2019 - 2020 Board Meeting Minutes

April 13, 2020 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Central Office 103 Central

Monday, April 13, 2020

 

Public Hearing

The public hearing in regards to the school budget for 2020/2021 and the budget amendment for 2019/2020 began at 6:45 p.m.

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, Ann Staiert, Elizabeth Richardson, and Tim Becker.

Spotlight on Education

Janis Moore was honored for her induction into the FCCLA 75th Anniversary Hall of Fame.

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 approval for Kid’s Place to apply for the PPP Grant through the Cares Act.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on March 9, 2020; the special meeting on March 12, 2020; and the special meeting and board work session on March 23, 2020.

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

406.1

Health and Safety

503.5

Communicable Diseases

4E – New Hires - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Zachary Chase

Summer Mower

$10.53 per hour

Alexis Durbin

Bus Associate

$12.63 per hour

Joel Fowler

Substitute Bus Driver

$38 per route after probationary period

Amelia Fritz

Bus Associate

$12.63 per hour

Laura Lambert

Teacher

$67,500 - Contingent upon receipt and review of official transcripts

Joshua Miller

Teacher

$40,926.00 - Contingent upon receipt and review of official transcripts

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Sasha Rindone

From K-2 Special Education Strat I to HS Special Education Level 2/3

No Change

Paulina Rodenburg

From Interim High School Counselor to High School Counselor

$44,203.60

Melanie Schoening

From K-2 Special Education Strat I to MS Special Education Level I

No Change

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Abigael Gorden

Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place Daycare

Resignation

03/16/2020

Melanie Howard

Head Coach - 8th Grade Volleyball

Resignation

03/23/2020

Megan Millar

Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place Daycare

Resignation

05/08/2020

Sarah Rozniecki

SEL & Coordinator & PLC Facilitator

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Randy Schmitt

Bus Driver

Resignation

March 28, 2020

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUDNED

Hailey F.

Sidney

Change in District of Residence

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of March 31, 2020.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

NONE

 

 

 

 

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

NONE

 

 

 

 

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

Cares Act PPP

To cover wages for Kid’s Place staff

AMAP

 

 

 

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

Middle School Art Realignment

Draft

2020-2021

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

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 2019-2020 Budget Amendment

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the 2019-2020 budget amendment as presented.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.  Approval of 2020-2021 Budget

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the 2020-2021 budget as presented.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.  Approval of Classified Staff Wages for 2020-2021

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the total package increase of 2.5% for classified staff for the 2020-2021 school year.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

D.  Approval of Professional Services Proposal

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the professional services proposal with Change-Wallis, LLC to facilitate a 5-day Kaizen event June 15-19, 2020.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

E.  Approval of Quote from Spiral Communications

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the quote from Spiral Communications for Internest Services for the 2020-2021 school year at a total cost of $36,000. Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

F.  Approval of Student Handbook Revisions for 2020-2021

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to Revisions to the handbooks as presented. 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 Elizabeth Richardson to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:33 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                             __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                      Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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April 2, 2020 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 2, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 11:18 a.m.

 

Roll Call

The following Board members were present:  Greg Schultz, Tim Becker, Elizabeth Richardson, Ann Staiert, and President Becker.

 

Work Session

The Board of Education and Superintendent Embray along with the Administrative team discussed e-learning and what it would look like moving forward with the shutdown.  The Board discussed what they have been hearing from the public and the need for learning to continue.  The District is awaiting further guidance from the Department of Education to make decisions on what e-learning will look like moving forward.

 

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 12:04 p.m.  Tim Becker seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

April 22, 2020 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors 4:00 P.M.

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:11 p.m. 

Roll Call

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

Recommendation to Terminate Non-Certified Employee

A.  Closed Session

Tim Becker made a motion at 4:15 p.m. to enter into closed session 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.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.  Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 6:29 p.m. to return to open session.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.  Action on Termination Recommendation

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the termination recommendation of Barb Hammer.Ann Staiert seconded the motion.A roll call vote was taken, 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 Tim Becker to adjourn the special meeting at 6:34 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

April 27, 2020 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors 6:00 P.M.

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Monday, April 27, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. 

Roll Call

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

New Business

A.  Approval of Extension of Pandemic Resolution re District Employees

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Pandemic Pay Resolution regarding District employees through the end of the current school year, June 1, 2020.  Ann Staier seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

Work Session

The Board of Education discussed the current status of the budget with Finance Director Buman and possible savings during this time.

Superintendent Embray discussed strategic initiatives with the Board and the direction the District wants to go.

 

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 Tim Becker to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:18 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

April 9, 2020 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

4:00 p.m. Thursday, April 9, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 4:02 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present:  Greg Schultz, Tim Becker, Elizabeth Richardson, Ann Staiert, and President Becker.

Special Meeting- New Business

1.  Approval of Pandemic Resolution Regarding Continuous Learning

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Pandemic Resolution regarding Continuous Learning.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

2.  Approval of Extension of Pandemic Resolution re District Employees

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the extension of the Pandemic Pay Resolution regarding District employees.  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 Greg Schultz to adjourn the Work Session at 4:40 p.m.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

August 12, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Monday, August 12, 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, Elizabeth Richardson, 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.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on July 9, 2019 ab public hearing and special meeting on July 29, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

406.5R

Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles Regulations

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

805.1

School District Records

805.1R

Record Retention

805.2

Personnel Records

805.3

Student Records

805.4

Bonds for Officers and Employees

805.5

Inventory

805.6

General Fixed Capital Assets

805.7

General Intangible Assets

805.8

Debt Management

806.1

Insurance Program

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Cathy Cerra

Special Education Teacher Associate - Level II/III

$10.73 per hour

Bryan Diekmann

Summer Weight Room

$3,240

Breanna Griffin

Special Education Teacher Associate - PK 1:1 & Level II/III

$10.73 per hour

Michelle Jaworski

Substitute Suburban Driver

$36.25 per route

Bruce Landstrom

Assistant HS Football Coach

$3,780

Grant Stivers

Assistant MS Football Coach

$2,160

Shaylynn Wasenius

Special Education Teacher Associate - Level I

$9.73 per hour

Jerrah Williams

Child Care Associate

$7.25 per hour (HS Student)

Samantha Wilson

Special Education Teacher Associate - Level II/III - BD

$10.73 per hour

Gerhard Ziebolz

Substitute Bus Driver

$17.09 per route while probationary

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Jana Aldrich

Special Educ Teacher Level I at MS to Special Educ Teacher Level I at NE

No Change

Jordan Bueltel

Head MS Football Coach to Assistant HS Football Coach

$3,780

Jennifer Fletcher

Special Educ Assoc - Level II/III at HS to Special Educ Assoc - Level I at MS

$9.88 per hour

Barbara Hammer

Admin Assistant - Operations Department to Transportation Coordinator

$34,624 per year

Katrina Hobart

Special Educ Teacher Level I at HS to Special Educ Teacher Level I at MS

No Change

Lisa Keltner

Special Educ Assoc to Substitute Special Educ Assoc

No Change

Megan Newberry

Special Educ Teacher Level I at NE to Special Educ Teacher Level II/III at West

No Change

Lisa Sowers

Special Educ Preschool Assoc to Kid’s Place Lead Teacher

$10.56 per hour

Carla Wiese

Media Assoc at NE to Admin Assistant - Operations Department

$15.00 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Loleta Cadena

Substitute Associate

Resignation

07/30/2019

Lynda Eckheart

Middle School Art Club Sponsor

Resignation

08/06/2019

Bree Jensen

Child Care Associate

Resignation

08/09/2019

Kameron Johnson

Authorized Substitute Teacher

Resignation

08/08/2019

Barry Loeffelbein

Assistant HS Baseball Coach

Resignation

07/30/2019

Bruce Schoening

Substitute Bus Driver

Resignation

04/15/2019

Jodi Stephen

Special Education Teacher Associate

Resignation

07/18/2019

Cory Terry

Bus Driver

Resignation

08/08/2019

Anna Wade

Authorized Substitute Teacher

Resignation

07/24/2019

Wanda Wiemer

Substitute Teacher

Resignation

07/22/2019

Evan York

Substitute Bus Driver

Resignation

07/19/2019

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUDNED

Matalyn K.

Glenwood

Family Move

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Ariana P.

Council Bluffs

Change in District of Residence

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Ivy P.

Council Bluffs

Change in District of Residence

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Autumn R.

Treynor

Change in District of Residence

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Dakota R.

Treynor

Change in District of Residence

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Eden R.

Treynor

Change in District of Residence

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Aspen S.

Glenwood

Change in District of Residence

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Teagan S.

Glenwood

Change in District of Residence

East Mills

Approve

Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

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

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

Girls Basketball

Camp

Ongoing camps and extra equipment wanted

AMAP

8/6-8/7/19

Girls Cross Country

Fried Chicken Dinner

Team activities and team bonding

$3,000

9/22/2019

Dance Team

Homecoming Mum Corsage

Dance camp, equipment, uniforms, poms , and team bonding activities

$1,000

8/15-9/22/19

Dance Team

Driveway Stencil Paint

Dance camp, equipment, uniforms, poms , and team bonding activities

$1,000

9/1/19-10/30/19

Boys Cross Country

Fried Chicken Dinner

Incentives, travel expenses, warm ups, state meet expenses and banquet

$3,000

9/22/2019

Yearbook

Selling Yearbooks

Costs to produce yearbook

$20,000

08/19-07/20

Newspaper

Newspaper Ads

Cover newspaper costs

AMAP

08/19-07/20

Yearbook

Yearbook Sponsorship

Costs to produce yearbook

$5,000

08/19-07/20

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Tami Bertini

Instructional coach training

Overland Park, KS

10/5/2019

10/8/2019

Julie McMullen

TLC Coaching Conference

Overland Park, KS

10/5/2019

10/8/2019

Nancy Wright

Instructional Coaches workshop

Overland Park, KS

10/6/2019

10/8/2019

Colleen Confer

Instructional Coaching Workshop

Des Moines, IA

10/22/2019

10/24/2019

Amie Abbott

Instructional Coach Workshop

Des Moines, IA

10/23/2019

10/24/2019

Amie Abbott

Instructional Coach Conference

Overland Park, KS

10/5/2019

10/8/2019

Katie Wilson

Volleyball Tournament

Indianola, IA

10/11/2019

10/12/2019

Chad Lang

Instructional Coaches workshop

Overland Park, KS

10/06/2019

10/08/2019

Kathi Krzycki

Instructional Coaches workshop

Overland Park, KS

10/6/2019

10/8/2019

Chelsey Hirt

Volleyball Tournament

Indianola, IA

10/11/2019

10/12/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

What’s Your Name - Kindergartners Learn Their Letters

Would like to purchase a Cricut machine and accessories.  The machine will be used to create projects with student names.  Having access to various fonts and mediums will aid in student growth..

$765

Child Care Solutions Fund

Funds would be used to update and rejuvenate the building (paint/carpet) and outdoor playgrounds, as well as new computers and software.

$50,000

Reach for the Stars

Funds would be used to purchase a stove, mini-refrigerator, locked storage cabinet and new outdoor play equipment to replace items that are no longer functional and to meet licensing requirements for DHS.

$1,500

Mills County Foundation

To renovate and improve technology for the purpose of communication between parents and staff.  Cameras in all rooms for protection and to visualize what is going on in the classrooms.

$50,000

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

NONE

 

 

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

Sarah Waldman with TeamMates, presented the BOE with information on the TeamMates program.

Activity Complex Update

Superintendent 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

  1. Approval of Agreement

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the agreement as presented.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       B. Approval of TeamMates Mentoring RFP

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the agreement with TeamMates as our partner for our mentoring program for studnets.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

        C. Approval of Entertainment Contract with Mid-America Center

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the agreement with the Mid-America Center to schedule the winter Shootout Classic.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       D. Approval of 2019-2020 Consortium Agreement

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the agreement with the CB Consortium for students that are not successful in our APEX program.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       E. Approval of Agreement with Curriculum Leadership Institute

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the agreement with CLI as well as a training contract to support SAC facilitation for the 2019-2020 school year.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

      F. Approval of Cooperative Agreement with the University of Northern Iowa

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the cooperative agreement with the University of Northern Iowa for student teaching and other educational experiences for the 2019-2020 school year.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

      G. Approval of Bid for 2018 Chevy Surburban

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the bid from Barrett Auto Center for a 2018 Chevy Suburban 4x4.  Elizabeth Richardson 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 7:50 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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August 26, 2019 Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, August 26, 2019

 

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, Theresa Romens, Elizabeth Richardson, and President Becker.

 

Work Session

Activities Director Jeff Bissen presented the summer activity surveys to the Board and discussed some possible changes to wording to possibly increase participation.

The Board discussed facilities district wide as well as an update on the activity complex and the first day of school.

The IASB convention is coming up in November and participation arrangements were discussed.

Acceptance of a membership in the SRN Network was discussed and will be brought to the Board in September.

The Board received an update on technology from Superintendent Embray.

 

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 8:00 p.m.  Theresa Romens seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

December 9, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Glenwood CSD High School Media Center

Monday, December 9, 2019

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Becker, Elizabeth Richardson, Ann Staiert, and Tim Becker.

1. Closed Session

Ann Staiert made a motion to move into closed session at 6:30 p.m. as provided in Section 21.5a. to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential as a condition for that governmental body’s possession or continued receipt of federal funds.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

2. Return to Open Session

Tim Becker made a motion to open session at 6:40 p.m.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.  Tim Becker then made a motion for approval of a student to return to the Alternative Program (THRIVE) to finish work towards their diploma.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

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.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

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

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

800

Statement of Guiding Principles for Business Procedures

801.1

Planning the Budget

801.2

Preparation of the Budget Document

801.3

Requirements of the Budget Document

801.4

Publication of the Budget

801.5

Public Review of the Budget

801.6

Budget Adoption by the Board

801.7

Budget as a Spending Plan

801.8

Financial Accounting System

801.9

Classification of Accounts

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

100

Legal Status of the School District

405.2

Allegations of Abuse of Students by School District Employees

503.13

Suicide Prevention and ACES Training Requirements

505.4

Graduation Requirements

601.1

School Calendar

604.6CF

Consent to Student Use of the District’s Technology Computers, Computer-Like Equipment, Computer Network Systems and Internet Access

803.1

Purchasing and Bidding

803.4

Approval and Payment for Goods and Services

902.7

Warning System and Emergency Plans

1003.1

Public Use of School Facilities

1003.3E3

Glenwood Community School District Facility Use Agreement

1003.3E4

Use of School District Facilities and Equipment Indemnity and Liability Insurance Agreement

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Aaron Aistrope

Substitute Bus Driver

$19 per hour

Bryan Dieckman

Head Boys Golf Coach

$4,320

Jordyn Hanshaw

SPED Associate - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Jessica Lincoln

Authorized Substitute Teacher

$145 per day

Jeannie Lorimor

Assistant Play Director

$1,080

Sasha Rindone

SPED Teacher - Level 1 - Interim Position

TBD - Salary will be a prorated amount of $39,876 depending on start date - Also contingent upon receipt of licensure, and review and receipt of official transcripts

Robert Talbott

Substitute Bus Driver

$19 per route after probationary period

Dusty Williams

SPED Associate - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Rebecca Bardsley

From Assistant Girls Soccer Coach to Head Girls Soccer Coach for the 2020 season only

$5,670

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Carolyn Fichter

Substitute Food Service Worker

Resignation

November 13, 2019

Ben Haynes

Middle School Student Council Co-Sponsor

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Savannah A.

Glenwood

Change in District of Residence

East Mills

Approve

Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

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

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

School Staff

Free Will Jeans Day

Donations to Love Tree and Mills Co Storehouse

AMAP

11/25-12/4/19

Culinary Arts Class

Restaurant and Food Sales

Cover expenses for Restaurant and Food Sales

AMAP

1/20-5/20/20

Key Club

Penny War

Leukemia Foundation

$750

12/9-12/19/19

Northeast Elementary

Pennies for Paws

Hooves and Paws Donation

AMAP

12/2-12/19/19

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Tucker Weber

Wrestling

Kansas City, Mo

2/7/2019

2/9/2019

Tucker Weber

Wrestling

Des Moines, IA

12/20/2019

12/21/2019

Tucker Weber

Wrestling

Ames, IA

1/10/2019

1/11/2019

Tucker Weber

Wrestling

Basehor, KS

1/17/2020

1/18/2020

Adam Buthe

SE Polk Wrestling

SE Polk

1/24/2020

1/25/2020

Adam Buthe

Ames Wrestling

Ames, IA

12/20/2019

12/21/2019

Adam Buthe

Basehor Wrestling

Basehor, KS

1/10/2020

1/11/2020

Adam Buthe

Urbandale wrestling

Urbandale, IA

1/17/2020

1/18/2020

Rob Radford

SE Polk Wrestling

SE Polk

1/24/2020

1/25/2020

Rob Radford

Ames Wrestling

Ames, IA

12/20/2019

12/21/2019

Rob Radford

Basehor Wrestling

Basehor, KS

1/10/2020

1/11/2020

Rob Radford

Urbandale wrestling

Urbandale, IA

1/17/2020

1/18/2020

Devin Embray

SAI Executive Leaders Meeting

Ankeny, IA

1/16/2020

1/17/2020

Devin Embray

Professional Leave

Laguna Beach, CA

4/8/2020

4/10/2020

Chad Lang

Professional Leave

Laguna Beach, CA

4/8/2020

4/14/2020

Cindy Menendez

Professional Leave

Portland, Oregon

2/4/2020

2/9/2020

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

Christian Educators Association International

To offer a more engaging and practical Personal Finance curriculum to THRIVE students, which focuses on the long-term impacts of their current choices re saving, spending and earning money. 

Up to $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

The elevator is going in and the punch list is being processed by the contractor.

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

1.     Approval of Agreement with Buena Vista University

        Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the agreement with Buena Vista University for filed experience, student teaching, practicum, and            internship effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

2.     Early Notification Incentive (Certified Teaching Staff)

        Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Early Notification Incentive for Certified Teaching Staff.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All          voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

3.     Approval of Career Plan Stipends

        Tim Becker made a motion to approve the Career Plan Stipends.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4.     Approval of Mid-Term Graduates

        Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Mid Term Graduates contingent upon successful completion of all requirements.  Elizabeth Richardson            seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

5.     Approval of Quote from REI

       Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the quote from REI for replacement of hard drives for the bus cameras.  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 Elizabeth Richardson and seconded by Tim Becker to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:25 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

February 10, 2020 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Glenwood CSD High School Media Center

Monday, February 10, 2020

 

 

Exchange of Initial Proposals

Initial proposals were exchanged at 4:30p.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, Elizabeth Richardson, Ann Staiert, and Greg Schultz.

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 January 13, 2020.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

100

Legal Status of School District - First and Second Read

202.2

President of the Board

202.3

Vice President of the Board

202.4

Secretary and Treasurer of the Board

500.8

Shared Time/Dual Enrolled Students

500.11

Compulsory Attendance

506

Parent and Family Engagement Title I

602.3

Special Education

700

Statement of Guiding Principles for Auxiliary Services

700.1

Internal Controls & Whistleblower

702.8R1

Student Conduct on School Transportation

703

Fiscal Management

1003.1

Public Use of School Facilities - First and Second Read

1003.3E3

Glenwood Community School District Facility Use Agreement - First and Second Read

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

803.1

Purchasing and Bidding

803.8

Travel Allowance

803.8F1

Glenwood Community School District Travel Expense Form

804.1

Secretary’s and Treasurer’s Monthly Reports

804.2

Board Minutes Published

804.3

Earnings Report Published

804.4

Audit

804.5

Hazardous Chemical Disclosure

804.5R1

Regulations for Training for Hazardous Chemicals

804.6

Treasurer’s Annual Report

804.7

Internal Controls Procedures

804.8

GASB 54 Fund Balance Reporting

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Jackie Christian

Assistant Girls Soccer Coach

$3,780

Marissa Klindt

Head Middle School Girls Track Coach (8th)

$2,970

Bruce Landstrom

Head Middle School Boys Track Coach (7th)

$2,970

Erin Peschel

Assistant Middle School Track Coach

$1,080

Brian Stanley

Assistant Middle School Track Coach

$1,080

Grant Stivers

Assistant Tennis Coach

$2,430

Alex Williams

Head Middle School Boys Track Coach (8th)

$2,970

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Jedd Taylor

From High School Guidance Counselor to Technology Director

$80,000 (Prorated)

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Belynda Brammer

Special Education Teacher Associate

Termination

January 15, 2020

Ryan Lucy

Authorized Substitute Teacher

Resignation

January 16, 2020

Todd Steckelberg

Technology Director

Resignation

January 29, 2020

Robert Talbott

Bus Driver

Resignation

January 24, 2020

Annette Thomas

Special Education Teacher Associate

Retirement

End of 2019-2020 SY

Rebecca Twitty

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Shaylynn Wasemius

Special Education Teacher Associate

Resignation

January 21, 2020

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Treyvor B.

Clayton Ridge

2020-2021

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Taden K.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Tristan L.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Anthony M.

Glenwood

Kindergarten Student 2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Ella M.

Glenwood

Good Cause

Fremont-Mills

Pending approval from Fremont-Mills

No

Bailey M.

Glenwood

Remain after move

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Madison M.

Glenwood

Remain after move

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Axl R.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Rider R.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Jack S.

Fremont-Mills

Good Cause

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Jaiden T.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Jordan T.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Joshua T.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of January 31, 2020.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

West Library

Book Fair

books

AMAP

4/2-4/9/2020

HS English

Donors Choose

video equipment

$1,690

2/11-2/21/2020

Northeast Media

Book Fair

books

AMAP

3/30-4/9/2020

MS Student Council

Friendship Week

teacher appreciation gifts

$100

2/10-2/14/2020

Dance Team

March Madness T-shirts

state costs, camp, equipment and uniforms

$500-$1000

3/1-3/20/2020

Dance Team

Salad Luncheon

state costs, camp, equipment and uniforms

$500-$1000

3/6/2020

Dance Team

Ram Roses

state costs, camp, equipment and uniforms

$300

2/12-2/14/2020

Dance Team

Decals

state costs, camp, equipment and uniforms

$500-$1000

2/20-4/30/2020

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Kathryn Johnson

BPA State Conference and Competition

Des Moines, IA

2/16/2020

2/18/2020

Janis Moore

FCCLA State Leadership Conference

Des Moines, IA

3/29/2020

3/31/2020

Cort Lovato

Soccer Tournament

ADM High School

4/3/2020

4/4/2020

Drake Ruth

Soccer Tournament

ADM High School

4/3/2020

4/4/2020

Quinn Groff

National Science Teachers National Conf

Boston, MA

4/1/2020

4/3/2020

Jeff Yoachim

National Art Education Association

Minneapolis MN

3/25/2020

3/29/2020

Cort Lovato

IAHSSCA

Coe College

3/6/2020

3/7/2020

Drake Ruth

IAHSSCA

Coe College

3/6/2020

3/7/2020

Rebecca Bardsley

IAHSSCA

Coe College

3/6/2020

3/7/2020

Jackie Christian

IAHSSCA

Coe College

3/6/2020

2/7/2020

Chris Visser

Glazier Football Clinic Kansas City

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

David Clark

Cyclone honor band festival

Ames, IA

2/6/2020

2/8/2020

Kyle Gerdes

Coaching Clinic

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

Barry M Loeffelbein

Glazier Clinic - FB

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

Logan McCorkle

Football Coaching Clinic

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

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

Ann Staiert and Greg Schultz shared information about committees and the Super Board.

Presentations

Dr. Lang presented information on the standardized testing from the 18/19 school year.

Activity Complex Update

Continue to work through the punch list with the contractor.

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

  1.  Approval of Christina Boldra for CCC Membership

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the CCC Membership for Christina Boldra.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

        B.  Approval of Quote from American Fence Company

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the quote from American Fence Company for fencing for the softball and baseball fileds.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

        C.  Approval of School Officer Liaison

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the School Officer Liaison Program Agreement for the 2020-2021 school year.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

         D.  Approval of Bid for Partial Roofing Project

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the bid from Scott Enterprises for the Northeast and Middle School partial roofing projects.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

          E.  Approval to Accept Bids to Purchase Two New 65 Passenger School Buses

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the acceptance of bids for the purchase of two 65 passenger school buses.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

          F.  Approval of Application for Cooperative Sponsorship

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the application for Cooperative Sponsorship with East Mills Community School District for Boys and Girls Soccer for the 2020-2021 school year.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

         G.  Approval of Resolution

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Resolution approving Official Statement and related documents for the sale of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2020.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

          H.  Approval of Budget Adjustment Resolution

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Budget Adjustment Resolution for FY2021.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

         I.  Closed Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 7:55 p.m. to enter into closed session to discuss the purchase or sale of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property or reduce the price the governmental body would receive for that property.  The minutes and the audio recording of a session closed under this paragraph shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

        J.  Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 8:27 p.m. to return to open session.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, 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 Elizabeth Richardson to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:27 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

February 24, 2020 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors 6:00 P.M.

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Monday, February 24, 2020

 

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 

Roll Call

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

New Business

  1. Approval of Interim High School Guidance Counselor

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the hire of Paulina Rodenburg for the position of Interim High School Guidance Counselor for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

        B.  Approval of Contract with Solution Tree Inc

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the contract with Solution Tree Inc for specified training for our PLC Facilitators.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       C.  Approval of Tentative Agreement with Glenwood Education Association

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve tentative agreement with the GEA for the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

        D.  Closed Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 6:05 p.m. to enter into closed session 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.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

         E.  Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 6:42 p.m. to return to open session.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

Work Session

The Board of Education heard presentations from Middle School Principal Stanley and High School Principal Nickerson on the outcome assessments for each of their buildings.

Curriculum Director Dr. Lang presented information on course enrollment and statistics related to offerings in Glenwood CSD.

Finance Director Buman discussed current state of fiscal year 2020 and reviewed the budget gear up for fiscal year 2021 with the Board.

Superintendent Embray then discussed strategic initiatives and the direction the District is going.

 

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 8:34 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

January 13, 2020 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Glenwood CSD High School Media Center

Monday, January 13, 2020

 

Public Hearing

President Becker opened the public hearing 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, Elizabeth Richardson, Ann Staiert, Tim Becker, and Greg Schultz.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Elizabeth Richardson 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 meeting on December 9, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

100

Legal Status of the School District

405.2

Allegations of Abuse of Students by School District Employees

503.13

Suicide Prevention and ACES Training Requirements

601.1

School Calendar

604.6CF

Consent to Student Use of the District’s Technology Computers, Computer-Like Equipment, Computer Network Systems and Internet Access

803.1

Purchasing and Bidding

803.4

Approval and Payment for Goods and Services

902.7

Warning System and Emergency Plans

1003.1

Public Use of School Facilities

1003.3E3

Glenwood Community School District Facility Use Agreement

1003.3E4

Use of School District Facilities and Equipment Indemnity and Liability Insurance Agreement

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

202.2

President of the Board

202.3

Vice President of the Board

202.4

Secretary and Treasurer of the Board

500.8

Shared Time/Dual Enrolled Students

500.9R

Home School Assistance Program/Competent Private Instruction Regulation

500.11

Compulsory Attendance

506

Parent and Family Engagement Title I

602.3

Special Education

700

Statement of Guiding Principles for Auxiliary Services

700.1

Internal Controls & Whistleblower

700.2R

Administrative Regulations Regarding Internal Control Procedures and Whistleblower Complaints

702.8R1

Student Conduct on School Transportation

703

Fiscal Management

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Jordan Bueltel

Assistant Boys Track Coach

$3,780

Jennifer Delanty

Substitute Food Service Worker

$10.09 per hour

Cory Faust

Co-Head Girls Track Coach

$4,725

Kandy Hernandez

Substitute Food Service Worker

$10.09 per hour

Erica Keppard

Substitute Food Service Worker

$10.09 per hour

Jessica Knott

Special Education Teacher Associate - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Katie Larsen

Co-Head Girls Track Coach

$4,725

Tracy Major

Special Education Teacher Associate - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Miranda Ruth

Health Aide

$13.00 per hour

Chris Visser

Assistant Boys Track Coach

$3,780

Edward Young

Authorized Substitute Teacher

$145 per day

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Savannah Apperson

From Health Aide to Substitute Health Aide or Special Educ. Assoc.

$10.73 per hour

Krystal West

From Substitute Teacher to ELL Teacher (.5 FTE)

$13,986.67

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Baylee Baker

Special Education Teacher Associate

Resignation

December 20, 2019

Samantha Giangreco

Special Education Teacher Associate

Resignation

January 6, 2020

Carolina Hall

Substitute Teacher

Resignation

January 6, 2020

Katrina Hobart

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

William Jacobitz

Teacher

Retirement

End of 2019-2020 SY

Brian Jaworski

Part Time Mechanic

Resignation in lieu of termination

December 16, 2019

Lisa Sowers

Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place

Resignation

January 15, 2020

Elizabeth Sutherland

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Ian Sutherland

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Jack A.

Glenwood

Good Cause

East Mills

Approve

No

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

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

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

HS Student Council

Winter Dance

Courtyard Landscaping & Furniture

$500

02/28/2020

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Megan Wake

Behavior Symposium

Kansas City, MO

2/26/2020

2/29/2020

Sara Mulligan

Behavior Symposium

Kansas City, MO

2/26/2020

2/29/2020

Jordan Bueltel

Glazier Clinic

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

Kate Wilson

Northwest Missouri State Track

Maryville, MO

3/21/2020

3/21/2020

Kate Wilson

Nebraska Wesleyan Indoor Track

Lincoln, NE

3/24/0019

3/24/0019

Kate Wilson

Kansas Relays

Lawrence, KS

4/17/2020

4/18/2020

Kate Wilson

Drake Relays

Des Moines, IA

4/30/2020

5/2/2020

Devin Embray

AEA Superintendents Legislative Education Advocacy Meeting

Altoona, IA

2/10/2020

2/11/2020

Cory Faust

Glazier Clinics

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

Alex Williams

Football Coaching Clinic

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

Chris Visser

Glazier Football Clinic Kansas City

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

David Clark

Cyclone honor band festival

Ames, IA

2/6/2020

2/8/2020

Kyle Gerdes

Coaching Clinic

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

Barry M Loeffelbein

Glazier Clinic - FB

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

Logan McCorkle

Football Coaching Clinic

Kansas City, MO

2/7/2020

2/9/2020

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

Mills County Community Foundation

To improve health, safety & education in the daycare rooms. 

$3,000

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

NONE

 

 

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

Continue to work through the punch list with the contractor.

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 Accept Bids re Northeast and Middle School Roof Project

        Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the acceptance of bids for the Northeast and Middle School roof project.  Tim Beckerseconded the motion.            All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.     Approval of Agreement with DJ B.E. Strong

        Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the contract with B.E. Strong for DJ services to be provided for the winter dance on 2/28/2020.  Elizabeth            Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.     Approval of LEP Allowable Cost

        Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the request of LEP Allowable Cost in the amount of $3,907.71.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.          All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

D.     Approval of 2020 High School Summer Series Contract

        Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the contract with Greater Des Moines Baseball Company for the Clarinda vs Glenwood high school                    baseball game to be played at Principal Park in Des Moines, IA on 6/8/2020.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

E.     Approval of Refunding of the Districts 2012 and 2015 GO School Bonds

        Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve moving forward with Piper Sandler in refinancing the 2012 and 2015 GO Bonds.  Ann Staiert                  seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

F.     Approval of Modified Supplemental Amount Application for At-Risk

        Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the MSA Application for At-Risk in the amount of $502,611.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted              “aye”.  Motion carried.

G.     Approval of THRIVE Handbook

        Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the THRIVE Handbook.  Elizabeth Richardson 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 Tim Becker to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:33 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

July 29, 2019 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Public Hearing and Special Meeting

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2019

 

Public Hearing Began at 6:00 p.m.

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting to order at 6:17 p.m.

Roll Call

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

New Business

  1. Business Items

A.            Approval of Resolution of Continued Participation           

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve Resolution of Continued Participation in the Instructional Support Levy extending the ISL 5 years.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.            Approval of Resignation of Michelle Bahr                                                                                                                                

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the resignation of Board Director Michelle Bahr.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.            Approval of Appointment                                                                                           

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the appointment of Elizabeth Richardson to fill Michelle Bahr’s position on the GCSD Board of Directors until the Board election on November 5, 2019.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

D.            Approval of First Read of Board Policy 406.5R

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the First Read of Board Policy 406.5R-Drug and Alcohol Tsting of Personnel Operating District Vehicles-Regulations.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”. Motion carried.

E.            **ADDITION** Aproval of Agreement with Lori Stohs Consulting                                            

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the agreement with Lori Stohs Consulting.  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 to adjourn the Special Meeting at 7:00 p.m.  Ann Staiert seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

July 9, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Glenwood Community High School Media Center

Monday, July 8, 2019

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. 

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Becker, Greg Schultz, 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.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the special meeting and exempt session on June 6, 2019; regular meeting on June 10, 2019; special meeting and work session on June 24, 2019; and special meeting on June 28, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second 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

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

NONE

 

4E – New Hires

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Zack Akers

Custodian

$11.46 per hour (2019-2020 SY)

Kelly Barrett

Special Education Teacher Associate

$10.75 per hour (2019-2020 SY)

Sandra Dollen

Mentoring with Heart Coordinator

$16.00 per hour (2019-2020 SY)

Alida Harris

Health Aide

$13.00 per hour (2018-2019 SY)

Lori LaViolette

Flag Corps Sponsor

$2,700 (2019-2020 SY)

Lindsey Murdock

Summer School Teacher

$25 per hour

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

None

 

 

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Nicole Mann

Transportation Coordinator

Resignation

July 12, 2019

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUDNED

Lilly E.

East Mills CSD

Remain after move

Glenwood CSD

Approve

Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

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

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

Cheerleaders

Homecoming Business Window Painting

State Competition expenses, Accessories, Tryout and Banquet

$1,000-$2,500

09/7-29/2019

Cheerleaders

Car Wash

Program Signs and New Poms

$100 - $250

07/20/2019

Cheerleaders

Car Wash

2019-2020 Season Expenses

$100 - $250

08/17/2019

Volleyball

Youth Camp

Uniforms outside of schedule, extra balls and equipment, warm ups

AMAP

07/30/2019 -

08/08/2019

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Chad Lang

FastBridge Learning

St. Louis, MO

08/06/2019

08/08/2019

Sherry Herron

SAI Conference

Des Moines, IA

07/30/2019

08/01/2019

Devin Embray

SAI Conference

Des Moines, IA

07/31/2019

08/01/2019

Chad Lang

SAI Conference

Des Moines, IA

07/31/2019

08/01/2019

Cory Faust

SAI Conference

Des Moines, IA

07/31/2019

08/01/2019

Rick Nickerson

SAI Conference

Des Moines, IA

07/31/2019

08/01/2019

Cindy Menendez

SAI Conference

Des Moines, IA

07/30/2019

08/01/2019

Todd Peverill

Pella Cross Country Meet

Pella, IA

9/6/2019

9/7/2019

Cory Faust

Team Bonding and Leadership

Johnston, IA

8/8/2019

8/9/2019

Rick Nickerson

SAI Conference

Des Moines, IA

7/30/2019

7/31/2019

Cory Faust

SAI Convention

Des Moines, IA

7/30/2019

7/31/2019

Chris Visser

Team Bonding and Leadership

Johnston, IA

8/8/2019

8/9/2019

Kyle Gerdes

Team Bonding and Leadership

Johnston, IA

8/8/2019

8/9/2019

Alex Williams

Team Bonding and Leadership

Johnston, IA

8/8/2019

8/9/2019

Barry Loeffelbein

Team Bonding and Leadership

Johnston, IA

8/8/2019

8/9/2019

Bryan Diekmann

Team Bonding and Leadership

Johnston, IA

8/8/2019

8/9/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

None

 

 

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

Freshman U.S.  History

Draft

2019-2020

Recent U.S. History & Modern World

Draft

2019-2020

6th Grade Math

Final

2019-2020

8th Grade Math

Final

2019-2020

Middle School Financial Literacy

Final

2019-2020

Geometry

Final

2019-2020

Algebra II

Final

2019-2020

High School Foreign Language

Final

2019-2020

 

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

none

Presentations

Cheri Maxwell reviewed the 2nd Quarter Newsletter with the Board.

Activity Complex Update

Superintendent Embray gave an update to the activities complex

Reports

None In July

Old Business

None

New Business

  1. Approval to Renew Cooperative Sponsorship with East Mills CSD

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve renewal of the cooperative sponsorship agreement with East Mills CSD for boys soccer and boys tennis.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       B. Approval of Food Service Agreement with Kid’s Place Daycare

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the food service agreement between the district’s food service department and Kid’s Place Daycare for breakfasts and lunches.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       C. Approval of Mills County Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Mills County Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Disaster Plan.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       D. Approval of Instructional Support Levy Resolution of Intent

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the resolution of intent.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, Directors Schultz, Staiert, Romen, and President Becker voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       E. Approval of Agreement with Counsel

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the agreement with Counsel.  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 7:45 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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June 22, 2020 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:00 P.M.

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Monday, June 22, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Becker, Ann Staiert, Elizabeth Richardson, and Tim Becker.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

A.            New Hires

Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results.  Teacher’s salary amounts are contingent upon receipt and review of official transcripts.

Name

Position

Salary

Brenda Evans

Yearbook Advisor

$3,575

Grant Stivers

Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

$3,850

B.            Separation from District

Name

Position

Reason

Date

Chelsea Gunderson

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Shayla Pierce

Child Care Associate

Resignation

5/29/2020

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent items A through B.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.                               

New Business

  1. Approval of Cooperative Student Teaching/Practicum Agreement

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the cooperative student teaching/practicum agreement with Iowa State University.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

Work Session

Finance Director Kristi Buman presented the Board with end of year estimates and information on the upcoming audit for FY20.

 

ADJOURNMENT

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Elizabeth Richardson and seconded by Ann Staiert to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:38 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

June 8, 2020

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:00 P.M.

Glenwood Central Office

Monday, June 9, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. 

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Becker, Elizabeth Richardson, Greg Schultz, and Tim Becker.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on May 11, 2020; special meeting May 18, 2020; special meeting May 19, 2020; and special meeting May 26, 2020.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

900

Statement of Guiding Principles for Building and Sites

901

Site Acquisition and Building Construction

901.1

School Facilities Long Range Planning

901.2

Site Specifications

901.3

Site Acquisition

901.4

Selection of an Architect

901.5

Preliminary Building Specifications

901.6

Educational Building Specifications

901.7

Financing Site and Construction

901.8

Construction Contract Bidding

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

902

Maintenance and Operation

902.1

Maintenance Schedule

902.2

Requests for Improvements/Emergency Repairs

902.3

Use of Contract Service

902.4

Disposition of Obsolete Equipment

902.5

Adaptation for the Handicapped

902.6

Means of Escape from Fire

902.7

Warning System and Emergency Plans902.8

902.8

Tobacco and Nicotine Products-Free Environment

902.9

Vandalism

902.10

Energy Conservation

902.11

Unmanned Aircraft or Aerial Systems

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Eli Bales

Assistant Baseball Coach

$3,640

Amanda Crouch

Teacher

$54,276

Krista Ellis

Administrative Assistant

$15 per hour

Marissa Felt

Assistant High School Volleyball Coach

$3,850

Heather Lewis

Teacher

$57,828.20

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Danny Anderson

Custodian @ West Elementary to Custodian @ 103 Central & Trans.

No Change

Tracy Charon

Custodian @ 103 Central & Trans. to Custodian @ West Elementary

No Change

Amber Gaylord

From Teacher Associate to Building Secretary

$12.92 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Mike Artist

Bus Driver

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Rebecca Barney

Teacher Associate

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Laurie Crow

Teacher Associate

Retirement

May 29, 2020

Adam Giaffoglione

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Nancy Heitman

Substitute Bus Driver

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Robin Hundt

Yearbook Sponsor

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Toni Hunt

Teacher Associate

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Shana Johnston

Teacher Associate

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Elizabeth Keene

Teacher Associate

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Jessica Knott

Teacher Associate

Resignation

End if 2029-2020 SY

David Schoening

Custodian

Retirement

June 26, 2020

Glenda Severn

Substitute Food Service Worker

Resignation

May 28, 2020

Carol Stroud

Substitute Food Service Worker

Resignation

June 1, 2020

Felicia Trujillo

Teacher Associate

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Taylin D.

Treynor

Kindergarten student

Glenwood

Approve

20-21

Alexander P.

Glenwood

Remain after move

Council Bluffs

Approve

20-21

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of May 31, 2020.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

None

 

 

 

 

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

None

 

 

 

 

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

Mills Co. Comm. Foundation Grant

To improve school culture at the Glenwood Middle School by displaying school branded door graphics that align with GCMS positive behavioral interventions and supports model (PBIS)

$3,000

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

Calculus

Draft

2019-2020

6th Grade Math

Draft

2019-2020

8th Grade Math

Draft

2019-2020

Trig/Pre-Calc

Draft

2019-2020

7th Grade Math

Draft

2019-2020

Algebra

Draft

2019-2020

Algebra for 8th Grade

Draft

2019-2020

Geometry

Draft

2019-2020

Algebra 2

Draft

2019-2020

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

None

Presentations

Middle School Principal Stanely presented on changes to the TAG program that will take place this fall.

Activity Complex Update

Continue to work through the punch list with the contractor.

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.  Exempt Session

B.  Approval of Meal Prices for 2020-2021

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the meal prices for the 2020-2021 school year as presented.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.  Approval of Bread Bid.

Tim Becker made a motion to accept the bread bid from Bimbo Bakeries for the 2020-2021 school year.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

D.  Approval of Food Service Agreement with Kid’s Place

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the food service agreement with Kid’s Place Daycare to provide breakfasts and lunches for the 2020-2021 school year.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

E.  Approval of Backpack Program

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve from Backpack Program for the 2020-2021 school year.  Tim Becker seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

F.  Approval of PowerSchool Access Agreement

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the PowerSchool Access Agreement with Grant Wood AEA to run from July 1, 2020-June 30, 2021.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

G.  Approval of Strengths Discovery and Coaching Agreement

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Strengths Discovery and Coaching Agreement with Lori Stohs Consulting Group.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

H.  Approval of Agreement with Wayne State College

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the agreement with Wayne State College for a student internship with Activities Director Jeff Bissen.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

I.  Approval of Agreement with TeamMates Mentoring Program

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the program agreement with TeamMates Mentoring Program.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

J.  Approval of TAG Program Revisions

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the TAG programming revisions.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

K.  Approval of TAG Handbook Revisions

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the TAG handbook revisions.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

L.  Approval of Administrator/Director Wages for 2020-2021.

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the 2.5% base salary increase and individual increases for Administrators and Directors for the 2020-2021 school year.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

M.  Approval of Title IIA and Growth Plan Stipends

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Title IIA and Growth Plan Stipends.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

N.  Approval to Change PLC Date from May 12, 2021 to May 13, 2021.

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve to move the PLC date from May 20, 2021 to May 13, 2021.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

O.  Approval of Resolution

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the Resolution to Transfer Funds for Athletic Equipment in Fiscal Year 2020.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

P.  Approval of IT Purchased Services

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the proposal from WIN.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

Q.  Closed Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 7:49 p.m. to enter into closed session 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.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

R.  Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 8:59 p.m. to return to open session.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

S.  Approval of Wage and Contract for Superintendent

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the proposed wage increase of 2.75% and a 1 year contract extension making the Superintendent contract a continuing 3 year contract.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, 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 Tim Becker to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:02 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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March 12, 2020 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 12, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present: Greg Schultz, Elizabeth Richardson, Ann Staiert, Tim Becker, and President Becker.

New Business

  1. Business Items

A.  Approval of Resolution providing for the award and issuance of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds and providing for the levy of taxes to pay the same.               

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve Resolution providing for the award and issuance of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds and providing for the levy of taxes to pay the same.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, 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 to adjourn the Special Meeting at 2:04 p.m.  Tim Becker seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

March 23, 2020 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors 6:00 P.M.

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Monday, March 23, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. 

Roll Call

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

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

A.            New Hires

Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results.  Teacher’s salary amounts are contingent upon receipt and review of official transcripts.

                i.              Melanie Schoening                   K-2 Special Education - Strategist I            $43,806.40

                ii.            Jennifer Stortenbecker  MS Special Education - Level I                              $40,926.00

B.            Transfers

                i.              Jay Boyle                               Lead Custodian to Building Custodian           $11.54 / Hr

                ii.            Patty Lacy                             Food Service to Night Lead Custodian            $11.96 / Hr

iii.           Maureen Martin   Building Custodian to Lead Custodian           $14.06 / Hr          

C.             Separation from District

                i.              Kaimana Ah’Sam Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place Daycare Effective - March 16, 2020            Resignation

                                                                                               

                ii.            David Coakley     Teacher - Effective End of 2019-2020 SY                                                      Resignation

                iii.           Quinn Groff                          Teacher - Effective End of 2019-2020 SY                                      Resignation

                iv.           Michelle Jaworski               Shuttle Route #33 Only Effective - March 6, 2020                      Resignation

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the consent items A through C.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.                    

New Business

A.  Approval Resolution

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Pandemic Pay Resolution regarding District employees.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.  Approval of Agreement of Service and Addendum

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Agreement of Service and Addendum with Timberline Billing Services LLC for the 2020-2021 School year.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.  Approval of Emergency purchase of Mobile Hotspots

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the emergency purchase of 100-150 mobile hotspots.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

Work Session

The Board of Education heard presentations from Administrative staff in regards to K-6 Fast Benchmark.

Activities Director Bissen went over Winter Activity surveys with the Board of Education.

 

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 7:21 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

March 9, 2020 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Glenwood Central Office

Monday, March 9, 2020

 

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, Elizabeth Richardson, Ann Staiert, and Greg Schultz.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Elizabeth Richardson 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 meeting on February 10, 2020 and the work session on February 24, 2020.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

803.1

Purchasing and Bidding

803.8

Travel Allowance

803.8F1

Glenwood Community School District Travel Expense Form

804.1

Secretary’s and Treasurer’s Monthly Reports

804.2

Board Minutes Published

804.3

Earnings Report Published

804.4

Audit

804.5

Hazardous Chemical Disclosure

804.5R1

Regulations for Training for Hazardous Chemicals

804.6

Treasurer’s Annual Report

804.7

Internal Controls Procedures

804.8

GASB 54 Fund Balance Reporting

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

104.2P

Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Investigation Procedures

500.9R

Home School Assistance Program / Competent Private Instruction Regulation

505.4

Graduation Requirements

702.8R1

Student Code on School Transportation Regulation

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Alyce Allely

On-Site Coordinator

$12.87 per hour

Kim Arnold

Part Time Special Education Associate - Level I

$9.73 per hour

Damian Foutch

Special Education Associate

$10.73 per hour

Andrea Grile

Substitute Nurse

$155 per day

Willow Harvey

Child Care Associate

$7.25 per hour

Chase Heinold

Authorized Substitute Teacher

$145 per day

Jenny McVay

Bus Associate

$12.63 per hour

Randy Schmitt

Suburban Driver

$36.25 per route

Deborah Stanislav

Substitute Special Education Associate

$10.73 per hour

Mackenzie Zeski

Child Care Associate

$9.70 per hour

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Jennifer Fletcher

From Special Education Assoc. to Substitute Special Education Assoc.

$10.73 per hour

Lynnette Malovrh

From Kid’s Place Secretary to Authorized Substitute Teacher

$145 per day

Natalie Mannen

From Substitute Teacher Associate to Special Education Assoc. - Level I

$9.73 per hour

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Timothy Courtier

Building Custodian

Resignation

02/27/2020

Joe Fustos

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Willow Harvey

Child Care Associate

Resignation

February 20, 2020

Makayla Huffman

Special Education Associate

Termination

02/28/2020

Jeannie Whitmore

Night Shift Lead Custodian

Resignation

03/04/2020

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Liam A.

Lewis Central

2020-2021

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Ayden A.

Glenwood

2020-2021

Hamburg

Approve

2020-2021

Treyvor B.

Clayton Ridge

2020-2021

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Audrey B.

East Mills

2020-2021

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Gavin H.

Glenwood

2020-2021

Sidney

Approve

2020-2021

Easton M.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

2020-2021

Zoe M.

Lewis Central

2020-2021

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Melanie P.

Fremont-Mills

Remain following move

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Jaden S.

Lewis Central

Remain following move

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Tyler S.

Lewis Central

Remain following move

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Cadence W.

Council Bluffs

2020-2021

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Nathanael W.

Glenwood

2020-2021

East Mills

Approve

2020-2021

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of February 29, 2020.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

Builders Club

March Madness & Activities

AHA (50%/$350), Middle School activities and games, anything over $100 to Kiwanis for pickleball

$700

3/13/2020

Dance Team

Daddy Daughter Dance

Camp, uniforms, equipment, and state expenses

$500-$1000

April

Dance Team

Lil Rams Dance Clinic

Camp, uniforms, equipment, and state expenses

$500

TBD

Student Council

March Madness Basketball Game

School improvement projects and float decorations

$800-$1000

3/27/2020

Key Club

Design a Parking Spot

Purchase bench/table for the front lobby

$200

4/26/2020

Key Club

T-shirt Sales (Imana kids)

Donation to help support children from Imana build a school and village

$500

3/16/2020

BPA

Local Business Services

Hotel and costs for National BPA Conference

$1,600

3/10-4/15/2020

Boys/Girls Track

Event Sponsor

Lodging expenses for Kansas and Drake Relays

$1,000

3/28-4/27/2020

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Allison Henderson

Iowa Learning Academy - Presenting

Des Moines, IA

6/9/2020

6/10/2020

Derrica Hutchings

Attend SDE I Teach K! conference

Las Vegas, NV

7/5/2020

7/10/2020

Jennifer Young

Attend SDE I Teach K! conference

Las Vegas, NV

7/5/2020

7/10/2020

Elizabeth Jensen

Attend SDE I Teach K! conference

Las Vegas, NV

7/5/2020

7/10/2020

Destiny DeLashmutt

Attend SDE I Teach K! conference

Las Vegas, NV

7/5/2020

7/10/2020

Deborah Fajardo

Attend SDE I Teach K! conference

Las Vegas, NV

7/5/2020

7/10/2020

Kirsten Cashatt

Attend SDE I Teach K! conference

Las Vegas, NV

7/5/2020

7/10/2020

Kim Carlson

Attend SDE I teach K conference

Las Vegas, NE

7/5/2020

7/10/2020

Dawn Hillyer

Attend SDE I Teach K! conference

Las Vegas, NV

7/8/2020

7/10/2020

Lori Burton

Job Corps Campus

Excelsior Springs, MO

4/3/2020

4/3/2020

Chris Visser

Maryville MO Indoor Track Meet

Maryville, MO

3/24/2020

3/24/2020

Kendra Biermann

Work-based Learning Conference

Des Moines, IA

4/22/2020

4/23/2020

Kathryn Johnson

Work-based Learning Conference

Des Moines, IA

4/22/2020

4/23/2020

Colleen Confer

Schoology Conference

Austin, TX

7/25/2020

7/30/2020

Mark Starner

Indoor Track Meet

Maryville, MO

3/24/2020

3/24/2020

Jordan Bueltel

NWMSU Indoor meet

Maryville, MO

3/24/2020

3/24/2020

Dan Schoening

Iowa Jazz Championships Committee

Ames, IA

4/6/2020

4/7/2020

Kate Wilson

NWMS Track Meet

Maryville, MO

3/24/2020

3/24/2020

Kristi Buman

IASBO Conf

AMES, IA

3/25/2020

3/26/2020

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

Director Staiert presented the Enhance Mills County Award that the School District received to the BOE.

Presentations

None

Activity Complex Update

Continue to work through the punch list with the contractor.

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 General Obligation Bond Refinancing Engagement with Piper Sandler & Co

           Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the engagement with Piper Sandler & Co.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.                   Motion carried.

      B. Approval of Dissemination Agent Agreement with Piper Sandler & Co

          Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Dissemination Agent agreement with Piper Sandler & Co.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.            All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

      C. Approval of Resolution Providing for the Award and Issuance of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds and Providing for the                   Levy of taxes to pay the same.

           Item died due to lack of motion

       D.  Approval of Contract for Professional Services

            Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the contract with Heggerty Phonemic Awareness Curriculum for in –person professional services.  Ann                Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

      E.  Approval of Bid

           Greg Schultz made a motion to approve from School Bus Sales in the amount of $184,850 for two new 65 passenger school buses.  Elizabeth                 Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       F.  Approval to Change PLC Date from May 13th to May 14th

              Ann Staiert made a motion to approve moving the PLC Date from May 13th to May 14th.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion. All voted               “aye”.  Motion carried.

       G.  Approval of Cooperative Agreement with University of Northern Iowa

             Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the cooperative agreement with the University of Northern Iowa for placement of student teachers and                   other educational experience students.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       H.  Approval of 5 Year Plan

            Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the 5 year plan as presented.  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 Elizabeth Richardson to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:41 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

Uploaded Files: 

May 11, 2020 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

Central Office 103 Central

Monday, May 11, 2020

 

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, Ann Staiert, Elizabeth Richardson, and Tim Becker.

Spotlight on Education

None

Friends of Education

None

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the work session on April 2, 2020; special meeting on April 9, 2020; public hearing and regular meeting on April 9, 2020; the special meeting on April 22, 2020; and the work session on April 27, 2020.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

406.1

Health and Safety

503.5

Communicable Diseases

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

900

Statement of Guiding Principles for Building and Site

901

Site Acquisition and Building Construction

901.1

School Facilities Long Range Planning

901.2

Site Specifications

901.3

Site Acquisition

901.4

Selection of an Architect

901.5

Preliminary Building Specifications

901.6

Educational Building Specifications

901.7

Financing Site and Construction

901.8

Construction Contract Bidding

4E – New Hires - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Marissa Felt

SEL

$35,980 -Contingent upon receipt & review of official transcripts.

Haley Frink

Lead Teacher @ KP

$10.56 per hour

Katrina Hobart

Teacher - SPED Level I

$40,926

Katherine  Kaufmann

Child Care Assoc @ KP

$9.70 per hour

Marissa Klindt

Assistant HS / Head MS Girls Cross Country Coach

$3,025

Lindsey Lipsett

Child Care Assoc @ KP

$9.70 per hour

Damien Yeager

Building Custodian

$11.46 per hour

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Ann Greenfield

Teacher - Special Education Level I to Special Education Level 2/3

No Change

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Janie Hammer

Building Secretary

Resignation

May 26, 2020

Sasha Rindone

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUDNED

Carsen B.

Glenwood

Family move

Fremont-Mills

Approve

2020-2021

Presley B.

Glenwood

Family move

Fremont-Mills

Approve

2020-2021

Claire M.

Lewis Central

Remain after move

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Nicholas M.

Lewis Central

Remain after move

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Taylor M.

Lewis Central

Remain after move

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

Odin O.

Lewis Central

Good Cause

Glenwood

Approve

2020-2021

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Approval of bills and financial reports as of April 30, 2020.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

West Library

Scholastic Book Fair

To purchase books

AMAP

5/10-23/2020

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Judy Foutch

Mental Health Conference

Des Moines, IA

August 6, 2020

August 7, 2020

Jessica Miller

Iowa State Fair

Des Moines, IA

August 5, 2020

August 7, ,2020

Michelle Fluckey

Mental Health Conference

Des Moines, IA

August 6, 2020

August 7, 2020

Jennifer Pontefract

Mental Health Conference

Des Moines, IA

August 6, 2020

August 7, 2020

Lindsey Tadin

Mental Health Conference

Des Moines, IA

August 6, 2020

August 7, 2020

Jedd Taylor

PowerSchool Training

Anaheim, CA

June 28, 2020

July 3, 2020

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

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 Parent & Student Handbook Revisions for 2020-20201 TRIVE

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the 2020-2021 THRIVE Parent & Student Handbook.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.  Approval of Iowa Association of School Boards Renewal

Ann Stiaert made a motion to approve the renewal of the District’s membership with IASB.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.  Approval of Iowa School Finance Information Services Renewal

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the renewal of the District’s membership with ISFIS .  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

D.  Approval of AEA Purchasing Agreement

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the AEA Purchasing agreement for food, small wares, and ware wash for the 2020-2021 school year.  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

E.  Approval of 2020-2021 Consortium Agreement

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the Consortium Agreement for services provided at day programs within the boundries of CBCSD Children’s Square (Academic Center) and Heartland Family Service (Therapeutic School). Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

F.  Approval of Tentative Graduates

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the 2020 Tentative Graduates, contingent upon completion of all requirements. Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

G.  Approval of Outside Equipment Proposal

Tim Becker made a motion to approve to engage into a lease agreement with Agrivision to provide necessary equipment to our district for outdoor grounds and buildings. Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

H.  Approval of Retainer Agreement

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the retainer agreement with T9 Creative. Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

I.  Approval of Pay Increase for Bus Drivers for 2020-2021

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the increase for 2020-2021 for bus drivers as presented. Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

J.  Approval of LMC Proposal on Use of Personal Leave Days

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the proposal from the LMC for proposed use of personal leave days for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year and carry over into the 2020-2021 school year. Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

​K.  Discussion on IT Managed Services

The board discussed the RFP that will be sent out in regards to IT Managed Services. No motion

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 Elizabeth Richardson to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:37 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                             __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                      Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

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May 18, 2020 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:00 P.M.

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Monday May 18, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 

Roll Call

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

Recommendation to Terminate Non-Certified Employee

A.  Closed Session

Tim Becker made a motion at 6:02p.m. to enter into closed session 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.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.  Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion at 7:01 p.m. to return to open session.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.  Board Action

No action was taken.

 

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 special meeting at 7:01 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

May 19, 2020 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

12:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Special Meeting and Work Session to order at 12:02 p.m.

 

Roll Call

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

 

Special Meeting- New Business

 

  1. Approval of Modification of 2020-2021 School Calendar

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the modified 2020-2021 School Calendar.  Tim Becker 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 Tim Becker to adjourn the Work Session at 12:11 p.m.  Ann Staiert seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

May 26, 2020 Special Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors 12:15 P.M.

Glenwood CSD Central Office

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 12:15 p.m. 

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Becker, Ann Staiert, and Tim Becker.

Consideration of Action on Consent Items

A.            New Hires

Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and favorable background check results.  Teacher’s salary amounts are contingent upon receipt and review of official transcripts.

Name

Position

Salary

Genevieve Hartshorn

Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place Daycare

$9.70 per hour

Sarah Phillips

Special Education  - Strategist II

$40,926

Larissa Pelley

Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place Daycare

$7.25 per hour (High School Student)

B.            Separation from District

Name

Position

Reason

Date

Sara Barrett

Child Care Associate

Resignation

May 28, 2020

Emily Finken

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Adam Giaffoglione

Teacher

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent items A through B.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.                               

New Business

A.  Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with GEA

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Glenwood Education Association.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

B.  Approval of Milk Bid

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the milk bid from Hiland Dairy.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.  Approval to move forward wuth Summer Baseball/Softball

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the District moving forward with the summer baseball/softball season reserving the right to revisit the decision in the future if necessary.  Tim Becker 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 Tim Becker to adjourn the regular meeting at 12:45 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                        __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

November 11, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

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

High School Media Center

Monday, November 11, 2019

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, Elizabeth Richardson, 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 4M.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on October 14, 2019 and work session on October 28, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

702.7

School Bus Safety Instruction

702.8

Student Conduct on School Transportation

702.8R1

Student Conduct on School Transportation

702.9

Transportation in Private Vehicles for Extracurricular Activities

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

500.16R1

Truancy Regulations

500.16E1

Letter to Parent/Guardian(s) Regarding Attendance

500.16E2

Attendance Cooperation Agreement

500.16E3

Compulsory Attendance Mediation Agreement

500.16E4

Doctor’s Note to School

500.16F3

Recommendation for Referral to County Attorney for Violation of State Mandatory Attendance Law

800

Statement of Guiding Principles for Business Procedures

801.1

Planning the Budget

801.2

Preparation of the Budget Document

801.3

Requirements of the Budget Document

801.4

Publication of the Budget

801.5

Public Review of the Budget

801.6

Budget Adoption by the Board

801.7

Budget as a Spending Plan

801.8

Financial Accounting System

801.9

Classification of Accounts

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment requirements and  favorable background check results

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Zack Aistrope

Special Education Associate - Level 2/3

$10.73 per Hour

Belynda Brammer

Special Education Associate - Level ⅔ (1:1)

$10.73 per Hour

Lucas Clark

Groundskeeper

$12.76 per Hour

Maygen Clayton

Substitute Food Service Worker

$10.09 per  Hour

Bryan Diekmann

Assistant Weight Room Supervisor

$1,080

Alyce Honeyman

Substitute Teacher

$155 per Day

Shirley Howard

Substitute Special Education Associate

$10.73 per Hour

Brian Jaworski

Part Time Mechanic

$10.53 per  Hour

Heidi Lunn

Kid’s Place Coordinator

$40,000

Tara Merz

Substitute Bus Driver

$38 per Route after Probationary Period

Mark Pontefract

Substitute Suburban Driver

$36.25 per Route after Probationary Period

Justin Spahn

Substitute Bus Driver

$38 per Route after Probationary Period

Brian Stanley

Assistant MS Boys Basketball Coach

$2,160

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

William McGinnis

Bus Driver to Custodian & Substitute Bus Driver

$11.46 per Hour & $38 per Route

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Jana Aldrich

Teacher

Resignation

November 15, 2019

Ben Haynes

MS Assistant Volleyball Coach

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

Rhonda Maiers

Director of Kid’s Place Daycare

Retirement

June 30, 2020

Becky McKee

Special Education Teacher Associate

Resignation

November 1, 2019

Kelsey Miller

MS Student Council Co-Sponsor

Resignation

End of 2019-2020 SY

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DISTRICT REQUESTED

REASON

RESIDENT DISTRICT

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Lillian P.

Glenwood

Remain after Move

Red Oak

Approve

Yes

Jack R.

Glenwood

Remain after Move

Sidney

Approve

Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

Financial reports as of October 31, 2019 were approved.

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

DESCRIPTION

PURPOSE

TARGET

DATES

Builders Club

Activity Night

Mills Co. Storehouse, Love Tree

$400

11/15/2019

Student Council

Holiday Ornament

Incentives and Activities for Connections

$1,500

11/12/2019

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE DATE

RETURN DATE

Katie Larsen

2019 Track and Field Clinic

Des Moines, IA

12/6/2019

12/7/2019

Sherry Herron

SAM Iowa Convention

Des Moines, IA

12/5/2019

12/6/2019

Kristin Lappala

SAM Iowa Conference

Des Moines, IA

12/5/2019

12/6/2019

Sherry Herron

National SAM conference

Marco Island, FL

1/30/2020

2/2/2020

Ben Haynes

Iowa Track & Field Coaches Clinic

Ames, IA

12/6/2019

12/7/2019

Heidi Stanley

State SAM Conference

Des Moines, IA

12/5/2019

12/6/2019

Chris Visser

Track and Field Clinic

Ames, IA

12/6/2019

12/7/2019

Marissa Klindt

2019 Iowa Track and Field Coaches

Ames, IA

12/6/2019

12/7/2019

Cheri Maxwell

State Dance Competition

Des Moines, IA

12/5/2019

12/7/2019

David Clark

State Color Guard Competition

Des Moines, IA

12/5/2019

12/7/2019

Cory Faust

Iowa Football Coaches Association

Cedar Falls, IA & Des Moines, IA

11/21/2019

11/23/2019

Christina Boldra

Observing a Spanish teacher

Dunkerton, IA

11/17/2019

11/18/2019

Audrey Little

State Dance Competition

Des Moines, IA

12/5/2019

12/7/2019

Devin Embray

IGHSAU Representative Council

Cedar Rapids, IA

11/13/2019

11/15/2019

Devin Embray

IASB Annual Convention

Des Moines, IA

11/20/2019

11/21/2019

Kristi Buman

IASB Annual Convention

Des Moines, IA

11/20/2019

11/21/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

None

 

 

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

None

 

 

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

Karen Bueltel addressed the BOE about her confidence in the BOE on their reelections and Tim Becker to the BOE.  Karen went on to say how appreciative she is of Theresa Romens leadership and guidance on the BOE for the past several years making decisions on the best interest of the kids.

Comments from Board

President Becker shared with the BOE the winners from the Foundation’s grant process.  He feels that within a couple of years, the endowment will be large enough to support a 5-7k amount to the District.  Theresa shared out the superboard discussions that happened week.  Next meeting is February 5, 2020 at 6p.m. in the HS media center.  Ann reported on the boost for families, funding is still at an all time low,

Presentations

Dr Lang shared information received on the ISASP testing last spring.  There will be more information to come and scores will be sent out to students in the coming weeks.

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 Greg Schultz and seconded by Elizabeth Richardson 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.

  1. 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

Elizabeth Richardson              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                               Ann Staiert

Elizabeth Richardson              Ann Staiert

Ann Staiert                                 Ann Staiert

Curt Becker                                Ann Staiert

Tim Becker                                  Ann Staiert

 

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

        B.   Set Meeting Dates, Times and Place for 2019-20

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the following schedule for Board meetings for the 2019-20 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

November 25, 2019

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

MS Boys Basketball & Volleyball Banquet

December 9, 2019

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

Wrestling JV Invitational

No December  Work Session

 

 

 

January 13, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

MS Girls Basketball & Boys Varsity Swimming Meet

January 27, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

MS Wrestling; MS Girls Basketball; JV Wrestling Tournament

February 10, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

MS Girls Basketball

February 24, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

Varsity Boys Basketball (Districts); WIT Jazz Festival

March 9, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

2nd Gr. Music Program

March 23, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

Girls Varsity ISU Indoor Track & Field

April 13, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

Spring Break; Boys Varsity Golf; MS Boys & Girls Track & Field; Varsity Girls Golf; Boys JV Soccer; Boys & Girls Varsity Tennis Dual; Boys Varsity Track & Field; Boys Varsity Soccer

April 27, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

Boys & Girls Varsity Track & Field; Boys & Girls JV Soccer

May 11, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

Boys & Girls Varsity Golf H-10; Girls Varsity Tennis H-10; Boys & Girls Varsity Track & Field H-10 Rain Date; MS Boys & Girls Track & Field H-10; Boys JVSoccer

May 25, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

Memorial Day - CANCEL

June 8, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

Boys & Girls JV and Varsity Baseball & Softball

June 22, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

9th Gr Baseball; Varsity Baseball & Softball

July 13 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

Varsity Baseball

July 27, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

CANCEL

August 10, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

 

August 24, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

 

September 14, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

 

September 28, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

 

October 12, 2020

Regular Meeting

High School Media Center

 

October 26, 2020

Work Session

103 Central, 3rd Floor

 

     C.     Appointments/Assignments for 2018-19

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the following committee assignments for 2019-20.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

COMMITTEE

MEMBER

Mills County Conference Board

Curt Becker/Greg Schultz

Empowerment Board

Ann Staiert

Buildings/Grounds and Transporation

Greg Schultz

IASB Delegate Assembly

Curt Becker

CCC Committee

Elizabeth Richardson

Wellness Committee

Ann Staiert

Review Board Meeting Bills

Revolves each month in alphabetical order

Technology Committee

Tim Becker

Glenwood Community School Foundation

Elizabeth Richardson

Super Board Representative

Tim Becker

 

     D.     Appointment of Business Manager/Board Secretary

Tim Becker made a motion to approve Kristi Buman as the District’s Business Manager/Board Secretary. Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

     E.     Approval of Official Publication

Elizabeth Richardson 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

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

New Business

     A.     Approval of Appointment of Co -Sexual Harassment Officer

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the joint appointment of Rick Nickerson and Gene Wickham as the District’s Sexual Harassment Officer(s) for the 2018-2019 school year.  Elizabeth Richardson 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.  Tim Becker seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

     C.     Approval to use Signature Stamp and Electronic Signature

Ann Staiert 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.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

     D.     Approval of Level I Investigators and their Alternates

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve all Administrators as Level I investigators and alternates for each other.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

     E.     Approval to Request Maximum Modified Supplemental Amount

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve to request from the SBRC the maximum modified supplemental amount for open enrollment out ($148,192), this is not cash rather authority that we are seeking approval from the SBRC. Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried. 

     F.     Election of Green Hills AEA Board Memeber

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the election of Chris Blum.  Tim Becker seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

     G.     Approval of Agreement with KPE for Architectural Services

Tim Becker made a motion to approve the agreement with KPE for architectural services for roof modifications of Northeast Elementary and Glenwood Middle School.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  Roll call vote was take, 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 Elizabeth Richardson to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:29 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

_______________________________                                             __________________________________

Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary

October 14, 2019 - Minutes of Work Session & Regular Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Work Session and Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors

Glenwood CSD High School Media Center

Monday, October 14, 2019 – 6:30 p.m.

 

Work Session

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Work Session to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Roll Call

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

The Board, Superintendent Embray and Jeff Bissen discussed possible additional donations for the Athletic Complex.

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a Motion was made by Ann Staiert and seconded by Elizabeth Richardson to adjourn the Work Session at 7:00 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

Regular Meeting

Call to Order

President Curt 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, Ann Staiert, and Elizabeth Richardson.  Theresa Romens and Greg Schultz were absent.

 

SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION                                                                                                         

THRIVE – THRIVE was not a Spotlight on Education, but was a presentation.

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.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on September 9, 2019 and the board work session on

September 23, 2019.

4B - Approval of Agenda

4C - Approval of Board Policies   

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

505.4

Graduation Requirements

505.5

Early Graduation

505.6

Commencement

702.3

School Transportation for ExtraCurricular Activities

802.1

Local, State and Federal Income

802.2

Use of School Property and Equipment

802.3

Sale of Bonds

802.4

Investments

802.5

Gifts, Grants, Bequests, and Memorials

802.6

Depository of Funds

802.7

Student Activities Fund

4D - Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

702.7 

School Bus Safety Instruction

702.8

Student Conduct on School Transportation

702.8R1

Student Conduct on School Transportation

702.9

Transportation in Private Vehicles for Extracurricular Activities

4E - New Hires - Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background checks 

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Baylee Baker

Special Education Teacher Associate - Level I

$9.73 per hour

Joan Becker

Substitute Teacher

$155 per day

Teresa Bledsoe

Substitute Teacher

$155 per day

Steven Bogert

Substitute Bus Driver

$36.25 per route after training

Jennifer Buckingham

Middle School Play / Musical Director

$1,350

Cara Delaney

Special Education Teacher Associate - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Dennis Hagymasi

Substitute Custodian

$11.46 per hour 

Rhonda Lothrop

Substitute Teacher

$155 per day

Blaine Maher

Substitute Teacher

$155 per day

Alexis Morris

Child Care Provider @ Kid’s Place

$7.25 per hour (HS Student)

Rebecca Neff

Assistant Middle School Play / Musical Director

$540

Shayla Pierce

Child Care Provider @ Kid’s Place

$7.25 per hour (HS Student)

Colton Radford

Substitute Bus Driver

$36.25 per route after training

Felicia Trujillo

Special Education Teacher Associate - PreK - Level ⅔ (1:1)

$10.73 per hour

Diane Vontersch

Substitute Teacher

$155 per day

Brandon Wear

Substitute Bus Driver

$36.25 per route after training

Tucker Weber

Assistant Middle School Football Coach

$2,160

Margo Young

Substitute Teacher

$155 per day

4F - Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Robert Durbin

From Bus Driver to Mechanic

$24 per hour

Vernon Hoge

From Route #5 AM & PM to Route #5 AM Only

No Change

Sarah Phillips

From Special Education Teacher  Assoc to Auth. Substitute Teacher

$145 per day

4G - Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Thomas Belt

Custodian

Resignation

October 4, 2019

Nancy Heitman

Bus Driver

Resignation

September 30, 2019

Alita Jones

Special Education Teacher Associate

Resignation

September 29, 2019

Naomi Nieland

Special Education Teacher Associate

Resignation

October 11, 2019

Leverne Rohrberg

Bus Driver for TAG Shuttle (only)

Resignation

September 9, 2019

4H - Open Enrollments

NAME

DISTRICT REQUESTED

REASON

RESIDENT DISTRICT

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Haley C.

Clayton Ridge

Good Cause

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Blane H.

Glenwood

Kindergarten Student 2019-20

Fremont-Mills

Approve

Yes

Raylan S.

Fremont-Mills

Good Cause

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Korbyn T.

Glenwood

Kindergarten Student 2019-20

Fremont-Mills

Approve

Yes

Imogene T.

Fremont-Mills

Kindergarten Student 2019-20

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

4I - Approval of Financial Reports

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

4J - Fundraising Requests

GROUP

DESCRIPTION

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

Ram Brew

Coffee shop/Spirit shop

In-house student work experience and supplies

$500

9/13/19-5/31/20

Cheerleaders

Homecoming car / window painting

2019-2020 season expenses

$100-$150

9/14-9/19/19

MS Student Council

Fall Madness

Love Tree and VR equipment

$700

11/1/2019

MS Student Council

Breast Cancer Awareness Jeans Day

Donation to American Cancer Society

$150

10/28/19 11/1/19

Key Club

Change War

Bench for entryway

$400

3/23/2020

Key Club

Prom parking lot painting

Bench for entryway

$100

4/26/2020

Glenwood Color Guard

Community gift wrapping

Winter guard items

AMAP

12/1-12/8/19

Thrive

Target Gift Registry

Items needed for the new Thrive location

items

10/15/19-3/1/20

Thrive

Donors Choose

Items needed for the new Thrive location

items

10/15/19 - 1/17/20

4K - Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Kathleen Loeffelbein

Iowa School Counselors Conf

Altoona, IA

11/03/2019

11/05/2019

Tucker Weber

IWCOA

Des Moines, IA

10/26/2019

10/27/2019

Dixie DeAnne Thomas

State Cheer ICCA Competition

Des Moines, IA

11/1/2019

11/2/2019

Raina Meads

ICCA Cheer Competition

Des Moines, IA

11/1/2019

11/2/2019

Dixie DeAnne Thomas

Annual Honor Squad Event for ICCA

Cedar Falls, IA

11/21/2019

11/23/2019

Kevin Kilpatrick

Show Choir Competition

Gretna, NE 

1/11/2020

1/11/2020

Kevin Kilpatrick

Show Choir Competition

Wahoo, NE

2/22/2020

2/22/2020

Heidi Stanley

Attend ITAG conference

Des Moines, IA

10/14/2019

10/15/2019

Timothy Johnson

Attend the Iowa TAG conference

Des Moines, IA

10/14/2019

10/15/2019

Mark Starner

IATC Track Coaches Clinic in Ames

Ames, IA

12/5/2019

12/6/2019

Jordan Bueltel

Iowa Track Coaches Clinic

Ames IA

12/6/2019

12/7/2019

Jennifer Tallmon (Schwartz)

ITAG conference

Des Moines, IA 

10/13/2019

10/15/2019

Michelle Millar

Iowa School Counselor Conf

Altoona, IA

11/3/2019

11/5/2019

Katie Wilson

Iowa Coaches Track Clinic

Ames, IA

12/6/2019

12/7/2019

Pat Staebell

Iowa School Counselor Conf

Altoona, IA

11/3/2019

11/5/2019

Adam Buthe

IWCOA

Des Moines, IA

10/26/2019

10/27/2019

Bobbi Jo Hancock

Green Hills AEA & Other AEAs

Coralville, IA 

11/4/2019

11/6/2019

4L - Grant Requests  

NAME

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

Iowa Beef Industry Council

Reimbursement for using beef in Foods Classes

$350

TeamMates Mentoring

Start up fees, table cloth, banner, t-shirts, snack or sack lunch for mentees for events, crafts, and games.

$1,500

4M - Curriculum 

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

None

   

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public  

Chris Blum asked for the Board’s support as she is running as a board candidate for GHAEA.

Comments from Board of Education

President Becker stated almost $700 in donations had come in to the GCSF.

Legislative Update

None

Presentations - The entire staff and some students were in attendance to provide a program overview of the new alternative program now called THRIVE.  Teaching, Healing Resilience, independence, Empathy.  

Activities Complex Update – Superintendent Embray shared the update.  The elevator will not be completed by this week.  It is hopeful that they will be done with it by our last game.  We are close to being complete.  

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.

Old Business

None

New Business

A.           IASB Resolutions   (Instructions - Call for Legislative Priorities)                             

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the following resolutions for the IASB delegate

assembly consideration:  #7 - Mental Health, #19 - School Funding, #20 - Supplemental State Aid, and

#27 - SAVE as priority issues.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

B.           Discussion & Motion to Approve Changes to Kid’s Place Contracts                        

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the proposed changes to the Kid’s Place contracts.  Elizabeth

Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

C.            Approval of Glenwood Community Schools Foundation Grant Applications   

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the grant applications as presented.  Elizabeth Richardson

seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

D.           Approval of PowerSchool SIS Maintenance & Support and Enrollment Contracts

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the maintenance and support contract and the

enrollment contract for PowerSchool.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion

carried.

E.            Approval of PowerSchool Access Agreement

                Elizabeth Richard made a motion to approve the PowerSchool Agreement between the school district

and Grant Wood AEA for support services.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion

carried.                                                                                               

F.            Approval of Resolution         

                Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the Resolution with the City of Glenwood regarding the Oak

Ridge Park Urban Renewal Area.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.                                                                                                                               

G.           Approval of Cooperative Agreement with Iowa State University                             

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the Agreement with Iowa State Univ. for placement

of students for field experience.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

H.           Community / Contractor Appreciation Open House & Tours      

                The board approved to have Community / Contractor Appreciation Open House and Tours of the

new Athletic Complex on Wednesday, October 23 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.   A meal and tour of the

complex will be provided for a free will offering.

 

ADJOURNMENT

As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Elizabeth Richardson and seconded by Ann Staiert to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:07 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.               

 

 

 

 

______________________________________________________                    _____________________________________________________

Board President                                                                                              Board Secretary                                                                                                                             

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 28, 2019 Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, October 28, 2019

 

Call to Order

President Curt Becker called the Work Session to order at 5:55 p.m.

 

Roll Call

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

 

Work Session

Principal Nickerson presented ACT and College Readiness information to the Board of Edication.

The treasurer report and financial forecasting was presented to the Board of Education by Finance Director Buman.  Open Enrollment and certified count was also discussed.

Technology Director Steckelberg then presented a technology update to the Board.

Superintendent Monitoring was then discussed with Superintendent Embray

 

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 7:45 p.m.  Theresa Romens seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

September 23, 2019 Special Meeting and Work Session

Glenwood Community School District

Special Meeting and Work Session of the Board of Directors

Central Office, 103 Central, 3rd Floor

6:00 p.m. Monday, September 23, 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:  Greg Schultz, Ann Staiert, Theresa Romens, Elizabeth Richardson, and President Becker.

 

New Business

Approval of Overnight/Out of State Travel

Name                         Conference                                       Location                    Dates

Lori Burton                           Field Trip to Job Corps Campus                       Excelsior Springs, MO       Sept. 27, 2019

Lori Burton                           IHSSA Coaches Conference                                Ames, IA                                Oct. 11-12, 2019

Brenda Evans                       Speech Conference                                              Ames, IA                                Oct. 11-12, 2019

Kristi Buman                        IASBO Conference                                               Altoona, IA                            Sept. 24-25, 2019

Debbie Schoening               IASBO Conference                                               Altoona, IA                            Sept. 24-25, 2019

               

Greg Schultz made a motion to approve the overnight/out of state travel.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

Work Session

Superintendent Embray and Curriculum Director Lang both presented information on strategic initiatives to the Board.

 

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 7:47 p.m.  Ann Staiert seconded the Motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

 

_______________________________                                             _____________________________

Curt Becker                                                                                        Kristi Buman

President                                                                                            Board Secretary

September 9, 2019 Meeting

Glenwood Community School District

Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:00 P.M.

Glenwood CSD High School Media Center

Monday, September 9, 2019

 

Call to Order

President Becker called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 

Roll Call

Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present:  President Becker, Greg Schultz, Elizabeth Richardson, 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, with grammatical corrections to the reads as proposed.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

4A - Approval of Minutes

Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on August 12, 2019 and board work session on August 26, 2019.

4B – Approval of Agenda

4C – Approval of Board Policies

Second Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

805.1

School District Records

805.1R

Record Retention

805.2

Personnel Records

805.3

Student Records

805.4

Bonds for Officers and Employees

805.5

Inventory

805.6

General Fixed Capital Assets

805.7

General Intangible Assets

805.8

Debt Management

806.1

Insurance Program

4D – Approval of Board Policies

First Reading Approvals:

POLICY #

POLICY NAME

505.4

Graduation Requirements

505.5

Early Graduation

505.6

Commencement

702.3

School Transportation for ExtraCurricular Activities

802.1

Local, State and Federal Income

802.2

Use of School Property and Equipment

802.3

Sale of Bonds

802.4

Investments

802.5

Gifts, Grants, Bequests, and Memorials

802.6

Depository of Funds

802.7

Student Activities Fund

4E – New Hires Contingent upon completion of pre-employment reqs and favorable background check

NAME

POSITION

SALARY

Savannah Apperson-Casteel

Health Aide

$13.00 per hour

Jordyn Coates

Special Ed Preschool Assoc & Floater Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Gabriella Goetzinger

Special Ed Assoc - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Abigael Gorden

Child Care Assoc @ Kid’s Place Daycare

$9.70 per hour

Leeann Hill

Food Service Worker

$11.09 per hour

Makayla Huffman

Special Ed Preschool Assoc - Level 2/3 (1:1)

$10.73 per hour

Shana Johnston

Special Ed Assoc - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Valerie Jordan

Media Assoc

$9.73 per hour

Evonne Kates

Special Ed Preschool Assoc - Level 2/3 (1:1)

$10.73 per hour

Elizabeth Keene

General Ed Assoc

$9.73 per hour

4F – Transfers

NAME

FROM / TO

WAGE

Jessica Bumann

From Food Service to Preschool Assoc - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Charity Cunningham

From Food Service to Special Ed Assoc - Level 2/3

$10.73 per hour

Deb Davis

From Special Ed Assoc. to Sub Special Ed Assoc.

No Change

Paula Leick

From Health Aide to Sub Health Aide or Secretary

No Change

Lisa Sowers

From Preschool Assoc to Child Care Assoc at Kid’s Place

$10.56 per hour

Mark Starner

From Assistant MS Football Coach to Head MS Football Coach (8th)

$2,970

4G – Separation from District

NAME

POSITION

REASON

DATE

Adam Buthe

Assistant Weight Room Supervisor

Resignation

August 26, 2019

Craig Florian

Middle School Play Director

Resignation

August 30, 2019

Bree Jensen

Child Care Assoc

Resignation

August 9, 2019

Lisa Keltner

Special Ed Assoc

Resignation

August 19, 2019

Jarek Landess

Child Care Associate

Resignation

September 4, 2019

Courtney Lovely

Special Ed Assoc. / Test Proctor

Resignation

August 27, 2019

Sarah Madison

Sub Special Ed Assoc

Resignation

August 29, 2019

Jamie McMillan

Substitute Teacher

Resignation

August 12, 2019

Michael Williams

Bus Mechanic

Resignation

September 13, 2019

Dave Young

Bus Driver

Resignation

August 19, 2019

4H – Open Enrollments

NAME

DIST REQUESTED

REASON

DIST OF RESIDENCE

APPROVE OR DENY

FUNDED

Derek B.

East Mills

Family Move

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Zander B.

East Mills

Family Move

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Austin E.

Lewis Central

Family Move

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Akaisha M.

Fremont-Mills

Adoption

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Zaiden M.

Glenwood

Family Move

Lewis Central

Approve

Yes

James P.

Glenwood

For the 2020-2021 School Year

East Mills

Approve

Yes

Cash P.

Lewis Central

 

Glenwood

 

 

Ellsie P.

Lewis Central

 

Glenwood

 

 

Ethan P.

Council Bluffs

Foster Care

Glenwood

Approve

Yes

Reese S.

Glenwood

Family Move

Treynor

Approve

Yes

Luke W.

Glenwood

Dual Enroll for Athletics Only

East Mills

Approve

Yes

4I – Approval of Financial Reports

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

4J – Fundraiser Requests

GROUP

FUNDRAISER

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

DATES

MS Student Council

Ram Beads

Classroom VR set

$200

9/16-9/20/19

1st Grade

Donors Choose

headphones for classroom

$351

all year

West Library

Book Fair

books for West Elementary

AMAP

10/17-10/24/19

Junior Class- Class of 2021

Powder Puff Football Game

DJ services, snacks and decorations

$800

11/8 or 11/9/19

Junior Class- Class of 2021

Volleybro Volleyball Tourney

DJ services, snacks and decorations

$500

11/15/2019

Northeast Media

Book Fair

books for Northeast Elementary

AMAP

10/14-10/28/19

Glenwood Band (Flags)

Little Rams Color Guard camp

guard equipment and routines

AMAP

11/16/2019

Glenwood Band

Cookie Dough

assist students with 4 year trip and SWIHMB trip

AMAP

2/1-3/1/20

FCCLA

Strawberry Sales

national conference travel expenses

AMAP

2/3-2/24/20

FCCLA

Pass the Stocking

Donation to Ronald McDonald House

AMAP

12/2019-01/2020

Hospitality and Baking

Sales of Entrees and baked goods

supplies and ingredients for hospitality and baking

AMAP

9/9/2019

FFA

fruit, meat, cheese, beef jerky

CDE and SAE costs, leadership conferences, FFA dues, apparel, fair project materials, animals SAE showcases animal and livestock tags, FFA official dress

AMAP

10/7-11/6/19

Cheerleaders

Cheer Camp & Shirts

new 2019-2020 season expenses and new signs from Warrens/Varsity

$50-$100

8/15-10/4/19

Transitional Kindergarten

Donors Choose

mats for rest time

$600

8/30-12/19/19

Kindergarten

Donors Choose

chair pockets

$302

8/19-12/19/19

Reach/SADD

AHS - Red Out

raise money for AHA and raise awareness for healthy heart care

AMAP

10/7-10/21/19

SPED LEVEL II/III

Staff Pizza

entry and travel to special olympics

$500

9/27/19-5/28/20

4K – Out of State and Overnight Travel

REQUESTED BY

ACTIVITY

DESTINATION

DEPARTURE

DATE

RETURN DATE

Nancy Wright

International Literacy Association annual conference

New Orleans, LA

10/9/2019

10/14/2019

Nicole Guild

Attend EC SDI Year 2 cohort

Des Moines, IA

10/10/19

10/10/2019

Bobbi Hancock

Attend EC SDI Year 2 cohort

Des Moines, IA

10/10/19

10/10/2019

Julie McMullen

Attend EC SDI Year 2 cohort

Des Moines, IA

10/10/19

10/10/2019

Kevin Kilpatrick

Men's Choir Festival

Lincoln, NE

10/7/2019

10/7/2019

Janis Moore

FCCLA National Fall Leadership

Dallas, Texas

11/14/2019

11/17/2019

Jeff Yoachim

NATA Convention (art)

Nebraska City,  NE

9/27/2019

9/28/2019

Chelsey Hirt

Nevada Tournament

Nevada, IA

9/27/2019

9/28/2019

Kathryn Johnson

Volleyball tournament

Nevada, IA

9/27/2019

9/28/2019

Jedd Taylor

ISCA Conference

Des Moines, IA

11/3/2019

11/5/2019

Katie Wilson

Volleyball Tournament

Nevada, IA

09/27/2019

09/28/2019

Colleen Confer

Teaching, Learning, Coaching Conf.

Overland Park, KS

10/5/2019

10/8/2019

Jennifer Pontefract

ISCA Conference

Des Moines, IA

11/3/2019

11/5/2019

4L – Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT

PURPOSE

AMOUNT

Glenwood Comm School Foundation Grant

Provide support to students, staff and community in ways that contribute to their ability to excel in academic progress and enrichment activities

$2,000

4M – Curriculum

CONTENT

DRAFT/FINAL

SCHOOL YEAR

NONE

 

 

Announcements and Communications

Comments from Public

None

Comments from Board

Discussed superboard meeting.  City is going to be proposing a $2.5 million bond for improvements and firetruck.  The county is building three cabins by pony creek.

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

  1. Approval to Accept School Research Nexus Membership

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the acceptance of membership in School Research Nexus.  Elizabeth Richardson seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       B. Approval of Co-Sexual Harassment Officers

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the appointment of Rick Nickerson and Genie Wickham as the District’s Co-Sexual Harassment officer(s) for 2019-2020..  Greg Schultz seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       C. Approval of Equity Officer

Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the appointment of Cindy Menendez as the District’s Equity Officer for 2019-2020.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       D. Approval of Level I Investigators and their Alternates

Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the appointments of all administrators as Level I investigators and as alternates for each other.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

        E. 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.  Theresa Romens seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       F. Approval of Special Education Deficit

Theresa Romens made a motion to approve the Special Education Deficit in the amount of $586,477.71.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       G. Closed Session

Greg Schultz made a motion to move into closed session at 6:17 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.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

       H. Return to Open Session

Greg Schultz made a motion to open session at 6:26 p.m.  Ann Staiert seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken, all voted “aye”.  Motion carried.  Greg Schultz then made a motion to approve changes in paragraph 10 of the current superintendent contract with regards to educational stipend and reimbursement.  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 6:46 p.m.  All voted “aye”.  Motion carried.

 

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Curt Becker, Board President                                                             Kristi Buman, Board Secretary