June Board Brief 2014
June Board Brief 2014 Roll Call Celebrations: (This agenda item is highlighting some of the wonderful “happenings” going on around the district.)
Dr. Johnson first introduced KMB’s new counselor Ms. Cynthia Kelley and Ms. Krystal Rogers SFA 1st grade teacher. Ms. Stacey Gatlin was also introduced as the new addition to Personnel Services (transitioning into Ms. Sophie Etheridge’s position). Ms. Gatlin will also be wearing a new hat for the district and that is a Communication Specialist and she was credited for creating this month’s “Celebrations” for the Board Meeting. SFA highlighted their 17 Kindergarten Brilliant Broncos for May along with 23 1 st grade Brilliant Broncos that were honored with a parade and certificates. Congratulations to KMB’s Jeannie Vargas & Tammy Forrest who applied and received a Lowe’s $2500 Education Grant for the Habitats for Outdoor Learning Project! KMB’s Science Fair was highlighted with pictures and was a big success with lots of participants and parents involved. DHS’s Forestry Team were the State Champions! The team consisted of Dustin Esmond, Jaclyn Robinson, Casey Anderson, Matthew Kelley (State High Point Individual), and Mr. Wayne Lamb - Advisor/Coach. Congratulations to DHS! The Senior Project that was held on June 4 was discussed. Ms. Shanna McCracken (class sponsor) and the Class of 2014 did a project to honor and memorialize the nine students who lost their lives as students in the current high school location. The outpouring and positive comments have been amazing. “Hats off” to the graduating seniors for their wonderful and thoughtful project! Dayton ISD Food Service Dept partnered with other local area businesses June 10 at the Dayton Community Center. The community has spoken and voted! Congratulations to Dayton ISD Food Service Dept, as they were voted as the "Best Food" and the "People’s Choice" awards at the Annual Chamber "Taste of Dayton". Camille Bob and Lana Dingler served Spaghetti, Mac & Cheese, Nachos, and Baked Potatoes. Way to go Food Service! The End –of- the-Year (EOY) Luncheon was highlighted with several slides that honored the Rookies of the Year, the Teachers of the Year, the Instructional Staff of the Year, and the Support Staff of the Year. The last slide was a picture of the EOY’s song and dance team “The Throwbacks” (aka the administrative team).
Communication from the Public: There were no communications from the public. Public Meeting to Discuss the Budget and Proposed Tax Rate for 2014-2015: Mrs. Tami Pierce presented to the Board of Trustees and the audience information on the proposed budget outlining information pertinent to the compilation of the 2014-2015 Dayton ISD budget. Mrs. Pierce fielded questions for the Board. The Dayton ISD Board of Trustees thanked Mrs. Pierce and her staff for a job well done. Board Action: 1. Approved the Consent Agenda (previous Board Minutes, Disbursements, and Budget Amendments). 2. Approved the Adoption of the 2014-2015 Budget (previously presented in the Public Meeting). 3. Approved the second reading of DNA Local policy. (Changed the wording on PDAS appraisals to read a “two week window” instead of “specific date and time.”) 4. Approved the Professional, General Liability and Automobile Insurance Coverage. (Renewal is up on August 1, 2014. The new quote is $48,349 and was compared to this year’s premium for the same coverage was $61,749. The decrease is due to certain components being covered by other insurance policies.) 5. Approved the Purchase of Scholastic Math Inventory (SMI) for grades K-5. This is a resource that teachers and students can use that will be vertically aligned and will have a math diagnostic tool. Title I funds will be used for this purchase. Board Information: A. Superintendent Johnson’s Report a. Community Advisory Committee Update- The CAC covered the G/T requirements from the State, our May FFA Show sales ($258,000), along with discussing the “school within a school concept” and the benefits research shows that are overwhelming for students ((1) positive impact on students, (2) improves attendance rates, (3) improves behavior, (4) cost effective, (5) greater sense of student well-being, (6)
higher student achievement, (7) better sense of belonging). The CAC also discussed at length our DAEP program along with the Night School Alternative Program and how those programs work, service and benefit our students and district. The committee then had a lengthy discussion over the concerns/issues that our district is facing and possible solutions to address those needs including possibly building new elementary campus, renovations of current and aging facilities, the re-purposing of current facilities for much needed and expansion of support services to become more efficient, addressed safe and secure issues of the district, and new unfunded mandates due to HB5 along with the overcrowding of current facilities. We also discussed the impact upon meeting the needs of all students to expand programs and new programs such as our new ROTC program. b. Chief Warrant Officer III Ron Tash gave an informative update on our new ROTC program. We have a little over 150 kiddos signed up for the fall semester and students have already started working with Chief Warrant Officer III Tash this summer. The Board again expressed their appreciation of DHS getting this program. c. Mr. John Reynolds gave the Agriculture Department Update. His report covered month by month activities, competitions, shows, etc. He also reported that over 742 students have signed up for the fall semester and that currently DHS is the 7th largest FFA program in the State. d. Dr. Johnson had asked each Principal to report to the Board their upcoming year’s ideas on how to build morale on their respective campuses. Great ideas were generated from each campus both tangible and non-tangible. Consistency in discipline (and other areas), better planning, valuing staff members and improved communication topped the lists along with appreciation gifts/snacks/treats throughout the school year. Presenting each campus was Ms. Tinkle (Colbert and SFA), Ms. Pruitt and Ms. Ott (Richter), Ms. Strolberg (KMB), Ms. Bendele (Nottingham), Ms. Gilmore (WWJH, Mr. McCracken (DHS) and Ms. Lott (DAEP/Night School). B. Assistant Superintendent Painter’s Report a. Mr. Painter reported on the process of hiring the Instructional Coaches, the kick-off of training that was held last week and the upcoming plans for August with this group of support folks for our teachers and students. C. Assistant Superintendent Pierce’s Report a. Quarterly Investment Report b. Financial/Budget Statements c. Check Register from the Activity Funds d. Tax Collector’s Report Executive Session: The Board went into Executive Session at 8:38 p.m. to discuss the following items: 551.072 – Property 551.074 – Personnel- Assistant Principal for DHS 551.074 – Personnel – Executive Director of Support Services 551.074 – Personnel 551.072 – Property- Resale of Foreclosed Property Items for Board Action after Executive Session @ 10:16 p.m.: A. Board approved the hiring of Mr. Matthew Barnett for the Assistant Principal for Dayton High School. B. Board approved the hiring of Mr. Hector Herrera for the Executive Director of Support Services. C. Board accepted and approved all Personnel recommendations as presented. D. Board accepted all resignations as presented. E. Board rejected the following properties: PIDN 69900 F. Board approved the following properties: PIDN 69899 (6 to 1 vote), PIDN 46222, PIDN 14726 Official Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 10:21 p.m.
Dr. Johnson first introduced KMB’s new counselor Ms. Cynthia Kelley and Ms. Krystal Rogers SFA 1st grade teacher. Ms. Stacey Gatlin was also introduced as the new addition to Personnel Services (transitioning into Ms. Sophie Etheridge’s position). Ms. Gatlin will also be wearing a new hat for the district and that is a Communication Specialist and she was credited for creating this month’s “Celebrations” for the Board Meeting. SFA highlighted their 17 Kindergarten Brilliant Broncos for May along with 23 1 st grade Brilliant Broncos that were honored with a parade and certificates. Congratulations to KMB’s Jeannie Vargas & Tammy Forrest who applied and received a Lowe’s $2500 Education Grant for the Habitats for Outdoor Learning Project! KMB’s Science Fair was highlighted with pictures and was a big success with lots of participants and parents involved. DHS’s Forestry Team were the State Champions! The team consisted of Dustin Esmond, Jaclyn Robinson, Casey Anderson, Matthew Kelley (State High Point Individual), and Mr. Wayne Lamb - Advisor/Coach. Congratulations to DHS! The Senior Project that was held on June 4 was discussed. Ms. Shanna McCracken (class sponsor) and the Class of 2014 did a project to honor and memorialize the nine students who lost their lives as students in the current high school location. The outpouring and positive comments have been amazing. “Hats off” to the graduating seniors for their wonderful and thoughtful project! Dayton ISD Food Service Dept partnered with other local area businesses June 10 at the Dayton Community Center. The community has spoken and voted! Congratulations to Dayton ISD Food Service Dept, as they were voted as the "Best Food" and the "People’s Choice" awards at the Annual Chamber "Taste of Dayton". Camille Bob and Lana Dingler served Spaghetti, Mac & Cheese, Nachos, and Baked Potatoes. Way to go Food Service! The End –of- the-Year (EOY) Luncheon was highlighted with several slides that honored the Rookies of the Year, the Teachers of the Year, the Instructional Staff of the Year, and the Support Staff of the Year. The last slide was a picture of the EOY’s song and dance team “The Throwbacks” (aka the administrative team).
Communication from the Public: There were no communications from the public. Public Meeting to Discuss the Budget and Proposed Tax Rate for 2014-2015: Mrs. Tami Pierce presented to the Board of Trustees and the audience information on the proposed budget outlining information pertinent to the compilation of the 2014-2015 Dayton ISD budget. Mrs. Pierce fielded questions for the Board. The Dayton ISD Board of Trustees thanked Mrs. Pierce and her staff for a job well done. Board Action: 1. Approved the Consent Agenda (previous Board Minutes, Disbursements, and Budget Amendments). 2. Approved the Adoption of the 2014-2015 Budget (previously presented in the Public Meeting). 3. Approved the second reading of DNA Local policy. (Changed the wording on PDAS appraisals to read a “two week window” instead of “specific date and time.”) 4. Approved the Professional, General Liability and Automobile Insurance Coverage. (Renewal is up on August 1, 2014. The new quote is $48,349 and was compared to this year’s premium for the same coverage was $61,749. The decrease is due to certain components being covered by other insurance policies.) 5. Approved the Purchase of Scholastic Math Inventory (SMI) for grades K-5. This is a resource that teachers and students can use that will be vertically aligned and will have a math diagnostic tool. Title I funds will be used for this purchase. Board Information: A. Superintendent Johnson’s Report a. Community Advisory Committee Update- The CAC covered the G/T requirements from the State, our May FFA Show sales ($258,000), along with discussing the “school within a school concept” and the benefits research shows that are overwhelming for students ((1) positive impact on students, (2) improves attendance rates, (3) improves behavior, (4) cost effective, (5) greater sense of student well-being, (6)
higher student achievement, (7) better sense of belonging). The CAC also discussed at length our DAEP program along with the Night School Alternative Program and how those programs work, service and benefit our students and district. The committee then had a lengthy discussion over the concerns/issues that our district is facing and possible solutions to address those needs including possibly building new elementary campus, renovations of current and aging facilities, the re-purposing of current facilities for much needed and expansion of support services to become more efficient, addressed safe and secure issues of the district, and new unfunded mandates due to HB5 along with the overcrowding of current facilities. We also discussed the impact upon meeting the needs of all students to expand programs and new programs such as our new ROTC program. b. Chief Warrant Officer III Ron Tash gave an informative update on our new ROTC program. We have a little over 150 kiddos signed up for the fall semester and students have already started working with Chief Warrant Officer III Tash this summer. The Board again expressed their appreciation of DHS getting this program. c. Mr. John Reynolds gave the Agriculture Department Update. His report covered month by month activities, competitions, shows, etc. He also reported that over 742 students have signed up for the fall semester and that currently DHS is the 7th largest FFA program in the State. d. Dr. Johnson had asked each Principal to report to the Board their upcoming year’s ideas on how to build morale on their respective campuses. Great ideas were generated from each campus both tangible and non-tangible. Consistency in discipline (and other areas), better planning, valuing staff members and improved communication topped the lists along with appreciation gifts/snacks/treats throughout the school year. Presenting each campus was Ms. Tinkle (Colbert and SFA), Ms. Pruitt and Ms. Ott (Richter), Ms. Strolberg (KMB), Ms. Bendele (Nottingham), Ms. Gilmore (WWJH, Mr. McCracken (DHS) and Ms. Lott (DAEP/Night School). B. Assistant Superintendent Painter’s Report a. Mr. Painter reported on the process of hiring the Instructional Coaches, the kick-off of training that was held last week and the upcoming plans for August with this group of support folks for our teachers and students. C. Assistant Superintendent Pierce’s Report a. Quarterly Investment Report b. Financial/Budget Statements c. Check Register from the Activity Funds d. Tax Collector’s Report Executive Session: The Board went into Executive Session at 8:38 p.m. to discuss the following items: 551.072 – Property 551.074 – Personnel- Assistant Principal for DHS 551.074 – Personnel – Executive Director of Support Services 551.074 – Personnel 551.072 – Property- Resale of Foreclosed Property Items for Board Action after Executive Session @ 10:16 p.m.: A. Board approved the hiring of Mr. Matthew Barnett for the Assistant Principal for Dayton High School. B. Board approved the hiring of Mr. Hector Herrera for the Executive Director of Support Services. C. Board accepted and approved all Personnel recommendations as presented. D. Board accepted all resignations as presented. E. Board rejected the following properties: PIDN 69900 F. Board approved the following properties: PIDN 69899 (6 to 1 vote), PIDN 46222, PIDN 14726 Official Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 10:21 p.m.
