Jefferson County
January 10, 2011 7:00 PM
Regular Meeting
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Rationale

Please join us for the Pledge of Allegiance.

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands: one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

II.A. Oath of Office to be Administered by Judge Thomas B. Wine, Kentucky Court of Appeals, to: Member, District 1, Diane Porter; Member, District 3, Debbie Wesslund; Member, District 5; Linda D. Duncan; and Member, District 6; Carol Ann Haddad
Rationale

Oath of Office to be Administered by Judge Thomas B. Wine, Kentucky Court of Appeals, to:

  • Member, District 1—Diane Porter
  • Member, District 3—Debbie Wesslund, 
  • Member, District 5—Linda D. Duncan, 
  • Member, District 6—Carol Ann Haddad

II.B. Organization of Board: Election of Chairperson
Actions Taken

Order #1 - Motion Passed:  The nomination of Stephen Imhoff as Chairman of the Jefferson County Board of Education passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Hujo and a second by Mrs. Linda Duncan.

II.C. Organization of Board: Election of Vice-Chairperson
Actions Taken

Order #2 - Motion Passed:  The nomination of Diane Porter as Vice-Chair of the Jefferson County Board of Education passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Mrs. Carol Ann Haddad.

III. Approval of Minutes
Rationale

The minutes from the December 13, 2010, meeting are presented for your review and approval.

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the minutes from the December 13, 2010, meeting.

Actions Taken

Order #3 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the minutes from the December 13, 2010, meeting. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Debbie Wesslund and a second by Mrs. Carol Ann Haddad.

IV. Recognitions and Resolutions
Rationale

Resolutions of Recognition for January 10, 2010:

  • Recognition of and Student Presentation of Learning and Achievement from Students from The Academy @ Shawnee
  • Recognition of Jefferson County Public School District Students
  • Recognition of Crums Lane Elementary School
  • Recognition of Farnsley Middle School Football Team
  • Recognition of the Central High School Magnet Career Academy Boys' Football Team
  • Recognition of Dr. Carol Montgomery

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the December 10, 2010, resolution of recognition of The Academy @ Shawnee High School students, Jefferson County Public School District students, Crums Lane Elementary School, Farnsley Middle School Football Team, and Dr. Carol Montgomery, and receive a Student Presentation of Learning and Achievement from The Academy @ Shawnee High School students as presented in Agenda Items IV.A. through IV.E.

Actions Taken

Order #4 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the December 10, 2010, resolution of recognition of The Academy @ Shawnee High School students, Jefferson County Public School District students, Crums Lane Elementary School, Farnsley Middle School Football Team, and Dr. Carol Montgomery, and receive a Student Presentation of Learning and Achievement from The Academy @ Shawnee High School students as presented in Agenda Items IV.A. through IV.E. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Mrs. Debbie Wesslund.

IV.A. Recognition of and Student Presentation of Learning and Achievement from The Academy @ Shawnee High School Students
Rationale

Jade Burton, Ben Bommarrito, Alejandro Cid, Miranda Fitz, Cody Harral, Ashleigh Keister, and Amber Walters’ science experiment proposal called The Effects of Microgravity on the Viability of Lactobacillus Acidophilus was selected to fly in a mini-laboratory aboard STS-134, the final flight of the Space Shuttle Endeavour. The students submitted their proposal as part of the Student Spaceflights Experiment Program to study Lactobacillus Acidophilus, a probiotic, for its effectiveness as it is exposed to microgravity conditions. 

Through this study, the students believe that understanding the viability of probiotics in microgravity can promote longer space missions without risking the health of astronauts and can be used to promote the health of people in space. 

The students will be working to prepare their experiment for the space shuttle mission and will receive funding support from the Kentucky Space Grant Consortium, the Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) District’s Information Technology Department, and the JCPS Telecommunications Unit.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education recognize seven students from The Academy @ Shawnee High School for their science experiment proposal being selected to be part of the Space Shuttle Endeavour's final flight scheduled for February 2011.

IV.B. Recognition of Crums Lane Elementary School
Rationale

Crums Lane Elementary School is one of five national finalists—in the kindergarten through fifth-grade category—selected for the eInstruction Global Classroom Makeover Video Contest. Students in the school’s Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) created a song parody technology video called Teach Us With Technology to explain how technology would enhance classroom instruction. 

The contest required that all entries be a two-and-a-half minute video. The videos were judged on the effectiveness of demonstrating the use of technology in the classroom, demonstrating the collaboration between students and teachers in creating the video, and the overall creativity and spirit of the video. Online votes from the public determine 40 percent of the final score with the remaining 60 percent from a panel of judges. The winner will receive $75,000 in technological improvements. 

eInstruction is one the nation’s leading technology companies that is committed to providing interactive teaching and learning technology and services that will help educators improve academic achievement.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education recognize Crums Lane Elementary School for being selected as a national finalist in the eInstruction Global Classroom Makeover Video Contest.

IV.C. Recognition of the Central High School Magnet Career Academy Boys' Football Team
Rationale

On Saturday, December 4, 2010, the Central High School Magnet Career Academy Boys’ Football Team defeated Belfry County, 46–7, to win the Class 3A State Football Championship. The championship game was played at Houchens Industries L. T. Smith Stadium in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
The Central High School Magnet Career Academy Boys’ Football Team ended the season with a 9–6 record, winning its third state championship in four years. Ty Scroggins coaches the Central High School MCA football team.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman


Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education recognize the Central High School Magnet Career Academy Boys' Football Team for winning the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) Class 3A Football Championship.

IV.D. Recognition of Dr. Carol Montgomery
Rationale

Dr. Carol Montgomery was presented with the Kentucky Counseling Association (KCA) Advocacy Award in October at the association’s annual conference, which was held in Louisville at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. The award recognizes her for her support, protection, and intercession on behalf of the children, youth, and adults of Kentucky.

The KCA is the largest professional counselors organization in the state with a membership of more than 1,400 members. The association’s mission is to provide its members with cutting-edge professional development, information services, and products that enhance the counseling profession.

Carol was also reelected to serve a second term as chairperson of the Kentucky ACT State Organization Council. The council’s mission is to provide direct support, information, and feedback to promote informed decision making for the sole purpose of enhancing workforce readiness and educational success.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education recognize Dr. Carol Montgomery, Jefferson County Public School District Director of Guidance Services, for receiving the Kentucky Counseling Association Advocacy Award and for being reelected to serve as chairperson of the Kentucky ACT State Organization Council.

IV.E. Recognition of Thomas Sauer
Rationale

On December 9, Thomas was 1 of 25 distinguished, emerging leaders who were presented with the Global Visionaries Award at the WAC of Kentucky and Southern Indiana’s 25th anniversary celebration and awards luncheon. He was recognized for exemplifying leadership, vision, and interest in international affairs. As an honoree, he participated in the Global Visionaries Summit, where he met with top local international affairs and business leaders and also participated in a facilitated discussion regarding the region’s future as it relates to international concerns and our international community.

Thomas has served in various leadership roles, which include serving as president of the Kentucky World Language Association, serving on the Board of the National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Languages, serving as director of the Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages in 2007, and directing the Kentucky World Language Teacher Network. He also presents frequently at state, regional, and national conferences.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education recognize Thomas Sauer, Jefferson County Public School District World Language Specialist, for receiving the World Affairs Council (WAC) of Kentucky and Southern Indiana's Global Visionaries Award.

V. Consent Calendar and Superintendent's Report
Rationale

Persons requesting to address the Board on a specific agenda item will speak when that item is brought forward.

Speakers who have registered to address the Board of Education on agenda items will be called when that agenda item is brought forward.

Speakers who have registered to address the Board on non-agenda items are heard after the Board has conducted regular business, near the end of the meeting.

Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the Board. At the end of 2-1/2 minutes, a bell will sound once. You will then have 30 seconds to finish your statement.  At the end of three minutes, the bell will sound twice, indicating that your time is up.

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the consent calendar as presented in Agenda Items V.A. through V.S.

Actions Taken

Order #5 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the consent calendar as presented in Agenda Items V.A. through V.S. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Debbie Wesslund and a second by Mr. Joseph Hardesty.

V.A. Approval of Personnel Actions
Rationale

Pursuant to KRS 160.380, it is my responsibility to report to the Board of Education routine personnel actions that I have taken that affect certified and classified employment.

These actions have been executed in compliance with all Board of education policies and state and federal laws. All positions are Board of Education approved positions.

Submitted by: Bill Eckels

Attachment

Recommended Motion

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

V.B. Approval of Certified Leaves
Rationale

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: Bill Eckels

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the request for leaves of absence included in the attachment.

V.C. Approval of Organizational Chart
Rationale

The organizational chart for Exceptional Child Education includes the addition of one Resource Teacher to provide support as the Response to Intervention (RTI) is expanded to all areas and all schools. 

This position will provide professional development, technical assistance, data monitoring/analysis, and consultation to schools with reading, math, and behavior interventions in order to implement the goals of the District Strategic Plan/Comprehensive District Improvement Plan (CDIP). Funding will be provided by the IDEA-CEIS grant.

Submitted by:  Bill Eckels

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached organizational chart for Exceptional Child Education.

V.D. Approval of Field Trip Requests
Rationale

This is a report of field trip requests submitted to the Board of Education for approval on January 10, 2011. Administrative Regulation 702 KAR 5:060 requires that the use of common-carrier field trips be approved and cited in Board of Education minutes.
 
Also included are other field trips approved by the superintendent per JCPS Policy IICA.
 
Submitted by: Mike Mulheirn
 
Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached requests for field trips and receive a report of other field trips approved by the superintendent.

V.E. Approval of Bid and Revised BG-1 Form for HVAC Renovations at the C. B. Young Jr. Service Center
Rationale

Project #003-7002 will consist of HVAC renovations at the C. B. Young Jr. Service Center to include sprinkler renovations, upgraded electrical distribution, and asbestos abatement.
 
On June 8, 2009, the Board of Education approved assigning LSE Engineering, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for this project.
                                             
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 Facilities/Transportation on December 23, 2010. 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 160:070.
 
Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn
 
Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve awarding a contract to Morel Construction Company, LLC for the low base bid of $5,510,000, and in accordance with the specifications, add Alternate #1 in the amount of $360,000; add Alternate #2 in the amount of $815,000; add Alternate #3 in the amount of $1,215,000; add Alternate #4 in the amount of $293,000; deduct Alternate #6 in the amount of $20,000; reject Alternate #5 for a total bid of $8,173,000; reject the bid from F. W. Owens Company, Inc. due to a mathematical error; and approve the revised BG-1 form in the amount of $9,547,083 for HVAC Renovations at the C. B. Young Jr. Service Center.

V.F. Approval of Revised BG-1 Form for House Demolition at Olmsted Academy South
Rationale

On April 26, 2010, the Board of Education approved assigning Godsey Associates Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 730-10024.
                                             
On June 28, 2010, the Board approved awarding a contract to C.C.E. Inc., in the amount of $43,870. On January 10, 2011, the Board approved a change order in the amount of $3,000. 
 
The Kentucky Department of Education requires revision of the BG-1 form when the change order amount exceeds the five percent allowable contingency.
 
Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn
 
Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 form for House Demolition at Olmsted Academy South.

V.G. Approval of Project Completion and BG-4 Form for Renovation Phase 1 at Cane Run Elementary School
Rationale

On July 14, 2008, the Board of Education approved assigning CMTA to prepare plans and specifications for Project 005-9001.
 
On March 9, 2009, the Board approved awarding a contract to Marksbury Cornett as the low bidder.
 
CMTA has now advised the staff this contract is complete and final payment is due the contractor.
 
Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn
                                                                        
Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the project completion, BG-4 form, and final payment to Marksbury Cornett for Renovation Phase 1 at Cane Run Elementary School, for a total construction cost of $5,324,638.32.

V.H. Approval of Project Completion and BG-4 Form for New Auditorium Seating at Hazelwood Elementary School
Rationale

On June 28, 2010, the Board of Education approved assigning Jefferson County Public Schools Facility Planning Unit to prepare plans and specifications for Project 300-10028.

On August 23, 2010, the Board approved awarding a contract to Davis Furniture Co. as the low bidder.

Jefferson County Public Schools Facility Planning Unit staff has made a final inspection and concluded that this contract is complete and final payment is due the contractor.

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the project completion, BG-4 form, and final payment to Davis Furniture Co. for New Auditorium Seating at Hazelwood Elementary School, for a total cost of $56,700.

V.I. Approval of Project Completion and BG-4 Form for Renovation Phase 1, Bid Package A, Switchgear Replacement at Roosevelt-Perry Elementary School
Rationale

On June 8, 2009, the Board of Education approved assigning Luckett & Farley to prepare plans and specifications for Project 530-9029.

On March 22, 2010, the Board approved awarding a contract to ShelCon Construction, LLC as the low bidder.

Luckett & Farley has now advised the staff that this contract is complete and final payment is due the contractor.

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment
 

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the project completion, BG-4 form, and final payment to ShelCon Construction, LLC for Renovation Phase 1, Bid Package A, Switchgear Replacement at Roosevelt-Perry Elementary School, for a total cost of $436,401.11.

V.J. Approval of Construction Change Orders
Rationale

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.

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the construction change orders included in the attachment.

V.K. Approval of Bids (Submitted by Purchasing Department)
Rationale

In accordance with KRS 45A.345-45A.460, these items represent the lowest and/or best bid for each respective item and/or group of items.

The proposals are public record and are on file for inspection in the Purchasing Department.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the bid tabulations for Sale of Automotive Waste Oil; Overhead Door Repair Service; Library Books and Pre-Bound Paperback Books (%); New Vehicles (Truck with Snow Plow and Spreader); Lunchroom Commodities (School Delivery) Supplement and Amendments on Projection System Installation; Custodial Supplies; Audiovisual (Percentage); Bus Body Parts and Accessories, and Lunchroom Commodities (School Delivery).

V.L. Acceptance of Purchase Order Report
Rationale

This report will inform the Board of the purchase orders issued during the indicated period.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached report of purchase orders issued during the period of November 20, 2010, through December 12, 2010.

V.M. Acceptance of Voucher Report
Rationale

This report will inform the Board of the vouchers paid during the indicated period.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached report of vouchers paid during the period of November 20, 2010, through December 12, 2010.

V.N. Approval of Professional Services Contracts of $5,000 or More
Rationale

In accordance with JCPS Policy DJA: Program Consultants, professional services contracts of $5,000 or more require Board approval.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached professional services contracts of $5,000 or more.

V.O. Approval of the Financial Report for the Period Ended October 31, 2010
Rationale

This report is being submitted for approval per KRS 160.560 and JCPS Policy DI: Fiscal Accounting and Reporting and includes the following funds: General, Special Revenue, Capital Outlay, Building, Construction, Debt Service, Food Service, Day Care Operations, Enterprise, Adult Education, Tuition Preschool, and Trust and Agency.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached financial report for the period ended October 31, 2010.

V.P. Acceptance of Donations
Rationale

Butler Traditional High School received $1,700. The school received $1,200 from Michelle Purlee to be used to purchase uniforms and equipment for the girls’ soccer team and $500 from PPG Industries Foundation to purchase uniforms and other items for the boys’ cross-country team.

Kennedy Montessori Elementary School received $1,500 from Spatial Data Integrations to be used to purchase a SMART Board for the fifth-grade classroom.

Slaughter Elementary School received $9,500 from Metropolitan Sewer District. The funds will be used to purchase trees and shrubs to create wetlands as part of the outdoor classroom.

Stopher Elementary School received $1,000. The school received $500 from Epic Investment Club for sponsorship of two children to go to lunch and purchase Christmas gifts and $500 from Mediscribes, Inc. to be used to purchase basketball uniforms.

Submitted by:  DeVone Holt

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education accept donations totaling $13,700.

V.Q. Acceptance of Grants and Funding
Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education accept the grants and funding to various schools and departments as presented in Agenda Items V. xx through V. xx

V.Q.1. Acceptance of Fund for the Arts Grants
Rationale

The Fund for the Arts has awarded the district three grants to fund various art projects at the following schools:

  • Kenwood Elementary School—$5,545.00
  • Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts School—$4,732.50
  • Noe Middle School—$500.00

 

Submitted by:  DeVone Holt

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education accept three Fund for the Arts grants totaling $10,777.50 for Kenwood Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts School, and Noe Middle School.

V.Q.2. Acceptance of Grant from Kentucky Book Fair for The Academy @ Shawnee
Rationale

The Kentucky Book Fair has awarded a $1,500 grant to The Academy @ Shawnee. The funds will be used to purchase books for the school.

Submitted by: Joe Burks

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education accept a grant totaling $1,500 from Kentucky Book Fair for The Academy @ Shawnee.

V.Q.3. Acceptance of Community Education Grant from the Kentucky Department of Adult Education
Rationale

The Kentucky Department of Adult Education has awarded the Jefferson County Public School District a $90,760 grant to provide services to assist 278 non-native English speakers living in Jefferson County in acquiring skills to prepare for the Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS) citizenship test and interview, attain citizenship, and complete at least one National Reporting System (NRS) educational level. The funding will cover eight managed enrollment classes held at four locations in Jefferson County.

Grant funds will pay for existing full-time and part-time instructional staff and to provide instructional materials and supplies.

Submitted by: Dr. Bernard Minnis

Attachment: Commonwealth of KY PO2 415 1100002645 1  KYAE ELC-2011-307

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education accept a $90,760 grant from the Kentucky Department of Adult Education to fund English Literacy/Civics Education and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreement.

V.Q.4. Approval of Amended Contract with Kentucky Adult Education Workforce Alliance Program
Rationale

On November 8, 2010, the Board of Education accepted grant funding in the amount of $28,578 from Kentucky Adult Education via their Workforce Alliance Grant (WAG) program and authorized the superintendent to sign the grant agreement.

These funds will be used to provide assessment of skills and remediation as needed for adults entering the NIA Center and Office for Employment and Training One-Stop Center to qualify for Workforce Investment Act job training dollars. No additional staffing will be required to fulfill the terms of this agreement and no local matching funds are required.

The original grant agreement has now been amended to include instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL) in addition to reading and math and to allow both the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS) assessments to be used as appropriate measures for assessment and reporting purposes. The original version of the grant agreement prohibited JCPS from adequately serving individuals whose first language is one other than English.

These funds will provide assessment of skills and remediation for clients seeking entry into the workforce and/or accessing Workforce Investment Act job training dollars and/or services.  

Submitted by: Dr. Bernard Minnis

Attachment: Commonwealth of Kentucky Doc. ID No: PO2 415 11000012031

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached modified contract from Kentucky Adult Education via their Workforce Alliance Grant (WAG) program and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

V.R. Approval of Offer of Environmental Settlement
Rationale

In 1993, surplus paint from Fairdale Vocational High School was legally disposed of in a landfill in Amelia, Louisiana (Site). This Site is now subject to an environmental cleanup as determined by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ).

Landfill users are subject to covering the cost of the cleanup. However, because the paint we disposed of was between 0.2 tons to 1.0 tons of waste and because of our status as a "de minimis" user; for the sum of $4,000, the LDEQ will provide to us a general release from potential liability to the members of the MSP-PRP Group for indemnity and contribution for the investigation and remediation of the Site. Although this release is not absolute, we believe this action best serves our interests. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve a "de minimis" cash-out settlement of $4,000 to Marine Shale Processors Site—Potentially Responsible Parties (MSP-PRP) Group and authorize the superintendent to execute the attached agreement pertaining to this settlement.

V.S. Approval of Proposed Mid-Year General Fund Budget Requests for Fiscal Year 2010-11
Rationale

Cabinet members were given an opportunity to submit budget requests for General Fund increases for FY 2010-11.

The attached spreadsheet reflects recommendations for approval of priority requests. Additional requests are also included for possible future consideration, however, are not being requested for approval at this time.

The recommended priority requests total $8,027,745. This funding would be taken from the fund balance, which increased $12 million last fiscal year.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached proposed mid-year priority General Fund budget requests for fiscal year 2010-11.

VI. Action Items
VII. Discussion Items
VII.A. Theory of Action Progress Report
Rationale

The JCPS Theory of Action provides the central force underlying all of the work being conducted by our district. It provides the framework behind the Core Beliefs, District Vision, Board Goals, and District Goals and Strategies.

Each year, JCPS establishes district goals, strategies, and action steps which outline the major initiatives for the year, while supporting and reinforcing the Theory of Action.

This report will provide an overview on the district’s main initiatives, how they are aligned with the Theory of Action, and information on their implementation and accomplishments.

Submitted by: Dr. Bob Rodosky

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education receive a progress report on the Theory of Action.

Actions Taken

Order #6 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education receive a progress report on the Theory of Action. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Mrs. Debbie Wesslund.

VII.B. Report on New Teacher Induction
Rationale

Each year the district hires approximately 500 new teachers. New Teacher Induction is an annual five-day professional development opportunity designed and facilitated by Human Resources staff members that is meant to introduce and familiarize new teacher recruits with the JCPS organization.

This event aligns with the district’s Theory of Action and provides in-depth overviews of the culture, accepted practices, and performance standards in JCPS.

Submitted by:  W. S. Eckels

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education receive a report on New Teacher Induction.

Actions Taken

Order #7 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education receive a report on New Teacher Induction. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Hujo and a second by Ms. Diane Porter.

VII.C. 2010–11 Board of Education Discussion Agenda Planning Calendar
Rationale

A year-long list of selected Board of Education discussion agenda items has been compiled for use by the board and administrative staff. The list includes activities for discussion during this fiscal year.

It is anticipated that staff will use this list to avoid scheduling conflicts, to improve coordination and support of activities, to enhance planning, and to increase awareness of upcoming board agenda activities. 

Submitted by: Superintendent Sheldon Berman

Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items to occur during the 2010-11 fiscal year.

Actions Taken

Order #8 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Sheldon Berman recommends that the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items to occur during the 2010-11 fiscal year. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Carol Ann Haddad and a second by Ms. Diane Porter.

VIII. Board Reports/Requests
IX. Persons Requesting to Address the Board on Non-Agenda Items
Rationale

Each speaker is allowed three minutes to address the Board.

At the end of 2-1/2 minutes, a bell will sound once. You will then have 30 seconds to finish your statement. 

At the end of three minutes, the bell will sound twice, indicating that your time is up.

X. Executive Session (If Needed)
XI. Adjournment
Recommended Motion

A recommendation to adjourn the January 10, 2011, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at xxx p.m.

Actions Taken

Order #9 - Motion Passed:  A recommendation to adjourn the January 10, 2011, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at 10:03 p.m. passed with a motion by Mrs. Debbie Wesslund and a second by Mr. Joseph Hardesty.