Title: PS1-PERSONNEL DISCIPLINARY ACTION

Recommendation:
I recommend that the Board approve Kathi Kornofski's Suspension Without Pay, effective January 19, 2006, and Termination, effective fifteen (15) days after the January 18, 2006, Board Meeting, subject only to appeal under Section 120.68, Florida Statutes, unless a timely request for an administrative hearing is made within the fifteen (15) days stated herein pursuant to Section 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes wherein Ms. Kornofski will remain suspended without payment of salary and benefits until final School Board disposition is entered to the administrative hearing proceedings.

Description: On or about June 9, 2005, Ms. Kornofski was evaluated, advised of performance deficiencies, rated as unsatisfactory, and placed on a thirty (30) calendar day assistance plan for improvement.  Ms. Kornofski was given timely feedback, specific recommendations for improvement, and assistance in areas cited as deficient.  Having failed to correct her deficiencies, Ms. Kornofski's performance was rated overall unsatisfactory on June 9, 2005.  Sufficient just cause exists to recommend termination of Ms. Kornofski's employment in accordance with the requirements of the District's Evaluation Process for Levels 16 and Below, Article 3, Section C, Agreement Between the School District of Palm Beach County, Florida, and the Association of Educational Secretaries and Office Professionals, and Sections 1012.27(5), 1012.22 (f) and 1012.34 Florida Statutes.

Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact to the school district.

For Additional Information, contact:
Ann Killets (AKillets@palmbeach.k12.fl.us); James Hayes, Jr.; Raymond T. Miller (Ray Miller {Prof.Std.} )

Attachments (list):
Petition.doc
Supporting Documentation.doc