2013 - 2014 Board Meeting Agendas

April 14, 2014 Public Hearing and Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
April 11, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Public Hearing regarding 2014­2015 Budget ­ Monday, April 14, 2014, 6:45 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Regular Meeting ­ Monday, March 10, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
PUBLIC HEARING
1.  Public Hearing regarding the 2014­-2015 Budget
 
REGULAR MEETING
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. We will be recognizing many of our students Monday night for their achievements, as well as HS Art Instructor, Jeff Yoachim, for being named Teacher of the Year 2014 at the Omaha Arts Festival/Young Artist Exhibition. 
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A. We will be recognizing Shopko for donations to the School District from the Customer Signature Campaign for 2013-2014
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.Regular Meeting ­March10,2014
2.Special Meeting & Work Session ­March24,2014
B. Approval of Agenda
C. Approval of Board Policies ­Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
Anti­Bullying and Anti­Harassment Policy
Technology Policy ­ Appropriate Use of District Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access
604.6CF
Consent to Student Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems and Internet Access
604.6GF
Staff Acceptance Form & Consent to Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, & Internet
 
D.Approval of Board Policies­ First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
604.8
Implementation of Technology Protection Measures…..
604.8P
Glenwood Community School District App Procedures
604.9
Proposed Web Site Disclaimer
604.9F
Add URL, Remove URL, Bona Fide Research….
 
E.New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Traci Ashburn
Substitute Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
Rebecca Bardsley
Assistant Girls Soccer Coach
$3,220
David Clark
HS Band Instructor
$52,751
Jennifer Etter
Substitute Nurse
$118 per day
Nicole Fischer
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Robert Hammers
Substitute Bus Driver
$14.93 per route
Robin Hundt
MS Play Director
$1,150
Cathy Kephart
Substitute Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
Courtney (Cort) Lovato
Assistant Boys Soccer Coach
$3,112.86 (Prorated)
Jamie McMillan
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Chris Miller
MS Play Assistant
$460
Brandon Parks
Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
Mark Starner
Head Softball Coach
$4,830
Kelli Stille
Substitute Special Education Teacher Associate & Substitute Food Serv.
$9.49 & $8.78 per hour
Jessica Stonerook
Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
Kevin Tucker
Head Boys Tennis Coach
$3,680
 
F.Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Craig Parks
From Part Time to Full Time ­ Grounds
$9.13 ­ No Change
 
G.Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Belinda Bessey
HS English Teacher
Resignation
End of 2013­-2014 SY
Stephanie Fholer
HS English Teacher
Resignation
End of 2013-­2014 SY
Carie Finnegan
MS English Teacher
Resignation
End of 2013­-2014 SY
James Giesting
Bus Driver
Resignation
April 4, 2014
Julie Gompert
Substitute Teacher Associate
Resignation
March 26, 2014
Mary Lee
HS Math Teacher
Resignation
End of 2013-­2014 SY
Elizabeth Mayfield
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
April 15, 2014
Madison Mead
Child Care Associate
Resignation
March 14, 2014
Jeremy Ryan
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
March 10, 2014
Derek Schuler
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
April 11, 2014
Grace Sibbitt
Substitute Bus & Suburban Associate
Resignation
August 26, 2013
Bennett Wiese
Bus Driver
Resignation
March 31, 2014
Cindy Wallace
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
March 28, 2014
Kristine Wilson
HS English Teacher
Resignation
End of 2013­2014 SY
 
H.Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
REASON
Bailey B.
Glenwood
Change in District of Residence
Breanna B.
Glenwood
Change in District of Residence
Ian B.
Glenwood
Change in District of Residence
Michael B.
Glenwood
Change in District of Residence
Zoe L.
Lewis Central
Lewis Central approved
Cole L.
Council Bluffs
Remain after Move ­ Council Bluffs approved
Mason P.
Red Oak
Red Oak approved
Maren S.
Lewis Central
Lewis Central approved
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Romens will have reviewed the bills
A.Approval of Additional Bills
2.Board Financial Reports
A.Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B.General Ledger Balance Report
J.Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
FCCLA
Sucker Sales
National Leadership conference expenses
$800
3/26­5/20/14
MS Book Fair
Sell books
New library books
Break Even
3/26­4/3/14
FCCLA
Soccer Concessions
National Leadership conference expenses
$400
4/14­5/14
MS Student Council
Hat & Jean Day
Donation to Glenwood Senior Center
$100
TBD
MS Student Council
Activities Night
Donation to Glenwood Senior Center/Homecoming
$700
5/2/2014
MS Student Council
Pie in the Face
Donation to Glenwood Senior Center
$100
5/2/2014
MS Student Council
Free Will Donation
Donation to Glenwood Senior Center
$100
4/28­5/2/14
 
K. Out of State and Overnight Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE(S)
 
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
CASE Institute
7/7/2014
7/17/2014
Ankeny, IA
Jessica Miller
National FFA Leadership Conference
10/29/2014
11/1/2014
Louisville, KY
Jessica Miller
ADM Soccer Tournament
4/25/2014
4/26/2014
Adel, Iowa
Amy Benson
ADM Soccer Tournament
4/25/2014
4/26/2014
Adel, Iowa
Rebecca Bardsley
National FCCLA Leadership Conf.
7/4/2014
7/11/2014
San Antonio, TX
Janis Moore
Iowa Bandmasters Association Conf.
5/15/2014
5/17/2014
Des Moines
Pete Jacobus
 
M.  Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
None
 
 
 
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations
 
5.REPORTS
A.BuildingAdministratorReports
1.High School
2.Middle School
3.West Elementary
4.Northeast Elementary
B.Student Services & School Improvement Report
C.Activities Director Report
D.Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G.Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H.Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of Budget for 2014­-2015                                                                                                                        Motion
I am seeking approval of the proposed budget FY15 school year as published.
 
B.Approval of Settlement Agreement                                                                              Motion
I am seeking approval of a settlement agreement with Omaha Construction services and the School District regarding our tennis courts.
 
C.Approval of Tennis Court Bid from Tennis Courts Unlimited                                                Motion
I am seeking approval of the bid from Tennis Courts Unlimited to repair and fix the issues related to the tennis courts originally.
 
D.Approval of 2014­2015 District Subscription Fee with ISFIS                                                 Motion
I am seeking approval to renew subscription with ISFIS for the FY15 school year. We have our board policies advisement through them as well as consulting services on many school issues.
 
E.Approval of Renewal with Blackboard Engage for SchoolCenter Services                             Motion
I am seeking approval of the renewal with Blackboard.  This is our website services and the costs associated are E­rated so we pay 40% of shown costs.
 
F. Approval of Contract with Creighton University for Facilities Rental                                        Motion
I am seeking approval of the rental agreement to secure the facilities for our soccer match with.  We split the costs
 
G.Approval of Agreement with Buena Vista University                                                                 Motion
I am seeking approval of the contract with BV to offer field experiences and student teaching experiences to BV students who request our school district.
 
H.Approval to Purchase One 8-­Passenger Van                                                                             Motion
I am seeking approval to purchase one Type II vehicle.  We have found that we can still get our existing specs met on this van, so we wish to move forward as the window of opportunity to do so will close soon.
 
8. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                    Motion
 
 
Upcoming Meetings:   
Monday, April 28 ­ Board Work Session ­ 6:00 p.m. ­ 103 Central, Third Floor
Monday, May 12 ­ Regular Board Meeting ­ 7:00 p.m. ­ HS Media Center
Thursday, June 19 ­ 2014 ISFIS Conference ­ West Des Moines Marriott

April 28, 2014 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
April 25, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At­-Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:        Monday, April 28, 2014 ­ 6:00­8:00 p.m. ­ Special Meeting and Work Session
             Central Office Conference Room 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, IA 51534
 
  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE                                                                                     6:00 p.m.
    1. Call to Order
 
  1. SPECIAL MEETING
 
Courtney Buthe
West Elem. Special Education ­ Level I
$36,711 (includes TSS)
Contingent upon receipt of transcripts
Ann Greenfield
High School Special Education ­ Level III
$47,161 (includes TSS)
Contingent upon receipt of transcripts
Elizabeth Huggins
Alternative Education Coordinator/Instructor
$45,332 (includes TSS )
Contingent upon receipt of transcripts
Richard Hutchinson
High School Principal
$95,000
  1. Transfers
Shane Keeling
HS Special Education ­ Level III to Alternative Education Coordinator/Instructor
$54,152.00
Linda Gragg
Alternative Education Instructor ­ Involuntary Transfer to HS Special Education ­ Level III
No change
 
  1. Approval of Long Range Plan Revisions                                                                                                            Motion                        I am seeking approval of the revisions that the Curriculum Coordinating Council is proposing for the district’s Long Range Plan.
 
D.  Safe Room                                                                                                            Discussion
  1. Grant
  2. Gym Project
 
  1. WORK SESSION
    1. Board Goals
 
  1. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                         8:00 p.m.

August 12, 2013 Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
August 9, 2013
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘13
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Henry Clark ­ At-­Large ‘13
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘13
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Regular Meeting ­ Monday, August 12, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m. ­
  St. John Lutheran Church, 620 Main Street, Mineola, Iowa 51554
 
1. Pledge of Allegiance
A. Call to Order
2. Spotlight on Education
A. None
3. Friends of Education
A. None
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.July 8, 2013 Board Work Session and Regular Meeting
2.July 22, 2013 Special Meeting and Board Work Session
B. Approval of Agenda
C. Approval of Board Policies­ Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
Basic Instruction Program
Summer School Instruction
Special Education
Career Education
Health Education
Human Growth and Development Student Excuse Form
Physical Education
Programs for At­Risk Students
Performance Testing for Classroom Credit
Alternative Programs
 
D. Approval of Board Policies - First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
Background Checks on Employees and Volunteers (New Policy)
Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles and the Regulations
School Transportation for Extracurricular Activities ­ Request Waiver of Second Read
Transportation in Private Vehicles for Extracurricular Activities ­ Request Waiver of Second Read
Purchasing and Bidding
Checklist for Project Consideration
Purchasing and Bidding Flowchart
Process for Competitively Bidding Projects Costing Over $125,000
 
E. New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
1:1 Special Education Preschool Associate
$9.49 per hour
1:1 Special Education Preschool Associate
$9.49 per hour
Substitute Bus Driver
$29.86 per route
Technology Technician
$15.00 per hour
9th Gr. Indiv. Speech & 10th­12th Gr. Indiv. Speech Sponsor
$920 & $1,073.33
Assistant HS Play/Musical Director
$920
Middle School Yearbook Sponsor
$920
Middle School Family & Consumer Science Teacher
$49,712.39 ­
Pending Receipt of Official Transcripts
High School Art
$48,702.39 ­
Pending Receipt of Official Transcripts
Special Education Associate
$9.49 per hour
Special Education Associate
$9.49 per hour
Special Education Associate
$9.49 per hour
Special Education Associate
$9.49 per hour
Special Education Associate
$9.49 per hour
Special Education Associate
$9.49 per hour
Vision Associate
$9.49 per hour
Interpreter / C­Print Captionist
$26,500
Special Education Associate ­ Level I
$8.49 per hour
Bus Associate
$10.88
 
F. Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Substitute Kitchen Worker to Bus Associate
$10.88
4.5 Hours Per Day to 7 Hours Per Day (SpEd Assoc)
No Change
Substitute Teacher Assoc.to 2 Days per Week (SpEd Assoc)
$9.49
5 Days per Week to 3 Days per Week (SpEd Assoc)
No Change
SpEd Associate to Regular Ed Art Associate
$8.79
Bus Driver to Substitute Bus Driver
No Change
From Bus Associate to Substitute Bus Associate and Substitute Type II Driver
Assoc ­ No Chg Driver ­ $29.86 / Rt
Substitute Associate to SpEd Associate
$9.49
From 6.5 Hours per Day to 7.5 Hours per Day
No Change
From 6.5 Hours per Day to 7.5 Hours per Day
No Change
From 6.75 Hours per Day to 7.5 Hours per Day
No Change
From PreK SpEd Assoc­7.5 Hours per Day­M T Th F to SpEd Assoc­6.5 Hours per Day­M­F
No Change
 
G. Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Head Softball Coach
Resignation
July 29, 2013
Middle School Media Associate
Resignation
August 1, 2013
Child Care Provider
Resignation
July 22, 2013
Child Care Provider
Resignation
May 29, 2013
Child Care Provider ­ Summer Help Only
 
August 1, 2013
Child Care Provider ­ Summer Help Only
 
August 1, 2013
Middle School Yearbook Sponsor
Resignation
May 31, 2013
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
August 6, 2013
Head Girls Tennis / Asst Boys Tennis
Resignation
August 7, 2013
Assistant Girls Softball
Resignation
August 7, 2013
 
H. Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
Glenwood
Fremont­Mills
Glenwood
Glenwood
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Staiert will have reviewed the bills
A.Approval of Additional Bills
3. Board Financial Reports
A.Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B.General Ledger Balance Report
 
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Yearbook
Book Sales
Pay for yearbooks
$24,000
8/15/13­5/25/14
Yearbook
Ads
Pay for yearbooks
$5,000
8/15/13­5/25/14
Newspaper
Ads
Part of curriculum
$2,500
8/15/13­5/20/14
MS Student Council
Bead Sales
Commons furniture
$200
9/16­9/20/13
 
K. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
None
 
 
 
 
L. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATE
DESTINATION
None
 
 
 
 
M. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
Mills Co. Community Foundation
To purchase lumber & materials for a new outdoor shed for Kid’s Place and to purchase a new refrigerator for the lunchroom at Kid’s Place which would hold medications, as well as food and beverages.
$3,000
 
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations
 
5. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1.High School
2.Middle School
3.West Elementary
4.Northeast Elementary
5.Building Bridges Learning Center
B. School Improvement Report
C.Activities Director Report
D.Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G.Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H.Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS

A. Approval of License Agreement with LRG Prep, LLC.                                                                                        Motion

I am seeking approval of the License Agreement with LRG Prep, LLC, which allows the school district to receive a minimum royalty of 50% on revenues received by LRG from the sale of products with the school’s name, nicknames, mascots, logos, designs, and graphics.

B. Approval of Iowa User Agreement                                                                                                                        Motion

I am seeking approval of the Iowa User Agreement with the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Division of Criminal Investigation

C. Approval of Student Teaching Agreement with Grand Canyon University                                                                  Motion

I am seeking approval of the Student Teaching Agreement with Grand Canyon University for the years 2013 ­- 2015.

D. Approval of Agreement with School Administrators of Iowa                                                                                        Motion

I am seeking approval of the Agreement with School Administrators of Iowa to participate in the School Administration Manager project.

E. Approval of Agreement with Iowa Lakes Community College                                                                                            Motion

I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Iowa Lakes Community College for a Glenwood student to attend under the SAVE program.

F. Approval of Agreement with City of Glenwood for School Officer Liaison Prog                                                              Motion

I am seeking approval of the Agreement with the City of Glenwood for the School Officer Liaison Program for the 2013­-2014 school year.

G.Approval of Grading Practice Statements                                                                                                               Motion

The Curriculum Coordinating Council is seeking approval of the grading policy.

H. Approval of Employability Skills Rubrics                                                                                                                        Motion

High School

Middle School

West Elementary

Northeast Elementary

I am seeking approval of the Employability Skills Rubrics.

I. Approval of Request Password Form from Secured Data Services                                                                                      Motion

I am seeking approval of the Request Password Form from Secured Data Services. Approval will enable the ability to send background check requests through Secured Data’s website instead of faxing them.

J.Approval of Rate Increase                                                                                                                                 Motion

Kid’s Place is seeking approval to increase their rates 5%.  The increased rates, if approved, would start Monday, August 26, 2013.

K. Move September Board Meeting to September 16, 2013.                                                                                                Motion              We requesting that the September board meeting be moved to Sept. 16 to accommodate the election results and to swear in the new board.

8. ADJOURNMENT
 
Upcoming Meetings ­
Board Work Session ­ Monday, August 26, 2013 ­ 6:00 p.m.
103 Central, Third Floor
 
Regular Meeting ­ September 16, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Community High School Media Center, 504 E. Sharp Street (if change of date approved)

August 26, 2013 Work Session Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray, Superintendent  *  Shirley Lundgren, Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
August 23, 2013
 
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                        Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘13
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                  Henry Clark ­ At-­Large ‘13
                                                                                         Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘13
                                                                                        Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
                                                                                        Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Board Work Session ­ Monday, August 26, 2013, 7:00 p.m.
103 Central, 3rd Floor, Glenwood, Iowa
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. Review and Discussion of Test Data
A.Expected Growth and Proficiencies
B.Glenwood 4th Quadrant ­ 2012­2013 ­ FICTIONAL NAMES
C.Glenwood 8th Quadrant ­ 2012­2013 ­ FICTIONAL NAMES
D.Glenwood 11th Quadrant ­ 2012­2013 ­ FICTIONAL NAMES
E.Growth by Student
 
3. Review and Discussion of CLI Procedures
A.Board Policy Statement
B.GCSD Curriculum Regulations
C.Instructional Planning Resource
D.Instructional RequirementsE.LRP 12.12
F.LRP Days Needed & Tasks
G.Glenwood Mastery
H.Grading Practice Statements
 
4. ADJOURNMENT OF WORK SESSION                                                                                                                                           Motion

August 29, 2013 Super Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray, Superintendent  *  Shirley Lundgren, Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
August 28, 2013
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                        Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘13
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                  Henry Clark ­ At-­Large ‘13
                                                                                         Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘13
                                                                                        Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
                                                                                        Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Super Board Meeting ­ Thursday, August 29, 2013, 6:00 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Mills County Engineer’s Office, 403 Railroad Avenue, Glenwood
  1.  Welcome and Thank You

Mark Ford, Moderator

 
  1. Presentations:
    1. Larry Hurst ­ September Disaster Preparedness Month / Responsibilities as officials.
    2. Anne Smith and Theresa Romens ­ Update on CTG Grant / Trail Update
  2. Reports and Updates
    1. County Supervisors
      1. Courthouse Progress
      2. County Jail
      3.  
    2. School Board
      1. Google Summit/ 1 to 1 Start-up
      2. Facility Improvements
      3. .
    3. City Council
      1. Library Update
      2. Pool Update
      3. Fire Department
      4. .
    4. Future Presentations/ Information needed? Ideas?
  3. Next Meeting Date: _______________________ Place: _______________
  4.  Adjournment                                                                                                                                               Motion

December 9, 2013 Work Session, Exchange of Initial Proposals and Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
December 6, 2013
 
To:       All School Board Members                                           Voting Order:
                                                                                            Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:   Devin Embray, Superintendent                                    Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                            Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                            Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
                                                                                            Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Work Session ­ Monday, December 9, 2013 ­ 5:00 p.m.
Presentation from Travis Squires of Piper Jaffray regarding the sale of
revenue bonds for the gym proposal ­ Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Exchange of Initial Proposals ­ Monday, December 9, 2013 ­ 6:00 p.m. Glenwood Education Association and Glenwood Board of Directors Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Regular Meeting ­ Monday, December 9, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Work Session ­ Presentation ­ 5:00 p.m.
 
1. CALL TO ORDER
 
2. WORK SESSION - ­Presentation from Travis Squires of Piper Jaffray regarding sale of revenue bonds
 
3. ADJOURNMENT
 
Exchange of Initial Proposals ­ 6:00 p.m.
 
1. CALL TO ORDER
 
2. GLENWOOD EDUCATION ASSOCIATION - ­Initial Bargaining Proposal to the Glenwood Board of Directors
 
3. GLENWOOD BOARD OF DIRECTORS - ­Initial Bargaining Proposal to the Glenwood Education Association
 
4. ADJOURNMENT
 
Regular Board Meeting ­ 7:00 p.m.
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A.
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1. November 18, 2013 Regular Board Meeting
 
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C. Approval of Board Policies ­Second Readings
POLICY #
 
DESCRIPTION
 
No Second Readings
D. Approval of Board Policies ­First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
603.6
Exclusion from a School Program Concerning Controversial Issues and/or Religious Issues
604.1
Instructional Materials Selection
604.1R
Instructional Materials Selection Regulations
E. New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Parker Baker
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place ­ College Student
$8.46 per hour
Jacy Embray
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place ­ High School Student
$7.25 per hour
F. Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
None
 
 
G. Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Kaimana Ah Sam
Child Care Associate
Resignation
11/27/2013
Christina Boldra
Child Care Associate
Resignation
11/27/2013
Shelby Oliphant
Child Care Associate
Resignation
10/17/2013
Robin Hundt
Assistant Cheer Coach
Resignation
02/28/2013
H. Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
REASON
Paris H.
Glenwood Community School District
Family moved from Nebraska into the East Mills District. Wanted child to attend school in Glenwood.
Channing R.
Treynor Community School District
Kindergarten 2014­2015. Siblings attend Treynor.
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Staiert will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
3. Board Financial Reports
A.Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B.General Ledger Balance Report
 
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
FFA
Community Breakfast
State/National Conference; State Fair
AMAP
2/22/2014
Culinary Arts Class
Restaurants Second Semester
Restaurant Groceries and Equipment
$500
2/3­5/26/13
K. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
Music Performance by Band
4/24­27/2014
New Orleans, LA
Pete Jacobus, Kay Fast
Eden Prairie Public Schools~TLC
12/12­13/2013
Eden Prairie, MN
Kelsey Miller
Eden Prairie Public Schools~TLC
12/12­13/2013
Eden Prairie, MN
Colleen Confer
L. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATE
DESTINATION
SE Polk Wrestling tournament
Brad Ashe, Adam Buthe, Brad Gregory
12/20­21/2013
Pleasant Hill, IA
IA HS Soccer Coaches Assn Clinic
Shane Keeling, Amy Benson
2/21­22/2014
Des Moines, IA
Agricultural CASE Institute
Jessica Miller
7/7­17/2014
Ankeny, IA
Music Performance by Band
Kay Fast, Pete Jacobus
4/24­27/2014
New Orlean, LA
Eden Prairie Public Schools~TLC
Kelsey Miller
12/12­13/2013
Eden Prairie, MN
Eden Prairie Public Schools~TLC
Colleen Confer
12/12­13/2013
Eden Prairie, MN
M. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
None
 
 
 
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public ­Brian Kissell, Mary Gunderson and possible other members of the pool committee will address the board.
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations
5. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1.High School
2.Middle School
3.West Elementary
4.Northeast Elementary
B.Student Services & School Improvement Report
C.Activities Director Report
D.Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G.Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H.Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Auxiliary Gym                                                                                                                    Discussion
I am requesting the board discuss the input that has been solicited from the parent survey that was sent last week as well as any other input that they have received regarding this project as well as information from the presentation given at our prior meeting concerning the possible addition of a gymnasium/locker rooms and expanded weight room.
 
B.
Auxiliary Gym
Should the board vote to approve moving forward, architects will need to be interviewed and hired and the revenue bonding process started.
Motion
C.
I am requesting approval of the Modified Allowable Growth Application for Dropout Prevention for the 2014­2015 school year.  This is not the final amount rather the funding amount that we can’t go over when we set our budget in the spring for FY 2015.
Motion
D.
Approval to use Electronic Signature
I am seeking approval for the High School Activities Director to add the Board President’s electronic signature to the scheduling software.  Doing so will allow for all contracts (games and officials) to have the signature of the Board President as well as the signature of the Activities Director when they are sent electronically to the other schools and officials.  Currently, in order to be compliant,  the AD prints the contracts and sends them to the Central Office to be stamped with the Board President’s signature.  Having the signature electronically will save time as well as paper.
Motion
 
E. Approval of Project Lead the Way Agreement for 2014­2015            Motion
I am seeking approval of the 2014­2015 Project Lead the Way Agreement for our PLTW classrooms.
 
8.ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                           Motion

February 10, 2014 Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
February 7, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ A-t­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Regular Meeting ­ Monday, February 10, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
  Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
1. Pledge of Allegiance
A. Call to Order
2. Spotlight On Education
A. 
3. Friends of Education
A. 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.         January 10, 2014
2.         January 13, 2014
3.         January 16, 2014
4.         January 20, 2014
5.         January 23, 2014
 
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C.Approval of Board Policies­ Second Readings
POLICY #
 
DESCRIPTION
604.2
Instructional Materials Inspection
604.3
Instructional Materials Reconsideration
604.3RF
Instructional Materials Reconsideration Request Form
 
D.Approval of Board Policies­ First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
604.4
Use of Information Resources
604.4R
Use of Information Resources Regulations
 
E.New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Rebecca Corners
Substitute Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
Eric Greving
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Brandee Jorgensen
1:1 Teacher Associate for Blind / Visually Impaired
$9.49 per hour
Steve Cook
Assistant Tennis Coach
$2,070
 
F.Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Dani Evans
Special Ed Associate / Substitute Food Service
$8.78 per hour
Patricia Lacy
Substitute Food Service / FT Food Service
$9.78 per hour
Bruce Schoening
FT Bus Driver / Substitute Bus Driver
 
Dennis Hagymasi
Substitute Bus Associate / FT Bus Associate
$10.88 per hour
 
G.Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Peter Jacobus
H.S. Instrumental Music Teacher
Retirement ­ Requesting Leave Incentive
End of 2013­2014 SY
Garland Larsen
Alternative H.S. Teacher
Retirement ­ Requesting Leave Incentive
End of 2013­2014 SY
Cheryl Hembry
H.S. Special Education Teacher
Retirement ­ Requesting Leave Incentive
End of 2013­2014 SY
Denise Jacobsen
Authorized Substitute Teacher
Resignation
February 3, 2014
Gloria Collins
HS Special Education Associate
Resignation
January 30, 2014
Giselle Roenfeld
Food Service Dishwasher
Resignation
January 24, 2014
Lisa Sherry
Substitute Teacher Associate
Resignation
February 6, 2014
 
H.Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
REASON
Samantha S.
Treynor
Change in District of Residence
David S.
Treynor
Change in District of Residence
Izabella H.
Treynor
For 2014­2015 School Year
Lucy H.
Treynor
For 2014­2015 School Year
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Blum will have reviewed the bills
A .Approval of Additional Bills
2. Board Financial Reports
A.Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B.General Ledger Balance Report
 
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Reach/SADD/Student Council
Pink Out Free Will Donation Bucket
Donate to Relay for Life
AMAP
2/11/2014
Student Council
March Madness Gate
Leadership conferences; anti bullying; homecoming
$1,500­$1700
3/7/2014
Dance Team
Little Kids Dance Camp
Camp, costumes; uniforms; bags
$500
2/14/2014
Key Club
March Madness Dance
Back pack donation
$800
3/7/2014
Jazz Band
Free Will Donation
Contests
AMAP
3/27/2014
 
K. Out of State and Overnight Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE(S)
 
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
USD Indoor Track Meet
3/25/2014
3/25/2014
Vermillion, SD
Brad Rasmussen
2014 Iowa Reading Association
6/24/2014
6/25/2014
Ames, IA
Meg Schroeder
Cross­State Collaborative Meeting of Rural States
 
2/10/2014
 
2/12/2014
 
Minneapolis, MN
 
Joan Crowl
Math Olympiad
3/20/2014
3/20/2014
Maryville, MO
Craig Trager
FCCLA State Conference
3/23/2014
3/25/2014
Des Moines, IA
Janis Moore
Iowa State University Volleyball Coaches Clinic
 
2/27/2014
 
3/1/2014
 
Ames, IA
 
Maria D Jacobus
State AD Conference
3/30/2014
4/1/2014
Coralville, IA
Jeff Bissen
ACDA
3/20/2014
3/22/2014
Des Moines, IA
Kay Fast
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Eric Rasmussen
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Brad Rasmussen
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Jeff Janssen
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Mark Starner
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Chris Visser
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Todd Peverill
GHAEA Legislative Conference
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Des Moines, IA
Devin Embray
2014 Iowa Championship Volleyball Coaches Clinic
 
2/28/2014
 
3/1/2014
 
Ames, IA
 
Mary Pat King
Iowa High School Coaches Volleyball Clinic
 
2/28/2014
 
3/1/2014
Ames, IA Gateway Hotel and Convention Center
 
Wendy Ausdemore
NWMSU Math competition
3/20/2014
3/20/2014
Maryville, MO
Barry Loeffelbein
 
M.  Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
Mills Co. Community Foundation
Purchase materials and supplies that will improve the QRS scores for art, music, math, reading and safety at Kid’s Place Daycare
$1,375
Mills Co. Community Foundation
Purchase equipment needed for the auxiliary gym (wrestling mat, clocks sound system, and volleyball standards, nets and balls.
$40,000
 
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations ­- Brian Kissel will be in attendance to discuss a possible 28E Agreement between the City and the School for the proposed pool. 
 
5. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1.High School
2.Middle School
3.West Elementary
4.Northeast Elementary with DE Newsletter Article
B.Student Services & School Improvement Report
C.Activities Director Report
D.Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G.Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H.Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
A.Approval of Lowest, Reasonable and Responsible Bid for the Building Bridges Learning Center/APEX Remodel Project.  Motion
I am seeking approval of the bid from KC Petersen Construction Co., in the amount of $271,300, for the Building Bridges Learning Center / APEX Remodel Project.
 
B. Approval to Install Panic Buttons at Northeast, West, Middle School and High School and Intruder Security Systems at Northeast and West.
I am seeking approval to install panic buttons at the Middle School and the High School from Hyperion, in the total amount of $49,880 with a monthly monitoring fee of $100.
 
C.Approval of Contract for Glenwood Night with the Huskers                                                                                    Motion
I am seeking approval of the contract for Glenwood Night with the Huskers.  The marketing department at the high school would like to bring the Husker Hoops team to Glenwood on March 28 for a basketball game and autograph signing.
 
D. Approval of the Budget Guarantee Resolution                                                                                                                        Motion
I am seeking approval of the Budget Guarantee Resolution, as follows: RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of Glenwood Community School District will levy property tax for fiscal year 2014­15 for the regular program budget adjustment as allowed under section 257.14, Code of Iowa.
 
E.Approval of Engagement Letter                                                                                                                            Motion
I am seeking approval of the Engagement Letter with Dorsey & Whitney to serve as the district’s bond counsel for the issuance of bonds for the auxiliary gym project.
 
F.Approval of Resolution of Intent                                                                                                                        Motion
I am seeking a board resolution to approve law enforcement to carry concealed off­duty on school property provided they individually apply through the district so the district is aware of who is carrying off­duty on school property.  The district will reserve the right to refuse application upon law enforcements supervisor indicating that the officer is not in good standing.
 
G.Approval of Resolution for Bonds ­                                                                                                                     Motion
I am seeking approval of the Resolution authorizing and providing for the issuance and securing the payment of School Infrastructure Sales, Services and Use Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2014 and authorizing the execution and delivery of documents related thereto.
 
8. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                    Motion
 
Upcoming Meetings
­ Thursday, February 20, 6:00 p.m. ­ Public Hearing on Proposed 2014­-2015 Calendar
6:15 p.m. ­ Special Meeting regarding 2014-­2015 Calendar

February 20, 2014 Public Hearing and Special Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
February 19, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At­-Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At­-Large ‘15
 
Re:       Public Hearing Regarding 2014­2015 School Calendar ­ Thursday, February 20, 2014 6:00 p.m. ­
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Special Meeting ­ Thursday, February 20, 2014
6:15 p.m. ­ Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
PUBLIC HEARING ­ 6:00 p.m.
 
SPECIAL MEETING ­ 6:15 p.m.
  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
    1. Call to Order
  1. NEW BUSINESS
A.
I am seeking approval of the 2014­2015 School Calendar as presented at the Public Hearing.
Motion
B.
Approval to Engage an Attorney
I am seeking approval to engage an attorney to prepare a 28E Agreement between the school district and the City of Glenwood regarding the proposed pool project.
Motion
C.
Approval of Tentative Agreement with Glenwood Education Association I am seeking approval of the Tentative Agreement with the GEA.  The percent of increase (total package) is 3.77%.
Motion
D.
I am seeking approval of the contract with CLI for services that will be rendered in the 2014­2015 school year.  The contract amount is $28,025 (plus travel expenses), and covers 19 days of on­site consultant services.
Motion
E.
I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Complete Music to provide music and Disc Jockey services for prom on Saturday, May 3, 2014. The cost for the evening is $1,095.
Motion
F.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion

 

January 10, 2014 Special Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
January 8, 2014
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                        Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                 Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                        Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                       Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
                                                                                       Theresa Romens ­ At­-Large ‘15
 
Re:       Friday, January 10, 2014 ­ 1:00 p.m. ­ Central Office Conference Room 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, IA 51534
 
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE                                                                     1:00p.m.
A. Call to Order
 
2. SELECTION OF ARCHITECT                                                                 1:00p.m.
A. Presentations and Interviews
i) HSR Associates, Inc.                                                  1:00p.m.
ii) FEH Associates, Inc.                                                  2:10p.m.
iii) Prochaska & Associates                                            3:20p.m.
iv) frk Architects & Engineers                                          4:30p.m.
 
3. DELIBERATIONS                                                                                         5:30p.m.
 
4. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                          6:30p.m.

 

January 13, 2014 Public Hearing and Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
January 10, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Public Hearing ­ Monday, January 13, 2014 ­ 6:45 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Regular Meeting ­ Monday, January 13, 2014­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Public Hearing
 
Regular Meeting
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. The Board will recognize Mark Starner for being named 2013 3A Regional Boys Track Coach of the Year
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1. December 9, 2013 Work Session, Exchange of Initial Proposals and Regular Board Meeting
 
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C. Approval of Board Policies ­Second Readings
POLICY #
 
DESCRIPTION
Exclusion from a School Program Concerning Controversial Issues and/or Religious Issues
Instructional Materials Selection
Instructional Materials Selection Regulations
D. Approval of Board Policies ­First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
Instructional Materials Inspection
Instructional Materials Reconsideration
Instructional Materials Reconsideration Request Form
E. New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Nicole Rivardo
Child Care Provider
$8.46 per hour
Tyler Ruse
Authorized Substitute Teacher
$108.00 per day
Sherry Wilson
Child Care Provider
$8.46 per hour
Michelle Jaworski
Substitute Associate (As needed during time when not on duty as a bus associate)
$9.49 per hour
Dennis Hagymasi
Substitute Bus Associate
$10.88 per hour
F. Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Lisa Sherry
Special Education Teacher Assoc. to Substitute Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
G. Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Kathy Vanatta
Cook
Resignation
December 31, 2013
Robert Jackson
Part Time Custodian
Resignation
February 28, 2014
H.vOpen Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
REASON
Tye N.
Glenwood
14­15 SY. Moving from Omaha into Fremont­Mills Dist.
Ryley N.
Glenwood
14­15 SY.  Moving from Omaha into Fremont­ Mills Dist.
Faylynn G.
Glenwood
Remain after move
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Bahr will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
3.Board Financial Reports
A. Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B. General Ledger Balance Report
 
J.FundraisingRequests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOU NT
DATES
West Library
Book Fair
Replace books in the library
$12,000
11/18­26/13
Northeast Library
Book Fair
Replace books in the library
Zero
11/18­26/13
Reach/SADD
Tip Night Pizza Ranch
Guest Speaker; Adopt­A­Troop; Red Out
$500
1/27/2014
MS Student Council
Candy Grams
American Heart Assn donation
$250
2/10­14/14
MS Student Council
Mr/Ms Middle School
United Service Organization donation
$300
1/20­24/14
MS Student Council
Winter Activities Night
Supplies for Activity Night/Teacher Appreciation
$700
1/24/2014
Student Council
Pink Out Cake & Lemonade
Susan B Komen Breast Cancer Awareness
Blank
2/11/2014
NE Library
Book Fair
Replace books in the library
Zero
3/31­4/7/14
K. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE(S)
 
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
NSTA National Conf
4/2/2014
4/5/2014
Boston, MA
Theresa Bledsoe
NSTA National Conf
4/2/2014
4/5/2014
Boston, MA
Carol Fisher
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Mallory White
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
Nancy Wright
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
Heidi Stanley
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
Shane Keeling
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
Jennifer Lewis
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Melanie Howard
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Kelsey Miller
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Carie Finnegan
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Heidi Stanley
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
Belinda Bessey
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
Rick Nickerson
Basehor/Linwood Wrestling Tour.
01/17/2014
01/18/2014
Kansas City, KS
Adam Buth, Brad Asche, Brad Gregory & Team
L. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATES
 
DESTINATION
NSTA National Conf
Theresa Bledsoe
4/2/2014
4/5/2014
Boston, MA
NSTA National Conf
Carol Fisher
4/2/2014
4/5/2014
Boston, MA
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
Mallory White
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
Nancy Wright
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
Heidi Stanley
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
Shane Keeling
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
Jennifer Lewis
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
Melanie Howard
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
Kelsey Miller
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
Carie Finnegan
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
Decoding & The Adolescent Reader
Heidi Stanley
1/15/2014
1/16/2014
Kansas City, MO
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
Belinda Bessey
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
TLC In Lincoln, Arkansas
Rick Nickerson
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Lincoln, AR
ISFLC
Devin Embray
2/11/2014
2/13/2014
Des Moines, IA
ISFLC
Shirley Lundgren
2/11/2014
2/13/2014
Des Moines, IA
SAI Executive Leaders
Devin Embray
1/30/2014
1/31/2014
Ankeny, IA
Boys Soccer Tournament
Shane Keeling
5/9/2014
5/10/2014
Waverly, IA
Cyclone Honor Band
Pete Jacobus
2/6/2014
2/8/2014
Ames, IA
GHAEA Superintendents’ Retreat
Devin Embray
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Des Moines, IA
Basehor/Linwood Wrestling Tour.
Adam Buthe, Brad Asche, Brad Gregory & Team
1/17/2014
1/18/2014
Kansas City, KS
M. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
 
 
 
4.ANNOUNCEMENTSANDCOMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations
1) A representative from Nolte Cornman & Johnson will present the audit for the 2012-2013 school year and answer any questions.
2) Tim Oswald from Piper Jaffray
 
5.REPORTS
A.BuildingAdministratorReports
1.High School
2.Middle School
3.West Elementary
4.Northeast Elementary
B.Student Services & School Improvement Report
C.Activities Director Report
D.Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G.Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H.Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of Architect Proposal for Proposed Auxiliary Gym Project                                                                             Motion
The Board will select an architect from the four selected for interviews.
 
B. Approval of High School Auxiliary Gymnasium Project                                                                                                 Motion
I am seeking approval of moving forward with the gym project not to exceed 3.5 million dollars.
 
C. Approval of Engagement Letter with Piper Jaffray and form of Loan Term sheet.                                        Motion 
I am seeking approval of the Engagement Letter and Loan Term sheet.
 
D.Approval of Renovation Plans for Building Bridges Learning Center Project                                                  Motion
I am seeking approval of the renovation plans for the Building Bridges Learning Center project.  Please note that the plans linked to this agenda item are not the final plans.  Plans in hard copy form, which will be final, will be available for viewing Monday evening.
 
E. Approval to send Building Bridges Learning Ctr Renovation Project Out to Bid                                                    Motion
I am seeking approval of Renovation of the Learning center project to go​ to bid.  This space will be used for the 6­12 Apex program, Student Services and is adjacent to the current Alternative high School program.
 
F. Approval of Print Shop Renovation                                                                                                                       Motion
I am seeking approval of the Project Consideration for the Print Shop relocation and remodel not to exceed $48,000.
 
G. Approval of the Audit Report for the 2012­-2013 School Year                                                                                 Motion
I am seeking approval of the 2012­2013 Audit Report.
 
H. Approval of Mid­Term Graduates                                                                                                                            Motion
I am seeking approval of the Mid­Term Graduates as presented, pending completion of all requirements.
 
I. Approval of 2014 Summer Projects from the Five Year Plan                                                                                       Motion
I am seeking approval of the summer projects as presented.
 
J.Approval of Revision to Work Outside the Classroom Policy                                                                                          Motion
I am seeking approval of the revision made to the Work Outside the Classroom Policy.
 
 
8. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                       Motion

January 16, 2014 Super Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent              Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
January 14, 2014
 
To:     All School Board Members                           Voting Order:
                                                                           Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From: Devin Embray, Superintendent                      Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                           Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                           Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
                                                                          Theresa Romens ­ At­-Large ‘15
 
Re:     Thursday, January 16, 2014 ­ 5:30 p.m. ­ Super Board Meeting
High School Media Center 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, IA
 
Facilitator ­ Mark Ford
 
1. Welcome and Introductions
 
City
A. Pool
B. Fire Department
C.
 
County
A. Courthouse
B. Jail Project
C.
 
School
A.      Gym Project
B.
C.
 
 
We would like to invite and encourage everyone to attend the Trails Mappin Session immediately following the Super Board meeting. The Trails Mappin Session will be held in the High School Cafeteria at 7:00 p.m.

January 20, 2014 Work Session and Special Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
January 16, 2014
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                       Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                 Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                       Ann Staiert ­ At­-Large ‘17
                                                                                       Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
                                                                                       Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Monday, January 20, 2014 ­ 6:00­8:00 p.m. ­ Work Session and Special Meeting
Central Office Conference Room 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, IA 51534
 
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE                                                                                 6:00p.m.
A. Call to Order
 
2. WORK SESSION
A. Information Regarding Competency Based Grading
 
3. SPECIAL MEETING
A. Actionon Item J from the January 13,2014 Board Meeting
1.Revision to “Work Outside the Classroom” Policy
 
4.ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                      8:00p.m.

 

July 22, 2013 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray, Superintendent  *  Shirley Lundgren, Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
July 19, 2013
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                         Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘13
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                  Henry Clark ­ At­-Large ‘13
                                                                                         Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘13
                                                                                         Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
                                                                                         Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:     Special Board Meeting ­       Monday, July 22, 2013 ­ 6:00 p.m. ­ 103 Central, Third Floor,
Glenwood, Iowa.
Board Work Session ­           Monday, July 22, 2013 ­ Immediately Following Special
Meeting, 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, Iowa
 
Special Board Meeting ­ 6:00 p.m.
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. NEW BUSINESS ­Approval of the following bills                                                                  Motion
 
Company
Description
Amount
ABC Electric
Soccer Lights
$133,970.90
V.I.P.S.
Cafeteria Tables
$33,837.60
Spiral Communications
Phones
$47,327.00
Google Inc.
Chromebooks
$348,750
Solution Tree
Back to School Speaker
Not to exceed $8,000
Star Events
Back to School Speaker
Not to exceed $2,000
 
3. ADJOURNMENT OF SPECIAL MEETING                                                                             Motion
 
Work Session
 
1. CALL TO ORDER
 
2. CHAPTER 6 - Leadership for Student Learning (workbook pages as well)– Theresa Romens will lead the discussion on Chapter 5.
 
3. ADJOURNMENT OF WORK SESSION                                                                                                                                           Motion

July 8, 2013 Work Session and Board Meeting Agenda

Devin Embray
Superintendent
 
Shirley Lundgren
Director of Finance
Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
July 5, 2013
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘13
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Henry Clark ­ At-­Large ‘13
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘13
Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:     Board Work Session ­ Monday, July 8, 2013 ­ 5:30 p.m. ­ Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center, 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa
Regular Meeting ­ Monday, July 8, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m. ­ Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center, 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa
 
Board Work Session ­ 5:30 p.m.
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. BOARD GOALS                                                                                                                               Discussion
The board goals are attached.  There will be discussion on progress towards these goals over the past year.
 
3. BOARD EVALUATION                                                                                                                               Discussion
Devin sent out the evaluation tool for board members to complete.  The tool is one of three samples that IASB provides to boards.  This tool appeared to fit our board the best.
 
4. ADJOURNMENT OF WORK SESSION                                                                  Motion
 
Regular Board Meeting ­ 7:00 p.m.
 
1.  CALL TO ORDER                                                                                                  Motion
 
1. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. None
 
2. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A. None
 
3. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.June 10, 2013 Regular Meeting
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C. Approval of Board Policies ­Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles
Curriculum Development
Curriculum Regulations
Community Use of School Facilities
D. Approval of Board Policies­ First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
Basic Instruction Program
Summer School Instruction
Special Education
Career Education
Health Education
Human Growth and Development Student Excuse Form
Physical Education
Programs for At­Risk Students
Performance Testing for Classroom Credit
Alternative Programs
E. New Hires
NAME
POSITION
WAGE
Part­time Assistant Mechanic
$9.08 per hour
Lower Elementary Special Education Teacher
$35,692.39 (Includes TSS Dollars)
Middle School Business Teacher ­ 7­8 gr. Assistant High School Volleyball Coach
$36,642.39 (Includes TSS Dollars)
General Education Teacher Associate
$8.49 per hour
Substitute Bus Driver
$29.86
West Elementary Media Associate
$8.49 per hour
F. Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
.65 FTE Teacher to 1.0 FTE Teacher
$37,592.39 (Includes TSS Dollars)
G. Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
June 10, 2013
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
June 10, 2013
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
June 9, 2013
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
June 14, 2013
On­Site Coordinator at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 29, 2013
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
June 13, 2013
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
June 14, 2013
Bus Driver
Resignation
June 20, 2013
High School Art Teacher
Resignation
Contingent upon finding suitable replacement
June 25, 2013
M.S. Family and Consumer Science Teacher
Resignation
Contingent upon finding suitable replacement
June 27, 2013
Scheduling of Substitute Teachers
Resignation
June 22, 2013
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
June 28, 2013
Authorized Substitute Teacher
Resignation
June 17, 2013
H. Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT GOING TO
East Mills Community School District
Glenwood Community School District
Treynor Community School District
Glenwood Community School District
Glenwood Community School District
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1.Approval of End of Year Bills ­2012­-2013
2. Approval of Bills ­ Director Patzer will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
3. Board Financial Reports
A.Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B.General Ledger Balance Report
 
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
GHS Dance Team
Car Wash
State Competition Costumes and Expenses
AMAP
July 13, 2013
Football
Black & Gold Scrimmage
Supplies and Equipment
AMAP
8/16/2013
Football/Dance/Cheer
Ram Discount Cards
State competition; uniforms; other expenses
AMAP
8/7­9/5/2013
K. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
 
 
 
 
L. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATE
DESTINATION
Iowa Choral Directors Assoc. Summer Symposium
Sally Dunn
7/21­25/2013
Ames, Iowa
School Administrators of Iowa Conf.
Devin Embray, Shane Stephens, Rick Nickerson, Heidi Stanley, Genie Wickham, Joan Crowl, Joe Giangreco
8/6­8/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
M. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
None
 
 
 
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations
 
5.REPORTS- ­No Board Reports for the month of July
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Appointment of Board Secretary.
I am seeking approval to re­appoint Shirley Lundgren as the District’s Board Secretary for the 2013­2014 school year.
 
B. Appointment of Bank Depositories for 2013­2014
I am seeking approval of a maximum depository limit of $15,000,000 at Glenwood State Bank and a ;maximum depository limit of $5,200,000 at First National Bank for the 2013­2014 school year.
 
C. Appointment of Level I Investigators
I am seeking approval of the Level I Investigators for the 2013­2014 school year. They are as follows:  Northeast Elementary ­ Genie Wickham; West Elementary ­ Joan Crowl; Middle School ­ Shane Stephens; High School ­ Heidi Stanley; Building Bridges Learning Center ­ Devin Embray; Kid’s Place ­ Joe Giangreco. All investigators may serve as an alternate for any other building.  Roni Score, Shari Gregory and Katie Kelly will serve as alternates for all building.
 
D. Appointment of Facilitator of Teacher Mentoring & Induction Program
I am seeking approval of the appointment of _________________________ as the Facilitator of the Teacher Mentoring & Induction Program for the 2013­-2014 school year.
 
E. Approval of Legislative Priorities
I am seeking approval of the Legislative Priorities for the 2013-­2014 school year.
 
F. Approval of the COBRA Premium Administration Agreement with ISEBA
I am seeking approval of the COBRA Premium Administration Agreement with ISEBA.  Under this agreement ISEBA will administer the billing and collecting of premiums for the district’s COBRA participants
 
G. Approval of Staff Handbooks ­ Grades K­5
I am seeking approval of the K­5 staff handbook changes as presented.
 
H. Approval of Staff Handbook ­ Middle School
I am seeking approval of the Middle School staff handbook changes as presented.
 
I. Approval of Staff Handbook ­ High School
I am seeking approval of the High School staff handbook changes as presented
 
J.Approval of Sublease with West Central Community Action Head Start
I am seeking approval of the Sublease with West Central Community Action Head Start for classroom space located in Building 103 at 103 Central.
 
8. ADJOURNMENT
 
Upcoming Meetings ­
Board Work Session, Monday, July 22, 2013, 6:00 ­ 8:00 p.m.
103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, Iowa
Regular Board Meeting, Monday, August 12, 2013, 7:00 p.m., Mineola

June 9, 2014 Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
June 6, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:     Regular Meeting ­ Monday, June 9, 2014 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. We will be recognizing those students who qualified for State Track, State Boys Tennis, as well as State Trap Competition.
 
B. We would also like to recognize Margo Young, who was named Laken Outstanding Teacher runner-up for teh 2013-14 school year, as well as Stan Winquist, who was recognized by the Iowa Division of the Sir Izaac Walton League and their Teacher of the Year. 
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.Super Board Meeting ­ May 8, 2014
2.Regular Meeting ­ May 12, 2014
3.Special Meeting ­ May 22,  2014
 
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C. Approval of Board Policies­ Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
902.8
Tobacco and Nicotine Products­Free Environment
 
D. Approval of Board Policies­ First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
406.5R
Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles ­ Regulations
 
E.New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Evan Gammon
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
$8.46 per hour
Krista George
4th Grade
$41.641 (Includes TSS)
Sherie Hollander
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
$8.46 per hour
William McGinnis
Substitute Bus & Suburban Driver
$29.86 per route
Madison Mead
Child Care Associate
$8.46 per hour
Matthew Miller
Summer Mowing & Grounds
$9.08 per hour
Rosanne Nutting
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
$8.46 per hour
Katelynn Sowers
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
$8.46 per hour
Grant Stivers
Assistant Baseball Coach
$3,220
 
F.Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
William (Trey) Hughes
Substitute Teacher to Middle School Special Education Teacher
$36,711 (Includes TSS)
 
G.Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Teyana Blanchard
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 23, 2014
Brent Douma
3rd Grade Teacher, Assist Boys Basketball, and Assist MS Football
Resignation
June 9, 2014
Deb Fajardo
Individual Speech
Resignation
May 30, 2014
Dennis Hagymasi
Bus Associate
Resignation
May 30, 2014
Dan Jones
Assist MS Girls Basketball and Head MS Boys Track
Retirement
May 30, 2014
Susan Jones
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 23, 2014
Lynda Radford
Lead Teacher at Kid’s Place
Resignation
June 11, 2014
Ashley Reese
C­Print Captionist
Resignation
May 30, 2013
Denny Reeves
Custodian
Resignation
May 27, 2014
Sue Schulz
On­Call Office Help
Resignation
May 29, 2014
Gayle Spetman
Kid’s Place Secretary
Resignation
June 30, 2014
Kirstie Sturgeon
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
June 5, 2014
Steve Sylvester
Head Boys Golf
Resignation
May 30, 2014
Kristin Tadin
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 23, 2014
Bethany Woodruff
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 28, 2014
 
H.Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
REASON
Kole A.
Lewis Central
Kindergarten Student
Leah C.
Lewis Central
Kindergarten Student
Grahm N.
Glenwood
Kindergarten Student
Jason R.
Glenwood
Nothing Stated
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Staiert will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
2. Board Financial Reports
A.Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B.General Ledger Balance Report
 
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Student Council
T Shirt Sales
Support school spirit
$400
8/1­22/14
FCCLA
Business Donations
National Conference
$400
6/01/­30/14
Kids Place
Rummage Sale
Cafeteria Tables
$500
6/17­28/14
Student Council
VolleyBro Tournament
Local charity/student disability awareness
$500
11/8/2014
 
K. Out of State and Overnight Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE(S)
 
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
 
Advanced Placement Teacher Training Institute
 
7/6/2014
 
7/10/2014
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
 
Robin Hundt
Advanced Placement Teacher Training Institute
7/6/2014
7/10/2014
Iowa City, IA
Dianne Bentley
PLTW Training
7/6/2014
7/18/2014
Rolla, MO
Kelly Schubauer
Define! Design! and Deliver! IA ASCD
6/23/2014
6/24/2014
Des Moines, IA
Heidi Stanley
Define! Design! and Deliver! IA ASCD
6/23/2014
6/24/2014
Des Moines, IA
Genie Wickham
Define! Design! and Deliver! IA ASCD
6/22/2014
6/24/2014
Des Moines, IA
Richard Hutchinson
Define! Design! and Deliver! IA ASCD
6/23/2014
6/24/2014
Des Moines, IA
Kelli Berke
Define!Design! and Deliver IA ASCD
6/22/2014
6/24/2014
Des Moines, IA
Rick Nickerson
SAI Executive Leaders and ISFIS
6/18/2014
6/19/2014
Des Moines, IA
Devin Embray
Dance Camp
7/7/2014
7/11/2014
Storm Lake, IA
Ruth Congdon
 
M.  Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
None
 
 
 
4.ANNOUNCEMENTSANDCOMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations­ Shari Gregory, Katie Kelly and Roni Score will present an administrative handbook which will house all health forms and communications in one location in each building.
 
5.REPORTS
A.BuildingAdministratorReports
1.    High School
2.    Middle School
3.    West Elementary
4.    Northeast Elementary
B.Student Services & School Improvement Report
C.Activities Director Report
D.Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G.Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H.Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A.None
 
7.NEW BUSINESS
 
A. Approval of Recommendations for Kid’s Place Daycare                                   Motion
I am seeking approval of the recommendations for Kid’s Place.  Rhonda Blasi will be present to answer any questions the Board may have regarding the recommendations.
 
B. Approval of Milk Bid                                                                                     Motion
Staff is recommending and seeking approval of the milk bid from Hiland Dairy. Hiland Dairy has competitive pricing and is the only company that will deliver daily.
 
C. Approval of Bread Bid                                                                                    Motion
Staff is recommending and seeking approval of the bread bid from Pan O Gold Baking Company.  Pan O Gold will deliver twice a week and had a lower bid.
 
D. Approval of Middle School and Elementary Proposed Handbook Changes             Motion
I am seeking approval of the proposed handbook changes presented by both elementaries and the middle school.
 
E. Approval of Curriculum                                                                                            Motion
1.    English / Language Arts
2.    Career / Technical Education including Principals of Tech I
3.    Guidance
4.    Study Skills
5.    Gateway to Technology
I am seeking approval of the curriculum that has been written for the above subject areas as draft documents for the 2014-­2015 school year.
 
F. Communication Course Requirement                                                                                                                        Motion
I am seeking approval to discontinue the Communications course graduation requirement for incoming Freshman.
 
G. Approval to Pay End of Year Bills June 30, 2014                                                                                                      Motion
I am seeking approval to pay any outstanding bills at the end of this fiscal year, contingent upon funds.
 
H. Legislative Priorities Motion
I am seeking discussion regarding the 2014 Legislative Priorities, with a possible Motion should the Board decide which priorities to support.
 
I. Approval of ISFIS Participant Agreement for Enrollment Projection Service                                                                  Motion
I would like to engage in this service to better provide our district a projection of enrollment for the upcoming years.  It is my understanding that the service will include an economic impact review as well as demographic analysis.
 
J.District Clerical Support                                                                                                                                 Motion
I am seeking approval to add District clerical support.  This position would handle all support for all curriculum based work, as well as provide additional support to areas associated with student services and central office.
 
8. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                    Motion
 
 
Upcoming Meetings:   
Thursday, June 19 ­ 2014 ISFIS Conference ­ West Des Moines Marriott
Monday, June 23, 2014 ­ Board Work Session
(Would like to move to June 30, 2014)
Monday, July 14, 2014 ­ Regular Board Meeting

March 10, 2014 Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
March 7, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Regular Meeting ­ Monday, March 10, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. We will be recognizing many of our students Monday night for their achievements.
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.Regular Meeting ­ February 10, 2014
2.Public Hearing & Special Meeting ­ February 20, 2014
 
B.ApprovalofAgenda
 
C.Approval of Board Policies­ Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
604.4
Use of Information Resources
604.4R
Use of Information Resources Regulations
604.5
Technology and Instructional Materials
 
D.Approval of Board Policies­ First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
104.2
Anti­Bullying and Anti­Harassment Policy
604.6
Technology Policy ­ Appropriate Use of District Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access
604.6CF
Consent to Student Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems and Internet Access
604.6GF
Staff Acceptance Form and Consent to Use of the District’s Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access
 
E.New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Kelli Berke
Director of Special Education and School Improvement
$89,500
Emily Portrey
Substitute Nurse
$118 per day
Jan Faraci
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Adam Buthe
Assistant Weight Room Supervisor
$920
Krystel Mayberry
Homebound Services ­ on an as needed basis
$19 per hour
 
F.Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Kelly Chambers
Bus Associate to Part­Time Custodian & Sub Bus Assoc.
$10.13 / $10.93
Jackie McNeel
3 Days/Week to 5 Days/Week
No Change
Bob Howie
Substitute Bus Driver to Full Time Bus Driver
$31.32 per route
Jennifer McKain
2 Days/Week to 5 Days/Week
No Change
April Stewart
Sub Bus Associate to Full Time Bus Associate
No Change
Brandy Martin
Substitute Food Service to Dishwasher
$9.78 per hour
 
G.Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Dan Jones
Middle School Science Teacher
Retirement ­ Requesting Leave Incentive
End of 2013­14 SY
Mary Tornquist
Kid’s Place Child Care Provider
Resignation
February 1, 2014
Harlan Condon
Bus Driver
Retirement ­ Requesting Leave Incentive
End of 2013­2014 SY
Katelin Koehn
Dishwasher
Resignation
February 27, 2014
Robyn Hall
Substitute Nurse
Resignation
March 3, 2014
 
H.Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
REASON
Cody B.
Glenwood
For 2014­2015 ­ received prior to March 1
Kayla C.
Glenwood
For 2014­2015 ­ Kindergarten. Sibling attends Glenwood.
Nathan C.
Lewis Central
Remain after move.
Tyler C.
Lewis Central
Remain after move.
Rue G.
Treynor
For 2014­2015 ­ Kindergarten.
Alejandro H.
Council Bluffs
Remain after move.
Ginad H.
Council Bluffs
Remain after move.
Miguel H.
Council Bluffs
Remain after move.
Selena H.
Council Bluffs
Remain after move.
Billy H.
Treynor
For 2014­2015 ­ received prior to March 1.
Kenny L.
Glenwood
For 2014­2015 ­ received prior to March 1.
Adalynn M.
Glenwood
For 2014­2015 ­ Kindergarten.
Dalian M.
Fremont­Mills
For 2014­2015 ­ received prior to March 1
Alexandria N.
Fremont­Mills
For 2014­2015 ­ Kindergarten
Larsen R.
Glenwood
For 2014­2015 ­ Kindergarten
Antonio S.
Council Bluffs
Remain after move.
Emily Stultz
Council Bluffs
For 2014­2015 ­ Kindergarten.
Brandi W.
Fremont­Mills
Change in District of Residence
Lexus W.
Fremont­Mills
Change in District of Residence
 
I.ApprovalofFinancialReports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Patzer will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
2. Board Financial Reports
A. Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B. General Ledger Balance Report
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
MS Builders Club
March Madness Game and Dance
American Heart Assn; Video Camera and Tripod
$1,000
3/14/2014
Marketing Class
Raffle
TV monitors in hallways; security cameras
$200
3/28/2014
Marketing Class
Raffle Drawing
TV monitors in hallways; security cameras
$300
3/28/2014
Marketing Class
T Shirt Sales
TV monitors in hallways; security cameras
$600
3/28/2014
Marketing Class
Night With the Huskers
TV monitors in hallways; security cameras
$5,000
3/28/2014
Marketing Class
Advertising
TV monitors in hallways; security cameras
$1,500
3/28/2014
Student Council
Coffee Shop for State Speech
Student of month gifts
$300
3/15/2014
Girls/Boys Track
Track & Field Event Sponsors
Track equipment and awards
$1,500
3/11­4/4/14
 
K. Out of State and Overnight Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE(S)
 
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
USD Indoor Track Meet
3/25/2014
3/25/2014
Vermillion, SD
Brad Rasmussen
2014 Iowa Reading Association
6/24/2014
6/25/2014
Ames, IA
Meg Schroeder
Cross­State Collaborative Meeting of Rural States
 
2/10/2014
 
2/12/2014
 
Minneapolis, MN
 
Joan Crowl
Math Olympiad
3/20/2014
3/20/2014
Maryville, MO
Craig Trager
FCCLA State Conference
3/23/2014
3/25/2014
Des Moines, IA
Janice Moore
Iowa State University Volleyball Coaches Clinic
 
2/27/2014
 
3/1/2014
 
Ames, IA
 
Maria D Jacobus
State AD Conference
3/30/2014
4/1/2014
Coralville, IA
Jeff Bissen
ACDA
3/20/2014
3/22/2014
Des Moines, IA
Kay Fast
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Eric Rasmussen
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Brad Rasmussen
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Jeff Janssen
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Mark Starner
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Chris Visser
Drake Relays
4/23/2014
4/26/2014
Des Moines, IA
Todd Peverill
GHAEA Legislative Conference
2/5/2014
2/6/2014
Des Moines, IA
Devin Embray
2014 Iowa Championship Volleyball Coaches Clinic
 
2/28/2014
 
3/1/2014
 
Ames, IA
 
Mary Pat King
Iowa High School Coaches Volleyball Clinic
 
2/28/2014
 
3/1/2014
 
Ames, IA
 
Wendy Ausdemore
NWMSU Math competition
3/20/2014
3/20/2014
Maryville MO
Barry Loeffelbein
State Wrestling
2/20/2014
2/22/2014
Des Moines, IA
Robin Hundt
IHSSA Individual All State
3/30/2014
3/31/2014
Cedar Falls, IA
Russell Crouch
IASBO Spring Conference
3/25/2014
3/27/2014
Ames, IA
Shirley Lundgren
IASBO Academy
4/30/2014
5/2/2014
Ames, IA
Shirley Lundgren
All State Large Group Speech
2/21/2014
2/22/2014
Ames, IA
Russ Crouch
International Reading Association Convention
 
5/9/2014
 
5/13/2014
 
New Orleans, LA
 
Nancy Wright
NSTA
4/3/2014
4/6/2014
Boston, MA
Elizabeth A Maryott
National Science Conferences
4/3/2014
4/6/2014
Boston, MA
Robin Hundt
Iowa Jazz Championships
4/7/2014
4/8/2014
Des Moines, IA
Dan Schoening
Iowa Bandmasters Association Conference
 
5/15/2014
 
5/17/2014
 
Des Moines, IA
 
Dan Schoening
ICCA Spring Coaches' Conference
4/4/2014
4/5/2014
Altoona, IA
Dixie Thomas
Iowa State Education Association Delegate Assembly
 
4/2/2014
 
4/5/2014
 
Des Moines, IA
 
Maria Jacobus
Heritage Festival Music Trip
4/23/2014
4/27/2014
New Orleans, LA
Dan Schoening
NSTA
4/2/2014
4/6/2014
Boston, MA
Elizabeth Maryott
Iowa Vocal Jazz Championships
4/1/2014
4/2/2014
Huxley, IA
Kay Fast
Software Unlimited Workshop
3/24/2014
3/27/2014
Sioux Falls, SD
Jean Kelly
U of I Counselor Advisory Board
4/8/2014
4/10/2014
Iowa City, IA
Jedd Taylor
Iowa Reading Assoc. Conf.
6/23/2014
6/25/2014
Ames, IA
Nancy Wright
Iowa Reading Assoc. Conf.
6/24/2014
6/25/2014
Ames, IA
Lauriel Weekly
 
M. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
None
 
 
 
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations­
 
5.REPORTS
A.BuildingAdministratorReports
1.High School
2.Middle School
3.West Elementary
4.Northeast Elementary
B.Student Services & School Improvement Report
C.Activities Director Report
D. Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G. Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H. Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
 
A.
I am seeking approval to send out to bid one Type I (Bus) vehicle and one Type II vehicle (Van or Suburban.)
Motion
B.
I am seeking approval to increase the depository limit at Glenwood State Bank due to receiving the monies for the gym project.
Motion
C.
Approval of Cooperative Agreement for Pre­Service Clinical Placement with the University of Northern Iowa for 2014-­2015.
I am seeking approval for student teachers from UNI to do their field experience within our district.
Motion
 
I am seeking approval for student teachers from NWMS to do their field experience within our district.
 
E. Approval of Revised 2014­2015 School Calendar                                Motion
I am seeking approval for the revision of the 2014­-2015 school calendar to combine the spring conferences into the same week as the Easter Break to have a longer stretch of school with students.
 
8.ADJOURNMENT                                                                                           Motion
 
 
Upcoming Meetings:    Monday, March 24 ­ Board Work Session ­ 6:00 p.m. ­ 103 Central, Third Floor Monday, April 14 ­ Regular Board Meeting ­ 7:00 p.m. ­ High School Media Ctr. Monday, April 28 ­ Board Work Session ­ 6:00 p.m. ­ 103 Central, Third Floor

 

March 24, 2014 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
March 21, 2014
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                      Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
                                                                                       Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                       Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
                                                                                       Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Monday, March 24, 2014 ­ 6:00­8:00 p.m. ­ Special Meeting and Work Session
Central Office Conference Room 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, IA 51534
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE                                                                                 6:00p.m.
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPECIAL MEETING
 
A.              Approval of Additional Special Ed Modified Allowable Growth
I am seeking approval of additional modified allowable growth in the amount of $72,277.23 due to a state adjustment which increased the special ed deficit. The adjustment was made as high cost claims were not recognized as a special education expenditures on the state special education supplement report.
 
B.              2014­2015 Southwest Iowa Honor Marching Band Activities
I am seeking approval for our 2014-­2015 high school instrumental music program to participate in all 2014­2015 Southwest Iowa Honor Marching Band Activities
 
C.              Separations from District (all effective at the end of the 2013­14 school year)
1. Approval of Resignation of West Elem. Teacher Steve Cook
2. Approval of Resignation from High School Principal Shane Stephens
3  Approval of Resignation (requesting Leave Incentive) of On­Site Coordinator Pat Tackett.
 
D.              Closed Session
1. The Board will move into Closed Session pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.5 (1)(i) "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 indivudal's reputation and that individual requests a closed session.
 
E.   Return to Open Session
1. Possible Action on Resignation
2. Possible Action on Agreement
 
3. WORK SESSION
A. Board Goals
 
4. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                      8:00p.m.

May 12, 2014 Public Hearing and Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
May 9, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Public Hearing to Amend the Budget ­ Monday, May 12, 2014 ­ 6:45 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood Regular Meeting ­ Monday, May 12, 2014 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center ­ 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. We will be recognizing those students who qualified for FCCLA Nationals
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.Regular Meeting ­ April 14, 2014
2.Special Meeting & Work Session ­ April 28, 2014
 
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C. Approval of Board Policies­ Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
604.8
Implementation of Technology Protection Measures…..
604.8P
Glenwood Community School District App Procedures
604.9
Proposed Web Site Disclaimer
604.9F
Add URL, Remove URL, Bona Fide Research….
 
D. Approval of Board Policies ­First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
902.8
Tobacco and Nicotine Products­Free Environment
 
E. New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Beth Byers
High School English
$47,701 (includes TSS)
Contingent upon receipt and review of original transcripts.
Christine Lahners
High School English
$50,731 (includes TSS)
Contingent upon receipt and review of original transcripts.
Nicole Meier
Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
Callie Ohm
Assist Softball
$3,220
 
F. Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Karen Bueltel
From 5th Grade to 6th Grade English/Language­Arts
No Change
Ben Haynes
From MS Special Education­Level I to 8th Grade Earth Science
No Change
Laurie Weekly
From 4th Grade to 5th Grade
No Change
 
G. Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Shawna Bolton
Suburban Driver
Resignation
April 30, 2014
Emilie Congdon
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 7, 2014
Russell Crouch
High School Play Director
Resignation
End of 2013­14 SY
Stacy Griffin
Lead Teacher at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 30, 2014
Julisa Isadore
Assist Cheerleading
Resignation
End of 2013­14 SY
Eric Rasmussen
Assist MS Boys Basketball
Resignation
End of 2013­14 SY
Carol Reid
Food Service Substitute
Resignation
May 6, 2014
MacKenzie Teeter
Lead Teacher at Kid’s Place
Resignation
May 16, 2014
Evan York
Bus Driver
Resignation
May 1, 2014
 
H. Open Enrollments
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
REASON
None
 
 
 
I.ApprovalofFinancialReports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Romens will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
2. Board Financial Reports
A. Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B. General Ledger Balance Report
J.FundraisingRequests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Boys Cross Country
Fried Chicken Dinner
Supplies, state expenses, equipment
$3,500
9/14­28/14
MS Builders Club
Jean & Hat Day
Cystic Fibrosis Donation
$300
5/14/2014
FCCLA
Car Wash
National Conference
$400
5/31/2014
FCCLA
Garage Sale
National Conference
$500
6/27­28/14
HS Softball
Salad Luncheon
Boone Softball Tournament
$1,200
6/4/2014
HS Softball
Youth Softball Camp
Improvement to Softball complex & players
$600
6/13/2014
Cheerleaders
Summer Cheer Camp
State Competition Expenses
$600
8/4­6/14
Cheerleaders
Homecoming Window Painting
State Competition Expenses
$1,200
9/1­30/14
FCCLA
Tip Night Panera Bread
National Conference
$400
6/1/2014
FCCLA
Bake Sale
National Conference
$600
6/7/2014
FCCLA
Bake Sale
National Conference
$300
6/21/2014
Cheerleaders
Car Wash
State Competition/Homecoming Expenses
$300
5/31/2014
Cheerleaders
Car Wash
State Competition/Homecoming Expenses
$300
8/9/2014
Cheerleaders
Car Wash
State Competition/Homecoming Expenses
$300
6/12/2014
Cheerleaders
Car Wash
State Competition/Homecoming Expenses
$300
6/28/2014
FCCLA
Car Wash
National Conference
$400
6/14/2014
 
K. Out of State and Overnight Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE(S)
 
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
SNAI conference and ISU Managers Update
6/16/2014
6/19/2014
Cedar Rapids, IA
Ann Kastrup
IFCSE Conference
7/20/2014
7/22/2014
Cedar Rapids, IA
Janis Moore
PLC Observation
5/13/2014
5/14/2014
Clinton, IA
Kelsey Miller
Universal RtI Model
5/14/2014
5/15/2014
Clinton, IA
Shane Keeling
SNAI conference and ISU Managers Update
6/16/2014
6/19/2014
Cedar Rapids, IA
Terry Marlow
Clinton School Visit
5/13/2014
5/14/2014
Clinton, IA
Heidi Stanley
State Trap Contest
5/30/2014
5/31/2014
Cedar Falls, IA
Steph Bowden
Clinton School Visit
5/13/2014
5/14/2014
Clinton IA
Rick Nickerson
Clinton School Visit
5/14/2014
5/15/2014
Clinton, IA
Melanie Howard
Clinton School Visit
5/13/2014
5/14/2014
Clinton, IA
Alex Williams
 
M. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
None
 
 
 
4.ANNOUNCEMENTSANDCOMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education­ Discussion regarding 2015 Legislative Action Priorities
C.Presentations­ I) SarahRozniecki will give a brief presentation regarding the work she has accomplished at Northeast Elementary
                         II) Kim Payne will answer any questions regarding the Clarity Technology Survey.
 
5.REPORTS
A.Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary
B. Student Services & School Improvement Report
C. Activities Director Report
D. Kid’s Place Report
E. Technology Report
F. Food Service Report
G. Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H. Print Shop Report
 
6.OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Budget Amendment                                                                  Motion
I am seeking approval to amend the current 2013­14 budget as published.The district may over spend the budget in the category total “other expenditures”. There will be no increase in taxes due to the budget amendment.
 
B. Type I Vehicle Bus Purchase                                                       Motion
I am seeking approval of the bus proposal received from Cornhusker International Trucks, Inc. for a 65 passenger school bus.  The low bid from Cornhusker is $80,865, which includes LED, 8 lamp alternate.
 
C. Timberline Service, LLC                                                                 Motion
I am seeking approval of the Agreement of Service & Addendum with​ Timberline Bill Service, LLC.  Timberline is our third party vendor that helps us claim medicaid reimbursements to our district and state for qualifying students.
 
D. IASB Membership Dues for 2014-­15                                                    Motion
I am seeking approval of the IASB Membership Dues for the 2014­2015 school year.  The dues are in the amount of $6,085.
 
E. Iowa Association for Educational Purchasing                                           Motion
I am seeking approval of the Agreement with the Iowa Association for Educational Purchasing for our Food Service Department.  By entering into this agreement we agree to purchase an aggregate monthly total of of 60% of our food and supplies (excluding milk, bread, small wares and ware wash) from the Prime Vendor.
 
F. Food Service Agreement between Glenwood Schools & Kid’s Place                  Motion
I am seeking approval of the Food Service Agreement between the school’s food service department and Kid’s Place Daycare.  The Agreement allows the food service department to prepare and serve the food to the children at Kid’s Place.
 
G. Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Comm. College      Motion
I am seeking approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Community College  for all contracted Concurrent Enrollment courses .
 
H. Best Care Employee Assistance Program                                           Motion
I am seeking approval of the renewal of the Best Care Employee Assistance Program, at a fee of $16.25 for all eligible employees.
 
I.  Approval of Graduates                                                                      Motion
I am seeking approval of the list of graduates, contingent upon completion of all requirements.
 
 
8. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                          Motion
 
 
Upcoming Meetings:   
Monday, May 19 ­ Board Work Session ­ 6:00 p.m. ­ 103 Central, 3rd Floor
Monday, June 9 ­ Regular Board Meeting ­ 7:00 p.m. ­ HS Media Center
Thursday, June 19 ­ 2014 ISFIS Conference ­ West Des Moines Marriott

May 22, 2014 Special Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
May 21, 2014
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At­-Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:     Thursday, May 22, 2014 ­ 5:00 p.m. ­ Special Board Meeting
Central Office Conference Room 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, IA 51534
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPECIAL MEETING
A. New Hires
Mary Francis
High School English
$42.411 (includes TSS)
Contingent upon receipt and review of transcripts.
Vicky Wood
Middle School Math
$53,761 (includes TSS)
Contingent upon receipt and review of transcripts.
B. Resignation
Russell Crouch
High School Social Studies
Resignation ­ Effective May 30, 2014
 
C. Approval of Payment to K.C. Peterson Construction                                                                                                            Motion
I am seeking approval of Payment Application #3 to K.C. Peterson Construction, in the amount of $85,500 for the APEX remodel at the Middle School.
 
 
3 .ADJOURNMENT

May 8, 2014 Super Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent              Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
May 6, 2014
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                        Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                 Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                        Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
                                                                                        Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
                                                                                        Theresa Romens ­ At­-Large ‘15
 
Re:       Super Board Meeting ­ Thursday, May 8, 2014 ­ 6:00 p.m.
Glenwood City Hall ­ 5 North Vine Street, Glenwood , Iowa
 
 
Welcome and Introductions
 
1. City Report
a) Pool Report
b) City Website
c) Other
2. School Report
a) Gym Project
b) New High School Principal
c) Other
3. County Report
a) Jail Project
b) Trails
c) Other
 
4. Other thoughts/questions/ideas for the good of the community
 
5)Next Meeting Date: September _____, 2014
 
 
Thank you for your time and dedication to our community!

November 18, 2013 Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
November 15, 2013
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Regular Meeting ­ Monday, November 18, 2013 ­ 7:30 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center, 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
 
  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
    1. Call to Order
  1. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
    1.  
  1. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
    1.  
  2. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
    1. Approval of Minutes
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
602.12
Adult Education
602.13
Multicultural/Gender Fair Education
603.2
Curriculum Adoption
603.3
Curriculum Evaluation
603.3P
Curriculum Evaluation Procedures ­ Student Testing Program
603.4
Teaching Controversial Issues
603.5
Teaching of Religious History and Traditions
407.2
Staff Personal Use of Cell Phones
407.2AF
Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones Acceptance Form
  1. Approval of Board Policies­ First Readings ­ Set 1 and Set 2
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
 
 
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Robyn Hall
Substitute Nurse
$118 per day
Dan Jaworski
Substitute Bus Driver
$29.86 per route
Jennifer (Springhower)McKain
Sub SpEd Assoc (as needed)/ SpEd Teacher Assoc (2 days/wk)
$9.49 per hour
Ashley Reese
C­Print Captionist
$16 per hour
Gayle Richter
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Bethany Woodruff
Child Care Provider (High School Student)
$7.25 per hour
Jeff Yoachim
Art Club Sponsor
$1,840
Pamela Lewis
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Brian Morgan
Substitute Bus Driver to Full Time Driver
$31.32 per route
Alicia Springs
Food Service & Trans. Depart. to Custodial Depart.
$10.13 per hour
Cindy Wallace
From Kid’s Place Daycare to 1:1 PK Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Stephanie Bartles
Child Care Associate
Resignation
September 20, 2013
Maxine Brennan
High School Media Associate
Resignation
October 31, 2013
Elizabeth Cooper
Child Care Associate
Resignation
September 25, 2013
Sara Fiedler
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
December 1, 2013
Diane Gray
1:1 PK Teacher Associate
Resignation
October 31, 2013
Kathleen Gregoroff
Bus Driver
Resignation
October 24, 2013
Paula Zillmer
Substitute Bus Driver
Resignation
November 8, 2013
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
Alyssa D.
Lewis Central Community School District
Cory D.
Lewis Central Community School District
Ariel H.
Glenwood Community School District
Macey V.
Lewis Central Community School District
 
  1. Approval of Financial Reports
    1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Romens will have reviewed the bills
      1. Approval of Additional Bills
    2. Board Financial Reports
  1. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Builders Club
MS Dance
Raise money for food pantry/BackPack program
$500
11/15/2013
MS Media Center
Book Fair
Purchase books for library
NA
11/18­26/13
MS Yearbook
Yearbook Sales
New Cameras if there is any profit
Break Even
11/19 to EOY
Girls BB/Boys BB
Black & Gold Scrimmage
Travel costs/new uniforms
$400
11/23/2013
 
  1. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Devin Embray
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
12/10­11/2013
Denver, CO
Genie Wickham
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
12/10­11/2013
Denver, CO
Ann Steele, Andrea McChesney, Jennifer Hughes, LaToya Lee
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
12/10­11/2013
Denver, CO
Kelsey Miller
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Tami Bertini
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Nancy Wright
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Shane Stephens
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Julie McMullen
  1. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATE
DESTINATION
ELL Conference
Bobbi Jo Rohrberg
11/11/13
Coralville, IA
Iowa School Counselor Association
Pat Staebell/Jeannie Bates
11/4­5/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Music Educators Assn
Megan Beery
11/22­23/2013
Ames, Iowa
ISFLC Conference
Devin Embray, Shirley Lundgren
12/17­19/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP
Devin Embray
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
System
 
 
 
IA Assn of Track Coaches
Mark Starner, Chris Visser, Todd Peverill, Brad Rasmussen, Eric Rasmussen, Jeff Janssen, Ben Haynes, Jordan Bueltel
12/6­7/2013
Ames, Iowa
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
Genie Wickham
12/10­11/2013
Denver, Colorado
Opus Honor Choir/Iowa Music Educators Assn
Kay Fast/Pete Jacobus
11/20­23/2013
Ames, Iowa
Advisory Committee­3A Football
Cory Faust
12/4­5/2013
Boone, Iowa
Electrical Diagnostics Training
Steve Houser
11/19­20/2013
Ankeny, Iowa
ISFLC Conference
Devin Embray, Shirley Lundgren
2/11­14/2014
Des Moines, Iowa
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
Ann Steele, Andea McChesney, Jennifer Hughes, LaToya Lee
12/10­11/2013
Denver, Colorado
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
Kelsey Miller
12/10­11/2013
Denver, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Tami Bertini
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Nancy Wright
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Shane Stephens
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Julie McMullen
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
  1. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
 
 
 
 
  1. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
    1. Comments from Public
    2. Comments from Board of Education
    3. Presentations
      1. Auxiliary Gym ­ Jeff Bissen will show a Powerpoint presentation
 
  1. REPORTS
    1. Building Administrator Reports
  1. OLD BUSINESS
    1. None
  1. NEW BUSINESS
I am seeking discussion around the presentation that was given earlier.  Before we can proceed with this project it will need to have board approval.  I would suggest setting a fiscal limit for the project as well as consider a capital fund­raising drive to assist if possible.  While the funds we have in the SAVE fund could support a project of this size, we are going to be spread thin with other obligations on the monies.  I will be able to help answer questions about our ability financially to support the project
 
I am seeking approval of the SBRC Application for Open Enrollment Out in the amount of $138,023.
 
  1. Approval of Growth Plan Stipends
I am requesting approval of the Annual Growth Plan stipends for all administrators. All administrators have made growth on their plans and are on track to reach goal completion by the end of the year.
 
I am seeking Board discussion on the Retirement Incentive Policies for the 2013­2014 school year and the 2014­2015 school year for any possible changes. The incentive was set to zero for the 2015­2016 and subsequent years.  A plan incentive determined two years ago to be 80% of the current salary minus the base for certified staff and 38% of the salary for classified staff for this year and next year.
 
I am seeking approval of the Amendment to the Contract with Spiral Communications.  We are seeking approval to increase hours by 40/week 12 months a year for an additional $76,000.
 
I am seeking approval of the content of the 2012­2013 GCSD Annual Report.  I wish to thank all involved for putting together yet another wonderful report.  We continue to strive to improve our programs, with the mandate of No Child Left Behind coming to closure.  It is our hope that the Education Reform Act will be reauthorized and will include growth models.
 
I am seeking approval of the contract with Westside Community Schools for special education services.
 
I am seeking approval of the contract with Drive Tek for services related to driver education. Our current contract expires on July 31, 2014. The new contract calls for a fee of $350 per student (what is charged currently) for the first year (August 1, 2014­July 31, 2015) and then beginning August 1, 2015 the per student fee will increase $10 to $360 per student  The new contract would run from August 1, 2014 through July 31, 2016.
 
  1. Approval of Curriculum Coordinating Council Member
I am seeking approval of a new Curriculum Coordinating Council member, Elizabeth Mulkerrin (parent/community representative), to take the place of a parent/community representative who no longer wishes to serve.
 
 
  1. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                    Motion
 
Upcoming Meetings ­   
 
Exchange of initial proposals between GEA and District  ­ Monday, December 9th,  2013 ­ 6:00 p.m.  ­
Glenwood Community High School Media Center.
 
Regular Board Meeting ­ Monday, December 9, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m. Glenwood Community High School Media Center

November 18, 2013 Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
November 15, 2013
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Regular Meeting ­ Monday, November 18, 2013 ­ 7:30 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center, 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
 
  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
    1. Call to Order
  1. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
    1.  
  1. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
    1.  
  2. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
    1. Approval of Minutes
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
602.12
Adult Education
602.13
Multicultural/Gender Fair Education
603.2
Curriculum Adoption
603.3
Curriculum Evaluation
603.3P
Curriculum Evaluation Procedures ­ Student Testing Program
603.4
Teaching Controversial Issues
603.5
Teaching of Religious History and Traditions
407.2
Staff Personal Use of Cell Phones
407.2AF
Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones Acceptance Form
  1. Approval of Board Policies­ First Readings ­ Set 1 and Set 2
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
 
 
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Robyn Hall
Substitute Nurse
$118 per day
Dan Jaworski
Substitute Bus Driver
$29.86 per route
Jennifer (Springhower)McKain
Sub SpEd Assoc (as needed)/ SpEd Teacher Assoc (2 days/wk)
$9.49 per hour
Ashley Reese
C­Print Captionist
$16 per hour
Gayle Richter
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Bethany Woodruff
Child Care Provider (High School Student)
$7.25 per hour
Jeff Yoachim
Art Club Sponsor
$1,840
Pamela Lewis
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Brian Morgan
Substitute Bus Driver to Full Time Driver
$31.32 per route
Alicia Springs
Food Service & Trans. Depart. to Custodial Depart.
$10.13 per hour
Cindy Wallace
From Kid’s Place Daycare to 1:1 PK Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Stephanie Bartles
Child Care Associate
Resignation
September 20, 2013
Maxine Brennan
High School Media Associate
Resignation
October 31, 2013
Elizabeth Cooper
Child Care Associate
Resignation
September 25, 2013
Sara Fiedler
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
December 1, 2013
Diane Gray
1:1 PK Teacher Associate
Resignation
October 31, 2013
Kathleen Gregoroff
Bus Driver
Resignation
October 24, 2013
Paula Zillmer
Substitute Bus Driver
Resignation
November 8, 2013
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
Alyssa D.
Lewis Central Community School District
Cory D.
Lewis Central Community School District
Ariel H.
Glenwood Community School District
Macey V.
Lewis Central Community School District
 
  1. Approval of Financial Reports
    1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Romens will have reviewed the bills
      1. Approval of Additional Bills
    2. Board Financial Reports
  1. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Builders Club
MS Dance
Raise money for food pantry/BackPack program
$500
11/15/2013
MS Media Center
Book Fair
Purchase books for library
NA
11/18­26/13
MS Yearbook
Yearbook Sales
New Cameras if there is any profit
Break Even
11/19 to EOY
Girls BB/Boys BB
Black & Gold Scrimmage
Travel costs/new uniforms
$400
11/23/2013
 
  1. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Devin Embray
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
12/10­11/2013
Denver, CO
Genie Wickham
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
12/10­11/2013
Denver, CO
Ann Steele, Andrea McChesney, Jennifer Hughes, LaToya Lee
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
12/10­11/2013
Denver, CO
Kelsey Miller
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Tami Bertini
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Nancy Wright
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Shane Stephens
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, CO
Julie McMullen
  1. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATE
DESTINATION
ELL Conference
Bobbi Jo Rohrberg
11/11/13
Coralville, IA
Iowa School Counselor Association
Pat Staebell/Jeannie Bates
11/4­5/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Music Educators Assn
Megan Beery
11/22­23/2013
Ames, Iowa
ISFLC Conference
Devin Embray, Shirley Lundgren
12/17­19/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP
Devin Embray
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
System
 
 
 
IA Assn of Track Coaches
Mark Starner, Chris Visser, Todd Peverill, Brad Rasmussen, Eric Rasmussen, Jeff Janssen, Ben Haynes, Jordan Bueltel
12/6­7/2013
Ames, Iowa
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
Genie Wickham
12/10­11/2013
Denver, Colorado
Opus Honor Choir/Iowa Music Educators Assn
Kay Fast/Pete Jacobus
11/20­23/2013
Ames, Iowa
Advisory Committee­3A Football
Cory Faust
12/4­5/2013
Boone, Iowa
Electrical Diagnostics Training
Steve Houser
11/19­20/2013
Ankeny, Iowa
ISFLC Conference
Devin Embray, Shirley Lundgren
2/11­14/2014
Des Moines, Iowa
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
Ann Steele, Andea McChesney, Jennifer Hughes, LaToya Lee
12/10­11/2013
Denver, Colorado
Denver Public Schools ~ Pro Comp
Kelsey Miller
12/10­11/2013
Denver, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Tami Bertini
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Nancy Wright
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Shane Stephens
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
Eagle County Public Schools ~ TAP System
Julie McMullen
12/10­11/2013
Eagle, Colorado
  1. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
 
 
 
 
  1. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
    1. Comments from Public
    2. Comments from Board of Education
    3. Presentations
      1. Auxiliary Gym ­ Jeff Bissen will show a Powerpoint presentation
 
  1. REPORTS
    1. Building Administrator Reports
  1. OLD BUSINESS
    1. None
  1. NEW BUSINESS
I am seeking discussion around the presentation that was given earlier.  Before we can proceed with this project it will need to have board approval.  I would suggest setting a fiscal limit for the project as well as consider a capital fund­raising drive to assist if possible.  While the funds we have in the SAVE fund could support a project of this size, we are going to be spread thin with other obligations on the monies.  I will be able to help answer questions about our ability financially to support the project
 
I am seeking approval of the SBRC Application for Open Enrollment Out in the amount of $138,023.
 
  1. Approval of Growth Plan Stipends
I am requesting approval of the Annual Growth Plan stipends for all administrators. All administrators have made growth on their plans and are on track to reach goal completion by the end of the year.
 
I am seeking Board discussion on the Retirement Incentive Policies for the 2013­2014 school year and the 2014­2015 school year for any possible changes. The incentive was set to zero for the 2015­2016 and subsequent years.  A plan incentive determined two years ago to be 80% of the current salary minus the base for certified staff and 38% of the salary for classified staff for this year and next year.
 
I am seeking approval of the Amendment to the Contract with Spiral Communications.  We are seeking approval to increase hours by 40/week 12 months a year for an additional $76,000.
 
I am seeking approval of the content of the 2012­2013 GCSD Annual Report.  I wish to thank all involved for putting together yet another wonderful report.  We continue to strive to improve our programs, with the mandate of No Child Left Behind coming to closure.  It is our hope that the Education Reform Act will be reauthorized and will include growth models.
 
I am seeking approval of the contract with Westside Community Schools for special education services.
 
I am seeking approval of the contract with Drive Tek for services related to driver education. Our current contract expires on July 31, 2014. The new contract calls for a fee of $350 per student (what is charged currently) for the first year (August 1, 2014­July 31, 2015) and then beginning August 1, 2015 the per student fee will increase $10 to $360 per student  The new contract would run from August 1, 2014 through July 31, 2016.
 
  1. Approval of Curriculum Coordinating Council Member
I am seeking approval of a new Curriculum Coordinating Council member, Elizabeth Mulkerrin (parent/community representative), to take the place of a parent/community representative who no longer wishes to serve.
 
 
  1. ADJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                    Motion
 
Upcoming Meetings ­   
 
Exchange of initial proposals between GEA and District  ­ Monday, December 9th,  2013 ­ 6:00 p.m.  ­
Glenwood Community High School Media Center.
 
Regular Board Meeting ­ Monday, December 9, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m. Glenwood Community High School Media Center

October 14, 2013 Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
October 11, 2013
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘   
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At-­Large ‘    
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘   
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Regular Meeting ­ Monday, October 14, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center, 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A.
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1.September 16, 2013 Board Work Session and Regular Meeting
 
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C. Approval of Board Policies ­Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
 
No Second Reads for October
 
D. Approval of Board Policies ­First Readings ­Set 1  and Set 2
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
602.12
Adult Education
602.13
Multicultural/Gender Fair Education
603.2
Curriculum Adoption
603.3
Curriculum Evaluation
603.3P
Curriculum Evaluation Procedures ­ Student Testing Program
603.4
Teaching Controversial Issues
603.5
Teaching of Religious History and Traditions
407.2
Staff Personal Use of Cell Phones
407.2AF
Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones Acceptance Form
 
E. New Hires  Set 1  and Set 2
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Katherin Caddell
Child Care Associate
$8.46 per hour
Cindy Wallace
Child Care Associate
$8.46 per hour
Madison Mead
Child Care Associate
$7.25 per hour
Jill Krecklow
Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 per hour
Jessica Kreps
Substitute Food Service
$8.78 per hour
Susan Biggs
Substitute Food Service
$8.78 per hour
Barbara Cochran
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Gaylene Laate
On­Site Leader at Kid’s Place
$11.08 per hour
Lorrie Rasmussen
Authorized Substitute Teacher
$108 per day
Meredith Burkholder
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
Cheri Maxwell
Authorized Substitute Teacher
$108 per day
Michael Lundy
Substitute Teacher
$118 per day
James Saufley
Authorized Substitute Teaccher
$108 per day
Gladys Stuart
Substitute Food Service
$8.78 per hour
Patricia Lacy
Substitute Food Service
$8.78 per hour
 
F. Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Bruce Schoening
Substitute Bus Driver to Regular Driver
$31.32 per route
Karen Latimer
Substitute Food Service to Cook
$9.83 per hour
Maxine Dingman
Substitute Food Service to Cook
$10.33 per hour
Jessica Kreps
Substitute Food Service to Clerk
$9.98 per hour
 
G. Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
Ella McNeal
Custodian
Resignation
October 31, 2013
Dale McCurdy
Substitute Custodian
Resignation
September 16, 2013
Kenny Green
Bus Driver
Resignation
September 17, 2013
Heather Rothmeyer
Hearing Interpreter
Resignation
October 7, 2013
Sharon Ingle
Teacher Associate
Resignation
September 23, 2013
Shane Fisher
Substitute Bus Driver
Resignation
October 9, 2013
 
H. Open Enrollments­ Set 1  and Set 2
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
Kielee V.
Treynor Community School District
Kayleigh C.
Fremont­Mills Community School District
Adam T.
Fremont­Mills Community School District ­ This is for the 2013­2014 school year
Sam L.
Glenwood Community School District ­ Resident District will pay tuition
Cody L.
Glenwood Community School District ­ Resident District will pay tuition
Naomi S.
Council Bluffs Community School District
Alyssa S.
Glenwood Community School District
Austin J.
Glenwood Community School District
Damon L.
Glenwood Community School District
Trace H.
Glenwood Community School District
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Patzer will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
3. Board Financial Reports
A. Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B. General Ledger Balance Report
 
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Key Club
Unicef Trick or Treat
Donation to Unicef
$100
10/28­11/12/13
Key Club
Powder Puff Football
Donation to Unicef
$400
11/9/2013
Reach/SADD
Collecting for red socks
Purchase socks so all players wear red socks
$0
10­14­25/13
Spanish Club
Candy Sales
Club trips to museum; entry fees Justo Concert
$500
10/21/13­5/5/14
Spanish Club
Bake Sale
Club trips to museum; entry fees Justo Concert
$200
10/19/2013
 
K. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
Literacy Class @ Concordia College
9/28/2013
Seward, NE
Marcia VanNess
Literacy Class @ Concordia College
9/28/2013
Seward, NE
Laurie Weekly
Vala's Pumpkin Patch
10/14/2013
Gretna, NE
Beth Burgess & Students
 
L. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATE
DESTINATION
Project Lead the Way Conference
Heidi Stanley
10/6­7/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Basketball Coaches Clinic
Barry Loeffelbein
10/19­20/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Basketball Coaches Clinic
Callie Ohm
10/19­20/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa State Cheer Competetion
Julisa Isadore, Robin Hunt, Dixie Thomas and cheerleaders
11/2­3/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Dance Team­State Competition
Ruth Congdon/Ami Peterson & Team
12/5­12/6­2013
Des Moines, Iowa
SAI Executive Leaders
Devin Embray
10/31­11/1/2013
Ames, Iowa
 
M. Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
Pollinator Garden / UNL Bumble Bee Research Project
Students would design, plant and maintain a native Iowa plant pollinator garden, as well as to bumble bee nesting boxes..
Up to $500
 
4.ANNOUNCEMENTSANDCOMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations
1) Financial Presentation - ­Shirley Lundgren
 
5.REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary
5. BuildingBridgesLearningCenter
B. School Improvement Report
C. Activities Director Report
D. Kid’s Place Report
E. Technology Report
F. Food Service Report
G. Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report
H. Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Closed Session - The Board will move into Closed Session pursuant to Iowa Section 21.5 (1)(a) to review or discuss records which are required or aurhorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential or to be kept confidential as a condition for that governmental body's possession or continued receipt of federal funds.
 
B. Return to Open Session                                                                                                                               Motion
1) Action regarding Student A
a) Exhibits
i) Consent Agreement
ii) Letter
 
C.ApprovalofAgreementwithKPEforengineeringservicesfortheMiddleSchool Tech Building Remodel. Linked is the Agreement,Checklist for Project Consideration &Timeline andCurrent and Proposed Floor Plans.
I am seeking approval of the Agreement with KPE for the remodel of the Middle School Tech building for use as a regional 6­12 special education behavior program. Included in this remodel is the relocation of the Print shop to the rear of the building.
 
D. ApprovalofAmendment to the Agreement between Green Hills Area Education Agencyand the Glenwood Community School District.
I am seeking approval of the Amendment to the District’s Agreement with GHAEA. The Amendment includes Kelli Berke’s services as the interim Student Services Director for 66 days at the per diem rate of $564.59, which totals $37,263.  This is an estimated $35­-$40,000 cost savings to the district.
 
E. Approval of Letter of Agreement for Early Childhood Iowa Preschool Tuition Scholarships.
I am seeking approval of the Letter of Agreement for Early Childhood Iowa Preschool Tuition Scholarships, which states we agree to abide by the Agreement for receiving funds to support tuition assistance for our preschool students.
 
F. Approval of Memorandum of Agreement for Curriculum for Agricultural ScienceEducation.
I am seeking approval of the Memorandum of Agreement with FFA Foundation.  The High School has been selected to receive a scale­up grant to cover costs of training and materials for our Vo­Ag program.
 
8.A DJOURNMENT                                                                                                                                    Motion
 
Upcoming Meetings ­   
Board Work Session ­ Monday, October 28, 2013 ­ 6:00­8:00 p.m.
103 Central, Third Floor
 
Regular Board Meeting ­ Monday, November 18, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Community High School Media Center
 
Regular Board Meeting ­ Monday, December 9, 2013
­ 7:00 p.m. Glenwood Community High School Media Center

October 28, 2013 Work Session Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
October 25, 2013
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘17
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Michelle Bahr­ At­-Large ‘17
 
Ann Staiert ­ At­-Large ‘17
Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Board Work Session ­ Monday, October 28, 2013 ­ 6:00 p.m.
Central Office Conference Room ­ 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood
 
  1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
    1. Call to Order
  1. LEADERSHIP FOR STUDENT LEARNING (workbook pages as well) Theresa Romens will lead the discussion on Chapters 7 and 8.
  2. ADJOURNMENT

September 16, 2013 Work Session & Board Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray ­ Superintendent             Shirley Lundgren ­ Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
September 13, 2013
 
To:
All School Board Members
Voting Order:
 
 
Dave Blum ­ At-­Large ‘13
From:
Devin Embray, Superintendent
Henry Clark ­ At-­Large ‘13
 
Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘13
Craig Patzer ­ At-­Large ‘15
Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:     Board Work Session ­ Monday, September 16, 2013 ­ 6:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center, 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Regular Meeting ­ Monday, September 16, 2013 ­ 7:00 p.m.
Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center, 504 Sharp Street, Glenwood
 
Board Work Session ­ 6:00 p.m.
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
 
2. Larry Hurst will present a Resolution to the Board regarding Mills County Mitigation plan
 
3. Adjournment of Board Work Session
 
Regular Meeting ­ 7:00 p.m.
 
1. Call to Order
 
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. We will be recognizing those students who were members of the 2013 Girls' State Track Team, as well as their coaches. 
 
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A. None
 
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes
1. August 12, 2013 Regular Meeting
2. August 26, 2013 Work Session
3. August 29, 2013 Super Board Meeting
4. September 9, 2013 Special Board Meeting
 
B. Approval of Agenda
 
C. Approval of Board Policies ­Second Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
Background Checks on Employees and Volunteers (New Policy)
Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles and the Regulations
Purchasing and Bidding
Checklist for Project Consideration
Purchasing and Bidding Flowchart
Process for Competitively Bidding Projects Costing Over $125,000
 
D. Approval of Board Policies ­First Readings
POLICY #
DESCRIPTION
 
No First Reads for September
 
E. New Hires
NAME
POSITION
SALARY
Adrian Kalambokidis
Substitute Bus Driver
$29.86 Per Route
Robert Howie
Substitute Bus Driver
$29.86 Per Route
Michelle Jaworski
Bus Associate
$10.88 Per Hour
Heather Rothmeyer
Sign Language Interpreter & C Print Captionist
$26,500
Carlos Lopez­Ruiz
Substitute Bus Associate
$10.88 Per Hour
Bob McAleer
Substitute Bus Driver
$31.32 Per Route
Ben Haynes
MS Girls Track Coach
$2,530
Kylee Stanton
MS Assistant Volleyball Coach
$1,840
Callie Ohm
Head Girls Tennis Coach
$3,680
Cheryl Cheney
Substitute Teacher
$118 Per Day
Christie Keller
Substitute Teacher
$118 Per Day
Mitzi Mossman
Substitute Teacher
$118 Per Day
Kadena Burgess
Authorized Substitute Teacher
$108 Per Day
Julie Gompert
Substitute Teacher Associate
$9.49 Per Hour
Elizabeth Mayfield
Substitute Teacher
$118 Per Day
Danielle Evans
Special Education Teacher Associate
$9.49 Per Day
Julisa Isadore
Cheerleading Sponsor
$920
 
F.Transfers
NAME
FROM/TO
WAGE
Julia Parks
Full Time Food Service to Substitute Food Service
TBD
Erin Petersen
In addition to being an Authorized Substitute Teacher for the District, Eric has also been hired as a Special Education Teacher Associate three days per week.
$9.49 per hour
Lisa Stivers
From TAG / SpEd Assoc to TAG Assoc only
No Change
 
G.Separation from District
NAME
POSITION
REASON
DATE
A.J. Pruss
Assistant Boys Soccer Coach
Resignation
09/10/2013
Richard Draper
Substitute Teacher Associate
Resignation
09/10/2013
Shannon Dumler
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
08/30/2013
Ardith Coffman
Child Care Associate at Kid’s Place
Resignation
09/13/2013
Jim Deitchler
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
08/22/2013
Callie Ohm
Head Boys Tennis Coach
Resignation
8/16/2013
Krista Benson
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
08/05/2013
Adella Shaw
Hearing Interpreter
Resignation
08/16/2013
Wendy Saddler
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
08/29/2013
Emily Method
Special Education Teacher Associate
 
08/30/2013
Eric Rasmussen
Co­Sponsor of Debate Team
Resignation
08/20/2013
Steve Cook
Assistant Middle School Football Coach
Resignation
08/09/2013
Brian Bertini
Assistant Baseball Coach
Resignation
08/08/2013
Sharen Ingle
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
09/20/2013
Makenze West
Substitute Teacher
Resignation
08/12/2013
William Putnam
Substitute Teacher
 
09/01/2013
Carol Schramm
Substitute Teacher
 
09/01/2013
Kim Dubas
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
08/12/2013
Ayla Fritz
Special Education Teacher Associate
Verbal Resignation
 
Rachael Harris
Regular Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
 
Aileen Eatherton
Special Education Teacher Associate
Resignation
September 12, 2013
 
H.OpenEnrollments(Set 1)   (Set 2)
NAME
DISTRICT REQUESTED
Tyson G.
Council Bluffs Community School District
Lauren S.
Council Bluffs Community School District
Madison K.
Lewis Central Community School District
Taylor K.
Lewis Central Community School District
Effie N.
Lewis Central Community School District
Cooper P.
Glenwood Community School District
Lauralyse F­S.
Glenwood Community School District
 
I. Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills ­ Director Blum will have reviewed the bills
A. Approval of Additional Bills
3. Board Financial Reports
A. Estimated Line Item Budget Report
B. General Ledger Balance Report
 
J. Fundraising Requests
GROUP
DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
DATES
Junior Class
Magazine Sales
Prom
$4,000
9/23­10/15/13
Boys Cross Country
Chicken Dinner
Meals, awards, state expenses
$3,000
9/22/2013
FCCLA
Candle Sales
State and national meetings
$1,000
10/10­28/13
FFA
Fruit, meat, cheese
FFA Activities
$5,000
10/15­11/6/13
MS Student Council
Activities Night
Commons furniture
$700
10/4/2013
MS Student Council
Breast Cancer Awareness
Donation Lee Denim Day Foundation
$100
10/3­7/13
 
Black & Gold Concessions
Student learn skills. Raise money for MS
$2,000
9/24­3/15/14
 
K. Out of State Travel
ACTIVITY
DATE
DESTINATION
REQUESTED BY
National FFA Convention
10/30-­11/1/
2013
Louisville, KY
Jessica Miller & Students
NE Assoc. of Teachers of Science Fall Conference
9/26-­27/
2013
Fremont, NE
Betsy Maryott
 
L. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY
REQUESTED BY
DATE
DESTINATION
National FFA Conference
Jessica Miller & Students
10/30­11/1/
2013
Louisville, Kentucky
IASBO Fall Conference
Shirley Lundgren
9/25­26/2013
Des Moines, Iowa
Project Lead the Way Conference
Kelly Schubauer
9/29­30/2013
Altoona, Iowa
Project Lead the Way Conference
Betsy Maryott
9/29­30/2013
Altoona, Iowa
Project Lead the Way Conference
Colleen Confer
9/29­30/2013
Altoona, Iowa
Iowa Speech Coaches Convention
Russell Crouch
10/18­19
/2013
Ames, Iowa
Iowa Speech Coaches Convention
Bobbi Jo Rohrberg
10/18­19/
2013
Ames, Iowa
Iowa Speech Coaches Convention
Susan Reed
10/18­19/
2013
Ames, Iowa
Iowa Speech Coaches Convention
Deb Fajardo
10/18­19/
2013
Ames, Iowa
Knowledge Bowl Competition
Janis Moore and FCCLA members
11/22­23/
2013
Omaha, Nebraska
Iowa Art Convention
Janiece Kinzle
10/11­14/
2013
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
 
M.Grant Requests
NAME
PURPOSE
AMOUNT
 
 
 
 
4.ANNOUNCEMENTSANDCOMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board of Education
C. Presentations
 
5.REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1.High School
2.Middle School
3.West Elementary
4.Northeast Elementary
5.Building Bridges Learning Center - ­No Report
B.School Improvement Report andAttachment 1 &Attachment 2
C.Activities Director Report
D.Kid’s Place Report
E.Technology Report
F.Food Service Report
G.Transportation/Buildings & Grounds Report - ­No Report
H.Print Shop Report
 
6. OLD BUSINESS
A. None
 
7. ADJOURNMENT, SINE DIE
A. Presentation of Certificate to Henry Clark outgoing board member.
 
8. ANNUAL REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
(The Board Secretary chairs this portion of the meeting.)
A. Review Election Results
1. Acceptance of Canvass
B. Install Newly­elected Board Members
1. Administer Oath; Michelle Bahr, Dave Blum, Ann Staiert
C. Election of Officers
1.President
Ballots will be distributed to the Board Members to vote for President of the School Board for 2013­2014.  Members must sign the ballots so the votes can be recorded.  A majority of those voting is necessary to elect.  The oath of office will be administered to the new Board President.
Shirley will read off the ballots of each member who was nominated and the nominated Board Member will be recorded.
2.Vice­President
Ballots will be distributed to the Board Members to vote for Vice President of the School Board for 2013­2014.  Members must sign the ballots so the votes can be recorded.  A majority of those voting is necessary to elect.  The oath of office
will be administered to the new Board Vice President.
Shirley will read off the ballots of each member who was nominated and the nominated Board Member will be recorded.
D. Set meeting dates, times, and places for 2013-2014. Presently the Boards meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. for the regular meetings, and on the fourth Monday of each month for Board work sessions.
 
Proposed Schedule
Type of Meeting
Proposed Meeting Site
October 14, 2013
Regular Meeting
 
October 28, 2013
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
November 11, 2013
Regular Meeting
 
November 25, 2013 (PT Conf)
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
December 9, 2013
Regular Meeting
 
December 23, 2013
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
January 13, 2013
Regular Meeting
 
January 16, 2014
Super Board Meeting
Glenwood City Hall
January 27, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
February 10, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
February 24, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
March 10, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
March 24, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
April 14, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
April 28, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
May 12, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
May 26, 2014 (Memorial Day)
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
June 9, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
June 23, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
July 14, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
July 28, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
August 11, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
August 25, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
September 8, 2014
Regular Meeting
 
September 22, 2014
Board Work Session
103 Central, 3rd Floor
 
E. Appointments/Assignments for 2013-­2014                                                                                                    Motion
1) Appointment of a Board Member to the Mills County Conference Board
2) Appointment of a Board Member to the Empowerment Board
3) Buildings/Grounds and Transportation
4) Superintendent Advisory Council
5) Safety/Crisis
6) IASB Delegate
7) CCC Committee
8) Wellness Committee
9) Review of Bills ­Currently revolves each month in alphabetical order
10) Mentoring With Heart
11) Technology Committee
 
9.NEWBUSINESS
A. Approval of Mills County Resolution for Mitigation Plan                              Motion
I am seeking approval of the Mills County Resolution for the Mitigation Plan.
 
A. Approval of BackPack Program Contract and Application                             Motion
I am seeking approval of the BackPack Program Contract with Food Bank for the Heartland.  The BackPack Program meets the needs of hungry children by providing them with nutritious, easy­to­prepare food to take home on weekends and school vacations.
B.ApprovalofAthletic Training and Sports Medicine Services Agreement with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital             Motion
I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital for training services and attendance at Varsity events when possible.
 
C. Approval of Special Education Deficit                                                             Motion
I am seeking approval of the Special Education Deficit in the amount of $189,330.25.
 
D. Approval of Contract for Services from Alpha School                                        Motion
I am seeking approval of the Contract for Services from Alpha School for education services for four Glenwood students.
 
E. Approval of Contract for Services from Nebraska Center for the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired    Motion
I am seeking approval of the Contract with Nebraska Center for the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired for educational services for a student from Glenwood.
F.
I am seeking approval of the Purchase of Service Contracts with Nishna Productions, Inc. for three Glenwood students for work experience and/or work activity.
Motion
G.
Approval of Cooperative Student Teaching / Practicum Agreement with Iowa State University
Motion
 
I am seeking approval of the Cooperative Student Teaching / Practicum
 
 
Agreement with Iowa State University for placement of ISU students to
 
 
student teach and obtain appropriate clinical experience.
 
H.
Approval of the District Developed Service Delivery Plan
 
 
I am seeking approval of the District Developed Service Delivery Plan.  No
 
 
changes have been made to the plan for the 2013­2014 school year.
 
I.
Approval of Teacher Quality (TQ) Committee Membership
I am seeking approval of the staff members who have been appointed to the TQ Committee.  The appointed staff members are Nancy Wright, Susan Reed, Heidi Stanley and Jeff Bissen
Motion
J.
Approval of Appointment of Sexual Harassment Officer
I am seeking approval of the appointment of SHANE STEPHENS as the District’s Sexual Harassment Officer for 2013­2014.
Motion
K.
Approval of Appointment of Alternate Sexual Harassment Officer
I am seeking approval of the appointment of GENIE WICKHAM as the District’s Alternate Sexual Harassment Officer for 2013­2014.
Motion
L.
Approval of Appointment of Equity Officer
I am seeking approval of the appointment of DEVIN EMBRAY as the District’s Equity Officer for 2013­2014.
Motion
M.
Approval to use Signature Stamp
I am seeking approval to authorize the Business Manager to use the Board 
President’s signature stamp to sign all contracts for tuition­in, transportation,
PMIC, and alternative school student contracts.  I am also seeking approval to authorize the Superintendent’s Administrative Assistant to use the Board President’s signature stamp to sign all employment contracts.
Motion
 
 
10. ADJOURNMENT

September 9, 2013 Special Meeting Agenda

Proud Past, Successful Present, Growing Future
Devin Embray, Superintendent  *  Shirley Lundgren, Director of Finance
103 Central, Suite 300 * Glenwood, IA 51534 * 712­527­9034 * Fax 712­527­4287
 
 
September 6, 2013
 
To:       All School Board Members                                       Voting Order:
                                                                                        Dave Blum ­ At­-Large ‘13
From:  Devin Embray, Superintendent                                  Henry Clark ­ At­-Large ‘13
                                                                                         Ann Staiert ­ At-­Large ‘13
                                                                                         Craig Patzer ­ At­-Large ‘15
                                                                                        Theresa Romens ­ At-­Large ‘15
 
Re:       Special Board Meeting ­ Monday, September 9, 2013, 6:00 p.m.
Glenwood Community High School Media Center
 
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
B. Evaluation of Administrative Employee - Closed Session Pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5 (1)(i) - The Board will move into Closed Session, as provided in Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i), 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 indivual's reputation and that individual request a closed session.
 
C. Return to Open Session
 
D. Possible Action on Administrative Employee's Resignation                                  Motion and Roll Call Vote
 
E. Possible Action on Settlement Agreement and Release                                       Motion and Roll Call Vote
 
2. Adjournment                                                                                                                 Motion