1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/MOMENTS OF PRIDE

Description

Recognition of Recipients of United Way Certificates and Awards - Sherri Reynolds - Nancy Ostrander

Recommendation
N/A

2. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

Description

Superintendent's Financial Report - Gary Norris - Scott Lempe

Recommendation
N/A

Minutes: FCAT Review - Natalie Roca

3. HEARING OF CITIZENS

Description

Melanie McMurray - Declining Arts Programs
Michael Figgins - Evaluation
William Myers - Reading 180
Bradley McMurray - Arts in Classrooms
Martine Collier - Arts and Arts Educator
Bruce Rodgers - Arts Education
Susan Burke - Arts Education
Diane Freeland - Arts Education
Nancy Roucher - Arts Education
Betsy Roberts - Florida House
Laurel Schiller - Florida House Discussion

Associate Superintendent Lori White spoke regarding the Arts Education and Associate Superintendent and CFO Scott Lempe spoke regarding the Florida House.

Recommendation
N/A

4. APPROVAL OF CORRECTIONS TO CONSENT AGENDA

Description

Withdraw Item #34 - Expulsion Case No. 07-258

Withdraw Item #35 - Expulsion Case No. 07-278

Withdraw Item # 64 - Approval of Revisions to School Board Policy 7.71, Selection of Professional Construction Related Services from New Business

Move Item # 43 to New Business - Expulsion Case No. 07-329

Item #48 - Facilities Services Change Order (S) - Supposed to deduct $14,920.00 and add $2,281.00.  Came to a positive change of $17,201.00 on the original sheets and then was changed to minus $14,920.00 on the agenda.  Should be minus $12,638.83.

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

Motions:
That the Board approves the corrections to the Consent Agenda.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathy Kleinlein
Second: Caroline Zucker
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Description

N/A

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: Carol Todd
Second: Kathy Kleinlein
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Description

N/A

Recommendation
That the May 8, 2007, (Monthly Work Session) and the May 15, 2007, (Regular Board Meeting) minutes be approved.

APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL/CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL REPORT

7. APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL/CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL REPORT

Description

Positive Comment - Caroline Zucker

Recommendation
That the Instructional/Classified Personnel Report be approved.

Attachment: June 5, 2007 Regular Board.pdf
Attachment: June 5, 2007 Addendum 1.pdf

GENERAL ITEMS

8. STUDENT PROGRESSION PLANS

Description

Elementary, middle, and high school Student Progression Plans.

Recommendation

That the Board approve the elementary, middle and high school Student Progression Plans as submitted.

Attachment: elem.pdf
Attachment: middle.pdf
Attachment: High.pdf

AGREEMENTS/CONTRACTS

9. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH SARASOTA HOUSING AUTHORITY

Description
This agreement will allow for non-paid career technical work experience for students 16 years and older, that are identified with a specific learning disability or emotionally handicap, Standard Diploma, Special Diploma Option I or Option II, that attend Booker High School, Sarasota High School, Riverview High or Oak Park School, to learn the day to day operations of running a business at the Sarasota Housing Authority.

Recommendation
That the School Board approve the agreement between the Vocational Instructional Program and the Sarasota Housing Authority, as presented.

10. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH SARASOTA HOUSING AUTHORITY, THROUGH ITS RESIDENCE OPPORTUNITY AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY PROGRAM, ALSO KNOWN AS R.O.S.S.

Description
This agreement will allow for non-paid career technical work experience for students 18 years or older, identified with a specific learning disability or emotionally handicap, Standard Diploma, Special Diploma Option I, or Option II, that attend Booker High School, Sarasota High School, Riverview High School, and/or Oak Park School, to learn the day to day operations of running a business at Sarasota Housing Authority, through its Residence Opportunity and Self Sufficiency Program, also known as R.O.S.S.

Recommendation
That the School Board approve the agreement between the Vocational Instructional Program and the Sarasota Housing Authority, through its Residence Opportunity and Self Sufficiency Program, also known as R.O.S.S.

11. ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND CHILDREN'S HAVEN AND ADULT COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. D/B/A SELBY PRESCHOOL TO PROVIDE EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SERVICES FOR ESE PRE-K STUDENTS

Description
The school district has a long-standing agreement with the Selby Preschool program to provide exceptional student education for Pre-K students. This addendum will allow preschool students attending the Selby Day School program to receive extended school year services at that site for the June 2007 summer session.

Recommendation
That the addendum to the contract for Pre-K services between the School Board of Sarasota, FL and Children's Haven and Adult Community Services, Inc. D/B/A Selby Preschool to provide extended school year services for ESE Pre-K students in June 2007, be approved as presented.

Attachment: Childrens Haven-Selby Add 6.pdf

12. SECOND ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND CHILDREN'S HAVEN AND ADULT COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. D/B/A SELBY PRESCHOOL FOR EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SERVICES FOR ESE PRE-K STUDENTS

Description
This addendum will allow Pre-K students to attend the Selby Day Preschool program to receive extended school year services at that site for the July 2007 summer session.

Recommendation
That the addendum to the contract between Children's Haven and Adult Community Services Inc. D/B/A Selby Preschool and the School Board of Sarasota County FL for extended school year services for ESE Pre-K students during July 2007, be approved as presented.

Attachment: Childrens Haven-SelbyAdd2 6.pdf

13. ADDENDUM TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT, INC. FOR EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SERVICES TO ESE PRE-K STUDENTS

Description
This addendum will provide extended school year services for eligible ESE students attending the Florida Center for Child and Family Development, Inc. for June 2007 summer session.

Recommendation
That the addendum to the contract between the School Board of Sarasota County, FL and the Florida Center for Child and Family Development, Inc. for extended school year services to ESE students be approved as presented.

Attachment: Florida Center Add 6-5-07.pdf

14. SECOND ADDENDUM TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT, INC. FOR EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SERVICES FOR ESE PRE-K STUDENTS

Description
This addendum will provide extended school year services for eligible ESE students attending the Florida Center for Child and Family Development, Inc. for the July 2007 summer session.

Recommendation
That the addendum to the contract between the School Board of Sarasota County, FL and the Florida Center for Child and Family Development, Inc. for extended school year services for ESE pre-k students.

Attachment: Florida Center Add2 6-5-0 2.pdf

15. ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND PINNACLE ACADEMY, INC. FOR EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SERVICES FOR ESE STUDENTS

Description
This addendum will provide extended school year services for eligible ESE students at Pinnacle Academy, Inc. for the June 2007 summer session.

Recommendation
That the addendum to the contract between the School Board of Sarasota County, FL and Pinnacle Academy, Inc. for extended school year services for ESE students be approved as presented.

Attachment: PinnacleAcademy Add 6-5-07.pdf

16. SECOND ADDENDUM TO THE CONTRACT BEWTEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND PINNACLE ACADEMY, INC. FOR EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SERVICES FOR ESE STUDENTS

Description
This addendum will provide extended school year services for eligible ESE students attending Pinnacle Academy for the July and August 2007 summer session.

Recommendation
That the addendum to the contract between Pinnacle Academy, Inc. and the School Board of Sarasota County, FL for extended school year services be approved as presented.

Attachment: PinnacleAcademy Add2 6-5- 2.pdf

17. AGREEMENT FOR MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE PROGRAMS

Description

This agreement is made on the 1st day of July, 2007, between Steven R. Newman, M.D., P.A. and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida ,for the purpose of contracting with Dr. Newman to serve as director of EMS (Emergency Medical Service) programs at the Sarasota County Technical Institute.

Recommendation
That the agreement between Steven R. Newman, M.D., P.A. and the School Board of Sarasota County, for the purpose of contracting with Dr. Newman to serve as director of EMS programs at SCTI, be approved.

Attachment: SCTI-MED DIRECTOR 07-08.pdf

18. ARTICULATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN OHIO COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGIES AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY

Description

The Articulation Agreement between the University of Northwestern Ohio College of Technologies and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida, is a partnership agreement between the university and the high schools and career centers/vocational school to recognize and reward those graduates who have acquired the skills for proficiency credit in specific introductory classes.  The university will grant advanced placement to high school graduates who fulfill course requirements agreed on. 

Recommendation
The Articulation Agreement between the University of Northwestern Ohio College of Technologies and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida be approved.

Attachment: SCTI-U of NW Ohio-agmt 2.pdf
Attachment: Tech Articulation App 2.pdf

19. CONTINUATION OF THE LICENSING AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FL AND GLOBAL EDUCATION TECHNOLOGIES (FORMERLY HORIZON SOFTWARE SYSTEMS) FOR THE "EXCENT" IEP SOFTWARE PROGRAM

Description
This is a continuation of an existing agreement for licensing and maintenance of the EXCENT software program used to develop IEP's for ESE students. The FLDOE software system is still in development and not yet ready for statewide use necessitating use of this existing program at least through the 2007-08 school year.

Recommendation
That the continuation of the licensing and maintenance agreement between the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida and Global Education Technologies (formerly Horizon Software Systems) for the "EXCENT" IEP software program in the amount of $47,355, be approved as presented.

20. CONTRACT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SEMINOLE COUNTY FLORIDA FOR MEDICAID ADMINISTRATIVE CLAIMING

Description
The School Board of Seminole County has developed, with Department of Education sponsorship, a simplified program for management and submission of claims under the Medicaid Administrative Claiming (MAC) Program. The purpose of the program is to allow districts participating with the Seminole Consortium to continue to participate in the MAC Program without payment of fees to consultants or billing agents.  This is a continuation of an existing agreement and is self-supporting via Medicaid funding.

Recommendation
That the contract between the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida and the School Board of Seminole County Florida for Medicaid Administrative Claiming, in an amount not to exceed $10,000, be approved as presented.

Attachment: Seminole-Medicad agmnt_00 2.pdf

21. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT/CONTRACTED SERVICES BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY AND SUNCOAST WORKFORCE BOARD

Description
The purpose of this agreement is to delineate the relationship and
responsibilities shared by Suncoast Workforce Board and School
Board of Sarasota County regarding drop-out prevention and
workforce services provided to at-risk youths by the GED Exit Option
Coordinators. This contract/ agreement is in the amount of $100,933.00, which exceeds the $25,000.00 limit, and requires School Board approval


Recommendation
That the agreement between the Suncoast Workforce, Inc., and the
School Board of Sarasota County, Florida for 2 GED Exit Option
Coordinators services in the amount of $100,933.00 be approved as presented.


Attachment: Suncoast Contract 07-08.pdf

22. APPROVAL OF CONTRACTED SERVICES BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY AND TREVOR HARVEY FOR SY 07-08

Description

The parent and student support liaison will counsel with students and parents identified by the school staff of Phoenix Academy to solve problems regarding attendance and barriers to higher academic achievement; will assist in the transition of students returning to districted schools providing follow-up via school site visit.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approves the contract in the amount of $45,152.00, with independent contractor, Trevor Harvey, to serve as parent and student support liaison.

23. APPROVAL OF THE CONTRACTED SERVICES BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY AND FRANCES SOSADEETER FOR SY 07-08

Description

This multi-faceted person will serve in three capacities:  1) To identify, recruit, and serve all migrant children and youth, also to maintain all relevant migrant data. 2) As the ESOL Parent Outreach Facilitator; to increase involvement among the parents of LEP students by assisting with concerns in negotiating the school system and provident relevant training that will empower parents as they work with their children at home. 3) Translation/ interpretation services for both Haitian/Creole and Spanish as needed. This contract is not to exceed $ 70,000.00.                                                                                                

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota approve the contract in the
amount of $70,000.00, with independent contractor Frances E.
Sosadeeter.

24. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE SARASOTA HOUSING AUTHORITY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA

Description

The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding is to outline conditions, responsibilities of the parties, and ABE/GED instructional services to be provided to eligible residents at the Janie Poe Housing Complex by the School Board through its Sarasota County Technical Institute.

Recommendation

That the Memorandum of Understanding between Sarasota Housing Authority and the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida, be approved.

Attachment: SCTI SarasotaHousingAuthor-Ja.pdf

25. APPROVAL OF PLATO CONTRACT

Description

Approval of contract with Plato Products/services.

SSP Coverage Period: September 01, 2007 - August 31, 2008

Recommendation

That the Board approves the Plato Contract as presented.

Attachment: PLATO.pdf
Minutes: Carol Todd deferred her comment to a later time.

26. APPROVAL/RATIFICATION FOR UPGRADE OF FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES COMPUTER SYSTEM

Description

In order to meet current federal reporting requirements, it has been necessary to upgrade the computerized cafeteria point of sale and accounting system (Computer Assisted Foodservice; CAFS).  This 16 year old system is being upgraded to WinSNAP/WebSMARTT by School Link Technologies.

This upgraded system will allow parents to make online payments and view student meal activity.  The funds for this purchase are contained in the capital and operating budgets allocated for this project.

 

 

Recommendation

That the upgrade of the Food and Nutrition Services computer system by School Link Technologies in an amount not to exceed $250,000, be approved/ratified.     

GRANTS

27. APPROVAL OF THE SEDNET PROJECT GRANT APPLICATION TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR SARASOTA MANATEE AND DESOTO COUNTIES

Description
CONTINUATION: Funds will improve the range and quality of programs for emotionally and behaviorally disabled and at-risk students.  The Sarasota County School District is the fiscal/administrative agent for the project serving Sarasota, Manatee, and Desoto Counties.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the SEDNET Project grant application.

28. APPROVAL OF THE CONNECTING TO THE NEXT GENERATION GRANT APPLICATION TO THE GULF COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF VENICE FOR TOLEDO BLADE ELEMENTARY

Description
COMPETITIVE: The trainings funded by this grant will move teachers from the informational stage to the application stage in their use of effective strategies to use in the classroom to increase reading and writing achievement.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the Connecting to the Next Generation grant application.

29. APPROVAL OF THE AQUACULTURE SMALL LEARNING COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATION TO THE FLORIDA AQUACULTURE RESOURCE COUNCIL FOR RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL

Description
COMPETITIVE: Grant funds will assist in the development and implementation of an aquaculture small learning community.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the Aquaculture Small Learning Community grant application.

FIELD TRIPS

30. APPROVAL OF THE PINE VIEW SCHOOL SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM FIELD TRIP TO WICHITA, KANSAS, ON JUNE 17, 2007 THROUGH JUNE 23, 2007

Description
Students in Speech I and Debate II classes compete in district, state, and national speech and debate contests.  Students will compete in speaking contests and earn membership privileges in the Catholic Forensic League, Florida Forensic League, and National Forensic Leagues.

Recommendation
That the Pine View School Speech and Debate team field trip to Wichita, Kansas, on June 17, 2007 through June 23, 2007, be approved.

31. SARASOTA MIDDLE SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY STUDENT ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONFERENCE IN NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

Description
Five students and two chaperones will attend the Technology Student Association Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, June 23-29, 2007.

Recommendation

That the Sarasota Middle School field trip to Nashville, Tennessee, be approved.

EXPULSIONS

32. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-112

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-112 is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On October 20, 2006, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-112 violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d) Battery on another student.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until July 30, 2008.

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. 07-112 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session until July 30, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-112.pdf (Confidential Item)

33. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-249

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-249 is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On February 6, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-249 violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(e) Disruption of School Function.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County schools until February 20, 2008.

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. 07-249 to expel the referenced therein from the Sarasota County schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session until February 8, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-249.pdf (Confidential Item)

34. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-258

Description
On February 9, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-258 violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d) Assault/Battery on another student.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 30, 2008.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case 07-258 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session and the entire 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-258.pdf (Confidential Item)

35. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-278

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-278 is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On February 12, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-278 violated School Board Policy 532(1)(e) Battery on School Board Employee.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 1, 2008.

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. 07-278 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session until June 1, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-278.pdf (Confidential Item)

36. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-294

Description
On February 12, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-294 violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d) Assault and Battery on another student.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 1, 2008.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 07-294 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session, until June 1, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-294.pdf (Confidential Item)

37. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-333

Description
On March 9, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-333 violated School Board Policy 5.32(1)(j) Possession, Use, or Sale of Controlled Substances.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 1, 2008.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 07-333 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session, until June 1, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-333.pdf (Confidential Item)

38. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-340

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-340 is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for an alternative school placement.  On April 10, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-340 violated School Board Policy 5.32(1)(h) Possession of a Weapon.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until April 26, 2008.  

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. 07-340 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session until April 26, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-340.pdf (Confidential Item)

39. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-345

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-345 is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On April 2, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-345 violated School Board Policy 5.32(1)(j) Possession, Use, or Sale of controlled substances.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until April 16, 2008.

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. 07-345 to expel the student reference therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session, until April 16, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-345.pdf (Confidential Item)

40. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-347

Description

On April 11, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-347 violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d) Assault and Battery on another student.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 1, 2008.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 07-347 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session until June 1, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-347.pdf (Confidential Item)

41. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-357

Description
On April 20, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-357 violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d) Possession of Pornographic Materials.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 2, 2008.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case 07-357 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session until June 2, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-357.pdf (Confidential Item)

42. EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-371

Description
On April 19, 2007, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 07-371 violated School Board Policy 5.32(1)(k) Threat to School Board Employee.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 1, 2008.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 07-371 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the 2007 summer session until June 1, 2008 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO. 07-371.pdf (Confidential Item)

MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

43. APPROVAL TO AWARD BID #7151 FOR CHARTER BUS SERVICE

Description
Bids to provide 'Charter Bus Service' were received from ten vendors on May 1, 2007.  The bids of All Aboard Charters, All Around Charters, Cruise Connection, Escot Bus Lines, First Class Coach, dba Martz, First Priority, Inc., Florida Gulf Coast Tours, LLC, Luxury Limos By Lee, Inc., Sarasota Coach Lines, Inc., and Sarasota Sightseeing were the best low bids meeting the advertised specifications.  This bid is effective July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2008, with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods.  The funds for these purchases are contained in the individual cost center internal account and operating budgets.

Recommendation
That the bids of All Aboard Charters, All Around Charters, Cruise Connection, Escot Bus Lines, First Class Coach, dba Martz, First Priority, Inc., Florida Gulf Coast Tours, LLC, Luxury Limos By Lee, Inc., Sarasota Coach Lines, Inc., and Sarasota Sightseeing, to provide 'Charter Bus Service' in an amount not to exceed $600,000.00, be approved for award and purchase. 

Attachment: CharterBus7151Rec.pdf

44. APPROVAL TO AWARD PROPOSAL #7150 FOR INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES

Description

Proposals to provide 'Independent Auditing Services' were received from six vendors on April 19, 2007.  The proposal of Cherry, Bekaert and Holland, LLP, was the best proposal meeting the advertised specifications.  These services include the external independent auditing of the district and the auditing of the schools' internal accounts.  The Auditor General's Office will provide external auditing services every three years.  It is projected they will audit the district in the 2008-09 fiscal year.  This proposal is awarded for a three year period with the option to renew for two years.  The actual cost for the 2008-09 fiscal year will be lower since the auditing firm will be serving in an advisory capacity to the state. The funds for this purchase are contained in the operating budget allocated to the Financial Services Department.

Recommendation
That the proposal of Cherry, Bekaert and Holland, to provide 'Independent Auditing Services' in an amount not to exceed $712,000.00 for a five year period, be approved for award and purchase.

Attachment: IndependentAuditServicesRFP7150Rec.pdf

45. APPROVAL OF CLASSIFICATION OF INOPERATIVE EQUIPMENT AND FURNITURE AS PROPERTY TO BE DELETED

Description

The custodians of the property (cost center heads) have certified it to be traded in on new equipment, unaccounted for, not repairable or otherwise inoperable.  Property still on hand after reallocation will be salvaged for any useful parts and then sold at auction.

Recommendation
That the classification of inoperative equipment and furniture, as property to be deleted, be approved.

Attachment: AgdDeleteProperty 060507.pdf

46. APPROVAL TO RE-AWARD BID #7066 FOR WOOD FLOOR MAINTENANCE AND REFINISHING

Description

It is requested that the bid for 'Wood Floor Maintenance and Refinishing' be re-awarded.  The bid was awarded on February 20, 2007, to All American Athletic Floors, Inc., and Pro Court Systems, LLC.  Pro Court Systems, LLC, has been non-responsive to the bid specifications and their bid has been terminated.  The bid is being re-awarded to All American Athletic Floors, Inc., and Riptide Unlimited, Inc. 

Recommendation
That the bid for 'Wood Floor Maintenance and Refinishing' be re-awarded to All American Athletic Floors, Inc., and Riptide Unlimited, Inc.

Attachment: WoodFloor7066Re-AwardRec.pdf

FACILITIES

47. APPROVAL AND/OR RATIFICATION OF FACILITIES SERVICES CHANGE ORDER(S)

Description
The Change Order(s) are summarized on the enclosure for ease of review.

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

Attachment: 060507BAYHCO4.pdf
Attachment: 060507 PV CO6.pdf
Attachment: Copy of FSD-ChangeOrderSummary06050.pdf

48. ACCEPTANCE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION FOR BAY HAVEN SCHOOL OF BASICS PLUS 2006 RENOVATIONS

Description
The contractor has prepared the Certificate of Substantial Completion.  The project is substantially complete in accordance with the contract documents.

Recommendation
That the work performed by John F. Swift, Inc., for Bay Haven School of Basics Plus 2006 Renovations, be accepted as substantially complete as of May 10, 2007.

Attachment: 060507BAYHSubComp.pdf

CONSTRUCTION

49. APPROVAL OF THE DELETION FOR DEMOLITION OF PORTABLE #99-515 AT RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL

Description

The specified portable must be relocated to clear a path for a temporary parent pick-up loop.  The portable recommended for deletion has been inspected by Facilities Services and Construction Services staff and is deemed to be no longer economical to maintain or renovate.  Funds for demolition are available in the capital projects account.

Recommendation
That the deletion of Portable #99-515 at Riverview High School from the F.I.S.H. inventory for demolition be approved as presented.

Attachment: BAI6-5-07PortDemoRHS99-515.pdf

50. RATIFICATION OF AMENDMENT #6 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE ARCHITECT FOR THE RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT

Description

This amendment provides for the additional services required to produce a separate package of construction documents for the auditorium and gymnasium and for the design of a separate ventilation system in the EHPA portion of the project.  The separate documents will permit an earlier start for this portion of the project.  The separate ventilation system is required by a change in the Florida Building Code occurring subsequent to the Board's execution of the architect's contract.  The amount of this amendment is $40,000.00.  Funds for this amendment are available through the project budget account.

Recommendation
That Amendment #6 to the agreement dated 9/20/2005 with BMK Architects, Inc. for the Riverview High School project be ratified as presented.

Attachment: BAI6-5-07RHS-Amend6Arch.pdf

51. APPROVAL OF NON-EXCLUSIVE UTILITY EASEMENT AT VENICE HIGH SCHOOL BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY

Description

This easement will assign an easement for the construction, operation, and maintenance of underground electric utility facilities (including wires, cables, conduits, and appurtenant equipment) to be installed from time to time; with the right to reconstruct, improve, add to, enlarge, change the voltage, as well as the size of and remove such facilities or any of them within an easement ten (10) feet in width.  This new underground electrical power installation will improve electrical service to the Island of Venice.  This easement has been approved by the School Board attorney.

Recommendation
That the Non-Exclusive Utility Easement at Venice High School between the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida, and Florida Power & Light Company, be approved as presented.

Attachment: BAI6-5-07FPL-EasmntVHS.pdf

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

Description

The Construction Services Change Order(s) have been summarized on the enclosure for ease of review.  These change order(s) collectively total an increase of $161,489.82 in contract amounts.

Recommendation
That the Construction Services change order(s) be approved and/or ratified as presented.

Attachment: BAI6-5-07CSD-CO.pdf

FINANCE

53. APPROVAL OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION SPECIFIC EXCESS INSURANCE RENEWAL EFFECTIVE 07/01/07

Description
Our expiring policy with Midwest Employers Casualty Company (MECC) was a one (1) year rate guarantee that covered the period 07/01/06-06/30/07.  The renewal quote from MECC is guaranteed for a two-year (24 month) policy period.  All of the other carrier quotes are for one year (12 months) only.

Recommendation
That the Board approves the renewal with MECC as presented.

Attachment: WC.pdf

54. APPROVAL OF "LIMITED CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT" WITH AON BENEFIT CONSULTING

Description

This will be a two-phase project.  The first phase is to assist with the marketing of the district long-term disability and group life insurance programs.  Both programs have had excellent rate stability for several years.  The current programs renew on January 1, 2008.  The markets for both lines of coverage would indicate that the time is right for the district to conduct a Request for Proposal.

The second phase of the engagement would be to assist with the renewal and analysis of the district group medical insurance plans.   

Recommendation

That the Board approves the agreement with AON Benefit Consulting as presented.

Attachment: Aon .pdf

55. APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT'S FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR PERIOD ENDING APRIL 30, 2007

Description

The first page of the Superintendent's Financial Report is a combination of all funds.  The District's revenues have increased 13.1% from the prior year as of the end of April.  The majority of this increase is found in local revenue.  The four largest increases in local revenue is the property tax revenue for general operations, an increase of 11.3%, property tax revenue for capital improvement (25.2%), interest (52.7%) and other miscellaneous local revenues, which have increased over 100%.  At the same time, expenditure growth was at 4.7%.  The small growth in expenditures is primarily due to a decrease in our debt service payments and a decrease in capital expenditures.

The second and third pages detail the individual funds based upon a cash basis.  These cash basis statements support the detailed budget data that has been shared in prior School board workshops.

Recommendation
That the Superintendent's Financial Report for the period ending April 30, 2007, be approved as presented.

Attachment: New April.pdf

56. APPROVAL OF NEW FORMAT FOR SUPERINTENDENT'S MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT

Description
It is our hope that the new format for the Superintendent's Monthly Financial Report will be more clearer to all who read it.

Recommendation

That the new format for the Superintendent's Monthly Financial Report be accepted as presented.

Attachment: Copy of New April.pdf

57. APPROVAL OF PETTY CASH FUNDS FOR 2007-08

Description
Attached is the list of Cost Centers requesting petty cash for the 2007-2008 school year.

Recommendation
That the petty cash requests be approved as presented.

Attachment: Petty cash 2007-08.pdf

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

58. APPROVAL OF A NEW JOB DESCRIPTION FOR RECORD RETENTION COORDINATOR

Description
The new job description for Record Retention Coordinator is being presented for School Board approval.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota approve the new job description for Record Retention Coordinator.

Attachment: Job 307 - RecRetCoord.pdf

59. APPROVAL OF A NEW JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PRINCIPAL, TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL

Description
The new job description for Principal, Technical High School is being presented for School Board approval.   

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota approve the new job description for Principal, Technical High School.

Attachment: Job 308 - PrinTechHS.pdf

SCHOOL BOARD RULES

60. APPROVAL OF REVISIONS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 5.13, 6.172, 6.17, AND NEW SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6.173, 5.371

Description

It is recommended that the indicated changes be made to bring these policies up-to-date with the latest legislative changes.

5.13, Postsecondary Vocational Programs
6.172, License of School Bus Driver
6.17, Appointment or Employment Requirements

New Policy 6.173, Responsibilities of School Bus Operators

It is recommended by EMCS to adopt a new policy to outline responsibilities of school bus drivers according with the latest legislative changes.

New Policy 5.371, Gang Control

This proposed policy and associated procedures are intended to provide guidelines to staff concerning youth gang activity.  These guidelines are to address problems associated with youth gangs through proactive education and disciplinary action when necessary.

Recommendation
That the Board approve the revisions to School Board Policies:  5.13, Postsecondary Vocational Programs; 6.172, License of School Bus Driver; 6.17, Appointment or Employment Requirements; and new Policies 6.173, Responsibilities of School Bus Operators; 5.371, Gang Control.

Attachment: Policy 5.13.pdf
Attachment: Policy 5.371.pdf
Attachment: Policy 6.17.pdf
Attachment: Policy 6.172.pdf
Attachment: Policy 6.173.pdf

61. APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY #2.71, POLICY AGAINST DISCRIMINATION FOR STUDENTS AND SCHOOL BOARD POLICY #2.72, POLICY AGAINST DISCRIMINATION FOR EMPLOYEES/APPLICANTS

Description
The policies are as they have been and have been advertised.  The change is that the procedures have been removed and will be handled administratively consistent with all other district procedures.

Recommendation

That the School Board Policy #2.71, Policy Against Discrimination for Students and School Board Policy #2.72, Policy Against Discrimination for Employees/Applicants be approved as presented.

 

Attachment: Policy against Discrimination for Students.pdf
Attachment: Policy Against Discrimination for Employees-Applicants.pdf

62. EXPULSION CASE NO 07-329

Description

 

A hearing was held on April 30, 2007, by a Hearing Officer appointed by the School Board to provide a recommended order for Expulsion for Case No. 07-329.  His recommendation is presented for School Board action.  It is recommended that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until April 9, 2008.

 

Recommendation

 

#62-That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the recommendation of the Hearing Officer as specified in Expulsion Case No. 07-329 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2006-2007 academic year, the 2007 summer session until April 9 of the 2007-2008 academic year.

Attachment: 07-329.pdf (Confidential Item)
Minutes: 

Was previously Item #43 on the Consent Agenda.  Moved at table to New Business and became Item #62.

Susan, (mother of student), spoke regarding the matter of her child.

Motions:
#62-That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34 and the recommendation of the Hearing Officer as specified in Expulsion Case No. 07-329 to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2006-2007 academic year, the 2007 summer session until April 9 of the 2007-2008 academic year.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Carol Todd
Second: Caroline Zucker
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

63. APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE A NEW POLICY, 5.50 - ACADEMIC HONESTY

Description
The School Board of Sarasota County strongly believes that academic honesty must be practiced by all students.  This policy was crafted to set student expectations for academic integrity and honesty.

Recommendation
#63-That the Board approve to advertise a new policy 5.50, Academic Honesty.

Attachment: POLICY 5.50.pdf
Minutes: 

Motions:
#63-That the Board approve to advertise a new policy 5.50, Academic Honesty.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathy Kleinlein
Second: Carol Todd
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

64. APPROVAL OF REVISIONS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7.71, SELECTION OF PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION RELATED SERVICES

Description

7.71, Selection of Professional Construction Related Services-

The revisions to restructure the Professional Services Selection Committee (PSSC) membership are being proposed for the following reasons:  [1] to reflect the current organizational structure of the District, including new and/or eliminated positions/titles and [2] allow more flexibility in scheduling the required meetings. Although the policy states that a quorum constitutes five (5) members, is the Board's desire to have a full committee of all eight (8) members in attendance whenever possible.  

 

Recommendation

#64-That the Board approves the revisions to 7.71, Selection Policy for Professional Construction Related Services.

Attachment: Policy 7.71.pdf
Attachment: BAIenc4-17-07.pdf

65. APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATIONS OF MEDIA ADVISORY COMMMITTEE REGARDING CHALLENGED MATERIAL

Description
Pursuant to School Board Policy 4.30, a parent has challenged the appropriateness of instructional material. A school media advisory committee has reviewed the book and recommended its continued use. On further appeal the district media advisory committee concurred and recommended the books continued use at the high school level.

Recommendation
#65-That the School Board approve the recommendations of the district media advisory committee regarding the request for reconsideration of instructional material concerning the book "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier.

Attachment: School Comm P1.pdf
Attachment: School Comm P2.pdf
Attachment: District Comm P1.pdf
Attachment: District Comm P2.pdf

Motions:
#65-That the School Board approve the recommendations of the district media advisory committee regarding the request for reconsideration of instructional material concerning the book "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Carol Todd
Second: Shirley Brown
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

66. APPROVAL OF THE SALARY SCHEDULES AND PAYROLL DATES FOR THE 2007-2008 SCHOOL YEAR

Description
Salary schedules and payroll calendar for the 2007-2008 school year are presented for School Board approval.  Specifically included are salary schedules for:  Associate Superintendents, Instructional Personnel, Classified Personnel, Administrators, Vocational/Adult and Community Education, and temporary/part-time employees.  These schedules mirror those applied during the 2005-2007 school year.

Recommendation
#66-That the salary schedules and payroll calendar for the 2007-2008 school year be approved as presented.

Attachment: Associate-Chief Fin Rev4-07.pdf
Attachment: Instructional-0708.pdf
Attachment: Instructional-Modified 2007.pdf
Attachment: Supplements 2007-08.pdf
Attachment: Admin Ass't 0708.pdf
Attachment: Sch Support Personnel 2007.pdf
Attachment: Classified Longevity 2007.pdf
Attachment: Custodial 2007-08.pdf
Attachment: Food Service-2007-08.pdf
Attachment: Leadman-SSP8,10,11 2007-08.pdf
Attachment: Adult Enrichment 2007-08.pdf
Attachment: Voc Inst Certificated 2007.pdf
Attachment: Vocational Aide 2007-08.pdf
Attachment: Vocational Food Service 200.pdf
Attachment: Vocational Secretary 2007-0.pdf
Attachment: Instructional Longevity 200.pdf
Attachment: Confidential 2007-08 2.pdf
Attachment: Copy of Calendar0708.pdf
Attachment: Admin-Super-Manage-0708.pdf
Attachment: Principals-Assist Prin 2007-08.pdf
Attachment: Temporary-Substitute 2007-0.pdf
Minutes: 

Vice Chair Kathy Kleinlein offered a friendly amendment that we still continue to offer the COO the salary that was approved, so that we can move ahead with that hiring.  Amendment that the Board deletes the lane, but continue to move ahead with the COO.  Carolyn Zucker seconded the friendly amendment.

Vice Chair Kathy Kleinlein withdrew the amendment and Carolyn Zucker seconded the withdrawal of the amendment.

 

 

Motions:
#66-That the salary schedules and payroll calendar for the 2007-2008 school year be approved as presented.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Kathy Kleinlein
Second: Caroline Zucker
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Nay
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

67. APPROVAL OF A NEW JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ARCHIBUS DATABASE FACILITATOR

Description
The new job description for Archibus Database Facilitator is being presented for School Board approval.

Recommendation
#67-That the School Board of Sarasota approve the new job description for Archibus Database Facilitator.

Attachment: EDITEDJob 306-ArchibusDat.pdf
Minutes: New job descriptions should be placed on New Business and revised job descriptions should be placed on the Consent Agenda. 

Motions:
#67-That the School Board of Sarasota approve the new job description for Archibus Database Facilitator.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Caroline Zucker
Second: Kathy Kleinlein
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

68. ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMENTS

Description

N/A

Recommendation
N/A

69. ADJOURNMENT

Description
N/A

Recommendation
N/A

Minutes: 

The Chair adjourned the regular Board Meeting at 4:55 p.m.

We certify that the foregoing minutes are a true account of the Regular Board Meeting held on June 5, 2007, and approved at the regular Board meeting on June 19, 2007.