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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 9, 2007 at 4:45 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Bryan LaRocque, President. The prayer was led by Mack Dellafosse; the pledge was led by James Karr.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called and the following members were present: Joe Andrepont, Annette Ballard, Dale Bernard, Billy Breaux, Randy Burleigh, Mack Dellafosse, Clara Duhon, Chad Guidry, Fred Hardy, Bill Jongbloed, James Karr, Bryan Larocque, Jimmy Pitre, Elray Victorian, and R.L. Webb.
MINUTES APPROVED
On a motion by Mr. Andrepont and seconded by Mr. Karr, the Minutes of September 4, 2007 were approved. The Supplemental Agenda was approved as part of the regular agenda on a motion by Mr. Dellafosse and seconded by Mr. Burleigh.
PRESENTATIONS
American Cancer Society/ Relay for Life
Lindsay Ardoin, representing the American Cancer Society, was introduced by Wayne Savoy, Superintendent. She reported that the following schools had teams that participated in the Relay for Life and the amount of money that they raised with fundraisers and events.
DeQuincy High School, Principal, Craig Neal; Sponsor, Regina Davenport $906.85 DeQuincy Middle School, Principal, Billy Kellogg; Sponsor, Misty Whitman $2,260.76 Prien Lake Elementary School Running Club, Principal, Irene Greathouse; Sponsor, Paula Bruchhaus $2,670.60 S. J. Welsh Beta Club, Principal, Buzz Sarver; Sponsor, Mitzi Fontenot $1,320.00 S. P. Arnett Middle School, Principal, Vance Richmond $814.22 Maplewood Middle School, Principal, Margaret Goode $2,246.14 Westlake High School Beta Club, Principal, Steve Powers; Sponsor, Robbie Guillory $1,360.00 Vinton Elementary School, Principal, Molly Beard $703.12 Vinton High School, Principal, Mitch Manuel; Sponsor, Lisa Foster, Host School for Relay for Life Vincent Settlement Elementary School, Principal, Jean Hernandez; Sponsors Tracey Churchman and Trudy Mays $524.50
4-H Presentation
Nancy Cronan, an Extension Agent for 4-H, Calcasieu Parish, was introduced by Mr. Savoy. She gave a report to the Board, highlighting new programs being implemented on the parish level. She said that this year there are fifty-eight organized 4-H clubs in Calcasieu Parish, with ninety-eight organizational leaders. Other presenters were Claire Galley, a 4-H student at Sulphur High School and parish Junior Leader Vice-President; also Helen Page, a 4-H Extension Agent.
Iowa High School Baseball Team/2006-2007 Class 3A State Champions
David Buller, Administrative Director of High Schools, introduced Mike Oakley, Principal of Iowa High School. Mr. Buller presented the players and coaches of the 2006-2007 3A Boys’ State Baseball Championship team.
Iowa Yellow Jacket Team John Bult Kevin Niswander Alex Barbee Nick Abshire Trent Landry Corey Theriot Kelsey Richard Scott Ingold Sean Bourque Ben Hennigan Jared Menard Seth Granger Austin O’Brien Ian Harson Logan Chapman Kent Fontenot Cody Bourque Thad Bourque Leighton Garrett Elliot Manor Tanner Arabie Bobby Bush Dominque Saner Madison Lachney A.J. LeBlanc Kip Fawvor Chance Curlee Dylan Armentor Shane Deshotel Head Coach: Sean Richard Assistant Coaches: Johnny Granger, Cason Robison, Rick Whittington Stats: Jordan Willis Manager: Clay Leger Bat Boys: Quince Landry, Trentyn Richard, Brad Whittington, Garren Richard
Mr. Savoy introduced two guests attending the Board meeting. Dr. James Patton, Professor at William and Mary, our consultant for Disproportionality and Dr. Bruce Bracken, also a Professor at William and Mary.
PERSONNEL PACKET/EXECUTIVE SESSION
On a motion by Mr. Andrepont and seconded by Mr. Webb, the Board adjourned into Executive Session at 5:20 p.m. The Board returned for the Regular Session at 5:50 p.m.
ADDENDUM:
Mr. Gary Anderson, Assistant Superintendent of Administration and Personnel, requested a motion supporting the recommendations as listed in the personnel packet. On a motion by Mr. Karr and seconded by Mr. Victorian, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson requested a motion supporting the recommendation of Shannon LaFargue as Assistant Principal of Barbe High School. On a motion by Mr. Jongbloed and seconded by Mrs. Ballard, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson requested a motion supporting the recommendation of Randy Yellott as Assistant Principal of Barbe High School. On a motion by Mr. Jongbloed and seconded by Mrs. Ballard, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson requested a motion supporting the recommendation of Tama Ray as Assistant Principal J. I. Watson Middle School. On a motion by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson requested a motion supporting the recommendation of Pam Spears as Assistant Principal of Gillis Elementary School. On a motion by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mr. Karr, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson requested a motion supporting the recommendation of Stacie Reed as Acting Assistant Principal of J. I. Watson Middle School. On a motion by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mr. Hardy, the motion carried. Nay votes were Mr. Victorian, Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Dellafosse, Mr. Hardy, Mr. Guidry, and Mr. Burleigh. Mr. Andrepont said he was voting against the procedure, not the person.
Mr. Victorian questioned that the position was not advertised and that people might have applied for the position if it had been advertised and that he had a problem with that.
Mr. Anderson said that the top two applicants for the permanent position at J. I. Watson were Tama Ray and Stacie Reed. Tama Ray was recommended for the permanent position and Stacie Reed was recommended for the Acting Position.
Mr. Victorian said he could not support this because it should have been opened up like every position and he did not feel like this was fair.
Mr. Andrepont and Mr. Hardy both spoke saying that they had concerns with this. Mr. Dellafosse asked if we had a policy regarding the advertising for all positions.
Mr. Savoy said that this was acceptable by the Office of Civil Rights, provided that we do not make it a continuous habit. He said there has to be some type of rationale, and the reason it was done this way was because school had started and we needed someone in that place now and Stacie Reed was taken from her position as Curriculum Coordinator at J. I. Watson Middle and named as Acting Assistant Principal, so that the operations of the school could continue.
He said the disadvantage is that there could be an advantage for an individual in this situation, when at a later date the position is advertised and they have been working in that position. Mr. Burleigh said that if it does not cause a disruption in the school, he does not see why we would not advertise for the position. He said it definitely gives the person in the acting position a step up over anyone else when the position is finally advertised.
Mr. Webb said the principal has input into anyone getting the assistant principal position, so if the person in the acting position is not doing a good job, they would not be assured of getting the same job when advertised. He said he does not see anything wrong with naming someone in an acting position.
Mr. Victorian said that we ought to advertise every chance we get, because he knows there have been problems in the past. He said all employees ought to have a fair shot at interviewing and going through the process and this is not an emergency situation.
Mr. Jongbloed said that this has been being done for many years and after this particular situation, he could support a change in how it will be handled. He feels that if it is changed now, it is not fair to the person being named now.
Mr. Anderson said that he believes no one is talking about Stacie Reed’s inability at all, just a procedural change.
Mr. Hardy said that he is concerned with how the public perceives the School Board and that he wants to be perceived as acting with integrity and that he feels this is a Christian thing to do.
Mr. Karr replied this is not a unique situation and the Board always has the privilege of accepting or rejecting any staff recommendation and that he does not agree that this is adverse to being in a Christian position.
Mr. Bernard said that Stacie Reed’s father is a retired Principal and that he feels that if she can be even half of the administrator that her father was, she will be a good choice.
Mr. Victorian said he hopes that no one is brought before the Board again without the position being advertised.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Committee Reports.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
Sulphur High School/Chorus Trip to Houston, Texas/Grand Opera
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and seconded by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
Moss Bluff Middle School/Band Trip to San Antonio, Texas/Heritage Festival
On a motion to approve by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
Joint Services Agreement/Juvenile Truancy/Calcasieu Parish School Board/Calcasieu Parish Police Jury
SEQ CHAPTER \h \r 1STATE OF LOUISIANA JOINT SERVICES AGREEMENT PARISH OF CALCASIEU
BE IT KNOWN, that before the undersigned Notaries Public, duly commissioned and qualified in and for their respective localities as hereinafter stated, on the dates hereinafter set forth, and in the presence of the competent witnesses hereinafter named and undersigned. PERSONALLY CAME AND APPEARED: CALCASIEU PARISH SCHOOL BOARD (the “School Board”), the governing authority of the Parish of Calcasieu for public school purposes and a political subdivision of the State of Louisiana within the meaning of Article 6, Section 44 of the 1974 Louisiana Constitution, herein represented by the President of said School Board, duly authorized.
CALCASIEU PARISH POLICE JURY (the “Police Jury”), the governing authority of Calcasieu Parish Louisiana, through its Office of Juvenile Justice Services, herein represented by the President, duly authorized,
Each of whom being duly sworn, did acknowledge and agree that
Section 1. AUTHORITY.
This Agreement is entered into by the parties under the authority of the Constitution and laws of the State of Louisiana, including but not limited to Article 6, Section 20 and Article 7, Section 14 of the 1974 Louisiana Constitution, and the Local Services Law of the State of Louisiana (R.S. 33:1321, et seq). The School Board and the Police Jury hereby find and declare that they are each authorized by general and special laws to perform the activities herein contemplated and to exercise all powers that may be necessary for completion of the undertaking herein described: determining the possible causes of truancy and developing a case management or individualized service plan which includes both the truant student and his/her parent/guardian. Section 2. JOINT SERVICE EFFORT. The School Board and the Police Jury hereby agree to work together toward the goal of reducing truancy in Calcasieu Parish, as set out in the Truancy Assessment and Services Plan and Assurances. Section 3. SCHOOL BOARD CONTRIBUTION The School Board agrees to assign both an educational counselor and a Child Welfare and Attendance clerk to work with the TASC Program. Section 4. POLICE JURY CONTRIBUTION The Police Jury - through its Office of Juvenile Justice Services - agrees to reimburse the School Board for the salary and associated benefits of the educational specialist and the Child
Welfare and Attendance clerk at the rate established by the School Board. Section 5. FUNDING The Police Jury shall pay the salaries set out in section 4 with funds allocated through the TASC Program. If funds are not available to be allocated by Louisiana State University for the TASC Program it is understood that the contribution set out in section 4 cannot and will not be made. Section 6. TERM The term of this Joint Services Agreement shall run through June 30, 2008. Section 7 AMENDMENTS The parties hereto may amend this Joint Services Agreement at any time by mutual consent, to modify, clarify, add or remove any term or provision. No change or amendment shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by duly authorize representatives of both parties hereto. Section 8. INVALIDITY If any provision, item, application, or part of this Agreement is held invalid, such invalidity shall not effect other provisions, items, applications, or parts of this Agreement which can be given effect without the invalid provision, item, application, or part, and to this end the provisions of this Agreement are hereby declared to be severable. THUS DONE AND PASSED in duplicate original at Lake Charles, Louisiana, in the presence of the undersigned competent witnesses, and me, Notary, on the 9th day of October 9, 2007. WITNESSES: CALCASIEU PARISH POLICE JURY OFFICE OF JUVENILE JUSTICE SERVICES BY: CHRIS E. LANDRY, PRESIDENT ____________________________________________________ NOTARY PUBLIC THUS DONE AND PASSED in duplicate original at Lake Charles, Louisiana, in the presence of the undersigned competent witnesses, and me, Notary, on the 9th day of October 9, 2007. WITNESSES: CALCASIEU PARISH SCHOOL BOARD BY: BRYAN LAROCQUE, PRESIDENT
__________________________________________ NOTARY PUBLIC
On a motion to approve by Mr. Victorian and seconded by Mr. Karr, the motion carried.
BID REPORTS
Phase II, Sam Houston High School, Classroom and Science Addition, Sales Tax District #3, Bid Number 2007-11PC; Moss Architects, Inc., Designer. On a motion by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mr. Bernard, the motion carried.
Electronic Sign & Equipment/Sulphur High School
OCTOBER 1, 2007
BID FOR ELECTRONIC SIGNS & EQUIPMENT FOR THE CALCASIEU PARISH SCHOOL BOARD.
BID NUMBER 2008-12, WAS OPENED OCTOBER 1, 2007 AT 9:00 A.M.
BIDS WERE RECEIVED FROM THE FOLLOWING VENDORS:
THE SIGN PLACE NO BID RETURNED THOMAS SWAN NO BID RETURNED NEW CENTURY SIGN NO BID RETURNED ADAMS SIGNS NO BID RETURNED SEIZ SIGNS COMPANY NO BID RETURNED NATIONAL LED SIGN COMPANY $31,568.85 CENTRAL STAMP & SIGN CO. NO BID RETURNED ACME SIGNS NO BID RETURNED SPECIALTY SIGN & STAMP NO BID RETURNED ADSLED, INC. NO BID RETURNED THE STAFF RECOMMENDS ACCEPTING THE LOW BID FOR EACH ITEM MEETING SPECIFICATIONS.
IF ACCEPTED, TOTALS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS: VENDOR NAME BID PRICE
NATIONAL LED SIGN COMPANY, INC 31,568.85
THE STAFF RECOMMENDS ACCEPTING THE LOW BID MEETING SPECIFICATIONS FROM NATIONAL LED SIGN COMPANY, INC. FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $31,568.85.
On a motion to accept by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Victorian, the motion carried.
Bulk Engine Oil/Maintenance Department
SEPTEMBER 27, 2007
BID FOR BULK ENGINE OIL FOR THE MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT OF THE CALCASIEU PARISH SCHOOL BOARD.
BID NUMBER 2008-09, WAS OPENED SEPTEMBER 27, 2007 AT 9:00 A.M.
BIDS WERE RECEIVED FROM THE FOLLOWING VENDORS:
AARON OIL COMPANY, INC NO BID RETURNED BAXTER OIL COMPANY, INC NO BID RETURNED DAIGLE PETROLEUM SALES NO BID RETURNED KHAN PETROLEUM NO BID RETURNED L&L OIL & GAS SERVICES, LLC NO BID RETURNED UNITED FUELS AND LUBRICANTS, LLC $5.61/GAL for 15W40 294.80/55 BBL
THE STAFF RECOMMENDS ACCEPTING THE LOW BID FOR EACH ITEM MEETING SPECIFICATIONS.
IF ACCEPTED, TOTALS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS: VENDOR NAME BID PRICE
UNITED FUELS AND LUBRICANTS $5.61/GAL FOR 15W40 AND 294.80/55 BBL
THE STAFF RECOMMENDS ACCEPTING THE LOW BID MEETING SPECIFICATIONS FROM UNITED FUELS AND LUBRICANTS FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $5.61/GAL – 15W40; AND $294.80/55 BBL.
On a motion to accept by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Victorian, the motion carried. Mr. Burleigh and Mr. Dellafosse asked that Mr. Bruchhaus, Chief Financial Officer, research why we are receiving so few bids and to see if we can get feedback on that.
New Running Track for Bell City High School, District #28, Bond Funds, Bid Number 2007-10PC. On a motion to accept by Mr. Webb and seconded by Mr. Bernard, the motion carried.
Tires for Transportation & Maintenance Department, Bid #2008-14
Bid for Tires for Transportation & Maintenance Departments
BID # 2008-14 WAS OPENED ON OCTOBER 8, 2007 AT 9:00 A.M.
THE FOLLOWING BIDS WERE RECEIVED FROM THE FOLLOWING VENDORS THAT WERE MAILED BID PACKETS:
SOUTHERN TIRE MART
THE STAFF RECOMMENDS ACCEPTING THE LOW BID MEETING SPECIFICATIONS
IF ACCEPTED, THE TOTAL WILL BE AS FOLLOWS: VENDOR NAME BID PRICE
Southern Tire Mart – Sulphur $189,036.40 Pumpelly Tire Center- Lake Charles No Bid Submitted Manuel Tire Co. - Eunice No Bid Submitted Service Tire & Auto- Moss Bluff No Bid Submitted Alpha Tire & Service- Lake Charles No Bid Submitted
THE STAFF RECOMMENDS ACCEPTING THE LOW BID FROM THE FOLLOWING: Southern Tire Mart – Sulphur, Louisiana FOR A TOTAL OF $189,036.40
On a motion to accept by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Victorian, the motion carried.
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
(None)
CORRESPONDENCE
Change Order Number Three (3), “CPSB-Phase 1-C,” Project # 0603-1C, Hurricane Rita Repair Funds, Lewing Construction Co., Inc., Contractor; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, Architect; Increase of $2668.00. On a motion to accept by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Victorian, the motion carried.
Recommendation of Acceptance, Project #0603-1-C, “Relocation of Calcasieu Parish School Board Facilities – Phase 1-C,” Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA APAC, Designer; Lewing Construction, Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Victorian, the motion carried.
Change Order Number Five (5), “Classroom Pods Phase VI,” Bid # 2007-06PC, Riverboat Funds, Project # FILE NO. 2809957, Miller and Associates Development Company, Inc., Contractor; C.R. Fugatt, AIA, Designer; Increase of $6,780.00. On a motion to accept by Mr. Karr and seconded by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
Beneficial Occupancy, Project “Phase VI – Classroom Pods for the Calcasieu Parish School Board,” Bell City; Riverboat Funds, Bid # 2007-06PC; C.R. Fugatt, AIA, Architect; Miller and Associates Co., Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Dellafosse and seconded by Mr. Jongbloed, the motion carried.
Beneficial Occupancy, Project “Phase VI – Classroom Pods for the Calcasieu Parish School Board,” St. John Elementary; Riverboat Funds, Bid #2007-06PC; C.R. Fugatt, AIA, Architect; Miller and Associates Co., Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Dellafosse and seconded by Mr. Jongbloed, the motion carried.
Beneficial Occupancy, Project “Relocation of Calcasieu Parish School Board Facilities – Phase I-C, 2 Story Transportation Office Addition,” Hurricane Rita Repair Funds; Project 0603-IC; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA APAC, Architect; Lewing Construction, Inc., Contractor. On a motion to accept by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Victorian, the motion carried.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Approved Board Dates
Tuesday, November 13, 2007, 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, December 4, 2007, 4:45 p.m.
For Approval
Tuesday, January 8, 2008, 4:45 p.m.
On a motion to accept by Mr. Jongbloed and seconded by Mr. Webb, the motion carried.
Mr. Savoy congratulated M. J. Kaufman Elementary School for being selected one of the recipients of the School Health Award for 2006-2007 by the State Board of Elementary Education, the Louisiana Department of Education, and the Pennington Biomedical Research Center.
Recently, Ollie Tyler, the Assistant Superintendent of the State Department of Education, recognized three of our schools as Pacesetter Schools. These are Westwood Elementary, Combre-Fondel Elementary, and DeQuincy Middle School and she has asked that they submit information to the State Department on some of their successes and implementations.
He reported on the New Teacher Academy, the only one of its type in Louisiana. The Academy aligns all of the programs that support the teacher certification process. The Academy is committed to supporting the educators who are working with new teachers, such as principals and mentors.
Mr. Bernard asked for an update on the Lake Charles-Boston Academy. Mr. Savoy replied that we have drafting classes, networking, emergency response classes and Sowela is using the cafeteria in a program for our students. Mr. Adkins, Principal, is meeting with the Task Force to develop surveys for all of the principals, to talk about course offerings for the future.
CONDOLENCES AND RECOGNITIONS
Mr. Webb asked for a letter of condolence to Sue Way and a letter of recognition to Sabra Soileau.
Mr. Hardy asked for a letter of condolence to Gisele Puckett. He also asked for letters of anniversary congratulations to three couples: Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Dixson, Mrs. and Mrs. Billy Sanderford, Mr. and Mrs. Otis Ambrose. He asked for a letter of recognition to Judge Al Gray for his work with the 100 Black Men of Metro Lake Charles. He also asked for a letter of appreciation to Charlene Kaough for her work in reviving the Washington-Marion “Charging Indian.” He asked for letters to Warren Arceneaux and Eric Cormier, writers for the Lake Charles American Press, for their enjoyable articles. He asked for a plaque for the Nellie Lutcher exhibit at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum.
Mrs. Ballard asked for a letter of condolence to Penny Haxthausen and a letter of condolence to Janin Roberts. She congratulated our Calcasieu Parish staff for the Quality Initiative and our advanced use of technology.
Mr. Andrepont asked for a letter of condolence to Felecia Coleman.
Mr. Guidry asked for a letter of congratulations to Stephanie Guidry for her exemplary Praxis and PLT scores at McNeese. He also asked for a letter of condolence to Gisele Puckett.
Mr. Burleigh asked for a letter of recognition to Principal Thompson and the staff at LaGrange for the good job they are doing.
Mrs. Duhon asked for a letter of condolence to Katherine Simon.
Mr. LaRocque asked for a letter of commendation to the Moss Bluff Middle School staff for the good behavior of their students during the recent visit from Superintendent Pastorek.
COMMITTEE AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. LaRocque said that he and Mr. Savoy had met with Mr. Spruel and Mr. Heath to discuss the Change Order Committee.
Mr. Victorian asked if the agreement had been kept regarding a tax proposition that had been passed during the last four years and if we are going to be able to get the money. He said he was told that it was illegal and he wanted to get the Attorney General’s opinion on that and he asked the Board Counsel to look into that.
Mr. Andrepont asked if a committee could discuss bringing back Fitness Day.
Mr. Hardy said he was appalled at the amount of uncertified teachers at some of our schools and he would like a study on how we can help those schools, maybe with tutors. He congratulated Mr. Savoy for his work on the New Teacher Academy and Scantron.
Mrs. Duhon asked for the Reynaud Middle School Scholastic Audit to be discussed.
SCHEDULE COMMITTEES
Budget Committee, October 16, 2007 at 4:45 p.m. Curriculum and Instruction Committee, November 15, 2007 at 4:45 p.m.
On a motion by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Mr. Hardy, the meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
_________________________ ___________________________ Wayne Savoy, Secretary Bryan LaRocque, President
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