Order #3869 - Motion Passed:  Motion to Adopt Agenda passed with a motion by Ms. Suzanne Wilson and a second by Ms. Barkley Taylor.

Classified - Shelly Wilson 

Certified - Paige Cook

Community - Don Franklin 

Mr. Zach Lewis, CMS Principal:

Mr. Lewis recognized students from CMS KYA.

Mr. Lewis updated the Board on CMS academics including MAP testing and after school study sessions; CMS next steps to focus on “raising the bar”; upcoming CMS events such as 8^th grade parent/guardian luncheon May 3^rd and the new Innovation Academy; and CMS extracurricular activities.

Ms. Pat Hall, Board Chair:

The Board attended the annual KSBA Conference and there were some interesting sessions. There were a little bit of difference with regard to the Charter School training we’re all required to have. They are doing a little bit better job of presenting it. It’s just that the audience is probably not very receptive. However, we had some great opportunities and was able to do a lot of networking. It’s important for us to meet with other Board Members.

I traveled to Frankfort last Tuesday with Steve Becker, who is the Chair of the Danville Independent School Board. When we arrived in Frankfort we were accompanied by three other School Board Members. We were there to listen to the presentation of 205 which has suddenly become a really bad number to a lot of us and before we even got home, we heard about 354.

Needless to say, look at what the Legislators are doing and when they say “cleanup bill” in Frankfort, they mean take everything and throw it in one pot and vote on it. That could be very detrimental to us. Keep calling our local Representative and our local Senator and let them know how we feel. We are not anti-education at all and whatever works best for each and every child, we would be less than ourselves if we didn’t want it. But, at the same time, we have almost 1,200 students that we’re responsible for that we want to see get every opportunity that they deserve. If they can find money, then go to it and we’ll support it. But don’t take ours!  

Mr. Kirby Smith, Superintendent:

I hate to say this because I don’t want to jinx us but it seems as though we might have made it through the worst of the flu season. Our attendance has been steadily coming back up. 

Since we last met I, along with Mr. Stuart Hughes met with engineers in regards to the bridge over Buckhorn creek. We still have heard back from them as to when the project might start.

I attended a meeting in early February at Burgin Ind for Independent School District Supt only. Our next meeting will be in April and will be at Frankfort Ind. 

I attended the LEAD day in Frankfort on Thursday February 21^st. I was able to sit in on the senate education committee meeting and meet with both Senator Wise and Representative Carney. 

I had a great time once again at the annual KSBA conference and enjoyed our time together. Most of the sessions I chose to attend were dealing with school safety.

Had a good turnout at CMS for the KCA night.

BIG picture night at CHS was well attended and as of last Friday when applications were due to be turned in, 50 students have applied for the full BIG picture program while 30 students have applied for the hybrid schedule, that allows for AP course work.

I continue to meet with our Innovation team in regards to planning and prep for next school year.

We are in the process of completing another round of Instructional walkthroughs at each school.

I attended the Law and Finance conference last Thursday and Friday in Lexington.

CHS juniors will take the state mandated ACT tomorrow. Goal is a composite score of a 20!

Ms. Doss continues to work on the New Skills for Youth grant. That grant is due within the next couple weeks and would support the planning of the new Central KY Career Academy.

Approximately 33 days until KPEP testing will begin.

Work on the new floor in the multipurpose room is schedule to begin around spring break

Crews are putting the finishing touches on the new science lab at CMS.

The Aspiring Administrator meetings are going great!

Congratulations to Mr. Mitch Overstreet.  Mitch was selected and was inducted into the 5^th region AD’s hall of fame. He was recognized at the finals of the girls 5^th region championship game.   

I am providing each of you with a copy of my calendar for February, March and April.

Order #3870 - Motion Passed:  Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Items passed with a motion by Ms. Suzanne Wilson and a second by Mr. Mitch Overstreet.

• February Board Meeting Minutes 2018-2019
• Winter School Activities Recognitions Minutes 2018-2019

The Finance Report was presented by Mr. Chris Kidwell, Associate Superintendent/Finance Director. 

• Finance Summary
• Balance Sheet
• Detail Finance Report

• CES - Monthly Financial Report
• CMS - Monthly Financial Report
• CHS - Monthly Financial Report

• Personnel Report

Order #3871 - Motion Passed:  Motion to Adjourn Board Meeting at 6:49 p.m. passed with a motion by Ms. Barkley Taylor and a second by Ms. Suzanne Wilson.