Breathitt Elementary School
November 13, 2019 3:30 PM
November Regular SBDM Meeting
1. Roll Call
2. Review of Mission and Vision Statement
Discussion

Mission and vision were discussed. 

2.1. Mission- Making children Ready for a Changing World
2.2. Vision- Our vision is that every student will gain necessary knowledge and skills to succeed at their highest potential.
2.3. Beliefs- We believe all students can become lifelong learners, thinkers, and productive contributors to our society. It is our responsibility to ensure all students have the opportunity to learn at a high level in a safe and secure learning environment.
3. Approval of Agenda
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approval of agenda passed with a motion by Mary Kay Caudill and a second by Marlene Hamilton.

Member Votes
Mary Kay Caudill Yes
Mrs. Teresa Combs Absent
Jason Fugate Yes
Marlene Hamilton Yes
Tammy Keene Yes
Leah Kay Lovins Absent
4. Approval of Minutes
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Approval of previous minutes passed with a motion by Tammy Keene and a second by Mary Kay Caudill.

Member Votes
Mary Kay Caudill Yes
Mrs. Teresa Combs Absent
Jason Fugate Yes
Marlene Hamilton Yes
Tammy Keene Yes
Leah Kay Lovins Absent
5. New Business
Discussion


6. Monthly Review of Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP)
Discussion

The council discussed the planning phase of the new CSIP.  Mr. Fugate shared the critical initiatives with the council.  

7. Financial Report
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  The purchase of 25 iPads passed with a motion by Mary Kay Caudill and a second by Marlene Hamilton.

Member Votes
Mary Kay Caudill Yes
Mrs. Teresa Combs Absent
Jason Fugate Yes
Marlene Hamilton Yes
Tammy Keene Yes
Leah Kay Lovins Absent
Discussion

Mr. Fugate explained that during the last round of MAP testing, MRC had to borrow iPads from SES to complete testing with grades K-2 because we did not have enough iPads that were compatible with the NWEA system.  He explained that we need to purchase a class set of iPads to have to be able to complete the required testing.  The approximate cost would be $7500 for 25 new iPads.  The council agreed.  

8. Academic Report
Discussion

Open House was held on October 24th, parents received report cards, Fall MAP testing scores, and KPREP scores from the 2018-2019 school year.

8.1. Student achievement
Discussion


9. Curriculum Update
Discussion

K-2 teachers will be participating in LLI training on November 25 and 26th.  This is a reading intervention program that the teachers can implement with the students.

9.1. Amplify Science
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  The approval of using Amplify Science as the science curriculum at MR-C passed with a motion by Mary Kay Caudill and a second by Tammy Keene.

Member Votes
Mary Kay Caudill Yes
Mrs. Teresa Combs Absent
Jason Fugate Yes
Marlene Hamilton Yes
Tammy Keene Yes
Leah Kay Lovins Absent
Discussion

The council discussed Amplify Science curriculum.  Mr. Fugate explained that with SBDM approval, the district will purchase materials and schedule Professional D

10. Behavior Data
Attachments
Discussion

Mr. Fugate discussed that there were 7 behavior referrals for the month of October (4 in the classroom, 3 on the playground, and 1 in the cafeteria).  He explained that this is up from 4 referrals for the month of September.  The council discussed possible causes of the increase.

11. Policy Review/Approval
Discussion


11.1. Writing Policy
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  The second reading of the Writing Policy passed with a motion by Tammy Keene and a second by Mary Kay Caudill.

Member Votes
Mary Kay Caudill Yes
Mrs. Teresa Combs Absent
Jason Fugate Yes
Marlene Hamilton Yes
Tammy Keene Yes
Leah Kay Lovins Absent
Discussion

The council reviewed the second reading of the Writing Policy.  The council approved the Writing Policy.  

11.2. Technology Policy
Discussion

The council read and discussed the first reading of the technology policy.  The council will make any needed changes and have a second reading during the December SBDM meeting.

12. Informational items
Discussion

The council discussed the Veterans Day Program was held on November 8th.  The veterans ate lunch and then were honored during a program in the gym.

Grandparents/Parents Day lunch will be held on November 21, 2019.  Grandparents and/or parents can come have Thanksgiving lunch with the students for $4.

13. Public Comments
Discussion

No public in attendance

14. Other Comments
15. Adjournment
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Adjournment passed with a motion by Marlene Hamilton and a second by Tammy Keene.

Member Votes
Mary Kay Caudill Yes
Mrs. Teresa Combs Absent
Jason Fugate Yes
Marlene Hamilton Yes
Tammy Keene Yes
Leah Kay Lovins Absent