Board Meeting
August 17, 2017
The board’s regular public meeting — where most policies, budgets, and personnel decisions get a formal vote.
Agenda items
28
With votes
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Contested
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Attendance
No recorded vote.
Voting Members
From the minutes- Mr. Daryl J. Morton, President - Dr. Thelma D. Dillard, Vice President - Mrs. Ella S. Carter , Board Member - Mr. Robert M. Easter, Board Member - Mr. Lester M. Miller, Board Member - Mrs. Susan K. Sipe, Board Member - Dr. Wanda S. West, Board Member - Dr. Sundra M. Woodford, Board Member
No recorded vote.
Non-Voting Members
From the minutes- Dr. Curtis L. Jones , Superintendent
No recorded vote.
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Invocation
Report of the Superintendent
From the minutesComprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Bibb County School District with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 18th consecutive year for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, or CAFR, for the Fiscal Year that ended June 30, 2016. The Certificate of Achievement is the hig…
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Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Bibb County School District with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 18th consecutive year for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, or CAFR, for the Fiscal Year that ended June 30, 2016. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management, according to the GFOA. 2016 - 2017 Custodial Awards Each Bibb County school undergoes biannual custodial inspections. The top teams for elementary, middle and high schools are honored for their work. For elementary schools, the winner was Lane Elementary School and head custodian Leora Tyler with a score of 99.7 percent, followed by Skyview and head custodian Stanley Alford with a 98.8, and Porter Elementary and head custodian Vanessa Rawlings in third with a 98.6. For middle schools, the winner was SOAR Academy and head custodian Anquela Hollingsworth with a 96.9, followed by Howard Middle and head custodian Sean Coon with a 95.6, and BallardHudson and head custodian Sam Blassingame with a 93.4. For high schools, Rutland High School and head custodian Beverly Harris finished first with a 99.6, followed by Hutchings College and Career Academy and head custodian Lillie Moore with a 98.9, and Southwest High School and head custodian Richard Lockett with a 97. Ingram-Pye Elementary School and Westside High School were recognized as the Most Improved Schools, Leora Tyler of Lane Elementary School was honored for Outstanding Employee Service, and Lane Principal Georglyn Stephens was honored for her support. 2017 Quick Think Competition The Quick Think Competition is held each year in second grade classrooms across the District. The competition, which is supported by the Macon Exchange Club, challenges students to think about and respond to safety situations in an effort to raise awareness. These students first compete at the school level and then advance to the District-level competition. Heard Elementary School’s Ariel-N’ikole Thomas finished in first place, followed by Bruce Elementary School’s Carlayisa Barns in second, and Springdale Elementary School’s Londyn Rodgers in third. Governor's Honors Program This year, three students from Howard High School were selected for the Governor’s Honors Program, which was held at Berry College. The program seeks to recognize the best and brightest students from across the state in a variety of disciplines. Grant Alexander was chosen for Governor’s Honors in the area of social studies, David Cyril David was chosen in the area of science and Sarah Mayfield was chosen for dance. Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals School Bell Award Every year, the Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals presents the School Bell Award to no more than 10 schools across the state. These schools are recognized for having outstanding programs in the area of curriculum and organizational leadership. For the second consecutive year, Vineville Academy of the Arts was chosen as one of these schools for its youth orchestra. 2017 FBLA National Leadership Conference As part of its annual National Leadership Conference, the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) organization provides students opportunities to compete in various business skills. These FBLA competitions include presentations, tests and reports. Howard High School’s Ethan Norfleet competed at this year’s conference in the Microsoft Office Specialist Word Competition, which required mastery of the word processing program. He finished 10th nationally in his category. 2017 FCCLA National STAR Events Competition & Conference The national FCCLA organization holds STAR events each year to showcase students’ leadership and career preparation abilities. These events recognize competitors in a variety of fields at the national level. This year, the District had three teams recognized for their efforts. Southwest High School’s Reanna Vorasup won a gold medal in career investigation, Rutland High School’s Katelyn Yancey won a silver medal for National Programs in Action – Traffic Safety, and Hutchings College and Career Academy’s Taylor Johnson-Butler, Naimah Davis and A’Zaria Oliver won a silver medal in culinary arts. Summer Reading Program Poster Contest Winners As part of the Summer Reading Program, students participated in a poster contest. At the elementary school level, there was a tie between Heard Elementary School’s Samantha Sipe, who is now at Rutland Middle, and Taylor Elementary’s Asa Johnson. At the middle and high school level, the winner was Howard High School’s Thania Jahja. Summer Reading Incentives Program The Bibb County School District partnered with the Middle Georgia Regional Library to provide our students with a Summer Reading Program titled “Build a Better World.” Students were encouraged to read 30 minutes a day during the summer. Students kept a reading log to record the title of books read and the number of minutes they read. Here are the top participants from each school: - Alexander II Magnet - Elizabeth Adebambo - Bernd Elementary - Haley Adams - Brookdale - Yazmen Martin - Bruce - Mecaria Brown - Burdell-Hunt Magnet - Malcolm Fultz - Carter - Joycelyn Faulks - Hartley - Anilya Jackson - Heard - Rebecca Ogden - Heritage - Heaven Caesar - Ingram-Pye - Taleah McCrea - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - Darren Jackson - Lane - Jasmine Booker - Porter - RayAnna McCranie - Riley - Tyrique Chester - Skyview - Andrew Hyun - Southfield - Abigail Steedley - Springdale - Chandler Williams - Taylor - Kennedi Justice - Union - Essence Ming - Veterans - Kooper Morris - Vineville Academy - Oliver Jennings - Williams - Darrell English - Appling - Lamaya Thompson - Ballard-Hudson - Octavius Ammons - Howard Middle - Patrice Awotunde - Miller Magnet - Henry Jennings - Rutland Middle - Tykeria West - Weaver - Rakhi Patel - Central - Andre Colbert - Howard High - Cindora TillmanNo recorded vote.
Invitations to Visitors to Address the Board
Approves the consent agenda — a bundle of routine items the board passes together in one vote.
Official wordingConsent Agenda
From the minutesDr. Dillard made a motion to approve the items on the consent agenda; seconded by Dr. West and approved 8-0. Mrs. Carter, Dr. Dillard, Mr. Easter, Mr. Miller, Mr. Morton, Mrs. Sipe, Dr. West and Dr. Woodford voted yes. - Motion made by: Dr. Thelma D. Dillard - Motion seconded by: Dr. Wanda S. West 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 of Education confirmed the minutes of the following meetings: - Board Meeting - July 20, 2017 - Called Board Meeting - July 31, 2017
No recorded vote.
Head Start Memorandum of Understanding
Official wordingIS-1 Head Start Memorandum of Understanding
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the Memorandum of Understanding with the Macon-Bibb County Economic Council, Inc. Head Start program and authorized the Superintendent to sign it on behalf of the District.
No recorded vote.
2018 Graduation Schedule
Official wordingIS-2 2018 Graduation Schedule
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the 2018 Graduation Schedule.
No recorded vote.
Multi-Purpose Sports Complex Easement Approval
Official wordingFSS-1 Multi-Purpose Sports Complex Easement Approval
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the resolution granting an easement and/or license to the Cal Ripken Foundation to build a multi-purpose sports complex at Matilda Hartley Elementary School and authorized the Board President and Superintendent to sign the resolution.
No recorded vote.
Northeast/Appling Project – Land Acquisition Resolution
Official wordingFSS-2 Northeast/Appling Project – Land Acquisition Resolution
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the resolution identifying the need for additional property for the Northeast High/Appling Middle project and authorized the Board President and Superintendent to sign the resolution
No recorded vote.
GADOE Capital Outlay Application for Northeast/Appling Project
Official wordingFSS-3 GADOE Capital Outlay Application for Northeast/Appling Project
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the application for capital outlay funds from the Georgia Department of Education for the construction of the new Northeast High/Appling Middle facility and authorized the Board President and Superintendent to sign the application.
No recorded vote.
2016 ESPLOST Budget Amendment
Official wordingFSS-4 2016 ESPLOST Budget Amendment
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the recommended budget amendment of $1,844,000.00 for the Transportation/Campus Police project.
No recorded vote.
2016 Parchment Transcript Processing
Official wordingFSS-5 2016 Parchment Transcript Processing
From the minutesThe Board of Education authorized the Superintendent to enter into an agreement with Parchment for online records and transcript processing.
No recorded vote.
New Policy GBBD – Professional Certification
Official wordingPR-1 New Policy GBBD – Professional Certification
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved new Policy GBBB - Professional Personnel Certification.
No recorded vote.
This policy at other meetingsFirst reading · July 20, 2017 →
Revision of Policy JBCCA – Student Assignment of Schools
Official wordingPR-2 Revision of Policy JBCCA – Student Assignment of Schools
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the revision of Policy JBCCA - Student Assignment to Schools.
No recorded vote.
This policy at other meetingsFirst reading · July 20, 2017 →
First reading
New Policy BCBK – Executive Session (First Reading)
Official wordingPR-3 New Policy BCBK – Executive Session (First Reading)
From the minutesThe Board of Education approve new policy BCBK - Executive Session for first reading.
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.
This policy at other meetingsBoard Meeting · March 15, 2018 →
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 of Education approved the Certified Personnel Report that 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 of Education approved the Classified Personnel Report that includes the new hires, transfers, and retirements/resignations of classified personnel.
No recorded vote.
Personnel Recommendations
Official wordingPS-3 Personnel Recommendations
From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the following administrative appointment: - Dr. Barbara Peck - Assistant Principal, Rutland Middle School The Board of Education approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the following certified termination: - Marcus Taylor - Teacher Grade 4, Union Elementary School The Board of Education approved the Superintendent's recommendation for t…
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The Board of Education approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the following administrative appointment: - Dr. Barbara Peck - Assistant Principal, Rutland Middle School The Board of Education approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the following certified termination: - Marcus Taylor - Teacher Grade 4, Union Elementary School The Board of Education approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the following classified terminations: - Sonja Riley - Certification Specialist, Central Office - Charles Lucas - Custodian, Custodial ServicesNo 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 minutesDr. Dillard made a motion to go into Executive Session for personnel matters/future acquisition of property/pending litigation at 7:13 p.m.; seconded by Dr. Woodford and approved 8-0. Mrs. Carter, Dr. Dillard, Mr. Easter, Mr. Miller, Mr. Morton, Mrs. Sipe, Dr. West and Dr. Woodford voted yes. Dr. Dillard made a motion to end Executive Session at 7:47 p.m.; seconded by Dr. Woodford and approved 8-0. Mrs. Carter, Dr.…
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Dr. Dillard made a motion to go into Executive Session for personnel matters/future acquisition of property/pending litigation at 7:13 p.m.; seconded by Dr. Woodford and approved 8-0. Mrs. Carter, Dr. Dillard, Mr. Easter, Mr. Miller, Mr. Morton, Mrs. Sipe, Dr. West and Dr. Woodford voted yes. Dr. Dillard made a motion to end Executive Session at 7:47 p.m.; seconded by Dr. Woodford and approved 8-0. Mrs. Carter, Dr. Dillard, Mr. Easter, Mr. Miller, Mr. Morton, Mrs. Sipe, Dr. West and Dr. Woodford voted yes.No recorded vote.
New Business
Adopts a resolution waiving the board's attorney-client privilege.
Official wordingNB-1 Waiver of Attorney-Client Privilege
From the minutesMr. Miller made a motion to adopt the Resolution waiving attorney-client privilege; seconded by Mrs. Sipe and approved 8-0. Mrs. Carter, Dr. Dillard, Mr. Easter, Mr. Miller, Mr. Morton, Mrs. Sipe, Dr. West and Dr. Woodford voted yes. - Motion made by: Mr. Lester M. Miller - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Susan K. Sipe Voting results: Unanimously approved
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Full roll call
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Old Business
Adjourn