PUBLIC NOTICE
New Iberia, Louisiana
October 16, 2024
The Iberia Parish School Board met in Regular Session at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 in the Iberia Parish School Board Room, at the Administrative Building, located at 1500 Jane Street, New Iberia, Louisiana.
Before Roll Call, President Brad M. Norris inquired three times if there were any bids to be turned in for Bid No. 1156 A New Gymnasium for Iberia Parish School Board. The budget for the project is $11,000,000.00.
SECTION A CALL TO ORDER
1. ROLL CALL
President, Brad M. Norris called the meeting to order and asked Ms. Gwen Williams to call the roll.
Board Members Present:
Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael
Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr. Dan L. LeBlanc, Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee
Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael
W.S.L. Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs.
Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L. Alexander
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
2. MOMENT OF SILENCE
Ms. Maggie Johnson Armstead Retired IPSD teacher; more than 30 years of service
Mrs. Mildred K. Estis Retired IPSD teacher/supervisor; more than 30 years of service Mrs. Carolyn Breaux Mother of Jennifer Foster Supervisor of Assessment & Accountability & mother- in-law of Martin Foster IPSD Computer Technician
3. PRAYER
The Opening Prayer was given by Rev. Arthur L. Alexander.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was given by Mr. Dana P. Dugas.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
The requirement regarding public comment for school board meetings is that a call for public comment must take place prior to each agenda item and vote by the board. If you wish to comment on an agenda item during this meeting, please proceed as follows: please fill out a card with your first and last name and the agenda item you wish to address. These requests to address the Board regarding an agenda item will be heard prior to each agenda item as it is taken up.
SECTION B OPEN BIDS
1. CONSIDER A MOTION TO OPEN BIDS RECEIVED FOR BID NO. 1156 A NEW GYMNASIUM FOR IBERIA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD AND TAKE APPROPRIATE
ACTION (Mr. Harry Lopez and Ms. Lauren Tinnin)
Mr. Harry Lopez handed all bids to Mr. Heath Hulin. Mr. Lopez informed Mr. Hulin that the bids received electronically must be handled first. Mr. Hulin informed the Board that six (6) bids were received for Bid No. 1156 A New Gymnasium for Iberia Parish School Board with a budget of $11,000,000.00. The bids were individually opened and read aloud.
President Norris called for a Motion. Mr. Dana P. Dugas moved, Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia seconded the motion to take the information under advisement and have Mr. Lopez and Mr. Crochet return to the Board with their recommendation as presented by Mr. Heath Hulin and Mr. Harry Lopez.
President Norris called for Public Comment, Hearing none.
President Norris called for Board Discussion, Hearing none.
A roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr.
Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The Motion passed and was adopted.
SECTION C PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/REPORTS
1. Recognition of Delcambre Elementary School as National Blue-Ribbon School for 2024 (Mr. Heath Hulin)
2. Group Health Plan Financial Performance Update (Ms. Kim Clay)
3. Monthly Sales Tax Report (Mr. Patrick Segura)
4. Quarterly Sales Tax Report (Mr. Patrick Segura)
5. Tax Salary Supplement (Ms. Lauren Tinnin)
SECTION D CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS NONE
1. Budget Revisions (Mr. Lauren Tinnin)
2. Financial Highlights (Ms. Lauren Tinnin)
3. Budget to Actual Report (Ms. Lauren Tinnin)
4. Physical Facilities Housekeeping Report (Mr. Harry Lopez)
President Norris called for a Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia moved, Rev. Arthur L. Alexander seconded to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. A roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr.
Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The Motion passed and was adopted.
SECTION E AGENDA ITEMS
1. CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION TO PROVIDE ONE-TIME NON-RECURRING STIPENDS
TO ALL ACTIVE FULL-TIME CERTIFIED AND NON-CERTIFIED EMPLOYEES AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION (Ms. Lauren Tinnin and Mr. Heath Hulin)
Ms. Lauren Tinnin informed the Board that the state has given the Iberia Parish School District an allocation for a one-time, nonrecurring stipend in the amount of $2,000.00 for certificated staff and $1,000.00 for non-certified staff. Ms. Tinnin stated the funding is derived from our October 1, 2023 Edlink 360 staffing data that is reported to the state. Ms. Tinnin stated that the Districts pre-k staff employees were not included. However, Ms. Tinnin stated that the pre-k staff employees will be paid the stipend using the Districts general fund. Ms. Tinnin informed the Board that the District will still be able to maintain a healthy budget after paying the pre-k staff employees. Lastly, Ms. Tinnin informed the Board that the funds will be disbursed on October 25, 2024.
President Norris called for Public Comment, Hearing none.
President Norris called for a Motion. Mr. Dan L. LeBlanc Sr. moved, Mr. Dana P. Dugas seconded the motion to approve the one-time non-recurring stipend to all full-time certified and non-certified employees including an estimated $92,700.00 from general fund to cover the amount for pre-k staff employees as presented by Ms. Lauren Tinnin.
President Norris called for Board Discussion, Hearing none.
A roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr.
Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The Motion passed and was adopted.
2. CONSIDER A REQUEST BY THE JEANERETTE HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION TO DESIGNATE THE FOOTBALL STADIUM IN HONOR OF PIONERING COACHES FROM THE JEANERETTE COMMUNITY AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION (Mr. Kendrick Martin, Alumni Association President)
Mr. Kendrick Martin informed the Board that the Jeanerette High School Alumni Association and the community of Jeanerette are respectfully requesting the Boards consideration in naming the JHS Tiger Stadium as the Tinguee-Wallace Tiger Stadium in honor of two of our communitys most influential pioneers, Coach Larry B. Tinguee Sr. and Coach James E. Wallace Sr. Mr. Martin stated both men have made significant contributions to our community, shaping generations of families through their dedication to the education of our youth.
Mr. Martin explained that Coach Tinguee dedicated 34 years to education and promoting sports. He had 26 years of service at Jeanerette Senior High School until his retirement in 1995. He passed away on January 28, 2014.
Mr. Martin explained Coach Wallace focused on character and accountability and began his career with Iberia Parish School System in 1954 before being drafted into the military. Upon his return from the military, he continued his career with Iberia Parish School until 1988. Coach Wallace achieved multiple district championships in football, basketball and baseball. Mr. Martin stated Coach Wallace earned in 1968 and 1969. Coach Wallaces efforts let to Jeanerette High Schools first ever player being drafted in the NFL, Roger TIC Williams Jr. Coach Wallace passed away on April 19, 2014.
Mr. Martin stated naming the stadium Tinguee-Wallace Tiger Stadium would honor the enduring legacy of these men and the foundation of leadership they built.
President Norris called for Public Comment, Hearing none.
President Norris called for a Motion. Rev. Arthur L. Alexander moved, Mrs. Suzette Charpentier seconded the motion to grant the request by the Jeanerette High School Alumni Association to designate the football stadium in honor of pioneering coaches from the Jeanerette Community as presented by Mr. Kendrick Martin, Alumni Association President.
President Norris called for Board Discussion.
Board Discussion as Follows: Mr. Dana P. Dugas stated that we do not name anything after individuals.
Mr. Dugas stated when Coach Crochet won his 200 th game, he was not on the Board at the time, they came to the Board requesting to name the field in Loreauville Coach Crochet Field. At that time, we were told the same thing; we have no buildings, no stadiums, no gymnasiums and no fields named after individuals. Mr. Dugas stated the only thing we have left that is named after someone is L G Porter Stadium and that was because they played football there. We had a gentleman show up every school board meeting holding up a sign in protest of that name. Mr. Dugas stated we dont need to open up pandoras box and we need to stick to policy we have dealt with over the years. He stated he does not think its wise to name anything after the gentlemen but we could get a plaque at the stadium showing their achievements.
Rev. Arthur L. Alexander thats all we are going do it get a plaque and put it at the stadium. President
Norris restated the agenda item and informed the Board it was about renaming the stadium. President
Norris explained if we are recommending a plaque Mr. Dugas would have to make a substitute motion.
Rev. Alexander inquired all we are doing is putting their name on a plaque and putting it in the stadium. Mr. Heath Hulin stated the request received from the Alumni Association was to rename the stadium from Jeanerette Tiger Stadium to Tinguee-Wallace Tiger Stadium. Mr. Hulin explained that what Mr. Dugas is suggesting is that instead of making a permanent name change we instead place a memorial plaque at the stadium to honor them. This is similar to what NISH does with the hall of fame and Loreauville having a plaque in honor of a coach at their stadium (without changing the name of the stadium).
Mr. Dugas stated these gentlemen definitely need to be honored but renaming the stadium would cause problems. Mr. Dugas gave an example of LSU renaming their stadium. And he stated they wanted to name Belle Place Elementary Ed Buford Elementary but that was short lived because we do not name anything after individuals.
President Norris asked Rev. Alexander is the discussion answered his questions.
Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia asked Mr. Dugas if he was offering a motion to allow a plaque to be placed in the stadium with Coach Tinguee and Coach Wallace name on it. Mr. Pradia stated he will gladly second that motion.
President Norris inquired about any additional discussion on the original motion.
Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond stated she agrees with Mr. Dugas and we would have a lot of controversy if we renamed the stadium. Mrs. Rosamond stated these gentlemen are highly respected in the community and a plaque would be a good way to honor them. She stated renaming the stadium would make controversy and we dont want that. And both of the them are deserving of the honor.
Mr. Michael W.S.L. Mayeux inquired if it would be appropriate to make a two-part motion. Mr. Mayeux stated one part to recognize the coaches in Jeanerette with a plague and second to remove Lloyd G.
Porter from the stadium on Center Street and not have it named because it is no longer used for that purpose.
Mr. Dan L. LeBlanc, Sr. stated point of order; its not part of the agenda.
President Norris stated we would have to bring the second part of that motion back to the Board because its not germane to the agenda because we would be taking the name off.
However, Mr. Mayeux stated it is germane because we are talking about not naming something when we have already named something. Mr. Mayeux stated its the last vestige of something that is named.
President Norris stated its not germane to the current agenda item we are discussing. President Norris stated we can address it as a different agenda item up at the next meeting or another meeting and talk about it.
Rev. Alexander stated we have a stadium named after a person and tonight we are saying we cant name a stadium after a person because it will be confusion. We have a stadium named after a person.
President Norris responded Mr. Mayeux is talking about taking the persons name off of the stadium.
Rev. Alexander stated the name is already on it and tonight we saying we shouldnt do it. What is the difference? President Norris saying we shouldnt rename Jeanerette Stadium because thats the discussion we are having. However, President Norris its not germane to discuss un-naming the stadium unless Mr. Wayne Landry says it is germane enough.
Rev. Alexander stated a plaque will suffice, personally speaking. He continued changing the name on the stadium will not bring the two coaches back. We just want to acknowledge what they have accomplished. Rev. Alexander inquired with Mr. Kendrick Martin if he had a problem with a plaque being placed in the stadium.
Mr. Martin replied depending on where the plaque goes and the significance of the plaque of it. Mr.
Martin stated he used to dealing with Lafayette Parish and the surrounding parishes where all the schools do the same thing. Like Bill Dotson Stadium at Acadiana High School, none of those places dont have issues with that unless that person has some type of issues when it comes to racism, rape or something like that. Mr. Martin stated neither Coach Tinguee nor Coach Wallace had any issues throughout their life. If you walk around the City of Jeanerette, regardless of color or age people remember those guys from FM Boley High School and the migration to Jeanerette High School. Mr. Martin the name is important to him. But, its like Rev. Alexander its about what would thrive and make the community come together. Mr. Martin stated our community is a little different from a lot of other communities and something like that is significant for that community. It may not be significant to New Iberia but for Jeanerette it is very significant.
Rev. Alexander stated that we dont want to do anything that will cause division to the Board. We dont want more division than unity. We want to be unified. If a person contributed to our communities, we want to acknowledge them in some way. We dont have to redo the school or anything but something should be placed there to recognize them so we can know what they contributed.
President Norris inquired with Mr. Wayne Landry for clarification. In a substitute motion, can we place a plaque honoring these gentlemen and un-name Lloyd G. Porter stadium? Or does it have to come back?
Mr. Wayne Landry responded that un-naming Lloyd G. Porter Stadium is a different motion. Those of interest against such have no notification that it would be discusses. It has been before the board at least three times. That motion is not an appropriate attachment to the current motion. Its a different subject matter altogether. First of all, Lloyd G Porter Stadium was not ordered in the consent decree for that name to be removed. The current law is you can name any athletic facility which is defined as a building or a field you can name it after a living person but what you cannot name after a living person without legislation approval or special act is an educational facility/building. Mr. Landry stated the motion to remove Lloyd G. Porter has to come back as a separate agenda item. He continued its not appropriate for discussion and its not on the agenda. Mr. Landry stated the second thing hed like the Board to maybe consider is that there is nothing wrong with naming of the field; thats not a facility.
Mr. Landry stated a field is a piece of vacant ground that a game is played on. That would also be a proper substitute motion. These are thoughts that the Board may want to consider before they make their decision.
President Norris informed Mr. Mayeux that hed have to bring the name removal back to the Board.
President Norris inquired if Mr. Martin had any other comments.
Mr. Martin stated since its not a building, like Mr. Landry stated, the stadium could be a memorial since there is no actual structure.
Mr. Dugas stated if we open this up on next months agenda there will be a request to rename Loreauvilles field and Delcambres field (as well as the other high schools). He stated a plaque recognizing these gentlemen is the way we should go.
President Norris inquired for any additional comments on the original motion.
Mr. Dan L. LeBlanc inquired should we specify what type of plaque. Mr. Dugas stated the schools have different types of plaques. The alumni association can choose the plaque they want.
Rev. Alexander inquired who will the alumni association pay for the plaque. Mr. Martin responded yes thats the purpose.
Mr. Martin inquired when we first did the motion, why we didnt give everyone the opportunity to vote on it. Mr. Martin stated there were just two people making suggestions. He inquired will everyone have the opportunity to vote. President Norris explained if the Board would have voted on the motion it would have failed and we could not come back with a substitute motion. President Norris explained that if the original motion failed Mr. Martin would have to come back with another agenda item at another meeting. The President explained if the substitute motion fails then we go back to the original motion.
Rev. Alexander inquired will a draft of the plaque go before Mr. Hulin before we put it out. President Norris responded yes it will be approved before it gets made.
Mr. Landry suggested that they give the authority to the Superintendent to meet with the alumni association and agree upon a design for the plaque. If there is any disagreement, the alumni association can go back to the Board.
Substitute motion is as follows: Mr. Dana P. Dugas moved, Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia seconded the motion to allow Jeanerette High School Alumni Association to place a memorial plaque at the entrance of the stadium in honor of the honorees and to grant the Superintendent the authority to negotiate approval of the plaque with the Jeanerette High School Alumni Association.
President Norris called for Board Discussion.
Hearing no additional discussion, a roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr.
Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The Substitute Motion passed and was adopted.
3. CONSIDER THE EMPLOYMENT OF SPECIAL COUNSEL TO PROCESS H-1B IMMIGRATION APPLICATIONS AND OTHER SERVICES NECESSARY FOR INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATE TEACHERS IN THE FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION (Mr. Heath Hulin)
Mr. Heath Hulin informed the Board that with our French Immersion Program at North Lewis Elementary our foreign associate teachers come to us with a work visa that allows them to work in the United States as a teacher. Normally, that visa is good for two years and then they have to return to their home country. Mr. Hulin stated it is a constant revolving of teachers in our French Immersion program and thats how the program is structured. Every once in a while, we have a teacher that comes to us and excels. The teacher becomes a part of the community, the school and falls in love with New Iberia. They decide they want to stay and continue teaching at North Lewis Elementary School. In order to do that, they have to apply for the next level of visa, H-1B visa. Mr. Hulin stated it is a very lengthy process and they must be sponsored by the employing agency, which would be Iberia Parish School Board to go thru the process. We have a husband-and-wife team at North Lewis Elementary School and they have completed their time but they have expressed that they do not want to leave.
They have been become inaugural to the school community in supporting the students in their activities. They also have their own young children who are students in our school system. Mr. Hulin stated that we are requesting to engage the assistance of an immigration attorney to assist us in sponsoring these two teachers in getting their H-1B visas. There is a resolution presented to help us with this process.
President Norris called for Public Comment, Hearing none.
President Norris called for a Motion. Rev. Arthur L. Alexander moved, Ms. Debra A. Savoie seconded the motion to employ special counsel to process H-1B immigration applications and other services necessary for international associate teachers in the French immersion program as presented by Mr. Heath Hulin.
President Norris called for Board Discussion, Hearing none.
A roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr.
Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The Motion passed and was adopted. (Resolution Attached)
4. CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BID NO. 1161 DELCAMBRE
HIGH SCHOOL NEW GYM AC REPLACEMENT AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
(Mr. Harry Lopez)
Mr. Harry Lopez informed the Board he was requesting approval to advertise for Bid No 1161 Delcambre High School New Gym AC Replacement. The plans and specifications have been uploaded for the electronic bidding process. There will be a mandatory pre-bid conference for contractors on November 1, 2024; receipt of bids on November13, 2024 and award of the construction contract on November 20, 2024. The equipment has a 14 to18 week delivery time. The roof needs to be replaced under the current AC units and that will be repaired. No architect is required for this project.
President Norris called for Public Comment, Hearing none.
President Norris called for a Motion. Mr. Danny D. Segura moved, Ms. Rachael Toups seconded the motion to advertise for Bid No 1161 Delcambre High School New Gym- AC Replacement as presented by Mr. Harry Lopez.
President Norris called for Board Discussion, Hearing none.
A roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr.
Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The Motion passed and was adopted.
5. CONSIDER THE SUPERINTENDENTS PERFORMANCE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
FOR THE 2024 2025 SCHOOL YEAR UPON WHICH THE SUPERINTENDENTS
ANNUAL EVALUATION WILL BE BASED (La. R.S. 17:1233; 1237) - (Mr. Heath Hulin)
Mr. Heath Hulin informed the Board that he was presenting the goals that he and staff have come up with for the 2024 -2025 school year. Mr. Hulin stated hes just presenting the goals for the entire District so thats we are presenting them in a public session. Mr. Hulin read the entire list and informed the Board that these are the areas they will rate him on for his evaluation in the Spring.
President Norris called for Public Comment, Hearing none.
President Norris called for a Motion. Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal moved, Ms. Rachael Toups seconded the motion to accept the Superintendents performance goals and objectives for the 2024-2025 school year upon which the Superintendents annual evaluation will be based (La. R.S. 17:1233;1237) as presented by Mr. Heath Hulin.
President Norris called for Board Discussion, Hearing none.
A roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr. Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The Motion passed and was adopted. (Attachment)
SECTION G ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Heath Hulin informed the Board that on tomorrow, October 17, 2024, the Junior Achievement Program will be taking place at Caneview Elementary School. Tomorrow is financial literacy day and there will be volunteers from Regions Bank, First Horizon, Home Bank, Capital One, Hancock Whitney Catalyst Bank and Chase. They will be presenting information to students on various financial topics.
Mr. Hulin informed the Board that the Junior Police Officer Cadet Program at Johnston-Hopkins, which is run by the school resource officer, will be visited by State Police. The cadets will learn about the State Police Department and they will land their helicopter at the school. The helicopter is scheduled to land right after student intake around 8:00 AM or 8:30 AM.
Mr. Hulin informed the Board that the parent center he spoke about in his goals is scheduled to go live on our website in a few weeks. We want the parents to use this great resource. On Friday, October 18, 2024, New Iberia Senior High will have their annual Hall of Fame. They are inducting six athletes/coaches this year. The inductees are as follows: Mr. Bobby Scelfo, Mr. Lionel Green, Mr. Willy Fraze, Mr. Bradford Michael Williams, Mr. Zack Mitchell and Mr. Colby Delahoussaye.
They will have a reception in the school from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The induction ceremony will take place on the field right before kick-off.
Mr. Hulin informed the Board that the Bayou Teche Museum is having a fundraiser on November 21, 2024. The fundraiser will be held at the Bayou Teche Trading Company (the old gas station on Main Street). There will be bands, comedians and food trucks. Mrs. Jennifer Joseph is on the Museum Board.
The museum allows our students to visit the museum for free and they get grants to pay for transportation for our students visiting the museum.
Mr. Hulin informed the Board that the Special Olympics will be held on November 1, 2024 at New Iberia Senior High. The ceremonies will begin at 9:30 AM.
President Brad M. Norris reminded the Board Members about the microphones and recording. He also informed the Board that tonight was our first night live streaming the meeting. He thanked Ms.
Candice Myers, Mr. Stanley Theriot and myself for our hard work.
SECTION H ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mr. Dan L. LeBlanc, Sr. moved, Mr. Jesse J. McDonald seconded, to adjourn the regular meeting of the Iberia Parish School Board. A roll call vote was called as follows:
Board Members Present:
FOR: Mr. Brad M. Norris, President; Mrs. Nursey O. McNeal; Ms. Rachael Toups; Mr. Danny D. Segura; Mr.
Dan L. LeBlanc Sr.; Mr. Elvin Dee Pradia; Mr. Jesse J. McDonald; Ms. Debra A. Savoie; Mr. Michael W.S.L.
Mayeux; Mr. Dana P. Dugas; Mrs. Suzette Charpentier; Mrs. Kathleen B. Rosamond and Rev. Arthur L.
Alexander
AGAINST: NONE
Board Members Absent: Mr. Raymond Q. Lewis
The motion passed. The regular meeting of the Iberia Parish School Board adjourned at 6:55 PM.
Brad M. Norris, President
Heath Hulin, Secretary/Treasurer
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