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I.
Call to Order
Mr. Tom Wherry, Board Chair
II.
Roll Call
Mr. Tom Wherry, Board Chair
III.
Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Tom Wherry, Board Chair
IV.
Welcome and Board Chair Comments
Mr. Tom Wherry, Board Chair
V.
Public Input
Mr. Tom Wherry, Board Chair
This is an opportunity for the community to provide input and comments on district business.
Members of the public may address the Board during the period set aside by the Board without submitting an item for the agenda. No action shall be taken during this portion of the meeting on issues raised by employees or the public unless deemed an emergency by the Board. Please note: Speakers are asked to refrain from personal remarks in which an individual is named. Comments are limited to two minutes unless extended by the board chair. Critical comments or complaints are processed through the District’s complaint procedures. Questions and concerns will be addressed by the Board through various venues, including, but not limited to, the district website and e-mail. In addition, copies of the meeting rules and procedures will be provided at every board meeting.
VI.
District Recognition and Presentations
Board Member
VI.1.
Ms. Erionna L. Hamilton, Holmes High School Diploma Recipient, Conferred on January 10, 2020
Mr. Scott Hornblower, Covington Adult High School
VI.2.
Mr. Marcus D. Elmer, Jr., Covington Independent High School Diploma Recipient, Conferred on January 15, 2020
Mr. Scott Hornblower, Covington Adult High School
VI.3.
Student Based Enterprise Presentation
Members of the Student Based Enterprise group will present their program to the Board.
VI.4.
Certified Employee of the Month ~ Ms. Alicia Trenkamp
Board Member
VI.5.
Classified Employee of the Month ~ Ms. Amber Lykins
Board Member
VI.6.
Volunteer of the Month ~ Ms. Christy Burnette
Board Member
VII.
Informational Items (Action Possible)
VII.1.
Holmes High School Annual Update
Mr. Tony Magner and Ms. Angie Turnick, Co-Principals
Holmes High School's administration and staff will report to the Board their annual update.
VII.2.
Monthly Attendance Report ~ Fifth Month
Mr. Ken Kippenbrock, Director of Pupil Personnel
This is a monthly agenda item used to keep the Board and Administration up to date on attendance and enrollment figures. This report contains the membership and percentage of attendance for students by school and compares the current year’s enrollment figures with those from previous school years.
VII.3.
2020-2021 School Calendar
Mr. Ken Kippenbrock, Director of Pupil Personnel
Requested that the Covington Board of Education accept as an informational item with the possible action to vote on the 2020 – 2021 School Calendar. The 2020-2021 Student Calendar was approved by the elected Calendar Committee unanimously on January 23, 2020.
Calendar contains:
- 167 Instructional Days
- 4 Professional Development Days
- 4 Holidays
- 1 Opening Day
- 1 Closing Day
- 8 Teacher Equivalency Days
- 185 Teacher Days
- 6 Possible Make-up Days (if required)
VII.4.
Amendment to Superintendent's Contract
Mr. Tom Wherry, Board Chair
Paragraph 16 of the current contract between the Superintendent and the Board of Education provides for the one year rollover that may be exercised at any time during the contract term and by mutual agreement of the parties. If the rollover is approved then the Superintendent’s contract shall be extended so that the termination date of the Contract shall be changed from June 30, 2021 to June 30, 2022. All other terms and provisions of the Superintendent’s contract shall remain in full force and effect.
VIII.
Consent Agenda
VIII.1.
Fall and Winter Surplus Award Bids
Ms. Annette Burtschy, Director of Finance
In December of 2019, the fall/winter surplus items were recognized and advertised to all staff. Four bidders participated and the items awarded as indicated total bid award to be collected is $882.15.
VIII.2.
Approval of Minutes ~ January 23, 2020 Regular Meeting
VIII.3.
Approval of Minutes ~ January 25, 2020 Special Meeting
IX.
Individual Approval Agenda Items
IX.1.
School-Related Trip Request ~ Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA)
Ms. Stacie Strotman, Director of Community and Family Engagement
Pursuant to CIPS Policy 09.36, School-Related Student Trips requires board approval for overnight trips. Mr. Wesley Neal and Ms. Brittany Riffle, both Holmes Middle School Teachers, are requesting approval for fifteen students to attend Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA) on March 1-3, 2020 in Louisville, Kentucky.
Group Name: Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA) - Holmes Middle School
Adviser Name: Wesley Neal
Dates: March 1-3
Location: Crowne Plaza, Louisville, KY
Purpose of trip: The Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA) is a 3-day experiential learning conference in which students participate directly in simulated international diplomacy. KUNA offers students the opportunity to experience the richness of cultures from around the world, develop empathy, and hone their critical thinking skills while engaging with a wide variety of perspectives and global issues.
Transportation mode: School Bus
Number of students attending: 15
Number of adults attending: 2 (Wesley Neal and Brittany Riffle)
Breakdown of cost:
Registration, Hotel, Food: Registration, hotel and food will be bundled through KUNA, students have applied for financial aid. The Elsa Sule Foundation grant will cover majority of costs associated with registration and hotel. Covington Partners will make up the difference in what is not covered through the financial aid process.
Transportation cost: $1,500, covered by Covington Education Foundation
Temp duty: Substitute coverage needed for teachers March 2-3
IX.2.
School Bus Maintenance Agreement
Ms. Annette Burtschy, Director of Finance
During the annual review of the district's insurance policies with the insurance agent, it was brought to the attention of the Finance Officer about having a school bus maintenance agreement. This agreement is entered into when Covington provides school bus maintenance services to another school district for a fee.
The Finance Officer consulted with the Superintendent, the Transportation Department, and the district's Board Attorney on creating the School Bus Maintenance Agreement.
Please find attached for board review and approval of this agreement.
IX.3.
Family Resource and Youth Service Centers Continuation Grants
Dr. Janice Wilkerson, Assistant Superintendent
Every two years a continuation grant application is submitted to the Office of Family Resource/Youth Services Centers for the Family Resource and Youth Services Centers in our district. Each of the elementary schools, the early childhood center, middle school and high school have continuation grant applications.
Continuation Grants
James E. Biggs Early Childhood Education Centers
John G. Carlisle Elementary
Sixth District Elementary
Glenn O. Swing Elementary
Ninth District Elementary
Latonia Elementary
Holmes Middle School
Holmes High School
X.
Addendum Agenda (Action Possible)
XI.
Report of the Attorney
Ms. Mary Ann Stewart, Board Attorney
XII.
Further Discussion and/or announcements by the Board of Education
Mr. Alvin Garrison, Superintendent
XIII.
Upcoming Events
Mr. Alvin Garrison, Superintendent
February 12 ~ 100th Day of School
February 17 ~ Holiday #4 Presidents Day, Schools Closed
February 18 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
February 21-23 ~ KSBA Annual Conference, Galt House Louisville
February 25 ~ NO Budget Committee Meeting
March 3 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
March 10 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
March 17 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
March 24 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
March 31 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
March 20 ~ Professional Development Day #2, Schools Closed
April 6 - 10 ~ Spring Break, Schools closed
April 7 ~ NO Budget Committee Meeting
April 14 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
April 21 ~ Budget Committee Meeting, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. @ Central Office
April 4-6 ~ NSBA Annual Conference, Chicago
May 5-27 ~ Testing Window
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XIV.
Executive Session
Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) the Board may go into executive session.
XV.
Adjournment
Mr. Tom Wherry, Board Chair
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