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Please let me know if you have any questions, or if I can provide additional information. Enclosures Sincerely, Beverly J. Griffin Executive Assistant to the Superintendent 810 West Markham Street  Little Rock, Arkansas 72201  (501) 447-1002 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES SPECIAL BOARD MEETING January 13, 2005 nl u FEB 10 l:os OFFICE l)f DESEGREGATIO 1 , .. N\\TORING The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held a special meeting in conjunction with the regularly scheduled agenda meeting on Thursday, January 13, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Katherine Mitchell Bryan Day Tony Rose MEMBERS ABSENT: Baker Kurrus Sue Strickland ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:18 p.m. Five members of the Board were present at roll call. Mr. Kurrus and Ms. Strickland were absent. II. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING The agenda for the special meeting listed two items for the Board's review and consideration. A. Resolution in Support of Lease Purchase Agreement for School Buses B. Review of Regulations GBK - Grievances/Concerns/Complaints C. Mitchell Community - Request for Special Meeting REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 13, 2005 Page 2 Ill. ACTION AGENDA A. Resolution: Mark Milhollen presented a resolution in support of a lease purchase agreement for six school buses. This purchase had been included in previous budget actions, but a Board resolution was required in order to finalize the purchase. Dr. Daugherty moved to approve the resolution\nMr. Day seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. Mr. Rose and Mr. Day requested that the administration continue to monitor and evaluate the availability of hybrid vehicles for District use. Mr. Rose stated that he would begin to draft a policy that would preclude us from purchasing vehicles that are not fuel efficient, and that we begin to replace cars, trucks and other vehicles with hybrids. B. Regulation GBK: Grievances / Concerns I Complaints Beverly Williams presented a regulation to support Board policy GBK, Grievances/Concerns/Complaints. Arkansas law, Act 1357 requires that the Board of Education include a policy and regulation regarding grievance procedures for all employees who are not covered by a professional negotiations agreement. The Board received the revised regulation for review and comment. No formal Board action was required. The regulations will become a part of the District's policy manual and employee handbook. C. Mitchell Community - Request for Special Meeting The Board received a petition from citizens in the Mitchell School Community on December 13, 2004, requesting a special meeting of the Board. A certified letter was mailed in response, offering the date of January 13 for the meeting. The Board was prepared to conduct the special meeting to hear from this group, but there was no response and none of the petitioners were pre~ent at the time of the meeting. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 13, 2005 Page3 IV. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Rose, seconded by Dr. Daugherty. APPROVED: / -J, '2 OS Larry Berkley, Pf sident U:41~ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held its regularly scheduled meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 27, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Katherine Mitchell Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Six members of the Board were present at roll call\nDr. Daugherty arrived at 5:40 p.m. In addition, ex officio representatives for the month of January were also present: Nona Whittaker, teacher at Cloverdale Magnet Middle School, and Kristian Henderson, Central High School student. II. PROCEDURAL MATTERS/ WELCOMING COMMENTS Mr. Berkley welcomed the audience and introduced Danny Fletcher, Director of Fine Arts, who presented the M. L. King Elementary School string choir. The choir is directed by Mary Zies. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page2 Ill. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS A. Superintendent's Citations Prior to the presentation of Superintendent's Citations, Dr. Brooks introduced his fiance, Brenda Whitmore. The first recognition was given to Mr. Frank Barofsky and Friends of Donnie Dietz. This group of gentlemen donated funds to install the Dietz Physical Development Center at Hall High School. The dedication ceremony was held on January 11, and Dr. Brooks asked the audience to join him in expressing appreciation for this generous donation. Nancy Rousseau assisted in the presentation of citations to Central High School math teacher, Lenora Murray. Ms. Murray's students received state recognition in the American Math Competitions. Students who were present included: Ann Ye, Don Ding, Lawrence Watts, and Cherry Fu. Kristian Henderson, this month's student ex officio representative to the Board, was recognized for receiving a $20,000 scholarship as one of the Urban America's Best and Brightest Students. Dell, Inc. and College Broadband, Inc sponsor this competition, which will provide $5,000 per year for four years. Kristian and Nona Whittaker, teacher ex officio representative, received certificates of appreciation from the Board and Superintendent for participating in the January board meetings. B. Remarks from Citizens None. C. Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association Mr. Ledbetter was present, but had no remarks or reports. D. Public Education Foundation Presentation on Project SOAR Dr. Linda Remele from the Public Education Foundation provided a brief overview of the on-line assessment tool, Project SOAR, which is being installed and implemented at several LRSD middle schools. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 3 SOAR will allow teachers to monitor student progress in order to tailor individualized instructional plans and provide appropriate remediation. The tool is being piloted at Dunbar, Mabelvale, Southwest and Pulaski Heights Middle Schools. IV. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Remarks from Board Members Katherine Mitchell reported that she had attended the Stamp-Out Smoking rally at McClellan. She also invited audience members to attend a Reader \u0026amp; Writer Series on Saturday, January 29 at Philander Smith College. These workshops will promote literature by African American authors\nmiddle and high school students are encouraged to attend. Baker Kurrus attended the Dietz Awards ceremony at Hall High School. He thanked the donors for making this contribution in memory of their friend, Donnie Dietz. The gentlemen who made this contribution had never been to Little Rock before, and chose to honor the memory of their friend by making a contribution to his high school alma mater. Mr. Kurrus also reminded the audience that open enrollment for students new to the district was taking place this week and next. He encouraged the audience to visit our schools and experience excellence in education first hand. Tony Rose remarked that our students were achieving well and that the LRSD was doing a very good job at providing a quality education. He thanked the Public Education Foundation and the donors who made the contributions that allowed implementation of Project SOAR. Sue Strickland also expressed appreciation to the Public Education Foundation. She congratulated Dr. Brooks on his engagement, and extended a welcome to Ms. Whitmore. Mr. Berkley closed the remarks section by extending appreciation to Dr. Remele and Lisa Black for attending the meeting and for providing the information on Project SOAR. B. Entry Plan Executive Summary Report to the Board Dr. Brooks provided a written summary report on the Entry Plan. There were no questions or comments from the Board. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page4 C. Report on Superintendent's Aspiring Principals Institute Dr. Sadie Mitchell presented a brief overview of the process used to select members of the first Superintendent's Aspiring Principals Institute. This yearlong process will prepare the participants to become effective building principals. A detailed report was printed as part of the Board's agenda. The applicants were introduced to the Board, and M' Shay Callicott, the group's spokesperson, thanked Dr. Brooks and the Board for giving them an opportunity to receive professional development and career enhancement. Dr. Daugherty encouraged those who applied but were not selected to try again next year. D. Student Assignment Report Mr. Babbs reminded the audience that open enrollment for the 2005-06 school year was underway through February 4. Access to registration and enrollment information is now available on the LRSD website. He reported that approximately 600 applications had been processed on the first day of enrollment. E. Budget Update Mr. Milhollen took this opportunity to provide a brief overview of the statewide facilities assessment that had been widely reported in the news over the past week. He admitted that the report had generated negative comments and publicity. The findings were somewhat controversial, however, each district had been asked to review their data reports, make comments or corrections and then meet with the Arkansas Facilities Commission. These meetings are intended to facilitate corrections with the expected result being an accurate final version of the report to be submitted to the State legislature. Mr. Milhollen reported that he would provide additional information as the legislative sessions continue and as more information becomes available. Additional funding for facilities should be expected, but the amount cannot be predicted. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 5 F. Construction Report: Proposed Bond Projects Mr. Goodman was present, and the monthly report was printed in the agenda. Dr. Mitchell requested an update on planning for the Rightsell project. Mr. Goodman reported that final reviews and planning were in process and that it would be late March or early April before the final estimates were completed. Estimated time for completion of the work is one year. G. Internal Auditors Report Mr. Becker was present. His printed report was provided as part of the Board's agenda. He reported that he had met with Dr. Mitchell to review goals and to set priorities as directed by the Board. H. Technology Update John Ruffins presented a review of the technology report printed in the Board's agenda. In addition, he reported that computer replacements were taking place in fourteen schools. Mr. Berkley requested on-going updates on installation of the Edline system at Parkview. He asked Mr. Ruffins to provide an estimate for expansion to other schools once the Parkview system was operational. Mr. Berkley stressed the importance of parents having on-line access to their children's grades and attendance information. V. APPROVAL OF ROUTINE MATTERS A. Minutes Minutes from the regular meeting of the Board of Directors held on December 16, 2004, and from special meetings held on December 8, 2004, and January 13, 2005, were presented for review and approval. Mr. Rose moved to approve the minutes as submitted\nDr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 6 VI. HUMAN RESOURCES VII. A. Personnel Changes Routine personnel changes were printed in the Board's agenda. Ms. Strickland moved to approve the report as presented. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. BUSINESS SERVICES A. Donations of Property The Board was asked to approve the acceptance of recent donations to schools and departments within the District. The donations are listed in the following chart. Kristian Henderson, student ex officio, read the items listed in the Board's agenda. Dr. Daugherty made a motion to accept the donated items\nDr. Mitchell seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. SCHOOUDEPARTMENT ITEM DONOR Central High School Office furniture, valued at approximately Gary Stephenson / State Farm $8,322. Insurance Company $2,000 cash to the baseball team Walter C. Coleman Cloverdale Middle School Gift cards, valued at 2=$125 and Bank of America trophies valued at $95 to be used for student rewards and teacher incentives Terry Elementary School Piano valued at $1,500. Karen Stein, Music Specialist at Terry $958 cash to purchase a video camera Robert Jones, Optimist Club of Greater for the media center Little Rock Western Hills Side-by-side refrigerator, valued at $200 Mr. \u0026amp; Mrs. Richard Blain B. Financial Report The monthly financial summary reports were provided to the Board as part of the printed agenda. Mr. Milhollen was present to review the reports and respond to questions. The reports were accepted by consensus. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 7 VIII. CLOSING REMARKS Dr. Brooks announced intersession dates for students who attend the extended year schools\nthose students will be out from January 31 - February 11. Dr. Mitchell requested copies of the results of customer service surveys completed by principals for the Facilities Services and Human Resources Department. Ms. Whittaker expressed her appreciation to the Board for providing her an opportunity to serve as representative for Cloverdale Magnet Middle School. IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m. on a motion by Dr. Daugherty, seconded by Ms. Strickland. APPROVED: __ _ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT February 9, 2005 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Dear ODM Staff: FEB 1 2005 I am enclosing minutes of the LRSD Board of Directors meetings held on December 8 and December 16, 2004 and January 13, 2005. In addition, we are providing an addendum to the minutes from the meeting held on November 11, 2004. Please let me know if you have any questions, or if I can provide additional information. Sincerely, ~ Beverly J. Griffin Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Enclosures Keep or Toss O ( Posl-11\" 7668 C3M 1993 810 West Markham Street  Little Rock, Arkansas 72201  (501) 447-1002 J r LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES SPECIAL BOARD MEETING February 10, 2005 M r The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held a special meeting in conjunction with the regularly scheduled agenda meeting on Thursday, February 10, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. Vice-president Mike Daugherty presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Micheal Daugherty Katherine Mitchell Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: Larry Berkley Bryan Day ALSO PRESENT: I. Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL Dr. Daugherty called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. Five members of the board were present at roll call. Mr. Berkley and Mr. Day were absent. 11. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING The agenda for the special meeting listed two items for the Board's review and consideration. A. Appointment of Principal - Forest Heights Middle School B. Student Petition for Reinstatement 05 REGULAR BOARD MEETING February 10, 2005 Page2 Ill. ACTION AGENDA A. Appointment of Principal - Forest Heights Middle School The superintendent presented a recommendation to appoint Dr. Deborah Price as the principal at Forest Heights Middle School. Mr. Kurrus made a motion to approve the recommendation. Dr. Mitchell seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. B. Student Petition for Reinstatement Dr. Watson presented a recommendation to reinstate Antonio Embry to the LRSD. Antonio was expelled on January 15, 2004 from Dunbar Magnet Middle School. He was found in possession of a loaded handgun, which was found in his backpack. He stated that he and a friend had found the gun on the way to school, and the friend was to have hidden the gun in an empty locker at school. Instead, the friend placed the gun in his backpack without his knowledge. Antonio served one year in the Step One Program of the Juvenile Justice Center. He completed the program with a 3.25 grade point average\ngood behavior and good attendance were noted in his records. In addition, he attended Rivendale Day Treatment and Bridgeway Hospital Residential Treatment Programs. His counselors have recommended placement in a regular school setting as the best educational option for Antonio. Dr. Mitchell moved to approve the recommendation for reinstatement. Mr. Kurrus seconded the motion and it carried 5-0. IV. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Rose, seconded by Mr. Kurrus. APPROVED: ___ _ -~ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES REGULAR BOARD MEETING February 24, 2005 05 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held its regularly scheduled meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Katherine Mitchell Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Six members of the Board were present at roll call\nDr. Daugherty arrived at 5:40 p.m. In addition, ex officio representatives for the month of February were also present: Shirley Harper, teacher at Dunbar Magnet Middle School, and Vantina Hampton, J. A. Fair High School student. II. PROCEDURAL MATTERS/WELCOMING COMMENTS Mr. Berkley welcomed the audience and introduced Danny Fletcher, Director of Fine Arts, who presented students from Mitchell Elementary School. Their teacher, Kelly Keck, provided a brief description of the grant received by the LRSD to provide music training for elementary school teachers and the benefits of this grant for our students. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page2 Ill. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS A. Superintendent's Citations Dr. Brooks recognized the Central High School Tiger football team, the Arkansas 5-A champions for the second year in a row. Coach Bernie Cox and members of the team were present, as well as Nancy Rousseau, Central's principal. In addition to the team's recognition, Coach Cox was honored for his selection as the High School Coach of the Year. This honor was given to Coach Cox by the Little Rock Touchdown Club and the National Federation of State High School Coaches Association. The Board suspended the rules at this point in the agenda to honor Coach Cox by naming the football field at Quigley Stadium in his honor. That action will be reported later in these minutes. Chloe Smith, student at Mann Magnet Middle School was recognized for her selection as one of two Arkansas winners in the national Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. Chloe works as a volunteer in an after school and summer camp sponsored by Easter Seals of Arkansas. She will receive a $1,000 prize, an engraved medallion and a trip to Washington D.C. in May. Dr. Brooks presented a citation to Mrs. Carolyn Foreman, director of the Parkview Magnet High School Choir. Mrs. Foreman was named 2004 Central Region High School Choir Director of the Year by the Arkansas Choral Directors Association. The superintendent presented a citation to Nancy Rousseau in recognition of Central High School's selection as one of twelve high schools in the nation to be recognized by the Siemens Corporation and The College Board. The Siemens Award is given in recognition of exceptional Advanced Placement math and science programs. Brenda Futrell, Central High School teacher, was honored for her selection as the 2004-05 Arkansas Marketing Teacher of the Year. Ms. Futrell sponsors the Central High School chapter of the Distributive Education Clubs of America. Two of her students won medals at the state level competitions this year, Patrick Beavers for Food Marketing, Associate Level, and Leslie Rogers, Full Service Restaurant Management. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page3 Dr. Brooks presented a citation to Eliza Borne, editor of the Central High Tiger newspaper. Eliza has been selected to receive two scholarships: the Al Neuharth Free Spirit Scholarship, in the amount of $1,000, and the Guideposts Young Writers Scholarship in the amount of $4,000. In addition to the cash awards, Eliza will travel to Washington, DC where she will meet with other top journalism students from across the country. The final citations were presented to the ex officio board representatives, Shirley Harper, teacher from Dunbar Magnet Middle School, and Vantina Hampton, student from J. A. Fair Magnet High School. Dr. Brooks introduced Deborah Price, who was recently assigned as principal of Forest Heights Middle School, and Becky Ramsey, who was appointed as the principal of Terry Elementary School. B. Partners in Education: New Partnerships Debbie Milam addressed the Board, reminding the audience that the annual Evening for the Stars would be held on April 26, 2005. The Board was asked to approve recent partnerships between schools and businesses: Alternative and Accelerated Learning Centers, represented by Jodie Carter and Carol Green with Little Rock Job Corp, represented by Willie Brown, Willie Jones and Mary Ellen Cody Chicot Elementary School, represented by De/win Smith with Popeye's Chicken and Biscuits, represented by Mr. Berry Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School, represented by Tyrone Harris with Cozymel's, represented by Linda Fletcher and Tiffany Jones Dr. Mitchell moved to approve the partnerships, Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. C. Remarks from Citizens Gwen Marshall introduced herself as a teacher at Mitchell Elementary School. She reported having continuing health problems which she contributed to working in the old Mitchell building. She asked the Board to consider the health issues that remain among teachers and students who were exposed to the unhealthy air quality and environment of Mitchell. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page4 Rebecca Campbell stated that she was a parent of two students at Central High School. She asked for the Board to grant an exception to the policy that prevents employees from doing business with the District. There was an action item on the agenda for the Board's consideration which would allow a District employee to sell soccer equipment to the school teams. David Duke, volunteer soccer coach at Central High School, asked for the Board's consideration of the request for Jennie Cooper to be allowed to do business with the District. He stated that he was forced to purchase $4,500 worth of soccer uniforms and equipment from an out-of-state, on-line vendor because of the restrictions imposed by the District's policy. Jennie Cooper asked for the Board to consider her request to be allowed to sell soccer equipment to the District. She asked the Board to consider the fact that most of the money spent on soccer uniforms and equipment was contributed by parents, and that only $600 per year was allocated per team from the District's budget. Pastor Clarence Thornton, minister from Macedonia Baptist Church, commented on racial issues within the LRSD. He spoke of concerns that the LRSD is not adequately educating African American students to be successful, and that the administrative and teaching staff of the District was not reflective of the 70% minority student enrollment. He asked the Board to develop a plan to ensure that we have a school district that is reflective of the make up of the community. D. Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association Katherine Knight congratulated all of the students and employees who were recognized by Superintendent Brooks earlier in the agenda. She reminded the Board that contract negotiations were scheduled to begin within a few weeks. She was anticipating a quick bargaining session with few issues for negotiation. Ms. Knight provided a brief review of the National Board Certification process, noting that portfolios were scheduied for submission by the end of March. She thanked Dr. Brooks and the Board for providing the stipends that allowed more of our teachers to participate in this process. The perfect attendance incentives were paid out on the Friday prior to the Board meeting. This negotiated benefit allowed a reduction in the need for substitutes and gave the teachers a financial reward for coming to work regularly. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 5 Ms. Knight thanked Olivine Roberts for working with the CTA and District special education administrators and teachers to resolve some serious concerns and issues. She reminded the Board that Benchmark tests were scheduled within a few weeks and she extended best wishes to students and teachers who had been working hard to make sure that students succeed on these assessments. IV. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Remarks from Board Members Ms. Strickland stated that she was excited about the future of the LRSD, and thanked Dr. Brooks for his leadership. She stated that she was anticipating nothing but good results from his efforts to lead the District to success. Dr. Daugherty reported that the first official meeting of the committee to find an alternate use for the Mitchell School building had been held immediately prior to this board meeting. He noted that many ideas had been generated by the committee members and stated that they would schedule additional meetings to assess the needs of the community. Their comments and suggestions will be included in a recommendation for the Board's consideration. Mr. Berkley reported that he had substituted at McClellan High School and stated that he had a new appreciation for what our teachers are facing each day in the classroom. He encouraged others to get into the schools to see firsthand what it is like to be a teacher in the LRSD. Mr. Rose stated that he had attended a mathematics leadership workshop sponsored by UALR. He reported that sometimes the responsibility for education is removed from the student. He suggested that the students must be held accountable for their own educational success. Mr. Kurrus reported that he had been attending soccer games and that he was pleased with the good sportsman exhibited by our students. He said that they compete hard and fair and win gracefully. He stated that he had been invited to speak at the state PTA legislative conference. State legislators are showing a lot of courage in making the decisions that should be made for our kids. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page6 In closing, Mr. Kurrus discussed the rapid changes that would be taking place in the LRSD over the next few weeks and months. He noted that we would become much leaner and that we must change the way we deliver education to the children. Dr. Mitchell thanked everyone for expressions of support and sympathy in the recent loss of her mother. She reported that she had attended the open house at Metropolitan and congratulated the individuals who work in that program, preparing our students to enter the workforce. She also commended Sandy Becker on his selection to receive a service award from the Arkansas Association of Certified Public Accountants. Dr. Mitchell expressed concern about the reorganization of the District, stating that there were too many uncertainties involved and too many people who had not been informed about how they would be affected by the changes. She felt that employees who had the most to lose were those who had not been informed about the impact of the changes. She questioned the reasoning behind paying consultants to tell us how to reorganize. B. Student Assignment Report Mr. Babbs reported that assignment letters for the 2005-06 school year would be mailed out on March 4, 2005. Letters for Pre-Kindergarten students would follow on April 8. C. Budget Update Mr. Milhollen reported that the first installment of the attendance incentive payments had been mailed to teachers. These payments were a part of the contract negotiations for the 2004-05 school year and that teachers who were eligible would receive as much as $1,300 per year as an incentive bonus for not missing any days from school. Other employee groups were scheduled to receive payments, but not in the same amount. 873 teachers had received the stipend, for a total payout for the District of $318,601. It is hoped that this incentive will reflect in better student achievement by having the teacher in the classroom every day. Mr. Milhollen also reported on monitoring of the legislative facilities review. Four bills had been drafted that would impact the facilities needs across the state. He promised to continue to monitor the legislative actions and report to the Board as more is known. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 7 D. Construction Report: Proposed Bond Projects Mr. Goodman reported that the drawings for the Rightsell renovations were expected by the end of the month. Once those are reviewed , the District would enter into the bidding process for completing the recommended work. The complete bond project report was printed in the Board's agenda. E. Internal Auditors Report Mr. Becker was present. His printed report was provided as part of the Board's agenda. F. Technology Update Ms. Neal reported that installation of Edline at Parkview was complete. Staff training was complete, and training for parents was continuing. Edline will be installed at the other four high schools after spring break. A written report was provided as a part of the Board's agenda. - The Board took a brief recess and returned at 7:15 p.m. Dr. Daugherty did not return. V. APPROVAL OF ROUTINE MATTERS A. Minutes Minutes from the regular meeting of the Board of Directors held on January 27, and from a special meeting held on February 10, 2005, were presented for review and approval. Ms. Strickland moved to approve the minutes as submitted\nMr. Day seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. VI. SCHOOL SERVICES A. Naming of Facilities: Proposal to Name Football Field at Quigley Stadium The Board suspended the rules during the Superintendent's Citations section of the agenda to allow action on this item. Mr. Kurrus made a motion to suspend the rules, seconded by Mr. Rose, and unanimously approved. In accordance with Board Policy FF: Naming of Facilities, parents, students and supporters of the Central High School football program submitted a request to rename the athletic field at Quigley Stadium in honor of Coach Bernie Cox. Coach Cox and his wife were present. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 8 Mr. Kevin Crass, Central High School supporter and parent, provided a brief history of Coach Cox's tenure at Central, including his win-loss record of 250- 93-8. Coach Cox has been head football coach at Central since 1975. Mr. Kurrus made a motion to approve the request to name the football field at Quigley Stadium in honor of Coach Cox\nDr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. VII. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES A. Grant Application: Minority Initiative-Tobacco Prevention Program Jo Evelyn Elston submitted a request for the Board to authorize submission of a grant application that would provide up to $100,000 for tobacco prevention and cessation programs. The funding is provided by the Arkansas Department of Health. Dr. Mitchell moved to approve the submission, Mr. Day seconded the motion and it carried 5-1 , with Mr. Kurrus casting the no vote. B. First Reading: Revision of Policy JE - Student Enrollment, Attendance and Transfers Several District policies were submitted for revision to bring them into compliance with state statutes. Policy JE, Student Enrollment, Attendance and Transfers was revised and submitted for the Board's review and first reading approval. Mr. Day moved to approve the revision on first reading. Mr. Rose seconded the motion and it carried 6-0. VIII. CURRICULUM \u0026amp; INSTRUCTION A. First Reading: Revision to Policy IKF - General Education Graduation Requirements First Reading: Revision to Policy IAA - Professional Development Review of Regulation IAA-R Review of Regulation ID-R - Student Schedules Board Policies IKF, General Education Graduation Requirements, and /AA, Professional Development were submitted for review and revision. These revisions were required in order to ensure compliance with Arkansas laws and Arkansas Department of Education Standards for Accreditation. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 9 In addition, regulations IAA-R and ID-R were revised and provided for the Board's review and comment. Mr. Kurrus moved to approve the revised policies on first reading. Mr. Rose seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Dr. Daugherty returned at 7:25 p.m. IX. HUMAN RESOURCES A. Personnel Changes Routine personnel changes were printed in the Board's agenda. Mr. Day moved to approve the personnel actions as presented. Ms. Strickland seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. X. BUSINESS SERVICES A. Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Qualified Zone Academy Bond (QZAB) Agreement Mark Milhollen introduced Cary Smith, account representative from Stephens, Inc. A proposal to apply for QZAB funding was presented for the Board's review and approval. These funds would provide approximately $5.8 million for HVAC projects across the District. Previous QZAB funds granted to the LRSD, were used to install energy efficient lighting in all schools and administrative offices. The deadline to apply for these funds is March 11. Dr. Mitchell moved to approve the resolution to apply for QZAB funding. Mrs. Strickland seconded the motion and it carried 4-2-1, with Mr. Day and Mr. Kurrus voting no, and Dr. Daugherty abstaining. B. Employee Request to Conduct Business with the District Under Arkansas law, full open disclosure is required for an employee to conduct business with the school district where he or she is employed. Jennie Cooper, owner of Soccer Plus, works at Central High School as the soccer coach. A request to provide bids on soccer supplies, uniforms and equipment was provided for the board's consideration. Ms. Cooper had earlier addressed the Board, requesting their consideration and approval. REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 10 Dr. Daugherty moved to approve the request to allow Ms. Cooper to conduct business with the LRSD. Dr. Mitchell seconded the motion. Mr. Day requested an amendment to the motion to include a stipulation that would ensure that the vendor adhere to all District policies. Mr. Kurrus seconded the amended motion. The motion carried 6-1, with Ms. Strickland casting the no vote. Mr. Day left the meeting at 7:50 p.m. C. Donations of Property The Board was asked to approve the acceptance of recent donations to schools and departments within the District. The donations are listed in the following chart. Kristian Henderson, student ex officio, read the items listed in the Board's agenda. Dr. Daugherty made a motion to accept the donated items\nMr. Rose seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. SCHOOUDEPARTMENT ITEM DONOR Bale Elementary School $100 cash for kindergarten class Calvin Brown $9,020 cash to be distributed to various UALR - Children International projects: school uniforms, winter coats, hats \u0026amp; gloves, health room equipment. materials to build outside classroom, Arkansas Rice Depot Backpack Program, I-shirts for students, and registration fees for students to participate in the LR Marathon Central High School $3,000 cash to special education Winthrop \u0026amp; Lisenne Rockefeller department Microwave oven to the basketball Paula Aultz and Kevin \u0026amp; Cathy Crass concession stand Cloverdale Magnet Middle Gift cards valued at $220. trophies Bank of America School valued at $95, and supplies for spelling bee awards $25.00 Rightsell Academy $700 cash for school uniforms and 100 Black Men teacher I student Incentives $400 cash for school uniforms and LR Black Police Officers' Association teacher I student incentives $300 cash for staff I-shirts for Race for Dr. \u0026amp; Mrs. Cortez McFarland the Cure $100 cash for materials and supplies for Andre Pendleton the spaghetti dinner \u0026amp; talent show $250.00 cash for school uniforms Rightsell PTA $50 cash for materials and supplies for Family of Charlie Carrigton the soaohettl dinner \u0026amp; talent show REGULAR BOARD MEETING January 27, 2005 Page 11 XI. Donations: (Continued) SCHOOUDEPARTMENT ITEM DONOR Rightsell Academy Washer I dryer, valued at $250 to assist Jimmerson Family Health Care in orovidina clean uniforms for students LRSD Smoke Free Homes $1 ,000 cash to purchase incentives to Wal-Mart Foundation Campaign be distributed to elementary and middle school classes with the highest number of \"Smoke Free Homes\" oledoes LRSD Homeless Education $102.93 cash for emergency services Grace Presbyterian Church Program for homeless families $75 cash for holiday assistance for homeless students D. Financial Report LRSD Association of Educational Office Professionals The monthly financial summary reports were provided to the Board as part of the printed agenda. Mr. Milhollen was present to review the reports and respond to questions. The reports were accepted by consensus. CLOSING REMARKS Dr. Brooks announced the dates in March for Benchmark and other achievement tests. XII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. on a motion by Dr. Daugherty, seconded by Mr. Rose. APPROVED: 5-~Lf-O'S Larry Berkley, Pre:,ident ~ ., . ' , olJd~_/ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT March 4, 2005 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Dear ODM Staff: ~OOZ I am enclosing minutes of the LRSD Board of Directors meetings held on January 27 and February 10, 2005. Please let me know if you have any questions, or if I can provide additional information. Sincerely, ~.Griffin Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Enclosures 810 West Markham Street  Little Rock, Arkansas 72201  (501) 447-1002 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES SPECIAL BOARD MEETING March 10, 2005 I The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held a special meeting in conjunction with the regularly scheduled agenda meeting on Thursday, March 10, 05 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. Vice-president Mike Daugherty presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Katherine Mitchell Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. All members of the board were present at roll call. In addition, Jeff Carr, teacher ex officio representative from Forest Heights Middle School, was also present. II. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING The agenda for the special meeting listed two items for the Board's review and consideration. A. Personnel: Appointment of Assistant Principal B. Presentation: Organizational Audit/ Review of Recommendations C. Student Hearing REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 1 0, 2005 Page2 Ill. ACTION AGENDA A. Appointment of Assistant Principal - Forest Heights Middle School The superintendent presented a recommendation to appoint Betty Mosley as the assistant principal at Forest Heights Middle School. Ms. Strickland made a motion to approve the recommendation. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried 6-1, with Dr. Mitchell casting the \"no\" vote. B. Presentation: Organizational Audit/ Review of Recommendations Dr. Brooks introduced Mr. Bob Klempen, Dr. Dennis Smith and Dr. Leland Newcomer, members of the organizational audit team that compiled the recommendations for restructuring the LRSD. Dr. Smith provided a PowerPoint overview of their report and described the process used to determine how to best consolidate the District's administrative staff and reduce the number of positions at the central office level. The District's internal audit team provided information during the process that was used by the auditors to develop the blueprint for change. Dr. Smith thanked them for the time they dedicated to this endeavor, and introduced them to the audience: Dr. Sadie Mitchell, Mark Milhollen, Beverly Williams, Olivine Roberts, Karen DeJarnette, and Suellen Vann. Board members were provided an opportunity to ask questions and state their concerns. Mr. Berkley then asked the Board for a motion to suspend the rules in order to hear public comment. Mr. Rose made the motion, Dr. Daugherty seconded, and it carried unanimously. Dr. Mary Good from UALR, Donaghey College, addressed the board in support of the organizational audit. She noted that it was healthy to have outside eyes to review what is being done in an organization in order to gain the proper perspective for change. In her view, the restructuring would provide additional resources for students. Daniel Smythe, J. A. Fair Band Director, stated that discipline is a problem at Fair and that the assistant principals at that school are not taking responsibility consistently to make improvements. He noted that these individuals do not follow the student handbook when sanctioning students for misbehavior. Russ Carter introduced himself as a parent. He stated that he was pleased that the Board is making positive changes and would appreciate the opportunity to provide input once he has had a chance to see the plan in greater detail. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 10, 2005 Page3 Tracy Smith addressed the Board regarding problems she had experienced when trying to get an instructional aide assigned to her child's classroom. She thanked James Washington, District's Ombudsman, for assisting her with problems at Henderson Middle School. Sharon Nelson spoke in support of Tracy Smith, and problems experienced with the special education classroom at Henderson. She stated that it had become an extreme problem trying to have the students' IEP implemented. Annie Abrams cautioned the Board that \"Corporate America\" had come to the LRSD. She stated that she would pray for Dr. Brooks and that he had become a victim of the system. Phillip Wilson, teacher at Parkview, asked the Board to take a look at the support structures for teachers during the upcoming reorganization and to maintain the assistance provided by the Math and Science specialists. He stated specific support for Marcelline Carr and Vanessa Cleaver. Dale Lamotte stated concerns regarding the resources and programs at Parkview Magnet School. His student has been diagnosed with ADD and was retained without proper notifications. He felt that his child's rights had been violated and he thanked James Washington, Linda Watson, and Katherine Mitchell for their assistance in getting his son assigned to the ACC program. Through that assistance, he would be able to catch up and graduate with his class. Merrily Low stated that she didn't quite understand how the reorganization would help student achievement and that she and others still had a lot of questions. Lillie Teague expressed concerns regarding middle school students who are assigned to the ALC. Parents are having trouble understanding what the system has to offer their children and what they can do to help. The board recessed at 7:15 p.m. to conduct the agenda meeting, and reconvened at 7:45 p.m. for a student disciplinary hearing. C. Student Hearing Dr. Watson provided background information related to an expulsion recommendation for student Leslie Piggee. Leslie and his father appeared before the Board to appeal the hearing officer's recommendation for placement at the Alternative Leaming Center. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 10, 2005 Page4 IV. Leslie attended Hall High School and was recommended for expulsion on January 19, 2005, for physically assaulting a staff member. The teacher, Michael Clark, attended the appeal hearing and provided responses to questions from the Board. In addition, the assistant principal who filed the administrative report regarding the incident, Rhonda Dunn, was also present. Leslie admitted to having radio headphones on during class, and admitted that he refused to tum the headphones over to the teacher when requested. He admitted shoving the teacher from the doorway of the classroom when the teacher was attempting to keep him in the room until security arrived. Dr. Watson recommended placement at the ALC for the remainder of the 2004- 05 school year and the first semester of the 2005-06 school year. Based on his grades and behavior, he would be eligible for placement in a regular school at semester of the 2005-06 school year. Mr. Kurrus moved to approve the administration's recommendation for placement and services through the Alternative Leaming Center. Ms. Strickland seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Day, seconded by Mr. Rose. APPROVED: 3-~4-0~ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 RECEIVED MAY 2 2005 OFFICE OF DESEGREGATION MONITORING The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held its regularly scheduled meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 24, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Katherine Mitchell Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. All members of the Board were present at roll call. In addition, ex officio teacher representative, Jeff Carr, from Forest Heights Middle School was also present. The student representative did not attend. II. PROCEDURAL MATTERS/ WELCOMING COMMENTS President Berkley welcomed the audience and asked Mr. Kurrus to assist with the citations and presentations. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page2 Ill. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS A. Superintendent's Citations The Superintendent recognized the Parkview girls' basketball team for winning the state 5-A championship for the second straight year. Coach Lahoma Howard and members of the team were present. Crystal Boyd was congratulated for receiving the tournament's Most Valuable Player award and for being chosen to be on the 2005 McDonald's All-American High School Basketball Team. Crystal is only the second female from Arkansas ever to be selected for this honor. Crystal was also named the 2005 Gatorade Arkansas Girls Basketball Player of the Year. This award is presented for athletic performance and for classroom achievement and overall character. Vicki Gonterman International Studies Specialist at Gibbs Magnet Elementary School, was recognized for her selection as one of two National Peace Corps Global Educator Award winners for 2004-05. Employees who participated in the Central Arkansas Regional Science Fair at UALR were presented with a Superintendent's citation: Yvonne Bolden, Melissa Donham, Antoinette Finney, Stephanie Jones, Jane Meadows, Daryl Newcomb, Katie Parson, Annita Paul, Randy Renaud, April Rike, Annice Steadman, Joy Thompson and Margaret Wang. Dr. Brooks extended appreciation to members of Fellowship Bible Church for providing valuable services to the Little Rock School District's Division of Exceptional Children. Fellowship Bible Church provides meeting space and use of equipment, free of charge, for in-service meetings\nthey are always willing to accommodate other LRSD departments and divisions for large group meetings and luncheons. Pastor Ray Williams was not able to attend, but Shelby Smith was present to accept the Superintendent's citation. Karen Fetzer, Executive Director of The Little Rock Rotary Clubs and other members of Downtown Rotary Club 99, Kathy Jones, Jim Harris and Roy Lamm were recognized for their annual educational service project. This year they donated 2,000 dictionaries, one for each third grade student in the LRSD, and members of the club took a morning out of their schedules to personally deliver the books to our students. The final citation was presented to the teacher representative, Jeff Carr, from Forest Heights Middle School. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 3 B. Partners in Education: New Partnerships Debbie Milam presented one new partnership for the Board's review and approval. Chicot Elementary School, represented by Jane Harkey, in partnership with First United Methodist Church, represented by Delia Prather Mr. Rose moved to approve the partnership, Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. C. Discussion: Long-term Budgetary Considerations Mr. Berkley requested a motion to suspend the rules to discuss long-term budgetary considerations. He also requested a presentation and overview of the administrative reorganization by the Superintendent. Mr. Rose made the motion to suspend the rules\nDr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. Mr. Berkley provided background information regarding the state's obligation to pay desegregation funding through 2008 as a result of previous court settlements and negotiated agreements. The District has been dependent on these funds, approximately $30 million per year, to fund operations in magnet school and special programs related to desegregation. Concerns that the state may no longer be required to fund these programs requires the LRSD to determine how to best allocate existing funds to remain fiscally sound. It was noted that the Pulaski County Special School District had already been experiencing a degree of ''fiscal distress,\" and Mr. Berkley stated that it would be prudent and fiscally responsible for the LRSD Board and administrators to plan now for the eventual funding limitations. At Mr. Berkley's request, Dr. Brooks proceeded with a PowerPoint presentation to further detail the reorganization and restructuring of the District's administration. Board members were invited to provide input and comment over the next few weeks and months as the District evolves into a more efficiently run organization. D. Discussion: Tax Increment Financing Issues Mr. Kurrus discussed tax increment financing issues that were being considered by the state legislature. He explained that the original intent was to allow tax incentives to be provided to make improvements to \"blighted\" areas of the state by re-directing property taxes into the improvement areas REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page4 or districts. However, the resulting interpretations of the tax-increment initiatives would mean a reduction in the amount of tax funds that would be allocated to the school districts. He urged the audience and listeners to speak out in opposition to the TIF initiatives. E. Discussion: Student Attendance at Athletic Events/ Excused Absences Dr. Daugherty discussed the district's policies and procedures regarding excused absences for students to attend non-school related competitions and tournaments, specifically those that are held out of state or out of the country. He asked for the District administration to review the current practices to ensure that our students are not penalized for their participation in these positive activities. F. Remarks from Citizens Claudius Johnson addressed the Board regarding conditions and disciplinary concerns in the schools located in Southwest Little Rock. He thanked Dr. Brooks and Mrs. Strickland for taking the time to visit the schools where the most serious conditions exist. He stated that problems at Cloverdale and McClellan were not new, but had existed for several years. Concerned citizens in that area have scheduled a meeting to discuss ways in which they may contribute to improvement in these schools, and he invited members of the Board and administration to attend. Gearlene Crain discussed problems at the ALC, stating that the school \"is not working.\" She thanked the District's ombudsman for his assistance in trying to help with her concerns. Dr. Joel Anderson, Chancellor of UALR and chairman of the education committee of the Chamber of Commerce asked the Board to support Superintendent Roy Brooks' plan to make significant and rapid change in the District's operations and administrative organization. He stated that the Board's action to support the proposed changes would increase community support and confidence in the LRSD. Carla Coleman introduced herself as an employee of the Valley Drive Alert Center. She asked for assistance in making certain that our students remain at school during school hours. She stated that there are many fights between students that overflow into the community and cause safety issues for area residents. She expressed concern for the students' welfare, and asked the District to make the building principals and teachers accountable for the student's during the school day. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page5 Chiquita Munir discussed the proposed reduction of the District's gifted and talented program staff. She encouraged the board to maintain gifted programs and quality and challenging educational curriculum in order to keep the best and brightest children motivated to learn. Sarah Purtle discussed the proposed elimination of literacy specialists in the district's early childhood program office. She stated that these staff members are necessary to provide assistance and support to the classroom teachers in order to maintain high quality ratings and a highly effective early childhood program. Velma Smith expressed concerns regarding accountability at the school level. She stated that the school staff where her child attends does not make proper notification when children are absent from school, and there are not sufficient programs dealing with students who need extra help. She felt that many children, not just her own, were being left behind because the school staff members do not show appropriate levels of accountability and due diligence. Mary Zies, music teacher at M. L. King Elementary School asked for the board and administration to maintain a high quality music education program. She related research that shows students learn better and score higher on achievement tests when they are involved in band and music programs. She expressed support for Dr. Danny Fletcher, fine arts director, and asked for continuing support for music and arts programming. Tamara Baker thanked Dr. Brooks for the reinstatement of 1.5 positions in Occupational Therapy to the Division of Exceptional Children. She expressed concerns regarding hiring contract OT's in the district, and noted that higher quality service to the students is a result of having our own staff and our own system of accountability when implementing the students' individual educational plans. Bernadette Turner expressed support for the Superintendent's plan to reorganize the district's administration. She expressed concerns regarding the perception that the Board is racially divided on issues that should not be related to race. She asked the Board to separate the personalities from the issues and make decisions based on assurances that all students will be successful learners. She asked that the Board move forward as a united front and to make decisions based on what is best for children. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page6 John A. Riggs, IV, former member of the LRSD Board and President of the Public Education Foundation, provided a copy of a resolution adopted by the Public Education Foundation in support of the proposed LRSD reorganization. He thanked the Board for their service and acknowledged the difficulty of making rapid and significant change. He noted that in order to make a difference, the Board needed vision and courage, and he thanked Dr. Brooks for his leadership in this regard. Mary Ann Hansen stated support for the Fine Arts Department and noted that there was a title change for the leadership of that department included in the organizational audit recommendations. She noted that although change is inevitable, she felt that some of the proposed changes would have a negative impact on the students. Debra Moncrief thanked the Board for their courage, as she read the definition as being \"the ability to conquer fear or despair.\" She stated that she has four children in the LRSD, and that she was a long time public school supporter. She asked the Board to show courage, support the proposed changes, remain open and flexible, and keep the lines of communication open. She said there should be no agenda but to improve services provided to our students so that they all may achieve greater success. Cathy Koehler, teacher at Baseline Elementary School and member of the CTA Board, addressed the Board in opposition to the proposal to eliminate administrative positions in the LRSD. She expressed concern regarding hiring consultants from out of state to make recommendations and stated that the cuts were more than just administrative staff. She called the plan \"smoke and mirrors,\" and asked the Board to consider other options. Cynthia East, president of the ViPS Board thanked Dr. Brooks, the Board and the transition team members for their hard work. She read the Volunteers in Public Schools mission statement and reminded the Board that ViPS had served the District well for over thirty years. She thanked Dr. Brooks for reinstating one of the positions targeted for elimination, and asked that the Board and administration continue to place a high value on services provided in the schools by volunteers. Cynthia Buehling, elementary music teacher, spoke in support of Danny Fletcher and the Fine Arts department. She stated that his service to elementary music teachers had been invaluable and that under his leadership the program had made drastic improvements over the past few years. She asked for reconsideration of the cuts that were proposed for that department. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page7 Susan Underwood discussed the proposed elimination of positions in the homeless education programs. She noted that the services provided through the LRSD to homeless children and families were funded through the McKinney-Vento Act and other grant funding agencies. LRSD funds are not a part of the homeless program budget, and that program should therefore not be impacted by the reduction in staff or services. She asked the Board to encourage a \"team effort\" to provide appropriate services to our homeless students. Meredith Spann spoke for Alice Weeks who had signed up to address the Board, but could not attend the meeting. Ms. Spann read a letter written by Ms. Weeks asking the Board and Superintendent to continue funding the gifted programs at full staff. Kenneth Fisher, a maintenance employee at Cloverdale Middle School, discussed the learning environment at that school. He stated that there were some dedicated and caring staff members at Cloverdale, but that there were others who were hostile and not working in the best interest of the children or the staff. Jennifer Welborn spoke on behalf of the staff in gifted programs. She asked for reconsideration of the positions that had been proposed for elimination in that department. Martha Rodgers addressed the Board regarding proposed reductions in staff of the CARE program office. She stated that the program serves 1,200 students and does not depend on any district funds for operation. The program is self-supporting by payment of tuition for those parents who need the before and after school services. Melissa Blankenship, parent of three special needs students, addressed the Board regarding positions targeted for elimination from the Division of Exceptional Children. She stated that in order to maintain compliance with IDEA regulations, the staff should be maintained at its' current levels. She stated that there was no way to make these cuts without affecting the children's best interests. John Gerard spoke as a resident of the Mitchell neighborhood. He stated that residents of that area felt betrayed by the Board and that the Board had \"misused their powers\" by closing their neighborhood school. Diane Curry thanked Dr. Brooks for reinstating some of the positions that had been proposed for elimination, but stated that she had several concerns regarding operations at the school level. She stated specifically that she didn't feel minority students were being well served by school counselors, and REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page8 IV. that she was concerned with the elimination of positions that were specifically in place to assist parents when there were problems at the school level, such as the district's ombudsman. She reminded the board that she had run for a seat on the board at one time, and that she planned to run again when the opportunity returned. John Walker reminded the Board that they were not yet fully released from court ordered monitoring and supervision. He expressed concern that the Board had only taken two weeks to review the proposed plan for reorganization. He asked the Board to table the plan and do a more thorough evaluation of the recommendations before taking a vote. Melanie Fox expressed support for Dr. Brooks and support for the children of the LRSD. She acknowledged the difficulties and uncertainties facing the District, but stated that the changes are necessary in order to remain competitive and to make academic success the number one goal. Kim Hart, psychological examiner for the District, asked the Board to seriously consider the action item on the agenda to allow the district's examiners to be represented by the Classroom Teachers Association. G. Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association No remarks. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Remarks from Board Members Mr. Rose and Dr. Daugherty requested a suspension of the rules to allow John Walker additional time to address the Board. The Board agreed by consensus without a formal vote. Mr. Walker reviewed his previous statements regarding acting in haste to implement the reorganization, and stated that the District's employees should be treated more fairly. He asked the Board to table action on the proposed reorganization to allow more time to develop another plan. Mr. Kurrus responded to some of the comments from speakers regarding the perception of a racial division between Board members. He asked that they move beyond race and understand that race is not the determining factor for every decision. Student achievement is and should remain the highest priority. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page9 Mr. Kurrus closed his remarks by saying that the Board cannot administer the District the same way that it has been in the past. School districts across the state and nation will be required to make the same kinds of tough decisions that confront the Board now, and he expressed support for the proposed reorganization. Mr. Rose also spoke in support of the reorganization. He stated that the mechanics of the proposed changes could be different, recognized that it might not be a perfect plan, but stated that he believed it was a good beginning. He also cautioned listeners that more changes could be expected in the future. He stated that the Board had hired Dr. Brooks to make rapid change and that implementation and support for the proposed plan was critical to the District's success. He said that changes could be expected in every aspect of the education business. Dr. Daugherty addressed comments made regarding the appearance of racial division of the Board. He stated that Board members are supposed to represent the people who elect them to office and that he tried to vote the way that his constituents would want him to vote\nthat the differences between the Board member's votes were ideological, not racial. He said that he was hopeful that the Board would move beyond race to do what is best for the kids and the community. Mr. Day stated that he had listened carefully to the comments made by the citizens and other Board members. He agreed with those who acknowledged that change is inevitable and that it was time to do something new and different in the LRSD. He noted that improvement would never come about by continuing to do the same things that have been done in the past. He thanked Dr. Daugherty for his comments and stated that approving the Superintendent's plan for reorganization was the right thing to do for the District's overall success. Mrs. Strickland also thanked Dr. Daugherty for his comments. She stated support for the Superintendent and for the proposed reorganization. She noted that many of the staff members who would be affected by the changes had been with the District for over ten years, and that she valued these individuals. She expressed hope that they would keep an open mind and continue to ensure a quality education for the children. Ms. Strickland thanked Dr. Brooks for having the courage to challenge the Board to remain focused on becoming the highest achieving urban school district in the nation. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 10 Mr. Berkley expressed appreciation for the passion exhibited by all the citizens who had addressed the Board. He thanked the transition team and fellow board members for their thoughtful consideration over the past two weeks as they devoted considerable time to review of the proposed reorganization. Mr. Berkley also made remarks on the issue of race. He noted that although the Board had only two African American members, the District was made up of 70% African American students, and that he and fellow Board members devoted their service to all of the children, not just the children of one race or another. He expressed appreciation and respect for Dr. Mitchell and Dr. Daugherty, and admiration for Dr. Brooks. He acknowledged the Superintendent's passion for children and for improving the academic achievement of all of the students in the District. Dr. Mitchell thanked the audience members who had spoken earlier and those members of the community who had sent messages to her. She stated that she was not against change in the District, but that she did have reservations and concerns about how the process was conducted. She expressed belief that the Superintendent should have waited at least a year before trying to make such drastic changes\nshe voiced concerns about the selection of the consultants and appointment of the transition team members, and concern for the staff members at the Instructional Resource Center. Dr. Mitchell stated that some principals may not be prepared to assume more responsibilities without additional assistance at the building level, and she requested a delay in taking action until the people who will be most directly affected have an opportunity to be informed about where they will be assigned in the new organization. She also asked for an explanation for eliminating positions and services that are funded by grants and outside resources. Final comments from the Board included congratulations to District teachers who are participating in national board certification\nadditional recognition will be provided to these teachers at a later date. Mr. Berkley congratulated Parkview students for their performance in the production of Little Shop of Horrors. SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: Mr. Kurrus made a motion to suspend the rules to reorder the agenda to allow the vote on the proposed plan for reorganization of the District's administration. Mr. Rose seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 11 Mr. Kurrus moved to approve the plan as presented by the Superintendent. Ms. Strickland seconded the motion. Dr. Mitchell offered an amendment to the motion to delay the vote and approval of the plan until District employees had an opportunity to be informed of their new positions. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion to amend. The motion to amend failed by a vote of 1-5-1, with Dr. Mitchell casting the yes vote, and Dr. Daugherty abstaining. The original motion was restated prior to the vote: to approve and accept the organizational audit report as submitted and direct the Superintendent to move forward to implement the restructuring efforts. The motion carried 6-1 with Dr. Mitchell casting the no vote. The board recessed for ten minutes and returned at 8:45 p.m. SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: Dr. Daugherty offered a motion to suspend the rules to reorder the agenda to allow action on item VIII. A. Request for Psychological Examiners to form a collective bargaining unit. Mr. Kurrus seconded the motion to suspend the rules, and it carried unanimously. The District's psychological examiners requested the Board's approval to form a bargaining unit for purposes of negotiating an annual employment contract within the Classroom Teachers Association. Board Policy HD, Negotiation Practices and Processes requires the Board's approval. These employees had previously petitioned the Board to be released from the Classroom Teachers Association in March 2001. Fourteen of the sixteen examiners currently employed by the district asked for the Board to reconsider the previous action, and allow them to become a separate unit represented by the CTA. Mr. Kurrus moved to approve the request to form a separate bargaining unit for the Psychological Examiners\nDr. Mitchell seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. B. Student Assignment Report Mr. Babbs was present, but had no formal report. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 12 C. Budget Update Mr. Milhollen briefly reported on the budgetary impact of the state legislature. He discussed current efforts to raise the District's contributions to employee health insurance and noted that no decisions had been made regarding additional funding for facilities or appropriations to cover the requirement to provide certified art and music teachers in all schools. He promised to provide additional information as it becomes available. D. Construction Report: Proposed Bond Projects Mr. Eaton was present. Dr. Mitchell requested an update on the renovation project at Rightsell Elementary School. Mr. Eaton reported that it was still in the design and review phase, and that the target for completion of the project was August 2006. SUSPENSION OF THE RULES: Mr. Rose offered a motion to suspend the rules to review and discuss the proposal on Cloverdale Elementary School. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion to suspend the rules and it carried unanimously. The Board had been provided frequent information and updates on the structural concerns and conditions at Cloverdale Elementary School. The Board was given a full report, and several possible options for continuing the educational program for Cloverdale Elementary School students. Those options were printed in the full report which was a part of the Board's agenda\nthe administration recommended approval of Option 3, which would place portable buildings on the campus of Mabelvale Elementary School and utilize eight existing and available classrooms at Mabelvale to serve the Cloverdale Elementary School students. The existing defective areas of Cloverdale Elementary School would be demolished. Ms. Strickland moved to approve Option 3, as recommended. Mr. Day seconded the motion and it carried 6-1, with Mr. Rose abstaining. E. Internal Auditors Report Mr. Becker's monthly update was printed in the Board's agenda. In addition, he reported that twelve of the District's schools would be participating in the United Way Day of Caring. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 13 Volunteers from the community will work with the individual school volunteers and PT A representatives to complete basic improvement projects in the schools and on the school campuses. Additional information will be provided for the Board's review at the completion of this year's workday. F. Technology Update Ms. Neal was present and briefly reviewed the summary report that was part of the Board's agenda. Edline training for teachers and parents is underway at McClellan and Central, and parents are very responsive to this program, which allows them on-line access to their student's grades and attendance reports. V. APPROVAL OF ROUTINE MATTERS VI. A. Minutes Minutes from the regular meeting of the Board of Directors held on February 24, and from a special meeting held on March 20, were presented for review and approval. Dr. Daugherty noted a correction to the minutes of February 24, to indicate his arrival time as being 5:30 p.m. Dr. Mitchell moved to approve the minutes as corrected\nMr. Kurrus seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES A. Grant Application: School-Based Tobacco Use Prevention Project The State of Arkansas and the Arkansas Department of Health issued a request for applications to fund school-based tobacco prevention initiatives. The LRSD received grant awards in two previous school years, and requested permission from the Board to apply for renewal of third year funding. If approved, the grant would provide up to $100,000 to be used to implement strategies and activities to prevent students from smoking or using other tobacco products. Dr. Mitchell made a motion to approve submission of the grant proposal. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion, and it carried 5-2, with Mr. Rose and Mr. Kurrus casting no votes. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 14 B. Second Reading: Revision of Policy JE - Student Enrollment, Attendance and Transfers Several District policies were submitted for revision to bring them into compliance with Arkansas laws. Policy JE, Student Enrollment, Attendance and Transfers was revised and submitted for the Board's review and first reading approval at the February meeting. The Board was asked to approve the policy on second reading at this time. Ms. Strickland moved to approve the revision on second reading\nMr. Rose seconded the motion and it carried 7-0. C. Establishment of a Tri-District Charter School / Alternative Learning Academy A suspension of the rules was required for consideration of a proposal to apply for a conversion charter school. Mr. Kurrus offered the motion\nMr. Rose seconded and it carried unanimously. A proposal to apply to the state of Arkansas to implement and operate a tridistrict Charter school for students in Pulaski County juvenile detention facilities was presented for the Board's review. The Pulaski Alternative Learning Academy (PALA) had been operated through the Juvenile Justice center, under the direction of the three county juvenile judges. The three school districts in Pulaski County would collaborate in the operation of the charter program, which would provide educational services to students who had committed serious offenses or who had been suspended or expelled for weapons violations. The administration recommended approval of the partnership between the LRSD, PCSSD and NLRSD for the purpose of establishing a conversion charter school in conjunction with the Pulaski County juvenile courts. The LRSD would serve as the lead education agency and would claim the students for funding purposes. Dr. Daugherty moved to approve the administration's recommendation. Ms. Strickland seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 15 VII. CURRICULUM \u0026amp; INSTRUCTION A. Second Reading: Revision to Policy IKF - General Education Graduation Requirements Second Reading: Revision to Policy IAA - Professional Board Policies IKF, General Education Graduation Requirements, and IM, Professional Development, were submitted for first reading review and revision at the February Board meeting. These revisions were required in order to ensure compliance with Arkansas laws and Arkansas Department of Education Standards for Accreditation. Ms. Strickland moved to approve revised policy IKF on second reading. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. Mr. Kurrus moved to approve revised policy IM on second reading. Mr. Rose seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. B. Secondary English/ Language Arts Textbook Adoption A committee of representatives from all District secondary schools reviewed and recommended adoption of textbooks for the District's English and Language Arts programs. The texts recommended by the committee were listed in the Board's agenda, and the administration recommended adoption of the committee's selections. Mr. Rose made a motion to approve the administration's recommendations. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. C. Memorandum of Understanding - Audubon Arkansas A proposal to renew a previous Memorandum of Understanding between the LRSD and Audubon Arkansas was submitted to the Board for review and approval. The M o U provides guidelines for specific collaborative efforts between J. A. Fair and Central High Schools, and Mabelvale and Mann Magnet Middle Schools. Audubon has focused on providing environmental science and technology experiences for students in efforts to restore the Fourche Creek watershed and further development of other environmental activities for students. Mr. Day read a letter regarding the project proposal and asked for the Board's support. Mr. Rose made a motion to approve the administration's recommendation to approve the Mo U. Ms. Strickland seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 16 VIII. HUMAN RESOURCES A. Request from Psychological Examiners Action on this item was taken earlier in the meeting by suspending the rules to reorder the agenda. B. School Calendar, 2005-06 The student calendar for the 2005-06 school year was printed in the Board's agenda and recommended for approval. Ms. Strickland moved to approve the calendar as presented. Mr. Kurrus seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. C. Personnel Changes Routine personnel changes were printed in the Board's agenda. Mr. Rose moved to approve the personnel actions as presented. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. IX. BUSINESS SERVICES A. Acceptance of Report: Organizational Audit Action on this item was taken earlier in the meeting by suspending the rules to reorder the agenda. B. Updated Travel Regulations - DKC-R Updated travel regulations were presented for the Board's review. No action was required, and none was taken. C. Cloverdale Elementary School Action on this item was taken earlier in the meeting by suspending the rules to reorder the agenda. D. Donations of Property The Board was asked to approve the acceptance of recent donations to schools and departments within the District. The donations are listed in the following chart. Mr. Day read the items listed in the Board's agenda. Dr. Mitchell made a motion to accept the donated items\nMr. Rose seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. REGULAR BOARD MEETING March 24, 2005 Page 17 DONATIONS: SCHOOUDEPARTMENT ITEM DONOR Central High School Equipment, valued at $589.00 to Roy \u0026amp; Louise Gutierrez LRCHS Quiz Bowl team $250 cash to LRCHS Girts' Gregg Herrning Cheerteading Squad Metropolitan Career \u0026amp; Assorted supplies and materials, valued Billy-Jack's Body Shop, Inc. Technical Center at $1,500 to the Paint \u0026amp; Body Shop Romine Elementary School $500 cash to be used for student Hunter United Methodist Church incentives Williams Magnet Elementary Trees and six hours of labor valued at Clayton Johnson and Trent Roberts/ School $550. Merriweather Park Neighborhood Association in conjunction with the City of LR Urban Forestry Commission LRSD ASAP Program $1,700 cash to purchase Project Landers Auto Sales THRIVE I-shirts LRSD CARE Prooram Assorted toys valued at $200 Cheryl Stanley E. Financial Report / Approval of Annual Audit The monthly financial summary reports were provided to the Board as part of the printed agenda. In addition, the District's annual financial audit was provided for the Board's review prior to the meeting. Mr. Don Smith, representative from the auditing firm of Thomas \u0026amp; Thomas, was present to respond to questions. Mrs. Strickland made a motion to approve the audit report as submitted. Mr. Kurrus seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. X. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. on a motion by Dr. Mitchell, seconded by Mr. Kurrus. APPROVED: ~r~__/ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDEI\\IT March 31, 2005 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Dear ODM Staff: / (\\ - \" 05 I am enclosing minutes of the LRSD Board of Directors meetings held on February 24 and March 10, 2005. Please let me know if you have any questions, or if I can provide additional information. Enclosures Sincerely, ~~\"~ Diane G. Edwards Staff Assistant Office of the Superintendent 810 West Markham Street  Little Rock, Arkansas 72201  (501) 447-1002  LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES SPECIAL BOARD MEETING April 5, 2005 Rt:.\" .... -. ,\nMAY 2 200 OFFICE OF DESEGREGATION MONITORING The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held a special meeting on Tuesday, April 5, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Katherine Mitchell Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:10 p.m. All members of the board were present at roll call. II. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING There was no printed agenda for the meeting. It was called for the purpose of conducting an executive session and for other personnel matters. SPECIAL BOARD MEETING April 5, 2005 Page2 Ill. ACTION AGENDA A. Appointments of Administrative Staff The superintendent presented a recommendation to appoint Hugh Hattabaugh to the position of deputy superintendent of the LRSD. In addition, Joe Mittiga was recommended to fill the newly created position of governmental and legislative affairs officer. Ms. Strickland made a motion to approve the recommendations presented, and Mr. Rose seconded the motion. Dr. Mitchell asked that the Board wait to reassign current district employees before hiring additional staff\nthere was no additional discussion. The motion carried 6-1, with Dr. Mitchell casting the no vote. 8. Executive Session At 5:10 p.m., Mr. Rose made a motion to convene an executive session for the purpose of discussing a personnel matter. Mr. Kurrus seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. The Board called Mr. Sandy Becker, Internal Auditor, into the closed session at 5:20 p.m. They returned from executive session at 5:55 p.m. and reported that no action was taken. V. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Rose, seconded by Dr. Daugherty. APPROVED: 4 ~ J 9-Q~ L ident L~~ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES SPECIAL BOARD MEETING April 14, 2005 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held a special meeting in conjunction with the regularly scheduled agenda meeting on Thursday, April 14, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. Vice president Michael Daugherty presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Micheal Daugherty Katherine Mitchell Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: Larry Berkley Bryan Day ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL Dr. Daugherty called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Five members of the board were present at roll call\nMr. Berkley and Mr. Day were absent. Ex officio representatives Kathy Tatum, teacher from Henderson Middle School, and Antoine Ghoston, McClellan student, were also present. II. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING The agenda for the special meeting listed the following: A. Student Disciplinary Action B. Discussion: Personnel Appointments C. Grant Submission: Arkansas Department of Education -21st Century Community Learning Center SPECIAL MEETING April 14, 2005 Page2 Ill. ACTION AGENDA A. Student Disciplinary Action Dr. Watson presented a recommendation to expel Central High School student Nicholas A. Thomas. Nicholas was a 14-year-old, ninth grade student who was charged with possession of a firearm. He was not provided an administrative hearing at the District office because he was incarcerated at the MIiicreek Residential Treatment facility in Fordyce, Arkansas. The administration brought the expulsion recommendation to the Board in the event that Nicholas should be released from the treatment facility within the year. If he should return to the LRSD, he would be assigned to the JJC or another alternative facility for one full calendar year. Mr. Rose moved to uphold the administration's recommendation for expulsion. Ms. Strickland seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. B. Personnel: Appointments of Administrative Staff Superintendent Brooks recommended existing staff members for newly created positions within the reorganized administration. Beverly Williams was recommended for the position of Senior Director for Human Resources, Olivine Roberts was recommended for the position of Associate Superintendent for Educational Services, and Mark Milhollen was recommended for the position of Chief Financial Officer. Dr. Brooks asked for the Board to accept the recommendations as presented. Mr. Rose noted that appointment of existing staff to new positions did not require a vote and that approval for the Superintendent to implement the reorganization had been granted with adoption of the organizational audit recommendations. C. Grant Submission: ADE-21st Century Community Learning Center The administration requested Board approval of a grant submission for a 21 st Century Learning Center grant for Southwest Middle School. If funded, the grant would provide $540,000 over a five-year period to establish a learning center that would offer academic enrichment activities before and after school as well as in the summer months. Ms. Strickland moved to approve the submission of the grant application. Mr. Rose seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. SPECIAL MEETING April 14, 2005 Page 3 V. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 5:37 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Rose, seconded by Ms. Strickland. APPROVED: ~ -J. 9 -Ch L ident  ~~ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held its regularly scheduled meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Katherine Mitchell Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL RECEIVED JUN - 2 2005 OFFICE OF DESEGREGATION MOHLTORIHG Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. Six members of the Board were present at roll call\nDr. Daugherty arrived at 5:40 p.m. Ex officio student representative, Marcus Kennedy, from McClellan High School was also present. The teacher representative did not attend. 11. PROCEDURAL MATTERS/ WELCOMING COMMENTS President Berkley welcomed the audience and asked Dr. Brooks to proceed with the citations and presentations. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page2 Ill. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS A. Superintendent's Citations Special recognition was given to four employees of the District who recently returned from military duty in Iraq. Dishoungh White, Jacquelyn Williams, Johnnie Davis and Eric Brandon were presented with an American flag and a citation of appreciation for their service to our country. The Annual Stephens Awards of the City Education Trust were recently announced. The Superintendent commended the District's students and teachers who were selected for this recognition: Terrie Evans, teacher at McClellan Magnet High School\nRuth Eyres, teacher at J. A. Fair High School\nCarolyn Foreman, teacher at Parkview Magnet High School\nMark Doramus, Lawrence Watts, and Gregor Nazarian, students from Central High School\nand Christopher Stewart, student from Parkview Magnet High School. The teachers received a $5,000 cash award and the students will receive a $5,000 scholarship when they enter college. Terricka Thomas, junior at J. A. Fair High School, was presented with a citation in recognition of her selection to receive President's Volunteer Service Award. Terrika volunteers her time with the American Red Cross. Dr. Brooks introduced Jo Evelyn Elston, Director of Pupil Services, who made a presentation to the American Red Cross on behalf of the District's Peer Helpers. Students from Booker, Geyer Springs and Gibbs Magnet were present and briefly described their participation in raising over $10,000 for Tsunami Relief efforts. Representatives of the Little Rock Chapter of the American Red Cross were present to receive the donation, and in turn provided certificates of appreciation to the students for their efforts. Mike Peterson, principal of Metropolitan Career \u0026amp; Technical Center, introduced students who participated in the annual Skills USA state competitions in April. Many of the District's students who took bronze, silver and gold medals will go to national competitions in Kansas City over the summer. Instructors Darrell Berry, James Blanchard, Linda Soderling, Reba Alexander, and Carl Grummer were present. Student winners included: Advertising and Design - student Jasmine Powell was recognized as the state winner of the VICA pin design competition\nSavannah Ryan won a bronze medal in photography. Cosmetology - students Brittany Williams, Jakita Bass, Jassy Palmer, Deidra Moragne and Krystal White won gold, silver or bronze medals. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 3 Commercial baking - DeAndrea Gooden won a gold medal, Laura Fuentes won a silver medal, and Samantha Ryan won a bronze medal in commercial baking. Diesel technology - Jonathan Motl took the gold medal, Doug Petz and Ben Necessary won the silver, and Nathan Leonard won a bronze medal. Graphic Information Systems - Kevin Williams won the gold medal and Jordan Brown won the silver. Dr. Brooks asked Katherine Wright Knight to introduce the District's current National Board Certified teachers who assisted the teachers who are going through the national board process this school year. The teachers were: Trina Bright, Chenetta Case, Terrie Evans, Ruth Eyres, Sharra Hampton, Catherine Koehler, Lou Ethel Nauden, and Mary Zies. They were given a certificate of appreciation for volunteering their time to assist others in their efforts to become nationally certified. Lenora Nunnley, student at J. A. Fair High School, was recently named a Beta Scholar by the National Beta Club. Lenora will receive a $1,000 scholarship from the National Beta Club. In addition, Lenora was selected to participate in the University of Arkansas Gifted and Talented Scholars Program. Donald Price, student at Mitchell Academy, and Shaun Wilson, student at Central High School, were recognized for being selected as winners in the annual statewide PTA Reflections Program. Donald won in the art category and Shaun won in the music category. Their work will be submitted to the national PTA Reflections awards program representing the state of Arkansas. The CAP Charitable Foundation selected Kristian Henderson, Central High School student, as a Ron Brown Scholar. Kristian will receive $10,000 per year for four years. B. Partners in Education: New Partnerships Debbie Milam presented new partnerships for the Board's review and approval. Accelerated Learning Center, represented by Carol Green and Beverly Thrasher, in partnership with: Carl Gray Henson Construction Company, represented by Kathy Henson and Hurricane Golf and Country Club Metropolitan Career \u0026amp; Technical Center, represented by Mike Peterson and Allie Freeman, in partnership with Remington College, represented by Dan Snider and David Cunningham REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page4 Terry Elementary School, represented by Becky Ramsey, in partnership with: Papa John's Pizza, represented by Jill Ponder, CiCi's Pizza, and Toys \"R\" Us Dr. Mitchell moved to approve the partnerships, Mr. Rose seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. C. Remarks from Citizens Tawanna Gantt addressed the Board regarding concerns related to moving a Community Based Instruction (CBI) Class from Mabelvale Elementary School. Her child attended Mabelvale, and she was opposed to any disruption of the educational environment for her child and other students who were served in that setting. Kenny Fisher addressed the Board regarding a letter he had sent to Board members concerning issues with the working conditions at Cloverdale Middle School. Mr. Fisher stated that he had spoken with District administrators, and that he felt threatened by the demeanor and actions of another employee at the school. He asked the Board to intervene to have something done to improve the conditions at that school for students and employees. D. Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association Katherine Wright Knight congratulated all of the recipients of awards, citations and recognitions, with special recognition to the students from Metropolitan and the winners of the Stephens Awards. She thanked Dr. Brooks and Beverly Williams, Human Resources Director, for the efficient process for reassignment of the faculty and staff from Fair Park and Mitchell. She expressed concern for some of the staff members who would be displaced by the reorganization and she asked that seniority be considered when placing the secretaries and other non-certified staff members. Ms. Knight welcomed Mr. Hattabaugh and congratulated Marian Lacey on the announcement of her retirement. She thanked Mr. Berkley for leading the Board in a positive relationship with the CTA, stating, 'We are all on the same team.\" Ms. Knight reported that there are currently fourteen National Board Certified teachers in the district, and there are thirty-one candidates for certification this year. She thanked the Board for supporting this initiative, noting that the State provided funding for some of the teachers to participate, while the District made a contribution to assist others. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 5 Mr. Berkley asked that the information on National Board certification be posted on the website, and Ms. Knight was asked to work with the communications department to facilitate this posting. IV. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Remarks from Board Members Mr. Rose discussed the necessity for dramatic change in the District. He acknowledged that change was difficult, that there was to be expected some \"crying and cussing,\" but he noted that once the process is allowed to take its' course, things would smooth out for the better. He spoke briefly to NCLB legislation and the ineffectiveness of teaching to a national test. He stated that teachers feel their creativity is being stifled by these requirements and he encouraged them to \"think outside the box\" in order to teach students to love learning instead of teaching them how to take a test. Mr. Kurrus reported that he had attended a Scholars Program in Fayetteville and that he had also been at the Central High School honors convocation. He congratulated all of the students who received recognitions and awards, but expressed interest in determining why some of our students don't succeed. He stated that we need to do a better job, become more efficient, in helping all students reach their full potential - - not just the high achievers, but a// students. Mr. Kurrus also noted that he had received e-mails about some of the reorganization cuts, especially in the pre-K program. He noted that we must begin to take a more global view of our services and how our services are delivered to children. Pre-K and other programs cannot operate in isolation, and must become part of the full systematic process. Dr. Mitchell commended the ViPS Board and staff for their annual awards celebration of volunteerism. She also commended Sandy Becker for coordinating a program at Henderson Middle School where twenty-seven students received computers as a reward for academic achievement and good behavior. Dr. Mitchell noted that the District had been commended for its' quality pre-K programs and expressed hope that the organizational changes will not have a negative impact on the success of the program. She requested additional information on personnel assignments, duties and responsibilities, and stated hope that we don't lose the most experienced employees in this process. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 6 Mr. Day congratulated Dr. Lacey on her retirement, wishing her \"Godspeed.\" Mrs. Strickland welcomed Mr. Hattabaugh, and thanked the staff for working diligently through this transitional time. She stated certainty that the best years are ahead. She thanked Dr. Brooks for his commitment to positive change in the LRSD. Dr. Daugherty responded to the parent who addressed the Board earlier in the meeting regarding a classroom group of CBI students being transferred to another facility. He stressed the importance of serving students with disabilities in a safe and comfortable learning environment, and he asked the staff to conduct an impact study to determine how many students would be affected by the proposed transfer Dr. Daugherty also recognized students from Mann who recently participated in the SECME Olympiad. He noted that these students would receive additional recognition at a future Board meeting\nhowever, he wanted to congratulate them on their achievement and good sportsmanship. Mr. Berkley thanked Marian Lacey for her years of serving the students in the LRSD\nhe noted that his daughter had attended Mann while Dr. Lacey was principal. He also reported that he had attended the National School Boards Association Conference in San Diego, and counted it as a good opportunity to become reinvigorated on Board service. He expressed appreciation to Debbie Milam and the ViPS staff for the Evening for the Stars program. B. Student Assignment Report Mr. Babbs was present, but had no formal report. C. Budget Update Mr. Milhollen reported briefly on the process that would be used to formulate the 2005-06 budget. The legislative session did not provide any funding for facilities in the LRSD, and many districts across the state are facing fiscal uncertainties. The Pulaski County School District has been designated in \"fiscal distress.\" Budget packets have been sent to the schools so that building principals can begin the process of allocating their funds using their per-pupil projections. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 7 Mr. Milhollen reported that he would be preparing for a budget worksession in late May or early June so that the Board will have an accurate overview of our present financial status. Initial steps to control spending have been taken and department budgets have been frozen so that some of the remaining 2004-05 budget can be returned to the fund balance. Mr. Day asked Mr. Milhollen to develop some various scenarios for growing the fund balance so that the Board can get a better idea of how to prepare for this necessary action. D. Construction Report: Proposed Bond Projects Mr. Goodman reported that bids on Rightsell would be let on May 25. Dr. Mitchell asked if it would be possible for the work at Rightsell to be done over the summer months so that the students would not have to move to Badgett. Mr. Goodman responded by acknowledging the scope of the project and the difficulty in attempting to complete a project of that size over a few months time. He noted that the building was constructed in 1907, and until the contractors have done a thorough assessment, it is not known what the complete project will cost. E. Internal Auditors Report Mr. Becker's monthly update was printed in the Board's agenda F. Technology Update Ms. Neal was present and briefly reviewed the summary report that was part of the Board's agenda. In addition, she reported that parents at all high schools had been involved in training for use of Edline, on-line accessibility of student grades and attendance reports. The program is very popular and has received a lot of positive feedback. V. APPROVAL OF ROUTINE MATTERS A. Minutes Minutes from the regular meeting of the Board of Directors held on March 24, and from special meetings held on April 5 and April 14, 2005, were presented for review and approval. Mr. Day moved to approve the minutes as presented. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 8 B. Board Meeting Dates The proposed schedule for regular meeting dates for the 2005-2006 school year were presented for the Board's consideration. By policy, the second and fourth Thursday of each month are designated as regular meeting dates. Exceptions are made in November and December to avoid conflict with the holidays. Mr. Rose made a motion to approve the meeting dates as presented. Mr. Day seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. VI. SCHOOL SERVICES A. Elimination of the Sixth Grade Athletic Program The administration presented a recommendation for elimination of the sixth grade athletic program in the district's middle schools. Concerns regarding the district's liability in case of accident or serious injury were presented as the basis for the recommendation, along with the need to provide a greater emphasis on sixth grade academic aspects of the transition to middle school. The Arkansas Activities Association does not regulate athletic programs for sixth grade students, and the LRSD was the only district in the state to provide an athletic program for students younger than seventh grade. The recommendation will save the district approximately $80,000 per year. Mr. Kurrus moved to approve the recommendation\nMs. Strickland seconded the motion and it carried 7-0. Although the recommendation was approved, it was noted that the Board requested the administration to determine ways to enhance the school physical education programs for these students, increase recess time, and provide more access to after school activities to enhance health and physical fitness. B. Report: Mitchell School Update Dr. Daugherty, chairman of the Mitchell School Committee, reported that the group had met regularly to develop recommendations for use of the building. A survey was administered to the community, with 137 responses received. Dr. Daugherty briefly reviewed some of the responses, and promised to provide a copy of the complete results after the next committee meeting. The final meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 5, at the Instructional Resource Center, and board members were invited to attend. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 9 VII. CURRICULUM \u0026amp; INSTRUCTION A. Report of Recommendations: Fair Park Early Childhood Center The administration presented a report of recommendations, The Big Picture - Fair Park Early Childhood Center, and a brief overview of the planned transformation of Fair Park Elementary School into an Early Childhood Education Center. The Board approved the conversion in December 2004, and since that time, the planning team and advisory committee have worked together to develop a plan for operating a high quality and effective early childhood education center. Krista Underwood, Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Literacy, presented the recommendations and responded to questions. The Board accepted the report and expressed appreciation to Ms. Underwood and members of the committee for their leadership and commitment to the project. She thanked Ms. Strickland for serving as the Board's representative to the committee. VIII. HUMAN RESOURCES A. Personnel Changes Routine personnel changes were printed in the Board's agenda. Dr. Daugherty moved to approve the personnel actions as presented. Mr. Rose seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. Dr. Brooks welcomed Hugh Hattabaugh, deputy superintendent, and provided him an opportunity to address the Board. Mr. Hattabaugh thanked the board for the opportunity to serve the students, teachers, principals and parents of the LRSD. He accepted the challenge of working toward the goals of ensuring success for every student in the District. B. Update - Reorganization I Continuation of Services: In response to a request from Dr. Mitchell, Beverly Williams presented a matrix designating the duties and responsibilities of the positions that were recently eliminated by the reorganization of the District's administration. Those duties and responsibilities have been assigned to the appropriate division, director, or department, with the assurance that essential services to students, teachers, parents and principals will not be neglected or overlooked. Specific details regarding the persons assigned to each function will be provided as the reorganization is phased in, and as directors and other supervisory staff members are assigned. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 10 IX. BUSINESS SERVICES A. Request for Right of Way and Easement - Geyer Springs Elementary School The City of Little Rock requested a construction easement and a temporary right of way for the purpose of widening Mabelvale Pike near Geyer Springs Elementary School. The LRSD was offered $4,500 for the permanent easement for construction of a drainage system. The administration recommended approval of the request. Ms. Strickland moved to approve the recommendation. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. B. Donations of Property The Board was asked to approve the acceptance of recent donations to schools and departments within the District. The donations are listed in the following chart. Mr. Rose read the items listed in the Board's agenda, and made a motion to accept the donated items. Dr. Daugherty seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. SCHOOUDEPARTMENT ITEM DONOR Booker Arts Magnet Playground equipment, safety surfacing Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School Elementarv School and installation, valued at $20,492.58 PTA Central High School Equipment, valued t $405.71 for use in Robin Kratzke AP Soanish classes J. A. Fair Magnet High Decorative rock, valued at $1,500 for Jason Roy/ Altech, Inc. School use on and around outdoor classroom Geyer Springs Elementary $10,000 to be placed in a trust fund at BFI Waste Services Metropolitan Bank for ten fifth grade students (Children of Promise) for colleoe scholarshios Pulaski Heights Middle $500 cash to be used to refurbish the Hillcrest Residents Association School Parent Center Rockefeller Elementary $5,000 cash to purchase \"Climbing Rockefeller Elementary PT A School Wall\" equipment for the gym to enhance P. E. orooram C. Financial Report The monthly financial summary reports were provided to the Board as part of the printed agenda. REGULAR BOARD MEETING April 28, 2005 Page 11 The Board requested information and clarification of the budget for the CARE program. In addition, there were questions regarding whether the CARE employees were actually LRSD employees, how staffing was accomplished, how the salaries were allocated, and what the District's liability would be if a student or employee were injured while in the CARE program. Additional information will be provided for the Board's review and consideration. X. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Day, and seconded by Dr. Daugherty. APPROVED: j-d{r\n-()5 Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT RECEIVED MAY 2 2005 nre OFFlcE OF ur\n.,GREGATIDN MO'IIJORING April 29, 2005 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Dear ODM Staff: I am enclosing minutes of the LRSD Board of Directors meetings held on March 24, 2005 and minutes for Special Board Meetings on April 5 and April 14, 2005. Please let me know if you have any questions, or if I can provide additional information. Enclosures Sincerely, AJ~ Diane G. Edwards Staff Assistant Office of the Superintendent 810 West Markham Street  Little Rock, Arkansas 72201  (501) 447-1002 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES SPECIAL BOARD MEETING May 12, 2005 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held a special meeting in conjunction with the regularly scheduled agenda meeting on Thursday, May 12, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Katherine Mitchell Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose MEMBERS ABSENT: Sue Strickland ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL RECEIVED JUN - 2 2005 OFACEOF DESEGREGATION MONIJORJNG Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m. Six members of the board were present at roll call\nMs. Strickland was absent. Ex officio representatives for the month of May were not present. II. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING The agenda for the special meeting listed the following: A. Presentation - Update: Organizational Auditors, Klempen \u0026amp; Smith B. Personnel Appointments C. Employee Disciplinary Actions SPECIAL MEETING May 12, 2005 Page2 Ill. ACTION AGENDA A. Presentation - Update: Organizational Audit Dr. Dennis Smith and Mr. Bob Klempen presented an overview of the next steps, Phase II and Phase 111, of the reorganization of the LRSD administration. At the completion of Phase I, Dr. Smith and Mr. Klempen began planning with the Superintendent and the LRSD transition team to provide a methodical process for implementing the recommended changes. As new staff is hired, and as current staff members are reassigned, their duties and responsibilities will be assigned and the process for modification of the current procedures will be implemented. Key elements to the new organization include: Staff Training, Effective Communications, Performance, Accountability and Evaluation, Strategic Planning, and Governance and Management Training. The approach will be rational, systematic and comprehensive in order to effect an overall more effective and efficient support structure for operating the District's Schools. In addition, a comprehensive review of all District facilities will be considered, with the intent of consolidating support facilities to the degree possible to contain cost and provide more effective utilization. Dr. Smith and Mr. Klempen responded to questions from the Board and agreed to provide updates for the Board's consideration as the planning progresses. B. Personnel Appointments Dr. Brooks presented recommended appointments for the following positions: Associate Superintendent for Elementary Education, Dr. Sadie Mitchell Associate Superintendent for Secondary Education, Mr. Junious Babbs Senior Director for Student Services, Dr. Linda Watson Although no official board action was required under the terms of the reorganization, Dr. Daugherty moved to approve the appointments as recommended. Mr. Rose seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. SPECIAL MEETING May 12, 2005 Page 3 C. Employee Disciplinary Actions Two employee hearings were scheduled for presentation before the Board. One employee submitted a resignation prior to the meeting and the other employee postponed due to his representation by an attorney. IV. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Rose, seconded by Dr. Daugherty. APPROVED:5-~~ -0$ \\1~~ Katherine P. Mitchell, Secretary LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS MINUTES REGULAR BOARD MEETING May 26, 2005 RECEIVED JUL 12 2005 DmcEOF DESEGREGATION MONIJORING The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District held its regularly scheduled meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, 2005, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building, 810 West Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. President Larry Berkley presided. MEMBERS PRESENT: Larry Berkley Micheal Daugherty Bryan Day Baker Kurrus Tony Rose Katherine Mitchell Sue Strickland MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Roy G. Brooks, Superintendent of Schools Beverly Griffin, Recorder of Minutes I. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL Mr. Berkley called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. All members of the Board were present at roll call. Ex officio teacher representative Jeff Smith from Mabelvale Middle School and student representative Allyson Wilson from Parkview Magnet High School were also present. II. PROCEDURAL MATTERS/ WELCOMING COMMENTS President Berkley welcomed the audience and introduced student performers from Williams Magnet School, directed by music teacher Barbara Strickland. After a brief performance, Dr. Brooks was asked to proceed with the citations and presentations. REGULAR BOARD MEETING May 26, 2005 Page2 Ill. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS A. Superintendent's Citations Students from Pulaski Heights Middle School and their teacher, Trela Cook, were recognized for winning the state Math Counts Championship for the third year in a row. Ms. Cook was present, as were members of the team: Timothy Mellor, Jackson Berry, Yi Wu, and Charles Watts. It was also noted that Ms. Cook had recently been selected as the Outstanding Middle School Math Teacher for the State of Arkansas. Members of the Public Education Foundation of Little Rock were present along with the new Board President, Jan Hundley. Lisa Black, Executive Director of the Foundation, announced that the recent Academic Signing Day, sponsored by the Foundation and the Greater Little Rock Chamber of Commerce was a huge success. In addition, the Foundation recently presented Innovative Idea Grants to twenty one LRSD teachers. The grants totaled $58,447 and will be used to supplement classroom instruction. Patsy Lewis, a special education teacher at Mabelvale Middle School, described how she had utilized a $2,000 foundation grant to provide an outdoor environmental learning experience called \"Petals \u0026amp; Feathers,\" for her classroom of CBI students. Humberto Zarate and Larry Clemons, representatives from Siemens International, were in attendance to present an award to Nancy Rousseau, principal of Central High School. Siemens International, The College Board, and USA Today named Central High School one of the top AP science and technology programs in the country. Central High School was selected for this recognition for their growth in the number of students taking AP classes and AP exams. Only twelve schools nationwide were selected for this honor. Kate Lyford and Rachel Harpool, students at Central High School, were recently notified that they were selected as state level winners in the Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program. They will each receive $2,500 and will compete in the national finals for one of nine $25,000 scholarships. Four Central High School students represented the LRSD in the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona. Amanda Compadre placed third in the botany category, Matthew Baldwin, Xuan Yi and Ray Huang placed third in the Space Science category. Certificates of appreciation were presented to their teachers, Melissa Donham and Annice Steadman, for preparing the students and for traveling with them to Phoenix for the competition. REGULAR BOARD MEETING May26,2005 Page 3 The Superintendent presented a citation and expressed appreciation to employees of Little Rock Wastewater Utility tor their support and assistance with the Central High School Science Fair. John Jarrett was present to receive the award on behalf of LRWW employees. This company donated stadium blankets, stuffed tigers, and plastic covering for the gymnasium floor. In addition, six of the LRWW staff members served as judges in the 2005 competition. Nurse Stevie Cherepski, school nurse at M. L. King Elementary School, was introduced and presented with a citation in recognition of her being named the Arkansas School Nurse of the Year. Monica Ball, teacher at J. A. Fair Magnet High School, was introduced and invited to address the Board regarding a project that the Environmental Science students had undertaken at Fair High School. Under Ms. Ball's leadership, the students had developed an outdoor learning area, including landscaping projects, and had enlisted community volunteers to assist them in developing and supporting the projects. Dr. Anne Blackwell, chemistry teacher at McClellan Magnet High School, and Vicki Logan, biology teacher at Parkview Magnet High School, were named Teachers of the Year by Wal-Mart stores on Baseline and Bowman Road. They each received a $50.00 gift card and $1,000 cash to spend on classroom materials. Certificates of appreciation were presented to the ex officio representatives for the month of May, Jeff Smith, teacher at Mabelvale Magnet Middle School, and Allyson Wilson, student from Parkview Magnet High School. B. Remarks from Citizens Dale Charles, President of the Little Rock Chapter of the NAACP, addressed the board regarding concerns that the administration of the LRSD was being resegregated. He presented a letter to the Superintendent and to individual members of the Board. Carlette Henderson and Dr. Walter Nunn addressed the Board on behalf of the City's Racial \u0026amp; Cultural Diversity Commission. They provided a brief PowerPoint presentation which was filmed by students to encourage more student involvement in unity and diversity initiatives in the city. REGULAR BOARD MEETING May26,2005 Page4 IV. Mary Ann Hansen and her son Stephen Hansen made brief remarks to the Board. Stephen will graduate this year, and he wanted the opportunity to address the board and thank LRSD teachers and principals for allowing him an opportunity to succeed in school. He plans to go to UAPB and study music and drama. C. Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association Katherine Wright Knight acknowledged the recent death of Betty Floyd, an employee of the LRSD for 15 years. She recognized Mary Ann Hansen and Faye Parker, officers in the CTA. Ms. Knight expressed grave concerns regarding the paraprofessionals who received non-renewal notices. Under the provisions of NCLB, paraprofessionals or teacher's aides are required to have an Associates Degree, 60 college hours, or pass the Praxis exam in order to remain employed in the classroom as an instructional aide. She asked the Board to determine if there was any way that these employees could be assisted or allowed to continue to work until they could pass the test. Ms. Knight closed by thanking Beverly Williams and Mark Milhollen for assisting the CTA in resolving a problem with salaries that existed in the Child Nutrition Department. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Remarks from Board Members Ms. Strickland thanked the teachers and others who work in the schools\nshe wished them a happy and restful summer vacation. Mr. Rose reflected on the comments made by Ms. Knight and suggested that there should be a way to assist the paraprofessionals in paying for the retakes of the Praxis exam. He further stated that he was not in favor of making any cuts to the district's arts program. Mr. Kurrus thanked Ms. Knight for her comments and stated that NCLB rules regarding the paraprofessionals really \"didn't make any sense.\" In addition, he responded to Mr. Charles' comments regarding diversity by noting that he was more concerned about the District having more one-race schools and becoming a one-race district than he was about the color of the school's administrator. REGULAR BOARD MEETING May26,2005 Page 5 In addition, Mr. Kurrus thanked the teachers from Mabelvale and Fair who presented information on the environmental science programs, and all the teachers in the district for the work they do for all the LRSD students. He wished the students, parents, teachers and administrators a happy safe summer break. Dr. Mitchell reported that she had attended several end-of-the-year school programs. She mentioned the Metropolitan ACC awards assembly and the advisory council meeting of the Metropolitan partners. She thanked the staff at the ACC and credited them with decreasing the dropout rate of the LRSD. Dr. Mitchell reported that she had also attended the kindergarten graduation program at Rightsell Elementary School and the Taste-Test at M. L. King Elementary School. She closed by acknowledging all the retirees listed in the agenda and thanked them for their dedication and devotion to the LRSD. Mr. Berkley thanked the staff members who were involved in the Teacher of the Year Banquet. He also thanked the Public Education Foundation and Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the Academic Signing Day. B. Legal Update Chris Heller was present to provide a brief overview of the District's pending legal issues. He reminded the Board that he, Dr. Brooks, and Karen DeJarnette had attended the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals hearing in St. Louis on April 12. A decision from the Court is expected within two months, and Mr. Heller noted that it was important to the LRSD for the decision to be soon in order for the District to avoid having to repay some of the state desegregation loan. We have submitted quarterly reports to the Court as directed by Judge Wilson's final Order pending the appeal and are complying with all directives specified by the Order. Mr. Heller also noted that the LRSD had filed an objection to the budget of the Office of Desegregation Monitoring. ODM has had a reduced amount of monitoring and oversight responsibility for the LRSD, and it seemed unfair to continue to pay the largest amount of the expense to run the monitoring office. North Little Rock and Pulaski County Special School Districts share in the cost of operating the ODM and are still involved in pending desegregation issues over and above the remaining one area, Program Evaluation, where the LRSD is being monitored. The PCSSD has challenged the NLRSD on the number of magnet school transfers allowed. Mr. Heller noted that the LRSD has taken the position that the current method of allocating seats for these two districts is working and that we would object to any change in the process. REGULAR BOARD MEETING May26,2005 Page 6 In the Lakeview case, Mr. Heller reported he felt certain that a Special Master would be appointed to review the case and suggested that the LRSD would want to be involved if the case goes back before the Supreme Court. Mr. Heller reported that other cases currently pending involve individual students or employees and should not be discussed in a public meeting. 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Samuel Jones, III Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes, Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 VE JAN , 2005 OFFICE OF DESEGREGATIO 1r10NITORfNG Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 RE: Little Rock School District v. Pulaski County Special School District, et al. U.S. District Court No. 4:82-CV-866 WRW Dear Gentlemen: Per an agreement with the Attorney General's Office, I am filing the Arkansas Department of Education's Project Management Tool for the month of January 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. s~\no ~~~ General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: Mark Hagemeier STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION: Chair - JoNell Caldwell, Little Rock Vice Chair - Jeanna Westmoreland, Arkadelphia Members: Sherry Burrow, Jonesboro  Shelby Hillman, Carlisle  Calvin King, Marianna  Randy Lawson, Bentonville MaryJane Rebick, Little Rock  Diane Tatum, Pine Bluff  Naccaman Williams, Johnson An Equal Opportunity Employer UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V. No. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF FILING In accordance with the Court's Order of December 10, 1993, the Arkansas Department of Education hereby gives notice of the filing of the AD E's Project Management Tool for January 2005. Respectfully Submitted, \u0026lt;..$-c6tt Smith, Bar # 92251 General Counsel, Arkansas Department of Education #4 Capitol Mall, Room 404-A Little Rock, AR 72201 501-682-4227 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Scott Smith, certify that on January 28, 2005, I caused the foregoing document to be served by depositing a copy in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to each of the following: Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL PLAINTIFFS V. NO. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL INTERVENORS KATHERINE W. KNIGHT, ET AL INTERVENORS ADE'S PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOL In compliance with the Court's Order of December 10, 1993, the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) submits the following Project Management Tool to the parties and the Court. This document describes the progress the ADE has made since tv1arch 15, 1994, in complying with provisions '\" i.1 of the Implementation Plan and itemizes the ADE's progress against timelines presented in the Plan. IMPLEMENTATION PHASE ACTIVITY I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS A. Use the previous year's three quarter average daily membership to calculate MFPA (State Equalization) for the current school year. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Based on the-inform-ation-available at December 31\n200{ the.ADE calculated the State Founclatiori, Fu.nding for .FY 04/05, subject to periodi_c'ad]ustmeh~t\n.. -- B. Include all Magnet students in the resident District's average daily membership for calculation. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) B. Include all Magnet students in the resident District's average daily membership for calculation. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 sased on1h'e'fr,tormaiiortavai1a61e'afDecem6er '\"s 1-\n-206',(tfie AbEcarculafecfior FY,04/05, subject .to'. periodic.adj~stn,~nts\n\u0026lt; - . - ---- -- C. Process and distribute State MFPA. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 On December 31, 2004\n' distributions of State Foundation Funding for F:)'J)~/05 were as follows: LRSD - $29,583,040 NLRSD - $15,138,256 PCSSD - $27,160,095 The allotments ofState.Fouridatiori FundinQ calculated for FY~04/05 at .D~cember 31, 2004\nsubject_to periodic adjustments, were as follows: LRSD : $65,082,694 NLRSD - $33,304,168 PCSSD - $59,752,214 D. Determine the number of Magnet students residing in each District and attending a Magnet School. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Based-on ,t~e J[lfO~atior,ayglfiabie\nt~e0ADE-~alcu)at~p ~t DecembEir 3L.iP.P~].QI EC04/,05, _subjec.t_to:ii~riq_dic ~adjustrjleots, E. Desegregation Staff Attorney reports the Magnet Operational Charge to the Fiscal Services Office. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing, as ordered by the Court. 2 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL PLAINTIFFS  V. NO. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL INTERVENORS KATHERINE W. KNIGHT, ET AL INTERVENORS ADE'S PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOL In compliance with the Court's Order of December 10, 1993, the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) submits the following Project Management Tool to the parties and the Court. This document describes the progress the ADE has made since N.,.) arch 15, 1994, in complying with provisions of the Implementation Plan and itemizes the ADE's progress against timeUnes presented in the Plan. IMPLEMENTATION PHASE ACTIVITY I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS A. Use the previous year's three quarter average daily membership to calculate MFPA (State Equalization) for the current school year. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 sased onthe.-informai1on'avaiia6ieai becemi\u0026gt;ers1' '2ob'4'1h-.-EEl\\cfi:'caicu1a'iedl11e  '\n .,.-\n.-,.-.)~  ' '-'- . .... :.-1,.:-. .:\".,-.,J ::.  -.~ , .  ': : .. .. :. ~ ......... ,.- . .._ , --,i~'.\"-r\"-..,, ........ , ~~----. --~---- State  Founda~ibo, F Lindirig .foJJ:Y, 9\n4/05\n:subj~c!. 10:pe[ioqi~f ~~j1,istm1\n!:iJ1~1 B. Include all Magnet students in the resident District's average daily membership for calculation. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. I I' I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS {Continued) B. Include all Magnet students in the resident District's average daily membership for calculation. {Contin_ued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005  .,. ,., ,.., . :,.  :r, ,-. ,..,.,.,,,, r . .,. ....... ,- . - ,, ,...- ir\n. , ..,.. ~  er.::,, .-\"'l\nY.-,i-   ,.\n-,..- ,-~ ~,..  7'--: ...,.~\nr'.~-c,,r,::: '- ,.-- r\n- - .... - , .  :.,......,-., ~,-:- ... :\n. \"i ~- --\u0026gt;,.:,11,{-...,~~x:r11:,\n,,9~~ Based on the infcirmatioiiavailable'at Deicember 31 l 2004\nthe ADE :calculatea for FY,04i05, subjecHo'. periodic.adj4stments\n . ,\n    - - -  ..    .. --~---M C. Process and distribute State MFPA. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 On December 31 ,-2004\n distributicms of. State )=oundation Funding for FY ~6~iO.!? were as follows: . LRSD - $29,583\n04() NLRSD ~ $15, 138,25.6 PCSSD_~ $2Z,l60,0~5 The allotmeijts_ofStateJ=ouridation_Fuhd1ni:i calculatedfor F'{!)4/05 at .Dijcernb~r 31\n:2 004\nsubject_to periodic adjustments\nwere-~~.f ollows_\nLRSD -Jss:082,s94 NLRSD - $33,304,168 PCSSD ~ $59,752,2~4 D. Determine the number of Magnet students residing in each District and attending a Magnet School. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 sas.~d-o~~)h~ )rf~r.fu~E~ra5!~ff~Pi~\n,:IB,f:~}2Eial~~f at~Jtoeqfilrl~etf~t'~?9_051.9r EY.\n,.04/.Q9\n~.u.!?J~P~.!cf P.i:!tiQ.c\nf i_q)!'djt\ni_stm~tl.ts,\nE. Desegregation Staff Attorney reports the Magnet Operational Charge to the Fiscal Services Office. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing, as ordered by the Court. 2 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) E. Desegregation Staff Attorney reports the Magnet Operational Charge to the Fiscal Services Office. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Based on the'.ir:iforn1~Jion:avaiiab1e'\n'i11e_1oi\n'cafouJaie~ at O~cem~~L3i,'ggpf fo( r=y_ 0~tl05\nsubj~p} 't_Q_periodi~'adjui1rn.ents. It should be noted that currently the Magnet Review Committee is reporting this information instead of the staff attorney as indicated in the Implementation Plan. F. Calculate state aid due the LASO based upon the Magnet Operational Charge. G. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Based on a Court Order on August 27, 2004 for FY 03/04, an adjustment was made in the expense per child. A final magnet payment of 56,074 for FY 03/04 was made to the LASO on Novembe'h 0, 2004. Based on the information available,'the ADE.calculated at December 31, 2004_for FY 04/05, subject to periodic adjustments. Process and distribute state aid for Magnet Operational Charge. 1 . Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Distributions for Pf. 04/05 at December 31, 2004, totaled $6,015,3.06. Allotrnen.t calculated for FY 04/05 was $12,305,271 _ subject to periodic adjust[TleQJ~\nH. Calculate the amount of M-to-M incentive money to which each school district is entitled. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Calculated for FY 02/03, subject to periodic adjustments. 3 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) I. Process and distribute M-to-M incentive checks. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, September - June. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Distributions.for 5',04/05-a(Oecember 31, 200,f_.were~ LRSD - $1,659,652 NLRSD - $1,508,620 PCSSD .- $4,635,(36 The allotments calculated for FY 04/05 at December 31, 2004,-subject to pe~iQdic adjustments\n,were: LRSD ~ $4,149,129 NLRSD - $3,77~ ,548 PCSSD - $11,589\n336 J. Districts submit an estimated Magnet and M-to-M transportation budget to ADE. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing, December of each year. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 In September 2002, the Magnet and M-to-M transportation budgets for FY 02/03 were submitted to the ADE by the Districts. K. The Coordinator of School Transportation notifies General Finance to pay districts for the Districts' proposed budget. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing, annually. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 In September 2004, General Finance was notified to pay the third one-third payment for FY 03/04 to the Districts. In September 2004, General Finance was notified to pay the first one-third payment for FY 04/05 to the Districts. It should be noted that the Transportation Coordinator is currently performing this function instead of Reginald Wilson as indicated in the Implementation Plan. 4 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) L. ADE pays districts three equal installments of their proposed budget. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing, annually. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 In February 2004, General Finance made the second one-third payment to the Districts for their FY 03/04 transportation budget. The budget is now paid out in three equal installments. At February 2004, the following had been paid for FY 03/04: LRSD - $2,487,682.66 NLRSD - $526,000.00 PCSSD - $1,454,813.26 In September 2004, General Finance made the last one-third payment to the Districts for their FY 03/04 transportation budget. The budget is now paid out in three equal installments. ,,,, At September 2004, the following had been paid for FY 03/04: LRSD - $4,019,063.00 NLRSD - $772,940.15 PCSSD - $2,478,863.72 In September 2004, General Finance made the first one-third payment to the Districts for their FY 04/05 transportation budget. The budget is now paid out in three equal installments. At September 2004, the following had been paid for FY 04/05: LRSD - $1,325,043.67 NLRSD - $275,333.33 PCSSD - $845,221.22 M. ADE verifies actual expenditures submitted by Districts and reviews each bill with each District's transportation coordinator. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing, annually. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 In August 1997, the ADE transportation coordinator reviewed each district's Magnet and M-to-M transportation costs for FY 96/97. 5 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) M. ADE verifies actual expenditures submitted by Districts and reviews each bill with each District's transportation coordinator. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In July 1998, each district was asked to submit ~m estimated budget for the 98/99 school year.  In September 1998, paperwork was generated for the first payment in the 98/99 school year for the Magnet and M-to-M transportation program. School districts should receive payment by October 1, 1998 In July 1999, each district submitted an estimated budget for the 99/00 school year. In September 1999, paperwork was generated for the first payment in the 99/00 school year for the Magnet and M-to-M transportation program. In September 2000, paperwork was generated for the first payment in the 00/01 school year for the Magnet and M-to:~ transportation program. In September 2001, paperwork was generated for the first payment in the 01/02 school year for the Magnet and M-to-M transportation program. In September 2002, paperwork was generated for the first payment in the 02/03 school year for the Magnet and M-to-M transportation program. In September 2003, paperwork was generated for the first payment in the 03/04 school year for the Magnet and M-to-M transportation program. In September 2004, paperwork was generated for the first payment in the 04/05 school year for the Magnet and M-to-M transportation program. N. Purchase buses for the Districts to replace existing Magnet and M-to-M fleets and to provide a larger fleet for the Districts' Magnet and M-to-M Transportation needs. 1 . Projected Ending Date Ongoing, as stated in Exhibit A of the Implementation Plan. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 In FY 94/95, the State purchased 52 buses at a cost of $1,799,431 which were added to or replaced existing Magnet and M-to-M buses in the Districts. The buses were distributed to the Districts as follows: LRSD - 32\nNLRSD - 6\nand PCSSD-14. 6 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) N. Purchase buses for the Districts to replace existing Magnet and M-to-M fleets and to provide a larger fleet for the Districts' Magnet and M-to-M Transportation needs. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) The ADE purchased 64 Magnet and M-to-M buses at a cost of $2,334,800 in FY  95/96. The buses were distributed accordingly: LRSD - 45\nNLRSD - 7\nand PCSSD -12. In May 1997, the ADE purchased 16 Magnet and M-to-M buses at a cost of $646,400. In July 1997, the ADE purchased 16 Magnet and M-to-M buses at a cost of $624,879. In July 1998, the ADE purchased 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses at a cost of $695,235. The buses were distributed accordingly: LRSD - 8\nNLRSD - 2\nand PCSSD - 6. Specifications for 16 school buses h'~ve been forwarded to state purchasing for bidding in January, 1999 for delivery in July, 1999. The ADE accepted a bid on 16 buses for the Magnet and M/M transportation program. The buses will be delivered after July 1, 1999 and before August 1, 1999. The buses will be distributed accordingly: LRSD - 8\nNLRSD - 2\nPCSSD - 6. In July 1999, the ADE purchased 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses at a cost of $718,355. The buses were distributed accordingly: LRSD - 8\nNLRSD - 2\nand PCSSD - 6. In July 2000, the ADE purchased 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses at a cost of $724, 165. The buses were distributed accordingly: LRSD - 8\nNLRSD - 2\nand PCSSD - 6. The bid for 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses was let by State Purchasing on February 22, 2001. The contract was awarded to Ward Transportation Services, Inc. The buses to be purchased include two type C 47 passenger buses and fourteen type C 65 passenger buses. Prices on these units are $43,426.00 each on the 47 passenger buses, and $44,289.00 each on the 65 passenger buses. The buses will be distributed accordingly: LRSD - 8 of the 65 passenger\nNLRSD - 2 of the 65 passenger\nPCSSD - 2 of the 47 passenger and 4 of the 65 passenger buses. On August 2, 2001, the ADE took possession of 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses. The total amount paid was $706,898. 7 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) N. Purchase buses for the Districts to replace existing Magnet and M-to-M fleets and to provide a larger fleet for the Districts' Magnet and M-to-M Transportation needs. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In June 2002, a bid for 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses was awarded to Ward Transportation Services, Inc. The buses to be purchased include five 47 passenger buses for $42,155.00 each, ten 65 passenger buses for $43,850.00 each, and one 47 passenger bus with a wheelchair lift for $46,952.00. The total amount was $696,227. In August of 2002, the ADE purchased 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses. The total amount paid was $696,227. Specifications for 16 new Magnet and M-to-M school buses have been forwarded to State Purchasing for bidding. Bids will be opened on May 12, 2003. The buses will have a required delivery date after July 1, 2003 and before August 8, 2003. In June 2003, a bid for 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses was awarded to Ward Transportation Services, Inc. The'\nbuses to be purchased include 5 - 47 passenger buses for $47,052.00 each, and 11 - 65 passenger buses for $48,895.00 each. The total amount was $773,105. The buses will be distributed accordingly: LRSD - 8 of the 65 passenger\nNLRSD - 2 of the 65 passenger\nPCSSD - 5 of the 47 passenger and 1 of the 65 passenger buses. In June 2004, a bid for 16 new Magnet and M-to-M buses was awarded to Ward Transportation Services, Inc. The price for the buses was $49,380 each for a total cost of $790,080. The buses will be distributed accordingly: LRSD - 8, NLRSD - 2, and PCSSD - 6. 0. Process and distribute compensatory education payments to LRSD as required by page 23 of the Settlement Agreement. 1. Projected Ending Date July 1 and January 1, of each school year through January 1, 1999. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Obligation fulfilled in FY 96/97. P. Process and distribute additional payments in lieu of formula to LRSD as required by page 24 of the Settlement Agreement. 1. Projected Ending Date Payment due date and ending July 1 , 1995. 8 / ' I - -,.1,,,. I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) P. Process and distribute additional payments in lieu of formula to LRSD as required by page 24 of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Obligation fulfilled in FY 95/96. Q. Process and distribute payments to PCSSD as required by Page 28 of the Settlement Agreement. 1. Projected Ending Date Payment due date and ending July 1, 1994. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Final payment was distributed July 1994. R. Upon loan request by LRSD accompanied by a promissory note, the ADE makes loans to LRSD. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing through July 1, 1999. See Settlement Agreement page 24. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The LRSD received $3,000,000 on September 1 O, 1998. As of this reporting date, the LRSD has received $20,000,000 in loan proceeds. S. Process and distribute payments in lieu of formula to PCSSD required by page 29 of the Settlement Agreement. 1. Projected Ending Date Payment due date and ending July 1, 1995. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Obligation fulfilled in FY 95/96. T. Process and distribute compensatory education payments to NLRSD as required by page 31 of the Settlement Agreement. 1. Projected Ending Date July 1 of each school year through June 30, 1996. 9 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) T. Process and distribute compensatory education payments to NLRSD as required by page 31 of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Obligation fulfilled in FY 95/96. U. Process and distribute check to Magnet Review Committee. 1. Projected Ending Date Payment due date and ending July 1, 1995. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Distribution in July 1997 for FY 97/98 was $75,000. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 97/98. Distribution in July 1998 for FY 98/99 was $75,000. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 98/99. i \\ i Distribution in July 1999 for FY 99/00 was $92,500. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 99/00. Distribution in July 2000 for FY 00/01 was $92,500. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 00/01. Distribution in August 2001 for FY 01/02 was $92,500. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 01/02. Distribution in July 2002 for FY 02/03 was $92,500. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 02/03. Distribution in July 2003 for FY 03/04 was $92,500. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 03/04. Distribution in July 2004 for FY 04/05 was $92,500. This was the total amount due to the Magnet Review Committee for FY 04/05. V. Process and distribute payments for Office of Desegregation Monitoring. 1. Projected Ending Date Not applicable. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Distribution in July 1997 for FY 97/98 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 97/98. 10 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) V. Process and distribute payments for Office of Desegregation Monitoring. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) Distribution in July 1998 for FY 98/99 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 98/99. Distribution in July 1999 for FY 99/00 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 99/00. Distribution in July 2000 for FY 00/01 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 00/01. Distribution in August 2001 for FY 01/02 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 01/02. Distribution in July 2002 for FY 02/03 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 02/03. Distribution in July 2003 for FY 03/04 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 03/04. ,,,, Distribution in July 2004 for FY 04/05 was $200,000. This was the total amount due to the ODM for FY 04/05. 11 II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. 1. Projected Ending Date January 15, 1995 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 In May 1995, monitors completed the unannounced visits of schools in Pulaski County. The monitoring process involved a qualitative process of document reviews, interviews, and observations. The monitoring focused on progress made since the announced monitoring visits. In June 1995, monitoring data from unannounced visits was included in the July Semiannual Report. Twenty-five per cent of all classrooms were visited, and all of the schools in Pulaski County were monitored. All principals were interviewed to determine any additional progress since the announced visits. The July 1995 Monitoring Report was:'reviewed by the ADE administrative team, the Arkansas State Board of Education, and the Districts and filed with the Court. The report was formatted in accordance with the Allen Letter. In October 1995, a common terminology was developed by principals from the Districts and the Lead Planning and Desegregation staff to facilitate the monitoring process. The announced monitoring visits began on November 14, 1995 and were completed on January 26, 1996. Copies of the preliminary Semiannual Monitoring Report and its executive summary were provided to the ADE administrative team and the State Board of Education in January 1996. A report on the current status of the Cycle 5 schools in the ECOE process and their school improvement plans was filed with the Court on February 1, 1996. The unannounced monitoring visits began in February 1996 and ended on May 10, 1996. In June 1996, all announced and unannounced monitoring visits were completed, and the data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The Districts provided data on enrollment in compensatory education programs. The Districts and the ADE Desegregation Monitoring staff developed a definition for instructional programs. 12 \\ , II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) The Semiannual Monitoring Report was completed and filed with the Court on July 15, 1996 with copies distributed to the parties. Announced monitoring visits of the Cycle 1 schools began on October 28, 1996 and concluded in December 1996. In January 1997, presentations were made to the State Board of Education, the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee, and the parties to review the draft Semiannual Monitoring Report. The monitoring instrument and process were evaluated for their usefulness in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on achievement disparities. In February 1997, the Semiannual IV)onitoring Report was filed. Unannounced monitoring visits began on February '3', 1997 and concluded in May 1997. In March 1997, letters were sent to the Districts regarding data requirements for the July 1997 Semiannual Monitoring Report and the additional discipline data element that was requested by the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee. Desegregation data collection workshops were conducted in the Districts from March 28, 1997 to April 7, 1997. A meeting was conducted on April 3, 1997 to finalize plans for the July 15, 1997 Semiannual Monitoring Report. Onsite visits were made to Cycle 1 schools who did not submit accurate and timely data on discipline, M-to-M transfers, and policy. The July 15, 1997 Semiannual Monitoring Report and its executive summary were finalized in June 1997. In July 1997, the Semiannual Monitoring Report and its executive summary were filed with the court, and the ADE sponsored a School Improvement Conference. On July 10, 1997, copies of the Semiannual Monitoring Report and its executive summary were made available to the Districts for their review prior to filing it with the Court. In August 1997, procedures and schedules were organized for the monitoring of the Cycle 2 schools in FY 97/98. 13 II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) A Desegregation Monitoring and School Improvement Workshop for the Districts was held on September 10, 1997 to discuss monitoring expectations, instruments, data collection and school improvement visits. On October 9, 1997, a planning meeting was held with the desegregation monitoring staff to discuss deadlines, responsibilities, and strategic planning issues regarding the Semiannual Monitoring Report. Reminder letters were sent to the Cycle 2 principals outlining the data collection deadlines and availability of technical assistance. In October and November 1997, technical assistance visits were conducted, and announced monitoring visits of the Cycle 2 schools were completed. In December 1997 and January 1998\n\\echnical assistance visits were conducted regarding team visits, technical review recommendations, and consensus building. Copies of the infusion document and perceptual surveys were provided to schools in the ECOE process. The February 1998 Semiannual Monitoring Report was submitted for review and approval to the State Board of Education, the Director, the Administrative Team, the Attorney General's Office, and the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee. Unannounced monitoring visits began in February 1998, and technical assistance was provided on the school improvement process, external team visits and finalizing school improvement plans. On February 18, 1998, the representatives of all parties met to discuss possible revisions to the ADE's monitoring plan and monitoring reports. Additional meetings will be scheduled. Unannounced monitoring visits were conducted in March 1998, and technical assistance was provided on the school improvement process and external team ~~ . In April 1998, unannounced monitoring visits were conducted, and technical assistance was provided on the school improvement process. 14 II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In May 1998, unannounced monitoring visits were completed, and technical assistance was provided on the school improvement process. On May 18, 1998, the Court granted the ADE relief from its obligation to file the July 1998 Semiannual Monitoring Report to develop proposed modifications to ADE's monitoring and reporting obligations. In June 1998, monitoring information previously submitted by the districts in the Spring of 1998 was reviewed and prepared for historical files and presentation to the Arkansas State Board. Also, in June the following occurred: a) The Extended COE Team Visit Reports were completed, b) the Semiannual Monitoring COE Data Report was completed, c) progress reports were submitted from previous cycles, and d.) staff development on assessment (SAT-9) and curriculum alignment was conducted with three supervisors. i \\1 In July, the Lead Planner provided the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Committee with (1) a review of the court Order relieving ADE of its obligation to file a July Semiannual Monitoring Report, and (2) an update of ADE's progress toward work with the parties and ODM to develop proposed revisions to ADE's monitoring and reporting obligations. The Committee encouraged ODM, the parties and the ADE to continue to work toward revision of the monitoring and reporting process. In August 1998, the ADE Implementation Phase Working group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. The Assistant Attorney General, the Assistant Director for Accountability and the Education Lead Planner updated the group on all relevant desegregation legal issues and proposed revisions to monitoring and reporting activities during the quarter. In September 1998, tentative monitoring dates were established and they will be finalized once proposed revisions to the Desegregation Monitoring Plan are finalized and approved. In September/October 1998, progress was being made on the proposed revisions to the monitoring process by committee representatives of all the Parties in the Pulaski County Settlement Agreement. While the revised monitoring plan is finalized and approved, the ADE monitoring staff will continue to provide technical assistance to schools upon request. 15 II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In December 1998, requests were received from schools in PCSSD regarding test score analysis and staff Development. Oak Grove is scheduled for January 21, 1999 and Lawson Elementary is also tentatively scheduled in January. Staff development regarding test score analysis for Oak Grove and Lawson Elementary in the PCSSD has been rescheduled for April 2000. Staff development regarding test score analysis for Oak Grove and Lawson Elementary in the PCSSD was conducted on May 5, 2000 and May 9, 2000 respectively. Staff development regarding classroom management was provided to the Franklin Elementary School in LRSD on November 8, 2000. t\\: Staff development regarding ways to improve academic achievement was presented to College Station Elementary in PCSSD on November 22, 2000. On November 1, 2000, the ADE Implementation Phase Working group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. The Assistant Director for Accountability updated the group on all relevant desegregation legal issues and discussed revisions to monitoring and reporting activities during the quarter. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for February 27, 2001 in room 201-A at the ADE. The Implementation Phase Working Group meeting that was scheduled for February 27 had to be postponed. It will be rescheduled as soon as possible. The quarterly Implementation Phase Working Group meeting is scheduled for June 27, 2001. The quarterly Implementation Phase Working Group meeting was rescheduled from June 27. It will take place on July 26, 2001 in room 201-A at 1 :30 p.m. at the ADE. 16 II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On July 26, 2001, the ADE Implementation Phase Working group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Mr. Mark Hagemeier, Assistant Attorney General, and Mr. Scott Smith, ADE Staff Attorney, discussed the court case involving the LRSD seeking unitary status. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for October 11, 2001 in room 201-A at the ADE. On October 11, 2001, the ADE Implementation Phase Working group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Mr. Scott Smith, ADE Staff Attorney, discussed the ADE's intent to take a proactive role in Desegregation Monitoring. The next Implementation Phase Working Gr0Li1l'Meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2002 in room 201-A at the ADE. The Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting that was scheduled for January 10 was postponed. It has been rescheduled for February 14, 2002 in room 201-A at the ADE. On February 12, 2002, the ADE Implementation Phase Working group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Mr. Mark Hagemeier, Assistant Attorney General, discussed the court case involving the LRSD seeking unitary status. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2002 in room 201-A at the ADE. On April 11, 2002, the ADE Implementation Phase Working group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Mr. Mark Hagemeier, Assistant Attorney General, discussed the court case involving the LRSD seeking unitary status. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2002 in room 201-A at the ADE. 17 II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On July 18, 2002, the ADE Implementation Phase Working group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Dr. Charity Smith, Assistant Director for Accountability, talked about section XV in the Project Management Tool (PMT) on Standardized Test Selection to Determine Loan Forgiveness. She said that the goal has been completed, and no additional reporting is required for section XV. Mr. Morris discussed the court case involving the LRSD seeking unitary status. He handed out a Court Order from May 9, 2002, which contained comments from U.S. District Judge Bill Wilson Jr., about hearings on the LRSD request for unitary status. Mr. Morris also handed out a document from the Secretary of Education about the No Child Left Behind Act. There was discussion about how this could have an affect on Desegregation issues. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for October 1 0, 2002 at 1 :30 p.m. in room 201-A at the ADE. The quarterly Implementation Phase Working Group meeting was rescheduled from October 1 0. It will take place on October 29, 2002 in room 201-A at 1 :30 p.m. at the ADE. On October 29, 2002, the ADE Implementation Phase Working Group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Meetings with the parties to discuss possible revisions to the ADE's monitoring plan will be postponed by request of the school districts in Pulaski County. Additional meetings could be scheduled after the Desegregation ruling is finalized. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2003 at 1 :30 p.m. in room 201-A at the ADE. On January 9, 2003, the ADE Implementation Phase Working Group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. No Child Left Behind and the Desegregation ruling on unitary status for LRSD were discussed. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for April 1 0, 2003 at 1 :30 p.m. in room 201-A at the ADE. The quarterly Implementation Phase Working Group meeting was rescheduled from April 10. It will take place on April 24, 2003 in room 201-A at 1 :30 p.m. at the ADE. 18 II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On April 24, 2003, the ADE Implementation Phase Working Group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Laws passed by the legislature need to be checked to make sure none of them impede desegregation. Ray Lumpkin was chairman of the last committee to check legislation. Since he left, we will discuss the legislation with Clearence Lovell. The Desegregation ruling on unitary status for LRSD was discussed. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2003 at 1 :30 p.m. in room 201-A at the ADE. On August 28, 2003, the ADE Implementation Phase Working Group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. The Desegreg'ation ruling on unitary status for LRSD was discussed. The LRSD has been instructed to submit evidence showing progress in reducing disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. This is supposed to be done by March of 2004, so that the LRSD can achieve unitary status. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2003 at the ADE. On October 9, 2003, the ADE Implementation Phase Working Group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. Mark Hagemeier, Assistant Attorney General, discussed the Desegregation ruling on unitary status for LRSD. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2004 at the ADE. On October 16, 2003, ADE staff met with the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee at the State Capitol. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, and Dr. Charity Smith, Assistant Director for Accountability, presented the Chronology of activity by the ADE in complying with provisions of the Implementation Plan for the Desegregation Settlement Agreement. They also discussed the role of the ADE Desegregation Monitoring Section. Mr. Mark Hagemeier, Assistant Attorney General, and Scott Smith, ADE Staff Attorney, reported on legal issues relating to the Pulaski County Desegregation Case. Ann Marshall shared a history of activities by ODM, and their view of the activity of the school districts in Pulaski County. John Kunkel discussed De~egregation funding by the ADE. 19 \\ II. MONITORING COMPENSATORY EDUCATION (Continued) A. Begin testing and evaluating the monitoring instrument and monitoring system to assure that data is appropriate and useful in monitoring the impacts of compensatory education programs on disparities in academic achievement for black students and white students. (Continued} 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On November 4, 2004, the ADE Implementation Phase Working Group met to review the Implementation Phase activities for the previous quarter. Mr. Willie Morris, ADE Lead Planner for Desegregation, updated the group on all relevant desegregation issues. The ADE is required to check laws that the legislature passes to make sure none of them impede desegregation. Clearence Lovell was chairman of the last committee to check legislation. Since he has retired, the ADE attorney will find out who will be checking the next legislation. The Desegregation ruling on unitary status for LRSD was discussed. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2005 at 1 :30 p.m. in room 201-A at the ADE. 20 111. A PETITION FOR ELECTION FOR LRSD WILL BE SUPPORTED SHOULD A MILLAGE BE REQUIRED A. Monitor court pleadings to determine if LRSD has petitioned the Court for a special election. 1 . Projected Ending Date Ongoing. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Ongoing. All Court pleadings are monitored monthly. B. Draft and file appropriate pleadings if LRSD petitions the Court for a special election. 1 . Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 To date, no action has been taken by~the LRSD. 21 IV. REPEAL STATUTES AND REGULATIONS THAT IMPEDE DESEGREGATION A. Using a collaborative approach, immediately identify those laws and regulations that appear to impede desegregation. 1. Projected Ending Date December, 1994 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section IV.E. of this report. 8. Conduct a review within ADE of existing legislation and regulations that appear to impede desegregation. C. 1 . Projected Ending Date November, 1994 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailetJ under Section IV.E. of this report. Request of the other parties to the Settlement Agreement that they identify laws and regulations that appear to impede desegregation. 1. Projected Ending Date November, 1994 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section IV .E. of this report. D. Submit proposals to the State Board of Education for repeal of those regulations that are confirmed to be impediments to desegregation. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section IV.E. of this report. 22 IV. REPEAL STATUTES AND REGULATIONS THAT IMPEDE DESEGREGATION (Continued) E. Submit proposals to the Legislature for repeal of those laws that appear to be impediments to desegregation. 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 A committee within the ADE was formed in May 1995 to review and collect data on existing legislation and regulations identifiedby the parties as impediments to desegregation. The committee researched the Districts' concerns to determine if any of the rules, regulations, or legislation cited impede desegregation. The legislation cited by the Districts regarding loss funding and worker's compensation were not reviewed because they had already been litigated. In September 1995, the committee reviewed the following statutes, acts, and regulations: Act 113 of 1993\nADE Director's Communication 93-205\nAct 145 of 1989\nADE Director's Memo 91-67\nADE Program Standards Eligibility Criteria for Special Education\nArkansas Codes 6-18-206, 6-20-307, 6-20-319, and 6-17- 1506. In October 1995, the individual reports prepared by committee members in their areas of expertise and the data used'to support their conclusions were submitted to the ADE administrative team for their review. A report was prepared and submitted to the State Board of Education in July 1996. The report concluded that none of the items reviewed impeded desegregation. As of February 3, 1997, no laws or regulations have been determined to impede desegregation efforts. Any new education laws enacted during the Arkansas 81 st Legislative Session will be reviewed at the close of the legislative session to ensure that they do not impede desegregation. In April 1997, copies of all laws passed during the 1997 Regular Session of the 81 st General Assembly were requested from the office of the ADE Liaison to the Legislature for distribution to the Districts for their input and review of possible impediments to their desegregation efforts. In August 1997, a meeting to review the statutes passed in the prior legislative session was scheduled for September 9, 1997. 23 IV. REPEAL STATUTES AND REGULATIONS THAT IMPEDE DESEGREGATION (Continued) E. Submit proposals to the Legislature for repeal of those laws that appear to be impediments to desegregation. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On September 9, 1997, a meeting was held to discuss the review of the statutes passed in the prior legislative session and new ADE regulations. The Districts will be contacted in writing for their input regarding any new laws or regulations that they feel may impede desegregation. Additionally, the Districts will be asked to review their regulations to ensure that they do not impede their desegregation efforts. The committee will convene on December 1, 1997 to review their findings and finalize their report to the Administrative Team and the State Board of Education. In October 1997, the Districts were asked to review new regulations and statutes for impediments to their desegregation efforts, and advise the ADE, in writing, if they feel a regulation or statute may impede their desegregation efforts. In October 1997, the Districts were requested to advise the ADE, in writing, no later than November 1, 1997 of any new law that might impede their desegregation efforts. As of Noverriber 12, 1997, no written responses were received from the Districts. The ADE concludes that the Districts do not feel that any new law negatively impacts their desegregation efforts. The committee met on December 1, 1997 to discuss their findings regarding statutes and regulations that may impede the desegregation efforts of the Districts. The committee concluded that there were no laws or regulations that impede the desegregation efforts of the Districts. It was decided that the committee chair would prepare a report of the committee's findings for the Administrative Team and the State Board of Education. The committee to review statutes and regulations that impede desegregation is now reviewing proposed bills and regulations, as well as laws that are being signed in, for the current 1999 legislative session. They will continue to do so until the session is over. The committee to review statutes and regulations that impede desegregation will meet on April 26, 1999 at the ADE. The committee met on April 26, 1999 at the ADE. The purpose of the meeting was to identify rules and regulations that might impede desegregation, and review within the existing legislation any regulations that might result in an impediment to desegregation. This is a standing committee that is ongoing and a report will be submitted to the State Board of Education once the process is completed. 24 IV. REPEAL STATUTES AND REGULATIONS THAT IMPEDE DESEGREGATION (Continued) E. Submit proposals to the Legislature for repeal of those laws that appear to be impediments to desegregation. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) The committee met on May 24, 1999 at the ADE. The committee was asked to review within the existing legislation any regulations that might result in an impediment to desegregation. The committee determined that Mr. Ray Lumpkin would contact the Pulaski County districts to request written response to any rules, regulations or laws that might impede desegregation. The committee would also collect information and data to prepare a report for the State Board. This will be a standing committee. This data gathering will be ongoing until the final report is given to the State Board. On July 26, 1999, the committee met at the ADE. The committee did not report any laws or regulations that they currently thought would impede desegregation, and are still waiting for a response from the three districts in Pulaski County. The committee met on August 30, 1999 at the ADE to review rules and regulations that might impede desegregation. At that time, there were no laws under review that appeared to impede desegregati_on. i.,1 In November, the three districts sent letters to the ADE stating that they have reviewed the laws passed by the 82nd legislative session as well as current rules \u0026amp; regulations and district policies to ensure that they have no ill effect on desegregation efforts. There was some concern from PCSSD concerning a charter school proposal in the Maumelle area. The work of the committee is on-going each month depending on the information that comes before the committee. Any rules, laws or regulations that would impede desegregation will be discussed -and reported to the State Board of Education. On October 4, 2000, the ADE presented staff development for assistant superintendents in LRSD, NLRSD and PCSSD regarding school laws of Arkansas. The ADE is in the process of forming a committee to review all Rules and Regulations from the ADE and State Laws that might impede desegregation. The ADE Committee on Statutes and Regulations will review all new laws that might impede desegregation once the 83rd General Assembly has completed this session. The ADE Committee on Statutes and Regulations will meet for the first time on June 11, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. in room 204-A at the ADE. The committee will review all new laws that might impede desegregation that were passed during the 2001 Legislative Session. 25 IV. REPEAL STATUTES AND REGULATIONS THAT IMPEDE DESEGREGATION (Continued) E. Submit proposals to the Legislature for repeal of those laws that appear to be impediments to desegregation. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) The ADE Committee on Statutes and Regulations rescheduled the meeting that was planned for June 11, in order to review new -regulations proposed to the State Board of Education. The meeting will take place on July 16, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at the ADE. The ADE Committee to Repeal Statutes and Regulations that Impede Desegregation met on July 16, 2001 at the ADE. The following Items were discussed: (1) Review of 2001 state laws which appear to impede desegregation. (2) Review of existing ADE regulations which appear to impede desegregation. (3) Report any laws or regulations found to impede desegregation to the Arkansas State Legislature, the ADE and the Pulaski County school districts. The next meeting will take place on August 27, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at the ADE. ~1-I The ADE Committee to Repeal Statutes and Regulations that Impede Desegregation met on August 27, 2001 at the ADE. The Committee is reviewing all relevant laws or regulations produced by the Arkansas State Legislature, the ADE and the Pulaski County school districts in FY 2000/2001 to determine if they may impede desegregation. The next meeting will take place on September 1 O, 2001 in Conference Room 204-8 at 2:00 p.m. at the ADE. The ADE Committee to Repeal Statutes and Regulations that Impede Desegregation met on September 10, 2001 at the ADE. The Committee is reviewing all relevant laws or regulations produced by the Arkansas State Legislature, the ADE and the Pulaski County school districts in FY 2000/2001 to determine if they may impede desegregation. The next meeting will take place on October 24, 2001 in Conference Room 204-8 at 2:00 p.m. at the ADE. The ADE Committee to Repeal Statutes and Regulations that Impede Desegregation met on October 24, 2001 at the ADE. The Committee is reviewing all relevant laws or regulations produced by the Arkansas State Legislature, the ADE and the Pulaski County school districts in FY 2000/2001 to determine if they may impede desegregation. On December 17, 2001, the ADE Committee to Repeal Statutes and Regulations that Impede Desegregation composed letters that will be sent to the school districts in Pulaski County. The letters ask for input regarding any new laws or regulations that may impede desegregation. Laws to review include those of the 83rd General Assembly, ADE regulations, and regulations of the Districts. 26 IV. REPEAL STATUTES AND REGULATIONS THAT IMPEDE DESEGREGATION (Continued) E. Submit proposals to the Legislature for repeal of those laws that appear to be impediments to desegregation. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On January 10, 2002, the ADE Committee to Repeal Statutes and Regulations that Impede Desegregation sent letters to the school districts in Pulaski County. The letters ask for input regarding any new laws or regulations that may impede desegregation. The districts were asked to respond by March 8, 2002. On March 5, 2002, A letter was sent from the LRSD which mentioned Act 1748 and Act 1667 passed during the 83rd Legislative Session which may impede desegregation. These laws will be researched to determine if changes need to be made. A letter was sent from the NLRSD on March 19, noting that the district did not find any laws which impede desegregation. On April 26, 2002, A letter was sent for the PCSSD to the ADE, noting that the district did not find any laws which impede desegregation except the \"deannexation\" legislation which the District opposed before the Senate committee. On October 27, 2003, the ADE sent letters to the school districts in Pulaski County asking if there were any new laws or regulations that may impede desegregation. The districts were asked to review laws, passed during the 84th Legislative Session, any new ADE rules or regulations, and district policies. 27 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES A. Through a preamble to the Implementation Plan, the Board of Education will reaffirm its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement and outcomes of programs intended to apply those principles. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The preamble was contained in the Implementation Plan filed with the Court on March 15, 1994. B. Through execution of the Implementation Plan, the Board of Education will continue to reaffirm its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement and outcomes of programs intended to apply those principles. C. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Ongoing Through execution of the Implementation Plan, the Board of Education will continue to reaffirm its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement by actions taken by ADE in response to monitoring results. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 Ongoing D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. 1 . Projected Ending Date Ongoing 28 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 At each regular monthly meeting of the State Board of Education, the Board is provided copies of the most recent Project Management Tool (PMT) and an executive summary of the PMT for their review and approval. Only activities that are in addition to the Board's monthly review of the PMT are detailed below. In May 1995, the State Board of Education was informed of the total number of schools visited during the monitoring phase and the data collection process. Suggestions were presented to the State Board of Education on how recommendations could be presented in the monitoring reports. In June 1995, an update on the status of the pending Semiannual Monitoring Report was provided to the State Board of Education. In July 1995, the July Semiannual Monitoring Report was reviewed by the State Board of Education. ,,, On August 14, 1995, the State Board of Education was informed of the need to increase minority participation in the teacher scholarship program and provided tentative monitoring dates to facilitate reporting requests by the ADE administrative team and the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee. In September 1995, the State Board of Education was advised of a change in the PMT from a table format to a narrative for(TJat. The Board was also briefed about a meeting with the Office of Desegregation Monitoring regarding the PMT. In October 1995, the State Board of Education was updated on monitoring timelines. The Board was also informed of a meeting with the parties regarding a review of the Semiannual Monitoring Report and the monitoring process, and the progress of the test validation study. In November 1995, a report was made to the State Board of Education regarding the monitoring schedule and a meeting with the parties concerning the development of a common terminology for monitoring purposes. In December 1995, the State Board of Education was updated regarding announced monitoring visits. In January 1996, copies of the draft February Semiannual Monitoring Report and its executive summary were provided to the State Board of Education. 29 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) During the months of February 1996 through May 1996, the PMT report was the only item on the agenda regarding the status of the implementation of the Monitoring Plan. In June 1996, the State Board of Education was updated on the status of the bias review study. In July 1996, the Semiannual Monitoring Report was provided to the Court, the parties, ODM, the State Board of Education, and the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee. In August 1996, the State Board of Education and the ADE administrative team were provided with copies of the test validation study prepared by Dr. Paul Williams. During the months of September 1996 through December 1996, the PMT was the only item on the agenda regarding the status of the implementation of the Monitoring Plan. On January 13, 1997, a presentation was made to the State Board of Education regarding the February 1997 Semiannual Monitoring Report, and copies of the report and its executive summary were distributed to all Board members. The Project Management Tool and its executive summary were addressed at the February 10, 1997 State Board of Education meeting regarding the ADE's progress in fulfilling their obligations as set forth in the Implementation Plan. In March 1997, the State Board of Education was notified that historical information in the PMT had been summarized at the direction of the Assistant Attorney General in order to reduce the size and increase the clarity of the report. The Board was updated on the Pulaski County Desegregation Case and reviewed the Memorandum Opinion and Order issued by the Court on February 18, 1997 in response to the Districts' motion for summary judgment on the issue of state funding for teacher retirement matching contributions. During the months of April 1997 through June 1997, the PMT was the only item on the agenda regarding the status of the implementation of the Monitoring Plan. The State Board of Education received copies of the July 15, 1997 Semiannual Monitoring Report and executive summary at the July Board meeting. 30 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) The Implementation Phase Working Group held its quarterly meeting on August 4, 1997 to discuss the progress made in attaining the goals set forth in the Implementation Plan and the critical areas for the current quarter. A special report regarding a historical review of the Pulaski County Settlement Agreement and the ADE's role and monitoring obligations were presented to the State Board of Education on September 8, 1997. Additionally, the July 15, 1997 Semiannual Monitoring Report was presented to the Board for their review. In October 1997, a special draft report regarding disparity in achievement was submitted to the State Board Chairman and the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee. In November 1997, the State Board_ of Education was provided copies of the monthly PMT and its executive summary. The Implementation Phase Working Group held its quarterly meeting on November 3, 1997 to discuss the progress made in attaining the goals set forth in the Implementation Plan and the critical areas for the current quarter. In December 1997, the State Board of Education was provided copies of the monthly PMT and its executive summary. In January 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and discussed ODM's report on the AD E's monitoring activities and instructed the Director to meet with the parties to discuss revisions to the ADE's monitoring plan and monitoring reports. In February 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and discussed the February 1998 Semiannual Monitoring Report. In March 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary and was provided an update regarding proposed revisions to the monitoring process. In April 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary. In May 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary. 31 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In June 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary. The State Board of Education also reviewed how the ADE would report progress in the PMT concerning revisions in ADE's Monitoring Plan. In July 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary. The State Board of Education also received an update on Test Validation, the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Committee Meeting, and revisions in ADE's Monitoring Plan. In August 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also received an update on the five discussion points regarding the proposed revisions to the monitoring and reporting process. The Board also reviewed the basic goal of the Minority Recruitment Committee. ,,., In September 1998, the State Board of Education reviewed the proposed modifications to the Monitoring plans by reviewing the common core of written response received from the districts. The primary commonalities were (1) Staff Development, (2) Achievement Disparity and (3) Disciplinary Disparity. A meeting of the parties is scheduled to be conducted on Thursday, September 17, 1998. The Board encouraged the Department to identify a deadline for Standardized Test Validation and Test Selection. In October 1998, the Board received the progress report on Proposed Revisions to the Desegregation Monitoring and Reporting Process (see XVIII). The Board also reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary. In November, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also received an update on the proposed revisions in the Desegregation monitoring Process and the update on Test validation and Test Selection provisions of the Settlement Agreement. The Board was also notified that the Implementation Plan Working Committee held its quarterly meeting to review progress and identify quarterly priorities. In December, the State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also received an update on the joint motion by the ADE, the LRSD, NLRSD, and the PCSSD, to relieve the Department of its obligation to file a February Semiannual Monitoring Report. The Board was also notified that the Joshua lntervenors filed a motion opposing the joint motion. The Board was informed that the ADE was waiting on a response from Court. 32 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In January, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also received an update on the joint motion of the ADE, LRSD, PCSSD, and NLRSD for an order relieving the ADE of filing a February 1999 Monitoring Report. The motion was granted subject to the following three conditions: (1) notify the Joshua intervenors of all meetings between the parties to discuss proposed changes, (2) file with the Court on or before February 1, 1999, a report detailing the progress made in developing proposed changes and (3) identify ways in which APE might assist districts in their efforts to improve academic achievement. In February, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board was informed that the three conditions: (1) notify the Joshua lntervenors of all meetings between the parties to discuss proposed changes, (2) file with the Court on or _before February 1, 1999, a report detailing the progress made in developing proposed changes and (3) identify ways in which ADE might assist districts in their efforts to improve academic achievement had been satisfied. The Joshua lntervenors were invited again to attend the meeting of the parties and they attended on January 13, and January 28, 1999. They are also scheduled to attend on February 17, 1998. The report of progress, a collaborative effort from all parties was presented to court on February 1, 1999. The Board was also informed that additional items were received for inclusion in the revised report, after the deadline for the submission of the progress report and the ADE would: (1) check them for feasibility, and fiscal impact if any, and (2) include the items in future drafts of the report. In March, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also received and reviewed the Desegregation Monitoring and Assistance Progress Report submitted to Court on February 1, 1999. On April 12, and May 10, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also was notified that once the financial section of the proposed plan was completed, the revised plan would be submitted to the board for approval. On June 14, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also was notified that once the financial section of the proposed plan was completed, the revised plan would be submitted to the board for approval. 33 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On July 12, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of'Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board also was notified that once the financial section of the proposed plan was completed, the revised plan would be submitted to the board for approval. On August 9, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board was also notified that the new Desegregation Monitoring and Assistance Plan would be ready to submit to the Board for their review \u0026amp; approval as soon as plans were finalized. On September 13, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board was also notified that the new Desegregation Monitoring and Assistance Plan would be ready to submit to the Board for their review \u0026amp; approval as soon as plans were finalized. ,.:,.1 On October 12, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed the PMT and its executive summary. The Board was notified that on September 21, 1999 that the Office of Education Lead Planning and Desegregation Monitoring meet before the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee and presented them with the draft version of the new Desegregation Monitoring and Assistance Plan. The State Board was notified that the plan would be submitted for Board review and approval when finalized. On November 8, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of October. On December 13, 1999, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of November. On January 10, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of December. On February 14, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of January. On March 13, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of February. On April 10, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of March. 34 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On May 8, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of April. On June 12, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of May. On July 1 O, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of June. On August 14, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of July. On September 11, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of August. '\"i1 On October 9, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of ~eptember. On November 13, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of October. On December 11, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of November. On January 8, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of December. On February 12, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of January. On March 12, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of February. On April 9, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of March. On May 14, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of April. On June 11, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of May. 35 V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On July 9, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of June. On August 13, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of July. On September 10, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of August. On October 8, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of September. On November 19, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of October. i\\1 On December 10, 2001, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of November. On January 14, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of December. On February 11, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of January. On March 11 , 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of February. On April 8, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of March. On May 13, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of April. On June 1 O, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of May. On July 8, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of June. On August 12, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of July. 36 , .... V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On September 9, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of August. On October 14, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of September. On November 18, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of October. On December 9, 2002, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of November. On January 13, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the mon~h of December. l- J.1 On February 1 O, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of January. On March 10, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of February. On April 14, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of March. On May 12, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of April. On June 9, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of May. On August 11 , 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the months of June and July. On September 8, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of August. On October 13, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of September. On November 10, 2003, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of October. 37 \\ V. COMMITMENT TO PRINCIPLES (Continued) D. Through regular oversight of the Implementation Phase's Project Management Tool, and scrutiny of results of ADE's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On January 12, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of December. On February 9, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of January. On March 8, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of February. On April 12, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of March. On May 10, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of April. i! , 1 On June 14, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of May. On August 9, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the months of June and July. On September 12, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of August. On October 11, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of September. On November 8, 2004, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of October. On January 10, 200s\nt~'e A'rk.~iisas s'iaie'soard ofEclucatiorfreyiewed ancfappro~~fti~ PMT and its executive _sunimaryJ9r ttie~mon~hs_'ot No\\J~m~er)ir:id:Qe~emt:f~r\" 38 J .., \\ VI. REMEDIATION A. Through the Extended COE process, the needs for technical assistance by District, by School, and by desegregation compensatory education programs will be identified. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 During May 1995, team visits to Cycle 4 schools were conducted, and plans were developed for reviewing the Cycle 5 schools. In June 1995, the current Extended COE packet was reviewed, and enhancements to the Extended COE packet were prepared. In July 1995, year end reports were finalized by the Pulaski County field service specialists, and plans were finalized for reviewing the draft improvement plans of the Cycle 5 schools. In August 1995, Phase I - Cycle 5 school improvement plans were reviewed. Plans were developed for meeting with the Districts to discuss plans for Phase II - Cycle 1 schools of Extended COE, and a school improvement conference was conducted in Hot Springs. The technical review visits for the FY 95/96 year and the documentation process were also discussed. In October 1995, two computer programs, the Effective Schools Planner and the Effective Schools Research Assistant, were ordered for review, and the first draft of a monitoring checklist for Extended COE was developed. Through the Extended COE process, the field service representatives provided technical assistance based on the needs identified within the Districts from the data gathered. In November 1995, ADE personnel discussed and planned for the FY 95/96 monitoring, and onsite visits were conducted to prepare schools for the FY 95/96 team visits. Technical review visits continued in the Districts. In December 1995, announced monitoring and technical assistance visits were conducted in the Districts. At December 31, 1995, approximately 59% of the schools in the Districts had been monitored. Technical review visits were conducted during January 1996. In February 1996, announced monitoring visits and midyear monitoring reports were completed, and the field service specialists prepared for the spring NCA/COE peer team visits. 39 \\ . \\ l . l ...... - \\ VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) A. Through the Extended COE process, the needs for technical assistance by District, by School, and by desegregation compensatory education programs will be identified. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In March 1996, unannounced monitoring visits of Cycle 5 schools commenced, and two-day peer team visits of Cycle 5 schools were conducted. Two-day team visit materials, team lists and reports were prepared. Technical assistance was provided to schools in final preparation for team visits and to schools needing any school improvement information. In April and May 1996, the unannounced monitoring visits were completed. The unannounced monitoring forms were reviewed and included in the July monitoring report. The two-day peer team visits were completed, and annual COE monitoring reports were prepared. In June 1996, all announced and unannounced monitoring visits of the Cycle 5 schools were completed, and the data was analyzed. The Districts identified enrollment in compensatory education programs. i-\\1 The Semiannual Monitoring Report was completed and filed with the Court on July 15, 1996, and copies were distributed to the parties. During August 1996, meetings were held with the Districts to discuss the monitoring requirements. Technical assistance meetings with Cycle 1 schools were planned for 96/97. The Districts were requested to record discipline data in accordance with the Allen Letter. In September 1996, recommendations regarding the ADE monitoring schedule for Cycle 1 schools and content layouts of the semiannual report were submitted to the ADE administrative team for their review. Training materials were developed and schedules outlined for Cycle 1 schools. In October 1996, technical assistance needs were identified and addressed to prepare each school for their team visits. Announced monitoring visits of the Cycle 1 schools began on October 28, 1996. In December 1996, the announced monitoring visits of the Cycle 1 schools were completed, and technical assistance needs were identified from school site visits. In January 1997, the ECOE monitoring section identified technical assistance needs of the Cycle 1 schools, and the data was reviewed when the draft February Semiannual Monitoring Report was presented to the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee, the State Board of Education, and the parties. 40 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) A. Through the Extended COE process, the needs for technical assistance by District, by School, and by desegregation compensatory education programs will be identified. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In February 1997, field service specialists prepared for the peer team visits of the Cycle 1 schools. NCA accreditation reports were presented to the NCA Committee, and NCA reports were prepared for presentation at the April NCA meeting in Chicago. From March to May 1997, 111 visits were made to schools or central offices to work with principals, ECOE steering committees, and designated district personnel concerning school improvement planning. A workshop was conducted on Learning Styles for Geyer Springs Elementary School. A School Improvement Conference was held in Hot Springs on July 15-17, 1997. The conference included information on the process of continuous school improvement, results of the first five years of COE, connecting the mission with the school improvement plan, and improving academic performance. Technical assistance needs were evaluated for1the FY 97/98 school year in August 1997. From October 1997 to February 1998, technical reviews of the ECOE process were conducted by the field service representatives. Technical assistance was provided to the Districts through meetings with the ECOE steering committees, assistance in analyzing perceptual surveys, and by providing samples of school improvement plans, Gold File catalogs, and web site addresses to schools visited. Additional technical assistance was provided to the Districts through discussions with the ECOE committees and chairs about the process. In November 1997, technical reviews of the ECOE process were conducted by the field service representatives in conjunction with the announced monitoring visits. Workshops on brainstorming and consensus building and asking strategic questions were held in January and February 1998. In March 1998, the field service representatives conducted ECOE team visits and prepared materials for the NCA workshop. Technical assistance was provided in workshops on the ECOE process and team visits. In April 1998, technical assistance was provided on the ECOE process and academically distressed schools. In May 1998, technical assistance was provided on the ECOE process, and team visits were conducted. 41 . \\ , , ..... \\ VI. REMEDIATION (Continued} A. Through the Extended COE process, the needs for technical assistance by District, by School, and by desegregation compensatory education programs will be identified. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In June 1998, the Extended COE Team Visit Reports were completed. A School Improvement Conference was held in Hot Springs on July 13-15, 1998. Major conference topics included information on the process of continuous school improvement, curriculum alignment, \"Smart Start,\" Distance Learning, using data to improve academic performance, educational technology, and multicultural education. All school districts in Arkansas were invited and representatives from Pulaski County attended. In September 1998, requests for technical assistance were received, visitation schedules were established, and assistance teams began visiting the Districts. Assistance was provided by telephone and on-site visits. The ADE provided inservice training_ on \"Using Data to Sharpen the Focus on Student Achievement\" at Gibbs Magn'et Elementary school on October 5, 1998 at their request. The staff was taught how to increase test scores through data disaggregation, analysis, alignment, longitudinal achievement review, and use of individualized test data by student, teacher, class and content area. Information was also provided regarding the \"Smart Start\" and the \"Academic Distress\" initiatives. On October 20, 1998, ECOE technical assistance was provided to Southwest Jr. High School. B. Identify available resources for providing technical assistance for the specific condition, or circumstances of need, considering resources within ADE and the Districts, and also resources available from outside sources and experts. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section VI.F. of this report. C. Through the ERIC system, conduct a literature search for research evaluating compensatory education programs. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 42 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) C. Through the ERIC system, conduct a literature compensatory education programs. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 search for research evaluating An updated ERIC Search was conducted on May 15, 1995 to locate research on evaluating compensatory education programs. The ADE received the updated ERIC disc that covered material through March 1995. An ERIC search was conducted in September 30, 1996 to identify current research dealing with the evaluation of compensatory education programs, and the articles were reviewed. An ERIC search was conducted in April 1997 to identify current research on compensatory education programs and sent to the Cycle 1 principals and the field service specialists for their use. An Eric search was conducted in October 1998 on the topic of Compensatory Education and related descriptors. The search included articles with publication dates from 1997 through July 1998. \n, D. Identify and research technical resources available to ADE and the Districts through programs and organizations such as the Desegregation Assistance Center in San Antonio, Texas. 1. Projected Ending Date Summer 1994 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section VI.F. of this report. E. Solicit, obtain, and use available resources for technical assistance. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section VI.F. of this report. 43 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 From March 1995 through July 1995, technical assistance and resources were obtained from the following sources: the Southwest Regional Cooperative\nUALR regarding training for monitors\nODM on a project management software\nADHE regarding data review and display\nand Phi Delta Kappa, the Desegregation Assistance Center and the Dawson Cooperative regarding perceptual surveys. Technical assistance was received on the Microsoft Project software in November 1995, and a draft of the PMT report using the new software package was presented to the ADE administrative team for review. In December 1995, a data manager was hired permanently to provide technical assistance with computer software a,n,, ,d hardware. In October 1996, the field service specialists conducted workshops in the Districts to address their technical assistance needs and provided assistance for upcoming team visits. In November and December 1996, the field service specialists addressed technical assistance needs of the schools in the Districts as they were identified and continued to provide technical assistance for the upcoming team visits. In January 1997, a draft of the February 1997 Semiannual Monitoring Report was presented to the State Board of Education, the Desegregation Litigation Oversight Subcommittee, and the parties. The ECOE monitoring section of the report included information that identified technical assistance needs and resources available to the Cycle 1 schools. Technical assistance was provided during the January 29-31, 1997 Title I MidWinter Conference. The conference emphasized creating a learning community by building capacity schools to better serve all children and empowering parents to acquire additional skills and knowledge to better support the education of their children. In February 1997, three ADE employees attended the Southeast Regional Conference on Educating Black Children. Participants received training from national experts who outlined specific steps that promote and improve the education of black children. 44 VI.  .. \\: REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On March 6-9, 1997, three members of the ADE's Technical Assistance Section attended the National Committee for School Desegregation Conference. The participants received training in strategies for Excellence and Equity: Empowerment and Training for the Future. Specific information was received regarding the current status of court-ordered desegregation, unitary status, and resegregation and distributed to the Districts and ADE personnel. The field service specialists attended workshops in March on ACT testing and school improvement to identify technical assistance resources available to the Districts and the ADE that will facilitate desegregation efforts. ADE personnel attended the Eighth Annual Conference on Middle Level Education in Arkansas presented by the Arkansas Association of Middle Level Education on April 6-8, 1997. The theme of the conference was Sailing Toward New Horizons. In May 1997, the field service specialists attended the NCA annual conference and an inservice session with Mutiu Fagbayi. An Implementation Oversight Committee member participated in the Consolidated COE Plan inservice training. In June and July 1997, field service staff attended an SAT-9 testing workshop and participated in the three-day School Improvement Conference held in Hot Springs. The conference provided the Districts with information on the COE school improvement process, technical assistance on monitoring and assessing achievement, availability of technology for the classroom teacher, and teaching strategies for successful student achievement. In August 1997, field service personnel attended the ASCD Statewide Conference and the AAEA Administrators Conference. On August 18, 1997, the bi-monthly Team V meeting was held and presentations were made on the Early Literacy Learning in Arkansas (ELLA) program and the Schools of the 21st Century program. In September 1997, technical assistance was provided to the Cycle 2 principals on data collection for onsite and offsite monitoring. ADE personnel attended the Region VI Desegregation Conference in October 1997. Current desegregation and educational equity cases and unitary status issues were the primary focus of the conference. On October 14, 1997, the bi-monthly Team V meeting was held in Paragould to enable members to observe a 21st Century school and a school that incorporates traditional and multi-age classes in its curriculum. 45 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued} F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) In November 1997, the field service representatives attended the Governor's Partnership Workshop to discuss how to tie the committee's activities with the ECOE process. . In March 1998, the field service representatives attended a school improvement conference and conducted workshops on team building and ECOE team visits. Staff development seminars on Using Data to Sharpen the Focus on Student Achievement are scheduled for March 23, 1998 and March 27, 1998 for the Districts. In April 1998, the Districts participated in an ADE seminar to aid them in evaluating and improving student achievement. In August 1998, the Field Service Staff attended inservice to provide further assistance to schools, i.e., Title I Summer Planning Session, ADE session on Smart Start, and the School Improvement Workshops. ,.:,1 All schools and districts in Pulaski County were invited to attend the \"Smart Start\" Summit November 9, 10, and 11 to learn more about strategies to increase student performance. \"Smart Start\" is a standards-driven educational initiative which emphasizes the articulation of clear standards for student achievement and accurate measures of progress against those standards through assessments, staff development and individual school accountability. The Smart Start Initiative focused on improving reading and mathematics achievement for all students in Grades K-4. Representatives from all three districts attended. On January 21 , 1998, the ADE provided staff development for the staff at Oak Grove Elementary School designed to assist them with their efforts to improve student achievement. Using achievement data from Oak Grove, educators reviewed trends in achievement data, identified areas of greatest need, and reviewed seven steps for improving student performance. On February 24, 1999, the ADE provided staff development for the administrative staff at Clinton Elementary School regarding analysis of achievement data. On February 15, 1999, staff development was rescheduled for Lawson Elementary School. The staff development program was designed to assist them with their efforts to improve student achievement using achievement data from Lawson, educators reviewed the components of the Arkansas Smart Initiative, trends in achievement data, identified areas of greatest need, and reviewed seven steps for improving student performance. Student Achievement Workshops were rescheduled for Southwest Jr. High in the Little Rock School District, and the Oak Grove Elementary School in the Pulaski County School District. 46 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On April 30, 1999, a Student Achievement Workshop was conducted for Oak Grove Elementary School in PCSSD. The Student Achievement Workshop for Southwest Jr. High in LRSD has been rescheduled. On June 8, 1999, a workshop was presented to representatives from each of the Arkansas Education Service Cooperatives and representatives from each of the three districts in Pulaski County. The workshop detailed the Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment and Accountability Program (ACTAAP). On June 18, 1999, a workshop was presented to administrators of the NLRSD. The workshop detailed the Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment and Accountability Program (ACTAAP). On August 16, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement and the components of the new ACT AAP program was presented during the preschool staff development activities for teaching assistant in the LRSD. On August 20, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement and the components of the new ACT AAP program was presented during the preschool staff development activities for the Accelerated Learning Center in the LRSD. On September 13, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement and the components of the new ACT AAP program were presented to the staff at Booker T. Washington Magnet Elementary School. On September 27, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement was presented to the Middle and High School staffs of the NLRSD. The workshop also covered the components of the new ACTAAP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. On October 26, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement was presented to LRSD personnel through a staff development training class. The workshop also covered the components of the new ACT AAP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. On December 7, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement was scheduled for Southwest Middle School in the LRSD. The workshop was also set to cover the components of the new ACTAAP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. However, Southwest Middle School administrators had a need to reschedule, therefore the workshop will be rescheduled. 47 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On January 1 O, 2000, professional development on ways to increase student achievement was conducted for both Dr. Martin Luther King Magnet Elementary School \u0026amp; Little Rock Central High School. The workshops also covered the components of the new ACT AAP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. On March 1, 2000, professional development on ways to increase student achievement was conducted for all principals and district level administrators in the PCSSD. The workshop also covered the components of the new ACTAAP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. On April 12, 2000, professional development on ways to increase student achievement was conducted for the LRSD. The workshop also covered the components of the new ACTAAP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. Targeted staffs from the middle and junior high schools in the three districts in Pulaski County attended the Smart Step Summit on May 1 and May 2. Training was provided regarding the overview'of the \"Smart Step\" initiative, \"Standard and Accountability in Action,\" and \"Creating Learning Environments Through Leadership Teams.\" The ADE provided training on the development of alternative assessment September 12-13, 2000. Information was provided regarding the assessment of Special Education and LEP students. Representatives from each district were provided the opportunity to select a team of educators from each school within the district to participate in professional development regarding Integrating Curriculum and Assessment K-12. The professional development activity was directed by the national consultant, Dr. Heidi Hays Jacobs, on September 14 and 15, 2000. The ADE provided professional development workshops from October 2 through October 13, 2000 regarding, \"The Write Stuff: Curriculum Frameworks, Content Standards and Item Development.\" Experts from the Data Recognition Corporation provided the training. Representatives from each district were provided the opportunity to select a team of educators from each school within the district to participate. The ADE provided training on Alternative Assessment Portfolio Systems by video conference for Special Education and LEP Teachers on November 17, 2000. Also, Alternative Assessment Portfolio System Training was provided for testing coordinators through teleconference broadcast on November 27, 2000. 48 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On December 12, 2000, the ADE provided training for Test Coordinators on end of course assessments in Geometry and Algebra I Pilot examination. Experts from the Data Recognition Corporation conducted the professional development at the Arkansas Teacher Retirement Building. The ADE presented a one-day training session with Dr. Cecil Reynolds on the Behavior Assessment for Children (BASC). This took place on December 7, 2000 at the NLRSD Administrative Annex. Dr. Reynolds is a practicing clinical psychologist. He is also a professor at Texas A \u0026amp; M University and a nationally known author. In the training, Dr. Reynolds addressed the following: 1) how to use and interpret information obtained on the direct observation form, 2) how to use this information for programming, 3) when to use the BASC, 4) when to refer for more or additional testing or evaluation, 5) who should complete the forms and when, (i.e., parents, teachers, students}, 6) how to correctly interpret scores. _ This training was intended to especially benefit School Psychology Specialists, psychologists, psychological examiners, educational examiners and counselors. During January 22-26, 2001 the ADE presented the ACT AAP Intermediate (Grade 6) Benchmark Professional Development Workshop on Item Writing. Experts from the Data Recognition Corporation provided the training. Representatives from each district were invited to attend. On January 12, 2001 the ADE presented test administrators training for mid-year End of Course (Pilot) Algebra I and Geometry exams. This was provided for schools with block scheduling. On January 13, 2001 the ADE presented SmartScience Lessons and worked with teachers to produce curriculum. This was shared with eight Master Teachers. The SmartScience Lessons were developed by the Arkansas Science Teachers Association in conjunction with the Wilbur Mills Educational Cooperative under an Eisenhower grant provided by the ADE. The purpose of SmartScience is to provide K-6 teachers with activity-oriented science lessons that incorporate reading, writing, and mathematics skills. The following training has been provided for educators in the three districts in Pulaski County by the Division of Special Education at the ADE since January 2000: On January 6, 2000, training was conducted for the Shannon Hills Pre-school Program, entitled \"Things you can do at home to support your child's learning.\" This was presented by Don Boyd - ASERC and Shelley Weir. The school's director and seven parents attended. 49 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On March 8, 2000, training was conducted for the Southwest Middle School in Little Rock, on ADD. Six people attended the training. There was follow-up training on Learning and Reading Styles on March 26. This was presented by Don Boyd - ASERC and Shelley Weir. On September 7, 2000, Autism and Classroom Accommodations for the LRSD at Chicot Elementary School was presented. Bryan Ayres and Shelley Weir were presenters. The participants were: Karen Sabo, Kindergarten Teacher\nMelissa Gleason, Paraprofessional\nCurtis Mayfield, P.E. Teacher\nLisa Poteet, Speech Language Pathologist\nJane Harkey, Principal\nKathy Penn-Norman, Special Education Coordinator\nAlice Phillips, Occupational Therapist. On September 15, 2000, the Governor's Developmental Disability Coalition Conference presented Assistive Technology Devices \u0026amp; Services. This was held at the Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs. Bryan Ayres was the presenter. On September 19, 2000, Autism and'Classroom Accommodations for the LRSD at Jefferson Elementary School was presented. Bryan Ayres and Shelley Weir were presenters. The participants were: Melissa Chaney, Special Education Teacher\nBarbara Barnes, Special Education Coordinator\na Principal, a Counselor, a Librarian, and a Paraprofessional. On October 6, 2000, Integrating Assistive Technology Into Curriculum was presented at a conference in the Hot Springs Convention Center. Presenters were: Bryan Ayers and Aleecia Starkey. Speech Language Pathologists from LRSD and NLRSD attended. On October 24, 2000, Consideration and Assessment of Assistive Technology was presented through Compressed Video-Teleconference at the ADE facility in West Little Rock. Bryan Ayres was the presenter. On October 25 and 26, 2000, Alternate Assessment for Students with Severe Disabilities for the LRSD at J. A. Fair High School was presented. Bryan Ayres was the presenter. The participants were: Susan Chapman, Special Education Coordinator\nMary Steele, Special Education Teacher\nDenise Nesbit, Speech Language Pathologist\nand three Paraprofessionals. On November 14, 2000, Consideration and Assessment of Assistive Technology was presented through Compressed Video-Teleconference at the ADE facility in West Little Rock. Bryan Ayres was the presenter. On November 17, 2000, training was conducted on Autism for the LRSD at the Instructional Resource Center. Bryan Ayres and Shelley Weir were presenters. 50 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On December 5, 2000, Access to the Curriculum Via the use of Assistive Technology Computer Lab was presented. Bryan Ayres was the presenter of this teleconference. The participants were: Tim Fisk, Speech Language Pathologist from Arch Ford Education Service Cooperative at Plumerville and Patsy Lewis, Special Education Teacher from Mabelvale Middle School in the LRSD. On January 9, 2001, Consideration and Assessment of Assistive Technology was presented through Compressed Video-Teleconference at the ADE facility in West Little Rock. Bryan Ayres was the presenter. Kathy Brown, a vision consultant from the LRSD, was a participant. On January 23, 2001, Autism and Classroom Modifications for the LRSD at Brady Elementary School was presented. Bryan Ayres and Shelley Weir were presenters. The participants were: Beverly Cook, Special Education Teacher\nAmy Littrell, Speech Language Pathologist\nJan Feurig, Occupational Therapist\nCarolyn James, Paraprofessional\nCindy Kackly, Paraprofessional\nand Rita Deloney, Paraprofessional. ,,., The ADE provided training on Alternative Assessment Portfolio Systems for Special Education and Limited English Proficient students through teleconference broadcast on February 5, 2001. Presenters were: Charlotte Marvel, ADE\nDr. Gayle Potter, ADE\nMarcia Harding, ADE\nLynn Springfield, ASERC\nMary Steele, J. A. Fair High School, LRSD\nBryan Ayres, Easter Seals Outreach. This was provided for Special Education teachers and supervisors in the morning, and Limited English Proficient teachers and supervisors in the afternoon. The Special Education session was attended by 29  teachers/administrators and provided answers to specific questions about the alternate assessment portfolio system and the scoring rubric and points on the rubric to be used to score the portfolios. The LEP session was attended by 16 teachers/administrators and disseminated the common tasks to be included in the portfolios: one each in mathematics, writing and reading. On February 12-23, 2001, the ADE and Data Recognition Corporation personnel trained Test Coordinators in the administration of the spring Criterion-Referenced Test. This was provided in 20 sessions at 1 O regional sites. Testing protocol, released items, and other testing materials were presented and discussed. The sessions provided training for Primary, Intermediate, and Middle Level Benchmark Exams as well as End of Course Literacy, Algebra and Geometry Pilot.Tests. The LRSD had 2 in attendance for the End of Course session and 2 for the Benchmark session. The NLRSD had 1 in attendance for the End of Course session and 1 for the Benchmark session. The PCSSD had 1 in attendance for the End of Course session and 1 for the Benchmark session. 51 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On March 15, 2001, there was a meeting at the ADE to plan professional development for staff who work with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) students. A $30,000 grant has been created to provide L:EP training at Chicot Elementary for a year, starting in April 2001. A $40,000 grant was created to provide a Summer English as Second Language (ESL) Academy for the LRSD from June 18 through 29, 2001. Andre Guerrero from the ADE Accountability section met with Karen Broadnax, ESL Coordinator at LRSD, Pat Price, Early Childhood Curriculum Supervisor at LRSD, and Jane Harkey, Principal of Chicot Elementary. On March 1-2 and 8-29, 2001, ADE staff performed the following activities: processed registration for April 2 and 3 Alternate Portfolio Assessment video conference quarterly meeting\nanswered questions about Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and LEP Alternate Portfolio Assessment by phone from schools and Education Service Cooperatives\nand signed up students for alternate portfolio assessment from school districts. On March 6, 2001, ADE staff attended a Smart Step Technology Leadership Conference at the State House Convention Center. On March 7, 2001, ADE staff attended a National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Regional Math Framework Meeting about the Consensus Project 2004. On March 8, 2001, there was a one-on-one conference with Carole Villarreal from Pulaski County at the ADE about the LEP students with portfolios. She was given pertinent data, including all the materials that have been given out at the video conferences. The conference lasted for at least an hour. On March 14, 2001, a Test Administrator's Training Session was presented specifically to LRSD Test Coordinators and Principals. About 60 LRSD personnel attended. The following meetings have been conducted with educators in the three districts in Pulaski County since July 2000. On July 10-13, 2000 the ADE provided Smart Step training. The sessions covered Standards-based classroom practices. 52 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On July 19-21, 2000 the ADE held the Math/Science Leadership Conference at UCA. This provided services for Arkansas math and science teachers to support systemic reform in math/science and training 1or 8th grade Benchmark. There were 200 teachers. from across the state in attendance. On August 14-31, 2000 the ADE presented Science Smart Start Lessons and worked with teachers to produce curriculum. This will provide K-6 teachers with activity-oriented science lessons that incorporate reading, writing, and mathematics skills. On September 5, 2000 the ADE held an Eisenhower Informational meeting with Teacher Center Coordinators. The purpose of the Eisenhower Professional Development Program is to prepare teachers, school staff, and administrators to help all students meet challenging standards in the core academic subjects. A summary of the program was presented at the meeting. On November 2-3, 2000 the ADE hei1d the Arkansas Conference on Teaching. This presented curriculum and activity workshops. More than 1200 attended the conference. On November 6, 2000 there was a review of Science Benchmarks and sample model curriculum. A committee of 6 reviewed and revised a drafted document. The committee was made up of ADE and K-8 teachers. On November 7-10, 2000 the ADE held a meeting of the Benchmark and End of Course Mathematics Content Area Committee. Classroom teachers reviewed items for grades 4, 6, 8 and EOC mathematics assessment. There were 60 participants. On December 4-8, 2000 the ADE conducted grades 4 and 8 Benchmark Scoring for Writing Assessment. This professional development was attended by approximately 750 teachers. On December 8, 2000 the ADE conducted Rubric development for Special Education Portfolio scoring. This was a meeting with special education supervisors to revise rubric and plan for scoring in June. On December 8, 2000 the ADE presented the Transition Mathematics Pilot Training Workshop. This provided follow-up training and activities for fourth-year mathematics professional development. On December 12, 2000 the ADE presented test administrators training for midyear End of Course (Pilot) Algebra I and Geometry exams. This was provided for schools with block scheduling. 53 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) The ADE provided training on Alternative Assessment Portfolio Systems for Special Education and Limited English Proficient students through teleconference broadcasts on April 2-3, 2001. . Administration of the Primary, Intermediate, and Middle Level Benchmark Exams as well as End of Course Literacy took place on April 23-27, 2001. Administration of the End of Course Algebra and Geometry Exams took place on May 2-3, 2001. Over 1,100 Arkansas educators attended the Smart Step Growing Smarter Conference on July 10 and 11, 2001, at the Little Rock Statehouse Convention Center. Smart Step focuses on improving student achievement for Grades 5-8. The Smart Step effort seeks to provide intense professional development for teachers and administrators at the middle school level, as well as additional materials and assistance to the state'~ middle school teachers. The event began with opening remarks by Ray Simon,'Director of the ADE. Carl Boyd, a longtime educator and staff consultant for Learning 24-7, presented the first keynote address on \"The Character-Centered Teacher\". Debra Pickering, an education consultant from Denver, Colorado, presented the second keynote address on \"Characteristics of Middle Level Education\". Throughout the Smart Step conference, educators attended breakout sessions that were grade-specific and curriculum area-specific. Pat Davenport, an education consultant from Houston, Texas, delivered two addresses. She spoke on \"A Blueprint for Raising Student Achievement\". Representatives from all three districts in Pulaski County attended. Over 1,200 Arkansas teachers and administrators attended the Smart Start Conference on July 12, 2001, at the Little Rock Statehouse Convention Center. Smart Start is a standards-driven educational initiative which emphasizes the articulation of clear standards for student achievement and accurate measures of progress against those standards through assessments, staff development and individual school accountability. The Smart Start Initiative focused on improving reading and mathematics achievement for all students in Grades K-4. The event began with opening remarks by Ray Simon, Director of the ADE. Carl Boyd, a longtime educator and staff consultant for Learning 24-7, presented the keynote address. The day featured a series of 15 breakout sessions on best classroom practices. Representatives from all three districts in Pulaski County attended. On July 18-20, 2001, the ADE held the Math/Science Leadership Conference at UCA. This provided services for Arkansas math and science teachers to support systemic reform in math/science and training for 8th grade Benchmark. There were approximately 300 teachers from across the state in attendance. 54 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) The ADE and Harcourt Educational Measurement conducted Stanford 9 test administrator training from August 1-9, 2001. The training was held at Little Rock, Jonesboro, Fort Smith, Forrest City, Springdale, Mountain Home, Prescott, and Monticello. Another session was held at the ADE on August 30, for those who were unable to attend August 1-9. The ADE conducted the Smart Start quarterly meeting by video conference at the Education Service Cooperatives and at the ADE from 9:00 a.m. until 11 :30 a.m. on September 5, 2001. The ADE released the performance of all schools on the Primary and Middle Level Benchmark Exams on September 5, 2001. The ADE conducted Transition Core Teacher In-Service training for Central in the LRSD on September 6, 2001. The ADE conducted Transition Cn~cklist training for Hall in the LRSD on September 7, 2001.  The ADE conducted Transition Checklist training for McClellan in the LRSD on September 13, 2001. The ADE conducted Basic Co-teaching training for the LRSD on October 9, 2001. The ADE conducted training on autism spectrum disorder for the PCSSD on October 15, 2001. Professional Development workshops (1 day in length) in scoring End of Course assessments in algebra, geometry and reading were provided for all districts in the state. Each school was invited to send three representatives (one for each of the sessions). LRSD, NLRSD, and PCSSD participated. Information and training materials pertaining to the Alternate Portfolio Assessment were provided to all districts in the state and were supplied as requested to LRSD, PCSSD and David 0. Dodd Elementary. On November 1-2, 2001 the ADE held the Arkansas Conference on Teaching at the Excelsior Hotel \u0026amp; Statehouse Convention Center. This presented sessions, workshops and short courses to promote exceptional teaching and learning. Educators could become involved in integrated math, science, English \u0026amp; language arts and social studies learning. The ADE received from the schools selected to participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), a list of students who will take the test. 55 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of January 31, 2005 (Continued) On December 3-7, 2001 the ADE conducted grade 6 Benchmark scoring training for reading and math. Each school district was invited to send a math and a reading specialist. The training was held at the'Holiday Inn Airport in Little Rock. On December 4 and 6, 2001 the ADE conducted Mid-Year Test Administrator Training for Algebra and Geometry. This was held at the Arkansas Activities Association's conference room in North Little Rock. On January 24, 2002, the ADE conducted the Smart Start quarterly meeting by ADE compressed video with Fred Jones presenting. On January 31, 2002, the ADE conducted the Smart Step quarterly meeting by NSCI satellite with Fred Jones presenting. On February 7, 2002, the ADE Smart Step co-sponsored the AR Association of Middle Level Principal's/ADE curriculm, assessment and instruction workshop with Bena Kallick presenting. \n, On February 11-21, 2002, the ADE provided training for Test Administrators on the Primary, Intermediate, and Middle Level Benchmark Exams as well as End of Course Literacy, Algebra and Geometry Exams. The sessions took place at Forrest City, Jonesboro, Mountain Home, Springdale, Fort Smith, Monticello, Prescott, Arkadelphia and Little Rock. A make-up training broadcast was given at 15 Educational Cooperative Video sites on February 22. During February 2002, the LRSD had two attendees for the Benchmark Exam training and one attendee for the End of Course Exam training. The NLRSD and PCSSD each had one attendee at the Benchmark Exam training and one attendee for the End of Course Exam training. The ADE conducted the Smart Start quarterly meeting by compressed interactive video at the South Central Education Service Cooperative from 9:30 a.m. until 11 :30 a.m. on May 2, 2002. Telecast topics included creating a standards-based classroom and a seven-step implementation plan. The principal's role in the process was explained. The ADE conducted the Smart Step quarterly meeting by compressed interactive video at the South Central Education Service Cooperative from 9:30 a.m. until 11 :30 a.m. on May 9, 2002. Telecast topics included creating a standards-based classroom and a seven-step implementation plan. The principal's role in the process was explained. 56 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. 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Arkansas DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 4 STATE CAPITOL MAU.  UTTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201-1071  (501) 682-4475  http://arkedu.state.ar.us Dr. Kenneth James, Director of Education Jan~ary 28, 2005 Mr.M. SamuelJones,ill Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes, Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 JAN 2005 OFFIC[ OF DESEGREGMlOil ;110NITORING Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 RE: Little Rock School District v. Pulaski County Special School District, et al. U.S. District Court No. 4:82-CV-866 WRW Dear Gentlemen: Per an agreement with the Attorney General's Office, I am filing the Arkansas Department of Education's Project Management Tool for the month of January 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. Sie7~o. ~~-rk General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: Mark Hagemeier STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION: Chair - JoNell Caldwell, Little Rock Vice Chair - Jeanna Westmoreland, Arkadelphia Members: Sherry Burrow, Jonesboro  Shelby Hillman, Carlisle  Calvin King, Marianna  Randy Lawson, Bentonville MaryJane Rebick, Little Rock  Diane Tatum, Pine Bluff  Naccaman Williams, Johnson An Equal Opportunity Employer UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DNISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V. No. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF FILING In accordance with the Court's Order of December 10, 1993, the Arkansas Department of Education hereby gives notice of the filing of the ADE's Project Management Tool for January 2005. Respectfully Submitted, tt Smith, Bar # 92251 General Counsel, Arkansas Department of Education #4 Capitol Mall, Room 404-A Little Rock, AR 72201 1501-682-4227 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Scott Smith, certify that on January 28, 2005, I caused the foregoing document to be served by depositing a copy in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to each of the following: Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0 . Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Arkansas  DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 4 STATE CAPITOL MAU  UTILE ROCK. ARKANSAS 72201-1071  (501) 682-4475  http://arkedu.state.ar.us Dr. Kenneth James, Director of Education February 28, 2005 Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes, Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 I/ ' ,') 1 - ~ 05 I . . l. RE: Little Rock School District v. Pulaski County Special School District, et al. U.S. District Court No. 4:82-CV-866 WRW Dear Gentlemen: Per an agreement with the Attorney General's Office, I am filing the Arkansas Department of Education's Project Management Tool for the month of February 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. ~3~~ General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: Mark Hagemeier -ATE BOARD OF EDUCATION: Chair -JoNell Caldwell, Little Rock  Vice Chair -Jeanna Westmoreland, Arkadelphia Members: Sherry Burrow, Jonesboro  Shelby Hillman, Carlisle  Calvin King, Marianna  Randy Lawson, Bentonville MaryJane Rebick, Little Rock  Diane Tatum, Pine Bluff  Naccaman Williams, Johnson An Equal Opportunity Employer UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DNISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V. No. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF FILING In accordance with the Court's Order of December 10, 1993, the Arkansas Department of Education hereby gives notice of the filing of the ADE's Project Management Tool for February 2005. Scott Smith, Bar # 92251 General Counsel, Arkansas Department of Education #4 Capitol Mall, Room 404-A Little Rock, AR 72201 501-682-4227 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Scott Smith, certify that on February 28, 2005, I caused the foregoing document to be served by depositing a copy in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to each of the following: Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1 723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL PLAINTIFFS V. NO. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL INTERVENORS KATHERINE W. KNIGHT, ET AL INTERVENORS ADE'S PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOL In compliance with the Court's Order of December 10, 1993, the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) submits the following Project Management Tool to the parties and the Court. This document describes the progress the ADE has made since March 15, 1994, in complying with provisions of the Implementation Plan and itemizes the ADE's progress against timelines presented in the Plan. IMPLEMENTATION PHASE ACTIVITY I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS A. Use the previous year's three quarter average daily membership to calculate MFPA (State Equalization) for the current school year. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of February 28, 2005 Based on the information availabl~ at January 31, 2005, the .ADE .calculated the State Foundation Funding for F,Y 04/05, subject to periodic adjustments. B. Include all Magnet students in the resident District's average daily membership for calculation. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. IN THE UNITED ST A TES DISTRICT COURi: (, '. ?ii7-j EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKA:t-f,~ ~-\u0026lt; - __ ,..,,  WESTERN DIVISION  C .t,._   ' \u0026lt;\u0026gt; LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V. LR-C-82-866 PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, ET AL DEFENDANTS MAR ? 2005 MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL INTERVENORS OFFI F KA THERINE KNIGHT, ET AL DES GREGATIO!l [,,ONITORING LRSD'S NOTICE OF FILING OUARTERL Y UPDATE INTER VEN ORS Little Rock School District (\"LRSD\") for its Notice ofFiling Quarterly Update dated March 1, 2005 states: 1. The attached document is the second quarterly written update by the Little Rock School District and its Planning, Research, and Evaluation Department. It has been provided to the Joshua Intervenors and the Office of Desegregation Monitoring in accordance with the District Court's 2004 Compliance Remedy (Memorandum Opinion of June 30, 2004). 2. LRSD is filing this Quarterly Update so that the Court may be aware of the compliance work done by LRSD to comply with the Court's Memorandum Opinion of June 30, 2004. WHEREFORE, the LRSD submits its Quarterly Update as required by the Court. Respectfully Submitted, LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT FRIDAY, ELDREDGE \u0026amp; CLARK Christopher Heller (#81083) 2000 Regions Center 400 West Capitol Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 (501) 376-2011 BY:~k CopherHcler CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing has been served on the following people by depositing a copy of same in the United States mail on the 1st day of March, 2005 : Mr. John W. Walker JOHN W. WALKER, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Sam Jones Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 2200 Nations Bank Bldg. 200 West Capitol Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Steve Jones JACK, LYON \u0026amp; JONES, P.A. 425 W. Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201-3472 Judge J. Thomas Ray U. S. District Courthouse 600 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 149 Little Rock, AR 72201 2 Desegregation Monitor 1 Union National Plaza 124 W. Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Tim Gauger Mr. Mark A. Hagemeier Office of the Attorney General 323 Center Street 200 Tower Building Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Clayton Blackstock Mr. Mark Burnett 1010 W. Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201 istopherHeller Little Rock School District (LRSD) QUARTERLY UPDATE to Office of Desegregation Monitoring (ODM) and Joshua March 1, 2005 MAR 2 2005 OFFICtOF DESEGREGAT/Oi'J ;,:ONITORING LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRJCT, PLAINTIFF V. PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRJCT NO.1 ET AL., DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL., INTERVENORS KATHERJNE KNIGHT, ET AL., INTERVENORS Planning, Research, and Evaluation (PRE) Little Rock School District 3001 South Pulaski Little Rock, AR 72206 Page I of 18 Introduction This is the second quarterly written update by the Little Rock School District (LRSD) and its Planning, Research, and Evaluation (PRE) Department, submitted in accordance with the District Court's 2004 Compliance Remedy (Memorandum Opinion of June 30, 2004, pp. 61-67). The organization of this report is that of the Compliance Remedy: A. \"LRSD must promptly hire a highly trained team of professionals to reinvigorate PRE.\" B. \"The first task PRE must perform is to devise a comprehensive program assessment process\". which \"must be deeply embedded as a permanent part of LRSD's curriculum and instruction program.\" C. \"During each of the next two academic school years (2004-05 and 2005-06), LRSD must hire one or more outside consultants to prepare four ( 4) formal step 2 evaluations.\" D. \"PRE must (1) oversee the preparation of all eight of these step 2 evaluations; (2) work closely with Dr. Ross and any other outside consultants ... and (3) provide the outside consultants with any and all requested assistance and support ... \" E. Evaluations will contain numbers and grade levels of teachers and administrators who contributed data, recommended program changes necessary for improved academic achievement by African-American students, and brief explanations of how each change will increase a program's effectiveness. F. \" . .. PRE must notify the ODM and Joshua in writing of the names of those eight programs. In addition, after PRE and Dr. Ross have formulated a comprehensive program assessment process and reduced it to a final draft, PRE must provide a copy to the ODM and Joshua at least thirty days before it is presented to the Board for approval . . . by December 31, 2004.\" G. PRE must submit quarterly written updates on the status of the . . . four step 2 program evaluations . .. during the 2004-05 school year and the four step 2 program evaluations that will be prepared during the 2005-06 school year . . . to ODM and Joshua on December 1, March 1, June 1, and September 1. .. \" H. (ODM's responsibilities.] I. [Joshua's responsibilities.] J. Four step 2 program evaluations due to the Court October 1, 2005 and four more due October 1, 2006. K. Compliance Report due October 15, 2006. L. [This Compliance Remedy supersedes earlier one.] Page 2 of 18 Status as of March 1, 2005 A. Hire a highly trained team of professionals. LRSD hired a highly trained team of professionals in 2004 and reported its action in the first quarterly written update, December 1, 2004. This team has continued its duties as described below, in this second quarterly written update. B. Devise and embed a comprehensive program assessment process. At its December 16, 2004 session, LRSD Board of Directors approved the comprehensive program assessment process devised by PRE. The final draft was in Appendix B of the first quarterly written update. C. Hire outside consultant(s) to prepare four formal step 2 evaluations. Credentials of Drs. Catterall and Ross were in this section and Appendix C of the first quarterly written update. Both agreed to prepare step 2 evaluations of LRSD programs. Their progress is described below in Section D. D. PRE (1) oversees the preparation of the step 2 evaluations, (2) works closely with Drs. Ross and Catterall, and (3) assists them. PRE continued discussions with Dr. Steven Ross of step 2 evaluation designs for thethree LRSD programs which he will conduct, reported December 1, 2004-Compass Learning (CL), Reading Recovery (RR), and Smart/Thrive (S/f). By January 14, PRE and Dr. Ross agreed on evaluation designs, whose descriptions are in the appendix of this second quarterly written update. Negotiations also continued in Janua,ry with Dr. James Catterall regarding evaluation of YearRound Education (YRE), the fourth step 2 evaluation for 2004-2005. Its design, too, is in the appendix of this second quarterly written update. At the monthly Leadership Team (school principals) meeting, on January 19, PRE staff alerted LRSD principals about the four evaluations and answered their questions. At the February 16 Leadership Team session, Dr. Ross and his team described designs of his three evaluations and answered questions. After his presentation to the principals on February 16, Dr. Ross and his team met with PRE, each program director, and two other outside experts (Drs. Linda Dorn and Gail Weems, both of UALR's College of Education). During these discussions, ODM officials and counsel for Joshua Intervenors provided feedback and assisted with the final design of data collection instruments. Page 3 of 18 PRE has established four evaluation teams, led by PRE members and composed of people with skills and experiences appropriate to their respective evaluations. Parent and teacher representatives are also members of these teams, whose first formal meeting was arranged for February 24. Dr. DeJarnette will lead the evaluation of Compass Learning; Ms. Malcolm, Smart/Thrive; Dr. Williams, Year-Round Education; and Mr. Wohlleb, Reading Recovery. Members' names and results of that meeting will appear in the third written quarterly update, due June I. E. Evaluation will have (1) numbers and grade levels of teachers and administrators who submit data for evaluations, (2) recommended program changes necessary for improved achievement by African-American students, and (3) succinct explanations of how each change will increase its respective program's effectiveness. Designs of the evaluations, furnished in the appendix to this report, will include 1) records of the teachers and administrators who furnish data, opinions and guidance, and their grade levels and positions; 2) data in addition to race/ethnicity and test scores that will enable the evaluators to find reasons for differences in academic achievement and recommend changes; 3) bases for explanations of how these other factors impact on academic achievement and how program changes will bring about improved academic achievement. F. Delivery of names of programs to be evaluated and the comprehensive program assessment process to ODM and Joshua. Names of the four programs evaluated during 2004-2005 and the process were delivered before they were due last year and so reported in the first written quarterly update. G. PRE must submit quarterly written updates on the status of step 2 evaluations. PRE submitted its first written quarterly update on December I, 2004. PRE submits this one on or before March 1, 2005 and will submit its third by June 1, 2005. Page 4 of 18 Appendix C. Designs of Step 2 Evaluations of2004-2005 Reading Recovery (RR) Compass Leaming (CL) Smart/Thrive (SIT) Year-Round Education (YRE) Evaluation Schedule 2004-2005 Page 5 of 18 Reading Recovery Program Description RR is one of the eight literacy programs, interventions, and/or models used by various LRSD schools. Restricted to the first grade, it provides systematically designed, individual tutoring to students identified as having the highest need for supplemental support. LRSD funds are used to support the RR Program. Currently, 17 elementary schools are implementing RR: Number of Reading Percent African- Percent Recovery Number of Number of American Free/Reduced School Teachers Teachers Students Students Lunch Students Booker 4 55 496 53 63 Carver 2 43 496 52 53 Chicot 3 44 536 73 86 Dodd I 27 261 54 69 Franklin 2 35 387 96 94 Geyer Springs I 23 299 88 81 Gibbs 2 30 310 53 44 Meadowcliff I 24 349 78 85 Mitchell I 22 156 96 92 Otter Creek 1 31 511 60 56 Rightsell 1 25 262 100 88 Wakefield 2 29 451 78 92 Watson 1 34 456 96 93 Williams 2 36 461 52 34 Wilson 1 27 285 89 92 RR Evaluation Questions and Design A mixed-methods design will address the research questions as follows: Primary Evaluation Question: 1. Has the RR program been effective in improving and remediating the academic achievement of African-American (AA) students? A. Whole School Sample: A treatment-control school, pretest-posttest design will be employed in Grades 1-3. The analysis will control for pretest, gender, ethnicity, and SES. The analysis will possibly examine (a) all 17 schools relative to the entire district elementary-school database or (b) a stratified random sample of RR schools relative to matched control schools. Pretests: DRA or DIBELS (whichever has the more usable database), adm inistered in Kindergarten. Page 6 of 18 Posttests: 2004-05 Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) Reading and Math Subtests. B. RR Subsample: Within each of the RR schools, first- to third-grade students who participated in RR as first graders will be identified and their achievement gains compared to predicted scores based on school status (RR vs. non-RR), and student pretest, gender, ethnicity, and SES. Supplemental (Qualitative/Step 2) Evaluation Questions: 1. What are the quality and level of implementation of RR at the 17 schools implementing it in 2004-05? RR teachers will be interviewed by phone. First-grade teachers and other grade-level teachers will be surveyed. Observations of RR sessions will be at a sample of schools. A minimum of IO observations will be conducted. To the extent resources are available, an attempt will be made to observe at all 17 sites. 2. What is the level of participation in RR by AA students relative to other ethnic groups at the school? Student records/archival data for 2003-04 and 2004-05 will be analyzed. 3. What is the progress demonstrated by AA and other student participants in RR in improving achievement, as demonstrated on program-specific measures? What percent of students are \"discontinued\" or \"not discontinued\"? RR teachers will be asked to complete \"Achievement Profiles\" (to be developed) for each 2004-05 RR student. The Achievement Profiles will be one-page forms designed to require only a few minutes to complete. Procedures will be written through consultation with PRE and RR experts in LRSD. 4. What are the perceptions of RR teachers regarding RR program implementation, impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? The RR teacher interview will directly address this question. 5. What are the perceptions of non-RR first-grade teachers and other teachers in the schools regarding RR program implementation, impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? The RR School Teacher survey will address this question via closed-ended and open-ended items. Respondents will identify their status by grade and role. 6. What are the perceptions of parents/guardians of RR students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? A RR Parent survey will be conducted via a questionnaire including closed- and open-ended items. Page 7 of 18 Summary of RR Data Sources and Participants by Evaluation Question Evaluation Question I Participants Data Sources Primarv Question I . What are the effects of  All grades 1-3 students  DRA or DIBELS (pretest participation in RR on AA at 17 RR schools and in K) student achievement? other elementary  2004-05 !TBS Reading schools and Math subtests  RR student participants (posttest in grades 1-3) within above samples Step 2 Questions 1. What is the quality and level  All RR teachers  RR Teacher Phone of implementation of RR at the  All teachers at RR Interview 17 schools implementing it in schools  RR School Teacher 2004-05? Survey (faculty meeting)  RR Achievement Profiles  One-hour RR Tutoring Observation (min. of 10 schools) 2. What is the level of  All RR schools  School records/archival participation in RR by AA data students relative to other ethnic groups by school? 3. What is the progress  All RR teachers  RR Achievement Profile demonstrated by RR students in improving achievement, as demonstrated on program-specific measures? What percentage of students are \"discontinued\" or \"not discontinued\"? 4. What are the perceptions of  All RR teachers  RR Teacher Interview RR teachers re: RR program implementation, impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 5. What are the perceptions of  All RR school teachers  RR School Teacher regular first-grade teachers and Survey (disaggregated by other teachers re: RR program I st grade vs. other grades) implementation, impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 6. What are the perceptions of  Parents of RR students  RR Parent Survey parents/guardians of RR students re: program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? Page 8 of 18 Compass Learning Program Description Compass Learning (CL) is a computer-based program designed to develop students' skills in reading, writing, and spelling. Additional purposes are to support teacher management of student performance, personalize instruction, and connect communities of learners. The themebased lessons and activities provided by CL take a cross-curricular approach and offer a \"real world\" context for learning. The Compass Management system assessment is either automatic or customizable. Technology Specialists assist classroom teachers with any technology question or need. In the 2004-05 school year, 21 LRSD elementary schools, two middle schools, and the Accelerated Learning Center (high school) utilize CL programs: Percent Percent Number Number African- Free/Reduced of of American Lunch Schools Teachers Students Students Students Bale Elementary 27 319 82 88 Booker Elementary 55 605 53 63 Brady Elementary 28 318 78 80 Carver Elementarv 43 496 52 53 Chicot Elementary 44 536 73 86 Fair Park Elementarv 19 187 75 73 Forrest Park Elementary 25 361 20 14 Franklin Elementary 35 387 96 94 Fulbright Elementary 38 554 26 17 Geyer Springs Elementary . 23 299 88 81 Gibbs Elementary 30 310 53 44 Mabelvale Elementary 25 257 80 88 McDermott Elementary 26 406 62 88 Mitchell Elementary 22 156 96 92 Otter Creek Elementary 31 511 60 56 Rightsell Elementary 25 262 100 88 Rockefeller Elementary 35 453 67 66 Stephens Elementary 39 499 95 91 Wakefield Elementary 29 451 78 92 Williams Elementary 36 461 52 34 Cloverdale Middle School 59 682 82 66 Henderson Middle School 60 630 82 70 Accelerated Leaming Center 14 178 92 15 Page 9 of 18 CL Evaluation Questions and Design A mixed-methods design will be employed to address the research questions as follows: Primary Evaluation Question: 1. What are the effects of participation in CL on the achievement of African-American (AA) students? A. Quasi-experimental design: Due to the insufficient sample size and unique nature of the high school (n = 1), the quasi-experimental analysis will be conducted with the elementary (n = 21 schools) and middle (n = 2) school samples only. A descriptive examination (see below) of test scores for the high school will also be conducted to determine trends and patterns at that site. Specifically, the quasi-experimental design will compare CL elementary and middle schools to other schools in the district, most likely by multiple-regression analyses in which the dependent variable is posttest (2004-05) scores (Arkansas Benchmarks in grades 3-8, and Iowa Test of Basic Skills in grades K-8) and covariates are pretest (pre-program) test scores, gender, ethnicity, and SES. Pretests: Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) (for grades K-8), Arkansas Benchmarks (for grades 4-8) Posttests: 2004-05 ITBS Reading and Math Subtests (for grades 1-8); Arkansas Benchmarks (for grades 3-8). B. Descriptive design: For the one high school using CL,. whole-grade pretest and posttest means on Arkansas Benchmarks, ITBS, Grade 11 Literacy Exam, and Algebra I and Geometry End-of-Course (EoC) exams will be compared to district norms. The purpose will be to assess absolute and relative performance as possible correlates of CL implementation. Supplemental (Qualitative/Step 2) Evaluation Questions: 1. What are the quality, nature, and level of implementation of CL at the 24 schools implementing the program in 2004-05? Phone interviews will be conducted with (a) the LRSD CL Coordinator and (b) a sample of IO school Technology Specialists (the I high school, the 2 middle schools, and a random sample of 7/21 elementary schools). All teachers at the 24 schools will be surveyed so that site-specific data regarding implementation will be available. Observations of CL laboratory sessions will be conducted at a sample of JO schools (the I high school, the 2 middle schools, and 7 of 21 elementary schools). At half of the observed schools (n = 5), a brief (20-minute) student focus group (n = 5 to 7 students) will be conducted to ascertain students' perspectives on their experiences in using CL (nature of activities, usefulness, enjoyment, etc. ). 2. What is the level of participation in CL by AA students relative to other ethnic groups at the schools involved? Page 10 of 18 Student records/archival data for 2003-04 and 2004-05 will be analyzed. 3. What are the perceptions of teachers and Technology Specialists regarding CL program implementation, impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? This question will be addressed via the Technology Specialist Interview and closed-ended and open-ended items on the CL Teacher Survey. 4. What are the perceptions of parents/guardians of CL students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? A CL Parent survey will be conducted to address this question via a questionnaire including closed- and open-ended items. Page 11 of 18 Summary of CL Instruments and Participants by Evaluation Question Evaluation Question Particioants Data Sources Primarv Question 1. What are the effects of  Students at 23 CL  ITBS as pretest for Grades K-9 participation in CL on the elementary and middle  Arkansas Benchmarks as posttest achievement of AA students? schools and comparison for 3-8) schools  2004-05 ITBS Reading and Math  Whole grade-level means subtests (grades 1-9 posttests) at the CL high school.  2004-05 Grade 11 Literacy Exam ( as posttest)  2004-05 Algebra I and Geometry EoC Exams (as posttest) Steo 2 Questions 1. What are the quality,  All CL school teachers  CL Teacher Survey (faculty nature, and level of  10 Technology Specialists meeting) implementation of CL at the (1 high school, 2 middle  Technology Specialist Phone 21 schools implementing the schools, and 7 randomly Interview program in 2004-05? selected elementary  District CL Program Coordinator schools) Phone Interview  District CL Program  Two-hour CL Laboratory Coordinator Observations (10 schools: 1 high  5 student focus groups ( 1 school, 2 middle schools, 7 high school, 1 middle randomly selected elementary school, 3 elementary schools) schools)  20-min. Student Focus Groups (n = 5-7 students), one each at 5 of the IO observation schools 2. Whatisthelevelof  All CL schools  School records/archival data participation in CL by AA students relative to other ethnic groups at the schools concerned? 3. What are the perceptions of  All CL school teachers  CL Teacher Survey teachers and Technology  10 Technology Specialists  Technology Specialist Interview Specialists regarding CL program implementation, impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 4. What are the perceptions of  Parents of CL students  CL Parent Survey parents/guardians of CL students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? Page 12 of 18 Smart/Thrive Programs Program Description The Smart/Thrive (Sff) program was designed as an intervention for 8th - and 9th -grade AfricanAmerican students who are lacking the knowledge, skills, and/or confidence required for success in Algebra I. S/T currently (2004-2005) engages approximately 10 percent of the total AfricanAmerican student population enrolled in Algebra I classes. During the 2003-2004 academic year, 264 students participated, studying pre-algebra for two weeks during the summer (Smart Program) and 10 Saturdays across the school year (Thrive Program). Various local grants have funded this program since 1999. Currently, SIT serves students from all eight LRSD middle schools: Percent Percent African- Free/Reduced Number of Number of American Lunch Middle Schools Teachers Students Students Students Cloverdale 59 682 82 86 Dunbar 58 747 61 57 Forest Heights 59 688 77 62 Henderson 60 630 82 70 Mablevale 57 634 81 75 Mann 64 873 52 37 Pulaski Heights 57 708 57 47 Southwest 55 493 94 87 srr Evaluation Questions and Design A mixed-methods design will be employed to address the research questions as follows: Primary Evaluation Question: 1. Have the srr programs been effective in improving and remediating the academic achievement of African-American (AA) students?  A treatment (2 levels)-control student, pretest-posttest design will control for pretest, gender, ethnicity, and SES. Three types of Algebra I students will be compared depending on their program enrollment: 1. No program 11. Smart program only 111. Both Smart and Thrive programs  Pretests: 2002-2003 and 2003-2004 6th and 8th grade Benchmark tests. Page 13 of 18  Posttests: 2004-05 (ITBS) Math Subtests; Algebra I EoC Supplemental (Qualitative/Step 2) Evaluation Questions: 1. What is the level of participation in Smart and Thrive by AA students? Student records/archival data of 2003-04 and 2004-05 will be analyzed. In addition to descriptive information, levels of participation will be gathered as a potential variable for the student achievement analyses. 2. What instructional strategies are used during the tutoring sessions? Approximately five random observation visits will be conducted during the Saturday Thrive Program sessions in 2005. 3. What are the perceptions of SIT Tutors regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? A questionnaire will be administered to SIT Tutors. 4. What are the perceptions of Algebra I teachers regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? A questionnaire will be administered to Algebra I teachers. 5. What are the perceptions of participating students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses of SIT? A questionnaire will be administered to student participants. A sample of them will also be selected to participate in approximately 3 - 5 student focus groups, each comprised of approximately 5 students. 6. What are the perceptions of parents/ guardians of SIT students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? An SIT parent survey will be conducted to address this question via a questionnaire including closed- and open-ended items. Page 14 of 18 Summary of Sff Data Sources and Participants by Evaluation Question Evaluation Question Participants Data Sources Primary Question 1. What are the effects of  All 8th and 9th grade  2003-2004 benchmark participation in the Smart Algebra I students  2004-05 ITBS Math and/or Thrive Programs on subtests; Algebra I EoC AA student achievement? Suoolemental Questions I. What is the level of  All program participants  School records/archival participation in Smart and data Thrive bv AA students? 2. What instructional  SIT teachers and students  Observations of tutoring strategies are used during the sessions tutoring sessions? 3. What are the perceptions of  All SIT Tutors  SIT Tutor Questionnaire SIT Tutors regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 4. What are the perceptions of  All Algebra I teachers  Algebra I Teacher Algebra I teachers regarding Questionnaire program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 5. What are the perceptions of  Program participants  SIT Student Questionnaire participating students  Focus Groups regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 6. What are the perceptions of  Parents of SIT students  SIT Parent Questionnaire parents/guardians of SIT students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? Page 15 of 18 Year-Round Education Programs Program Description Year-Round Education (YRE) rearranges instruction and vacations so that they occur throughout the year, for more continuous learning and frequent breaks. YRE has emerged nationally as a way to educate all students better, regardless of ethnic backgrounds, social strata, or academic performance. LRSD's design is a single-track, 45-10 calendar where all students and teachers in the school are in class or on vacation at the same time. (The \"45-1 O\" means 45 days in a quarter, then IO days of intersession/vacation. Intersession is a five-day program and attendance 1s voluntary.) Currently, five elementary schools are implementing YRE: Percent of Percent Students Eligible for Elementary Number of Number of African- Free/Reduced Schools Teachers Students American Lunches Cloverdale 26 360 77 89 Mablevale 25 257 80 88 Mitchell 22 156 96 92 Stephens 39 499 95 90 Woodruff 21 235 91 86 YRE Evaluation Questions and Design Primary Evaluation Question: I. Has the Year-Round Education (YRE) Program effectively improved and remediated the academic achievement of African-American (AA) students? Whole-school sample: In a treatment vs. control school, pretest vs. posttest design, the analysis will control for pretest scores, gender, ethnicity, and family income (eligibility for free or reduced lunch program). Subsample: Within each YRE school, evaluators will compare achievement gains of students who participate in intersession to predicted gains (based on category of school, pretest scores, gender, ethnicity, and family income). Supplemental (Qualitative/Step 2) Evaluation Questions: 1. What are the quality and level of implementation of intersession instructional strategies? 2. What are the quality and level of implementation of instructional strategies during regular session? Page 16 of 18 I  Evaluators will interview YRE teachers by phone and observe YRE classrooms (during both the regular session and intersession). 3. What is the level of participation in YRE Programs by AA students relative to other ethnic groups at the school? Student records/archival data for 2003-04 and 2004-05 will be analyzed. 4. What are the perceptions of YRE teachers regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? The YRE teacher interview and the YRE teacher survey will address this question via both closed- and open-ended items. 5. What are the perceptions of participating students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? Evaluators will administer a survey to YRE program participants. 6. What are the perceptions of parents/guardians of YRE students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? A Parent survey will address this question via a questionnaire including both closed- and open-ended items. Page 17 of 18 ... Summary of YRE Data Sources and Participants by Evaluation Question Evaluation Question Participants Data Sources Primary Question: 1. What are the effects of YRE All grades at YRE schools and other Benchmark and ITBS participation on achievement of AA elementary schools. Year Round students? Education intersession student participants within above samples. Suoo/emental (Step 2) Questions: 1. What are the quality and level All YRE teachers Teacher phone of implementation of intersession interview instructional strategies? 2. What are the quality and level of Selected teachers and students Classroom observations implementation of instructional strategies during regular session? 3. What is the level of All YRE schools School records/archival participation in YRE Programs by data AA students relative to other ethnic groups? 4. What are the perceptions of All YRE teachers YRE teacher interview Year Round Education teachers and survey regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 5. What are the perceptions of YRE students grades 4 and 5 YRE student survey participating students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? 6. What are the perceptions of Parents of YRE students YRE parent survey parents/guardians of YRE students regarding program impacts, strengths, and weaknesses? Page 18 of 18 I  I I I I I I I I I I I I I FILED U.S. O!ST'\u0026lt;iCT COURT EASTERN DiSTi'\u0026lt;1CT ARKANSAS MAR 1 8 2005 UPDATE OF DISCIPLINE SANCTIONS AND J~~ES W. McC8KMACK, CLERK COMPENSATORY PROGRAMS AIMED AT DROPO~ PREVENTION '.)::? c~::R.t\u0026lt; IN THE NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT March 18, 2005 Office of Desegregation Monitoring United States District Court Little Rock, Arkansas Margie L. Powell Monitor Arkansas DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 4 STATE CAPITOL MALL , unu: ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201-1071 , (501) 682-4475  http://arkedu.state.ar.us Dr. Kenneth James, Director of Education March 31, 2005 Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes, Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72?03-1510 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 RE: Little Rock School District v. Pulaski County Special School District, et al. US. District Court No. 4:82-CV-866 WRW Dear Gentlemen: Per an agreement with the Attorney General's Office, I am filing the Arkansas Department of Education's Project Management Tool for the month of March 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. Sincerely, _g~~ General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: Mark Hagemeier ATE BOARD OF EDUCATION: Chair - JoNell Caldwell, Little Rock  Vice Chair - Jeanna Westmoreland, Arkadelphia Members: Sherry Burrow, Jonesboro  Shelby Hillman, Carlisle  Calvin King, Marianna  Randy Lawson, Bentonville MaryJane Rebick, Little Rock  Diane Tatum, Pine Bluff  Naccaman Williams, Johnson An Equal Opportunity Employer UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V. No. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF FILING In accordance with the Court's Order of December 10, 1993, the Arkansas Department of Education hereby gives notice of the filing of the ADE's Project Management Tool for March 2005. Respectfully Submitted, ScottSmitir,13ar # 92251 General Counsel, Arkansas Department of Education #4 Capitol Mall, Room 404-A Little Rock, AR 72201 501-682-4227 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Scott Smith, certify that on March 31 , 2005, I caused the foregoing document to be served by depositing a copy in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to each of the following: Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Wright, Lindsey \u0026amp; Jennings 200 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1 723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes Wagoner? Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon P. 0. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-15 l 0 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Mr. Stephen W. 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