April 9, 2020 at 5:00 PM - WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
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I. CALL TO ORDER
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Chairman Ervin called the meeting to order. Followed by a moment of silence, Mr. Ganger led the pledge to the flag.
Chairman Ervin stated under the continued provisions of the State Executive Order to protect the safety and welfare of the public, the Washington County Board of Education meeting was closed to the public. Several Board members will be participating electronically. In order to maintain transparency, the meeting was livestreamed and audio recording would be provided as requested. The livestream link could be found on the website, www.wcde.org. Mr. Ervin called attendance. |
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II. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA
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II.A. Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting - March 5, 2020
Called Meeting - March 24, 2020
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II.B. Payment of Bills
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II.C. Personnel
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III. CONSIDERATION OF MEETING AGENDA
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IV. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Discussion:
Mr. Hammond said he would like for the four cafeteria managers to receive an addtional $5.00 per hour during the COVID-19.
Mr. Ervin requested any action be taken during New Business. Director Flanary provided an update on the feeding program during the closure of school due to COVID-19. Director Flanary told the Board, Assistant Directors Ashley Keys and Karla Kyte had made reports for the Board to view on all the measures teachers and the system have taken to keep students engaged and continued instruction for students. Director Flanary continued with an update from the State Department and State Board. He included that in line with the State Board's actions, he would request the Board to suspend policy 4.605- Graduation Requirements and 4.700-Grading System for the 2019-2020 school year. |
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IV.A. Nutrition Update
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IV.B. Curriculum Update
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IV.C. State Department Update
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IV.D. State Board Update
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V. REVIEW OF INSURANCE BID
Discussion:
The Board reviewed the two bids received from current provider, Tennessee Risk Management Trust, and Public Risk Insurors for the school system's property, liability, student accident, and workers compensation insurance. Mark Sizemore, local broker who submitted the bids, joined the meeting by a conference call. Mr. Sizemore said the bids received were very much identical. He noted Public Risk Insurors submitted the lowest bid.
Mr. Ganger asked Dr. Flanary to look into requirements for the system to be a Drug Free Workplace.
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V.A. Insurance Bid Board Packet
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VI. REVIEW OF FINANCIALS
Discussion:
Director Flanary called Finance Director Brad Hale to join the meeting via conference call to present the monthly financials.
Mr. Hale said include in the documents was a budget draft for FY 21 budget. Mr. Ervin requested to prolong budget discussion until the April 27th called meeting for budget.
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VII. POLICY REVIEW
Discussion:
Director Flanary presented policies 1.8011 Emergency Closings, 5.1151 Telework During Emergencies, and 5.3051 FFCRA Leave for the Board's consideration. Dr. Flanary noted the policies are required for the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic.
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VIII. NEW BUSINESS
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VIII.A. WCEA
Discussion:
Mr. Ganger asked the status of the roof replacement at Jonesborough Elementary School. Director Flanary said the project is not complete. Mr. Ganger said the amount of time the project has taken is unacceptable and requested the roofing company name to be remembered the next time a roofing project is needed.
Chairman Ervin shared a statement from WCEA Representative Regina France
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IX. ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION
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Mr. Ganger asked the status of the roof replacement at Jonesborough Elementary School. Director Flanary said the project is not complete. Mr. Ganger said the amount of time the project has taken is unacceptable and requested the roofing company name to be remembered the next time a roofing project is needed.
Chairman Ervin shared a statement from WCEA Representative Regina France. The Washington County Education Association wishes to thank Director Flanary and School Board Members for their quick actions in closing schools during the Covid-19 Epidemic and for getting meals out to children expeditiously. Thank you for considering the well being of all students and staff in Washington County. Buchanan Thank you to all the employees that have stepped up and worked so hard during this pandemic. Meredith I hope the pandemic's flattened curve continues. Thank you to the parents, staff, and volunteers during this time. Hammond Thank you to the staff and administrators for their hard work. Thank you to the technology department. Dellinger Thank you to the staff and teachers. Appreciate the parents' understanding during this pandemic. Happy Easter! McLain Appreciate Dr. Flanary and Ms. Kite for the feeding program. Ditto to Ms. Dellinger's comments. Fleenor I echo all that has been said. Appreciate the dietary works and all who stepped up the past two weeks. This week was National Assistant Principals' week - Thank you Assistant Prinicipals. Day I think everything has been covered by the other Board members. Ganger Appreciate all reaching out to help. Appreciate the Board looking at different ways to save money. Ervin Called meeting on April 28th for budget. Meeting to begin at 5:00 p.m. Happy Easter! |
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X. ADJOURNMENT
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