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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
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
Board Member
VI.1.
Holmes Middle School Student of the Month ~ Salve Aureya Rodgers
VI.2.
Holmes Middle School Certified Employee of the Month ~ Mr. Roger Hall
VI.3.
Holmes Middle School Classified Employee of the Month ~ Ms. Twila Johnson
VI.4.
Holmes Middle School Volunteer of the Month ~ Mr. Kenneth Webb
VII.
Informational Items (Action Possible)
VII.1.
Esperanza Update
Ms. Violeta Colman
VII.2.
Covington Education Association update
Mr. Matt Reed, Holmes High School Teacher
VII.3.
5 & 6 Monthly Attendance Reports
Ms. Jessica Duty, 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, chronic absenteeism percentage and percentage of attendance for students by grade, by school and compares to previous year’s monthly enrollment figures. This report is based on school months and not calendar months.
VII.4.
Covington Independent Public Schools Certified Evaluation Plan
Mr. Scott Alter, Assistant Superintendent of Student Learning
VII.5.
Payroll Calendar for 2026-2027
Ms. Annette Burtschy, Director of Finance
VII.6.
Tentative SBDM Allocation 26-27
Mr. Tony Magner, Director of Federal Programs
Last month, the district gave a projection of the 2027 SBDM staffing allocation.
By May 1st, 2026, the district must give the SBDM Councils a revised staff allocation based on more accurate end-of-year numbers. This is the May 1st Allocation based on enrollment numbers on April 3, 2026.
(By September 15, 2026, the SBDM Council will receive another revised allocation based on actual enrollment)
VII.7.
1 to 1 refresh on devices for Holmes High School, Holmes Middle School & Transformational Learning Center
Ms. Annette Burtschy, Director of Finance
Information is being provided on what options the district has available to refresh 1 to 1 devices at Holmes High School, Holmes Middle School, and TLC. The devices would be purchased with FY26 monies but will be ready for used in FY27. See attached spreadsheet showing different devices that can be purchased with costs, the funding recommendation to cover the cost along with the Capital Funds Request Form.
This purchase & funding options has been discussed during a budget committee meeting.
VII.8.
2026-2027Custodial Bid
Ms. Susan Marksberry, Purchasing
A request for district wide custodial supplies was advertised and bid. With nine companies responding, it was determined that based on quality of product, cost, and service, these companies were selected as Custodial Supplies Vendors for all custodial items used throughout the district. The items awarded are highlighted per company as indicated on the attached sheets. Both the maintenance and custodial supervisors approved the products and service of the companies selected. (See attached.)
VII.9.
The Carnegie
Ms. Alissa Paasch/Mr. Tony Magner, Director of Federal Programs
The Carnegie provides rigorous arts programming to every elementary classroom in the Covington Elementary Schools. Per the Kentucky Department of Education, emphasis is placed on engaging students in a variety of arts (Visual Arts, Theatre, Dance, and Music) through active participation. Carnegie teaching artists develop and instruct visual and performing arts lessons aligned with the National Core Arts Standards giving students opportunities to create, perform/produce, respond, and connect in each art form. Students practice making creative choices, build community through communication and collaboration, and develop confidence and pride in their abilities.
The Carnegie is proposing that we continue to offer year-round arts programming to all 5 elementary schools. We will continue to collaborate with each school to:
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Provide opportunities for all students to actively participate in Music, Visual Arts, Dance and Theatre programming
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Provide opportunities for all students to create, perform, respond and connect per the National Core Arts Standards
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Maintain a strong co-teacher system between classroom teacher and teaching artist
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Establish positive relationships with students (especially with returning teaching artists)
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Build positive school culture and classroom community with a focus on SEL, UDL, and arts integration
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Strengthen family connection and student confidence through arts open houses
Carnegie programming will also focus on positively impacting growth with the Quality of School Climate and Safety Indicator in Kentucky Board of Education’s Accountability System.
VII.10.
Personnel Actions
Mr. Ken Kippenbrock - Executive Director of Human Resources and Operations
The personnel actions listed on the exhibit have taken place since the board meeting of March 12, 2026.
VIII.
Individual Approval Agenda Items
VIII.1.
Emergency Project
Mr. Ken Kippenbrock, Executive Director of Human Resources
It is recommended the Covington Board of Education hereby deems the Latonia Elementary School Gym Roof Collapse an Emergency Project, as recommended by Superintendent Garrison.
VIII.2.
BG26-347, LES Emergency Project, Contract Execution Request
Mr. Ken Kippenbrock, Executive Director of Human Resources
BG26-347: Latonia Elementary School Roof Collapse Emergency Project
It is recommended that the Covington Board of Education approve the execution of a contract with HGC Construction for BG26-347, the Latonia Elementary School Roof Collapse Emergency Project.
The scope of work for this project includes the following rebuild components:
- HVAC system
- Gym floor
- Roof
- Walls
Additional renovations and upgrades will include:
- Security camera upgrades
- Doors and door hardware upgrades
- Bleachers
- Scoreboard
- Basketball goals
Recommended Motion:
Approve the execution of a construction contract with HGC Construction for BG26-347.
VIII.3.
Shortened School Day
Misti Carr
Misti Carr, Director of Special Education, is requesting approval for shortened school days for one student with a disability.
The Admissions and Release Committee has determined that the student requires a shortened school day temporarily due to being parentally placed in a Partial Hospitalization Program. The Admissions and Release Committee will address speical education services upon student release from the Partial Hospitalization Program.
IX.
Addendum Agenda (Action Possible)
X.
Superintendent Report
XI.
Report of the Attorney
Ms. Aaren Meehan, Board Attorney
XII.
Board Member Discussion and/or Comments
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
XIII.
Upcoming Events
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
April 16 ~ Board of Education Meeting, 25 E. 7th Street @ 5:30 pm
April 17 ~ School Carnival & Kindergarten Registration @ Sixth District Elementary 5:00pm - 8:00pm
April 18 ~ 200 Miles for 200 Years, Holmes High School Track @ 10:00 am
April 23 ~ Holmes High School Mind, Body & Soul Health & Wellness Fair 5:00pm - 7:00pm
May 7 ~ Cook Like a Viking Family Night @ Ninth District 4:30pm - 6:00pm
May 11 ~ Cub Zone Showcase @ John G. Carlisle 4:30pm
Visit EventLink.com for all athletic schedules. GO BULLDOGS!
XIV.
Executive Session
Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) the Board may go into executive session.
XV.
Adjournment
Mr. Tom Haggard, Board Chair
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