Regular Meeting

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Dates: 
Monday, June 1, 2009 - 6:30pm

Location:  Morris Education Center, 225 Rosenwald Lane, Brevard, NC

 

Agenda
INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER/WELCOME
BUSINESS ITEMS
1.                  Public Comment
2.                  Good News Report
3.                  Resolution of Recognition, Thanks, Commendation and Congratulations
4.                  Former Students in the Military
5.                  CTE Plan 2009-2010
6.                  Student Handbooks 2009-2010
7.                  WIA Summer Employment
8.                  BHS Restroom Bids
9.                  Closed Session (Personnel)
10.             Consent Agenda:
A.    Minutes
B.    Personnel Report
11.             Important Dates
12.             Other Items
13.             Public Comment
 
Public Comment
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
X
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
X
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
A sign-up sheet is available for public comment. Speakers will be asked to limit their comments to three (3) minutes each. A second opportunity for public comment will be provided at the end of the meeting.
 
Good News Report
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
X
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
X
21st Century Professionals
Information
X
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
X
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
RES Receives Library Grant
Rosman Elementary School, thanks to the grant writing of Peggy Bayne, has been awarded a Laura Bush Foundation for America's Libraries Award. The school will receive a grant for up to $6,000. Peggy wrote the grant asking for a birthday book for every student at RES. Interestingly enough, she found out the school was a recipient when a book salesperson called to congratulate her.
 
RHS Attendance Incentive Makes a Difference
This spring semester, Rosman High School conducted its first "Attendance Incentive Program.” In January, letters were sent to students, staff, and families describing the program and the possible incentives and reminding them of the Transylvania County attendance policy and countywide resources available to help curb attendance barriers. In mid-May RHS calculated the results of their efforts. The school had 116 students who missed three or fewer days during the spring semester, and those students were rewarded on May 20 with social time and a celebration luncheon. Students with five or fewer absences will be rewarded with free homework passes to be used next school year.
 
There were also 53 students who improved their attendance from fall semester by 50% or more, and those students were eligible for drawings for various prizes including free athletic passes, free parking passes, and gift certificates to Target, Blockbuster, iTunes, Hollister, and more. In addition, families of these improving students were eligible for drawings for Ingles and Wal-Mart gift cards. Staff who showed excellent commitment to improving student attendance by logging an exceptional number of parent contacts, staying additional hours for academic coaching, and making other efforts to encourage attendance were eligible for prizes too. The Rosman High staff is very pleased with the results.
 
Kyle Malmin Receives Award
Brevard Elementary School teacher, Kyle Malmin, has been named the Air Force Association State Teacher of the Year. He will receive a $500 award. 
 
Child Nutrition Program Receives Glowing Report
The TCS Child Nutrition Program received rave reviews following a three-day audit and review in late May. The in-depth audit is a federal mandate carried out by the Department of Public Instruction for all federally funded child nutrition programs. The menus were examined for adequate and balanced nutritional content, recipes were inspected in detail, preparation and serving procedures were observed for sanitation and correctness, and serving lines were evaluated for their attractiveness and appeal. In addition, the financial records were carefully audited and deemed exemplary in their detail and accountability. The inspectors’ reports included the following commendations:
 
  • USDA required nutrient targets and meal pattern requirements are met. Serving lines are inviting; recipes are very detailed.
  • Food quality is high. Food items are prepared and served in a safe and sanitary manner.
  • Students and staff have many food selections to choose from.
  • Many food selections offered, excellent food quality and effective use of space at Davidson River School. 
One of the reviewers commented that Davidson River School has the best food program of any alternative school he had visited. 
 
The group was especially impressed by the district’s Universal Breakfast Program, which offers each child a free breakfast every morning. They specifically cited that the program is handled according to regulations and the service of food is accountable according to USDA meal pattern guidelines. “Classroom teachers, assistant and cafeteria staff have been well trained on how to account for and serve meals. Menus have been developed to aid the classroom service plan,” they said. The Universal Breakfast Program serves the needs of the high percentage of students in Transylvania County who qualify for free or reduced price meals. The reviewers stated they would recommend that school systems interested in starting a similar program consult with the Transylvania County Schools Child Nutrition Program.
 
DRS Student Volunteers for Senior Games
David River School Principal, Donna Wilde, recently received the following thank-you letter:
 
Dear Mrs. Wilde:
 
Once again the Land of Waterfalls Senior Games was enriched by utilizing your student volunteers who were faithful in their assigned duties as timers, scorers, and measurers . . . whatever we needed the young people to do to assist in making our games a success.
 
Our thanks go out to Coach David Siniard, Tiffany Bracken, Brandon Brittain, Ethan Hensley, Jordan Hogsed, and Brandon Vanover.
 
Sincerely,
Kay Fleming
 
Resolution of Recognition
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
X
Globally Competitive Students
Action
X
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
 
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
 
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
BE IT RESOLVED by the Transylvania County Board of Education that commendations, thanks, congratulations and appreciation be expressed to the person(s) named:
 
The following members of the Brevard High School Men’s Track Team for Outstanding Achievement in State Competition:
 
Ethan Babin
4 x 400 Meter Relay
Second Place, State
Mitch Caldwell
4 x 400 Meter Relay
Second Place, State
Hunter Massingale
4 x 400 Meter Relay
Second Place, State
A. J. Zandecki
4 x 400 Meter Relay
Second Place, State
 
 
 
John Burrows
4 x 800 Meter Relay
First Place, State*
Mitch Caldwell
4 x 800 Meter Relay
First Place, State*
Scott Lewis
4 x 800 Meter Relay
First Place, State*
Hunter Massingale
4 x 800 Meter Relay
First Place, State*
 
 
*Second year in a row!
Bill Baldwin
Coach
 
 
A motion is in order to approve the resolution.
 
Former Students in the Military
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
X
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
X
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
The Board of Education would like to recognize former students from Brevard High School and Rosman High School who are currently serving or have previously served in the U.S. Military. The attached list will be updated as more names are received. 
 
CTE Plan 2009-2010
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
X
Globally Competitive Students
Action
X
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
 
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
 
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
Dr. Jeff McDaris presented the Career and Technical Education Plan for 2009-2010 at the May 18 meeting. Information about the plan is attached. The full plan may be viewed online at http://ctelps.dpi.state.nc.us. Enter username guest and password guest.  Dr. McDaris will answer any questions you may have.  
 
A motion is in order to approve the CTE Plan for 2009-2010. 
 
Student Handbooks 2009-2010
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
X
Globally Competitive Students
Action
X
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
 
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
 
Leadership
 
 
X
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
Dr. Scott Elliott presented updates to the student handbooks for 2009-2010 at the May 18 meeting. Attached are the procedures common to all schools and the individual updates for each school. Dr. Elliott will answer any questions you may have. 
 
A motion is in order to approve the student handbooks for 2009-2010.   
 
WIA Summer Employment
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
X
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
X
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
 
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
Dr. Scott Elliott will give an update on the Transylvania County Schools Building Futures Summer Work Program for Students. The program is federally funded under the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Funds are administered per a cost reimbursement contract with the Mountain Area Workforce Development Board. The mission of the Summer Work Program is to help economically disadvantaged students graduate and move successfully into work or post-secondary education. Attached is a “Frequently Asked Questions” page with more information. Dr. Elliott will answer any questions you may have.  
 
BHS Restroom Bids
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
X
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
 
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
 
Leadership
 
 
X
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
Bids for the Brevard High School restroom renovations were opened on May 27, 2009. Norris Barger will present the bid tabulation (attached) and make a recommendation for approval. The proposed budget for the BHS restroom renovation is attached. 
 
A motion is in order to accept a bid for the BHS restroom renovations. 
 
Closed Session
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
X
21st Century Professionals
Information
 
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
X
 
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(1) and 115C-319, the Board will go into closed session to discuss information that is not a public record [employee personnel files].     
 
A motion is in order to go into closed session.
 
Consent Agenda
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
X
X
21st Century Professionals
Information
 
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
 
Leadership
 
 
X
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
The following items (attached) are submitted for consent approval:
 
1.                 Minutes from May 4, 2009
2.                 Minutes from May 7, 2009
3.                 Minutes from May 18, 2009
4.                 Personnel report
 
A motion is in order to approve the consent agenda item(s). 
 
Important Dates
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
X
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
 
Leadership
 
 
X
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
June 8
National Technical Honor Society Inductions
5:30 p.m.
Transylvania Co. Library
June 9
School Bus Drivers’ Banquet
6:00 p.m.
Twin Dragons
June 10
Last pupil day
 
 
June 10
DRS Graduation
1:00 p.m.
DRS
June 11-16
Teacher Workdays
 
 
June 12
CTE Luncheon & Awards Meeting
12:00 p.m.
BHS Health Occupations Classroom
June 13
BHS Graduation
10:00 a.m.
Brevard Music Center
June 13
RHS Graduation
6:00 p.m.
 RHS Gym
June 15
REGULAR MEETING Reception for Retirees
6:30 p.m.
Transylvania Co. Library
June 18-26
Summer School
 
 
July 27
REGULAR MEETING
6:30 p.m.
MEC
 
Make-up Days
1.                  December 1 will be made up on June 9.
2.                  January 21 was made up on February 16.
3.                  March 2 will be made up on June 10.
 
Other Items
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
X
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
X
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
An opportunity will be provided for other items from board members or staff.
 
Public Comment
Strategic Priority:
Reason for Consideration:
 
Globally Competitive Students
Action
 
 
21st Century Professionals
Information
X
 
Healthy and Responsible Students
Discussion
 
X
Leadership
 
 
 
21st Century Systems
 
 
 
A sign-up sheet is available for public comment. Speakers will be asked to limit their comments to three (3) minutes each.
 
Adjourn
 
 
Groups audience: