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Attendance Taken on 5/19/2022 at 6:47 PM | |
Phil Isaacs | Present |
Danny O'Quinn | Present |
Eddie Pless | Present |
Jamie Schaff | Present |
Mike Wilson | Present |
Present: 5, Absent: 0 | |
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1. CALL TO ORDER
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2. MOMENT OF SILENCE
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3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
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4. APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
DANNY O'QUINN MADE A MOTION TO REMOVE ITEM I FROM THE REGULAR AGENDA DUE TO ADDITIONAL QUOTES NOT BEING RECEIVED.
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5. TIME FOR CITIZENS TO SPEAK
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5.A. There have been no citizens ask to appear before the Board.
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6. SPECIAL RECOGNITION
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6.A. Recognition of EHS Students and Programs:
Recognition of Health Science Certified Nursing Assistants (Industry Certifications). Recognition of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). Recognition of Recipient of State Future Farmers of America Degree. Recognition of Audio/Video Production Winners. Recognition of Work Ethic Distinction Winners. Recognition of CSI Team Winners. Recognition of Aviation Program students. Recognition of Aviation Supporters. Steve Brumit and John Brumit-N734ZT Aircraft Owners Lt. Col. Bill Powley-F.L.I.G.H.T. Foundation Brad Hardie-$5,000.00 Donation to EHS Aviation Program
Discussion:
Mr. Culbert discussed all the good things going on in CTE at EHS. EHS placed 6th at Appalachian Fair. 6 CTE Teachers lead Regional Professional Development at Westridge High School in October. Two Criminal Justice Teachers spoke at the Criminal Justice Association in Florida in September. First year the STEM lab looks as planned. 80 students in STEM received their Megatronics Industry Certifications. First year for Navy Cadet Corp Program (JR ROTC). Audio Video Program of study cannot be selected just yet but working on this. Teaching as a profession also as an elected focus for students (all three courses offered). Local Dual Credit for Aviation through MTSU. Current student who desires to go to MTSU. Is currently taking tests, no results yet.
Health Science Students: Katie Dugger presented the students who have completed 60 classroom hours and 20 clinical hours and taken the certification exam to become certified nursing assistants. Nine students took exam. Waiting on test results for 2 and 7 have passed and currently working as CNA's. Agriculture: Mr. Agan, Agriculture Teacher at EHS presented an award to State FFA Degree Recipient, Mahayla Carr. Mahayla will be attending Northeast State for two years then onto UT to pursue an AgBusiness Degree. Mr. Mills and Mr. Edmonds presented the Aviation Awards. Mr. Mills thanked the Board for allowing them to appear. Have put 2,600 hours on simulator. We have so many great programs at EHS that promote students. Three students that soloed last year. Those are Caleb Tipton, Clayton Meredith, Holston Howard. This year Emma Garland, Jay Blake Stewart and Trenton Taylor and Carter Davison will solo. Mr. Mills also introduced, Ret. Lt. Col. Bill Powey (every dollar students put in he matches), John and Steve Brumit (own the aircraft that students use) $20.00 an hour for students to fly. Flying left seat for $10.00, if paying through the airport it would be $200.00. The Brumits father started this program with the goal of keeping children off drugs and alcohol. Brad Hardee, spoke at EHS, Navy Retired. Gave a $5,000.00 check for the aviation program. Mr. Mills also read a statement from Mr. Dan Cogan, Elizabethton Airport Manager, in support of the program and the students he's employed from our Aviation program. Mr. Edmonds thanked Mr. Mills for the work he's done to build the Aviation program at EHS. Students presented him with a shirt. Work Ethic Distinction: State-wide. Work Ethic Distinction based on points, attendance, tardiness, discipline, grade point average, drug free standard, CTE Coursework, competitions for CTE, dual enrollment, industry certifications, etc. Niswonger keeps up with this. Students are guaranteed a job interview for something they qualify for. The students, Cagney Bennett and Lucy Maupin received these diplomas. Ms. Wilber: Career Quest-It's All About Business, Sam Bowers and Dillon McDuffey placed second place. Owen Wampler-Excellence in Job Interview. FLBA State Leadership Conference in April: David Crowder, Corey Buchanan, Skylar Fair, George Dennis, Michelle Worley, Elizabeth Underhill, Ethan Horton, Clarice Dickinson, Ava Wilber, Reece Stonebreaker, Owen Wampler, Hayden Culbert, Holden Roaten. Owen Wampler, Hayden Culbert and Holden Roaten will be attending the National Conference this summer in Chicago, Illinois. Audio/Video Production: New class this year. ETSU held contest this year and had kids place in this contest. They were Jackson Clavier, Hayden Culbert, Legend Luttrell and Adam Hughes. Jackson Clavier Productions. Criminal Justice: CSI Program is done at TCAT. Students doing investigative field work. |
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6.B. Recognition of the T. A. Dugger golf team.
Discussion:
T. A. Dugger Golf Team Recognition: Girls finished 8-0, Boys finished 7-1 in regular season. Qualified for regions.
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6.C. Recognition of Bryson Rollins, EHS Football Player.
Discussion:
Coach Witten read a letter that was presented to the TSSAA for the 2019 Mr. Football Award. Bryson's jersey will be enshrined in the trophy case at EHS. Thanks to his family, teammates, and supporting cast.
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7. CONSENT AGENDA
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7.A. Minutes of Regular Meeting: April 21, 2022.
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7.B. Approve General Purpose Fund Financial Statement, April 30, 2022.
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7.C. Approve Federal Projects Fund Financial Statement, April 30, 2022.
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7.D. Approve School Nutrition Fund Financial Statement, April 30, 2022.
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7.E. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Elizabethton City Schools and Frontier Health for the 2022-2023 School Year.
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7.F. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Elizabethton City Schools and Northeast State Community College for the 2022-2023 School Year.
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7.G. Approve the 2022 CCLC Corhort Grant.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve the2022 CCLC Corhort Grant. Motion carried.
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7.H. Approve FY22 Literacy Training Teacher Stipend Grant.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve FY22 Literacy Training Teacher Stipend Grant. Motion carried.
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7.I. Approve the Elizabethton (101) Public District FY 2022 Summer Learning Camps Application.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve the Elizabethton (101) Public District FY 2022 Summer Learning Camps Application. Motion carried.
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7.J. Approve renewal of RFP 2019-2020-02, Pest Control Services with Chappell's Pest Control for the fiscal year of July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023. This contract will provide pest control services at six Elizabethton City School facilities at $4,800.00 annually.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve renewal of RFP 2019-2020-02, Pest Control Services with Chappell's Pest Control for the fiscal year of July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023. This contract will provide pest control services at six Elizabethton City School facilities at $4,800.00 annually. Motion carried.
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7.K. Approve second reading of revised Board Policy 6.206, Transfers within the System.
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7.L. Approve second reading of revised Board Policy 6.600, Student Records.
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7.M. Approve rejecting bids received for Baseball Hitting Facility.
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7.N. Approve an Equipment Disposal Request from John Minton, Principal at EHS for the disposal of a green stool from the Science Pod to be trashed.
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7.O. Approve an Equipment Disposal Request from Chris Berry, Principal at T. A. Dugger for the disposal of the following items: Sound cart, Yamaha Mixer, Crown Power Amp., Dual 31 bank equalizer and Tascam CD.
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7.P. Approve an Equipment Disposal Request from Chris Berry, Principal at T. A. Dugger for the disposal of old Dell Desktops, monitors, and keyboards, to be recycled.
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7.Q. Approve travel submitted by Jason Clevinger, for the FBLA Students at EHS to travel to the FBLA National Competition in Chicago, Illinois, June 28, 2022, through July 3, 2022.
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8. REPORT - DIRECTOR OF SCHOOLS/BOARD MEMBERS
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8.A. Personnel Report
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8.A.a. NEW: Lou Ann Mollish, Cook at EHS, effective March 11, 2022; Cassidy Selvage, ESP Student Leader (Systemwide), effective April 28, 2022; Cody Broussard, Community Involvement-Swim Instructor at EHS, effective May 2, 2022; Maggie Johnson, ESP Student Leader, (Systemwide), effective May 2, 2022; Taylor Owens, ESP Student Leader (Systemwide), effective May 5, 2022; Clarissa Gray, ESP Student Leader (Systemwide), effective May 9, 2022.
ADDITIONAL POSITION: Victoria Nanney, Varsity Cheerleading Coach at EHS, Effective May 3, 2022; Lindsay "Makailah" Shell, ESP Student Leader (Systemwide), effective May 4, 2022; TRANSFERS: Malarie Guinn from PT Assistant to the Teacher at HME, to FT Assistant to the Teacher at WELC, beginning April 25, 2022; Charlotte MacDonald from PT Substitute Cook to Substitute Cook, effective May 2, 2022. LEAVE OF ABSENCE: Cathy Sanders from May 16, 2022, to May 24, 2022; Rachael Williams, Athletic Admn. Asst. at EHS from April 28, 2022, through June 6, 2022; Sandy Cox from April 26, 2022, through May 6, 2022; Tracy Holliday from May 26, 2022, through July 29, 2022; Sandy Cox, Educational Assistant at HME, from April 26, 2022 through May 24, 2022. RESIGNATIONS: Linda Espino, ESP Student Leader (Systemwide), effective April 26, 2022; Dru Williams, ESP Student Leader (Systemwide), effective May 10, 2022; Pam Campbell, ESP Student Leader (Systemwide), effective May 23, 2022; Megan Ellis, Varsity Cheerleading Coach at EHS, effective May 2, 2022; Carrie Ward, Educational Assistant at EHS, effective May 25, 2022; Nancy Matherly, ESP Student Leader, (Systemwide), effective April 20, 2022; Tiffany Rainey, Educational Assistant at WS, effective May 25, 2022; Skylar Steele, Educational Assistant at WSE, effective May 25, 2022; Leslie Georgiou, Educational Assistant at HME, effective May 25, 2022; Jennifer Campbell, Cafeteria Personnel at TAD, effective May 4, 2022. RETIREMENTS: W. Barry Johnson, Physical Education Teacher at T. A. Dugger, effective May 26, 2022, Peggy Moore, Library Assistant at EHS, effective May 25, 2022; Bill McClay, Boys' Head Soccer Coach at EHS, effective May 28, 2022. |
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8.B. Director's Update
Discussion:
Great that we can recognize students and show support for those students. Thanks to everyone who participated in all the programs this spring. Graduation this Saturday at 9:00 a.m. in Citizens Bank Stadium. Reception in the media center for Board Members at 8:00 a.m. Very proud of faculty and staff for their commitment and resilience. June Board Meeting ESSER Funds spending. Rejection of bids for baseball hitting facility on Consent Agenda. Came in way over budget. Continue to look and study the project to make a reality for the future. Summer Learning Camps begin Tuesday, May 31st. Will last four weeks. Tremendous gains last year. Camps take place at West Side and T. A. Dugger. Still have Summer ESP Program at Harold McCormick.
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8.C. Board Member Reports
Discussion:
Ms. Schaff talked about the Ten Percent Banquet at EHS. Decorations were beautiful, food was great. Honors Day was so professional. HME Senior Tea was amazing. Thanks to everyone and hope they have a relaxing summer break.
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8.D. City Council Liaison's Report
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8.E. Student Liaison's Report
Discussion:
Thank you on behalf of all the students. Lots of opportunities this year. Thanks for everything.
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9. REGULAR AGENDA
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9.A. Approve permission for the Board Chair to negotiate a new employment contract with Director of Schools, Richard VanHuss.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve permission for the Board Chair to negotiate a new employment contract with Director of Schools, Richard VanHuss. Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Looking at Mr. VanHuss' contract. Will bring back to the Board during the June meeting.
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9.B. Approve the Elizabethton City Schools FY 2022-2023 Budget.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve the Elizabethton City Schools FY 2022-2023 Budget. Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Proud to announce budget has employment raises for all employees in the system. BS0 Certified salary step increases from 38,200.00 to 40,500.00. Classified staff at school level: five steps, raise beginning pay. Salary increases in excess of $1,200,000.00. Dental and Life Insurance paid at 100%, 100% of most insurance plans. Proud to recognize employees hard work.
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9.C. Approve purchase of Trane HVAC Equipment for Harold McCormick Elementary School in the amount of $353,174.00, to be paid for using ESSER 2.0 funds.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve purchase of Trane HVAC Equipment for Harold McCormick Elementary School in the amount of $353,174.00, to be paid for using ESSER 2.0 funds. Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Big part of ESSER 3.0 funds going toward HME construction. Volatile time to be doing construction. Prices increasing 15-20% in the next few weeks. Purchasing 15 units to replace two-pipe system. Boiler will be used in areas where units are not being installed, then to EHS to replace aging boiler. Funds have to be spent by Summer 2023. Will keep units until able to have them installed.
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9.D. Approve a 3-year Contract with Hapara to provide device monitoring and safety software beginning July 1, 2022, in the amount of $66,864.00, to be paid for with Best for All District Grant funds.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve a 3-year Contract with Hapara to provide device monitoring and safety software beginning July 1, 2022, in the amount of $66,864.00, to be paid for with Best for All District Grant funds. Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Software installed on Chromebooks and devices in the system to monitor what sites students are going to.
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9.E. Approve Contract with Summers-Taylor, Inc. to construct an additional parking area for East Side Elementary School at a cost of $248,979.00.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve Contract with Summers-Taylor, Inc. to construct an additional parking area for East Side Elementary School at a cost of $248,979.00. Motion carried.
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No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Received bid back from Summers Taylor. Bid was too high, and Summers Taylor was able to work with us to lower that amount. Adds 50 parking spaces. Currently, not enough parking spaces for employees or parents. Huge improvement to the campus. Mr. Hurley is very excited. This will be done as soon as they can get to us. Scope of work 45 days. They asked that we be understanding with materials being hard to get.
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9.F. Approve a Contract between Elizabethton City Schools and Physical Therapy Services, P.A. for physical therapy and occupational therapy from August 1, 2022, through July 31, 2023, contract is renewable for four years.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve a Contract between Elizabethton City Schools and Physical Therapy Services, P.A. for physical therapy and occupational therapy from August 1, 2022, through July 31, 2023, contract is renewable for four years. Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Hearts heavy with the passing of Danny Smith. No rate increases. Level of service over the years is testament to him.
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9.G. Approve a Contract between Elizabethton City Schools and Deborah L. Curlee Communication Consultants, LLC, d/b/a Sidekick Therapy Partners for the 2022-2023 School Year.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve a Contract between Elizabethton City Schools and Deborah L. Curlee Communication Consultants, LLC, d/b/a Sidekick Therapy Partners for the 2022-2023 School Year. Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Assists us with speech and language services. Allows us an extra set of hands with all the services we provide. No charge to the system. Great to have them working with our students.
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9.H. Approve awarding RFP 2022-2023-LAWN for Lawn Maintenance Services to G & R Lawn Care for the fiscal year of July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023, in the annual amount of $92,595.00.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve awarding RFP 2022-2023-LAWN for Lawn Maintenance Services to G & R Lawn Care for the fiscal year of July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023, in the annual amount of $92,595.00. Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Three bidders for these services. G & R was the lowest compliant bidder. G & R has been doing lawn care for the last couple of months. Fantastic job done by Eric Shepherd. Encourage you to look at the campuses.
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9.I. Approve Cook's Mechanical to complete preventative maintenance on cafeteria equipment for the 2022-2023 School Year.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 to approve Cook's Mechanical to complete preventative maintenance on cafeteria equipment for the 2022-2023 School Year. Motion carried.
Discussion:
This Item was removed from the Agenda due to bids not being received in time for the Board Meeting.
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10. FOR YOUR INFORMATION
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11. NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED BOARD MEETING
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11.A. The next regularly scheduled Board Meeting will be held on the 16th day of June 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Mack Pierce Board Room in the offices of the Elizabethton Board of Education, located at 804 S. Watauga Avenue, Elizabethton, Tennessee.
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12. ADJOURN
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion was made by Board Member #1, second by Board Member #2 Motion to Adjourn Motion carried.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Motion to Adjourn by Danny O'Quinn.
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