HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

HARDY COUNTY SCHOOLS

Regular School Board Meeting

October 17, 2005

7:00 p.m.

Moorefield High 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 meeting began with a student presentation on the “BeeBuddies” program at MHS. The program pairs up small groups of ninth graders with teachers who meet with the students regularly. The teacher and students work on areas that will assist the students to have a successful high school experience. Mr. Russell, Assistant Principal, directs the program. The following students conducted the presentation: Blair Goodall, Kelci Shirk, Sarah Leatherman, Sasha Nau and Sarah Koontz. The Board commended the students and MHS staff for this excellent program.

Mrs. Hammer, Director of Personnel, provided the Board information on the efforts to secure staff and the federal NCLB requirements for High Quality teachers. Included in the information was an assessment of the difficulties counties have in securing teachers and the efforts being taken in Hardy County to meet the requirements of NCLB.

The Board reviewed a number of policies related to Board Minutes and Agendas. Numerous recommendations were made regarding these policies. The Superintendent was directed to prepare new policies, addressing the selected revisions, and present them for further Board review.

The track program for MMS was approved for inclusion in Board approved extracurricular activities.

The Superintendent presented the Board with the latest report on the recognitions Hardy County Schools will receive under WV Achieves. These include Schools of Excellence, Exemplary Schools, High Performing Schools and a large number of special recognitions. Schools will be recognized in Charleston on November 9^th and at a Board presentation in the future.

Several student transfers were approved.

Public Comment

Mr. Larry Salyers:

Presented several inquiries regarding:

Who serves in the position as maintenance supervisor and what are the

qualifications on the individuals working in maintenance, what is the status

of the orders for the MHS grant for lockers, tables, air-conditioning, etc., and

were safety values in place at MHS field house?

Several questions were raised regarding the work of Casto-Technical. He

was informed that they will be scheduled to meet with the Board upon their

completion of the energy audit and evaluation of electrical service at MHS

and questions can be addressed at that time.

Mr. Steve Gapp:

Had several inquiries regarding qualifications for maintenance supervisors

and job descriptions. Inquiries as to certifications for the position of Director

of Administrative Programs

The Board directed that a written response be provided to these questions.

Personnel Action:

Employed:

· Diane Tusing - Head Teacher - MMS

· Patricia Jordan - Educational Liaison

Approved Postings:

· Parent Liaison/Parent Resource Center

· Middle School Teacher/Special Education - Multi Category - MMS - one year only

Postings:

All positions, though filled with long-term substitute, must remain open, and filled at the end of the semester when a certified/qualified applicant applies, due to the highly qualified teacher requirement of NCLB.

· English/Language Arts - MHS/EHHS - by semesters. Must be willing to complete and utilize Accelerated Reader program in instruction.

· Family and Consumer Science Teacher - MHS

· English/Language Arts - Middle School Teacher - EHEMS

· Special Education/Multi-Categorical w/Autism - MHS

· English/Language Arts - MHS

Mission Statement Accomplishments

Mr. Williams: Noted that the MHS FFA is raising funds for vocational chapters who suffered as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Commended Mr. Russell for the use of the MHS School Messenger Service (an automated calling system). It is a great way to contact parents.

Mr. Funkhouser: Commended Mr. Leon Franklin, coach at EHHS, for his promotion of sportsmanship and for cooperation within Hardy County.

Mr. Fertig: Commended the “BeeBuddies’” program and the work of Mr. Russell. Commended the EHHS Band for the get together before the football game and the providing of supper for the MHS Band.

Mr. Pack: Commended MHS as a good school. Commended the work of the Principals and Custodians.

Mr. Park: Commended the MHS students for their presentation and poise in presenting the “BEEBuddies” program. They did a great job.

Mrs. Hammer: Noted that 80% of the schools are being recognized and the EHHS is one of 38 secondary schools receiving exemplary states. Commended the school secretaries for their help with the second month report.

Mrs. Whitecotton: Commended Mrs. Alt and Mrs. Rudy for their work in the central office. They work together well and get the job done.

Mr. Whetzel: Commended the players in the recent football game between MHS and EHHS. To his knowledge there was not a single unsportsmanship penalty. This is a great reflection on the students/athletes.

The next meeting of the Hardy County Board of Education is scheduled for October 31, 2005, 7:00 p.m., at Moorefield Middle School.