2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.01 Bid Calendar Items
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PRESENTATION OF 4 BID CALENDAR ITEMS

 

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff would like to inform the Board of Education of Frederick County of upcoming bid solicitations.

 

 

BID 16T1, Delivery Box Truck - Warehouse

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  The intent of this solicitation is to purchase a delivery box truck for the Warehouse to replace an aging vehicle. 

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Bill Meekins, CPPB, CPCP, Buyer Specialist

Mark Maggitti, Fleet Maintenance Manager

 

BID 16C4, Twin Ridge Elementary School Chiller Replacement

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  The intent of this solicitation is to establish a contract for the replacement of a 1992, 165-ton Trane air cooled chiller and associated pumps that have exceeded their life expectancy with a more efficient unit that will use non-cfc refrigerant.  The scope of work will also include water treatment system upgrade and a new building automation system.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Kim Miskell, Assistant Purchasing Manager

Thomas Mulligan, Project Manager III

 

BID 16C5, Yellow Springs Elementary School Boiler Replacement

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  The intent of this solicitation is to establish a contract for the replacement of two 1974 steel tube steam boilers with new boilers.  The original boiler manufacturer has ceased operations, making repairs to the original equipment a non-viable option.  The scope of work will also include new pumps, necessary piping, controls and associated accessories for a complete operating system.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Kim Miskell, Assistant Purchasing Manager

Vernon Beals, Project Manager III

 

RFQ 16MISC4, Qualification of Emergency Remediation and Restoration Contractors

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  The intent of this proposal is to qualify and select a minimum of two licensed commercial contractors to perform emergency remediation and restoration services for water, mold, fire, and disaster damage.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Billie Laughland, Buyer Specialist

Laura Olsen, Environmental Health and Safety Manager

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.02 Bid 16FS1, Kitchen Equipment
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of Bid 16FS1, Kitchen Equipment
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff has reviewed the attached bid and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  This recommendation is to establish a contract to purchase various pieces of kitchen equipment to be used by Food and Nutrition Services.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Scott Bachtell, Buyer Specialist

Robert Kelly, Food and Nutrition Services Senior Manager

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval of Bid 16FS1, Kitchen Equipment

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Kathryn B Groth.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.03 Bid 16M3, Unit Price Contract for Concrete
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of Bid 16M3, Unit Price Contract for Concrete
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff has reviewed the attached bid and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  This recommendation is to establish a contract for the repair, replacement and installation of concrete walks.  This will include curbed gutters, freestanding curbs, and slabs.  Pricing is requested in terms of a cost per unit of labor and/or materials, and will be combined to produce a complete and finished product.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Bill Meekins, CPPB, CPCP, Buyer Specialist

Gary Barkdoll, Maintenance Projects and Grounds Manager

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval of Bid 16M3, Unit Price Contract for Concrete

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Colleen E Cusimano.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.04 Bid 16C3, HVAC Service Contract
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of Bid 16C3, HVAC Service Contract
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff has reviewed the attached bid and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  This recommendation is to establish a contract for servicing of chillers and cooling towers.  Work to be accomplished under this contract includes general maintenance and repair.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Kim Miskell, Assistant Purchasing Manager

Randall Connatser, Project Manager IV, Maintenance and Operations Department

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval of Bid 16C3, HVAC Service Contract

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Colleen E Cusimano.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.05 Bid 16MISC3, Environmental/Industrial Hygiene Services
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of Bid 16MISC3, Environmental/Industrial Hygiene Services
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

 

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff has reviewed the attached bid and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  This recommendation is to establish a contract to qualify and select a minimum of two licensed environmental and industrial hygiene firms to perform design and construction administration services for abatement/remediation projects, testing and monitoring services for air quality, lead, water and radon presence, and site environmental assessments.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Billie Laughland, Buyer Specialist

Laura Olsen, Environmental Health and Safety Manager

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval of Bid 16MISC3, Environmental/Industrial Hygiene Services

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Kathryn B Groth.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.06 RFP 14T3, Occupational Physicals and Drug/Alcohol Testing Services (Renewal)
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of contractor renewal RFP 14T3, Occupational Physicals and Drug/Alcohol Testing Services
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  This recommendation is for the renewal of certified examiners to perform substance testing services and physicals for Frederick County Public Schools.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Billie Laughland, Buyer Specialist

Fred Punturiero, Director of Transportation

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

Motion & Voting
Board approval of contractor renewal RFP 14T3, Occupational Physicals and Drug/Alcohol Testing Services

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Kathryn B Groth.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.07 Bid 15M1, Snow Removal Services (Renewal)
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of contract renewal Bid 15M1, Snow Removal Services
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  This recommendation is for the renewal of a contract for snow removal services for FY 2016.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Billie Laughland, Buyer Specialist

John Carnahan, Custodial Services Manager

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

Motion & Voting
Board approval of contract renewal Bid 15M1, Snow Removal Services

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Zakir Bengali.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.08 Bid 14M1, Unit Price Contract for Bituminous Concrete (Renewal)
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of contract renewal Bid 14M1, Unit Price Contract for Bituminous Concrete
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff has reviewed the attached contract renewal and recommends approval by the Board of Education of Frederick County.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  This recommendation is to renew the contract for the repair, removal, and/or installation of bituminous concrete throughout the Frederick County Public School system. 

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Bill Meekins, CPPB, CPCP, Buyer Specialist

Gary Barkdoll, Central Maintenance Shops Manager

 

SUBMITTED BY

Stephen P. Starmer, C.P.M., Purchasing Manager

Leslie R. Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval of contract renewal Bid 14M1, Unit Price Contract for Bituminous Concrete

Motion by Zakir Bengali, second by Joy Schaefer.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.09 School Construction Budget Amendment #16-04
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of School Construction Budget Amendment #16-04
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff seeks approval of School Construction Budget Amendment #16-04.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  Budget Amendment #16-04 recognizes additional state funding received for FY 2016 to create the Kemptown Elementary School Generator and Transfer Switch project. These funds were awarded after July 1, 2015, through the State of Maryland Aging Schools Program (ASP). In order to fully fund the project, local funds are required. FCPS staff recommends transferring a portion of the anticipated surplus from the New Midway Elementary School Water Storage Tank Replacement project to provide the required local funds.

 

The Kemptown Elementary School Generator and Transfer Switch project replaces the original 1981 diesel generator and the transfer switch that has failed. The new generator will be fueled by natural gas and provide emergency lighting. The generator will be located outside the building; the current generator is located in the mechanical room, which does not meet current code.

 

This budget transfer is consistent with terms and conditions for capital budget transfers included in the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the County Commissioners and Board of Education dated May 30, 2013.

 

PROCESS STATEMENT:  ASP is a program that provides funds to all school systems in the state to address repair and maintenance needs of school buildings. Of the $6.01 million allocated statewide in FY 2016, $182,622 was provided to Frederick County. Projects approved under this program do not require a local funding match. This project meets ASP program guidelines and will be completed in the current fiscal year.      

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Heather Jo Clabaugh, Accountant

 

SUBMITTED BY

Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval of School Construction Budget Amendment #16-04

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Zakir Bengali.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.10 School Construction Budget Amendment #16-05
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of School Construction Budget Amendment #16-05
Goals
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Staff seeks approval of School Construction Budget Amendment #16-05.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  Budget Amendment #16-05 recognizes additional county funds received for the Frederick High School Replacement project. These funds were allocated by Frederick County as part of its Budget Transfer #16-046.

 

When the County Executive approved the FY 2016 capital budget in April 2015, the allocation of state funds had not been finalized. At the June 15, 2015 County Council meeting, county staff issued Budget Transfer #16-046 to recognize the increase in state funding received when the state's budget process was completed in May 2015. Typically, the county would offset the increase in state funding with a decrease in local funding. Due to the cost increases in the Frederick High School project, county staff recommended the additional county funds remain with the project budget. The County Council approved the budget transfer per the attached documentation.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S)

Heather Jo Clabaugh, Accountant

 

SUBMITTED BY

Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval of School Construction Budget Amendment #16-05

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Colleen E Cusimano.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Not Present at Vote: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali
2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.11 Fiscal Year 2017 Operating Budget Calendar and Preliminary Fiscal Year 2017 Operating Budget Discussion
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Goals
Goal 1 Student Achievement - FCPS will equip each and every student to be an empowered learner and an engaged citizen to achieve a positive impact in the local and global community.
Goal 2 Effective and Engaged Staff - FCPS will hire, support, and retain staff who champion individual, professional, and student excellence.
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.
Goal 4 Family and Community Involvement - FCPS will nurture relationships with families and the entire community, sharing responsibility for student success and demonstrating pride in all aspects of our school system.
Goal 5 Health and Safety - FCPS will promote a culture fostering wellness and civility for students and staff.

 

 

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Presentation of Fiscal Year 2017 (FY 2017) Draft Operating Budget Calendar and preliminary discussion on factors affecting the FY 2017 Operating Budget.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  Staff will present the FY 2017 Draft Operating Budget Calendar for Board input and approval.  The calendar includes key dates and milestones for the budget process.

 

Staff will hold a preliminary discussion with the Board on factors which will or may affect the FY 2017 Operating Budget.  Some of the items to be discussed include the funding necessary to complete the FY 2016 mid-year increment, the increase in pension costs due to teacher pension shift, and increase in contracted per pupil allocation costs to our charter schools. 

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

SUBMITTED BY

Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.12 Fiscal Year 2016 Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Actuarial Report
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information, Discussion, Report
Goals
Goal 2 Effective and Engaged Staff - FCPS will hire, support, and retain staff who champion individual, professional, and student excellence.
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

 

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Review of the Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Biannual Actuarial Report.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) recently received the biannual Other Post-Employment Benefits valuation report. The Fiscal Year 2016 report shows that the Annual OPEB Cost (AOC) has increased to $57,189,000. The AOC includes both the “pay-go” payments that FCPS makes from the operating fund on behalf of retirees, as well as the amortized portion of the Unfunded Actuarial Liability. The revised net funding target is now $19.5 million compared to $16.0 million from the previous valuation.

 

Staff from Bolton Partners will be available to answer questions regarding the report.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

Robert Reilly, Director, Budget and Finance

Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

Kevin Binder, Bolton Partners

 

SUBMITTED BY

Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

2. WORK SESSION (OPEN MEETING) [3:00 p.m.]
Subject
2.13 Adjournment
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Procedure
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.02 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Procedure
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.03 Approval of the Agenda for the October 14, 2015, Regular Meeting
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval of the Agenda for the October 14, 2015, Regular Meeting.
Motion & Voting
Board approval of the Agenda for the October 14, 2015, Regular Meeting.

Motion by Elizabeth Barrett, second by Joy Schaefer.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.04 Closed Session Announcement
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.05 Approval of the September 23, 2015, Regular Minutes
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
Board approval of the September 23, 2015 Regular Minutes.
Minutes
View Minutes for Sep 23, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Goals
Goal 4 Family and Community Involvement - FCPS will nurture relationships with families and the entire community, sharing responsibility for student success and demonstrating pride in all aspects of our school system.
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.
Motion & Voting
Board approval of the September 23, 2015 Regular Minutes.

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Zakir Bengali.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.06 Public Comment
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information

The Board welcomes and encourages public comment. With the exception of confidential and personnel related matters, 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.

 

If you are speaking as an individual you have up to 3 minutes and I ask that when the buzzer goes off that you complete your thoughts.  On behalf of an organization you have up to 5 minutes.

4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.07 Student Member Comments
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.08 Superintendent Comments
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information

 

 

 

 

4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.09 Board Member Comments
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.10 Character Counts! Week
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action, Information
Recommended Action
Board approval to support the proclamation and celebration of Character Counts! Week from October 18-24, 2015.
Goals
Goal 2 Effective and Engaged Staff - FCPS will hire, support, and retain staff who champion individual, professional, and student excellence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  The President of the United States annually proclaims the third week of October as Character Counts! Week.  Frederick County Public Schools actively provides students with character education and has participated in the Character Counts! program for 19 years. 

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: Each year, Frederick County Public Schools recognizes Character Counts Week by presenting the proclamation and by introducing staff from schools recently recognized by the Maryland Center for Character Education. Janet Shipman, coordinator for Counseling and Student Support will read the proclamation and introduce staff from the following schools which received awards for exceptional character education programs for the 2014-2015 school year:

 

PROCESS STATEMENT: The Maryland Center for Character Education annually recognizes individual schools throughout Maryland as Schools of the Year for the development and implementation of comprehensive character education programs and initiatives. Character.org, a national advocate and leader in character education, works with state sponsors to select State Schools of Character.  These schools are recognized for serving as a model of excellence within their state and their standard of excellence in the area of character development. 

 

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S): Janet Shipman, Coordinator of Counseling and Student Support

 

SUBMITTED BY:  Tracey Lucas, Executive Director, School Administration and Leadership

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval to support the proclamation and celebration of Character Counts! Week from October 18-24, 2015.

Motion by Elizabeth Barrett, second by Colleen E Cusimano.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
4. Regular Meeting - Preliminary Items [6:00 p.m.]
Subject
4.11 Proclamation - National School Lunch Week 2015
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Board approval to support School Nutrition Association Proclamation and encourage students, staff and community members to celebrate National School Lunch Week.
Goals
Goal 1 Student Achievement - FCPS will equip each and every student to be an empowered learner and an engaged citizen to achieve a positive impact in the local and global community.
Goal 5 Health and Safety - FCPS will promote a culture fostering wellness and civility for students and staff.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  Frederick County Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services Department seeks approval of the National School Lunch Week, October 12-16, 2015.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY: National School Lunch Week, sponsored by the School Nutrition Association (SNA), is being celebrated the week of October 12-16, 2015.  The celebration of National School Lunch Week highlights the benefits of the school lunch program.  Frederick County Public Schools serves on average 12,665 lunches per day.  Today’s school lunch provides fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, milk, and smiling students.  

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

JoAnn Morris, Food and Nutrition Specialist

Monica Skidmore, Food and Nutrition Specialist

 

SUBMITTED BY:  Leslie Pellegrino, Chief Financial Officer

 

Motion & Voting
Board approval to support School Nutrition Association Proclamation and encourage students, staff and community members to celebrate National School Lunch Week.

Motion by Kathryn B Groth, second by Zakir Bengali.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Elizabeth Barrett, Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
5. Regular Meeting - Action Consent
Subject
5.01 Staffing Changes
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action, Consent
Recommended Action
Board approval of action/consent items.
Goals
Goal 2 Effective and Engaged Staff - FCPS will hire, support, and retain staff who champion individual, professional, and student excellence.
Motion & Voting
Board approval of action/consent items.

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Zakir Bengali.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Abstain: Elizabeth Barrett
5. Regular Meeting - Action Consent
Subject
5.02 Appointment of Board's Negotiating Teams
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action, Consent
Recommended Action
Board approval of action/consent items.

 

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  

 

To present the proposed negotiating teams for the Board of Education of Frederick County (Board) for the 2016-17 school year negotiations.

 

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 the 2016-17 school year with the Frederick Association of School Support Employees (FASSE), the Frederick County Teachers Association (FCTA) and the Frederick County Administrative and Supervisory Association (FCASA).

 

FASSE

Rob Wedge, Chief Negotiator

Senior Manager, Human Resources

Gary Barkdoll

Manager, Maintenance Projects and Grounds

John Carnahan

Manager, Custodial Services

Robert Kelly

Senior Manager, Food & Nutrition Services

Jessica Sichert

Accountant, Budget & Finance

Rachel Whitaker

Specialist, Human Resources

 

FCTA

Nancy Dietz, Chief Negotiator

Senior Manager, Human Resources

Kevin Cuppett

Executive Director, Curriculum Instruction & Innovation

Paula Lawton

Executive Director, Human Resources

Mark Payne

Lead Technology Systems Administrator, Fiscal Services

Leslie Pellegrino

Executive Director, Fiscal Services

Tom Saunders

Instructional Director, Middle Schools

Faye Zimmerman

Senior Executive Secretary, Legal Services

 

FCASA

Mike Markoe, Chief Negotiator

Deputy Superintendent

Tracey Lucas

Executive Director, School Administration & Leadership

Rob Reilly

Director, Budget & Finance

 

 

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S):

 

Theresa R. Alban, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools

 

SUBMITTED BY

 

Theresa R. Alban, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools

Motion & Voting
Board approval of action/consent items.

Motion by Joy Schaefer, second by Zakir Bengali.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Zakir Bengali, Colleen E Cusimano, Kathryn B Groth, April F Miller, Joy Schaefer, Brad W Young
Abstain: Elizabeth Barrett
6. Board Items
Subject
6.01 Bridge to Excellence Master Plan Annual Update
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Action, Information, Discussion
Goals
Goal 1 Student Achievement - FCPS will equip each and every student to be an empowered learner and an engaged citizen to achieve a positive impact in the local and global community.
Goal 2 Effective and Engaged Staff - FCPS will hire, support, and retain staff who champion individual, professional, and student excellence.
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.
Goal 4 Family and Community Involvement - FCPS will nurture relationships with families and the entire community, sharing responsibility for student success and demonstrating pride in all aspects of our school system.
Goal 5 Health and Safety - FCPS will promote a culture fostering wellness and civility for students and staff.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  To provide the Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) Bridge to Excellence Master Plan annual update to Board members.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  Initiated in 2003, Maryland school districts are required to develop comprehensive "Master Plans" that incorporate federal, state and local funds, goals and measurable performance standards into a comprehensive document.  The original FCPS Bridge to Excellence Master Plan was developed during the 2002 school year.  Annual updates have been presented to the Board since that time.

 

PROCESS STATEMENT:  Board members and FCPS staff frequently review challenges met and progress achieved since the implementation of the Master Plan in 2003.  The FCPS FY2016 budget was developed to address three strategic priorities established by the Board.

  1. Retaining and attracting quality staff
  2. Ensuring adequate and current instructional resources
  3. Supporting technology upgrade initiatives

PRESENTER(S):

Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent

Jamie Aliveto, Director, System Accountability and School Improvement

 

SUBMITTED BY:  Mike Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent

6. Board Items
Subject
6.02 Strategic Technology Plan Development Update
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information, Discussion
Goals
Goal 1 Student Achievement - FCPS will equip each and every student to be an empowered learner and an engaged citizen to achieve a positive impact in the local and global community.
Goal 2 Effective and Engaged Staff - FCPS will hire, support, and retain staff who champion individual, professional, and student excellence.
Goal 3 Resource Allocation - FCPS will pursue and utilize all resources strategically and responsibly to achieve identified outcomes and inspire public confidence.

PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:  To present a quarterly progress report on the development of a strategic technology plan.

 

BACKGROUND/SUMMARY:  The Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) Technology Infrastructure Department, supported by multiple departments, has been developing a comprehensive plan to guide the purchase and use of technology throughout FCPS schools and offices.  This presentation is to provide a progress update and allow for Board feedback before the plan is completed and implementation begins. 

 

PROCESS STATEMENT:  A progress update is being provided to Board members for their input as part of the process to developing a final Technology Infrastructure Strategic Plan.

 

PRESENTER(S) & TITLE(S): Derek Root, Director of Technology Infrastructure

 

SUBMITTED BY:  Michael Markoe, Ed.D., Deputy Superintendent

 

 

7. Setting of Next Meeting Agenda
Subject
7.01 Setting Agenda for October 28, 2015, Board of Education Meeting
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
8. Committee Reports and Legislative Updates
Subject
8.01 Committee Reports
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
9. Informational Items
Subject
9.01 Quarterly Agenda for Board Meetings
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type
Information
10. Adjournment
Subject
10.01 Adjournment
Meeting
Oct 14, 2015 - Board of Education Meeting
Type