June 7, 2021 at 5:30 PM - Jackson-Madison County School Work Session

Discussion:  The June Work Session was called to order on Monday, June 7 at 5:30 pm by Chairman James Johnson with an invocation led by Scot Gatlin followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call AJ is virtual and Doris Black is absent. 

Discussion:  Policies Section 6 were read by attorney Dale Thomas at the Policy meeting which was held on Tuesday, May 25th. Policies will be submitted to TSBA to be updated for JMCSS. Policies: 6.4061, 6.408, 6.4082, 6.501, 6.503, 6.603, 6.703, 6.705, 6.706, 6.707, 6.708, and 6.712  are to be deleted all other policies are to be submitted with/without corrections.

Discussion:  Fund # 141 General Purpose Schools
1. $17,000 State PreK Grant- This amendment aligns the general ledger to the Revision 2 budget approved by the state reallocating funds within the grant for year-end adjustments. 
2. $2,140 (new money) Northwest TN Head Start- This amendment adds funding to align the grant to cover estimated year-end expenditures. 
3. $368,229 Summer Learning Camps Grant- Per guidance from the state, this amendment reclassifies a portion of the revenue to federal funds and reallocates funds between accounts. 
4. $119,122 (new money) STREAM Mini Camps Grants-per guidance from the state, this amendment reclassifies a portion of the revenue to federal funds and reallocates funds between accounts. In addition, the allocation amount increased. 
5. $245,379 (New Money) Summer Learning Camps Transportation Grant- These grant funds are allocated to support transportation needs related to summer programming. 
6. $738,100 This amendment aligns the budget with estimated year-end expenditures. Needs board approval. 
 

Discussion:  Financials for Fund 141,142,143 and 177 were presented to the board. Ms. Bell 82.5% which is under budget for this time of the year. 

Discussion:  Board Discussion
Addendum: Field trip request for Madison Academic High School Volleyball Team to go to Rib City Classic, Cape Girardeau, MO. Will leave next month in July.  Parents will provide transportation.  
a. JCM & Madison Update
i.  Chris gave update for JCM & Madison projects. They met with Dr. King and his staff to discuss the Graphics Package for both schools. They also received a $1,000,000 grant to fund six affordable homes in the neighborhoods near JCM and Madison. Madison 80% complete at this time. Plumbing installation is to start in a few days weather permitting and delivery of tiles for bathroom floors. JCM it is the goal to meet the certificate of occupancy and move in August despite all the challenges.   
ii. Transition Plan for JCM and Madison will continue to work hard. 
b. FY 22 Budget - Holly Kellar and Dr. King presented the FY22 budget for the upcoming school year to be approved by the board. Everything is aligned with our beliefs and goals for JMCSS. Will submit 142 fund 72210 updated copy to put into BOE. 
c. 2020-21 Tenure Teachers: Recommendation from the Superintendent to the Board to grant Tenure to the following teachers: Kelly Moffitt-Alexander, Lily Courtner-Community Montessori, Katherine Lewis-Community Montessori,    
d. School Safety and Security - SRO Sgt. Young presented to the board and will submit a PowerPoint to Dr. King to give to Board members. Dr. King requested if the sheriff department will fund 10 SRO officers, and he thanked them for the hard work they have and are doing for our system. 
e. Capital Projects Timeline /Priorities was submitted to each board member.
    i. commUNITY Project South-JMCSS Teaching and Learning Center to invest in all employees by providing training opportunities for professional growth. Jackson Academic STEAM Academy building. East/Midtown: Multipurpose Stadium for students at JCM and beyond for sporting events such as football, soccer, and track. North: Pope School K-8 to provide a new facility for students. 
f. School Support Organization need approval. 
g. Personnel Update - We have a total of 100 vacancies because we have new positions, teachers retiring and leaving. HR are working hard to get positions filled. We have several applicants waiting to be approved. Absentee is at 6% total missed days 851.  
 

Discussion:  Board Discussion
Addendum: Field trip request for Madison Academic High School Volleyball Team to go to Rib City Classic, Cape Girardeau, MO. Will leave July and return on July. Parents must provide transportation. Cost will be 2 meals per day 
a. JCM & Madison Update
i.  Chris gave update for JCM & Madison projects. Discuss graphic for both schools. Mentioned affordable housing and will be able to break ground the end of the summer. Crocker has started meeting with Dr. King and staff every week to continue to give updates. Crocker updated the elevator status was not damaged but still a delay in shipping. He doesn't have an exact date of shipping. JCM elevator insulation should be ready. Doors will be delivered with in two weeks.  Overall they are on schedule. 
JCM made progress on the outside to get ready for paving, concrete work has progressed. They have installed the entryway and ready to do the doors but do not have them on site yet. 
ii. Transition Plan for JCM and Madison will continue to work hard. They have a phase process to 
b. FY 22 Budget need budget approval. Holly Kellar and Dr. King presented the proposed budget for the 2021-22 School year. 
c. 2020-21 Tenure Teachers: Recommendation from the Superintendent to the Board to grant Tenure to the following teachers: Kelly Moffitt-  Alexander, Lily Courtner- Community Montessori, Katherine Lewis- Community Montessori, Sarah Parrish- Community Montessori, Marjorie Pjontek- Community Montessori, Kimberly McNeal- Denmark, Mark Malone- East, Elizabeth Robinson- East, Lisa Vogan- East, Anna Brown- Isaac Lane, Patty Hudgins-Isaac Lane,  Barbara Wellington- Isaac Lane, Kellie Cavitt- JCT, Tamara Comer-JCT, Shelley Coleman- Lincoln, Kenton Evans-North Parkway, Nicole Bond- North Side, Calah Paulhus- Norh Side, Logan Smith- North Side, Alexandria Hay - Nova, Angela Doyle- Rose Hill, Emily Brown-South, Adam Fields- South Side, Tanya Baltimore-System Wide, Lucus Dill- West Bemis   
d. School Safety and Security 
e. Capital Projects Timeline /Priorities
f. School Support Organization
g. Personnel Update
 

Discussion:  a. TLN Update

b. JMCEA Update stated the association is loving this relationship with Dr. King. Thanked him for staying committed to the staff, for staff raises and bonuses. He is working with Dale Thomas, attorney on PECCA. 

Discussion:  Dr. King asked Dr. Williams to give update on Summer Camp. Dr. Williams stated that we have 2 1/2 more weeks for K-5. Then 6th -8th grade will start summer camp. All is going well. The students did a pre-test and will take a post test at the end. This year we are providing transportation for students for summer camp. 

Discussion:  James Johnson adjourned the meeting at 7:56 pm