AGENDA JOINT MEETING OCTOBER 16, 2023 1. 2. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER. PRESENTATION OF DRAFT COUNTYLINE MERGER TRANSITION: PLAN BY DR. ANDREW BRYAN, EDGECOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC: SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT AND DR. STEVE ELLIS, NASH COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLSSUPERINTENDENT. OPEN DISCUSSION. ADJOURN MEETING. 3. 4. Memorandum To: From: Date: Re: Board of Commissioners Eric Evans, County Manager E 10/10/23 EigecombeCounty Draft Countyline Merger Transition Plan Attached for your review is the Countyline Merger Transition Plan, which is due for submission to the NC State Board of Education on November 15, 2023. You will see that the plan is in two parts detailing the respective sides of the merger for each school You will hear a presentation of the plan from Dr. Andrew Bryan, ECPS superintendent, and Dr. Steve Ellis, NCPS Superintendent at our joint meeting. You will also have the opportunity to give To give you adequate time to process the proposed plan, we will not ask you to adopt the plan at this meeting. All four Boards are asked to consider adopting a resolution to approve the plan at system. feedback and to ask questions. your regularly scheduled meeting in November. OFFICE OE THE COUNTY 1 MANAGER Countyline Merger Transition Plan - Draft Part I Edgecombe County Schools OMBE ECPS Futues Pimagined IBLIC SCHOOL SB 248 PLAN OF TRANSFER EDGECOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS November 15, 2023 1 Plan of Transfer Draft as of10/10/23 Edgecombe County Public Schools Presented to: Edgecombe County Board of Education Edgecombe County County Commissioners Nash County Board of Education Nash County Board of Commissioners Edgecombe County Board of Education Edgecombe County County Commissioners Nash County Board of Education Nash County Board of Commissioners Table of Contents: Presented by: Plan of Transfer Overview pp. 2-5 Employment of Personnel pp. 5-7 Child Nutrition pp. 10-11 Transportation pp. 11-13 Facilities pp. 13-14 Technology: Security pp. 14 Conclusion pp. 18 Preparation of Budgets /Funds. Contracts. Obligations. Assets. and Liabilities pp. 7-9 School configuration & Student Assignment pp. 9-10 lechnology Infrastructure and Equipment pp. 14-15 Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Supports Services pp. 16-17 2 Plan of Transfer Overview Requirements of NC Senate Bill 248 Edgecombe County Public Schools (ECPS) serves the needs of over 5,400 students in grades Pre-K through 13. Effective July 1, 2024, ECPS will welcome all students who reside in Edgecombe County but currently attend Nash County Public Schools (NCPS). The goal oft this Plan of Transfer is to provide a written plan and response to General Assembly of! North Carolina Senate Bill 248, requiring that the boundaries of the NCPS shall be identical to the boundaries of Nash County and further stating that any territory that was previously part of NCPS that is located outside of the boundaries of Nash County shall be annexed to the school The ECPS Plan of Transfer coalesces with the NCPS Plan of Transfer, and the joint plans were submitted concurrently to the school boards and county commissions of Nash and Edgecombe administrative unit of the county in which the territory is located. Counties by both superintendents on or before November 15, 2023. ECPS Transition Planning Team Leadership The superintendents of ECPS and NCPS have formed aj joint Merger Transition Team composed of leaders from both the Edgecombe and Nash County Public School systems. The ECPS Transition Team leaders are as follows: Dr. Andy Bryan, Superintendent of Edgecombe County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Andy Bryan serves as the transition leader for ECPS during andi following the merger. He collaborates with the ECPS Board of Education to set the vision for the merger process and ensures that all merder-related activities are researched, identified, disseminated, Mr. Ronnie Sharpe serves as Executive Director for Transition and Redesign for ECPS. Hei is charged with collaborating with the superintendent and stakeholders to develop a vision and action plan fors successfully transitioning NCPS students livingi in Edgecombe County into ECPS. Mr. Sharpe works with members of the ECPS and NCPS transition teams to implement strategies designed to elevate and accelerate academic achievement, enhance social and emotional growth, and spread a culture of strategic risk-taking and innovation throughout the ECPS and Edgecombe County community by establishing trust through transparency, information sharing, stakeholder participation, and a comprehensive communications effort. Dr. Charlene Pittman, Assistant superintendent for Human Resource Services Dr. Charlene Pittman manages allt transition-related efforts related to personnel and child nutrition. In her role with ECPS, Dr. Pittman oversees employment benefits, teacher support, classified staff support, licensure, employee benefits, worker's compensation, substitutes, volunteers, recruitment and hiring, and performance management programs. Dr. Pittman and assigned and completed. Ronnie Sharpe, Executive Director for Transition and Redesign 3 her counterparts in NCPS are working together to create a positive and supportive work transition and recruitment process, and concurrently develop an environment that fosters the Erin Swanson, Assistant Superintendent for Innovation and Strategic Planning Ms. Erin Swanson collaborates with the ECPS transition team to develop a comprehensive merger strategy that aligns with the current ECPS Graduate Aims and strategic plan. She supports the team to work in collaboration with the community to determine the optimal configuration of schools and to design school models that align with student needs and Dr. Michael A. Myrick, Deputy Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer Dr. Michael A. Myrick works in collaboration with the ECPS and NCPS Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Support Services teams to manage all transition-related activities in ECPS. Ms. Dena R. Howell serves as the senior-level administrator responsible for managing all financial aspects oft the ECPS district operations. Throughout the transition, Ms. Howell and her team work collaboratively with the NCPS finance team to identify, clarify and transition NCPS's investments, debt obligations, and related matters. The ECPS finance department ensures ECPS's compliance with district, state, and federal regulations, maintaining the financial health Jessica Parker, Jeanes Fellow & Susan Hoke, Communications Coordinator The ECPS merger communications team, led by Ms. Jessica Parker and Mrs. Susan Hoke, in collaboration with their counterparts in NCPS, has developed two-way communication strategies designed to address the specific needs and concerns of each respective East Rocky Mount and Edgecombe County stakeholder group. This team has evaluated and is seeking to utilize the most efficient and effective communication channels available in order to reach the multitude of community constituents who are impacted by the merger. Communication strategies include, but are not limited to: community outreach information sessions, newsletters, student mailings, welcome packets, empathyi interviews, in-person meetings, ECPS and NCPS school district website postings, social media, email updates, and mobile apps. Ms. Parker and Mrs. Hoke are also working collaboratively with Ms. Rhonda Wainwright, ECPS Transportation Director, to professional growth of all incoming ECPS employees. community interests. Dena R. Howell, Finance Officer and integrity of the school system. Co-Leads, Communications and Transportation manage all merger-related efforts related to student transportation. Transition Planning Team Members The ECPS Transition Leadership Team has formed internal subcommittees to work on specific elements of the plan. ECPS has also convened and consulted with a Community Design Team that represents a diverse group of constituents and supports ongoing merger efforts. Both the ECPS Board of Education and the Edgecombe County Commissioners have been consulted throughout the merger planning process. In addition, the North Carolina Department of Public 4 Instruction (NCDPI) has been an integral part of the planning process. NCDPI staff members will continue to serve as consultants to staff members in both counties throughout the merger process. ECPS Internal Subcommittee Members Dr. Andy Bryan - Superintendent England. Alston Administrative Assistant Dr. Chanda Battle Waters Director of Student Support Services Nai Barnes District PowerSchool Manager/Testing Dr. Robert Batts Director of Secondary Education Dr. Lutashia Dove - Director PreK and Elementary! Education Arlane Gordon-Bray Director of Development, ECPS Educational Foundation Joseph Hayes - Director of Technology Susan Hoke Communications Coordinator Thomas Holland - Executive Director of Testing, Accountability, and Data Analysis Dena Howell- - Director of Finance Ruth McDowell - Director of Child Nutrition Dr. Michael Myrick- Deputy Superintendent Academic Officer Jessica Parker. Jeanes Fellow Amy Pearce - Director of Federal Programs Carlton Perkins - Director of Maintenance Dr. Charlene Pittman Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Services Ronnie Sharpe Executive District Director Transition and Redesign Erin Swanson Assistant Superintendent of Innovation and Strategic Planning Meagan Sykes - Director of Exceptional Programs Rhonda Wanngnt-Tansportation Supervisor Rocky Mount Community Design Team Dorean Nunery- Rocky Mount Citizen Dr. Kelsey Ballard Principal, West Edgecombe Middle School Erin Brewer. Barnhill Contracting Company Josie Davis - Former Principal, ECPS Tomah Dozier East Rocky Mount Parent Eric Evans - County Manager, Edgecombe County Yolanda Ray-Henderson- - Counselor, West Edgecombe Middle School Rev. Richard Joyner- - Rocky Mount City Council Dr. Gregory McLeod - President, Edgecombe Community College Tial Lucas - Community Stakeholder Lisal Meadows - Former Educator, ECPS Tiffany! Mercer. Assistant Principal, Stocks Elementary School Millicent Ruffin- - Corning Inc. Khira Young Edgecombe County Parent Stacey' Young-Edgecombe County Parent 5 Rev. Thomas L. Walker, Jr. - Rocky Mount City Council Lashonda Washington- - Chair, Nash County Board of Education Dr.E Evelyn Wilson - Chair, Edgecombe County Board of Education Legal Support Tharrington Smith Law Firm, LLC Lawrence Armstrong, Armstrong Law PLLC Edgecombe County Board of Education Dr. Evelyn Shaw Wilson- - District 1, Chair Mrs. Lillie Worsley District 2 Dr. Evelyn. Johnson District 3 Mr. William Ellis - District 4, Vice-Chair Mrs. Ann R.I Kent- - District 5 Rev. Raymond Privott - District 6 Mrs. Jewel Calhoun - District7 Edgecombe County Board of Commissioners Leonard Wiggins - District: 3, Chair Evelyn Powell - District1 1 Viola Harris - District2 George Thorne - District 4 Ralph Webb - District 5 Donald C. Boswell - District 6 Rev. Wayne Hines - District 7 Employment of Personnel ECPS is working in collaboration with NCPS to review the existing contracts and employment agreements of the personnel int the four schools being acquired by ECPS on July 1, 2024: Baskerville Elementary, D. S. Johnson Elementary, Fairview Elementary and Parker Middle School. ECPS willl host a series of ECPS/NCPS recruitment events for encouraging and determining personnel interested in employment with ECPS. ECPS will share an understanding of the terms and conditions of employment, including any provisions related to transfers or changes in employment: status, beginning September 27, 2023. Assessing Staffing Needs ECPS will evaluate the staffing needs of the newly acquired NCPS sites that will be merging and transitioning into ECPS. The ECPS Human Resources department will determine staff positions that are essential and identify any redundancies or gaps. This internal assessment willl help guide the decision-making processes for personnel employment. ECPS will conduct ar meticulous examination of the staffing requirements at 6 our newly acquired transition school sites of Baskerville Elementary, D.S. Johnson Elementary, Fairview Elementary, and Parker Middle schools. Additionally, ECPS will implement the configuration model chosen byt the ECBOE and the East Rocky Mount community as we concurrently merge approximately 120 current eighth graders (future 2024 incoming freshmen high school students who attend a variety of NCPS sites) into ECPS. ECPS will adhere to our internal ericlengyleffectiveness model based on student enrollment, building capacity inherent with ECPS's needs-Dased methodologies, andi its Mission, Vision, and' Values. These remedies include but are not limited to identifying the number of administrators, teachers student/teacher ratios), support staff, specialists, and other personnel needed to accommodate our incoming Edgecombe County ECPS will collaborate with NCPS to obtain an updated listing of the number of students who are currently assigned to the aforementioned. schools and other students who currently reside in Edgecombe County and are attending NCPS. The NCPS Human Resources department will collaborate with ECPS to identify and share additional provisions required for the development of an efficient and effective implementation of the plan through joint Transition Team planning efforts beginning September 27, 2023 students currently served byl NCPS. and throughout the transition process. Reviewing Existing Contracts NCPS will provide al list of staff currently assigned to schools with personnel information such as names, employee's current positions/titles, contract terms, etc. according to S 160A-168. NCPS will also provide al list of students attending Baskerville Elementary, D.S. Johnson Elementary, Fairview Elementary, and Parker Middle School who currently qualify for special programming such as Exceptional Children, Academically. & Intellectually Gifted, English Learners, etc. by October 30, 2023. Transfer and Placement ECPS/NCPS will share the reapplication process fort teachers and staff members beginning on September 27, 2023, and extending throughout the merger process. The ECPS Human Resources department will collaborate with their counterparts in NCPS to obtain the necessary information to support the communication with staff who may bei interested in remaining at their current school of assignment. The ECPS Human Resources department will demonstrate transparency with regards to the elements which constitute the ECPS transition plan for recruitment, hiring and onboarding, beginning on September 27, 2023 and throughout the transition process. ECPS will ensure that thet transferred personnel meet the qualifications and certifications required byt the state of North Carolina for both classified and certified staff. This may involve verifying credentials and providing necessary guidance, training, or support. Qualifications and Certifications 7 Contracts and Agreements Benefits and Compensation New contracts and/or agreements may need to be negotiated, beginning November 15, 2023. ECPS will consider thei impact of the merger on benefits and compensation for newly-hired personnel across all departments. ECPS will assess the difference in pay scales for all roles by November 30, 2023, aiming to enhance our competitive recruitment efforts. This assessment willi involve ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of benefits, pending the advice of legal counsel. Training and Support ECPS will provide ongoing training and support to personnel during and preceding the transition period, beginning on or before July 1,2 2024. These processes mayi include but are not limited to: onentation/onboaring sessions, professional development opportunities, and mentoring programs. ECPS will provide assistance and support for newly hired personnel with regard to understanding and learning the various aspects of ECPS policies, procedures, goals and objectives, and expectations.. All training willl bei in collaboration with the Curriculum, Instruction and Student Support Services Team. Preparation of Budgets & Funds, Contracts, Obligations, Assets, Liabilities After November 15, 2023, ongoing discussions will continue to occur regarding additional local budgetary considerations. Edgecombe County's Funding Commitment for County-Line Merger Edgecombe County will pay current expense funds to Nash County Schools for Edgecombe residents remaining in Nash County Schools in an amount equal to Edgecombe County's per pupil allocation to Edgecombe County Schools multiplied by the number of Edgecombe students in Nash County Schools. Thet total amount appropriated will decrease as each remaining class graduates. Edgecombe County will not pay any difference in the per pupil allocation between Edgecombe and Nash counties, also known as the current expense gap. Edgecombe County will no longer appropriate funds to Nash County for debt service. Edgecombe County will no longer appropriate annual capital funds tol Nash Nash County Schools will not charge tuition fort those students from Edgecombe County who remain in Nash County high schools through school year 2026-2027. County Schools. Budget Transfer Process 8 ECPS willi identify and address all legal and regulatory requirements and framework governing the transfer of assets and budgets between the two school districts. ECPS will ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. ECPS will collaborate with NCPS and create a timeline and action steps for merging the respective budgets and transferring all assets from the NCPS to ECPS by. July 1, 2024. ECPS will align accounting systems using standardized financial processes, and will allocate resources based on the needs oft the ECPS school district. Transfer and Acquisition of Assets As of October 9, 2023, ECPS and NCPS are working in collaboration with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and the US Department of Education (USDOE) to determine the reasonable fair market value of the assets and how ECPS will acquire selected assets. Several approaches to acquiring these assets are actively being The aforementioned assets include the transfer of the real property from the four NCPS schools (Baskerville Elementary, D. S. Johnson Elementary, Fairview Elementary and Parker Middle), the Teacher Resource Center, and the Child Nutrition Center to the ECPS school district by. July 1, 2024, or sooner, as determined by the ECPS and NCPS superintendents. Specifically, these assets include real property, furnishings and improvements, encumbered and unencumbered property, equipment, buses, band and sports equipment, textbooks, otheri instructional materials, and library resources, computers, and supplies, funds, contracts, obligations, assets, and liabilities, and other tangible or appropriate assets, subject or function relevant to the area to be transferred. ECPS and NCPS superintendents, finance officers, attorneys, and Boards of Education will review all contracts, agreements, and legal obligations associated with the transferring schools and determine the necessary: steps to transfer or terminate these contracts, ensuring pursued. Legal and Contractual Obligations compliance with legal requirements. Staff Training ECPS will provide training and support to staff members involved in financial management and asset transfer processes to ensure they are familiar with the new budgeting systems and understand their roles and responsibilities during the merger transition process. Monitoring and Evaluating ECPS and NCPS have established aj joint collaborative monitoring and evaluation system to track the financial aspects of the merger and identify any issues, barriers, questions or concerns, and potential challenges. The Transition Team will regularly review the effectiveness off financial reports, asset utilization, and stakeholder feedback during our bi-weekly Transition Team Meetings in order to make any necessary adjustments. Closeout Process 9 Once the merger has been successfully completed andi implemented, ECPS and NCPS will finalize all financial transactions, close out accounts, and ensure. all outstanding obligations are settled by. July 1,2024 or sooner, as determined by the ECPS and NCPS superintendents and ECPS and NCPS will conduct a final audit to ensure accuracy and compliance by, July 1, 2024. respective Boards of Education. School Configuration & Student Assignment Student Assignment Students livingi in Edgecombe County who are eligible for NC Pre-K during the 2024-2025 school year will have the opportunity to apply for al Pre-K seati in ECPS. Pre-K seats will be determined by student eligibility and the availability of space that Students livingi in Edgecombe County but currently attending NCPS, and assigned by NCPS to grades Kindergarten through 9th for the 2024-2025 school year, will attend school in the ECPS public school district beginning in August of 2024. These students will remain ini the ECPS school district fort the remainder of their PK-13 educational experience unless withdrawn via the ECPS) withdrawal process. Students livingi in Edgecombe County but currently attending NCPS, and assigned by NCPS to grades 10, 11, 12, and 131 for the 2024-2025 school year, willl have the opportunity to attend their respective Legacy School placementi in the NCPS for the 2024-2025 school year and for the remainder of their PK-13 educational experience, unless withdrawn viai the NCPS withdrawal process. Students in grades 10, 11, and 12 who elect to enroll in an ECPS school will be assigned to North Edgecombe High Rising PK-9th grade students living in Edgecombe County but currently attending NCPS, and assigned byl NCPS to alternative placements for the 2023-2024 school year, will be assessed and placed in the appropriate setting by the ECPS Curriculum, Instruction, and Students with unique circumstances willl be handled on a case-by-case basis by both meets state NC-Pre-K regulations. School. Student Support Services team during the summer of 2024. school districts. Recommended School Configuration After seeking inputf from a variety ofs stakeholders, the ECPS Board of Education has determined the following school configuration for the 2024-2025 school year. This is the school configuration inj place for the 2023-24 school year. Rocky Mount Merger Schools Rocky Mount Merger Schools 10 Feeder Pattern A Feeder Pattern B (Pre-KA pending) Fairview Elementary! School: Grades PK-2 Baskerville Elementary Schoo!: Grades K-5 D.S. Johnson Elementary School: Grades 3-5 Parker Middle School: Grades 6-8 9th Grade Student Center: Grade 9 Parker Middle School: Grades 6-8 9th Grade Student Center: Grade 9 Students will be assigned to schools using the attendance boundaries set by NCPS Edgecombe County students who attended other NCPS schools in 2023-24 willl be assigned to either Feeder Pattern. A or B, as determined by the ECPS student services, during the 2023-24 school year. accountability, and transportation departments. Student Records Transfers PowerSchool Enrollment will support NCPS to transfer relevant student records directly Physical cumulative student records for current NCPS students transferring to ECPS will remain in schools where they are housed as of. June 30, 2024, to ber managed by ECPS. Incomplete Read-to-Achieve portfolios for students transferring to ECPS int the fall of 2024 will be clearly marked and lefti int the principals' office ofe each acquired school on to ECPS no later than June 30, 2024. June 30, 2024, to be managed by ECPS. Child Nutrition Meal Service. Assessment Parker Middle School serves approximately 147 lunches per day. Fairview serves approximately 236 lunches daily, Baskerville typically serves approximately 253 lunches daily and D.S. Johnson serves approximately 298 meals daily. Equipment Needs & Transfers ECPS Child Nutrition Department (ECND) collaborated with the NCPS Child Nutrition Department (NCND) to discuss the current equipment condition and children participating in meal service. The ECPS Child Nutrition Director visited the schools to assess the existing equipment. Some equipment will need to be repaired or replaced. ECND will collaborate with NCND to assess the amount ofe equipment transferred and the amount of equipment needed based on projected school enrollment by December ECND will collaborate with NCND and ECPS Maintenance tot transfer physical 30, 2023. 11 equipment to the school sites by August 1, 2024. Facilities ECND will determine the capacity for Parker Middle School to service all projected enrolled students with their alley kitchen by December 30, 2023. ECND will collaborate with NCND tot finalize other facilities-related needs by December 30,2023. Personnel Considerations ECND will collaborate with NCND to determine the number of staffi interested in ECND will determine the number of staff needed at each school site based on projected student enrollment in order tol begin recruitment no later than December 30, 2023. ECND will collaborate with the ECPS Deputy Superintendent to determine if ECND office staff will move to the Rocky Mount office by December 30, 2023. employment in ECND by December 30, 2023, Transportation Acquisition of Buses The successful transfer of transportation assets is vital for the success oft the merger. Currently, NCPS operates ai fleet primarily consisting of 72-passenger buses, and several 65-passenger buses that may require replacement before the beginning oft the 2025-2026 school year. The existing ECPS bus storage andi maintenance facility is designed to accommodate 65-passenger buses. Taking into consideration the expected enrollment of approximately 1400 students in the school district and the size of the maintenance facility, ECPS plans to acquire the number of 65-passenger buses and EC buses which equals the number of buses required to serve the projected number of bus riders livingi in Edgecombe County, as determined by the ECPS Transportation Department. This number could range from 5-2 20 (plus) buses. The ECPS and NCPS transportation directors are working with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) to transfer approximately 20 72-passenger buses from NCPS to another local Public School Unit (PSU). This local PSU will then transfer the appropriate number of 65-passenger buses to ECPS. ECPS and NCPS transportation directors will collaborate to define the necessary procedures for taking possession of the vehicles and equipment by. July 1, 2024. Daily Operations NCPS currently stores buses at a separate location outside of regular weekday driving hours and on weekends. This location is outside of Edgecombe County. 12 ECPS will require a satellite facility in Rocky Mount for bus storage and routine maintenance to promptly respond to emergency: and mechanical issues. The potential options for this location include Baskerville Elementary, DS. Johnson Elementary, the Child Nutrition Warehouse, or the Rocky Mount Incubator site. The selected location for bus storage will need improvements, such as lighting, security cameras, fencing, and essential mechanical equipment to ensure the protection and maintenance of ECPS Transportation Services will collaborate with NCPS and ECPS's PowerSchool Director to receive all student names, grades, school sites, AM/PM stop addresses and their "car, bus, or walker" status for all K-12 students livingi in Edgecombe County attending NCPS by! Nov. 1, 2023. ECPS will use thisi information to begin creating bus routes fort the attendance zones including students who have not previously attended transportation assets before July 1, 2024. one of thet four schools transferring to ECPS. Bus Maintenance The ECPS transportation department collaborated with NCPS and agreed that NCPS will share acopy of all paperwork, Monthly Inspections (MI), Preventative Maintenance (PM), damage repairs, etc. fore each bus being transferred for ECPS' file documentation & history by December 30, 2023. Personnel Considerations Duei to a significant increase in district enrollment combined with an expanded land area, ECPS plans to undergo an organizational: shift in the transportation department by! hiring additional staff during the 2023-2024 school year, andi into the summer of 2024. Hiring before the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year will allow time for bus driver training, mechanic shadowing, and obtaining of certifications that are essential to meeting the transportation demands of the transition. Potential Roles Added in Organizational Shift: 2additional Mechanics (NCDPIsuggests 1 mechanic per: 20 buses. This number includes the current vacant mechanic position and anticipated mechanic vacancy due to the merger) (The exact number of drivers needed will depend on the number of busses at each school and ift there are staggered start times, allowing some drivers to cover 5to 10 additional Bus Drivers (Class A&B) multiple school routes) 1Bus Routing Assistant 1Cost Clerk 1Satellite Bus storage and maintenance facility, with the requisite equipment 45 Bus Coordinators, one for each feeder pattern (North, Tarboro, South, Rocky Mount) 13 Budgetary Concerns ECPS will collaborate with NCPS to assess the difference in pay scales for mechanics and bus drivers, aiming to enhance our competitive recruitment efforts by! November 30, The ECPS transportation department will work alongside the ECPS finance department and NCDPI to confirm the necessary increase in the transportation budget, to bridge the gap iny yearly funding, which is based on the prior year's enrollment figures. This process By November 30, 2023, ECPS transportation services will determine the number of Class A licenses required, and the associated costs for all newly hired' Wrecker and Fuel Truck drivers. Currently, ECPS maintains four certified mechanics holding Class A ECPS transportation services will engage in discussions with the ECPS budget and finance teams in order to determine the potential need for additional transportation maintenance equipment, should none be transferred from NCPS, by October 30, 2023. ECPS transportation services wille engage in discussions with the ECPS and Edgecombe County finance departments to determine fiscal availability of funding to encourage driver recruitment and attainment by increasing salaries by $2.50 per hour for teacher assistants, custodians, and child nutrition specialists who hold a CDL or have an 2023. will be completed by December 1, 2023. licenses. assigned bus route by November 30, 2023.. Facilities Needs Assessment Ac determination will be made on a budget amount available to maintenance personnel fort the transition of each school (contracted labori for movinglassembling, purchasing custodialmaintenance equipment and supplies, landfill cost, rekeying school, etc.). Adetermination will be made regarding the number of additional maintenance employees needed for hire, as well as a projected hiring timeline. A determination will ber made on al budget amount available to maintenance for the transition of each custodian from NCPS to ECPS contingent on how much ECPS's annual maintenance and custodial budget mayi increase. ECPS will determine which contracts to continue and which will be terminated by NCPS ECPS will continue to assess needs to accommodate the transferred facilities and by December 30, 2023. schools. Facilities Transition Plan ECPS will create a comprehensive plan outlining the steps, milestones, and at timeline for the transfer of facilities and schools identifying specific tasks required for the transfer of property and assets, such as logistics, legal considerations, and communication strategies after 14 conferring with the ECPS school board attorney and the ECBOE by. January 31, 2024. ECPS will review and update any facilities-related legal agreements or contracts related to the transfer, and coordinate with relevant governmental agencies and relevant departments Legal and Administrative Considerations including NCDPI to ensure compliance with regulations. Facility Transfer and Renovations ECPS will connect, collaborate and communicate with the ECBOE and its board attorneys in order to execute the receipt of all NCPS facilities located in Edgecombe ECPS will develop a detailed plan for physically transferring equipment, furniture, and resources from the Nash County Public School system to the Edgecombe County Public School system by March 28, 2024, coordinating with moving companies and logistics providers in order to ensure a smooth transition. ECPS will begin any necessary renovations or upgrades to accommodate the transferred facilities by. July 1, 2024. ECPS will communicate the merger to stakeholders and engage the community by continuing the implementation and improvement ofi its existing comprehensive communication plan to inform parents, students, teachers, staff members, and the wider East Rocky Mount and Edgecombe/Nash community about the facilities involved in the County, andi initiate any necessary renovations or upgrades. Communication and Community Engagement merger. Technology: Security Security Cameras & Other Security Equipment OnJuly1,2024, ECPS will acquire security equipment at the NCPS facilities being acquired by ECPS. Technology: Infrastructure and Equipment Infrastructure NCPS will seek to transfer licenses from the four (4) Cisco Meraki Core Routers currently located in each NCPS school, along with access points and switches, that will NCPS will leave all networking equipment in the location where iti is housed as of. June 30, 2024. ECPS will take possession of this equipment via license transfers as of July 1, be acquired by ECPS as of. July 1, 2024. 2024. 15 Fiber ECPS will contract with Brightspeed, the current internet provider, to service the four new schools. If Brightspeed does not have fiber in this area, ECPS will contract with Conterra for these schools. New contract will bei in place by. June 30, 2024. Phones lines. ECPS will reach out to ENCORE, current VOIP provider, to determine cost for adding All Yealink phones located in the four new schools on November 15, 2023 willl bel left in place and acquired by ECPS. ECPS will develop a Yealink phone refresh plan and budget for all sites, as they are approaching end of life. NCPS will cancel alll POT/Fax Lines no later than. June 30, 2024. Devices On. July 1, 2024, devices purchased with state and local funds as of November 15, 2023 will transfer to ECPS with the new: schools. These devices include: Teacher Devices Student Devices Interactive Boards Projectors STEM/Robotic Equipment Administrator Devices (phones, laptops, iPads, etc.) NCPS will provide the ECPS Technology Department with al list of all devices purchased with Federal funds. ECPS will determine which of these devices we wish to acquire. These devices include: Teacher Devices Interactive Boards Projectors STEM/Robotic Equipment Student Devices (will not be supported by Google past 2027) Administrator Devices (phones, laptops, iPads, etc.) Copy Machines ECPS is under Toshiba contract and will add copiers to the acquired schools for the NCPS is under Canon contract; Canon has agreed tor renegotiate the contract nott to include copiers at the 4 schools acquired by ECPS for the 2024-2025 school year. NCPS will provide the ECPS Technology Department with al list of all devices to be transferred. 2024-2025 school year. Professional Development Center Equipment 16 Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Support Services Transition Planning 2024. Calendars The ECPS & NCPS Curriculum and Instruction Teams will meet regularly to ensure a smooth transition, such that the action items detailed below willl be completed on or before June 30, ECPS will attempt to align calendars fori the 2024-25 Academic Year through the 2026-2027 Academic Year, including start/ /end dates and winter/spring breaks. Federal/State Grants ECPS will collaborate with NCPS to gather CEP information and determine CEP Once school configurations are finalized, ECPS will work with NCDPI to determine state and Federal designations, and applicable fiscal impacts. ECPS will meet with NCDPI to eligibility, which will drive Title 1 eligibility. determine qualifications to apply based on school designation. Innovative Partnership Grant (IPG) Comprehensive Support & Improvement (CSI) ECPS will work with NCDPI to determine the CTE allocation. Targeted Support & Improvement- - Additional Targeted Support (TSI-AT) ECPS and NCPS will work with NCDPI and the USDOE to determine whether existing CSI and IPG funds andi instructionaly-related purchases stay with the schools (Federal Restart School Allotted funds) or revert to NCPS. Curriçulum/Curicular Resources & Grading ECPS will review the current NCPS curriculum and resources to determine alignment. Supplemental Core Subscriptions ECPS will determine which curriculum and resources to continue, and identify the ECPS will work with NCPS to review NCPS media resources (subscriptions, books, ECPS will work with NCPS to review NCPS current grading practices. ECPS will work with NCPS to review Professional Development Resources. Career and' Technical Education (CTE) leaders in ECPS will collaborate with NCPS leaders to discuss CTE programming at the middle school level including number of teachers, certifications, equipment, and any curriculum contracts. Joint leaders will collaborate and discuss all relevant issues to ensure efficient and effective programming can continue following the official implementation of the merger on July 1, 2024. funding sources used to purchase the materials. technology, etc.). 17 Exceptional Children and Academically and Intellectually Gifted Programs and Services ECPS/NCPS are currently assessing the special education and academically and intellectually gifted (AIG) programs and services in each school, and collaborating to develop a plan to ensure continuity of services and support for students with special needs during the merger ECPS will evaluate the English language learner support programs in each school and collaborate with NCPS to develop a plan to provide appropriate support and resources for process. English Language Learner Support English language learners during the merger. Student Support Services students during the merger. Extracurricular Programs ECPS will collaborate with NCPS to evaluate student support services including counseling and social work in each school, in order to develop a plan to ensure continuity of support services for ECPS will work with NCPS to review Arts equipment (band, chorus, art, theater arts). ECPS will work with NCPS to review athletic equipment (middle school &. JVI for 9th graders). Summer Programming ECPS will work with NCDPI & NCPS to determine the responsible district for ECPS will work with NCDPI to determine the timing and amount of funding allocation for Read-to-Achieve Camp. the following PRCs: 016-R Read-to-Achieve 085-Literacy Intervention (includes twice retained funding) remediation & retesting (ECPS holds this session in June). CTEprogramming (determine funding amount). ECPS will work with NCDPI & NCPS to determine the responsible district fors summer ECPS will work with NCDPI & NCPS in spring 20241 to determine who can participate in 18 Conclusion Byf following this detailed Written Plan of Transfer thati includes specific action steps and a flexible timeline, ECPS and NCPS will address the mandated components contained in SB: 248 and its requirement fors submission of aj joint Written Plan of Transfer to alli four Boards for Effective communication and collaboration between NCPS and ECPS are crucial in order to ensure a successful transition and transfer of assigned students and families, assets and liabilities, staff, property, equipment, material and supplies. Our respective units will continue to conduct regular meetings, and provide updates regarding our progress to our combined communities. We eagerly await the opportunity to respond tot the needs of the East Rocky approval by November 15, 2023. Mount community, and the entirety of Edgecombe County. 19 IN WITNESS THEREOF, the parties have duly executed and delivered this Agreement and Written Plan of Transfer as of the date first written above. EDGECOMBE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION Name: Title: Date: Signature: Name: Title: Date: Signature: Name: Title: Date: Signature: NASHCOUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION EDGECOMBE COUNTY BOARDO OF COMMISSIONERS NASH COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Name: Title: Date: Signature: Countyline Merger Transition Plan - Draft Part II Nash County Schools PLAN,OP TRANSFER Nash County Board ofE Education Nash County Commissioners Edgecombe County Board ofE Education Edgecombe County Commissioners A : Presented to: Nash County Board ofE Education Nash County Commissioners Edgecombe County Board ofE Education Edgecombe County Commissioners Presented by: Nash County Board ofE Education Nash County Commissioners Edgecombe County Board of Education Edgecombe County Commissioners November 15, 2023 Submitted on November #, 2023 Contents Executive Summary. Forward Statements. Core Responsibilities. Office of the Superintendent:. Student Support Services & Operations Department:. Academic Services and Accountability (A&A): Finance:. Human Resources (HR): Technology:. Facilities:. Transition Planning Teams. Team Members:. Sub Committees: Cabinet 5 . 6 6 6 Communication, Planning, and Engagement (CPE):. * 4 Research and Development Committeeigan Community and Organization Facilitator Committee: 8 8 8 8 8 9 11 .13 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 17 1Page Legal Support:. Nash County Board of Education:, Nash County Board of Commissloners:. Overall Impact Data. Fiscal Impact.. Staffing Plan.... Funding.. Communication and Engagement. Student & Family Engagement: StudehtTransition. Student Transfer Timeline for Demerger: July. 2023:. August 2023:.. September and October 2023:. November and December. 2023:.. January 2024:. February and March. 2024:. March 2024:.. April. 2024:. May. 2024:. September. 2024:.. Student Records:. Safety & Security. Transportation. Quantity of busses:. Type of6 Bus:.. Bus Timeline:. Technology. - 18 19 19 19 19 .20 20 .22 22 .22 .22 24 .25 29 Verify all Technology Assets, Costs, and Funding Sources:. Identify and Meet with Impacted Vendors:. Determine/Discover Infrastructure Néeds ànd Compatibility: Conclusion.. Appendix. Sources Cited. - 2 & Executive Summary 2/Page This executive summary provides an overview of the comprehensive report detailing Nash County Public Schools' (NCPS). journey from its inception in 1991 to the forthcoming 2024 demerger and transition process. Throughout its history, NCPS has experienced mergers and transformations while maintaining a steadfast commitment.to delivering quality education to students from diverse backgrounds and communities In1991, four distinct entities-Tarboro City Schools, Rocky Mount City Schoof Edgecombe County Schools, and Nash County Schools--coexisted. In 19%2 Rocky Mount City Schools merged with Nash County Schools, incorporating somestadents from Edgecombe County Schools to create Nash-Rocky Mount Schools.In2020, Nash- The report outlines the significant responsibilities of varousAds.epatiments, including the Office of the Superintendent, Student Support'Services, Academics and Accountability, Finance, Human Resources, and others, in ensuring a smooth transition process. Effective communication and community engagement, represented by the "Growing Forward Together" campaign, play apivotalvele in the demerger Ad detailed timeline for student transfers, records management, safety and security, transportation, and technology considerations has been established to ensure: a seamless transition. As NCPS embraces chânge and fosters an inclusive learning environment, the district remainsicommitted to providing the best educational experience for all students. This report underscores NCPS's dedication to excellence as itmoves forward with thedémèrger plan, aiming for a successful future for both Nash Rocky Mount Schools rebranded as Nash County Public Schools. preparations. C County Public Schools and Edgecombe County Public Schools. 3IPage Forward Statements This Agreement and Plan of Transfer (including all exhibits, hereinafter referred to as this "Agreement") is made and entered into as of November 15, 2023 by and among Nash and Edgecombe County Boards of Education and the Nash and Edgecombe The plan underscores the fundamental responsibilities of key support afeas throughout the district, including the Office of the Superintendent, Assistant Superintehdents, Communication, Planning and Engagement Department; Academic Sepvices and Accountability; Student Support Services & Operations Depagtndent; Transportation; Finance; Human Resources; Facilities; and Technology Department. These areas are pivotal for achieving success. Furthermore, this plan is complemented by a project schedule of tasks designed to facilitate a smooth trarisition, over approximately twelve Iti is important to regard this transition planand the accompanying checklist of detailed tasks as dynamic documents that undergaregulàr review and updates in response to newly-identified responsibilities arisingiduring the schools' transfer and merger process. Subsequent to this process, there will bean opportunity to reflect on lessons learned in the County Commissioners. 0 (12) months. pursuit of continuous improvement. - OR &e 4IPage Core Responsibilities Office of the. Superintendent: The Office of the Superintendent holds the responsibility for spearheading the turnaround strategy and overseeing transition efforts. Furthermore, the office is tasked with develbgingand executing a comprehensive communication and engagement plan that delineates howp information regarding the transitions will be disseminated to students, parents, and the community. An additional critical duty oft the team is to facilitate the communfpavovement process, which entails seeking input from a diverse range of both internal andexternal stakeholders. This endeavor has already commenced and is poised to gairfgreater significance as NCPS progresses with the execution of the Demerger Plan. Student Support. Services & Operations The Student Support Services & Operations Department O (S8S) wildosely collaborate to provide support to school principals throughout the transition process, ensuring the continuity of effectivei instruction and learning during the school transfers.) Within this department and the Academic Services and Accountability (A&A), various.units, such as Career and" Technical Education (CTE), Special Education, Student Supports,Student Placement & Discipline, TitleI I, and others, will worki in conjunction to address ipstructional requirements for students moving to Edgecombe County Public Schools (ECPS).and those remaining with Nash County Public Schools (NCPS). Academic Services and Accountability (A&A); The Academic Services and Accoûntability (A&A) teams will collaborate with school principals and district leadership to dedide Oncourse offerings, programs, work together on the master schedule, secure instructional resburces, and offer essential academic support to students in combined and new schools. Atthe school level, the Assistant Superintendent and principals of merged and new schoolswill supervise the responsibilities related to school transfers, transitions, and réassignments. With assistance from district leadership, principals will create a relocationypanto maximize instructional time while ensuring the prompt packing and transfer Ofmateriàls and supplies. Finances 7hefinance department will identify funding sources to cover the costs associated with executing the transitions. Additionally, it will manage account close-out responsibilities for each affected school to ensure an accurate inventory of fixed assets in closing schools and the appropriate transfer and inventory of fixed assets to be relocated to receiving schools. An audit of each property, categorized based on funds received, source, and enhancement projects, will need to be conducted before November 15, 2023. Abiding by the law for the deed transfer 5/Page purposes per GS 115. Human Resources (HR): HR willi facilitate employee transitions for staff impacted by school changes. A staff town meeting will be held, including working group sessions to explain the plans, and opportunities for reassignment within the district. This planning process will commencèin two (2). HR will collaborate closely with the Communication, Planning, and Engagement (CPE) Department to activate a marketing campaign for this process. HR will alsgprovide staffing support and guidance to the Assistant Superintendents and prindpalspfffected schools throughout the transition, including attending school faculty meetingsAsharing employment guidance, executing the abolishment plan fori impacted staffilandassisting principals in staff recruitment to ensure all positions are filled for the start ofthe school year. CPE will provide project management oversight and serveas the primary point of contact between departments. The communications team withr@PEwilkfunction as a project manager, coordinating with the head oft the transition and assisting in goss-functional collaboration and planning. This team will document the progress of theproject team, monitor the project schedule to ensure tasks remain on track for timely completion, identify potential challenges, and devise solutions with a cross-functional team, Additionally, the communications team will provide project management expertise and assisti in managing internal stakeholder Quarter e communication, Planning, and Engagement (CPE): communications regarding the project's status. Technology: The Technology department will collaborate with school leadership and relevant departments to coordinate all techmology-rebteltasks associated with school transfers. This includes verifying all technology assets and their funding sources, creating a master list of technology assets with depreciated values, implementing an IT transfer control process for successful migrations, scheduling meetings todetermine ECPS infrastructure needs, renegotiating contracts with impacted vendors-purging obsolete hardware equipment before the move, conducting functionality testing ofi instructional technology, and developing a plan with A&A and S&S to ensure the'transition of student data to ECPS. Facilities: TheFacilities department will primarily oversee all move coordination and building maintenance activities, including physical moves and redistribution of building assets as needed. Various teams within facilities services will engage at different stages of the school transition process. The Transportation department will assess the needs and options for bus transportation to serve Nash County residents of reassigned students, as well as the transfer of activity and Transportation: 6/Page school buses to ECPS. The team will plan busi routes, stops, and schedules for the created school attendance zone boundary map resulting from the demerger. Determinations newly regarding the number of buses moving to ECPS and the criteria for such a move will be established. Transition Planning Teams One of the first steps in the process of the demerger is to convene transition guide the work of the district and the community. The following groups will bé inplacet to manage the process. Cabinet Members: 2 Michael Baier, Executive Director of Transportation Dr. Steve Ellis, Superintendent of Nash County Pébilc Schools Christy Grant, Executive Director of Student Support Services Doug Hale, Executive Director of SchoolFinance Monique Hargrove-Jones, Executive Director of Elementary Education Tremain McQueen, Executive Dirèctor of Technology Angela Miller, Executive DirectorpfSchool Nutrition & Athletics Facilities & Maintenance Chad Thompson, Executive Director of Secondary Education & CTE Sheila Wallace, Executive.Director of Human Resources & Federal Programs o Melissa Dancy-Smith, Assistant Superintendent of Academie-Services and. Accountability Dr. Leondus Farrow, Jr., Assistant Superintendent of Student Services & Operations Heather Louise Finch, Executive Directors af.Conimunication, Planning, and Engagement Victor Ward, Sr., Transition ànd Safety Director Sub Committees 0 Lead: Melissa Dancy-Smith - Academic Services and Accountability Léad;Dr. Leon Farrow - Student Assignment, Transportation TremaidfMcQueeh- -1 Technology façilitating community events. Lead: Doug Hale Budget LeadHeather Louise Finch - Combating Misinformation, Communication campaigns, Lead: Angie Miller - Property (real, encumbered, unencumbered & buses), Furnishings & Improvements Equipment (sports, instructional, library/media, technology & supplies) Lead: Shelia Wallace - Employment of Personnel 7Page Research and Development Committee: Dr. Steven Ellis Heather Louise Finch Victor Ward, Sr. Sheila Wallace Dr. Steven Ellis Heather Louise Finch Victor Ward, Sr. Legal Support: community. and Organization Facilitator Committee: C.E Boyd Sturges, III Attorney at Law Davis, Sturges & PLLC Jason Weber Education Law Nash County Board of Education: Chris Bissette - District 4 Evelyn Bulluck - District 10 Sharonda Thomas Bulluck-D Dr. Doneva Chavis District1 Lank Dunton, Vice-Chair - District6 Dean Edwards - District2% Zacques "Zack" Gray, District8 Richard Jenkins District7 Franklin Lamm- District: 3 William (Bill)"Sharpe - District! 5 Dr. LaShawnda Washington, Chair- District9 9 Nash County BourdofCommisioner: Marvin C. Arrington - District1 Erêd Belfield, Jr. - District2 Dan Cone District3 Robbie B. Davis, Chairman - District7 Sue Leggett - District4 J.Wayne Outlaw, Vice Chairman - District! 5 Gwen Wilkins - District6 0 - 8IPage Overall Impact Data **Notes: While there are four schools located in Edgecombe county (see below), Benvenue Elementaryd Coopers Elementary, Englewood. Elementary, Williford Elementary, Edwards Middle, Nash Central Miéda - Red Oak Middle, Rocky Mount Middle, Nash Central High, Northern Nash High, Nash-Rocky MayntEar College High, Rocky Mount High, CITI High and Tar River Academy all have enrolled students whg live in Edgecombe County. In some cases, these students are there on reassignment, for special proggagmming and in other cases the current attendance. zones for these schools' span into Edgecombe Coungendasa result redistricting will need to occur. Current # of Students 6,389 3,489 #of Students Domiciled in Edgecombe County 816 395 451 1,662 Post Demerger # of Students 5,573 3,094 4,260 12,928 pulled and be Enrollment Elementary Enrollment Middle Enrollment High Enrollment Total NCPS Enrollment Exhibit. 1: Student Impact ** The current numbers are reflectiveas of3.21.21- The up-to-date numbers will be reflective of the up-to-date empimentof1L.1523 when this plani is submitted. - - be - PHOR 9Page #ofStaff Housed in Facility 50 54 49 38 Facility Facility Use/Other Impact Baskerville Elementary D.S.Johnson Elementary Fairview Elementary J.W. Parker Elementary K-5th Comprehensive Elementary: School K-5th Comprehensive ElementahSchoo Thet facility houses our NCPgData'eenter East which will need to be relocated. K-2nd Comprehensive Elementary School 6th-gth Comprehensiva,Mipdle School Thisfaciy hôuses several district depertments which will need to ber relocated. This facility has several large meeting spaces used for professional development and This facility houses Jordan Driving School which will need to be relocated. Previously housed school nutrition supplies, food, and S Teacher Resource Center 28 meetings. School Nutrition Building central services. Exhibit 2: Impact on Facilities and Staffing **Notes: Staffing impact will not be solely limited to those employees physically working in facilities located in Edgecombe Çounty as enrollment decreases will impact. several other schools within the current NCPS district. Eachof the school facilities houses. some students who reside in Nash Countyand redistricting will needt to occura asar result. 3 10Page Fiscal Impact Funds that will Revert upon Demerger. (estimated). $0 $2,238,419 $3,415,098 Cas Post Budget (estimated) $0 $22,287,151 $0 Funding Source State Funding Local Funding Federal Funding Current to Edgecombe County Demerger Budget $0 $25,225,570 $0 Exhibit. 3: Impact on Facilities &. Staffing **Notes: State and Federal fiscal awarded to individual. schools. Local fundingi fines/forfeitures. impact. amounts are prbettedestimates: as some funds are tied to Average Daily Membership (enrollment). Federal funding) mpact is significant due to Federal Grant Funds county appropriation and d RoR & 11[Page PRC 2022-2023 less 587 Positions $3,601.68 5.22 Description 2022-2023 Edgecombe Students* Reduction 001 Classroom Teachers Non-Instructional Support 003 Personnel (Includes Custodians) -Finance 005 Principals and A/Ps-Finance 007 Instructional Support 013 Career Technical Education Career Technical Education - 014 Program Support 027 Teacher Assistants 029, 032, Exceptional Children 063 034 Academically Classroom 061 Materials/nstrnuctional Suppliesand Exhibit4: State Funding 705 Positions $4,055,159.00 500 Months 71 Positions 68 Positions d $235,295,00 106 Positions 160p positions $816,503.00 $456,710.00 (118 Positions) ($453,474) 432 Months a (68 Months) 62Positions 62 Positions $214,257.00 90 Positions 139 positions $723,554.88 $398,432.14 (9P Positions) ($448,800) (6Positions/60 MOES) ($21,038) (16 Positions) ($1,153,019) (21A Positions) ($176,202.63) ($58,278) - Equipment 12/Page Staffing Plan NCPS' primary objective for the plans is to recruit both instructional and non-instructional personnel, thereby ensuring a smooth transition on the scheduled date of 2024. School Certified FT (State) 16.2 (Includes PE, Art, Music) 1EÇ Worker, Nurse, AIG, ML) 2/(Principal & AP) Classified FT (State) 6TA's 2ECTA's 2.5 Custodians Certified FT (State) 18 (Includes PE, Art, Music) Worker, Nurse, AIG, ML) 2(Principal &AP) Classified FT (State) 3TA's 1EC 2FT&2PT Custodians Certified FT(State) 17.8 (Includes PE, Art, Music) 2.6 (Includes Guidance, Worker, Nurse, AIG, ML) 2( (Principal & AP) Classified FT/State) 8TA's 2Clerical 6O 2Fr8ZPTCustoders GertfiedFTIState) 13 (Includes Art, Music8 &PE) 1EG AETE 2.85-(ndudes Guidance, Media, S. Wogker, Nurse, AIG, ML) 2(Principal &A AP) Classified FT (State) 1TA 2FT&1PT Custodian Certified FT (Local) N/A Certified 3.5 (Literacy Coach,2mGrade, PTI Reading Intervention &PT Instructional Coach &PT Dean of Students) 2ECT Teachers Classified FT/PT (Federal) 1EGTA 1PTTA 3FTa3PT: School Nutrition Certified FT/PT Federal 1L Literacy Coach 11 Instructional Coach 1N MTSS Facilitator 2 Teachers 2ECTeachers Classified 1ISS Coordinator 2TA's 1PTTutor 3FT&3PT School Nutrition Certified FT/PTI Federal 3Full Release MCL's Classified FT/PTO (Federal) 1TA 1Behavior Specialist 3FT&2PT: School Nutrition Certified FT/PTFederal 2Teachers 1D Deans ofs Students 1MTSS 1EC Teacher Facilitator 1R Read 180 Facilitator 2R Reach Associate 1CIS Supports Spec. e FT/PT (Federal) Baskerville 3.3 (Includes Guidance, Media, S. Classified FT (Local) N/A CertifiedFLosal Baskerville 2Clerical D.S. Johnson 3.4 (Includes Guidance, Media, S. FT/PT (Federal) D.S. Johnson 2Clerical Fairview 1EC - Certified FT(Local) 1ECTeacher Classified FT(Local) N/A ClasifiedFT(local N/A ClassifiedFT(Local N/A S Fairview 1EC J.W. Parker $w. Parker 3Clerical Classified FT/PT (Federal) Exhibit. 5: Certified and Classified. Full Time and Part Time. Staff IFI,2PT,2PT: Subs School Nutrition 13/Page Funding Funding Summary of Federal Assets School Baskerville DSJohnson Fairview Parker Total Federal (PRC 050,115,105, 117) ESSER (PRC Total pers schoo! 163,171,181) $87,057.23 $76,823.29 $77,820.66 $288,762.41 C $461,871.07 $530,463.59 $1,699.82 $158,169.84 $60,034.76 $173,108.66 $393,013.08 $88,757.05 $234,993.13 $137,855.42 $923,476.67 Exhibit 6: Funding Summary of Federal Assets PRC Descriptors 50 105 115 117 163 171 181 Exhibit 7: PRC Descriptors Expectancy Fixed Asset Federal Titlel CSI (Comprehensive School Improvement) IPG (Innovative Partnership Grant) SIG (School Improvement Grant) CARES (ESSER I) ESSER.II ESSERIII Year of Life Expectancy 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 a Exhibita 8: YearofLife Inventory List - 14/Page Communication and Engagement Inp preparation for thei impending demerger, significant strides have been taken in the period leading up to. July 2023. Collaborations with the Nash County Geography Team and discussions on school board map revisions were pivotal steps in aligning our school The formation of a comprehensive demerger plan, addressing potential impacts on rgles programs, and activities, has been a core focus. The CPE department also branding the demerger as "Growing Forward Together," accompanied by a symbolic Idyo. Content curation, historical research, and legislative documentation compilationhave all contributed to the robust groundwork, complemented by a carefully designedlanding Moving into August 2023, efforts continue by actively crafting NPES board of education presentations, refining timelines, and editing the demerger plan. Cabinet members are closely involved in detailing their timelines, while the creation of demergel-rélated templates facilitates streamlined communications. Collaboration across various departments ensures tailored content for staff, students, guardians, and stakeholders, whilethe Growing Forward Together" campaign is gradually unveiled. Furthermore, the career fair landing page is in development, As we approach September and beyond, a.comprehensive strategy involving vendor meetings, communityadvisory council planning, and careert fair launch takes shape. Regular engagement with the Demerger Task Force and a steadfast-focus on communication strategies ensures a smooth transition for staff, students,and the community. Our multi-faceted approach encompasses IT integration, stakeholderfeedback mechanisms, contract reviews, and an ongoing commitment to assessingand enhancing the demerger process. From preparing detailed timelines and fostering stakeholder engagement to evaluating program impacts and fostering a sense of unity.through "Growing Forward Together," we remain dedicated toa Community engagementholds a central role in the accomplishment of school transfers, mergers, anchlaunches. In this regard, the district has introduced an all-encompassing communikengagement strategy aimed at facilitating the transitions within our schools. A comprehensive community engagement plan has been meticulously developed to ensure a seamtess transition process, and community engagement meetings are: scheduled to initiate embarkedigm and page communication strategy. aligning with our commitment to a wel-pannegdemeger process. seamless and successfuldergetger process. Student & Family Engagement: durmg the week of September 9. Our duties include: 1. Orchestrating communication and outreach efforts directed at Nash County residents impacted by the impending school transfers, with specific attention to those enrolled 2. Arranging and overseeing student and family forums to collect valuable input and in the four schools situated within Edgecombe County. 15Page address any concerns that may arise. 3. Collaborating in the formulation of outreach materials tailored for family engagement meetings, especially those involving families ofe exceptional children (EC) residing Nash County and attending the four Edgecombe County schools. 4. Coordinating the communication outreach endeavors on behalf of Edgecombe County Public Schools, with at focus on residents within Edgecombe 5. Our commitment to effective community engagement remains fundamentafin ensuring the successful transition process for all stakeholders involvek, 3e Countywfiosé children attend Nash County Public Schools. Student Transition Our Student Support Services team will ensure that all students rétenings students support services are appropriately identified, thus ensuring uninterruptedgeryices for the upcoming school year. Town hall meetings have been specifically designed forthis purpose. For EC/504 students, the Student Services staff will guarantee'a: seamless transition for those with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a Sectionf 504 Plan, ensuring the provision of appropriate services at the outset of the school'year. Thel Director of Student Services at NCPS will share al list of students receiving servicesbased on an IEP or5 504 Plan with the Student Services and Exceptional Education Directors-i'ECPS. NCPS will ensure that each plan undergoes a thorough review, with all re-evaluations being up to date prior to the student's transition to ECPS. Parents will receive acopy of each current plan. Our Student Support Services team wil.continue to monitor and ensure the appropriate identification of all students receiving these services, with the aim of preventing any disruptions in services for the upcomingischool, year. Town hall meetings have been scheduled specifically For EC/504: students/the. Student Services staff will maintain their commitment to a seamless transition for those withan Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a Section 504 Plan, ensuring the provision afsuitable services at the commencement of the school year. The Director of Student Servicesat NCPS will collaborate with the Student Services and Exceptional Education Directors inECPS by sharing al list of students currently receiving services based on an IEP or 504.Plan. NCPS will diligently oversee each plan's review, ensuring that all re-evaluations are current before the: student transitions to ECPS. Parents will receive a copy of each updated to facilitate this process., plan. Student Transfer Timeline for Demerger: 16IPage July 2023: Nash and Edgecombe will determine which grade level of students will be eligible for being legacy to remain enrolled in Nash to present both BOE and County Commissioners for remain enrolled in Nash through the legacy process or if those students will have to paytuitiop! Furthermore, the expectation of transportation for students who are legacy to remaip.in-Nash will be clarified. Town hall meetings have been scheduled specifically for thisp They will also decide whether Nash ppDaS or Edgecombe County will fund the students locally whg August. 2023: families AI meeting with the Communications Department is planned to devise a commûnication plan for concerning current 9th-12th (rising 10th-13th) grade studentswho wish tol bel legacy in and remain enrolled in NCPS for the 2024-2025 school year. Additonallyp participation in community meetings with ECPS is scheduled to provide support frày questions that may arise from the community about the tentative legacy and transfer process. s September and October. 2023: The initiation and continuation of a communications inform families through media and social media outlets about the transtionprocess.jor current K-8th (rising 1st-9th) students who will attend ECPS during the2024-2025 school year is planned. The Student Information department will manage aspreadsheet identifying these: students by grade level, including student names, PowerSchool Number, school, gender, grade, address, contact number, Custodial, and guardlans/parentts) name(s) for all students living on the Edgecombe County side of Rocky Mount but attending NCPS. This spreadsheet aims to track students who have withdrawn from NCPS andthose who have enrolled in NCPS while residing on the Edgecombe County side of Rocky Mount on a month-to-month basis. 25 grade November, and December/2023: The commenceméntoithe communications campaign to inform families about the transfer process for.utfent9ih-i2th (rising 10th-13th) grade students who wish to be legacy students is planned for'November and December. Additionally, community information meetings willl be hosted durlag these months fort the students and their families who meet the requirements for the transfer lègacy process. The Student Information department will continue managing the aforementioned spreadsheet to track student data. Jénuary 2024: Current 9th-12th (rising 10th-13th) grade students who wish to become legacy students will be part of the student transfer process, set to begin in. January 2024. These students must submit at transfer request to be released from Edgecombe County Schools, a process referred to as the 17/Page "Opt-in to Stayi in NCPS." Meanwhile, students enrolling in ECPS must complete the ECPS enrollment process. A spreadsheet will be created to identify students as "Opt-in to Stay in NCPS" or those transitioning to ECPS. The Student Information department will continue managing the: spreadsheet to monitor student status. February and March 2024: The processing of current 9th-12th (rising 10th-13th) grade students who wish to Stay in NCPS" will continue in February and March. These students must request and be released from Edgecombe County Schools. The Student Inforfahph-uepartment will maintain the spreadsheet tracking student information. - - March. 2024: - 0 March 22, 2024, will serve as the deadline for current 9th-12th (sing10th-13th) grade students and their families who wish to "Opt-in to Stay in_NCPS" inthe student transfer process. This coincides with the timeline for allotment meetings With-pginepals of several schools, including Rocky Mount High School, Nash Rocky MourteEaryCollege, CITI High School, Northern Nash High School, Tar River Academy, and-Nash Central High School. This will aid in obtaining an accurate count of students enrolled in theschools affected by this process. The Student Information department will continuemianaging the spreadsheet to track student data. April 2024: An official - roster of the current 9th-12th(rising 10th-13th) grade students remaining in Nash through the' "Opt-in to Stay in NGPS" process will be created, along with a roster of students transitioning to ECPS, to be shared, with ECPS. Student Services will: send al letter to each student and their family approved for the opt-in process, explaining the rules and regulations. The release form of ECPS 10th-12th Grade Students who willl be: staying in NCPS will be received. Additionally, allk-8th students residing in Edgecombe County will receive at formal letter about the transfer process to ECPS for the 2024-2025 academic year from the district office. This letter,wilkexplain the rules and regulations of the demerger process for the students and their familes transitioning to ECPS. The Student Information department will continue managngtnssPeadhet to track student data. May2024: Ongoing communication with students and their families approved for the' "Opt-in to Stayi in NEPS" and those transitioning to ECPS will continue in May 2024. This will involve explaining ther rules and regulations oft the demerger. Releases of students from Edgecombe County Public Schools to remain in Nash County Public Schools will also be received. On May 31, 2024, the Student Information department will finalize the spreadsheet tracking student data for all relevant students. 18/Page September. 2024: On September 23, 2024, the 20th day of school, the Student Information Department will identify all students enrolled through the opt-in process and those who have not enrolled through the opt-in process. Nash County Board of Education, Nash County Commissioners, Edgecombe County Board of Education, Edgecombe County Commissioners, will receivean official count oft the legacy students enrolled in Nash and those who are not. Edgecombewil Nash County Public Schools staff will assist in handling cumulative records.to.ensire that all records folders for K-8th (rising 1st-9th) grade students living on, theEdgecombe County Cumulative side of Rocky Mount will bei identified and grouped with other folders in the lecords room, beginning in September 2023 and managed throughout the school year. AfterMarch 22, 2024, cumulative records for 9th-12th (rising 10th-13th) grade students whochoose not to' "opt-in" will also be grouped together. The records contacts will review the Student Information department's spreadsheet monthly to tràck student information. Fom, Mayl, 2024, to June 5, 2024, student records for relevant students will be purged accordingto BOE and State policy and the warehouse, sorted by school and grade, andt then transported to ECPS district records brought / also receive al list with student names, UID numbers, and grade levels. Student Records: pertinent files are intact 35 and readily accessible to Edgecombe County Puble.Schools. to contact. Saféty Security All safety and security equipmentithat is in any school or building that will be transferred to ECPS will remain in the building with the exception of equipment purchased with federal funding. We will follow fedèral and state guidance for any such equipment to acquisitioned by ECPS. Transportation Ap primary areao focus for Transportation: staff will be utilizing residence information for students within the attendance zone boundary NCPS to begin planning: driyér/operator staffing, optimal bus stop route scheduling, and opportunities to perform practice runs before the start ofurc new school year. adequate bus Quantity of Busses: On September 25th, the Transportation Department will generate a report indicating the count of students residing on the Edgecombe side of Rocky Mount who utilize bus transportation 19/Page services at each school. This report will encompass data from the first 20 days of the school year, and we intend to categorize this information according to grade levels. Currently, our estimate places the required number of buses between 5 and 8. We refrain specifying a precise number at this juncture, as it is contingent upon the average 8th grade students currently utilizing bus transportation on the Edgecombe County AIl buses utilized for this transition will be 66-passenger Yellow School Buses. note that ECPS's bus garage is specifically equipped to accommodate Buses. In contrast, the newest and largest buses in the NCPS fleet Rocky Mount for the 2023-2024 school year. Type of Bus: School Yellow 66-passéngerrelow eneE/passenger - School Buses. 2 Currently, there are ongoing discussions and processes with the pcpRLansportation Department concerning the transfer of buses. This is particularlygudal. since all of our 66- passenger Yellow School Buses are older models. The Transportation Directors from both ECPS It's important to highlight that no Activity Buses arebemg transferred as part oft this process. and NCPS are collaborating to gain further clarity on this matter, Bus Timeline: On August 31, the Directors 2023, C of Transportation' for NCPS and ECPS will meet to discuss preliminary measures regarding thet transferof buses. These measures will consider various factors, including the number of students currêntly using buses in grades K-8th, the necessary documentation for bus transfers to ECPS, the scheduled transfer date, and any personnel associated with the process. It's important to note that any equipment, such as cameras purchased with Federal funds,willeither remain with NCPS or require ECPS to make a purchase. On September 25th, grade Department will generate a report detailing the number Edgecombe side of Rocky Mount and use bus ofs students at each school who reside on the Subsequenty the Transportation services. This reportywill-cover data from the first 20 days oft the school year, categorized by number of students living on the Edgecombe County side of Rocky Mount, categorized by grade level Thisdata will serve as a valuable resource for determining the required number of buses, consldering the average. student ridership by grade level throughout the 2023-2024 school year. Furthermore, the Directors of Transportation for both NCPS and ECPS will convene monthly to address any new developments and concerns. They will also collaborate with the NCDPI Department will repeat this process monthly to monitor the transportation department throughout this process. 20Page It's essential to mention that the ECPS transportation garage can only accommodate buses up toa 66-passenger capacity or smaller. Consequently, all 66-passenger buses from NCPS willl be transferred to ECPS, along with the associated paperwork and documentation. Notably, no transportation personnel will be transferred from NCPS to ECPS. The of buses to ECPS is scheduled for. July 1, 2024. 7 & RPORP & 21Page Technology The Technology Dept. will work with school leadership and prospective departments Verify all Technology Assets, Costs, and Funding Sources: The Technology Department will carry out a comprehensive verification of all encompassing hardware, software, and equipment, along with their associated casts'and funding sources. School technicians will utilize our inventory asset program, Incident IQ, to guarantee the accuracy ofi information for the allocation and trangferofassets during the Several meetings with impacted vendors are requiredto GGh if renegotiating or transferring current contracts are to be comsidered'Seg-mpactedi vendors below: Technology assets, cost and funding sources. conduct a demerger. - walkthrough of each school, confirming assets and funding sourdes." This process will Identify and Meet with Impacted Vendors: Conterra (Fiber/Broadband), Canon (Copier Services), Converged Networks (VOIP Services), Cisco/Meraki (Network Licensure), C HikVision (Security Cameras, Licenses, and Support), and BrightSpeed (Fax/Pot Lines) Determine/Discover Infrastructure Needs and Compatibility: The Network Infrastructure/s.pne of the most important necessities to operate a school facility. However, there are differendes in hardware preference per district. Because of such, multiple meetings are to be scheduled to determine the best hardware solution along with al budget discussion to accomplish turn key access. ((FCC): 2019) E-Rate consultants will be involved in this process-toprovide guidance being that most school network ntfrastructure/hardware is funded bfE-Rate, 3 22IPage (Student Devices, Staff Devices, Cameras, Projectors, Interactive Boards, Printers, and Facility Scanners, Televisions) $87,057.23 $116,143.78 $81,898.01 $109,669.83 N/A $394,768.85 Baskerville Elementary D.S. Johnson Elementary Fairview Elementary J.W. Parker Elementary Teacher Resource Center TOTAL Exhibit. 7:. Impact on Examples: Student Chromebooks Teacher - N 6 23IPage Conclusion Inc conclusion, this report provides a comprehensive overview of Nash County Public Schools journey, spanning from its inception in 1991 to the upcoming demerger and transitionpfocess in2 2024. Over the years, the district has evolved through mergers and transformations; maintaining a steadfast commitment to providing quality education. As we move forwardwith the demerger plan, iti is crucial to recognize the significant responsibilities undertaken by various departments, such as the Office of the Superintendent, Student Support Servies)Academics and Accountability, Finance, Human Resources, and more. Each departmertplays a pivotal role ine ensuring a seamless transition for students, staff, and the community. Communication and engagement with all departments, have beepatt the/forefront of our preparations, with the' "Growing Forward Together" campaign anda vell-defined communication strategy aimed at keeping all stakeholdepinformed and engaged. The support of the community is instrumental in the success of this demergeh and we are committed to addressing concerns, collecting input, and fostering.dniy throughout the process. The timeline for student transfers, records managemert, safety and security, transportation, and technology considerations has been meticuouslydatined to ensure a smooth transition. We remain dedicated to our mission of providingthe-best possible educational experience for our students, and this report reflects our commitment to embracing change and nurturing an inclusive learning environment. As we émbarkon this transformative journey, we look forward to a bright future for Nash County Public'Schools and Edgecombe County Public Schools, working together for the benefit ofa all studênts. - B 24Page Appendix Fixed Asset Depreciation Schedule 3 Asset Group: 00 Shorto Description: User 1: Long Description: User 1: Salvagep Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 AssetUife: .0 Asset Group: 001 Short Description: LAND LongDescription: LAND Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetufe: .o Asset Group:o 020 Shorto Description: LANDII IMP Long Description: LANDI IMPROVE Salvagep Percent: ReplacementP Percent 100 Assetlife: 15.0 Asset Group: 030 ShortD Description: BLDG Long Description: Buildings Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Asset Ufe: 50.0 Asset Group: 040 Short Description: OTDRF REC Long Description: OUTDOORR RECEQ Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetufe: 5.0 AssetG Group: 050 Short Description: BLDGIMP LongD Description:E Buildingk Improv Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assett Lfe: 500 Asset Group: 100 Shorto Description: ATHEQ Long Description: ATHLETIC EQUIP Salvage Percent: ReplacementP Peroent: 100 Asset Ufe: 5.0 Asset Group: 150 Short Description: AVE EQUIP Long Description: AVE EQUIPMENT Salvagep Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetl life: 5.0 Asset Group: 160 Short Description: EQUIP4 AM Long Description: EQUIPMENT RM SalvagePercent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetu Ufe: 5.0 Asset Group: 180 Short Description: COMMEQ Long Description: COMMUNE EQUIP SalvageP Percent: ReplacementPercent: 100 Assetlife: 5.0 Asset Group:2 200 Short Description: BOOKS Long Description: BOOKS MULTIMED Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent:: 100 Assetlife: 50 AssetG Group:2 21D Short Description: STADIUM tong Description: STADIUM Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetl Life:5 50.0 Asset Group: 215 Short Description: ATHLO COM Long Description:A ATHLETICCOMP. Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Asset! Life: 500 Asset Group:2 230 ShartD Description: SOFTWARE Long Description: COMP SOFTWARE Salvagep Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Asset Ufe: 3.0 Asset Group: 235 Short Description: CONSTR Long Description: CONSTRI INPROG Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent:1 100 Asset Life:50.0 25IPage Asset Graup: 250 Short Description: BUS. MCH Lang Description: BUSINESSMACH Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetlife: 5.0 Asset Group:2 270 Short Descriptione COMPE EQ Long Description: COMPUTEREQUIP Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 AssetLife: 3.0 AssetG Group: 280 Short Description: PLAYEQ Long Description: PLAYEQUIP SalvageP Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetilfe: 5.0 Asset Group: 300 ShortD Description: TOOLS Long Description: MACH.&T TOOLS Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetl Life: 5.0 Asset Group: 310 Short Description: MAINTEQ Long! Description: MAINTENANCEE EQ Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 AssetUfe: 5.0 Asset Grgup:4 400 Short Description: FSEQUIP Long! Description: FOODSERVICEEQ Salvager Percent: Replacement! Percent: 100 Asset Ufe: 5.0 Asset Group: 410 Short Description: CNVEHIC Long Description: FOODS SVCV VEHICL Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assett Ufe: 6.0 Asset Group: 450 Short! Description: INSTRMNT Long Description: INSTRUMENTS Salvagep Peroent: Replacement Percent: 100 Asseti Uife: 5.0 Asset Group: 470 Short Description: LAWE EQ Long Description: LAWE ENFORCEEQ Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Asset life: 5.0 Asset Group: 500 Short Description: LAB/ENG Long Description: LAB/SCEINCE/ENG Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Asset Ufe: 5.0 Asset Group: 550 Short Description: FIREE EQ Long! Description: FIREE EQUIP SalvageP Percent: Replacoment Percent: 100 Assetlife: 5.0 Asset Group:575 Short Description: UNIFORMS Long! Description: UNIFORMS Salvagep Percent: Replacement Percent:: 100 Asset Life: 5.0 Asset Group:e 600 Short Description: FURN Long Description: FURNITURE Salvage Percent: Replacement! Percent:: 100 Asset Ufe: 10.0 Asset Group: 700 Short Description: STAGE Long! Description: STAGE &A AUDIT. Salager Percent: Replacement Percent:: 100 Asset life: 5.0 Asset Group:7 750 Short Description: GRNDSE EQ Long Description: GROUNDSE EQUIP Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetlife: 5.0 26/Page Asset Group: 800 Short Description: VEHICLES longDescriptione VEHICLES Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetlife: 60 Asset Group: 825 Short Description: BUSES Longo Description: BUSES Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 AssetL Ufe:: 12.0 Asset Group: 850 Short Description: CONSTE EQ Long Description: CONSTRE EQUIP Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetlife: 5.0 Asset Group: 900 Short Description: FINEA ART Long Description: FINEA ARTS Salvager Percent: Replacement Percent:1 100 Assetlife: 5.0 AssetG Group:9 999 Short Description: DIPOSE Long Description: DIPOSAL Salvage Percent: Replacement Percent: 100 Assetufe: o 27/Page Federal aimetuhmbrlisiag, Inventory List 0 & - oro & 28/Page Sources Cited trs/Pmm2slgwaboututnsedmnailicsalucationloherislerat: programs/fcc.ntm S (FCC), Agency: Federal Communications Commission, September 3,2019) mtpsy/ww2aagwabouwyednmpaticadwatioVeterfea ps/wwwmigowprintatsahmpak-eedlicarglerfedeak programs/rc.htm programs/fc.htm, - oo 6 29Page IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have duly executed. and delivered this Agreement. andi Plan of Transfera as of the date first written above. Nash County PublicSchools Name: Title: Date: Signature: Name: Title: Date: Signature: Name: Title: Date: Signature: Name: Title: Dates Signature: Se Edgecombe County Public Schools Nash County - Edgecombe County Board of Commissioners 30/Page