May 8, 2017

Okaloosa County School Board — Regular Meeting, May 8, 2017

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Monday, May 8, 2017 Regular Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Training Room 6:00 p.m. Invocation offered by Pastor Charles Sansom, Sr. Pledge of Allegiance led by Melissa Thrush 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Agenda Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 Recognition of Niceville High School Girls Cross Country Team, 2016-2017 Florida High School Athletic Association 3A State Champions, presented by the Superintendent Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Niceville High School Cross Country 2016-2017 State Team Members, led by Head Coach Jamie LaFollette and Assistant Coach Lisa Lewis: Ciara Coger Erin Eubanks Abbie Harrelson Jayden Horne Jane Parke Hannah Schneidewind Alexis Sherwin Ally Woodward Additional Varsity Athletes Jayda Brooks Claire Crist Erin Converse Hannah Fareley Clara Beth LaFollette Dianna LaFollette Mackenzie Shinnick File Attachments Niceville HS Girls Cross Country State Champs Resolution.pdf (287 KB) 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.2 Recognition of Niceville High School Culinary Students, Karson Goldbach, Sarah Mountain, and Kenneth Manual, winners of the District's School Health Advisory Council's Healthy School recipe and video competition, presented by Ms. Thrush and the Superintendent Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Every year the District's School Health Advisory Council is required to perform a district project promoting health. This year's project encompasses our fabulous CHOICE Culinary programs, our ASPIRE grant schools and students, and our Healthy School Teams. The recipes and videos created by our Culinary Students will be posted online and can be shown by our Healthy School Teams throughout the school district. Our ASPIRE students will be making the winning recipe (Nutrition Group providing the ingredients) and eating it as their snack during their program. We want to recognize the competition winners to let the board and community know about the various programs in the district and how they work collectively to meet the needs of students. This project really brings full circle our mission, "We prepare all students to achieve excellence by providing the highest quality education while empowering each individual to positively impact their families, communities, and the world". The SHAC is recognizing the winning entry and providing the certificates but wanted to do so in front of the board. The winning recipes are attached. Below is the link to their winning video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzlLj5qX6grpQWlfZi1XVWw1UTA/view?usp=sharing​ File Attachments Healthy Snack recipe.pdf (149 KB) 4. Visitors Subject : 4.1 Lou Albiero - Lacrosse in Okaloosa County High Schools Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information File Attachments Request to address OCSB regarding Lacrosse.pdf (28 KB) Lacrosse Information.pdf (350 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to request that the Superintendent present a feasibility report and a recommendation in regards to whether or not Lacrosse should be sanctioned as a new team sport in Okaloosa County School District high schools, to begin in the spring of 2018. Motion by Dewey Destin, second by Rodney Walker. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 5. Personnel Appointments Subject : 5.1 Appointment of Michelle Heck to the position of Principal, Meigs Middle School, recommended by the superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Michelle Heck to the position of Principal, Meigs Middle School. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the appointment of Michelle Heck to the position of Principal, Meigs Middle School. Motion by Lamar White, second by Tim Bryant. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.1 In-County Travel paid for the period of April 6 – 19, 2017, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for the period of April 6 – 19, 2017, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments In-County Travel April 6 - 19.pdf (19 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.2 Out-of-County Travel paid for the period of April 6 - 19, 2017, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content Out-of-County Travel paid for the period of April 6 - 19, 2017, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments Out-of-County Travel April 6 - 19.pdf (15 KB) 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Student Disciplinary Hearing of April 20, 2017; Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of April 20, 2017; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 24, 2017, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Student Disciplinary Hearing of April 20, 2017; Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of April 20, 2017; Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 24, 2017. File Attachments 4-20-2017 Workshop DRAFT.pdf (165 KB) 4-24-2017 Meeting DRAFT.pdf (165 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.3 Appropriation of District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Kenwood Elementary School for kindergarten playground equipment, in the amount of $8,500.00, presented by Lamar White, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $8,500.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Kenwood Elementary School for kindergarten playground equipment in the amount of $8,500.00. Public Content District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Kenwood Elementary School for kindergarten playground equipment in the amount of $8,500.00. The remaining cost will be paid by the school. File Attachments Kenwood ES - Quote - Kgarten playground.pdf (645 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.4 Appropriation of District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Choctawhatchee High School for classroom furniture, in the amount of $9,673.40, presented by Lamar White, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $9,673.40 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Choctawhatchee High School for classroom furniture in the amount of $9,673.40. Public Content District 1 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Choctawhatchee High School for classroom furniture in the amount of $9,673.40. File Attachments Dist 1 - Choctaw - Quote - Classroom Furniture.pdf (69 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.5 Appropriation of District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Mary Esther Elementary School for Chromebooks with Mice, in the amount of $10,000.00, presented by Dewey Destin, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $10,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Mary Esther Elementary School for Chromebooks with Mice in the amount of $10,000.00. The remaining cost will be paid by District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds. Public Content District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Mary Esther Elementary School for Chromebooks with Mice in the amount of $10,000.00. The remaining cost will be paid by District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds. File Attachments Mary Esther - Quote chromebooks.pdf (44 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.6 Appropriation of District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Mary Esther Elementary School for Chromebooks with Mice, in the amount of $4,943.27, presented by Rodney Walker, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $4,943.27 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Mary Esther Elementary School for Chromebooks with Mice in the amount of $4,943.27. Public Content District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Mary Esther Elementary School for Chromebooks with Mice in the amount of $4,943.27. The remaining cost will be paid by District 2 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds. File Attachments Mary Esther - Quote chromebooks.pdf (44 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.7 Appropriation of District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Choctawhatchee High School for classroom furniture, in the amount of $9,673.40, presented by Rodney Walker, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $9,673.40 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Choctawhatchee High School for classroom furniture in the amount of $9,673.40. Public Content District 3 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Choctawhatchee High School for classroom furniture in the amount of $9,673.40. File Attachments Dist 3 - Choctaw Quote - classroom furniture.pdf (167 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.8 Appropriation of District 4 School Board Capital Outlay Funds to Edge Elementary School for classroom flexible seating, in the amount of $1,911.72, presented by Tim Bryant, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $1,911.72 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 4 School Board Capital Outlay Funds to Edge Elementary School for classroom flexible seating in the amount of $1,911.72. Public Content District 4 School Board Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Edge Elementary School for classroom flexible seating in the amount of $1,911.72. File Attachments Edge ES - Quote for LaRue Flexible Seating.pdf (1,246 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.9 Appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Northwood Elementary School for projectors and color laser printers, in the amount of $5,026.65, presented by Tim Bryant, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $5,026.65 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District #4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Northwood Elementary School for projectors and color laser printers in the amount of $5,026.65. Public Content District #4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Northwood Elementary School for projectors and color laser printers in the amount of $5,026.65. File Attachments Northwood Quote for projectors and printers.pdf (30 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.10 Appropriation of District 4 School School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Shoal River Middle School for gymnasium light replacement, in the amount of $3,125.00, presented by Tim Bryant, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $3,125.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 4 School School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Shoal River Middle School for gymnasium light replacement in the amount of $3,125.00. Public Content District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Shoal River Middle School for gymnasium light replacement in the amount of $3,125.00. File Attachments Shoal River MS - Quote gym lighting.pdf (250 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.11 Budget Amendment #5 - Fiscal Year 2016-2017 presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $231,179.64 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Various - See Attached Budget Amendment Recommended Action : Motion to approve Budget Amendment #5 - Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Public Content On September 12, 2016, the School Board adopted the budget for fiscal year 2016-2017. As the fiscal year progresses, we ask the School Board to amend the budget to more accurately reflect estimated revenues and appropriations. The amendments are results of various factors including: increases or decreases in estimated revenues to more accurately reflect revenues, and increases or decreases in appropriations to more accurately reflect estimated expenditures and/or better utilize funds for schools, departments, and projects. These amendments facilitate district operations to occur in a positive manner. These amendments properly reflect the estimated revenue and appropriations. The amendments show the estimated revenue and appropriations for each fund and provide a description of the amendments. Required by S.B.E. rule 6A-1.006. New Revenue Appropriated/(Adjusted) During the Month of January 2017: General Fund $125,372.95 Debt Service Funds 0.32 Capital Projects Funds 2,449.07 Other Special Revenue Funds - Federal 101,500.00 Other Special Revenue Funds - Food Service 1,857.30 Total - All Funds $231,179.64 File Attachments !BA 05 - Jan 2017.pdf (1,470 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.12 Monthly Financial Statement for January 2017 presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Monthly Financial Statement for January 2017 Public Content The financial statement for the month ending January 31, 2017, is being submitted for use and consideration of the School Board as required by S.B.E. Rule 6A-1.008. File Attachments !Financials Jan 2017.pdf (657 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.13 Invoices to be approved for payment, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve invoices for payment. Public Content As required by SBE Rule 6A – 1.012, purchases outside the established State and District guidelines must be approved by the School Board. Invoices to be approved for payment presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. File Attachments Board Bills 5-8-17.pdf (15 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.14 ITB 17-04 Lawn Care Services for Multiple Schools, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $255,780.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds, Project 0010 Grounds/Beautification Recommended Action : Motion to approve the committee's recommendation to award ITB 17-04 Lawn Care Services for Multiple Schools to Lewis Enterprises Property Professionals, LLC. Public Content Request approval to award ITB 17-04 Lawn Care Services for Multiple Schools to Lewis Enterprises Property Professionals, LLC. The total contract amount of $255,780.00 is based on the fixed price award of groups A-F in the amount of $233,200.00. In addition, schools have the option to purchase other miscellaneous lawn care services on an as needed basis at the rate of $28.00 per hour, for an estimated annual cost of $22,580.00. Funding will be paid from General Funds, Project 0010 Grounds/Beautification. The three (3) year contract is effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020 and a copy of the award tabulation is attached. For additional information, please contact Steve Bolton, Director, Facilities Planning and Maintenance Support Services at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments ITB 17-04.pdf (117 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.15 Renewal of ITB 13-B09 Carpet & Tile - District Wide, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Varies Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of ITB 13-B09 Carpet & Tile - District Wide, based on fixed pricing. Public Content Request approval to renew the award of ITB 13-B09 Carpet & Tile - District Wide, based on fixed pricing. The Primary Service Provider, The Flooring Authority agreed to renew with a requested price increase (attached); however, the Secondary Service Provider, Carpet City declined renewal. The bid will be used on an as needed basis and the effective dates of the contract are June 11, 2017 through June 10, 2018. Copies of the original tabulation, 2015 approved price increase (The Flooring Authority), vendor renewal confirmation letters and 2017 requested price increase (The Flooring Authority) are attached. For additional information, please contact Steve Bolton, Director of Facilities Planning and Maintenance Support Services at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments RENEWAL OF ITB 13-B09 CARPET & TILE.pdf (376 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.16 Renewal of ITB 15-18 Replacement School Bus Seat Covers & Foam, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the renewal of award for ITB 15-18 Replacement School Bus Seat Covers & Foam. Public Content Request approval to renew the award of ITB 15-18 Replacement School Bus Seat Covers & Foam to Ward International Trucks, based on fixed prices for purchases made on an as needed basis. Funds will be paid from General Funds. The renewal is effective May 27, 2017 through May 26, 2019. Copies of the vendor renewal confirmation letter and original award tabulation are attached. For additional information, please contact Jay McInnis, Program Director, Transportation at (850) 689-7301. File Attachments RENEWAL OF ITB 15-18.pdf (143 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.17 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $25,000: Apple, Inc., presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $132,401.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds, Project 5068 CAPE - Information Technology Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of computer equipment from Apple Inc. for Niceville High School in the amount of $132,401.00. Public Content Request approval for Niceville High School to purchase equipment from Apple Inc. in the amount of $132,401. The purchase is made through the State of Florida Alternate Contract #43211500-WSCA-15-ACS. Funds will be paid from General Funds, Project 5068, CAPE - Information Technology. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Charles Marello, Principal, Niceville High School at (850) 833-4114. File Attachments APPLE QUOTE.pdf (57 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.18 Sale and Disposal of Surplus Property, presented by Steve Bolton, Director, Facilities Planning and Maintenance, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the sale and disposal of the property listed on the attached surplus list dated May 8, 2017. Public Content Approval is requested for the sale and disposal of the property listed on the attached list dated May 8, 2017. These items will be sold through the Board approved On-line Auction Program. File Attachments Surplus Property list for May 8, 2017 Board Meeting.pdf (220 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.19 RFP for Employee Benefits Brokerage and Consulting Services, presented by Russ Frakes, Specialist, Risk Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Recommended Action : Motion to approve release of RFP for Employee Benefits and Consulting Services Public Content Permission is requested to proceed with the release of an RFP seeking proposals from qualified insurance professionals for Insurance Brokerage/ Consulting Services for the employee benefits program offered to employees, retirees and their eligible dependents. This arrangement constitutes a change in the manner of compensation for brokerage services related to the District’s employee benefits program as this has previously been administered by the individual carriers through the payment of commissions directly to the broker. The awarded proposer shall be compensated by the District through the payment of a flat fee for service and shall assist the District in renewal negotiations during the 2017 calendar year in preparation for the 2018 plan year. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.20 Renewal of Agreement with TSA Consulting Group for Administrative Service of OCSD 403(b)/457(b) Plans, presented by Russ Frakes, Specialist, Risk Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : Jun 26, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Recommended Action : Motion to approve renewal of the Agreement with TSA Consulting Group for Administrative Service of the 403(b)/457(b) Plans. Public Content TSA Consulting Group has presented the attached documents to extend the agreement with Okaloosa County School District for the administration of the 403(b)/457(b) program at the same rate charged in the 2016-17 plan year. The attachments include: Document Description Extension Extends service for the period from July 1, Letter 2017 through June 30, 2018. Shows the fee schedule amendment from Exhibit C $5.76/employee to $4.08/employee for Amendment 2016-17 plan year (for reference only). The agreement entered into with TSA TSA Service Consulting Group in November of 2010 (for Agreement reference only). File Attachments Okaloosa County SD FL Extension letter 2017-2018 AN.pdf (72 KB) TSA Service Agreement & Fee Schedule.pdf (292 KB) OCSD - Signed Renewal Docs.pdf (79 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.21 Recommendation to become a member of Florida School Boards Insurance Trust for the OCSD Property & Casualty Insurance Program for 2017-18, presented by Russ Frakes, Specialist, Risk Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : Jun 26, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agreement with the Florida School Boards Insurance Trust to provide Property & Casualty Insurance including administrative, claims and loss control services. Public Content The Florida School Boards Insurance Trust has presented the attached documents to expand the existing property insurance program to include casualty coverage for: • General Liability • Excess Workers' Compensation • Catastrophic Student Accident • Crime • Cyber Liability Additionally, FSBIT will provide administrative services including claims and loss control services and access to Origami Risk Management Information System. The attachments include the Okaloosa Acceptance Form and FSBIT Trust Manual outlining the organizations Bylaws and Policies. A detailed cost summary is pending and will be added upon receipt. Please call Russ Frakes for additional information at 833-5823. File Attachments Okaloosa Acceptance Form-letter.pdf (228 KB) TrustManual - October 2016.pdf (1,956 KB) Okaloosa Invoice 2017-18.pdf (1,133 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.22 Contract Extension Agreement between the School Board of Okaloosa County and AMIkids Emerald Coast, Inc., presented by Andy Johnson, Specialist, Student Intervention Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Extension Agreement between the School Board of Okaloosa County and AMIkids Emerald Coast, Inc. AMIkids Emerald Coast, Inc. agrees to extend the term of the agreement by entering into a Renewal Term ending July 12, 2018. File Attachments AMIkids Emerald Coast, Inc. Extension Agreement 2017-18 SY.pdf (37 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.23 School Food Service Agreement between the School Board of Okaloosa County and AMI Kids Emerald Coast, Inc., presented by Stephen Anderson, Program Director, School Food Service, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the School Food Service Agreement between the School Board of Okaloosa County and AMI Kids Emerald Coast, Inc. Public Content The purpose of this agreement is to furnish food service for the Okaloosa County School District's school calendar year 2016-2017 to AMI Kids Emerald Coast,Inc. This agreement enlists Okaloosa County School District to provide meals that meet the minimum meal pattern requirements to AMI Kids Emerald Coast Inc. Rates are $3.25 per lunch meal and $2.00 per breakfast meal to be picked up by AMI Kids. This agreement shall be effective as of July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018. File Attachments AMI KIDS- 2017-2018.pdf (151 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.24 Quarterly Report of Sub- Contractors used by CACI, NSS, Inc. during the period 17 January 2017 - 30 April 2017, presented by Dustin Keith, Specialist, Seat Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Budget Source : none Recommended Action : Motion to approve Semi- Annual Report of Sub- Contractors used by CACI, NSS, Inc. during the period 17 January 2017 - 30 April 2017. Public Content Quarterly report on Sub-Contractors used by CACI under the Seat Management contract. File Attachments Report of Sub-Contractors used by CACI NSS, Inc..pdf (260 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.25 Attendance Waiver List, presented by Nick Kootsouradis, Assistant Superintendent, Operations, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Recommended Action : Motion to approve Attendance Waivers as presented Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.26 2017 ESOL Newcomer Summer Program Proposal, presented by Zoila Ganuza, ESOL TSA, Student Intervention Services/ESOL, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : May 08, 2017 Absolute Date : May 08, 2017 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $17,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Title III Part A, English Language Acquisition 2016 Entitlement Grant Recommended Action : Motion to approve the 2017 ESOL Newcomer Summer Program Proposal. Public Content The 2017 ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Newcomer Summer Program will focus on increasing the critical academic language needed to succeed in all content areas and facilitate the acculturation process into the U.S. for new ELLs (English Language Learners). Please contact Zoila Ganuza for further information at 833-3107. File Attachments ESOL 2017 Summer Newcomer Program School Board Proposal.pdf (212 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.27 Course Adoptions for the 2017-2018 School Year, presented by Melissa Bowell, Secondary Curriculum Specialist, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the attached course adoptions for the 2017-2018 School Year. Public Content Request to adopt the attached courses. Course titles, course numbers, credit, requested weighting, and rational for course adoption and weighting is attached. File Attachments REQUEST FOR COURSE ADOPTION April 2017-2018 .pdf (129 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.28 Addition of Components to the Master In-Service Plan, presented by Denise McLaughlin, Specialist, Professional Development, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the requested additional components to the Master In- Service Plan. Public Content Additional components being added to the Master In-Service Plan. For additional information please contact Denise McLaughlin at 833-3385. File Attachments CHOICE Advanced Web Site Development.pdf (424 KB) CHOICE An Intro to Tech.pdf (434 KB) CHOICE Career Programs Instructional Support.pdf (412 KB) CHOICE Career Programs.docx.pdf (412 KB) CHOICE Cybersecurity.pdf (422 KB) CHOICE Digital Design.pdf (415 KB) CHOICE Digital Info Tech.pdf (417 KB) CHOICE Web Development.pdf (422 KB) FDLRS BDI 2.pdf (574 KB) FDLRS Incl Pract for Devel Appro PreK Classroom.pdf (756 KB) FDLRS TSSRC+MIP+July2016.pdf (451 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.29 Professional Development ESOL Endorsement Add-On Plan for 2017-2022, presented by Denise McLaughlin, Specialist, Professional Development, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Okaloosa's ESOL Endorsement Add On Plan for 2017-2022. Public Content Professional Development Okaloosa ESOL Endorsement add on plan for 2017-2022. For more information please contact Denise McLaughlin at 833-3385. File Attachments OKALOOSA ESOL Endorsement Add-On Plan rev April 2017.pdf (1,193 KB) Board approal letter 2017 2022.pdf (157 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.30 Cleared certification requirements and issuance of contracts for the 2016-2017 school year, presented by Karen Peek, Program Director, Professional Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Superintendent's recommendation to issue contracts to the attached list of teachers who have cleared certification requirements. Public Content The attached list of teachers have cleared their certification requirements and are eligible to receive their contracts for the 2016-2017 school year. Therefore, it is the recommendation of the Superintendent they receive their contracts. File Attachments CLEARED PROV 5-8-2017.pdf (73 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.31 Request to double fill the Day Care Coordinator position at Riverside Elementary School, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the request to double fill the Day Care Coordinator position at Riverside Elementary School. Public Content The double filling of the Day Care Coordinator position at Riverside Elementary School is needed as a result of the retirement of the current Day Care Coordinator. Double filling the position will execute a seamless transition period for the students and parents . File Attachments Double Fill.pdf (24 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.32 Personnel Recommendations, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve personnel recommendations. Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have been hired or transferred in the instructional and education support positions or hired for substitute positions. File Attachments May 8, 2017 Administrative Board Report.pdf (112 KB) May 8, 2017 Ed Support Board Report.pdf (113 KB) May 8, 2017 Instructional Board Report.pdf (108 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.33 Employment Separations, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve employment seperations. Public Content Attached is a list of employees who resigned/retired from the Okaloosa County School District. File Attachments SeparationsMay8thBoardMeeting.pdf (44 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.34 Employee Suspensions, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employees. Public Content Suspension of employee EID#118821 Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.35 Employee Suspensions, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employees. Public Content Suspension of employee EID#106092 Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.36 Employee Suspensions, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employees. Public Content Suspension of employee EID#102427 Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.37 Employee Suspensions, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employees. Public Content Suspension of employee EID#121309 Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.38 Reinstatement/ Reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of duty illness/ injury/medical examination, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the reinstatement/reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of- duty illness/injury/medical examination. Public Content The purpose of this item for approval is to reinstate/reimburse sick leave to employees who became ill or injured while at work while on duty. Jennifer Sloan, Baker School, 14.00 hours Brenda Whitten, Transportation, 40.00 hours Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.39 Leave Without Pay, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve leave without pay. Public Content The purpose of this item is to receive approval for employees who took leave and will not be paid for their leave. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Consent Agenda and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 8. Discussion Agenda Subject : 8.1 Items Moved from the Consent Agenda (if any) Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action 9. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 9.1 Program Status Report by the Board's Representative to the Construction Program Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information Motion & Voting Motion to request that the Superintendent present a cost analysis of an estimate to renovate the Central Administration Complex in Niceville, and an estimate to renovate the facility at Lowery Place to consider the consolidation of most District employees to one facility. The Board Members agreed that due to the recent budget cuts by the Legislature that the timeline is yet to be determined. Motion by Dewey Destin, second by Rodney Walker. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 11. Attorney's Business Subject : 11.1 Consideration of recommendations, updates, requests, and pending legal matters Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The attorney to the Board may provide updates, recommendations, or make requests regarding legal matters. 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.1 Out-of-State Student Trip Requests Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content Out-of-State Student Trip Requests approved by the Superintendent. File Attachments 5-8-2017 Student Trip Requests.pdf (983 KB) 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.2 Correspondence, requests and other matters addressed by the Superintendent Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The Superintendent may address correspondence, requests and other matters with the Board. 13. Board Members' Announcements/Request for Information Subject : 13.1 Designation of School Board Members to serve as the Legislative Liaison and Alternate on the Florida School Boards Association Legislative Committee Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to designate (board member) to serve as the Board's Legislative Liaison and (board member) to serve as the alternate on the Florida School Boards Association Legislative Committee through June 2018. Public Content In order to encourage equal representation of all school boards in our legislative efforts, the FSBA Bylaws call for each school board to annually designate a school board member, and an alternate, to serve on the FSBA Legislative Committee. Dr. White currently serves as the Board's liaison and Mr. Destin as the alternate. Motion & Voting Motion to designate Tim Bryant to serve as the Board's Legislative Liaison and Lamar White to serve as the alternate on the Florida School Boards Association Legislative Committee through June 2018. Motion by Dewey Destin, second by Melissa Thrush. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 13. Board Members' Announcements/Request for Information Subject : 13.2 Board Members' Announcements/Request for Information Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content Board Members may request information or address concerns and other matters. File Attachments Beebe - Impact of Inadequate Sleep on Adolescents Cognition and Brain Functioning.pdf (3,350 KB) Buysse - Overview of the Biology of Sleep and Circadian Rhythms.pdf (2,221 KB) Carskadon - Developmental Changes to Sleep Biology Affect Adolescent Sleep.pdf (2,548 KB) Darley, Chen - Seattle Public Schools Can the Big City Do It.pdf (1,730 KB) Dragseth - District Change Case Study Urban and Suburban School Districts.pdf (414 KB) Drobnich - Perspectives from the Trenches.pdf (323 KB) Evans - Perspectives from the Trenches.pdf (3,099 KB) Hafner - The Economic Implications of School Start Times.pdf (1,090 KB) Pelayo - Debunking Sleep Myths and Educating Communities.pdf (1,229 KB) Platenberg - Establishment of Blueprint for Change.pdf (2,845 KB) Ray - Regional Rural Approach to School Start Time Change.pdf (1,020 KB) Snider - Perspectives from the Trenches.pdf (1,006 KB) Tefft - Sleep and Teen Driver Safety.pdf (894 KB) Thielman - Topic 2 Understanding Community Impact.pdf (1,638 KB) Troxel - Deficient Sleep in Teens Impact on Mood and Risky Behavior.pdf (1,440 KB) Wahlstrom - Later School Start Times Do They Work.pdf (740 KB) Wheaton - National Surveillance Data on Adolescent Sleep and School Start Times.pdf (1,857 KB) Wolfson - Sleep, School Start Times, and Academic Performance.pdf (2,150 KB) Bibliography and Useful Links.pdf (579 KB) Educating Stakeholders - HS Start Times that Meet Basic Needs.pdf (819 KB) Educating Stakeholders - Sleep Hours and Sleep Deprivation A Public Health Epidemic.pdf (86 KB) Educating Stakeholders.pdf (430 KB) Elementary School Handout.pdf (748 KB) Evans - Later Start Time 4 Bell Scenarios.pdf (96 KB) Evans - Later Start Time Resolution.pdf (291 KB) Evans - Later Start Time Resources.pdf (284 KB) SB 328 - Fact Sheet and Letter of Support.pdf (130 KB) Adolescent Sleep Health and School Start Times Conference - Thank You Updated Documents.msg (21,808 KB) White-Handout.pdf (108 KB) 14. Public Hearing Subject : 14.1 Public Hearing for adoption of revised School Board Policy 04-17, Extracurricular Activity Eligibility and Participation Guidelines For Middle School Students, presented by Andy Johnson, Specialist, Student Intervention Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to adopt revised School Board Policy 04-17, Extracurricular Activity Eligibility and Participation Guidelines For Middle School Students. Public Content A Public Hearing will be held to receive public input and consider approval to amend School Board Policy 04-17 Extracurricular Activity Eligibility and Participation Guidelines For Middle School Students, to delete Sections (H)(2) & (H)(3). This proposal would allow for some of the provisions established by the FHSAA "Middle School Guidelines" be implemented into the district's middle school football program. File Attachments 04-17 Extracurricular Activity Eligibility Middle School-REDLINED.pdf (80 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to adopt revised School Board Policy 04-17, Extracurricular Activity Eligibility and Participation Guidelines For Middle School Students. Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 14. Public Hearing Subject : 14.2 Public Hearing for adoption of revised Policy 06-31(M) Bereavement Leave, presented by Stacie Smith, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve revised School Board Policy 06-31(M) Bereavement Leave. Public Content A public hearing will be held to receive public input and consider approval of revised School Board Policy 06-31(M) Bereavement Leave. Revisions have been made to the Bereavement Leave section of School Board Policy 06-31 Leaves to reflect the same language as the OCEA and OCESPA master contracts. File Attachments 06-31 M Bereavement Leave-REDLINED.pdf (65 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve revised School Board Policy 06-31(M) Bereavement Leave. Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 14. Public Hearing Subject : 14.3 Public Hearing for adoption of a revised job description for Consulting Teacher, presented by Karen Peek, Program Director, Professional Services, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the revised job description for Consulting Teacher Public Content A Public Hearing will be held to receive public input and consider approval of revised job description for Consulting Teacher. The job title and description have been updated to reflect the changing role of the peer evaluator from evaluator to formative observer. The consulting teacher is responsible for providing prescriptive support to newly hired instruction personnel by locating resources and demonstrating effective teaching practices in order to assure all students receive researched-based quality instruction. File Attachments Consulting Teacher-REDLINED.pdf (88 KB) Motion & Voting Motion to approve the revised job description for Consulting Teacher Motion by Rodney Walker, second by Dewey Destin. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Dewey Destin, Melissa Thrush, Rodney Walker, Lamar White 15. Adjournment Subject : 15.1 Adjournment of the meeting by the Chairman Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.1 Notice of Workshop Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF WORKSHOP A Workshop on this Agenda will be held in the Training Room at the School District's Central Administration Complex, Niceville, on May 4, 2017, beginning at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be open to the press and public. 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.2 Notice of Public Hearing - 6:15 p.m. Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the School Board of Okaloosa County will conduct a Public Hearing on May 8, 2017, beginning at 6:15 p.m. or as soon thereafter as may be heard, in the Training Room at the School Board's Central Administration Complex, Niceville. The purpose of the Hearing is to receive public input and consider approval of: 1. Revised Policy 04-17, Extracurricular Activity Eligibility and Participation Guidelines for Middle School Students 2. Revised Policy 06-31(M), Bereavement Leave 3. Revised job description for Consulting Teacher Any interested party who decides to appeal any decision made by the Okaloosa County School Board with respect to any matter considered during this meeting, will need a record of proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the School Board for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevent evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. Any person requiring special accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the Superintendent at (850) 833-3110 prior to this meeting. 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.3 Public Notice Meeting : May 8, 2017 - Regular Meeting Type : Information Public Content PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting will be open to the press and the public. Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Okaloosa County School Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the School Board for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the School Board at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting the Superintendent of Schools at (850) 833-3110. Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the School Board business meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to Resolution No. 16-01. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board and do not necessarily represent their individual religious beliefs, nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on his or her right to actively participate in the public meeting.
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