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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.
Please silence all cell phones.
I.A.
Oath of Student Board Representatives
Superintendent Buecker will administer the Student Oath to the Board to incoming Student Board Representatives Ashley Edwards - WHHS and Craig Copas - FCHS
I.B.
News From the Schools
Wayne Dominick will present "News from the Schools"
Righter Dundon has been elected a SkillsUSA state officer and will make a presentation.
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 2008 Policy Update
The Board held a First Reading of the 2008 Policy Update at the July 7, 2008, Regular Meeting (attached).
Approval of the 2008 Policy Update
Motion Passed: Approval of the 2008 Policy Update passed with a motion by Tim Metzger and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
III.B.
Approve Smart Systems SFSPac for 2008-2010
In August, 2007, the Board approved an agreement with SMART Systems to conduct a feasibility study to establish BioSecurity measures determined by the U.S.D.A. for our Food Service Department. Per that agreement, the program is to be expanded to the remaining schools this year. (One school will remain off the program to consume old manual sanitation & warewash supplies.)
Approval of the program agreement with SMART Systems
Motion Passed: Approval of the program agreement with SMART Systems passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Tim Metzger.
IV.
Reports to the Board
IV.A.
Construction
IV.A.1.
Progress Report on Hearn Elementary at Copperleaf
Representatives from Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects will present a report on Hearn Elementary at Copperleaf.
IV.A.2.
Approve Payment of Architect's Invoice
Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects are requesting payment of $8,540 for work accomplished on the Hearn Elementary at Copperleaf project.
Approval of payment of $8,540 to Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $8,540 to Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Tim Metzger.
IV.A.3.
Approve Pay Application #13 - Hearn Elementary at Copperleaf
Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects are recommending approval of Pay Application #13 in the amount of $299,191.00 to Alliance Corporation for work accomplished on the Hearn Elementary at Copperleaf project. The balance to finish, including retainage, is $1,091,317.68.
Approval of Pay Application #13 in the amount of $299,191.00 to Alliance Corporation.
Motion Passed: Approval of Pay Application #13 in the amount of $299,191.00 to Alliance Corporation. passed with a motion by Tim Metzger and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
IV.A.4.
Approve BG-1 Application for Kitchen Boiler/Water Heater - BMS
The kitchen boiler/water heater at Bondurant Middle School is not functional and needs to be replaced. The BG-1 application is attached and the cost of this project will come from Capital Outlay funds.
Approval of the BG-1 Application for Kitchen Boiler/Water Heater replacement at BMS
Motion Passed: Approval of the BG-1 Application for Kitchen Boiler/Water Heater replacement at BMS passed with a motion by Tim Metzger and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
IV.A.5.
Approve BG-1 Application - WHHS Bleachers
Due to safety concerns, the bleachers in the gymnasium at WHHS are in need of replacement. The BG-1 application is attached. Funds for this project will come from Capital Outlay.
Approval of the BG-1 application for the WHHS bleachers
Motion Passed: Approval of the BG-1 application for the WHHS bleachers passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Stanley Salchli.
IV.B.
Approval of Minutes - July 7, 2008, Regular Meeting
The minutes of the July 7, 2008, Regular Meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the minutes of the July 7, 2008, Regular Meeting
Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes of the July 7, 2008, Regular Meeting passed with a motion by Tim Metzger and a second by Larry B. Perkins.
IV.C.
Approval of Financial Report
The Financial Report is presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the Financial Report
Motion Passed: Approval of the Financial Report passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Larry B. Perkins.
IV.D.
Superintendent's Activities
Ms. Buecker's activities for the month of July are presented for your information.
July 1
- Attended State Transportation Banquet - Galt House
July 2
- Met with Melissa Rash (Teacher)
- Met with Teacher
July 7
- Attended Board Meeting
July 8
- Met with Karen Schneider
- Attended Thornhill Advisory Meeting
- Met with Sharon Collett
July 9
- Attended Leadership Meeting
- Conducted Revenue Initiative Meeting
July 12
- Attended KSBA Conference - Marriott Griffin Gate
July 14
-Met with Principal Selection Committee - Peaks Mill
July 15
- Attended Leadership Meeting
- Conducted Teleconference with Bob Wagoner
July 16
- Attended KASA Conference
July 17
- Attended KASA Conference
-Mentored New Superintendent, Lynda Jackson
July 18
- Attended KASA Conference
- Met with David Raleigh
- Met with Jami Miller
July 19
- Met with Principal Selection Committee - Peaks Mill
July 21
- Attended Lunch Meeting with Rich Crowe
- Attended Transportation Meeting
July 22
- Attended Leadership Retreat
July 23
- Attended Leadership Retreat
July 24
- Attended Leadership Retreat
July 29
- Conducted Central Office Staff Meeting
- Met with Frank Miklavic - United Way
- Attended Thornhill Advisory Committee Meeting
July 30
- Attended Performance Evaluation Update
- Attended KTIP Update Training
- Interview with Raviya Ismail - Herald Leader
IV.D.1.
Superintendent's Correspondence
Kentucky Historical Society
Diane Cobb
KSBA Board Member Hours
IV.E.
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 July 30, 2008
EMPLOYMENTS:
Transportation Dept:
Jesse Gaines, Substitute Bus Driver
Lillian Johnson, Substitute Bus Monitor
Steven Wright, Bus Driver
Community Education:
Terrence Clancy, PT Child Care Aide
Wesley Watkins, PT Child Care Aide
Central Office:
Michael Gearhart, Custodian (Moving Crew)
Philip Jones, Custodian (Moving Crew)
Bridgeport Elementary:
Zeke Dews, Custodian
Collins Lane Elementary:
Adrienne Willis, Instructional Aide
Andrea Bibb, PT Child Care Aide
Shannon Rodgers, Primary Teacher
Joseph Rodgers, Intermediate Teacher
Alecia Blevins, Primary Teacher
April Johnson, Special Education Teacher
Early Learning Village:
William Parker, Assistant Principal
Elkhorn Elementary School:
David Scholl, Principal
Leslie Wellman, Primary Teacher
Tirissa Ruble, Primary Teacher
Matthew Osborne, Intermediate Teacher
Ashlie Malcolm, Intermediate Teacher
Peaks Mill Elementary:
Amanda Glass, Primary Teacher
Westridge Elementary:
Greg Roush, Principal
Christen Jones, Music Teacher
William Yancey, Custodian
Britney Spicer, Intermediate Teacher
Maren Jajczyk, Educational Interpreter
Superintendent’s Personnel Actions
as of July 30, 2008
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Bondurant Middle:
David Raleigh, Principal
Charles Clines, Physical Education Teacher
Elkhorn Middle:
Willie Bartley, Principal
Jeanna Kidd, Assistant Principal
Damon Greene, Music Teacher
Bruce Farley, Mathematics Teacher
Matthew Kettler, Mathematics Teacher
Audra Deli, Physical Education Teacher
Franklin County High School:
Charles Lewis, Assistant Principal
Carol Lotz, Mathematics Teacher
Adam Hyatt, Social Studies Teacher
Timothy Baker, Science Teacher
Paula Meyer, Secretary
Western Hills High School:
Rita Rector, Principal
Jo Denise Hunt, Science Teacher
Danielle Smith, Science Teacher
Bridgeport/Collins Lane:
Kari Hyatt, Special Education Teacher
Elkhorn Elem/Franklin County High School:
Jacqueline Allen, Speech Therapist
RESIGNATIONS:
Katrina Kinman, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, effective 7/31/08
Amy Dungan, Kindergarten Teacher, Early Learning Village, effective 7/22/08
Taryn Fooy, Music Teacher, Elkhorn Middle, effective 7/22/08
Ashley Tackett, Reading Teacher, Bridgeport Elementary, effective 7/15/08
Don Bishop, Bus Driver, Transportation, effective 7/16/08
Paul Ciurlys, Physical Education Teacher, Elkhorn Middle, effective 7/4/08
Kelley Ann Bush, Kindergarten Teacher, Early Learning Village, effective 7/22/08
Erica Johnson, Secretary, Elkhorn Middle, effective 7/22/08
Janet Skelton, Child Care Aide, Westridge Elementary, effective 7/1/08
Theresa Murriner, Guidance Counselor, Elkhorn Middle, effective 7/21/08
Melissa Smith, Instructional Aide, Collins Lane Elementary, effective 7/2/08
Jeanne Hellard, Secretary, Western Hills High School, effective 7/2/08
Daniel Hill, Physical Education Teacher, Collins Lane Elementary, effective 7/10/08
RETIREMENTS:
Robin Lovely-Dowd, Mathematics Teacher, effective 9/1/08
Mary Foster, Technology Coordinator, effective 8/31/08
IV.F.
Reports from School Councils
Reports from the schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your information.
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 Tim Metzger and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
V.A.
Approve Payment of Bills
Orders of the Treasurer
Date: 08/04/08
Warrant #: 080408
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: 08/04/08
Warrant #: SFS080408
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. Kristi Wilkerson, Peaks Mill Elementary
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) 8/20/08-10/17/08
2. Rachel Ross, FCHS
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) 8/18/08-9/26/08
3. Jennifer Barbee, Bridgeport Elementary
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) 9/5/08-10/24/08
4. Amanda Jo Murphy, Early Learning Village
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) 8/18/08-9/29/08
Approval of the Leaves of Absence as requested
V.C.
Declare Surplus Property
V.D.
Approve Revised Job Description - Secretary to Superintendent
V.E.
Approve Creation of Weight Room Coordinator Position & Stipend - FCHS
V.F.
Approve Creation of Friday School Position & Stipend - WHHS
V.G.
Approve Creation of Library Media Assistant for 2008-2009 - WHHS
V.H.
Approve Creation of After School Program Coordinator/Director - ELV
V.I.
Approve Creation of After School Child Care Aide Position- ELV
V.J.
Approve Creation of After School Daycare Director & One Childcare Worker - Hearn at Copperleaf
V.K.
Approve Creation of Part Time Daycare Assistant - WHHS
V.L.
Approve Creation of Classified Literacy Aid Position - CLE
V.M.
Approve Daytime ESS Waiver & Creation of One Classified ESS Interventionist Position for Collins Lane & Hearn Elementary
V.N.
Approve Contract with YMCA for After School Program - EES
V.O.
Approve Contract with Bluegrass Regional Mental Health-Mental Retardation Board, Inc. for Locations to Provide Services
V.P.
Approve Contract with Donna Meers for Behavior Management Consultation
V.Q.
Approve Contract with Bluegrass Technology Center for Augmentative Communication Devices
V.R.
Approve Contract with Central KY Psychological Services for Independent Evaluations
V.S.
Approve Procedure Amendment to Special Education Procedures Amendment
V.T.
Approve Contract with Katherine L. Stone for Independent Evaluations
V.U.
Approve Contract with Amie Amine for Physical Therapy Services
V.V.
Approve MOA with University of Kentucky for Reading Recovery Teacher Leader Grant
V.W.
Approve Kentucky Incentives for Prevention (KIP) Survey for 2008-2009
V.X.
Approve Fundraising Activities - All Elementary Schools
V.Y.
Approve Fundraising Activity - FCHS & WHHS Soccer Boosters
V.Z.
Approve Fundraising Activity - Westridge Elementary
V.AA.
Approve Fundraising Activities - CLE & CLE PTO
V.BB.
Approve Fundraising Activities - WHHS
V.CC.
Approve Overnight Travel - FCHS Men's Golf
V.DD.
Approve Contract with YMCA for After School Care - PME
V.EE.
Approve Contract with Amend Psychological Services for Independent Evaluations
V.FF.
Approve MOA with Franklin County Sheriffs' Office for School Resource Officers (SROs)
V.GG.
Approve Creation of Additional Assistant Soccer Coach Position & Stipend - FCHS
V.HH.
Approve Fundraising Activity - WES
V.II.
Approve Textbook Plan for Science - Westridge Elementary
V.JJ.
Approve Revised Job Descriptions - Educational Interpreters
V.KK.
Approve Revised Job Descriptions - Middle & High School Guidance Counselors
V.LL.
Approve MOA with Frankfort Independent, Wilkinson Street Day Treatment
V.MM.
Approve Student-Parent Handbook for 2008-2009
V.NN.
Approve Fundraising Activity - EMS NJHS
V.OO.
Approve 2008-2009 School Start/End Times
V.PP.
Approve Teacher Quality Program for 2008-2009
VI.
Adjournment
The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be Monday, August 18, 2008.
That the meeting be adjourned
Motion Passed: That the meeting be adjourned 8:10 passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Larry B. Perkins.
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