Apollo High School
School Based Council Meeting
April 20, 2004 – 4:00p.m. - Conference Room

The regular meeting of the school based council was called to order by Tom Purcell, Principal, at 4:00 p.m. Members present: Tom Purcell, James Morgan, Tim Taylor, Melissa Morris, and Jim Gilles. Crystal Grady, KWC student was there to observe. A motion was made by Melissa Morris to begin the meeting. James Morgan seconded the motion and there was consensus.

Approve April Agenda – A motion was made by James Morgan to approve the April agenda. Tim Taylor seconded the motion and there was consensus.

Approve March Minutes – A motion was made by Buzz Backstrom to approve the March minutes. James Morgan seconded the motion and there was consensus.

Personnel Update - The following positions are open:

• Head Boys Basketball Coach Science Teaching Position
• 2 Assistant Boys Basketball Coaches Art Teaching Position
• Field Maintenance Worker English Teaching Position
• Assistant Football Coach Beacon Bus Monitor
• Interviews for the teaching positions will be scheduled for May 20 th and 21 st .
• The following positions have been filled:
• Writing Cluster Leader – Cam Matthews
• Yearbook Sponsor – Jonathan Paff
• Boys Head Soccer Coach – Mike Wilkerson

Budget Update - Mr. Purcell reported that there is $5, 084.00 remaining in the Professional Development budget. He also reported that we have spent 89% of the 2003-2004 S.E.E.K. budget, with a balance of $16, 399.28.

SACS Peer Review –

Alternative Peer Review Report Form

Apollo High School

Tuesday, March 30, 2004

Melissa Brown, Chairperson

Stacy Johnson, Committee Member

David Johnson, Committee Member

A peer review committee representing the Commission on Secondary and Middle Schools of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools conducted an on-site visit at Apollo High School in Owensboro, Kentucky on March 29 th and 30 th .

The on-site visit is part of the peer review phase of the SACS School Improvement Process. The review is required for both initial and continuing SACS accreditation.

The peer review team met with a variety of stakeholders from Apollo High School:

Principal, Thomas Purcell Teacher, Vicki Thorpe

Staff Developer, Catherine Shelton Teacher /SBDM, James Morgan

Assistant Principal, Stan Scott SRO, Frank Howard

Teacher, Melissa Jarboe

Multiple Parents

Multiple Students

In conducting the on-site five-year review, the team was responsible for:

The administration, faculty and staff at Apollo High School maintain a quality instructional program that meets the needs and interests of the student body. Furthermore, all staff members believe planning, professional development and the use of effective instructional practices are the cornerstone to student learning and achievement.

As a committee, we believe Apollo High School meets all the necessary requirements of the SAC School Improvement Planning Process, and we further recommend continuing SACS Accreditation with a rating of all standards being met.

The peer review team makes the following commendations and recommendations, which are divided among standards:

Beliefs and Mission

Governance and Leadership

Commendation…plan, which is infused in the CSI Plan, includes all the necessary components to improve instruction and learning

Recommendations… increase communication between parents and instructional staff regarding achievement, learning, discipline, etc.

Resources

Commendation…implementation of Read 180 to ensure continuous improvement

Support Services for Student Learning

Commendation...Professional Developer does an excellent job managing and disseminating data to stakeholders

Recommendation …(a) writing scores (specifically portfolio) indicate a need for higher expectations to guide school improvement…(b) increase the number of security cameras to ensure adequate supervision in isolated areas

Curriculum

Commendation…stakeholders communicate a mission of “Family” that is shared among all stakeholder groups

Instructional Design

Commendation…(a) improvement plans reflect a close, internal inspection of data…(b) school stakeholders are utilizing academic achievement data to determine organizational structure for the future… (c) demographic data was used to determine the school's need to implement intensive training regarding poverty through Ruby Payne

Recommendation… organizational demands due to increased technology innovation require additional support for students and staff

Library and Media Services

Commendation…user agreement in place to manage inappropriate use of the Internet

The Peer Review Team wishes to thank everyone for their hospitality and willingness to ensure continuous school improvement.

Respectfully,

Melissa Brown, Chairperson, Stacy Johnson, David Johnson

SBDM Elections – The parent representative election date is Thursday, April 22, 2004, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the front office. Candidates are Bob Rowan, Sue Warren, Curt Newcom, and Samuel Abbott. This election is to fill one two year parent representative position and the winning candidate will be elected by the majority of votes cast.

The faculty representative election date is Tuesday, April 27 th , during the Faculty Meeting. The candidates are Gary Edmonson, Becky Mann, Melissa Jarboe and James Morgan. This election is to fill one two year faculty representative position and the winning candidate will be elected by the majority vote of the faculty who work in this building. It is extremely important for all faculty to be present and cast their vote on the 27 th .

Other – Mr. Taylor moved to go into closed session to discuss personnel issues. Mr. Backstrom seconded the motion and there was consensus. After a discussion session with no action taken, Mr. Morgan moved to come out of closed session, Mr. Backstrom seconded the motion and there was consensus.

The date for the next SBDC meeting is Tuesday, May 11, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. in the conference room.

There being no further business a motion was made by Melissa Morris to adjourn at 5:00 p.m. James Morgan seconded the motion and there was consensus.

Respectfully submitted,

Becki Burton