SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
THE VERNON PARISH SCHOOL BOARD CONVENED IN REGULAR SESSION AT 10:00 A.M., 201 BELVIEW ROAD, LEESVILLE, LOUISIANA. THE PRESIDENT AND VICE-PRESIDENT WERE ABSENT AND JIM SEAMAN CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AND ON ROLL CALL THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS WERE PRESENT:
District One:
Kelly Kaima-Goodwin
Rhonda Morrison
Robert Pynes, Jr.
Jim Seaman
District Two:
Angie Davis
District Three:
Deidra Shell
District Four:
Randy Martin
District Seven:
John Blankenbaker
District Eight:
Candace Black
ABSENT:
Jackie Self - District One
Shad Stewart District Five
Vernon L. Travis, Jr. District Six
Col. Clifton J. Lopez Fort Johnson Garrison Commander
There was also present, Mr. James Williams, Secretary of the Board.
The meeting was opened in prayer by: Rhonda Morrison
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by: Rhonda Morrison
ITEM #1: APPROVAL OF 9-5-24 MINUTES
On motion of John Blankenbaker, seconded by Kelly Goodwin, the Board voted to approve the minutes of the 9-5-24 regular meeting and dispense with the reading of the minutes.
ITEM #2: ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE CONSOLIDATED AND GENERAL FUND BUDGETS
On motion of Deidra Shell, seconded by Randy Martin, the Board voted to adopt a resolution to approve the Consolidated and General Fund Budgets for 2024-2025.
ITEM #3: EMPLOYEE RETIREMENTS
On motion of Angie Davis, seconded by Candace Black, the Board voted to accept employee retirements.
ITEM #4: BUDGET AMENDMENTS RELATED TO PERSONNELCHANGES
On motion of Deidra Shell, seconded by Randy Martin, the Board voted to approve budget amendments related to personnel changes.
ITEM #5: AUTHORIZE THE PRESIDENT AND SECRETARY TO PAY THE CLAIMS
On motion of Randy Martin, seconded by John Blankenbaker, the Board voted to authorize the president and secretary to pay the claims.
ITEM #6: POLICIES AND ADDITIONS
On motion of Randy Martin , seconded by Deidra Shell, the Board to approve policies and additions presented at the 9-5-24 meeting.
ITEM #7: ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO REPLACE THE ROOF AT RHS
On motion of John Blankenbaker, seconded by Deidra Shell, the Board voted to advertise for bids to replace the roof at RHS.
ITEM #8: ADVERTISE FOR PROMOTIONAL AP POSITION AT LEESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
On motion of Kelly Goodwin, seconded by Rhonda, the Board voted to table the motion to advertise for a promotional AP position at Leesville High School.
ITEM #9: PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS
On motion of Deidra Shell, seconded by Candace Black, the Board voted
to approve performance contracts presented at the 9-5-24 meeting for Sedrick Clemons, LJHS AP and Samuel Dalton, PHS AP.
ITEM #10: SPECIAL EDUCATION UPDATE
Special Education Director, Leslie Ortiz presented the Board with an update on SWD growth for
all grades and a list of all disabilities serviced by the Vernon Parish School System. She also
presented a student count on each disability serviced. The total VPSB student population is 8075
and the total SpEd student population is 1113.
ITEM #11: EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Jeff Taylor announced to the Board that Tasha Robertson, Simpson High School Title 1 Para was named Employee of the Month. The Employee of the Month program is sponsored by Taylor and Sons Insurance. Ms. Robertson is an amazing employee, working well with students, parents, and her fellow co-workers. Ms. Robertson enjoys working with students and seeing them achieve their goals and dreams. She is always available to help out any place needed or with any school activity. Ms. Robertson has a positive work place attitude. Thank you for your hard work and understanding as you continue to educate your students.
ITEM #12: REPORT FROM ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Candace Black filled in for the Athletic Chairperson, Mr. Shad Stewart in his absence. Ms. Black called on Joseph Bartz to report on topics of discussion during the 9:30 Athletic Committee Meeting. Mr. Bartz discussed the following:
1. LHSAA Clarifies Clear Bag Policy: No State-Wide Mandate
2. LHSAA 2024-2025 Sportsmanship and Conduct Expectations Memorandum
3. Rules for Home School Athletes Eligibility and Registration of Home School Students
4. Vernon Parish 2024 Fall Sports Schedule
5. List of all head and assistant coaches at each school
ITEM #13: SUPERINTENDENTS REMARKS
Superintendent James Williams updated the Board Members on Hurricane Francines proposed
path and informed them on school closures due to possible dangerous weather.
Mr. Williams reminded the Board about the October 8th training with Karee Wahid, Head Start
training at 8:30 and Jon Guice after the 10:00 meeting.
ITEM #14: MEMORIAL RESOLUTIONS
There were no memorial resolutions presented at the meeting.
ITEM #15: ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Authorized Officer
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SHAD STEWART, PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
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JAMES WILLIAMS, SUPERINTENDENT
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