2014-03-20

Upon call of the President, the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board will meet in regular session at Godchaux Grammar Cafeteria, 1600 Highway 44, Reserve, Louisiana, on Thursday, March 20, 2014, at 6:00 p.m.

The Chair called for a moment of silent meditation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

PRESENT: Messrs. Jack, Burl, Keller, Sanders, DeFrancesch, Jones, Wise, Bacas, Triche.

Mr. Burl stated that although he had no objections to the approval of the minutes for February 20, 2014, he wanted it noted in the minutes that the Top Notch Warriors Baseball Team had committed $500 as a deposit to use the baseball fields at Garyville Mt. Airy Magnet School (only on weekends and weekdays that the school is not using it). Mr. Burl asked that at the end of the season and under the condition that there were no infractions, the School Board would return this $500 deposit to the Top Notch Warriors.

Mr. George stated that Mrs. Pamelyn Smith was to be commended for her hard work as she applied for this grant. St. John Parish is one of 16 in the state of Louisiana that received this grant. He also thanked the following partners for their involvement:

Rita Perrilloux, Farrow Freeman, Robin McKinnis (Little Leaders Learning Center)

Ms. Heidi Trosclair announced the Students of the Year and Superintendent Kevin R. George presented the students with plaques. Ms. Trosclair thanked Mr. Bill Ironside and Katie Klibert from RTC for their generous donations to our Students of the Year. Each year, RTC supports these students and this year was no exception. The Students of the Year on the school level each received a Kindle Paper White Tablet and the 3 District Students of the Year each received a Kindle Fire HDX.

Each school in the district chose a student to represent the school based on the state’s Student of the Year criteria. The school winners then competed at the parish level using the same criteria. Fifth grade criteria included a portfolio of activities, community service, and recognitions, a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher for 3^rd through 5^th grades, an impromptu writing sample, and an interview. Eighth grade criteria were similar to that of 5^th grade; however, leadership was added to the portfolio and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher for grades 6, 7, and 8. The 12^th grade criteria included the portfolio (illustrating school involvement, community involvement, and recognitions), a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher for 9^th through 12^th grades, an impromptu writing sample, and the interview.

East St. John Elementary............................................. Malika Jones

Emily C. Watkins Elementary........................................ Itzel Barerra

Fifth Ward Elementary.................................................. Ayza Clark

Garyville Mt. Airy Magnet.............................................. Chad Armant

LaPlace Elementary...................................................... Jourdan Stipe

John L. Ory Magnet...................................................... Christopher Taylor

Lake Pontchartrain Elementary...................................... Nyla Williams

West St. John Elementary............................................. Kyli Vontoure

East St. John Elementary ............................................ Kaley Clayton

Emily C. Watkins Elementary........................................ Dawson Laduke

Fifth Ward Elementary.................................................. Kameron Thomas

Garyville/Mt. Airy Magnet.............................................. Heaven Mamou

John L. Ory Magnet...................................................... Brian Price, Jr.

LaPlace Elementary...................................................... Kennedy Gerard

West St. John High School........................................... Glasia Walker

East St. John High....................................................... Judy Chen

West St. John High ..................................................... Elexi Bailey

District Students of the Year - these students represented St. John Parish at the Regional Competition held February 19, 2014 in St. Bernard Parish.

St. John’s 5^th Grade Student of the Year is Christopher Taylor. He placed first in the school Social Studies fair in 2013 and had the highest average in the subject in both third and fourth grades. He said he enjoys social studies because it allows him to learn about different cultures, great people and geography. Taylor participates in Louisiana Ambassadors basketball and was the team captain in 2013, when he also won the leadership award and made the All-Star team. He said basketball is his favorite sport. He plans to pursue a degree in communications so he can become a sports commentator and work for ESPN. He is the son of Terri and Enoch Frazier.

St. John’s 8^th Grade Student of the Year is Kennedy Gerard. Gerard has served as Beta Club president, Student Council president and plays and manages sports, all while maintaining a 4.0 grade point average. During the summer, she attended the Summer Science Academy BP STEM Institute MathStar program, finishing with the third-highest average in the group. She is currently taking Algebra I online to get a jumpstart on her high school education. Gerard also serves as a youth volunteer with a foundation to promote breast cancer awareness established by her family after her grandmother’s death. Kennedy plans to pursue a career as an obstetrical nurse. She also hopes to own a dancing school and early childhood development center. She is the daughter of Kennette Bardell and Germond Gerard.

St. John’s 12^th Grade Student of the Year is Judy Chen. A straight-A student, Chen is involved in numerous extracurricular activities and has held multiple leadership positions. She is particularly active in the Technology Student Association, which focuses on engineering, architecture, drafting and design. She said the organization has allowed her to take her two favorite subjects – math and science – and see how they can be used in the real world, which has led to a passion in robotics. Chen has often spent late nights at school working on robotics projects and said she plans to pursue a career in the field. Chen is the daughter of Xiao Ling and Zhao Hua Chen.

Mr. George stated that St. John the Baptist Parish has the distinct honor of having the following employees on staff. These employees have all earned Doctorate Degrees, and they were recognized and presented with a plaque.

Dr. Juanita Hill – Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership. Dr. Hill is currently an Assistant Principal at Emily C. Watkins Elementary School.

Dr. Shelly Chauvin – Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership. Dr. Chauvin serves as the Master Teacher at Emily C. Watkins.

Dr. Stacey Spies – Doctor of Philsophy in Special Education. Dr. Spies currently serves as our Director of Special Education.

Dr. Brandy Vaughn – Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership. Dr. Vaughn is a middle school social studies teacher at Emily C. Watkins.

Dr. Darleen Welsh – Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education. Dr. Welsh currently serves as our Coordinator of Compliance and Discipline.

Mr. Burl congratulated each recipient and stated that he would like the board to examine the Salary Schedule regarding employees who hold Doctorate Degrees in an attempt to retain these employees in St. John the Baptist Parish Public Schools. Mr. George stated that he would have this salary schedule on the next Personnel Committee meeting agenda for review.

The President stated that ITEM 7a would be addressed at this time. There were no objections.

ITEM 7a. Mr. Felix Boughton/Mr. Hugh Martin – To consider and take action with respect to adopting a resolution authorizing the advertising for sealed bids for the purchase of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2014, of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana, and providing for other matters in connection therewith.

MOTION: To adopt a resolution authorizing the advertising for sealed bids for the purchase of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2014, of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana, and providing for other matters in connection therewith.

A resolution authorizing the advertising for sealed bids for the purchase of Ten Million One Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($10,180,000) of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2014, of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana, and providing for other matters in connection therewith.

BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish School Board of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana, acting as the governing authority of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana, that:

1. SECTION The President of the Parish School Board of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”) is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to advertise in accordance with the provisions of law for sealed paper or electronic bids via PARITY® for the purchase of Ten Million One Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($10,180,000) of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2014 (the “Bonds”) of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana (the “Issuer”), authorized at a special election held in the Issuer on May 4, 2013, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving lands for building sites and playgrounds; including construction of necessary sidewalks and streets adjacent thereto; purchasing, erecting and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for the District, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public, under the authority conferred by Article VI, Section 33 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, Sub-Part A, Part III, Chapter 4, Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority. The Bonds will be initially issued in the name of Cede & Co., as nominee for The Depository Trust Company (“DTC”), as registered owner of the Bonds, and held in the custody of DTC (unless the successful bidder elects at the time of the sale to require bonds in other than book-entry only form). The Issuer and the Paying Agent acknowledge that they have executed and delivered a Letter of Representation with DTC and that the terms and provisions of said Letter of Representation shall govern in the event of any inconsistency between the provisions of this resolution and said Letter of Representation. A single certificate will be issued and delivered to DTC for each maturity of the Bonds. The Beneficial Owners will not receive physical delivery of Bond certificates except as provided herein. Beneficial Owners are expected to receive a written confirmation of their purchase providing details for the Bonds acquired. For so long as DTC shall continue to serve as securities depository for the Bonds as provided herein, all transfers of beneficial ownership interest will be made by book-entry only, and no investor or other party purchasing, selling or otherwise transferring beneficial ownership of Bonds is to receive, hold or deliver any Bond certificate.

For every transfer and exchange of the Bonds, the Beneficial Owner may be charged a sum sufficient to cover such Beneficial Owner’s allocable share of any tax, fee or other governmental charge that may be imposed in relation thereto.

Bond certificates are required to be delivered to and registered in the name of the Beneficial Owner under the following circumstances:

a. DTC determines to discontinue providing its service with respect to the Bonds. Such a determination may be made at any time by giving 30 days’ notice to the Issuer and the Paying Agent and discharging its responsibilities with respect thereto under applicable law.

b. The Issuer determines that continuation of the system of book-entry transfer through DTC (or a successor securities depository) is not in the best interests of the Beneficial Owners.

The Issuer and the Paying Agent will recognize DTC or its nominee as the Bondholder for all purposes, including notices and voting.

Neither the Issuer, nor the Paying Agent are responsible for the performance by DTC of any of its obligations, including, without limitation, the payment of moneys received by DTC, the forwarding of notices received by DTC or the giving of any consent or proxy in lieu of consent.

Whenever during the term of the Bonds the beneficial ownership thereof is determined by a book entry at DTC, the requirements of this resolution of holding, delivering or transferring the Bonds shall be deemed modified to require the appropriate person to meet the requirements of DTC as to registering or transferring the book entry to produce the same effect.

If at any time DTC ceases to hold the Bonds, all references herein to DTC shall be of no further force or effect.

The winning bidder (the “Purchaser”) at the time of the sale, however, may elect to not receive book-entry only Bonds, in which case the Purchaser will receive one type written Bond per maturity, exchangeable in the manner provided in the Resolution.

SECTION 2. The Bonds will be dated the date of delivery, will be payable from unlimited ad valorem taxation, will be in the denomination of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) each, or any integral multiple thereof within a single maturity, and will bear interest from date thereof, or the most recent interest payment date to which interest has been paid or duly provided for, at a rate or rates not exceeding five per centum (5%) per annum on any Bond in any interest payment period, said interest to be payable on September 1, 2014, and semiannually thereafter on March 1 and September 1 of each year. The Bonds will mature serially on March 1 of each year as follows, to-wit:

2. SECTION Those Bonds maturing March 1, 2025, and thereafter, will be callable for redemption by the Issuer in full or in part at any time on or after March 1, 2024, and if less than a full maturity, then by lot within such maturity, at the principal amount thereof and accrued interest to the date fixed for redemption. Bonds are not required to be redeemed in inverse order of maturity. In the event a Bond is of a denomination larger than $5,000, a portion of such Bond ($5,000 or any multiple thereof) may be redeemed. Official notice of such call of any of the Bonds for redemption will be given by first class mail, postage prepaid, by notice deposited in the United States mails not less than thirty (30) days prior to the redemption date addressed to the registered owner of each bond to be redeemed at his address as shown on the registration books of the Paying Agent.

3. SECTION The Bonds shall be sold in the manner required by law, and in accordance with the terms of this resolution, the official Notice of Bond Sale herein set forth, and the Official Statement referred to in Section 6 hereof. In advertising the Bonds for sale, the Parish School Board shall reserve the right to reject any and all bids received.

4. SECTION The President of the Governing Authority is hereby further empowered, authorized and directed to issue a Notice of Bond Sale and cause the same to be published as required by law, which Notice of Bond Sale shall be in substantially the following form:

will be received until 10:00 o'clock a.m., Central Time (Louisiana Time), on

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Parish School Board of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana (the “Governing Authority”) acting as the governing authority of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana, will receive sealed bids or electronic bids via PARITY® at the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board Meeting Room located in the Central Office, 118 W. 10^th Street, Reserve, Louisiana 70084 until Ten (10:00) o'clock a.m., Louisiana Time, Central Time, on Thursday, May 1, 2014, (or such other date as may be determined by the President and advertised by Munifacts Disclosure Service) for the purchase of Ten Million One Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($10,180,000) of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2014 (the "Bonds") of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana (the "Issuer"), authorized at a special election held in the Issuer on May 4, 2013, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving lands for building sites and playgrounds; including construction of necessary sidewalks and streets adjacent thereto; purchasing, erecting and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for the District, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public, under the authority conferred by Article VI, Section 33 of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana of 1974, Sub-Part A, Part III, Chapter 4, Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority.

Electronic bids will be received for the Bonds via PARITY®, in the manner described below, until 10:00 a.m., Louisiana time, on Thursday, May 1, 2014.

Bids may be submitted electronically via PARITY® pursuant to this Official Notice of Bond Sale until 10:00 a.m., Louisiana time, but no bid will be received after the time for receiving bids specified above. To the extent any instructions or directions set forth in PARITY® conflict with this Official Notice of Bond Sale, the terms of this Official Notice of Bond Sale shall control. For further information about PARITY®, potential bidders may contact PARITY® at (212) 849-5021.

Each prospective electronic bidder shall be solely responsible to register to bid via PARITY® as described above. Each qualified prospective electronic bidder shall be solely responsible to make necessary arrangements to access PARITY® for the purposes of submitting its bid in a timely manner and in compliance with the requirements of the Notice of Sale. Neither the Issuer nor PARITY®, shall have any duty or obligation to provide or assure access to PARITY® to any prospective bidder, and neither the Issuer nor PARITY® shall be responsible for a bidder's failure to register to bid or for proper operation of, or have any liability for any delays or interruptions of, or any damages caused by, PARITY®. The Issuer is using PARITY® as a communication mechanism, and not as the Issuer's agent, to conduct the electronic bidding for the Bonds. No other form of electronic bid or provider of electronic bidding services will be accepted. The Issuer is not bound by any advice and determination of PARITY® to the effect that any particular bid complies with the terms of this Official Notice of Bond Sale and in particular the bid requirements hereinafter set forth. All costs and expenses incurred by prospective bidders in connection with their registration and submission of bids via PARITY® are the sole responsibility of the bidders; and the Issuer is not responsible, directly or indirectly, for any of such costs or expenses. If a prospective bidder encounters any difficulty in submitting, modifying or withdrawing a bid for the Bonds, he should telephone PARITY® at (212) 849-5021 and notify the Issuer's Bond Counsel, Foley & Judell, L.L.P. at (504) 568-1249.

Electronic bids must be submitted for the purchase of the Bonds via PARITY®. Bids will be communicated electronically to the Issuer at 10:00 .m., local Louisiana time, on May 1, 2014. Prior to that time, a prospective bidder may (1) submit the proposed terms of its bid via PARITY®, (2) modify the proposed terms of its bid, in which event the proposed terms as last modified will (unless the bid is withdrawn as described herein) constitute its bid for the Bonds, or (3) withdraw its proposed bid. Once the bids are communicated electronically via PARITY® to the Issuer, each bid will constitute an irrevocable offer to purchase the Bonds on the terms therein provided. For purposes of the electronic bidding process, the time as maintained on PARITY® shall constitute the official time.

Bids will also be accepted in written form on the Official Bid Form. The Issuer will receive sealed bids at the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board Meeting Room located in the Central Office, 118 W. 10^th Street, Reserve, Louisiana 70084, for the purchase of $10,180,000 of principal amount of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2014 of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana. Each bid must be in written form on the Official Bid Form in a sealed envelope marked "Proposal for the Purchase of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2014 of School District No. 1 of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, State of Louisiana". For purposes of accepting written bids, the time as maintained on PARITY® shall constitute the official time.

The Bonds will be dated the date of delivery, will be payable from unlimited ad valorem taxation, and will be in the denomination of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000) each, or any integral multiple thereof within a single maturity. The Bonds will bear interest from date thereof or the most recent interest payment date to which interest has been paid or duly provided for, at a rate or rates not exceeding five per centum (5%) per annum on any Bond in any interest payment period, said interest to be payable on September 1, 2014, and semiannually thereafter on March 1 and September 1 of each year. The Bonds will mature serially on March 1 of each year as follows, to-wit:

The Bonds will be issued as fully registered bonds in “book-entry only” form and registered in the name of Cede & Co., as nominee of The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York (“DTC”). DTC will act as securities depository for the bonds, and purchasers of the Bonds will not receive certificates representing their interest in the Bonds purchased. The winning bidder (the “Purchaser”) at the time of the sale, however, may elect to not receive book-entry only Bonds, in which case the Purchaser will receive one type written Bond per maturity, exchangeable in the manner provided in the Resolution.

Those Bonds maturing March 1, 2025, and thereafter, will be callable for redemption by the Issuer in full or in part at any time on or after March 1, 2024, and if less than a full maturity, then by lot within such maturity, at the principal amount thereof and accrued interest, if any, to the date fixed for redemption. Bonds are not required to be redeemed in inverse order of maturity. In the event a Bond is of a denomination larger than $5,000, a portion of such Bond ($5,000 or any multiple thereof) may be redeemed. Official notice of such call of any of the Bonds for redemption will be given by first class mail, postage prepaid, by notice deposited in the United States mails not less than thirty (30) days prior to the redemption date addressed to the registered owner of each bond to be redeemed at his address as shown on the registration books of the Paying Agent.

The principal of the Bonds, upon maturity or redemption, will be payable at the principal corporate trust office of the Paying Agent upon presentation and surrender thereof, and interest on the Bonds will be payable by the Paying Agent by check mailed by the Paying Agent to the registered owner (determined as of the 15th calendar day of the month next preceding said interest payment date) at the address as shown on the books of said Paying Agent. Said Paying Agent will be a qualified bank or trust company selected by the Issuer.

Except as provided under DTC’s book-entry only system, the Bonds may be transferred, registered and assigned only on the registration books of the Paying Agent, and such registration shall be at the expense of the Issuer. A Bond may be assigned by the execution of an assignment form on the Bonds or by other instruments of transfer and assignment acceptable to the Paying Agent. A new Bond or Bonds will be delivered by the Paying Agent to the last assignee (the new registered owner) in exchange for such transferred and assigned Bonds after receipt of the Bonds to be transferred in proper form. Such new Bond or Bonds must be in the denomination of $5,000 or any integral multiple thereof within a single maturity. Neither the Issuer nor the Paying Agent shall be required to issue, register, transfer or exchange (i) any Bond during a period beginning at the opening of business on the 15th day of the month next preceding an interest payment date and ending at the close of business on the interest payment date, or (ii) any Bond called for redemption prior to maturity during a period beginning at the opening of business fifteen (15) days before the date of the mailing of a notice of redemption of such Bonds and ending on the date of such redemption.

In connection with the sale of the Bonds, a good faith deposit of 1% of the principal amount of the Bonds will be required. The manner and timing of such deposit shall be set forth in the Preliminary Official Statement for the Bonds. The good faith deposit of the successful bidder or bidders will be deposited and the proceeds credited against the purchase price of the series of Bonds, or in the case of neglect or refusal to comply with such bid, will be forfeited to the Issuer as and for liquidated damages. No interest will be allowed on the amount of the good faith deposit.

Bidders shall name the rate or rates of interest the Bonds shall bear, not exceeding five per centum (5%) per annum on any Bond in any interest payment period. Bids must stipulate a purchase price for the Bonds of not less than the par value thereof and accrued interest, if any, from the date of the Bonds to the date of delivery of the Bonds. No bid which specifies cancellation of the Bonds will be considered. No bids providing for additional or supplemental interest will be considered.

The Governing Authority will meet at the place and time hereinabove set forth for the receipt of bids. The Bonds will be awarded to the bidder whose bid offers the lowest "true interest cost" to the Issuer for the full authorized amount of the Bonds, to be determined by doubling the semiannual interest rate (compounded semiannually) necessary to discount the debt service payments on the Bonds from the payment dates to the date of delivery, such that the sum of such present values is equal to the price bid, including any premium bid (the preceding calculation is sometimes referred to as the "Canadian Interest Cost Method" or "Present Value Method"). In the case of a tie bid, the winning bid will be awarded by lot. If any bid for the Bonds shall be acceptable, a prompt award of the bonds will be made. The right is expressly reserved to waive any irregularity in any bid or to reject any and all bids received.

The Official Statement containing pertinent information relative to the authorization, sale and security of the Bonds is being prepared and may be obtained upon its completion from the Issuer's Bond Counsel, Foley & Judell, L.L.P., One Canal Place, Suite 2600, 365 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130. The Purchaser will be furnished a reasonable number of final official statements on or before the seventh business day following the sale of the Bonds.

The approving legal opinion of Foley & Judell, L.L.P., Bond Counsel, who have supervised the proceedings, the printed Bonds and the transcripts of record as passed upon will be furnished to the successful bidders without cost to them. Said transcripts will contain the usual closing proofs, including a certificate that up to the time of delivery no litigation has been filed questioning the validity of the Bonds or the respective tax revenues necessary to pay the same.

It is anticipated that the American Bankers' Association Committee on Uniform Security Identification Procedures (CUSIP) identification numbers will be printed on the Bonds, but the failure to print such numbers shall not constitute cause for refusal by the successful bidder to accept delivery of and to pay for the Bonds. No CUSIP identification number shall be deemed to be part of any Bond or a part of the contract evidenced thereby, and no liability shall hereafter attach to the Issuer or any of the officers or agents thereof because of or on account of such numbers. All expenses in relation to the printing of the CUSIP identification numbers on the Bonds shall be paid by the Issuer. However, the CUSIP Service Bureau charge for the assignment of such numbers shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid by the successful bidder.

In order to assist bidders in complying with S.E.C. Rule 15c2-12(b)(5), the Governing Authority will undertake, pursuant to the resolution providing for the issuance of the Bonds and a Continuing Disclosure Certificate, to provide annual reports and notices of certain events. A description of this undertaking is set forth in the Preliminary Official Statement and will also be set forth in the Final Official Statement.

For information relative to the Bonds and not contained in the Notice of Bond Sale and Official Statement, address Mr. Felix Boughton, Finance Director, St. John the Baptist Parish School Board, 118 W. 10^th Street, Reserve, Louisiana 70084, or Foley & Judell, L.L.P, One Canal Place, Suite 2600, 365 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130, Bond Counsel.

5. SECTION This Governing Authority will meet in open and public session at the time and place set out in the Notice of Bond Sale incorporated herein (or such other date as may be determined by the President of the Governing Authority and advertised by Munifacts Disclosure Service), for the purpose of receiving bids for the Bonds, considering and taking action upon the bids, and taking any other action required by this resolution, or necessary to effectuate the issuance, sale and delivery of the Bonds. If any award of the Bonds shall be made, such award shall be made for not less than par and accrued interest, if any, to the best bidder for the Bonds, such award and best bidder to be determined in accordance with the aforesaid Notice of Bond Sale.

6. SECTION There shall be prepared an Official Bid Form for the submission of bids and an Official Statement which shall contain complete bidding details, security features and other pertinent information relative to the sale and issuance of the Bonds as may be deemed necessary, advisable or desirable, which Official Bid Form and Official Statement shall be distributed to all prospective bidders and other interested parties.

7. SECTION In order to assist bidders in complying with S.E.C. Rule 15c2-12(b)(5), the Governing Authority will undertake, pursuant to the resolution providing for the issuance of the Bonds and a Continuing Disclosure Certificate, to provide annual reports and notices of certain events. A description of this undertaking will be set forth in the Preliminary Official Statement and the Final Official Statement.

This resolution having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:

ITEM 6a. Ms. Page Eschette – Request approval of new job description: Account Coordinator

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs the necessary work for all general accounting functions of St. John the Baptist School Board

For individuals with a disability, hiring decisions will be based on the individual's ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Monitors all student activity fund accounting, including setting up new schools/accounting systems.

2. Provides continuous training and support for school/central office bookkeepers.

13. Obtains Certified Louisiana School Business Administrator (CLSBA) certification within seven years after hire.

14. Coordinates the preparation of yearly W-2 Income Tax Statements and Form 1099.

17. Serves as backup to the executive director of business and finance in his/her absence.

18. Follows the rules and regulations of the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board.

19. Notifies supervisor promptly in case of absence and communicates in advance the date of return so that proper provisions can be made.

22. Observes professional lines of communication at all times with individuals inside and outside the school system.

23. Assisted by his/her evaluator, collaboratively develop and implement a professional growth plan based on the district’s Personnel Evaluation criteria.

24. Serves as an acceptable role model for students, demonstrates personal and intellectual honesty and respects the rights of others.

25. Makes use of constructive criticism and avoids use of sarcasm, undue criticism, inappropriate language and behavior, and use of racial and/or ethnic slurs when dealing with others.

26. Accepts other duties as may be assigned which are related to the scope of the job.

The Accounting Coordinator is required to: 1) work in an office type setting, climate controlled environment adhering to school board energy policy; 2) sometimes work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by job responsibilities and supervisors; 3) often visit schools and attend meetings in various locations locally and outside the parish.

The Accounting Coordinator must be able to: 1) communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; 2) have ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunication system; 3) communicate successfully and pleasantly with the public and St. John Parish school system employees; 4) accurately compile data, summarize information and provide written reports to supervisor; 5) represent school system at various public functions.

Sitting is required most of each work day. Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, reaching, bending lifting up to 10-50 pounds is sometimes required. Ability to provide own transportation to schools, work locations, and meeting sites. Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations,

The Accounting Coordinator must: 1) understand and interpret written and verbal instructions from supervisor; 2) must be able to work independently with minimal supervision; 3) comply with federal, state and parish regulations.

The Accounting coordinator must be able: 1) to work compatibly in group settings; 2) to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvement.

A baccalaureate degree in accounting or finance with three (3) years of governmental accounting experience.

ITEM 6b. Ms. Page Eschette – Request approval of new job description: Instructional Technology Facilitator

ST. JOHN PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To train personnel to use technology effectively in instruction and/or the support of instruction; to facilitate learning activities in the areas of basic computer literacy, productivity software, curriculum software, instructional strategies, and projects for the Worldwide Web; and to schedule, manage, and maintain the technology training facility for all district schools.

For individuals with a disability, hiring decisions will be based on the individual's ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Provides for the staff development in the use of educational technology as an instructional tool.

2. Works with the curriculum team to develop or procure educational programs to meet instructional objectives.

3. Aids principals and teachers in establishing and organizing the use of instructional technology and its integration in the curriculum.

4. Monitors the instructional technology programs to assure that instruction is appropriate to achieve system wide objectives.

5. Participates in the evaluation of the use of instructional technology in the curriculum and the program of educational technology instruction to determine strengths and weaknesses and helps to develop plans for improvement at the school and system level.

6. Assists in the evaluation of instructional technology methods and educational technology programs and recommends such changes and improvements as are needed.

7. Plans with the administrative staff for educational technology staff development.

8. Consults with administration in the scheduling of personnel for training and development.

9. Demonstrates new techniques or activities and materials for the purpose of staff development.

10. Assisted by his/her evaluator, collaboratively develops and implements a professional growth plan based on the district’s Personnel Evaluation criteria.

11. Participates in professional growth activities for improvement of knowledge and skills, such as study conferences, professional meetings, self-appraisal, and discussion of professional problems and opportunities.

13. Implements best practices related to technology use in the school program based on research, pilot programs, and state/national standards.

14. Follows the rules and regulations of the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board.

15. Notifies supervisor promptly in case of absence, and communicates in advance the date of return so that proper provisions can be made.

18. Observes professional lines of communications at all times with individuals inside and outside the school system.

19. Serves as an acceptable role model for students, demonstrates personal and intellectual honesty and respects the rights of others.

20. Makes use of constructive criticism and avoids use of sarcasm, undue criticism, inappropriate language and behavior, and use of racial and/or ethnic slurs when dealing with others.

21. Accepts other duties as may be assigned which are related to the scope of the job.

Must be able to (1) work in a school setting which includes both a climate controlled environment and outside areas which are subject to climate extremes, and (2) comply with teacher hours at assigned school site.

Must be able to (1) effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing; (2) accurately give and receive information; and (3) communicate successfully and pleasantly with teachers, administrators, students, parents, and other school personnel.

Must be able to (1) stand, walk, reach, bend, and occasionally lift between 10 – 50 pounds, and (2) operate and use technology equipment.

Must be able to (1) independently plan and implement activities to address the needs of both teachers and students; (2) understand and interpret written and verbal instructions; (3) follow written and verbal instructions; and (4) comply with state, parish and federal regulations.

Must be able to (1) work cooperatively and professionally with others; and (2) respond positively to supervision and accept suggestions for improvement.

Travel required between all district schools being served by the position. Must be able to provide own transportation for travel.

Education/Certification – Master’s degree. Type A/ Level 3 preferred or 10 years teaching experience with a Louisiana teaching certificate.

Degree in Instructional Technology or Information Science; and/or previous training and experience in providing staff development.

ITEM 6c. Ms. Page Eschette – Request approval of new job description: Curriculum Facilitator

Scope of Responsibilities: Provides the support necessary to develop competencies within leaders and teachers to improve content knowledge, data analysis to instructional alignment, and to create cultures of collaboration focusing on results in order to ensure that all students learn.

For individuals with a disability, hiring decisions will be based on the individual’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Analyzes student performance data at the district and school levels and align curriculum and professional development to meet the district goals

2. Ensures the integrity and validity of all assessments administered and that all assessments are aligned with state assessments, GLE’s, and the Comprehensive Curriculum/Common Core

3. Analyzes results of assessments such as DIBELS, IOWA, iLEAP, LEAP, and benchmark posttests to determine student growth and identify strengths and weaknesses

4. Provides job-embedded support and guidance at the district level and at the school level

5. Plans and implements professional development activities at the district level and at the school level when necessary

6. Provides professional development to teachers and administrators on the implementation of Curriculum

7. Assists schools/teachers in developing appropriate teacher-made student assessments to accurately reflect achievement of the objectives in the Curriculum

8. Researches programs, materials, and professional development opportunities for schools as requested

9. Assists administrators in collecting and interpreting data in the core curriculum focus areas

10. Conducts walk-through observations with school administrators and provide actionable instructionally substantive feedback

11. Assists administrators in analyzing and interpreting student achievement data results to determine school-specific professional development needs

12. Serves as district administrator for online programs used to support curriculum development

13. Serves as Trainer of Trainers (TOT) for curriculum related programs and strategies

14. Attends workshops, in-services, and conferences to gain insight and knowledge on curriculum related topics

16. Collaborates with leadership teams to develop, evaluate (based on student data), and implement strategic plans aligned with the district vision; assist in the creation and management of the plan

17. Participates in PLC’s at the district and school level and ensure implementation of ongoing action based research in order to better identify and share best teaching and leading practices across the district

18. Seeks out opportunities for professional development and make a systematic effort to conduct action research through the participation in district-level Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to enhance and improve personal proficiency

19. Coordinates district level initiatives ie. SOY, Science/Social Studies Fair, etc.

23. Notifies the principal promptly in case of absence, and communicates in advance the date of return so that proper provisions can be made

25. Maintains neat, accurate, current and complete records and reports and submits on time to the appropriate personnel when requested

29. Serves as an acceptable model for students, demonstrates personal and intellectual honesty and respects the rights of others.

30. Makes use of constructive criticism and avoids use of sarcasm, undue criticism, inappropriate language and behavior, and use of racial and/or ethnic slurs when dealing with others

31. Accepts other duties as may be assigned which are related to the scope of the job

The Curriculum Facilitator is required to: 1) work in an office type setting, climate controlled environment adhering to school board energy policy; 2) sometimes work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by job responsibilities and supervisors; 3) often visit schools and attend meetings in various locations locally and outside the parish.

The Curriculum Facilitator must be able to: 1) communicate in English both orally and in writing; 2) have ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunication system; 3) communicate successfully and pleasantly with the public; 4) accurately compile data, summarize information and provide written reports to supervisor; 5) have ability to represent school system at various public functions.

Sitting is required most of each work day. Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting up to 10-50 pounds is sometimes required. Ability to provide own transportation to schools, work locations, and meeting sites. Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

The Curriculum Facilitator must: 1) understand and interpret written and verbal instructions from supervisor; 2) must be able to work independently with minimal supervision; 3) have ability to manage, direct, supervise and evaluate staff; and 4) comply with federal, state, and parish regulations.

The Curriculum Facilitator must be: 1) able to work compatibly in group settings; 2) able to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvement; 3) able to use resourcefulness, tact, and sensitivity in meeting and assisting persons who make inquiries about federal and state programs as well as work positively with other departments.

Education/Certification – Master’s degree. Type A/ Level 3 preferred or 10 years teaching experience with a Louisiana teaching certificate.

Five years of successful professional experience. Experience in group facilitation, planning, problem solving coaching, and other leadership activities.

ITEM 7b. Ms. Terry Charles, Child Nutrition Consultant – Request board approval to advertise for bids for the SY 2014-2015 for Bread, Milk, Processed Foods – Staples, Frozen Foods, Meat/Meat Products, Cleaning Supplies, Paper Supplies, Large and Small Equipment for cafeterias.

MOTION: Board approval to advertise for bids for the SY 2014-2015 for Bread, Milk, Processed Foods – Staples, Frozen Foods, Meat/Meat Products, Cleaning Supplies, Paper Supplies, Large and Small Equipment for cafeterias.

ITEM 7c. Ms. Pamelyn Smith – Request Board approval for Head Start Grant Application.

Mr. Boughton stated this salary schedule was for introduction only and he would ask for approval at the next regularly scheduled board meeting.

ITEM 8a. Mr. Felix Boughton – Accept lease on section 16^th property for five years.

BE IT KNOWN, that on the 12^TH day of March, 2014, the below named parties have entered into the following agreement:

St. John the Baptist Parish School Board, a governmental subdivision of the State of Louisiana, appearing herein through Clarence Triche, its duly authorized President, hereinafter referred to as “Lessor”, and

Lessor hereby leases to Lessee, for the alligator seasons only, the next five (5) calendar years, (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018) its interest in the following described property:

The leased property shall be used only for hunting alligators and alligators egg collection for the alligator seasons set by the State of Louisiana or its agencies. Should Lessee fail to hunt for alligators during any said alligator seasons, Lessor shall have the right to cancel this lease agreement.

Lessee shall not make any nuisance use of the premises. Under no circumstances shall any hazardous materials be brought onto or stored on said premises.

If in the opinion of the Lessor, the premises or any part thereof are not being used for the authorized purposes, the Lessor may give the Lessee written notice requiring the Lessee to terminate such improper use within ten (10) days thereafter. A failure to comply with request shall constitute a breach of this lease, which will entitle the Lessor to immediate possession of the premises hereby leased (in addition to all other remedies given to the Lessor in case of any of the conditions or covenants of this lease).

As consideration for the lease of the premises herein, Lessee agrees to pay $ 5 per year.

Lessor reserves the right to allow anyone else to use the property for any other reason except to hunt alligators and egg collection during the seasons mentioned above.

Lessee shall not assign or transfer this lease or sublease the subject property or any portion thereof or allow anyone else to hunt alligators or enter upon the leased property without the prior written consent of the Lessor. Although the lessee shall not assign or transfer this lease, the lessee may sell or give away any eggs collected or any tags issued for hunting.

Lessee shall be required to obtain all permits and tags necessary to legally hunt and sell alligators and shall comply with all laws and regulations concerning alligator hunting, selling and egg collection and the use of property for those purposes and should he fail to do so the Lessor may, at its option terminate this lease agreement.

No alterations, demolitions, additions or improvements to the leased premises shall be made by Lessee without first obtaining the written consent of Lessor. Any alteration, addition or improvement made, and all fixtures installed by the Lessee after such consent is given, which are permanently attached to the property, at the termination of the agreement become the property of the Lessor and all improvements not permanently attached shall remain the property of the Lessee, provided, however that the Lessor shall have the right to require the Lessee to put said premises in a suitable condition and repair any damage to the property and Lessee shall be required, at its expense, to make any alterations or remove any additions and fixtures installed by Lessee necessary to accomplish the above. Lessee shall be allowed a period of 90 days to remove said improvements and to perform the necessary work to place the premises in suitable condition. Should Lessor fail or neglect to do said work in said period of time, Lessor

shall have the right, but not he obligation, to perform said work and Lessee shall be required to reimburse Lessor for all expenses incurred.

At the commencement of the term, the Lessee shall accept the leased property, in its existing condition. No representation, statement, or warranty, expressed or implied, has been made by or on behalf of the Lessor as to such condition, or as to the use that may be made of such property. In no event shall the Lessor be liable for any defect in such property or for any limitation on its use. Lessee assumes all responsibility for the condition of the property and hereby releases Lessor from any and all liability for any injury or damage suffered by Lessee.

It is understood and agreed to be Lessor and Lessee and Lessee that Lessor shall have no responsibility toward Lessee for the maintenance, repair or replacement of anything concerning or connected with said leased premises.

Lessee shall permit the Lessor or the authorized representatives of the Lessor, to enter the demised premises at all reasonable times for the purpose of inspecting the same during any of the alligator seasons mentioned above.

All notices and payments due under this lease agreement shall be mailed or delivered as follows:

The notices required to be given under this lease shall be in writing and by certified mail addressed to the Lessee at the above address of Lessor at the above address, and such mailing shall constitute full proof of and compliance with the requirements of notice, regardless whether addressee receives notice or not.

Lessee shall be obligated to advise Lessor of the number of alligator tags issued to him at the beginning of each alligator season. Lessee shall also be obligated to show proof, upon request of Lessor, that Lessee has obtained all necessary permits to hunt and sell alligators for each alligator season mentioned in above.

In the event Lessee should default on any of his obligations or restrictions as provided in this lease agreement and should fail or refuse to correct or remedy said default, Lessor may, at its option, cancel and terminate this lease agreement.

This lease agreement shall only be amended by a written amendment signed by both parites.

In the event it should become necessary for Lessor to file suit to enforce any of its rights under this lease agreement Lessee shall be obligated to pay and/or reimburse Lessor for all of its costs, expenses and any attorney’s fees.

BE IT KNOWN, that on the 12^th day of March 2014, the below named parties have entered into the following agreement:

Lessor hereby leases to Lessee, for the alligator seasons only, the next five (5) years, (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018) its interest in the following described property:

Lessee shall not make any nuisance use of the premises. Under no circumstances shall any hazardous materials be brought onto or stored on said premises.

As consideration for the lease of the premises herein, Lessee agrees to pay $3,500 per year.

Lessor reserves the right to allow anyone else to use the property for any other reason except to hunt alligators and egg collection during the seasons mentioned above.

All notices and payments due under this lease agreement shall be mailed or delivered as follows:

This lease agreement shall only be amended by a written amendment signed by both parties.

ITEM 9a. Mrs. Lanette Perrin – Introduction of School Calendar for 2014-15 school year.

This item was for introduction only. Mr. Boughton stated that the new policy was created to be more “in-line” with state policy.

ALL OUT OF PARISH TRAVEL MUST BE PRE-APPROVED BY THE SUPERINTENDENT OR SUPERINTENDENT’S DESIGNEE

A. Travelers meals - Meals will be reimbursed only if the employee stays overnight and the overnight stay was necessary.

The board convened in closed session to hear student appeal 13-04-0320 at 7:05 p.m.

MOTION: To uphold the decision made by administration with the understanding that the Superintendent and/or his designee will meet with the family to develop a plan to increase the overall safety of the students at SJAS.

MOTION: To waive policy to allow discussion of addressing safety at the St. John Alternative School.

Mr. Wise stated that he would like to ask the board to formally invite the Legislative Auditor’s Performance Division to conduct an observation of the St. John Alternative School and make recommendations to the board to improve performance and safety at the school.

ITEM 12. ADJOURNMENT - The agenda having been completed, and there being no further business, there was a

August
4 - 7	Professional Development Days
8	First Day of School for Students
15	First Day for Kindergarten / Universal PreK / LA4 / Model Early Students

September
1	Labor Day Holiday
15	Professional Development Day – No School for Students

October
10	End of First Nine Weeks
13 – 14	Fall Break – Schools Closed

November
24 - 28	Thanksgiving Holidays

December
1	EOC Testing Begins
19	End of Second Nine Weeks
22 – 31	Christmas Holidays

January
1 – 2	New Year’s Holidays
5	Professional Development Day – No School for Students
6	Students Return to School
19	Martin Luther King Holiday

February
9	Professional Development Day – No School for Students
16 – 20	Mardi Gras Holidays

March
9	PARCC (Phase I) Testing Begins
16	End of Third Nine Weeks
17	ACT Testing

April
1 - 7	Easter Holidays
14 - 17	LEAP/iLEAP Testing
22	EOC/PARCC (Phase II) Testing Begins

May
22	Last Day for Students / End of Fourth Nine Weeks
25	Records’ Day