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10-03-2006 |
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DATE, TIME, PLACE OF MEETING
The Calcasieu Parish School Board met in the Conference Room of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, located at 1732 Kirkman Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Tuesday, October 3, 2006, at 4:45 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Ed Stephens, President. The prayer was led by James Karr, Sr.; Joe Andrepont led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called and the following members were present: Joe A. Andrepont, Clara F. Duhon, Jay L. Duhon, Mary Kaye Eason, Rev. J.L. Franklin, Bryan LaRocque, Sheral A. LaVergne, James W. Pitre, Dr. Edward Stephens, Dale B. Bernard, Billy Breaux, James Karr, Sr., Greg Robert, and R.L. Webb.
John Falgout was absent.
MINUTES APPROVED
On a motion by Joe Andrepont, seconded by R.L. Webb and unanimously carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of September 5, 2006 were approved as presented.
PRESENTATIONS
Relay for Life – American Cancer Society
Lindsay Ardoin, representing the American Cancer Society, presented certificates for participation in the Relay for Life event.
DeQuincy High School raised $636.00. Team captains were Regina Davenport and Rosalind Lecompte. Assistant Principal Denise Doyle accepted the award.
DeQuincy Middle School raised $2,071.41. Team captain was Misty Whitman. Misty Whitman and Principal Craig Neal accepted the award.
DeQuincy Elementary School raised $1,246.00. Team captain was Bridget Craft. Bridget Craft and Principal Cynthia Creel accepted the award.
Prien Lake Elementary School Running Club raised $2,424.27. Team captain was Paula Bruchhaus. Paula Bruchhaus accepted the award.
The following schools were noted as having fundraisers and donating money to the event:
Nelson Elementary School, $224.75, represented by Principal Jackie Smith. Barbe High School Student Council, $789.00, represented by Student Council Sponsor Sandy Hill. Sulphur High School, $791.00, (no representative.)
Nationally Certified Speech-Language Pathologists/Audiologists
Annie Mouton, CPSB Speech Supervisor, recognized the Nationally Certified Speech-Language Pathologists in the Calcasieu Parish School System.
Tiffany Arrant Christe Pettis Susan Caldwell Peggy Pryor Holly Gaudet Jennifer Rideau Jodie Champagne Kris Simon Cammie Goodeaux Susan Stelly Cheri Hubbard Tina Stills Nicole Jackson Deborah Stratton Michelle Kramer Nicole Turner Laura Neely Erica Zaunbrecher Kathi Doherty-Ogea Margaret Ruth Cleland Dina Peters Betty Schrepfer
Nationally Certified Audiologists
Karen Leslie Serna Lorraine Cox
Mr. Wayne Savoy, Superintendent, reported that the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is the professional and scientific credentialing association for speech-language pathologists and audiologists in the United States and internationally.
As of January 1, 2005, individuals who possess an earned graduated degree and 400 clinical practicum hours may apply for certification by completing a clinical fellowship. This fellowship consists of 36 weeks of full-time practice under the mentorship of an individual holding ASHA certification in speech-language pathology.
In addition to the fellowship year, the Praxis examination in Speech-Language Pathology must be successfully completed.
An audiologist must complete 375 practicum hours, the clinical fellowship year of 36 weeks, and successfully complete the Praxis examination in Audiology. The individual must have already earned a graduate degree.
Once national certification has been granted, individuals must comply with the certification maintenance requirement.
Louisiana Department of Education video
Charlene Chiasson (Public Information Officer) and Tony McCardle (Quality Mentor) presented a Louisiana Department of Education video. One of the segments highlighted a former graduate of Sam Houston High School, David Filo, one of the founders of Yahoo. Mrs. Chiasson introduced the teacher that influenced David at Sam Houston High School, Mrs. Suanne Jacobs (with her husband, Bob) and David’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry (Carol) Filo.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no committee reports.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
Westlake High School Band trip to Orlando, Florida
On a motion by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by Mr. Breaux and carried, the Westlake High School Band trip to Orlando, Florida was approved.
Lake Charles-Boston High School French Program trip to Paris, France
On a motion by Mrs. Duhon, seconded by Rev. Franklin and carried, the French Program group trip to Paris, France was approved.
BID REPORTS
New Elevator for J.I. Watson Middle School
New Elevator for J.I. Watson Middle School, General Funds, Bid Number 2007-02PC, bids were received from the following vendors:
Bessette Development Corporation $244,000.00 Miller & Associates Development Co., Inc. $198,000.00
The Committee recommended awarding of the contract to Miller & Associates Development Co., Inc., as the lowest qualified bidder meeting specifications. On a motion to accept by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
Vinton Elementary School Improvements
Vinton Elementary School, Phase I Improvements, District #26 Bond Funds, Bid Number 2007-03PC, bids were received from the following vendors:
Bessette Development Corporation Base: $1,460,000.00 Alt.#1 $154,900.00. Alt.#2 $154,000.00 Alt.#3 $251,000.00 John D. Myers & Associates Base: $1,459,000.00 Alt#1 $124,000.00 Alt#2 $155,000.00 Alt#3 $264,000.00 Priola Construction Corporation Base: $1,432,000.00 Alt#1 $153,000.00 Alt#2 $143,000.00 Alt#3 $259,000.00
Alternate #1 includes all material and labor required to complete the parking areas. Alternate #2 includes all material and labor required to complete the front entry canopy. Alternate #3 includes all material and labor required to complete the exterior renovations to the existing Pod Building.
The Committee recommended awarding of the contract to Priola Construction Corporation, as the lowest qualified bidder meeting specifications. On a motion to accept by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Karr, the motion carried.
Room Air Conditioners
Room Air Conditioners, Maintenance Department, General Funds, Bid Number 2007-11, bids were received from the following vendors:
Acme Refrigeration $98,067.75
The Committee recommended awarding of the contract to Acme Refrigeration, as the lowest qualified bidder meeting specifications. On a motion to accept by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Karr, the motion carried.
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
Relocation of School Board Facilities, Phase I-C
On a motion to advertise by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Webb, the motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
A. Recommendation of Acceptance, Project Number MA0409B, for the Project “Sam Houston High School Re-Roofing of Main Building,” Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Moss Architects, Inc., Designer; American Contracting USA, Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. LaRocque and seconded by Mr. Webb, the motion carried. B. Recommendation of Acceptance, Project Number MA0602, for the Project “M.J. Kaufman Elementary School Re-Roofing of Main Building,” Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Moss Architects, Inc., Designer; American Contracting USA, Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Robert, the motion carried. C. Recommendation of Acceptance, Project Number EA 2006-7, for the Project “2006 Emergency Roof Repairs, Sulphur High School Gymnasium,” Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Ellender Architects & Associates, LLC, Designer; American Contracting USA, Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried. D. Recommendation of Acceptance, Project Number 0603-1A, for the Project “Relocation of CPSB Facilities, Phase 1-A,” Warehouse Department, Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, APAC, Designer; Picheloup Construction, Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried. E. Recommendation of Acceptance, Project Number EA 2006-7, for the Project “2006 Emergency Roof Repairs, Washington-Marion High School,” Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Ellender Architects & Associates, LLC, Designer; Daughdrill General Contracting and Roofing Company, Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mrs. LaVergne and seconded by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried. F. Change Order Number One (1), for the Project “CPSB Relocation Phase 1-B,” Transportation Department, Hurricane Rita Repair Funds, Project Number 0603-1B; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, APAC, Architect; Priola Construction Corporation, Contractor; Increase of $38,742.26 and Increase of thirty nine (39) days. On a motion to accept by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried. G. Change Order Number Twelve (12), for the Project “Campus Renovations to Alfred M. Barbe High School,” District 34 Bond Funds, Project Number 200211; C.Gayle Zembower, Architect, Inc., Designer; Alfred Palma, Inc., Contractor; Increase of $10,627.00. On a motion to accept by Mr. Pitre and seconded by Mr. Bernard, the motion carried.
H. Recommendation of Acceptance, Project Number 200211, for the Project “Campus Renovations to Alfred M. Barbe High School,” District 34 Bond Funds; C. Gayle Zembower, Architect, Inc., Designer; Alfred Palma, Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mrs. Eason and seconded by Mr. Robert, the motion carried. I. Recommendation of Acceptance, Project Number 200605, for the Project “Relighting Stadiums for Calcasieu Parish Schools: DeQuincy, LaGrange, Lake Charles-Boston, Sulphur, and Vinton High Schools,” Hurricane Rita Repair Funds: C. Gayle Zembower, Architect, Inc., Designer; Dollar Electric, Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Suggested Board Dates Tuesday, November 14, 2006, 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, December 5, 2006, 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2007, 4:45 p.m.
On a motion to accept by Mr. Andrepont and seconded by Mr. Duhon, the motion carried.
Grant Award Notification 2006-2007
Mr. Savoy gave a report to the Board regarding the following grant awards: l. Calcasieu Advanced Placement Incentive Program 2. Title I School Improvement 3. Title I School Improvement Supplement 4. LA 4/Starting Points 5. HeadStart 6. LINCS – Learning – Intensive Networking Communities for Success 7. Local Teacher Quality Funds 8. K-3 Reading/Math Initiative 9. Education Excellence Fund 10. Student Enhancement Program 11. Louisiana FIRST Online Teacher Induction Partnership 12. 21st Century Community Learning Center 13. USDA Team Nutrition Training Grant Family and Nutrition Night 14. Hurricane Relief Education for Homeless Children and Youth 15. Comprehensive School Reform Program (CSRP) 16. Louisiana Teacher Advancement Program
These grant awards total $12,409,501 for the school year 2006-2007. Calcasieu Advanced Placement Program grants total $514,077.50 for the school year 2007-2008 and $299,496.81 for the school year 2008-2009. Mr. Savoy told the Board that Mrs. Rhona Wiley-Williams, a special education teacher at Brentwood Elementary School, has been selected to receive a Teaching Tolerance Grant in the sum of $1,625.00.
Mr. Savoy reported that the CPSB Warehouse Department was moved into the old Sam’s building in September. There are six offices and a break room, along with three large fenced bays with storage racks. For the CPSB Transportation Department, the slab for the bus garage is complete and the steel for the bus garage has been delivered. The building should be closed in within one month and move- in is scheduled by the Christmas holidays. A master plan is being developed for the second floor and Board Room.
CONDOLENCES/RECOGNITIONS
Mr. Bernard asked that a letter be sent to Billy Navarre, to thank him for his continued support of teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week and also putting the Honor Roll/Banner Roll students in the paper each six weeks.
Mr. Duhon asked that a letter of condolence be sent to the family of Mrs. Calvin Vallette, a former bus driver. He also introduced Chad Guidry, as a Board member elect.
Mr. Breaux asked that a letter of recognition be sent to Betty Hanchey.
Mr. Pitre asked that a letter of condolence be sent to Kirby and Jennifer Bruchhaus.
Mr. Andrepont wished a Happy Birthday to Mr. Karr (70th birthday) and to Mr. Duhon (65th birthday.)
Dr. Stephens recognized Randy Burleigh, a Board member elect.
Mrs. Duhon recognized Mack Dellafosse, a Board member elect.
Mr. Robert recognized Annette Ballard, a Board member elect.
Dr. Stephens recognized Bill Jongbloed, a Board member elect.
COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEMS
Administration and Personnel Committee
Mr. Webb asked that the common zone be discussed at the next A&P Committee meeting.
Curriculum and Instruction Committee
Reverend Franklin asked for an update on parents accessing classrooms online and information on the GPA requirements for athletes at the next C&I Committee meeting.
Mr. Breaux asked that the forming of a three tier committee be discussed at the next C&I Committee meeting, to get to the core basics of teaching. Mr. Savoy replied that it will be discussed in-house and then brought before the committee.
Budget Committee
Mr. Bernard asked that band uniforms and increased pay for substitute teachers be discussed at the next Budget Committee.
Mr. Andrepont asked that staff discuss a salary increase for high school principals.
SCHEDULE STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Employee Benefits Committee, Thursday, October 5, 2006, 4:45 p.m. Budget Committee - Thursday, October 12, 2006, 4:45 p.m. Curriculum & Instruction – Thursday, November 9, 2006 4:45 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
On a motion by Mr. Duhon, seconded by Mr. Webb, the Board went into Executive Session at 5:46 p.m. to discuss personnel matters. The Board resumed Regular Session at 6:35 p.m.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
Personnel
Mr. Savoy requested a motion supporting the recommendations as listed in the personnel packet. On a motion by Mr. Robert, seconded by Mr. Karr, the motion carried.
A motion was made by Mr. LaRocque, seconded by Mr. Breaux, to settle the Worker’s Compensation claim # 004WCM03. The motion carried.
Mr. Savoy asked for a motion supporting the recommendation to advertise for an Assistant Principal at Dolby Elementary School. On a motion by Mr. Bernard, seconded by Mr. Robert, the motion carried.
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