1. Attendance

Minutes: 

Board members present: Harry G. Kinnan, Chairman; Barbara A. Harvey, Vice-Chairwoman; Robert C. Gause; Walter E. Miller, and Jane R. Pfeilsticker.  Also present: Dr. Roger Dearing, Superintendent; Lynette Edwards, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction; Herb Tschappat, Assistant Superintendent for District Support Services; Jim Drake, Executive Director of Finance; and John Bowen, School Board Attorney.

2. Call to Order

Minutes: 

Chairman Kinnan called the meeting to order at 5:47 p.m.

5. Student Celebration

6. Strategic Planning Initiative

Minutes: Herb Tschappat, Assistant Superintendent of District Support Services, reported on the status of EdVantage, the district’s Strategic Plan.

7. Approval of Orders of the Day

Attachment: Board Material Addendum 08-27-07.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Diana Dill.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Joyce Kregar.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Jana Moran.pdf
Attachment: M081307.pdf
Attachment: WebSense Revised Agenda Item.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Elizabeth Bright.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Shirin Gibson.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Mitzi Mack.pdf
Attachment: 8.27.07 Parrish SWD Revised.pdf
Attachment: 082707studentcelebration.pdf
Attachment: S082007.pdf
Attachment: W082307.pdf
Attachment: Subject Sheet Edit - Daughtrey Sub Comp.pdf
Attachment: W081407.pdf
Minutes: 

The Chair found good cause to add the following items to the agenda:

 

Agenda Item Withdrawn

 

Consent, Construction Services

 

Approval of Special Warranty Deed for Conveyance of Parrish School Property to Manatee County, Florida

 

Agenda Item Added:

 

Student Celebration – “Splendor of Strings”

 

Agenda Item Revised

 

Consent, Purchase(s) Bids Under $100,000.00

 

Approval of the Purchase of Websense Internet Filter Licenses – amended agenda item to reflect yearly savings of $9,850.00.

 

Consent, Construction Services

 

Approval of Blanche H. Daughtrey Elementary School – Substantial Completion – changed Substantial Completion date to August 24, 2007.

 

 

Attachments Added:

 

Minutes

 

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 13, 2007, Workshop of August 14, 2007, Special Meeting of August 20, 2007, and Special Workshop of August 23, 2007.

 

 

Consent, Human Resources

Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Resignations, Retirements and Transfers – added Addendum; Resume of Dr. Elizabeth Bright; Resume of Diana Dill; Resume of Joyce Kreger; Resume of Jana Moran; Resume of Shirin Gibson; Resume of Mitzi Mack

Motions:
Motion and approval of the orders of the day as amended.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Barbara Harvey
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause	- Aye
Barbara Harvey	- Aye
Harry Kinnan	- Aye
Walter Miller	- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker	- Aye

8. Approval of Minutes

Attachment: S082007.pdf
Attachment: M081307.pdf
Attachment: W082307.pdf
Attachment: W081407.pdf
Minutes: 

Prior to the vote to approve the minutes, Mr. Gause requested that the minutes of the Workshop of August 14, 2007, be amended to reflect the Board's instruction that all of the forms referenced in the 2007-2008 Code of Student Conduct be available at the schools for parents.  The concensus of the Board was that this amendment should be noted.

Motions:
Motion and approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 13, 2007, Workshop of August 14, 2007, amended to reflect the Board's instruction that all of the forms referenced in the 2007-2008 Code of Student Conduct be available be available at the schools for parents, Special Meeting of August 20, 2007, and Special Workshop of August 23, 2007.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Barbara Harvey
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause	- Aye
Barbara Harvey	- Aye
Harry Kinnan	- Aye
Walter Miller	- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker	- Aye

35. Administrative Appointments

Minutes: 

Ms. Monica Hankerson, Principal of Daughtrey Elementary School, introduced Ms. Shirin Gibson as her new Assistant Principal.

36. Public Comments

Minutes: 

Raphael Allen - expressed concern about the plans for the central Bradenton school.  He requested clarification about the potential for University of South Florida (USF) collaboration.

Dr. Dearing said he will call him tomorrow for discussion the school.

Dave Miner - expressed concern about the purchase of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch property located at the northwest corner of State Route 64 East and Dam Road.

Sally Hughes - expressed concern about the purchase of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch property located at the northwest corner of State Route 64 East and Dam Road.

37. Approval of Invitation for Bid on Tree Trimming and Removal Services, MCSD No. 08-0009-MR

Attachment: 080009t 08.27.07 meeting.pdf
Attachment: 080009BL.pdf

Motions:
Motion and approval to remove the item from the table.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Robert Gause
Second: Barbara Harvey
Robert Gause	- Aye
Barbara Harvey	- Aye
Harry Kinnan	- Aye
Walter Miller	- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker	- Aye

Motions:
Motion and approval of the invitation for bid on tree trimming and removal services, as required for a period of August 28, 2007 through August 13, 2008, in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Walter Miller
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause	- Aye
Barbara Harvey	- Aye
Harry Kinnan	- Aye
Walter Miller	- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker	- Aye

38. Approval of Advertising a Notice of Rule Development to amend Policy 3.10, Volunteers, and Setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed New Rule at the Board Meeting Scheduled for September 24, 2007

Attachment: Policy 3.10.pdf

Motions:
Motion and approval of advertising a Notice of Rule Development to amend Policy 3.10, Volunteers, and setting a Public Hearing on the proposed rule at the Board meeting scheduled for September 24, 2007.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Barbara Harvey
Second: Walter Miller
Robert Gause	- Aye
Barbara Harvey	- Aye
Harry Kinnan	- Aye
Walter Miller	- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker	- Aye

42. Board Comments

Minutes: 

Mr. Gause

 

2007-2008 School Year - commented that the first week of school went well.  He said the  people who asked him questions about the modified school week were completely satisfied with the explanation he gave.

 

Department of Construction Services (DCS) - congratulated DCS on the Wildes Warehouse project, and the cost savings realized on that project.

 

Modified Instructional Week - said he would like to have a dialogue regarding a possible change in the high school schedule from the current block schedule.  He requested an update from Dr. Dearing.  He said he would also like parent input about the possibility of reversing elementary school and high school start and end times in the future.

 

Bright House Networks - reported that all public education and government access channels will be moved to a digital tier, which moves broadcast of the School Board meetings on METV to the "100" channels.  He encouraged community members to contact Bright House regarding this planned change.

 

Mrs. Harvey

 

Class Sizes - explained the ten-day count adjustments that will be made in class sizes.

 

Sickle Cell Awareness Month - announced that September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month.  She invited community members to attend the awareness events on Friday, August  31, 2007, and Saturday, September 1, 2007, at the Sickle Cell Foundation, 210 7th St. West, Palmetto, Florida.  

 

Student Homework - reminded parents that free study materials for every grade are available on the school district website at www.manateeschools.net/students/schools and www.manateeschools.net/students/FCATPreparation/SampleTestMaterials .

 

Tutoring - noted that free tutorial services are available throughout the central corridor area of Bradenton.

 

Ms. Ada Bilbrey- said she went to Ms. Bilbrey's memorial service.  She said she learned that Ms. Bilbrey and Ms. Tison were sisters.  She wondered if the media center at Williams Elementary School in the future might be named the Bilbrey-Tison Media Center.

 

School Buses - requested a report reflecting the number of children and the distance each must ride in older buses that are not air-conditioned.

 

Mr. Miller

Department of Construction Services (DCS) - congratulated DCS on all of the new and renovated schools that were completed in time for the start of school.

Buffalo Creek Middle School - noted the invitation the Board Members received to attend a demonstration of Promethian smart boards, being held at this school on September 20, 2007.

2007 - 2008 School Year - congratulated district personnel on a fine opening of the school year. 

 

Special Legislative Session - noted the Florida School Board Association's meeting in Tallahassee at the time of the special session.  He asked about setting appointments to meet with local legislative delegates. 

 

He noted that in preparation for the special legislative session, the Pasco County School Board met with their legislative delegation.  One of the issues they discussed was off-site improvements that are being imposed upon school boards by counties.

 

Ms. Pfeilsticker

 

Special Legislative Session - noted that she is unable to attend the Florida School Board Association's meeting in Tallahassee regarding the special session.  

 

2007-2008 School Year - said it was a great first week of school.

 

Manatee County Graduates - kudos to district teachers.  She reported an academic improvement in district graduates, evidenced by new Manatee Community College students who were prepared for their first day in her class.

 

Central Bradenton School - assured the community that the School Board is committed to a wonderful lab school for central Bradenton.  She said the association with the University of South Florida (USF) is a good thing for the school and the students.

 

Fort Hamer Road  Property - asked the School Board to continue to monitor the property at Fort Hamer Road for the future, in the event the County builds a bridge. 

 

Doug Wagner - kudos to Doug Wagner, Director of Adult, Career, and Technical Education, for his leadership in writing grants and attaining funds for the district.

 

Dr. Ron Hirst - commended Dr. Hirst, Grantswriter, for arranging a meeting with Manatee Community College's grantwriter to investigate the possibility of preparing joint grant proposals.  She said that many times submitting joint grant proposals increases the probability of the grants being funded.

 

Websense Software - congratulated Dr. Vensel,  Technology and Information Services Director, on the new firewall and filtering protection system, which allows students to safely access the internet from their district laptops.

 

Anti-Bullying and Anti-High Risk Behavior Programs - assured the community that the district is looking into which programs would be most effective for students.

 

Mr. Kinnan

 

Homework - noted that having homework equates with the challenge of a rigorous education.  He expressed his hope that the district will continue to push for rigor, relevance, and relationship in all that is done.

 

High School Schedule - affirmed that a discussion about a six or seven-period day for high schools is appropriate.

 

Bright House Networks - commented on the planned move of public education and government access channels to a digital tier.  He said broadcasting the School Board meetings provided access to a greater portion of the community.  He said it would be a step back to deny any person the ability to watch public servants in action.  He suggested drafting a Board letter to Bright House Networks regarding this subject. 

 

Post Secondary Education Night - announced this event, being held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., on September 17, 2007, at the Manatee County Civic Center.

 

Senator Bill Nelson - reported on Senator Nelson's visit to Bradenton last week.  

 

Proposed Constitutional Amendment - said in September he would like an update about plans and procedures for informing the commmunity about the proposed amendment.

 

2007-2008 School Year - stated it is going to be a great year for Manatee County schools.  Kudos to everyone involved with the education of district children.

43. School Board Workflow Chart

44. Comments by John Bowen

Minutes: 

Mr. John Bowen

Mr. Bowen had no comments.

45. Comments by Dr. Roger Dearing

Minutes: 

Dr. Roger Dearing

2007-2008 School Year - noted several items about the first week of school.  He said it was an excellent first week of school.  He visited 14 schools the first week.

He said he heard only one concern about the modified instructional schedule.

He reported there were about a dozen calls about transportation issues.  He explained timelines for changes in transportation for special needs students.  He said that during the first week or two of school, many elementary and middle school parents drive students to school, which requires adjustments in the transportation schedule.  He said the Transportation Department is working to respond to each call received.

STAR (Special Teachers Are Rewarded) / MAP (Merit Award Program) - provided a history of the STAR and MAP programs, and explained the reasons why, by Florida Statute, the STAR and MAP funds must be returned to the state. 

Mr. Miller commented that there are a number of districts to which this has happened.

Dr. Dearing responded that he has a spreadsheet that reflects what funds other counties in the state are returning to the state.  He will provide copies to the Board Members.

Class Sizes - explained that the ten-day count officially ends August 31, 2007.  The principals will meet on Tuesday, September 4, 2007, to review the data and make any adjustments needed in class sizes and teacher locations.

Leadership Manatee - recognized three participants in this program, who were in the audience.

Doug Wagner - kudos to Doug Wagner, Director of Adult, Career and Technical Education, for requesting another $4.5 million grant to help fund a portion of Manatee Technical Institute East.

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch Property Purchase  - commented on the guest editorial that was in the Bradenton Herald today.

46. Adjournment

Motions:
Motion and approval to adjourn the meeting.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Barbara Harvey
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause	- Aye
Barbara Harvey	- Aye
Harry Kinnan	- Aye
Walter Miller	- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker	- Aye

Motion Minutes: 

There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairman Kinnan adjourned the meeting at 8:41 p.m.

  

_____________________________              _______________________

Roger Dearing,  Ex Officio Secretary             Harry G. Kinnan,

and Superintendent of Schools                      Chairman