Hopkins County
May 01, 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 
Present the "Remember Your Why" Award to Sarah Neathery, Pride Elementary Teacher

3. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (DIALOGUE, NO ACTION)
3.A. School Calendar
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CENTRAL OFFICE CLOSED
May 29, 2023, Memorial Day

HOPKINS COUNTY SCHOOLS ACADEMY GRADUATION
Thursday, May 18, 2023, 6:00 p.m. at Hopkins County Central High School

HOPKINS COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
Awards Ceremony, Sunday, May 21, 2023, 2:00 p.m.
Baccalaureate, Sunday, May 21, 2023, 6:00 p.m.
Graduation, Tuesday, May 23, 2023, 7:00 p.m.

MADISONVILLE NORTH HOPKINS HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
Awards Ceremony, Thursday, May 18, 2023, 1:00 p.m.
Baccalaureate, Sunday, May 21, 2023, 6:00 p.m.
Graduation, Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 7:00 p.m.

LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
May 24, 2023

CLOSING DAY FOR TEACHERS
May 25, 2023

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 April 18, 2023, board meeting and the bills and salaries for the month of May 2023.

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

1. Employee #4878, GES, Teacher, return from Family Medical Leave effective March 27, 2023.
2. Employee #5445, JSES, CIA, return from Extended Disability Leave effective April 10, 2023.
3. Employee #6182, HES, Teacher, Family Medical Leave effective April 17, 2023, not to exceed up to
    twelve (12) weeks.
4. Employee #5173, SHMS, Vice Principal, Family Medical Leave effective April 17, 2023, not to exceed up to
    twelve (12) weeks.
5. Employee #8307, JSES, CIA, Maternity Leave effective April 17, 2023, not to exceed the remainder of the
    2022-2023 school year.

5.C. 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. HCCHS, Soccer, Danville, KY, Soccer Camp, June 21-24, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
2. HCCHS, Boys Soccer, Lexington, KY, Soccer Camp, July 10-13, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
3. HCCHS, Boys Basketball, Lexington, KY, Camp, June 4-6, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
4. MNHHS, African American Studies Group, Nashville, TN, Museum of African American Music, May 19,
    2023.  Travel by school bus.
5. MNHHS, JROTC, Santa Claus, IN, Rewards Trip, May 20, 2023.  Travel by school bus.
6. MNHHS, Football, Richmond, KY, Camp, July 21-22, 2023.  Travel by school bus.   

5.D. 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 Technologies, $16,042.50, chromeboxes for Odysseyware Labs.

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

1.  Marcum Engineering, LLC, $17,640.00, engineering services for HCCHS fire pump, to be paid from 
     BG23-278.
2.  Ronald Johnson & Associates, PSC, $4,250.00, mapping and surveying for HCCHS fire pump, to be paid
     from BG23-278.

5.F. 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. BSMS, Innovation Circle Grant, up to $1,000, to be used for professional development and resources for
    English Language Learners.
2. BSMS, Youth Literacy Grant, undetermined amount, to be used for science library books, monarch
    waystation, school community garden, and small greenhouse. 

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

1.  BSMS, PBIS, sale of clothing and merchandise, to be used for Bear Buck Redemption, PBIS trips, and 
     school assemblies.
2.  WHS, PTO, Family Fun Night, proceeds to be used for school needs, rewards, and activities.
3.  WHS, PTO, Spring Silent Auction, proceeds to be used for school needs, rewards, and activities. 

5.H. Approval of Family Resource Youth Service Center (FRYSC) Budget for the 2023-2024 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve the Family Resource Youth Service Center (FRYSC) budget for the 2023-2024 school year.

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5.I. Approval to Accept Bids for Uniforms and Mop Services, Fire Alarm Company, and Gym Floor Finishing for the 2023-2024 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve to accept bids for uniforms and mop services, fire alarm company, and gym floor finishing for the 2023-2024 school year.

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5.J. Review Petitions Submitted for Early Enrollment to Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 School Year and Take Action Based on Policy 09.121 AP 21.
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It is recommended the Board review the petitions submitted for early enrollment to Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year and take action based on policy 09.121 AP 21. 

5.K. Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Green River Regional Educational Cooperative for Project Access
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It is recommended the Board approve the Memorandum of Agreement with Green River Regional Educational Cooperative for Project Access.

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5.L. Approval to Create Director of Athletics and Special Programs Position
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It is recommended the Board approve to create Director of Athletics and Special Programs position.

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5.M. Approval of the 2023-2024 Certified Evaluation Plan
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It is recommended the Board approve the 2023-2024 Certified Evaluation Plan.

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5.N. Approval of Student Fees for the 2023-2024 School Year
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It is recommended the Board approve student fees for the 2023-2024 school year. 

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6. STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES (ACTION LIKELY)
6.A. Personnel
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Review of personnel changes made by the Superintendent since April 18, 2023.

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7. BOARD CALENDAR
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Review Board Meeting Dates
Monday, May 15, 2023, HCBOE Board Meeting, Hopkins County Career and Technology Center, 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.

8. ADJOURNMENT
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It was moved by ______, second by ______, that the Board adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on May 15, 2023. 


After a short break, the Board will move into a work session.  No action will be taken.

Recommended Motion

Motion to adjourn until the next scheduled meeting on May 15, 2023,