September 9 2013
BOARD OF EDUCATION
CINCINNATI, OHIO
PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL MEETING
September 9, 2013
Table of Contents
Roll Call ...... 532
Recess into Executive Session ...... 532
Adjourn from Recess ...... 532
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SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, met in special public session pursuant to notice by the Treasurer in the Board Office at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center, 2651 Burnet Avenue, Monday, September 9, 2013 at 5:59 p.m., President Cooper Reed in the chair. The pledge to the flag was led by President Cooper Reed.
ROLL CALL
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Member White arrived at 6:15 p.m.
Superintendent Ronan was present.
RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Nelms moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion that the Board recess into executive session at 6:00 p.m. to discuss employment of a public employee or official.
Ayes: Members Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, President Cooper Reed (6) Noes: None
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
ADJOURN FROM RECESS
The Board adjourned from Executive Session at 6:55 p.m.
Diana C. Whitt Treasurer/CFO
September 9 2013
BOARD OF EDUCATION
CINCINNATI, OHIO
PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR MEETING
September 9, 2013
Table of Contents
Roll Call ...... 533 Minutes Approved ...... 533 Presentations ...... 533 Resolution to Present James W. Berry with the Cincinnati Board of Education’s First Annual Education Pinnacle Award ...... 533 Presentations ...... 535 Resolution Supporting College and Career Readiness in Cincinnati Public Schools . . 535 Board Announcements/Hearing the Public ...... 536 Resolution Amending Board Policies: 3220 – Teacher Evaluation; 9120 – Public Information Program; 9700 – Relations with Special Interest Groups . . . . . 536 Resolution Appointing an Official Delegate to the Ohio School Boards Association’s 2013 Capital Conference ...... 537 Policy Committee – Written August 26, 2013 ...... 538 Partnership/Public Engagement Committee – Written August 28, 2013 . . . . 540 Committee of the Whole – Written September 4, 2013 ...... 543 Report of the Superintendent ...... 544 Revised Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools 1. Certificated Personnel ...... 545 2. Civil Service Personnel ...... 550 Report of the Treasurer 1. Receipt of a Donation from Neal Earley ...... 555 2. Agreement with Premier Support ...... 555 3. Amendment to the Agreement with TechSoft/Primax...... 555 4. Approval of Payment to Brustein & Manasevit, PLLC ...... 555 5. Payment for Legal Services from General Fund General Counsel’s Office . . 555 6. Award of Purchase Orders ...... 555 7. Award of Change Orders ...... 556 Late Request 8. Agreement with River City Correctional Center ...... 557 9. Agreement with Urban Appalachian Council ...... 557 10. Agreement with YWCA of Greater Cincinnati ...... 557
September 9 2013
PROCEEDINGS
REGULAR MEETING
September 9, 2013
Table of Contents (cont.)
Report of the Treasurer (cont.) For Board Information – Late Request 11. Agreement with Jewish Family Service ...... 558 Other Business ...... 558 Adjournment ...... 558
September 9 533 2013
REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, met pursuant to its calendar of meetings in the Rosa E. Blackwell Interactive Learning Center at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center, 2651 Burnet Avenue, Monday, September 9, 2013 at 7:04 p.m., President Cooper Reed in the chair. The pledge to the flag was led by students from R. A. Taft Information Technology High School, Michael Turner, Principal.
ROLL CALL
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Absent: None
Superintendent Ronan was present.
MINUTES APPROVED
Mr. Nelms moved that the minutes of the following meetings be approved without reading, copies of said minutes having been distributed to members and made available to the public and news media on September 9, 2013.
Special Meeting – July 29, 2013 Special Public Meeting – July 29, 2013 Special Meeting – August 7, 2013 Special Meeting – August 12, 2013 Regular Meeting – August 12, 2013 Special Meeting – August 26, 2013 Regular Meeting – August 26, 2013
Passed viva voca.
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
1. CPS Education Pinnacle Award – Vanessa Y. White, Board Member
A RESOLUTION TO PRESENT JAMES W. BERRY WITH THE CINCINNATI BOARD OF EDUCATION’S FIRST ANNUAL EDUCATION PINNACLE AWARD
WHEREAS, Cincinnati Public Schools has worked hard to become a top-performing urban district in Ohio— achieving numerous milestones thanks to strong collaboration with community allies who share the district’s commitment to the success of each student; and
WHEREAS, among these allies are individuals whose contributions to public education in Cincinnati have been particularly instrumental to the district’s success; and
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A RESOLUTION TO PRESENT JAMES W. BERRY WITH THE CINCINNATI BOARD OF EDUCATION’S FIRST ANNUAL EDUCATION PINNACLE AWARD (cont.)
WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education (BOE) wants to recognize these contributions through the creation of the Education Pinnacle Award, which will be given out annually following a community nomination process; and
WHEREAS, James W. Berry—nicknamed the “8th Board Member”—was nominated and received unanimous support from each BOE member for his tireless and passionate commitment over more than a decade to the students and staff of Cincinnati Public Schools, including:
Serving as a strong, committed volunteer and advocate for the passage of a bond issue to fund new or fully renovated schools for every student in Cincinnati Public Schools; Serving on the CPS Budget Commission, CPS Transportation Committee, the CPS Advisory Team that selected the current superintendent and transportation director, and the 1992 Buenger Commission that studied the district; Serving on the School Planning Team for the Mt. Washington School renovation—helping to ensure that plans were implemented on schedule and according to standards set by the Planning Team; Serving on Mt. Washington School’s Local School Decision Making Committee (LSDMC) long after moving his family to the Over-the-Rhine community; Consistently and actively participating in community forums, Board of Education meetings and other venues to advocate for the needs of CPS students and their families; Contributing to the success of students and families by serving on both the local and national boards of Parents for Public Schools; Donating thousands of dollars to fund field trips and other enrichment opportunities for students; and
WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education will present its first Education Pinnacle Award on October 17, 2013, at Woodward Career Technical High School;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education bestows its first annual Education Pinnacle Award to James W. Berry.
Eileen Cooper Reed, President Alexander P. Kuhns, Vice President Melanie Bates Eve Bolton Catherine D. Ingram A. Chris Nelms Vanessa Y. White
Mrs. White moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion that the Resolution to Present James W. Berry with the Cincinnati Board of Education’s First Annual Education Pinnacle Award be approved.
Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Noes: None
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
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PRESENTATIONS (cont.)
2. R. A. Taft Information Technology High School – Michael Turner, Principal
3. Dual Enrollment – Dr. Gabriel Lofton, Assistant Superintendent
AMENDED A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS IN CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS
WHEREAS, The CPS Board of Education recognizes that advanced placement and dual enrollment are designed to prepare high school students for college or career by enrolling them in advanced, developmental, or work skills courses through which the students earn both college and high school credit; and
WHEREAS, advanced placement and dual enrollment courses keep students academically challenged and give them early exposure and an opportunity to complete college work, increasing their self-confidence about postsecondary completion; and
WHEREAS, dual enrollment programs encourage partnerships between postsecondary institutions and secondary schools; and
WHEREAS, Cincinnati State and Technical Community College has entered into a special partnership with CPS beginning with this 2013-2014 school year; and
WHEREAS, dual enrollment will help students start accumulating college credits in high school which may help them graduate on time or start early in their postsecondary pursuits, plus dual enrollment courses help reduce the cost of college; and
WHEREAS, dual enrollment courses offer high school teachers an opportunity to collaborate with institutions of higher learning; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education, offers families more high- quality school choices and academic programs than any other system in the Tristate region. The advanced placement and dual enrollment programs are designed, in part, to drive home the message to high school students that college is well within their grasp.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the CPS Board of Education acknowledges the continuation of preparing our students for college and career, and therefore will offer dual enrollment and Advanced Placement opportunities at all of our high schools.
Eileen Cooper Reed, President Alexander P. Kuhns, Vice President Melanie Bates Eve Bolton Catherine D. Ingram A. Chris Nelms Vanessa Y. White
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AMENDED A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS IN CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS (cont.)
Mrs. Bates moved and Mr.Kuhns seconded the motion that the Resolution Supporting College and Career Readiness in Cincinnati Public Schools be approved as amended.
Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Noes: None
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS
Kudos to:
1. Becky Dendler, Jack Helton, and Luke League were commended for the work they do in making the Education Center a safe place for the Board, administration and community.
2. The principals, band directors, and members of the combined Dater and Western Hills High School band were recognized for the band’s preparation for their debut performance in the Harvest Home Festival Parade and for their selection as the # 1 band in the parade.
3. CPS retirees were congratulated and thanked for their years of service to the students and the district.
HEARING THE PUBLIC
The following persons addressed the Board regarding the topics indicated:
Katie Hofmann – Thanked the Board for their support of the elementary school music program and expansion into high schools. J. W. Isabel – Concern on the change of Metro bus routes in Roselawn for Clark Montessori.
A Resolution Rescinding Board Policy 2430.01 – Cincinnati Public School Eligibility was withdrawn from consideration.
AMENDED A RESOLUTION AMENDING BOARD POLICIES: 3220 – TEACHER EVALUATION, 9120 – PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM, 9700 – RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education is reviewing the existing district policies; and
WHEREAS, the Cincinnati Board of Education has determined revision of the current Board Policies are in order to make them consistent with the current state laws and district procedures; and
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A RESOLUTION AMENDING BOARD POLICIES: 3220 – TEACHER EVALUATION, 9120 – PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM, 9700 – RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS (cont.)
WHEREAS, Board Policies 3220-Teacher Evaluation, 9120-Public Information Program, and 9700-Relations with Special Interest Groups have been reviewed and updated by Administration and the Cincinnati Board of Education Policy Committee; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education approves Board Policies 3220- Teacher Evaluation, 9120-Public Information Program, and 9700-Relations with Special Interest Groups as written; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of the Cincinnati Public Schools Board Policies 3220-Teacher Evaluation, 9120-Public Information Program, and 9700-Relations with Special Interest Groups will be posted online and be retained on file in the Office of the Board Members, Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center.
Eve Bolton
Ms. Bolton moved and Mrs. White seconded the motion that the Amended Resolution Amending Board Policies 3220 – Teacher Evaluation; 9120 – Public Information Program; 9700 – Relations with Special Interest Groups be approved as amended.
Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Noes: None
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AN OFFICIAL DELEGATE TO THE OHIO SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION’S 2013 CAPITAL CONFERENCE
WHEREAS, the Constitution of the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) provides that membership in the OSBA shall be open to all public school boards in Ohio; and
WHEREAS, each member board of education shall be entitled to appoint one of its members as a delegate to the annual meeting, with power to vote as an official delegate;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Cincinnati Board of Education appoints Vanessa Y. White as its official delegate and Catherine D. Ingram as the official alternate to the OSBA 2013 Capital Conference.
Eileen Cooper Reed, President Alexander P. Kuhns, Vice President Melanie Bates Eve Bolton Catherine D. Ingram A. Chris Nelms Vanessa Y. White
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A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AN OFFICIAL DELEGATE TO THE OHIO SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION’S 2013 CAPITAL CONFERENCE (cont.)
Mr. Nelms moved and Mr. Kuhns seconded the motion that the Resolution Appointing an Official Delegate to the Ohio School Boards Association 2013 Capital Conference be approved.
Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Noes: None
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE POLICY COMMITTEE
The Policy Committee met on Monday, August 26, 2013 at 5:30 PM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in the Board Office Conference Room.
FOR BOARD ACTION The Committee agreed with the Administration's revisions to the following policies and will recommend approval in the form of a resolution at the September 9, 2013 regular Board meeting:
Policy 9120 – Public Information Program The below portion of the policy was revised as follows:
Media information and communications shall be coordinated with the Public Affairs Department in consultation with the appropriate principal and department head according to the district’s media procedures. Those with partnership agreements with the District shall follow the District's media procedures.
In the event of school emergencies and incidents, THE DISTRICT'S EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SHALL BE FOLLOWED.
Policy 2431 – Interscholastic Athletics The title of the policy was revised to: Interscholastic Athletics and Extracurricular Activities. The Ohio High School Athletic Association bylaws were removed from the policy and are contained in Administrative Procedures 2431-1.
Policy 2430.01 – Cincinnati Public School Eligibility The policy will be rescinded as the language is contained in Administrative Procedures 2431-1
Policy 3220 – Teacher Evaluation The following revision was made in the Assigning an Effectiveness Rating section of the policy:
Starting in the 2013-2014 school year, each evaluation will result in an effectiveness rating of “Accomplished,” “Proficient SKILLED,” “Developing,” or “Ineffective.”
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REPORT OF THE POLICY COMMITTEE (cont.)
Policy 9130 – Public Concerns and Complaints The below portion and sections of the policy are revised as follows:
Matters Regarding a Staff Member (First Level) As appropriate, the staff member shall report the matter and whatever action may have been taken to his/her immediate supervisor WITHIN 24 HOURS OF THE COMPLAINT.
(Fourth Level) If the matter is beyond the Superintendent's authority and requires a Board decision or action or it has not been resolved at Level Three, the complainant shall request, in writing, OR VIA PUBLIC COMMENTS DURING A BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING, that the matter be reviewed by the Board.
The Board, after reviewing all material relating to the case, shall provide the complainant with its written decision OR INSTRUCT THE PROPER ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIAL TO PROVIDE THE WRITTEN DECISION.
The complainant shall be advised, in writing, of the Board's decision DIRECTION, no more than ten (10) business days following the meeting by the Board from the date the complaint is received, unless extenuating circumstances exist. The Board's decision DIRECTION will be final on the matter, and it will not provide a meeting to other complainants on the same issue.
Matters Regarding the Superintendent or Treasurer The complainant shall be advised, in writing, of the Board's decision DIRECTION within thirty (30) business days by the Board from the date the complaint is received, unless extenuating circumstances exist.
Matters Regarding District Services, FACILITIES or Operation
Additional language in Policy 9130 was removed. A copy of the edited policy is available in the Board office.
Policy 9700 – Relations with Special Interest Groups The title of the policy was revised to: Relations with Organizations. A majority of the language was removed from the policy. A copy of the edited policy is available in the Board office.
FOR BOARD INFORMATION
Administrative Procedures 2431-1 – Interscholastic Athletic The title of the procedures was revised to: Interscholastic Athletics and Extracurricular Activities Procedures.
Dave Dierker, Director of Athletics, advised the Committee that the procedures are current and will change on a yearly basis. The Committee advised Mr. Dierker to include language that gives 7th and 8th grade students redemption.
ACTION: The Committee will readdress the policy at the September 23, 2013 Policy Committee meeting.
Board Assignments
Task Force – Use of Recording Devices ACTION: The topic will be discussed at the September 23, 2013 Policy Committee meeting.
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REPORT OF THE POLICY COMMITTEE (cont.)
Discuss Policy on Internal Revenue Service 990 Form ACTION: The policy on Internal Revenue Service Form 990 will be discussed at Policy Committee meeting after review by Treasurer Whitt.
5461 – Exemption to Physical Education Graduation Requirements
ACTION: The Administration will revisit the policy for clarification on waiving Physical Education requirements. What credits are available to students? Does the policy include dance? Does Ohio Revised Code allow additional issues in relation to the waiver part of the policy to be added?
The Committee will discuss the policy at the September 23, 2013 Committee meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 6:40 PM.
Policy Committee Staff Liaisons Vanessa Y. White, Chair Cynthia Dillon, General Counsel Eve Bolton Yenetta Harper, Director, *RttT A. Chris Nelms Eileen Cooper Reed (ex-officio)
Upon request to the Office of the Board, the District shall make reasonable accommodation for a disabled person to be able to participate in this activity.
*Race To The Top
Mrs.White moved that the Report of the Policy Committee be accepted.
Passed viva voce.
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE PARTNERSHIP/PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE
The Partnership/Public Engagement Committee (PPE) met on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 11:30 AM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in the Board Conference Room.
Committee ACTION Items (July 24, 2013)
Schedule E Committee ACTION: Assistant Superintendent Gabriel Lofton informed the Committee that the group has not been meeting. He will determine when a meeting will be scheduled to establish what the committee is to do as outlined by the contract. The Committee also discussed the need to determine the kind of background checks being done for individuals working as coaches and activity coordinators in the schools. Dr. Lofton will follow up on Schedule E and Director of Public Affairs Janet Walsh will follow up on the coaches.
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REPORT OF THE PARTNERSHIP/PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE (cont.)
Aiken Name Change Verification Phyllis Davis, Board Staff, reported that the Facilities Committee that existed in 2005 recommended to the Board to change the name of Aiken Public Service Learning High School to Aiken College and Career at their October 14, 2005 meeting. The Board approved the name change at their October 24, 2013 Board meeting.
Assistant Superintendent Lofton reported that he received a letter from Phyllis Schoenberger, chair of the LSDMC of Aiken High School, requesting to change the name to Aiken New Tech.
ACTION: Dr. Lofton will invite Ms. Schoenberger to the September 25, 2013 PPE Committee to discuss her request for the name change.
Board Assignment (July 8, 2013) District Financial Investments with Partners Public Affairs Director Walsh reported that she is working with Purchasing Director Dave Durkin to compile a partner list.
ACTION: Committee Chair Ingram advised the Administration to provide clarification of how the relationships are structured; for example, do we pay them, do they pay us, are they technically on our payroll, which agency is responsible for who, who does the hiring, do we pay workman's compensation, and how is the retirement fund impacted. Mrs. Walsh will review Memorandums of Understanding for the agencies.
Back-to-School Communication, Marketing and Outreach Marketing Manager Dawn Grady reported that the following communications were used for back-to-school marketing: 247 Radio Advertisements; and Advertisements in the Cincinnati Herald Newspaper, Cincinnati Family Magazine and the Cincinnati Parent Magazine.
She also reported that she is ramping up direct mail to promote the Community Learning Center Showcase that is being held on September 28, 2013.
Communication Plan on District Finances The Public Affairs Director reported that the Treasurer and Leadership Team will be working together to establish a timeline to discuss District Finances. Committee Chair Ingram advised the team to include the 2015 levy on the timeline.
Family and Civic Engagement Team Update The Family and Civic Engagement Team did not meeting in August 2013 due to Back-to-School commitments. An update will be provided after the September 12, 2013 meeting takes place.
Local School Decision Making Committees (LSDMCs) Yenetta Harper, Director, Office of Innovations, informed the Committee that the LSDMCs will conduct their first Districtwide meeting on September 18, 2013, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM, at the Education Center. Janet Walsh, Public Affairs Director, will discuss communications regarding the new Ohio report Card at the meeting. ArtsWave also will inform the group about an initiative to conduct surveys and interviews in all CPS schools to establish the kinds of arts education and partnerships they offer in the buildings. The “Arts Education Community Audit” will be based on the Kennedy Center’s “A Community Audit for Education.”
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REPORT OF THE PARTNERSHIP/PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE (cont.)
Ms. Harper reported that the sites did self-assessments and she is compiling the data to determine their strengths and weakness and will provide a report at the September 18, 2013 Committee of the Whole meeting.
Committee Chair Ingram advised the Administration to determine what role ArtsWave is playing in relation to the Any Given Child initiative. Committee Chair Ingram advised this should mesh with the Promise Neighborhoods piece. Mrs. Walsh will work with Lillian Carter to make sure that ArtsWave and Any Given Child are on the same page.
A "Partner Fair" is being planned to allow LSDMCs to become familiar with the various participants.
Ms. Harper is putting together an LSDMC directory.
Topics for September/October/November Presentations The Committee will discuss the following topics at their September 25, 2013 meeting: Aiken High School Local School Decision Making Committee Request for Name Change Community Learning Center Open House Update Education Pinnacle Award Update Family and Civic Engagement Team Update
OTHER BUSINESS
Education Pinnacle Award Marketing Manager Grady reported that the Pinnacle Award Ceremony is scheduled to take place on October 17, 2013 at Woodward Career Technical High School.
ACTION: The Board will announce the Pinnacle Award winner at their September 9, 2013 meeting in the form of a resolution.
Legislative Breakfast Committee member Bates advised the Administration to schedule a legislative breakfast with State Legislators due to opposition of the Common Core. Support for bill is being organized opposing the common core. Public Affairs Director Walsh informed the Committee that she is working with the Superintendent to confirm a date for the breakfast.
Committee Chair Ingram advised the Administration to include other pertinent issues that affect the District to the agenda. Mrs. Walsh will contact State Representative Dale Mallory's office and other members of the delegation to see what other things they need to hear from the Board about to possibly include at the breakfast.
Straight A Grant Committee member Kuhns asked if the District is applying for the Straight A Grant. Assistant Superintendent Lofton reported that he is in conversation with the Director of the Office of Innovations and will provide an update in the September 9, 2013 Student Achievement Committee.
The meeting adjourned 12:46 PM.
Partnership/Public Engagement Committee Staff Liaisons Catherine D. Ingram, Chair Janet Walsh, Public Affair Director Melanie Bates Dawn Grady, Marketing Mgr., Public Affairs Alexander P. Kuhns Dr. Gabriel Lofton, Director of New Schools
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REPORT OF THE PARTNERSHIP/PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE (cont.)
Ms. Ingram moved that the Report of the Partnership/Public Engagement Committee be accepted.
Passed viva voce.
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole (COW) met on Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at 11:30 AM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in Conference Room 1-A.
Summer Learning Bill Myles, Assistant Superintendent Paul Daniels, Principal, Withrow University High School Andrea Faulkner, ELA Curriculum Manager
The Committee was updated on Summer Learning in the following areas: Benefits of Summer Learning o Halting Learning Loss Summer STARS (Students Taking Advantage of Reading for Success) High School Bridge Programs Freedom Schools
A copy of the presentation is available in the Board office.
ACTION: Assistant Superintendent Myles will provide the Committee with a report that includes the cost of summer learning, the number of staff and students that attended all the summer school programs, what each school offered for summer learning, and what worked and what didn't work.
ACTION: Jennifer Wagner, Chief Information Officer, will include a discussion on “Blackboard” at her technology update scheduled for the Committee of the Whole meeting on November 6, 2013.
Ohio Principal Evaluation System (OPES) Yenetta Harper, Director, Office of Innovation
Ms. Harper updated the Committee on the Ohio Principal Evaluation System in the following areas: Principal Evaluation Components Pre-Evaluation Components Principal Performance Student Growth Performance
Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) Yenetta Harper, Director, Office of Innovation
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REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE (cont.)
Ms. Harper updated the Committee on the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System in the following areas: Summative Evaluation ratings Student and Teacher Performance Growth Measures Three types of Teacher Evaluations: o Beginning of employment (NEW HIRE) o Comprehensive Evaluation o Performance Review Evaluation
Ms. Harper also provided updates in the following areas:
OPES and OTES Professional Development Trainings; Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) Implementation Support; and The Electronic Teacher and Principal Evaluation System (eTPES).
A copy of the presentation is available in the Board office.
ACTION: The Committee had extensive dialogue on SLOs and the Administration will provide the Committee with the number of how many pre-SLOs were done before the due date.
ACTION: The Administration will provide Board members with a list of acronyms related to TES.
ACTION: Ms. Harper will provide Mr. Nelms with a sample of a SLO.
ACTION: The Administration will provide the Committee with a timelime and training that takes place on SLOs.
ACTION: The Administration will provide the Student Achievement Committee with an update on the SLOs.
The meeting adjourned at 12:46 PM.
President Cooper Reed made a motion that the Report of the Committee of the Whole be accepted.
Passed viva voce.
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
Superintendent Ronan informed the Board that her report was Dual Enrollment, presented by Dr. Gabe Lofton, Assistant Superintendent.
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REVISED RECOMMENDATIONS OF SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT (Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by STRS, effective the first day of the month. This recommendation is being made because the employee has completed the term of their employment, or due to disability status, or by mutual agreement. There is no mandatory retirement age for employees.)
The following certificated employees have made application to the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System in accordance with the statutes of the State of Ohio.
Angela D. Lockhart Teacher – Roselawn Condon Service June 1 William H. Woltering Teacher – Westwood Disability October 1
B. RESIGNATION (The effective date is the first working day the employee is no longer providing services to the district. This recommendation is being made because either the employee has completed the term of their employment, or by mutual agreement.)
Susan H. Boydston Teacher – Auxiliary Services Personal Reasons August 1 Stacey D. Cass Teacher – Carson Personal Reasons September 30 Dana E. Cummin Teacher – Mt. Airy Other Employment September 9 Robert N. Gaskin Substitute Teacher Other Employment August 1 Mindy M. Hanrahan Speech Pathologist Personal Reasons August 23 Nathalie Mukolobwiez Teacher – Walnut Hills Relocating August 26
C. CHANGE IN STATUS (A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date is August 1, 2013 except as indicated.
Speech Pathologist – Class IV (Master’s Degree) Jenna M. Wolf $44,975.66 Class III Sub $115.93
Teacher – Class IV (Master’s Degree) Cherilyn Andrews $42,937.16 Class III Sub $115.93
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours) Tyler C. Knecht $39,921.32 Class III Sub $115.93
Teacher - Class II – (Bachelor’s Degree) Tasha Fleming $49,312.54 Class III Sub $115.95
Substitute Teacher – Class I – $102.54 per day Donna R. Anderson September 4 Class III Sub $115.95
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
C. CHANGE IN STATUS (cont.)
Continuing Contract Status From Limited Contract, effective 2013-14 school year. Erica R. Boyers Angela M. Houston Sonya R. Roberson Sharon M. Burns Brittiney A. Lazar Lucy A. Salazar-Stricklin Catherine A. Chandler Edward T. LeBorgne Jennifer S. Smith Charles T. Ferrara Doris M. Lucas Joseph M. Stewart Vonita L. Herald Christine M. Reeves
D. APPOINTMENT (Marks the beginning of service for newly appointed employees. Personnel actions such as transfers, promotions, changes in status may occur once an individual is appointed.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of the appointment of the following for the 2013-14 school year, subject to the possession of a teaching certificate as required by Section 3319.30 of the Ohio School Code and/or the Policies of the Cincinnati Board of Education. Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date is August 1, 2013, except as indicated.
Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours) Shirley K. Gibson $45,134.61 @ .50
Speech Pathologist – Class IV (Master’s Degree) Julie M. Franke $59,393.29 August 18
Teacher – Class IV (Master’s Degree) LaJuan Y. Ester $42,937.16 August 20 Mildred E. Kennedy 42,937.16 @ .50 Thomas G. Loch 42,937.16 David R. Tiffany 59,393.29 @ .70
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours) Lindsay G. Black $39,921.32 Alexander J. Siebert $39,921.32 Brian R. Link 39,921.32 Christina E. Tierney 45,953.02
Teacher - Class II – (Bachelor’s Degree) Joan-Elies Andres-Serer $39,261.86 Paul A. Littlefield $54,364.74 Kelly M. Jones 39,261.86 Christian Y. Mora 39,261.86
Substitute Teacher - Class III – $115.93 per day Napola M. Bryant Gregory A. Jones Cindy M. Siebenburgen Gregory D. Estep Jeremy A. Patterson Crystal L. Stephens Amanda C. Harnist Amy T. Rack Stefanie Tengler David J. Haase Susan E. Reinhardt Curtis E. Thompson Jr. Christine L. Huston Nicole A. Roberts Rebecca L. Tully Reginald B. Johnson Deborah Shipps
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
D. APPOINTMENT (cont.)
Substitute Teacher – Retiree – $114.29 per day Anna M. Bikas Kathleen M. Hofmann Winona L. Oliver LaVerne M. Fisher Jeannine Brown McNeil Rosalind Reade Patricia L. Hays Constance J. Meyer
Substitute Teacher – Class I – $102.54 per day Patrick J. Albrinck Andrew L. Hildreth Matt W. Money Douglas J. Amend
The following persons are recommended to perform responsibilities as evaluators. Funding is from Race to the Top. Effective date is September 10, 2013.
Deborah A. Bradshaw* Janice Pitts*
In Board proceedings of August 26, 2013, an appointment was approved for Jeanine Flores as School Psychologist. This action should be corrected to read Speech Pathologist.
E. ADJUSTMENT OF TIME (Provides for an increase or decrease in the percentage of time a certificated employee performs his/her duties.)
The Superintendent recommends an adjustment of time for the following. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date as indicated.
Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours) Regina S. Appatova To: .60 From: 1.00 August 1
F. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY (Occurs when an employee presents documentation of additional training or experience credit.)
The Superintendent recommends an adjustment of salary for the following persons based on degree or additional credit as indicated. Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date is August 1, 2013.
Psychologist - Class VI – (Doctorate Degree) Amy R. Harris To: $67,001.03 From: $60,948.09
Counselor - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours) Melissa R. Green To: $64,706.02 From: $61,586.44
Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours) Hsiao C. Carey To: $55,872.65 From: $53,677.37 Belinda A. Folsom 68,623.42 66,428.13 Ligia Cuevas’ Johnson 55,872.65 53,677.37 Kimberly A. Kemen 72,689.66 70,492.22 Allison C. Miller 68,623.42 66,428.13
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
F. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY (cont.)
Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours) Lisa B. Shadee 48,835.67 46,640.39 Kinah A. Willis 68,623.42 66,428.13 Travis N. Yeager 48,835.67 46,640.39
Occupational Therapist - Class IV – (Master’s Degree) Sara Gurney To: $59,393.29 From: $54,364.74
Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree) Megan L. Fennema To: $51,323.12 From: $47,963.58 Amy Johnson 62,750.68 58,042.18 Leah A. Madigan 53,677.37 51,323.12 Jose Villayrroya-Folgueira 42,937.16 39,261.86
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours) Mary Rose Kahmann To: $68,095.01 From: $67,433.41
G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (Provides for employment of personnel beyond the work day or contractual work period, and administrators beyond assigned work period. Examples: workshops, evening school teaching, club sponsorship, coaching, curriculum writing.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following additional assignments. Assignment is subject to the possession of appropriate certification and licensure as required by the Ohio Revised Code and/or Policies of the Cincinnati Board of Education. Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule as indicated. Funding is from the General Fund and (*) denotes other than General Fund.
Teacher - $34.11 per hour (extended employment rate) 2013-14 ABLE Program – (ABLE Grant) – 175 hours LaVerne M. Fisher*
Middle School Transition – Student Services – (IDEA-B) – hours as indicated Janet E. Albright-Willis* 29 hours Ryan M. Luken* 21 hours Natalie M. Brooks* 18 hours Dorothy L. Martin* 4 hours Trucy O. Cochran* 15 hours Bonita Matthews* 17 hours Lisa R. Freedman* 12 hours Nancy M. Mock* 10 hours Meryl S. Ginsberg* 15 hours Denise N. Penn* 17 hours Carrie J. Hess-Wilson* 10 hours Akilah Rodgers* 25 hours Sherita N. Hutsell* 19 hours Devon P. Schneider* 22 hours Paula Jackson* 9 hours Elaine Thomas* 10 hours Florence Johnson-Voner* 11 hours Cheryl A. Williams* 13 hours
ESL Data Base Decision Making, Intervention Development – (Title III) – hours as indicated Jessica A. Dunwoodie* 15 hours Milena V. Varbanova* 29 hours
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Teacher - $34.11 per hour (extended employment rate)
AMIS Web Data Collection – (Title III) – 30 hours Tonia G. Miller*
Teacher - $29.88 per hour (in-service rate) Westwood TIF Retreat – (TIF) – 14 hours Jason E. Bailey* Faith A. Rasmussen* Holly M. Simkonis* Patricia J. Peters*
Home Instructor - $27.81 per hour (extended employment rate) William B. Blaes 40 hours
Home Instructor - $27.81 per hour (extended employment rate) – IDEA-B Cynthia Y. Lockett-Nelson* 40 hours Gerald K. Warmack* 80 hours Tyran Stallings* 35 hours
The following teachers are recommended to receive supplemental contracts for the school year 2013-14. Payment will be as provided under the Athletic and Co-curricular Activities of Schedules E and F of the Professional Salary Schedule for the amount shown as maximum salary. Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ indicates 50% time. Funding is from the General Fund. The supplemental limited contract shall state that the Board of Education gives notice of non-reemployment for the ensuing school year.
Name School Position Amount Thomas W. Blair Oyler Sr Hi Hd Varsty Football Coach 5605.72 # Laura M. Carpenter Hughes STEM MS Volleyball Coach 1401.32 Kathryn J. Doyle Gamble Montessori MS Volleyball Coach 1541.45 # Ryan A. Drake Walnut Hills Sr Hi Hd Freshman Football CH 1584.28 #@ Marcus L. Fletcher Walnut Hills Sr Hi Asst Var Soccer Coach 1167.77 Andrita J. George Riverview East Sr Hi Varsity Volleyball Coach 2335.52 Monica M. Hoyles Clark Montessori Sr Hi Asst Var Soccer Coach 1167.77 William A. Johnson Shroder Sr Hi Reserve Volleyball Coach 1557.02 Cheryl S. Kerscher Riverview East Sr Hi Academics Coach 1595.93 George L. Kontsis Walnut Hills Sr Hi Hd Varsty Football Coach 5605.72 # Laurence N. Lane Hughes STEM Sr Hi Varsity Volleyball Coach 2335.52 David C. Miller Gamble Montessori Sr Hi Athletic/Artistic Dir 6311.36 # William R. Miller Walnut Hills Sr Hi Asst Var Football Coach 2880.49 William L. Pope Shroder Sr Hi Reserve Football Coach 2868.02 Mark E. Rave Gamble Montessori Sr Hi Varsity Volleyball Coach 2335.52 Timothy D. Roberts Hughes STEM Sr Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Eric M. Rothwell Walnut Hills Sr Hi Varsity Soccer Coach 2335.52 Michael E. Sage Oyler Sr Hi Asst Var Football Coach 4201.31 # W. David Scholl Oyler Sr Hi Athletic/Artistic Dir 6311.36 # W. David Scholl Oyler High School Technology Coordinator 1541.45 #
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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT cont.)
Name School Position Amount Halla R. Shteiwi Hughes Center Sr Hi Cheerleader Coach 1401.32 Britt T. Smith Riverview East Sr Hi Hd Varsty Football Coach 5096.11 Donald E. Stocker Walnut Hills MS Head Cross-Country Coach 1541.45 # Jimmy Lee Turner Walnut Hills Sr Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 # William R. Valenzano Walnut Hills Sr Hi Varsity Cross-Ctry Coach 1712.73 # Gerald K. Warmack Shroder Sr Hi Hd Varsty Football Coach 5605.72 # Ashley N. Welker Walnut Hills Senior High Reserve Soccer Coach 1557.02 Emily A. West Oyler Sr Hi Varsity Volleyball Coach 2335.52 Kathryn J. West Oyler Sr Hi Ast Var Volleyball Coach 1167.77 Robert M. Wheatley Gamble Montessori MS Hd Football Coach A 2880.49 Carl J. Wiers Clark Montessori Sr Hi Intramurals Coach 1712.73 # Brandon A. Williams Hughes STEM Sr Hi Asst Var Football Coach 4201.31 # Fredrick Willis Riverview East Sr Hi Athletic/Artistic Dir 6311.38 #
RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT (Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by SERS, effective the first day of the month.)
The following employees have made application to the School Employees Retirement System in accordance with the statutes of the State of Ohio.
Glenn Lett Level I Building Engineer January 1, 2014
B. RESIGNATION (Results from the employee submitting a separation of service form delineating the reason(s) for leaving the district. The effective date is the first working day the employee is no longer providing services to the district.)
The following resignations have been received to be effective on the dates indicated.
Geraldine Beard Paraprofessional Other Employment August 19 David Burbrink Security Assistant 2 Medical August 29 Vicky Coleman Asst School Comm Coord Other Employment August 19 Andrea Ehoodin Paraprofessional Other Employment August 21 Michelle Essen Paraprofessional Other Employment August 16 Rita Hardigree Paraprofessional Family Illness August 19 Gent Jones Security Assistant 2 Other Employment September 3 Theotis Marks Paraprofessional Personal Reasons May 22 Garett E. Merk Testing Systems Adm Other Employment September 13 Maureen Pettit Paraprofessional Other Employment August 19 Armand Tatum Jr. Paraprofessional Other Employment August 21
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
C. SERVICES COMPLETED (Marks the end of a temporary assignment.)
The services of the following, temporarily appointed, have been completed effective as indicated.
Anna Linz Asst School Community Coordinator August 27
D. APPOINTMENT The Superintendent recommends the appointment of the following on the dates indicated and at the appropriate rate of pay calculated pursuant to the current salary schedule. These appointments are in compliance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Positions involving co-curricular activities were filled in compliance with Section 3313.53 of O.R.C. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).
Sign Language Interpreter (Unclassified) Amber Cox $21.02 hr. Shroder September 10 Anthony Gray $21.02 hr. Shroder September 10
Casual Custodian 2 Kevin Caffie $15.74 hr. Various September 10
Senior Support Elementary Specialist (Classified) Derryn Jones $18.43 hr. Rothenberg September 10
Support Specialist (Classified) ToQuisha Hutchinson $14.35 hr. Roselawn September 10
Paraprofessional (Unclassified) Rosa Allen $14.12 hr. Western Hills September 10 Jessica Cornell $14.50 hr. Dater Montessori September 10 Richard Hall $14.12 hr. Woodward September 10 Melody Johnson $14.12 hr. Parker Woods September 10 Rebecca Kammer $14.50 hr. SCPA September 10 Mary Beth Manolis $14.12 hr. Sands Montessori September 10 Ashley Pattman $14.50 hr. North Avondale September 10 Lisa Piening $14.12 hr. Parker Woods September 10 Ellen Prats $14.50 hr. Sands Montessori September 10 Michael Railey $14.12 hr. Shroder September 10 Leah Runyon $14.50 hr. Hyde Park September 10 Alan Spell-Morris $14.50 hr. Shroder September 10 Kenneth Spruce $14.50 hr. Shroder September 10 Dana Whitney $14.50 hr. Silverton September 10 Lindsey Wittich $14.50 hr. Gamble Montessori September 10
Security Assistant 1 (Unclassified) Zachary Blyberg $12.08 hr. Riverview East September 10 Cassandra Denoma $12.08 hr. Riverview East September 10 Yemuel Israel $12.08 hr. Hughes September 10
Substitute Security Assistant 2 Priscilla Daniel $18.66 hr. Various September 10
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
D. APPOINTMENT (cont.)
Substitute Security Assistant 1 Bobby Lynn $12.08 hr. Various September 10 Richard Ryan $12.08 hr. Various September 10 Larry Ward $12.08 hr. Various September 10 James Zieverink $12.08 hr. Various September 10
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ at 50%.
Name School Position Amount Joseph Berta Clark Montessori Sr. Hi Var Football Coach $5096.11 Robert Berta Clark Montessori Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Christian Bishop Shroder Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 4201.31 Zachary Blyberg Clark Montessori MS Special Sports Coach 934.20 Nichelle Bolden Withrow Sr. Hi Cheerleader Coach 1541.45# Fall Boubacar Withrow Sr. Hi Var Soccer Coach 2335.52 Kenneth Burress Withrow Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Raymond Compagna Clark Montessori Sr. Hi Asst Var Soccer Coach 1167.77 Carlos Chambers Gamble Montessori Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Derrick Davidson Woodward Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Mark Day Hughes MS Head Football Coach 2880.49 Jerald Dixon Clark Montessori Sr. Hi Frosh Soccer Coach 1401.32 Jerome Edwards Woodward Sr. Hi Head Frosh Football Coach 2880.49 Robin Ewing Woodward Sr. Hi Cheerleader Coach 1401.32 Joseph Howard Hughes Sr. Head Frosh Football Coach 2880.49 Edward Jackson Riverview East Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Nathan Johnson Shroder Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Brian Lowe Clark Montessori Sr. Hi Var Volleyball Coach 2335.52 Ken Minor Jr. Clark Montessori Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 William Morrow Clark Montessori MS Asst Football Coach 1868.42 Chad Reed Withrow Sr. Hi Var Soccer Coach (Girls) 2335.56 Rodney Roberts Withrow Sr. Hi Head Var Football Coach 3168.54# Khristine Smith Shroder Sr. Hi Var Volleyball Coach 2335.52 Khristine Smith Shroder Sr. Hi Athletic Trainer 1557.02 Antonio Strader Hughes Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 Billy Thomas Shroder Sr. Hi Asst Frosh Football Coach 1868.42 Maurice Thomas Shroder MS Head Football Coach 2880.49 Nicolas Thompson Clark Montessori Sr. Hi Frosh Soccer Coach 1401.32 Cara Van Doren Hughes Sr. Hi Athletic Trainer (Fall) 1557.02 Cara Van Doren Hughes Sr. Hi Athletic Trainer (Winter) 1557.02
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
D. APPOINTMENT (cont.)
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities (cont.) Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ at 50%
Name School Position Amount Stanley Warrenhuffman Withrow Sr. Hi Asst Frosh Football Coach 1868.42 Wendy Weller Hughes Sr. Hi Asst Volleyball Coach 1167.77 Stanley West Jr. Gamble Montessori Sr. Hi Head Var Football Coach 5096.11 Christian Williams Shroder MS Asst Football Coach 1868.42 Arthur Woods Withrow MS Asst Football Coach 1868.42
E. CHANGE IN STATUS (A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).
Security Assistant 2 (Unclassified) From Darryl Chatman $15.69 hr. Roll Hill Sub Sec Asst 2 $15.69 hr. September 10 Wendell Davenport $18.66 hr. SCPA Sub Sec Asst 2 $18.66 hr. September 10 Glenna Peterson $17.19 hr. Western Hills Sub Sec Asst 2 $17.19 hr. September 10 George Williams $15.69 hr. Silverton Sub Sec Asst 2 $15.69 hr. September 10
Security Assistant 1 (Unclassified) From Jimmie McNeil-McFadgen $12.08 hr. Dater High Sub Sec Asst 1 $12.08 hr. September 10
Paraprofessional (Unclassified) From Nancy Bridgeman $14.50 hr. North Avondale Sub Teacher $115.93 daily September 10 Robert Davis $14.50 hr. Western Hills Sub Teacher $115.93 daily September 10 Lisa Merida-Paytes $14.50 hr. Clark Montessori Sub Teacher $102.54 daily September 10 Tonia Miller $14.50 hr. AWL Sub Teacher $115.93 daily September 10 Clarinda Penn $14.50 hr. AWL Student Serv Asst $12.08 hr. September 10
F. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (Provides for employment of personnel beyond the work day or contractual work period. Examples: club sponsorship, coaching.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following additional assignments. Positions involving co-curricular activities were filled in compliance with Section 3313.53 of O.R.C. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ at 50%.
Name School Position Amount Michael Beasley Gamble Montessori Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach $2819.37 Derron Brooks Woodward Sr. Hi Res Football Coach 2868.02
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
F. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities (cont.) Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ at 50%.
Name School Position Amount Antonio Davis Woodward Sr. Hi Var Football Coach 5096.11 Charles Dukes Oyler Sr. Hi Var Basketball Coach 4144.77 Charles Dukes Oyler Sr. Hi Res Football Coach 2868.02 LaVette Grayson Aiken Sr. Hi Var Volleyball Coach 2335.52 Donnitta Thomas Shroder Sr. Hi Cheerleader Coach (Fall) 1401.32 Curtis Thompson Jr. Hughes Sr. Hi Var Football Coach 5096.11 Vincent Ward Riverview East Sr. Hi Asst Var Football Coach 3819.37 George Williams Shroder Sr. Hi Asst Res Football Coach 2335.52
G. PROMOTION (Indicates that the employee is being recommended for a position with greater compensation and responsibilities.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of a promotion for the following. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).
School Community Coordinator (Unclassified) From Adam Wickert $21.02 hr. Project Connect Asst Sch Com Coord $15.52 hr. September 10
Maintenance Worker 2 (Unclassified) From Marvin Hogans $19.71 hr. Iowa Avenue Maintenance Wkr 1 $19.29 hr. September 10
Student Services Brailer (Unclassified) From Judith Anderson $17.91 hr. Student Services Paraprofessional $15.00 hr. September 10
Courier (Classified) From Diondree Parker $1391.84 bwk. Iowa Avenue Custodian 1 $1139.03 bwk. September 10
RECOMMENDATION 3 – CONCUSSION PROTOCOL FOR INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS
The Superintendent recommends that pursuant to the concussion protocol for interscholastic athletics in Ohio Rev. Code 3313.539, the following health care providers are authorized to conduct assessments of students who have been removed from practice or competition because of exhibiting signs of having sustained a concussion:
Cara Van Doren Kelly Camp John Brehm Mandy Estep Ashley Warrington Anita Beauchamp Stephanie Stalf Dilruba Rahman Mary A. Ronan Superintendent of Schools
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REVISED RECOMMENDATIONS OF SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Nelms seconded the motion that the Revised Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools be approved.
Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (6) Noes: None
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE TREASURER
1. Receipt of Donation from Neal Earley – That record be made of the receipt of a donation of $50 from Neal Earley to Cincinnati Public Schools. This was deposited into General Fund.
2. Agreement with Premier Support – That the Treasurer be authorized to approve the renewal of a support agreement with Microsoft to provide technical support for our Microsoft suite of products. The original support agreement was Board approved October 22, 2012, page 768, #19. This agreement is effective October 23, 2013 through October 22, 2014 for a cost not to exceed $50,000. Funding is from the General Fund, Information Technology Department.
3. Amendment to the Agreement with TechSoft/Primax – That the Treasurer be authorized to amend the agreement with TechSoft/Primax (Board proceedings June 24, 2013, #20) to provide additional technical computer support services for Silverton Paideia. The agreement will provide Silverton Paideia with additional tech support for 4 hours every other week for 46 weeks for a cost not to exceed $5,000. The agreement total is now not to exceed $661,081. Funding of the $5,000 is from the General Fund, Silverton Paideia Budget.
4. Approval of Payment to Brustein & Manasevit, PLLC – That the Treasurer be authorized to approve payment for professional legal services in FY 2013-2014 to Brustein & Manasevit, PLLC located at 3105 South Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007. These payments are not to exceed $10,000. Funding is from General Fund, General Counsel Budget.
5. Payment for Legal Services from General Fund General Counsel’s Office – That the following invoices be approved for payment:
a. Alan R. Solot – Professional legal services provided for bankruptcy matter in the month $ 240.00 of August 2013. b. Finney, Stagnaro, Saba & Patterson Co., L.P.A.- Settlement for attorney fees in a $120,612.58 legal matter in the month of September 2013.
AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDERS
6. The Superintendent recommends approval be given for the following purchase orders, charged to the appropriate fund:
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
6. AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDERS (cont.)
CLASSROOM FACILITIES 010
Mastic Removal
a. Central Insulation Systems Walnut Hills High School $54,000.00
Explanation – Abate Staff Lunchroom.
CLASSROOM FACILITIES 010/BUILDING FUND 004
Network Services
b. Nor-Com CPS Schools $57,250.00
Explanation – Provide data and voice network services for construction projects at Walnut Hills, Aiken, Rothenberg and Western Hills.
AWARD OF CHANGE ORDERS
7. The Superintendent recommends approval be given to the following change orders, charged to the appropriate fund:
CLASSROOM FACILITIES 010
a. Walnut Hills High School Revised Contract Amount Line 37 Mannington PO# 545990 CO# 1 Deduct $ (51,238.00) $ 2,564.00 Commercial
Explanation – The quantity for the Bulk Carpet Purchasing Program was estimated since the design requirements were not finalized. This change order reflects a deduct cost adjustment based on established bulk purchase program unit pricing due to a change in the final requirements of carpeting.
b. Walnut Hills High School Revised Contract Amount Line 32
Lebanon Winnelson PO# 549820 CO# 2 Add $ 50,443.00 $ 195,993.00
Explanation – The quantity for the Plumbing Fixture bid for this school under the Bulk Purchasing Program was estimated since the design requirements were not finalized. This change order reflects a cost adjustment based on established bulk purchase program unit pricing due to the final requirements for plumbing materials/plumbing fixtures.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
7. AWARD OF CHANGE ORDERS (cont.)
c. Silverton Paideia Revised Contract Amount
Monarch Construction PO# 587922 CO# 11 Add $ 44,878.00 $ 8,008,825.00
Explanation – Additional foundation work and ICF system. These services were included in the settlement approved for the project.
BUILDING FUND 04
d. Western Hills Revised Contract Amount Monarch Construction PO# 565480 CO# 283 Add $ 33,529.00 $17,954,941.00
Explanation – Demolition of foundations, fence removal, sidewalk removal, gardening and seeding at Western Hills.
LATE REQUEST
8. Agreement with River City Correctional Center - That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with River City Correctional Center. The purpose of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) shall be to provide services to adult eligible students in Hamilton County, Ohio. The River City Correctional Center agrees to enroll 138 students in FY14 and to provide an average of 35 hours of instruction per week. This agreement is for the period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014 for a cost not to exceed $31,188. Funding is from Fund 0501, Adult Basic Education.
9. Agreement with Urban Appalachian Council – That the Treasure be authorize into enter into an agreement with Urban Appalachian Council (UAC), where UAC provides ABLE services in Hamilton County to 160 students in FY14. The CPS ABLE Program provides grant administration and purchases instructional services from UAC. The agreement is for the period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014 for a cost not to exceed $43,976. Funding is from Fund 0501, Adult Basic Education.
10. Agreement with YWCA of Greater Cincinnati – That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with YWCA of Greater Cincinnati (YWCA) where YWCA provides services to adult eligible students in Hamilton County, Ohio. The YWCA agrees to enroll 250 students in FY14 and to provide an average of 34 hours of instruction per week. CPS shall be the fiscal agent and will purchase ABLE services provided by the YWCA. This agreement is for the period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $56,500. Funding is from Fund 0501, Adult Basic Education.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.)
FOR BOARD INFORMATION
LATE REQUEST
11. Agreement with Jewish Family Service - That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with Jewish Family Service (JFS) where JFS provides services to adult eligible students in Hamilton County, Ohio. JFS agrees to enroll 65 students in FY14 and to provide an average of 15 hours of instruction per week. The Cincinnati City School District shall be the fiscal agent and will purchase ABLE services provided by JFS. This agreement is for the period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $14,720. Funding is from Fund 0501, Adult Basic Education.
Diana C. Whitt Treasurer/CFO
Ms. Bolton moved and Mr. Kuhns seconded the motion that the Report of the Treasurer be approved.
Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Noes: None
President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
1. President Cooper Reed reminded the Board that everyone should have a copy of the payroll schedule showing that payment would be received once a month.
2. President Cooper Reed noted that three Board members would not be available on October 2, 2013 to meet for the Board Retreat. It was agreed that the date of the Board Retreat would be changed to Thursday, October 3, 2013, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
3. President Cooper Reed mentioned that ODOT is presenting some plans to the Madisonville community on September 17, 2013. The administration plans to attend and will provide an update.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
Diana C. Whitt Treasurer/CFO