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May 17, 2007 - Regular Board Meeting STATEMENT OF MEETING GUIDELINES: Members of the public wishing to speak on any agenda item must complete a Speaker Registration Card for the Board Secretary. No speaker shall indulge in personal attacks while speaking. All comments and questions are to be addressed directly to the District School Board. Speakers will be limited to three minutes unless granted additional time by the Chair. A yellow caution light will appear on the timer when one minute remains, and a red light will appear when the time expires. At this point, the speaker should conclude his/her remarks. Requests to address the Board on subjects which are not on the agenda must be submitted in writing with explanation to the Executive Assistant to the Superintendent at least 13 days prior to the date of the meeting and will be heard under “Recognition of Members of the Public Who Have Requested to Be Placed on the Agenda.” These speakers will also be held to the three minute rule unless the Chair grants permission for additional time. It is requested that large groups name a spokesperson. The Board appreciates public interest and participation in public education. The sound on communication tools such as cell phones and pagers must be turned off while in the Board Room. No laser pointers will be used in presentations unless pre-approved. The Chair, with the consent of the Board, shall have the right to limit public debate on any agenda item. The Board Parliamentarian shall enforce the Meeting Guidelines.
CALL TO ORDER
1. Call to Order
Minutes: School Board Chair, Steven J. Donovan, called the Regular Board Meeting of the District School Board of Collier County to order at 4:18 p.m.
INVOCATION/PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
2. Invocation/Pledge To The Flag
Minutes:
REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGMAY 17, 2007 - 4:00 PM
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER5775 OSCEOLA TRAIL - NAPLES, FL 34109-0919
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The Invocation was given by Reverend Johannes L. Jacobse from St. Catherine Greek Orthodox Church. The Invocation was followed by the Pledge to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
3. Roll Call
Minutes: School Board Secretary, Diane Rustay, called roll. All Board Members were present.
STATEMENT OF MEETING GUIDELINES
4. Statement of Meeting Guidelines
Minutes:
Chair Donovan, reviewed the Statement of Meeting Guidelines for members of the public and viewing audience.
Chair Donovan recognized Mr. Chestnut and his teacher's academy group from the audience. The Academy consists of a group of students who that are pursuing a teaching career in Collier County.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
5. (ADD) Immokalee Career Center Update Attachment: ICC_051707.pdf
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker recommended the addition of this item which is under Unfinished Business/Facilities Management.
6. (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) SACS District Accreditation Report Attachment: SACSAccredRpt.pdf
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker indicated this item is under Unfinished Business/Planning/Accountability and Staff Development with additional information available electronically.
7. (ADD) NHS Student Wins Moot Court State Championship
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Minutes:
Superintendent Baker recommended the addition of this item which is under Recognitions and Resolutions for the purposes of student recognition.
8. (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) Renewal Agreement for Nursing and Athletic Training with NCH Healthcare System, Inc Attachment: NCHCONTRACT0708.pdf Attachment: ASNNCH0708.pdf Attachment: ATNCH0708B.pdf Attachment: ATNCHJD0708C.pdf
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker indicated this item is under Consent. The contract was just received and is included electronically.
9. (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) Personnel Actions 0705, including addenda Attachment: Board Packet051707A.pdf Attachment: AddendumOne051707.pdf Attachment: Addenduntwo051707.pdf
Minutes: Superintendent Baker stated this item is under Consent/Non-Instructional Staffing.
10. (DELETE) School Start-End Times for 2007 - 2008
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker recommended the deletion of this item which is under New Business/Chief Academic Officer, to provide more time for public input from the Immokalee community.
11. (ADD) High School Credits and Student Records Consultant's Contract
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker recommended the addition of this item which is under Unfinished Business/School Board Attorney. It was added for consideration as a result of Board dialog at the Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday, May 15, 2007.
APPROVAL OF CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
12. Approval of Changes to the Agenda as Presented
Minutes: A motion to accept the Changes to the Agenda as Presented was made by Mrs.
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Curatolo and seconded by Mrs. Carroll followed by a vote. There was unanimous approval to accept the changes as presented.
13. Approval of Changes to the Agenda as Amended
Minutes:
RECOGNITIONS & RESOLUTIONS
14. Hovercraft Project - Immokalee Middle School
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker indicated that students from Immokalee Middle School were working with NASA on a project regarding a Hovercraft. Superintendent Baker introduced Mr. Joe Landon, District Communication and Information Officer, who in turn introduced Mr. Duane Waber, a Math and Science specialist, who introduced the teachers and students involved in developing the Hovercraft Project. The students used a powerpoint presentation to explain how the Hovercraft was made and gave a demonstration of how it works.
A copy of the supporting material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
15. Community Involvement Recognitions Attachment: AdultVolWinner0607.pdf Attachment: SeniorVolWinner0607.pdf Attachment: YouthVolWinner0607.pdf Attachment: MrBakersAward.pdf Attachment: CBRA2007BizRecAward.pdf Attachment: GalaxyWinners200607.pdf
Motions:
A motion to approve Changes to the Agenda as Presented. - PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Pat Carroll
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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Minutes:
Mr. Joe Landon, District Communication and Information Officer, recognized the Galaxy of Stars, who are a group of people who donated more than 1500 hours each to the schools and students.
Also recognized were the District's Outstanding Volunteers of the Year:
● Ms. Maria Alvarez, Outstanding Adult Volunteer of the Year - Golden Gate Middle School ● Ms. Allen Gray, Senior Volunteer of the Year - Estates Elementary School ● Orlandi Godeen, Youth Volunteer of the Year - Oakridge Middle School
Superintendent Raymond J. Baker was recognized as the recipient of the 2006-2007 Superintendent's Award for volunteer community involvement.
Recipients of the 2007 Commissioner of Education's Business Recognition Award winners were Kraft Construction Co. and Owens Ames Kimbell were recognized for their support of the School District of Collier County.
16. Sunshine Medallion Award
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker explained Storytime, the nightly TV Read Aloud Program produced by the District's Communication and Information Office. This program was recognized by the Sunshine State School Public Relations Association with a Sunshine Medallion Award. A first place statewide award was given in the broadcast medium distrct category. Storytime gives pre-kindergarten through 5th grade students a chance to read/be read to by a special guest reader. Superintendent Baker introduced a video explaining the Storytime program.
The following were recognized for their participation:
● Mr. Joe Landon, District Communication and Information Officer ● Erin Mauser, Videoographer ● Linda Haslinger, TV Specialist ● Leanne Zinser, Communication and Information Office Specialist
The Board Members expressed their thanks to Mr. Landon and his staff.
A copy of the supporting material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
17. Resolution in Support of NSBA's Act Now to Improve NCLB Attachment: QuickReferenceGuide.pdf Attachment: ResolutionHR648.pdf Attachment: HR648.pdf
Minutes:
Chair Donovan explained the resolution supporting No Child Left Behind legislation and called for a motion to approve this legislation. Mrs. Carroll made the motion which was seconded by Mr. Calabrese. The Board unanimously voted to approve.
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18. Barron Collier High School Tennis Team Crowned State Champs
Minutes:
The Barron Collier High School State Tennis Champions were recognized during the Budget Workshop. Their coach introduced the team members. The Board Members congratulated the team members and their coach.
19. Naples High School Wins Technology Student Association State Competition
Minutes:
Mr. Joe Landon, District Communication and Information Officer, recognized the Naples High School students who won first place in the anamatronics competition. The Board Members congratulated the students for a job well done.
20. (ADD) NHS Student Wins Moot Court State Championship
Minutes:
Mr. Joe Landon, District Communications and Information Officer, recognized Russell Pierson won Moot Court State Competititon Champion. Mr. Pierson was congratulated by the Board Members.
Motions:
Staff recommends Board approval of the attached NSBA Resolution to Support H.R. 648, No Child Left Behind Improvements Act of 2007.
- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Pat Carroll
Second: Richard Calabrese
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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CONSENT AGENDA
Minutes
21. Meeting Minutes - Committee of the Whole - March 13, 2007 Attachment: Minutes_COW_031507.pdf
Minutes: Approved
22. Meeting Minutes - Joint Workshop - School Concurrency - March 20, 2007 Attachment: Minutes_JTWkshp_032007.pdf
Minutes: Approved
23. Meeting Minutes - Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - March 26, 2007 Attachment: Minutes_RookeryBay_032607.pdf
Minutes: Approved
24. Meeting Minutes - Committee of the Whole - April 17, 2007 Attachment: Minutes_COW_041707.pdf
Minutes: Approved
25. Meeting Minutes - Budget Workshop Number 2 - April 17, 2007 Attachment: Minutes_BudgetWkshp2_041707.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Executive Asst. to the Superintendent
26. Updated 2007 Board Meeting Calendar Attachment: BoardMeetingDates2007_051707.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Secondary Programs
27. Cooperative Agreements for the Provision of Exceptional Student Education Services Attachment: CaringForKidCorpAgre.pdf Attachment: EdenCorpAgreement.pdf
Minutes: Approved
28. Project Lead The Way, Inc. Annual Software Agreement Attachment: projectleadtheway.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Asst. Supt. Secondary
29. Field Trip Request - GGH Band to Washington D.C. Attachment: GGHAttachment.pdf
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Minutes: Approved
Elementary Programs
30. English Language Learner (ELL) Plan 2007-2010 Attachment: ELLPlan20072010.pdf Attachment: ELLPlanAssurances.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Student Services
31. (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) Renewal Agreement for Nursing and Athletic Training with NCH Healthcare System, Inc. Attachment: ATNCH0708B.pdf Attachment: ATNCHJD0708C.pdf Attachment: ASNNCH0708.pdf Attachment: NCHCONTRACT0708.pdf
Minutes: Approved
32. Agreement with The Florida Department of Children and Families regarding the Education of Children in Foster Care Attachment: FCAgreement.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Federal/State and Competitive Grants & Programs
33. Grant Abstract - Seminole Indian After-School Tutorial Program Attachment: SemiIndAfterSchool.pdf
Minutes: Approved
34. Grant Abstract - Title I School Improvement Initiative Attachment: TitleISchImpInit.pdf
Minutes: Approved
35. Grant Abstract - Farmworker Jobs and Education Program Amendment Attachment: FarmworkersJobEduPro.pdf
Minutes: Approved
36. Grant Abstract - Refugee Grant Attachment: Refugee.pdf
Minutes: Approved
37. Grant Abstract - Title III Supplementary Instruction for English Language Learners Attachment: TitleIIISuppEngLang.pdf
Minutes: Approved
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Real Property & Asset Management
38. Amendment to Hurricane Debris License Agreement Attachment: AmendHDLicAgree.pdf
Minutes: Approved
39. Panther Habitat Mitigation Sales Agreement - Elementary J Attachment: FLPHMSalesAgreeSchJ.pdf Attachment: FLPHMSchJ_Invoice.pdf
Minutes: Approved
40. Utility Conveyance - MCH Attachment: Conv_BillofSaleMCH.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Planning and Design
41. Professional Design Services Contract - Classroom Additions - AVE Attachment: AVE_Fawley.pdf
Minutes: Approved
42. Professional Design Services Contract - Gymnasium - NHS Attachment: NHS_Gym_Zyscovich.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Project Management
43. Guaranteed Maximum Price – Elementary School G Attachment: ad1elemG.pdf
Minutes: Approved
44. Preconstruction Phase Services - Classroom Additions - CPE Attachment: PeconaddCPE.pdf
Minutes: Approved
45. Preconstruction Phase Services - Classroom Additions - EES Attachment: PeconaddEES.pdf
Minutes: Approved
46. Preconstruction Phase Services - Elementary School L Attachment: PreconElemL.pdf
Minutes: Approved
47. Guaranteed Maximum Price Sales Tax Reduction No. 1 – Reroof – OMS Attachment: changeorderOMS.pdf
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Attachment: GmpOMSclarif.pdf
Minutes: Approved
48. Guaranteed Maximum Price Sales Tax Reduction No. 1 - Reroof - IMS Attachment: changeorderIMS.pdf Attachment: GmpIMSclarif.pdf
Minutes: Approved
49. Change Order No. 2 – HVAC Retrofit – MES and MMS Attachment: changeorderMES.pdf Attachment: hvacMESclarif.pdf
Minutes: Approved
50. Change Order No. 1 – Field and Irrigation Improvements – SLE Attachment: ChangeOrderSLE.pdf Attachment: IrrigSLECarif.pdf
Minutes: Approved
51. Guaranteed Maximum Price Sales Tax Reduction No. 2 – Elementary School M Attachment: GmptaxredelemM.pdf Attachment: elemMclarif.pdf
Minutes: Approved
52. Professional Design Contract – Reroof – BCH Attachment: ProreroofBCH.pdf
Minutes: Approved
53. Change Order No. 6 - Classroom Additions - SGE Attachment: ChangeOrderSGE.pdf Attachment: AddSGEclarf.pdf
Minutes: Approved
54. Final Completion – Skylight Replacement – ENM
Minutes: Approved
55. Final Completion – Softball Field Improvements – IHS
Minutes: Approved
56. Final Completion – Field and Irrigation Improvements – SLE
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Minutes: Approved
57. Final Completion - Classroom Additions – SGE
Minutes: Approved
58. Final Completion – HVAC Retrofit – MES and MMS
Minutes: Approved
59. Final Completion – HVAC and Roof Repairs – WIT
Minutes: Approved
60. Professional Design Contract – Chiller Replacement – IHS Attachment: ProchillerIHS.pdf
Minutes: Approved
61. Professional Design Contract – Chiller Replacement – NNM Attachment: ProchillerNNM.pdf
Minutes: Approved
62. Amendment No. 1 - Site Clearing and Buildings Demolition - Immokalee Career Center Attachment: CledemBCEclarif.pdf Attachment: ad1BEC.pdf
Minutes: Approved
63. Amendment No. 3 – Phase I, Additions and Renovations – LTE Attachment: admen3LTE.pdf Attachment: ad3LTEclarif.pdf
Minutes: Approved
64. Amendment No. 4 – Phase III, Additions and Renovations - HLE Attachment: ad4HLEclarif.pdf Attachment: admen4HLE.pdf
Minutes: Approved
65. Amendment No. 4 – Phase III, Additions and Renovations - VOE Attachment: ad4VOEclarif.pdf Attachment: admen4VOE.pdf
Minutes: Approved
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66. Guaranteed Maximum Price – Revisions to Gymnasium Concession Stand – GGH Attachment: GGHgym.pdf
Minutes: Approved
67. Retainage Reduction - Middle School EE
Minutes: Approved
68. Guaranteed Maximum Price Direct Material Purchase Adjustment - Roof Replacement and Repair - LHS Attachment: ChangOrderLHS.pdf Attachment: GmpLHSclarif.pdf
Minutes: Approved
69. Test and Balance Contract - Energy Management System Replacement - LHS Attachment: TbenergyLHS.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Security & Environmental Management
70. Interlocal Agreement with the Board of County Commissioners for Disaster Preparedness Attachment: AgreeDisPrep17MAY07.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Technology
71. District Technology Plan 2007 - 2010 Attachment: DistTechPlan_07_10.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Financial Services
72. Renewal Of Medicaid Claiming Agreement Attachment: Renew_Medicaid_Agree.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Budget
73. March 2007 Budget Amendments Attachment: Mar_FY07_Bud_Amend_N.pdf
Minutes: Approved
74. March 2007 Financial Statements Attachment: Mar_07_Fin_State_CB.pdf
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Minutes: Approved
Purchasing
75. Bid #74a-4/05R Plumbing Supplies/Districtwide (Renewal) Attachment: BID_74a405.pdf
Minutes: Approved
76. Bid #102-3/06R Random Drug Screening and Testing of Students Attachment: BID_102306.pdf
Minutes: Approved
77. Bid #168-3/07 Moving Services/Districtwide Attachment: BID_168307.pdf
Minutes: Approved
78. Bid #169-3/07 Custodial Services/Dr. MLK, Jr. Admin. Center Attachment: BID_169307.pdf
Minutes: Approved
79. Bid #170-4/07 Printer Cartridges/Districtwide Attachment: BID_170407.pdf
Minutes: Approved
80. Bid #180-4/07 Pianos/CPM, PSE, VME Attachment: BID_180407.pdf
Minutes: Approved
81. Bid #192-5/07 DVD/VCR Combo/Districtwide Attachment: BID_192507.pdf
Minutes: Approved
82. Bid #198a-3/02R Hardware Supplies (Renewal) Attachment: BID_198a302.pdf
Minutes: Approved
83. Bid #235-6/04R Maintenance Management Program (Renewal) Attachment: BID_235604R.pdf
Minutes: Approved
84. Direct Material Purchase #175-4/07 Drywall and Stucco/GGM Attachment: DMP_175407.pdf
Minutes: Approved
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85. Direct Material Purchase #181-4/07 Roofing/PCR Attachment: DMP_181407.pdf
Minutes: Approved
86. Direct Material Purchase #182-4/07 Roofing/VOE Attachment: DMP_182407.pdf
Minutes: Approved
87. Direct Material Purchase #186-4/07 Electrical/PCR Attachment: DMP_186407.pdf
Minutes: Approved
88. Direct Material Purchase #187-4/07 Roofing/HLE Attachment: DMP_187407.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Benefits
89. Express Scripts Contract Amendment: Average Wholesale Price Attachment: ESI_Pricing_Amend.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Compensation
90. Revised Job Descriptions Attachment: PayrollManager.pdf Attachment: ManagerDataSurveys.pdf Attachment: StudentServDataSpec.pdf Attachment: SupvPsychServices.pdf Attachment: CoordinatorofStaffing.pdf
Minutes: Approved
Non-Instructional Staffing
91. (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) Personnel Actions 0705, including addenda Attachment: Board_Packet_051707.pdf Attachment: AddendumOne051707.pdf Attachment: Board Packet051707A.pdf Attachment: Addenduntwo051707.pdf
Minutes: Approved
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
92. Approval of Consent Agenda as Presented
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93. Approval of Consent Agenda as Amended
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Asst. Supt. Secondary
94. Rule 06/07 Revisions to the Code of Student Conduct Rule No. 28 (Second Reading) Attachment: RULE28.pdf
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker recommended approval of the Revisions to the Code of Student Conduct Rule No. 28. A motion was made by Mrs. Curatolo with a second by Mrs. Carroll. The motion passed by a 4-1 vote. The dissenting vote was Mr. Calabrese.
Motions:
Approve Consent Agenda as presented - PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Pat Carroll
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Nay
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
Motions:
Staff recommends approval of the revisions. - PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Pat Carroll
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Nay
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
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Planning/Accountability/Staff Development
95. (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) SACS District Accreditation Report Attachment: SACSAccredRpt.pdf
Minutes:
Dr. Josepoh Abalos, Executive Director/Accountability, stated that the Collier County School District has attained accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement with a "Warned Status" due to concerns in meeting the Governance and Leadership Standard. Based on the Quality Assurance Review the District is not in full compliance with the Governance portion of the standard. We will receive an on-site follow-up visit in the 2007-2008 school year to review our progress. If the District demonstrates substantial progress in addressing the recommendations related to Governanace and Leadership, then accreditation would be fully restored. Dr. Abalos gave a powerpoint presentation on the benefits of, and the criteria used, to attain district accreditation.
Board Comments:
Mrs. Carroll stated that she is very proud of the evaluation of the schools and the administrative staff, especially Superintendent Baker. One of the District's strengths is a high degree of support and trust in the leadership of the Superintendent by staff, parents and the community.
Mrs. Curatolo commended Superintendent Baker and his staff for their superior commitment work for the betterment of the School District. However, she stated the School Board is in a state of crisis with challenges to overcome. Mrs. Curatolo recommended holding a workshop to pursue a Board development plan on how best to work together.
Mrs. Abbott stated the Board needed to be problem solvers and work together.
Mr. Calabrese indicated he was willing to work together with the Board, however, he was not willing to change his thoughts to become a team player.
Chair Donovan said he would like to have guided the District in the right direction for students and teachers. He felt there should be training set up for new Board members to make an easier asjustment when becoming a Board member.
Mrs. Curatolo made a motion to accept the SACS District Accreditation Report with a second by Mrs. Carroll. The motion was passed unanimously.
A copy of material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
Steve Donovan - Aye
Motions:
Staff recommends the Board's acceptance of the SACS District Accreditation Report.
- PASS
Vote Results
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Facilities Management
96. (ADD) Immokalee Career Center Update Attachment: ICC_051707.pdf
Minutes:
Mr. Alvah Hardy, Executive Director/Facilities Management, gave an overview and a slide presentation of the architectural design for the Immokalee Career Center which is scheduled to open in 2008. He also spoke about the security measures being taken for the safety of students and staff.
A copy of the material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
School Board Attorney
97. Board Policy BCGA, Rule 18/05 (First Reading) Attachment: BCGA_Fifth_Draft.pdf
Minutes:
Mr. Richard Withers, School Board Attorney, offered to make additional changes and/or answer questions about the text for Board Policy BCGA, Rule 18/05. Chair Donovan closed the public hearing with no Board or public comments.
98. (ADD) High School Credits and Student Records Consultant's Contract
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker stated that he, Mrs. Abbott and Mr. Withers, School Board Attorney, met with Ms. Hoadley and Ms. Wilke from Hinshaw and Culbertson, via speakerphone. Mrs. Abbott provided Board Members with a copy of Hinshaw and Culbertson's engagement letter and presented an overview of their conversation.
Mr. Withers expressed his confidence that this firm will properly handle the confidentiality and observe the legal restrictions regarding this issue.
Board Comments:
Mrs. Abbott stated that Hinshaw and Culbertson are deemed school officials acting on behalf of the School Board and the inquiry will serve a legitimate educational purpose.
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Pat Carroll
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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They will comply with any and all statutes that govern this situation including the Code of Federal Regulations. The inquiry is intended to provide information without disclosing any student names or personal data and a report will be presented to the Board in its entirety. The Board will be provided with the interpretation of course descriptions, how the District complies with State statutes and how credits are applied. There will be no changes in student grades or records. The cost will be billed monthly.
Mrs. Carroll encouraged Board Members to reconsider pursuing this investigation. She is not objecting to an investigation, however, she is concerned about the method that is being pursued. She feels it exceeds statutory grant power for the School Board and she cannot support it.
Mrs. Curatolo expressed concern about the cost for these services and recommended using a group of high school professionals and evaluate what and is currently being done and how it's done then recommend changes in the process, if necessary. For public record Mrs. Curatolo stated she cannot vote in favor of the contract because cost was not discussed and this was a concern among community members she had spoken with.
Mr. Calabrese indicated he received positive feedback from the community regarding this investigation. He was against having teachers evaluate themselves.
Mrs. Abbott then made a motion to have Hinshaw and Culbertson act in the capacity of school officials and the inquiry will serve a legitimate educational purpose.
Mr. Withers suggested the motion should state to accept the contract. Mrs Abbott agreed and the motion was seconded by Mr. Calabrese. The motion was approved by a 3-2 vote with the dissenting votes being Mrs. Carroll and Mrs. Curatolo.
A copy of the supporting material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
NEW BUSINESS
Motions:
Consider and approve contract. - PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Linda Abbott
Second: Richard Calabrese
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Nay
Kathleen Curatolo - Nay
Steve Donovan - Aye
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District Communication & Information
99. Be There - Parental Involvement Campaign
Minutes:
Mr. Joe Landon, District Communication and Information Officer, introduced Mr. David Voss, President of Voss and Associates and Be There creator. Mr. Landon then explained that Be There is a research-based multi-media campaign to get parents more involved in their children's education.
Mr. Voss, explained via computer presentation, the concept of Be There and offered the campaign without cost, to the Collier County School District. He then explained why this campaign is working and is supported in schools.
There was consensus among all Board Members to become part of the Be There campaign.
A copy of the material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
Chief Academic Officer
100. (DELETE) School Start-End Times for 2007 - 2008 Attachment: SchoolStartEndTimes.pdf
Minutes:
This item was deleted from this agenda to be brought back at the June 21, 2007 Regular Board Meeting.
Secondary Programs
Motions:
Staff recommends Board approval of the Be There campaign with implementation beginning with the 2007-08 school year.
- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Richard Calabrese
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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101. Proposed High School Center for Environmental and Marine Studies
Minutes:
Ms. Susan McNally, Executive Director of Secondary and Post Secondary Programs, gave a slide presentation regarding the proposed development of a High School Center for Environmental and Marine Studies to open in August of 2008. The targeted students are in grades 9 through 12. Ms. McNally requested Board approval to proceed with the planning for the Center for Environment and Marine Studies to be located at Lely High School. Chair Donovan called for a motion to accept this requrest. The motion was made by Mrs. Carroll and seconded by Mr. Calabrese. This motion and passed unanimously.
A copy of the supporting material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
102. Proposed High School Center for the Arts
Minutes:
Ms. Susan McNally, Executive Director of Secondary and Post Secondary Programs, gave a slide presentation on a proposal for a High School Center for the Arts [a school within a school] to be housed in Golden Gate High School due to the availability of space to accommodate this program. Budget costs would include transportation, staffing, facilities andwho would supervise the Center. Targeted enrollment would be grades 9 through 12 accommodating approximately 400 students. Proposed areas of study would include music, visual arts, dance, theatre, and television media arts. A Board discussion ensued.
Mrs. Curatolo expressed her excitement regarding this proposal.
Motions:
Staff recommends approval to proceed with the planning of the proposed Center for Environmental and Marine Studies.
- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Pat Carroll
Second: Richard Calabrese
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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Public Comments:
Two students wanted to stress to the Board the importance of the accessability and availablity of an orchestra and music program at every high school. The also felt a magnet program housed at Golden Gate High School will detract people from attending other schools.
Mr. Bill Rainey, a teacher at Palmetto Ridge High School, felt a fine arts magnet would affect the existing programs at other schools and urged the Board to vote to reject the proposed High School Center for the Arts.
Chair Donovan called for a motion to further explore the concept of a performing arts academy with input from stakeholders. The motion was made by Mrs. Curatolo with a second by Mr. Calabrese. The motion passed 4-1. The dissenting vote was Mrs. Carroll.
Chair Donovan called for a recess at 7:35 p.m. and reconvened at 8:05 p.m.
A copy of material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
Asst. Supt. Elementary
103. Uniform Dress Code for Pinecrest Elementary School Attachment: 51707uniformdresscode.pdf
Minutes:
Dr. John Kelly, Assistant Superintendent Inst. Leadership/Elementary, reported that Ms. Pamela James, Principal of Pinecrest Elementary School, surveyed the parents of her students and received overwhelming participation and support for the implementation of a uniform dress code beginning in the 2007-2008 school year. Therefore, staff recommended approval of a uniform dress code for Pinecrest Elementary School. A motion was made by Mrs. Carroll with the Board voting unanimously to approve the motion.
Motions:
Explore further the concept of Performing Arts Academy with input from various stakeholders.
- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Richard Calabrese
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Nay
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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Asst. Supt. Secondary
104. Middle School Athletics Attachment: MSAthletics.pdf
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker stated the Board has been working toward this goal for approximately three years and was proud to present Mr. Joseph Kemper, Coordinator/Student Drug Testing and Interscholastic Athletics, who gave a powerpoint presentation explaining the proposed middle school athletics program.
The goals are:
● To provide as many students as possible the opportunity to participate in healthy after school activity;
● To provide an opportunity for intermural and interscholastic competition; and ● To promote enthusiasm for and positive perception of school in middle school students.
Framework for seasons include:
● The program, in the first year, calls for three seasons of sports (girls and boys teams) - Fall (cross county and volleyball); Winter (soccer and basketball; and Spring (track and field);
● The Intermural component will be approximately four to five weeks long where all interested students will be allowed to participate supervised by coaches and staff and occur two or three nights per week after school;
● That would be followed by a five-week interscholastic component whereby school teams would be chosen;
● There would be one girls team and one boys team selected for each middle school for interscholastic competition;
● The teams will be comprised of the best 6th, 7th and 8th graders and compete against other schools with the competition being held on Saturday mornings.
● There will be no academic requirements for students to participate in the sports program, however, there will be behavorial requirements for the students.
Motions:
Staff recommends approval of this request. - PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Pat Carroll
Second:
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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Mr. Kemper requested $1 million for operating costs for intermural and interscholastic operating programs at 10 middle schools. These costs would include coaches, uniforms, official's fees for volleyball, soccer and basketball, equipment and transportation for competitions and field maintenance.
Chair Donovan called for a motion to approve the framework and budget for middle school athletics. The motion was made by Mrs. Curatolo and seconded by Mrs. Carroll. The motion passed unanimously.
A copy of the material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
Support Services
105. Recommendation to Pilot Test Synthetic Turf on a High School Football Field Attachment: Syn_Turf_History.pdf Attachment: Syn_Turf_Safety.pdf Attachment: Syn_Turf_Committee.pdf Attachment: Turf_10yr_comparison.pdf
Minutes:
Dr. Russell Clukey, Executive Director/Support Services, gave a powerpoint presentation comparing the care and maintenance of grass versus synthetic turf and outlining the benefits and costs of purchasing synthetic turf for the athletic fields at our schools. Mr. Joseph Kemper, Coordinator, Student Drug Testing/Interscholastic Athletics, using Barron Collier High School as an example, spoke about the useage of and damage to the athletic fields. Mr. Kemper, using a study done in Texas, indicated that there were less severe injuries on synthetic field turf than on natural grass. The warranty for synthetic turf is eight years while the turf typically lasts between 10 and 12 years.
Dr. Clukey recommended the installation of one synthetic turf field at Barron Collier High School because this field needs the most work at this time. He also recommended budgeting $900,000 for this project for installation and maintenance.
Motions:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed framework and budget for Middle School Athletics.
- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Pat Carroll
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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Mrs. Carroll requested Dr.Clukey compile a list of injuries when it's time for the Board to consider expanding this program.
Mrs. Curatolo made a motion to recommend a pilot test of synthetic turf at Barron Collier High School with a second by Mrs. Abbott. The Board unanimously voted to approve this motion.
A copy of the material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
RECOGNITION OF MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WHO HAVE REQUESTED TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA
106. Bradley Cornell - Collier County Audubon Society - Climate Change Attachment: ClimateChange _ EPA.pdf Attachment: ClimateCHG_Pros.pdf Attachment: ClimateLEED.pdf Attachment: ClimateProtect.pdf
Minutes:
Mr. Brad Cornell, spoke on behalf of the Collier County Audubon Society, about global climate change and what part Collier County schools can play in this change. Mr. Cornell recommended the Collier District School Board to consider committing to a clear and specific program to reduce green house gas pollution. The goal is to adopt aggressive energy efficiency and conservation measures in all District schools, new construction and require considerable increases in vehicle and bus fleet fuel efficiency. The Collier County Audubon Society strongly urged the School board to schedule an agenda item soon to update the 1981 energy conservation policy and draft an action plan to implement it.
Board Members agreed to review and consider the material provided to them.
Motions:
Staff recommends installing synthetic turf on the Barron Collier High School Football Field as a Pilot Test. This field was chosen as it was the field in need of the most renovations for 2007-2008.
- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathleen Curatolo
Second: Linda Abbott
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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A copy of the material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (At or about 5:00 pm)
107. Public Comments
Minutes:
Mr. Bill Hughes, a parent, stated that he has a pending lawsuit against the Board on behalf of his minor son as a former ESE student.
Mr. Hughes is representating Collier ESE reform, which is group of Collier County parents and special education advocates. He advised the Board that the group filed an Office of Civil Rights class discrimination complaint against the School Board in the Atlanta Regional Office as well as a second Office of Civil Rights class discrimination complaint against the Florida Department of Education and the Department of Administrative Hearings. Mr. Hughes stated that the complaints are currently being evaluated for both jurisdiction and a decision to initiate an investigation. He proceeded to explain the content of the complaints and compell the Board to conduct an executive session to evaluate the complaints and initiate an internal investigation rather than await the Office of Civil Rights' direction.
Mr. Hughes also requested the Board reschedule the Public Comments section of the Board Meeting earlier in the agenda for items not related to an agenda item.
Mr. Hughes spoke on behalf of the Cannivet family who has been subject to retaliation for being part of the class discrimination complaint with the Office of Civil Rights.
Board Discussion:
Mrs. Abbott requested an additional Executive Session to review these issues.
Mr. Donovan requested all Board Members choose a day that is convenient to meet in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing the Office of Civil Rights complaint.
Mr. Calabrese felt the Board needs to take responsibility for reviewing and moving forward on any issues and complaints so the children are taken care of.
SCHOOL BOARD CONCERNS
108. Richard Calabrese - No Tolerance Policy
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Minutes:
Mr. Calabrese expressed his concern that students and parents should have a vehicle to contact if they feel the student has been treated unfairly. He felt a student should be given community service or another type of punishment as opposed to being suspended or expelled. A Board Member discussion ensued.
Mr. Calabrese asked Mr. Richard Withers, School Board Attorney, to read a prepared statement in response to Superintendent Baker's final comments at the end of the Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday, May 15, 2007.
A copy of the supporting material[s] is on file in the School Board Office.
REPORT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY
109. Report of the School Board Attorney
Minutes:
Mr. Richard Withers, School Board Attorney, reported the following:
● Regarding the expulsion hearing for Nicholas Sofos' from Naples High School, the hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. Mr. Withers' recommendation to the Board is not to speak with anyone regarding the facts of the case, the disposition of it or respond to any correspondence regarding this case until the hearing is over.
● Regarding the class action Office of Civil Rights complaint, Mr. Withers stated there is a formalized process in dealing with such complaints and the District is required to respond in a certain way. He will address expenditures and strategy in Executive Session.
COMMENTS AND CORRESPONDENCE OF THE BOARD
110. Comments and Correspondence of the Board
Minutes:
Chair Donovan handed out a policy regarding School Board governance and operations and the creation of committees. Mr. Donovan asked the Board Members for input at to what types of committees they would like to see formed.
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Mrs. Abbott requested moving up the time for taking public comments, making it more suitable to members of the public.
REPORTS AND CORRESPONDENCE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
111. Reports and Correspondence of the Superintendent
Minutes:
Superintendent Baker reported as follows:
● In response to the letter from Board Member Calabrese. Mr. Baker asked the Board to consider the SAC's recommendation and the report card concerning the performance of the Superintendent and staff in terms of what is done to accomplish the goals of the Board. He also asked the Board to intercede and stop the attacks and the campaign to discredit him.
Mr. Baker recognized the following award winners:
● Naples High School teacher Katie Ross, as 2006-2007 Walmart Teacher of the Year ● Yolanda Butron, an employee of Immokalee High School is recognized as the
National Migrant sport person of the year. ● The Scholars Club recognized he following Principals as Principals of the Year for
Collier County: Chuck Frontz, Laurel Oaks; Mary Murray, Golden Gate Middle School; and Manny Touron, Immokalee High School.
● Also congratulations to the Collier County Public Schools Social Studies Teachers of the Year
ADJOURNMENT
112. Adjournment
Minutes: School Board Chair, Steve Donovan, adjourned the Regular Board Meeting at 11:15 p.m.
Motions:
Motion to adjourn meeting - PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Pat Carroll
Second: Linda Abbott
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MEETING INFORMATION
113. Meeting Information Attachment: MtgInfo_end.pdf
Minutes:
Linda Abbott - Aye
Richard Calabrese - Aye
Pat Carroll - Aye
Kathleen Curatolo - Aye
Steve Donovan - Aye
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