In accordance with Maryland’s Open Meetings Act, General Provisions Article § 3-305(b), (1), (7) the Board met in Closed Session on 11/11/20 at 6:07 p.m. in the Board Room to consider matters related to an appeal and to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice.
Due to the critical health situation that our community is currently experiencing, the November 23rd Board meeting will be broadcast from the central office of Frederick County Public Schools; however, the meeting will not be open to the public. Should anyone wish to provide public comment, please send an email that includes your full name to: FCPSBoEmtg@fcps.org the day of the Board meeting. The Board allocates 30 minutes for public comment. Public Comments will be read up to 30 minutes; however, all public comment, whether read or not, will be posted on BoardDocs within 24 hours of the meeting. Please note that public comment is for statements and questions will be directed to the appropriate staff for response.
The Board welcomes and encourages public comment. With the exception of confidential and personnel related matters, and issues pending in appeals to a local or State Board, individuals may speak about matters relating to the school system. If individuals have specific concerns relating to the actions of staff members, such concerns may be communicated to the superintendent who will address the concern with the appropriate staff or if the concern is about the superintendent an individual may share that concern with the Board through written or private verbal communication. Public comment is not intended to be a question and answer platform with the Board. Generally, the Board will not respond to comments made.
If you are speaking as an individual you have up to 3 minutes and will be asked to complete your thoughts when the buzzer sounds. On behalf of an organization you have up to 5 minutes.
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached contract and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: The intent of this solicitation is to establish a contract (1) to establish a contract with a minimum of two qualified playground contractors to provide all necessary professional design services, labor, materials, supplies, equipment and incidentals necessary to supply and install playground equipment on Frederick County Public School’s (FCPS) property; and (2) to award a separate unit price contract to only one vendor for bulk mulch purchases for use by FCPS grounds crew in their spring clean-up.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Bill Meekins CPPB, CPPO, CSBO, CPCP, Purchasing Agent
Thomas Mulligan, Project Manager III, Capital Program
SUBMITTED BY:
Kerrie Koopman CPPB, CPPO, CPP, Purchasing Manager
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Staff has reviewed the attached contract and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: This recommendation is to establish a contract with a qualified firm for providing employee assistance program (EAP) services for eligible Frederick County Public Schools employees and their dependents.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Kim Miskell, CSBO, Assistant Purchasing Manager
Donna Clabaugh, Senior Manager Benefits and Wellness, Human Resources
SUBMITTED BY:
Kerrie Koopman CPPB, CPPO, CPP, Purchasing Manager
Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Recognition of Veterans Day (November 11) and National Veterans and Military Families Month
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) proudly recognizes the service and sacrifice of FCPS employees and their family members who are veterans. Across our district a variety of activities took place on and around Veterans Day, November 11, in honor of all veterans.
In 2017, FCPS launched an award to honor an FCPS employee who has served our nation in the armed forces and continued their service with our school system. The FCPS Veteran in Education Service Award recognizes the exemplary contribution of an FCPS full time employee and veteran who exhibits continued service and commitment to our community by showing integrity and trustworthiness, perseverance in overcoming challenges, selflessness in helping others, and teamwork and loyalty. Community members were invited to nominate FCPS veterans; a committee of FCPS staff, community members and veterans then reviewed all nominations and chose the award winner.
Mr. Daryl Boffman will introduce a video highlighting FCPS employees who are veterans. Following the video, Ms. Colleen Bernard will introduce award sponsor Mr. Stephen Heine, President/CEO of Woodsboro Bank, and introduce Denise Green, Special Education Teacher, Walkersville High School as the recipient of the 2020 FCPS Veteran in Education Service Award for recognition by the Board.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
SUBMITTED BY: Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: Presentation of the FCPS Annual Partnership Report
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: Frederick County Public Schools has produced its 5th annual comprehensive Educational Partnerships Annual Report for 2019-2020. This report outlines its partnership program and acknowledges the many business and community partners who show their commitment to public education by supporting FCPS students and staff. Tiana Haile will present the partnership report and share a brief video montage to thank FCPS partners.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S): Tiana Haile, Community Engagement Coordinator
SUBMITTED BY: Daryl Boffman, Executive Director of Public Affairs
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
The Special Education Citizens Advisory Council (SECAC) will present their annual report to the Board. The report will include commendations for the 2019-2020 school year, as well as recommendations for school year 2020-2021 for students with disabilities.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
The Frederick County SECAC works in collaboration with students, families, FCPS staff, and the community to advise the Office of Special Education and the Board of Education. The committee focuses on open and honest communication, improving effectiveness and accountability, advocating or appropriate resources, and identifying issues impacting students with disabilities. After a brief presentation, presenting commendations from the previous school year as well as recommendations for consideration in the coming school year, the co-chairs of SECAC will be available to answer questions from the Board.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Pattie Komons, SECAC Co-chair
Jennifer Wheat, SECAC Co-chair
SUBMITTED BY:
Dr. Linda Chambers and Mr. Troy Keller, Directors of Special Education
Dr. Keith Harris, Executive Director, Accelerating Achievement and Equity
Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
As follow-up to discussion with the Sabillasville ES community representatives and the Board, Dr. Alban will present the Sabillasville Elementary Open Enrollment Survey results garnered from Yellow Springs ES parents and guardians for the Board's consideration.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
At its October 14, 2020 Board of Education Meeting, the Board asked staff to administer a survey to parents and guardians within the Yellow Springs ES community seeking feedback on the level of interest for open enrollment at Sabillasville ES for the 2021-22 school year and transportation preferences: http://go.boarddocs.com/mabe/fcps/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=BU7R5R6A16AA
Staff will respond to any other questions the Board has related to the status of Sabillasville ES for the 2021-2022 school year.
PROCESS STATEMENT: The Board of Education will take action on the status of Sabillasville ES for the 2021-2022 school year.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Dr. Theresa Alban, Superintendent
SUBMITTED BY:
Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent
Dr. Theresa Alban, Superintendent
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION: To review the upcoming Quarterly Agenda.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: At the January 14, 2015 meeting, the Board voted to adopt the new quarterly agenda process and instituted a new process for submitting requests for future agenda items. The request form is attached.
PROCESS STATEMENT: To provide quarterly agendas that will be posted on Board Docs at each Board meeting. This process will enable the public and staff to plan for upcoming Board meetings. The quarterly agenda is a dynamic document that will be revised as needed to accommodate time sensitive business items and items requested using the form adopted for the Board.
The January - March 2021 Quarterly Agenda is attached for review and discussion. It will be submitted for Action Consent at the next Board meeting.
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Mr. Young, Board President
SUBMITTED BY: Mr. Young, Board President
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
To present the proposed negotiating teams for the Board of Education of Frederick County (Board) for upcoming negotiations during the current school year.
BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:
In accordance with §6-408 and §6-510, Education Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, the Superintendent recommends the Board appoint the following individuals to serve on behalf of the Board in upcoming negotiations for contract terms effective July 1, 2021-June 30, 2022 with the Frederick County Teachers Association (FCTA), the Frederick Association of School Support Employees (FASSE) and the Frederick County Administrative and Supervisory Association (FCASA). You will note that individuals are identified as core team members and consulting team members. Core team members are expected to be present for all negotiations meetings and attend closed sessions as needed. Consulting team members are identified as individuals to attend either negotiations meetings or closed sessions as determined by the chief negotiators and/or the Board.
Curtis Scott, Senior Manager, Human Resources - Chief Negotiator
Heather Clabaugh, Budget Officer
Dr. Mike Markoe, Deputy Superintendent
Julie Wells, Senior Executive Secretary, Human Resources
Consulting Team Members: Board/FCTA
Dr. Kevin Cuppett, Executive Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Innovation
Dr. Linda Chambers, Director of Special Education
Jamie Cannon, Esq., Chief of Staff and Legal Counsel
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Robert Wedge, Senior Manager, Human Rescoures - Chief Negotiator
Amanda Baugher, Accounting Manager
Robert Kelly, Senior Manager, Food & Nutrition Services
Monique Wilson, Paralegal, Legal Services
Consulting Team Member: Board/FASSE
Paul Lebo, Chief Operating Officer
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Tim Thornburg, Director II, Human Resources - Chief Negotiator
Melissa Rollison, Financial Reporting Manager
Dr. Daniel Lippy, Director of School Management
Faye Zimmerman, Senior Executive Secretary, Legal Services
Consulting Team Member: Board/FCASA
Jamie Cannon, Esq., Chief of Staff and Legal Counsel
PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):
Theresa R. Alban, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools
SUBMITTED BY:
Theresa R. Alban, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools
In accordance with Maryland’s Open Meetings Act, General Provisions Article § 3-305(b), (1), the Board will meet in Closed Session at 4:00 pm in the Board Room to consider matters related to an appeal.