12-13-2007 Minutes of Andersoncounty Board of Education Regular Meeting Page No

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12-13-2007 Minutes of AndersonCounty Board of Education Regular Meeting Page No.

Minutes

ANDERSONCOUNTYBOARD OF EDUCATION

101 S. Main Street

Clinton, TN37716

December 13, 2007 – 5:30 PM

MembersPresentAbsent

John Burrell, Chairman√

Dail Cantrell√

Greg Crawford√

Ron Hagans√

Glenda Langenberg√

Wanda McCrosky,Vice-Chairman√

Peggy Hayes√

Jo Williams√

V. L. Stonecipher, Director√

Student Board Members:

Kelsey Hackler√

Alicia Phillips√

Others in Attendance

Mary Tuskan, Lisa Harrison, Chris Simons, Danny Richards, Stephanie Sherwood, Emily Clawson, Travis Freeman, Rachel Pemberton, Michelle Sampsel, Christy Hicks, Jennifer Wilson, Shelby Haun, Cheryl Harris, Bob Harris, Robin Biloski, Sid Spiva, Jackie Montgomery, Sandy Cameron, Larry Pierce, Betty Kay Pierce, Nicolette Kapolka, Jeff Harshbarger, Jenny Harshbarger, Cherie Gaines, Tammy Bacon, G M Slusher, Judy Hall, Mindy McDaniel, Jennifer Batchellor, Bob Stokes, Denise Wilburn, Gloria Robinson, Paula Sellers, Stephanie Clowers, Jeremiah Clowers, Angela Carrico, Megan Berry, Hope Aslinger, Kristin Young, Tyler Moore, Leslie Easterday, Jennifer Davis, Sheila Skeans, Tim Parrot, Linda Davis, Denise McGaha, Sara Idzik, Susan Fowler, Jennifer Beavers, Ginger Sills, Greg Fay, Kim Guinn, Jacqueline Watkins, Rob Larmoyeaux, Amos Calhoun, Sandra Calhoun, Zeb Calhoun, Lydia Calhoun, Myra McMillan, Beth Roeder, Debbie Long, Jim Woodward, Andy McKamey, Chuck Puglisi, Greg Deal, Terry Ferry, Jess Anne Cole, Johanna Whitley.

1. RECEPTION FOR MINI-GRANT RECIPIENTS

1. MINI-GRANT AWARDS

Ron Bridgeman, Anderson County Chamber Education Foundation co-chair, recognized and presented certificates to each mini-grant award winner. Education Foundation Board members attending the award presentation wereSusan Fowler, Robin B Biloski, Jackie Nichols, Denise Wilburn,Marty Anderson, Steve Clapp, Gloria Robinson, and Kelly Lenz. Clinton City Board of Education members attending were Director of Schools Vicky Violette and Tim Bible. Mr. Bridgeman announced a $10,000 donation to the foundation by Hicks Construction. A complete list of monetary amounts awarded will be online on both systems’ web sites. Those receiving mini-grants are:

ACCTCJennifer Wilson

ACHSChris Simmons

Gary Terry

Andersonville ElementaryStephanie Sherwood

Briceville ElementaryJanis Bishop

Claxton ElementaryPam Brooks

Emily Clawson

Clinton HighLisa Harrison

Harry Hitchcock

Sally Stratton

Mary Tuskan

Clinton MiddleCherie Gaines

Mike Graham

Dutch Valley/BricevilleMarcia Wade

Fairview ElementaryDebbie Bergin

Grand Oaks ElementaryJennifer Batchellor

LakeCity ElementaryKindergarten teachers

1st grade teachers

LakeCity MiddleNicolette Kapolka

Learn CenterTammy Bacon

Norris ElementaryMona Templin

Amanda Weaver

Norris MiddleMichelle Sampsel

Norwood ElementaryNicole Jett

Donna Roberts

Norwood MiddleJudy Hall

Mindy McDaniel

Clinton ElementaryLea Ousley

North Clinton ElementaryLaurie Templin

Melanie Turpin

South Clinton ElementaryJoy Arehart

Betty Pierce

1. CALL TO ORDER –Dr. Burrell, chairman, called the meeting to orderat 6:35PMas a regular monthly meeting of the Anderson County Board of Education. Greg Crawford led the board in the Pledge of Allegiance.

IV.RECOGNITON OF GUESTS

1. Partner recognition – Norris Elementary Wetland Project – John Byrd presented a slide show highlighting the NorrisElementary School wetland project. Jess Anne Cole, Principal, mentioned it had been an eight year dream to build thewetland. Certificates were presented by Dr. Burrell to honor some of the key people involved with the project:Gary Long, Junior Tucker and Fred Lively, Anderson County Highway Department;Steve Forbes and Berny Ilgner, Arcadis;and Robert Spurling, Bechtel Jacobs.

1. All-East Choir – Amos Calhoun, Kevin Daniels, ClintonHigh School

1. All-East Choir – Dixie Mitchell, Kaleb Hatmaker, Anderson County High School(not available to accept certificates due to Christmas performance)

1. FreshmanAcademy – ClintonHigh School – Eric Hill and Jennifer Beavers shared the academy’s accomplishments and goals with the Board. The Academy has grown from 40 ninth graders in 2004 to 254 in 2007-2008. English End-of-Course passing rates are on the rise; more students are enrolling in upper level math courses and the academy has had a positive effect on math Gateway scores. They plan to adapt the academy to include all ninth grade students and continue working toward a student-focused curriculum that meets the needs of every ninth grade student. Academy instructors would like to see additional Math and English teachers to include all ninth graders in the program along with an administrator dedicated to the FreshmanAcademy.

E. FreshmanAcademy – AndersonCountyHigh School–Greg Deal, Anderson County High School Principal,mentioned they have only had the academy for one semester and don’t have the data to look at scores. He supports year long classes in English and Algebra for freshman students because data shows ninth graders do better with a full year in those classes and, if you do well your ninth grade year, you’re more likely to graduate. It also makes a better transition between middle school and high school. Jenny Martin, counselor, wants to push for harder courses, and laying a foundation in ninth grade is an answer. She also said we’re looking at ACT scores now more than ever, and that’s what our students will be judged on.

Greg Faye, local business leader, stated he is a recipient of the schools’ investment in the FreshmanAcademy and it’s a success story. It’s an absolute amazing program.

V. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD

A. Request for an appeal of DHA decision –Wesley P. –did not appear at meeting.

B. Request for an appeal of DHA decision –Justin A. – motion by Dail Cantrelland seconded byPeggy Hayesto deny the appeal. Motion carried.

C. Request for an appeal of DHA decision –Jeremiah C. – motion by Dail Cantrell and seconded byGreg Crawfordto deny the appeal.Motion carried.

VI. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motionby Greg Crawford and seconded by Wanda McCrosky to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

VII.APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

1. Minutes of Regular Meeting – November 8, 2007

B. Personnel Actions

EMPLOYMENT

Certified

Ball, Julia, teacher at the LearnCenter to replace Shannon Smith who is on maternity leave. This is for 100 days only.

Highfill, Nancy, teacher at the LearnCenter to replace Jill Frazier. This position is for 100 days.

Classified

Hawkins, Roger, custodian at AndersonCountyHigh School to replace Laurence Foust.

TRANSFERS

Classified

Smith, Aleah, transferred from special education assistant at NorrisMiddle School to special education assistant at LakeCityElementary School.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Certified

Koelsch, Cynthia, teacher at Clinton Middle Schools, requests medical leave of absence beginning November 12, 2007 through June 20, 2008.

Owens, Susan, teacher at LakeCityMiddle School requests maternity leave beginning December 10, 2007 through approximately February 4, 2008.

Smith, Shannon, teacher at the LearnCenter requests maternity leave beginning November 26, 2007 through February 18, 2008.

Schaefer, Sarah, teacher at GrandOaksElementary School requests medical leave of absence beginning September 30, 2007 through January 2, 2008.

RESIGNATIONS

Certified

King, Jeff, teacher at AndersonCountyHigh School effective December 20, 2007.

Classified

Birdwell, Marsha, special education assistant at NorrisElementary School effective October 25, 2007.

Terminations

Classified

Eubanks, Jill, educational assistant at ClaxtonElementary School.

PRE-SCHOOL

Bradley, Tonya – NorrisAfter-School companion

Hembree, Tracy – ClintonAfter-School companion

Loy, Brent – AndersonvilleAfter-School companion

C. FIELD TRIPS

1. Amanda Rhea and Josh Tipton, Clinton Middle School, to travel to Nashville, TN to visit state cultural, historical and governmental landmarks March 26 – 28, 2008. 80 – 90 students and 8 – 9 chaperones.
2. Lee Ann Eaves and Candace Eubanks, Grand Oaks Elementary School, to travel to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, TN to visit the aquarium and Rain Forest Discovery Dec. 17 – 18, 2007. 44 students and 15 chaperones.
3. Paula Ingle and Mike Ingle, Clinton High School, to travel to Orlando, FL, to perform at Magic Music Days at Disneyworld March 13 – 18, 2008. 65 students and 12 chaperones.
4. Steve Malicoat, NorrisMiddle School, to travel to Washington, D. C. to learn about the history of our nation first-hand May 13 – 16, 2008. 100 students and 10 chaperones.
5. David Rogers, ClintonHigh School, to allow students to participate in activities to prepare students for careers in agriculture, horticulture and natural resources Jan. 25 – 26, 2008. 7 students and 2 chaperones.
6. Sindy Hale, AndersonCountyHigh School, to allow dance team to participate in regional competition in Berea, KY Dec. 15, 2007. 9 students and 9-13 chaperones.
7. Daphne Douglas, ACCTC and Rebekah Taylor, Clinton High School, to allow students to attend the Student Television Network Convention in Anaheim, CA Jan. 16 – 21, 2008. 13 students and 5 chaperones.
8. Paul Brown, Anderson County High School, to allow students a cultural and musical experience in New York City, NY during spring break Mar. 14 – 18, 2008. 90 students and 10 chaperones.

1. Professional Leave

1. Brandi Long and Jeannette Mullholland, Fairview Elementary School, Debbie Tackett, Kim Bonczek and Connie Warwick, Norwood Elementary School, Peter Blair, Dutch Valley Elementary School, Jo Ellen Frick and Karen Clark, Claxton Elementary School, Peggy Amos and Amy Tomlinson, Lake City Elementary School, Marti Bailey, Norris Elementary School, Pam Allen and Vickie Harbin, Grand Oaks Elementary School, to attend a Reading Recovery conference in Virginia Jan. 16 – 28, 2008.
2. Richard McAnulty, Clinton High School and Joshua Bibbs, Clinton Middle School, to attend the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, Il Dec. 19 – 20, 2007.
3. Tammy Hembree, Anita Hamm, Doris Day-McBride, Julia Kendrick, Crystal Smiddy, Sharon Gaylor, Head Start, to attend Family Literacy training in Nashville, TN Jan. 22-23, 2008.

EXECUTIVE APPROVAL (for information only)

1. Field Trips
2. Vikki Burns, Christy Castleberry and Martha Hubbs, Clinton High School, to travel to Biltmore Estates in Asheville, NC to experience the history and traditions of the Vanderbilt’s and Biltmore Estates November 27, 2007. 45 students and 4 chaperones.

1. Professional Leave
2. Angela Carrico, Clinton High School, to attend and present at the NCTE Conference in New York City, NY, Nov. 16 – 20, 2007.
3. Johanna Whitley, OOT, to attend state Technology Conference in Nashville, TN, Nov 27 – 30, 2007.
4. Myles Hebrard, Scotty Herrell, Clinton Middle School, to attend a Technology Symposium in Dickinson, TN, Dec. 2 – 4, 2007.
5. Justin Aultman, Central Office, to attend Rural Health Conference in Gatlinburg, TN, Nov. 28 – 30, 2007.
6. Mike Ingle, ClintonHigh School, to attend ETVA All-East TN Honors Chorus at LeeUniversity in Cleveland, TN, Nov. 16, 2007.
7. Ginger Spradlin, Joyce Dye, Barbara Sparks, Justin Nivens, Rebecca Ramsey, Dan Jenkins, ClintonHigh School, to attend the Love & Logic workshop in Atlanta, GA, on Dec. 6, 2007.
8. Denise Wilburn, Renita Dodson, Journey Swafford, Central Office, to observe a school in Atlanta, GA implementing First Chance (kindergarten reading intervention), Nov. 30, 2007.
9. Sue Voskamp, Pat Lynch, Lynnette Currie, Special Education, to attend BIP conference in Nashville, TN, Dec. 12. 2007.

Motion by Wanda McCrosky and seconded by Greg Crawfordto approve the consent agenda. Motion carried.

VIII. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR

A.Joint Venture – January 13 and 14 in Pigeon Forge. 100% attendance is required. Board members should let Mr. Stonecipher or Dr. Burrell know if they have topics to be discussed.

B.Dr. Burrell requested a letter of thanks to Nancy Williamson, Oneida Special Schools and to Jenny Richter, Oak Ridge City Schools for their help in evaluating our Board for the Board of Distinction award.

C.Junior Achievement building – the dumpster situation has been corrected. An open house is scheduled on Thursday, February 21 from 4:00 – 8:00 PM. Dr. Burrell encouraged the Board and staff members to attend.

IX. DIRECTOR’S REPORT

A. The Board of Distinction award will be presented at the January meeting.

A. Transportation -Mr. Stonecipher noted he wanted only to make a statement, there is no action to be taken at this time. Most of the bus contractors are in theirfourth year of the contract and the price of fuel has escalated. Some operators are making big sacrifices – we understand they’re hurting and are trying to see their contract through. He doesn’t know if there’s anything we can do at this point, but he wanted the board and public to be aware of their issue. Glenda Langenberg asked if bids were submitted by route or miles. Andy McKamey, transportation director said the contract was bid on route description, and all routes are determined by the transportation office. Mrs. Langenberg also asked if there any students walking to school. Mr. McKamey said they have tried to address the issue with students crossing railroad tracks, and the Sheriff’s Department is working with us to educate those students. A transportation proposal will be ready in January to submit to the Board of Education.

B.Purchase computers– Johanna Whitley, Director of Technology, is excited about a new type of technology, “extend-a-box,” that will connect three computers to a card in the back of a regular computer ultimately creating four new computers. She would like to usethe appropriated $150,000 to purchase one extend-a-boxfor each kindergarten through fifth grade regular classroom. This will basically providefour new computers for each classroom. The extend-a-boxes have been tested extensively since the beginning of the year with no failures. OOT plans to provide the technology to middle schools next year and to the high schools the following year.

C. GOTRYBE–GOTRYBE is working through the Tennessee Department of Health to provide a computer program to help high schools implement the required 90 minutes of physical education per week. Student Services has applied for a fully funded grant that would allow us to participate in this program.

D. Dail Cantrell mentioned the Board has not yet done anything toward hiring a public relations person. He mentioned the Board is in need of someone to advise them of upcoming events in our schools so the board members can get to all of the scheduled events. He asked if we could fill that position or have a recommendation for hire by the January meeting. Mr. Stonecipher said he should have a recommendation by next month.

E. The joint CountyCommission/ Board of Education meeting is scheduled on January 28 and will be an evening meeting, with the location to be decided.

X. STUDENT SERVICES REPORT – Terri Ferry– no report this month. The November and December report will be combined in January.

XI. COMMITTEE REPORTS - none

XII.ACTION ITEMS

A. Early exit due to hardship – Brandi R.

Motion by WandaMcCrosky and seconded by Greg Crawford to approve the early exit due to hardship. Motion carried.

B. Channel 95 funding – CountyCommission would fund $40,000, Anderson County Schools would fund $25,000 and the City of Clinton would fund $10,000 in startup costs for remainder of the year.

Motion byDailCantrell and seconded by Glenda Langenbergto appropriatefunding of $25,000from undesignated reservefor the Channel 95 project.

Roll Call Vote

Dail CantrellYea

Greg CrawfordYea

Ron HagansYea

Peggy HayesYea

Glenda LangenbergYea

Wanda McCroskyYea

Jo WilliamsYea

John BurrellYea

Motion carried.

XIII. FINANCIAL REPORT

1. Appropriations

1.(a) / 141-71200, Support Services, GeneralPurposeSchools, Budget Appropriation, Appropriation required to deploy the High Cost funds. (Source of Funds - 141-47143) / $ 25,135.01
1.(b) / 142.901, Support Services, IDEA, Federal Projects, Budget Appropriation, To provide Federal funding for 2008 carried over from 2007. (Source of Funds - 142.901-47143) / $ 171,202.12
1.(c) / 145.13, Head Start, 08.01, 2008 Budget Appropriation, To recognize and appropriate contribution received from Aisin for the Playground at ACCTC. (Source of Funds -145.13-44570) / $ 500.00
1.(d) / 145.14, Early Head Start, 08.01, 2008 Budget Appropriation, To appropriate one-time supplemental funding from Region IV and amount received from sale of surplus. (Source of Funds - 145.14-44530 & 47990 Revenue Account) / $ 33,276.32
Motion by Wanda McCrosky and seconded by Peggy Hayes to approve appropriations 1a-d
Roll Call Vote
Dail CantrellYea
Greg CrawfordYea
Ron HagansYea
Peggy HayesYea
Glenda LangenbergYea
Wanda McCroskyYea
Jo WilliamsYea
John BurrellYea
Motioncarried.
b. Transfers
2.(a) / 141-72620, Maintenance of Plant, GeneralPurposeSchools, 2008 Budget Transfer, To adjust the budgeted amounts between object codes to reflect the changing needs of the equipment and material to be purchased. / $10,000.00
2.(b) / 142.411, Title IV, Federal Projects, 2008 Budget Transfer, To correct salary object codes. / $88.00
2.(c) / 142.101, Title I, Part A, 08.01, Federal Projects, 2008 Budget Transfer, To add substitute funds for literacy training, and other supplies and materials. / $2,584.47
2.(d) / 142.501, Title V, Federal Projects, 2008 Budget Transfer, To transfer funds for science materials for classroom instruction. / $1,678.00
2.(e) / 145.12, Companion Program, Head Start, 2008 Budget Transfer, To transfer funds to pay for increased number of back ground checks required. / $378.00
2.(f) / 145.13, Head Start, 2008 Budget Transfer, To adjust codes and to provide remaining funds required for the cost of playground equipment to complete the Asin contribution. / $289.12
2.(g) / 145.14, Early Head Start, 2008 Budget Transfer, To correct the Dues and Membership funds which were originally budgeted as Other Charges. / $15.00
2.(h) / 145.15, T&TA, Head Start, 2008 Budget Transfer, To train staff in component areas instead of using consultants for training. / $2,000.00
Motion by Wanda McCrosky and seconded by Jo Williams to approve transfers 2a-h. Motion carried.
3. Requests from schools
3.(a) / NO REQUESTS FROM SCHOOLS
4. Information for the Board
4.(a) / SUMMARY FINANCIAL STATUS REPORTS THROUGH NOVEMBER 2007
4.(b) / CURRENT AUDIT REPORT FOR ANDERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS (COMPTROLLER'S AUDIT)

Dr. Burrell would like Mr. Woodward to provide the Board with a projection of gross revenue compared with last year. Jo Williams would like Mr. Woodward to provide the Board with a schedule of bond indebtedness. Mr. Woodward mentioned the two EPA bonds are close to being paid out.

Dr. Burrell suggested Larry Pierce attend the negotiating workshop on Friday, January 11.

Meeting Adjourned at 8:30p.m.

Respectfully submitted by Pam Crawford, recording secretary.

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John S. Burrell, ChairmanV. L. Stonecipher, Director of Schools