April 16, 2012 Special Meeting Agenda

April 13, 2012

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

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 Meeting - Monday, April 16, 2012 5:30 p.m.

Central Office Boardroom, 103 Central, Third Floor

Special Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

A. Call to Order

2. NEW HIRES

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Michael S. Joyner	Middle School Math	$34,742.39 (Includes TSS)
Jeff Janssen	Middle School Language Arts	$34,742.39 (Includes TSS)
Jennifer Junto	Approved April 9 at wrong Step Placement (Approved at 15 should be 17)	$49,942.39 (Includes TSS)
Marcella Dunn	Middle School Vocal Music	$43,712.39 (Includes TSS)
Maria Jacobus	High School Social Studies and Head High School Volleyball Coaching amount to be set when supplemental schedule is finalized	$48,992.39 (Includes TSS)

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

3.

RESIGNATIONS

Motion

NAME

ASSIGNMENT

EFFECTIVE DATE

Brian Albert

Head HS Football, Assistant HS Girls Basketball

Assist HS Boys Track, Summer Weight Room Supervisor

End of 2011-2012 SY

Brandi Blackman

1st Grade Teacher

End of 2011-2012 SY

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s). The coaching/sponsorship positions are contingent upon finding suitable replacements.

4.

ADJOURNMENT

Motion

NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session –Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).

UPCOMING MEETINGS – Work Session – Board Goals Update and Academic Achievement

April 23 – 6:00 p.m. – 103 Central, Third Floor

DE Site Visit – Board Interview - April 25 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – 103 Central, Third Floor

Super Board Meeting – May 29 – 6:00-7:30 p.m. – High School Media Center

April 25, 2012 Interview for Site Visit Agenda

April 24, 2012

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

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: Interview for Site Visit – 103 Central, Third Floor, Glenwood, IA 51534

1. Interview with Iowa Department of Education Site Audit Team 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

April 9, 2012 Public Hearing and Board Meeting Agenda

April 5, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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: Public Hearing – Monday, April 9, 2012 – 6:45 p.m. Regular Meeting – Monday, April 9, 2012 – 7:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School – 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa

Public Hearing – 6:45 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
B. Public Hearing on the 2012-2013 Budget
Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUC	ATION
A.
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes	Motion 4.A.
*I am seeking approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 12, 2012, the Special Meeting/Work Session held on March 26, 2012, and the Work Session held on March 31, 2012.*
B. Approval of agenda	Motion 4.B.
*I am seeking approval of the agenda.*
C. Approval of Board Policies	l– Second Readings Motion 4.C.
Second Readings:
POLICY # POLICY NAME 402.2 Substitutes for Licensed Personnel. 500 Student Enrollment and Attendance 500.1 Student Enrollment in District 500.2 Student Residency Status 500.3 Homeless Youth Enrollment in District 500.4 Student Transfer into and out of District 500.5 Open Enrollment Procedures as a Sending District 500.6 Open Enrollment Procedures as a Receiving District

E. New Hires

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Tyler Copsey	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Jedd Taylor	HS Guidance Counselor	$51,056.09 (Includes TSS)
Jeff Bissen	Activities Director	$60,000.00
Jennifer Junto	High School Art	$48,042.39 (Includes TSS) Contingent upon receipt of Iowa Teaching License and Original Transcripts
Andrea Williams	1:1 PK Associate (from substitute associate to regular position)	$9.29 per hour

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Alyssa Rogge	High School Math &	End of 2011-2012 SY
Andrea Bourbonais	Food Service Cook	April 5, 2012
Mary Lee	Assistant Play Director	End of 2011-2012 SY
Tracy Major	1:1 Preschool Associate	March 22, 2012
Mary Finn	Northeast Media Associate	May 30, 2012
Carmen Pazzi	Substitute Food Service Worker	March 27, 2012
Stephanie Meggers	High School Language Arts &	End of 2011-2012 SY
Kim Blanchard	Special Education Resource Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s). The coaching/sponsorship positions are contingent upon finding suitable replacements.

G. TERMINATIONS

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Stephanie Lewis	Special Education Associate	April 9, 2012

I am seeking approval of the above termination.

H. OPEN ENROLLMENTS Motion 4.H.

STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Tyler K.	Lewis Central Community School District – Kindergarten Student	March 23, 2012
Xander M.	Glenwood Community School District – Kindergarten Student	March 28, 2012

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment application for Xander M.

Approval of Financial Reports Motion 4.I.
1. Approval of Bills – Director Romens will have reviewed the bills
2. Vendor Report
3. Board Report

J. Fundraising Requests Motion 4.J.

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
MS Student Council	Spring Dance	FY 13 start up funds; float	$500	4/13/2012

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

K. Out of State Travel Motion 4.K.

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
Battle of the Books competition	5/7/2012	Bennington, NE	Gayla Berringer & students
National FCCLA Star Events	7/6-13/2012	Orlando, Florida	Janis Moore & FCCLA Members

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

L. Overnight Stay Requests Motion 4.L.

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Drake Relays	Mark Starner and track team	4/26-27/2012	Des Moines, Iowa
Software Unlimited Training	Dana Jewett	6/25-28/2012	Iowa City, Iowa
Boy's Soccer Tournament	Shane Keeling & Players	5/4-5/2012	Waverly, Iowa
Girl's Soccer Tournament	Caitlin McIntosh & Players	4/27-28/2012	Adel, Iowa
National FCCLA Star Events	Janis Moore/FCCLA members	7/6-13/2012	Orlando, Florida
Iowa Bandmaster Assoc.	Pete Jacobus & Dan Schoening	5/10-11/2012	Des Moines, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

M. Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

I am seeking approval of the above grant request.

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board
C. Presentations – High School PLC
6. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
5. Building Bridges Learning Center
B. Activities Director Report
C. Kid’s Place Director’s Report
D. Technology Report
E. Food Service Report
F. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
G. Print Shop
H. School Improvement Report
7. OLD BUSINESS
None
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of the FY 13 Budget	Motion 8.A.
*I am seeking approval of the Preliminary FY 13 Budget.*
B. Approval of Special Pay Plan	Motion 8.B.
*I am seeking approval of the Special Pay Plan for District Retirees.*
C. Approval of Letter of Intent	Motion 8.C.
*I am seeking approval of the Letter of Intent to grant an underground electric easement to MidAmerican Entergy.*
D. Approval of Student Teaching/Practicum Experiences Agreement with the Motion 8.D. University of Nebraska at Omaha.
*I am seeking approval of the Student Teaching/Practicum Experiences Agreement with the University of Nebraska at Omaha.*
E. Approval of Proposed Student and Staf	f Handbook Changes Motion 8.E.
*I am seeking approval of the proposed changes for the 2012-2013 Student and Staff Handbooks.*
F. Approval to Bid for Vehicles
*I am seeking approval to bid for the foll Type II Vehicles – Suburban and Van P enclosed.*	*owing* *vehicles:* *Two (2) Buses, Two (2)* Motion 8.F. *low Truck. Vehicle Assessment Report*

G. VoIP Phone System	Motion 8.G.
I am seeking approval to approve, spec and design, and solicit competitive quotes for a VoIP Phone System, which would allow the entire district to be on the same system. If the project estimates fall within the projected range ($45,000 to $95,000), approval would be to move ahead. If estimates do not fall within the projected range, it will come back to the Board for approval.
H. Wireless Upgrade at High School	Motion 8.H.
I am seeking approval to approve, spec and design, and solicit competitive quotes for a more robust wireless system to our high school. The current one is not sufficient for our future projections of adding a 1:1 environment meshed with bring your own device. If the project estimates fall within the projected range ($35,000 to $55,000), approval would be to move ahead. If estimates do not fall within the projected range, it will come back to the Board for approval.
I. Approval of Application for New E-membership with Energy Association of Iowa Schools	Motion 8.I.
*I am seeking approval to join the Energy Association of Iowa Schools at a cost of* *$2,018.91 (Based on 2011 Actual Certified Enrollment x $1 per student)*
J. Approval of Agreement with Spiral Communications	Motion 8.J.
*I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Spiral Communications for 150 Mbps Ethernet Internet over Fiber for the total charge of $3,598.00*
K. Approval of Termination Agreement with Third Party Administrator	Motion
*I am seeking approval to terminate our Agreement with Wellmark as the District’s Third Party Administrator for Flex Spending effective July 1, 2012.*
L. Approval of Third Party Administrator	Motion 8.L.
*I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Employee Benefit Systems to serve the District as the Third Party Administrator for Flex Spending, effective July 1, 2012.*
M. Approval of Agreement with Third Party Administrator	Motion 8.M.
*I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Employee Benefit Systems to serve as the District’s Third Party Administrator for Partial Self Funding, effective July 1, 2012.*
9. ADJOURNMENT		Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session –Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).
UPCOMING MEETINGS – Work Session – Board Goals Update and Academic Achievement April 23 – 6:00 p.m. – 103 Central, Third Floor
DE Site Visit – Board Interview - April 25 – 4:30-5:30 p.m. – 103 Central, Third Floor
Super Board Meeting – May 29 – 6:00-7:30 p.m. – High School Media Center

August 15, 2011 Board Meeting Agenda

August 11, 2011

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

Dave Blum - At-Large '13

From: Devin Embray, Superintendent Henry Clark - At-Large '13

Ann Staiert - At-Large '11

Linda Young - At-Large '11
Theresa Romens - At-Large '11

Re: Regular Meeting on Monday, August 15, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Central Office Boardroom, 103 Central, Suite 300.

Regular Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. Call to order

SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
1. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on July 11, 2011.

I am seeking approval of the minutes.

B. Approval of agenda

I am seeking approval of the agenda.

C. Approval of Board Policies - Second Readings

Second Readings:

	POLICY #	POLICY NAME
1.	Series 100	Educational Philosophy - Series 100 Index
2.	100	Legal Status of School District
3.	101	Educational Philosophy - No Change
4 .	102	Goals and Objectives of the Education Program - No Change
5.	103	Educational and Operational Planning and Needs Assessment - No change
6.	104	Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non-Harassment, Non-Retaliation
8.	104.1E1	Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non-Harassment, Non-Retaliation Notice
9.	104.1R1	Grievance Procedures
10.	104.1E2	Grievance Filing Form
I I.	104.1E3	Grievance Documentation Form
12.	105	Operating Principals - Board of Education and Superintendent
13.	106	Operating Principals - Administration and Staff
14.	505.4	Graduation Requirements
15.	803.1	Purchasing Procedures
16.	803.1E2	Purchasing and Bidding Flowchart
17.	1003.3	Fees for Use of School Facilities
18.	1003.3E2	GHS Auditori um Faci li ty Usage Request Sheet

I am seeking approval of the above policie s' second readings.

D. Approval of Board Policies - First Read ings Motion 4.D.

	POLICY #	POLICY NAME
I.	200	Statement of Guiding Principles for the Board of Directors - No Change Made
2.	201	General Organization - No Change Made
3.	201.1	Name of School Distri ct - No Change Made
4.	201.2	Legal Status of the Board
5.	201.3	General Powers and Duties of the Board - No Change Made
6.	201.4	Elections to the Board - No Change Made
7.	201 .5	Membership of the Board - No Change Made
8.	201.6	Oath of Office, Board Members - No Change Made
9.	201.7	Term of Office of Board Members - No Change Made
10.	201.8	Organization of the Board - No Change Made
1 1.	201.9	Board Vacancies- No Change Made
12.	202	Specific Duties of the Board- No Change Made
1 3.	202.1	Code of Ethics of the Board of Directors- No Change Made
14 .	202.2	President of the Board- No Change Made
15.	202.3	Vice-President of the Board- No Change Made
16.	202.4	Secretary and Treasurer of the Board- No Change Made
17.	202.5	Individual Board Members - No Change Made
18.

I am seeking approval of the above policies' first readings.

E. NEW HIRES Motion 4.E.

NAM E	ASSIGNM ENT	SALARY
Kimberlee Denning	Special Education Teacher - Behavior Disorder	$34,242.39 ( Includes TSS)
Megan Beery	Elementary Music Teacher (.65 FTE)	$22,257.55 (Includes TSS)
Brad Gregory	Assist High School Wrestling Coach	$3,080
Kim Arnold	Regular Education Teacher Associate	$8.29 per hour
Randi Cloyed	Special Education Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour
Amanda Cowell	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
A. Craig Florian	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$103 per day
Corey Manley	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hrI2 hr min.
Martha Smith	Special Education Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour
Elizabeth Wanning	Special Education Teacher Associate (Level l - Shared Position)	$8.29 per hour
Martin Wright	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hrI2 hr min.
Jason Callahan	Assist Middle School Boys Basketball Coach	$1,760
Kelsey Schomburg	Jump Start Summer School Teacher/Subsitute Teacher	$19 per hour/$113 per day
Paula Barrett	Food Service Cook	$9.58 per hour
Renee Carney	General Education Teacher Associate	$8.29 per hour
Justin Thies	Special Education Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS Motion 4.F.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Tia Bach	Special Education Bus Associate	July 27, 2011
Rachelle Campbell	Regular Education Teacher Associate	July 28, 2011
Brianne Huffman	Substitute Teacher	August 4, 2011
Marcy Jones	Preschool Teacher Associate	July 6, 2011
Cathryn Zanker	Special Education Teacher Associate	July 26, 2011
Lisa Dodson	Preschool Teacher Associate	July 8, 2011

I am seeking approval of tile above resignation(s).

G. OPEN ENROLLMENTS Motion 4.G.

STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Cody B.	Cancelling Open Enrollment. Returning to Home District of Treynor	07/13/2011
Kody C.	Glenwood - Change in District of Residence	07/26/2011
Kyle J.	Glenwood - Change in District of Residence	07/26/2011
Madison C.	Glenwood - Change in District of Residence	07/26/2011
Kalie C.	Glenwood - Change in District of Residence and Jr./Sr. Rule	07/13/2011
Iris W.	Glenwood - Change in District of Residence	07/13/2011
Sarah S.	Glenwood - Change in District of Residence	08/10/2011
Jacob L.	Lewis Central - Change in District of Residence	07/8/2011

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment applications.

H. Approval of Financial Reports

1.Approval of Bills - Director Blum will have reviewed the bills

2. Vendor Report

3. Board Report

I. Fundraising Requests

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Beth O'Rourke Classroom	Student Run Store	Student technology for classroom	$1,000	09/01/11-05/31/12
Cheerleaders	Sell Face Tattoos	Hotel costs for State Competition	$700	09/15/11-11/30/11
Cheerleaders	Car Painting	Offset costs of competitions & uniform accessories	$200	09/15/11

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTIN ATION	REQUESTE D BY
None

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

K. Overnight Stay Requests Motion 4.K.

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Iowa Braille Summer Institute	Mary Lee	8/9-10/2011	Ames, Iowa
Iowa Braille Summer Institute	Dianne Bentley	8/9- 10/2011	Ames, Iowa
Volleyball Clinic	Kara Hui	08/3-4/201 1	Pella, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

L. Grant Requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Comm. Foundations of Southwest IA	Purchase of new equipment to meet new DHS requirements to be compliant with 2001 Federal Standards	$2,020.00
Comm. Foundations of Southwest IA	Promote scientific inquiry as it applies to the medical field &	$500.00

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Comments from Public
2. Comments from Board
3. Presentations
  1. Fiscal Management Conference - Shirley Lundgren
  2. Education Summit - Henry Clark

REPORTS
1. Building Administrator Reports
  1. High School
  2. Middle School
  3. West Elementary
  4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
  5. Building Bridges Learning Center
2. Activities Director Report
3. Kid's Place Director 's Report
4. Technology Report
5. Food Service Report
6. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
7. Print Shop
8. School Improvement Report

OLD BUSINESS
1. None
NEW BUSINESS

A. Set Date and Time for Special Meeting

I am seeking approval to set a date and time for a special meeting to discuss the Annual Yearly Progress report and to do a board evaluation.

B. Set Date and Time for Site Tour of Facilities

I am seeking approval to set a date and time for a site tour of the buitdings and facilities.

C. Approval of Legislative Priorities for the 2011-2012 school year

I am seeking final approval of the Legislative Priorities for the 2011-2012 school year.

D. Approval of Contract with Drive Tek for driver education services Motion 8.D.

I am seeking approval of the contract between the Glenwood Comm. School District and Drive Tek for providing driver education services for the 2011-2012 school year.

E. Approval to Purchase two Class II Vehicles

I am seeking approval to purchase two Class II vehicles as recommended by Dave Greenwood. Recommendations will bepresented at the board meeting.

F. Approval of Contract with Green Hills AEA Motion 8.F.

I am seeking approval of the contract with Green Hills AEA for continued participation in the Assessment Solutions for Education program. The fee for the 2011-2012 school year is $6,012 and is based on enrollment numbers. The program includes templates, tools and reports, as well as periodic professional development to help utilize the tools and templates.

G. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Comm. College Motion 8.G.

I am seeking approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Community College for tuition and fees associated with students attending the BLAST program.

H. Approval of Contract with Iowa Lakes Community College Motion 8.H.

I am seeking approval of the contract with Iowa Lakes Community Collegefor the tuition and dorm/meal fees for a student attending the SAVE program.

I. Approval of Agreement with Buena Vista University

I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Buena Vista University to host student teaching/practicum placements during the 2011-2012 school year.

J. Approval of Addition to Coaches Handbook

I am seeking approval to add the Concussion Management Protocol to the Coaches Handbook.

9. ADJOURNMENT

UPCOMING MEETINGS - September 19 - Glenwood Comm. High School, 504 East Sharp Street

December 12, 2011 Work Session and Board Meeting Agenda

December 9, 2011

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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: Work Session – Monday, December 12, 2011 – 5:30 p.m.

Regular Meeting – Monday, December 12, 2011 – 7:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School – 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa

Work Session – 5:30 p.m.
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	Board Goals	Discussion
Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A.
3.	FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A. We will recognize Patricia “Grandma Pat” and Larry Thesier for giving of their time and finances to improve the lives of our 1st graders.
4.	CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
	A. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on November 14, 2011 and of the Special Meeting and Work Session held on November 28, 2011.	Motion 4.A.
*I am seeking approval of the minutes.*
	B. Approval of agenda	Motion 4.B.
*I am seeking approval of the agenda.*

C. Approval of Board Policies – Second Readings	Motion 4.C.
Second Readings:
POLICY # POLICY NAME 300 Statement of Guiding Principles for Administration 301 Superintendent of Schools 301.1 Superintendent of Schools – Qualifications 301.2 Superintendent of Schools – Appointment, Contract and Contract Nonrenewal 301.3 Superintendent of School – Functions 301.4 Superintendent Evaluation 301.5 Superintendent Civic Activities 302 Building Principals 302.1 Building Principals - Qualifications 302.2 Building Principals – Appointments 302.3 Building Principals – Functions 302.4 Building Principals – Evaluation 303 Assistants to the Principals 303.1 Assistant to the Principal – Position 303.2 Assistants to the Principals – Qualifications 303.3 Assistants to the Principals – Appointment 303.4 Assistants to the Principals – Evaluation 304 Other Administrative Personnel 304.1 Other Administrative Personnel – Positions 304.2 Other Administrative Personnel - Qualifications 304.3 Other Administrative Personnel – Appointment 304.4 Other Administrative Personnel – Functions 304.5 Other Administrative Personnel – Evaluation 305 Administrative Cabinet 306 Administrative Organization Plan 306.1 Administrative Team 306.2 Administrative Structure 306.3 Management‟s Negotiating/Meet & Confer Team(s) 307 Administrative Personnel Employment 307.1 Administrative Personnel Employment – Individual Contracts 308 Communication Channels
*I am seeking approval of the above policies’ second readings.*
D. Approval of Board Policies – First Readings	Motion 4.D.
POLICY # POLICY NAME 400 Statement of Guiding Principles for Staff Personnel 401 Licensed Personnel Employment 401.1 Definition of Licensed Personnel 401.2 Selection of Licensed Personnel 401.3 Licensure Requirements 401.4 Contracts of Licensed Personnel 401.5 Evaluation of Licensed Personnel 401.6 Resignation of Licensed Personnel 402 Licensed Personnel Additional Considerations 402.1 Tutoring by Licensed Personnel 402.2 Substitutes for Licensed Personnel 402.3 Student Teachers 403 Classified Personnel Employment 403.1 Definition of Classified Personnel 403.2 Selection of Classified Personnel 403.3 Evaluation of Classified Personnel 403.4 Resignation of Classified Personnel
*I am seeking approval of the above policies’ first readings.*

E. NEW HIRES

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Jennifer Brammer	Substitute Bus Associate	$10.43 per hour
Richard Manley	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hr – 2 hr. min.
Melissa Rehn	Alternative High School Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour
Ben Wiese	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hr – 2 hr min.
David Young	Mail Route	$14.53 per hr – 2 hr min.
Sam Segnar	Authorized Substitute	$103 per day
William Putnam	Authorized Substitute	$103 per day
Denise Williams	Authorized Substitute	$103 per day
Michael Schmidt	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Cady Thygesen	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Carolyn Travis	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Mary Howery	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Nicholas Greiner	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Bryant Rasmussen	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Jackie Johnson	Substitute Driver and Bus Associate	$14.53 per hour / $10.43

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS
NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Elizabeth Garrison	Substitute Bus Associate	November 22, 2011
Kara Huisman	Head Volleyball Coach	November 14, 2011
William Magnuson	High School Guidance Counselor & Assist Football Coach	End of 2011-2012 SY
Darcy Schwenk	Cook	December 6, 2011
Carol Vinton	Mail Route	November 14, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s). Mr. Magnuson will be retiring and is requesting the leave incentive. All coaching positions are contingent upon finding a suitable replacement.

G. OPEN ENROLLMENTS
STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Dylan R.	Glenwood	11/16/2011

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment application.

H. Approval of Financial Reports	Motion 4.H.
1. Approval of Bills – Director Staiert will have reviewed the bills
2. Vendor Report
3. Board Report

I. Fundraising Requests
GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
West K-Kids	Yearbook Sales	Purchase Books for Guided Reading	$250-$800	02/2012-05/2012
West K-Kids	The NED Show	Motivational Assembly	$0	04/05-4/11/2012
Boys & Girls BB	Pink Out	Raise money for Breast Cancer awareness	$300	12/20/2011

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel	Motion 4.J.
None
*I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.*

K. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Fierce Conversations	K. Newman& S. Arkfeld	01/17-18/2012	Johnston, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

L. Grant Requests
NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Mills County	Purchase of sensors that measure changes in O2 & CO2	$730

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board
C. Presentations – PLC Presentation from K-12 Level II & III teachers
Budget Presentation – Devin Embray & Shirley Lundgren
6. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
5. Building Bridges Learning Center
B. Activities Director Report
C. Kid‟s Place Director‟s Report
D. Technology Report
E. Food Service Report
F. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
G. Print Shop
H. School Improvement Report
7. OLD BUSINESS
None
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Leave Incentive Options	Discussion
B. Approval of Spiral Communications Service Agreement Motion 8.B.
I am requesting approval of the service agreement with Spiral Communications. We have always had a contract with an outside vendor to assist us with technology issues. We have terminated previous vendor contract with Core Technologies and have engaged to have services with Spiral Communications
C. Approval of Drop Out Modified Allowable Growth Preliminary Funding Motion
I am requesting approval of the Drop Out Modified Allowable Growth Preliminary Funding for the 2012-2013 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 2013.
D. Approval of Contract for Security Camera Upgrade at West Elementary
I am requesting approval of the Contract for the security camera upgrade at West Elementary. We had three vendor bids and I am seeking approval for the lowest responsible quote which is from Communication Innovators.
E. Approval of Board Goals	Motion
*I am requesting approval of the Board Goals for the 2011-2012 school year.*

	F. Approval of Contract for Services from Alpha School	Motion 8.F.
*I am requesting approval of a Contract for Services from Alpha School for special education services for the remainder of the 2011-2012 school year.*
	G. IASB Board of Directors	Motion 8.G.
I am requesting discussion and then a motion for the person the Board would like to see fill a one year term on the IASB Board of Directors. Pete Franks from East Mills Community Schools and Bill Grove from the Council Bluffs Community Schools were both nominated at the Delegate Assembly on November 16 for a one- year term commencing January 2012.
	H. Revenue Purpose Statement	Motion 8.H
I am requesting a Resolution approving Revenue Purpose Statement and Ordering an Election on a Revenue Purpose Statement to Authorize Expenditures from the State Secure an Advanced Vision for Education Fund to be held in February 2012.
9.	ADJOURNMENT	Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session – Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).
UPCOMING MEETINGS – December 26, 2011 – Board Work Session January 9, 2012 – Regular Board Meeting - Glenwood Comm. High School – 7:00 p.m. January 23, 2012 – Board Work Session – 103 Central, 3rd Floor

February 13, 2012 Public Hearing and Board Meeting Agenda

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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: Public Hearing – Monday, February 13, 2012 – 6:45 p.m. Regular Meeting – Monday, February 13, 2012 – 7:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School – 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa

Public Hearing – 6:45 p.m.
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	B. Public Hearing on 2012-2013 Proposed School Calendar	Discussion
Regular 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 of the Work Session held on January 4, 2012, the Work Session held on January 9, 2012, the Regular Meeting held January 9, 2012, the Special Meeting and Work Session held on January 23, 2012, and the Super Board Meeting held on January 31, 2012.	Motion 4.A.
*I am seeking approval of the minutes.*
	B. Approval of agenda	Motion 4.B.
*I am seeking approval of the agenda.*

C. Approval of Board Policies – Second Readings	Motion 4.C.
Second Readings:
POLICY # POLICY NAME 404 Staff Personnel Leave 404.1 Staff Personnel Family and Medical Leave 404.1R Family and Medical Leave Regulations 404.1D Family and Medical Leave Definitions 404.1N Family and Medical Leave Notice 404.1RF Family and Medical Leave Request Form 405 Staff Personnel Reporting 405.1 Child Abuse Reporting 405.1R Child Abuse Reporting Regulations 405.2 Allegations of Abuse of Students by School Employees 405.2R Allegations of Abuse of Students by School Employees – Regulations 405.3 Staff Personnel Complaints 702.3 Student School Transportation for Extracurricular Activities 803.1 Purchasing and Bidding 803.1E1 Checklist for Project Consideration 803.1E2 Purchasing and Bidding Flowchart 803.1R1 Process for Competitively Bidding Projects Costing Over $125,000 805.8 Debt Management Policy
*I am seeking approval of the above policies’ second readings.*

D. Approval of Board Policies – First Readings	Motion 4.D.
POLICY # POLICY NAME 406 Staff Personnel Health and Safety 406.1 Health and Safety 406.2 Universal Precautions 406.3 Substance-Free Workplace 406.4 Use of Tobacco products by Employees 406.5 Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles 406.5R Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles Regulations 407 Staff Personnel Use of District Property 407.1 Staff Personnel Use of District Credit Cards 407.2 Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones 407.2AF Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones Acceptance Form 408 Staff Personnel Conflicts of Interest 408.1 Staff Personnel Conflicts of Interest 408.2 Nepotism 408.3 Gifts to Staff Personnel 408.4 Political Activities of Staff Personnel 409 Staff Personnel Records 409.1 Staff Personnel Records 409.1R Staff Personnel Records Regulations 500.10R Student Attendance Regulations 500.16 Truancy 500.16R1 Truancy Regulations 500.16E1 Letter to Parent/Guardian(s) Regarding Attendance
*I am seeking approval of the above policies’ first readings.*

E. NEW HIRES

Motion 4.E.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Casey Borcyk	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Judy Isadore	Substitute Associate (Print Shop)	$9.29 per hour
Dana Jewett	Admin Assistant to the Director of Finance - Payroll	$13.25 per hour
Alison Neal	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
A.J. Pruiss	Assistant Boys Soccer Coach	$3,080.00
Ethan Watkins	Substitute Bus Associate	$10.43 per hour

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS

Motion 4.F.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Beverly Bare – Retirement	Special Education Teacher Associate	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
ErnestLee Brent – Retirement	Special Education Teacher Associate	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Terri Cashatt	Substitute Bus Associate	December 7, 2011
Dan Dosen	High School Art Teacher	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Nancy Dashner – Retirement	Technology	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Lynnette Dunn – Retirement	Special Education Teacher	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Kelsey Henze	Middle School English Teacher	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Barbara Jones – Retirement	Bus Associate / Print Shop Associate	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Rita Narron – Retirement	Bus Driver	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Sharon Reid - Retirement	Special Education Teacher	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Rebecca Petty – Retirement	Middle School Vocal Music	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Andrew Schoening	Tech Assistant / Video Board	January 17, 2012
Mark Starner	Assistant High School Football Coach	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Jedd Taylor	Assistant High School Football Coach	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Carol Tedder – Retirement	Kindergarten Teacher	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s). The employees designated as retiring are also requesting the leave incentive. The coaching positions are contingent upon finding suitable replacements.

G. Open Enrollments
STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Savannah B.	Glenwood – Change in District of Residence	January 9, 2012
Kiley C.	Glenwood – Change in District of Residence	February 8, 2012
Benjamin H.	Glenwood – Change in District of Residence	January 26, 2012
Jessica M.	Lewis Central – Change in District of Residence	January 10, 2012
Brodie S. ( 2012-2013)	Glenwood – Kindergarten Student	January 30, 2012

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment applications for Savannah B., Kiley C., Jessica M., and Brodie S. Due to being unable to provide the appropriate program for Benjamin H., I am requesting we deny this application.

H. Approval of Financial Reports	Motion 4.H.
1. Approval of Bills – Director Clark will have reviewed the bills
2. Vendor Report
3. Board Report

I. Fundraising Requests

Motion 4.I.

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Girls Basketball	Tshirt Sales	Awards, Plaques, Gameballs	$500	2/21/2012
Key Club	March Madness Dance	Make-A-Wish Iowa Foundation	$700	3/30/2012
Builders Club	March Madness Dance	Activity Night and American Heart Donation	$1,200	3/9/2012
FFA	Community Breakfast	Give back to the community	$0	2/25/2012
MS Student Council	Concession Stand	Common Area Furniture	$300	2/24/2012
Reach/SADD	Tip Night Pizza Ranch	Adopt a Troop/Speaker at HS	$1,000	3/5/2102
Marketing Class	Tshirt Sales	Furniture; Bleachers; Big Screen; Shades	$500	3/16/2012
Marketing Class	Merchandise Raffle	Library Needs; Bleachers	$350	3/16/2012
Marketing Class	50/50 Raffle	Library Needs; Bleachers	$400	3/16/2012
Marketing Class	Ticket Sales - Lancers	Televisions & Monitors	$1,500	3/16/2012
Marketing Class	Advertising Sales	Library Needs; Bleachers	$2,000	3/16/2012

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel	Motion 4.J.
ACTIVITY DATE DESTINATION REQUESTED BY Lewis & Clark Museum 3/21/2012 Nebraska City, NE Lynnette Dunn & Students Math Olympiad Contest 3/15/2012 Maryville, MO Lori Carter/Craig Trager & Students
*I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.*

K. Overnight Stay Requests

Motion 4.K.

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
State Leadership Conference	Janis Moore/FCCLA members	3/25-27/2012	Des Moines, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Mills County Community Foundation	Supplies and equipment to update two rooms and to meet safety standards and a Sheltering Kit to be a part of Kid’s Place emergency response plan.	$1,200

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board
C. Presentations
6. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
5. Building Bridges Learning Center
B. Activities Director Report
C. Kid’s Place Director’s Report
D. Technology Report
E. Food Service Report
F. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
G. Print Shop
H. School Improvement Report

7. OLD BUSINESS
None
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Presentation and Approval of Fiscal Year 2011 Audit Motion 8.A.
*A representative of Nolte, Cornman and Johnson will be here to present the Fiscal Year 2011 Audit. After the presentation I will seek approval of the Fiscal Year 2011 Audit.*
B. Approval of Approximately $9,000,000 General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2012
*Approval* of consideration of sealed bids opened and reviewed by the Superintendent of Schools, Secretary of the Board, and the Financial Advisor, as well as approval of a Resolution Directing the Sale of approximately $9,000,000 in General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2012.
C. Approval to terminate Wells Fargo as the District's Paying Agent	Motion 8.C.
*I am seeking approval to terminate Wells Fargo as the District’s Paying Agent*
D. Approval to hire Bankers Trust as the District's Paying Agent	Motion 8.D.
*I am seeking approval to hire Bankers Trust as the District’s Paying Agent.*
E. Approval of Budget Guarantee Resolution Motion 8.E.
I am seeking approval of the following resolution: RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors of Glenwood Community School District will levy property tax for fiscal year 2012-2013 for the regular program budget adjustment as allowed under Section 257.14, Code of Iowa.
F. Approval of 2012-2013 Proposed School Calendar	Motion 8.F.

*I am seeking approval of the 2012-2013 Proposed School Calendar as presented.*
	G. Approval of Practicum/Student Teaching Clinical Agreement with Kaplan Univ.	Motion 8.G.
*I am seeking approval of the Practicum/Student Teaching Clinical Agreement with Kaplan University for placement of practicum and student teaching students.*
	H. Approval of Student Teaching Agreement with Northwest Missouri State Univ.	Motion 8.H.
*I am seeking approval of the Student Teaching Agreement with Northwest Missouri State University for the Fall 2012 Semester.*
	I. Approval of Agreement with Distributed Website Corporation for Activity Scheduler.	Motion 8.I.
*I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Distributed Website Corporation for rSchoolToday Activity Scheduler.*
	J. Approval of Application for Renewal of Cooperative Program Agreement	Motion 8.J.
*I am seeking approval of the Renewal of Cooperative Program Agreement with Lewis Central, Atlantic and Red Oak for Boys Swimming at Lewis Central.*
	K. Approval of Board Goals	Motion 8.K.
*I am seeking approval of the Board Goals.*
9.	ADJOURNMENT	Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session –Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).
UPCOMING MEETINGS – Work Session/Special Meeting – February 27, 2012 / Regular Meeting, March 12, 2012

January 16, 2012 Town Hall Meeting Agenda

January 13, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		Dave Blum – At-Large ‘13
From:	Devin Embray, Superintendent	Henry Clark – At-Large ‘13
		Ann Staiert – At-Large ‘11
		Craig Patzer – At-Large ‘11
		Theresa Romens – At-Large ‘11

Re: Town Hall Meeting regarding the Revenue Purpose Statement

Monday, January 16 – 7:00 p.m. – Glenwood Comm. High School Auditorium – 504 E. Sharp St.

Informational Meeting regarding the Revenue Purpose Statement

January 23, 2012 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

January 20, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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 Meeting and Work Session – Monday, January 23, 2012 – 6:30 p.m.

Glenwood Community School District Boardroom - 103 Central, Third Floor

Special Meeting – 6:30 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. Call to Order
NEW BUSINESS

A. Out of State Travel

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
Drum Line Evaluation	1/28/2012	Firth, NE	Pete Jacobus/HS Band
AHR Expo	1/23-25/2012	Chicago, IL	Steve Houser
Homestead National Monument/National Archives	1/27/2012	Beatrice, NE	Jedd Taylor/Russell Crouch

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

B. Overnight Stay Requests

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
SAI Executive Leadership	Devin Embray	1/29-30/2012	Des Moines, Iowa
Shrine Coaches meeting	Brian Albert	1/11-12/2012	Ames, Iowa
Baseball Clinic	Brett Elam/Kurt Kaufman	1/20-22/2012	Cedar Rapids, Iowa
AHR Expo	Steve Houser	1/23-25/2012	Chicago, IL
Youth Adult Partnership Training	Kerry Newman, Scott Arkfeld	1/25-26/2012	Ames, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

	C. Approval of Bond Official Statement and Direct the Publication of Bond Statement	Motion 2.C.
	*I am seeking approval of the Resolution fixing the date of sale of approximately* *$9,000,000 General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2012, approving electronic bidding procedures, and approving the official statement.*
	D. Approval of First Reading of Board Policy 805.8 – Debt Management	Motion 2.D.
	*I am seeking approval of the first reading of Board Policy 805.8 – Debt Management. This is a new policy.*
1.	Work Session Board Goals	Discussion
2.	Adjournment	Motion
	NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session –Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).

January 31, 2012 Super Board Meeting Agenda

January 30, 2012

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

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: Meeting with City Council and County Supervisors – Tuesday, January 31, 2012

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – High School Media Center – 504 East Sharp Street

Moderator: Mark Ford

Each group will be asked to report on:

What the group has accomplished / put into place in the last 6 months
What the group is presently working on
Long Range Plans for next 6 months to one year

6:00- 6:15 p.m. Welcome and Introductions Ice breaker / Mixer

6:15 - 6:30 p.m. School Board report

6:30 - 6:45 p.m. City Council report

6:45 - 7:00 p.m. County Supervisors report

7:00 - 7:15 p.m. How can we support each other’s efforts and work together? What is the vision to move our community forward?

7:15 - 7:30 p.m. Final thoughts and/or comments of individuals Set date for next quarterly meeting

Thank you and wrap-up

January 4, 2012 Work Session Agenda

January 3, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		Dave Blum – At-Large ‘13
From:	Devin Embray, Superintendent	Henry Clark – At-Large ‘13
		Ann Staiert – At-Large ‘11
		Craig Patzer – At-Large ‘11
		Theresa Romens – At-Large ‘11

Re: Work Session – Wednesday, January 4, 2012, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., 103 Central, Third Floor

Work Session
1.	Discussion regarding Board Goals	6:00 p.m.
2.	Discussion regarding Bonds	7:30 p.m.
3.	Discussion regarding Revenue Purpose Statement Timeline	7:45 p.m.
4.	Adjournment	Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session – Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).

January 5, 2012 Exchange of Proposals Agenda

January 4, 2012

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

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: Working agenda for the Exchange of Initial Bargaining Proposals between the Glenwood Board of Education and the Glenwood Education Association on Thursday, January 5, 2012, 4:30 p.m., High School Media Center

1.	GLENWOOD EDUCATION ASSOCIATION	4:30 p.m.
A. Initial Bargaining Proposal to the Glenwood Board of Education
2.	GLENWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION
A. Initial Bargaining Proposal to the Glenwood Education Association

January 9, 2012 Work Session and Board Meeting Agenda

January 6, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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: Work Session – Monday, January 9, 2012 – 5:30 p.m.

Regular Meeting – Monday, January 9, 2012 – 7:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School – 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa

Work Session – 5:30 p.m.
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	B. Leave Incentive	Discussion
*Margo Young will speak on behalf of the Glenwood Education Association*
Regular 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 of the Regular Meeting held on December 12, 2011	Motion 4.A.
*I am seeking approval of the minutes.*
	B. Approval of agenda	Motion 4.B.
*I am seeking approval of the agenda.*

C. Approval of Board Policies - Second Readings

	POLICY #	POLICY NAME
1.	400	Statement of Guiding Principles for Staff Personnel
2.	401	Licensed Personnel Employment
3.	401.1	Definition of Licensed Personnel
4.	401.2	Selection of Licensed Personnel – Pulled from Second Reading – See Action Item 8F
5.	401.3	Licensure Requirements
6.	401.4	Contracts of Licensed Personnel
7.	401.5	Evaluation of Licensed Personnel
8.	401.6	Resignation of Licensed Personnel
9.	402	Licensed Personnel Additional Considerations
10.	402.1	Tutoring by Licensed Personnel
11.	402.2	Substitutes for Licensed Personnel
12.	402.3	Student Teachers
13.	403	Classified Personnel Employment
14.	403.1	Definition of Classified Personnel
15.	403.2	Selection of Classified Personnel
16.	403.3	Evaluation of Classified Personnel
17.	403.4	Resignation of Classified Personnel

D. Approval of Board Policies – First Readings

Motion 4.D.

POLICY # POLICY NAME

404 Staff Personnel Leave
404.1 Staff Personnel Family and Medical Leave
404.1R Family and Medical Leave Regulations
404.1D Family and Medical Leave Definitions
404.1N Family and Medical Leave Notice
404.1RF Family and Medical Leave Request Form
405 Staff personnel Reporting
405.1 Child Abuse Reporting
405.1R Child Abuse Reporting Regulations
405.2 Allegations of Abuse of Students by School Employees
405.2R Allegations of Abuse of Students by School Employees – Regulations
405.3 Staff Personnel Complaints
702.3 Student School Transportation for Extracurricular Activities
803.1 Purchasing and Bidding
803.1E1 Checklist for Project Consideration
803.1E2 Purchasing and Bidding Flowchart
803.1R1 Process for Competitively Bidding Projects Costing Over $125,000

I am seeking approval of the above policies’ first readings.

E. NEW HIRES

Motion 4.E.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Bonita Stephens-Proctor	Substitute Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour
Tabitha Chase	Substitute Food Service Worker	$8.58 per hour
Susan Coe	Substitute Food Service Worker	$8.58 per hour

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS

Motion 4.F.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Bryant Rasmussen	Substitute Teacher	December 21, 2011
Twyla Lavery	Substitute Food Service	December 19, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s).

OPEN ENROLLMENTS Motion 4.G

STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Kilye J.	Glenwood	December 21, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment application.

H. Approval of Financial Reports Motion 4.H.

1. Approval of Bills – Director Blum will have reviewed the bills

2. Vendor Report

3. Board Report

Fundraising Requests Motion 4.I.

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Builders Club	MS Dance	Love Tree and organization shirts	$700-$800	01/27/2012
HS Student Council	Selling coffee/hot choc.	Opportunities for other fundraiser groups	$500	01/11-12/2012
MS Student Council	Candy Grams	Common Area Furniture	$200	02/9-14/2012
MS Student Council	Mr. & Ms. Middle School	Common Area Furniture	$100	01/23-27/12
HS Student Council	Selling coffee/hot choc.	Opportunities for other fundraiser groups	$200	02/01-28/12
HS Student Council	Selling coffee/hot choc.	Opportunities for other fundraiser groups	$200	03/01-31/12

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel Motion 4.J.

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
None

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

K. Overnight Stay Requests Motion 4.K.

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Fierce Conversations	Kerry Newman & Scott Arkfeld	01/17-18/2012	Johnston, Iowa
Honor Band	Pete Jacobus & Students	02/03-04/2012	Ames, Iowa
ISFLC Conference	Shirley Lundgren & Devin Embray	02/14-15/2012	Des Moines, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

L. Grant Requests Motion 4.L.

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
None

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

A. Comments from Public

B. Comments from Board

C. Presentations – PLC Presentation from Middle School

6. REPORTS

Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
5. Building Bridges Learning Center
Activities Director Report
Kid’s Place Director’s Report
Technology Report
Food Service Report
Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
Print Shop
School Improvement Report

7.	OLD BUSINESS
None
8.	NEW BUSINESS
	A. Approval of Leave Incentive Option	Discussion /Motion
*After* *discussion* *I will seek approval of the Leave Incentive Option*
	B. Approval of Entertainment Agreement with Complete	Motion 8.B.
*I am seeking approval of the Entertainment Agreement with Complete for the DJ and music for Prom, which is scheduled to be held on April 21, 2012.*
	C. Approval of Child Care Provider Agreement with the Nebraska Health and Human Services System	Motion 8.C.
*I am seeking approval of the Child Care Provider Agreement with the Nebraska Health and Human Services System for child care services provided by Kid’s Place*
	D. Refinancing High School Bonds for Cost Savings	Motion
*In order to refinance the high school general obligation bonds the Board needs to direct the Business Manager to solicit the school district’s credit rating from Moody’s.*
	E. Approval of Financial Service Agreement with Piper Jaffray	Motion 8.E.
*I am seeking approval of the Financial Service Agreement with Piper Jaffray to be our Financial Services Provider in refinancing the high school general obligation bonds.*
	F. Approval of Board Policy 401.2 – Second Reading	Discussion/Motion
*I am seeking discussion of Board Policy 401.2 – Selection of Licensed Personnel*
*Following* *discussion I will seek approval of the second reading of Board Policy 401.2.*
	G. Approval of Mid-Term Graduates	Motion 8.G.
*I am seeking approval of the Mid-Term Graduates pending completion of all requirements.*
9.	ADJOURNMENT	Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session – Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).
UPCOMING MEETINGS – January 23, 2012 – Board Work Session & Special Meeting – 103 Central, 3rd Floor February 13, 2012 – Regular Board Meeting – High School Media Center – 504 E. Sharp St.

July 11, 2011 Board Meeting Agenda

July 8, 2011

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

Dave Blum - At-Large '13

Henery Clark - At-Large '13

From: Devin Embray, Superintendent Vacancy - At-Large '13

Linda Young - At-Large '11

Theresa Romens - At-Large '11

Re: Regular Meeting on Monday, July 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Media Center at the

Glenwood Community High School, 504 East Sharp Street.

Regular Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. Call to order

SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
1. We will recognize Terry Marlow for his work with the Summer Food Service Program.

FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
1. Approval of Minutes of the Special Meeting held on June 13, 2011, the Regular Meeting held on June 13, 2011 and the Special Meeting held on June 28, 2011.

I am seeking approval of the minutes.

B. Approval of agenda

I am seeking approval of the agenda.

C. Approva l of Board Policies - Second Readings

Second Readings:

	POLICY #	POLICY NAM E
1.	804.8	GASB 54 Fund Balance Reporting

I am seeking approval of the above policies' second readings.

D. Approval of Board Policies - First Readings

	POLICY #	POLICY NAME
l.	Series 100	Educational Philosophy - Series 100 Index
2.	100	Legal Status of School District
3.	101	Educational Philosophy - No Change
4.	102	Goals and Objectives of the Education Program - No Change
5.	103	Educational and Operational Planning and Needs Assessment - No Change
6.	104	Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non Harassment, Non Retaliation.
7.	104 .1	Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non Harassment, Non Retaliation.
8.	104.1 N	Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non Harassment, Non Retaliation Notice
9.	104.1P	Grievance Procedures
10.	104.1FF	Grievance FIling Form
11.	104.1DF	Grievance Documentation Form
12.	105	Operating Principals - Board of Education and Superintendent
13.	106	Operating Principals - Adminstration and Staff
14.	505.4	Graduation Requirements
15.	803.1	Purchasing Procedures
1 6.	803.1E2	Purchasing and Bidding Flowchard
17.	1003.3	Fees for Use of School Facilities
1 8.	1003.3E2	GHS Auditorium Facility Usage Request

I am seeking the approval of the above policies' first readings.

NEW HIRES Motion 4.E.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Brad Asche	Head High School Wrestling	$4,620
Robin Hundt	Assist Cheerleading Sponsor (Head & Assist splitting total allotted)	$2,200
Tom Berke	Head Middle School Boys Basketball	$2,420
Earl Schenck	Head Middle School Football (8th Grade)	$2,420
Ryan Koch	Assist High School Boys Basketball	$3,080
Caitlin McIntosh	Assist Middle School Volleyball (7th Grade)	$1,760
Earl Schenck	Head Middle School Wrestling	$2,420
Nancy Heitman	Bus Associate	$10.43 per hour
Alyssa Rogge	Assist HS Girls Track	$3,080
Shane Keeling	High School Special Education Behavior Disorders	TBD
Shane Keeling	Head High School Boys Soccer	$4,620
Sara Alswager	Elementary Music Teacher (.65 FTE)	TBD
Mallory Chambers-White	6th Grade Special Education Level I	$34,242.39 (Includes TSS)
Patricia Reeves	Custodian	$9.93 per hour
Ethan Johnson	Substiture Bus Driver	$14.53 per hour (2 hr. min.)
Kyle Peterson	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hour (2 hr. min.)
Lona Donnell	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hour (2 hr. min.)

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS

NAME	ASS IGNM ENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Lorie Wilcoxson	Teacher Associate	June 27, 2011
Adam Buthe	Head Middle School Wrestling	June 23, 2011
Adam Buthe	Assist Middle School Football (7th Grade)	June 23, 2011
Ardeth McLaughlin	Substitute Food Service	July 5, 201

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s).

OPEN ENROLLMENTS Motion 4.G.

STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Michael W.	Glenwood	June 23, 2011
Nevyn C.	Glenwood	July 6, 2011

I recommend the Board deny the open enrollment applicatoin for Michael W. due to the fact that it was filed after the March 1, 2011 deadline, and does not qualify for Good Cause.

I am seeking approval for the open enrollment application for Nevyn C. This application is due to a change in district of residence.

Approval of Financial Reports
1. Approval of Bills - Director Young will have reviewed the bills
2. Vendor Report
3. Board Report
Fundraising Requests

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Boys Basketball Girls Volleyball	Ragbrai	Equipment and Uniforms	$2,000	7/23/2011
Cheerleaders	Homecoming Painting	Winter competition fees	$400-600	Sept 2-30, 2011
Dance Team	Car washes/Food Sales	State competition fees and dance camp	$300	7/16/2011
Dance Team	Car wash	State competition fees and dance camp	$200	8/20/2011
Flags Color Guard	Ragbrai	Poles, Silk, Uniforms, Jackets, Shirts	$200	7/23/2011
Girls Basketball	Booster Club Dinner	Practice jerseys, basketballs	$700	7/23/2011
Cheerleaders	Ragbrai- Manage Showers	Competition Fees and Uniforms	NA	7/23/2011
Athletics	Selling Ice	Equipment for athletics	$1,000	7/23/2011
Boys XC Boys Track	Chicken Dinner	Warm Ups, state expenses, clinics, food, shirts, awards, tops, shorts, hurdles	$5,800	9/25/2011
Dance Team	Raffle	State Competition and in house camp	$600	08/09 to 10/15, 2011
Cheerleaders	Bake Sale	State expenses and uniforms	$50-200	7/23/2011
Cheerleaders	Bake Sale	State expenses and uniforms	$50-200	8/19/2011
Cheerleaders	Bake Sale	State ex penses and uniforms	$50-200	8/20/2011
Dance Team	Chili Cook Off	State Competition and in house camp	$600	10/15/2011
Cheerleaders	Bake Sale	State expenses and uniforms	$50- 200	9/17/2011
Boys XC	Camp	T-Shirts, Ice Cream, XC Course Main.	$0	June-Aug 2011
Girls XC	Running Club/Camp	T-Shirts	$180	June 1-Aug 4, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
FFA National Convention	10/18-22/2011	Indianapolis, IN	Jessica Miller/FFA members

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

K. Overnight Stay Requests

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
SAI Conference	Joe Giangreco	8/2 - 4/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
SAI Conference	Joan Crowl	8/2 - 4/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
State Education Summit	Kevin Farmer	7/25 - 26/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
State Education Summit	Joan Crowl	7/25-26/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
FFA National Convention	Jessica Miller & FFA members	10/18-22/2011	Indianapolis, IN
SAI Conference	Heidi Stanley	8/2 - 4/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
SAI Conference	Kerry Newman	8/2 - 4/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
SAI Conference	Jeff Bissen	8/2 - 4/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
SA Conference	Kevin Farmer	8/2 - 4/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
IASB Fiscal Management Conf.	Shirley Lundgren	7/19-20/11	Ames, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

L. Grant Requests Motion 4. L.

None

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Comments from Public
2. Comments from Board - Update on August 9 Registration
3. Presentations - AYP Presentation

REPORTS
1. Facilities Study

OLD BUSINESS
1. None
NEW BUSINESS
1. Facilities Study - This will be an opportunity to discuss the presentation by DLR
  1. Set Date for Building Site Tour
2. Approval of National School Breakfast/Lunch Program

I am seeking approval of the application renewal to participate in the National School Breakfast/Lunch program. We will include that the district will use the "offer versus serve" plan.

C. Approval of Food Service Agreement with West Central Community Action Glenwood Head Start I & II

I am seeking approval of the Food Service Agreement with West Central Community Action Glenwood Head Start I & II for purchase of meals.

D. Approval of Food Service Agreement with Kid 's Place Daycare

I am seeking approval of the Food Service Agreement with Kid's Place Daycare for purchase of meals.

E. Approval of Food Service Agreement with YMCA

I am seeking approval of the Food Service Agreement with the Mills County YMCA for purchase of meals. Not all details have been worked out at this time. This agenda item could be tabled.

F. Appointment of Board Secretary

I am seeking approval to re-appoint Shirley Lundgren as the District's Board Secretary for the 2011-2012 school year.

G. Appointment of Bank Depositories for 2011-2012

I am seeking approval of a maximum depository limit of $12,000,000 at Glenwood State Bank and a maximum depository limit of $5,200,000 at First National Bank for the 2011-2012 school year

H. Appoi ntment of Level I Investiga tors

I am seeking approval of the Level I Investigators for tlte 2011-2012 school year. They are as follows: Northeast Elementary - Kevin Farmer; West Elementary - Joan Crowl; Middle School -Kerry Newman; 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 buildings.

I. Appoi nt ment 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 2011-2012 school year.

J. Approval of Revised 2011-2012 School Calendar

I am seeking approval of a revised 2011-2012 School Calendar. After board approval in March, it was discovered that there were two Wednesday professional development days that would need to be removed - February 22 and April 11. In reviewing the calendar it was also discovered that the end of tlte 4th Quarter should be Tuesday, May 22, 2012 instead of Monday, May 21.

K. Approva l of Staff Hand books for 2011-2012

I am seeking approval of the staff handbooks for the 2011-2012 school year.

L. Appointment of Interim Board Member

After discussion, I will seek approval of the Board's choice as the interim board member who will fill the vacancy created when David Warren resigned.

M. Approval of Superintendent Contract

I am seeking approval of the Superintendent contract for 2011-2012, which includes a $200 increase on salary and a $1,300 increase in benefits. The contract will commence July 1, 2011 and run through June 30, 2014.

N. Legislative Priorities - Please review the enclosed priorities. Final vote in August.

9. ADJOURNMENT

UPCOMING MEETINGS - August 8 - Glenwood Comm . High School, 504 East Sharp Street

June 11, 2012 Board Meeting Agenda

June 8, 2012

To: All School Board Members

From: Devin Embray, Superintendent

Voting Orders:

Dave Blum - At-Large ' 13

Henry Clark - At-Large ' 13

Ann Staiert - At-Large ' 13

Craig Patzer - At-Large ' 15

Theresa Rornens - At-Large ' 15

Re: Regular Meeting - Monday, Ju ne 11, 2012 - 7:00 p.m.

Pacific Junction Methodist Church, Pacific Junction, IA 51561

Regular Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

A. Call to Order

2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION

A. We wil l recognize Kerry Newman for being a State Final ist for Principal of the Year. Congratulation , Kerry!

3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION

A. Kevin Farmer will present a Power Point and recognize three gentlemen who contributed their time and knowledge during 6th Grade Science Camp. Those bing recognized are Jared Getter, of the Mills County Conservation Board; Mark Coucher of DNR Fisheries; and Bryan Hayes , also from the DNR.

4 . CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS

A. Approval of Minutes Motion 4.A.

I am seeking approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held May 14, 2012, the Special Meeting and the Super Board Meeting, both held on May 29, 2012.

B. Approval of agenda Motion 4.B.

I am seeking approval of the agenda.

C. Approval of Board Policies - Second Readings

There are no second readings this month

I am seeking approval of the above policies' second readings.

D. Approval of Board Policies - First Readings

There are no first readings this month

I am seeking approval of the above policies' first readings.

E. NEW HIRES Motion 4.E.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Jeff Janssen	Assistant High School Boys Basketball	$3,080.00
Curt Schulte	Head Middle School Football - 7th Grade	$2,420.00
Kristine Wilson	High School Yearbook (Sharing position with Belinda Bessey)	$1 ,430.00
Kristine Wilson	Rambler Newspaper	$1,100.00
Marcella Dunn	6, 7, 8th Grade Vocal Music Programs	$660.00
Sarah Hardcastle	Child Care Associate at Kid 's Place	$7.25 per hour
Samantha Mallow	Child Care Associate at Kid 's Place	$8.23 per hour
Shelby Oliphant	Child Care Associate at Kid 's Place	$7.25 per hour
Sophia Ringsdorf	Assistant Softball	$2,515.17
Jennifer Brammer	Bus Associate (formerly substitute bus associate)	$10.43 per hour
Lauren Snyder	First Grade Teacher	$36,642.39 (Includes TSS)
Larry (Matt) Malskeit	Second Grade Teacher	$45, 192.39 (Incl udes TSS)
Steven Cook.	4th Grade Special Education	$36,642.39 (I ncludes TSS)
Christopher Visser	High School Math	$42,702 .39 (l ncludes TSS)
Christopher Visser	Assistant High School Football	$3,080.00
Brent Douma	Assistant Middle School Football	$1,760.00
Gordon Woodrow	Auditorium Sponsor	$3,300.00
Adam Buthe	Assistant High School Football	$3,080.00
Brad Asche	Assistant High School Football	$3,080.00
Rebecca Griffin	Transitional Kindergarten Teacher	$36,642.39 (In cludes TSS)
Carla Wiese	Northeast Media Associate	$8.29 per hour
Teresa Barker	West Media Associate	$8.29 per hour

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. Transfers

N AME	ASSIGN MENT	SALARY
Cory Faust	From High School Math to High School PE	$47,752 .39 ($44,242.39 was approved in May but was incorrect)
Brian Albert	From Hi gh School PE to Middle School PE and Comput ers

I am seeking approval of the above transfers within the district.

G . RESlGNATlONS Motion 4 .G.

NAME	ASS I GN MENT	EFFECTI V E DATE
Devon Monson	9th Grade Large Group Speech	End of 2011-2012 SY
Curt Schulte	Assistant Middle School Football - 7th Grade	End of 2011-2012 SY
Dan Jones	Assistant Middle School Footbal l - 81n Grade	End of 2011-2012 SY
Belinda Bessey	Talent Show	End of 2011-2012 SY
Belinda Bessey	Rambler Newspaper	End of 2011-2012 SY
Alison Neal	Substitute Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY
Kim Dennin g	Resource Teacher for Behavior Disorders	End of 2011-2012 SY
Lavonne Renshaw	Substitute Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY
Cady Thygesen	Substitute Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY
Elizabeth Wanning	Teacher Associate	End of 2011-2012 SY
Danielle Welcher	Teacher Associate	End of 2011-2012 SY
Kara Huisman	3rd Grade Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY
Bob McAleer	Substitute Bus Driver	End of 2011-2012 SY

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s).

The coaching/sponsorship positions are contingent upon finding suitable replacements

H. TERMINATIONS Motion 4.H.

None

I am seeking approval of the above termination.

I. Open Enrollments

STUDENT NA.lvt:E	R ECEI VING D I STRI CT	DATE RECEIV ED
Therron H .	Glemrnod - Kindernanen Student	05/ 1 8/20 12
Grace L.	Glenwood - Good Cause	05/18/20 12

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment applications for Therron H. and Grace L.

J. Approva l of Financial Repo1ts

1. Approval of Bills - Director Blum wil have reviewed the bills.

2. Vendor Report

3. Board Report

K. Fundraising Requests

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Football	Lift A Thon	Flexbone Association to Teach Offense	$4,500	6/13-07/20/12
NE PE Class	Jump Rope for Hean	Donation to American Heart Assn	NA	09/01-10/31/12
Softball	Salad Luncheon	Rooms for Boone Tournament; bats; equipment	$1,500	6/19/2012
Boys Soccer	Camp	Waverly Shell Rock Invite	$200	6/11/2012
FCCLA	Yard Sale	National Conference	$300	6/23/2012

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers

L. Out of State Travel

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
PLTW	7/8-20/2012	Rolle, Missouri	Kelly Schubauer
Power School University	6/24-28/2012	St. Louis, MO	Jedd Taylor
Power School University	6/24-28/2012	St. Louis, MO	Kim Payne

I am seeking approval of the above out of state trips.

M. Overnight Stay requests

ACTIV ITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTfNAT ION
PLTW Conference	Betsey Maryott	6/17-29/2012	lowa City, Iowa
PLTW Conference	Kelly Schubauer	7/8- 20/2012	Rolle, Missouri
SWH Training	Kevin Farmer	6/18-20/2012	Ames, Iowa
SWH Training	Amie Abbott	6/18-20/2012	Ames, Iowa
SWH Training	Cheryl Cheney	6/18-20/2012	Ames, Iowa
SWH Training	Laurie Weekly	6/18-20/2012	Ames, Iowa
SWH Training	Robin Albert	6/18-20/2012	Ames, Iowa
SWH Training	Janet Presley	6/18-20/2012	Ames, Iowa
Power School University	Jedd Taylor	6/24-28/2012	St. Louis, MO
Managers Update	Terry Marlow	6/12-13/2012	Ames, I owa
Iowa Assoc of Educ Purchasing	Terry Marlow	6/26/2012	Cedar Falls, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

N. Grant Requests Motion 4 .N .

None

I am seeking approval of the above grant requests.

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUN ICATIONS

A. Comments from Public

B. Comments from Board

C. Presentations - Technology Comm ttee Update

REPORTS
1. Building Administrator Reports
  1. High School
  2. Middle School
  3. West Elementary
  4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
  5. Building Bridges Leaming Center
2. Activities Director Report
3. Kid 's Place Director 's Report
4. Technology Report
5. Food Service Report
6. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
7. Print Shop
8. School Improvement Report

7. OLD BUSINESS

None

8. NEW BUSINESS

A . Legislative Resolutions Discussion

B. Approval of Renewal of the Best Care Assistance Program

I am seeking approval to renew the Best Care Assistance Program from the 2012-2013 school year.

C. Approval of Year End Expenditures

I am seeking approval to pay year end expenditures, contingent upon funds.

D. Approval of IAEP Contract for Food Service

I am seeking approval of the contract contingent upon pricing that will be received later in June.

E. Approval of Food Service Agreement with West Central Community Action GIenwood Head Start I & II

I am seeking approval of the Food Service Agreement with West Central Community Action Glenwood Head Start I & II for purchase of meals.

F. Approval of Food Service Agreement with Kid 's Place Daycare Motion 8.F.

I am seeking approval of the Food Service Agreement with Kid's Place Daycare.

G. Approval of Data Compromise Coverage (Identity Theft) Motion 8.G.

EMC Insurance Companies is now offering Data Compromise Coverage for students, staff and board member information. After discussion I will ask for a Motion.

H. Approval of Software Unlimited Inc.'s Web Link Module Motion 8.H .

I am seeking approval of the Web Link Module in the amount of $1,145 along with the annual maintenance fee of $300.

I. Approval of Resolution Motion 8.1.

I am seeking approval of the Resolution Opting Out of Environmentally Preferable Cleaning Products Pursuant to Iowa Code 8A.318(c). The Resolution states that we will not participate in the Environmentally Preferable Cleaning Mandate, but we will use such products when it is financially feasible and in the best interest of students and staff in the district.

J. Approval of SAI's Administrator Mentoring and Induction Program Motion 8.J.

I am seeking approval of SAI's Administrator Mentoring and lnduction Program for Rick Nickerson, the district's new Associate High School Principal.

K. Approval of Revised Cooperative Agreement with University of Northern Iowa Motion 8.K.

I am seeking approval of the revised Cooperative Agreement with the University of Northern Iowa. The primary change is an increase in the cooperative teacher stipend from $200 per full semester student teaching placement to $400 for the full semester payment.

L. Approval of High School Wireless Project Motion 8.L.

I am seeking approvalfor the lowest, reasonable and responsible quote for the High School wireless project

M. Fire Marshal Remodel Project for the Northeast Elementary Classroom Pod Motion 8.M.

I am seeking approval of the remodel project at Northeast Elementary. This motion is to approve the architect's proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost; setting the bid security amount at 5%; advertising to bid and public notice of hearing on plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost. Depending on the bids it may be split over two years.

N. Approval of Revised Proposal(s) for Baseball/Softball Bleachers Motion 8.N.

I am seeking approval of the revised proposal(s) for the BaseballI/Softball Bleachers.

O. Approval of Phase III of the Radio Plan Motion 8.0.

I am seeking approval to move to Phase III of the Radio Plan for our buses, making them FCC compliant with narrow banding.

P. Approval of the Working Draft of the Math Curriculum Motion 8.P.

I am seeking approva of the working draft of the Math Curriculum for the 2012-2013 school year.

Q. Approval of the Working Draft of the Business/Computer Curriculum Motion 8.Q.

I am seeking approval of the working draft of the Business/Computer Curriculum for the 2012-2013 School Year.

R. Approval of the Working Draft of the Fine Arts Curriculum Motion 8.R.

I am seeking approval of the working draft of teh Fine Arts Curriculum for the 2012-2103 school year.

S. Closed Session Motion 8.S.

"I move that we hold a Closed Session as provided in section 21.5(1)(i) of the open meetings law to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose performance is being considered to prevetn needless and irreparable injury to that individual's reputation, as that individual has requested a closed session."

T. Return to Open Session

1. Action on the Superintendent 's evaluation, salary and benefits for 2012-2013

9. ADJOURNMENT Motion

June 29, 2012 Special Meeting Agenda

June 28, 2012

To: All School Board Memebers Voting Orders:

Dave Blum - At-Large '13

From : Devin Embray, Superintendent Henry Clark - At-Large '13

Ann Staiert - At-Large '13

Craig Patzer - At-Large '15

Thresa Romens - At-Large '15

Re: Public Hearing - Friday, June 29, 2012

Special Meeting - Friday, June 29, 2012

103 Central, 3rd Floor Conference Room

Public Hearing - 4:30 p.m.

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

A. Call to Order

2. PUBLIC HEARING

A. Northeast Remodel Project

Special Meeting - 5:00 p.m.

3. Consideration of Action on Consent Items

A. Approval of Agenda

I am seeking the approval of the agenda.

B. Approval of Board Policies - First Readings

	Policy #	Policy Name
1	104.1	Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non-Harassment, Non-Retaliation
2	500.17	Equal Education Opportunity
3	500.18	Equal Educaiton Opportunity Program
4	602.13	Multicultrural/Gender Fair Education
5	604.6	Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer-like Equipment, Computer Network Systems, and the Internet
6	604.7	Laptop Computers and/or Tablet Policy
7	604.7CF	Consent to Student Use of the District's Computers, Computer-like Equipment, Computer Network Systems and Internet Access Consent Form
8	604.7GF	Staff Laptop Computer and/or Tablet Acceptance Form and Consent to Use of the District's Computers, Computer-like Equipment, Computer Network Systems, and Internet Access
9	604.8	Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District's Computers, Computer-Like Equipment, Computer Network Systems, and Internet Access

I am seeking approval of the above policies first readings.

C. NEW HIRES

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Abby Taylor	3rd Grade Teacher	$41,392.39 (Includes TSS)
Paula LaBerge	Resource Room for Behavior Disorders at Northeast Elementary	$47,752.39 (Includes TSS)

I am seeking the approval of the above new hires.

D. Resignations

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Kyle Eckheart	Technology Director	June 29, 2012
Sarah Buschelman	Preschool Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY

I am seeking the approval of the above resignation(s). Ms. Buschelman's resignation is contingent upon finding a suitable replacement, due to teh fact that she has a continuing contract.

E. Overnight Stay Requests

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Biotechnology Educ. Workshop	Jessica Miller	6/11-14/2012	Ames, IA
Softball Tournament	Tim Stanton and Team	6/22-23/2012	Boone, IA
Power School University	Kim Payne	6/24-28/2012	St. Louis, MO
Iowa Reading Conference	Laurie Weekly	6/26-27/2012	Ames, IA
Iowa Reading Conference	Robin Albert	6/26-27/2012	Ames, IA
Iowa Reading Conference	Meg Schroeder	6/26-27/2012	Ames, IA
School Nutrition Conference	Terry Marlow	6/16-20/2012	Dubuque, IA
School Nutrition Conference	Ann Kastrup	6/19-20/2012	Dubuque, IA
Leadership Training Meeting	Terry Marlow	6/27-28/2012	Des Moines, IA

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests.

4. NEW BUSINESS

A. Approval to Award High School Wireless Project

I am seeking approval to award the lowest, responsible, reasonable, competitive quote for the High School Wireless Project to Spiral Communications, in the total amount of $22,524.85.

B. Approval to Award the Northeast Elementary Remodel Project

I am seeking the approval to award the Northeast Elementary Remodel Project to _____________, for the lowest, responsible, reasonable, competitive bid, in the amount of $___________.

C. Approval of School Liaison Agreement

I am seeking approval of the School Liaison Agreement.

5. ADJOURNMENT

UPCOMING MEETINGS: Regular Board Meeting - July 9 - 7:00 p.m. Glenwood High School Media Center

Regular Board Meeting - August 20 - 7:00 p.m. - St. John Lutheran Church - Mineola

Work Session - August 27 - Time TBD - 103 Central, 3rd Floor

March 12, 2012 Board Meeting Agenda

March 9, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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, March 12, 2012 – 7:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School – 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa

Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUC	ATION
A. Girls Basketball, Wrestling, and Swimming
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A.
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes	Motion 4.A.
*I am seeking approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held February 13, 2012, and the Special Meeting/Work Session held on February 27, 2012.*
B. Approval of agenda	Motion 4.B.
*I am seeking approval of the agenda.*
C. Approval of Board Policies Second Readings
Second Readings:
POLICY # POLICY NAME 406 Staff Personnel Health and Safety 406.1 Health and Safety 406.2 Universal Precautions 406.3 Substance-Free Workplace 406.4 Use of Tobacco products by Employees 406.5 Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles 406.5R Drug and Alcohol Testing of Personnel Operating District Vehicles Regulations 407 Staff Personnel Use of District Property 407.1 Staff Personnel Use of District Credit Cards 407.2 Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones 407.2AF Staff Personnel Use of Cell Phones Acceptance Form 408 Staff Personnel Conflicts of Interest 408.1 Staff Personnel Conflicts of Interest 408.2 Nepotism 408.3 Gifts to Staff Personnel 408.4 Political Activities of Staff Personnel 409 Staff Personnel Records 409.1 Staff Personnel Records 409.1R Staff Personnel Records Regulations 500.16 Truancy 500.16R1 Truancy Regulations 500.16E1 Letter to Parent/Guardian(s) Regarding Attendance

I am seeking approval of the above policies’ second readings.

D. Approval of Board Policies – First Readings	Motion 4.D.
POLICY # POLICY NAME 402.2 Substitutes for Licensed Personnel – this came before the Board for second reading in January. We now have revisions we would like considered. 500 Student Enrollment and Attendance 500.1 Student Enrollment in District 500.2 Student Residency Status 500.3 Homeless Youth Enrollment in District 500.4 Student Transfer into and out of District 500.5 Open Enrollment Procedures as a Sending District 500.6 Open Enrollment Procedures as a Receiving District 500.7 Open Enrollment Procedures as an Alternative Receiving District 500.8 Shared-Time/Dual Enrolled Students 500.9 Home School Assistance Program 500.10 Student Attendance 500.10R Student Attendance Regulations 500.11 Compulsory Attendance 500.13 Student Attendance Records 500.14 Insufficient Classroom Space 500.15 Class Size – Class Grouping 501.7E Search and Seizure Checklist – New Policy 604.6 Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the Internet 604.6CF Consent to Student Use of the District’s Computers, Computer Network Systems, and Internet Access 604.6GF Staff Acceptable Use Agreement 604.7 Laptop Computer Policy – New Policy 604.8 Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District’s Computers, Computer Network Systems, and Internet Access – New Policy 604.9 Field Trips and Excursions – Code Number Change Only 604.10 Homework – Code Number Change Only
*I am seeking approval of the above policies’ first readings.*

E. NEW HIRES

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Mike Pomerenke	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Mark Starner	Assist Softball Coach
Kristina Sibbitt	Substitute Special Education Associate	$9.29 per hour
Andrea Williams	Substitute Special Education Associate	$9.29 per hour
Carol Schramm	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Paula Laberge	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS
NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Russell Crouch	High School Student Council Sponsor	End of 2011-2012 SY
Russell Crouch	Auditorium Coordinator	End of 2011-2012 SY
Scott Arkfeld	Activities Director	End of 2011-2012 SY
Stefanie Carter	MS Math Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY
Chasidy Wederquist	2nd Grade Teacher	End of 2011-2012 SY

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s). The coaching/sponsorship positions are contingent upon finding suitable replacements.

G. Open Enrollments
STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Sidney K.	Glenwood	02/21/2012
Wyatt M.	Glenwood – New District of Residence	02/17/2012
Kristy M.	Glenwood – New District of Residence	02/24/2012
Mariya N.	Cumberland/Anita/Massena (CAM)	02/29/2012
Monica N.	Cumberland/Anita/Massena (CAM)	02/29/2012
Jacob P.	Glenwood – Change in student’s residence	02/14/2012
Kylie G.	Glenwood – Kindergarten	03/07/2012

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment applications for Sidney K., Wyatt M., Kristy M., Jacob P., and Kylie G.

H. Approval of Financial Reports Motion 4.H.

1. Approval of Bills – Director Patzer will have reviewed the bills

2. Vendor Report

3. Board Report

Fundraising Requests Motion 4.I.

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Vocal Music	Deli International	Show Choir Uniforms	$7000-$8000	8/21/2012
Junior Class 2014	Magazine Sales	Prom	$5,000	08/30-09/15-12
Student Council	March Madness	Speaker; supplies; float; sign project	$3,000	3/30/2012
West Library	Book Fair	DVD for Library	$1,500	03/20-23/12
Middle School Library	Book Fair	Books for Media Center	NA	03/15-03/22/12
Talent Show	M.S. Talent Show	Opportunity for students	$600	3/15/2012
Boys Track	Track Event Sponsor	Drake Relay fees; supplies	$900-$1800	03/12-03/30/12
Girls Track	Adopt A Ram	Uniforms; lockers; end of year awards	$3,000	03/13-3/26/12
Spanish Club	Penny Drive	Donation to Mayo Clinic	$1,200	03/12-04/12/12

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel Motion 4.J.

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
Language Arts Festival	4/13/2012	Wayne, NE	Carol Fisher, Kelsey Henze, Kelsey Miller and students
National Reading Conference	4/29-5/3/2012	Chicago, IL	Nancy Wright, Becky Palmer
Girl's Track	3/17/2012	Wayne, NE	Brad Rasmussen and Track team
Boy's Track	3/17/2012	Wayne, NE	Mark Starner and Track team
Girl's Track	3/24/2012	Vermillion, SD	Brad Rasmussen and Track team

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

K. Overnight Stay Requests Motion 4.K.

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Iowa Cheer Coaches Conference	Robin Hundt/Dixie Thomas	4/13-14/2012	Ames, Iowa
ISEA Delegate Assembly	Diane VonTersch	4/12-13/2012	Ames, Iowa
ISEA Delegate Assembly	Julie McMullen	4/12-13/2012	Ames, Iowa
State FFA Convention	Jessica Miller, Maxine Brennan & Students	4/22-24/2012	Ames, Iowa
Vocal Jazz Championship	Kay Fast & Students	3/27-28/2012	Waverly, Iowa
Bullying Workshop	Kerry Newman	3/14-15/2012	Des Moines, Iowa
Jazz Band State Championship	Dan Schoening, Pete Jacobus & Students	4/9-10/2012	Des Moines, Iowa
National Reading Conference	Nancy Wright	4/29-5/3/2012	Chicago, Illinois
National Reading Conference	Becky Palmer	4/29-5/3/2012	Chicago, Illinois

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

L. Grant Requests Motion 4.L.

NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Monsanto Education Grant	Funds from this grant will help meet the needs of families on Early Out Wednesdays and will help students develop math and science skills.	$10,000

I am seeking approval of the above grant request.

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board
C. Presentations – Budget Presentation – Shirley Lundgren
West Elementary PLC
6. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
5. Building Bridges Learning Center
B. Activities Director Report
C. Kid’s Place Director’s Report
D. Technology Report
E. Food Service Report
F. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
G. Print Shop
H. School Improvement Report
7. OLD BUSINESS
None
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of the Preliminary FY 13	Budget for Publication Motion 8.A.
*I am seeking approval of the Preliminary FY 13 Budget for Publication.*
B. Approval to set Date and Time for Pub	lic Hearing for the FY 13 Budget Motion 8.B.
*I am seeking approval to set April 9, 2012 at 6:45 p.m. at the Glenwood Community High School as the date, time and location of a Public Hearing for the FY 13 Budget.*
C. Approval of Tentative Agreement with Glenwood Education Association Motion 8.C.
I am seeking approval of the Tentative Agreement with the Glenwood Education Association. Enclosed is a summary of the Agreement from Lynch-Dallas. I will bring the complete contract on Monday evening.
D. Approval of Softball and Baseball Bleacher Project Motion 8.D.
*I am seeking approval to Spec, Bid, and Accept the lowest responsive, responsible bid received for the Softball and Baseball Bleacher Project.*
E. Approval of Contract with Drive Tek, LLC Motion 8.E.
I am seeking approval of the contract with Drive Tek, LLC for driver education programs estimated to begin on August 1, 2012 and expiring on August 1, 2014. The first year (2012-2013) Drive Tek will charge $340 per student. Beginning August 1, 2013, the fees will be $350.00
F. Approval of Statement of Agreement Motion 8.F.
*I am seeking approval of the Statement of Agreement between the Glenwood Comm. School District and Alegent Health PMIC.*
G. Approval of Agreement with Buena Vista University for student teaching/ Motion 8.G. practicum placements for the 2012-2013 school year
*I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Buena Vista University for student teaching and practicum placements for the 2012-2013 school year.*

H. Approval of Abstract of Votes	Motion 8.H.
*I am seeking approval of the Abstract of Votes for the Special Election (RPS) held on February 7, 2012.*
I. Approval of Contract for Services from Alpha School	Motion 8.I.
*I am seeking approval of the Contract for Services from Alpha School for special education services for the remainder of the 2011-2012 school year.*
J. Approval to File the Summer Food Service Program Application	Motion 8.J.
*I am seeking approval to file the Summer Food Service Program Application and to hold such program at the Glenwood Middle School and Kid’s Place for Breakfast and Lunch.*
K. Approval of Van Bid	Motion 8.K.
*I am seeking approval of the bid from in the amount of $ .*
L. Bandwidth Increase	Discussion
*I am seeking discussion regarding possibly increasing the internet bandwidth for the district. Kyle Eckheart will be available to answer any questions you may have.*
M. Super Board Conference	Discussion
9. ADJOURNMENT		Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session –Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).
UPCOMING MEETINGS – Work Session Regarding Safety – March 26 – 6:00 p.m. – 103 Central, Third Floor

March 26, 2012 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

March 25, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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 Meeting – Monday, March 26, 2012, 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.

Special Meeting – 5:30 p.m.
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	Closed Session – The Board will move into closed session as provided in section 21.5(1)(e) of the open meetings law to discuss whether to conduct a hearing to determine whether to suspend or expel a student.	Motion
3.	Return to Open Session
	A. Action regarding Consent Agreements	Motion
4.	Approval of Classified Non-Union Wages and Benefits for 2012-2013	Motion
Work Session – 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
1.	Safety	Discussion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session – Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).

Work Session – Monday, March 26, 2012, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Central Office Boardroom - 103 Central, Third Floor

March 31, 2012 Work Session Agenda

March 30, 2012

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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: Work Session – Saturday, March 31, 2012 – 7:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Central Office Boardroom - 103 Central, Third Floor

Work Session
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	Facilities	Discussion

May 14, 2012 Board Meeting Agenda

May 11, 2012

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

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, April 9, 2012 - 7:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School - 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa

Regular Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. Call to Order

SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
1. We will recognize the Vocal Jazz students for winning the State 3A Vocal Jazz Championship and the Jazz Band students for earning in place at the State 3A Jazz Band Championship.

FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
1. Approval of Minutes Motion 4.A.

I am seeking approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held April 9, 2012, and the Special Meeting/Work Session held on April 16, 2012.

B. Approva l of agenda Motion 4.B.

I am seeking approval of the agenda.

C. Approval of Board Policies - Second Readings

	Policy #	Policy Name
1.	501	Student Behavior and Discipline
2.	501.1	Student Code of Conduct
3.	501.2	Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment
4.	501.2CF	Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Complaint Form
5.	501.2WF	Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Witness Form
6.	501.2P	Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Investigation Procedures
7.	501.3	Possession and/or Use of Weapons
8.	501.4	Possession and/or Use of Illegal Controlled Substance
9.	501.5	Student Suspension
10.	501.6	Student Expulsion
11.	501.7	Search and Seizure
12.	501.7R	Search and Seizure Regulations
13.	501.8	Student Lockers
14.	501.9	Questioning of Students
15.	501.9R	Questioning of Students Regulations
16.	501.10	Use of Video Cameras on School Propert
17.	408.4	Political Activities of Staff Personnel
18.	500.16R1	Truancy Regulations
19.	500.16E1	Letter to Parent/Guardian(s) Regarding Attendance
20.	604.6	Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the Internet

I am seeking approval of the above policies' second readings.

D. Approval of Board Policies - First Readings

	Policy #	Policy Name
1.	104	Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non-Harassment, Non-Retaliation
2.	500.17	Equal Educational Opportunity - New Policy
3.	500.18	Equal Educational Opportunity Program - New Policy
4.	602.13	Multicultural/Gender Fair Education - New Polic

I am seeking approval of the above policies' first readings.

E. NEW HIRES

NAM E	ASSI GNM ENT	SA LA RY
Kiki Wilson	High School Language Arts Teacher	$36,642.39
Kiki Wilson	Assist High School Volleyball Coach	TBD
Kiki Wilson	Assist High School Girls Basketball	TBD
Corey Faust	High School Math Teacher	$47,752.39
Corey Faust	Head High School Football Coach	TBD
Corey Faust	Summer Weight Room Supervisor	TBD
Rick N ickerson	Associate High School Principal	$67,500
MacKenzie Teeter	Child Care Associate	$8.23 per hour
Susan Utterback	Summer Position as Print Shop Associate	$8.89
Kurt Schulz	Assistant Baseball Coach	$3,080
Rhonda Bozek	Substitute Food Service	$8.58 per hour

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. TRANSFERS

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Jennifer Roenfeld	Transfer from PK Associate to Print Shop Associate	$8.29 per hour
Jean Kelly	Transfer from West Elementary Media Associate to IT Secretary	$11.02 per hour
Kim Payne	Transfer from Middle School Computerrrech Teacher to IT Coord.	TBD

I am seeking approval of the above transfers within the district.

G. RESIGNATIONS

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Jesse Jordan	Bus Driver	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Lois McMullen	Middle School Media Associate	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Kim Payne	Middle School Yearbook and Newspaper Sponser	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Ryan Koch	Assist High School Boys Basketball	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Ryan Koch	Assist Middle School Football	End of 2011-2012 School Yr.
Trisha Garrett	Preschool Associate	April 11, 2012
Justun Theis	Special Education Associate	May 1, 2012
Sara Wise	Child Care Associate	April 14, 2012
Bradley Roenfeld	Child Care Associate	April 11, 2012
Lindsay Gauchat	Child Care Associate	April 25, 2012

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s). The coaching/sponsorship positions are

contingent upon finding suitable replacements

H. TERMTNATIONS

None

I am seeking approval of the above termination.

I. Open Enrollments

Student Name	Receiving District	Date Received
Kayla J.	Glenwood - Moving from out of state.	04/30/2012
Cole S.	Glenwood - Kindergarten Student	04/26/2012
Harley D.	Glenwood - Moving from out of state	05/09/2012

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment applications for Kayla J., Cole S., and Harley D.

J. Approval of Financial Reports

1. Approval of Bills - Director Staiert will ahve reviewed the bills

2. Vendor Report

3. Board Report

K. Fundraising Requests

GROUP		DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
West K-Kids		Donation to Red Cross	Raise money for Thurman, IA torando victimes	$500-$1 000	04/19/2012
FCCLA		Coupon Books	National Conference	$10/$15	5/14 -6/25/2012
FCCLA		Tip Night	National Conference	$150	6/14/2012
FCCLA		Bake Sale	National Conference	$100	06/11/2012
FCCLA		Bake Sale	National Conference	$100	06/1/2012
FCCLA		Car Wash	National Conference	$200	5/26120 12
FCCLA		Car Wash	National Conference	$200	6/2/2012
FCCLA		Car Wash	National Conference	$200	06/13/2012
FCCLA		Car Wash	National Conference	$200	06/23/2012
Cheerleaders		Cheerleading Camp	Winter competition fees	$500-$1000	01/1-1/31/13
Cheerleaders		Homecoming Painting	State Competition	$500-$ 1000	09/14-10/7/12
Cheerleaders		Car Wash	Summer Camp; Homecoming; FY13 Expenses	$100-$200	06/16/2012
	Cheerleaders	Car Wash	Summer Camp; Homecoming; FY 13 Expenses	$ 100-$200	7/14/2012
	Cheerleaders	Car Wash	Summer Camp; Homecoming: FY 13 Expenses	$100-$200	7/21/2012
Boys Cross Country		Summer Training	Tshirts; Friday Treats; Cookout	NA	6/1-8/9/12

I am seeking the approval of the above fundraisers.

L. Out of State Travel

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
Leadership Confernece	04/20/2012	Nebraska City, NE	Bill Magnuson & Students

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

M. Overnight Stay Requests

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
lASBO Academy	Shirley Lundgren	5/16-17/2012	Ames, Iowa
Agricultural Educators Conference	Jessica Miller	6/24-28/2012	Ankeny, Iowa
FACS Teacher Conference	Janis Moore	7/29-31/2012	Des Moines, Iowa
Technician Training	Michael Williams	6/14-15/2012	Marshalltown, Iowa
Iowa Reading Conference	Susan Reed	6/26-2712012	Ames, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests.

N . Grant Requests

None

I am seeking approval of the above grant requests.

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

A. Comments from Public

B. Comments from Board

C. Presentations - Northeast PLC

6. REPORTS

Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
5. Building Bridges Leaming Center
Activities Director Report
Kid 's Place Director's Report
Technology Report
Food Service Report
Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
Print Shop
School Improvement Report

7. OLD BUSINESS

None

8. NEW BUSINESS

A. DE Visit

I have enclosed the Compliance document /or your review.

B. IASB Resolutions

I have enclosed the resolutions for your review.

C. Hardware Platform Rubric

I have enclosed the rubric information for your review.

D. Approval to Renew Contract with School Center

I am seeking approval to renew the contract with School Center for FY 2012.

E. Meal Price Increases

I am seeking approval of a ten cent increase for student lunch meals (from $2.10 to $2.20), as well as a nickel increase for student breakfast meals (from $1.40 to $1.45). With respect to adult lunch meals, I am seeking approval of a ten cent increase/or lunch meals (from $2.90 to $3.00) and a nickel increase for breakfast meals (from $1.70 to $1.75).

F. Approval of Bread Bid Motion 8.F.

I am seeking approval to award the bread bid to Sara Lee/Old Home /or the 2012-2013 school year.

G. Approval of Milk Bid Motion 8.G.

I am seeking approval to award the milk bid to Roberts Dairy for the 2012-2013 school year.

H. Approval of Summer Projects Motion 8.H.

I am seeking approval of the proposed summer projects.

l. Approval of the Five Year Plan Document Motion 8.l.

I am seeking approval of the proposed Five Year Plan document.

J. Approval of Paper Towel Agreement Motion 8.J .

I am seeking approval of the Agreement with Omaha Paper for our paper towel supplies.

K. Approval of School Vehicle Proposal Motion 8.K.

I am seeking approval to purchase two 2012 8-passenger vans from Mullen Ford for $22,998 each, totaling $45,996.

L. Approval of Agreement with Iowa Association of School Boards Motion 8.L.

I am seeking approval to enter into an Agreement with IASB for the Non-DOT Drug Testing Option to provide a drug and alcohol testing program for school personnel who do not hold a CDL.

M. Approval of Purchase of Service Contract with Nishna Productions Motion 8.M.

I am seeking approval of the Purchase of Service Contract with Nishna Productions for Work Activity and transportation for two days per week beginning June 5, 2012 and ending August 31, 2012.

N. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Community College Motion 8.N.

I am seeking approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Community College for a Concurrent Enrollment Course - College Prep Math I, currently being taken by a GCSD student.

O. Approval of Memorand um of Understandi ng withIowa Western Community College Motion 8.0.

I am seeking approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Community Collegef or all Concurrent Enrollment courses for the district for the 2012-2013 school year.

P. Approval of Renewal of lowa Association of School Board Membership Dues for 2012-2013.

I am seeking approval to renew the district's IASB Membership Dues for the 2012- 2013 school year, at a cost of $5,726.

Q. Approval of Renewal Subscription Fee with Iowa School Finance Information Services for the 2012-2013.

I am seeking approval to renew the district's subscription fee with ISFIS for the 2012- 2013 school year, at a cost of $2,945.

R. Approval of Cooperative Agreement with the University of Northern Iowa and Educational Agencies for student teaching placements for 2012-2014.

I am seeking approval of the Cooperative Agreement with the University of Northern Iowa and Education Agencies for student teaching placements for 2012-2014.

S. Supplemental Schedule

If ratified by the GEA I am recommending and seeking approval of the supplemental salary schedule.

T. EXEMPT SESSION

The Board will move into Exempt Session - Negotiations Strategies - per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).

U. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION

I will request the Board move back into Open Session.

V . Approval of Directors/Building Administrators Salaries and Benefits for 2012-2013

I will seek approval for the setting of the salaries and benefits for the Directors and Building Administrators for the 2012-2013 school year.

W . Approval of 2012 Graduates

I am seeking approval of the 2012 graduates, contingent upon completion of all requirements.

9. ADJOURNMENT Motion

May 29, 2012 Special Meeting Agenda

May 25, 2012

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

Dave Blum – At-Large ‘13

From: Devin Embray, Superintendent Henry Clark – At-Large ‘13

Ann Staiert – At-Large ‘11

Craig Patzer – At-Large ‘11

Theresa Romens – At-Large ‘11

Re: Special Meeting– Tuesday, May 29, 2012, 5:45 p.m. – High School Media Center

504 E. Sharp Street

Special Meeting – 5:45 p.m.

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

A. Call to Order

B. Out of State & Overnight Stay Request Motion 1.B.

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Professional Learning Communities at Work Institute	4 Staff Members from West Elementary	July 10-12, 2012	San Antonio, TX

I am seeking approval of the above out of state and overnight stay request

2. ADJOURNMENT

May 29, 2012 Super Board Meeting Agenda

May 25, 2012

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

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: Meeting with City Council and County Supervisors – Tuesday, May 29, 2012

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – High School Media Center – 504 East Sharp Street

Moderator: Mark Ford

Welcome and Introductions

1. Blue Zone

Presentation by Anne Smith

2. Communication

How can we get the word out?

3. Recycling

How can we work together?

Education / Implementation

4. Report on Levee Certification

Report by Devin Embray and Richard Crouch

5. Next – September 25 (?)

Thank you for your time and commitment to this community.

November 14, 2011 Work Session and Board Meeting Agenda

November 10, 2011

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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: Work Session – Monday, November 14, 2011 – 6:00 p.m. - Walk-through of High School

Regular Meeting – Monday, November 14, 2011 – 7:00 p.m.

Glenwood Community High School – 504 East Sharp Street, Glenwood, Iowa

Work Session – 6:00 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2. Walk-through of Glenwood Community High School
Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
A. We will recognize high school student Sydney Embray for her beautiful singing of the National Anthem at our events, as well as Middle School teacher and athletic director Mark Starner for receiving the 3A Boys STATE Coach of the Year honors for Track & Field.
3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
A. We will recognize high school teacher Linda Forman for giving of her time to make The Gamers Club the success that it has become. We will also recognize high school student Chad Zimmerle for his commitment and dedication as a volunteer teacher‟s assistant in the elementary art classes, as well as Patricia “Grandma Pat” and Larry Thesier for giving of their time and finances to improve the lives of our 1st graders.
4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on October 10, 2011 and of the Special Meeting (work session) held on October 20, 2011 and November 7, 2011.
*I am seeking approval of the minutes.*

B. Approval of agenda	Motion 4.B.
*I am seeking approval of the agenda.*
C. Approval of Board Policies – Second Readings	Motion 4.C.
Second Readings:
POLICY # POLICY NAME 204 Meetings of the Board – No Change 204.1 Open Meetings 204.2 Regular Board Meetings 204.3 Special Board Meetings 204.4 Closed Sessions of the Board 204.5 Organizational Meeting of the Board – No Change 204.6 Notice for Board Meetings – No Change 204.7 Quorum for Board Meetings – No Change 204.8 Rules of Order – No Change 204.9 Agenda for Board Meetings 204.10 Complaints Before the Board – No Change 204.11 Participation by the Public – No Change 204.12 General Procedures of Hearings – No Change 204.13 School Board Minutes 204.14 Compensation and Expenses of Board Members 500.10 Student Attendance 500.10R Student Attendance Regulations 500.11 Student Compulsory Attendance 500.11R Student Compulsory Attendance Regulations 500.12 Truancy
*I am seeking approval of the above policies’ second readings.*

D. Approval of Board Policies – First Readings

Motion 4.D.

POLICY # POLICY NAME

300 Statement of Guiding Principles for Administration
301 Superintendent of Schools
301.1 Superintendent of Schools – Qualifications
301.2 Superintendent of Schools – Appointment, Contract and Contract Nonrenewal
301.3 Superintendent of School – Functions
301.4 Superintendent Evaluation
301.5 Superintendent Civic Activities
302 Building Principals
302.1 Building Principals - Qualifications
302.2 Building Principals – Appointments
302.3 Building Principals – Functions
302.4 Building Principals – Evaluation
303 Assistants to the Principals
303.1 Assistant to the Principal – Position
303.2 Assistants to the Principals – Qualifications
303.3 Assistants to the Principals – Appointment
303.4 Assistants to the Principals – Evaluation
304 Other Administrative Personnel
304.1 Other Administrative Personnel – Positions
304.2 Other Administrative Personnel - Qualifications
304.3 Other Administrative Personnel – Appointment
304.4 Other Administrative Personnel – Functions
304.5 Other Administrative Personnel – Evaluation
305 Administrative Cabinet
306 Administrative Organization Plan
306.1 Administrative Team
306.2 Administrative Structure
306.3 Management‟s Negotiating/Meet & Confer Team(s)
307 Administrative Personnel Employment
307.1 Administrative Personnel Employment – Individual Contracts
308 Communication Channels

I am seeking approval of the above policies’ first readings.

E. NEW HIRES

Motion 4.E.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Darcy Schwenk	Food Service Cook	$9.58 per hour
Alicia Springs	Food Service Dishwasher and Sub Bus Associate	$9.58 per hr/$10.43 per hr
Hannah Jackson	Operations Secretary	$10.37 per hour
Teresa Jensen	Food Service Sub Cook	$8.58 per hour
Linda Larsen	Food Service Sub Cook	$8.58 per hour
April Stewart	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hour / 2 hr min.
Brian Morgan	Substitute Bus Driver	$14.53 per hour / 2 hr min.
Tracy Major	Preschool Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour

I am seeking approval of the above new hires.

F. RESIGNATIONS

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIVE DATE
Steve Sylvester	Head 7th Grade Football Coach	End of 2011-2012 SY
Wendy Edmonds	Food Service Dishwasher	November 2, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s). Any coaching position is contingent upon finding a suitable replacement.

G. OPEN ENROLLMENTS
STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
Ashlyn B.	Glenwood – Change in District of Residence	October 11, 2011
Nolan B.	Glenwood – Change in District of Residence	October 11, 2011
Symone D.	Fremont-Mills – Change in District of Residence	October 12, 2011
Courtney L.	Lewis Central – Change in District of Residence	October 25, 2011
Robert U.	Lewis Central – Change in District of Residence	October 25, 2011
Braden W.	Glenwood – Change in District of Residence	October 27, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment applications

H. Approval of Financial Reports

1. Approval of Bills - Director Romens will have reviewed the bills.

2. Vendor Report

3. Board Report

I. Fundraising Requests
GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Builders Club	MS Dance	Canned food drive for the needy	$500	11/18/2011

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
National Council of Teachers of English Annual Conference	11/18-19/2011	Chicago, IL	Rebecca Swanigan
Wrestling Tournament	01/13-14/2011	Basehor, KS	Brad Asche, Adam Buthe & wrestlers
1:1 Computing Confernce	11/30-12/3/2011	Lake Geneva, WI	Nancy Dashner, Kyle Eckheart, and Susan Reed

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

K. Overnight Stay Requests
ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
Mean Girl's seminar	Heidi Stanley	12/7-8/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
Opus Honor Choir and All-State Chorus	Kay Fast & Students	11/17-18/2011	Ames, Iowa
National Concil of Teachers of English Annual Conference	Rebecca Swanigan	11/18-19/2011	Chicago, IL
Environment Issues Workshop	Dan Jones	04/13-14/2012	Mount Vernon, Iowa
Music Educators State Conference	Megan Beery	11/17-18/2011	Ames, Iowa
SPED Literacy Program Training	Susan Courtier	11/15-18/2011	Carroll, Iowa
SPED Literacy Program Training	Susan Courtier	12/12-15/2011	Carroll, Iowa
SPED Literacy Program Training	Anne Pestel	11/15-18/2011	Carroll, Iowa
SPED Literacy Program Training	Anne Pestel	12/12-18/2011	Carroll, Iowa
Iowa Track & Field Clinic	Brad Rasmussen, Mark Starner, Alyssa Rogge, Eric Rasmussen	12/9-10/2011	Ames, Iowa
Wrestling Tournament	Brad Asche, Adam Buth & wrestlers	1/13-14/2011	Basehor, KS
School Board Convention	Devin Embray	11/16-17/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
School Board Convention	Shirley Lundgren	11/16-17/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
1:1 Computing Conference	Susan Reed, Kyle Eckheart & Nancy Dashner	11/30-12/3/2011	Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests.

L. Grant Requests
NAME OF GRANT	PURPOSE	AMOUNT
Iowa School-Age Grant	To provide additional or replacement items such as board games, computer software for educational games, arts and crafts materials, books and playground supplies such as balls.	$400.00
Fuel Up to Play 60	To improve healthy habits both physical and nutritional by providing activities and opportunities before, during and after school.	Up to $4,000

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Comments from Public
B. Comments from Board
C. Presentations – Financial Report – Shirley Lundgren and Devin Embray
– Coaching Evaluation Process – Scott Arkfeld
6. REPORTS
A. Building Administrator Reports
1. High School
2. Middle School
3. West Elementary
4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
5. Building Bridges Learning Center
B. Activities Director Report
C. Kid‟s Place Director‟s Report
D. Technology Report
E. Food Service Report
F. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
G. Print Shop
H. School Improvement Report
7. OLD BUSINESS
None
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approve SBRC Application for Allowable Growth, Open Enrolled Out, and ELL
*I am requesting approval of the SBRC Application for Allowable Growth, Open Enrolled Out and ELL (English Language Learners).*
B. Approval of Bid for Printer Management Services
*I am requesting approval of the bid from Konica Minolta for Printer Management Services for the District.*
C. Approval of Agreement for Educational Services
*I am requesting approval of the Agreement for Educational Services from Westside Community Schools in Omaha, Nebraska.*

	D. Approval of Electric Easements	Motion 8.D.
I am requesting approval of underground/overhead electric easements which are necessary for the permanent electric easement installed at the location of the new Transportation Department at 601 Railroad Avenue.
	E. Approval of Student Teaching Agreement from Northwest Missouri State Univ.	Motion 8.E.
*I am requesting approval of the Student Teaching Agreement from Northwest Missouri State University. The agreement is requested for placement of a NWMSU student during the second semester.*
	F. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding	Motion 8.F.
I am requesting approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Southwest Senior Services for a Foster Grandparent Program. We do not have a program at this point in time, but approving the Memorandum would enable us to put one in place should the opportunity present itself.
	G. Approval of Amended Lease with West Central Community Action	Motion 8.G.
*I am requesting approval of an Amended Lease with West Central Community Action (Headstart). WCCA has requested additional space in Building103 and therefore an Amended Lease will need to be signed.*
	H. Approval of Annual Growth Plan Stipends for Administrators	Motion
*I am requesting approval of the Annual Growth Plan stipends for all administrators.*
	I. 2011-2012 Board Goals	Discussion
*I am requesting the Board review goals and be ready to discuss and approve at our November 28 Special Meeting.*
	J. Revenue Purpose Statement	Discussion
*I am requesting the Board bring the Revenue Purpose Statement to the voters in 2012, prior to our current purpose statement running out in 2013.*
	K. IASB Convention	Discussion
9.	ADJOURNMENT	Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session – Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).
UPCOMING MEETINGS – November 28, 2011 – Special Meeting and Work Session – 103 Central, 3rd Floor December 12, 2011 – Regular Meeting – Glenwood Community High School 504 East Sharp Street

November 16-17, 2011 IASB Convention Agenda

November 14, 2011

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

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: IASB Convention – November 16-17, 2011, Hy-Vee Hall, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, Iowa

66th Annual IASB Convention & Pre-Convention Activities

November 16 – School Finance 301 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Henry Clark

November 16 – New Delegate Session 10:45 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Henry Clark

November 16 – Delegate Assembly 1:00 p.m. - Adjournment

Henry Clark and Devin Embray

November 16 – Accountability Matters 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Theresa Romens and Shirley Lundgren

November 16 – School Finance 101 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Ann Staiert

November 17 – Annual Convention 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Theresa Romens, Board President

Dave Blum, Board Vice-President

Henry Clark, Director

Ann Staiert, Director

Devin Embray, Superintendent

Shirley Lundgren, Director of Finance

November 28, 2011 Special Meeting & Work Session Agenda

November 22, 2011

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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 Meeting and Work Session – Monday, November 28, 2011, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Central Office Boardroom – 103 Central, Third Floor

Special Meeting – 6:00 p.m.
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of Refunding of the General Obligation Bonds
I am requesting approval of the refunding of the General Obligation Bonds. A representative from Piper Jaffray will be present to answer any questions the Board may have. By approving this action, the District will be able to lower the tax rate due to the interest rate being less for the bonds. There are five options available to the Board based on the three different bond issuances.
B. Approval of Hand Held Radios Motion 2.B.
*I am requesting approval of purchasing the seventeen hand-held radios as part of phase I of our three phase plan to update radio communications with our buildings and buses.*
Work Session
1. Board Goals; clarity on goals, actions and definitions
2. Budget Presentation – Devin Embray and Shirley Lundgren
3. Facility Information Handout	from DLR
4. Adjournment
Motion

November 7, 2011 Work Session Agenda

November 4, 2011

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		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: Work Session – Monday, November 7, 2011, 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Meet at Northeast Elementary at 4:00 p.m.

Work Session – 4:00 p.m
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	Walk-through of the Northeast Elementary, West Elementary, and the former Transportation Building
3.	Adjournment	Motion
NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session – Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).

October 20, 2011 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

October 19, 2011

To:	All School Board Members	Voting Orders:
		Dave Blum – At-Large ‘13
From:	Devin Embray, Superintendent	Henry Clark – At-Large ‘13
		Ann Staiert – At-Large ‘11
		Craig Patzer – At-Large ‘11
		Theresa Romens – At-Large ‘11

Re: Special Meeting and Work Session – Thursday, October 20, 2011, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

103 Central, Third Floor

Special Meeting – 7:30 p.m.

1.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

A. Call to Order

B. Overnight Stay Requests

Motion 1.B.

Activity	Requested By	Date	Destination
Iowa School Counselor Association	Pat Staebell	11/7-8/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
Environmental Issues Workshop	Dan Jones	11/4-6/2011	Mount Vernon, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests

C. Refinancing of Bonds

Discussion/Motion

I will seek approval, if necessary, after discussion.

Work Session

1.

Goal Setting

2.

Board Orientation

3.

Adjournment

Motion

NOTE: After adjournment the Board will go into an exempt session – Negotiations strategies – per provisions of Chapter 20.17(3).

September 19, 2011 Board Meeting Agenda

September 16, 2011

To: All School Board Members

From: Devin Embray, Superintendent

Voting Orders:

Dave Blum - At-Large '13

Henry Clark - At-Large '13

Ann Staiert - At-Large '11

Linda Young - At-Large '11

Theresa Romens - At-Large '11

Re: Regular Meeting on Monday, September 19, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Glenwood Community

High School Media Center, 504 East Sharp Street.

Regular Meeting - 7:00 p.m.

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

A. Call to Order

2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION

A.

3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION

A. We have several Friends of Education to recognize this month.

4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS

A. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on August 15, 2011.

I am seeking approval of the minutes.

B. Approval of agenda

I am seeking approval of the agenda.

C. Approval of Board Policies - Second Readings

Second Readings:

	POLICY #	POLICY NAME
I.	200	Statement of Guiding Principles for the Board of Directors - No Change Made
2 .	201	General Organization - No Change Made
3.	201.1	Name of School District - No Change Made
4.	201.2	Legal Status of the Board
5.	201.3	General Powers and Duties of the Board - No Change Made
6.	201.4	Elections to the Board - No Change Made
7.	201.5	Membership of the Board - No Change Made
8.	201.6	Oath of Office, Board Members- No Change Made
9.	201.7	Term of Office of Board Members- No Change Made
10.	201.8	Organization of the Board - No Change Made
11.	201.9	Board Vacancies- No Change Made
12.	202	Specific Duties of the Board - No Change Made
13.	202.1	Code of Ethics of the Board of Directors- No Change Made
14.	202.2	President of the Board- No Change Macie
15.	202.3	Vice-President of the Boa rd- No Change Made
16.	202.4	Secretaty and Treasurer of the Board- No Change Made
17.	202.5	Individual Board Members- No Change Mae

I am seeking approval of the above polici es' second readings.

D. Approval of Board Policies - First Readings Motion 4.D.

	POLICY #	POLICY NAME
I.	203	Procedures of Operation - No Change Made
2.	203.1	Development of Policy - No Change Made
3.	203.2	Adoption of Policy - No Change Made
4.	203.3	Review and Revision of Policy - No Change Made
5.	203.4	Dissemination of Policy
6.	203.5	Administration in Absence of Policy - No Change Made
7.	203.6	Development, Monitoring and Enforcement of Administrative Regulations - No Change Made
8.	203 .7	Standing Committees of the Board - No Change Made
9.	203.8	Temporary Committees of the Board
10.	203.9	Citizens' Advisory Committees
11.	203.10	Legal Counsel - No Change Made
12 .	203.11	Conflicts of Interest of Board Members - No Change Made
13.	20.12	Gifts to Board of Directors and Bo

I am seeking approval of the above policies' first readings.

E. NEW HIRES Motion 4.E.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	SALARY
Marsha Abercrombie	Special Education Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour
Carol Stroud	Food Service Cook	$9.58 per hour
Jennifer Roenfeld	Preschool Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour
Martin Wright	Bus Driver	$14.53 per hrI2 hr min.
Emily Method	Preschool Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour
Megan Beery	Upper Elementary Music Programs	$440
Jordan Bueltel	Assist Middle School Girls Basketball	$1,760
Clarissa Doscher	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Brenda Rumery	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Kadena Burgess	Authorized Substitute Teacher	$103 per day
Russell Crouch	Auditorium Tech	$2,200
Andrew Schoening	Audio Visual Tech - Video Board	$2,200
Shawna Bolton	Bus Driver (Suburban)	$14.53 per hrI2hr min.
David Smith	Bus Associate	$10.43 per hour
Holly Simmons	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Gordon Woodrow	Substitute Teacher	$113 per day
Janice Frerichs	Assistant Food Service Manager	$10.50 per hour
Christina Boldra	Child Care Provider - Kid's Place	$8.23 per hour
Emilie Congdon	Child Care Provider - Kid's Pl ace	$8.23 per hour
Lindsey Jacobus	Child Care Provider - Kid's Place	$8.23 per hour
Kirstie Sturgeon	Child Care Provider - Kid's Place - High School Student	$6.35 for 90 days then $7.25
Wendy Ed monds	Food Service Dishwasher	$9.58 per hour
James Sunderman	Custodian	$9.93 per hour
April Stewart	Bus Associate	$10.43 per hour
Shirley Howard	Substitute Teacher Associate	$9.29 per hour

I am seeking approval of t!te above new !tires.

F. RESIGNATIONS Motion 4.F.

NAME	ASSIGNMENT	EFFECTIV E DATE
Lani Ramm	Special Education Teacher Associate	August 12, 2011
Teresa Bledsoe	Middle School Newspaper Sponsor	August 22, 2011
Michael Tackett	Substitute Teacher	August 22, 2011
Charles Manning	Substitute Teacher	September 6, 2011
Corrina Krewson	Food Service Department	August 18, 2011
Katherine Pierson	Food Service Department	August 2, 2011
Stephanie Todd	Substitute Teacher	September 8, 2011
Rosanne Nutting	Operations Secretary	Sept. 23, 2011 or until filled
Lyn Silcock	Substitute Teacher	September 5, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above resignation(s).

G. OPEN ENROLLMENTS Motion 4.G.

STUDENT NAME	RECEIVING DISTRICT	DATE RECEIVED
McKinley W.	Glenwood - Kindergarten Student	August 16, 2011
Jacob L.	Lewis Central - Change in District of Residence	August 19, 2011
Tyler C.	Lewis Central - Change in District of Residence	September 13, 2011

I am seeking approval of the above open enrollment applications.

H. Approva l of Financial Reports

1. Approval of Bills - Director Clark will have reviewed the bills

2. Vendor Report

3. Board Report

I. Fundraising Requests

GROUP	DESCRIPTION OF EVENT	PURPOSE	TARGET AMOUNT	DATES
Dance Team	Little Rams Dance Camp	All State comp. & in house dance camp	$400	1/14/2012
MS Annual	Sell Yearbooks	Purchase new equipment for future use	$1,000	8/2011-5/2012
MS Student Council	Bead Sales	Purchase commons area furniture	$500	9/19-23/11
MS Student Council	Lee Denim Day	Raise money for breast cancer awareness	$500	10/06-07/11
MS Student Council	School Store	Purchase commons area furniture	$250	9/29/11-5/04/12
Spanish Club	Bake Sale	Club trips,ctivities & materials	$200.00	9/26/2011
Spanish Club	Day of the Dead Dance	Club trips, activities & materials	$400.00	10/28/2011
Student Council	T-Shirt Sales	Float, March Madness, Teacher Apprec.	$500.00	9/20-27/11
Key Club	Powder Puff Football	Backpack program donation	$1,000.00	10/10/2011
Junior Class	Magazine Sales	Prom rent and decorations	$4,500.00	9/16-27/11
FCCLA	Sell Yankee Candles	Travel to cluster and state meetings	$1,000.00	10/13/11-11/1/11
FCCLA	Sell Suckers	Travel to cluster and state meetings	NA	10/17/11-3/22/11
Spanish Club	Bake Sale	Club trips, ctivities & materials	$200 .00	10/17/2011
MS Library	Book Fair	Purch. books for Media Ctr./Tchrs Rooms	NA	10/20- 27/11
Art Club	Homecoming Buttons	Purch. Sundial/Pedestal for HS Courtyard	$300-400	9/19-24/11
Black & Gold Cone.	Concession Stand	Social and Math Skills for Sped Students	$1,000	9/20/11-Spring
Yearbook	Yearbook Sales	Pay for yearbooks	$24,000	School Year
Yearbook	Ad Sales	Camera/supplies; offset cost of yearbook	$6,000	School Year
Newspaper/Journalism	Ad Sales	Pay for monthly printing	$1,600	School Year
Journalism/Yearbook	Talent Show	Camera/supplies; offset cost of yearbook	$1,800	3/16/2012
Journalism/Yearbook	Ads for Talent Show	Camera/supplies; offset cost of yearbook	$800	3/01-10/12

I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.

J. Out of State Travel

ACTIVITY	DATE	DESTINATION	REQUESTED BY
FCCLA National Cluster Meeting	11/11-13/2011	Minneapolis, MN	Janis Moore & FCCLA members

I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.

K. Overnight Stay Requests

ACTIVITY	REQUESTED BY	DATE	DESTINATION
National FCCLA Cluster Meeting	Janis Moore/FCCLA members	11/11- 13/2011	Minneapolis, MN
Iowa HS Speech Assoc. Conv.	Russell Crouch	10/7-8/2011	Ames, Iowa
Iowa Culture & Language Conf.	Bobbi Jo Rohrberg	11/7-9/ 2011	Coralville, Iowa
Cheerleading State Competition	R. Hundt/D. Thomas & Cheer.	11/5-6/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
IASBO Fall Convention	Shirley Lundgren	10/27-28/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
GTI Convention	Colleen Confer	10/6- 7/2011	Ames, Iowa
IHSSA Individual All-State Nomination Committee	Russell Crouch	3/9-12/2012	Des Moines, Iowa
State Dance Competition	Ruth Congdon & team	11/30-12/ 2/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
Special Ed. Advisory Panel	Joe Giangreco	9/15-16/2011	Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Speech Coaches Conv.	Susan Reed	10-7-8/2011	Ames, Iowa

I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests.

L. Grant Requests

None

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

A. Comments from Public

B. Comments from Board

C. Presentations

6. REPORTS

A. Building Administrator Reports

1. High School

2. Middle School

3. West Elementary

4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center

5. Building Bridges Learning Center

B. Activit ies Director Report

C. Kid's Place Director's Report

D. Technology Report

E. Food Service Report

F. Transportation/Build ing & Grounds Report

G. Print Shop

H. School Improvement Report

7. OLD BUSINESS

A. Set Date and Time for Special Meetings

I am seeking approval to set a date and time for two special meetings to discuss the Annual Yearly Progress (AYP) report, do a board evaluation, and goal setting, as well as a new board member orientation.

B. Set Date and Time for Site Tour of Facilities

I am seeking approval to set a date and timefor a site tour of the buildings and facilities.

8. NEW BUSINESS

A. Canvass of Votes

I am seeking approval of the Canvass of Votes from the September 13, 2011 Board Election.

B. Honor Outgoing Board Member Linda Young for her 9 years of service to the students and staff of the Glenwood Community School District

C. Adjournment of Retiring Board

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF THE NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS

1. Theresa Romens, as outgoing President, will preside over the meeting until a new Boa rd President is elected.

2. Call to Order

A. Administration of Oath to Elected Members

Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary, will administer the oath to new members.

B. Election of a President of the Board

Ballots will be distributed to the Board Members to vote for President of the School Board for 2011-2012. 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.

C. Election of a Vice President of the Board

Ballots will be distributed to the Board Members to vote for Vice President of the School Board for 2011-2012. 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. Appointment of Board Treasurer - The oath of office will be administered to the new Board Treasurer.

I am recommending that we have Shirley be the Treasurer.

E. Set regular meeting dates, times and places for 2011-2012. Presently the Board meets on the second Monday of the month at 7 :00 p.m. I wou ld like to propose the addition of work sessions that would be held on the fourth Monday of each month.

Proposed Schedule	Type of Meeting	Proposed Meeting Site
October 10, 2011 October 24, 2011	Regular Meeting Work Session	Silver City 103 Central, 3rd Floor
November 14, 2011	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm. H.S.
November 28, 2011	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
December 12, 2011	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm. H.S.
December 26, 2011	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
January 9, 2012	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm. H.S.
January 23, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
February 13, 2012	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm. H.S.
February 27, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
March 12, 20 12	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm . H.S.
March 26, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
April 9, 2012	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm. H.S.
April 23, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
May 14, 2012	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm . H.S.
May 28, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
June 11, 2012	Regular Meeting	Pacific Junction
June 25, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
July 9, 2012	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm. H.S.
July 23, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor
August 13, 2012 August 27, 2012	Regular Meeting Work Session	Mineola 103 Central, 3rd Floor
September 10, 2012	Regular Meeting	Glenwood Comm. H.S.
September 24, 2012	Work Session	103 Central, 3rd Floor

F. Appointments/Assignments for 2011-2012 Motion

1. Appointment of a Board Member to the Mills County Conference Board

2. Appointment of a Board Member to the Empowerment Board

3. Curriculum Coordinating Council - Currently Theresa Romens

4. Buildings/Grounds and Transportation - Currently Dave Blum

5. Superintendent Advisory Council - Currently Ann Staiert for Dave Warren

6. Safety/Crisis - Currently Henry Clark

7. IASB Delegate - Currently Linda Young

8. Calendar Committee - Currently Open

9. Wellness Committee - Currently Open

10. Review of Bills - Proposed Schedule Enclosed in Packet

2. NEW BUSINESS

A. Approval to Engineer and Spec Middle School Transfer Point

I am seeking approval to engineer and spec the Middle School transfer point.

B. Approval to Request Allowable Growth for Negative Special Education Balance Motion

A district may request allowable growth and supplement aid for a negative special education balance for the current school year. The supplemental aid payment will be calculated by the Department of Management after all special education balances have been finalized. If a district has a positive special education balance, they do not have the ability to request allowable growth and supplemental aid. We are seeking board approved for allowable growth and supplemental aid for a negative special education balance.

I am seeking approval to request Allowable Growth for the district's negative special education balance.

C. Authorization for Business Manager Motion

I am seeking approval from the Board President to aurhorize the Business Manager to use the Board President's signature stamp to sign all student tuition-in contracts, as well as student contracts issued for special education, PMIC and alternative school contracts.

D. Approval of contract with Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehab's Hillside School in Waterford, Wisconsin for educational services for the 2011-2012 school year.

I am seeking approval of the contract with Lakeview Specialty Hospital and Rehab's Hillside School for educational services for the 2011-2012 school year.

E. Approval of contract with Alpha School in Omaha, Nebraska for the educational services for the 2011-2012 school year.

I am seeking approval of the contract with Alpha School in Omaha, Nebraska for educational services for the 2011-2012 school year.

F. Approval of contract with the Nebraska Center for the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired for educational services for the 2011-2012 school.

I am seeking approval of the contract with the Nebraska Centerfor the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired for educational services for the 2011- 2012 school year.

G. Approval of contract with Educational Service Unit #3 for special education services for the 2011-2012 school year.

I am seeking approval of the contract with Educational Service Unit #3 for contracted special education services for the 2011-2012 school year.

H. Approval of Sharing Agreement with Fremont-Mills for Mentoring Coordinator

I am seeking approval of a Sharing Agreement with the Fremont-Mills Community School District for the Mentoring Coordinator for the 2011-2012 school year.

I. Approval of the BackPack Program Partner Agreement with the Food Bank of the Heartland.

I am seeking approval of the BackPack Program Partner Agreement with the Food Bank of the Heartland.

J. Election of Candidate to Green Hills AEA Boa rd Director District Number 7

The Board will be asked to cast a vote for a candidate for director of District Number 7 for the Green Hills Area Education Agency Board of Directors. One candidate has filed the Statement of Candidacy for election to the office.

K. Approval of TQ Committee Membership

Enclosed is a list of those staff members who have been appointed to the TQ Committee. I am seeking approval of those members.

L. Approval of Appointment of Sexual Harassment Officer

I am seeking approval of the reappointment of Kerry Newman as the district's Sexual Harassment Officer for 2011-2012.

M. Approval of Appointment of Alternate Sexual Harassment Officer

I am seeking approval of the reappointment of Kevin Farmer as the district's Alternate Sexual Harassment Officerfor 2011-2012.

N. Approval of Appointment of Equity Officer

I am seeking approval of the reappointment of Joe Giangreco as the district's Equity Officer for 2011-2012.

3. ADJOURNMENT Motion

UPCOMING MEETINGS - To Be Determined

September 26, 2011 Special Meeting Agenda

September 23, 2011

To: All School Board Members Voting Orders:

Dave Blum – At-Large ‘13

From: Devin Embray, Superintendent Henry Clark – At-Large ‘13

Craig Patzer – At-Large ‘15

Theresa Romens – At-Large ‘15

Ann Staiert – At-Large ‘13

Re: Special Meeting on Monday, September 26, 2011 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Meet at the Print Shop. Tour of the Print Shop, Technology Office and Middle School

Special Meeting – 3:00 p.m.
1.	PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Call to Order
2.	Tour of Print Shop, Technology Office and Middle School
3.	ADJOURNMENT	Motion
UPCOMING MEETINGS: Regular Board Meeting – October 10 – 6 p.m.
Special Board Meeting – October 24 – 6 p.m.

2011 - 2012 Board Meeting Agendas

April 16, 2012 Special Meeting Agenda

April 25, 2012 Interview for Site Visit Agenda

April 9, 2012 Public Hearing and Board Meeting Agenda

August 15, 2011 Board Meeting Agenda

December 12, 2011 Work Session and Board Meeting Agenda

February 13, 2012 Public Hearing and Board Meeting Agenda

January 16, 2012 Town Hall Meeting Agenda

January 23, 2012 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

January 31, 2012 Super Board Meeting Agenda

January 4, 2012 Work Session Agenda

January 5, 2012 Exchange of Proposals Agenda

January 9, 2012 Work Session and Board Meeting Agenda

July 11, 2011 Board Meeting Agenda

June 11, 2012 Board Meeting Agenda

June 29, 2012 Special Meeting Agenda

March 12, 2012 Board Meeting Agenda

March 26, 2012 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

March 31, 2012 Work Session Agenda

May 14, 2012 Board Meeting Agenda

May 29, 2012 Special Meeting Agenda

May 29, 2012 Super Board Meeting Agenda

November 14, 2011 Work Session and Board Meeting Agenda

November 16-17, 2011 IASB Convention Agenda

November 28, 2011 Special Meeting & Work Session Agenda

November 7, 2011 Work Session Agenda

October 20, 2011 Special Meeting and Work Session Agenda

September 19, 2011 Board Meeting Agenda

September 26, 2011 Special Meeting Agenda