SBE Regular Board Meeting -
4/10/2008 9:00:00 AM
201 East Colfax Avenue
Room 101
Denver,
Colorado 80203 |
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Pamela Jo Suckla, Chairman, 3rd Congressional District
Bob Schaffer, Vice-Chairman, 4th Congressional
District
Elaine Gantz Berman, 1st Congressional District
Randy DeHoff, 6th Congressional District
Evie Hudak, 2nd Congressional District
Peggy Littleton, 5th Congressional District
Jane Goff, 7th Congressional District
Dwight Jones, Commissioner & Secretary to the
State Board of Education
Mary Frances Nevans, Director of State Board Relations
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I. CALL
TO ORDER |
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II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE |
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III. INSPIRATIONAL MESSAGE |
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IV. ROLL CALL |
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V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA |
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VI. OPPORTUNITY FOR CONSENT MOTION |
 1.
Waiver Request Regarding Roaring Fork
School Distrct RE-1 -- Carbondale Comm. School |
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2.
Waiver Request Re: Colo. Springs Dist.
11 and CIVA Charter School |
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3.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC02 | The
applicant has been charged with engaging in unethical
behavior in violation of §22-60.5-107(4), C.R.S., and
Colorado State Board of Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37,
22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and 22-60.5-R-15.02(10).
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4.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC03 | The
applicant has been charged with engaging in unethical
behavior in violation of §22-60.5-107(4), C.R.S., and
Colorado State Board of Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37,
22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and 22-60.5-R-15.02(10).
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5.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC04 | | Regarding
disciplinary proceedings concerning the License in Charge
No. 2008EC04, the license holder has been charged with
engaging in unethical behavior in violation of
§22-60.5-107(4), C.R.S., and Colorado State Board of
Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37, 22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and
22-60.5-R-15.02(1), (2),(10) and (11). |
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6.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC05 | | Regarding
disciplinary proceedings concerning a License in Charge No.
2008EC05, the license holder has been charged with engaging
in unlawful and unethical behavior in violation of
§Â§22-60.5-107(2.5)(a)(I)(C) and (4), C.R.S., and Colorado
State Board of Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37,
22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and (3)(a) and 22-60.5-R-15.02(10). |
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7.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC06 | Regarding
disciplinary proceedings concerning a license Charge No.
2008EC06,
the license holder has been charged with engaging in unlawful and unethical
behavior in violation of §Â§22-60.5-107(2.5)(a)(I)(C) and
(4), C.R.S., and Colorado State Board of Education Rules 1
CCR 301-37, 22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and (3)(a) and
22-60.5-R-15.02(1), (2) and (10). |
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8.
Diocese of Pueblo Principal Induction
Program | The
Diocese of Pueblo seeks approval of its induction program
for Principals new to the district. The proposed program has
been determined to meet State Board of Education
requirements for school district induction programs. A copy
of the Diocese of Pueblo induction program is attached.
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9.
Miami-Yoder Teacher Induction Program | The
Miami- Yoder School District seeks approval of its induction
program for Teachers new to the district. The proposed
program has been determined to meet State Board of Education
requirements for school district induction programs. A copy
of the Miami- Yoder School District induction program is
attached.
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10.
Telluride R-1 S.D.Teacher/Special
Services Prov. Induct. Prog. | The
Telluride R-1 School District seeks re-approval of its
induction programs for Teacher/Special Services Provider new
to the district. The proposed program has been determined to
meet State Board of Education requirements for school
district induction programs. A copy of the Telluride R-1
School District induction program is attached.
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11.
Appointments to CSEAC | The
Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee supports and
recommends the appointment of the following individuals to
the required vacant positions (please see the attached
nomination forms):
· Jami Boarman - representing a district charter school administrator
(Congressional District 6)
· Pam Christy - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 6)
· Nita McAuliffe - representing special education administrators
(Congressional District 3)
· Gloria Mounts - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 3)
· Duane Richert - representing the Division of Youth Corrections from the
Department of Corrections (Congressional District 3)
· Erin Ross - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 2)
· Mimi Thurston - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 3)
· Robert Ward - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 6)
Please note: The CSEAC Membership Subcommittee will continue to recruit for
a representative from a private school and make a
recommendation at a future date.
* Application does not meet criteria.
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12.
Contingency Reserve Payment for Ouray
County School Districts | The
Ouray County Assessor informed three school districts with
property in Ouray County that approximately 36 properties
were incorrectly assessed resulting in a loss of property
tax revenues to the districts.
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13.
EDAC Replacement for Unexpected
Resignation | The
unexpected resignation of our superintendent representative
from the Southwest region necessitates immediate replacement
from an unrepresented area of expertise. The committee has
not had consistent representation from past superintendents
and brainstormed an unrepresented area of a frontline data
person. Therefore Lena Fraley, Thornton Middle School
Registrar in Adams 12 Five Star Schools (Metro region) has
been recommended by EDAC members to fulfill this role.
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VII. STATE BOARD COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS |
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VIII. STATE BOARD/COMMISSIONER |
1.
Report from Commissioner Dwight D. Jones |
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IX. TIMED ITEMS |
1.
10:30 Rulemaking Hearing Permanent Rules
for the Supplemental Online Grant Program |
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2.
11:00 Recognition of Dr. Larry Vibber
for 46 Years of Service | | The
State Board and Commissioner Jones wished to express their
thanks for Dr. Larry Vibber, who has served as
superintendent in the Fowler School District for forty-six
years. |
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X. LEARNING & RESULTS |
1.
Hope On-Line Learning Academy MOU Appeal
- Co. Spgs. Dist. 11 |
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2.
Hope On-Line Learning Academy MOU Appeal
-- Harrison RE2 |
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XI. SPECIAL SERVICES |
1.
Waiver Request Regarding Roaring Fork
School Distrct RE-1 -- Carbondale Comm. School |
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2.
Waiver Request Re: Colo. Springs Dist.
11 and CIVA Charter School |
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3.
Waiver Request: Brighton 27J S.D Re:
Landmark Academy Charter School | The
Brighton 27J School District Board of Education and Landmark
Academy Charter School have entered into a contract for a
period ending June 30, 2037. Brighton 27J School District
Board of Education requests a waiver from
22-32-109(1)(b)(t), C.R.S. in addition to the waivers that
are automatically approved, for a period ending June 30,
2037.
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4.
Exclusive Chartering Authority Requests:
Statute Ref.: No Discernible History |
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5.
Exclusive Chartering Authority
Requested: Statute Ref. Greater Than District Free Lunch
Percentages |
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6.
Exclusive Chartering Authority: Statute
Ref.: Above State Averages of 6.62% |
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XII. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES |
1.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC02 | The
applicant has been charged with engaging in unethical
behavior in violation of §22-60.5-107(4), C.R.S., and
Colorado State Board of Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37,
22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and 22-60.5-R-15.02(10).
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2.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC03 | The
applicant has been charged with engaging in unethical
behavior in violation of §22-60.5-107(4), C.R.S., and
Colorado State Board of Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37,
22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and 22-60.5-R-15.02(10).
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3.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC04 | | Regarding
disciplinary proceedings concerning the License in Charge
No. 2008EC04, the license holder has been charged with
engaging in unethical behavior in violation of
§22-60.5-107(4), C.R.S., and Colorado State Board of
Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37, 22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and
22-60.5-R-15.02(1), (2),(10) and (11). |
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4.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC05 | | Regarding
disciplinary proceedings concerning a License in Charge No.
2008EC05, the license holder has been charged with engaging
in unlawful and unethical behavior in violation of
§Â§22-60.5-107(2.5)(a)(I)(C) and (4), C.R.S., and Colorado
State Board of Education Rules 1 CCR 301-37,
22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and (3)(a) and 22-60.5-R-15.02(10). |
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5.
Disciplinary Proceedings: Charge No.
2008EC06 | Regarding
disciplinary proceedings concerning a license Charge No.
2008EC06,
the license holder has been charged with engaging in unlawful and unethical
behavior in violation of §Â§22-60.5-107(2.5)(a)(I)(C) and
(4), C.R.S., and Colorado State Board of Education Rules 1
CCR 301-37, 22-60.5-R-15.00(2)(l) and (3)(a) and
22-60.5-R-15.02(1), (2) and (10). |
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6.
Emergency Renewal Authorizations (2) | | Colorado
law, 22-60.5-111(1)(c),C.R.S., and State Board Rule 4.03
provide that a local board of education may request an
Emergency Authorization to employ a non-licensed teacher,
principal, administrator or special services provider. The
District must agree to provide an induction program. The
State Board will exercise judgment as to whether the
District has demonstrated a shortage of nonlicensed
personnel and the employment of non-licensed personnel are
essential to preserving the instructional program and to the
well-being of the children enrolled. In addition, the
Emergency Authorizations may be renewed only upon approval
by the State Board. |
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7.
Emergency Initial Authorizations -
(Monthly total 18) | Colorado
law, 22-60.5-111(1)(c),C.R.S., and State Board Rule 4.03
provide that a local board of education may request an
Emergency Authorization to employ a non-licensed teacher,
principal, administrator or special services provider. The
District must agree to provide an induction program. The
State Board will exercise judgment as to whether the
District has demonstrated a shortage of non-licensed
personnel and the employment of non-licensed personnel are
essential to preserving the instructional program and to the
well-being of the
children enrolled. In addition, the Emergency Authorizations may be renewed
only upon approval by the State Board. |
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8.
Diocese of Pueblo Principal Induction
Program | The
Diocese of Pueblo seeks approval of its induction program
for Principals new to the district. The proposed program has
been determined to meet State Board of Education
requirements for school district induction programs. A copy
of the Diocese of Pueblo induction program is attached.
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9.
Miami-Yoder Teacher Induction Program | The
Miami- Yoder School District seeks approval of its induction
program for Teachers new to the district. The proposed
program has been determined to meet State Board of Education
requirements for school district induction programs. A copy
of the Miami- Yoder School District induction program is
attached.
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10.
Telluride R-1 S.D.Teacher/Special
Services Prov. Induct. Prog. | The
Telluride R-1 School District seeks re-approval of its
induction programs for Teacher/Special Services Provider new
to the district. The proposed program has been determined to
meet State Board of Education requirements for school
district induction programs. A copy of the Telluride R-1
School District induction program is attached.
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XIII. EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES |
1.
Appointments to CSEAC | The
Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee supports and
recommends the appointment of the following individuals to
the required vacant positions (please see the attached
nomination forms):
· Jami Boarman - representing a district charter school administrator
(Congressional District 6)
· Pam Christy - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 6)
· Nita McAuliffe - representing special education administrators
(Congressional District 3)
· Gloria Mounts - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 3)
· Duane Richert - representing the Division of Youth Corrections from the
Department of Corrections (Congressional District 3)
· Erin Ross - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 2)
· Mimi Thurston - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 3)
· Robert Ward - representing parents of children with disabilities
(Congressional District 6)
Please note: The CSEAC Membership Subcommittee will continue to recruit for
a representative from a private school and make a
recommendation at a future date.
* Application does not meet criteria.
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2.
Approval of Summer School Funds for
Eligible Facilities, Summer 2008 | 2286-R-1.00
Adopted 12/12/2002; Amended 11/9/2006
Summer School Grant Program for Eligible Facilities
A grant program designed to assist facility schools in providing intensive
research-based educational services in the areas of reading,
writing, and/or mathematics for children who are performing
below grade level in these areas.
The summer school program is required to be at least six weeks long and at
least 20 hours per week of academic instruction.
This is a non-competitive grant. All below grade level students in eligible
facilities that applied for the grant were approved for
funding.
Please see the attached list of facilities and the recommended funding level
for each.
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XIV. Standards and Support |
1.
Accept Recommendations for the Summer
School Grant Program (1 CCR 301-50) 2008 Funded Sites. |
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XV. MANAGEMENT, BUDGET & PLANNING |
1.
Contingency Reserve Payment for Ouray
County School Districts | The
Ouray County Assessor informed three school districts with
property in Ouray County that approximately 36 properties
were incorrectly assessed resulting in a loss of property
tax revenues to the districts.
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2.
EDAC Replacement for Unexpected
Resignation | The
unexpected resignation of our superintendent representative
from the Southwest region necessitates immediate replacement
from an unrepresented area of expertise. The committee has
not had consistent representation from past superintendents
and brainstormed an unrepresented area of a frontline data
person. Therefore Lena Fraley, Thornton Middle School
Registrar in Adams 12 Five Star Schools (Metro region) has
been recommended by EDAC members to fulfill this role.
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XVI. FUTURE ACTION |
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XVII. INFORMATION ONLY |
1.
Appointments to the State Advisory
Committee for Gifted Student Education | The
State Advisory Committee provides the State Board of
Education with information and recommendations regarding
issues impacting gifted student education. The SBE provides
a liaison to this committee that meets 4-5 times a year.
This is a notification of the forthcoming vacancies on the
State Advisory Committee at the end of the term, June 30,
2008. The SAC position is a 3-year term with a two-term
limitation.
Vacancies will be in the following Congressional Districts:
I (community member), II (community member), III (parent), IV (community
member), VI (educator), and VII (parent, community member)
Representation on SAC is balanced by stakeholder roles: parent, educator,
administrator and community/business).
The State Advisory Committee is accepting nominations to fill vacancies from
each of the above mentioned Congressional Districts. A list
of recommended members will be submitted to the State Board
for final approval. State Board members and other
educational leaders are invited to submit names for
nomination. Each nominee must submit a letter of intent and
a brief biography or resume. Application information is
available through the Membership Committee of the State
Advisory Committee and on the Gifted Education web page:
http://www.cde.state.co.us/gt/gtadvco.htm
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XVIII. LEGISLATION & BUDGET |
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XIX. PUBLIC COMMENT |
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XX. FUTURE BUSINESS |
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XXI. Executive Session |
At the conclusion of the meeting, the State Board of Education
will convene an Executive Session at noon to address the
following matters: to receive legal advice from the Board's
attorneys in accordance with § 24-6-402(3)(a)(II), C.R.S. and to
discuss personnel matters in accordance with §
24-6-402(3)(b)(I),C.R.S. This session is closed to the public.
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XXII. ADJOURNMENT |
More : | Please
contact the State Board Office at (303) 866-6817 or (303)
866-6809 if you need special accommodations. The State Board
Room is accessible. Every effort will be made to accommodate
persons with disabilities. |
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