JOINT BOARD OF CONTROL
JACKSON RIVER TECHNICAL CENTER
MINUTES
March 18, 2008
The Joint Board of Control for Jackson River Technical Center held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, in the Darnell Center of Jackson River Technical Center with the following members present:
David Halsey, Chairman Alleghany County
Joe Anderson Alleghany County
Stacey Bryant Alleghany County
Randy Tucker Alleghany County
Cindy Bryant Covington City
Danny Warlitner Covington City
Also present were Dr. Robert P. Grimesey, Administrator; Mr. Eddie Graham, Superintendent of Covington City Schools; Mr. Tom Beirne, Director; Mr. Glenn Spangler, Assistant Director/Apprenticeship Coordinator; and Mrs. Sue Wolfe, Clerk.
Mr. Halsey called the meeting to order at 12:27 p.m. and led in a moment of silence and the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Mr. Halsey requested that Board members review the minutes of the February 19, 2008, meeting. Since there were no corrections or additions, Mr. Halsey declared the minutes approved as read.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (08-38):
HOSA. Mr. Beirne reviewed a list of participants in the HOSA State Conference in Richmond on February 29-March 2. The following students placed:
Nursing Assistant Skills Competition
1st Place Olivia Kelley
3rd Place Kristen McKinnell
Kaiser Permanente Health Examination
1st Place Kayla Dabbs
2nd Place Olivia Kelley
4th Place Hannah Kelley
Creative Problem Solving Team Event
2nd Place Whitney Sparks, Kayla Dabbs, Olivia Kelley
Mr. Beirne said he was very proud of the girls and added that four of them are eligible to participate in the National HOSA Conference in Dallas in the latter part of June.
Educator Advisory Meeting. Mr. Spangler reviewed the minutes of the February 19, 2008, meeting of the JRTC Educator Advisory Committee. He explained that the meeting was held primarily to discuss adding Marketing as a certificate program. After discussion, the Committee recommended that Marketing be offered as a certificate program with the following requirements: Marketing, Advanced Marketing, and Co-op Program. They also suggested priorities for enrolling students. In addition, the Committee heard reports concerning Skills USA district competition results and the Alternative Placement Program.
Skills Advisory Council. Mr. Beirne reported that the Skills Advisory Council met on March 5, 2008, noting that the Council agreed that the curriculum should remain the same with the exception of adding Marketing as a certificate program. They heard reports on the HOSA State Skills Competition and ninth grade tours. Mr. Beirne reminded Board members that the next meeting will be prior to the annual Skills Advisory Council/Joint Board Dinner meeting on April 17, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. The Board meeting will be at 6:00 p.m. and Mr. Kleppinger will be the speaker at the dinner.
SEDF Report. Mr. Spangler reviewed the Secondary Enrollment/Demographic Report with the Board. He pointed out increases or decreases in class size and explained non-traditional roles. He added that we have a 16.5% rating for female non-traditional students and a 15.79% rating for male non-traditional students. He added that the total rating is 16.3% and is an improvement over last year’s numbers.
Attendance Report. Mr. Spangler reviewed the third six-weeks attendance report, noting that percentage is up in all blocks, including the 5th Block, Alternative Program, from last year at this time. He then explained entries and withdrawals.
NEW BUSINESS:
Financial Report (Audit) (08-39).As requested by Mr. Beirne, the Board unanimously accepted the audit of the 2006-2007 school year by R. L. Persinger & Company. This action was taken after a motion by Mr. Warlitner and a second by Mrs. Cindy Bryant.
Skills USA State Competition (08-40). Mr. Beirne requested permission for eight (possibly nine) students, four instructors, and one administrator to attend the Skills USA State Competition in Hampton at the end of April. Mr. Tucker moved to approve the overnight field trip, Mr. Warlitner seconded, and the Board unanimously voted aye for approval.
Personnel (08-41). Dr. Grimesey recommended the following professional for reappointment for 2008-2009:
Professional Staff
on Continuing Contract
To Be Reappointed for 2008-2009:
Thomas M. Beirne
Nonette M. Cosgrove
Richard W. Dickson
Leona M. Gadd
James L. Huffman
Julie J. Meadows
John W. Persinger, Jr.
Leonard K. Ray, Jr.
Glenn Spangler
Michael W. Strand
Mark S. Smith
Leslie A. Wanzer
Professional Staff
To Be Reappointed
And Placed on Continuing Contract
Mark T. Hamelman
Professional Staff
To Be Reappointed
And Not on Continuing Contract
Paul Graham
Mrs. Stacey Bryant moved approval as recommended, Mr. Tucker seconded the motion, the Board members unanimously voted aye for approval.
PAY BILLS (08-42):
After examination, Mr. Warlitner moved to approve payment of bills in the amount of $30,390.32. Mrs. Cindy Bryant seconded the motion, and the motion carried unanimously by aye vote. Salaries and benefits in the amount of $120,030.00 for the February payroll were paid in accordance with approved salary scales and fringe benefits.
ADJOURNMENT:
After a motion by Mr. Warlitner, and a second by Mrs. Bryant, the meeting adjourned at 12:45 p.m.
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Date Approved Clerk
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Chairman