Meeting Details
October 10, 2024
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: To engage, support, and empower students by providing active, career-based learning in an experiential environment.
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Mr. Greg Waltz, President. Mr Waltz welcomed everyone and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Waltz then asked everyone to remain standing for a moment of silence to honor the passing of Carol Tumey, former Center Grove Board Member.
Those in attendance: Mike Quaranta, Assistant Director; Michelle Davis, Adult Education Director; and Laura Showalter, Executive Assistant/Benefits Coordinator.
No additions/changes to the agenda were presented.
2.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
Minutes
Mike Metzger moved for approval of the Consent Agenda Items as presented. Dawn Downer seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
2.1
Financial Report and Claims
2.2
Personnel Recommendations
2.3
Minutes for Approval
2.4
Donations
3.
Items of Action - ACTION
3.1
Request Change to Date of Previously Approved Out of State/Overnight Travel
Color Matching Class, Chicago, Illinois - 12/17/24 - 12/19/24 (Rescheduled from 11/12/24 - 11/14/24)
Minutes
Dr. Kovach reminded the Board that they had approved the out-of-state/overnight travel at last month's meeting. He stated that the dates have changed, so we request approval of Out of State/Overnight Travel for Jon Keen to attend the Color Matching Class in Chicago, Illinois from 12/17/24-12/19/24.
Mike Metzger moved to approve the updated out-of-state/overnight travel dates. Linda Polesel seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
3.2
Request Approval of Revised School Billings
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval of the revised school billings for approval. He stated that this billing is based on actual count day totals.
Scott Alexandar moved for approval of the Revised School Billings. Dawn Downer seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
3.3
Request Approval of Executive Director's Evaluation
Minutes
Mr. Waltz explained that an evaluation was completed by 7 of the 8 board members. Scott Alexander refrained from completing the evaluation due to the fact that he was not on the board until recently and didn't feel he had enough experience with Dr. Kovach to evaluate him accurately. Mr. Waltz stated that Dr. Kovach was evaluated as highly effective.
Steve Johnson moved for the approval of the Executive Director's Evaluation as Highly Effective. Becky Nelson seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
3.4
Request Approval of Statement of Work with Vincennes University
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval of the Statement of Work with Vincennes University. He stated that it is the same agreement used by VU Project Excel in the past.
Linda Polesel moved for approval of the Statement of Work with Vincennes University. Dawn Downer seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
4.
Director's Comments and Items of Information
Minutes
Dr. Kovach stated that we have met with a group of individuals (every partner school was represented) to discuss the framework of Central Nine. This group of representatives from all of our partner schools was requested to meet so that they could evaluate how Central Nine can best meet the needs of our partner schools. The Board requested to be invited to the meetings to provide input.
Dr. Kovach reminded the Board that there will be a work session on October 24, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the 2024-2025 budget.
4.1
October Students of the Month
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the Board with the October Students of the Month (attached).
4.2
Upcoming Dates and Events
October 7-18, 2024 - Fall Break - No School
October 21, 2024 - Classes Resume
Next Governing Board Meeting - November 14, 2024- Program Showcase: Precision Machining
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the upcoming dates and events (listed above).
5.
High School Division Update
5.1
ECA Risk Assessment Report
Minutes
Mike Quaranta shared the ECA Risk Assessment Report. He stated that this is annual report that is shared with the Board.
5.2
High School Division Monthly Report
Minutes
Mike Quaranta presented the High School Division Update (attached).
6.
Adult Education Division Action and Items of Information
6.1
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. Scott Alexander seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
7.
Adult Education Monthly Update
Minutes
Michelle Davis shared the Adult Education Monthly Update (attached).
8.
Public Comments
Minutes
None presented.
9.
Board Member Comments
Minutes
The Board thanked Dr. Kovach for his leadership at Central Nine.
Steve Johnson thanked the Board for everything they have done for the students/staff during his 8 years of service while serving on the Central Nine Governing Board.
Mike Metzger shared what a loss education experienced due to the passing of Carol Tumey. It was shared that Carol was an amazing advocate for education in Johnson County. She will be truly missed.
10.
Adjournment
Minutes
With no further business, Mike Metzger moved for adjournment at 7:30 p.m.
