STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) ) BERKELEY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION COUNTY OF BERKELEY )

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1 STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) ) BERKELEY COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION COUNTY OF BERKELEY ) A Regular Meeting of the Berkeley County Board of Education was held on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 6:30 p.m., Boardroom, Berkeley County Board of Education. The following members were present: Jim Hayes, Chair; Dr. Kent Murray; Mac McQuillin; Phillip Obie; Shannon Lee; Kathy Schwalbe; Sally Wofford; Rev. Julius Barnes; and Frank Wright. Call to Order, Declaration of Quorum, Media Notice Chair Hayes called the meeting to order, a quorum was declared, and the media had been notified. Approval of Agenda On motion by Mac McQuillin, seconded by Kathy Schwalbe, the agenda was unanimously approved. Opening Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance Chair Hayes led those present in the Lord s Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance. Executive Session On motion by Frank Wright, seconded by Mac McQuillin, the Board voted unanimously to enter into Executive Session to receive legal advice concerning employment/contractual matter involving the Superintendent and an update on a pending employment/contractual matter. Return to Regular Session On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Rev. Julius Barnes, the Board voted unanimously to return to Regular Session. The Board individually recognized and expressed their gratitude to all District employees that were involved in the interview and hiring process of the new Superintendent. Action as Required From Executive Session Kathy Schwalbe made a motion to authorize the Board Chairman to execute an employment contract with Brenda Blackburn as Superintendent of Berkeley County School District with the contract to take effect November 1, 2015, through June 30, 2018, with an annual salary of $210,000. The motion was seconded by Shannon Lee and unanimously approved by the Board. Approval of Minutes On motion by Kathy Schwalbe, seconded by Mac McQuillin, the minutes of the regular meeting held on July 28, 2015, and special meetings held on July 22 and 23, 2015 were unanimously approved.

2 Citizen Comments There were none. Deputy Superintendent Goals and Areas of Focus Archie Franchini, Deputy Superintendent, shared a Powerpoint presentation outlining the recommended Goals and Areas of Focus of the District Strategic Plan with requested changes from the recent Board workshop. On motion by Shannon Lee, seconded by Sally Wofford, the Goals and Areas of Focus were unanimously approved. Administration and Facilities Strom Thurmond Institute s Study of BCSD s Future Growth Deon Jackson, Chief Administrative Officer, introduced Dr. Robert T. Carey and Dr. William Molnar from the Strom Thurmond Institute. They presented a Powerpoint presentation on growth analysis of the District over the next 20 years, including projected student population increases, a detailed fiscal impact analysis of the projected growth on the District, and school construction needs based upon the numbers. Financial Services IFB 455-(14-15) Band Instruments Brantley Thomas, Chief Financial Officer, presented IFB 455-(14-15) for Band Instruments. On motion by Rev. Julius Barnes, seconded by Frank Wright, IFB 455-(14-15) was unanimously approved for Lot #1 to Pecknel Music Company, Inc., for an estimated initial Order of $118,547; Lot # 2 to Taylor Music for an estimated initial order of $10,949; and Lot #3 to Washington Music Sales for an estimated cost of $31,578 as presented. Bond Resolution for Annual Payments for Installment Revenue Purchase Bonds (SAFE Bonds) Mr. Thomas requested approval of a Bond Resolution for Annual Payments for Installment Revenue Purchase Bonds (SAFE Bonds) of not to exceed $40,000, On motion by Kathy Schwalbe, seconded by Shannon Lee, the resolution was approved as presented by a vote of 8-0. Mac McQuillin recused himself from voting. FY15-16 Technology/Device Pilot Certification Proviso 1A.72 Mr. Thomas presented FY Technology/Device Pilot Certification Proviso 1A.72 for approval. Dr. Kevin O Gorman, Chief Academic Officer, gave an overview of the District s plan to use the money if received. On motion by Frank Wright, seconded by Dr. Kent Murray, the Board voted unanimously to approve the FY Technology/Device Pilot Program under Proviso 1A.72 as presented.

3 Insurance Premiums Update Mr. Thomas presented a Powerpoint presentation highlighting the variety of insurance premiums paid by the District. Semiannual Procurement Reports for January 1, 2015 June 30, 2015 The Board received Procurement Reports for the period January 1, 2015 to June 30, 2015 as follows: Sole Source, Minority Business, Emergency Procurement, and Purchase Orders over $100, Questions about the reports should be referred to Mr. Brantley Thomas, Chief Financial Officer. Instruction and Accountability Summer Programs Dr. Kevin O Gorman, Chief Academic Officer, introduced Priscilla Calcutt, Director of Curriculum and Instruction. She provided a Powerpoint presentation with an overview of the specialized classes and camps offered by the District during the summer. Superintendent s Report Recommended Resolution of the Board Hanahan Schools Dr. Michael Turner, Interim Superintendent, presented a recommended resolution concerning attendance lines for Hanahan area schools. Mac McQuillin made a motion to table the resolution, which was seconded by Sally Wofford. Discussion was held on the resolution. By a vote of 3 6 the motion failed. Dr. Kent Murray, Shannon Lee, Jim Hayes, Kathy Schwalbe, Julius Barnes, and Frank Wright voted against. On motion by Dr. Kent Murray, seconded by Frank Wright, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Board Resolution declaring the intent of the Board regarding the attendance lines of Hanahan Elementary School, Hanahan Middle School, and Hanahan High School. Authorization for Emergency Teacher Allocation: Up to 4.0 FTE Dr. Turner requested permission to hire up to 4.0 FTE emergency allocations if needed due to student enrollment numbers. On motion by Dr. Kent Murray, seconded by Mac McQuillin, the Board unanimously approved the request to authorize the Superintendent to allocate up to 4.0 Teacher FTE to address emergency staffing needs, and that such allocations be charged to the fund balance. Executive Session On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Kathy Schwalbe, the Board voted unanimously to enter into Executive Session to discuss student attendance appeals and employment matters including appointment of administrators and an update on pending matters.

4 Return to Regular Session On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Phillip Obie, the Board voted unanimously to return to Regular Session. Action as Required From Executive Session Employment Matter On motion by Dr. Kent Murray, seconded by Shannon Lee, the Board voted unanimously to accept the recommendation of the Administration to name the following individuals as Assistant Principals with contracts to take effect August 12, 2015: Kellie Gebhardt at Sangaree Intermediate School, Melanie Hofstrom at Westview Primary School, and Chaneka Person at Marrington Middle School. Student Attendance Appeals On motion by Dr. Kent Murray, seconded by Shannon Lee, the Board voted 6-3 to deny the appeal of Student #1. Mac McQuillin, Phillip Obie, and Sally Wofford voted against. appeal of Student #2. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Shannon Lee, seconded by Frank Wright, the Board voted 7-2 to deny the appeal of Student #3. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Dr. Kent Murray, the Board voted unanimously to approve the appeal of Student #4. On motion by Kathy Schwalbe, seconded by Dr. Kent Murray, the Board voted 7-2 to deny the appeal of Students #5 and #6 (siblings). Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Shannon Lee, seconded by Dr. Kent Murray, the Board voted 6-3 to deny the appeal of Student #7. Mac McQuillin, Sally Wofford, and Rev. Julius Barnes voted against. On motion by Dr. Kent Murray, seconded by Kathy Schwalbe, the Board voted 6-3 to deny the appeal of Students #8 and #9 (siblings). Mac McQuillin, Phillip Obie, and Sally Wofford voted against. appeal of Student #10. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Kathy Schwalbe, the Board voted unanimously to deny the appeal of Student #11. On motion by Kathy Schwalbe, seconded by Shannon Lee, the Board voted 7-2 to deny the appeal of Student #12. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against.

5 On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Mac McQuillin, the Board voted unanimously to approve the appeal of Students #13 and #14 (siblings). On motion by Shannon Lee, seconded by Kathy Schwalbe, the Board voted 8-1 to deny the appeal of Student #15. Sally Wofford voted against. appeal of Students #16, #17, and #18 (siblings). Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. appeal of Students #19 and #20 (siblings). Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Dr. Kent Murray, seconded by Kathy Schwalbe, the Board voted 7-2 to deny the appeal of Student #21. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Dr. Kent Murray, the Board voted unanimously to approve the appeal of Student #22. appeal of Student #23. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Kathy Schwalbe, seconded by Frank Wright, the Board voted 7-2 to deny the appeal of Student #24. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. appeal of Student #25. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. On motion by Shannon Lee, seconded by Frank Wright, the Board voted 7-2 to deny the appeal of Student #26. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. appeal of Student #27. Mac McQuillin and Sally Wofford voted against. Adjourn On motion by Sally Wofford, seconded by Mac McQuillin, the Board voted unanimously to adjourn. Jim Hayes, Chair Shannon Lee, Secretary