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I.
Call to Order
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, VanHoose Education Center. Members 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 of the meeting via the following link: JCBE MEETING VIDEO.
II.
Recommendation for Approval of Meeting Agenda
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.
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the agenda for August 16, 2022.
Order #2022-143 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the agenda for August 16, 2022. The recommendation passed with a motion by Dr. Christopher Kolb and a second by Dr. Corrie Shull.
Order #2022-144 - Motion Failed: A motion to amend the motion to approve the agenda to add an agenda item regarding District COVID mitigation strategies failed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Mrs. Linda Duncan.
III.
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 August 2, 2022, meeting are presented for your review and approval.
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the minutes of the August 2, 2022, meeting.
Order #2022-145 - Motion Passed: Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the minutes of the August 2, 2022, meeting. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Dr. Corrie Shull.
IV.
Work Sessions
IV.A.
Update on the Middle School Explore Pathways & the Academies of Louisville
The middle school team will provide an update on the Explore Pathways which are now featured in eight JCPS middle schools. We will explain the vision, provide an update on progress, and have shareouts from current principals in the implementation process. The goal is equitable access, opportunity, and resources for our middle school students to learn and get excited about their future.
The high school team will provide an update on the continued development of the Academies of Louisville model featured in fifteen JCPS resides high schools. We will share progress and describe adjusted strategies aimed at ensuring model fidelity and increasing equitable student access to resources and relevant and engaging learning experiences. Our goal is to prepare students for college and career options. An Academies of Louisville Executive Principal, Community Business Partner, and Post-Secondary Partner will share examples from their current work.
Submitted by: Robert Moore
IV.B.
Update on School Choice Plan Implementation
On June 1, 2022, the Board approved a comprehensive JCPS School Choice Plan.
Broadly, there are three main components of the plan:
- Dual Resides and Feeder Patterns - How students are assigned to schools based on their home address.
- Choice Zone Support Plan - How the District will provide support to high-need schools to ensure all students get the support they need to succeed and thrive.
- Magnet Schools and Programs – How the District will expand choices aligned to student interest and create exciting, engaging learning communities to serve a diverse set of students.
The Board will receive an update on current implementation efforts and the refinement of implementation plans to achieve the deadlines, targets, and objectives in the School Choice Plan.
Submitted by: Robert Moore
V.
Persons Requesting to Address the Board on Consent Calendar Items to be voted upon separately at Board member request
VI.
Consent Calendar
Order #2022-146 - Motion Passed: A motion to approve the consent calendar minus item VI.O.5. Acceptance of Funding from the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet, Kentucky Adult Education and item VI.O.6. Acceptance of Funding from the Council on Postsecondary Education, Kentucky Adult Education passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Ms. Sarah McIntosh.
Order #2022-147 - Motion Passed: A motion to approve consent item VI.O.5. Acceptance of Funding from the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet, Kentucky Adult Education passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Dr. Christopher Kolb.
Order #2022-148 - Motion Passed: A motion to approve Consent Item VI.O.6. Acceptance of Funding from the Council on Postsecondary Education, Kentucky Adult Education passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Dr. Christopher Kolb.
VI.A.
Report of Certified Leaves
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
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the requests for leaves of absence included in the attachment.
VI.B.
Report of Personnel Actions
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
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached report of personnel actions that he has taken per KRS 160.380.
VI.C.
Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts and/or Job Descriptions
VI.C.1.
Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts and/or Job Descriptions - Academic Services
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
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached organizational chart(s) and/or job description(s).
VI.C.2.
Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts and/or Job Descriptions - Exceptional Child Education
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
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached organizational chart(s) and/or job description(s).
VI.C.3.
Recommendation for Approval of Organizational Charts and/or Job Descriptions - Operations Services
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
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached organizational chart(s) and/or job description(s).
VI.D.
Recommendation for Approval of Field Trip Requests
This is a report of field trip requests submitted to the Board of Education on August 16, 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
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached report of field trip requests.
VI.E.
Recommendation for Approval of the Projects, Assignment of Architects/Engineers, and BG-1 Forms
VI.E.1.
Recommendation for Approval of the Project, Assignment of Architects/Engineers, and BG-1 Form for Partial Roof Replacement at Byck Elementary School
This project consists of the replacement of 90 roof squares.
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 this resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firms of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval.
The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.
Submitted by: Chris Perkins
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of McCulloch Associates Architects and Environmental Concerns, Inc. (Asbestos Abatement Only) as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Partial Roof Replacement at Byck Elementary School, for an estimated project cost of $272,650.
VI.E.2.
Recommendation for Approval of the Project, Assignment of Architects/Engineers, and BG-1 Form for Partial Roof Replacement at Wheeler Elementary School
This project consists of the replacement of 142 roof squares.
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 this resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firms of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval.
The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.
Submitted by: Chris Perkins
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of McCulloch Associates Architects and Environmental Concerns, Inc. (Asbestos Abatement Only) as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Partial Roof Replacement at Wheeler Elementary School, for an estimated project cost of $423,642.
VI.E.3.
Recommendation for Approval of the Project, Assignment of Architects/Engineers, and BG-1 Form for Partial Roof Replacement at Wilder Elementary School
This project consists of the replacement of 208 roof squares.
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 this resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firms of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval.
The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.
Submitted by: Chris Perkins
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of McCulloch Associates Architects and Environmental Concerns, Inc. (Asbestos Abatement Only) as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Partial Roof Replacement at Wilder Elementary School, for an estimated project cost of $612,933.
VI.F.
Recommendation for Approval of Revised BG-1 Form for Phase I HVAC Renovation at Sam Meyers Hall
On June 22, 2021, the Board of Education approved Potter Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 22-003. On July 27, 2021, the Board of Education approved the BG-1 estimate in the amount of $5,969,475.
In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires the BG-1 forms to be revised due to the change in cost estimate.
The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.
Submitted by: Chris Perkins
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 form for Phase I HVAC Renovation at Sam Meyers Hall in the amount of $9,450,000.
VI.G.
Recommendation for 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.
The project directly supports strategy 3.1.1 of Vision 2020.
Submitted by: Chris Perkins
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the construction change orders included in the attachment.
VI.H.
Recommendation for Approval of Bid Tabulations, Contract Renewals, and Amendments
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
Attachments
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached bid tabulations, contract renewals, and amendments.
VI.I.
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.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachments
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached professional services contracts of $20,000 or more.
VI.J.
Acceptance of Summary of Professional Services Contracts
This summary includes all professional services contracts approved as of July 1, 2022, and supports Vision 2020 Strategy 3.1.4 Ensure responsible stewardship of resources.
KRS 160.370 was amended to allow the Board to authorize the superintendent to approve purchases for any contract for which a determination is made that the aggregate amount of the contract is less than $20,000.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached summary of professional services contracts.
VI.K.
Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer
VI.K.1.
Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer-Invoices
This agenda item is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
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 July 18 through July 31, 2022.
VI.K.2.
Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer-Purchase Orders
This agenda item is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachments
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached report of Orders of the Treasurer-Purchase Orders issued during the period of July 18 through July 31, 2022.
VI.K.3.
Acceptance of Orders of the Treasurer-Vouchers
This agenda item is provided to the Board in accordance with Fiscal Management Policy 04.3111 District Issuance of Checks.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached report of Orders of the Treasurer-Vouchers paid during the period of July 18 through July 31, 2022.
VI.L.
Acceptance of Monthly Financial Report for Period Ended June 30, 2022
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 Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached Monthly Financial Report for period ended June 30, 2022.
VI.M.
Acceptance of Quarterly Report of Investment Performance
This report is provided to the Board per JCPS Policy 04.36 Investments.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education receive the attached Quarterly Report of Investment Performance for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.
VI.N.
Recommendation for Approval of 2022-23 Local Education Agency General and Program Assurances
Annually, the local board of education must approve general and program assurances regarding district operations. Information related to these assurances is available for review in the attached document and at the District’s central office by contacting the Division of Accountability, Research and Systems Improvement.
Once approved, the District will send a declaration of compliance to the Kentucky Department of Education in order to receive the funding within state and federal guidelines for fiscal year 2022-23.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached 2022-23 KDE Funding Assurances for General, State, and Federal programs.
VI.O.
Acceptance of Donations, Grants, and Funding
VI.O.1.
Acceptance of Donations and Small Grants
This is a report of donations and small grants submitted to the Board of Education on August 16, 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
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept donations and small grants totaling $37,938.15 to be used as stated in the attachment.
VI.O.2.
Acceptance of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Grant from the Kentucky Department of Education
The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program increases elementary school children’s consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables and exposes students to new fruits and vegetables to improve healthy eating habits and help elementary schools create healthier food environments. Eligible elementary schools must have 50 percent or more of their students qualify for free/reduced-price meals.
This grant supports Vision 2020 strategies 1.1.3 and 2.1.3. Grant funds pay salary, benefits, equipment, supply, and administration costs. The grant does not obligate the District or schools financially and there is no matching requirement. The period of performance is July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.
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Total Allocation
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Atkinson Academy
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$23,925.00
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Auburndale Elementary School
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$45,450.00
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Blue Lick Elementary School
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$33,675.00
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Breckinridge/Franklin Elementary
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$22,650.00
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Camp Taylor Elementary School
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$31,425.00
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Cane Run Elementary School
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$26,700.00
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Cochran Elementary School
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$23,475.00
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Coleridge-Taylor Elementary School
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$30,000.00
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Crums Lane Elementary School
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$29,025.00
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Dixie Elementary School
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$24,900.00
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Eisenhower Elementary School
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$41,925.00
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Engelhard Elementary School
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$19,050.00
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Frayser Elementary School
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$22,425.00
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Hartstern Elementary School
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$33,675.00
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Hazelwood Elementary School
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$35,100.00
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Indian Trail Elementary School
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$36,975.00
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Johnsontown Road Elementary School
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$19,500.00
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Kenwood Elementary School
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$42,975.00
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King Elementary School
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$22,725.00
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Layne Elementary School
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$26,400.00
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Maupin Elementary School
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$23,400.00
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McFerran Preparatory Academy
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$56,775.00
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Mill Creek Elementary School
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$35,025.00
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Minors Lane Elementary School
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$23,550.00
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Portland Elementary School
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$18,000.00
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Price Elementary School
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$30,600.00
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Rangeland Elementary School
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$30,750.00
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Rutherford Elementary School
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$35,175.00
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Sanders Elementary School
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$28,725.00
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Shelby Academy
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$38,925.00
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Slaughter Elementary School
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$30,000.00
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Wellington Elementary School
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$28,800.00
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Wheatley Elementary School
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$24,075.00
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Submitted by: Chris Perkins
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept a Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Grant of $995,775 from the Kentucky Department of Education and approve the attached addendum agreement.
VI.O.3.
Acceptance of IDEA-B State Share Restricted Funds from the Kentucky Department of Education
Funds are awarded based on proposed scope of work for the Special Education Cooperatives throughout the state. The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has identified nine special education cooperatives around the state to provide training and technical assistance to districts throughout the state. The Greater Louisville Educational Cooperative (GLEC) includes Jefferson County Public Schools and the Kentucky School for the Blind as its member districts. JCPS serves as fiscal manager for GLEC.
KDE has outlined priorities for use of funds. Materials and resources will be purchased as part of comprehensive special education support around positive outcomes for students with disabilities of ages 3-21. The use of funding will specifically focus on low incidence, behavior, mathematics, literacy, and post-secondary transition. Awarded funds from this one-time request will be used to purchase educational materials for the GLEC Lending Library and also as part of ongoing training, teacher cadre, and coaching of new, emergency, and/or probationary certified special education teachers. Funds will also pay for supplies, materials, consultants, and professional development stipends.
This funding directly supports Vision 2020 strategy 2.2.3.
Submitted by: Kim Chevalier
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept IDEA-B State Share Restricted Funds in the amount of $992,664 from the Kentucky Department of Education and authorize the superintendent sign the attached Notice of Approval.
VI.O.4.
Acceptance of Funding from the Kentucky Department of Education for the Office of Transition Readiness for State Local Area Vocational Education Center Grant
This funding supports career pathway enhancements by strengthening the academic and technical skills of students and integrating academic content with Career and Technical Education (CTE) content within a state-approved CTE career pathway. CTE career pathways are aligned with regional economic and workforce projections. Funds are distributed to the following high schools:
Submitted by: Robert Moore
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept Perkins Carry Forward funding in the amount of $9,206,694 from the Kentucky Department of Education for The Office of Transition Readiness and authorize the superintendent sign the attached contract.
VI.O.5.
Acceptance of Funding from the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet, Kentucky Adult Education
Adult & Continuing Education will use these funds to provide an integrated program of services in order to increase civic learning and engagement and English literacy for immigrants and other limited English proficient adults who live or work in Jefferson County and are not enrolled in public education. This grant will assist students in acquiring the skills to prepare for the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) Citizenship Test and interview, attain citizenship, and complete at least one National Reporting System (NRS) education level. It will also offer workforce and occupational training.
Grant funds will pay for existing full-time and part-time instructional staff. Funds will also be used to provide instructional materials and supplies. No matching funds are required.
This agreement aligns with the District’s Vision 2020 by providing parents and community members with the opportunity for English literacy and civics instruction needed to increase their literacy level to become employable contributing members of the community.
Submitted by: Robert Moore
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept funds in the amount of $290,955 from the Education & Workforce Development Cabinet, Kentucky Adult Education and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreement.
VI.O.6.
Acceptance of Funding from the Council on Postsecondary Education, Kentucky Adult Education
Adult and Continuing Education will use these funds to continue providing adult learners with literacy, adult basic education, GED preparation, Family Education, English as a Second Language, transitions to postsecondary education, Corrections, and Workforce Services. Approximately 52,000 working-age adults in Jefferson County lack a high school diploma and nearly one-fourth of these adults have functional literacy skills below a sixth-grade level. Many of these adults are parents and caregivers for JCPS students.
This program aligns with the District’s Vision 2020 by providing parents and community members with the quality academic instruction needed for them to obtain a GED and become contributing members of the community. No matching funds are required.
Submitted by: Robert Moore
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education accept funding from the Council on Postsecondary Education in the amount of $3,163,395 and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreement.
VI.P.
Recommendation for Approval of Agreements
VI.P.1.
Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Department of Education for the Release of JCPS Employee
The Kentucky Department of Education has requested this revision for the following JCPS employee be released on Memorandum of Agreement from September 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023:
Kathryn Fromholt, KSD Outreach Consultant
Submitted by: Dr. Aimee Green-Webb
Attachment
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.
VI.P.2.
Recommendation for Approval of Consortium Agreement with Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative for Membership Renewal
The Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC) is a consortium of 15 school districts serving over 155,000 students in north-central Kentucky. The mission of the OVEC is to provide professional learning, advocacy, and services that support, lead, and inspire. The OVEC provides a wide variety of services and opportunities for teacher and administrator training.
The attached Consortium Agreement will allow the Board to renew its membership with OVEC. Membership dues for July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023, are $35,000.
This initiative directly aligns with Vision 2020 strategy 2.1.3 Improving Culture and Climate.
Submitted by: Robert Moore
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Consortium Agreement to allow the Board to renew its membership with the Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative and authorize the superintendent sign same.
VI.P.3.
Recommendation for Approval of Affiliation Agreement with Spalding University for Dual Credit
Dual Credit personnel from Spalding University have worked with the Eastern High School staff to identify teachers with the necessary credentials to offer dual credit for students scheduled in the High School of Business pathway.
The District-wide portion of the Agreement also provides an online course aligned with the Career and Technical Education (CTE) accounting pathway and is open to any accounting student in JCPS. The agreement aligns with the Dual Credit Scholarship Program. These dual credit courses can be transferred to any regionally accredited college or university for credit. Spalding University is a Participating Postsecondary Institution (PPI) with Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) for that program.
Specifically:
- Scholarship funds may be used for dual credit unless the student has exceeded course limitations in the state regulation or state funds are exhausted. In that case, the student/family is responsible for paying tuition.
- Tuition is set to 50% of Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) tuition (as required by the PPI agreement with the KHEAA). Spalding University will not charge JCPS for reimbursement of unsuccessful student tuition when the course is taken on a JCPS campus with JCPS faculty.
Courses Include:
- BA 250 Principles of Management (High School Business Program)
- FIN 210 Personal Finance (High School of Business Program)
- MKT 240 Principles of Marketing (High School of Business Program)
- ACC 261 Accounting
Submitted by: Robert Moore
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Affiliation Agreement with Spalding University for Dual Credit courses and authorize the superintendent to sign same.
VI.P.4.
Recommendation for Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with Young Authors Greenhouse
Young Authors Greenhouse (YAG) will work with schools to implement a poetry and nonfiction writing project. Students will create writing that shares matters close to their hearts and minds, their hopes for the future, what hurts and what heals, and what grown-ups should know about being a teen. Through this project, YAG will strive to amplify the young voices who are not just future leaders, but present-day leaders, and create a space for intergenerational learning.
Submitted by: Robert Moore
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with Young Authors Greenhouse and authorize the superintendent to sign same.
VI.Q.
Recommendation for Approval of Payment of Out-of-District Expenses for Board Members
Pursuant to Board Policy 01.821 Board Member Compensation and Expenses, Board members shall be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenditures incurred outside the District. Board members shall obtain Board approval prior to incurring out-of-district expenses and reimbursement shall be at the same rates as that for employees of the District and shall be documented by receipts.
Board Member Linda Duncan will travel to Lexington, Kentucky for the 2022 KSBA Summer Leadership Institute being held on July 15-16, 2022.
Estimated Expenses:
- Registration Fee: $280
- Hotel Expenses: $605
- Ground Transportation (Taxis, Buses, Airport Shuttles): Reimbursable with receipt
- Meals: Reimbursed at District per diem rate
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the payment of necessary out-of-district expenses incurred by Board Member Linda Duncan to travel to Lexington, Kentucky for the 2022 KSBA Summer Leadership Institute being held on July 15-16, 2022.
VI.R.
Recommendation for Approval of Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Boyd Real Property, LLC.
Metro Louisville is planning to issue industrial building revenue bonds in the aggregate amount of up to $119,000,000.00 to finance the acquisition, construction, equipping, and installation of four or more new buildings at 1400 Cecil Avenue. The project is projected to result in the creation of at least one thousand (1,000) jobs. This bond issue will allow Boyd Real Property, LLC to be exempt from property taxes; however, the attached PILOT agreement commits the Company to make payments to the Board of Education to the same extent as if it was making annual ad valorem property tax payments. The Board of Education has similar agreements with other organizations. Therefore, this agreement permits Boyd Real Property, LLC to use the revenue bonds and allows the Board to continue to receive revenue at no loss.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachment
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Boyd Real Property, LLC and authorize the superintendent to sign same.
VI.S.
Recommendation for Approval of Updated 2022-23 Salary Schedules, Salary Placement Rules, and Temporary Salary Adjustments for Continuity of Services Impacted by the Pandemic
The attached updated documents are recommended for approval to establish the District's salary schedules for the 2022-23 school year. As previously submitted on June 28, 2022, all full and permanent part-time employee schedules reflect a four percent increase from last year's schedules.
The following updates are being submitted for approval.
Salary Schedule IB
- Challenging Bus Stipend increase from $2.00 per hour to $5.00 per hour due to bus driver shortages.
Extra Service Pay Schedules
- Middle School Athletics & other activities, adding archery, Lacrosse, and E-Sports.
- School-funded Sports & Support added Middle & High School Technology Coordinator (STC) to school paid. The new middle and high school funding formula provides funding for a full-time position or to use as extra pay for assigned STC duties.
Extra Service Information
- Added exception to allow Assistant Bus Compound Coordinators to be paid extra service to drive buses outside their normal work hours as a result of the bus driver shortage.
- Added Jefferson County Leadership Academy (JCLA) Faculty Stipends (Wallace Grant)
Approval of this recommendation will authorize staff to extend the applicable salary schedules to all District employees effective July 1, 2022.
Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin
Attachments
Superintendent Martin Pollio recommends the Board of Education approve the attached updated 2022-23 Salary Schedules, Salary Placement Rules, and Temporary Salary Adjustments.
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Persons Requesting to Address the Board (if necessary)
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Adjournment
Order #2022-149 - Motion Passed: A motion to adjourn the August 16, 2022, meeting at 8:42 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. James Craig and a second by Mrs. Linda Duncan.
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