SCHOOL BOARD PROCEEDINGS
The Avoyelles Parish School Board met in regular session Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
John Gagnard, President; Michael Lacombe, Vice-President; Jeralyn Young, Darrell Wiley, Chris LaCour, James Gauthier, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, Lizzie Ned, and Van Kojis.
Absent: None.
An Invocation was offered by Board Member Van Kojis.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America led by Board Member James Gauthier.
1. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat recognized summer school graduates for 2018, as follows:
Breanna James, Avoyelles High School; and Janea D. Cook, Kayla Jacob, and Jessie Kelly, Marksville High School.
2. On motion by Michael Lacombe, seconded by Lizzie Ned, the Board adopted the minutes of the regular Board meeting held Tuesday, July 3, 2018, as printed and mailed to Board members and published in The Weekly News, official journal of the Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. President John Gagnard read a resolution of respect to the late Susan N. Riddle, former teacher.
On motion by John Gagnard, seconded by Chris LaCour, the Board adopted the resolution of respect to the late Susan N. Riddle. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat announced that all staff and teachers reported to school today and will continue with staff development tomorrow. All students will begin the 2018-19 school year on Thursday, August 9.
5. Resolution by Chris LaCour, seconded by Van Kojis:
Be It Resolved, that the following millage(s) are hereby levied on the 2018 tax roll on all property subject to taxation by the Avoyelles Parish School Board:
Constitutional Tax 3.62 mills
Operational and Maintenance Tax 5.00 mills
Special Maintenance Tax 5.00 mills
Salary Tax 10 mills
Be It Further Resolved that the proper administrative officials of the Parish of Avoyelles, State of Louisiana, be and they are hereby empowered, authorized, and directed to spread said taxes, as hereinabove set forth, upon the assessment roll of said parish for the year 2018, and to make the collection of taxes imposed for and on behalf of the taxing authority, according to law, and that the taxes herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all property subject to taxation as herein set forth, and collection thereof shall be enforceable in the manner provided by law.
The foregoing resolution was read in full, the roll was called on the adoption thereof, and the resolution was adopted by the following votes:
Ayes: Jeralyn Young, Darrell Wiley, James Gauthier Chris LaCour, John Gagnard, Michael Lacombe, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, Van Kojis, and Lizzie Ned.
Nays: None.
Abstained: None.
Absent: None.
6. Mrs. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, reported that a public hearing was held on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, at 4:00 p.m. to review 2018 millages as well as the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018.
Present for the hearing were John Gagnard, President; Michael Lacombe, Vice-President; Darrell Wiley, James Gauthier, Van Kojis, and Chris LaCour, Board Members; Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent; and Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance.
On motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Darrell Wiley, the Board adopted the 2018-2019 Consolidated Budget. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
(2018-2019 Total Operating Budget by Function)
7. Mr. Van Kojis, Chairman of the Finance Committee, presented the following report:
Finance Committee Report
July 17, 2018
The Finance Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at 4:00 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Van Kojis, Chairman; James Gauthier, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, John Gagnard, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Mr. Chris LaCour was absent. Also present were Jeralyn Young, Darrell Wiley, Lizzie Ned, and Michael Lacombe, Board Members; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; Jaimie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor; Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor; and other central office supervisors.
1. Mrs. Jaimie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor, presented the sales tax report for the month of June, 2018. Mrs. Lacombe stated that sales tax revenues for the month totaled $672,011.91. She stated that of this amount, the 1.5% sales tax generated $384,006.87, the 0.25% sales tax generated $96,001.61, and the building maintenance fund generated $192,003.43.
2. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat presented the monthly maintenance report for the month of June, as follows:
(1) All Seasons Pressure Washing, $9,150.00, pressure washing school buildings, Marksville High School;
(2) Bordelon Electric, LLC, $10,205.00, repairs, Riverside Elementary School.
3. On motion by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, seconded by John Gagnard, the Finance Committee recommended to provide $250.00 to William Gaspard, student at LaSAS, to attend the Base Camp Training Program and the joint Louisiana/Mississippi/Alabama Checkpoint training. (William has recently been elected State FFA Vice-President for District 3.) MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. Mrs. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, presented a bid-opening report for fiscal agent of the Board.
On motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the Finance Committee recommended to award the bid to Capital One Bank. The motion was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: James Gauthier, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, and John Gagnard. Nays: None. Abstained: Van Kojis.
5. Mrs. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, reviewed the 2018-2019 Consolidated Budget.
6. Mrs. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, addressed the Finance Committee regarding the financial auditor for 2017-2018.
Upon motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the Finance Committee recommended to award the bid to Kolder, Slaven, and Company, LLC (Certified Public Accountants) for the 2017-2018 financial audit, as follows:
Audit Fee ------------------------------ $31,500
AUP Performance Measures -------- 7,500
New LLA AUP Procedures --------- 9,500
Total ------------------------------------ $48,500
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 UNANIMOUSLY.
8. Mr. James Gauthier, Chairman of the Education Committee, presented the following report:
Education Committee Report
July 17, 2018
The Education Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at 4:30 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
James Gauthier, Chairman; Darrell Wiley, Lizzie Ned, John Gagnard, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Mr. Chris LaCour was absent. Also present were Jeralyn Young, Michael Lacombe, Shelia Blackman-Dupas, and Van Kojis, Board Members; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; Celeste Voinche, Supervisor of Elementary Education; and Dexter Compton, Supervisor of Secondary Education.
1. Mrs. Celeste Voinche, Supervisor of Elementary Education, presented a recap of the Summer Reading Program.
No action necessary.
2. Mr. Dexter Compton, Supervisor of Secondary Education, addressed the Education Committee regarding the Summer Jump Start Initiative.
No action necessary.
3. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat presented a report on the Administrators’ Retreat.
No action necessary.
4. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat presented an overview of test scores.
No action necessary.
The Education Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
James Gauthier, Chairman
Education Committee
On motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Darrell Wiley, the Board adopted the Education Committee Report as presented by Chairman Gauthier. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
9. Mr. Michael Lacombe, Chairman of the Building and Lands Committee, presented the following report:
Building and Lands Committee Report
July 17, 2018
The Building and Lands Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at approximately 5:00 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Michael Lacombe, Chairman; Jeralyn Young, Darrell Wiley, Van Kojis, John Gagnard, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Also present were James Gauthier and Lizzie Ned, Board Members; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; and Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor.
1. Ms. Georgianna Kendall, citizen of Marksville, addressed the Building and Lands Committee regarding a request to name the Marksville High School Gymnasium after the late Ms. Jackie Small, beloved coach and teacher.
Upon motion by Darrell Wiley, seconded by Jeralyn Young, the Building and Lands Committee recommended to name the Marksville High School Gymnasium after Ms. Jackie Small (Jackie A. Small Memorial Gymnasium). MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Ms. Bridgett Joffrion, Realtor, presented an update report.
Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Darrell Wiley, the Building and Lands Committee recommended to have a new appraisal done on the exact parts of Bunkie Middle School which the George Washington Carver Community Center, Incorporatd wants to buy. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Ms. Linda Thomas of Bunkie, addressed the Building and Lands Committee regarding the purchase of the Bunkie Middle School Cafeteria.
Upon motion by Darrell Wiley, seconded by John Gagnard, the Building and Lands Committee recommended to have a new appraisal and survey done on the exact parts of the Bunkie Middle School gymnasium and campus that Kingdom of Life wants to buy. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. The Building and Lands Committee discussed Section 16 lands.
The committee did not take any action on this matter.
The Building and Lands Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Michael Lacombe, Chairman
Building and Lands Committee
On motion by Michael Lacombe, seconded by Van Kojis, the Board adopted the Building and Lands Committee Report as presented by Chairman Lacombe. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
10. Mr. Chris LaCour, Chairman of the Bus Committee, presented the following report:
Bus Committee Report
July 31, 2018
The Bus Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at 4:00 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Chris LaCour, Chairman; Michael Lacombe, Lizzie Ned, James Gauthier, John Gagnard, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Also present were Jeralyn Young, Darrell Wiley, and Van Kojis, Board Members; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; and Becky Spencer, Tech Coordinator.
1. Committee member Michael Lacombe presented an update of bus incident reports. Mr. Lacombe stated that there were no accidents to report.
The Bus Committee did not take any action on this matter.
The Bus Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Chris LaCour, Chairman
Bus Committee
On motion by Chris LaCour, seconded by Lizzie Ned, the Board adopted the Bus Committee Report as presented by Chairman LaCour. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
11. Mr. Darrell Wiley, Chairman of the Executive Committee, presented the following report:
Executive Committee Report
July 31, 2018
The Executive Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at approximately 4:15 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Darrell Wiley, Chairman; Jeralyn Young, Van Kojis, John Gagnard, President; and Blaine Dauzat, Superintendent. Mrs. Shelia Blackman-Dupas was absent. Also present were James Gauthier, Chris LaCour, Lizzie Ned, and Michael Lacombe, Board Members; Thelma Prater, Assistant Superintendent; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; Celeste Voinche, Supervisor of Elementary Education; Dawn Pitre, Supervisor of Special Services; Dexter Compton, Supervisor of Secondary Education; and Becky Spencer, Tech Coordinator.
1. Mrs. Becky Spencer, Technology Coordinator, presented the 2018-2019 District Homeless Dispute Resolution Policy for the committee’s consideration.
Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by John Gagnard, the Executive Committee recommended to approve the 2018-2019 District Homeless Dispute Resolution Policy. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Upon motion by Jeralyn Young, seconded by Van Kojis, the Executive Committee recommended to approve a contract for professional or technical services by and between Spalding Education International and the Avoyelles Parish School Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Jeralyn Young, the Executive Committee recommended to approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by the City of Baker and the Avoyelles Parish School Board relative to funds provided by the Striving Readers Comprehensive Literacy (SRCL) Program for Content Leaders training and, if applicable, the purchase of Tier 1 curriculum and professional development. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. Mrs. Dawn Pitre, Supervisor of Special Services, presented revisions to the Epi Pen Policy.
Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Jeralyn Young, the Executive Committee recommended to table this matter and bring it to the full Board at its August 7, 2018, meeting. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
5. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat requested approval for Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation to participate in the Industrial Tax Exemption Program at Mansura, Louisiana.
A Resolution of the Avoyelles Parish School Board approving Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation for participation in the Industrial Tax Exemption Program at Mansura, Louisiana.
Resolution by Van Kojis, seconded by Jeralyn Young:
WHEREAS, Article 7, Section 21(F) of the Louisiana Constitution provides for the Board of Commerce and Industry (“BCI”), with the approval of the Governor, to approve contracts for the exemption of ad valorem taxes of a new manufacturing establishment or an addition to an existing manufacturing establishment, on such terms and conditions as the board, with the approval of the Governor, deems in the best interest of the State; and
WHEREAS, Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation has applied for an Industrial Tax Exemption (“ITE”) and seeks approval of the BCI and the Governor for a contract granting that exemption; and
WHEREAS, Governor Edwards, through Executive Order JBE 16-26 has set forth the conditions for his approval of ITE contracts, and affirmed that those conditions are in the best interest of the State of Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, Executive Order JBE 16-26 provides that ITE contracts should be premised upon job and payroll creation at new or expanded manufacturing plants or establishments, or upon showing that investment in construction/modernization of the facility represents a compelling basis for retention of jobs and that the percentage of exemption from ad valorem taxes, and length of the contract for such exemption, may vary depending upon the nature of the project and its economic development benefit in accordance with guidance received from the Secretary of Economic Development and concurred in by the appropriate parish and/or municipal council, school board, and sheriff; and
WHEREAS, Executive Order JBE 16-26 mandates each exemption contract approved by the Governor shall include as Exhibit “A” a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement for the ITE between the State of Louisiana, the Louisiana Department of Economic Development, and the applicant for the ITE contract, which provides for the creation or retention of jobs, and provides for the exercise of the option in the Louisiana Constitution for the term or percentage of the parish ad valorem tax exemption granted in the contract, and provides for the reduction or loss of the exemption based upon the applicant’s compliance with the contract.
WHEREAS, Executive Order JBE 16-26 further requires that this school board, together with the other required local governmental entities signify consent to the terms of the exemption by resolution and the Sheriff of this parish shall signify consent to the terms of the exemption by letter. Executive Order JBE 16-26 further provides the resolutions shall be attached as Exhibit “B” to the ITE contract between the BCI and Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation; and
WHEREAS, Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation and the Louisiana Department of Economic Development have advised that certain terms and conditions forming Exhibit “A” to the Industrial Tax Exemption Contract pending approval form the Louisiana Board of Commerce and Industry have been reached and have conveyed the same to this school board, and thus this matter is now ready for a determination of approval of this school board as required by Executive Order JBE 16-26.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, upon consideration of the foregoing and the public discussion held this day, that this school board finds that Keroteset Manufacturing Corporation has presented compelling evidence that as a result of the investment for which the exemption is sought, it will retain 50 manufacturing jobs if this exemption is granted, approves the terms of the Industrial Tax Exemption contract based on the inclusion of the following terms and conditions into Exhibit “A” (the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement) between the State of Louisiana, the Louisiana Department of Economic Development, and Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation to the Industrial Tax Exemption contract between the Board of Commerce and Industry and Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation with respect to its manufacturing plant located at Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana:
50 Retained Direct Jobs at the Manufacturing Establishment
$5.5 million payroll
(A) Term of Exemption Contract: 8 years at 80% subject to renewal for 0 years at _________% (Maximum of initial term of 80% exemption for up to 8 years and renewal of 0% for up to 3 years)
Documentation of the investment and yearly review of employment and payroll provided that a greater than 10% reduction of jobs or payroll may result in reconsideration of the terms of the exemption including the opportunity to renew the initial five-year exemption under the terms provided above.
The Avoyelles Parish School Board further authorizes the Louisiana Department of Economic Development, on behalf of the Board of Commerce and Industry, to include this resolution in Exhibit “B” to the Industrial Tax Exemption Contract between the Board of Commerce and Industry and Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation.
THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by this school board, that a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Board of Commerce and Industry and the Louisiana Department of Economic Development. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
6. Mrs. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, presented Athletic Staffing Policies and Job Descriptions for the committee’s approval.
Upon motion by Jeralyn Young, seconded by Van Kojis, the Executive Committee recommended to approve the Athletic Staffing Policies and Job Descriptions along with the new Network Administrators’ salary schedule. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. The Executive Committee discussed payment for legal services for the District Attorney’s office.
The Executive Committee did not take any action on this matter.
8. Ms. Debbie Bain, Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance, addressed the Executive committee regarding amending the 2018-2019 School Calendar to move the Veterans’ Day Holiday from November 9 to November 12, 2018.
Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Jeralyn Young, the Executive Committee recommended to amend the 2018-2019 School Calendar to move the Veterans’ Day Holiday from November 9 to November 12, 2018. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
9. Upon motion by Jeralyn Young, seconded by Van Kojis, the Executive Committee recommended to approve a policy submitted by Mr. James Prescott, Jr. of Forethought Consulting, Incorporated, as follows: File: JCDB - Student Dress Code. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
10. Upon motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Jeralyn Young, the Executive Committee recommended to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Career Compass of Louisiana and the Avoyelles Parish School Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Executive Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Darrell Wiley, Chairman
Executive Committee
Discussion ensued regarding Item Number 4 and Item Number 5 of the Executive Committee report.
In light of information gathered regarding Item Number 4, there will be no revisions made to the current Epi Pen Policy.
On motion by Van Kojis, seconded by Jeralyn Young, the resolution in Item Number 5 regarding Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation’s tax exemption participation is to be amended to comply with the Louisiana State Governor’s terms per state statutes as discussed. This motion was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: John Gagnard, Michael Lacombe, Jeralyn Young, Darrell Wiley, Chris LaCour, James Gauthier, Lizzie Ned, and Van Kojis. Nays: Shelia Blackman-Dupas.
A motion was made by Darrell Wiley, seconded by Chris LaCour, that the Board adopt the Executive Committee Report as amended. The motion was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: John Gagnard, Michael Lacombe, Jeralyn Young, Darrell Wiley, Chris LaCour, James Gauthier, Lizzie Ned, and Van Kojis. Nays: Shelia Blackman-Dupas.
12. Board Member Michael Lacombe addressed the Board regarding Section 16 lands. An offer has been made by a retired game warden to become a Range Rider to patrol the Board’s Section 16 lands to enforce the use of permits. Discussion ensued regarding amount of pay, equipment, hours to be worked, insurance, other persons who may be interested in this position, etc. Board members agreed that something needs to be done soon in order to maximize enforcement and lease revenues. Assistant District Attorney Anthony Salario confirmed that the District Attorney’s recommendation is to hire a Range Rider due to the fact that the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will not pursue permit violations as a primary offense.
A motion was made by Van Kojis, seconded by Michael Lacombe, that the Board hire Mr. Jay Callegari as Range Rider. The motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Van Kojis, Michael Lacombe, Darrell Wiley, and John Gagnard.
Nays: Jeralyn Young, Chris LaCour, James Gauthier, and Shelia Blackman-Dupas.
Abstained: Lizzie Ned.
13. Assistant Superintendent Thelma presented personnel changes for the Board’s review, as follows:
PERSONNEL CHANGES
BUNKIE ELEMENTARY LEARNING ACADEMY: Change in funding source for Margaret Brasseaux, speech pathologist, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019 (72% general fund and 28% IDEA-B); Appointment of Candice L. Hardy, teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Appointment of Marcie A. Carmouche, teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through September 7, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Carolyn Mosley, paraprofessional, from school base budget to Title I Pre-K, effective August 7, 2018; Appointment of Connie Lee, Title I paraprofessional, effective August 7, 2018; Appointment of Chantelle Guillot, bus driver, effective August 7, 2018, replacing Dana Brouillette; Resignation of Michelle Spikes, teacher, effective August 3, 2018; Resignation of Hollie Torres, teacher, effective August 1, 2018; Resignation of Mari Smith, teacher, effective August 1, 2018; and Resignation of Marquis Hawkins, bus driver, effective August 1, 2018.
COTTONPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Transfer/appointment of Monique Gaspard, Assistant Principal, from Riverside Elementary School, effective July 24, 2018 through June 7, 2020; Transfer/appointment of Nicole Lowery, paraprofessional, from school base budget to Title I, effective August 7, 2018; Appointment of Vanessa C. Lemoine, food service technician, effective August 7, 2018, replacing Corrie Wilson; Transfer/appointment of Joanna Ford, bus driver, from Lafargue Elementary School, effective August 7, 2018, replacing Billy Laird who resigned; and Resignation of Vickie Mayeux, teacher, effective at the end of the day October 2, 2018, for the purpose of retirement.
LAFARGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Transfer/appointment of Christy Guillot, teacher, from first grade teacher to Kindergarten teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Appointment of Kelsey D. Powell, (TAT) teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; Appointment of Shaun J. Reynaud, Assistant Principal, effective July 24, 2018 through June 7, 2020; Transfer/appointment of Gabre Williams, teacher, from CSR/Title I to school base budget, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Transfer/appointment of Holly Bordelon, teacher, from school base budget to CSR/Title I, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Transfer/
appointment of Heather Hamilton, teacher, from Kindergarten to regular classroom, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Appointment of Hollie Torres, Kindergarten teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Transfer/appointment of Dinika Nelson, paraprofessional, from school base budget to Title I, effective August 7, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Melissa Wiley, food service manager, from Marksville High School, effective August 7, 2018; Appointment of Sandra L. Jones, food service technician, effective August 7, 2018, replacing Gloria Andrews who resigned; Transfer/appointment of Dana Brouillette, bus driver, from BELA, effective August 7, 2018, replacing Joanna Ford; and Resignation of Millicent Dauzat, teacher, effective August 1, 2018.
MARKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Transfer/appointment of Verna Johnson, teacher, from severe profound special education to regular education, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Transfer/appointment of Julie Barbry, teacher, from regular education to severe profound special education, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Appointment of Sarah M. Troncale, CSR teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Appointment of Ronisha M. Coppage, (TAT) teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; Change in teaching assignment for Lauren G. Flook, (TAT) from fifth grade to kindergarten teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Vida James, paraprofessional, from school base budget to Title I, effective August 7, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Faye Cottrell, paraprofessional, from Pre-K to regular school base budget, effective August 7, 2018; and Change in funding source for Jessica Gauthier, paraprofessional, effective August 7, 2018, from school base budget to 8 (g) Pre-K.
PLAUCHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Transfer/appointment of Kay Lewis, paraprofessional, from school base budget to Title I, effective August 7, 2018; Resignation of Valerie Chesne, teacher, effective July 16, 2018; and Resignation of Maggi M. Pepiton, teacher, effective August 1, 2018.
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Appointment of Sarah Reech, Assistant Principal, effective July 24, 2018 through June 7, 2020; Transfer/appointment of Maxine Mury, teacher, from school base budget to Title I CSR, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Resignation of Aimee B. Moreau, speech pathologist, effective August 2, 2018; Appointment of Romaro D. Turner, In-School Suspension paraprofessional, effective August 7, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Dana Dixon, paraprofessional, from school base budget to Title I, effective August 7, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Victoria Williams, paraprofessional, from special education to school base budget, effective August 7, 2018 and Resignation of Frederick R. Harrell, bus driver, effective at the end of the day May 24, 2018, for the purpose of retirement.
AVOYELLES HIGH SCHOOL: Appointment of Lyndsey M. Roy, (TAT) teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Sara Venable, from Assistant Principal at Cottonport Elementary School to guidance counselor, effective July 24, 2018 through June 7, 2019; Transfer/appointment of Carrie A. Kimble, teacher, from Riverside Elementary School, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; Resignation of Janine Mury, teacher, effective May 24, 2018; and Resignation of Gail H. Parker, bus driver, effective October 4, 2018, for the purpose of retirement.
BUNKIE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL: Appointment of Amanda C. Fontenot, teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Appointment of McKenzie M. Bienvenu, (TAT) teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; and Resignation of Perla Pagan, teacher, effective at the end of the day August 1, 2018.
LOUISIANA SCHOOL FOR THE AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES: Appointment of Tracy M. Armand, teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Transfer/appointment of Samantha Roy, guidance counselor, from Avoyelles High School, effective July 24, 2018 through June 7, 2019; Resignation of Cheyenne Guillory, teacher, effective at the end of the day August 1, 2018; Resignation of Brent Deshautelle, agriculture teacher, effective October 13, 2018, for the purpose of retirement; and Resignation of Brandi Hanson, teacher, effective August 3, 2018.
MARKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL: Appointment of Brent A. Barbre, (TAT) teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; Appointment of Alana M. Pate, teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018; Appointment of Tiffany B. Vidrine, teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through September 7, 2018; Transfer/appointment of Jonathan Landry, teacher, from Journey to Careers to JAG, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Transfer/appointment of Devin A. Tipton, teacher to First Responder/Medical Terminology, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018, replacing Brandon Horne who resigned; Transfer/appointment of Bernadine Dauzat, food service technician, from Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy, effective August 7, 2018; Resignation of Melvin Trent Young, teacher, effective August 1, 2018; Resignation of Corey Bannister, teacher, effective August 1, 2018; Resignation of Brandon G. Horne, teacher, effective August 1, 2018; and Resignation of Jeffery J. Broussard, custodian, effective at the end of the day September 28, 2018, for the purpose of retirement.
AVOYELLES PARISH PUPIL APPRAISAL CENTER: Change in funding source for Lindsay Gremillion, visually impaired teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019 to 75% general fund and 25% IDEA-B;Change in funding source for Gwen Descant, Speech Therapist, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019 to 100% general fund; Change in funding source for Lillie Armand, Speech Pathologist, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019 to100% IDEA-B; Change in funding source for Barbara Loukadakis, social worker, effective July 24, 2018 through June 7, 2019 from IDEA-B to 100% general fund.
ADDENDUM(S)
8/7/2018
BUNKIE ELEMENTARY LEARNING ACADEMY: Appointment of Casie B. McClelland, (TAT) teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through December 20, 2018.
COTTONPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Resignation of Michelle Ciudadano, teacher, effective August 6, 2018.
MARKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Transfer/appointment of Angela Franks, regular education homebound teacher, from Pupil Appraisal Center, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019.
PLAUCHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Change in funding source for Vicki Dufour, teacher, to 100% Title I, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; Change in funding source for Ashley Ducote, teacher, to CSR, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019; and Resignation of Kathryn Morgan, teacher, effective August 2, 2018.
BUNKIE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL: Appointment of Earlicia J. Mincey, teacher, effective August 7, 2018 through May 24, 2019.
MARKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL: Appointment of Rosalie M. Pierite, special education paraprofessional, effective August 7, 2018; and Resignation of Darryl Honor, Jr., teacher, effective August 6, 2018.
14. Mr. Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor, addressed the Board regarding the AVAP roof.
15. Superintendent Blaine Dauzat presented requests for overnight travel for the Board’s consideration.
On motion by James Gauthier, seconded by Shelia Blackman-Dupas, the Board approved the requests for overnight travel as presented by Superintendent Dauzat. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
16. In miscellaneous business, Board Member Michael Lacombe wished to thank the Towns of Cottonport and Simmesport for hosting Back to School events in their towns.
Board Member James Gauthier requested that the issue of hiring a Range Rider to patrol Section 16 lands be addressed at the next Buildings and Lands Committee meeting since there were too many unanswered questions brought up regarding this issue tonight.
Mr. Allen Holmes inquired as to when the Board’s reply will be submitted to the court (regarding the long-running desegregation case). Superintendent Blaine Dauzat explained that the district attorney has been working on the pleadings and would be filing them as soon as possible. Both parties (Holmes and the Board) confirmed they have no objections in the matter.
There being no further business, on motion by Michael Lacombe, seconded by Chris LaCour, the meeting was adjourned.
AVOYELLES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
John Gagnard, President
Blaine Dauzat, Secretary-Treasurer