Big Hollow School District #38, Ingleside, Il Boart of Education Regular Board Meeting OFFICIAL MINUTES

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1 Big Hollow School District #38, Ingleside, Il Boart of Education Regular Board Meeting OFFICIAL MINUTES September 17, :00 p.m. Big Hollow Middle School Guests: Jessica Coletto, Melissa Grandt, Kate Lopatowski, Sophia Rogalevich, Heather Komac, Kim Christesen, Renee Zawadzki, LaDon Schneider, Tim Woolever, Dr. Eeva Burns, Tammie Beckwith Schallmo OFFICIAL MINUTES A. Call to Order. President Kueter called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. B. Pledge of Allegiance. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. C. Roll Call. Christine Arndt called the roll with the following members answering present Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster,, Doug. Administration Present: Dr. Christine Demory, Christine Arndt, Lenayn Janusz, Bill Schufreider, Michelle Dzik D. Added Items/Approval of Agenda. President Kueter asked for approval of the agenda as posted. A motion was made by Doug and seconded by Heather Janquart. Upon roll call vote the motion passed 5 ayes, 0 nayes. Aye: Doug, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, Julia Mazur E. Budget Hearing. A motion was made by Kristina Lancaster and seconded by to open the budget hearing. Upon roll call vote the motion passed 5 ayes, 0 nayes. Aye: Kristina Lancaster,, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Doug Mr. Martin McConahay, Interim Business Manger presented a power point presentation regarding the budget. The power point focused on adjustments to revenues and anticipated levy increases. There were program cost decreases. There was $974,404 of expenditure decreases. 1

2 Dr. Demory shared that through the NCLB (No Child Left Behind Grant), the district will be utilizing Title 1 and II grant money for improvement of support/instruction and also provide professional development and class size reduction. A motion was made by and seconded by Doug to close the budget hearing. Upon roll call vote the motion passed 5 ayes, 0 nayes. Aye:, Doug, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster F. Consent Agenda. 1. Approval of the Minutes of the corrected August 13, 2012 Regular Board Meeting 2. Approval of the Minutes of the August 20, 2012 Regular Board Meeting 3. Approval of Financial Report for August Approval of Bills and Payroll for August/September 2012 A motion was made by and seconded by Kristina Lancaster to accept the Consent Agenda. Upon roll call vote, the motion passed, 5 ayes, 0 nayes. Aye:, Kristina Lancaster, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Doug G. Public Comment. President Kueter read the following concerns: Sixth grade schedules, the challenges with the bus schedules, two supply lists for third grade, and teachers being uncomfortable with Common Core. Parent Heather Komac shared concerns with the district implementing Common Core. Parents haven t received anything regarding the implantation of Common Core. Dr. Demory reported to look for information on our website. H. Introduction of Guests/Presentations 1. PMA Presentation by Mrs. Tammie Beckwith Schallmo: A power point presentation was presented to the Board Debt Restructuring Opportunity. 2. Tim Woolever, Ruck Pate Architect: Mr. Woolever informed the Board that a permit has been secured for the storage building. Projected completion of the storage building would be the end of October. The Board discussed the message sign. There was discussion regarding a different type of sign (pole sign). Mr. Woolever will present another sign proposal at the October 15 School Board meeting. 2

3 I. Reports 1. Superintendent s Report a. Good Things Happening for Students: Dr. Demory reported that PTO representative Kim Christesen s clothing resale earned a profit of $4,000. Curriculum nights were successful and there are many extra-curricular activities going on in the district. The PTO spirit sale is currently taking place. Family Bingo night is scheduled for September 20. Vivian Sekel, Elementary Art teacher has secured a $2,000 grant through Target. Costco is currently offering Teacher Appreciation Days Audit Report: Mr. Marty McConahay reviewed portions of the audit with the Board. 3. School Enrollment Update: The six day enrollment is 1,800 students in the District. 4. School Logo Mascot: There was discussion regarding having a motto and mascot for the district. This is an item that can be addressed in the next scheduled community meeting. 5. ISBE ROE Audits & Inspection: The ELL Audit was Friday, September 14. Principal Arndt commended Jen Malak and Caroline Snook for all their hard work and dedication in collecting data for the audit. The audit recommended a program advisor and the offering of a bilingual program. A formal report will be sent to the district for review. The building inspections will be conducted on Friday, September 21, the Fire Department will be involved in the inspections. 6. School Board Election: Four Board seats will be open:, Vicki Gallichio, Heather Janquart and Jim DeVito. Information regarding election information will be posted on the website. 7. Illinois Association of School Boards Fall Dinner: The dinner is scheduled for October 10, please contact Dr. Demory for reservations. 8. SEDOL: President Kueter invited the Board to attend the SEDOL November 28, dinner at five p.m. There will also be an orientation of SEDOL services. 9. Superintendent s Articulation Meeting: Dr. Demory attended the Superintendent s articulation meeting. The meeting focused on Common Core and collaboration amongst the feeder schools with Grant High School. There was discussion regarding a strong need for a Curriculum Coordinator, possibly one that the feeder schools could share, possibly something to look towards doing for next year. 3

4 The feeder middle schools are currently meeting for articulation meetings. Dr. Demory will continue to share articulation information with the Board. The next scheduled articulation meetings are November 14, January 16 and March Fund Raising: Currently there is a lot of fundraising within the district. The district currently doesn t utilize a form for fundraising approval. There have been some concerns raised regarding the number of fundraisers the district offers. This could be included in the Community Engagement meetings. J. Business Recommended Action Items: Consider Motions To: 1. Approve Budget A motion was made by Doug and seconded by Heather Janquart to approve the Budget. Aye: Doug, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, 2. Accept the Audit Report as prepared by Eder, Casella & Co. A motion was made by Kristina Lancaster and seconded by to accept the audit report. Aye: Kristina Lancaster,, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Doug K. Closed Session: For the purpose of Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance, Dismissal, Litigation and Negotiations. A motion was made by and seconded by Heather Janquart to enter into closed session for the purpose of Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance, Dismissal, Litigation and Negotiations. Upon roll call vote, the motion as passed. 5 ayes, 0 nayes. Aye:, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, Doug L. Return to Open Session: A motion was made by Heather Janquart and seconded by to return to open session. Upon roll call vote the motion passed. 5 ayes, 0 nayes. (10:13 p.m. ) Aye: Heather Janquart,, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, Doug 4

5 M. Approve Closed Session Minutes: A motion was made by and seconded by Vivian Kueter to approve the closed session minutes. Upon roll call vote the motion passed. 5 ayes, 0 nayes. Aye:, Vivian Kueter, Heather Janquart, Kristina Lancaster, Doug N. Approve Action(s) from Closed Session: 1. Employment: A motion was made by Kristina Lancaster and seconded by Doug to approve the hiring of Elizabeth Thomas as Special Services Director. Aye: Kristina Lancaster, Doug, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, A motion was made by Heather Janquart and seconded by Kristina Lancaster to approve the hiring of Wendy Fisher for School Psychologist pending all required paperwork is received. Aye: Heather Janquart, Kristina Lancaster, Vivian Kueter,, Doug A motion was made by Doug and seconded by to approve the hiring of Susan Rice-Maurer as School Business Manager. Aye: Doug,, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster A motion was made by Heather Janquart and seconded by Kristina Lancaster to approve the hiring of Sandi Origer for the part-time Kindergarten teacher position. Aye: Heather Janquart, Kristina Lancaster, Vivian Kueter,, Doug A motion was made by and seconded by Doug to approve the hiring of Caroline Bartko as an Elementary Paraprofessional. Aye:, Doug, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster 5

6 A motion was made by Heather Janquart and seconded by Kristina Lancaster to approve the hiring of Rosie Atkin as an Elementary Paraprofessional. Aye: Heather Janquart, Kristina Lancaster, Vivian Kueter,, Doug A motion was made by Heather Janquart and seconded by Doug to approve the FMLA of Bonnie Ohm for eight weeks. Aye: Heather Janquart, Doug, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, A motion was made by and seconded by Heather Janquart to approve the hiring of Kristen Brookstein as a Middle School Paraprofessional. Aye:, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, Doug A motion was made by Kristina Lancaster and seconded by Doug to approve the hiring of Debra Swiatek as a Middle School Paraprofessional. Aye: Kristina Lancaster, Doug, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, A motion was made by Heather Janquart and seconded by Kristina Lancaster to approve the hiring of Vance Somerstorfer as a Middle School Paraprofessional. Aye: Heather Janquart, Kristina Lancaster, Vivian Kueter,, Doug A motion was made by Doug and seconded by Heather Janquart to approve the retirement of Jane Scimeca at the end of the school year. Aye: Doug, Heather Janquart, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, 6

7 A motion was made by Kristina Lancaster and seconded by Vivian Kueter to approve the retirement of Debra Rakers at the end of the school year. Aye: Kristina Lancaster, Vivian Kueter, Heather Janquart,, Doug A motion was made by Vivian Kueter and seconded by Doug to approve the retirement of Dr. Eeva Burns at the end of the school year. Aye: Vivian Kueter, Doug, Heather Janquart, Kristina Lancaster, A motion was made by Heather Janquart, and seconded by Doug to accept the resignation of Bookkeeper Carol Machnics with regret. Aye: Heather Janquart, Doug, Vivian Kueter, Kristina Lancaster, O. Other/Comments/Announcements: 1. Regular School Board Meeting on Monday, October 1, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. P. Adjournment: A motion was made by Heather Janquart and seconded by Kristina Lancaster to adjourn the meeting. Upon roll call vote, the motion passed. 5 ayes, 0 nayes. (10:19 p.m.). Aye: Heather Janquart, Kristina Lancaster, Vivian Kueter,, Doug Vivian Kueter, President Board of Education Doug, Secretary Board of Education 7