Kelly Mosley, Supervisor of Career and Technical Education, recognized national winners of Career and Technical Student Organization as follows:

• TSA-LAJ - Marka Behnken - National Middle School Advisor of the Year
• TSA-LAJ - Jayna Lauer - 1st Place National Career Prep
• TSA-LAJ - Chandani Armogan, Jayna Lauer, Greyson Tompkins - 5th Place Inventions and Innovations
• TSA-LAJ - Bobby Baggett, Timothy McKeehan, and Greyson Tompkins - 6th Place System Control
• FBLA-LAJ - Shawn Saint-Vilus - 1st Place FBLA Mission and Pledge

Public speakers:

• Judith Chapple
• Constance Higginbotham 
• Dawn Hall 
• Christie Torode 
• Carol Newbern 
• Kelly Stoudnour 
• Tom Doan 
• Leigh Ann Lunsford 
• Tanya Kacsan 
• Bruce Friedman 
• Samantha Wernet 
• Shari McGriff 
• Sheila Torres

Superintendent Broskie noted, in relation to a public speaker's comment, that discipline data is available within Synergy but is not reflected on the state website due to program compatibility issues with Synergy.  Mr. Broskie is in agreement that purchasing processes, engagement, and screen time are all things that should be considered in the purchase of materials.

The attached visual presentation was shared, highlighting the following:

• State Assessment Results
• New School Year
• Student Transportation
• Food and Nutrition Services
• Immunization Requirements
• Upcoming Events

There was no Human Resources Special Action A.

There was no Human Resources Special Action B.

Chair Gilhousen opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

Mrs. Hanson stated that she pulled this item to discussion in order to achieve fiscal responsibility and better educate students and that she has previously cited valid reasons why Achieve3000 does not benefit students, including negative emotional and academic impacts on students and a need for proper implementation.  As this resource is used only three to four times per month, she would like curriculum coaches and specialists to develop supplementary material and use that time for a writing component that would focus on essay skills, obtaining input from teachers, staff members, and parents for alternate purchase(s) should this item not be approved.  She would also appreciate more time to research and evaluate like purchases.

Mrs. Bolla believes this item is research-based and has been vetted, from her perspective, by teachers and professionals within curriculum instruction.  She advised this is a tool that provides the ability to differentiate instruction for use with all students, enabling collaborative learning among all academic levels.  She indicated she is not comfortable saying no to this program because she knows it is used appropriately to help students.  She does support having options to consider in the future.

Mrs. Clark expressed concern regarding extended screen time for students and would like to have more input from teachers about other options.

Mrs. Skipper believes there is too much technology and less engagement for students.  She would like students to take a step back from technology/screen time and encourages additional support staff so teachers can engage in small group instruction.

Mrs. Gilhousen appreciates the scaffolding of instruction that allows classroom discussion at low and high levels, but she is not personally a fan of screens.  She proposed the possibility of a county database of articles that could be printed and distributed as a resource for teachers.  She indicated that a majority of board members are concerned with the screen time issue and it may be beneficial to have a discussion at workshop and place the item on next month's agenda in order to allow time to hear a more prescriptive direction from the instructional division and correct any inappropriate use.

Mr. Broskie indicated he understands the board's concern re screen time and can provide protocols and talk about each program and the frequency for that at a future workshop.

Board members considered postponing the item to receive additional information, but a subsequent vote was taken.

Chair Gilhousen opened the public hearing.  With no one coming forward to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

School Board Attorney, Jeremiah Blocker (Douglas Law Firm), indicated that he looks forward to working with each of the board members and will be scheduling 1:1 interviews with each of them.

Mrs. Hanson attended a Clay Education Foundation event and enjoyed watching teachers accessing needed supplies.  She requested to be apprised of current litigation matters involving the district.

Mrs. Clark expressed support for Mrs. Skipper's contribution of ideas and regrets how Mrs. Skipper and Mr. Douglas were treated at the last board workshop, citing the manner as unprofessional.  She is aware that the district and the Clay County Sheriff's Office are currently exchanging information and suggested 90 days as a discover and discussion period, with multiple workshops as needed, to be able to make an informed vote at the November 2nd meeting.

Mrs. Skipper also would like information that can be lawfully provided to board members re litigation.  She would like to review the parental rights policy with new counsel to ensure it is aligned with the law and determine if it can be made better.  She took part in innovative training for transportation staff and appreciates the positive environment in that department.  She appreciates the speakers attending this meeting and indicated she will continue to hold herself accountable to those who elected her to speak on their behalf.

Mrs. Bolla also participated in the transportation training and Tools4Schools event.  She appreciates the beautiful campus of the newest school, Spring Park Elementary.  She also indicated Joe Wiggins is again willing to participate as the citizen member on Value Adjustment Board.

Mrs. Gilhousen advised the new security changes at the meeting were not initiated by her, but she was informed the security is in alignment with other local agencies.  She obtained a board consensus to revisit policy prior to considering book challenge appeals, with Mr. Dailey, Mr. Blocker, and possibly stakeholders to see if there can be agreement on a set of appropriate standards for books.  She extended wishes to families for the best school year yet.