Okaloosa County School Board — Regular Meeting, March 8, 2021 — reading text

Monday, March 8, 2021 Regular Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Training Room 6:00 p.m. Invocation offered by Pastor Tim Black, Emerald Coast Church Assembly of God Pledge of Allegiance led by Marcus Chambers *************************************************** NOTICE This Board Meeting is being live-streamed for the convenience of the public at http://www.okaloosaschools.com/district/sb/meetings/2021. A separate seating area has been set aside for the press and public who are in attendance at the meeting in accordance with social distancing guidelines as provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). *************************************************** 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda Motion & Voting Motion to approve the Agenda Motion by Lamar White, second by Diane Kelley. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Marti Gardner, Diane Kelley, Lamar White 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 Recognition of Joe Brunson, Recipient of the 2021 All Sports Association Male Scholastic Award, presented by Superintendent Chambers Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Baker High School Senior, Joe Brunson, is both an athletic and academic powerhouse. Joe has been recognized for many academic honors and will graduate Summa Cum Laude. He is also a four-sport athlete, playing football, basketball, baseball, and weightlifting. He will continue to play football at Reinhardt University in north Georgia. File Attachments All Sports Scholastic Winner 2021.pdf (247 KB) 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.2 Recognition of David Oglesby, Baker School, Recipient of the 2021 All Sports Association Assistant Coach of the Year Award, presented by Superintendent Chambers Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Coach Oglesby has been a key member of the Baker Gators coaching staff since 2005. He currently coaches the offensive line and created a strong blocking game which helped pave the way for Baker to lead the nation in rushing in 2020. When football season is over, Coach Oglesby can be found coaching weightlifting and track. In 2016, Coach Oglesby raised $40,000 to equip Baker's track team to train for pole vault. Coach Oglesby is not only a dedicated coach but also a dedicated teacher. He has been an Exceptional Education teacher for 21 years. File Attachments All Sports Assistant Coach of the Year 2021 - David Oglesby.pdf (249 KB) 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.3 Recognition of Baker School Football Team, Florida High School Athletic Association Class 1A 2020 State Champions, presented by Superintendent Chambers Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Accepting the recognition on behalf of the 2020 Baker Gators Class 1A Football State Champions are Captains Joe Brunson and Seth Baska; Head Coach Matt Brunson and Assistant Coach David Oglesby. The 2020 Baker Gatros Varsity Football roster is attached. File Attachments 2020 Baker Gators Varsity Football Roster.pdf (74 KB) Baker Football Resolution 2021.pdf (265 KB) 6. Public Comment Subject : 6.1 Members of the public desiring to address the School Board - Form MIS 5241 Public Input and/or Discussion of Agenda Items Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Information 7. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 7.1 In-County Travel paid for the period of February 4 - 18, 2021, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for the period of February 4 – 18, 2021, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments In-County Travel Feb 4 - 18.pdf (18 KB) 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - 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 Diane Kelley, second by Lamar White. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Marti Gardner, Diane Kelley, Lamar White 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of February 18, 2021; Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 22, 2021, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Mar 08, 2021 Absolute Date : Feb 08, 2021 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of February 18, 2021; Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 22, 2021. File Attachments 2-18-2021 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (230 KB) 2-22-2021 Meeting Minutes - DRAFT.pdf (241 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 Diane Kelley, second by Lamar White. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Marti Gardner, Diane Kelley, Lamar White 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.3 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for adoption of a new job description for Specialist-Digital Media and Communications, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Mar 8, 2021 - Regular Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Mar 08, 2021 Absolute Date : Mar 08, 2021 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the request to advertise a Public Hearing for adoption of a new job description for Specialist-Digital Media and Communications. Public Content Approval is being requested to advertise a public hearing for adoption of a proposed new job description for Specialist- Digital Media and Communications. The purpose of this position is to promote effective communication between the school system, the community, media, and other stakeholders to increase awareness, knowledge and support of the work of schools and the District and to implement and coordinate District and community initiatives benefiting students and schools. For additional information, please contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. File Attachments Specialist - Digital Media and Comm 030121.pdf (81 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 Diane Kelley, second by Lamar White. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Tim Bryant, Linda Evanchyk, Marti Gardner, Diane Kelley, Lamar White 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.4 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for adoption of a new job description for Director I - Facilities, Planning and Maintenance, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by