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Highlights of Presentation and Discussion Items
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The following items were presented to the Board:
Finance Report: As of August 31, 2018 the Board learned the system is at 9.08 percent for the budget year. The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax revenues for July 2018 were up 1.35 percent from 2017 collections and down 1.62 percent from last month. A financial statement, investment reports, and bond summaries were also shared, as well as a detailed capital projects analysis.
DLI Update - Fonda Harrison, Associate Superintendent, presented an update on the Dual Language Immersion programs at Cumming ES, Brandywine ES and Kelly Mill ES. The principal from each school spoke along with Michaela Claus-Nix, World Language Content Specialist. This is a form of education where students are taught content and literacy in two languages. The goals are proficiency in English, a new language, academic achievement and intercultural competence. Our 50/50 model consists of 1/2 English speakers and 1/2 heritage speakers. They spend 1/2 the day in English and 1/2 the day in Spanish. The schools reported success so far.
Legislative Priorities - Jennifer Caracciolo, Public Information and Communication Director, presented our 2019 Legislative Priorities. These were approved at the Regular Board meeting.
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Highlight of
Action Items
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The following item was approved:
Resolution to Support Impact Fees: The Board approved by unanimous vote the Resolution in support of Impact Fees.
Resolution in Opposition of a State Mandated School Calendar:
The Board approved by unanimous vote the Resolution in opposition of a State mandated school calendar.
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