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I.
Call to Order
In light of the Governor having declared a state of emergency within the Commonwealth on March 6, 2020, as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak and in compliance with guidance issued by the Executive Branch on March 12 and 16, 2020, regarding the conduct of meetings of state boards and commissions during the emergency period, this meeting will be conducted by video-teleconference and available for live public viewing at the following link: JCBE MEETING VIDEO
Members of the public will have the opportunity to voice opinions or express concerns by submitting remarks via email. Remarks should be limited to 500 words or less and sent to the Assistant Secretary to the Board (angela.gilpin@jefferson.kyschools.us) for dissemination purposes prior to the meeting. Public remarks will be shared with each Board member and recorded in the Official Minutes.
II.
Recommendation for Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
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 21, 2020, Tax Rate Hearing, May 21, 2020, Special Meeting, and May 26, 2020, Special Meeting are submitted for your review and approval.
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the minutes of the May 21, 2020, Tax Rate Hearing, May 21, 2020, Special Meeting, and May 26, 2020, Special Meeting.
Order #2020-77 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the minutes of the May 21, 2020, Tax Rate Hearing, May 21, 2020, Special Meeting, and May 26, 2020, Special Meeting. The recommendation passed with a motion by Dr. Corrie Shull and a second by Mr. James Craig.
III.
Consent Calendar
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the consent calendar for June 9, 2020.
Order #2020-78 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the consent calendar for June 9, 2020. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Mrs. Linda Duncan.
III.A.
Recommendation for Approval of Job Descriptions
The attached job description changes are submitted to create better efficiency in the District.
Submitted by: Jimmy Adams
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached job descriptions.
III.B.
Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts
The attached organizational chart changes are submitted to create better efficiency in the District.
Submitted by: Jimmy Adams
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached organization chart changes.
III.C.
Recommendation for Approval of Professional Services Contracts of $20,000 or More
In accordance with Board Policy 01.11 General Powers and Duties of the Board, professional services contracts of $20,000 or more require Board approval.
This item supports Vision 2020 Strategy 3.1.4 Ensure responsible stewardship of resources.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachments
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached professional services contracts of $20,000 or more.
III.D.
Acceptance of Funding from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation
Charities Aid Foundation of America donated $2500.00 to support the Build a Bed Program.
Submitted by: Amy Dennes
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept funding totaling $2500.00 from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation to be used as stated in the rationale.
III.E.
Recommendation for Approval of Visual and Performing Arts Mini-Grant Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education
The Kentucky Department of Education has awarded a $7,500 Visual and Performing Arts Mini Grant to Slaughter Elementary School.
Funding will be used for multiple artist residencies to provide students with access to Arts Integration experiences. The project goal is to create a comprehensive arts integration program that serves all students in the school and provides experiences in dance, drama, music, and the visual arts.
The comprehensive arts integration program will be based on the Kentucky Academic Standards for the Visual and Performing Arts. Students will learn simple analysis and critique of the arts, actively share their work with others, make connections between the arts and their own personal experiences, and investigate how the arts convey meaning and reflect diverse human experiences.
This project aligns with Vision 2020 strategy 1.1.7, eliminating achievement, learning and opportunity gaps.
Matching funds are not required.
Submitted by: Dr. Devon Horton
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Grant Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education and authorize the Superintendent to sign same.
III.F.
Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education for the Release of JCPS Employees
The Kentucky Department of Education has requested that the following JCPS employees be released on Memorandum of Agreement from July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021:
Cassaundra Watkins, Education Recovery Leader
Heather Ranson, Educational Consultant
Shannon Stone, Educational Recovery Specialist
Kristen Thomas, Educational Recovery Specialist
Erin Basham, Educational Recovery Specialist
Deloreon Burton, Educational Recovery Leader
Kanna Edison, Educational Recovery Specialist
Tonya Holt, Educational Recovery Leader
Roger Kissling, Educational Recovery Specialist
Sara McCutcheon, Educational Recovery Leader
Irina McGrath, Educational Recovery Specialist
Fanesha McPherson Jones, Educational Recovery Leader
Amy Stevens, Educational Recovery Specialist
Pam Bale, Educational Recovery Leader
Damien Sweeney, Comprehensive Coordinator for School Counseling
Judi Vanderhaar, Education Administration Program Consultant
Peggy Williford, Health Science/ Law & Public Safety Consultant
Kerri Gray, Education Recovery Specialist
Jessica Simpson, Education Recovery Specialist
Submitted by: James Adams
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreements with the Kentucky Department of Education and authorize the superintendent to sign same.
III.G.
Acceptance of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund
This award, in the amount of $30,378,113, is through the CARES Act Education Stabilization Fund through the U.S. Department of Education. The CARES Act provides additional flexibilities for states and local education agencies to respond to the COVID-19 emergency.
This agenda item supports Vision 2020 strategy 3.1.4 Ensure responsible stewardship of resources.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept the attached award notification from the Kentucky Department of Education for Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund.
III.H.
Acceptance of 21st Century Community Learning Center Grants from the Kentucky Department of Education for ESL Newcomer Academy, Foster Traditional Academy, Iroquois High School, and Minors Lane and Slaughter Elementary Schools
The Kentucky Department of Education has awarded a 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) grant for five schools in the District. Each school will receive $150,000 for the school year 2020-21.
The attached agreement is for the first year of the program at ESL Newcomer Academy, Foster Traditional Academy, and Slaughter Elementary, second year of the program for Iroquois and the third year of the program for Minors Lane. Additional agreements will be required for future program years.
21st CCLC will provide academic, artistic, and cultural enrichment for students after school and during the summer. This funding will provide a full-time on-site coordinator, extended service time for teachers, instructional assistants, and contractual costs with enrichment partners. In addition, the funding will also cover transportation costs for after-school transportation and transportation for the summer program.
The project directly supports Vision 2020 strategies 1.1.3, 1.1.5 and 1.1.7.
Submitted by: Dr. John Marshall
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept $750,000 from the Kentucky Department of Education and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached contract.
III.I.
Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Louisville for Childcare Enrichment Programs
The Jefferson County Public School District and the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) of Greater Louisville jointly operate the Childcare Enrichment Program (CEP), a before and after-school childcare program to enable the children of working families to participate in a variety of physical, cultural, educational, and social activities. The District currently operates 48 CEP sites serving more than 3,000 children on a daily basis.
The attached Memorandum of Agreement ensures our ability to continue the current program and allows for expansion if the student need is apparent.
This agreement shall be effective from July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2021, and is renewable on a yearly basis.
Submitted by: Dr. John Marshall
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with the Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Louisville for the continued operation of the joint Jefferson County Public Schools/YMCA Childcare Enrichment Program and authorize the superintendent to sign same.
IV.
Enter into Closed Executive Session for Discussions Regarding Superintendent Evaluation
The purpose of this executive meeting include a preliminary discussion relating to the 2019–20 Evaluation of the Superintendent pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(k) and KRS 156.557(6)(c).
Order #2020-79 - Motion Passed: A motion to enter executive session to discuss the summative evaluation of the superintendent as permitted by KRS 61.810(1)(k) of the Open Meetings Act and KRS 156.557 passed with a motion by Mr. Joseph Marshall and a second by Mr. James Craig.
V.
Adjourn from Executive Session
A motion that the Board of Education adjourn from Executive Session and return to Open Session
Order #2020-80 - Motion Passed: A motion that the Board of Education adjourn from Executive Session and return to Open Session passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Mrs. Linda Duncan.
VI.
Adjournment
A motion to adjourn the June 9 meeting of the Board of Education
Order #2020-81 - Motion Passed: A motion to adjourn the June 9 meeting of the Board of Education at 8:27 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Dr. Corrie Shull.
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