Chairman Kerekes recognized the cub scouts for their efforts to achieve the "Building a Better World" badge.  As part of the "adventure" requirements, Mrs. Kerekes was invited to speak to the group about her role as a government leader and important issues in the school district.    

• Christopher Trahan - textbooks
• Betsy Reagor - class size
• Travis Christensen - conflict of interest

Superintendent Davis used the attached PowerPoint to explain the validity and benefits of the assessments being used in Clay County.  His presentation included a review of the overall impact the assessment calendar will have on instructional time.  

Comments were heard from the following individuals pertaining to the proposed assessment calendar:

• Jenifer Burghart 
• Donna Mace
• Christopher Trahan
• Laura Mayberry

Approval of the assessment calendar failed for lack of a motion.  Discussion followed with Board members explaining their reasons for lack of support of the calendar as proposed.  Comments primarily included concerns about the increase in testing time, especially for kindergarten.  The consensus of the Board was for the Superintendent to bring the assessment calendar back with modifications.  

There were no Special Actions.

Chairman Kerekes opened the public hearing.  With no one present to speak to the item, the public hearing was closed.

The question posed to Board Attorney David D'Agata was whether an assistant superintendent who is considered an "ex-officio member" of the Board's collective bargaining team can take part in the executive session.  Mr. D'Agata provided to all Board members his written legal opinion that was still in "draft" form stating, yes, the attendance was permissible.   Following discussion, the Board asked that an item be added to the October 19th meeting agenda to officially appoint Dr. Susan Legutko to the bargaining team.  

Board member comments were heard.

• Mrs. Condon provided a written summary of the National School Boards Association conference she recently attended.  (Summary attached) 
• Mrs. Studdard will represent the Board on the Insurance committee in Mrs. Kerekes' absence.   
• Mrs. Kerekes suggested an item be added to the October 24th workshop agenda to discuss the Board's organization meeting which includes selecting the date and time for Regular meetings and election of officers.
• A meeting was scheduled for October 11 @ 9:45 a.m. in GCS to approve out-of-field teachers prior to the end of the FTE count period.  
• The district advisory committee application is posted on the website.  Applications are due October 27th.
• Superintendent Davis recently completed the requirements in the Florida Superintendent Special Certification Program through the Florida Association of District School Superintendents.