Chuck Fletcher, Chairperson

Larry Perkins, Vice Chair

Jennifer Kantner, Board Member

Natalie Lile, Board Member

Justin Watterson, Board Member

Mark Kopp, Superintendent

Champions of the Month

Teacher of the Year and Classified Staff of the Year 

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.

The Director of Transportation would like to sell Bus # 30, 2004 International CE, VIN#4DRBRAAN14A973706 to Frankfort Independent Schools for $3000.  The bus is scheduled to be surplused next year.

Approve the request to sell Bus #30 to Frankfort Independent Schools as presented

Order #2023-1324 - Motion Passed:  Approve the request to sell Bus #30 to Frankfort Independent Schools as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

The Franklin County Cooperative Extension Agents requests the use of Franklin County Schools buses to transport students to 4-H camp.  The camp takes place in Carlisle, KY on June 26-30, 2023. They have provided insurance and will cover the cost of drivers.  

The insurance and trip requests are attached for review.

Approve the 4-H Camp bus request as presented

Order #2023-1325 - Motion Passed:  Approve the 4-H Camp bus request as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.

The April 10, 2023 meeting minutes are attached for approval. Mr. Justin Watterson was absent from the meeting and must abstain from voting.

Approve the April 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Order #2023-1326 - Motion Passed:  Approve the April 10, 2023 meeting minutes passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

The April 24, 2023 special-called meeting minutes are attached for approval. Ms. Natalie Lile was absent from the meeting and must abstain from voting.

Approve the April 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Order #2023-1327 - Motion Passed:  Approve the April 24, 2023 meeting minutes passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

The Emergency Leave Policies are attached for the first reading. The policies would go into effect on July 1, 2023 for certified and classified employees.

The 2023-2024 Tentative Budget is presented for approval.

Approve the 23-24 Tentative Budget

Order #2023-1328 - Motion Passed:  Approve the 23-24 Tentative Budget passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Mr. Larry Perkins.

Attached for your review and approval are the 2023-2024 salary schedules.

Approve the 2023-2024 salary schedules

Order #2023-1329 - Motion Passed:  Approve the 2023-2024 salary schedules passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.

Attached for your review and approval are the 20223-2024 principal combining budgets submitted from each school.

 

 

Approve the 2023-2024 principal combining budgets

Order #2023-1330 - Motion Passed:  Approve the 2023-2024 principal combining budgets passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.

Approve change order number 5 for BG 22-121 at WHHS to raise the landing area of the shot put and extend the rubber surfacing on the long jump runways at the landing pits on both ends.

Approve change order number 5 as presented

Order #2023-1331 - Motion Passed:  Approve change order number 5 as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Mr. Larry Perkins.

Approve the change of contract for BG 22-121 to account the shot put landing and rubber surfacing at WHHS. These items were not originally planned for and outweigh contingency.  Total cost of changes equal $10,966.67. 

Approve the contract change for BG 22-121 as presented

Order #2023-1332 - Motion Passed:  Approve the contract change for BG 22-121 as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

The revised BG1 for BG22-121 is attached for approval.  It includes the shot put landing and long jump extension. 

Approve the revised BG1 as presented

Order #2023-1333 - Motion Passed:  Approve the revised BG1 as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.

Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information.

Draft minutes from schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your review.

The attendance report for month 7 (2/17/23-3/16/23) of the 2022-2023 fiscal year is presented for your review. 

Deputy Superintendent, Tammy McDonald, will update the board on instructional services in the district.

Assistant Superintendent, Jennifer Perkins, will update the board on facilities. 

Student Board Members will give updates from both high schools.

Superintendent will share information on district events.

The Consent Agenda is presented for your approval.

Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented

Order #2023-1334 - Motion Passed:  Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

The April 24, 2023 meeting minutes are attached for your review and approval.

Employee Number:   8261

Type of Leave:  Maternity

Dates of Leave: 8/9/23-9/8/23

Employee Number:  5549

Type of Leave:  Maternity

Dates of Leave: 2/27/23-5/22/23

Employee Number:  9091

Type of Leave:  Medical

Dates of Leave: 4/12/23-4/24/23

Employee Number:  8648

Type of Leave:  Maternity

Dates of Leave: 9/16/23-11/11/23

Employee Number:  8144

Type of Leave:  Medical

Dates of Leave: 4/24/23-5/16/23

Employee Number:  5867

Type of Leave:  Adoption

Dates of Leave: 3/17/23-3/28/23

Employee Number:  8806

Type of Leave:  Maternity

Dates of Leave: 09/09/23-10/31/23

Employee Number:  8227

Type of Leave:  Medical

Dates of Leave: 04/21/23-5/1/23

Employee Number:  4101

Type of Leave:  Medical

Dates of Leave: 4/18/23-5/18/23

Employee Number:  9256

Type of Leave:  Medical

Dates of Leave: 4/18/2023-5/29/2023

Employee Number:  4072

Type of Leave:  Medical

Dates of Leave: 5/5/23-5/31/23

Peaks Mill is requesting the approval of the contract/quote for a new marquee sign at the school using the Golden Rule Sign company.

The 23-24 KSU Promising Youth Grant MOU to partner with Franklin County Schools is attached for review and approval.

ELV would like to request approval of a contract for a one time coaching session in the summer to prepare our teachers for implementation of thinking strategies for the 2023-2024 school year.  Funding will be provided by ELV Title 1 account.  The cost is $3200.00

The contracts for Malibu Jacks and Main Event are part of the After School Program Summer fees at Peaks Mill and are attached for approval.

The 23-24 PEBC contract for coaching services is attached for approval.

The Barn Door Grill, through Me and You Events,  contract for the ASP program at Peaks Mill Elementary is attached for approval.

Attached for approval is the renewal letter to continue using Traditional Bank for banking services for the 2023-24 school year.

The Magical Memories Tours Contract for the 23-24 8th grade trip at Elkhorn Middle School is attached for approval. Teachers and Admin will chaperone.

Future Forward Education & Career Center plans to purchase virtual reality devices so students can explore various career pathways and receive training on skilled trades. Devices will be purchased through a combination of KECSAC and DJJ funds. 

The updated PEBC contract for CLE 2023-2024 is attached for approval.

The contract for PEBC Thinking Strategies Institute training for up to 120 certified teaching participants in the Fall 2023/Spring 2024 is attached for approval.

The renewal contract with PEBC Educational Consultant (Scott Murphy) for the 23-24 school year is attached for approval.

Renewal license agreement and quote for 6-8th grade Edmentum/APEX curriculum licenses is attached for approval.

The 2023-2024 Cooperative Membership Agreement is attached for approval.

The renewal contract is attached for approval.

Approve Contract Agreement with Anderson Commercial Cleaning for the purpose of employing two evening custodial substitutes.  

The MOA with Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Education and Labor Cabinet, Commonwealth of Kentucky
(“OVR” or “the Commonwealth”) and Franklin County Schools as the Local Education Authority (“LEA”) to establish an agreement for the Community Work Transition Program(“CWTP”) is attached for approval.

1. The SVPP Grant Application process is attached for approval and the program overview is below.

   School Violence Prevention Program Overview:

   1. The Students, Teachers, and Officers Preventing School Violence Act of 2018 (STOP School Violence Act of 2018) gave the COPS Office authority to provide awards directly to States, units of local government, or Indian tribes to improve security at schools and on school grounds in the jurisdiction of the grantee through evidence-based school safety programs and technology.

   2. Up to $73 million in funding is available for FY23 SVPP. Each award is three years (36 months) in duration for a maximum federal share of $500,000 per award. There is a local cash match (cost share) requirement of at least 25 percent.SVPP funding will provide up to 75% funding for the following school safety measures in and around K-12 (primary and secondary) schools and school grounds:

• “Coordination with law enforcement”

• “Training for local law enforcement officers to prevent student violence against others and self”

• “Metal detectors, locks, lighting, and other deterrent measures”

• “Technology for expedited notification of local law enforcement during an emergency”

• “Any other measure that the COPS Office determines may provide a significant improvement in security”

Create: Districtwide: 1.0 Coordinator of Student & Family Services (225 days); funded by ESSER III Funds

Modify: Districtwide: Preschool aide positions from 160 days to 140 days

Modify: Districtwide: Preschool aide positions from 3.5 hours (135 days) to 3.5 hours (140 days)

Modify: William Cofield: Special Education Teacher (LBD)  from .68 to .5

Abolish: Westridge Elementary: Cafe Monitor

Create: Hearn Elementary: 1.0 Special Education Instructional Aide; funded by IDEA Basic

Modify: Central Office: .5 Finance Clerk to .5 Human Resources Recruitment and Retention Specialist

Create: Central Office: .5 Purchasing Clerk; funded by ESSER III Funds

Abolish: PME: 1.0 Special Education Instructional Aide

Abolish: Districtwide: .5 Speech Pathologist (Preschool)

Modify: ELV: Psychologist: from 121 days to 123 days

After School Program:

Modify: PME: Assistant Director from part-time to 5 x 250 days

Abolish: BPE: 1.0 sub position

Create: ELV: 1.0 sub position

Modify: CLE: Assistant Director from 7 x 250 days to 8 x 250 days

Modify cook/baker from 4 hours to 5.5 hours

Create: EES: Assistant Direct 6 x 250

Modify: HES: Student work to sub

Create: HES: part time student work

Rationale: Request approval of emergency certification

Stephanie Lay to middle school math at Elkhorn Middle School

FY23 School Stipend and Coach’s Schedule

Request Job Description Approval: Coordinator of Student & Family Services

Request: Modify Job Description Title: Coordinator of Career and Transition Opportunities  to Director of

College and Career Readiness

FCHS requests approval to take the choir to Kings Island in July.  The trip request is attached for review and approval.

FCHS FFA is requesting approval to attend the 2023 State FFA convention in Lexington on June 6th-8th.

Attached are the fees, itinerary and transpiration request.

The request for the FCHS FFA to attend the overnight night camp in Hardinsburg, KY, June 26-30 is attached for approval. 

Previously the Board was notified of eight students requesting a shortened school day/week.

We have been notified of one additional shortened school day.  All records are maintained in Mrs. Jami Miller's office.

Please contact Mrs. Miller if you have questions.

For your review and approval is a listing of an asset that needs to be surplused or disposed of.

Table Saw

The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be 11:30am on May 22, 2023 at the Early Learning Village.

The meeting be adjourned at

Order #2023-1335 - Motion Passed:  The meeting be adjourned at 7:12 PM passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.