Official and Approved Minutes of Regular Board Meeting November 17, 2011 The Board of Trustees Judson ISD

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1 Official and Approved Minutes of Regular Board Meeting November 17, 2011 The Board of Trustees Judson ISD A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Judson ISD will be held Thursday, November 17, 2011, beginning at 7:00 PM in the ERC Board Room, 8205 Palisades Dr., Live Oak, Texas. Notice of this meeting was posted in accordance with the Texas Open Meeting Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551. The meeting was audio and video tape recorded. Members Present: June Adair, Arnoldo Salinas, Beth Sutton, Gilbert Flores, Jose Macias, Steven Salyer, Richard LaFoille. Members Absent: None 1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER A. Roll Call, Establishment of Quorum, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance President, June Adair opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. He conducted roll call and established a quorum. The Wagner HS Army JROTC Cadet Captain Joshua Deleon, Cadet Sergeant Joel Villarreal, Cadet First Sergeant Donovan Edwards, and Cadet Private First Class Angel Diaz presented the Posting of the Colors. The Pledge of Allegiance and the Texas Pledge were recited. A moment of silence and reflection was observed. 2. RECOGNITIONS A. Dig for the Cure Check Presentation: At the end of October, Judson ISD put on the Dig for a Cure event during the Wagner/Judson volleyball match. T-shirts were sold and breast cancer survivors were recognized. $2510 was raised and that will be going to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. On behalf of the Foundation, Sharifa Trotman accepted the check. B. Bastrop ISD Relief Effort: Candlewood Elem. National Elementary Honor Society 4 th Grade Teacher: Jennifer Barnes, Principal: Dianetta Young Olympia Elem. 5 th Grader Chris Smith, Principal: Dr. Terri LeBleu Kitty Hawk M.S. 7 th Grader Kasey Kasberg, Principal: Mike McFalls JECA Freshman Class President, Eduardo Sanchez, Sophomore Class President, Joshua Tyler & Junior Class President, Rodrigo DeLaMora, Principal: Yvonne Anglada; Elolf Elem. Teacher Karen McConnell & Daughter, Mykinzee, Principal: Monica Borrego - Judson ISD helped raise more than $5,500 for the Bastrop ISD after they suffered so terribly after the wildfires there. Students and staff were recognized who really went above and beyond for the donation efforts. - This organization came up with the idea, that for each dime donated, a link would be created on a paper chain. Each grade level was represented by a different color so everyone got involved and there were links spreading all over the school. $531 was raised by the National Elementary Honor Society at Candlewood Elem.

2 Representing them was 4 th grade teacher, Ms. Barnes and Principal, Ms. Young. - At Olympia Elem., this student led the effort to donate important items to the firefighters who were on the front lines. 5 th grader, Chris Smith started a donation drive to gather lip balm, water, Gatorade and more. He was in attendance along with his principal, Dr. LeBleu. - A 7 th grader at Kitty Hawk M.S. saw the devastation on the news and took action, she convinced her principal to start a drive, making posters, encouraging others to donate, and getting students involved. Kasey Kasberg collected all sorts of items and she and her family even delivered the items in person. She was in attendance along with principal, Mr. McFalls. - JECA was also instrumental in this drive. Students raised nearly $1,000 at their campus. Representing JECA is Freshman Class President, Eduardo Sanchez; Sophomore Class President, JoshuaTyler; and Junior Class President, Rodrigo DeLaMora and Principal, Ms. Anglada. - Another great story of generosity is a mother/daughter team who had been saving up money for a vacation. After the wildfires, they took the hundreds of dollars they had been saving and donated it all to the Bastrop Relief Fund. The mother, Ms. McConnell is a teacher at Elolf Elem., and her daughter is a Judson H.S. student, Mykinzee McConnell. Elolf Principal, Ms. Borrego was also present. C. National FFA Science Fair Winner: Student: Tommy Fletcher; Ag Instructors: Jay Trees & Eric Davis Judson High School Sophomore, Tommy Fletcher won the National FFA Science Fair in Indianapolis in the Division One Biochemstry/Microbiology/Food Science category. His project was titled: Consumer Preferences for Grass Fed Beef - Based on Tenderness, Juiciness, and Flavor Assessment. Tommy was in attendance with his Ag instructors, Jay Trees and Eric Davis. D. Wagner H.S. Band State Champions: Wagner High School Band are back-to-back state champs. They won the U.S. Scholastic Band Association Group 4 Open Class Texas State Championships for the second year. They also received captions awards for Outstanding Music, Visual, General Effect, Percussion and Color Guard. The band also received the highly prestigious Esprit de Corps Award, for outstanding band out of the 22 bands at the marching contest and the band that best exemplifies the core values and the pursuit of excellence. -The students are as follows: Denika Soria, Melissa Mendoza, Melissa Fuber, Joseph Flores, Andrea Moreno, Brittany Vazquez, Beverly Sanger, Albert Crews, Kaitlynn McClellan, Jose Rojas, Juan Martinez, Frank John, Zachary Ramos, Christopher Bell, and Taryn Crisostomo. Band Directors are Keith Witt, Mark LeGault and David Giddens. 3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF VISITORS/CITIZENS TO BE HEARD There were no visitors to be acknowledged nor were there any citizens to be heard. 4. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT ITEMS Consent Items A, B, C, D, E LaFoille motioned, Salinas seconded, motion passed by unanimous vote. A. Consider and take action regarding approval of Board Minutes for the Regular Board Meeting on October 19, 2011 B. Consider and take action regarding approval of Monthly Financial Information as of October 31, 2011

3 C. Consider and take action regarding approval of Resolution recognizing activity for purposes of youth participation in projects, events and activities D. Consider and take action regarding approval of the Bexar County Extension Director, or her/his designee who meet all necessary criteria, be recognized as adjunct staff members and that students participating in 4-H/Extension educational activities be counted in attendance for Foundation School Program purposes E. Consider and take action regarding approval of Resolution to declare Real Property as Surplus - Transportation Department Dispatch Building 5. DISCUSSION/CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ITEMS A. Discuss and take possible action regarding approval of the recommendation from the Redistricting Advisory Committee regarding changes to the Trustee Election System, including revision of the Single-Member District Boundaries Dr. Mackey acknowledged Dr. Harris, chairperson and Mr. Russo, district attorney. Dr. Harris introduced the co-chairperson, Ms. Turner. Mr. Russo explained the redistricting process, changes and stated the committee s recommendation. Mr. Salinas read the resolution on pages from BoardBook. Mr. Russo asked that the resolution be part of the minutes (see attached resolution). Macias motioned, Flores second, motion passed by unanimous vote. B. Consider and take possible action regarding approval of the Annual Financial Audit Report for the Fiscal Year Dr. Mackey explained the details from the audit report. Flores motioned, LaFoille second, motion passed by unanimous vote. C. Consider and take possible action regarding approval on repairs/upgrades to the Coronado Village swimming pool Dr. Mackey pulled this agenda item. D. Consider and take possible action regarding approval of a Budget Amendment to move and install two portables Mr. Kershner said that one portable is from JECA and the other one is from Judson HS. Dr. Mackey stated that due to Judson HS growth, teachers roving to various classrooms and budget cuts that portables will be moved around within the district to meet campus needs. Macias motioned, LaFoille second, motion passed by unanimous vote. E. Consider and take possible action regarding approval on the installation of an ElectroFlow Balancing System at Hartman Elementary Mr. Kershner explained the ElectroFlow Balancing System, and Dr. Mackey stated that they are looking at energy efficiency and ways to reduce our electric bill. Dr. Mackey also said that they would compare the electric bills from one year to the next to see if there is a savings before using this system at other schools. Ms. Sutton asked about the $19,000 guarantee and what happens when the district doesn t save 8%. Mr. Kershner said that the company guarantees it, and that they will pay for the whole system if they

4 don t save us 8%. LaFoille motioned, Macias second, 6 yes votes, 1 no vote (Macias), motion carries. F. Consider and take possible action regarding approval of Election of Bexar Appraisal District Board of Director - Casting Votes by Resolution Flores motioned, LaFoille second but Ms. Adair said they need a specific motion and asked what the motion was for. Mr. Flores stated that his motion was for the Board to cast their 221 votes to Cheri Bryom. Macias amended motion, Salinas second to cast all 221 votes to Jose Macias. 3 yes votes, 3 no votes (Flores, LaFoille, Salyer), 1 abstained (Adair), motion fails. Macias amended the motion, Salinas second to allocate 221 votes to Tomas Uresti. 2 yes votes, 5 no votes (Sutton, Flores, Adair, LaFoille, Salyer), motion fails. Macias amended motion to divide votes by ½ to Chico Rodriguez and ½ to Tomas Uresti. Amendment dies due to lack of a second motion. Flores motioned, LaFoille second that the Board cast their 221 votes to Cheri Bryom. 5 yes votes, 1 no vote (Macias), 1 abstained (Salinas), motion carries. G. Consider and take possible action regarding approval of a Resolution of Acknowledgment-Make Education a Priority LaFoille motioned, Salinas second, motion passed by unanimous vote. H. Consider and take possible action regarding approval of the appointment of three community members for the Judson ISD Hall of Honor Selection Committee Ms. Chancellor explained the criteria for community members to be selected to the committee based on the boards approval and amendment that was made during the March 2011 board meeting. Macias motioned, LaFoille second, no vote was taken as a whole but on nominating individual committee members. LaFoille motioned, Salinas second for Art Cardozo to be nominated as a member of the selection committee from the Judson HS boundaries. 7 yes votes, 0 no votes, motion carries. Flores motioned, Sutton second for Henry Emry to be nominated as a member of the selection committee from the Wagner HS boundaries. 7 yes votes, 0 no votes, motion carries. LaFoille motioned, Salinas second for Johnny Harris to be nominated as a member of the selection committee from either high schools boundaries. 4 yes votes, 2 no votes (Adair, Sutton), 1 abstained (Salinas), motion carries. I. Consider and take possible action(s) regarding approval of the Personnel Report and Updates including New Hires, Resignations and Administrative Appointments Flores motioned, LaFoille second, motion passed by unanimous vote. J. Consider and take possible action(s) regarding approval of membership in the Equity Center, a Resolution to join the Equity Center Litigation regarding School Funding and the corresponding Budget Amendments Dr. Mackey stated that board members called him about wanting to join the law suit. He also said that he believes that it will best benefit the district to support the Equity Center. He also said that the Equity Center has been sending him s, helped the district by answering questions about this law suit and they are experts in state funding. Mr. Salyer asked Dr. Mackey how much this will cost the district. Dr. Mackey replied that it will be $1.00 for the weighted average daily attendance (approximate $28,000), and it will be paid from fund balance.

5 Flores motioned, LaFoille second, 6 yes votes, 1 no vote (Macias), motion carries. 6. DISCUSSION ITEMS/REPORTS A. Athletics Presentation Candy Tanner and Mike Miller gave the presentation. B. Child Nutrition Presentation Sharon Glosson gave the presentation. C. Special Education Presentation Dessynie Edwards gave the presentation. D. Police Report Teresa Gonzales gave the presentation. E. Bullying Prevention Dr. Mackey explained the report that the Board was given. Joe Gonzales also commended Ernest Cox for coordinating the bullying prevention program. F. Board Training, Conferences and Events Mr. Flores reminded the Board about the Thanksgiving Feast on November 19 th at Wagner HS. He also stated that the Bexar County School Board Coalition training is on December 1 st. Mr. Salinas mentioned that the Candlewood Elem. Boys and Girls Club is having a Thanksgiving dinner on Saturday evening. Mr. Macias said that he was awarded a scholarship to attend the FRN Conference in Washington D.C. Ms. Adair reviewed numerous events on the Board calendar, as well. G. Superintendent Update 1. Long Range Facility Plan Dr. Mackey reviewed page 155 in BoardBook in regards to long range planning with administration. He also stated that Mr. Kershner will be leading five public forums; one at each middle school to compile assessments. Dr. Mackey added that this will be a district initiative putting this together for long range planning. 2. District Repairs Analysis Mr. Flores asked about the punch list for Judson HS. Mr. Kershner said that the goal is to have Gilbane finish before Spring Break, and that our crew will get a lot of repairs and maintenance done during the Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks. H. Construction Report Dr. Mackey stated that this report is in BoardBook. I. Judson ISD Roofing Plan Dr. Mackey said that this plan is also in BoardBook, and this will be part of the budget for next school year. J. Update to Policy EIA (LOCAL): Academic Achievement/Grading/Progress Reports to Parents - 1st Reading Ms. Adair said that this policy was posted on our website. K. Update to Policy BE (LOCAL): Board Meetings: Meeting Time - 1st Reading Mr. Adair stated that this policy was posted on our website. L. Policy Update 91, Affecting Local Policies (see attached list) - 1st Reading 1. CDA (LOCAL): Other Revenues - Investments 2. CLA (LOCAL): Buildings, Grounds, and Equipment Management - Security

6 3. CV (LOCAL): Facilities Construction 4. DFBB (LOCAL): Term Contracts - Nonrenewal 5. EFAA (LOCAL): Instructional Materials - Selection and Adoption 6. FFH (LOCAL): Student Welfare - Freedom from Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation 7. FO (LOCAL): Student Discipline Ms. Adair stated that these policies were posted on our website, and the Board can contact Dr. Mackey if they want to make any local policy changes. M. Update on Board Advisory Committees Mr. Macias gave an update on the two committee meetings in October and November. He also mentioned that the next advisory committee meeting will be December 12 th. N. District Elementary Playground Equipment, Playing Field and Black Top Ms. Sutton said she received feedback from parents in the community about some campuses not having playground equipment and playing fields, as well as the condition of the black tops. She stated that she spoke to Dr. Mackey and that he is working on this agenda item. Mr. Kershner explained the process of maintaining the playing fields. Dr. Mackey said that it is the responsibility of the PTOs and campus principals to work together about the needs of the playing fields and black top maintenance. He also stated that the Physical Education Dept. has a limited budget and that principals were budgeting for tutorials and transportation from August through April when there s testing. Dr. Mackey added that after testing is over and if they have available funds then some schools can help out the PTOs to maintain the playground facilities. Dr. Mackey also said that he will also use some of the Maintenance Dept. budget to help out with playground repairs once their department repairs air conditioners, etc. O. Judson Accountability Gold Performance Acknowledgements Dr. Mackey gave a presentation on the Gold Star Performance for each campus. He said that the AEIS Accountability report just came in on Friday, and a presentation will be given during the December board meeting. During Dr. Mackey s presentation, he emphasized that campuses need to follow the curriculum. After the presentation, Ms. Adair said that Mr. LaFoille asked for work session on this agenda item, and the meeting will be on January 12 th. 7. CLOSED SESSION A. Pursuant to Texas Govt. Code Section , Discussing Personnel B. Consultation in closed session with district s attorney regarding legal issues related to adopting a plan for redistricting the single-member trustee election districts after the 2010 Census 8. CONSIDER AND TAKE POSSIBLE ACTION(S) REGARDING ITEMS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION A. Consider and take possible action(s) regarding Personnel. B. Consultation and take action on recommendation from the Redistricting Advisory Committee regarding changes to the trustee election system, including revision of single-member district boundaries 9. ADJOURNMENT With no voiced objections the board adjourned at 10:48 p.m.