April 22, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, April 22, 2019

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 6:01 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

New Business

1. Consideration of Action on Consent Items

New Hires - None
Transfers

Name From/To __________ Wage

1. Randi Cloyed Dishwasher to Sub Food Service $9.87 per hour

C. Separation from District

Name Position Effective

1. Jake Cartwright Authorized Substitute Teacher April 9, 2019

2. Brandy Hall Special Education Associate End of 18-19 SY

3. Daniel Leu Special Education Associate April 26, 2019

4. Lois Pitchfork Sub Food Service Worker April 5, 2019

5. Rhonda McClelland Special Education Associate April 19, 2019

D. Open Enrollments

Name Receiving District Resident District Approve

1. Braeden F. East Mills CSD Glenwood CSD Yes

2. Kenzley G. Red Oak CSD Glenwood CSD Yes

3. Logan G. East Mills CSD Glenwood CSD Yes

4. Jack S. Fremont Mills CSD Glenwood CSD Yes

E. Approval of Bills

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve consent items. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

2. Business Items

A. Representatives from Nolte, Cornman & Johnson will conduct a presentation

to the Board regarding the 2017-2018 Audit. After the presentation and any

discussion, I will seek approval of the 2017-2018 Audit.

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the 2017-2018 Audit. Ann Stairt seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Retiree Offer

No action taken.

C. Termination of Probationary Teacher

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the termination of a probationary teacher. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. CLOSED SESSION: To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when a closed session is necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session.

Ann Staiert made a motion to enter into closed session at 7:09 p.m. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Theresa Romens, Ann Staiert, Curt Becker were present, all voted “aye”.

E. OPEN SESSION

Ann Staiert made a motion to enter return to open session at 7:34 p.m. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Theresa Romens, Ann Staiert, Curt Becker were present, all voted “aye”.

F. End of Year Professional Development Proposal

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the removal of early out Wednesday in May and have the last day of school for students be May 31^st with the last day for teachers as June 6th. Last 4 days for teachers will be used for reteach/reassess and professional development and training. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Work Session

Superintendent Embray presented the board with information on outcome assessments from the Middle School and High School as well as an over view of Winter Activities and serveys.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Ann Staiert to adjourn the Special Meeting/Work Session at 8:10 p.m. Theresa Romens seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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April 26, 2019 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

1:00 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2019

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting to order at 1:04 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

New Business

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

A. New Hires

Name Position Wage

1.Matthew Cook Special Education Assoc. - Level I $9.54 per hour

2.Ericka Lang Teacher (4th Grade) $52,107.20

Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable

background check results

3. Sheena Turner Substitute Spec. Educ. Assoc. $10.54 per hour

B.Transfers

Name From / To Wage

1.Gary Anderson Sub Food Service to Dishwasher $10.87 per hour

2.Michelle Jaworski Special Educ Assoc/Bus Driver to Bus Driver no change

C. Separation from District

Name Position Effective

1.Joseph Luther High School English Teacher End of 2018-2019 SY

2.Sarah Madison Special Education Teacher Assoc End of 2018-2019 SY

3.Theresa Swafford Special Education Teacher End of 2018-2019 SY

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve consent items. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

2. Business Items

A. CLOSED SESSION: To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when a closed session is necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session.

Greg Schultz made a motion to enter into closed session at 1:05 p.m. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Greg Schultz, Theresa Romens, Ann Staiert, Curt Becker were present, all voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. OPEN SESSION

Greg Schultz made a motion to enter return to open session at 1:22 p.m. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Greg Schultz, Theresa Romens, Ann Staiert, Curt Becker were present, all voted “aye”.

Theresa Romens made a motion to appointment Rick Nickerson to High School Principal for the 2019-2020 school year. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Theresa Romens to adjourn the Special Meeting at 1:23 p.m. Greg Schultz seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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April 8, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:45 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, April 8, 2019

Public Hearing

The public hearing in regards to the school budget for 2019/2020 and the budget amendment for 2018/2019 began at 6:45 p.m.

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, and Theresa Romens.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on March 11, 2019 and the special meeting and board work session on March 25, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
604.6	Technology Policy
604.6CF	Consent to Student Use of the District’s Technology Network Systems and Internet Access
604.6GF	Staff Acceptance Form and Consent to Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access
604.8	Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access
604.8P	Glenwood Community School District App Procedures
604.9	Proposed Website Disclaimer
604.9F	Add URL to Blocked Status Form
604.10	Outside Resource People
604.11	Field Trips and Excursions
604.12	Homework

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Courtney Allen	Child Care Provider	$9.51 per hour
Alexis Durbin	Health Aide	$10.54 per hour
Robert Durbin	Substitute Bus Driver	$35.42 per route after training & probationary period
Cory Faust	Assistant HS Track Coach	$780
Jenni Good	Substitute Nurse	$151 per day
Brooklyn Hanshaw	Child Care Provider	$7.25 per hour (HS Student)
Marissa Klindt	HS Social Studies Teacher	$39,876 - contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results
Jarek Landess	Child Care Provider	$7.25 per hour (HS Student)
Aaron Ling	Substitute Bus Driver	$35.42 per route after training & probationary period
Courtney Lovely	SPED Assoc - Level I & 2/3	$9.54 per hour / $10.54 per hour
Kyle Murtfeld	Summer Mower	$10.32 per hour
Alexander Nusser	Summer Mower	$10.32 per hour
Erin Peschel	Middle School Math Teacher	$39,876 - contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results
Paige Ryks	Child Care Provider	$7.25 per hour (HS Student)
Mark Starner	Assistant HS Track Coach	$780
Myranda Starner	Assistant Softball Coach	$3,640
Tanner Teegarden	Summer Mower	$10.32 per hour
Alex Williams	Assistant HS Track Coach	$2,080

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM / TO	WAGE
Jeanne McGinnis	From Authorized Substitute Teacher to Bus Associate	$12.37 per hour
Katelynn Sowers	From Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place to Administrative Assistant - AP/AR	$15.00 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Richard Hutchinson	High School Principal	Retirement	June 30, 2019
Rhonda Lothrop	Kindergarten Teacher	Retirement	End of 2018-2019 SY
Laura Nelson	Lower Elementary Music Teacher	Resignation	End of 2018-2019 SY
Ami Petersen	Dance Team Sponsor	Resignation	April 1, 2019
Diane VonTersch	Special Education Teacher	Retirement	End of 2018-2019 SY

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DIST REQUESTED	REASON	DIST OF RESIDENCE	APPROVE OR DENY	FUDNED
Levi J.	Glenwood	Sibling attends Glenwood	Lewis Central	Approve	Yes
Haydin S.	Lewis Central	Remain after move	Glenwood	Approve	Yes
Daniel V.	Lewis Central	Remain after move	Glenwood	Approve	Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of March 31, 2019.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
Northeast Media Center	Book Fair	To update books in the library for student and teacher sections	AMAP	04/25-05/03/19
Swing Show Choir	Performance	Raise funds for flood victims	AMAP	03/21/2019
Baseball	Baseball Hats	Replacement hats	$100	04/08-06/30,/19
Key Club	Be Kind T-Shirts	Suicide Prevention	AMAP	04/18/2019

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Bobbi Jo Hancock	Child Abuse Prevent & Family Support Conf	Ankeny, IA	05/06/2019	05/07/2019
Katie Larsen	Drake Relays	Des Moines, IA	04/25/2019	04/27/2019
Janis Moore	FCCLA National Leadership Conference	Anaheim, CA	06/28/2019	07/05/2019
Todd Peverill	Drake Relays	Des Moines, IA	04/26/2019	04/27/2019
Todd Peverill	Kansas Relays	Lawrence, KS	04/19/2019	04/20/2019
Ruthie Stirewalt	IA Association of Alt Ed Annual Conf	Altoona, IA	04/11/2019	04/12/2019
Cort Lovato	Soccer Tournament	Adel, IA	04/05/2019	04/06/2019
Drake Ruth	Soccer Tournament	Adel, IA	04/05/2019	04/06/2019
Logan McCorkle, Volunteer Coach	Soccer Tournament	Adel, IA	04/05/2019	04/06/2019
Mark Starner	Drake Relays	Des Moines, IA	04/26/2019	04/27/2019
Katie Wilson	Drake Relays	Des Moines, IA	04/25/2019	04/27/2019
David Clark	Iowa Bandmasters Convention	Des Moines, IA	05/09/2019	05/11/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Forrest Turpen Legacy Grant	To purchase items to stock a classroom lab kitchen	$500

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL YEAR
None

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

none

Activity Complex Update

Mr. Embray gave an update to the activities complex. Construction Crew has committed to 6 day work weeks once the weather permits.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval to Purchase K-5 Math Resources

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the purchase of K-5 Math resource- Bridges in Mathematics. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Notice of Assignment & Acknowledgement to Assignment

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the acknowledgement of the Trustee, Escrow Agent and/or Paying Agent Agreement, including the removal of Bankers Trust Company and succession of UMB as Trustee, Escrow Agent and/or paying Agent effective on or about June 10, 2019. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval of Bus Bid

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the bid from Cornhusker International in the amount of $173,200 ($86,600 each) to purchase two 65 passenger school buses. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of 28E Agreement

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the 28E Agreemnt between Glenwood Community School District, the Fremont-Mills Community School District, and the Southwest Iowa Sportsman Club. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of 2019-2020 Budget and 2018-2019 Amendment

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the 2019-2020 Budget and the 2018-2019 Amendment as presented. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

F. Retiree’s Work Option

Superintendent Embray and the BOE discussed the possible option of adjusted work schedule and payment for those teachers retiring at the end of the 18/19 school year.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Greg Schultz and seconded by Theresa Romens to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:34 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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August 13, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 7:00 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, August 13, 2018

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Theresa Romens, Michelle Bahr, and Ann Staiert.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M excluding the resignation for Judi Isadore which was rescinded. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on July 9, 2018 and the work session on July 18, 2018.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
410	Employee Use of Social Media
502.7	Non-School Sponsored Student Organizations

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Dennie Anderson	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour - Pending completion of pre- employment requirements and favorable background check
Belynda Brammer	Special Ed Teacher Assoc	$10.54 per hour - Pending completion of pre- employment requirements and favorable background check
Jordan Bueltel	Head MS Football Coach	$2,860
Cara Delaney	Special Ed Teacher Assoc	$10.54 per hour -Pending completion of pre- employment requirements and favorable background check
Bryan Diekmann	Assist HS Girls Basketball Coach Head MS Boys Track	$3,640 $2,860
Michelle Jaworski	Subs Custodian - Not to exceed 30 hrs/week including hrs worked as bus aide/assoc	$11.23 per hour
Michael Joyner	Assist HS Boys Basketball Coach	$3,640
Barry Loeffelbein	Assist MS Girls Basketball Coach	$2,080
Sarah Madison	Special Ed Teacher Assoc - Level I	$9.54 per hour
Natalie Mannen	Special Ed Teacher Assoc	$10.54 per hour - Pending completion of pre- employment requirements and favorable background check
Amy Martin	Special Ed Teacher Assoc	$10.54 per hour - Pending completion of pre- employment requirements and favorable background check
Rhonda Nelson	Food Service Worker / Cook	$10.87 per hour
Kelly Schubauer	Assist MS Football Coach	$2,080
Denise Schultz	Teacher - High School Spanish	$49, 371 - Contingent upon receipt & review of official transcripts and favorable background check
Brian Stanley	Assist MS Boys Basketball Coach	$2,080
Mark Starner	Assist MS Football Coach	$2,080
Fancy Tate	Sub Food Service Worker	$9.87 per hour
Alex Williams	MS Co-Head/Co-Assist Wrestling Coach	$2,470

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM/TO	WAGE
Kenny Akers	From Building Custodian to Lead Custodian	$12.28 per hour
Nicole Hunt	From General Ed Teacher Associate to Kid’s Place Child Care Assoc.	$9.51 per hour
Kenny McIntyre	From Bus Associate to Substitute Bus Associate	No Change

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Cathy Field	Substitute Teacher	Resignation	July 6, 2018
Kathleen Gregoroff	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	August 6, 2018
Mary Howery	Substitute Teacher	Resignation	July 25, 2018
Judi Isadore	Substitute Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	May 19, 2018
Michael Joyner	Assistant MS Boys Basketball - 8th Gr.	Resignation	July 5, 2018
Nicole Kaufman	Child Care Associate	Resignation	August 3, 2018
Jean Kelly	Payroll Admin. Assist./Substitute Calling System	Resignation	August 24, 2018
Tracy Major	Middle School Media Associate	Resignation	August 9, 2018
Jackie McNeel	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	July 31, 2018
Rosanne Nutting	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	July 30, 2018
Branna Van Ness	Assistant High School Softball Coach	Resignation	July 31, 2018

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DISTRICT REQUESTED	REASON	DISTRICT OF RESIDENCE
Sawyer A.	GCSD	Kindergarten Student	East Mills Comm. School District
Jeremiah G.	CBCSD	Family Move	Glenwood Comm. School District
Annabelle G.	GCSD	Kindergarten Student	Hamburg Comm. School District
Connor H.	GCSD	Family Move (After school starts)	Lewis Central Comm. School Dist.
Landon H.	GCSD	Family Move (After school starts)	Lewis Central Comm. School Dist.
Brody H.	GCSD	Family Move	Fremont-Mills Comm. School Dist.
Payton L.	GCSD	Family Move	East Mills Comm. School District
Ryan P.	CBCSD	Family Move	Glenwood Comm. School District
Hannah U.	CBCSD	Good Cause	Glenwood Comm. School District

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of July 31, 2018.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
Hospitality & Baking Class	Baked Goods	Cover expenses for hospitality & baking class	AMAP	9/18 - 1/19
Football	Black & Gold Football	Raise money for extra equipment and gear	AMAP	8/16/2018
Glenwood FFA	Fruit / Meat / Cheese / Popcorn / Jerky	Signs for Fair, project materials, jackets (purchase/cleaning), banquet, registrations	$3,000	10/8/18 - 11/7/18
Dance Team	Little Ram Dance Camp	State costumes, props, extra state fees, exhibitions costs and Christmas candy	$2,000	9/7/2018

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE	RETURN
Becky Palmer	Dyslexia and Reading Conference	Ankeny, Iowa	09/25/2018	09/27/2018

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Iowa West Foundation	To support activities aligned with the foundations funding priorities / Ramily Matters mission.	$1,000
Mills Co. Comm. Foundation	To purchase equipment (stove, small refrigerator, locked cabinet, outside play equipment for ages 1 and 2)	$1,500

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL Year
none

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

Currently in the design phase at about 50%. First round of bids should go out in August and potential demo date is October 12^th. General construction could begin early November.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval of the Professional Growth & Evaluation System

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the Professional Growth and Evaluation System. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Merit Based Evaluation & Raise Schedule for Kid’s Place Daycare

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Merit Based Evaluation and raise schedule for Kid’s Place Daycare. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval of Rate Increase for Kid’s Place

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the increase in rates at Kid’s Place by $10 per week per contract. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of Catastrophic Accident Insurance Program for K-12 Students

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the Catastrophic Accident Insurance for all students K-12, for school and sports related catastrophic accidents or injuries, in the total amount of $6,098.77 for the 2018-2019 school year. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of Agreement for Internship, Field Experience, or Practicum

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the agreement with Morningside College for internships, filed experience, or practicum courses. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

F. Approval of Revision of Board Policy 502.1 Good Conduct Code

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the revision to board policy 502.1- Good Conduct Code, as well as waving the second read. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “nay”. Motion failed.

G. Approval of Revision of Middle School Family Handbook

Theresa Romens made a motion to postpone approval of the Middle School Handbook until the Good Conduct Code is passed. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion postponed.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Michelle Bahr and seconded by Ann Staiert to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:43 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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August 16, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

4:00 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 4:12 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

Old Business

A. Approval of Revision of Board Policy 502.1 – Good Conduct Code

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the revision and waive the second read of Board Policy 502.1 – Good Conduct Code. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Revision of Middle School Family Handbook

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the revision of the Middle School Family Handbook. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Work Session

The Board continued to work with Dana Schon to complete the Board Goals and IASB Self Assessment process.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Theresa Romens to adjourn the Special Meeting/Work Session at 7:15 p.m. Ann Staiert seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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August 27, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, August 27, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 6:01 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 1 and 2. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Work Session

The Board continued to work with Dana Schon to complete the Board Goals and IASB Self Assessment process along with District Administrators.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Greg Schultz to adjourn the Special Meeting/Work Session at 8:08 p.m. Michelle Bahr seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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December 10, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors - 6:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School Media Center, 504 East Sharp St.

Monday, December 10, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker. The following Board member was absent: Michelle Bahr.

Spotlight on Education

The Board of Education recognized the Cross Country team members and coaches.

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A – Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular board meeting & hearing on November 12, 2018, the special meeting and board work session on November 26, 2018, the special board meeting on November 29, 2018, and the special board meeting on November 30, 2018.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals

POLICY #	DESCRIPTION
700	Statement of Guiding Principles for Auxiliary Services
701.1	School Food Service Program
701.2	Free or Reduced Cost Meals Eligibility
702.1	School Transportation Services
702.2	Student School Transportation Eligibility
702.3	School Transportation for Extracurricular Activities
702.4	Summer School Transportation Services
702.5	School Transportation of Nonschool Groups
702.5GF	Use of School Transportation by Nonschool Groups Agreement Form
702.6	School Transportation in Inclement Weather

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals

POLICY #	DESCRIPTION
604.1	Instructional Materials Selection
604.1R	Instructional Materials Selection Regulations
604.2	Instructional Materials Inspection
604.3	Instructional Materials Reconsideration
604.3RF	Instructional Materials Reconsideration Request Form
604.4	Use of Information Resources
604.4R	Use of Information Resources Regulations
604.5	Technology

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Loleta Cadena	Substitute Bus Aide & Special Education Associate	$12.37 per hour - Sub Bus Aide $10.54 per hour - Sub Assoc
Timothy Courtier	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour with 50 cent shift differential
Meghan Day	Child Care Associate	$9.51 per hour
Caroline Gran	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
David Gran	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
Kyle Jepsen	Special Education Teacher Associate	$10.54 per hour - contingent upon completion of all pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results
Carol Stroud	Substitute Food Service Worker	$9.87 per hour
Wauneta Tolle	Substitute Food Service Worker	$9.87 per hour

4F - Transfers

NAME	FROM / TO	WAGE
Brianna Jensen (Van Ness)	General Education Teacher Associate to Kid’s Place Associate
Jeannie Parks	From Food Service Clerk to Food Service Substitute	$10.31 per hour
Ranae Parks	From Food Service Dishwasher to Food Service Clerk	$11.31 per hour
Kaylie Yale	From Lead Teacher to Child Care Associate	$9.74 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Brandee Blackey	On-Site Leader @ Kid’s Place	Resignation	September 28, 2018
Cara Delaney	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	November 20, 2018

Ann Greenfield	9th Grade Individual Speech Sponsor	Resignation	November 8, 2018
Lauralee Huffman	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	November 20, 2018
Robert Martin	Building Custodian	Retirement	December 15, 2018

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DISTRICT REQUESTED	REASON	DISTRICT OF RESIDENCE	APPROVE OR DENY	FUNDED
None

4I - Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills as of November 30, 2018

4J - Fundraising Requests

GROUP	DESCRIPTION	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
Trap Club	Business Sponsorships	To assist in reducing expenses for participants.	AMAP	January-June 2019

4K - Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Julie McMullen	Early Childhood SDI	Des Moines	1/23/2019	1/24/2019
Nicole Guild	Preschool Specially Designed Instruction	Des Moines	1/23/2019	1/24/2019
Bobbi Hancock	SDI Year 1 Training	Des Moines	1/23/2019	1/24/2019
Kevin Kilpatrick	Show Choir Competition	Sioux Falls	1/26/2019	1/26/2019
Brian Stanley	ISU Track Clinic	Ames	12/07/2018	12/08/2018

4L - Grant Requests

NAME

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

2019 Mentoring for Youth Impacted by Opioids in Rural Iowa

1) To provide mentoring services that are tailored to the needs of identified at-risk youth target population and

2) Develop & implement program enhancements that further align with research & effective mentoring approaches.

The grant period runs from January 15, 2019 - September 30, 2021

$50,000 - $60,000 per year

MidwayUSA Foundation, Inc.

To assist with Trap Club expenses.

$2,000

4M - Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL YEAR
Algebra I	Final	2018-2019
Discrete Math w/ Statistics	Final	2018-2019
K-5 Math	Final	2018-2019
Advanced Ag	Final	2018-2019
Animal Science	Final	2018-2019
AFNR Outcome	Final	2018-2019

5 - Announcements and Communications

5A - Comments from Public

None

5B - Comments from Board

None

5C - Legislative Update

None

5D - Presentations

None

5E - Activities Complex Update

Devin Embray updated the Board on the Activities Complex.

6 – Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kid’s Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

7 – Old Business

None

8 – New Business

Approval of Bid for Activities Complex Lockers

Motion by Ann Staiert to approve the bid from OSDI in the amount of $29,283 for the boys

and girls lockers rooms at the Activities Complex. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All

voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval to receive bids for Suburbans

Motion by Theresa Romens to approve receiving bids for two used Suburbans to be purchased in the 2018-2019 school year.Ann Staiert seconded the motion.All voted “aye”.Motion carried.

C. Approval of Freezer/Cooler for Activities Complex Gateway Building

Motion by Theresa Romens to approve the bid for the freezer/cooler for the Activities Complex Gateway Building.The bid was in the total amount of $26,005.Ann Staiert seconded the motion.All voted “aye”.Motion carried.

D. Approval of Contract Confirmation with Music Theatre International

Motion by Theresa Romens to approve the contract confirmation with Music Theatre International for the royalty, rental and security fee for the High School Play, Legally Blonde. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of Agreement with Omaha Storm Chasers Baseball Club

Motion by Ann Staiert to approve the Agreement with the Omaha Storm Chasers Baseball Club to purchase 145 seats for the baseball game to be held on May 6, 2019.

F. Approval of Administrators Career Plan Stipends

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the Career Plan Stipends to identified personnel.Theresa Romens seconded the motion.All voted “aye”.Motion carried.

G. Approval of Mid-Term Graduate

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve Kim Gleason as a mid-term graduate.Ann Staiert seconded the motion.All voted “aye”.Motion carried.

H. Approval of At-Risk Modified Supplemental Amount

Motion by Ann Staiert to approve the modified supplemental amount.Greg Schultz seconded the motion.All voted “aye”.Motion carried.

I. Approval of Proposed Language Changes for Certified Handbook

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the language changes for the Certified Handbook.Ann Staiert seconded the motion.All voted “nay”.Motion failed.Motion by Greg Schultz to approve Section 6G and 6F and send Section 11A3 back to the LMC for further discussion.In place of - “In the best interest of the district” suggested language to consider - “And other relevant factors pertaining to the reductions.”

J. Board / Administrators / Directors Social

The social was postponed to Monday, January 28, 2019.The January Work Session will be moved to Monday, January 21, 2019.

K. Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Greg Schultz and seconded by Ann Staiert to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:50 p.m.All voted “aye”.Motion carried

____________________________________________ _____________________________________________

Curt Becker Debbie Schoening

President Board Secretary pro tem

Uploaded Files:

Minutes for December 10, 2018.pdf

February 11, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:45 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, February 11, 2019

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, and Theresa Romens.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M with the correction to Nicole Mann’s salary to be $14,733.33 salary for the remainder of fiscal year 2019. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on January 14, 2019 and the special meeting and board work session on January 21, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
401.6	Resignation of Licensed Personnel

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Bryan Diekmann	Asst HS Football Coach (19/20)	$3,640
Barbara Hammer	Administrative Assistant - Operations Department	$15.00 per hour / Contingent upon completion of all pre-employment reqs and favorable background check results.
Jeremy Rodman	Substitute Bus Driver	$16.73/Route probationary, then $35.42/Route Contingent upon completion of all pre-employment reqs and favorable background check results.

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Traci Ashburn

From Food Service Dishwasher to Food Service Substitute

$9.65 per hour

Nicole Mann

From Operations Dept Admin. Asst to Transportation Coordinator

~~$17.00 per hour~~

$14,733.33 through 6/30/19

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
JenniLee Artist	Administrative Assistant - Accounts Payable / Receivable	Retirement	06/30/2019
Chanelle Bush-Martin	Health Aide	Resignation	02/04/2019
Kate Dean	Substitute Nurse	Resignation	03/01/2019
Makala McGhee	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	01/25/2019
Darion White	Assistant High School Volleyball Coach	Resignation	01/16/2019

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DIST REQUESTED	REASON	DIST OF RESIDENCE	APPROVE OR DENY	FUNDED
Victoria B.	Glenwood	Remain after move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Tyler D.	Council Bluffs	Remain after move	Glenwood	Approve	Yes
Austin J.	Clayton Ridge	2019-2020 SY	Glenwood	Approve	Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of December 31, 2018.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
West Library	BOGO Book Fair	Books	AMAP	4/2-4/12/19
MS Student Council	Friendship Day	VR Equipment for MS	$300	2/8-2/15/19
MS Student Council	MS Activity Night	VR Equipment for MS	$500	2/8/2019
Reach/SADD	Pink Out Basketball	Mills County Relay for Life and American Cancer Society	AMAP	2/5/2019
Culinary Arts	Restaurant and Food Sales	Fund Restaurant and food sales	$1000	1/14-5/24/19

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Terry Marlow	School Nutrition Association Legislative Conference in DC	Washington DC	2/21/2019	2/27/2019
Jeff Bissen	State AD Convention	Iowa City, IA	3/24/2019	3/26/2019
David Clark and students	ISU Cyclone Honor Band Festival	Ames, IA	1/31/2019	2/2/2019
Kathy Johnson and students	To participate in and compete in the Business Professionals of America State Conference & Competition	Des Moines, IA	2/17/2019	2/19/2019
Devin Embray	SAI Executive Leaders	Ankeny, IA	1/17/2019	1/18/2019
Devin Embray	Legislative Education Advocacy Conference	Altoona, IA	2/4/2019	2/5/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL YEAR
Geometry	Draft	2018-2019
Trig/Pre-Calculus	Draft	2018-2019
Biology	Draft	2018-2019
Algebra II	Draft	2018-2019
Calculus	Draft	2018-2019
HS Financial Literacy	Draft	2018-2019
Chemistry Curriculum	Draft	2018-2019
Environmental Science	Draft	2018-2019
Computer Science Essentials	Draft	2018-2019
K-5 Social Studies	Final	2018-2019
Hospitality and Baking	Final	2018-2019

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

Estimated completion still on time. Moving forward with turf.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval of Vehicle Assessment Plan

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the vehicle assessment plan as presented. Ann Staeirt seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Five Year Plan

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the five year plan as presented. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval to Purchase Suburban

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the purchase of a 2017 Chevy Suburban from Barrett Auto. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of Service Agreement with USCC Services LLC

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the service agreement with USCC Services LLC to purchase Unite GPS to replace the district’s current Transfinder program. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of School Officer Liaison Program Agreement

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the School Officer Liaison agreement with the Coty of Glenwood. Ann Staeirt seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Michelle Bahr and seconded by Greg Schultz to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:57 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

Uploaded Files:

February 11, 2019 Meeting.pdf

February 25, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, February 25, 2019

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 6:00 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

New Business

1. Approval of Bill

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve payment of current bills. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

2. Approve 2 night custodians to transfer to night lead custodian

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the transfer of two night custodians to night lead custodians. Each will receive a 50 cent per hour increase. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

3. Approval to purchase the Evaluation & Implementation Module from Frontline

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the purchase of the Evaluation & Implementation Module from Frontline. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Work Session

The Board heard from Middle School Principal Stanely and High School Principal Hutchinson about the quarterly outcome assessment data. Curriculum Director Burk also presented course enrollment data to the Board.

The Board and Finance Director Buman then reviewed and discussed the mid-year standing and projections for the District through year end and the coming fiscal year. Superintendent Embray then discussed the current standings of the strategic initiatives in place for the District.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Greg Schultz to adjourn the Special Meeting/Work Session at 8:09 p.m. Michelle Bahr seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

Uploaded Files:

February 25, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session.pdf

January 14, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:45 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, January 14, 2019

Public Hearing

Public Hearing began at 6:45 p.m.

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, and Theresa Romens.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M with the addition of the Culinary Arts Restaurant and Food Sales Fundraiser. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on December 10, 2018.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
604.1	Instructional Materials Selection
604.1R	Instructional Materials Selection Regulations
604.2	Instructional Materials Inspection
604.3	Instructional Materials Reconsideration
604.3RF	Instructional Materials Reconsideration Request Form
604.4	Use of Information Resources
604.4R	Use of Information Resources Regulations
604.5	Technology

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Kendal Arnold	Special Education Teacher Associate	$10.54 per hour
Gerald Blum	Substitute Suburban Driver	$16.73 per route (while probationary), and then $35.42 per route
Loleta Cadena	Substitute Associate	$10.54 per hour
Desiree Cook	General Education Teacher Associate	$9.54 per hour
Ian Hunt	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour w/ 50 cent shift differential
Kyle Jepsen	Special Education Teacher Associate	$10.54 per hour
Katie Larsen	Assistant HS Girls Track Coach	$3,640
Shelby Matteo	Special Education Teacher Associate	$10.54 per hour
Sarah Phillips	Special Education Teacher Associate	$10.54 per hour
Brandi Roberts	Food Service Dishwasher	$10.87 per hour
Mary Stegall	Food Service Worker/Cook	$10.87 per hour

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM / TO	WAGE
Kim Arnold	Part Time Kid’s Place Secretary to Substitute Kid’s Place Secretary	No change
Brandi Roberts	Food Service Dishwasher to Substitute Food Service Worker	$9.87 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Sandra Burk	School Improvement Specialist	Retirement	June 30, 2019
Adam Buthe	Assistant HS Football Coach	Resignation	December 29, 2018
Sarah Carter	Child Care Associate	Resignation	December 26, 2018
Crystal Dees	Special Education Teacher Assoc	Resignation	December 21, 2018
Rachel Keane	Middle School Math Teacher	Resignation	End of 2018-2019 SY
Julie Laudon	Transportation Coordinator	Resignation	December 28, 2018
Gerard Leahy	Bus Driver	Resignation	January 18, 2019
Samantha Mallow	Child Care Associate	Resignation	December 21, 2018
Bailey Mitchell	Child Care Associate	Resignation	December 28, 2018
Brian Stanley	Teacher	Retirement	End of 2018-2019 SY
Vicky Wood	Middle School Math Teacher	Resignation	End of 1st Semester Pending Suitable Replacement
John Woodrow	Assistant HS Football Coach	Resignation	December 29, 2018

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DISTRICT REQUESTED	REASON	DISTRICT OF RESIDENCE	APPROVE OR DENY	FUDNED
Ashton M.	Glenwood - 19-20	Siblings Attend Glenwood	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Austin P.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Trant P.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Kaleigha R.	Glenwood	Family Move	Council Bluffs	Approve	Yes
Taylor S.	Clayton Ridge -19-20		Glenwood	Approve	Yes
Justin S.	Clayton Ridge -19-20		Glenwood	Approve	Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of December 31, 2018.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
West Library	BOGO Book Fair	Books	AMAP	4/2-4/12/19
MS Student Council	Friendship Day	VR Equipment for MS	$300	2/8-2/15/19
MS Student Council	MS Activity Night	VR Equipment for MS	$500	2/8/2019
Reach/SADD	Pink Out Basketball	Mills County Relay for Life and American Cancer Society	AMAP	2/5/2019
Culinary Arts	Restaurant and Food Sales	Fund Restaurant and food sales	$1000	1/14-5/24/19

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Terry Marlow	School Nutrition Association Legislative Conference in DC	Washington DC	2/21/2019	2/27/2019
Jeff Bissen	State AD Convention	Iowa City, IA	3/24/2019	3/26/2019
David Clark and students	ISU Cyclone Honor Band Festival	Ames, IA	1/31/2019	2/2/2019
Kathy Johnson and students	To participate in and compete in the Business Professionals of America State Conference & Competition	Des Moines, IA	2/17/2019	2/19/2019
Devin Embray	SAI Executive Leaders	Ankeny, IA	1/17/2019	1/18/2019
Devin Embray	Legislative Education Advocacy Conference	Altoona, IA	2/4/2019	2/5/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL YEAR
Geometry	Draft	2018-2019
Trig/Pre-Calculus	Draft	2018-2019
Biology	Draft	2018-2019
Algebra II	Draft	2018-2019
Calculus	Draft	2018-2019
HS Financial Literacy	Draft	2018-2019
Chemistry Curriculum	Draft	2018-2019
Environmental Science	Draft	2018-2019
Computer Science Essentials	Draft	2018-2019
K-5 Social Studies	Final	2018-2019
Hospitality and Baking	Final	2018-2019

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

Theresa Romens mentioned the sidewalk grants that were discussed at the Super Board meeting.

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

Gateway building is underway and on track. Roundabout will begin soon. Grandstand design is almost finalized. Decision on turf needs to be finalized by the 22^nd.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

Approval to Bid Roof Project

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve going to bid for the for the partial roof replacement project at West Elementary and Middle School/Alternative School. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Greg Schultz and seconded by Theresa Romens to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:21 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

Uploaded Files:

January 14, 2019 Meeting.pdf

July 18, 2018 Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office

4:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 25, 2017

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Work Session to order at 4:00 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

The Board immediately entered into a Work Session where they discussed board goals/action plan IASB Self Assessmnet with Dana Schon as Facilitator.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Greg Schultz to adjourn the Work Session at 8:15 p.m. Ann Staiert seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

Uploaded Files:

July 18, 2018 Work Session.pdf

July 9, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 7:00 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, July 9, 2018

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Theresa Romens, and Ann Staiert.

Spotlight on Education

The Board recognized boys and girls tennis.

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on June 11, 2018 and the special meeting on June 25, 2018.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
503.1	Student Health and Immunization Certificates
505.4	Graduation Requirements
505.5	Early Graduation
505.6	Commencement
803.1	Purchasing and Bidding

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
none

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Dave Kittle	Substitute Bus Driver	$33.46 per route
Darion White	Assistant HS Girls Volleyball Coach	$3,640

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM/TO	WAGE
Destiny DeLashmutt	From Sub Teacher to Teacher - Kindergarten	$38,871 - Contingent upon receipt and review of transcripts and favorable background check results.
Cory Terry	From Sub Bus Driver to Route Bus Driver	$35.42 per route

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Gina Christofferson	Preschool Associate	Resignation	June 25, 2018
Danny Jennings	Building Custodian	Resignation	June 27, 2018
Elizabeth Schultz	Special Education Teacher Associate	Termination	June 28, 2018
Connie Sperling	Part Time Kid’s Place Secretary	Resignation	To Be Determined
Keith Tucker	Head Boys Tennis Coach	Resignation	June 25, 2018
Jean Seeta Zimmer	Substitute Teacher	Resignation	June 26, 2018

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DISTRICT REQUESTED	REASON	DISTRICT OF RESIDENCE
Hayli H.	GCSD	Family Move	East Mills Comm. School District
Peyton H.	GCSD	Family Move	East Mills Comm. School District
Kami P.	CBCSD	Good Cause Request	Glenwood Comm. School District
Pierson W.	GCSD	Kindergarten Student	Red Oak Comm. School District

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of June 30, 2018.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
MS/HS Boys Cross Country	Fried Chicken Dinner	Travel expenses, team shirts, year end bonfire and awards, summer camp t-shirts	$2,000	10/30/2018

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE	RETURN
Genie Wickham	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/08/2018	08/09/2018
Sandi Burk	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/08/2018	08/09/2018
Devin Embray	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/08/2018	08/09/2018
Sherry Herron	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/08/2018	08/09/2018
Rick Nickerson	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/08/2018	08/09/2018
Richard Hutchinson	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/08/2018	08/09/2018
Jessica Miller	Iowa State Fairgrounds	Altoona, IA	08/08/2018	08/10/2018
Jessica Miller	Planning for Second Half of District Events FFA District Advisor & District FFA Officer Team	Ankeny, IA	09/16/2018	09/17/2018
Cindy Menendez	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/08/2018	08/09/2018
Heidi Stanley	School Administrators of Iowa Annual Conf.	Des Moines, IA	08/07/2018	08/09/2018

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL Year
none

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

Currently in the design phase. Bids should go out in July and potential demo date is October 10^th. Brick campaign will be launching soon and be handled by the Booster Club.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

Approval of Consortium Agreement with Council Bluffs Comm School District for 2018-2019

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the consortium agreement for services provided at day programs within the boundaries of the Council Bluffs School District – Children’s Square and Heartland Family Services. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Proposed Middle School Handbook Changes

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the proposed changes so the language aligns with the instructional procedure booklet being given to teachers. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval of Proposed Middle School Staff Handbook Changes

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the proposed changes so the language aligns with the instructional procedure booklet being given to teachers. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Glenwood Educators Guidebook (Draft)

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the draft Glenwood Educators Guidebook. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Professional Growth and Evaluation System (Draft)

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Professional Growth and Evaluation System Draft. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Approval of Revisions to Board Policy 701.3 – Meal Charges

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the revision to board policy 701.3- Meal Charges as well as waving the second read. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Ann Staiert and seconded by Theresa Romens to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:04 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

Uploaded Files:

July 9, 2018 Meeting.pdf

June 10, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:30 P.M.

103 Central Suite 300

Monday, June 10, 2019

Closed Session

CLOSED SESSION: To evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when a closed session is necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that individual requests a closed session

Greg Schultz made a motion to enter into closed session at 6:30 p.m. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and Curt Becker were present. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion to enter return to open session at 7:10 p.m. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and Curt Becker were present, all voted “aye”.

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:14 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, and Theresa Romens.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on May 13, 2019

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
NONE

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
803.1	Purchasing and Bidding
803.1E1	Checklist for Project Consideration
803.1E2	Purchasing and Bidding Flowchart
803.1R1	Process for Competitively Bidding Projects Costing Over $135,000
803.2	Requisition / Purchase Orders
803.3	Receiving Goods and Services
803.4	Approval and Payment for Goods and Services
803.5	Unpaid Warrants
803.6	Payday Schedules
803.7	Payroll Deductions
803.8	Travel Allowance
803.9	Special Assessments

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Kara Clark	Suburban Route / Bus Assoc	$35.42 per route / $12.37 per hour
David Coakley, Jr.	Teacher	$43,573.04 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs, favorable background check, receipt/review of official transcripts
Connie Cook	Teacher	$41,826 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs, favorable background check, receipt/ review of official transcripts
Carol Dworak	Teacher	$50,678.94 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs, favorable background check, receipt/review of official transcripts
Michelle Fluckey	Social Emotional Liaison	$40,876 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check
Bruce Landstrom	Teacher	$40,876 -Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs, favorable background check, receipt/review of official transcripts
Amanda Pitzen	Teacher	$53,117.20 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs, favorable background check , receipt/review of official transcripts
Kamden Poppa	Teacher	$39,876 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs, favorable background check, receipt/review of official transcripts
Lindsey Tadin	Social Emotional Liaison	$34,930 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check results

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM / TO	WAGE
Leah Davis	From Print Shop Associate to Print Shop Assistant	$12.00 per hour
Cory Faust	From Teacher to Assistant High School Principal	$80,000
Chelsea Gunderson	From .5 PreK Teacher to .5 Pre-K and .5 Level I SPED Teacher	$44,027.20
Jeanne McGinnis	From Bus Associate to Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Aaron Aistrope	Bus Driver	Resignation
Lee Chambers	Bus Driver	Resignation
Thomas Doyle	Custodian	Resignation	May 15, 2019
Cory Faust	Teacher, Head Girls Track, Summer Strength & Conditioning	Resignation (Pending approval of Asst HS Principal position)	May 26, 2019
Candace Finn	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	May 31, 2019
Amy Fletcher	Administrative Assistant - Technology	Resignation	May 31, 2019
Daeton Holeton	Child Care Associate	Resignation	May 31, 2019
Judith Isadore	Substitute Teacher Associate	Resignation	June 1, 2019
Valerie Jordan	Special Education Teacher Associate	Resignation	May 31, 2019
Dennis Kelly	Authorized Substitute Teacher	Resignation	June 3, 2019
Laura Oster	Teacher	Resignation	End of 2018-2019 SY
Steven Pavelka	Suburban Driver	Resignation	May 14, 2019
Todd Peverill	Assistant High School Boys Track Coach	Resignation	May 31, 2019
Kaden Wray	Child Care Associate	Resignation	May 24, 2019
Lyle Young	Custodian	Resignation	May 31, 2019

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DIST REQUESTED	REASON	DIST OF RESIDENCE	APPROVE OR DENY	FUDNED
Bella E.	Treynor	Kindergarten Student (Siblings attend Treynor)	Glenwood	Approve	Yes
Aurora K.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Landynn K.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Christian M.	Council Bluffs	Family Move	Glenwood	Approve	Yes
Rebecca M.	Council Bluffs	Family Move	Glenwood	Approve	Yes
Sebastian M.	Council Bluffs	Family Move	Glenwood	Approve	Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of May 31 , 2019.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
None

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Kylee Stanton	Softball Tournament	Ames, IA	6/21/2019	6/22/2019
Brian Bertini	Softball Tournament	Ames, IA	6/21/2019	6/22/2019
Erin Peschel	Softball Tournament	Ames, IA	6/21/2019	6/22/2019
Myranda Starner	Softball Tournament	Ames, IA	6/21/2019	6/22/2019
Rick Nickerson	ESSA Training	Des Moines	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Chris Visser	PLTW Training - Computer Science	Worcester, MA	7/7/2019	7/19/2019
Dixie Thomas	Summer Cheer Camp	Ames, IA	6/24/2019	6/26/2019
Kathi Krzycki	Long+Live+Math	Bonita Springs, Florida	7/7/2018	7/12/2019
Ben Haynes	PLTW - Flight & Space Training	Milwaukee, WI	7/10/2019	7/13/2019
Colleen Confer	Long+Live+Math	Bonita Springs, FL	7/7/2019	7/12/2019
Heidi Stanley	ESSA Conference	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Nicole Mann	IPTA Conference	Des Moines, IA	7/15/2019	7/17/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL YEAR
6th Grade English / Language Arts	Final	2018-2019

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

Ann Staiert spoke about the changes and drop in funding for Boost 4 Familes.

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

Mr. Embray gave an update to the activities complex

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval of Family Handbook Revisions

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the revisions to the High School, Middle School, and Elementary family handbooks. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Staff Handbook Revisions

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the revisions to the High School and Middle School staff handbooks. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval of Increases for Directors and Administrators for 2019-2020

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the salary increases as proposed. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of Administrator and Director Stipends

Theresa Romes made a motion to approve the stipends as proposed. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of Partnership with YMCA

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the partnership with the YMCA. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

F. Approval of Boys and Girls Swimming Cooperative Agreement

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the cooperative agreement with Lewis Central for boys and girls swimming. Greg Scgultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

G. Approval of Quote for Chromebooks

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the quote for purchase of Chromebooks. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

H. Approval of Safety Plan

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the Safety Plan as propsed. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Greg Schultz and seconded by Michelle Bahr to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:13 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buma

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June 6, 2019 Special Meeting and Exempt Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

12:00 p.m. Thursday June 6, 2019

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Exempt Session to order at 12:04 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Michelle Bahr, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

New Business

D. CLOSED SESSION: To review or discuss records which are required or authorized be kept confidential as authorized by Section 21.5(1)(a) of the open meetings law.

Michelle Bahr made a motion to enter into closed session at 12:05 p.m. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Michelle Bahr, Theresa Romens, Curt Becker were present, all voted “aye”.

E. OPEN SESSION

Michelle Bahr made a motion to enter return to open session at 12:40 p.m. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken, Michelle Bahr, Theresa Romens, Curt Becker were present, all voted “aye”.

Exempt Session

Information was shared and discussed in regards to Administrator and Director Comparables.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Theresa Romens to adjourn the Special Meeting/Exempt Session at 1:05 p.m. Michelle Bahr seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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March 11, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District
Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:45 P.M.
High School Media Center
Monday, March 11, 2019

Public Hearing
The public hearing in regards to the school calendars for 2019/2020 and 2020/2021 began at 6:45 p.m.
Call to Order
President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, and Theresa Romens.
Spotlight on Education
None
Friends of Education
None
Consideration of Action on Consent Items
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
4A - Approval of Minutes
Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on February 11, 2019 and the special meeting and board work session on February 25, 2019..
4B – Approval of Agenda
4C – Approval of Board Policies
Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
401.6	Resignation of Licensed Personnel

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
604.6	Technology Policy
604.6CF	Consent to Student Use of the District’s Technology Network Systems and Internet Access
604.6GF	Staff Acceptance Form and Consent to Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access
604.8	Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access
604.8P	Glenwood Community School District App Procedures
604.9	Proposed Website Disclaimer
604.9F	Add URL to Blocked Status Form
604.10	Outside Resource People
604.11	Field Trips and Excursions
604.12	Homework

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Gary Anderson	Sub Food Service Worker	$9.87 per hour
Alyssa Burns	Sub Teacher	$151 per day
Kathy Johnson	Accompanist for Band/Vocal Practices & Contest	$500 Stipend
Kevin Kilpatrick	Musical - Vocal Music Director	$1,560
Chad Lang	Director of School Improvement	$85,000 - Contingent upon favorable background check results.
Courtney Long	8th Grade Math Teacher	$46,521 - Contingent upon completion of all pre-employment reqs, receipt & review of transcripts & favorable background check.
Jessica Reyes	Authorized Sub Teacher	$141 per day

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM / TO	WAGE
Randi Cloyed	From Special Education Teacher Associate to Food Service Worker	$10.87 per hour
Jeanne McGinnis	From Bus Assoc & SpEd Assoc to Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
Kelsey Miller	Voluntary Transfer from MS Special Education to 7th Grade Geography	N/A
Shiloh Pruett	From Building Custodian to Lead Teacher at Kid’s Place Daycare	$10.35 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Devona Case	Mentoring with Heart Coordinator	Resignation	05/24/2019
Shirley Howard	Special Education Teacher Associate	Retirement	05/31/2019
Jacqueline Johnson	High School Social Studies Teacher	Resignation	End of 18-19 SY
Blaine Maher	Substitute Teacher	Retirement	03/31/2019
Nichole Perdue	Child Care Associate	Resignation	02/22/2019
Wyatt Schulz	Assistant HS Baseball Coach	Resignation	03/06/2019
Lyndie Van Ness	Child Care Associate	Resignation	03/02/2019

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DIST REQUESTED	REASON	DIST OF RESIDENCE	APPROVE OR DENY	FUDNED
Ayden A.	Glenwood CSD	19-20 Application	Hamburg CSD	Approve	Yes
Matthew B.	Glenwood CSD	19-20 Application	Fremont-Mills CSD	Approve	Yes
Aiden C.	Lewis Central CSD	Remainder of 18-19	Glenwood CSD	Approve	Yes
Akira L.	Clayton Ridge (Approved)	19-20 Application	Glenwood CSD	Approve	Yes
Addilyn L.	Glenwood CSD	19-20 Application	East Mills CSD	Approve	Yes
Audraya L.	Glenwood CSD	19-20 Application	East Mills CSD	Approve	Yes
Parker N.	Treynor CSD (Approved)	19-20 Application	Glenwood CSD	Approve	Yes
Maysen P.	Glenwood	19-20 Application	Council Bluffs	Approve	Yes
Kalainee T.	Glenwood CSD	19-20 Application for Dual Enrollment	Glenwood CSD	Deny
William T.	Glenwood CSD	19-20 Application	Fremont-Mills CSD	Approve	Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of February 28, 2018.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
Northeast Elem.	Jump Rope for Heart	Raise money for American Heart Association	AMAP	02/22 - 03/14/19
Key Club	Coin War	Raise money for black metal trash cans for the new complex	$200	03/18 - 03/30/19
MS Student Council	Activity Night	Homecoming 2019, Teacher Appreciation Day, 2019-2020 Start Up	$500	04/12/2019
MS Student Council	Hat Day	Teacher Appreciation Day 2019	$150	April 2019
MS Talent Show	GCMS Talent Show	To purchase microphone stands for the auditorium; remaining as a donation to staff member	$500	04/19/2019

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Kathryn Johnson	National Business Professionals of America	Anaheim, CA	04/30/2019	05/04/2019
Cory Faust	Drake Relays	Des Moines, IA	04/26/2019	04/27/2019
Devin Embray	NSBA Annual Conference	Philadelphia, PA	03/29/2019	04/01/2019
Kristi Buman	NSBA Annual Conference	Philadelphia, PA	03/29/19	04/01/2019
Michael Joyner	Boys Golf Tournament	Pella, IA	04/12/2019	04/13/2019
Katie Wilson	Nebraska Wesleyan Track Meet	Lincoln, NE	03/19/2019	03/19/2019
Lori Burton	2019 IAAE Annual Spring Conference	Altoona, IA	04/11/2019	04/12/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Rethink your Drink	If awarded, Delta Dental will provide a water bottle filling station.	N/A

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL YEAR
6th Grade Social Studies	Draft	2018-2019
8th Grade US History	Draft	2018-2019
Economics	Final	2018-2019
Sociology	Final	2018-2019
Psychology	Final	2018-2019

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

Student Rae Kennedy presented information her class had received from her art teacher and showed the board some of her art work and discussed what the arts mean to her and students in the district.

Comments from Board

Ann Staiert shared out information regarding Boost for families. They met last week funding going down. RFP process started for early childhood areas are open for submittal on Boost for Families website. A little bit of money for a lot of programs. They are one board members short from Mills County.

Presentations

1.A STAR Event group will be sharing results from their project on mental health.

One of Janis Moore’s FCCLA student groups presented to the BOE on mental health awareness. They shared information regarding the current state of affairs at the high school as well as a proposed plan of action to increase the mental health awareness of students at the high school and to include monthly assemblies on mental health.

2.The Kindergarten teachers will share a presentation with the board regarding information on “staggered start” for Kindergarten. The Kindergarten staff shared a proposal with the BOE about an innovative approach to starting the year. The proposal called “Staggered Start.” This approach would cut the class of 18-22 in half and place them in group A/B with one group going M/W/F and the other group going T/TH. The schedule would switch the following week. Each group would receive five days that will be more personalized in the beginning of the year for many different things that these students are experiencing for the first time. The BOE will make a decision regarding the proposal at their March regular work session.

Activity Complex Update

Mr. Embray gave an update to the activities complex. They are on schedule, but have a technical four week delay put in place due to how they have decided to tackle the project. They feel by rearranging things they will make this time up and then some. They are currently double and triple checking placements of the grandstands and track and field.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval to Renew with Frontline Education

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the renewal of the Absence and Substitute Management System with Frontline Education for the 2019-2020 school year. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Agreement with DJ Barry Strong

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the agreement with DJ Barry Strong for services to be provided for Prom on May 4, 2019. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval of 2019-2020 School Calendar and 2020-2021 School Calendar

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the school calendars for the next two school years, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021. In the 19-20 calendar April 14^th will be a snow make up day with graduation on May 31^st; 20-21 calendar April 6^th will be a snow make up day with graduation May 30^th. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of Agreements Spiral Communications. Discussion Prior to motion regarding options

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the agreements with Spiral Communications with the Professional Service agreement as is, the leased fiber as a 1 yr, and the internet connectivity as a 1 year 800Mbps. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Greg Schultz and seconded by Theresa Romens to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:13 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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March 22, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, March 22, 2019

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 6:08 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, and President Becker.

New Business

1. Approval of Bills

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve payment of current bills. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

2. Separations from District

Michael Joyner - Resignation - Teaching & Coaching Positions - End of the 2018-19 SY

Margo Young - Retirement - Teaching Position - End of the 2018-19 SY

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the Separations from District as listed. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

3. Approval of Application for Cooperative Sponsorship

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the application for Cooperative Sponsorship with East Mills for boys tennis. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4. Approval of Bid for Roof Replacement

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the bid from Scott Enterprises for the partial roof modifications at West Elem and Middle School. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye.” Motion carried.

5. Approval to Apply for a Grant

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the grant application as submitted. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye.” Motion carried.

6. Approval of Out of State / Overnight Requests

David ClarkIowa Jazz Championships4/1-2/19Ames, IA

Dan Schoening Iowa Jazz Championships 4/1-2/19 Ames, IA

Kevin Kilpatrick Northeast Comm. College Jazz Champ. 3/25/19 Norfolk, NE

Kevin Kilpatrick Women’s Choir Festival 4/8/19 UNL - Lincoln, NE

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the out of state/overnight requests. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Work Session

The board viewed a draft of a quarterly report/newsletter presented by Cheri Maxwell.

Curriculum Director Burk presented on the FAST Benchmarks and the School Profiles.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Greg Schultz to adjourn the Special Meeting/Work Session at 7:23 p.m. Michelle Bahr seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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May 13, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:45 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, May 13, 2019

Board Appreciation

A reception was held for Board Appreciation Month

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, and Theresa Romens.

Spotlight on Education

Superintendent Embray rcognized Bus Driver Dave Young and Coach Todd Peverill for their heroic actions while in route to a girls track meet.

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on April 8, 2019; the special meeting and board work session on March 25, 2019; and the special meeting on April 26, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
NONE

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Jana Aldrich	Special Ed Teacher - Strategist I	$40,543 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results
Brian Bertini	Assistant Softball Coach	$3,640
Tom Doyle	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour w/ 50 cent shift differential after 6:00 p.m.
Barry Loeffelbein	Assistant Baseball Coach	$3,640
Andrea McClary	Teacher - 1st Grade	$39,876 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results
Erin Peschel	Assistant Softball Coach	$3,640
Holly Schneider	Elementary Teacher Asst Girls Basketball Coach	$39,876 - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check results $3,780 (19-20)
Krystal West	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM / TO	WAGE
Megan Newberry	Transfer Spec Ed Teacher - Level ⅔ at West Elem. to SpeC Ed Teacher - Level I at Ne Elem.	No Change

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Robin Albert	Teacher / Instructional Coach	Retirement	End of 2018-2019 SY
Bradley Asche	Teacher	Resignation	End of 2018-2019 SY
Teresa Bledsoe	Teacher	Retirement	End of 2018-2019 SY
Meghan Day	Child Care Associate	Resignation	May 3, 2019
Alexia Durbin	Health Aide	Resignation	April 30, 2019
Logan Giesting	Child Care Associate	Resignation	May 10, 2019
Nate Nebel	Summer Mower	Resignation	April 28, 2019
Susan Utterback	Teacher Associate	Retirement	May 31, 2019

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DIST REQUESTED	REASON	DIST OF RESIDENCE	APPROVE OR DENY	FUDNED
Cory J.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Jaxon R.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Jaylyn R.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes
Jazmyn R.	Glenwood	Family Move	East Mills	Approve	Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of April 30, 2019.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
Softball	Salad Luncheon	overnight stays and other incidental expenses	$1,500	6/18/2019
Key Club	lids 4 kids	funds for cystic fibrosis- Team Giaffoglione	$500	5/15/2019
FCCLA	Flamingo Fundraiser	funds for national conference for 14 delegates	AMAP	5/14-6/14/19
FCCLA	Coffee Sales	funds for national conference for 14 delegates	AMAP	5/14-6/14/19
FCCLA	Trivia Night	funds for national conference for 14 delegates	AMAP	5/14-6/14/19
FCCLA	Movie Night	funds for national conference for 14 delegates	AMAP	5/14-6/14/19
FCCLA	Tip Night	funds for national conference for 14 delegates	AMAP	5/14-6/14/19
Cheerleaders	Cheer Camp/ Shirts	new signs	$50-$100	5/15-7/15/19
Cheerleaders	car wash	homecoming supplies	$100-250	6/29/2019
Cheerleaders	lil Rams Cheer Camp	ICCA Fees and competition fees	$600-$1,500	TBD
Cheerleaders	Homecoming Business Window Painting	state competition expenses (hotel, meals), accessories, tryout and banquet	$1,000-$2,500	9/7-9/29/19
Cheerleaders	car wash	program signs and new poms	$100-$250	7/20/2019
Cheerleaders	car wash	2019-2020 season expenses	$100-$250	8/17/2019

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Dani Woodman	Iowa Reading Conference	Ames, Iowa	6/24/2019	6/26/2019
Melonie Doyle	Iowa Reading Association	Ames, Iowa	6/24/2019	6/26/2019
Nancy Wright	Iowa Reading Association	Ames, Iowa	6/23/2019	6/26/2019
Terry Marlow	School Nutrition Association of Iowa	Dubuque	6/16/2019	6/19/2019
Ann Kastrup	School Nutrition Association of Iowa	Dubuque	6/16/2019	6/19/2019
Janis Moore	IFCSE Conference	Ames, IA	08/04/2019	08/06/2019
Dan Schoening	Iowa Bandmasters Conference	Des Moines, IA	05/09/2019	05/11/2019
Meg Schroeder	ESSA Summer Institute	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Alison Tucker	ESSA Training in Des Moines	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Amie Abbott	ESSA Workshop/Training	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Courtney Buthe	ESSA	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Trisha Nanfito	ESSA Training	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Genie Wickham	ESSA work	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019
Lauriel Weekly	ESSA meeting	Des Moines, IA	6/12/2019	6/14/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT	DRAFT/FINAL	SCHOOL YEAR
7th Grade Social Studies	Draft	2019-2020
Criminology	Final	2019-2020
Fundamentals of Agriculture	Final	2019-2020
PLTW Gateway (MS): Design and Modeling	Final	2019-2020
PLTW Gateway (MS): Robotics and Automation	Final	2019-2020

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

Karen Bueltel spoke to the BOE and thanked them for their services. She also thanked Superintendent Embray for his leadership and devotion to students, staff, and community through flood response. Also acknowledged for their service were HS Principal Hutchinson and Curriculum Director Burk

Comments from Board

Theresa shared information from the Super Board meeting in regards to the flooding, city of Glenwood Fire Department needs, and city sidewalks down Sharp St.

Presentations

Lori Burton presented the BOE with information on the new career software the High School has been using and would like to move forward with in the coming years. She walked the BOE through the software and gave them a view from the students perspective.

Activity Complex Update

Mr. Embray gave an update to the activities complex. Construction Crew has committed to 6 day work weeks as long as the weather permits.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval of Audit Proposal

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the proposal from Nolte, Cornman, and Johnson PC to continue as the District’s auditors for a 3 year period, ending June 30, 2021. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Iowa Association of School Boards Renewal

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the renewal of the District’s membership with IASB. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval of Iowa School Finance Information Services Renewal

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the renewal of the District’s membership with ISFIS. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of Agreement with Buena Vista Univeristy

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the with Buena Vista University to host field experiences, student teachers, practicums, and internships from 7/1/19-6/30/22. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of Food Service Meal Prices for the 2019-2020 School Year

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the meal process for the 2019-2020 school year to remain the same as 2018-2019. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

F. Approval of AEA Purchasing Agreement for 2019-2020 School Year

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the AEA Purchasing Agreement for the 2019-2020 school year for Food, small wares, and ware wash. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

G. Approval of Extension of Agreement with Bimbo Bakeries USA

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the extension of our current agreement with Bimbo Bakeries USA for the 2019-2020 school year. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

H. Approval of Extension of Agreement with Hiland Dairy

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the extension of our current agreement with Hiland Dairy for the 2019-2020 school year. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

I. Approval of Total Service Agreement with Jostens

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the Total Service Agreement with Jostens, effective the 2019-2020 school year through the 2023-2024 school year. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

J. Approval of Classified Staff Increase for the 2019-2020 School Year

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the 2.5% increase for Classified Staff for the 2019-2020 school year. Kids Place will be doing merit based increases on the 2.5% scale. The 2.5% equals a total increase of $86,272.03. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Greg Schultz and seconded by Theresa Romens to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:00 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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Minutes for November 26, 2018

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

6:00 p.m., Monday, November 26, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 6:00 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda item 1A – Approval of Bills. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Work Session

The Board heard from HS Principal Richard Hutchinson in regards to the High School’s outcome data, ACT data, ACT Fridays, and G.P.A. vs proficiency rubrics.

MS Principal Heidi Stanley shared the Middle School’s outcome data with the Board.

School Improvement Director Sandi Burk, with assistance from West Elem. Principal Genie Wickham and NE Elem. Principal Sherry Herron presented FAST data to the Board. Also discussed was SAMI ESSA training, and Interventions being done at the building level.

Activities Director Jeff Bissen shared information on surveys for fall activities, sharing strengths, weaknesses and opportunities.

Board member Greg Schultz presented the BADGE program – Brave Armed Defenders Guarding Education.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Greg Schultz to adjourn the Special Meeting/Work Session at 9:05 p.m. Ann Staiert seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________________ ____________________________________

Curt Becker Devin Embray

Present Board Secretary pro tem

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November 12, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 5:00 P.M.

Glenwood Comm School District Central Office 103 Central Third Floor

Monday, November 12, 2018

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Theresa Romens, Michelle Bahr, and Ann Staiert.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4L with changes including adding the termination of Belynda Brammer and removing the transfer of Jeanne Parks. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the special board meeting and work session on October 1, 2018; regular meeting on October 8, 2018; and special board meeting and work session on October 15, 2018.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
700	Statement of Guiding Principles for Auxiliary Services
701.1	School Food Service Program
701.2	Free or Reduced Cost Meals Eligibility
702.1	School Transportation Services
702.2	Student School Transportation Eligibility
702.3	School Transportation for Extracurricular Activities
702.4	Summer School Transportation Services
702.5	School Transportation of Nonschool Groups
702.5GF	Use of School Transportation by Nonschool Groups Agreement Form
702.6	School Transportation in Inclement Weather

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Mary Jane Agan	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day
William Agan	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day
Jeff Bissen	Assistant Boys Basketball	$3,640
Tracy Charon	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour plus 50 cent shift differential 6:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Carrie Christensen	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
Ciara Clement	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
Timothy Courtier	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour plus 50 cent shift differential 6:00 - 11:00 p.m. Contingent upon completion of all pre-employment reqs
Jeff DeYoung	10th-12th Large Group Speech	$3,380
Brenda Evans	9th Large Group Speech	$2,860
Carolina Hall	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day
Dennis Kelly	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
Wilma Kelly	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
Kevin Kilpatrick	Large Grp Speech Musical/Theatre	$520
Paula Leick	Health Aide	$9.54 per hour
Shiloh Pruett	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour plus 50 cent shift differential 6:00 - 11:00 p.m. Contingent upon completion of all pre-employment reqs & favorable background check results.
Robert Radford	Assistant HS Wrestling Coach	$3,640
Derrick Wilcox	Groundskeeper	$12.50 per hour
Lyle Young	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour plus 50 cent shift differential 6:00 - 11:00 p.m. Contingent upon completion of all pre-employment reqs & favorable background check results.

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM / TO	WAGE
Jay Boyle	From Building Custodian to Lead Custodian	$12.23 per hour
Mitzi Fink	From Health Aide to Substitute Special Education Associate	$10.54 per hour
Dave Hein	From Substitute Bus Driver to Regular Bus Driver	$35.42 per route
Nicole Kaufman	From Child Care Associate to Substitute Child Care Associate	No Change
Shelby Liddick	From Child Care Associate to Substitute Child Care Associate	No Change
Lynnette Malovrh	From Auth. Substitute Teacher to Secretary/On-Site Leader @ Kid’s Place	$13.00 per hour
Natalie Mannen	From PreK 1:1 Special Educ. Assoc. to Substitute Special Educ. Assoc.	No Change
~~Jeanne Parks~~	~~From Food Service Clerk to Substitute Food Service Worker~~	~~$10.33 per hour~~
Mike Schneider	From Substitute Bus Driver to Regular Bus Driver	$35.42 per route
Candy Sibbitt	From Food Service Dishwasher to Special Education Bus Associate	$12.37 per hour
Trenton Turney	From Assistant Boys Tennis Coach to Head Boys Tennis Coach	$4,160 contract

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Dennis Hagymasi	Lead Custodian	Resignation	October 22, 2018
Janice Kruse	Bus Associate	Resignation	October 8, 2018
Ray Larkins	Building Custodian	Resignation	October 25, 2018
Belynda Brammer	Special Education Associate	Termination	November 12, 2018

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DISTRICT REQUESTED	REASON	DISTRICT OF RESIDENCE
Jaxon B.	East Mills	Remain after move	Glenwood
Kameron F.	Glenwood	Remain after move	Council Bluffs
Brady N.	Glenwood	Remain after move	East Mills

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of October 31, 2018.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
Boys & Girls Basketball	Black & Gold Scrimmage	Team bonding and team dinner	$300	11/17/2018
FCCLA	Pass the Bucket	Iowa FCCLA Outreach Project	AMAP	12/1/18-2/15/19
MS Student Council	Staff Jeans Days	Donation	AMAP	11/19-20/2018
MS Student Council	Loose Change Collection	Donation	AMAP	December 2018
Builders Club	Bracelets	Donation	AMAP	Nov. & Dec. 2018
Builders Club	MS Activity Night	½ of the funds to Love Tree & ½ to Mills Co. Storehouse	$700	11/16/2018
Key Club	Be Kind T-Shirts	Sell Be Kind t-shirts & donate profits to a Suicide Prevention Group. Part of Key Club Mission.	AMAP	11/13/2018 - 12/07/2018

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Katie Larsen	Iowa Track & Field Coaches Clinic	Ames, IA	Dec. 7, 2018	Dec. 8, 2018
Ami Petersen	Iowa High School Dance Team Competition	Des Moines, IA	11/29/2018	12/1/2018
Michael Joyner	SAC Museum	Ashland, NE	11/19/2018	11/19/2018
Dixie Thomas	ICCA Honor Squad Cheer Event	Cedar Falls, IA	11/15/2018	11/16/2018
David Clark	ISDTA State Color Guard Competition	Des Moines, IA	11/29/2018	12/1/2018
David Clark	All-State Band	Ames, IA	11/15/2018	11/17/2018
Kelly Schubauer	SAC Museum	Ashland, NE	11/19/2018	11/19/2018
Adam Buthe	Wrestling Tournament	Des Moines, IA	12/14/2018	12/15/2018
Adam Buthe	Wrestling Tournament	Ames, IA	1/4/2019	1/5/2019
Adam Buthe	Wrestling Tournament	Basehor, KS	1/11/2019	1/12/2019
Adam Buthe	Wrestling tournament	Urbandale, IA	1/18/2019	1/19/2019
Brad Asche	Southeast Polk Wrestling Tournament	Des Moines, IA	12/14/2018	12/15/2018
Rob Radford	Southeast Polk Wrestling Tournament	Des Moines, IA	12/14/2018	12/15/2018
Brad Asche	Wrestling Tournament	Ames, IA	1/4/2019	1/5/2019
Rob Radford	Wrestling Tournament	Ames, IA	1/4/2019	1/5/2019
Brad Asche	Wrestling Tournament	Basehor, KS	1/11/2019	1/12/2019
Rob Radford	Wrestling tournament	Urbandale, IA	1/18/2019	1/19/2019
Brad Asche	Wrestling Tournament	Basehor, KS	1/11/2019	1/12/2019
Rob Radford	Wrestling tournament	Urbandale, IA	1/18/2019	1/19/2019
Jordan Bueltel	Iowa Track Coaches Annual Clinic	Ames IA	12/7/2018	12/8/2018
Ben Haynes	Iowa Track & Field Coaches Clinic	Ames, IA	12/7/2018	12/8/2018
Chris Visser	Iowa Track Coaches Clinic	Ames, IA	12/7/2018	12/8/2018
Mark Starner	IATC Coaches Clinic in Ames	Ames, IA	12/7/2018	12/8/2018
Katie Wilson	Iowa Track & Field Coaches Clinic	Ames, IA	Dec. 7, 2018	Dec. 8, 2018

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

Ann Staiert stated that Boost 4 Families is looking for more representatives from Mills County, they are looking for representatives from Faith, Education, Business, and Community backgrounds.

Presentations

Maria Jacobus and Jaci Johnson presented to the Board how the new grading scale works and they keep their students informed about the level 4 questions and grading.

Activity Complex Update

Demolition is under way. The new bid packages are out and bid opening will be on November 27, 2018.

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval of Community Report Draft

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the draft copy of the Community Report and approval to distribute the report to the community. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Tentative Mid-Term Graduates

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the mid-term graduates contingent upon successful completion of 1^st semester coursework. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval to Request Maximum Modified Supplemental Amount

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the request from the SBRC the maximum modified supplemental amount for increasing enrollment ($191,976). Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of KPE Agreement for Architectural Services

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the agreement with KPE for architectural services in the amount of $10,000. Professional services will be provided for the partial roof replacement of West Elementary and Glenwood Middle School. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of Agreement with Street Smarts LLC

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the agreement with Street Smarts LLC for driver education services effective through August 31, 2021. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

The Board Recessed at 6:00 p.m and will reconvene at 7:00 p.m. for a student disciplinary hearing.

F. Possible Closed Session

Parents and Attorney waived closed session and request to procced with disciplinary hearing in open session. In attendance were student Tyler Lanam with Mother Jessica Platchkov; student Ethan Kiefer with mother Lora Carlson and father Shane Kiefer; student Jaxx Weis with mother Shanna Black and uncle Jason Black; student Nate Howard with father Steve Howard and sibling Travis Howard; student Landon Horn and mother Elizabeth Horn; represented by Attorney Scott Smith. Board Members present included President Curt Becker, Vice President Theresa Romens, Director Greg Schultz, Director Michelle Bahr, and Director Ann Staiert; represented by Attorney Brett Nitzschke; minutes and recording by Board Secretary Kristi Buman. School officials present were Superintendent Embray, Middle School Principal Stanley, and Middle School AD Starner.

Attorney Scott Smith and Superintendent Embray both gave opening statements and the hearing proceeded. Middle School Principal Stanley presented documentation and verbal information in regards to the vandalism and destruction of school property to include the press box and north fieldhouse of the activity complex. Principal Stanley also discussed the information provided in regards to the information she received from AD Starner and the interviews and investigation conducted by herself and AD Starner.

Superintendent Embray then presented documentation and information regarding the incident and the due process followed with the student and parent meetings.

Attorney Scott Smith then presented on behalf of the students and parents involved, with the information he had received in regards to the incident.

After the students’ attorney’s presentation, Superintendent Embray, Middle School Principal Stanley, and Middle School AD Starner presented information to the Board in response to the students’ attorney’s presentation.

Once the evidence and information had been presented, the parents and Attorney Scott Smith agreed for the Board of Education to enter into closed session to deliberate. A short recess was taken from 8:36 p.m. to 8:43 p.m.

At 8:46 p.m. Greg Schultz made a motion to enter into closed session to deliberate the student disciplinary matter. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken:

Greg Schultz- Aye; Michelle Bahr- Aye; Ann Staiert- Aye; Theresa Romens- Aye; Curt Becker- Aye

G. Open Session – Action on Student Disciplinary Matter

At 9:47 p.m. Greg Schultz made a motion to return to open session. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken:

Greg Schultz- Aye; Michelle Bahr- Aye; Ann Staiert- Aye; Theresa Romens- Aye; Curt Becker- Aye. Motion carried.

In the case of Student A, Ann Staiert made a motion to be suspended for the remainder of the first semester of the 2018-2019 school year with the opportunity to be readmitted on January 3, 2019, if Student A is current on their academic studies on January 3, 2019. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken:

Greg Schultz- Aye; Michelle Bahr- Nay; Ann Staiert- Aye; Theresa Romens- Aye; Curt Becker- Aye. Motion carried.

In the case of Student B, Theresa Romens made a motion to be suspended for the remainder of the first semester of the 2018-2019 school year with the opportunity to be readmitted on January 3, 2019, if Student B is current on their academic studies on January 3, 2019. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken:

Greg Schultz- Aye; Michelle Bahr- Nay; Ann Staiert- Aye; Theresa Romens- Aye; Curt Becker- Aye. Motion carried.

In the case of Student C, Ann Staiert made a motion to be suspended for the remainder of the first semester of the 2018-2019 school year with the opportunity to be readmitted on January 3, 2019, if Student C is current on their academic studies on January 3, 2019. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken:

Greg Schultz- Aye; Michelle Bahr- Nay; Ann Staiert- Aye; Theresa Romens- Aye; Curt Becker- Aye. Motion carried.

In the case of Student D, Ann Staiert made a motion to be suspended for the remainder of the first semester of the 2018-2019 school year with the opportunity to be readmitted on January 3, 2019, if Student D is current on their academic studies on January 3, 2019. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken:

Greg Schultz- Aye; Michelle Bahr- Nay; Ann Staiert- Aye; Theresa Romens- Aye; Curt Becker- Aye. Motion carried.

In the case of Student E, Theresa Romens made a motion to be suspended for the remainder of the first semester of the 2018-2019 school year with the opportunity to be readmitted on January 3, 2019, if Student E is current on their academic studies on January 3, 2019. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken:

Greg Schultz- Aye; Michelle Bahr- Nay; Ann Staiert- Aye; Theresa Romens- Aye; Curt Becker- Aye. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Michelle Bahr and seconded by Greg Schultz to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:51 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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November 29, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

3:00 p.m., Thursday, November 29, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting to order at 4:15 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker. Absent: Michelle Bahr.

Business Item

Greg Schultz made a motion to postpone awarding Bid Package 2 for the construction of the Activities Complex until Friday, November 30, 2018 at 4:15 p.m. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Ann Staiert to adjourn the Special Meeting at 3:20 p.m. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________________ ____________________________________

Curt Becker Devin Embray

Present Board Secretary pro tem

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November 30, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

4:15 p.m., Friday, November 30, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting to order at 4:15 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

Business Item

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve awarding Bid Package 2 for Construction of the Activities

Complex to Genesis Construction in the total amount of $6,499,000. Greg Schultz seconded the motion.

All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Michelle Bahr to adjourn the Special Meeting at 4:31 p.m. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________________ ____________________________________

Curt Becker Devin Embray

Present Board Secretary pro tem

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October 1, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3^rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, October 1, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 6:02 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, and President Becker.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 1a through ac. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

New Business

Approval to Award Bid Package 1 to Mark Hughes Construction

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve awarding of Bid Package 1 to Mark Hughes Construction in the amount of $38,900. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Work Session

The Board heard from Activities Director Jeff Bissen in regards to summer activity surveys.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Greg Schultz to adjourn the Special Meeting/Work Session at 7:15 p.m. Ann Staiert seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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October 15, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office

6:00 p.m. Monday, October 15, 2018

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Work Session to order at 6:16 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, and President Becker.

The Board heard presentations from Finance Director Kristi Buman on the annual CAR and Fund Balances. Superintendent Embray also presented on Strategic Initiatives, Board Goals/Action/Strategies and Building Improvement Plans.

New Business

Approval of Bills

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the payment of bills. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

2. Closed Session

Ann Staiert made a motion to move into Closed Session at 7:49 p.m. as provided in section 21.5(1)(i) of the open meetings law to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose performance is being considered to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation, as that individual has requested a closed session. Greg Schultz second the motion. A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”. Motion carried.

3. Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion to return to Open Session. Ann Staiert second the motion. A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”. Motion carried.

No action taken,

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Ann Staiert to adjourn the Work Session at 8:46 p.m. Greg Schultz seconded the Motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ _____________________________

Curt Becker Kristi Buman

President Board Secretary

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October 8, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 7:00 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, October 8, 2018

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Theresa Romens, Michelle Bahr, and Ann Staiert.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4L with the exception of Denial of the 2 open enrollment requests for Clayton Ridge. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on September 27, 2018.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4E – New Hires

NAME	POSITION	SALARY
Chanelle Bush	Health Aide	$9.54 per hour
Loleta Cadena	Substitute Bus Associate	$12.37 per hour - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results.
Laura Campbell	Special Education Teacher Associate (Level ⅔)	$10.54 per hour - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results.
Jacob Cartwright	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141 per day
Charity Cunningham	Substitute Food Service Worker	$9.87
Chasity Mathison	Special Education Teacher Associate (Level 1)	$9.54 per hour
Makala McGhee	Special Education Teacher Associate (Level I)	$9.54 per hour
Jeanne McGinnis	Bus Associate	$12.37 per hour
Steve Pavelka	Substitute Bus Associate	$12.37 per hour -Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results.
Grace Presley	Childcare Associate	$9.51 per hour
Mike Schneider	Substitute Bus Driver	$35.42 per route
Ursula Ziebolz	Regular Education Bus Associate	$7.25 per hour (Student)

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM/TO	WAGE
Michelle Jaworski	Suburban Driver and Bus Associate to SPED Teacher Associate	$10.65 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Karen Barrett	9th Grade Large Group Speech	Resignation	October 4, 2018
Ralph Blackey	Bus Driver	Resignation	October 2, 2018
Rick Clark	Building Custodian	Resignation	September 14, 2018
Brad Gregory	Assistant High School Wrestling Coach	Resignation	September 18, 2018
Matt McVay	Groundskeeper / Maintenance	Resignation	October 5, 2018

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DISTRICT REQUESTED	REASON	DISTRICT OF RESIDENCE
Hunter B.	GCSD	Kindergarten Student	East Mills Comm School District
Nevyn C.	GCSD	Family move from Nebraska	East Mills Comm School District
Creighton D.	GCSD	Remain after move	East Mills Comm School District
Myranda D.	GCSD	Remain after move	East Mills Comm School District
Bently H.	GCSD	Kindergarten Student	East Mills Comm School District
Cooper K.	GCSD	Kindergarten Student	East Mills Comm School District
Collin L.	Clayton Ridge	Iowa Virtual Academy	Glenwood Comm School District
Gavin L.	Clayton Ridge	Iowa Virtual Academy	Glenwood Comm School District
Payton L.	GCSD	Remain after move	East Mills Comm School District
Paxton R.	GCSD	Kindergarten Student	Lewis Central Comm School Dist
Carsyn T.	GCSD	Remain after move	Fremont-Mills Comm School Dist

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of September 30, 2018.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	FUNDRAISER	PURPOSE	AMOUNT	DATES
West Library	Book Fair	Books	AMAP	10/18-25/18
Northeast Media Center	Book Fair	Books	AMAP	10/19-26/18
Cheerleaders	Lil Rams Cheer Camp	Winter/Spring expenses	$1,000	12/14/2018
MS Student Council	Fall Madness	Purchase of a virtual reality kit for middle school	$800	10/19/2018
Vocal Music-Show Choir	Cookie Dough Sales	Music, costumes, festival costs	$2,000	10/18-31/18
Class of 2020	Powder Puff Football	Prom- venue, DJ, snacks, decorations	AMAP	10/27 or 11/3
Class of 2020	Volleybro	Prom- venue, DJ, snacks, decorations	AMAP	11/3 or 11/10

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE	RETURN
Jeff Yoachim	NE Art Teachers Association Convention	Kearney Nebraska	10/12/2018	10/13/2018
Jessica Miller	Mentor Mid year conference.	Ankeny IA	11/16/2018	11/17/2018
Kelly Schubauer	PLTW National Conference	Kansas City, MO	11/14/2018	11/16/2018
Dixie Thomas	State Cheer	Des Moines	11/2/2018	11/3/2018
Timothy Johnson	Iowa TAG Conference	Des Moines	10/14/2018/	10/16/2018
Michelle Millar	Iowa School Counselor Assoc. Conference	Altoona, IA	11/4/2018	11/6/2018
Pat Staebell	Iowa School Counselor Assoc. Conference	Altoona, IA	11/4/2018	11/6/2018
Jedd Taylor	Iowa School Counselor Assoc. Conference	Altoona, IA	11/4/2018	11/6/2018
Kathleen Loeffelbein	Iowa School Counselor Assoc. Conference	Altoona, IA	11/4/2018	11/6/2018
Jennifer Pontefract	Iowa School Counselor Assoc. Conference	Altoona, IA	11/4/2018	11/6/2018
Devin Embray	SAI Executive Leaders	Ankeny, IA	10/25/2018	10/26/2018
Devin Embray	Iowa Assoc of School Boards Annual Conv.	Des Moines, IA	11/14/2018	11/16/2018

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Beef Grant	The Beef Grant will reimburse the school district for using beef in our foods classes.	$200

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

There were two parents that presented to the BOE. Elizabeth Becker has concerns with the new grading system being aligned with the objectives of what the system is supposed to do. Kitty Stromgren also addressed the BOE concerning the new grading system. She feels like the way this system is being implemented is very unfair to students,

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

None

Reports

Building Administrators, Student Services/School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Transportation/Building and Grounds, and Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

New Business

A. Approval of Consortium Service Agreement with Medical Enterprises Inc

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the agreement with Medical Enterprises Inc. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of New Special Education Deficit Amount

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Special Education Deficit and allowable growth amount of $768,157.59. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval of Agreement with Environmental Energy Consultants Inc

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the agreement with Environmental Energy Consultants Inc . Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of Glenwood Community School Foundation Grant Applications

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the grant application for the GCSF grants. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of the SBRC Application fir LEP Allowable Costs

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the SBRC application for LEP allowable costs in the amount of $3,603.82. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Ann Staiert and seconded by Michelle Bahr to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:49 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

Uploaded Files:

October 8, 2018 Meeting.pdf

September 17, 2018 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 7:00 P.M.

High School Media Center

Monday, September 17, 2018

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: President Becker, Greg Schultz, Michelle Bahr, Ann Staiert, and Theresa Romens.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4L. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on August 13, 218, special meeting and work session on August 16, 2018, and the special meeting and work session on August 27, 2018.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
410	Employee Use of Social Media
502.7	Non-School Sponsored Student Organizations

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #	POLICY NAME
None

4E – New Hires

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Kyle Blazek	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day
Jay Boyle	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour with 50 cent shift differential after 6:00 p.m.
Rick Clark	Building Custodian	$11.23 per hour with 50 cent shift differential after 6:00 p.m.
Barbara Cochran	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day
Kayleigh Cole	Preschool SPED Assoc & BD Assoc.	$10.54 per hour
Kelly Cook	Part Time Secretary @ Kid’s Place Daycare	$12.30 per hour
Brenda Dailey	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day
Crystal Dees	SPED Teacher Assoc - Level I	$9.54 per hour
Candace Finn	Preschool SPED Assoc	$10.54 per hour
Lisa Gustin	Substitute Teacher	$151 per day
Catelyn Mabbitt	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$141.00 per day
Naomi Nieland	SPED Teacher Assoc - Level I	$9.54 per hour
Glenda Severn	Substitute Food Service Worker	$9.87 per hour
Jodi Stephen	SPED Teacher Assoc	$10.54 per hour
Nichole Perdue	Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place	$9.18 per hour
Shannon Starnes	SPED Teacher Assoc	$10.21 per hour
Jodi Stephen	SPED Teacher Assoc	$10.21 per hour

4F – Transfers

NAME	FROM/TO	WAGE
Kelly Cook	From Part Time Secretary @ Kid’s Place to Gen Ed Assoc	$9.54 per hr
Michelle Jaworski	From Teacher Assoc to Suburban Driver/ Bus Assoc/Sub Assoc and Sub Custodian (up to 6 hrs per day)	$35.42 per route/$12.37 per hr/$10.54 per hr / $11.23 per hr
Amy Martin	From SPED Teacher Assoc. to Payroll/Sub System Admin. Asst.	$15 per hr
Heather Richards	From Health Aide to Media Aide	No Change

4G – Separation from District

NAME	POSITION	REASON	DATE
Dennie Anderson	Building Custodian	Resignation	August 31, 2018
Kay Brooks	Substitute SPED Teacher Assoc.	Resignation	August 31, 2018
Jordan Bueltel	Assistant Middle School Football Coach	Resignation	August 18, 2018
Trevor Carter	Building Custodian	Resignation	August 22, 2018
Rob Erickson	Substitute Teacher	Resignation	August 12, 2018
Carrie Hansen	Substitute Teacher	Resignation	August 14, 2018
Jerry Hunter	Bus Driver	Resignation	August 13, 2018
Asia Kloewer	Childcare Associate @ Kid’s Place	Resignation	August 20, 2018
Janet Lunning	Substitute Teacher	Resignation	August 15, 2018
Brandon Maddocks	Part Time Mechanic’s Assistant	Resignation	August 17, 2018
Jessica Pierson	Authorized Substitute Teacher	Resignation	August 21, 2018

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME	DISTRICT REQUESTED	REASON	DISTRICT OF RESIDENCE
Emet B.	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.	Change in District of Residence	Lewis Central Comm. School Dist.
Madelynn J.	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.	Good Cause	Fremont Mills Comm. School Dist.
Collin L.	Clayton Ridge	Late Application (Glenwood must approve first)	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.
Gavin L.	Clayton Ridge	Late Application (Glenwood must approve first)	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.
Logan M.	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.	Remain After Move	Council Bluffs Comm. School Dist.
Jayda N.	Lewis Central Comm. School Dist.	Remain After Move	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.
Josey N.	Lewis Central Comm. School Dist.	Remain After Move	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.
Janette S.	Glenwood Comm. School Dist.	Good Cause	East Mills Comm. School Dist.

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Financial reports as of August 31, 2018 were approved.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP	DESCRIPTION	PURPOSE	TARGET	DATES
Margo Young First Graders	Donors Choose	Flexible seating/ottomans for classroom	$250	8/22/2018
Cheerleaders	Homecoming Car Window Painting	Equipment for cheer program	$100-$150	9/12-20/2018
Cheerleaders	Bow Sales	New songs, iPod	$100-$200	9/12-20-2018
Mrs Peters 1st Grade	Donors Choose	2 stuffed chairs and ottomans	$285	8/21/2018
FCCLA	Candle Sales	State and National conferences and travel	AMAP	10/10-24/2018
FCCLA	Concessions for FFA	State and National conferences and travel	AMAP	3/2/2019
Glenwood Music Dept	Cookie Dough Sales	SWIHMB and 4 yr band/choir trip	AMAP	2/2-3/8/2018
Glenwood Bands	Coupon Books	Instruments, music, equipment and repair	AMAP	10/18-26/2018
MS Student Council	Ram Bead Sales	MS fountain and water bottle fillers	$300	9/17-21/2018
MS Student Council	Hat Day, Jeans Day, Pink Bead Sale	Lee National Denim Day Foundation	$200	10/4-5/2018
Ram Brew	Student Coffee Shop	Vocational experiences for students for IEP - self funding	$500	9/10/18-5/24/19
Reach/SADD	Red Out	American Heart Association	AMAP	10/1-8/2018
Band/Color Guard	Flag Camp	Extra flags/equipment	AMAP	11/10/2018
Ramily Matters	T-Shirt / Logo Items	Expand Ramily Matters	$1,000	9/11/18-5/15/19

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY	ACTIVITY	DESTINATION	DEPARTURE DATE	RETURN DATE
Julie McMullen	Early Childhood SDI	Des Moines	10/11/2018	10/12/2018
Nicole Guild	Early Childhood SDI	Des Moines	10/11/2018	10/12/2018
Bobbi Jo Rohrberg	SDI Meeting in Des Moines	Des Moines	10/11/2018	10/12/2018
Allison Henderson	Preschool SDI in Des Moines	Des Moines	9/27/2018	9/28/2018
Megan Wake	Autism Conference	Des Moines	10/10/2018	10/12/2018
Jeff Bissen	National AD Conference	San Antonio	12/15/2018	12/18/2018
Robin Albert	District site visits - elementary math classrooms	Dallas Center Grimes	9/19/2018	9/20/2018
Robin Albert	Writers of core math are presenting, current trends in math education presented	IA Dept of Ed.	2/28/2019	3/1/2019
Devona Case	To attend the Iowa Mentoring Summit & Anti Bullying Symposium	Des Moines	10/4/2018	10/5/2018
Devin Embray	Annual ISFLC Conference	Altoona	12/11/2018	12/12/2018
Kristi Buman	To attend the December 2018 ISFLC Annual Conference	Altoona	12/11/2018	12/12/2018
Sandi Burk	District site visits - elementary math classrooms	Grimes	9/18/2018	9/20/2018
Beth Burgess	Division of Career Development & Transition - Council for Exceptional Children	Cedar Rapids	10/23/2018	10/25/2018

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Reach for the Stars	If Kid’s Place does not receive the Mills Co. Comm. Foundation Grant they will use this grant to purchase a stove, mini-fridge, storage cabinet and outdoor play equipment. If they do receive the Mills Co. Comm. Foundation Grant, they would use these funds to purchase items to benefit all classrooms and improve the overall safety and quality of care at Kid’s Place.	$1,500

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

Steve Hunt addressed the BOE on having a written policy on the disposal of any activity items (uniforms, trophies, pictures, etc) that the museum is contacted and they would sort through all items to see what can be displayed and what can be given to those who participated in the activity

Comments from Board

Reminder of upcoming events in the District including homecoming.

Presentations

Sarah Rozniecki and Liz Huggins presented information on Ramily and where it’s been to where it’s going. They presented on the major partners that help make Ramily possible.

Reports

Building Administrators, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Print Shop and School Improvement reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.

Old Business

None

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Ann Staiert and seconded by Michelle Bahr to adjourn the meeting of the retiring board. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Annual Reorganizational Meeting

Kristi Buman, Board Secretary, conducted the organizational meeting of the new board of directors.

Election of President

Board Members voted by paper ballot for Board President. Ballots Cast for President were as follows:

Board Member Vote

Greg Schultz Curt Becker

Michelle Bahr Curt Becker

Ann Staiert Curt Becker

Curt Becker Curt Becker

Theresa Romens Curt Becker

Curt Becker was declared Board President. Board Secretary, Kristi Buman, administered the Oath of Office to President, Curt Becker.

Election of Vice-President

Board Members voted by paper ballot for Board Vice-President. Ballots Cast for Vice-President were as follows:

Board Member Vote

Greg Schultz Theresa Romens

Michelle Bahr Theresa Romens

Ann Staiert Theresa Romens

Curt Becker Theresa Romens

Theresa Romens Ann Staiert

Theresa Romens was declared Board Vice-President. Board Secretary, Kristi Buman, administered the Oath of Office to Vice-President, Theresa Romens.

B. Set Meeting Dates, Times and Place for 2018-19

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the following schedule for Board meetings for the 2018-19 school year. Regular board meetings will be held at 7:00 pm in the High School Media Center unless otherwise noted. Board work sessions will be held at the Central Office from 6:00-8:00 pm unless otherwise noted. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

PROPOSED DATE	TYPE OF MEETING	PROPOSED SITE	POSSIBLE CONFLICT
Oct 1, 2018	Public Hearing & Board Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	JV Football Game @6:00pm
Oct 8, 2018	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center	SC Fall Festival @7:00pm JV Football Game
Oct 22, 2018	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	P-T Conf. - PK-8 change to 15^th@6
Nov 12, 2018	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center	7th & 8th Gr. Boys Basketball 7th & 8th Gr Vocal Music
Nov 26, 2018	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	7th & 8th Gr Boys Basketball
Dec 10, 2018	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center	9-12 Gr Band Concert
No Dec.	Work Session
Jan 14, 2019	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center	JV Wrestling Tournament
Jan 28, 2019	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	7th & 8th Gr Girls Basketball
Feb 11, 2019	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center	MS Wrestling 9th Gr Boys Basketball
Feb 25, 2019	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	Basketball - Boys Varsity Substate
Mar 11, 2019	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center
Mar 25, 2019	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	All State Festival - Individual. Events @ UNI 1st Gr Music Program
Apr 8, 2019	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center	Varsity Girls Golf Match Girls Tennis - Varsity Dual Boys/Girls MS Track & Field Varsity Boys Golf Match Boys JV Soccer Boys Tennis - Varsity Dual Boys Varsity Mustang Relays Varsity Boys Soccer
Apr 22, 2019	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	Monday following Easter Girls JV Soccer Boys/Girls Co-Ed Ram Invite Boys JV Soccer
May 13, 2019	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center	Boys/Girls JV Soccer Boys/Girls Varsity Soccer
No May	Work Session
June 10, 2019	Regular Meeting	103 Central, 3rd Floor
June 24, 2019	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor	Baseball - 9th Gr Dbl Header JV Baseball/Softball Varsity Baseball/Softball
July 8, 2019	Regular Meeting	103 Central, 3rd Floor	JV & Varsity Baseball
July 22, 2019	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
Aug 12, 2019	Regular Meeting	High School Media Center
Aug 26, 2019	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor

C. Appointments/Assignments for 2018-19

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the following committee assignments for 2018-19. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

COMMITTEE	MEMBER
Mills County Conference Board	Curt Becker
Empowerment Board	Ann Staiert
Buildings/Grounds and Transporation	Greg Schultz
IASB Delegate Assembly	Michelle Bahr
CCC Committee	Michelle Bahr/Theresa Romens
Wellness Committee	Theresa Romens
Review Board Meeting Bills	Revolves each month in alphabetical order
Technology Committee	Curt Becker
Glenwood Community School Foundation	Curt Becker
Super Board Representative	Greg Schultz/Theresa Romens

D. Appointment of Business Manager/Board Secretary

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve Kristi Buman as the District’s Business Manager/Board Secretary. Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of Official Publication

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the Opintion-Tribune as the school district’s official publication. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

F. Approval of Legal Counsel

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the appointment of Lynch Dallas, P.C. as legal counsel for the school district. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

New Business

A. Approval of Appointment of Co -Sexual Harassment Officer

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the joint appointment of Richard Hutchinson and Gene Wickham as the District’s Sexual Harassment Officer(s) for the 2018-2019 school year. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

B. Approval of Appointment of Equity Office

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the appointment of Cindy Menendez as the District’s Equity Officer for the 2018-2019 school year. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

C. Approval to use Signature Stamp and Electronic Signature

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the authorization of the Business Manager to use the Board President signature stamp and/or electronic signature to sign all contracts for tuition-in, transportation, PMIC, and alternative school student contracts. Also for the Superintendent’s Administrative Assistance to use the Board President’s signature stamp and/or electronic signature to sign all employee contracts; and the Athletic Director to sign all officials/referees agreements. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

D. Approval of Level I Investigators and their Alternates

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve all Administrators as Level I investigators and alternates for each other. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E. Approval of Food Agreement with YMCA

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the contract with the YMCA to provide the meals to their daycare. Michelle Bahr seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

F. Approval of Special Education Deficit

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the Special Education Deficit in the amount of $644,734.82. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

G. Approval to Adopt Resolution – Sale and Disposal of Baseball Concession Stands

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the adoption of the resolution for the sale and disposal of the baseball concession stands. Greg Schultz seconded the motion. Roll call vote was take, all voted “aye”. Motion carried.

H. Approval of Agreement with Grant Wood AEA.

Michelle Bahr made a motion to approve the agreement with Grant Wood AEA for support with PowerSchool State reporting in the amount of $500. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

Adjournment

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Theresa Romens and seconded by Ann Staiert to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:17 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

_______________________________ __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

Uploaded Files:

September 17, 2018 Meeting.pdf

2018 - 2019 Board Meeting Minutes

April 22, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session

April 26, 2019 Special Meeting

April 8, 2019 Meeting

Superintendent Embray and the BOE discussed the possible option of adjusted work schedule and payment for those teachers retiring at the end of the 18/19 school year.

Adjournment

August 13, 2018 Meeting

Adjournment

August 16, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

August 27, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

December 10, 2018 Meeting

February 11, 2019 Meeting

Adjournment

February 25, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session

January 14, 2019 Meeting

Adjournment

July 18, 2018 Work Session

July 9, 2018 Meeting

Adjournment

June 10, 2019 Meeting

Adjournment

June 6, 2019 Special Meeting and Exempt Session

March 11, 2019 Meeting

Adjournment

March 22, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session

May 13, 2019 Meeting

Adjournment

Minutes for November 26, 2018

November 12, 2018 Meeting

Adjournment

November 29, 2018 Meeting

November 30, 2018 Meeting

October 1, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

October 15, 2018 Special Meeting and Work Session

October 8, 2018 Meeting

Adjournment

September 17, 2018 Meeting

Adjournment

Adjournment