2013-11-05

PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD OF THE PARISH OF EAST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2013

November 4, 2013

Revised Agenda

PROPOSED AGENDA FOR

EAST FELICIANA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD

Central Office Board Room, located at

12732 Silliman Street, Town of Clinton, Louisiana

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2013 - 5:00 P.M.

1. Call to order

2. Approval of the agenda

3. Approval of the minutes of October 1, 2013, public hearing and regular meeting

4. Special Recognitions

A. Edna Thomas presentation on Employees of Month for October and November, 2013

5. Communications/Reports

(1) Expression of sympathy to the families of Mr. Rivers Brown and Miss Nellie Brown, respective Father and Sister of Annette Brown, CNP Technician, Slaughter Elementary; in their passing on Wednesday, October 16, 2013

(2) Expression of sympathy to the family of Mrs. Eileen Siebert, Retired CDL Bus Driver; in her passing on Sunday, October 27, 2013

(3) Expression of sympathy to the family of Mr. Dwayne Mitchell, Sr., Son-In-Law of Alvin Wilson, CDL Bus Driver, Jackson Schools Route; in his passing on Tuesday, October 29, 2013

(4) Expression of sympathy to the family of Mr. Robert “Bob” Leslie, Retired Teacher; in his passing on Friday, November 1, 2013

A. Sales Tax Collections Report

B. Superintendent's Report

(1) Dr. Lewis and Warren Drake, State Department of Education discussion of School Performance Scores (SPS)/District Performance Scores (DPS),Value-Added Scores and Common Core

(2) Dr. Lewis presentation on fund-raiser “Pink for a Day” held on Friday, October 18, 2013 raising one time donation for “Friends of Lane Giving for a Healthier Tomorrow” for new state-of-the-art Radiation Oncology Center at Lane Regional

Medical Center and annual donation to “Susan G. Komen® October National Breast Cancer Awareness Month”

(3) Announcement of 2014 LSBA Convention at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 4728 Constitution Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA on January 20^th - 23^rd, 2014

(4) Announcement of 74^th Annual NSBA Conference at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA on April 4^th-7^th, 2014

(5) Adoption of resolution to join current litigation filed June 30, 2013, entitled “St. John the Baptist Parish School Board et. al. v. State of Louisiana, et. al. No. 622693, Sec. 24, 19^th JDC, EBR, State of Louisiana” seeking the 2.75% Growth Factor in the Minimum Foundation Program (MFP)

(6) Receive minute entry to reflect the following Board Members completion of LSBA approved School Training conducted by Louisiana Association of Parliamentarians at the Clifton Chenier Center Auditorium, 220 W. Willow Street, Lafayette, Louisiana, for the following:

(a) Olivia Harris, Board Member October 26, 2013

(b) Elizabeth “Beth” Dawson, Board Member October 26, 2013

(7) Receive Dr. Lewis’ report regarding administrative, instructional and support staff positions

(8) Request for out-of-state travel by EFHS Basketball Team to away basketball scrimmage games at Jefferson County High, Jefferson County, MS on Saturday, November 9, 2013 from 3:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M.

6. Old Business

A. Nancy Jensen, Consultant presentation for adoption of new resolution, district descriptions and map in connection with 2012 Reapportionment submission as requested by the Louisiana Secretary of State

B. Policy Review Committee submission of the following for a 2^nd reading and adoption of same as Policy:

(1) 2013 Louisiana Legislative changes, revisions, deletions and NEW POLICY to the following Board Policies:

(a) File: BBBC, entitled “School Board Member Continuing Education”

(b) File: DFD, entitled “Tax And Bond Elections And Sales”

(d) File: EBC, entitled “Buildings And Grounds Security”

(e) File: EE, entitled “Child Nutrition Program Management”

(f) File: GAMJ, entitled “Miscellaneous Conditions Of Employment” - NEW POLICY

(g) File: GBN, entitled “Dismissal Of Employees”

(h) File: IDDF, entitled “Education Of Students With Exceptionalities”

(I) File: IDE, entitled “Co-Curricular Activities And Extracurricular Activities”

(j) File: IDFA, entitled “Interscholastic Athletics”

(k) File: IKDC, entitled “Prayer In Schools”

(l) File: JCDAF, entitled “Bullying And Hazing”

(m) File: JGC, entitled “Student Health Services”

(2) Revisions for inclusion of language for payment to eligible employees who are called in to work Hurricanes, Emergency Closures, State and/or Homeland Security Declared Emergency Closures and facilitate with submission of reimbursement requests for same to local, state and/or federal agencies (i.e. DHH, FEMA, etc.) to the following Board Policies:

(a) File: EBBD, entitled “Emergency Closing of Schools”

(b) File: GBAA, entitled “Compensation Guidelines/Overtime”

C. Request revision of issue date to “on or before December 17, 2013,” in connection with previous Board authorization received October 1, 2013 Regular Board Agenda Item 7.H. Finance Committee Item 6. whereby approving recommendations to Salary and Finance Committees regarding budgeting and/or issuance of 2012-2013 TAP Performance Stipends and authorize a one-time payment to eligible certificated employees with December 17, 2013 payroll (funding sources: Title I, TIF or other Federal Funds) {as per School Board Policy File: DJC, entitled “Payroll Procedures” under ¶ Employee Payroll § Stipend Payroll and School Board Policy File: GBA entitled “Contracts And Compensation” § Salary Supplements/Stipends} along with taking benefits and related expenses out of each duly authorized stipend check

7. New Business

A. Finance Committee Report

B. Receive written request for use of facilities by Feliciana Heat Inc. (a/k/a Feliciana Heat Track Club), as submitted by Debra Stampley, of EFMS Track and Field beginning December 4, 2013 thru July 31, 2013 from 4:30 P.M. until 7:30 P.M. Further requesting waiver of any and all fees in connection with this request.

C. Receive written request for use of facilities by East Feliciana 4-H, submitted by Ursula Shaw, for receipt and distribution of annual sweet potato sales at Early Childhood Learning Center, on Thursday, November 14^th, 2013, Friday, November 15^th, 2013 and Saturday, November 16^th, 2013 beginning at 8:00 A.M. Further requesting waiver of any and all fees in connection with this request.

D. Receive written request for use of facilities by East Feliciana 4-H, submitted by Ursula Shaw, for East Feliciana Parish 4-H, East Feliciana Parish Cookery Contest at Early Childhood Learning Center on Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 7:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. Further requesting waiver of any and all fees in connection with this request.

E. Receive written request for use of facilities by Lori Bell, Mayor, Town of Clinton of EFMS Campus/Parking Lot in connection with line-up for Clinton Christmas Parade scheduled for Saturday, December 7, 2014. Further requesting waiver of any and all fees in connection with this request.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Henderson Lewis, Jr., Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools at (225) 683-3040, describing the assistance that is necessary.

There were present: School Board Members Olivia Harris, Elizabeth Dawson, Melvin L. Hollins, John Benjamin Cupit, Paul Kent, Mitchell Harrell, Michael Bradford, Debra Haynes, Broderick Brooks, Sr., Richard Terrell and Rufus Nesbitt. Board Member absent: Rhonda Matthews. Other Attendees: Henderson Lewis, Jr., Ph.D., Superintendent, Irma Lee Bendily, Admn. Asst., Samuel D’Aquilla, 20^th JDC District Attorney and other attendees.

Board President Michael Ray Bradford opened and chaired the meeting and turned the floor over to Monique Montgomery, Principal and her EFHS Students to give the prayer, lead reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag in unison and signing the EFHS Alma Marta.

The Parish School Board of the Parish of East Feliciana, State of Louisiana, was duly convened as the governing authority of said Parish for school purposes by Michael Ray Bradford, Board President, who announced the purposes of said meeting in accordance with the aforesaid written notice thereof. Board President Bradford stated the Board was ready for transaction of business.

Item 2. Board President Bradford then called for any additions to the above revised agenda dated November 4, 2013. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then called for a motion to approve the above noted agenda.

Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Brooks to approve the above agenda.

Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Matthews.

Item 3. Motion by Mr. Brooks, seconded by Mr. Terrell, to approve the minutes of October 1, 2013, public hearing and regular meeting, published in the official journal.

Item 4.A. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mrs. Edna Thomas.

Edna Thomas, Director presented as Employees of the Month for October, 2013 - Mrs. Marion O’Conner Matthews, EFMS and for the Month of November, 2013 - Mrs. Lillie Mack, Head Custodian, Clinton Elementary. Ms. Becky Johnson, Representative of Taylor & Sons presented EFMS Principal Keisha Netterville and Mrs. Lillie Mack with appreciation plaques and related items.

Board President Bradford called for a photo opportunity with Mrs. O’Conner, Dr. Lewis and Board Member Haynes and Vice-President Harrell. He then called for a photo opportunity with Mrs. Mack, Dr. Lewis and Board Members Kent and Cupit.

Item 5. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis for his communications.

Dr. Lewis noted expressions of sympathy on behalf of the Board to the families on the above agenda.

Board President Bradford requested a moment of silence. Amen.

Item 5.A. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis then turned the floor over to Mrs. Ruth Dart.

Mrs. Dart related to Board Members present that the October, 2013 Sales Tax Report reflects collections at 5% of $659,530.30 and delinquent sales tax collections of $14,419.40.

Board President Bradford called for any questions or comments. After some discussion by Board President Bradford, along with responses by Mrs. Dart, Board President Bradford proceeded with the agenda.

Item 5.B.(1) Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis related to Board Members and audience that today is a very exciting day for us and we would like to just share our information from the State Department of Education in reference to the School Performance Scores (SPS), the District Performance Scores (DPS) and Value-Added Scores information as well. He then asked Dr. Knight Roddy to come forward for the power point presentation based on our growth from last School Year.

Dr. Roddy greeted everyone and announced the School Leadership Teams are with us tonight and members of the audience. He related it is his pleasure to review the Accountability results from last year. He noted each year it seems like we have made some very modest gains and this year was truly a banner year and really exciting to be able to present this to you this afternoon. He extended congratulations to all of our Schools here tonight. He then began the power point presentation entitled “East Feliciana Parish Public Schools Creating Louisiana’s Premier Rural School District ... One Student at a Time ... One Team ... One Vision ... One Goal” (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference) and paper copy handouts for Board Members in attendance.

Dr. Lewis related as Dr. Roddy mentioned it is definitely a very proud moment for us here in our Parish and a very proud moment for public education in East Feliciana. He related we all know that scale has changed in the past it was a 200 point scale, now it is a 150 point scale, but one of the biggest changes and it is really a benefit for us because now the School Performance Score (SPS) when you get that information, it is really your performance from the year before. He noted on our 200 point scale, what it was not only a 200 point scale, but also it was all your testing information for two (2) years. So say for instance you had a bad year and the next year you have a good year, well they are going to average those two together and so you really did not get the true progress of you school. So now the information that we have this year, really shows us how we improved and our academic performance for last year. He noted being very proud of what of we have accomplished so far but as we celebrate, we are not going to fool ourselves, there is a lot of work that still needs to be done. He related last year, as you all know, the tests got harder. But I also must say tonight that the tests that will be taken this Spring is going to be harder than the tests that we took last Spring. He continued and then the next year, once again, we have all been following what has been going on in the media and we are going to talk about that in a few minutes, the tests are going to get even harder. So we have some serious challenges ahead of us, but what we can truly say, you know that we had those challenges that last year and we overcame those challenges and so we are going to do the same thing this School Year. He noted right now, we have for our top gain schools we have three (3) banners tonight to present to EFMS - Principal Keisha Netterville and AP Jonathan Coats, JES - Principal Megan Phillips and AP Latrice Ford-Anderson and Slaughter Community Charter School - Dr. Linda Saucier, Admn.

Board President Bradford called for a photo opportunity with all School Board Members, Dr. Lewis and School Staffers with their respective banners.

Dr. Lewis related at this time we want to also recognize and we have Mr. John Harris here this evening, we all know of the challenges we had last School Year and we are still very appreciative of the work that was done at EFHS during the Spring 2013 Semester where Mr. John Harris came in and took control of EFHS after having a very rough 1^st Semester and for his school EFHS to have a semester that was not promising at all, to end up and we get the School Performance Score and the school is a “C”, so we would definitely like to thank Mr. John Harris, for coming out from his retirement and taking charge as I said before, we are very appreciative and also for the fact that he and the Staff at EFHS that stuck with the school through those tough times and actually you were able to achieve. So what I would like to say to that is, we all know the challenges that we had at EFHS and we ended up with a SPS of a “C” and so we know that great things are in store for EFHS, because this year they have gotten off to a great start and we are very excited. But once again, as the Superintendent I would like to congratulate every single school, I would like to thank the Board for your support or actually for giving the vision for East Feliciana in saying that you wanted something different and for our Schools and everyone that I see in this audience today, for deciding to do things differently here in the District for our children and it paid off. What I will say as Mrs. Edna Thomas and I visited the Schools we celebrated at each school by delivering cakes to celebrate our success and as we visited Slaughter Elementary School one Teacher in particular just had a conversation with us and she said last year was very difficult and not did she say it was a difficult year, she said the challenge was so great that at times they did not believe that they could actually do it, but she said, you know what this year, it is so much easier. And as I was sharing with Principal Glascock, it is easier because now it is part of our culture, you know last School Year all of our Schools we started looking at data in a different way, we started looking at how do we help each individual student grow and it has paid off. Now as I stated today, we are very excited but we all know that there is so much more work that needs to be done. But I can truly say as I look into the audience today, those individuals who are leading schools whether it is Principals, Asst. Principals, those members on their Leadership Teams, our Career Teachers, if you visit any of our schools this year and I can say this after only being here for over a year, the Schools that I walked in last School Year and the Schools that I am walking into today, are totally different. It is a different feeling of academics and so to each of you that is seated in the audience today, I would like to thank you for all of your hard work and your dedication for last School Year and for what you are continuing to do as we move the District forward and I thank you.

Board President Bradford thanked Dr. Lewis on behalf of the Board we would like to thank you for coming in and your entire team during a time when we had a lot of struggle, but I think it was Frederick Douglas who said that “Without struggle, there could be no progress.” Again we want to thank you and your entire team, we are just amazed at your progress and we are going to take one step at a time and one day at a time and moving our School District forward. Thank you.

Dr. Lewis related as he mentioned before there is a lot of talk about Common Core State Standards and as we shared with the Board that we will be providing each of you with information and our community on this evening. He related the information in reference to Common Core as we know it is a controversial issue here in the State of Louisiana at this time and so we are very privileged to have former Superintendent of Zachary Community Schools, who is now working at the State Department of Education leading the Network that we are a part of and so on this evening we will have some update from the State Department from former Superintendent Warren Drake.

Warren Drake, Network 3 Leader, along with Tamara Johnson, Network 3 Coach from the State Department of Education distributed copies to Board Members and Dr. Lewis of his power point for this evening entitled “Louisiana Believes Level the Playing Field, Compete for Opportunity” (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference) and proceeded with same. He noted there were no Federal Funds used to write Common Core, 45 States have approved and adopted Common Core and the District of Columbia. He indicated a 5 year transition period commencing in 2009 with it being written, July, 2010 BESE approved, 2014-2015 SY is the anticipated full implementation of Common Core. He also touched upon Tests to be taken on computers with PARCC, for which Louisiana was the leader in writing PARCC Test which is aligned to Common Core. He also noted a great resource is on the LDOE website entitled “Teachers Support Tool Box”.

He concluded by extending his congratulations to East Feliciana Parish for having the 2^nd highest increase in the State.

Board President Bradford thanked Dr. Lewis and Mr. Drake for their informative presentations on the positive direction we are going in improving education in our Parish, he then proceeded with the agenda.

Item 5.B.(2) Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis turned the floor over to Miss Sharon Jones for her presentation covering the District wide fund-raiser “Pink for a Day” held on Friday, October 18, 2013 raising one time donation for “Friends of Lane Giving for a Healthier Tomorrow” for new state-of-the-art Radiation Oncology Center at Lane Regional Medical Center and annual donation to “Susan G. Komen® October National Breast Cancer Awareness Month”

Sharon Jones, Supervisor related to Board Members and Dr. Lewis that $1,500.00 was raised during the 2012-2013 SY and designated towards the “Susan G. Komen® October National Breast Cancer Awareness Month”. She noted that $1,303.15 was raised during the 2013-2014 SY with $1,000.00 one time donation for “Friends of Lane Giving for a Healthier Tomorrow” for new state-of-the-art Radiation Oncology Center at Lane Regional Medical Center and the remaining $303.15 designated as the annual donation to “Susan G. Komen® October National Breast Cancer Awareness Month”. She concluded by thanking all students and employees who participated with these campaigns.

Item 5.B.(3) Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis related to Board Members that he is in receipt of information from the Louisiana School Boards Association regarding the upcoming 2014 LSBA Convention at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 4728 Constitution Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA on January 20^th - 23^rd, 2014. He asked all Board Members to please check their calendars and let him know so registrations can be made.

Item 5.B.(4) Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis related to Board Members present that he is in receipt of information from the National School Boards Association regarding the upcoming 74^th Annual NSBA Conference at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA on April 4^th-7^th, 2014. He asked all Board Members to please check their calendars and let him know so registrations can be made.

Item 5.B.(5) Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis related to Board Members present that he is in receipt of correspondence from the LSBA regarding adoption of resolution to join current litigation filed June 30, 2013, entitled “St. John the Baptist Parish School Board et. al. v. State of Louisiana, et. al. No. 622693, Sec. 24, 19^th JDC, EBR, State of Louisiana” seeking the 2.75% Growth Factor in the Minimum Foundation Program (MFP). He noted there is a contingency attorney fee agreement that stipulates if no funds are recovered during the course of this litigation then there is no expense to joining School Boards.

Motion by Mr. Kent, seconded by Vice-President Harrell to authorize Board President Michael Bradford and Dr. Lewis, to use their discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board, in signing any and all documentation required to join the current litigation filed June 30, 2013, entitled “St. John the Baptist Parish School Board et. al. v. State of Louisiana, et. al. No. 622693, Sec. 24, 19^th JDC, EBR, State of Louisiana” seeking the 2.75% Growth Factor in the Minimum Foundation Program (MFP).

Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board Member Cupit, along with responses by Dr. Lewis, Board President Bradford then proceeded with a roll-call vote, as follows:

Yeas: Harris, Dawson, Hollins, Cupit, Kent, Harrell, Bradford, Haynes, Brooks, Terrell and Nesbitt

Opposed: None

Absent during vote: None

Absent and not voting: Matthews

Board President Bradford announced by a majority vote of 11 to 0, with 1 absent and not voting, the motion carried.

Item 5.B.(6) Motion by Mr. Brooks, seconded by Mr. Terrell to authorize a minute entry to reflect the following Board Members completion of LSBA approved School Training conducted by Louisiana Association of Parliamentarians at the Clifton Chenier Center Auditorium, 220 W. Willow Street, Lafayette, Louisiana, for the following:

(a) Olivia Harris, Board Member October 26, 2013

(b) Elizabeth “Beth” Dawson, Board Member October 26, 2013

Item 5.B.(7) Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis related each Board Member has been provided a copy of his informational report regarding administrative, instructional and support staff positions. He then turned the floor over to Miss Mavia Marsalis to answer any questions on the Personnel Items.

After some discussion by Board Member Kent welcomed back Miss Latrice Smith, Board Member Haynes questioned her title Gifted and Talented, Dr. Lewis related she is the Special Education Supervisor, Board Member Terrell questioned some of these changes with Personnel with title does that salary change with that also, Dr. Lewis replied according to what positions, Board Member Terrell related line three under appointments, Dr. Lewis yes, sir that Directors factor is 1.6, instead of 1.55, Board President Bradford then welcomed Mr. Dunn, it is good to have him on board and he is a local young man who is going to do a great job for us and who is a former Jackson High Basketball Player, am I right Mrs. Dawson, Board Member Dawson related yes, by all means. Board President Bradford called for any further discussion.

Board Member Dawson then introduced Ms. Stacy Gill, who is now the Co-Editor of The Watchman Newspaper and the audience this evening.

Board President Bradford then thanked Miss Marsalis and proceeded with the agenda.

Item 5.B.(8)Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Brooks and Mrs. Dawson to approve the written request for out-of-state travel by EFHS Basketball Team to away basketball scrimmage games at Jefferson County High, Jefferson County, MS on Saturday, November 9, 2013 from 3:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M.

Item 6. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mrs. Nancy Jensen our Reapportionment Consultant.

Nancy Jensen, Consultant presented the Board for adoption of a new resolution, district descriptions and map in connection with 2012 Reapportionment submission as requested by the Louisiana Secretary of State.

Motion by Mrs. Dawson, seconded by Mrs. Harris to adopt a new resolution, district descriptions and map in connection with 2012 Reapportionment submission as requested by the Louisiana Secretary of State, as prepared by Nancy Jensen, Consultant. Further, to authorize Board President Michael Bradford and Dr. Lewis, to use their discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board, in signing any and all documentation in connection with same.

Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with a roll-call vote, as follows:

Yeas: Harris, Dawson, Hollins, Cupit, Kent, Harrell, Bradford, Haynes, Brooks, Terrell and Nesbitt

Opposed: None

Abstained from voting: None

Absent and not voting: Matthews

Board President Bradford announced by a vote of 11 to 0, with 1 absent and not voting, the motion carried.

Item 6.B. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mrs. Haynes.

Debra Haynes, Chairperson of the Policy Review Committee presented for a 2^nd reading and adoption of same the policy revisions, deletions and/or new policy as set out on the above agenda as Items 6.B.(1)(a)-(m) and (2)(a) and (b).

Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Brooks to accept the Policy Review Committee recommendation to accept for a 2^nd reading and adoption of same the policy revisions, deletions and/or new policy as set out on the above agenda as Items 6.B.(1)(a)-(m) and (2)(a) and (b).

Item 6.C. Board President Bradford then turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.

Dr. Lewis request a revision of issue date to “on or before December 17, 2013,” in connection with previous Board authorization received October 1, 2013 Regular Board Agenda Item 7.H. Finance Committee Item 6. whereby approving recommendations to Salary and Finance Committees regarding budgeting and/or issuance of 2012-2013 TAP Performance Stipends and for Board authorization a one-time payment to eligible certificated employees with December 17, 2013 payroll (funding sources: Title I, TIF or other Federal Funds) {as per School Board Policy File: DJC, entitled “Payroll Procedures” under ¶ Employee Payroll § Stipend Payroll and School Board Policy File: GBA entitled “Contracts And Compensation” § Salary Supplements/Stipends} along with taking benefits and related expenses out of each duly authorized stipend check.

Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Vice-President Harrell to accept Dr. Lewis’ recommendation and authorize a revision of issue date to “on or before December 17, 2013,” in connection with previous Board authorization received October 1, 2013 Regular Board Agenda Item 7.H. Finance Committee Item 6. whereby approving recommendations to Salary and Finance Committees regarding budgeting and/or issuance of 2012-2013 TAP Performance Stipends and for Board authorization a one-time payment to eligible certificated employees with December 17, 2013 payroll (funding sources: Title I, TIF or other Federal Funds) {as per School Board Policy File: DJC, entitled “Payroll Procedures” under ¶ Employee Payroll § Stipend Payroll and School Board Policy File: GBA entitled “Contracts And Compensation” § Salary Supplements/Stipends} along with taking benefits and related expenses out of each duly authorized stipend check.

Item 7.A. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Richard Terrell.

Richard Terrell, Finance Chairman proceeded with the following presentation from the Finance Committee Meeting held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 31, 2013 (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference). He noted all four items were informational only.

Items 7.B., 7.C., 7.D. and 7.E. Board President Bradford called for a motion to cover all four remaining written requests for use of facilities agenda items together.

Motion by Vice-President Harrell, seconded by Mrs. Dawson to approve all four (4) written requests for use of facilities Items 7.B., 7.C., 7.D. and 7.E. as set out on the above agenda.

Board Member Olivia Harris noted the wonderful EFHS Honors Breakfast and Principal Monique Montgomery noted that 300 students participated and 207 made the Honor Roll for the 1^st 9 Weeks of School.

There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion for adjournment by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Hollins, prevailed until the next regular meeting unless called into special session by the President.

HENDERSON LEWIS, JR., Ph.D., MICHAEL RAY BRADFORD,

SECRETARY-TREASURER BOARD PRESIDENT