Hopkins County
January 30, 2023 5:30 PM
Hopkins County Regular Board Meeting
1. CALL TO ORDER
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Shannon Embry, Chairman, will call the meeting to order.

1.A. Pledge; Moment of Silence; Mission Statement--Unite as one team to learn and inspire.
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Board members will lead the pledge to the flag.

1.B. Adoption of Agenda
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board approve the agenda as outlined.

Recommended Motion

Approval of the agenda as outlined

2. STUDENT/STAFF PRESENTATIONS AND/OR RECOGNITION
2.A. Superintendent and Staff
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Amy Smith, Superintendent
January Board Member Appreciation Month


Wade Williams, KY State Representative
 
Presentation of Community Service Award and Employee Recognitions

SBDM Reports

GES - Kelcey Postlewait
HES - Matt Beshear
SES - Erika Stark
WBES - Wendy Eaves

Wendy Mitchell, Director of Elementary Instruction and Early Childhood
2022-2023 Comprehensive District and School Improvement Plans (CDIP and CSIP)

3. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (DIALOGUE, NO ACTION)
3.A. School Calendar
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NO SCHOOL
February 20, 2023, President's Day
April 3-7, 2023, Spring Break

CENTRAL OFFICE CLOSED

April 6-7, 2023, Spring Break

4. COMMUNICATION
4.A. Public Comment
5. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (CONSENT-ACTION)
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board approve the consent items as listed.

Recommended Motion

Approval of the listed consent items

5.A. Approval of Minutes, Bills, and Salaries
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It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of January 9, 2023, and the Special Called board meeting minutes from January 17, 2023, and the bills and salaries for the month of February 2023. 

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5.B. Approval of Treasurer's Report
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It is recommended the Board approve the Treasurer's report for the month of December 2022.

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5.C. Approval of Leaves of Absence
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It is recommended the Board approve the following leaves of absence.

1.   Employee #7902, JMMS, Teacher, Family Medical Leave effective January 17, 2023, not to exceed sixty
      (60) days.
2.   Employee #6313, GES, Custodian, Family Medical Leave effective December 29, 2022, not to exceed
      sixty (60) days.
3.   Employee #8255, MNHHS, CIA, return from Maternity Leave effective January 4, 2023.
4.   Employee #5302, ADT, Teacher, Family Medical Leave effective January 11, 2023, not to exceed sixty
      (60) days.
5.   Employee #7027, BSMS, Teacher, Non-paid Leave effective May 04, 2023, not to exceed the
      remainder of the 2022-2023 school year.
6.   Employee #6499, WBES, Teacher, Family Medical Leave effective April 24, 2023, not to exceed sixty
      (60) days.
7.   Employee #7310, PES, Teacher, Maternity Leave effective January 17, 2023, not to exceed the
      remainder of the 2022-2023 school year.
8.   Employee #7040, HCCHS, Teacher, Maternity Leave effective April 29, 2023, not to exceed the
      remainder of the 2022-2023 school year.
9.   Employee #4583, GES, Teacher, Intermittent Family Medical Leave effective January 16, 2023, not to
      exceed sixty (60) days.
10. Employee #6552, BSMS, Teacher, Correction from January 9, 2023, Board Minutes.
      Intermittent Family Medical Leave effective January 9, 2023, not to exceed sixty (60) days.
11. Employee #6782, MNHHS, Teacher, return from Maternity Leave effective January 17, 2023.
12. Employee 6801, HES, Teacher, Maternity Leave effective March 21, 2023, not to exceed the remainder
      of the 2022-2023 school year.
13. Employee #5297, JMMS, Teacher, Intermittent Family Medical Leave effective January 23, 2023, not to
      exceed sixty (60) days.

5.D. Approval of Out of District/Overnight Trips
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It is recommended the Board approve the following out of district, overnight, or non-school sponsored events as requested by the principal of the school, subject to date rescheduling as necessary.

1.   BSMS, 7th Grade, Reward Trip, Evansville, IN, March 2, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
2.   BSMS, 6th Grade, Reward Trip, Evansville, IN, March 2, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
3.   HCCHS, Girls Basketball, Tournament, Owensboro, KY, January 12-15, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
4.   HCCHS, Cheer, National Competition, Nashville, TN/Orlando, FL, February 8-14, 2023. Travel by school
      bus to Nashville Airport. Fly to Florida.
5.   HCCHS, Softball, Game, Clarksville, TN, March 21, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
6.   HCCHS, Dance, Competition, Eminence, KY, February 24-25, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
7.   MNHHS, Winter Guard, Competition, Mt. Juliet, TN, February 4, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
8.   MNHHS, Cheer, National Competition, Nashville, TN/Orlando, FL, February 9-14, 2023. Travel by school
      bus to Nashville Airport. Fly to Florida.
9.   MNHHS, Boys Track, Track Meet, Oakland City, IN, February 24, 2023.  Travel by school vehicle.
10  MNHHS, Boys Basketball, Game, Evansville, IN, February 17, 2023.  Travel by school bus. 
11. MNHHS, Dance, National Competition, Nashville, TN/Orlando, FL, March 2-5, 2023. Travel by school
      vehicle to Nashville Airport. Fly to Florida.
12. MNHHS, Winter Guard, Competition, Spring Hill, TN, March 4, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
13. MNHHS, BETA, Leadership Summit, Gatlinburg, TN, March 8-10, 2023.  Travel by school vehicle. 
14. MNHHS, Winter Guard, Competition, Columbia, TN, March 18, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
15. MNHHS, Baseball, Games, Winchester, KY, April 2-4, 2023.  Travel by school bus. 
16. MNHHS, JROTC, Competition, Columbus, OH, March 10-11, 2023.  Travel by school vehicles.
17. MNHHS, Band, Band Performance, Bowling Green, KY, January 26-28, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
18. MNHHS, Band, All State Band Conference, Louisville, KY, February 8-11, 2023.  Travel by school
      vehicle. 
19. MNHHS, Band, Quad State Band Performance, Murray, KY, February 23-25, 2023.  Travel by school
      bus.
20. SHMS, Dance, Competition, Eminence, KY, February 25-26, 2023.  Travel by school vehicle. 

5.E. Approval of KETS Payment of Invoice(s)
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It is recommended the Board pay the following invoices from Kentucky Technology Trust Fund (KETS).

1.  Encore, $107,100.00, Chromebook refresh throughout the district. 

5.F. Approval of Payment of Invoice(s)
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It is recommended the Board approve to pay the following invoice(s).

1.  American Engineers, Inc., $3,609.00, Geotechnical/Inspections and Testing Reports for new high school
     auxiliary gyms.  To be paid from BG22-408.
2.  Sherwin Williams, $9,070.09, construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from BG20-
     129.
3.  MAK Steel Services, $12,762.00, construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from
     BG20-129.
4.  KRM Supply, $15,700.00, construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from BG20-129.
5.  Porter Athletics, $34,736.00, construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from BG20-
     129.
6.  Blue Mountain Co., $56,195.08, construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from BG20-
     129.
7.  Winsupply Owensboro, $418.84, construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from
     BG20-129.
8.  Insulation Supply Co., $4,192.45, construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from
     BG20-129.
9.  A&K Construction, $421,319.00,  construction on new Hanson Elementary School, to be paid from
     BG20-129.

5.G. Approval for Schools to Apply for Grants
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It is recommended the Board approve for schools to apply for the following grant(s).

1.  MNHHS, Ag Innovations Grant, $10,000, to be used to purchase shop equipment to help continue
     partnership with Habitat for Humanity. 
2.  PES, Courtyard of Curiosity, Golden Poppy's Academic Discovery and Hands-on Virtual Environment and
     Curriculum STEM Grant, up to $10,000, to be used for innovative efficiencies for the classroom and STEM
     Pathways.
3.  WHS, Archery, NASP Equipment Grant, $200, to be used for the Archery Program. 

5.H. Approval of School Activity Fundraiser(s)
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It is recommended the Board approve the following activity fundraiser(s).

1.  WBES, PTO, Valentine Grams, proceeds to be used for supplemental and educational supplies.
2.  WBES, PTO, Country Meats Beef Stick Sales, proceeds to be used for supplemental and educational
     supplies.

5.I. Approval of the 2022-2023 Comprehensive District and School Improvement Plans (CDIP and CSIP)
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It is recommended the Board approve the 2022-2023 Comprehensive District and School Improvement Plans (CDIP and CSIP) as presented by Wendy Mitchell, Director of Elementary Instruction and Early Childhood. 

5.J. Approval of the 2023-2024 Draft Budget
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It is recommended the Board approve the 2023-2024 draft budget as presented.

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5.K. Approval of Contract with West Kentucky Educational Cooperative for Strategic Planning Consulting Services
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It is recommended the Board approve the contract with West Kentucky Educational Cooperative for Strategic Planning Consulting Services. Contract date is February 1, 2023-June 30, 2024.

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5.L. Approval of Ricoh Copier Lease Agreement for West Hopkins School
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It is recommended the Board approve the Ricoh Copier Lease Agreement for West Hopkins School.

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5.M. Ricoh Copier Lease Agreement for Hopkins County Central High School
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It is recommended the Board approve the Ricoh Copier Lease Agreement for Hopkins County Central High School.

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6. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (ACTION LIKELY)
6.A. Personnel
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Review of the Personnel Report of changes that have been made by the Superintendent since January 9, 2023. 

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7. Any Other Old/or New Business
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7.A. Review of Special Permission Transfer Guidelines Procedure 09.11 AP.22
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It is recommended the Board review the Special Permission Transfer Guidelines Procedure 09.11 AP.22.

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8. BOARD CALENDAR
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Review Board Meeting Dates
Tuesday, February 21, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.
Monday, March 6, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.
Monday, March 20, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.
Monday, April 17, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.
Monday, May 1, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.
Monday, May 15, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.
Monday, June 12, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.
Monday, June 26, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Central Administration Office, 5:30 pm.

9. ADJOURNMENT
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board adjourn until the next regular scheduled board meeting on February 21, 2023. 

Recommended Motion

Motion to adjourn until the next regular scheduled board meeting on February 21, 2023,