Glenwood Community School District
Public Hearing of the Board of Directors
6:45 P.M. Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 7:00 P.M. High School Media Center
Monday, April 9, 2012
Call to Order
President Romens called the public hearing to order at 6:45 p.m.
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Ann Staiert, Henry Clark, Craig Patzer and Dave Blum.
Public Hearing
At 6:45 p.m. a public hearing was held to approve the budget for the 2012-13 fiscal year. There were no stated objections, written or oral, to the budget for fiscal year 2012-2013.
The public hearing was over at 7:00 p.m.
The regular meeting started at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Spotlight on Education
None
Friends of Education
None
Consideration of Action on Consent Items
Dave Blum made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M with Board Policies
500.2 and 500.3 pulled out. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted "aye". Motion Carried.
4A - Approval of Minutes
Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on March 12, 2012, the special meeting and work session on March 26, 2012 and the work session on March 31, 2012.
4B – Approval of Agenda
4C – Approval of Board Policies
Second Reading Approvals:
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POLICY NO
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POLICY NAME
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402.2
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Substitutes for Licensed Personnel.
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500
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Student Enrollment and Attendance
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500.1
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Student Enrollment in District
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500.4
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Student Transfer into and out of District
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500.5
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Open Enrollment Procedures as a Sending District
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500.6
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Open Enrollment Procedures as a Receiving District
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500.7
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Open Enrollment Procedures as an Alternative Receiving District
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500.8
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Shared-Time/Dual Enrolled Students
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500.9
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Home School Assistance Program
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500.10
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Student Attendance
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500.10R
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Student Attendance Regulations
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500.11
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Compulsory Attendance
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500.13
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Student Attendance Records
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500.14
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Insufficient Classroom Space
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500.15
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Class Size – Class Grouping
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501.7E
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Search and Seizure Checklist
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604.6CF
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Consent to Student Use of the District’s Computers, Computer Network Systems, and Internet Access
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604.6GF
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Staff Acceptable Use Agreement
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604.7
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Laptop Computer Policy – New Policy
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604.8
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Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District’s Computers, Computer Network Systems, and Internet Access – New Policy
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604.9
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Field Trips and Excursions – Code Number Change Only
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604.10
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Homework – Code Number Change Only
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4D – Approval of Board Policies
First Reading Approvals:
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POLICY NO
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POLICY NAME
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501
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Student Behavior and Discipline – No Change
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501.1
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Student Code of Conduct – No Change
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501.2
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Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment – No Change
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501.2CF
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Anti-Bullying and Anti Harassment Complaint Form – No Change
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501.2WF
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Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Witness Form – No Change
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501.2P
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Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Investigation Procedures – No Change
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501.3
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Possession and/or Use of Weapons – No Change
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501.4
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Possession and/or Use of Illegal Controlled Substance – No Change
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501.5
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Student Suspension – No Change
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501.6
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Student Expulsion – No Change
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501.7
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Search and Seizure – No Change
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501.7R
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Search and Seizure Regulations – No Change
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501.8
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Student Lockers – No Change
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501.9
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Questioning of Students – No Change
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501.9R
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Questioning of Students Regulations – No Change
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501.10
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Use of Video Cameras on School Property – No Change
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408.4
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Political Activities of Staff Personnel – 2nd Read March – New revisions
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500.16R1
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Truancy Regulations – Adopted March– Now have revisions
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500.16E1
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Letter to Parent/Guardian(s) Regarding Attendance – Adopted March – Now have revisions
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604.6
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Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the Internet – 2nd Read March -
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4E – New Hires
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NAME
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ASSIGNMENT
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SALARY
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Tyler Copsey
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Substitute Teacher
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$113 per day
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Jedd Taylor
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HS Guidance Counselor
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$51,056.09 (Includes TSS)
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Jeff Bissen
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Activities Director
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$60,000.00
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Jennifer Junto
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High School Art
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$48,042.39 (Includes TSS) Contingent upon receipt of Iowa Teaching License and Original Transcripts
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Andrea Williams
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1:1 PK Associate
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$9.29 per hour
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4F – Resignations
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NAME
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ASSIGNMENT
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DATE
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Alyssa Rogge
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High School Math
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End of 2011-2012 SY
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Andrea Bourbonais
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Food Service Cook
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April 5, 2012
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Mary Lee
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Assistant Play Director
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End of 2011-2012 SY
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Tracy Major
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1:1 Preschool Associate
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March 22, 2012
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Mary Finn
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Northeast Media Associate
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May 30, 2012
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Carmen Pazzi
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Substitute Food Service Worker
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March 27, 2012
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Stephanie Meggers
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High School Language Arts
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End of 2011-2012 SY
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Kim Blanchard
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Special Education Resource Teacher
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End of 2011-2012 SY
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4G–Terminations
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NAME
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ASSIGNMENT
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DATE
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Stephanie Lewis
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Special Education Associate
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April 9, 2012
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4H – Open Enrollments
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STUDENT
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RECEIVING DISTRICT
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DATE RECEIVED
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Tyler K
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Lewis Central CSD – Kindergarten Student
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03/23/2012
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Xander M
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Glenwood CSD – Kindergarten Student
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03/28/2012
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4I – Approval of Financial Reports
Financial reports as of March 31, 2012 were approved.
4J – Fundraiser Requests
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GROUP
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FUNDRAISER
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PURPOSE
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TARGET
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DATES
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MS Student Council
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Spring Dance
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FY 13 start up funds; Float
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$500
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04/13/2012
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4K – Out of State Travel
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DATE
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ACTIVITY
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DESTINATION
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REQUESTED BY
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05/07/2012
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Battle of the Books
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Bennington, NE
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Gayla Berringer
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07/6-13/2012
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National FCCLA Star Events
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Orlando, FL
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Janis Moore
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4L – Overnight Travel Requests
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DATE
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ACTIVITY
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DESTINATION
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REQUESTED BY
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4/26-27/2012
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Drake Relays
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Des Moines, Iowa
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Mark Starner and track team
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6/25-28/2012
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Software Unlimited Training
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Iowa City, Iowa
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Dana Jewett
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5/4-5/2012
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Boys Soccer Tournament
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Waverly, Iowa
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Shane Keeling & Players
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4/27-28/2012
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Girls Soccer Tournament
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Adel, Iowa
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Caitlin McIntosh & Players
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7/6-13/2012
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National FCCLA Star Events
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Orlando, Florida
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Janis Moore/FCCLA members
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5/10-11/2012
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Iowa Bandmaster Association
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Des Moines, Iowa
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Pete Jacobus & Dan Schoening
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4M – Grant Requests
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NAME
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PURPOSE
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AMOUNT
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None
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The Board discussed Board Policy 500.2. Following discussion, Craig Patzer made a motion to approve Board Policy 500.2 as presented. Henry Clark seconded the motion. Patzer, Romens, Blum and Staiert voted yes. Clark voted no. Motion carried.
The Board discussed Board Policy 500.3. Following discussion, Ann Staiert made a motion to approve Board Policy 500.3 as presented. Henry Clark seconded the motion. Patzer, Romens, Blum and Staiert voted yes. Clark voted no. Motion carried.
Announcements and Communications Comments from Public
This time is reserved for patrons and Board members to speak to items not on the agenda and to request to speak to any items on the current agenda. There were no comments from the public.
Comments from Board
Theresa commented on the Super Board Meeting in Corning. Dave Blum thanked everyone for attending the Saturday morning work session on March 31, 2012.
Presentations
There were no presentations.
Reports
Building Administrators, Director of Special Education, Activities Director, Kids Place Director, Technology Director, Food Service Director, Director of Operations, Print Shop and School Improvement reported on their respective buildings or areas of assignment.
Old Business
None
New Business
A.Approval of the FY13 Budget
Dave Blum made a motion to approve the budget for the 2012-2013 school year as published. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
B. Approval of Special Pay Plan
Henry Clark made a motion to approve the special pay plan for the district retirees. Under the special pay plan, the retirement incentive check will be written to Mid America Retirement Solutions instead of the retiree, saving each person the Social Security and Medicare taxes. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
C. Approval of Letter of Intent with Mid American Energy
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the letter of intent to grant an underground electric easement to Mid American Energy. Henry Clark seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
D.Approval of Student Teaching Agreement with University of Nebraska at Omaha
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the student teaching and practicum experiences agreement with the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E. Approval of Proposed Student and Staff Handbook Changes
Craig Patzer made a motion to approve the proposed changes for the 2012-13 students and staff handbooks as presented. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
F. Approval to Bid Vehicles
Following the review of the vehicle assessment report, Craig Patzer made a motion to approve bidding the following vehicles: Two (2) buses, Two (2) Type II Vehicles – A Suburban and a Van Plow Truck. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
G. VOIP Phone System
Following discussion, Ann Staiert made a motion to approve, spec and design, and to solicit competitive quotes for a VOIP Phone System. This phone system will allow the entire district to be on the same system. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
H. Wireless Upgrade at High School
Following discussion, Dave Blum made a motion to approve, spec and design, and to solicit competitive quotes for a more robust wireless system at the high school. Henry Clark seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
I. Approval of Application for E-Membership with Energy Association of Iowa Schools
Dave Blum made a motion to approve for the school district to join the Energy Association of Iowa Schools at a cost of $1 per student. Based on our last certified count the cost would be $2,018.91. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
J. Approval of Agreement with Spiral Communications
Following discussion, Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the agreement with Spiral Communications for 150 mbps Ethernet internet over fiber for a monthly cost of $3,598. Henry Clark seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K. Approval of Termination Agreement For Flex Spending Third Party Administrator
Craig Patzer made a motion to approve terminating the agreement with Wellmark as the third party administrator for the school district’s flex spending account effective July 1, 2012. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
L. Approval of Agreement For Flex Spending Third Party Administrator
Dave Blum made a motion to approve the agreement with Employee Benefit Systems as the third party administrator for the school district’s flex spending account effective July 1, 2012. Henry Clark seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
M. Approval of Agreement For Partial Self Funding Third Party Administrator
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the agreement with Employee Benefit Systems as the third party administrator for the school district’s partial self funding for health insurance effective July 1, 2012. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Dave Blum and seconded by Craig Patzer to adjourn the regular meeting 8:28 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Theresa Romens, Board President Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary
Negotiations strategy session
The board held a negotiations strategy session.