BoardNotes: February 2020
Highlights from the Caroline Board of Education Meeting
Pledge of Allegiance
REPORTS
Board Member Reports
Mr. Newcomb stated that he enjoyed the state superintendent and state student board member visit to Caroline. He added that he later saw the student board member in Annapolis, and she shared that Caroline had been her favorite school system visit.
Ms. Dill also mentioned Dr. Salmon's visit, saying she "had a passion for Caroline" where her career began. Her favorite event this month was the guitar project presentation by Advanced Manufacturing Program students at CCTC.
Mr. Abner and Ms. Cheek both highlighted the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration and praised the students who performed, along with Janet Fountain and Wanda Molock for once again organizing the annual event.
Mr. Rowe shared that the Junior Achievement program had acquired a facility in Salisbury. He stated he strongly believes in this program, and commended the board for getting CCPS into the program.
Superintendent Report
Imagination Library Donation
Assistant Superintendent & Directors Report
Student Representative Reports
Isha Sehar, representative from Colonel Richardson High School (CRHS), highlighted the following news in her report:
- Federalsburg Elementary will be conducting a Block Party night as an incentive for students.
- Preston Elementary will be visited by the Maryland Science Center who will conduct assemblies for all students.
- Col. Richardson Middle School FIRST Lego League teams will be traveling to UMBC for state competition.
- Col. Richardson High School's Drama Club is presenting "Once on This Island" in February.
Hailey Guack, representative from North Caroline High School (NCHS), highlighted the following news in her report:
- Denton Elementary School hosted a successful Donuts with Dads / Pastries with Pals event.
- Greensboro Elementary School now has a Young Gentlemen's Club (see pledge details above).
- Ridgely Elementary School held a Family Academic Night.
- Lockerman Middle School's Purple Club 'went purple' for the boys and girls basketball games.
- Caroline Career and Technology is holding an Open House and AMP Night on Feb. 10th.
- North Caroline High School is hosting a countywide Black History Month event on Feb. 21st.
Finance Report
Revised 2019-2020 Budget Calendar (Information Only)
Mr. Nagel, reviewed the revised Board of Education Budget Calendar for meetings during the 2019-2020 school year.
RECOGNITIONS
Brittainy Simmons featured in MSET Digital Learning Showcase
PRESENTATIONS
Recruitment Schedule
NorthBay Environmental Sixth Grade Trip Update
Strategic Plan: Presentation of Equity Goal
Legislative Update
CONSENT AGENDA
Personnel with Addendum
INDIVIDUAL ACTION ITEMS
High School Course: Advanced Vocal Performance
Amy Shepler, Supervisor of Instruction, presented the board with the High School Advanced Vocal Performance course proposal, designed for students with previous choral singing experience. She explained it will provide an opportunity for vocal music students to refine and advance their musical, singing, and performance skills. The course was approved by the Board.
Communication Policy
Citizens Advisory Committee Amendment
Preliminary Budget Request
Dedicated Leased Fiber for Wide Area Network Service
Mr. Nagel recommended that the Board accept a bid and award a contract to the Caroline County Commissioners Office in the amount of $68,462 annually for provision and maintenance of dedicated leased fiber for CCPS’ Wide Area Network (WAN) Services. The term of the contract is July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2025. He explained these services are required to distribute internet access from the CCPS Central Office Annex to CCPS’ satellite locations and schools. CCPS intends to seek E-Rate reimbursement for all E-Rate eligible products and services provided under this contract. The funds associated with this project are provided for in the FY20 unrestricted operating budget.
DISCUSSION OF ITEMS FOR FUTURE BOARD ACTION
Caroline County Public Schools
Email: pio@ccpsstaff.org
Website: carolineschools.org
Location: Caroline County, Maryland
Phone: 410.479.1460
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Twitter: @CarolineCoPS