The Washington Parish School Board met in regular session on the above date with the following board members present: President Harold Smith, Juanita Barker, Susanne Jones, Hayward Boone, Richard N. Thomas, Bruce Brown, and Freddie Jefferson. Absent: Karl Bickham and Holly James.
Agenda Item #1 - Call to order.
The meeting was called to order by President Smith. He welcomed guests and news media present.
Agenda Item #2 - Invocation.
The invocation was given by Bruce Brown.
Agenda Item #3 - Pledge of Allegiance.
Agenda Item #4 - Consider a motion to adopt the minutes of the November 11, 1999, regular board meeting.
It was moved by Juanita Barker, seconded by Susanne Jones, that the Board adopt the minutes of the November 11, 1999, regular board meeting, as submitted to each board member. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #5 - Consider a motion to adopt a Resolution providing for canvassing the returns and declaring the results of the special election held in School District No. 2, Washington Parish, Louisiana, and Angie School District of the Parish of Washington, State of Louisiana, on Saturday, November 20, 1999, to authorize the continuation of special taxes therein (Harold Smith).
The following resolution was offered by Hayward Boone and seconded by Susanne Jones: (SEE ATTACHED) Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #6 - Consider a motion to adopt Schedule of School Board Meetings for 2000 (Dennie Fowler).
It was moved by Juanita Barker, seconded by Bruce Brown, that the Board adopt the following Schedule of School Board Meetings for 2000:
PUBLIC MEETINGS - ACT 707 OF 1977
REGULAR MEETINGS OF WASHINGTON PARISH SCHOOL BOARD - 2000
THURSDAYS - SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS MONDAYS - COMMITTEE MEETINGS
January 13, 2000 January 10, 2000
January 27, 2000
February 10, 2000 February 7, 2000
February 24, 2000
March 16, 2000 March 13, 2000
March 30, 2000
April 20, 2000 April 17, 2000
May 11, 2000 May 8, 2000
May 25, 2000
June 8, 2000 June 5, 2000
June 29, 2000
July 13, 2000 July 10, 2000
August 10, 2000 August 7, 2000
August 24, 2000
September 14, 2000 September 11, 2000
September 28, 2000
October 12, 2000 October 9, 2000
November 9, 2000 November 6, 2000
December 7, 2000 December 4, 2000
Agenda Item #7 - Consider a motion to adopt the following revised Washington Parish School Board policies brought about by recent legislation: File: BH - School Board Ethics, File: GAK - Personnel Records, File: IDBB - Alcohol, Drug, and Substance Abuse Education Program, File: IDCA - Summer Session, and File: JCDAC - Student Alcohol and Drug Use (Dennie Fowler).
It was moved by Freddie Jefferson, seconded by Bruce Brown, that the Board adopt the following revised Washington Parish School Board policies brought about by recent legislation: File: BH - School Board Ethics, File: GAK - Personnel Records, File: IDBB -Alcohol, Drug, and Substance Abuse Education Program, File: IDCA - Summer Session, and File: JCDAC - Student Alcohol and Drug Use. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #8 - Consider a motion to adopt Washington Parish School Board policy File: CEC - Recruitment of Superintendent, brought about by recent legislation (Dennie Fowler).
It was moved by Susanne Jones, seconded by Hayward Boone, that the Board adopt Washington Parish School Board policy File: CEC - Recruitment of Superintendent, brought about by recent legislation. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #9 - Consider a motion to approve Special Education IDEA Part B Budget Revision (Pam Williford).
It was moved by Freddie Jefferson, seconded by Bruce Brown, that the Board approve Special Education IDEA Part B Budget Revision, as requested by Dr. Pamela Williford, Supervisor of Special Education. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #10 - Consider a motion to approve Special Education Preschool Budget Revision (Pam Williford).
It was moved by Susanne Jones, seconded by Juanita Barker, that the Board approve Special Education Preschool Budget Revision, as requested by Dr. Pamela Williford, Supervisor of Special Education. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #11 - Consider a motion to approve student transfer requests (Eathel Seal).
It was moved by Freddie Jefferson, seconded by Bruce Brown, that the Board approve the following student transfer requests:
STUDENT HOME DISTRICT REQUESTED DISTRICT
Tiffany Darlene Thomas Thomas Enon
Brandon Keith Thomas Thomas Enon
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #12 - Discuss and take appropriate action regarding Personnel and Transportation Adjustments (Richard Kennedy).
It was moved by Hayward Boone, seconded by Richard Thomas, that the following Personnel and Transportation Adjustments be approved, as recommended by Richard Kennedy, Assistant Superintendent:
PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS
TRANSFER:
Sonya M. Angelo, Regular Teacher, Franklinton Jr. High School, TO Regular Teacher, Franklinton Primary School, effective January 13, 2000, and for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year only (fill-in for Sheila Burris, who is on Sabbatical Leave).
Sheryl Crain, Regular Teacher, Franklinton Elementary School, TO Academically Gifted Teacher, Franklinton Elementary School, effective January 13, 2000, and for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year only (TTA).
Lynn Mulina, Regular Teacher, Franklinton Elementary School, TO Regular Teacher, Franklinton Jr. High School, effective January 13, 2000.
Darlene Jordan, Regular Teacher, Franklinton Jr. High School, TO Regular Teacher, Franklinton Elementary School, effective January 13, 2000, and for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year only.
EMPLOY:
Franklinton Elementary School: Jennifer Buras, Regular Teacher, effective January 13, 2000, and for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year only - CERTIFIED.
Franklinton Jr. High School: Brenda Ruth Hearn, Regular Teacher, effective January 13, 2000, and for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year only - CERTIFIED (replacing Leland Lee).
Franklinton Jr. High School: Kimberly D. Bailey, Regular Teacher, effective January 13, 2000, and for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year only - CERTIFIED (replacing Sonya M. Angelo).
Franklinton Primary School: Rochelle Callahan, Speech Therapist Assistant, effective the Spring semester only of the 1999/2000 school year (CERTIFIED).
Varnado High School: Cheryl Seals, Regular Teacher, effective January 13, 2000, and for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year only - CERTIFIED (replacing Jack Bacot).
TRANSPORTATION ADJUSTMENTS
Enon Elementary School:Extend the route of Michael Sharp 1.6 miles one way to pick up Tommy Mizell, Christopher Gilchrist, Lauren Nave, and Justin Nave. Effective date: October 25, 1999.
Franklinton Primary School:Extend the route of Juanita Tullos 2.3 miles one way to pick up a Special Education student. Effective date: October 13, 1999.
Mt. Hermon School:Extend the route of Naomi Tarver .9 mile one way to pick up Daniel Bullock. Effective date: November 8, 1999.
Thomas Jr. High School:Extend the route of D. Kaye Magee 4.8 miles one way due to detour (bridge out on Brumfield Road). Effective date: September 30, 1999.
Wesley Ray Elementary School:Extend the route of Mary Knight 1.1 miles one way to pick up a Special Education student. Effective date: October 11, 1999.
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #13 - Superintendent’s Report.
At the request of Superintendent Fowler, it was moved by Harold Smith, seconded by Juanita Barker, that the following item be added to the agenda: Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the purchase of a portable handicap lift at Mt. Hermon School. Motion carried unanimously.
Superintendent Fowler stated that the State Fire Marshal is requiring the installation of a portable handicap lift in the stage area of the remodeled gym. A quotation in the amount of $6,440.00 (labor and material) has been obtained from American Crescent Elevator Corp., New Orleans, LA. Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Fowler, it was moved by Harold Smith, seconded by Juanita Barker, that the Board authorize the purchase of a portable handicap lift from American Crescent Elevator Corp. in the amount of $6,440.00 (labor and material) to be installed in the stage area of the Mt. Hermon School gymnasium, with purchase to be made from Mt. Hermon School contingency fund. Motion carried unanimously.
Superintendent Fowler expressed appreciation for the passage of the millage propositions for School District No. 2 and Angie School District.
Agenda Item #14 - Other business from board members.
Freddie Jefferson initiated a discussion regarding remediation being offered during school hours, perhaps, in place of a physical education course, or as an elective course. Superintendent Fowler stated he would talk with principals about this and would strongly encourage them to emphasize remediation in their schools.
Agenda Item #15 - Consider a motion to enter into Executive Session under LA R.S. 72:6.1A(7) concerning student disciplinary appeal (Harold Smith).
It was moved by Juanita Barker, seconded by Freddie Jefferson, that this item be deleted from the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Harold Smith, seconded by Susanne Jones, that the Board enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing a personnel matter. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #16 - Consider a motion to return to regular session (Harold Smith).
It was moved by Freddie Jefferson, seconded by Susanne Jones, that the Board return to regular session. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #17 - Consider a motion to adjourn.
It was moved by Freddie Jefferson, seconded by Holly James, that the Board adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
HAROLD R. SMITH, PRESIDENT
DENNIE FOWLER, SECRETARY