St. John the Baptist Parish School District

The committee meeting agenda includes a request for approval of a partnership between Care Eleven and St. John the Baptist Parish Schools for the upcoming school year.

The meeting involves the review and recommendation of a new Records Retention policy. Additionally, various Head Start Preschool policies are up for consideration, including a new Child Abuse and Neglect Policy, revisions to policies regarding photographing and video recording, standards of conduct, diapering, nutrition, and personnel, as well as the implementation of new procedures for addressing concerns during diapering and changing.

The committee meeting addressed several facility projects, including the acceptance of a Substantial Completion Certificate for HVAC improvements at the Fifth Ward Academy Building and approval of change orders for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing projects at John L. Ory and East St. John High School. Furthermore, the agenda included requests to extend contracts for remediation, disaster management recovery services, and waste control. The committee also considered the advertisement for athletic equipment and uniform suppliers, alongside proposed changes for the address and official renaming of the new central office.

The agenda includes executive sessions to discuss prospective litigation regarding an auto liability claim and collective bargaining strategy with the local educator association. Other key topics involve requests to advertise for various services such as ground maintenance, pest control, office supplies, plumbing, and welding. Bid awards for child nutrition services for the upcoming school year will be considered. Additionally, the board will address policy changes, budget updates, and the acceptance of substantial completion certificates for several school facility projects including track resurfacing, security lighting, HVAC improvements, and locker room renovations. Recommendations for maintenance and service contract awards, including camera maintenance and locksmith services, will also be reviewed, along with a proposal for a maintenance vehicle purchase.

The committee meeting featured a presentation by the Gallagher team regarding the 2025 year-end review and benchmark data. Additionally, an overview of the implementation and utilization of the Access2Day program was provided.