Larry Perkins, Chairperson

Jennifer Kantner, Vice Chair

Chuck Fletcher, Board Member

Natalie Lile, Board Member

Justin Watterson, Board Member

Mark Kopp, Superintendent

• Champions of the Month

• Retirement Recognitions

• Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year Recognitions

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 April 22, 2024 Special-Called meeting minutes are attached for approval. Ms. Natalie Lile was absent and must abstain from voting.

Approve meeting minutes

Order #2024-1526 - Motion Passed:  Approve meeting minutes passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.

Drafts for the updated policies 03.122, 03.1233, 03.222, and 03.2233 are attached for review.

Attached for your review and approval are the 2024-2025 salary schedules.

Approve the 2024-2025 salary schedules

Order #2024-1527 - Motion Passed:  Approve the 2024-2025 salary schedules passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.

Attached is the 2024-25 banking bid proposal tabulation sheet.  The recommendation is to award the bid to Traditional Bank.

Approve the bank bid award to Traditional Bank

Order #2024-1528 - Motion Passed:  Approve the bank bid award to Traditional Bank passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

Attached for your review and approval are the 2024-2025 principal combining budgets submitted from each school.

Approve the school combining budgets

Order #2024-1529 - Motion Passed:  Approve the school combining budgets passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

The Franklin County Board of Education needs to request approval from the Kentucky Department of Education to reseat the Local Planning Committee and consider an additional “Finding” in order to change the current District Facility Plan at Western Hills High School for the following addition:

Relocate/Construct Tennis Courts

Approve request to reseat the Local Planning Committee

Order #2024-1530 - Motion Passed:  Approve request to reseat the Local Planning Committee passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.

Approve invoices to JRA for BG24-091, Greenhouses in the amounts of:

1)  FCHS- $17,712.29

2)  WHHS- $18,007.89 

Approve the BG24-091 invoices for the greenhouses as presented

Order #2024-1531 - Motion Passed:  Approve the BG24-091 invoices for the greenhouses as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

Approve invoice for BG24-091, Greenhouses to Terracon in the amount of $927.50 for special inspections. 

Approve invoice to Terracon as presented

Order #2024-1532 - Motion Passed:  Approve invoice to Terracon as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

Approve pay app #2 to Concrete Construction in the amount of $57,600 for work completed on BG24-091, Greenhouses. 

Approve pay app #2 to Concrete Construction as presented

Order #2024-1533 - Motion Passed:  Approve pay app #2 to Concrete Construction as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.

Approve AIA B132 Owner, Architect, and Construction Manager Agreement for the construction of the new Elkhorn Elementary School, BG24-331. 

Approve the Architect and Construction Manager Agreement as presented

Order #2024-1534 - Motion Passed:  Approve the Architect and Construction Manager Agreement as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

We would like to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for construction manager for the Elkhorn Elementary project, which requires Board approval to issue.

Approve the issue of a Request for Proposal for the Elkhorn Elementary construction manager

Order #2024-1535 - Motion Passed:  Approve the issue of a Request for Proposal for the Elkhorn Elementary construction manager passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.

Approve the BG5 for BG23-411, Elkhorn Elementary School Site Acquisition. 

Approve BG5 for BG23-411

Order #2024-1536 - Motion Passed:  Approve BG5 for BG23-411 passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

Pay app #5 in the amount of $59,850 to Knight Electric for work done on BG23-422, Grandstands, is attached for approval. 

Approve pay app #5 to Knight Electric as presented

Order #2024-1537 - Motion Passed:  Approve pay app #5 to Knight Electric as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

Approve pay app #6 for BG23-422, Grandstands to EZ Construction in the amount of $109,960.50 for the completion of work on the grandstands.  

Approve the pay app #6 as presented

Order #2024-1538 - Motion Passed:  Approve the pay app #6 as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

Approve change order #4, CO Demo to Colston Paving in the amount of $35,530.00 for additional needed asphalt work and repair. 

Approve change order #4 as presented

Order #2024-1539 - Motion Passed:  Approve change order #4 as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.

Approve the outdated BG4 for BG18-281 in the amount of $9,320,500 to TRANE for HVAC work completion at WHHS and FCHS.  

Approve BG4 for HVAC work as presented

Order #2024-1540 - Motion Passed:  Approve BG4 for HVAC work as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.

The AIA B101 Owner/Architect Agreement for WHHS future tennis courts is attached for approval.

Approve the Owner/Architect Agreement as presented

Order #2024-1541 - Motion Passed:  Approve the Owner/Architect Agreement as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

Approve the following outdated BG5s:

BG18-220 Peaks Mill Gym Floor Replacement

BG18-221 Roofing Repairs

BG18-222 Elevator Repairs

BG18-254 WHHS Football Fieldhouse

Approve outdated BG5's

Order #2024-1542 - Motion Passed:  Approve outdated BG5's passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

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 8 (3/16/24 - 4/19/24) of the 2023-2024 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 #2024-1543 - Motion Passed:  Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.

The April 9 and 22, 2024 meeting minutes are attached for your review and approval.

The day treatment program renewal MOA with The Academy and the DJJ is attached for review and approval. 

The Common Lit 3-year Contract for Western Hills High School and Franklin County High School English Language Arts teachers is attached for approval.

The 2024-2025 PEBC contract for educational consultant coaching and professional learning services is attached for approval. 

Approve the use of Franklin County School buses to transport students to and from 4H camp. 

The proposed quote includes the replacement of all existing security cameras across our district, including 294 cameras along with associated cables and fixtures. Additionally, the budget covers installation fees, a 10-year warranty, and 5 years of cloud license subscription for each camera. This comprehensive upgrade is essential for ensuring our district's compliance with e911 regulations and to replace our current, antiquated system.

One year contract for ACT student practice materials and staff training for Western Hills High School.

FCHS Senior Class is requesting permission to hold the 2024 Senior Prom at The Elizabeth May 11th, 2024.  Attached is the contract and rental agreement for approval. Cost of the rental to be paid for by the class of 2024 school activity account.

FCHS is requesting permission to use Kevin Croucher as the DJ for the Senior Prom on May 11, 2024 at The Elizabeth.  Attached is the service agreement to be paid for by the class of 2024 student activity account.

The EMS 7th and 8th-grade band is contracting Miller Transportation to take our group to Kings Island on May 20, 2024 due to limited FCS drivers. Funding for this will come from the Franklin County Band Boosters.

Attached is the contract between FCS and Edmentum.

The Eureka K-5 Math Curriculum and Materials contract is attached for approval.

The renewal contract is attached for approval.

Contract with Juniper Hills Aquatic Center to reserve two nights for district level Title 1/Title III/Registration Events for summer 2024. 

The Desmos 6 year print and digital license Algebra 1 (Middle school and high school) is attached for approval.

The renewal contract with Powerschool is attached for approval.

The Vector (safe schools training courses) renewal is attached for approval.

The Desmos Algebra I Professional Learning Contracts for five years of professional development are attached for approval.

The Mid School Math six year contract for Elkhorn Middle School and Bondurant Middle School is attached for approval.

iReady K-8 License Renewal for a three year contract is attached for approval.

The contracts for additional CKLA materials are attached for approval.

The Edulastic license renewal is attached for approval.

The Talking Points contract for parent engagement (paid from ASP funds) is attached for approval.

The Amplify Language Arts initial training for teachers (1 day onsite for 5 years) is attached for approval.

Attached is the Option 9 agreement with University of the Cumberlands. 

The renewal letter is attached for approval.

The renewal contract/quote is attached for approval.

The 24-25 contract is attached for approval.

Modify/Create Position- add to salary schedules:

• Modify Dwide: Special Education Hearing Impaired position from .2 to 1.0

• Abolish Dwide: .2 Special Education Visual Impaired position 

• Create WHHS: .3 Middle/High School Math Coach position; funded by Title II Funds (2024-2025)

• Create FCHS: .3 Middle/High School Math Coach position; funded by Title II Funds (2024-2025)

• Create EMS: .3 Lunch Room Monitor; funded by Section VI (2024-2025) 

• Create Dwide: .5 ARC Chair; funded by IDEA Part B (2024-2025)

• Create HES: .5 ChildCare Aide; funded by ASP (2024-2025)

2023-2024: Extra Duty School Salary Schedule

Approve Job Description:

• Modify Social Worker Job Description 

• Modify Chief Information Officer Job Description

• Modify Deputy Superintendent Job Description

• Modify Assistant Superintendent of District Services Job Description

• Modify Human Resources Job Description

• Modify Superintendent Secretary Job Description

• Modify Finance Officer Job Description

• Abolish Financial Analyst Job Description and Create Accounting Analyst Job Description

• Abolish Accounts Payable Job Description and Create Accounts Payable Clerk Job Description

Leave Requests:

Employee Number: 8144

Type of Leave:  MED

Dates of Leave: 04/22/2024-05/31/2024

Employee Number: 8404

Type of Leave:  MAT

Dates of Leave: 03/18/2024-05/24/2024

Employee Number: 6746

Type of Leave:  MED

Dates of Leave: 04/23/2024-intermittent

Employee Number: 6634

Type of Leave:  MED

Dates of Leave: 04/08/2024-05/24/2024

Request approval of Emergency Certification: 

WRE: 1.0 Primary Position: Abbey Stinnett

Bondurant Middle School requests approval for an out of state trip to Kings Island on May 11th for the Music in the Parks competition. The trip request is attached.

The Franklin County High School Spanish Club is requesting approval to plan and participate in a trip to visit Spain in June of 2025. A description of the trip is detailed below.

Over the last 30 years, Franklin County High School World Language students have participated in over 25 educational and cultural trips throughout Europe and the United States.  More than 500 students have been part of these experiences visiting such places as France, Spain, Costa Rica, Italy, Switzerland, Canada, England, North Africa, New York, Chicago, and Washington DC.  The results of these cultural experiences have been nothing short of amazing.  A large number of students who participated in these trips have returned to those countries and cities where they have studied, lived, taught, and used their language learning in ways they never thought possible.  Several students, at this moment, are living, studying, and teaching in both Europe and Asia.

We are asking for permission for this educational and sometimes life-changing tradition to continue this year by providing up to 30 Spanish students and 5 chaperones the opportunity to visit Spain for up to a 10-day educational tour through CHA educational tours to be scheduled during the summer of the 2024- 2025 school year. The exact dates of the trip have not yet been set however, we plan to travel the first week of June, after graduation to avoid student absences the days school is in session. Students will be responsible for covering their individual travel expenses, but we plan to fundraise to help buffer the cost as much as possible. 

On this trip, we plan to visit a variety of different cities such as the capital city of Madrid, Barcelona,  Seville, Granada, and Costa del Sol. Students will have the opportunity to tour the Royal Palace, and El Prado Museum of Madrid, view breathtaking architecture in Barcelona such as the unfinished cathedral La Sagrada Familia by architect Antoni Gaudi, tour the Alhambra Palace of Granada and enjoy the world-famous beaches and warmer climate of La Costa del Sol. Students will also have the option to attend live Flamenco dancing performances, Most importantly for our world language program, students will also be provided with the opportunity to interact with a multitude of native Spanish speakers, using their language skills and their classroom learning in a variety of real-life situations.

Thank you for your consideration of such a rich and valuable learning opportunity for our students as they continue their journey as second-language learners. Through traveling to Spain with their peers and teachers, the students will be able to broaden their ability to use the language, while making real-life intercultural connections. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for students to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to navigate and succeed in today’s increasingly interconnected world and provide them with a dynamic perspective with regard to global competency. 

FCHS JROTC is  requesting permission to attend a leadership school at Wright State University on June 3rd-8th in Fairborn, OH.

The school gives our cadets extensive training on what it means to be a leader and follower and the skills required. Cadets have the unique opportunity to learn and interact alongside cadets from different states such as Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Illinois in a military environment. 12 students and 2 adults will be attending.

The Franklin County High School Varsity Volleyball Team requests permission to participate at a varsity tournament at Allen County-Scottsville High School in Scottsville, KY on Friday, September 20 and Saturday, September 21.

15 players will attend the tournament and 3 coaches (Dale Adkins, Suzie Hellard, Chris Schimoeller). We will be staying at the Drury Inn and Suites in Bowling Green, KY. The FCHS Volleyball Boosters will pay for the lodging and a meal on Friday night. Players will be responsible for their meals on Saturday.

The Franklin County High School Volleyball Team requests permission to attend the Morehead State University Team Camp on July 11th-13th, 2024 in Morehead, KY.

25 players will attend the camp and 3 coaches. Players will be paying their own fees to attend camp and meals will be provided by MSU. A bus will be needed for both Thursday, July 11 and Saturday, July 13. They will be staying on campus and all three coaches (Dale Adkins, Susan Hellard, Chris Schimoeller) will be going as coaches and chaperones.

The Youth Service Center was approved for a college tour in Tennessee last month. We had to change the date due to the lack of charter buses available. I am requesting to move the trip to May 21st. The YSC will cover all travel expenses and food for the students.

EMS 7th and 8th grade band requests permission to go to Kings Island on May 20th. 

Please see attached list of fundraisers from our PTO.

2024 HEARN ASP SUMMER FIELD TRIP FEES 

TOTAL $176.25 PER CHILD

Summer Fees:
$30.00-Registration Fee
$250.00-Field Trip Fee
$130.00-Weekly Fee

Please see attached budget for families participating in the ASP program.

ESS fees are attached for approval.

The Bridgeport Elementary ASP summer fees are $130/week and the field trip fee is $140.00

The Shortened School Day update is attached.

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

The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be 11:30am on May 20, 2024 at Peaks Mill Elementary.

The meeting be adjourned at

Order #2024-1544 - Motion Passed:  The meeting be adjourned at 7:11PM passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.