DUVAL COUNTY REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTESATTENDANCE AT THIS REGULAR MEETING OF THE DUVAL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD. All Board members were present as well as John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools and Karen Chastain, Assistant General Counsel.
- CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Minutes: The Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
- INVOCATION
Minutes: Deacon David MacNamara
Christ the King Catholic Church
- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
- COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE
Minutes: Ms. Olivia Gay Davis, Chair of the Education Committee, representing the Jacksonville branch of the NAACP, thanked the Superintendent for meeting with their group two weeks ago - the person has not received the check as of this date. Please investigate this concern.
The NAACP has adopted a "Call for Action in Education" and there are noted to be 13 disparities in most schools throughout the United States. Each branch was asked to review these disparities as they exist in Duval County. Tonight, Ms. Gay Davis spoke about the area of "suspension".
In 1999-2000, black students accounted for 42% of the population with 63% of the suspensions; in 2000-2001, black students accounted for 43% of the population and 57% of the suspensions; in 2001-2002, black students accounted for 43% of the population and 58% of the suspensions.
The NAACP requests that we use the 2001-02 rate as the baseline data and over the next five years, give us feedback about the goal that we hope to reach - to eliminate the gap in suspensions.
Comments from Parent Organizations
- COMMENTS FROM PARENT ORGANIZATIONS
Minutes: Ms. Tracy Scott, PTA president, spoke about their annual convention in Daytona Beach in November. We had a wonderful opportunity to network with other districts.
Two of our Duval County PTA Board members are now serving on the Florida PTA Board.
Our Student Leadership Conference was held November 18 at the Schultz Center. We moved this conference from the spring to the fall due to the FCAT. We had approximately 200 hundred students attending the conference.
We have been working very hard with our Challenged Schools in trying to establish PTA's. The volunteer liaisons in these schools have been instrumental in bringing the parents in and coordinating the meetings. Attendance has varied but it is always successful. We want to thank the district and school administrators for their support. Parents are learning on how to help their children.
Ms. Rachel Raneri, representing District Advisory Council, distributed the new School Advisory Council handbooks. The SAC will be training in the spring. Ms. Raneri expressed her desire to work with the Board in the future. The Board has an item before them for approval on the School Improvement Plans - we hope parents will take this very seriously and that we follow the School Improvement Plans to help our children succeed.
Comments from Employee Organizations
- COMMENTS FROM EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS
Minutes: Ms. Terrie Brady, president, Duval Teachers United, expressed excitement about the results of the teachers passing the National Boards. We have 65+ teachers to pass the National Boards here in Duval County and 143 teachers began this year-long process. Quite a few dropped out but for those who did not pass, they are now called "bankers" which means they can recycle whatever element of the test they did not pass. There is a "bankers" meeting scheduled for January.
Duval County has a higher percentage of success rate than the state and national average.
The Legislative session is starting up soon and we all need to work on our Joint Legislative Package (put one together). We want quality education and high standards. We want to be able to recruit, retain and maintain the current employees we have in this district so that our students may receive the highest quality of education that they can through Professional Development.
Ms. Brady wished the new Board members good luck and she expressed her pleasure with the new agenda.
- RECOGNITION OF 2001-2002 FIVE STAR SCHOOL AWARD WINNERS
Minutes: Certificates of Recognition were presented to the 2001-2002 Florida Department of Education Five Star School Award winners. They are:
Alimacani Elementary
Central Riverside Elementary
Crown Point Elementary
Crystal Springs Elementary
Fishweir Elementary,
Fort Caroline Elementary,
Greenfield Elementary
Hendricks Avenue Elementary
Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary
Jacksonville Beach Elementary
Lake Forest Elementary
Lone Star Elementary
Loretto Elementary
Mandarin Oaks Elementary
Normandy Village Elementary
Oak Hill Elementary
Parkwood Heights Elementary
Southside Estates Elementary
Timucuan Elementary,
Twin Lakes Academy Elementary
- RECOGNITION OF JIMMIE JOHNSON
Minutes: Mr. Johnson was presented a plaque by Board Chairman Kris Barnes and Board Members Martha Barrett and Cindy Rounds for his outstanding leadership as Chairman of the School Board in 2002. - PRESENTATION REGARDING TEAM UP PROGRAM
Minutes: Mr. Tom Tankersley, Director, Community Education, made a brief presentation regarding the Safety Net Programs.
Speakers:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
- CALL FOR ADDED ITEMS
Minutes: Ms. Barned added one item. (See Table of Contents for listing)
- APPROVAL OF TABLE OF CONTENTS
Minutes: 1. Sarah Project - Ms. Barnes
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
- APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes: That the Duval County School Board approve the Minutes for the following meetings:
* November 5, 2002 - Regular
* November 19, 2002 - Workshop
* November 19, 2002 - Organizational
* November 19, 2002 - Special (Leasing Corporation)
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: Martha Barrett
Second: Jimmie Johnson
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'
- SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS SALARY FOR 2002-2003
2. Curriculum and Instructional Services
- Wallace Reader's Digest Grant
- Contract Amendment for Daniel Payne Academy
- Recommended Adjustments to the Student Information Management System (SIMS) and Recommended Addition
3. Administration & Business Services
- Surplus Property Disposal Request
- Surplus Property Retirement
- Superintendent's Monthly Financial Statement
- Budget Resolution
- Settlement—MM, through his parent, SM, vs. DCSB
4. Purchasing Services
- Lockers, Student Wardrobe, Varsity and PE
- Installation, Removal of Carpet, Vinyl Base and Tile
- Air Conditioning Filters and Replacement
- Digital Television Production System
- International Baccalaureate Fees
- Water Treatment Chemicals
- OpenHR Software for E-Recruitment
5. Facilities Services
- Easements for Drainage Improvements at JEB Stuart MS No. 207
- Deed of Dedication for Road Improvements at Merrill Road ES No. 228
- New Ten-Classroom Wing at San Jose ES No. 83: Revised Budget
- Roof Replacement (Stage III) Crystal Springs and Mandarin Oaks
- Additions, etc. at Bayview ES No. 84: Change Order No. 3
- Substantial Completions and Certificates of Final Inspection
- REPLACEMENT ITEM: AC Structural Engineering Services: Contract Award
- REPLACEMENT ITEM: Additions, etc. at Paxon MS No. 92: Contract Award
- REPLACEMENT ITEM: New ES
Agenda
1. Curriculum and Instructional Services
- School Improvement Plans and School Advisory Councils
1.1 Extend the 2001-2002 School Improvement Plans through January 31, 2003.
Minutes:The above substitute motion was moved by Ms. Rounds and seconded by Ms. Barrett.
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
Motion as Amended:School Improvement Plans and School Advisory Councils
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda A. Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Dr. Charles Cline, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instructional Services
Mr. Tim Ballentine, General Director, Research and Assessment
- Community Service Grant
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Dr. Charles Cline, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and Instructional Services
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 - EXPULSION OF STUDENT
Minutes: This item has been withdrawn. - Staff Development Time for Teacher Collaboration – Fletcher High School
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Nancy Broner, Board Member
Ms. Brenda A. Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
Ms. Vicki Drake, 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
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Nay
2. Purchasing Services
- Technology Infrastructure & Deployment Solution
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda A. Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Hardy Fletcher, Director, Technology
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Chairman
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 - Maintenance Renewal for Net IQ Software Support and Upgrades
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Brenda A. Priestly Jackson, Board Member
Mr. Hardy Fletcher, Director, Technology
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Jimmie Johnson
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
3. Human Resource Services
- HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES TRANSACTIONS
Minutes: Speakers:
Ms. Cindy Rounds, Board Member
Mr. Mike Herrington, Chief of School Police, Security
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Ms. Vicki Reynolds, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
After the vote, the following spoke:
Ms. Martha Barrett, Board Member
Mr. John C. Fryer, Jr., Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Jimmie Johnson, Board Member
Ms. Kris Barnes, Board Member
Vote Results: PASS
Motion: Cindy Rounds
Second: Jimmie Johnson
Martha Barrett - Aye
Cindy Rounds - Aye
Jimmie Johnson - Aye
Kristanna Barnes - Aye
Nancy Broner - Aye
Vickie Drake - Aye
Brenda Priestly Jackson - Aye
- BOARD MEMBERS TRAVEL
Minutes: There was no Board Travel on this agenda.
- SARAH PROJECT - KRIS BARNES
Minutes: Ms. Barnes spoke about the Sarah Project which is in honor of a young lady named Sarah Baldwin who recently passed away from lukemia. Sarah attended Mandarin Middle School and the students wanted to do something to honor her. They started this project which is partnered with "Build the Bear" in the Avenues Mall. You can either build your own bear or they will build one for you. The cost of the bear is $10.00 and they are asking that you not spend more than $20.00 per bear. As of three weeks ago, they had 340 bears pledged. Their goal is to have 1,000 bears to be distributed to all the children in Duval County and in Gainesville who have been diagnosed with cancer. There has been a huge oupouring of support from the community with this project.
Mr. Pate, the band director at Mandarin Middle, is coordinating this project but the students came up with the idea. Sarah held the First Chair as an Obo player in the band is sorely missed by her peers and teachers. We appreciate their support to her family and community through this special project!
- FOR THE RECORD
Minutes: No comments For the Record.
- ADJOURNMENT
Minutes: The meeting adjourned at 7:36 p.m.
Chairman
Superintendent and Ex Officio Secretary to the Duval County School Board, Duval County, Florida