Glenwood Community School District
Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors 7:00 P.M. High School Media Center
Monday, May 14, 2012
Call to Order
President Romens called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Roll Call
Upon roll call the following Board members responded as being present: President Romens, Ann Staiert, Craig Patzer and Dave Blum. Henry Clark arrived at 7:34 p.m.
Spotlight on Education
Vocal Jazz students were recognized for winning the State 3A Vocal Jazz Championship; Jazz Band students were recognized for earning 7th at State Jazz Band Championship; Individual and Large Group students were recognized for their fantastic year and Jacy Embray was recognized for winning the Best of the Best at the Juried Art Competition.
Friends of Education
None
Consideration of Action on Consent Items
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the consent agenda including items 4A through 4M. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
4A - Approval of Minutes
Minutes were approved from the regular meeting on April 9, 2012, and the special meeting and work session on April 16, 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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501
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Student Behavior and Discipline
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501.1
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Student Code of Conduct
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501.2
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Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment
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501.2CF
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Anti-Bullying and Anti Harassment Complaint Form
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501.2WF
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Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Witness Form
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501.2P
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Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment Investigation Procedures
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501.3
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Possession and/or Use of Weapons
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501.4
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Possession and/or Use of Illegal Controlled Substance
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501.5
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Student Suspension
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501.6
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Student Expulsion
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501.7
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Search and Seizure
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501.7R
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Search and Seizure Regulations
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501.8
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Student Lockers
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501.9
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Questioning of Students
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501.9R
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Questioning of Students Regulations
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501.10
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Use of Video Cameras on School Property
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408.4
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Political Activities of Staff Personnel
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500.16R1
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Truancy Regulations
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500.16E1
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Letter to Parent/Guardian(s) Regarding Attendance
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604.6
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Appropriate Use of Computers, Computer Network Systems, and the Internet
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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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104
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Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination, Non-Harassment, Non-Retaliation
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500.17
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Equal Educational Opportunity – New Policy
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500.18
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Equal Educational Opportunity Program – New Policy
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602.13
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Multicultural/Gender Fair Education – New Policy
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4E – New Hires
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4F – Transfers
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NAME
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ASSIGNMENT
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DATE
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Jennifer Roenfeld
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Transfer from PK Associate to Print Shop Associate
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$8.29 per hour
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Jean Kelly
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Transfer from West Elementary Media Associate to IT Secretary
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$11.02 per hour
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Kim Payne
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Transfer from Middle School Computer/Tech Teacher to IT Coordinator
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TBD
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4G – Resignations
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NAME
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ASSIGNMENT
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DATE
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Jesse Jordan
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Bus Driver
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End of 2011-2012 School Year
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Lois McMullen
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Middle School Media Associate
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End of 2011-2012 School Year
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Kim Payne
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Middle School Yearbook and Newspaper Sponsor
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End of 2011-2012 School Year
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Ryan Koch
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Assist High School Boys Basketball
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End of 2011-2012 School Year
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Ryan Koch
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Assist Middle School Football
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End of 2011-2012 School Year
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Trisha Garrett
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Preschool Associate
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April 11, 2012
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Justun Thies
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Special Education Associate
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May 1, 2012
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Sara Wise
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Child Care Associate
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April 14, 2012
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Bradley Roenfeld
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Child Care Associate
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April 11, 2012
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Lindsay Gauchat
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Child Care Associate
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April 25, 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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Kayla J.
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Glenwood - Moving from out of state
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04/30/2012
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Cole S.
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Glenwood – Kindergarten Student
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04/26/2012
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Harley D.
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Glenwood – Moving from out of state
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05/09/2012
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4I – Approval of Financial Reports
Financial reports as of April 30, 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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West K-Kids
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Red Cross Donation
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Raise money for Thurman, IA tornado victims
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$500-$1000
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4/19/2012
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FCCLA
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Coupon Books
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National Conference
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$10/$15
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5/14-6/25/2012
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FCCLA
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Tip Night
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National Conference
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$150
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6/14/2012
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FCCLA
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Bake Sale
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National Conference
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$100
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6/1/2012
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FCCLA
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Bake Sale
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National Conference
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$100
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6/11/2012
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FCCLA
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Car Wash
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National Conference
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$200
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5/26/2012
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FCCLA
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Car Wash
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National Conference
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$200
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6/2/2012
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FCCLA
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Car Wash
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National Conference
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$200
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6/13/2012
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FCCLA
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Car Wash
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National Conference
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$200
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6/23/2012
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Cheerleaders
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Cheerleading Camp
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Winter competition fees
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$500-$1000
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1/1-1/31/13
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Cheerleaders
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Homecoming Paint
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State Competition
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$500-$1000
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9/14-10/7/12
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Cheerleaders
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Car Wash
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Summer Camp; Homecoming; FY13 Expenses
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$100-$200
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6/16/2012
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Cheerleaders
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Car Wash
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Summer Camp; Homecoming; FY13 Expenses
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$100-$200
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7/14/2012
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Cheerleaders
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Car Wash
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Summer Camp; Homecoming; FY13 Expenses
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$100-$200
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7/21/2012
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Boys XC
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Summer Training
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Tshirts; Friday Treats; Cookout
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NA
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6/1-8/9/12
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4K – Out of State Travel
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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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5/16-17/2012
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IASBO Academy
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Ames, Iowa
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Shirley Lundgren
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6/24-28/2012
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Agricultural Educators Conference
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Ankeny, Iowa
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Jessica Miller
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7/29-31/2012
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FACS Teacher Conference
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Des Moines, Iowa
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Janis Moore
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6/14-15/2012
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Technician Training
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Marshalltown, Iowa
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Michael Williams
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6/26-27/2012
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Iowa Reading Conference
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Ames, Iowa
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Susan Reed
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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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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
There is an ABLE meeting on June 6th at Griswold, IA. The Board will meet for graduation at 1:45 p.m. on May 20th. The end of the school luncheon will be held on May 23rd at 12:45 p.m. The county and city Super Board Meeting will be held on May 29th in the High School Media Center. A facility study meeting will be held on June 25th. Superintendent evaluations are due to Theresa by May 18th.
Presentations
Northeast Elementary Kindergarten teachers presented on their Professional Learning Communities (PLC). Kirsten Rush, Kim Carlson, Julie McMullen, Carol Tedder, Rhonda Lothrop, Derrica Hutchings explained the process and strategies they use as a collaborative team to help improve student learning. A Prezi presentation and data boards were shown.
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
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DE Visit
Superintendent Embray reviewed the Iowa Department of Education Site Visit compliance document.
B. IASB Resolutions
The resolutions from IASB were handed out. Board members should review the resolutions and choose five for the Board to act on at a later meeting.
C. Hardware Platform Rubic
Kyle Eckheart and Judd Bessey talked about technology committee meetings. The school district projected pathway and hardware platform rubric for the 1:1 initiative was discussed. Right now we have a roadmap with two parts – grades K to 5 and grades 6 to 12.
D. Approval to Renew School Center Contract
Dave Blum made a motion to approve the renewal of our contract with School Center for website hosting for the 2012-13 school year. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
E. Meal Price Increases
Craig Patzer made a motion to approve a ten cent increase for student lunch meals (from $2.10 to $2.20); a five cent increase for student breakfast meals (from $1.40 to $1.45); a ten cent increase for adult lunch meals (from $2.90 to $3.00); and a five cent increase for adult breakfast (from $1.70 to $1.75). Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
F. Approval of Bread Bid
Craig Patzer made a motion to approve the bread bid from Sara Lee/Old Home for the 2012-13 school year. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
G. Approval of Milk Bid
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the milk bid from Roberts Dairy for the 2012-13 school year. Henry Clark seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
H. Approval of Summer Projects
Following discussion, Dave Blum made a motion to approve the summer projects as listed in the FY 12/13 column of the five year plan. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
I. Approval of the Five Year Plan
Removed from the agenda
J. Approval of Paper Towel Agreement
Following discussion, Henry Clark made a motion to approve the three year agreement with Omaha Paper for 310 paper towel dispensers and paper towel and toilet paper supplies. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
K. Approval of School Vehicle Proposal
Dave Blum made a motion to approve the purchase of two 2012 eight passenger vans from McMullen Ford in the amount of $22,998 each for a total of $45,996. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
L. Approval of Agreement For Non-DOT Drug Testing
Craig Patzer made a motion to approve the agreement with Iowa Association of School Boards for the Non-DOT Drug Testing option to provide a drug and alcohol testing program for employees who do not hold a CDL. Henry Clark seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
M. Approval of Contract with Nishna Productions
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the contract to purchase services from Nishna Productions for work activity and transportation for two days per week starting June 5, 2012 and ending August 31, 2012. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
N. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with IWCC
Craig Patzer made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Community College for a concurrent enrollment course – College Prep Math I. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
O. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with IWCC
Henry Clark made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa Western Community College for the following concurrent enrollment courses: eCollege/Online courses; High School Instructor Delivered courses; and Secondary Programs courses. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
P. Approval of IASB Membership Dues
Craig Patzer made a motion to approve renewing the school district Iowa Association of School Board membership for the 2012-13 school year at a cost of $5,726. Henry Clark seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Q. Approval of ISFIS Membership Dues
Dave Blum made a motion to approve renewing the school district Iowa School Finance Information Services membership for the 2012-13 school year at a cost of $2,945. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
R. Approval of Student Teaching Agreement with UNI
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the cooperative agreement with the University of Northern Iowa and Education Agencies for student teaching placements for the 2012-14 school years. Dave Blum seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
S. Supplemental Salary Schedule
Dave Blum made a motion to approve the supplemental salary schedule contingent upon ratification by the GEA. Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
T. Exempt Negotiation Strategy Session
The board went into a negotiations strategy session at 9:30 p.m.
U. Exempt Negotiation Strategy Session
The board came out of the negotiation strategy session at 9:50 p.m.
V. Approval of Directors and Administrators Salaries
Dave Blum made a motion to approve a 3% package for Directors and Administrators with the insurance benefit staying the same. Ann Staiert seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
W. Approval of 2012 Graduates
Ann Staiert made a motion to approve the list of 2012 graduates, contingent upon completion of all requirements Craig Patzer seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Adjournment
As there was no further business to come before the Board at this time, a motion was made by Ann Staiert and seconded by Craig Patzer to adjourn the regular meeting 9:52 p.m. All voted “aye”. Motion carried.
Theresa Romens, Board President Shirley Lundgren, Board Secretary