Board of Education minutes archived
October 17, 2006
SILVER LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SILVER LAKE, KANSAS 66539
U.S.D. 372 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting
March 14, 2007
Members Present: Brad Bryant, Cheri Corwin, Sam Grant, Cindy Hawkins, Cindy Hill, Susan Runyan, and Clint Wichman were present.
Others Present: Dr. Steve Pegram, Superintendent; Larry Winter, Jr/Sr High School Principal; Jim Lindstrom, Jr/Sr High School Vice-Principal; Ronda Dewey, Grade School Principal; Shellie Priddy, Board Clerk; & guests.
Call to Order: Runyan called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm in the grade school music room.
Approval of Agenda: Agenda was approved 7-0 with A2 being replaced by A2 including Mark Workman.
Bryant made the motion and Corwin with the second.
Approval of Minutes:The board approved the minutes of the February 14, 2007 meeting. Motion made by Hill and seconded by Hawkins. Approved 7-0.
Welcome Guests: Runyan welcomed all guests.
Positive Comments: Bryant congratulated the wrestlers on their strong finish at State. Corwin recognized the journalism students for their accomplishments at Regionals and moving on to the State competition. Hill applauded those involved in league vocal and band. Runyan admired the fact that our district offered help to Nemaha Valley School for their recent fire disaster.
Public Communications:
Kristin Herndon and 3 of her students gave a report to the board regarding the League Art Competition.
Jamie Manhart-Not present
Dale Glenn, with GLPM, reported information to the board regarding the bond issue.
Financial Report:
Three-Year Expense Comparison-Discussed
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B O A R D C O N S E N T I T E M S
C1 Approve Payment of the Bills and Treasurer’s Report
C2 Breakfast Waiver
Bryant made a motion to approve the consent items and Corwin seconded. Approved 7-0.
R E P O R T S
BOE Member Reports-
- Long Range Plan-Reviewed
Principal Report: (Written reports attached with the official minutes in the district office)
Winter-Discussed course changes. The board approved the changes presented for the 2007/2008 courses offered. Hawkins made the motion and Corwin seconded. Approved 7-0.
The changes included:
Phase out Developmental English classes over the next few years with Dev. English I being dropped this next year. Dev. Eng. II and III will be combined for next year.
Replace Pre-Alg. With Alg. A and Alg. B. Students would enroll in one block each day for both semesters earning two credits. Enrollment is by school recommendation only.
Add Forensic Science as a new science class.
Due to software changes, separate Accounting I & II.
Add a class for second semester for students that have failed a Math or English class first semester. This would allow them an opportunity to earn back the credit.
Physical Science will now become Earth/Space Science for all freshmen to take. This is due to a Qualified Admissions change.
Dewey-GS classes gathering items to send to Nemaha Valley. Read across America was a big hit with the students. Dewey acknowledged the staff and teachers for their help volunteering at the “Reading Round-up” for the 1st and 2nd graders. The 3rd grade is done with state assessments before spring break.
Lindstrom-Discussed additional coach needed due to large numbers out for baseball. Winter sports coach’s evaluations are done.
ISS: The board made a motion to allow the high school principals to modify the student handbook section on Detention and In-School-Suspension (ISS) as needed after spring break. This motion was made by Grant and seconded by Bryant and approved 7-0.
Prior Discussion:
- BOE Attorney Survey-Tabled until next month
- Track-Discussed
- Special Ed. Director-Discussed
New Discussion:
- Track Use Request-A group named Cornerstone has requested permission to hold practices on the school’s track. This group does not reside in the district. Policy is to get a written form of permission completed and a copy of their liability insurance policy before they may hold practices on the track.
- Kindergarten Numbers 2007/2008-Discussed
- Additional Baseball Coach-Discuss later under action items
- Rule 10 Letter-Mailed out, May 1st determine date
- Other-Information mailing going out on the bond issue
B O A R D A C T I O N I T E M S
A1 BOE Policies-The BOE approved the policies BE-School Board Records, CN-Public Records, and CYA-Document Production, Including Electronic Information, as presented. Hawkins made the motion to approve and Grant made the second. Passed 7-0.
A2 Employment of Personnel-The BOE approved the contract of Pamela Tipton for the additional math position, to include $45,000 in salary, insurance, and follow the negotiated agreement where applicable and Mark Workman as assistant baseball coach for the 2007 season. Hawkins made the motion to approve and Grant seconded. Passed 7-0.
A3 School Calendar Revision-The BOE approved the revised 2007/2008 school calendar as presented.
Grant made the motion to approve the revised calendar and Hawkins seconded. Approved 7-0.
A4 Bus Bids-Motion is for the BOE to issue a cancelable purchase order to Allied Bus Sales in the amount of $68,734, for the purchase of a 2008 International, 65 passenger bus. The district will not accept delivery before July 1, 2007, unless it is determined there is sufficient funds to pay for the bus in the 2006/2007 budget. Hill made the motion to approve and Corwin seconded. Passed 7-0.
E X E C U T I V E S E S S I O N- (3 Sessions)
There was a 5-minute break.
1. At 8:05 pm, Runyan made a motion to go into executive session for 20 minutes. Bryant seconded the motion and it passed 7-0.
The board moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the board return to the open meeting at 8:25 pm. The executive session is required due to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual. The Board, Pegram, Winter, Lindstrom, Dewey and Donna Whiteman, KASB attorney were present.
--The board returned to regular session at 8:25 pm. (NO ACTION TAKEN)
2. At 8:26 pm, Grant made a motion to go into executive session for 10 minutes. Runyan seconded the motion and it passed 7-0.
The board moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing matters relating to employer-employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative or representatives of the body or agency and that the board return to the open meeting at 8:36 pm. The executive session is required due to protect the districts right to the confidentiality of its negotiating position, and the public interest. The Board, Pegram and Donna Whiteman, KASB attorney were present.
--The board returned to regular session at 8:36 pm. (NO ACTION TAKEN)
3. At 8:40 pm, Grant made a motion to go into executive session for 20 minutes. Corwin seconded the motion and it passed 7-0.
The board moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the board return to the open meeting at 9:00 pm. The executive session is required due to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual. The Board and Donna Whiteman, KASB attorney were present.
--At 9:00 pm, the board returned to the regular session and voted to go back into executive session for 10 minutes. Bryant made the motion and Corwin seconded. Passed 7-0.
--At 9:10 pm, the board returned to regular session and voted to go back into executive session for 10 minutes. Runyan made the motion and Grant seconded. Passed 7-0.
--At 9:20 pm, the board returned to regular session and voted to go back into executive session for 20 minutes. The Board, Donna Whiteman, KASB attorney, and Dewey were present.
--At 9:40 pm, the board returned to regular session and voted to go back into executive session for 20 minutes. The Board, Donna Whiteman, KASB attorney and Pegram were present.
--At 10:00 pm, the board returned to regular session. (NO ACTION TAKEN ON SESSION #3)
Adjournment- Wichman made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Runyan seconded. Passed 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 10:15 pm.
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Susan Runyan, Board President Shellie Priddy, Board Clerk
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Dated
SILVER LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 372
SILVER LAKE, KANSAS 66539
U.S.D. 372 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting
February 14, 2007
Members Present: Clint Wichman, Cindy Hawkins, Cindy Hill, Sam Grant, Susan Runyan and Brad Bryant. Entered meeting at 6:10pm: Cheri Corwin
Others Present: Dr. Steve Pegram, Superintendent; Larry Winter, Jr/Sr High Principal; Jim Lindstrom, Jr/Sr High Vice-Principal; Brett Hamilton, Maintenance Director.
Call to Order: Runyan called the meeting to order at 6:03p.m. in the grade school band room.
Approval of Amended Agenda: Bryant made the motion to approve the amended agenda with Hill seconding. 6-0
Approval of Minutes: January 10, 2007: Hawkins made the motion to approve the minutes for the January 10, 2007 meetings with a second from Wichman. 6-0
Welcome Guests: Runyan welcomed all guests in attendance.
Positive Comments: Hill thanked Kay Saia, Deidre Michael, and the KIDS Committee for their effort, time, and commitment to the proposed bond issue. Runyan congratulated State Debate Champions Donnie Hanson and Courtney Brokaw. Hawkins very proud of the Standards of Excellence that the district received and praised the teachers and students for their success.
Public Communications: Dale Glenn of GLPM Architects presented diagrams of building additions and remodeling to be done through proposed bond issue.
B O A R D C O N S E N T I T E M S
=C1 Payment of the Bills and the Treasurer's Report: The BOE approve payment of the bills and the treasurer’s report as presented.
=C2 Driver's Education Fees: The BOE approve driver's education fees to be established at $80 for currently enrolled and in-district students, and out of district fees be established at $150.
=C3 Employment of Personnel: The BOE approve employment of Mr. Jay Monhollon for driver’s ed classroom instruction - $1,200, Mr. Keith Brumley and Mr. Jim Kralick for student driving - $120 per student driver, Ms. Suzi Lindstrom - assistant forensics coach, and Mr. Russell Paulsen - part time Jr./Sr. high school custodian, with salary per classified handbook.
=C4 Coke Contract: The BOE approve the Coca Cola contract as presented.
=C5 Retirement: The BOE accept the retirement of Mrs. Karen Darting.
***Consent Agenda Items were approved 7-0 with Grant making the motion and Wichman
with the second.
REPORTS
BOE Member Reports: Based on a recommendation from the special education committee a motion was made by Grant and seconded by Hawkins to hire a special education director for the district. 7-0
=Long Range Plan
* District Maintenance Equipment/Project Plan
* Track Bids for repairs and overlay
Superintendent Report/BOE Discussion:
3Principal's Reports: Attached and included with official minutes.
Prior Discussion: None
New Discussion:
=District Newsletter-BOE Candidates Information
=Crisis Management & Response-Reviewed
=Board of Education Attorney-Consider and survey surrounding districts
=Other: *Transportation-Policy reviewed for bad weather-place in handbook
*Bus Bid-2008 model purchase in July
*Board Policy CYA, CN, and BE-Action taken next board meeting *Food Service-Audit
BOARD ACTION ITEMS
XA1 School Calendar: The BOE approve the 2007-2008 school calendar.
XA2 Junior/Senior High Asphalt Work: The BOE approve the bid of Bettis Asphalt & Construction for $72,500 to address the south, west, and north, (excluding concession stand area), of the junior/senior high school parking lots. This will be a cancelable purchase order for the work to be paid from the 06-07 or 07-08 school year budget.
XA3 Football Field Improvements: The BOE approve the bid of Midwest Laser Leveling in the amount of $26,287.50 to make necessary repairs and sod the football field. This will be a cancelable purchase order for the work to be paid from the 06-07 or 07-08 school year budget.
***Board Action Items were approved 7-0 with Hill making the motion and Corwin
with the second.
* Runyan called for a 5 minute break before entering executive session.
Executive Session: At 8:00p.m. the BOE moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing matters relating to employer-employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative or representatives of the body or agency and that the board returns to the open meeting at 8:30p.m.. The executive session is required due to protect the districts right to the confidentiality of its negotiating position, and the public interest. Hawkins made the motion to enter executive session and Runyan with the second. 7-0
The BOE returned to the regular session at 8:30p.m.
At 8:33p.m. the BOE moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the board returns to the open meeting at 9:03p.m. The executive session is required due to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual. Grant made the motion to enter executive session and Bryant with the second. 7-0
The BOE returned to the regular session at 9:03p.m.
At 9:05p.m. a motion was made by Hawkins and a second from Hill to return to executive session until 9:15p.m. 7-0
The BOE returned to the regular meeting at 9:15p.m.
Miscellaneous: None
Adjournment: A motion was made at 9:18p.m. to adjourn the regular meeting by Grant and a second by Bryant. 7-0
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Susan Runyan Shannon Reid, Deputy Clerk
Board President Dated:___________________________
SILVER LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SILVER LAKE, KANSAS 66539
U.S.D. 372 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting
January 10, 2007
Members Present: Susan Runyan, Brad Bryant, Sam Grant, Cheri Corwin, Cindy Hawkins, Cindy Hill, and Clint Wichman were present.
Others Present: Dr. Steve Pegram, Superintendent; Larry Winter, Jr/Sr High School Principal; Jim Lindstrom, Jr/Sr High School Vice-Principal; Ronda Dewey, Grade School Principal; Shellie Priddy, Board Clerk; and guests.
Call to Order: Runyan called the meeting to order at 6:02 pm in the grade school music room.
Approval of Agenda: Agenda was approved 7-0. Hawkins made the motion and Hill with the second.
Approval of Minutes:The board approved the minutes of the December 13, 2006 and the January 2, 2007 meetings. Motion made by Bryant and seconded by Corwin. Approved 7-0.
Welcome Guests: Runyan welcomed all guests.
Positive Comments: The board complimented the magazine The Mirror recently issued by Jamie Manhart and her students.
Public Communications:
- Brad Womack-Gave a report to the board regarding the Jr/Sr High School Math Intervention Program that began after Thanksgiving. This program mainly targets students that are receiving a 70% or below in their math classes, but is focusing on students struggling in attendance as well. Mr. Womack,
Mrs. Lane and Mr. Cunningham are leading this project and are assisted by a few other employees as well.
Financial Report:
- Three-Year Expense Comparison-Discussed
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B O A R D C O N S E N T I T E M S
C1 Approve Payment of the Bills and Treasurer’s Report
C2 Employment of Personnel-The BOE approved the employment of Cory Hudson as a para replacement for Lucas Lanning , who was a replacement for Josephene Smith, and the purchase of
Gail Naylor’s planning period for second semester.
C3 National Convention-The BOE approved Dr. Pegram to attend the AASA National Convention to be held March 1-4, 2007, in New Orleans.
C4 Resignation of Personnel-A resignation was added to the consent items as C4. The BOE approved to accept the resignation of Adam Hawkins.
Grant made the motion to approve the board consent items and Hill made the second. Passed 7-0.
R E P O R T S
BOE Member Reports-
- Long Range Plan-Reviewed
Superintendent Report-
- Special Education Report-Dr. Pegram will be checking into a possible Special Education Director position needed for the district.
- KIDS-Bond Counsel will be in the district on Tuesday, January 16th to meet with different groups regarding the bond issue committee ideas.
Principal Report: (Complete reports attached with the official minutes in the district office)
- Ms. Dewey-The after school program began for grades 3,4, and 5, and the 6th grade will be starting next week. This will help prepare some students for the state assessments. The grade school has been preparing 6th grade special education students for transformation into the 7th grade building and atmosphere.
- Mr. Lindstrom-Hydration testing began for wrestlers this year. Body fat testing will probably begin next year.
- Mr. Winter-Stated that Mrs. Manhart and her students did a great job on The Mirror magazine. Regional Debate is in Salina this weekend. The “Exemplary Eagles” helped the senior citizens deliver the meals on wheels.
Prior Discussion:
- Other-The board and Dr. Pegram discussed the problems with the flooring in the first grade classrooms and discussed the bleacher L-brackets at the high school.
New Discussion:
- 2007-2008 Draft School Calendar-Discussed and will review again next month
- Appoint Board Negotiators/Spokesperson-After a brief discussion, the board decided that Hill and Wichman will be the board negotiators and Hawkins will be an alternate.
- Other-
It was discussed the district should open a new position for a math teacher. Dr. Pegram will get that advertised.
It is possible the district may receive a Governor’s Achievement Award.
The district’s student activity eligibility policy was discussed and the high school administrators will review the current policy and report back to the board any suggested changes.
E X E C U T I V E S E S S I O N- (2 Sessions)
At 7:13 pm, Corwin made a motion to go into executive session for 20 minutes. Bryant seconded the motion and it passed 7-0.
1) The board moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the board returns to the open meeting at 7:33 pm. The executive session is required due to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual.
--The board returned to regular session at 7:33 pm. (See action items A1 and A2 below)
B O A R D A C T I O N I T E M S
A1 Building Principal Contracts-The board approved a one-year contract extension for Mr. Winter, Mr. Lindstrom and Ms. Dewey, making Winter’s and Lindstrom’s good through the 2007/2008 school year and Dewey’s good through the 2008/2009 school year as she is ending the first year of a two-year contract. Hawkins made the motion to approve these contracts as stated above with salary to be determined at a later meeting and Bryant made the second.
Approved 7-0.
A2 Superintendent Contract-The board approved a one-year contract extension for Dr. Pegram, making it good through the 2008/2009 school year as he is ending the first year of a two-year contract. Grant made the motion to approve this contract with salary to be determined at a later meeting and Bryant made the second. Approved 7-0.
At 7:35 pm, Hawkins made a motion to go into executive session for 15 minutes. Grant seconded the motion and it passed 7-0.
2) The board moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing matters relating to employer-employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative or representatives of the body or agency and that the board returns to the open meeting at 7:50 pm. The executive session is required due to protect the districts right to the confidentiality of its negotiating position, and the public interest.
--The board returned to regular session at 7:50 pm. (No action taken)
Adjournment- Corwin made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Hill seconded. Passed 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 7:51 pm.
SILVER LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SILVER LAKE, KANSAS 66539
U.S.D. 372 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting
December 13, 2006
Members Present: Susan Runyan, Brad Bryant, Sam Grant, Cheri Corwin, Cindy Hawkins, Cindy Hill, and Clint Wichman were present.
Others Present: Dr. Steve Pegram, Superintendent; Larry Winter, Jr/Sr High School Principal; Jim Lindstrom, Jr/Sr High School Vice-Principal; Brett Hamilton, Maintenance Director; Shellie Priddy, Board Clerk; and guests.
Call to Order: Runyan called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm in the grade school music room.
Approval of Agenda: Agenda was approved 7-0. Bryant made the motion and Grant with the second.
Approval of Minutes:The board approved the minutes of the November 8, 2006 meeting. Motion made by Hill and seconded by Corwin. Approved 7-0.
Welcome Guests: Runyan welcomed all guests.
Positive Comments: Grant praised Tonya McGough and the HS musical performance. He stated that Austin Roberson did a wonderful job on the choreography. Corwin applauded the HS football team for winning state. Hill praised the HS band and jazz band on the concert they put on. She also stated that the HS state football game was just as exciting as it could have been! Runyan gave credit to the school for receiving 12 out of 14 standard of excellence awards. Grant commented on the ACT scores. Wichman complimented Mr. Karlan on his willingness to give him a tour of the wood shop and all the nice projects the students were working on.
Public Communications:
- Shelley Lane-brought 2 students (Jamie Stadler and Colby Haverkamp) to help speak on behalf of the Middle School Leadership program they have been attending and beginning to incorporate into the classroom.
- GLPM Architect Firm-presented to the BOE and the facilities committee drawings to expand district buildings in the event a bond issue is passed.
Financial Report:
- Three-Year Expense Comparison-Discussed
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B O A R D C O N S E N T I T E M S
C1 Approve Payment of the Bills and Treasurer’s Report
C2 Employment of Personnel-The BOE approved employing Adriene Schultes as the high school assistant Forensics coach. They also approved student, James Hansford for a work-study program at the rate of $4 per day.
Hawkins made the motion to approve the board consent items and Hill made the second. Passed 7-0.
R E P O R T S
BOE Member Reports-
Long Range Plan-Reviewed
Special Education Report-Not meet again until January or February unless an issue arises
Coop-Unofficially has decided not to accept our district. Discussed possibly hiring a Special Education/Gifted Director
Principal Report: (Complete reports attached with the official minutes in the district office)
- Mr. Winter-Reported that four Debate students qualified for CFL to be held in Houston, TX.
Also, Mr. Winter reported that the Jr/Sr High recently implemented an intervention of sorts for students struggling in Math. Those students are now able to get additional help during their study time. He is also looking into installing more lockers at the high school to prepare for a higher number of students moving from the junior high next year. Mr. Winter complimented the teachers and students and everyone else involved in making the recent test scores so impressive.
- Mr. Lindstrom-Noted that Mr. Schooler was needed for the 3rd JH coaching position due to the large number of athletes participating in basketball.
- Ms. Dewey-Not present.
Prior Discussion:
- Other-None
New Discussion:
- District Maintenance Equipment/Project Plan-Discussed
- Facility Use-Discussed
- Technology Acceptable Use Consequences-High School Administrators will take a look at revising the student handbook if needed by April to be approved at May’s BOE meeting.
- Student Academic Data-Discussed
- Other-Discussed the fact that the annual National School Board Convention is coming up April 14-17. They also discussed filing information for board members hoping to run for election, due by January. There are four at-large positions open.
B O A R D A C T I O N I T E M S
A1 Financial Advisory and Campaign Management Services Agreement-The board approved 7-0 that the financial advisory and campaign management services be provided by Mr. Shogren. The financial advisory will be needed should the bond issue pass. The cost of the financial advisory is $3 per $1,000. On a $6,000,000 bond issue, the cost would be $18,000. The cost of the campaign management services is the same, $3 per $1,000. This does not include the cost of informational flyers. The cost of both services traditionally comes from the interest generated from the reinvestment of the bond funds. Both services are contingent upon voter approval of the proposal. Motion was made by Hawkins and seconded by Wichman to approve both the financial advisory and campaign management services agreement as presented above.
E X E C U T I V E S E S S I O N
Break- Hawkins moved to take a break for 5 minutes and then go into executive session until 8:50 pm. Bryant seconded and the motion passed 7-0.
1) The board moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing matters relating to employer-employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative or representatives of the body or agency and that the board returns to the open meeting at 8:50 pm. The executive session is required due to protect the districts right to the confidentiality of its negotiating position, and the public interest.
-The board returned to regular session at 8:50 pm.
NO ACTION TAKEN
2) The board moved to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the board returns to the open meeting at 9:30 pm. The executive session is required due to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual. Grant made the motion and Hawkins made the second. Passed 7-0.
**Hawkins left the meeting at 9:30 pm.
-The board returned to regular session at 9:30 pm and moved to go back into the second executive session for 10 minutes. Grant made the motion and Runyan made the second. Passed 6-0.
-At 9:40, the board returned to the regular session and moved to go back into executive session for 15 minutes.
Runyan made the motion and Grant seconded. Passed 6-0.
At 9:55, the board returned to the regular session.
NO ACTION TAKEN
Adjournment- Bryant made the motion to adjourn the meeting and Grant seconded. Passed 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 9:56 pm.
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Susan Runyan, Board President Shellie Priddy, Board Clerk
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Dated
SILVER LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SILVER LAKE, KANSAS 66539
U.S.D. 372 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting
November 8, 2006
Members Present: Susan Runyan, Brad Bryant, Sam Grant, Cheri Corwin, Cindy Hawkins, Cindy Hill, and Clint Wichman were present.
Others Present: Dr. Steve Pegram, Superintendent; Larry Winter, Jr./Sr. High School Principal; Jim Lindstrom, Jr./Sr. High School Vice Principal; Ronda Dewey, Grade School Principal; Brett Hamilton, Maintenance Director; Shellie Priddy, Board Clerk; and guests.
Call to Order: Runyan called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm in the grade school music room.
Approval of Agenda: Agenda was approved 7-0 as amended adding item A2, rescind Policy B, Method of Election and change C4 Lucas Lanning’s employment to read, “will work the remainder of the semester”, and to move C4 to A3. Also amended was to add under BOE reports an update on special education and technology and revisit the short-term disability policy under other prior discussions. Grant made the motion above and Hill made the second.
Approval of Minutes:The board approved the minutes of the October 11, 2006 meeting. Motion made by Hawkins and seconded by Corwin. Approved 7-0.
Welcome Guests: Runyan welcomed all guests.
Positive Comments: Hill praised Tonya McGough and the HS vocal group and stated they incorporated the new piano into their performance and it sounded great. Hill also complimented the HS select choir on their performance at White Concert Hall. Grant congratulated the HS volleyball team for winning state. Bryant applauded cross-country state medalist (freshman) Jarod Barker and near-medalist (freshman) Peter Ruby. Hawkins gave credit to Mr. Karlan (wood sh