4/14/2011 Minutes of Anderson County Board of Education Regular Meeting Page No. 126
Minutes
ANDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
101 S. Main Street
Clinton, TN 37716
April 14, 2011
6:30 PM
Members Present Absent
John Burrell, Chairman √
Dail Cantrell √
Greg Crawford √
Steve Fritts √
Scott Gillenwaters √
Glenda Langenberg √
Rickey Rose √
Jo Williams √
Larry M. Foster, Director √
Student Board Members:
Shannon McGhee √
Allison Powers √
Others in Attendance
Jim Woodward, David Allen, Tim Parrott, Adam Wright, Stan Simpson, Eileen Thompson, Delbert Kennedy, Shay Partin, Richie Shepherd, Mike Wiley, Susie Wiley, Gary Jannotte, Ben Ridenour, Sandy Ridenour, Rick Boody, Brenda Boody, J. P. Jones, Josh Phillips, David Jones, Jeff Bagwell, Greg Deal, Janet Deal, Rae Ann Owens, Lesa Larson, Michelle Nichols, Billie Howard, Christy Smith, Dustin Knoernschild, Kevin Knoernschild, Ronnie Knoernschild, Jeff Harshbarger, Karen Bridgeman
I. CALL TO ORDER
Dr. Burrell, chairman, called the meeting to order at 6:35 PM as a regular monthly meeting of the Board of Education. Greg Crawford led the pledge of allegiance.
II. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
A. SCOPE Participants – Tim Parrot introduced Will Short, SCOPE participant, who introduced fellow SCOPE participants. Abby Powers, Emily Mariner and Joseph Nance, students from Anderson County High School (ACHS) and Clinton High School (CHS), delivered a brief presentation on the agenda and debate topics. The students said they had a fun time, met a lot of new people and thanked the board for the opportunity to attend. Joseph Nance, ACHS student, was elected 2nd Vice President during the session.
C. Linda DuCamp, Clinical Instructor at the University of Tennessee (UT), introduced UT coordinator Jennifer Jordan. Ms. DuCamp described the interns as the best group she’s had. Ms. Jordan thanked the board and said everyone at each school has been kind and supported them in every way necessary. She also said it’s been an outstanding year – the mentors have been fabulous and she is looking forward to continuing this program for many years. Dr. Burrell said Anderson County Schools looks forward to continuing the program as well.
III. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD
A. Dr. Burrell stated the Building & Grounds committee met on March 30, 2011 to discuss a proposal to lease or sell school property in the Belmont community for use as a volunteer fire department. David Allen, community spokesperson, spoke with community members who are in agreement with the proposal. Mr. Foster stated the school system has had a conversation with county attorney Jay Yeager regarding the option of a lease proposal or the option of turning the property over to the county with a caveat that it is to be used for solely for public use. Mr. Cantrell stated he had contacted a number of people who want the volunteer fire station in their community. Jo Williams asked about liability issues if the recommendation was for the lease. Board attorney Sal Varsalona said there could be a clause included in the lease that would absolve the system of any liability. Mr. Cantrell asked if there were anything prohibiting the system from deeding the property to the community as a gift. Mr. Varsalona didn’t think it would be a problem. Mr. Cantrell then asked for Mr. Foster’s recommendation. Mr. Foster suggested that it would be good for the community and recommended the system enter into a lease, with Mr. Yeager specifying conditions to the lease. He indicated the mayor has concerns about a business plan and suggested guidelines be specified so it moves forward. He said there should be a timeline and specifications for capital outlay.
Motion by Dail Cantrell and seconded by Glenda Langenberg to move forward with a lease to Andersonville Volunteer Fire Department. Discussion - Scott Gillenwaters asked if the system needed to be in the leasing business and whether or not the system was ready to deal with issues that may come up. He suggested deeding the property or a land swap. Mr. Cantrell amended his motion to read if it’s feasible to give an outright gift to the community, he’s alright with that. Mr. Rose said the system had issues before – we were not allowed to give property away, it has to be sold or leased. Dail Cantrell amended the motion to recommend Anderson County Schools enter into a twenty-five year lease with the understanding that if at anytime we are able to donate the property to (the volunteer fire station) or sell it to them for a nominal amount that we do so during the term of the lease. Glenda Langenberg seconded the motion. Motion carried.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Jo Williams and seconded by Steve Fritts to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
V. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Regular Meeting – March 10, 2011
B. HR Staffing Report
Last Name / First Name / Location / Position / Effective Date / Return Date / NotesNew Hires
Randolph / Amy / NMS / Special Ed Teacher / 3/3/11 / Replacement for Michele Goodwyne
Arwood / Dargie / LCES / Special Ed Asst. / 3/7/11 / New position for the remainder of school year
Griffith / Linda / ACHS / Food Service / 3/8/11 / Replacement for Carolyn Humphrey
Potts / Kelly / CES / Food Service / 3/11/11 / New position approved by board on 1/13/11
Daugherty / Lisa / ACHS / Food Service / 3/16/11 / Replacement for Christi Hooks
Ledford / Rose / NWES / Food Service / 3/15/11 / Replacement for Shirley Phillips
Passmore / Rebecca / GOES / Special Ed Asst. / 3/15/11 / Replacement for Amanda Chamblee
Transfer/Change of Status
Bullock / Lauren / CMS / Volleyball Coach / 7/1/11 / Replacement for Kathy Lauer
Cox / Sarah / AES / Teacher / 3/10/11 / Return from LOA
Leave of Absence
Cofer / Jacqueline / FES / Literacy Coach / 3/14/11 / 5/20/11 / Birth of child
Phillips / Shirley / NWES / Food Service / 2/15/11 / 3/7/11 / Employee's own health condition
Swisher / Nina / AES / 3rd Grade Teacher / 10/20/10 / 5/6/11 / Employee's own health condition
Justice / Debra / CHS / Food Service / 2/28/11 / 3/28/11 / Employee's own health condition
Left Employment
Goodwyne / Michele / NMS / Special Ed Teacher / 2/23/11 / Voluntary resignation
Hooks / Christi / ACHS / Food Service / 3/9/11 / Voluntary resignation
Adkins / Tracy / CES / Interim Lead Teacher / 3/14/11 / Voluntary resignation
Weaver / Jessica / Preschool / EHS Ctr Coordinator / 3/31/11 / Voluntary resignation
Phillips / Shirley / NWES / Food Service / 3/15/11 / Retirement
Cardwell / Tammy / NMS / Food Service / 3/18/11 / Voluntary resignation
Shattuck / Andrew / CHS / Head Football Coach / 5/1/11 / Voluntary resignation
Field Trips
1. Dianne Teffeteller, ACCTC, to allow students to compete at state level with SKILLS USA in Chattanooga, TN Apr. 18 – 20, 2011. 25 students and 5 chaperones.
2. Dana Early, ACCTC, to allow students to compete in FCCLA State Star Events in Nashville, TN Apr. 18 – 21, 2011. 2 students and 3 chaperones.
3. Adrienne Sharp, Christy Castleberry, CHS, to allow student s to compete at State Star Events in Nashville, TN Apr. 18 – 21. 2011. 9 students and 3 chaperones.
4. Susan Silvey, NMS, to allow students to attend Tremont Environmental Science camp in Townsend, TN May 6 – 8, 2011. CHANGE IN DATE.
5. David H. Wood, ACCTC, to allow students to compete in the Ford/AAA state contest in Nashville, TN May 11 – 12, 2011. 2 students and 1 chaperone.
6. Jeanette Mulholland, FVES, to allow safety patrol members to travel to Washington, D.C. June. 3 – 6, 2011. 3 students and 2 chaperones.
7. Jayme Smith, ACHS, to allow volleyball team to attend camp in Franklin, TN Jul. 17 – 20, 2011. 20 students and 5 chaperones.
8. Jayme Smith, ACHS, to allow volleyball team to attend camp at Belmont University in Nashville, TN Jul. 22 – 24, 2011. 20 students and 2 chaperones.
Professional Leave
1. Dianne Teffeteller, Stacey Griffith, Gary Jeffers, Timmy Hopper, David H. Wood, Pat Hess, Estle Muncy, ACCTC, to travel with students to Skills USA state conference in Chattanooga, TN Apr. 18 – 20, 2011.
2. Dana Early, ACCTC, to travel with students for FCCLA State Star Conference in Nashville, TN Apr. 18 – 21, 2011.
3. Adrienne Sharp, Christy Castleberry, CHS, to travel with students to FCCLA State Star Conference in Nashville, TN Apr. 19 – 21, 2011.
4. Jeff Harshbarger, April Meyers, NMS, to travel with students to Science Bowl competition in Washington, D.C. Apr. 28 – May 2, 2011.
5. Justin Aultman, Kim Guinn, CO, to attend CSH Grand Regional Workshop in Murfreesboro, TN May 4 – 5, 2011.
6. Julie Minton, CO, to attend Spring Fiscal Workshop in Gatlinburg, TN May 11 – 13, 2011.
7. Betty Phillips, NWMS, to attend TSNA state conference in Gatlinburg, TN Jun. 14 – 17, 2011.
8. Margaret Burrell, Sheila Miracle, Polly Elliott, Gwyn Rosenberger, Butchie Daugherty, Robin Moore, Kathy Graham, Betty Phillips, Darlene Wilson, SNP, to attend SNA national conference in Nashville, TN Jul. 10 – 14, 2011.
9. Marie Mohrman, Jeff Harshbarger, NMS, to chaperone Tremont environmental camp trip in Townsend, TN May 6, 2011.
10. Andrea McBryar, Brenda Bean, Stacy Prosise, Sherry Webber, Cindy Gaddis, Brandy Bavousett, PS/EHS, to attend Chattanooga HS/ EHS training in Pigeon Forge, TN May 2 – 4, 2011.
11. Jim Woodward, to attend spring Fiscal Workshop in Burns, TN Apr. 27 – 29, 2011.
12. Brenda Bean, Glenda Duncan, Nancy Foster, PS, to attend Early Head Start 102 in Nashville, TN May 9 – 12, 2011.
13. Ginger Leach, CHS, to attend Highly Effective Teacher’s Focus Group in Nashville, TN May 10 – 13, 2011.
14. Al Rodd, ACHS, to allow students to participate in state sectional AAA Pentathlon in Kingsport, TN Apr. 25, 2011.
EXECUTIVE APPROVAL (for information only)
Field Trips1. Philip Warfield, ACCTC, to allow students to attend FFA Meat Evaluation CDE in Murfreesboro, TN Mar. 18 – 19, 2011. 4 students and 2 chaperones.
2. Daphne Douglas, Heather Powell, ACCTC, to allow students to attend FBLA state competition in Chattanooga, TN Apr. 4 – 6, 2011. 11 students and 2 chaperones.
3. Lynn Justice, ACHS, to allow students to tour the yearbook plant and preview 2011 yearbook in Dallas, TX Apr. 7 – 10, 2011. 3 students and 1 chaperone.
4. Estle Muncy, Daphne Douglas, ACCTC, to allow students to participate in state Career Association Conference in Nashville, TN Apr. 10 – 12, 2011. 5 students and 2 chaperones.
Professional Leave
1. Mike Ellis, ACHS, to attend state girl’s basketball tournament in Murfreesboro, TN Mar. 9 – 11, 2011.
2. Al Rodd, ACHS, to attend spring track event in Mt. Pleasant, SC., Mar. 18, 2011.
3. Christopher Bradley, CHS, to attend AMSP Master Teacher Project Training in London, KY Apr. 6, 2011.
4. Ginger Leach, Christopher Bradley, to travel with students competing in math contest in Williamsburg, KY Apr. 12, 2011.
5. Christopher Steger, CHS, to chaperone students at FBLA state conference/competition in Chattanooga, TN Apr. 4 – 6, 2011.
6. Jayne Hathorne, DVES, to score fifth grade TCAP writing assessments as part of state committee in Nashville, TN Feb. 24 – 25, 2011.
Motion by Greg Crawford and seconded by Jo Williams to approve the consent agenda. Motion carried.
VI. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
A. Dr. Burrell stated the dedication of the Anderson County High School baseball field in honor of Murrel Albright went very well Monday night. There was an excellent turnout.
VII. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
A. Resolution – ACHS Special Olympics Basketball Team – Dail Cantrell read the resolution and added he will pay for the cost if the athletic director will take the lead in obtaining a banner or plaque for ACHS.
ANDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
A BOARD RESOLUTION
HONORING THE ANDERSON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
SPECIAL OLYMPICS BASKETBALL TEAM
WHEREAS, the Anderson County High School Special Olympics Basketball Team is celebrated for its achievements and in recognition thereof, the team members, coach, teacher and all individuals associated with this team are deserving of public commendation; and
WHEREAS, team members consisting of athletes and partners Ali Dunnavant, Lakin Ford, Alan Holt, Brittany Hunley, Jesse Jordan, Dustin Knoernschild, Cody Phillips, Tayla Seiber, Felicia Taylor, Cecil Vandergriff, Ben Vibbert, Caleb Vibbert, and Special Education Teacher Ginny Miceli are to be congratulated; and
WHEREAS, the team played in regional competition in February 2011 and advanced to the state competition in March 2011 where they played in five winning games; and
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ANDERSON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, that this Board recognizes each member of the Anderson County High School Special Olympics Basketball Team, their coaches, teacher and support staff for their outstanding season; and now,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the Anderson County Board of Education and a copy be forwarded to Anderson County High School.
ADOPTED WHOLEHEARTEDLY AND UNANIMOUSLY BY THE ELECTED SCHOOL BOARD OF ANDERSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE, MEETING IN REGULAR SESSION ON THE FOURTEENTH DAY OF APRIL, TWO THOUSAND AND ELEVEN.
B. Resolution – Autism Awareness Month – Dail Cantrell presented a resolution in observance of Autism Awareness Month.