Elizabethtown Independent
June 16, 2025 6:00 PM
Board of Education Regular Meeting
I. Call to Order
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Rationale

The Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag - Kids Bible Lessons

 

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III. Consideration of Approval of Board Meeting Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #13482 - Motion Passed:  APPROVE BOARD MEETING AGENDA passed with a motion by Ms. Heather Sharpensteen and a second by Mr. Paul Godfrey.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Yes
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
IV. Recognition of Guests and Special Accomplishments
IV.A. State Tennis Qualifiers
Karen and Roger Henson
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Libby O'Neill -- 5th region girls singles semi-finalist, 5th Region Team Runner-Up

Reese Moreman -- 5th region girls singles semi-finalist, 5th Region Team Runner-Up

Lilly O'Neill and Elinor Troutt -- 5th region girls doubles semi-finalists, 5th Region Team Runner-Up 

Nolan Parsons -- 5th region boys singles runner up, 5th Region Team Runner-Up

Ben Hanson -- 5th region boys singles champion, 5th Region Team Runner-Up 

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Ms. Karen Henson recognized students who were able to compete at the State Level. 

IV.B. EHS Valedictorian - Gehrig Galvin
Josh Henderson
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Mr. Josh Henderson introduced Gehrig Galvin and spoke of his accomplishments including achieving Valedictorian for Elizabethtown High School, Class of 2025.

IV.C. EHS Salutatorian - Michelle Zheng
Josh Henderson
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Discussion

Michelle Zheng was unable to be here to be recognized. 

V. The Superintendent has informed the Board of Education of Personnel Actions that have taken place since the last Board Meeting
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VI. Attendance Report
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VII. Approve Consent Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #13483 - Motion Passed:  APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA passed with a motion by Mr. Paul Godfrey and a second by Ms. Heather Sharpensteen.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Yes
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
VII.A. Acknowledge Receipt of the SBDM Written Reports
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Attached are the SBDM Written Reports from Elizabethtown High School, Helmwood Heights Elementary, Morningside Elementary, TK Stone and Panther Academy for review.


 

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VII.B. Approve Board Meeting Minutes
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VII.C. Approve the Treasurer's Monthly Financial Report and Payment of Bills and Claims
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VII.D. Approve Summary of Payments No. 3
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VII.E. Approve Fundraisers for 2025-2026 School Year
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VII.F. Approve Emergency Certifications
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"Mrs. Derisa Hindle is requesting approval for an Emergency Teaching Certification for two Middle School ELA Teachers and a Middle School Science Teacher. Postings to attract and employ teachers in these positions were placed on the Kentucky Employment Placement Service (KEPS) and on the district's application software (TalentEd), and on vacancy announcements throughout the district. The best candidate for one of the middle school ELA positions is a candidate with a valid Kentucky certification in Elementary Education who will work in the 25-26 school year to extend her certification in this area. The best candidate for the other middle school ELA position served as a long-term substitute teacher in this role during the 24-25 school year and continues to work to obtain admission into an MAT/Option 6 program for Middle Grades ELA. The best candidate for the middle school Science position has an education minor in her undergraduate degree and is working to obtain admission into an MAT/Option 6 program for Middle Grades Science."

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VII.G. Approve Agreement with Cumberland Family Medical Center
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VII.H. Approve Participation in Voluntary Comprehensive Coordinated Intervening Services through KDE
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Participation in Voluntary Comprehensive Coordinated Intervening Services through the Kentucky Department of Education

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VII.I. Approve MOU with Hope Collaborative
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VII.J. Approve Contract with Brian Goemmer for Orientation and Mobility Services
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Approval of Contract with Brian Goemmer to provide Orientation and Mobility Services. 

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VII.K. Approve MOA with Creative Counseling & Consultation, PLLC
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VII.L. Approve General Liability, Property, Business Auto, Umbrella and Workers Comp-KEMI
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Mrs. Denise Morgan, Director of Finance, is recommending approval of our General Liability, Property, Auto and Umbrella and Workers Comp-KEMI with Houchens Insurance Group to include Monoline Cyber insurance.  The increase in total policy from the previous year is $87,641.72.  Note that the deductible will be $100,000 or 1 % of the claim whichever is highest, per occurrence, per location with this renewal.  Our umbrella limit is being decreased from 10 million to 5 million and our uninsured/underinsured motorist is going from 1,000,000 to 500,000.  Premium comparison is attached for your review.
 

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VII.M. Approve MOA Central Kentucky Head Start
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VII.N. Approve Direct and Indirect Cost Rates
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The Kentucky Department of Education Calculates the District Indirect Cost Rates to be used by the Elizabethtown Independent School System to use when charging indirect costs to the School Food Service Program and Federal Grant Awards.  The rates calculated for use beginning July 1, 2025 are Non-Restricted Rate of 16.77 and Restricted Rate of 2.19.

VII.O. Approve the Fidelity Bond of the Treasurer
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KRS 160.560 summarizes the terms and conditions for the treasurer's bond.  The treasurer shall execute an official bond for the faithful performance of duties of his/her office, to be approved by the local board and the commissioner of education.  The bond shall be guaranteed by a surety company authorized to do business in this state, and shall be in the amount determined by the board of education in accordance with the regulations promulgated by the Kentucky Board of Education.  At this time, we are seeking approval to approve the Bond of the Treasurer in the amount of $400,000.00.  The premium on the bond shall be paid by the board of education and a copy of the bond shall be held by the board of education and a copy of the bond is to be filed with the commissioner of education.  

VII.P. Approve Updated Extra-Service Pay Schedule
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Approve updated extra-service pay schedule.

 

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VII.Q. Approve SB 181 Waiver Forms
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VII.R. Approve Preferred Method of Communications
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To be compliant with SB 181, we are requesting that the Board Approve the following platforms as preferred methods of Communication:

 

School Status

SportsU

Google Classroom

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VIII. Action Items
VIII.A. Consideration of Approval of Board Policy and Procedure Revisions/Updates and Receipt of and Review of Board Policies
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Please review and approve the proposed revisions from KSBA Board Policies and Procedures and the suggested revisions from staff. 

The Document Titled, "Policy and Procedure Changes 2025-2026" gives a brief overview of each policy up for revision and the changes that were made. 

 

Attachments
Actions Taken

Order #13484 - Motion Passed:  Approve Board Policy Revisions/Updates and Receipt and Review of Board Procedures passed with a motion by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong and a second by Mrs. Kimbley Iman.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Yes
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes
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IX. New Business
X. Superintendent's Comments
Paul M. Mullins
Discussion

Mr. Mullins gave a brief update on Admin trainings from the summer and planning for the next school year. He also gave a brief construction update for TK Stone Middle School. 

XI. Public Comment
Discussion

There was no public comment.

XII. Adjournment
Actions Taken

Order #13485 - Motion Passed:  Adjourn passed with a motion by Mr. Paul Godfrey and a second by Mrs. Brandy Armstrong.

Member Votes
Mr. Paul Godfrey Yes
Mrs. Kimbley Iman Yes
Ms. Heather Sharpensteen Yes
Mr. Guy Wallace Yes
Mrs. Brandy Armstrong Yes