Staples Motley School Board minutes
ISD #2170
Special School Board Meeting #18
Minutes
Monday, Apr. 11, 2016, 6:40 p.m.
HIGH SCHOOL MEDIA CENTER
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order with Longbella, DiGiovanni, Winkels, Freeman, Hoemberg and Lund present (comprising a quorum). The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to adopt the agenda as presented.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to move to a closed session.
Personnel
Preliminary consideration of allegations or charges against an individual subject to the Boards Authority
Adjourn Special Board Meeting
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to adjourn the Special Board Meeting,
Closed Session. Motion Carried.
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ISD #2170
SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION MEETING #19
Minutes
Monday, Apr. 11, 2016 7:00 p.m.
High School Media Center
The meeting was called to order and roll call was taken with Freeman, Longbella, DiGiovanni, Winkels, Freeman, Hoemberg and Lund present (comprising a quorum). Also attending were Supt. Klamm; Business Manager, Lord; Principal Schmidt; three staff; one parent and six students; and recording Secretary, Madison. Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to adopt the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Re-start update
Superintendent Klamm updated the board on a number of restart areas:
Staffing: All returning staff have been assigned to their position for 2016-2017. Some new hires are still needed in several areas.
Transition teams: Teams have been designated for each site and are comprised of staff, parents and students. Elementary and MS teams have already met and more meetings will be scheduled.
Renaming process: A form has been created and will be available to the community to nominate names for the sites. The name of the district and the mascot will not change.Once names have been nominated, the Transition Teams will pick several and those will go to the “Super Transition Team”. This team will be made up of two Board members (Hoemberg and Lund) and several from each site team. The final names will come to the Board on May 16 for final approval.
Moving plans: Planning is still in progress regarding the actual moving of staff and classrooms. Detailed instructions will be devised.
2016-2017
Calendar
Rational for the proposed 2016-2017 calendar was presented with 166 student contact days. This would provide for adequate PLC time and more staff development days for Technology training and integration as we move forward. SMEA asked that another option be presented to staff to vote on. The Board will approve the final 2016-2017 calendar on April 18.
Summer School
K-3 in Staples; 4-7 in Motley; June 13-June 23 (half days) Aug.1- Aug 4 8:00-2:30
Personnel
Community Ed Coordinator Position-proposing a Grade 11; 180 contract with a flexible schedule at $36,988.
New Bus Driver Position-Asking for a new position at the bus garage. The on-call Assistant would aid the transportation supervisor in various capacities, including driving routes, maintenance and other duties as assigned. This position must average at least eight hours per week from Sept. 1 through May 31 to qualify for seniority. The Board will be asked to approve this new position.
Other
Interquest Canine Contract: The Board will be asked to renew the contract for the 2016-2017 school year. Principal Schmidt reported on the visits that were conducted this year. The dogs were able to detect alcohol, tobacco, drugs and gun powder. He feels it is a very effective program.
Refunding Opportunity-
Ms. Lord presented an opportunity through Springsted regarding a Refunding Feasibility Analysis. The Board will be asked to approve a resolution authorizing them to move forward.
Upcoming dates and meetings:
o Tues., April 12, Kindergarten Open House; Elementary; 6:00-7:00 p.m.
o Weds., April 13, NJPA Student Recognition Banquet; Maddens; 5:30-6:30 p.m.
o Mon. April 18, Regular Board Meeting; Motley; 7:00 p.m.
o Weds., April 27; NJPA Teacher of Excellence Awards Banquet
o Tues. May 3; CHS Board Meeting; 4:00 p.m. (Dave)
o Weds. May 4; Dollars for Scholars Awards Night; 7:00 p.m.
o Mon., May 16; Regular Board Meeting; HS Media Center; 7:00 p.m. Adjournment
Motion by Winkels, Seconded by Hoemberg to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
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ISD#2170
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING #17 MINUTES
Monday, March 21, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
HIGH SCHOOL
MEDIA CENTER
The meeting was called to order with Freeman, Longbella, DiGiovanni, Winkels and Hoemberg present (comprising a quorum). Also attending were Supt. Klamm; Business Manager, Lord; Principal Riitters; AD, Travis VanOverbeke, EC Director, Susan Anderson; SMEA reps Hogan and Seipkes; several staff members about 15 students; Staples World Manager, Halvorson; and Recording Secretary, Madson.
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to adopt the agenda with item #20 being deleted and with the addition of item # 22. Motion Carried.
School/Community Forum
Susan Anderson gave an update on Early Childhood programming in the district
Consent Agenda
Motion by Winkels, seconded by DiGiovanni, to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Carried.
Finance Items
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to approve the Financial Report and Authorization to Pay Vouchers. Motion Carried.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to approve the Tentative Budget for FY 2016-2017 at 75 percent of the Current Year’s Budget. Motion Carried.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Hoemberg, to approve the proposal to transfer funds from Tobacco Settlement and Health & Safety as needed rather than making staff reductions at this time. Motion Carried.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Freeman, to approve the Lane Change Request from Marly Simmons from BA to BA +15. Motion Carried.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by DiGiovanni, to approve the PG Credit Reimbursements for Sarah Decker, Valerie Turner, Chris Kappler and Marly Simmons. Motion Carried
Personnel
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Hoemberg, to approve the contract for Denise Johnson; HS Food Service; eff. 3/21/16. Motion Carried
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Hoemberg, to approve the maternity leave request from Elizabeth Wright. Motion Carried.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by DiGiovanni, to approve the one Year Leave of Absence without Pay request for Steve Hoemberg. Motion Carried.
Motion by Hoemberg, seconded by Winkels, to accept the retirement request from Dave Burnham; Bus Driver; eff. June 30, 2016. Motion Carried. Motion Carried. We thank Dave for 15 years as a dedicated driver for our students and wish him the best.
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Longbella, to accept the retirement request from Janet Anderson; SE classroom teacher; eff. 6/2/16. Motion Carried. We thank Janet for 17 years of dedication to the district and wish her the best in retirement.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Hoemberg, to accept the retirement request from Mary Duberowski; Paraprofessional; Eff. 6/30/16. Motion Carried. We thank Mary for her 17 years of dedicated service to our students and wish her the best.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Hoemberg, to accept the retirement request of Jeff Iverson; Band Instructor; eff. 10/28/16. Motion Carried. Jeff has been contributing to our phenomenal music program for 28 years. Thank you Jeff.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to accept the retirement request of Doug Shequen; 6th grade; eff. 6/2/16. Motion Carried. We thank Doug for 33 years of dedicated service to the district as a teacher and a coach and wish him the best in retirement.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Hoemberg, to accept the retirement of Laurel Houselog; Paraprofessional; eff.6/30/16 Motion Carried. We thank Laurel for her 19 years of service to our district and wish her the best.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by DiGiovanni, to approve posting for Choir, Science, and Math. Motion Carried.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Longbella, to approve the 2016-2017 contract for Jon Crust; Instrumental Music; Step 2BA. Motion Carried.
Curriculum and Other
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Winkels, to approve the 2015-2016 Calendar Revision. Motion Carried.
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Longbella, to approve the ATTPPS/QCOMP MOU for 2016-2017. Motion Carried.
Motion by Longbella, seconded by Winkels, to approve the required 2015-2016 Indian Education Parent Committee Resolution. Motion Carried
Policies
Motion by Longbella, seconded by DiGiovanni, to approve revisions and reviews of Policies #412; #714 and #404. Motion Carried.
First Reading of Policy #412.2 Employee Cell Phones (no action)
The April 4 Board Work Session was rescheduled to Monday, April 11.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Hoemberg, to adjourn the meeting at 7:46. Motion Carried.
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