DUVAL COUNTY REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTESATTENDANCE AT THIS REGULAR MEETING OF THE DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD with Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Derrel Chatmon, Assistant General Counsel, and all seven Board members present.
- CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Minutes: Ms. Kris Barnes, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. - APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 2, 2003, AGENDA
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- INVOCATION
Minutes: Deacon David MacNamara
Christ the King Catholic Church
- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE
Minutes: Ms. Violet Dubberly asked the Superintendent why the pledge allegiance to the flag has been taken out of our public schools? Ms. Dubberly wanted to bring this to the attention of our Superintendent and Board. Superintendent John Fryer said he was not aware that this was happening and he would look into this matter immediately.
Ms. Sheila Andrews spoke about parent conferences. The school handbook encourages communication between the home and school, thereby, parent conferences are necessary. Ms. Andrews is receiving a negative attitude in trying to set up a conference with her child's teacher(s). The Superintendent said he would follow up on this request.
Ms. Patricia Gibney inquired about what the teachers are allowed to report in child abuse cases. Is there a pamphlet? Dr. Nancy Snyder spoke privately with Ms. Gibney.
Mr. John Turner addressed unclean restrooms at Mandarin High School. They are in need of major repair in order to work properly. Additionally, many of the bathrooms are locked and there is a student body of approximately 2,100 students. All school restrooms should be in an orderly fashion and need to be inspected by the close of school tomorrow. Are procedures being followed? The Superintendent stated that each principal and custodian are required to sign-off on such matters. Regional Superintendent Elaine Mann said that the principal and head custodian at Mandarin High School recently took her on a tour and found that most of the restrooms were cleaner than expected with only one as substandard. The reasons for some of the restrooms being locked is for safety reasons.
Ms. Regina Gullman, concerned parent, spoke about the bus driver on First Student Bus #82 - he is most unprofessional; yells and swears at the students. Ms. Gullman has a 5 year old on the bus; the driver pulls away with many children still standing; bus overcrowded and transportation will not return her calls. The Superintendent said he would check on this immediately.
Comments from Parent Organizations
- COMMENTS FROM PARENT ORGANIZATIONS
Minutes: Ms. Reta Russell-Houghton, PTA president, mentioned having attended several Open Houses recently; there are wonderful things happening all over Duval County; Fall Leadership Conference is this Thursday, September 4, 9:15 am at the Schultz Center and it's free. Ms. Russell-Houghton commented about how smooth the opening of school was this year compared to many years past.
Ms. Rachel Raneri, District Advisory Council Chairman, mentioned that the School Advisory Council (SAC) Handbooks are here and along with them are sample School By-Laws; training is scheduled for the very near future; there is new criteria for the Five School Award; September 15 is the next DAC meeting, 6:30 p.m. in the 6th floor conference room; all Board members, Regionals and/or staff are invited and encouraged to attend any of these open meetings...we welcome your attendance.
Comments from Employee Organizations
- COMMENTS FROM EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS
Minutes: Ms. Terrie Brady, Duval Teachers United president, spoke about reality checks during the last 30 days; paras were riffed, the largest number of surplussing in the schools; employees are seeing freezes in their supply accounts; non-core teachers are being surplussed; many of our vocational teachers will be riffed; we are still spending dollars on non-essential items; telephones, beepers; every single item needs to be examined; accolades to Stephen Bright and his staff in the Budget Office. Use instruction time wisely - we extended the kindergarten day and implemented an Early Literacy Program - not enough time during the day to cover all that is expected; time is crucial to instruction; the classroom has not been protected; proposal to alleviate teachers performing cafeteria and/or hall duty (hence, losing instructional time)to direct certificated administrators in the administration and regional offices to be placed in the schools who have lost paras and perform those duties, thus, allowing the teachers to remain in the classroom. Did You Know facts; 1,075 members in the UOPD.
Speakers:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
- PRESENTATION - FIVE STAR SCHOOL AWARD PRESENTATIONS
Minutes: This year, 23 Duval County schools are shining brightly as 2002-03 Five Star School Award winners:
School Principal SAC/PTA
Alimacani Pam Rogers Mike Bell
R.L. Brown Carolyn Blackshear Jill Smith
Crown Pt Sherry Adams Krista Griffith
Fishweir Andrea Akers Trudy Padillo
Fletcher Middle Ronda Hamilton Cotter
Greenfield Marlene Rasmussen Jill Duffy
Greenland Pines Minnie Smith Denise Ahearn
Hendricks Avenue Jayne Owens-Thompson Walt Johnston
Hogan Spring Glen Anne Miller Brandi Baker
Jax. Beach Jill Leinhauser Michelle Tipton
Lake Forest Robin Herring
Loretto Caroline Rademacher Kathy Whitley
Love Grove Mary Mickel Brian Jones
Mandarin Oaks Patricia Carson Doug Stoval
Normandy Village Clemjene Alexander Theresa Mercardo
Oak Hill Loraine Nelson Barbara Martin
Parkwood Hgts. Susan Golden Lyn Odle
Raines High Carol Daniels June Franklin
Sabal Palm Janet Campbell Hansler Bealyer
Southside Estates Patricia Latimer Al Cherry
Spring Park Barbara Short Anne Baron
Timucuan Carolyn Kantor Alan Lambert
Twin Lakes Ele. Debbie Menard Joe Lumpkin
- PRESENTATION - MANDARIN HIGH SCHOOL REEF BALL PROJECT
Minutes: Certificates of Recognition were given to a Marine Science teacher at Mandarin High, Lex Waters, and former student, Eric Yarborough, for their efforts in restoring reef systems to a natural and productive balance. They created and deployed approximately 200 reef balls eight miles offshore from the Duval/St. Johns County line to create what will be known as the High School Reef. - PRESENTATION - PLAQUE TO JERRY HOLLAND FROM BOARD MEMBERS
Minutes: A plaque was presented to City Councilman Jerry Holland in recognition of his service to the Board as past president of City Council. - REPORT - SKILLS TRAINING FOR YOUTH GRANT - CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - PAULA CHAON
Minutes: Ms. Paula Chaon, Chamber of Commerce, gave a brief report on Skills Training for Youth Grant
The Chamber, in partnership with WorkSource and Junior Achievement implemented an AWI grant for the Career Academies at Raines and A. Philip Randolph. The goal of the grant was to provide students with career preparation/employability skills training, expose them to business through job shadowing and place them in paid work experiences. Businesses really stepped up. Over 50 businesses signed up to participate in various components of the program. More than 200 job shadow experiences were offered and more than 130 students completed the paid work experiences. While the goal of the program was to give students a part-time work experience, 10% of students were retained in full and/or part-time positions with various companies. The Chamber is proud to support educational programs and we look forward to continuing in wuch worthwhile endeavors.
- REPORT - SAVE THE MUSIC FAMILY FESTIVAL - MARK FRANK, SALES MANAGER - 1029 THE POINT
Minutes: Mr. Mark Frank, Sales Manager for Radio Station 102.9, The Point, distributed colored flyers inviting everyone to the "Save the Music Family Festival" to be held on Saturday, September 27, 3:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the University of North Florida. Please put this important date on your calendars! - REPORT - FARENHEIT 451 - KRIS BARNES
Minutes: Chairman Barnes spoke about Farenheit 451 - JAX Reads is reading this book and it goes on through the end of September. Many discussion groups are going on around town.
Ms. Barnes also noted that fellow Board Member Jimmie Johnson will be inducted into the FAMU Sports Hall of Fame in Tallahassee this Friday, September 5, evening...what an honor!
- CALL FOR ADDED ITEMS
Minutes: Ms. Vicki Drake and Mr. Jimmie Johnson each added one item. (See Table of Contents for listing)
- APPROVAL OF TABLE OF CONTENTS
Minutes: 1. Budget - Ms. Vicki Drake
2. Motivational Speaker - Mr. Jimmie Johnson
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes: Approval of the following Minutes:
April 4, 2003 - Workshop
May 9, 2003 - Workshop
May 19, 2003 - Workshop
May 19, 2003 - Special
May 20, 2003 - Special/Executive Session
May 28, 2003 - Workshop
July 10, 2003 - Workshop
July 15, 2003 - Workshop
July 28, 2003 - Informational
August 5, 2003 - Regular
August 7, 2003 - Special
August 11, 2003 - Informational
August 12, 2003 - Workshop
August 15, 2003 - Workshop
August 25, 2003 - Informational
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki 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
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
1. Curriculum and Instructional Services
- TITLE III GRANT FOR IMMIGRANT STUDENTS
- AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA
2. Administration & Business Services
- RENEWAL OF LEGAL LIABILITY INSURANCE (ERRORS AND OMISSIONS)
- WORKERS' COMPENSATION SETTLEMENT-DAVID MATHIS
- WORKERS' COMPENSATION SETTLEMENT-CHERYL PRICE
- BOND COUNSEL
- SETTLEMENT--DCP AND AP VS. DCSB
- RENEWAL OF EMPLOYEE GROUP LIFE INSURANCE WITH UNUM LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA
- Internal Accounts Funds - School Audits
- SURPLUS PROPERTY RETIREMENT REPORT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT PLAN
3. Purchasing Services
- Furnish and Install Stage Drapes
- Excent Software Maintenance Renewal
- Membership Dues for Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
4. Human Resource Services
- HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES TRANSACTIONS
5. Facilities Services
- Replacement of EMCS at Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology No. 280
- Additions at Alfred I. duPont MS No. 66: Change Order No. 8
- REPLACEMENT: Additions, etc. at Merrill Rd. Elem.: CM Selection
- REPLACEMENT: New 10 Classroom Wing at San Jose Elem.
Agenda
1. Board Members'
- READING PROGRAMS - ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Minutes: Speakers:
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for
Curriculum and Instruction
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Ms. Martha Barrett, 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
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - READING PROGRAMS - HIGH SCHOOLS
Minutes: The Chairman recognized Boy Scout Troop 159 and thanked them for attending the Board meeting.
Speakers:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for
Curriculum and Instruction
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - SHARED DECISION MAKING TRAINING
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Vicki Drake, Board Member
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
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Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
2. General
- PUBLIC HEARING - ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION - FILE: CC
Minutes: PUBLIC HEARING
The Chairman declared the public hearing open on the following item:
Administrative Organization - FILE:CC
The Chairman asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak to the Boad regarding this item, there being no response, the Chairman closed the public hearing.
Speakers:
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
3. Curriculum and Instructional Services
- DUVAL COUNTY INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM INITIATIVES
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for
Curriculum and Instruction
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GEOMETRY
Minutes: The Chairman welcomed the Soil and Water Commission chair, Clay Yarborough, to the meeting. Clay additionally works our Board meetings as he's part of the Channel 7 crew.
Speakers:
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for
Curriculum and Instruction
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Vicki Drake
Second: Jimmie Johnson
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - CONTRACT RENEWAL - J/P ASSOCIATES
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Vicki Drake
Second: Jimmie Johnson
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - APPROVAL OF THE DISTRICT MASTER INSERVICE PLAN
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instructional Services
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - FIRST START PROGRAM
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Ms. Barbara Brigety, Early Education
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Nancy Broner
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - EVEN START FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAM
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Ms. Barbara Brigety, Early Education
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - HOME INSTRUCTION FOR PARENTS OF PRESCHOOL YOUNGSTERS (HIPPY)
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Ms. Barbara Brigety, Early Education
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - PREKINDERGARTEN EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM RATE AND REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - CROWN CONSORTIUM RESOLUTION 2003-04
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instructional Services
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Ms. Vicki Drake, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Vicki Drake
Second: Cindy Rounds
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - SECONDARY READING COACH MODEL GRANT
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instructional Services
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH DESTINY EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE, INC.
3.1 AMENDMENT NO. 1
Vote Results:PASS
Motion: Vicki Drake
Second: Brenda Priestly Jackson
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
Motion as Amended:CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH DESTINY EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE, INC.
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Mr. Derrel Chatmon, Assistant General Counsel
Mr. Ed Pratt-Dannals, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instructional Services
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Mr. George Latimer, Associate Superintendent for Administration and Business Services
Dr. Sally Hague, Director, Magnet Programs
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Ms. Vicki Drake, Board Member
4. Administration & Business Services
- RENEWAL OF HEALTH INSURANCE
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Terrence Wright, Purchasing
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - SETTLEMENT--TR vs. DCSB
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
5. Purchasing Services
- Software Support – Compass Learning
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Craig Honour, Chief Information Officer
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Vicki Drake
Second: Cindy Rounds
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
6. Facilities Services
- Second Amendment to the Joint Use Agreement
Minutes: Speaker:
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - WITHDRAWN: Additions, etc. at Paxon Middle School No. 92: Rev. Project, Rev. Budget
- Additions, etc. at Garden City Elem. School No. 59: Change Order
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Doug Ayars, Assistant Superintendent for Facilities
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Nancy Broner
Second: Vicki Drake
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye - Substantial Completions and Certificates of Final Inspection
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Doug Ayars, Assistant Superintendent for Facilities
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- BOARD MEMBERS TRAVEL
Minutes: That the Duval County School Board approve the following travel for Board members:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Ms. Nancy Broner, Ms. Vicki Drake and Ms. Cindy Rounds - FSBA School Finance Training Module - October 2-3, 2003 - Jacksonville, FL
Ms. Kris Barnes, Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson and Mr. Jimmie Johnson - CUBE - October 2-5, 2003 - Charlotte, NC
Ms. Cindy Rounds - NFUSSD 2003 Conference - October 4-7, 2003 - Charleston, SC
Ms. Nancy Broner - Pegasus Conference - October 8-10, 2003 - Boston, MA
Ms. Cindy Rounds - FSBA Tampa Legislative Platform - October 9-11, 2003 - Tampa, FL
Ms. Vicki Drake and Ms. Brenda Priestly Jackson - Council of Great City Schools 47th Annual Fall Conference - October 22-26, 2003 - Chicago, IL
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Brenda Priestly Jackson
Second: Martha Barrett
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vicki Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
Minutes: Budget Concerns - Ms. Vicki Drake
These concerns began with the last legislative session - $3000,000,000 in the hole for the state; not good for any district. Everything has been cut. We held a press conference to alert the community. We kew that our health insurance was going up; FRS contribution went up; Class Size Amendment affected us; and, we had hoped to offer our teachers a step increase. Some schools lost significant dollars because they lost students. The McKay Scholarships caused a great deficit in our district; transportation; "No Child Left Behind Act" cost our district. We're now approximately $3,000,000 in the hold and it's not going to get any better next year either. There's no relief in the next 2-4 years; freezing budgets impacts the classroom. We're a community of learners and we need to continue with professiional development to provide the best possible education to our students...hold tight!
Motivational Speaker - Mr. Jimmie Johnson
Dr. Freeman A. Hrabowski, president of the University of Maryland (Baltimore), did an outstanding job with our students. USI brought Dr. Hrabowski to Jacksonville and I commend Dr. Giradeau for her efforts. Dr. Hrabowski graduated college at the young age of 19. I thank USI for bringing such a talented man to our community!
- FOR THE RECORD
Minutes: Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman, encouraged everyone to attend the "Save the Music Festival" on 9/27/03 at UNF.
Ms. Barnes also mentioned the Willie Gary Football Classic on 9/27/03. Please take advantage of these activities going on in our great city.
Mr. Fryer spoke about Englewood High School's FCAT grade was challenged and denied by the state. The school earned points to get the "C" and was awarded a "D". They took the FCAT early last October and did not take it in February, so the school received a lesser percentage in spite that all students passed the test...because of this, the state dropped their grade one letter...they did earn a "C". We won't let this happen again.
- ADJOURNMENT
Minutes: The meeting adjourned at 9:38 p.m.
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Superintendent and Ex Officio Secretary to the Duval County School Board, Duval County, Florida