WCPSS--Board of Education

OPEN SESSION

CALL TO ORDER - 2 p.m.

QUORUM DETERMINATION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

INFORMATION

Chair's Comments
Superintendent's Report

APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA

INFORMATION ITEMS

FINANCE

1. PRESENTATION OF THE SUPERINTENDENT'S PLAN FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

To present the Superintendent's Plan for Student Success for 2007-2008. Fiscal Implications: This document establishes the Superintendent's Plan for Student Success for fiscal year 2007-2008. Also, included are Projections for 2008-2009 and 2009-2010. Recommendation for Action: The Board of Education should establish dates for budget work sessions and for public hearing on the Plan for Student Success for 2007-2008.

FACILITIES

1. ASSIGNMENT OF NEW SUBDIVISION TO SCHOOLS

The staff of the Growth and Planning Department will present recommendations for the following subdivision: Seagroves Farm (Phase 3-Track 1 and 2, and Phase 5). Fiscal Implications: Transportation costs will increase due to travel time. Other facility-related costs will be avoided.
Recommendation for Action: Staff is presenting for information.

2. NAME SELECTION FOR NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN NORTHWESTERN RALEIGH (E-17)

On or about March 16, 2007, the Board of Education will acquire approximately 17.24 acres for a new elementary school in Raleigh, NC, that is scheduled to open in 2008. The property fronts on Leesville Road north of I-540; with its main entrance planned at the intersection with Farless Road. Sedgefield Road, which is a fairly short residential street, also intersects Leesville Road across from the school site. Naming of the new elementary facility is now required. The following names have been reviewed with staff and officials with the City of Raleigh: (1) North Leesville Elementary, (2) Sycamore Creek Elementary, (3) Sedgefield Elementary.
North Leesville is suggested because the site is located approximately 2.2 miles north of the existing Leesville Elementary School. Sycamore Creek is suggested because water draining from the site will flow into Sycamore Creek, which is the nearest notable geographic or natural feature. Sedgefield Elementary is suggested as its intersection location on the north side of the site helps to specifically identify the location of the site. Staff recommends name selection of Sycamore Creek Elementary. Fiscal Implications: None. Recommendation for Action: Staff presents these naming options for information purposes only, and will come before the Board at its next meeting for approval of a recommendation to officially name the new elementary school - Sycamore Creek Elementary.

3. NAME SELECTION FOR NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN NORTHWESTERN CARY (E-22)

Staff will soon close upon the acquisition of an elementary school site in the E-22 target area in Cary that is scheduled to open in 2008. The site will be co-located with the M-10 middle school site, and Town of Cary park sites. The school site is located near Green Level to Durham Road and will be adjacent to I-540, with its main entrance planned on Mills Park Drive. The Cary Park neighborhood is located in close proximity to the site, whose developer was instrumental in the cost effective acquisition of the site and site development funds donation. Throughout negotiations, the site was frequently referred to as the Cary Park site. The following names have been reviewed with staff and officials with the Town of Cary: (1) Panther Creek Elementary, (2) Mills Park Elementary, (3) Cary Park Elementary.
Panther Creek Elementary is suggested because water draining from the site will flow into Panther Creek, which is the nearest notable geographic or natural feature. (Panther Creek High School is located approximately 3 miles northeast of the site.) Mills Park Elementary is suggested because it identifies the road that the school will front on and will help to specifically identify the location of the site. Cary Park Elementary is suggested because of the prior frequent references to the site and the common association of the site with the name. Staff recommends name selection of Mills Park Elementary. Fiscal Implications: None. Recommendation for Action: Staff presents these naming options for information purposes only and will come before the Board at its next meeting for approval of a recommendation to officially name the new elementary school - Mills Park Elementary.

4. NAME SELECTION FOR NEW MIDDLE SCHOOL IN NORTHWESTERN CARY (M-10)

Staff will soon close upon the acquisition of a middle school site in the M-10 target area in Cary that is scheduled to open in 2010. The site will be co-located with the E-22 elementary school site, and Town of Cary park sites. The school site is located near Green Level to Durham Road and will be adjacent to I-540, with its main entrance located on Mills Park Drive. The Cary Park neighborhood is located in close proximity to the site, whose developer was instrumental in the cost effective acquisition of the site and site development funds donation. Throughout negotiations, the site was frequently referred to as "the Cary Park site". The following names have been reviewed with staff and officials with the Town of Cary: (1) Panther Creek Middle, (2) Mills Park Middle, (3) Cary Park Middle.
Panther Creek Middle is suggested because water draining from the site will flow into Panther Creek, which is the nearest notable geographic or natural feature. (Panther Creek High School is located approximately 3 miles northeast of the site.) Mills Park Middle is suggested as it identifies the road that the school will front on and will help to specifically identify the location of the site. Cary Park Middle is suggested because of the prior frequent references to the site and the common association of the site with the name. Staff recommends name selection of Mills Park Middle. Fiscal Implications: None. Recommendation for Action: Staff presents these naming options for information purposes only and will come before the Board at its next meeting for approval of a recommendation to officially name the new middle school - Mills Park Middle.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

1. ACADEMICALLY GIFTED PROGRAM SERVICES AND SUCCESS

The Academically Gifted Program currently serves nearly 22,000 children identified as Academically Gifted. The program provides:
Opportunities for high growth for all K-12 students in the district.
Professional development and support in the differentiation of instructional strategies for classroom teachers.
Direct and consultative services for students.
Individualized assessments by a psychologist for potentially gifted students with specific learning issues (Exceptional Children).
Individualized assessments in aptitude and achievement for underserved populations as needed.
Nurturing programs to seek and identify students who demonstrate potential for high-level performance, focusing on students from all backgrounds including underserved populations.
Fiscal Implications: None. Recommendation for Action: Staff is presenting for information.
PUBLIC COMMENT - 3 p.m.
Citizens who signed up to address the board during public comment will be called on in priority order first for items on the agenda and then for items not on the agenda. Each individual speaker will be allowed three minutes for remarks. Issues or concerns involving personnel matters are not appropriate for this public comment setting. After 30 minutes of public comment, any speakers remaining will be recognized at the end of the agenda for their comments.

CONSENT ITEMS

APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES

November 8, 2006 - Human Resources Committee Minutes
November 14, 2006-Finance Committee Minutes
January 9, 2007 - Board of Education Closed Session Minutes
January 10, 2007 -Instructional Program Committee Minutes
January 22, 2007 - Board of Education Work Session Minutes
January 23, 2007 - Board of Education Closed Session Minutes
January 26, 2007 - Board of Education Work Session Minutes
February 6, 2007 - Board of Education Work Session Minutes
February 13, 2007 - Facilities Committee Minutes
February 20, 2007 - Committee of the Whole
February 21, 2007 - Joint Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners and BOE

FINANCE

1. GIFTS TO THE SYSTEM

Seventy-two gifts have been donated to the Wake County Public School System. The approximate value of the gifts is $80,832.76. Fiscal Implications: Not applicable. Recommendation for Action: No action is required.

FACILITIES

1. ASSIGNMENT OF NEW SUBDIVISION TO SCHOOLS

The staff of the Growth and Planning Department presented recommendations to the Board of Education on February 20, 2007 for the following subdivision: Providence Place (Phase 1, Map 4 and 5; Phase 2, Map 2; Phase 3, Map 1; and Phase 4, Map 1). Fiscal Implications: Transportation costs will increase due to travel time. Other facility-related costs will be avoided. Recommendation for Action: Staff is presenting for Board approval.

2. LEASE AGREEMENT - LEASE AMENDMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SPACE FOR WAKE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

Terms and conditions of a First Amendment to the existing Lease Agreement have been reached with Board of Trustees of Wake Technical College to lease additional space known as Suite 102 (containing approximately 2,542 square feet of space) within a building on their WakeMed campus on Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh. The Amendment is within the scope of the existing two year lease which began on July 1, 2006, with opportunities for annual renewals thereafter. The projected use is for administrative space, and a multipurpose space with specific intended uses as a dining facility and classroom for the Wake Early College High School. Fiscal Implications: Rental rate under the original Lease is $1 for the entirety of the initial two year term of the lease, and $1 per year thereafter for any annual renewals. Funding for this lease would come from the Operating Budget. No additional fiscal implications are related to the First Amendment. Recommendation for Action: Staff requests Board approval of a First Amendment To Lease Agreement with Board of Trustees of Wake Technical.

3. BIDS: DURANT ROAD MIDDLE ROOFING

Bids for the roof repairs and coating of all the low slope roofs at Durant Road Middle School were received on February 13, 2007. Staff and Roof Engineering, Inc., recommend award of the single-prime contract to Sunlife Systems International, Inc., in the amount of $177,500. This project was added to PLAN 2000 Deferred Maintenance due to the deteriorating roof condition causing leakage in the building. The single ply roof had a 10-year warranty. The roof is in year nine and the manufacturer is being pursued for the pro-rated value. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $230,000, all of which is from PLAN 2000 Deferred Maintenance. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

4. LEASE AGREEMENTS: MODULAR CLASSROOM UNITS AT EAST MILLBROOK MIDDLE

Agreement has been reached with Vanguard Modular Building Systems for the lease payments for three eight-classroom modular complexes and three multi-purpose modular complexes required for the renovation and addition project at East Millbrook Middle School. These are for swing space required for the renovation project. Staff recommends approval of the agreements in the combined total amount of $404,987.97. Board approval is being requested due to the combined total of these agreements. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the project budget of $30,995,052, of which $3,470,802 is from PLAN 2004, $109,089 from PLAN 2000 Start up, and $27,415,161 from CIP 2006.
Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

5. CHANGE ORDER NO. GC-02: RIVER BEND ELEMENTARY (E-19)

Board approval is requested for Change Order No. GC-02 to Barnhill Contracting Company, Inc., for their Construction Management at Risk contract for construction of the new River Bend Elementary School. This change order, in the amount of $16,236,973, is to establish a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) for the construction of this project. A list of the bid packages is attached. Fiscal Implications:
Funding is available from the total project budget of $22,382,020, of which $2,292,654 is from PLAN 2004, $19,511,165 from CIP 2006 and $578,201 from CIP 2006 Offsite Improvements. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

6. CHANGE ORDER NO. GC-02: BANKS ROAD ELEMENTARY (E-23)

Board approval is requested for Change Order No. GC-02 to Barnhill Contracting Company, Inc., for their Construction Management at Risk contract for construction of the new Banks Road Elementary School near Fuquay-Varina. This change order, in the amount of $17,436,497, is to establish a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) for the construction of this project. A list of the bid packages is attached. This GMP includes the Town of Fuquay-Varina's park development, which will be funded by the Town of Fuquay-Varina and Wake County. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $22,889,069, of which $745,000 is from PLAN 2004; $21,159,465 from CIP 2006; $575,440 from CIP 2006 Offsite Improvements; and $409,164 will be provided by the Town of Fuquay-Varina and the Wake County Parks and Recreation Department for additional ball fields, parking and utilities for future upgrades to the park facility. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

7. CHANGE ORDER NO. GC-02: LYNN ROAD ELEMENTARY

Board approval is requested for Change Order No. GC-02 to Centex Construction Company for their Construction Management at Risk contract for the renovations and additions at Lynn Road Elementary. This change order, in the amount of $13,561,928, is to establish a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) for all but the landscaping bid package for this project. That package will be re-bid in the future to obtain a more competitive price and presented at a future Board meeting. A list of the bid packages is attached. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $22,098,150, of which $1,206,943 is from Plan 2004 and $20,891,207 from CIP 2006. Recommendation for Action:
Board approval is requested.

8. CHANGE ORDER NO. 10: SANFORD CREEK ELEMENTARY

Board approval is requested for Change Order No. 10 to DeVere Construction Company, Inc. This change order, in the amount of $118,124.84, is for all the playground equipment for Sanford Creek Elementary. The original bid documents did not include the playground equipment. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $19,123,008, all of which is from PLAN 2004. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

9. DESIGN CONSULTANT AGREEMENT: LACY ELEMENTARY

The CIP 2006 School Building Program includes additions and renovations at Lacy Elementary. Negotiations have been completed with Skinner Lamm & Highsmith Architects, PA, for the design of this project. The form of agreement is the standard form approved by the Board attorney. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $21,854,837 of which $525,000 is from PLAN 2004 Start Up and $21,329,837 from CIP 2006. The total project budget includes proposed compensation for the design consultant of $858,051. A separate agreement in the amount of $85,805.10 was previously issued for design through schematic design. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

10. DESIGN CONSULTANT AGREEMENT: ROOT ELEMENTARY

The CIP 2006 School Building Program includes additions and renovations at Root Elementary. Negotiations have been completed with GMK of North Carolina, PC, d/b/a Ramsay GMK for the design of this project. The form of agreement is the standard form approved by the Board attorney. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $19,930,017, of which $300,000 is from PLAN 2004 Start Up and $19,630,017 from CIP 2006. The total project budget includes proposed compensation for the design consultant of $876,236. Separate agreements totaling $111,923.60, were previously issued for design through schematic design. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

11. DESIGN CONSULTANT AGREEMENT: CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES ADDITION

The CIP 2006 School Building Program includes an addition to the Child Nutrition Services warehouse at the Central Services Complex. Negotiations have been completed with H.S. Annis Architect, AIA, for the design of this project. The form of agreement is the standard form approved by the Board attorney. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $2,778,383, all of which is from CIP 2006. The total project budget includes proposed compensation for the design consultant of $147,800. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

12. DESIGN CONSULTANT AGREEMENT: SMITH ELEMENTARY

The CIP 2006 School Building Program includes additions and renovations at Smith Elementary School. Negotiations were completed with Brown Architecture, Inc., for the design of this project, and the agreement was approved by the BOE on February 6, 2007. Before the contract was fully executed, Brown Architecture, Inc. was acquired by another firm, Shuller Ferris Lindstrom + Associates. A new agreement, with terms identical to the previous contract, has been executed with Shuller Ferris Lindstrom + Associates. Fiscal Implications: None. Recommendation for Action: This item is presented for information.

13. MATERIALS TESTING SERVICES: HERITAGE HIGH

Negotiations have been completed with Trigon Engineering Consultants, Inc., to provide construction materials testing and inspection services for Heritage High School in the amount of $260,000, in accordance with the Master Service Agreement for Geotechnical/Materials Testing Services and the Individual Project Proposal Agreement. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total budget of $62,568,407, of which $1,564,638 is from PLAN 2000 Start-Up, $513,391 from PLAN 2004, $56,129,055 from CIP 2006, $1,253,301 from CIP 2006 Offsite Improvements, and $3,108,022 from the Town of Wake Forest and the Wake County Parks and Recreation Department for additional ball fields and upgrades to the school's ball fields. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

14. RESOLUTION: PLAN 2000 LONG-RANGE BUILDING PROGRAM FUNDING REALLOCATION

Resolution requests reallocation of project savings from various completed PLAN 2000 projects
to Program Contingency. Total reallocation amount is $546,458. Fiscal Implications: No additional appropriation of funding is necessary. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

1. AMENDMENT #I TO CONTRACT 07-247 BETWEEN WAKE COUNTY SMARTSTART, INC. AND WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM (SUPPORTING CHILDREN'S TRANSITION TO KINDERGARTEN)

This amendment to the contract approved at the July 18, 2006 Board meeting increases funding for Project Enlightenment services.
The contract pays for transition programs for children of greatest need who will be entering kindergarten next year.
Fiscal Implications: This is a revenue contract in the amount of $21,528.00 to increase funding to a total of $119,742.00. No WCPSS funds are required. Recommendation for Action: Staff is requesting Board approval.

2. CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH WAKE COUNTY SMART START, INC. (MORE AT FOUR)

The amendment is an increase of two slots at Project Enlightenment for the More at Four Program. Fiscal Implications: The total reimbursement from the Local Partnership to the Service Provider for provision of services for this increase of 2 (two) slots, shall not exceed $41,846.00. Recommendation for Action: Staff is requesting Board approval.

3. CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH WAKE COUNTY SMART START, INC. (MORE AT FOUR)

The amendment is an increase of four slots at Lynn Road for the More at Four Program. Fiscal Implications: The total reimbursement from the Local Partnership to the Service Provider for provision of services for this increase 4 (four) slots, shall not exceed $45,962.00. Recommendation for Action: Staff is requesting Board approval.

4. TITLE I SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES: SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER

Under "No Child Left Behind" Legislation, a Title I school that has not met Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals for three consecutive years, must offer Supplemental Educational Services (SES) for all eligible students. Students are eligible if they qualify for free/reduced lunch. These services must be provided by a provider who is approved by the Department of Public Instruction. Parents select the provider from the approved list. Parents of approximately 130 students at Hodge Road Elementary have selected Sylvan Learning Center as their SES provider. Fiscal Implications: The state approved maximum allocation per student is $1,198. The total cost of the services for 130 students is $155,740.00. Recommendation for Action: Staff recommends the Board approve this contract.

5. GRANT PROPOSALS

Competitive (#1135): State Library of North Carolina, Library Services and Technology Act, EZ School Library Collection Development / Wakefield Middle School and Others.
Competitive (#1136): US Department of Education, NC Department of Public Instruction, Title I School Improvement Funds / Central Services, Title I.
Competitive (#1137): NC State Collaborative for Children and Families, NC Department of Public Instruction / Central Services, Student Support Services.
Fiscal Implications: Any required cash and/or in-kind matching contributions vary by grant program. Recommendation for Action: Staff is requesting Board approval.

POLICY

1. POLICY 6400-CODE OF CONDUCT

Revised: Second Reading.
At the advice and guidance of Ann Majestic, revisions have been made to align with General Statute 115C-391. The proposed revisions were presented to the Policy Committee on 2.13.07. Fiscal Implications: none. Staff Recommendation: Staff is requesting Board approval.

2. POLICY 6410-INAPPROPIRATE STUDENT CONDUCT

Revised: Second Reading.
At the advice and guidance of Ann Majestic, revisions have been made to draw all policies under Board Policy 6400 which indicates discipline can be imposed "anytime, anywhere, any place that has a direct effect on maintaining safety for all staff and students". These revisions will eliminate "specific jurisdiction" wording. The proposed revisions were presented to the Policy Committee on 2.13.07. Fiscal Implications: none. Recommendation for Action: Staff is requesting Board approval.

3. POLICY 6420-DISRUPTION OF SCHOOL

4. POLICY 6425-FIGHTING/PHYSICAL AGGRESSION OR ASSAULT

Revised: Second Reading.
At the advice and guidance of Ann Majestic, revisions have been made to align with General Statute 115C-391. Additional wording added for clarification. The proposed revisions were presented to the Policy Committee on 2.13.07. Fiscal Implications: none. Recommendation for Action: Staff is requesting Board approval.

5. POLICY 6427-WEAPONS AND DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTS/ SUBSTANCES

Revised: Second Reading.
At the advice and guidance of Ann Majestic, revisions have been made for clarification based on trends of inappropriate behaviors. The proposed revisions were presented to the Policy Committee on 2.13.07. Fiscal Implications: none. Recommendation: Staff is requesting Board approval.

6. POLICY 6429-NARCOTIC, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES,

CHEMICALS AND DRUG PARAPHERNELIA

Revised. Second Reading.
At the advice and guidance of Ann Majestic, revisions have been made to establish a definition for clarification and alignment with other policy changes. The proposed revisions were presented to the Policy Committee on 2.13.07. Fiscal Implications: none. Recommendation: Staff is requesting Board approval.

7. POLICY 6500-DISCIPLINE

Revised: Second Reading.
At the advice and guidance of Ann Majestic, revisions have been made to align with General Statute 115C- 391 and to establish clarification of all policies recommending suspensions for 365 days or suspensions up to 365 days. Additional wording added for clarification. The proposed revisions were presented to the Policy Committee on 2.13.07. Fiscal Implications: none. Recommendation: Staff is requesting Board approval.

8. POLICY6530-Due Process
Revised. Second Reading.
At the advice and guidance of Ann Majestic, deletions have been made to eliminate duplication of policy. The proposed revisions were presented to the Policy Committee on 2.13.07. Fiscal Implications: none. Recommendation: Staff is requesting Board approval.

HUMAN RESOURCES

1. RECOMMENDATION(S) FOR EMPLOYMENT

A. Professional
B. Support

BOARD ADVISORY COUNCIL NOMINATIONS

This represents a new nomination to the Board Advisory Councils. The nomination form is attached for the Board's review and consideration. Fiscal Implications: None. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

COMMITTEE CHAIRS' REPORTS

ACTION ITEMS

FACILITIES

1. BELL SCHEDULE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE 2007/08 SCHOOL YEAR

Annually the Board of Education approves bell schedules for the next school year. The only changes proposed for the 2007-2008 school year are the additions of new schools. New elementary schools at East Garner and Sanford Creek are recommended for placement on third tier, 9:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.; and North Forest Pines is recommended for 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. New middle schools Wendell Middle and East Cary Middle Year Round are recommended for placement on first tier, 7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Wake Forest Rolesville High 9th Grade Center is recommended for a 7:50 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. bell schedule and Wakefield High 9th Grade Center is recommended for a 7:36 a.m. to 2:06 p.m. bell schedule. Fiscal Implications: Buses already purchased will provide resources to accommodate proposed bell schedule. Additional bus drivers will be recruited. Recommendation for Action: Approval of bell schedules for new schools is recommended.

2. BIDS: MODULAR UNITS AT KNIGHTDALE HIGH

Bids were received on December 12, 2006 to provide modular classroom units. Two eight- classroom units are needed at Knightdale High for seating capacity. Work includes the delivery, installation of footers, block, level, and tie-down for the units. Staff recommends award of the single-prime contract to CoMark Building Systems, Inc., in the amount of $162,244. Fiscal Implications: Funding is available from the total project budget of $16,935,553, all of which is from the CIP 2006 Mobile Classroom Relocation and Leasing, 2007-2009 project. Recommendation for Action: Board approval is requested.

3. RENEWAL OF GROUND LEASE FOR MODULAR CAMPUS - DUBOIS PROPERTY - WAKE FOREST

Terms and conditions of a renewal of the ground lease with the National Alumni Association of Dubois High School (Dubois) have been reached providing approximately 6.22 acres for a modular school complex, and an opportunity for use of the existing gymnasium. The lease term is five years beginning August 1, 2007, and terminating on June 30, 2012, with an option to renew this lease for a maximum of five (5) years beyond the initial lease term with option term lease payments increasing by 3% annually. Fiscal Implications: If use of gymnasium by Board of Education: $45,570 per year, $26,000 of which will be paid in the form of a credit against a Note of Dubois to the Board of Education until the Note is paid in full, after which annual payments will be made without credit or setoff. (The current Note balance is $52,000.) Tenant has the option to use the Gymnasium, and will inspect the building to determine whether renovations or upgrades to the building or its facilities are required for use. If it is economically feasible to complete such improvements to prepare for student use, then Tenant is responsible for making such improvement with notice to and prior consent of Landlord. Additional Rent for use of the Gymnasium is inclusive of utilities and maintenance, and secures Tenant's priority use until 3:00 p.m. on each school calendar day. If gymnasium is not used by Board of Education: $37,800 per year, $26,000 of which will be paid in the form of a credit against a Note of Dubois to the Board of Education until the Note is paid in full, after which annual payments will be made without credit or setoff. (The current Note balance is $52,000). Recommendation for Action: Staff requests Board approval.

4. REQUEST TO DECLARE LAND SURPLUS: A PORTION OF THE LEESVILLE ROAD CAMPUS

The Board of Education owns 104.91 acres of land on Country Trail known as the Leesville Road Schools tract that it currently uses for Leesville Road High School, Middle School and Elementary School. The property includes an unusable portion at the southern end of the property that is separated from the main body of the tract by Country Trail, and its limited size and shape prohibit cost effective school uses. The particular portion sought to be declared as surplus at this time is only the three (3) acre portion of the property that lies south of Country Trail and adjacent to a tract owned by City of Raleigh. Staff requests that the Board of Education surplus the 3 acre portion of the property identified as PIN # 0787386736, the precise area of which shall be confirmed by survey. Fiscal Implications: Upon approval from the Board of Education, staff will implement per Board Policy 7250. Recommendation for Action: Staff requests Board approval and declaration of property as surplus.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

1. 2008-2009 TRADITIONAL CALENDAR AND SINGLE-TRACK YEAR-ROUND CALENDAR

At the request of the board, the traditional calendar is being reconsidered. The single-track year-round calendar is also being reconsidered to ensure spring break alignment.
The traditional calendar presented is for 2008-2009.
This calendar meets all requirements of the Calendar Law.
This calendar contains 180 student days, 11 paid holidays, 10 paid vacation days, and 9 or 14 teacher workdays. The Division of Principals will make recommendations for the remaining teacher workdays.
The first day for students will be Monday, August 25, 2008. The last day will be Wednesday, June 10, 2009.
The single-track year-round calendar presented is for 2008-2009.
The single-track year-round instructional calendar combines features of the traditional and year-round calendar.
The calendar is broken into six-week instructional periods with either a one- or two-week break between each instructional period.
Fiscal Implications: There are no fiscal implications. Recommendation for Action: These items are presented for action.

RECOGNITION

SPOTLIGHT ON STUDENTS - 5 p.m.
Eighteen students will be recognized as Spotlight on Students award winners. Fiscal Implications: None. Recommendation for Action: None.

CLOSED SESSION

To consider confidential personnel information protected under G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6) and 115C-319.
To establish or give instructions concerning the Board's negotiating position related to a potential acquisition of real property, as provided in G.S. 143-318.11(a)(5).
ACTION ITEMS (cont'd)

HUMAN RESOURCES

1.RECOMMENDATION(S) FOR ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS

2.ADMINISTRATIVE TRANSFERS

ADJOURNMENT

Meetings will be held in the Administration Building, 3600 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC unless otherwise indicated.