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Inverness, Florida November 12, 2013 An Administrative Hearing, Regular Meeting and Public Hearing were held at the District Services Center located at 1007 West Main Street, Inverness, Florida on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. Present: Sandra “Sam” Himmel – Superintendent; Virginia Bryant – Chairman; Patricia Deutschman – Vice Chairman; School Board Members: Sandra Balfour, Thomas Kennedy and Linda B. Powers.
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING:
The Administrative Hearing was opened at 2:00 p.m.
Upon motions made, seconded and approved, a modification was made on Expulsion Case No. 13-75.
Upon motions made, seconded and approved, expulsion was directed for Case No. 14-13 and Case No. 14-14.
The Administrative Hearing was closed at 3:03 p.m. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
An Executive Session was called under Florida Statute 447.605 and the room was cleared with only the appropriate personnel at 3:23 p.m.
The Executive Session was closed at 4:02 p.m. REGULAR MEETING:
Chairman Bryant opened the Regular Meeting at 4:08 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. She then introduced two students, Nicki and Evy Poulis who sang “Can’t Help Falling in Love” from a Broadway musical.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Chairman Bryant requested a motion for the Adoption of the Agenda as recommended by the Superintendent with the following addition:
Approve Out-of-State Travel request for Joe Ciaramitaro, Withlacoochee Technical Institute to participate in the American Welding Society’s Annual Convention and Welding Show in Chicago, IL from November 17-21, 2013
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Thomas Kennedy moved adoption of the agenda as amended; seconded by Patricia Deutschman and carried unanimously.
CITIZEN COMMENTS None at this time.
APPROVED CONSENT AGENDA (Recognition of donations)
Linda Powers moved to approve the consent agenda; seconded by Thomas Kennedy and carried unanimously.
Chairman Bryant called for the Out-of-State Travel request that was added to the agenda to be heard at this time.
Approved Out-of-State Travel request for Joe Ciaramitaro, Withlacoochee Technical Institute to participate in the American Welding Society’s Annual Convention and Welding Show in Chicago, IL from November 17-21, 2013 Denise Willis, Director of Withlacoochee Technical Institute, outlined the importance of Joe Ciaramitaro, Withlacoochee Technical Institute’s Welding Instructor, attending the American Welding Society’s Annual Convention and Welding Show in Chicago, Illinois. He would gain knowledge of new techniques to test welds and learn the new requirements being used in the industry. Thomas Kennedy moved to approve the Out-of-State Travel request for Mr. Ciaramitaro to participate in the American Welding Society’s Annual Convention and Welding Show in Chicago, IL from November 17-21, 2013; seconded by Linda Powers. Discussion ensued on the welding program, the completion and placement rates and the increased number of females becoming welders. Linda Powers suggested Mr. Ciaramitaro encourage his students to enter metal sculptures for the next Festival of the Arts. The vote was taken and carried unanimously.
BUSINESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES, KENNY BLOCKER B. Finance
1) Approved the $100,000 donation from Duke Energy for Withlacoochee Technical Institute (copy in supplemental file) Patricia Deutschman moved to approve the $100,000 donation from Duke Energy for Withlacoochee Technical Institute; seconded by Linda Powers.
Mrs. Deutschman inquired as to how Mrs. Willis would be using these donation dollars. Denise Willis explained the high tech corridor that runs from Tampa to Orlando and then to Gainesville is showing a dramatic need for skilled workers. A recent bill passed by Florida legislature provides a sales tax exemption on manufacturing equipment and is the incentive for business needs in our community. She shared that Withlacoochee Technical Institute is looking at the probable job
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increase in the overall industry and in order to prepare students for these high skill and high wage jobs, a new program will be introduced in August of 2014 called “Automation and Production Technology” (APT). This program will prepare students for the Manufacturer Skill Standards (MSSC) certification and the Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification. The APT program will include Megatronics, Robotics, Automation, Basic Electricity, Programmable Logic Controls, Mechanical Drives, Fluid Power and CNC Machining.
Withlacoochee Technical Institute will use the donation dollars from Duke Energy to purchase a training system from Amatrol, Inc. This training system will provide up to six (6) levels of training (entry level to advanced) making the system user friendly for beginners up to advanced level technicians.
Mrs. Willis would like to see the APT program attract the students who are in the project “Lead the Way” at Lecanto High School. It is the goal of WTI to get students right out of high school instead of five or six years later and for students to leave with more than one credential. It was Mrs. Willis’ understanding that large industry companies are considering the Villages and surrounding areas in central Florida for this type of market.
Discussion ensued on the importance of students having more than one credential and technical schools being called technical colleges instead of technical institutes. The vote was taken and carried unanimously.
8) Approved Budget Amendment #1 – September 2013 (copy in supplemental file)
Linda Powers moved to approve Budget Amendment #1 – September 2013; seconded by Thomas Kennedy.
Kenny Blocker, Assistant Superintendent of Business and Support Services, explained the changes that were done to the budget. Thomas Kennedy asked and received clarification referencing the enrollment numbers in the Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) program. The vote was taken and carried unanimously.
C. Human Resources, Jonny Bishop
Approved Instructional and Support Recommendations (copy in supplemental file)
Jonny Bishop, Director of Human Resources, requested approval of the Instructional and Support Recommendations. Patricia Deutschman moved to approve Instructional and Support Recommendations; seconded by Sandra Balfour. Discussion ensued as to whether a specific instructional staff person was retiring or retiring from DROP. The vote was then taken and carried unanimously.
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D. Planning and Growth Management, Chuck Dixon
1) Approved to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve the revision of Policy 4.72, Homeless Students (copy in supplemental file)
Chuck Dixon, Director of Planning and Growth Management, reported the addition of section I.C which defines the term “certified homeless youth,” adds citation 382.002 Florida Statutes and changes the term Vocational to Career in Section VII.D. Patricia Deutschman moved to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve revisions of Policy 4.72, Homeless Students; seconded by Linda Powers. The vote was taken and carried unanimously.
2) Approved to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve the revision of Policy 5.321, Bullying and Harassment (copy in supplemental file)
Chuck Dixon shared revisions that were made to comply with Florida State Statute, defining cyber-bullying and additional scope of policy provisions. Sandra Balfour moved to approve to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve revisions of Policy 5.321, Bullying and Harassment; seconded by Thomas Kennedy. Discussion ensued regarding the school district’s responsibilities/liabilities for cyber-bullying off campus and how it should be dealt with once it has been brought to the district’s attention. Attorney Bradshaw stated the district would first need the cooperation of the person who is claiming to be bullied and then the district would have to determine whether the complaint constituted actual bullying. The vote was taken and carried unanimously.
3) Approved to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve the revision of Policy 5.621 Student Medications (copy in supplemental file)
Chuck Dixon noted the addition of Section II, Emergency Medication which will reincorporate the Epinephrine pen. Patricia Deutschman moved to approve to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve the revision of Policy 5.621 Student Medications; seconded by Linda Powers. Discussion ensued regarding over-the-counter medication/non-medication items such as: lip balm, cough drops, sunscreen, and what should be dispensed by the health clinic at each school. Regina Allegretta, Director of Student Services, addressed the Board and explained she is still researching what is classified as medication/non-medication. Thomas Kennedy inquired and received clarification as to whether or not to adjust the policy or have guidelines that would be dealt with through administration. The vote was taken and carried unanimously.
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4) Approved to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve the revision of Policy 6.61 HIV, AIDS, or Other Communicable Diseases, Bloodborne Pathogens and Environmental Hazards (copy in supplemental file)
Chuck Dixon discussed the additions of citation 1013.12 and 1013.42 Florida Statutes.
Sandra Balfour moved to approve to advertise for a Public Hearing at the January 14, 2014 School Board Meeting to approve the revision of Policy 6.61 HIV, AIDS, or Other Communicable Diseases, Bloodborne Pathogens and Environmental Hazards; seconded by Patricia Deutschman and carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS: 5:00 P.M.
A. Superintendent’s “Making a Difference Award”
1) Jessika James, Morgan Glaum and Blake Miller, Crystal River Primary School students, for assisting David Garland, Bus Driver. Donnie Brown, Principal of Crystal River Primary School, introduced a member of her instructional staff, Niky Wardlow, who explained the incident that occurred while on a field trip when her students noticed the bus driver had passed out and they immediately went for help. Blake Miller, one of the students, shared his experience regarding the incident. Superintendent Himmel presented each student with a Superintendent’s Make a Difference Certificate. The students introduced those who were in attendance with them.
2) Jessica Barnes, Forest Ridge Elementary School Teacher, for organizing Cayla’s Coats, Inc. in memory of her daughter to provide coats to needy children in the Citrus County School System
Superintendent Himmel introduced Jessica Barnes, the mother of Cayla. Mrs. Barnes shared the mission is to provide coats to the children of Citrus County. They are currently expanding their mission to drowning prevention awareness, swim lessons and life jackets. There were over 1000 coats delivered to Citrus County Schools this year. Jessica Barnes introduced her husband and then Superintendent Himmel presented Mr. and Mrs. Barnes with a Superintendent’s Make a Difference Certificate.
F. Budget Update
Kenny Blocker stated he anticipates an update on Duke Energy from the property appraiser’s office before Thanksgiving regarding their tax payment. Discussion ensued on the status of the lawsuit.
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Kenny Blocker referenced the FTE actual count for the FEFP dollar allocations. The district is awaiting the Department of Education’s calculations which are anticipated to be in December. Enrollment is down by approximately 100 students. APPROVED MINUTES
Thomas Kennedy made a motion to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting, Workshop and Administrative Hearing of September 24, 2013 and an Administrative Hearing, Regular Meeting and Public Hearing of October 8, 2013; seconded by Patricia Deutschman and carried unanimously.
ATTORNEY, LEGAL MATTERS None at this time.
BOARD MEMBERS COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANY OTHER BUSINESS THAT NEEDS TO COME BEFORE THE SCHOOL BOARD
Sandra Balfour referenced Homosassa Elementary School and the designation of keys for substitutes which easily identify the classrooms that have substitutes for staff. Her visit was very positive as she toured all the classrooms. She was impressed with the United States Congressman who was able to visit the CREST facility to share his thoughts on the meaning of our flag.
Linda Powers went to the Crystal River High School Student Advisory Enhancement Council meeting and Sheriff Dawsy asked about using the media to recruit more parents/attendees to these meetings.
At the December 10, 2013 Board Meeting there will be a presentation of the Festival of the Arts Awards and a plague will be presented to Citrus High School for winning the Art in the Box Contest that was sponsored by the Citrus County Chronicle.
Mrs. Powers visited Citrus High School and shared that students discussed having uniforms and would like to see teachers adhere to the same dress code as the students. The students also asked about using cellular phones between classes and being allowed to have cough drops and chap sticks.
Mrs. Powers recently visited Washington, D.C., where she noticed the Kennedy Center had a “Changing Education through the Arts” program for schools and she intends to further investigate this program.
Thomas Kennedy thanked Patricia Deutschman for putting together the District School Advisory Enhancement Council training. Mr. Kennedy was impressed with the administrators that wanted more training and he had already witnessed some
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of the suggestions being utilized at his Student Advisory Enhancement Council meeting.
Patricia Deutschman shared the positive feedback she received from some of those who attended the Student Advisory Enhancement Council training and she felt this should be done once a year as a reminder.
Mrs. Deutschman reflected on the Inverness Primary School Veteran’s Day event. She also attended the Citrus High School’s Student Advisory Enhancement Council meeting and shared some of the comments from the students relative to the dress code.
Patricia Deutschman presented Chairman Bryant with a Chairmanship plaque in recognition of her dedication to student success and leadership as Chairman of the Citrus County School Board and thanked Mrs. Bryant for her great service.
Chairman Bryant reminded everybody of the Florida School Board Association (FSBA) Ethics Training on December 6, 2013, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon.
Superintendent Himmel shared two dates for the Board members to discuss. The first date January 28, 2014 is the Science Fair and the Board Workshop. The Board decided that the January Workshop would be held on Wednesday January 29, 2014 instead.
The second date, Veteran’s Day 2014, is on Tuesday, which is the same day as the November Regular Meeting. The Board decided that the Regular Meeting and the Organizational Meeting would both be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2014.
Chairman Bryant recessed the Regular Meeting at 5:25 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING:
Chairman Bryant called to order the Public Hearing at 5:30 p.m.
1) Approved revision to Policy 2.21 Organization and Officers of the Board (copy in supplemental file)
Chuck Dixon shared the revisions to Policy 2.21 Organization and Officers of the Board to be consistent with 1001.371 Florida Statutes and adds citation 100.041 Florida Statutes. Chairman Bryant called for any public input. There being none, Thomas Kennedy moved approval of revisions to Policy 2.21 Organization and Officers of the Board; seconded by Linda Powers and carried unanimously.
2) Approved the revision to Policy 2.90, Tobacco Use in District Facilities (copy in supplemental file)
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Mr. Dixon stated Policy 2.90, Tobacco Use in District Facilities, added section II, III and IV and also adds the amended language regarding the electronic cigarettes. Chairman Bryant called for any public input. There being none, Sandra Balfour moved to approve revisions to Policy 2.90, Tobacco Use in District Facilities; seconded by Patricia Deutschman and carried unanimously.
3) Approve the revision to Policy 4.11, Student Progression Plan (copy in supplemental file)
Chuck Dixon noted the revisions to Policy 4.11, Student Progression Plan, include academic acceleration and early graduation and adds citations 1002.3105 and 1003.4281 Florida Statutes. The revisions recommended add citations 1003.4156, 1003.428 and 1003.429 Florida Statutes. Chairman Bryant called for any public input. There being none, Linda Powers moved to approve revisions to Policy 4.11, Student Progression Plan; seconded by Thomas Kennedy and carried unanimously.
4) Approve the revision to Policy 7.70, Purchasing and Bidding (copy in supplemental file)
Chuck Dixon outlined the revisions to Policy 7.70, Purchasing and Bidding. These revisions include section IV.M, deleting citation 6A-7.0411, Florida Administrative Code and transferring citation 5P-1.003, Florida Administrative Code and School Nutrition to Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Chairman Bryant called for any public input. There being none, Patricia Deutschman moved to approve revisions to Policy 7.70, Purchasing and Bidding; seconded by Sandra Balfour and carried unanimously
Chairman Bryant closed the Public Hearing at 5:35 p.m. and reconvened the Regular Meeting at 5:45 p.m.
CITIZENS COMMENTS None at this time.
Superintendent Himmel announced the 8th Annual Christmas Luncheon will be
held on December 18, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Bryant adjourned the Regular Meeting at 5:47 p.m.
ATTACHMENT A Business and Support Services, Kenny Blocker
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A. Facilities and Construction, Alan Burcaw
1) Approved Pre-Qualification of Contractors for Educational Facilities (copy in supplemental file)
2) Approved the Continuing Contract Consultant Selection Committee’s Recommendations (copy in supplemental file)
3) Citrus Springs Middle School Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Replacement (copy in supplemental file)
a) Approved sole source recommendations (copy in supplemental file)
b) Approved advertising for bids for Citrus Springs Middle School Heating, Ventilating and Conditioning Replacement and sending construction documents to the Florida Department of Education (copy in supplemental file)
B. Finance
2) Approved the $6,700 donation from JJ and Jennifer Grow to Citrus High School for all cost aspects of refurbishing the press box (copy in supplemental file)
3) Approved the $500 donation from SMG, Inc. to Crystal River Middle School FFA Chapter (copy in supplemental file)
4) Approved the $1,000 donation from Macy’s to Inverness primary School for the performance of “Yes Virginia” during the school year (copy in supplemental file)
5) Monthly Investment Performance Report for Month Ended September 30, 2013 for informational purposes only (copy in supplemental file)
6) Approved disposal of Surplus Property 7) Bids:
a) Approved amended renewal of Bid #2009-67 HVAC Contractor Services to Air Mechanical & Service Corp. as Primary Contractor and Climate Control Florida as Alternate Contractor (copy in supplemental file)
b) Approved 2nd renewal of RFP #2010-20 Banking Services to
Sun Trust Banks, Inc. (copy in supplemental file)
c) Approved renewal of Bid #2013-01 Welding Metals & Materials to Bray Steel Sales, Inc. (Section 1) and Airgas, USA (Section 2 and 3) (copy in supplemental file)
d) Approved award of Bid #2014-10 Forest Ridge Elementary School Chillers to W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractors (copy in supplemental file)
8) Approved Budget Amendment #1 – September 2013 (copy in supplemental file)
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1) Approved the 2012-2013 Best Practices Self-Assessment Report for School Safety & Security (copy in supplemental file)
2) Approved revised and ratified Union Contract between International Brotherhood of Teamsters and Citrus County School Board (copy in supplemental file)
School Operations, Mike Mullen
A. Educational Services, Mark Klauder
1) Approved the Salary and Benefits Agreement between the Citrus County School Board and the Sumter County School Board / Out of County Travel (copy in supplemental file)
2) Approved a grant from the Florida Traffic and Bicycle Education Program for $1,800 (copy in supplemental file)
3) Approved a grant/donation from the Citrus County Education Foundation for Classroom and SAEC Mini Grants of $58,160.22 (copy in supplemental file)
4) Approved 2013-14 School Volunteers (copy in supplemental file) 5) Approved piggyback of Levy County School Board RFP 13-03,
CCSB 2014-19P Single Sign-On Solution/Stoneware & purchase of Stoneware Software (copy in supplemental file)
6) Approved Inter-district Private School Services Agreement for reciprocal Title I services in surrounding counties (copy in supplemental file)
7) Approved 2013-2014 School Improvement Plans for AES, CRE, CHS, CSE, CSM, CREST, CRH, CRM, CRP, CYP, FCE, FRE, HER, HOM, IMS, IPS, LHS, LMS, LPS, PGE, REN, RCE and WTI (copy in supplemental file)
8) Approved 2013-2014 School Advisory Enhancement Council membership Nominations forms for CRE, CRP, FRE, HER, HOM, LPS, RCE, CSMS, IMS, LMS, CHS, CRHS, LHS, REN and WTI (copy in supplemental file)
9) Approved the Mid-Florida Career Pathway Consortium Agreement between Citrus County School Board and College of Central Florida (copy in supplemental file)
B. School Requests
1) Approved Internship Agreement between Citrus County School Board, Withlacoochee Technical Institute and Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center (copy in supplemental file)
