November 9, 2012
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To:
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All School Board Members
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Voting Orders:
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Dave Blum – At-Large ‘13
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From:
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Devin Embray, Superintendent
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Henry Clark – At-Large ‘13
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Ann Staiert – At-Large ‘13
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Craig Patzer – At-Large ‘15
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Theresa Romens – At-Large ‘15
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Re: Regular Meeting – Monday, November 12, 2012 – 7:30 p.m.
Glenwood Community High School Media Center – 504 East Sharp Street
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Regular Meeting – 7:30 p.m.
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1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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A. Call to Order
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2. SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION
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3. FRIENDS OF EDUCATION
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A.
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4. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION ON CONSENT ITEMS
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A. Approval of Minutes
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Motion 4.A.
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I am seeking approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting held October 8, 2012, and the Work Session on October 22, 2012.
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B. Approval of agenda
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Motion 4.B.
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I am seeking approval of the agenda.
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C. Approval of Board Policies - Second Readings
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| Policy # | Policy Name |
| 502.1 | Student Participation in School Sponsered Events |
| 502.1R | Student Participation in School Sponsered Events - Regulations |
| 503 | Student Health and Safety Regulations - No Change |
| 503.1 | Student Health and Immunization Certificates |
| 503.2 | Student Health Services - No Change |
| 503.2R | Student Health Services Regulations |
| 503.3 | Student Special Health Services - No Change |
| 503.3R | Student Speical Health Services Regulations |
| 503.4 | Administration of Medication to Student - No Change |
| 503.4R | Administration of Medication to Student Regulations |
| 503.4F | Parental Authorization and Release Form for the Administration of Medication to Student |
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Communical Diseases |
| 503.5C | Communicable Diseases Chart - Concise Descriptions and Recommendations for Exclusion of Cases from School - No Change |
| 503.5L | Reportable Communicable Diseases List - No Change |
| 604.8F1 | Add URL to Blocked Status Form - New |
| 604.8F2 | Removal of URL from Blocked Status Form - New |
| 604.8F3 | Bona Fide Research/Other Lawful Purpose Form for Disabling Internet Filtering Software - New |
| 604.9 | Propsed Web Site Disclaimer |
| 604.10 | Outside Resource People - (Code Number Change only - From 604.9) |
| 604.11 | Field Trips and Excursions (Code Number Change Only - From 604.10 |
| 604.12 | Homework (Code Number Change Only - From 604.11) |
I am seeking approval of the above policy’s second reading.
D. Approval of Board Policies – First Readings Motion 4.D.
| Policy # | Policy Name |
| 604.6 | Appropriate Use of District Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access |
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604.7 |
Laptop Computer and/or Tablet Policy - Delete |
| 604.7CF | Consent to Student Use of the District's Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access |
| 604.7GF | Staff Acceptance Form and Consent to Use of the District's Technology, Network Systems and Internet Access |
| 604.8 | Implementation of Technology Protection Measures Regarding the Use of the District's Technology, Network Systems, and Internet Access |
| 604.8P | App Procedures |
I am seeking approval of the above policy’s first reading.
E. NEW HIRES Motion 4.E.
| Name | Assignment | Salary |
| Carlos Lopez-Ruiz | Part-time mechanic | $8.63 per hour |
| Jeremy Ryan | Special Education Associate | $9.29 per hour |
| Shane Keeling | Head MS Boys Basketball | $2,420 |
| Ryan Koch | Assist MS Boys Basketball | $1,760 |
| Linda Boles | Temporary Payroll Secretary | $13.93 per hour |
| Douglas Good | Authorized Substitute Teacher | $104 per day |
| Carol Mitts | Subsitute Teacher | $114 per day |
| Clarence Seale | Authorized Substitue Teacher | $104 per day |
| Teresa Gorman | Substitute Teacher | $114 per day |
| Kristel Mayberry | Substitute Teacher | $114 per day |
| Lisa Shelton | Substitute Teacher |
$114 per day |
| Hannah Jackson | Current Operations/Maintenance Secretary - Increase in hours from 7.5 hours per day to 8.0 hours per day | $11.02 per hou |
I am seeking approval of the above new hires.
F. TRANSFERS Motion 4.F.
None
I am seeking approval of the above transfers within the district.
G. RESIGNATIONS Motion 4.G.
| Name | Assignment | Effective Date |
| Richard Manley | Part-time Grounds and Maintenance | November 1, 2012 |
| Mitch Rew | Head MS Boys Basketball | October 11, 2012 |
| Joel Simms | Assis MS Boys Basketball | October 11, 2012 |
| Justin Spahn | Bus Driver | October 16, 2012 |
| Jerry (Brice) Murphy | Child Care Provider | October 26, 2012 |
| Traci Hunt | Child Care Provider | November 16, 2012 |
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 Motion 4.I.
| Student Name | Receiving District | Date Received |
| Brydon H. | Glenwood | November 7, 2012 |
| Tayleigh H | Glenwood | November 7, 2012 |
I am seeking approval of the two Open Enrollment Applications listed above.
J. Approval of Financial Reports Motion 4.J.
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Approval of Bills – Director Blum will have reviewed the bills
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Vendor Report
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Board Report
K. Fundraising Requests Motion 4.K.
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Group Description of Event Purpose
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Target Amount
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Dates
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Girls/Boys Basketball
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Black/Gold Scrimmage
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Equipment, shirts, training aids
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$1,000
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11/17/2012
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Spanish Club
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Dance
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Spanish club trip
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$600
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10/26/2012
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Student Council
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Coffee Shop
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Supplies and AP Exams
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$500
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11/15-12/21/12
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Student Council
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Powder Puff Tournament
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Donation to Cystic Fibrosis
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$150-$300
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11/18/2012
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Bowling Club
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Raffle
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Reduce cost of bowling
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$1,000
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11/20-12/21/12
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Builders Club
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MS Dance
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Flag; Donation to Back Pack & Storehouse
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$800
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11/16/2012
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FCCLA
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Change Drive
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Donation to Children's Miracle Network
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$1,000
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12/3-14/12
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Girls Basketball
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Concessions
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Shooting Machine; Shirts
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$300
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11/2/2012
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K-Kids
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Donations
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Donation to Red Cross for Hurricane Sandy
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AMAP
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11/13-26/12
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Wrestling
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Adopt-A-Wrestler
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Banners;board;extra gear; shirts
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$600
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11/12-12/31/12
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I am seeking approval of the above fundraisers.
L. Out of State Travel Motion 4.L.
| Activity | Date | Destination | Requested By |
| Conference on Diets for Special Needs Children | 11/12-13/2012 | Minneapolis, MN | Beth Burgess |
| Google Headquarters | 12/5-7/2012 | Moutain View, CA | Devin Embray |
| Google Headquarters | 12/5-7/2012 | Moutain View, CA | Ann Staiert |
| Google Headquarters | 12/5-7/2012 | Mountain View, CA | Kim Payne |
| Google Headquarters | 12/5-7/2012 | Mountain View, CA | Heidi Stanley |
I am seeking approval of the above out-of-state trips.
M. Overnight Stay Requests Motion 4.M.
| Activity | Requested By | Date | Destination |
| IASBO Conference | Shirley Lundgren | 10/25-26/2012 | Des Moines, IA |
| ISFLC Conference | Devin Embray | 12/12-13/2012 | Des Moines, IA |
| ISFLC Conference | Shirley Lundgren | 12/12-13/2012 | Des Moines, IA |
| SAI Executive Leaders Mtg | Devin Embray | 10/25-26/2012 | Ankeny, IA |
| PLTW Conference | Collen Confer | 11/12-13/2012 | Altoona, IA |
| SAMS Conference | Kerry Newman | 11/29-30/2012 | Des Moines, IA |
| SAMS Conference | Rick Nickerson | 11/29-30/2012 | Des Moines, IA |
| Conference on Diets for Speical Needs Children | Beth Burgess | 11/12-13/2012 | Minneapolis, MN |
| Google Headquarter | Devin Embray | 12/5-7/2012 | Mountain View, CA |
| Google Headquarter | Ann Staiert | 12/5-7/2012 | Mountain View, CA |
| Google Headquarter | Heidi Stanley | 12/5-7/2012 | Mountain View, CA |
| Google Headquarter | Kim Payne | 12/5-7/2012 | Mountain View, CA |
| IASB Convention | D. Embray, D. Blum, H. Clark, A. Staiert, C. Patzer | 11/14-15/2012 | Des Moines, IA |
I am seeking approval of the above overnight stay requests
N. Grant Requests
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I am seeking approval of the above grant request.
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5. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
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A. Comments from Public
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B. Comments from Board
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6. REPORTS
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A. Building Administrator Reports
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1. High School
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2. Middle School
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3. West Elementary
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4. Northeast Elementary/Early Childhood Center
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5. Building Bridges Learning Center
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B. Activities Director Report
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C. Kid’s Place Director’s Report
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D. Technology Report
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E. Food Service Report
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F. Transportation/Building & Grounds Report
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G. Print Shop
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H. School Improvement Report
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7. OLD BUSINESS – None
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8. NEW BUSINESS
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A. Approval of Actuary for GASB 27
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Motion
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I am seeking approval of J. Robert Hopson as the District’s actuary for GASB 27. The auditors requested the district have an actuary figure for the District’s Retirement Incentive liability.
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B. Approval of SBRC Application
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Motion 8.B.
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I am seeking approval of the SBRC Application for Increased Enrollment, in the amount of $43,207 and for Open Enrollment Out, in the amount of $51,182, for a total of $94,389.
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C. Approval of Annual Growth Plan S
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tipends for Administrators Motion
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I am requesting approval of the Annual Growth Plan stipends for all administrators.
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D. Approval of the 1:1 Computer Initi
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ative Motion 8.D.
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I am seeking approval to move ahead with the 1:1 Computer Initiative
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E. Approval to Obtain a Loan, if needed, to Fund the 1:1 Computer Initiative Motion
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I am seeking approval to obtain a loan, not to exceed $700,000, to fund the 1:1 Computer Initiative, if needed.
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F. Approval of Medicaid Coordinator Service Addendum
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Motion 8.F.
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I am seeking approval of the Medicaid Coordinator Service Addendum. The addendum consists of additional responsibilities on the part of both parties, as well as a change in the fee, which will equal 8% of the net Medicaid reimbursement retained by the District.
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G. Approval to hire KPE for the design and specifications for the lighting at the soccer field.
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Motion 8.G.
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I am seeking approval to hire KPE, in the amount of $12,300, for the design and specifications for lighting at the soccer field.
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H. Approval of Increase in FTE
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Motion
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I am seeking approval of the increase in FTE for two Title I teachers (from .50 and .60 FTE to .75 each FTE). The increase is due to the available funding from Title I. Both teachers will return to their original 2012-13 FTE status should the funding not be available for 2013-14.
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I. Approval of quote for cafeteria tables
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Motion 8.I.
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I am seeking approval of the quote from V.i.P.S. for 16 cafeteria tables, at a total price of $24,961.63.
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J. Retirement Incentive Policies for 2013-2014
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Discussion
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In staying with past practice I am seeking Board discussion on the plan for the 2013- 2014 school year. The plan for this year was determined last year to be 80% of the current salary minus the base for certified staff and 38% of the salary for classified staff.
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ADJOURNMENT
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Motion
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Upcoming Meetings - December 10, 2012 – Glenwood Comm. High School Media Center – 5:00 p.m
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