Okaloosa County School Board — Workshop Meeting, February 18, 2021 — reading text

Thursday, February 18, 2021 Workshop Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Training Room 9:00 a.m. *************************************************** 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 : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 Recognition of Colonel Daniele Mastroberti, representing the Consulate General of Italy in Miami, in appreciation of the renewal of the partnership and funding for the Italian program in the Okaloosa County School District through 2023, presented by Superintendent Chambers Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content The renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Consulate General of Italy in Miami and the School Board of Okaloosa County was approved by the Board in June. The District's continued partnership, which is approved through 2023, allows students at Bluewater Elementary School, Ruckel Middle School, and Niceville High School to participate in Italian courses. The program funds teacher salaries and resources and also provides ongoing support for the Italian teachers. The Italian program is an asset to our District’s World Languages curriculum. Representing the Consulate General of Italy in Miami is Colonel Daniele Mastroberti, Italian Senior National Representative, Italian Training Supervisor, and Commander of the Italian F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Pilot Program at Eglin Air Force Base. 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.2 Recognition of Jody Dunn, Crestview High School Band Director, recipient of the Florida Bandmasters Association's 2021 Oliver Hobbs Award for Consistent Superior Ratings, presented by Superintendent Chambers Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content Recognition of Jody Dunn, Crestview High School Band Director, as the recipient of the distinguished 2021 Oliver Hobbs Award. The award is given for consistent superior ratings at marching and concert band competitions. Mr. Dunn is recognized for his dedication in providing training and inspiration to music students and serving as a role model for his peers by excelling as a music educator, promoting excellence. File Attachments Jody Dunn - Oliver Hobbs Award.pdf (296 KB) 5. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 5.1 Appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Meigs Middle School, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Assistant Principal II (10 Month), Meigs Middle School. 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 : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 7. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 7.1 In-County Travel paid for the period of January 22 - February 3,  2021, presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for the period of January 22 – February 3, 2021. File Attachments In-County Travel Jan 22 - Feb 3.pdf (15 KB) 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop 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. 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of February 4, 2021; Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 8, 2021, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Jan 22, 2021 Absolute Date : Jan 22, 2021 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of February 4, 2021; Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 8, 2021. File Attachments 2-4-2021 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (236 KB) 2-8-2021 Meeting - DRAFT.pdf (243 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. 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.3 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for adoption of a new job description for STEM Coach, Curriculum and Instruction, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the request to advertise a Public Hearing for a new job description for STEM Coach. Public Content The STEM Coach position will be funded through the DoDEA grant. The purpose of the position is to provide classroom teachers with strategies, tools, and techniques to effectively teach STEM related content to all students; model research-based instruction for teachers of science and provide feedback on observed lessons; prepare and present professional development district-wide and/or by individual school; and foster partnership opportunities. For additional information, please contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. File Attachments STEM Coach.pdf (70 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. 8. Consent Agenda Subject : 8.4 Budget Amendment #5 - Fiscal Year 2020-2021 presented by Rita R. Scallan, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Feb 18, 2021 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Feb 22, 2021 Absolute Date : Feb 22, 2021 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $10,795,152.99 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Various - See Attached Budget Amendment Recommended Action : Motion to approve Budget Amendment #5 - Fiscal Year 2020- 2021. Public Content On September 21, 2020, the School Board adopted the budget for fiscal year 2020-2021. 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