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APPROVED
STATE OF HAWAII
BOARD OF EDUCATION
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Thursday, July 29, 1993
Board Room, Queen Liliuokalani Building
Board Room, Queen Liliuokalani Building
ATTENDANCE
Debi Hartmann, Chairperson
Dr. Mitsugi Nakashima, First Vice Chairperson (excused)
Betty Lou Miura, Second Vice Chairperson
Rev. Darrow L. K. Aiona (excused)
Margaret K. Apo
Lex Brodie (excused)
Dr. Robert Fox
Karen Knudsen (excused)
Denise Matsumoto
Francis R. McMillen
Ronald BY. Nakano
Winston Sakurai
Meyer Ueoka (excused)
Michele Smith
Charles T. Toguchi, Superintendent of Education
Bart Kane, State Librarian
Galen Onouye, Board of Education Analyst
REPRESENTATIVES OF VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS
Akiko Uyeda, Chairperson, Hawaii State Student Council
Steven Chang, Deputy Attorney General
Don Johnston, Chairperson, Honolulu School Advisory Council
Cal Kawamoto, Chairperson, Leeward School Advisory Council
I. Call to Order
The general business meeting of the Board of Education was called to order by Chairperson Debi Hartmann at 7:40 p.m. in the Board Room, Queen Liliuokalani Building.
II. Board's Recognition of Achievements in the Public Schools and Public Libraries
1. Presentation of Monetary Gift by GTE Hawaiian Tel for the Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation and to Governor Sanford B. Dole Intermediate School
Presentation of the 1993 Public School Grant of $20,000 from GTE Hawaiian Tel, represented by Mr. Warren Haruki, was accepted by Chairperson Hartmann on behalf of the Public Schools of Hawaii Foundation. The grant is to underwrite the startup costs for the School Information Technology Training Program to make DOE employees technology literate.
Presentation of a $5,000 grant to Governor Sanford B. Dole Intermediate School was accepted by Principal Geraldine Ichimura to purchase equipment to complete the school's Local Area Network (LAN). Superintendent Toguchi also acknowledged the partnership with IBEW, Local 1357 for its volunteer work in wiring the 24 classrooms for this project.
III. Advisory Councils. Advisory Commissions. and Student Representatives
The Chair of the Hawaii State Student Council (HSSC), Akiko Uyeda, reported on the current activities of the Council, focusing on the electronic student-at-work project, which is a statewide electronic communications network comprised of HSSC members and representatives from private and public schools.
Honolulu District School Advisory Council Chair, Don Johnson, presented a written summary of the Council's annual report.
IV. Requests, Petitions. Etc. from the Public
Ms. Donna Wong addressed the Board regarding her son's poor attendance record at Kailua High School and that she was not immediately notified of the situation.
Testimony against the proposed 22-credit graduation requirement was heard from Ms. Sharon Mahoe of HSTA; and Mr. Cal Kawamoto, Chairman of the Leeward School Advisory Council and Chairman of the Waipahu Neighborhood Board (Attachment A).
Testimony was heard against the proposed Hale Kewalo Housing Development project from Mr. Richard Sakamoto, McKinley Alumni Association President (1989-92) and former McKinley High School Principal (Attachment B); Mr. Paul Izumi, McKinley High School junior (Attachment C); Ms. Vanessa Lee, McKinley High School Student Body President (Attachment D); Mr. Paul Kadooka, President, McKinley High School PTSA (Attachment E); Ms. Lisa Kadooka, Student (Attachment F); and Mr. David Hagino (Attachment G).
With a motion made by Mrs. Miura and seconded by Mrs. Matsumoto, recess was called at 9:00 p.m. The meeting was recalled to order at 9:18 p.m.
V. Approval of Minutes, Appointments, Contracts, Gifts and SCBM Status
A. Minutes
A motion was made by Mrs. Miura and seconded by Mr. McMillen to approve the minutes of executive sessions held on May 30, 1993, June 3, 1993 and June 17, 1993.
The motion carried and the minutes were approved.
B. Personnel Appointments
Mr. Nakano reported that the Personnel Committee met to review the Superintendent's recommendations for educational officer appointments. The committee recommended approval.
It was moved by Mr. Nakano and seconded by Mrs. Matsumoto that the Board approve the following appointments as specified in the Board's personnel folder:
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
Dr. Eileen Clarke, Evaluation Specialist II (LTA-Prob), effective 8/2/93;
HONOLULU DISTRICT
Yvonne I. Kim, Vice Principal II, Roosevelt High School (LTA-Prob Vice), effective
9/1/93;
CENTRAL OAHU DISTRICT
Tim Bollinger, Vice Principal I, Wahiawa Intermediate School (LTA-Prob), effective
9/1/93;
Karen L. Webster, School Business Manager I, Aiea High School (LTA-Temporary), effective 8/2/93;
LEEWARD OAHU DISTRICT
Gordon Lum, Vice Principal I, Mauka Lani Elementary School (Regular), effective
9/1/93;
WINDWARD OAHU DISTRICT
Sue Ann Stock, Vice Principal II, Kailua High School (LTA-Vice), effective 9/1/93;
HAWAII DISTRICT
Lucia N. Moreno, Vice Principal I, Keaau Elementary and Intermediate School (LTA-Vice), effective 9/1/93;
Carl Ramsey, Vice Principal III, Konawaena High and Intermediate School (LTA-Prob), effective 9/1/93;
Nancy Soderberg, Vice Principal Ill, Konawaena High and Intermediate School (LTA-Prob), effective 9/1/93;
Jessica Yamasawa, Vice Principal III, Konawaena High and Intermediate School (LTA-Prob), effective 9/1/93;
MAUI DISTRICT
Patricia Maielua, Vice Principal II, Lahainaluna High School (LTA-Prob), effective
9/1/93;
Kahiki Gay Manini, Vice Principal I, Kahului School (LTA-Vice), effective 9/1/93;
KAUAI DISTRICT
William N. Arakaki, Vice Principal III, Kapaa High and Intermediate School (LTA-Vice), effective 9/1/93;
OFFICE OF BUSINESS SERVICES
Melvin T. Seo, Auxiliary Services Specialist III (LTA-Prob), effective 8/2/93;
HONOLULU DISTRICT
Gilbert Chun, District Business Specialist I, Facilities (LTA-Trainee), effective 8/2/93;
Roberta Richards, Vice Principal I, Kalakaua Intermediate School (LTA-Prob), effective 9/1/93;
CENTRAL OAHU DISTRICT
Linda Kishimoto, Vice Principal I, Nimitz Eiementary School (LTA-Vice), effective
9/1/93;
HAWAII DISTRICT
Nanette Nalani Sing, Principal II, Pahoa Elementary School (LTA-Prob), effective
9/1/93;
MAUI DISTRICT
Carol Y. Suda, Vice Principal I, Kihei School (LTA-Prob), effective 9/1/93;
Stephen I. Yamada, Vice Principal, Maui High School (LTA-Prob), effective 9/1/93;
OFFICE OF INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
Melvin S. Ginoza, Educational Specialist II - FPAIS/A+ (LTA-Temporary), effective
8/3/93;
HONOLULU DISTRICT
Michael Hirano, Vice Principal I, Washington Intermediate School (LTA-Prob), effective 9/1/93;
HAWAII DISTRICT
Cheryl Fraser, Vice Principal I, Laupahoehoe High and Elementary School (LTA-Prob Vice), effective 9/1/93;
Nanette Hiraoka, District Specialist II, Math/Science (LTA-Prob), effective 8/16/93;
Wayne Yanagisawa, Vice Principal I, Paauilo Elementary and Intermediate School (LTA- Prob), effective 9/1/93.
The motion carried unanimously
C. Contracts
The Superintendent brought before the Board for approval two (2) contracts with Dr. John Woodward for services as a consultant/trainer to assist schools in the development and achievement of the School Improvement Plans.
It was moved by Mr. Nakano and seconded by Mr. McMillen that the Board of Education approve the two contracts as submitted by the Superintendent.
The first contract for the period January 4, 1993 to January 29, 1993 in the amount of $10,550 was questioned by Mrs. Miura why Board approval is being requested months after the effective period. Superintendent Toguchi explained it to be a staff oversight to which he issued a serious directive that it not occur again.
Mr. McMillen moved and Mrs. Miura seconded for a division of the motion to vote on each contract separately.
The motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Mr. McMillen and seconded by Mr. Nakano that the Board approve the contract with Dr. John Woodward as consultant in the amount of $8,116, effective September 13, 1993 to September 21, 1993.
The motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Mr. McMillen and seconded by Mr. Nakano that the Board
approve the contract with Dr. John Woodward for his services as consultant from
January 4, 1993 to January 29, 1993, in the amount of $10,550.
The motion carried unanimously
D. Gifts
It was moved by Mrs. Matsumoto and seconded by Mr. Nakano that the Board
approve acceptance of the following gifts totaling $171,503.11, as recommended
by the Superintendent:
Monetary gift to Gov. Sanford B. Dole Intermediate School of $5,000 to be used to purchase equipment to complete Dole's Local Area Network. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Warren Haruki, President of GTE Hawaiian Telephone, P. O. Box 2200, Honolulu, Hawaii 96841;
Monetary gift to Aliiolani Elementary School of $750.00 to be used for Athletic Scholar Trophies, JPO expenses and other incidental expenses. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Tatsuo Nakamura, President, Palolo Lions Club, 3920 Kilauea Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96816;
Monetary gift to McKinley High School of $1,000 to be used to support the various activities generated by McKinley's UNI-CLUB. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Cora Telleze, Regional President, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, 711 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, Hawaii 96813;
Monetary gifts to Likelike Elementary School of $500 from Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and $500 from Bank of Hawaii to be used for the Science Fair. Letters of appreciation are to be sent to: Kelli Ebata - Public Affairs, Chevron U.S.A. Products Co., 1001 Bishop Street, Pauahi Tower Suite 1000, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813; and Pauline Worsham - Asst. VP & Manager, Community Relations, Bank of Hawaii, P. O. Box 2900, Honolulu, Hawaii 96846;
Monetary gift to William Paul Jarrett Elementary School of $3,000 to be used for Ho'olaule'a Mini Courses and Program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Clifford Shin, 969 Waiholo Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96821;
Monetary gift to Moanalua Elementary School to assist their general school program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Stanley Rossie, Vice President, Mundy Hawaii DBA Tony Roma's, 1833 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 512, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815;
Monetary gift to Aiea High School of $500 to assist in their alternative afterschool/weekend program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Rep Tom Okamura, State Office Tower, 235 S. Beretania Street, Room 1201, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813;
Various monetary gifts to Haleiwa Elementary School totaling $3,415. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mrs. Gracie Cazimero, President, Ohana 'O Haleiwa PTA, c/o Haleiwa Elementary School, 66-505 Haleiwa Road, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712;
Monetary gift to Mililani Waena Elementary School of $4,088 to assist in their
general school program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Jennifer
Thomas, President, Mililani Waena PTG, c/o Mililani Waena Elementary School,
95-502 Kigapa Drive, Mililani, Hawaii 96789;
Gifts to Mililani High School of $500 from Marian's to be used toward a scholarship fund: and a lawnmower valued at $520 from Garrick's for the custodians. Letters of appreciation are to be sent to: Mr. James Harada, Owner, Marian Harada Enterprises, MARIAN'S, P. O. Box 370, Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786; and Mr. Garrick Yanabu, Owner, Garrick's, 36 N. Kam Hwy., Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786;
Monetary gift to Nanakuli High and Intermediate School of $6,000 to enhance the school's educational programs, A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Sanjiro Nakade, Kabushiki Kaisha Oban, 1440 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 915, Honolulu. Hawaii 96814;
Monetary gift Wahahole Elementary Sghool to be used for the 6th grade Career Fair. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mrs. Laurie Forbes, President, Waiahole Elementary School Ohana, 48-215 Waiahole Valley Road, Kaneohe Hawaii 96744;
Monetary gifts to James B. Castle high School of $1,000 for Interact scholarships
and $1,000 for Interact Club activities. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to:
Kaneohe Rotary Club, 45-1001 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744;
Monetary gift to Waiahole Elementany School of $1,000 to be used students as needed. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Reverend and Mrs. Abraham Akau, Divinity Christian Fellowship, 51-118A Kamehameha Highway, Kaaawa, Hawaii 96730;
Monetary gift to Baldwin High School of $1,000 to be used for two (2) $500 scholarships. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Donald M. Yamaguchi, M.D., 16020 So. Western Avenue, Suite 104, Gardena, California 90247;
Monetary gift to Baldwin High School of $4,000 to be used for eight (8) $500 Herbert P. Brook Memorial Scholarships. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mrs. Ollie Brook, c/o Mr. Robert P. Vossler, CPA, 5332 Harbor Street, City of Commerce, California 90040;
Monetary gift to Maui High School of $500 to purchase savings bonds for the students involved in Star Serve. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Scott Shirai, Director of Community Relations, Hawaiian Electric Industries Charitable Foundation, P.O. Box 730, Honolulu, Hawaii 96808-0730;
Monetary gift of $1,500 to Waiakea High School to be used for scholarships. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Van Cleave, P. O. Box 339, Kurtistown, Hawaii 96760;
Gift to Wapahu High School of a rotary lawnmower at a cost of $529 to be used to maintain the school campus lawn. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Garrick's, 36 N. Kamehameha Highway, Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786;
Monetary gift to Waipahu High School of $5,000 to be used for the science, math, band and campus improvement projects. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Calvin Kawamoto, Vice President, Waipahu Community Foundation, c/o Waipahu Cultural Garden Park, P. O. Box 103, Waipahu, Hawaii 96797;
Monetary gift to Waipahu High School of $500 for the school's Wood Shop class.
A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mrs. Susan T. Matsushima, Vice President
& General Manager, Aloha Pacific Farms, Inc., 51-170 Kamehameha Highway,
Kaaawa, Hawaii 96730;
Gift to Waipahu High School of a light table at a cost of $1,500 (20 years ago) to
be used by the Fine Arts students for photo negatives, drawings, etc. A letter of
appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Shirlie Katzsenberger, Marketing Service
Manager, Hawaii Newspaper Agency, 605 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, Hawaii
96801;
Gift to Mokulele Elementary School of a set of prints valued at $600. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. and Mrs. Howard Green, Owners, Pacific Island Arts Gallery, 841 Bishop Street, Suite 155, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813;
Monetary gift to Mokulele Elementary School, gifts of computer hardware and software and prizes totaling $6,765 to assist in their general school program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Doris Thompson, President, Mokulele School P.T.A., c/o Mokulele Elementary School, 1304 14th Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96818;
Gift to Leeward District High Schools of ninety-five (95) copies of Lotus Spreadsheet Software (Version 2.2) at a cost of $29,610. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Millicent Yamamoto, Decision Support Analyst, Pacific Resources, Inc., 733 Bishop Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813;
Gifts to Wilson Elementary School to be used by the faculty, staff and students of monetary, supplies and equipment valued at $26,490:
Computer Equipment (library) - $5,210.00
Macintosh computers - $7,316.40
Printers - $1,107.00
Software - $565.00
Supplementary tests and scoring - $2,808.00
Reimbursement for staff expenses - $3,350.00
Monies for student activities - $3,056.00
Library books - $1,244.00
PA system speakers - $1,834.00
A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mrs. Rhonda Sato, President, Friends of Wilson PTO, c/o 4945 Kilauea Avenue, Honolulu. Hawaii 96816;
Gift to Kaahumanu Elementary School of 60 ceiling fans valued at $17,686.85. including labor and installation. to be placed in the classrooms. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Gwen Hirata, PTO President, c/o Kaahumanu EIementary School, 1141 Kinau Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96814;
Gift to Hickam Elementary School of a computer and printer valued at $4,235 to assist in their general school program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Karen Mendez, President, Hickam Elementary PTA, c/o Hickam Elementary School, Manzelman Circle, Honolulu, Hawaii 96818;
Gift to Scott Elementary School of a computer system with assorted accessories and software totaling $1,500 to assist in their general school program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. James McKov, 94-326 Pauwala Place, Mililani, Hawaii 96789;
Gift to Moanalua Elementary School of easel set kits valued at $824.31 to assist in their general school program. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mrs. Arlene Iwano. President, Moanalua Elementary School PTA, c/o Moanalua Elementary School, 1337 Mahiole Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819;
Gift to Heeia Elementary School of one (1) slide for the school's playground valued at $3,800. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Lisa Austell, President, Heeia Elementary PTA, 46-137 Hinapu Street, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744;
Gift to Ahuimanu Elementary School of a Maclntosh IC III computer valued at $1,642.16 for instructional use in the classroom. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Doreen Yamashiro, Advisor, Ahuimanu Elementary School Student Council, 47-470 Hui Aeko Place, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744;
Gift to Ahuimanu Elements School of eight. (8) IBM PC computers valued at
$4,000 for instructional use in the classroom. A letter of appreciation is to be sent
to: Mr. Dick Burson, Dole Fresh Fruit Company, 801 Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu,
Hawaii 96817;
Gift to Waiahole Elementary School of ninety (90) "Legends from Tales of the Menehune" books valued at $672 for fourth grade students. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Julie Williams, Director, Kamehameha Schools, Kapalama Heights, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817;
Gift to Olomana School of various office furniture totaling in value of $1,900. A
letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Richard Char, Vice President, Property
Management, Bank of America, Hawaii, P. O. Box 539, Honolulu, Hawaii 96809;
Gift to Benjamin Parker Elementary School of a Mac LC II computer with monitor, valued at $1,200, for the school's local network area. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. Ray Sanborn, President, Kama'aina Care, 45-955 Kamehameha Highway, Suite 205, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744;
Gift to Waimanalo Elementary and Intermediate School of a Macintosh Classic II computer valued at $1,000 for instructional use. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mrs. Hazel Zablan, President, Waimanalo Elementary and Intermediate Ohana, c/o 41-1330 Kalanianaole Highway, Waimanalo, Hawaii 96795;
Gift to Maui Community School for Adults of thirty (30) desks valued at $1,950 to enhance the learning environment for program participants. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to Mr. James Viela, Liaison, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Inc., 1100 Ward Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96814;
Gift for Maui District Special Education program of one Apple lIe computer CPU 128K with monitor 11, disk drive and one Imagewriter dot matrix printer with super serial card, valued at $1,000. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to: Mr. David M. Ohta, 2678 Akalani Loop, Pukalani, Hawaii 96788; and,
Gift to Lihikai School of the Phase I, K-1 playground equipment valued at $21,097.26. A letter of appreciation is to be sent to Ms. Naomi Enomoto, PTA President, 335 S. Papa Avenue, Kahului, Hawaii 96732.
The motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Mr. McMillen and seconded by Dr. Fox that the Board approve acceptance of the following gifts totaling $7,500, as recommended by the State Librarian:
Gift to the Hawaii State Library of specially constructed display panels at a cost
of $5,000, to exhibit the Freedom Shrine documents for public viewing. A letter of
appreciation is to be sent to: Ms. Pauline Worsham, Vice President, Community
Relations Department, Bank of Hawaii, P. O. Box 2900, Honolulu, Hawaii 96846;
Gift to the Hawaii State Library of the Freedom Shrine Documents for public
display and $1,000 to help defray the cost of the program dedication. Letters of
appreciation will be sent to: Mr. Ed Kemper, President, and Mr. Art Taniguchi,
Committee Chairman, Downtown Exchange Club, 737 Bishop Street, Suite 1455,
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813;
Monetary gift of $1,000 to the Hawaii State Library. A letter of appreciation will be
sent to Mr. Kenneth Holfman, 435 Seaside Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96830-0673; and,
Monetary gift of $500 to the Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped in memory of Florence Pinkerton. A letter of appreciation will be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Robert A Mitchell Jr., P.O. Box 298, Volcano, Hawaii 96785-0298.
The motion carried unanimously.
E. SCBM Status
1. Approval of Ala Wai, Kekaha, Pope, Waimalu, Mililani-Uka and Kamaile Elementary; Dole Intermediate; and Mililani High SCBM Proposals to Implement (Student Affairs Committee)
It was moved by Ms. Smith and seconded by Mr. Nakano that the Board approve Ala Wai Elementary, Waimalu Elementary, Pope Elementary, Mililani-Uka Elementary, Kekaha Elementary, Kamaile Elementary, Dole Intermediate and Mililani High's proposals to implement.
The motion carried unanimously.
VI. Communications
Chairperson Hartmann notified Board members that recommendations on waivers and exceptions will be worked with a limited turn-around time by committee for the upcoming August 19th meeting. She suggested Board members review the recommendations and have their questions answered prior to the Board meeting.
A motion was made by Mr. McMillen and seconded by Mr. Nakano to add to the agenda two resolutions for discussion and approval as item VIII.C.2.
The motion carried.
Mrs. Miura distributed evaluations of the Board's workshop and requested that Board members fill them out.
VII. Reports
A. Superintendent/State Librarian
Superintendent Toguchi referred to his report folder and reviewed the Update (Exhibit 1); memoranda and letters for information and responses to Board members requests and concerns.
Hawaii District Superintendent, Dr. Alan Garson, reported an update regarding the media coverage of incidents concerning Konawaena High School's "Race to the Sun" solar car competition that took place in Australia.
State Librarian Kane's report pertained to: the Governor's memo regarding the supplementary budget; application for a one-time federal grant to establish a National Center for Literacy and Learning Disabilities; and the progress of the self-directed work team and the call for pilot sites, requesting committee assignment for other considerations concerning Project Slimmer as well. Lastly, Mr. Kane reminded Board members that they have been invited to the four institute days to be held in August.
B. Board Committees
Mr. McMillen reported that the Hawaiian Education Committee is embarked on a study mission relative to whether the Immersion Program should be expanded. A meeting has been scheduled for August 27 of the advisory councils on Hawaiiana and will report back to the Board in September.
Mrs. Matsumoto reported that the Committee on Special Education and Special Services met and approved for recommendation to the full Board revisions to Chapter 36.
Dr. Fox reported the Committee on Curriculum Instruction received the Department's recommendations for the Community-Sponsored Activities.
VIII. Recommendations for Action
A. Committee Recommendations
1. Approval to Renovate Special Education Class at Honokaa High and Elementary School (Committee on Business Services)
It was moved by Mr. Nakano and seconded key Mrs. Apo that the Board
approve the the expenditures to renovate a special education classroom in
Building H at Honokaa High and Elementary School per Act 21 (1993)
[H.B. 1143. S.D.2. H.D. 1. Relating to Public Contracts].
The motion carried unanimously.
2. Approval of Recommended Appointments to the State Advisory Council for Adult and Community Education (Committee on Adult, Community & Early Childhood Education)
It was moved by Mr. McMillen and seconded by Mr. Nakano that the Board approve the appointments of Fran Kitagawa, Robert Kakiuchi, and Saxon Nishioka, and the reappointment of Laurene Oride to the State Advisory Council for Adult and Community Education, effective immediately.
The motion carried unanimously.
3. Approval of the Establishment of and Recommended Appointments to the Incentive and Innovation Grant Review Panel (Committee on Curriculum and Instruction)
It was moved by Dr. Fox and seconded by Mrs. Miura that the Board approve the appointments of Debra Nakama (Parent), Lea Cuevo (Student), MaryAnn Kadooka (Teacher), Blanche Suga (Teacher), Benjamin Lapilio (Principal), Dr. Elizabeth Ayson (Principal), Kazumi Ishihiro (School Support Staff), Harris Hirata (Business Person), and Lt. Donna Vaught (Military Person) to the Incentive and Innovation Grant Panel, effectively immediately, for a term of two years.
The motion carried unanimously,
4. Re-affirmation of BOE Approved Changes to Regulations 4540.1, Graduation
and Related (Committee on Curriculum and Instruction)
It was moved by Dr. Fox and seconded by Mr. Nakano to postpone item VIII.A.4. to next Board of Education meeting.
The motion carried.
B. Unfinished Business
None.
C. New Business
1. Approval of Proposed BOE Committee Assignment Schedule (BOE Chairperson)
It was moved by Mrs. Miura and seconded by Mr. Sakurai that the Board approve the proposed revisions to the 1992-1993 BOE Committee Assignment Schedule, dated July 29, 1993.
The motion carried unanimously.
2. Board of Education Resolutions
It was moved by Mr. McMillen and seconded by Mr. Sakurai to approve the resolutions.
The motion carried.
IX. Concerns/Future Agenda Items
Mr. Nakano received a letter from Dennis Mateo, Chair of the Maui District School Advisory Council, who requested an increase in their budget. He would appreciate if the Superintendent and the Librarian would submit written information or reports to the Board members as to how they determine the allocation for Maui District for the LAC and SAC.
Mr. McMillen stated two concerns. One is to settle the issue of legal counsel for the Kewalo project for McKinley High School. He thinks they should settle this matter once and for all. If the AG's office is in conflict, then they should allow the Board to hire outside counsel. Second, they should help with the Kewalo project if the Board feels they belong there.
Mrs. Hartmann agreed there is a problem with the lawyer/client relationship.
Dr. Fox requested that Mrs. Hartmann include in the discussion the attorney/client relationship between the Deputy AG and the Board, with particular emphasis on the question of confidentiality.
Mr. McMillen stated they are beginning to divide up the 3,000 acres at Barbers Point. There is a school at that location and it could be lost unless the Board steps in. He would like the Superintendent to take a look at this matter to protect the school.
In response to Mr. McMillen, Mr. Toguchi stated they have looked at this matter. If there's still housing there, then they won't lose any student population. The Department will certainly stay on top of this issue.
Dr. Fox is concerned about how the Department calculates the high school drop out rate. It appears they only count the seniors who drop out of school. However, kids do drop out in the 9th, 10th, and 11th grade.
In response to Dr. Fox, Mr. Toguchi stated it has been difficult to capture that kind of information. The ultimate solution will be the student information system and the Department is having a hard time tracking students because some of the students are part of the military community, some just leave, and some students transfer to private schools.
Dr. Fox is most uncomfortable about comments made by a member of the public about him as a member of the Board. The Chair or the members of his committee did not make any comments about this incident. He was profoundly offended not only by the license taken by the individual, who is not a member of the Board, but also by the absence of any comments by his colleagues in the defense of one of their Board members. Regardless of his point of view, he would not tolerate something like that if it were directed toward another Board member.
Mrs. Hartmann stated she will seriously consider what Dr. Fox has said and appreciated him bringing this to the Board's attention.
X. Adjournment
It was moved by Mr. McMillen and seconded that the meeting be adjourned.
The motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 11:28 p.m,
Submitted for Approval
CHARLES T. TOGUCHI
Superintendent
Approved by the Board
DEBI HARTMANN
Chairperson