St. Vincent's Medical Center was recognized for their contributions to the school district that promote student learning in Clay County.  Mr. Rene' Grosdidier was present from St. Vincent's and talked briefly about their work and appreciation to the school district for the opportunities afforded to them to be involved.

Pat York VSA's Florida Regional Coordinator for our district, along with Melanie Rodriguez, ESE teacher at Keystone Heights HIgh School, introduced the student who won the state VSA Award.  VSA is an international organization that provides arts and educational opportunities for students with disabilities.

• Keith Nichols 
• Rebecca Smith

Both speakers spoke about issues with the GPS system the district is currently using.

Superintendent Davis used the attached PowerPoint to present information on recently released graduation rates.   He reviewed comparative analysis, focus areas, and our overall ranking compared to similarly sized districts

Following discussion, consensus was to look at some additional revisions to the proposed policy.

C8, the Personnel Consent Agenda, was addressed and approved prior to discussion of this item.  

Mrs. Bolla moved the proposed allocations item to the Discussion agenda  to express caution about adding administrative positions.   

Tracy Butler - support for the Legislative Priorities

Mrs. Kerekes began by announcing that she would abstain from voting on this item due to a conflict of interest.  Concern was expressed by some Board Members about the appearance of impropriety with one of the Superintendent's personnel recommendations.  However, it was agreed there was no conflict with the employment of the individual in question.  Following Board discussion and acknowledgement of their respective statutory roles, consensus of the Board was to trust the Superintendent and his ability to build a loyal team to assist him in leading the district.

There were none.

Charles Walsh - support for the contract

Renna Lee Paiva, CCEA President, reported that teachers are scheduled to vote on the contract ratification on Friday the 13th.

The following individuals spoke in support of the Intel Math program:

• Rosa Newlin 
• Gina Roundtree  
• Danielle Berry 
• Elizabeth Scheilz 
• Collin Roberts        

Mrs Bolla agreed with the opinions of the speakers, and she stated her purpose for pulling the item was to make positive comments about the Intel program.                                                                                                                

Mrs. Kerekes took the opportunity to read Proclamation #17-09 for National School Counseling Week, which is February 6-10, 2017.  The Proclamation was approved earlier in the meeting as part of the Consent agenda.

Board Members made general comments about a variety of things, including upcoming district events and farewell wishes to Deputy Superintendent Diane Kornegay who will be leaving the county to accept a position as Superintendent of Schools in Lake County, Florida.