Board Meeting
July 21, 2016
The board’s regular public meeting — where most policies, budgets, and personnel decisions get a formal vote.
Agenda items
30
With votes
2
Contested
0
Attendance
No recorded vote.
Voting Members
From the minutes- Mr. Lester M. Miller , President - Mr. Jason E. Downey , Vice President - Mrs. Ella S. Carter , Board Member - Dr. Thelma D. Dillard , Board Member - Mr. Thomas Hudson , Board Member - Mr. Daryl Morton , Board Member - Mrs. Susan K. Sipe , Board Member - Dr. Wanda West , Board Member
No recorded vote.
Non-Voting Members
From the minutes- Dr. Curtis Jones , Superintendent
No recorded vote.
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Report of the Superintendent
From the minutesThe Career, Technical, Agricultural and Education Department recognized an Advisory Board member from each high school who made a significant contribution to the District's CTAE programs. Chris Tsavatewa, Chairman of the Office of Experiential Learning at Middle Georgia State University, served as a member of the Advisory Board for the Engineering Program and STEM program at Westside High School. He wrote a grant fo…
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The Career, Technical, Agricultural and Education Department recognized an Advisory Board member from each high school who made a significant contribution to the District's CTAE programs. Chris Tsavatewa, Chairman of the Office of Experiential Learning at Middle Georgia State University, served as a member of the Advisory Board for the Engineering Program and STEM program at Westside High School. He wrote a grant for the annual Magnolia Soap Box Derby. This event served the entire community and involved students from across the district. Mr. Tsavatewa was awarded the Advisory Board Member of the Year for the School District, as well. Donna Drummond is the Marketing Development Coordinator with Robins Financial Credit Union and served as member of Northeast High School's Marketing Advisory Board. She was instrumental in providing students with the financial knowledge needed to become productive citizens. Rick Canipe is a Commercial Lender with BB&T. and served as a member of Rutland High School's Advisory Board. He participated in mock interviews, prepared FBLA students for competitive events and was always available to help in any capacity. Tony Varamo is the Vice President of Personnel Development with MetroPower and served as member of the Construction Pathway Advisory Board for Hutchings College and Career Academy. In conjuction with MetroPower, Mr. Varamo provided internship opportunities to more than 20 students. Daylon Martin is a Jones County Commissioner and Director of Neighborhood Academy and a supporter of the CTAE Department at Central High School. He provided opportunities for Early Childhood Education students to gain employment at the Macon Neighborhood Academy. Chuck Hammock is a Consulting Engineer for Andrew, Hammock, an Powell, Inc and served on the Howard High School CTAE Advisory Board. He served on the Mock Interview team, assisted with FBLA competitions and was instrumental in Bibb County's robotics program. Chief Marvin Riggins, Chief of the Macon-Bibb Fire Department, was a integral part of Southwest High School's CTAE program. He attended countless meetings, and he and members of the Macon-Bibb Fire Department graciously served as guest speakers on numerious occasions at the school. Ms. Tarry Little was awarded the Industry Collaboration Award for her service to the Bibb County CTAE programs at the school and district levels. Ms. Little is a Centralized Salvage Manager at GEICO Insurance Company.No recorded vote.
OTHER REMARKS
INVITATION TO VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD - Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
No recorded vote.
Votes to meet privately on matters state law lets boards close — like personnel, lawsuits, property, or safety. No final decisions are made behind closed doors.
Official wordingExecutive Session – Personnel Matters/Future Acquisition of Property/Pending Litigation
No recorded vote.
Approves the consent agenda — a bundle of routine items the board passes together in one vote.
Official wordingCONSENT AGENDA
From the minutesMr. Downey made a motion to approve all items on the consent agenda; seconded by Dr. Dillard and approved 8-0. - Motion made by: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma D. Dillard Voting results: Unanimously approved
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Full roll call
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Approves the official record (minutes) of an earlier meeting.
Official wordingConfirmation of Minutes
From the minutesThe Board confirmed the minutes of the following meetings: - Board Meeting - June 16, 2016 - Public Hearing - June 16, 2016 - Called Board Meeting - June 23, 2016
No recorded vote.
Renewal of Edgenuity
Official wordingIS-1 Renewal of Edgenuity
From the minutesThe Board approved the renewal of Edgenuity for the implementation of online learning for the 2016-2017 school year in the amount of $118,125.00
No recorded vote.
School Administrations Manager (SAM) Professional Development
Official wordingIS-2 School Administrations Manager (SAM) Professional Development
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to issue a purchase order to the National School Administration Manager funded by Title II-A for professional learning services for the 2016-2017 school year in an amount not to exceed $154,800.00.
No recorded vote.
Contract with Solution Tree for Professional Learning Communities Implementation for 2016-17
Official wordingIS-3 Contract with Solution Tree for Professional Learning Communities Implementation for 2016-17
From the minutesThe Board authorized the selection of Solution Tree for the purpose of providing training, coaching, and monitoring to the priority and focus schools for the 2016-2017 school year for the implementation of Professional Learning Communities; and authorized the Superintendent to enter into contract negotiations with Solution Tree for services as outlined within the formal solicitation for the schools as indicated.
No recorded vote.
Infinite Campus Renewal
Official wordingFSS-1 Infinite Campus Renewal
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to renew Infinite Campus for the fiscal year 2016-2017 in the amount of $169,652.00.
No recorded vote.
Naming of Northeast/Appling Facility
Official wordingFSS-2 Naming of Northeast/Appling Facility
From the minutesThe Board approved for the Board President to appoint a naming committee for the Northeast High School/Appling Middle School replacement facility per Policy FDC.
No recorded vote.
RFP 16-45 Playground Equipment for Elementary
Official wordingFSS-3 RFP 16-45 Playground Equipment for Elementary
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to issue a purchase order to Miracle Recreation Equipment to provide the elementary playground equipment with the alternate price bid with benches and canopies for shade in the amount of $785,857.40.
No recorded vote.
Memorandum of Understanding with Medical Center Navicent Health (School House Health Agreement)
Official wordingFSS-4 Memorandum of Understanding with Medical Center Navicent Health (School House Health Agreement)
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to continue the services provided by the Medical Center Navicent Health in the schools operated by the School District in am amount not to exceed $479,370.60.
No recorded vote.
First reading
Policy Revision GBRC - Professional Personnel Work Loads (First Reading)
Official wordingPR-1 Policy Revision GBRC - Professional Personnel Work Loads (First Reading)
From the minutesThe Board approved the first reading of the revisions of Policy GBRC - Professional Personnel Work Week.
First reading: the proposed change is put before the board and the public. The board votes on it at a later meeting, at its second reading.
Approves the latest personnel moves for certified staff — teachers and other licensed employees (hires, transfers, and departures).
Official wordingPS-1 Certified Personnel Report
From the minutesThe Board approved the Certified Personnel Report, which includes the new hires, transfers, and retirements/resignations of certified personnel.
No recorded vote.
Approves the latest personnel moves for classified staff — non-teaching employees like aides, bus drivers, and custodians (hires, transfers, and departures).
Official wordingPS-2 Classified Personnel Report
From the minutesThe Board approved the Classified Personnel Report, which includes the new hires, transfers, and retirements/resignations of classified personnel.
No recorded vote.
Personnel Recommendation(s)
Official wordingPS-3 Personnel Recommendation(s)
From the minutesThe Board approved the Superintendent's recommendations for administrative positions: - Olena Floore - Elementary Coordinator - Antonio Young - Assistant Principal, Southwest High School - Timothy Deas - Assistant Principal, Weaver Middle School The Board approved the Superintendent's recommendations for terminations : - Indya Sutton - Cashier/School Nutrition, Rosa Taylor Elementary School - Michelle Parker - Office Clerk, Alexander II Elementary School
No recorded vote.
Fiscal Support Services Committee
Approves a three-year teaching services agreement with In-talage, Inc. at $11,500.00 per teacher.
Official wordingFSS-5 Teaching Service Agreement between In-talage, Inc. and the Bibb County School District
From the minutesMr. Morton made a motion to authorize the Superintendent to approve a three-year Teaching Services Agreement between In-talage, Inc. and the Bibb County School District for school years 2016-2019 and a locked in fee of $11,500.00 per teacher provided; seconded by Mr. Downey and approved 8-0. - Motion made by: Mr. Daryl Morton - Motion seconded by: Mr. Jason E. Downey Voting results: Unanimously approved
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Full roll call
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New Business
Introduction of Macon Charter Academy Board
Official wordingNB1- Introduction of Macon Charter Academy Board
From the minutesMs. Stephanie Parker and Mr. Norman Brown, new members of the Macon Charter Academy Governing Board, introduced themselves to the Bibb County Board of Education members and the Superintendent.
No recorded vote.
Opportunity School District
Official wordingNB-2 Opportunity School District
From the minutesMr. Morton presented the Board with information concerning the Board adopting a resolution to to oppose the Governor's Opportunity to School District. The resolution would be a way to communicate to the Macon-Bibb County community the Board's position on the issue. After discussion, the Board members asked that Randy Howard, Chief Legal Counsel, to prepare a resolution to oppose the Governor's Opportunity School District for consideration at the next regular Board meeting.
No recorded vote.
Old Business
Adjourn