SCHOOL BOARD PROCEEDINGS
The Avoyelles Parish School Board met in regular session Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. at the School Board Office, Marksville, Louisiana, with the following members present:
Stanley Celestine, Jr., President; Jill Guidry,Vice-President; Latisha Small, Lynn Deloach, Chris LaCour, Robin Moreau, Chris Robinson, Rickey Adams and Aimee Dupuy.
Absent:
An Invocation was offered by Supervisor of Secondary Education, Dexter Compton.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America led by Board Member Robin Moreau.
On motion by Rickey Adams, seconded by Jill Guidry, the Board added the item to the agenda – Permission to apply to the emergency connectivity fund. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. On motion by Aimee Dupuy, seconded by Robin Moreau, the Board adopted the minutes of the regular Board meeting held on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 as printed and mailed to Board members and published in The Weekly News, official journal of the Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Board President Stanley Celestine, Jr. read a resolution of respect to the late Albin McKinley Lemoine, retired superintendent.
On motion by Chris Lacour, seconded by Aimee Dupuy, the Board adopted the resolution of respect to the late Albin McKinley Lemoine, retired superintendent. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Interim Superintendent Thelma Prater recognized this year’s summer graduates as follows: From Avoyelles High School - Keyana Marie Day and Ken’Traivien Na’Devin Jackson; from Bunkie Magnet High School - Abigail Ward; and from Marksville High School - Brittany Gintz.
4. Board member Rickey Adams congratulated the Plaucheville Elementary Beta Club, who attended the National Beta Convention at Walt Disney World this summer. Thirteen students participated in various competitions, and they placed in two categories. They won 8th place in The Meeting of the Minds Challenge. The students had to create a mosaic using only colored paper. They chose the four pillars of Beta, which are Character, Service, Achievement, and Leadership. They had to describe what each of those qualities meant to them. This team included Layla Parrish, Kiley Mire, Shayla Farris, and Alyce Dyer. The students then won 5th place in the Reimagine, Recreate, & Recycle Challenge. The students had to create an animal of their choice using only recyclable material. For this competition, they chose to make Simba, keeping with the Disney theme. The students had to describe how they made it and what materials they used. All four students took part and worked together to complete this task. The head of the competition was impressed with how the students responded to questions and the collaboration they showed when working together. This team included Drew Clark, Kaleb Clark, Colston Rusk, and Terraj Valant. The National Beta Club also acknowledged these students on their social media page. Other students who participated were in 6th grade but they did not place. However, it was an amazing experience for all participants, and all are commended for their outstanding work.
5. Interim Superintendent Thelma Prater introduced Dr. David Holcombe who addressed the Board regarding the plan for Avoyelles Parish to reopen school facilities for the 2021-2022 school year.
Many parents, including medical professionals, addressed the Board with their concerns of young children wearing masks all day and the harm this may cause, insisting that mandates are not laws. They expressed that they feel discriminated against and that their parental rights are being violated.
Interim Superintendent Thelma Prater reiterated to all in attendance that all school boards are required to follow the mandates issued by the Governor of Louisiana and the guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
6. Liz Leger addressed the Board with a presentation by Avoyelles Sleeves Up, a parish-wide non-profit coalition working together to get citizens vaccinated.
7. President Stanley Celestine, Jr. addressed the Board with an update on the search for a superintendent and discussion of an upcoming public town hall. Preliminary interviews were conducted last week, and the top three contenders are: Dr. Cheyrl Ensley, Dr. Curt Green, and Ms. Karen Tutor.
On motion by Chris Lacour, seconded by Chris Robinson, the Board is hereby scheduling a public town hall on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at the Avoyelles High School Auditorium at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of conducting second-round interviews and a public question-and-answer session. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, addressed the Board regarding the adoption of the Louisiana Compliance and System Survey.
On motion by Chris Lacour, seconded by Robin Moreau, the Board approved the Louisiana Compliance and System Survey as presented by Ms. Bonnette. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
9. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, addressed the Board regarding the adoption of the Louisiana Compliance and System Survey for LaSAS.
On motion by Chris Lacour, seconded by Robin Moreau, the Board approved the Louisiana Compliance and System Survey for LaSAS as presented by Ms. Bonnette. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
10. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, reported that a public hearing was held on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. to review the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021.
A motion was offered by Jill Guidry, seconded by Robin Moreau, that the Board adopt the Consolidated Budget for the 2021-2022 school year as presented by Ms. Bonnette. The motion was adopted by the following 8-0-1 vote:
AYES: Jill Guidry, Robin Moreau, Latisha Small, Lynn Deloach, Chris Lacour, Stanley Celestine, Jr., Chris Robinson, and Rickey Adams.
NAYS: None.
ABSTAINED: Aimee Dupuy.
11. Aimee Dupuy, Chairman of the Executive Committee, presented the following report:
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REPORT
July 13, 2021
The Executive Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Aimee Dupuy (attended via Zoom), Chairwoman; Lynn Deloach, Robin Moreau, Latisha Small; Stanley Celestine, Jr., President; and Thelma Prater, Interim Superintendent. Also present were Chris Robinson and Jill Guidry, board members; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; Jamie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor; Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor; Demetria Alexander, Supervisor of Federal Programs; other supervisors and coordinators.
1. Dawn Pitre, Supervisor of Special Services, addressed the Executive Committee regarding changes to the medication policies.
Upon motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Executive Committee recommended to adopt the changes to the medication policies as presented by Ms. Pitre. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. Aimee Dupuy, Chairwoman, addressed the Executive Committee via Zoom regarding a resolution for the Avoyelles Parish School Board to authorize and direct the President to execute a contract with Strategic Demographics, LLC to provide reapportionment and redistricting services for the Avoyelles Parish School Board.
Upon motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Executive Committee recommended approval of a resolution for the Avoyelles Parish School Board to authorize and direct the President to execute a contract with Strategic Demographics, LLC to provide reapportionment and redistricting services for the Avoyelles Parish School Board. President Stanley Celestine, Jr. abstained from the vote. MOTION CARRIED.
3. Jennifer Dismer, Child Welfare and Attendance Supervisor, addressed the Executive Committee with a request for approval of policies submitted by Mr. James Prescott, Jr. of Forethought Consulting, Incorporated.
Upon motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Executive Committee recommended approval of policies submitted by Mr. James Prescott, Jr. of Forethought Consulting, Incorporated, with revisions recommended by board attorney Derek Manuel as follows:
(a) File: JCD Student Conduct
(b) File: JCDAB Student Alcohol and Drug Use
(c) File: JCDAC Dangerous Weapons (means any gas, liquid, or other substance or instrumentality, which,either by design or in the manner used, is intended or likely to produce death or great bodily harm.
(d) File: JD Discipline
(e) File: JDD Suspension
(f) File: JDE Expulsion (access to class work and the opportunity to earn academic credit. A student who is suspended for longer than ten (10 days) shall be provided with academic instruction at an alternative setting in accordance with La. Rev. State. Ann. 17:416.2).
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. Celeste Voinche, Supervisor of Elementary Education, addressed the Executive Committee with a request for approval of a contract for CKLA 2nd Edition Coaching for K-5 Education between Amplify and the Avoyelles Parish School Board.
Upon motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Executive Committee recommended approval of a contract between Amplify and the Avoyelles Parish School Board for CKLA 2nd Edition Coaching for K-5 Education. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
5. Celeste Voinche, Supervisor of Elementary Education, addressed the Executive Committee with a request for approval of a contract for Amplify Science ES: Grade Band Orientation (K-5) and Navigating Program Essentials (K-5) between Amplify and the Avoyelles Parish School Board.
Upon motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Executive Committee recommended approval of a contract between Amplify and the Avoyelles Parish School Board for Amplify Science ES: Grade Band Orientation (K-5) and Navigating Program Essentials (K-5) . MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Executive Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Aimee Dupuy, Chairwoman
Executive Committee
On motion by Aimee Dupuy, seconded by Jill Guidry, the Board adopted the Executive Committee Report as presented by Chairwoman Dupuy. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
12. Jill Guidry, Chairwoman of the Finance Committee, presented the following report:
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
July 13, 2021
The Finance Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at approximately 5:46 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Jill Guidry, Chairwoman; Aimee Dupuy (attended via Zoom), Chris Robinson; Stanley Celestine, Jr., President; and Thelma Prater, Interim Superintendent. Rickey Adams was absent. Also present were Latisha Small, Lynn Deloach, and Robin Moreau, board members; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; Jamie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor; Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor; Demetria Alexander, Supervisor of Federal Programs; other supervisors and coordinators.
1. Jamie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor, presented an actual sales tax report for the month of June, 2021. Ms. Lacombe announced that sales tax collections totaled $ 836,370.13. She stated that of this amount, the 1% sales tax generated $ 477,925.93, the 0.25% sales tax generated $ 119,481.23, and the building and maintenance fund generated $ 238,962.97.
2. Committee member Robin Moreau presented the monthly maintenance report on expenditures for the Finance Committee’s review.
The Finance Committee did not take any action on this matter.
3. Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance, presented a review of the 2021-2022 Proposed Consolidated Budget.
The Finance Committee did not take any action on this matter.
The Finance Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Jill Guidry, Chairwoman
Finance Committee
On motion by Jill Guidry, seconded by Robin Moreau, the Board adopted the Finance Committee Report as presented by Chairwoman Guidry. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
13. Robin Moreau, Chairman of the Building and Lands Committee, presented the following report:
BUILDING AND LANDS COMMITTEE REPORT
July 13, 2021
The Building and Lands Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at approximately 6:07 p.m. at the School Board Office, with the following members present:
Robin Moreau, Chairman; Lynn Deloach, Jill Guidry, Chris Lacour; Stanley Celestine, Jr., President; and Thelma Prater, Interim Superintendent. Chris Lacour was absent. Also present were Latisha Small, Chris Robinson, and Aimee Dupuy (attended via Zoom), board members; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; Jamie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor; Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor; Demetria Alexander, Supervisor of Federal Programs; other supervisors and coordinators.
1. Jenny Welch, Food Service Supervisor, addressed the Building and Lands Committee with an update on the approval of Child Nutrition Funds covering the cost of floor repairs in Riverside Elementary School and Plaucheville Elementary School cafeterias.
The Building and Lands Committee did not take any action on this matter.
2. Committee member Lynn Deloach addressed the Building and Lands Committee regarding resurfacing of the Marksville High School track.
Upon motion by Jill Guidry, seconded by Stanley Celestine, Jr., the Building and Lands Committee recommended to get updated budget numbers on the tracks at Marksville High School, Bunkie Magnet High School, and Avoyelles High School. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Robin Moreau, Chairman, addressed the Building and Lands Committee with an update by Johnson Controls on project status.
This item was removed from the agenda.
4. Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor, addressed the Building and Lands Committee with the results of the bid opening of the Child Nutrition Storage Warehouse.
Upon motion by Jill Guidry, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Building and Lands Committee recommended to move forward with the bid and to lock the bid in at $393,444.00. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
5. Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor, addressed the Building and Lands Committee regarding approval to retain the services of Associated Design Group of the ESSER Funding Project.
Upon motion by Stanley Celestine, Jr., seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Building and Lands Committee recommended approval to retain the services of Associated Design Group of the ESSER Funding Project. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Building and Lands Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Robin Moreau, Chairman
Building and Lands Committee
On motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Jill Guidry, the Board adopted the Building and Lands Committee Report as presented by Chairman Moreau. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
14. Chris Robinson, Chairman of the Education Committee, presented the following report:
EDUCATION COMMITTEE REPORT
July 13, 2021
The Education Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at 7:05 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Chris Robinson, Chairman; Lynn Deloach, Aimee Dupuy (attended via Zoom), Latisha Small; Stanley Celestine, Jr., President; and Thelma Prater, Interim Superintendent. Also present were Robin Moreau, board member; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; Jamie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor; Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor; Demetria Alexander, Supervisor of Federal Programs; other supervisors and coordinators.
1. Chris Robinson, Chairman, addressed the Education Committee with a discussion of a Districtwide Student Council Committee.
The Education Committee did not take any action on this matter.
2. Dawn Pitre, Special Services Supervisor, addressed the Education Committee with a contract for professional services between Ellen Brocato, ABA School Consultants and the Avoyelles Parish School Board.
Upon motion by Latisha Small, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Education Committee recommended the approval of a contract for professional services between Ellen Brocato, ABA School Consultants and the Avoyelles Parish School Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
3. Dawn Pitre, Special Services Supervisor, addressed the Education Committee with a service agreement between the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University (LASARD) and the Avoyelles Parish School Board.
Upon motion by Latisha Small, seconded by Lynn Deloach, the Education Committee recommended the approval of a service agreement between the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University (LASARD) and the Avoyelles Parish School Board. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
The Education Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Chris Robinson, Chairman
Education Committee
On motion by Chris Robinson, seconded by Chris Lacour, the Board adopted the Education Committee Report as presented by Chairman Robinson. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
15. Lynn Deloach, Chairman of the Bus Committee, presented the following report:
BUS COMMITTEE MEETING
July 13, 2021
The Bus Committee of the Avoyelles Parish School Board met on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at approximately 7:17 p.m. at the School Board Office with the following members present:
Lynn Deloach, Chairman; Robin Moreau; Stanley Celestine, Jr., President; and Thelma Prater, Interim Superintendent. Rickey Adams and Chris Lacour were absent. Also present were Latisha Small, Lynn Deloach, and Aimee Dupuy (attended via Zoom), board members; Mary Bonnette, Director of Finance; Jamie Lacombe, Sales Tax Supervisor; Steve Marcotte, Maintenance Supervisor; Demetria Alexander, Supervisor of Federal Programs; other supervisors, coordinators, and principals.
1. Thelma Prater, Interim Superintendent, presented an updated report on bus incidents in the school district.
The Bus Committee did not take any action on this matter.
The Bus Committee respectfully recommends the adoption of this report.
Lynn Deloach, Chairman
Bus Committee
On motion by Lynn Deloach, seconded by Jill Guidry, the Board adopted the Bus Committee Report as presented by Chairman Deloach. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
16. Vice President Jill Guidry addressed the Board regarding possible discussion of the Bunkie Middle School property, which was a tabled item from the July 6, 2021, regular Board meeting. However, this item will remain tabled and put on the agenda for the next Building and Lands Committee meeting.
17. Board member Chris Robinson addressed the Board in regards to a proposal from Who Have You Blessed, LLC to enter into an agreement with the Avoyelles Parish School Board to provide in-kind services for the Bunkie Middle School facility.
Upon motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Aimee Dupuy, the Board granted approval to obtain the appraised rental value of the Bunkie Middle School property. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
18. Jennifer Dismer, Child Welfare and Attendance Supervisor, addressed the Board regarding the adoption of the Avoyelles Parish Handbook and Guide Amendment on Discipline.
Upon motion by Jill Guidry, seconded by Chris Robinson, the Board adopted the Avoyelles Parish Handbook and Guide Amendment on Discipline. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
19. Jennifer Dismer, Child Welfare and Attendance Supervisor, addressed the Board requesting permission to purchase additional EdOptions Academy Licenses as needed for virtual students.
Upon motion by Aimee Dupuy, seconded by Jill Guidry, the Board approved the purchase of additional EdOptions Academy Licenses with zero-dollar value as needed for virtual students. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
20. Reverend Chris Augustine, President of Avoyelles Coalition Taskforce, addressed the Board regarding a response from Interim Superintendent Thelma Prater and the Avoyelles Parish School Board to two requests made at the July 6, 2021 regular school board meeting. He also discussed the school discipline data from schools in the parish which had previously been submitted to the Avoyelles Coalition Taskforce (ACT).
Board member Robin Moreau wished to state for the record that the Avoyelles Parish School Board requires all school administrators to perform their job duties according to the rules and regulations established, regardless of whether it brings the number of suspensions and/or expulsions to certain points, and he commended all administrators for doing what they have to do to run their schools.
21. Interim Superintendent Thelma Prater presented requests for overnight travel.
On motion by Chris Robinson, seconded by Robin Moreau, the Board approved the requests for overnight travel as presented by Interim Superintendent Prater. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
22. Interim Superintendent Thelma Prater presented personnel changes for the Board’s review.
PERSONNEL CHANGES
BUNKIE ELEMENTARY LEARNING
ACADEMY Appointment of Charli F. Hauk, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through May 27, 2022.
Appointment of Morgan M. Moton, food service technician, effective August 3, 2021.
Appointment of Ruby L. Hawkins, (retired) special education teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of TreMesha L. Thomas, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Phyllis Morris, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Patricia Riche, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Resignation of Beverly Boyd, food service technician, effective at the end of the day July 9, 2021.
COTTONPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Resignation of Alyce Bonnette, teacher, effective August 1, 2021.
Appointment of Sandra A. Smith, (retired) Kindergarten teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Brandi Williams, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Shanna K. West, Kindergarten teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Transfer/Appointment of Leigh C. Fryery, from Kindergarten teacher at Lafargue Elementary School to regular elementary, effective August 3, 2021 through May 27, 2022.
Change position title for Shelby Gash, from Kindergarten teacher to Special Education Inclusion teacher K-3, effective August 3, 2021through May 27, 2022.
Resignation of Qiana R. Bell, teacher, effective July 27, 2021.
LAFARGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Appointment of Amanda L. Pizzuto, paraprofessional, effective August 3, 2021, replacing Janis Ducote.
Appointment of Theresa B. Miller, Kindergarten teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Caisha B. Bell, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through May 27, 2022.
Appointment of Mona L. Laborde, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2022.
Resignation of Robin Williber, teacher, effective August 1, 2021.
Resignation of Emily Blood, teacher, effective July 15, 2021.
Resignation of Janis Ducote, paraprofessional, effective at the end of the day on September 17, 2021, for the purpose of retirement.
Resignation of Sheterica Bradley, teacher, effective August 2, 2021.
MARKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Transfer/Appointment of Brittany D. Bordelon, (TAT) teacher, from Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Monica R. Mayberry, financial secretary, effective July 20, 2021, replacing Tammy Eves.
Appointment of Kane J. Normand, custodian, effective July 1, 2021.
Appointment of Judy G. Rivers, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
PLAUCHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Appointment of Romaro D. Turner, (TAT) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Transfer/Appointment of Rachael M. Martin, (TAT) teacher, from paraprofessional at Avoyelles High School, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Resignation of Elizabeth Goza, teacher, effective July 20, 2021.
Resignation of Nikki Walton, teacher, effective August 2, 2021.
Resignation of Brandi Chatelain, teacher, effective August 2, 2021.
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Resignation of Torianno C. Robertson, teacher, effective August 2, 2021.
Appointment of Yvonne S. Bassett, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Resignation of Jessica G. Leger, teacher, effective July 20, 2021.
AVOYELLES HIGH SCHOOL Appointment of Kristin D. Lemoine, effective August 3, 2021 through May 27, 2022, replacing Ginger Knight.
Appointment of Angel M. Armand, special education paraprofessional, effective August 3, 2021.
Appointment of Kathy M. Lemoine, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Joel Tassin, (retired) Special Education Content Mastery teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Transfer/Appointment Wanda Guillory, Food Service manager, from Food Service technician at Marksville Elementary School, effective August 3, 2021.
Change position title for Ginger L. Knight, from Administrative Assistant to Assistant Principal, effective July 20, 2021 through July 19, 2023.
Resignation of Raymond C. Pujol, bus driver, effective July 31, 2021, for the purpose of retirement.
Resignation of Phillip Augustine, teacher, effective August 2, 2021.
BUNKIE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Appointment of Reagan V. Lemoine, (TAT) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Nicole K. Bordelon, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Doris S. Leary, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Debra F. Leblanc, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Elizabeth A. Willis, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Cherrie Callahan, (retired) Special Education Self-Contained teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of McKenzie Bienvenu, (TAT) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of David E. Dyson, (retired) teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Transfer/Appointment of Teena R. Ponthier, from special education paraprofessional to financial secretary, effective July 20, 2021.
MARKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Appointment of Bryant G. Humphrey, Assistant Principal, effective July 20, 2021 through July 19, 2023, replacing Joel Desselle.
Appointment of Myleka W. Harrington, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through May 27, 2022.
Appointment of Kyle A. Sarrazin, (TAT) Business teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Miranda H. Baka, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Brandon J. Speer, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Micki H. Johnson, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Appointment of Rebecca E. Quick, teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Transfer/Appointment of Joseph Greenhouse, from Business teacher to JAG teacher, effective August 3, 2021 through May 27, 2022.
Resignation of Tracy Linscomb, Business teacher, effective August 2, 2021.
Resignation of Gabrielle Savoy, teacher, effective July 14, 2021.
AVOYELLES VIRTUAL ALTERNATIVE
PROGRAM (AVAP) Appointment of Craig W. Foster, (retired) Guidance Counselor, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Transfer/Appointment of Angela Franks, regular education homebound teacher, from Marksville Elementary School, effective August 3, 2021 through May 27, 2022.
AVOYELLES PARISH PUPIL
APPRAISAL CENTER Transfer/Appointment of Tammy Eves, secretary, from Marksville Elementary School, effective July 20, 2021.
Appointment of Nena Webster, (retired) Educational Diagnostician, effective August 3, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
AVOYELLES PARISH CENTRAL
OFFICE Appointment of Kenya Chavez, ESSER II Network Administrator, effective July 20, 2021.
ADDENDUM(S)
August 3, 2021
BUNKIE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Resignation of Earlicia Mincey, teacher, effective July 29, 2021.
PLAUCHEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Transfer/Appointment of Lauren Moulard, from Title I Lab paraprofessional to regular education paraprofessional, effective August 3, 2021.
23. Becky Spencer, Technology Coordinator, addressed the Board requesting permission to apply for funds from the Emergency Connectivity Fund to run fiber internet for one year in the Effie and Hickory Hill areas. These are the most needed (slowest internet speed) areas of the parish. Other areas in line to consider applying for funding later include the Fifth Ward and deep Plaucheville/Backstep areas.
On motion by Aimee Dupuy, seconded by Rickey Adams, the Board granted permission to apply for funds for one year for fiber internet from the Emergency Connectivity Fund. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
There being no further business, on motion by Robin Moreau, seconded by Jill Guidry, the meeting was adjourned.
AVOYELLES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Stanley Celestine, Jr., President
Thelma Prater, Interim Secretary-Treasurer