1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/MOMENTS OF PRIDE

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Recommendation
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2. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

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Recommendation
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3. HEARING OF CITIZENS

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Recommendation
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Minutes: 

Delores Parker - Dual enrollment concerns

Anna Seerey - Dual enrollment and Florida universities

Lynn Hackett - Dual enrollment and Florida universities

Ray Krause - Dual enrollment and Florida universities

4. APPROVAL OF CORRECTIONS TO CONSENT AGENDA

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Recommendation
That the Board approves the corrections to the Consent Agenda.


Minutes: No corrections.

5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

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Recommendation

That the Board approves the Consent Agenda, consisting of items as a whole with action recorded as if it had been taken severalty.

Motions:
That the Board approves the Consent Agenda, consisting of items as a whole with action recorded as if it had been taken severalty.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Goodwin
Second: Caroline Zucker
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Jane Goodwin	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Bridget Ziegler	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

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Recommendation

That the April 7, 2015 (Regular Board Meeting) minutes be approved.

APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL/CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL REPORT

7. APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL/CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL REPORT

Description
N/A

Recommendation
That the Instructional/Classified Personnel Report be approved.

Attachment: Board April 21, 2015 (Regular).pdf
Attachment: Board April 21, 2015 (Addendum 1).pdf

RATIFICATION OF REASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO SCHOOLS

8. RATIFICATION OF REASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO SCHOOLS

Description

Reassignment of students to schools within the county have been approved by the administration or recommended by the Student Assignment Appeal Board in accordance with policies with the School Board.  They are presented for formal ratification.

Recommendation
That the reassignment of students to schools be ratified as presented.

Attachment: SB Reassignment Agenda 4.21.15.pdf (Confidential Item)

AGREEMENTS/CONTRACTS

9. APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING - COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF STATE COLLEGE OF FLORIDA, MANATEE-SARASOTA AND SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Description
This Memorandum of Understanding ("Agreement") forms the agreement between the District Board of Trustees of State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota ("SCF") and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida ("District") to establish one or more collegiate high school programs in accordance with s1007.273, Florida Statues.  The parties agree to cooperate to offer and option for public school students in grade 11 or grade 12 participation in the program, for at least 1 full school year, to earn CAPE industry certifications pursuant to s. 1008.44, Florida Statues, and to successfully complete 30 credit hours through the dual enrollment program under s.1007.271, Florida Statues toward the first year of college for an associate degree or baccalaureate degree while enrolled in the program.

Recommendation
That the Memorandum of Understanding - Collegiate High School Program District Board of Trustees of State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida be approved as presented.

Attachment: Collegiate High School Program 3-26-15.pdf

10. APPROVAL OF VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SARASOTA AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Description
This Vocational Instructional Program Agreement will allow Exceptional Student Education students, ages 16-22 in grades 10-12, a non-paid work experience to learn the day-to-day business operations at the City of Sarasota, Sarasota, Florida.

Recommendation
That the Vocational Instructional Program Agreement between the City of Sarasota and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida, be approved as presented.

Attachment: VIP City of Sarasota 3-27-15.pdf

11. APPROVAL OF THE TEXTBOOK ADOPTION AGREEMENTS WITH HOUGHTON-MIFFLIN-HARCOURT AND BIG IDEAS LEARNING

Description

An agreement with the aforementioned publishers, for a five year adoption period, to use the following programs as the primary classroom instructional tools for mathematics instruction in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

1.  Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt - GO Math K-5

2.  Big Ideas Learning - Big Ideas Math: Course 1-2 Regular and Advanced, Pre-Algebra

3.  Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt/Big Ideas Learning - Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Geometry

These programs represent the best possible choices for our students and teachers, as determined by the Instructional Materials Adoption Committees, for their respective academic levels.  These textbooks and associated resources will provide a leading pathway for our teachers and students to successfully navigate the Florida Standards and demonstrate a high level of proficiency.

Recommendation
That the contract with both Houghton-Mifflin-Harcourt and Big Ideas Learning be approved.

Attachment: GO Math K-5 2015-2016 Updated CP.pdf
Attachment: HMH Big Ideas Learning AGA Cost Proposal for Sarasota County.pdf
Attachment: Big Ideas Cost Proposal.pdf

GRANTS

12. APPROVAL OF THE PROJECT FRESH (FOOD AS A RESOURCE TO EDUCATION AND SCHOOL HEALTH) GRANT PROPOSAL TO THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE FOR FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES ON BEHALF OF NORTH PORT HIGH SCHOOL

Description
COMPETITIVE: Grant funds of $50,000 will allow the establishment of an agriscience-based program at North Port High School designed to provide hands-on skills in agriculture. 

Recommendation
That the Project FRESH (Food as a Resource to Education and School Health) grant proposal be approved.

Attachment: Project FRESH.pdf

FIELD TRIPS

13. APPROVAL OF RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT TO ATTEND THE NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS ON JUNE 27, 2015 TO AUGUST 3, 2015.

Description
Student will travel to Chicago, Illinois to participate in Future Business Leaders of America's National Leadership Conference.  He will compete in networking concepts and attend seminars to develop professional skills.

Recommendation

That the field trip for Riverview High School student to attend the National Leadership Conference in Chicago, Illinois on June 27, 2015 to August 3, 2015 be approved as presented.

14. APPROVAL OF TATUM RIDGE, LAKEVIEW, BRENTWOOD, BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS FIELD TRIP TO LANSING, MICHIGAN FOR ODYSSEY OF THE MIND WORLD COMPETITION

Description

Students of schools noted above will participate in the Odyssey of the Mind World Competition in Lansing, Michigan May 20 - May 23, 2015. 

Recommendation
That the field trip for Tatum Ridge, Lakeview, Brentwood, and Bay Haven School of Basics Plus to Lansing, Michigan, for Odyssey of the Mind World Competition May 20 - May 23, 2015 be approved.

EXPULSIONS

15. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO 15-252

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No 15-252, is in violation of an accepted settlement agreement for Alternative School placement due to refusal to enroll. On January 23, 2015 the student violated School Board Policy 5.32, Battery. It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from Sarasota County Schools until January 2, 2016.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statues and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 15-252, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately until January 2, 2016.

Attachment: Case 15_252.pdf (Confidential Item)

16. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO 15-201

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No 15-201, is in violation of an accepted settlement agreement for Alternative School placement due to Repetitive Disobedience & Disruptive Behaviors. On December 15, 2014 the student violated School Board Policy 5.32 Insubordination & Repetitive Disobedience. It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from Sarasota County Schools until June 1, 2015.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No 15-201, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately until June 1, 2015.

Attachment: Case 15_201.pdf (Confidential Item)

17. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO 15-136

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No 15-136, is in violation of an accepted settlement agreement for Alternative School placement due to refusal to continue attendance. On October 31, 2014 the student violated School Board Policy 5.32 Petty Theft. It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from Sarasota County Schools until January 19, 2016.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provision of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No 15-136, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately until January 19, 2016.

Attachment: Case 15_136.pdf (Confidential Item)

MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

18. APPROVAL TO AWARD BID #15-0316 FOR LANDSCAPE PLANTS, MATERIALS, INSTALLATION, AND RELATED SERVICES

Description

Bids to provide 'Landscape Plants, Materials, Installation, and Related Services' were received from four vendors on March 26, 2015.  The bids of Aquatic Plants of Florida, Inc., Landscape 941, and Wholesale Landscape Supply, Inc., dba Big Earth Landscape Supply were the best low bids meeting the advertised specifications.  Reasons for not selecting the apparent low bid are included with the bid tabulation.  This bid is for a period of one year with an option to renew for two additional one-year periods.  The funds for these purchases are contained in the transfer from capital budget allocated to the Facilities Services Department.

Recommendation
That the bids of Aquatic Plants of Florida, Inc., Landscape 941, and Wholesale Landscape Supply, Inc., dba Big Earth Landscape Supply to provide 'Landscape Plants, Materials, Installation, and Related Services' in an amount not to exceed $325,000.00, be approved as presented.

Attachment: LandscapePlants15-0316Rec.pdf

19. APPROVAL TO REJECT BID #15-0312 FOR PESTICIDE TREATMENT AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR ATHLETIC FIELDS

Description
Bids to provide 'Pesticide Treatment and Maintenance Services for Athletic Fields' were received from three vendors on April 2, 2015.  It is requested that all bids be rejected for unclear specifications.  The specifications will be modified and the bid will be re-issued.

Recommendation
That all bids to provide 'Pesticide Treatment and Maintenance Services for Athletic Fields' be rejected.

Attachment: PestVert#15-0312Rec.pdf

CONSTRUCTION

20. ACCEPTANCE OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES' COMPLETION AND APPROVAL OF FINAL PAYMENT TO CONTRACTOR FOR THE PINE VIEW SCHOOL PORTABLES PROJECT

Description
All work has been completed and all required close-out documents have been received from the contractor.  The final project costs have been internally audited and are enclosed herein in Change Order #1 for approval.  The Director of Construction Services has determined that the project is complete in accordance with state statutes.

Recommendation
That the Pine View Portables project be accepted as complete and the final payment to contractor be approved as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc4-21-2015_ProjCompl+FinalConPymt-CO1_PineViewPortables.pdf

21. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT #2 TO ARCHITECT'S CONTRACT FOR THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES FOR THE BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS ADDITION AND RENOVATION PROJECT

Description

While preparing the furniture order with the Purchasing Department, the principal stressed a concern for the lack of space in the staff break-room.  The space only allotted for two (2) 36" tables and provided no means for heating (microwave) or cooling (refrigerator) food.  The principal requested omitting one of the two staff restrooms within the break-room to expand the room and allow for a kitchenette.  This amendment covers the cost to redesign the space.

The total amount of these changes is $2,380.00.  These funds are available through the project budget.

Recommendation
That Amendment #2 to the Agreement dated 7/17/2013 with Fawley Bryant Architects for the Bay Haven School of Basics Plus Addition and Renovation is approved as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc4-21-2015_ArchAmend2-BayHaven.pdf

22. APPROVAL OF RANKING OF QUALIFIED AND CERTIFIED DESIGN/BUILD FIRMS TO PROVIDE DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES FOR MINOR DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Description

The scope shall include providing professional design/build services, under the terms of individual non-exclusive two (2)-year contracts, with an additional one (1)-year extension, for selected projects in which construction costs for any single project do not exceed $1,000,000.00, or for study activity when the fee for such professional services for construction costs to vary per project.  On 3/24/2015, the Professional Services Selection Committee (PSSC) met to select qualified and certified design/build firms for these services.  The PSSC has ranked them in accordance with School Board Policy #7.71.  The cost for these services for a two (2)-year period with an option for an additional one (1)-year period extension, is not to exceed $20,000,000.00.  Funds for these services are available through individual project accounts.

Recommendation
That the ranking of qualified and certified design/build firms to provide Design/Build Services for Minor Design/Construction Projects pursuant to Non-exclusive Continuing Contracts, for a period of two (2)-years, with an option of an additional one (1)-year period extension, at mutually agreed rates and conditions, be approved as presented and the Director of Construction Services be authorized to attempt negotiations with the six (6) top-ranked firms.

Attachment: BAIenc4-21-2015_DBCCRankedFirms.pdf

23. APPROVAL AND/OR RATIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES' CHANGE ORDER(S)

Description
The Construction Services' Change Order(s) are summarized on the enclosure for ease of review.  These change orders collectively total an increase of $46,440.00 in gross contract dollars. 

Recommendation
That the Construction Services' Change Order(s) be approved and/or ratified as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc4-21-2015_CSD-CO.pdf

24. ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMENTS

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Recommendation
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Minutes: 

Frank Kovach announced that he will not be seeking School Board Member re-election next term. He stated he has enjoyed serving for the past almost 16 years, but he feels the election process has been corrupted by cash from outside, special interest groups. He feels there are storm clouds forming with people locally and statewide that seem to want to destroy the wonderful school district that we have built. He feels people will say and do anything to get elected, and when he looks around at the politicians both locally and nationally, he sees a complete absence of ethics and integrity and this is something he no longer wants to associate his name with.  He is looking forward to the rest of his term, but he said he hopes one day the voters will track the money and perhaps see what this thing is all about. He wanted to make his announcement now and give perspective candidates plenty of notice to be able to plan for a campaign.

Shirley Brown said she was taken aback, but understands his decision. She said has enjoyed working with him and thanked him. She said she believes he adds a perspective to the school board that is welcomed and needed. But she, too, saw in the last election where outside dollars came in, and not only in the school board, but also the city races, hospital boards - what they call the "dark money" -  it is very disconcerting. We have also heard this is coming in Mrs. Zucker's race, and it is bothersome. She hopes voters in this county will take a look at that and watch - and not just the flyers in the mail - but know who our candidates are. She thanked Mr. Kovach for all his years with the board and she is sorry to see him go. It is difficult to run for office these days, but all the more reason we need qualified candidates and people who care about the school board and run for the right reasons. Hopefully whoever steps up will be there for the right reasons. She does not know if they could ever fill Mr. Kovach's shoes, though.

Jane Goodwin thanked Mr. Kovach and said she enjoyed working with, and sparing with him, talking about the Gators and all those things as well. She stated he had been on the school board for a very long time and done a remarkable job. He has that history and perspective that we sometimes look to. She knows how he fought for public schools and public education and for our students. She feels he is here for the right reasons because it is in his heart. She thanked him for that and said she looks forward to the rest of his term. She stated he has had a successful business career, a wonderful family and a lot of life ahead of him. She hopes it is everything he could possibly dream and want because he should enjoy all of the joy and happiness that he well deserves for his public service.

Caroline Zucker stated that this is unique to her because even though she lost her seat to him in 2000, she came back in 2004.  She felt he has added a different dimension to the board, so it has been a plus. She is so glad she came back and had the opportunity to work with him. She said they have never had a bad word, even though he beat her. She thinks that is pretty amazing from what you hear now in politics. She said they have been able to work together over these last eight years, and she will miss him. She thanked him for all of his hard work and attention to detail - and different detail than she might focus on - which has made it really great.

Bridget Ziegler stated she appreciated his leadership and has liked working with him so far, and is looking forward to working with him as he closes out his term. She said she believes he brings a wonderful dynamic to this board and she is sorry to see him go.

Mr. Kovach thanked everyone for their comments and said he wishes the culture of politics was different than they are today, but he is not willing to put his family and grandkids through the nastiness - it is a shame. He said it was not like that in 2000, but it has come to where anything and everything goes. He feels it is very disheartening, but he is looking forward to the next step.

 

25. ADJOURNMENT

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Recommendation

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Minutes: 

The Chair adjourned the regular Board meeting at 3:24 p.m.

We certify that the foregoing minutes are a true account of the regular Board meeting held on April 21, 2015 and approved at the regular Board meeting on May 5, 2015.

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Secretary                                                Chair
Lori White                                              Frank Kovach