Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation public meetings in 2021
22 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Board holds a regular meeting with a consent agenda including multiple financial transfers and approvals. Key actions include approving $11.6M in payments, transferring $5.5M between funds, and ratifying a natural gas pricing agreement. The board also considers partnerships with AVID Center and Mount St. Joseph University, as well as wage increases for substitutes.
- Allowance of payments totaling $11,590,688.15 for November and December 2021
- Transfer of $5,500,000 from education fund to operations fund under HEA 1009
- Partnership with AVID Center at Bosse, Central, and Harrison high schools
- Substitute wage rate increases effective January 10, 2022
- MOU with Mount St. Joseph University for up to 20 teachers in Reading Science program, cost up to $409,000 via ESSER III grant
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board approved a consent agenda including $10.8 million in payments, consulting agreements, and a reappointment. It also approved a $10/week fee increase for the Wee Care employee childcare program. Information items included property/cyber insurance renewal and financial reports.
- Approved allowance of payments totaling $10,835,870.32
- Approved $10/week fee increase for Wee Care employee childcare program starting July 2022
- Approved $21,000 agreement with Mass Insight for coaching model design support
- Approved $18,000 consulting agreement with Partners in Advanced Education for high ability program evaluation
- Approved reappointment of Roger Lehman as EVSC representative to Area Plan Commission
The Board of School Trustees approved a revised fee schedule for Wee Care and accepted personnel recommendations. Several consent items were passed, including grant proposals and professional service agreements.
- Approved revised Wee Care fee schedule (6-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (6-0)
- Approved agreement with Mass Insight Education & Research for Coaching Model Design Support (6-0)
- Approved consultation agreement with Partners in Advanced Education (6-0)
- Approved resolution for continued participation in the Indiana Bond Bank for 2022 (6-0)
- Approved reappointment of EVSC Representative to the Area Plan Commission (6-0)
- Approved grant proposals (6-0)
- Approved purchase of items from extracurricular accounts (6-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation board approved multiple collective bargaining agreements, including a tentative agreement with the Evansville Teachers Association, and salary schedules for 2021-2023. They also approved the 2022-2023 school calendar, several change orders and property sales, and updates to enrollment policy. Personnel recommendations including new school resource officers were adopted.
- Ratification of tentative collective bargaining agreement with Evansville Teachers Association for 2021-2023
- Approval of tentative collective bargaining agreements with five Teamster-represented employee groups (custodians, bus drivers, bus attendants, special education paraprofessionals, secretaries)
- Approval of salary schedules for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 aligning with market conditions
- Approval of change order #3 for Central High School entrance repair and stadium turf project (deduct of $2,411, new total $793,323)
- Approval of agreement to sell property at 5400 Lincoln Avenue to the EVSC Foundation
The Board of School Trustees ratified tentative collective bargaining agreements for the Evansville Teachers Association and Local 215 staff. The board also approved the 2022-2023 school year calendar and updated salary schedules. Other actions included approving a real estate sale to the EVSC Foundation and construction change orders for Central High School.
- Ratified tentative collective bargaining agreement with Evansville Teachers Association (7-0)
- Approved tentative collective bargaining agreements with Local 215 for custodians, bus drivers, bus attendants, special education paraprofessionals, and secretaries (7-0)
- Approved 2022-2023 school year calendar (7-0)
- Approved salary schedules and salary ranges (7-0)
- Approved agreement for purchase and sale of real estate to the EVSC Foundation (7-0)
- Approved Change Order #3 with ARC Construction for Central High School entrance repair and stadium turf project (7-0)
- Approved updates to Policy 5111 regarding legal settlement and enrollment eligibility (7-0)
- Approved CTE course transition to Governor's Workforce Cabinet Next Level Program of Studies (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board approved consent items including a $1,999,999 Common School Fund loan for technology, $17.3 million in allowance of payments, a natural gas fixed pricing agreement, and a tutoring agreement renewal. A public meeting was held to discuss the tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Evansville Teachers Association (ETA) ahead of ratification in November. The board also recognized the North High School girls golf team for their IHSAA state championship.
- Approved $1,999,999 state loan for classroom technology and digital resources
- Approved allowance of payments totaling $17,309,594.33
- Approved fixed natural gas rates with Constellation NewEnergy for Nov 2021–Dec 2022
- Approved renewal agreement with Carver Community Organization for AARP Experience Corp tutoring
- Held public meeting on tentative collective bargaining agreement with Evansville Teachers Association
The Board of School Trustees approved several consent items, including a natural gas fixed pricing agreement and a renewal with the Carver Community Organization. Personnel recommendations and a petition for a Common School Fund Loan were also approved. The meeting included a public session regarding a tentative collective bargaining agreement with ETA.
- Approved minutes from October 4 and October 18, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (5-0)
- Approved grant proposals (5-0)
- Approved petition to Indiana Department of Education for Common School Fund Loan (5-0)
- Approved Natural Gas Fixed Pricing Agreement with Constellation NewEnergy-Gas Division, LLC (5-0)
- Approved renewal agreement with Carver Community Organization (5-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation's regular board meeting includes consent items to approve minutes, $9,891,324.47 in payments, grant proposals, and an elevator maintenance renewal agreement with Oracle Elevator. The board will also vote on personnel recommendations and receive informational reports on early learning, union negotiations with Teamsters groups (including tentative agreements with custodial, maintenance, bus drivers, and paraprofessionals), and grants from CareSource ($296,900) and Ascend Indiana ($115,000).
- Consideration of allowance of payments totaling $9,891,324.47 for September 2021
- Renewal agreement with Oracle Elevator for inspection, safety testing, maintenance, and emergency services to all EVSC elevators
- Tentative labor agreements reached with custodial/maintenance, bus drivers, and paraprofessionals groups
- CareSource grant of $296,900 awarded to EVSC Foundation for GAIN program implementation
- Ascend Indiana youth apprenticeship grant of $115,000 from PAYA for OptIN and SICTC
The Board of School Trustees approved personnel recommendations and a renewal agreement with Oracle Elevator. The board also authorized grant proposals and the allowance of payments.
- Approved minutes of the September 20, 2021 Executive Session and Regular Board Meeting (5-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (5-0)
- Approved grant proposals (5-0)
- Approved renewal agreement with Oracle Elevator (5-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation board will consider consent items including $11,123,416.25 in payments, multiple contracts with Mass Insight Education & Research totaling $500,500 for strategic planning and alternative education analysis, and a resolution authorizing tax anticipation warrants with up to $150,000 in interest. The board also plans to adopt the school budget, though details are not provided in the agenda. Personnel recommendations will be approved as printed.
- Allowance of payments totaling $11,123,416.25
- Three contracts with Mass Insight Education & Research: $125,000 (strategic planning), $88,000 (alternative education), $287,500 (school support and curriculum review)
- Resolution authorizing tax anticipation warrants up to $150,000 in interest
- Renewal agreement with AARP Foundation Experience Corps Evansville for $21,600 in tutoring services
- Adoption of the school budget (no specifics provided)
The Board of School Trustees approved the school budget for calendar year 2022. Members also adopted a 2022-2024 Capital Projects Plan and a 2022-2026 Bus Replacement Plan.
- Adopted School Budget for Calendar Year 2022 (7-0)
- Adopted 2022-2024 Capital Projects Plan (7-0)
- Adopted 2022-2026 Bus Replacement Plan (7-0)
- Approved permission to advertise for Performance Based Energy/Operating Cost Reduction Program (7-0)
- Approved Personnel Recommendations (7-0)
- Approved three agreements with Mass Insight Education & Research (7-0)
- Approved renewal agreement with AARP Foundation Experience Corps Evansville (7-0)
- Approved resolution for Tax Anticipation Warrants and investment of surplus funds (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation board will consider consent items including approval of $8.3 million in payments, several contracts, and a change order for Central High School. Notable items include an agreement with Youth First for 12 additional social workers funded by ESSER III, and an electrical easement with Centerpoint Energy for Oak Hill Elementary. The meeting also includes personnel recommendations.
- Approval of $8,339,461 in allowance of payments for August 2021
- Agreement with Youth First for 12 social workers at not to exceed $706,483 through ESSER III funds
- Change Order #2 for Central High School entrance repair and stadium turf project, new total $795,734
- Electrical distribution line easement with Centerpoint Energy for Oak Hill Elementary School
- Renewal with College Board for PSAT administration for all 8th and 9th graders
The Board approved an additional appropriation and bond resolution for 2021 General Obligation Bonds. Members also approved several consent items, including facility repairs and educational agreements, and held public hearings regarding the school budget and teacher bargaining.
- Approved Additional Appropriation and Bond Resolution for 2021 General Obligation Bonds (7-0)
- Approved Personnel Recommendations (7-0)
- Approved Change Order #2 with Arc Construction Co. Inc. for Central High School entrance and stadium turf (7-0)
- Approved electrical distribution line easement with Centerpoint Energy for Oak Hill Elementary School (7-0)
- Approved renewal with College Board for PSAT (7-0)
- Approved agreements with Youth First and IXL (7-0)
- Approved Music Therapy Consulting Agreement (7-0)
- Approved grant proposals and Program of Studies addition (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Board considers consent items including $11.9M in payments and a $5.5M fund transfer. The board also votes on a new policy allowing electronic participation by board members and approves advertising bus replacement and capital projects plans.
- Approval of allowance of payments totaling $11,897,467.23
- Transfer of $5,500,000 from education fund to operations fund
- Consideration of new policy 0164.15 on electronic participation by board members
- Permission to advertise Bus Replacement Plan as part of 2022 budget
- Permission to advertise Capital Projects Plan for 2022–2024
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation board approved a preliminary bond resolution for $6.5 million, allowed $6.9 million in vendor payments, and authorized multiple educational contracts including NWEA MAP Growth, Achieve 3000, IXL Learning, and Edmentum. The board also approved personnel recommendations and a copy paper bid.
- Preliminary bond resolution for $6,500,000 General Obligation Bond of 2021, with a reimbursement resolution
- Allowance of payments totaling $6,912,791.99 for July 2021
- Copy paper contract awarded to Altstadt at $34.00 per case for 12 months
- NWEA MAP Growth contract approved, $17,414 less than previous year, funded by formative assessment grant
- Extension of Achieve 3000 online program for grades 7–8, adding 2,753 seats funded through ESSER grants
The Board of School Trustees approved several academic contracts, personnel recommendations, and a wellness policy update. The board also approved the naming of the EVSC Central High School football field at Central Stadium.
- Approved July 26, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (6-0)
- Approved preliminary bond and reimbursement resolutions (6-0)
- Approved copy paper bid (6-0)
- Approved grant proposals (6-0)
- Approved NWEA MAP Growth, Achieve 3000, IXL Learning, and Edmentum contracts (6-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (6-0)
- Approved updates to Policy 8510 - Wellness (6-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board approved consent items including $7,065,525.14 in allowance of payments, employment practices, and the 2021-2022 school rules with a COVID-19 alteration clause. They also approved adult meal price increases to $2.50 for breakfast and $4.60 for lunch, a dental insurance renewal with a 2% premium increase, and policy updates on student enrollment and wellness.
- Approved $7,065,525.14 in allowance of payments for July 2021
- Approved adult meal price increases: $2.50 breakfast, $4.60 lunch
- Approved dental insurance renewal with 2% increase first year
- Approved change order #1 of $3,976 for AIS Steam Boiler Replacement Project (total $203,926)
- Approved 2021-2022 school rules with COVID-19 alteration clause
The Board of School Trustees approved several administrative items, including updated school rules and personnel recommendations. Key actions included approving a dental insurance renewal and increasing school meal prices.
- Approved 2021-2022 School Rules (5-0)
- Approved school meal price increases (5-0)
- Approved dental insurance renewal with Dental Health Options by Health Resources (5-0)
- Approved updates to Policy 5111 regarding legal settlement and student enrollment (5-0)
- Approved Policy 3220.01 - Teacher Appreciation Grants (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #1 with Harrell-Fish, Inc. for AIS Steam Boiler Replacement Project 2021 (5-0)
- Approved driver-owned equipment contracts (5-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board approved consent items including $13,633,571.20 in payments, renewal of AdTec's contract for E-rate program discounts (3 years at $14,100/year), and change orders for Central High School entrance and stadium turf ($15,185) and Washington Middle School flooring ($1,272). Personnel recommendations were also approved. A summer school recap was presented, and a dental insurance renewal with a 2% first-year increase was discussed.
- Approved allowance of payments totaling $13,633,571.20
- Approved renewal of AdTec contract for E-rate discount services at $14,100 per year
- Approved Change Order #1 for Central High School entrance and stadium turf project, new total $799,720
- Approved Change Order #1 for Washington Middle School classroom flooring, new total $293,352
- Discussed dental insurance renewal with 2% first-year increase ($0.04–$0.19/month per employee)
The Board of School Trustees approved several consent items, including facility change orders and service renewals. Personnel recommendations were also approved. The board received information regarding dental insurance and policy updates.
- Approved June 21, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (5-0)
- Approved grant proposals (5-0)
- Approved renewal agreement with AdTec (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #1 with Arc Construction for Central High School entrance and stadium turf (5-0)
- Approved Change Order #1 with Rasure Floor Covering for Washington Middle School flooring (5-0)
- Approved renewal agreement with Panorama Education (5-0)
- Approved driver-owned equipment contract (5-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Board will vote on consent items including an $11,507,078.66 allowance of payments, renewal of the legal services agreement, and a petition for technology funds. They will also receive a report on the 2021-22 school opening plan and review monthly financial reports.
- Allowance of payments totaling $11,507,078.66 for June 1-11, 2021
- Renewal of legal services agreement (second increase since 2008)
- Resolution for HEA 1003 flexibility waiver for 2021-22 school year
- Petition to Indiana DOE for School Technology Advancement Account funds for K-6 classroom technology
- 2021-22 School Opening Plan report
The Board of School Trustees approved a series of consent items including legal services renewal and special education placements. Personnel recommendations were also approved. The board reviewed the 2021-22 school opening plan and monthly financial reports.
- Approved June 7, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (7-0)
- Approved resolution for special education placements outside the corporation (7-0)
- Approved renewal of legal services agreement (7-0)
- Approved grant proposal (7-0)
- Approved resolution to request HEA 1003 flexibility waiver (7-0)
- Approved petition to IDOE for School Technology Advancement Account (7-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board approved consent items including $11.3 million in payments, renewal of a $721,200 Youth First social worker contract, and a consulting agreement to pursue $1.2 million in federal connectivity reimbursements. A report was presented on the ESSER III funding, with the board launching a community survey to prioritize use of the one-time federal pandemic relief funds.
- Allowance of payments totaling $11,257,751.90 for May 2021
- Renewal of Youth First, Inc. agreement for 20 social workers at 20 schools, cost $721,200
- Consulting agreement with AdTec to apply for Emergency Connectivity Fund, aiming for $1.2 million in reimbursements
- Purchase of scoreboard equipment for Washington MS from extracurricular funds ($5,500 + $2,619.11)
- ESSER III funding update: community input survey open at evscschools.com/ESSERInput
The Board of School Trustees approved several consent items, including the 2021-2022 graduation schedule and various service agreements. Personnel recommendations were also approved. The board received an update on ESSER funding.
- Approved May 24, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (7-0)
- Approved equipment purchase from extra curricular funds (7-0)
- Approved Reliance Standard renewal (7-0)
- Approved Youth First renewal agreement (7-0)
- Approved consulting agreement with AdTec (7-0)
- Approved proposed graduation times and dates for 2021-2022 (7-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board approved a consent agenda that included a $5,500,000 transfer from the education fund to operations, allowance of payments totaling $11,630,145.02, and renewals of contracts for training services, uniforms, diplomas, and childcare meal programs. Personnel recommendations were also on the agenda but not detailed. The meeting opened with recognition of student achievements and community feedback on reopening plans.
- Approval of $5,500,000 fund transfer from education fund to operations fund under HEA 1009
- Allowance of payments totaling $11,630,145.02 for May 3–14, 2021
- Renewal of Vector Solutions (SafeSchools) staff training modules for $16,794
- Approval of VOYA Financial Resolution to transfer plan assets from MetLife and OneAmerica to Voya
- Renewal agreement with Jostens for diplomas and covers for 2022 graduates
The Board of School Trustees approved several renewal agreements for childcare, uniforms, and software. They also authorized a fund transfer from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund and approved personnel recommendations. A specific action item for Promethean Panel upgrades in elementary classrooms was approved.
- Approved Promethean Panel Upgrades for Elementary Classrooms (7-0)
- Approved Personnel Recommendations (7-0)
- Approved transfer of funds from Education Fund to Operations Fund (7-0)
- Approved renewal agreements with Vector Solutions SafeSchools and TeachPoint (7-0)
- Approved renewal agreements with Ark Crisis Child Care Center and Rising Stars Childcare, LLC (7-0)
- Approved renewal agreements with Aramark Uniform Service, Jostens, and Intrado SchoolMessenger (7-0)
- Approved VOYA Financial Resolution (7-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board is considering consent items including payments, a towing contract, and software renewal. Under action items, the board will vote on awarding contracts for technology purchases ($696,000 for Chromebooks, $401,939 for iPads) and facility projects (Bosse High tennis courts at $703,640, Reitz Bowl turf at $390,245, and Tekoppel playground at $184,000). Also up for approval are food service bids and policy updates.
- Award $703,640 contract to Arc Construction for Bosse High School tennis courts project
- Award $696,000 Chromebook bid to Riverside Technologies for 2nd and 3rd grade students
- Approve $401,939 purchase of 1,342 Apple iPads for K-2 students
- Award $390,245 contract to Arc Construction for Reitz Bowl turf replacement project
- Award food service bids: Klosterman's (bakery $117,393), Prairie Farms (dairy $870,500), CRS One Source (paper/plastic $361,087)
The Board of School Trustees approved several facility contracts, including playground and tennis court renovations. They also authorized the purchase of Apple iPads and elementary Chromebooks, and renewed a charter agreement with Joshua Academy.
- Approved purchase of Apple iPads (7-0)
- Approved Elementary Chromebook bid (7-0)
- Approved Tekoppel Elementary School Playground Renovation Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved Bosse High School Tennis Courts Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved Reitz Bowl Turf Replacement Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved food bid (7-0)
- Approved SMART Center Trauma-Informed Intervention Project (7-0)
- Approved renewal charter agreement with Joshua Academy (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The EVSC Board will act on a $784,535 contract for Central High School entrance repairs and stadium turf renovation, along with renewing educational software agreements and approving curriculum resources for 2021-2022. Consent items include a $17.99M allowance of payments, a shared parking agreement with the City of Evansville for the Deaconess Aquatic Center, and a resolution for employee compensation due to COVID-19.
- Contract award to Arc Construction for Central High School entrance repair and stadium turf renovation, total $784,535
- Shared parking agreement with City of Evansville for Deaconess Aquatic Center, completing $700,000 site improvement bond
- Resolution allowing EVSC to pay eligible employees for extra work related to COVID-19
- Approval of class fee schedule for 2021-2022, unchanged from prior year
- Renewal of Newsela and Achieve 3000 online learning platform agreements
The Board of School Trustees approved several operational items, including facility repairs at Central High School and personnel recommendations. They also authorized new curriculum resources and textbook rental rates for the 2021-2022 school year.
- Approved Central High School Entrance Repair and Stadium Turf Renovation Project 2021 (7-0)
- Approved resolution for employee compensation due to COVID (7-0)
- Approved class fee structure and textbook rental rates for 2021-2022 school year (7-0)
- Approved curriculum resources for 2021-2022 school year (7-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
- Approved renewal agreements with Newsela and Achieve 3000 (7-0)
- Approved updates to Policy 5111.01 regarding homeless students (7-0)
- Approved shared parking agreement with the City of Evansville (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Board is voting on multiple facility contracts totaling over $1.7 million, including boiler replacement at AIS Diamond, chiller replacements at McGary Middle and Perry Heights, and roof replacements at Stringtown Elementary and Harrison High. The board is also considering approving an agreement to join a class-action suit against JUUL, extending paid sick leave under the Families First Act, and contracting with Mass Insight for school improvement planning. Consent items include approval of minutes, $17.9 million in payments, and personnel recommendations.
- Award $199,950 contract to Harrell-Fish Inc. for AIS Diamond boiler replacement
- Award $273,226 contract to Haase Mechanical for McGary Middle School chiller project
- Award $201,626 contract to Haase Mechanical for Perry Heights Middle School chiller project
- Award $549,520 contract to Midwest Roofing for Stringtown Elementary roof replacement
- Award $488,045 contract to Lehman Roofing for Harrison High School roof replacement
The Board approved several facility contracts for boiler, chiller, and roof projects. Members also approved personnel recommendations, internet access, and updates to transportation and tobacco policies.
- Approved AIS Diamond Boiler Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved McGary Middle School Chiller Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved Perry Heights Chiller Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved Stringtown Roof Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved Harrison High School Roof Project 2021 contract (7-0)
- Approved contract for Internet Access (7-0)
- Approved updates to Policy 8600 - Transportation (7-0)
- Approved updates to Policy 7434 - Use of Tobacco on School Property (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation board approved consent items including $8.16M in payments, a $1.999M Common School Fund loan for technology, and a resolution for inclement weather pay. They also awarded contracts for flooring renovations at Hebron Elementary and Washington Middle School, and received information on several facility projects.
- Approved $1,999,999 Common School Fund loan for classroom technology initiatives
- Awarded $381,950 contract to Rasure Floor Covering for Hebron Elementary School classroom flooring
- Awarded $292,080 contract to Rasure Floor Covering for Washington Middle School classroom flooring
- Approved allowance of payments totaling $8,163,837.98
- Approved updates to Policy 6220 (budget preparation) in response to House Enrolled Act 1003
The Board approved contracts for classroom flooring renovations at Hebron Elementary and Washington Middle School. Other actions included approving personnel recommendations, budget preparation policy updates, and a loan petition to the Indiana Department of Education.
- Approved Hebron Elementary School Classroom Finish Flooring Renovations Project 2021 (7-0)
- Approved Washington Middle School Classroom Finish Flooring Renovations Project 2021 (7-0)
- Approved updates to Policy 6220 - Budget Preparation (7-0)
- Approved Personnel Recommendations (7-0)
- Approved petition to Indiana Department of Education for Common School Fund Loan (7-0)
- Approved resolution to pay employees for inclement weather days (7-0)
- Approved 2021-2022 Regular School Board Meeting Schedule (7-0)
- Tabled motion regarding eLearning day scheduling (6-1)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board approved a consent agenda including payments totaling $10,190,920.51, a $5.5 million transfer from the education fund to the operations fund, a waste removal contract extension, and a consulting agreement for a DEI officer hiring process. Also approved were personnel recommendations, a network infrastructure upgrade bid with 80% E-rate discount, policy updates to comply with state laws, and a joint resolution opposing legislation that harms public schools.
- Approved allowance of payments totaling $10,190,920.51 for January and February 2021
- Approved $5,500,000 transfer from Education Fund to Operations Fund under HEA 1009
- Approved network infrastructure upgrade bid awarded to CDWG Alt Bid, with EVSC cost of $207,140.59 after 80% E-rate discount
- Approved agreement with Virtuoso Education Consulting to assist in hiring a Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
- Approved joint resolution in opposition of legislation that harms public schools
The Board of School Trustees approved a network infrastructure upgrade bid and several policy updates. Other actions included approving personnel recommendations, grant proposals, and a fund transfer from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund.
- Approved network infrastructure upgrade bid (7-0)
- Approved updates to Policies 3120.08 and 8120 (7-0)
- Approved new Policy 1411 and updates to Policy 8900 (7-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
- Approved resolution to transfer funds from Education Fund to Operations Fund (7-0)
- Approved addendum to Republic (Allied) Waste Agreement (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Virtuoso Education Consulting (7-0)
- Approved resolution to extend Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation board approved several consent items, including a $10,132,420.86 allowance of payments for the corporation. It also designated Deputy Chief of Staff Katy Elmer as the school safety specialist and approved the surplus sale of Cisco network equipment. Additional actions included a $6 per week fee increase for community pre‑K programs at Scott Elementary and Daniel Wertz Elementary, and a network infrastructure upgrade bid costing $207,140.59 after an 80% E‑rate discount.
- Approval of $10,132,420.86 allowance of payments (Policy 0168)
- Designation of Katy Elmer as school safety specialist (Policy 8400)
- Approval to declare Cisco 3850 switches and related equipment surplus (Policy 7310)
- Fee adjustment adding $6.00 per week for community pre‑K programs at Scott Elementary and Daniel Wertz Elementary
- Network infrastructure upgrade bid with total cost $207,140.59 after 80% E‑rate discount
The Board of School Trustees approved fee adjustments for Early Learning Community Programs and a joint resolution opposing HB 1005. The board also approved personnel recommendations and several consent items including a grant proposal and surplus network equipment.
- Approved fee adjustment for EVSC Early Learning Community Programs (7-0)
- Approved joint resolution in opposition of HB 1005 (7-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
- Approved resolution to extend the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (7-0)
- Approved designation of School Safety Specialist (7-0)
- Approved declaring network equipment as surplus (7-0)
- Approved grant proposal (7-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting 5:30 P.M.
The board will vote on consent items including $12M in payments, contract change orders for the Enlow Stadium bleacher project and North Jr cafeteria addition, and an easement for Vectren. They also will consider personnel recommendations, updates to Policy 8400 on school safety, and new course requests for CTE and a heritage language course at Harrison High School.
- Allowance of payments totaling $12,029,391.20 for January 4-15, 2021
- Change Order #2 for Enlow Stadium bleacher project, a deduction of $2,484, new total $505,013
- Change Order #3 for North Jr cafeteria addition project, $972, new total $1,553,527
- Approval of electric distribution line easement with Vectren at AIS Diamond Campus
- Petition for vacation of public way near 1318 E. Powell to expand Bosse High School tennis courts
The Board of School Trustees approved updates to the school safety policy and new course requests for CTE and World Language. Several consent items were passed, including construction change orders and budget transfers. Personnel recommendations were also approved.
- Approved updates to Policy 8400 - School Safety (7-0)
- Approved new CTE and World Language course requests (7-0)
- Approved personnel recommendations (7-0)
- Approved Change Order #2 for Enlow Stadium Bleacher Project (7-0)
- Approved Change Order #3 for North Jr Cafeteria Addition Project 2020 (7-0)
- Approved architects for 2021 construction projects (7-0)
- Approved resolution to extend Families First Coronavirus Response Act (7-0)
- Approved transfer of appropriations within the 2021 budget (7-0)
Regular Board Meeting and Board of Finance Meeting
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Board elected new officers for 2021, including Andy Guarino as President, Chris Kiefer as Vice President, and Terry Gamblin as Secretary. The board approved a consent agenda including $20,713,106.92 in payments and a resolution extending emergency paid sick leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act through January 25, 2021. Action was also taken on personnel recommendations, organizational resolutions, and appointments. Informational items included updates to school safety policies, new course requests for career and technical education and world languages, and monthly financial reports.
- Approved allowance of payments totaling $20,713,106.92 for December 2020
- Elected Andy Guarino as Board President, Chris Kiefer as Vice President, and Terry Gamblin as Secretary for 2021
- Adopted a resolution extending the Families First Coronavirus Response Act’s emergency paid sick leave until January 25, 2021
- Approved the 2021 Organizational Resolution authorizing committee appointments and treasurer selection
- Appointed Andy Guarino as legislative liaison to the Indiana School Board Association
The Board of School Trustees elected its 2021 leadership and approved the organizational resolution. The board also approved personnel recommendations, payment allowances, and a resolution to extend the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.
- Elected Andy Gaurino as President for 2021 (7-0)
- Elected Chris Kiefer as Vice President for 2021 (7-0)
- Elected Terry Gamblin as Secretary for 2021 (7-0)
- Approved Organizational Resolution (7-0)
- Re-appointed Andy Guarino as Legislative Liaison to the Indiana School Board Association (7-0)
- Approved December 7, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved allowance of payments (7-0)
- Approved resolution to extend Families First Coronavirus Response Act (7-0)