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I.
Call to Order
I.A.
News From the Schools
II.
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.
III.
New Business
III.A.
Approve Strategic Plan
On May 4, the Strategic Planning Steering Committee for the Franklin County Public Schools gave their final approval to the attached Strategic Plan and submit it to you for your approval. No changes were made from the original draft document.
The Action Plan Committees have also prepared detailed plans for implementation of the twelve strategies. These were also heard by the committee on May 4 and given consideration. Some additional work is being done on a few strategies.
I am now working on an implementation schedule for the Action Plans over the next five years. You will be asked to review it and approve necessary action in one year increments. That schedule should be ready in 6-8 weeks.
Approval of the Strategic Plan for the Franklin County Public Schools
Motion Passed: Approval of the Strategic Plan for the Franklin County Public Schools passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.
III.B.
Approve Insurance Coverage Agreements for FY-2007
Proposals for insurance coverage have been received for FY-2007 as indicated on Attachment I.
KSBIT offers the best coverage at the lowest price:
- Property Insurance will drop to a deductible of $1000.
- The $5 million umbrella coverage would include our bus fleet if we insure with KSBIT.
Overall, our cost of insurance will drop $53,337 for next year.
That the Insurance Proposal for Workers Comp., Property, Fleet, General Liability and Educators Liability (with an umbrella of $5 million) be awarded to the Kentucky School Boards Insurance Trust.
Motion Passed: That the Insurance Proposal for Workers Comp., Property, Fleet, General Liability and Educators Liability (with an umbrella of $5 million) be awarded to the Kentucky School Boards Insurance Trust. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
III.C.
Approve Matching Contribution for Employees to KY Deferred Comp
In an effort to provide an additional benefit to all employees of the Franklin County Schools, I am proposing that the Franklin County Board of Education make a matching contribution on behalf of all eligible employees to the Kentucky Public Employees' 401(K) Deferred Compensation Plan. Contributions would be (for 2006-2007) 50% (1/2) of every dollar deferred not to exceed 1% of the salary. Contributions by the Board would be vested at the rate of 20% each year with 100% vested at the end of five years. No contributions will be made outside of this agreement.
That the Board approve the attached agreement with the Kentucky Public Employees Deferred Compensation Authority
Motion Passed: That the Board approve the attached agreement with the Kentucky Public Employees Deferred Compensation Authority passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
III.D.
Approve Certified Salary Schedules for 2006-2007
Attached are the proposed Certified Salary Schedules for 2007-2008. They include:
Attachment 1 - Certified Salary (2% increase)
Attachment 2 - Occupational/Physical Therapist (2% on base)
Attachment 3 - Substitute Teacher (5% increase)
(No increase in 05-06)
That the attached Salary Schedules be approved
Motion Passed: That the attached Salary Schedules be approved passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
III.E.
Approve Classified Salary Schedules for 2006-2007
Attached are the proposed Classified Salary Schedules for 2006-2007. They include:
Attachment 1: Classified Salary Schedule (2%)
Attachment 2: Community Education (2%)
Attachment 3: Community Education Director (2%)
- Reduced to 240 days @ request
of employee
Attachment 4: Food Service
Attachment 5: Director Salary (2%)
Attachment 6: Finance Director (2%)
Attachment 7: Attendance Specialist (2%)
& School Nurse (Added)
That the attached Classified Salary Schedules be approved
Motion Passed: That the attached Classified Salary Schedules be approved passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
III.F.
Approve Stipend Schedules for 2006-2007
Attached are the proposed Stipend Schedules for 2006-2007. They include:
Attachment 1 - Coaching Stipends
Attachment 2 - Proposed New Stipends
Attachment 3 - Salaries for Extra Duties
Attachment 4 - ESS Salary Schedule
Attachment 5 - Administrative Personnel Increments
That the attached Stipend Schedules be approved
Motion Passed: That the attached Stipend Schedules be approved passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
III.G.
Approve Board Meeting Schedule for 2006-2007
Attached is the proposed Board Meeting Schedule for 2006-2007. It is a similar schedule proposed for recent years with the exception of January and April 2007. Because of January 1 and January 15 both being Holidays, it is suggested that the meetings be scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Mondays. In April, 2007, the second meeting is delayed until the 4th Monday so it won't conflict with the NSBA Conference.
Approval of the attached meeting schedule for 2006-2007
Motion Passed: Mrs. Fannin asked that the Superintendent's recommendation be amended to change the second meeting during the month to the schools. Approval of the attached meeting schedule for 2006-2007 passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.
III.H.
Approve Contract for Thoughtful Education Professional Development for 2006-2007
Motion Passed: Approval of contract passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
IV.
Reports to the Board
IV.A.
Approval of Minutes - May 1, 2006, Regular Meeting
The minutes of the May 1, 2006, Regular Meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the minutes of the May 1, 2006, Regular Meeting
Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes of the May 1, 2006, Regular Meeting passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
IV.B.
Approval of Minutes - May 15, 2006, Special Meeting
The minutes of the May 15, 2006, Special Meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Approval of the minutes of the May 15, 2006, Special Meeting
Motion Passed: Approval of the minutes of the May 15, 2006, Special Meeting passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
IV.C.
Approval of 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. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.
IV.D.
Approve Payment of Architect's Invoice - Ross-Tarrant, Architects
Ross-Tarrant, Architects have submitted the following invoices for payment:
1. FCHS Structural Work $903.75
2. Franklin County Athletic Facility $740.71
Phase II
Total $1,644.46
Payment of $1,644.46 to Ross-Tarrant, Architects
Motion Passed: Payment of $1,644.46 to Ross-Tarrant, Architects passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.
IV.E.
Superintendent's Activities
Mr. Chance's activities for the month of May are presented for your information.
May 1
- Conducted Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction Staff
- Met with Mary Foster
- Attended Board Meeting
May 2
- Conducted Staff Meeting
- Attended Administrator Meeting
- Attended Architect Interviews
May 3
- Attended Meeting on Internet 2
- Conducted Calendar Committee Meeting
May 4
- Attended Meeting of Strategic Plan Team
May 5
- Met with KDE Food Service Auditors
- Met with Debbie Naylor
May 8
- Conducted Meeting w/Curriculum & Instruction Staff
- Participated in Memorial at Kentucky History Center
- Met with Jami Miller, Janevera Rothenberger
May 9
- Conducted Staff Meeting
- Met with Ryan Asher
May 10
- Met with Kyle Sexton
- Conducted Calendar Committee Meeting
May 11
- Closed on Property at 555 Bridgeport Road
- Attended FCPS Retirement Dinner
May 12
- Met with Randy Thompson (paving)
- Conducted Lunch with PTA Presidents
- Attended Westridge Spring Fling
May 14
- Attended WHHS Band Concert
May 15
- Visited EES, EMS, FCHS, EDC
- Met with Collauna Marley (teacher)
- Attended LPC Hearing
- Attended Board Meeting
May 17
- Visited EES, EMS, FCHS
- Worked with Students at EDC
- Met with Melinda Lewis
- Attended State Journal Academic Banquet
May 19
- Conducted Evaluation Conference with John Vickers
- Conducted Evaluation Conference with Chrissy Jones
- Met with Peg Dickson
- Visited Art Exhibit at Bridgeport Elementary
- Met with James Badgett (substitute)
- Interviewed Applicant for Grant Writing Position
May 21
- Attended WHHS Band Banquet
May 22
- Conducted Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction Staff
- Interviewed Two (2) Candidates for Hearn Principalship
- Met with Judy Lucarelli
- Met with Rebecca Barker
May 23
- Conducted Staff Meeting
- Attended Meeting at EKU on Educational Doctorate
- Attended Retirement Reception for Lynn Russell
May 24
- Interviewed Candidate for Hearn Principalship
May 25
- Interviewed Candidate for Hearn Principalship
- Attended Thornhill Graduation Ceremony
May 26
- Met with Newby Walters (Sherman-Carter-Barnhart)
May 30
- Conducted Staff Meeting
May 31
- Attended OVEC Meeting - Shelbyville
IV.F.
Superintendent's Correspondence
"What Parents Want Award"
KSBA Dues
IV.G.
Superintendent's Personnel Actions
Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information:
1. Certified Employments for 2006-2007
2. Classified Employments for 2006-2007
3. Certified Staff Assignments for 2006-2007
4. Classified Staff Assignments for 2006-2007
5. Personnel Actions for 2005-2006
IV.H.
Reports from School Councils
Reports from the schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your information.
IV.I.
Attendance Report - Months 7-8
V.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is presented for your approval.
Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented
Motion Passed: Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
V.A.
Approve Payment of Bills
Orders of the Treasurer
Date: 06/05/06
Warrant #: 060506
Fund: General Fund/Federal Programs
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: 06/05/06
Warrant #: SFS060506
Fund: School Food Service
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 payment of bills
V.B.
Approve Leaves of Absence
The following employees have requested a Leave of Absence:
1. Melissa Lavin, Peaks Mill 8/14/06-9/27/06
Maternity Leave (Up to 30 days paid)
2. Raye M. Hurley, FCHS 8/16/06-10/9/06
Maternity Leave (Up to 30 days paid)
3. Sarah Kittrell, EMS 5/8/06-Remainder of
2005-2006 School Year
Disability Leave
4. Debbie Naylor, EDC 7/1/06-Indefinite
Disability Leave
5. Teresa Kenndey, Collins Lane
Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) 1/19/06-4/12/06
Approval of the Leaves of Absence as requested above
V.C.
Approve Surplus Property
V.D.
Approve Camp for FCHS Dance Team
V.E.
Approve Part-Time Custodian Position - Collins Lane
V.F.
Approve Creation of Positions - "Students Achieving Success" Program - EMS
V.G.
Approve Fax Lease Agreement - Bridgeport
V.H.
Approve Intern Placement Agreement with Asbury College
V.I.
Approve Sports Posters/Schedule Card Contract - WHHS Athletics
V.J.
Approve Copier Lease Agreement - Bondurant Middle
V.K.
Approve Contract w/Transportation Cabinet for Conference Room Use
V.L.
Approve Contract Agreement w/YMCA for Summer Program
V.M.
Approve MOA with KDE for Sharla Six
V.N.
Approve Contract for Services for Preschool Screenings
V.O.
Approve Overnight Travel to FFA Camp - FCHS FFA
V.P.
Approve Overnight Travel to State FFA Meeting - FCHS FFA
V.Q.
Approve Overnight Travel - FCHS Lady Flyer Basketball Team
V.R.
Approve Out-of-State Travel - William Cofield
V.S.
Approve Out-of-State Travel - Connie Cunningham
V.T.
Approve Out-of-State Travel - Francis Wheatley
V.U.
Approve Out-of-State Travel - Randy Shewmaker
V.V.
Approve Out-of-State Travel to San Antonio, TX - Lonnie Lewis
V.W.
Approve Out-of-State Travel to Germany - Lonnie Lewis
V.X.
Approve Submission of Mathematics Achievement Fund Grant - Collins Lane
V.Y.
Approve Application for Participation in Community Based Work Transition Program
V.Z.
Approve Shortened School Day for Special Ed. Student
V.AA.
Approve Fundraising Activity (06-07) for Bondurant Middle
V.BB.
Approve Stipend for ILT Teacher Leaders
V.CC.
Approve Stipends for Writing Projects at EES
V.DD.
Approve 2006 NSBA Conference for Six Hours of Service Credit
V.EE.
Approve Overnight Travel to Football Camp - FCHS
V.FF.
Approve Copier Maintenance Contract - Thorn Hill
V.GG.
Approve Contract with Dennis Rader to Provide Writing Classes - Thorn Hill
V.HH.
Approve Application for Employer Identification Number - Thorn Hill
V.II.
Approve Workforce Investment Act Grant Application - Thorn Hill
V.JJ.
Approve United Way Application - Thorn Hill
V.KK.
Approve KY Adult Ed. Civics Grant Application - Thornhill
V.LL.
Approve KY Adult Ed. Core Services Grant Application - Thorn Hill
V.MM.
Approve Six (6) Extended Contract Days for Angela Harring
V.NN.
Approve Out-of-State Travel for J.W. Blackburn
V.OO.
Approve Contract for Services with Angela Folczyk
V.PP.
Approve FCHS Textbook Plan for English/Language Arts
V.QQ.
Approve Extended Contract Hours for Extended School Year Staff
V.RR.
Approve Creation of Positions - Bridgeport Summer Program
V.SS.
Approve Reallocation Plans Submitted by School Councils
V.TT.
Create Positions Requested by School Councils
V.UU.
Approve Use of FCPS Buses and Personnel for Franklin County 4-H Camp Trip
VI.
Adjournment
The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be Monday, June 19, 2006, at the Central Office.
That the meeting be adjourned
Motion Passed: That the meeting be adjourned 8:16 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.
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