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1 Monday, June 28, 2021 Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) 6:00 PM Board Room Lake County School District 201 W. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, FL "We are 5,000 strong serving 42,000 students." 1. OPENING ITEMS Subject 1.01 Call to Order - Followed by a Moment of Silence and the Pledge of Allegiance (Bill Mathias, Chairman) Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type File Attachments 2. CHANGES, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Subject 3.01 Minutes from the School Board Workshop, June 7, 2021 (Diane Kornegay, Superintendent) Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action File Attachments MINwkshp.2021.06.07.pdf (120 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation Motion by Mollie Cunningham, second by Kristi L Burns. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 4. REPRESENTATION 5. PUBLIC INPUT: The meeting can be viewed through YouTube directly at http://www.YouTube.com/lakeschools and the District will comply with current CDC guidelines. Any person may request permission of the chairperson to address the Board by filling out a public input card located at the entrance to the meeting room and submitting it to the clerk before the start of the meeting. A three minute time limit will be imposed for each Public Input speaker. 6. REPORTS Subject 6.01 Attorney Report (Stephen Johnson, School Board Attorney) Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action File Attachments Motion & Voting motion made to approve Mr. Johnson, School Board Attorney's, recommendation of a DOAH officer for employee hearing Motion by Mollie Cunningham, second by Marc Dodd. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.01 20-0502-SS-YR Lunchroom Supplies & Equipment for Warehouse Stock (John Carr, Assistant Superintendent Operations & Facilities) Fiscal Impact: $75,000 from Special Revenue-Food Service Fund Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lunchroom Supplies and Equipment for Warehouse Stock are reviewed on an annual basis. On February 25, 2019, the Board approve the award for 20-0502-SS-YR - Lunchroom Supplies & Equipment for Warehouse Stock to Sycamore Sales, Inc. dba Preferred Packaging Sales & Service to provide custom manufactured items. Included in the terms and conditions of this agreement are the options to renew for two (2) additional 12 month periods. This Item Supports Strategic Plan Goal #5A – Ensure all students have a safe and positive environment. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve and execute the agreement for 20-0502-SS-YR – Lunchroom Supplies & Equipment for Warehouse Stock to Sycamore Sales, Inc. dba Preferred Packaging of Peachtree Comers, GA. 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the execution of the agreement for 20-0502-SS-YR – Lunchroom Supplies & Equipment for Warehouse Stock with Sycamore Sales, Inc. dba Preferred Packaging Sales & Service of Peachtree Comers, GA. FISCAL IMPACT: The financial impact to the district is estimated to be $75,000 funded through the Special Revenue-Food Service Fund . DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Procurement and Food Services in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. The fiscal impact and funding source for this agreement was submitted by Food Service. Questions may be directed to Procurement at 352-253-6762 or Food Service at 352-253-6800. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments 20-0502-SS-YR- Lunchroom Containers and Lidding Film.PDF (5,273 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.02 20-1105-PB-CP HPS-Milk and Dairy Products-Utilization of HPS Dietary Contract 580 (John Carr, Assistant Superintendent Operations & Facilities) Fiscal Impact: $1,300,000.00 from Special Revenue-Food Service Fund Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Food Services is requesting to utilize HPS Dietary Contract 580 (Rev #1), for Milk and Dairy Products with Dean Food Dairy located in Orlando, FL. HPS Contract 580 establishes firm pricing and delivery of milk and dairy products. Utilizing this contract would allow the School Board to take advantage of the competitive pricing established within this agreement. If approved, this agreement will become effective immediately and will provide firm prices through June 30, 2022. This item supports Goal #2 of the School Board's Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because it will provide students with additional choices and increased participation in the Food Services Program. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the utilization of HPS Dietary Contract 580 Milk and Dairy Products with Dean Foods Dairy located in Orlando, FL. 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approves utilizing HPS Dietary Contract 580 Milk and Dairy Products with Dean Foods Dairy located in Orlando, FL. FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated impact to our district will be $ 1,300,000.00 funded through Special Revenue- Food Service Fund. DATA SOURCE: The contract process for this item was prepared by Procurement Services and Food Service Department in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Food Services at 352-253-6802. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments #580 RFP Milk and Dairy Products Completed.pdf (19,624 KB) 580-price_list_June.pdf (54 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.03 CCMSI - Third Party Claims Administration Services (Scott Ward, Assistant Superintendent Business Services) Fiscal Impact: Estimated $135,000-$145,000) Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE : Our casualty insurance package policy includes coverage for General Liability, Educators Legal, Employment Practices, Automobile Liability, Auto Physical Damage and Workers’ Compensation. This is excess insurance coverage with a self-insured retention. With this self-insured program, it is necessary to contract with a TPA (Third Party Administrator) for claims management services. Our current contract with Cannon Cochran Management Services (CCMSI) expires June 30, 2021. This item supports Goal 3A of the District’s Strategic Plan, Improving the District’s financial position through cost-effective insurance programs. ALTERNATIVES : 1. Approve contract with Cannon Cochran Management Services as Third Party Administrator for casualty claims management services. 2. Do not approve contract with Cannon Cochran Management Services as Third Party Administrator for casualty claims management services. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend the Board approve the contract with Cannon Cochran Management Services as Third Party Administrator for casualty claims management services. FISCAL IMPACT : Total TPA fees are entirely dependent upon claim volume. Estimated fiscal impact is $135,000-$145,000, or a 3% per claim increase in fees increase over expiring. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared by Lauren DeRidder on behalf of Scott Ward, Assistant Superintendent Business Services. Additional information may be obtained by calling Lauren at 352-253-6663. File Attachments CCMSI Contract Renewal 7-1-2021.pdf (274 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.04 Fixed Asset Inventory Report (John Carr, Assistant Superintendent of Operations and Facilities) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: A complete inventory was conducted for the following cost centers: Accountability And Assessment, Cecil Gray Middle, Clermont Middle, Eustis Elementary, Eustis High, Curtright 9 th Grade Center, Facilities Contraction, Food Service, Fruitland Park Elementary, Grassy Lake Elementary, Groveland Elementary, Lake Success Academy, Lost Lake Elementary, Maintenance North, Maintenance South, Mascotte Charter Elementary, Oak Park Middle, Pine Ridge Elementary, Risk Management, Sorrento Elementary, Spring Creek Charter Elementary, Umatilla Middle, This item supports Goal 3B inventory of fixed assets ensures accountability and efficient use of district funds. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Property Inventory reviews and responses presented. 2. Do not approve the Property Inventory reviews and responses. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that the Board approve the Property Inventory reviews and responses presented. FISCAL IMPACT: The schools could lose their funding sources if these Property Inventories are not completed. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Patricia Alderman, Property Control Specialist. Additional information may be obtained by calling 253-6752. File Attachments inv 62821.pdf (698 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.05 Removal of Fixed Assets from Inventory (John Carr, Assistant Superintendent of Operations & Facilities) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Fixed assets are items purchased for $1000.00 or more. The attached list contains items that cost centers are requesting to have removed from their inventory. These items are no longer of use to their cost center and will be picked up for surplus. First, we will look at the possibility of re-purposing them for another cost centers use. If there is no use to the school system they will be sent to auction. Computers are picked up at the Central Warehouse by our e-waste vendor that pays us for our obsolete computers. They are Florida State and Department of Defense approved to erase hard drives and recycle computer parts. This item supports Goal 3A items being disposition bring revenue or cost savings back to the district. Goal 5A keeping schools clear of clutter will promote safety. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve to remove requested items from inventory. 2. Do not approve to remove the requested items from inventory and continue storing the items. Continuing to store these items would take up additional space and could require an expenditure for storage trailers. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that the Board approve the attached list of property dispositions. FISCAL IMPACT: Items sold will generate additional revenue from the auction and from the e-waste bid that pays us for our obsolete computers. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Trish Alderman, Property Control Specialist. Additional information may be obtained by calling 253-6752. File Attachments disp62821.pdf (106 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.06 Agreement between Leesburg Concrete Company and The School Board of Lake County, Florida, for Construction of Ten (10) Pre-Fabricated Concrete Classrooms and One (1) Metal Roof Over the Courtyard at Lake Hills School (John Carr, Assistant Superintendent Operations & Facilities) Fiscal Impact: $1,814,199.00 from Capital Plan Funds-Capacity Projects Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Starting with the school year 21-22 the District has decided to end the contract with Lake Academy/Lifestream that houses some of our general education students who require a reduced student to staff ratio. Leesburg Concrete will engineer, install, and finish (10) Pre-Fabricated Classrooms including the metal roof. This item supports the goals of the District's Strategic Plan: Goal #1: Student Success and Goal #5: School Safety, Security, & Student Support. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Agreement between Leesburg Concrete Company and The School Board of Lake County, Florida. 2. Do Not Approve the Agreement between Leesburg Concrete Company and The School Board of Lake County, Florida. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the Agreement between Leesburg Concrete Company and The School Board of Lake County, Florida. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact of this construction project for the new Lake Academy is $1,814,199.00 from Capital Plan Funds-Capacity Projects. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by John Carr, Assistant Superintendent, Operations & Facilities and reviewed and approved by our School Board Attorney, Elizabeth Turner. Questions can be directed to Mr. Carr at 352-253- 6514. File Attachments Final Copy-Leesburg Concrete (1).pdf (9,172 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.01 Notification of Human Resources Action Items – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Chad Farnsworth, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to established policies and procedures. Approval is needed for management of employment records and data according to established policies and procedures. (School Board Policy 6.10, 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1- Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. Not approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: Without approval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/managerial, instructional and non-instructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur on a continual basis with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Guido Zamora, Director of Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to him at 253-6530. File Attachments Board List 06.28.2021.pdf (65 KB) 21-22 Professional Managerial List 6.28.21.pdf (123 KB) 21-22 District Level Administrators 6.28.21.pdf (144 KB) HR Board List Addendum 6.28.21.pdf (254 KB) 21-22 School Based Administors 6.28.21.pdf (123 KB) 21-22 NI Reappointment List 6.28.21 rev.1.pdf (1,158 KB) 21-22 Instructional Reappointment List 6.28.21 rev.1.pdf (1,397 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.02 Notification of Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Chad Farnsworth, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to established policies and procedures. Approval is needed for management of employment records and data according to established policies and procedures. (School Board Policy 6.10, 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1- Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . Not approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . RECOMMENDATION : I recommend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . FISCAL IMPACT : Without approval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/managerial, instructional and non-instructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur on a continual basis with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Guido Zamora, Director of Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to him at 253-6530. File Attachments Charter Board List 06.28.2021.pdf (54 KB) 21-22 Charter Administration-Professional Managerial 6.28.21.pdf (72 KB) 21-22 Charter NI Reappointment List 6.28.21 rev.1.pdf (382 KB) 21-22 Charter Instructional Reappointment List 6.28.21 rev.1.pdf (474 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.03 2020-2021 Annual Educational Equity Report (Chad Farnsworth, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE: The Florida Educational Equity Act became law in June 1984, and the Implementing Rules 6A-19.001-19.010 were adopted by the State Board of Education in February, 1985. The Equity Act was amended in 1993 to mandate stronger monitoring and enforcement for gender equity in athletics, and again in 2002 to clarify responsibilities for the K-20 education system. Each school district must submit the Annual Educational Equity Update. The Office of Equal Educational Opportunity (OEEO) will review and respond to the Annual Updates based upon the degree to which each report meets the requirements and conditions outlined in the Technical Assistance Manual. This agenda item supports all goals of the School Board’s Strategic Plan as equitable access and participation in district programs is essential to all students and to the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the 2020-21 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update. Do not approve the 2020-21 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend that the Board approve the 2020-21 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update. FISCAL IMPACT : There is no fiscal impact to approve the Annual Educational Equity Update. DATA SOURCE: The 2020-21 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update was prepared by David Meyers, Supervisor, Compensation and Employee Relations, with input from the Human Resources Department, the District Athletic Director, the Choice, Charter & Community Education Department and the College & Career Readiness Department. This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Chad Farnsworth, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to David Meyers at 253-6519. File Attachments 2020-2021 District Equity Reportrev.pdf (3,171 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.04 Approval of Tentative Agreement: 2020-2021 LCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, pending ratification (Chad Farnsworth, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Fiscal Impact: approximately $1,500,000 From General Fund and other funding sources Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The School Board and the Lake County Education Association (LCEA) reached tentative agreement on June 7, 2021. LCEA voting for ratification will take place on June 28, 2021. The issues agreed upon include a compensation package of approximately 1.5 million dollars and improved working conditions which are outlined in the attachment. The entire agreement is available upon request and will be posted, once approved, on the District web-site. This agenda item supports Strategic Plan Goals 1 & 2. This benefits the students because qualified and effective employees are necessary to support the instructional program. It recognizes and respects our employees and helps to attract the right people to the right roles. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the 2020-21 Collective Bargaining Agreement between the LCEA and the School Board of Lake County. Not approve the 2020-21 Collective Bargaining Agreement between the LCEA and the School Board of Lake County. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the LCEA and the School Board of Lake County for the 2020-21 school year. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact for the 2020-21 school year is approximately $1,500,000, including benefits, utilizing general funds and other funds. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Chad Farnsworth, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources. Additional information may be obtained by contacting him at 253-6511. File Attachments TA 20-21 LCEA Contract Changes.pdf (282 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.01 2021-2023 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement Between The School Board of Lake County and Valencia College (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The School Board of Lake County and Valencia College have agreed to provide transition opportunities for secondary Career Pathways students. The articulation programs in Lake County include Administration Office Specialist, Legal Administrative Specialist, Applied Cybersecurity, Building Construction Technologies, Architectural Drafting, Culinary Arts, Horticulture and Engineering Pathways. These articulations provide Lake County’s high school graduates with no-cost college credits. The Career Pathways Articulation Agreement will provide students with a seamless transition to Valencia College in the completion of the corresponding articulated programs of study. This item supports Goal #1, Student Achievement, of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because it will provide valuable postsecondary opportunities to our students as well as a seamless transition in the completion of the corresponding articulated program of study. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the 2021-2023 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement between the School Board of Lake County and Valencia College. Not Approve the 2021-2023 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement between the School Board of Lake County and Valencia College. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the 2021-2023 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement between the School Board of Lake County and Valencia College. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact to General Funds. DATA SOURCE: This board item was prepared by Frances Celis, Director of College and Career Readiness. Additional information may be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6770 or emailing her at celisf@lake.k12.fl.us . This Career Pathway Articulation Agreement was reviewed by Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, from Johnson Turner Law. File Attachments Valencia College LCS Career Pathways Articulation Agreement 2021-2023 Final for Board Signature.pdf (290 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.02 The College of Central Florida 2021-2022 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The School Board of Lake County and The College of Central Florida have agreed to provide transition opportunities for secondary Career Pathways students. The articulation programs in Lake County include Administration Office Specialist, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Agricultural Sales and Services, Agritechnology, Commercial Art, Digital Design, Early Childhood Education, Electronic Business Enterprise, Horticulture Science and Services, Plant Biotechnology, Principles of Teaching, Promotional Enterprise and Web Development. These articulations provide Lake County’s high school graduates with no-cost college credits. The Career Pathways Articulation Agreement will provide students with a seamless transition to The College of Central Florida in the completion of the corresponding articulated programs of study. This item supports Goal #1, Student Achievement, of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because it will provide valuable postsecondary opportunities to our students as well as a seamless transition in the completion of the corresponding articulated program of study ALTERNATIVES: Approve the College of Central Florida 2021-2022 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement Not Approve the College of Central Florida 2021-2022 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the College of Central Florida 2021-2022 Career Pathways Articulation Agreement FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Frances Celis, Director of College and Career Readiness. Additional information may be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6770 or emailing her at celisf@lake.k12.fl.us . This Career Pathway Articulation Agreement was reviewed by Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, from Johnson Turner Law. File Attachments 2021-2022 College of Central Florida Articulation Agreement.pdf (732 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.03 Florida Hospital Waterman, Inc. d/b/a AdventHealth Waterman 2021-2024 Master Clinical and Non-Clinical Affiliation Agreement (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) B A C KG R O U N D and R A TI ON A L E : Florida Hospital Medical Group, Inc. d/b/a AdventHealth Waterman has agreed to provide a facility for Health Occupations students and faculty for Lake County School students by allowing access to its location, equipment and clinical services for a planned learning experience as outlined in the program curriculum. These agreements will allow students in the Health Occupations Programs at East Ridge High School, Eustis High School, Lake Minneola High School, Leesburg High School, Mount Dora High School, South Lake High School, Tavares High School and Umatilla High School to have valuable hands-on experiences in patient care and will facilitate their training. This item supports Goal #1 of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because it will provide supervised learning experiences for students, thus fulfilling the clinical requirements in the Health Occupations Programs. A LTER N A TIVE S : Approve the 2021-2024 Master Clinical and Non-Clinical Affiliation Agreement between The School Board of Lake County and AdventHealth Waterman. D o not approve the 2021-2024 Master Clinical and Non-Clinical Affiliation Agreement between The School Board of Lake County and AdventHealth Waterman . RE CO MM EN D A TI O N : I re c o mm e nd a ppro v al of the 2021-2022 Master Clinical and Non-Clinical Affiliation Agreement between The School Board of Lake County and AdventHealth Waterman. FISC A L I M P A C T : There is no fiscal impact. D A T A S O U R C E : T his ag e nda i tem w as pre p ared by Fra n c e s Cel i s , Di r e c t or of C ol l ege a n d Career R e ad i ne s s . A ddi t ion a l i n f or m a t i on m ay b e ob t ai n ed by c al l ing h er at 3 5 2 -2 5 3-67 7 0 or e m ai l ing her a t c el i s f@l a k e . k 12 . f l . u s . This Master Clinical and Non-Clinical Affiliation Agreement has been reviewed by Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, from Johnson Turner Law. File Attachments Academic Affiliation Agreement_Lake Co School Board_06-01-2021.pdf (416 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.04 PACT License Agreement between the Home Builders Institute (HBI) and the School Board of Lake County, Florida (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: $17,000.00 total with $15,000 from General Fund-College and Career Readiness HBI Grant and $2,000.00 from General Fund-College and Career Readiness CAPE Funds Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE : HBI is a national leader in construction career training, offering certification programs, mentoring, pre-apprenticeships, advanced training, apprenticeships, job placement services and more. The pu r p o s e o f this A g re em ent is to provide industry certification and aligned curriculum to the Building Construction Technology students at Eustis High School, Leesburg High School, South Lake High School, Energy students at Leesburg High School and HVAC Students at Umatilla High School. This item supports Goal #1 of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because it prepares students with the skills and experience necessary to build successful, long-term careers in the building industry. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the PACT License Agreement between HBI and The School Board of Lake County, Florida for the 2021-2022 School Year. Not approve the PACT License Agreement between HBI and The School Board of Lake County, Florida for the 2021-2022 School Year. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the PACT License Agreement between HBI and The School Board of Lake County, Florida the 2021-2022 School Year. FISCAL IMPACT: $15,000.00 from General Fund-College and Career Readiness - HBI Grant and $2,000.00 from General Fund-College and Career Readiness - CAPE Funds for a total of $17,000.00 DATA SOURCE: T his ag e nda i tem w as pre p ared by Fra n c e s Cel i s , Di r e c t or of C ol l ege a n d Career R e ad i ne s s . A ddi t ion a l i n f or m a t i on m ay b e ob t ai n ed by c al l ing h er at 3 5 2 -2 5 3-67 7 0 or e m ai l ing her a t c el i s f@l a k e . k 12 . f l . u s . This PACT Agreement has been reviewed by Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, from Johnson Turner Law. File Attachments Lake County HBI Pact Agreement 2021-2022 Final.pdf (1,922 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.05 Academy of Construction Technologies, Inc. (ACT) 2021-22 Contractor Services Agreement (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: $5,000.00 from General Fund-College and Career Readiness–CAPE Budget Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The Academy of Construction Technologies (ACT) educates, trains and prepares high school students for a successful career in construction by sponsoring a youth/pre-apprenticeship program. This item supports Goal #1 of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because ACT will teach Lake County High School Construction students the basic trade skills and safety practices need to work on-site at a construction site. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the ACT 2021-22 Services Agreement for Lake County High School Construction students. Not Approve the ACT 2021-22 Services Agreement for Lake County High School Construction students. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the ACT 2021-22 Services Agreement for Lake County High School Construction students. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact is $5,000.00 from General Fund-College and Career Readiness–CAPE Budget. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Frances Celis, Director of College and Career Readiness. Additional information or questions may be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6770 or emailing her at celisf@lake.k12.fl.us . This Services Agreement has been reviewed and approved by the School Board attorney Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, Johnson and Turner. File Attachments 2021 ACT Program Requirements Exhibit c.pdf (237 KB) 2021-2022 ACT-LCPS Service Agreement + Exhibit A B D.pdf (12,321 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.06 Instructional Materials Recommendations for Lake Minneola High School Finance Academy and Tavares High School Criminal Justice Academy (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent, Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: Estimated cost of $19,817.44 from- General Funds – College and Career Readiness-CAPE Budget Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Florida Statute 1006.283 requires districts to purchase instructional materials within the first three (3) years of the adoption cycle. In compliance with this statute, the following subject area was recently selected by district instructional materials adoption committees: Criminal Justice $16,794.75 Finance $3,022.69 The instructional materials selection committees facilitated the review of instructional materials at the district and school sites to ensure teacher input for the process. School principals were given the opportunity to participate in the review and voting process for instructional materials. Through the review process, it was deemed that the recommended textbooks align to course standards, provide rigorous instruction and include targeted assessments. This item supports Goal 1, Student Success, of the District's Strategic Plan and is beneficial to students because the materials ensure high quality, equitable, standards-based instruction for students. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the instructional materials recommendations for $19,817.44 Do not approve the instructional materials recommendations for $19,817.44 RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the instructional materials recommendations for $19,817.44 FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated cost of $19,817.44 from the General Fund-College and Career Readiness- CAPE Budget DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Frances Celis, Director of College and Career Readiness. Additional information or questions may be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6770 or emailing her at celisf@lake.k12.fl.us . File Attachments Criminal Justice Quote.pdf (248 KB) Finance Quote.pdf (307 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.07 Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement between the School Board of Lake County and the University of Central Florida for the 2021-22 School Year (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: Funding for the standard tuition rate per credit hour has been included in the 2021-22 General Fund-College and Career Readiness-Dual Enrollment Budget Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Legislation requires that an articulation committee representing both The University of Central Florida and The School Board of Lake County (LCSB) update our standing Dual Enrollment Agreement annually. The proposed agreement shall govern eligibility and enrollment of students in Dual Enrollment from August 1, 2021 and ending July 31, 2022. As with our Advanced Placement classes, students participating in Dual Enrollment earn both college and high school credit. The purpose of the agreement is to develop and implement a comprehensive acceleration program for public high school students so the time needed to complete the requirements of a high school diploma and a college degree will be reduced. The scope of curricular options available to students will be broadened and the rigor and variety of course offerings available to students will be increased. The University of Central Florida and LCSB will guide students toward courses that enhance what is available at the high schools. The School Board and the University of Central Florida will advise dual enrollment students to prioritize enrollment in academic core courses that meet educational degree objectives, general education requirements, and any prerequisite requirements for entrance into a selected baccalaureate degree program. This item supports Goal #1 of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because it provides advanced learning opportunities. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and The University of Central Florida for the 2021-22 school year. Not Approve the Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and The University of Central Florida for the 2021-22 school year. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the Dual Enrollment Articulation Agreement between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and The University of Central Florida for the 2021-22 school year. FISCAL IMPACT: College textbooks are loaned to dual enrollment students similarly as they are loaned for regular high school textbooks and additional resources will be purchased based on enrollment in college courses. Funding for the standard tuition rate per credit hour has been included in the 2021-22 General Fund-College and Career Readiness – Dual Enrollment Budget. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Frances Celis, Director of College and Career Readiness. Additional information or questions may be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6770 or emailing her at celisf@lake.k12.fl.us . This DE Articulation Agreement has been reviewed by the School Board attorney Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, Johnson and Turner. File Attachments UCF-Lake County Public Schools Dual Enrollment Agmt 2021-22.pdf (458 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.08 Title III, Part A: English Language Acquisition (ELA) Federal Program Application for 2021-2022 (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: $307,926.00 - Other Special Revenue Fund-Annual Title III, Part A-ELA grant Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : The Title III: English Language Acquisition (ELA) Federal Program Application for The School Board of Lake County provides additional services to students in a number of areas including, but not limited to, school wide Title III programs, Teacher Assistants for English language learners, supplemental resources, academic initiatives, language acquisition initiatives, parent involvement initiatives, programmatic compliance mandates, and services to English language learners, both private and public schooled students, throughout the county. These programs are regulated, contain compliance inspection provisions, and are audited by the Florida Department of Education and the United States Department of Education. This application provides the services as required by law to assure that the School Board of Lake County remains in full compliance with the Consent Decree. A Board Summary has been provided and the full grant can be reviewed in the Superintendent’s office. This item supports Student Success Goals 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D; Retention & Recruitment Goals 2A and 2B; and Community Engagement & Governance Goals 4A and 4B. These goals will benefit students by providing support for English language learners district-wide and by providing additional programs and activities to increase student achievement and parent and family engagement. ALTERNATIVES : 1. Approve the Title III, Part A: English Language Acquisition (ELA) Federal Program Application for 2021 – 2022 2. Not approve the Title III, Part A: English Language Acquisition (ELA) Federal Program Application for 2021 – 2022 RECOMMENDATION : I recommend the Board approve the Title III, Part A: English Language Acquisition (ELA) Federal Program Application for 2021 – 2022. FISCAL IMPACT : $307,926 – Other Special Revenue Fund-Annual Title III, Part A ELA grant. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared by Letizia V. Haugabrook, Administrative Coordinator, Federal Programs. Additional information may be obtained by calling Ms. Haugabrook at 352-241-4658. File Attachments School Board Summary Title III - ELA 2021-2022.pdf (186 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.09 Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Provider Contract for 2021-2022 (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership), Fiscal Impact: Neutral Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE Lake County Schools is a provider for the state Voluntary Prekindergarten Program (VPK). State funding is provided through the Early Learning Coalition of Lake County, as the coalition contracts with all VPK Providers in Lake County. The Coalition issues vouches for VPK students and provides support to all providers of the program. This item supports Goal 1, Student Success, of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the students because it helps four-year old children be successful in school and in passing the Florida Kindergarten Readiness Test. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the VPK Provider Contract for 2021-2022. Not approve the VPK Provider Contract for 2021-2022. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend approval of the VPK Provider Contract for 2021-2022. FISCAL IMPACT: The financial impact to the district will be neutral. DATA SOURCE: This board agenda item was prepared by Elizabeth West, Director of Federal Programs. Additional information may be obtained by calling Jackie Atkinson, VPK Resource Teacher, at 352-383-4032, ext 1. This Contract was reviewed by Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, of Johnson Turner Law. File Attachments 6-28-21 FP VPK Provider Contract, 21-22.pdf (246 KB) 6-28-21 FP VPK Provider Location List, 21-22.pdf (41 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.10 Annual Accreditation Membership Fees (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: $52,800 from General Fund-Various School Budgets Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lake County Schools was awarded District Accreditation by Cognia/Southern Association of Colleges and Schools/Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (Cognia/SACS-CASI) in 2007 and every five subsequent years. The Cognia Accreditation process is a clear and comprehensive program of evaluation and external review that is supported by research-based standards and dedicated to helping districts and schools continuously improve. District Accreditation is pivotal to leveraging education quality, continuous improvement and supports the Lake County School District School Improvement Process (SIP). This item supports Goal Areas 1 and 4 of the School Board’s Strategic Plan and is beneficial to the district in that it improves the district’s ability to increase student success, develop a highly performing staff, and promotes family and community involvement through the continuous improvement plan. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve payment of the yearly Cognia Accreditation membership fees. 2. Not approve payment of the yearly Cognia Accreditation membership fees. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the Board approve the payment of the yearly Cognia Accreditation membership fees FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact is $52,800.00 and is funded through General Fund-Various School Budgets; $6000 is funded by participating charter schools and Lake Technical College DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Dr. Melissa DeJarlais, Director of Accountability & Assessment. Additional information can be obtained by her at 352-483-9200. File Attachments Cognia 2021-22 Network Fee Invoice $58.800.pdf (676 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.11 License Agreement Renewal with The Life Excelerator, Inc. for Life Excelerator Assessment of Personal Skills (LEAPS) (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership), Fiscal Impact: $51,740.00 from Other Federal Projects Funds - IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) Budget Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: LEAPS (Life Excelerator Assessment of Personal Skills) was founded in 2000 by a behavioral expert and business leader. LEAPS is a research-based program that improves behavior, grades, and attendance in K-12 education. It offers a comprehensive library of lessons and interactive assessment tools. The assessment tools allow professionals to target specific needs for individual students and classrooms. Once the target areas are determined, professionals may teach the outline lessons to whole groups, small groups or individuals. Each LEAPS lesson offers a post assessment providing teachers with data that allows them to analyze student progress and make informed instructional decisions. LEAPS is part of the social/emotional curriculum for students in the Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities program. Additionally, the program is also a valuable tool for the Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Tiers 1, 2 and 3 behavior requirements. All schools have referrals and suspensions that impact student learning and this coordinated curriculum will assist in reducing the time students miss instruction. The LEAPS curriculum also correlates with the Florida Standards, allowing teachers to integrate LEAPS lessons throughout the school day. This agreement covers the renewal of 52 site licenses that provides any and/or all educators full access to the LEAPS curriculum and assessment tools. The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. This item supports the Goal #5, School Safety, Security & Student Support, of the District’s Strategic Plan by reducing the number and rate of discipline infractions, incidents of bullying, reduce suspensions and improve student attendance rates. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the license agreement with The Life Excelerator, Inc. for LEAPS. Not approve the license agreement with The Life Excelerator, Inc. for LEAPS. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the license agreement with The Life Excelerator, Inc. for LEAPS. FISCAL IMPACT: The maintenance fee is $995.00 per site annually. The total cost of $51,740.00 will be paid from Other Federal Projects Funds – IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) Budget. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Melissa Lyford, ESE Director. Additional information may be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6610. The license agreement was reviewed by Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, from Johnson Turner Law. File Attachments 6.28.21 ESE LEAPS License Agreement .pdf (625 KB) 6.28.21 ESE LEAPS Quote.pdf (163 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.12 Contract #20-0604-C-CP Acaletics Educational Products & Services (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: $100,000.00 from Other Federal Projects Fund-ESSER II Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Acaletics Is a comprehensive education company that offers several research-based, results-based supplemental products and services with complimentary digital-based supports to schools to boost student performance and achievement. Leesburg Elementary and Beverly Shores Elementary schools will purchase Acaletics to support and boost the achievement gap in Mathematics that grew even wider during the pandemic. This purchase will pay for Professional Development for teachers using the program. Teachers will take part in Instructional Exchange sessions, Data Review sessions, and In-Class Modeling/Demonstrations for multiple standards. The purchase also pays for student placement material, assessment Booklets, and quick-pic booklets. Student growth will be monitored and data will be collected after instruction and assessments are given to help measure the program’s effectiveness. Due to Leesburg Elementary and Beverly Shores being in DA status this purchase will help to meet their School Improvement goals of "Differentiation to Meet the Instructional Needs" due to the large achievement gap and "Targeted intervention" to help students accelerate or grow in their area or need. This item supports Strategic Plan Goal #1B- Student Achievement and is beneficial to provide all student with acceleration opportunities. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the contract for Acaletics Educational Products and Services with Educational Development Associates, Inc. 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the contract for Acaletics Educational Products and Services with Educational Development Associates, Inc. FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated impact to our district will be $100,000.00 and funded from Other Federal Projects Fund-ESSER II. DATA SOURCE : The contract process for this item was prepared by Crystal Pierson, Procurement Services, and Elizabeth West, Federal Programs in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6762 or Federal Programs at 352-253-2085. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments Acaletics - BSES and LES 2020 V2 - Agreement for Consultant Services -Board agenda item.pdf (288 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Marc Dodd, Kristi L Burns, Mollie Cunningham 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS Subject 10.13 Agreement for Contractor between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. (Dr. Emily Feltner, Assistant Superintendent Teaching, Learning & Leadership), Fiscal Impact: $853,000 with $505,000 from General Fund – Mental Health FEFP Allocation and $348,000 from General Fund - .75 Millage Budget Meeting Jun 28, 2021 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-REVISED(2) Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE : This item combines and replaces two previous agreements with LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. The first agreement (executed on August 24, 2020 – July 31, 2021), which was an agreement regarding Florida Statute Section 1003.57, wherein the School Board must provide a program of instruction to all exceptional student education students including those who are eligible for the Emotional Behavioral Disabilities (EBD) Program and those students with disabilities in need of therapeutic placement. This agreement includes mental health therapists and psychiatric services for students attending the therapeutic program at The Academy at Lake Hills. This item also replaces previous agreement (executed January 1, 2021 – June 30, 2021) with LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. that covered mental health supports made available to all students. The current agreement includes provisions for direct therapeutic services for children, preparation of school personnel to respond to student mental health needs, and risk assessment and crisis response services for students in crisis. The agreement covers students enrolled in Lake County schools, excluding charter and private schools. This item supports: Goal #1 – Student Success, of the School Board’s Strategic Plan, by ensuring opportunities for excellence in every classroom with providing the services needed to students by LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. Goal #5-School Safety, Security and Student Support ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Agreement between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. as presented from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. 2. Not approve the Agreement between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. as presented from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend approval of the Agreement between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. as presented from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. FISCAL IMPACT: The total cost for the term of the contract is $853,000. General Fund -Mental Health FEFP Allocation Clinical Coordinator Services- not to exceed $75,000 Trainings – not to exceed $5,000 Mental Health Therapeutic Services – not to exceed $425,000 General Fund - .75 Millage Budget Four (4) mental health therapists for the Academy at Lake Hills – not to exceed $300,000 Mental Health Therapeutic and Psychiatric Services for the Academy at Lake Hills – not to exceed $48,000 DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Diane Kornegay, Superintendent and Scott Ward, Assistant Superintendent Business Services in coordination with Elizabeth Turner, Esquire, with Johnson Turner Law, ESE Department, Student Services Department, and LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc. Questions or concerns can be addressed to Superintendent Diane Kornegay at 352-253-6515 or kornegayd@lake.k12.fl.us . File Attachments 6-28-21 Agreement for Contractor Services with Lifestream Behavioral Center, Inc .pdf (320 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the Superintendent's recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Marc Dodd

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