Jefferson County
December 10, 2012 7:00 PM
Regular Meeting
I. Moment of Silence
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Welcome to the December 10, 2012, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education.

Please join us in 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.

II.A. Vision Statement
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III. Approval of Minutes
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The minutes from the November 26, 2012, regular meeting are presented for your review and approval.

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the minutes from the November 26, 2012, regular meeting.

IV. A. Recognition of Joseph L. Hardesty, Larry Hujo, and Stephen P. Imhoff
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Joseph L. Hardesty has served the Jefferson County Board of Education since 1990. He served as Chairperson in 1997 and 1998 and again from 2004 to 2008. He also served as Vice-Chairperson in 1993. In 2008, he was named Kentucky Outstanding School Board Member of the Year by the Kentucky School Boards Association. Mr. Hardesty is an attorney with the law firm of Stites and Harbison, where he specializes in commercial litigation. His distinguished leadership and service to the community includes serving on the Executive Board of the Boy Scouts of America and the Lincoln Heritage Council. He is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and the University of Louisville School of Law. He actively served in the U.S. Army from 1976 to 1981 and continued his service in the Army Reserves until 1999. 

Larry Hujo is a 1976 graduate of Jeffersontown High School and a graduate of Leadership Louisville. He has served on the Jefferson County Board of Education since 2001, and he served as Vice-Chairperson in 2002. He served a four-year apprenticeship through the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. Mr. Hujo’s exemplary leadership includes serving on the Kentucky Technical Career Assessment Steering Committee, the Kentucky Housing Corporation, the Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee, and the boards of the Portland Museum and Metropolitan Housing Coalition.

During his tenure as a member of the Jefferson County Board of Education, Stephen P. Imhoff served as Chairperson in 2011 through June 2012 and served as Vice-Chairperson from 2004 to 2008 and again during the last half of the 2012 school year. He is a graduate of Seneca High School, the University of Kentucky, and the University of Tennessee School of Law. He is in the private practice of law and has served the community in several capacities, including serving as board member of the Legal Aid Society of Louisville; serving as past board member and officer of the Crescent Hill Community Council, Clifton Community Council, and United Crescent Hill Ministries; and serving on the board of Wittenberg University from 1982 to 1988. Mr. Imhoff is a member of the Third Lutheran Church, is the Kiwanis advisor to the duPont Manual High School Key Club, and has volunteered as a public school tutor for more than ten years. 

It is with great honor that the Jefferson County Public School District recognizes and extends its sincere appreciation to these leaders for their commitment and service to JCPS.

Submitted by: Christi Lanier-Robinson

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education recognize Joseph L. Hardesty, Larry Hujo, and Stephen P. Imhoff, members of the Jefferson County Board of Education, for their outstanding leadership and dedicated service to the Jefferson County Public School District.

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.X.

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 action 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: Dr. Michael Raisor

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 of Absence
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Pursuant to Kentucky Revised Statutes, leaves of absence must be recommended by the superintendent and approved by the Board of Education.

The following personnel actions are in compliance with federal and state laws and Board policy regarding equal employment opportunities.

Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the requests for leaves of absence included in the attachment.

V.C. Approval of Job Descriptions
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The attached job descriptions are submitted to change the job title of one (1) Disaster Recovery Administrator to Business Continuity Analyst; incorporate additional responsibilities related to business continuity to afford quicker access to critical data in the event of a non-major disaster; and change minimum qualifications to Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or six (6) years of demonstrable experience in implementing business continuity and disaster recovery solutions in an enterprise environment, which will allow for healthier competition and access to a larger pool of qualified candidates.

Minimum qualifications are added to the job descriptions for Educational Recovery Specialist and Educational Recovery Leader as recommended by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board.

Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached job descriptions for Business Continuity Analyst, Educational Recovery Specialist, and Educational Recovery Leader.

V.D. Approval of Organizational Charts
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The Curriculum Management organizational chart is submitted to change the funding source of forty-two (42) Resource Teachers (195 day) from categorical funding to general funding, and delete nine (9) Resource Teachers (195 day).

The Kentucky Department of Education was granted a waiver from the United States Department of Education regarding the No Child Left Behind regulations governing how schools are judged from a performance standard. As a result Title I can no longer fund professional development activities on a district-wide basis. At the time the waiver became effective, Title I was the largest funding source for Resource Teachers. These positions provide a critical service to schools and must be maintained making it necessary to change their funding to General Fund.

The Management Information Services organizational chart is submitted to change one (1) Disaster Recovery Administrator to Business Continuity Analyst.

Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached organizational charts for Curriculum Management and Management Information Services.

V.E. Approval of Field Trip Requests
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This is a report of field trip requests submitted to the Board of Education for approval on December 10, 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: Dr. Michael Raisor

Attachments

Recommended Motion

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

V.F. Approval of Project, BG-1 Form, and Assignment of Architects/Engineers for the Boiler Replacement at Sanders Elementary School
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This project will address the replacement of the existing heating boiler.

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: Dr. Michael Raisor

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project, the assignment of Kerr Greulich Engineers and Environmental Concerns (Asbestos Abatement only) as the architects/engineers, and the BG-1 form for the Boiler Replacement at Sanders Elementary School, for an estimated project cost of $220,000.

V.G. Approval of Revised BG-1 Form for the 2012 Concrete Repairs at Various Schools
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On April 30, 2012, the Board of Education approved the JCPS Facility Planning Unit to prepare plans and specifications for Project #VAR-12046.

On June 25, 2012, the Board approved awarding a contract to J-Town Contractors for $12,852.

In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires revision of the BG-1 form when the contingency balance exceeds the budgeted amount.

Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 form for $63,093 for the 2012 Concrete Repairs at Various Schools.

V.H. Approval of Project Completion and BG-4 Form for the 2012 Paving Package 2 at Various Schools for MAC Construction & Excavating, Inc.
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On April 30, 2012, the Board of Education approved assigning the Jefferson County Public Schools Facilities Planning Unit to prepare plans and specifications for Project VAR-12046.

On May 29, 2012, the Board approved awarding a contract to MAC Construction & Excavating, Inc. as the low bidder.

The JCPS Facility Planning Unit has made a final inspection and concluded that this contract is complete and final payment is due the contractor.

Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the project completion, BG-4 form, and final payment to MAC Construction & Excavating, Inc. for the 2012 Paving Package 2 at Various Schools, for a total construction cost of $98,565.

V.I. Approval of Construction Change Orders
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In accordance with 702 KAR 4:160, the Kentucky Department of Education requires that all change orders shall be approved by local board action.

Change order descriptions are included in the attachment.

Submitted by: Dr. Michael Raisor

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Recommended Motion

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

V.J. Approval of Bid Tabulations
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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.

Copies of the above-reference bid tabulations are also available on eMeeting. 

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment  

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the bid tabulations for Lunchroom Commodities (Manufacturers Only—Warehouse Delivery); Pump Parts (Various); Lunchroom Commodities (Warehouse Delivery) and Lunchroom Commodities (School Delivery).

V.K. Approval of Professional Services Contracts of $5,000 or More
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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.L. Acceptance of Purchase Order Report
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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 November 12, 2012, through November 25, 2012.

V.M. Acceptance of Voucher Report
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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 November 12, 2012, through November 25, 2012.

V.N. Acceptance of Monthly Report of Professional Services Contracts
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This report is provided to the Board per JCPS Policy DJA: Program Consultants.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the attached monthly report of professional services contracts in place as of November 27, 2012.

V.O. Acceptance of the Activity Fund Budget Summary for Fiscal Year 2013
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This report summarizes the district's compliance with the state's Accounting Procedures for School Activity Funds (Redbook) regarding annual budgets.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept the Activity Fund Budget Summary for Fiscal Year 2013.

V.P. Approval to Purchase Property at 5214 and 5216 Ilex Avenue
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The attached agreement proposes that the Jefferson County Board of Education purchase property at 5214 and 5216 Ilex Avenue for a purchase price of $55,000.

The Ilex Avenue properties adjoin the Thomas Jefferson Middle School property, where a new preschool center will be built. The land on Ilex Avenue will be used to create frontage for an entrance to the preschool center.

Submitted by: Cordelia Hardin

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached agreement to purchase property at 5214 and 5216 Ilex Avenue, and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

V.Q. Acceptance of Donations
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Cochran Elementary School received donations totaling $4,350 from the St. James Court Art Show Inc. ($2,850) and the St. James Court Association Art Show Consortium ($1,500). The funds will be deposited into the student activity account and will be used for student needs. 

DuPont Manual High School received $1,000 from Suender Kumar Sandella to be used for competition fees and travel expenses for the Science Olympiad and Math Science and Technology program.

Foster Traditional Academy received $1,500 from Whayne Supply Company to be used for a wellness area for the students.

Waggener High School received $500 from Apollo Oil Inc. to be used for the baseball team.

Watson Lane Elementary School received $10,000 from LG&E for the school's playground. 

South Park Teenage Parent Program (TAPP) received $25 from Anne Ewing. The donation will be used to purchase sweatshirts for students in Project SMART (Science, Math and the Right Technology), a program focused on post-secondary education and career exploration.

South Park Teenage Parent Program received donations totaling $905.18 from Donna Block ($20), Janet Davis ($50), Erin Woodham ($20), Nancy Spencer ($100), R. Usher ($100), Brian and Leigh Osborne ($200), Denise Benton ($20), Kenwood Heights Christian Church ($175), Krista Pierce ($20), Cindy Ohlman ($20), Betty McQuillen ($50), Rachel Rice ($20), St. Andrew United Church of Christ ($104.18), and Tish Usher ($6). The donations will be used in Pooh's Corner, a program that helps students with Christmas items for their children.

South Park Teenage Parent Program received donations of miscellaneous items including baby toys, baby clothes, quilts, and blankets valued at $560 from Terry Russo ($100), Betty Keller ($100), Sylvia Rhodes ($20), Carney and Faye Powers ($100), Cheryl Cook ($50), Tonya Cabrai ($50), Sylvia Linton ($100), and Joyce Horrell ($40). The items will be used in Pooh's Corner, a program that helps student with Christmas items for their children.

South Park Teenage Parent Program received donations totaling $180 from Janet Davis ($15), Joyce Horrell ($15), Sara York ($20), Linda Hedgespeth ($20), Cheryl Cook ($30), Cynthia Ohlman ($40), and Donna Block ($40). The donations will be used in the HOPE fund, which assists students in paying utility bills and purchasing medication and other needed items or services.

Submitted by: Dr. Robert J. Rodosky

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept donations totaling $19,020.18 to be used as stated in the rationale.

V.R. Acceptance of Funding from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation
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Jefferson County Public Schools received $42,975 from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation through the following donors:

  • Brown Forman donated $25,000, which represents their 2012–13 commitment of matching funds in support of the Investing In Innovation (i3) Making Time for What Matters Most programs at The Academy @ Shawnee, Fern Creek Traditional High School, Moore Traditional School, Valley High School, Waggener High School, and Western High School.
  • The Ralph B. Knollenberg III Foundation donated $4,500 to be used by School and Community Nutrition Services for the Communities Putting Prevention to Work project.
  • Qk4 Inc. donated $3,000 as part of the five-year Engineering is Elementary (EiE) program at Wheeler Elementary School.
  • Louisville Originals donated $1,000 to the JCPS Garden Schools Program to be administered by School and Community Nutrition Services. 
  • Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government donated $9,475 through the use of Neighborhood Development Grant funds for the purchase and installation of playground equipment at Watson Lane Elementary School.
Submitted by: Christi Lanier-Robinson

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept funding totaling $42,975 from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation to be used as stated in the rationale.

V.S. Acceptance of Grants and Funding
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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.S.1. through V.S.3.

V.S.1. Acceptance of Grant from Metro United Way for the District-Sponsored AmeriCorps REACH Project
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Metro United Way has awarded the district a $25,000 Education Agenda Targeted Investment Grant to support the District's Ready to Extend a Helping Hand (REACH) Corps Project, which provides AmeriCorps members as mentors for students with truancy issues at Cane Run, Coral Ridge, Fairdale, Jacob, Kenwood, Klondike Lane, Layne, and Wilkerson elementary schools, Olmsted Academy North, Olmsted Academy South, and Frost, Highland, Knight, Meyzeek, Western, and Westport middle schools.

The grant will provide supplemental funding for educational field trips and school supplies for participating students.

Submitted by: Christi Lanier-Robinson

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept funding in the amount of $25,000 from Metro United Way to support the District's AmeriCorps REACH project.

V.S.2. Acceptance of Grant from Kentucky Adult Education, Council on Postsecondary Education, for English Literacy/Civics Education
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Kentucky Adult Education, Council on Postsecondary Education, has awarded the district $92,878 to provide service to assist 320 non-native English speakers living in Jefferson County in acquiring the skills to prepare for the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) citizenship test and interview, attain citizenship, and complete at least one National Reporting System (NRS) education level. The funding will cover eight managed enrollment classes held at six locations in Jefferson County.

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

Submitted by: Christi Lanier-Robinson

Attachment: Comm of KY Doc ID No PO2 415 1300002794 1 

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept a $92,878 grant from Kentucky Adult Education, Council on Postsecondary Education, to fund English Literacy/Civics education and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached agreement.

V.S.3. Acceptance of Funding from Jefferson Community & Technical College for the Accelerating Opportunity-Kentucky Initiative
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Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC) and the Jefferson County Board of Education are partners in a new statewide initiative called Accelerating Opportunity-Kentucky (AOKY).

AOKY's goal is to ensure that more Kentucky adults gain the skills they need for today's high-demand jobs through innovative, short-term, and stackable education programs that will lead to valuable credentials. AOKY will offer a contextualized environment where basic skills are integrated into technical coursework.

JCPS Adult and Continuing Education will provide qualified instructors to team teach Adult Basic Education curriculum and technical content in collaboration with JCTC faculty and assist in recruiting students for this initiative. No additional staffing will be needed to fulfill the terms of the agreement.

JCTC will provide reimbursement in the amount of $30,000 for services rendered from January 1, 2013, through December 31, 2013. Implementation of the program will not begin until the agreement is approved by the Board of Education.

Submitted by: Christi Lanier-Robinson

Attachment: AOKY Memorandum of Agreement

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education accept funding in the amount of $30,000 from the Kentucky Community and Technical College System on behalf of Jefferson Community and Technical College for the Accelerating Opportunity-Kentucky Initiative and authorize the superintendent to sign the attached Memorandum of Agreement.

V.T. Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation for Vision Screening Program
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The Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation offers a vision screening program for children ages five and under. The program consists of a non-invasive photo screening that detects most problems that cause poor vision in young children, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, strabismus (improperly aligned eyes), cataracts, and other conditions which may cause Amblyopia (lazy eye). 

The screening is done by taking two pictures of the eyes, one with the flash in the vertical position and one in the horizontal position. The MTI PhotoScreener camera, which is connected to a computer, captures the eye’s light reflection as the photograph is taken.

Through the attached Memorandum of Agreement, JCPS agrees to provide the use of mutually agreed upon facilities for Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation employees/volunteers to perform the screenings. Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation will notify the JCPS Health Services Coordinator and the Family Resource and Youth Service Center Coordinators with student results to follow-up with parents.

The attached Memorandum of Agreement shall be effective beginning December 11, 2012, and ending on December 11, 2013. The Agreement shall automatically renew for successive one-year terms for five (5) years terminating on December 11, 2017.

Submitted by: Dr. Dewey Hensley

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Agreement with the Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation for a vision screening program and authorize the superintendent to execute the agreement on behalf of the Board and to execute future annual renewal agreements.

V.U. Approval to Submit a Request to KDE for Permission to Use Disaster Days for Watson Lane Elementary and Frost Middle Schools
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On Wednesday afternoon, October 31, 2012, and all day Thursday, November 1, 2012, classes at Watson Lane Elementary School and Frost Middle School were canceled due to the derailment of a train carrying hazardous chemicals.

The two schools were closed for students and staff because of a hazardous chemical explosion and fire resulting in an Emergency Management Agency shelter-in-place designation for the area. 

Students will be provided opportunities to learn through interventions inside and outside the classroom and learning places.

Submitted by: Dr. Dewey Hensley

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education submit a written request to Commissioner Terry Holliday seeking approval for Watson Lane Elementary School and Frost Middle School to use disaster days for the afternoon of October 31, 2012, and all day November 1, 2012, due to the closure of the schools as a result of the derailment of a train carrying hazardous chemicals.

V.V. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority for AmeriCorps College Coach at Waggener High School
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Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) administers various student financial aid programs and conducts myriad outreach activities in order to help improve access to higher education for Kentucky students and their families. KHEAA will place a fully-trained AmeriCorps College Coach in Waggener High School to serve as a full-time near-peer mentor for students.

KHEAA will provide regular, rotating oversight for the AmeriCorps member to ensure he/she is engaged in service activities to help high school students and their parents develop higher educational aspirations, and learn about and use available resources to help pay for education beyond high school.

KHEAA will provide age-appropriate publications and outreach services to students and parents as well as training on KHEAA resources to school personnel.

Waggener High School will submit a report to KHEAA if expenses occur. The school may provide supervision, office space, office supplies, technology, mileage, and some program support expenses.

Waggener High School will provide the AmeriCorps College Coach with opportunities to interact will all students and parents and provide access to student data and Individual Learning Plans.

The service period is from September 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013. The agreement is late being submitted for approval due to a delay in receiving the original agreement from KHEAA.

Submitted by: Dr. Dewey Hensley

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding with Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority and authorize the superintendent to sign same.

V.W. Approval of Resolutions Concerning the Jefferson County School District Finance Corporation
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The approval of the attached Resolutions approves, ratifies and confirms the actions of the Jefferson County School District Finance Corporation (the “Corporation”). This action is necessary in order to effect the issuance of the Corporation’s School Building Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2013B (the “Series 2013B Bonds” or the “Bonds”). 

The current interest rate on the outstanding bonds to be refunded by the Series 2013B Bonds ranges from 4.250 percent to 5.000 percent. 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

Attachment

Recommended Motion

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

V.X. Approval of 2012–13 Comprehensive District Improvement Plan
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On May 29, 2012, the Board of Education approved the Strategic Plan Vision 2015. The goals and strategies outlined in the strategic plan are designed to set a course for the district through 2015. This plan makes our priorities clear, ensures full transparency, and will use measurable outcomes to hold us accountable for maintaining a focus on what will benefit our students. This strategic plan will guide and focus our daily work.

After Board approval, the Superintendent and Cabinet engaged their staff in formulating detailed series of action steps for the 2012–13 school year, including timelines and personnel responsible, to implement each of the strategies so that we can accomplish our goals.

The final document, which includes goals, strategies, and action steps, serves as the 2012–13 Comprehensive District Improvement Plan. Public feedback for the strategic plan was gathered by placing the document on the Web, distributing it to all principals, and meeting with various community groups.

Submitted by: Dr. Robert J. Rodosky

Attachment

Recommended Motion

Superintendent Donna Hargens recommends that the Board of Education approve the attached 2012–13 Comprehensive District Improvement Plan.

VI. Action Items
VII. Discussion Items
VII.A. 2012–13 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 action and discussion throughout this fiscal year.

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

Attachment

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 2012–13 fiscal year.

VIII. Board Reports/Requests
IX. Persons Requesting to Address the Board on Non-Agenda Items
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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 December 10, 2012, meeting of the Jefferson County Board of Education at xxx p.m.