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I.
Call to Order
The mission of the Franklin County Public Schools is to educate students in a community-involved learning environment that ensures all students will achieve their greatest individual potential in order to succeed in a global society.
I.A.
News From the Schools
II.
Public Comments
The Franklin County Board of Education has provided time in its agenda for individuals to make comments. Comments to the Board will be allowed up to a maximum of three (3) minutes. The Board does not allow comments on any matter dealing with personnel issues. Kentucky law states specifically that personnel matters are the responsibility of the Superintendent. On all personnel matters, you should contact the Superintendent of Schools. No questions, comments, or decisions/action related to public comments will be made by Board members at this time, unless the specific topic is on the agenda; however, the Board will listen to the comments and/or suggestions which may lead to a discussion of same at a future meeting. If an individual wishes for the Board to discuss and/or take action on a particular issue, they must follow the procedures outlined in Franklin County Board of Education Policy 10.2. The Superintendent or the designee will be able to assist in this request.
III.
New Business
III.A.
Approve Scantron Performance Series Contract for 2007-2008
Chrissy Jones, Assistant Superintendent, is recommending renewal of our contract for the on-line assessment of student academic growth with the Scantron Corporation. This program is heavily used by our administrative and teaching staff to improve student achievement.
The cost for 2007-2008 will be $51,000.
Approval of the contract with Scantron Corporation at a cost of $51,000
Motion Passed: Approval of the contract with Scantron Corporation at a cost of $51,000 passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Tim Metzger.
III.B.
Approve Thoughtful Education Contract for 2007-2008
Chrissy Jones, Assistant Superintendent, is recommending approval of a contract with Thoughtful Education for 2007-2008. The purpose of this contract is to sustain the professional development that has been ongoing over the past three years with this initiative. The cost will be approximately $75,000.
That the Board approve the attached plan/contract with Thoughtful Education for 2007-2008
Motion Passed: That the Board approve the attached plan/contract with Thoughtful Education for 2007-2008 passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.
III.C.
Approve Amended Job Descriptions for: Asst. Supt. for District Services, Asst. Supt. for Curriculum & Instruction, Director of Curriculum & Instruction
Harrie Buecker is recommending that the attached job descriptions be approved for the positions of:
1. Assistant Superintendent for District Services
2. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
3. Director of Curriculum & Instruction
The change in job descriptions is proposed in order to improve service delivery to schools and students.
That the attached job descriptions be amended as proposed
Motion Passed: That the attached job descriptions be amended as proposed passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Tim Metzger.
III.D.
Approve Creation of Position of District Literacy Coordinator
Harrie Buecker is recommending the creation of a position of District Literacy Coordinator. Attached is the proposed job description. The position is for a 240 day contract and would receive an Administrative Increment of 15% (Coordinator).
That the Board create the position of District Literacy Coordinator as indicated above
Motion Passed: That the Board create the position of District Literacy Coordinator as indicated above passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Tim Metzger.
IV.
Reports to the Board
IV.A.
Approval of Minutes - May 7, 2007, Regular Meeting
The minutes of the May 7, 2007, Regular Meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the minutes of the May 7, 2007, Regular Meeting
Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes of the May 7, 2007, Regular Meeting passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
IV.B.
Approval of Minutes - May 21, 2007, Special Meeting
The minutes of the May 21, 2007, Special Meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the minutes of the May 21, 2007, Special Meeting
Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes of the May 21, 2007, Special Meeting passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
IV.C.
Approval of Monthly Financial Report
The Monthly Financial Report is presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the Monthly Financial Report
Motion Passed: Approval of the Monthly Financial Report passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Tim Metzger.
IV.D.
Construction
IV.D.1.
Approve Contract for Structural Tests & Inspections
As part of the construction process, it is necessary for the Franklin County Board of Education to employ an independent firm to do periodic inspections. Sherman-Carter-Barnhart sought out proposals for this work. They are recommending that the Board contract with QORE Property Services at a cost of $55,600.
That the Board contract with QORE Property Services at a cost of $55,600
Motion Passed: That the Board contract with QORE Property Services at a cost of $55,600 passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
IV.D.2.
Approve Payment of Architect's Invoices
Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects are requesting payment of the following invoices:
1. New Elementary School $37,282.85
2. FCHS Softball Restrooms 1,440.00
Total $38,722.85
Payment of $38,722.85 to Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects
Motion Passed: Payment of $38,722.85 to Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.
IV.E.
Superintendent's Activities
Mr. Chance's activities for the month of May are presented for your information.
May 1
- Visited EDC
May 2
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - John Vickers
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Peg Harmon
- Attended Lunch w/Law Enforcement Officers
May 3
- Attended Bondurant DARE Graduation
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Melissa Rogers
May 7
- Attended Board Meeting
May 8
- Conducted Staff Meeting
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Jeff Castle
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Martha Lail
May 9
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Donnie Owens
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Kyle Sexton
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Steve Evans
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Charley Preston
May 10
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Bob Bell
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Greg Gaby
May 11
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Dennis Hancock
- Attended Administrator Meeting
May 14
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Chrissy Jones
- Conducted Evaluation Conference - Sharon Collett
May 16
- Met with Steve Evans
May 17
- Attended Meeting on Georgetown Road Traffic Signal
- Attended Bid Opening for New Elementary School
- Attended FCPS Retirement Dinner
May 18
- Met with Fred Kidd
May 21
- Attended Board Meeting
May 25
- Met with Mark Watson
May 29
- Attended Pre-Construction Meeting
May 30
- Attended P-16 Meeting
- Attended OVEC Meeting - Shelbyville
IV.E.1.
Superintendent's Correspondence
Correspondence with Mr. Chance is presented for your information.
"What Parents Want" Award
Westridge Parent Letter
IV.F.
Superintendent's Personnel Actions
Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information.
SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL ACTIONS
as of June 1, 2007
EMPLOYMENTS and APPROVAL FOR EXTRA DUTIES:
Transportation:
Deloris Thornsberry, Bus Driver
Collins Lane:
Molly Wade, PT Child Care Aide
Elkhorn Elem:
Jetaun Webb, Cafeteria Monitor
Hearn:
Academic Team Coaches:
Sara Pope, Kevin Adams, Darrell Rickmers, Becky Giles, Meredith Millard, Kathy Phelps,
Tara Black, Becky Nelson
Bondurant Middle:
John Blackburn, Assistant Boys’ Soccer Coach
Sherry Brown, Instructional Aide
Elkhorn Middle School:
Jody Hellard, Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach
Mike Toncray, Assistant Girls’ Soccer Coach
Western Hills High School:
Ashley Daniel, Assistant Cheerleading Coach
EMPLOYMENTS FOR 2007-08 SCHOOL YEAR:
Bridgeport:
Santina Rose, Guidance Counselor
Tricia Helmlinger, Special Education Teacher
Bondurant Middle:
Bobbi Hukill, Special Education Teacher
Elkhorn Middle:
Hope Jackson, Mathematics Teacher
Franklin County High School:
Jamie Tester, Social Studies Teacher
Nicholas Sheridan, PE/Health Teacher
Londa Tester, English Teacher
Amoret Waddell, School Secretary
Robin Jones, Mathematics Teacher
Laura Freire, Mathematics Teacher
Elizabeth Blevins, FMD Teacher
Tommy Johnson, PE/Health Teacher
Gregory Rubick, Special Education Teacher
Western Hills High School:
Jessica Gira, Special Education Teacher
Anita Tope, Science Teacher
Tracy Mathews, Science Teacher
Aimee Graham, Social Studies Teacher
Debra Rigsby, Special Education Teacher
Substitute Teachers:
Jessica Ditto Christopher Edge Jesse Moore Pamela Sewell
Julie Stevenson Vernell Bennett Zachary Thurman
Classified Substitute:
Anthony Clark, Substitute Custodian
Resignations: (effective June 30, 2007)
Steven Evans, Principal, Peaks Mill
Richard Sharp, Social Studies Teacher, Elkhorn Middle
Gene Jacobs, Bus Driver, Transportation
Rebecca Haynes, English Teacher, Franklin County High School
Kenneth Hourt, JROTC Teacher, Franklin County High School
Brooke Fell, Science/Math Teacher, Bondurant Middle
Christi Hack, Agriculture Teacher, Western Hills High School
Stephen McCauley, PE/Health Teacher, Elkhorn Middle School
Retirements: (effective June 30, 2007)
Patricia Grim, Primary Teacher, Elkhorn Elementary
Jerry Gambill, Kindergarten Teacher, Hearn
John Vickers, Assistant Superintendent
Rebecca Barker, Primary Teacher, Hearn
Suspended w/o Pay:
Anthony Jones, Custodian, Elkhorn Middle School
Termination:
Carolyn Cornish, Substitute Instructional Aide
IV.G.
Reports from School Councils
Reports from the schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your information.
IV.H.
Attendance Report
V.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is presented for your approval.
Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented
Motion Passed: Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.
V.A.
Approve Payment of Bills
Orders of the Treasurer
Date: 06/04/07
Warrant #: 060407
Fund: General Fund/Federal Programs
At the regular monthly meeting of the Franklin County School Board on the indicated date above, the following claims and bills were submitted to the Board for approval. The Treasurer was ordered to pay the amounts as indicated.
Date: 06/04/07
Warrant #: SFS060407
Fund: School Food Service
At the regular monthly meeting of the Franklin County School Board on the indicated date above, the following claims and bills were submitted to the Board for approval. The Treasurer was ordered to pay the amounts as indicated.
Approval of payment of bills
V.B.
Approve Leaves of Absence
The following employees are requesting a Leave of Absence:
1. Judith Webb, WHHS
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) - 5/17/07-Remainder of 2006-2007 school year
2. Stephanie White, PME
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) - 9/4/07-10/15/07
3. Ursula Moore, Food Service
Disability Leave - 5/22/07-End of 2006-2007 school year
4. Kelli Coblin, EMS
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) - 9/10/07-11/26/07
5. Jason Perry, Maintenance
Disability Leave - 5/27/07-7/31/07
Approval of the Leaves of Absence as requested
V.C.
Approve Contracts for Preschool Evaluations
V.D.
Approve Extended Days for Angela Harring for Safe Crisis Management
V.E.
Approve Contract with Polly Green for Counseling Services
V.F.
Approve Contracts for 2007 Summer Session - Thornhill
V.G.
Approve Extended Employment for Extended School Year Services
V.H.
Create Position for Credit Recovery Program (Summer 2007)
V.I.
Create Temporary Position to Assist Student Services
V.J.
Approve Copier Contract - FCHS
V.K.
Approve Copier Contract - Westridge
V.L.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Mark Harrell
V.M.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Francis Wheatley
V.N.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Randy Shewmaker
V.O.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Melissa Harrod, Karen Schneider, Dennis Hancock, Brian Tackett, Jessica Gira, Elise Holcomb, Laura Sell, Sharon Collett, Megan Cartier, Pam Hancock, Jay Wilder
V.P.
Approve Out-of-State Travel - EMS 8th Grade Choir
V.Q.
Approve Fundraising Activity - Westridge Family Resource Center
V.R.
Approve Fundraising Activity - EMS Cheerleaders
V.S.
Approve Fundraising Activity - WHHS JROTC
V.T.
Approve Fundraising Activity - Hearn
V.U.
Approve Installation of Scoreboard - FCHS Baseball
V.V.
Approve KSBA Membership for 2007-2008
V.W.
Approve Target Grant Application - Westridge Elementary Family Resource Center
V.X.
Approve Grant Application - KSU Nurturing Youth Mentoring Program
V.Y.
Approve Certified Evaluation Plan Revisions for 2007-2008
V.Z.
Approve Overnight Travel - FCHS Lady Flyer Basketball
V.AA.
Approve Contract with Rachel Morgan for Sign Language Interpreting Services for Graduation
V.BB.
Approve Contract with Capital Plaza Hotel for Administrative Retreat
V.CC.
Approve 2007 Summer Camp Agreement Between EES and YMCA
VI.
Adjournment
The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be Monday, June 18, 2007, at the Central Office.
That the meeting be adjourned
Motion Passed: That the meeting be adjourned 7:33 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.
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