SARASOTA COUNTY TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

School Advisory Council

Minutes

August 12, 2002

 

MEMBERS Present: Barbara Chomko, Harriette Laronge, Alice Higgins, Regina Stinson, Mickey Anderson, Norm Stockton, Matt Altman, Peter Straw

 

MEMBERS Absent: Jerome Greenstein, Roland Piccone, David Winterrowd

 

GUESTS Present: Ken DeVeau, Mary Ribaudo, Eddy Boynton, Jeffri Durrance, Art Gaudet, Ron Turner, Tim White, Richard Hays, and Carol Darling

 

I.          Welcome by Chairperson

Peter called the meeting to order and welcomed the group. 

 

II.         Minutes of the last meeting

Peter requested that the minutes be available electronically and Carol Darling indicated that she had a time factor in preparing them.  She will correct the minutes of the July 29 special meeting and distribute electronically.

 

III.        Action on SAC new appointees                 

A motion was made by Norm and seconded by Matt to accept Tim White as a member of the SAC and the motion was passed unanimously.   Ron Turner of the Chamber of Commerce introduced himself and indicated that he was considering serving on the committee.

 

IV.        Director’s Report

·         Opening of School for Staff

The first day of school for staff began with a reception for Bill Storms, honoring him for 27 years of service.  A staff meeting followed, as well as an organizational meeting for the School Improvement Plan (SIP).  On August 7, teachers of schools north of Pine View met with Superintendent Wilma Hamilton at the Van Wezel and Mr. Rick Pinet provided entertainment.  Department meetings were held during the week.

·         Reorganization requested by Superintendent

The following people have responsibilities:

§         Personnel Services – Team Leader, Allen Wilson         

§         Information Services – Team Leader, Carlene Judge

§         Financial Services – Team Leader, Bruce Monson       

§         Budget Process – Team Leader, Al Weidner

§         Organizational Structure – Team Leader, Barbara Chomko

§         Educational Services – Team Leader, Lori White

§         Other Business Support Services – Team Leader, Ellery Girard

Timeline:  Final Report due by the end of October

The report will be distributed as soon as completed by Human Resources, before the August 20 School Board meeting.  The job description for the Director will be given to SAC and it will be posted statewide and nationally.  Mickey commented that any prior constraints should be eliminated from the Director’s position.

Barbara reported that the first day of school was very successful. 

Barbara reported that the SCTI organization chart has been developed.  At the July meeting, Mickey asked for an organizational chart for ACEC.  Barbara reported that none exists but SAC will have the chart at the September meeting.

§         Beginning Budget Discussions and Discoveries

Ken DeVeau and Barbara reported that SCTI has been paying for a drivers’ education instructor at Pine View.  This will be reviewed.  Peter asked Ken to explain the budget, which will be done at the September meeting and will extend the meeting time by one hour.  Peter asked that all members be present at the next meeting for the budget presentation by Ken.

There is no more information on the investigation into the EMS situation.  There are questions on transcripts and curriculum.  There is no timeframe from the FL Dept of Health for the report.  Mary Ribaudo has reorganized the EMS program and re-established confidence in the program and community relationships.  The course must be taught under supervision currently.  Matt asked to be kept informed.

 

V.                  SDMT Report

Harriette distributed the SDMT minutes.  The SDMT put the sign at the corner of Beneva and Proctor Roads on the agenda again.  The sign was discussed at the January 2002 meeting of the SAC and was tabled at the suggestion of Jerry Greenstein because of the upcoming referendum vote.  Norm suggested a 10% increase in the proposed cost of $15,000 since the quote is almost one year old.  The group discussed the sign options.  Regina moved that the sign at $15,000 + 10% be approved for installation at the corner of Beneva and Proctor.  The motion was seconded by Matt and carried unanimously.  Harriette also reported that the SDMT considered the organization structure of the custodial staff: the option of reporting to Ken DeVeau instead of Facilities. The third shift supervisor position in custodial has been posted.

 

VI.                Program Updates

Each of the Assistant Directors reported on his/her area.  443 high school students reported to SCTI today.  One hundred did not report and will be located ASAP. 

 

VII.              SCTI High School

Eddy Boynton reported that the SCTI High School had 65 students and will continue to enroll students.

 

 

VIII.            COE/SACs Accreditation

The first rewrite meeting was held at the last faculty meeting of the year on May 28 and the process continued in August during planning week.   The rewrite is needed for the SACS visit in April 2003.

 

 

NEW BUSINESS--Discussion

Peter would like the minutes distributed electronically before the meeting.

Mickey would like to have enrollment numbers at the next meeting.

Norm would like total enrollment numbers compared to last year.

 

CONSENT AGENDA

See previous

 

DISCUSSION

“A Framework for Practical Arts Education in Sarasota” –Mickey Anderson was tabled.

 

Norm made a motion for adjournment and Alice seconded it at 7:25 p.m.

 

Next meeting: Sept 9 at 6 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Regina Stinson

 

 

 

Mission Statement: Based upon the community’s industrial and business needs, the mission of SCTI is to provide quality technical education to individuals seeking employment and/or career enhancement.