Jefferson Parish Public School System public meetings in 2020

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board is holding a special session to interview candidates for the vacant District I interim seat and then select one to fill it. The meeting also includes an executive session and first readings of new business.

• Interview of candidates for District I School Board Member Interim Seat
• Selection of candidate to fill vacant District I School Board seat (interim)
• Convening into executive session
• First readings of new business

The board interviewed and appointed Dr. Gerard LeBlanc to fill the vacant District I interim seat. A first reading was introduced to direct the superintendent to begin forming an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Appointed Dr. Gerard LeBlanc as Interim School Board member for District I (8-0)

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board is meeting in a special session to consider two student appeals from suspensions after recommendations for expulsion. The board will also convene an executive session, likely to discuss confidential student matters. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items such as roll call, first readings, and adjournment.

• Appeal from suspension after expulsion recommendation for student TJ-031-01
• Appeal from suspension after expulsion recommendation for student TJ-088-02
• Convening to executive session

The board convened a special session to address appeals from two students regarding suspensions following recommendations for expulsion. The minutes do not record the specific outcomes or votes for these appeals.

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board voted on second readings including renaming Terrytown Elementary to Marjorie M. King Elementary and authorizing litigation over Act 48. The board also approved a consent agenda with contracts for teaching fellows, professional development, elevator maintenance, HVAC replacement at Marrero Middle School, fire damage evaluation at Ellis Elementary, and Google Suite for Education.

• Second reading to rename Terrytown Elementary to Marjorie M. King Elementary
• Second reading authorizing litigation to challenge Act 48 of the 2020 Second Special Session
• Approved $990,700 bid to replace chiller, pumps, and automation at Marrero Middle School
• Approved $112,488 for Google Suite Enterprise for Education
• Approved $75,000 amendment to The New Teacher Project contract for up to 40 teaching fellows

The Board elected Chad Nugent as President and Clay Moïse as Vice President for 2021. Members approved a chiller replacement project at Marrero Middle School and authorized potential litigation regarding the constitutionality of Act 48. A proposal to rename Terrytown Elementary was deferred.

• Elected Chad Nugent as President for 2021 (Unanimous)
• Elected Clay Moïse as Vice President for 2021 (7-2)
• Approved $990,700 bid from ARC Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for Marrero Middle School (Unanimous)
• Authorized Ernst F. Preis, Jr. and Breazeale, Sachse and Wilson, L.L.P. to enter litigation regarding Act 48 (7-2)
• Approved $28,500 budget for Meyer Engineers, Ltd. to evaluate fire damage at Ellis Elementary (Unanimous)
• Approved contract amendments for The New Teacher Project (TNTP) and Zia Brown (Unanimous)
• Approved Google Suite Enterprise for Education (Unanimous)
• Deferred renaming of Terrytown Elementary to Marjorie M. King Elementary to January 6, 2021

Special Session School Board Meeting

This special session of the Jefferson Parish School Board will consider two action items: authorizing litigation to challenge the constitutionality of Act 48 of the 2012 Louisiana Special Session, and approving a proclamation for a special election to fill the vacant District I seat following the resignation of Mark C. Morgan, with the primary scheduled for March 20, 2021 and the general election on April 24, 2021. The board will also receive a presentation on the academic calendar and discuss a federal lawsuit in closed session.

• Motion to authorize attorney Ernst F. Preis, Jr. and the firm Breazeale, Sachse and Wilson, L.L.P. to seek court review of Act 48 of the 2012 Special Session of the Louisiana Legislature
• Motion to approve proclamation for special election to fill District I board vacancy (resignation of Mark C. Morgan) with primary on March 20, 2021 and general on April 24, 2021
• Presentation on the academic calendar
• Executive session discussion of Ka'Maura Harrison v. Jefferson Parish School Board (U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, No. 20-CV-02916)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended

The Jefferson Parish School Board met and took action on several second-reading items. It voted to withdraw membership from the Louisiana School Board Association and to stop direct financial transfers from district accounts to the Jefferson Federation of Teachers COPE PAC. A motion to conduct a forensic audit of the school system failed. The board also approved the consent agenda, including an $837,000 contract for chiller replacement at Livaudais Middle School and a $227,776 roof replacement at Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School.

• Approved second reading to withdraw membership from Louisiana School Board Association (motion carried 7-2)
• Approved second reading to stop all financial transfers to Jefferson Federation of Teachers COPE PAC and investigate legality (motion carried 7-2)
• Rejected second reading for a forensic audit of the school system (motion failed 3-6)
• Accepted $837,000 bid for chiller, pump, and electrical replacement at Livaudais Middle School
• Accepted $227,776 roof replacement at Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School

The Board voted to withdraw its membership from the Louisiana School Board Association and ordered the Superintendent to stop financial transfers to the Jefferson Federation of Teachers COPE. The Board also approved several facility projects and food service contracts. A proposal to hire a firm for a forensic audit of the school system was defeated.

• Withdrew membership from Louisiana School Board Association (7-2)
• Directed Superintendent to stop financial transfers to Jefferson Federation of Teachers COPE and investigate legality of PAC funding (7-2)
• Denied proposal to hire an accounting firm for a forensic audit (3-6)
• Deferred task force to change offensive school names or mascots until December (9-0)
• Approved $837,000 contract for chillers and electrical work at Livaudais Middle School (9-0)
• Approved $227,776 for cafeteria roof replacement at Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School (9-0)
• Approved $1.8M budget and scope to replace air conditioning at Riverdale High School (9-0)
• Approved 2021 Board meeting schedule and amended FY 2020-21 Pupil Progression Plan (9-0)

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board held a special session on October 21, 2020. During new business, the board voted on a resolution to appoint Mr. Ernst F. Preis, Jr. and the law firm Brazeale, Sachse & Wilson to represent the district in any litigation arising from the virtual suspension of Grand Isle student Tomie Brown. The motion, presented by Larry Dale and seconded by Clay Moise, carried with a majority vote. The meeting concluded with an executive session and adjournment.

• Resolution to appoint Mr. Ernst F. Preis, Jr. and Brazeale, Sachse & Wilson for litigation related to Tomie Brown's virtual suspension

The School Board approved a resolution to appoint Mr. Ernst F. Preis, Jr. and the law firm of Brazeale, Sachse & Wilson to manage potential litigation regarding the suspension of Tomie Brown.

• Appointed Mr. Ernst F. Preis, Jr. and Brazeale, Sachse & Wilson for litigation regarding Tomie Brown suspension (6-0)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board met on October 7, 2020, to approve policies, contracts, and construction project acceptances. The board reinstated a teacher supply reimbursement policy, mandated after-care availability for K-5 and K-8 schools, and adopted Board Policy GAMK to set work-from-home expectations during the pandemic. The after-care mandate affects family scheduling for K-5 and K-8 students, while the approved contracts fund health screening services and facility upgrades at Hearst and Matas Elementary schools.

• Mandated after-care availability for K-5 and K-8 schools
• Adopted Board Policy GAMK establishing work-from-home expectations during the pandemic
• Approved $32,500 one-year contract for a Child Search Nurse funded by an IDEA Grant
• Accepted construction projects at Hearst Elementary ($97,700) and Matas Elementary ($170,000)
• Renewed the 2021 Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Jefferson Federation of Teachers

The School Board adopted a new work-from-home policy for pandemic-era employees and reinstated the 2019-2020 Teacher Supply Reimbursement policy. The Board also approved several construction projects and a 25% rental reduction for Yenni and Memtsas stadiums for the 2020 football season.

• Named the band building at John Q. Adams Middle School the Haydel Performing Arts Center (9-0)
• Reinstated Teacher Supply Reimbursement policy as per 2019-2020 school year (9-0)
• Required K-5 and K-8 schools to offer after care if numbers allow (9-0)
• Adopted Board Policy GAMK - Work From Home (9-0)
• Approved 1-year contract for part-time Child Search Nurse (9-0)
• Accepted window wall replacement at Hearst Elementary School (9-0)
• Accepted storefront window and door replacement at Matas Elementary School (9-0)
• Approved 25% stadium rental reduction for Yenni and Memtsas stadiums for 2020 season (9-0)

JPSB Insurance Committee Meeting

The JPSB Insurance Committee will consider recommendations for the October flood policy renewal. This is the only action item on the agenda; the rest are procedural steps. The meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2020, in Harahan, Louisiana.

• 2.01 – October flood policy renewal recommendations (action item)

JPSB Insurance Committee Meeting - CANCELED

This meeting of the Jefferson Parish School Board Insurance Committee was canceled. No decisions or discussions took place.

• The single substantive agenda item—October flood policy renewal recommendations—was not considered due to the cancellation.

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended Agenda

The Jefferson Parish School Board will vote on a consent agenda including renewal of the Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with the Jefferson Federation of Teachers for 2021, settlements for personal injury claims from bus accidents, and multiple early childhood education contracts funded by PDG grants. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and announcements.

• Renewal of Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with teachers union for calendar year 2021
• Settlement for student injury in bus accident (CCMSI no. 20S55J241057)
• Settlement for driver injury in bus accident (CCMSI no. 19S55J128286)
• Settlement in lawsuit Kendrica Robinson v. Brandon Hodges and JP School Board
• Contracts for early childhood programs: Agape Angels Academy ($182,846), Jazzie's Learning Academy ($157,660), Beary Cherry Tree ($215,512), New Horizon Learning Academy ($165,352)

The Board approved the Start Strong Jefferson program and the FY 2021 Special Revenue and Lunch Fund budgets. Members also approved several personal injury settlements and multiple contracts for child development centers and educational services for the 2020-2021 school year.

• Approved Start Strong Jefferson (8-0)
• Approved FY 2021 Special Revenue and Lunch Fund Budgets (8-0)
• Approved settlement for student bus accident personal injury claim (8-0)
• Approved settlement for driver involved in school bus accident (8-0)
• Approved settlement in Kendrica Robinson and E-Mond Green v. Brandon Hodges and JP School Board (8-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 contracts for Agape Angels Academy, Jazzie's Learning Academy, Beary Cherry Tree of Jefferson, New Horizon Leaning Academy, Torah Day School, Stellar Academy, Precious Little Lambs, and Westwego Angels Academy (8-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 contracts for LSU (LASARD), Jason Quinlan/Franklin Covey-Leader in Me, and Rochelle Gauthier (8-0)
• Approved tabulations for Assistive Technology for Students with Visual Impairments and Pipe Insulation Service Contract (8-0)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended Agenda

The board voted on and approved a consent agenda containing multiple contract renewals for the 2020-2021 school year, including a $805,239 contract with Catapult Learning to provide supplementary instruction for at-risk students in non-public schools. All items passed 8-1, with Ricky Johnson voting nay.

• Catapult Learning contract renewal for $805,239 for supplementary instruction at non-public schools
• Sylvan Learning Center contract renewal for $244,175 for at-risk students in non-public schools
• School Leadership Center of Greater New Orleans contract renewal for $170,000 for principal Discovery Walks
• Validate Me contract for $100,000 for international transcript evaluations for English learners and immigrants
• Multiple early childhood contracts: Candyland Kinder Kollege ($45,800), Kids University ($59,540), Kids House of Learning ($91,600)

The Board approved a series of contract renewals and new agreements for the 2020-2021 school year, including educational services and childcare providers. All listed consent agenda items passed with a consistent 8-1 vote. The meeting also included a recognition of Lale Geer's 30 years of service upon his retirement.

• Approved Catapult Learning, LLC 2020-2021 contract renewal (8-1)
• Approved Sylvan Learning Center 2020-2021 contract renewal (8-1)
• Approved School Leadership Center Of Greater New Orleans 2020-2021 contract renewal (8-1)
• Approved Validate Me 2020-2021 contract (8-1)
• Approved contract renewals for Janai M. Garrison and Jessica Rouquette (8-1)
• Approved contract for Melissa Johnson (8-1)
• Approved contract renewals for Candyland Kinder Kollege, Kids University, Kids House of Learning, Creative Kidz, Agape Angels Academy, and Beary Cherry Tree (8-1)
• Approved contracts for Hillspoint Resources, Inc. and Frog Street Press, Inc. (8-1)

Special Session School Board Meeting

This special session of the Jefferson Parish School Board will consider a motion to approve a contract with Dr. James E. Gray. Other items are procedural, including roll call, public comments, and an executive session. No dollar amount for the contract is listed in the agenda.

• Action item: Motion to approve contract between Jefferson Parish School Board and Dr. James E. Gray

The board approved a contract between the Jefferson Parish School Board and Dr. James E. Gray. The board also convened in an executive session.

• Approved contract between Jefferson Parish School Board and Dr. James E. Gray (8-0)
• Approved motion to convene to Executive Session (8-0)

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board voted 8-0 to approve Calendar B, an amended 2020-2021 academic calendar developed by the Calendar Committee to address COVID-19 concerns, including a delayed start and provisions for blended or virtual instruction. The board also received applicant presentations for the superintendent position and was scheduled to vote on an appointment. An executive session was held before adjournment.

• Approved Calendar B for 2020-2021 school year, based on survey results and committee recommendations
• Calendar B includes delayed start, preparation time for employees, and flexibility for blended/virtual models
• Heard applicant presentations for superintendent position
• Scheduled action on motion to appoint superintendent
• Held executive session and adjourned

The board appointed Dr. James Gray as Superintendent and authorized the Board President and Attorney to negotiate his contract. The board also approved an amendment to the FY 2020-2021 academic calendar to delay the start of school. Additionally, a resolution was passed to protect the enrollment status of ASA and ASA Magnet students who seek in-person curriculum elsewhere due to COVID-19.

• Approved FY 2020-2021 Academic Calendar Amendment to delay school start (8-0)
• Appointed Dr. James Gray as Superintendent (9-0)
• Authorized Board President and Attorney to negotiate Dr. James Gray's contract (9-0)
• Approved 24-hour waiver for Superintendent contract negotiation (9-0)
• Approved resolution allowing ASA and ASA Magnet students to seek in-person curriculum elsewhere without penalty or requirement to reapply (9-0)
• Approved 24-hour waiver for ASA student enrollment motion (9-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (9-0)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended

The Jefferson Parish School Board met and approved a consent agenda that included a $227,776 contract for roof replacement at Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School, acceptance of a $210,900 HVAC project at Fisher High School, and several contract renewals for ESL coaching and interpretation services. The board also settled a lawsuit and handled other routine items.

• Bid acceptance: Roof Technologies, Inc., $227,776 to replace cafeteria roof at Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School
• Project acceptance: $210,900 HVAC replacement in old gymnasium at Fisher High School by Stallings Construction
• Contract renewal: TaJu Educational Solutions, LLC, $181,500 for dual language coaching and professional development
• Contract renewal: Zab, LLC, $90,000 for interpretation services for LEP parents
• Settlement approved in lawsuit Linda Ocmand vs. Jefferson Parish School Board (amount not specified)

The Board approved several consent agenda items, including facility repairs, contract renewals, and legal settlements. A presentation was given regarding the 'Strong Start Jefferson' guide for reopening schools in August.

• Approved $227,776 roof replacement for Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School (9-0)
• Accepted HVAC replacement project at Fisher High School (9-0)
• Approved settlement in Linda Ocmand vs. Jefferson Parish School Board (9-0)
• Approved football helmets and shoulder pads recommendations (9-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 contract renewal for Dr. Rosa Belina-Garcia (9-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 contract renewal for Zab, LLC (9-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 contract renewal for New Language Capital, LLC/Alliance Business Solutions, LLC (9-0)
• Approved 2020-2021 contract renewal for TaJu Educational Solutions, LLC (9-0)

JPSB Special Session School Board Meeting - Amended

The Jefferson Parish School Board held a special session to hear a presentation on end-of-year stakeholder survey planning results and to vote on the FY 2020-21 General Fund Proposed Budget. The board approved the budget by a 7-0 vote, with two members absent.

• End of Year Stakeholder Survey Planning Results presentation
• Approval of FY 2020-21 General Fund Proposed Budget (motion carried 7-0)

The board approved the proposed General Fund budget for fiscal year 2020-21. Discussion included transportation costs, teacher reimbursement, and the temporary nature of budget cuts.

• Approved FY 2020-21 General Fund Proposed Budget (7-0)

Jefferson Parish School Board Insurance Committee Meeting - Amended

The Jefferson Parish School Board Insurance Committee will consider a recommendation for a Third Party Administrator (TPA) under an RFP and review audit findings from Sigma Consultants. The meeting includes roll call, invocation, and adjournment. The agenda was amended on June 22, 2020.

• RFP recommendation for Third Party Administrator (TPA)
• Sigma Consultants audit review findings
• Action items on both TPA recommendation and audit findings
• Meeting held at JPSB Administration Building, 501 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, LA
• Amended agenda effective June 22, 2020

The minutes record the agenda items for the meeting, but do not list any votes, outcomes, or specific decisions made regarding the RFP recommendation or audit review.

JPSB Special Session School Board Meeting - Budget Hearing

The Jefferson Parish School Board is holding a special session and public hearing to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, invocation, and pledge of allegiance. No specific budget figures or changes are provided in the agenda.

• Public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget

Chief Finance Officer Sarah Caruso presented the FY 2021 General Fund Budget, which includes $11 million in deficit spending and $8.9 million in offsetting reductions. The presentation detailed budget cuts resulting from a previous infrastructure plan and additional reductions due to the COVID-19 economic impact. No formal vote on the budget was recorded in the minutes.

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended Agenda

The Jefferson Parish School Board is holding a regular meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes multiple contracts and project acceptances. Key items include a $499,000 contract with the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching for 2020-2021, a $479,000 project acceptance at Clancy-Maggiore Elementary for window and door replacement, and several smaller contracts for speech, early childhood, and infrastructure services. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings.

• $499,000 NIET contract for teaching excellence programs in 2020-2021
• $479,000 project acceptance for window and door replacement at Clancy-Maggiore Elementary School
• $86,850 contract with Nola Speech LLC for early childhood project director
• $151,800 contract with Innovations in Education LLC for early childhood network leadership
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2020 special session and April 1, 2020 regular session

The board approved a $398,633 bid for a new parking lot and drop-off area at Harahan Elementary School and accepted completed window and door work at Clancy-Maggiore Elementary. Multiple service contracts for the 2020-2021 school year were approved, including food services, medical exams for drivers, and educational consultants. General Fund Budget amendments for FY 2020 were also approved.

• Approved $398,633 bid for Harahan Elementary parking lot and canopies (8-1)
• Accepted window and door project at Clancy-Maggiore Elementary (8-1)
• Approved FY 2020 General Fund Budget Amendments (8-1)
• Approved medical clinic contracts for bus driver physicals (8-1)
• Approved food service tabulations for milk, ice cream, bread, and other items (8-1)
• Approved maintenance service contracts for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical (8-1)
• Approved 2020-2021 contracts for NIET, Nola Speech LLC, and Innovations in Education (8-1)
• Approved 2020-2021 contracts for Mary Munoz, Lysa Nguyen, and JoAnn Clarey (8-1)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended Agenda

The board will hold a second reading of Superintendent Brumley's Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan, which includes school consolidations, attendance zone adjustments, facility upgrades, and staff revisions, previously deferred. The consent agenda includes approval of a $1.5 million budget to demolish surplus school buildings for property sale, and several contract amendments for services such as behavioral intervention and interpreter training.

• Second reading of Superintendent Brumley's 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan for school consolidations, zone changes, and facility upgrades (deferred from April)
• Approve $1,500,000 budget and architect to demolish surplus school buildings: Homedale School, Live Oak Manor Elementary, St. Pierre Academy, Waggaman School, Westbank Community School, Westbank Regional Office
• Contract amendment with IMPACT, LLC for $44,850 for Pre-K behavioral intervention programs
• Contract amendment with Pena Language Consultants for $57,000 for virtual interpreter training sessions
• Contract amendment with Sylvan Learning for $25,000 for supplementary instruction for one special needs student

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended

The Jefferson Parish School Board will hold a second reading on a motion to reconsider the Superintendent's 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan, which authorizes school consolidations, attendance zone adjustments, facility upgrades, and staff revisions. The consent agenda includes resolutions for issuing Limited Tax Bonds (up to $17.5M plus premium), a $23.9M prioritized capital project list funded by bond proceeds, acceptance of a $6.7M bid for a new multi-purpose assembly center at the Science and Technology Academy, renewal of the School Resource Officer agreement with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, and appointment of special counsel for a lawsuit.

• Second reading of reconsideration of 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan (consolidations, zone changes, upgrades)
• Resolutions for preliminary approval and parameter authorization of Limited Tax Bonds
• $23,894,400 in prioritized capital projects (2020 Infrastructure Plan) funded by bonds
• Acceptance of $6,738,000 low bid from Buquet & LeBlanc for new assembly center at Science and Technology Academy
• Renewal of School Resource Officer program with JPSO (14 officers) for 2020-2021

The Board approved several consent agenda items, including a construction contract for a new assembly center and the issuance of Limited Tax Bonds. The Board also ratified a state of emergency due to coronavirus and renewed multiple agreements with local law enforcement.

• Approved $6,738,000.00 bid from Buquet and LeBlanc, Inc. for a new multi-purpose assembly center (9-0)
• Ratified Resolution Declaring A State of Emergency Due to Coronavirus (8-0)
• Approved preliminary issuance of Limited Tax Bonds (8-0)
• Approved incurring of debt and issuance of Limited Tax Bonds (9-0)
• Approved 2020 Prioritized Capital Project List (9-0)
• Approved appointment of E. Fredrick Preis, Jr. and Breazeale, Sachse and Wilson, L.L.P. as Special Counsel (9-0)
• Approved renewal of SRO program and emergency warehousing agreements with JPSO (9-0)
• Approved renewal of agreements with Sheriff Joseph Lopinto for crossing guards and 'Jefferson’s Most Wanted' program (9-0)

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board passed two emergency motions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. One motion gives the Superintendent authority to enter contracts and sign purchase orders of any amount. Another places all employees on administrative leave with pay, with the Superintendent allowed to recall essential workers. The board also held an executive session for emergency planning.

• Motion to give superintendent authority to enter contracts and sign purchase orders regardless of amount
• Motion to place all employees on administrative leave with pay, with recall option for essential employees
• Executive session for emergency planning under LA RS 42:17(A)(5)

The Board approved giving the Superintendent authority to sign contracts and purchase orders of any amount to respond to an emergency for the duration of the Governor's emergency call. The Board also approved administrative leave with pay for all employees, with the option for the Superintendent to recall essential staff.

• Approved authority for Superintendent to enter contracts and sign purchase orders regardless of amount for the duration of the Governor's emergency (8-0)
• Approved administrative leave with pay for all employees, allowing Superintendent to recall essential staff (8-0)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for emergency planning (8-0)

JPSB Legislative Committee Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board Legislative Committee will review proposed legislation for the 2020 session. The agenda contains only this action item along with procedural roll call and adjournment.

• Review proposed legislation for the 2020 legislative session

JPSB Insurance Committee Meeting - Amended Agenda

The JPSB Insurance Committee will review an insurance renewal proposal from Daul Insurance and a recommendation from Sigma Consultants. The meeting also includes roll call, agenda review, other business, and adjournment.

• Review of insurance renewal from Daul Insurance and insurance recommendation by Sigma Consultants

Special Session School Board Meeting - Public Hearing

The Jefferson Parish School Board will hold a public hearing on the 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan. After public comment, the board will take a second reading to accept the plan. Acceptance would authorize school consolidations, adjustments to attendance zones, facility upgrades, and staff revisions. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Public hearing on the 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan
• Second reading to accept Superintendent Brumley's plan
• Authorization of school consolidations
• Adjustments to school attendance zones
• Facility upgrades and staff revisions

The Board approved Superintendent Brumley’s 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan, which includes school consolidations, attendance zone adjustments, facility upgrades, and staff revisions. The approved version includes specific amendments regarding school consolidation timelines, facility relocations, and the renaming of a school.

• Approved 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan (9-0)
• Approved adoption of an intervention and honors pathway for K-8 schools
• Approved capital project priorities for Gretna #2, Livaudais, Pitre, Riverdale Middle, and Matas
• Delayed consolidation of Washington and Bunch Elementary schools to 2021-2022 if Washington student count is below 350 on February 1, 2021
• Approved moving Ray St. Pierre Academy to the Myrtle C. Thibodeaux site and declaring the current Ray St. Pierre campus as surplus for sale
• Approved replacing one-time bond expenses at Bunch Elementary with a new parking lot and bus delivery re-direction at Harahan Elementary
• Approved renaming the current Pitre site to Isaac G. Joseph Elementary

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including acceptance of multiple construction projects and bids. It will also consider a $824,145 five‑year technology master agreement with Universal Data, Inc. A second reading of the 2020 Infrastructure & Efficiency Plan was presented but deferred to a public hearing. The board will approve the minutes from the December 4, 2019 meeting.

• Accept $409,500 project to replace exterior steel doors and windows at Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School
• Accept $244,900 project to replace steel awning‑type windows at Airline Park Academy for Advanced Studies
• Accept $97,700 low‑bid contract to remove and replace window walls at Hearst Elementary School
• Accept $170,000 low‑bid contract for storefront window and door replacement at Matas Elementary School
• Approve $824,145 technology master agreement with Universal Data, Inc. (RFP‑3230) covering broadband, maintenance, and internal connections

The Board approved a policy allowing children of full-time certified and classified employees to attend any school in their assigned feeder pattern starting in 2021. The Board also approved several facility construction projects and renewed three insurance policies. Two student expulsions were upheld.

• Approved policy for children of full-time employees to attend schools in their assigned feeder pattern (9-0)
• Approved Commercial Property Insurance renewal with National Fire & Marine Insurance Company up to $2,421,220 (9-0)
• Approved Equipment Breakdown insurance renewal with Liberty Mutual Fire Insurance Company for $32,474 (9-0)
• Approved Inland Marine Insurance renewal with Everest Indemnity Insurance Company for $22,000 (9-0)
• Approved $170,000 bid for Matas Elementary storefront window and door replacement (9-0)
• Approved $97,700 bid for Hearst Elementary window wall replacement (9-0)
• Upheld student expulsions in cases LM-080-01 and TJ-080-01 (9-0)
• Accepted construction projects for Bonnabel Magnet Academy High and Airline Park Academy (9-0)

Jefferson Parish Schools Insurance Committee Meeting

The Jefferson Parish Schools Insurance Committee will hear recommendations from Daul Insurance on insurance renewals and from Sigma Consultant on TPA renewals. A contract amendment with Sigma Consultant will also be discussed. The meeting includes roll call, invocation, other business, and adjournment.

• Insurance renewal recommendations from Daul Insurance
• Sigma Consultant TPA renewal recommendations
• Sigma Consultant contract amendment discussion

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended

The Jefferson Parish School Board approved a consent agenda that included multiple contracts, settlements, and policy revisions. Key actions included expanding the ACCESS Health Louisiana contract to five new school-based health centers and hiring five additional social workers, renewing the TeachNOLA teacher contract for $225,000, and amending contracts with Catapult Learning ($303,238) and other vendors. The board also approved a seclusion and restraint policy amendment and two lawsuit settlements.

• $303,238 amendment to Catapult Learning LLC contract for at-risk student programs
• $225,000 renewal of TeachNOLA contract to provide 20–30 teachers for 2020–2021
• Expansion of ACCESS Health Louisiana agreement to five new school-based health centers, adding 5 LCSW positions
• Approval of amended Seclusion and Restraint Policy for students with exceptionalities
• Settlements approved in Reed v. JPSB and Plaisance et al. v. Jefferson Parish School Board

The Board approved a series of consent agenda items, including contract renewals for educational services and two legal settlements. Superintendent Brumley presented a 2020 Infrastructure and Efficiency Plan aimed at reducing costs by $16 million through school consolidations and model expansions.

• Approved contract amendments for Beary Cherry Tree of Jefferson, Inc., Catapult Learning LLC, and Sylvan Learning (8-0)
• Approved renewal of New Teacher Project (TNTP) with TeachNOLA for 2020-2021 school year (8-0)
• Approved settlement in Reed v. JPSB (8-0)
• Approved amended Seclusion and Restraint Policy (8-0)
• Upheld student expulsion for Case BW-085-01 (8-0)
• Approved renewal of ACCESS Health Louisiana MOU with JPS School Based Health Centers (8-0)
• Approved settlement in Plaisance et al. v. Jefferson Parish School Board (8-0)
• Approved charter school application evaluation contracts with World-Class Education Leaders, LLC and A. Leigh Solutions (8-0)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting - Amended

The Jefferson Parish School Board meeting includes presentations, approval of minutes, and a consent agenda with multiple contracts and expenditures. The board is approving construction projects, service contracts, a budget amendment, and a student expulsion appeal.

• Acceptance of $149,900 classroom renovation at Bridgedale Elementary School
• Purchase of playground structures for $57,000
• Alliance Business Solutions contract for interpreter and translation services ($40,000)
• UNO Dual Enrollment contract for Grace King High School ($24,500)
• Bid acceptance for HVAC replacement at Fisher High School ($210,900)

The Board approved the 2020-2021 academic calendar (Calendar A) and an amendment to the 2019-2020 calendar. Members also approved several construction projects, service contracts, and legal settlements via a consent agenda.

• Approved 2020-2021 Academic Calendar A (9-0)
• Approved FY 2019-2020 Academic Calendar Amendment (9-0)
• Approved $210,900 HVAC replacement bid for Fisher High School (9-0)
• Accepted classroom renovations at Bridgedale Elementary School (9-0)
• Approved interpreter and translation services contract with Alliance Business Solutions (9-0)
• Approved dual enrollment contract between UNO and Grace King High School (9-0)
• Upheld student expulsion in Case No. LM-039-01 (9-0)
• Approved legal settlements for Juan Halicki et al. and Plaisance et al. (9-0)