May 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM - GREENEVILLE CITY REGULAR BOARD MEETING
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I. Call to Order
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II. Pledge to the Flag
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III. Recognition of Visitors
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IV. Special Recognition
Speaker(s):
Dr. Suzanne Bryant, Beverly Miller, Melissa Babb, Jeff Townsley, Amanda Waddell
Time:
(40 minutes)
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V. Public Comment Period
Time:
(20 Minutes)
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VI. Conflict of Interest Statement
Comments:
Chair to Board Members:
Chair to Board Members:
Chair to Board Secretary:
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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VII. Approval of Agenda
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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VIII. Consent Agenda
Time:
(5 minutes)
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VIII.A. Consideration of Approving Minutes of April 2024, Board Meeting
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting
___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: In accordance with State law, the Board of Education must approve the minutes of the previous meeting of the Board. The draft of the minutes of the previous meeting shall be sent to all Board members with the agenda for the subsequent meeting.
Summary of Major Elements: Meeting minutes are attached for Board review. Following approval by the Board, the minutes shall be signed by the Board Chair and Director of Schools. The minutes will become permanent records of the Board and shall be made available to any interested party upon request.
Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action:
None |
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VIII.B. Consideration of Accepting Personnel Report
Speaker(s):
Melissa Batson, Chief Human Resources Officer
Rationale:
Origin:
_X_ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) ___ Board review required by: ___ State or federal law or regulation
_X_ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting
___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action:
_X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: In a continuing effort to keep the Greeneville City Board of Education advised of personnel changes in the school system, a report is made monthly to the members. Board action is occasionally required for personnel related matters. Summary of Major Elements: The attached are changes in personnel since the April report to the Board.
Acceptance Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None |
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VIII.C. Consideration of Approving Board Policy Revisions (2nd Reading)
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes, Dr. Suzanne Bryant, Beverly Miller, Ellen Lipe, Melissa Batson, and Jeff Townsley
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting
___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: ___ No Previous board review/action _X_ Previous review/action date: _XX/XX/XXX________________________________________
action: _Approved on 1st Reading____________________________
Background Information: Per policy 1.600, at least biannually, the Board shall review its policy manual for the purpose of passing, revising, or deleting policies mandated by changing conditions. This routine review of district policies is done on an ongoing basis by central office administrative staff with the assistance of TSBA's policy maintenance service.
Summary of Major Elements: During Routine review, it was determined that the attached policies needed to either be updated to reflect the current language and practice, or reflect no changes.
Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None |
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VIII.D. Consideration of Approving Board Policy Revisions - No Changes (1st Reading)
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes, Ellen Lipe, Dr. Suzanne Bryant, Beverly Miller, Melissa Batson, and Jeff Townsley
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: Per policy 1.600, at least biannually, the Board shall review its policy manual for the purpose of passing, revising, or deleting policies mandated by changing conditions. This routine review of district policies is done on an ongoing basis by central office administrative staff with the assistance of TSBA’s policy maintenance service. Summary of Major Elements: During routine review, it was determined that no changes were required in the attached policies. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: 2nd reading at XXX Board meeting |
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VIII.E. Consideration of Approving School Trip Request
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: __ State or federal law or regulation _X_ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________ _X_ Action requested at this meeting __ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date) Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________ action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: Board Policy 4.302 specifies that the Board must approve field trips that are both overnight and out-of-state. Additionally, approval is required when students must leave school early for participation in athletic events. Summary of Major Elements: The detailed trip request is attached. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None |
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VIII.F. Consideration of Approving Disposal of Nutrition Equipment Surplus under $500.00
Speaker(s):
Beverly Miller
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
__ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting__ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: GCS Board Policy 2.403 gives the Greeneville Board of education the authority to declare district property that is no longer useful nor necessary as surplus and to authorize the disposal of such equipment, books, or materials. Summary of Major Elements: Requesting to dispose of 60 sheet pans from Hal Henard Elementary School, stockroom shelving from Tusculum View Elementary School and Greeneville High School. These items have been replaced. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None |
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IX. Action Items
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IX.A. Consideration of Approving Board Policy Revisions - 1st Reading
Speaker(s):
Steve Starnes, Dr. Suzanne Bryant, Beverly Miller, Ellen Lipe, Melissa Batson, and Jeff Townsley
Rationale:
Origin:
___ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation
___ Board of Education policy
Other: __________________________________________
_X_ Action requested at this meeting___ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date)
Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action ___ Previous review/action date: ________________
action: ________________________________________________
Background Information: Per policy 1.600, at least biannually, the Board shall review its policy manual for the purpose of passing, revising, or deleting policies mandated by changing conditions. This routine review of district policies is done on an ongoing basis by central office administrative staff with the assistance of TSBA’s policy maintenance service. Summary of Major Elements: Revisions are recommended to the attached policies on 1st reading. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: None Timetable for Further Review/Action: None
Time:
(5 minutes)
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IX.B. Consideration of Approval of the 2024-2025 General Purpose School Fund Budget
Speaker(s):
Ellen Lipe, CPA
Attachments:
()
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation __ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________ _X_ Action requested at this meeting __ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date) Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________ action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: Greeneville City Board of Education approves a budget to be presented to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen each year. The 2024-2025 General Purpose Budget presented reflects the latest information available. The Budget is the culmination of a thorough and in-depth process. It reflects the Administration, Leadership Team, and the Board of Education’s best efforts to address the needs of Greeneville City Schools and meet State and Federal requirements. Summary of Major Elements: The 2024-2025 General Purpose Budget is attached. Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: As Presented Timetable for Further Review/Action: Budget Amendments as needed during Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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XI. Legislative Update
Speaker(s):
Pam Botta
Rationale:
Origin:
__ Topic presented for information only (no board action required) _X_ Board review required by: _X_ State or federal law or regulation __ Board of Education policy Other: __________________________________________ _X_ Action requested at this meeting __ Action requested at future meeting: _______________ (date) Previous Review/Action: _X_ No Previous board review/action __ Previous review/action date: ________________ action: ________________________________________________ Background Information: X Summary of Major Elements: X Director of Schools' Recommendation: Approval Impact on Resources: X Timetable for Further Review/Action: None
Time:
(5 Minutes)
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XII. Adjournment
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Highland Block Hawks: Champions 2nd place overall
GMS Blockheads: 1st place in Core Values
GMS Blockheads: 1st place in Core values
GMS Blockheads team:
Coaches: Aynnie Miller and Melissa Shipley
Team: Ethan Chambless, Gwendolyn Miller, Jake Miller, Avyn Patterson, Gray Perez, Isaac Price, Grant Radank, Miles Reneau, Anderson Sutton, and Adeline Herrell (Addie was in the Regional tournament Only)
Highland Elementary team:
Coaches: Jennifer Hartley and Sara Smock
Team: Maverick Dyer, Savannah Clemons, Landon Fair, Braelyn Adams, Eric McDonald, and Eduardo Juarez Banos
Algebra 1
Kenneth (Trey) Bailey
182
1st
Molly Herrell
163
2nd
Levi Jackson
158
3rd
Geometry
Gabrielle Oakley
125
1st
Anthony Mascola
114
3rd
Algebra 2
Hudson Fillers
165
1st
Shilo Wang
161
2nd
Addison Lenker
159
3rd
Pre-Calculus
Eady Wright
144
1st
Annika Vines
126
2nd
Jackson Lampe
125
3rd
Calculus
Riley Castro
139
1st
David Fisher
112
2nd
Emma Waddell
105
3rd
Statistics
Matthew Lindberg
170
1st
GHS
Corbin Cannon
Anna Shaw
GMS
Julia Woolsey
Jack DeAngelis
Eastview
Adelide Lawson
Grant Mulhollen
Hal Henard
Scarlett Burazer
Luke Gultra
Highland
Savannah Clemons
Robert Gutierrez
Tusculum View
Tanner Wiggin
Chloe Yi