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Submitted by Migration on Tue, 03/08/2011 - 10:26am
Dates:
Monday, March 7, 2011 - 6:30pm
Morris Education Center
March 7, 2011
6:30 p.m.
DRAFT Agenda
INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER/WELCOME
BUSINESS ITEMS
1. Approval of Agenda
2. Public Comment
3. Good News Report
4. Former Students in the Military
5. Consent Agenda:
A. Minutes
B. Personnel Report
6. Dropout Report
7. FY12 Budget
8. Important Dates
9. Other Items
10. Public Comment
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Leadership to Guide Innovation
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A motion is in order to approve or revise the meeting agenda for March 7, 2011.
Public Comment
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A sign-up sheet is available for public comment. A maximum of 30 minutes will be allotted for public comment at the beginning of the meeting and at the end of the meeting. Speakers will be asked to limit their comments to 5 minutes each, except in the event there are more than six speakers per session, at which time the chairman may limit the time allotted to 3-5 minutes per speaker. Speakers will be asked to refrain from discussing any individuals by name in accordance with the North Carolina Open Meetings Law.
Good News Report
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Globally Competitive Students
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NCCAT Scholarship
Sheila Mooney, DRS guidance counselor, received a scholarship from the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) to attend a weeklong seminar titled, "Young Black Males in the 21st Century," on March 14-18. Full tuition, textbooks, lodging and meals will be provided. Topics of study will include the roots and magnitude of the crisis for black males in America, issues of guilt and responsibility for the crisis, and how educators can address the crisis in their classrooms and schools.
DRS Campus Beautification
This spring, be sure to notice the abundance of azalea plants on the Davidson River School campus, thanks to a grant from "Make North Carolina Beautiful." Teacher assistants Penny Owen and Joanna Randolph took their personal time to pick up 50 azaleas in Raleigh, bring them back to DRS and work with the students to get them planted on the school grounds. The plants were offered as part of the "Azalea Celebration" with follow-up activities over the next three years, including an opportunity to obtain 100 more plants for school beautification.
Girls’ Circle
Davidson River School is sponsoring "Girls' Circle," a club for young women that aims to address topics pertinent to their lives. The project was initiated by Penny Owen and Joanna Randolph, assistants at DRS, who received grants from the TCS Education Foundation ($454) and United Health Heroes, part of President Obama's "Let's Move Initiative" ($500). Activities with the girls include yoga, exercise, weight counseling, diet analysis, and nutritional guidance sessions. DRS would also like to thank Earth Fare in Asheville for donating healthy snacks and filtered water bottles and for conducting nutrition programs for the girls.
TCSEF Grants at DRS
Davidson River School teacher, Joe Russo, received a $120 grant from the TCS Education Foundation for a Sesquicentennial project entitled, "Time Capsule," and $280 for an 1861 Baseball Game project. The 1861 Baseball Game project will supplement one of the senior projects at DRS. English teacher, Jessica Levesque, is assisting Mr. Russo with these grants and also received funding from the Foundation for an oral history project in which students will interview senior community members about their experiences growing up in Transylvania County.
DRS Taiko
The Davidson River School Taiko group has been invited to perform at several schools and colleges this year. They will perform at Mars Hill College on March 26 for the NC State Day of Percussion before an audience of high school and college musicians from across Western North Carolina. They will be performing at Appalachian State University on April 6 and at the Lake Eden Festival in Black Mountain on May 14.
School Health Commendation
A School Nurse Funding Initiative (SNFI) visit with school nurses April Owenby and Amy Parker was held on February 17. A follow-up report from Eileen Benson, Western Regional School Nurse Consultant, showed that Transylvania ranked 11th in the NCCAP Fall 2010 report of wellness indicators in counties from the school health point of view. Ms. Benson wrote, “Thanks to the efforts of your school nurses there are few children without necessary health care.” Regarding the status of emergency plans for students, Ms. Benson noted that “April and Amy have assured that students with illnesses both life threatening and chronic have plans in place that level the educational playing field. Medication compliance is excellent.” Regarding measurement and accountability of activities, Ms. Benson wrote, “Only when nurses can link improved health with improved academic performance can we say we make a difference. Transylvania’s school health program has evolved to this level of maturity. Thank you for making this leap from doing to achieving.”
Smile Dental Program
On February 25, the Smile Dental Program, a mobile dentistry lab, came to Davidson River School. Twenty-one students received dental cleanings, x-rays (if needed), fluoride treatment, and sealants (if needed). Six of those 21 students were referred for further treatment. This was a great opportunity for our students because the health of a student, including dental health, can influence scholastic achievement. The program was offered to all students at DRS with parental permission. There are plans to offer the program again next year with more participation expected now that students have seen what the program is all about. The Smile Dental staffers were extremely complimentary of the students and staff of Davidson River School.
On February 25, the Smile Dental Program, a mobile dentistry lab, came to Davidson River School. Twenty-one students received dental cleanings, x-rays (if needed), fluoride treatment, and sealants (if needed). Six of those 21 students were referred for further treatment. This was a great opportunity for our students because the health of a student, including dental health, can influence scholastic achievement. The program was offered to all students at DRS with parental permission. There are plans to offer the program again next year with more participation expected now that students have seen what the program is all about. The Smile Dental staffers were extremely complimentary of the students and staff of Davidson River School.
School Breakfast Success Stories
Studies show that students who eat breakfast are able to pay attention longer, demonstrate better behavior in the classroom, have improved attendance and less tardiness, and make fewer trips to the school nurse. Still, an alarming number of students do not consume a regular morning meal. Therefore, the NC Division of Public Health, Nutrition Education and Training (NET) Program has been asked to develop a school breakfast promotional kit. As part of the toolkit, NC NET plans to highlight the successful Transylvania County Schools Universal Breakfast program. On March 16, NC NET will conduct interviews, photos and videos with school administrators and staff, families and students at Rosman Middle and High Schools. The school breakfast video will be used for educational and training purposes across the state. Permission forms/releases will be required for all participants. The TCS Universal Breakfast program has been in operation for the past eight years.
Relay for Life
The 2011 Transylvania County Relay for Life will be held on June 3-4, 2011 at Brevard College. Relay for Life is a nationwide event which raises money and awareness for cancer research and prevention and also celebrates the lives of those who have battled cancer. Sarah Justice reports that each of our schools has signed up a Relay for Life team this year, perhaps the first time that every school has had one.
The 2011 Transylvania County Relay for Life will be held on June 3-4, 2011 at Brevard College. Relay for Life is a nationwide event which raises money and awareness for cancer research and prevention and also celebrates the lives of those who have battled cancer. Sarah Justice reports that each of our schools has signed up a Relay for Life team this year, perhaps the first time that every school has had one.
NCARE Award & McGinty Scholarship
David Sutton, Human Resources Director, was presented the Marvin Wyne Outstanding Student Paper Award for his doctoral research on superintendent succession at the annual meeting of the NC Association for Research in Education held February 24-25 in Charlotte. Mr. Sutton was also elected as a K-12 representative to the NCARE Board of Directors. In addition, David has been selected as the recipient of the Dixie L. and Miles S. McGinty Scholarship by the College of Education and Allied Professions at Western Carolina University. An awards ceremony will be held on April 13, 2011 at WCU.
Soil and Water Conservation Contest Winners
The following TCS students won awards in the 2011 Transylvania Soil and Water Conservation District’s Poster, Speech and Essay Contest. This year’s theme was Water – The Cycle of Life:
Third Grade Poster
1st Place - Kailyn McCall (BES)
2nd Place – Dalton Messer (PFES)
3rd Place – Brinley Horrell (BES)
Honorable Mention – Taylor Creamer (BES)
Fourth Grade Poster
2nd Place – Cray McCall (TCH)
3rd Place – Savanna Deiters (RES)
Honorable Mention – Maggie Morris (BES)
Honorable Mention – Jaclyn Neumann (BES)
Fifth Grade Poster
1st Place – Emilee Dodson (BES)
2nd Place – Lucy Carpenter (BES)
3rd Place – Abby Buchanan (RES)
Honorable Mention – Madison Allen (RES)
Sixth Grade Poster
1st Place – Marissa Henson (RMS)
2nd Place – Drey Owen (RMS)
3rd Place – Monica Santiago (RMS)
Honorable Mention – Alex Strickland (RMS)
Sixth Grade Essay
1st Place – Tanner Whitman (RMS)
2nd Place – Lasha McKinney (RMS)
3rd Place – Gage Clark (RMS)
Honorable Mention – Destynee Galloway (RMS)
Seventh Grade Speech
2nd Place – Madison Holden (RMS)
1st Place – Haley Parker (RMS)
Haley also won second place in the Area I competition in Waynesville.
Former Students in the Military
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The Board of Education would like to recognize former students from Brevard High School, Rosman High School, and Davidson River School who are currently serving or have previously served in the U.S. Military. Additional names will be included on the attached list as they are received.
Consent Agenda
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The following items are submitted for consent approval:
1. Minutes from February 21, 2011 (attached)
2. Minutes from March 3, 2011 (attached)
3. Personnel report for March 7, 2011
A motion is in order to approve the consent agenda items.
Dropout Report
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Dr. Scott Elliott will present the TCS Dropout Report for the 2009-2010 school year. A copy of the summary data is attached.
FY12 Budget
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The Board will continue its review and discussion of the FY12 budget. Norris Barger will give a report from the state finance officers’ meeting and present the latest budget information.
Important Dates
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Mar. 24
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Racial Equity Training
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8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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MEC
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Mar. 25
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NCSBA “Understanding the Role of the School Board Chair”
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Raleigh, NC
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Apr. 4
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REGULAR MEETING
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6:30 p.m.
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MEC
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Apr. 11
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Kindergarten Registration
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5:00 p.m.
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BES, PFES, RES, TCHES
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Apr. 14
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TCAEOP Awards Banquet
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5:00 p.m.
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BMS
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Apr. 18
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REGULAR MEETING
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6:30 p.m.
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MEC
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Apr. 25-29
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Spring Break
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May 3
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TCAE Banquet
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6:00 p.m.
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Glen Cannon
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May 9
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REGULAR MEETING
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6:30 p.m.
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MEC
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May 23
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REGULAR MEETING
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6:30 p.m.
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MEC
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May 24
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Scholars’ Recognition Evening
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5:30 p.m.
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BHS
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Days Missed:
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Make-up Days:
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December 13
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January 17
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December 14
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February 12
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December 16
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February 21
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December 17
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March 31
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January 10
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April 22
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January 11
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May 30
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January 12
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June 9
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January 13
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June 10
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January 14
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June 13
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February 10
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June 14
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Other Items
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An opportunity will be provided for other items from board members or staff.
Public Comment
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A sign-up sheet is available for public comment. A maximum of 30 minutes will be allotted for public comment at the beginning of the meeting and at the end of the meeting. Speakers will be asked to limit their comments to 5 minutes each, except in the event there are more than six speakers per session, at which time the chairman may limit the time allotted to 3-5 minutes per speaker. Speakers will be asked to refrain from discussing any individuals by name in accordance with the North Carolina Open Meetings Law.
Adjourn
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