Jefferson County
February 13, 2012 7:00 PM
Regular Meeting
I. Moment of Silence
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Welcome to the February 13, 2012, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education.

Please join us for our traditional moment of silence. 

II. The Pledge of Allegiance
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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.

III. Approval of Minutes
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The minutes from the January 23, 2012, regular meeting are presented for your review and approval.

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the minutes from the January 23, 2012, regular meeting.

Actions Taken

Order #202 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the minutes from the January 23, 2012, regular meeting. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Carol Ann Haddad and a second by Mr. Larry Hujo.

IV. Recognitions and Resolutions
Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the recognitions and resolutions for February 13, 2012.

Actions Taken

Order #203 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the recognitions and resolutions for February 13, 2012. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Hujo and a second by Mrs. Linda Duncan.

IV.A. Recognition of Natalie Fahrbach
Rationale

Natalie is 1 of 11 students from across Kentucky selected to serve a one-year term on the first Next-Generation Student Council, which is a new group formed by Kentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday.

The group’s charge is to meet with the Commissioner and the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) staff to share their thoughts and ideas about Kentucky’s public education system and how the decisions made at the state level have an impact on students in Kentucky. The Next-Generation Student Council will also share its points of view on critical issues that are affecting students and schools across the state.

Students from public schools in grades 10 through 12 were invited to submit their applications for membership for the Next-Generation Student Council. The applications were reviewed and scored by a committee of KDE representatives. Appointments to the council were based on how well the student applicants expressed their ideas and goals.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education recognize Natalie Fahrbach, a student at Louisville Male High School, for being selected to serve on the first Next-Generation Student Council.

IV.B. Recognition of District's Kentucky Derby Festival Art Contest Winners
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Fourteen Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) students from seven district schools were selected as first-, second-, and third-place winners in the Kentucky Derby Festival Art Contest. Winners were formally recognized in January at the Festival’s annual Poster Premiere event, which was held at The Henry Clay. The winning posters were on display at the event.

First-place winners in each division received a 2012 Framed Festival Poster and the opportunity to appear in the 2012 Republic Bank Pegasus Parade. The contest winners received a medallion, certificate, and a Derby Festival Student Art Contest winner’s pin.

The students’ winning artwork will be on display from February 1 through April 27 at the Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center and at the Republic Bank Parade Preview Party, which will be held on May 1 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education recognize the Jefferson County Public School District Kentucky Derby Festival Art Contest winners from Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School, Bowen Elementary School, Barret Traditional Middle School, duPont Manual High School, Pleasure Ridge Park High School, Roosevelt-Perry Elementary School, and Young Elementary School.

IV.C. Recognition of and Student Demonstration of Learning and Achievement from Brown School Students
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On January 12, Anna, Scout, and Lydia were presented with a $200, $100, and $50 U.S. Savings Bond, respectively, for winning the middle school division of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Visual Art Contest. In recognition of their outstanding achievement, the students were honored at the Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Celebration in Frankfort.

The contest theme was “Exploring the ‘King’ in You.” The artwork created by the students had to be inspired by a Dr. King moment or speech. Artwork entries also had to convey how students see themselves as productive citizens in their communities and how they can make a positive impact on the world. 

In commemoration of Black History Month, Anna, Scout, and Lydia will share with us tonight their thoughts about the creation of their individual winning artwork as it relates to one of the most prominent civil rights leaders and activists in our history—Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Submitted by: Stephanie Bateman

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education recognize Brown School students Anna Loring, Scout Scherer, and Lydia Schweickart for winning first-, second-, and third- place honors, respectively, in the 2012 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Visual Art Contest and receive a student demonstration of learning and achievement to commemorate Black History Month.

V. Consent Calendar and Superintendent's Report
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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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the consent calendar as presented in Agenda Items V.A. through V.CC.

Actions Taken

Order #204 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the consent calendar as presented in Agenda Items V.A. through V.CC. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Carol Ann Haddad and a second by Mr. Joseph Hardesty.

V.A. Approval of Personnel Actions
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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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the attached report of the personnel actions that she 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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the request for leaves of absence included in the attachment.

V.C. Approval of Job Description
Rationale

On September 26, 2011, the Board of Education approved a contract with Phi Delta Kappa International to conduct an audit of the quality of the system’s curriculum management process and a review of the district’s central administrative structure.

The organizational review delivered to the Board of Education on January 23, 2012, recommended establishing an oversight function that would serve as Ombudsman.

Submitted by: Bill Eckels

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached job description for Ombudsman.

V.D. Approval of Organizational Chart
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On September 26, 2011, the Board of Education approved a contract with Phi Delta Kappa International to conduct an audit of the quality of the system’s curriculum management process and a review of the district’s central administrative structure.

On October 31, 2011, auditors from Phi Delta Kappa International released Recommendation 1, which recommended that the Board direct the superintendent to revise the table of organization based on sound management principles and reconfigure personnel to ensure that all essential functions are covered.

Auditors recommended establishing five executive positions reporting directly to the superintendent: Chief Operations Officer; Chief Academic Officer; Chief Financial Officer; Chief Community Relations Officer; and Data Management, Planning, and Program Evaluation Services Executive Director.

On November 7, 2011, the Board of Education approved job descriptions and authorized the positions for Chief Academic Officer; Chief Diversity, Community Relations, and Communications Officer; Chief Financial Officer; and Chief Operations Officer. 

Based upon these recommendations, the attached organizational chart for the Division of Administration, Office of Superintendent of Schools, is submitted for approval.

Submitted by: Bill Eckels

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached organizational chart for the Division of Administration, Office of Superintendent of Schools.

V.E. Approval of Field Trips
Rationale

This is a report of field trip requests submitted to the Board of Education for approval on February 13,  2012. 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: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens 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.F. Approval of Projects, BG-1 Forms, and Assignment of Architects/Engineers
V.F.1. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Stadium Electrical Upgrades at duPont Manual High School
Rationale

This project addresses the replacement of remaining non-code compliant electrical feeds.

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 the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firm of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of CMTA Engineers, Inc. as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Stadium Electrical Upgrades at duPont Manual High School, for an estimated project cost of $200,000.

V.F.2. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Generator Replacement at Frost Middle School
Rationale

This project will replace the existing generator.

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 the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firm of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of BCCLT Engineers, Inc. as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Generator Replacement at Frost Middle School, for an estimated project cost of $50,000.

V.F.3. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Demolition of Old Apartment Buildings at Iroquois High School
Rationale

This project will address the demolition of old apartment buildings adjacent to the school on property that was recently purchased.

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 the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firms of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of Godsey Associates Architects as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Demolition of Old Apartment Buildings at Iroquois High School, for an estimated project cost of $150,000.

V.F.4. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Exterior Door Replacement Phase I at Moore Traditional School
Rationale

This project is the first phase to fully replace the exterior doors, frames, and locksets.

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 the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firm of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of T. Dade Luckett Associates as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Exterior Door Replacement-Phase I at Moore Traditional School, for an estimated project cost of $50,000.

V.F.5. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architects/Engineers for Replacement of Plexiglass at Stairwells at Norton Elementary School
Rationale

The existing stairwells have plexiglass panels that have become cloudy and need to be replaced with glass.

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 the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firms of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of Jefferson County Public Schools and Environmental Concerns (Asbestos Abatement Only) as the architects/engineers, and the BG-1 form for the Replacement of Plexiglass at Stairwells at Norton Elementary School, for an estimated project cost of $20,000.

V.F.6. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Stadium Bleacher Replacement at Valley Traditional High School
Rationale

This project will completely replace the existing bleachers in the football stadium.

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 the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firm of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of Jefferson County Public Schools as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for Stadium Bleacher Replacement at Valley Traditional High School, for an estimated project cost of $200,000.

V.F.7. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Replacement of Movable Partition at Wheeler Elementary School
Rationale

This project will replace the movable partition between the cafeteria and gymnasium.

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 the attached resolution in order to enter into contracts with the design firm of this project. Plans and specifications will be prepared with this approval. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of Jefferson County Public Schools as the architect/engineer, and the BG-1 form for the Replacement of Movable Partition at Wheeler Elementary School, for an estimated project cost of $37,000.

V.G. Approval of Bid for Food Service Phase 30 Equipment Installation at Various Schools
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This project will consist of demolition, relocation, and installation of existing and new food service equipment for Project #VAR-12021.

On November 21, 2011, the Board of Education approved assigning John Phelps Engineering, Inc. to prepare plans and specifications for this project.

Bids were received, publicly opened, and read aloud in the office of Facilities/Transportation on January 23, 2012.  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

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve awarding a contract to Walker Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for Food Service Phase 30, Equipment Installation at Various Schools, for the low bid of $223,300.

V.H. Approval of Assignment of Architect/Engineer for Theatrical Sound and Lighting Package at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts School
Rationale

This package will provide for outfitting the black box theatre with sound and lighting systems properly designed for the space and appropriate use.

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. 

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the assignment of CMTA Engineers as the architect/engineer for the Theatrical Sound and Lighting Package at Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts School.

V.I. Approval of Revised BG-1 Forms
V.I.1. Approval of Revised BG-1 Form for Renovation Phase 1/Media Center and Elevator at Blue Lick Elementary School
Rationale

On September 13, 2010, the Board of Education approved assigning K. Norman Berry Associates Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 091-9037.

On March 14, 2011, the Board approved awarding a contract to E. H. Construction in the amount of $4,267,847.

In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires the BG-1 forms be revised to include the Cost of Issuance and Bond Discount.

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 form in the amount of $5,208,969 for Renovation Phase 1/Media Center and Elevator at Blue Lick Elementary School.

V.I.2. Approval of Revised BG-1 Form for Renovation Phase 1 at Kammerer Middle School
Rationale

On September 13, 2010, the Board of Education approved assigning CMTA to prepare plans and specifications for Project 162-9039. On March 28, 2011, the Board approved awarding a contract to Hussung Mechanical Contractors in the amount of $4,892,000.

In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires the BG-1 forms be revised to include the Cost of Issuance and Bond Discount.

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 form in the amount of $5,645,100 for Renovation Phase 1 at Kammerer Middle School.

V.I.3. Approval of Revised BG-1 Form for Renovation Phase 1/Media Center and Classroom Addition at Rangeland Elementary School
Rationale

On March 28, 2011, the Board of Education approved assigning McCulloch Associates Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 081-11029.

On December 12, 2011, the Board approved awarding a contract to Parco Constructors Group, LLC in the amount of $4,619,000.

In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires revision of the BG-1 form to match the total funds available.

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 form in the amount of $5,456,101 for Renovation Phase 1/Media Center and Classroom Addition at Rangeland Elementary School.

V.I.4. Approval of Revised BG-1 Form for Renovation Phase 1 at Smyrna Elementary School
Rationale

On September 13, 2010, the Board of Education approved assigning Studio Kremer Architects to prepare plans and specifications for Project 087-9041.

On March 28, 2011, the Board approved awarding a contract to Morel Construction Company in the amount of $4,592,000.

In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires the BG-1 forms be revised to include the Cost of Issuance and Bond Discount.

Submitted by: Michael A. Mulheirn

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 form in the amount of $5,484,323 for Renovation Phase 1 at Smyrna Elementary School.

V.J. Approval of Project Completions and BG-4 Forms
V.J.1. Approval of Project Completion and BG-4 Form to Resurface the Running Track at Ballard High School
Rationale

On May 23, 2011, the Board of Education approved assigning the Jefferson County Public Schools Facilities Planning Unit to prepare plans and specifications for Project VAR-11039.

On June 27, 2011, the Board approved awarding a contract to Tenni Trac Sports Surface as the low bidder.

The JCPS 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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project completion, BG-4 form, and final payment to Tenni Trac Sports Surface to Resurface the Running Track at Ballard High School for a total cost of $42,000.

V.J.2. Approval of Project Completion and BG-4 Form for Renovation Phase 1 at Camp Taylor Elementary School
Rationale

On June 8, 2009, the Board of Education approved assigning CMTA to prepare plans and specifications for Project 004-9031.

On March 22, 2010, 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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project completion, BG-4, and final payment to Marksbury Cornett for Renovation Phase 1 at Camp Taylor Elementary School, for a total construction cost of $2,793,108.35.

V.J.3. Approval of Project Completion and BG-4 Form for Renovation and Site Work at Portland Elementary School
Rationale

On September 13, 2010, the Board of Education approved assigning Carman Associates to prepare plans and specifications for Project 500-11000.

On March 28, 2011, the Board approved awarding a contract to E-Z Construction Company as the low bidder.

Carman Associates 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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project completion, BG-4 form, and final payment to E-Z Construction Company for Renovation and Site Work at Portland Elementary School, for a total construction cost of $368,252.

V.K. 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 Donna Hargens recommends the Board of Education approve the construction change orders included in the attachment.

V.L. Approval of Bid Tabulations and Amendments
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

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the bid tabulations for Instructional and Office Supplies (Line Item); Instructional Supplies and Equipment (Percentage); Physical Education Equipment (Percentage); Electric Motors; Safety Supplies and Equipment (Percentage); Heating, A/C, Refrigeration Supplies and Equipment; Fire Extinguishers and Accessory Items; Awards (School Letters and Inserts); Musical Instruments; Chillers, Water (Air Cooled, Scroll Compressors); Chillers, Water (Air Cooled, Screw Compressors); and Amendment on Bus Body Parts & Accessories.

V.M. 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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached report of purchase orders issued during the period of January 5, 2012, through January 22, 2012.

V.N. 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 Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached report of vouchers paid during the period of January 5, 2012, through January 22, 2012.

V.O. 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

Attachments

Recommended Motion

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

V.P. Approval of the Financial Report for Period Ended December 31, 2011
Rationale

This report is being submitted for Board approval per KRS 160.560 and JCPS Policy DI: Fiscal Accounting and Reporting.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the attached financial report for the period ended December 31, 2011.

V.Q. Approval of the Quarterly Report of Investment Performance
Rationale

This report is being provided to the Board per JCPS Policy DFA: Investment Policy.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive the attached Quarterly Report of Investment Performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2011.

V.R. Approval of a Sanitary Sewer and Drainage Easement at Klondike Lane Elementary School
Rationale

Pursuant to the policies and procedures of the Jefferson County Public School District, and in compliance with a formal request from the Louisville and Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD), it is recommended that the easement be granted.

Approval of this recommendation will authorize the superintendent, or her designee, to sign the necessary documents to implement the easement request.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education grant a sanitary sewer and drainage easement, as shown on the attached plats, to the Louisville and Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District for Klondike Lane Elementary School, 3807 Klondike Lane, Louisville, KY, 40218.

V.S. Approval of a Second Lease Addendum to the VanHoose Annex Lease
Rationale

During the term of the lease under the Second Lease Addendum, the Board agrees to pay the landlord $8,000 per month. Except as amended hereby, all other terms of the lease shall remain in effect.

The district has elected not to exercise the option to extend the lease for three years.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Second Lease Addendum for the VanHoose Annex, located at 4322 Bishop Lane, Louisville, KY, for one year, from February 1, 2012, through January 31, 2013, and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

V.T. Approval of Aviation Insurance Policy Renewal
Rationale

The aviation insurance policy is with National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, PA, and covers the Aviation Program and other related activities in the amount of $5,000,000. The premium is $31,157.93 annually.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education renew the policy for aviation insurance for one year, from March 6, 2012, to March 6, 2013.

V.U. Acceptance of Donations
Rationale

Brandeis Elementary School received $4,000 from the GE Employee Community Fund. The funds will be used to purchase hygiene gift boxes and clothing needs for at-risk and English as a Second Language students.

Butler Traditional High School received $1,000 from Huntington Learning Center. The funds will be used to purchase a 12-month site license for a new teacher website called TeacherWeb.

Carrithers Middle School received $1,000. The school received $500 from Stooges Grill and $500 from Hoops Grill to be used for start-up costs for the softball team.

Coleridge-Taylor Montessori Elementary School received $550 from Lynn Edwards. The funds will be used to pay for the fifth-grade students' travel expenses to Washington, D.C. 

Doss High School received 250 plaster molds for clay impressions valued at $750 from Anna O’Bryan. The molds will be used for art projects in Kelly Mattingly’s art class.

DuPont Manual High School received $1,200 from the Community Foundation of Louisville on behalf of the DuPont Manual High School Alumni Academic Fund. The funds will be used to pay for bus transportation to the Wright State Science Olympiad competition for the science team.

Fern Creek Traditional High School received $1,500 from the Elizabeth Thomas Fund. The funds will be used for step team expenses.

Kerrick Elementary School received electronic equipment valued at $639.97 from Donors Choose.org. The school received two Apple iPod touch digital players to be used for math and literacy centers and to practice academic skills and one Sony Cyber Shot DSC-W 570 digital camera to be used for documenting and demonstrating student learning and to enhance literacy through digital photo stories.

Liberty High School received $1,000 from Lee and Sherrill Zimmerman. The funds will be used to help families and students in emergency situations who need help with glasses, clothes, utilities, and other provisions.

Louisville Male High School received $2,500. The school received $500 from Rick J. Denslow and $2,000 from David and Pauline Wren. The funds will be used for equipment for the wrestling team.

Pleasure Ridge Park High School received $5,000. The school received $500 from Duane King; $1,000 from Mark Clemons; $1,000 from Andy Penick; $1,000 from Matt Linville; and $1,500 from Charlie Jackson to be used for a new scoreboard for the gymnasium.

Shacklette Elementary School received $2,250 from the Shacklette Elementary School Parent Teacher Association. The funds will be used to purchase an indoor grow lab for the Let’s See How They Grow program.

South Park and Westport Teenage Parent Programs received $3,000 from Lafe A. Chaffee, Jr. to be used for student scholarships.

Westport Teenage Parent Program received $1,500 from Wal-Mart. The funds were used for holiday shopping for students.

Wilder Elementary School received $5,400 from the Wilder Elementary Parent Teacher Association. The funds will be used to purchase nine wireless drops from the JCPS Telecommunications Unit.

Submitted by: DeVone Holt

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept donations totaling $31,289.97 to be used as stated in the rationale.

V.V. Acceptance of Funding from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation
Rationale

Jefferson County Public Schools received funding totaling $5,300 from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation (JCPEF) through the following donors:

C. E. and S. Foundation donated $5,000, which represents a matching gift from Mary Gwen Wheeler and David Jones, Jr., to be used for the Madeline and Jerry Abramson Scholarship fund.

Jeff Uligian donated $50 to be used for lunches for JCPEF board meetings, which are held every other month.

ProLiance Holdings donated $250, which represents a matching contribution from Michael Fahrbach, to be used for the baseball team at Louisville Male High School.

Submitted by: DeVone Holt

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept funding totaling $5,300 from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation to be used as stated in the rationale.

V.W. Acceptance of Grants and Funding
Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens 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.W.1. Acceptance of Grant from the University of Louisville Signature Partnership Program for Atkinson Elementary School
Rationale

The University of Louisville has awarded Atkinson Elementary School a Signature Partnership Program Grant in the amount of $7,700.

The funds will be used for teacher candidate retake fees for tests and portfolios as part of the National Board Certification.

Submitted by: Amy Dennes

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a University of Louisville Signature Partnership Program Grant in the amount of $7,700 for Atkinson Elementary School.

V.W.2. Acceptance of Grant From Kentucky Arts Council for Ballard High School
Rationale

The Kentucky Arts Council through the Poetry Out Loud Program has awarded a $1,357.53 grant to Ballard High School. 

The grant will cover the activities and expenses for Ballard High School students to participate in the program.

Submitted by: Joe Burks

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a $1,357.53 grant from Kentucky Arts Council for Ballard High School and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreement.

V.W.3. Acceptance of a Grant from the GE Volunteers Foundation for Brandeis Elementary School
Rationale

The GE Volunteers Foundation has awarded Brandeis Elementary School a grant in the amount of $5,000.

The funds will be used to purchase 12 We Do Robotics NXT Mindstorm kits from the LEGO Corporation.

Submitted by: Amy Dennes

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a grant in the amount of $5,000 from the GE Volunteers Foundation for Brandeis Elementary School.

V.W.4. Acceptance of FY 2012 Teacher Initiated Program Grants from the Kentucky Arts Council
Rationale

The Kentucky Arts Council has awarded FY 2012 Teacher Initiated Program (TIP) Grants to the following elementary schools.

  • Hartstern Elementary—$2,160
  • Hartstern Elementary—$1,080
  • Hawthorne Elementary—$2,160
  • Wilder Elementary—$1,080
The TIP grants will help to cover the cost of residency artists who conduct various arts-related programs in the schools.

Submitted by: Amy Dennes

Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept FY 2012 Teacher Initiated Program Grants in the amount of $6,480 from the Kentucky Arts Council and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreements to implement the programs at Hartstern, Hawthorne, and Wilder elementary schools.

V.W.5. Acceptance of Target Scholarship America Field Trip Grant for Maryhurst
Rationale

The Target Scholarship of America has awarded a field trip grant in the amount of $700 to Maryhurst.

The funds will be used to pay for admission for students to go on instructional field trips.

Submitted by: Joe Burks

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a $700 grant from the Target Scholarship of America Field Trip Grant progam to Maryhurst.

V.W.6. Acceptance of a Grant from the University of Louisville Enhanced First Steps Preschool Program for Middletown Elementary School
Rationale

The University of Louisville has awarded Middletown Elementary School $1,000 through the Enhanced First Steps Preschool Grant Program.

The funds will be used to purchase materials to enhance instruction with at-risk children.

Submitted by: Amy Dennes

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a grant in the amount of $1,000 from the University of Louisville Enhanced First Steps Preschool Program.

V.W.7. Acceptance of Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation Toolbox for Education Grant for Olmsted Academy South
Rationale

Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation has awarded a Toolbox for Education grant in the amount of $3,905 to Olmsted Academy South. 

The funds will be used to purchase supplies for an outdoor reading garden and an outdoor classroom.

Submitted by: Dr. Sandra Ledford

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a Toolbox for Education grant in the amount of $3,905 from Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation for Olmsted Academy South.

V.W.8. Acceptance of Commonwealth of Kentucky Project SMART Grant for TAPP Program
Rationale

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Project SMART grant program, has awarded $242,600 for year three and $240,100 for year four to the South Park and Westport Teenage Parent Programs (TAPP).

The funds will be used to purchase school technology supplies, college visits, field trips, student fees, Family Scholar House liaison services, certified salaries, classified overtime during field trips, and other school needs related to math and science.

Submitted by: Joe Burks

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a grant totaling $242,600 for year three and $240,100 for year four from the Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Project SMART Grant Program, for the South Park and Westport Teenage Parent Programs.

V.W.9. Acceptance of Grant from the University of Louisville Through the Oxley Foundation for The Academy @ Shawnee
Rationale

The University of Louisville, through the Oxley Foundation grant program, has awarded The Academy @ Shawnee a grant in the amount of $20,500.

The funds will be used to pay stipends and travel expenses for the science teaching team to develop, promote, and share a formative assessment system based on the new curriculum standards for the content area of science.

Submitted by: Joe Burks

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a grant for $20,500 from the University of Louisville, through the Oxley Foundation grant program, for The Academy @ Shawnee.

V.W.10. Acceptance of Grant from VSA of Kentucky for Waller-Williams Environmental School
Rationale

VSA of Kentucky, through the Kentucky Arts and Inclusion program, has awarded a grant totaling $1,200 to Waller-Williams Environmental School. 

The funds will be used to host a presentation on rhythm and dance.

Submitted by: Farryll Brown

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a $1,200 grant from VSA of Kentucky through the Kentucky Arts and Inclusion program for Waller-Williams Environmental School.

V.W.11. Acceptance of Target Scholarship America Field Trip Grants
Rationale

The Target Scholarship of America Field Trip Grant Program has awarded grants to the following elementary schools:

  • Blue Lick Elementary—$700
  • Brandeis Elementary—$600
  • Cochran Elementary—$700
  • Indian Trail Elementary—$700
  • Wheatley Elementary—$700
The funds will be used to pay for student admission and bus expenses for various instructional field trips.

Submitted by: Amy Dennes

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept grants totaling $3,400 from the Target Scholarship of America Field Trip Grant Program.

V.W.12. Acceptance of an Increase in Funding from the Kentucky Department of Education for Career & Technical Education Programs
Rationale

The Kentucky Department of Education originally awarded the Jefferson County Public Schools local operation of Career & Technical Education Programs funding in the amount of $2,101,020. Due to a mid-year modification, KDE has increased the amount of the award to $2,840,762.

Career and Technical Education programs offer career pathway opportunities that prepare students with the academic and technical skills needed to compete successfully in the global economy as lifelong learners and productive citizens.

The grant funds will cover approximately 40 percent of salaries and fringe benefits for up to 102 career and technical education teachers and provide money for career and technical education programs within the district. The remaining percentage of salaries and fringes is covered through the general fund. All funds must be spent by June 30, 2012.

Submitted by: Joe Burks

Attachment: Commonwealth of KY MOA #PON2 540 1200000064 2

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept of an increase in funding totaling $739,742 from the Kentucky Department of Education for the Career & Technical Education Programs and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached contract modification.

V.W.13. Acceptance of Carl D. Perkins Title 1, Part C, Carry Forward Funds from the Kentucky Department of Education
Rationale

Career & Technical Education programs offer career pathway opportunities that prepare students with academic and technical skills needed to compete successful in the global economy as lifelong learners and productive citizens.

Grant funds will be used to insure that career and technical education programs are academically rigorous and up-to-date with the needs of business and industry, support innovation and expand access to quality programs. All funds must be spent by June 30, 2012.

Submitted by: Joe Burks

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept carry forward funds from the Carl D. Perkins, Title 1, Part C, Career & Technical Education grant in the amount of $56,625 and authorize the superintendent to sign the necessary documents agreements to receive the funds for the Career & Technical Education Programs.

V.X. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Louisville Metro Government for Playground at Rutherford Elementary School
Rationale

This Memorandum of Understanding with Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government provides for the use of Neighborhood Development Grant funds for the installation of a playground at Rutherford Elementary School.

Metro Council has offered to grant funds in the amount of $5,000 for the purchase and installation of playground equipment.

Submitted by:  DeVone Holt

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding with Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

V.Y. Approval of Agreement for Instructional Services with Louisville Metro Youth Detention Services
Rationale

As the Local Education Agency and Fiscal Agent for the Title I Part D funds and the ADA funds designated for the Louisville Metro Youth Detention Center, the Jefferson County Board of Education is responsible for providing instructional services to juveniles in custody at the Louisville Metro Youth Detention Center.

This Agreement details the responsibilities of each party and describes the process for developing the educational program that will be provided by Jefferson County High School staff to those juveniles in the custody of Louisville Metro Youth Detention Services at the Louisville Metro Youth Detention Center.  

The educational curriculum will include math, science, social studies, language arts, and vocational education and will utilize a variety of technological tools as alternative methods of enhancing the learning experience.

This Agreement shall be effective February 14, 2012, and shall be in force until September 30, 2012, and shall renew annually each year for a maximum period of five years, unless either party gets written notice of non-renewal on or before April 1 of the next preceeding renewal term.

Submitted by: Lynne Wheat

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Agreement for Instructional Services with Louisville Metro Youth Detention Services and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

V.Z. Approval of Student Enrollment Projections for 2012-13
Rationale

District student enrollment projections and individual school enrollment projections are reviewed and revised annually and reported to the members of the Board of Education for approval. 

The review and Board approval ensure that district staff can appropriately plan for staffing of schools, adequate budgeting, boundary adjustments, and student programming for K-12. There are also separate projections for Exceptional Child Education Self-Contained and Early Childhood Education classes that are funded and staffed separately and differently from the K-12 program.

The projections are based upon district and school enrollment history and trends, population changes throughout the county, birth rates, and program capacities. Some sources for this data are the Kentucky Bureau of Vital Statistics, the Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission, the Cornerstone 2020 Task Force Report, the Kentucky State Data Center, and the U.S. Census Bureau. 

Additionally, principals and other staff were given the opportunity to provide input and some adjustments were made based on that input. 

Submitted by:  Jack Jacobs

Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve Attachment A, which contains districtwide student enrollment projections for the next five school years, and Attachment B, which lists the individual school enrollment projections for 2012-13.

V.AA. Revision of Board Policies
V.AA.1. Revision of Board Policies: Community Relations Policies (First Reading)
Rationale

The proposed revisions were made in conjunction with Kentucky School Boards Association’s Policy Service (“KSBA”). With these revisions, we will be converting to a number system rather than our current lettering system.

In the system of revision used in the attached policies, underlined (____) words are proposed language, words containing (-----) are proposed deleted language and yellow highlighting is language that KSBA recommends that Boards include in the policy area.

Submitted by: Rosemary Miller

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens and Policy Development Committee Chair Linda Duncan recommend that the Board of Education receive the attached JCPS Community Relations Policies for first submission and reading.

V.AA.2. Revision of Board Policies: Tobacco Policies (First Reading)
Rationale

The proposed revisions were made in conjunction with Kentucky School Boards Association’s Policy Service (“KSBA”). With these revisions, we will be converting to a number system rather than our current lettering system.

In the system of revision used in the attached policies, underlined (____) words are proposed language, words containing (-----) are proposed deleted language and yellow highlighting is language that KSBA recommends that Boards include in the policy area.

Submitted by: Rosemary Miller

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens and Policy Development Committee Chair Linda Duncan recommend that the Board of Education receive the attached JCPS Tobacco Policies for first submission and reading.

V.BB. Memorandum of Agreement with Jeffersontown Police for the School Resource Officer Program
Rationale

School Resource Officers have three main functions: law enforcement officer, law-related educator, and advisor.

  • As a law enforcement officer, the SRO maintains a safe and secure school environment in which "...teachers feel safe to teach and students feel safe to learn."
  • As a law-related educator, the SRO conducts classroom presentations pertaining to law-related topics, as in doing so, informs student and promoted positive attitudes regarding the role of police in society.
  • The SRO acts as an advisor to students, parents, teachers, and staff on issues related to law enforcement, substance abuse, delinquency, violence, and other law-related topics.
The SRO may talk with students, parents, teachers, and staff about their problems and help them find possible solutions. When necessary, the SRO may make referrals to counselors or appropriate social service agencies for additional assistance.

The goals and objectives of the SRO are to maintain a safe and secure environment on campus that will be conducive to learning; establish a positive working relationship in a cooperative effort to prevent juvenile delinquency and assist in student development; and promote positive attitudes regarding the police role in society and to inform students of their rights and responsibilities as lawful citizens.

Submitted by: Jack Jacobs

Attachment 

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with the Jeffersontown Police Department for the School Resource Officer Program and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

V.CC. Approval of Resolutions Concerning Jefferson County School District Finance Corporation
Rationale

The approval of the attached Resolutions approves, ratifies and confirms the actions of the Jefferson County School District Finance Corporation.  This action is necessary in order to effect the issuance of the Corporation’s (i) School Building Revenue Bonds, Series 2012A (the “Series 2012A Bonds”) and (ii) School Building Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2012B (the “Series 2012B Bonds” and together with the Series 2012A Bonds, the “Bonds”).  The current interest rate on the outstanding bonds to be refunded by the Series 2012B Bonds ranges from 4.00% to 4.50%.  The refunding bonds authorized by the attached Resolutions are expected to capture substantial savings available at the current market’s lower long-term interest rates.

Submitted by: Rosemary Miller

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Hargens recommends that the Board approve the attached resolutions concerning the Jefferson County School District Finance Corporation.

VI. Action Items
VI.A. Approval of 2012-13 and 2013-14 School Calendars
Rationale

The District Calendar Committee composed of representatives from employee unions, central office departments, the PTA, Board District parent representatives and local schools provided input for the attached calendars.

The calendars include 187 scheduled days plus two extended days for teachers and 175 days (1074 instructional hours) for students.  Teachers will have one day prior to the start date to set up their classrooms.

Included within the calendar are the following:

  • 1074 Student Instruction Hours
  • 4 Paid Holidays
  • 4 Professional Development days (3 flexible)
  • 2 Gold Days
  • 2 Silver Days (extended employment)
  • 1 Opening Day
  • 1 Closing Day
  • 1 Non-Day
  • 3 Recovery/Makeup Days
2012-2013 Student Makeup Days: 2/25, 2/26, 2/27, 2/28, 3/1, 6/6, 6/7, 6/10, 6/11, 6/12, 6/13, 6/14
    If 2/25 used for instruction, makeup for flexible professional after closing day.
    If 3/1 used for instruction, makeup for extended professional after closing day.

2013-2014 Student Makeup Days: 2/24, 2/25, 2/26, 2/27, 2/28, 6/6/, 6/9, 6/10, 6/11, 6/12, 6/13
    If 2/24 used for instruction, makeup for flexible professional after closing day.
    If 2/28 used for instruction, makeup for extended professional after closing day.

Any accrued instructional time in District calendars over the Kentucky Department of Education's minimum is to be designated as "banked" instructional time.

All 260/261-day employees have nine paid holidays. A list of the recommended paid holidays for the 2012-13 and 2013-14 school years is attached.

Submitted by: Bill Eckels

Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached 2012-13 and 2013-14 school calendars and the list of recommended paid holidays for 260/261-day employees.

Actions Taken

Order #205 - Motion to Amend Passed:  A recommendation to approve the attached 2012-13 school calendar and the list of recommended paid holidays for 260/261-day employees passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Hujo and a second by Mr. Joseph Hardesty.

VI.B. Approval of Vision, Mission, Values, Focus Areas, and Goals
Rationale

An important function of Board governance is to set the direction for the school system.

The Board of Education created a draft Vision Statement, Mission Statement, Values, and Focus Areas, and Goals during their 2011 Strategic Planning Session on October 28 and 29, 2011.  During their December 12 work session, the Board again reviewed and made additional revisions to the draft Vision, Mission, Values, Focus Areas, and Goals. 

The Board solicited input from the employees, students, parents, and community members.  The attached document has been updated to include the revisions made during the January 23, 2012, work session based on the feedback.

Submitted by: Superintendent Donna Hargens

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board approve the attached Vision, Mission, Values, Focus Areas, and Goals.

Actions Taken

Order #206 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board approve the attached Vision, Mission, Values, Focus Areas, and Goals. The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Carol Ann Haddad and a second by Mrs. Debbie Wesslund.

VII. Discussion Items
VII.A. 2011–12 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. 

Attachments

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items to occur during the 2011-12 fiscal year.

Actions Taken

Order #207 - Motion Passed:  Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education receive for information a planning calendar outlining discussion agenda items to occur during the 2011-12 fiscal year as amended to add Briefings on the Implementation of the New Teacher Evaluation and Principal Effectieness, a Legislative Update (March 2012), and the 2013-14 and 2014-15 School Calendars (October 2012). The recommendation passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda Duncan and a second by Mrs. Debbie Wesslund.

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 February 13, 2012, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at xxx p.m.

Actions Taken

Order #208 - Motion Passed:  A recommendation to adjourn the February 13, 2012, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at 8:40 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Hujo and a second by Mrs. Carol Ann Haddad.