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Scott County Schools Board of Education Meeting 2/13/2025

Scott CountyFriday, February 14, 2025
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Choir program recognition for Scott County and Great Crossing High Schools

Public comment regarding teacher and staff shoutouts

Legislative engagement and advocacy for teacher raises

Driving Possibilities program update

ESL Academy initiative and newcomer support

2025-2026 allocation guidelines

District-wide technology coordinator positions

Energy Tax Savers service agreement

Drug testing services bid

Bus driver and classified employee physicals

General school and instructional supply bids

Depository Bank proposal

January 2025 financial statement

Superintendent reports on strategic and instructional leadership

Full Document Analysis

Votes (3)

Approval of consent agenda items A-G

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Approve 2025-2026 allocation guidelines

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Approve creation of nine districtwide classified technology coordinator positions

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Notable Quotes (2)

We're going to continue to advocate for the 5% raise I talked about last month.

— Billy Parker
Budget/RaisesDiscussing future budget priorities.

If we want to help eliminate barriers to stem we have to start at the basic levels with Transportation barriers.

— Jennifer Tacket
STEM EducationExplaining the rationale for the Driving Possibilities project focus areas.

People (6)

John D. FerreroChoir Director

Scott County High School choir director recognized for his work with the school music program.

1 quote

“His favorite part of the job is being a part of the long Legacy of coral music in Georgetown.”

Describing his dedication to the school music program.

Lauren ChurchChoir Director

Great Crossing High School choir director recognized for her work and advocacy for student development.

1 quote

“Her favorite part of being a coral music director is inspiring students to push past their limits.”

Describing her teaching philosophy.

Mike DavisSEA Member

Advocating for teacher needs and sharing staff shoutouts during public comment.

1 quote

“The Scott County atmosphere work atmosphere is amazing.”

Sharing positive feedback from staff surveys.

Jennifer TacketCommunity and Business Liaison

Driving Possibilities project manager managing Toyota-funded initiatives.

1 quote

“Our end goal is to make sure that students have access to Quality fun stem programming.”

Explaining the Driving Possibilities initiative.

Abby DeyaDistrict EL Newcomer Liaison

Responsible for ESL Academy and parent outreach efforts.

1 quote

“My goal Remains the Same to connect support and Empower our ESL family.”

Discussing the ESL Academy mission.

Billy ParkerSuperintendent

Leading the board meeting, budget discussions, and policy approvals.

1 quote

“It's my belief that we are so large and we've got so many things going on that I can't I have to have quality people around us.”

Commenting on the value of staff programs.

Places Mentioned

Scott County High SchoolGreat Crossing High SchoolGeorgetown Middle SchoolSouthern ElementaryNorthern ElementaryLemons Mill ElementaryPublic Library, GeorgetownFrankfurt (Legislative meetings)

Events & Meetings (3)

  • February 19th: ESL Academy upcoming meeting
  • January 2025: Monthly financial review
  • October 23rd: BCTC information session
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