August 27, 2024 at 5:30 PM - Workshop
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I. Call to Order
Discussion:
Chairman Mike Masters turned the meeting over to Mr. Boyd.
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II. Academics
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II.A. Enrollment Updates
Discussion:
Enrollment was discussed at the last meeting. "Current school enrollment stands at just under 8,100 students."
*An additional teacher has been added to Gray, 6th grade. *An additional teacher has been added to JES, 3rd grade. An instructional assistant was also added to the kindergarten class, because of numbers. *An additional teacher has been added to FBS, 3rd grade. An instructional assistant was also added to the kindergarten class, because of numbers. JES and FBS may need another teacher in those areas if numbers continue to grow. Interim has been added to Lamar Pre-K because of numbers. |
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II.B. Farm Day 2024
Discussion:
Farm Day, sponsored by Farm Bureau changed grade level participation to 4th grade.
There were several discussions about how important agriculture is to our area. No action was taken.
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II.C. Overnight/Out of State Field Trips
Discussion:
Overnight trips discussed. Deadline of forms discussed.
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II.C.1. DANIEL BOONE HIGH SCHOOL
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II.C.1.1. DBHS History Department
AP US History/Civil War History Classes Newport News, Virginia Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia Appomattox, Virginia Trip Date: November 6, 2024 Duration: 3 days
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II.C.1.2. DBHS -- Blazer Voices and Reflections
All East Honors Choir Lee University; Cleveland, Tennessee Trip Date: November 21, 2024 Duration: 3 Days
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II.C.1.3. DBHS Blazer Bells
Ivitational Concert Raliegh, North Carolina Trip Date: November 8, 2024 Duration: 2 days
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II.C.1.4. DBHS FFA Beef Show Team
Lebanon, Tennessee Trip Date: August 24, 2024 Duration: 2 Days
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II.C.1.5. DBHS Reflections
American Choral Director's National Honors Choir Dallas, Texas Trip Date: March 18, 2025 Duration: 5 days
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II.C.1.6. DBHS Key Club
Key Club District Convention and Leadership Conference Lexington, Kentucky Trip Date: March 14, 2025 Duration: 3 days |
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II.C.2. DAVID CROCKETT HIGH SCHOOL
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II.C.2.1. DCHS FFA/Ag
North American International Livestock Expo -- Sheep Show Louisville, Kentucky Trip Date: November 14, 2024 Duration: 4 days
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II.C.2.2. DCHS FFA/Ag
National FFA Convention Indianapolis, Indiana Trip Date: 10/23/2024 Duration: 4 days
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II.C.2.3. DCHS Girls Basketball Team
Elite Basketball Tournament Hilton Head, South Carolina Trip Date: December 13, 2024 Duration: 4 days
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II.C.2.4. DCHS Girs Soccer Team
Smokey Mountain Cup Gatlinburg, Tennessee Trip Date: September 6, 2024 Duratoin: 3 days
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II.D. Math Supplemental Resource -- Magma Math Platform
Discussion:
Magma Math Platform - 2500 license -$37,500 for 1 year
This will cover certain grade levels, especially high school Algebra. We will initiate this program in January and run through spring. It will be discussed during the budget to determine if the program can be scaled to other grades. |
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III. Business/Finance
Discussion:
Brad Hale provided a preliminary overview of the budget.
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III.A. Monthly Financials
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III.B. Purchase Orders
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III.B.1. Purchase Order 3483; Fincher Sports Floors; Sevierville, Tennessee; Gym Floor Maintenance (DBHS; DCHS; FBES); $15,324.00; Line Item 141E 72620-335
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III.B.2. Purchase Order 2698; Frontline Technologies Group, LLC; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Annual Service Renewal -- Professional Learning Management module; District-Wide; $29,722.14; Line Item 141E 71100-399
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III.B.3. Purchase Order 35517; NuMotion; SPED Services Equipment (various schools); $10,536.00; IDEA Part B Grant; Line Item 142E 71200-725 (900)
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III.B.4. Purchase Order 35515; Gov Connection; Merrimack, New Hampshire; Technology-Laptops; $11,772.75; Line Item 142E 72200-790 (900)
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III.B.5. Purchase Order 35527; Hazeldon Publishing; Center City, Minnesota; Olweus Bullying Prevention Program; $15,200.00; Title II-D -- Stepping Stone Academy; Line Item 142E 72130-499 (160)
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III.B.6. Purchase Order 3594; Tyler Technologies, Inc; Dallas, Texas, Annual Renewal -- Maintenance and Support; System-wide; $51,058.20; Line Item 141E 72250-399
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III.B.7. Purchase Order 3595; NCS Pearson, Inc; San Antonio, Texas; AimsWeb Universal Screener Annual Subscription Renewal; $24,850.00; Line Item 141E 72250-399
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III.B.8. Purchase Order 3631; Two Squirrels Cabinets and More; Limestone, Tennessee; Addition to previously approved LES ISM Grant CTE room upgrades; $3,865.00; LES-ISM Grant Funded; Line Item 141E 76100-399-000-00000-002
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III.C. Dental/Vision Plan Review
Discussion:
Several dental offices have stopped taking Cigna Dental insurance. Mr. Boyd has expressed concern and has requested that we look into finding better dental insurance options for our employees, along with identifying dental providers that our employees can visit. We are looking at plans for better vision insurance as well. HR is proposing Blue Cross. Documents are attached to compare the plans.
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IV. Operations
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IV.A. Capital Projects Updates
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IV.A.1. High School Stadium Upgrades Project; Application and Certification of Payment No. 08; Payment to Burwil Construction Co.; $968,823.32; Purchase Order 2499 (Board approved 08/08/2024) not to exceed $4,888,000.00; Line Item 141E 76100-799
Discussion:
Work continues at high schools. DCHS had their first game and everything went well. A lot of compliments. Hopefully, by Musket Bowl on th 6th the job will be complete. Crockett band did a great job. Speakers are arriving by next week for both high schools. Keith Ervin asked about Lamar tiles. Mr. Boyd has not forgotten this project. It will be discussed and taken care of at a later time. Security is moving forward with the installation of the vestibules. Mr. Boyd has received clarification that security measures are being handled effectively. Raptor systems continue to work effectively.
Dr. Adams has responded regarding the van purchase. The van needs to be titled, and an inverter installed so that the hot carts can be plugged in. Additionally, a lift needs to be installed to allow the hot carts to be loaded onto the back. We are still in the process of looking for another van to meet our needs.
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V. Student Supports
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V.A. Family Life Curriculum -- Annual Public Hearing
Discussion:
The Family Life Annual Public Hearing is coming up in September. This is a very important area of discussion, and it would be beneficial if all board members could attend.
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VI. Superintendent
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VI.A. Upcoming Events
Discussion:
Retired teachers will be recognized at the September meeting.
The annual superintendents' conference is coming up in September, as well as another conference where 50 superintendents were chosen to attend. These meetings will not disrupt any board workshops or meetings. |
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VI.B. Collaborative Conferencing Team -- Proposed 2024-2027 (3 Yr) Memorandum of Understanding
Discussion:
Overview of the next MOU.
Highlighted areas to discuss in September's meeting: *Provide and protect planning for teachers *Clarification of personal days *Added incentive for retirement |
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VII. Adjournment
Discussion:
Meeting Adjourned
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