PROCEEDINGS OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF THE PARISH OF CONCORDIA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT AN ACADEMIC BOARD MEETING HELD ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2009
The School Board of the Parish of Concordia, State of Louisiana, met in an Academic Session at the Concordia Parish School Board office in Vidalia, Louisiana, on Thursday, February 26, 2009, at six (6:00) o’clock P.M. The meeting was called to order by Mr. Gary Parnham, who after prayer and the Pledge, declared that the Board was ready for the transaction of business.
Members present were, Ms. Martha Rabb, Sr., Mr. Gary Parnham, Sr., Ms. Darlene Baker, Mr. Ricky Raven, Mr. Daryle Price, and Ms. Mary Campbell
Members absent were Mr. Raymond Riley, Mr. Fred T. Butcher and Ms. Deanie Roberts.
The Board met in an Academic Meeting to hear reports from principals concerning the following:
· Three strengths and weaknesses at the school compiled from teacher observation reports. How the schools are addressing those areas of weakness.
· An update on staff development that has been provided for their staff this year.
· Hindrances to the success of the school plan.
· The attendance rate of students and how they have worked to improve the attendance rate.
· The attendance rate of teachers and assistants.
Principals responded to these areas in the following order:
A. CEC - Lillian Franklin
B. FLE - Sheila Alwood
C. FUE - Cindy Smith
D. FJH - Lisa Cater (representing James Davis)
E. MHS - John Bostic
F. RES - Nancy Anders
G. VLE - Doris Polk
H. VUE - Darla Johnston
I. VJH - Whest Shirley
J. VHS - Rick Brown
Ferriday High School Principal was unable to be present due to a state playoff game. The Ferriday High School presentation will be made at the Regular Meeting on March 12, 2009.
It was moved by Ms. Rabb, seconded by Mr. Price and carried unanimously to adjourn at 8:35 P.M.
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Gary Parnham, Board President
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Loretta Blankenstein, Superintendent