Jefferson Parish Public School System public meetings in 2022

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will hold a regular meeting with several action items. Second readings include a resolution to authorize a contract with NDS, LLC for filtration systems and renewal of the board attorney contract. The consent agenda features a state-mandated policy for cameras in special education classrooms, along with multiple contract approvals and bid acceptances for school improvements.

• Second reading: resolution to authorize contract with NDS, LLC for filtration systems in schools (deferred from July 2022)
• Second reading: renew Board Attorney contract with Grant & Barrow for 4 years at same terms
• Approval of policy and procedures for cameras in special education classrooms (state mandate)
• Contract with New Horizon Learning Academy II for early learning program, $165,000 (PDG B3 Funds)
• Bid acceptance for roof replacement at Grand Isle School, $460,000 to Morcore Roofing LLC

The Board approved the investment of $30,091,392.00 from the Technology Set Aside Fund into the Technology Investment Fund. Members also authorized the issuance of bonds to fund the Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy Multi-Purpose Performance Center. Additionally, the Board passed a wide range of consent agenda items including school construction bids and service contracts.

• Approved investment of $30,091,392.00 into Technology Investment Fund (9-0)
• Approved bond issuance for Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy Multi-Purpose Performance Center (9-0)
• Approved Cameras in Special Education Classrooms Policies and Procedures (9-0)
• Approved bid acceptance for Grand Isle School Project No. 2022-13 A (9-0)
• Approved bid acceptance for Bissonet Plaza Elementary School Project No. 2022-22 A (9-0)
• Approved increase to in-house substitute pay (9-0)
• Approved 2022-23 contract for Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services, Inc. (9-0)
• Rejected bid for Higgins High School Project No. 2021-19 (9-0)

Finance Committee Meeting - Amended Agenda

The Finance Committee will discuss two items: the design and cost of the Kenner Discovery Arts and Athletic Performance Center, and investing the Technology Set Aside Fund. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion-only session.

• Review design and cost of the Kenner Discovery Arts and Athletic Performance Center
• Discussion of investing the Technology Set Aside Fund

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will consider a second reading resolution authorizing a contract with NDS, LLC for filtration systems in all schools, and will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a $4.18M HVAC system replacement at Hearst Elementary, a $307,275 roof replacement at St. Pierre Academy, and several other contracts for literacy, early childhood, and special education services. The board will also hear presentations including a school renaming committee report.

• Second reading of resolution to authorize contract with NDS, LLC for filtration systems district-wide (deferred from July)
• Budget increase from $3.5M to $5.13M and acceptance of $4.18M low bid for HVAC upgrades at Hearst Elementary (Industrial and Mechanical Contractors, Inc.)
• Acceptance of $307,275 low bid for roof replacements at St. Pierre Academy (Roofing Solutions, L.L.C.)
• Consent agenda includes $200,000 early childhood contract with Greene Learning Center (The Learning Castle) using PDG B3 Seats funds
• Consent agenda includes $46,465.56 contract with Proximity Learning for live virtual instruction to address teacher shortages

The Board approved a comprehensive consent agenda including several school construction bids, change orders, and educational service contracts. A proposal for an air filtration system failed to pass. The Board also approved the minutes from the October 5, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 5, 2022 Board Meeting (9-0)
• Denied second reading for air filtration system (5-4)
• Approved Keys to Literacy 2022-23 contract (9-0)
• Approved Proximity Learning Live Instruction 2022-23 Contract (9-0)
• Approved Teachstone, Inc. 2022-23 contract (9-0)
• Approved budget increase and bid for Hearst Elementary School Project No. 2021-06 (9-0)
• Approved bid for St. Pierre Academy Project No. 2022-03 C (9-0)
• Approved bid for Meisler Middle School Project No. 2022-05 A (9-0)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will hold a regular meeting on October 5, 2022. They will consider second readings on restoring band budgets to pre-COVID levels ($7,200 for high school, $3,800 for middle school), authorizing a contract with NDS, LLC for water filtration systems in school buildings, and replacing the superintendent's vehicle (up to $40,000). The consent agenda includes multiple contracts for early childhood programs, tutoring, mental health services, and approval of the superintendent evaluation.

• Restore high school band budgets to $7,200 and middle school to $3,800 (second reading)
• Authorize contract with NDS, LLC for water filtration systems in school buildings
• Replace superintendent's vehicle with expenditure not exceeding $40,000 plus trade-in
• Approve $362,706 contract with Pioneer Academics for early childhood programs
• Approve $114,538 contract with Kennedy's Child Care Academy for early childhood programs

The Board approved a motion to restore band budgets to $7,200 for high schools and $3,800 for middle schools. The Board also approved the minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting.

• Approved restoration of band budgets to $7,200 (High School) and $3,800 (Middle School) (8-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 Board Meeting (8-0)

Facilities Committee Meeting

The Jefferson Parish Public School System Facilities Committee will meet on September 26, 2022. After roll call and the pledge, the committee will discuss and consider an architect/engineer for the repair and replacement of Fisher Middle-High School. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Discussion and consideration of an architect/engineer for the repair and replacement of Fisher Middle-High School

Insurance Committee Meeting

The Insurance Committee will review flood insurance renewal quotes from the National Flood Insurance Program and discuss contract renewal terms with insurance advisor HUB International. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Review of JPSB Flood Insurance Renewal quotes from the National Flood Insurance Program
• Discussion and consideration of contract renewal terms with insurance advisor HUB International

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will vote on a consent agenda including a $4.88 million contract for Hurricane Ida damage assessment and permanent repairs, along with multiple 2022-23 contracts for educational services and insurance renewals. A second reading will consider authorizing a contract with NDS, LLC for filtration systems. The meeting also includes presentations and approval of prior minutes.

• Second reading of resolution to authorize contract with NDS, LLC for filtration systems (deferred from July)
• Consent item: $4.88M contract for Hurricane Ida damage assessment and permanent repair
• Consent item: $79,950 pre-K contract with University of Florida Board of Trustees
• Consent item: $151,658 contract with Westwego Angels Academy for early childhood programs
• Consent item: $66,700 student accident insurance for sports and extracurriculars

The board held a series of presentations recognizing student achievement in the arts and professional development for school leaders. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Named Alice Birney Elementary Campus of the Month
• Named Bridgedale Elementary School of the Month
• Recognized Citizens First National Bank as September 2022 128 Partner of the Month
• Awarded gift cards to visual art students and departments via Citizens National Bank
• Recognized 9 graduates of the National Institute for School Leadership 2022 cohort
• Moved Student Recruitment and Retention Presentation to October meeting

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board is holding a special session to consider a single action item: approving a contract with Proximity Learning, Inc. for the 2022-23 school year. The $216,588.60 contract, funded by ESSER II District Funds, would provide certified teachers for live virtual instruction in high school subjects to address teacher shortages.

• Action item: Proximity Learning, Inc. 2022-23 contract for $216,588.60, funded by ESSER II, to provide live virtual instruction for high school students

The Board approved a 2022-23 contract with Proximity Learning, Inc. to provide certified instruction for 8th grade Algebra 1 and English 1. The move provides carnegie credits to 359 students across 29 schools where certified in-person teachers were unavailable.

• Approved Proximity Learning, Inc. 2022-23 contract (8-0)

Curriculum & Extracurricular Activities

This is a routine meeting of the Curriculum & Extracurricular Activities committee. The agenda includes a roll call, invocation, a report on the April 2022 extracurricular committee meeting, new business, and adjournment. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Report on the Extracurricular Committee Meeting of April 2022

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will consider a consent agenda including bid acceptances for construction projects and multiple contract renewals for the 2022-23 school year. Second readings include a resolution to contract with NDS, LLC for water filtration systems and a proposal to name the Lincoln Elementary School for the Arts library the Stanley Crosby Library and Literacy Center.

• Bid acceptance for $4,389,000 HVAC system replacement at Pittman Elementary School using ESSER funds
• Bid acceptance for $320,637 lighting upgrades at Bonnabel Baseball Field
• Second reading of resolution to authorize contract with NDS, LLC for filtration systems (deferred from July 6)
• Consent agenda includes $858,851 Catapult Learning contract renewal for at-risk students
• Consent agenda includes $271,769 Sylvan Learning Center contract for non-public school students

The board received a $20,500 cash donation and various instruments from the Jefferson Community Foundation to replace items lost during Hurricane Ida. The meeting also included presentations on youth leadership, school safety protocols, and Summer Bridge academic results.

• Accepted $20,500 donation and musical instruments from Jefferson Community Foundation

Insurance Committee Meeting - Cancelled

This meeting was cancelled and did not occur. It would have considered renewals of student accident insurance policies for sports and select extracurricular activities.

• Student Accident Policy - Sports & Select Extracurricular Renewal (action item, not taken up)
• Student Accident Policy - Sports & Select Extracurricular (Catastrophic Renewal) (action item, not taken up)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will hold second readings on two items: issuing up to $5 million in bonds to lend to Discovery Health Sciences Foundation for an arts and athletic center, and authorizing a contract with NDS LLC for filtration systems. The consent agenda includes renewing school resource officer agreements with Gretna PD ($237,472), Kenner PD ($142,819.86), and JPSO ($1,375,140.20), plus an emergency warehouse agreement with JPSO. Presentations include campus of the month, mental health resources, early warning systems, and English learner support.

• Second reading: bond up to $5 million to lend Discovery Health Sciences Foundation for Arts and Athletic Performance Center at Vintage and Loyola
• Second reading: contract with NDS LLC for filtration systems in school buildings
• Renew CEA with Gretna PD for SROs, adding one officer at Frederick Douglass Community School ($237,472/year)
• Renew CEA with JPSO for SRO program (13 officers + 1 supervisor) at $1,375,140.20/year
• Renew CEA with Kenner PD for SRO service at five schools ($142,819.86/year)

The School Board approved an amended resolution to provide up to $5 million for an Arts and Athletic Performance Center via a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement. The board also approved the minutes from the June 1, 2022 meeting. A proposal for school filtration systems was deferred.

• Approved minutes of the June 1, 2022 Board Meeting (9-0)
• Approved amended resolution to issue bonds or procure funds up to $5,000,000 for an Arts and Athletic Performance Center at Vintage and Loyola (9-0)
• Deferred second reading for NDS, LLC filtration systems contract to the next regular meeting

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board is holding a special session to consider a budget increase for Hurricane Ida damage repairs at Kerner Elementary School. The recommended action would raise the project budget from $6.79 million to $10.27 million, funded by FEMA and the general fund.

• Budget increase of $3,477,816 for Kerner Elementary School Hurricane Ida repair project (Project No. 2022-02), from $6,793,264 to $10,271,080

The Board approved a budget increase of $3,477,816.00 for Kerner Elementary School (Project No. 2022-02). This action raises the total project budget from $6,793,264.00 to $10,271,080.00.

• Approved budget increase of $3,477,816.00 for Kerner Elementary School, Project No. 2022-02 (5-0)

Special Session School Board Meeting - Budget Hearing

The Jefferson Parish School Board holds a special session budget hearing to take public comment on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, invocation, and adjournment.

• Public Hearing - Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget

The Board conducted a public hearing where the 2023 General Fund Budget was presented. The session included a detailed review of proposed expenditures for salaries, benefits, and payments to other local education agencies. No formal vote to approve or deny the budget was recorded in the minutes.

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The board will consider second readings on redistricting after the 2020 census, an early college partnership with Delgado Community College (up to $750,000), and a new school resource officer at Harahan Elementary. The consent agenda includes the proposed FY 2023 general fund budget, employee pay raises contingent on new MFP funding, and multiple contracts, including SRO renewals and professional development.

• Second reading: adopt new school board voting districts after 2020 census, with at least 33% majority-minority districts
• Second reading: direct superintendent to negotiate early college academy with Delgado, cost not to exceed $750,000
• Consent item: FY 2023 General Fund Budget proposal
• Consent item: contingent salary charts and budget amendments for employee pay raises via MFP funding
• Consent item: renewal of SRO agreement with Grand Isle Police Department for $55,512.32 per year

The board approved an agreement to place a Harahan Police Department School Resource Officer at Harahan Elementary for the 2022-2023 school year. The board also approved the meeting minutes from April 6 and May 4, 2022.

• Approved placement of Harahan Police Department SRO at Harahan Elementary for 2022-2023 (9-0)
• Approved April 6, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes (8-1)

Facilities Committee Meeting - Amended

The Facilities Committee is meeting to review Requests for Proposals (RFPs) 3294 and 3295 concerning Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) evaluations. The committee will consider recommendations from the Facilities and Maintenance Department for awarding a contract. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of RFP 3294 and RFP 3295 for HVAC evaluations and contract award recommendation

Facilities Committee Meeting

The Jefferson Parish Public School System Facilities Committee will hold a meeting on May 18, 2022, to discuss critical environmental system failures. No other substantive actions are scheduled; the agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Review of Critical Environmental System Failures (discussion)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will hold second readings on proposed school name changes and on reaffirming current district boundaries following the 2020 census. The board will also consider a consent agenda including renewal of a crossing guard reimbursement agreement with the sheriff, rejection of a low HVAC bid at Pittman Elementary, acceptance of a canopy replacement bid at Thomas Jefferson Academy, and amendments to early childhood contracts.

• Approve school name changes: Truman to Isaac Joseph, Ellender to Ray St. Pierre, and restore former names at Ray St. Pierre Academy and Isaac Joseph Elementary
• Reaffirm current school board district boundaries after 2020 census analysis
• Renew cooperative endeavor agreement with Sheriff Lopinto for crossing guard reimbursement ($625/guard/month, 61 guards)
• Reject low base bid of $3,868,000 for HVAC upgrades at Pittman Elementary due to insufficient funds; plan to re-bid
• Accept low base bid of $616,400 from Roofing Solutions for canopy replacement at Thomas Jefferson Academy

The board approved a motion to adopt new voting precincts and up to 11 newly formed districts for reapportionment. A proposal to rename Truman and Ellender schools was defeated. Minutes from the April 6 meeting were deferred to June.

• Approved new voting precincts and up to 11 newly formed districts for redistricting (5-4)
• Denied renaming Truman School to Isaac Joseph School and Ellender School to Ray St. Pierre School (0-9)
• Deferred approval of April 6, 2022 meeting minutes to the June meeting
• Approved motion for recess (6-3)

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board is holding a special session to receive public comment on a pending motion to readopt the existing plan of school board districts. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items such as roll call, invocation, and adjournment.

• Public comment on motion to readopt existing plan of districts

The Board held a special session to discuss a motion to readopt the current nine-district plan based on 2020 Census data. Board consultants and public speakers presented conflicting views on whether the existing map provides fair representation for minority communities.

Finance Committee Meeting

The Jefferson Parish Public School System Finance Committee will consider adopting a resolution setting the 2022 millage rates for school taxes, totaling 29.95 mills. The committee will also receive presentations on an All Inclusive Playground and Early Childhood Learning, review the FY 2021-2022 General Fund revised budget, and take action on an OPEB Trust Investment Manager RFP.

• Resolution to adopt 2022 millage rates: 2.83 mills (constitutional, perpetual), 6.80 mills (school maintenance, expires 2024), 8.75 mills (teacher raises, expires 2033), 3.89 mills (technology, capital projects, building maintenance, expires 2027), and 7.68 mills (employee pay raises, expires 2028).
• FY 2021-2022 General Fund revised budget review.
• OPEB Trust Investment Manager RFP action item based on evaluation rubric.
• Presentation on All Inclusive Playground.
• Presentation on Early Childhood Learning.

Curriculum & Extracurricular Activities

The Curriculum & Extracurricular Activities committee will receive findings from the Superintendent's Extracurricular Committee as an information item. The meeting also includes roll call, invocation, pledge of allegiance, and new business. No votes or concrete actions are scheduled.

• Findings of the Extracurricular Committee (information item)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will vote on second readings to rename Truman School to Isaac Joseph School and Ellender School to Ray St. Pierre School, and to create a process for future name changes. The consent agenda includes a $15 million technology upgrade funded by ESSER and bond funds, a $2 million contract with NOLA Education for the Star Academy program, and several budget increases for construction projects. Other notable items are a $67,000 contract for language consultant training and a $166,500 amendment to a legislative liaison agreement.

• Second reading to rename Truman School to Isaac Joseph School and Ellender School to Ray St. Pierre School
• Second reading to develop a process for changing school building names
• $15,000,000 technology upgrade using ESSER and bond funds
• $2,000,000 contract with NOLA Education LLC for Star Academy (2022-2025)
• $570,000 budget increase for canopy replacement at Thomas Jefferson Academy for Advanced Studies

The board approved a motion to develop a new process for changing school names in coordination with administration and stakeholders. Several other administrative contracts and policy revisions were approved via the consent agenda. A proposal for specific school name changes was held for a future vote.

• Approved development of a process to initiate school name changes (8-1)
• Approved minutes of the April 6, 2022 meeting (9-0)
• Approved Pena Language Consultants 2022 summer contract (9-0)
• Approved Start Early Pre-K contract amendment CM001360 (9-0)
• Approved University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (TEACCH) 2021-22 contract (9-0)
• Approved revision of Board Policy DFL regarding sale of buildings and land (9-0)
• Approved technology upgrades (9-0)
• Approved food serving lines and boilerless steamers recommendations (9-0)

Curriculum & Extracurricular Activities Committee Meeting

The Curriculum & Extracurricular Activities Committee will discuss progress on re-establishing the JP Schools Honor Band Program and receive an overview of the ESL curriculum. The meeting includes standard opening procedures and new business.

• Progress update on re-establishing the JP Schools Honor Band Program
• ESL Curriculum Overview

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will consider second readings on athletic complexes at Higgins and Riverdale High Schools, joining the Louisiana School Board Association, and changing substitution pay. The consent agenda includes $266,901 in lawsuit settlements and a $3.5 million contract for a School Within A School Academy at two sites.

• $3.5M School Within A School Academy (RFP #3293) for one Westbank and one Eastbank location
• $166,201 settlement for Emelda Lewis and $60,700 settlement for Dawine Coolie in consolidated lawsuits
• Second reading to build athletic complexes at Higgins and Riverdale High Schools
• Second reading to change class substitution pay: $25/half-day for paraprofessionals, split-day teacher pay
• Second reading to immediately join the Louisiana School Board Association

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will meet to review lender terms for Hurricane Revenue Bonds. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of Hurricane Revenue Bond Lender Terms

Insurance Committee Meeting

The Insurance Committee will review the property insurance renewal. The agenda includes only this substantive item along with procedural opening and adjournment. No decisions are noted; discussion is anticipated.

• Renewal review for property insurance

Legislative Committee Meeting

The Legislative Committee of the Jefferson Parish Public School System meets to discuss current legislative bills and other business. The agenda consists mainly of procedural items including roll call, invocation, and adjournment. No specific bills or actions are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of the Legislative Current Bills (Discussion)

Executive Committee Meeting - CANCELLED

This meeting was cancelled, so no decisions or discussions occurred. The only item on the agenda was a proposed discussion on parameters for adding public comment back to board meeting agendas.

• Consider Parameters for adding Public Comment Back to Board Meeting Agenda (proposed, but meeting cancelled)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee is reviewing a proposal to increase child care fees for the 2022-2023 school year and to raise pay rates for child care workers by approximately 10%. The committee will also discuss proposals for Hurricane Ida recovery bond bank financing.

• PM child care weekly rate to rise from $27 to $35; AM rate stays $20 but 5th-day discount eliminated.
• Proposed pay increases: child care assistant to $11/hr, account clerk to $16.50/hr, non-certified director to $11.55/hr.
• Registration fee remains $20; employee 10% discount continues, but employee-childcare staff pay $1 per session.
• Hurricane Ida recovery bond bank proposals under consideration.
• District has 37 child care sites; profit-sharing formula may be adjusted to retain only operating costs.

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The board will hear presentations including the FY 2021 audit, then consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, settlements, two student expulsions, a bond purchase agreement for Series 2022 Limited Tax Bonds, and approval of the 2022-2023 academic calendar (Calendar C).

• Contract with Agile Mind, Inc. for $218,500 for educator professional development
• Contract with New Solutions K12 for $185,000 for special education professional development
• Settlement of workers compensation claims: Barbara Scott ($23,500) and Lorenza Melancon ($43,000)
• Expulsion cases #TJ-45-020222 and #SP-17-020222
• Approval of 2022-2023 academic calendar (Calendar C) after stakeholder survey

The board approved the 2022-2023 academic calendar and a resolution for the sale of Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2022. Members also approved several educational service contracts, two workers compensation settlements, and two student expulsions. Additionally, three HVAC projects at Livaudais Middle, Matas Elementary, and Riverdale High were accepted as substantially complete.

• Approved 2022-2023 Academic Calendar (9-0)
• Approved Bond Purchase Agreement for Limited Tax Bonds, Series 2022 (9-0)
• Approved contracts for Agile Mind, Inc, New Solutions K12, and Soaring Angels Learning Center (9-0)
• Approved contract for School Leadership Center of Greater New Orleans (9-0)
• Approved contract amendments for Sylvan Learning Center, Catapult Learning, LLC, and Advantage Medical Professionals (9-0)
• Approved workers compensation settlements for Barbara Scott and Lorenza Melancon (9-0)
• Approved student expulsions in cases #TJ-45-020222 and #SP-17-020222 (9-0)
• Accepted HVAC projects at Livaudais Middle, Matas Elementary, and Riverdale High as substantially complete (9-0)

Facilities Committee Meeting

The Facilities Committee will consider several action items, including project completions and budget approvals. It will recommend acceptance of three school mechanical upgrade projects—Livaudais Middle, Matas Elementary, and Riverdale High—as substantially complete and within budget. The committee will vote on a $45,705.60 change order for Janet Elementary and on budget allocations for Hurricane Ida damage repairs at Kerner Elementary ($6,793,264) and St. Pierre Academy ($2,075,000). It will also consider a $1,195,000 budget increase for the Fisher Temporary Facility at the former Westbank Community Site.

• Recommend acceptance of project 2020-05 Livaudais Middle – replace chillers, pumps, electrical, automation (substantially complete, within budget)
• Recommend acceptance of project 2020-06 Matas Elementary – replace chillers, pumps, chiller pads, automation (substantially complete, within budget)
• Approve Change Order No. 2 for Janet Elementary new 15‑classroom building, $45,705.60 and 27 additional days
• Approve $6,793,264 budget and appoint Mathes Brierre Architects for Hurricane Ida damage repair at Kerner Elementary
• Approve $1,195,000 budget increase for Fisher Temporary Facility at former Westbank Community Site

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board will declare a vacancy in District VI and then interview, nominate, and vote on an interim candidate to fill the seat. This special session focuses solely on the appointment process.

• Motion to declare a vacancy in District VI
• Motion to interview, nominate, and vote on an interim candidate for District VI

The board declared a vacancy in District VI and conducted interviews with nine candidates. After three failed nominations, the board voted to appoint Diane Schnell to the seat.

• Declared vacancy in District VI (8-0)
• Approved motion to interview and vote on interim candidate for District VI (8-0)
• Nomination of Lauren Godshall failed (2-6)
• Nomination of Michael Pedalino failed (3-5)
• Nomination of Lauren Jewett failed (2-6)
• Approved appointment of Diane Schnell to District VI (7-0)

Regular Scheduled School Board Meeting

The school board will vote on a consent agenda that includes a resolution to call a special election for renewal of a sales and use tax. Other items include revised discipline policies, contracts for tutoring and pre-K programs, and a temporary pay increase for tutoring staff. The meeting also features presentations and announcements.

• Resolution to call a special election for renewal of a sales and use tax
• Revision of discipline policies per Louisiana Act 473
• $1,679,780 contract with UKG for a digital employee sign-in system using ESSER funds
• Temporary pay increase for before and after school tutoring: teachers $35/hr, paras $20/hr, bus drivers $125/route
• Pre-K contracts: Marrero Day Care Center $106,000 and Terry Parkway Learning Center $200,000

The Board approved a resolution to call a special election for the renewal of a sales and use tax. Members also approved revised discipline policies, several vendor contracts, and multiple student expulsions.

• Approved resolution to call special election for sales and use tax renewal (9-0)
• Approved revised discipline policies (9-0)
• Approved 2021-22 contracts for Power Courses, LLC, Proximity Learning, Inc., and Franklin Covey (9-0)
• Approved Pre-K contracts for Jezabela Asencio, Marrero Day Care Center, and Terry Parkway Learning Center (9-0)
• Approved temporary pay increase for before and after school tutoring (9-0)
• Approved UKG contract (9-0)
• Upheld expulsion decisions for six student cases (9-0)
• Approved Mutual Release and Settlement Agreement with TriStem, Inc. regarding Entergy utility bills (9-0)

Special Session School Board Meeting

The Jefferson Parish School Board is holding a special session to appoint and swear in a new board member for District VI. This is the only substantive action on the agenda.

• Appointment and swearing in of a District VI board member for the Jefferson Parish School Board

The board appointed Rafael Rafidi to fill the District VI seat vacated by the resignation of Larry Dale. Mr. Rafidi was sworn into office during the session.

• Appointed Rafael Rafidi to District VI seat (6-1)
• Swore in Rafael Rafidi as Board Member District VI

Facilities Committee Meeting

The Facilities Committee will vote on appointing Mathes Brierre Architects to assess Hurricane Ida damage at Leo Kerner Elementary and Scairono Martinez Architects for Ray St. Pierre Academy. They will also consider adding Infinity Engineering Consultants to the approved list and approving a $65,772.05 change order for chiller replacement at Livaudais Middle. The meeting includes routine procedural items and a new business segment.

• Appoint Mathes Brierre Architects for Hurricane Ida damage evaluation at Leo Kerner Elementary
• Appoint Scairono Martinez Architects for Hurricane Ida damage evaluation at Ray St. Pierre Academy for Advanced Studies
• Add Infinity Engineering Consultants, LLC to the list of approved architects/engineers
• Approve Change Order No. 1 for $65,772.05 for project 2020-05 Livaudais Middle chiller replacement