I.
Call to Order
I.A.
Spotlight
I.A.1.
National Spanish Examination
On Friday, March 11 several Franklin County High School students participated in the National Spanish Examination. Over 250,000 students nationwide and well over 1,000 students in Kentucky took the 2005 exam. The test is a rigorous examination which evaluates the student’s listening comprehension, upper-level grammar skills, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. There are 5 levels of competition from Spanish 1 up to Spanish 5. Franklin County High School has, for the second consecutive year, THREE STATE CHAMPIONS on the 2005 National Spanish Exam. Those receiving 1st place awards for the school are:
Erin Overstreet- 1st Level 2
Jamie Sturm- 1st place Level 3
Andrés Escalante- 1st place Level 5 Native Speaker
I.A.2.
Regional Tennis Tournament
The Franklin County High School boys’ tennis team won the recent Regional Tournament and qualified for the state meet. Coach Terry Johnson and some of his team members are with us tonight to be recognized.
I.A.3.
State Track Meet
Several athletes performed well enough in regional competition to qualify for the State Track Meet this past weekend.
Representing Franklin County High School: Layne Bush, Krystal Davis, Jessica Durham, Taras Golditchuk, Chris Hogan, Willie Hogan, Will Kearns, Justin Kuhn, Venience Oldham, Nick Porter, Robert Redding, and Yvonne Stone.
From Western Hills High School: Justin Beasley, Ryan Beltcher, Tyler Combess, Justin Duncan, Jenny Hitt, Charles Keene, John O'Brien, and Sammy Woodson
I.B.
Approval of Minutes May 2, 2005, Special Meeting
The minutes of the May 2, 2005, Special Meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the minutes of the May 2, 2005, Special Meeting.
Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes of the May 2, 2005, Special Meeting. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
I.C.
Approval of Minutes May 16, 2005, Special Meeting
The minutes of the May 16, 2005, Special Meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the minutes of the May 16, 2005, Special Meeting.
Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes of the May 16, 2005, Special Meeting. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
I.D.
Approve 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 Mrs. Pat Fannin and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
I.E.
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.
II.
Superintendent's Report
II.A.
Superintendent's Activities
Superintendent’s Activities
May 2005
May 2 - Conducted Curriculum & Instruction Meeting
- Attended Board Meeting at Bridgeport Elementary
May 3 - Conducted Staff Meeting
- Attended Administrator Meeting
- Met with John Vickers, Jannette Otten, Mary Foster
May 4 - Inspected Construction Projects at Hearn, EMS, FCHS
- Inspected Construction Projects at WHHS and Bridgeport
- Visited Westridge Elementary
May 5 - Met with Kelly Neal, Patricia Vansant
May 9 - Conducted Curriculum & Instruction Meeting
- Inspected Construction at Bridgeport Elementary
- Attended Bridgeport Elementary Construction Meeting
- Met with Mr. and Mrs. Conner (Parents)
May 10 - Conducted Staff Meeting
- Met with Regina Stigers (Custodian)
May 11 - Attended Construction Meeting at WHHS
May 12 - Met with Gary White re: Space Allocations
- Met with Bob Pace (EPSB)
- Met with Paula Reardon (Parent)
- Attended Retirement Dinner at Westridge Elementary
May 13- Accompanied Bridgeport Kindergarten to Louisville Zoo
May 15 - Attended WHHS Band Concert
May 16 - Conducted Curriculum & Instruction Meeting
- Met with FRYSC Directors re: Back-to-School
- Attended Working Session of Board
May 17 - Conducted Staff Meeting
- Attended Administrator Meeting
- Attended EMS Construction Meeting
May 19 - Met with Silke Becker (Ross-Tarrant, Architects)
- Attended Boy Scout Reception at FCC
May 21 - Attended Auction of Bald Knob Elementary School
May 22 - Attended WHHS Band Banquet
May 23- Conducted Curriculum & Instruction Meeting
- Met with Frieda Myers, Martha Tarrant (RTA)
- Met with Debbie Naylor
- Attended Retirement Reception for Susan Barnes
- Met with LeeAnn Newton (Parent)
- Met with Joeletta Shelton (Bus Driver)
May 24 - Conducted Staff Meeting
- Attended State Journal Academic Banquet
May 25 - Attended OVEC Meeting – Shelbyville
May 26 - Attended GED Graduation – Thornhill
May 31 - Attended EDC Graduation Ceremony
II.A.1.
Superintendent's Correspondence
Correspondence with Mr. Chance is included for your information.
National Board Certification
Project Graduation
Bus Driver
II.B.
Superintendent's Personnel Actions
SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL ACTIONS
as of
May 29, 2005
EMPLOYMENTS:
Transportation:
Darlina Coburn, Transportation Secretary
Nancy Cummins, Substitute Bus Monitor
Summer Custodians:
Gregg Muravchick
Roy Lowdenback
Adam Nance
Cletis Willis
Bruce Bohman
Bondurant Middle:
Shane Perkins, Custodian
Franklin County High School:
Clarence Turner, Assistant Softball Coach
Cloyd Stratton, Accompanist
Donald Quarles, Assistant Track Coach
Community Education:
Jessica Long, Student Worker
Nicole Bryant, Student Worker
SUBSTITUTES:
Kay Shanker, Substitute Instructional Aide
Brydon Christensen, Substitute Teacher
EMPLOYMENTS FOR 2005-06 SCHOOL YEAR:
District-wide:
Amanda Hayes, Speech-Language Pathologist
Bridgeport Elementary:
Kimberly DeAtley, Primary Teacher
Erin Hall, Music Teacher
Amy Hawkins, Physical Education Teacher
Collins Lane Elementary:
Elizabeth Liebman, Primary Teacher
Adam Nance, Primary Teacher
Elkhorn Elementary:
Eryn Morgan, Intermediate Teacher
EMPLOYMENTS FOR 2005-06 SCHOOL YEAR: (CONTINUED)
Hearn Elementary:
Julie Dowdell, Intermediate Teacher
Peaks Mill Elementary:
Steven Evans, Principal
Westridge Elementary:
Chasity Goodman, Instructional Aide
Randy Blevins, Physical Education Teacher
Kristina Dyer, Primary Teacher
Bondurant Middle:
Sarah Harris, Science Teacher
Traci Beasley, Math/Social Studies Teacher
Elkhorn Middle:
Kate Dominick, Language Arts Teacher
William Counts, Head Football Coach
RESIGNATION:
Anne Dicken, Child Care Aide, Cougars’ Corner, effective 5/2/05
RESIGNATIONS (effective 6/30/05):
Kim Bellamy, Instructional Aide, Westridge Elementary
Joni Crowe, Math Teacher, Bondurant Middle
Leslie Stigers, Primary Teacher, Elkhorn Elementary
Jason Dykstra, Language Arts Teacher, Elkhorn Middle
Kathy Parritt, Math Teacher, FCHS
Brandy Warran, Intermediate Teacher, Peaks Mill Elementary
Heather Martin, Intermediate Teacher, Westridge Elementary
Henry Robbins, Physical Education, Elkhorn Elementary
Kim Armstrong, Art Teacher, Bondurant Middle
Lesley Slaughter, Primary Teacher, Westridge Elementary
Norma Allen, Library Media Specialist, Elkhorn Elementary
Carolyn Warnick, Instructional Aide, Hearn Elementary
Mary Ellen Hunt, Language Arts Teacher, Bondurant Middle
Alysia Wedding, Principal, Hearn Elementary
Kendra Wise, Primary Teacher, Peaks Mill Elementary
Deanna Blanchard, Instructional Aide, Collins Lane Elementary
LeAnne Haney, Language Arts, Bondurant Middle
Lisa Mitchell, Food Service Manager, FCHS
RETIREMENTS (EFFECTIVE 6/30/05):
Kay Osborne, Primary Teacher, Peaks Mill Elementary
Kathy Phelps, Intermediate Teacher, Hearn Elementary
Nancy Robertson, Math Teacher, WHHS
Jackie Holder, Bus Driver
Barbara Scott, Instructional Aide, Westridge Elementary
Marcia Garland, G/T Teacher, Bondurant Middle
Billy Cantrell, Bus Driver
Ramona Griffin, Primary Teacher, Hearn Elementary
Suzanne Barnes, Instructional Aide, Elkhorn Elementary
Margaret Bratcher, Cook/Baker, Elkhorn Elementary
TERMINATION OF CLASSIFIED CONTRACT:
Ron Hockensmith, effective 5/18/05
TRANSFERS:
Andy Smith, from Language Arts at Bondurant Middle to Social Studies at FCHS
Gaye Simpson, from School Secretary to Instructional Aide at Peaks Mill Elementary
Tammy Stratton, from Language Arts Teacher at Elkhorn Middle to Intermediate Teacher at Westridge Elementary
Joy Chappel, from Bus Monitor to Bus Driver
Lori Preston, from Primary Teacher to Reading Recovery Teacher at Hearn Elementary
Stacy Jones, from Kindergarten Teacher to Reading Recovery Teacher at Elkhorn Elementary
Carolyn Lynch, from Librarian at Peaks Mill Elementary to Primary Teacher at Hearn Elementary
Debra Gossage, from Primary Teacher at Bridgeport Elementary to Librarian at Peaks Mill Elementary
II.C.
Reports from School Councils
Reports from the schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your information.
II.D.
Construction
II.D.1.
Progress Report on Bridgeport Elementary School
II.D.2.
Approve Pay Application #15 - Bridgeport Elementary School
Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects are recommending payment of $346,276.50 to Marksbury Cornett Engineering Corp. for work accomplished on Bridgeport Elementary School.
Approval of payment of $346,276.50 to Marksbury Cornett.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $346,276.50 to Marksbury Cornett. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
II.D.3.
Approve Payment of Architect's Invoice - Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects
Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects have requested payment of $5,280 for work accomplished on the Bridgeport Elementary School Project.
Approval of payment of $5,280 to Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $5,280 to Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
II.D.4.
Progress Report on Renovation Projects
II.D.5.
Approve Pay Application #1 - EES Geothermal
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $57,795.60 to Mid-South Geothermal for work accomplished at Elkhorn Elementary School. The balance to finish, including retainage, for this portion of the project, is $147,995.40.
Approval of payment of $57,795.60 to Mid-South Geothermal.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $57,795.60 to Mid-South Geothermal. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
II.D.6.
Approve Pay Application #1 - Elkhorn Elementary Renovation Project
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $39,735 to Isaac Tatum Construction for work accomplished on the Elkhorn Elementary Renovation Project.
Approval of payment of $39,735 to Isaac Tatum Construction.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $39,735 to Isaac Tatum Construction. passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
II.D.7.
Approve Pay Application #1 - FCHS Gym Renovation Project
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $8,280 to Griggs Enterprises for work accomplished on the FCHS Gym Renovation Project.
Approval of payment of $8,280 to Griggs Enterprises.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $8,280 to Griggs Enterprises. passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
II.D.8.
Approve Change Order #6 - Hearn Renovation Project
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending approval of Change Order #6 for the Hearn Elementary Renovation Project. Contained within this Change Order are the following proposals:
PR 13 - Replaces existing electrical switching. Cost = $595.13
PR 15 - Accordion partitions were removed on both sides of the auditorium because they were no longer used. The contractor framed the opening in the short CMU walls and wrapped them in carpet. Cost = $1,127
Total Cost of Change Order #6 - $1,722.13
Approval of Change Order #6 for Hearn Elementary at a cost of $1,722.13.
Motion Passed: Approval of Change Order #6 for Hearn Elementary at a cost of $1,722.13. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
II.D.9.
Approve Pay Application #13 - Hearn Renovation Project
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $10,321.59 to Trace Creek Construction, Inc. for work accomplished on the Hearn Renovation Project. The balance to finish, including retainage, on this project is $132,612.02.
Approval of payment of $10,321.59 to Trace Creek Construction, Inc.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $10,321.59 to Trace Creek Construction, Inc. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
II.D.10.
Approve Change Order #9 - Elkhorn Middle Renovation
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending approval of Change Order #9 for the Elkhorn Middle Renovation Project. This Change Order includes the following:
PR 10 - Provide a washer/dryer hook-up in the FMD Room and in P.E. storage. Cost = $9,962.55
PR 34 - Add electric and additional lettering to entrance sign. Cost = $7,979.16
PR 35 - Relocate existing roof leader in Room 133. Cost = $1,920.82
PR 38 - Add a cement block facing to a rough wall in a corridor (concealed condition). Cost = $2,662.25
PR 39 - Add fire alarm devices required by code inspector. Cost = $4,986.02
PR 41 - Replace ceiling tile in 6th grade wing. Cost = $10,105.63
Total amount for this Change Order = $37,616.43
Approval of Change Order #9 for EMS at a cost of $37,616.43.
Motion Passed: Approval of Change Order #9 for EMS at a cost of $37,616.43. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
II.D.11.
Approve Pay Application #14 - Elkhorn Middle Renovation
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $143,755 to D.W. Wilburn, Inc. for work accomplished on the Elkhorn Middle School Renovation Project.
Approval of payment of $143,755 to D.W. Wilburn, Inc.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $143,755 to D.W. Wilburn, Inc. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
II.D.12.
Approve Payment of Architect's Invoice - Ross-Tarrant, Architects
Ross-Tarrant, Architects are requesting payment of the following invoices:
Elkhorn Elementary School - $5,436.63
FCHS Gym Renovation - $1,831.73
Hearn Elementary Renovation - $2,753.36
Elkhorn Middle Renovation - $5,556.12
Total: $15,557.84
Approval of payment of $15,557.84 to Ross-Tarrant, Architects.
Motion Passed: Approval of payment of $15,557.84 to Ross-Tarrant, Architects. passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
II.E.
Attendance Report for Month 8
Deborah Wigginton will present the Attendance Report for Month 8.
III.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda has been presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented.
Motion Passed: Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented.
BB & II be removed. passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Stanley Salchli.
III.A.
Approve Payment of Bills
Orders of the Treasurer
Date: 06/06/05
Warrant #: 060605
Fund: General Fund/Federal Programs
To Monte Chance: 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: 06/06/05
Warrant #: SFS060605
Fund: School Food Service
To Monte Chance: 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 the payment of bills as submitted.
III.B.
Approve Leaves of Absence
The following employees have requested a leave of absence:
1. Bradley Craig, Custodian, FCCTC - Disability Leave - May 19-25, 2005
2. Richard B. Howe, Bus Driver - Sick Leave - May 19-June 1, 2005
3. Robin Snook, Custodian, Westridge - FMLA - May 25 - Undetermined
4. Shauna Smith, Peaks Mill - Maternity Leave (up to 30 days pd.) - Aug. 17 - Oct. 3, 2005
5. Suzanne Hall, Peaks Mill - Maternity Leave (up to 30 days pd.) - Aug. 17 - Nov. 1, 2005
Approval of the Leaves of Absence as requested.
III.C.
Declare Surplus Property
III.D.
Approve Fundraising Activity - Hearn Elementary
III.E.
Approve Fundraising Activity - Westridge FRC
III.F.
Approve Contract with Camfel Productions - Elkhorn Middle School
III.G.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Matt Cline - FCCTC
III.H.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for William Cofield - Board Member
III.I.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Lonnie Lewis - FCHS
III.J.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Michelle Martin - FCHS
III.K.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Vicki Pettus - Thornhill Learning Center
III.L.
Approve Out-of-State Travel - FCHS Girl's Basketball Team
III.M.
Approve Overnight Trip - FCHS Cheerleaders
III.N.
Approve Overnight Trip - FCHS Dance Team
III.O.
Approve Overnight Trip - FCHS Lady Flyer Basketball
III.P.
Approve Dance Team Summer Camp - FCHS
III.Q.
Approve Lady Flyer Basketball Team Summer Camp - FCHS
III.R.
Approve Men's Flyer Basketball Team Summer Camp - FCHS
III.S.
Approve Temporary/Part-Time Clerk's Position - Student Services
III.T.
Approve Contracts for Preschool Screenings
III.U.
Approve Amended Stipend for Assistant Basketball Coach - FCHS
III.V.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for Mary Foster, Glenda Lynn, Melissa Cordier, Sherry Kozenski, Mary Welch
III.W.
Approve Contracts for Back-to-School Pool Parties - Bridgeport
III.X.
Approve Fax Lease Agreement - Bridgeport
III.Y.
Approve Shortened School Day for Student at Peaks Mill
III.Z.
Approve Contract for Services with Angela Folczyk
III.AA.
Approve School Bus Use by National Youth Sports Program at Kentucky State University
III.BB.
Approve Alternative Credit Options and Amend Policy 08.1131 & Procedure 08.113 AP1
III.CC.
Approve Memorandum of Agreement with Georgetown College for Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment
III.DD.
Approve Contract for Services with Paige Orman for Professional Development
III.EE.
Approve EMS "Achieving Success" Summer Program
III.FF.
Approve Master Agreement with KDE for Services of Mary Hensley
III.GG.
Approve Stipends for Teacher Leaders (Thoughtful Learning) 2005-2006
III.HH.
Approve Ten (10) Extended Employment Days for Matt Cline
Karen Schneider, Director of the Franklin County Career & Technical Center, is requesting ten (10) additional contract days (9 in 04/05, 1 in 05/06) for Matt Cline. Mr. Cline will be attending a two-week training session at Purdue University for the implementation of Phase III of the Pre-Engineering Design Program.
That the Board approve ten (10) additional contract days as indicated above for Matt Cline.
III.II.
Approve Renewal of Bid Contracts for One (1) Year 2005-2006
Motion Passed: Mr. Crowe moved for removal of American Founder's Bank from the bid renewals. The motion died for lack of a second.
Moved to accept Item III.II as presented. Roll call vote. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
III.JJ.
Approve Renewal of Insurance Bid Contracts for One (1) Year 2005-2006
III.KK.
Award Bid for Pest Control 2005-2006
III.LL.
Approve Revisions to Certified Evaluation Plan 2005-2006
III.MM.
Approve Summer Camp for Lady Flyer Cheer Team - FCHS
III.NN.
Approve Application for Kentucky Adult Education Grant for 2005-2006 - Community Ed.
III.OO.
Approve Memorandum of Agreement for Placement of VISTA with United Way - Community Ed.
III.PP.
Approve Contract for Non-Resident Pupils with Woodford County
III.QQ.
Approve OVEC 2005-2006 Membership Renewal
III.RR.
Approve Copier Lease Agreement - Collins Lane
III.SS.
Approve Memorandum of Agreement with Bradford Square Nursing Home - CTC
III.TT.
Approve Service Contract with Candi Rumsey - EMS
III.UU.
Approve Service Contract with Jamee Barton - EMS
III.VV.
Approve Reclassification of Dale Penn to Mechanic III
III.WW.
Approve Renewal of Bakery and Bulk Oil Bids for 2005-2006
Bakery - Interstate Brands
Bulk Oil - Newcomb Oil
Approval of the renewal of bids for bakery and bulk oil for 2005-2006.
IV.
New Business
IV.A.
Approve Sale of Bald Knob Elementary School
As instructed by the Franklin County Board of Education, the property known as Bald Knob Elementary School was auctioned to the highest bidder on May 21, 2005, at 10:00 a.m.
Coleman Roach, John Roach and J.W. Kendall were declared the highest bidder at a price of $45,000 plus a premium of $2,250 that goes to Joe Penn Auction Services and Adams Realty.
That the Board, contingent upon approval from the Kentucky Department of Education, approve the sale of Bald Knob Elementary School as indicated above at a price of $45,000 (w/$2,250 premium or $47,250).
Motion Passed: That the Board, contingent upon approval from the Kentucky Department of Education, approve the sale of Bald Knob Elementary School as indicated above at a price of $45,000 (w/$2,250 premium or $47,250). passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
IV.B.
Approve Board Meeting Schedule for 2005-2006
Time Day Date Type Site
7:00 p.m. Tuesday July 11, 2005 Regular Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday August 1, 2005 Regular Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday August 15, 2005 Working Central Office
7:00 p.m. Tuesday September 6, 2005 Regular WHHS
7:00 p.m. Monday September 19, 2005 Working FCHS
7:00 p.m. Monday October 3, 2005 Regular EMS
7:00 p.m. Monday October 17, 2005 Working BMS
7:00 p.m. Monday November 7, 2005 Regular Westridge
7:00 p.m. Monday November 21, 2005 Working Peaks Mill
7:00 p.m. Monday December 5, 2005 Regular Hearn
7:00 p.m. Monday December 19, 2005 Working Collins Lane
7:00 p.m. Monday January 9, 2006 Regular Bridgeport
7:00 p.m. Monday January 23, 2006 Working Elkhorn Elem.
7:00 p.m. Monday February 6, 2006 Regular Central Office
7:00 p.m. Tuesday February 21, 2006 Working Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday March 6, 2006 Regular Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday March 20, 2006 Working Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday April 10, 2006 Regular Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday May 1, 2006 Regular Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday May 15, 2006 Working Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday June 5, 2006 Regular Central Office
7:00 p.m. Monday June 19, 2006 Working Central Office
Approval of the Board Meeting Schedule for 2005-2006.
Motion Passed: Approval of the Board Meeting Schedule for 2005-2006. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
IV.C.
Approve Funding Request for School Resource Officer Program
Deborah Wigginton, Director of Student Services, is recommending that the Board supplement the funding of the School Resource Officer Program (SRO) in order to maintain it at its current level. Our anticipated cost to the General Fund would be $17,500.
Our schools have found this program to be an immensely valuable tool to resolve numerous issues. These officers do an outstanding job and any reduction in this program would have a negative impact on our school climates.
Approval of funding of $17,500 from the General Fund for the School Resource Officer Program for 2005-2006.
Motion Passed: Approval of funding of $17,500 from the General Fund for the School Resource Officer Program for 2005-2006. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
IV.D.
Approve "Time Out" Aides for Middle Schools
Bondurant and Elkhorn Middle Schools are requesting that the Franklin County Board of Education provide one (1) classified personnel position for each school to operate a "STEP" program for the 2005-2006 school year.
This program has been in place for the past few years, and considered to be a critical component of each middle school's discipline plan.
Board approval of the request for one (1) instructional assistant position at each middle school.
Motion Passed: Board approval of the request for one (1) instructional assistant position at each middle school. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
IV.E.
Approve Contract for "Thoughtful Education" 2005-2006
Chrissy Jones, Assistant Superintendent, is requesting approval of a contract for professional development services with Silver Strong & Associates for the 2005-2006 school year. Mr. Richard Strong and Thoughtful Education consultants worked with our schools during the 2004-2005 school year and the model for the upcoming year is based upon feedback from teachers and administrators.
The total cost for these services is $203,000 with funding coming from grants.
Board approval of the attached contract with Silver Strong & Associates for professional development services.
Motion Passed: Board approval of the attached contract with Silver Strong & Associates for professional development services. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
IV.F.
Approve Contract for "Scantron Performance Series" 2005-2006
Chrissy Jones, Assistant Superintendent, is recommending approval of the Scantron Performance Series contract for 2005-2006. This contract provides a subscription for an on-line Standards-based adaptive test designed to assess and track the academic growth of each student, class, and school in reading and math for grades 2-12. Cost = $51,000
Approval of the attached contract for the Scantron Performance Series at a cost of $51,000.
Motion Passed: Approval of the attached contract for the Scantron Performance Series at a cost of $51,000. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
IV.G.
Approve Request to Upgrade Food Service Computer Systems
John Vickers, Assistant Superintendent, is recommending approval of both software and hardware to upgrade the computer system utilized by our Food Service department.
Our existing computer system is antiquated and not compatible with the STI student management software. The existing equipment that we use is unable to communicate between school sites and has no printing capabilities.
The request is to upgrade to "Lunchbox" software and to purchase the necessary hardware. "Lunchbox" is used extensively throughout the State. The total cost of $88,055 is to be funded as follows:
School Food Service - $42,000
Technology - $9,000
General Fund - $37,055
Approval of the attached proposal from Data Futures, Inc. at a cost of $88,055.
Motion Passed: Approval of the attached proposal from Data Futures, Inc. at a cost of $88,055. passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
IV.H.
Approve 2005-2007 Comprehensive District Improvement Plan (CDIP) and Financial Assurances
Chrissy Jones, Assistant Superintendent, is requesting approval of the Comprehensive District Improvement Plan (CDIP) and Funding Application for the 2005-2006 school year.
Approval of the attached Comprehensive District Improvement Plan for 2005-2006.
Motion Passed: Approval of the attached Comprehensive District Improvement Plan for 2005-2006. passed with a motion by Mrs. Pat Fannin and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
IV.I.
Adopt Special Education Procedures Manual
Attached is the revised and amended Special Education Procedures Manual. Jami Miller, Special Education Director, is requesting that the June 2002 manual now be rescinded and the new manual be accepted. New sections will appear in red.
Approval of the attached Special Education Procedural Manual.
Motion Passed: Approval of the attached Special Education Procedural Manual. passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
IV.J.
Approve Certified Salary & Stipend Schedules for 2005-2006
Attached are the following Salary & Stipend Schedules recommended for the 2005-2006 school year.
1. Certified Salary Schedule (3%)
2. Substitute Teacher Schedule (No Change)
3. Occupational/Physical Therapist (3% on Base)
4. Administrative Increment (No Change)
5. Athletic/Academic Stipends (3%)
6. Extra Duty (No Change)
7. Extended School Service (No Change)
That the attached Salary Schedules & Stipends be approved for Certified Personnel.
Motion Passed: That the attached Salary Schedules & Stipends be approved for Certified Personnel.
Amend motion to 4% instead of 3% passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
Motion Passed: That the attached Salary Schedules & Stipends be approved for Certified Personnel. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
IV.K.
Approve Classified Salary Schedules for 2005-2006
Attached are the following Salary Schedules recommended for the 2005-2006 school year.
1. Classified Salary Schedule - 3%
2. Food Service - 3%
3. Director - 3%
4. Finance Director - 3%
5. Attendance Specialist - 3%
6. Community Education - 3%
That the attached Classified Salary Schedules be approved.
Motion Passed: That the attached Classified Salary Schedules be approved.
Super amend to 4% passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
V.
Executive Session per KRS 61.810
Motion Passed: 9:14 p.m. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
VI.
Exit Executive Session
Motion Passed: Exit Executive Session @ 10:40 p.m. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.
VII.
Action (if any) Following Executive Session
VIII.
The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be a Working Session on Monday, June 20, 2005, at the Central Office.
IX.
Adjournment
That the meeting be adjourned.
Motion Passed: That the meeting be adjourned. 10:41 p.m. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.
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