We believe: Every child can learn, and each child can learn more than he or she is now learning. We believe: The School District and its employees have mutual obligations for support and development toward continuous improvement. We believe: A healthy public school system is key to the maintenance of a healthy democracy. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY Regular Meeting –November 18, 2008 6:00 p.m. Samuel S. Gaines Academy Audeteria - Building No. 4 2250 South Jenkins Road, Fort Pierce, FL 34947 AGENDA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC HEARING School Board Policy #2.22 (continued from October 28, 2008 Public Hearing) School Board Policy #3.43 – Bullying & Harassment MINUTES 10.14.08 Reg., 10.28.08 Reg., 11.06.08 Expulsion SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS 1. JS District Scholar Athlete Recognition – Lincoln Park Academy 2. OR Florida Parental Involvement in Education Proclamation for November 2008 3. BS School Psychology Week Proclamation, November 10 – 14, 2008 STAFF REPORTS 4. OR Curriculum Report a. Instructional Technology Update b. Joint Presentation of Collaborative Bargaining/IB Compact 5. ML Superintendent’s Report CTA REPORT CWA REPORT CONSENT AGENDA 6. SR Personnel Agenda & Leaves 7. SR Job Descriptions - Behavior Technician, Child Care Aide -LAPP, Job Coach, Pre-K Paraprofessional 8. TB Payment of Bills 9. TB Monthly Financial Report for October 2008 10. TB Approval of Budget Committee Member Change 11. TB Bus Driver Uniform Payroll Deduction Slot 12. TB Quarterly Investment Report 13. TB RFP 09-06 – Pupil Transportation Services 14. TB RFP 09-07 – Term Contract for Integrated Pest Management Services 15. OR College and Career Readiness Initiative, SB 1908 16. OR 2008-09 School Improvement Plans, SAC Membership Lists and By-Laws 17. OR Test Maker for Reading, Math, Science, and Writing 18. OR Articulation Agreements with Indian River State College 19. JS Interlocal Agreement with St. Lucie County Fire District for Athletic Purposes 20. CT Authorization to Advertise Public Hearing on SB Policy #6.60 – Drug & Alcohol Testing (Delete) 21. BS Re-Approval of Health Science Student(s) Experience Agreement with Indian River State College 22. BS Professional Services Agreement with Ronald D. Seelinger for Hospital/Homebound Teaching 23. BS School Health Services Plan 2008-10 24. AG Deductive Change Order #3 for Owner Direct Purchase at School CCC-A (New Fort Pierce Central High) (Please see reverse side) We believe: The core business of the St. Lucie County School District is creating challenging, engaging, and satisfying work for every student, every day. We believe: Quality schools are the responsibility of the entire community. We believe: The School District must promise continuous improvement in student achievement and in the success of each individual. (SLCSB/Reg/11-18-08/Pg2) ATTORNEY’S REPORT SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS’ REPORTS UNSCHEDULED SPEAKERS ADJOURNMENT Note: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board regarding any matter considered at this meeting or hearing, he/she will need a record of the proceedings. For this purpose, an individual should ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, at his/her own expense, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based (Sec. 286.0105 F. S.). In compliance with ADA requirements, special needs can be reasonably accommodated by contacting the School Board of St. Lucie County at least ten (10) working days prior to the meeting. Contact the Board’s Assistant by phone at 772-429-3914 or by fax at 772-429-7559. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) is available at 772-429-3919. This agenda may change from time to time (see items in bold italic). Publish November 13, 2008