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LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Board of Directors Special Meeting February 13, 1991 ECEIVED NOV 5 1991 Office of Desegregation Monitoring The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully called special meeting at 5:40 p.m. on February 13, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The vice-president, Mrs . O. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL The vice president called the meeting to order at 5:40 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of four (4) Board members . PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: To conduct an appeal hearing at the request of Kenneth Walker. APPEAL HEARING: In a hearing closed to the public, the Board heard testimony from the administration and from Kenneth Walker and his mother in connection with the recommendation for expulsion. After hearing all the testimony and questioning by Board members, Dr. Steele recommended that the Board uphold the administration's recommendation to expell Kenneth Walker for the remainder of the school year and to invite him to return to the Board for consideration for readmission to summer school. Mr. John Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Skip Rutherford A seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. W ADJOURNMENT : Ms. Pat Gee moved to adjourn. Mr. Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. There being no furthe r business to come within the call for the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. ,
K~~T WILLIED. (BILE) HAMILTON, SECRETARY APPROVED: L1T'l'LE ROCK SCHOOL DJS'l'RlCT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Minutes of Special Meeting February 21, 1991 NOV 5 \991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully called special meeting at 4:12 p.m. on February 21, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Bill Hamilton Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruths. Steele Mrs. Pat Kumpuris CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 4:12 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of four (4) Board members, which constituted a quorum. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of hearing a student's appeal of an expulsion recommendation. STUDENT HEARING: At the request of Pat Pisanello, the Board heard testimony in a closed hearing from the administration and from the student concerning the incident which led to an expulsion recommendation. After questioning by the Superintendent and the Board members, the Superintendent recommended that Pat Pisanello be allowed to enroll .A at Southwest Junior High on strict probation and that he and his ,a, family participate in whatever counseling programs that cc1n be prescribed
that he participate in after-school tutoring in order to work on his grades and to prepare for the MPT test. Further, the Superintendent said she expected him to be in school every day with no unexcused absences and expected his grades to show a definite upward trend. Mrs. o. recommendation. unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: G. Ms. Jacovelli moved Gee seconded the the Superintendent's motion, and it carried There being no further business to come within the call for the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 4:52 p.m. upon motion by Mrs. Jacovelli, a second by Ms. Gee, and unanimous approval of the Board members. Dr. Katherine Mitchell, President Willie D. Hami!ton, Secretary APPROVED: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Minutes of Board of Directors Special Meeting March 14, 1991 5 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully called special meeting at 5:07 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Or. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. 0. G. Jacovelli Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford (Joined meeting at 6:45 p.m.) ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The special meeting was called to order at 5:07 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of five (5) Board members, constituting a quorum. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of considering a proposal for girls' soccer and to conduct appeal hearings for students. PROPOSAL FOR GIRLS' SOCCER: Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the proposal for girls' soccer and recommended that the parent booster group provide the funding necessary for officials, registration fees for girls' participation in soccer, transportation of students to practices and games, and uniforms. Further, a consultant/aide may be hired by the parent booster group. The consultant/aide will work with the coach/sponsor, who will be a District employee and who will be at all practices and games. School district officials will coordinate the scheduling of games. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. STUDENT HEARINGS: The Board conducted an appeal hearing in closed session on behalf of Alex Williams. After all evidence and testimony had been presented, Dr. Steele recommended that Alex be allowed to enroll in the alternative school for the 8th grade if space is available
to allow him to petition for reinstatement at the beginning of the 1991-92 school year
to go to the school and apologize to the teacher in front of the class along with his mother. Ms. Gee moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. O. G. Jacovelli assumed the chair and Dr. Katherine Mitchell seconded the motion. The motion failed three (3) to two (2), with Mr. Moore, Ms. Jacovelli, and Ms. Armstrong casting the dissenting votes. Mr. John Moore moved to expell Alex. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried with three (3) affirmative votes. Dr. Mitchell and Ms. Gee dissented. The Board conducted an appeal hearing in closed session on behalf of Michael Walker. After all evidence and testimony had been presented, Dr. Steele recommended that Michael be permitted to enroll at Southwest Jr. High School's in-school suspension program and that he be returned to the regular program based upon his behavior and performance
that he be required to enroll in Changing Directions
and that his readmission be under strict probation. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. RECESS The Board recessed for a break at 6:45 p.m. and reconvened at 7:10 p.m. Upon reconvening, Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford joined the meeting. REVOCATION OF PROBATION: The Board conducted a hearing in closed session on the recommendation that Kevin Bartin's probation be revoked. After hearing the testimony and considering evidence presented by Mr. Rudolph Howard, Dr. Steele recommended that Kevin Bartin be expelled for the remainder of the school year. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. John Moore seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. STUDENT APPEAL HEARING The Board conducted a hearing in closed session at the reques t of Brian Doss. After hearing testimony and considering the evidence in the case, the Superintendent recommended that the Board uphold the recommendation that Brian be expelled and allowed to petition the Board for reinstatement at the beginning of the next school year. Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board conducted a hearing in closed session at the request of London Stewart. After hearing testimony and considering the evidence in the case, the Superintendent recommended that the Board uphold the recommendation that London Stewart be expelled from school for the remainder of the year. Mr. John Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Robin Armstrong seconded the motion, and it failed three (3) to three (3). Dr. Mitchell, Mrs. Jacovelli, and Ms. Gee dissented. Mr. Rutherford, Ms. Armstrong, and Mr. Moore voted in favor of the motion. Dr. Steele recommended that London be allowed to enroll in the Alternative School and that he receive whatever counseling services available, take part in Changing Directors, and be allowed to petition the Board for reinstatement for the next school year. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried five (5) to one (1). Mr. John Moore dissented, RECOMMENDATIONS ON LONG-TERM SUSPENSIONS: Mr. Rudolph Howard presented information on the long-term suspension recommendations of 34 students. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board uphold the long-term suspension recommendations of the following students: Calvin Blair, Stacey Boyd, Latisha Brown, Lenika Brown, Stacey Burton, Angela Burgess, Anderson Coleman, Monte Cooney, Katrina Davis, Charles Dickerson, Sedrick Fowler, Chris Foster, Marquis Frazier, Lee Groston, Jeremy Gray, Douglas Gray. James Gurley, Clark Harris, Bobby Hart, Rafeal Johnson, David Jordan, Andre King, Rodney Lewis, Brian Mccuen, Nathan Merriweather, Marlon Miles, Keloe Paige, Tommy Pearson, Lashawn Porch, Wilbert Purifoy, Jim Ray, Joe Randall, Michael Traylor, and Quinton Royal. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. upon motion by Mrs. Jacovelli, a second by Mr. Rutherford, and unanimous approval of the Board. Willie D. Hamilton, Secretary APPROVED: __Y_ ___.'
L"'--~---~_/_ LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Minutes of Board of Directors Special Meeting April 29, 1991 NOV 5 1991 Office of Desegregation 1.1 nitonng The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully called special meeting at 5:11 p.m. on April 29, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mr. John Moore ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 5:11 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of five (5) Board members, which constituted a quorum. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called fo r the purpose of hearing a presentation on the modifications to the desegregation plan. PRESENTATION: - Dr. Steele introduced the District's legal counsel, Mr. Chris Heller. Mr. Heller reviewed the process used by the staff and told the Board that the staff had pulled together changes as o result of the Tri-District Plan and made it fit with the settlement plan written in 1988. He said the process involved trying to blend the plans and obtain agreement of the parties. Having received a copy of the modified plan in advance, Board members asked questions about certain modifications, Mr. John Walker answered questions and made comments about tpe plans for incentive schools. Following the Table of Contents, the Board reviewed each section of the modified plan, asked questions, and received explanations, and made suggestions for language to be included or deleted from the plan. The Board recessed at 8:15 p.m. for a break and reconvened at 8:30 p.m. STUDENT EXPULSIONS: Mr. Rudolph Howard directed the Board's attentton to the listing of disciplinary sanctions J:lreviously forwarded to the Board. The administration's recommendation for disciplinary action against the following students were approved by the Board of Directors upon motion by Mrs. Armstrong, a second by Mr. Rutherford, and unanimous approval of the Board: The expulsion of Terrance Booker, Douglas Clayton, Frankie Foreman, and Latasha Morgan~ and the long-term suspension of Michael Alexander, Greg Burnett, Michael Carter, Terrance Dixon, Travis Edgar, Patrick Ellis, . James Fairchild, Alfred Flowers, Dorkus Foreman, Willie Gaines, Kortney Hampton, Broderick Jones, John Long, Corey Lovelace, Jeremy Rudder, Andre Scaife, Kevin Sims, Bllis Thomas, Anthony Toombs, Geoffrey Tucker, Gary White, Jamarco Woods, and Andre Wyatt. PRESENTATION OF VOLUME II CHANGES: The Board continued its review of the proposed modifications to the desegregation plan, and again follQwing the Table of Contents, the Board reviewed the changes and received explanations, and made suggestions. It continued the same process 'r'i th the Interdistrict Plan. ADJOURNMENT: Th~re being no further business to come within the call for the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 10:04 p.m. u~on I ' ' , motion by Mrs. Jacovelli, a second by Mrs. Armstrong, and unanimous consent of the Board members. fu:'.Katherineifchell, President Willie D. Hamilton, Secretary APPROVED: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS NOV 5 1991 Offi.::e of Desegregation Monitoring Minutes of Joint Meeting Between Little Rock School District Board of Directors and New Futures for Little Rock Youth Board of Directors Held On May 1, 1991 A joint meeting was held between the Little Rock School District Board of Directors and the New Futures for Little Rock Youth Board of Directors at 5:45 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building at 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. Mr. Tom Dalton, Chairman of the New Futures Board, presided. THOSE PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. 0. G. Jacovelli Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. Tom Dalton Mr. Vic Snyder Mr. Mahlon Martin Mrs. Kay Patton Ms. Amy Rossi Judge Joyce Warren Ms. Othello Faison Mr. Paul Berry Dr. Ruth Steele Mr. Al Porter Betsy Benson Mariam Sharpe Stan Schneider Don Crary Linda Young Estelle Matthis Dianne Woodruff Skye Winslow Pat Kumpuris Cynthia Howell David Woolsey Mr. Tom Dal ton introduced Mr. Stan Schneider from Met is A Corporation. w, Mr. Schneider presented a report compiled by his company which represented about 2 1/2 years of work. Both Boards hod been furnished a copy of the report in advance. He indicated that the statistical information contained in the report is baseline data. Discussion ensued concerning racial disparity in achievement in Little Rock. Board members asked questions and made comments concerning the data presented. In closing, Mr. Dalton thanked the members of the two Boards and expressed appreciation to Mr. Schneider for his presentation. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the joint meeting, it adjourned at 7:40 :~ ~ / Dr. Katherine Mitchell, President ~~72 ~ illie D. Harnt1on,Secretary APPROVED: ----"q_..,._d-........,_.d-'--_.,-0,-'-[_ LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL OISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Minutes of Board of Directors Special Meeting on June 18, 1991 NOV 5 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 5:05 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of six (6) Board members, which constituted a quorum. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting had been called for the purpose of deqicating a right of way at Henderson Junior High School and to conduct a work session on the 1991-92 budget. DEDICATION OF RIGHT OF WAY: Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the material supplied to the Board in which the right of way strip at Henderson Junior High School is described in detail. The Special Meeting June 18, 1~91 Page Two Superintendent recommended that the Board approve the right of way at Henderson Junior High School. Mr. Skip Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Robin Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. BUDGET WORK SESSION: Dr. Steele and Mr. Chip Jones presented a draft of the 1991-92 operating budget and "walked" the Board through each page, explaining specific portions that address increased costs or concerns previously expressed. Dr. Steele explained the process the administration used to develop the budget, i.e., meeting with individual principals. The administration also reviewed the capital expenditires budget and the McClellan Community School budget. Board members asked for specific pieces of information before the budget is presented for final approval. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m. upon motion by Mr. Rutherford, a second by Mrs. Armstrong, and unanimous approval of the Board members. D~Katherine Mitchell, President Willie D. Hamiiton, Secretary APPROVED: -------- "' LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS June 27, 1991 OCT 2 8 1991 TO: Off1ce of Dese ga, Board of Directors FROM: Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools~ SUBJECT: SCHEDULE FOR REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR 1991-92 I have listed below the recommended dates for the Board of Directors' regularly scheduled Committee and Board meetings for FY 1991-92. These dates fall on the third and fourth Thu~sday of each month with the exception of November and December. The dates in November and December were adjusted to avoid a conflict with Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. I recommend that you approve the dates li~ted below for the 1991-92 Board Committee and Regular meetings: Committee Meetings 5 p.m. on: July 18, 1991 August 15, 1991 September 19, 1991 October 17, 1991 November 14, 1991 December 12, 1991 January 16, 1992 February 20, 1992 March 19, 1992 April 16, 1992 May 21
1992 June 18, 1992 Regular Board Meetings 6 p.m. on: July 25, 1991 August 22, 1991 September 26, 1991 October 24, 1991 November 21, 1991 December 19, 1991 January 23, 1992 February 27, 1992 March 26, 1992 April 23, 1992 May 28, 1992 June 25, 1992 ... LI'l'TLE ROCK SCHOOL DIS'l'RICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, l\RKJ\NSAS NOV 5 1991 Minutes of Board of Directors Special Meeting July 18, 1991 Office cf D segrega,1on Nionitoring The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 5:07 p.m. on July 18, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. Hamilton Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDRE: ROLL CALL: The president called the special meeting to order at 5:07 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of five (5) Board members . Mrs. Jacovelli joined the meeting at 5:15 p.m. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of hearing an update on the desegregation case
to hear a report on New Futures
to approve a right-of-way easement at Geyer Springs Elementary School
to evaluate the Superintendent
and to conduct an employee hearing. Board at Directors Special Meeting July 18, 1991 UPDATE ON DESEGREGATION CASE Page Two Mr. Chris Heller explained the District's legal position as a result of the Eighth Circuit Court's order of December 12, 1990, and Judge Susan Wright's order of June 21, 1991. He explained judges normally view issues on which all parties to a case agree. Further, he explained the problems of implementing a two-year old plan without revisions that none of the parties agree with. He announced that the District will file a document on Monday, July 22 that will comply with the District Court's order but that none of the parties agree with the document and don't believe it is in the best interest of students. He asked the Board to ask the appeals court to direct the district court to allow agreed-upon items to have some consideration. He explained that the Joshua Intervenors had already filed notice of appeal and that the Pulaski County Special School District was expected to appeal within a day or so. He assured the Board that the appeal court could handle the question expeditiously and he would like to ask the District Court for a stay of Judge Wright's order until the appeals court rules. Extensive discussion ensued concerning how we got into this situation, i.e., trying to comply with various officials' directives. Following the discussion, Mr. Skip Rutherford moved to appeal and request a stay on the appropriate legal issues. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion. Additional discussion ensued. The motion carried unanimously. NEW FUTURES REPORT: Mrs. Kay Patton reported on the New Futures Board's recent trip to Hot Springs, Virginia, in which New Futures Boards from across the nation gathered to discuss how to collaborate and strengthen the New Futures effort
how to use information as a building tool
and how to involve more and more people to solve problems of youth. She discussed the importance of school reform to the New Futures effort. She announced that the Casey Foundation will award some incentive grants for which our city will compete. She issued an invitation to the school district Board to have the LRSD Board president or her appointee to serve on the New Futures Board. Board members asked questions concerning how Little Rock's New Futures program compares with other cities' programs. Several New Futures Board members offered explanations of the differences and similarities. In closing, Ms. Patton asked to hear from the school board concerning what technical assistance it needs. Dr. Mitchell expressed appreciation to the New Futures Board members who came to the meeting and accepted the invitation to have a LRSD Board members serve on the New Futures Board. - RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENT AT GEYER SPRINGS Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the Right of Way Easement map showing the three parcels of land that need to be conveyed, two permanently and one will be for construction only bordering Geyer Springs Elementary School. She recommended that the easement be approved. Mr. Bill Hamilton moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovell i seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. A copy of the easement map is attached to these minutes and made a part hereof. RECESS: The Board recessed the special meeting and conducted the Board Committee meeting which is regularly scheduled on the third Thursday of each month. RECONVENING: The special meeting was reconvened at 7:15 p.m. and immediately recessed for a break. Upon reconvening, Mr. Skip Rutherford moved for an executive session. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. After the vote, the Board decided to do the employee hearing prior to retiring into executive session to conduct the Superintendent's evaluation. EMPLOYEE HEARING: The Board conducted a hearing at the request of Mr. Glenroy Charles in connection with a recommendation to terminate his employment with the District. The Board heard testimony from Mr. Charles' supervisor, Mr. Rudolph Howard, and from Mr. Charles in his own behalf. Mr. Charles was represented by Mr. Frank Martin. The administration was represented by Mr. Jerry Malone of the Friday, Eldredge & Clark lawfirm. After hearing the testimony and considering all evidence, the administration's legal counsel asked that the Board uphold the administration's recommendation for the terminaton of Mr. Charles' employment based on his unsatisfactory teaching performance in the following areas: (1) classroom organization
(2) classroom management
and (3) professional relationship with students. Mr. John Moore moved that the Board uphold the administration's recommendation. Mrs. Robin Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried with six (6) affirmative votes. Dr. Katherine Mitchell abstained from the vote. SUPERINTENDENT'S EVALUATION: The Board retired into executive session to conduct the evaluation of the Superintendent. Upon reconvening at 10:04 p.m., the president announced that no action was taken during the executive session. Mrs. Jacovelli moved to commend the Superintendent, Dr. Ruth Steele, on a job well done and to extend her contract for another year. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: Upon motion by Mrs. Jacovelli, a second by Mr. Moore, and unanimously approval by the Board members, the special meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m. Dr. Katherine Mitchell, President JI)~ D,~ iITie D. Hamilton, Secretary APPROVED: _ ___
r.__,-"'-~-'d:"---_Cf_/_ LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Minutes Of Board of Directors Regular Meeting July 25, 1991 NOV 5 1991 Office cf Dese regation Morr! nng The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in its regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 6:05 p.m. on July 25, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. 0. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong MEMBERS ABSENT: Mrs. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist I. ACTION: CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL The vice-president, Mrs. 0. G. Jacovelli called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Dr. Mitchell joined the meeting at 6:06 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of five (5) Board members. II. ACTION: READING OF THE MINUTES The chair directed the Board members' attention to the minutes of the special meeting on March 6, 1991
the special meeting on May 16, 1991
the special meeting on June 22, 1991
and the regular meeting on June 27, 1991. Mr. Skip Rutherford moved approval of the minutes with one exception: the meeting on June 22, 1991 should indicate the presence of Dianne Woodruff instead of Board of Directors Regular Meeting July 25, 1991 2 Dianne Wood. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and the minutes as corrected were unanimously approved. III. PRESENTATIONS A. Superintendent's Citations Dr. Steele presented citations to the teacher and student ex officio Board members commemorating their service to the Board and expressed appreciation for giving up part of their summer to serve on the Board. The teacher was Ms. Lovetta Stewart from Wakefield Elementary School and Miss Kim Stephens, a senior at McClellan High School. B. Citizens Committees None reporting. C. Board Members Dr. Mitchell told the Board and audience that she had visited the summer program sponsored by New Futures at Pulaski Heights Junior High School and was impressed by what she saw. She said she talked with some of the students individually and concluded that the program had peen very successful. She commended Gene Parker and the others who worked with the program. IV. REPORT: REMARKS FROM CITIZENS Mr. Frank Martin spoke on behalf of the support personnel, indicating that in spite of administrative assurances to the contrary, eight (8) bus drivers were terminated immediately after their contract with the LRCTA expired. He also urged the Board to address concerns of the support personnel. In addition, he urged the Board to pay the custodians' retroactive pay that has never been granted. Mrs. Selma Douglas read a petition signed by approximately 60 residents of the Pankey Community opposing a community center in their area. She told the Board that the District made the right decision when it tore down the old Pankey school building. Ms. Leslie Brooks spoke in favor of the Community Center at Pankey. Mr. Randy Douglas spoke in favor of the Pankey Community Center. Board of Directors 3 Regular Meeting July 25, 1991 Ms. Nccee Bell spoke in favor of the Pankey Community Center. Mr. Melvin Moss spoke in favor of the Pankey Community Center. Rev. McNeal, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Pankey, spoke in favor of the Pankey Community Center. Ms. Janie Bledsoe spoke in favor of the Pankey Community Center. Rev. C. E. McAdoo spoke in favor of the Pankey Community Center. Mrs. Barbara Douglas reviewed the meeting held between she and her attorney and representatives of the school district and its attorney. She told the Board that an agreement had been reached wherein the District would deed the Pankey School land to the organization with a reversion clause. She urged the Board to continue working in the spirit of this meeting. Mr. Austin Porter spoke in favor of the Pankey Community Center. V. ACTION ITEMS A. Donations The Superintendent, Dr. Ruth Steele, directed the Board's attention to the slip sheet containing a proposed donation of an 8 foot wire mesh satellite dish valued at $2,500 from First Electric Cooperative. She recommended that the Board accept the donation. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the donation of 410 posters and 260 resource books to our social studies department by Mr. Dick Pauley, former owner of Sunshine Publishers of Jacksonville, Arkansas. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovell i seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. B. Proposal Regarding Pankey Dr. Steele reviewed the discussions between the parties representing the Pankey community and the administration and its attorney. She also reviewed the contacts by other residents of the community who oppose the District deeding the property over for a Bo
:ird of Directors Regular Meeting July 25, 1991 comrnuni ty center. In view of the recent events, Dr. Steele recommended that the Board authorize the attorneys to continue to develop the agreement to deed the property to the Association but to delay formal action until such time as we can get a greater consensus as to what the community wants. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. c. Energy Grant Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the grant award of $196,210 from the u. s. Department of Energy for energy conservation measures as delineated in the printed agenda. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. D. Policies for First Reading The Superintendent directed the Board members' attention to the proposed policies for first reading which are in the printed agenda as follows: Board-Staff Relationships
Purpose of curriculum
student Learning Outcomes
Curriculum Development
Educational Alignment
Instructional Materials
Testing Programs
Curriculum Monitoring
School Improvement Plan
Little Rock School District Staff Development
and Compliance with State and Federal Laws. Dr. Steele recommended that the proposed policies be approved for first reading. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Dr. Steele also directed the Board members' attention to the proposed policies on Chemical Dependency and the Use, Possession, Sale or Transfer of Controlled substances and/or Alcoholic along with regulations. She recommended that the Board approve the proposed policies as reflected on the slip sheet. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. E. Policies for Second Reading The Superintendent recommended that the Board adopt the policies in the printed agenda on second reading and directed the Board meI11bers' attention to the correction to the policy on Termination or Nonrenewal of Classified Staff. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Board of Directors Regular Meeting July 25, 1991 F. 1991-92 State Compensatory Education Allotment 5 The Superintendent recommended that the Board approve the 1991-92 State Compensatory Education Allotment for funds to assist students in the fourth, seventh, and tenth grades who scored in the lower quartile on the basic battery of the spring achievement tests. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. G. Chapter 1 Application for 1991-92 School Year Dr. Steele recommended approval of the proposed Chapter 1 Application for the 1991-92 school year. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Dr. J. J. Lacey, Jr. introduced Ms. Fatima Agbar, Chairman of the Parent Advisory Committee. H. Personnel Changes Dr. Steele recommended that the. Board approve the employment of Mr. James Ivey as Manager of Support Services at an annual salary of $54,600 plus $1200 car allowance. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Superintendent recommended that the Board accept the resignation of Mr. Chip Jones with regret and that it approve the employment of Mr. Dewayne Hodges as Security Supervisor. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Superintendent recommended that the other personnel changes listed in the printed ~genda be approved as published. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. I. Financial Reports Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the reports slip-sheeted into the agenda and previously to them. She recommended that they be approved as financial furnished published. recommendation. unanimously. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried Board of Directors Regular Meeting July 25, 1991 VI. REPORTS OF SUPERINTENDENT A. Report on Attendance Policy - Laws/Penalties 6 Dr. Steele told the Board that the administration will continue to review current laws and Board policy. There was no further discussion on this report. B. Report on Weapons and Assault Regulations Dr. Steele reported that the administration is continuing to work with the Safety and Security Review Committee. She announced that she and a group of other leaders met with the Governor to discuss the escalation of violence. She told the Board that she felt a real movement in the entire community to creating safety net for kids in very positive ways. Board members asked for a report about the meeting and what is going to be done about gang violence. VII. RECESS p.m. VIII. AUDIENCE WITH INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS None The Board recessed at 6:59 p.m. and reconvened at 7:30 STUDENT OR EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINARY RECOMMENDATIONS The Board conducted a hearing in closed session on behalf of Stacy Lewis. After the Board heard all testimony and questioned the administration, the student, and the student's mother, Dr. Steele recommended that Stacy be expelled for the 1991-92 school year and that he be allowed to petition for reinstatement for the second semester. Dr. Steele further stated that she supported Mr. Howard's suggestion that Stacy be engaged in some type of matriculation prior to petitioning for reinstatement. It was suggested that Stacy might want to pursue a slot at the Juvenile Justice Center. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Board of Directors Regular Meeting July 25, 1991 ADJOURNMENT 7 There being no further business to come before the regular meeting of the Board, Mrs. Jacovelli moved to adjourn. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. :idL..flJJt/ Dr. Katherine Mitchell, President Id~ v ~ -~ Willie D. Hamilton, Secretary APPROVED:_----.f__
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segregat'on Mor,110 ing The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully called special meeting at 5:08 p.m. in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The vice-president and the president presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. Hamilton Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The vice president called the meeting to order. The roll call revealed the presence of five (5) Board members, which constituted a quorum. Dr. Mitchel 1 and Ms. Gee joined the meeting shortly after roll call. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The special meeting was called for the purpose of discuss i ng personnel matters. EXECUTIVE SESSION: - Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved to retire into executive session to discuss personnel matters. Mr. Willie D. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board retired into executive session at 5:09 p.m. Mr. John Moore left the meeting at 5:58 p.m. The Board reconvened from executive session at 6:31 p.m. Upon reconvening, the president announced that the Board had been discussing personnel matters and that no action was taken. ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Skip Rutherford moved to adjourn. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Dr. Katherine Mitchell, President Willie D. HanITit.on,secret APPROVED: __f_ .,..>e.2:_
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n M..,n,! ring The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully called special meeting at 5:10 p.m. on August 5, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The vice president, Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. 0. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The Board secretary, Mr. Bill Hamilton, called the meeting to order at 5:10 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of five (5) Board members. Mrs. Jacovelli joined the meeting shortly after roll call. Upon joining the meeting, Mrs. Jacovelli, as vice president, assumed the chair. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of considering three (3) employment recommendations
a resolution on the sales tax election
and to conduct two employee hearings. EMPLOYMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Dr. Steele recommended that the Board employ Arma Hart , s Desegregation Facilitator at a salary of $55,432.80. Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Pat Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Superintendent recommended that the Board employ June L. Looper as principal at Terry Elementary School. Ms. Pat Gee moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion. During discussion, Board members and the superintendent commended Alice Stovall for a job well done during her term as principal at Terry Elementary School and expressed confidence that she will perform equally well as the District's Director of Reading. Following discussion, the motion carried unanimously. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board employ Barbara Means as principal at Fair Park Elementary School. Mr. Skip Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Pat Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. RESOLUTION ON SALES TAX Dr. Steele recommended that the Board adopt a Resolution in support of the city's proposed one cent sales tax which will be on the ballot on October 8, 1991. The Superintendent recommended that the Board adopt the Resolution. Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved adoption of the Resolution. Mr. Bill Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. A copy of the Resolution is attached to these minutes and made a part hereof. EMPLOYEE HEARINGS: In a closed session, the Board conducted a hearing at the request of Don Strickland in connection with a recommendation to terminate him from his job as a bus driver. After hearing all testimony, considering evidence, and questioning by Board members and the Superintendent, the administration asked the Board to uphold the termination recommendation of Mr. Strickland as per the earlier findings. Mr. John Moore moved that the Board retire into executive session. Mrs. Robin Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board retired into executive session at 7:26 p.m. They reconvened at 8:15 p.m., whereupon the chair announced that no action was taken during executive session. Dr. Steele recommended that Don Strickland's suspension without pay be upheld from January 15, 1991, until the date the bus drivers report for the 1991-92 school year. Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. John Moore seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. In a closed session, the Board conducted a hearing at the request of Denita Williams in connection with a recommendation to terminate her from her job as a bus driver. After hearing all testimony, considering evidence, and questioning by Board members and the Superintendent, the administration recommended that the Board uphold the suspension without pay and the termination recommendation. Mr. John Moore moved to retire into executive session. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board retired into executive session at 10:15 p.m. and reconvened at 10:18 p.m. Upon reconvening, the chair announced that no action had been taken. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board uphold the suspension without pay for the period of time from the date it began until the date bus drivers report back to work and that she be on performance probation with a very strong admonition that any profane language of any kind will not be tolerated, including "Shut the hell up." Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Bill Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: Upon motion by Mrs. Armstrong, a second by Mr. Moore, and unanimous approval by the Board members, the special Board meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m. Dr. Katherine Mitchell, President Willie D. Hamilton, Secretary APPROVED: r ~
), d- - CJ/ ----=------=------'"'------'-'---- LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Minutes Of Board of Directors Regular Meeting August 22, 1991 NOV 5 1991 Office oi Desegregat:on Monitoring The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in its regularly scheduled meeting at 6:02 p.m. on August 22, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore MEMBERS ABSENT: None Ex OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: Ms. Veda McClain Miss Carla Wade ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist I. ACTION: CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL The president called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of all seven (7) Board members. II. ACTION: READING OF THE MINUTES Board of Directors Regular Meeting August 22, 1991 2 The president directed the Board members ' a tte ntion to the minutes of the special meeting on February 18, 1991
t he special meeting on February 21, 1991
the special meeting on March 14, 1991
the special meeting on April 29, 1991
special meeting on May 1, 1991
special meeting on June 18, 1991
special meeting on July 18, 1991
regular meeting on July 25, 1991
special meeting on July 29, 1991
and the special meeting on August 5, 1991. Mrs. 0 . G. Jacovelli moved approval of the minutes as submitted. Mr. Skip Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. III. PRESENTATIONS: A. Superintendent's Citations Dr. Steele presented Superintendent's Citations to the teacher and student ex officio Board members for this month: Mrs. Veda McClain from Washington Elementary School
and Miss Carla Wade from Parkview Magnet School. B. Citizens Committees None reporting. C. Board Members Mr. Skip Rutherford, recognizing that this is his last regular Board meeting as a member of the Board of Directors, reviewed the accomplishments over the past three years and thanked various indi victuals, including his family and his employer for allowing him the time to serve as a Board member. Dr. Katherine Mitchell presented Mr. Rutherford a plaque commemorating his service to the Board and thanked him for his hard work during his term of service. Board members, individually, paid tribute to Mr. Rutherford for his term of service and gave him gag gifts representative of some of his notable stands and characteristics. Dr. Mitchell reported that the Board had conducted its annual "pre-school tour of schools" and found that the schools are ready. She challenged the faculties and administration to find solutions to our problems and to find ways in which all students can achieve success. She also asked that we develop respect for each other and respect for each other's heritage. IV. REPORT: REMARKS FROM CITIZENS Board of Directors Regular Meeting August 22, 1991 3 Mr. Muskie Harris spoke on behalf of a group of citizens who are interested in renovating Quigley Stadium. He asked that the District make the stadium a higher priority or allow the renovation committee to take it over. He asked that the Board budget appropriately for Quigley Stadium. Mrs. Debbie Velez invited Board members to participate in PTA activities this year. Mr. Frank Martin asked the Board to reconsider its decision not to extend the ESP contract and complained of problems encountered by bus drivers. He also complained that the election procedures are too restrictive and said he only wants an opportunity for the ESP employees to choose for themselves whether they want representation or not. Ms. Charlsie Beck reviewed various problems she had encountered with the supervision personnel at the Transportation Department. Ms. Laretha Jackson warned that there is a "storm brewing" in the Transportation Department because of the unfair treatment. of bus drivers by supervision personnel. She asked the Board to extend the ESP contract until after the election. Ms. Gwen Porter Cole, a special education bus driver, asked the Board to do an audit of the Transportation Department and to consider the bus drivers' concerns. V. ACTION ITEMS A. Donations of Property Dr. Steele recommended that the Board accept the donation of a weed eater by the Baseline PTA to Baseline Elementary School. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Superintendent directed the Board's attention to the request by the Federal Aviation Administration through Mr. Philip S. Woodruff, to donate fifty (50) Computer Flying Simulation videos for use in our schools. She recommended approval of the donation. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. B. Board Policies for Second Reading Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the policy on Board-Staff Relationships
Purpose of Curriculum
Student Board of Directors Regular Meeting August 22, 1991 Learning Outcomes
Curriculum Development
Educational Alignment
Instructional Materials
Testing Programs
Curriculum Monitoring
School Improvement Plan
LRSD Staff Development
Compliance with State and Federal Laws
Chemical Dependency
and the Use, Possession, Sale or Transfer of Controlled Substances and/or Alcohol. The Superintendent recommended adoption of the policies on second reading. Mr. Hamil ton moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. c. Appointment of Ex Officio Financial Secretary Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the appointment of Jim Ivey as ex-officio financial secretary effective September 1, 1991. Mr. Hamilton moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. D. Desegregation Case: Appeal Issues Mr. Chris Heller reviewed the legal position in connection with the issues of the budget of the Office of Desegregation Monitoring and the extension of millages. Board members asked questions of Mr. Heller and of the Superintendent. Mrs. Jacovelli moved to instruct the attorneys to appeal the matter of the budget of the Office of Desegregation Monitoring. Ms. Pat Gee seconded the motion, and it carried four (4) to two (2) with one abstention. Mr. Hamilton, Dr. Mitchell, Ms. Jacovelli, and Ms. Gee voted in favor of the motion
Mr. Moore and Mr. Rutherford voted in opposition to the motion
Mrs. Armstrong abstained. Following discussion concerning the extension of millages, Dr. Steele recommended that the Board vote to appeal the issue of the extension of millages. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried four (4) to three (3). Mr. Hamilton, Dr. Mitchell, Mrs. Jacovelli, and Ms. Gee voted in favor of the motion
Mr. Rutherford, Mrs. Armstrong, and Mr. Moore voted in opposition to the motion. E. Personnel Changes Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the slip sheet on which Leon Adams is recommended to be employed as the Director of Federal Programs. Discussion ensued concerning Mr. Adams' qualifications. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried Board of Directors Regular Meeting August 22, 1991 5 five (5) to two (2), with Ms. Gee and Mrs. Jacovelli casting the dissenting votes. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the personnel changes in the printed agenda. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried five (5) to one (1) with Mrs. Jacovelli casting the dissenting vote. Mr. Rutherford was out of the room when the vote was taken. F. Financial Reports Dr. Steele recommended approval of the financial reports contained on the slip sheet to the agenda. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Rutherford was out of the room when the vote was taken. VI. REPORTS OF SUPERINTENDENT A. Update on Desegregation Implementation Mr. James Jennings reported. Board members asked questions. Mr. Lionel Ward reported on Romine' s plans for the Interdistrict School program. B. Report on Testing Dr. Steele and Mr. Sterling Ingram reported. Discussion ensued concerning the desire of some Board members for longitudinal studies on students' MAT-6 performance. Further discussion centered around remediation plans from past year and whether or not they had been successful in ensuing years. c. Update on Curriculum Revisions Dr. Steele informed the Board that this is the first report as a result of the "No More Excuses'' report. There was a brief discussion with Mrs. Matthis concerning this report. D. Report on Safety and Security The Superintendent directed the Board members' attention to the slip sheet entitled "Safe Schools" Plan, a 53-point action plan. Discussion ensured concerning the status of the pol ice resource officer program. Dr. Steele informed the Board that Mr. Dal ton will meet with the secondary principals on September 3. Further discussion centered around the new drug dog. Board of Directors Regular Meeting August 22, 1991 VII. VIII. AUDIENCE WITH INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS None STUDENT AND/OR EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINARY RECOMMENDATIONS Milo Jefferson 6 Mr. Howard reminded the Board that it had taken Milo's petition for reinstatement under advisement and that it needed to vote on his request. In a closed session, Mrs. Armstrong moved to deny reinstatement and refer Milo to the Juvenile Justice Center or Adult Education, and upon his successful matriculation in one of these programs for one year, he may petition for reinstatement. Mr. Skip Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried four (4) to (0) with only Mr. Rutherford, Mrs. Armstrong, Ms. Gee, and Dr. Mitchell voting because they were the four Board members who originally heard the petition. London Stewart Mr. Howard presented London Stewart's petition for reinstatement. Discussion ensued among Board members. Mrs. Armstrong moved that the record will reflect that London was expelled retroactively for the spring of 1990-91 semester and that he be allowed to re-enroll under strict probation for the 1991-92 school year. Mr. John Moore seconded the motion. Discuss ion ensued concerning his school assignment. Mr. Hamilton called the question. The vote on the call for the question carried four (4) to three (3) with Mr. Hamilton, Dr. Mitchell, Mr. Moore, and Mrs. Armstrong cast votes in favor of calling the question
and Mrs. Jacovelli, Mr. Rutherford, and Ms. Gee voted in opposition to calling the question. The vote on the original motion failed four (4) to three (3) with Mr. Rutherford, Mrs. Armstrong, Ms. Gee, and Mrs. Jacovelli voting in opposition to the motion
and Mr. Hamilton, Dr. Mitchell, and Mr. Moore voting in favor of the motion. Mr. Hamilton moved to allow the District to reinstate London Stewart and for the staff and district to determine the best school setting for him. Mr. John Moore seconded the motion, and it carried five (5) to two (2). Mr. Rutherford and Mrs. Armstrong cast the dissenting votes. Odell Alexander, Cedric Casey. Samuel Johnson. and Larry Robinson Mr. Howard directed the Board members' attention to the administration's recommendation to reinstate Odell Alexander, Board of Directors Regular Meeting August 22, 1991 Cedric Casey, Samuel Johnson, and Larry Robinson. Mr. Hamilton moved the Administration's recommendation concerning these four students. Mr. Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the regular meeting of the Board of Directors, Mr. Rutherford moved to adjourn. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:03 p.m. Approved: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS NOV 5 1991 Minutes Of Special Board Meeting August 15, 1991 Office of Desegrvgatic,1 Mu, !O, ing The Little Rock School District Board of Directors met in a lawfully called special meeting at 5:35 p.m. following the regular Committee meeting on August 15, 1991. The meeting was held in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mr. J. L. (Skip) Rutherford Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee MEMBERS ABSENT: Mrs. 0. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mr. John Moore ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruths. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the special meeting to order at 5:35 p.m . The roll call revealed the presence of four ( 4) Board members, which constituted a quorum. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The president announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of ratifying the Act 10 distribution of funds
to consider a permanent construction easement to Southwestern Bell Telephone at Jefferson Elementary School
to conduct a discussion on personnel
and to consider student petitions for reinstatement. RATIFICATION OF ACT 10 DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS: Dr. Steele explained the features of the tentative agreement reached by the District's negotiating team and the Little Rock Classroom Teacher's Association. She informed the Board that the teachers had already ratified the agreement and recommended that the Board do so. Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Skip Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PERMANENT CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT TO SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE The Superintendent directed the Board members' attention to the map and explanation of the 10' X 15' easement to Southwestern Bell Telephone to build a communications equipment station at Jefferson Elementary School. She recommended that the Board give approval for the administration to proceed with the execution of the necessary documents to convey the strip of land to Southwestern Bell Telephone. Mr. Skip Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. PERSONNEL DISCUSSION: Mr. Skip Rutherford moved to retire into executive session to discuss personnel matters. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board retired into executive session at 5:42 p.m. and reconvened at 6:37 p.m. Upon reconvening, the president announced that no action was taken during the executive session. STUDENT PETITIONS FOR REINSTATEMENT: Michael Rice and Naomi Jones Charles Murry and Brian Thornton Mr. Howard presented the administration's recommendation to reinstate Michael Rice and Naomi Jones to the Alternative Learning Center
to deny Charles Murry's petition for reinstatement and to refer him to the Juvenile Justice Center
and to deny Brian Thornton's petition for reinstatement. Mrs. Armstrong moved the administration's recommendation. Mr. Rutherford seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Brian Doss Mr. Howard presented the administration's recommendation to reinstate Brian Doss under strict probation for the first semester of the 1991-92 school year. Mr. Rutherford moved the administration's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Steven Brown Mr. Howard presented the administration's recommendation to reinstate Steven Brown. Steven appeared in person and answered questions from Board me~bers. Dr. Steele recommended that Steven be reinstated on str1ct probation and that any threats or difficulty at school will be grounds for immediate expulsion. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Clifton Fry Mr. Howard presented the administration's recommendation that Clifton not be reinstated. Clifton appeared in person along with his mother. After questioning from Board members and the Superintendent, Dr. Steele recommended that Clifton not be allowed to attend school and be given an opportunity to attend the Adult Education Center. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried three to one with Mr. Rutherford casting the dissenting vote. Following the vote, Mr. Rutherford appealed to the Board to refer Clifton to the Centers for Youth and Family for residential treatment in order that he might get counseling. By consensus, the Board agreed to his referral to the Centers for Youth and Family and that he can be admitted to the Centers as a Little Rock School District student if it is necessary for admission but that he must appear again before the Board before being reinstated to regular school. - Ryan Parker Mr. Howard presented the administration's recommendation that Ryan be reinstated on strict probation for the 1991-92 school year. Mr. Jodie carter, Principal at McClellan High School, concurred with the recommendation. Ryan appeared in person along with his father. After questioning by the Board and Superintendent, Dr. Steele recommended that Ryan be allowed to enroll at J. A. Fair High School on strict probation. Mr. Rutherford moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Anthony Guerra Mr. Howard presented the administration's recommendation that Anthony not be reinstated. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent' s recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Milo Jefferson Mr. Howard presented the administration's recommendation that Milo not be reinstated. Milo appeared in person along with his mother. Board members questioned Milo. Mrs. Armstrong left the meeting at 8:02 p.m. so the Board no longer had a quorum. Board members continued to talk with Milo, following which it decided to take his case under advisement and vote at a special Board meeting on Tuesday, August 20. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the special Board meeting, the meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m. upon motion by consensus of the remaining Board members. Approved: J!.1:M*~1trl!:J-tt&nt ~1
~iJ~ry LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 26, 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 8:37 a.m. on September 26, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The vice president, Mrs. O. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore Mr. Dorsey Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell EX OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. John Burgin, Teacher Representative Mr. Adam Kirby, Student Representative ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The vice president called the meeting to order at 8:37 a.m. The roll call revealed the presence of six (6) Board members. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of discussing concerns about the upcoming ESP election. DISCUSSION OF CONCERNS ABOUT THE ESP ELECTION: Dr. Steele told the Board that the administration has a very serious concern about the way in which the ESP election campaign has been conducted. Specifically, she said Board policy prohibits campaigning on District property and that the policy has been violated numerous times. She directed the Board members' attention to the copies of letters and other information indicating that the Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association had been notified that they were violating District policy. She further informed the Board that the administration does not have the liberty of selecting which policies it enforces and which ones it does not enforce. Board members questioned Mr. Frank Martin, Executive Director of the Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association. Mr. Martin complained that he did not have adequate notification of the meeting and questioned the manner in which the special meeting was called. Mr. Martin maintained that the policy concerning campaigning on District policy is a new interpretation and has never been enforced in this way before. Mrs. Eleanor Coleman told the Board that she was angry and disappointed. She said she was informed of the special meeting at - 7:58 a.m. Following discussion, Mr. John Moore moved that the Board cancel the representative election scheduled for October 1 and not allow the Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association to conduct another election until 1992-93. Mr. Dorsey Jackson seconded the motion, and after more discussion, the motion carried five (5) to one (1), with Mr. Hamilton casting the dissenting vote. ADJOURNMENT: Mrs. Armstrong moved to adjourn. Mr. Moore seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:11 a.m. 0. 0. G. lli, 'President Pat Gee, Secretary APPROVED:__._/,_/__,
."-'/_-____ Z-'---1/- LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIAL SECRET BALLOT for Little Rock School District Custodians Do you wish to b Association as your so e salary, fringe benefits and worki MARK AN 'X' IN THE SQUA YES D tie Rock Classroom Teachers tive for negotiations for D DO NOT SIGN THIS BALLOT. Fold and drop in ballot box. LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIAL SECRET BALLOT for Little Rock School District Aides Do you wish to be e Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association as your sole tative for negotiations for salary, fringe benefits and wor - ~---------+,----+-+---+-+-~--------- DO NOT SIGN THIS BALLOT. Fold and drop in ballot box. LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICIAL SECRET BALLOT for Little Rock School District Bus Drivers and Bus Driver Aides Do you wish to be ep Association as your .:>L>M::
..,-a salary, fringe benefits and MARK AN 'X' IN THE SQ YES _ ,. D the Little Rock Classroom Teachers resentative for negotiations for ns? DO NOT SIGN THIS BALLOT. Fold and drop in ballot box. LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Minutes Of Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 J I 3 1 \992 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in its regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 6:06 p.m. on September 26, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. T:he president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell and the newly elected president, Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli, presided. Members Present: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. 0. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. "Bill" Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore Mr. Dorsey Jackson Members Absent: None Ex Officio Members Present: Mr. John Burgin, Teacher Ex Officio Member Mr. Adam Kirby, Student Ex Officio Member Also Present: Dr. Ruths. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist I. ACTION: CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of all seven (7) Board members. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 II. ACTION: READING OF THE MINUTES 2 The president directed the Board members' attention to the minutes of the minutes of the special meeting on August 15, 1991, and the regular meeting on August 22, 1991. Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved to approve the minutes as published. Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. III. CONSENT: CONSENT ITEMS Dr. Steele announced that new partnerships had been formed between Falcon Publications and Booker Magnet School. She reviewed the terms of the partnership agreement and recommended that the Board approve it. Mr. John Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Superintendent announced that a new partnership had been formed between Southwestern Bell Yellow Pages and the District. She reviewed the instructional activities that would occur as a result of the partnership, using the Yellow Pages as a resource. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the partnership. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. IV. PRESENTATIONS: A. Superintendent's Citations Dr. Steele presented a Superintendent's Citation to Jackie Porchia, a student from McClellan Community High School, in recognition for her selection for the 1991 Master Learner Award for demonstrating the most academic improvement in 1990~ Ms. Portia accepted the Citation in person and received a standing ovation. Dr. Steele also presented a Superintendent's Citation to Martin Swint, a 24-year veteran teacher at Central High School, in recognition of his selection as the 1990-91 Vocational Teacher of the Year. A Superintendent's Citation was also presented to the Community Involvement Team at Levi Strauss for their generous grant contribution to the Alternative Learning Center. Dr. Steele also expressed appreciation to John Burgin and Adam Kirby for their service to the Board as ex officio members this month by presenting them with a Superintendent's Citation. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 B. Citizens Committees None reporting. c. Board Members 3 Dr. Mitchell commended the Biracial Advisory Committee for hosting a reception for the Board members just prior to the regular meeting. She also recognized a Boys Scout troop in the audience from Mabelvale Elementary. Ms. Pat Gee announced that she had observed very positive activities going on in the District during three visits to Dunbar Jr. High, Fair Park Elementary School, and Washington Magnet School. She encouraged the media to publicize the positive things. Mrs. Armstrong commended the staff for the extra effort it put forth to ensure a smooth opening of school. V. REMARKS FROM CITIZENS Prior to beginning this section on the agenda, Dr. Steele reminded the speakers that Board policy prohibits employees from making false or vicious remarks about an employee or supervisor of the District. She said that allegations of wrong-doing by employees will be investigated. She pointed out that the grievance procedure is available to everyone and that it will be followed. Luke Smith, representing Hall High School's Student Council, presented flowers to the Board as a way of thanking the Board for its work on behalf of the District and told the Board that the students are looking forward to a good year. Ms. Lee Abernathy complained that she had been called in by a supervisor and asked if anyone had approached her to join the union. She informed the Board that this was a violation of her rights. Ms. Irma King told the Board that the drivers need a union and the Board does not know what their conditions are. She asked the Board to let them vote on representation, Ms. Theretha Jackson said the security at tonight's meeting made her feel bad. She complained that she runs three runs even though the administration at the Transportation Department disputes this fact. She asked the Board to look at what is going on. Mr. James Adams said he runs three runs and doesn't get an extra dime for it. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 4 Ms. Nettie Nichols complained that she had applied for another position in the Transportation Department, that she was the most qualified for it and had the most seniority but denied. She said Virgil Jones used profanity and degraded her. She complained of sexual harassment. She warned that there would be a revolution that will shock Arkansas and the nation. Reva Rhodes complained that she had been sexually harassed by someone at the Transportation Department. Gwen Porter-Cole said the drivers need a voice and asked that the Board do an investigation of the Transportation Department. Jackie Jones said she is not allowed to voice her opinion. Said she wants her supervisor to stand up for her. Eleanor Coleman told the Board that she objected to the way in which the early morning special meeting was called. She objected to the "kangaroo court" that was conducted at the special meeting earlier today and complained that the Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association was accused and sentenced without a fair trial. She told the Board that she asked only for fairness. Selma Hobby reported that the administration building's United Way campaign had been very successful and that 11 of the 14 departments in the building were 100 percent in contributions to United Way. Sid Johnson, President of the Arkansas Education Association, told the Board that their action earlier today to cancel the ESP election five days before it was to take place was unfair. He spoke of the need for representation for employees because the District is so large and asked the Board to calmly reverse itself. Willie Givens urged the Board to allow the ESP personnel to choose whether or not it wanted to have representation. Michael Rice, the parent of a handicapped student, informed the Board that his son used a trained dog to assist him at Mann Junior High School and related how happy his son was with school. He explained that he sensed some uneasiness on someone's part about the dog's presence at the school although he had not received any complaints about the dog from school personnel. He asked Board members to let him know if they knew anything about what was going on. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 5 RECESS The Board recessed at 7:05 p.m. The Board reconvened at 7:25 p.m. PRESENTATION OF PETITION Mrs. Eleanor Coleman presented the Board with a petition requesting a special Board meeting. Dr. Steele announced that the Board and administration are very concerned about the problems related to the Board concerning the Transportation Department, and therefore, the administration will do whatever it takes to eliminate the problem. VI. ACTION ITEMS A. Donations Dr. Steele directed the Board's attention to the donation requests as follows: Mr. Carl R. Stapleton asks permission to donate a computer system with accessories and software to the school to be used in classrooms
The Jefferson PTA asks permission to donate a refrigerator to Jefferson Elementary School for use in the teacher's lounge. Dr. Steele recommended approval of the donation requests. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. B. Election of Officers The chair called for nominations for president of the Board of Directors for 1991-92. Ms. Pat Gee nominated Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli. Mrs. Armstrong moved that Mrs. Jacovelli be elected by acclamation. There being no other names to be placed in nomination, Mrs. Jacovelli was elected president by acclamation on a six (6) to one (1) vote. Dr. Katherine Mitchell cast the dissenting vote. Mrs. Armstrong nominated Mr. John Moore as vice president of the Board for 1991-92. Mrs. Jacovelli moved to elect John Moore as vice president by acclamation. There being no other names to be Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 6 placed in nomination, Mr. Moore was elected vice president by a unanimous vote of the Board. Mrs. Jacovelli nominated Ms. Pat Gee as secretary of the Board. Mr. Hamil ton moved to elect Mrs. Gee as secretary by acclamation. There being no other names to be placed in nomination, Ms. Gee was elected as secretary by a unanimous vote of the Board. Following the election of new officers, Dr. Mitchell presented the gavel to Mrs. Jacovelli, who in turn presented Dr. Mitchell with a souvenir gavel to commemorate her service to the Board as president during 1990-91. Dr. Mitchell expressed appreciation to her fellow Board members and expressed hope that the Board will continue to focus on our children so they will get their needs met. C. Interdistrict School Sites Dr. Steele asked that this item be tabled until next month. After expressing some concerns, Mrs. Armstrong moved to table to October with the provision that the administration bring all the relative facts that pertain to the interdistrict plan along with the recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. D. Drug Free Schools and Communities Grant Dr. Steele recommended approval of the submission of the grant application to the Arkansas Department of Education. Mr. John Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. E. Levi Strauss Grant The Superintendent recommended that the Board approve the acceptance of a $7,000 grant from Levi Strauss which will help fund the parent support and involvement group for students at the Alternative Learning Center. Mr. Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. F. Resolution for Sale of Construction Bonds Mr. Mark McBryde from Stephens, Inc. summarized the process for taking bids and selling the issue in the amount of $15,100,000, representing the final installment of the renovation and improvement program the voters approved in 1990. He furnished the Board with a Resolution confirming the sale of the bonds to Merrill Lynch & Company and recommended its adoption by the Board. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 7 After discussion of the issue, Mrs. Armstrong moved adoption of the Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Delivery of Bonds
and Prescribing Other Matters Pertaining Thereto. Mr. Dorsey Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. G. Personnel Changes Dr. Steele suggested that the Board retire into executive session to discuss personnel matters. Mrs. Armstrong moved to retire into executive session to discuss personnel matters. Mr. Moore seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board retired into executive session at 8:02 p.m. and reconvened at 9:26 p.m. Upon reconvening, the chair announced that the Board had been discussing personnel matters and that no action was taken. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the personnel changed reflected in the printed agenda. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Superintendent recommended that the Board approve the employment of Berthena Dunn to the position of intern administrator at Washington Magnet School as reflected on the slip sheet and asked that Ada Keown's name be removed from the slip sheet. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Dr. Mitchell seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. H. Financial Reports Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the financial reports as published in the printed agenda. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. VII. REPORTS OF SUPERINTENDENT A. 1990-91 Districtwide Annual Report The Superintendent directed the Board and audience to the 1990-91 Districtwide Annual Report which outlines the District's work toward achieving its goals. B. Update on Desegregation Mr. James Jennings presented the update on desegregation implementation. Board members asked questions and Mr. Jennings and Dr. Steele responded. There was discussion about the status of textbooks in schools and recruitment. Board members asked that we keep them informed about our progress on recruitment. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 C. Report on Volunteers in Public School and Partners in Education This report was deferred to a later date. 8 D. Elementary Social Studies Multicultural Curriculum Guides Dr. Steele explained the curriculum guides are in draft form. She further told the Board that the committee is using sections from the core curriculum and State Department guides. Dr. Steele assured the Board that the curriculum will be approved by the Board before it is implemented. VIII. AUDIENCE WITH INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS Dr. Steele announced that she is in the process of forming a committee to investigate specific allegations of misconduct by Transportation Department personnel. IX. STUDENT AND/OR EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINARY RECOMMENDATIONS Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the uncontested expulsion recommendations of Latisha Brown and Theodus Brown. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board discussed the petitions for reinstatement presented by Mr. Rudolph Howard and upon motion by Mr. Hamilton, a second by Mrs. Armstrong, and an affirmative vote by five members of the Board, the Board took the following action: Nashid Ashwood - Accepted the administration's recommendation for reinstatement. Carmen Byrd - Accepted the administration's recommendation for reinstatement to the Alternative Learning Center. Felicia Boyd - Accepted the administration's recommendation for reinstatement to the Alternative Learning Center. Monte Cooney - Accepted the administration's recommendation for referral to the Juvenile Justice Center. Deon Sheard - Accepted the administration's recommendation for reinstatement. Lavone Thomas - Accepted the administration's recommendation for reinstatement. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 9 Marcus Whitaker - Accepted the administration's recommendation for reinstatement. Chester Sims - Accepted the administration's recommendation for reinstatement. Mrs. Jacovelli and Mr. Moore voted in opposition to the motion. The Board discussed the reinstatement petition of Farris Deloney, following which Mr. Moore moved the accept the administration's recommendation following Farris' mother's testimony before the Board that the student be reinstated on the condition that he enroll in the counseling program and if he does not complete the program he will be expelled again. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Bill Hamilton left the meeting at 10:32 p.m. The Board discussed the reinstatement petition of Clifton Fry following which Dr. Steele recommended that Clifton be allowed to enroll in the Alternative Learning Center and be evaluated for counseling. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried five (5) to one (1) with Mr. Moore casting the dissenting vote. The Board asked Mr. Howard to ask Laquanda Jacobs and Antwain Mayes to appear in person before the Board at the next Board meeting
therefore, no action was taken concerning these two petitions for reinstatement. Upon motion by Mr. Jackson and a second by Mrs. Armstrong, the Board voted unanimously to accept the administration's recommendation on Derrick Williams and Reginald Strain, which was to reinstate Reginald Strain and to reinstate Derrick Williams to the Alternative Learning Center. The Board discussed the reinstatement petition of Michael Tillman, following which Dr. Steele recommended that Michael be allowed to reinstated on strict probation and be assigned to a New Futures School. Dr. Mitchell moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Board of Directors Regular Meeting September 26, 1991 ADJOURNMENT 10 There being no further business to come before the regular meeting of the Board of Directors, Mr. Dorsey Jackson moved to adjourn. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 11:37 p.m. o. G. Jacove7::President Pat Gee, Secretary Approved:_~/-0_---'d...,,,_,,~--C/c.....:/'-- LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Board of Directors Special Meeting September 19, 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 5:35 p.m. on September 19, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Dr. Katherine Mitchell, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong Ms. Pat Gee Mr. John Moore Mr. Dorsey Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of all seven Board members. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of approving ballots for the ESP representative election on October 1 and to consider student disciplinary recommendations. APPROVAL OF BALLOTS: Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the proposed ballots previously furnished to them and recommended that the Board approve them. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. A copy of the approved ballots are attached hereto and made a part hereof. STUDENT DISCIPLINARY RECOMMENDATIONS: In a closed session, Mr. Rudolph Howard presented students' requests for reinstatement to school. After reviewing all the information presented in the background materials and in dialogue with Mr. Howard, Mr. Hamilton moved the administration's recommendation on the petitions for reinstatement. Mr. Dorsey Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried by a vote of five (5) to two (2). Mr. Moore and Ms. Gee cast the dissenting votes. The administration's recommendation on the petitions for reinstatement were as follows: Reinstated Kevin Barton to the Alternative Learning Center
Reinstated Donna Bone with the suggestion that the District enroll her at a New Futures School instead of Henderson
Referred Richard Bracy to the Juvenile Justice Center for one year
Reinstated Darren Carr
Reinstated Donnie Graham
Reinstated Jimmy Hollins
Referred Juan Jordon to the Juvenile Justice Center or the Alternative Learning Center for one year
Reinstated Steven King to the Alternative Learning Center for year
Reinstated Jos Wheeler
Reinstated Marcus Winston to J. A. Fair High School
Reinstated Brenda Bell
Reinstated David Patrick. rt was emphasized that all of the reinstated students were on strict probation. RECESS: The Board recessed for a break at 6:32 p.m. and reconvened at 7:13 p.m. STUDENT HEARINGS: The Board heard testimony from Nathia Grayson's father. After hearing all testimony and considering the testimony and evidence presented, the Superintendent recommended that the Board uphold the administration's recommendation to expel Nathia Grayson for the remainder of the 1991-92 school year. Mr. John Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Robin Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board heard testimony from the hearing officer concerning the expulsion recommendation of Shannon Ryan. After considering the testimony presented by Mr. Howard and considering the matter, the Superintendent recommended that the Board accept the recommendation of the EMT team and suspend Shannon for 10 days. Mr. John Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board considered the background material in connection with the recommendation for the emergency removal of Rod Mcclinton and to refer him to the Juvenile Justice Center. Mr. Bill Hamilton moved the administration's recommendation. Mrs. Robin Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board considered the recommendation for the long-term suspension of Terrence Saulsberry. Mr. Hamilton moved the administration's recommendation for long-term suspension. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: Mrs. Armstrong moved to adjourn. Mrs. Jacovelli seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. There being no further business to come within the call for the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m. THERINE MITCHELL, PRESIDENT WILLIE D. HILTON,SECRETAR APPROVED: // ~ /- 9/ ..... LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 5:10 p.m. on October 14, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Ms. Pat Gee Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. John Moore (Joined meeting at 6:15 p.m.) Mrs. Robin Armstrong Mr. Dorsey Jackson ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruths. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 5:10 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of four (4) Board members, which constituted a quorum. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of considering student disciplinary recommendations, and to conduct an employee hearing. She announced that the hearings will be closed. APPEARANCES BY STUDENTS SEEKING REINSTATEMENT: The Board heard testimony from Mr. Howard, Mr. Everett Hawks, and the mother of Tyrone Devlin's mother in connection with Tyrone's petition for reinstatement. Board members asked questions and considered the testimony. Dr. Steele recommended that Tyrone Devlin be reinstated to Cloverdale Junior High School on strict probation for the 1991-92 school year. Mr. Bill Hamil ton moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Antwain Mayes failed to appear for the hearing. Following discussion among Board members, the student hearing officer, and the Superintendent, Dr. Steele recommended that Antwain Mayes be reinstated to the Alternative Learning Center under strict probation. Mr. Hamilton moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Dr. Mitchell seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Howard directed the Board members' attention to the uncontested long-term suspension recommendations. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board confirm the long-term suspensions of Fabian Abraham, Camel Springs, Willie Tyler, Kerry Wilson, and Shannon Scales. Mr. Hamilton moved the Superintendent's recommendations. Dr. Mitchell seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Howard directed the Board members' attention to the uncontested expulsion recommendations. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board confirm the expulsion recommendations of Charles Greer, Frank Lockhart, and Antonio Johnson. Mr. Hamilton moved the superintendent's recommendation. Dr. Mitchell seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. EMPLOYEE HEARING: Mr. John Moore joined the meeting just as the hearing began. The Board conducted an appeal hearing on behalf of Becky Wilkerson. Mr. Brady Gadberry represented the District administration and Mr. Frank Martin represented Ms. Wilkerson. After hearing testimony from Dick Johnson, Director of Transportation, and Ms. Wilkerson, opening and closing arguments by Mr. Gadberry and Mr. Martin, and questioning by Board members, Mr. John Moore moved to go into executive session. Ms. Pat Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board retired into executive session at 7:30 p.m. and reconvened at 7:37 p.m. Upon reconvening the chair announced that no action was taken during executive session. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board uphold the termination recommendation of the administration. Ms. Pat Gee moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the special meeting of the Board, Ms. Gee moved to adjourn. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. O. G. Jaco7J.i,President jtfJ&etary APPROVED: _ ____.._,//_--___.
2-~/_-_i .__I LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 1, 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 6:05 p.m. on October 1, 1991, in the Administration Building, 810 West Markham street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The special meeting was called as a result of a petition signed by fifty (50) citizens in accordance with Board policy. The president, Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. O. G. Jacovelli Mr. John Moore Ms. Pat Gee Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong Mr. Dorsey Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: Dr. Katherine Mitchell EX OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Scott Morgan, Teacher Representative ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of six (6) Board members. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting had been called in response to a petition from 50 citizens. Mrs. Jacovelli called on Mrs. Eleanor Coleman, president of the Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association. Mrs. Coleman told the Board that she assumed the position as president of the LRCTA with a number of goals, one of which was to bring harmony within the ranks of our members and the administration. She briefly reviewed her goals and told the Board that she would like to get back to work on those goals. She asked that the Board reconsider its vote of last week and allow the LRCTA to conduct a representative election. She reviewed her perception of the misunderstanding concerning campaigning on District property and assured the Board that she never intended to violate District policy nor did she conduct her business with malice. She further assured the Board that if it votes to allow the election, the policy will be followed. Mr. Frank Martin informed the Board that the sentiments expressed by Mrs. Coleman were the sentiments of all the union representatives and members. He told the Board that the LRCTA try to represent its members as well as it can and all they want is to be treated with dignity and respect. He told the Board that he fully understood management's responsibility. He asked the Board to give the ESP personnel a chance to choose their spokesman relative to hours, wages, and working conditions. Board members asked questions, following which Dr. Steele told the Board and audience that she appreciated the acknowledgment by Mrs. Coleman and Mr. Martin that District policy will be adhered to. She assured the Board that the administration will abide by it and the administration will enforce it. She reiterated that the situation the administration finds itself is that it is obligated to enforce the policies of the Board and it can't be selective in which ones it enforces and which ones it doesn't enforce. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board declare a thirty (30) day period starting today when no one says anything except for the fact that the investigation of the transportation department will continue. At the end of the thirty days the administration will provide to LRCTA a list of names and addresses of ESP employees derived from our payroll, which means that they should be as up to date as possible at that particular time. Then assuming that there are no violations of district policy, we will hold an election sixty days from today, which will actually be December 2 because that is the Monday, the closest time that the election can be held
that the campaign will be conducted according to Board policy and that Brady Gadberry and Frank Martin work out the details as to the voting procedures and present a recommendation for us to consider. In the meantime, an investigation of the Transportation Department will continue down two tracks: one will be an internal track where specific allegations will be investigated, and in fact that investigation is already proceeding by some individuals who are employed by our District in other departments they are investigating the charges that have been alleged and were alleged in the last meeting. Those include such things as sexual harassment, favoritism, and discouragement to join the union. The second track is a public track and that involves an evaluation of management practices and employee relations at the Transportation Department. For the last several days I have been involved in the process of selecting a committee to assist with that investigation, and I have asked several people to help us. There are two who have committed as of today to be on the committee and the others will let me know tomorrow or the next day as we form a balanced committee in terms of race and sex of people who are prepared to deal with the intricacies of the management of a large department, but two of the people who have committed to serve on that committee will be Mahlon Martin and Woodson Walker. Others will be added tomorrow. We will ask that they conduct as thorough investigation as they possibly can
that they talk with a number of people
that they issue findings of fact
and that they come to us with some recommendations around those two broad areas. In the meantime between now and December 2, I think I have outlined generally what is supposed to be done during the sixty day period. The thirty days during which the campaign will be conducted between the end of October and the first of December should be done strictly according to Board policy and then the election can be held on December 2. In the meantime also, the policies of the previous contract and the provisions of the previous contract which the Board voted to leave in effect until such time as a new contract was established with the exception of grievance timelines and termination timelines will continue. That is my recommendation to the Board. Mr. John Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Dorsey Jackson seconded the motion, and following discussion, it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come within the call for the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 6:26 p.m. upon motion by Mr. Moore, a second by Mr. Hamilton, and unanimous approval by the Board members. 1li,President Pat Gee, Secretary Approved:_/_/,_ _J_~ /~-9,~1/_ LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 17, 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 6:04 p.m. on October 17, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 819 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Mr. John Moore Ms. Pat Gee Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong Mr. Dorsey Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: None EX OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Scott Morgan, Teacher Representative Miss Regina Wade, Student Representative ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruths. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. The roll call confirmed the presence of all seven (7) Board members. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of meeting with the Desegregation Monitor and some of her staff. Board of Directors Special Meeting October 17, 1991 MEETING WITH DESEGREGATION MONITOR: 2 The chair introduced Mrs. Ann Brown, the Desegregation Monitor, who in turn introduced Mr. Bob Morgan and Mrs. Melissa Ripling Gulden, two staff members in the Monitor's office. Mr. Morgan explained that his job would be primarily in the financial area and Mrs. Gulden explained that her primary area of responsibility would be in early childhood education. Mrs. Brown emphasized that all staff members would have a primary area of emphasis but would be working as a team on all areas. Mrs. Brown reviewed the background and emphasis of the other staff members: Margie Powell, Horace Smith, and Connie Hickman. Ms. Brown reviewed her philosophy of monitoring. She also reviewed the process her office would use and expressed the desire to work in partnership with the District to help it succeed in its desegregation efforts. Board members asked questions concerning the process. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come within the call for the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. upon motion by Mr. Dorsey Jackson, a second by Mr. Moore, and unanimous approval of the Board members. li,President Pat Gee, Secretary APPROVED: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District met in its regularly scheduled meeting at 6 p.m. on October 24, 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Ms. Pat Gee Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong Mr. Dorsey Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. John Moore (Joined meeting at 6:44 p.m.) EX OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: Mr. Scott Morgan, Teacher Representative Miss Regina Wade, Student Representative ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth S. Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist I. ACTION: CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: The president called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of six (6) Board members. II. ACTION: READING OF THE MINUTES: The chair pointed out that the minutes had been corrected prior to the meeting and Board members had received a corrected sheet. Mrs. Armstrong moved approval of the minutes of the regular Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 2 meeting on September 26, 1991, as corrected. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. III. CONSENT: CONSENT ITEMS New Partnerships Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the following new partnerships: Women in Energy-Little Rock Chapter and Cloverdale Elementary School
Central Arkansas Rehabilitation Hospital and Franklin Elementary School
Meadowbrook Community Club and Washington Magnet School
and RSVP Catering and Henderson Junior High School. Mrs. Robin Armstrong moved approval of the partnerships. Mr. Dorsey Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Certificates were presented to each of the partners and representatives of the school commemorating the new partnerships. IV. PRESENTATIONS: A. Superintendent's Citations Dr. Steele presented Superintendent's Ci tat ions to Nikeia Talley, a student from Washington Math/Science Magnet School, for being selected to represent the governor as the Youth Representative for the State of Arkansas at the National Children's Dauy Celebration in Washington, D. C. A Citation was also presented to Andrea Anderson, a senior at Parkview Magnet School who was cited for outstanding performance in writing by the National Council of Teachers of English. A Citation was presented to Mr. Cleveland Ellis, a teacher at Ish Incentive School for organizing positive student role models at Ish called Students That Officially Patrol {STOP). Mr. Ellis had some of the students accompany him to the Board meeting. Melinda Milloway Valdez, a speech and debate teacher at Hall High School, was presented a Superintendent's Citation in recognition of her being awarded the Speech Teacher of the Year Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 3 honors for 1992 at the fall Arkansas state Communication Association Convention. Paula Smith, a math teacher at Washington Math/Science Magnet School, was presented a Superintendent's Citation in honor of her being awarded the 1991 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching. A Superintendent's Citation was presented to five teachers who were presenters at the Arkansas Activities Association Speech Demonstration Day this month at Henderson State University. The five teachers were Fred S. Boosey, Charlene Shehane, Cathy Holladay, Pat Treadway, and Debbie Howell. The Superintendent also thanked this month's ex officio Board members, Scott Morgan and Regina Wade, by presenting a Superintendent's Citation to them. Dr. Steele read a Resolution in memory of Dennis Holloway, a Dunbar Junior High School teacher who died recently. The Board unanimously adopted the Resolution upon motion by Mrs. Armstrong and a second by Ms. Gee. The framed Resolution was presented to Glen Holloway, brother of Dennis Holloway. B. Citizens Committees None reporting. c. Board Members Mrs. Jacovelli urged that everyone treat each other with more respect and with openness. She said she has asked that files be set up that will be opened to the press or anyone who asks to see communications from and to the attorneys in the desegregation case because her goal as president is to promote mutual respect and openness. v. REPORT: REMARKS FROM CITIZENS Gus Blass, III, president of the Quapaw Area Council of Boy Scouts, briefly discussed plans for the participation of Boy Scouts in the incentive schools' after-school program stating that they are planning a field trip once each semester and will pay registration and buy t-shirts for each boy. He said he hoped in the future the District will share these costs with the Boy Scouts. Judy Chunyo, the parent of a child at Bale, commended the services provided by the Department of Exceptional Children and asked that the District increase the financial support for supplies and materials. She suggested that special education children Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 4 should be double-weighted for funding because they require more supplies. She also suggested that the District keep class sizes small. Eleanor Coleman commended the goal of openness. She stated that she received a letter today from the Superintendent that addresses what she was planning to speak about. Lou Ethel Nauden expressed concern about the proposed change in the citizens comments section of the agenda. She asked that the Board not act hastily and chastized the previous comments that some employee comments during Board meetings created a "circus." She urged Board members to get to know the non-certified personnel. Frank Martin spoke in opposition to reorganizing the agenda to change the employee comment opportunity. Paula Alewine told the Board that she was being lied to by the Transportation Department concerning procedure. She said the bus driver left her five year old child at a very busy street nine blocks from her house. She asked that the Board require a - safer procedure for transporting children to and from school. VI. ACTION: ACTION ITEMS: A. Donations of Property Mr. John Moore joined the meeting at 6:44 p.m. Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the donation requests in the printed agenda as follows: Carver PTA requests permission to donate playground equipment, a cookie cutter, and landscapting to the school
and The Kroger Company #550 wishes to donate a 1990 set of World Book Encyclopedias to the media center at Carver. Dr. donations. recommendation. unanimously. Steele recommended that the Board approve the Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried B. 1991 Consolidated Application for Special Education and Related Services Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the 1991-92 proposal for submission to the State Department of Education. Mr. Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 5 Hamil ton moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. C. Revised 1991-92 P.L. 89-313 Application Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the revised application abstract in the printed agenda and recommended that the Board approve this 1991-92 proposal for submission to the State Department of Education. Ms. Pat Gee moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. D. Proposed Reorganization of Board Agenda Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the revised policy slip-sheeted into the agenda, stating that the revision has attempted to address Board member concerns. She reviewed the changes and recommended that the Board approve it for first reading. Mr. Hamil ton moved the Superintendent's recommendation for approval for first reading. Mr. John Moore seconded the motion. Following discussion, the motion carried unanimously. E. Recommendation on Salary and Job Analysis Dr. Steele recommended that the Board direct the administration to develop a proposal for conducting a salary and job analysis and present it to the Board for discussion and action at the regularly scheduled Board meeting in November. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Jackson seconded the motion. Following discussion, the motion carried unanimously. F. Consideration of Nominations for Biracial Advisory Committee Membership Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the nominations of Carla Bobo, Larry Davis, Dianne Isbel, Roy Johnson, Herschell Meadows, Kenyon Lowe, and Joslyn Rocker for membership on the Biracial Advisory Committee. Mr. Hamilton moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Dorsey Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried six (6) to one (l}. Dr. Katherine Mitchell cast the dissenting vote. G. Policy Modification on the Evaluation of the Superintendent Dr. Steele told the Board that the policy was revised to make it comport with the actual practice of the Board. In addition, the gender was changed to make it as gender neutral as Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 6 possible. She recommended that the Board approve the policy for first reading. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. H. Issues Related to the Desegregation Plan Dr. Steele recommended that the Board allow the administration to make a recommendation for action in November. Mr. Moore moved to table the issues related to the desegregation plan until November. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. I. Lease Agreement with the Little Rock Boys Club Dr. Steele recommended that the Board give approval for the administration to proceed with the execution of the necessary documents to enter into a lease agreement between the Little Rock School District and the Little Rock Boys Club for use of property on and adjacent to Woodruff Elementary School. She pointed out the slip-sheeted diagram of the fence that will be moved. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. J. LEA Assurance of Services to Homeless Children and Homeless Youth The Superintendent reminded the Board that it had reviewed the policies required by the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act and recommended the approval of the assurances. Ms. Gee moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. K. Dwight D. Eisenhower Mathematics and Science Act Grant Proposal Dr. Steele directed the Board members' attention to the proposal in the printed agenda and recommended that the Board approve the request to submit this grant application to the Arkansas Department of Education for funding. Mr. Jackson moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried with six affirmative votes. Mrs. Armstrong was out of the room when the vote was taken. L. Teachers of Tomorrow Academy The Superintendent reviewed the proposal for "growing our own teachers." She recommended that the Board approve the request by the Dis~rict to pursue funding from the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation and other sources to establish a Teachers of Tomorrow Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 7 Academy. Dr. recommendation. unanimously. Katherine Mitchell moved the Superintendent's Mr. Moore seconded the motion, and it carried M. Personnel Changes Dr. Steele recommended that the Board approve the personnel changes in the printed agenda. Mr. Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Superintendent directed the Board members' attention to the slip sheet which recommends Jeanette Wagner as Communications Assistant. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Moore seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. N. Financial Reports Dr. Steele recommended approval of the financial report listed in the printed agenda. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamil ton seconded the motion. Following discussion about the format of the reports and the need for the bills-paid section, the motion carried unanimously. SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: Dr. Katherine Mitchell moved to suspend the rules so the Board might consider a Resolution on Restructuring. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried six (6) to one (1), with Mrs. Jacovelli casting the dissenting vote. RESOLUTION OF RESTRUCTING: Dr. Mitchell directed the Board members' attention to the Resolution on Restructuring which she had provided to them. She then moved adoption of the Resolution. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and following discussion, it carried unanimously. VII. REPORTS OF SUPERINTENDENT: A. Security Update Dr. Steele explains that the report in the printed agenda outlines what has occurred on the police resource officer program. There was a brief discussion of the report. Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 B. Desegregation Update 8 Mr. James Jennings reviewed certain parts of the report. There was a brief discussion. VIII. AUDIENCE WITH INDIVIDUALS OR GROUPS Ms. Eleanor Coleman asked questions concerning the proposed revision in the citizen remarks section of the Board agenda. Mr. Frederick Lee spoke in support of continuing to print the bills paid section in the Board agenda. IX. STUDENT DISCIPLINARY RECOMMENDATIONS Mr. Rudolph Howard presented the following non-contested disciplinary recommendations: Demarcus Brown - Expulsion Michael Hearne - Expulsion Thomas Sugg - Expulsion Dorain Lyons - Long-term Suspension Tyrone Smith - Long-term Suspension Stacie Swiggins - Long-term suspension. Mrs. Armstrong moved the administration's recommendations on the non-contested expulsions and long-term suspensions. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board considered the expulsion recommendation of Andre Davis in a closed session. Considerable discussion ensued. Mr. Moore moved that Andre be expelled for the 1991-92 school year. Mr. Jackson seconded the motion. The motion failed four (4) to three (3). Mrs. Jacovelli, Mr. Jackson, and Mr. Moore voted in favor of the motion. Ms. Gee, Dr. Mitchell, Ms. Armstrong, and Mr. Hamilton voted in opposition to the motion. Mr. Hamilton moved that Andre be left out of school until we find out what the drug is. Dr. Mitchell seconded the motion. The motion failed four (4) to three (3). Voting in favor of the motion was Mr. Hamilton, Dr. Mitchell, and Ms. Gee. Voting in opposition to the motion was Mrs. Jacovelli, Mr. Moore, and Mr. Jackson. Mrs. Armstrong moved to refer Andre to the Alternative Learning Center on strict probation and for him to be assessed for Fighting Back until it is proven whether the drug is an illegal substance. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion. Discussion ensued and with agreement of Mrs. Armstrong and Mr. Hamilton, an amendment was added to the motion to provide that Andre would reappear before the Board after the substance is identified and the Board will assess his progress and determine Board of Directors Regular Meeting October 24, 1991 9 whether he needs to be expelled or continue his attendance at the Alternative Learning Center. The motion carried five (5) to two .ill with Mr. Moore and Mrs. Jacovelli casting the dissenting votes. The Board heard testimony and considered evidence concerning the petition of LaQuanda Jacobs for reinstatement to school. Dr. Steele recommended that the Board allow her to re-enter the District and to enroll at Mabelvale Junior High School on strict probation. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Hamilton seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. The Board heard testimony and considered evidence concerning the expulsion recommendation of Marquez Miller. Dr. Steele recommended that Marquez be expelled for the remainder of the 1991- 92 school year. Mr. Moore moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mrs. Armstrong seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mrs. Estelle Matthis explained to the Board Kentry Taylor's team had erred in its conclusion that Kentry's action was not related to his handicap. She explained that she had reviewed the student's test scores and other documentation and was convinced that it is not in the District's best interest to follow the recommendation that Kentry be reinstated to another school on strict probation. She recommended that the Board allow the District to consider some other alternatives and not take any action on this student at this time. No action was taken. ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Moore moved to adjourn. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. There being no further business to come before the regular meeting of the Board of Directors, the meeting adjourned at 10:01 p.m. O. G. Jacovli,President Pat Gee, Secretary APPROVED:_.,..//-th'---'"/_-9-..:....c../_ LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Board of Directors Special Meeting November 14, 1991 M ( 1 i'J92 Office of 0esogregation Monitoring The Board of Directors met in a lawfully called special meeting at 6:00 p.m. immediately following the regularly scheduled committee meeting. The special meeting was conducted in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Mrs. O. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli Ms. Pat Gee Dr. Katherine Mitchell Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mrs. Robin Armstrong Mr. Dorsey Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: Mr. John Moore EX OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: Ms. Stacy Blacknall, Teacher Ex Officio Mr. Luke Smith, student Ex Officio ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL The president called the special meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The roll call revealed the presence of six (6) Board members. PURPOSE OF SPECIAL MEETING: The chair announced that the special meeting was called for the purpose of considering a Resolution on the personal and real estate tax millages
to have a discussion on community education, and to conduct student hearings and disciplinary recommendations. RESOLUTION ON PROPERTY TAX: The Superintendent directed the Board members' attention to the Resolution which certifies the personal property tax rate for 1991 at 43.9 mills and the real estate tax rate for 1991 at 43.9 mills. She recommended that the Board adopt the Resolution. Mrs. Armstrong moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Mr. Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mrs. Armstrong left the meeting at 6:10 p.m. DISCUSSION OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION: Dr. Angela Sewall reported on her experience in working with the Community Education program at McClellan Community High School. She explained that the Community Education program is a partnership and an outreach to the community. She explained that Mala Daggett, the Director of Community Education, and Mr. Jodie Carter, the principal at McClellan Community High School, share responsibility for the program. Discussion ensued concerning the programs offered to community members from senior citizens through very young children, including the YMCA program in the annex to the school. DISCIPLINARY RECOMMENDATIONS AND STUDENT HEARINGS: Mr. Rudolph Howard directed the Board members' attention to the non-contested expulsion recommendations of Steven Brown, Roderick Scott, and Quincy Houchin. In addition, he asked the Board to consider the long-term suspension recommendations of Gary Adams, Keven Amos, Adrian Calvin, Telly Clemmons, Willie Dailey, Terrance Davie, Willie Davis, Laron Dean, Charlene Deloney, Terrence Dixon, Romantiney Johnson, Michael Lee, Raymond Mack, Jevetta Martin, Michelle Parker, Marshall Phillips, Allison Poindexter, Antoine Robinson, Jonathan Shackleford, Marcus Smith, Jabez Thompson, Detric Wilson, and Telly Clemons. Mr. Bill Hamil ton moved the administration's recommendations on all the students listed above. Mr. Dorsey Jackson seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously . In a closed session, the Board conducted an appeal hearing on the expulsion recommendation of Stafrika Henderson. Following a review of the record, testimony, and questioning by Board members, Mr. Bill Hamilton moved that Strafika be returned to Dunbar Jr. High School tomorrow. Dr. Katherine Mitchell seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. In a closed session, the Board conducted an appeal hearing on the expulsion recommendation of Michael Lewis. After a review of the record, testimony, and questioning by Board members, the Superintendent recommended that Michael be expelled for the remainder of this school year. Mrs. Jacovelli moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. In a closed session, the Board conducted an appeal hearing on the expulsion recommendation of Jessie Tucker. After a review of the record, testimony, and questioning by Board members, the Superintendent recommended that Jessie be transferred to another school setting on strict probation and that he receive special attention from the counselor at the assigned school. Mr. Dorsey Jackson moved the Superintendent's recommendation. Dr. Katherine Mitchell seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Jackson moved to adjourn. Ms. Gee seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. There being no further business to come within the call for the special meeting, the meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. velli, President Ms. Pat Gee, Secretary APPROVED: y(,. 2... PULASKI COUNTY P.O. Box 2659 little Rock, AR 72203-2659 372-8330 OFFICE OF CAROLYN STALEY County Clerk and Registrar PULASKI COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, ROOM 100 LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201-2325 PERSONAL PROPERTY AND REAL ESTATE ITERIM MILLAGE ADJUSTMENT COUNTY: PULASKI TAXING UNIT: LITTLE ROCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS THIS IS TO CERTIFY: PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX RATE FOR 1991 43.9 SIGNATURE Manager of Support Services TITLE 810 W. Markham, Little Rock, AR 72201 ADDRESS November 14, 1991 DATE tHLLAGE. RATE & REAL ESTATE TAX RATE FOR 1991 43.9 Coun1y Court LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKfiAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Board of Directors Special Meeting November 19, 1991 MAY 1 1992 Office of Desegregation Monitoring The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School Distr ict met in a lawfully-called special meeting at 5:04 p.m. on November 19 , 1991, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. The president, Mrs. o. G. Jacovelli, presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. O. G. Jacovelli Mr. John Moore Ms. Pat Gee Mr. Willie D. (Bill) Hamilton Mr. Dorsey Jackson MEMBERS ABSENT: Mrs. Robin Armstrong Dr. Katherine Mitchell EX OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: Mrs. Stacy Blacknall, Teacher Representative Mr. Luke Smith, Student Representative ALSO PRESENT: Dr. Ruth Steele, Superintendent of Schools Mrs. Pat Kumpuris, Recorder of the Minutes Mr. Don Umfleet, Audio Specialist CALL TO ORDER: ROLL
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