The Monroe City School Board met in regular session, Tuesday, August 8, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Monroe City School Board Media Center, 2009 Auburn Avenue, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. The meeting was called to order by the President. Prayer was offered by Mr. Mickey Traweek. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.

Item 4: Roll Call

Members Present
Mrs. Victoria "Vickie" Dayton
Mr. Anthony "Tony" Cain
Mr. James "Mickey" Traweek
Mr. Jessie L. Handy
Mrs. Stephanie S. Smith
Mrs. Brenda Shelling

Member Absent
Reverend Rodney McFarland (out-of-state)

Superintendent and Administrative Staff
Dr. James A. Dupree
Dr. Tammye Turpin
Mrs. Betty Carroll
Ms. Mamie Williams
Mrs. Vickie Irwin
Mrs. Julie Staley
Mr. Bobby Williams
Ms. Mai Bui
Mrs. Teresa Foreman
Mrs. Derenda Flowers
Mr. Andrew Hill
Attorney L. Douglas Lawrence

Action Item 5:

Adoption of the Agenda

On a motion by Mrs. Smith that was seconded by Mr. Cain, the Board approved the agenda as printed.

The motion carried on a unanimous vote.
Agenda Item 6

The President's Report and Announcements

President Handy thanked everyone for their attendance at tonight's meeting. President Handy informed the public on procedures for addressing the Board on agenda and non-agenda items.

Discussion/Action from the Superintendent

Action Item 7:A - Recommendation for Approval for new principal of Lincoln Elementary

Dr. Dupree recommended and introduced Mrs. Janet Davis as the new principal of Lincoln Elementary School.

Mrs. Davis thanked the Board for their support and confidence. Mrs. Davis stated that she is excited about serving the students of Lincoln Elementary and will work with the parents, faculty, staff and the community to make Lincoln Elementary the school the community wants it to be.

On a motion by Mrs. Smith that was seconded by Mr. Traweek, the Board appointed Mrs. Janet Davis as the new principal of Lincoln Elementary School.

The motion carried on a unanimous vote.

Action Item 8:A - Adoption of the 2006-2007 Pupil Progression Plan

Mrs. Sallie Sutherland gave a brief PowerPoint presentation of the changes to the 2006-2007 Pupil Progression Plan.

On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Mrs. Dayton, the Board approved the 2006-2007 Pupil Progression Plan as presented by the administration.

The motion carried on a unanimous vote.

Action Item 9:A - Human Resources Agenda and Addendum

On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Mrs. Dayton, the Board approved the Human Resources Agenda and Addendum Items A-D as presented by the administration.

The motion carried on a unanimous vote.

Action Item 10:A - Awarding of Bid - Instructional Supplies

On a motion by Mrs. Shelling that was seconded by Mrs. Smith, the Board awarded the instructional supplies bid to Unisource. (See addendum for spreadsheet)

The motion carried on a unanimous vote.

Agenda Item 11

Superintendent's Announcements

Dr. Dupree briefed the Board on the timeline for filling the following principal positions:
 Lee Junior High
 Carroll Junior High
 Berg Jones Elementary

Dr. Dupree has received a letter from the Mayor's office indicating that the City of Monroe has the registered voters needed for the annexation of the Beouf River Subdivision into the city. The District will begin registration of students from the subdivision so that students can start school without interruption.

Board Discussion

Mr. Traweek and Mrs. Dayton asked if the timeline for the position of principal of Lee Junior High could be opened up as soon as possible.

Mr. Traweek stated that the parents of Lee Junior High would like to expedite the process.

Dr. Dupree stated that he would meet with the staff and look at the timeline.

Mrs. Shelling asked the Superintendent when he received the letter of resignation received from Mr. Jones.

Dr. Dupree stated that it was received today.

Mrs. Smith stated that after a review of the policy; the Superintendent did not violate any policies.

Mr. Traweek stated that legally the Superintendent did not break any contract rules; therefore, the Board cannot reprimand him. Mr. Traweek stated that the resignation of Mrs. McDaniel was a time sensitive issue and that Board members should have received a copy of the resignation being that it was addressed to the Superintendent and Board Members.

Mrs. Shelling stated that at the last Board meeting the Board was assured that whenever Mrs. McDaniel decided to resign or retire, the position would be reopened and policy followed. Mrs. Shelling stated that since the resignation was received at 2:00 p.m. which was prior to the 6:00 p.m. Board meeting, the policy should have taken effect.

The Superintendent will schedule a meeting with Mr. Traweek to discuss this issue.

Each Board Member was given a copy of the Superintendent's contract and evaluation instrument. Mrs. Dayton is asking Board Members to begin completing the evaluation.

Agenda Item 12

Public Discussion and Comments on Non-Agenda Items

Ms. Bessie Smith commended the Board on their selection of Mrs. Janet Davis as the principal of Lincoln Elementary. Ms. Smith thanked Dr. Dupree for resolving the issues that were brought to his attention.

Mr. Roy Shelling addressed the Board on the selection and interview process for the position of principal at Lincoln Elementary.

Mr. Frederick Williams addressed the Board on School Board accountability.
Action Item 13

Adjournment

On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Mr. Traweek, the meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

The motion carried on a unanimous vote.

 

Mr. Jessie L. Handy, President                                                             
Dr. James A. Dupree, Superintendent