February 11, 2013 at 6:30 PM - Regular Board Meeting

Discussion:  On behalf of the board, Mr. Keny thanked all those who provided gifts in honor of School Board Appreciation Week.

Discussion:  MCEA President Nicky Randolph was represented by Vickie Michael during the MCEA report. Ms. Michael stated there were no issues to discuss, but she wanted to extend a thank you for allowing Ms. Randolph to attend a teacher recruitment fair the following day to promote our area as a great place to work, teach and live.

Discussion:  Elementary Curriculum Coordinator Tammy Lewis gave an update on the textbook adoption process. She told the board that a textbook hearing will be held on March 4.

Discussion:  Coordinated School Health Coordinator Deborah Wade presented an update on the CSH department and information about an upcoming Health Fair in the school system.

Discussion:  Ms. Abernathy scheduled a Policy Committee meeting for Tuesday, March 5 at 5:00 p.m. Mr. Lilly scheduled a Five-Year Plan Committee meeting for immediately following the March 5 Policy Committee meeting. A work session of the board was scheduled for Thursday, March 7 at 6:00 p.m. to gather/share more information on the reconfiguration/building plan.

Discussion:  During the Maintenance Committee report, Mr. Perryman stated the committee has met numerous times since the last board meeting, with several issues being covered. He stated that among the topics of discussion was the issue of safety; the committee is seeking more information before making a recommendation. A reconfiguration of Lewisburg schools was discussed in the meetings, as well. During discussions, the board asked that they receive detailed information on why the schools will be re-configured as presented.

Discussion:  During the Budget Committee report, Mr. Moses stated the committee met on January 22 for the quarterly review.

Discussion:  During the Budget Committee meeting, the topic of coaching supplements was discussed.

Discussion:  On the Annual Agenda topic of Five-Year Plan, Mr. Lilly explained that the issue will be covered more in depth at the upcoming Five-Year Plan committee meeting.

Discussion:  Mr. Keny pointed out that mowing will be bid out soon, with bids opened at the end of the month. Mowing bids will be on the March agenda for approval.

Discussion:  There was no New Business.

Discussion:  The board asked that a signature line be added to the final page, as well as a grading scale (1=unsatisfactory, 2=poor, 3=satisfactory, 4=good, 5=excellent) to the front page. Board members will score the evaluation, place them in sealed envelopes and turn them in to Mr. Keny at the March meeting, who will then give the envelopes to the evaluation scoring committee: Ms. Gold, Ms. Hunter and Mr. Lilly. The committee will present the results at the April board meeting.

Discussion:  During the Director's Report, Ms. Abernathy pointed out the pre-k and kindergarten registration information. She then asked the board to approve hiring a temporary part-time (5-hours per day, $8.00 per hour, no benefits) person for the front office at the Central Office through June 30, and if the position works out, that the organization chart possibly be adjusted for the next fiscal year. The person would answer the phone, distribute mail, make copies, direct visitors, etc. Ms. Abernathy said, if approved, the job will be posted. Continuing Director's Report, Ms. Abernathy stated she has asked principals and supervisors to develop a needs list for their schools and departments for the coming fiscal year. She informed the board she would be out of the office February 19-22; she stated that Ms. Tepedino will be in charge of student concerns, Ms. Thomas in charge of personnel, and Mr. Beasley (in contact with Mr. Keny) will determine school closure in the event of inclement weather, and Ms. Poole will contact the media of school closures.

Discussion:  The meeting adjourned at 7:36 p.m.