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Goals and implementation of Title IV, Part A funding highlighted at School Board meeting

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The Greene County Board of Education met in regular session, Monday, September 18, with all board members in attendance except Ms. Carrie Dancy.
A special feature of the meeting was an inclusive report of the system’s Federal Programs for the current fiscal year by Dr. Charlayne Jordan Riley, Federal Program Coordinator, including the following goals:
• Goal 1: Build a playground at Robert Brown Middle school which will foster a healthier environment for those middle school scholars and extend the learning from primary school to middle school.
• Goal 2: Incorporate STEM/STEAM activities which will support accountability areas in grades 3-12 including mathematics and science.
• Goal 3: Purchase social emotional equipment and supplies which will assist in providing for a safe and healthy environment for all scholars.
The implementation of these program goals depends on the utilization of $84,534 of Title IV, Part A funds received by the Greene County Board of Education. The program will develop the RBMS playground in two phases, as an extension of the playground at Eutaw Primary School. The STEM and STEAM work will provide a well-rounded education with both hard and soft problem-solving skills to all students in our schools, with emphasis on safe and healthy schools.
Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones report including the following positive school news.

EPS Positives News  •  Educators have completed Reading and Math Data Meetings for all Beginning of the Year Assessments.
• Scholars of the Month were recognized for displaying the following Character Education Traits: Citizenship, Self-Control, Punctuality, Self-Respect. Scholars were awarded with an Ice Cream Party.
* Reading and Math Intervention has started for scholars in first through third grade.
RBMS Positives News
* Grandparents Day on 9/12/2023 was great. Enjoyed by all of our Grandparents that came out.
* Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. RBMS and their Court along with Mr. Unique.
* Spirit week was awesome.
* We had Positive Attendance from students this Month which is Attendance Matters Month.
GCHS Positive News:
* The school year is off to a great start; we have had great parental involvement at our Freshmen and Senior Orientation.
* Homecoming festivities were a success and our Adopt-A-School Partner, Cook Unity in the Community donated a water hydration system to GCHS football team.
* We would also like to welcome our New Adopt-A-School Partner, Boss Ties, LLC on board!
*Officers for 2023-2024 were installed for PTA.
GCCC Positive News
* Skilled Trades of West Alabama participants are at the mid-point of the 10-week program. (Electrical, Plumbing, Construction, HVAC)
* Class meets on Wednesday & Thursday from 5-8pm
* CCR Grant awarded for $129,400.00 for activities which increase the number of students graduating with one or more College and Career Readiness (CCR) indicators. (Programing for all schools were included in the grant)
*  LaMonica Little, Career Coach was selected to receive a professional learning scholarship to participate in the 2024 Professional Learning our and STEM leaders in the Dominican Republic, February 15-20, 2024.
* Military Monday’s have begun. All branches of the military and colligate level ROTC programs are scheduled to come in to speak with students and make connections with those interested in the military.
* GCCC faculty & staff will celebrate “College Wear Wednesday” on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Maintenance Updates: RBMS – HVAC- All reported HVAC issues have been repaired; Temporary Press Box- A storage building has been rented for the remaining of the football season. We have added the PA system as well as temporary lighting; PA System-has been delivered and installed; Scoreboard- the scoreboard has been delivered and installed.
Maintenance Updates: GCHS – Roof- Johns Kirksey has not yet provided the information on the warranty. Bakers Roofing has completed the repairs that the system was responsible for. GCCC – Roof- Bakers Roofing has completed the repairs; Welding booth- Reynolds has started on the welding booth and estimated time of completion is two weeks.
The board approved the following personnel items recommended by Superintendent Jones
* Employment: Jasmine Armstead, Science Teacher, Greene County High School.
* Resignation: Cynthia Crawford, technical services, effectively immediately.
* After-School Tutorial Program – Eutaw Primary School: Cara Durrett, Reading Coach; Gloria McGee, Kindergarten Teacher; Sheila Tillman, Kindergarten Teacher; Kaleigha Jemison, First Grade Teacher; Pamela Pasteur, First Grade Teacher; Montoya Binion, Second Grade Teacher; Sarah Crawford, Second Grade Teacher; LaShaun Henley, Third Grade Teacher; Keisha Williams, Third Grade Teacher; Shana Lucy, Third Grade Teacher; Gwendolyn Webb, Paraprofessional.
* After-School Tutorial Program – Robert Brown Middle School: Felecia Smith – Lead Teacher, 7th/8th Grades; Pinkie Travis – Assistant; Vanessa Bryant – 4th Grade Teacher; Demetris Lyles – 4th Grade Teacher; Tyletha Lord – 5th Grade Teacher; Quentin Walton – 6th Grade Teacher; Elroy Skinner – 7th/8th Grades Teacher; Raven Bryant – Self Contained (Special Services); Mary Hopson (Special Service Aide).
Wennoa Peebles, as bus driver for Stillman College Upward Bound Program for 2023-2024 school year
* After school Tutorial program Bus drivers for 2023-2024 School year: George Pippen; Eddie Coats; Stanley Lucious; Gerald Holloway; Natasha Lewis; Freddie Merriweather; Ayanna Crawford; David Peterson III.
•After School Tutorial Program – Greene County High School: Victoria Moore – Science Edgenuity; Tameshia Porter – Reading Edgenuity; Tura Edwards, – Reading/Language Arts; Dutchess Jones – Math; Drenda Martin – Assistant; Angela Harkness – Special Services; Rodney Wesley – Math.
Administrative Services approved by the board are as follows:
* Contract between Greene County Board and Demisha Stough, Gifted Specialist for 2023-2024 school term.
* Agreement between Greene County Board and Hammill Recreation for Installation of Playground Equipment at Robert Brown Middle School.
* Lowest bid in the amount of $329,800 from Frasier Ousley to construct a press box at Robert Brown Middle School.
* Greene County Board Five Year Capital Plan.
* Lowest bid in the amount of $218,400 from Paige Properties and Construction, LLC dba Bama Flooring for Re-roofing Project at Eutaw Primary School.
* Lowest bid in the amount of $258,575 from Floors and More, LLC for new flooring at Eutaw Primary School.
•Greene County School District Yoga + Wellness with Keya Nkonoki.
•Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
• Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
* Greene County High School to travel to Biloxi High School for 7th annual Lady Indians Holiday Classic.
* LaMonica Little, Career Coach, selected to receive professional learning scholarship to participate in 2024 STEM leaders in the Dominican Republic, February 15-20, 2024.

School board approves personnel employment, resignations, supplemental and administrative contracts

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The Alabama Association of School Boards awarded each school board member a Certificate of Completion for meeting all training requirements for the 2022-2023 school year. AASB also awarded the board a Certificate as a Member in Good Standing. Shown L to R: Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones, Board Members Carrie Dancy, Leo Branch, Veronica Richardson, Robert Davis, and Brandon Merriweather.

The Greene County Board of Education met in regular session on August 28, 2023 with all members in attendance. Prior to beginning the official business, Board President Leo Branch called attention to an omission in the minutes of July 17, 2023. A personnel item recommended by Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones at the July meeting did not indicate how the board had acted on the item. Mr. Branch and Attorney Hank Sanders recalled that the vote was two for, two against and one abstention, thus the item failed. On a motion by Board Member Robert Davis and second by Board member Brandon Merriweather, the minutes were approved with the necessary corrections.
In the personnel items recommended by Superintendent Jones, the board approved the following Resignations: Dalajah Bryant-Kemp, 6th grade teacher, Robert Brown Middle, effective July 18, 2023; Tyesha Weeks, Parent Engagement Facilitator and Homeless Liaison, effective August 1, 2023; Chandra Toney, 3rd grade teacher, Eutaw Primary School, effective August 7, 2023; Siegfried Williams, Music/Choral teacher, Greene County High and Robert Brown Middle, effective August 2, 2023; Breshayla Hoskins, 4th grade teacher, Robert Brown Middle, effective August 24, 2023; Denetria Ruffin, 7th and 8th Grade teacher, Robert Brown Middle School, effective immediately; Marshae Pelt, At-Risk Coordinator, effective September 30, 2023 and to remain on administrative leave until September 30, 2023 The board approved the following employment items recommended by Superintendent Jones: Eutaw Primary School: Tabitha Smith – Secretary/Bookkeeper; Angela Jones – 3rd grade teacher; Canesha Ray – Long-term sub (3rd grade) and to include retroactive pay from February 2023.
Robert Brown Middle School-Retroactive Approval: Breshayla Hoskins – 4th grade teacher, effective August 2, 2023; Jordan Pelt – 6th grade ELA teacher; Howard Crawford – PE teacher; Tyneshia Fulgham – 6th grade Teacher; Denzel Davis – In School Suspension; Dorthea Smith – Long-term Substitute Teacher (5th grade); Cillia Morrow – Long-term Substitute (6th grade); Sharon Jones – Cook; Glenda Hodges – Long-term Substitute Behavioral Aide; Lakesha Pelt Long-T Substitute Teacher at Robert Brown Middle School.
Transportation: Carla Russell – Vocational Driver (This route will transport CTE students to RBMS for Modern Manufacturing and REHVAC courses).
Greene County High School: Patricia Coleman, Long-term Substitute (Biology); Khadijah Hunter Long-term Substitute (In School Suspension).
Non-Acceptance of employment: Monica Watkins, Science teacher Greene County High School; Janice Jeames-Askew, Assistant Volleyball Coach.
The board approved the following supplemental contracts for the 2023-2024 school term.
Robert Brown Middle School: Henry Miles, Head Football Coach; Quentin Walton, Assistant Football;
Greene County High School: Victoria Moore, Volleyball Coach; Torethia Mitchell, Assistant Volleyball Coach; Rodney Wesley, Varsity Basketball Boys; Halven Carodine, Assistant Varsity Basketball Boys; Shafontaye Myers, Varsity Basketball Girls; Torethia Mitchell, Assistant Varsity Basketball Girls; Ashley Moody, Assistant Varsity Basketball Girls; Quentin Walton, Boys Baseball Coach; Torethia Mitchell, Girls Softball Coach; Victoria Moore, Assistant Girl’s Softball; Howard Crawford, Track Coach, Boys; Rodney Wesley, Assistant Track Coach, Boys; Denzel Davis, Assistant Football Coach.
The board approved the following personnel to work athletic events at Greene County High School for 2023-2024 school year: Latanya Cockrell, Sarah Brewer, Mary Henderson, Tracey Hunter, Twelia Morris, Wanda Gaitor, Sharon Washington.
The board approved a supplement for Barbara Martin to serve as At-Risk/Testing/Accountability Coordinator for the system, effective August 29, 2023.
In its personnel items, the board approved the re-enrollment of student J.T. at Greene County High School for the 2023-2024 school year.
The board approved the following administrative items recommended by the superintendent.
* Contract between Greene County Board and Uniti Fiber to upgrade server for 2023-2024 school term.
* Agreement between Greene County Board and Greene County Ambulance Services for 2023 football game season.
* Agreement between Greene County Board and West Central Volleyball Officials for 2023 volleyball season.
* Approval of Gosa’s Mobile Car Wash & Detailing to detailing 20 school buses.
* Approval of Greene County High School Debate Team to travel to Washington DC June 9-17, 2024.
* Greene County Board Transportation Department to transport students to and from Stillman College for Upward Bound Program.
•Approval of McKee and Associates as Architect for Window Replacements at Robert Brown Middle School.
•NNC Morgan Construction Company to replace windows at Robert Brown Middle School.
* Quote from Little’s Trucking 1 LLC for Brush cut undergrowth and Bush Haul area at Greene County High School.
* Quote from Little’s Trucking 1 LLC for removal of trees and grinding of additional stumps that are present.
* Clear Winds Technologies for 1yr Renewal Device Repair Services.
* Quote from Riverside Technology Inc. to purchase Chrome books.
* Quote from Extreme Patio to replace storm damage covers and install new awning at Eutaw Primary School.
* Reynolds Electric and Refrigeration Inc. to repair AC System at Central Office.
* Revision of terms for CD with Synovus Bank.
* Contract between Greene County Board and Southern Regional Education Board/School Improvement for Career Tech professional Development.
* Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Cynthia Crawford to serve as Technology Assistant and provide Technical Support for Greene County Schools District.
* Contractual agreement between Greene County Board and BSOM to provide school consultation services for special needs students.
* Purchase and Subscription Service agreement between Greene County Board and RAPTOR Technologies for visitors management system.
* Purchase of parts from Reynolds Electric and Refrigeration, Inc for Welding Shop at Career Tech Center.
* Renewal of Class-wallet Software for 2023-2024 school term.
* Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
* Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
* Purchase of HVAC equipment and supplies from Source Well via Mingledorff’s for Robert Brown Middle.
* Agreement between Greene County Board AND West Central Officials Associations for football officials at Robert Brown Middle for 2023 football season.
•Agreement between Greene County Board and West Central Officials Associations for football officials at Greene County High for 2023 football season.
All personnel and administrative items recommended by the superintendent were approved with four board members voting in the affirmative and only board member Carrie Dancy abstaining on all items.
In his report to the board superintendent Dr. Corey Jones indicated the following:
* COVID positive cases August 21-27: Eutaw Primary School. – 2; Robert Brown Middle School – 6; Greene County High School – 5. He stated that these numbers represented students and personnel at the schools.
Dr. Jones also advised all principals to recommend wearing masks in the facilities at this stage.
•Enrollment to date: EPS – 277; RBMS – 326; GCHS – 249. Total – 852 reflects four less than last year’s enrollment. “We expect the enrollment to increase after Labor Day; that usually happens,” Jones stated.
•EPS has purchased a BookVending Machine. Scholars will be awarded with tokens to purchase books. After-school enrollment totals 150 scholars. Educators are now in process of completing the Beginning-of-Year Benchmark Assessment (Aimsweb/Reading, i-Ready/Math).
•RBMS welcomed community stakeholders who joined opening school rally, including members of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Alpha Phi Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta, Pastor Willie Lang and daughter Willesha Land, Mt. Zoar Baptist church. RBMS scheduled for window repair bids. Concession roof, ticket booth roof and football field fence are all completed. Temporary press box will be utilized. Bleachers received on Friday. Scoreboard arrived on Thursday. Stadium seats will be pressure washed. Mold areas in the facility were cleaned and treated.
•GCHS will have roof leaked repaired this week. Mold areas in the facility were cleaned and treated. Career Center is also scheduled for roof leak repairs this week.
CSFO, Ms. Marquita Lennon gave the following financial snapshot for the period ending July 31, 2023. Operating Reserve: $5.34M combined general fund reserve; $3.38M cash reserve. All bank accounts have been reconciled. General fund Balance totaled $4,051,747.75. (Reconciles to the Summary Cash Report). Accounts payable Check Register totaled $338,532.51. Payroll Register totaled $907,118.66. Combined Ending Fund Balance totaled $6,561,059.16. Local Revenue sources totaled $122,853. There was no revenue from Bingo for the month of July.
The first of two scheduled Budget Hearings for fiscal year 2023-2024 was held Monday, August 28, 2023 at 3:00 pm at the Board’s Central Office. Special note was made that the remaining $5 million in ESSER III funds must be allocated by September 30, 2023. The next Budget Hearing is scheduled for Monday September 11, 2023 in the Central Office at 3:00 pm.

School board receives ‘clean audit’; acts on superintendent’s recommendations; views superintendent’s evaluation report;

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The Greene County Board of Education met in regular session, Monday, July 17, 2023 with all board members in attendance. Key elements of the agenda included the summary audit report conducted by the Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts for the period October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022 and presented by Shelly Patrenos; personnel and administrative service items recommended by Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones and acted on by the board; the superintendent’s annual evaluation as conducted and reported by consultant Dr. Daniel Boyd; Financial Snapshot, ending June 30, 2023..
In her audit summary, Ms. Patrenos stated that there were no findings of non-compliance, no findings of misappropriation or mishandling of funds. “This is what is considered a clean audit,” Patrenos said.
The board approved the following personnel items presented by Superintendent Jones.
*Resignation: Tiffany Washington – Secretary, Eutaw Primary School effective July 14, 2023; Jamirea Gaitor – 6th grade English Teacher, Robert Brown Middle School; Jacqueline Pickens – Cook, Eutaw Primary School, effective immediately.

*Employment: Asia Quinney – Second Grade Teacher, Eutaw Primary School; Charlease Smith – Math Coach, Eutaw Primary School; Felicia Smith – Math Coach, Robert Brown Middle School; Denetria Ruffin – 7th & 8th Grade Science Teacher, Robert Brown Middle School; Daphne Jones Richardson – Mental Health Services Coordinator, Greene County Schools.
*Supplemental Contracts- Greene County High School: Victoria Moore – Head Volleyball Coach; Janice Jeames – Askew – Assistant Volleyball Coach; Nicole Henley – Cheerleader Sponsor; Paula Calligan Leftwich – Dance Line Coach; Corey Cockrell – Head Football Coach; Zaddrick Smith – Assistant Football Coach. *Employee Transfers: Barbara Woods from Cook at Robert Brown Middle School to Cook at Eutaw Primary School (Voluntary Transfer); Dexter Hinton, Modern Manufacturing Teacher, and the Modern Manufacturing Program from Greene County Career Center to Robert Brown Middle School Campus.
*Stipend in the amount of $500.00 for Ms. Marilyn Knott for serving as the Building Testing Coordinator June 26, 2023 – June 30, 2023.
*Stipend in the amount of $500.00 for Ms. Pamela McGee for serving as Response to Intervention Chairperson 2022 – 2023.

In the open meeting, the board considered other personnel items recommended by the superintendent. Three personnel items presented individually on a motion by Board Member Carrie Dancy failed for lack of a second. Ms. Dancy moved for approval of another personnel item, seconded by Board Member Veronica Richardson. The item failed with insufficient votes. Allegedly, these items related to various personnel transfers within the school system. Specific information on these failed items was not presented officially to the public.
The board approved the following administrative items recommended by Superintendent Jones.
*Rescind approval of Man for the Job Renovations Company for renovations at Greene County Alternative School.

*Proposal from Herman Thomas (Thomas Remodeling & Renovations) in the amount of $13,700 for renovations at Greene County Alternative School.
*Proposal from West Alabama Fencing in the amount of $8,400 for fence replacement at Robert Brown Middle School due to storm damage.
*Quote from Varsity Scoreboards in the amount of $30,475 for score board replacement at Robert Brown Middle School
*Lowest bid in the amount of $44,789 from Hotel & Restaurant Supply for purchasing serving line at Robert Brown Middle School
*Disposal and/or Surplus of Textbooks
*Slogan for the Child Nutrition Program Department to be used on the website, social media, etc.
*Proposal from Criterion Consulting, LLC for Formative Administrator Evaluation Support Services 2023-2024
*Proposal from Frasier-Ousley Construction and Engineering, Inc in the amount of $37,600 for demolition & disposal of existing press box at Robert Brown Middle School and all related work as described in the plans and specifications.
*Dr. Lucretia Prince, Model School Conference Speaker to speak at the Greene County Schools Institute
*Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll
Bank reconciliations as submitted by Mrs. Marquita Lennon, CSFO
*Purchase of four (4) buses from the following funds: ESSER III Funds – 2 buses; FY 2023 Supplemental Fleet Renewals Funds – 2 buses
*Quote from K&B Home Improvement LLC in the amount of $14,602.96 for concession stand renovations at Robert Brown Middle School.

CSFO Financial  Snapshot for Period Ending June 30, 2023

CSFO Marquita Lennon reported the following: Operating Reserves: 4.71 (months of operation) combined General fund reserve; 2.68 (months of operation) Cash Reserve; All bank accounts reconciled. General Fund Balance totaled $3,218,128.40 (reconciles to the summary Cash Report); Accounts Payable Check Register totaled $456,906.78; Payroll Register totaled $941,998.43; Combined Ending Fund Balance totaled $5,809,630.38. Local revenue: Property Taxes totaled $21,755; Sales Taxes totaled $107,383; Other Taxes totaled $5,081; Bingo Receipts totaled $55,839. Total Local Revenue $190,058.

Report on Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones’ Annual Evaluation

In his report to the board regarding Superintendent Jones evaluation, Dr. Daniel Boyd reviewed his process utilizing eight standards and five indicators, including various surveys/questionnaires, which are available on educational websites. Through these he collected data from board members and school personnel that the superintendent supervises directly and who report directly to the superintendent. The superintendent’s self-assessment was also included in the summary findings.
The following is the Superintendent’s Evaluation Summary Report presented by Dr. Boyd with Standards and the Indicator Scores ( 1-5):
*Standard 1 – Vision, Culture and Leadership, Score 3.29;
*Standard 2 – Policy and Governance, Score 3.68;
*Standard 3 -Communications and Community Relations, Score 2.94;
*Standard 4 -Organizational Management, Score 3.48;
*Standard 5 -Curriculum Planning and Development, Score 3.77;
*Standard 6 – Instructional Management, Score 3.59;
*Standard 7 – Facilities and Human Resource Management, Score 3.50;
*Standard 8 – Values, Ethics and Professional Behavior, 3.82.
*Average Score – 3.51.

Based on these results, Dr. Boyd recommended consideration of a professional development plan for the superintendent focusing on Standards 1 and 3. Dr. Boyd noted that the superintendent’s annual evaluation process is significant in clarifying leadership roles; enhancing communications; crating a common understanding consisting of multiple sources of data and providing mechanisms of accountability. He also stated that the evaluation process is ongoing.

Superintendent’s report to the Board

Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones’ report to the board included the following schedules:

Eutaw Primary School registration will be held July 26, 27, 31 and August 1, from
8:30 am – 5:45 pm.

Robert Brown Middle School will hold
Open House – Meet & Greet, August 2, 2023 – Grades 4th, 5th & 6th, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm;
7th & 8th Grades, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

 

Superintendent gives update on HVAC replacement RBMS; summer maintenance work; administrative contracts approved

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The Greene County Board of Education held its monthly meeting on June 12, 2023 with all board members present. Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones opened his report with an update on the HVAC Project commencing at Robert Brown Middle School. At a special call meeting on May 8, 2023, the board entered into an agreement with Whorton Engineering, Inc. for the replacement of the entire Heating and Cooling system at RBMS at a cost of $2.5 million. Dr. Jones stated that Whorton Engineering has performed onsite observations and documentations of all HVAÇ equipment located at the main building. The company has also done a 3D Laser Scan of the building to verify field conditions. Jones noted that this is critical since there are no existing drawings of the facility. The company also completed a scan of the gym. Whorton Engineering has submitted current delivery dates for equipment and materials from proposed vendors. Financial support for the HVAC Project at RBMS is secured through the ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund) – CARES ACT which is the Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security Act, resources
In Positive news from Robert Brown Middle School, Jones said that students in the after-school tutorial program visited the Georgia Aquarium. The school held its fun day May 19. Summer Learning Program began May 23 with 90 students registered.
Greene County High Positive News included Ms. Victoria Moore, Physics and Chemistry teacher receiving a $1,000 classroom grant from the Southern Company.
Dr. Jones gave summer maintenance updates on the various schools. At Eutaw Primary School all tasks were completed except for installing cut off valves. All maintenance work at RBMS was completed. Maintenance tasks at Greene County High School will be completed by June 23 and tasks at the career Center will be completed by June 27.
The Board approved the following personnel items recommended by Superintendent Jones.
* Correction of name error for Summer School Employee for Greene County High School, Veronica Moore should be Victoria Moore.
* Amend Resignation: Shawnta Owens, Principal, Robert Brown Middle School from June 15 to June 30, 2023.
* Resignation: Ephraim Russell, Band Director, Greene County High School effective June 2, 2023; James Davis ROTC Instructor, Greene County High School.
* Non-Renewal: Maquavius King, 3rd Grade Teacher, Robert Brown Middle School; Jasmine Smith-Mental Health Coordinator; Brittany Jenkins, Math Interventionist, Greene County High School.
* Employment: Tina Cherry, as Janitor for Summer School at Eutaw Primary School, starting June 5 – July 3, 2023.
* Correction of name error for Summer School Employee for Greene County High School, Veronica Moore should be Victoria Moore.
* Supplemental Contracts: Greene County High – Spring Football, Corey Cockrell, Head Football Coach; Zaddrick Smith, Assistant Football Coach.
* Rescind Summer School Child Nutrition Program: Burenia Crispin; Sandy Wilson; Jacqueline Pickens; Rosie Davis.
* Summer School Child Feeding Program: Youlonda Coleman-Manager; Deborah Taylor – Assistant Manager; Romonda Askew – Frontline Staff; Mary Hill – Frontline Staff.
* Approval of Salary for Dr. Brittany Harris for receiving a Higher Degree.
* Proposed Salary Increase for Child Nutrition Program Summer 2023, for summer only. Manager’s Salary from $15.00/hr. to 18.00/hr.; Assistant Manager salary from $15.00 to $17.00/hr.; Frontline Staff salary from $15.00/hr. to $16/hr.
* Approval of FMLA Leave for Mr. Elroy Skinner, Math Teacher effective May 3, 2023.
*Approval of finance staff and secretaries/bookkeepers of the Greene County Board of Education receive a one-time AASBO certification supplement for FY 23: LaTanya Fowler – Payroll Certificate & Local School Financial Management Certificate; Sarah Brewer – Payroll Certificate & Local School Financial Management Certificate; Makane Morrow – CSFO/Professional Certificate & Local School Financial Management Certificate; Sarah Hall- Local School Financial Management Certificate; Mary Henderson – Local School Financial Management Certificate; Tracey Hunter – Local School Financial Management Certificate; Tweila Morris – Local School Financial Management Certificate; Marilyn Sanford -Local School Financial Management Certificate; Wanda Gaitor – Local School Financial Management Certificate.
The board approved the following administrative service items recommended by the superintendent: Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll; Bank reconciliations as submitted by Ms. Marquita Lennon, CSFO; Approval of out-of-state travel to attend ACTE Career Tech Vision 2023 Greene County Career Center (Angela White, CTE Counselor and LaMonica Little Career Coach); Approval of, Birmingham Restaurant Supply for Installation of Walk-in Cooler/Freezer; Approval of Disposal and Surplus of outdated damaged technology devices and parts; Approval of Extreme Patio Covers Company, to install Awning at Eutaw Primary School; Approval of Man for the Job Renovations Company to renovate Greene County Alternative School; A-Plus 1 Home Renovation Company, for the Painting of Robert Brown Middle School; Approval to move the Manufacturing Program to the former Automotive space at Robert Brown Middle School; Approval to move Computer Science and Business Skill Development to Robert Brown Middle School; Approval of Superintendent, Evaluation; Approval of CSFO Evaluation;Approval of Contract between Greene County Board and Walter McKee for Roofing and Flooring at Eutaw Primary School; Purchasing of Pre-K Playground Equipment for Eutaw Primary School.
CSFO Marquita Lennon presented the school system’s Financial Snapshot for the period ending May 31, 2023. The system’s general operating reserve is $4.8 million, with the cash reserve at $2.80 million. All bank accounts have been reconciled. General Fund Balance – $3,365,593.94; Accounts Payable Check Register – %500,892.62; Payroll Register – $922,710.53; Combined Ending Fund Balance – $5,885,721.40. Local Revenue: Property Taxes – $27,994; Sales Taxes – $116,208; Other Taxes – $12,587; Bingo Revenue – $55,839; Total Revenue: $ $212,628.

School year ends with scholars engaging in multiple activities

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The Greene County Board of Education held it regular monthly meeting, Monday, May 15, 2023, with all board members present. Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones began his report to the board with the Positive News of each school. He noted that across the district, all principals are engaged in leadership professional development focusing on instructional practices. He reported that all Spring State Assessments have been completed. Relating to Greene County High School, Dr. Jones stated the it has been recognized as a Chapter Member of the Alabama Junior Academy of Science by Samford University. Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships, participate in competitions and attend the science camps sponsored by Samford University.
In collaboration with CDC, the Youth Advisory Committee Team at GCHS will host the Minding Your Mental Fair on Wednesday, May 24 from 5-7 pm. GCHS 9th and 10th graders enjoyed an evening of fun at the Sneakers Ball on April 15. The high school prom was held April 21 with the theme: Golden Dreams. At College and Career Decision Day, held May 1, seniors shared their plans after high school.
On May 10, five scholars from Greene County Career Center graduated in Welding from Wallace Community College Selma. They are 11th grade students who received their Associate Degrees in Welding before graduating high school.
Dr. Christopher Crawford, a graduate of Greene County High School, works with scholars to build physiological computing applications. Dr. Crawford is conducting a study designed to help software developers understand ways to create future educational applications.
Positive News from Robert Brown Middle School highlighted the Creative Girls Rock, with girls grades 5-8, participating in the end of year brunch and activities on June3, 2023. The Young Teens Asthma Wellness Virtual Camp is designed to help students recognize the triggers, discuss feelings and understand the basics of asthma. Participants will receive camp gear for healthy eating and monitoring exercises. On May 11, the after school tutorial program visited the Georgia aquarium.
Eutaw Primary School held Honors Day for various classes: Kindergarten, May 15; First Grade, May 16; Second Grade, May 17; Third Grade, May 18. Pre-K end of year celebration is scheduled for May 19.
The board approved the following personnel items recommended by the superintendent.
Employment of the following teachers for Summer School June 5 – 30, 2023.
Greene County High School: Veronica Moore, Tameshia Porter, Angela Harkness – Special Services, Drenda Morton – Assistant, Brittany Jenkins, Janice Jeames-Askew – After Completion of Contract, Clifford Reynolds.
Robert Brown Middle School: Vanessa Bryant, Raven Bryant, Felecia Smith, Demetris Lyles, Quentin Walton, Tyletha Lord, Valencia Moore-Miller – Paraprofessional/Aide, Denise Horton – Paraprofessional/Aide, Mary Hobson – Special Services Aide, Pinkie Travis – Aide,
Eutaw Primary School: LaShaun Henley, Gwendolyn Webb – Paraprofessional/Aide, Kaleigha Jemison, Pamela Pasteur, Gloria McGhee, Keisha Williams, Montoya Binion, Charlease Smith, Carla Durrett.
Child Nutrition Program: Burnia Cripin, Sandy Wilson, Romanda Askew, Jacqueline Pickens, Rosie Davis.
Non- renewal: Tracy Hinton, Biology Teacher, Greene County High School; Alanda McEwen, Counselor, Robert Brown Middle School.
Resignation: Ralph Marshall, History Teacher, Greene County High School.
Brenda Lawrence will serve as school nurse for the Greene County schools summer Learning Program, June, 2023.
The board approved the following administrative items recommended by the superintendent.
* Bank reconciliations as submitted by Ms. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
* Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
* FY 2023 Budget Amendments
* Approval for Shamyra Jones to travel to the JAG National Training Seminar, July 10 -14, 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky.
* Approval of Barbara Martin to Attend 2023 Model School Conference, Orlando Florida June 25 – 28, 2023.
* Approval of Agreement between Greene County Board of Education and Kim Herren, for Provision of Developmental Delayed Services for 2023-2024 School Term.
* Contract between Cooks Pest Control and Greene County Board, for Termite Treatment at Greene County High School.
* Approval of four-day work week for all extended employees beginning June 5, 2023, and ending July 18, 2023.
* Memorandum of Understanding between Greene County Schools and Skilled Trades of West Alabama Apprenticeship Programs.
* Approval of McKee and Associates Architects, INC. Repairs for Robert Brown Middle School Press Box.
Approval of Contract Between Greene County Board and H&H Educational Services, LLC.
CSFO, Marquita Lennon, gave the following financial snapshot report ending April 30, 2023.
The combined General Fund Reserve total 5.05M; Cash Reserve totaled 2.86M; (All bank accounts have been reconciled); General Fund Bank balance – $3,427,655.81; Accounts Payable Check register – $286,934.04; Payroll Register – $933,558.23; Combined Ending fund Balance – $6,101,091.19. Local revenue: Property Taxes – $60,694; Sales Taxes – $133,729; Other Taxes – $3,971; Bingo – $55,839; total Local revenue – $254,233. The board also approved FY 2023 Budget Amendments from categories including ESSER II, ESSER III, CNP, UAB COVID Grant, and Cyber Security.

Whorton Engineering, Inc. to design and manage new HVAC Project

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School Board selects company to replace HVAC system at RBMS

The Greene County Board of Education met in a special call meeting Monday, May 8, 2023, to consider and act on the superintendent’s proposal regarding selection of a company to replace the HVAC system at Robert Brown Middle School. All board members were present. Over the course of this school year, the board has heard various presentations from several companies regarding their plans, timelines and costs for removing the existing HVAC system and installing a new one. The most recent presentations were given at a work session held Friday, April 21, 2023.
The board approved the recommendation of Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones to engage Whorton Engineering, Inc. to design and manage the HVAC replacement project at RBMS. Total estimate for the HVAC replacement project is proposed at $2,544,301, which includes a 10% contingency. The gymnasium at RBMS is not included in this estimate, but the superintendent stated that he will bring that to the board as an added project.
Financial support for the HVAC Project at RBMS is secured through the ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund) – CARES ACT which is the Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security Act, resources. As indicated in various financial reports at school local board meetings, there is approximately $2.6 million available from ESSER II and ESSER III funds which can support the HVAC Project. As per the American Rescue Plan requirements: “Permissible minor remodeling may include, but not limited to, the installation or renovation of an HBVAC system to help with air filtration to prevent the spread of COVID 19.”
The RBMS HVAC project, which satisfies the American Rescue Plan requirements, will include the following components: The old system, installed in the 1970’s, will be removed; the new HVAC system will greatly improve the indoor air quality and comfort within the building. Each classroom will be able to control its own indoor temperatures. The system will include an independent fresh air system that will properly heat and cool the outside air before it enters the space. There will be controls for dehumidification equipment to deter growth and introduction of mold and mildew. Fresh air will be filtered with MERV 13 filters; The system will include recirculation and filtration of the air already inside the facility. The new equipment will have the ability to hear and cool at any time.
At the board’s recent work session, it was indicated that an effect of this new system is a 40% utility bill savings for that plant. Most of the equipment can be purchased through Sourcewell, the State Department’s Cooperative Purchasing Program.
According to Dr. Jones, the project will begin immediately and progress as equipment arrives. He noted that the company has indicated that some equipment is already on hand.
Dr. Jones affirmed that the arrangement with Whorton Engineering was the best approach for replacing the HVAC system at RMBS. “Through Whorton Engineering, Inc. we get the best costs for the services needed and, thus, we can still allocate most of the system $1.4 million PSCA Funds (Public School & College Authority) for other needed facility improvements, including new roof and flooring at Eutaw Primary School and replacing the field house, concession stand and fencing at RBMS.

Alabama State University awards six seniors $182, 560 in scholarships

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Superintendent Jones stresses positive news in school system

The Greene County Board of Education held its monthly meeting on April 24, 2023 with all board members in attendance. Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones opened his report to the board with positive news from the various schools. At Eutaw Primary, Kindergarten teacher Ms. Kaleiga Jemison was awarded a $500 from Alabama Power Foundation Classroom Grant Program to purchase classroom supplies and materials to enhance student achievement. Eutaw Primary School is in process of preparing for summer learning, with 74 scholars registered to attend.
In reporting positive news for Robert Brown Middle School, Dr. Jones noted that on March 31, an ACAP Kick Off Rally and at least 97% of RBMS scholars participated in ACAP testing. RBMS held a 7th and 8th grade basketball game on April 21 to celebrate the students attendance during ACAP testing. The RBMS cool down room has officially opened to all students. Students cNan use their Tiger Tickets to enjoy time in the area. On April 27, RBMS scholars will travel to Tuscaloosa for a tour of Stillman College.
For Greene County High School positive news, the superintendent shared that Alabama State University visited GCHS on April 17 and awarded $182,560 in scholarships to six seniors. The Debate Team traveled to Mississippi State University during Spring Break. The team performed well and received awards for Most Passionate Debaters. GCHS football players attended Brain Day at the University of Alabama, attending sessions on concussions and mental health, brain imaging, nutrition, sleep health and substance abuse. Tenth graders toured the University of West Alabama. Two seniors have signed up for the Alabama Skilled Trades Jumpstart Program; nine seniors attended WOW 2.0 and received multiple contingent job offers. One senior was officially offered a position in the Mercedes Apprenticeship program, beginning this summer.
Superintendent Jones presented a preview of the Teacher Pipeline Program, which the school district is exploring with the University of Alabama. The program addresses the shortage of qualified teachers with an approach to increase the number teacher preparation programs, support partnerships between schools and universities and incentives for teachers to work in high-need areas. Dr. Jones noted that with the system investing $4,700 per student for preparatory programs, those students could be eligible for four-year full tuition scholarships at $44,000 per student. Upon completion, the new teachers could receive further monetary incentives to return to their home communities to teach. According to Jones, no final contract is not ready to come before the board.
The board acted on the following personnel items recommended by the superintendent.
* Approved superintendent’s recommendation to non-renew Reginald Coats contract.
* Approved Victoria Moore, as STEAM Leader for Greene County High School.
* Retroactively approved Michelle Williams, full-time custodian, Greene County Career Center, with a start date of Monday, April 17, 2023.
* Approved Zarquashia Taylor, as School Nurse for Greene County Schools.
* Approved Project Grow Participants: Brittany Harris, Administrator; Marilyn Knott, Counselor; Pamela Pasteur, Reading Interventionist.
Project Grow Committee: Greene County High School -Andrea Perry; Janice Jeams-Askew Tamika Thompson; Victoria Moore; Tura Edwards.
Project Grow Committee, Robert Brown Middle School: Dr. Rosalyn Robinson; Felecia Smith;Vanessa Bryant; Raven Bryant.
The board acted on the following administrative items recommended by the superintendent.
* Payment of all bills, claims, and Payroll.
* Bank reconciliations as submitted by Ms. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
* Approval of Greene County Board Indirect Cost Proposal FY24 Organizational Chart 2022.
Approval of Administrative Staff to Attend the 2023 Model School Conference, Orlando Florida June 25 – 28, 2023. Attendees include: Teresa Atkins; Rebecca Coleman; Brittany Harris; Dr Corey Jones; Charlayne Jordan; Marshae Pelt; LaMonica Little; Andrea Perry.
Memorandum of Understanding between Greene County Board and Young Teen Asthma & Wellness Camp,
Approval of Disposal of used panels.
Approval of University of West Alabama Stem Institute Project.
Approval of fixed Asset On-site Physical Inventory.
Approval of SAAVAS envision Math, Professional Development.
Approval of ARIS-Language Builder, Academic Readiness Intervention system.
Approval of Project Grow Summer Leadership Professional Development.
Service agreement between Greene County board and edconnect.
Contractual Agreement between Greene County Board and Denise Horton, Behavior Aide. For 2023-2024 School Term.
Approval of ESSER II Amendment – 4296.
Retro-active approval of Wanda Blakley to travel to New Orleans.
Contract between Greene County Board and Conserv Pest & Wildlife Services.
Approval of Ambit Solution, IP Intercom System Replacement.
Approval of Greene County District Recovery Plan 2023.
Approval of Bid Proposal Between Greene County Board and Security Providers, LLC.
Approval of Garry Rice to attend SREB School Improvement Conference.
Memorandum of Agreement between Greene County Board and Community Services Program of West Alabama Head Start.
Approval of Proposal, Kids First Education.
Approval CNP Supervisor Shirley Stewart to travel to Denver Colorado, CNP Conference.
Approval of Discontinuing ROTC Program.
The Financial SnapShot, as of March 31, 2023, presented by CSFO Marquita Lennon, included the following: Operating Reserve – $5.08 combined general fund reserver; $2.96 cash reserve. All bank accounts have been reconciled. The General Fund Bank Balance – $3,547,514.14 (reconciles to the summary Cash Report); Accounts Payable Check Register – $458,486.56; Payroll Register – $926,704.13; Combined Ending Fund Balance – $6,135,726.13;
Total Local Revenue – $222,699.

Alabama A&M University awards nine scholarships during bus tour to GCHS

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The Greene County Board of Education held its regular meeting on Monday, March 20, 2023 with all board members present except Ms. Carrie Dancy.
In his positive news for Greene County High School, Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones stated that nine seniors received scholarships from Alabama A&M University, totaling $168,000, when the Alabama A& M Bus Tour visited GCHS on March 2, 2023. Adopt-A-School partners and community leaders read to scholars at GCHS for Read Across America Week. Act testing at the high school was successful with nearly 100% student participation. GCHS seniors attended Stillman College TIGERFEST, with several scholars showing interest in enrolling at Stillman College. GCHS Honor Society and Peer Helpers read to scholars at EPS for Read Across America Week. GCHS football team participated in community service, picking up litter and helping to repair a house.
In positive news for Greene County High Career Center, Jones noted that Career Tech Student organizations recently competed in regional and state events: National Career Association (NCA) – 4th place winner at regional events; DECA; Skills USA. The Career Center has scheduled Parent Night for April 6 at 5:30 pm at the Career Center; Awards Banquet for April 27 at 5:30 p.m. at GCHS gym; Cosmetology Hair Show for May 5 at 5:00 pm GCHS gym.
In his positive news for RBMS, Dr. Jones noted that as Teacher of the year, Ms. Vanessa Bryant was awarded the Digital Discovery Scholarship for Title I Schools. Ms. Bryant was chosen over 200 plus applicants. This is her second year winning the award.
RBMS also hosted Muffins for Mom, a living Wax Museum and their annual Black History Program during the month of February. Parents were involved in all three events. RBMS hosted its first Mardi Gras Extravaganza on March 16.
The City of Eutaw hosted a job fair for RBMS students on March 14. According to Jones, Eutaw City is a faithful sponsor of RBMS.
Superintendent Jones included in his report the school system’s testing schedule. The ACT testing at Greene County High School was held March 15 through 17; ACAP Summative at Eutaw Primary School 2nd grade is scheduled for March 28 – April 4; ACAP Summative at Eutaw Primary 3rd grade is scheduled for April 5 – April 12; ACAP Summative at Robert Brown Middle Schoo 4th – 8th grades is scheduled for April 4 – April 21.
The board acted on the following personnel items recommended by Superintendent Jones.
Approved 2023-Language Essentials of Reading and Spelling Stipend: Danielle Sanders; Quenterica White; Chandra Toney.
Approved Employment: Canesha Ray, Long-Term Substitute Teacher for 2022-2023 Eutaw Primary School; Shelia Wade, Substitute Cafeteria Worker.
* Approved One-time Supplemental – COVID Testing: Jacqueline Raby, RN, Lead Nurse, $5,000; Brenda Lawerence, LPN, $2,500; Dorothy Jones, LPN, $2,500.
Approved FMLA Maternity Leave\Catastrophic Leave: Ms. Chandra Toney effective February 13, 2023.

The board approved the following administrative service items.
* Payment of all bills, claims, and Payroll.
* Bank reconciliations as submitted by Ms. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
* UWA Black Belt Stem Institute Stipend Agreement.
* Service Agreement between Greene County Board and Stericycle Medical Waste Disposal.
* Contract between Greene County Board and Demisha Stough, Child Find Gifted Specialist.
* Contract between Greene County Board and E-rate Technologies Wide Area Network. For FY-23 School Term.
* Agreement between Greene County Board and Stericycle Service
* Agreement between Greene County Board and ABSS Staffing Solutions
Approval of Robert Brown Middle School to travel to Atlanta, Georgia Aquarium.
The CSFO, Ms. Marquita Lennon prepared the following Financial Snapshot as of February 28, 2023. Operating Reserve totaled 5.10M combined general fund reserve; 3.24M cash reserve, with all bank accounts reconciled. The General Fund Balance totaled $3,892,135.82, reconciles to the Summary Cash Report; Accounts Payable Check Register totaled $227,189.46; Payroll Register totaled $929,917.04 – total gross pay to include employer match items; Combined Ending Fund Balance totaled $6,157,563.17. The report indicated that the system is financially stable and maintaining the state mandated operating reserve.

Board approves ESSER II Budget Amendment, Superintendent gives update on enrollment and positive school news

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The Greene County Board of Education held its regular meeting on Monday, January 23, 2023. The meeting date was adjusted to the fourth Monday since Dr. King’s National Holiday fell on the third Monday. All board members were present, except for Brandon Merriweather. Board President Branch explained that Mr. Merriweather’s work schedule could not accommodate the change in the meeting date.
Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones opened his report to the board with an update on student enrollment, comparing enrollment in mid December, 2022 and enrollment in mid January, 2023.
Eutaw Primary School had 275 scholars enrolled in December and 280 in January 2023; Robert Brown Middle School had 340 scholars in December and 334 in January; Greene County High School had 259 in December and 260 in January. Comparative totals for the two months were the same, 874 scholars enrolled.
In school positive news, Dr. Jones noted that new playground equipment for Eutaw Primary has arrived and installation is in progress. EPS educators and scholars celebrated Math Week and the 100th Day of School during the week of January 16. Seven scholars have obtained 100 or more Accelerated Reader points and are part of the 100 Points Club. Pre-K scholars enjoyed a field trip to the Children’s Hands On Museum on January 20.
Positive news for Robert Brown Middle School include the following: Parents are invited to eat lunch with their children on Thursday, January 26; RBMS Teacher of the Year is, fourth grade teacher, Ms. Vanessa Bryant; the Epsilon Mu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority is sponsoring a Valentine Luncheon for RBMS staff and teacher incentive gift cards.
Positive news for Greene County High include the following: GCHS celebrated coming off the Comprehensive School Improvement List; ACT Prep is offered twice a month on Saturdays at GCHS from 9-11 and attendance is increasing; after school enrollment has increased from nine to 35 students;
In her financial report to the board, CSFO Marquita Lennon, presented a draft of the FY 2023 ESSER II Budget Amendment. She noted that there is a carryover amount of approximately $2.5 million and funds must be expended by September 30, 2023, with the budget amended by March 15, 2023. Lennon listed other elements of the budget amendment including the following: ESSER II Committee of school personnel and community stakeholders was formed; Capital expenditures capped at 50%; Learning loss must be 20%. Key items of expenditure will include Janitor salaries and benefits; Playground Equipment for EPS; Computer Lab for RBMS; Flooring for EPS and Peter J. Kirksey; Insurance for Chrome Books; Learning Licenses; ACT Prep; Transitional activities.
CSFO Lennon presented the school system’s monthly financials as of December 31, 2022. Her Financial Points of Interest and Financial Snapshot included the following: Operating Reserves – 3.77M combined general fund reserve;1.89M cash reserve; ( All bank accounts have been reconciled); General Fund Balance – $2,266,229.97 (reconciles to the Summary Cash Report); Accounts payable Check register – $181,347.67; Payroll Register $926,501.71; Combined Ending Fund Balance -$4,529,923.07; Local Revenue – (taxes and bingo revenue) $268,768.
The board approved the following personnel items.
Employment – Ms. Delois Powell Bus Aide, Department of Transportation; Natasha Lewis, After School Bus Driver, for 2022-2023 School term. The board also approved a Retention Bonus Agreement Contract for School Bus Driver, Natasha Lewis for 2022-2023 school term. The board approved a $500 stipend for Pamela McGee for Response to Intervention (RTI) Chairperson.
Resignation – Demilia Snyder, Robert Brown Middle School Teacher, effective January 31, 2023.
Supplements for Spring Track Team Personnel – Greene County High School, Head Coach for Males – Howard Crawford; Assistant Male Coach – Rodney Wesley; Head Coach, Females – Ralph Marshall; Assistant Coach, Females – Torethia Mitchell.
The board approved the following administrative items.
* Payment of all bills, claims, and payroll.
* Bank reconciliations as submitted by Ms. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
* Contract between Greene County Board and Ability Pilot, Student Intervention and Embedded Coaching, Kid First Education.
* Memorandum of Understanding between Greene County High School and Stillman College, Dual Enrollment, for 2022-2023 School Term.
* Amendments to ESSER II (4296) Budget to include: Custodial Salaries; Learning Licenses;
ACT Preparation; Data Processing Updates;
* Memorandum of Understanding between Greene County Board of Education and Advancing Evidence Improving Lives (AIR), CDC Youth Empowerment Project.
* Approval of Corey Cockrell to attend Glazier Football Clinic, Franklin, TN February 24-26, 2022.
* Approval of Greene County High School Seniors to travel to Destin, Florida for Class of 2023 Senior Trip.
* Bus Driver- Stillman College Upward Bound, Mr. Leslie Carlisle;
* Purchase of Computers for Robert Brown Middle School.

Superintendent updates board on school enrollment and student and employee absenteeism

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The Greene County Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting Monday, December 12, 2022, one week early due to Christmas holidays. The school system will closed Friday, December 16 and re-open Tuesday, January 3, 2023 for a Professional Development Day. Students return to classes on January 5.
Superintendent Dr. Corey Jones open his report to the board with an update on local school enrollment. As of December 12, Eutaw Primary has 275 scholars enrolled, not including the pre-K class. This is 22 students less than last year at this time. Robert Brown Middle has 340 scholars enrolled, nine more than last year; and Greene County High has 874 scholars enrolled, 16 less than the previous year. Jones noted that there are various factors that account the enrollment numbers, mainly that the county as a whole is losing population.
Dr. Jones then informed the board that the system is currently monitoring absenteeism of students and employees on a weekly basis. He presented this as an additional approach toward accountability. He noted that there are more absentees of students and teachers on a Friday. “I am directing my principals to monitor all attendance on a daily basis and submit weekly reports. We have procedures for monitoring student attendance, including conversations and home visits with parents/guardians by the school system’s Truancy Officer. The principals work directly with teachers regarding attendance issues” he stated. Jones said that the Career Center has the lowest absentee rates of students and employees.
Board member Robert Davis inquired as to student absence following the recent Tornado, which left approximately 15 families homeless. Superintendent Jones responded that excused absences are noted in the record and the school system will be assisting those displaced scholars.
Dr. Jones listed positive news for each of the district schools. Eutaw Primary scholars are currently in the process of completing the Aimsweb Assessment for mid year. Educators will utilize the data to plan whole group and small group instruction.
Robert Brown Middle School Girls Basketball Team is on the road to an undefeated season. So far they have won every game this season.
Greene County High School has 92% of scholars passing the Civics Exam on the first attempt, a requirement for graduation. The remaining scholars will test again on Thursday, Dec. 15. GCHS has exited Comprehensive Support and Improvement School (CSI), which means the high school no longer falls within the bottom 6% of Title I schools within the state’s accountability system.
The board approved the following personnel items recommended by the superintendent.
* School nurses receive payment to service students involved in extracurricular activities for 2022-2023 school year as needed.
* Ms. Dorthea Smith, long-term substitute teacher, 7th/8th grade Science.
FMLA Maternity Leave and Catastrophic leave for Demilia Snyder effective December 13, 2022.
The board the approved the following administrative items recommended by the superintendent.
* Payment of all bills, claims and payroll.
* Bank reconciliations as submitted by Ms. Marquita Lennon, CSFO.
* Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Imagine Learning, for 2022-2023 School term.
* Authorization between Greene County Board of Education and Encourage ACT, for School District.
* Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Triumph Learning.
* Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Nearpod Support License Renewal.
* Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Albireo Energy Service and Support Agreement Renewal.
* Contract between Greene County Board of Education and Sophos Antivirus Software Renewal.
* Extension of contract for Mrs. Evelyn James to consult/assist on an as needed basis until the end of fiscal year 2023.
* Encourage ACT-Resources to connect students with colleges and Universities Nation Wide.