Manatee County School Board Regular Meeting Results Sept. 26, 2011

BRADENTON – The School Board recognized this year’s history fair winners. Several pubic comments addressed the redistricting boundaries; members of the School Board plan to have an upcoming workshop on the issues. Members set October 24, 2011 as the public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to offer the school breakfast program at no charge to any student attending schools where over 80 percent of their students are eligible for free or reduced price meals.  Several students and teachers were recognized for their outstanding acheivements.

AGENDA AMENDMENTS 

1. Agenda Amendments - p.8 

ATTENDANCE 

2. Attendance - p.9

CALL TO ORDER 

3. Call to Order - p.10

4. Pledge of Allegiance - p.11

5. Invocation - p.12

6. Approval of Orders of the Day - p.13 (Unanimously approved)

STUDENT CELEBRATION 

7. Florida State History Fair Winners - p.14

• Ms. Elizabeth Smith, K-12 Social Studies Curriculum Specialist, introduced and present certificates to four Manatee District middle school students for their awards at the Florida State History Fair.  Thirty-one public school students participated at the history fair from May 1, 2011 through May 3, 2011 at the Tallahassee Community College.
• Mackenzie Yaryura, a tenth grader from Southeast High School, earned first place in the Performance-Senior Individual category for her project: "Rosa Luxemburg: Passion and Sacrifice."
• Kensley Knoll, a sixth grader from Buffalo Creek Middle School, earned third place in the Performance-Junior category for her project: "Surrendering Their Spirit: Effect of the Forced Cultural Assimilation on the American Indians."
• Jordan Sanders and Ashley Gillam, tenth graders from Braden River High School, earned third place in the Documentary Senior Group category for their project: "Separate But Equal? How the Jim Crow Law Affected African-American Musicians in Florida."
• Miss Yaryura and Miss Knoll participated at the National History Day in Washington, DC on June 16, 2011.

PUBLIC COMMENTS 

8. Public Comments - p.15

APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

9. Approval of Minutes - p.16 (Unanimously approved)

RECOGNITIONS 

10. Bayshore High School Academies - p.17

• Three Bayshore High School teacher teams assisted by their Academic Advisor, Priscilla Goodwin, and Career Advisor, Laura Roberts, spent the past year planning and documenting their efforts to provide three major career pathways for their students.  Their efforts enabled them to prepare the materials required to meet the Career Academy National Standards of Practice.
• Each of these three teams participated in an academy review by the National Career Academy Coalition representatives during the month of May 2011. During the review process they demonstrated that they were able to meet the ten standards by the required levels of accomplishment.
• This program meets several EdVantage strategic objectives including: Redesign curriculum to support core values and strategic objectives.
• Angie Grasberger, Small Learning Communities Project Manager, introduced each Academy Lead Teacher, Career and Academic Advisor, and Principal.

11. Manatee High School Academies - p.18

• Two Manatee High School teacher teams assisted by their Academic Advisor, Patti Hartman, and Career Advisor, Frank Brunner, spent the past year planning and documenting their efforts to provide two major career pathways for their students.  Their efforts enabled them to prepare the materials required to meet the Career Academy National Standards of Practice.
• This program meets several EdVantage strategic objectives including: Redesign curriculum to support core values and strategic objectives.
• Each of these two teams participated in an academy review by the National Career Academy Coalition representatives during the month of May 2011. During the review process they demonstrated that they were able to meet the ten standards by the required levels of accomplishment.
• Angie Grasberger, Small Learning Communities Project Manager, introduced each Academy Lead Teacher, Career and Academic Advisor, and Principal.

12.  Five Star Cafeteria Status 2010-2011 - p.19

•  Sandra Ford, Food Service Director, recognized two school cafeteria managers and their cafeteria workers on their efforts of achieving a Five Star cafeteria status for 2010-11 school year.  They are Gullett Elementary School and Willis Elementary School.

13. The Florida Council for the Social Studies Teacher of the Year Award - p.20

•  Ms. Elizabeth Smith, K-12 Social Studies Curriculum Specialist, will introduce then present a certificate to Mr. Jim Haskins for being this year's Social Studies Teacher of the Year.  Mr. Haskins currently teaches 6th grade World History at Braden River Middle School.
• Mr. Haskins has three traits that make him an exemplary teacher:

1. His commitment to remember his students and their backgrounds.  Mr. Haskin earns the trust and admiration of his students.  His students remember him as funny, loving, caring, and smart, and he never forgets the names of his students.
2. His diverse background.  Mr. Haskin's family wanted him to become a minister, but instead he heard the 'calling' of teaching.
3. He is a life-long learner.  Mr. Haskins continually participates in professional development that increases the knowledge and experience of not only himself, but also his students.

• Congratulations to Mr. Haskins for providing excellent teaching to our students.

14. Promoting Regional Interest in Science and Mathematics (PRISM) Outstanding Mathematics and Science Student and Teacher Recognition - p.22

• The School District of Manatee County is partnering with Promoting Regional Interest in Science and Mathematics (PRISM) to set and achieve a global standard of excellence in K-12 mathematics and science education in support of economic development throughout the Florida High Tech Corridor.  PRISM partners believe science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education success will be driven best by public-private partnerships between business and industry and our school system.  To this end, PRISM links the business community to schools through teacher and student recognition, reward programs, and incentive grants to increase student participation in mathematics and science competitions, idea exchanges, and industry outreach. 
• Through PRISM, one outstanding mathematics and science teacher for elementary and secondary levels and one outstanding middle school mathematics and science student have been selected to represent Manatee School District.  In addition to the School Board recognition, students will receive a $250 savings bond and teachers will be recognized at a PRISM Awards Ceremony on September 22, 2011 at the Orlando Science Center. Each teacher will receive a $500 grant with certificates and teaching resources.

REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
CONSENT ITEMS 

Approval of Consent Agenda (Unanimously approved)

15. Approval of September 26, 2011 Consent Agenda - p.24

Purchase(s) Bids $100,000.00 and Under

16. Approval to Purchase Services from Maxim Health Systems, MCSD No. 12-0036-RH - p.25

17. Approval of Renewal (2) on Rebuilt Transmissions, MCSD No. 08 0027 SM - p.27

Purchase(s) Bids Over $100,000.00

18. Approval of Proposal on Tree Trimming and Removal Services, MCSD No. 12-0024-MR - p.28

19. Approval to Renew the Follett Destiny Management System for the 2011-2012 School Year - p.30

20. Approval of Renewal (1) on the Use of the State of Florida Contract on IT Hardware-Networking Infrastructure, MCSD No. 09-0086-SM - p.32

Contracts and Grants

21. Approval of the Contract Between the School Board of Manatee County and Claxton Electric Inc., for the 2011 - 2012 School Year - p.34

 22. Approval of the Subscriber Agreement with Discovery Education for the 2011-2012 School Year - p.35

23. Approval of Renewed Agreement Between the School Board of Manatee County and a Provider for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical Institute (MTI) EMT Students for the 2011-2014 School Years - p.37

24. Approval of Renewed Agreement Between the School Board of Manatee County and Various Providers for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical Institute (MTI) Nursing, Medical Assisting and Surgical Technician Students for the 2011-2014 School Years - p.39 (Removed)

26. Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Renewed $413,073.00 Carl D. Perkins Secondary Grant for the 2011-2012 School Year - p.42

27. Approval to Renew the Contract Between Premier Behavioral Solutions of Florida, Incorporated, dba Manatee Palms Youth Services, and the School Board of Manatee County for the 2011-2012 School Year

Construction Services

28. Approval of Manatee Technical Institute - SR 70 Campus - Amendment 18 - Agreement Between Owner and Fawley Bryant Architects, Inc. - p.44

Finance

29. Approval of Request to Declare Surplus and Donate Computer Equipment to Manatee Education Foundation and Connect Your Community - p.45

Human Resources

30. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Deceased, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Recommendations for Professional Service Contracts, Resignations, Retirements, Terminations and Transfers - p.49

 31. Approval of the Report of Teachers who are Out-Of-Field in ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) - p.50

32. Approval of the Report of Teachers who are Out-of-Field in Their Subject Area(s) - p.51

33. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the Manatee County School Board and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Abel Elementary School - p.52  (Removed)

Attachment: Waivers - Team Leader - Abel 09-26-11.pdf

34. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Braden River Elementary School - p.53

35. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article V, Section 6c of the Master Contract Between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Braden River Elementary School - p.54

36. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the Manatee County School Board and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Gullett Elementary School - p.55

37. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article V, Section 34 of the Master Contract between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to the 21st Century Program at Miller Elementary School - p.56

38. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Miller Elementary School - p.57

39. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article V, Section 6c of the Master Contract between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Mills Elementary School - p.58

40. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article V, Section 6c of the Master Contract Between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Oneco Elementary School - p.59

41. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the Manatee County School Board and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Oneco Elementary School - p.60

42. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article V, Section 6c of the Master Contract between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Orange Ridge ‰Û” Bullock Elementary School - p.61

43. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Rowlett Elementary School - p.62

44. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the Manatee County School Board and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Sea Breeze Elementary School - p.63

45. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article XII, Appendix B, Section G of the Master Contract between the Manatee County School Board and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Tara Elementary School - p.64

46. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article V, Section 6c of the Master Contract Between the School Board of Manatee County and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Witt Elementary School - p.65

Miscellaneous

47. Acceptance of Annual Report Policy 5.13 Local Wellness - p.66

48. Approval of 2011 Compliance Report Required By Section 120.74, Florida Statutes - p.67

49. Approval of the School District of Manatee County Master In-service Plan for Education - p.68

INFORMATION

Leaves

50. Leaves for September 26, 2011 Board Meeting - p.70

ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS

51. Administrative Appointments - p.71

OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS (Discussion Items Pulled from Consent)

Finance

52. Approval of Budget Amendments for July and August 2011 - p.48 (Tabled for next meeting)

53. Acceptance of the Year to Date Financial Statements through August 2011 - p.47 (Tabled for the next board meeting)

NEW BUSINESS (Non-Consent Items) 

54. Approval of Advertising a Notice of Intent to Amend Policy 8.16, General Food Service Requirements, and Setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed Amendment at the Board Meeting Scheduled October 24, 2011 - p.72 (Unanimously approved)

• The purpose and effect of this proposed amendment is to put into policy the intention of offering the school breakfast program at no charge to any student attending schools with over 80 percent of their students eligible for free or reduced price meals.  The schools eligibility will be based on the actual percentage of students eligible in the May of the preceding school year.
• The Superintendent recommended approval of advertising a Notice of Intent to Amend Policy 8.16, General Food Service Requirements, and setting a Public Hearing on the proposed amendment at the Board Meeting scheduled October 24, 2011

BOARD COMMENTS 

55. Board Comments - p.73

SCHOOL BOARD WORKFLOW 

56. School Board Workflow Items - p.74

SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY COMMENTS 

57. Comments by John Bowen - p.75

SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT 

58. Comments by Tim McGonegal - p.76

ADJOURNMENT 

Adjournment of Meeting

59. Adjournment - p.77