Jefferson County
February 15, 2022 6:00 PM
Business Meeting
I. Moment of Silence
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Meetings are streamed live and archived through the District's YouTube channel at the following link:JCBE Meeting Videos

 

This meeting will be conducted via video-teleconference pursuant to KRS 61.823 and KRS 61.826. The primary location for this meeting and where all members can be seen and heard by the public will be Stewart Auditorium in the VanHoose Education Center. Members of the Board are permitted to attend in-person or via video-teleconference pursuant to KRS 61.826. Members of the public may attend in-person or watch the live-stream.

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II. The Pledge of Allegiance
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Please join us for the Pledge of Allegiance.


II.A. Vision Statement
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III. Recognitions and Resolutions
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Actions Taken

Order #2022-33 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the Recognitions. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Ms. Sarah McIntosh.

III.A. Recognition of Black History Month & JCPS Black Employee Resource Group
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JCPS is celebrating Black History Month throughout February through a variety of lessons, programs, and events. 

The celebration of Black history began in 1925 as a week-long celebration of black history and achievements by Carter G. Woodson. Today, it is a month-long celebration of the histories, cultures, impact and contributions of Black Americans.

We would also like to highlight the District's Black Employee Resource Group. Their mission is to serve and empower the Black community while sharing their values and strengths as a way to promote diversity within the entire JCPS community.

Please join me in congratulating this group on their hard work and commitment to continually improving the District.  

Submitted by Amy Dennes


Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education recognize Black History Month & the JCPS Black Employee Resource Group.

III.B. Recognition of National School Counseling Week and National FRYSC Week
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Last week, JCPS celebrated our School Counselors and FRYSCs (Family Resource and Youth Service Center coordinators) during the group's national weeks of recognition.

Throughout this pandemic, our School Counselors have stepped up tremendously in providing critical counseling supports to students, families and staff while managing their own personal response to the pandemic. Mental health and advocacy services continue to be a focus of our School Counselors at all levels. 

Similar to our School Counselors, our FRYSCs continue to provide unparalleled supports to our students and families. 

In 1990, the state developed Family Resource and Youth Services Centers with the landmark Kentucky Reform Act to remove barriers for students’ educational success. Today, they are recognized as the nation’s largest school-based family support initiative. The centers are designed to address the needs of children by developing partnerships with school, family, and community in order to help all public school students reach proficiency.

Nearly 1.5 million services were offered to JCPS families and students through FRYSCs in the last fiscal year, including:

  • Nearly 582,000 academic supports (assisting families with Chromebooks, ECE and EL supports, and kindergarten readiness)
  • More than 170,000 mental health/counseling services (including for bullying, suicide risks, crisis and grief, substance abuse and recovery programs)
  • Almost 90,000 basic need requests (referrals and information on food, clothing, shelter and utility assistance)
  • Over 350,000 health needs (everything from information and referrals for Medicaid and insurance, to vision and immunization needs, to school physicals and telehealth assistance)
  • And nearly 270,000 other interventions and supports (after school and child care, referrals for housing/ eviction assistance and unemployment information)

Please join me in congratulating these groups on their incredible efforts to help our students and families succeed and thrive. 

Submitted by Amy Dennes 

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education recognize National School Counseling Week and National FRYSC Week

III.C. Recognition of the District’s “Stuff The Bus” Campaign for Western Kentucky
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After devastating tornadoes hit Western Kentucky, communities across the country and the world came together to support those impacted by the storms. Jefferson County Public Schools organized a “Stuff The Bus” campaign with the goal to fill one bus full of donations. Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Louisville community and beyond, the District far surpassed that goal and filled 20 buses.

More than 40 JCPS bus drivers, maintenance workers, housekeeping staff, and other employees volunteered to transport the donations to Hardin County on Tuesday, December 21. They gave up a day off to deliver the donations and sort them at the old Hardin County Middle School. It’s currently being used as an overflow facility due to the overwhelming response from all over the Commonwealth.

Please join me in congratulating this amazing group of employees! 

Submitted by Amy Dennes

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education recognize the “Stuff The Bus” Campaign for Western Kentucky and the community support that made it so successful.

III.D. Recognition of the District’s “Take What You Can Tote” event on December 11, 2021
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The District’s Clothing Assistance Program (CAP) pulled off another incredible “Take What You Can Tote” event on Saturday, December 11. This annual clothing giveaway offered all sorts of items including pants, shirts, shoes, purses, toys, and accessories. CAP was able to help more than 600 people at this year’s event. 

Please join me in congratulating CAP on providing this amazing service to the community. 

Submitted by Amy Dennes

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education recognize the 15th District Parent Teacher Association (PTA) “That What You Can Tote” event and the Clothing Assistance Program team who made it happen.

IV. Recommendation for Approval of Meeting Agenda
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The Superintendent shall consult with the Board Chairperson to ensure that an agenda is prepared for all regular and special meetings of the Board. For special meetings, the Board shall consider only those matters which are listed on the agenda.

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the agenda for January 11, 2022.

Actions Taken

Order #2022-34 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the agenda for February 15, 2022. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Joseph Marshall and a second by Mr. James Craig.

V. Recommendation for Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
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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 February 1, 2022, regular meeting are presented for your review and approval.

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the minutes of the February 1, 2022, regular meeting.

Actions Taken

Order #2022-35 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the minutes of the February 1, 2022, regular meeting. The recommendation passed with a motion by Dr. Christopher Kolb and a second by Ms. Sarah McIntosh.

VI. Superintendent's Report
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In addition to the Superintendent’s regular report, there is an attachment with a set of administrative procedures for review in order to support the District's focus on organizational coherence.

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VII. Persons Requesting to Address the Board on Action Items or Consent Calendar Items to be Voted Upon Separately at Board Member Request
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  • Speakers before the entire board are not allowed to use props, displays, or any other objects during the presentations. However, informational handouts may be given to security for distribution prior to or following the meeting.
  • Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the board and may not share these minutes with any other speaker.
  • 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.
  • The superintendent will look into the speakers’ issues and, if necessary, represent the board in following up or recommend action to the board.
  • The full Board Policy concerning public participation in open meetings is available for viewing on our Online Policy Manual.

VIII. Action Items
IX. Information Items
IX.A. Acceptance of Racial Equity Update
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The information session will evidence the strategies and tools we are using to stay focused on the work of racial equity. Strategies and documents are used throughout the District at all levels.

Submitted by: Dr. John Marshall

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JCPS Envision Equity Scorecard

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update on Racial Equity.

Actions Taken

Order #2022-36 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update on Racial Equity. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Joseph Marshall and a second by Mr. James Craig.

IX.B. Acceptance of New Way Forward Update
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This work session will provide the Board with an update regarding the implementation of the COVID-19 mitigation strategies and next steps.

This session will include data on testing efforts for both students and employees. 

Submitted by: Amy Dennes

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update on New Way Forward.

Actions Taken

Order #2022-37 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update on New Way Forward. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Mr. James Craig.

IX.C. Acceptance of Research on Bell (Start) Times
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This informational item will provide the Board with an update regarding research around start times. The experiences of several districts will be discussed.

Submitted by: Dena Dossett

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update on research around bell (start) times.

Actions Taken

Order #2022-38 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive an update on research around bell (start) times. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Dr. Christopher Kolb.

X. Consent Calendar
Actions Taken

Order #2022-39 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the consent calendar for February 15, 2022. The recommendation passed with a motion by Dr. Corrie Shull and a second by Ms. Sarah McIntosh.

X.A. Report of Certified Leaves
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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. Aimee Green-Webb

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the requests for leaves of absence included in the attachment.

X.B. Report of Personnel Actions
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Pursuant to KRS 160.380, it is the responsibility of staff to report to the Board of Education routine personnel actions 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. Aimee Green-Webb

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached report of personnel actions that he has taken per KRS 160.380.

X.C. Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts and/or Job Descriptions
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X.C.1. Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts and/or Job Descriptions – Academic Schools
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The attached organizational chart(s) and/or job description(s) changes are submitted to create better efficiency in the District. Each division has been listed as a subset of this agenda item.

Submitted by: Dr. Aimee Green-Webb

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached organizational chart(s) and/or job description(s).

X.C.2. Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts and/or Job Descriptions – Operations Services
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The attached organizational chart(s) and/or job description(s) changes are submitted to create better efficiency in the District. Each division has been listed as a subset of this agenda item.

Submitted by: Dr. Aimee Green-Webb

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached organizational chart(s) and/or job description(s).

X.D. Recommendation for Approval of Field Trip Request
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This is a report of field trip requests submitted to the Board of Education on February 15, 2022.

Administrative Regulation 702 KAR 5:060 requires that the use of common-carrier field trips be approved and cited in Board of Education minutes.

Submitted by: Chris Perkins

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached report of field trip requests and receive a report of other field trips approved by the superintendent.

X.E. Recommendation for Approval of Bids and Revised BG-1 Forms
X.E.1. Recommendation for Approval of Bid and Revised BG-1 Form for Phase I HVAC Renovation at Central High School Magnet Career Academy
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This project will replace the entire HVAC system, electrical switchgear, partial roof replacement, security, fire alarm, ceilings and lights. Exterior windows and minor building renovations may occur.

On July 27, 2021, the Board of Education approved Studio Kremer Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 22-001.

The Kentucky Department of Education, Division of Facilities Management, reviewed the Application for a Building Project, plans and specifications, and approved the taking of bids.

Bids were received, publicly opened, and read aloud in the Office of Facility Planning on January 25, 2022.  The bid tabulation is attached.

This item requests approval to award contracts to the low bidders of facility construction projects and reject bids deemed unacceptable in accordance with KRS 162.070.

The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Chris Perkins

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education award a contract to Redlee Construction & Development, Inc. for Phase I HVAC Renovation at Central High School Magnet Career Academy for the low base bid of $29,236,000; reject Alternates 2 and 6; accept Alternates 1, 4, and 5 for a total bid of $29,630,000; and approve the attached revised BG-1 form for $33,321,000.

X.E.2. Recommendation for Approval of Bid and Revised BG-1 Form for Phase I HVAC Renovation at Hazelwood Elementary School
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This project will replace the entire HVAC system, electrical switchgear, partial roof replacement, security, fire alarm, ceilings and lights. Exterior windows and minor building renovations may occur.

On July 27, 2021, the Board of Education approved JRA Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 22-002.

The Kentucky Department of Education, Division of Facilities Management, reviewed the Application for a Building Project, plans and specifications, and approved the taking of bids.

Bids were received, publicly opened, and read aloud in the Office of Facility Planning on February 1, 2022.  The bid tabulation is attached.

This item requests approval to award contracts to the low bidders of facility construction projects and reject bids deemed unacceptable in accordance with KRS 162.070.

The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Chris Perkins

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education award a contract to EH Construction, LLC for Phase I HVAC Renovation at Hazelwood Elementary School for the low base bid of $17,275,000; reject Alternate 2; accept Alternate 1 for a total bid of $17,275,000; and approve the attached revised BG-1 form for $19,490,000.

X.E.3. Recommendation for Approval of Bid and Revised BG-1 Form for Partial Roof Replacement at Nichols Bus Compound
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This project consists of the replacement of 263 roof squares.

On June 22, 2021, the Board of Education approved McCulloch Associates Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 22-021.

The Kentucky Department of Education, Division of Facilities Management, reviewed the Application for a Building Project, plans and specifications, and approved the taking of bids.

Bids were received, publicly opened, and read aloud in the Office of Facility Planning on January 27, 2022.  The bid tabulation is attached.

This item requests approval to award contracts to the low bidders of facility construction projects and reject bids deemed unacceptable in accordance with KRS 162.070.

The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Chris Perkins

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education award a contract to Highland Roofing Company, Inc. for Partial Roof Replacement at Nichols Bus Compound for the low base bid of $654,495; reject Alternate 1; accept Alternate 2 for a total bid of $619,710; and approve the attached revised BG-1 form for $700,000.

X.F. Recommendation for Approval of Contract Completion and BG-4 Form for Phase I HVAC Renovation – Bid Package III at the Academy @ Shawnee
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On April 16, 2019, the Board of Education approved Pickett Passafiume Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 19-287.

On January 19, 2021, the Board approved awarding a contract to Stateline Roofing & Metal Co., Inc. as the low bidder.

Pickett Passafiume Architects has made a final inspection and concluded that this contract is complete and final payment is due to the contractor.

The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Chris Perkins

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the contract completion, the attached BG-4 form, and final payment to Stateline Roofing & Metal Co., Inc. for Phase I HVAC Renovation – Bid Package III at the Academy @ Shawnee for a total construction cost of $1,081,200.

X.G. Recommendation for Approval of Project Closeout and BG-5 Form for Window Replacement Phase III at J. Graham Brown School
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On January 11, 2022, the Board of Education approved the contract completion and BG-4 form for E.H. Construction, LLC.

The Kentucky Department of Education requires the submission of the BG-5 form to reconcile the total project cost to the funding source. 

The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Chris Perkins

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached BG-5 form for Window Replacement Phase III at J. Graham Brown School.

X.H. Recommendation for Approval of Construction Change Orders
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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.

The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Chris Perkins

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the construction change orders included in the attachment.

X.I. Recommendation for Approval of Bid Tabulations and Amendments.
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In accordance with KRS 45A.345-45A.460, these items represent the lowest and best bid for each respective item or group of items.  The proposals are public record and are on file for inspection in the Purchasing Department after award of contract. In addition, there are no tie bids.

Submitted by:  Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached bid tabulations and amendments.

X.J. Recommendation for Approval of Professional Services Contracts of $20,000 or More
Rationale

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.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached professional services contracts of $20,000 or more.

X.K. Acceptance of Summary of Professional Services Contracts for Fiscal Year 2021-22
Rationale

The summary includes all professional services contracts approved as of July 1, 2021.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin 

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached Summary of Professional Services Contracts for Fiscal Year 2021-22.

X.L. Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer
X.L.1. Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer-Invoices
Rationale

This agenda item is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached report of Orders of the Treasurer-Invoices paid and to be paid for the period of January 18 through January 31, 2022.

X.L.2. Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer-Purchase Orders
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This agenda item is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached report of Orders of the Treasurer-Purchase Orders issued during the period of January 18 through January 31, 2022.

X.L.3. Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer-Vouchers
Rationale

This agenda item is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached report of Orders of the Treasurer-Vouchers paid during the period of January 18 through January 31, 2022.

X.M. Acceptance of Monthly Financial Report for Period Ended December 31, 2021
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This report is provided to the Board per KRS 160.560 and Board Policy 04.31 Fiscal Accounting and Reporting.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached Monthly Financial Report for period ended December 31, 2021.

X.N. Acceptance of Quarterly Report of Investment Performance
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This report is provided to the Board per JCPS Policy 04.36 Investments

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached Quarterly Report of Investment Performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2021.

X.O. Acceptance of Donations, Grants, and Funding
X.O.1. Acceptance of Donations and Small Grants
Rationale

This is a report of donations and small grants submitted to the Board of Education on February 15, 2022.

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.

Small grants include non-federal awards less than $50,000.

Submitted by: Dr. Dena Dossett

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept donations and small grants totaling $265,537.15 to be used as stated in the attachment.

X.O.2. Acceptance of Funding from Catholic Charities
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The Kentucky Office of Refugees (KOR) within Catholic Charities provides funding for summer programming for eligible refugee students in the District. The District will also use grant funds to support extended services offered by the Bilingual Community Liaison to eligible refugee students and families.

All funds must be spent by September 30, 2022. Matching funds are not required and the grant does not obligate the district beyond the subaward period. 

This grant aligns with Vision 2020 strategy 1.1.5 improving student literacy and strategy 1.1.7 providing differentiated resources to eliminate opportunity gaps. 

Submitted by: Carmen Coleman

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept funding totaling $190,000 from Catholic Charities and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreement.

X.O.3. Acceptance FY22 Title I School Improvement Funds from the Kentucky Department of Education
Rationale

School Improvement Funds (SIF) are grants to state educational agencies (SEAs). SEAs, who in turn, make sub grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) that demonstrate the greatest need and the strongest commitment to use the funds to provide adequate resources in order to raise the achievement of students in their lowest-performing schools.

Funds were awarded to the District for the period November 1, 2021 – September 30, 2023. These funds will be managed by the Accelerated Improvement Schools office to support CSI and ATSI schools.

Grant funds will pay for supplies, materials, professional development, and extended learning for students.

There are no matching funds required for the grant, and there is no financial obligation to the District beyond the grant period.

This funding aligns with Vision 2020 strategy 1.1.7.

Submitted by: Robert Moore

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept FY22 Title I School Improvement Funds 1003(a) totaling $4,668,671 from the Kentucky Department of Education.

X.O.4. Acceptance of Additional Funding and Grant Agreement Amendment from the Wallace Foundation
Rationale

The Wallace Foundation is launching the Equity Centered Pipeline Initiative (ECPI) to develop a broadly applicable approach for a comprehensive, aligned pipeline that produces equity-centered district and school leaders with the knowledge and skills to make educational equity a reality.

The original grant agreement was approved on September 14, 2021.

Wallace Foundation has awarded the District an additional $100,000 to support internal and external communication strategies for the project.

This project directly supports strategy 3.1.3 in Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Carmen Coleman

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept additional funding totaling $100,000 and approve a grant agreement amendment with the Wallace Foundation.

X.P. Recommendation for Approval of Agreements
X.P.1. Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Digital Promise Global
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This MOU provides an outline of how Digital Promise and Jefferson County Public Schools will work together to create innovative learning environments and document the Program.  

Digital Promise will provide:

  • A device refresh for each student and each teacher during the Project. Each device will be equipped with a data plan of at least 30 GB monthly for access to education resources on the Internet when the user is away from school. Increases in student enrollment will be supported by additional devices.
  • A device protection plan that the District will manage to cover repairs of accidental damage and device failure during the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years
  • Stipend to support the VILS Demonstration School Liaison ($4,000 for Spring 2022; $8,000 each year for the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years)
  • Travel reimbursement for conferences if requested to represent VILS

Any middle or high school with a free/reduced lunch rate of 65 percent or more and is currently 1:1 could apply. The following schools applied and were approved for the project:

  • W.E.B. Dubois Academy

There is no cost incurred by the district for the agreement. This MOU directly supports Vison 2020 strategies, 1.1.3 - Provide equitable access and 1.1.7 - Eliminate achievement, learning, and opportunity gaps.

Submitted by: Dr. Kermit Belcher

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

X.P.2. Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Louisville Academy of Music
Rationale

Fund for the Arts has provided funding to the Louisville Academy of Music (LAM) to offer weekly creative music making class for elementary students at Bellewood. Classes will focus on music and sound as vehicles for creative expression, regardless of prior musical knowledge or ability. The activities will focus on using sounds to tell stories, evoke images, and express emotion.

There is no charge to the District for this program. Fund for the Arts through a grant from Kosair Charities is providing funding. LAM will provide curriculum development, 21 hours of programming, graduation performance programming, and instruments to Bellewood elementary students.

This project aligns with Vision 2020 Strategies 1.1.5 and 1.1.7.

Submitted by: Robert Moore

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with the Louisville Academy of Music and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

X.P.3. Recommendation for Approval of Second Amendment to Data Sharing Agreement with Public Consulting Group, LLC
Rationale

This agreement will ensure the confidentiality and security of information and data exchanged between Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) and Public Consulting Group, LLC in connection with the provision of the services. 

The purpose of this agreement is to delineate the operational guidelines for sharing data between Public Consulting Group, LLC and JCPS and define the respective roles and responsibilities of each party. Data sharing will begin upon acceptance of this agreement. All procedures and processes will be FERPA compliant. Period, scope, and protections are also outlined in the attached agreement. There is no cost to the district for the data sharing agreement. This work supports Vision 2020 strategy 3.1.1- Improve physical infrastructure.

Submitted by: Kim Chevalier

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached data sharing agreement with Public Consulting Group, LLC and authorize the superintendent sign same.

X.P.4. Recommendation for Approval of Data Sharing Agreement with Teacher's Curriculum Institute
Rationale

Teachers Curriculum Institute will provide resources for planning of inquiry projects, debates and experiential exercises that support student investigation and mastery of key concepts of new social studies standards. 

The Data Sharing Agreement details the type and limitations of shareable data, its appropriate use, and the responsibilities of each party. Data sharing will begin upon acceptance of this agreement and will terminate when the services contract terminates. All procedures and processes will be FERPA-compliant. Period, scope, and protections are also outlined in the attached agreement. There is no cost to the District. 

Submitted by: Robert Moore

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Data Sharing Agreement with Teacher's Curriculum Institute.

X.P.5. Recommendation for Approval of Data Sharing Agreement with YouScience
Rationale

The YouScience software allows students to connect natural talents with real-world careers. The proven science creates more access and equity for our students. 

The Data Sharing Agreement details the type and limitations of shareable data, its appropriate use, and the responsibilities of each party. Data sharing will begin upon acceptance of this agreement and will end when the services contract terminates. All procedures and processes will be FERPA-compliant. Period, scope, and protections are also outlined in the attached agreement. There is no cost to the District. 

Submitted by: Robert Moore

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Data Sharing Agreement with YouScience, LLC and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

X.P.6. Recommendation for Approval of Data Sharing Agreement with BrainPop
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BrainPOP provides high engagement activities and videos that support instruction in STEM, Social Studies, English, Health, Arts and Music. 

The Data Sharing Agreement details the type and limitations of shareable data, its appropriate use, and the responsibilities of each party. Data sharing will begin upon acceptance of this agreement and will terminate when the services contract terminates. All procedures and processes will be FERPA-compliant. Period, scope, and protections are also outlined in the attached agreement. There is no cost to the District. 

Submitted by: Robert Moore

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Data Sharing Agreement with BrainPOP and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

X.P.7. Recommendation for Approval of Lease Agreement with BMW Investments and Academy of Music Production, Education, and Development
Rationale

BMW Investments and Academy of Music Production, Education, and Development, Inc. (AMPED) each have signed a lease for approximately 14,800 square feet of space located at 2500 West Broadway to Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBE) to be used as the first ELEV8 Student Learning Center.

The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.

Submitted by: Carmen Coleman

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached lease with BMW Investments and/or AMPED, as landlord, for the space located at 2500 West Broadway, to be used as an ELEV8 Student Learning Center and authorize the superintendent sign same.

X.P.8. Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education for the Release of JCPS Employee
Rationale

The Kentucky Department of Education has requested this revision for the following JCPS employees be released on Memorandum of Agreement from December 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022:

Florence Chang - Strategic Analyst of Learning

Submitted by: Dr. Aimee Green-Webb

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

X.P.9. Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education for the Release of JCPS Employee
Rationale

The Kentucky Department of Education has requested this revision for the following JCPS employees be released on Memorandum of Agreement from December 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022:

Nicole Fields - Community Engagement Coord 

Submitted by: Dr. Aimee Green-Webb

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

X.Q. Recommendation for Approval of Salary Schedule IC for Officer Security and Officer School Safety
Rationale

The IC salary schedule for Officer Security and Officer School Safety is recommended for approval to promote and foster a safe school environment for students, staff, and visitors, and to ensure every student has access to a safe, secure and orderly school that is conducive to learning.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve attached Salary Schedule IC for Officer Security & Officer School Safety, to be effective February 19, 2022.

XI. Board Planning Calendar
Rationale

Board members may review and offer suggestions for future Board meeting agendas during the Board Planning Calendar portion of regular Board meetings.

A 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. 

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. 

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Recommended Motion

Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items.

Actions Taken

Order #2022-40 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Mr. Joseph Marshall.

XII. Committee Reports
Rationale

Meeting dates and times can be accessed on the JCPS Calendar of Events. Meeting materials and Minutes from previous meetings can be accessed here.

XIII. Board Reports
Rationale

Each meeting shall contain an opportunity for Board members to report on noteworthy events pertaining to the work of schools and the District.

XIV. Persons Requesting to Address the Board (If Necessary)
XV. Executive Session (If Necessary)
XVI. Action Item (If Necessary)
XVII. Adjournment
Recommended Motion

A motion to adjourn the February 15, 2022, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education.

Actions Taken

Order #2022-41 - Motion Passed:  A motion to adjourn the February 15, 2022, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at 8:50 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Dr. Corrie Shull.