Meeting Details
October 8, 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 7:11 p.m. by Mr. Greg Waltz, President. Mr. Waltz welcomed everyone and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Those in attendance: Mike Quaranta; Assistant Director; Michelle Davis, Adult Education Director; Steve Owen, Central Nine Teacher's Association President; and Laura Showalter, Executive Assistant/Benefits Coordinator.
Mr. Waltz asked if there were any changes/additions to the agenda. Dr. Kovach stated that Item 3.4 an additional donation from Clawson Communications had been added. Item 3.5 the Ivy Tech Memorandum of Understanding for Dual Credits had been added. Item 5.3 the attachment for the Memorandum of Understanding for Certified Salary Increases had been added after the agenda had been sent out. Also, Item 8.1 Adult Education Report was added after the original agenda was published.
Aaron Lamb moved for the changes/additions to the agenda as presented. Dawn Downer seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
2.
Program Showcase - Veterinary Careers
Video Presentation
Minutes
The Board viewed a video presentation of the Veterinary Careers class.
3.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
Minutes
Dawn Downer moved for approval of the consent agenda items as presented.
A discussion was held regarding the purpose of a 1.8 million dollar balance in the operations fund. Mrs. Cindy Payton shared how Central Nine managed that account. Further discussion will be held at the Central Nine Governing Board Work Session to be held later in the month of October.
Steve Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
3.1
Financial Report and Claims
3.2
Personnel Recommendations
3.3
Minutes for Approval
3.4
Donations
3.5
Contract/Agreement Renewals
4.
Old Business
4.1
Andrew St. John Dedication Service - October 21, 2020 at 2:30 p.m.
Minutes
Joe Hubbard shared that there will be four guest speakers at the dedication service for Andrew St. John. He extended an invitation to everyone for the service that will be held on October 21, 2020, at 2:30 p.m.
5.
Items of Action - ACTION
5.1
Request Approval of Revised School Billings
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the Board with the revised school billings based on the count day enrollment from September 18, 2020.
Brian Bair moved for approval of the revised school billings. Aaron Lamb seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
5.2
Request Approval of Board Policy Revisions
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the Board Policy Revisions for a second reading and approval.
Aaron Lamb moved for approval of the Board Policy Revisions. Joe Hubbard seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
5.3
Request Approval of Memorandum of Understanding for Certified Salary Increases
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval of the Memorandum of Understanding for Certified Salary Increases. He explained that highly effective instructors would receive a 2% increase and effective Instructors would receive 1.5%.
Aaron Lamb moved for approval of the Memorandum of Understanding for Certified Salary Increases. Joe Hubbard seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
5.4
Request Approval of Updated COVID Guidelines
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the updated COVID Guidelines for approval. He explained the changes/updates that were made to the document:
- Change in dismissal times
- Four entry/exit points instead of two
- Made adjustments regarding breaks and food
- Still no field trips
- Now allowing programs to have 3 guest speakers per nine weeks.
He stated that all adjustments and policies would be re-evaluated in December.
Aaron Lamb moved for approval of the Updated COVID Guidelines. Joe Hubbard seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
5.5
Request Approval to Remove Fixed Assets from Inventory
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval to remove 3 vehicles from the Auto Service Fixed Assets Inventory. He explained that these vehicles no longer meet the standards for the updated course curriculum. These vehicles are also being deemed as unsafe due to broken windows and major damage to wheels and tires that have become unserviceable in our school setting.
Joe Hubbard moved for approval to Remove Fixed Assets from Inventory. Brian Bair seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
6.
Director's Comments and Items of Information
We are working hard to continue our plan to offer Central Nine programs in-person to 100% of our students. So far the plan has been working. As we move closer to flu season we will see if any changes have to be made. We are prepared to handle changing to a hybrid schedule if needed. The busing to and from Central Nine is going very well from all schools including hybrid schools.
Our two 14 passenger buses were inspected recently. After this year they will not be approved to transport students. They are rusting out underneath. We are looking into options to replace them.
We are planning on participating in the Greenwood Halloween Parade on October 24th. We will decorate our fire truck and have various staff and students "ghouling" it up in Central Nine wear to walk the parade and promote Central Nine.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Director's Comments and Items of Information (listed above).
6.1
Superintendent Meeting Notes
The superintendents and I shared our modes of education. The Marion County schools all believed they would be in a hybrid schedule most likely until second semester. Students are attending at a very high attendance rate so far. The staff and students are doing well maintaining COVID protocols.
We met in person for the first time since March.
A discussion was had about the Performance Services presentation. The superintendents were in favor of supporting a project that was prioritized and immediately beneficial to our high enrollment programs like welding. There were concerns about individual schools' assessed valuation, debt service, and current projects could limit support. If we work on a priority list and a timeline with costs attached Central Nine's chances of moving forward seem greater.
The next step is to schedule a work session with the school board to determine a measured plan to move forward. It is recommended we set up a work session before the end of October.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Superintendent Meeting Notes (listed above).
6.2
October Students of the Month
Minutes
The Board was presented with the October Students of the Month.
6.3
Upcoming Dates and Events
- Fall Break - October 12-16, 2020
- Next Governing Board Meeting: November 12, 2020
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the upcoming dates and events.
It was also decided that a Central Nine Governing Board Work Session would be held on Thursday, October 22, 2020, in the Jim Hixson Board Room beginning at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the Facility Study.
7.
High School Division Update
Minutes
Mike Quaranta shared the High School Division Update (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.
Dawn Downer moved for approval of the Adult Education Personnel Report as presented. Brian Bair seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
9.
Adult Education Monthly Update
10.
Public Comments
Minutes
None presented.
11.
Board Member Comments
Minutes
A discussion was held regarding the education fund's cash balance. The Board suggested that we research the possibility of not returning the education fund cash balance that is above and beyond $500,000. If that is an option, it should be brought to the December Board for action.
12.
Adjournment
Minutes
With no further business, Aaron Lamb moved for dismissal at 8:29 p.m.
