Colonial Heights School Board March 23, 2010, 7:30 P.M. Colonial Heights High School Technical Building

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1 Colonial Heights School Board March 23, 2010, 7:30 P.M. Colonial Heights High School Technical Building The following were present for the Regular Meeting of the Colonial Heights School Board: Mrs. Sandra B. Coleman, Chairman Mr. Leslie P. Fryar, Vice Chairman Mr. J. Chris Kollman, III Mr. Bill Reade Mrs. Cindy Shortlidge Dr. Joseph O. Cox, Jr., Superintendent Mr. Troy E. Hedblom, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services Mr. Hugh P. Fisher, III, City Attorney Ms. Morgan Jones, Student Representative Mrs. Nancy Bosher, Clerk CALL to ORDER Regular Meeting of the Colonial Heights School Board was called to order by the Chairman, Mrs. Sandra Coleman, at 7:35 P.M., in the Audio Visual Room. ROLL CALL Mr. Kollman Here Mr. Reade Here Mrs. Shortlidge Here Mr. Fryar Here Mrs. Coleman Here The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Ms. Taylor Glomb, Colonial Heights Middle School SCA President. Mrs. Coleman moved to amend the agenda by moving item XI.A CHHS Swim Team Proposal of Unfinished Business to Delegations item VII.A. A motion was made by Mrs. Shortlidge to adopt the amended agenda. This was seconded by Mr. Kollman and was passed as follows: Mr. Fisher stated that any member of the public addressing the Board shall approach the lectern, give his name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record, and address the Board as a body rather than speak to any member. Unless further time is granted by the Board, any member of the public shall address the Board for a maximum of five (5) minutes, regardless of the number of issues he desires to discuss. Mr. Mike Kocik addressed the Board as a parental representative presenting the overall benefits in support of Block Scheduling. Mr. Kocik recognized that Block Scheduling will benefit a wide range of students which include both the most academically Regular Meeting 3/23/10 7:30PM 1 of 5

2 challenged as well as the most excelling students in our schools. This in turn gives an opportunity to every single student to help them along in their careers. Mr. Kocik requested on behalf of the parents for the Board to approve Block Scheduling in our schools in support of Dr. Evans and Dr. Keeler. Dr. Keeler introduced the Senior of the Month for March 2010, Mr. Thomas R. Lester to the Board and audience. Mrs. Karen Dubiel, Instructional Specialist, introduced the Citywide Spelling Bee Champions as Mr. Zack Conklin, CHMS; Mr. Bradley Lund, Tussing ES; Ms. Raven Humphries, North ES; and Ms. Kayla Grady, Lakeview ES. She further recognized Mr. Bradley Lund to the Board and audience as the Colonial Heights School Division Spelling Champion for A motion was made by Mr. Reade to accept the Colonial Heights Swim Team Proposal for and budget of $7500 to be paid by the Board. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Shortlidge and was passed as follows: Mrs. Coleman recognized the students of the swim team and congratulated them as well as the Parents and Staff that assisted in creating the Swim Team and bringing it before the Board. Mrs. Coleman also welcomed Vice Mayor Betsy G. Luck to the Board Meeting. Consent Agenda* Mr. Fryar motioned to accept the consent agendas of; 1. Special Meeting of January 12, Organization Meeting of January 12, Special Meeting - Budget Work Session of February 23, Special Meeting of February 23, Regular Meeting of February 23, Special Meeting Lakeview Community Forum of March 2, 2010 The motion was seconded by Mrs. Shortlidge and was passed as follows: New Business* Mr. Fryar motioned to approve the Virginia School Board Association Policy Revisions of February 2010; 1. FE - Playground Equipment 2. FEA - Educational Facilities Specifications 3. FECBA - Energy Efficient Construction Regular Meeting 3/23/10 7:30PM 2 of 5

3 4. FECBB - Accommodations for the Disabled 5. FEG - Construction Planning 6. FG - Retirement of Facilities 7. GA - Personnel Policies Goals 8. GBN - Staff Hiring Procedures 9. GC - Professional Staff 10. GCCA - Posting of Professional Staff Vacancies 11. GCBE - Family and Medical Leave 12. GCD - Professional Staff Hiring 13. GCDB - Filling Administrative Vacancies 14. GDD - Support Staff Hiring 15. GDI - Support Staff Assignments and Transfers The motion was seconded by Mrs. Coleman and passed as follows: Financial Report February* A. Expenditures Budget B. Revenue Budget C. Payments of Invoices and Payroll Mr. Kollman made a motion to approve for payment the February 2010 warrants and payrolls as presented by Maria Yencha, Director of Finance and Budget. This was seconded by Mrs. Shortlidge. Unfinished Business Dr. Cox welcomed Colonial Heights Fire & EMS Chief, A.G. Moore, Jr. Chief Moore presented an aerial view of the High School which highlighted the requested new location of the Solar Powered Emergency Siren and requested Board approval. Mrs. Shortlidge made a motion to accept the new location of the Solar Powered Emergency Siren. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Coleman and was passed as follows: Regular Meeting 3/23/10 7:30PM 3 of 5

4 Mrs. Coleman stated a budget work session was held on March 2, 2010 and that the proposed budget was a result of the work session discussions, with exception to the Employee Health Insurance Policy which is still undergoing further analysis. A motion was made by Mrs. Coleman to accept the Budget for ; the motion was seconded by Mrs. Shortlidge and was passed as follows: Dr. Cox noted to the Board that the General Assembly did not revise the Kings Dominion Rule which tabled the Calendar in the February Board Meeting. He further stated that no other revisions have taken place and requested the Board to approve the School Calendar as presented. A motion was made by Mrs. Coleman to accept the Colonial Heights School Calendar for ; the motion was seconded by Mr. Fryar and was passed as follows: A motion was made by Mr. Fryer to accept the Summer School Calendar for The motion was seconded by Mr. Reade and was passed as follows: Staff Reports A. Office of the Superintendent - Dr. Cox reported that the Community Forum held on March 2 nd at Lakeview Elementary School was a success with some great input from both parents and teachers. - Dr. Cox stated that the CHHS/CHMS Alternative Scheduling parent night was a success and a lot of helpful feedback was obtained. Dr. Cox further commended Dr. Keeler, Dr. Evans, Mrs. Moseley, and Mr. Hortz for scheduling and organizing the event. B. Office of Business Services C. Office of Instructional Services - Dr. Bunce informed the Board of the upcoming Colonial Heights Fine Arts Festival being held at the High School on March 25 at 6:00p.m. She also noted that Kindergarten registration would be held on Thursday, April 29 th at each elementary school in Colonial Heights beginning at 7:00p.m. Regular Meeting 3/23/10 7:30PM 4 of 5

5 School Reports Dr. Evans spoke of the upcoming Fine Arts Festival and highlighted the Middle School Performance of School House Rocks. She further noted the availability of online testing at the Middle School as well as the SOL Testing occurring in June. Mr. Staples spoke about the Hike for Haiti event being held on Friday April 2 nd from 1:30-2:30. This event is a joint effort of the three elementary school students to raise money in the relief efforts for the recent natural disasters around the world. Mr. Pond recognized and congratulated Mr. Kevin Daniels as Teacher of the Year for at North Elementary! Dr. Keeler noted that the Follies turned out to be a financial success. He also thanked the Board for their support in approving the High School Swim Team. Informational Items None discussed Requests/Board Member Comments None discussed Adjournment * A motion was made by Mr. Kollman to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:10p.m., Mr. Fryar seconded the motion and an affirmative voice vote closed the meeting. Chairman Clerk Regular Meeting 3/23/10 7:30PM 5 of 5