The Monroe City School Board met in a call meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2003, Monroe City School Board Media Center, 2009 Auburn Avenue, Monroe, Louisiana. The meting was called to order by President Handy. Prayer was offered by Reverend Robby D. Williams, Pastor, Macedonia Baptist Church. The pledge of allegiance was recited in unison.

Members Present:

Mr. Jessie L. Handy
Mr. Anthony Cain
Mrs. Vickie Dayton
Reverend Rodney McFarland
Mrs. Brenda M. Shelling
Mrs. Stephanie S. Smith

Superintendent and Administrative Staff:

Dr. George D. Cannon
Mr. Julian Gray
Mrs. Derenda Flowers
Miss Maria Maggio

Administrators, employees, parents, and the news media were in attendance.

Action Item 4:

Adoption of the Agenda:

On a motion by Mrs. Shelling that was seconded by Mr. Cain, the Board adopted the agenda as presented. The motion carried on a unanimous vote of members present.

Report Item 5:

The President's Report and Announcements:

The President thanked those in attendance for their support.

Action Item 6:

Employment Status:

On a motion by Mrs. Smith that was seconded by Mrs. Shelling, the Board approved the effective date of Andrew Hill's employment status as a Title One instructional supervisor, Monroe City School Board Media Center, effective October 1, 2003. The motion carried on a unanimous vote.

Action Item 7:

Principal of Minnie Ruffin Elementary School:

On a motion by Mrs. Shelling that was seconded by Mrs. Smith, the Board approved the appointment of Sylvia E. Brass, principal, Minnie Ruffin Elementary School, effective October 1, 2003. The motion carried on a unanimous vote.

Dr. Cannon and the Board congratulated Mrs. Brass and pledged their support..

Report Item 8:

The Superintendent's Report and Announcements:

Dr. Cannon stated that the administrative contracts will be brought to the Board for action at its October 7th board meeting.

Mrs. Shelling announced that the Personnel Committee will meet on Monday, October 6th at 3:30. The Personnel Committee's agenda will include Administrative Contracts and other personnel issues.

Action Item 9:

Adjournment:

On a motion by Mrs. Smith that was seconded by Mrs. Shelling, the Board adjourned at 4:40 p.m. The motion carried on a unanimous vote.




Mr. Jessie Handy, President

George D. Cannon, Ed.D., Superintendent