1. Opening Items
Subject
1.01 Call to Order/Members Present
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action, Procedural
Recommended Action
The Caroline County Board of Education meet in open session for the purpose of voting to go into Closed Session pursuant to state government guidelines under the Open Meetings Act (General Provisions Article 3-305 (1) (9)) for the following reasons: (1) to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this public body has jurisdiction; any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals(9) to conduct collective bargaining negotiations or consider matters that relate to the negotiations.

The Board president will call the meeting to order and note Board member attendance.

Motion & Voting
The Caroline County Board of Education met in open session for the purpose of voting to go into Closed Session pursuant to state government guidelines under the Open Meetings Act (General Provisions Article 3-305 (1) (9)) for the following reasons: (1) to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this public body has jurisdiction; any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals(9) to conduct collective bargaining negotiations or consider matters that relate to the negotiations.

Motion by Kathy Dill, second by Richard Barton.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
Subject
1.02 Closed Session: 5:00 p.m.
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Caroline County Board of Education meet in closed session pursuant to state government guidelines under the Open Meetings Act (General Provisions Article 3-305 (1) (9)) for the following reasons: (1) to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this public body has jurisdiction; any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals(9) to conduct collective bargaining negotiations or consider matters that relate to the negotiations.

The regular Board meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. only for the purpose of voting to close its meeting pursuant to state government under the Open Meetings Act (General Provisions Article 3-305 (1) (9)) for the following reasons: (1) to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this public body has jurisdiction; any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals (9) to conduct collective bargaining negotiations or consider matters that relate to the negotiations.

 

Motion & Voting
The Caroline County Board of Education met in closed session pursuant to state government guidelines under the Open Meetings Act (General Provisions Article 3-305 (1) (9)) for the following reasons: (1) to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this public body has jurisdiction; any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals(9) to conduct collective bargaining negotiations or consider matters that relate to the negotiations.

Motion by Donna DiGiacomo, second by Kathy Dill.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
Subject
1.03 Reconvene in Open Session - 6:00 p.m.
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Motion & Voting
(not specified)

Motion by Donna DiGiacomo, second by Kathy Dill.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
Subject
1.04 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
1.05 Approval of Agenda with Addendum
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
That the Board of Education approve the agenda as presented.
Motion & Voting
That the Board of Education approved the agenda as presented.

Motion by Richard Barton, second by A Michele Wayman.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
Subject
1.06 Approval of Minutes
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
That the Board of Education approve the minutes as presented for the March 2, 11 and 16 2021 board meetings.

The minutes for the March 2, 2021 Regular Board meeting, March 11, 2021 Closed Session, and March 16 Work Session will be presented for approval.

 

Motion & Voting
That the Board of Education approved the minutes as presented for the March 2, 11 and 16 2021 board meetings.

Motion by A Michele Wayman, second by Kathy Dill.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
2. Consent Agenda
Subject
2.01 Personnel (with addendum)
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
2. Consent Agenda
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
That the Caroline County Board of Education approve the personnel agenda as presented.

 

The following Personnel Item will be presented to the Board for approval:

 

3 Leave of Absence

1 Sick Leave Waiver

1 Retirement 

4 Resignations

 

Addendum added 4/6/21:

1 Resignation

Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Most of the items listed under the consent agenda have gone through Board subcommittee review and recommendation. Documentation concerning these items has been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member.
Motion & Voting
That the Caroline County Board of Education approved the personnel agenda as presented.

Motion by A Michele Wayman, second by Richard Barton.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
3. Recognitions
Subject
3.01 2021 Carson Scholars
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
3. Recognitions
Type
Information

The following students were named as Carson Scholars for 2021:

 

Lucy Howard, 5th grade, Ridgely Elementary School 

Maura Porter, 5th grade, Greensboro Elementary School

Christian Lahneman, 7t grade, Lockerman Middle School

Mia Amador, 11th grade, North Caroline High School

 

These students were selected because they demonstrate the highest standards of academic achievement, integrity, civic and social responsibility. We are very proud of their accomplishments! 

4. Individual Action Items
Subject
4.01 Administrative Appointment
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
4. Individual Action Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
That the Board of Education approve the following administrative appointment as presented:

In preparation for the upcoming changes for the 2021-2022 school year, this administrative appointment is necessary to ensure systemic change within the administration.

 

Robert J. Wielgosz: Supervisor of Technology, effective July 1, 2021

 

 

 

PROPOSED BY:

 

 

Milton Nagel
Assistant Superintendent for

Administrative Services

 

RECOMMENDED BY:

 

 

Derek Simmons, Ed.D.
Interim Superintendent of Schools
 

 

Motion & Voting
That the Board of Education approved the following administrative appointment as presented:

In preparation for the upcoming changes for the 2021-2022 school year, this administrative appointment is necessary to ensure systemic change within the administration.
Robert J. Wielgosz: Supervisor of Technology, effective July 1, 2021


Motion by A Michele Wayman, second by Donna DiGiacomo.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
Subject
4.02 Contract #21-011 Moving Services for Greensboro Elementary School (GES)
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
4. Individual Action Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
The Superintendent recommends that the Caroline County Board of Education accept the bids as shown on the attached bid tabulation sheet and award a contract to Bates Moving & Storage Co., Inc., in the amount of $74,920.00. This amount encompasses the total cost for the additional alternates, if accepted, and the base bid price.

This contract is for the contractor to move the contents of the current Greensboro Elementary School to the new Greensboro Elementary School, 625 N Main Street, Greensboro, MD 21639. Contractor shall begin services on or about July 6, 2021, and complete the project by close of business on July 22, 2021. The funds associated with this project are provided for with local funds.

 

The bid process and procedures complied with Board policy and applicable state laws and regulations.

 

 

PROPOSED BY:

 

 

Milton Nagel
Assistant Superintendent for

Administrative Services

 

RECOMMENDED BY:

 

 

Derek Simmons, Ed.D.
Interim Superintendent of Schools
 
Motion & Voting
The Superintendent recommends that the Caroline County Board of Education accepted the bids as shown on the attached bid tabulation sheet and award a contract to Bates Moving & Storage Co., Inc., in the amount of $74,920.00. This amount encompasses the total cost for the additional alternates, if accepted, and the base bid price.

Motion by Donna DiGiacomo, second by Kathy Dill.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman
5. Reports
Subject
5.01 Board Members' Report
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
5. Reports
Type
Report

Board members will highlight one activity for the month.  

Subject
5.02 Superintendent's Report
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
5. Reports
Type
Report

The Superintendent will comment on events/activities attended.

Subject
5.03 Assistant Superintendent and Directors Report
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
5. Reports
Type
Information

The assistant superintendent and directors will highlight their activities and events from last month.

Subject
5.04 Student Representative Reports
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
5. Reports
Type
Report

The students report on activities from their respective schools.

1. Zachary O'Brien - North Caroline High School

 

2. Gillian Cheezum - Colonel Richardson High School

Subject
5.05 Finance Report
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
5. Reports
Type
Information, Report

Ms. Erin Thornton, Comptroller, will share pertinent financial information.

6. Reports and Presentations
Subject
6.01 Legislative Update
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
6. Reports and Presentations
Type
Information, Report

The Superintendent will update on the highlights and calls to action on current bills during the Maryland General Assembly sessions.

Subject
6.02 Wellness Policy Update
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
6. Reports and Presentations
Type
Information, Discussion

Ms. Jenn Yost, Supervisor of School Health Services, will provide a Wellness update to the Board. 

Subject
6.03 Teacher Retention & Communication
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
6. Reports and Presentations
Type
Information

Ms. Debbie Siachos, Supervisor of Human Resources, will give a presentation to the Board about Teacher retention efforts and communication. 

7. Citizens/Public Comments
Subject
7.01 Comments
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
7. Citizens/Public Comments
Type
Information

The members of the Caroline County Board of Education desire to hear the views and have the advice of interested citizens. The public comment session is held at each Board meeting for that purpose.
 
The following procedures are to be followed during this time:

  • In lieu of signing in, citizens are advised to email their remarks to publiccomment@ccpsstaff.org
  • There is a 5 minute time limit for each email.
  • Specific and personal references to students, employees or others associated with the Board of Education will not be permitted. Should someone wish to bring something to the attention of the Superintendent or the Board about a specific person or student, they may do so in writing to the Superintendent or the Board.
  • Rude, slanderous, or threatening remarks are not permitted.
  • The Board of Education does not engage in a discussion of the matter being brought to it during public comment. If appropriate, the Board may direct the superintendent to provide a response following the meeting.
8. Discussion of Items for Future Board Action
Subject
8.01 List of Future Discussions
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
8. Discussion of Items for Future Board Action
Type
Information

  1. January 12: Telework
  2. January 12: Facility Management
  3. February 2 (Closed Session) Update on pending litigation
  4. February 16: Employee Relations (Chain of Command, System Transparency, System Morale & Perception)
  5. February 16: ELA Data and Alternative Testing
  6. March 2: Equity Update
  7. March 2: District Level & State Level Assessments
  8. March 16: Teacher Evaluation System
  9. April 6: Teacher Retention & Communication
  10. April 20: Human Resources-Staff Support
  11. May 18: Student Discipline
  12. May 18: Special Education Staffing Plan
  13. Other: Board of Education Election and Appointment process
Subject
8.02 FY 22 Operating Budget
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
8. Discussion of Items for Future Board Action
Type
Information

Mr. Milton Nagel, Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services, will give an update on the attached budget summary.  

9. Unfinished Business
10. Upcoming Meetings and Events
Subject
10.01 Upcoming Meetings and Events
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
10. Upcoming Meetings and Events
Type
Information

Subject
10.02 Next Board Meeting
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
10. Upcoming Meetings and Events
Type
Information

The next Regular Work Session will be held April 20, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering convening an Executive Session for personnel matters prior to the regular meeting at 6:00 p.m.

 

The next Board Meeting will be held on May 4, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering convening an Executive Session prior to the regular meeting at 6:00 p.m.

11. Adjournment
Subject
11.01 Meeting Adjourned
Meeting
Apr 6, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting: Closed Session: 5:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:00 p.m.
Category
11. Adjournment
Type
Action
Motion & Voting
Meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.

Motion by Donna DiGiacomo, second by A Michele Wayman.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: James Newcomb Jr, Kathy Dill, Donna DiGiacomo, Richard Barton, A Michele Wayman