HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

Regular School Board Meeting

December 19, 2005

7:00 p.m.

Moorefield Elementary School

The following is provided as an unofficial summary of the above dated meeting of the Hardy County Board of Education. Official copies of the minutes may be obtained, once they are approved by the Hardy County Board of Education, by contacting Deedee Fridley, Executive Secretary to the Superintendent, 510 Ashby Street, Moorefield, WV 26836, and phone 304-530-2348 x236.

SUMMARY

The Board attended the annual Christmas program presented by the first grade students. They enjoyed the program and commended the students and parents for their participation.

Mr. Ben Shew, WVDOE, attended the meeting to recognize four schools for their success under West Virginia Achieves, Moorefield Elementary School, and Moorefield Middle School were recognized for making AYP and East Hardy High School and Moorefield High School were recognized for making AYP and being selected as WV Schools of Excellence. Principals were on hand to receive the certificates.

In major action:

The Board was officially informed of the awarding of a $5.7 million allocation for the construction of the new Moorefield Intermediate School. Appreciation was extended to teach of the numerous individuals who made this possible. The Board approved the immediate sending out of a request for Architectural Services. Discussion was held on the possible completion date.

The Board met with Mr. Jeff Brown of Casto Technical. He presented an overview of his firm and the services that have been provided to Hardy County since the 1980s. Discussion was held on several topics:

1) Contracted Services: A review of the numerous services provided to maintain HVAC systems including preventive maintenance, repairs and cost avoidance. The Board requested a proposal for expanding the service at MMS to include repairs.

2) Energy Conservation: Information was provided on the national standards for workplace temperatures. The Board requested this information to review.

3) Electrical Services at MHS: The cost for a complete air conditioning system was roughly estimated at approximately $300.000. The current electrical services to the old section of the building would require a complete evaluation by an electrical engineer in order to safely address additional electrical load. The Board requested that this be conducted and that the option of replacing the existing air conditioners with modern units also be explored.

Appreciation was extended to Mr. Brown for his service to Hardy County Schools.

In other action:

The Board conducted a second reading and approval of the following policies:

Policy BEB- School Board Policy Adoption
Policy BDD – Agendas
Policy BDFA – Use of Electronic Mail
Policy BDG – Public Participation in Board Meetings
Policy BDF – School Board Meeting Procedures

The Board reviewed the EHHS Building Trades project for construction of a modular. It was agreed that the rooms would be built at the EHHS site. The Board will review the proposed site prior to construction.

Public Comment:

Larry Salyers inquired regarding the status of the roof at MES and when it is projected to be replaced. Informed him that the SBA has scheduled for 2007. He also inquired as to options for facilities to work on buses. He also requested a copy of Casto Technical contracts.

Steve Gapp inquired as to the policy on tape recordings meetings. Informed it was on the agenda for action. Commented on quality of radio summaries and Moorefield Examiner articles on Board Meetings.

Personnel Action:

Employed:

· Jeremy Rumer – Elementary School Teacher/Special Education – Multi Categorical with Autism – Moorefield Elementary School – Effective August 2006

· Patricia Jordan – Substitute Teacher

Approved for Volunteer:

· Nancy Hahn – Volunteer Assistant Coach – Girls Basketball – EHEMS

Resignations:

· Elizabeth Bosley – Title I Teacher – MMS – effective June 2006

Mission Statement Accomplishments

Mr. Williams noted how much he enjoys the student performances. Commended Jeff Brown and the services provided by Casto-Technical. Noted that it was quite an accomplish to have the only two High Schools recognized as WV Schools of Excellence.

Mr. Funkhouser commended the schools for the recognition they received. Commended the First Grade teachers at MES.

Mr. Fertig reported on the MMS and MHS Band Christmas Concert – it was great!

Mr. Pack enjoyed the Christmas Program. Congratulated the schools for their achievement.

Mrs. Hammer wished all employees a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

Mrs. Whitecotton commended Betty Bosley for her years or service to the students of Hardy County. She will be missed.

Mr. Whetzel thanked the Cumberland Times for their efforts to present positive information regarding Hardy County Schools. Excellent articles.

The next special meeting of the Hardy County Board of Education is scheduled for January 3, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hardy County Board of Education Offices to address personnel matters. The next regular meeting of the Board is scheduled for January 9, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hardy County Board of Education Offices.