Nelson County Board of Education Regular Meeting
December 21, 2010 05:00PM
Central Office

Board Members Present: Mr. Frank Hall, Mr. Damon Jackey, Mr. Larry Pate, Mr. Nicky Rapier, Mr. Adam Wheatley 
 
I. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM by Chairperson Mr. Nicky Rapier.   At this time, Mr. Rapier read and affirmed the district’s Mission Statement and Vision Statement.    
 
II. Oath of Office: Reelected Board Members:  The following re-elected board members were sworn in for their new term: Mr. Frank Hall and Mr. Nicky Rapier. 

III. Schedule of Board Meetings  
Motion Passed:  Motion to continue with the current schedule for meetings of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.  Motion Carried unanimously.   Regular meetings will be held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5) at the Central Office.   Work sessions will be held on the first Thursday of each month at varying locations.

IV. Changes to the Agenda: No changes were requested.  

V. Student/Employee Performance:   FFA students from New Haven School, under the leadership of teacher Mr. Morgan McGuire, presented a program regarding FFA activities.   It was noted that this is one of only 7 middle school FFA chapters in the state.  

VI. Student/Employee Recognition  
Jan Lanham, principal at Cox’s Creek Elementary, was recently awarded her PHD thru a joint program with Western Ky. University and the University of Louisville.   Her dissertation was entitled “Adult Perceptions of the Impact of the Ky. Educational Reform Act on Achievement: Insights on Rural Gifted Students.”   Dr. Lanham started her career in education as a teacher in Bowling Green.   She subsequently worked for the Owensboro School District, did a stint in Ohio schools, and returned to Kentucky to the Marion County School district.   She has been with Nelson County since 2003.   She has been in education for 35 years altogether.   Dr. Lanham has 3 sons, Jonathan, in law school, Ryan, a former actor who is now attending grad school in the arts, and Michael, a physician.   Her husband Kevin runs the family farm and occasionally subs as a mail carrier.   
The Nelson County School District brought home 15 awards in state competition from the annual OASIS Awards banquet recently in Lexington, sponsored by the Kentucky School Public Relations Association (KYSPRA).The OASIS awards – Outstanding Achievement in School Information Services – recognizes communication and public relations efforts that took place in school districts throughout Kentucky during the 2009-10 school year.
Communications Director Tom Dekle earned 10 individual awards, including five firsts and five seconds, in various writing and photography categories. The District’s Webmaster, Bruce England, earned a first place award for best Web Site. Angie Chandler, a district psychologist, earned a first place award for her work on the district’s Emergency Procedure Guide, an internal publication. Sara Beth Mattingly, a second grade teacher at Foster Heights Elementary School, earned a second place award in Feature Photography. The Communications Division as a whole received two second place awards for the district’s pocket calendar and Web photo galleries.
Bloomfield Elementary: 21 BMS 7th and 8th grade band students attended the annual Eastern Kentucky University middle school honors band clinic on Saturday, November 13th.  Those students were: Rebekah Mitchell, Kayla Sagrecy, Julia Taylor, Jennifer Jackey, Ajsa Karacic, Nathan Brooks, Aleah Graham, Craig Holmes, Jackie Chesser, Tori Ede, Taylor Martin, Jacob Hardin, Dylan Moran, Brittany Crawford, Rhyanne Fritz, Aubreanna Newton, Sarah Bailey, Mackenzie Donoho, Madeline Martin, Tyler Bradley, and Tate Stafford. On October 29th the 8th grade band students presented a Halloween concert for three 1st grade classes from Bloomfield Elementary School.
 On Saturday, December 4th, 8th grade band members planned to perform three concerts at three different nursing and assisted living homes in Bardstown.
Bloomfield Middle: December students of the month at Bloomfield Middle School: 6th Grade, Dylan Jones; 7th Grade, Austin Hahn; 8th Grade, Morgan Robinson
14 Students from Bloomfield Middle School participated in the Kentucky YMCA Youth Assembly December 9 - 11 in Louisville.  Students participate directly in the Commonwealth's democratic process.  As Senators and Representatives the students will propose a bill which is debated and then voted on by members of the Assembly.  Lobbyists work to ensure that bills are passed or defeated. If the bill makes it out of committee the bill will be debated at the Capital in Frankfort.  Over the past years many bills proposed at the Youth Assembly have later become laws for the state.  Among those attending are: Jenna Bell, Brandon Darby, Mackenzie Donoho, Hayley Eisenberg, Timothy Goff, Jacob Hogan, Ajsa Karacic, Dane Pike, Clara Pozgay, Autumn Proctor, Evelyn Tackett, Julia Taylor, Aleah Graham and Cole Gossett.   This event is sponsored by the Blazer Learning Center, Kim Goff, Margaret Wheeler, and Malory Blair.
NCHS: The Y-club recently attended the Kentucky Youth Assembly conference in Louisville KY from Dec. 5-7.  In attendance were the following outstanding students; Gabby Ison, Kelsey Brooks, Virginia Hurst, Ian McGuffin, and Tyler Keene.  They presented a bill which would move the odd year elections in the state of Kentucky to even years which would save the state up to $12 million dollars every 4 years.  The students also debated many other bills in our state capitol and Gabby Ison was awarded an outstanding speaker award. 
Foster Heights:  Helen Filiatreau, Kindergarten Educator and Trista Wheatley, Reading Interventionist obtained National Board Certification.
Conservation Poster winners were Marly Walls, Alissa Downs and Grace Frederick. The school had 100% participation in 1st- 5th Grade
Old Ky. Home Middle:  OKHMS hosted the Governor’s Cup 6th Grade Showcase in December.   The team finished in 2nd place overall, with a 2nd place finish in Quick Recall and the following individuals winning honors: 
Language Arts: Grace Filiatreau, 3rd and Paula Marie Gagne, 4th
Math:
Caroline Boone, 1st and Grace Filiatreau 2nd
Social Studies:
Jeramiah Warner, 4th and Joseph Cain 5th
Arts & Humanities: Lauren Paulin, 3rd
Composition: Autumn Philpott, 3rd

VII. Operations Consent Agenda  
Motion Passed:  Motion to approve consent items as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.  Motion carried unanimously.

VII.A. Information: Personnel Actions
Offers of employment were extended to the following: 
Paula Cesler, Speech, District; David Coulter, Custodian I, Bloomfield Elem; Joanne Drury. Custodian I, Bloomfield Middle; Leslie Flechler, A D, Boston;
Lewis Jewel, Job Coach	, NCHS/Horizons; Amy Leasgang, Teacher, OKH Middle; Stephen Marshall, Custodian I, OKH Middle; Jill Sanders, Acad Team Coach, New Haven; Curt Scifres, Volleyball Coach, Bloomfield Middle;
Classified Subs: Ronnie Weakley; Stacey Cornish;
Certified Substitute Teachers: Ruth Hamilton; Tonya Schreiner; Anna Medley;
Student Workers:  Christian Matthews; 
The following transfers took place: John Hibbs, Bloomfield Elem to Bloomfield Middle; Sue Boone, OKHM to Bloomfield Middle; Randy Pinkston, .5 OKHM/.5 FH to full time Foster Heights; Tiffanie Barnett	, NCHS to Homebound and District; Terri Dishon, NCHS Inst Asst to Job Coach position;
Resignations were received from the following:
Leslie Addison, Teacher, Cox’s Creek Elem; Nicholas Cipparone, Teacher, Bloomfield Middle; Lorie Hicks, Inst Asst I, Foster Heights; Mary Jewell, Substitute, District; Jena Tharp, Bus Garage, District;
						  
VII.B. Treasurer's Report  

VII.C. Bills and Claims  

VII.D. MUNIS Report  

VII.E. Leaves of Absence
The following is a list of personnel that are presently taking leaves of absence with board approval:
Medical Leave:
Certified Employee		Foster Heights
Classified Employee		Central Office
Classified Employee		Boston
  
VII.F. Minutes from Previous Meeting: Minutes from the meeting of November 16, 2010 were approved as presented.  

VII.G. Overnight/Out-of-State Trips: None requested.
 
VII.H. Locally Approved Hours  
On Thursday, October 7, 2010, the Board of Education members participated in a work session with principals in a work session for one (1) hour to review test scores and school improvement issues.  As noted in 702 KAR 1.115, the Board needs to take formal action to approve the earning of one (1) hour of local in-service credit for this educational opportunity. 

VIII. Student Support Services  

VIII.A. Construction Update  
Representatives from Studio Kremer and BCD, Inc. will update current status of renovations and additions at Foster Heights Elementary as well as progress for Thomas Nelson High School, NCHS Athletic Renovations, and other construction projects. 

VIII.B. Change Orders  

VIII.B.1. Change Order #25: TNHS  
The kitchen equipment for TNHS was revised at the request of owners.  With revisions a plumbing credit from Knight s Mechanical for $2,800 was realized. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #25, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.B.2. Change Order #26: TNHS  
The kitchen equipment for TNHS was revised at the request of the owner.  With revisions an increase of $5,210.00 to Alternative Electrical Services was realized. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #26, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.B.3. Change Order #29: TNHS  
There are two separate issues with Change Order #29.  First, plumbing for sinks in concession building was not included in original drawings.  Second, after formal review the coach s shower was required to be made handicapped accessible.  Knight s Mechanical can complete all plumbing revisions for both issues for a cost of $3,705. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #29, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.B.4. Change Order #30: TNHS  
As certain rooms were specified, the acoustical ceiling would intersect room windows.  In order to have a full view the drywall bulkheads were adjusted and ceilings sloped.  BCD, Inc. will provide all labor and materials for a cost of $552.00. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #30, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.B.5. Change Order #34: TNHS  
Phase II of the TNHS project changed an exterior wall to an interior wall.  Metal siding was removed from wall with drywall and paint added.  BCD, Inc. will provide all labor and materials for a cost of $1,701. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #34, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.C. New Preschool Bid Approval  
Bids for the Early Childhood Learning Center were accepted December 15, at the Nelson County Board of Education.  After tabulating and confirming low bid vendors by BCD, Inc. and Studio Kremer the attached list of low bid vendors are recommended for approval. 
After tabulating and confirming low bids by BCD, Inc. and Studio Kremer, the following list of vendors and bids are recommended for approval:
Bid Pkg. #1	General Trades				BCD, Inc.			$698,700.00
Bid Pkg. #2	Structural Steel				Cundiff Steel			$63,648.00
Bid Pkg. #3	Casework				Euronique			$28,367.00
Bid Pkg. #4	Doors, Frames, Hardware		Atlas Companies		$20,067.00
Bid Pkg. #5	Alum. Storefront/Windows		Green River Glass		$70,675.00
Bid Pkg. #6	Acoustical/Drywall			Bennett’s Carpets		$124,750.00
Bid Pkg. #7	Floor Coverings				Joe Filiatreau Floor 		$38,859.00
Bid Pkg. #8	Painting				EMCO, Inc.			$39,580.00
Bid Pkg. #9	Misc. Specialties			Atlas Companies		$17,819.00
Bid Pkg. #10	Food Service Equipment		C & T Design & Equip.		$116,559.00
Bid Pkg. #11	Playground Equip.			Korkat				$33,453.08
Bid Pkg. #12	Plumbing/HVAC			R & R, Inc.			$572,000.00
Bid Pkg. #13	Fire Protection				Dalmation Fire Protection	$91,500.00
Bid Pkg. #14	Electric					Advanced Electrical Systems	$308,500.00
										   Total $2,224,477.08

Motion Passed:  Action to approve bids as listed for construction of the new Preschool Center was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.  Motion carried 4 to 1, with Mr. Frank Hall casting a dissenting vote.

VIII.D. Revised BG1: New Preschool  
Recommendation: that the Nelson County Board of Education approve the revised BG-1 for the District Early Childhood Center in accordance with 702 KAR 4:160. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve the revised BG-1 as presented for the District Early Childhood Center in accordance with 702 KAR 4:160 was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.E. Adoption of Resolution Authorizing Nelson Co. School District Finance Corp. to Issue Revenue Bonds  
Recommendation: that the Nelson County Board of Education read into the record and adopt the attached resolution regarding the issuance of bonds for financing the District Preschool project.

NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION RESOLUTION

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT, LEASE AND OPTION WITH THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION AND ANY FURTHER NECESSARY INSTRUMENTS; APPROVING CERTAIN ARCHITECTS' PLANS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CERTAIN SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECT; AND APPROVING THE PLAN OF FINANCING THE COST OF SAID PROJECT. 

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the resolution as listed authorizing the Nelson County Board of Education Finance Corporation to issue revenue bonds was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.F. SFCC Technology Offer of Assistance  
Each year the School Facilities Construction Commission issues offers of assistance to school districts in the area of technology. We are required to match this on a dollar for dollar basis. The current offer is $55,957. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve the SFCC offer of assistance in the amount of $55,957 for fiscal year 2010-2011 was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.  Motion carried unanimously.

VIII.G. Calendar 2011-2012  
Proposed calendars for 2011-2012 offer the options of a 5 day, 5/10 day break or 10 day break in fall and spring. 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve the 5/10 day break calendar for the 2011 - 2012 school year was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.  Motion carried 4 to 1 with a dissenting vote cast by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

VIII.H. Out of District Contracts  
In order to receive state transportation and attendance funding for non-resident pupils, a reciprocal contract must be completed between districts concerned.  The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has stipulated that contracts for the 2010-2011school year must be submitted to KDE before February 1, 2011.  The following districts have or will submit contracts for signature:
Anderson County, Bardstown Independent, Boyle County, Bullitt County, Elizabethtown Independent,                                           Fayette County, Hardin County, Hart County, Jefferson County, Larue County, Marion County, Spencer County, Taylor County, Washington County 
Motion Passed:  Action to approve non-resident pupil contracts for school districts as listed was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.  Motion carried unanimously.

IX. Student Instructional Services  

IX.A. School Improvement Plans  
Each year our schools prepare a School Improvement Plan (SIP) as a guide to goal setting and decision making.  This plan is generated with the intent to increase student achievement.  An instructional team at each school has taken into consideration all planning areas including:  assessment, curriculum, instruction, equity, leadership, school culture, family and community involvement, professional development, and technology.  Each plan is a reflection of the schools’ top priorities and initiatives that will guide their work throughout the school year. 

X. Guest Comments: No guest comments were offered.  
 
XI. Adjourn Regular Session  
Motion Passed:  Motion to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was  passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.  Motion carried unanimously.

XII. Convene Nelson County School District Finance Corporation  
Motion Passed:  Action to convene a session of the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.  Motion carried unanimously.

XIII. Call to Order:  The meeting of the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation was called to order by President Mr. Nicky Rapier.  

XIV. Confirm Officers  
President: Mr. Nicky Rapier
Vice president: Mr. Adam Wheatley
Secretary: Mr. Anthony Orr
Treasurer: Ms. Pat Cundiff  
Motion Passed:  Action to confirm the officers of the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation as listed was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.  Motion carried unanimously.

XV. Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Revenue Bonds  
Recommendation: that the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation adopt the attached resolution regarding the issuance of revenue bonds to be used to finance the construction of the District Preschool.

NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION RESOLUTION

A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION, RELATING TO AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $780,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT (SUBJECT TO A PERMITTED ADJUSTMENT OF $80,000) OF SCHOOL BUILDING REVENUE BONDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIONS 58.010 AND 162.120 THROUGH 162.290 AND 162.385 OF THE KENTUCKY REVISED STATUTES TO PROVIDE FUNDS FOR SCHOOL BUILDING PURPOSES, PROVIDING AND DETERMINING THE DUTY OF SAID CORPORATION IN CONNECTION WITH THE OPERATION OF THE SCHOOL PROPERTY, THE CREATION OF FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON SAID REVENUE BONDS AS AND WHEN THEY MATURE, THE CREATION OF ADEQUATE MAINTENANCE AND INSURANCE FUNDS, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE OF SUCH FOREGOING PROPERTY TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. 

Motion Passed:  Action to adopt the resolution as presented authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.  Motion carried unanimously.

XVI. Adjourn Nelson County School District Finance Corporation Meeting  
Motion Passed:  Action to adjourn the meeting of the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.  Motion carried unanimously.

XVII. Convene Executive Session: KRS 61.810(1)(b)   
Motion Passed:  Action to convene an Executive Session of the Nelson County Board of Education in accordance with KRS 61.810(1)(b)for the purpose of discussion related to proposed acquisition or sale of real estate was  passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.  Motion carried unanimously.

XVIII. Adjourn Executive Session  
Motion Passed:  Action to adjourn the Executive Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.  Motion carried unanimously.

XIX. Reconvene Regular Session  
Motion Passed:  Action to reconvene the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.  Motion carried unanimously.

XX. Adjourn Regular Session  
Motion Passed:  Action to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.  Motion carried unanimously.

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Chairperson

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Superintendent