early Graduation Requests as recommended. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Marci Hodges.

Pursuant to 703 KAR 5:280(11), the local board of education reviews and approves the
school improvement plan. Attached you will find Comprehensive School Improvement
Plans for each school for January 2026-December 2026. Each CSIP was developed with
input from a variety of school-level stakeholders. In addition, all plans have been
approved by SBDM or will be approved at January 2026 SBDM meetings. Phase I, II,
and III school improvement documents are listed below, as well as a list of Non-TSI, TSI,
and CSI schools. Approval is requested of all comprehensive school improvement plans
for all listed schools below.
? Phase 1: Continuous Improvement Diagnostic
? Phase I: School Safety Report
? Phase I: Executive Summary
? Phase II: Needs Assessment
? Phase II: School Assurances
? Phase III: Comprehensive School Improvement Plan Goal Builder

• Board Copies-20260114T203430Z-1-001.zip

Approve CSIP as presented

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Approve CSIP as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.

The attached document is the Bullitt County Public Schools 2026 CDIP that was developed based on a district needs assessment from local and state assessment data. The CDIP will continually be revised with input from district administrators, principals, teachers, and parents throughout the school year. It is reviewed and adjusted, as needed, monthly with our curriculum, instruction, and assessment team based on recent data and improvement action steps. Approval is requested for the Bullitt County Public Schools 2026 Comprehensive District Improvement Plan (CDIP).

• 2026 CDIP Memo (1)_merged.pdf

Approve CDIP as requested.

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Approve CDIP as requested. passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Belcher and a second by Ms. Nita Neal.

This memo formally requests the Board's approval to establish the Bullitt County Public Schools / School-Based Law Enforcement Agency (BCSLEA).

This establishment is a crucial step in formalizing and enhancing school safety operations within the district. Upon receiving approval from the Board, the following actions will be taken:

• 1. A formal request will be filed with the Kentucky State Police (KSP) to officially establish the department.
• 2. Bullitt County Public Schools (BCPS) will continue planning and development in collaboration with the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council (KLEC), the Kentucky Center for School Safety (KCSS), and the Kentucky School Marshal’s Office for necessary support and guidance.

The new School-Based Law Enforcement Agency will operate under the following core principles:

• Primary Function: Administration of Criminal Justice.
• Officer Authority: All School Resource Officers (SROs) will have full arrest powers.
• Training: All SROs will meet state-mandated statutory training requirements.
• Budget Requirement: A substantial portion (51%) of the budget will be allocated to support criminal justice functions.
• Communication: A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will be created between BCPS and the contracted communication provider. 

• Board Approval Creation of BC School Based Law Enforcement Agency.pdf

Approved recommendation for Bullitt County School Based Law Enforcement Agency

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Approved recommendation for Bullitt County School Based Law Enforcement Agency passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Dallas Harshfield.

Adjourn at _:__ p.m.

Order #2026-201 - Motion Passed:  Adjourn at 5:21 p.m. passed with a motion by Ms. Nita Neal and a second by Ms. Linda Belcher.