DUVAL COUNTY REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTESATTENDANCE AT THIS REGULAR SCHOOOL BOARD MEETING, with all Board Members present. Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools and Mr. Derrel Q. Chatmon, Assistant General Counsel, were present.
- CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Minutes: The Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. - APPROVAL OF MARCH 4, 2003, AGENDA
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Martha Barrett
Second: Cindy Rounds
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- INVOCATION
Minutes: Deacon David MacNamara
Christ the King Catholic Church
- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE
Minutes: Mr. Isaiah Rumlin, representing the NAACP, had Exceptional Student Education (ESE) concerns with reading and math; students with disabilities accommodations; methods of assessment, student Individual Education Plans (IEP); request for information concerning accommodations in order to inform parents; request Minority Contract being awarded by the Duval County School Board.
Mr. Walter Rudd, homeowner in Oceanway nextdoor to schoolyeard. Mr. Rudd is concerned about drugs and safety regarding the students and why his land wasn't purchased by the School Board since it is adjacent to the school. Mr. Rudd requested that someone contact him reference this situation. A surveyor has previously been paid.
Mr. Calvin Barber, president of Rattler Construction, has worked on this project since 1999 and was awarded the contract in June, 2002. Inequities involved in bidding and selection process. Problems with payments and renogiating after signatures were approved.
Ms. Patricia Gibney attended last month's meeting and, again, distributed material on Life Dynamics Incorporated pertaining to Duval County school district's potential liability to: violation of state mandated child abuse reporting statutes; referrals to family planning service providers; family planning service providers having access to students; or operating a school-based health clinic. Is the City of Jacksonville protected from parents suing the Duval County School Board?
Mr. David Balz, parent of Stanton student, spoke about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program. Mr. Balz recognized the hard work performed by the students; appreciates the job well done by Board members and the Superintendent.
Mr. Garrett Dennis, representing Supervisor of Elections Office, a county-wide voter's registration drive on March 12, 2003. This is a coordinated effort to educate and register 17 year old high school students to vote. This could be one of the greatest tools for change.
Speaker:
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Comments from Parent Organizations
- COMMENTS FROM PARENT ORGANIZATIONS
Minutes: Tracy Scott, PTA president, thanked the Community Involvement Office for their assistance. The Spring Leadership Conference is scheduled for April 30, 2003; vendor fair will be a great opportunity for training.
Rachel Raneri, District Advisory Council, chairman, spoke about the informative presentations to be held at their next meeting on March 10th with Ed Wechsler on Boundary Changes; Dr. Sally Hague on the Magnet Program; Cheryl Grymes on Joint Planning Committee; Tom Welsh on proposed calendars and Project Reach. The DAC is trying to recruit help with task forces for FCAT improvement.
Comments from Employee Organizations
- COMMENTS FROM EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS
Minutes: No speakers.
- RECOGNITION OF STANTON COLLEGE PREPARATORY STUDENTS
Minutes: Four Stanton College Preparatory students were recognized for their perfect 1600 scores on the Scholastic Achievement Test. They are:
Jeffrey Swindling - Senior Patrick Barrett - Junior Rebecca Legett - Junior Tina Tang - Junior - RECOGNITION OF ROBERT E. LEE HIGH SCHOOL'S NAVY JUNIOR ROTC UNIT
Minutes: Lt. Dean Williams and Petty Officer Robert Brown lead Robert E. Lee's NJROTC Unit, along with Cadet Commander Michael Ivy and Cadet Commander Dennis Young. Both instructors have instilled in the cadets the Navy core values of honor, courage and commitment. The School Board recognizes the leadership team of Robert E. Lee High School's NJROTC for their excellent performance. - RECOGNITION BY UNITED WAY OF TOP SCHOOLS FOR THEIR PER CAPITA GIVING
Minutes: United Way recognized the top three schools in each of the five regions for their per capita giving. They are:
Region I: ECC Principal Per Capita
Highlands Ele. S. McKnight J. Fiveash $ 73
Lake Forest Ele. A. Moody R. Reeder-Herring 55
M. Gilbert E. Harrison P. Willis 54
Region II: ECC Principal Per Capita
Pickett Ele. E. Jones E. Young $ 72
Palm Ave. W. Martin C. Parker 40
Gregory Drive Ms. Wade J. Brevaldo 39
Region III: ECC Principal Per Capita
M.V. Rutherford G. Wilhelm Q. Messer $ 46
Cedar Hills Ele. L. Hirons K. Neal 45
Grand Park L.L. Smith J. Lumpkin 43
Region IV: ECC Principal Per Capita
Parkwood Hgts. S. Golden S. Golden $149
Abess Park Ele. J. Conaway D. Sapp 68
Justina Road B. Cooksey D. Gillespie 52
Region V: ECC Principal Per Capita
Greenfield Ele. C. Hughes P. Carson $ 46
Greenland Pines D. Ahearn M. Smith 40
Landon Middle Judy May C. Benson 37 - RECOGNITION OF COMMISSIONER'S BUSINESS RECOGNITION AWARDS WINNERS
Minutes: Three local business partners were recognized as the district winners for the Commissioner's Business Recognition Awards program. They are:
Wachovia
The Haskell Company
Bank of America - RECOGNITION OF FIVE STAR SCHOOL AWARDS WINNERS
Minutes: Four of the 20 Five Star School Awards from the Florida Department of Education were awarded to schools that have exhibited exemplary community involvement. They are
School Principal
Fishweir Ele. Crystal Lewis
Lake Forest Ele. Robin Herring
Lone Star Ele. Marilyn Myrick
Mandarin Oaks Ele. Jo Doty - RECOGNITION OF STAR WINNERS
Minutes: The Florida Elementary and Middle School Committee of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) recognized twenty of the forty-seven schools earning Schools Taking Action for Refort (STAR) awards. They are:
"A" Schools:
Beauclerc Elementary - Greenland Pines Elementary
Hendricks Ave. Elementary- Kings Trail Elementary
Lone Star Elementary - Mandarin Oaks Elementary
Merrill Road Elementary - Parkwood Hgts. Elementary
Ramona Blvd. Elementary - Sabal Palm Elementary
Twin Lakes Elementary - Venetia Elementary
Wesconnett Elementary
"B" Schools:
Brookview Elementary - Central Riverside Ele.
Central Riverside Ele. - Ft. Caroline Elementary
Thomas Jefferson Ele. - M. A. Jones Elementary
H. F. Kite Elementary - Normandy Village Elementary
West Riverside Ele. - Whitehouse Elementary
Other award winners who were ot able to join us tonight include:
"A" Schools:
Alimacani Elementary - Atlantic Beach Elementary
Bayview Elementary - Chets Creek Elementary
Dinsmore Elementary - Enterprise Learning Academy
Fishweir Elementary - Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary
Holiday Hill Elementary - Jacksonville Bch. Elementary
Loretto Elementary - Neptune Beach Elementary
Ortega Elementary - San Pablo Elementary
Seabreeze Elementary - John Stockton Elementary
"B" Schools:
J. Allen Axson Ele. - Brentwood Elementary
Cedar Hills Elementary - Crown Point Elementary
Hyde Park Elementary - Jacksonville Hgts.Elementary
Mayport Elementary - Oceanway Elementary
San Mateo Elementary
Ms. Drake presented a Special Award to Ms. Barrett on behalf of the entire Board. All seven Board members attended the City Council/School Board Retreat and the Board presented Ms. Barrett with a pair of trouser socks.
Ms. Barnes announced tha the Civil Service Board appointments were on consent agenda and Ms. Barnes introduced Denise Lee and Babette Ashley. Ms. Lee fills the vacancy immediately while Ms. Ashley will fill the vacancy in June, 2003. This term covers 2003-2006.
Speakers:
Ms. Denise Lee
Ms. Babette Ashley
NOTE: Ms. Barnes announced to the television viewing audience that the audio was not working properly.
Mr. George Latimer, Associate Superintendent for Administration and Business Services, introduced Walter Carter as the district's new Treasurer. Mr. Carter began his position last Monday, gave his credentials and his challenge to increase the Duval County School Board's revenue.
Speaker:
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
- CALL FOR ADDED ITEMS
Minutes: Ms. Barrett added two items; Ms. Barnes and Ms. Rounds added one item each. (See Table of Contents for listing)
- APPROVAL OF TABLE OF CONTENTS
Minutes: 1. Florida DAEOP Breakfast - Ms. Barnes
2. Jacksonville Urban Systemic Initiative, Jacksonville Housing Authority and QEM - Ms. Rounds
3. Tour of the Schools - Ms. Barrett
4. Duval County School Board/City Council Retreat -
Ms. Barrett
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Martha Barrett
Second: Cindy Rounds
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes: January 13, 2003 - Informational
January 24, 2003 - Workshop
February 3, 2003 - Workshop
February 4, 2003 - Workshop
February 4, 2003 - Regular & Student Expulsion Hearing
February 18, 2003 - Workshop
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Martha Barrett
Second: Cindy Rounds
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
Approval of Consent Agenda
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
1. Board Members'
- CIVIL SERVICE BOARD APPOINTMENTS
2. Curriculum and Instructional Services
- Early College High School
- Agreement with UNF for Summer 2003 Math, Science, and Engineering Camp
- Amendments to the District Limited English Proficient Plan for 2002 – 2005
3. Administration & Business Services
- No. 1 Budget Resolutions
- Internal Accounts Funds - School Audits
- SUPERINTENDENT'S MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENT
- Settlement--ZD, through his parent, TS, vs. DCSB
- Renewal of Property Insurance
- Surplus Property Retirement Report
- Settlement--RS, through his parents, JS and DS, vs. DCSB
4. Purchasing Services
- Duplicating Paper
- Comdial Equipment
- Reading Software for Eugene Butler Middle School
- Deployment Electronics
5. Human Resource Services
- SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
6. Facilities Services
- Acquisition of Property at Andrew Jackson High School No. 35:
- Acquisition of Property at Baldwin Middle/High School No. 38
- Easements to JEA for a Water Main Near Landon MS No. 31
- Approve License Agreement between Duval County Public Schools and the Jacksonville Urban League Head
- Additions, etc. at Paxon Middle School No. 92: Phase I Approval
- New ESE Building/Media Center/Windows at Arlington MS No. 213
- New Elementary School
- Gym Floor Repair/Replacement at Ribault High School No. 96
- Additions at Alfred I. duPont MS No. 66: Change Order
- Mechanical & Electrical Sys. Imp. at Central Admin. Bldg No. 3001
- Substantial Completions
- Roof Replacement Project (Stage II): Construction Contract Award
- Acquisition of Property at New Oceanway MS
- Construct Park Improvements at Alimacani ES No. 257
Agenda
1. General
- PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL OF PROPOSED BOUNDARY CHANGES
1.1 Postpone changing for Ortega and Venetia until a time certain to allow for further discussion.
Minutes:Postpone changing boundaries for Ortega and Veneita until a time certain to allow for further discussion.
No second; motion dies.
Motion as Stands:PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL OF PROPOSED BOUNDARY CHANGES
Minutes: PUBLIC HEARING
The Chairman declared the public hearing open on the following item:
Public Hearing and Approval of Proposed
Boundary Changes
The Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak to the Board regarding this item to come foward and the following spoke:
Unidentified parent
Kathy Childress
Sherry Young
Lee Netto
Katherine Netto
Jane Ruffin
Laville Brown
Allison Veras
The Chairman asked if anyone else wished to speak to this item, there being no response, the Chairman closed the Public Hearing.
SEE ATTACHMENT IN THE APPENDIX TO THE MINUTES.
Speakers:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Mr. Ed Wechsler, Director, Pupil Placement
Dr. Sally Hague, Director, Magnet Programs
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Jimmie Johnson
Second: Nancy Broner
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Nay
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL OF MODIFICATIONS TO SCHOOL BOARD CIVIL RIGHTS POLICIES
Minutes: PUBLIC HEARING
The Chairman declared the public hearing open on the following item:
Public Hearing and Approval of Modifications to
School Board Civil Rights Policies: GBM - Staff
Concerns/Complaints/Grievances; GBAA - Open Hiring/
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak to the Board regarding this item, there being no response, the Chairman closed the public hearing.
Speakers:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Vickie Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
2. Curriculum and Instructional Services
- EXPULSION OF STUDENT
Minutes: This item was addressed at the end of the meeting when the Board recessed at 9:45 p.m. and reconvened in the 1st floor conference room at 10:03 p.m.
STUDENT EXPULSION HEARING
10:03 p.m. - 1st floor conference room
Ms. Gloria Lockley, Director, Student Services, distributed informative material relating to the Expulsion Hearing of M.J.
Present:
Ms. B. J. Lewis, Hearing Officer
Dr. Charles Cline, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instructional Services
Mr. Derrel Chatmon, Assistant General Counsel
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Yvonne D. Williams, Mother of M.J.
Sibling, brother of M.J.
M.J., student
Ms. Lockley indicated this was an expulsion hearing honoring the expulsion of M.J. from the Mobile County Public School System. Staff's recommendation is to refuse M.J.'s admission in the Duval County School District for the period of the expulsion pursuant to Section 1006.07(1)(b)3, Florida Statute.
Ms. Lewis stated that M.J., a 15 year old student was expelled from Booker T. Washington Middle School in Mobile, Alabama on June 29, 2002 for a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, possession of a weapon. A small, loaded semi-automatic handgun was found in his book bag. The Mobile County Public School District requires a recommendaiton of expulsion for a Group E.I.A. offenxe.
Prior to the expulsiion hearing, M.J. was placed on probation for six (6) months. On June 26, 2002, the Mobile County Board of School Commissioners voted to expel M.J. and place him in the Pointe Academy, a Juvenile Justice Program for the 2002-03 school year. The Mobile County Public School System, through a cooperative agreement, is able to place expelled students in the Pointe Academy.
When M.J. moved to Jacksonville, FL, he was required to enroll in a Juvenile Justice Program. Therefore, he enrolled in the Jacksonville Marine Institute (JMI). However, his probation has ended and he can no longer attend JMI. Therefore, Ms. Williams is requesting that her son be allowed to attend school in this district or to be assisted in finding a facility where he can be placed to continue his education.
Ms. Williams, M.J.'s mother, is employed in the military and M.J. has bee in the care of other family members while she was deployed at various times. She is now residing in Duval County and stated she hopes to be stationed here for several years. She is requesting permission to enroll M.J. in this school district.
Speakers:
M.J., student
Ms. B.J. Lewis, Hearing Officer
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Gloria Lockley, Director, Student Services
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Ms. Williams, M.J.'s mother
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
After further discussion between M.J., his mother, the Superintendent and Board members, the Superintendent recommended that M.J. enroll at Mayport Middle School in our school district. However, the Superintendent admonished M.J. and said he would be closely monitored by the principal and school staff. M.J. should choose his friends wisely, set a good example for his brother and stay out of trouble.
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson warned M.J. of the consequences and penalties associated in this state with illegally carrying and using a firearm.
Mr. Jimmie Johnson offered assistance to M.J. and his mother through Project REACH. Project REACH will assign a mentor for M.J.
Ms. Lockley requested Ms. Williams to immediately fax a letter to Mayport Middle School advising them of M.J.'s enrollment.
The Superintendent commented that M.J. will not participate in FCAT testing but will concentrate on improving his academic level for the remainder of this school year.
Ms. Rounds moved the motion to uphold the expulsion; Ms. Priestly Jackson seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion: 0 - 7 (motion fails)
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:34 p.m.
3. Purchasing Services
- Temporary Nursing Services
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Terrence Wright, Director, Purchasing Services
Ms. Gloria Lockley, Director, Student Services
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Nancy Broner
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - Information Technology (IT) Hardware
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Hardy Fletcher, General Director, Technology
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Martha Barrett
Second: Cindy Rounds
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - Electronic Appraisal/Plus Development
Minutes: Speakers:
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Peggy Williams, Region II Director
Unknown Speaker
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Martha Barrett
Second: Cindy Rounds
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
4. Human Resource Services
- HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES TRANSACTIONS
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Vicki Reynolds, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resource Services
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Mr. John Radcliffe, General Director, General Services
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. George Latimer, Associate Superintendent for Administration and Business Services
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Mr. Larry McDonald, Director, Property Management
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Mr. Derrel Chatmon, Assistant General Counsel
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Ms. Vicki Drake, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Nancy Broner
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Nay
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Nay - MINIMUM/REVISED QUALIFICATIONS FOR SIX (6) POSITIONS
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Vicki Reynolds, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resource Services
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vickie Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
5. Facilities Services
- CORRECTED ITEM: Additions, etc. at Paxon School for Advanced Studies No. 75: Phase I & II Approval
5.1 Amend recommendation to appoint the firm of Rattler Construction, Inc., to provide construction ...
Minutes:Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson moved to amend the original motion as follows:
"Recommend approval of Phases I and II (Schematic and Design Development) documents as prepared by the firm of CRG Architects for design of additions remodeling and site improvements at Paxon School for Advanced Studies No. 75."
The amendment is to add back the following language and changing "Peter R. Brown Construction, Inc." to "Rattler Construction":
"Recommend appointment of the firm of Rattler Construction to provide Construction Management Services for additions, remodeling and site improvements at Paxon School for Advanced Studies No. 75. If it develops that Facilities Services staff is unable to negotiate a satisfactory agreement with the firm of Rattler Construction, they are authorized to negotiate a satisfactory agreement with one of the remaining firms in accordance with the Consultants' Competitive Negotiations Act."
Additionally, the amendment is to strike the following language:
"Recommend rejection of all Construction Managers' Qualification Submittals and grant permission to modify documents to advertise for bid due to irregularities in the evaluation process."
Mr. Johnson seconded the motion to the amendment.
Speakers:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Mr. Tony Zebouni, Assistant General Counsel
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote on the amendment: 6 - 1 (Rounds)
Vote on the original motion, as amended: 6 - 1 (Rounds)
Vote Results:PASS
Motion: Brenda Priestly Jackson
Second: Jimmie Johnson
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Nay
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
Motion as Amended:CORRECTED ITEM: Additions, etc. at Paxon School for Advanced Studies No. 75: Phase I & II Approval
Minutes: Speakers:
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Mr. Tony Zebouni, Assistant General Counsel
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Vickie Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Nay
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- BOARD MEMBERS TRAVEL
Minutes: That the Duval County School Board approve travel for the following Board members:
Ms. Kris Barnes - FSBA Days in the Legislature - March 26-28, 2003 - Tallahassee, FL
Vote Results: PASS
Motion:
Second:
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- FLORIDA DAEOP BREAKFAST - BARNES
Minutes: Ms. Barnes, as a guest speaker to the Florida DAEOP on February 8, 2003, expressed how important the office person is at a business and/or company. That person is the first person the public comes in contact with...a very important role in making an impression. - JACKSONVILLE URBAN SYSTEMIC INITIATIVE, JACKSONVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY, AND QEM - ROUNDS
Minutes: Ms. Rounds spoke about attending a recent Neighborhood Watch; partnerships with Communities in Schools and PTA Board. Many parents volunteered to sit on the PTA committee. There was a large attendance at the Schultz Center; Duval County is a model district and has potential for a national model. There is an opportunity to get involved in your community in assisting students and their parents. - TOUR OF THE SCHOOLS - BARRETT
Minutes: Ms. Martha Barrett spoke about the Tour of Schools that took place on Thursday, February 6, 2003 whereby the School Board invited all mayoral candidates and Chamber president and staff to make site visits to San Mateo, George Washington Carver and Mt. Herman schools. We want to thank those principals for their assistance; we learned a great deal. The candidates received first-hand information and now better understand the challenges we currently face. - DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD/CITY COUNCIL RETREAT - BARRETT
Minutes: Ms. Barrett thanked everyone who participated in this retreat. A special thanks to Chairman Kris Barnes and City Council President Jerry Holland for arranging a great day in Ponte Vedra!
- FOR THE RECORD
Minutes: No comments.
- ADJOURNMENT
Minutes: The meeting recessed at 9:45 p.m. with the Board members reconvening in the 1st floor conference room for a Student Expulsion Hearing.
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Chairman
Superintendent and Ex Officio Secretary to the Duval County School Board, Duval County, Florida