Jefferson County
December 15, 2020 6:00 PM
Special Meeting
I. Call to Order
Rationale

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.

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II. Acceptance of Update on District Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Rationale

In response the COVID-19 pandemic, JCPS students have spent the first semester of this academic year learning remotely under Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI). District leadership has closely monitored data regarding COVID-19 in our community, and has then relied upon evolving guidance from local, state, and national officials for an appropriate response for PreK-12 education. Throughout, the Superintendent has provided regular updates to the Board and community about the pandemic and the planning and implementation of the District’s response.

As this semester comes to an end, and we look forward to the new year, significant developments in the state and national response to the COVID-19 pandemic are becoming evident. In order to keep the Board fully informed, this Information Item will address three areas where new developments have arisen, or are forthcoming:

  • The recent decision by the Kentucky High School Athletic Association regarding the start of practices and games for Winter Interscholastic athletics, as well as the District response.
  • Information about plans, being developed by the District in collaboration with local public health officials, for the vaccination of educators, as COVID-19 vaccines become available.
  • New guidance for school districts from Governor Andy Beshear regarding parameters for the recommencement of in-person learning, which is expected to be announced by the Governor on Monday, December 14, 2020.

Submitted by: Amy Dennes

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update regarding the District response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Actions Taken

Order #2020-183 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update regarding the District response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Joseph Marshall and a second by Mr. James Craig.

III. Adjournment
Actions Taken

Order #2020-184 - Motion Passed:  A motion to adjourn the December 15, 2020, meeting at 7:29 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. Chris Brady and a second by Mr. Joseph Marshall.