2023-04-20

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, April 20, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

The Chair called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and called for a moment of silence, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Mrs. Johnson read the following during the moment of silence regarding a tragic accident in which we lost one of our students and her mother. Mikaela Torres-Camilo was a 5^th grade student at John L. Ory. The following was written by Mikaela’s teachers, Mrs. Porter and Mrs. Mender:

“Mikaela was a shining light in the classroom. She earned the title of "Teacher's Assistant" because she was always there to give a helping hand to her teachers when her classmates struggled to understand the lesson. She was the first one to volunteer to help her classmates during independent work and in small groups. Her attention to detail and the expressive way she wrote made grading her writing a breeze! She always tried to do her absolute best and was always so proud of her grades.

Outside of the classroom, she was called the "Lip Gloss Queen"! Mikaela always had at least 5 different lip glosses with her everywhere she went. She would spend her time at recess playing tag with her friends and practicing her lines for the play. She was given a major role in the school play and was eager to get on stage and showcase her talents. She also enjoyed singing. She had a beautiful singing voice and could be heard singing songs she loved at recess. She will be missed by her classmates, her teachers, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.”

Also, Mikala’s sister, Eixela Camilo, was also in the accident and is currently in the hospital. Eixela is an 8^th grade student at John L. Ory. The below was written by her teacher(s):

“Our eighth graders were and continue to be greatly concerned about their friend and classmate, Eixela, and her ongoing condition. Eixela is a wonderful person, first and foremost, and a good student. I would say that friendship is her first priority at school, and it is with her friends that her personality truly comes out. Second only to friends is her love of snacks. When sharing thoughts of Eixela's characteristics, three of her teachers mentioned that she often asks for a snack or two, never insisting, and always sincerely appreciative of any snacks that were provided. School work came up as one more priority. Eixela's quiet demeanor outside of social time wouldn't stop her from constantly calling her teachers over to check her work, second guessing herself, striving to perform well.

Not to leave out her mother, Jenniffer, a wonderful parent to communicate with. There was a language barrier that she didn't shy from, with an easy colloquial style that sounded nonchalant and authentic. I loved the challenge of matching her speaking style in a language that I struggle with. It was fun to try to make my broken Spanish feature idioms and phrases I hoped made sense. Only adding to this was the truly happy and supportive nature Jenniffer held. I always looked forward to her dojo messages.”

The Chair noted that Mrs. Mitchell-Williams is out of town and Mrs. Vicknair is running late.

ITEM 3a. Public Comment. Meetings of: March 16, 2023 and March 28, 2023 Board Workshop

MOTION: To approve the minutes from the meetings of: March 16, 2023 and March 28, 2023 Board Workshop

ITEM 4a. District Updates - Superintendent Rebecca Johnson shared the following information/updates:

LEAP 2025 – High School Testing began on Tuesday, 4/18/2023; Elementary Testing begins on Tuesday, 4/25/2023

GRADE SPANS: Grades: 2nd, 3rd, and 4th: All students who have scored below proficient on the state-approved literacy screener. (Bulletin 1566, revised October 2022, requires that third and fourth-grade students who score below grade level on an end-of-year literacy assessment must receive 30 hours of summer literacy interventions consisting of explicit, targeted literacy instruction based on the science of reading or they will be retained. This guidance clarifies how to determine which students should receive summer literacy interventions and resources to support the assessment process and instructional planning.)

Grades: K, 1st, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th: RETAINED STUDENTS ONLY will participate.

ITEM 6a. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green - Request approval of Revised Policy: JCABA – Searches-Student’s Person (Discipline Committee Approval 04-03-23 & Executive Committee Approval 04-05-23)

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

The St. John the Baptist Parish School Board authorizes the principal or designee to conduct the search of a student’s person (body search), either by a search with a metal detector, or as described below, when the teacher, administrator or security guard has probable cause to suspect that the student possesses an item which may pose a danger to the student(s) or to the welfare of the student body. The above shall be with the knowledge, and under the supervision, of the principal or designee.

While the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board is deeply concerned that all constitutional rights are recognized and observed by all school personnel, the Board enforces that students shall not use the school as a sanctuary from the law, a place within which to create disruptions, or a setting which endangers the welfare and safety of others.

All teachers or administrative personnel who have probable cause that a student is in possession of weapons, illegal drugs, or stolen property shall be authorized to request that the principal search the person of said student under the following conditions:

1. Such a search shall be conducted in a manner that is reasonably related to the purpose of the search and not excessively intrusive in the light of the age or sex of the student and the nature of the suspected offense.

3. If after the pat down or frisk the principal/designee still has probable cause that a student is in possession of weapons or illegal drugs, he/she shall be authorized to request the student to change clothing to gym clothing in full view of the person(s) conducting the body search. Any search of a student’s person shall be done privately by the principal/designee or central office administrator, of the same sex as the student to be searched. At least one witness (employee) who is also of the same sex as said student shall be present throughout the search. Detailed documentation shall be made of all searches.

4. Any such action shall neither willfully nor deliberately be intended to embarrass, harass, or intimidate the student.

5. Any evidence seized as a result of a search may be used in criminal or juvenile court prosecution and school disciplinary actions.

A record of the search shall be made. One copy shall be filed by the principal. One copy shall be sent to the Superintendent. The student(s) shall be given a receipt for all items impounded. All confiscated items shall be kept by the principal or Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance in a locked and secure place and be marked for identification by the custodian. Said items may be turned over to the Sheriff’s office.

Random searches with a metal detector of a student or his/her personal effects may be conducted at any time, provided they are conducted without deliberate touching of the student. In the event that the conductor of the search finds that there is probable cause that the student has a weapon or illegal drugs, the search may proceed according to the above steps with approval of the principal.

NOTE: Parent(s)/guardian(s) shall be notified whenever a student is searched for drugs weapons or alcohol.

Ref: U.S. Const. Amend. IV; U.S. Const. Amend. XIV, Sec. 1; Moore v. Student Affairs Committee of Troy State University, 284 F. Supp. 725 (M.D. Ala. 1970); La. Rev. Stat. Ann. §17:416.3.

ITEM 6b. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval of Revised Policy: JCABC – Interrogations (Discipline Committee Approval 04-03-23 & Executive Committee Approval 04-05-23)

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

The St. John the Baptist Parish School Board fully recognizes the responsibility police or

child protection agencies have to protect all citizens by enforcing the laws of the community. The School Board, in turn, has the responsibility to protect the students attending the schools of the district. Therefore, public agency officials may visit the school to obtain information or on other official business. Any public agency official entering school premises, however, shall be required to report first to the office of the principal, state his/her purpose, and produce proper identification.

Any time the questioning of a student (under 18 years of age) by law enforcement authority is in order, the parent or guardian of the student must be present.

When a student is being questioned about activities which might lead to police involvement, in order to protect the student’s rights, he/she must be advised of the following:

3. That he/she has the right to the presence of an attorney and/or a parent/guardian.

If the principal determines that the student does not comprehend his/her rights, or upon the student’s request, the principal shall contact the student’s parents/guardians before the student is questioned.

If drugs are possessed, transferred, or sold on school property, immediate action will be taken to cooperate with law officials in the apprehension of the individual(s) responsible and in confiscation of the drugs.

The student’s school activities shall not be interrupted for police interrogation when the issue concerns activities unrelated to school time, school property, or official school-sponsored functions.

ITEM 6c. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval of Revised Policy: DJ – Expenditure of Funds (Executive Committee Approval 04-05-23)

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

In accordance with statutory provisions, the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board shall direct the Superintendent to serve as treasurer for the School Board, who shall receive, hold in custody, and expend all funds as directed by the Board and in conformance with statutory accounting and budgetary requirements. The Superintendent shall also maintain pertinent regulations and procedures to assure the proper expending of Board funds.

The Board shall authorize the School Board administration to process and issue payment without obtaining the Superintendent's and Board President's approval for: Board approved contracts (i.e. life insurance, health insurance); payroll deductions; utilities; and federal, state and local mandated disbursements (i.e. retirement, social security).

All other payments shall be approved by the Superintendent and Board President before payment is issued.

The School Board’s policy on cash disbursements shall ensure a system of proper checks and balances, that all disbursements are supported by adequate documentation, that vendor records are safe guarded and that all vendors are paid in a timely manner. The goal of the School Board is have an invoice paid within thirty (30) days from the date the goods or services are received and approved.

In all instances, payments shall not be released before obtaining approval from the ~~Director of Business Services~~ Executive Director of Finance or Chief Financial Office, who shall verify the availability of cash.

ITEM 6d. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval of Revised Policy: CI – Administrative Records (Personnel Committee Approval 04-03-23 & Executive Committee Approval 04-05-23)

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

School district records are public records and are available for inspection by any person at reasonable times during working hours. However, certain school documents, such as pupil school health records, pupil report cards, supervisory reports on teachers, budget worksheets, and personnel folders are in the category of privileged information and are not public records. Access to or release of privileged information such as pupil or personnel records, shall be governed by appropriate regulations and procedures.

Official records of the school district shall not leave the school or district premises except for official school business. Copies of school district records may be requested at any time. The School Board shall require any person making the request to reimburse the School Board for the actual fees and costs incurred prior to providing any document, record, or item, unless the person is exempted from providing reimbursement. Duplication of records classified as privileged information shall not be permitted.

Any person may request in writing, a time to see such public records at a mutual, agreeable time with the office of the Superintendent and such time and place will be mutually stipulated during normal working hours. Any request to view records shall clearly state the specific records desired.

Notwithstanding any other provisions of law or rules or regulations to the contrary, the School Board, upon majority vote of the total Board membership, shall have the right to examine any or all records of the school system.

Except as required by applicable law, regulation, or policy of the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE), the School Board shall not use the social security number of a teacher or school employee as a means of identification for such teacher or employee. The teacher or employee shall not be required to include or provide his/her social security number on any form or other written document unless:

1. A social security number is required by any applicable law, regulation or policy of BESE; or

2. The form or written document is required for employment, retirement, application for leave or an individualized education plan.

The School Board or any school official or employee shall not provide access to any form or document on which the social security number of a teacher or school employee appears to any person other than the following:

1. Any official or employee of the school at which the teacher or school employee works, the School Board, or the Louisiana Department of Education, when such access is necessary for the performance of the duties and responsibilities of the official or employee.

All persons and public bodies having custody or control of any public record, other than permanent records required by existing law to be kept for all time, shall exercise diligence and care in preserving the public record for the period or periods of time specified for such public records in formal records retention schedules developed and approved by the state archivist and director of the division of archives, records management, and history of the Department of State. In all instances in which a formal retention schedule has not been executed, such public records shall be preserved and maintained for a period of at least three (3) years from the date on which the public record was made. However, when copies of an original record exist, the original alone shall be kept; when only duplicate copies of a record exist, only one copy of the duplicate copies shall be required to be kept. When an appropriate form of the microphotographic process has been utilized to record, file, and otherwise preserve such public records, with microforms produced in compliance with statutory provisions, the microforms shall be deemed originals in themselves, and disposition of original documents which have been microphotographically preserved and of duplicates and other copies thereof shall proceed in accordance with state law.

All existing records or records hereafter accumulated by the Board, which participates in federal programs or receive federal grants, may be destroyed after three (3) years from the date on which the records were made in those cases where this provision is not superseded by guidelines for the operative federal program or grant requiring longer retention periods for the records in question; provided that these records shall not be destroyed in any case where litigation with reference thereto is pending, or until the appropriate state or federal audits have been conducted.

Copies of school district records may be requested at any time. The School Board shall require any person making the request to reimburse the School Board for the actual fees and costs incurred prior to providing any document, record, or item, unless the person is exempted from providing reimbursement. Duplication of records classified as privileged information shall not be permitted.

Persons making requests for duplication of records shall be encouraged to submit such requests in writing to expedite accurate processing of their requests. Requests should be sufficiently detailed to identify the documents sought to be copied. Questions regarding the appropriateness of having certain pieces of information duplicated shall be referred to the Superintendent and/or his/her designees for determination, and if necessary, to the School Board’s attorney.

Costs associated with duplication of records shall include not only charges for copying, but also staff time involved in locating, retrieving, and duplicating, as well as any other costs or special service charge that may be incurred in the process of duplication.

Costs for duplicating records shall be paid in advance, whenever possible. A schedule of fees used to calculate costs associated with duplication of records shall be set by the School Board.

Ref: La. Rev. Stat. Ann. ''13:5112.1, 17:81, 17:93, 17:196, 17:230, 17:232, 17:415,

ITEM 6e. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval of Revised Policy: GBNA – Reduction of Personnel (Personnel Committee Approval 04-03-23 Executive Committee Approval 04-05-23)

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

It shall be the policy of the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board to maintain a fair and balanced educational program consistent with the functions and responsibilities of public schools. When faced with circumstances which may necessitate a reduction of personnel greater than can be accomplished through attrition and appropriate reassignment, a reduction of personnel action may be employed. All feasible alternatives to the layoffs of employees shall be considered prior to the implementation of the provisions stated herein. The determination for the need to implement reduction of personnel procedures and all decisions effecting such action shall be made by the Superintendent.

Except as otherwise provided herein, any existing procedure for reconsidering or examining an employee discharge, non-reappointment, or grievance shall not be considered in implementing a reduction of personnel action. Similarly, no personnel action other than a reduction of personnel may be considered under this policy.

Employees on Board approved leaves of absence shall be treated in the same manner as other regularly employed personnel insofar as application of this policy.

Reduction of teachers and administrators shall be based solely upon demand, performance, and effectiveness, as determined by the performance evaluation program adopted by the Board in accordance with La. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§17:3881 through 3905. Any reduction of teachers and administrators by the Superintendent shall be instituted by dismissing the least effective teacher within each targeted subject area or area of certification first, and then proceeding by effectiveness rating until the reduction of personnel has been accomplished.

Reduction of school employees, including bus drivers, who are not evaluated pursuant to La. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§17:3881 through 3905, shall be based upon the following criteria:

1. Performance and effectiveness as determined by the Board’s personnel evaluation plan.

In the event that one or more school bus operators must be removed due to the abolition, discontinuance, or consolidation of routes, after a determination of the School Board, the principle of seniority shall apply, so that the last school bus operator hired within the school system shall be the first to be removed.

When a reduction of personnel action is instituted, written notice of termination shall be given by the Superintendent or his/her designee by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the employee to be terminated. The notice shall include a statement of the general conditions requiring a reduction of personnel. The employee’s address, as it appears on the School Board’s record, shall be deemed to be the correct address. It shall be the employee’s responsibility to see that the School Board has his/her current address on file.

Within ten (10) days after receiving a notice of termination, an employee may request, in writing, a review of the action taken and shall receive notice of the results of the review in a timely manner, but no later than ten (10) days after the notice to review is received. The employee shall have the right to pursue a reduction action through the Board’s grievance

For three (3) years after the effective date of a termination, the employee shall be given the first opportunity to be reinstated to the position from which terminated. Employees shall be recalled in reverse order to their lay-off.

The offer of re-employment shall be made by certified mail, return receipt requested, and the employee shall be notified that, if he/she wishes to accept, he/she must do so in writing within seven (7) calendar days. Failure to accept within seven (7) calendar days or rejection of the position eliminates all re-employment rights of the employee.

An employee who is recalled within one (1) year after being laid off shall have restored to him/her all of the sick leave and unused personal leave, if applicable, he/she had accrued on the effective date of the layoff.

If any provision of this policy or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this policy which can be implemented without the invalid provisions and, to this end, the provisions of this policy are hereby declared severable.

Any and all provisions of this policy shall yield to existing state law, whether statutory or

ITEM 6f. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval of Revised Job Description: ERSEA Clerk (Personnel Committee Approval 02-27-23)

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: To assist and support the program with maintaining

selection criteria and procedures for the eligibility, determination, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance for Head Start Students.

The ERSEA Clerk shall work to assist with the development and implementation of a recruitment process designed to actively inform all families with eligible children within the recruitment area of the availability of program services and encourage and assist them in applying for admission to the program. The ERSEA Clerk will assist and support efforts to actively locate and recruit children with disabilities and other vulnerable children, including homeless children and children in foster care. The ERSEA Clerk will assist and support at the beginning of each enrollment year and maintain during the year a waiting list that ranks children according to the program’s selection criteria. The ERSEA Clerk will assist and support in accessing community services such as health services, mental health services, child support enforcement services, food stamps, public assistance, and other services needed.

2. Assures that interactions with families are respectful of each family’s diversity, cultural/ethnic background.

3. Assists parents in accessing community services such as health services, mental health services, child support services, food stamps, public assistance, and other services as needed.

4. Assist families in developing Individualized Family Partnership Agreements, which are related to the family engagement outcomes described in the Head Start Parent Family Community Engagement Framework.

5.Assist the coordinator in ensuring parents are involved in program planning, policy making, and operations through regular participation in Parent Committees and Policy Council.

6. Supports the Health Services Coordinator to assure that all of the children’s health and dental health needs are met and to support the family well-being.

7. Participates in home visits as needed to strengthen parent and family outcomes.

8. Enters documentation of family services and parent involvement in the computerized database.

9. Provides reports from the database as needed for Head Start Director, Board, Policy Council, and staff on services provided by the Head Start program.

10. Assist director with an effective recruitment program that assures that all eligible families have the opportunity to be considered for enrollment in the Head Start Program.

11. Identifies children with chronic attendance problems and collaborates with Head Start Director and Family Services Workers on follow-up action to be taken.

13. Coordinates and determines eligibility for Pre-school programs in Saint John the Baptist Parish.

14. Identifies children with chronic attendance problems and collaborates with Head Start Director and Family Service Workers on follow-up action to be taken.

15. Maintains student and family confidentiality in accordance with established Confidentiality Policies. 16. Develops, in coordination with the Head Start Director, a personal, professional development plan to assure fulfilling the outlined role and responsibilities.

17. Attends all training opportunities, faculty meetings, parent conferences/meetings, and IEP meetings when requested.

20. Accept and process student applications. Determine and verify eligibility for Head Start Program and documenting eligibility requirements for all eligible students.

21. Assures the program meets the minimum 10% of its total funded enrollment by children eligible for services under IDEA.

22. Continually maintains and monitors beginning at the Beginning of the year a waiting list that ranks children according to the program’s selection criteria.

23.. Assist program with its funded enrollment level and fill vacancies as soon as possible.

Family and Community Engagement/ERSEA Clerk must be able to effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing with students, teachers, parents, school personnel, and the community. Must have personnel computer skills and the ability to accurately give and receive information via electronic and telecommunication systems.

Family and Community Engagement/ERSEA Clerk must have a minimum of three years of experience in providing services to children and/or families. Preferred knowledge of the Head Start policies and/or bilingual.

As designated by the Board approved Salary Schedule based on education, credentials, and experience.

ITEM 6g. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval of Revised Job Description: Part-Time Head Start Bus Monitor (Personnel Committee Approval 02-27-23)

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITES: To provide safe transportation to students during school routes and assistance to the Head Start/LA4 and Pre-School program. For individuals with a disability, hiring decisions will be based only on the individual’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

4. Collects and turns over to the school secretary items left on the bus by the students.

5. Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.

8. Attends CPR class every 2 years and pediatric first aid course every 3 years.

9. Helps collect and maintain the vehicle confidential emergency data which includes: a) Student’s name and address b) Emergency health care information, student’s physician, parent/guardian or custodians who can be contacted in the case of emergency.

11. Maintain a daily bus log of student pickups and drop offs, securing guardian signatures

12. Provides the contact of an authorized adult when and if the student is unable to meet at the designated bus stop.

13. Adheres to state and federal guidelines dealing with transportation of students.

16. Attends all meetings called or approved by the Superintendent, Head Start Director, or Principal.

18. Informs teacher(s) of any problems or special concerns of an individual student.

19. Makes use of constructive criticism and refrains from sarcasm, undue criticism, inappropriate language and behavior, and the use of racial and/or ethnic slurs when dealing with others.

24. Observes professional lines of communication at all times inside and outside the school system.

25. Notifies supervisor promptly in case of absence and communicates in advance the data of return so provisions can be made.

27. Performs active supervision always using focused attention and intentional observation during the bus route.

28.Maintains a position on the bus where one can always observe students while watching, counting, and listening during the bus route.

29.Accounts for all children on the bus using name-to-face recognition by visually identifying each student on the bus.

30.Helps collect and maintain up-to-date contact information, including alternates in case of an emergency, to make sure students are released only to an authorized adult.

31.Ensures that no students are left behind on the bus by carefully checking the bus and assisting the bus driver with establishing an "all clear" at the end of each trip.

The Part Time Bus Monitor/Center Assistant must be able to: 1) withstand temperatures changes inherent in riding under any weather condition; 2) work in a school setting which includes both a climate controlled environment and outside areas which are subject to climate extremes; 3) comply with daily hours at assigned site according to bargaining unit agreement.

A Part Time Bus Monitor/Center Assistant must be able to: 1) effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing; 2) accurately give and receive information via system; 3) communicate successfully and pleasantly with students, parents, and school personnel; and 4) use grammatically correct written and spoken language.

A Part Time Bus Monitor/Center Assistant must be able to use the telephone, audio-visual equipment, classroom computer, copy machine, laminator, calculator, and other appropriate machines.

A Part Time Bus Monitor/Center Assistant must be able to: 1) stand, walk, reach, bend, squat, and occasionally lift between 10-50 pounds; 2) operate and use classroom equipment; and 3) endure dust, fumes, smokes, gases, or excessive noise.

A Part Time Bus Monitor/Center Assistant must be able to: 1) apply instructional strategies; 2) understand, follow, and interpret written and verbal instructions; 3) instruct students; 4) maintain emotional control under stressful situations.

A Part Time Bus Monitor/Center Assistant must be able to: 1) work cooperatively with bus drivers, teachers, students, parents, and other school personnel; and 2) respond positively to supervision and suggestions for improvement.

1) High school diploma or GED; 2) at least 18 years of age; 3) score a minimum of 10.0 score on a district-wide administered aptitude test.

ITEM 6h. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Superintendent Rebecca Johnson – Request Board approval to add 10 Disciplinarians to the Staffing Model (Finance Committee Approval 04-18-23)

MOTION: To approve up to an addition 11 Disciplinarian positions to the Staffing Model.

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 6i. Public Comment. Superintendent Rebecca Johnson – Introduction to Revised Job Title and Description: Change from “Disciplinarian” to “Dean of Culture and School Climate”

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Dean of Culture and School Climate leads the school's efforts to create a positive, structured, disciplined school culture. The Dean of Culture and School Climate works with school administrators to carry out schoolwide expectations and behavior intervention supports. The Dean of Culture and School Climate works cooperatively with school administrators, counselors, faculty, staff, students, and parents towards a positive school climate. As a professional educator, the Dean of Culture and School Climate understands and responds to the challenges presented by our diverse student population. The Dean of Culture and School Climate provides proactive leadership to engage all stakeholders in the delivery of programs and services to support the students' achievement, personal and social development.

I. Provide Direct Student Support: Meeting with groups of students with behavior concerns and conducting mediations. Meet with students individually or in small groups to address behavioral needs and observe them in classrooms. Coach students with strategies for emotional regulation. Work with students and school personnel to create/modify their BIPs.

2. Communicate with Families: Facilitate discussions with families about school expectations, attendance, PBIS Saturdays, suspensions, expulsion circumstances, or behavior-related issues as needed.

3. Refer Students: Refer students to social workers, school-based health clinic, community partnerships, support, and social services.

4. Stay Informed: Keep abreast of local and national policies as well as best practices surrounding restorative practices and trauma-informed approaches to school discipline. Stay current with training for self and needed faculty for Crisis Prevention Interventions.

5. Collaborate: Collaborate with other members of the Administrative Team to refine vision and action steps for improving school-wide culture and safety while maintaining compliance. Provide support and guidance to members of the faculty and staff.

6. Support Faculty: Communicate situational information regarding behavioral incidents to faculty when appropriate. Use data for targeted goals around minimizing infractions and maximizing restorative approaches. Deliver PD on relevant topics, such as restorative approaches, and school-wide expectations and consequences. Respond to major misbehavior. Attend appropriate meetings regarding student growth and success (IEP and 504 case conferences, parent meetings, disciplinary hearings, etc.).

7. Maintain Records: Document suspension/expulsion recommendations. Ensure compliance with state reporting requirements in JCAMPUS Incident Reporting. Analyze student behavior trends. Maintain records of behavior interventions to include ongoing documentation of individual student observations, meetings, communication, goals, and growth measures of behavior intervention plans.

8. Implements a school-wide behavior management system with meaningful incentives and consequences.

9. Conduct regular school culture walkthroughs to help staff maintain a high bar of excellence.

11. Models strengths-based, growth-mindset approach to maintaining a strong school culture.

12. Implements and follows policies and procedures for student dress code, discipline and other policies related to maintaining a positive school culture of learning and achievement.

1. Goal-Setting: Behavioral goals and action items for tiered students with teachers and administration.

2. Leadership: Attend Instructional Leadership Team Meetings. Model school-wide behavioral and cultural expectations and work on plans with a small cohort of faculty based on needs determined by the Admin Team. Compile, analyze, and share student discipline data regularly, and use that data to make decisions.

3. Mission and Vision Alignment: Support faculty and staff in effectively communicating and reinforcing the academic school culture and climate vision to all stakeholders, including students and families.

5. Represent school on district-level discipline and/or social emotional committee meetings.

1. Duty: Circulate to ensure that faculty and staff are maintaining vigilant duty posts as assigned and during transitions.

2. PBIS Saturdays: In conjunction with the Instructional Leadership Team coordination of Saturday PBIS Sessions.

3. Meetings: participate in faculty meetings, Instructional Leadership Team meetings, parent/stakeholder meetings and professional development.

4. Daily Schedule: Arrive at least 30 minutes before the school day starts and remain at least 30 minutes after classes at the end of every day.

5. Enforce Policies: Reinforce school-wide policies as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct with all students and all faculty.

6. Ability to: Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and community members; collaborate and communicate effectively with key stakeholders through a variety of methods.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Education, Counseling, Behavioral Intervention, Social Work)

• Minimum of 3 years teaching, counseling, behavioral intervention, mentoring, and/or leadership experience in a school setting, demonstrating use and implementation of successful student behavior management strategies.

• Certification: A valid Louisiana teaching license and/or valid Louisiana educational leader license (preferred).

• Knowledge of: Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS); creating and implementing student behavior expectations; conflict resolution strategies; needs of diverse learners; state policy and laws affecting the management of student behaviors, laws regarding disciplining students with disabilities.

• A Dean of Culture and School Climate is required to: 1) be visible and active in classrooms and school campus; 2) work in an office-type setting, climate-controlled environment adhering to school board energy policy and in outside areas which are subject to climate extremes; 3) may sometimes work evenings, weekends and holidays as required by job responsibilities.

• A Dean of Culture and School Climate must: 1) communicate in standard English both orally and in writing in a manner which is commensurate with the age and skill of the listener; 2) have the ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunication system; 3) communicate successfully and pleasantly with the public;

4) accurately compile and access data, summarize information and provide written reports to his/her supervisor; and 5) represent the school system at various public functions.

• A Dean of Culture and School Climate must be able to use the telephone, computer, calculator, copy machine, printers, intercom, public address system, security alarm system, and other appropriate office machines.

• A Dean of Culture and School Climate must be able to: 1) sit, stand, walk, run, observe and monitor student behavior in all facets of the school environment as required during the work day; 2) operate office equipment; 3) reach, bend, and/or lift 10-50 pounds as sometimes required, as well as the physical restraint of another person or persons; 4) provide his/her own transportation to school(s), work locations and meeting sites; 5) have mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

• A Dean of Culture and School Climate must: 1) understand and interpret written and verbal instruction from his/her supervisor and must cognizant of policies and procedures governing discipline and student services in St. John the Baptist Parish Public School System and their implementation and 2) comply with federal, state and parish regulations.

• A Dean of Culture and School Climate must: 1) be able to work compatibly in group settings; 2) serve as a resource for administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, and community; 3) be able to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvement.

ITEM 7a. Public Comment. Mrs. Janice Gauthier – Request board approval to award a Public Relations Consultant contract to a qualified consultant, based on scoring committee results (L&F Committee Approval 04-18-23)

MOTION: To award the Public Relations Consultant contract to River Region LLC at an annual cost of $49,000.

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 7b. Public Comment. Mrs. Janice Gauthier – Request board approval to award a Plumbing Supply contract to the lowest responsive bidder (L&F Committee Approval 04-18-23)

MOTION: To award the Plumbing Supply contract to the lowest responsive bidder (Southern Pipe & Supplies).

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 7c. Public Comment. Mrs. Janice Gauthier - Request board approval to solicit for quotes for Pressure Washing and Painting at schools (L&F Committee Approval 04-18-23)

MOTION: To allow administration to solicit quotes for Pressure Washing and Painting at all schools.

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 7d. Public Comment. Mrs. Janice Gauthier - Request board approval to advertise to receive bids for Electrical Supplies

MOTION: To allow administration to advertise to receive bids for Electrical Supplies.

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 7e. Public Comment. Mrs. Terry Charles – Request board approval to approve bid award for the School Year 2023-2024 for Large Equipment for Cafeterias

MOTION: To approve the bid award for the School Year 2023-2023 for Large Equipment for Cafeterias (Associated Food Equipment & Supplies).

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 7f. Public Comment. Ms. Cindy Janecke - Request Board approval to award contract to lowest bidder for the demolition of WSJE Annex (L&F Committee Approval 04-18-23)

MOTION: To award contract to lowest bidder for the demolition of WSJE Annex (The Luster Group) at a cost of $69,901.99

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 7g. Public Comment. Ms. Cindy Janecke - Request Board approval for change order to Lemoine’s Hurricane Ida Remediation contract for FEMA conformance

MOTION: To approve the change order to Lemoine’s Hurricane Ida Remediation contract for FEMA Conformance.

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 8a. Public Comment. Mrs. Debra Schum – Request approval to instruct administration to negotiate and enter into a Contract with South Central Planning, not to exceed $16,000, to provide the Board with revised enrollment boundaries using all current schools and a separate option that does not use Fifth Ward Elementary and uses East St. John Prep as a K-8 school.

MOTION: To authorize administration negotiating and entering into a Contract with South Central Planning, not to exceed $16,000, to provide the Board with revised enrollment boundaries using all current schools and a separate option that does not use Fifth Ward Elementary and uses East St. John Prep as a K-8 school

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 9a. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval to submit Policy BCB: School Board Meeting Procedures, to Committee for study

MOTION: To submit Policy BCB: School Board Meeting Procedures, to Committee for Study.

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 9b. Public Comment. Dr. Curt Green – Request approval to submit Policy KG: Use of Facilities, to Committee for study

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

ITEM 9c. Public Comment. Superintendent Rebecca Johnson – Request Board approval to close the Connections Program

Following further discussion, the Chair called for a roll call on the original motion to close the Connections Program:

ITEM 9d. Public Comment. Executive Session, pursuant to La. R.S. 42:17(A)(2), to discuss the status in the lawsuit captioned, Fulcrum Enterprises, LLC v. St. John The Baptist Parish School Board, Suit No. C-77965, 40^th Judicial District Court, Parish of St. John the Baptist

MOTION: To convene in Executive Session to discuss the status in the lawsuit captioned, Fulcrum Enterprises, LLC v. St. John The Baptist Parish School Board, Suit No. C-77965, 40^th Judicial District Court, Parish of St. John the Baptist

9 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Vicknair, Wallace

Mr. Mamou: Would like to see a celebration for the teachers at the end of the year.

Mrs. Holden: WB Civic Association will host a Honor Roll Banquet on May 11^th @ 6:30 p.m.

Mrs. Frizzell: Nurses Day and Teacher Appreciation Day is fast approaching. If you’d like to help, please contact her.

Mrs. Schum: LSBA is hosting a Day at the Capital on May 2^nd. Also acknowledged that the St. John Association of Retired Teachers recently send a text to residents to please support the tax renewal.

Mrs. Johnson: There will be a balloon release at 9 a.m. tomorrow at JLO in honor of the

The agenda having been completed, and there being no further business, there was a

11 Yeas – Holden, Burl, Triche, Morris, DeFrancesch, Frizzell, Mamou, Schum, Mitchell-Williams, Vicknair, Wallace


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