SCHOOL BOARD PROCEEDINGS
The Avoyelles Parish School Board met in regular session Monday, June 1, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Michael Lacombe, President; Darrell Wiley, Vice-President; Freeman Ford, Chris LaCour, James Gauthier, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, Lizzie Ned, Van Kojis, and John Gagnard.
Absent: None.
An Invocation was offered by Principal Dexter Compton.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America led by Board Member Shelia Blackman-Dupas.
1. On motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the Board adopted the minutes of the regular Board meeting held Tuesday, May 5, 2015, and the special Board meeting held Friday, May 8, 2015, as printed and mailed to Board members and published in The Weekly News, official journal of the Board. MOTION CARRIED.
2. Board Member Van Kojis read a resolution of respect to the late Charles Roberts, former teacher and Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance.
On motion by Van Kojis, seconded by John Gagnard, the Board adopted the resolution of respect to the late Charles Roberts. MOTION CARRIED.
3. President Michael Lacombe read a resolution of respect to the late Paul T. McHenry III, former teacher.
On motion by Michael Lacombe, seconded by James Gauthier, the Board adopted the resolution of respect to the late Paul T. McHenry III. MOTION CARRIED.
4. Mrs. Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent, recognized the 2015 Outstanding School Support Employees. Mrs. Prater stated that the Outstanding School Support Employee Awards Program provides an opportunity to honor an outstanding employee at the elementary, high, and central office levels who supported and provided leadership in the operation of non-instructional activities within the school system.
Mrs. Prater announced the winners at each school in the district, as follows: Albert Dossman, Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy, custodian; Lisa Descant, Cottonport Elementary School, paraprofessional; Stephanie McGovern, Lafargue Elementary School, special education paraprofessional; Debra Lavalais, Marksville Elementary School, custodian; John Austin, Plaucheville Elementary School, custodian; Carmelettia Callihan, Riverside Elementary School, paraprofessional; Christy Dufour, Avoyelles High School, financial secretary; Linda Thomas, Bunkie High School, paraprofessional; Kristi Gaspard, Marksville High School, secretary; Wanda Ducote, LaSAS, custodian; and Cynthia Juneau, Central Office, Superintendent’s Secretary.
Assistant Superintendent Prater also announced the parish winners selected to represent the elementary and high schools as well as the central office, as follows: Lisa Descant, Cottonport Elementary School, paraprofessional; Kristi Gaspard, Marksville High School, secretary; and Cynthia Juneau, Central Office, Superintendent’s Secretary.
On behalf of the Board, President Michael Lacombe recognized the contribution of the Outstanding School Support Employees and thanked the employees for their dedication and service.
5. Mr. Howard Desselle, Citizen of Marksville, addressed the Board regarding the decrease in enrollment at the public schools as well as MFP funding that is lost when students leave the district.
6. Mr. Van Kojis, Chairman of the Finance Committee, presented the following report:
Finance Committee Report
May 12, 2015
The Finance Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at 4:30 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Van Kojis, Chairman; John Gagnard; Chris LaCour; Michael Lacombe, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Mr. Freeman Ford was absent. Also present were James Gauthier, Darrell Wiley, and Lizzie Ned, Board Members; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; and Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance.
1. Upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Chris LaCour, the Finance Committee approved requests for overnight travel as presented by Superintendent Dauzat. MOTION CARRIED.
2. Mrs. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, addressed the Finance Committee regarding employee health screening.
3. Mrs. Mary Bonnette discussed fiscal risk assessment with the Finance Committee.
4. Mrs. Mary Bonnette presented a report on workers’ compensation claims.
5. Mrs. Mary Bonnette presented a report of the bid-opening committee on insurance.
Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by John Gagnard, the Finance Committee recommended to award the bid to First Insurance/PCAL for an annual premium of $355,519 for general liability, automobile, and Board errors and omissions liability insurance. The committee agreed to accept this renewal based on a two-year agreement, beginning July 1, 2015. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by John Gagnard, the Finance Committee recommended to award the bid to First Insurance/Travelers Insurance Company for crime insurance for an annual premium of $4,350, beginning July 1, 2015. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Chris LaCour, the Finance Committee recommended to award the bid to Inland Marine Insurance for building and contents, equipment breakdown including terrorism with Affiliated FM for an annual premium of $196,612, beginning July 1, 2015. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Chris LaCour, the Finance Committee recommended to award the bid to State National Insurance Company for excess workers compensation insurance for an annual premium of $56,513. Also, the committee agreed to renew the self-insured bond for $3750 and renew the TPA contract with CAS for the same rates as the expiring contract for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2015. MOTION CARRIED.
6. Mrs. Mary Bonnette presented a report of the bid-opening committee on the annual financial audit, as follows:
Report of the Bid-Opening Committee
Audit for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2015
A committee met on April 21, 2015, at 1:30 p.m. consisting of Mr. Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent; Mrs. Jaimie Lacombe, Chief Accountant/Sales Tax Supervisor; Mrs. Susan Welch, Secondary Supervisor; and Mary Bonnette, Finance Director; for the purpose of opening bids for the annual financial audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015.
One bid was received from Ducote and Company, LLC for the following:
Audit: $29,500
Agreed-upon procedures: 8,500
Total $38,000
Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by John Gagnard, the Finance Committee recommended to accept the bid of Ducote and Company for the annual financial audit for year ending June 30, 2015 in the amount of $38,000. MOTION CARRIED.
7. Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by John Gagnard, the Finance Committee recommended to discuss the minutes of the Needs Assessment Committee Report. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by John Gagnard, the Finance Committee recommended to add the Needs Assessment Committee minutes to the agenda. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by John Gagnard, the Finance Committee recommended to approve the Needs Assessment Committee Report, as follows:
Needs Assessment Committee Report
May 12, 2015
The Needs Assessment Committee met on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at 3:30 p.m. at the School Board Office, with the following members present:
James Gauthier, John Gagnard, and Shelia Blackman-Dupas, Board Members; Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; and Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor.
Mrs. Mary Bonnette reviewed the 2014-2015 budget with the committee which provides for $83,092 per semester. (see attachment)
A motion was offered by John Gagnard, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, to approve the 2014-2015 budget as presented. MOTION CARRIED.
A request was made for Cottonport Elementary School to purchase cameras for school buses in the amount of $12,215. A motion was offered by Steve Marcotte and seconded by Mary Bonnette to deny the request and refer it to the Transportation Department.
Purchase Order Number 163
Upon motion by Steve Marcotte, seconded by Blaine Dauzat, the committee recommended to purchase a sound system at Lafargue Elementary School at a cost of $4,990.84. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 164
Upon motion by Mary Bonnette, seconded by Blaine Dauzat, the committee recommended to purchase a storage building at Marksville Elementary School at a cost of $4,295.00. MOTION CARRIED
Purchase Order Number 165
Upon motion by Shelia Blackman-Dupas seconded by John Gagnard, the committee recommended to replace the front door to the building of Riverside Elementary School up to the amount of $5,600.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by Steve Marcotte, seconded by Thelma Prater, the committee recommended to refer the window repairs to the maintenance department. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 166
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Steve Marcotte, the committee recommended to purchase security cameras for the main building for Riverside Elementary School in the amount of $2,518.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 167
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Mary Bonnette, the committee recommended to purchase security cameras for the exterior of Riverside Elementary School in the amount of $4,087.50. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 162
Upon motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the committee recommended to approve a request to purchase security cameras for Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy in the amount o $8,862.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 168
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Thelma Prater, the committee recommended to approve a request to purchase security cameras for Plaucheville Elementary School (Quote 6411) in the amount of $4,983.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 169
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Thelma Prater, the committee recommended to approve a request for security cameras for the interior of the building of Bunkie New Tech High School in the amount of $4,148.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 170
Upon motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the committee recommended to approve a request for security cameras to cover the exterior campus of LaSAS in the amount of $6,499.50. Funds for the cameras will be derived from their school base budget. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 171
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Thelma Prater, the committee recommended to approve a request for speakers to be purchased for Marksville High School’s stadium in the amount of $3,487.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 172
Upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the
committee recommended to approve a request to purchase a score board for Marksville High School in the amount of $5,998.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Thelma Prater, the committee recommended to deny a request for refinishing/repainting the gymnasium floor at Marksville High School. This request will be readdressed. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 173
Upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the committee recommended to purchase curtains for the Marksville High School auditorium, not to exceed the amount of $5,000.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 174
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Steve Marcotte, the committee recommended to purchase security cameras for the exterior of Plaucheville Elementary School in the amount of $4,378.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 175
Upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the committee recommended to approve a request for security cameras for Marksville High School in the amount of $12,370.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Purchase Order Number 176
Upon motion by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, seconded by James Gauthier, the committee recommended to approve a request to purchase security cameras for Avoyelles High School in the amount of $12,370.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Steve Marcotte, the committee denied a request for replacing the windows of the Home Economics building and the fascia board around the roof of the gymnasium at Avoyelles High School. These projects will be addressed by the maintenance department.
Upon motion by Blaine Dauzat, seconded by Steve Marcotte, the committee recommended to deny a request to remove the existing parking lot and move it to the opposite side of the football field at Avoyelles High School. The project will be reassessed due to the moving of the portable building. MOTION CARRIED.
There being no further business, upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the meeting was adjourned.
Thelma J. Prater
Assistant Superintendent
The Finance Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Van Kojis, Chairman
Finance Committee
On motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Chris LaCour, the Board adopted the Finance Committee Report as presented by Chairman Kojis. MOTION CARRIED.
7. Mr. James Gauthier, Chairman of the Building and Lands Committee, presented the following report:
Building and Lands Committee Report
May 12, 2015
The Building and Lands Committee met on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
James Gauthier, Chairman; Van Kojis; Darrell Wiley; Shelia Blackman-Dupas; Michael Lacombe, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Also present were Chris LaCour and John Gagnard, Board Members; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; and Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor.
1. Mr. Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor, presented an appraisal for the Simmesport School.
Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Darrell Wiley, the Building and Lands Committee recommended to accept the appraisal of the former Simmesport School and present to the Port Authority. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Chairman James Gauthier clarified Item Number 4 of the April 21, 2015 Building and Lands Committee Report and Board meeting minutes of May 5, 2015 regarding the amount to charge for Campsite Number 3-180. Mr. Gauthier stated that District Attorney Charles Riddle recommended that the Board charge $500.00 for the lease of Campsite Number 3-180.
Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Darrell Wiley, the Building and Lands Committee to accept the District Attorney’s recommendation to charge $500 for the lease of Campsite Number 3-180. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Building and Lands Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
James Gauthier, Chairman
Building and Lands Committee
On motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the Board adopted the Building and Lands Committee Report as presented by Chairman Gauthier. MOTION CARRIED.
8. Mr. Darrell Wiley, Chairman of the Executive Committee, presented the following report:
Executive Committee Report
May 26, 2015
The Executive Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met Tuesday, May 26, 2015, at 4:30 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Darrell Wiley, Chairman; John Gagnard; Lizzie Ned; Michael Lacombe, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Mr. Freeman Ford was absent. Also present were Chris LaCour, James Gauthier, and Van Kojis, Board Members; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; and Jenny Welch, Food Service Supervisor.
1. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat advised the Executive Committee that there is one (1) Corinne Saucier Scholarship available for a student in the public schools who will be attending Northwestern State University. Mr. Dauzat advised the committee that he was in receipt of one application from Andre’ Boyer, Jr., student at Marksville High School.
Upon motion by Lizzie Ned, seconded by John Gagnard, the Executive Committee recommended to award the Corinne Saucier Scholarship to Andre’ Boyer, Jr. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Mrs. Jenny Welch, Food Service Supervisor, presented a report regarding district-wide Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
On motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Lizzie Ned, the Finance Committee recommended to implement the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) district-wide. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat addressed the Executive Committee regarding the start time of committee meetings.
Upon motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Lizzie Ned, the Executive Committee recommended to schedule committee meetings beginning at 4:00 p.m. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Executive Committee respectfully requests the adoption of this report.
Darrell Wiley, Chairman
Executive Committee
On motion by Darrell Wiley, seconded by Van Kojis, the Board adopted Item 1 and Item 2 but tabled Item 3 of the Executive Committee Report as presented by Chairman Wiley. MOTION CARRIED.
9. Mrs. Lizzie Ned, Chairwoman of the Bus Committee, presented the following report:
Bus Committee Report
May 26, 2015
The Bus Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met Tuesday, May 26, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Lizzie Ned, Chairwoman; James Gauthier; Van Kojis; Chris LaCour; Michael Lacombe, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Also present were Darrell Wiley, Lizzie Ned, and John Gagnard, Board Members; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; and Brent Whiddon, Supervisor of Transportation.
1. Mr. Brent Whiddon, Supervisor of Transportation, presented a report on quotes for back-up cameras.
Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by James Gauthier, the Bus Committee recommended to install back-up cameras on the 10 new buses. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Mr. Brent Whiddon, Supervisor of Transportation, discussed schools’ start and release times.
Upon motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by James Gauthier, the Bus Committee recommended to table this matter until the next committee meeting. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Bus Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Lizzie Ned, Chairwoman
Bus Committee
On motion by Lizzie Ned, seconded by James Gauthier, the Board adopted the Bus Committee Report as presented by Chairwoman Lizzie Ned. MOTION CARRIED.
10. President Michael Lacombe addressed the Board regarding two Charter School applications. Ms. Kimberly Williams of New Millennium LLC, a consulting firm, presented their findings. She stated they recommend denial of Avoyelles Children’s Charter, but they recommend approval of Red River Charter Academy. Representatives from both Avoyelles Children’s Charter and Red River Charter Academy each presented plans for their schools and answered questions from Board Members and the general public. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat and several Board Members expressed concern about losing teachers from the public schools as well as MFP funding.
A motion was offered by Van Kojis, seconded by Lizzie Ned, that the Board accept New Millennium’s recommendation to deny Avoyelles Children’s Charter School’s application.
The motion was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Van Kojis, Lizzie Ned, Freeman Ford, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, Michael Lacombe, Darrell Wiley, and John Gagnard.
Nays: Chris LaCour and James Gauthier.
A motion was offered by Van Kojis, seconded by Freeman Ford, to not accept New Millennium’s recommendation to approve Red River Charter Academy’s application.
The motion was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Van Kojis, Freeman Ford, Michael Lacombe, Darrell Wiley, Lizzie Ned, and John Gagnard.
Nays: James Gauthier and Shelia Blackman-Dupas.
Abstained: Chris LaCour.
11. Mr. Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor, addressed the Board regarding final approval of the policy governing user permits on Section 16 lands.
On motion by Darrell Wiley, seconded by John Gagnard, the Board approved the requirement of user permits on Section 16 lands as previously discussed and agreed upon by the Board. MOTION CARRIED.
12. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat addressed the Board regarding the hiring of a desegregation specialist, as per the agreement between the Board, the federal government, and Mr. Allen Holmes, plaintiff.
A motion was made by James Gauthier, seconded by Van Kojis, that the Board grant Superintendent Blaine Dauzat the authority to hire Mr. Mike Johnson, attorney, for a period of three (3) years in the capacity of desegregation specialist.
The motion was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: James Gauthier, Van Kojis, Chris LaCour, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, Michael Lacombe, Darrell Wiley, Lizzie Ned, and John Gagnard.
Nays: Freeman Ford.
13. President Michael Lacombe stated that he was in receipt of a proposal from Mr. Randy Decuir, owner of the The Avoyelles Publishing Company, for the official journal of the Board for the period beginning July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Mr. Lacombe stated that Mr. Decuir submitted a proposal in the amount of $6 per square.
On motion by Lizzie Ned, seconded by John Gagnard, the Board named The Avoyelles Publishing Company as the official journal for the Board for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016 at a cost of $6 per square.
14. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat presented a listing of certificated teachers, by school, for the 2015-2016 school year, as follows:
Appointment of Certificated Teachers
For 2015-2016 School Year
BUNKIE ELEMENTARY LEARNING ACADEMY: Amy Cole, Principal; Althea Dupar, Assistant Principal; Sarah Armand, Valerie Bandy, Janet Bledsoe, Patti Riche, Michelle Spikes, Debbie Bubenzer, Hollie Torres, Kenneth Ford, Chrissy P. Grayson, Jessica Juneau, Shannon Descant, Brandi Bubenzer, Ilene Murdock, Margaret Brasseaux, and Marilyn Alletag.
COTTONPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Wendy Adams, Principal; Jessica B. Gauthier, Assistant Principal; Amy M. Adams, Lindsey Bertrand, Adrienne Brouillette, Alicia Brown, Jessica L. Chatelain, Ashley Ducote, Nicole M. Gagnard, Cicely Johnson, Pam Laborde, Laurie Lonidier, Shirley Mamou, Lisa B. Breaux, Sheila Saucier, Nick Joffrion, Robin Jouglard, Andre Spruill, Vickie Mayeux, Linda Carpenter, Michelle Ciudadano, Emmanuel Enclona, Leslie Schexnayder, and Bradley Moreau.
LAFARGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Sharice Sullivan, Principal; Anita Bonnette, Assistant Principal; Millicent Bonnette, Sarah Bordelon, Stephanie Bordelon, Valerie Bordelon, Sheterica Bradley, Olivia Clouse, Jessica Dauzat, Connie D. Ducote, Casey L. Dupuis, Margaret Garnett, Michelle G. Gauthier, Chantelle Hataway, Katie Hill, Karen Laborde, Jennifer Nicholas, Sheryl Parker, Julie Ryland, Terri Shannon, Karen Skursky, Philip J. Timothy, Lisa Turner, Nina Williams, Robin Williber, Brittany Beaubouef, Christy Guillot, Caitlin G. Pitre, Krystle Reynaud, Rose Roy, Denton Spinks, Steve Turner, Kelley A. Juneau, Paula Scanlan, Linda Gagnard, Gale Littleton, Kayla Laborde, Susan Littleton, Brenda Matkin, Jennifer Harper, Jennifer Franks, Shaun Reynaud, and Roxanne L. Couvillion.
MARKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Cindy Schaub, Principal; Shalonda W. Berry, Assistant Principal; Felicia Armand, Julie G. Barbry, Stacey N. Baudin, Ashley L. Dubea, Stacey Duncan, Brandy B. Dupont, Wanda Ford, Virginia A. Gauthier, Samantha C. LeCroy, Kristy L. Lonidier, Judy Mathews, Michele Mayeux, Elizabeth McSween, Maggi Pepiton, Jennifer Sabree, Mary H. Tassin, Linda Voinche, Torianno Robertson, Nikki V. Guidry, Brandi Lacombe, Rachel Miles, Quintin Demouy, Lisa B. Laborde,Tammy Tassin, Simone Voinche, Lori Boudreaux, Judith Davis, Angie Champ, Teodocia Magday, Jacquelyn Starns, Stacy Bordelon, Kate D. Borrel, Allyson Moreau, and Chris Dupuy.
PLAUCHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Tonenikea Wilson, Principal; Sara S. Venable, Assistant Principal; Sheila Aymond, Carolyn M. Barbre, Stephanie Belanger, Micah Bordelon, Nicole S. Carter, Kathleen M. Couvillion, Sarah B. Dupont, Casey Foret, Lindsay Gremillion, Kristen Hukins, Claudine Jackson, Chrissie Jeansonne, Nettie D. Jeansonne, Erin Lacour, Kallie E. Lemoine, Kara Lemoine, Kristin Lemoine, Samantha Mire, Michel Morgan, Tiffany Rabalais, Bailey N. Vincent, Pamela Rabalais, Sara G. Wallace, Angela Pastor, Vicki Dufour, Lisa Deshautelle, Roxanne Lemoine, Patricia Rebouche, Amber L. Andrus, and Gwen Descant.
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Delores Rabalais, Principal; Monique Gaspard, Assistant Principal; Kim Adams, Mary Allen, Ginger Gremillion, Kellie Guilbeau, Maxine Mury, Contina A. Pierite, Sarah Reech, Barbara Vead, Brandy Lawson, Keithca J. Callihan, William Beebe, Sherry N. Reech, Susan Bordelon, Yvonne Saucier, Wanda Brown, Aimee B. Moreau, and Alis P. Chaudoir.
AVOYELLES HIGH SCHOOL: Michael Rachal, Principal; Jennifer Dismer, Assistant Principal; Eric Dauzat, Assistant Principal; Scott Balius, Rene Bell, Andrew Boone, Kaitlyn M. Glorioso,Caneshia Jacob, M. Kathi Lemoine, Mark Wellman, Matt Deshotel, Tanishia Tinson, Anne Lemoine, Kelsey Osman, Jimmy Harrison, Ashley Dubroc, Jodie Melancon, Samantha Roy, Eugenia Desselle, Kathy L. Lemoine, Pat Joffrion, Tambra Barbre, and Travis Armand.
BUNKIE NEW TECH HIGH SCHOOL: David Moreau, Principal; Laura Hargis, Assistant Principal; William Bryant Bell, Elizabeth Dickens, Leta Flecher, Danielle Frazier, Tonya Gauna, Melissa Higgnbotham, Sydney Lemoine, Mary Marcotte, Perla Pagan, Nicholas Pujol, Bruce Webb, Randy Ducote (part-time, 2 blocks), Carla M. Moreau, Jacqueline Murdock, Chantelle Blankenship, Chuck Normand, Kristy Dauzat, Richard Bottini, George Mitchell, and Jill J. Tassin
LOUISIANA SCHOOL FOR THE AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES: Dexter Compton, Principal; Dawn Pitre, Assistant Principal; Carolyn Roy Aranyosi, Jeremy Bonnette, Ward Bordelon, Krysten Cannatella, Rene Corley, Julie Humble, Liza Jacobs, Kristie Parker, Amy Pitre, William Williber, Michelle Roy, Robin Moreau, Brent Deshautelle, Deborah Gaspard, Dawn Pitre, and Mary Jackson.
MARKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL: Marvin Hall, Principal; Roxana L. Butler, Assistant Principal; Frank Palermo, Assistant Principal; Tina Anderson, Timberly Deville, John T. Dunbar, Judd Dupuy, John Hill, Minnie Lafargue, Mia C. Lamkin, Jonathan Landry, Heath Lewis, Christine Lyles, Jeremy Mayeux, Courtney E. Shivers, Melody Stagg, Sabrini Washington, Richard M. Lofton, Shantella Barton, James Deshautelle, Felice Edwards, Sheri Bourgeois, Sarah M. Dupont, Chariss Stevenson, Kirby Roy, Leigh C. Fryery, Anthony Augustine, Rochelle Baldoz, and Ritzell A. Veade.
AVOYELLES PARISH PUPIL APPRAISAL CENTER: Angela Franks, Lisa Hebert, Sherrie Hodnett, Aimee C. Hayes, Penny Hale, Deanna Wright, Catherine Lemoine, Susan O’Brien, Tammy Lemoine, Lillie D. Armand, Mary Pujol, Jenifer J. Ryan, Ava Hernandez, Barbara Loukadakis, Monique Mayeux, Vickie Michel, Teresa Rubino, Karen Marquardt, and Kathleen M. Rabalais.
MEDIA CENTER: Luke Welch, SIS/JPAMS Coordinator; Francine Sons, Mobile Classroom Teacher; and Kristi R. Bordelon, Technology Facilitator.
ADULT EDUCATION COORDINATOR: Lisa Thevenot.
TITLE XX SCHOOL NURSES: Louanne Bain, Christina Coco, Naomi L. Clark, Victoria D. Ford, Scarlet Scallan,Tammy LaCombe, and Cheyenne Bordelon.
AVOYELLES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD CENTRAL OFFICE: Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent of Schools; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; Celeste Voinche, Supervisor of Elementary Education; Susan Welch, Supervisor of Secondary Education; Debbie C. Bain, Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance; Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor; Brent Whiddon, Supervisor of Transportation; Jennifer B. Welch, Supervisor of Food Service; Irma Andress, Director of Federal Programs; Demetria Alexander, Supervisor; Rebecca Spencer, Tech/CLU Coordinator; Wendy Marchand, Data Instructional Coordinator; Karen L. Williams, Supervisor of Special Services; Errol Laborde, and Computer System Specialist.
15. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat presented personnel changes for the Board’s review, as follows:
PERSONNEL CHANGES
BUNKIE ELEMENTARY LEARNING ACADEMY: Transfer/appointment of Amy Cole, from Principal on Assignment to Principal, effective May 18, 2015 through May 17, 2017; Transfer/appointment of Althea Dupar, Assistant Principal, from Riverside Elementary School, effective July 22, 2015 through July 21, 2017; Resignation of Doris S. Leary, (retired) teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015; Resignation of Diana L. Sheppard, (retired) teacher, effective May 21, 2015; Resignation of Mildred Jackson, (retired) teacher, effective May 21, 2015; Resignation of Josie H. Green, (retired) teacher, effective May 21, 2015; Resignation of Peggy Joshua, (retired) teacher, effective May 21, 2015; Resignation of Shelia Waddy, teacher, effective May 21, 2015, for the purpose of retirement; and Resignation of Debra P. Bubenzer, Instructional Coach, effective at the end of the day July 4, 2015, for the purpose of retirement.
COTTONPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Resignation of Lontage D. Woods, teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015; and Resignation of Sandra Smith, (retired) teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015.
LAFARGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Appointment of Sharice Sullivan, Principal, effective June 1, 2015 through May 31, 2017, replacing Denise Sayes who retired; and Transfer/appointment of Anita Bonnette, Assistant Principal, effective July 22, 2015 through July 21, 2017.
MARKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Resignation of Judith Davis, Instructional Coach, effective at the end of the day September 15, 2015, for the purpose of retirement; Resignation of Robyn Desotell, teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015; and Resignation of Gail Harvey, (retired) teacher, effective at the end of day May 21, 2015.
PLAUCHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Renewal of an administrative contract for Tonenikea Wilson, Principal, effective July 10, 2015 through July 9, 2017; Renewal of an administrative contract for Sara Venable, Assistant Principal, effective July 26, 2015 through July 25, 2017; and Resignation of Marie Quebedeaux, paraprofessional, effective May 22, 2015, for the purpose of retirement.
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Transfer/appointment of Monique Gaspard, Assistant Principal, from LaSAS, effective July 22, 2015 through July 21, 2017; and Resignation of Lauren Hyman, teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015.
AVOYELLES HIGH SCHOOL: Appointment of Michael Rachal, from Acting Principal to Principal, effective May 18, 2015 through May 17, 2017; Appointment of Eric Dauzat, Assistant Principal, effective May 18, 2015 through May 17, 2017; Resignation of Janine S. Mury, (retired) teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015; Resignation of Jimmy Harrison, teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015; and Change in date of resignation for Alyssa Anderson, teacher, effective August 3, 2015.
LOUISIANA SCHOOL FOR THE AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES: Transfer/appointment of Dexter Compton, Principal, from Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy, effective June 1, 2015 through May 31, 2017; Appointment of Dawn Pitre, Assistant Principal, effective July 22, 2015 through July 21, 2017; and Resignation of Kendall Ryland (retired) teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015.
BUNKIE NEW TECH HIGH SCHOOL: Resignation of Edna Dauzat, bus attendant, effective at the end of the day September 30, 2015, for the purpose of retirement.
MARKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL: Resignation of Queen Alexander, (retired) teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015.
AVOYELLES PARISH PUPIL APPRAISAL CENTER: Resignation of Ronald J. Roy, (retired) teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015.
ADDENDUM(S)
6/1/2015
LAFARGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Resignation of Olivia Clouse, teacher, effective at the end of the day May 21, 2015.
16. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat presented an update report to the Board. He stated that summer school is now in its second week and is being held in two schools in the parish. He also announced that an audit was recently performed on the special education department, and the findings indicated that all requirements set forth by the state under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) were being met. Lastly, he stated that school performance scores cannot be projected at this time due to the state not releasing PARCC test scores until late fall. Also, the Teacher Leaders Summit will begin this week. President Michael Lacombe reminded all Board Members that the Southern Region Leadership Conference will be held in Biloxi, MS, on July 19-21, 2015, and those who attend will receive ten and a half (10.5) hours of continuing education credit.
There being no further business, on motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Darrell Wiley, the meeting was adjourned.
AVOYELLES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
MICHAEL LACOMBE, President
BLAINE DAUZAT, Secretary-Treasurer