December 10, 2024 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
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1. Call to Order
Discussion:
President Linda Ware Toure called meeting to order at 5:33pm.
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2. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum
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3. Public Expressions
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The public may comment only on any item appearing on this agenda, subject to the following restrictions: statements to the Board of Education by members of the public are limited to no more than three (3) minutes for each speaker unless altered by the presiding officer, with the approval of the board and, collectively, no more than 15 minutes are allowed for public expressions unless permitted by a majority vote of the board.
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4. Moment of Silence, Pledge of Allegiance – Mission
Discussion:
Indrit Vucaj, Director, Technology and Data, ITS called for a moment of silence, followed by leading the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Vucaj shared why he chose Metro Tech and recited the Mission Statement - "Metro Technology Centers prepares people for successful employment and life in a global society,"
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5. Superintendent's Report
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5.A. District Update by Mr. Aaron Collins, Superintendent/CEO
Discussion:
Mr. Collins greeted everyone and expressed his gratitude for their attendance. Mr. Collins expressed his appreciation for Mr. Perry, Dr. Toure, and Dr. Grant for attending Vision Conference. He wished everyone a joyful holiday season., filled with warmth, happiness, and a sense of togetherness. Additionally, Mr. Collins expressed his appreciation to the Board and recognized Ms. McKinney running unopposed for District 2., Ms. Jones as the new Board member for District 1. Expressed profound appreciation for the staff's commitment and dedication to Metro Technology mission.
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5.B. Presentations/Recognitions
1. Zac Gleason, Site Director, Business Technology Center 2. Kelly Powers, Director, Enrollment & Student Services/Counseling & Special Populations
Discussion:
1. Zac Gleason, Site Director, Business Technology Center
Mr. Gleason introduced Deirdra Roberts, Graphic Design Instructor, who introduced Maggie Brown, a Graphic Design Program graduate, who started the program as a full-time student who graduated last year and is now successfully employed in a graphic design company. Ms. Brown spoke about the significant role that Metro Tech's experienced instructors had played in preparing them for their careers. They expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to attend the meeting and share their experiences as Metro Tech students. The board members and Mr. Collins thanked them for sharing their #MT4Life stories and applauded their achievements. 2. Kelly Powers, Director, Enrollment & Student Services/Counseling & Special Populations Ms. Powers introduced this month's employee spotlight, Ms. Powers said she is always willing to assist others with a joyful spirit, epitomizing excellent customer service. Ms. Terri Grusendorf, Assessment Specialist, shared with us how great of a person she has been towards everyone who comes to take their assessment test. Ms. Gruesenndorf started off as the Tanif Supervisor. She then presented an overview of her 23-year career experiences at Metro Tech. Ms. Grusendorf said she was #MT4Life, which emphasized her love for her job and her dedication to Metro Tech. Board members and Mr. Collins expressed gratitude to Ms. Gruesendorf, for her joyful service and inspirational commitment to Metro Tech. The audience applauded Ms. Grusendorf for her service and for sharing her inspiring #MT4Life story. |
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5.C. Financial
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5.C.1. Treasurer's Report for the month of November 2024 - Bruce Campbell, District Treasurer
Discussion:
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5.D. Dates of Upcoming Events [Administration]
1. MTC Employee Holiday Celebration; Saturday, December 14; 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.; Embassy Suites, Northwest, 3233 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City 2. Greater OKC Chamber Annual Meeting; Wednesday, December 18; 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St, Oklahoma City 3. Aviation Graduation; on Thursday, December 19; 4:00 p.m.; Auditorium, District Center, 1900 Springlake Drive, Oklahoma City 4. Fall Graduation; on Thursday, December 19; 5:30 p.m.; Big III, District Center,1900 Springlake Drive, Oklahoma City 5. Winter Break (No Students/Offices Closed); Monday, December 23, 2024,through Friday, January 3, 2025 6. Classes Resume; Monday, January 6, 2025 7. January Regular Board Meeting; Tuesday, January 14, 2025; 5:30 p.m.; Room K, District Center;1900 Springlake Drive, Oklahoma City 8. Martin Luther King Day (Offices Closed); Monday, January 20, 2025 |
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5.E. Board Member Reports
Discussion:
Mr. Perry introduced Ms. Jones as the new board member for District 1, expressing confidence in her potential contributions to Metro Technology Centers. He believes she will be a valuable addition to the board and school district. Ms. Jones is enthusiastic about her new role, and Mr. Perry offered a key piece of advice to her: "When in doubt, ask Ms. McKinney."
Dr. Toure highlighted an inspiring perspective at the vision conference, contrasting the passive phrase "It is what it is" with a more empowering alternative. During the event, guest speaker Mr. Gillian offered a transformative perspective, stating, "It is what you make it" - a sentiment that emphasizes personal agency and potential. Dr. Toure was very proud of Dr. Grant for doing a fantastic job at the conference. |
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6. Board Reports for Review (no action required):
David Martin, Deputy Superintendent Jeremy Cowley, Associate Superintendent, Innovation& Knowledge Management Romel-Muex-Pullen, Associate Superintendent, Quality & Strategy Management Ronald Grant, Senior Director, Business & Finance Robyn Miller, Senior Director, Operations Kayleen Wichert, Senior Director, Instructional Quality & Workforce Engagement Jessica Martinez-Brooks, Senior Director, Strategic Communications & Engagement |
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7. Motion, discussion and possible vote to approve or disapprove the Minutes of the November 12, 2024, Regular Board Meeting. Minutes for October 7, 2024, and November 19, 2024. Special Board Meeting. [Administration]
Discussion:
Dr. Toure tabled the minutes to be approved at the next Board Meeting.
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8. Motion and possible vote to approve or disapprove the Consent Docket Item(s):
[The following matters may be approved in their entirety by the Board upon motion made, seconded and passed by a majority vote of the Board members. However, upon request by any Board member, anyone or more of said matters will be removed from the consent docket and acted upon separately.] A. Transfer of funds, in the amount of $110,347.64 from the Activity Fund to the General Fund account for activity through September 2024. [Business & Finance] B. STEM BIO Med Activity Fund Fundraiser for FY25. [Instruction] C. HCC Activity Fund Fundraiser for FY25. Proceeds will be spent on the Emergency Crisis Response Drill. [Instruction]
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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9. Motion, discussion and possible vote to approve or disapprove the following General Business Item(s):
A. Acceptance of monetary, food and/ or supply donations from various contributors for the Emergency Crisis Response Drill to be conducted on March 13, 2025 [Instruction] B. Authorize the Superintendent to execute the required documentation and attachments to seek a TSET Built Environment Grant. These documents must be reviewed and approved by TSET before a grant application can move forward to a full application review. [Operations] C. Declare Bus #11 as surplus, as it is being replaced with a new unit and approve the donation to Trinity Schools at 3200 N. Walker in Oklahoma City: 2016 Bluebird School Bus, 53 Passenger, 72,944 miles, Purchased on 3-24-16 for $86,368.00. [Operations] D. Declare Bus #27 as surplus, as it is being replaced with a new unit. 2009 Bluebird School Bus, 53 passengers, 147,009 miles, Purchased on 1-26-09 for $82.073.00. [Operations] E. Amendment between Metro Technology Centers and Corporate Tower, L.L.C. for Metro Tech to occupy third floor space through December 31, 2025, and first floor space through June 30, 2029 [Operations] F. Renewal of a Clinical Affiliation Agreement with Integris Health, Inc. for a one-year period, with successive automatic one-year renewals following the initial term
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Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10. Motion, discussion and possible vote to approve or disapprove Personnel Items [Human Resources]
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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10.A. Employment of the persons listed below:
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10.A.1. Probationary
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10.A.2. Part-Time, Adjunct Faculty & Business & Industry Services Division:[Attached]
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10.B. Transfer:
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10.C. Release/Resignation/Retirement of:
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11. Motion, discussion and possible vote to approve or disapprove the following Encumbrances and Purchasing Items:
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11.A. FY2024 Encumbrances PO #2502459 - PO #2502692 (see attachment for full list of the encumbrances). [Business & Finance]
General Fund $ 258,629.11
Building Fund $ 153, 070.90 Bond Fund $ 120,366.58 Register Total $ 532,066.59
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11.B. Encumbrance to Durante Construction, Inc as general contractors for Metro Technology Centers, to renovate Suite B located in the Health Career Center, which includes painting, removing flooring, and ceiling tiles, and installing new flooring, and ceiling tiles in the amount of $70,406.08. (Pricing, terms, and conditions per quote). ODCTE One Time Allocation will be utilized for this project. [Instruction]
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11.C. Encumbrance in the amount of $195,000.00 plus reimbursements to GH2 Architects as consultants to guide and execute a 10-Year District Master Plan that integrates both financial and academic considerations. The project was competitively bid using RFP #25-001 on 11.13.2024. [Operations]
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11.D. Purchase of network equipment and related supplies from United Data Technologies in the amount of $56,346.93 needed for instructional use in the Cybersecurity & Network Program. Lottery Grant Funds will be used to purchase.
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12. New Business
Rationale:
[New Business is any matter not known about or which could not have been reasonably foreseen prior to the time of posting. 25 Okla. Stat. §311 (A) (9).]
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13. Adjournment
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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