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In discussing his formative years, Delany offers information about race relations in the segregated South, his family's history dating back to the colonial era, and his family's interactions with an African American \"who's who. \" After finishing high school, Delany stayed in Raleigh for a few years, working as a garbage man and as a lifeguard. Because of the lack of economic opportunities, Delany moved to New York in 1942, where he lived in Harlem. Delany remained in New York for nearly sixty years before resettling in Raleigh. In New York, he worked briefly in a factory before establishing a career as a funeral director. Having spent considerable time in both the North and the South over the course of the twentieth century, Delany draws comparisons between the nature of segregation and race relations in both regions. 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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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza  124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 RECEIVED Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. M. Samuel Jones III AUG - 1 2005 OFFICE OF DESEGREGATION MONI.TORING Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 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 July 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. SJ~Q~~ ~Sm~ General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: Mark Hagemeier To: Return Keep or Toss D [ Post-ii\" 7668 c:JM 1993 -------------- ST ATE BOARD OF EDUCATION: Chair - Dr. Jeanna Westmoreland, Arkadelphia Vice Chair - Diane Tatum, Pine Buff Members:* Sherry Burrow, Jonesboro  Shelby Hillman, Carlisle *Calvin King, Marianna Randy Lawson, Bentonville *Mary Jane Rebick, Little Rock *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 July 2005. Respectfully Submitted, J~1hl 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 July 29, 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. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol, Suite 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 _/2 n'll \u0026amp; dl~ Scott Smith 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 July 31, 2005 a don the information available at June 30, 2005, the ADE calculated the State foundation f:unding for FY Q.4/05, .subiect 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. I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) B. Include all Magnet students in the resident District's average daily membership for calculation. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 31, 2005 ~ on Ule information available at Jun.e 30, 2005, the ADE calculated fqr f..X 0~05, ~ubj~ct to perio_dic adjustments_. C. Process and distribute State MFPA. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of July 31, 2005 0 June~. 20Q.5 di~tributions of ~tate Foundation Fungmg fo f ~w LRSD\nAJleZ~ NL.RSD - $33,304, 168 ~~~~J2.li [he allotments of State Foundation Funding calculated for FY 04/05 at June 30, ,oos, .subj...c.1.19..P-eriodi adjustments, wer~ as foJ!ows: L SO -:.i,65,Q82,694 NLB_SD . $33,30,t168 l.?\u0026amp;Q  5~~~Lru 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 July 31, 2005 Based Qfl th  forma ion available, the ADE calculated at June 30, 2005 for fY ~. s b.i ic adj4.stmeo1s. 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 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) E. Desegregation Staff Attorney reports the Magnet Operational Charge to the Fiscal Services Office. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 31, 2005  av~i!9ble e . E calgJlat,~d at Jun..~jj)_,,2Q.QgJQf.E.Y. :\n,'-',\n== ic djl!S 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 LRSD based upon the Magnet Operational Charge. G. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of July 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 LRSD on November 10, 2004. '=-\"\"~~-  'qp available,Jl)e ADE calcul~t~d at Ju Y  ic,.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 July 31, 2005 P.isi,riQY.llQDs~for fY 04/05 at June 30, 2005, totaled $13,~ZZ,904. AllotmeDt ~ElQ...{gr . IS)5 was $13,977,904 subject to periodic agjustme.0ts. H. 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 July 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 July 31, 2005 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 July 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 July 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. In March 2005, General Finance was notified to pay the second 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 July 31, 2005 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 fo~ 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 In March 2005, General Finance made the second one-third payment to the Districts for their FY 04/05 transportation budget. The budget is now paid out in three equal installments. At March 2005, the following had been paid for FY 04/05: LRSD - $2,650,087.34 NLRSD - $550,666.66 PCSSD - $1,690,442.44 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 July 31, 2005 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 July 31, 2005 (Continued) In August 1997, the ADE transportation coordinator reviewed each district's Magnet and M-to-M transportation costs for FY 96/97. In July 1998, each district was asked to submit an 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-M 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 2. Ongoing, as stated in Exhibit A of the Implementation Plan. Actual as of July 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 July 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 have 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 July 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 buses 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. 2005, Q bjd for 16 ew M\u0026amp;gnetpnd M-to-M_buses was aw?rde to ard ra.IlportatiQn S!3   uses fpr the LBSD i11ctuq~ ~ - 65, assen e uses for 53 150. ...es tqr t)le NLRSD irfo_ly_q_e 1 .00 ebge( b~s for J53,150,.Q.O . J  lude 6 - .(}5,passeng_er busesJor.~$53,:Jfil).00 ea~h._The.J.Q.~~ITIQ.Ynt  I ,5,.,00, 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 July 31, 2005 Obligation fulfilled in FY 96/97. 8 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. 1. Projected Ending Date Payment due date and ending July 1, 1995. 2. Actual as of July 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 July 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 July 31, 2005 The LRSD received $3,000,000 on September 10, 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 July 31, 2005 Obligation fulfilled in FY 95/96. 9 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) 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. 2. Actual as of July 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 July 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. 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. 10 I. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) V. Process and distribute payments for Office of Desegregation Monitoring. 1. Projected Ending Date Not applicable. 2. Actual as of July 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. 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 July 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 July 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 Monitoring 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 July 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, technical 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 visits. 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 July 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. 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 July 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. 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 July 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 Group 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 July 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 10, 2002 at 1 :30 p.m. in room 201-A at the ADE. The quarterly Implementation Phase Working Group meeting was rescheduled from October 10. 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 10, 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 July 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 Desegregation 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 Desegregation 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 July 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. On May 3, 2005, 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 PCSSD has petitioned to be released from some desegregation monitoring. There was discussion in the last legislative session that suggested all three districts in Pulaski County should seek unitary status. Legislators also discussed the possibility of having two school districts in Pulaski County instead of three. An Act was passed by the Legislature to conduct a feasability study of having only a north school district and a south school district in Pulaski County. Removing Jacksonville from the PCSSD is also being studied. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for July 7, 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 July 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 July 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 July 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section IV.E. of this report. B. 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 July 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed 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 July 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 July 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 July 31, 2005 A committee within the ADE was formed in May 1995 to review and collect data on existing legislation and regulations identified by 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 81st 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 July 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 November 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 July 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 desegregation. 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 July 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. 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 10, 2001 in Conference Room 204-B 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-B 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 July 3.1, 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 July 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 July 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 July 31, 2005 Ongoing D. Through regularoversight 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 AD E's actions, the Board of Education will act on its commitment to the principles of the Settlement Agreement. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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 format. 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 19,96, 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 ManagementTool, 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 July 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 July 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 ADE'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 July 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 .e 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 July 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 ADE 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 ProjectManagementTool, 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 July 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. 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 July 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 10, 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. On October 9, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of September. 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 July 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. 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 10, 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 July 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 month of December. On February 10, 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 July 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. 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, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the months of November and December. On February 14, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of January. On March 14, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of February. On April 11, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of March. On May 9, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of April. 38 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 July 31, 2005 (Continued) On June 13, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of May. 39 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 July 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. 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 July 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. 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. 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 July 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 for the 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. 42 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 July 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 Magnet 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 July 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 43 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) C. D. Through the ERIC system, conduct a literature search for research evaluating compensatory education programs. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 31, 2005 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. 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 July 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 July 31, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section VI.F. of this report. 44 - VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of July 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 and 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. 45 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 31 , 2005 (Continued) On March 6-9, 1997, three members of the AD E'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 T earn 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. 46 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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. 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. 47 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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 (ACT MP). On June 18, 1999, a workshop was presented to administrators of the NLRSD. The workshop detailed the Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment and Accountability Program (ACT MP). On August 16, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement and the components of the new ACT MP 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 MP 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 MP 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 ACT MP 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 MP 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 ACT MP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. However, Southwest Middle School administrators had a need to reschedule, therefore the workshop will be rescheduled. 48 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 31, 2005 (Continued) On January 10, 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 ACT AAP 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. 49 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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. 50 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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. 51 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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. 52 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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 LEP 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. 53 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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 for 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 held 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. 54 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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's 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. 55 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued} F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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 Checklist 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. 56 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 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 curriculum, assessment and instruction workshop with Bena Kallick presenting. 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. 57 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of July 31, 2005 (Continued) The Twenty-First Annual Curriculum and Instruction Conference, co-sponsored by the Arkansas Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development and the Arkansas Department of Education, will be held June 24-26, 2002, at the Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs, Arkansas. \"Ignite Your Enthusiasm for Learning\" is the theme for this year's conference, which will feature educational consultant, Dr. Debbie Silver, as well as other very knowledgeable presenters. Additionally, there will be small group sessions on Curriculum Alignment, North Central Accreditation, Section 504, Building Level Assessment, Administrator Standards, Data Disaggregation, and National Board. The Educational Accountability Unit of the ADE hosted a workshop entitled \"Strategies for Increasing Achievement on the ACT MP Benchmark Examination\" on June 13-14, 2002 at the Agora Center in Conway. The workshop was presented for schools in which 100% of students scored below the proficient level on one or more parts of the most recent Benchmark Examination. The agenda included presentations on \"The Plan-Do-Check-Act Instructional Cycle\" by the nationally known speaker Pat Davenport. ADE personnel provided an explanation of the MPH point program. Presentations were made by Math and Literacy Specialists. Dr. Charity Smith, Assistant Director for Accountability, gave a presentation about ACTMP. Break out sessions were held, in which school districts with high scores on the MPH point program offered strategies and insights into increasing student achievement. The NLRSD, LRSD, and PCSSD were invited to attend. The NLRSD attended the workshop. The Smart Start Summer Conference took place on July 8-9, 2002, at the Little Rock Statehouse Convention Center and Peabody Hotel. The Smart Start Initiative focuses on improving reading and mathematics achievement for all students in Grades K-4. The event included remarks by Ray Simon, Director of the ADE. After comments by the Director, Bena Kallick presented the keynote address \"Beyond Mapping: Essential Questions, Assessment, Higher Order Thinking\". This was followed by a series of breakout sessions on best classroom practices. On the second day, Vivian Moore gave the keynote address \"Overcoming Obstacles: Avenues for Student Success\". Krista Underwood gave the presentation \"Put Reading First in Arkansas\". This was followed by a series of breakout sessions on best classroom practices. 58 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. 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UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT v. No. LR-C-82-866 PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al. MOTION TO REMOVE COUNSEL FROM CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE LISTING RECEIVED JUL -8 2005 OFFICEDF DESEGREGATION MONITORING PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS Separate Defendants State of Arkansas and the Arkansas Department of Education, by and through their attorneys, Attorney General Mike Beebe and Senior Assistant Attorney General Timothy G. Gauger, for their Motion request that the Clerk remove the following attorneys from the certificate of service list based upon the following: 1. Chief Deputy Attorney General Dennis R. Hansen and Assistant Attorney General Colette D. Honorable are no longer assigned to this case. 2. Attorneys Sammye L. Taylor and Tim C. Humphries are no longer employed with the Office of the Attorney General. WHEREFORE, Defendants State of Arkansas and Arkansas Department of Education request that Dennis R. Hansen, Colette Dodson Honorable, Sammye L. Taylor, and Tim C. Humphries, be removed from the certificate of service listing in this case for judicial economy. Defendants request that the Court and parties direct all future services and correspondence to Mark A. Hagemeier, Assistant Attorney General. By: Respectfully Submitted, MIKE BEEBE Attorney General I Timothy G. Gauger, Bar Number 95019 Attorneys for Defendants State of Arkansas and Arkansas Department of Education Arkansas Attorney General's Office 323 Center Street, Suite 1100 Little Rock, AR 72201 E-mail: Tim.Gauger@arkansasag.gov CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I hereby certify that on July 7, 2005, I presented the foregoing to the Clerk of Court for filing and uploading to the CM/ECF system, which shall send notification of such filing to the following: hwallen@allenlawfirmpc.com, njjackson@allenlawfirmpc.com mbumette@mbbwi.com scurry@aristotle.net fedley l@alltel.net mark.hagemeier@arkansasag.gov hell er@fec.net, brendak@fee.net sjones@mwsgw.com., aoverton@mwsgw.com sjones@jlj .com, padams@jlj.com laveyandburnett@laveyandbumett.com, jsmith@laveyandbumett.com rroachell@aol.com, schoollaw@msn.com btrice@hfc-law.com, ajegley@hfc-law.com j ohnwalkeratty@aol.com, lorap 72297@aol.com, j springer@gabrielmail.com 2 I hereby certify that on July 7, 2005, I mailed the document by United States Postal Service to the following non CM/ECF participants: Clayton R. Blackstock Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes, Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon, PLLC 1010 West Third Street P.O. Box 1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Will Bond Bond \u0026amp; Chamberlin 602 West Main Street Jacksonville, AR 72076 Norman J. Chachkin NAACP Legal Defense \u0026amp; Educational Fund, Inc. 99 Hudson Street Suite 1600 New York, NY 10013 Franklin A. Davis 625 Northwind Circle Conway, AR 72032-3477 Nelwyn L. Davis Attorney at Law 5 Bridle Court Little Rock, AR 72227 P.A. Hollingsworth Hollingsworth Law Firm, P.A. Main Place Building 415 Main Street Little Rock, AR 72201-3801 James M. Llewellyn, Jr. Thompson \u0026amp; Llewellyn, P.A. 412 South Eighteenth Street P.O. Box 818 Fort Smith, AR 72902-0818 Robert C. Lowery Lowry Law Firm 9000 Rodney Parham Road Little Rock, AR 72205 3 - Phillip K. Lyon Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones, P.A. TCBYTower 425 West Capitol Avenue Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201-3472 Jerry L. Malone Office of Chief Financial Officer 4023 Emerald Lane Suite A Bowie,MD 20716 Aubrey McCutcheon Attorney at Law Fisher Building Suite 2606 Detroit, MI 48202 Joseph Steven Mowery Stephens, Inc. 111 Center Street, Suite 2300 P.O. Box 3507 Little Rock, AR 72203-3507 Officer of Desegregation Monitor One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Walter A. Paulson, II Entergy Services, Inc. 639 Loyola Avenue Post Office Box 61000 New Orleans, LA 70161-1000 Samuel A. Perroni Perroni, James \u0026amp; House, P.A. 801 West Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201-2103 4 David Carl Schoen Arkansas Municipal League P.O. Box 38 North Little Rock, AR 72115-0038 Otis H. Storey, III Entergy Services, Inc., 425 West Capitol Avenue P.O. Box 551 Little Rock, AR 72203 Sharon Carden Streett Streett Law Offices P.O. Box 250418 Little Rock, AR 72225-0418 William P. Thomson Thompson \u0026amp; Llewellyn, P.A. 412 South Eighteenth Street P.O. Box 818 Fort Smith, AR 72902-0818 Kenneth G. Torrence 1 721 Abigail Street Little Rock, AR 72204 Elizabeth Boyter Turner Attorney at Law 21500 Reynard Lane Little Rock, AR 72210 Larry D. Vaught Arkansas Court of Appeals Justice Building 625 Marshall Little Rock, AR 72201 Horace A. Walker Attorney at Law 518 Pyramid Place Second \u0026amp; Center Streets Little Rock, AR 72201 5 Michael K. Wilson Bond \u0026amp; Chamberlin 602 West Main Street Jacksonville, AR 72076 By: Timothy G. Gauger, ~ey General Bar Number 95019 Attorneys for Defendants State of Arkansas and Arkansas Department of Education Arkansas Attorney General's Office 323 Center Street, Suite 1100 Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 682-2007 E-mail: Timothy.Gauger@arkansasag.gov 6  IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT V. NO. 4:82CV00866WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. I, ET AL. . MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL. KATHERINE KNIGHT, ET AL. MOTION FOR APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY PORT ABLE BUILDINGS PCSSD for its motion states: 1 RECEIVED JUL 2 6 2005 OFRCEOF DESEGREGATION MONITORING PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTER VEN ORS INTER VEN ORS I. Attached as Exhibit A is a memorandum from the Assistant Superintendent for Leaming Services explaining and justifying the need for one portable at Robinson Middle School, one portable at Robinson High School and two portables at Jacksonville High School. . By way of explanation, the \"old gym\" at Robinson is being reclaimed by its actual owner having i been on loan to the District for decades. 2. , Exhibit A also explains the need on a temporary basis for one portable at Baker Elementary School and one portable Pine Forest Elementary School. l ' 3.  For the reasons set forth in Exhibit A, the PCS SD prays for an order of this Court approving the use of portable buildings for the uses and durations explained therein. 1 It should be noted that nothing in Plan 2000 or any operative orders of this Court address the issue of portable buildings one way or the other. As a general proposition, the PCSSD eschews the use of portables except for non classroom settings of when their use is unavoidable. Desegregation plans previous to Plan 2000 placed considerable restrictions upon the use of portable buildings but that language is no longer operative. However, the PCS SD has historically sought permission of the Court for the use of portable buildings, even on a temporary basis. Hence this motion. Respectfully submitted, MITCHELL, WILLIAMS, SELIG, GATES \u0026amp; WOODY ARD, P.L.L.C. 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 (501) 688-8800 FAX: (501) 688-8807 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE . I hereby certify that on July 25, 2005, I electronically filed the foregoing with the Clerk of Court using the CM/ECF system, which shall send notification of such filing to the following:  Mark Terry Burnette mburnette@mbbwi.com  John Clayburn Fendley, Jr fendley1@alltel.net  Mark Arnold Hagemeier mark. hagemeier@ag .state .ar. us  Christopher J. Heller heller@fec.net brendak@fec.net;tmiller@fec.net  M. Samuel Jones, Ill sjones@mwsgw.com aoverton@mwsgw.com  Stephen W. Jones sjones@jlj.com barbie.mcadams@jlj.com;kate.jones@jlj .com  John W. Walker johnwalkeratty@aol.com lo rap 72297@aol.com ;jspringer@gabrielmail.com l certify that on July 25, 2005, I mailed the foregoing document and a copy of the Notice - of Electronic Filing (NEF) by United States Postal Service to the following non CM/ECF participants: 2 Clayton R. Blackstock Mitchell, Blackstock, Barnes, Wagoner, Ivers \u0026amp; Sneddon, PLLC 1010 West Third Street Post Office Box  1510 Little Rock, AR 72203-1510 Office of Desegregation Monitor One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol Suitel895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Robert Pressman 22 Locust A venue Lexington, Massachusetts 021 73 Judge J. Thomas Ray U.S. District Courthouse 600 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 149 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Atto for Pulaski nty Special School District ITCHELL, WILLIAMS, SELIG, GATES \u0026amp; WOODY ARD, P.L.L.C. 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 (501) 688-8800 FAX: (501) 688-8807 E-Mail: sjones@mwsgw.com 3 TO: FROM: DATE: RE: PCSSD Cabinet Marvin H. Jeter, ill, Assistant Superintendent for Le2rning Se.-vices 15 July 05 Rationale for requesting portable buildings Robinson Muldle School -1 Portable As we will be losing the old gym at Robinson, there is a need to have a portable for students to be used as changing rooms until the new gym is completed and ready for usage in August 2006. Robinson High School -1 Portable The enrollment during the 2004-2005 school year was 674, and the projected enrollment at Robinson is 690 students which is over-enrolled for the building capacity. Therefore, we need pennission to continue the usage of the portable that is located there until such tim.e as additional classrooms can be built. Jacksonville High School - 2 Portables Several weeks ago, I was asked to prepare this recommendation regarding the placement of portables at JackSOnville High School, so I have copied it to this document. I do have sonic concerns based upon the conversations over the transition of ninth grade to the high school campus. In the town meetings and in related conversations, the community expressed their strong desire to keep the ninth grade as separate as possible for safety, focus, and support. After reviewing and discussing some of the recent data on high school reform, Dr. Henderson and I agreed that this would be best. He instructed us to figure it out. When we considered the estimate of 300 ninth .grade studentsrwe projected.thata:ll:)inimum of eight classrooms would be needed according.to the follovving arrangement: 2 rooms for Ninth Grade Language Arts - English I 2 rooms for Ninth Grade Mathematics - Algebra I or Intermediate Algebra A 2 rooms for Ninth Grade Social Studies - 2 rooms for Ninth Grade Strategies for Success The advanced classes, science classes, and electives could be taught in the main building. For this reason, Mr. Clark recommended that we move art to the print shop and establish the K Building as the Ninth Grade Center. Now that we are planning on using the print shop for this pUipose and that building can provide at most four classrooms, Mr. Warren's suggestion to place two portables is the only way to provide the eight classrooms. This would fulfill our district commitment to the Jacksonville community to offer a more separate and protected environment for the ninth grade students. There is a great deal ofresearch and support .from USDE supporting concepts of\"Ninth Grade Academies\" and such designs to offer support as students transition from middle school and acclimate to the high school St-\"tting. Should we decide to provide this design, I recommend that we collect data regarding academic performance and attendance/retention to consider this for our other high school environments. EXHIBIT I Baker Elementary School -1 Portable PCSSD has begun plans for a new Chenal Elementary School which will open in August 2007. The 2004-2005 Baker enrollment was 362. Projected enrollment for 2005-2006 is 380 with 15 on a waiting list. With students on a waiting list to enroll at Baker Elementary, one portable will allow the school to retain as many of these students as possible within the public education system until such time as the new facility opens and allows 800 additional seats in this feeder. Pine Forest Elementary School - 1 Portable It is the strong opinion of the PCS SD Board Representative from the Mawnelle/Oak Grove zone that there is going to be a need for this pqrtable based upon the expected increase in enrollment due to additional neighborhoods in this attendance zone. Therefore, we are requesting permission to delay moving the portable until after the 8th day count so that we have an accurate number of students enrolled.  f1~~ Arkansas ~ = DEPARTMENT OF f:DUCATION 4 STATE CAPITOL MALL  UT11.E IC\u0026gt;a. A1XANSAS 72201-1071  (SC)I) 112-447S  lallp://arkalu.atate.ar.u Dr. Kenneth James, Commissioner of Education July 29, 2005 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. M. Samuel Jones III RECEIVED AUG - 1 2005 OFFICE OF DESEGREGATION MONI.TORlNG Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 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 July 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. s)~~ Q ~ -4dsm~ General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: Mark Hagemeier ST ATE BOARD OF EDUCATION: Chair - Dr. Jeanna Westmoreland, Arkadelphia Vice Chair - Diane Tatum, Pinc Buff Members: Sherry Burrow, Jonesboro Shelby Hillman, Carlisle *Calvin King, Marianna  Randy Lawson, Bentonville *Mary Jane Rebick, Little Rock *Naccaman Williams, Johnson An Equal Opponunity 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 July 2005. Respectfully Submitted, , 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 July 29, 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. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol, Suite 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 Scott Smith 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 July 31, 2005 aasea:,91) .tn~. information availabl~,,~t:.,J.!,JD~{~Q;:~OQ~.Jh~.A,01; cal~!.l.!a.t~.d ~h~_$tate Coia ' dati . ' J. r;:  d'n t : c:-v_, ... Fl . __ Jm\u0026amp;1Y.ll.~ 9 .t P.1. b t !JJn,Aa /.o. ~'1!!,111's.,i.iiw-LeQ =Kto\"~Pc,~ -JJ'o . ._d_i_c,'.a_c fJ u .s.+! l!m, ,e_J 'l.t. s.,'- 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 STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS LITTLE ROCK DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT V. No. 4:82CV00866 WRW/JTR PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, ET AL. MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL. KATHERINE KNIGHT, ET AL. ORDER RECEIVED AUG 11 2005 OFFJCDF DESEGREGATION MONITORING PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS Pending is Pulaski County Special School District's Motion for Approval of Temporary Portable Buildings (Doc. No. 3931 ). No party has objected, and the time for doing so has passed. For good cause shown and because no party has objected, PCSSD's Motion for Approval of Temporary Portable Buildings is GRANTED. IT IS SO ORDERED this 10th day of August, 2005. Isl Wm. R.Wilson Jr. UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DMSION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT V. LR-C-82-866 PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, ET AL MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL KATHERINE KNIGHT, ET AL LRSD'S NOTICE OF FILING OUARTERL Y UPDATE RECEIVED SEP - 6 2005 OFACEOF DESEGREGATION MONlTORING PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS Little Rock School District (\"LRSD\") for its Notice of Filing Quarterly Update dated September 1, 2005 states: 1. The attached document is the fourth 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 Cow:t. 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: ~ ~Jf-. lo r Christopher Heller D 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 31st day of August, 2005: Mr. John W. Walker JOHNW. 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 t Thomas Ray U. S. District Courthouse 600 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 149 Little Rock, AR 72201 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 Little Rock School District (LRSD) QUARTERL Y UPDATE to the Office of Desegregation Monitoring (ODM) and Joshua September 1, 2005 RECEIVED AUG 2 9 2005 QfflCEOf IJESEBREGATION IIOE-LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT, PLAINTIFF V. PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. I ET AL., DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL. , INTERVENORS KATHERINE KNIGHT, ET AL., INTERVENORS . Planning, Research, and Evaluation (PRE) Instructional Resource Center (IRC) Little Rock School District 3001 South Pulaski Little Rock, AR 72206 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DNISION RECEIVED SEP - 6 2DD5 OFFICE OF DESEOREOATION MON!TORJHQ 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 August 2005. Respectfully Submitted, j 04h smit~92251 General Counsel, Arkansas Department of Education #4 Capitol Mall, Room 404-A Little Rock, AR 72201 501-682-4227 -I CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Scott Smith, certify that on August 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. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr;M. SamuelJones,III Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol, Suite 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 s'tttt Smith IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL V. PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL NO. LR-C-82-866 WRW RECEIVED SEP - 6 2005 OFFICE OF PLAINTIFFS DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL INTERVENOR$ KATHERINE W. KNIGHT, ET AL DESEOREOATION MONl10RINO 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 August 31, 2005 Based on the information available at June 30, 2005, the ADE calculated. the State Foundation Funding for FY 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 lastday,,of' each month', August- Jun\u0026amp;. RECEIVED OCT 3 2005 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT DESEGREG=raHITORlHG EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DNISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V. LR-C-82-866 PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, ET AL DEFENDANTS MOTION TO EXTEND TIME For its Motion, Plaintiff Little Rock School District (LRSD) states: 1. In accordance with the June 30, 2004 Compliance Remedy in this case, LRSD has engaged experts to prepare four Step 2 program evaluations for the 2004-05 school year. The progress of those evaluations has been reported to the Court and the parties in quarterly updates filed by LRSD, the most recent of which was filed on August 31, 2005. The evaluations are due to the Court on October 1, 2005. 2. The four Step 2 program evaluations cannot be completed without the results of the benchmark examinations administered by the State of Arkansas for the 2004-05 school year. The benchmark examination results are not yet available and will not be available until October 1 or later. Dr. Steve Ross and Dr. James Catterall, the experts hired by LRSD to conduct the four Step Y program evaluations, estimate that if they receive the benchmark exam results in early October that they would be able to deliver completed program evaluations by early January 2006. Letters from Dr. Ross and Dr. Catterall explaining the need for more time are attached to this Motion. 3. The requested extension of time is necessary to ensure the delivery ofuseful program evaluations which will fulfill the purposes of the compliance remedy. The requested extension of time will not delay any decisions about whether to continue, expand, modify or discontinue programs. Those decisions will be made in the Spring and will be effective for the 2006-07 school year. 4. LRSD has attempted to contact the Joshua Intervenors to secure their agreement to the requested extension of time, but has not yet received a response. WHEREFORE, for the reasons set forth above and in the attached letters fromDr. Ross and Dr. Catterall, Plaintiff Little Rock School District requests an extension of the time within which it must file four Step 2 program evaluations for the 2004-05 school year to and including Monday, J an~ary 16, 2006. Respectfully submitted, LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT FRIDAY, ELDREDGE \u0026amp; CLARK 2000 Regions Bank Bldg. 400 West Capitol A venue Little Rock, AR 72201 501/376-2011 /s/ Christopher Heller 2 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I certify that on September 29, 2005, I have electronically filed the foregoing with the Clerk of the Court using the CM/ECF system, which shall send notification of such filing to the following: mark.hagemeier@ag.state.ar. us sjones/@mwsgw.com sjones@jlj.com johnwalkeratty@aol.com and I hereby certify that on September 29, 2005, I mailed the document and a copy of the Notice of Electronic Filing (NEF) by United States Postal Service to the following non CM/ECF participants: Judge J. Thomas Ray U. S. District Courthouse 600 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 149 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Gene Jones Office of Desegregation Monitoring 1 Union National Plaza 124 W. Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Clayton Blackstock Mr. Mark Burnett 1010 W. Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201 /s/ Christopher Heller 3 UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES UCLA BERKELEY  DAVIS  IRVINE  LOS ANCEL ES  RIVERSIDE  SAN DIECO  SAN FRANCISCO SANTA BARBARA  SANTA CRUZ Graduate School of Education \u0026amp; Information Studies P.O. Box 951521 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1521 September 26, 2005 Karen DeJarnette, Ph.D. Director, PRE Department Little Rock School District 3001 S. Pulaski Little Rock, AR 77206-2873 Dear Karen: According to Dr. Julian, Assistant Commissioner for the state Department of Education, her agency will receive results of the Benchmark test scores \"around the first of October\", and your experience with release of digitally formatted data indicates that you may not receive data to pass on to me and my research staff until several weeks after the state receives it. At any rate, we do not have data in hand necessary to complete our report on Year-Round Education, certainly not by the present due date of October 1, 2005. Assuming you can deliver correctly formatted data by early November, I can furnish a draft in early December and the final report by early January 2006. This schedule should permit analyzing the data, composing a complete draft, and producing the final report. Anything you can do to confirm the date of data delivery will help our team plan the balance of the work. Sincerely, (e-mailed September 26, 2005 - Signed original sent express) jsc James S. Catterall, Ph.D. Professor Voice: (310) 825-5572 Fax: (310) 206-6293 E-mail: jamesc@gseis.ucla.edu THE UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS September 23, 2005 Dr. Karen DeJarnette Director, PRE Department Little Rock School District 3001 S. Pulaski Little Rock, AR 77206-2873 Dear- Dr. DeJarnette: Center for Research in Educational Policy A Tennessee Center of Excellence 325 Browning Hall Memphis, TN 38152-3340 Office: 901 .678.231 o Toll Free: 866.670.6147 Fax: 901 .678.4257 www.memphis.edu/crep I have been informed that the State of Arkansas will receive student-level Benchmark test scores at the beginning of October this year and release them to the school districts some time after that. I further understand that the digital version, which we need for computer analysis, will be available after the State sends printed versions to the districts. Thus, the data may not be available to my research staff until perhaps late fall. Whatever the actual delivery date, it typically takes us about six to eight weeks to run, verify, and interpret the analyses and then produce the draft report. I am asking you to take this time requirement into account in projecting when our final report could be ready following the release to us of Benchmark data. Given the dates above, we believe a reasonable date for delivery of the final report is early January 2006. Sincerely, Steven M. Ross, Ph.D. Fadree Professor and Director Center for Research in Educational Policy A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution An Equal Opportunity  Affirmative Action Univer~ty UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT V. No. 4:82CV00866-WRW/JTR PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al., MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, et al. KATHERINE KNIGHT, et al. ORDER RECEIVED OCT 3 2005 OFACEOF DESEGREGATION MONf-TORJNG PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS Pending is Little Rock School District's Motion to Extend Time (Doc. No. 3938), the first paragraph of which, reads as follows: In accordance with the June30, 2004 Compliance Remedy in this case, LRSD has engaged experts to prepare four Step 2 program evaluations for the 2004-05 school year. The progress of those evaluations has been reported to the Court and the parties in quarterly updates filed by LRSD, the most recent of which was filed on August 31, 2005. The evaluations are due to the Court on October 1, 2005. For emphasis I note that the above quoted paragraph correctly reflects that the June 30, 2004 order directed (not \"suggested\") that the subject evaluations were to be filed on October 1, 2005 ( actually, the Order directed that the evaluations were to be filed \"no later than October 1, 2005,\" but this is a small point). Late yesterday (at 4:34 p.m., to be specific), September 29, 2005, with one working day left before the October 1 deadline, LRSD filed this Motion to Extend Time. It appears from the other matters set forth in the motion, that LRSD cannot meet the October 1 deadline because of uncompleted tasks. 2004: Before writing anything else I feel compelled to quote my complete order of July 26, Regardless of an appeal, LRSD is required to continue full speed ahead, on all points, with respect to the compliance remedy set forth in the Memorandum Opinion of June 30, 2004 (Doc. No. 3875). As was noted in the June 30 Memo, LRSD is required to do only what it volunteered to do. I assume that I am stating the obvious, but, as folks are wont to say nowadays, I wanted to make sure that we are \"all on the same page.\"1 LRSD's Motion to Extend Time also contains this paragraph: LRSD has attempted to contact the Joshua Intervenors to secure their agreement to the requested extension of time, but has not yet received a response. Since the current motion by LRSD presents a weighty matter (at least my view), it seems that it would be important to have a response from Joshua's lawyers before the deadline passes. - Is it possible that both lawyers ofrecord for Joshua are traveling out of the country sans omnipresent cell phones? If what I have said above has not made it clear, I will now state it plainly-- I am not happy with the Johnny-come-lately motion. These things, among others, are on my mind: 1. How long has LRSD lrnown that they were not going to comply with the Court's direct, specific order? 2. Why was the motion not filed until the 11th hour? 3. Does this last minute filing demonstrate that LRSD is treating the Court's directives with studied neglect? 'Doc. No. 3890 (emphasis in original). 2 4. Is LRSD playing for time in the hope that the Circuit Court of Appeals will reverse, thereby relieving LRSD of what it was plainly obliged to do, regardless of the appeal? 5. Why should a last minute motion like this be granted? LRSD is directed to file a plenary response to each of the above questions by 5 p.m. next Tuesday, October 4, 2005. I note that sixty-nine page Order entered on June 30, 2004 was so long and detailed because LRSD pled that it did not understand exactly what its obligations were under earlier orders. It seems that this detailed order of June 30, 2004 did head off pleas of misunderstanding, but not a last minute motion to avoid its plain obligations, at least until a much later date. A hearing on LRSD's Motion to Extend Time will be set forthwith. The exact nature of that hearing will be determined after I receive LRSD's document in response to this Order (due next Tuesday, October 4, 2005, by 5 p.m.). IT IS SO ORDERED this 30th day of September, 2005. /s/ Wm. R.Wilson,Jr. UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE 3 -~~~ Arkansas ~~ DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ---==---~ HTATCAPITOLMAU.  IJTll.El0CX,;AIJCANSAS 72201-1071  (501)612-4475  bltp://arkcdiutate.ar.aa Dr. Kenneth James, Commissioner or Education September 30, 2005 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 I Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. M. Samuel Jones III 9NfHOl1NOW N0l!V93H93S3O ~o 331JO gooz t: 1:m C3Al303H Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 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 September 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. Sincerely, r , \\JtLIV\\ ~Smith General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: MarkHagemeier RECE-IVE-D OCT 3 2005\" OFFICcOFDESEGREGATION MONlTORING~ STATE.BOARD OffEDUCATION: Chair-Dr: JcaruwWestmoreland: Arkadelphia, Vicc-ChaiL-Dianc:Tatum,.PintBuff. Members: Sherry Burrow, Jonesboro. Shelby Hillmair,,CarlisleCalvinKing; Marianna Randy,Eawson;.Bcntonvill~ *Mary Jane-Rebick, Little:Roclc *Naccaman: Williams, Johnson An Equal Opponunity Em lo er UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION RECEIVED LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT ,otf ,3 :z1aus ~ - ,.,;)i;,r , rJfFF!ffl:(ffl: 11E~~HiAiTIO;{,'Afu!ffm?lflG 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 September 2005. Respectfully Submitted, o C ~o-:lt,~ 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 September 30, 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. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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. 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MONITORING n\u0026gt; .,, i==~ -\u0026lt; C 03: oz :o\u0026gt; O:tl m-\u0026lt; :ti-., :- oCz: on r--\u0026lt; r- 0 nz \u0026gt;r- \"' r- ==.,, m:O r- 0 on om 3: 0 m c: .... ~ 0 rC) 3: C: \u0026gt; ~~ -\u0026lt;m cn\no \"' :ti \u0026gt;. m.,, \"'O .C,,: :-t\u0026lt;i\n-t~ n:o =i~ ~o -c, Oz Zen-\u0026lt; 0 z \"' !D ~ ::!l z m :ti \"z' m 0 C: n \u0026gt; -\u0026lt; 0 z f) :ti m 3: \u0026gt; !:J ~ r-\"' ~~ -\u0026lt; 0 \u0026gt; 3: n :::\nF:. m z \"' I. 11. LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS PRELIMINARY FUNCTIONS A. Call to Order B. Roll Call PROCEDURAL MATTERS A. Welcome to Guests REGULAR MEETING JULY 28, 2005 5:30 P.M. 111. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS: A. Superintendent's Citations B. Partners in Education - New Partnerships C. Remarks from Citizens (persons who have signed up to speak) D. Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association IV. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS: A. Remarks from Board Members B. CARE Program Update C. Student Assignment Report D. Budget Update E. Construction Report: Proposed Bond Projects F. Internal Auditors Report G. Technology Update V. APPROVAL OF ROUTINE MATTERS: A Minutes: Regular Meeting - 06-23-05 Special Meeting - 06-29-05 (,\".). ., i- :,0 rm --\u0026lt; C 03: oz :,a\u0026gt; O::ID m-\u0026lt; :,a.., :- ,oCz: on r- ... ~o \u0026gt;~ rr- ::i\n-,:, m::ID r- 0 (\")(\") om 3: 0 .m.. c: ~ 0 re, 3: c:,. ~::l --\u0026lt;m \"':,0 \"' :,0 .\u0026gt; m.., \u0026lt;no .C...,.: .:\",.0.' ('\")\nij :::\nm -\u0026gt;-'.\"o' - C, Oz_z \"' ... 0 z \"' !JI ~ z~ m :,0 \"z' m 0 C: (\") .\u0026gt;.. 0 z fl :,0 m 3: \u0026gt; ~~ r- \"' .~.. o~ \u0026gt; 3: (\") :::\nN zm \"' Regular Board Meeting July 28, 2005 Page 2 VI. EDUCATIONAL SERVICES A. Handbook for Pre-K / Early Childhood Program VII. SCHOOL SERVICES A. Revision of Policy IJOA Field Trips with Regulations IJOA-R VIII. HUMAN RESOURCES A. Personnel Changes IX. FINANCE \u0026amp; SUPPORT SERVICES A. Second Reading: Policy FA - New Facilities Development Goal B. Consulting Contract Tech Services C. Property Donation - Mabelvale D. Request for Grant Proposal Authority E. Donations of Property F. Financial Report X. CLOSING REMARKS: Superintendent's Report: 1. Dates to Remember 2. Special Functions XI. ADJOURNMENT n )\u0026gt;-., ~~ --\u0026lt; C 03: oz ::a\u0026gt; o::a ,m.,-..\u0026lt;, -c: :o:onz r--\u0026lt; ~~ )\u0026gt;u, r r ~.., rm-0\"' nn om\ni:o m c: .... ~ 0,- C)\ni: C:)\u0026gt; ~ =l --\u0026lt;m U\u0026gt; \"U\u0026gt;' \u0026gt;. m\"..', U\u0026gt;o .C., :.\"..'. ~ U\u0026gt; n:i3 =i m )\u0026gt;O --\u0026lt;0 ofi ZU\u0026gt; .... 0 z U\u0026gt; !\" ~ .\"..'. z m \"U\u0026gt;' z m 0 C: n ~ 0 z PRELIMINARY FUNCTIONS CA.LL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL II. PROCEDURAL MATTERS / WELCOME TO GUESTS Ill. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS A. SUPT. CITATIONS B. PARTNERS IN EDUCATION C. REMARKS FROM CITIZENS 0. LRCTA DATE: TO: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 July 28, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Partners in Education BACKGROUND: The Little Rock School District Partners in Education program is designed to develop strong relationships between the community and our schools. The partnership process encourages businesses, community agencies and private organizations to join with individual schools to enhance and support educational programs. Each partnership utilizes the resources of both the school and the business for their mutual benefit. RATIONALE: The following schools and businesses have completed the requirements necessary to establish a partnership and are actively working together to accomplish their objectives. FUNDING: Not applicable. RECOMMENDATION: We recommend that the board approve the following partnerships: Woodruff Elementary School and EDS Metropolitan Career and Technical Center and Arkansas Baptist Church PREPARED BY: Debbie Milam, ViPS Coordinator \"m'\"m' \"D \"D 00 .\"..'.\"...'. U) U) -n)\u0026gt; ::Oz Oo\nc n CD 0 o\nc \u0026gt; 3: \"'c Oz 3: 0 m\u0026gt; 3: --\u0026lt; ~o :,:,Z U) U) !\" n \u0026gt; \"m' \"D 0 ' C) ~ 3: C \"D 0 \u0026gt; m--\u0026lt; r\u0026gt; U) --\u0026lt; cc  o ccm cZ o--\u0026lt; C) \u0026gt; mu, --\u0026lt; U) cc5 \"DZ 0 3: \u0026gt;m --\u0026lt;z m--\u0026lt; \"m' \"D 0 ::!I rn n 0 z ~ \"' C n --\u0026lt; 0 z \"m' \"D :-\u0026lt; r\u0026gt; \"m' 3: \u0026gt; ~~ ,.... U) \"' -n ~~ \u0026gt;3: n :::\nN m z U) Partners in Education Proposal Woodruff Elementary School and EDS EDS commits to the following partnership activities:  Mentoring  Reading for ViPS Reading Day  A birthday table of treats each month  Student recognition certificates for assemblies  Thanksgiving turkeys for selected families in need  Christmas gifts and food for selected families in need  Career day speakers  Other activities as requested Woodruff Elementary School commits to the following partnership activities:  Student artwork  Acknowledgement of EDS as a Partner in Education  Student performances when feasible  Opportunities for EDS employees to become involved in public education Partnership Between Arkansas Baptist College and Metropolitan Career and Technical Center The Metropolitan Career and Technical Center will: 1. Recognize Arkansas Baptist College as a partner in education on the school's website under the Metropolitan sub link and in the monthly newsletter distributed to parents and students throughout the LRSD district. 2. Recognize Arkansas Baptist College as a partner in education at the next Little Rock School Board Meeting. 3. Display plaque received at Little Rock School Board meeting recognizing the Partnership with Arkansas Baptist College in the central office at Metropolitan Career and Technical Center. 4. Metropolitan Career and Technical Center will identify qualified students who meet the requirements under the articulation agreement and refer them to Arkansas Baptist College and the Criminal Justice Program. 5. Arrange field trips for students and/or parents to tour Arkansas Baptist College. 6. Provide opportunities for Arkansas Baptist College representatives to demonstrate the degree programs relative to Criminal Justice. 7. Provide a display for Arkansas Baptist College to recruit potential student trainees and parents to review during \"Open House\", Parent and Advisory Board Day and Job Fair/College day activities. Arkansas Baptist College will: 1. Provide a representative to serve on the Advisory Council to Metropolitan Career and Technical Center's various articulated programs in order to provide guidance and strategic planning support regarding the enhancement of the school's curriculum, recruitment policies and marketing of programs. 2. Provide technical assistance in the classroom by providing speakers to come to come out and speak on various topics relative to the Criminal Justice field. 3. Provide and opportunity for field trips and visiting the campus. 4. Provide assistance with annual Skills USA Competition in Hot Springs. .:m,:,O m.\n,o, co .::.O..\n.o. enen 'Tl\u0026gt; ::Oz Co 3:n a, 0 o\nr: \u0026gt;\nr: ::0 C: Oz\nr: n m\u0026gt; 3: ... ~6\noZ en en !II (\") \u0026gt; ::0 .m,, ::0 0 c\n) ~ 3: .C,,: 0 .\u0026gt;.. m 0 .e.n. 0 C:  0 ~~ o--\u0026lt; C\u0026gt;\u0026gt; men ... en -C,: ,cz'i 0 3: \u0026gt;m --\u0026lt;z m--\u0026lt; ::0 .m,, 0 ::!l rn (\") 0 z .e.n. ::0 C: .(.\".) 5 z ::0 m ~ 0 ::0 m 3: \u0026gt; ~~ ,-en ~ ~ ...a \u0026gt; 3: (\") :::\nmN z en DATE: July 28, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: CARE Program Final Report- June 2005 BACKGROUND: The CARE Program began on August 25, 1980 with service to 13 schools. The current program serves 1500 of LRSD students in 21 elementary schools. The CARE Program is a non-profit, self-supporting program of child care provided for elementary students and parents of the Little Rock School District. The program operates before and after school and all day on most school holidays. The CARE Program provides a structured program of creative activities and recreation in a nurturing environment. Varied group and independent activities are planned according to the students' ages and interests. BOARD OF DIRECTORS' REQUEST: The LRSD Board of Directors requested information regarding the CARE Program through June 2005. A more detailed report is attached for your review. 2004-05 School Year TOTAL INCOME EXPENDITURES Personnel \u0026amp; Indirect Costs Supplies END OF YEAR BALANCE PREPARED BY: $1 ,513,922.68 1,067,944.35 21 ,561 ,41 424,416.92 Dr. Linda Watson, Senior Director of Student Services Martha Rogers, Coordinator, CARE Program r\u0026gt; en --\u0026lt; C C:  C ~~ c--\u0026lt; c,\u0026gt; men --\u0026lt; en C:Q -oz c\ni: \u0026gt;m --\u0026lt;z m--\u0026lt;\n:o .m.,, 0 ~ !\" C') 0 z en --\u0026lt;\n:o C: C') --\u0026lt; 0z\n:o .m,..,., :n \u0026gt; C: C ::\n0\n:o en\n:o m..,, 0\n:o --\u0026lt; CARE Program End of Year 2004/05 School Year (As of 7-1-05) INCOME: Beginning Balance 2004/05 Registration Fees Monthly/Part-time/Drop In Fees Late Payment Fees $ Holiday/Long Day Fees/Extra Day Fees TOTAL INCOME EXPENDITURES: Personnel: (Payroll through July Summer Payroll) Indirect Costs: (ONCE YEARLY CHARGE) Food Service-Projected Equipment \u0026amp; Repairs Refunds Training Advertising endofyearbudget 2004-05.doc 349,139.71 35,650.00 1,067,442.93 28,875.00 32,815.04 1,513,922.68 920,673.75 9,082.74 120,890.00 6,692.57 5,033.15 964.54 1,666.60 Motion Picture Licensing 1,248.50 OHS Licensing 1,550.00 Miscellaneous: 142.70 SUBTOTAL OF EXPENDITURES 1,067,944.35 Supplies: Consumable: 14,385.75 Postage: 3,637.78 Printing: 3,087.78 SUBTOTAL OF SUPPLIES 21,561.41 TOTAL EXPENDITURES: 1,089,505.76 END OF YEAR BALANCE: 424,416.92 endofyearbudget 2004-05.doc p m--\u0026lt; (\") :,: z ,0- 0 C) -\u0026lt; C: \"C' \u0026gt; m--\u0026lt; ~ \u0026gt;::o . 0\ni:: C: -Z-Z-\u0026lt; c.... :z-mm U\u0026gt;\ni:: \u0026gt; =1 m ::0 u, fl u, cc--\u0026lt;:  C a, m C: z c--\u0026lt; c,\u0026gt; mU\u0026gt; --\u0026lt; u, C: c'i -.,z c\ni:: \u0026gt;m m--\u0026lt;-z\n::0 m \"0 ' ::0 --\u0026lt; rn (\") 0 z u, --\u0026lt; ::0 C: (\") --\u0026lt; 5 z ::0 m ~ :\" \u0026gt; C: C ::. 0 ::0 u, ::0 m \"0 ' ::0 --\u0026lt; PAYROLL TOTALS 2004-2005 I I - -- I MONTH TOTAL SALARY SALARY TEACHER INS PUBLIC FICA FICA BALANCE ADM ' STAFF RETIRE ADM RETIRE ADM STAFF 1 I I - AUGUST $ 11 ,~~.06 $ 9,!0989 $ 1.275.40 I $ 861.03 I $ 673.74 $ 11 ,920.06 SEPT $ 63,146.61 $ 19,406.35 $ 31 ,307 .75 $ 6,731 .63 $ 1,811 .36 $ 85.15 I $ 1,440.94 $ 2,363.43 $ 63,146.61 OCT $ 92,175.:!_? . $ 19,236.91 $ 55,446.90 $ 9,936.13 $ ! ,798.58 $ 124 98 $ 1,519.50 $ 4,112.12 $ 92,175.12 -- NOV 1$ 8I,986.26 $ 17,880.91 $ 53 ,319.79 $ 9,497.80 $ 1,798.58 $ 122.51 $ 1,522.28 $ 3,844 39 $ 87,986 .26 DEC $ 96,158.40 $ 21 ,492.99 $ 56,489.06 $ 10,336.41 $ 1,798.58 $ 161 .97 $ 1,319 07 $ 4,560.32 $ 96,158.40 JAN ,~ 55,513 .96 $ 10,296.47 $ 34,835.48 $ 5,993.49 $ 902.58 $ 83.15 $ 753.24 $ 2,649.55 $ 55,513.96 FEB $ 90,063 .67 $ 17,862.81 , $ 55 ,121 .87 $ 9,653.82 $ 1,805.16 $ 138.04 $ 1,428 09 $ 4,053.88 $ 90,063.67 MAR $ 92,584.82 $ 19,950.92 $ 55,181.03 $ 9,859.I9 $ 1,805 .16 $ 143.56 $ 1,470.98 $ 4,173.38 $ 92,584.82 APRIL $ 9~~?_7 33 $ 20 ,_592.97 $ 60,371 .72 $ 10,596 34 $ 1,805.16 $ 169.17 $ 1,518.50 $ 4,573 47 $ 99,627 33 MAY $ 96,408.14 $ 19,629.88 $ 58,732 .27 $ 10,167.72 $ 1,805.16 $ 182.23 $ 1,445 .01 $ 4,445.87 $ 96,408.14 JUNE $ 108,289.69 $ 20 ,592.81 $ 67 ,563 .70 $ 11 ,521.49 $ 1,805 .16 $ 167.38 $ 1,618.72 $ 5,020.43 $ 108,289.69 JULY $ 26,799.69 $ 20 ,592.99 $ 2,883 04 $ 1,805.16 $ 1,518.50 $ 26,799 69 I TOTAL $ 920,673 .75 $ 216,645 .90 $ 528 ,369 .57 $ 98,453.06 $ 19,801 67 $ 2.896 64 $ 14,710.07 $39,796.84 $ 920,673 Yo Approximate CARE Sito Staff Payroll Projection per School as of May 5, 2005 Totals through July, 2005 Number of Lead Aldeo Lead Aides Number of Aldeo Aldeo Total Staff CARE Sito Per School lveariv salarvl Per School (total veariv salaries\\ Per School Bale 1 $7 837.34 4 $15,795.72 5 Booker 1 $7,572.12 5 $24,067.38 6 Bradv 1 $5,299.06 3 $16 794.30 4 Carver 1 $6,694.58 2 $9930.62 3 Dodd 1 $5 263.46 2 $6 430.64 3 FalrPar1\u0026lt; 1 $5482.40 2 $11612.00 3 Forest Par1\u0026lt; 1 $5,456.00 6 $28,489.80 7 Franklin 1 $5,482.40 1 $5021.38 2 Full\u0026gt;riaht 1 $7,572.12 6 $30,137.06 7 Jefferson 1 $7 837.34 4 $18,048.72 5 Kina 1 $5,206.50 9 $41 ,548.76 10 McOenmott 1 $6,808.50 4 $21 271 .00 5 Meadowdlff 1 $5,790.34 2 $6139.22 3 Otter Creek 1 $7,837.34 2 $7,230.36 3 Pulaski Heklhts 1 $4 288.24 3 $16,851 .26 4 Rocketener 1 $5,206.50 7 $28,688.26 8 Romine 1 $7,572.12 2 $10,822.40 3 Terrv 1 $7,837.34 3 $14,895.00 4 Washlnaton 1 $5,530.46 4 $20 851 .08 5 WestemHlns 1 $5993.26 3 $11 ,920.66 4 Williams 1 $7 837.34 6 $26,821 .38 7 TOTALS 21 $134 402.76 80 $375 367.00 101 Actual AdministraH\"\" -~lrl- 04-05 -~~hnn/ Y-r Administration Suoervisor Coordinator Field Assistant Field Assistant Clerical Bookkeeper Bookkeeoer P\"\"\"\"' Bookk\"\"\"\"r TOTALS CARE Projected Salaries 05-06.xls UIOd3ll SllOllOOI/ -~ 'ld3ll NOll:lOlllSNO:l 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 TOTAL CARE PAYROLL 311/0dn 13oona o lllOd3ll lN31'1NVISSl/ lN3001S :i Total Salariea Total Salarieo for Per School June and Julv $23 633.06 $31 639.50 $22,093.36 $16 625.20 $13 694.10 $17 094.40 $33 945.80 $10 503.78 $37709.18 $25,888.06 $46,755.26 $28 079.50 $11 929.56 $15 067.70 $21 137.50 $33,894.78 $18,394.52 $22,732.34 $26,381.54 $17 913.92 $34 658.72 $509 789.78 $65,166.00 $41 828.00 26106.78 30260.00 26 412.00 32,544.00 22 452.60 $244 771 .39 186132.81 $920,673.75 - S3lnNll'l 'I/ Sll3lll/l'l 3NllNOOll 11 - - - 311/0dn AD010NH:l31 o Last Name First Name dministrative Office Staff Allen She'Ron Conrad Wendy Houchin Veda Moore Cathine Odle Vicki Rogers Martha Westbrook-Walton Annette CARE Staff Class 04-05 CARE Pay 04-05 $26, 106.78 $26,412.00 $22,452.60 $41,828.00 $32,544.00 $65, 168.00 $30,260.00 Bale Pager: 607-7522 CARE Phone: 447-3652 Office Phone: 447-3600 Davis Linda 1-7 $7.89 Henderson Keily 1-2 $7.13 Hollis Vera Lead 3-17 $10.36 Roland Rosemary 2-17 $10.01 Williams Marcey 1-6 $7.74 Booker Pager: 607-7521 CARE P110ne: 448-3878 Office Phone: 447-3800 Arnold Carolyn Lead 2-17 $10.01 Bush Shi-rley 1-8 $8.05 Dickerson Bobbie 1-7 $7.89 Fletcher Ruby 1-6 $7.74 Harris Vivian 1-7 $7.89 Brady Pager: 607-7520 CARE Phone: 447-3939 Office Phone: 447-3900 Enlow Karron 1-6 $7.74 Fields Alice Lead 3-10 $9.16 Howard Kathy 1-10 $8.36 Milam Lisa 1-4 $7.41 Woodley Linda 3-17 $10.36 7/26/2005 Hours Worked (before \u0026amp; after school - Individual hours may vary) 7.5 hrs/day 7.5 hrs/day 7.5 hrs/day 7.5 hrs/day 7.5 hrs/day 7.5 hrs/day 7.5 hrs/day .5 hrs/day - a.m. only 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.75 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3 hrs/day - p.m. only 2 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only I hr/day - a.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only Page 1 CARE Staff Last Name First Name Class 04-05 CARE Pay 04-05 Carver Pager: 607-7516 CARE Phone: 447-4073 Office Phone: 447-4000 Gibson Sanders Susan Patricia Lead 1-6 3-8 $7.74 $8.85 Winfrey Vearlean 1-17 $9.43 Dodd Pager: 607-7515 CARE Phone: 447-4345 Office Phone: 447-4300 Geeter Surratt Vanderpool Lula Barbara Milagros Lead Fair Park Pager: 607-7513 CARE Phone: 447-4435 Finley Montgomery Parent Felita Lucille Josephine Lead 4-1 $6.25 2-11 $9.10 1-6 $8.33 Office Phone: 447-4400 2-12 $9.26 1-17 $9.43 1-6 $7.74 Forest Park Pager: 607-7360 CARE Phone: 447-4540 Office Phone: 447-4500 Berry Gary Haggans McDonald Seawood Nancy Angela Monica James Ruthe 3-12 2-3 1-2 3-5 $9.43 $7.85 $7.13 $8.38 1-5 $7.56 Franklin Pager: CARE Phone: 447-4627 Office Phone: 447-4600 Hampton Henry Valda Sadie Lead Fulbright Pager: 607-7542 CARE Phone: 447-4762 Dixon Fritz Kenneth Terry Lead Jefferson Pager: 607-7538 CARE Phone: 447-5009 Humphrey Loistine Jones Valerie Pool Theresa Lead While Crystal 7/26/2005 H!Od3!l SMOllOOV -~ \"ld3!l NOll:lO!llSNO:\u0026gt; 3 2-12 $9.26 1-12 $8.68 Office Phone: 447-4700 3-9 $9.00 2-17 $10.01 Office Phone: 447-5000 1-8 1-6 3-17 1-5 $8.05 $7.74 $10.36 $7.56 31VOdn 13!\u0026gt;008 a l!l0d3!l 1N3WNDISSV 1N3001S :, Hours Worked (before \u0026amp; after school - individual hours may vary) S310NIW y S!l311VW 3NllNOO!l 'II 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 4 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 4 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.25/hrs day - p.111. only Page 2 31VOdO AD010NH:\u0026gt;31 'D I . CARE Staff Last Name First Name Class 04-05 CARE Pay 04-05 King Pager: 607-7536 CARE Phone: 447-5185 Office Phone: 447-5100 Alford Anderson Carter Cartznes Davis Dilworth Jones Phillips Rhonda Diane John Jerome Arrysen Floyce William Frank Jeremiah Lead 3.9 1-3 3-17 2-2 2-1 3-11 3-6 1-4 $9.00 $7.28 $ I 0.36 $7.70 $7.55 $9.34 $8.54 $7.41 Sterley Pamela 1-2 $7. 13 McDermott Pager: 607-7534 CARE Phone: 447-5553 Office Phone: 447-5500 Alexander Jenkins McFee Mitchell Madie Christy Sarah Delisa Robinson Dorothy Lead -r,ieadowcliff Pager: CARE Phone: 447-5635 Bonds Dorothy 3-17 3-9 2-7 2-17 $10.36 $9.00 $8.48 $10.01 1-7 $7.89 Office Phone: 447-5600 1-7 $7.89 Conley Barnell Lead 2-17 $ I 0.0 I Otter Creek Pager: 607-7532 CARE Phone: 447-5837 Office Plwne: 447-5800 Aushn Dawson Walker Pulaski Heights Gordon Kendall Miller Tappin 7/26/2005 Shirley Bruce Whitney Lead 3-17 4-1 4-1 Pager: 607-7533 CARE Phone: 447-3285 Mary Evelyn Vanessa Ranita 3-9 1-6 2-17 1-4 $10.36 $6.25 $6.25 Office Phone: 447-5900 $9.00 $7.74 $10.01 $7.41 Hours Worked (before \u0026amp; after school  individual hours may vary) 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day p.m. only I hr/day - a.m. only 3.5 hrs/day p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 4.25 hrs/day - a.111. \u0026amp; p.rn. 3.5 hrs/day  p.m. only 4.25 hrs/day a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.5 hrs/day p.m. only 2.5 hrs/day  p.m. day 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day  a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 4.25 hrs/day a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3.25 hrs/day - p.rn. only 3.25 hrs/day p.m. only 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 2.25 hrs/day p.m. only 3 hrs/day - p.m. only Page 3 CARE Staff Last Name First Name Class 04-05 CARE Pav 04-05 Rockefeller Pager: 607-7523 CARE Phone: 447-6290 Office Phone: 447-6200 Alexander Elizabeth 1-6 $7.74 Clark Shirley 1-6 $7.74 Dobbins Marie 1-6 $7.74 Gant-Watson Wonda 3-5 $8.38 Porter Hazel 1-5 $7.56 Robinson Onetha 2-4 $8.01 Sten house Brenda Lead 3-9 $9.00 Romine Pager: 607-7580 CARE Phone: 447-6358 Office Phone: 447-6300 Terry Bibbs Wilbon Williams Cynthia Cora Ardelia Lead Pager: 607-7559 CARE Phone: 447-6553 Miller Robinson Thompson Joyce Barbara Darkeita 2-17 $10.01 1-16 $9.28 1-17 $9.43 Office Phone: 447-6500 1-6 1-7 1-6 $7.74 $7.89 $7.74 Thompson Linda Lead 3-17 $ I 0.36 Washington Pager: 607-7557 CARE Phone: 447-6787 Office Phone: 447-6700 Croon Shelia 1-6 $7.74 Eskew Annette 2-6 $8.33 Gue Sammie 1-17 $9.43 Nellums Mary Lead 2-14 $9.56 Shavers Patricia 1-5 $7 .56 Westem Hills Pager: 607-7553 CARE Phone: 447-6912 Office Phone: 447-6900 Douglass Jones Madison Workman 7/26/2005 Sandra Mary R. Zora Helen HIOd3H SHOllanv -~ Lead 3-17 1-4 3-17 2-17 \"ld3H NOll:JOHlSNO:\u0026gt; 3 $10.36 $7.41 $10.36 $10.01 31VOdn 130008 a HIOd3H lN3WNDISSV 1N3001S :i Hours Worked (before \u0026amp; after school - Individual hours may vary) S3.LnNIW v SH3llVW 3NllNOOH r. 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. 3 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.111. 4.25 hrs/day - a.111. \u0026amp; p.111. 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 4.25 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.111. 3.25 hrs/day - p.111. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 2.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.111. only I hr/day - a.111. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only Page 4 31VOdn AD010NH:l31 o CARE Staff Last Name First Name Class 04-05 CARE Pav 04-05 Williams Pager: 607-7543 CARE Pirone: 447-7163 Office Phone: 447-7100 Akins Kharisty 2-1 $7.55 Kelley brew Carol 1-6 $7.74 Lynch Mary Ellen 1-7 $7.89 Ollison Yolanda 1-4 $7.41 Smith Sarah L. Lead 3-17 $10.36 7/26/2005 Hours Worked (before \u0026amp; after school - Individual hours may vary) 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 3 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.25 hrs/day - p.m. only 32.5 hrs/day - p.m. only 3.75 hrs/day - a.m. \u0026amp; p.m. Pages CARE PROGRAM ENROLLMENT/STAFF DATA 2000-2005 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 CARE Enrollment Number of Sites Number of Staff 1099 22 95 1100 21 100 1342 19 103 1460 22 103 CARE enrollment is the total number of students who were enrolled throughout the school year. C:\\Documents and Settings\\veda.houchin\\My Documents\\Marthas\\chart 04-05.doc 1507 21 100 !-'\u0026gt; .... m n :c z ,0- 0 C) -\u0026lt; C: \"'D 0 ~ m p .C..l.) 0 C:  o D\u0026gt; m C: z o-\u0026lt; C)  men -\u0026lt;\"' C: c'i \"'DZ o\nc  m -m\u0026lt;_z.\na m \"'D 0 .\n.a.. rn n 0 z !!l\na C: n... . 0 z\na m \"'D :-\u0026lt; '.Tl  C: 0 ~\na Cl)\na m \"'D 0 .\n.a.. June 2005 Enrollment by Sites CARE Program School List SCHOOL 4 YR KIND FIRST SECOND THIRD FOURTH FIFTH Totals 1 BALE 7 12 0 7 4 7 2 39 2 BOOKER 15 6 9 9 3 5 48 3 BRADY 6 7 3 2 5 2 4 29 4 CARVER 3 15 11 10 4 10 7 60 5 DODD 15 9 4 5 4 3 4 44 6 FAIR PARK 8 8 5 3 0 2 27 7 FOREST PARK 12 10 16 20 14 9 3 84 8 FRANKLIN 4 4 5 2 2 0 2 19 9 FULBRIGHT 11 11 15 10 16 9 10 82 10 JEFFERSON 12 11 13 12 12 7 8 75 11 KING 21 21 26 18 11 10 3 110 12 MCDERMOTT 8 15 4 9 6 9 5 56 13 MEADOWCLIFF 4 9 5 7 3 3 2 33 14 OTTER CREEK 6 12 9 13 4 7 7 58 15 PULASKI HEIGHTS 6 8 7 5 7 10 7 50 16 ROCKFELLER 18 10 10 9 2 4 8 61 17 ROMINE 8 8 8 3 4 2 34 18 TERRY 6 15 17 14 10 7 70 19 WASHINGTON 18 9 14 10 5 5 2 63 20 WESTERN HILLS 6 6 9 6 5 2 35 21 WILLIAMS 0 16 16 9 21 14 13 89 TOTAL 180 231 203 183 148 124 97 1166 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 DATE: TO: July 28, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: July 2005 Construction Report - Bond Projects BACKGROUND: The bids for Rightsell were received by LRSD on May 25, 2005. The low bidders for the remodeling and the abatement of Rightsell had given LRSD until July 25, 2005 to award the contracts without any changes to their bid prices. LRSD has made another request to the contractors to extend their bid prices through August 31 . The remediation contractor agreed with this date. The building contractor for the remodeling agreed to September 30. The remodeling of Fair Park has been ongoing since the last day of school. The remodeling consists of necessary interior changes to fit the new Pre-Kindergarten program. The schedule is very ambitious and the contractor is working almost non-stop toward a completion date of August 1. Changes are being made to the driveway and drop off areas. These changes are on schedule and should be completed by August 1. The remodeling of student restrooms at Forest Park is being done this summer. The contractor is working toward completion by August 1. The demolition of Cloverdale Elementary School will be completed in October 2005. RATIONALE: Monthly reports are submitted to the Board to keep members up-to-date on construction projects in the District. FUNDING: Bond Funds RECOMMENDATION: Report item\nno action necessary. PREPARED BY: Bill Goodman, District Engineer ,.,.\u0026lt;..  m ,:c. c0 z\u0026lt;\"\u0026gt; o\u0026gt; D\u0026gt; :::! 00 oz ~\u0026gt; \"0 r- \"m.'e \u0026lt;n (\") :\u0026gt;\u0026lt;  \u0026gt;\u0026lt; ~~ m en (\") (\") 0 :c Zo Co \"m' ren \u0026gt;m C\nc ~~ .. m .:::: en 0 \u0026gt; :-,, \u0026gt; C 0 =l 0 \"\"'' \"m' \"0 0 ~ CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JULY 28, 2005 BOND PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION I t:st. c.\nompIetIon Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Carver Media Center Expansion $167,490 Dec-05 Central Renovation - Interior - - ~ $10,200,26!3 -- Oct-05 -- -- ---- - Fair Park Remodel $799,000 Aug-0~ Fair Park Parking Lot - - - -- - - $185,00~ Aug-05 -- Forest Park Restrooms $152,881 Aug-05 Gibbs Addition - - $705,67_0_ _ Dec-05 - - Henderson -- Skylight Replacement - $319,000 Nov-05 Meadowcliff Remodel - $365,600 Sep-05 - - Oakhurst (Adult Education) New Windows $215,000 Aug-05 Pulaski Heights Elementary Clean Exterior Walls --1 $98,660 Aug-05 ---- Southwest New Corridor Ceiling I $300,000 Aug-05 Western Hills Electrical Upgrade \u0026amp; HVAC I $622,160 Aug-05 Woodruff Parking addition $175,000 AuQ-05 BOND PROJECTS CONSTRUCTION - SUMMER/ FALL 2005 I Est. CompletIon Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Cloverdale Elementary Demolition $520,750 Oct-05 -- Rightsell Renovation $2,494,000 Sep-06 BOND PROJECTS PLANNING STARTED CONST. DATE TO BE DETERMINED I csr. t-ompIeuon Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Booker Electrical Upgrade Unknown Unknown Chicot Electrical Upgrade I Unknown Unknown J. A. Fair Sewer Line ! $50,000 Unknown $1 ,547,000 -- - Forest Heights Remodel Unknown -- -- Mitchell Renovation $2,212,493 Unknown Pulaski Hgts. MS Energy monitoring system installation I Unknown Unknown Williams Drainage Repair $29,200 Unknown BOND PROJECTS NOT YET STARTED I est. t-ompIeuon Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Administration Annex ADA Adaptations $32,351 , Unknown Electrical Upgrade $9,166 I Unknown Adult Education ADA Adaptations $248,020 I Unknown Structural Repairs $53,918 I Unknown Alternative Learning Center ADA Adaptations $43,134 I Unknown Electrical Upgra~ $2,696 I Unkno-wn Roof Repairs $26,959 . Unknown I Restroom Renovation I ~ 7,742 Unknown - Booker ADA Adaptations I $107,835 I Spring 2006 Cashion Building IADA Adaptations $21,567 Unknown Dodd Restroom Renovation $26,959 Unknown -- -- - -- Facility Services ~ 2,351 1 ADA Adaptations Unknown -- -- Install Water Meters at Cooling Towers $4,313 Unknown I Emergency Lighting Replacement $ao,a76 1 Unknown 1 Land Purchase - Booker --!...- $100,000 Unknown - Fulbright --1R enovate Restrooms $10,784 Unknown ADA Adaptations $21-\n\"s67-r--- - Unknown - Garland Renovation $900,000 Partially Complete - ADA Adaptations $188,711 Unknown Electrical Upgrade $6,988 I Unknown Geyer Springs Replace Restroom Stalls $4,313 Unknown ADA Adaptations $21,567 Unknown CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JULY 28, 2005 BOND PROJECTS NOT YET STARTED Facility Name I I Est. Completion Project Description Cost Date Henderson Renovate Office $10,784 Summer 2006 ---- --~A_D_A Adaptations - $70,0~ 1-IR_C _____ ADA Adaptations - -- --- - ~.5ITT Restroom Renovation ______ ==--- $21,567 - 1-M- a_b_e-lv-a-le_Ele_m_e_n-ta_ry ___E_ le-c-tr-ic_a_l -U-pgr_a_de__ $6,21 1 - - ~mott Restroom Renovation -----~- $32,350 - Quigley Restroom Upgrades______ -- $5f918 - ,- ~ -~-------~-D-re_s_s-in-g Room Renovation -- $37,742 __ _ Unknown Unknown Unknown Fall 2005 Unknown Unknown Unknown Rockefeller ADA Adaptati~ $26,~ - - -- Unknown Electrical Upgrade - ,. $1,618 1-------------------=,-------'- - --'- -- --- 1-------- -----~l_nte_rior Renovation ___ _ - _ $16, 17_5 ___ Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Transportation - Laidlaw ADA Adaptations --------,,-- $32,3_5_1 _ Transportation - LRSD Electrical Upgrade $1,294 West Little Rock School New School ---- --- $11,782,638 ,-- BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED Facility Name Project Description I Cost I Est. Completion Date Administration Asbestos abatement Administration I Fresh air system - Administration Fire alarm -- ---- - -- --+- Administration HVAC $380,495 $55,000 $32,350 - $70,000~ - Administration Annex ----1-En-e-rg_y_m_on-itoring system installation - - Alternative Learning Ctr. I Energy monitoring system instattaiion $15,16oT Alternative Learning Ctr. Energy efficien_t_li=gh_t_in~g'------ __- _--=_-_- $82,000 - Badgett ___ !Partial asbestos abateme_n_t _________ $237,237 Badgett ___ I Fire alarm ---1-- _ $18,250 -- Bale Classroom addition/renovation $2,244,524 Mar-03 __ Aug-03 _ AUJJ-03 Nov-04 ~ay-02 Oct-01 Dec-01 Jul-01 __ Aug-02 Dec-02 Bale _______ Energy monitoring sy_st_e_m_ _____ Mar-02 --+---- -- --- Bale Partial roof replacement $269,587 I Dec-01 ,_B_a_le_ ________H_ V_A_C_ ___________ __, ___$6 6_4~,5_8_7-+- ___ Aug-01 Baseline Renovation $953,520 __ Aug-04 --r-----=--~ 1-B_o_oke_r_ ______- +G-__y,__m_Ro_o_f ________________$4_ 8,525 j Oct-04 Booker ADA Rest rooms $25,000 Aug-04 Booker Energy efficient lighting I $170,295 I Apr-01 1--------------t-~ ~---,--=-~'--------'------ B o o k er Energy monitoring system installation $23,710 Oct-01 Booker Asbestos abatement _ $10,900 Feb-02 Booker Fire alarm $34,501 Mar-02 Brady ________ _,_A_dd_itio_n_/re_n_o_va_t_io_n ________ ~ ___ $_9_73,621 Nov-04 Brady Energy efficient lighting $80,593 Sep-02 Brady Asbestos abatement $345,0n -- Aug-_92 Carver Energy monitoring system installation ~4,480 I May-01 Carver Parking lot -- $111,742 _ Aug-03 Central HVAC Renovation - Band Area $225,000 __ Dec-04 Central Reflecting Pond $57,561 Sep-04 Central Parking Student parking $174,000 1 Aug-03 Central/Quigley I Stadium light repair \u0026amp; electrical repair $265,000 I Aug-03 Central/Quigley I Athletic Field lmprov_em_e_n_t --~-------$-3-8-,0-0-0-+-- Aug-03 Central/Quigley irrigation System $14,~-- Aug-03 Central I Purchase land for school\nUnknown Dec-02 Central I Roof \u0026amp; exterior renovations $2,000,000 ' Dec-02 2 !a' .... m n ::c z ,0- 0 C, -\u0026lt; .c.:,: C ~ m \u0026lt; ~\n:cc :,,,c:: zn c\u0026gt; a, :::! 00 oz ~.., ,)\u0026gt;- :x, en m,n\u0026lt; :,,: . \u0026gt;\u0026lt; en == men nn O::c Zo Co :x, rmen \u0026gt;m ~~ c, n .. m c\"' 0 )\u0026gt; '.\" )\u0026gt; c:: C ~ :x, en :x, .m., 0 :..x.,. Facility Name Central Central Central Chicot Chicot Cloverdale Elem. -- Cloverdale MS -- Cloverdale MS Dodd Dodd Dodd Dodd Dunbar Facilities Service Facility Services Fair Park --- Fair Park Fair Park Fair Park J. A. Fair J. A. Fair J. A. Fair -- J. A. Fair --- J. A. Fair J. A. Fair J. A. Fair Forest Park Forest Park Forest Park Fulbright Fulbright Fulbright Fulbright Fulbright Fr-anklin Geyer Springs Gibbs Gibbs Hall Hall Hall Hall Hall -- Hall Hall --- Henderson Henderson Henderson Henderson Henderson CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JULY 28, 2005 BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED I I Est. Completion Project Description Cost Date Ceiling and wall repair $24,000 Oct-01 Fire Alarm System Design/Installation $80,~ - ---+- T Aug-Ql_ Front landing tile repair - $22,470 Aug__:Q_!_ Drainage $64,700 Aug-04 -- ~- -- Sound Attenuation $43,134 Jul-04 Energy efficient lighting ~ ----- $132,678 Jul-01 -- - Energy efficient lighting $189,743 Jul-01 -- $1,393,822 -- Major renovation \u0026amp; addition Nov-02 __Fire Alarm Upgrade --- r $9,200 Oct-04 - - Energy efficient lighting - $90,665 Aug-01 Asbestos abatement-ceiling tile $156,299 Jul-01 Replace roof top HVAC r $215,570 _ Aug-lg -+ Renovation/addition $6,149,023 Nov-04 Interior renovation - - -- $84,6~-- -- Mar-01 Fire alarm $12,000 Aug-03 -- - Roof $245,784 May-05 HVAC renovation/fire alarm $315,956 Apr-02 j Energy efficient lighting $90,162-- - Aug.:Q!_ - ~ Asbestos abatement-ceiling I --$59,310 Aug-01 6 classroom addition \u0026amp; cafeteria/music room addition $3,155,640 Aug-04 -- -- - Energy efficient lighting $277,594 Apr-01 -- - Press box -- $10,784 Nov-00 --- Security earner~ __ $12,500 Jun-01 - IA thletic Field Improvement - ---$38,000 Jul-03 - Irrigation System $14,000 Jul-03 Roof repairs --- -- --$391,871 - - Aug-03 Replace window units w/central HVAC -- $485,258 Nov-03 Diagonal parking $111,742 I Aug-03 Energy efficient lighting $119,788 I May-01 Energy efficient lighting $134,463 Jun-01 Energy monitoring system installation $11,950 Aug-01 Replace roof top HVAC units $107,835 Aug-02 Parking lot $140,000 Sep-02 Roof repairs $200,000 Oct-02 Renovation $2,511,736 Mar-03 Roof Repair $161,752 I Jun-04 Energy efficient lighting I I $76,447 I Apr-01 1 Energy monitoring system installation I $11,770 Jul-01 $8,637,709 1 -- Major renovation \u0026amp; addition I Sep-03 1Asbestos abatement I $168,222 Aug-01 Energy efficient lighting I $42,931 I Jul-01 -- Infrastructure improvements I $93,657 I Aug-01 Energy efficient lighting I $296,707 Apr-01 1Intercom I Feb-01 'Security cameras_ _ : $10,600 . J-un-0-1 Lockers ! $43,854 Dec-04 Energy efficient lighting I $193,679 . Jul-01 I Roof replacement gym I $107,835 May-01 Asbestos abatement Phase I I $500,000 1 Aug-01 Asbestos abatement Phase 2 I $250,000 Aug-02 3 CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JULY 28, 2005 BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED Est. Completion Facility Name Project Description Cost Date -IRC- Energy efficient lighting $109,136 Jul-02 --- Jefferson Asbestos abatement $43,~ Oct-01 Jefferson -- R enovation \u0026amp; fire alarm $1,630,000 Nov-02 -- --- Laidlaw Parking lot $269,588 Jul-01 Mablevale Elem Fire Alarm Upgrade -m:ooo Oct-04 Energy monitoring system installation ~-- Mabelvale Elem. ~.150 Aug-Ql Mabelvale Elem. Replace HVAC units $300,000 Aug-02 -- Mabelvale Elem. Asbestos Abatement $107,000 Aug-02 r-- Mabelvale Elem. Energy efficient lighting - $106,598 Dec-02 Mabelvale MS Renovate bleachers $134,793 Aug-01 Mabelvale MS - IR enovation $6,851,621 Mar-04 Mann Partial Replacement $11,500,000 Apr-04 -- Mann 'Asphalt w.alks ,T he total $1.8 million Dec-01 Mann I walkway canopies Dec-01 -- __ --is what has been Mann Boiler replacement __, used so far on the I Oct-01 -- Mann Fencing projects listed Sep-01_ -- -- Mann Partial demolition/portable classrooms completed for Mann. Aug-Q.!_ - McClellan I Parking Lot Overlay I $65,000 Apr-05 - --- McClellan -- Athletic Field Improvement - $38,000 Jul-03 McClellan Irrigation System . $14,750 Jul-03 --- McClellan 1 Security cameras __ I $36,300 1 Jun-01 ---- McClellan _ ~rgy efficient lighting $303,614 May-01 -- -- - - McClellan Stadium stands repair $235,000 ~g-01 -- McClellan !Intercom $46,000 Feb-02 McClellan $2,155,622 -- Classroom Addition Jul-04 I-Fire Alarm Upgrade -- McDermott $7,700 Sep-04 I McDermott 1 Energy efficient lighting I $79,411 Feb-01 McDermott Replace roof top HVAC units $476,000 I Aug-0_ Meadowcliff Fire alarm $16,175 Jul-01 -- - Meadowcliff Asbestos abatement $253,412 1 Aug-02 Meadowcliff Engergy efficient lighting $88,297 Dec-02 Metropolitan Replace cooling tower $37,203 Dec-00 Metropolitan Replace shop vent system $20,000 May-01 Metropolitan Energy monitoring system installation $17,145 Aug-01 Mitchell I Building Remediation $165,000 I Jul-04 Mitchell Energy efficient lighting $103,642 Apr-01 Mitchell I Energy monitoring system installation I $16,695 Jul-01 I--- Mitchell 'Asbestos abatement I $13,000 Jul-01 Oakhurst HVAC renovation I $237,237 Aug-01 Otter Creek Energy monitoring system installation $10,695 May-01 Otter Creek Energy efficient lighting $81,828 Apr-01 --- Otter Creek )Asbestos abatement I $10,000 ~g~2 Otter Creek Parking lot I $138,029 j __ Aug~ Otter Creek 6 classroom addition $888,778 I Oct-02 Otter Creek Parking Improvements I $142,541 Aug-03 Parkview Addition $2,121,226 Dec-04 - Parkview HVAC controls I $210,000 Jun-02 Parkview I Roof replacement $273,877 -- Sep-01 -- Parkview I Exterior lights $10,784 I Nov-00 Parkview HVAC renovation \u0026amp; 700 area controls $301,938 Aug-01 Parkview , Locker replacement $120,000 Aug-01 Parkview I Enerqy efficient liqhtinq $315,000 I Jun-01 4 p -m\u0026lt; (\") :,: z 0 r- 0 G') -\u0026lt; .c.:.:, CJ ~ m \u0026gt;\u0026lt; \"':= mu, nn 0:,: Zo Co ::0 rffl r,, \u0026gt; m ~~ G'\u0026gt;(\") .. m C en ,0. ',.T.l c:: CJ =l 0 ::0 \"' ::0 .m.., 0 ::0 -\u0026lt; CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JULY 28, 2005 BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED Est. Completion Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Procurement Energy monitoring system installation $5,290 Jun-02 -- ~ Procurement Fire alarm $25,000 Aug-03 --- Pulaski Heights Elem/Middle_ Cafeteria Ceiling - - - $33,378 Aug-05 Pulaski Heights~m/Middle Replace Entry Doors T $13,990 ~- -- t Aug-05 Pulaski Hgts. Elem Renovation - $1,193,259 Nov-04 - - Pulaski Hgts. Elem Move playground _J__ $17,000 Dec-02 Pulaski Hgts. MS Renovation-- -- $3,755,041 - -- --- Nov-04 Rightsell Energy efficient lighting-- T $84,898 Apr-01 -- - - Rockefeller Energy efficient lighting-- $137,004 Mar-01 -- -- Rockefeller Replace roof top HVAC $539,175 Aug-01 Rockefeller I Parking addition -- ~742 Aug-02 Romine $10,000 --- 'Asbestos abatement I ~r-02 --- Romine Major renovation \u0026amp; addition $3,534,675-,----- Mar-03 Scott Field Track Renovations I $289,056 I May-05 Security/Transportation IB us cameras - $22,500 Jun-01 -- Southwest Addition $2,000,000 Nov-04 -- Southwest Asbestos abatement $28,138 I Aug-00 Southwest New roof --- $690,000 . Oct-03 -- Southwest Energy efficient lighting $168,719 Jan-02 Southwest Drainage / street widening $250,000  Aug-03 Student Assignment I Energy monitoring system installation I $4,830 Aug-02 Student Assignment Fire alarm $9,000 Aug-03 -Tech Center Phase 1 Renovation $275,000 -D-ec--01 Tech Ctr/ Metro Renovation Addition/Renovation - Phase II $3,679,000 Jun-04 ------ Technology Upgrade I Upgrade phone system \u0026amp; data Nov-02 --- Terry  Energy efficient lighting I $73,850 Feb-01 ------- Terry 1 Driveway \u0026amp; Parking $83,484 - Aug-02 +----- - Terry Media Center addition I $704,932 Sep-02 Wakefield Rebuild I $5,300,000 Dec-04 Wakefield Security cameras $8,000 Jun-01 Wakefield Energy efficient lighting $74,776 Feb-01 Wakefield Demolition/ Asbestos Abatement I $200,000 Nov-02 Washington Fire Alarm Upgrade $11,600 Oct-04 Washington Security cameras $7,900 Jun-01 Washington Energy efficient lighting $165,281 Apr-01 Watson Energy monitoring system installation $8,530 Jul-01 Watson Asbestos abatement $182,241 Aug-01 Watson 'Energy efficient lighting $106,868 Aug-01 Watson Asbestos abatement $10,000 Aug-02 Watson Major renovation \u0026amp; addition $800,000 Aug-02 Western Hills  Fire Alarm Upgrade $8,400 _1 _ Oct-04 Western Hills ADA Rest rooms $25,000 - ~g-04 Western Hills Asbestos abatement $191,946 Aug-02 Western Hills Intercom $7,100 Dec-01 Western Hills 'Energy efficient lighting $106,000 Jul-01 -- Williams Renovation $2,106,492 . Mar-04 Williams Parking expansions I $183,717 j Dec-03 -- Williams __ ~gy effici~nt lighting I $122,719 Jun-01 -- Wilson HVAC for Cafeteria $56,000 Mar-05 Wilson Renovation/expansion $1,263,876 Feb-04 Wilson Parking Expansion $110,000 Aug-03 Woodruff I Renovation $246,419 AuQ-02 5 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 DATE: TO: July 28, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Board Auditor Report BACKGROUND: Monthly report to School Board. RATIONALE: Summary report of activities. FUNDING: No changes. RECOMMENDATION: None. PREPARED BY: Sandy Becker p m--\u0026lt; (\") :,: z 0,.. . 8 -\u0026lt; C \"D ~ m \u0026lt; :. m :,:0  c zO o  a,::! 00 oz 2!\n\u0026gt; \"D ,... :,:, en m\u0026lt; :',\n(\" )  \u0026lt; (I)\n= men (\") (\") 0:,: Zo Oo :,:, ,... men  m ~~ C) (\") .. m .::en 0  ~~ \"D m:i: :,:,c en 3: 0  zz ~~ ,- en oo :i:c :,:, Z(\") c, m men en Date: To: From: Re: July 28, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS Board of Directors Sandy Becker, Internal Auditor Audit Report - July This is the sixty-ninth communication regarding status of the current year projects and reviews. Activity Funds a) Working with one high school, one middle school and two elementary schools to resolve financial issues in their activity and related funds. b) Reviewing monthly financial information for all schools and assisting in resolving balance issues. c) Training school staff at schools on financial processes by request. Activities Advisory Board (AAB) a) Assist the Activities Advisory Board in its mission to strengthen the effectiveness and viability of activities in the District. b) The AAB has forwarded a Booster Club Guidelines Package to be included in official publications of the District after review. Board Policy and Regulation a) The amended Out of District Travel regulation is being implemented. Technology Training a) Monitoring technology plans and technology meetings to determine how use of technology will improve and streamline the workflow for staff persons. b) Facilitating technology upgrade in cooperation with the English Department for Yearbook and Newspaper production staff in LRSD high schools to improve access to tools needed for students and staff. a) Served as a trainer for financial portion of Nuts \u0026amp; Bolts, Bookkeeper \u0026amp; Secretaries Training, Security Guard Training, individual school in-service meetings, and others as needed. Working to facilitate best means to improve financial processes and increase accountability for resources. Training new bookkeepers on bookkeeping procedures as requested. Audit Report - July 2005 Page 2 of2 b) Placed training material, smart worksheets, and other helpful items on the Teachers Lounge section of the Little Rock School District web page. c) Coordinated guidelines and aids to inform and assist new activity sponsors of specific tasks relating to each activity. Added new checklist for spirit sponsors and smart spreadsheet for fundraiser reconciliation. This information is now in the Teachers Lounge section of the District web page. d) Developed skills test for financial positions. Implementing in coordination with Human Resources. Audit Area Sampling and Review of Financial Procedures Other a) Pulling samples of district expenditures to test for accuracy, accountability, and compliance with District policies. Reviewing district payroll processes for compliance, economy and efficiency, internal controls, and cost control. Working with Financial Services Payroll on internal control and processing issues. b) c) d) e) f) g) h) a) b) c) d) Working with Financial Services on internal controls and rules for payroll processes and implementation of a new interface system. Monitoring other selected risk areas for efficiency, cost effectiveness, and compliance with District policies. Reviewing grant programs. Working with Child Nutrition on implementation of streamlined information processing system with Information Services and Child Nutrition Staff. Monitoring cost reduction efforts in the District. Monitoring combined payroll and human resources issues for compliance with board direction and internal controls. Reviewing leave accountability system. Reviewing Teacher School Supply Fund Records for recommendations. Provided technical assistance to school staff on grant writing. Served as co-chair of Strategic Team One - Financial Resources. Served as District coordinator of United Way's Day of Caring (April 17, 2005. Eleven schools participated. Assisting LRSD PT A's in financial process training. Problem Resolution a) I have made myself available to help resolve financial issues, assist in improving processes, and help find solutions to questions that arise. Please let me know if you need further information. My telephone number is 501-447-1115. My e-mail is sandy.becker@lrsd.org. C: -0 0 \u0026gt;\n1 ~ .\u0026gt; m\" :i\nO \u0026gt; C: zn o\u0026gt; a,:::! oooz ~\u0026gt; -0 r\no U) m. \u0026lt; (\") :\u0026gt;\u0026lt;  e\u0026gt;n\u0026lt;~ m \"' (\")(\") 0:i: Zo Oo\no rm u, \u0026gt;m O\no z\u0026lt; c, n .. m Cu, g\ni-~ -0 m:i:\no C: U) !!: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ r- U) no :i: C: \u0026gt;\no zo C) m m u, U) DATE: TO: FROM: July 28, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 Board of Directors Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Technology Report BACKGROUND: Since the last Board meeting the following technology activities took place:  Training for Teachers has been on-going all summer at the Technology Center and other district sites. Teachers have received training on software programs such as - Project SOAR, Curriculum Mapper, Compass Odyssey, and more ...  The computer refresh program has continued at designated district sites.  Plans are in place to continue implementation of Edline - web-based Grade reporting to parents at the Middle School Level.  Computer Information Services has implemented a new web-based workorder/ project management tracking system called RADAR - RequestAssign- Develop-Apply-Review. RADAR will be used by the Dis::icts' Applications Group to track and manage data/report requests throughout the district. District staff will have the capability of entering their data requests via the web and automatically receive updates on the status of their requests via email.  Ten elementary schools are piloting software to assign students to classes electronically using an electronic scheduler for elementary schools. RATIONALE: To implement the LRSD Technology Plan 2003 - 2006 ,..,.\u0026lt;... . m ::z:C ,..c zn c\u0026gt; CD:::! 00 oz 2S )\u0026gt; 'ti,...\nJJU\u0026gt; m. \u0026lt;n :\u0026gt;\u0026lt;  \u0026gt;\u0026lt; CJ)?= mu, On O::z: Zo Co\nJJ,... mu, \u0026gt;m ~~ e\u0026gt;n .. m ctn 0 )\u0026gt;\n,\u0026gt;~ 'ti m:x:\nJJ C: tJ\u0026gt; 3: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ ,... tJ\u0026gt; no ::z:c \u0026gt;\nJJ zo C\u0026gt; m men tJ\u0026gt; FUNDING: N/A RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board accept this report. PREPARED BY: John Ruffins, Director, Computer Information Services Lucy Neal, Coordinator, Technology and Media Services LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 DATE: TO: July 28, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Handbook for Parents of Pre-K Children Participating in the LRSD Early Childhood Program BACKGROUND: The Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Literacy convened a committee of early childhood teachers, principals, parents, and specialists to develop a Pre-K Parent Handbook. Several meetings were held to develop the content of the Handbook, and a draft version of the Handbook was sent to all LRSD Elementary Principals and Pre-K Teachers for their review. The attached handbook is the result of those efforts. RATIONALE: Currently the District does not have a formal district handbook regarding the preschool program. The purpose of the handbook will be to provide parents, teachers, and principals with clearly defined expectations regarding participation in the preschool (fouryear- old) program and policies and procedures for dealing with preschool issues. FUNDING: N/A RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board adopt the Pre-K Parent Handbook as submitted. PREPARED BY: Krista Underwood, Director, Early Childhood !\" n 0 ~ ~ n =l m n :c (/) m \"\u0026lt;'\n::: f.,l, .\"0, ', m ~ C 0 z ~ i5 z \u0026gt;\u0026lt; ~~ nmn\"' 0 :c zo Co \"',... m\u0026gt;m\"' l ~ C)n .. m c\"' 0 \u0026gt; .~,, ~ m :c\n,:,c (/) 3:: 0\u0026gt; zz Z:,c ! rn no :C C \u0026gt;:,c Zn C) m mCJ\u0026gt; (/) Little Rock School District Pre-Kindergarten (4-Year-Old) Parent Handbook 2005-06 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Letter to Families .................................................................................... 3 Goals of the Program ............................................................................... 3 List of Pre-Kindergarten Schools .. .. .. .. . .. ................................................. .4 Enrollment Requirements .......................................................................... 5 Physical Examination and Immunization Requirements ..................................... 5 The Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Program ................................................. 6 Attendance .............................................................................................................. 7 Little Rock School District Discipline Policy .................................................... 7 Authorized Persons/Sign In and Sign Out. .................................................... 8 Illness of Children .................................................................................... 9 Medication at School. ............................................................................. 10 Appropriate Dress for School. .................................................................. 10 Outdoor Play ........................................................................................ 10 Emergency Drills ................................................................................... 10 Nap Time ............................................................................................ 10 School Breakfast and Lunch Program ....................................................... 10 Toileting .............................................................................................. 11 Parent Involvement. ............................................................................... 11 Parent/Teacher Conferences .................................................................... 11 Money Sent to School.............. .. . . . . .. . .. . .. . . .. . . . .. .. . . . . .. . . .. .. . . . .. ................... 11 Signature Page.............................. . ...................................................... 12 2 !l' n 0 .z... . ~ n ::l m n ::r:: en m ~\na\np ,,\no ,0, m\no ::\n! 0 0 z :!. 0 z !I: \u0026gt; ti! m ~ !:\n\u0026gt;\u0026lt; ~:== m en nn O::r:: zo Oo\norm en \u0026gt;m ~~ c, n .. m C en 0 \u0026gt; ,\n,,\u0026gt; ~ m::r::\no C: en !I: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ r- en no ::r:: C: \u0026gt;\no Zn Cl m men en LETTER TO THE FAMILIES: WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Little Rock School District (LRSD) Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) Program! We understand the tremendous trust you are placing in us to educate your children. Our well-trained staff is committed to ensuring that your children receive the best early learning experiences in the safest, most caring environment possible. The philosophy of the Little Rock School District Pre-Kindergarten Program is the following:  Every child deserves a safe, healthy, and secure environment.  All children can be successful learners.  The children, families, and school community should be treated with respect and honesty.  Learning should be relevant, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate.  Parents are a child's first and most important teacher.  Cooperation, collaboration, and teamwork are essential to meeting the District's Pre-K goals. The Little Rock School District offers the highest quality pre-school education available. It is the goal of the district's early childhood program to help each child achieve his/her maximum potential through a variety of experiences designed to promote a positive self-concept. A qualified and experienced staff provides a warm and supportive atmosphere which assures each child that he or she is secure and accepted. Classrooms are designed to provide a cheerful, healthy learning environment for growing, active children. PROGRAM GOALS The Little Rock School District Pre-Kindergarten Program is not a child care program, but a program designed to increase the readiness of the children for kindergarten with the ultimate goal of ensuring children's success in school. The goal will be accomplished through the following activities: 1. Provide preschool students with high quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiences designed to enhance kindergarten readiness. 2. Support parents in their role as a child's first and most important teacher by providing access to educational resources and information. 3. Ensure continuity and smooth transitions from home to early education and primary school. The learning environment of the Pre-Kindergarten Program is designed to provide students with a challenging, yet developmentally appropriate curriculum. The program components are aligned with the state standards adopted in the Arkansas Early Childhood Framework. Through the active learning process, children will construct their own knowledge\nlearn how to make decisions and plans\nseek and organize information. The role of the teacher is to guide students in their construction of knowledge - challenging them to make predictions, try new approaches, and solve their own problems. Please help us achieve these goals by getting your child to school on time everyday!! 3 School Bale Baseline Brady Carver Chicot Cloverdale Dodd Fair Park Forest Park Franklin Fulbriqht Geyer Sorinas Jefferson King Mabelvale McDermott Meadowcliff Otter Creek Pulaski Heights Rightsell Rockefeller Romine Stephens Terrv Wakefield Washinaton Watson Western Hills Wilson Woodruff LIST OF PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHOOLS Address Principal 6501 32na St. Barbara Anderson 3623 Baseline Rd. Eleanor Cox 7915 W. Markham Ada Keown 2100 East 6m Dianne Barksdale 11100 Chicot Jane Harkey 6500 Hinkson Rd. Frederick Fields 6423 Staoecoach Faith McLauahlin 616 N. Harrison TBA 1600 N. Tyler Theresa Ketcher 1701 S. Harrison Ethel Dunbar 300 Pleasant Valley Deborah Mitchell 5240 Mabelvale Pike Donna Hall 2600 N. McKinley Roberta Mannon 905 MLK Blvd. Tyrone Harris 9401 Mabelvale C/O TBA 1200 Reservoir Rd. Virainia Ashley 25 Sheraton Dr. Karen Carter 16000 Otter Creek Pkwy. Janis Tucker 319 N. Pine Lillie Carter 911 West 19m Eunice Thrasher 700 East 17\"' Anne Manaan 3400 Romine Rd. Lillie Scull 3700 West 18m Sharon Brooks 10800 Mara Lynn Becky Ramsey 75 Westminister Les Taylor 2700 Main Gwen Zeiqler 7000 Valley Dr. Mike Oliver 4901 Western Hills Scott Moraan 4015 Stannus Beverly Jones 3010 West 7m Janice Wilson Telephone 447-3600 447-3700 447-3900 447-4000 447-7000 447-4200 447-4300 447-4400 447-4500 447-4600 447-4700 447-4800 447-5000 447-5100 447-5400 447-5500 447-5600 447-5800 447-5900 447-6100 447-6200 447-6300 447-6400 447-6500 447-6600 447-6700 447-6800 447-6900 447-7200 447-7300 4 !\" n .0z.. . ~ n =l m n ::c (J) m :a \u0026lt;\n:=: p ..,, :a .0., , m ~ C 0 z ~ 0 z \u0026gt;\u0026lt; (/J ?= m\u0026lt;n nn O::c Zo Co :a ,... m\u0026lt;n \u0026gt;m ~~ C'ln .. m i= (J) g\n..,,,\u0026gt; ~ m::c :a C en 3: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ ,....(J) no :cc \u0026gt; :a Zn C'lm m\u0026lt;n (J) ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS Applications for enrollment are accepted without regard to race, religion, color, sex or national origin. To apply for admission in a Pre-Kindergarten program, parents must contact the Little Rock School District Student Registration Office at 5th and Sherman (447-2950). If there is not an opening at the requested school, the child's name will be put on a waiting list. After receiving a notification letter of an opening, parents will need to follow the directives in the letter which will usually require notifying the Student Registration Office of acceptance or refusal of that PreKindergarten slot by an established deadline date. Upon acceptance, parents will visit the assigned school during student check-in and complete the necessary forms. The following is a list of the enrollment requirements: 1. A child must be 4 years of age on or before September 15th before entering the PreKindergarten Program. 2. In order for a child to attend class on the first day of Pre-Kindergarten, the school must have the following documents: a. Pupil Information Form b. Original Birth Certificate c. Social Security Number d. Health Screening Form (See explanation below.) e. Complete all required immunizations and provide records to the school nurse or school office. (See explanation below.) f. Permission for the child to receive emergency medical care at Arkansas Children's Hospital or a designated physician in case of an extreme medical emergency g. Information form designating persons who are allowed to pick up child from school h. Notarized custody declaration if applicable i. Updated physical or current physical The date used by the Little Rock School District for admittance to the Pre-Kindergarten Early Childhood Program is the same as that established by the State Department of Education for kindergarten eligibility. PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS AND IMMUNIZATIONS Little Rock School District Health Services require immunizations and physicals for students in the Pre-Kindergarten Program. It is mandatory that all students in the Pre-Kindergarten Program have a physical examination by their doctor or primary health care provider and submit the required Health Screening Form to the school office. In addition, Pre-K children must receive the required age-appropriate immunizations. Written proof of these immunizations must be presented before the child is admitted to school and each time the child receives additional immunizations. Children who have not met these requirements will not be allowed to attend school. Changes in immunizations must be reported to the office or school nurse. 5 THE PRE-K INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM Staffing. Every Pre-Kindergarten classroom is staffed with a certified early childhood education teacher and instructional assistant with Child Development Associate (CDA) Training. Classroom Size. Every Pre-Kindergarten classroom is limited to an enrollment of 20 children with a ratio of one adult to every ten children throughout the day with the exception of naptime. Before and After School Child Care. Child care is available at most schools before and after school from 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Please check with your assigned school to see if this service is provided. Instruction. The Little Rock School District uses a learning center approach to help children become independent thinkers, self-confident eager learners and highly skilled individuals. This approach provides opportunity for children to engage in respectful interactions in a richly prepared environment with professionals available to help them develop socially, emotionally, academically, and physically. Some of the centers that are implemented in the classrooms are the following: Block Center - Blocks provide the basic muscle development skills and creativity necessary to solve problems. This center will give children the opportunity to explore, sort, make comparisons, and build structures. Dramatic Play Center - Dramatic play is used to help children develop social interaction as they explore new and different ways to play. A variety of props will be available for children to role play. Art/Music Centers - In these centers children's self-esteem is developed. When their forms of self-expression are accepted and appreciated, children feel good about themselves. Small muscle skills and eye-hand coordination are developed in these centers. Creativity is encouraged. Language Arts Center - In this center, children begin to understand that books are exciting \"friends\" that can be enjoyed. They begin to notice that letters are symbols for the words they say. They learn to tell stories and events in sequence. They learn to \"read\" pictures. The children are developing their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in this center. Manipulative Center - This center is one in which children work with activities that develop small muscle and eye-hand coordination. Putting a puzzle together involves problem solving and configuration (seeing the shape of things and how they fit together). In this center children learn how to work independently, classify objects, put materials together, and how to take them apart. Nature/Science/Math Center - This center is a DOING center rather than a \"look but don't touch\" center. The children develop the thinking process and sensory experiences. They develop concepts of shape, color, size, number, classifying, and sequencing. 6 !J' (\") .0z.. . ~ (\") =1 m (\") ::c u, m :,c\n\u0026lt;:: .f,l, :,c .0, , m ~ C 0 z .\u0026gt;... 5 z \u0026gt;\u0026lt; en := mu, (\") (\") O::c zo Co :,c ,mu, \u0026gt;m ~~ C) (\") .. m C \u0026lt;n 0 \u0026gt; .\n,s, -~ m::c :,c C: \u0026lt;n 3: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ ,- u, no ::c C: \u0026gt;:,c Zc-, c, m m \u0026lt;n u, ATTENDANCE Teachers begin instruction at the beginning of the school day so it is imperative that students arrive on time. When students are tardy, they miss a portion of the instruction provided to the rest of the class. Students will be considered tardy ten minutes after the first bell rings. If a child must be absent, the following procedures will be used to report and monitor absences. 1. The parenUguardian is to notify the school attendance office by noon on the date when a student is absent. Failure to do so will result in the absence being recorded as unexcused unless the principal extends the verification period. 2. Full day or part day absences will be excused for personal illness, family emergency or an unusual cause acceptable to the principal of the school in which the student is enrolled. 3. When a student has three or more unexcused absences in any class during one semester, the school attendance secretary will notify the student's parenUguardian, or persons in loco parentis. Notice will be via telephone contact by the end of the school day in which the absence occurred or sent via regular mail no later than the following school day. Data from the student's Pupil Information Form will be used in the procedure. 4. When a student has six unexcused absences in any class during one semester, the school attendance secretary will again notify the student's parenUguardian of the number of absences. Also, the student's building-level administrator will schedule a conference with the student and his or her parenUguardian to discuss the student's absence pattern and its effects, together with appropriate interventions. The administrator will explain during the conference that dismissal will occur if the student receives 12 unexcused absences a semester. LRSD DISCIPLINE POLICY FOR CHILDREN IN THE PRE-K (FOUR-YEAR-OLD) PROGRAM Discipline in the Pre-Kindergarten Program will be appropriate to the child's level of understanding and be directed toward teaching the child acceptable behavior and self-control. Staff will offer guidance to a child needing redirection. With the help of a staff member, children will be offered appropriate choices so that in their developmental years they may determine what is right and wrong. If a child continues to have behavior problems, separating the child for \"time out\" may be necessary to resolve the difficulty. Time out is appropriate for children over 2 years of age. The period of time should equal the child's age\n(for example, 4 years of age should be 4 minutes). ParenUteacher conferences may be needed to determine if other circumstances are contributing to the situation and to develop a plan of action. Behavior management used by the Little Rock School District focuses on creative conflict resolution. This technique emphasizes children learning to resolve their own conflicts with each other and with adults in a positive manner. It is designed to increase the self-esteem of the children. 7 Disciplinary Steps: (Taken from The Student Conduct Code Section of the Little Rock School District Student Handbook) 1. Prevention - trying to keep the inappropriate behavior from happening 2. Redirection - encouraging another activity, role-play appropriate behavior 3. Conference with child 4. Time out in the classroom (age appropriate amount of time and supervised) 5. Contact a parent for a conference 6. Refer to the Pupil Services Team and/or Tri-District Early Intervention Team to develop a behavior management plan 7. Up to five (5) days removal from the program 8. If a behavior is dangerous and/or unhealthy for the child, another child and/or staff members, and after all efforts have been exhausted, the child will be dismissed from the program Parents will be kept fully informed as a child progresses through the disciplinary steps. They will be called immediately when a child exhibits dangerous or uncontrollable behavior, and disciplinary action will be taken to ensure the safety for all, which, as noted above, could be dismissal from the program. The administrator may choose a more severe penalty, at any time, based on the child's past behavior record and may reduce disciplinary actions when warranted. When disciplinary actions are imposed on a child, the parent/guardian will be notified. The District's discipline procedures meet the licensing requirements as set forth by Arkansas Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education Licensing requirements. CORPORAL PUNISHMENT DISTRICT POLICY STATES THAT CORPORAL PUNISHMENT MAY NOT BE USED AS A DISCIPLINARY MEASURE IN THE LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLIC SCHOOLS BY ANY TEACHER, ADMINISTRATOR, OR OTHER SCHOOL PERSONNEL. PARENTS/GUARDIANS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ADMINISTER ANY FORM OF CORPORAL PUNISHMENT ON SCHOOL GROUNDS. AUTHORIZED PERSONS/SIGN IN AND SIGN OUT 1. It is District and State policy that, upon arrival to school, the parent or guardian (or any designated adult or caregiver) must bring the children inside the school building to sign them in and make their presence known to the appropriate staff member. Parents must also come inside to sign their children out at the end of the school day, 2. The sign-in sheet is used to verify attendance and to ensure the child's safety. To remain in the program, a parent or designee must sign the child in and out. 3. It is important that the registering parent notify the school office in writing of persons authorized to pick up the child. A CHILD WILL BE ALLOWED TO LEAVE SCHOOL ONLY WITH AUTHORIZED PERSONS. Anyone picking up a child should be prepared to show proper identification before the child will be released. In the case of divorced parents, it is important that the registering parent indicate on the enrollment application 8 !X' (\"') 0.z. . ~ =1 m (\"') :c en m :c \u0026lt; ?- .~., :c 0.. , m :c ::\nl C 0 z ~ 0z\ni:: \u0026gt; CD m ~ !:\n\u0026gt;en\u0026lt;~ men (\"')(\"') O\n:c Zo Co :c rmen \u0026gt;m ~~ C) (\"') .. m i:: en g .~., ~ m :c :C C en\n: 0\u0026gt; zz ,~-~en no :C C \u0026gt; :c Z(\"') c, m men en who has legal custody and who may pick the child up from school. Legal documentation will be required as proof of custody. 4. Elementary-age siblings 4th grade and older may sign a Pre-Kindergarten student in/out only if a permission letter is signed by the parent/guardian and given to the school office by the parent/guardian. 5. Children should be picked up on time after school. If parents cannot pick up their children at the appropriate time, arrangements should be made for other transportation or after school care. No child will be released from the playground. Parents should accompany their children out of the building. Children should not be allowed to leave the building unattended. Children will need to be signed in/out for the CARE program, daycare pick-ups, car pools, and/or any method of transportation. Parent cooperation will help ensure the safety of all of the Pre-Kindergartne children. ILLNESS OF CHILDREN Children with these symptoms must be kept at home:  Temperature of 100.4 or over (for the safety of the child and others, it is required that the child be kept home until 24 hours after he/she is fever-free without the aide of fever-reducing medication).  Vomiting  Diarrhea  Symptoms of communicable disease If any of these occur, parents will be contacted to pick up their children immediately. MEDICATION AT SCHOOL Transporting Medication Between Home and School: Parents are responsible for getting medicine to and from school. Children will not be allowed to transport medicine at any time. Medication Permission: Parents must complete all required information on the LRSD permission form in order for the child to receive medicine at school. Medication Storage: Parents must take student medications to the nurse or office. Students are not allowed to keep medicine in the classroom, therefore, parents should never leave medications in backpacks. All medications will be locked in the office. The school nurse or office personnel will administer all medications. Teachers are not permitted to give medications. Over the counter medication will not be given longer than five days. Once-a-day medication and twice-a-day medications should be given at home. Please notify the office if medication requires refrigeration. Medication Time: It is important that each school establish routine times for medication administration. It is not possible to have a specific time for each child. Medication Containers: Medication must be in the prescription bottle or non-prescription original container with the original label. Medication is not to be sent in any other container or wrapper (e.g., Saran Wrap, aluminum foil, lunch box, etc.). 9 APPROPRIATE DRESS FOR SCHOOL Preschool is a very active place to learn. Children paint, glue, play in sand and water, and play outdoors daily weather permitting\ntherefore, sturdy, comfortable, washable clothes are necessary. This allows the children to become actively involved in all activities. Parents should make sure their children's clothes are easy to pull up and down for bathroom needs. Tennis shoes seem to work best for all activities. Flip-flops and clogs are not safe footwear for school. Children should always have a sweater or jacket available for cool days. Light clothing is necessary when it gets hot. The child 's name must be written on all clothes that the child can take off at school. (e.g., jackets, sweaters). In case of accidents, each child will need a complete change of clothing at school. OUTDOOR PLAY Outdoor play is required for one hour each day. Weather permitting, children will play outside every day with 32 being th~ temperature guideline. The wind chill factor is taken into consideration in the winter\nheat index for the summer. Please do not ask for exceptions. If a student is too sick to go outside, parents need to keep the child home. The schools do not have enough assistants to provide one-on-one supervision and the State has strict guidelines for the ratio of adults to children. No toys will be allowed at school, and bringing toy guns to school will result in dismissal. EMERGENCY DRILLS Emergency drills are held monthly to acquaint the children with evacuation procedures. This makes quite an impression on a few children the first time a drill is held, but children soon become accustomed to the sound and know just what to do. The Pre-Kindergarten Program is equipped with a fire alarm system and smoke detectors. Fire extinguishers are placed throughout the building. NAP TIME After lunch, a nap period is scheduled for all Pre-Kindergarten children. Parents should send one small stuffed animal for the child to cuddle during naptime, one crib sheet, and a large bath towel for the mat. To protect the child's health, the District provides a sanitized mat or cot. Towels and sheets for Pre-Kindergarten are sent home on Friday to be laundered and must be returned on Monday. SCHOOL BREAKFAST/LUNCH PROGRAM A breakfast and lunch for the Pre-Kindergarten students will be available at each school. Both meals will be served in the cafeteria. Breakfast and/or lunch must be paid in advance weekly or daily. Free and reduced lunch application forms may be obtained in the school office. Food will not be heated, so parents must pack food that is prepared to be eaten as is. If a hot lunch is desired, it is suggested that the child purchase a lunch prepared by food service. If the child brings his/her lunch to school, it is recommend that a nutritious lunch be sent. Please do not send candy, gum, or soft drinks. !\"' (\"') z.0.. . ~ (\"') ::1 m (\"') :I: en m ~\n:\n~ ..,,\n,::, .0., , m\n,::, ::\n! 0 0 z :. 0 z \u0026gt;\u0026lt; (I):= men \u0026lt;\"\u0026gt;n 0:I\nzo Co\n,::,r men \u0026gt;m ~~ c, n .. m c::::en 0 \u0026gt;\n..t,,\u0026gt; ~ m:I:\n,::,c en 3: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ r en no :I:c \u0026gt;\n,::, Z(\"') Cl m men en TOILETING Students must be completely potty trained to participate in the Pre-Kindergarten Program. No diapering will be done by the staff. If a child has an accident, the parent will be notified. Pull-ups will only be accepted due to a medical condition accompanied by a doctor's statement. PARENT INVOLVEMENT Please read carefully any notes or letters that the child brings home from school. This keeps the lines of communication open so that parents know what is happening at school. Lunch is a great time to volunteer! The school encourages all parents to become involved in their children's early education environment by volunteering or visiting in the classroom. This time can be at the parent's convenience and should be arranged with the classroom teacher. Volunteering will enhance the parent-teacher relationship and familiarize parents with the program and the many rewards of working with young children. Parents must remember, however, that is it never appropriate for a parent to discipline other children in the program. Little Rock School District has very specific disciplinary guidelines that must be followed. PARENTffEACHERCONFERENCES Two conferences will be scheduled during the school year\nhowever, conferences between parents and teachers can be arranged at the request of either party whenever the need arises. Every effort will be made to schedule a time convenient for parents\nhowever, every effort will be made not to schedule conferences during instructional time. If parents have a concern about either the program or policies regarding the Pre-Kindergarten Program, they should use the following procedure to express their concern: 1. Contact the classroom teacher and ask that a conference be arranged. Discuss the problem or concern with the child 's classroom teacher. In most cases, the teacher will be able to either explain the situation to the satisfaction of the parent or will make the necessary changes to remedy the situation. 2. If parents still have concerns, they should contact the building principal. MONEY SENT TO SCHOOL Parents should send all money in a sealed envelope with your child's name, teacher's name, and purpose of the money listed on the outside of the envelope. 11 Dear Parent or Guardian: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 Please sign and return this form to your child's teacher indicating that you have received and read this Handbook. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. I have received and read the Little Rock School District Pre-K Parent Handbook. Parent Signature Date 12 !JI n 0 .z.. . ~ =1 mn ::c en m\no\n\u0026lt;:: fl -,:,\no 0 -,:, m ~ C 0 z ~ 0z 3C \u0026gt; CD m .,~..... \u0026gt;\u0026lt; (I):= men nn O::c zo Co\no,... men \u0026gt;m ~~ C)n . . m C en 0 \u0026gt;\nso~ -,:, m::c\no c:: en 3C 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ ,... en no ::cc:: \u0026gt;\no Zn C) m men en DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 July 28, 2005 LRSD Board of Directors Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools Revision of Policy IJOA and IJOA-R - Field Trips BACKGROUND: The LRSD Board of Directors endorses the use of field trips. A field trip can best be described as a living laboratory in which learning is acquired through active hands-on experience with the rich resources of the local community. Each school will be responsible for using the grade level curriculum map to identify and explain the content area that each field trip will support and how student learning will be assessed. Fields trips are to be exciting and offer a learning experience for children beyond the walls of the classroom into the vast community outside. They provide children with experiences that cannot be duplicated in the school but are nonetheless an integral part of school instruction. RATIONALE: Policy IJOA and IJOA-R have been revised to provide direction to building principals and classroom teachers when planning field trips for the 2005-2006 school year. Procedures for field trips are outlined in an effort to ensure that students are spending quality instructional time with the teacher in the classroom and on field trips. Principals and teachers will be accountable for organizing field trips in an effort to ensure that each opportunity is related to the district's curriculum and to ensure that the district policy and regulations are being adhered to. FUNDING: Individual School's Operating Budget RECOMMENDATION: The Board approved IJOA on first reading at their agenda meeting on July 14. The administration requests second reading and approval of Policy IJOA for implementation during the 2005-2006 school year. PREPARED BY: Dr. Sadie Mitchell, Associate Superintendent for Elementary Schools ?\" n .0z. . ~ n ~ m n :J: en m ~\n::\n~ \"0 \"0 ' \"0 m ~ C 0 z ~ 0 z !I: \u0026gt; \"m\" ~ rm !=' C) ~ ~ \"0 0 ' \"0 0 en \u0026gt;,.... ?\"~ \"0 m:J: ::oc en !I: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ ,- en no :Cc \u0026gt;::o Zn c, m men en LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: IJOA FIELD TRIPS The Little Rock School District Board of Education endorses the use of field trips for students. In light of the valuable contribution to a child's education, field trips should be preceded by good planning. Careful attention should be given to trip selection, pre-visit, preparation, appropriate follow up, and evaluation. Such efforts should ensure that students will have a successful educational experience. When considering a field trip, teachers are advised to first consult with their administrator regarding existing school board policies and follow the recommended procedures outlined in the regulation - lJOA -R: Field Trips. Adopted: July 22, 1999 Revised: 2 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: IJOA-R FIELD TRIPS Responsibilities of Principals in the Field Trip Process It is the responsibility of the principal to ensure the planning, execution, and fulfillment of all financial obligations. By signing the required Request for Educational Field Trip form (Form 221 , revised 7/05), the principal is:  stating that the field trip is related to the curriculum standards and benchmarks appropriate for the grade level or course\n indicating that the teacher will make the actual arrangements at the site and describing the kind of transportation to be used\n stating that student safety and accessibility to the trip has been considered\nand  agreeing that a requisition form to pay for entrance fees, tickets, etc. will be submitted General Procedures All activities that involve any student leaving the campus for school-sanctioned activities are construed to be field trips and will fall within these guidelines whether or not district transportation or other transportation is used. 1. The Educational Services Division will support the schools in identifying and aligning the field trip to the curriculum. Using the grade level curriculum map, the teacher will identify and explain the content area that the field trip will support and how student learning will be assessed. 2. All field trips must be curriculum-related and must be accessible to all students. All students must be afforded the opportunity to go on the field trip(s). Hence, student participation in field trips must not be used for disciplinary purposes or sanctions. All regulations in the Little Rock School District Elementary and Secondary Handbook will be followed while on the field trip and in determining eligibility to participate. 3. Field trip requests must be made at least three (3) weeks prior to the date of the field trip. If this timeline is not adhered to, the request may be denied. Schools must cancel trips at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled pick-up time. Failure to do so will result in a one (1) hour regular rate penalty charge to be billed to the school. 3 !X' n .0z.. .\n:\n! n =1 m n :I: en m\na:, \u0026lt;\n=:\nf) .,,\na:, .0, , m ~ C 0 z ~ 0z\ni: \u0026gt; a, m ,~... m !=\" C)\n:\n! ..z.,. ,.\na:, .0, , 0 en \u0026gt;,... .\n,,,, ,~ m::I:\na:,c: en\nc 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ ,... en no :I: C: \u0026gt;\na:, Zn c, m men en LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: IJOA-R (continued) 4. Because of the district's commitment to comply with the No Child Left Behind Act and remove schools from school improvement, it is critical for instructional time to be used wisely. Therefore, field trips will be limited to two (2) field trips per classroom on the elementary schools. Both elementary and secondary principals will submit a quarterly field trip report that will be monitored by the Associate Superintendents. No field trips should be approved during the week of any testing and after May 15th of each year unless approved by the Associate Superintendent for Elementary or Secondary Schools. 5. Since no funds have been centrally budgeted for field trips, each school is responsible for the funding of field trips, with the exception of those field trips, which are financed through special programs or curricular departments. 6. A supply of the Request for Educational Field Trip and the Field Trip Permission forms is available from the Supply Center by requisition . 7. Principals are to thoroughly check all field-trip requests forms to ensure that the required information is complete and correct prior to signing. Principals will be accountable for ensuring that all submitted field trip forms are complete and accurate and that all directives pertaining to field trips are followed. Prior to the field trip, the principal should submit a copy of each field trip form to the appropriate Associate Superintendent. 8. Written parental approval must be given in order for a student to be allowed to participate in a field trip. All documents involving parental approval must be kept on file at the school until the end of the academic year. 9. The Procurement Department will publish a list of approved charter bus companies and reminders of the timeline for requisitions. A purchase requisition must be completed if a charter bus will be the mode of transportation employed. 4 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: IJOA-R (continued) 10. For trips out of the city, a seat assignment list is required. Students should be in their assigned seats during all travel time. 11. An employee of the District must be designated as the emergency contact person for any field trip, which is in progress before or after school hours. The teacher/ administrator conducting the field trip must have the phone number of this emergency contact person. The emergency contact person must have a copy of the field trip list and remain available until all students are returned to the school or their home. The teacher/administrator conducting the field trip and the principal must also have a copy of the list during the field trip. The teacher/administrator who is conducting the field trip will notify the emergency contact person when all students have been returned safely to school or to their homes. 12. If a charter bus is used for transporting students:  The vendor must be on the approved Procurement list.  Insurance certificates for approved charter bus companies are kept on file at Procurement.  Schools are to prepare a requisition, attach a copy of the Request for Educational Field Trip form, and forward to Procurement for purchase order processing.  All payments for charter buses will be via purchase orders. 13. If a private vehicle is used for the transportation of students:  Parents must give permission for their child to ride in a private vehicle.  Proof of insurance must be obtained. Such verification will be kept on file for the duration of the academic year. (A photocopy of the vehicle operator's insurance card showing current coverage will suffice.) The vehicle used for the trip and its driver must have the State's required Arkansas minimum automobile liability insurance coverage.  A seat belt must be available for every passenger and the driver.  The driver must be at least 21 years of age. 14.An appropriate number of chaperones will be secured to ensure student safety and to maintain proper discipline of the students. This ratio will vary by grade level and by the nature of the field trip. 5 !X' (\") 0 z -i ~ (\") ~ m (\") ::r: en m ~\n:\n.f.l,\no 0.. , m ~ 0 0 z ~ 0 z \u0026lt;:I C\u0026gt; ~ z .-.i,\no .0. , 0 en )\u0026gt; r- .\n.i,- ~ m::r:\noc en\n: 0 )\u0026gt; zz ~~ r- en no :cc )\u0026gt;\no Z(\") c, m men en LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: IJOA-R (continued) Additional Considerations State law and issues of liability will be considered in planning and implementing field trips, whether curricular or for athletic events in which private vehicles are utilized. Conditions for the Use of District Vehicles 1. The District can provide transportation for field trips and activities if such field trips or activities are between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1 :30 p.m. during the school day. Saturday and after-school-hour activities must be arranged via the Educational Field Trip Request form. LRSD buses will normally not be available for field trips on Sunday. 2. Arrangements for transportation for regularly-scheduled athletic events will be made with Laidlaw Transportation regarding the number of buses needed and the time when they are needed. 3. No stops will be made for the purpose of feeding students lunch unless previously requested on the Request for Educational Field Trip form. Financial Procedures for Field Trips When Using a LRSD (Laidlaw) Bus 1. Schools must identify the budget account(s) to charge for buses on the Request for Educational Field Trip form when LRSD bus or Laidlaw Transportation is used. If the cost is being split between several schools, all codes must be listed along with the percent allocation to each school. If no account(s) is provided, the request will not be approved and the form will be returned to the school. 2. Once the trip occurs, Laidlaw will bill the LRSD, and the Business Office will subsequently charge the cost of expenses to the budget code(s) provided on the Request for Educational Field Trip form. The Business Office will pay Laidlaw directly for the trip. 3. A copy of the paid invoice will be sent to the principal/department head that has control over the budget code(s) listed. This copy will be the notification of the amount(s) charged to the budget. 6 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: IJOA-R (continued) Third-Party Funders of Field Trips 1. If a third party is paying for the field trip (PTA, etc.), schools must still provide the school budget code on the form. The school budget will be charged, and the school will then be responsible for collecting the amount due from the third party. When this amount is collected, the school must forward the check to the Business Office with instructions on which account(s) to credit. 2. The contract rate with Laidlaw for the year will apply. The time for rate calculations will be from the time the bus arrives at the school until the time the bus returns to be billed in 15-minute intervals. 3. If after a trip the principal/teacher has concerns about the service provided, the principal should call the LRSD liaison with Laidlaw who will then work with Laidlaw to resolve the issues and make necessary adjustments to the invoice. Once the school receives the copy of the Laidlaw invoice, the amount will have already been deducted from the budget code provided on the Request for Educational Field Trip form. Activity Fund When paying for buses using activity accounts, all of the regulations above apply, with the following exceptions: 1. The school should use the activity account code. 2. If a LRSD department is responsible (i.e ., Staff Development, Superintendent's Office), the form must be coded by the responsible department. 3. The school will receive a copy of the paid invoice showing the account code to be charged. 4. An Activity Fund Requisition must be completed and forwarded, along with a copy of the invoice to the Business Office. Date: October 21, 1999 Revised: 7 !l' n 0 .z.. . ~ n =l m n ::c Cl\u0026gt; m ::a \u0026lt;\n::: .f.l, ::a 0.. , m ~ C 0 z ~ 0z\nr: \u0026gt; a, m ,~... m !'=' C) ~ z..... ,. ::a .0. , 0 Cl\u0026gt; ,\u0026gt;...\n..s,o ~ m::c ::a \u0026lt;= Cl\u0026gt;\nr: 0\u0026gt; zz ~~ ,-Cl\u0026gt; no ::c \u0026lt;= \u0026gt;::ti Zn c, m men Cl\u0026gt; REQUEST FOR EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIP Required for all students leaving campus for school activities Request must be made at least three (3) weeks before date of field trip. Date: _____ School: _________ Grade Level: _______ _ Teacher/Teachers making arrangements for the field trip Emergency Contact Person: _____________ Phone#: __________ _ Using the grade level curriculum map, identify and explain the content area that this field trip supports and how you will assess student learning. Date of Field Trip: ______ _ Destination(s) ______________ _ (including stops for lunch) Address(s): _______________ _ Means of Transportation: D LRSD Bus D Approved Charter Bus D Insured Private Car Time LEAVING School: _______ _ Time LOADING to Return: ___________ _ (9:00 a.m. earliest for LRSD Buses) (1 :30 p.m. latest for LRSD Buses) Number of students going on the field trip: ____ _ Number of Buses needed: _____ _ (Maximum capacity LRSD bus: 65) Request for sack lunches must be made to the Child Nutrition Manager two (2) weeks prior to the field trip. BUDGET CODE: ____________________________ _ Checklists (To be completed by the principal): Insurance verification obtained \u0026amp; on file Does this trip conflict with other scheduled events? Are any children being deprived of the trip because of economic issues? Requisition is attached (if applicable) YES NO 8 YES Field trip permission slips on file? __ Has student safety been considered and the school nurse notified? List of Participants to: Teacher/Administrator Emergency Contact Person (ECP) NO Professional leave requested (if applicable) __ _ Principal Date Copies should be distributed to the following: White Copy - Laidlaw Yellow Copy - Laidlaw Teacher/Administrator has ECP's Phone# Contact Teacher Pink Copy - Associate Superintendent Elementary/Secondary Schools Gold Copy - School 9 Date !\" n .0z.. . ~ n =l m n ::c V, m :,:, \u0026lt;\n::\nfl \"II :,:, 0 \"II m ~ 0 0 z ~ 0z !I:  a, m ,~... m ~ C) ~ .z.. . \"II :,:, 0 \"II 0 V, ,... ?\"~ \"II m::c :,:, C: V, !I: 0  zz ~~ ,... V, no ::c C: :,:, Zn c, m m v, V, Name of School Field Trip Permission Form LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT ---------------- Contact Teacher ---------------- An educational field trip is planned for your child's class or group to visit ________ _ ______________ on ________________ _ (MONTH) (DAY) (YEAR) The pupils will be transported by: LRSD Bus D Insured Private Car D Approved Charter Bus D I, as parent or legal guardian, give permission for _________________ _ to go on this educational field trip. (SIGNATURE) (DATE) (PUPIL'S NAME) 10 Form #113 Reviewed 7 /05 DATE: TO: July 28, 2005 Board of Directors LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Personnel Changes BACKGROUND: None RATIONALE: To staff allocated positions within the District FUNDING: Operating Fund RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the following personnel changes be approved at the indicated positions, salaries and classifications. In accordance with A.C.A. 6-17-1502, it is recommended that one additional year of probationary status is provided for all teachers who have been employed in a school district in this state for three (3) consecutive years. Teachers with an effective date of employment after August 19, 2005 for regular schools are considered intern teachers. Teachers with an effective date of employment after August 8, 2005 for EYE are considered intern teachers. PREPARED BY: David E. HartPs~~r Director of Human Resources !II n .0z.. . $! n ::1 m n :c en m :\u0026gt;:\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;:\n,, \"D :\u0026gt;:\u0026gt; 0 \"D m ~ C 0 z ~ 0z\ni::  m m ,~.. m !'=I C) $! z... . \"D :\u0026gt;:\u0026gt; 0 \"D 0 en ,.. Personnel Changes Page 2 July 28, 2005 NAME START DATE/ POSITION / SCHOOL END DATE Resignations/Terminations Certified Emelolees Darr, Kimberly Elementary II/ 8-07-02 Reason : Accepted another OTTER CREEK 7-18-05 position Kennedy, Barbara Library Media 8-20-90 Reason: Leaving the city Specialist/ 8-01-05 DODD Scott, Glenda Elementary IV/ 8-11-04 Reason: Accepted another WILSON 7-11-05 position Skarda, Natalie Special Education/ 8-1-01 Reason: Accepted another CHICOT 7-1-05 position Tidball, Holly Music/ 8-11-04 Reason: Leaving the city RIGHTSELL 7-14-05 New Certified Emelolees Broadnax, Amy Elementary Ill/ 8-11-05 KING Grisham, Laura Art/ 8-11-05 OTTER CREEK Hill, Dorothy Elementary II/ 8-11-05 MEADOWCLIFF Kelley, Karen Elementary II/ 8-11-05 FRANKLIN Lewis, Casey 4 Yr Old/ 8-11-05 FRANKLIN Nickerson, Vickie Elementary I/ 8-11-05 MCDERMOTT SALARY ANNUAL CLASS SALARY 1-04 32350.00 TCH925 6-19 57364.00 LIB950 2-17 49217.00 TCH925 4-05 38041.00 SPE925 1-01 30040.00 TCH925 1-01 30040.00 TCH925 1-12 41593.00 TCH925 4-19 54561.00 TCH925 1-08 36972.00 TCH925 1-02 30617.00 4YR925 4-18 53061 .00 TCH925 Personnel Changes Page 3 July 28, 2005 NAME Romain, Kim Swann, Julie Van Alstyne, Vicki Wilson, Celeste POSITION / SCHOOL Elementary IV/ WAKEFIELD Elementary Ill/ WAKEFIELD Special Education/ CHICOT Elementary I/ FULBRIGHT Certified Promotions NONE Certified Transfers NONE START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL END DATE CLASS SALARY 8-11-05 1-01 30040.00 TCH925 8-11-05 1-03 31195.00 TCH925 8-11-05 1-10 39283.00 SPE925 8-11-05 1-01 30040.00 TCH925 Resignations/Terminations Non-Certified Employees Webb, Brenda Reason: Personal Young, Ossie Reason: Retired Hart-Grayson, Mary Nurse/ 9-28-04 52-8 33528.00 WILSON 6-06-05 NURSES Child Nutrition/ 8-15-90 3-14 9933.00 MABELVALE MIDDLE 6-06-05 FSH550 New Non-Certified Employees NONE Non-Certified Transfers Transferred from CLK 11 - Child Nutrition to CLK 10 - Child Nutrition !I' (\") 0 .z... . ~ (\") =l m (\") ::c U\u0026gt; m ~\n=\n.~., ::a .0. , m ~ 0 0 z ~ 0z 31:  ID m i m !=' C) ~ ..z.... ,. ::a .0. , 0 U\u0026gt; .... LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 DATE: TO: July 28, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Second Reading - Board Policy FA: New Facilities Development Goal BACKGROUND: The promotion of buildings that are environmentally responsible is at the forefront of planning for energy and resource conservation at the local, state and national levels. The District is committed to contributing to the environmental and economic sustainability of our City and State. RATIONALE: In an effort to promote a positive effect on the City's environment and healthy places for students to learn and employees to work, the attached policy is presented for the Board's approval. New construction of District buildings will utilize sustainable design practices that will decrease the negative impact of buildings on the environment and occupant health while reducing operating and maintenance costs. FUNDING: Bond Account RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the Board approve Policy FA as attached. PREPARED BY: Mark D. Milhollen Chief Financial Officer f\u0026gt; 1 0 \"ti m ::0 :.1 0 0 ~ ::i 0 z 31: \u0026gt; CD m ,~.... m !'=I C) ~ .z.. . \"ti ::0 0 \"ti 0 U) ,\u0026gt;.... LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: FA New Facilities Development Goal The Board of Education is committed to promoting the conservation of energy and natural resources for new construction of District facilities. This approach will provide a positive effect on the City's environment and ensure healthy places for students to learn and employees to work. The promotion of buildings that are environmentally responsible is at the forefront of planning for energy and resource conservation at the local, state and national levels. The District will join in this effort through planning, designing, constructing and operating District-owned buildings and facilities by utilizing sustainable design practices that will decrease the negative impact of building on the environment and occupant health while reducing operating and maintenance costs. The District will adopt the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED-NC) rating system for new construction of District-owned facilities (or other nationally recognized rating system). Adopted: References: U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design system LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 DATE: TO: FROM: July 28, 2005 Board of Directors Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Contract Extension for Technology Services BACKGROUND: After the successful millage election in May 2000, the District began contracting for technology services for the development and implementation of the LRSD Technology Plan. In the beginning two consulting firms were under contract: ATS\u0026amp;R to address the physical infrastructure and EDS to work with District staff to create and implement a new technology plan. As technology projects have been completed, contracts for technology services have been reduced as shown in the chart below. The current District contract with Education Innovations - Sharon Dowdy which began in 2004 expired on June 30, 2005. Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Budget 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 Total EDS 349,849 840,000 840,000 203,419 2,233,268 ATS\u0026amp;R 255,619 255,619 Education Innovations 77,937 79,500 157,437 605,468 840,000 840,000 203,419 77,937 79,500 2,646,324 RATIONALE: Discussions during last year's contract presentation process indicated that 2004-2005 could be the last year this service would be needed by the District. Several major events have caused a re-evaluation of our previous position. 1. Three of our most critical technology related contracts end either at 6/30/06 or 6/30/07 at which time new RFPs will have to be developed and responses evaluated. :.n., z )\u0026gt; z n \u0026gt;,... ::0 .m., 0 ~ ?\u0026lt; n 5 en z C'l ::0 m 3: )\u0026gt; ::0 .f.l, ::0 0.. , m ~ C 0 z ~ 0z 3: )\u0026gt; m m ,~... m !::I C'l ~ ..z.. ., ::0 0.. , 0 ,~... Those contracts include our wide area network lease\nlocal, long distance, and cellular phone service\nand telephone system maintenance. 2. Federal E-Rate processes and procedures are continually becoming more complex, making the securing of funds a much more technical and time consuming process. 3. The evaluation and implementation of an automated agenda management system is scheduled to begin in August 2005. Other factors that also should be considered: 1. Cost/Benefit The cost of entering into this contract is far outweighed by the amount of revenue received from E-Rate funds each year. Since the District began using a consultant to assist with E-Rate filings for 2001-2002, the amount of revenue funded for E-Rate projects has been over $ 1 million annually. The chart below shows the District's funding received since the inception of the program in 1998: E-Rate Funds Received Total E-Rate Funded 1998-2001 627,120 2001-2002 2,777,603 2002-2003 1,264,968 2003-2004 3,075,463 2004-2005 1,385,105 Total E-Rate Funded 2001 - 2005 8,503,139 2. Requests for Proposal (RFP) Writing technology-related RFPs requires a level of technical sophistication not currently required for routine operation of the District. A multi-million dollar telecommunications RFP must be developed and evaluated and contracts signed before E-Rate applications can be filed in January 2006. The current value of that contract is approximately $ 1.8 million annually. Other technology-related projects arise each year that are one-time projects requiring technical assistance. For example, during 2004-05 Ms. Dowdy helped write and evaluate the RFP for webbased access to student grades (Edline) and assisted in writing the RFP for online Board agenda software as well as conducting reference checks on potential vendors. The evaluation phase of the online agenda RFP is scheduled for August.  Future projects under consideration that will require outside technical assistance are:  District-wide document management system  Textbook inventory software  Applicant tracking  Centralized library management system  Expansion of media retrieval systems These potential projects, if funded, will require assistance in research and writing of technical specifications, conducting technical pre-bid conferences, coordinating vendor presentations, conducting reference checks, and conducting project coordination meetings. 3. Project Management For the most part, implementation of E-Rate projects is handled by LRSD staff. However, in some cases where a different level of technical expertise is required, the services of an independent project manager are needed. A current example would be the remaining two (2) complete Safari installations and final review and sign-off for six (6) more. To meet E-rate requirements those installations must be complete by September 30. We have also been funded for smaller video systems at four elementary schools that will be installed this year. 4. Current Staff Impact A portion of the work done by Education Innovations is of a technical nature requiring expertise that is not available in the District, while some components of the work could be done by District staff in Computer Information Services and Instructional Technology. However, a change of this magnitude will negatively impact the District's resources that are currently being focused on the support of our technology needs. The current staffing levels and responsibilities of the two departments impacted by this contract are outlined below. Computer Information Services Current staff: Director, 1 Operations Manager, 3 Operations Specialists (AS/400), 5 Applications Specialists, 1 Help Desk Specialist, 1 Systems Engineer (servers), 1 System Engineer (desktop), 1 Training Coordinator, 9 Computer Technicians, 1 Telephone Technician and .5 Secretary. This staff is responsible for:  Coordination and support of CIMS software running on IBM AS/400 system. All major hardware and software issues are escalated to the IT Director.  Coordination and support of data interface integration of electronic gradebook and web-based grade access for parents.  Coordination and support of all software initiatives including participation in the evaluation and approval process.  Implementation and support of District's server farm, including maintaining all user accounts and email in an active directory environment.  Coordinate all technology related software/hardware products used throughout the District.  Responsible for training all users on the District's Student Management system, including attendance, grading, transcripts, scheduling, and maintaining demographic data.  Support approximately 8,000 desktop computers District-wide, including overall approval and use of all desktop software.  Responsible for automation of all District cafeterias using BonAppetit software application. .:-,.n, z \u0026gt;z (\") ,\u0026gt;-\n,:, .m.,, 0 ~ ?\u0026lt; (\") ,- 0 en z C,\n,:, m\nc \u0026gt;\n,:, fl ..,,\n,:, .0., , m\n,:, ::\n1 0 0 z ~ 0z\nc \u0026gt; tD m ~ rm !=' C, .z~.. ..,,\n,:, .0., , 0 en ,\u0026gt;-  Support and maintain PBX phone system District-wide including, approximately 4,000 phone sets and voicemail for all employees. Instructional Technology Current staff: Coordinator, 3 instructional technology specialists, and .5 secretary. This staff is responsible for:  Coordination and support of library media program, including professional development of library staff, support of library automation system, development of library protocols, and monitoring of library resources  Implementation, training and support for the District's electronic gradebook and parent web access to student grades. There will be an expansion of 4 schools on the gradebook and 8 schools on parent web access in the 2005-2006 school year.  Development and implementation of technology training classes for teachers, including basic productivity tools and instructional software tools that are integrated into the curriculum  Coordination of training and monitoring of 25 sites that have Compass Learning software, working to ensure that the software is fully integrated with LRSD curriculum goals  Implementation, training and support for Safari video networks in 13 District sites.  Oversight of all E-rate applications, keeping current on program rule changes, preparing for audits and site visits, submitting documentation on review processes and appeals, and maintaining E-rate records  Coordination of the LRSD Technology Committee  Leadership of LRSD Technology Planning efforts 5. E-rate Comparison with Other Districts Arkansas districts were surveyed about their E-Rate application process, funding and use of consultants. The table below shows the result of that research. Arkansas Districts 2001-2002 2002-2003 2003-2004 2004-2005 Comments Fayetteville $137,700 $105,461 $143,742 $159,087 Do not use consultant. Apply only for telco services. Fort Smith $427,362 $178,933 $168,981 $146,265 Do not use consultant. Apply only for telco services. LRSD $2,777,603 $1,564,968 $3,075,463 $1 ,385,105 Apply for telco, internal connections, system maintenance. NLRSD $0 $0 $80,255 $66,825 Began using paid consultant in 2003-2004. PCSSD $0 $81 ,288 $88,422 $85,583 Do not use consultant. Do not apply for more because they don't have enough helo. Rogers $0 $0 $0 $0 Do not apply for e-rate funding. Springdale $47,017 $51,724 $68,068 $355,011 Do not use consultant. Texarkana, AR $0 $51 ,070 $75,370 $51 ,753 Apply only for telco. For 05-06 added staff so they could apply for more. FUNDING: The one (1) year request of $78,000 plus travel expenses will be funded by the Dedicated Maintenance and Operations fund. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board approve the attached Agreement for the 2005-2006 school year. PREPARED BY: Mark D. Milhollen Chief Financial Officer '...\",' z z\u0026gt; n ,\u0026gt;-\n,o m \"D 0 ~ ?\u0026lt; ,n- 0 u, z C'l\n,o m 3: \u0026gt;\n,o fl \"D\n,o 0 \"D m\n,o ~ 0 0 z ~ 0 z 3: \u0026gt; ID m ~ rm !=' C'l ~ .z.. . \"D\n,o 0 \"D 0 u, \u0026gt;,- National Districts 2001-2002 2002-2003 2003-2004 2004-2005 Comments Indianapolis, IN $1,413,319 $993,123 $1,400,522 $1,494,124 Do not use consultant. Apply only for telco because process takes too much lime. Caddo Parish, $153,204 $2,056,389 $933,605 $539,599 Do not use consultant. LA Apply only for telco because process takes too much lime. Norfolk, VA $902,703 $682,786 $812,456 $979,572 Do not use consultant. Hired extra staff fore-rate. Chatham County, $48,821 $2,009,982 $1,794,221 $2,981 ,315 Do not use consultant. GA Muscogee County, $609,527 $747,105 $895,556 $393,059 Use a paid consultant for GA very larae contracts. 2. 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ClklRev 3/11.8 7 :.n., z z\u0026gt; (\") \u0026gt;,.. ::0 m \"D 0 ~ ?'\u0026lt; ,(.\".) 0 en z C) ::0 m\nc \u0026gt; ::0 f\u0026gt; \"D ::0 0 \"D m ~ C 0 z ~ 0 z\nc \u0026gt; ID m ~ ,\u0026gt;.. m !=' C) ~ z --\u0026lt; \"D ~ \"D 0 en \u0026gt;,.. rn C 0 z ~ 0 z en 0.. , \"D ::0 0 \"D m ::0 AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACTED SERVICES THIS AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACTED SERVICES (this \"Agreement\") is made and entered into as of the 1st day of July, 2005, by and between the LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT (the \"District\") and Education Innovations -Sharon Dowdy (\"Contractor\"). A. The District desires for Contractor to provide the services described in the Statement of Work to be Performed section of this Agreement for the cost set forth in this Agreement and subject to the other terms and provisions of this Agreement. B. Contractor has represented to the District that it has the knowledge and expertise to perform the Services for the price specified in this Agreement. C. The District and Contractor desire to enter into this Agreement to set forth their agreements with respect to the services to be provided by Contractor as well as the compensation to be paid Contractor by the District. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing, the District and Contractor hereby agree as follows: 1. Statement of Work to be Performed - Contractor agrees to provide, in accordance with the highest professional standards of care, the services (the \"Services\"): Technology Related Request for Proposal Development  Develop Telecommunications RFP (WAN and phone service) in conjunction with LRSD Procurement staff  Develop additional technology related RFPs, including, but not limited to, PC specifications, network electronics, video PBX systems, cabling, etc.  Assist in evaluation of technology-related RFP's  Participate in Technology Committee meetings  Update LRSD Technology Plan as needed Online Automated Agenda Management System Project  Act as project manager for implementation of online automated agenda management system  Plan and facilitate regular meetings with project personnel including both LRSD staff and vendor team  Create implementation timelines with vendor and LRSD staff  Assist in preparation of materials lists and purchase orders for the system  Communicate with LRSD staff on all aspects of project implementation  Coordinate implementation schedule with vendor and LRSD staff  Monitor progress of implementation schedule and notify LRSD of any problems  Manage budget for project  Work with vendor on content of training sessions  Coordinate training schedule with LRSD staff  Monitor training sessions E-rate  Advise on types of E-rate filings that would benefit LRSD  Prepare all E-rate applications and submit to LRSD for review  Research and prepare documentation related to E-rate applications  Organize documentation for all E-rate related applications  Research and prepare correspondence related to E-rate Program Integrity and Selective Review requests  Research and prepare appeal documents  Do background research on FCC rules and orders related to E-rate  Assist LRSD vendors in all types of E-rate filings Media Retrieval Projects  Act as project manager for implementation of Safari system at 8 new sites  Plan and facilitate regular meetings with project personnel including both LRSD staff and vendor team  Create implementation timelines for each site working with vendor and LRSD construction managers  Assist in preparation of materials lists and purchase orders for the systems  Walk schools with vendor and LRSD construction managers to determine locations and technical needs of head end rooms  Communicate with principals on all aspects of project implementation  Coordinate implementation schedule with vendor and LRSD construction managers  Monitor progress of implementation schedule and notify LRSD of any problems  Manage budget for project  Work with vendor on content of training sessions  Coordinate training schedule with principals and staff  Monitor training sessions  Oversee maintenance service at 11 existing Safari sites 2 fl 0\"\"\"\" \"m\" \"..\".. -\u0026lt; C 0 z .).\u0026gt;.. 0 z 3: )\u0026gt; tD m r- \u0026lt; )\u0026gt; mr- :..n., z )\u0026gt; z n .\u0026gt;... \"m\" \"0\" ~ ?\u0026lt; n r- 0 (J) z C) \"m\" 3: )\u0026gt; \"\" !=' C) ~ .z.. . \"\"\"\" 0 \"0\" (J) )\u0026gt; r- !T1 C 0 z ~ 0z (J) .0.. , \"\"\"\" 0 \"m\" \"\" Other Possible RFP Development:  Human Resources Applicant Tracking System  District Wide Document Management System  Textbook Inventory System  Student ID System 2. Nature and Scope of Engagement - The District hereby retains Contractor to perform the Services and the District agrees to pay for the Services as provided in Section 4. The Contractor accepts the engagement to perform the Services and agrees to provide such services to the District, all as set forth herein. Contractor will not subcontract or otherwise engage subcontractors to perform the Services without prior written approval from the District. 3. Term -The term of this Agreement shall be July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006. 4. Compensation. Contractor will be paid a total of $78,000 for the Services payable in twelve installments of $6,500 in monthly arrears plus reimbursement of travel expenses directly attributable to perform LRSD work also billed monthly in arrears. When travel expenses are paid by Little Rock School District, the consultant will work exclusively on LRSD projects. 5. Independent Contractor - Contractor agrees that it is an independent contractor in performing the Services. As an independent contractor, Contractor's duties are limited as provided in this Agreement, and it does not have, and agrees it will not hold itself out as having, any authority to represent or obligate the District as an officer, employee or agent. 6. Indemnification and Legal Compliance - The Contractor shall at all times observe and fully comply with any and all Federal, State and local laws, statutes, orders, ordinances and regulations. Contractor agrees to save, hold harmless and to indemnify the District, its agents, employees, officers and board members against any and all liability, losses, claims or costs of whatsoever kind or nature relative to the performance of this Agreement or any occurrence or accident in connection with inadequate design, breach of contract, material failure, default or the performance of any work, services or products supplied pursuant to this Agreement. Further, Contractor shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the District, its agents, employees, officers and board members from any lawsuits, causes of action, claims, liabilities and damages, of any kind and nature, including but not limited to, attorneys' fees and costs, arising out of the performance of this Agreement whether attributable in whole or in part to any act, omission or negligence of the District, its agents or employees, including, but not limited to, any and all lawsuits, causes of action, claims, liabilities, and damages which the District, its agents or employees may sustain by reason of any failure of Contractor to indemnify as provided herein\nor any failure by Contractor to otherwise perform its obligations pursuant to this Agreement, or by reason of the injury to or death of any person or persons or the damage to, loss of use of or destruction of any property resulting from the work undertaken herein. 3 7. Conflict of Interest - Contractor represents and warrants that no director or employee of the District is in any manner interested directly or indirectly in this Agreement or in any of the expected profits which might arise from this Agreement. Contractor further represents and warrants that no attempt has been made to influence or gain favorable advantage by communicating directly or indirectly with any official of the District. 8. Civil Rights Act Compliance\nNo Discrimination- Contractor agrees that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88-352) and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to the regulations of the Department of Education (34 C.F.R. Part 100) issued pursuant to that title. Contractor further agrees that it shall not discriminate against, or segregate, a person or group of persons on account of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, natioal origin, ancestry, disability or condition of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) or AIDS-related complex in carrying out its duties and obligations pursuant to this Agreement nor shall Contractor or any person claiming under or through Contractor establish or permit any such practice or practices of discrimination or segregation. In the event the District permits subcontracting under this Agreement, Contractor agrees to include provisions similar to the foregoing in any subcontracts entered into between Contractor and any Subcontractor. Contractor assures the District that it will immediately take any measures necessary to effectuate the foregoing provisions of this Agreement. Contractor further agrees to comply with all other applicable requirements of federal, state and local laws, ordinances or regulations regarding nondiscrimination in employment. 9. Termination - This Agreement may be terminated for cause by either party in the event a representation or warranty set forth herein is untrue in any material respect. This Agreement may also be terminated in the event there is any breach of a material provision of this Agreement which is not cured within ten ( 10) days following written notice to the defaulting party. Contractor's representations and warranties shall survive any termination of this Agreement. In the event of termination for cause, either party shall have all rights and remedies available under Arkansas law or applicable federal law. The District may also terminate without cause with 30 days written notice to the Contractor. In this case, the District will only be liable for pro-rata amounts and incurred travel due the Contractor through the date of termination. 10. Examination of Contractor Records - The District shall have access to and the right to examine any directly pertinent books, documents, papers and records of Contractor involving transactions relating to this Agreement at any reasonable time during the term of this Agreement as well as for a period of three (3) years following the termination of this Agreement. 4 !=' G') z~ -\u0026lt; \"D\n,o 0 \"D 0 V, ,\u0026gt;- ~ .., z z\u0026gt; (\") ,\u0026gt;-\n,o m \"D 0\n,o -\u0026lt; 11. Miscellaneous - 11.1 Severability - If a court holds any part, term or provision of this Agreement to be unenforceable, the validity of the remaining portions shall not be affected, and the rights and obligations of the parties shall be construed and enforced as if this Agreement did not contain the objectionable part, term or prov1s1on. 11.2 Headings - The headings which appear in this Agreement have been inserted for the purpose of convenience and ready reference. They are not intended to, and shall not be deemed to define, limit or extend the scope or intent of any provision hereof. 11.3 Entire Agreement - This Agreement has been negotiated and prepared by the parties equally and shall not be construed as having been drafted by one party. When fully executed, it shall supercede any and all prior and existing Agreements, either oral or in writing. This Agreement (including any exhibits) contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof. 11.4 Request for Qualifications/Request for Proposals - In the event there is a Request for Qualifications or Request for Proposals attached to this Agreement, such document shall be incorporated into this Agreement by reference. 11 .5 Amendments - Any amendment or modification of this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by the parties to this Agreement. 11 .6 Assignment - This Agreement is not assignable by either party without the prior consent of the other party. 11.7 Governing Law and Jurisdiction - The laws of the State of Arkansas shall govern the parties' rights and obligations under this Agreement. The parties agree that this Agreement was negotiated in the State of Arkansas and agree that any litigation arising out of this Agreement shall be brought in the State of Arkansas. 11.8 Attorneys' Fees and Costs - If any suit or other proceeding is instituted by either party pertaining to this Agreement or the obligations hereunder, the prevailing party, in addition to any other relief the court may award, shall be entitled to its costs, expenses and reasonable attorneys' fees. 11.9 Notice - Any notice, consent, request or other communication required or permitted hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when either (i) 5 personally delivered to the intended recipient, or (ii) sent, by certified or registered mail, return-receipt requested, addressed to the intended recipient at the address specified below its signature on the signature page of this Agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement effective as of the date set forth above. THE DISTRICT: Little Rock School District By: (print) Name: Title: Director of Procurement Signature: Address for Notice: 1800 East Sixth Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 6 CONTRACTOR: Education Innovations By: (print) Name: __________ _ Title: _________ _ Signature: Address for Notice: !\"\" \"C\n:c 0 \"C m .\n.:.c. -\u0026lt; C 0 z .\u0026gt;... 0z 3:: \u0026gt; 0, m,.... \u0026lt;\u0026gt; ,.... m :..n., z z\u0026gt; n ,\u0026gt;....\n:c m \"C 0 ~ ?\u0026lt; ,n... . 0 u, z c\n,\n:c m 3:: \u0026gt; ~ c\n, ~ .z.. . \"C\n:c 0 \"C 0 u, ,\u0026gt;.... DATE: TO: FROM: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 July 28, 2005 Board of Directors Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Property Donation BACKGROUND: The Ashley Company, a commercial real estate development corporation of North Little Rock, has made an offer to the Little School District in the form of a donation of 22.62 acres of vacant land valued at $305,000. This property is located at the Mabelvale Cut-off at Heinke Road immediately adjacent and adjoining properties owned by the Little Rock School District that house Mabelvale Elementary School. The property is presently owned by Conservative Development Company (CDC) whose representative is the Ashley Company of North Little Rock. RATIONALE: While in the process of securing permission to locate portable buildings at Mabelvale Elementary School, the Ashley Company was contacted\nand, as a result, offered the Little Rock School District approximately 23 acres of undeveloped property immediately to the north and east and adjoining Mabelvale Elementary School. The property is partially cleared but most is heavily wooded. The Ashley Company is making the donation on the part of the Conservative Development Company who desires to make this donation to the Little Rock School District. An appraisal of the property has been completed, and the value is shown to be $305,000. A title commitment has been secured from Beech Abstract, and additional transactions will take place to secure the title to this property once\nThis project was supported in part by a Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives project grant from The Andrew W. 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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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 RECENEO Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 7220 l Mr. M. Samuel Jones III )\\)~ i O 1005 OtS~G\\\\~~m~~ ~o~uorullG Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 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 June 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. 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 Employu UNITED STATES DISTRJCT COURT EASTERN DISTRJCT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRJCT PLAINTIFF V. No. LR-C-82-866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRJCT 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 June 2005. Respectfully Submitted, cott Smitli, r 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 June 30, 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. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. M. Samuel Jones, III Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol, Suite 1800 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 June 30, 2005 aifil!p_oJh~mlo.f~1Lq7lYi0i6J~fM-'. ~J.~][Qtje~Q\"g~caia1ea'tbelSfate i=ouoaruion\nEunaHJ]JdiDi\nv.o:110srsuojectrtltP.eriocffc:aaiustmems! 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 June 30, 2005 us.tmenfs1 C. Process and distribute State MFPA. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 01:rrv,_w31 :2ocls:,nsri1Sm1ow,\u0026amp;rs1at~~1:rr,\nc1\nIilioei mi:105:were:a's foll~ f~~~~-~~- l'I .B __ ,_,_.._$ __ , =.!c- J='-- ecsso,.E$54\n3201)~9A ttrra:a11otmems])fislrue\n'founaati6\"nIF.:-Una~cfJ.ocJ~xo4765lirMa'Vi3,1~ 20.crst:sQQJec110:perioafcad1ustmem~LWere.as:ronows\nD. 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 June 30, 2005 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 -1. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS (Continued) E. Desegregation Staff Attorney reports the Magnet Operational Charge to the Fiscal Services Office. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 .uMi~lW~ 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 LRSD based upon the Magnet Operational Charge. G. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 LRSD on November 10, 2004. Process and distribute state aid for Magnet Operational Charge. 1. Projected Ending Date Last day of each month, August - June. 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 H. 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 2005 01srnit11osfloo6ii'ii0j10St'at\n\u0026amp;1avi3\nW2oos\u0026amp;oo 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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. In March 2005, General Finance was notified to pay the second 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 June 30, 2005 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 In March 2005, General Finance made the second one-third payment to the Districts for their FY 04/05 transportation budget. The budget is now paid out in three equal installments. At March 2005, the following had been paid for FY 04/05: LRSD - $2,650,087.34 NLRSD - $550,666.66 PCSSD - $1,690,442.44 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 June 30, 2005 5 -1. 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 June 30, 2005 (Continued) In August 1997, the ADE transportation coordinator reviewed each district's Magnet and M-to-M transportation costs for FY 96/97. In July 1998, each district was asked to submit an 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-M 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 2. Ongoing, as stated in Exhibit A of the Implementation Plan. Actual as of June 30, 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 June 30, 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 have 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 June 30, 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 buses 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 June 30, 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. 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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. 2. Projected Ending Date Ongoing through July 1, 1999. See Settlement Agreement page 24. Actual as of June 30, 2005 The LRSD received $3,000,000 on September 10, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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. 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 Monitoring 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 lmprovemerit 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 June 30, 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, technical 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 visits. 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 June 30, 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 Monii.oring 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. 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 June 30, 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. 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 June 30, 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 Group 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 June 30, 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 10, 2002 at 1 :30 p.m. in room 201-A at the ADE. The quarterly Implementation Phase Working Group meeting was rescheduled from October 10. 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 10, 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 June 30, 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 Desegregation 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 Desegregation 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 June 30, 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. On May 3, 2005, 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 PCSSD has petitioned to be released from some desegregation monitoring. There was discussion in the last legislative session that suggested all three districts in Pulaski County should seek unitary status. Legislators also discussed the possibility of having two school districts in Pulaski County instead of three. An Act was passed by the Legislature to conduct a feasability study of having only a north school district and a south school district in Pulaski County. Removing Jacksonville from the PCSSD is also being studied. The next Implementation Phase Working Group Meeting is scheduled for July 7, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section IV.E. of this report. B. 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 June 30, 2005 The information for this item is detailed 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 2005 A committee within the ADE was formed in May 1995 to review and collect data on existing legislation and regulations identified by 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 81st 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 81st 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 June 30, 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 November 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 June 30, 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 desegregation. 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 June 30, 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. 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 10, 2001 in Conference Room 204-B 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-B 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 Ongoing C. 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 iri 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 format. 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 June 30, 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 PMTwas 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 June 30, 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 ADE'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 June 30, 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 June 30, 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 ADE 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 June 30, 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. 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 ManagementTool, 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 June 30, 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 10, 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. On October 9, 2000, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of September. 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 June 30, 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. 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 10, 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 June 30, 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 month of December. On February 10, 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 ManagementTool, 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 June 30, 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. 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, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the months of November and December. On February 14, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of January. On March 14, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of February. On April 11, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of March. On May 9, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education reviewed and approved the PMT and its executive summary for the month of April. 38 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 June 30, 2005 (Continued) 39 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 June 30, 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. 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 June 30, 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. 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. 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 June 30, 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 for the 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. 42 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 June 30, 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 Magnet 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 June 30, 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 43 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) C. Through the ERIC system, conduct a literature search for research evaluating compensatory education programs. (Continued) D. 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 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. 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 June 30, 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 June 30, 2005 The information for this item is detailed under Section VI.F. of this report. 44 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. 1. Projected Ending Date Ongoing 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 and 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. 45 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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. 46 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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. 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. 47 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 (ACT AAP). On August 16, 1999, professional development on ways to increase student achievement and the components of the new ACTAAP 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 ACT AAP 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 ACT AAP program, and ACT 999 of 1999. However, Southwest Middle School administrators had a need to reschedule, therefore the workshop will be rescheduled. 48 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 (Continued) On January 10, 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 ACTAAP 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 ACT AAP 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. 49 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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. 50 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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. 51 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 10 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. 52 'l VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 LEP 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. 53 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 for 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 held 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. 54 \" VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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's 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. 55 'I VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 Checklist 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. 56 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 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 curriculum, assessment and instruction workshop with Bena Kallick presenting. 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. 57 'I VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 (Continued) The Twenty-First Annual Curriculum and Instruction Conference, co-sponsored by the Arkansas Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development and the Arkansas Department of Education, will be held June 24-26, 2002, at the Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs, Arkansas. \"Ignite Your Enthusiasm for Learning\" is the theme for this year's conference, which will feature educational consultant, Dr. Debbie Silver, as well as other very knowledgeable presenters. Additionally, there will be small group sessions on Curriculum Alignment, North Central Accreditation, Section 504, Building Level Assessment, Administrator Standards, Data Disaggregation, and National Board. The Educational Accountability Unit of the ADE hosted a workshop entitled \"Strategies for Increasing Achievement on the ACTAAP Benchmark Examination\" on June 13-14, 2002 at the Agora Center in Conway. The workshop was presented for schools in which 100% of students scored below the proficient level on one or more parts of the most recent Benchmark Examination. The agenda included presentations on \"The Plan-Do-Check-Act Instructional Cycle\" by the nationally known speaker Pat Davenport. ADE personnel provided an explanation of the MPH point program. Presentations were made by Math and Literacy Specialists. Dr. Charity Smith, Assistant Director for Accountability, gave a presentation about ACTAAP. Break out sessions were held, in which school districts with high scores on the MPH point program offered strategies and insights into increasing student achievement. The NLRSD, LRSD, and PCSSD were invited to attend. The NLRSD attended the workshop. The Smart Start Summer Conference took place on July 8-9, 2002, at the Little Rock Statehouse Convention Center and Peabody Hotel. The Smart Start Initiative focuses on improving reading and mathematics achievement for all students in Grades K-4. The event included remarks by Ray Simon, Director of the ADE. After comments by the Director, Bena Kallick presented the keynote address \"Beyond Mapping: Essential Questions, Assessment, Higher Order Thinking\". This was followed by a series of breakout sessions on best classroom practices. On the second day, Vivian Moore gave the keynote address \"Overcoming Obstacles: Avenues for Student Success\". Krista Underwood gave the presentation \"Put Reading First in Arkansas\". This was followed by a series of breakout sessions on best classroom practices. 58 VI. REMEDIATION (Continued) F. Evaluate the impact of the use of resources for technical assistance. (Continued) 2. Actual as of June 30, 2005 (Continued) The Smart Step Summer Conference took place on July 10-11, 2002, at the Little Rock Statehouse Convention Center and Peabody Hotel. 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IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF AR.KANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT V. NO. 4:82CV00866WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, ET AL. MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL. KA THERINE KNIGHT, ET AL. PCSSD REPLY TO NLRSD RESPONSE TO PCSSD MOTION REGARDING SCHOOL CHOICE The PCSSD for its reply, states: The NLRSD Has Been Declared Unitary As to  Student Assignment And Racial Balance RECEIVED JUN - 1 2005 OFFICE OF DESEGREGATION MONITORING PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS The critical distinction between the status of the NLRSD and the PCS SD is this: The NLRSD was declared unitary as to student racial balance and student assignments years ago; the PCSSD does not enjoy this adjudication and remains obligated to seek and maintain racial balance. Thus, the interpretation of 1.he School Choice Act which promotes the desegregation efforts of the PCS SD must prevail over any other plausible interpretations, particularly since the NLRSD is no longer subject to Court supervision, monitoring or plan compliance on these issues. The Financial Circumstances Of The Two Districts Should Be Taktn Into Account The PCSSD was recently designated by the State as a school district in \"fiscal distress\". - Please see Exhibits A and B. The NLRSD does not labor under this designation either. It is undisputed that for each child the PCSSD loses, its State aid is reduced at least $5,400 pursuant to Act 59 of the Second Extraordinary Session of 2003. The PCS SD is consistently losing enrollment annually as documented by the ODM. However, no school district disputes the proposition that the infrastructure of a school district cannot be immediately or efficiently shrunk or reduced in the face of a declining enrollment. Thus, not only does the PCSSD lose at least $5,400 per student, but its proportionate cost of educating its remaining population of school children goes up. Since the PCSSD is obligated to formulate a plan to extricate itself from fiscal distress, any interpretation of the School Choice Act which exacerbates this financial status is at least suspect. If the PCS SD is unable to escape fiscal distress status, then State law authorizes the State to dismiss the superintendent or the Board, to consolidate the district with one or more other districts or to otherwise eviscerate it. Ark. Code Ann. 6-20-1908-1910. Such an outcome is inconsistent with this Court' s previous rulings in the Jacksonville detachment matter, which rulings were unanimously affirmed on appeal. Accordingly, an interpretation of the School Choice Act which threatens the very existence of the PCS SD should not be tolerated by this Court especially so long as the PCS SD has yet to attain unitary status. The Implications For Future M-to-M Transfers The rules for M-to-M transfer can only operate so long as at least one of the districts in Pulaski County remains majority white. If and when the PCS SD becomes majority black, the current M-to-M rules cannot continue to operate and the State would then undoubtedly take the position that it has no further obligation to fund M-to-M transfers. However, the current application of the School Choice Act promotes and hastens the PCS SD evolution into a majority black district. While the State might eagerly anticipate attainment of that status, it should not be artificially propelled and State law should not be permitted to operate to promote this eventuality 2 therefore risking an end to millions of dollars of special desegregation funding which actually benefits all three districts. The State Agrees that The School Choice Act Must Yield If It Conflicts With A Federal Court Order Upon information and belief, the PCSSD believes that the State has previously acknowledged that the School Choice Act must yield if it conflicts with the M-to-M stipulation. Conclusion For all of the reasons previously stated, the current operation of the School Choice Act should be suspended as to the schools specified in the initial motion and for all proper relief. Respectfully submitted, MITCHELL, WILLIAMS, SELIG, GATES \u0026amp; WOODY ARD, P.L.L.C. 425 West Capitol A venue, Suite 1800 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 (501) 688-8800 FAX: (501) 688-8807 By----  M. S ecial 3 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE On May 31, 2005 , a copy of the foregoing was served via U.S. mail on each of the following: Mr. John W. Walker John W. Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 2000 Regions Center 400 West Capitol Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Mr. Horace Smith ODM One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Judge J. Thomas Ray U.S. District Courthouse 600 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 149 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 4 Mr. Mark A. Hagemeier Assistant Attorney General Arkansas Attorney General's Office 323 Center Street, Suite 200 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones 3400 TCBY Tower 425 West Capitol Avenue Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Mr. Clayton Blackstock Mr. Mark Burnett 1010 W. Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Robert Pressman 22 Locust A venue Lexington, Massachusetts 02173 MAY-O6-05 FRI 12: 11 PM FAX NO. P. 02 {!,,t:.: a~  0;ii.;=-,.~ Arl(ansas 1t~ -- ~  ), ------ -------- OOM O Al:f- -- ~  )f) DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ~ =;_ 'i~ 4 STATE CAPITOi, MAil. , I.Il1LE ROCK. A~ 72201-1071  (501) 682-4475  lillp-.//m'kedu.s1,tur.11S Dr. Kenneth James, Director of Educ:adon April 11, 2005 Pulaski County School .District Dr. Don Henderson, Superintendent P.O. Box 8601 Little Rock, AR 72216 RECEIVED APR 132.S- ~ J.,,o.6-1\"-u.,tt... ~~t~ f.8. ~ i\"~ ~~- Dear Dr. Henderson: ~ ,.J ~ )c /{)~ -t J~OS' I On April 11, 2005, the State Board of Education classified the Pulaski County Scho District os bolng In fiscal Distress. In ~ocordance with Ark. Code Ann.  6-20-1908, \"Those school districts Identified by the Department of Education as being In fiscal distress shall file with the department within ten (10) days after the final classification by the State Board of Education a written fiscal distre\u0026amp;s Improvement plan to address any area in which the school district is experiencing fiscal distress as identified by the department.\" The fiscal distress plan is due no later than 4:30 PM, April 21, 2005. Fllrthermore, this Code requires that the plan shall contain, at a minimum, the following elements:  Specific corrective action steps for each indicator stated below  A timeline for Implementing each corrective action step  Additional action steps the district proposes to take  A timeline for Implementing each additional action step For additional information, please refer to the Arkansas Department of Education Rules ldmntifying and Governing the Arkansas Fiscal Assessment and Accountability Program (Ruic), Section 7, which describes the Fiscal Distress Improvement Plan. In the Fiscal Distress Identification letter, dated March 3, 2005, the Department identified the following indicators of Fiscal Distress for the Pulaski County School District:  The District is projected to have a negative legal balance of $(11, 724,671) in the 2006 fiscal year. Additionally, in accordance with Atk. Code Ann.  6-20-1906, \"Any district classified as in fiscal distress shall be required to publish at least one (1) time for two (2) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the school district the school district's classification as a school district in fiscal distress and the reasons why the school district was classified as being In STATE DOA RD OF EDUCATION: Ch1lr - JoNcll Caldwell, Little RcK:k  Vice Chair JcanDI Watmo.-dand, Arkadelphia Members: Sherry Burrow, Jonuboro  Shelby HlllmH, Carlisle  Clvln )Cjng, Marian  Jbudy Lawson, Bentonville MaryJane Rl'blck, Lfttlt Rock  Diane Tatam, Pine Bluff  Naccaman WIiiiams, Jobi\"------- A11 tq111f Oppori111dty l:111plo1er EXHIBIT I MAY-06-05 FR I 12: 12 PM FAX NO, P. 03 fiscal distress.~ Section 5.02.1 of the Rule states \"The district shall publish this announcement within 30 calendar days of the final classification by the State Board.\" Accordingly, the Pulaski  County School District shall publish this announcement by May 11, 2005. The school district should send to the Financial Accountability Unit of the Department proof of publication in the~ form of an Affidavit of Publlcatlon by the publisher.  Please note, pursuant to Ark. Code Ann. 6--20-1907, \"your district is unable to Incur any debt without the prior written approval of the Department of Education.\" Information governing this Is available from the Financial Accountability Unit of the Department. Pursuant to Ark. Code Ann. 6-20-1908, \"A school district in fiscal distress may only petition the state board for removal from fiscal distress status after the department has certified in writing that the school district has corrected all criteria for being classified as In fiscal distress and has complied with all department recommendations and requirements for removal from fiscnl distress.\" If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Julie Kreth, Coordinator of Financial Accountability, al 601-682w5128. Sincerely, Patricia Martin, Assistant Director Public School Finance PJM/ac l'IAY-06-O5 FRI 12: 12 PH FAX NO. ORDER of CLASSJFJCATION of FISCAL DISTRESS WHEREAS, pursuant to Ark. Code Ann, \"6-20-1904, the Arkansas Department of Eclucatlon (ADE) has Identified the Pulaski County School District as a school district in fiscal distress, and has notified the school district of the identification and the criteria indicated by the ADE as the basis for the Identification, and WHEREAS, the Pulaski County School District has failed to file a written request for appeal of the identification to the State Board of Education (SBE) with the Director of the ADE within the time period set forth in Ark. Code Ann.  6-20-1905, and WHEREAS, the Board, at Its regularly scheduled meeting of April 11, 2005, has dctem1ined that the Pulaski County School District, having been previously identified as a school district in fiscal distress, shall be and is classified as a school district In fiscal distress, pursuant to Ark. Code Ann.  6-20-1906, and shall be required to meet the requirements of a school district classified as being In fiscal distress as set forth in the \"Arkansas Fiscal Assessment and Accountability Program\", Ark. Code Ann.  6-20-1901 et seq., as modified, where applicable, by Act 60 of the 2003 Second Extraordinary Session of the 84th General Assembly. ORDERED AND SIGNED this 11th day of April, 2005 at Little Rock, Pulaski County,. Ark,msas. JoNell 9i/1,, {Jitd,wj Chair Arkansas State Board of Education P. 04 -o,--\u0026gt;Nh~o\u0026gt; ----------- ..  -~oo------- ... 1,#o--W- ..,----.,~\"- h It     .. \"' ST A TE BOARD OF EDUCATION: Chair - JoNeJI Caldwell, Little Rock , Vice Chair - Jea111n1 WKtmorcland, Arbdtlphla Mcmbcr11: Sherry Burrow,Jonesboro  Shelby :HIDman., Culble  Calvin Kin\u0026amp;, MariJPU  Jbndy Lawson, Jle11tonvllle MaryJane Rebick. UUle Rock  Dint T1tvm, l'lnc Bluff  Naccaman Wlllluns, Jobnaen AD Equal Opporlllnll,)' E111ployer MAY-06-05 FRI 12:13 PM FAX NO. Pulaski County Special School District Proposed Fiscal Distress Improvement Plan April 21, 2005 On April 11, 2005, the Arkansas State Board of Education approved the recommendation of the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) to officially designate Pulaski County Special School District as a school district in fiscal distress for the 2005-2006 school year. As mandated by ADE regulations, the District respectfully submits the following pl'1n outlining its intent to correct the fiscal issue as identified by the ADE. The plan Includes: 1. Statement of the financial problem that caused the District to be placed In fiscal distress   2. Actions to be taken during 2005-2006 to correct this problem (with attachment) 3. Timeline of events statement of the Problem Based on the ADE's calculation (letter dated Marcil 3, 2005) the District's legal operational fund balance is projected to be a deficit of $5,082.,921 on June 30, 2006. Corrective Action Taken 1. On April 20, 2005 the school board made reductions to Its 2.005-2006 operational budget In the amount of $11,7041249 which will  result in containing expenditures to within current projected revenue and restoring a portion of the fund balance. Attached Is a list of those reductions. Toe school board will amend ltS policies to ensure these budget reductions are implemented. 2. The administration has approached the Pulaski Association of Oassroom Teachers (PACT) seeking certain concessions within the negotiated agreement which will assist in controlling costs and add to the fund balance. - These are reflected in the attachment. P. 06  EXHIBIT I /3 ----------- - --======~- MAY-06-05 FRI 12: 13 PM FAX NO. ..  Pulaski County Special School District Fiscal Distress Improvement Plan April 21, 2005 Page 2 3. The school board has directed the District budget committee to convene within two weeks to consider further budget reductions. 4. The district currently mee~ the 9% Maintenance funding requirement of Act 1426 of 2005 and will continue to budget for this requirement. s. The school board will adopt a policy that requires adding at least $2 million per year to the fund balance until the District's legal fund balance ls a minimum of 10% of prior year expenditures. 6. The school board will review the salary study and consider any cost savings contained therein. Timelin,e The following timellne will be utilized during the 2005-2006 school year: April 20, 2005 May 10, 2005 June 14, 2005 June 30, 2005 August 16, 2005 September 15, 2005 January 2006 Attachment School board takes action on the fiscal distress Improvement plan and recommended budget reductions. School board will review salary study and consider any cost savings contained therein. School board will adopt a policy for restoring the fund balance. Request for modification of contract language with PACT will be resolved. School board approves budget. 2005-2006 budget due to ADE, School board review of the District's financial status and approval of prior year audit. P. 07 MAY-06-05 FRI 12: I 3 PH FAX NO. P. 08 i ' Prioritized Budget Reductions 2005-2006 Items for Reduction ---   ... . . r   -  --   ----   Amount 1 . Paid off ear!Y retirement Incentive . --- ___ ,___ __ $1 ,000,qoo:OO 2 CloseSiam _____ $19,oqg.oo 3 Harris reverts to r~ular sch95?LY~r _______ ,,___ $116,850:.0Q 4 Reduce Sl.!EPOrt staff sick leave incentive by 50% ----1---- $52,000.00 5 Eliminiate tuition reimbursement __,, ---___ -~9:350.00 6 _ Eliminate open _house_sti~nds ------- --.,_ .. -- $661990.00 -..? _ Eliminate all pajclholida~ for all em~lo~es -~-- $4,058,859.00 B gllminat~.!:Jiring_ in~enti~es _ -- $65;6bo.oo 9 .R.~_ct1:1q~ .1?_r,cmtb_~on!racts !R..?.11 q~.YL._ _. .. $60,000.00 10 . Food Service reorganization (Warehou\u0026amp;____ ___  __ $97,718.00 .. 1t_ ... f0ai!lt~nar~e Dee~~rt!}lent (f,reeze ~J~oslt~ons} _ _ .. - _ $124,098.00 .... 12 .. Eliminate Secondary Saturdayschool -- _ .. _______ $44,992.00 . 13 ... f:lanJ.P!~~~lrm .. Cf!~~?.!3-19.~J!ion) .... __ . __ __ --.. $41,5..Q.OO 1_4 . Tran~.Ef'.rJ_at_lq[!_Dep~_rtmen_t_,reducti(?~ .. ____ ,., __ $310,892.00 15 ___ Freo7.e_sal~cheduie and steps for all.em~ye~s __ .. $3,309,000.00 16 . _Eliminate~ing_newtextbooks __________ ,, ___ ... $~90,000_.Qq ~~ g~: b,;e:~:ra~~~~~~ecn~ 5 ~~:~es/Athletics --.. --- . ____ $~@~:~:~~~ 19 .. Cut_Director_of Su_ppJ)rtStaff Personnel _____ .. __ $93,301~00 __ 20 __ ... Cut Secreta;yjSuperintendent's Office _ ____ ,.. -~ .. $38-,3~~_.06 .. _2_1 . Reduce_Overtimebt50% . _______ ,.____ $102,969.00 22 Redu9e_Legalfees bl?['Y.!!__. ... ,_., ______ - - $_f?_7,750j_q 23 Reduce Out_ of District Travel _by 50% . . ______________ $64\u0026amp;tf\u0026gt;~PO / Reduce formula for assigning Assistant Principals . 24 . _ !reduce 8 eiementary_AP's and 3 Secondary AP's _ _ ---:$_814,422.q_Q 2~ _ ~liminate fg!ly Servic~ .... .. ---- __ . ____ .. __ $~00,00_0.oo Total All Cuts $11,704,24!J.00 4/21/2005 . . NAY-O6-05 FRI 12:14 PN FAX NO, .. ' Pulaski County Special School District Fiscal Distress Improvement Plan Proof of Receipt Received April 21, 2005 by ~---0 ~ }~- an employee of the Arkansas Department olEducatio. RECEIVED APR 2 l ,IAAl. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY P, 09 MlTCHELL WlLLJAMS SELIG GATES WOODYARD PllC 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 501-688-8800 Date: 6/112005 2:24:10 PM Finn General Fax: 501-688-8807 Direct Fax: 501-918-7295 FAX COVER SHEET PLEASE DELIVER AS SOON AS rossmLE TO: .a. U.J\"\\. -.JV.4. V V.J. RECIPIENT Horace Smith COMl'ANY ODM FAXNO. 171-0100 F.rom: F.ile Number: 22056 Total number of pages including cover: 5 Remarks/special instructions: If you do not receive all pages or there is a problem during transmission, please call: PRIVILGED AND CONFIDENTIAL The information following this cover sheet and contained in this facsimile trll.llSmission is confidential ll.lld covered by the attorney-client privilege. It is intended for the sole use of the person( s) to whom it is addressed. If the reader of this message is not the nmied addressee or ll.ll employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient(s), ploo.se do !!Q!Iead the accomptnying information. Note that the dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication by anyone other than the addressee is strictly prohibited. Anyone receiving this mess11ge in error should notify us immedi111ely by telephone and return the original of the trllllSmission to us 111 the above addxess by U.S. mail. Thank you fox youx coopeution. - - MlTCHELl WlLllAMS 5EL1GGATES WOODYARD PLLC 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 Little Rock. AR 7220 I 501-688-8800 Facsimile: 501-688-8807 FAX COVER SHEET Date: June I, 2005 Time: PLEASE DELIVER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO: RECIPIENT I. Hon. Wm. R. Wilson, Jr. 2. Hon. Thomas Ray 3. Chris Heiler 4. Stevt Jones 5. John Walker 6. Robert Pressman 7. Mark Hagemeier 8. Horace Smith 9. Mark8W11ette From: Sam Jones file Number: 22056-1 COMPANY Friday Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones John Walker, P.A. Attorney General's Office ODM Total number of pages including cover: 4 Remarks/special instructions: 11:19AM FAX NO. 604-5149 604-5237 376-2147 375-1027 374-4187 1-781-862-l 955 682-2591 371-0100 375-1940 PHONE NO. If you do not receive all pages or there is a problem during transmission, please call: Ann Overton 501-370-4295. PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL The information following lhis cover sheet and contained in this facsimile tr-ansmission is confidential and covered by the anomey-client privilege. It is intended for the sole use of the penon(s) to whom it is addressed. If the reader of this message is not the named addressee or an employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient(s), please do D!ll read the accompanying information. Note that the dissemination, dislribution or copying of this commUl'litatiOJJ by lUlyont o\\htr than 1ht addm$CC is strit'lly prohibited. Arr;ont receiving lhis message in error should notify us immediately by telephone and return the original of the transmission lo us at the above address by U.S. mail. Thank you for your cooperation. IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DMSION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT V. NO. 4:82CV00866WRW PULASKJ COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. I. ET AL. MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL. KATHERINE KNIGHT, ET AL. PCSSD RESPONSE TO LRSD OBJECTIONS TO ODM PROPOSED BUDGET The PCSSD for its response, states: PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS l. It admits the accuracy of Paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of the LRSD objection. 2. lt acknowledges the logic of Paragraph 4 and 5 of the LRSD objection, but states that, at the same time, it would be unfair to reallocate costs historically attributed to the LRSD to the PCSSD since nothing about the reduction in monitoring usociated with the LRSD increases any monitoring requilcd of or appropriate for the PCS SD. Logically, what is ideal is for the ODM to ,educe its overall expenditures ~o a level corresponding to its reasonabJy anticipated reduced monitoring activities.: 3. The PCS SD supported the LRSD in its pursuit of unitary status. If the proposed expenditure level of the ODM cannot be immediately adjusted to reflect its reduced responsibilities, then it should continue to absorb the current allocated expenses since its activities and successfu1 claims for relief caused this current issue to arise in the first place. 1 In this regard. the PCSSD is fuUy aware of the diffteulty of shrinking infrastructure as pointed out at page 2 of its reply to NLRSO response to PCSSO motion regarding school Choice 1ited on May 31, 2005. -  -  - -- - _ _ _ ................... '-' '-' A' VV V J.UJ\\. U ~ A.voi Stated another way, the PCSSD has done nothing to precipitate the instant objection nor has it done anything to warrant absorbing a greater proportion of the cost of the ODM. WHEREFORE, the PCSSD prays that it not be allocated any greater portion or proportion of the proposed budget than that which it currently absorbs and for all proper relief. Respectfully submitted, MITCHELL, WILLIAMS, SELIG, OATES \u0026amp; WOODY ARD, P.L.L.C. 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 Little Rock, Arkansas 7220 I (501) 688-8800 FAX: (501) 688-8807 2 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE On June 1, 2005, a copy of the fortgoing was served via facsimile and U.S. mail on each of the folJowing: Mr. John W. Walker John W. Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway LittJc Rock, Arkansas 72201 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 2000 Regions Center 400 West Capitol Little Rock, Mansas 7220 I Mr. Horace Smith ODM One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 7220) Judge J. Thomas Ray U.S. District Courthouse 600 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 149 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 3 Mr. Mark A. Hagemeier Assistant Attorney General Arkansas Attorney General's Office 323 Center Street, Suite 200 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones 3400 TCBY Tower 425 West Capito! Avenue LinJe Roe.le, Arkansas 72201 Mr. Clayton Blackstock Mr. Mark Burnett JO JO W. Third Street Little Rock., AR 7220 l Mr. Robert Pressman 22 Locust Avenue Lexington, Massachusetts 02173 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION JUN -2 2005 (fflCEOF DESEGREGATION MO!liTG:mm LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF v. No. LR-C-82-866 PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al. DEFENDANTS RESPONSE TO COURT LETTER ORDER DATED MAY 23, 2005 BY SEPARATE DEFENDANT ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Separate Defendant Arkansas Department of Education (ADE), by and through its attorney, Assistant Attorney Mark A. Hagemeier, for its Response to the Court's Letter Order dated May 23, 2005, states: 1. ADE takes no position regarding LRSD's Objection to ODM's proposed budget. 2. ADE would oppose LRSD's Objection to ODM's proposed budget if a reduction m LRSD's contribution to ODM's budget would increase the ADE's contribution to ODM's budget. WHEREFORE, the ADE prays that the. Court enter an appropriate order regarding ODM's proposed budget. Respectfully Submitted, SEP ARA TE DEFENDANT ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION By: Assistant Attorney Gen r 1 323 Center Street, Suite 200 Little Rock, AR 72201-2610 (501) 682-3643 I I I I I I I CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Mark A. Hagemeier, Assistant Attorney General, do hereby certify that I have served the foregoing by depositing a copy in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, this { day of June 2005, addressed to: Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 3400 TCBY Tower 425 W. Capitol Little Rock, AR 72201 M. Samuel Jones, III Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 W. Capitol Ave., Suite 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 Desegregation Monitor One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 2 Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 2000 Regions Center 400 W. Capitol Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 John W. Walker John Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Attorney at Law 1010 W. 3rd Little Rock, AR 72201 THE ATTORNEY GENERAL STATE OF ARKANSAS MIKE BEEBE RECEIVED JUN - 2 2005 (HICF.OF DESEG;,:~ . ti'.J.\\ :,lONI.TORJNG Mark A. Hagemeier Assistant Attorney General Direct dial: (501) 682 -3643 E-mail: mark.hagemeier@ag.state.ar.us VIA FACSIMILE \u0026amp; U.S. MAIL The Honorable William R. Wilson, Jr. United States District Courthouse 600 W. Capitol Ave., Room 423 Little Rock, AR 72201-3325 Fax No.: 604-5149 June 1, 2005 RE: Letter/Order dated May 23, 2005 Dear Judge Wilson: Attached please find the Arkansas Department of Education's Response to your letter/order dated May 23, 2005, concerning LRSD's objection to ODM's proposed budget. We are filing our pleading with the clerk of the court, faxing copies to Judge Ray, other counsel, and ODM. Please give me a call if you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter. MAH Attachment Very truly yours, ~ cc: Hon. J. Thomas Ray (via facsimile and U.S. mail) All counsel (via facsimile and U.S. mail) Office of Desegregation Monitoring (via facsimile and U.S. mail) 323 Center Street  Suite 200  Little Rock, Arkansas 7220 I (501) 682-2007  FAX (501) 682-2591 Internet Website http://www.ag.state.ar.us/ STATE OF ARKANSAS OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL l\\IlKE BEEBE FAX COVER SHEET DATE: June 1, 2005 Honorable William R. TO: Wilson, Jr. FROM: Mark Hagemeier FAX: 501.604.5149 DIRECT DIAL: 501 .682.3643 ie.t UU.1. / UU4 ------ ----- RE: LRSD vs. PCSSD Response to Court Letter Order Dated May 23, 2005 TOTAL NO. OF PAGES (inc. cover): -4 --- 0 URGENT O CALL WHEN RECEIVE O BARD COPY TO FOLLOW O CONFIDENTIAL COMMENTS: cc via facsimile: Honorable J. Thomas Ray, All Counsel and The Office of Desegregation Monitoring. If you have any problems with the transmission, please contact Lakeysha at (501) 682-9482. rms MESSAGE IS INTENDED FOR THE USE OF TIIE ADDRESSEE(S). IT CONTAINS INFORMATION WHICH IS CONFIDENTIAL UNDER THE ATTORNEY ..CLIENT PRIVILEGE OR OTIIERWISE NOT SUBJECT TO DISCLOSURE. IF YOU ARE NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT OR THE EMPLOYEE OR AGENT RESPONSIBLE FOR DELIVERING THE MESSAGE TO TIIE INTENDED RECIPIENT, ANY USE OF nns INFORMATION OR DISSEMINATION OR COPYING OF TIIlS COMMUNICATION, IS STR!CTL Y PROHIBITED. IF YOU HA VE RECEIVED THlS COMMUNICATION IN ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US IMMEDIATELY BY TELEPHONE AND RETURN THE ORIGINAL MESSAGE TO US AT THE ADDRESS BELOW VIA TIIE U.S. POSTAL SERVICE. THANK YOU. e:lbkesha walla:r\\l tfax cover sheet.doc THE ATTORNEY GENERAL STATE OF ARKANSAS MIKE BEEBE Mark A Hagemeier Assistant Attorney General VIA FACSIMILE \u0026amp; U.S. MAIL The Honorable William R Wilson, Jr. United States District Counhouse 600 W. Capitol Ave., Room 423 Little Rock, AR 72201-3325 FaxNo.: 604-5149 June 1, 2005 RE: Letter/Order dated May 23, 2005 Dear Judge Wilson: Direct dill1: (501) 6!12-3b43 E-mail: m)rk.hag,!rneier@s_s..rtate.ar.us Attached please find the Arkansas Department of Education's Response to your letter/order dated May 23, 2005, concerning LRSD's objection to ODM's proposed budget. We are filing our pleading with the clerk of the court, faxing copies to Judge Ray, other counsel, and ODM. Please give me a call if you have any questions or wish to discuss this matter. MAH Attachment cc: Hon. J. Thomas Ray (via facsimile and U.S. mail) All counsel (via facsimile and U.S. mail) Office of Desegregation Monitoring (via facsimile and U.S. mail) 323 Center Street Suite 200  Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 (501) 682-2007  FAX (501) 682-2591 Internet Website http://www.ag.st1te.ar.us/ -- ----- - - --- ---------- --- --- UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DMSION ~ UUJ/ UU 4 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V. No. LR-C-82-866 PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al. DEFENDANTS RESPONSE TO COURT LETTER ORDER DATED MAY 23, 2005 BY SEPARATE DEFENDANT ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Separate Defendant Arkansas Department of Education (ADE), by and through its attorney, Assjstant Attorney Mark A Hagemeier, for its Response to the Court's Letter Order dated May 23, 2005, states: 1. ADE takes no position regarding LRSD's Objection to ODM's proposed budget. 2. ADE would oppose LRSD's Objection to OD.M's proposed budget if a reduction in LRSD's contribution to ODM's budget would increase the ADE's contribution to ODM's budget. WHEREFORE, the ADE prays that the Court enter an appropriate order regarding ODM's proposed budget. Respectfully Submitted, SEPARATE DEFENDANT ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION By: Assistant Attorney Gen r 323 Center Street, Suite 200 Little Rock, AR 72201-2610 (501) 682-3643 ... . --- - - - -- ----- - - -- -- -- CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Mark A. Hagemejer, Assistant Attorney General, do hereby certify that I have served tbe foregoing by depositing a copy in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, this { day of June 2005, addressed to: Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 3400 TCBY Tower 425 W. Capitol Little Rock, AR 72201 M. Samuel Jones, m 1vfitchell, WilliaruS, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 W. Capitol Ave., Suire 1800 Little Rock, AR 7220i Desegregation Monitor One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 2 Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 2000 Regions Center 400 W. Capitol Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 Jolm W. Walker John Walker, P.A_ 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark Burnette Attorney at Law 1010 W. 3rd Little Rock, AR 72201 ~ UU4/ UU4 JACK, LYON \u0026amp; JONES, P.A. ATTORNEYS AT LAW Suite 3400 425 WEST CAPITAL AVENUE LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201 Telephone: (501) 375-1122 Facsimile: (501) 375-1027 FACSIMILE COVER PAGE 'l!aJUU.l.l UU:\u0026gt; This facsimile message contains Information that is privileged, confidential, not subject to disclosure, and is intended only for the use of the person or entity named below. If the reader of this message is not the Intended recipient, or the employee or agent of the intended recipient, you are notified that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this message is illegal and strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by telephons (collect) and return the original to the above address via U.S. Mail. Thank you. Please contact Paula at (501 I 375-1122 if there are any transmlttal problems. DATE: Wednesday, June 01, 2005 TO: Hon. Wm. R. Wilson, Jr. FAX No.: 604-5149 TO: Hon. Thomas Ray FAX No.: 604-5237 TO: Sam Jones FAX No.: 688-8807 A TO: Chris Heller WFAX No.; 376-2147 TO: John Walker FAX No.: 374-4187 TO: Robert Pressman FAX No.; 781-862-1955 TO: Mark Hagemeier FAX No.: 682-2591 TO: Horace Smith FAX No.: 371-0100 TO: Mark Burnett FAX No.: 375-1940 FAXED ONLY --X -- NUMBER OF PAGES INCLUDING THIS SHEET: 5 FROM: Paula Adams Assistant to Stephen W. Jones HARD COPY TO FOLLOW Offlces In : Conway* A:rk3ns.is Nasnvtll0, Tennessee JACK, LYON \u0026amp; JONES, P .. i\\. ATTORNEYS AT LAW SUITE 3400 ieJ UUZ / uu:\u0026gt; e-mau: Sicnes@t,1l com 425 WEST CAPITOL LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201 {501) 375-1122 Tetecopter: (501) 375-1027 direct dial r,o,: (501) 707-552.o VIA FACSIMILE 604-5149 The Honorable William R. Wifson, Jr. United States District Courthouse 600 W. Capitol Avenue., Room 423 Little Rock, AR 72201-3325 June 1, 2005 RE: Little Rock School District v. Pulaski County Special School o;strict No. 1, et al Case No. 4:82-CV-00866 Dear Judge Wilson: Enclosed please find the North little Rock School District's Response to your letter/order dated May 23, 2005, concerning LRSD's objection to ODM's proposed budget. We are filing our pleading with the clerk of the court and faxing it to Judge Ray, other counsel and ODM. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Attorney for NLRSD SWJ/pea enclosure cc: Hon. J. Thomas Ray (via facsimile) Counsel of Record (via facsimile) Office of Desegregation Monitoring (via facsimile) IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF v. PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al. CASE NO.: 4:82-CV-00866 WRW DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, et al. INTERVENORS KA THERINE KNIGHT, et al. INTERVENORS NLRSD RESPONSE TO LRSD OBJECTIONS TO ODM PROPOSED BUDGET l(f)UUJ / 005 For the first fifteen plus years of ODM's existence, it has been the custom and practice of these parties, and ordered by this Court, that the costs of ODM's budget be born by each district in the same proportion as that district's student population is of the total student population in the three districts combined. Now, the LRSD suggests that this formula should be changed for its benefit and the costs should be assigned based on the proportion of effort needed by the ODM to monitor each district's compliance with its plan. It is understandable that the LRSD has not taken this position before now. If it had, it is fair to say it would have paid for more to date than it paid under the present formula. While it is impossible to calculate with absolute precision the effort expended by the ODM on each district's plan compliance over the last fifteen years, it is fair to say that ODM has spent far more effort monitoring LRSD's plan compliance than the 48% 1 its students represent and far less monitoring the NLRSD than its 17% of students. To - change the rules only now that the dynamics have shifted would be patently unfair. The LRSD should realize a reduction in its actual costs related to ODM but these should be associated with the decrease in ODM's overall budget resulting from the reduction of resources needed for monitoring generally in light of LRSD's present status. It would appear from ODM's budget that just such decreases are occurring. This does not, however, justify a change in how those reduced costs should be apportioned to the respective districts. Wherefore, the NLRSD, for the reasons set forth above, asks this court to maintain the existing fonnula for the allocation of ODM's proposed budget; and for all other just and proper relief. June 1, 2005 By: 2 Respectfully submitted, JACK, LYON \u0026amp; JONES. P.A. 425 West Capitol Avenue Suite 3400 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 (5 75-1122 Attorney for N District CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE - I, Stephen W. Jones, hereby certify that the foregoing, NLRSD RESPONSE TO LRSD OBJECTIONS TO ODM PROPOSED BUDGET, has been served via facsimile, this 1 ST day of June. 2005, to the following: Mr. M. Samuel Jones Ill Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard, P.L.L.C. 425 W. Capitol Ave. Suite 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 2000 Regions Center 400 W. Capitol Ave. Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark A. Hagemeier Assistant Attorney General Arkansas Attorney General's Office 323 Center Street, Suite 200 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Robert Pressman 22 Locust Ave. Lexington, MA 02173 3 Mr. John W. Walker John W. Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Desegregation Monitor ODM One Union National Plaza 124 W. Capitol Ave. Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Clayton Blackstock Mr. Mark Burnett 1010 W. Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201 Judge J. Thomas Ray U.S. District Courthouse 600 W. Capitol Ave. Suite 149 Little Ro , FILED EAST\\J.S. DISTRICT COURT ERN D'ISTRICT ArH\u0026lt;ANSAS JUN O 1 2005 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COl.JM'MES W. McCORMACK CLERK EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS By: ' WESTERN DMSION DEP CLERK LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAINTIFF V CASE NO. 4:82CV00866WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL. MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL. .KATHERINE W. KNIGHT, ET AL. RECEIVED JUN - 6 2005 OFRCEOF DESEGREGATION MONITORING DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS JOSHUA'S RESPONSE TO LRSD'S OBJECTIONS TO THE ODM BUDGET The Joshua Intervenors respectfully oppose the request of the Little Rock School District that it be relieved of certain financial obligations which it has with respect to the budget of the Office of Desegregation Monitoring. 1. The budget of ODM was determined by the district court in 1991 on the basis of the student enrollment for each of the districts. It did not make a distinction between the districts with respect to plan obligations. 2. There have been partial releases from plan obligations with respect to each of the districts but there has not been a corresponding budget reduction on the basis of the plan obligations. 3. The Little Rock School District pegs its position on the reduction of desegregation obligations. However, Little Rock still has desegregation obligations to be monitored in many respects including magnets schools and M to M transfer students. Moreover, it has a continuing duty to cooperate with and support the ongoing activities of both the North Little Rock and - Pulaski County school districts.  4. The Little Rock School District request is not one to reduce the amount of the ODM budget; rather it is to reapportion their share of the budget. LRSD was the moving party in this action. The ODM monitoring plan was triggered because of the actions and inactions of all three districts. Furthermore, there is no basis for a reapportionment of the ODM budget as requested. Joshua does note however that the court has not filled the position which was vacated by the resignation of Ms. Ann Marshall. Accordingly, there has been a de facto reduction of the budget anyway. WHEREFORE, the Joshua Intervenors respectfully submit that the request of the LRSD is without precedent and sufficient justification and therefore should be dismissed or overruled. Respectfully submitted, John W. Walker, P.A. 1 723 Broadway Little Rock, Arkansas 72206 501-374-3758 501-374-4187 (fax) _I ,_ --------1\\ ;~: l - / \u0026lt;'.'\"] . 1:_,_,. , - /41 ., -~)\\._,,...--: j / . ,:. . v' C::t. Ltt_J\u0026gt; ...... _ Jrjhn W. Waiker -#64046 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I do hereby state that a copy of the foregoing pleading has been served on all counsel of record on this I st day of June, 2005. n , I ) . - 1 I  \\ _; I - (7101~ - /, ... -1ft:..{:~ // r ,7/f c,-e:_llt~( /, J6hn W. Walker JOHN W. WALKER, P.A. Attorney at Law 1723 Broadway Little Rock, Arkansas 72206 Telephone (501) 374-3758 Fax (501) 374-4187 FAX TRANSMISSION COVER SHEET r. J. ,' L-+ YOU SHOULD RECEIVE [. _ (including cover sheer)] PAGE(S), INCLUDING THIS COVER SHEET. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE ALL THE PAGES. PLEASE CALL ''\u0026lt;(501) 374-3758\u0026gt;\" The information conraiued in this facsimile message iS attorney privileged and confidential infonnation intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible to deliver it to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disse.mir.ation, distribution or copying of this communication is stri.c:tly prohibited. If you have received This communication in error, please immediate notify us by te!ep.b.one, and return the origillal message to us at the above add.rc.ss via the U.S. Postal Service. Thank you. -JOHN W W.U.KER SHAWN C!i!LDS JOHN W. WALKER, P.A . .A'I'f'ORNEYATLAw 1723 BROADWAY 1rrrr.E RoCK, ARKANSAS 72206 TELEPHONt {501) 374-3758 FAX (501) 3'74-4187 June 1, 2005 The Honorable William R. Wilson, Jr. 423 U.S. Post Office \u0026amp; Courthouse 600 W. Capitol Ave, Little Rock, Arkansas 7220 l Re: LRSD v. PCSSD; Lener Order dated May 23, 2005 Dear Judge Wilson: OF COUNSEL ROBERT McHENRY, p_.i,, DONNA J. McHENRY 8210 tW:!lDlQN P.OAO Lrm.E Roox, AllKANSAs 72210 PHo~. {SOl) 372-~a  F'\"\" (1501) :nz.342s EAun.: iuchenryd@ll'\\'bell.nl!t Please find the response of the Joshua Intervenors to your Letter Order dated May 23, 2005. As directed, this pleading is being filed with the clerk of the court with copies to Judge Ray, Mr. Horace Smith of ODM and all counsel. JWW:lp cc: All Other Counsel (fax only) The Honorable J. Thomas Ray ----------------------- IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EA.STERN DISTRlCT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DMSION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT PLAJNTIFF V CASE NO. 4:82CV00866WRW PULASKI COUN1Y SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL. MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL. KATHERINE W. KNIGHT, ET AL. DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS JOSHUA'S RESPONSE TO LRSD'S OBJECTIONS TO THE ODM BUDGET The Joshua Int.ervenors respectfully oppose the request of the Little Roel\u0026lt; School District that it be relieved of certain financial obligations which it has with respect to the budget of the Office of Desegregation Monitoring, 1. The budget of ODM was determined by the district court in 1991 on the basis of the student enrollment for each of the districts. It did not make a distinction between the districts with respect to plan obligations. 2. There have been partial releases :from plan obligations with respect to each of the districts but there has not been a corresponding budget reduction on the basis of the plan obligations. 3. The Little Rock School District pegs its position on the reduction of desegregation obligations. However, Little Rock still has desegregation obligations to be monitored in many respects including magnets schools and M to M transfer students. Moreover, it has a continuing . duty to cooperate with and support the ongoing activities of both the North Little Rock and - Pulaski County school di.s1ricts.  4. Toe Little Rock Sehool Distriet request is n.ot one to reduce the amount of the ODM budget; rather it is to reapportion their share of the budget. LRSD was the moving party in this action. The ODM monitoring plan was triggered because of the actions and inactions of all three districts. Furthermore, there is no basis for a reapportionment of the ODM budget as requested. Joshua does note however that the court has not filled the position which was vacated by the resignation of Ms. Ann Marshall. Accordingly, there has been a de facto reduction of the budget anyway. WHEREFORE, the Joshua Intervenors respectfully submit tha! the request of the LRSD is without precedent and sufficient justification and therefore should be dismissed or overruled. Respectfully submitted, John W. Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rocle, Atkansas 72206 501-374-3758 501-374-4187 (fux) ; \\~~ --\u0026lt;J J_ d _/, ft  t (f!fJ.. f8A-. ,,k,bn W. Walker-#64046 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I do hereby state that a copy of the foregoing pleading has been served on all counsel of record on this l st day of June, 2005. W. Walker IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT V. LR-C-82-866 PULASKJ COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRJCT NO. 1, ET AL MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL KATHERINE KNIGHT, ET AL LRSD'S NOTICE OF FILING OUARTERL Y UPDATE RECEIVED JUN - 6 2005 OFFICEOF DESEGREGATION MONlJORING PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTER VEN ORS INTER VEN ORS Little Rock School District (\"LRSD\") for its Notice of Filing Quarterly Update dated June 1, 2005 states: 1. The attached document is the third quarterlywritten 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 ofDesegregation 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 Be@~ 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 June, 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 10 IO W. Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201 ~~ ChristopherHeller Little Rock School District (LRSD) QUARTERLY UPDATE to the Office of Desegregation Monitoring (ODM) and Joshua June 1, 2005 RECEIVED MAY 2 7 2005 OfflCEOF DESEGREGATION MONLTORIHG LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRJCT, PLAINTIFF V PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRJCT NO. l ET AL., DEFENDANTS MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, ET AL., INTERVENORS KA THERINE KNIGHT, ET AL., INTERVENORS Planning, Research, and Evaluation (PRE) Instructional Resource Center (IRC) Little Rock School District 3001 South Pulaski Little Rock, AR 72206 IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT ~:_;:J O '? ===J EASTERN DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS WESTERN DIVISION ~:; !\\J1E3 ,.r;, '..;0 :':\"'.::: :''. G:\u0026lt;, C'...ER!-\u0026lt; LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT  v. CASE NO.: 4:82-CV-00866 WRW PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1, et al. MRS. LORENE JOSHUA, et al. KATHERINE KNIGHT, et al. RECEIVED JUN -a 2005 OfRCEOF DESEsawmm MONmmllG NLRSD's SUR-REPLY REGARDING PCSSD's PLAINTIFF DEFENDANTS INTERVENORS INTERVENORS MOTION REGARDING THE ARKANSAS SCHOOL CHOICE ACT In its Reply in this matter, the PCSSO raises some arguments for the first time. First, it contends that the fact that the NLRSO was declared unitary in student assignment several years ago while the PCSSO \"remains obligated to seek and maintain racial balance\" justifies this Court in declaring the Arkansas School Choice Act in conflict with the PCSSO Desegregation Plan, especially since the NLRSD is no longer subject to court supervision. This argument begs the question. The School Choice Act is an expression of the public policy of the State of Arkansas and, as such , is entitled to deference from this Court unless no other alternative is available. In the present case, as has b.een discussed in previous filings, the School Choice transfers to the NLRSO have not placed any PCSSO school in danger of being out of compliance with its racial balance guidelines. Thus, the PCSSD asks this Court to take the draconian step of overturning state legislation on the basis of 1 speculation about possible future negative consequences. We respectfully submit that the time for this Court to take such a step is when the eventuality occurs, not now when there is not only no such development but no immediate threat of such an occurrence. Second, and perhaps most revealingly, the PCSSD argues that it is really all about the money. It argues it is in fiscal distress and that the loss of these few students has such significant financial impact as to justify this Court using the power of federal pre-emption to overturn the application of an otherwise lawful state statute. First, it should be noted that th is appears to be a question, of \"whose ox is gored.\" Obviously, the NLRSD loses the same revenue associated with these stud,ents that the PCSSD i gains if School Choice transfers are prohibited. The NLRSD has suffered significant student loss over the years but has nonetheless avoided fiscal distress. See Exhibit A attached hereto. Also, as Exhibit A reveals, enrollment fluctuates year to year, and it is equally logical, perhaps even more so, to speculate that PCSSD's number of students will increase, especially when one considers that the most of the undeveloped or developing areas in this county, such as Chenal, are in the PCSSD. More important, it is not, nor could it reasonably be, suggested that the PCSSD's current fiscal distress is related solely or even primarily to the loss of these few students . There are a myriad of potential explanations for the PCSSO's current financial situation and School Choice transfers may well be the least of them . Certainly, it is unfair to suggest transferring the economic consequences of these student transfers to the NLRSD simply because it has managed to avoid being designated a school district in fiscal distress. This is especially true in light of the fact that the NLRSD's participation in School- Choice transfers is non-discretionary. Ark. Code Ann. 2 I ! I ii  6-18-206(b)(3)(Supp. 2003).1 Likewise, it is unfair to shift to parents and students the burden of resolving the PCSSO's financial pressures by depriving them of their limited right to choose the school they will attend. Next, the PCSSD speculates that at \"some point in time in the future,\" it might become a majority black school district at which time M-to-M transfers would no longer be possible. Initially, it should be noted that even if the three school districts in Pulaski County are all majority black, it would not prohibit M-to-M transfers from: districts in surrounding counties. More important, however, such a development. is entirely speculative. All three of these districts could well be unitary in c;1II aspects, before this occurred , and growth could occur in the undeveloped or developing areas discussed above which could result in an increase in white students. On the other hand, even if the PCSSD were to become majority black, there is no reason to suspect that School Choice transfers would be significantly responsible for that change rather than, for example, simple demographic changes. The ultimate irony would then be the elimination of the one vehicle remaining to these districts for the exchange of students, the School Choice Act, which permits transfers on a \"greater than to lesser than\" basis rather than a \"majority to minority\" basis. Finally, the PCSSO suggests that overriding an otherwise valid state law applicable to every other school district in Arkansas is appropriate if it will assist the PCSSD in eliminating its fiscal distress. However, this reasoning is flawed . One must ask, if the Court is able to overturn one state regulation simply because of its potential financial impact on one of these districts, what other state regulations must it be 1 In its response, we cited Ark. Code Ann.  6-18-206(b)(3)(Repl. 2003), which was subsequently amended to the present version. Previously, only the sending district was compelled to participate, but that was amended to require the participation of both districts. 3 prepared to overturn? Student-teacher ratio? Facility standards? Minimum curriculum requirements? Minimum teacher salaries? The portent of such a decision is that this Court would be put in the impossible position of having to decide, regulation by regulation , and statute by statute, which should be retained and which should be overturned. It would be required to substitute its judgment for that of the Arkansas General Assembly regarding what the proper public policy for the State of Arkansas should be with respect to the education of its students. This asks too much of the Court and goes far beyond the boundaries of the Supremacy Clause of the United States. Constitution. WHEREFORE, the NLRSD respectfully requests that the Court deny the PCSSD's Motion Regarding School Choice; and for all other just and proper relief. June 7, 2005 By: 4 Respectfully submitted, JACK, LYON \u0026amp; JONES. P.A. 425 West Capitol Avenue Suite 3400 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 (5 -1122 Stephen W. Jones (78083) Attorney for North Little Ro District CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Stephen W. Jones, hereby certify that the foregoing, NLRSD SUR-REPLY TO PCSSD'S MOTION REGARDING THE ARKANSAS SCHOOL CHOICE ACT, has been served via U.S. Mail, this J1h day of June, 2005, to the following : Mr. M. Samuel Jones Ill Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard, P.L.L.C. 425 W. Capitol Ave. Suite 1800 . Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 2000 Regions Center 400 W. Capitol Ave. Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Mark A. Hagemeier Assistant Attorney General Arkansas Attorney General's Office 323 Center Street, Suite 200 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Robert Pressman 22 Locust Ave. Lexington , MA 02173 5 Mr. John W. Walker John W. Walker, P.A. 1723 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Desegregation Monitor OOM One Union National Plaza 124 W: Capitol Ave. Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Clayton Blackstock Mr. Mark Burnett 1010 W. Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201 Judge J. Thomas Ray U.S. District Courthouse 600 W. Capitol Ave. Suite 149 Little Rock, AR 72201 Desegregation Off 1ce 501 771-8097 North Little Rock School District Racial Count 1974 -2004 ~~ Osto~:;e1974  ___!Y_on-B~~~~6 - Bli,;31 1 __I_o~06i ___ October 1975 ___ . 8,884 . 2,987 ... 11,871 _ :-g=:~;~ ~ ~~:= -~~:-~;; --_. !~:_;~~ October 1976 . 8,682 3,0mi=12 11,694 _ October 1979~- 7,641 .. 3,287 . 10,928 ___ October 1980 . __ _ 7,247 .__ 3,356 ___ 10,603 October 1981=t ___ 6,711_ 3,365 10,076 October 1982 . _ _ 6,474 _ 3,498 _ 9,972 October 1983_ 6, 194 __ 3,607 __ 9,_801 - October 1984 __ ___ 5,935 ; . _ 3,752 ____ 9,687 October 1985 1 __ 5,769 ; . .. 3,686 ___ 9,455 . October 1986 _ 5, 824 . _ 3, 865 ... 9, 689 October 1987 .. ____ 5, 740 3,997 ___ 9,737 ... October 1988 - .. 5,450 .. . 4,044 ___ 9,494 ____ October 1989 _' _ _ .. 5,208 , .. 4,218 _ _ 9,426 October 1990 __ /- 4,~. _ 4,279 9,194 g~~~~=~-;::; ~--= ::ffi+= . ::!::E:-~:~~~ October 1993 -  4,600 __ 4,485___ 9,085 October 1994 ___ 4,372~_4,691_ __ 9,063 October 1995 ' 4,057 4,844 8,901 _October 1996:r-- 4,033 _5,02t= . 9,053 ___Q ctober 1997 . _ 3,970 _5 ,222 __9~ 1 92 ___ October 1998_ . ___ . 4,001 ___ 5,262 __ 9,263 .... October1999 _ _ 3,814 . 5,188 _____ 9,002 . . October 2000 . -~ - .. __ _ 3,703 __ 5, 133 . 8, 836 . October2001 _ __ _ . 3,876 __ 5,183 _,. __ 9,059_ ----~:~:~~L __ _J~~:  . ;:~;! ---t:_; October 2004 3,814 5,296 9,110 ----- - -------------- j :i P - 2 EXHIBIT 06 / 03 /2005 FRI 15: 39 (TX/RX NO 7418 l ~ 002 ATTORNEYS AT LAW Suite 3400 Offices Tn: Conway, Arkansas Nashville. Tennessee 425 WEST CAPITOL UTILE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201 (501) 375-1122 Facsimile: (501) 375-1027 e-mail : sjones@111 .com Mr. M. Samuel Jones, Ill Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard , PLLC 425 W. Capitol Avenue - Ste. 1800 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Christopher Heller __ ... Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 2000 Regions Center 400 W. Capitol Little Rock, AR 7220_1 __ Mr. Mark A. Hagemeier Assistant Attorney General Arkansas Attorney General's Office 323 Center Street, Suite 200 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Robert Pressman 22 Locust Avenue Lexington, MA 02173 Dear Counsel: June 7, 2005 Mr. John W. Walker John W. Walker, P .A 172_3 Broadway Little Rock, AR 72201 Desegregation Monitor ODM One Union National Plaza 124 W. Capitol Avenue Little Rock, AR 72201 ' Judge J. Thomas Ray U. S. District Courthouse 600 W. Capitol Avenue Suite 149 - Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Clayton R. Blackstock Mr. Mark Burnett 1010 W. Third Street Little Rock, AR 72201 Enclosed you will find a copy of the NLRSD's Sur-Reply Regarding PCSSD's Motion Regarding the Arkansas School Choice Act which was filed of record on June 7, 2005. SWJ/kmb Enclosures Arkansas DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 4STATECAPITOLMAU.  I.ITTllROCK,ARKANSAS 72201-1071  (501)682-4475  http://arkedu.state.ar.us Dr. Kenneth James, Director of Education June 30, 2005 Mr. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 RECENEO Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. M. Samuel Jones III lU~ 0 0 1005 t1Ulli\\\\t~m~~ ~Oll\\10t\\\\llti Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol Avenue, Suite 1800 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 June 2005 in the above-referenced case. If you h~ve any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. General Counsel Arkansas Department of Education SS:law cc: Mark Hagemeier A TE 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 June 2005. Respectfully Submitted, ~\"~* cottSmi~ 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 June 30, 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. Christopher Heller Friday, Eldredge \u0026amp; Clark 400 West Capitol, Suite 2000 Little Rock, AR 72201-3493 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 Office of Desegregation Monitoring One Union National Plaza 124 West Capitol, Suite 1895 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr. Stephen W. Jones Jack, Lyon \u0026amp; Jones 425 West Capitol, Suite 3400 Little Rock, AR 72201 Mr.M. SamuelJones,IIl Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates \u0026amp; Woodyard 425 West Capitol, Suite 1800 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. 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LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM STREET LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS PRELIMINARY FUNCTIONS A. Call to Order B. Roll Call PROCEDURAL MATTERS A. Welcome to Guests REGULAR MEETING June 23, 2005 5:30 p.m. Ill. REPORTS/RECOGNITIONS/PUBLIC COMMENTS: A. Superintendent's Citations B. Remarks from Citizens (persons who have signed up to speak) C. Little Rock Classroom Teachers Association IV. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS: V. A. Remarks from Board Members B. Student Assignment Report C. Budget Update D. Construction Report: Proposed Bond Projects E. Internal Auditors Report F. Technology Update APPROVAL OF ROUTINE MATTERS: A. Minutes: Regular Meeting I 05-26-05 Special Meeting I 06-09-05 n,. .., j- ~ r- r--\u0026lt;- 0~ 0~ !~ll~..,\n- aCz: on ,r.-.-.-~\u0026lt; n,..z,, ~ Regular Board Meeting June 23, 2005 Page 2 VI. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES VII. VIII. IX. X. XI. XII. A. Recommendations from the Nutrition and Physical Activity Advisory Committee (NPAAC) CURRICULUM \u0026amp; INSTRUCTION A. PRE / Quarterly Update Report B. 2005-06 Evaluation Agenda HUMAN RESOURCES A. Personnel Changes BUSINESS SERVICES DIVISION: A. Proposed Budget for Annual School Election B. First Reading: Policy FA- New Facilities Development Goal C. Resolution for Leasing Authority D. Request for Breakfast and Lunch Meal Price Increase E. Consulting Agreement F. Donations of Property G. Financial Report CLOSING REMARKS: Superintendent's Report: 1. Dates to Remember 2. Special Functions EMPLOYEE HEARINGS ADJOURNMENT :e \"0 mh\" 'g om\ni:C m\u0026lt;= b~ ~~ m::1 --\u0026lt;m \u0026lt;J\u0026gt;\ni:, ~ ,...~ \u0026lt;JIO C:\"' \"0--\u0026lt; ~~ =Im  n .... 8 c5 z z =I (JI_ 0 z (JI !l' \"m' ~ r\u0026gt; $! ,r-,\u0026lt;,.J,\u0026gt;, !:H~  31: n =I l\nl z (JI DATE: June 23, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRJCT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: June 2005 Construction Report - Bond Projects BACKGROUND: The planning for an addition to and the renovation of Forest Heights Middle School continues. The architect has been given a program (a list of items that the staff would like in the addition and remodeled areas) and is in the process of developing the costs, size and potential locations for the new building. Depending on available bond funds, a decision will be made soon regarding the staff requests. Several projects are being done this summer at Pulaski Heights Middle and Elementary Schools to enhance the appearance of the buildings. The outside brick walls of the Elementary School, auditorium and cafeteria are being cleaned and water-proofed . The front doors of the Elementary School are being replaced with new ones. A new ceiling will be installed in the cafeteria and all of the exposed steam piping and heating units will be removed . Another summer project is the . installation of new ceilings in the classrooms and corridors of Southwest Middle School which will improve the interior appearance of the building. When you drive by the school, it is obvious that the work recently completed has improved the exterior appearance of the school. In response to a request for information on projects not yet started, a new category has been added to the attached list entitled 'Bond Projects Not Yet Started .' RATIONALE: Monthly reports are submitted to the Board to keep members up-to-date on construction projects in the District. FUNDING: Bond Funds RECOMMENDATION: Report item\nno action necessary. PREPARED BY: Bill Goodman, District Engineer :n .... ~ ::c % 0 8 -\u0026lt; C: -c C ~ m CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JUNE 23, 2005 BOND PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION I I I t:st. t.\nompIetIon Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Carver ~ dia Center Expansion _ $167,490 Dec-05 Aug-05 __ Au~g-05 ~g-05 ~ ug-05 Dec-05 Central Renovation - Interior _____ $10,200,266 Fair Park Remodel $799,000 Fair Park Parking Lot ___ ____ _ __ $185,000 Forest Park Restr~oms ___ __ $152,881 Gibbs Addition __ ______ __ $705,670 -- - Oakhurst (Adult Education) New Windows ___ _ __ $215,000 -- ~ g-05 Pulaski Heights Elem/Middle Cafeteria Ceiling _ ___ $33,378 _ Aug-05 Pulaski Heights Elementary Clean Exterior Walls _ __ $98,660 - ~ g-05 ~ g-05 __ Aug-05 Aug-05 Aug-05 Pulaski Heights Elem/Middle I Replace Entry Doors ______ $13,990 Southwest I New Corridor Ceiling ____ $300,000 Western Hills IElectrical Upgrade \u0026amp; HVAC __ $622,160 Woodruff Parking addition $175,000 BOND PROJECTS CONSTRUCTION - SUMMER/ FALL 2005 I I I t:st. t.\nompIetIon Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Cloverdale Elementary Demolition _ _ __ $520,750 Aug-05 Henderson Skylight Replacement_ ___ $45,00-0~ Aug-05 Meadowcliff  Remodel_________ __ $164,150 Aug-05 Rightsell Renovation $2,494,000 ~ Q-05 BOND PROJECTS PLANNING STARTED CONST. DATE TO BE DETERMINED I I I t:st. ~ompIe11on Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Booker Electrical Upgrade Unknown Unknown Chicot - -- Electrical Upgrade _-_-_-_-~ Unknown Forest H~ghts ====- Remodel ~ --- -- $1 ,547,000 -- - - -Un-known Unknown Mitchell Renovation -- - $2,212,493 - Unknown Pulaski Hgts. MS -- Energy monitoring system installation Unknown - Unknown BOND PROJECTS NOT YET STARTED Facility Name I Project Description I _Adm_inistration Anne_x_ ___ A,,,.D.._A_A.,-daptations -------~E_lectrical Upgrade Adult Education ADA Adaptations __ _ __ ----~S_tr_uctural Repairs -~ __ _ Alternative Learning Center ADA Adaptations ________ _ Electrical Upgrade Booker Cashion Building Dodd Roof Repairs .. Restroom Renovation ---~A_D_A Adaptations ____ A=-D_A Adaptations ______ _ Restroom Renovation I t:si. 1.,ompIeuon Cost Date __ $_3_2,351 Unknown $9,166-- Unknown -- $248,020 Unknown $53,918 Unknown $43,134 - Unknown - $2,696 - Unknown - $26,959 Unknown $37,742 Unknown $107,835 _ Spring 2006 $21,567 Unknown $26,959 Unknown -Fa-cility Services ADA Adaptations $32,351 Unknown ~ ___ ------~~_ _II_ ns_tall Water Metersa!Cooling Towers -.--- - $4,313 Unknown _______ E_m_ergency Lighting Replacem_e_nt _ Land Purchase - Booker Fulbright - Renovate Restroom-s -- ------ -- ~ ADA Adaptations Garland ~ovation -- --- ADA Adaptations ~trical Upgrade __ =~~---\n_- Geyer S~pr_in~g~s ______ R_e~p_lace Restroom Stalls ADA Adaptations I ~ 80,876 - Unknown - $100,000 - Unknown $10,784 Unknown $21 ,567 Unknown $900,000-----i=,artially Complete $188,711 Unknown $6,988 Unknown $4,3_13__ Unknown ----,-- -- $21 ,567 Unknown Facility Name Henderson IRC Mabelvale Elementary McDermott Quigley Rockefeller Transportation - Laidlaw Transportation - LRSD West Little Rock School CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JUNE 23, 2005 BOND PROJECTS NOT YET STARTED I Project Description I Cost I Renovate Office $10,784 ADA Adaptations $70,093 ADA Adaptations I I $21,567 I Restroom Renovation $21,567 I 1 Electrical Upgrade $6,211 I Restroom Renovation $32,350 1 Restroom Upgrades $53,918 I 'Dressing Room Renovation I $37,742 1ADA Adaptations $26,959 I Electrical Upgrade $1,618 I Interior Renovation $16,175 ADA Adaptations $32,351 Electrical Upgrade $1,294 1New School $11,782,638 Est. Completion Date Summer 2006 Unknown Unknown Unknown Fall 2005 Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown ---- Unknown - Unknown -- Unknown Unk-no-wn Unknown BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED I I I Est. Completion Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Administration Asbestos abatement $380,495 Mar-03 Administration Fresh air system $55,000 Aug-03 Administration Fire alarm $32,350 Aug-03 Administration IHVAC - $70,000 Nov-04 --- Administration Annex Energy monitoring system installation May-02 -- --- Alternative Learning Ctr. ~ergy monitoring system installation $15,160 Oct-01 Alternative Learning Ctr. 1Energy efficient lighting $82,000 Dec-01 Badgett I Partial asbestos abatement $237,2~ -- - Jul-01 -- Badgett_ __ Fire alarm --$18~250 Aug-02 Bale --aassroom addition/renovation ~ $2,244,524 Dec-02 Bale I Energy monitoring system Mar-02 I- -- Bale Partial roof replacement - $269,5~ Dec-01 Bale HVAC $664,587 Aug-01 f- ~3,520 - Baselin-e --- Renovation ~ug-04 ~8,525 -- Booker Gym Roof Oct-04 - --$25,000- - Booker ADA Rest rooms Aug-04 -- --- - - -- Booker -- Energy efficient lighting $170,295 Apr-01 -- Energy monitoring system installation .. Booker --$- 23,710-=__ Oct-01 Booker Asbestos abatement $10,900 Feb-02 -- -- -- Booker Fire alarm $34,501 Mar-02 Brady Addition/renovation --- ---- $973,621- Nov-04 -- - Brady_ __ Energy efficient lighting -- - -+ $80,593 Sep-02 Brady Asbestos abatement $345,0~ Aug-02 --- -- $14,480 __ Carver Energy monitoring system installation May-01 -- Carver -- - Parking lot $111,742 - - Aug-03 Central HVAC Renovation - Band Area $225,000 Dec-04 -- Central Reflecting Pond $57,561 Sep-04 Central Parking -+- - Student parking $174,000 Aug-03 Central/Quigley Stadium light repair \u0026amp; electrical repair ~ $265,000 _ Aug-03 -- fentral/Q@ley .Athletic Field Improvement --- $38,000 Aug-03 Central/Quigley Irrigation System -- $14,500 - Aug-03 Central Purchase land for school Unknown Dec-02 ---- Central Roof \u0026amp; exterior renovations $2,000,000 Dec-02 2 ~ \u0026gt;n  C: -.,\n,:\n,\n,:\n,\n,:\n, l!!o 0 C: C: ..... \u0026gt; C: ~:IC m QO j!!z -\u0026lt;!!! '.\" .... ~ :zc 0  C: ~ m CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JUNE 23, 2005 BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED I I Est. Completion Facility Name Project Description Cost Date Central Ceiling and wall repair $24,000 Oct-01 Central Fire Alarm System Design/Installation $80,876 Aug-01 Central Front landing tile repair $22,470 Aug-01 Chicot Drainage $64,700 1 Aug-04 Chicot Sound Attenuation $43,134 Jul-04 ---------------- 1-c,C-lo_v_e_rd_a_le-----,-E---,l..e..,_m_._ ____ __E,,n-_erg.,=y_e--fc-f,i-ci_ent....I,~igch---t-ci-n_.g,~ __________- -$=-_132~,67_8--r-____- ---,- f-C_lo_v_e_rd_a_le_ M_S_ _____ ,_E_n_erg.,=y_e_ff_icie_n_t lig,\"-h-_ting\"-----------'--__$_ 1_89',7-_43~'------ Jul-01 Jul-01 ~C_lov_e_rd_a_le_ M_S_ _____ ,_M_a~jo_r_ren_o_vation\u0026amp;a_d_d_it_io_n_ ________$1_ ,39_3_,82_2--r-----N-ov-02 f-D_o_d_d ________ _,_F_ire_A_la_r~m~Upgrad_e ________ t------c,-$_9~,2_0_0-+-- Dodd I Energy efficient lighting $90,665 Oct-04 Aug-01 Dodd Asbestos abatement-ceiling tile $156,299 Jul-01 Dodd Replace roof top HVAC $215,570 Aug-02 Dunbar Renovation/addition $6,149,023 Nov-04 ------------1- F a c i Ii ties Service Interior renovation $84,672 Mar-01 --------- Aug-03 May-05 Facility Services Fire alarm $12,000 f-F-a-ir-P~a-rk_ _______ _,_R-oof -- ---- $245,784 ~r-02 Aug-01 - Aug-01 Fair Park HVAC renovation/fire alarm -----$-3-15,956 ---- Fair_P_a_rk ______ _,_E_n_ergyefficient lighting __ _-_:_-_ $90,162 - ~F_a_ir_P_a_rk_ _______ ,_A_s_bes_tos abatement-ceiling ____$_ 5_9,31 O_ 6 classroom addition \u0026amp; cafeteria/music j J  A. Fair room addition $3,155,640 Aug-04 J. A. Fair Energy efficient lighting 1 $277,594 ----Apr-01 J. A. Fair Press box , $10,784 r Nov-00 J. A. Fair Security cameras 1 $12,500 - - - Jun-01 ---'-------------+! ----c--- J. A. Fair Athletic Field Improvement $38,000 Jul-03 J. A. Fair Irrigation System $14,000 Jul-03 J. A. Fair Roof repairs --, - - $391,871 ~ -=-- Aug-03 Fores_t_P_a-rk_ ______R_ e_p-la-c~e-w- indow unitsw/centralH VAC l $485,258 Nov-03 Forest Park Diagonal parking 1 $111,742 --Aug-03 Fulbright Energyefficient lighting --- - $134:463 - - Jun-01 Forest Park Energy efficient lighting ~-$119 788 - May-01 Fulbright Energy monitoring system installation $11,950 _-_-_-_-_Aug-01 Fulbright - Replace roof top HVAC units I $107,835 - Aug-02 Fulbright Parking lot --- $140,000 Sep-02 Fulbright Roofrepairs ---r~--~- $200,000 - - Oct-02 Frank_lin_ -- - Renovation 1 $2,511,736 _ _ Mar-03 Geyer Springs Roof Repair ' $161,752 Jun-04 Energy efficient lighting -- -- $76,447 Apr-01 ------- Gibbs Gibbs ---------Energy monitoring s~tem installation __ _ $11 ,770 Jul-01 Hall Major renovation \u0026amp; addition '\" $8,637,709 Sep-03 ------ Asbestos abatement $168,222 Aug-01 Energy efficient lighting --=-- _ _:-=- $42,931 Jul-01 Hall Hall Hall ___In frastructure improvements __ $93,657 Aug-01 Hall Energy efficient lighting _____ _ $296,707 _ Apr-01 1H--a--ll -------- Intercom Feb-01 Hall - Henderson Henderson ---- Henderson Henders-on- ---- Henderson Security cameras ______ _ Lockers --------- Energy efficient lighting - Roof replacement gym Asbestos abatement Phase I Asbestos abatement Phase 2 $10,600 $43,854 $193,679 $107,835 $500,000 $250,000 Jun-01 Dec-04 Jul-01 May-01 Aug-0~ Aug-02 3 CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JUNE 23, 2005 BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED Facility Name I I I Est. Completion Project Description Cost Date ,_IR_C _________E_ ner~g~y_e_ff_ic_ie_n_t_~li g~h_ti~ng $109,136 Jul-02 Jefferson Asbestos abatement $43,639 Oct-01 ,_J_effer_s_o_n _______ R_enovation \u0026amp; fire alarm _____ _____ $1,630,000 Nov-02 Laidlaw !Parking lot $269,588 Jul-01 Mablevale Elem Fire Alarm Upgrade $12,000 Oct-04 Mabelvale Elem. Energy monitoring system installation $12,150 Aug-01 Mabelvale Elem. Replace HVAC units $300,000 _ Aug-02 Mabelvale Elem. Asbestos Abatement $107,000 Aug-02 Mabelvale Elem. I Energy efficient lighting __ $106,598 Dec-02 Mabelvale MS !Renovate bleachers $134,793 I Aug-01 Mabelvale MS Renovation $6,851,621 Mar-04 Mann Partial Replacement $11,500,000 Apr-04 1_M_a_n_n_ ________'A_s,p__h_a_lt wal_ks _________ The total $1_8 million I Dec-01 ,_M_a_n_n __________ W_a_lkw_a~y~ca_n_o~p_ie_s_ ________ is what has been Dec-01 ..,M._a_n_n_ ________ __,1B__o_ile_r_r_e,p_l_a_ce_ment _______ used so far on the Oct-01 ,_M_a_n_n ________ ___,F_encing~---- _______ projects listed Sep-01 Mann 'Partial demolition/portable classrooms completed for Mann. ' Aug-01 .,-----------+-----------'-- Mc CI e II an Parking Lot Overlay $65,000 Apr-05 McClellan Athletic Field Improvement $38,000 Jul-03 McClellan 'Irrigation System $14,750 Jul-03 McClellan Security cameras $36,300 Jun-01 1_M_c_C_lel_la_n_ _______ _E:_n_e\n__r_g,'I-Ly-e':..f...fic:...i..e-'--n_t lighting $303,614 _____M ay-~ McClellan Stadium stands repair ___ - $235,0~ Aug-01 McCle~ - Intercom $46,000 _ _ Feb-02 McClellan Classroom Addition __ $2,155,622 __ Jul-04 McDermott Fire Alarm Upgrade _____ _ $7 ,700 Sep-04 McDermott Energy efficient lighting______ $79,411  Feb-01 McDermott Replace roof top HVAC units $476,000 Aug-02 Meadowcliff Fire alarm $16,175 __ ~ 1 Meadowcliff _ Asbestos abatement ------~-- $253,412 Aug-02 Meadowcliff ___E_ n_g,.,_er,g.,_y efficient lighting___ _ $88,297 Dec-02 Metrop_o_lit_a_n ______ ~ R_e~p_la_ce_c_ooling tower $37,203 ___ Dec-00 Metropolitan Replace shop vent system $20,000 _____ May-01 Metropolitan ~ nergy monitoring system installation $17,145 Aug-01 Mitchell Building Remediation $ 165,000 Jul-04 Mitchell IEnergy efficient lighting. _-_- =_-=__ ---$103,642 -- Apr-01 Mitchell Energy monitoring system installation $16,695~ - Jul-01 Mitch~ --- Asbestos abatement - - - ~ 3,000 --=== Jul-01 Oakhurst HVAC renovation __ $237,237 __ Aug-01 Otter Creek Energy monitoring system installation _ $10,695 __ May-01 Otter Creek _ Energy efficient lighting ___ _,_ _ $81 ,828 _ Apr-01 Otter Creek _ Asbestos abatement ___ + $10,000 _ _ Aug-02 Otter Creek Parking lot ________ + $138,029 __ _ Aug-02 Otter Creek 6 classroom addition ________ $888,778 Oct-02 Otter Creek 'Parking Improvements _____ $142,541 ___ Aug-03 Parkview __ ~ ddition _ ____ __ $2,121,226 Dec-04 Parkview HVAC controls ______ $210,000 Jun-02 Parkview ~of replacement_______ - $273,877- -- Sep-01 Parkview I Exterior ligh~ ____ __ ~ 0)84 _ _ Nov-00 arkview HVAC renovation \u0026amp; 700 area controls $301 ,938 _ Aug-01 Parkview Locker replacement ___ ~ $120,000 _ Aug~ Parkview Energy efficient liqhtinq $315,600 Jun-01 4 ~ \u0026gt;nc -o\n:c\n:c\n:c C!!o De: C: r\u0026gt; C: ~\ns:: mg,o p!z -\u0026lt;l :,, ... Pl ::c z 0 8 -\u0026lt; C: -0 C ~ m CONSTRUCTION REPORT TO THE BOARD JUNE 23, 2005 BOND PROJECTS THAT HAVE BEEN COMPLETED I I I l::.st. c.\nompIetIon Facility Name Project Description Cost Date 1-P_ro_c_u_re_m_ en_t_ ____~ _E_ner__g,,~y_m_o_n_itor_in_g,,_s_y_stem installation _ _$\n_5-,'-2-_9_0_ _____Ju_ n_-0_2-1 Procurement Fire alarm $25,0_00~ ____A_u g\"'---03. Pulaski Hgts. Elem I Renovation - $1,193,2-59- -----No-v-0-4 , Pulaski Hgts. Elem Move playground ___ $17,000 Dec-02 \u0026gt;-P-u-la_s_ki H~g~t-s.-M- S----~I_R_e_n-ov~a-ti~o=n---- - $3,755,041 Nov-04 Rightsell Energy efficient lighting -- $84,898  Apr-01 -R--o'\"c'--ke_f_elle_r_ ______E_ n-er...g,,~y-e-ff-ic-ie_n_t _lig,\"-h-ting - ~ $137,004 - Mar-01 1-R_o_c_ke_f,elle_r_ ______R_ e.,p_la_ce_ ro_o_f_to.2p.. HVAC _ ::_ -$-'-5_3_9-'-'- 17_5_ ____A u,g,,_-_o-11 Rockefeller Parking addition $111,742 Aug-02 t-R_o_m_i-ne_ _______ 1 _A_s-be- s~tos abatement --- - $10,0_0_0 __ -----A~p~r--02-  Romine Major renovation \u0026amp; addition - $3,534,675 Mar-03 \u0026gt;-S_c_ott_F_ie-ld--------T-ra~c-k_R_e_n_o_vations - $289,056 May-05 -- -----~~ Security/Transportation Bus cameras $22,500 Jun-01 Southwest ---A-dd- i-tio_n_________ - - $2,000,000 - Nov-04 - Southwest Asbestos abatem_ent_ __ _ $28,138 _ Aug-00 Southwest New roof $690,000 Oct-03 Southwest Energy efficientlighting ====- ~ $168,719 Jan-02 Southwest 1Drainage / street widening__ _ $250,000 _-- Aug-03 Stude-nt_A_s_s-ig_n_m_e_n_t ____En_ e_r-gy~m-o-nitoring system installation _ $4,830_ _____A~ ug-.Q_2 Student Assignment 'Fire alarm __- -- $9,000 Aug-03 Tech Center Phase 1 Renovation ..- $275,000 - - Dec-01 Tech Ctr/ Metro Renovation Addition/Renovation - Phase II _ : fil79Jmo- Jun-04 Technology Upg~rad_e ___ ---=U~p=gra_d_e~p~hone system \u0026amp;_d_ata__ _ ___ Nov-02 Terry Energy efficient lighting __ _ $73,850 _ _ Fe_b_-01 Terry Driveway \u0026amp; Parking $83,484 Terry 1Media Center addition - $704,932 Wakefield Rebuild ------- - $5,300,000 ------ Wakefield Security cameras $8,000 Wakefield__ 'Energy efficient lighting $74,77El Wakefield -----D- e- molition/Asbestos Abateme~ - $200,000 Washington Fire Alarm Upgrade $11.~Aug- 02 Sep-02 Dec-04 Jun-01 Feb-01 Washington Security cameras $7,900 __ Nov-02 Oct-04 Jun-01 Apr-01 Jul-01 Washing~t_on _______ E_n_e_rg~y_e_fficient lighting Watson Energy monitoring system installation Watson - --Asbestos abatement ---- Watson Watson Watson --____ E_n_ergy efficient lighting Western Hills Western Hills vv'estern Hills Western Hills Western Hills Williams Williams Williams Wilson Wilson Wilson Woodruff Asbestos abatement Major renovation \u0026amp; addition ----- Fire Alarm Upgrade -,\n:oA Rest rooms Asbestos abatement Intercom Energy efficient lighting Renovation Parking expansions __ ~nergy efficient lighting HVAC for Cafeteria --- ---, Renovation/expansio_n ____ _ _ Parking Expansion Renovation $165,281 $8,530 $182,241 $106,868 $10,000 $800,000 $8,400 $25,000 $191,946 $7,100 $106,000 $2,106,492 $183,717 $122,719 $56,000 $1,263,876 $110,000 $246,419 ~ g-01 Aug-01 Aug-02 A~g-02 Oct-04 ----- - Aug-04 Aug-02 Dec-01 Jul-01 Mar-04 Dec-03 Jun-01 Mar-05 Feb-04 Aug-03 Aug-02 5 Vl. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES A. NPAAC RECOMMENDATIONS VII. CURRICULUM \u0026amp; INS] A. PRE/QUARTERL ~ E. INTERNAL AUDITORS REPORT F. TECHNOLOGY UPDATE V. ROUTINE tMTTERS A. MINUTES Date: June 23, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS To: Board of Directors @ From: Sandy Becker, Internal Auditor Re: Audit Report - June This is the sixty-eighth communication regarding status of the current year projects and reviews. Activity Funds a) Working with one high school, one middle school and two elementary schools to resolve financial issues in their activity funds. b) Reviewing monthly financial information for all schools and assisting in resolving balance issues. c) Training school staff at schools on financial processes by request. Activities Advisory Board (AAB) a) Assist the Activities Advisory Board in its mission to strengthen the effectiveness and viability of activities in the District. b) The AAB has forwarded a Booster Club Guidelines Package to be included in official publications of the District after review. Board Policy and Regulation a) The amended Out of District Travel regulation is being implemented. Technology a) Monitoring technology plans and technology meetings to determine how use of technology will improve and streamline the workflow for staff persons. b) Facilitating technology upgrade in cooperation with the English Department for Yearbook and ewspaper production staff in LRSD high schools to improve access to tools needed for students and staff. Training a) Served as a trainer for financial portion of uts \u0026amp; Bolts, Bookkeeper \u0026amp; Secretaries Training, Security Guard Training, individual school in-service meetings, and others as needed. Working to facilitate best means to improve financial processes and increase accountability for resources. Training new bookkeepers on bookkeeping procedures as requested. .'..\".\" ~ ::c z 0 8 -\u0026lt; C.. , 0 :!!\nm Audit Report - June 2005 Page 2 of2 b) Placed training material, smart worksheets, and other helpful items on the Teachers Lounge section of the Little Rock School District web page. c) Coordinated guidelines and aids to inform and assist new activity sponsors of specific tasks relating to each activity. Added new checklist for spirit sponsors and smart spreadsheet for fundraiser reconciliation. This information is now in the Teachers Lounge section of the District web page. d) Developed skills test for financial positions. Implementing in coordination with Human Resources. Audit Area Sampling and Review of Financial Procedures Other a) Pulling samples of district expenditures to test for accuracy, accountability, and compliance with District policies. Reviewing district payroll processes for compliance, economy and efficiency, internal controls, and cost control. Working with Financial Services Payroll on internal control and processing b) c) d) e) f) g) h) a) b) c) issues. Working with Financial Services on internal controls and rules for payroll processes and implementation of a new interface system. Monitoring other selected risk areas for efficiency, cost effectiveness, and compliance with District policies. Reviewing grant programs. Working with Child Nutrition on implementation of streamlined information processing system with Information Services and Child utrition Staff. Monitoring cost reduction efforts in the District. Monitoring combined payroll and human resources issues for compliance with board direction and internal controls. Reviewing leave accountability system. Reviewing Teacher School Supply Fund Records for recommendations. Provided technical assistance to school staff on grant writing. Served as co-chair of Strategic Team One - Financial Resources. Served as District coordinator of United Way's Day of Caring (April 17, 2005. Eleven schools participated. Problem Resolution a) I have made myself available to help resolve financial issues, assist in improving processes, and help find solutions to questions that arise. Please let me know if you need further information. My telephone number is 501-447-1115 . My e-mail is sandy.becker@lrsd.org. LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 DATE: TO: June 23, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Board Auditor Report BACKGROUND: Monthly report to School Board. RATIONALE: Summary report of activities. FUNDING: No changes. RECOMMENDATION: None. PREPARED BY: Sandy Becker ~ \u0026gt;n  C: ..,\n,o\n,o\n,o C!!n oc: C:,.... \u0026gt; C: ~ll: m QO p! z -\u0026lt; !!l != ... DATE: TO: FROM: June 23, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 Board of Directors Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Technology Report BACKGROUND: Since the last Board meeting the following technology activities took place:  Last month we reported that we had received over $ 1 million in e-rate funds for the 2003-2004 school year. All of the appeals that we filed on the 2003-2004 applications were upheld and fully funded.  This week it was announced that our 2004-2005 application for telecommunications services was funded in the amount of $ 1.2 million, bringing our total this year to $ 1.4 million. Because of e-rate funds, we receive a 73% discount on all services related to the wide area network, local, long distance, paging, and cellular phone service.  Our current Technology Plan covers the years 2003-2006. In order to meet state requirements for approval and to meet E-rate requirements the Technology Plan will have to be revised during the 2005-2006 school year. The new plan will have to be in draft form by the time we file our erate applications for 2006-2007 this December. It will have to be completed and approved by the Board in time for state submission in March 2006. Committees will be formed in August to begin the revision. RATIONALE: To implement the LRSD Technology Plan 2003 - 2006 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board accept this report. PREPARED BY: Lucy Neal, Director, Technology and Media Services John Ruffins, Director, Computer Information Services -0 :r me ~~ % z\no ,m.. mis nc :c\"' ~n c\n, m m\"' \"' LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 DATE: June 23, 2005 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Recommendations from the Nutrition and Physical Activity Advisory Committee (NPAAC) BACKGROUND: Act 1220 of 2003 was created to combat the crisis of childhood obesity and associated health problems. In the 2003-04 school year, 36.7% of LRSD students were identified as overweight or at risk of becoming overweight. Act 1220 requires each school district in Arkansas to convene a Nutrition and Physical Activity Advisory Committee by 2004 that includes members from school district governing boards, school administrators, food service personnel, teacher organizations, parents, students and professional groups from the community. Federal legislation was passed in 2004 requiring all school districts with a federally funded school meal program to establish a committee by 2006 to evaluate nutrition and physical education policies and to promote best practices. The LRSD Nutrition Physical Activity Advisory Committee (NPAAC) is charged to:  Annually assist schools in the assessment of each school campus utilizing the School Health index. Outcomes of this assessment will be incorporated into the school improvement plan.  Review and make recommendations to the local school board regarding all food and beverage contracts.  Maintain a list of non-food and healthy food alternatives for fundraisers.  Monitor in-service education for food service staff. RATIONALE: To support compliance with Act 1220, the NPAAC met monthly since August 2004 and put forward recommendations to promote the health of our students. When children's health, nutrition and exercise needs are met, they have the cognitive energy to learn and achieve. Sound nutrition and adequate physical activity are linked to academic achievement, self-esteem, mental health and school attendance - all leading to stronger .., :r m c: ~! z z\nD ,m...m~ (') C: ~ ~ ~~ m CJ) student performance. The LRSD Nutrition Physical Activity Advisory Committee is committed to creating health-promoting schools that support sound nutrition, physical activity and high academic achievement. We strongly support/endorse these recommendations and consider this the beginning of a long process. FUNDING: Funding is needed to meet the recommendations related to improving physical activity for elementary students in the following areas: 1. 2. Personnel FTE Salary - Certified Physical Education Teachers with Fringes 5 @ Total Staff Training Physical Education Aides (25@ 12 hours ea@ $13/hr ea) Child Nutrition Assistants (190@ 12 hours ea)@ 11/hr ea) $ $ Cost 50,000 250,000 3,900 $ 25,080 Legislation, from 2005, states all aides \u0026amp; assistants must have 12 hours of Staff Development annually. 3. Physical Education Curriculum (SPARK Curriculum) Sport, Play and Active Recreation for Kids Cost Curriculum Binders, K-2 \u0026amp; 3-5 Equipment Staff Development Total Grand Total $ 5,759 2,000 - 4,211 x 32 schools 5,198 $145,717.00 $424,697 Recommendations from NPAAC I. Fundraising Projects and Student Rewards Subcommittee 1. 2005-06 Fundraising projects, will achieve at least a 50/50 balance of healthy and less-healthy offerings. For single item fundraising sales, the sales Item must be healthy, for sales of multiple items, (e.g., sales from catalogs offering various products), at least 50% of the items must be either healthy items or non-food items. 2. Each secondary school shall appoint a staff person to monitor fundraisers by all school-related organizations or groups to ensure compliance with established guidelines. 3. Little Rock School District shall designate a representative to serve as a resource for schools in planning and coordinating fundraising activities and to serve as a liaison between the district and vendors to keep them informed of Little Rock School District policies related to fundraisers. 4. All schools are encouraged to sponsor fundraisers that promote physical activity. 5. For ongoing school \"activity fund\" sales, standard definitions, as published by the State Child Health Advisory Committee, for healthy concession stand items and serving sizes are consistent with those used for Little Rock School District vending machines and concession stands. (Table 1) 6. Unhealthy food and beverage items are not to be used as rewards in the classroom or school. The NPAAC will provide updated lists, to schools, annually of approved healthy food rewards\nplan and conduct a series of school-based inservice meetings for school staff, PT A groups, campus leadership teams and other groups on appropriate alternatives to unhealthy beverage/food rewards. II. Nutrition Subcommittee A. Allowable Foods and Portion Sizes 1. At the elementary level, only extra milk (flavored, 1 % or skim milk), 100% juice and water will be sold a la carte. The maximum size will be 8 ounces. A single purchase will be limited to only two of each 4 oz. item. 2. At the middle school level, only extra milk (flavored, 1%, or skim milk), water (fluoridated, caloric sweetener \u0026lt;10 calories), 100% juice and a whole fruit will be sold a la carte. A single purchase will be limited to one of each item. Vended a la carte items will be limited to 100% juices, flavored and unflavored waters and milk. The maximum size will be 12 ounces. 3. High School - A la carte items will include foods that meet the standards for all foods served as a part of a reimbursable meal. Other snack items shall meet the standard and portion size of Table 1 from the Child Health Advisory Committee and Company Vending Guidelines. A single purchase will be limited to one of each item. B. Menu Planning 1. Annually, Child Nutrition will conduct a written survey in selected elementary and secondary schools to solicit suggested menu items for the coming school year. The surveys will be compiled and evaluated for inclusion in the menu planning cycle. 2. The LRSD Child Nutrition Advisory Council will create a forum for receipt of recommendations for menu changes from parents and others through the P.T.A. Council. It is also recommended that parents be surveyed to provide suggested menu items during pre-school registration. The results and analysis of the surveys and recommendations will be submitted to CN for evaluation and inclusion in the menu planning cycle. C. Nutrition Education Nutrition education will be incorporated into the overall curriculum as well as in Health and Science programs in grades K - 6. Wellness and nutrition education should be integrated into the one semester required health course offered in grades 9 - 12 and in other related courses. D. Professional Development for Child Nutrition Professionals 1. The director will be responsible for providing a minimum of twelve hours of annual training to CN assistants, as recommended by the State Child Health Advisory Committee. A record documenting the required in-service training shall be maintained by the CN Director. 2. Each school manager will be required to provide a 30-minute in-service each month. Child Nutrition assistants will be paid their regular hourly rate. Ill. Physical Activity Subcommittee A. Certified Physical Education Teachers There are currently nine certified elementary physical education teachers in the Little Rock School District. To achieve compliance with ADE guidelines it is recommended that: 1. The LRSD incrementally increase the number of certified PE teachers, at the elementary level, based on the following schedule: School Year NewFTE Total Certified FTE 2005-06 5 14 2006-07 5 19 2007-08 5 24 2008-09 5 29 2009-10 3 32 B. Staff Development Provide required training for all paraprofessionals and volunteers who serve as PE teachers. Currently there are 25 paraprofessionals teaching Physical Education under the direction of the classroom teacher. C. Standardized Physical Education Curricula The Little Rock School District will adopt a standard PE curriculum for each organizational level beginning with the elementary level in the 2006-07 school year and the middle and high school levels in the 2007-08 school year. D. Form Multi-disciplinary Community Partnership Addressing and correcting problems related to physical inactivity cannot be limited to the regular school day. We recommend that the district establish a multi-disciplinary community partnership to develop a public awareness campaign that promotes physical activity as a part of family life extending beyond the school day by the beginning of the 2006-07 school year. This campaign would include informing parents of the importance of physical activity after school hours and establishing after school physical activity programs (in addition to athletics) in partnership with neighborhood organizations and groups. E. StudentfTeacher Ratio The student I teacher ratio for PE classes will be consistent as for other academic classes. F. Access to Activity All students are entitled to PE and recess. It is recommended that physical education and recess not be withheld or used as punishment. IV. Vending Subcommittee A. Vending Food \u0026amp; Beverage Sales For all food and beverages sold / vended via machines, school stores and concessions shall follow the recommendations of Act 1220 Child Health Advisory Committee (CHAC) with implementation of all recommendations starting in school year 2005-06: Nutrition Standards for Competitive Food follow allowable Foods and Portion Sizes in Table 1, with the following exceptions: i) Low-fat Milk will follow the FDA Food Labeling regulations and refer to 1 % and fat-free only. ii) Food/snack vending: ~35% of total calories from fat,~ 10% of calories from saturated and trans fat combined and ~ 35% of total weight from added sugar (if added sugar not on label use total sugar). B. Beverage Vending \u0026amp; Concession Contracts 1. In 2005-06, a 50/50 product mix in student accessible machines progressing to 75/25 in 2006-07 and reaching 100% healthy choices by 2007-08 school year. 2. 50/50 product mix for the athletic department, administration facilities and teacher lounges so as to be the same as in other District facilities. 3. 50/50 Product mix for after-hour concessions with the recommendation that individual schools consider moving to 100%. 4. Concessions and other fundraisers may sell bottled water with school name and/or mascot on the label. 5. Beverage container size limited to 12 oz. except water, which may be larger. 6. Sports beverages will be restricted to the immediate area of physical education facilities. 7. Student to beverage machine ratio will be flexible based on the discretion of the building principal (most of the principals and students at our presentations thought the 1 to 100 ratio was too much but would like some flexibility if their physical plant campus expanded). 8. All beverages sold in vending machines and concessions be priced equally so that cost is not an influence on student purchases. Recommendation We request Board approval to implement all no-cost recommendations provided by the Nutrition and Physical Advisory Committee for the 2005-06 school year. We further recommend that items requiring funding be considered for implementation as the Board reviews the budget anc\nl allocation of resources for the 2005-06 school year. Phase in of recommendations requiring additional personnel will be considered on a case-by-case basis and will require additional consideration by the administration and the Board of Directors. PREPARED BY: Margo Bushmiaer, Coordinator of Health Services, NPAAC Co-Chair Jo Evelyn Elston, Director of Pupil Services, NPAAC Member Junious Babbs, Associate Superintendent Table 1. Elementary/Middle/Junior/Senior High School Allowable Competitive Foods - Maximum Portion Size List Competitive Food or Beverage Chips (regular) Chips (baked or no more than 7.5 grams of fat per ounce), crackers, popcorn, cereal, trail mix, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, ierkv. pretzels Cookies Cereal bars Bakery items (e.g., pastries, muffins, doughnuts) excluding items that count as two-bread components served/sold onJy at breakfast. i Frozen desserts, ice cream(no L___more than l O grams of fat) I r I Whole milk, flavored or unflavored Low-fat milk (2% or less) , flavored or unflavored Fruit Juices or blends of jui-:cs with 100% iuice Sweetened non-carbonated beverages(:S15g sugar/serving) Carbonated beverages (:S 15g sugar/serving) Fruit snacks fortified with vitamin C ~ I Water- non-carbonated, L unflavored Prepared, Ready-to-Serve Maximum Portion Size 1.25 ounces 1.5 ounces 1.5 ounces 2.5 ounces 3 ounces - - 4 ounces --- 8 ounces 8 ounces 16 ounces 12 ounces --  12 ounces 12 ounces 2.5 ounces Unlimited 7 i ~ . ne \"D\n:c\n:c\n:c l!!n Oere  e\n:c~ iri II\" f!!z -~\u0026lt;. ,!.!.l \"D ::c me\n:c~ ~z z::c mm r~ ne i\n~ Zm ~en en NAME Bushmiaer, Margo Co-Chair Wheeler, Gary Dr. Co-Chair NUTRITION McCoy, Morlin, Co-Chair Borne', Eliza Burton, Marvin Cherepski, Stevie Davenport, Christy Dudley, Joan Milam, Debbie PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Scogin, Annette, Co-Chair Lincoln, Lynn, Co-Chair Brown,Sandra,RN Elston, Jo Evelyn McDaniel, Veronica Hickman, Natasha, RN Tollette, Binky Weber, Judy PhD FUND RAISING \u0026amp; AW ARDS Barksdale, Diane, Co-Chair Cox, Dana PhD, RD Co-Chair Smith, Paula Walker Hynes, Stephanie LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 2004-2005 Nutrition Physical Activity Advisory Subcommittee Members Lists REPRESENTING PHONE Coordinator, Health Services 447-7482 UAMS, ACH \u0026amp; Parent, Central Hiw 364-1416 Director, Child Nutrition 447-2450 12th Grade Student, Central 664-2626 Principal, Henderson 447-2800 Nurse, King Magnet 447-5105 ADH, Central Region 280-4950 Parent, Forest Park Elem. 663-4602 Director, VIPS 447-2967 Assistant Director, Athletics 447-2063 ADH, Pulaski County Central Health Unit 280-3369 Baptist Health - Community Outreach 202-1961 Director, Pupil Services 447-7490 ADH, SW Unit 565-9311 ADH \u0026amp; Parent, Central 280-4957 Pfeifer Camp 821-3714 UAMS, ACH \u0026amp; Parent, Terry Elem \u0026amp; Dunbar M.S. 364-3382 Principal, Carver 447-4000 Parent, Williams Magnet Elem. 614-4355 Parent, Williams Magnet Elem. 223-8332 Administrative Supervisor, Child Nutrition 447-2468 June I, 2005 EMAIL ADDRESS margo. bushmiaerra)lrsd. orn wheelerva.rv\u0026lt;@uams.edu morlin.mccov1mlrsd.orn: eborne1msbc11:lobal.net marvin. burtonra)lrsd.org stevanna.cherenskira)lrsd.org cdavenoortra)healthvarkansas.com erikora)aristotle.net debra.milamra)lrsd.org annette.scoginra)lrsd.org llincolnra)healthvarkansas.com sandrabra)baotist-health.org io.elston(a)lrsd.orn vdawsonlmhealthvarkansas.com nhickmanlmhealthvarkansas.com binkvra)ofeifercamo.com weberiudithlra)uams.edu marv.barksdalera)lrsd.orn danacox97 ra)sbcglobal.net ovsmithra)arkansas.net Steohanie.walker.hvnra)lrsd.org VENDING Blaine, Barbara, Co-Chair Counselor, W estem Hills 447-6900 Gamer, Carole RD, Co-Chair UAMS, College of Public Health 526-6606 Buck, Larry Principal, McClellan High 447-2100 Edgerson, Pat Parent, Forest Heights Middle \u0026amp; Central High 686-7981 Hendrix, Julie UALR/ Children International / Health Services \u0026amp; Parent, PHMS 663-5541 Lacey, Marian Dr. Administration, Asst. Superintendent, Secondary 447-1000 Montgomery, Darrel L. Hometown Health Improvement Leader, ADH 280-4963 Wheeler, Gary Dr. Co-Chair UAMS, ACH \u0026amp; Parent, Central High 364-1416 BYLAWS Bushmiaer, Margo - Chair Coordinator, Health Services 447-7482 Hill, Martha P~ent, Forest Park 282-0202 831-3864 Walker Hynes, Stephanie Administrative Supervisor, Child Nutrition 447-2468 Oll:l313100H:\u0026gt;S MO:1130008 11 S3:\u0026gt;l,\\M3S SS3HIS08 xi S30H\\/H:l13HHOSM3d 11 S3:\u0026gt;MOOS3M NVl'IOH 11111 91KOOl \\/OH30\\/ HOll\\/01\\/i\\3 9 'O A 1M31M\\/00/3Md \"\\/ 'llSHI Y wn,n:\u0026gt;IMMn:\u0026gt; 1111 barbara.blaineln'llrsd.orn: GamerCaroleBr@uams.edu Larrv. buckr@lrsd.org oedgersonr@uams.edu JMHENDRIXr@ualr.edu rnarian.lacevr@lrsd.om dmontgomen:(a),healthxarkansas.com wheelernarvr@uams.edu margo.bushmiaerr@lrsd.org j frenchhill(a),aristotle.net Stenhanie. walker.h vn ln'l lrsd.org 1H3Wd013i\\30 S31ll11:\u0026gt;\\/:1 v:1 A:\u0026gt;111od :oHIO\\t3M u~ a DATE: TO: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 June 23, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Quarterly Update Report BACKGROUND: The third quarterly written update (June 1) by the Planning, Research, and Evaluation (PRE) Department was completed in accordance with the District Court's 2004 Compliance Remedy (Memorandum Opinion of June 30, 2004, pp. 61-67). This report includes descriptions of research activities related to four step-2 evaluations currently being conducted by Ors. Steven Ross and James Catterall, and lists four proposed step- 2 evaluations to be completed by these researchers next school year. Dr. Ross' team has completed nearly all its observations of classes and its surveys of principals, teachers, students, and parents participating in Compasslearning, Reading Recovery, and SMART/THRIVE. Dr. Catterall is conducting interviews and surveys for the evaluation of Year-Round (Extended-Year) Education. Joshua and ODM along with other stakeholders took part in planning discussions for these evaluations. RATIONALE: The Court's remedy requires PRE to perform 8 \"step-2\" evaluations during this and next school years. FUNDING: Not Necessary RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board accept the Quarterly Update Report. DATE: TO: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 June 23, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: 2005-2006 Evaluation Agenda BACKGROUND: LRSD policy requires an annual Evaluation Agenda proposed to the Board of Directors outlining external evaluation activities with projected costs. During 2004-2005 PRE has engaged two outside consultants to evaluate four District programs. The 2005-2006 Evaluation Agenda consists of five external evaluations:  4 \"Step-2\" program evaluations mandated by Judge Wilson in 2004, and  1 non-mandated evaluation recommended by the PRE department RATIONALE: LRSD is complying with U. S. District Court's 2004 Compliance Remedy (Memorandum Opinion of June 30, 2004, pp. 61-67) to \"devise a comprehensive program assessment process\" which \"must be deeply embedded as a permanent part of LRSD's curriculum and instruction program.\" In December 2004, the Board of Directors approved this process. It provides for a range of educational program evaluations with respect to their scientific rigor and complexity, and it requires participation by LRSD stakeholders in the design and execution of evaluations. In the same Opinion, the Court ordered, \"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.\" By \"step 2\" the court meant for evaluations to delve into underlying reasons for outcomes. The primary outcome that the Court directed the District to examine is the academic achievement of African-American students. The Opinion also instructs the PRE Department to cooperate with the outside consultants and encourages it to evaluate additional District programs. Court-Mandated Evaluations for 2005-2006: For step 2 evaluations in 2005-2006, Dr. Ross has identified four 2.7 programs, named on the following page. fl\n:c m ~ r .C...:. lz5 !='\n:c m D _mC: ztn n-t\n:c-., ~ l6 m 31: .~., ~ m .., :r me: ~~ z z\n:c mm r~ (\") C: ~~ 25 rn m tn 1. Arkansas A+ Schools Network, at Woodruff Elementary School, incorporates the arts in teaching language and mathematics. Projected Cost: $30,000 2. KnowledgePoints is a Supplemental Educational Service (SES) selected at Bale, Brady, Chicot, Wakefield, and Watson Elementary Schools and offered there as an after-school program. Projected Cost: $30,000 3. 21 st Century Learning Centers offer a broad array of out-of-school support services, programs, and activities designed to help students meet academic standards and to increase student achievement. Projected Cost: $30,000 4. Pre-kindergarten (PreK) literacy development will be evaluated in the 31 schools with classes for 4-year-old children. These young students participate in developmentally appropriate and fun lessons and activities intended to nurture essential language skills. Projected Cost: $50,000 Dr. Catterall will evaluate Arkansas A+, while Dr. Ross will evaluate KnowledgePoints, 21 st Century Learning Centers, and PreK literacy. Data for schools where these programs operated this year (2004-2005) are in the tables below. Additional schools may participate next year, particularly schools chosen per the school choice option of No Child Left Behind regulations. Schools in these tables which are on the Arkansas School Improvement List are so noted by an asterisk(*). Proposed Programs Evaluations 2005-2006 2004-2005 School Data Percent Percent of Number Number of Students Schools of of Students Eligible for Teachers Students African- Free/Reduced American Lunch A+ Woodruff* 21 235 91 86 Knowledge Points Bale* 27 319 82 86 Brady* 28 318 78 80 Chicot* 44 536 73 86 Wakefield* 29 451 78 92 Watson* 34 456 96 93 .21 st Century Community Learning Centers Mabelvale Middle* 57 634 81 75 McClellan* 75 925 92 56 Henderson* 60 630 82 70 Hall* 105 1464 75 52 *These schools are designated for School Improvement. LRSD Schools Offering PreK Classes for !%' Four-Year-Old Students .\u0026gt;., ~\" No. of No. of Max. Enroll- No. of Per cent ~~ School Teachers Aides Students ment AA! AA mz en Cl Bale* 2 1 40 38 32 84.2 o  ~c3 Baseline* 2 1 40 39 32 82.1 6~ Brady* 2 1 40 37 27 73.0 \"D c\"i 31:-\u0026lt; m.., Carver 1 0 20 20 NAt NA .z... \u0026gt; Chicot* 4 2 80 59 46 78.0 Cloverdale* 2 1 40 40 32 80.0 Dodd 2 1 40 36 22 61.1 Fair Park*0 2 1 40 37 28 75.7 Forest Park 2 1 40 40 2 5.0 Franklin* 3 2 60 55 52 94.5 fl :,:, Fulbright 2 1 40 40 8 20.0 m ~ Geyer Springs 2 1 40 36 35 97.2 r- c..:.:. Jefferson 2 1 40 40 5 12.5 l5 z M. L. King* 4 2 60 80 46 57.5\n::: Mabelvale 2 1 40 38 31 81.6 ~ (J) z McDermott 2 1 40 40 27 67.5 \"' Meadowcliff 2 1 40 40 35 87.5 Otter Creek 2 1 40 39 22 56.4 Pulaski Heights 1 0 20 20 6 30.0 !=' Rightsell 1 1 40 38 38 100.0 ill 0 Rockefeller* 2 1 40 39 24 61.5 c:: _m zcn Romine 2 1 40 39 31 79.5 n-\u0026lt; ~~ Stephens* 4 2 80 78 72 92.3 en:,:, m!I: Terry 2 1 40 35 18 51 .4 ~ Wakefield* 2 1 40 39 29 74.4 r- \"D :,:, Washington* 4 2 80 75 67 89.3 c\"i m Watson* 2 1 40 36 34 94.4 Western Hills 1 0 20 37 20 54.1 Wilson* 1 0 20 18 16 88.9 Woodruff* 2 0 40 36 32 88.9 .\u0026gt; ~,... t AA is \"African American\". NA is \"not available\". \"D % me: :,:,5': * These schools are designated for School Improvement. ~z z 0 In the 2005-2006 school year, Fair Park Elementary converts to a preK center with eight or z:,:, mm more classes\nwhile the other elementary schools keep their current preK capacity. r- ~ nc:: ~ ~ Zm ~(J) (J) Non-mandated Evaluations: In addition to four court-mandated studies, PRE recommends a fifth external evaluation that will focus on Magnet Schools and Schools with Specialty Magnet Programs. Projected Cost: $60,000 The proposed Magnet School evaluation includes the study and evaluation of 18 magnet schools and specialty magnet programs within the Little Rock School District -- six Stipulated Magnet Schools, four Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) Schools and eight Specialty Magnet Programs. Stipulated Magnet Schools and Themes - 2004-2005 Schools in this table which are designated for School Improvement are so noted by an asterisk (*). Percent of Percent of School Magnet School Students Eligible Students Theme African-American Free/Reduced Lunch1 Elementary Schools Booker Arts Magnet 53 63 Carver Basic Skills/Math-Science 52 53 International Studies/ 53 44 Gibbs Foreign Languages Williams Traditional Ma~inet 52 34 Middle Schools Mann Arts and Science 52 37 High Schools Parkview Arts and Science 51 22 Magnet Schools Assistance Program Schools and Themes - 2004-20052 Schools in this table which are desiqnated for School Improvement are so noted by an asterisk (*). School Percent of Percent of Magnet School Students Eligible Students Theme African-American Free/Reduced Lunch3 Middle Schools Cloverdale  Engineering, Multimedia \u0026amp; Economics 8.2 86 Mabelvale  Medical Studies, Environmental Science and 81 75 1 Per cent of students who are eligible for the federal free or reduced-price meals program is a crude indicator of family economic circumstances. 2 2004-2005 was the fourth and last year of MSAP funding for these four schools 3 Per cent of students who are eligible for the federal free or reduced-price meals program is a crude indicator of family economic circumstances. Information Technoloav High Schools J.A. Fair* Science and technology Systems 85 54 McClellan* Engineering, Multimedia and Business Finance 92 56 Special Magnet Program4 Themes - 2004-2005 Schools in this table which are desianated for School Improvement are so noted by an asterisk (*). Percent of Percent of School Magnet School Students Eligible Students Theme African-American Free/Reduced Lunch5 Elementary Schools International, High King Intensity Learning 60 55 Rockefeller Early Childhood 67 66 Computer Science and Romine Basic Skills (lnterdistrict) 76 76 Washington * Basic Skills Math-Science 76 80 MaQnet (lnterdistrict) Middle Schools Dunbar * Gifted and Talented, 61 57 International Studies Henderson * Health Science 82 70 HiQh Schools Central International Studies 51 28 Hall* University Studies 75 52 4 These Specialty Programs are special programs which these schools offer. 5 Per cent of students who are eligible for the federal free or reduced-price meals program is a crude indicator of family economic circumstances. ~\na m ~ r. e...:. z~ -0 :r m c: ~~ zz\na mm r- ~ C') C: :r\na \u0026gt;n Zm ~ en en All five external evaluations will seek to answer the following Primary Evaluation Question: Have the Programs been effective in improving students' academic achievement? How effective have they been among African-American students? To ensure that a full range of quantitative and qualitative data is collected, the evaluators will use a variety of data collection tools and activities. They are:  classroom observations and protocols  surveys of parents, teachers, and students  interviews of students, administrators, parents, teachers  focus groups  student work portfolios  district data, e.g., demographic data, standardized test scores  site- and district-generated program documents The evaluators will be required to adhere to Professional Standards for Program Evaluation and to provide a complete list of standards used. FUNDING: Total projected costs for five studies: $200,000 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board will approve the 2005-2006 Evaluation Agenda. DATE: TO: June 23, 2005 Board of Directors LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Personnel Changes BACKGROUND: None RATIONALE: To staff allocated positions within the District FUNDING: Operating Fund RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the following personnel changes be approved at the indicated positions, salaries and classifications. In accordance with A.CA 6-17-1502, it is recommended that one additional year of probationary status is provided for all teachers who have been employed in a school district in this state for three (3) consecutive years. Teachers with an effective date of employment after August 19, 2004 for regular schools are considered intern teachers. Teachers with an effective date of employment after August 9, 2004 for EYE are considered intern teachers. PREPARED BY: Beverly William~1nior Director of Human Resources !=' ~ 0 _mC: z en n--\u0026lt;\nJD\"T1 ~ ~ m !C ~\ng n m r,, n 0 z en C: ~ z Cl ~ ~ IT' 31: rr Personnel Changes Page 2 June 23, 2005 NAME START DATE/ POSITION/ SCHOOL END DATE Resignations/Terminations Certified Employees Agnew, April Tutor/ 1-3-05 Reason: Contract ended WILSON 6-6-05 Akdamar, Lynn Elementary IV/ 1-18-05 Reason: Contract ended WAKEFIELD 6-6-05 Anders, Mika Writing/ 9-29-03 Reason: Contract ended MCCLELLAN 6-6-05 Austin, Lori Speech Pathology/ 1-18-05 Reason: Contract ended MABEL VALE 6-29-05 ELEMENTARY Austin, Robert Chemistry/ 11-08-04 Reason: Contract ended MCCLELLAN 6-6-05 Baker, Deborah Reading Recovery/ 9-13-04 Reason: Contract ended STEPHENS 6-29-05 Balmaz, Bettye Elementary II/ 9-9-04 Reason: Contract ended BOOKER 6-6-05 Banks, Cal American History/ 1-23-89 Reason: Contract ended MABELVALE MIDDLE 6-6-05 Beard, Willliam Social Studies/ 9-1-04 Reason: Contract ended MCCLELLAN 6-6-05 Bedell, Lisette Elementary V/ 8-11 -04 Reason: Returning to school WILSON 7-31-05 Boyd, Debbye General Science/ 9-14-04 Reason: Contract ended ADULT EDUCATION 6-6-05 Branch, Samuel Principal/ 7-26-93 Reason: Retired FAIR PARK 6-13-05 Brown, Lori Elementary V/ 1-3-05 Reason: Contract ended FRANKLIN 6-6-05 Brown, Stephen Special Education/ 8-30-04 Reason: Contract ended MABEL VALE 6-29-05 ELEMENTARY SALARY ANNUAL CLASS SALARY 1-01 30040.00 TCH925 1-01 30040.00 TCH925 3-06 37665.00 TCH925 62-06 42576.00 SPE925 4-10 43818.00 TCH925 2-07 37318.00 TCH925 5-20 57276.00 TCH925 1-05 33506.00 TCH925 5-01 36134.00 TCH925 1-05 33506.00 TCH925 2-16 477 17.00 TCH925 69-20 79692.00 ADC11X 4-13 47284.00 TCH925 4-01 34575.00 SPE925 Personnel Changes Page 3 June 23, 2005 !:D ~ \"T1 M ,. ~ START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL ~~ NAME POSITION / SCHOOL CLASS SALARY mz END DATE \"o'C'l ~~ 5r- Brown, Verlyn Tutor/ 8-11-04 1-10 39283.00 ~l\"i !:: -\u0026lt; Reason: Grantended FAIR PARK 6-6-05 TCH925 ~ .... Broyles, Tommy Examiner/ 10-25-04 61-15 54060.00 Reason: Contract ended HENDERSON 6-6-05 ADC105 Bryant, Sharon Title I/ 8-21-89 6-16 53898.00 Reason: Contract ended HENDERSON 6-6-05 TCH925 r\u0026gt;\na m Buck, Virginia Elementary Ill/ 1-23-89 3-18 51874.00 ~ r- C: Reason: Retired CARVER 6-6-05 TCH925 .... ~ ::: Burleson, Kimberly Elementary I/ 3-8-05 4-08 41507.00 ~ U\u0026gt; Reason: Contract ended MCDERMOTT 6-6-05 TCH925 z \"' Butcher, Angee Elementary Ill/ 1-3-05 4-18 53061 .00 Reason: Contract ended CLOVERDALE 6-29-05 TCH925 !=' ELEMENTARY ~ 0 C: _m Cain, Mary Elementary II/ 8-23-04 1-08 32350.00 ZU\u0026gt; n-\u0026lt; Reason: Contract ended WAKEFIELD 6-6-05 TCH925\na.., ~o \"'\na m!:: Caruth, Phyllis Mathematics/ 8-23-76 6-21 60020.00 ~ ~ Reason: Contract ended IRC 6-6-05 TCH10\na l\"i m Crader, Jason Tutor/ 2-14-05 1-01 30040 00 Reason: Contract ended BALE 6-6-05 TCH925 Crosby, Anne Speech Pathology/ 9-15-76 62-20 64668.00 Reason: Retired SOUTHWEST/ 6-6-05 SPE925 !'\" MCDERMOTT (') 0z U\u0026gt; C: Davis, Marjorie Math Coach/ 10-25-04 4-13 47284 00 !:\nz Reason: Contract ended CLOVERDALE 6-6-05 TCH925 ,C.'l MIDDLE C'l\na ~ ~ rr Debow, Bradley Instrumental Music/ 2-7-05 4-05 38041.00 Reason: Contract ended PARKVIEW 6-6-05 TCH925 '?\" Fakouri, Cathy Social Studies/ 8-12-99 4-19 54561.00 Ill Reason: Retired PULASKI HEIGHTS 6-6-05 TCH925 C: \u0026gt;\u0026lt; 8 MIDDLE m Ill .... C: -.,!!! oz\nam Farrar, Neoma Elementary II/ 1-18-05 1-01 30040.00 !1:1:l :c U\u0026gt; Reason: Contract ended CHICOT 6-6-05 TCH925 ~i mm i\n\"' !:'.l ~ Personnel Changes Page4 June 23, 2005 NAME Fikes, Leslie Reason: Leaving the city Francis, Deanna Reason: Personal Gault, Amy Reason: Contract ended Hamilton, Claudia Reason: Retired Hammond, Terri Reason: Retired Harrison, Brenda Reason: Contract ended Henry, Lauren Reason: Contract ended Hill, Dorothy Reason: Contract ended Holloman, Berlinda Reason: Contract ended Holmes, Jane Reason: Leaving the city Hooper, Ruth Reason: Contract ended Howse, Marion Reason: Contract ended Howard-Klein, Risie Reason: Contract ended Hudgens, Donna Reason: Leaving the city Hughes, Alicia Reason: Contract ended POSITION/ SCHOOL Elementary Ill/ ROMINE 4 Yr Old/ ROCKEFELLER Special Education/ STEPHENS Specialist/ CARVER Elementary V/ JEFFERSON Special Education/ WILSON Kindergarten/ CARVER Elementary II/ MEADOWCLIFF Elementary I/ BOOKER Elementary V/ WILLIAMS Music/ TERRY/FULBRIGHT Guidance Counselor/ VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Biology/ CENTRAL Kindergarten/ MABEL VALE ELEMENTARY Elementary IV/ CHICOT START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL END DATE CLASS SALARY 8-11-04 1-08 36972.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-1-01 2-06 36163.00 6-6-05 TCH925 1-24-05 4-14 48439.00 6-29-05 SPE925 8-20-79 4-19 54561 .00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-24-87 6-21 60020.00 6-6-05 TCH925 9-2-04 2-16 47717.00 6-6-05 SPE925 10-4-04 1-01 30040.00 6-6-05 TCH925 10-4-05 4-18 53061 .00 6-6-05 TCH925 2-15-05 1-09 38127.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-11 -04 1-01 30040.00 6-8-05 TCH925 11 -10-04 2-16 47717.00 6-6-05 TCH925 9-9-03 6-21 60020.00 6-16-04 TCH950 8-18-05 4-09 42662.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-24-87 4-19 54561 .00 6-30-05 K925 10-6-04 1-09 38127 .00 6-6-05 TCH925 Personnel Changes Page 5 June 23, 2005 ?' - \"Tl M \u0026gt; ~ START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL ~~ NAME POSITION / SCHOOL CLASS SALARY mz END DATE en C'\u0026gt; c ~~ Hunt, Marietta Music/ 8-29-88 4-19 ........ 54561.00 or\n\"ti-\u0026lt; Reason: Retired FOREST PARK 6-6-05 TCH925 1:..., !::1\u0026gt; -t Jackson, Marion Kindergarten/ 11-20-74 1-17 47715.00 Reason: Retired ROMINE 6-6-05 K925 Joiner-Tatum, Anna Assistant Principal/ 8-3-87 64-20 68652.00 Reason: Retired TERRY 6-13-05 TCH925 f)\n,c m Jones, Frances Assistant 8-24-87 79-20 107424.00 ~.... Reason: Retired Superintendent/ 6-30-05 ADC12 C: -t i5 SCHOOL SERVICES z\n:: ~ Jones, Freddie Arkansas History/ 8-27-74 5-20 57276.00 en z Reason: Retired J. A. FAIR 5-27-05 TCH925 \"' Jones, Vance Elementary V/ 8-24-04 1-01 30040.00 Reason: Contract ended DODD 6-6-05 TCH925 p\n,c m 0 C: Kahler, Mary Lou Assistant Principal/ 8-24-87 64-20 68652.00 _m zen n-\u0026lt; Reason : Retired KING 6-13-05 ADC105\nJC\"TI ~o en\n,c ml: Key, Shawn Spanish I/ 1-18-05 4-05 39196.00 ~ Reason: Contract ended J. A. FAIR 6-6-05 TCH925\n\",tci n m King , Patricia Elementary I/ 11-30-87 2-17 49217.00 Reason: Retired ROMINE 6-6-05 TCH925 Lawrence, Ryan Spanish I/ 8-11-04 1-01 30040.00 Reason None Given MCCLELLAN 6-6-05 TCH925 !\" n 0 Lawson, Karen Art/ 8-31-93 4-11 44973.00 z en C: Reason: Contract ended HALL 6-6-05 TCH925 !::\nz C') \u0026gt; Lloyd, Anna Music/ 10-8-04 1-01 30040.00 C')\n,c Reason: Contract ended DODD 6-6-05 TCH925 m \"ii': \"' Madden, Carrie Kindergarten/ 8-11-04 1-02 30617.00 Reason: Leaving the city WATSON 8-3-05 K925 .,. a, Martinez, Diana Tutor/ 2-7-05 1-01 30040.00 c: x Reason: Contract ended BASELINE 6-6-05 TCH925 8  mm -t C: ...,g? oz McCoy, Morlin Director/ 9-18-95 75-19 92520.00\n,cm ~m Reason: Retired CHILD NUTRITION 6-30-05 ADC12 :r\"' ~~ mm In\"' !:l i5 Personnel Changes Page 6 June 23, 2005 NAME Miller, Monica Reason: None Given Mitchell, Avis Reason: Contract ended Moore, Julianna Reason: Personal Morgan, Keisha Reason: Leaving the city Nauden, Lou Ethel Reason: Retired Nickerson, Vickie Reason: Contract ended Nunez, Teresa Reason: Contract ended Ogren, Kathryn Reason: Contract ended Page, Taranah Reason: Contract ended Parr, Patricia Reason: Contract ended Phillips, Anna Reason: Retired Pinkard, Tawanna Reason: Contract ended Relford, Melvia Reason: Contract ended Rhines, Mico Reason: None Given Richardson , Joyce Reason: Contract ended POSITION/ SCHOOL Health/ HALL Elementary I/ STEPHENS Literacy Coach/ ROMINE Special Education/ MABELVALE MIDDLE Elementary I/ ROMINE Elementary I/ MCDERMOTT Mathematics/ HALL 4 Yr Old/ ROMINE Elementary V/ ROMINE Librarian/ STEPHENS Gifted and Talented/ ROMINE Mathematics/ HENDERSON Special Education/ CENTRAL Elementary II/ BOOKER Special Education/ HALL START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL END DATE CLASS SALARY 8-14-97 4-07 40351 .00 6-16-05 TCH10 8-23-04 1-01 30040.00 6-29-05 TCH925 8-20-93 4-12 46128.00 6-6-05 TCH11 2-3-03 2-07 37318.00 5-27-05 SPE925 8-13-01 6-21 60020.00 5-24-05 TCH925 3-25-05 4-18 53061.00 6-6-05 TCH925 4-7-05 4-10 43818.00 6-6-05 TCH925 10-08-04 1-01 30040.00 6-6-05 4YR925 9-27-04 1-02 30617.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-23-04 4-18 53061 .00 6-29-05 LIB950 8-24-87 6-21 60020.00 6-6-05 G\u0026amp;T925 2-3-97 1-01 30040.00 6-6-05 TCH925 1-18-05 1-05 33506.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-14-95 2-11 41940.00 6-6-05 TCH925 2-22-05 1-16 46215.00 6-6-05 SPE925 Personnel Changes Page 7 June 23, 2005 !ll .., ~.. \u0026gt; ~ START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL ~~ NAME POSITION / SCHOOL CLASS SALARY mz END DATE o\"'C'l ~\ng Ridley, Ronnie Physical Science/ 8-13-01 6-04 40034.00 5~ ~\u0026lt;\"5 :E:-\u0026lt; Reason: None Given CENTRAL 6-6-05 TCH925 m\"\" .z... \u0026gt; Rodgers, Annette 4 Yr Old/ 9-22-80 4-19 54561 .00 Reason: Retired WASHINGTON 6-6-05 4YR925 Robertson, Martha Elementary II/ 8-27-84 3-18 51874.00 Reason: Retired WESTERN HILLS 6-6-05 TCH925 f')\no m Rybard, Aleta English/ 8-16-93 1-04 32350.00 ~ r- Reason: Contract ended HENDERSON 6-6-05 TCH925 C....:. i5 ~ Sandel, Cathryn Gifted and Talented/ 1-10-05 4-03 35730.00 r- ~ Reason: Contract ended ROCKEFELLER 6-6-05 G\u0026amp;T925 \"' z r:, Scheffer, Casey Elementary Ill/ 8-25-04 1-01 30040.00 Reason: Contract ended CARVER 6-6-05 TCH925 !='\no m Signaigo, Katherine Tutor/ 2-10-05 1-01 30040.00 0 C: Reason: Contract ended BALE 6-6-05 TCH925 _m Z\u0026lt;I\u0026gt; o-t\n,o-., ~o Slater, Carolyn Physical Education/ 8-25-69 4-19 54561.00 \"'' Reason: Retired HENDERSON 6-6-05 TCH925 m! r- ~ ~ Smith, Donald Journalism/ 8-19-92 1-03 31195.00 m Reason: Contract ended MCCLELLAN 6-16-05 TCH10 Smith, Elizabeth Music/ 8-16-93 1-17 47715.00 Reason: Leaving the city JEFFERSON 6-6-05 TCH925 rn Smith, Tunza ESL/ 1-3-05 1-01 30040.00 (\") 0 Reason: Contract ended CLOVERDALE 6-29-05 TCH925 z \"C': ELEMENTARY !:\nz C'l \u0026gt; Smith, Jr., Vernon Principal/ 8-10-87 76-20 98220.00 C'l\no Reason: Retired HALL 6-30-05 ADC12 m l'T' 3C rr Smith, Zachary Elementary II/ 8-2-04 1-03 31195.00 Reason: Leaving the city MITCHELL 6-29-05 TCH925 .,. a, Spearman, Kara Speech Pathology/ 8-9-00 62-09 46572.00 c: x 8 Reason : Accepted another FULBRIGHT 6-8-05 SPE925 mtll .... C: position -.,!!? oz\nom !Ii gi Spears, Marsha Elementary I/ 1-3-05 1-02 30617 .00 :r\"' Reason: Contract ended CARVER 6-6-05 TCH925 ~~ mm fn\"' !:l i5 Personnel Changes Page 8 June 23, 2005 NAME Stanley, Charles Reason: Accepted another position Stephens, Lisa Reason: Accepted another position Sullivan, Martha Reason: Contract ended Thomas, Homer Reason: Contract ended Todd, Tracye Reason: Accepted another position Turner, Marilyn Reason: Retired Turner, Ressie Reason: Contract ended Walker, Sharon Reason: Contract ended Walls, Alyson Reason: Contract ended West, Talisha Reason: Leaving the city Van Alstyne, Vicki Reason: Contract ended Whitby, Jennie Reason: Contract ended Williams, Beverly Reason: Accepted another position POSITION / SCHOOL Music/ ROMINE Kindergarten/ STEPHENS 4 Yr Old/ RIGHTSELL Social Studies/ ALC English/ FOREST HEIGHTS Elementary Ill/ FAIR PARK English/ ALC Mathematics/ ALC Business Education/ PARKVIEW 4 Yr Old/ FAIR PARK Special Education/ FRANKLIN Kindergarten/ BRADY Senior Director/ HUMAN RESOURCES START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL END DATE CLASS SALARY 8-11-04 1-01 30040.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-1-00 1-09 38127 .00 6-29-05 K925 11-15-04 1-16 46215.00 6-6-05 4YR925 9-9-04 6-13 50432.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-17-02 4-03 35730.00 8-01-05 TCH925 8-23-68 6-21 60020.00 6-6-05 TCH925 11-02-04 2-03 32697.00 6-6-05 TCH925 9-13-04 4-05 38041.00 6-6-05 TCH925 8-20-04 1-01 30040.00 6-7-05 TCH925 8-7-03 1-02 30617.00 6-6-05 TCH925 1-3-05 1-10 39283.00 6-6-05 SPE925 2-22-05 1-01 30040.00 6-6-05 K925 7-1-02 79-20 107424.00 6-30-05 ADC12 Personnel Changes Page9 June 23, 2005 !I\" \u0026gt;\"Tl -\"~ START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL ~~ mz CLASS SALARY NAME POSITION/ SCHOOL END DATE enc, c ~ i3 New Certified Employees 6~ -.,i\"I ii:-\u0026lt; m..., .z... \u0026gt; NONE Resignations/Terminations Non-Certified Employees Brown, Dewayne Custodian/ 8-23-04 31-01 11379.00 Reason: Accepted another BALE 6-1-05 CUS925 r\u0026gt; \"m' position i..s.. C: Collins, Mabel Child Nutrition/ 8-12-03 1-02 8547 .00 .... i5 Reason: Retired ALC 6-6-05 FSH5 z\n: ~ en Cunningham, Shawntell CARE/ 8-28-00 2-04 8.01 z (Co Reason: Personal CARE 6-3-05 CARE per hour Dangerfield, Mary Child Nutrition/ 9-22-97 3-08 9667.00 !=' Reason: Personal PULASKI HEIGHTS 6-3-05 FSH550 \"' MIDDLE m 0 C: _m zn -etn Hamilton, Ronita CARE/ 9-13-04 1-08 8.05 ,,,..., ~o Reason: None Given CARE 6-3-05 CARE per hour en\n,::, mi Harris, Earnestine Child Nutrition/ 10-7-85 3-17 10077.00 .., \"n' Reason: Retired WASHINGTON 6-6-05 FSH550 m McDonald, Keri Instructional Aide/ 10-13-03 33-17 16595.00 Reason: Leaving the city JEFFERSON 6-7-05 INA925 Mondy, Lisa Security Officer/ 1-2-04 36-11 15929.00 !\"Tl Reason: None Given BALE 6-3-05 SOFR9 n 0 z en C: Moore, Regina Secretary/ 8-10-89 44-20 37788.00 ........ z Reason: Accepted another ESL 6-30-05 CLK12 C) \u0026gt; C) position \"m' rr :i:: Neal, Shellie Child Nutrition/ 10-6-03 3-15 7066.00 rr Reason: Retired WILSON 6-6-05 FSH4 Palmer, Gladys Custodian/ 8-11-03 31-03 12085.00 .,,. tXJ Reason: Job Abandonment CENTRAL 5-13-05 CUS928 C: 5\u0026lt; 8  m Dl .... C: Springer, Pamela Instructional Aide/ 11-27-00 33-11 13875.00 ...,!!! oz\n,::, rn Reason: Returning to school WILLIAMS 6-6-05 INA925 ~~ :z: gi ~~ m,n i\n\"' !:l i5 Personnel Changes Page 10 June 23, 2005 NAME Weeks, Peggy Reason: Retired Walker, Matthew Reason: Job Abandonment Wallace, Robert Reason: Retired Young, Valerie Reason: None Given Allen, Donald Brown, Denise Dalsanto, Judy Griffin, Beverly Hudson, Valerie Seahorn, Lora Spears, Anita Taylor, Blondell START DATE/ SALARY ANNUAL POSITION / SCHOOL END DATE CLASS SALARY Secretary/ 11-28-84 39-20 32544.00 WESTERN HILLS 8-1-05 CLK10 Custodian/ 9-3-03 31-03 12085.00 CENTRAL 5-13-05 CUS928 Maintenance/ 12-14-81 46-18 37788.00 FACILITY SERVICES 6-30-05 MAINT Instructional Aide/ 8-12-99 33-17 16595.00 MCCLELLAN 6-6-05 INA925 New Non-Certified Employees NONE Non-Certified Promotions Promoted from Security Supervisor Grade 55 to Security Supervisor Grade 57 Promoted from File Clerk Grade 43 to Administrative Assistant Grade 46 Promoted from Secretary Grade 42 to Secretary Grade 44 Promoted from Executive Assistant Grade 58 to Senior Executive Assistant Grade 60 Promoted from Coordinator Grade 54 to Executive Assistant Grade 57 Promoted from Secretary Grade 42 to Secretary Grade 44 Promoted from Administrative Assistant Grade 46 to Administrative Assistant Grade 56 Promoted from Secretary Grade 42 to Secretary Grade 46 DATE: TO: June 23, 2005 Board of Directors LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Appointment of Principal for Hall High School BACKGROUND: To provide leadership to students and staff of Hall High School. RATIONALE: To fill the position being vacated by Vernon Smith, Jr. FUNDING: District Operating Budget RECOMMENDATION: I am pleased to appoint Mr. John Bacon, to the position of Principal at Hall High School. Mr. Bacon's resume and a job description are attached for your review. PREPARED BY: Beverly William~nior Director of Human Resources !J:l !=' ~ D _mC zcn n\no- .\u0026lt;., ~~ en\ns:: m~ ~ m JOHN BACON PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 1608 Pine Valley Road Little Rock, AR 72207 (501) 663-6153 Feb 1995-Present Little Rock School District Little Rock, AR Principal, Dunbar Gifted and Talented E duattwn/lntemational Studies Magnet Middk Schoo/, Ou! 2001-Present)  Provide strategic, operational, and instructional leadership for a middle school consisting of grades 6-8 with student enrollment of approximately 800 and an 80 member staff. Ass is tant Principal, Dunbar Gifted and Talented E duattwn/ International Studies Magnet Middk Schoo/, Ou! 1999-Jun 2001) Assistant Principal, Omerdalejunior Hiff\nAcademj0an]un 1999)  Managed student discipline referrals.  CDmpleted employee performance appraisals.  Served as a member of the campus leadership team  CDordinated building transportation and athletic programs. EAST Program Coordinator/Vocational Business Teacher, McClellan Business and TedmdugyMagnet Hirfa Schoo/, (Aug-Dec 1998)  Planned and facilitated the Environmental and Spatial Technology program  Instructed several computer applications courses.  Served as a member of the technology committee. Business Teacher, Pulaski Hei,rfats ]umar Hirfa (Aug 1996-Jun 1998)  Instructed courses in computer technology and career orientation.  Provided leadership for a team of related arts teachers.  Served as a member of the campus steering committee.  Provided assistance as a substitute building administrator. Intern/Long Term Substitute Teacher,]. A. Fair Hirfa Schoo/, OanJun 1996)  Taught courses in keyboarding applications and accounting. Substitute Teacher (Feb-Dec 1995)  Served as a substitute teacher at the secondary level. EDUCATION CERTIFICATION Gm-ently pursuing Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, AR Graduate hours (21) in education for certification University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR Master of Education in Secondary Education, May 1996 University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, AR Master of Business Administration, May 1994 Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA Bachelor of Science in Public Administration, May 1992 University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR (cum laude) Arkansas secondary principal, secondary-bus\"Ine\ns education teacher, vocational endorsement, career orientation endorsement RELATED EXPERIENCES RELATED SKILLS  eru\n.ently sexving as 3rd Vice-President fo~ theLittle Rock PTA Council  Gm-ently setving as Chainnan of the Arkansas Commission for Coordination of Educational Efforts (since 2004)  Sexved as C.0-President of Little Rock School District Principals Roundtable (2003-2004)  Sexved as Assistant Principal for the Accelerated Learning Center 12th Grade Summer School program (summer 2000, summer 2001)  Participated as a teacher in the Little Rock School District Vital Link Program - a summer job shadowing program for sixth grade students (summers 1997, 1998, 1999)  Experienced at class instruction .md supetv1S1on within traditional schedule and flexible/block schedule  Assisted in the decision-making process for converting a junior high school to a middle school  Completed training program on the Fred Jones Model for Effective Oassroom Management r\u0026gt; :c rn .i..s.. .C..:. ~ z PLEASE POST LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201 May 11 , 2005 PLEASE POST The Little Rock School District is now accepting applications for the following position for the 2005-06 school year: POSITION: Principal - Hall High School OUALIFICA TIONS: 1. At least five (5) years ' successful teaching experience and/or administration. 2. A master's degree or higher, with eligibility for Arkansas certification as a secondary principal. 3. Knowledge of curriculum development and successful teaching methods. 4. Evidence of strong experience in dealing with student problems. 5. Evidence of ability to set priorities, supervise and train personnel and make appropriate decisions. 6. Evidence of ability to function as a member of an administrative team. 7. Evidence of ability to become a competent educational leader in both curriculum and instruction. 8. Evidence of ability to maintain accurate inventories, records and reports. 9. Evidence of successful experience with parent and staff involvement. 10. Evidence of strong skills in meeting and dealing with the public in a manner that will promote a positive image of the Little Rock School District. 11 . Evidence of strong commitment to quality integrated education. 12. Strong interpersonal skills. 13. Evidence of strong organizational skills. 14. Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills. 15. Demonstrates the conviction that all children can and will learn in the Little Rock School District. NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST BE PREPARED TO SHOW EVIDENCE OF THESE QUALIFICATIONS IN THE INITIAL SCREENING INTERVIEW. JOB GOAL: To successfully plan, organize, implement, supervise, and evaluate the total operation of the school. ACCOUNTABILITY: Reports directly to Associate Superintendent - Secondary Education ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: 1. Assumes responsibility for the management and monitoring of his/her school, and serves as the chief advisor to the Assistant Superintendent on matters pertaining to administration and program implementation in his/her school. 2. Implements the process whereby school-level educational program needs are identified, alerts Assistant Superintendent regarding needed logistical and consultative support in order to accomplish this task. 3. Works with staff and patrons to determine educational program priorities and goals for his/her school. 4. Oversees the development of educational programs and the plans for implementing them on the school level. 5. Seeks the necessary consultative and logistical support to assure effective educational program implementation. 6. Monitors program implementation in his/her school. 7. Works with supervisor and building staff to make the necessary changes. 8. Assumes responsibility for conducting the performance evaluation of assigned personnel. 9. Assumes responsibility for all record keeping and other administrative tasks normally assigned to the principal. I 0. Performs other duties as may be assigned. SALARY AND TERMS: Pay 01 - Grade 76 - $55,704 - $98,220 - Twelve (12) month, 250 day contract, plus benefit package. NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based upon experience and education. EVALUATIO : Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. !='\n,\n:, m D _mC: z U) n--\u0026lt;\n,\n,-n ~~ U) !I: m~ .r., 2n:! m !\"Tl n 0 z U) C: ~ z Cl ~ ~ m 31: rr APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 30, 2005, or any time later until a satisfactory applicant is recommended and approved. SEND WRITTEN LETTERS OF INOUIRYTO: Beverly Williams - Director HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Little Rock School District 810 W Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone 501-447-1100 Fax 447-1162 NOTE: INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE POSITION MUST COMPLETE A VERY RIGOROUS SELECTION PROCESS. THEREFORE, BECAUSE AN INDIVIDUAL APPLIES FOR A POSITION DOES NOT NECESSARILY MEAN THAT AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONDUCTED. The Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equity concerns may be addressed to the Associate Superintendent for Administrative Services. It is the policy of the Little Rock School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. DATE: TO: June 23, 2005 Board of Directors LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Appointment of Assistant Principal for Martin Luther King Elementary BACKGROUND: To provide leadership to students and staff of Martin Luther King Elementary. RATIONALE: To fill the position being vacated by Mary Kahler. FUNDING: District Operating Budget RECOMMENDATION: I am pleased to appoint Ms. Diane Rynders, to the position of Assistant Principal at Martin Luther King Elementary. Ms. Rynders' resume and a job description are attached for your review. PREPARED BY: Beverly Williams~ior Director of Human Resources ~ ::0 m D _mC: ~ !!l ::0\"T1 ~~ Ch ii: m~ ,- ~ m r\" (\") 0 z (JI C: !:\nz C\"l ~ ~ :I: rr Education : Certification: Employment: Diane Rynders 1212 Dortch Loop , North Little Rock, Arkansas 72117 501-590-0389 or 501-447-7474 MED - University of Arkansas at Little Rock Gifted and Talented MED - University of Arkansas at Little Rock Reading Specialist BSE - University of Arkansas at Fayetteville Elementary and Early Childhood Education K-6 Elementary Reading Specialist K-12 Gifted and Talented K-12 Elementary Principal Supervisor 1989- Present - Coordinator of Gifted Programs - LRSD 1985 - 1989 - Adjunct Instructor - UALR 1985 - 1989 - Supervisor of Gifted Programs - O.U.R. Co-op 1980 - 1984 - Fifth Grade Teacher - LRSD 1978 - 1980 - Second/Third Grade Teacher - Fort Campbell, KY Professional Experience: Odyssey of the Mind State Director AGATE State Conference Chair NAGC National Conference Chair Director of (7) AEGIS Residential Summer Programs for HS students Arkansas Governor's Academic Quiz Bowl Site Host Professional Organizations: Arkansans for Gifted and Talented Education (AGATE) AGATE Board of Directors AGATE Council of Educators Odyssey of the Mind Board of Directors National Association of Gifted Children Arkansas Assoc. of Gifted Educational Administrators Charter Member Awards: 1995 AGATE Martha Ann Jones Service Award 1990 AGATE Challenger Award 6/8/2005 Experience as LRSD Gifted Coordinator: As Gifted Coordinator in the LRSD, I hove supervised the 34 elementary gifted specialists and coordinated the elementary gifted program. I have been instrumental in the development of the gifted and talented curriculum and in the designing and implementation of a defensible identification process. I have provided and guided the gifted specialists through staff development in the areas of gifted and general education and have monitored gifted programs at the building level. I have established and successfully implemented the District Quiz Bowl Competitions, the Fifth Grade Challenges, and the District Wide Chess Tournament. I have also served on various LRSD curriculum teams/committees including school audits, professional development, and curriculum alignment/development. Curriculum Areas of Expertise:  Differentiation of Instruction  Constructivist Approach to Instruction  Instructional Strategies/Multiple Intelligences  Curriculum Alignment with District/State Standards  Portfolio Assessment  Integration of Technology in the Curriculum  Enrichment/Acceleration  Thematic Units/Essential Questions  Curriculum Mapping  Integration/Product Development through Instruction  Current Trends in Gifted Education References: Mable Donaldson, Supervisor, LRSD Gifted Programs Ann Biggers, Gifted and Talented Program Director, ADE Lauro Beth Arnold , Social Studies Grant Director, LRSD Kristen Laughlin, GT Specialist, Forest Park, LRSD Cynthia Collins, GT Specialist, Jefferson/McDermott, LRSD Personal : Married to Michael Rynders Two sons: Jonathan (18) and Nicholas (14) Arkansas Race for the Cure Survivor Parade Chairperson Past Youth Director , All Souls Church Past Boord of Directors , All Souls Church !1 .. .. : l  6/8/2005 rn (\") 0z (/) C !:\nz G'l ~\no m m 3: m PLEASE POST LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 7220 I June I, 2005 PLEASE POST The Little Rock School District is now accepting applications for the following position for the 2005-06 school year. POSITION: Assistant l\n'rincipal - King Elementary OUALIFICA TIONS: 1. Master's degree (minimum) or higher with Arkansas License as an elementary principal. 2. At least three (3) years successful experience as a teacher and/or administrator in an urban school district. 3. Evidence of a strong commitment to quality desegregated education. 4. Knowledge of curriculum development and instruction. 5. The ability to apply this knowledge when working with faculty, students, parents, administrators, community members, and support staff. 6. Commitment to staff development demonstrated by a willingness to initiate, participate in, monitor, and maintain in-service activities. 7. Demonstrates the conviction that all children can and will learn in the Little Rock School District. 8. Evidence of successful experience with parent and staff involvement in decision making. 9. Evidence of successful experience in being a strong disciplinarian and conflict manager. I 0. Completion of State Evaluation Workshop. 11. Ability to evaluate instructional program and teacher effectiveness. 12. Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data. 13. Strong interpersonal skills. 14. Evidence of strong organizational skills. 15. Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills. NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST BE PREPARED TO SHOW EVIDE CE OF THESE OUALIFICATIO SIN THE INITIAL SCREENING INTERVIEW. JOB GOAL: To relieve the Principal of such impediments as prevents him/her from fulfilling chief responsibilities of promoting the educational well-being of each student in the school, and to demonstrate the capacity to perform the responsibilities of an assistant principal. ACCOUNTABILITY Reports Directly to the Principal ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS I RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: 1. Assumes responsibility of coordinating custodial, transportation, cafeteria, and other responsibilities. 2. Supervises conducts within the school, and oversees disciplinary procedures, keeping records of any disciplinary action. 3. Requisitions supplies and equipment, conducts inventories, maintains records, and checks on receipts for such materials. 4. Cooperates in conducting of safety inspection and safety drill activities. 5. Works with the principal in the preparation of the Parent/Student Handbook and the Staff handbook. 6. Assists in the administration of school rules regarding attendance. 7. Assists the principal in the general administration of the school. 8. Assumes the responsibility for conducting the performance evaluation of assigned personnel. 9. Assists in parent recruitment for the PT A and other parent involvement activities. 10. Support and participate in the unique year-round program for Stephens Elementary School and Recreation Center. 11. Attends staff meetings, serve on committees, and assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned by the principal. 12. Fosters collegiality and team building among staff members. 13. Communicates and promotes expectations for high-level performance to staff and students. 14. Makes commitment and time necessary for participation in district/school sponsored staff development and become computer literate. 15. Performs such other responsibilities as the principal may assign. fl\n,\n, m ~,... C: -\u0026lt; i5 z ,... ~ \"z' \"' !=' ~ D _mC: ~ ~\n,\n,-n ~ l6 \"'!I:: m~ .,...,.\n,\n, n m rn n 0 z \"C': !:j z C) l\n~ m 31: rr SALARY AND TERMS: Payl0 - Grade 64 - $38,928 - $68,652 - A ten and one-half (10.5) month contract (210 days), plus benefits package. NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based upon education and experience. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 1, 2005, or any time later until a satisfactory applicant is recommended and approved. SEND RESUMES/INQUIRES: Beverly Williams - Director HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Little Rock School District 810 W Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone 501-447-1100 Fax 501-447-1162 NOTE: INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE POSITION MUST COMPLETE A VERY RIGOROUS SELECTION PROCESS. THEREFORE, BECAUSE AN INDIVIDUAL APPLIES FOR A POSITION DOES NOT NECESSARILY MEAN THAT AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONDUCTED. The Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equity concerns may be addressed to the Associate Superintendent for Administrative Services. It is the policy of the Little Rock School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. DATE: TO: June 23, 2005 Board of Directors LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Appointment of Assistant Principal for Rockefeller Elementary BACKGROUND: To provide leadership to students and staff of Rockefeller Elementary. RATIONALE: To fill the position being vacated by Becky Ramsey. FUNDING: District Operating Budget RECOMMENDATION: I am pleased to appoint Ms. Sandra Register, to the position of Assistant Principal at Rockefeller Elementary. Ms. Register's resume and a job description are attached for your review. PREPARED BY: Beverly William~nior Director of Human Resources !D ~ ::0 m ~..... .C...: ~z !=' ~ 0 _mC: z en n--\u0026lt; ::O\"TI ~~ en !I:: m~ ..... -0 ::0 n m Sandra L. Register # 6 Lisawood Court Little Rock, Arkansas 72227 501224-8105 CAREER OBJECTIVE To obtain employment in an elementasy administrative position where opportunities for professional development and advancement exist. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Certification in Early Childhood, University of Arkansas Little Rock, August 1978. Master of Science in Early Childhood, University of Central Arkansas, August 1980. CAREER RELATED EXPERIENCE Student Teacher, Franklin Elementary School, Little Rock. Arkansas, Spring,. 1978. Math Lab Teacher, Williams Elementary School, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1978-1979. Taught math instruction to students in K-3rd grade. Math Lab Teacher, Jefferson Elementary School, Little Rock, Arkansas, 1979-1981. OTHER EXPERIENCE Kindergarten Teacher, Jefferson Elementary School, Little Rock, Arkansas, January 1979 to June 1995. Kindergarten Teacher, Hugh Goodwin Elementary School, El Dorado, Arkansas August 1995 to June 1998. Principal, Hugh Goodwin Elementary, El Dorado, Arkansas, September 2002 to January 2003. Principal, Retta Brown Elementary, El Dorado, Arkansas, July 1998 to June 2003. Second Grade Teacher, Terry Elementary, Little Rock, Arkansas, August 2003 to June 2004. Assistant Principal, Rockefeller Elementary School, Little Rock, Arkansas, August 2004- present. HONORS AND ACTIVITIES Delta Kappa Gamma Society Internacional, 1996-Present Arkansas Reading Association, 1995-Present Arkansas Association of Educational Administrators, 1998-Present Arkansas Association of Elementary School Principals, 1998-Present REFERENCES WILL BE FURNISHED UPON REQUEST PLEASE POST LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201 May 5, 2005 PLEASE POST The Little Rock School District is now accepting applications for the following position for the 2005-06 school year. POSITION: Assistant Principals (2) -(1) Terry Elementary School ( 1) Rockefeller Elementary QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Master's degree (minimum) or higher with Arkansas License as an elementary principal. 2. At least three (3) years successful experience as a teacher and/or administrator in an urban school district. 3. Evidence of a strong commitment to quality desegregated education. 4. Knowledge of curriculum development and instruction. 5. The ability to apply this knowledge when working with faculty, students, parents, administrators, community members, and support staff. 6. Commitment to staff development demonstrated by a willingness to initiate, participate in, monitor, and maintain in-service activities. 7. Demonstrates the conviction that all children can and will learn in the Little Rock School District. 8. Evidence of successful experience with parent and staff involvement in decision making. 9. Evidence of successful experience in being a strong disciplinarian and conflict manager. 10. Completion of State Evaluation Workshop. 11. Ability to evaluate instructional program and teacher effectiveness. 12. Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data. 13. Strong interpersonal skills. 14. Evidence of strong organizational skills. 15. Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills. NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST BE PREPARED TO SHOW EVIDENCE OF THESE QUALIFICATIONS IN THE INITIAL SCREENING INTERVIEW. f)\na m is ~_, i5 z r\"' ~ en z \"' JOB GOAL: To relieve the Principal of such impediments as prevents him/her from fulfilling chief responsibilities of promoting the educational well-being of each student in the school, and to demonstrate the capacity to perform the responsibilities of an assistant principal. ACCOUNT ABILITY Reports Directly to the Principal ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: 1. Assumes responsibility of coordinating custodial, transportation, cafeteria, and other responsibilities. 2. Supervises conducts within the school, and oversees disciplinary procedures, keeping records of any disciplinary action. 3. Requisitions supplies and equipment, conducts inventories, maintains records, and checks on receipts for such materials. 4. Cooperates in conducting of safety inspection and safety drill activities. 5. Works with the principal in the preparation of the Parent/Student Handbook and the Staff handbook. 6. Assists in the administration of school rules regarding attendance. 7. Assists the principal in the general administration of the school. 8. Assumes the responsibility for conducting the performance evaluation of assigned personnel. 9. Assists in parent recruitment for the PTA and other parent involvement activities. 10. Support and participate in the unique year-round program for Stephens Elementary School and Recreation Center. 11. Attends staff meetings, serve on committees, and assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned by the principal. 12. Fosters collegiality and team building among staff members. 13. Communicates and promotes expectations for high-level performance to staff and students. 14. Makes commitment and time necessary for participation in district/school sponsored staff development and become computer literate. 15. Performs such other responsibilities as the principal may assign. SALARY AND TERMS: Payl0 - Grade 64 - $38,928 - $68,652 -A ten and one-half (10.5) month contract (210 days), plus benefits package. NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based upon education and experience. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 20, 2005, or any time later until a satisfactory applicant is recommended and approved. SEND RESUMES/INQUIRES: Beverly Williams - Director HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Little Rock School District 810 W Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone 501-447-1100 Fax 501-447-1162 NOTE: INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE POSITION MUST COMPLETE A VERY RIGOROUS SELECTION PROCESS. THEREFORE, BECAUSE AN INDIVIDUAL APPLIES FOR A POSITION DOES NOT NECESSARILY MEAN THAT AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONDUCTED. The Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equity concerns may be addressed to the Associate Superintendent for Administrative Services. It is the policy of the Little Rock School District not to discriminate on the basis ofage, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. !Jl r\u0026gt; :,0 m ,~.... C...:. ~ z !=' ~ 0 _mC: ~~ :,o-n ~~ (/)~ m~ .,....,. :,0 n m !Tl n 0 z (/) C: !:\nz Cl ~ ~ m :,,I.:. DATE: June 23, 2005 TO: Board of Directors LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Appointment of Assistant Principal for Terry Elementary BACKGROUND: To provide leadership to students and staff of Terry Elementary. RATIONALE: To fill the position being vacated by Anna Joiner-Tatum. FUNDING: District Operating Budget RECOMMENDATION: I am pleased to appoint Ms. Eloise Booth, to the position of Assistant Principal at Terry Elementary. Ms. Booth's resume and a job description are attached for your review. PREPARED BY: Beverly Williams~:r Director of Human Resources Eloise Jeannette Booth 12606 Timber Hill Drive Little Roci\u0026lt;, Arkansas 72211 501-312-1317 eloise. booth@lrsd.org ===-================--==========-==-=--====--=-=------------- Experience: Little Rock School District- Little Rock, Arkansas Rockefeller Elementary- July 1999-2001 Stephens Elementary- July 2001-2004 Terry Elementary-October 2004-Preaent Camden-Fairview School District.Camden, Arkansas July 1986-1999 5th Grade Middle School Teacher, Assistant Principal, \u0026amp; Principal El Dorado School District 1979-1985 6th \u0026amp; 4th Grade Teacher Ouachita Area Development Corporation (YMCA)- Camden, Arkansas 1969-74 Payroll/Bookkeeper Education: Southern Arkansas University- Magnolia, Arkanaae Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, 1979 Ouachita Baptist University-Arkadelphia, Arkansas 72193 Master of Science, Elementary Education, 1982 Henderson State University-Arkadelphia, Arkaneae 72193 Master of Science, Educational Administration and Supervision, 1985 rn n 0 z \"c:': !:j z Cl li ::,) m m ~ Certification: Arkansas Deparbnent of Education Professional Teaching Licenee Arkansas Department of Education Elementary Principal Certification Leardership: Camden-Fairview School District-HIPPY Board President.. Equity Committee, Camden City Planning Commission, International Paper Advisory Board, Kiwanae, COE Chair, ACSIP Team, Outstanding Young Women of America, Nominated Principal of the Year, District Discipline Committee, Leadership Adcademy. Rockefeller and Stephens Elementary- Administrative Team, Teacher and Staff Evaluations, School-Wide Discipline Committee, TAP Certification, Parent and Student Handbook, Supervision and Scheduling of Instructional Aides, Transportation (Bus) Coordinator, 504 Coordianator, ESL Training, EYE Intersession Director, Campus Leadership Tean References: Avallable upon Request PLEASE POST LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72201 May 5, 2005 PLEASE POST The Little Rock School District is now accepting applications for the following position for the 2005-06 school year. POSITION: Assistant Principals (2) -(1) Terry Elementary School ( 1) Rockefeller Elementary QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Master's degree (minimum) or higher with Arkansas License as an elementary principal. 2. At least three (3) years successful experience as a teacher and/or administrator in an urban school district. 3. Evidence of a strong commitment to quality desegregated education. 4. Knowledge of curriculum development and instruction. 5. The ability to apply this knowledge when working with faculty, students, parents, administrators, community members, and support staff. 6. Commitment to staff development demonstrated by a willingness to initiate, participate in, monitor, and maintain in-service activities. 7. Demonstrates the conviction that all children can and will learn in the Little Rock School District. 8. Evidence of successful experiencewith parent and staff involvement in decision making. 9. Evidence of successful experience in being a strong disciplinarian and conflict manager. 10. Completion of State Evaluation Workshop. 11. Ability to evaluate instructional program and teacher effectiveness. 12. Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data. 13. Strong interpersonal skills. 14. Evidence of strong organizational skills. 15. Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills. NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST BE PREPARED TO SHOW EVIDENCE OF THESE QUALIFICATIONS IN THE INITIAL SCREEN! G INTERVIEW. !='\n:c m 0 _mC zcn (\")-\u0026lt;\n:c-.. !j!\n!l5 \"m'!:j!1\n:! r- ~ m rn (\") 0z \"C ' !:j z Cl a\n:c ~ :ii: \"' JOB GOAL: To relieve the Principal of such impediments as prevents him/her from fulfilling chief responsibilities of promoting the educational well-being of each student in the school, and to demonstrate the capacity to perform the responsibilities of an assistant principal. ACCOUNTABILITY Reports Directly to the Principal ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS I RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: 1. Assumes responsibility of coordinating custodial, transportation, cafeteria, and other responsibilities. 2. Supervises conducts within the school, and oversees disciplinary procedures, keeping records of any disciplinary action. 3. Requisitions supplies and equipment, conducts inventories, maintains records, and checks on receipts for such materials. 4. Cooperates in conducting of safety inspection and safety drill activities. 5. Works with the principal in the preparation of the Parent/Student Handbook and the Staff handbook. 6. Assists in the administration of school rules regarding attendance. 7. Assists the principal in the general administration of the school. 8. Assumes the responsibility for conducting the performance evaluation of assigned personnel. 9. Assists in parent recruitment for the PT A and other parent involvement activities. 10. Support and participate in the unique year-round program for Stephens Elementary School and Recreation Center. 11. Attends staff meetings, serve on committees, and assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned by the principal. 12. Fosters collegiality and team building among staff members. 13. Communicates and promotes expectations for high-level performance to staff and students. 14. Makes commitment and time necessary for participation in district/school sponsored staff development and become computer literate. 15. Performs such other responsibilities as the principal may assign. SALARY AND TERMS: Payl 0 - Grade 64 - $38,928 - $68,652 -A ten and one-half (10.5) month contract (210 days), plus benefits package. NOTE: Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based upon education and experience. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 20, 2005, or any time later until a satisfactory applicant is recommended and approved. SEND RESUMES/INQUIRES: Beverly Williams - Director HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Little Rock School District 810 W Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone 501-447-1100 Fax 501-447-1162 INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE POSITION MUST COMPLETE A VERY RIGOROUS SELECTIO PROCESS. THEREFORE, BECAUSE AN INDIVIDUAL APPLIES FOR A POSITIO DOES OT NECESSARILY MEAN THAT AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONDUCTED. The Little Rock School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equity concerns may be addressed to the Associate Superintendent for Administrative Services. It is the policy of the Little Rock School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. !ll fl \"m' ~ re:..... \u0026lt;5 z !\"' n 0 z U\u0026gt; C: !:j z Cl ~ ~ m ~ DATE: June 23, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Proposed Budget for Annual School Election BACKGROUND: In order to satisfy various legal requirements concerning school elections, budget publication, and school tax rates, the Board of Directors must approve a proposed budget for the 2006-2007 school year together with a rate of tax levy sufficient to provide such funds. RATIONALE: The requirement for publication of the budget shall be discharged by the board of directors of each school district by publication of its budget one (1) time ... not less than sixty (60) days before the annual school election. (Ark. Code Ann .  6-13-622) FUNDING: Operating Budget RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board of Directors approve the proposed budget of expenditures and tax levy for 2006-2007 as attached for publication in accordance with State law. PREPARED BY: Mark D. Milhollen Chief Financial Officer !Tl n 0 z C/) C: !:\nz C) ~ Rl \"31': rr PROPOSED BUDGET OF EXPENDITURES TOGETHER WITH TAX LEVY FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2006 TO AND INCLUDING JUNE 30, 2007 The Board of Directors of the Little Rock School District No. 60-01 of Pulaski County, Arkansas in compliance with the requirements of Amendments No. 40 and No. 7 4 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas and of Arkansas Code Ann.  6- 13-622 (1993 Repl.) has prepared, approved, and hereby makes public the proposed budget of expenditures together with a supporting tax rate as follows: 1. Salary Fund Expenditures 2. Instructional Expense 3. Maintenance \u0026amp; Operation Expense 4. Pupil Transportation Expense 5. Other Operating Expense 6. Non-bonded Debt Payment 7. Bonded Debt Payment 8. Building Fund Expense 9. Dedicated Maintenance \u0026amp; Operation $111,529,328.00 $ 25,881,109.00 $ 14,611,898.00 $ 14,396,284.00 $ 36,274,934.00 $ 655,000.00 $ 12,000,030.00 $ 12,000,000.00 $ 5,200,000.00 The total tax levy proposed includes 32.0 mills for the maintenance and operation of schools, 12.4 mills for debt service previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness, and 2.0 mills for current expenditures/dedicated maintenance and operation expenditures. Surplus revenues produced each year by debt service millage may be used by the District for other purposes. The total proposed rate includes the uniform rate of tax to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in this District. The proposed rate includes no increases. Given this 23rd day of June, 2005. Little Rock School District No. 60-01 of Pulaski County Larry Berkley, President Katherine Mitchell, Secretary DATE: June 23, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: First Reading - Board Policy FA: New Facilities Development Goal BACKGROUND: The promotion of buildings that are environmentally responsible is at the forefront of planning for energy and resource conservation at the local, state and national levels. The District is committed to contributing to the environmental and economic sustainability of our City and State. RATIONALE: In an effort to promote a positive effect on the City's environment and healthy places for students to learn and employees to work, the attached policy is presented for the Board's approval. New construction of District buildings will utilize sustainable design practices that will decrease the negative impact of buildings on the environment and occupant health while reducing operating and maintenance costs. FUNDING: Bond Account RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the Board approve Policy FA as attached. PREPARED BY: Mark D. Milhollen Chief Financial Officer r\u0026gt; ~ ~ E.... iz5 8 z ~ 0z \"' ..0.. ,, ~ \"C IT' ::c LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT NEPN CODE: FA New Facilities Development Goal The Board of Education is committed to promoting the conservation of energy and natural resources for new construction of District facilities. This approach will provide a positive effect on the City's environment and ensure healthy places for students to learn and employees to work. The promotion of buildings that are environmentally responsible is at the forefront of planning for energy and resource conservation at the local, state and national levels. The District will join in this effort through planning, designing, constructing and operating District-owned buildings and facilities by utilizing sustair:,able design practices that will decrease the negative impact of building on the environment and occupant health while reducing operating and maintenance costs. The District will adopt the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED-NC) rating system for new construction of District-owned facilities (or other nationally recognized rating system). Adopted: References: U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design system DATE: TO: LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 June 23, 2005 Board of Directors FROM: Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Resolution for Leasing Authority BACKGROUND: Verizon Communications Corporation, in conjunction with Excell Communications, Inc., has requested that the Little Rock School District lease to them three small parcels of property at Central, Parkview, and McClellan High Schools for the sole purpose of erecting communications relay towers to support their telephone systems. The three tower-sites, shown on the attached drawings, are as follows: A. Central High School - inside the stadium wall near the seating area on the east side of Quigley Field. B. Parkview High School - approximately 150 feet west of the Performing Arts Building. C. McClellan High School - east of the football stadium and approximately 150 feet from the south property line. Each of these sites will support a 150-foot monopole. RATIONALE: The Little Rock School District has granted to Excell Communications, Inc., entry and testing agreements through which this corporation is testing the sites to determine their suitability for situating a monopole in these locations. The leasing of these properties has been coordinated with the school principals, and it has been determined that the sites will not impact any of the operations presently ongoing at the schools. Other private locations and school districts are entertaining similar leases to support this nationwide communication system. ~?\u0026lt; me-, :IC,-, a- o (/) 0-\u0026lt; z- m c, m\na :i::m ~~ !\"\" n 0 z (/) C: !:\nz C) l!i ~ 31: rr FUNDING: The proposed term of the leased property would be twenty-five years, consisting of a five-year initial term and four five-year extensions. The overall revenue of $1,213,628 to be received by the District consists of a monthly rent of $1 ,000 per site beginning at construction with 15% increases after each five-year term. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Board approve the attached resolution allowing the Administration to enter into lease negotiations with Verizon Communications Corporation. PREPARED BY: Douglas Eaton, Director of Facility Services Mark D. Milhollen, Chief Financial Officer RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION OF THE LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR LEASING AUTHORITY TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT WHEREAS, Arkansas Code Annotated Section 6-13-620 authorizes the board of directors for each school district to lease property as lessor\nand WHEREAS, Arkansas Code Annotated Section 6-21-108(c) requires that the execution of all contracts and conveyances and lease contracts shall be performed by the president and confirmed by the secretary of the school board when authorized by a resolution in writing and approved by a majority vote of the school board\nand WHEREAS, Verizon Wireless Tennessee Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless, has requested the school district to lease to Verizon wireless Tennessee Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless, real property at the Central International Studies High School, McClellan Magnet High School and Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School locations for the purpose of locating towers and certain equipment that will facilitate wireless communications and other related transmissions\nand WHEREAS, the Little Rock School District will receive rent from Verizon Wireless Tennessee Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless, for such leases. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Little Rock School District Board of Directors that: The Administration is hereby authorized to enter into leases with Verizon Wireless Tennessee Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless, related to the Central International Studies High School, McClellan Magnet High School and Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School locations. 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FINANCIAL REPORT t: ~_f' . X. CLOSING REMAf XI. EMPLOYEE HEAi ,J :\ni D. REQUEST FOR MEAL PRICE INCREASE E. CONSULTING AGREEMI: F. DONATIONS Or PROPl:R r DATE: TO: FROM: June 23, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 Board of Directors Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: Request for Breakfast and Lunch Meal Price Increase BACKGROUND: The Little Rock School District Child Nutrition Department supports the School Meals Program from funds received from the service of reimbursable meals. The prices for the meals claimed at the reduced rate are set by USDA, and the prices for the meals claimed in the full-paid category are set by the Board of Directors for the school district. The Child Nutrition Department works to operate basically as a self sufficient entity of the district. RATIONALE: For the Child Nutrition meals program to remain basically self supporting and continue to provide high quality service for our customers, the meal prices must be raised. Food and labor costs increase at a rate of 3% to 5% each year, and, for Child Nutrition, labor costs increased at a rate of 10% the past year. Traditionally, manufacturers pass on to the customer any economic impact that they are experiencing due to gas wars or food production restrictions and other variables. The USDA reimbursement rates for Child Nutrition programs are based on program costs exclusive of a fringe benefit package. The present funds to the program are not adequate for sufficiency and growth. We propose that the breakfast meal price is increased by $.25 at each level and that the lunch meal price is increased by $.50 at each level. For the 2005-2006 school year the meal prices will be as follows: BREAKFAST Elementary - $1.00 Secondary - 1.00 Adults - 1.25 LUNCH Elementary - $2.00 Secondary - 2.25 Adults - 2.75 The current meal prices for Little Rock School District Child Nutrition have been in effect since the 2002-2003 school year. ~ \u0026gt; 0 5 C:\n:o z\nc zm ..... FUNDING: At the present level of participation, the proposed price increases will generate approximately $340,000.00 additional revenue for the program. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the Board approve the prepared meal prices for School year 2005- 2006. PREPARED BY: Morlin M. McCoy, Director of Child Nutrition Mark D. Milhollen, Chief Financial Officer DATE: TO: FROM: June 23, 2005 LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT 810 WEST MARKHAM LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201 Board of Directors Roy G. Brooks, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools SUBJECT: CONSUL TING AGREEMENT BACKGROUND: The Board approved the recommendations of the organizational audit on March 24, 2005, completing Phase I of the process to restructure the District's administration. Phase I recommendations are being implemented and administrative staff is being assigned to fill the vacancies and positions that will result in a more streamlined and efficient operation. RATIONALE: Phase II and 111 of the reorganization will provide the support systems necessary to ensure an efficient transition to the restructured operations. Technical assistance and support is required in order to affect the most orderly and effective use of our resources. Exhibit A of the proposed contract has been revised to take into consideration your input and comments. The exhibit provides specific details of services to be rendered by the consultants, Dr. Dennis Smith and Mr. Bob Klempen. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval to enter into the consulting agreement with Dr. Dennis Smith and Mr. Bob Klempen from July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006. FUNDING: Payment of consulting fees and expenses are specified in the attached agreement. PREPARED BY: Mark Milhollen, CFO ~ \u0026gt; C a C\nc z !I: zm --, CONSULTING AGREEMENT This CONSUL TING AGREEMENT (this \"Agreement\") is executed effective as of this 23rd day of June, 2005, by and between the Little Rock School District (the \"District\"), and Dr. Dennis Smith and Mr. Bob Klempen (collectively, the \"Consultant\"). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, District oversees the operation of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas public school system\nWHEREAS, Consultant has significant experience and expertise in defining organizational structure, standardized protocols and procedures, governance and management, results-based strategic planning, performance and accountability systems, and issue resolution/ decision-making procedures focused on improving student achievement and will be based upon effective school practices for schools\nand WHEREAS, the District desires to retain the services of Consultant as a consultant and independent contractor to District to focus the District, the Board and administration on more effective use of resources, increased accountability, enhanced community perception, improved morale and increased student achievement, all upon the terms and conditions contained herein\nNOW, THEREFORE, in exchange for the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto, intending to be legally bound, agree as follows: 1. ENGAGEMENT. The District hereby engages Consultant as a consultant and independent contractor, and Consultant  hereby accepts such engagement, upon the terms and conditions contained herein. 2. TERM. The term of this Agreement shall be for a period of one year beginning July 1, 2005, and ending June 30, 2006, subject to Paragraph 8 below. The foregoing notwithstanding, either party may terminate this Agreement on not less than 90 days prior written notice to the other party specifying the effective date of such termination. 3. CONSULTING SERVICES. During the term hereof, Consultant agrees to provide the consulting and advisory services to the District described on Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof (the \"Services\"), and, upon request, assist the District in the implementation and management of certain programs relating to the District's educational objectives. Consultant shall work with the District's Superintendent and other personnel and shall report to the District's Board of Education as needed. The exact nature of the Services shall be defined from time to time by the District and the Consultant. 4. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. In performing the services described herein, Consultant shall be an independent contractor and shall have no power or authority to bind District or to create any obligation or responsibility, express or implied, in the name or on behalf of the District. Consultant shall be solely responsible for payment of federal, state and local income taxes on all payments to him hereunder, and the District shall have no responsibility whatsoever therefor. 5. COMPENSATION. In consideration for the consulting and advisory services to be provided hereunder by the Consultant, the District agrees to pay the Consultant a total fee of$65,000 for services rendered from July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006. The Consultant will invoice the district each month, and the District shall pay such invoices within thirty (30) days. Consultant shall be responsible for paying Consultant's expenses incurred in performing the consulting and advisory services hereunder. The foregoing notwithstanding, the District will pay on behalf of Consultant ( or reimburse Consultant for) all reasonable expenses incurred by Consultant at the request of District in traveling to and from Little Rock, Arkansas, lodging and expenses incurred in connection with the Services\nprovided that such trip was approved in advance and the request for reimbursement is in accordance with the District's normal expense reimbursement policies. 6. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION. Consultant agrees that he will not, during or after the term of this Agreement, disclose, make public or otherwise utilize any proprietary or other confidential information relating to the District or its business, except as required by applicable law. Consultant shall deliver to the District no later than thirty (30) days after the date of termination of this Agreement all tangible forms of such information in his possession or control. 7. TERMINATION. (a) Consultant may, at his option, terminate this Agreement at any time upon ten ( 10) days prior written notice to the District if the District fails to make any payment hereunder to Consultant and such failure continues for a period of more than thirty (30) days following receipt of written notice of such default. (b) The District may terminate this Agreement upon ten (10) days prior written notice to Consultant if Consultant fails to perform his services hereunder in any material respect and such failure continues for a period of ten (10) days following receipt of such written notice from the District. (c) Upon termination of this Agreement, the District shall not be obligated to make any further payments to Consultant except amounts accrued, due and payable as of the date of termination. 2 ~ \u0026gt; ~ 0 C,,: z 3::: zm .... 8. MISCELLANEOUS. (a) Assignment. This Agreement and the rights, obligations and duties of the parties hereunder shall not be assignable or otherwise transferable without the prior written consent of each party. (b) Modification. No provision contained herein may be modified, amended or waived except by written agreement signed by the party to be bound thereby. ( c) Binding Effect and Benefit. This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, and shall be binding upon, the parties hereto, and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, personal representatives, successors and permitted assigns. (d) Headings and Captions. Subject headings and captions are included for convenience purposes only and shall not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. ( e) Notice. All notices, requests, demands and other communications permitted or required hereunder shall be in writing, and shall be deemed to have been duly given upon delivery if delivered in person, or on the date postmarked if mailed, registered or certified United States mail, postage prepaid as follows: If to Consultant, addressed or delivered in person to: Dennis M. Smith 2800 Park Place Laguna Beach, Ca. 92651 Ifto the District, addressed or delivered in person to: Little Rock School District 810 West Markham Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Attn: Dr. Roy Brooks, Superintendent Or to such other address as either party may designate by notice. (f) Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is held invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such determination shall not impair the enforceability of the remaining terms and provisions herein. 3 (g) Waiver. No waiver of a breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement shall operate or be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach or limit or restrict any right or remedy otherwise available. (h) Rights and Remedies Cumulative. The rights and remedies expressed herein are cumulative and not exclusive of any rights and remedies otherwise available. (i) Gender and Pronouns. Throughout this Agreement, the masculine shall include the feminine and neuter and the singular shall include the plural and vice versa as the context requires. G) Entire Agreement. This document constitutes the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes any and all other prior agreements, oral or written, with respect to the subject matter contained herein. (k) Governing Law. This Agreement shall be subject to and governed by the laws of the State of Arkansas. (1) No Joint Venture or Partnership, This Agreement shall not be considered to create any type of joint venture, partnership, or any other legal relationship between the parties in which either party shall share or be responsible for the debts or liabilities of the other party. 10. APPROVAL OF DISTRICT. The obligations of the District under this Agreement are expressly conditioned upon the ratification and approval of the Agreement by the Board of Education of the District. 4 ~ :,,. ~ 0 C:\no z le zm -\u0026lt; IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement effective as of the day and year aforesaid. DISTRICT: Little Rock School District By: ___________ _ Dr. Roy Brooks, Superintendent CONSULTANT: Dr. Dennis Smith Robert Klempen Ratified and Approved by the Board of Education of the Little Rock School District at the meeting held the 23rd day of June, 2005 . 5 Exhibit A Services Covered:  Advise the Superintendent on operational best practices and related matters during implementation of the LRSD administrative restructuring\n Assist (Advise) the (Deputy) Superintendent and (Government/Legislative/Public Affairs Officer) executive level staff in developing (regarding their) roles and responsibilities that are consistent with the objectives of the LRSD administrative restructuring and which make a clear differentiation between line and staff authority\no Specifically, consult with the (Advise) the Associate Superintendents of Elementary and Secondary Education regarding their roles as direct \"line\" supervisor. to principals\no Consult with (Advise) the Associate Superintendent of Education Services, Senior Director of Human Resources and Chief Financial Officer/Support Services regarding their role. as support staff to schools and principals\n Prepare (Advise) executive staff ( district leaders,) selected by the Superintendent to assume leadership roles (designated as Project Managers on) for work projects assigned by the Superintendent, including staff training and development, performance accountability and evaluation, effective communication, governance and management and results based strategic planning\n Provide continuous feedback (on progress) to the Superintendent on the progress being made during (the) successive phases of the (implementation) administrative restructuring\n Review written communications regarding the implementation of the (LRSD reorganization) administrative restructuring as directed by the Superintendent\n (Consult with Human Resources executive staff and the school attorneys in the implementation of the organizational audit\n)  (Plan with the Superintendent\nThis project was supported in part by a Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives project grant from The Andrew W. 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