LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION. Regular Meeting. January 9, 2012

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1 LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION January 9, 2012 The Board of Education of Lemont Township High School District 210, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois, met for its regular meeting in the Board Room on Monday, January 9, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call The following members were present: Tally, Driscoll, McMahon, Kardas, Rimbo, and Marzec The following members were absent: Shackel It was moved by Member Rimbo, seconded by Member Kardas, that the Board approve the Revised Agenda for the January 9, 2012 Board of Education Meeting. Aye: Rimbo, Kardas, Tally, Driscoll, McMahon, and Marzec It was moved by Member Kardas, seconded by Member McMahon, that the Board approve the appointment of Board Member Tally as Secretary Pro-tem in the absence of Board Secretary Shackel.

2 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 2 Aye: Kardas, McMahon, Tally, Driscoll, Rimbo, and Marzec Awards, Presentations, and Recognitions Tyler Schoell, Ann Baillie, Sam Abboud, and Monica Furczon were recognized as Student of the Month recipients for the month of January Lemont businessman, Brad Grcevic of Edward Jones, Inc., on behalf of the January Students of the Month, will make a donation to the Alzheimer s Association of Greater Illinois and the Ronald McDonald House. Ethan Pocic, All-State Football Selection, was recognized by Assistant Principal for Extracurricular Activities, John Young, and his accomplishments during the football season were highlighted. Mr. Young, recognized Nick Tiedt, All State Boys Soccer Selection, and his accomplishments during the soccer season were reviewed. Representing the Board of Education, Vice President Driscoll addressed the Students of the Month and commended them for the special things they have done and for being such special young people. Member Driscoll complimented the student athletes for the hard work that has brought honor to them, to the school, and to the community. She also thanked the parents of all the students for the help and encouragement they have given to their sons and daughters. The meeting recessed at 7:16 p.m. and reconvened at 7:21 p.m.

3 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 3 Building Administration Reports John Young, Assistant Principal for Extracurricular Activities, reported that the Lemont High School Basketball Team placed third in the 2011 Christmas Classic that was hosted by Romeoville High School. Mr. Young highlighted the on-going accomplishments of the Wrestling Team, Cheerleaders, and Bowling Team as they complete their winter sports schedule. Mr. Young reported that the Young Hearts for Life program was discussed with the faculty and staff at the beginning of the Professional Development Day on January 9 and the response was very positive. Dave Clark, Assistant Principal for Staff & Student Services, reported that he expects all faculty and staff to have completed all of their State-required training in areas such as blood-borne pathogens and child abuse by the end of January. This training was accomplished through online training modules. Mr. Clark also highlighted the recent activities of the students in the new extracurricular organization, Interact. Principal Trengove discussed with the Board the January 9 Professional Development Day activities and informed the Board that the incoming Humanities Department Chair came to Lemont High School on this day and participated in these activities. As part of the Principal s Report, Data Analyst, Kathy Brockett presented to the Board the data from the September, 2011 administration of the EXPLORE and PLAN tests. Positive growth for the current sophomore Class of 2014 was noted in all subject areas when comparing their performance on the freshman EXPLORE test in 2010 to their performance on the sophomore PLAN test a year later in 2011.

4 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 4 Public Comments None Statement of Position and Budget Analysis Interim Business Manager, Dave Middleton, reviewed with the Board of Education the Statement of Position, Budget Analysis, Treasurer s Report, Imprest Fund, and Student Activity Fund as of December 31, Superintendent s Report Superintendent Doebert reported on the Section 8002 Conference in January. She discussed with the Board the proposed House bill that contains the new reauthorization language. Dr. Doebert stated she will be asking this Board, school leaders, and local community leaders to sign a letter urging our legislators in Washington D.C. to approve the reauthorization language in a special bill or approve it as part of the entire Elementary/Secondary Act if this is possible. Dr. Doebert informed the Board that the Illinois Policy Institute contacted her and all public body directors in Lemont regarding a transparency audit it conducted. Their audit is being reviewed and corrected. Superintendent Doebert informed the Board that an Associated Press article stated that, according to the latest studies, if all grade schools and high schools were consolidated, it would cost the State of Illinois 3.7 billion dollars. Dr. Doebert reported that the 2011 Annual Report has been placed on the Lemont High School web site and parents have been notified.

5 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 5 Approval of Consent Agenda It was moved by Member Rimbo, seconded by Member Driscoll, that the Board of Education approve the Consent Agenda consisting of: The Minutes of the Special Meeting of December 5, 6, & 8, 2011, The Minutes of the of December 12, 2011, The Minutes of the Closed Session of December 12, 2011, The Minutes of the Special Meeting of December 20, 2011, The Minutes of the Closed Session of December 20, 2011, The Bills for the month of December 2011 totaling $417,488.11, The Payroll in the amounts of: $440, for the period ending 12/02/2011, $ 10, for the period ending 12/09/2011, $439, for the period ending 12/16/2011, $444, for the period ending 12/30/2011. Action Consideration No : Authorized the Board to accept the donation of a Z-Corp Z Printer 150 3D Solid Modeling System that has been provided by IMTT-Illinois through their Adopt-a School program, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration No : Authorized the Board to review the minutes from the Closed Sessions of s from 7/25/11 through 12/12/11 and release them with the exceptions of the Closed Sessions of the Special Meetings of 11/7/11, 11/11/11, 11/13/11, 12/5/11, 12/6/11 & 12/8/11, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration No : Authorized the Board to approve the destruction of audio tapes for closed sessions of meetings from 1/11/10 through 6/14/10, as recommended by the Superintendent.

6 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 6 Approval of Consent Agenda (cont.) Action Consideration No : Authorized the Board to approve the Tentative Budget Resolution for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration No : Authorized the Board to approve the five-year telephone renewal contract with CallOne, as recommended by the Superintendent. Action Consideration No : Authorized the Board to accept the donations from the Blue & Gold Backers to the LHS Band Boosters, Football, Poms, Boys Soccer, Speech, and Girls Volleyball, as recommended by the Superintendent. Aye: Rimbo, Driscoll, McMahon, Kardas, Tally, and Marzec Whereupon the president declared the motion duly carried and the Consent Agenda was approved. Action Consideration No It was moved by Member McMahon, seconded by Member Tally, that the Board approve the request for retirement of Superintendent Doebert at the end of the school year on June 30, 2012, as recommended by the Superintendent. Aye: McMahon, Tally, Kardas, Rimbo, Driscoll, and Marzec

7 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 7 Action Consideration No It was moved by Member Rimbo, seconded by Member Kardas, that the Board approve the employment of the incoming Superintendent, Mary Ticknor, who will officially assume her duties on July 1, 2012, as recommended by the Superintendent. Aye: Rimbo, Kardas, Tally, Driscoll, McMahon, and Marzec Action Consideration No It was moved by Member Rimbo, seconded by Member Driscoll, that the Board adopt the Resolution to purchase Tax Anticipation Warrants from Lemont-Bromberek Grade School District 113A as recommended by the Superintendent: Aye: Rimbo, Driscoll, Tally, McMahon, Kardas, and Marzec It was moved by Member McMahon, seconded by Member Driscoll, that the Board postpone the vote on Action Consideration No until after Closed Session. Aye: McMahon, Driscoll, Tally, Kardas, Rimbo, and Marzec

8 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 8 Information Reports #11-17 Students of the Month Board Committee Reports None Unfinished Business A faculty activity update was distributed to the Board by Roy Nees. The Physical Education Department offered a self-defense class in December for all sophomore, junior and senior girls. The students truly seemed to enjoy this experience and the information and knowledge that was gained will undoubtedly make a difference throughout all of their lives. The Freshman Physical Education classes completed their training with the use of the new AED trainers received through an LHSEF grant. The students in the Culinary Arts classes ended the semester by making gingerbread houses. The Life Skills 1 and 2 classes had the opportunity to practice and present a sample of what they learned by hosting a Thanksgiving lunch. Each student was allowed to invite one staff member. They created their invitation, prepared and presented the food while practicing casual conversation and social etiquette. A great learning experience! 40 NEHS students are reading to small groups of students at St. Cyrils twice a month. The program will be supervised by St. Cyrils parents and overseen by Ashley Barajaz, NEHS Book Buddies Officer. This is an extension of the NEHS/Lemont Library Book Buddies Program that we've been running for 3 years. Maribel Salgado-Little, Board Member of St. Cyrils, learned of our program and has been working with us and the school to get it started there as well. Our theme this year is "Reading is out of this world."

9 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 9 New Business None Comments from the Public None Notices and Communications December, 2011 The Extra Mile: Hodges, Loizzi, Eisenhammer, Rodick, & Kohn Commencement of Closed Session It was moved by Member McMahon, seconded by Member Driscoll, that the Board of Education move into Closed Session for the purpose of: Personnel appointment, employment compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of an employee The sale or purchase of securities, investments, or investment contracts The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the District, including meetings held for the purpose of discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired Aye: McMahon, Driscoll, Kardas, Rimbo, Tally, and Marzec Whereupon the president declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education moved into Closed Session at 8:52 p.m.

10 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 10 Conclusion of Closed Session It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member McMahon, that the Closed Session be concluded. Aye: Tally, McMahon, Kardas, Rimbo, Driscoll, and Marzec Whereupon the president declared the motion duly carried and the Board of Education concluded its Closed Session at 9:20 p.m. Action Consideration No It was moved by Member Rimbo, seconded by Member McMahon, that the Board approve the following updated personnel action, contingent upon the successful completion of all required documents and background checks, as recommended by the Superintendent. Non-Certificated Personnel Leave of Absence Request Chris Adamczewski, Evening Custodian, 6 months beginning January 27, 2012 for Medical Reasons Aye: Rimbo, McMahon, Tally, Driscoll, Kardas, and Marzec Board Requests/Comments None

11 Minutes of January 9, 2012 Page 11 Adjournment It was moved by Member Kardas, seconded by Member McMahon, that the Board of Education adjourn the meeting. Aye: Kardas, McMahon, Driscoll, Tally, Rimbo, and Marzec Whereupon the president declared the motion duly carried, and the January 9, 2012 meeting of the Board of Education adjourned at 9:49 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Beverly A. Marzec, President Board of Education Attest: Michael G. Shackel, Secretary Board of Education

12 LEMONT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 210 BOARD OF EDUCATION January 9, 2012 The Lemont Township High School District 210 Board of Education, Cook and DuPage Counties, Illinois, met in Closed Session, January 9, Commencement: It was moved by Member McMahon, seconded by Member Driscoll, to go into Closed Session at 8:52 p.m. Members Present: Beverly Marzec, President Pamela Driscoll, Vice President Mary Tally Mark McMahon Michael Kardas George Rimbo Absent: Michael Shackel, Secretary Administration Present: Dr. Sandra Doebert, Superintendent Others Present: None

13 CLOSED SESSION PAGE 2 Purpose: Personnel Appointment, employment compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of an employee The sale or purchase of securities, investments, or investment contracts The purchase or lease of real property for the use of the District, including meetings held for the purpose of discussing whether a particular parcel should be acquired Conclusion: It was moved by Member Tally, seconded by Member McMahon, to conclude the Closed Session at 9:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Beverly A. Marzec, President Board of Education Michael G. Shackel, Secretary Board of Education