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CISD Grant No. 2009-S01STATE OF TEXAS § COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION COUNTY OF DALLAS § GRANT AGREEMENT This Educational Development Grant Agreement ( "AGREEMENT ") is made by and between the City of Coppell, Texas ( "CITY "), Coppell Education Development Corporation ( "CEDC ") and the Coppell Independent School District (the "CISD "), acting by and through their respective authorized officers. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the CITY is authorized by TEX. Loc. Gov'T CODE § 379A to provide educational development grants to publicly funded institutions through the CEDC for the promotion of literacy, foreign language and career technology for a skilled workfor and WHEREAS, the CITY seeks to support programs for promoting literacy, foreign language and career technology for a skilled workforce; and WHEREAS, the CISD has submitted a grant application No. 2009 -SO1 to provide funding for hiring thirteen (13) Spanish teachers for grades 9 through 12 at Coppell High School, two (2) Spanish teachers at New Tech High, and one (1) Spanish teacher each at the three middle schools (the PROJECT), to provide daily instruction in order to satisfy a state graduation requirement; and WHEREAS, the CISD has developed the PROJECT using certified Spanish teachers who specialize in such field; and WHEREAS, CISD is in need of funding the salaries and benefits for thirteen (13) Spanish teachers for grades 9 through 12 at Coppell High School, two (2) Spanish teachers at New Tech High and one (1) Spanish teacher each at the three middle schools, and seeks the assistance of the CEDC for such assistance; and WHEREAS, the CITY has determined that making an education development grant to the CISD in accordance with this AGREEMENT will further the objectives of the CITY, will benefit the CITY and the CITY's inhabitants and will promote foreign language in the CITY. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing, and other valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged on the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, the parties agree as follows: GENERAL PROVISIONS 1. Subject to availability of funds collected from the 379A sales tax, the CITY agrees to provide the CISD an education development grant (the "GRANT ") in an amount not to exceed COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT Page 1 One Million Forty -six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty -six Dollars and No Cents ($1,046,326.00). 2. CISD agrees to utilize the GRANT to fund salaries and benefits for thirteen (13) Spanish teachers at Coppell High School, two (2) Spanish teachers at New Tech High, and one (1) Spanish teacher each at the three middle schools. 3. CITY agrees to provide the GRANT of One Million Forty -six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty -six Dollars and No Cents ($1,046,326.00), funds payable on a quarterly basis with the first payment to be made in November 2008. Funds to be expended in accordance with the budget categories set forth in the GRANT application. 4. No later than May 31, 2009 the CISD shall submit personnel costs for this GRANT to the CEDC. The detailed expenditures shall include, but not limited to, salaries, number of students served, grade levels actually served, copies of contracts, and any changes in personnel during the period covered by this GRANT. 5. In the event the CISD breaches any of the terms of this AGREEMENT or fails to use the GRANT for the purposes set forth herein, then the CISD, after expiration of the notice and cure period described herein, shall be in default of this AGREEMENT. As liquidated damages in the event of such default, the CISD shall, within thirty (30) days after demand, repay to the CITY, the GRANT with interest at the rate of eight percent (8 %) per annum from the date of receipt of the GRANT until paid. The parties acknowledge that actual damages in the event of default would be speculative and difficult to determine. Upon breach by CISD of any obligations under this AGREEMENT, the CITY shall notify the CISD in writing, who shall have thirty (30) days from receipt of the notice in which to cure such default. If CISD fails to cure the default within the time provided herein, or, as such time period may be extended, then the CITY at its sole option, shall have the right to terminate this AGREEMENT without further notice to the CISD. 6. The terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT are binding upon the successors and assigns of all parties hereto. This AGREEMENT may not be assigned without the express written consent of CITY and CEDC. 7. It is understood and agreed between the parties that CISD, in the use of the GRANT and in satisfying the conditions of this AGREEMENT, is acting independently, and that the CITY and/or the CEDC assumes no responsibilities or liabilities to third parties in connection with these actions. CISD agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the CITY and the CEDC from all such claims, suits, and causes of action, liabilities and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, of any nature whatsoever arising out of the CISD'S performance of the conditions under this AGREEMENT. 8. Any notice required 'or permitted to be delivered hereunder shall be deemed received when sent by United States mail, postage pre -paid, certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the party at the address set forth opposite the signature of the party. COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT Page 2 9. This AGREEMENT shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas; and venue for any action concerning this AGREEMENT shall be in the State District Court of Dallas County, Texas. 10. In the event any one or more of the provisions contained in this AGREEMENT shall for any reason be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not effect the other provisions, and the AGREEMENT shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had never been contained in it. EXECUTED this ^ day of 2008. COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT Page 3 CITY OF COPPELL, TEXAS By. ATTEST: � (/� Antonio Altemus, President 255 Parkway Boulevard P.O. Box 9478 Coppell, Texas 75019 TT, CITY MANAGER Parkway Boulevard .0. Box 9478 Coppell, Texas 75019 EXECUTED this ,J, L day of )6 , 2008. COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION EXECUTED this 3 i day of OC io , 2008. STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF DALLAS COPPELL INDEPENDENT CHOOL DISTRICT Bv: � ppaI 1i1I 110 My Commission Exp, ,N� 4. Q Q,, ���CiO PV C : = :0 co: = - • '��� • k-„, • • r es �e ° •. - ‘ , 8, 9 -oes-A;), o'" 801111® ATTEST: By: 1/4--/ COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT Page 4 i 42 let ar ri i sr . r FF ' U "R, SUPERINTENDENT �oppell Independent School District 00 S. Denton Road Coppell, Texas 75019 CITY'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 3 • day of e - , 2008, by Jim Witt, City Manager of the City of Coppell, Texas, a Texas municipality, on behalf of said municipality. " 1- t Notary Public, State of Texas (9= STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF DALLAS „,1{I ts., ••% Bpy S • :,. My Commission expii' o f (.0 s • - � • ' -. ExQ.•' sir �,��� 09-eP„ STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF DALLAS My Commission expires: COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION COPPELL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT GRANT Page 5 This instrument was acknowledged before me on the day of 2008, by Antonio Altemus, President, Coppell - Education Development Corporation, on behalf of said Corporation. Notary Public, State of T COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT This instrument was acknowledged before me on the 3 / day of C- 0 6 2008, by Dr. Jeff Turner, Superintendent of Coppell Independent School District, on behalf of said District. ,a * eYPU� D. KAYRYON. Notary Public, State of Texas My Commission Expires �'y,, af> r May 17, 2009 Coppell Education Development Corporation Grant Application Project Title: Principal Applicant Title of Principal Applicant ISD Representative in Application Project Period (Start & Finish of Entire Project) Total Amount Requested Printed Names & Title of Grant Approvers; Signatures; & Dates: Mechelle Bryson, Ed.D. Director of Secondary Education Principal Applicant Title (Required) Team Member Title (Optional) Team Member Title (Optional) Principal of School Involved Title (Optional) Dr. Jeff Turner Superintendent District Superintendent Title (Required) Cindy Warner President, Board of Trustees ** School Board President President (Required) * *Signifies approval by the School Board of Trustees Coppell High School Spanish Program Mechelle Bryson, Ed.D. Director of Secondary Education Coppell August 2008 — May 2009 $ 1,046,326 ignature D . to Signature Signature Signature gnature O XL , 4_4/\,(2_1 Signature Date Date Date Date Date 1 Section I: Abstract of Project /Activity The Coppell Independent School is applying for $ 1,046,326.00 under the foreign language provision of the Coppell Education Development Corporation to furnish salaries for thirteen Spanish teachers at Coppell High School, two Spanish teachers at New Tech High and one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School North, one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School East and one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School West during the 2008 -2009 academic year. These teachers provide daily instruction to students in grades eight through twelve who have elected to study the Spanish language and culture in order to satisfy a state graduation requirement. Students enrolled in Spanish language classes are realizing the mission of the district to become a global leader in educational excellence (see Appendix A) as well as fulfilling an indicator of the Portrait of the Coppell ISD Graduate (see Appendix B). Section II: Description of Proposal & Nature of Request All U.S. students need to be proficient and literate in English. In addition, students will need competence in at least one additional language to meet the demands of global competition. The need for such competence, both in our current economy and in the one in which today's students will live and work, has been well documented. Research shows that multilingual societies have a competitive advantage over monolingual societies in international trade (Halliwell, 1999). The state of Texas requires that students complete two years of the same foreign language in order to receive a diploma under the Recommended Plan. In addition, students desiring to graduate under the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) must complete a 2 sequence of three years of the same language (see Appendix C). Performance objective 9 under strategic objective goal two of the Coppell ISD Strategic Plan states that "No fewer than 55% of our students will achieve distinguished academic status upon graduation." At the same time, performance objective two under strategic objective two of the Coppell ISD Strategic Plan states that the district will "Align foreign language opportunities to reflect future trends in a multilingual society and enhance student participation." A Texas Framework for Languages Other Than English is tied to the Texas state student content and performance standards, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Languages Other Than English. The goals for the Spanish program reflect these standards: • Goal l: The students communicate in Spanish using the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. • Goal 2: The student gains knowledge and understanding of other cultures. • Goal 3: The student uses the language to make connections with other subject areas and acquire information. • Goal 4: The student develops insight into the nature of language and culture by comparing the student's own language and culture to another. • Goal 5: The student participates in communities at home and around the world by using languages other than English. To effectively meet the goals of the program the Spanish teachers will: • Utilize the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Language Other Than English in lesson planning. 3 • Provide experiences that will enhance the understanding of other cultures • Provide multiple opportunities for students to interact with native speakers • Annually assess student progress using appropriate measurements Without these funds CISD would be unable to fund other programs that contribute towards student success. In order to best serve our student population we respectfully apply for this grant. 4 Section III: Budget The $ 1,046,326.00 grant request will provide salaries and benefits for thirteen Spanish teachers at Coppell High School, two Spanish teachers at New Tech High and one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School North, one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School East and one Spanish teacher at Coppell Middle School West during the 2008- 2009 academic year. Section IV: Project Measurements and Evaluation: The effectiveness of this project can be qualitatively measured by student work samples and projects along with anecdotal records from students, teachers and parents. Program goals can be quantitatively measured by the proper identification and effective application of appropriate evaluation instruments. Project Statistics Number of students served by this project Coppell High School: 1349 New Tech High: 265 Coppell Middle School North: 135 Coppell Middle School East: 96 Coppell Middle School West: 112 Total 1957 (See Appendix D for a detailed breakdown of enrollment) Dollars per student proposed: $534.65 This year's dollars per student is an increase from last year's dollars per student of $416.82. The dollars per student increase can be attributed to the calculation of stipends (held by several Spanish teachers) into the total salary cost. Last year's calculations did not include stipends. Evaluation of Project's Success: CISD had an 18% increase in PreAP /AP Spanish Courses. See chart below. 5 PROGRAM GOAL STANDARD 2007- 08 2008- 09 EVALUATION INSTRUMENT Increase the percent of students enrolled in PreAP /AP Spanish Language 25% 944 1169 Pentamation Report 6 Mission Statement Appendix A The mission of the Coppell Independent School District, as a global leader in educational excellence, is to ensure our students achieve personal success, develop strong moral character, and become dynamic citizens through a customized, innovative learning experience led by a visionary staff and community. 7 Appendix B Who is the Coppell ISD Graduate? A scholar of high reputation... ...prioritizes to achieve personal academic goals. ...transfers and applies knowledge and skills in meaningful ways that lead to further learning opportunities. ...understands and appreciates the arts and their impact on the other disciplines and life. ...discriminates in the use of consumer information. ...utilizes critical reading and thinking skills. ...practices non - traditional and original problem - solving skills. ...seeks knowledge independently, responsibly, and purposefully. ...practices self - advocacy and self - determination. An articulate communicator... ...possesses multilingual skills. ...effectively conveys information in written, oral and visual forms. ...learns through listening. ...improves through self - reflection. ...expresses ideas in ways that inspire progress toward the shared resolution of a problem. A person of strong, moral character... ...values humanity, oneself, and one's environment. ...models healthy life choices. ...abstains from inappropriate social behavior. ...balances personal and professional pursuits. 8 A dynamic citizen... ...practices informed patriotism. ...participates and contributes actively in the local and global community. ...possesses an understanding of international relations and the impact of global dynamics. ...collaborates proficiently. ...contributes to a sense of unity within a community. ...strives toward specific goals that lead to personal success. A flexible, resilient pacesetter... ...maximizes rapidly - changing technologies. ...adapts to shifting paradigms. ...leads in a bold and daring manner. ...shows courage while using good judgment in decision - making. The Coppell ISD Graduate is marketable to global interests. 9 Discipline Minimum Graduation Plan (22 credits) Recommended High School Program (24 credits) Distinguished Achievement Program (24 credits plus advanced measures) Social Studies* Two and one -half credits: • World History Studies (one credit) or • World Geography Studies (one credit), • U.S. History Studies Since Reconstruction (one credit), and • U.S. Government (one -half credit). Three and one -half credits: • World History Studies (one credit), • World Geography Studies (one credit), • U.S. History Studies Since Reconstruction • (one credit), and • U.S. Government (one -half credit). Three and one -half credits: • World History Studies (one credit), • World Geography Studies (one credit), • U.S. History Studies Since Reconstruction • (one credit), and • U.S. Government (one -half credit). Economics, with emphasis on the free enterprise system and its benefits* One -half credit One -half credit One -half credit kcademic Elective One credit selected from: • World History Studies, • World Geography Studies, or • any science course approved by SBOE. (If substituting Chemistry or Physics for IPC, must use one of these as the academic elective credit.) See Elective Courses. See Elective Courses. Physical Education One and one -half credits to include Foundations of Personal Fitness (one -half credit). (Limit two credits.) Can substitute: • drill team, • marching band, • cheerleading, • Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps • (JROTC), • athletics, • Dance I -IV, • approved private programs, or • certain career and technology education courses. One and one -half credits to include Foundations of Personal Fitness (one -half credit). (Limit two credits.) Can substitute: • drill team, • marching band, • cheerleading, • JROTC, • athletics, • Dance I -IV, • approved private programs, or • certain career and technology education courses. One and one -half credits to include Foundations of Personal Fitness (one -half credit). (Limit two credits.) Can substitute: • drill team, • marching band, • cheerleading, • JROTC, • athletics, • Dance I -IV, • approved private programs, or • certain career and technology education courses. Languages Other Than English* None Two credits: Level I and Level II in the same language. Three credits: Level I, Level II, and Level III in the same language. Health Education One -half credit or Health Science Technology (one credit). One -half credit or Health Science Technology (one credit). One -half credit or Health Science Technology (one credit). Appendix C Texas State Graduation Requirements (For students entering grade 9 in the 2001 -02 school year and thereafter) *College Board Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses may be substituted for requirements in appropriate areas. 10 Appendix D Coppell ISD 2008 — 2009 Spanish Enrollments 11 CHS NTH North East West Spanish 1 300 0 0 0 0 Spanish 1 Pre -AP 57 128 135 96 112 Spanish 2 335 0 0 0 0 Spanish 2 Pre AP 209 87 0 0 0 Spanish 3 153 0 0 0 0 Spanish 3 Pre AP 158 50 0 0 0 Spanish 4 Pre -AP 29 0 0 0 0 Spanish Language AP 85 0 0 0 0 Spanish Literature AP 23 0 0 0 0 Total 1349 215 135 96 112 Grand Total 1957 Appendix D Coppell ISD 2008 — 2009 Spanish Enrollments 11 References Halliwell,J. (1999). Language and trade. In A. Breton (Ed.), Exploring the Economics of Language. Ottawa, Ontario: Department of Cultural Heritage. Coppell Portrait of a Graduate, Coppell; 2003 Coppell Independent School District Mission Statement, Coppell; 2003 Southwest Educational Development Laboratory., A Texas Framework for Languages Other Than English. Austin, Texas: Texas Education Agency, 1997. 12 Page 8B — Coppell Gazette — Wednesday, September 24, 2008 — www.scntx.com Need to sell it FAST? Call today! CLASSIFIEDS 972- 518 -SELL [7355) NOTICES NOTICES NOTICES NOTICES! NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT'S State Financial Accountability Rating Coppell ISD will hold a public meeting at 7:30 PM, September 29, 2008 Vonita White Administration Building, Board Room, 200 S. Denton Tap Road Coppell, TX 75019 The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Coppell Independent School District's rating on the state's financial accountability system. NOTICES Notice of Public Hearing The Coppell Independent School District is holding a public hearing regarding an application for grants from the Coppell Education Development Corporation on September 29, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at the Coppell Independent School District Administration Offices located at 200 South Denton Tap Road, Coppell, Texas. Any citizen interested in obtaining or reviewing copies of the grant application prior to the meeting may do so at 200 South Denton Tap Road, Coppell, Texas from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Need out aapigce7 Neal a LOCAL . 1 .7ee NW a LOCAL ar{ walnet ring 77ka or o !kg pater L Rrb1IF ns.47VMAK Nt1TYCES Place your ad in the CLASSIFIEDS &Ili' 972422- SEMI www.scntx.com — Wednesday, September 17, 2008 — Coppell Gazelle — Page 7B NOTICES NOTICES NOTICES NOTICES Notice of Public Hearing The Coppell. Independent School District is holding a public hearing regarding an application for grants from the Coppell Education Development Corporation on September 29, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at the Coppell Independent School District Administration Offices located at 200 South Denton Tap Road, Coppell, Texas. Any citizen interested in obtaining or reviewing copies of the grant application prior to the meeting may do so at 200 South Denton Tap Road, Coppell, Texas from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS COPPELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT'S State Financial Accountability Rating Coppell ISD will hold a public meeting at 7:30 PM, September 29, 2008 Vonita White Administration Building, Board Room, 200 S. Denton Tap Road Coppell, TX 75019 The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Coppell Independent School District's rating on the state's financial accountability system. Agenda of Regular Meeting The Board of Trustees Coppell Independent School District A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Coppell Independent School District will be held September 29, 2008, beginning at 6:30 PM in the Board Room - Vonita White Administration Building, 200 S. Denton Tap Road, Coppell, Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered or upon which any formal action may be taken are as listed below. Items do not have to be taken in the order shown on this meeting notice. Unless removed from the consent agenda, items identified within the consent agenda will be acted on at one time. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL - ESTABLISH QUORUM III. CLOSED SESSION (Texas Government Code, Section 551.074 - Personnel Matters, Section 551.072 - Deliberations regarding Real Property, and Section 551.071 - Consultation with Attorney) A. Personnel employment and resignations B. Consultation with CISD attorney regarding litigation: I. Coppell ISD v. CB Parkway and Trammell Crow Co. No. 43, Ltd.; CCL #5 II. CB Parkway and Trammell Crow Co. No. 43, Ltd. v. City of Coppell and Coppell ISD; CA NO. 3 -08 -CV 0753 -N III. City of Coppell & Coppell ISD v. City of Dallas, CB Parkway and Trammell Crow Co. No 43, Ltd.; CCL #3 IV. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION V. INVOCATION A. Anthony Hill VI. AWARDS A. National Merit Semi- Finalists VII. OPEN FORUM Persons desiring to address the Board of Trustees must complete a speaker's card prior to the meeting. No presentation shall exceed five minutes. The Board cannot deliberate on any subject that is not included on the agenda. VIII. PUBLIC HEARING A. Public hearing with opportunity for public input and overview regarding applications for grants from the Coppell Education Development Corporation (CEDC) B. Public meeting to discuss the Coppell Independent School District's state financial accountability rating, FIRST IX. DISCUSSION AND REPORT II EMS A. Board President B. Board Members I. Anthony Hill - NTAASB and TASB Delegate Assembly C. Superintendent I. North Lake update D. 2008 State Accountability - Dr. Monica Uphoff E. July Exit Level TAKS results - Dr. Monica Uphoff F. TAKS -M - Dr. Monica Uphoff G. Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment (TELPAS) results - Dr. Monica Uphoff H. ESL/Bilingual Report - Teresa Tate I. Report on Highly Qualified Teachers - Tracey Wallace J. Physics IB report - Linda Cook X. ACTION 11 A. CONSENT I. Approve minutes of Board meetings held on August 18, 2008; August 27, 2008; August 28, 2008; and September 16, 2008 II. Approve budget amendments for 2008 -2009 III. Approve Financial Report for August 2008 IV. Approve Investment Report for Period Ending August 31, 2008 V. Approve Second Appraisers for 2008 -2009 PDAS VI. Consider adoption of a resolution regarding annual review of investment policies CDA (Legal) and CDA (Local) pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2256, Section 2256.005(e) VII. Consider adoption of resolution regarding annual review of investment brokers pursuant to Chapter 2256 of the Texas Government Code of investment of public funds, Section 2256.025 VIII. Consider adoption of a resolution regarding annual review of Section 2256.008(a), Texas Government Code, approving independent sources of instruction for district investment officer training B. Consider approval of grants to the Coppell Education Development Corporation I. Pre -K - 12th Grade English as a Second Language Grant II. Coppell Spanish Program Grant III. Literacy Intervention Support Program Grant IV. CISD Library Grant C. Consider adoption of CISD Campus Improvement Plans D. Consider adoption of CISD District Improvement Plan E. Consider adoption of a resolution setting the 2008 Maintenance and Operations and Debt Service tax rates for the Coppell Independent School District F. Consider Resolution extending date to approve Settlement Agreement and related real estate transactions G. Consider Resolution authorizing approval of Settlement Agreement among Coppell ISD, City of Coppell, and Billingsley Development Corporation H. Consider Resolution authorizing approval of Contract of Purchase and Sale of 70 acre and of 12 acre tracts of land I. Consider Resolution authorizing approval of Contract of Purchase and Sale of 20 acre tract (Northwest Tract) J. Consider Resolution authorizing approval of Option Contract for Purchase of 20 acre tract (Southeast tract) XI. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON MATTERS DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION XII. ADJOURNMENT