September 8, 2022 Swearing In Ceremony Starting at 4:45pm - Bradley County Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Swearing In of Board Members - Juvenile Judge Andrew Morgan
Discussion:
Vicki Beaty, Josh Taylor, Rachel Goins, Amanda Lee, and Dr. Jeff Lovingood were sworn in to serve on the Bradley County Board of Education by Juvenile Judge Andrew B. Morgan.
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1.a. District 2 - Vicki Beaty
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1.b. District 4 - Josh Taylor
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1.c. District 5 - Rachel Goins
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1.d. District 6 - Amanda Lee
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1.e. District 7 - Dr. Jeff Lovingood
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2. Words of Encouragement - Dr. Jeff Lovingood
Discussion:
Words of Encourgement were spoken by Dr. Jeff Lovingood.
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3. Pledge to Flag
Discussion:
Mrs. Rachel Goins asked everyone to stand for the Pledge to the Flag.
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4. Call to Order
Discussion:
Chairman Amanda Lee called the meeting to order and recognized dignitaries in attendance. Dignitaries in attendance included District Attorney Steve Crump, Sherriff Steve Lawson, Chairman of the County Commission Tom Crye, Commissioner Cindy Slater, Commissioner Denny Collins, and Commissioner Scott Gilbert.
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5. Election of Officers
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5.a. Election of Chairman - Dr. Cash
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Cash opened the floor for nominations for Chairman. Vicki Beaty nominated Amanda Lee for Chairman. There were no other nominations for Chairman.
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5.b. Election of Vice Chairman - Chairman
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Chairman Amanda Lee opened the floor for nominations for Vice Chairman. Ted Bryson nominated Vicki Beaty for Vice Chairman. There were no other nominations for Vice Chairman.
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5.c. Election of TN Legislative Network Representative - Chairman
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Chairman Amanda Lee opened the floor for nominations. Mr. Josh Taylor nominated Mr. Ted Bryson to be elected as the TN Legislative Network Representative.
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6. Consent Agenda
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve Consent Agenda.
Board Member #1 Board Member #2 Passed
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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6.a. Meeting Agenda
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6.b. Minutes
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6.c. Field Trips
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6.d. Bids
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6.d.1. Charleston Sewer Reline
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6.e. Policies 1st Reading
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6.e.1. 2.806 - Bids and Quotations
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6.e.2. 3.202 - Emergency Preparedness Plan
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6.e.3. 4.101 - Instructional Standards
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6.e.4. 4.212 - Virtual Education Program
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6.e.5. 4.402 - Reconsideration of Textbooks and Instructional Materials
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6.e.6. 4.403 - Library Materials
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6.e.7. 5.106 - Application and Employment
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6.e.8. 5.802 - Qualifications and Duties of the Director of Schools
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6.e.9. 6.204 - Attendance of Non-Resident Students
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6.e.10. 6.318 - Admission of Suspended or Expelled Students
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6.e.11. 6.409 - Reporting Child Abuse
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6.f. Policies - 2nd Reading
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6.f.1. 1.8011 - Emergency Closings
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6.f.2. 4.700 - Testing Programs
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6.f.3. 5.117 - Teacher Tenure
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6.f.4. 5.119 - Employment of Retirees
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6.f.5. 5.200 - Separation Practices for Tenured Teachers
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6.f.6. 5.201 - Separation Practices for Non-Tenured Teachers
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6.f.7. 5.701 - Substitute Teachers
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6.f.8. 6.202 - Home Schools
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6.f.9. 6.319 - Alternative Education
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6.f.10. 6.402 - Physical Examinations and Immunizations
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6.g. Extended Contacts Approval
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6.h. Change to Special Education Bus Disposal
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7. Persons Requesting to Address the Board on Agenda Items
Discussion:
Commission Chairman Thomas Crye requested to address the Board. Commissioner Crye stated that it was a pleasure to serve as the Chairman of the Education Committee for seven years. He stated that you can tell by the Commissioners in attendance, that the Commission has an interest in education and it is all about the kids.
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8. Director of Schools Report
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8.a. Above and Beyond Award
Discussion:
Dr. Cash presented Mr. Brad Bryant with an Above and Beyond Award. Mr. Bryant was nominated by Brittany Cannon and Arlette Robinson for going above and beyond at the PIE Center.
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8.b. On Point's Outcomes - Amy Pearson
Discussion:
Dr. Cash introduced Amy Pearson, Director of On Pointe. Mrs. Pearson explained the partnership of Bradley County Schools and On Pointe. She went on to show the results of the partnership. She stated that the graduation rate exceeded 90%.
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8.c. Progress Update
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Cash updated the Board on various topics. She stated the Architect for the Bradley Central High School Science Wing is preparing to move forward to the next phase in planning. She stated that although the Science Wing is their focus, she would also like to revisit some topics from previous meetings. Dr. Cash stated that Walker Valley had started the concrete and purchased the gazebos for the tennis courts. Also, Bradley Central has the forms for the concrete and all materials have been delivered. Plans are to start the construction of the project next week. Dr. Cash noted that the Board wanted to put money towards the track at Bradley, Dr. Cash recommended that the remaining funds left over from the sports projects allocation be used to obtain an architect to work on plans for the future Bradley Central High School track renovations. The amount is approximately $48,888. She stated that in doing this, their focus is still on the Science Wing.
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9. PIE Center Update - Corbett Drew, Kyle Page and Brittany Cannon
Discussion:
Corbett Drew, Kyle Page and Brittany Cannon presented the Board with an update on the PIE Innovation Center.
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10. SRO Equipment - Scotty Hernandez and Sheriff Steve Lawson
Discussion:
Mr. Scotty Hernandez informed the Board that the funds being requested will go to equip Student Resource Officers with capabilities that will not be discussed publically.
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11. Capital Outlay Amendment - Susan Wilcutt
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12. Capital Outlay Proposal
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
the Capital Outlay Proposal.
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13. Board Chair to Appoint Members to Capital Outlay Committee
Discussion:
Board Chair Amanda Lee appointed the Chairman, Vice Chairman VickiBeaty, Director of Schools Linda Cash, Finance Director Susan Willcutt, Ellen Smith, and Maintenance Supervisor Chuck McKay.
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14. Policy Review - 1st and 2nd Reading - Vicki Beaty
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14.a. 4.205 - Enrollment in Advanced Classes
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14.b. 6.200 - Attendance
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15. Policy Review - 1st Reading - Vicki Beaty
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15.a. 4.406 - Use of the Internet
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16. Announcements
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16.a. October 13 - Next Board Meeting
Discussion:
September 15 - TSBA Fall District Meeting
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16.b. November 1 - PIE Grand Opening
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17. Agenda Items for the Next Board Meeting
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18. Adjournment
Discussion:
Amanda Lee, Chairman Dr. Linda Cash, Director of Schools |
