HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOCUS ON LEARNING REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

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1 HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOCUS ON LEARNING REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Notice is hereby given that a regular meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. for Closed Session followed by the Regular Public Session The meeting will be held in the Board Room at Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered or upon which any formal action might be taken are as follows: Call to order Adjourn to closed session - 5:30 p.m. Pursuant to the Texas Government Code: Section Section ` Section Consultation with Attorney for legal advice, opinion and recommendations. Personnel Deliberate appointment, employment, evaluation, re-assignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public employee. Student Expulsions Hearings 6:00 p..m. Section School District Disciplinary Matter and Information About a Public School Student Hear and deliberate appeal involving discipline of Humble ISD student Reconvene regular session Welcome and introduction of Board and administration Pledge of Allegiance Salute to the Texas flag Moment of Silence

2 2 Questions and comments by patrons or employees of the district regarding agenda items or any other matters Comments by individual Board members (Recognitions, thanks, and personal comments) Comments by the Administration Superintendent regarding student issues, staff issues, facilities issues, funding issues, safe and secure campus issues and Board and district events Cabinet members John Miller: Deputy Superintendent (KPHS Vertical Team, KHS Vertical Team, Board Policies audit, Student Handbook Review, Demographic Study update, School Boundaries Cecilia Hawkins: Assistant Superintendent (HHS Vertical Team, International Baccalaureate planning) Paula Almond: Assistant Superintendent (AHS Vertical Team, High Schools of the Future Task Force) Janet Orth Learning Support Services (Benchmarks Assessment, Professional Development, Instructional Coaching, Science Grant, Kingwood College partnership planning) Jim Parsons: Accountability (Benchmarks Assessment, Demographic Study update, Needs Assessment, Process Mapping and Systems Review) Mary Widmier: Human Resources (Employee Retention and Recruitment, Retire-Rehire program) Lynn Lynn: Finance Services (Budget Development, Process Mapping and Systems Review, FIRST Accountability) Mark Krueger: Support Services (Facilities planning and maintenance, Transportation services, Safety, and Child Nutrition services) Mike Drachenberg: Technology Services (Process Mapping and Systems Review, Instructional Technology training and enhancements) Karen Perkins: Community Development (Learning support resources) Karen Collier: Public Information (Communications and Teacher of the Year program) Stephanie Rosenberg General Counsel, (Contract Review, Legal Counsel)

3 3 BOARD ACTION AGENDA Action: Closed session Consideration of and action on items addressed in closed session a) Approval of personnel recommendations b) Consideration of student expulsions c) Consideration of appeal involving discipline of Humble ISD student Action: Minutes Consideration of minutes for the regular board meeting on December 12, Consideration of minutes for the special board meeting on December 14, Action: Consent agenda Consideration of items placed on the consent agenda 1. LEARNING REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Action: Investigations Consideration of Investigations in Number, Data and Space ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve funding for the purchase of Investigations in Number, Data and Space that will serve approximately 390 teachers representative of all HISD elementary schools for a cost of $85, GOVERNANCE REPORTS AND CONSIDERATIONS A. Action: Bond 2008 Study Committee Consideration of Establishing Bond 2008 Study Committee ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees establish the Bond 2008 Study Committee.

4 4 B. Report: School Facilities Use Policy Report on Recommended Change to Board Policy GKD (Local), Community Relations: Non-school Use of School Facilities C. Report: Calendar Report to the Board regarding the proposed Calendar for D. Report: Update 79 Report on Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Policy Update #79 3. FINANCIAL SERVICES REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Action: Tax Refunds > $500 Consideration of Petitions for Refunds in Excess of $500 ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the petitions for refunds as described in the attachment. B. Action: Budgetary Amendments Consideration of Budgetary Amendments ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the budgetary amendments as described in the accompanying attachments. 4. SUPPORT SERVICES REPORTS. CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Action: Masonry Repair Services Consideration of Masonry Repair Services ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the purchase of Masonry Repair Services to Winco Masonry.

5 5 B. Action: Land Appraisal Services Consideration of Ratification for Land Appraisal Services ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees ratify the contract for land appraisal consulting services to Integra Realty Resources, Houston Texas which is required for acquiring property for new schools. C. Action: Land Surveying Services Consideration of Ratification for Land Surveying Services ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees ratify the contract for land surveying services to West Belt Surveying, Houston, Texas which is required for acquiring property for new schools. D. Action: Property Insurance Consideration of purchase of all risk property insurance with effective date of February 1, ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the purchase of primary property insurance from Travelers and excess insurance from RSUI. E. Action: DD for Elementary No. 24 Consideration of the Design Development Documents for Proposed Elementary School No. 24 ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the design development documents for the proposed new Elementary School No. 24. F. Report: GMP for High School No. 6 Status Report on the Guaranteed Maximum Price for Construction of High School No. 6

6 6 5. BOARD REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Discussion: Exploring possibility of generating advertising revenue B. Discussion: Update on Student Drug Testing Consideration C. Update: Legislative Issues Legislative Committee Report D. Update: Associations and Committees E Discussion: Elections per H.B. 1 F Action: Resolution Humble ISD Election Dates for future trustee elections. G. Future Board business Consideration of and action on topics for future Board business: a) Posted agenda items requiring Board action b) Posted agenda items for information, with no action required c) Written reports, with no posting or discussion planned d) Appointment of Board committees or representatives Adjournment This notice is given pursuant to Section et.seq.of the Government Code. Dated January 5, Jim Eggers Board Secretary Note: Copies of attachments and other documentation may be requested from Peggy Young in the Superintendent s Office at Full documentation of the items considered by the Board may be viewed on the Humble ISD web site on the day following the Board meeting at

7 HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Humble Board of Trustees held the regular meeting on December 12, 2006 at 6:45 p.m. in the Board Room, Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas. Board Members Present: Bonnie Longnion Mike Sullivan Jim Eggers Dave Martin Lynn Fields Dan Huberty Keith Lapeze Staff Members Present: Guy Sconzo, Peggy Young, John Miller, Mary Widmier, Cecilia Hawkins, Karen Collier, Janet Orth, Lynn Lynn, Jim Parsons, Mark Krueger, Mike Drachenberg, Karen Perkins, Stephanie Rosenberg, Sally LaRue, Allan Scott, Donna Boyd, Janice Himpele, Marilyn Farrelll, Ida Schultz, Jennifer Eaton, Shawn Facaine, Yvonne Mobley, Judy Janak, David Hays, Betsy Ulrich, Allen Miller, Deborah Yocham, Solomon Cook The Board met at 5:30 p.m. and adjourned to hear items posted for closed session at 5:32 p.m. The regular meeting was called back to order at 7:31 by Dr. Longnion to hear the complaint (Level III) regarding clustering brought by C. Burbano. Following the presentations of C. Burbano and administration and questions from the Board, the Board and C. Burbano mutually agreed to adjourn to closed session at 7:55 p.m. to complete the question portion of the hearing. Following the completion of the hearing, the Board remained in closed session to consult with their attorney. The Board reconvened to regular session at 8:42 p.m. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS BY PATRONS OR EMPLOYEES OF THE DISTRICT None COMMENTS BY INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS The Trustees congratulated Dr. Sconzo for the National Superintendent of the Year nomination. Mrs. Fields was recognized for her leadership in the MADD program. The Trustees wished everyone a very happy and safe holiday break.

8 ACTION ITEMS FROM CLOSED SESSION Personnel - A motion was made by Mr. Martin to approve the personnel recommendations as presented by administration. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lapeze. The motion passed unanimously. Please see Personnel Recommendations on the following pages.

9 HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS December 12, 2006 RETIREMENT Campus Assignment Eff. Date Snellings David Humble High Social Studies Teacher/Coach December 15, 2006 RESIGNATIONS Campus Assignment Reason Eff. Date Carney Vicky Atascocita High Math Teacher Family commitments December 15, 2006 Davis Kimberly Oaks Elementary Second Grade Teacher Staying home with baby December 15, 2006 Fatu Teodor Humble High Math Teacher Pursuing other interests December 15, 2006 Hellmann Tanja Atascocita High German Teacher Accepted position at Univ. of Houston December 15, 2006 Mayhew Judy Oaks Elementary Speech Pathologist, pt Pursuing other interests December 15, 2006 Olson Kellianne Kingwood High U.S. History Teacher Personal reasons December 15, 2006 Rodriguez Cynthia Park Lakes Elementary Nurse Personal reasons November 17, 2006 Slaughter Rhonda Woodland Hills Elementary Kindergarten Teacher Husband transferred to GA December 15, 2006 Tatom Jennifer Humble Middle Math Teacher Husband transferred out of country December 15, 2006 Turner Sonia Humble Elementary Bilingual Pre-K Teacher Family reasons December 15, 2006 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Kingwood High Degree Certification Assignment Exp. Eff. Date Previous Emp. Games Tyson B.S./Houston Baptist Univ. Social Studies, TX Social Studies Teacher, pt None January 2, 2007 Recent graduate McGee Rebecca M.S./University of Arizona Special Education, TX Special Education Teacher 11 years October 21, 2006 Tarkington ISD Sano Patricia B.A./Univ. of New Orleans Social Studies, TX U.S. History Teacher 5 years January 2, 2007 St. Tammany Parish, LA

10 Atascocita High Diaz Gabriela B.A./St. Edwards University TCP Intern English Teacher None October 21, 2006 KWCC TCP Harden Laquietta B.A./Stephen F. Austin State ACP Intern Special Education Teacher None October 23, 2006 A Career in Teaching ACP McDaniel Deatrice B.S./Alcorn State University ACP Intern AutoCad/Technology Teacher None October 23, 2006 ACT Houston ACP Oseguera Wrendy B.A./University of Houston Math, TX Math Teacher 5 years January 2, 2007 Spring Branch ISD Pate Robert B.A./University of Houston ACP Intern Special Education Teacher None October 21, 2006 A Career in Teaching ACP Patterson LaToya B.A./Spelman College ACP Intern Math Teacher None October 21, 2006 Region IV ACP Threatt Dave B.B.A./Alabama A&M ACP Intern Special Education Teacher None October 21, 2006 A Career in Teaching ACP Humble Middle Juarez Leticia M.B.A./Texas A&M Intl. Elementary 1-8, TX Math Teacher 12 years January 2, 2007 United ISD Timberwood Middle Salazar Laura B.S./Sam Houston State Univ. TCP Intern P.E. Teacher/Coach None January 2, 2007 KWCC TCP Humble Elementary Gonzales Debra B.S./University of Houston Bilingual Generalist, TX PK-3 Bilingual, pt 2 years December 6, 2006 Spring Branch ISD Foster Elementary May Tiffany B.A./Upper Iowa University Generalist EC-4, TX Third Grade Teacher 1 year October 21, 2006 Des Moines Public Schools Oaks Elementary Barker Cindy M.S./Walden University Generalist EC-4, TX Basic Skills Teacher, pt 5 years January 2, 2007 Humble ISD Ferner Diane B.S./Indiana Univ. of PA Generalist EC-4, TX Second Grade Teacher 5 years January 2, 2007 United ISD Deerwood Elementary Bingham Charlotte B.S./Prairie View A&M Registered Nurse Nurse 7 years December 4, 2006 Private industry

11 RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that Lorrie Dabbs be appointed to the position of Certification & Records Coordinator effective December 13, Ms. Dabbs is currently serving as the secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. It is recommended that John Krippel be appointed to the position of Certification & Records Coordinator. Mr. Krippel is currently serving as the Technology Acquisition Coordinator Purchasing Department. The appointment will be effective upon the hiring of a replacement for his duties.

12 Student Expulsions A motion was made by Mr. Martin to accept the student placements in alternative education programs as presented by the Superintendent as follows: J.T. effective: ; D.B., effective: ; J.M., effective: ; S.M., effective: ; E.A., effective ; L.C., effective ; T.M., effective ; R.C., effective ; J.V., effective ; M.V., effective ; D.M., effective ; C.L., effective ; S.M., effective The motion was seconded by Mrs. Fields. The motion passed unanimously. Payment to Music Vendor A motion was made by Mr. Martin for the Board to authorize the Superintendent to settle the issue of payment with the music vendor based upon the course of action recommended by District counsel in closed session. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Fields. The motion passed unanimously. Land Purchase for Elementary School #24 in Fall Creek A motion was made by Mr. Martin for the Board to authorize the administration to purchase all the land located in Fall Creek Section 32 and 11 lots in Fall Creek Section 33 from FCW, Ltd. as per the terms and conditions discussed in closed session for Humble ISD Elementary School #24. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Fields. The motion passed unanimously. Land Purchase for Middle School # 8 in Summerwood A motion was made by Mr. Martin for the Board to authorize the administration to purchase acres of land, located in the Victor Blanco Survey, A-2, from Genstar Summerwood, L.P. as per the terms and conditions discussed in closed session for Humble ISD Middle School #8. The motion was seconded Mrs. Fields. The motion passed unanimously. Complaint (Level III) against S. LaRue brought by C. Burbano A motion was made by Mr. Martin to uphold the Administration s decision at Level II regarding Dr. Sally LaRue and further directed the Administration to provide training to appropriate staff with regards to new procedures which were the subject of this complaint. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lapeze. The motion passed with the vote five (5) for and two (2) opposed. Mr. Eggers and Mr. Sullivan opposed. Complaint (Level III) on Clustering brought by C. Burbano A motion was made by Mr. Martin to uphold the Administration s decision at Level II regarding clustering. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lapeze. The motion passed unanimously. MINUTES FROM THE PREVIOUS MEETING A motion was made by Mr. Martin to approve the minutes for the regular board meeting on November 14, The motion was seconded by Mr. Eggers. The minutes were approved unanimously.

13 CONSENT AGENDA After review, a motion was made by Mr. Martin to approve the following board items by consent: Governance: A, B & C; Financial Services: A and Support Services: A, B, C, D & E. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Fields. The motion passed unanimously. 1. LEARNING REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES There were no items for this title this month. 2. GOVERNANCE REPORTS AND CONSIDERATIONS A. DOT Drug Testing Consideration of Approval for Participation in Harris County DOT Drug Testing Consortium The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve to continue participation in the Harris County Department of Transportation Drug Testing Consortium by adoption of the Consortium Resolution. Approved by consent. B. Name for Elementary School #23 Consideration of Name for Elementary #23 The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve River Pines Elementary as the name for Elementary #23. Approved by consent. C. Name for Middle School #7 Consideration of Name for Middle School #7 The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve Ross Sterling Middle School as the name for Middle School #7. Approved by consent.

14 D. Gift Policy Consideration of revisions to DBD Local and CAA Local regarding the acceptance of gifts by District employees. A motion was made by Mr. Martin to accept the Superintendent s recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve the revised gift policy as adopted by the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Fields. Following discussion, Mr. Lapeze made a motion to amend the original motion as follows: 2 nd paragraph Employees must disclosed any gifts, favors, services or benefits received with an aggregate value of $100 or more, from one individual over the course of one school year, to the District s Director of Internal Audit, including items of food, lodging, transportation, tickets, or business, entertainment accepted as a guest. The amendment was seconded by Mrs. Fields. The amendment passed with the vote five (5) for and two (2) opposed. Mr. Eggers and Mr. Martin opposed. The original motion passed as amended unanimously. E. School Facilities Use Policy Following a lengthy discussion regarding the report on recommended change to Board Policy GKD (Local), Community Relations: Non School Use of School Facilities, the decision was made to bring this item back to the Board in January for further discussion. F. Calendar Administration stated that the response to the survey was tremendous regarding the School Calendar for Following discussion, the decision was made to resurvey the public with only two (2) calendar choices and bring this information back to the Board in January to discuss. G. Bond 2008 Study Committee Administration reviewed with the Board: a) the charges of the Bond 2008 Study Committee and b) the timeline in which the Committee would work.

15 3. FINANCIAL SERVICES REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Budgetary Amendments Consideration of Budgetary Amendments The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the budgetary amendments as presented by administration. Approved by consent. B. Financial Reports There was no discussion regarding the report on Year-To-Date Financial Reports and Monthly Cash and Investment Reports. C. Process Mapping Results/Strategies Administration reviewed with the Board the process mapping results/strategies for the Financial Services Division. 4. SUPPORT SERVICES REPORTS. CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Office Remodeling Consideration of Proposal Award for Administration Office Remodeling The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees award a contract to Harris Construction, Humble, Texas to remodel offices in the Administration Building at a cost of $32,400. Approved by consent. B. AHS Sidewalk Construction Consideration of Proposal Award for Atascocita High School Sidewalk Construction. The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the proposal for Atascocita High School sidewalk construction to Ellisor Construction. The cost for this installation is $32,650. Approved by consent.

16 C. Portable Building Utilities Award Consideration of Job Order Contract Award for Utility Connections and Technology Related to the Portable Buildings at Kingwood High School. The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the job order contract award for utility connections and technology related to the portable buildings at Kingwood High School to Jamail Construction of Houston, Texas in the base proposal amount not to exceed $946,166. Approved by consent. D. Portable Building Lease Award Consideration of Proposal Award for Portable Building Leases The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees authorize the administration to negotiate and execute a contract with Mobile Modular Management Corporation (MMMC), Pasadena, Texas, to lease 23 portable classroom buildings for a period up to 15 months at a cost not to exceed $509, Approved by consent. E. Final Payment for 15 School Renovations Consideration of Final Payment for 15 School Renovations The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve final payment of $353, for a total project cost of $7,060,797, to Gamma Construction Company for renovating 15 schools. Approved by consent. The next item was taken out of order. F. DD for Elementary #24 Administration reviewed with the Board the Design Development Documents for Proposed Elementary School No. 24.

17 5. BOARD REPORTS, CONSIDERATIONS AND PURCHASES A. Legislative Issues A joint meeting of the Board Legislative Committee and the District Legislative Committee was held on December 4, 2006 to plan for the next legislative session which begins in January, A legislative reception has been planned for January 4, 2007, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Park Lakes Elementary, inviting local legislators to attend to discuss school finance and other important matters which are pertinent to education. B. Associations and Committees No reports/updates. C. Discussion: High School Exam Exemptions. Humble ISD Election Dates for future elections, including bond referendums and/or any other legally called election allowed by law was discussed. This will be further discussed in January. D. Future Board business Discussion items: Elections Facility Use Stetson Report Process Mapping There being no further business, a motion was made by Mr. Lapeze to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Fields. The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. Secretary President Note: Copies of attachments and other documentation may be requested from Peggy Young in the Superintendent s Office at Full documentation of the items considered by the Board may be viewed on the Humble ISD web site on the day following the Board meeting at

18 HUMBLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Humble Board of Trustees held a special meeting on Thursday, December 14, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. at Humble ISD Administration Building, Board Room, Eastway Village Drive, Humble, Texas. Board Members Present: Bonnie Longnion Mike Sullivan Lynn Fields Dave Martin Dan Huberty Board Members Absent: Jim Eggers Keith Lapeze Staff Members Present: Guy Sconzo, Peggy Young, Lynn Lynn, Mark Krueger and Donna Boyd Dr. Longnion called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. BOARD ACTION AGENDA A. Adopt Order of Authorization Bond Sale Consideration of Order Authorizing the Issuance of Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2007 A motion was made by Mr. Martin to accept the Superintendent s recommendation that the Board of Trustees approve the sale of bonds and adopt the order authorizing the issuance of Humble Independent School District Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series The motion was seconded by Mrs. Fields. Following discussion, the motion passed unanimously. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m. Secretary President Note: Copies of attachments and other documentation may be requested from Peggy Young in the Superintendent s Office at Full documentation of the items considered by the Board may be viewed on the Humble ISD web site on the day following the Board meeting at

19 Consideration of Investigations in Number, Data and Space ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION Learning Considerations January 11, 2007 Investigations The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve funding for the purchase of Investigations in Number, Data and Space that will serve approximately 390 teachers representative of all HISD elementary schools for a cost of $85,988. DISTRICT PRIORITY AREA ADDRESSED Achieve Academic Excellence BACKGROUND In the summer of 2005 and 2006, approximately 300 elementary teachers participated in the Marilyn Burns/Math Solutions course. This course along with TEXTEAMS training gave teachers hands-on experiences with instructional strategies and activities that promote thinking and reasoning. It began an awareness as well as discussions of the importance of student conceptualization for true mathematical understanding. These courses have developed a core base of expert teachers prepared to pave the way for an in-depth grade specific implementation of fundamental mathematical ideas centered on Investigations in Number, Data and Space. The Investigations series is based on an extensive body of research on how students learn mathematics and has been specifically designed to scaffold learning in a progressive and purposeful way to address the increasing rigor associated with state standards. In addition, it provides content knowledge for teachers to develop their own understanding regarding mathematical connections, thinking and reasoning in order to provide exemplary math instruction. It incorporates many of the philosophies of Marilyn Burns as well as TEXTEAMS while offering a resource to strengthen teachers' learning of mathematics content; teachers' professional communities; teachers' understanding of students' mathematical thinking; and provides teachers a vehicle to build elementary students' reasoning abilities. Several campuses already have some components of the series. Teachers using the materials have communicated how it has positively changed their instructional practices as well as developed their own understanding of mathematical connections and reasoning processes. In addition, teachers have witnessed an increase in students active participation and excitement for learning. Students are also developing a deeper conceptual foundation of mathematical concepts and connectedness resulting in greater academic success. During the spring and summer 2007, participants, including instructional coaches and teachers (K-5), will receive the Investigations in Number, Data, and Space

20 Learning Considerations January 11, 2007 Investigations grade level kits as a critical component of their participation in a four-day professional development, Foundations of Math, which embeds philosophies of Marilyn Burns and TEXTEAMS. Participants will learn how to incorporate these materials into their math instruction. IMPACT OF THIS ACTION Approval of this action ensures that every student acquires a depth of understanding in fundamental mathematical ideas. Students with understanding know more than isolated facts and procedures. They know why a mathematical idea is important and the contexts in which it is useful. Furthermore, they are aware of many connections between mathematical ideas. In fact, the degree of students understanding is related to the richness and extent of the connections they have made (Kilpatrick & Swafford, 2002). Not approving this action will limit the opportunity to expand and strengthen teachers' mathematical understanding and confidence, as well as the ability to model pedagogical techniques. In addition, not approving this action will hinder the systemic change already in place, significantly impacting student s conceptual learning and enthusiasm for math and ultimately impacting student success on state accountability assessment. BUDGET INFORMATION (INCLUDING ANY STAFFING IMPLICATIONS) The $85,988 for the Investigations in Numbers, Data and Space kits will be provided by Accelerated Math Initiative (AMI) funds from the state of Texas. MONITORING AND REPORTING TIMELINE Integration of materials into quality classroom instruction will be supported by instructional coaches and monitored by campus administrators. ATTACHMENTS Cost Proposal for Investigations in Number, Data and Space (Attachment 1) RESOURCE PERSONNEL Wendy Gustafson Wendy.gustafson@humble.k12.tx.us Lynette Busceme Lynette.busceme@humble.k12.tx.us Janet Orth Janet.orth@humble.k12.tx.us

21 Investigations Attachment 1 PROPOSAL Ship to: Humble ISD Joan Grajek Scott Foresman - Texas Math Investigations 1998c Quote ISBN Description Price Qty Total Gr K Investigations Curriculum Unit Pkg $9, Gr 1 Investigations Curriculum Unit Pkg $9, Gr 2 Investigations Curriculum Unit Pkg $13, Gr 3 Investigations Curriculum Unit Pkg $16, Gr 4 Investigations Curriculum Unit Pkg $17, Gr 5 Investigations Curriculum Unit Pkg $14, subtotal $81, % Shipping and Handling $4, Total $85, Please send your Purchase order to Pearson / Scott Foresman attn: Stephanie Heady 600 Freeport Pkwy #140 Coppell, TX or FAX toll free Please call me if you have any questions x7711

22 Consideration of Establishing Bond 2008 Study Committee ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION Governance Consideration January 9, 2007 Bond 2008 Study Committee The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees establish the Bond 2008 Study Committee. DISTRICT PRIORITY AREA ADDRESSED Plan for Our Future BACKGROUND With the accelerated and rapid student growth in our district, and based on our demographer s projections which this year s enrollment has exceeded, it is clear that additional new school campuses will be needed, beyond the new campuses provided by the Bond 2005 Program. Our annual student growth rate is exceeding 6% and that is the highest growth rate ever experienced in our district. As we did with our Bond 2005 planning, we are recommending the establishment of a Community Bond 2008 Study Committee. The Board would approve and issue specific charges to the committee (attached) and follow a bond study time line (attached) as a guide for this work. Essentially, the Bond 2008 Study committee would address and answer such questions as: Is Bond 2008 intended to address needs through or beyond?. Do we build additional needed elementary schools through #28 or beyond?. How many more new elementary schools beyond #28 do we plan to purchase land for?. Do we just plan to purchase land for MS #9 or do we also plan to build it out of Bond 2008?. Do we just plan to just purchase land for HS #7 or do we also plan to build it out of Bond 2008?. Will additional land be necessary for expanding our school buses facility and parking?. How much additional funding from Bond 2008 will be needed to fund remaining Bond 2005 projects/needs?. To what extent are there renovations/additions to existing campuses and facilities needed from Bond 2008?. How many additional years of capital outlay funding will we need from Bond 2008?. How much will be needed to keep our technology efforts as current as possible?. How many additional/relocation portable classrooms, new school buses, annual facility repairs, sustaining bond projects management staff, bond issuance costs need to be included in Bond 2008?

23 Governance Consideration January 9, 2007 Bond 2008 Study Committee Membership on the Bond 2008 Study Committee would be open to any residents of Humble ISD. IMPACT OF THIS ACTION Community and staff recommendations for essential Bond 2008 projects for the Board to consider. BUDGET INFORMATION (INCLUDING ANY STAFFING IMPLICATIONS) A bond referendum will be necessary to provide funds for Bond 2008 projects. MONITORING AND REPORTING TIMELINE (attached) ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1 Bond 2008 Study Committee Attachment 2 Proposed Time Line for Bond 2008 RESOURCE PERSONNEL Guy Sconzo (281) guy.sconzo@humble.k12.tx.us

24 Bond 2008 Study Committee An all call to any residents of Humble ISD inviting participation on the Bond 2008 Study Committee will be issued through the local media. Additionally, heads of local organizations like PTAs/PTOs, Chamber, etc., as well as any individuals Trustees would want will be issued a personal invitation to be represented on the Bond 2008 Study Committee. The Bond 2008 Study Committee will be charged to Review the district s demographic study student enrollment projections through Evaluate the district s capital needs, both educational and operational through Evaluate the district s financial capacity for completing the bond 2005 projects and determine if additional funding is required. Review the district s financial debt capacity for addressing capital needs in Bond Make recommendations to the Superintendent and Board on Bond 2008 needed projects and cost estimates.

25 Proposed Time Line for Bond 2008 December January, 2006 Board discussion and consideration of Bond 2008 planning process and time lines February March, 2007 Form Bond 2008 Study Committee (issue all call and targeted invitations) April August, 2007 Bond 2008 Study Committee reviews and recommends capital needs to the Superintendent September, 2007 Superintendent receives and reviews Bond 2008 Study Committee recommendations October, 2007 Bond 2008 Study Committee recommendations and Superintendent s recommendations sent to the Board for review and discussion November, 2007 Superintendent makes Bond 2008 recommendations to the Board for action February, 2008 Board calls Bond 2008 Election May, 2008 Bond election

26 Governance Consideration January 9, 2007 GKD (LOCAL) Report on Recommended Change to Board Policy GKD (Local), Community Relations: Non school Use of School Facilities DISTRICT PRIORITY AREA ADDRESSED No applicable area BACKGROUND Inconsistencies among Board policies related to the use of school facilities for political candidate forums exist. IMPACT OF THIS ACTION By changing policy GKD (Local) as attached, policies will be consistent and the community can be served by allowing school facilities to be used for political candidate forums, so long as the stipulated conditions are met. BUDGET INFORMATION (INCLUDING ANY STAFFING IMPLICATIONS) None MONITORING AND REPORTING TIMELINE As needed review of Board policies. ATTACHMENTS Board Policy GKD (Local) with noted recommended change. RESOURCE PERSONNEL Guy Sconzo (281)

27 Humble ISD COMMUNITY RELATIONS: NONSCHOOL USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES ATTACHMENT GKD (LOCAL) SCOPE OF USE The District shall permit nonschool use of designated District facilities for educational, recreational, civic, or social activities when these activities do not conflict with school use or with this policy. Approval shall not be granted for any purpose that would damage school property or to any group that has damaged District property. Note: See the following policies for other information regarding facilities use: Use by employee professional organizations: DGA Use of facilities for school-sponsored and school-related activities: FM Use by noncurriculum-related student groups: FNAB Use by District-affiliated school-support organizations: GE NONPROFIT FUND- RAISING FOR-PROFIT USE SCHEDULING The District shall not permit nonprofit organizations not affiliated with the District to conduct fund-raising events on District property. The District shall not permit individuals or for-profit organizations to use its facilities for financial gain; however, the District shall permit private academic instruction, as well as public performances, recitals, or presentations so long as no admission fee is charged, when these activities do not conflict with school use or with this policy. The campus principal or facility administrator-in-charge may allow staff to host a vendor in the staff lounge/work room area for staff members to make personal purchases. Requests for nonschool use of District facilities shall be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. Academic and extracurricular activities sponsored by the District shall always have priority when any use is scheduled. [See FM] The campus principal shall have authority to cancel a scheduled nonschool use if an unexpected conflict arises with a District activity. APPROVAL OF The campus principal is authorized to approve use of facilities on a

28 USE EXCEPTION EMERGENCY USE REPEATED USE EXCEPTION PUBLIC FORUM NOT CREATED USE AGREEMENT school campus. The assistant superintendent for support services is authorized to approve use of all other District facilities except athletic facilities. The athletic director is authorized to approve use of District athletic facilities. No approval shall be required for nonschool-related recreational use of the District's unlocked, outdoor recreational facilities, such as the track, playgrounds, tennis courts, and the like, when the facilities are not in use by the District or for a scheduled nonschool purpose. Approval shall be required for the District's fenced athletic fields. In case of emergencies or disasters, the Superintendent or designee may authorize the use of school facilities by civil defense, health, or emergency service authorities. The District shall permit repeated use by any group or organization for nonschool purposes for no longer than three years. The limitations on repeated use by a nonschool group or organization shall not apply to any group or organization when the primary participants in the activities are school-aged children. The District has not created a public forum for speech and debate on District property. Accordingly, District buildings, parking areas, and grounds shall not be available to non-district groups for public demonstrations, rallies, or political events. District groups like the PTA and other District-affiliated school-support organizations, including organizations representing professional, paraprofessional, or support employees may conduct political candidate forums on District property, so long as all candidates for an office are invited to participate, it is open to the public, and with prior approval of the superintendent or his/her designee. Any organization or individual approved for a nonschool use of District facilities shall be required to complete a written agreement indicating receipt and understanding of this policy and any applicable administrative regulations, and acknowledging that the District is not liable for any personal injury or damages to personal property related to the nonschool use. FEES FOR USE Nonschool users shall be charged a fee for the use of designated facilities. Deleted: Accordingly, District buildings, parking areas, and grounds shall not be available to non-district groups for public demonstrations, rallies, or political events. District groups like the PTA, however, may conduct Board candidate forums on District property. The Board shall establish and publish a schedule of fees based on the cost of the physical operation of the facilities, as well as any applicable personnel costs for supervision, custodial services, food services, security, and technology services. EXCEPTIONS Fees shall not be charged when school buildings are used: 1. For public meetings sponsored by state or local governmental

29 agencies; or 2. By District employee professional organizations. [See DGA] REQUIRED CONDUCT Persons or groups using school facilities shall: 1. Conduct business in an orderly manner. 2. Abide by all laws and policies, including but not limited to those prohibiting the use, sale, or possession of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, and firearms, and the use of tobacco products on school property. [See GKA] 3. Make no alteration, temporary or permanent, to school property without prior written consent from the Superintendent. All groups using school facilities shall be responsible for the cost of repairing any damages incurred during use and shall be required to indemnify the District for the cost of any such repairs. DATE ISSUED: 10/09/2006 LDU GKD(LOCAL)-X

30 Governance Reports January 9, 2007 Calendar Report on the School Calendar for DISTRICT PRIORITY AREA ADDRESSED Planning for our Future BACKGROUND The Texas Legislature in the last special legislative session prohibited school districts from beginning school before the fourth Monday in August. This is 10 days later than Humble ISD has started school in recent years based on community preferences for holidays, etc. Seven calendar options were presented to the community. The options offered a variety of possibilities for shortening holidays and/or ending the school year later. These options were presented to the community in October and November Two of the calendar options were presented to the community to provide an opportunity for additional input. Options 1 and 6 were presented to more clearly determine community preferences. Each calendar option included: 177 student days 187 teacher work days including 10 professional development days A week long Spring Break These two options provided holidays of varying lengths for Thanksgiving and Winter Break, when the first semester would end, etc. The two calendar options will be posted on the Humble ISD web site until mid January. As of January 4, 2007, 5,682 responses had been received. Thus far, Option 1 was preferred by 38.9% of those responding. Option 6 was preferred by about 61%. The survey will close on January 22, Final results will be posted on the school district web site and provided to the Board of Trustees prior to its February meeting. A preliminary summary of responses shows that as of January 4, 2007: - 92% prefer one week for Spring Break, 8% prefer less than one week % prefer Thanksgiving Break be one week, 40.65% prefer it to be two to three days long % prefer Winter Break to be a minimum of two weeks, 41.35% prefer it to be less than two weeks % prefer longer Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks, even if it means a later school ending date; 57.45% prefer shorter Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks if it means an earlier school ending date

31 Governance Reports January 9, 2007 Calendar % prefer longer Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks, even if it means the first semester ends in mid-june; 60.4% prefer shorter Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks so that the first semester ends before Winter Break % prefer that the first semester end before Winter Break, even if it means shorter Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks; 37.65% prefer that the first semester end in mid-january, if it means longer Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks Thus far, the respondents have been: - A parent or employee/parent 56.3% - Employee without children in Humble ISD 21.2% - Student 14.5% - Community member 8% The calendar option survey was publicized through the Humble ISD web site, the Humble ISD List Serve list, campus newsletters and announcements, and area newspapers. The calendar is required to include two inclement weather make-up days. If needed, inclement weather make-up days would be added to the end of the school calendar year adopted by the Board. IMPACT OF THIS ACTION Shortened school weeks have a negative impact on student attendance. BUDGET INFORMATION (INCLUDING ANY STAFFING IMPLICATIONS) Shortened school weeks have a negative impact on student attendance. MONITORING AND REPORTING TIMELINE The calendar is expected to be adopted in January The calendar is monitored and adopted annually. ATTACHMENTS Attachment 1 Calendar Option 1 Attachment 2 Calendar Option 6 RESOURCE PERSONNEL Karen Collier karen.collier@humble.k12.tx.us

32 Days of Instruction Students Teachers 1st Semester nd Sem Total Days Semesters 1st... August 27 - Jan. 18 2nd... Jan June 10 State Mandated Testing October 16-19, 2007 February 19-22, 2008 April 7, 2008 April 22-25, 2008 May 13, 2008 June 24-25, 2008 Holidays Labor Day... Sept. 3 Thanksgiving... Nov Winter Break... Dec. 17-Jan.1 Spring Break... March Good Friday... March 21 Memorial Day... May 26 Independence Day July 4 Professional Growth/ Workdays for staff Holidays for students August October 8 October 26 January 2 January 21 April 28 June 11 Calendar Code Holiday Beginning/End Semester State-mandated testing Professional Growth Day, Student Holiday Humble Independent School District Calendar July S M Tu W Th F S October S M Tu W Th F S January 21 school days S M T W T F S days semester 1 8 days semester 2 April S M Tu W Th F S August S M Tu W Th F S November May 5 school days S M Tu W Th F S February 17 school days S M Tu W Th F S school days S M Tu W Th F S Draft 1 September S M Tu W Th F S school days December S M Tu W Th F S school days March S M Tu W Th F S school days June S M Tu W Th F S school days 21 school days 7 school days Elementary schools have 9-week grading periods. Middle schools have 6-week and semester grading periods. High schools have 6-week and semester grading periods.

33 Days of Instruction Students Teachers 1st Semester nd Sem Total Days Semesters 1st... August 27 - Dec. 21 2nd... Jan. 3 - May 29 State Mandated Testing October 16-19, 2007 February 19-22, 2008 April 7, 2008 April 22-25, 2008 May 13, 2008 July 1-2, Holidays Labor Day... Sept. 3 Thanksgiving... Nov Winter Break... Dec. 24-Jan. 1 Spring Break... March Good Friday... March 21 Memorial Day... May 26 Independence Day July 4 Professional Growth/ Workdays for staff Holidays for students August November January 2 January 21 April 28 May 30 Calendar Code Holiday Beginning/End Semester State-mandated testing Professional Growth Day, Student Holiday Humble Independent School District Calendar July S M Tu W Th F S October S M Tu W Th F S January 23 school days S M T W T F S April 20 school days S M Tu W Th F S school days August S M Tu W Th F S November May 5 school days S M Tu W Th F S February 17 school days S M Tu W Th F S school days S M Tu W Th F S school days Draft 6 September S M Tu W Th F S school days December S M Tu W Th F S school days March S M Tu W Th F S school days June S M Tu W Th F S Elementary schools have 9-week grading periods. Middle schools have 6-week and semester grading periods. High schools have 6-week and semester grading periods.