Covington Independent
December 04, 2025 5:30 PM
Covington Board of Education Regular Working Meeting
I. Call to Order
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
II. Roll Call
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
III. Pledge of Allegiance
Board Members
IV. Welcome and Board Chair Comments
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
V. Public Input
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
Rationale

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: Comments 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.

VI. District Recognition and Presentations ~ Ninth District
Board Member
VII. Informational Items (Action Possible)
VII.1. 2024-2025 Adopt A Class District Impact Report
Ms. Sonya Fultz, Chief Executive Officer, Adopt A Class
VII.2. Star Proficiency Rates Fall 2025
Mr.Tony Magner, Director of Federal Programs
Rationale

 

 

All Covington students K-12 engaged in Star assessments this fall.  These assessments are used to gain an accurate view of students' abilities in reading and math, so that instruction can be planned to meet student needs and to monitor progress over time.  This document shows the proficiency rates in Reading, Math, Reading CBM, Math CBM, and Early Literacy for the district and for each school.

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VII.3. 2025 Accountability
Mr. Tony Magner, Director of Federal Programs
Rationale

 

School Accountability was made public on 11/19/25.  The data is broken down by school and by our elementary schools as a whole.  There is also a document that shows the highlights of the district and next steps to address our areas of growth.

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VII.4. College Enrollment Data
Mr. Tony Magner, Director of Federal Programs
Rationale

This data from the National Clearinghouse shows college enrollment data from the Class of 2023 and the Class of 2024.

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VII.5. Fundraiser Request ~ Holmes High School Band/Chorus
Mr. Conrad Krieger, Holmes High School Band Director
Rationale

The Band/Chorus would like to partner with Tom's Coffee truck to provide drinks to concert and event attendees for a profit percentage.  The funds would be used to purchase items for awards night, Senior Night and the Homecoming Parade.

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VII.6. School Council Meeting Minutes ~ November
Rationale

Pursuant to Policy 02.423, School Council Meetings (SBDM), a copy of the minutes of each council meeting shall be forwarded by the Principal to the Superintendent who shall keep the Board informed of the council actions.

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VII.7. Personnel Actions
Mr. Ken Kippenbrock, Executive Director of Human Resources
Rationale

The personnel actions listed on the exhibit have taken place since the board meeting of November 6, 2025.

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VII.8. Holmes Middle School ~ A River Cities School of Innovation
Mr. Lee Turner, Principal Holmes Middle School
Rationale

The "Innovative School Bill" for Kentucky refers to Senate Bill (SB) 207, known as the "School Innovation Act," which became law in 2025 after a legislative override of the governor's veto. This law allows public schools and districts to apply for exemptions (waivers) from certain state education laws and regulations to implement innovative educational strategies aimed at improving student academic achievement.

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VIII. Consent Agenda
IX. Individual Approval Agenda Items
X. Addendum Agenda (Action Possible)
XI. Superintendent Report
XII. Report of the Attorney
Ms. Aaren Meehan, Board Attorney
XIII. Board Member Discussion and/or Comments
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
XIV. Upcoming Events
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
Rationale

December 4 ~ Covington Board of Education Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm., 25 E. 7th Street

December 9 ~ Covington Board of Education Special Meeting, 5:30 pm., 25 E.  7th Street

December 9 ~ Holmes for the Holidays Family Bingo & Shopping Event 4:00 pm. – 7, Holmes High School                           

December 11 ~ Santa Paws Family Literacy Night, Ninth District, 5:30 pm. – 7pm

December 16 ~ John G. Carlisle Holiday Fest, John G. Carlisle, 6:00 pm – 7pm.

December 17 ~ Crafts with Cops and Global Celebration, Glenn O. Swing, 5:00 pm – 6:30pm

December 18 ~ Covington Board of Education Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm., 25 E.7th Street 

December 22 ~ CIPS Winter Break begins, schools closed through January 5,2026

December 24 ~ Christmas Eve - Schools and Offices Closed

December 25 ~ Christmas Day - Schools and Offices Closed

December 31 ~ New Years Eve - Schools and Offices Closed

January 1 ~ New Years Day – Schools and Offices Closed

January 5 ~ Staff Planning Day – No Students                                                 

March 13-15 ~ COSSBA Conference, Louisville 

Visit EventLink.com for all athletic schedules. GO BULLDOGS!

XV. Executive Session
Rationale

Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) the Board may go into executive session.

XVI. Adjournment
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair