Meeting Details
November 12, 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 7:04 p.m. by Vice President, Joe Hubbard. Mr. Hubbard welcomed everyone and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Others in attendance: April McManus representing Beech Grove City Schools in the absence of Aaron Lamb. Mike Quaranta, Assistant Director; Michelle Davis, Adult Education Director; and Laura Showalter, Executive Assistant/Benefits Coordinator.
Mr. Hubbard asked if there were any additions/changes to the agenda. Dr. Kovach stated that in Item 3.4, Ivy Tech Donation had been added after the agenda was posted.
Brian Bair moved for the approval of the addition of the Ivy Tech Donation to Item 3.4. Mike Metzger seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
2.
Program Showcase - CERT - Fire Rescue/EMS
Video Presentation
Minutes
A video presentation was shared of the CERT - Fire Rescue/EMS Program.
3.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
Minutes
Brian Biar moved for approval of the Consent Agenda Items as presented. 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
4.
Old Business
4.1
COVID-19 Guidelines Update
- The memo for hybrid learning that started November 9, 2020 (attached).
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the updated COVID-19 Guidelines. He explained that Central Nine has gone to a hybrid model. Johnson County schools attend in person on Monday and Thursday and Marion County Schools attend in person on Tuesday and Friday. Wednesdays are virtual for both counties. He explained that the intention is to go to 100% in-person learning as soon as possible.
5.
Items of Action - ACTION
5.1
Request Approval of 2021-2022 School Calendar
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval of the 2021-2022 School Calendar.
Dawn Downer moved for approval of the 2021-2022 School Calendar. Mike Metzger seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
5.2
Request for Approval to proceed with Facility Project Process
- Recommend producing an RFI that would allow Central Nine to hire an architect.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval to proceed with the Facility Project Process. He stated that he spoke with Mr. Waltz, he suggested that we get an RFI that would allow Central Nine to hire an architect. He shared that Central Nine does have money set aside to hire an architect. A discussion was held to make sure that the request was to proceed with the RFI allowing Central Nine to hire an architect.
Mike Metzger moved approval to proceed with RFI allowing Central Nine to hire an architect. Brian Bair seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
6.
Director's Comments and Items of Information
With all schools utilizing some sort of hybrid learning model, the Central Nine students are still getting transportation on the days they are supposed to be here in person. We really appreciate the efforts the participating schools and transportation departments have gone through to make this happen.
Our instructors have been working very hard to provide quality curriculum in Canvas for our students to engage with during their virtual days. Most of our instructors are truly utilizing the in-person days strictly for lab purposes. This will allow students to get as much hands-on experience as possible while they are on campus. As soon as Johnson County goes back to category yellow, we will plan on moving back to 100% in-person learning.
Our student services coordinators are adjusting to the social distancing rules during their C9 promotional season by utilizing digital materials and joining classes on Google meet and Zoom to promote C9's programs. We have developed a course description guide to hand out to counselors and others to showcase course requirements and other critical information.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Director's Comments and Items of Information (listed above).
6.1
Superintendent Meeting Notes
I shared the 2021-2022 calendar draft with the superintendents, and the important dates looked like they were lining up well.
We are all checking the IDOE website for the release of the 2020-2021 teacher appreciation grants. C9 works with the partnering schools to generate the amount C9 certified staff receives.
The superintendents and I discussed the facilities study further. They helped me understand pros and cons of the various building processes public schools can choose. As C9 gets closer to fine tuning the project cost with an architect's drawing we plan to present this with potential costs per district. We will then attach a timeline and steps needed to plan, pay for, and complete the project.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Superintendents' Meeting Notes (listed above).
6.2
November Students of the Month
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the November Students of the Month (attached).
6.3
Upcoming Dates and Events
- Thanksgiving Break - November 25-27, 2020
- Next Governing Board Meeting - December 10, 2020 - Program Showcase: Culinary Arts
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the upcoming dates and events.
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.
Brian Bair moved for approval of the Adult Education Personnel Report as presented. Dawn Downer seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.
9.
Adult Education Monthly Update
Minutes
Michelle Davis shared the Adult Education Monthly Update (attached).
10.
Public Comments
Minutes
None presented.
11.
Board Member Comments
Minutes
The Board thanked April McManus for attending the meeting on behalf of Beech Grove City Schools.
12.
Adjournment
Minutes
With no further business, Mike Metzger moved for adjournment at 8:15 p.m.
