St. Tammany Parish School System public meetings in 2020

Special Education Advisory Council

The St. Tammany Parish Special Education Advisory Council is meeting to discuss transition plan standards for feeder schools and professional development opportunities for staff working with students with severe intellectual disabilities. The council serves as a forum for parents, district staff, and stakeholders to provide feedback on special education policies and procedures. No votes or formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Transition Plan standards for consistency across feeder schools in STPPS
• Discussion of Professional Development for teachers, paraprofessionals, and others assigned to students with Severe Intellectual Disabilities in middle/junior high
• Council purpose: provide recommendations and feedback on special education policies, procedures, and resources

The council discussed recommendations regarding Transition Plan standards and professional development opportunities for staff. No final decisions were made; recommendations will be finalized at a future meeting.

• Discussed requiring multilevel worksheets for students with IEPs to facilitate transitions (pending finalization)
• Discussed prioritizing professional development for personnel based on student IEP requirements (pending finalization)

Special Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted 9-1 to accept and ratify a collective bargaining agreement with the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees. The board also held an executive session before returning to open session to adjourn.

• Collective bargaining agreement between the board and the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees accepted and ratified (motion carried 9-1).
• Executive session held during the meeting.
• Public comments limited to five minutes per speaker and three minutes per speaker.

The St. Tammany Parish School Board reviewed and accepted a proposed contract with the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees. The agreement becomes binding upon ratification by the Federation.

• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees (9-1)

CANCELED - Special Board Meeting

This special meeting of the St. Tammany Parish School Board was canceled. The agenda included consideration of a collective bargaining agreement with the St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees. No action was taken due to the cancellation.

• Canceled meeting of the school board
• Proposed ratification of collective bargaining agreement between St. Tammany Federation of Teachers and School Employees and the school board (no vote taken)

Board Meeting

This meeting includes approval of retirements, acceptance of a virtual discipline policy, a $411,900 contract for server room HVAC and generator replacement at Information Technology, and acceptance of new classroom buildings and a parking lot at Abney schools as substantially complete. The board will also elect officers and committee chairs for 2021. Most items were recommended by the Committee As A Whole meeting and are expected to be approved.

• Approve retirements for 2 certificated and 7 non-certificated personnel
• Accept new Virtual Discipline Policy for student conduct during virtual instruction
• Award $411,900 contract to Arc Mechanical Contractors for HVAC and generator replacement at IT
• Accept Abney Early Childhood Center new classroom buildings as substantially complete (Project 1906)
• Elect board president and vice president for one-year term starting Jan 1, 2021

The Board elected new officers for the 2021 calendar year and approved several facility projects. The board also adopted a new Virtual Discipline Policy and approved a $411,900 HVAC and generator contract.

• Elected Brandon Harrell as President for 2021 (Unanimous)
• Elected Lisa Page as Vice President for 2021 (Unanimous)
• Approved $411,900 contract with Arc Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for Server Room HVAC and Generator Replacement
• Approved new Virtual Discipline Policy
• Accepted revisions to School Board Policy Section BD
• Accepted Abney Early Childhood Center new classroom buildings as substantially complete
• Accepted Abney Elementary School new parking lot as substantially complete
• Approved retirement resolutions for 10 certificated and non-certificated personnel

CAW Human Resources & Education

The St. Tammany Parish School Board's Human Resources & Education committee met on December 3, 2020. They approved the minutes from the November 5, 2020 meeting. The main action was approving a revised job description for the Associate Superintendent, with one board member voting against. The committee also heard a Chevron Recognition and STEM report.

• Approved minutes of November 5, 2020 CAW meeting
• Approved revised job description for Associate Superintendent (motion carried 13-1, Shelta J Richardson nay)
• Heard Chevron Recognition and STEM report from Dr. McCurley
• Public comments allowed: five minutes and three minutes per speaker

The board approved the minutes from the November 5, 2020 meeting and accepted a revised job description for the Associate Superintendent. Additionally, the district received a $100,000 contribution from Chevron for STEM and learning programs.

• Approved minutes for the November 5, 2020 meeting (13-0)
• Approved revised Associate Superintendent job description (12-1)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The CAW Business Affairs and Administrative Committee voted unanimously on several items, including a new virtual discipline policy and revisions to School Board Policy BD. The committee also accepted a low base bid of $411,900 from Arc Mechanical Contractors for server room HVAC and generator replacement at the Information Technology building. Construction projects at Abney Early Childhood Center and Abney Elementary School were deemed substantially complete.

• Approved revisions to School Board Policy Section BD
• Adopted a new Virtual Discipline Policy for student conduct during remote instruction
• Accepted $411,900 low bid from Arc Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for server room HVAC and generator replacement (Project No. 2005)
• Granted substantial completion for Abney Early Childhood Center new classroom buildings (Project No. 1906)
• Executive session scheduled to discuss collective bargaining agreement with St. Tammany Federation of Teachers

The board approved a contract for server room HVAC and generator replacement and accepted the substantial completion of two projects at Abney schools. Members also adopted a new Virtual Discipline Policy and revisions to School Board Policy Section BD.

• Approved $411,900 bid from Arc Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for IT Server Room HVAC and Generator Replacement (13-0)
• Accepted substantial completion of Abney Early Childhood Center new classroom buildings (13-0)
• Accepted substantial completion of Abney Elementary School new parking lot (13-0)
• Approved new Virtual Discipline Policy (13-0)
• Approved revisions to School Board Policy Section BD (13-0)
• Approved minutes from November 5, 2020 meeting (13-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss Collective Bargaining Agreement update (13-0)

Special Education Advisory Council

The Special Education Advisory Council will hold a procedural meeting including welcome, member introductions, discussion of purpose/vision, and setting the next meeting date. No substantive actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Welcome and introduction of members
• Discussion of Purpose/Vision
• Review of Action/Opportunities
• Setting dates for next meeting

The Council affirmed its existing mission statement and identified four priority areas for developing recommendations to improve special education in STPPS. Members scheduled specific improvement areas for discussion at the December and January meetings.

• Affirmed February 2020 mission statement
• Identified focus area: Liaisons between Parents, Educators, and School Administrators
• Identified focus area: Transition Plan standards consistency across feeder schools
• Identified focus area: Professional Development for staff assigned to students with exceptionalities
• Identified focus area: Accessibility of facilities and virtual learning platforms
• Scheduled December meeting recommendations for the second and third improvement areas
• Scheduled January meeting focus for the first and fourth improvement areas
• Set next meeting for December 16, 2020

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted to approve preliminary and final resolutions for Limited Tax Revenue Bonds, accept a $3.2 million construction contract for Northshore High School additions, and select a firm for artificial turf at seven high schools. The board also adopted final revised budgets for FY 2019-2020, accepted retirement resolutions for multiple employees, and approved a Veterans Resolution.

• Preliminary approval of Limited Tax Revenue Bonds (unstated amount)
• Issuance of Series 2020 Limited Tax Revenue Bonds (unstated amount)
• Accepted low base bid of $3,199,700 from Brunt Construction Inc. for additions at Northshore High School
• Selected Duplantis Design Group, PC for artificial turf field installation at seven high schools
• Adopted final revised budgets for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (General Fund, Special Funds, Grants)

The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved the issuance of $1,720,000 in Limited Tax Revenue Bonds. The board also accepted retirement resolutions for several certificated and non-certificated personnel and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved preliminary issuance of up to $1,720,000 in Limited Tax Revenue Bonds (13-0)
• Approved incurring debt and issuance of $1,720,000 Limited Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2020 (13-0)
• Approved minutes for October 3, 2020 special meeting (13-0)
• Approved minutes for October 8, 2020 regular meeting (13-0)
• Accepted retirement resolutions for certificated personnel (13-0)
• Accepted retirement resolutions for non-certificated personnel (13-0)

Special Board Meeting (Appeal)

This special meeting is to conduct a student expulsion appeal hearing, which may be held in executive session. The board will consider the Superintendent's action regarding Student A and could modify the expulsion.

• Expulsion appeal hearing for Student A
• Possible executive session per state law
• Board may vote to shorten length of expulsion

The Board held a special meeting to conduct a student expulsion appeal hearing. Following an executive session, the Board voted to modify the Superintendent's action to shorten the expulsion for Student A.

• Approved motion to enter executive session (12-0)
• Approved motion to return to regular session (12-0)
• Approved modification of Superintendent's action to shorten expulsion for Student A (12-0)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The St. Tammany Parish School Board CAW Business Affairs & Administrative meeting on November 5, 2020 approved the FY 2019-2020 final revised budgets and adopted resolutions for limited tax revenue bonds. The board also accepted a $3,199,700 low base bid from Brunt Construction Inc. for additions at Northshore High School (Project No. 1965). Additionally, it recommended Duplantis Design Group for artificial turf installations at seven high schools and reviewed various administrative and financial reports.

• Approval of FY 2019-2020 final revised budgets
• Adoption of preliminary approval resolution for limited tax revenue bonds
• Adoption of issuance resolution for Limited Tax Revenue Bonds Series 2020
• Acceptance of $3,199,700 bid for Northshore High School additions (Project No. 1965)
• Recommendation of Duplantis Design Group for artificial turf at seven high schools

The board approved the final revised budgets for Fiscal Year 2019-2020 and authorized the issuance of Limited Tax Revenue Bonds. A $3,199,700.00 contract was awarded to Brunt Construction Inc. for additions at Northshore High School. The board also selected Duplantis Design Group, PC for turf field installations at seven high schools.

• Approved minutes for October 1, 2020 meeting (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2019-2020 Final Revised Budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved preliminary issuance of Limited Tax Revenue Bonds (Unanimous)
• Approved incurring of debt and issuance of Limited Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,199,700.00 bid from Brunt Construction Inc. for Northshore High School additions (Unanimous)
• Approved Duplantis Design Group, PC for artificial turf field installation at seven high schools (11-2)

CAW Human Resources & Education

The CAW Human Resources & Education committee approved the superintendent's contract and adopted a disqualification plan. The board also received a health insurance update and heard public comments on equity, virtual school, and other topics. A Veterans Day resolution was passed earlier in the meeting.

• Approval of Superintendent Jabbia's contract as presented
• Adoption of the Disqualification Plan
• Health Insurance Update from Superintendent Jabbia
• Veterans Day Resolution (approved)
• Public comments on equity resolution, virtual school, and teacher schedules

The board approved the terms of the Superintendent's contract and a disqualification plan. Additionally, the board accepted a Veterans Day resolution and approved the minutes from the October 1, 2020 meeting.

• Approved Superintendent's contract as presented (14-0)
• Approved disqualification plan as presented (14-0)
• Approved Veterans Day Resolution (13-0)
• Approved October 1, 2020 meeting minutes (14-0)

Special Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted unanimously to approve a four-year contract for Superintendent Frank Jabbia with an annual base salary of $215,000, effective November 5, 2020 through November 4, 2024. The board also approved a disqualification plan as presented.

• Approved Superintendent Frank Jabbia's contract: $215,000 annual salary, November 5, 2020 – November 4, 2024
• Approved a disqualification plan (DRAFT 11-3-2020)

The Board approved a contract for Superintendent Frank Jabbia and adopted a disqualification plan. Both measures passed with unanimous support from the members present.

• Approved Frank Jabbia's contract with an annual base salary of $215,000.00 for the period of November 5, 2020, to November 4, 2024 (13-0)
• Approved the disqualification plan as presented (13-0)

Screening & Evaluation Committee Meeting

This is a procedural Screening & Evaluation Committee meeting for the St. Tammany Parish School System. The committee will discuss and consider firms for professional services related to installing artificial turf football fields at seven high schools. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of roll call, public comments, introductions, and a project overview.

• Consideration of firms for artificial turf football fields at seven high schools (discussion/information item)

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board acted on several items, including retirement resolutions for personnel, acceptance of a $1.66 million construction contract for Fifth Ward Junior High additions, and approval of artificial turf projects at seven high schools. The board also voted on procedures to select a superintendent, with a sub motion to appoint or re-interview the top two or three applicants passing 10-5.

• Approved $1,656,160 construction contract with Smith Construction Company for additions at Fifth Ward Junior High School
• Approved project to install artificial turf on football fields at seven high schools using modified qualifications process
• Board voted 10-5 on sub motion to appoint superintendent or re-interview top 2-3 applicants
• Accepted retirement resolutions for 3 certificated and 11 non-certificated personnel
• Approved Group Life Plan Benefit Amendment and a resolution by board member Ron Bettencourtt

The Board approved resolutions recognizing National School Lunch Week, School Bus Safety and Appreciation Week, and Red Ribbon Week. Members also approved the minutes from the September 10, 2020 meeting and accepted retirement resolutions for several certificated and non-certificated personnel.

• Approved National School Lunch Week resolution (unanimous)
• Approved School Bus Safety and Operators/Attendants Appreciation Week resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Red Ribbon Week resolution (unanimous)
• Approved September 10, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved retirement resolutions for certificated personnel: Violet R. Reynolds, Dr. April Owens, and Melanie Seghers (unanimous)
• Approved retirement resolutions for non-certificated personnel: Michelle S. Hill, Armener W. Burrell, Darlene G. Tanet, Meredith K. Kettenring, Ann P. Hoshman, and Donna R. Champagne (unanimous)

Special Board Meeting (Interviews)

The St. Tammany Parish School Board will hold a special meeting to first discuss in executive session applicant reference and background checks. Then beginning at 10 a.m., the board will conduct interviews for the superintendent of schools position. Five candidates are scheduled: Mr. Frank Jabbia, Dr. Robert DeRoche, Mrs. Amiee Lemane, Dr. Corwin Robinson, and Mrs. Dorable Dangerfield.

• Executive session to review applicant reference and background checks
• Interviews of candidates: Frank Jabbia, Robert DeRoche, Amiee Lemane, Corwin Robinson, Dorable Dangerfield
• Board announcements and adjournment

The Board held a special meeting to interview five candidates for the Superintendent of Schools position. The Board also entered and exited an executive session to review applicant reference and background check reports.

• Approved motion to enter executive session to review applicant reference/background checks
• Approved motion to return to regular session

CAW Human Resources & Education

The CAW Human Resources & Education committee meets mostly for procedural business: approving previous minutes, hearing an instructional technology update from Mr. Boullion, and entering executive session for investigative proceedings. No major budget or policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 3, 2020 meeting (already carried)
• Instructional technology update by Mr. Boullion (information only)
• Executive session for investigative proceedings under La. R.S. 42:17(4)

The board approved the minutes from the September 3, 2020, meeting. Members received an update on the district's Chromebooks and Hot Spots. The board entered and then exited an executive session regarding investigative proceedings.

• Approved minutes for the September 3, 2020 meeting (14-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session for investigative proceedings (14-0)
• Approved motion to return to regular session (14-0)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

This committee of the St. Tammany Parish School Board discussed and approved several items, including a $1.66 million construction contract for Fifth Ward Junior High additions, a resolution on equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a plan to install artificial turf at seven high schools. Public comments focused on the equity policy. Monthly reports were also presented.

• Approved $1,656,160 low bid by Smith Construction for Fifth Ward Junior High additions (Project No. 1930)
• Approved a resolution on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion after a roll-call vote (11-1-1)
• Approved a project to install artificial turf at seven high school football fields
• Public comments from 18 individuals on the Equity Policy
• Approved amendment to the Group Life Plan Benefit

The Board approved a construction contract for school additions and a project to install artificial turf at seven high schools. A resolution to hire an external consultant for an equity action plan was denied, though a separate resolution supporting ongoing improvement efforts was approved.

• Approved minutes from September 3, 2020 (Unanimous)
• Approved Group Life Plan Benefit Amendment (Unanimous)
• Denied resolution to engage external consultant for equity action plan (3-10)
• Approved resolution supporting ongoing efforts to identify and address areas for improvement (12-1)
• Recommended acceptance of $1,656,160.00 bid from Smith Construction Company for Fifth Ward Junior High additions (Unanimous)
• Approved project to install artificial turf on football fields at seven high schools (Unanimous)

Board Meeting

The board approved the minutes from the August 13 regular meeting and the August 20 public hearing. It accepted retirement resolutions for several certificated and non‑certificated employees. The board recommended accepting the low base bid of $4,333,000 from Voelkel McWilliams Construction for additions to Lancaster Elementary School (Project No. 2000). It also set the interview process and schedule for the superintendent search, including interview date, location, and random selection method.

• Approve minutes from the August 13 regular board meeting (motion carried)
• Approve minutes from the August 20 public hearing (motion carried, two abstentions)
• Accept retirement resolutions for certificated personnel (motion carried)
• Accept retirement resolutions for non‑certificated personnel (motion carried)
• Recommend acceptance of $4,333,000 low base bid for Lancaster Elementary School additions (motion carried)

The Board approved the minutes from the August 13 regular meeting and the August 20 public hearing. Members also accepted retirement resolutions for 11 certificated and 6 non-certificated personnel. Several administrative appointments were announced by Interim Superintendent Jabbia.

• Approved August 13, 2020 regular meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved August 20, 2020 public hearing minutes (12-0, 2 abstentions)
• Accepted retirement resolutions for 11 certificated personnel (14-0)
• Accepted retirement resolutions for 6 non-certificated personnel

CAW Human Resources & Education

The CAW Human Resources & Education committee will receive a Curriculum & Instruction update, hear public comments including one on a Racial Equity Policy, and vote to approve minutes from its August 6 meeting. No other substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the August 6, 2020 CAW meeting
• Curriculum & Instruction update from Mrs. Lemane
• Public comment by Anthony Alfred on a Racial Equity Policy
• Invocation and Pledge led by Mrs. Lamy
• Recognition of visitors and general public comment periods

The board voted against a motion to open the agenda for discussion regarding the Racial Equity Policy. The minutes from the August 6, 2020, meeting were approved. Mrs. Lemane provided updates on curriculum, instruction, and virtual learning models.

• Motion to open agenda to discuss Racial Equity Policy failed (4-11)
• Approved minutes from August 6, 2020, meeting (14-0-2)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The CAW Business Affairs & Administrative committee of the St. Tammany Parish School Board will consider adopting the Interim Superintendent's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. The committee will also review bids for additions at Lancaster Elementary School and receive reports on maintenance, risk management, transportation, construction, internal audit, and finances. Public comments are scheduled, and the board will vote on the budget resolution.

• Adoption of resolution for FY2020-2021 budget
• Consideration of bids for Lancaster Elementary School additions (Project No. 2000)
• Monthly financial, purchasing, and internal audit reports
• Superintendent search update

The committee approved the Interim Superintendent's proposed budgets for the 2020-2021 fiscal year. Bids for the Lancaster Elementary School additions were postponed to the September Board Meeting. The minutes from the August 6, 2020 meeting were also approved.

• Approved Interim Superintendent's Proposed Budgets for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 (15-0)
• Approved August 6, 2020 meeting minutes (13-0, 2 abstentions)
• Postponed consideration of bids for Lancaster Elementary School additions (Project No. 2000)

Public Hearing

The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a public hearing to discuss and receive input on the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2020-2021. The agenda included roll call, invocation, and pledge of allegiance, followed by presentations and public comment on the budget. The meeting adjourned after the public input period.

• Presentation of proposed budgets for fiscal year 2020-2021
• Public input opportunity on the proposed budgets

The Board conducted a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed budgets for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board approved a resolution to issue Taxable General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2020A, and accepted a $419,400 bid from JAC Construction for new tennis courts at Covington High School. The board also adopted new policies on sexually related student misconduct and Title IX sexual harassment, as well as revisions to the 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan. Retirements for multiple certificated and non-certificated personnel were accepted.

• Approved issuance of Taxable General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2020A
• Accepted $419,400 low bid from JAC Construction for new tennis courts at Covington High School (Project No. 1921)
• Adopted new School Board Policy JCEA on sexually related student misconduct
• Adopted new School Board Policy JAAA on Title IX sexual harassment
• Approved revisions to the 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan

The Board approved the issuance of $11,180,000 in Taxable General Obligation School Refunding Bonds. Additionally, a contract for new tennis courts at Covington High School was awarded to JAC Construction of South Louisiana, LLC.

• Approved issuance of $11,180,000 Taxable General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2020A (14-0)
• Approved $419,400.00 contract to JAC Construction of South Louisiana, LLC for Covington High tennis courts (14-0)
• Approved July 9, 2020 regular meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved July 21, 2020 special meeting minutes (12-0-2)
• Approved July 22, 2020 special meeting minutes (14-0)
• Approved July 23, 2020 special meeting minutes (12-0-2)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The CAW Business Affairs and Administrative Committee approved new policies addressing sexually related student misconduct and Title IX sexual harassment, as well as revisions to several related policies. The committee also authorized the issuance of Taxable General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2020A, and rejected all bids for Fifth Ward Junior High School additions as over budget. Completion of construction projects at Lyon Elementary and Mandeville High School was accepted.

• New policy JCEA on sexually related student misconduct adopted
• New policy JAAA on Title IX sexual harassment adopted
• Revisions to policies GAMC (Investigations), GAEAA (Sexual Harassment), GAE (Grievance Procedure), GAAA (Equal Opportunity Employment), and CG (Administrative Records) approved
• Resolution to issue Taxable General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2020A, adopted
• All bids for Fifth Ward Junior High School Additions (Project 1930) rejected due to exceeding budget

CAW Human Resources & Education

At this meeting, the CAW Human Resources & Education Committee approved revisions to the 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan and accepted the July 2 minutes. The committee also received a Curriculum & Instruction update and announced administrative appointments for several schools.

• Approved revisions to the 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan (action item)
• Approved minutes from July 2, 2020, CAW meeting (motion carried unanimously)
• Announced administrative appointments including Julie Lupo as Principal at Bonne Ecole Elementary
• Received Curriculum & Instruction update from Mrs. Lemane (information only)
• Public comments allowed for up to 5 minutes per speaker

Special Board Meeting (Appeals)

The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a special meeting to conduct student expulsion appeal hearings and a hearing on student assignment. The board voted to reduce the length of expulsion for two students and to reverse the superintendent's placement decision for another student.

• Expulsion appeal for Student A: board voted to reduce expulsion length to allow return in August 2020 (6-2 vote).
• Expulsion appeal for Student C: board voted to reduce expulsion length and allow virtual school start in August 2020 (6-3 vote).
• Student assignment hearing for Student E: board voted to reverse superintendent's placement and allow return to regular school after 45-day Project Believe (unanimous 9-0).

The Board heard appeals regarding student expulsions and assignments. It voted to reduce expulsion periods for two students and modify the assignment for one student. One expulsion appeal was withdrawn and another was postponed.

• Modified Student A expulsion to reduce period and permit return to regular school program (6-2)
• Modified Student C expulsion to reduce period and permit attendance at STPPS Virtual School (6-3)
• Modified Student E assignment to permit return to regular school program after 45-day Project Believe program (9-0)
• Student B appeal withdrawn by parent
• Student D appeal suspended/postponed at parents' request

Special Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a special meeting to address reopening schools for the 2020-2021 school year. They voted 10-4 to open discussions with the Federation about moving the start date to September 8th, and unanimously approved policies and plans under Bulletin 741 for reopening facilities. The board also scheduled an executive session to discuss the pending lawsuit Ogden v. STPSB.

• Motion to open discussions with Federation to move start date to September 8th (passed 10-4)
• Unanimous approval of policies and plans for reopening school facilities under Bulletin 741
• Executive session scheduled for Ogden v. STPSB lawsuit (22nd JDC, Docket No. 2018-11379)
• Curriculum & Instruction update presented by Mrs. Lemane
• Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker

The Board accepted policies and plans for reopening school facilities based on Bulletin 741. It also approved opening discussions with the Federation regarding moving the school start date to September 8th.

• Approved opening discussions with the Federation to move school start date to September 8th (10-4)
• Accepted policies and plans for reopening school facilities for 2020-2021 school year (14-0)
• Approved motion to enter executive session regarding Ogden v. STPSB (14-0)
• Approved motion to return to regular session (14-0)

Special Board Meeting (Appeals)

The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a special meeting on July 21, 2020, to conduct student expulsion appeal hearings. The board voted on seven appeals (Students A through G), modifying the superintendent's recommended actions for six of them—typically reducing the expulsion length and allowing the students to start virtual school in August 2020. A motion for Student E failed, leaving the superintendent's original action in place. All votes and specific modifications are recorded in the agenda.

• Student A: motion to modify expulsion, reduce length, start virtual school in August 2020 (carried 7-1)
• Student B: motion to modify, reduce length to attend virtual school (carried 5-3)
• Student C: motion to modify, reduce length and attend virtual school in August (carried 5-3)
• Student D: motion to modify, return in August 2020 (carried 7-1)
• Student E: motion to modify, reduce length and return Aug 2020 (failed 3-5)

The Board heard expulsion appeals for seven students. In six cases, the Board voted to reduce the expulsion period and allow the students to return to either a regular school program or the STPPS Virtual School. One appeal to modify an expulsion period was denied.

• Reduced expulsion for Student A and permitted STPPS Virtual School attendance (7-1)
• Reduced expulsion for Student B and permitted STPPS Virtual School attendance (5-3)
• Reduced expulsion for Student C and permitted STPPS Virtual School attendance (5-3)
• Reduced expulsion for Student D and permitted return to regular school program (7-1)
• Denied modification of expulsion period for Student E (3-5)
• Reduced expulsion for Student F and permitted return to regular school program (6-2)
• Reduced expulsion for Student G and permitted STPPS Virtual School attendance (5-3)

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board met on July 9, 2020, to approve a superintendent search process and accept construction bids for new facilities at Covington Elementary and Salmen High School. The approved projects will add classroom space at Covington Elementary and career technical classrooms at Salmen High School. The board also approved retirement resolutions for nine staff members, accepted minutes from the June 18 meeting, and honored Mr. Richard E. Tanner. All recommended actions were approved unanimously.

• Approval of superintendent search process recommendation
• $6,359,000.00 construction bid awarded to CM Combs Construction LLC for Covington Elementary School additions
• $1,070,510.00 construction bid awarded to Smith Construction Co. for Salmen High School welding shop and career classrooms
• Retirement resolutions approved for nine certificated and non-certificated staff members
• Special resolution honoring Mr. Richard E. Tanner

The Board approved two construction contracts for Covington Elementary and Salmen High School. Members also approved the superintendent search process and several retirement resolutions. A special resolution was passed honoring the memory of Mr. Richard E. Tanner.

• Approved $6,359,000.00 contract with CM Combs Construction LLC for Covington Elementary additions (unanimous)
• Approved $1,070,510.00 contract with Smith Construction Co. for Salmen High School welding shop and career technical classrooms (unanimous)
• Approved the Superintendent search process (unanimous)
• Approved resolution honoring Mr. Richard E. Tanner (unanimous)
• Approved retirement resolutions for five certificated personnel (unanimous)
• Approved retirement resolutions for four non-certificated personnel (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the June 18, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

CAW Human Resources & Education

The St. Tammany Parish School Board’s Human Resources and Education Committee met on July 2, 2020, to approve meeting minutes and the process for selecting a new superintendent. The committee also received public comments on the Girls on the Run program. Curriculum and instruction updates were deferred to the full board meeting on July 9.

• Approved the superintendent search process
• Approved minutes from the June 11, 2020 committee meeting
• Received public comment on the Girls on the Run program
• Deferred curriculum and instruction updates to the July 9 board meeting

The Board approved the presented process for the Superintendent search. Minutes from the June 11, 2020, meeting were also accepted. A scheduled presentation on Curriculum and Instruction updates was postponed to July 9, 2020.

• Approved Superintendent search process (14-0)
• Approved June 11, 2020 meeting minutes (14-0)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The CAW Business Affairs & Administrative committee discussed and took action on bids for two school construction projects: $6,359,000 for additions at Covington Elementary and $1,070,510 for a welding shop and career technical classrooms at Salmen High. The committee also received monthly reports on maintenance, transportation, risk management, and finances.

• Accepted low bid of $6,359,000 from CM Combs Construction LLC for additions at Covington Elementary (Project No. 1915)
• Accepted low bid of $1,070,510 from Smith Construction Co. for a welding shop and career technical classrooms at Salmen High (Project No. 1970)
• Approved minutes from the June 11, 2020, CAW meeting
• Discussed monthly maintenance, custodial, risk management, and transportation reports
• Received the Annual Uniform Evaluation Report and monthly financial and purchasing reports

The board approved construction contracts for additions at Covington Elementary School and new facilities at Salmen High School. The board also approved the minutes from the June 11, 2020, meeting.

• Approved $6,359,000.00 bid from CM Combs Construction LLC for Covington Elementary School additions (Project No. 1915)
• Approved $1,070,510.00 bid from Smith Construction Co. for Salmen High School Welding Shop and Career Technical Classrooms (Project No. 1970)
• Approved minutes for the June 11, 2020 meeting

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted to appoint Peter Jabbia as interim superintendent effective July 1, 2020. The board also gave preliminary approval to issue General Obligation School Refunding Bonds and levied a 62.0-mill tax rate for 2020. Additionally, dozens of certificated and non-certificated employee retirements were accepted.

• Appointment of Peter Jabbia as Interim Superintendent effective July 1, 2020
• Preliminary approval to issue General Obligation School Refunding Bonds (District No. 12)
• Levy of 62.0 mills for ad valorem taxes in tax year 2020
• Acceptance of retirement resolutions for 48 certificated and 22 non-certificated personnel
• Certification of board members completing one hour of mandated training

The Board gave preliminary approval for the issuance of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds and established the 2020 tax millage rates. Members also approved the May 28 meeting minutes and passed several resolutions recognizing retirees and Superintendent W. L. “Trey” Folse, III.

• Approved preliminary issuance of up to $11,500,000 in General Obligation School Refunding Bonds
• Adopted 2020 tax millage rates totaling 62.0 mils
• Approved May 28, 2020 meeting minutes
• Passed resolution of appreciation for Superintendent W. L. “Trey” Folse, III
• Approved retirement resolutions for 11 certificated personnel

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The CAW Business Affairs and Administrative Committee voted to approve a new COVID-19 leave policy, revised emergency closing and administrative records policies, the employee salary schedule for FY 2020-2021, the district handbook, and a $2,263,748.71 insurance package. It also accepted several school construction projects as substantially complete.

• Insurance purchase of $2,263,748.71 from Arthur J. Gallagher and Riverlands Insurance Services
• Employee Salary Schedule for FY 2020-2021
• New School Board Policy GBRIBC for Emergency Family & Medical Leave and Paid Sick Leave (COVID-19)
• Revisions to School Board Policy EBBD for Emergency Closing of Schools
• Revisions to School Board Policy CG for Administrative Records

The board approved the employee salary schedule for the 2020-2021 fiscal year and a comprehensive insurance package. New policies regarding COVID-19 emergency leave and school closings were adopted, and several school construction projects were marked substantially complete.

• Approved new Policy GBRIBC for Emergency Family & Medical Leave and Emergency Paid Sick Leave (COVID-19)
• Approved revisions to Policy EBBD regarding Emergency Closing of Schools
• Approved revisions to Policy CG regarding Administrative Records
• Approved Employee Salary Schedule for FY 2020-2021
• Approved District Handbook for Students and Parents for 2020-2021
• Approved $2,263,748.71 insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher and Riverlands Insurance Services, Inc.
• Accepted completion of roofing at Folsom Junior High, Sixth Ward Elementary, and Slidell Junior High, and track resurfacing at Slidell High
• Approved resolution levying mileage rates for tax year 2020 for a total of 62.0 mils

CAW Human Resources & Education

The CAW Human Resources & Education committee will approve minutes from the March 5, 2020 meeting and receive curriculum and instruction updates. The minutes were approved by a vote of 13-0. The curriculum update is an information item presented by Mrs. Lemane. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 5, 2020 meeting (motion carried, 13-0)
• Curriculum and instruction updates by Mrs. Lemane (information item)

The committee approved the minutes from the March 5, 2020, meeting. Mrs. Lemane provided an overview of curriculum and instruction updates and plans for the 2020-2021 school year.

• Approved March 5, 2020 meeting minutes (13-0)

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted to extend Superintendent Folse's contract by two years. They also rejected all bids for the Fifth Ward Junior High addition due to being over budget, and accepted a $403,100 bid for a parking lot at Abney Elementary School. The board approved minutes from April and scheduled an executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits.

• Approved minutes of April 30, 2020 regular meeting.
• Rejected all bids for Additions to Fifth Ward Junior High (Project 1930) because they exceeded the budget.
• Accepted low base bid of $403,100 from JAC Construction for Parking Lot at Abney Elementary School (Project 1907).
• Extended Superintendent Folse's contract for 2 years.
• Executive session requested to discuss Culbertson v. STPSB (2018-11067) and Garcia v. STPSB (2015-11268).

The Board approved a two-year contract extension for Superintendent Folse. Additionally, the Board accepted a construction bid for Abney Elementary and rejected all bids for Fifth Ward Junior High due to budget constraints.

• Approved extension of Superintendent Folse's contract through June 30, 2022 (15-0)
• Accepted $403,100.00 low bid from JAC Construction of South Louisiana, LLC for Abney Elementary School parking lot (15-0)
• Rejected all bids for Fifth Ward Junior High School additions (Project No. 1930) as they exceeded the budget (15-0)
• Approved minutes from April 30, 2020 meeting (15-0)

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board met virtually via Zoom on April 30, 2020. They approved the minutes from March 12, 2020, and accepted a $758,319 bid from Group IV, LLC for new classroom buildings at Abney Early Childhood Center. The board also authorized using remaining 2013 bond funds for a classroom wing addition at Lancaster Elementary and retained Gasaway, Gasaway, Bankston Architects for the project.

• Acceptance of $758,319 low base bid from Group IV, LLC for Abney Early Childhood Center New Classroom Buildings (Project 1906)
• Approval to use remaining 2013 Bond Issue funds for a Classroom Wing Addition at Lancaster Elementary
• Retention of Gasaway, Gasaway, Bankston Architects for the Lancaster Elementary addition
• Approval of minutes from the March 12, 2020 regular meeting
• Updates by Superintendent and Staff

The Board recommended a bid for new classroom buildings at Abney Early Childhood Center and approved a wing addition at Lancaster Elementary. The board also authorized the continued use of a specific architectural firm for the Lancaster project.

• Recommended low bid of $758,319.00 from Group IV, LLC for Abney Early Childhood Center New Classroom Buildings (15-0)
• Approved use of remaining 2013 Bond Issue for Classroom Wing Addition at Lancaster Elementary (15-0)
• Approved continued use of Gasaway, Gasaway, Bankston Architects for Lancaster Elementary Classroom Wing Addition (15-0)
• Approved minutes from March 12, 2020 meeting (15-0)

Board Meeting

The board approved over $1.2 million in contracts for roofing at Sixth Ward Elementary, Slidell Junior High, Folsom Junior High, site improvements at Mandeville High, and track resurfacing at Slidell High. It also accepted a revised job description for Title I Community Liaison and recognized students, support employees, and substitutes of the year. The meeting included certification of board members and approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Accepted low bid of $184,300 from Bell Roofing for 100 Wing Roofing at Sixth Ward Elementary
• Accepted low bid of $246,990 from Roof Technologies for Slidell Junior High Roofing Phase II
• Accepted low bid of $157,000 from Fischer's Inc. for roof at Folsom Junior High
• Accepted low bid of $236,000 from CDX Construction for Mandeville High Site Improvements Phase III
• Accepted low bid of $387,000 from T3 Global for track resurfacing at Slidell High

The Board approved five low-bid contracts for school roofing, track resurfacing, and site improvements. It also passed a resolution recognizing National Board Certified educators and accepted several retirement resolutions.

• Approved $184,300 Bell Roofing Co. contract for Sixth Ward Elementary (unanimous)
• Approved $246,990 Roof Technologies, Inc. contract for Slidell Junior High (unanimous)
• Approved $157,000 Fischer’s, Inc. contract for Folsom Junior High (unanimous)
• Approved $236,000 CDX Construction, LLC contract for Mandeville High (unanimous)
• Approved $387,000 T3 Global Projects contract for Slidell High track resurfacing (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution recognizing National Board Certified educators (unanimous)
• Approved retirement resolutions for Ronald R. Mitchell, Helen T.A. Domino, Jane C. Glaser, and Jeannie E. Stokes (unanimous)
• Accepted revised job description for Title I Community Liaison (unanimous)

CAW Human Resources & Education

The CAW Human Resources & Education Committee voted to accept a revised job description for the Title I Community Liaison. They also approved the minutes from the February 6 meeting, heard a public comment from Girls on the Run South Louisiana, and recognized the Louisiana Art Educator of the Year. The meeting included one substantive action item alongside procedural business.

• Approved revised job description for Title I Community Liaison
• Approved minutes from CAW meeting held February 6, 2020
• Public comment by Carley Fuller, Executive Director, Girls on the Run South Louisiana
• Recognition of Louisiana Art Educator of the Year

The committee approved the minutes from the February 6, 2020 meeting and accepted revisions to the Title I Community Liaison job description. The board also recognized Ms. Adair Watkins as the Louisiana Art Educator of the Year.

• Approved February 6, 2020 meeting minutes (10-1)
• Approved revised Title I Community Liaison job description (11-0)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The St. Tammany Parish School Board’s Committee on Administration and Welfare met to review administrative reports and approve construction contracts. The board approved low bids for roofing, site improvements, and track resurfacing at five local schools. The meeting also included monthly financial, purchasing, and maintenance reports.

• Approval of $184,300 roofing bid for Sixth Ward Elementary School
• Approval of $246,990 roofing bid for Slidell Junior High School
• Approval of $157,000 roofing and repair bid for Folsom Junior High School
• Approval of $236,000 site improvements bid for Mandeville High School
• Approval of $387,000 track resurfacing bid for Slidell High School

The board approved five low bids for roofing, site improvements, and track resurfacing at various school locations. The total approved expenditures for these projects exceed $1.2 million. The board also approved the minutes from the February 6, 2020 meeting.

• Approved $184,300.00 roofing bid from Bell Roofing Co. for Sixth Ward Elementary (Motion Carries)
• Approved $246,990.00 reroofing bid from Roof Technologies, Inc. for Slidell Junior High (Motion Carries)
• Approved $157,000.00 roofing and repair bid from Fischer’s, Inc. for Folsom Junior High (Motion Carries)
• Approved $236,000.00 site improvements bid from CDX Construction, LLC for Mandeville High (Motion Carries)
• Approved $387,000.00 track resurfacing bid from T3 Global Projects for Slidell High (Motion Carries)
• Approved February 6, 2020 meeting minutes (Motion Carries)

Special Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board held a special meeting to conduct five student expulsion appeal hearings. The board voted to affirm the superintendent's action for two students, modified the action for one student to allow return in January 2021, and saw a motion to modify another fail. Outcomes for two other students are listed but without recorded votes.

• Expulsion appeal for Student C: motion to modify superintendent's action to allow return in January 2021 carried 7-3
• Expulsion appeal for Student C: motion to allow return in August 2020 with summer school failed 4-6
• Expulsion appeals for Students A and B: motions to affirm superintendent's action carried
• Students D and E listed as expulsion appeals but no motions or votes recorded
• Meeting included public comment period and could enter executive session per Louisiana law

The Board held hearings for several student expulsion appeals. They affirmed the Superintendent's actions for two students and modified the expulsion period for one student.

• Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student A (7-3)
• Affirmed Superintendent action regarding Student B (10-0)
• Modified expulsion for Student C to allow return at the start of the 2020-21 second semester (7-3)
• Denied motion to let Student C return in August 2020 with summer school completion (4-6)
• Denied substitute motion to let Student C return in August 2020 or January 2021 (5-5)

Board Meeting

The board voted to approve a resolution allowing Allpax Products to participate in the Industrial Tax Exemption Program for a $7 million building and equipment project in Covington. They also adopted new math instructional materials (Eureka K-5, Ready 6-8, Springboard high school), rejected all bids for modular additions at Abney Early Childhood Center, and accepted a $283,000 roofing bid for Lyon Elementary. Several personnel retirements were approved, and a special resolution honored former Parish President Pat Brister.

• Resolution for Allpax Products ITEP ($7M project in Covington)
• Adoption of new math curriculum: Eureka K-5, Ready 6-8, Springboard high school
• Rejection of all bids for Abney Early Childhood Center modular additions (Project No. 1906)
• Acceptance of $283,000 low bid from Edward J. Laperouse Metal Works for Lyon Elementary roofing
• Approval of retirement resolutions for certificated and non-certificated personnel

The Board approved new math instructional materials for K-12 and a roofing contract for Lyon Elementary School. It also approved an industrial tax exemption for Allpax Products, LLC, and rejected all bids for modular additions at Abney Early Childhood Center.

• Approved Industrial Tax Exemption for Allpax Products, LLC $7M project (8-5)
• Adopted math curriculum: Eureka (K-5), Ready (6-8), and Springboard (HS Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for Abney Early Childhood Center modular additions (unanimous)
• Approved $283,000 roofing contract for Lyon Elementary School with Edward J. Laperouse Metal Works, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved resolution honoring Patricia P. “Pat” Brister (unanimous)
• Approved retirement resolutions for Suzanne B. Cole and Jason Thibodeaux (unanimous)
• Approved retirement resolutions for Rogers J. Bedford and Kim P. Daw (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 16, 2020 regular and special meetings (unanimous)

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The CAW Business Affairs & Administrative committee of the St. Tammany Parish School Board met to consider construction bids for Abney Early Childhood Center modular additions and Lyon Elementary School roof replacement. They also received the FY 2018-2019 comprehensive financial report (audit), monthly departmental reports, and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Consideration of bids for Abney Early Childhood Center modular additions (STPSB Project No. 1906)
• Accepted recommendation for Lyon Elementary School 300 Wing Roofing bids (STPSB Project No. R0071)
• Presentation of FY 2018-2019 Comprehensive Financial Report (audit) by LaPorte CPAs
• Monthly reports: maintenance, risk management, transportation, financial, and purchasing
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2020 meeting

The board approved a low base bid for roofing work at Lyon Elementary School. The board also approved the minutes from the January 9, 2020, meeting. Various monthly administrative, risk management, and financial reports were presented.

• Approved $283,000.00 low base bid from Edward J. Laperouse Metal Works, Inc. for Lyon Elementary School 300 Wing Roofing (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes for the January 9, 2020 meeting (Unanimous)

CAW Human Resources & Education

The St. Tammany Parish School Board’s CAW Human Resources & Education meeting will approve the minutes from the January 9, 2020 meeting and adopt the recommended changes to the math curriculum. The agenda also includes standard opening items, public comment periods, and adjournment.

• Approve minutes for the CAW meeting held on January 9, 2020
• Accept the Math Curriculum Review recommendations presented by Mrs. Lemane
• Roll call and invocation
• Public comment (five‑minute and three‑minute segments)
• Adjourn the meeting

The board approved the adoption of specific math curriculum instructional materials for various grade levels. The decision follows a review process and recommendations presented by Mrs. Lemane.

• Approved minutes from January 9, 2020 meeting
• Approved Eureka math curriculum for grades K-5
• Approved Ready math curriculum for grades 6-8
• Approved Springboard math curriculum for high school Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II

Board Meeting

The St. Tammany Parish School Board voted to accept Slidell High School Renovations & Additions as substantially complete, subject to architect's recommendations and regulatory requirements. The board also approved retirement resolutions for nine employees and certified board members for completing mandatory training. Other items included approval of minutes from the previous meeting and a special recognition resolution.

• Slidell High School Renovations & Additions accepted as substantially complete (Project No. 1430)
• Retirement resolutions approved for Sherry F. Hicks (Covington Elementary), Jeanne L. Dutel (Fontainebleau High), Stephen J. Soileau (Lakeshore High), Paula T. Tregre (Mandeville Elementary)
• Retirement resolutions approved for Patricia M. Smith (Covington Elementary), Andre’ J. Tyson (Harrison Curriculum Center), Julie L. Dupree (Lyon Elementary), Bonnie A. Bowers (Mayfield Elementary), Derrick L. Thomas (Slidell Warehouse)
• Board members certified for completing one hour of training per LA R.S. 17:53
• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting held December 12, 2019

The Board approved the substantial completion of renovations and additions at Slidell High School. Members also passed several resolutions recognizing the service of a former Board President and retiring staff.

• Accepted Slidell High School Renovations & Additions as substantially complete (15-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Elizabeth B. Heintz for service as Board President (15-0)
• Approved retirement resolutions for four certificated personnel (15-0)
• Approved retirement resolutions for five non-certificated personnel (15-0)
• Approved minutes from December 12, 2019 meeting (15-0)

Special Board Meeting

The board held expulsion appeal hearings for two students. It affirmed the superintendent’s action for Student A by a motion that carried. In an executive session the board discussed a pending lawsuit (Brittni Culbertson et al.) and a potential workers’ compensation claim, and it accepted counsel’s advice on those matters.

• Expulsion appeal hearing for Student A – motion to affirm superintendent’s action carried
• Expulsion appeal hearing for Student B – hearing conducted (no vote recorded)
• Executive session to discuss Brittni Culbertson et al. lawsuit, 22nd JDC, Suit No. 2018-11067
• Executive session to discuss potential workers’ compensation claim by Deborah Freeman; motion to accept counsel’s advice carried
• Standard opening, public comments, and adjournment (procedural items)

The Board affirmed the Superintendent's action regarding Student A following an expulsion appeal hearing. The Board also voted to accept legal counsel's advice regarding two specific legal matters. A second student expulsion appeal was postponed at the parents' request.

• Affirmed Superintendent's action regarding Student A (14-1, 1 abstention)
• Accepted advice of counsel regarding Brittni Culbertson, et al vs. STPSB and Deborah Freeman claim (14-0, 1 abstention)
• Postponed expulsion appeal hearing for Student B

CAW Business Affairs & Administrative

The CAW Business Affairs & Administrative committee voted to accept Slidell High School Renovations & Additions as substantially complete, subject to architect's recommendations and regulatory requirements. Members also approved minutes from the December 5, 2019 meeting and received monthly reports on maintenance, risk management, transportation, construction, financial, and purchasing. Public comments were heard, and the meeting opened with invocation and roll call.

• Accepted Slidell High School Renovations & Additions (Project No. 1430) as substantially complete
• Approved minutes from December 5, 2019 CAW meeting
• Discussed monthly maintenance and custodial report
• Received monthly risk management report
• Heard monthly transportation report

The board approved the minutes from the December 5, 2019 meeting. Members also accepted the recommendation to designate the Slidell High School Renovations & Additions (Project No. 1430) as substantially complete, pending specific regulatory and administrative approvals.

• Approved minutes for the December 5, 2019 meeting
• Accepted Slidell High School Renovations & Additions (Project No. 1430) as substantially complete

CAW Human Resources & Education

The CAW Human Resources & Education committee of the St. Tammany Parish School Board will meet to approve the minutes from its December 5, 2019 meeting as an action item. The only substantive discussion is a Chromebook update presented as information. No other business is listed beyond procedural items and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from the December 5, 2019 CAW meeting
• Chromebook update presentation by Mrs. DiCarlo (information only)
• Public comments limited to five minutes and three minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the December 5, 2019 meeting. Mrs. DiCarlo provided an update and implementation timeline for the district-wide Chromebook initiative.

• Approved minutes for the December 5, 2019 meeting (13-0)