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Highlights of Board of Education Meeting
November 11, 2013
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE PRODUCT CONSIDERATION
As a follow-up from the October meeting the Board again considered AOC Solutions’ automated accounts payable product. Based on input received from several references it was recommended to utilize this product in our District. The Board approved utilizing AOC Solutions in the accounts payable department.
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NEW BUSINESS
2012-2013 DISTRICT AUDIT REPORT
Mr. Lynn Graves, CPA and owner of Graves and Associates, presented the 2012-2013 Audit Report. The Board approved the 2012-2013 Audit as presented.
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CONSIDERATION OF BIDS FOR ADDITIONS & ALTERATIONS AT HURRICANE DECK ELEMENTARY & CONSTRUCTION OF NEW OSAGE BEACH ELEMENTARY
Bids have been received from general contractors for these projects. Michael Kautz, architect from ACI/Boland, was in attendance to review the bids and answer questions. An updated construction budget was reviewed.
Strategic Plan Goal Area - Facilities/Support/Instructional Resources
The Board accepted the recommendation that Bales Construction be awarded the contract for the additions and alterations to Hurricane Deck Elementary School, including alternates 1, 2, 5, and 6. The Board also accepted the recommendation that Curtiss-Manes-Schulte, Inc. be awarded the contract for the new Osage Beach Elementary School, including alternates 4, 5, 6, and 7.
CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Stefanie Girard was recognized as the November “Classified Employee of the Month.” Stefanie has been with the District for 14 years as the secretary at Dogwood Elementary.
Strategic Plan Goal Area – Facilities/Support/Instructional Resources
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
Strategic Plan Goal Area – Parent & Community DevelopmentCONSENT ITEMS
A. Approve Minutes and Documentation of Regular Meeting – October 14, 2013
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B. Approve Excellence in Education Nominations
Strategic Plan Goal Area – High Quality Teachers
This month’s recipients are as follows:
Dogwood Elementary
Lisa Allen
Hawthorn Elementary
Diane Brennaman
Hawthorn Elementary
Lydia Briscoe
Oak Ridge Intermediate
Paul Krenzel
Oak Ridge Intermediate
Stacy Asante
Middle School
Nancy Groves
Middle School
Dr. Paula Brown
High School/Horizons
Angie Koons
LCTC
Karen Cleary
Hurricane Deck Elementary
Grant Leighty
C. Preview Board Candidate Filing & Closing Dates
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D. Permission to Conduct Summer School 2014
Strategic Plan Goal Area – Facilities/Support/Instructional Resources
The Board was asked to approve beginning the process of planning for summer school 2014.
E. Approve Early Graduation of Qualified Students
Strategic Plan Goal Area – Student Performance
Brett Thompson, High School Principal, requested approval for early graduation (December 2013) for qualified students as presented.
F. Update Bus Driver Handbook Language
Strategic Plan Goal Area – Governance
The Board approved consent items as presented, with a language change to the bus driver handbook as suggested.
APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT
The Board approved the October 2013 Treasurer’s Report as submitted.
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NEW BUSINESS (Continued)
ANNUAL REPORT OF FEDERAL/STATE PROGRAMS
Mr. Ryan Neal, Assistant Superintendent; Dr. Gail White, Director of LCTC; and Mrs. Lorri Travis, Director of Interventions, reported on the District’s Federal and State programs.
Strategic Plan Goal Area – Facilities/Support/Instructional Resources
LAKE CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER ANNUAL REPORT
Dr. White was in attendance and presented the annual report for LCTC and also answered questions. Building goals support District goals, tying back to MSIP 5.
Strategic Plan Goal Area – Facilities/Support/Instructional Resources
APPROVE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
As required by state law, each school district is required to have their Professional Development Plan approved by the Board of Education. Mr. Neal presented changes or modifications to the Professional Development Plan. Measuring the effectiveness of PD activities will be studied. Additional professional development will also be considered for classified employees in the future.
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REVIEW BOARD POLICIES
The Board reviewed the following policies.
POLICY CODE
POLICY TITLE
BBBA
Board Member Qualifications
JHG
Reporting and Investigating Child Abuse/Neglect
GCA
Professional Staff Positions
GCBC
Professional Staff Fringe Benefits
GDA
Support Staff Positions
GDBC
Support Staff Fringe Benefits
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BOARD WRAP-UP
This is an opportunity for the Board to report on upcoming meetings, meetings attended, registrations, and deadlines. The following items were discussed:
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· MSBA Fall Regional Meeting – October 30, 2013. Camdenton hosted at LCTC.
· Veteran’s Day ceremonies were held today throughout the District.
· Groundbreaking Ceremonies for OBE & HD – Sunday, November 24, 2013, 2:00 p.m. at Osage Beach and 3:00 p.m. at Hurricane Deck
· December Board Meeting – Will be held at Hurricane Deck Elementary.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
In compliance with State Statute 610.021 (closed meetings and closed records), the Board went into Executive Session for the following purposes:
1) Lease, purchase, or sale of real estate (610.021)(2).
2) Hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting particular employees (610.021)(3).
3) Individually identifiable personnel records, performance ratings, or records pertaining to employees (610.021)(13).
4) Records which are protected from disclosure by law (610.021)(14).
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