Board Meeting
October 15, 2015
The board’s regular public meeting — where most policies, budgets, and personnel decisions get a formal vote.
Agenda items
35
With votes
1
Contested
0
Attendance
No recorded vote.
Voting Members
From the minutes- Dr. Thelma D. Dillard , President - Mr. Lester M. Miller , Vice President - Mrs. Ella S. Carter , Board Member - Mr. Jason E. Downey , 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
The Pledge of Allegiance
From the minutesThe Pledge of Allegiance was led by TyKevia Collins, first grade student at Union Elementary School.
No recorded vote.
Invocation
Report of the Superintendent
From the minutes2015 National Blue Ribbon School Alexander II Magnet Elementary School was named a 2015 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. This marks the second time in a decade that the school has received the distinction. Alexander II was named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2006. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle, and high schools w…
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2015 National Blue Ribbon School Alexander II Magnet Elementary School was named a 2015 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. This marks the second time in a decade that the school has received the distinction. Alexander II was named a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2006. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle, and high schools where students either achieve very high learning standards or are making notable improvements in closing the achievement gap. The U.S. Department of Education will honor 285 public and 50 private schools at a recognition ceremony in November in Washington, D.C. Region II ACTE Administrator of the Year Dr. Cassandra Miller-Washington , the District's Director of Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education, has been named Region II ACTE Administrator of the Year. Dr. Miller-Washington advanced to the regional competition after being named State Administrator by the Georgia ACTE. She now advances to the national ACTE awards competition. GAEA Retired Art Educator of the Year Award Brooks Dantzler was named the Georgia Art Education Association Retired Art Educator of the Year. She taught art at Rutland High School from 2008 - 2012. She also served as an art educator at Morgan, Skyview, and Rice Elementary Schools. Upon retirement, Ms. Dantzler opened her own studio, The Creative Alternative, and serves on several local community boards. GaDOE PBIS Recognition The Georgia Department of Education recognized Elam Alexander's Burke Campus and Northeast Campus for their PBIS efforts. The Georgia Department of Education recognizes schools for supporting positive school climate through the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. The recognition highlights schools that have met specific criteria and have had the framework in place for at least one year. Both the Northeast Campus and Burke Campus were named Operational Schools for 2014-2015. Nutrition Department USDA and Gold Radish Awards Recognition The United States Department of Agriculture recognized the District's Nutrition Department for its Farm-to-School program with the 2015 Southeast Region Best Practices Award. The team also won the Georgia 2015 USDA Best Practices Award for Farm-to-School Program and Georgia 2015 USDA Best Practices Award for Increasing Participation in School Lunch, School Breakfast, or Afterschool Snacks. Additionally, the Nutrition Department was awarded the Golden Radish Award, Gold Level, for its farm-to-school achievements. The Golden Radish Award is based on criteria set forth by Georgia Organics. Georgia Retired Educators Day Resolution The Board of Education recognized Bibb County's retired educators with a resolution in honor of Retired Educator's Month in November. The Georgia Retired Educators Association has chosen the month of November to celebrate retired educators. Bibb Retired Educators Association President Frank Tompkins was presented with the resolution.No recorded vote.
OTHER REMARKS
INVITATION TO VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD - Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes
From the minutesThere were no visitors to address the Board.
No recorded vote.
Approves the consent agenda — a bundle of routine items the board passes together in one vote.
Official wordingCONSENT AGENDA - Report of Standing Committees
From the minutesMr. Downey made a motion to approve the items on the consent agenda; seconded by Mr. Morton and approved 8-0. - Motion made by: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Motion seconded by: Mr. Daryl Morton Voting results: Unanimously approved
8 Yes
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 Board Meeting held on September 17, 2015 and the Board Retreat held on September 22, 2015.
No recorded vote.
Instructional Services
No recorded vote.
Strategic Plan Approval
Official wordingIS-2 Strategic Plan Approval
From the minutesThe Board approved the District Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan has five goal areas: student achievement,student and stakeholder engagement, leader and teacher effectiveness, reliable organization, and learning and growth.
No recorded vote.
Strategic Waiver School System (SWSS)
Official wordingIS-3 Strategic Waiver School System (SWSS)
From the minutesThe Board approved the District's Strategic Waiver School System (SWSS) Application for submission to the Georgia Department of Education.
No recorded vote.
Fiscal/Support Services
No recorded vote.
Purchase and Implementation for Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS)
Official wordingFSS-1 Purchase and Implementation for Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS)
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to enter into an agreement with Howard Technology Solutions for the iBoss Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS) solution in the amount of $134,000.00.
No recorded vote.
Award of Network Electronics for Veterans Elementary
Official wordingFSS-2 Award of Network Electronics for Veterans Elementary
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to issue a purchase order with Layer 3 Communications for the network electronics at Veterans Elementary School for a total of $135,427.52.
No recorded vote.
RFP Furniture Contract Award for Riley
Official wordingFSS-3 RFP Furniture Contract Award for Riley
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to issue a purchase order with Business Interiors by Staples in the amount of $115,368.93 for furniture at Riley Elementary School.
No recorded vote.
Contract Award for Warehouse Racks and Records Storage
Official wordingFSS-4 Contract Award for Warehouse Racks and Records Storage
From the minutesThe Board authorized the Superintendent to issue a purchase order to McGee Storage and Handling in the amount of $151,699.00 for warehouse racks, shelving and record storage solutions for the new Operations Center located on Cavalier Drive.
No recorded vote.
Heard Certificate of the Board
Official wordingFSS-5 Heard Certificate of the Board
From the minutesThe Board approved a resolution stating that all financial obligations and claims related to the Heard Elementary School construction project have been paid in full and the project is complete.
No recorded vote.
Policies and Rules
No recorded vote.
Personnel Services
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-1 Classified Personnel Report
From the minutesThe Board approved the Classified Personnel Report . The report includes retirements/resignations, transfers, and new hires of classified personnel.
No recorded vote.
Approves the latest personnel moves for certified staff — teachers and other licensed employees (hires, transfers, and departures).
Official wordingPS-2 Certified Personnel Report
From the minutesThe Board approved the Certified Personnel Report . The report includes retirements/resignations, transfers, and new hires of certified personnel.
No recorded vote.
Administrative Appointment(s)
Official wordingPS-3 Administrative Appointment(s)
From the minutesThe Board approved the Superintendent's recommendations for the following administrative appointments: - Vicki Hulett - Executive Director of Accounting - Alfreda Mitchell - Assistant Principal, Rutland Middle School
No recorded vote.
Terminations
Official wordingPS-4 Terminations
From the minutesThe Board approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the termination of the following certified employee: - Kendall Jordan - Teacher, Ballard-Hudson Middle School The Board approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the termination of the following classified employees: - Blake Ford - Sub-custodian, Custodial Services - Brenda Phillips - Secretary, Weaver Middle School - Michael Dixon - HVAC Mechanic, Ma…
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The Board approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the termination of the following certified employee: - Kendall Jordan - Teacher, Ballard-Hudson Middle School The Board approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the termination of the following classified employees: - Blake Ford - Sub-custodian, Custodial Services - Brenda Phillips - Secretary, Weaver Middle School - Michael Dixon - HVAC Mechanic, Maintenance Department - Christopher Morgan - Central Kitchen Nutrition Assistant, School Nutrition - Latonya Reeves - Cashier, School Nutrition - Windy Swain - Bus Driver, TransportationNo 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
From the minutesMr. Downey made a motion to go into Executive Session for the purposes of personnel matters/future acquisition of property/pending litigation at 6:18 p.m.; seconded by Mr. Morton and approved 8-0. Mr. Miller made a motion to come out of Executive Session; seconded by Mrs. Sipe and approved 7-0. Mr. Downey was not present for the vote. No action was taken during Executive Session.
No recorded vote.
Old Business
Dedication of JROTC Wing at Rutland High School
Official wordingOB-1 Dedication of JROTC Wing at Rutland High School
From the minutesThe CTAE Department received approval to dedicate the JROTC hall at Rutland High School as the Frank Johnson and Thomas Mosley Leadership Education Department. Both men served as Montford Point Marines and have significant contributions to the Macon-Bibb County Community. The dedication program will take place on November 10, 2015 at Rutland High School.
No recorded vote.
New Business
NB1-Annual Review of Academy for Classical Education (ACE)
From the minutesMr. Witt Gaither, Governing Board Chair, and Mrs. Laura Perkins, Complex Principal, presented the annual report for the Academy of Classical Education (ACE). The report covered the ACE curriculum and instruction, board governance, and financial information
No recorded vote.
Annual Review of Macon Charter Academy (MCA)
Official wordingNB-2 Annual Review of Macon Charter Academy (MCA)
From the minutesMr. Ron Boykins, principal, presented the annual report for Macon Charter Academy (MCA). The report covered the areas of board governance, school safety, academics, teacher evaulations and operations. Mr. Boykins also gave an updated of the corrective action plan they are working on for the Georgia Department of Education.
No recorded vote.
Annual Review of Hutchings Charter Academy
Official wordingNB-3 Annual Review of Hutchings Charter Academy
From the minutesDr. Cassandra Washington, Director of CTAE, and Mr. Darrick McCrary, Program Coordinator, presented an overview of Hutchings College and Career Charter Academy. The presentation included an overview of the pathways and program structure, curriculum, professional development for teachers, and highlights of activities and events during the first half of the school year.
No recorded vote.
ESPLOST Advisory Group Introductions
From the minutesMr. Leonard Bevill, chair of the ESPLOST Advisory Group, was introduced to the Board by Dr. Jones. Mr. Bevill updated the Board on the workk of the group which includes presentations at schools and community group meetings. The goal of the group is to educate as many people as possible at the ESPLOST prior to election day.
No recorded vote.
Adjourn