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I.
CALL TO ORDER
DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT
"Tradition of Excellence: High Standards, Each Student, Every Day"
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
"I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL"
III.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
Pursuant to EIS Board Policy 01.45 Board Meeting Agenda, as part of the official agenda for each regular board meeting, the Superintendent shall prepare a Consent Agenda of routine business items. Prior to the approval of the agenda the members of the board may request to "pull" any item from the consent agenda and place the item on the action agenda for further discussion and review.
IV.
PRESENTATION OF DIPLOMA TO EHS STUDENTS COMPLETING GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
ELIZABETHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:
BRITTANY AMOS
TIM JARVIS
These students have worked over the summer and have completed the necessary graduation requirements. They will be presented with their diplomas at the July 15, 2013 board meeting.
V.
ACTION ON MINUTES OF MEETINGS
Attached are the minutes of the June 17, 2013 Regular Board Meeting and the June 25, 2013 Special Board Meeting
VI.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT RECEIPT OF SBDM COMMITTEE WRITTEN REPORTS
Attached are the SBDM minutes from meetings held from Elizabethtown High School, T.K. Stone Middle School, Helmwood Heights Elementary School and Morningside Elementary School
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
VII.A.
Consideration of Approval of Project Lead the Way Program at Morningside Elementary School
Ms. Susan Ryan, Gifted Child Instructor will make a presentation regarding a PLTW Pilot Program at Morningside Elementary, effective the 2013-2014 school year.
PLTW Elementary Pilot Program
Future Press Release – Morningside Elementary is proud to announce its selection as one of just 44 schools in the United States invited to pilot the newest science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) program for students in grades K-5. The elementary STEM program is designed and developed by Project Lead The Way (PLTW), the nation’s leading provider of STEM education curricular programs for middle and high school students. By offering this new elementary STEM program to its students, Morningside Elementary is expanding its high-quality educational offerings for its students.
Studies show that students decide as early as second and third grade whether they like, and think they are good at, math and science. PLTW’s elementary program is designed for students in kindergarten through fifth grades and will align with standards such as Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. Through a series of topic-based modules, students will engage in design problems that encourage collaboration, analysis, problem solving, and computational thinking.
Debbie Lewis, the instructor designated as the Master Teacher for the elementary pilot will help instruct the professional development for four additional teachers at Morningside, who will be involved in the pilot program.
The 44 schools invited to participate in the pilot program will test 12 STEM modules and play an integral role in the development of the final version of the curriculum by providing feedback on their experiences to the PLTW. This feedback will influence the development of engaging curriculum and balanced assessment for elementary students, and the creation of effective professional development for instructors. The final version of the elementary program will be available to all school districts in the United States for the 2014-15 school year.
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Budget for Elementary Pilot Program 13-14
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VEX Equipment and Supplies*
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4800.00
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VEX Storage Boxes*
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100.00
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Class set of iPads (1:2 ratio) *
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4800.00
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Rubber Covers & Protectors for iPads
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500.00
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Rolling Secure Storage for iPads*
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200.00
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Teacher iPad
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400.00
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Total Required Funding
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10,800.00
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Budget for Elementary Pilot Program 13-14
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Benefits
- Provides hands-on experience with curriculum of the highest quality, aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).Gives students two years of aligned instruction prior to 2015 spring KPREP assessment.
- Assists teachers in discovering the application of engineering in the elementary classroom by giving students tools and materials to achieve solutions to specific human problems.
- Allows a student to learn science in a hands-on fashion with today’s technology, exciting students about STEM topics and better preparing our students to be tomorrow’s workforce.
- Matches district strategic goals for college career readiness and building family and community partnerships to engage and promote a positive learning environment.
- Builds core math and science understanding & skills in elementary school years for middle school readiness and growth.
- Communicates a vested interest in building a STEM pipeline, which may lead to PLTW grant awards at the high school level.
FAQs
How many students will participate in the program? All fourth and fifth grade students, one classroom of students at grades 1-3 with the possibility of greater participation in grade 3 depending on schedule demands.
What monetary benefit will the district receive as a result of being chosen as a pilot site? Pilot sites receive VEX kits at a 50% discount. Travel, airfare, lodging, and training are also paid for the Master Teacher. Estimated value: $2500. All purchased products belong to Morningside and the curriculum can continue to be used beyond the pilot.
When may other districts and schools begin using the elementary PLTW curriculum? Full release of the first twelve modules is scheduled for 2014-15. A second pilot will take also take place in 2014-15 for the second twelve modules. Re-application is necessary to be considered for a second pilot. Participation is not required.
What is the timeline for implementation? The Master Teacher trains in October and trains the additional MES teachers upon her return. Each grade level teaches two (2) ten hour modules, one in the fall or winter and the second in the spring. Grade level participation rotates during the fall, winter and spring periods to accommodate the sharing of iPads and VEX kits.
Can MES continue using the elementary PLTW modules after the pilot year? Yes, the VEX kits and iPads will belong to MES. Consumables will need to be purchased as well as a small fee for software usage.
Funding Requests
EIS Board of Education $5,800 Elizabethtown Educational Foundation $5,000
VII.B.
Consideration of Approval of the Consent Agenda Items
VII.B.1.
Approval of Board Procedure 03.125 AP .22 - Travel Expense Voucher Form
At the June 17, 2013 Policy 03.125 - EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT
The board approved KSBA's recommended policy change of turning in travel vouchers within 1 week of travel. This TRAVEL EXPENSE VOUCHER form has been revised to meet with those changes.
VII.B.2.
Approval/Accept Joining Central Kentucky Education Co-Operative
Currently we are seeking approval to join Central Kentucky Education Cooperative for the purpose of purchasing supplies throughout the school district. CKEC is currently the only Co-op that is in compliance with the new food service laws. The cost of becoming a member of CKEC is $500.00 per year and will be funded through food services funds.
VII.C.
Consideration of Approval of Forming a Junior Beta Club at Helmwood Heights Elementary School
The Helmwood Heights SBDM has approved the adoption of forming an extra-curricular activity, Junior Beta Club. This club will be sponsored by Mrs. Nancy Hepner, 5th grade teacher at HHES and has agreed to volunteer her time. The Junior Beta Club will follow the membership criteria of the National Beta Club. Mrs. Hepner will be supported by the Beta Club sponsor at T.K. Stone. Membership will be for 5th grade students with high academics, good attendance, attitude and willingness to participate in required meetings and activities. Members will be required to complete community service hours and will have the option of attending Jr. Beta Club convention at the end of the year. The dues for the Junior Beta Club will be $20.00 per school year. This club may also have to fund raise to help offset the cost of the convention. Fund raising requests will be discussed with the membership, approved by SBDM and requested of the Elizabethtown Board of Education as needed.
VII.D.
Consideration of Approval Bid of Provider for Fiber Connectivity Between the Elizabethtown High School Athletic Complex and Elizabethtown High School
Information regarding providing fiber connectivity between the Elizabethtown High School Athletic Complex and Elizabethtown High School was advertised in the News Enterprise on Wednesday, July 3, 2013. This will provide a point-to-point fiber connection between the new athletic complex and the Elizabethtown High School tech room. This fiber will allow for data and voice drops in the athletic complex and the press box that will be connected to the district network. This fiber will be owned by the winning vendor and the district will receive maintenance support as part of the bid.
Brandenburg Telephone Company(BBTEL) was the only company to submit a bid.
BBTEL currently provides us with excellent service for building connectivity. BBTEL's proposed pricing is $6,135.00. Funds were built in the budget as part of the Athletic Complex Construction Project.
VII.E.
Consideration of Bids Received for Soft Drinks, Sports Drinks, Mixes and Water
Information pertaining to the bids for the soft drink, sports drink, mixes and water was advertised in the News Enterprise with bids due and oppened in the Central Office on June 3, 2013. Bids were received from Pepsi and Coca-Cola.
A comparison sheet from Pepsi and Coca-Cola is attached for your reference.
VII.F.
Nomination Of Board Member To Serve A Two-Year Term As The KSBA Legislative Contact
KSBA is asking the board to nominate a board member to serve as legislative contact to serve a two-year term. The legislative contacts are responsible for the following:
- Report to board members the legislative information provided by KSBA or through other legislative contacts.
- Develop relationships with their state legislators to increase the board's influence on legislation being considered by the General Assembly.
- Stay in touch with their legislators and meet with them regularly on legislative issues.
- Invite legislators to board meetings to interact with their local school board.
- Develop relationships with member of Kentucky's Congressional delegation and their staff.
See Attached
VII.G.
Consideration of Approval of the Treasurer's Monthly Financial Report and Payment of Bills and Claims (Those Paid Since Last Meeting, for June 17, 2013 and from Special Accounts)
Consideration of approval of the Treasurer's Monthly Financial Report and Payment of Bills and Claims (thos paid since last meeting, for June, 2013 and from Special Accounts). Attached are the Treasurer's Monthly Financial Report (overview), Balance Sheet, Monthly Report, Cash Flow, Reconciliation Register, Vendor List and Special Construction Accounts.
VII.H.
Report by Superintendent on Personnel Actions
Attached are personnel actions taken since the last meeting of the Board of Education on June 17, 2013.
VII.I.
Construction Updates
VII.I.1.
Hear Report/Update on the Elizabethtown High School Athletic Complex Construction Project
Ms. Dana Monroe, Project Manager with Jenkins-Essex Construction will give a project update on the Elizabethtown High School Athletic Complex Project
VII.I.2.
Approve/Accept Change Orders for the Elizabethtown High School Athletic Complex
Ms. Danna Monroe with Jenkins Essex Construction is requesting approval for the following Change Orders for the Elizabethtown High School Athletic Complex
Approve CO # 2 to BCD, Inc. for OH Door at Storage Building in the amount of $1,982.37
Approve CO # 1 to NPM for Storage Building Renovations in the amount of $15,710.00
Approve CO # 1 to Landmark Sprinkler, Inc for Extending Fire Lane in the amount of $2,552.00
Approve CO # 1 to Gene Ray Electric for R2 Various Electrical in the amount of $-4,760.00
Approve CO # 2 to Gene Ray Electric for Storage Building in the amount of $9,711.00
Approve CO # 1 to Rexel for Various Electrical in the amount of $-8,285.00
Approve CO # 3 to Phillips Brothers for Unsuitable Soils in the Field in the amount of $7,488.00
Approve CO # 1 to Scotty's for Additional Asphalt Visitors in the amount of $1,385.00
VII.I.3.
Hear Report/Update on the T.K.Stone Middle School Pool Renovation Project
VII.I.4.
Consideration of Approval of Change Order for the T.K. Stone Middle School Pool Extention and Renovation Project
Approve Change Order 001 to McNutt Construction Company in the amount of $7,898.00 for BG # 12-277 T.K. Stone Middle School Pool Expansion and Renovation Project.
VIII.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
IX.
OLD BUSINESS
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF DISCUSSING SPECIFIC MATTERS AS OUTLINED IN KRS 61.810
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
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