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I.
Call to Order
Chuck Fletcher, Chairperson
Larry Perkins, Vice Chair
Jennifer Kantner, Board Member
Natalie Lile, Board Member
Justin Watterson, Board Member
Mark Kopp, Superintendent
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
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.
IV.
New Business
IV.A.
First Reading of Revised Policy 03.11
The revised policy 03.11 is attached for the first reading.
IV.B.
Second Reading & Approval of 2023-2024 Policy & Procedure Updates
The 2023-2024 policy and procedure updates recommended by KSBA are attached for the second reading and approval.
Approve the policy & procedure updates as presented
Order #2023-1360 - Motion Passed: Approve the policy & procedure updates as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.
IV.C.
June 12, 2023 Meeting Minutes
The June 12, 2023 meeting minutes are attached for approval. Ms. Natalie Lile was absent and must abstain from voting.
Approve the June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Order #2023-1361 - Motion Passed: Approve the June 12, 2023 meeting minutes passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.
IV.D.
Power Racks for Lifting Donation
Donations valued at $1000 or more require board approval. Coach Vanderpool at WHHS would like to accept 5 power racks and weights as a donation from the North Oldham football boosters.
Accept the power racks and weights as presented
Order #2023-1362 - Motion Passed: Accept the power racks and weights as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.
IV.E.
The Family Learning Community Agreement
Cherry Boyles, with NCFL, presented the Building Families Learning System at the June 12, 2023 meeting. The Family Learning Community Commitment Agreement is attached for review and approval.
Approve the FLC Commitment Agreement
Order #2023-1363 - Motion Passed: Approve the FLC Commitment Agreement passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.
Order #2023-1364 - Motion to Amend Passed: To amend the motion from: "Approve the FLC Commitment Agreement " to: "Approve the FLC Commitment Agreement with a maximum contribution of $2500 for Franklin County Schools" passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.
Order #2023-1365 - Motion Passed: Approve the FLC Commitment Agreement with a maximum contribution of $2500 for Franklin County Schools passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.
V.
Reports to the Board
V.A.
Superintendent's Personnel Actions
Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information.
V.B.
Reports from School Councils
Draft minutes from schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your review.
V.C.
Instructional Services Update
Deputy Superintendent, Tammy McDonald, will update the board on instructional services in the district.
V.D.
District Facilities Update
Assistant Superintendent, Jennifer Perkins, will update the board on facilities.
V.E.
Superintendent Report
Superintendent will share information on district events.
VI.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is presented for your approval.
Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented
Order #2023-1366 - Motion Passed: Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Mr. Larry Perkins.
VI.A.
Payment of Bills
Orders of the Treasurer
Warrant #:071023 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.
VI.B.
Leaves of Absence
Leave Requests
Employee Number: 7525
Type of Leave: Maternity
Dates of Leave: 08/09/23-09/01/23
Employee Number: 8764
Type of Leave: MED
Dates of Leave: 07/05/23-10/10/23
Employee Number: 8254
Type of Leave: MED
Dates of Leave: 06/12/23-06/12/24
Employee Number: 7848
Type of Leave: Maternity
Dates of Leave: 08/31/23-11/27/23
Employee Number: 5683
Type of Leave: MED
Dates of Leave: 09/4/2023-12/04/2023
Employee Number: 9104
Type of Leave: MED
Dates of Leave: 08/1/2023-10/1/2023
VI.C.
Contracts
VI.C.1.
FY24 RTA Grant Contract
The FY24 Reading Diagnostic and Intervention Fund contract is attached for approval.
VI.C.2.
SAVVAS Realize myWorld Contracts
The 6-12 Social Studies student and teacher materials from SAVVAS Realize curriculum are attached for approval.
VI.C.3.
Newland Speech Therapy Contract
The Newland Speech Therapy contract, independent therapy evaluation services, for the 23-24SY is attached for approval.
VI.C.4.
Dr C Ahn, Ear, Nose, Throat Specialist Contract
The contract with Dr. Ahn for audiological services as an independent contractor if needed for the 23-24SY is attached for approval.
VI.C.5.
Soliant Health Contract
The contract with Soliant Health, for Special Education candidate search to fill vacancies, is attached for approval.
VI.C.6.
Dr. E Amend, Psy.D. Contract
According to state and federal guidelines, parents have the option of requesting an independent evaluation at no cost to them if they disagree with the district evaluation. This contract will allow the district to meet state and federal guidelines. The funding for this service will come from IDEA Part B Basic.
VI.C.7.
DJJ Interagency Agreements
Attached are the Interagency Agreements between DJJ and Franklin County Schools for the 2023-24 school year.
VI.C.8.
New Vista MOA
The 23-24 New Vista MOA for counseling services is attached for approval.
VI.D.
Grants
VI.D.1.
Teacher Leader Reading Recovery Grant
The University of Kentucky Teacher Leader Reading Recovery Grant Proposal is attached for approval.
VI.E.
Human Resources
VI.E.1.
Modify/Create Positions
Modify/Create Position- add to salary schedules
Create: Central Office: Districtwide: 20 day Teacher Consultant Position; funded by APR IDEA Funds
Create: Central Office: Districtwide: 200 Day Middle School Special Education Instructional Coach position; funded by APR IDEA
Create: Central Office: Districtwide: 220 Day Behavior Consultant/Instructional Coach Position; funded by APR IDEA
VI.E.2.
Approve Job Description
Approve Job Description
Modify: Purchasing Assistant Job Description
Modify: RTI Behavior Interventionist Job Description
Modify: Instructional Coach/Behavior Consultant Job Description
VI.E.3.
Revised Salary Schedules
Approve the revised salary schedule.
Approve the School Stipend & Coach’s Schedule and Extra Duty Schedule with the District Social Media stipend.
VI.E.4.
Emergency Certification
Request approval of Emergency Certification:
Tiffany Thomas: Math teacher at BMS
Ryan Montgomery: LBD Teacher at BMS
Anthony Bergeron: PE/Health Teacher at FCHS
Bill Covington: Visually Impaired Teacher at BMS
James Gambon: Social Studies Teacher at EMS
Jon Collins: Language Arts Teacher at BMS
Angela Sowders: LBD Teacher at EES
Katherine Murphy: Behavior Interventionist at EMS
Megan Stewart: Library Media Specialist at FCHS
Shannon Brunette: Business Teacher at FCHS
Emma Roberts: Intermediate Teacher at PME
VI.F.
Overnight/Out-of-State Trips
VI.F.1.
Girls Basketball Overnight Camp-EMS
The EMS Girls Basketball team would like to attend the camp at Lindsey Wilson College on July 18-20, 2023.
The basketball camp is a 3-day, 2-night event that will allow the Elkhorn Middle School Lady Elks to compete against various talent throughout the state, build strong relationships within the team, and create a positive team atmosphere going into the 2023 middle school basketball season. The coaches and a parent will chaperone.
VI.F.2.
WHHS FFA Trip
The trip request for the Western Hills FFA to attend the National Leadership Conference in Washington DC is attached for approval.
VI.F.3.
WHHS Senior Parking Camp Out
The permission slip and information for the Senior Parking Camp Out at Western Hills High School is attached for approval.
VI.F.4.
FCHS Archery Team Trip
The FCHS Archery team is requesting permission to go to Holiday World in Santa Claus, IN on 8/1/2023. They will be using FCS transportation. Entrance fees will be paid for by students.
VI.G.
School-Wide Fundraisers
VI.G.1.
FCHS Band Camp 2023
The FCHS Band Camp will take place July 19-21 and July 24-28 and will occupy the band room auditorium, practice field, and some smaller spaces throughout those days.
Band students pay $175 to participate.
VI.G.2.
23-24 Fundraisers and Fees
23-24 fundraisers and fees submitted by schools are attached for approval.
VI.G.3.
Football "Hour-A-Thon" Fundraiser-WHHS
The money will be used to help provided needed expenses for our football program such as equipment, team meals, facility updates and much more.
VI.H.
District List for ARC and Designee
The updated list for Admissions and Release Committee Chairs (ARC) and Designee is attached for review.
VII.
Adjournment
The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be 6:00pm on August 14, 2023 at Central Office.
The meeting be adjourned at
Order #2023-1367 - Motion Passed: The meeting be adjourned at 6:46PM passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.
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