Minutes were approved for the June 10, 2024 Regular Meeting &June 24, 2024 Special Meeting.
5B. Approval of Board Policies - Second Reading Approvals:
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
500.10R |
Student Absences-Excused (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.11 |
Compulsory Attendance (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16 |
Truancy-Unexcused Absences (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16E1 |
Letter to Parent/guardian(s) Regarding Attendance (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16E2 |
Attendance Cooperation Agreement (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16E3 |
Compulsory Attendance Mediation Agreement (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16E4 |
Doctor’s Note to School (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16E5 |
Violations - Community Service - Fine - Imprisonment (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16F1 |
Attendance Cooperation Agreement (Form 1) (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16F2 |
Student Mediation Contract (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16F3 |
Recommendation for Referral to County Attorney for Violation of State Mandatory Attendance Law (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.16R1 |
Truancy Regulations (REMOVE - Replaced by New Policies) |
|
500.11 |
Compulsory Attendance - NEW |
|
500.16 |
Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy - NEW |
|
500.16R |
Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy Regulation - NEW |
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
None |
|
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
None |
|
|
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Karen Sinner |
From Substitute Teacher to Media Associate |
$12.56 per hour |
|
Cameo Stephens |
From Substitute Teacher to Teacher |
$47,810 |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
Reeve Johnson |
Accompanist - HS Fall &Winter Concert |
Resignation |
June 27, 2024 |
|
Cort Lovato |
Head Boys Soccer Coach |
Resignation |
June 24, 2024 |
|
Julie Mount |
Junior Class Sponsor &The Blend Sponsor |
Resignation |
June 25, 2024 |
5G. Open Enrollments
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
FUNDE D |
|
Amelia A. |
Fremont-Mills |
2024-2025 Kindergarten Student |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Penelope C. |
Glenwood |
2024-2025 Kindergarten Student |
Clarinda |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Eleanor H. |
Glenwood |
Filed prior to July 1 Deadline |
Sidney |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Zachary H. |
Glenwood |
Filed prior to July 1 Deadline |
Sidney |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Allison K. |
Lewis Central |
Filed prior to July 1 Deadline |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Grace K. |
Lewis Central |
Filed prior to July 1 Deadline |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Ava S. |
Fremont-Mills |
2024-2025 Kindergarten Student |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Bodi W. |
Treynor |
Filed prior to July 1 Deadline |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Izak Z. |
Treynor |
2024-2025 Kindergarten Student |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
Approval of bills as of June 30, 2024.
|
GROUP |
DESCRIPTION |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
DATES |
|
Dance Team |
RAGBRI Bracelets |
Camp fees, equipment, gear &uniforms |
$500 |
7/19/24 |
|
Dance Team |
RAGBRI Water &Gatorade |
Camp fees, equipment, gear &uniforms |
$500 |
7/19/24 |
|
Dance Team |
RAGBRI Trucker Hats |
Camp fees, equipment, gear &uniforms |
$500 |
7/19/24 |
|
REQUESTED BY |
ACTIVITY |
DESTINATION |
DEPARTURE DATE |
RETURN DATE |
|
Chad Lang |
Superintendent Research Nexus Symposium |
Laguna Beach, CA |
10/16/2024 |
10/18/2024 |
|
Paula Carman |
IGCA Team Camp - Volleyball |
Johnston, IA |
08/07/2024 |
08/08/2024 |
|
Jennifer Schneider |
IGCA Team Camp - Volleyball |
Johnston, IA |
08/07/2024 |
08/08/2024 |
|
Jackie Christian |
IGCA Team Camp - Volleyball |
Johnston, IA |
08/07/2024 |
08/08/2024 |
|
Nicole Kooiker |
Grundmeyer Leadership Services Summer Onboard Day |
Newton, IA |
07/08/2024 |
07/09/2024 |
|
Tim Reinert |
Grundmeyer Leadership Services Summer Onboard Day |
Newton, IA |
07/08/2024 |
07/09/2024 |
|
NAME |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
|
None |
|
|
|
CONTENT |
DRAFT/FINAL |
SCHOOL YEAR |
|
None |
|
|
T Winton inquired about the status of the video walk through project for each school building &the process for budgeting for an additional School Resource Officer (SRO) for FY26.
E Richardson reported that she will be sharing an informational letter from Henry Clark regarding keeping certain programming on the GRC campus.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the 2024-2025 Consortium Agreement with member school districts for a jointly administered program in day programs located at Children’s Square and Heartland Family Service. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the Agreement with the City of Glenwood for utilization of recreational fields. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J Zak made a motion for approval of the Resolution of Intent to dedicate future facility space for the Community Service Child Care Enterprise Fund. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
July 11, 2024 – Special Meeting July 22, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session July 25, 2024 – Super Board Meeting with City, County &School
August 12, 2024 – Regular Meeting August 26, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart and seconded by T Winton to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:48 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Matt Portrey, Board President Tim Reinert, Board Secretary / Treasurer
1. Call to Order, Roll Call &Agenda Approval – President Matt Portrey called the Special Meeting to Order at 5:30 p.m. Upon roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Matt Portrey, Elizabeth Richardson, Kellie Stewart, and Tony Winton. J Zak was absent. Elizabeth Richardson made a motion to approve the agenda. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
The contractors interviewed were: The Weitz Company, Kingery Construction Co., Genesis Contracting, and Meco–Henne Contracting, Inc.
No action was taken.
July 22, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session August 12, 2024 – Regular Meeting
August 26, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart and seconded by T Winton to adjourn the meeting at 10:00 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
President Matt Portrey called the Special Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Elizabeth Richardson, Matt Portrey, John Zak, Kellie Stewart and Tony Winton. E Richardson made a motion to approve the agenda. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T Winton made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 2A through 2D. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
Chad Cooke |
Lead Custodian |
$15.89 per hour |
|
Diane Cooke |
Custodian |
$14.86 per hour |
|
John Corcoran |
Head MS Boys Basketball Coach (7th gr) |
$3,300 |
|
Carol Dworak |
Substitute Teacher |
$172 per day |
|
Kayden Hagymasi |
Custodian |
$14.86 per hour |
|
Sophia Kohls |
The Blend Coffee Shop Sponsor |
$1,200 |
|
Kimberly Lefever |
Special Education Paraeducator |
$14.35 per hour |
|
Michael McMahan |
Lead Custodian |
$15.89 per hour |
|
Lu Peverill |
Assistant HS Boys XC Coach / Head MS Boys XC Coach |
$3,300 |
|
Tina Razor |
Special Education Preschool Paraeducator |
$14.35 per hour |
|
Randall Schmitt |
Bus Associate |
$14.86 per hour |
|
Charissa Wilkes |
Junior Class Sponsor |
$2,400 |
2B. Transfers
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Michaela Doherty |
From Special Education Teacher Level ⅔ @ West to Special Education Teacher Level ⅔ @ MS |
No change |
|
Maddie Epperson |
From Child Care Associate to Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place |
$13.07 per hour |
|
Jaden Gaylord |
From Special Education Paraeducator to Substitute Special Education Paraeducator |
No change |
|
Hallie Marasco |
From Preschool Associate @ NE to Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place |
$13.07 per hour |
|
Heather Roberson |
Social Emotional Liaison |
$53,565.29 |
|
Cameo Stephens |
From Substitute Teacher to Teacher |
$47,810 |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
Kristina Boone |
Child Care Associate |
Resignation |
July 2, 2024 |
|
Lee Chambers |
Custodian |
Resignation |
July 20, 2024 |
|
William Connelly |
Assistant Tennis Coach |
Resignation |
July 18, 2024 |
|
Cory Faust |
Head 7th Grade Girls Basketball Coach &Head 7th Grade Girls Track Coach |
Resignation |
End of 2023-2024 SY |
|
Denver Holeton |
Child Care Associate |
Resignation |
July 14, 2024 |
|
Barry Loeffelbein |
Head 7th Grade Girls Basketball Coach |
Resignation |
July 5, 2024 |
|
Brynn Schrock |
Child Care Associate |
Resignation |
July 12, 2024 |
|
Brian Stanley |
Assistant 8th Grade Basketball Coach |
Resignation |
July 8, 2024 |
2D. Open Enrollments
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
FUNDE D |
|
Kenia A. |
Lewis Central |
Continuation of Education |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Sophia A. |
Lewis Central |
Continuation of Education |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Kollyns W. |
Glenwood |
2024-2025 Kindergarten Student |
East Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the Construction Manager At-Risk contract with Meco-Henne Contracting, Inc. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T Winton made a motion for approval of the proposed school handbook revisions reflecting the updated policies for the High School, Middle School, Elementary Schools, Preschool, Thrive and Faculty. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Discussion of the Board of Education plans on attending the IASB Convention – November 20-22, 2024, was completed. The BOE chose Matt Portrey to serve as BOE Delegate at the Convention.
Discussion of the Board of Education plans on attending the COSSBA Convention – March 21-23, 2025, was completed. Currently, all Board of Education members plan to attend.
Discussion of Glenwood Community School District’s IASB 2024 legislative priorities was completed.
T Winton made a motion to approve communicating the selected top 2024 legislative priorities to IASB. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Discussion of Glenwood Community School District’s RSAI 2025 legislative priorities was completed.
T Winton made a motion to approve communicating the selected top 2024 legislative priorities to IASB. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the contract with Street Smarts to provide driver education program from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2027. E Richardson seconded the motion.
All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
The BOE discussed bringing a General Obligation Bond proposal to voters in November 2024. After careful consideration &extensive community input the BOE decided not to proceed at this time.
July 25, 2024 – Super Board Meeting August 12, 2024 – Regular Meeting
August 26, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart and seconded by T Winton to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Minutes were approved for the July 8, 2024 Regular Meeting, July 11, 2024 Special Meeting &Work Session &July 22, 2024 Special Meeting &Work Session.
5B. Approval of Board Policies - Second Reading Approvals:
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
None |
|
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
None |
|
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
Carrie Bauge |
Special Education Paraeducator - Level 2/3 |
$14.35 per hour |
|
LaDonna Birkey |
Food Service Clerk |
$14.35 per hour |
|
Jackie Christian |
Assistant Girls Soccer Coach |
$4,200 |
|
Lucas Clark |
Lead Groundskeeper |
$17.94 per hour |
|
John Corcoran |
Middle School Assistant Football Coach (7th) |
$2,400 |
|
Monica Davis |
Special Education Paraeducator - Level 2/3 |
$14.35 per hour |
|
Susan Goesch |
Food Service Worker |
$13.33 per hour |
|
Ann Greenfield |
Teacher |
$62,070.53 |
|
Melody Ragland |
Part-time Secretary (THRIVE) |
$16.23 per hour |
|
Polly Young |
Health Aide |
$20.50 per hour |
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Tessa Long |
From Substitute Kid’s Place Associate to Lead Teacher |
$13.07 per hour |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
Kim Clark |
Substitute Suburban Driver |
Resignation |
August 7, 2024 |
|
Teresa Elwood |
Special Education Paraeducator |
Resignation |
August 6, 2024 |
|
Delanie Evans |
Child Care Associate |
Resignation |
July 19, 2024 |
|
Breanna Jaworski |
Substitute Food Service Worker |
Resignation |
August 7, 2024 |
|
Laurie Johnson |
Suburban Driver |
Resignation |
August 7, 2024 |
|
Pamela King |
Substitute Teacher |
Resignation |
July 3, 2024 |
|
Shari Pavelka |
Special Education Teacher Associate |
Retirement |
July 23, 2024 |
|
Melinda Peters |
Substitute Teacher |
Resignation |
August 2, 2024 |
|
Mackenzie Peterson |
Child Care Associate |
Resignation |
August 5, 2024 |
|
Mark Reed |
Substitute Bus Driver |
Resignation |
August 6, 2024 |
|
Michelle Reed |
Substitute Food Service Worker |
Resignation |
August 6, 2024 |
5G. Open Enrollments
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
FUNDED |
|
Malana D. |
CAM |
Remain after move |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Clayton D. |
Treynor |
Kindergarten Student |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Arianna F. |
Clayton Ridge |
Change in resident district due to family move or change in state |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Broderick G. |
Glenwood |
Remain after move |
Fremont-Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Piper G. |
Glenwood |
Kindergarten Student |
Fremont-Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Justin S. |
Glenwood |
Remain after move |
East Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Faulyn S. |
Council Bluffs |
Remain after move |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Penelope W. |
Glenwood |
Remain after move |
Griswold |
Approve |
Yes |
Approval of bills as of July 31, 2024.
|
GROUP |
DESCRIPTION |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
DATES |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
REQUESTED BY |
ACTIVITY |
DESTINATION |
DEPARTURE DATE |
RETURN DATE |
|
Administrative Team |
SAI - School Administrators of Iowa Yearly Event |
Des Moines |
8/6/2024 |
8/8/2024 |
|
Jeff Bissen |
IHSADA Executive Board Meeting |
Des Moines, Iowa |
11/18/2024 |
11/19/2024 |
|
Jeff Bissen |
IHSADA Executive Board Meeting |
Des Moines, Iowa |
1/15/2025 |
1/15/2025 |
|
Jeff Bissen |
IHSADA State Convention |
Coralville, Iowa |
3/27/2025 |
3/31/2025 |
|
Jeff Bissen |
National Athletic Directors Conference |
Austin, Texas |
12/14/2024 |
12/17/2024 |
|
NAME |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
|
None |
|
|
|
CONTENT |
DRAFT/FINAL |
SCHOOL YEAR |
|
None |
|
|
Building Administrators, Special Education, School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place, Technology, Food Service, Transportation/Building and Grounds &Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of accountability.
The BOE was informed of a $350 donation from Bob Hughes for Glenwood Middle School Rambassadors t-shirts.
The BOE was informed of a $3,000 donation from the US Army secured by HS Principal Lorainne Duitsmann for a Grams sign for the Glenwood High School lunchroom.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the contract with Black Squirrel Timing to provide services in the amount of $970.38 for the 2024 Glenwood Cross Country Invitational. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion to approve the Affiliation Agreement with the University of Nebraska @ Omaha. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the Grant Acceptance Agreement with the Iowa Department of Education for the Therapeutic Classroom Incentive Grant for up to $526,500. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to go into Closed Session pursuant to Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j) - 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. T Winton seconded the motion. M Portrey, E Richardson, K Stewart and Tony Wonton all voted “aye”. John Zak was absent. The Board of Education went into Closed Session at 6:37 p.m.
E Richardson made a motion to return to Open Session. K Stewart seconded the motion. M Portrey, E Richardson, K Stewart and Tony Winton all voted “aye”. John Zak was absent. The Board of Education returned to Open Session at 7:40 p.m.
No Action was taken.
August 26, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session September 9, 2024 - Regular Meeting
September 24, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by E Richardson and seconded by K Stewart to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:55 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Matt Portrey, Board President Tim Reinert, Board Secretary / Treasurer
President Matt Portrey called the Special Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Elizabeth Richardson, Matt Portrey, John Zak, Kellie Stewart and Tony Winton. K Stewart made a motion to amend and approve the agenda. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 2A through 2E. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
|
Greenlee Evans |
High School Student Worker - Childcare Associate |
$10.00 per hour |
|
|
Ben Haynes |
Head Middle School Girls Basketball (7th) |
$3,300.00 |
|
|
Scott Hazen |
Middle School Girls Wrestling |
$3,300.00 |
|
|
Bree Jensen |
Assistant Middle School Volleyball (8th) |
$2,400.00 |
|
|
Elizabeth Keene |
Substitute Teacher |
$172.00 per day |
|
|
Mindy Lehman |
Substitute Food Service Worker |
$12.81 per hour |
|
|
Pamela Render |
Substitute Food Service Worker |
$12.81 per hour |
|
|
Paige Ryks |
Special Education Paraprofessional - Level 2/3 |
$14.35 per hour |
|
|
Alexa Sherry |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
$162.00 per day |
|
|
Carie Tadin |
Special Education Paraprofessional - Level 2/3 |
$14.35 per hour |
|
2B. Transfers
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Destiny Yale |
From Kid’s Place Childcare Associate to Special Education Paraprofessional - Level 2/3 |
$14.35 per hour |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
John Corcoran |
Assistant Middle School Boys Basketball Coach (7th) |
Resignation |
August 12, 2024 |
|
Brianna Jensen |
Assistant 7th Grade Volleyball Coach |
Resignation |
August 20, 2024 |
|
Tom Klassen |
Substitute Suburban Driver |
Resignation |
August 16, 2024 |
|
Dan McComb |
Bus Driver |
Resignation |
August 19, 2024 |
|
Tanner Teegarden |
Head Girls Tennis Coach |
Resignation |
End of 2024-2025 SY |
|
Mariana Watson |
Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place |
Resignation |
August 23, 2024 |
2D. Open Enrollments
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
FUNDED |
|
Brittney B. |
Glenwood |
Change in resident district due to family move. |
East Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Dakota F. |
Council Bluffs |
|
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Tally O. |
Shenandoah |
|
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Lilly S. |
Lewis Central |
|
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
Approval of bills as of August 23, 2024.
E Richardson updated the BOE on the Glenwood Foundation scholarship applications that are open until September 30, 2024.
T Winton updated the BOE on the Trailhead Bridge project.
Action on the 2024-25 Certified Staff Manual was postponed to the September 9, 2024, Regular BOE meeting.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the Classified Staff Manual as presented for the 2024-25 school year. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
September 09, 2024 – Regular Meeting
September 24, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart and seconded by T Winton to adjourn the meeting at 7:11 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Glenwood Community School District Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Minutes were approved for the August 12, 2024 Regular Meeting &August 26, 2024 Regular Meeting.
3B. Approval of Board Policies - Second Reading Approvals:
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
None |
|
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
407.2 |
Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones |
|
701.1 |
School Food Service Program |
|
701.2 |
Free or Reduced Cost Meals Eligibility |
|
702.1 |
School Transportation Services |
|
702.2 |
Student School Transportation Eligibility |
|
702.4 |
Summer School Transportation Services |
|
702.6 |
School Transportation in Inclement Weather |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
Brynlee Camarillo |
Student Worker @ Kid’s Place Daycare |
$10.00 per hour |
|
Hannah Doorenbos |
Hope Squad Co-Sponsor |
$1,500 |
|
Alyssa Freemon |
Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place Daycare |
$13.07 per hour |
|
Faylynn Griffin |
Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place Daycare |
$11.79 per hour |
|
Heather Roberson |
Hope Squad Co-Sponsor |
$1,500 |
|
Becky Ruth |
Assistant Middle School Volleyball Coach (7th) |
$2,400 |
|
Brian Stanley |
Substitute Media Assoc @ West Elementary (2 days/week) Substitute Teacher |
$12.56 per hour $172 per day |
|
Lillian Sullivan |
Student Worker @ Kid’s Place Daycare |
$10.00 per hour |
|
Jessica Vohs |
Substitute Teacher |
$172 per day |
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Elizabeth Clark |
From Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place Daycare to Preschool Special Education Paraprofessional and Substitute Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place Daycare |
$14.49 per hour |
|
Laurie Johnson |
From Suburban Driver (AM) and Bus Associate (PM) to Bus Associate (PM) only |
$15.01 per hour |
|
Ellen Pankievicz |
From Authorized Substitute Teacher to Special Education Paraprofessional - Level 2/3 |
$15.10 per hour |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
Nicole Beebe |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Resignation |
August 23, 2024 |
|
Kinsey Golden (Henderson) |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Resignation |
August 29, 2024 |
|
Denise Geier |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
Resignation |
August 21, 2024 |
|
Brock Jennings |
Assistant Wrestling Coach |
Resignation |
May 1, 2024 |
3G. Open Enrollments
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
FUNDE D |
|
Alexander B. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE Online Program |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Taylor C. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE Online Program |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Madyx L. |
East Mills |
Change in Student’s Residence |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Wyatt M. |
Lewis Central |
Kindergarten Student |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Bennett M. |
East Mills |
Remain After Move |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Ronan M. |
East Mills |
Remain After Move |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Kaitlyn M. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE Online Program |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Ariana R. |
East Mills |
Change in Student’s Residence |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Marco R. |
East mills |
Change in Student’s Residence |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Karter S. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE Online Program |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Naomi S. |
East Mills |
Change in Student’s Residence |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Faulyn S. |
Sidney |
Sidney Online |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
Approval of bills as of August 31, 2024, and financial reports as of June 30, 2024.
|
GROUP |
DESCRIPTION |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
DATES |
|
West Media Center |
Scholastic Book Fair |
Library Books |
AMAP |
10/15-25/2024 |
|
Northeast Media Center |
Scholastic Book Fair |
Library Books |
AMAP |
10/18-25/2024 |
|
Dance Team |
Dance Camp |
Equipment, Gear, Uniforms |
$500 |
01/03/2025 |
|
Middle School FCCLA |
Middle School Concessions |
Project Supplies, Membership Dues, District &State Conferences, Fundraiser Supplies &Group Projects |
AMAP |
09/16/2024 - 05/02/2025 |
|
Middle School Student Council |
Homecoming Beads |
Homecoming &Activity Nights |
AMAP |
09/30-10/04-2024 |
|
REQUESTED BY |
ACTIVITY |
DESTINATION |
DEPARTURE DATE |
RETURN DATE |
|
Nicole Thomas |
Iowa Library Association |
Des Moines, IA |
October 9, 2024 |
October 11, 2024 |
|
Jeff Yoachim |
Nebraska Art Teachers Assoc. Convention |
McCook, NE |
October 10, 2024 |
October 13, 2024 |
|
Megan McGuigan |
Men’s Choir Festival |
Lincoln, NE |
October 7, 2024 |
October 7, 2024 |
|
Derrica Hutchings |
Assessment Coaching Academy |
Alleman, IA North Polk HS |
Nov. 3, 2024, Jan. 6, 2025 March 2, 2025 |
Nov. 5, 2024 Jan. 8, 2025 March 4, 2025 |
|
Amie Abbott |
Assessment Coaching Academy |
Alleman, IA North Polk HS |
Nov. 3, 2024, Jan. 6, 2025 March 2, 2025 |
Nov. 5, 2024 Jan. 8, 2025 March 4, 2025 |
|
Eric Rasmussen |
Assessment Coaching Academy |
Alleman, IA North Polk HS |
Nov. 3, 2024, Jan. 6, 2025 March 2, 2025 |
Nov. 5, 2024 Jan. 8, 2025 March 4, 2025 |
|
Ben Haynes |
Assessment Coaching Academy |
Alleman, IA North Polk HS |
Nov. 3, 2024, Jan. 6, 2025 March 2, 2025 |
Nov. 5, 2024 Jan. 8, 2025 March 4, 2025 |
|
Chad Lang |
National Council for School Leaders of Mathematics Annual Conference |
Chicago, IL |
Sept. 23, 2024 |
Sept. 23, 2024 |
|
Chad Lang |
Northwest Missouri State Career Day |
Maryville, MO |
October 2, 2024 |
October 2, 2024 |
|
Chad Lang |
Assessment Coaching Academy |
Alleman, IA North Polk HS |
Nov. 3, 2024, Jan. 6, 2025 March 2, 2025 |
Nov. 5, 2024 Jan. 8, 2025 March 4, 2025 |
|
NAME |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
|
None |
|
|
|
CONTENT |
DRAFT/FINAL |
SCHOOL YEAR |
|
None |
|
|
4D.1. – Get Your Teach on Conference Report – 1st &5th grade Instructor Teams from Northeast and West Elementary Schools gave a presentation on the Get Your Teach on Conference that was attended July 21– 24, 2024. The conference experience was extremely positive, and strategies taken from the conference have been implemented.
Building Administrators, Special Education, School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place, Technology, Food Service, Transportation/Building and Grounds &Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of accountability.
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the Certified Staff Manual as presented for the 2024-2025 school year. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the agreement with VODEC to provide special education and/or related services to student(s)who are eligible. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J Zak made a motion for approval of the Sublease agreement with VODEC beginning September 9, 2024, and ending June 30, 2025. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the Purchase Agreement with Solution Tree. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the 2024–2025 Consortium Agreement with member school districts for a jointly administered program called Southwest Iowa Apex Consortium. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried
J Zak made a motion for approval of the appointment of Heidi Stanley and Ashlie Salazar as the District’s Co-Sexual Harassment Officers for 2024-2025. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.
Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the designation of Cindy Menendez as the District’s Title IX Coordinator and authorizes her to coordinate the district’s efforts to comply with the district’s responsibilities under Title IX (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681, et. Seq.). K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the re-appointment of Cindy Menendez as the District’s Equity Officer for 2024-2025. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J Zak made a motion for approval of the appointment of Administrators as Level I investigators and as alternates on Level I investigations. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion to approve authorization to the Chief Financial Officer to use the Board President’s signature stamp and/or electronic signature to sign all contracts for tuition-in, transportation, and alternative school student contracts; to authorize the Superintendent’s Administrative Assistant to use the Board President’s signature stamp and/or electronic signature to sign all employment contracts; and the Athletic Director to use the Board President’s signature stamp and/or electronic signature to sign all officials/referees’ agreements. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
September 24, 2024 - Special Meeting & Work Session October 4 &5, 2024 - Glenwood Homecoming Weekend
October 14, 2024 - Regular Meeting
October 28, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by E Richardson and seconded by K Stewart to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:07 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Matt Portrey, Board President Tim Reinert, Board Secretary / Treasurer
09 24 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
President Matt Portrey called the Special Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Elizabeth Richardson, Matt Portrey, John Zak, Kellie Stewart and Tony Winton. E Richardson made a motion to approve the agenda. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion to go into Closed Session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that that individual requests a closed session, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5.1.(i). K Stewart seconded the motion. M Portrey, E Richardson, K Stewart, and T Winton all voted “aye” to move to Closed Session. J Zak was absent
K Stewart made a motion to return to Open Session. T Winton seconded the motion. M Portrey, E
Richardson, K Stewart, and T Winton all voted “aye” to return to Open Session. J Zak was absent.
No action taken.
October 4 &5, 2024 - Glenwood Homecoming Weekend
October 14, 2024 - Regular Meeting
October 28, 2024 - Special Meeting &Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart and seconded by T Winton to adjourn the meeting at 10:25 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
10 14 2024 -Regular Meeting (1)
President Matt Portrey called the Regular Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon the roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Matt Portrey, Elizabeth Richardson, John Zak, Kellie Stewart and Tony Winton.
E Richardson made a motion to approve the agenda with modification. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion Carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 3A through 3L. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion Carried.
Minutes were approved for the September 9, 2024 Regular Meeting & September 24, 2024 Work Session.
3B. Approval of Board Policies - Second Reading Approvals:
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
407.2 |
Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones |
|
701.1 |
School Food Service Program |
|
701.2 |
Free or Reduced Cost Meals Eligibility |
|
702.1 |
School Transportation Services |
|
702.2 |
Student School Transportation Eligibility |
|
702.4 |
Summer School Transportation Services |
|
702.6 |
School Transportation in Inclement Weather |
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
410 |
Employee Use of Social Media |
|
604.3RF |
Instructional Materials Reconsideration Request Form |
|
604.4 |
Use of Information Resources |
|
604.4R |
Use of Information Resources Regulations |
|
604.6 |
Technology Policy (OLD) |
|
604.8 |
Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access |
|
604.6 |
Technology Policy (NEW - takes the place of old 604.6 and 604.8) |
|
604.6CF |
Consent to Student Use of the District’s Computers, Computer-Like Equipment, Computer Network Systems and Internet Access |
|
604.6GF |
Staff Acceptance Form and Consent to Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access |
|
701.3 |
Meal Charges |
|
702.5 |
School Transportation of Non School Groups (OLD) |
|
702.5 |
Transportation of Non School Groups (NEW) |
|
702.5GF |
Use of School Transportation by Nonschool Groups Agreement Form |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
Sarah Arbogast |
Substitute Suburban Driver |
$23.625 / hour or $47.25 p/ route |
|
Alexis Bird |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
$162 per day |
|
Nicholas Brule |
Bus Driver |
$26.25 / hour or $52.50 / route |
|
Chanelle Bush (Martin) |
Special Education Paraeducator - Level ⅔ |
$14.35 |
|
John Corcoran |
Assistant Middle School Girls Basketball Coach |
$2,400 |
|
Amy Demlow |
Accompanist - Jazz Choir |
$900 |
|
Lynda Eckheart |
Substitute Teacher |
$172 per day |
|
Ryleigh Freemyer |
Child Care Associate (student worker) @ Kid’s Place |
$10.00 per hour |
|
Ann Greenfield |
9th Grade Individual Speech |
$3,600 |
|
Carrie Greiner |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
$172.00 per day |
|
Scott Hamilton |
Bus Driver |
$26.25 / hour or $52.50 / route |
|
Nathan Karsjens |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
$162 per day |
|
Nathan Karsjens |
Assistant Middle School Boys Basketball Coach |
$2,400 |
|
Danielle Lord |
Child Care Associate - Kid’s Place |
$11.79 per hour |
|
Katy Marvel |
Middle School Learning Support Associate |
$22.25 per hour |
|
Daniel McGhee |
Bus Driver |
$26.25 / hour or $52.50 / route |
|
Janelle Mitchell |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
$172 per day |
|
Karrie Newman |
Food Service Worker |
$13.33 per hour |
|
Cole Peckham |
Assistant Wrestling Coach |
$3,000 |
|
Brianna Quiroz |
National Honor Society Sponsor |
$900 |
|
Douglas Ritcher |
Accompanist - Middle School Fall Concert |
$600 |
|
Debbie Rowe |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
$162 per day |
|
Megan Simons |
Special Education Paraeducator - Level ⅔ |
$15.00 per hour ($14.50 plus 0.50 evidentiary) |
|
Susan Snell |
Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place |
$11.79 per hour |
|
Zach Spieler |
Assistant Middle School Boys Basketball Coach |
$2,400 |
|
Taylor Springhower |
Special Education Paraeducator - Level ⅔ |
$14.50 per hour |
|
Grant Stivers |
Head Girls Tennis Coach - 2025-2026 |
$5,100 (2024-2025 salary; possible negotiated increase for 2025-2026) |
|
Kaitlin Suchting |
Preschool Paraeducator |
$14.35 per hour |
|
Kristin Williams |
Bus Driver |
$26.25 / hour or $52.50 / route |
|
Shelley Williams |
Substitute Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place |
$11.79 per hour |
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Melissa Arbogast |
From Special Education Paraeducator - Level I to Level ⅔ |
$15.84 per hour |
|
Royene Bozek |
From Special Education Paraeducator - Level I to Level ⅔ (Tues/Wed) |
$14.49 per hour |
|
Toni Bunnell |
From 8:00 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. now 10:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. |
$14.04 per hour |
|
Leanne Hill |
From High School to West Elementary - Level ⅔ Paraeducator |
No change |
|
Tessa Long |
From Lead Teacher to Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place |
$11.79 per hour |
|
Monica Mayberry |
From Special Education Paraeducator - Level 1 to Level ⅔ |
$15.31 per hour |
|
Chanelle Martin |
From Special Education Paraeducator - Level ⅔ to Substitute Paraeducator |
No change |
|
Terri Montague |
From Kitchen Manager Middle School to Food Service Training |
$17.85 per hour |
|
Kyndal Nelson |
From Northeast to Middle School |
$15.01 per hour |
|
Nichole Rasmussen |
From M/W/F 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. to M/TH 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
No change |
|
Shannon Silvius |
From Monday - Friday to Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
No change |
|
Sara Stanton |
From 8:00- 3:00 M-F to *-12 MF |
No change |
|
Gracelynn Steiner |
From Northeast Elementary to High School - Level ⅔ Paraeducator |
No change |
|
Carie Tadin |
From West Elementary to Northeast Elementary |
No change |
|
Emily Van Wey |
From Substitute Paraeducator to Special Education Paraeducator - Level ⅔ |
$14.49 per hour |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
Baylee Baker |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Carrie Bauge |
Level ⅔ Paraeducator |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Kendra Biermann |
Teacher (Early Leave Incentive) |
Retirement |
January 27, 2025 |
|
Kyle Blazek |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Makayla Boardman |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Chanelle Bush |
Substitute Special Education Paraeducator |
Resignation |
October 9, 2024 |
|
Thomas Cattron |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
John Corcoran |
Assistant High School Boys Track |
Resignation |
September 9, 2024 |
|
Kathryn Erickson |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Joseph Fustos |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Lacey Gray |
Substitute Food Service Worker |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Megan Hein |
Curriculum &Instruction Admin. Assistant |
Resignation |
September 13, 2024 |
|
Nic Hiller |
Assistant Baseball Coach |
Resignation |
October 1, 2024 |
|
Peter Jacobus |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Jennifer Johnston |
Substitute Nurse |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Mindy Lehman |
Substitute Food Service Worker |
Resignation |
September 9, 2024 |
|
Ashley Lundvall |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Lori McGoldrick |
Substitute Bus Driver |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Kandi McCool |
Substitute Teacher |
Resignation |
October 8, 2024 |
|
Emily McQueen |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Deborah Patterson |
Substitute Teacher Associate |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Michael Pleiss |
Substitute Bus Driver |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Grace Presley |
Seasonal Child Care Associate Kid’s Place |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Patrick Ribar |
Accompanist |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Taylor Ridge |
Teacher |
Resignation |
End of 2024-2025 SY |
|
Keagan Ruth |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Randall Schmitt |
Sub Suburban Driver and Sub Bus Associate |
Resignation |
September 10, 2024 |
|
Morgan Stanislav |
Seasonal Child Care Lead Teacher Kid’s Place |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Grant Stivers |
Assistant Baseball |
Resignation |
September 12, 2024 |
|
Grace Tattersall |
Student Worker Kid’s Place |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Terri VanSickle |
Payroll/Benefits Administrative Assistant |
Resignation |
September 30, 2024 |
|
Paula Zilmer |
Substitute Teacher |
Termination |
October 14, 2024 |
3G. Open Enrollments
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
FUNDE D |
|
John A. |
Glenwood |
Change in residence from one parent or guardian to another |
Council Bluffs |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Colton D. |
Glenwood |
Kindergarten |
East Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Braydon G. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Isaac H. |
Glenwood |
Kindergarten |
Council Bluffs |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Gage J. |
Glenwood |
Remain after move |
East Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Easton S. |
Glenwood |
Kindergarten |
East Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Rivington S. |
Lewis Central |
Kindergarten |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Brantley S. |
Glenwood |
Kindergarten |
East Mills |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Zivah T. |
CAM |
Iowa Connections Academy |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Blaire W. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
|
Bentley W. |
Clayton Ridge |
Iowa Virtual Academy |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Yes |
Approval of bills and financial reports as of September 30, 2024.
|
GROUP |
DESCRIPTION |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
DATES |
|
Glenwood FFA |
4 Seasons - Fruit, Meat, Cheese &Jerky Sale |
Annual program expenses, apparel, entry fees &state FFA conference |
AMAP |
10/15/24 to 11/8/24 |
|
Builders Club & Sunshine Comm. |
Fall Madness Volleyball Tournament |
Middle School Branding Projects |
AMAP |
10/11/2024 |
|
Middle School Library |
Scholastic Book Fair |
Library Books |
AMAP |
10/08-28/2024 |
|
REQUESTED BY |
ACTIVITY |
DESTINATION |
DEPARTURE DATE |
RETURN DATE |
|
Brianna Quiroz |
Iowa School Counselor Association |
Des Moines, IA |
11/03/2024 |
11/05/2024 |
|
Paulina Rodenburg |
Iowa School Counselor Association |
Des Moines, IA |
11/03/2024 |
11/05/2024 |
|
Paula Carman |
Volleyball Tournament |
Indianola, IA |
10/11/2024 |
10/12/2024 |
|
Jennifer Schneider |
Volleyball Tournament |
Indianola, IA |
10/11/2024 |
10/12/2024 |
|
Tucker Weber |
Wrestling Coaches Convention |
Des Moines, IA |
10/19/2024 |
10/20/2024 |
|
Marissa Klindt |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Chris Visser |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Alex Williams |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Suzanne Hall |
ICCA Cheer State Championships |
Des Moines, IA |
11/01/2024 |
11/02/2024 |
|
Dixie Thomas |
ICCA Cheer State Championships |
Des Moines, IA |
11/01/2024 |
11/02/2024 |
|
Suzanne Hall |
ICCA Cheer Honor Squad |
Cedar Falls, IA |
11/21/2024 |
11/22/2024 |
|
Jennifer Pontefract |
Iowa School Counselor Association |
Des Moines, IA |
11/03/2024 |
11/05/2024 |
|
Becky Ruth |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Mark Starner |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Jordan Bueltel |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Erin Peschel |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Sara Mulligan |
AMLE Conference |
Nashville, TN |
11/06/2024 |
11/09/2024 |
|
Lindsey Tadin |
AMLE Conference |
Nashville, TN |
11/06/2024 |
11/09/2024 |
|
Katy Marvel |
AMLE Conference |
Nashville, TN |
11/06/2024 |
11/09/2024 |
|
Heidi Stanley |
SAI - Four Essential Roles of Leadership |
Clive, IA |
10/30/2024 |
10/31/2024 |
|
Michelle Millar |
Iowa School Counselor Association |
Des Moines, IA |
11/03/2024 |
11/05/2024 |
|
Katie Wilson |
IATC Track &Field Coaches Clinic |
Ames, IA |
12/06/2024 |
12/07/2024 |
|
Jennifer Tallmon |
Iowa Talented and Gifted Fall Conf. |
Des Moines, IA |
10/13/2024 |
10/15/2024 |
|
NAME |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
|
None |
|
|
|
CONTENT |
DRAFT/FINAL |
SCHOOL YEAR |
|
None |
|
|
Building Administrators, Special Education, School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place, Technology, Food Service, Transportation/Building and Grounds &Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of accountability.
The Social Emotional Liaison (SEL) position was modified and redefined to the Student &Family Advocate (SFA) position in order to more accurately define the role and related job responsibilities.
Nicole Kooiker provided an update on building plans and project components for the proposed renovation of the GRC campus Meyer building.
E Richardson made a motion to terminate the sublease agreement with VODEC. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of Glenwood Community School Foundation Grant Applications. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J Zak made a motion for approval of the 2024-2025 Consortium Agreement with member school districts for a jointly administered program in day programs located at Children’s Square and Heartland Family Service. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the FY24 Special Education Deficit in the amount of $927,953.02. The deficit amount will be the amount of allowable growth and supplemental aid the district will be seeking for a negative special education balance. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the purchase agreement with Karl Chevrolet to purchase a Chevrolet Express G2500 van for $32,000 to replace the current maintenance van. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the Purchase to Own Lease Agreement with Karl Chevrolet for two Suburban SUVs to replace two high mileage Suburban SUVs in the current district vehicle fleet. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J Zak made a motion for approval of the consulting and engineering services proposal with KPE Engineering for the 2025 Middle School partial roofing replacement project. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T Winton made a motion for approval to purchase a used Skid Loader from Nauslar Construction, Inc. for
$9,000 for spreading salt and sand on and near district facilities in the winter. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the proposed 2025-2026 Vehicle Replacement Plan. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the Agreement with Complete Weddings + Events for DJ services for Prom 2025. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T Winton made a motion for approval of the School Officer Liaison Program Agreement with the City of Glenwood for the 2024-2025 school year. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the contract with Alpha School for special education services for the 2024-2025 school year. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T Winton made a motion to approve the proposal from Gravity Gaming by Byte Speed. The associated costs will be covered by the Therapeutic Grant. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
October 17, 2024 - Super Board Meeting October 28, 2024 - Work Session.
November 11, 2024 - Regular Meeting
November 25, 2024 - Work Session
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by T Winton and seconded by K Stewart to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:45 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Matt Portrey, Board President Tim Reinert, Board Secretary / Treasurer
Glenwood Community School District
Special Meeting
President Matt Portrey called the Special Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Elizabeth Richardson, Matt Portrey, Kellie Stewart and Tony Winton. J Zak was absent. E Richardson made a motion to approve the agenda. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
2A. Approval of EL Excess Cost Application
E Richardson made a motion for approval of the EL Excess Cost Application in the amount of $42,266.24. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
WORK SESSION
November 6, 2024 – Closed Session - Review Superintendent Candidate Applications November 11, 2024 – Regular Meeting
November 18, 2024 – Closed Session - Superintendent Semi-Finalist Virtual Interviews November 19-21, 2024 – IASB Annual Convention, Des Moines, Iowa
November 25, 2024 – Special Meeting &Work Session
December 2, 2024 – Closed Session – Superintendent Interviews December 9, 2024 - Regular Meeting
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by E Richardson and seconded by T Winton to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Call to Order &Roll Call – President Matt Portrey called the Special Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon a roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Matt Portrey, Elizabeth Richardson, Kellie Stewart, &Tony Winton. John Zak was absent.
E Richardson made a motion to approve the agenda. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Dave Black from Grundmeyer Leader Services (GLS) provided a presentation of the Stakeholder Survey Report on the Superintendent of Schools search.
Dave Black from Grundmeyer Leader Services (GLS) provided an update on the Superintendent of Schools Candidate Pool.
K Stewart made a motion to go into Closed Session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that that individual request a closed session, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5.1.(i). E Richardson seconded the motion. M Portrey, E Richardson, K Stewart, and T Winton all voted “aye” to move to Closed Session. Dave Black from Grundmeyer Leader Services (GLS) was also present.
K Stewart made a motion to return to the Open Session. T Winton seconded the motion. M Portrey,
E Richardson, K Stewart, and T Winton all voted “aye” to return to Open Session.
No action taken.
November 11, 2024 – Regular Meeting
November 18, 2024 – Closed Session - Superintendent Semi-Finalist Virtual Interviews CANCELED
November 19-21, 2024 – IASB Annual Convention - Des Moines, Iowa
November 25, 2024 – Special Meeting &Work Session
December 2, 2024 – Closed Session – Superintendent Interviews December 9, 2024 – Regular Meeting
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by T Winton and K Stewart seconded by to adjourn the meeting at 7:47 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Glenwood Community School District Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
J Zak made a motion to approve the agenda with modification. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion Carried
K Stewart made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 3A through 3L. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion Carried
Minutes were approved for the October 14, 2024 Regular Meeting &October 28, 2024 Work Session.
3B. Approval of Board Policies - Second Reading Approvals:
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
410 |
Employee Use of Social Media |
|
604.3RF |
Instructional Materials Reconsideration Request Form |
|
604.4 |
Use of Information Resources |
|
604.4R |
Use of Information Resources Regulations |
|
604.6 |
Technology Policy (OLD) |
|
604.8 |
Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access |
|
604.6 |
Technology Policy (NEW - takes the place of old 604.6 and 604.8) |
|
604.6CF |
Consent to Student Use of the District’s Computers, Computer-Like Equipment, Computer Network Systems and Internet Access |
|
604.6GF |
Staff Acceptance Form and Consent to Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access |
|
701.3 |
Meal Charges |
|
702.5 |
School Transportation of Non School Groups (OLD) |
|
702.5 |
Transportation of Non School Groups (NEW) |
|
702.5GF |
Use of School Transportation by Nonschool Groups Agreement Form |
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
604.5 |
Technology and Instructional Materials |
|
604.8P |
Glenwood Community School District App Procedures |
|
604.9 |
Proposed Website Disclaimer |
|
604.9F |
Add URL to Blocked Status Form |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
Amy Demlow |
Accompanist - High School Fall Concert Accompanist - High School Winter Concert Accompanist - High School Spring Concert Accompanist - Solo Ensemble |
$600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $900.00 |
|
Tracy Hickman |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
$162 per day |
|
Caiden Horton |
Auditorium Lights &Sound |
$3,000 |
|
Dan McComb |
Bus Driver |
$26.25 / hour or $52.50 / route |
|
Torey McKenzie |
Special Education Paraeducator - Level 2/3 |
$14.35 per hour |
|
Maureen O’Brien |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
$172 per day |
|
Haley Rhamy |
Special Education Paraeducator - Level 2/3 |
$14.35 per hour |
|
Elizabeth Roenfeld |
Head Softball Coach |
$6,300 |
|
Dan Schoening |
Certified Substitute Teacher |
$172 per day |
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Jacqueline Christian |
From Substitute Teacher to PT Teacher (continue to sub when not teaching) |
$14,252.85 |
|
Mary Beth Day |
From Substitute Teacher to Substitute Administrative Assistant |
$20.18 per hour |
|
Carissa Kayl |
From West Elementary to Middle School |
No change |
|
Kelly Koehler |
From Substitute Teacher to PT Teacher (continue to sub when not teaching) |
$20,504.10 |
|
Susan Snell |
From Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place to Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place |
$13.07 per hour |
|
Emily Van Wey |
From Substitute Special Education Paraeducator to Special Education Paraeducator- Level 2/3 |
No change |
|
Emily Van Wey |
From Middle School to High School |
No change |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
Laura Campbell |
Special Education Paraeducator |
Resignation |
October 14, 2024 |
|
Suzanne Hall |
Cheerleading Sponsor |
Resignation |
October 31, 2024 |
|
Frances Oetken |
Food Service Floater |
Resignation |
October 31, 2024 |
|
Shari Rodenburg |
High School Guidance Counseling Secretary |
Retirement |
End of 2024-2025 SY |
|
Curt Schulte |
Head 7th Grade Middle School Football Coach |
Resignation |
October 28, 2024 |
|
Brian Stanley |
Middle School Assistant Football Coach |
Resignation |
October 22, 2024 |
|
Gracelynn Steiner |
Special Education Paraeducator |
Resignation |
October 29, 2024 |
|
Laura Carroll |
Child Care Associate Kids Place |
Resignation |
November 11, 2024 |
|
Jaimie Fisher |
Northeast Elementary Paraeducator |
Resignation |
November 22, 2024 |
3G. Open Enrollments
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
|
Brayden B. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE Program |
Glenwood |
Approve |
|
Lilliana P. |
Shenandoah |
IGNITE Program |
Glenwood |
Approve |
|
Everly W. |
Clayton Ridge |
Iowa Virtual Academy |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Approval of bills and financial reports as of October 31, 2024.
|
GROUP |
DESCRIPTION |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
DATES |
|
Child Life @ Nebraska Medicine |
Pajamas |
School Wide Community Service Project |
AMAP |
11/1 - 12/18/2024 |
|
Teammates |
Popcorn Buckets |
Program Expenses and Scholarships |
$600 |
12/1/2024 - 3/1/2025 |
|
Student Council - High School |
Powder Puff Football |
Future Student Council Events |
$200 |
11/16/2024 |
|
ACTIVITY |
DESTINATION |
DEPARTURE DATE |
RETURN DATE |
|
Iowa Association of School Boards Annual Convention |
Des Moines, Iowa |
11/20/2024 |
11/21/2024 |
|
Iowa Ag Ed Summit |
Ankeny, Iowa |
01/26/2025 |
01/28/2025 |
|
Iowa Football Coaches Assoc. Fall Mtg. &Football State Championships |
Cedar Falls, Iowa |
11/21/2024 |
11/22/2024 |
|
Honor Squad |
Cedar Falls, Iowa |
11/21/2024 |
11/22/2024 |
|
State Dance |
Des Moines, Iowa |
12/05/2024 |
12/06/2024 |
|
NAME |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
|
None |
|
|
|
CONTENT |
DRAFT/FINAL |
SCHOOL YEAR |
|
Sports Media Digital Design Fundamentals |
Final |
2024-2025 |
|
Advanced Sports Media Digital Design |
Final |
2024-2025 |
|
Introduction to Film |
Final |
2024-2025 |
|
Integrated Math I |
Final |
2024-2025 |
|
3rd Grade Science |
Final |
2024-2025 |
Building Administrators, Special Education, School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place, Technology, Food Service, Transportation/Building and Grounds &Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of accountability.
The 2024 Gallup Engagement Survey Results were presented by Lori Stohs Consulting. The overall results reflected significant improvement compared to the 2023 Survey Results.
Nicole Kooiker provided an update on building plans, cost estimates and project components for the proposed renovation of the GRC Campus Meyer Building.
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart and seconded by E Richardson to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:05 p.m. and call the reorganization meeting to order at 8:05 pm. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Board Secretary - Treasurer Tim Reinert called the reorganization meeting to order and conducted the organizational meeting of the new board of directors.
Board Members voted by paper ballot for Board President. Ballots Cast for President for 2024-25 were as follows:
Matt Portrey Jon Zak
John Zak Matt Portrey
Elizabeth Richardson Matt Portrey
Kellie Stewart Matt Portrey
Tony Winton Matt Portrey
Matt Portrey was declared Board President. Board Secretary - Treasurer Tim Reinert, administered the Oath of Office to President, Matt Portrey.
Board Members voted by paper ballot for Board Vice-President. Ballots Cast for Vice-President for 2024-25 were as follows:
Matt Portrey Matt Portrey
John Zak John Zak
Elizabeth Richardson John Zak
Kellie Stweart John Zak
Tony Winton John Zak
John Zak was declared Board Vice-President. Board Secretary - Treasurer Tim Reinert, administered the Oath of Office to Vice-President, John Zak.
E Richardson made a motion to approve the following schedule for Board meetings for the 2024-25 school year. Regular board meetings and board work sessions will be held at the Central Office beginning at 6:00 pm unless otherwise noted. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
|
PROPOSED DATE |
TYPE OF MEETING |
PROPOSED SITE |
POSSIBLE CONFLICT |
|
November 25, 2024 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
December 9, 2024 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
Holiday concert 12 16 24 |
|
No December Work Session |
|
|
|
|
January 13, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
January 27, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
February 10, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
February 25, 2025, Tuesday |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
March 10, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
P-T Conferences PK-5 |
|
March 24, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
April 14, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
April 28, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
May 12, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
May 26, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
Memorial Day |
|
June 9, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
June 23, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
July 14, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
July 28, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
August 11, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
August 25, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
September 8, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
September 22, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
October 13, 2025 |
Regular Meeting |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
|
October 27, 2025 |
Work Session |
103 Central, 3rd Floor |
|
E Richardson made a motion to approve the following committee assignments for 2024-25. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
|
COMMITTEE |
CURRENT BOARD REPRESENTATIVE |
|
Mills County Conference Board |
Matt Portrey |
|
Empowerment Board |
Elizabeth Richardson |
|
Buildings / Grounds and Transportation |
Tony Winton |
|
IASB Delegate |
Matt Portrey |
|
CCC Committee |
John Zak |
|
Wellness Committee |
Kellie Stewart |
|
Review of Bills |
Revolves each month in alphabetical order |
|
Technology Committee |
Tony Winton |
|
Glenwood Community School Foundation |
Elizabeth Richardson |
|
Super Board Representative |
Kellie Stewart |
|
Safety Committee |
Jon Zak |
J Zak made a motion to approve Tim Reinert as the District’s Chief Financial Officer/Business Manager/Board Secretary-Treasurer. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
President Matt Portrey administered the Oath of Office.
E Richardson made a motion to approve the Opinion-Tribune as the school district’s official publication. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the appointment of Ahlers &Cooney, P.C. as legal counsel for the school district. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J Zak made a motion to approve the following bank depositories and limits. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
|
Name of Depository |
Location |
Maximum Deposit |
|
Glenwood State Bank |
Glenwood, IA |
$20,000,000.00 |
|
ISJIT |
Naperville, IL (managed) |
$20,000,000.00 |
|
First National Bank |
Glenwood, IA |
$ 5,000,000.00 |
K Stewart made a motion to approve the early notification incentive, to position Glenwood CSD with a highly qualified candidate for pool open positions. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the Service Agreement with Lifetouch for the 2025–2026 school year. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T Winton made a motion for approval of the FY24 District Audit completed by Anderson, Larkin &Co., P.C. Certified Public Accountants. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the drawings and specifications for the partial Roof modifications to sections 6 &9 of the Middle School. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
November 19-21, 2024 – IASB Annual Convention - Des Moines, Iowa November 25, 2024 – Special Meeting &Work Session
December 2, 2024 – Closed Session – Superintendent Interviews December 9, 2024 – Regular Meeting
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by J Zak and seconded by T Winton to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:40 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Matt Portrey, Board President Tim Reinert, Board Secretary / Treasurer
Glenwood Community School District
President Matt Portrey called the Special Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Elizabeth Richardson, Matt Portrey, Kellie Stewart and John Zak. Tony Winton was absent. K Stewart made a motion to approve the agenda. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the Out of State &Overnight Travel request. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
|
REQUESTED BY |
ACTIVITY |
DESTINATION |
DEPARTURE DATE |
RETURN DATE |
|
David Clark |
Color Guard - Iowa School Dance Team Assoc. State Championship |
Des Moines, Iowa |
12/03/2024 |
12/04/2024 |
December 2, 2024 – Closed Session – Superintendent Interviews December 9, 2024 – Regular Meeting
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart and seconded by J Zak to adjourn the meeting at 7:47 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the agenda. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion to go into Closed Session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance, or discharge, is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual’s reputation and that that individual request a closed session, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5.1.(i). John Zak seconded the motion. M Portrey,
E Richardson, K Stewart, and J Zak all voted “aye” to move to Closed Session. T Winton was absent.
Tim Reinert, Glenwood Community School District Chief Financial Officer &Board of Education Secretary – Treasurer, Trent Grundmeyer and Dave Black from Grundmeyer Leader Services (GLS) were also present.
K Stewart made a motion to return to the Open Session. E Richardson seconded the motion. M Portrey, E Richardson, K Stewart, and J Zak all voted “aye” to return to Open Session. T Winton was absent.
J Zak made a motion to direct Grundmeyer Leader Services to make a superintendent contract offer to the successful superintendent candidate. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
December 9, 2024 – Regular Meeting
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by K Stewart &seconded by E Richardson to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
President Matt Portrey called the Regular Meeting to Order at 6:00 p.m. Upon the roll call the following Board of Education (BOE) members responded as being present: Matt Portrey, Elizabeth Richardson, John Zak, Kellie Stewart and Tony Winton.
J Zak made a motion to approve the agenda with modification. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion Carried
K Stewart made a motion to approve the consent agenda with modification including items 5A through 5L. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion Carried
Minutes were approved for the November 6, 2024, Special Meeting &Work Session; November 11, 2024 Regular Meeting &November 25, 2024 Special Meeting &Work Session.
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
604.5 |
Technology and Instructional Materials |
|
604.8P |
Glenwood Community School District App Procedures |
|
604.9 |
Proposed Website Disclaimer |
|
604.9F |
Add URL to Blocked Status Form |
|
POLICY # |
DESCRIPTION |
|
506.1 |
Parent and Family Engagement Title I |
|
506.2R1 |
Parent and Family Engagement Building Level Regulation Title I |
|
604.1R |
Instructional Materials Selection Regulations |
|
604.2 |
Instructional Materials Inspection |
|
604.10 |
Outside Resource People |
|
604.11 |
Field Trips and Excursions |
|
604.12 |
Homework |
|
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 |
|
803.8 |
Travel Allowance |
|
803.1 |
Purchasing and Bidding |
|
803.1E1 |
Checklist for Project Consideration |
|
803.1E2 |
Purchasing and Bidding Flowchart |
|
803.1R1 |
Federal Funds in Procurement Contracts |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
SALARY |
|
Athena McCann |
Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place Daycare |
$11.89 per hour |
|
Pamela Render |
Food Service Floater |
$13.33 per hour |
|
Micah Smith |
Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place - Student Worker |
$10.00 per hour |
|
Randall Smith |
Authorized Substitute Teacher |
$162 per day |
|
NAME |
FROM / TO |
WAGE |
|
Maddie Epperson |
From Lead Teacher to Seasonal Employee |
$11.90 per hour |
|
Faylynn Griffin |
From Child Care Associate to Lead Teacher |
$13.07 per hour |
|
Nicole Kooiker |
From Interim Superintendent to Superintendent |
No change |
|
Ellen Pankievicz |
From 7:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. to 7:40 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. |
No change |
|
Nicole Rasmussen |
From Level ⅔ Paraeducator to Sub Paraeducator |
No change |
|
Taylor Springhower |
From 7:40 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to 7:40 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
No change |
|
Shannon Starnes |
From 7:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. to 7:40 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. |
No change |
|
Kaitlyn Suchting |
From two days per week to four days per week |
No change |
|
Emily Van Wey |
From High School back to Middle School |
No change |
|
Emily Van Wey |
From Special Education Paraeducator to Substitute Special Education Paraeducator |
No change |
|
Sherry Wallace |
From 7:40 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. to 7:40 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
No change |
|
Shelley Williams |
From Sub Child Care Associate @ Kid’s Place to Authorized Substitute |
$162 per day |
|
NAME |
POSITION |
REASON |
DATE |
|
Thomas Berke |
Teacher |
Retirement |
End of 2024-2025 SY |
|
Diana Lawler-Goos |
Teacher |
Retirement |
End of 2024-2025 SY |
|
Sarah Joyce |
Teacher |
Resignation |
End of 2024-2025 SY |
|
Hallie Marasco |
Lead Teacher @ Kid’s Place |
Resignation |
December 13, 2024 |
|
Torey McKenzie |
Special Education Paraeducator |
Resignation |
December 4, 2024 |
|
Elizabeth Roenfeld |
Assistant Softball Coach |
Resignation |
November 12, 2024 |
|
Becky Ruth |
Assistant Middle School Volleyball Coach (7th) |
Resignation |
November 15, 2024 |
|
Issac Morrison |
Kids Place Worker |
Resignation |
December 9, 2024 |
|
NAME |
DISTRICT REQUESTED |
REASON |
RESIDENT DISTRICT |
APPROVE OR DENY |
|
James D. |
Clayton Ridge |
|
Glenwood |
Approve |
|
Dalton G. |
Shenandoah |
|
Glenwood |
Approve |
|
Kenzie P. |
Shenandoah |
|
Glenwood |
Approve |
|
Sophia S. |
Lewis Central |
Remain after move |
Glenwood |
Approve |
Approval of bills and financial reports as of November 30, 2024.
|
GROUP |
DESCRIPTION |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
DATES |
|
GMS Builder Club & Sunshine Committee |
Penny War |
Raise funds for Teacher PBIS Store |
AMAP |
12/9/24 to 12/17/24 |
|
GMS Student Council |
Warm Their Feet |
Provide Socks for Elderly at Linwood Estates &Glen Haven |
AMAP |
12/9/24 to 12/20/24 |
|
NE PBIS Team |
T-Shirt Tuffy Sales |
Student Prizes for Ram Pride Winners |
AMAP |
12/9/24 to 12/30/24 |
|
Glenwood Band |
Cookie Dough Sales |
Raise money for student trip accounts |
AMAP |
2/20/2025 |
|
iJAG |
Shirts - Food - Travel |
iJAG Program Expenses |
$700 |
12/9/24 to 12/19/24 |
|
REQUESTED BY |
ACTIVITY |
DESTINATION |
DEPARTURE DATE |
RETURN DATE |
|
Megan McGuigan |
Show Choir Competition |
Wahoo High School, Wahoo, NE |
02/22/2025 |
02/22/2025 |
|
Nicole Kooiker |
Iowa Superintendents Finance &Leadership Consortium - Dec. Conf. |
Ankeny, IA |
12/17/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
Tim Reinert |
Iowa Superintendents Finance &Leadership Consortium - Dec. Conf. |
Ankeny, IA |
12/17/2024 |
12/19/2024 |
|
NAME |
PURPOSE |
AMOUNT |
|
None |
|
|
|
CONTENT |
DRAFT/FINAL |
SCHOOL YEAR |
|
Final |
2024-2025 |
1000 Book Challenge - Dara Harms and several 2nd grade class members gave a presentation on the 1000 Book Challenge completed during the first semester of the 2024-25 school year.
Building Administrators, Special Education, School Improvement, Activities Director, Kids Place, Technology, Food Service, Transportation/Building and Grounds &Print Shop reported on their respective buildings or areas of accountability.
E Richardson made a motion to approve the SBRC Application for FY25 Open Enrolled Out students who were not part of the FY24 certified enrollment of $225,788.04. T Winton seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T Winton made a motion for the approval of Mid-Term Graduates, contingent upon successful completion of all requirements. J Zak seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J Zak made a motion for approval of the Educator Advancement Program proposal with BloomBoard. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion for approval of the bid from Black Hawk Roof for Partial Roof Modifications to the Middle school as recommended by KPE Architecture | Engineering | Forensics, in the amount of
$76,295.00. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E Richardson made a motion to approve Nicole Kooiker’s position title from Interim Superintendent to Superintendent for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year. K Stewart seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K Stewart made a motion to approve the proposed Administrator stipends for District Wide responsibilities. E Richardson seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
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As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by J Zak and seconded by K Stewart to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:27 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Matt Portrey, Board President Tim Reinert, Board Secretary / Treasurer