Franklin County
July 06, 2021 6:00 PM
Franklin County Public Schools Regular Meeting
I. Call to Order
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Natalie Lile, Chairperson

Chuck Fletcher, Vice Chair

BeLinda Henson, Board Member

Larry Perkins, Board Member

Justin Watterson, Board Member

Mark Kopp, Superintendent

 

II. Public Comments
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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. No Excuses University
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Jeff Rhode will present on No Excuses University.

III.B. FCS Trauma-Informed Schools Plan
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KRS 158.4416 requires districts to develop a plan for implementing a trauma-informed approach in the district.  The plan developed is attached for your review and approval.

Recommended Motion

Approve the Trauma-Informed Schools Plan

Actions Taken

Order #2021-986 - Motion Passed:  Approve the Trauma-Informed Schools Plan passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

III.C. CEP Intent to Participate
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Franklin County Schools will continue to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision for school meals. This includes elementary schools, middle schools and The Academy. 

Recommended Motion

Approve the CEP Intent to Participate

Actions Taken

Order #2021-987 - Motion Passed:  Approve the CEP Intent to Participate passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

III.D. Seamless Summer Food Service Option
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Food Service Director, Wendy Greenwell, will brief the board on the Seamless Summer Option.  The USDA has made this option available for districts to participate instead of the NSLP.

Actions Taken

Order #2021-988 - Motion Passed:  Approve the CEP Intent to Participate passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

III.E. Waiving 21-22 Chromebook Fee
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In addition to providing student school supplies, we are requesting the chromebook protection plan fee be waived for students for the 21-22 school year.

Recommended Motion

Approve waiving the 21-22 chromebook protection plan fee

Actions Taken

Order #2021-989 - Motion Passed:  Approve waiving the 21-22 chromebook protection plan fee passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

III.F. Fidelity Bond of Treasurer
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Fidelity Bond requirements are summarized in KRS 160.560 and KAR 3:080. Each year the treasurer and other employees responsible for board of education funds shall execute an official bond for the faithful performance of the duties of his/her office to be approved by the local board and the Commissioner of Education. The fidelity bond for FY22 is attached for your review and approval.

 

Recommended Motion

Approve the Fidelity Bond of Treasurer

Actions Taken

Order #2021-990 - Motion Passed:  Approve the Fidelity Bond of Treasurer passed with a motion by Ms. BeLinda Henson and a second by Mr. Larry Perkins.

III.G. Second Reading and Approval of 2021-2022 Policy Updates
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The second reading and approval of 2021-2022 Policy updates recommended by KSBA. The first reading was done on June 7, 2021.  

Recommended Motion

Approve the 21-22 policy updates as presented

Actions Taken

Order #2021-991 - Motion Passed:  Approve the 21-22 policy updates as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.

III.H. First Reading of Updated Policy 05.48
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Policy 05.48 has been recommended to include the title of School Safety Coordinator in the language.  The policy is attached for the first reading.

IV. Reports to the Board
IV.A. Superintendent's Personnel Actions
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Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information.

IV.B. Reports from School Councils
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Draft minutes from schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your review.

IV.C. Instructional Services Update
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Assistant Superintendent, Sharla Six, will update the board on instructional services in the district.

IV.D. Superintendent Report
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Superintendent will share information on district events.

V. Consent Agenda
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The Consent Agenda is presented for your approval.

Recommended Motion

Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented

Actions Taken

Order #2021-992 - Motion Passed:  Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

V.A. Payment of Bills
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Orders of the Treasurer 

Warrant #:070621 Fund: General Fund/Federal Programs

At the regular monthly meeting of the Franklin County School Board, the following claims and bills were submitted to the Board for approval. The Treasurer was ordered to pay the amounts as indicated.

V.B. Minutes
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The June 7, 2021 meeting minutes are attached for your review and approval.

V.C. Leaves of Absence
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Employee Number: 8674

Type of Leave: Medical
Dates of Leave: extend through 07/01/2021

V.D. Contracts
V.D.1. FY22 Franklin Co Health Department School Nursing Contract
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The FY22 school nurse contract with the FCHD is attached for your approval.

V.D.2. KY State Park Retreat-BMS Staff
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Bondurant is requesting permission to conduct a professional development retreat on July 27th and 28th.  Staff will stay overnight for one evening at one of Kentucky's State Parks, Dale Hollow.  All teachers who attend will receive 12 hours of professional development credit.  All state COVID restrictions will be followed and safety protocols current at the time implemented.  The contract is attached for your approval.

V.D.3. OVEC Consortium Agreement
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The 21-22 OVEC Consortium Agreement is attached for your approval.

V.D.4. The Alchemy Collaborative MOA
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The Alchemy Collaborative will assist in communication strategies and objectives for our district in the 21-22 school year.  The MOA is attached for your approval.

V.D.5. University of Kentucky Clinical Education Agreement
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The University of Kentucky Agreement for clinical rotations with Franklin Co Schools is attached for your approval.

V.D.6. 2021-2022 Property & Liability Insurance Renewal
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Attached are the 21-22 Liberty Mutual Property and Liability Insurance renewal and the KEMI Worker's Compensation Insurance renewal terms.

V.D.7. Dr. Ahn, Ear Nose Throat Specialist
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The contract with Dr. Ahn for audiological services as an independent contractor if needed is attached for your review and approval.

V.D.8. Hands on Therapy
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The Hands on Therapy for Therapy Services as an independent evaluation if needed, is attached for your approval.


V.D.9. Contract Accipio Language Services
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The contract for Accipio Language Services is attached for your approval. It is the responsibility of the school district to provide an interpreter at Admission and Release Committee (ARC) meetings when parents do not speak English.


V.D.10. Central Ky Interpreter Referral
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We currently employ an educational interpreter and need to have a plan for providing a substitute when needed. Attached is the contract for approval.

V.D.11. KDE District Funding Assurances
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Attached for your review and approval are the KDE district Funding Assurances.

 
 

V.D.12. Community Action MOA
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The annual Community Action MOA is attached for your approval.

V.D.13. Band Camp Instructor Contracts-FCHS
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Paid music staff to be approved from the band camp proceeds and the school activity fund.
 
Jana Flygstad - $350
Charles Weitkamp - $800
David Goins - $350
Clinton White - $300
Quinn Blandford - $1200
Dawn Welch - $600

V.D.14. Health Department Contract to Provide Services
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The Franklin County Health Department contract to provide services is attached for your approval.

V.D.15. Lexington Legends Staff Day Agreement
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The contract for the FCS district staff appreciation at the Legends Ballpark on August 8th is attached for your approval.  We are excited that several community sponsors are helping the district offer this as a back to school staff appreciation day. 

V.E. Grants
V.E.1. Collins Lane RTA Grant
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Collins Lane Elementary Read to Achieve Grant  - District Assurances Statement for 2021-2022 school year

Funds to design and implement reading intervention program and practices. 

V.F. Human Resources
V.F.1. Approve Revised Job Description for Behavior Analyst
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Request approval of a revised job description for Behavior Analyst. 

 

V.F.2. Modify/Create Position
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2021-22 School Year

 

EMS

 Create RTI Intervention Positions (2) (Paid for through Federal ESSR funds)

 

Hearn

 Create ESS Instructional Aide Position (4 hours x up to 148 days)(Paid from ESS)

 

Central Office

 Create Part Time HR/Benefits Specialist

Create Part Time HR/ Assistant Director

Create Part Time Payroll Clerk

Increase Immigrant Liaison (from PT to 6.5 x 182)

V.F.3. Approve Revised Salary Schedules
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Request approval of the attached revised salary schedules.

V.G. Overnight/Out-of-State Trips
V.G.1. WHHS FFA Leadership Training
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The Western Hills FFA Chapter requests permission for 9 members to attend the Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Center in Hardinsburg, KY on July 12-14.  Mr. Shaffer and Mrs. Burke will serve as chaperones for the group.  Travel will be provided by FCS, paid for through Perkins.  Other costs associated with the activity will be paid by individual FFA members and through fundraising activities completed by the school organization as well as by scholarships provided by our FFA Alumni.

The overall purpose of the trip is to allow the new officers and members to gain leadership skills and learn the duties of their office or duties of their committee chair.  Students also meet FFA members from across the state and have time to network and gain ideas for new activities from other chapters. Advisors will be responsible for teaching a class and supervising students at all times.  

 

V.G.2. FCHS Choir Overnight Trip Spring 2022
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FCHS would like to request an overnight trip for the Choir in the Spring of 2022.  Attached is the tentative itinerary for the choir tour for the Carnegie Hall Invitation.  Trip insurance will be built into the cost in the event the trip is cancelled.  Hotel and transportation contracts will be submitted after the trip has been approved.
 

V.G.3. Overnight Trip-WHHS Boys Golf
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The Western Hills Boys Golf Team would like to request permission to attend an overnight trip Owensboro, KY to participate in a golf tournament.  The booster club will pay for lodging and parents will provide transportation for their child only.  The team will stay at the Hampton Inn and Suites, Owensboro, KY.  The trip in August 9th and 5 players will be attending.  The coach will chaperone.  

V.H. Camps
V.H.1. Band Camp-FCHS
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FCHS would like to host band camp July 21-23 and the 25-30 at Franklin Co High School for $175 per student.

VI. Enter into Closed Session
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KRS 61.810(1)(k) Meetings which federal or state law specifically require to be conducted in privacy.

KRS 156.577(4)(d) Any preliminary discussions relating to the evaluation of the superintendent by the board or between the board and the superintendent prior to the summative evaluation shall be conducted in closed session.

Recommended Motion

That the Board enter into Closed Session as stated

Actions Taken

Order #2021-993 - Motion Passed:  That the Board enter into Closed Session as stated passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.

VI.A. Preliminary Discussion Relating to the Evaluation of the Superintendent
VII. Superintendent Evaluation
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The Superintendent shall be evaluated annually in writing by the Board. Board members will score each Superintendent standard and share their agreed-upon ratings with the Superintendent.

Recommended Motion

Approve the Superintendent evaluation as presented

Actions Taken

Order #2021-994 - Motion to Amend Passed:  To amend the motion from: "Approve the Superintendent evaluation as presented" to: "Approve to table Superintendent evaluation until August 2nd " passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

Order #2021-995 - Motion to Amend Passed:  To amend the motion from: "Approve the Superintendent evaluation as presented" to: "Approve to table Superintendent evaluation until August 2nd " passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

Order #2021-996 - Motion Passed:  Approve to table Superintendent evaluation until August 2nd passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.

VIII. Adjournment
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The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be 6:00pm on August 2, 2021 at Central Office.

Recommended Motion

The meeting be adjourned at

Actions Taken

Order #2021-997 - Motion Passed:  The meeting be adjourned at 7:11pm passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. BeLinda Henson.