Nelson County Regular 
March 20, 2018 5:00 PM
Central Office

Attendance Taken at 4:53 PM: 

Present Board Members:   
Mrs. Diane Berry 
Mrs. Diane Breeding 
Mr. Jeff Dickerson 
Mr. Damon Jackey 
Mrs. Rebekah McGuire-Dye 
 
I. Call to Order  
The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chairperson, Damon Jackey.
 
II. Changes to the Agenda  
There were no changes to the agenda.

III. Student & Shareholder Engagement  

III.A. Student Performance  
Students from The Boston School presented projects from the Future City competition. The students worked in teams to create a city that was age friendly. They shared their process and explained the product. 

III.B. Good News  
To date, there have been a total of 330 online APEX courses completed by students of The Academy, with 104 courses complete this semester.

At the BETA convention that was held in Lexington, Bloomfield Elementary had the following students who placed:
5th place Math- Charles Buckman
4th place Book Battle: Caden Hardin, Cheyenne Bailey, Jacob Willett
National Qualifiers include: 
3rd place Science- Carsen Keeling
3rd place Language Arts- Alli O'Bryan
3rd place Advertising Design- Addie Avis and Alivia Morris
3rd place Banner- Emily Sanders, Alivia Morris, and Scarlettann Williams
3rd place t-shirt design- Scarlettann Williams

Bloomfield Middle School STLP will be competing in the state championship on March 29th. 7th & 8th grade Band will be competing on March 28th in Hardin County.  

The Boston Middle School team advances Sawyer Boone to compete in the math assessment on March 17th. Our elementary academic team took 2nd overall in the district governor's cup on February 10th. The FPS team which includes: Cade Benningfield, Brenin Ford-Pedigo, Kinsi Floyd and Wyatt Carter, took 1st place. Addisyn Cull placed 5th, Sophia Pimentel-Tonche placed 2nd and Charles Bowling place 1st in written composition. Kinsi Floyd placed 5th in math. Brianna Cothern placed 3rd and Jonathan Jimision placed 4th in language arts. Chloe Hall placed 5th in Arts and Humanities. The FPS team took 3rd place in regional FPS competition earlier this month.

Cox's Creek Elementary raised over $1,200 for the WHAS Crusade for Children.  The Future Problem Solvers placed first in the district competition. Every grade level is implementing a spring project based learning unit. Some of these include an Entrepreneur Fair, an area and perimeter unit where students will create a garden for our school, and a 5th Grade Writing/Art showcase.

Students at the Early Learning Center enjoyed going on Leprechaun hunts; searching for the pot of gold. Ms. Katie's class found all the clues with rhyming words and their pot of gold was hidden in the classroom. Ms. Krista and Ms. Jessica's class is learning to add and subtract with dice and Cat in the Hat. Students are enjoying taking a book home to read with family from our Lending Library. Our Lending Library was made possible through the WHAS Grant and we are thankful for their support. 

Foster Heights 1st grade students in Mrs. Miles and Catanzarito's class participated in passion projects requiring them to research a topic of their choice and present their learning to their peers and Foster Heights families.

Congratulations to NCHS student, Laurel Philpott, who was invited to attend Craft and Gatton Academies. Laurel will attend Gatton in the fall.

New Haven will host STEAM day on the Friday before spring break. Students will spend the day traveling around the school visiting various STEAM centers.
Kaileigh Ervin earned first place on the Arts and Humanities written assessment and Lawson Strenecky earned second place on the Social Studies written assessment at the regional academic team competition. They both will move on to compete at the state level on Sunday, March 18. Reagan Trzop was chosen by Mrs. Potter to represent Family Resource as a Legislative Page in Frankfort on March 1st.  Zachary Moore and Skylar Herron advanced as individuals to the Archery State Tournament.

Congratulations to Meridith Bradford who will be representing Thomas Nelson High School at the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership conference this June.
 
III.C. Nelson Co. Schools Community Support Inc.  
Director, Dorothy White, gave the following update on the foundation: 
•	Upcoming Senior & Alumni Event to be held on 4/26/18 at TNHS
•	11 scholarships to be awarded this year
•	Currently accepting nominations for the T. Gerald Florence Award
•	To date, $7,070 has been received in donations

III.D. Superintendent Search Process  
Ownens Saylor reported there were 20 applications received for the Superintendent position. The screening committee has completed their work and prepared a recommendation for the Board. Mr. Saylor will meet with the Board tonight in Executive Session to discuss the recommendation and the process for moving forward.

IV. Operations Consent Agenda  

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve consent items as presented passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mrs. Diane Berry. The motion was unanimous.
 
IV.A. Information: Personnel Actions  
New Hires:                 
Grady Thomas            Teacher          TNHS
Jennifer Sanders        Bus Driver       Trans

Transfers:None                     

Reinstatements:  None

One Year Certification:           

Classified Subs: Yohonna Maddox, Vincencio Cruz, Theresa Morris, Amanda Quack, Lori Boblitt, Hailey Still
Certified Substitute: Danny Carter, Lindsey Simons, Britney Newton, Amie Isabel

Student Workers:

Non-Renewals: None                        

Resignation:                          

Retirements:  

Reprimands/Terminations:  None
 
IV.B. Treasurer's Report  

IV.C. Bills and Claims  

IV.D. MUNIS Report  

IV.E. Leaves of Absence  
Intermittent Leave:                  
Medical Leave:            Teacher            CC
                          IA                 CC
Maternity Leave:                      

Educational Leave:        None 
 
IV.F. Minutes from Previous Meeting  
2/20/18 – February Board Meeting
2/20/18 – Special Called Meeting

IV.G. Fundraiser Requests  
Foster Heights	PTO		Selling Greeting Cards	3/19/18-2/30/18
New Haven School	School wide	Cookie Dough		Spring 2018 (Dates TBD)
OKH Middle		School wide	Paragon Sales		3/15/18	

IV.H. Overnight/Out-of-State Trips  
NCHS Drama		Derby Dinner Playhouse	Clarksville, IN	3/22/18

IV.I. 2nd Reading Policy 09.12  

V. Efficient Resource Management   

V.A. Facilities Update  

V.A.1. TNHS Change Order 14  
Tim Hockensmith presented the following change order for TNHS:

Change Order 14 - M&J Construction, replaced pea gravel with concrete sidewalk. 

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve Change Order 14 for the project at TNHS as presented passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Berry and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.  The motion was unanimous.

V.A.2. TNHS BG4  
Tim Hockensmith presented the BG4 for bid package 2 for the TNHS project.

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve BG4 for bid package 2 for the TNHS project passed with a motion by Mr. Jeff Dickerson and a second by Mrs. Rebekah McGuire-Dye.  The motion was unanimous.

V.B. CEP Update  
Deborah Thompson presented a recommendation to approve the Early Learning Center to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision for the 2018-2019 school year.

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve the Early Learning Center to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision for the 2018-2019 School Year passed with a motion by Mrs. Rebekah McGuire-Dye and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding. The motion was unanimous. 

V.C. 2018-2019 District Calendar Update/Set Graduation  
Bob Morris presented the following recommendation for the 2018-2019 school calendar: 

Date Missed        Make-up Day
March 12, 2018     May 25, 2018

Teachers will return for .5 closing day on May 29, 2018.

Date and times for graduation:
May 25th at 5:30 p.m.  Nelson County High School 
May 25th at 7:30 p.m.  Thomas Nelson High School

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve make-up day for March 12, 2018 and times for graduation as presented passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mrs. Diane Berry.  The motion was unanimous.

V.D. FRYSC Continuation Plans  
Ann Marie Williams presented the 18-19 FRYSC Continuation Plans. These plans provide a template for the Family Resource and Youth Service Centers in regard to site needs, program services, and budgeting. Each plan includes a needs assessment and action plan for each center and have been approved by FRYSC councils and local SBDMs. 

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve the 2018-2019 FRYSC Continuation Plans as presented passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Berry and a second by Mr. Jeff Dickerson. The motion was unanimous.  

VI. College and Career Readiness  

VI.A. NCS Personalized Blended Learning Programs  
Robbie Leathers and Kim Brown presented information on the proposed Personalized Blended Learning Program. The program accepts K-12 grade students whose parents would like to homeschool with educational guidance support and extracurricular opportunities. Coursework is delivered primarily digitally, however students must attend seminars, participate in MAP testing to measure progress and may attend state testing.

The pilot program will target no more than 10 students in middle and high school combined. Some students will be present in school, others will not. All students will have access to a certified teacher from 8:00-5:00, Tuesday – Thursday. Data will be gathered from March 1st through May 25th. 

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve the pilot program for the Personalized Blended Learning Program passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mrs. Rebekah McGuire-Dye. The motion was unanimous.  

VI.B. Associate Degree Program  
Kim Brown presented the 64 Credit Associates Degree Program with Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. Mrs. Brown set out the requirements for the three year plan. 

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve the 64 Credit Associates Degree Program with ECTC passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Berry and a second by Mrs. Diane Breeding.  The motion was unanimous.

VI.C. STOP District/School TIP Hot Line  
Kim Brown presented an agreement between the Kentucky Center for School Safety and the NCS Board of Education for the district’s use of the STOP Tip Hotline. 

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve the District's use of the STOP Tip Hotline as presented passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Berry and a second by Mr. Jeff Dickerson. The motion was unanimous.  

VI.D. Reorganization of Instructional Coaches & Job Creation  
Due to the reorganization of instructional coaches, Mr. Tom Brown presented the recommendation to approve the .5 Assistant Principal position at Cox's Creek Elementary with 10 extended days. 

Motion Passed: Motion to approve .5 Assistant Principal position for Cox's Creek Elementary passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mr. Jeff Dickerson. The motion was unanimous. 

VII. Student and Shareholder Engagement  

VII.A. Guest Comments  

Chip McKay, 116 E. Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown KY; Mr. McKay, Board Attorney, gave a statement regarding the open meetings complaint filed earlier this month. At the special called meeting on February 20, 2018 regarding a student discipline matter, it was not publicly stated that closed session being conducted was pursuant to KRS 61.810(1)(f) for a student discipline hearing. It was provided to the media in written form, but was a technical violation because it was not read aloud. It was also brought to our attention that a printed version of the agenda was not posted in the lobby. Going forward we will post a written agenda in the lobby for Special Called Meetings.

Amanda Nokes, 1023 Riverbrook Drive, Cox’s Creek KY; Mrs. Nokes is a parent, employee and is representing a group of teachers from TNHS to include the Special Education department regarding the Superintendent position. Mrs. Nokes reiterated qualities that were discussed at the public forum. She asked the Board to look at what qualifies our next leader; 
•	Qualities such as community, infinite care and love for our students,
•	Someone who will question the status quo,
•	Someone who says “We can do better”,   
•	A visionary with a plan,
•	Someone who inspires students holistically. 

Misty Roller, 118 Four Seasons Dr., Cox’s Creek KY; As a parent and community member, Mrs. Roller spoke concerning the Superintendent position. She reiterated themes that were discussed at the public forum such as;
•	Someone who will think outside of the box and is innovative,
•	Someone who has a vision to strengthen our community,
•	Someone with proven results in their own school or district.

Matt Bulka, 103 Nashville Dr. Cox’s Creek KY; Mr. Bulka is a teacher at TNHS and commented on the Blended Learning pilot program that was presented tonight. He believes this should be an option for all students rather than students with special circumstances or homeschool students only. 

Shawn Broyles, 750 Destin Drive, Cox’s Creek KY; Mr. Broyles shared his concerns for school safety in light of the recent tragedies involving gun violence in schools. Mr. Broyles asked Board members what the district is doing to be proactive in the instance one of our schools were to be involved in a school shooting. 

Kim Huston, 106 Westview Drive, Bardstown KY; Ms. Huston is the President of Economic Development in Nelson County and discussed qualities she feels is important in the next Superintendent as it relates to the future of Nelson County:
•	Someone who has knowledge of our community,
•	Someone who has knowledge of our industries,
•	Someone who had knowledge of workforce development.

Sheila Pfeifer, 1370 N. Stillwell Rd., Boston KY; Mrs. Pfeifer is a parent. She’s had three students graduate from TNHS, two students at TNHS now, and one student coming up. She asked the Board to consider Wes Bradley as the next Superintendent. He knows his students and families. He’s involved in the community. Other schools around the state frequently visit TNHS to see the work they are doing, so they can take it back to their school and implement it. That speaks volumes to the work being done at TNHS. 

Adam Wheatley, 1028 Leigh Terrace, Bardstown KY; Mr. Wheatley is a former Board member. He shared that during his time as a Board member, he remembers one guest comment in particular, “Leaders Lead.” That has stuck with him. He stated our next Superintendent needs to be a leader, needs to expect the best, demand the best and know how to get it. The community expects the best.

Charles Patrick, 321 S. Main Street, Harrodsburg KY 40330; Mr. Patrick introduced himself as the new Nelson County Educational Association President and looks forward to working with the Board.
 
VIII. Convene Executive Session per KRS 61.810(1)(f) for Discussions That May Lead to the Appointment of an Employee  

No action was taken. 

Motion Passed:  Motion to convene Executive Session per KRS 61.810(1)(f) for discussions that may lead to the appointment of an employee passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mr. Jeff Dickerson.  The motion was unanimous.

IX. Reconvene Open Session  

Motion Passed:  Motion to reconvene Regular Session passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mrs. Diane Berry.  The motion was unanimous.

X. Adjourn Regular Session  

Motion Passed:  Motion to adjourn Regular Session passed with a motion by Mrs. Diane Breeding and a second by Mr. Jeff Dickerson.  The motion was unanimous.

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Chairperson

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Superintendent