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I.
Moment of Silence
Welcome to the May 26, 2015, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education.
JCBE Meeting Videos
Audio: 5 26 2015 Board Meeting
Please join us for our traditional moment of silence.
II.
The Pledge of Allegiance
Please join us for the Pledge of Allegiance.
II.A.
Vision Statement
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III.
Recognitions and Resolutions
A. Recognition of Kentucky Science and Engineering Fair Winners from duPont Manual High School
B. Recognition of Maryhurst School and Western Day Treatment, Recipients of the Alternative Program of Distinction Award
C. Recognition of Ann Shapira for Her Outstanding Contribution to the Jefferson County Public School District’s Early Childhood Program
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the recognitions and resolutions for May 26, 2015.
Order #220 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the recognitions and resolutions for May 26, 2015. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Mr. Chuck Haddaway.
III.A.
Recognition of Kentucky Science and Engineering Fair Winners from duPont Manual High School
Mukund, Sanjana, Emily, Sasank, Sumanth, Diya, and Sophia won top honors in the Thirteenth Annual Kentucky Science and Engineering Fair (KY-SEF) held on March 28 at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) in Richmond, Kentucky. The students also won the honor of traveling to the 2015 Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) to participate in the world’s largest precollege science competition with approximately 1,700 other promising young scientists, engineers, and mathematicians.
At the KY-SEF, the duPont Manual High School students competed in 17 different categories. The winners in the statewide science competition received special awards and scholarships.
Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education recognize duPont Manual High School students Mukund Venkatakrishnan, Sanjana Rane, Emily Liu, Sasank Vishnubhatla, Sumanth Chennareddy, Diya Mathur, and Sophia Korner for winning top honors in the Kentucky Science and Engineering Fair.
III.B.
Recognition of Maryhurst School and Western Day Treatment, Recipients of the Alternative Program of Distinction Award
Maryhurst School and Western Day Treatment were designated as Alternative Programs of Distinction by the Kentucky Department of Education for their innovative strategies for meeting the needs of students.
The selection process for the designation included several components—a written proposal detailing the school’s curriculum, instruction, assessment, data analysis, school culture, and leadership as well as an on-site visit by a review team. The on-site visit included a school tour and classroom walk-throughs and interviews with staff, students, and administrators.
The two schools will be formally recognized on June 3 at a Kentucky Board of Education meeting and will receive $1,000 to be used for instructional support.
Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education recognize Maryhurst School and Western Day Treatment for being designated as an Alternative Program of Distinction for alternative education programs.
III.C.
Recognition of Ann Shapira for Her Outstanding Contribution to the District’s Early Childhood Program
Ann made a substantial monetary donation to the Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) District’s Early Childhood Program to purchase books for the district’s young learners this school year and years to come.
Ann grew up with a modest lifestyle in Canada. Even though her family had limited means, her mother gave her a book to read every day. She graduated from high school during the Great Depression and was fortunate to attend McGill University. She learned from this experience and read to both of her children and encouraged them to love reading. Her children went to college and earned degrees.
Ann wants to encourage others to love reading so they can continue their education, and she believes that as long as one can read, he or she can learn anything. She chose to support JCPS because she feels that everyone, not just one particular ethnic group, deserves the chance to learn to read.
Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education recognize Ann Shapira, community partner in education, for her outstanding contribution to the Jefferson County Public School District’s Early Childhood Program.
IV.
Approval of Minutes of Previous Meetings
Pursuant to Board Policy 01.4, the minutes of action taken at every meeting of the Board, setting forth an accurate record of votes and actions at such meetings, shall be promptly recorded, and submitted for approval at the next regularly scheduled meeting, and such records shall be open to public inspection at reasonable times after they have been approved by the Board.
The minutes of the May 11, 2015, regular meeting and May 15 and 16, 2015, special meetings are presented for your review and approval.
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached minutes of the May 11, 2015, regular meeting and May 15 and 16, 2015, special meetings.
Order #221 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached minutes of the May 11, 2015, regular meeting and May 15 and 16, 2015, special meetings. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Dr. Lisa Willner.
V.
Superintendent's Report
VI.
Action Items
VI.A.
Approval of Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2015-16
The Tentative Budget is being submitted for Board approval per KRS 160.470 and JCPS Policy 04.1 Budget Planning and Adoption.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2015-16.
Order #222 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2015-16. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Haddaway and a second by Mrs. Linda Duncan.
VI.B.
Approval of 55,000 Degrees Founding Partner Pledge Renewal
On April 28, 2015, at the request of the Executive Director of 55,000 Degrees (55K), JCPS was asked as a Founding Partner to review our original pledge goals and targets as they may be out of date due to changes in how the graduation rate is calculated.
JCPS has already set strong primary outcome goals for 55K; therefore, most goals will remain unchanged. We took this opportunity to streamline the leading indicators and adjust the target setting calculations for graduation rate and college career readiness.
The graduation target set by the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is 98 percent by 2022; therefore, we increased the graduation rate goal for 55K from 90 percent to 93 percent by 2020 to align with the new targets set by KDE.
Submitted by: Dr. Robert J. Rodosky
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends the Board of Education approve the renewed commitment to the 55,000 Degrees Initiative, including revised JCPS goals and targets contribution to reaching the goals of 55,000 Degrees and Founding Partners.
Order #223 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends the Board of Education approve the renewed commitment to the 55,000 Degrees Initiative, including revised JCPS goals and targets contribution to reaching the goals of 55,000 Degrees and Founding Partners. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Stephanie Horne and a second by Dr. Lisa Willner.
VII.
Information Items
VII.A.
Acceptance of JCPS Certified Evaluation Plan for First Submission and Reading
The Educator Quality Oversight Committee (EQOC) has completed the attached draft of the JCPS Certified Evaluation Plan (CEP) with attention to the requirements and parameters of the Kentucky Professional Growth and Effectiveness System (PGES) in compliance with Kentucky legislative statutes and regulations KRS 156.557 and 704 KAR 3:370 and locally tailored to the needs of our district. Changes in language will be referenced in Article 8 of the JCBE/JCTA agreement.
State law now requires that we include a Local Evaluation Appeals Panel (LEAP) process in compliance with the requirements of KRS 156.557 and 704 KAR 3:370 for any certified professional who wants to appeal his/her summative evaluation.
EQOC will submit the second reading at the June 8, 2015, Board of Education meeting.
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) requires that the local Board of Education approve this plan for submission to the KDE by June 30, 2015.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached JCPS Certified Evaluation Plan for first submission and reading.
Order #224 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached JCPS Certified Evaluation Plan for first submission and reading. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Mr. Chris Brady.
VII.B.
Report on Summer Access and Opportunities
The achievement gap widens more during the summer than any other time of year and accounts for two-thirds of the ninth-grade achievement gap in reading. This loss is completely preventable through a student's involvement in high quality, summer programs.
Members of the Diversity, Equity, and Poverty Department will provide information on summer learning loss, also known as "summer slide," and its effect on student achievement. The staff will share with Board members the number of district summer initiatives that are in place to halt summer learning loss as well as the importance of access to high quality, engaging summer programs.
Submitted by: John Marshall
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive a report on JCPS summer initiatives for halting summer learning loss and closing the opportunity gap.
Order #225 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive a report on JCPS summer initiatives for halting summer learning loss and closing the opportunity gap. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Dr. Lisa Willner.
VIII.
Consent Calendar
Persons requesting to address the Board on a specific agenda item will speak when that item is brought forward.
Speakers who have registered to address the Board of Education on agenda items will be called when that agenda item is brought forward.
Speakers who have registered to address the Board on non-agenda items are heard after the Board has conducted regular business, near the end of the meeting.
Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the Board. At the end of 2–1/2 minutes, a bell will sound once. You will then have 30 seconds to finish your statement. At the end of three minutes, the bell will sound twice, indicating that your time is up.
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the consent calendar for x, 2015.
Order #226 - Motion Passed: A motion that the Board of Education approve the consent calendar for May 26, 2015, minus Agenda Items VIII.P.3. Acceptance of Grant from Norton Healthcare for Activities and Athletics and VIII.R. Approval of Proposed 2015-16 Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline and The Student Bill of Rights passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Mrs. Stephanie Horne.
Order #227 - Motion Passed: A motion that the Board of Education approve Agenda Item VIII.P.3. Acceptance of Grant from Norton Healthcare for Activities and Athletics passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Haddaway and a second by Dr. Lisa Willner.
Order #228 - Motion Passed: A motion that the Board of Education approve Agenda Item VIII.R. Approval of Proposed 2015-16 Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline and The Student Bill of Rights passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Mr. Chuck Haddaway.
VIII.A.
Report of Personnel Actions
Pursuant to KRS 160.380, it is my responsibility to report to the Board of Education routine personnel actions that I have taken that affect certified and classified employment.
These actions have been executed in compliance with all Board of Education policies and state and federal laws.
All positions are Board of Education approved positions.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the attached report of the personnel actions that she has taken per KRS 160.380.
VIII.B.
Certified Leaves of Absence
Pursuant to Kentucky Revised Statutes, leaves of absence must be recommended by the superintendent and approved by the Board of Education.
The following personnel actions are in compliance with federal and state laws and Board policy regarding equal employment opportunities.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the requests for leaves of absence included in the attachment.
VIII.C.
Approval of Job Descriptions
The attached job description for Coordinator Health Promotions is submitted to change the title to District Health Coordinator in order to align with Kentucky regulations.
The attached job description for Telecommunications Technician is submitted to change the title to Field Technician and update the performance responsibilities to meet the current needs of the district.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached job description for Coordinator Health Promotions and Telecommunications Technician.
VIII.D.
Approval of Organizational Charts
The ECE Placement and Assessment organizational chart is submitted to add one (1) Placement Clerk and delete one (1) Clerk I (260 day).
The Physical Development and Health Services organizational chart is submitted to change the title of Coordinator Health Promotions to District Health Coordinator.
The Information Technology organizational chart is submitted to delete one (1) Business Analyst/Developer and add one (1) Software Engineer.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached organizational charts for ECE Placement and Assessment, Physical Development and Health Services, and Information Technology.
VIII.E.
Approval of Field Trip Requests
This is a report of field trip requests submitted to the Board of Education on May 26, 2015.
Administrative Regulation 702 KAR 5:060 requires that the use of common-carrier field trips be approved and cited in Board of Education minutes.
Also included is a report of other field trips approved by the superintendent per Board Policy IICA Field Trips.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached report of field trip requests and receive a report of other field trips approved by the superintendent.
VIII.F.
Approval of Projects, BG-1 Forms, and Assignment of Architects/Engineers
VIII.F.1.
Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for New Entrance Road at Bowen Elementary School
This project is for construction of a new entrance road for Bowen Elementary School. Time does not allow to bid the project under Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) regulations and have the project completed before the start of the 2015-16 school year. The new entrance was proposed to the City of Moorland to modify the traffic patterns at Bowen Elementary School in order to keep the existing rear exit gate open. All KDE procedures for emergency declarations will be followed.
Pursuant to the requirements of KRS 322.010 and 323.010, et al. and the policies and procedures of the Jefferson County Public School District, a certified and licensed architect or engineer is assigned to all projects that modify, renovate, or construct additions to existing buildings.
The architect or engineer is responsible for the proper preparation of all plans, specifications, estimates, and direct supervision during the execution of the construction contract. The architect or engineer will supervise the bid process, as required by the district’s Model Procurement Code, and provide an appropriate written recommendation to the district.
The Kentucky Department of Education requires approval of the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firms of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of BTM Engineering, Inc. as the architect/engineer, and the attached BG-1 form for New Entrance Road at Bowen Elementary, for an estimated project cost of $55,000.
VIII.F.2.
Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Roof Replacement at Farmington Warehouse
This project will provide for the replacement of approximately 23 squares of roofing on the Farmington Warehouse. The warehouse is the central storage for the district’s surplus furniture and equipment as well as the location for the public auction of unused furniture and equipment. Currently, three employees are housed in this location. Patching the roof is no longer an option as it is damaged beyond repair from years of water infiltration. Indoor Air Quality is a concern for those working there.
Pursuant to the requirements of KRS 322.010 and 323.010, et al. and the policies and procedures of the Jefferson County Public School District, a certified and licensed architect or engineer is assigned to all projects that modify, renovate, or construct additions to existing buildings.
The architect or engineer is responsible for the proper preparation of all plans, specifications, estimates, and direct supervision during the execution of the construction contract. The architect or engineer will supervise the bid process, as required by the District’s Model Procurement Code, and provide an appropriate written recommendation to the district.
The Kentucky Department of Education requires approval of the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firms of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of McCulloch Associates Architects and Environmental Concerns (Asbestos/Lead Abatement only) as the architects/engineers, and the attached BG-1 form for Roof Replacement at Farmington Warehouse, for an estimated project cost of $39,535.
VIII.G.
Approval of Construction Change Orders
In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires that all change orders shall be approved by local board action. Change order descriptions are included in the attachment.
Please note that a found condition represents any item not anticipated during the design phase of the project; and owner request can be any item approved by Facilities staff, often with principal input, to enhance the overall project.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends the Board of Education approve the construction change orders included in the attachment.
VIII.H.
Approval of Bid Tabulations, Contract Renewals, and Amendment
In accordance with KRS 45A.45-45A.460, these items represent the lowest and/or best bid for each respective item and/or group of items.
The proposals are public record and are on file for inspection in the Purchasing Department.
Copies of the above-referenced bid tabulations, contract renewals, and amendment are also available on eMeeting.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the following bid tabulations, contract renewals, and amendment:
• Paper (For Materials Production);
• Field Trip Bus Service;
• Safety Shoes/Boots for Men and Women;
• Musical Instruments Repairs;
• Lunchroom Supplies—School Delivery (Non-Food);
• Contract Renewal on Competitive Negotiation for On-Line Payment System;
• Contract Renewal on Flight Training Service;
• Contract Renewal on Part A Self-Insured Motor Vehicle Claims Services and Part B Excess Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance;
• Contract Renewal on Property, Boiler, and Machinery Insurance;
• Contract Renewal on Contractual Services on Garage Equipment;
• Contract Renewal on High School Diplomas; and
• Amendment on Calculators and Accessories.
VIII.I.
Acceptance of Purchase Order Report
This report is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached report of purchase orders issued during the period of April 22 through May 10, 2015.
VIII.J.
Acceptance of Voucher Report
This report is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached report of vouchers paid during the period of April 22 through May 10, 2015.
VIII.K.
Approval of Professional Services Contracts of $5,000 or More
In accordance with Board Policy 01.11 General Powers and Duties of the Board, professional services contracts of $5,000 or more require Board approval.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached professional services contracts of $5,000 or more.
VIII.L.
Acceptance of Monthly Report of Professional Services Contracts of $5,000 or More
This report is provided per Board Policy 01.11 General Powers and Duties of the Board.
Of the $8.4 million in professional services contracts, more than $6.7 million, or 80 percent, were submitted by Academic Services.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the attached Monthly Report of Professional Services Contracts of $5,000 or more.
VIII.M.
Acceptance of Unaudited Monthly Financial Report
This report is provided to the Board per KRS 160.560 and Board Policy 04.31 Fiscal Accounting and Reporting.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the attached Unaudited Financial Report for Period Ended April 30, 2015.
VIII.N.
Approval of Fidelity Bonds for Fiscal Year 2015-16
The Kentucky Department of Education has established the amount of each bond at $2,000,000 based upon the 2014-15 Working Budget and other factors.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Fidelity Bonds for the treasurer and assistant treasurers for fiscal year 2015-16.
VIII.O.
Acceptance of School Activity Fund Budgets
The submission of school activity fund budgets as referenced in the Accounting Procedures for Kentucky School Activity Funds (“Redbook”) is required by 702 KAR 3:130, which also prescribes the FSA-3 form to be used for this purpose, and submitted to the Board for acceptance by the end of May.
As stated in the “Redbook”, district compliance must hold to its minimum standard. However, districts through their local board of education may strengthen and add to any document or procedure that is within the scope of their authority and their responsibility of insuring an accurate accounting for all financial records, as well as insuring school activity funds are expended as intended. Through student participation in school activities, there may be fees collected and fundraisers held for their group to participate in selected activities producing a need to track what is done, thus the need for the Accounting Procedures for Kentucky School Activity Funds (“Redbook”).
A summary of school activity fund budgets is also attached.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the attached school activity fund budgets.
VIII.P.
Acceptance of Grants and Funding
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the grants and funding to various schools and departments as presented in the following agenda items.
VIII.P.1.
Acceptance of Donations and Small Grants
This is a report of donations and small grants submitted to the Board of Education on May 26, 2015.
Schools solicit donations for current needs or a specific purpose or project. Undesignated donations are used at the discretion of the school or the School Based Decision Making (SBDM) Council.
Submitted by: Dr. Robert J. Rodosky
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept donations and small grants totaling $74,631.30 to be used as stated in the attachment.
VIII.P.2.
Acceptance of Community Education Grant from Kentucky Department of Education
The Kentucky Department of Education has awarded the district a $20,000 grant to be used to supplement the salary of a coordinator to administer comprehensive countywide community education programs to expand the utilization of schools for all members of the community.
The funds will be used to cover staff salaries, fringe benefits, and expenditures. JCPS Adult and Continuing Education is responsible for a 25 percent match or $5,000. No additional staffing will be needed to fulfill the terms of this agreement.
The term of the contract is July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016.
Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman
Attachment: KY Doc ID No. PON2 540 1500001506 1
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a $20,000 Community Education Grant from the Kentucky Department of Education and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreement.
VIII.P.3.
Acceptance of Grant from Norton Healthcare for Activities and Athletics
Norton Healthcare is providing a grant to the Jefferson County Public Schools for $195,000 to support a partnership between the district and Kentucky Orthopedic Rehab Team (KORT).
The funds will pay for contract trainers to provide services such as emergency care and athletic training services for student athletes and staff, including rehabilitation for athletes, athletic injury prevention, coordination of medical care of athletes, and insuring that all practice and playing sites are safe.
This funding will impact more than 3,500 students in the following 13 high schools: Butler Traditional High School, Central High Magnet Career Academy, Eastern High School, Fairdale High School, Fern Creek High School, Louisville Male High School, Moore Traditional School, Seneca High School, The Academy @ Shawnee, Southern High School, Valley High School, Waggener High School, and Western High School.
Each school will provide $15,000 for this service. There is no financial obligation to the district beyond the 2015–16 school year.
Submitted by: Dr. Dewey Hensley
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept grant funding totaling $195,000 from Norton Healthcare for Activities and Athletics.
VIII.Q.
Approval to Request Auto Insurance Variance
In 2008, the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) increased the No-Fault Insurance limits for all districts from the state mandated $10,000 to $20,000. This has increased the no-fault insurance exposure of a bus from $660,000 to $1,320,000 and is a cost driver in the auto insurance program.
Jefferson County has been recognized as a national example of no-fault fraud. KDE guidelines provide for waivers of this requirement by districts upon request. JCPS believes the state mandated $10,000 is adequate to address basic claims presented to JCPS and enable claims for amounts greater than $10,000 to be examined for validity.
Approval of this request for variance will help lower JCPS operating costs. KDE has indicated they will support our request for a waiver.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached request for an auto insurance variance to the Kentucky Board of Education and authorize the superintendent to sign same.
VIII.R.
Approval of Proposed 2015-16 Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline and The Student Bill of Rights
The JCPS Code of Acceptable Behavior has been updated to align with revised titles, locations, and to adjust for the new compulsory attendance requirements, which will become effective beginning with the 2015-16 school year pursuant to KRS 159.010 and Board Policy 09.122 Attendance Requirements.
Submitted by: John Marshall
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends the Board of Education waive the first reading and approve the attached proposed 2015-16 Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline and The Student Bill of Rights.
VIII.S.
Acceptance of KETS Third Offer of Assistance for Fiscal Year 2015
The third offer of assistance for Fiscal Year 2015 is $609,120. For Fiscal Year 2015, the total allocation is $4,176,822.
The KETS committee is comprised of district technology leadership and the Director of Financial Planning and Management. The goal of the committee is to oversee the proper use and disbursement of the KETS technology funds. Technology funds are used for various approved projects including the TIP Project (teachers receive a new laptop every five years), staff salaries, school allocations for new technology, start-up technology at Alex R. Kennedy Elementary School and district technology initiatives such as Technoversity and network infrastructure.
The Jefferson County Board of Education has accepted offers of assistance from the Kentucky School Facilities Construction Commission Education Technology Funding Program since the 1993 school year.
The district received $1,532,062 in support of the KETS Program in Fiscal Year 2014; $1,374,624 in Fiscal Year 2013; $1,027,868 in Fiscal Year 2012; $2,036,686 in Fiscal Year 2011; $2,108,238 in Fiscal Year 2010; and $1,798,790 in Fiscal Year 2009 and matched the offers with a like amount of funding.
The funding provides for continuing the program of progress toward meeting the district's unmet need in technology education.
Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor
Attachments
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the third offer of assistance from the Kentucky School Facilities Construction Commission Education Technology Funding Program and authorize the superintendent to commit $609,120 in local funds to the education technology restricted account to match the offer.
IX.
Board Reports, Requests, and Planning Calendar
IX.A.
2014-15 Board of Education Discussion Agenda Planning Calendar
A year-long list of selected Board of Education discussion agenda items has been compiled for use by the Board and administrative staff. The list includes activities for action and discussion throughout this fiscal year.
It is anticipated that staff will use this list to avoid scheduling conflicts, improve coordination and support of activities, enhance planning, and increase awareness of upcoming board meeting activities.
Attachment
Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items to occur during the 2014–15 fiscal year.
Order #229 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items to occur during the 2014–15 fiscal year. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Dr. Lisa Willner.
X.
Persons Requesting to Address the Board on Non-Agenda Items
Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the Board.
At the end of 2–1/2 minutes, a bell will sound once. You will then have 30 seconds to finish your statement.
At the end of three minutes, the bell will sound twice, indicating that your time is up.
XI.
Executive Session (If Needed)
XII.
Adjournment
A recommendation to adjourn the May 26, 2015, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at xxx p.m.
Order #230 - Motion Passed: A recommendation to adjourn the May 26, 2015, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at 9:57 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Mr. David Jones.
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