October 21 2013

BOARD OF EDUCATION

CINCINNATI, OHIO

PROCEEDINGS

SPECIAL MEETING

October 21, 2013

Table of Contents

Roll Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 628 Recess into Executive Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . 628 Adjourn from Recess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 628

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SPECIAL MEETING The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, met in special public session pursuant to notice by the Treasurer in the Board Office at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center, 2651 Burnet Avenue, Monday, October 21, 2013 at 6:07 p.m., President Cooper Reed in the chair.

ROLL CALL Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Member Ingram arrived at 6:11 p.m. Superintendent Ronan was present.

RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION

Mr. Kuhns moved and Mr. Nelms seconded the motion that the Board recess into executive session at 6:09 p.m. to discuss pending or imminent court action in conference with Board Legal Counsel and employment of a public employee or official. Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (6) Noes: None President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.

ADJOURN FROM RECESS

The Board adjourned from Executive Session at 7:00 p.m.

Diana C. Whitt Treasurer/CFO

October 21 2013

BOARD OF EDUCATION

CINCINNATI, OHIO

PROCEEDINGS

REGULAR MEETING

October 21, 2013

Table of Contents Roll Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 629 Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 629 Board Announcements/Hearing the Public . . . . . . . . . . . 629 Resolution Approving Students Eligible for Subsidy (Reimbursement in Lieu of

Transportation) for the 2013-14 School Year . . . . . . . . . .

630 Resolution Amending the Resolution Executing a Contract for Yellow Bus

Transportation Service with First Student . . . . . . . . . . .

631 Student Achievement Committee – Written October 7, 2013 . . . . . . . 631 Finance Committee – Written October 9, 2013 . . . . . . . . . . 633 Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools 1. Certificated Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 635 2. Civil Service Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 640 Report of the Treasurer 1. Five Year Forecast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 644 2. Receipt of Donation from Friends of Dater Montessori . . . . . . 644 3. Receipt of Donation from Messer Construction Co. . . . . . . . 644 4. Receipt of Donation from Community Learning Center Institute . . . . 644 5. Receipt of Donation from Edna DeLuca . . . . . . . . . . 644 6. Receipt of Donation from Carthage Garden Club . . . . . . . . 644 7. Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Grandin Company, Ltd. . . . 644

October 21 2013

PROCEEDINGS

REGULAR MEETING

October 21, 2013

Table of Contents

(cont.)

Report of the Treasurer (cont.) 8. Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Losantiville Buildings, LLC . . 644 9. Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with 3117 Southside Realty, LLC . . 644 10. Agreement with Carmen Burks . . . . . . . . . . . 644 11. Agreement with FamiliesFORWARD . . . . . . . . . . 645 12. Agreement with Talbert House . . . . . . . . . . . . 645 13. Board Member Service Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . 645 14. Payment for Legal Services from General Fund General Counsel’s Office . . 645 15. Award Of Purchase Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . 645 16. Award Of Change Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . 646 Late Requests 17. Agreement with ProSource . . . . . . . . . . . . 646 For Board Information 18. Agreement with Marguerite Hoppert . . . . . . . . . . 646 For Board Information – late request 19. Agreement with Primax Group . . . . . . . . . . . . 646 Other Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 647 Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 647 Adjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 647

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REGULAR MEETING The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, met pursuant to its calendar of meetings in the Rosa E. Blackwell Interactive Learning Center at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center, 2651 Burnet Avenue, Monday, October 21, 2013 at 7:04 p.m., President Cooper Reed in the chair. The pledge to the flag was led by students from Walnut Hills High School, Jeff Brokamp, Principal.

ROLL CALL Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Superintendent Ronan was present.

PRESENTATIONS 1. Walnut Hills High School – Jeff Brokamp, Principal

2. Financial Systems Management Update – Diana Whitt, Treasurer

BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS/HEARING THE PUBLIC Kudos to: 1. Bryan Cooley, a teacher at Hartwell School, who was one of 45 teachers throughout Ohio to be recognized by Battelle for

Kids as a Distinguished Teacher. Battelle for Kids celebrates educators who have achieved powerful results in the classroom. The organization uses principal feedback and value-added data showing that teachers consistently achieved above-expected growth with their students over the last two years.

2. 18 students from the School for Creative and Performing Arts and Walnut Hills High School for being named 2014

National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists. They are among 16,000 other semifinalists across the country competing for 8,000 scholarships worth about $35 million. The winners will be announced next spring.

Congratulations to:

Jacob Bargemann, Walnut Hills High School Hailey Robinson, Walnut Hills High School

Emily Beckett, Walnut Hills High School Devin Ryan, Walnut Hills High School

Madeline Bonfield, Walnut Hills High School Garreston Oester, Walnut Hills High School

Katherine Cheng, Walnut Hills High School Isaac Shapiro, Walnut Hills High School

Eli Davis, School for Creative and Performing Arts Zoe Schack, Walnut Hills High School

Annabelle Gordon, Walnut Hills High School Nathan Katkin, Walnut Hills High School

Sidney Tobias-Haynes, Walnut Hills High School Bhargav Vemuri, Walnut Hills High School

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BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS/HEARING THE PUBLIC (cont.)

Eric Simerlink, Walnut Hills High School Erin Speno, Walnut Hills High School

Skyler Ware, Walnut Hills High School Nicholas Witzeman, Walnut Hills High School

3. To the SPCA's custodial staff and the District's facilities crew for a superb job in responding to a sprinkler system that was triggered in a fourth-floor classroom at the School for Creative and Performing Arts.

4. To Parker Woods School for the wonderful dedication ceremony. Rothenberg School’s dedication is scheduled on Wednesday, October 23, 2013.

5. To Western Hills High School Band for an outstanding performance at the October 18, 2013 football game.

6. CPS retirees were congratulated and thanked for their years of service to the students and the District. The following persons addressed the Board regarding the topics indicated: Curtis Wells Partnership with GE and items contained in the Treasurer’s Report. Christie Bryant CFT – teacher staffing, overloads. Julie Sellers CFT President.

A RESOLUTION APPROVING STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR SUBSIDY (REIMBURSEMENT IN LIEU OF TRANSPORTATION)

FOR THE 2013-14 SCHOOL YEAR

WHEREAS, The Cincinnati City School District has identified one hundred eighty five (185) pupils, bringing our

total to one thousand, nine hundred fifty four (1,954) pupils to be residents of this school district and eligible for transportation services; and

WHEREAS, After a careful evaluation of all available options, it has been determined that it is impractical to provide transportation for these students to their selected schools; and

WHEREAS, The following factors as identified in Ohio Revised Code 3327.2 have been considered on a student by student basis:

1. The time and distance required to provide the transportation 2. The number of pupils to be transported 3. The cost of providing transportation in terms of equipment, maintenance, personnel, and administration 4. Whether similar or equivalent service is provided to other pupils eligible for transportation 5. Whether and to what extent the additional service unavoidably disrupts current transportation schedules 6. Whether other reimbursable types of transportation are available; and

WHEREAS, The option of offering payment in lieu of transportation is provided in Ohio Revised Code:

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Cincinnati Board of Education, in accordance with ORC 3327.2

and Board Policy 8600.02, declares one hundred eighty five (185) pupils impractical for transportation; bringing our current total to one thousand, nine hundred fifty four (1,954) pupils; and

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, THAT THE Cincinnati Board of Education approves the declaration of impractical to transport for the identified students for the 2013-2014 school year. Catherine D. Ingram

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A RESOLUTION APPROVING STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR SUBSIDY (REIMBURSEMENT IN LIEU OF TRANSPORTATION)

(cont.) Ms. Ingram moved and Mr. Nelms moved that the Resolution Approving Students Eligible for Subsidy (Reimbursement in Lieu of transportation) be approved. Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White (6) Noes: None President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.

A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE RESOLUTION EXECUTING A CONTRACT FOR YELLOW BUS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE WITH FIRST STUDENT

WHEREAS, on April 22, 2009, the Cincinnati (City) School District enacted a resolution executing a contract for yellow bus transportation service with First Student which commenced on July 1, 2009; and

WHEREAS, the current Yellow Bus contract was for the period July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2014, at a cost not to exceed $91,000,000; funding from the general fund; and

WHEREAS, the Cincinnati (City) School District’s Finance Committee has considered the increase in cost due to service changes;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Office of Pupil Transportation may amend the First Student, Inc. contract resolution for Yellow Bus Transportation Service, for period July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2014 at a cost not to exceed $108,000,000; funds from the general fund. Melanie Bates Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Nelms seconded that the Resolution Amending The Resolution Executing A Contract For Yellow Bus Transportation Service With First Student be approved. Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White (6) Noes: None President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.

REPORT OF THE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT COMMITTEE The Student Achievement Committee (SAC) met on Monday, October 7, 2013 at 4:00 PM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in the Board Office Conference Room. Committee Action Items (9-9-13)

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REPORT OF THE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT COMMITTEE (cont.)

District Counselors Update Superintendent Ronan provided the Committee with a spreadsheet of partners who provide counseling services at the high schools. She also reported that most of the counselors in the schools are primarily doing college counseling. Committee Chair Ingram inquired about counselors in schools being able to do counseling in other areas. The Committee expressed concern about partners that are in the schools and how their services are impacting the children. Resource Coordinators Update Superintendent Ronan provided the Committee with a copy of the 2011-2012 Cincinnati Public Schools Community Learning Centers (CLC) Evaluation. The Report contains information about support services offered for students, families and the community. The CLC's are staffed with Resource Coordinators who pinpoint and align community resources with the priorities and needs of the children. Julie Doppler, CLC Coordinator, provided the Committee with a copy of a Lead Agency Site Report that contains data on services and partners offered at specific schools. The Lead Agency Site Report can be located on the dashboard for each school. Educational Initiative Panel (EIP) Update Discussions on EIP will take place as needed. Board Assignment (Committee of the Whole 9-4-13): Update on Student Learning Objectives (SLO) Yenetta Harper, Office of Innovation Director, provided the Committee with a copy of when the SLO trainings took place. She also provided a list of interpreted acronyms that pertain to the teacher and principal evaluations. Discipline Committee The Committee met on September 17, 2013 and discussed long and short form audits, data regarding Summer Bridge and reviewed Alternative to Suspension/Alternative to Expulsion data. The Committee's next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2013, at 4:00 PM. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 PM. Student Achievement Committee Staff Liaisons Catherine D. Ingram, Chair Mary A. Ronan, Superintendent Alexander P. Kuhns Laura Mitchell, Deputy Superintendent, absent A. Chris Nelms Eileen Cooper Reed (ex-officio)

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REPORT OF THE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT COMMITTEE (cont.)

Ms. Ingram moved that the Report of the Student Achievement Committee be accepted Passed viva voce. President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.

REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE The Finance Committee met on Wednesday, October 9, 2013, at 12:00 PM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in the Board Conference Room. Review Consultant Form Cynthia Dillon, General Counsel, will provide an update on her review of the Consultant Form at the November 13, 2013 Finance Committee meeting. Quarterly Transportation Update John Davis, Director of Transportation, provided the Committee with an update on CPS' bus transportation. Mr. Davis reported that the number of students transported on a daily bases for the 2013-14 school year has increased slightly, over school year 2012-2013. Total projected cost to transport students for school year 2013-2014 is $28,863,482.00, which is under the current budget of $32,660,657.00 Mr. Davis also reported on the following topics:

Operational Statics on Yellow Bus Services o Public, Non-Public and Charter

Metro Bus Operations Statistics o Service Miles/Hours/Days/Vehicles o Contract: Cost/Passes/Fare Drop/Cost Per Rider

First Student Operations Statistics; o Contract o CPS, Non-Public/Charter, Special Ed, Annual Cost for Riders and Routes

Development of a First Student Contract Negotiations Team o Team members: Principals, Public, Purchasing, Student Services, Transportation Team;

Establishing a Calendar Coordinating Committee with the Non-Public and Charter could result in saving for the district up to $650,000 in transportation cost;

A copy of the presentation is available in the Board office. ACTION: Mr. Davis will provide the Committee with the number of CPS students that are transported.

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REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE (cont.)

Quarterly Investment Update Treasurer Whitt will provide Committee with a Quarterly Investment summary report. Insurance – Fine Arts Floater and Property and Boiler Insurance Mrs. Whitt informed the Committee that insurance policies for Fine Arts Floater and Boiler Insurance are up for renewal. Policy date for Fine Arts Floater is from October 27, 2013 to October 27, 2014. The District is currently paying $12,064.00 to Fine Arts Floater. Boiler Insurance will be expiring December 1, 2013. Neace Lukins solicited bids to insure the District's Artwork and Travelers responded with a bid that was attractive to the District. Treasurer Whitt informed the Committee that there is not a change in the premiums or insurance values for Boiler Insurance. The Committee agreed to recommend to the Board approval of Travelers bid and to keep the current Boiler insurance. Payment in Lieu of Tax Agreements – Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Agreements Treasurer Whitt presented the following Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreements/TIF's (Tax Increment Financing) to the Committee, in the form of a spreadsheet. The spreadsheet shows over the life of the CRAs a loss of revenue to the District equaling $2,261,361.40. The following CRAs will be included in the Treasurer’s Report for recommendation of approval at the October 21, 2013 Board meeting.

3117 Southside Realty, LLC Grandin Company, Ltd. Losantiville Buildings, LLC

Five-Year Forecast (DRAFT) Discussion Treasurer Whitt provided the Committee with an Executive Summary of her Five-Year Forecast (draft) and will provide a detailed update of the document at the October 16, 2013 Committee of the Whole meeting. The meeting adjourned at 1:05 PM. Finance Committee Staff Liaisons Melanie Bates, Chair Mary A. Ronan, Superintendent Eve Bolton Diana C. Whitt, CFO, Treasurer Vanessa Y. White, absent Eileen Cooper Reed (ex-officio) Mrs. Bates moved that the Report of the Finance Committee be accepted. Passed viva voce. President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.

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RECOMMENDATIONS OF SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL A. RETIREMENT (Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by STRS, effective the first day of the month. This recommendation is being made because the employee has completed the term of their employment, or due to disability status, or by mutual agreement. There is no mandatory retirement age for employees.) The following certificated employees have made application to the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System in accordance with the statutes of the State of Ohio. Damaris G. Holocher Teacher – Roll Hill Disability December 1, 2012 B. RESIGNATION (The effective date is the first working day the employee is no longer providing services to the district. This recommendation is being made because either the employee has completed the term of their employment, or by mutual agreement.) Amy L. Douglas Substitute Teacher Personal Reasons October 9

Francene E. Bryant Teacher – Hughes STEM Personal Reasons October 21

Jane T. Luther Substitute Teacher Personal Reasons October 2 C. CHANGE IN STATUS (A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.) The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date as indicated. Teacher - Class VI – (Doctorate Degree) John W. Thomas III $54,893.15 October 10 Class III Sub $115.93 daily

Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours) Angela L. G. Grayson $61,586.44 August 22 Class III Sub $115.93 daily

Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours) Heather E. Bailey $39,921.32 September 22 Class III Sub $115.93 daily

Teacher - Class II – (Bachelor’s Degree) Dorletta Nicole Neal-Smith $ 39,261.86 August 19 Class III Sub $115.93 daily

Substitute Teacher - Class I – $102.54 per day Romell Salone October 10 Class III Sub $115.93 daily

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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.) C. CHANGE IN STATUS (cont.) Certificate of Clinical Competence The following Speech Pathologist is recommended for the $1,000.00 stipend effective the 2013-14 school year, as a result of attaining their Certificate of Clinical Competence. Maureen M. Ethridge D. APPOINTMENT (Marks the beginning of service for newly appointed employees. Personnel actions such as transfers, promotions, changes in status may occur once an individual is appointed.) The Superintendent recommends approval of the appointment of the following for the 2012-13 school year, subject to the possession of a teaching certificate as required by Section 3319.30 of the Ohio School Code and/or the Policies of the Cincinnati Board of Education. Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date is October 22, 2013. Teacher - Class II – (Bachelor’s Degree) Gloria A. Quiles $39,261.86 Margaret Arnett $39,261.86

Substitute Teacher - Class III – $115.93 per day Ayana T. Ball Amy H. Hopping Suzanne C. Schultz

Amy E. Becker Sapphire M. Marshall Morgan B. Vincent

Jacqueline A. Bell Robert Mermelstein Josephine E. Watson

Andrea K. Ehoodin Jarelle J. Redden Linda L. Wilbers

Charlene Hawes

Substitute Teacher – Retiree – $114.29 per day Mary K. Reinke Joseph R. Wilmers

Substitute Teacher - Class I – $102.54 per day Lindsey Erin Davis

E. PROMOTION (Indicates that the employee is being recommended for a position with greater compensation and responsibilities.) The Superintendent recommends approval of a for the following, effective, October 22, 2013 except as indicated. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*). Interim Principal – 224 day From: Amy R. Randolph $88,019.43 Oyler Assistant Principal – Oyler $75,743.45

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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.) F. ADJUSTMENT OF TIME (Provides for an increase or decrease in the percentage of time a certificated employee performs his/her duties.) The Superintendent recommends an adjustment of time for the following. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date as indicated. Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree) Sara Elizabeth Swinehart To: .85 From: .71 September 8

Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours) David R. Burchfield To: .85 From: .71 September 8

Alexander J. Siebert .60 .50 September 24

G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (Provides for employment of personnel beyond the work day or contractual work period, and administrators beyond assigned work period. Examples: workshops, evening school teaching, club sponsorship, coaching, curriculum writing.) The Superintendent recommends approval of the following additional assignments. Assignment is subject to the possession of appropriate certification and licensure as required by the Ohio Revised Code and/or Policies of the Cincinnati Board of Education. Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule as indicated. Funding is from the General Fund and (*) denotes other than General Fund. Teacher - $34.11 per hour (extended employment rate)

Science Short Cycle Assessments – Curricululm – 60 hours

Tracy Greeley Howard Candace Woodside

Assessments to Align Ohio’s New Learning Standards – Curriculum – (Title IIA) – 20 hours

Amy R. Jameson* Denise M. Pfeiffer*

Align Benchmarks to Ohio’s New Learning Standards – Curriculum – (Title IIA) – 20 hours

Deidre Kaye Simpson*

OGT Testing - Test Administration – 54 hours

Deborah Dixon Teacher - $29.88 per hour (summer rate)

Create Learning Teams Booklet for 2013-14 – Curriculum – 21 hours

Ronnda D. Cargile Peggy S. Marrs Rachel K. Tapp

Jennifer Thompson Franzoi Teacher - $29.88 per hour (summer rate) (cont.)

9th Grade Summer Bridge – Shroder – hours as indicated Martha S. Edler 15 hours Kristen M. Ujvari 10 hours

Moussa Ndiaye 25 hours Gerald K. Warmack 20 hours

Craig E. Rush 20 hours

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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.) G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)

Summer Bridge – Dater High – hours as indicated Kevin Shea 12 hours Alicia C. Versteeg 6 hours

Summer School – Walnut Hills – 10 hours

Lowell W. Kloth Teacher – Tutor - $27.81 per hour (extended employment rate)

After School ESL Intervention Support to ELL Students – Student Services – (Title III) – 10 hours

Paulino A. Alcantara* Home Instructor - $27.81 per hour (extended employment rate)

William B. Blaes 15 hours James R. Compton 45 hours

Gail Campbell 15 hours

Home Instructor - $27.81 per hour (extended employment rate) – IDEA-B

Lorenzo C. Engleman* 10 hours Roxanna M. Melton* 50 hours

Anthony T. Gore* 84 hours Ayana Najuma* 30 hours

Antonio DeVond* 151 hours Dawn S. Williams* 82 hours

The following persons are recommended to perform additional responsibilities as assigned, at the salary shown. Funding is from the General Fund and (*) denotes Other than General Fund. Responsibilities will be the following: Principal Transition. Name Location Position No. of

Days Daily Rate

Paul J. Daniels Withrow Univ. Principal 10 404.27 Michael D. Turner Taft High Principal 10 392.94 The following teachers are recommended to receive supplemental contracts for the school year 2013-14. Payment will be as provided under the Athletic and Co-curricular Activities of Schedules E and F of the Professional Salary Schedule for the amount shown as maximum salary. Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ indicates 50% time. Funding is from the General Fund. The supplemental limited contract shall state that the Board of Education gives notice of non-reemployment for the ensuing school year. Name School Position Amount Melissa A. Bohmer Riverview East Middle School Technology Coord 622.80 Deborah L. Burris Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Math Club) 622.80 John F. Caliguri Walnut Hills MS Producer/Dir Annual Show 342.54 #@ John F. Caliguri Walnut Hills MS Orchestra Director 1027.62 # Naseer U. Chughtai Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Chess Club) 622.80 Jeremy C. Collins Walnut Hills Art Project Coordinator 622.80 Priscilla L. Copas Ethel M. Taylor Elementary Test Coordinator 311.40 @ Laurie M. B. Cotton Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Jetts) 622.80 John B. Crawford Rees E. Price MS Activities Coordinator 934.20 Reina Dickey Walnut Hills MS Choral Director 934.20 Susan M. Donnett Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Jewish Club) 622.80

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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.) G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.) Name School Position Amount Jennifer C. Fay Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Christian Connection) 311.40 @ Paul S. Filio Walnut Hills Sr Hi Student Council 544.95 @ Paul S. Filio Walnut Hills Sr Hi Academics Coach 1595.93 Doreena A. Fox Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (French Club) 622.80 Megan M. Gaskin Walnut Hills Sr Hi Class Advisor-10th Grade 389.26 @ Catherine G. George Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Art Club) 342.54 #@ Bradley A. Gerard S.C.P.A. Sr Hi Class Advisor-12th Grade 1587.70 # Bradley A. Gerard S.C.P.A. Scenic Director 6500.70 # Samantha Gerwe-Perkins Walnut Hills Sr Hi Newspaper Advisor 1557.02 Christopher A. Gibson Walnut Hills Sr Hi Orchestra Director 1557.02 Daryl B. Goldstein S.C.P.A. Choreographer 3528.18 # William J. Gordon Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Math Club) 622.80 Bonita Guerrant

Walnut Hills

Sr Hi Club Advisor (National Society of Black Engineers)

685.08 #

Richard D. Hand S.C.P.A. Sr Hi Choral Director 1764.11 # Elena P. Ivanova Roselawn/Condon MS Choral Director 1027.62 # Joyce M. Johnson Ethel M. Taylor Elementary Technology Coord 622.80 Frederick M. Johnston Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Fencing Club) 622.80 Frederick M. Johnston Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Model UN) 622.80 Kelsey C. June Walnut Hills Sr Hi Class Advisor-9th Grade 389.26 @ Kathleen Ploy Keener Walnut Hills Sr Hi Class Advisor-9th Grade 389.26 @ Kathleen Ploy Keener Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Antiquitas) 622.80 Gina Kleesattel S.C.P.A. Drama Production Director 2116.92 # Kerry J. Kruze Walnut Hills MS Band Director 1027.62 # Kerry J. Kruze Walnut Hills Sr Hi Assistant Band Director 2055.26 # Madeleine LaJeunesse Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Community Action) 622.80 Edward T. LeBorgne Walnut Hills MS Band Director 1027.62 # Edward T. LeBorgne Walnut Hills Sr Hi Assistant Band Director 2055.26 # Tara J. Ligon Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Jr Classical League) 685.08 # Tara J. Ligon Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Music Club) 685.08 # Cynthia Luckey AWL Middle School Technology Coord 685.08 # Katherine L. Magistrelli S.C.P.A. Costume Design/Makeup Director 6500.70 # Marsha S. Marcus Ethel M. Taylor Elementary Test Coordinator 311.40 @ Kevin T. McCormick Walnut Hills Sr Hi Class Advisor-11th Grade 544.95 @ Dennis M. Miles Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Ski Club) 685.08 # Paul D. Moeller Ethel M. Taylor Elem Student Council Advisor 622.80 Alexandra K. Mondini Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Green Club) 311.40 @ Marlene P. Montgomery Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Christian Connection) 311.40 @ Jeffrey W. New S.C.P.A. Lighting Director 6500.70 # Anthony E. Nims Walnut Hills MS Choral Director 934.20 Anthony E. Nims Walnut Hills Sr Hi Choral Director 1557.02 Mitchell A. Perdrix Walnut Hills Sr Hi Class Advisor-9th Grade 389.26 @ Marjorie D. Platt Walnut Hills Sr Hi Yearbook Advisor 2178.96 Helen A. Raymond-Goers Walnut Hills Sr Hi Dramatics 934.20

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RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.) G. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.) Name School Position Amount Helen A. Raymond-Goers Walnut Hills Sr Hi Stage Manager 1557.02 Rebecca L. Richmond Riverview East Middle School Test Coordinator 934.20 John M. Ristau Ethel M. Taylor Elem Club Advisor (Chess Club) 622.80 David G. Roth S.C.P.A. Senior High Drama 3528.18 # Karen O'Donnell Rowe Walnut Hills Sr Hi Class Advisor-12th Grade 700.66 @ Patricia C. Rozow S.C.P.A. Choreographer (Fall) 3528.18 # Mark P. Rucker Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Ski Club) 685.05 # William S. Schnure Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Green Club) 622.80 William S. Schnure Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Bio-Eco Club) 622.80 Michael R. Sherman Walnut Hills Music Theatre Director (Senior Play) 1089.90 Michael R. Sherman Walnut Hills Music Theatre Director (Spring Play) 1089.90 Brian C. Siekmann S.C.P.A. Sr Hi Orchestra Director 1764.11 # Elizabeth A. Smith Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Art Club) 342.54 #@ Donald E. Stocker Walnut Hills MS Club Advisor (Photography Club) 685.08 # Blake A. Taylor Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Gleam Club) 622.80 Julie A. Warmack Ethel M. Taylor Elementary Test Coordinator 311.40 @ Laura A. Wasem Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Culinary Club) 622.80 Ashley N. Welker Walnut Hills Sr Hi Class Advisor-11th Grade 344.95 @ Kathleen J. Wilke Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Spanish Club) 622.80 Pearletta A. Williams Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Animation Club) 685.08 # Pearletta A. Williams Walnut Hills Sr Hi Club Advisor (Boo R Club) 685.08 # Pearletta A. Williams Walnut Hills Sr Hi Student Council 544.95 @ Laurie J. Wyant-Zenni S.C.P.A. Chorale Director 2116.92 #

RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL A. RETIREMENT (Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by SERS, effective the first day of the month.) The following employees have made application to the School Employees Retirement System in accordance with the statutes of the State of Ohio. Vonda McCrory Paraprofessional Disability April 1, 2013

B. RESIGNATION (Results from the employee submitting a separation of service form delineating the reason(s) for leaving the district. The effective date is the first working day the employee is no longer providing services to the district.) The following resignations have been received to be effective on the dates indicated. Martha Barrow Sub Food Service Helper Other Employment September 17

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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.) B. RESIGNATION (cont.) Ronald Nelson Custodian 1 Study October 11 Gretta Sanford Custodian 1 Personal Reasons October 4 Jennifer Schmitz Paraprofessional Personal Reasons October 14 Steven Ventre Security Asst. 1 Personal Reasons October 9 Guy Westmoreland Sr. Hi Hd Var Football Coach Personal Reasons October 7 Leslie Young Paraprofessional Other Employment September 28 C. SERVICES COMPLETED (Marks the end of a temporary assignment.) The services of the following, temporarily appointed, have been completed effective as indicated. Shawnise Batton Sub Food Service Helper October 22 D. APPOINTMENT The Superintendent recommends the appointment of the following on the dates indicated and at the appropriate rate of pay calculated pursuant to the current salary schedule. These appointments are in compliance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Positions involving co-curricular activities were filled in compliance with Section 3313.53 of O.R.C. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*). Intermediate Accounting Technician (Classified) Sandra Mountain $1342.99 bwk Treasurer’s Office October 22 Custodian 2 (Classified) Eric Baker $1096.74 bwk. Iowa Avenue October 22 Nicholas May $1096.74 bwk. Iowa Avenue October 22 Anthony Smith $1096.74 bwk. Iowa Avenue October 22 Paraprofessional (Unclassified) Tawanda Jenkins $14.50 hr. Hughes October 22 Rachel Rone $14.50 hr. Silverton October 22 Security Assistant 2 (Unclassified) David Boehm $15.69 hr. SCPA October 22 Brian Myers $15.69 hr. Clark Montessori October 22 Gilbert Thompson $15.69 hr. Clark Montessori October 22 Carolyn Wilson $15.69 hr. Withrow October 22 James Zieverink $15.69 hr. Gamble Montessori October 22 Substitute Security Assistant 2 Kenneth Thornton $18.66 hr. Various October 22

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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.) D. APPOINTMENT (cont.) Substitute Paraprofessional Kimberly Clay $14.50 hr. Various October 22 Phyllis Griffin $14.50 hr. Various October 22 Michael Jones $14.50 hr. Various October 22 Rachel Ungerleider $14.50 hr. Various October 22 Substitute Food Service Helper DonErrick Harper* $10.22 hr. Various October 22 Frances Schulten* $10.22 hr. Various October 22 Athletic and Co-curricular Activities Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ at 50%.

Name School Position Amount Timothy Allen Western Hills Sr. Hi Head Freshman Football Coach $2880.49 David Gray Western Hills Sr. Hi Asst Freshman Football Coach 1868.42 Evan Ivory Walnut Hills Sr. Hi Activities Coordinator 1276.78 In the Board of proceedings of September 23, 2013, an appointment was approved for Patricia Hutchinson and Julie Leung, as Sign Language Interpreters. This action should be rescinded. E. CHANGE IN STATUS (A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.) The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*). Security Assistant 2 (Unclassified) From Zachary Blyberg $15.69 hr. Riverview East Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Gregg Coleman $15.69 hr. Clark Mont Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Yemuel Israel $15.69 hr. Hughes Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Greg Kittel $15.69 hr. Dater High Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Jimmie McNeil-McFadgen $15.69 hr. Dater High Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Robin Pearl $15.69 hr. Hughes Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Steven Piening $15.69 hr. Roberts Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Tonya Whitby-Byrd $15.69 hr. Dater High Security Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Paraprofessional (Unclassified) From Oluwatosin Baptist $14.12 hr. Silverton Sub Paraprofessional $14.12 hr. October 22 Tianiece Boglin $14.50 hr. Gamble Mont Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Garrett Cannon $14.50 hr. Westwood Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Ty Cass $14.12 hr. Evanston Sub Paraprofessional $14.12 hr. October 22 Angel Griffin $14.50 hr. Westwood Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Angela Lathery $14.50 hr. Westwood Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22

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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.) E. CHANGE IN STATUS (cont.) Paraprofessional (Unclassified) From Schuyler McCray $14.50 hr. Withrow Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Steffanie Pope $14.50 hr. Silverton Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Isiah Richmond $14.50 hr. Taft High Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Bet Stewart $14.50 hr. Dater High Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Frederick Thomas $14.50 hr. Westwood Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Sarah Wegman $14.50 hr. College Hill Sub Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Student Services Assistant (Unclassified) From Stephanie Norton $14.12 hr. Fairview-Clifton Paraprofessional $14.50 hr. October 22 Security Assistant 2 (Casual) From Bobby Lynn $15.69 hr. Various Sub Sec Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Richard Ryan $15.69 hr. Various Sub Sec Asst 1 $12.08 hr. October 22 Antwan Sparks $15.69 hr. Various Security Asst 2 $15.69 hr. October 11 F. PROMOTION (Indicates that the employee is being recommended for a position with greater compensation and responsibilities.) The Superintendent recommends approval of a promotion for the following. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*). Senior Executive Secretary (Unclassified) From Joan Diehl $1878.41 bwk. Supt’s Office Admin Sec’y $1707.19 bwk. January 2 Senior Accountant (Classified) From Elizabeth Bryant $2215.81 bwk. Treasurer’s Office Accountant $2133.98 bwk. October 22 In the Board proceedings of October 7, 2013, a promotion was approved for Ciara Burden. This should be corrected to read Ciara Harper.

Mary A. Ronan Superintendent of Schools

Mr. Kuhns moved and Mr. Nelms seconded the motion that the Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools be approved. Ayes: Bates, Bolton, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White, President Cooper Reed (7) Noes: None President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.

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REVISED, OCTOBER 21, 2013 REPORT OF THE TREASURER

1. Five Year Forecast – See Attachment #1. 2. Receipt of Donation from Friends of Dater Montessori - That record be made of the receipt of a donation from

Friends of Dater Montessori of $7,000 to Dater Montessori School. The donation is to be used to purchase copy clicks for the staff at Dater Montessori School. This was deposited into Fund 19-Misc.Local.

3. Receipt of Donation from Messer Construction Co. - That record be made of the receipt of a donation from Messer

Construction Co. of $400 to Woodward Career Technical High School. The donation is to be used to purchase miscellaneous OGT materials and supplies. This was deposited into Fund 19-Misc.Local.

4. Receipt of Donation from Community Learning Center Institute - That record be made of the receipt of a donation

from Community Learning Center Institute of $100 to Roselawn Condon School. The donation is to be used at the Principal’s discretion for their Fall Showcase. This was deposited into Fund 19-Misc.Local.

5. Receipt of Donation from Edna DeLuca - That record be made of the receipt of a donation from Edna DeLuca of $150

to Hartwell School. The donation is to be used at the discretion of Karen Fischer, Hartwell teacher, for the Sunshine Girls. This was deposited into Fund 19-Misc.Local.

6. Receipt of Donation from Carthage Garden Club - That record be made of the receipt of a donation from Carthage

Garden Club of $150 to Hartwell School. The donation is to be used at the discretion of Kelly Egan, Hartwell kindergarten teacher. This was deposited into Fund 19-Misc.Local.

7. Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Grandin Company, Ltd. – That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into

a Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Grandin Company, Ltd. thereby authorizing a real property tax exemption of 100 percent for a period of 10 years in connection with the remodeling of Emanuel Community Center located at 1308 Race Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. During the period of time in which the tax exemption is in effect, Grandin Company Ltd. shall pay to Cincinnati Public Schools an amount equal to 25% of the increased taxes that would have been levied, had the (abatement) CRA not been in effect. Annual revenue to Cincinnati Public Schools is estimated at $7,386.92. The 10 year revenue is estimated at $73,869.16.

8. Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Losantiville Buildings, LLC – That the Treasurer be authorized to enter

into a Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Losantiville Buildings, LLC thereby authorizing a real property tax exemption of 100% percent for a period of 15 years in connection with the construction of a 26-unit apartment building. During the period of time in which the tax exemption is in effect, Losantiville Buildings, LLC shall pay to Cincinnati Public Schools an amount equal to 25% of the increased taxes that would have been levied, had the (abatement) CRA been in effect. Annual revenue to Cincinnati Public Schools is estimated at $22,663.93. The 15 year revenue is estimated at $339,958.99

9. Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with 3117 Southside Realty, LLC – That the Treasurer be authorized to enter

into a Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with 3117 Southside Realty, LLC, thereby authorizing a real property tax exemption of 100 percent for a period of 15 years in connection with the construction of approximately 55,000 square feet of warehouse, manufacturing, and office space. During the period of time in which the tax exemption is in effect, 3117 Southside Realty, LLC shall pay to Cincinnati Public Schools an amount equal to 25% of the increased taxes that would have been levied, had the (abatement) CRA not been in effect. Annual revenue to Cincinnati Public Schools is estimated at $22,663.93. The 15 year revenue is estimated at $339,958.99.

10. Agreement with Carmen Burks – That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with Carmen Burks,

consulting to serve as Safe Routes to School Program Director for schools supporting K-8 students. Carmen Burks will continue facilitation and implementation of projects and programs outlined in the Cincinnati Public Schools’ Travel created by the Ohio Department of Transportation for the CPS SRTS Program and the grant received to support this program. The agreement is effective from November 1, 2013 through May 30, 2013, for an amount not the exceed $32,000. Funding is from Safe Routes to School Grant – Fund 19.

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REPORT OF THE TREASURER (cont.) 11. Agreement with FamiliesFORWARD – That the Treasurer be authorized to execute an agreement with

FamiliesFORWARD to provide social and mental health services and expanded learning opportunities at A2S/A2E. The contract will be effective from October 22, 2013 through June 30, 2014, at a cost not to exceed $60,233.34. Funding of $30,605.69 is from Fund 0463 - Alternative Education Grant Fund; $21,628.18 is from Fund 0572 – Title I Delinquent; and $7,999.47 is from Fund 0572 – Title I Neglected, Student Affairs Department.

12. Agreement with Talbert House – That the Treasurer be authorized to execute an agreement with Talbert House to

provide social and mental health services and expanded learning opportunities at A2S/A2E. The contract will be effective from October 22, 2013 through June 30, 2014, at a cost not to exceed $127,995.86. Funding of $65,037.10 is from Fund 0463 – Alternative Education Grant; $45,959.89 is from Fund 0572 – Title I Delinquent; and $16,998.87 is from Fund 0572 – Title I Neglected, Student Affairs Department.

13. Board Member Service Fund – That, as provided in Section 3315.15 O.R.C., the following expenses of a Board

Member on assignment by the Board to be paid from the Board Member Service Fund.

Catherine D. Ingram $62.16 OSBA Southwest Region Fall Conference

Dayton, OH – October 10, 2013 Assigned January 14, 2013

14. Payment for Legal Services from General Fund General Counsel’s Office – That the following invoices be

approved for payment:

a. Pillar Valuation Group, Inc. – Professional legal services provided for appraisal in the month of October 2013.

$3,500.00

AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDERS

15. The Superintendent recommends approval be given for the following purchase orders, charged to the appropriate fund:

GENERAL FUND

Site Licenses/Tech Support

a. Innovative Global Technology Group Information Technology Management

$ 100,269.25

Explanation – Renewal of site licenses and technical support for Novell Academic License Suite of Products and 1 year subscription for On-demand Library for the period November 1, 2013 through October 31, 2014.

Annual Utility Reimbursement

b. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Facilities $ 37,178.00

Explanation – 2012 Annual expense for maintenance, upkeep, janitorial services and utilities.

Annual Utility Reimbursement

c. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Facilities $ 37,178.00 Explanation – 2013 Annual expense for maintenance, upkeep, janitorial services and utilities.  

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AWARD OF CHANGE ORDER 16. The Superintendent recommends approval be given to the following change orders, charged to

the appropriate fund:

Janitorial Supplies Revised Amount a. Valley Janitor

Supply PO# CCSDP140063 CO# 1 Add $ 50,000.00 $ 290,000.00

Explanation – Additional paper, soap and supplies for all schools 2013-2014.

 

LATE REQUEST 17. Agreement with ProSource – That the Treasurer be authorized to exercise the first of two (2) one- year options for a

Facilities Management agreement with Prosource for the Print Shop. The agreement period is from September 1, 2013 through August 31, 2014 at a cost of $12,300 per month plus miscellaneous costs including possible overtime limited to $4,000 per year for a total annual cost not to exceed $151,600. Funding is from the General Fund, Treasurer’s Office Budget.

FOR BOARD INFORMATION 18. Agreement with Marguerite Hoppert – That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with Marguerite

Hoppert to provide the Early Childhood Department with data analysis and report filling services with United Way. This agreement will begin on October 21, 2013 through January 31, 2013 for a cost not to exceed $17,000. Funding is from Fund 19, SIF Grant.

FOR BOARD INFORMATION LATE REQUEST

19. Agreement with Primax Group – That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the Primax Group

to provide a Technologist in residence to offer mentoring and technical/program support to Read 180 instructors in twelve schools implementing Read 180. The agreement is effective October 1, 2013 through April 30, 2014 for a cost not to exceed $24,840. Funding is from Fund 516 – IDEA-B, Student Services budget.

Diana C. Whitt Treasurer/CFO Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Kuhns seconded the motion that the Revised Report of the Treasurer be approved. Ayes: Bates, Ingram, Kuhns, Nelms, White (5) Member Bolton voted no on #1, and aye on the remainder President Cooper Reed voted no on #1, and aye on the remainder. President Cooper Reed declared the motion carried.

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OTHER BUSINESS 1. Board Retreat – Friday, November 8, 2013, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. has been chosen for the Board Technology Retreat.

ASSIGNMENTS

1. Administration – Research and develop an alternative school schedule that would allow CPS students, and possibly students from charter schools, parochial schools, and out-of-District schools, to have access to advanced placement classes outside of regular school hours. Report to the Board at the Committee of the Whole meeting in December.

2. Administration – Please assemble an Advanced Placement Task Force. Include teachers and parents on the Task Force. 3. Administration – Schedule the Western Hills High School Choir to perform at a Board meeting. 4. Administration – Arrange for the piano at Jacobs Center to be delivered to James N. Gamble Montessori. 5. Administration – Create an inventory database of equipment in unoccupied CPS buildings that will permit our schools in

need the opportunity to acquire the equipment. 6. Administration – Communicate with our legislators regarding our support of maintaining the Common Core Standards. 7. Administration – Update the Board on the possibility of dual enrollment at Chatfield College for CPS students.

ADJOURNMENT

The Board adjourned at 8:54 p.m. Diana C. Whitt Treasurer/CFO