Meeting Details
September 10, 2020
7:00pm
James Hixson Board Room
Purpose
N/A
1.
Pledge and Welcome
This meeting is a meeting of the Governing Board in public for the purpose of conducting the Career Center's business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There will be time for public participation as indicated by a specified agenda item.
Mission Statement: Central Nine exists to engage and empower students by providing career-based instruction in an innovative learning environment. We make an IMPACT on our students' personal and professional SKILLS, which enables them to succeed in post-secondary and career opportunities.
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Mr. Greg Waltz, President. Mr. Waltz welcomed everyone and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Others in attendance: Brian Ford representing Greenwood Community School Corporation in the absence of Mike Metzger; Mike Quaranta, Assistant Director; Michelle Davis, Adult Education Director; Laura Showalter, Benefits Coordinator/Executive Assistant; Steve Owen, Central Nine Teacher's Association President and Lisa Pfeiffer, Medical Assisting Instructor in at 7:57 p.m.
Mr. Waltz asked if there were any changes or additions to the agenda. Dr. Kovach explained that there was a revision to the Adult Education Personnel Report.
Brian Bair moved for approval of the addition/change to the Adult Education Personnel Report. Aaron Lamb seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
2.
Program Showcase - Auto Collision Repair
Minutes
The Board was presented with an Auto Collision Repair video presentation outlining the program.
3.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
Minutes
Steve Johnson moved for approval of the Consent Agenda Items as presented. Joe Hubbard seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0
3.1
Financial Report and Claims
3.2
Personnel Recommendations
3.3
Minutes for Approval
3.4
Donations
- None
3.5
Contract/Agreement Renewals
- Vincennes University Aviation MOU
- Trine University MOU
4.
Old Business
4.1
Andrew St. John Memorial
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared that the dedication service for Andrew St. John would be held on October 21 at 2:30 p.m. in front of the CERT Building. He stated that he will be working with Joe Hubbard on finalizing the details and sending out invitations. The Board thanked Mr. Hubbard for his efforts in making the dedication ceremony happen.
4.2
COVID-19 Update
Minutes
Dr. Kovach updated the Board that a couple of adjustments had been made to the Central Nine Health and Safety Guides in regard to Covid-19. He stated that guidance was given from the Indiana Health Department in regards to the symptoms of Covid-19. It was asked how the students that are on a hybrid schedule are doing. Dr. Kovach stated that the student that are doing the hybrid schedule are doing extremely well. He shared that 6 of the 9 high schools are on a hybrid schedule. A question was asked if a student went completely online were they allowed to attend Central Nine. Dr. Kovach stated that the decision whether or not a student could come to Central Nine was made by each individual school corporation. It was questioned if a student was e-learning at the high school, shouldn't they be e-learning here at Central Nine? Dr. Kovach stated that it is mandated by the State that CTE classes be physically in attendance at least 50% to receive funding.
5.
Items of Action - ACTION
5.1
Removal of Fixed Asset from Inventory
- Recycle old phone system
Minutes
Dr. Kovach explained that a new phone system had just been installed on campus. He requested approval to remove the old phone system from the Inventory. He stated that there is a company that is willing to buy the old system for $500.
Dawn Downer moved to approve the removal of fixed asset from inventory. Motion passed 8-0.
5.2
Request Approval to Submit Items for Auction
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval to submit the requested items for an auction due to a lack of storage space.
Aaron Lamb moved for approval to submit items for Auction. Dawn Downer seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
6.
Director's Comments and Items of Information
The Governor's Workforce Cabinet released Perkins funding for the 49+ districts ($1.5 million in total) to use for COVID-19 purposes. Every district received at least $20,000. Central Nine received $40,785 based on enrollment.
Both students and staff at Central Nine have been doing very well adapting to the COVID-19 guidelines. Only three students as of 9/8/2020 have been positive. 160 students since the first day of school have had to quarantine or isolate due to contact tracing. Most of those students are back in school now. Also, all staff members are in school working. Overall, 100% in-person learning has been working at Central Nine.
Enrollment is at 1161 (compared to 1269 last year on count day). We are a little more than 100 students down. Our goal is to increase enrollment each year; however, due to the COVID-19 issues, we lost students to online learning. Participating schools are seeing 10-25% online enrollment.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Director's Comments and Items of Information (listed above).
Dr. Kovach was excited to announce that the Governor's Workforce Cabinet released Perkins funding for COVID-19 purposes. Central Nine received $40,785. This money will be earmarked for replacing masks for staff and students; cleaning supplies and also covering the cost of hiring subs for teachers that are out due to COVID-19.
The Board requested that if any issues happened prior to him sending out his Friday Notes that they be made aware at the time of the incident.
6.1
Board Policy Revisions - 1st Reading Vol. 32 No. 1
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the Board with the Board Policy Revisions Vol. 32 No. 1 and Vol. 32 No. 2 for a 1st reading. Mr. Waltz did let the Board know that he reviewed all of the policies and there were only minor changes to wording.
Dawn Downer moved to approve the 1st Reading of the Board Policy Revisions. Joe Hubbard seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
6.2
Board Policy Revisions - 1st Reading Vol. 32 No. 2
6.3
Board Policy Revisions - Teacher Appreciation Grant - 1st Reading
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the Board with the 1st Reading of the Teacher Appreciation Grant. This is an annual request in order to give the district the option to leave the policy as is or to make revisions. Dr. Kovach is requesting to keep the policy the same as last year.
Aaron Lamb moved for approval of the 1st Reading of the Teacher Appreciation Grant. Steve Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
6.4
Superintendent Meeting Notes
We shared current and future situations regarding COVID-19 at each school district. Marion County schools are forced to continue under the hybrid model until further notice. Johnson County schools are dealing with a variety of models. Center Grove is going back to in-person learning next week. All schools are striving to get to the 100% in-person model at some point this school year because it provides the best model for learning. Some of the students who elected to go 100%online are requesting to come back to in-person learning at the end of the first nine weeks.
The buses have been on time and consistent all school year. Even with most schools on a hybrid schedule and different hybrid schedules, the student have been at Central Nine everyday. Attendance has been excellent in light of the circumstances.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Superintendent Meeting Notes (listed above).
6.5
September Students of the Month
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the September Students of the Month with the Board.
6.6
Upcoming Dates and Events
- Performance Services Presentation - September 22, 2020 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Johnson County National Guard Armory
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the upcoming dates and events.
7.
High School Division Update
7.1
ECA Risk Assessment Report
Minutes
Mike Quaranta stated that this is an annual presentation of the ECA Risk Assessment Report that is mandated by the State. He stated that no action is required.
7.2
High School Division Monthly Report
Minutes
Mike Quaranta shared the High School Division Monthly Report (attached).
8.
Adult Education Division Action and Items of Information
8.1
Approval of Adult Education Personnel Report
Minutes
Michelle Davis requested approval of the Adult Education Personnel Report.
Aaron Lamb moved for approval of the Adult Education Personnel Report as presented. Dawn Downer seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0
9.
Adult Education Monthly Update
Minutes
Michelle Davis presented the Board with the Adult Education Monthly Update.
10.
Public Comments
Minutes
None presented.
11.
Board Member Comments
Minutes
None presented. Mr. Waltz informed the Board that he did review Dr. Kovach's performance evaluation with him prior to the meeting.
12.
Adjournment
Minutes
With no further business, Dawn Downer moved for adjournment at 8:07 p.m.
