OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS BOARD OF EDUCATION, DISTRICT NO. 148 DOLTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

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1 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS BOARD OF EDUCATION, DISTRICT NO. 148 DOLTON, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS The MINUTES of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education, District No. 148, Dolton, Cook County, Illinois held at the Administrative Center in said School District at 7:00 p.m., on the 28 th of August, ROLL CALL After the Pledge of Allegiance the President, Joyce Jackson, called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. and directed that the roll be called. Upon the roll being called, the following members answered present: Johnnie Sue Gude Hardimon, James Bendell, Willa Williams, Arlether Paraharm and Joyce Jackson. Lamar Collins and Faith Gunter were absent. Margaret Kostopulos, Attorney, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni & Krafthefer P.C., Interim Superintendent Jayne Purcell, Comptroller Carolyn Keith, Curriculum Director Maureen White and Board Secretary Joyce Selix were also present. VISITORS Gail Jilek, Sue Rosas, Bonnie Jardine, Lisa Miller (Mallett), Mary Landfair, Darlene McMillian, Cathy Bendell, Gloria Johnson, Lawanda Woods, Candace Dunleavy, Emanuel Bramlett, Kim Adkins MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING Member Paraharm moved and Member Gude Hardimon seconded the motion that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on Thursday, July 24, 2008, beginning at 7:05 p.m. be approved as written and directed the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes. MINUTES CLOSED SESSION Member Bendell moved and Member Paraharm seconded the motion that the Minutes of the Closed Session held on Thursday, July 24, 2008 beginning at 7:38 p.m. be approved as written and directed the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes.

2 MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING Member Paraharm moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Minutes of the Special Meeting held on Thursday, August 7, 2008, beginning at 6:30 p.m. be approved as written and directed the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes. MINUTES CLOSED SESSION Member Bendell moved and Member Williams seconded the motion that the Minutes of the Closed Session held on Thursday, August 7, 2008 beginning at 6:40 p.m. be approved as written and directed the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes. MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING Member Paraharm moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Minutes of the Special Meeting held on Thursday, August 14, 2008, beginning at 7:43 p.m. be approved as written and directed the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes. MINUTES CLOSED SESSION Member Williams moved and Member Gude Hardimon seconded the motion that the Minutes of the Closed Session held on Thursday, August 14, 2008 beginning at 7:48 p.m. be approved as amended with changes noted from Member Jackson and directed the secretary to place them on file as a part of the official Board Minutes. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION An opportunity was extended to the audience to address the Board of Education. Mrs. Latawnya Brown, 6 Forestdale Park, Calumet City, IL, a former employee of the District, expressed her appreciation for all the experience and opportunities that were given to her as an employee of District 148. Mrs. Brown as a token of her appreciation brought bouquets of flowers to thank Dr. Roberson, Dr. Purcell, Ms. Weathersby and Dr. McFarlane for helping her become the Teacher that she is. Ms. Jackson, Board President wished her well in her endeavors. 2

3 Mrs. Lisa Miller, Leyden Ave, Chicago, IL, a parent who has moved out of District requested information on how her children could continue to attend District 148 because it would be in the students best interest. Ms. Jackson, Board President referred Mrs. Miller to Dr. Purcell for further conversation. In that there were no other questions or comments from the audience, this portion of the meeting was closed. ADMINISTRATION-INFORMATION REPORTS Dr. Purcell presented for Dr. Mickles the Student Retention Summary for & Substitute Teachers Meeting. The Board showed concern for the high number of retentions in First and Second grades and will address retentions again at a later date. Dr. Purcell presented District 148 Primary Disability Chart and ECHO Programs. Dr. Purcell explained the chart that showed 267 students in District schools and 39 out of District ECHO students and their primary disabilities that the staff will address by providing the needed support. Many students have secondary disabilities which also will be addressed. Dr. Dunleavy also reported that at least 17 more students have registered in the District with IEP s since school opened. Dr. White reported that she is in the process of visiting Day Cares within the District to create partnerships and ensure that the students that matriculate into our Kindergarten classrooms are prepared. Dr. White reported that District 148 does not have a Pre-K curriculum and is in the process of adjusted the matrix to include aligning and mapping a new curriculum for the Early Childhood Center. Ms. Collins presented Tech Times & Parent SES Letter. Ms. Collins reported that 11 SMART Boards have been installed in the District and training is taking place. She reminded everyone to make sure they are registered to vote in the upcoming election. Classroom technology news is available at and the Website to watch is gamegoo/gooeyhome.htm. PRESIDENT S CALL Three Committees met since the last Regular Board Meeting. The summary of the Finance Committee Meeting held on Thursday, August 14, 2008 was presented. Twenty four District 148 members were registered to participate in the 19 th Annual CEC (Consortium for Educational Change) Summer Institute on Friday, August 8, The list of participants was presented. The summary of the Policy Committee Meeting held on Thursday, August 21, 2008 will be enclosed in the September Board Packet. OPENING INSTITUTE RAISING EXPECTATIONS TO IMPROVE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Opening Institute was held on Monday, August 18, 2008 at Lincoln School. This district-wide gathering began with a hot breakfast compliments of Preferred Meals and opening remarks by Board President Joyce Jackson. NCLB CHOICE OPTIONS A copy of the letter that was distributed during registration to all parents of students at Washington Elementary School was reviewed. The deadline for returning letters is September 5, Each case will be reviewed and decisions made after that date. 3

4 BACK TO SCHOOL FAMILY COOK-OUT AND SCHOOL SUPPLY GIVE-AWAY The Back to School Bash has been reborn into a new event to be sponsored by the Quality of Life Committee and by Gaining Ground, a group of employees from Riverdale Public Works Department. The date will be August 30 th in Riverdale Park. IASB/IASA/IASBO JOINT ANNUAL CONFERENCE November 21-23, 2008 Board Members were asked to please mark their calendars for Friday, November 21 through Sunday, November 23, 2008 to attend the IASB/IASA/IASBO Joint Annual Conference. All seven Board Members have been registered to attend. The Board will be staying at the Palmer House, 17 East Monroe Street. MOTION FOR CORRESPONDENCE Member Bendell moved and Member Jackson seconded the motion that the Correspondence as reviewed by the Board of Education, which contained four letters of resignation, be accepted as written and placed on file as part of the official Board Minutes. DISTRICT ITEMS OF INTEREST Ms. Sonya Collins gave an overview of Computer Camp. 96 students were able to attend Summer Computer Camp through funding by the 21 st Century Grant. Camp ran from June 10 th to July 10 th and provided training in computer applications including Microsoft Office. Attendance was 80% and over at all three sites. APPROVE TENTATIVE FY09 BUDGET Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee Member Jackson moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Board of Education, Dolton West School District 148, approve the Tentative FY09 Budget. Ayes: Bendell, Williams, Paraharm, Jackson Abstain: Gude Hardimon SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR THE BUDGET Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee Member Bendell moved and Member Paraharm seconded the motion that the Board of Education set 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 25, 2008 at Washington Jr. High, School Street, Riverdale, Illinois, as the time, date, and location for the Open Meeting to the public for the purpose of conducting a Public Hearing on the Budget for the School Year. 4

5 TABLE CONTRACT WITH NET GROUP Member Jackson moved and Member Gude-Hardimon seconded the motion that the Board of Education table the contract with NET Group for an annual fee of $131,400. The contract provides help desk and technical support for the school district. Motion tabled APPROVE CONTRACT WITH HOUSTON & ASSOCIATES INC. Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee, Member Bendell moved and Member Jackson seconded the motion that the Board of Education approve the contract with Houston & Associates Inc. at $35 per request to research student residency as needed. APPROVE RENEWAL FEES FOR SCOPE Following a recommendation from the Finance Committee, Member Williams moved and Member Paraharm seconded the motion that the Board of Education approve the renewal fees for SCOPE (South Cooperative Organization for Public Education) in the amount of $1,210. The membership period extends from July 1, 2008 to June 30, RENEW MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARD ASSOCIATION Member Bendell moved and Member Williams seconded the motion that the Board of Education renew membership in the National School Board Association for the period from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009 in the amount of $4,000. Ayes: Gude Hardimon, Williams, Paraharm, Jackson Nays: Bendell ADOPT POLICY REVISIONS Member Jackson moved and Member Gude Hardimon seconded the motion that the Board of Education adopt the following revisions to specific Board Policies to maintain Legal Compliance. 2:120 Board Member Development 2:260 Uniform Grievance Procedure 4:10 Fiscal and Business Management 4:60 Purchases and Contracts 4:110 Transportation 4:150 Facility Management and Building Programs 4:180 Pandemic Preparedness 5:10 Equal Employment Opportunity and Minority Recruitment 5:100 Staff Development Program 5

6 5:130 Responsibilities Concerning Internal Information 5:190 Teacher Qualifications 5:250 Leaves of Absence 6:20 School Year Calendar and Day 6:40 Curriculum Development 6:60 Curriculum Content 6:65 Mental Health and Social and Emotional Development 6:235 Access to Electronic Networks 7:10 Equal Educational Opportunities 7:20 Harassment of Students Prohibited 7:70 Attendance and Truancy 7:90 Release During School Hours 7:100 Health, Eye, and Dental Examinations; Immunizations; and Exclusion of Students 7:180 Preventing Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment 7:190 Student Discipline 7:220 Bus Conduct 7:271 Psychotropic//Psychostimulant Medication 7:340 Student Records 8:20 Community Use of School Facilities 8:30 Visitors to and Conduct on School Property ADOPT RESOLUTION TO CHANGE A SIGNATURE ON THE IMPREST ACCOUNT Member Jackson moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Board of Education adopt the Resolution to change a signature on the Imprest Account. ACCEPT RESIGNATIONS Member Bendell moved and Member Gude Hardimon seconded the motion that the Board of Education accept the resignations of the following employees: Richard Alifantis, Music Teacher, Lincoln School, Millicent Davis, Social Worker, Washington Jr. High, Michelle McGlashan, Fourth Grade Teacher, Park School and Wilma Williams, Office Assistant, Business Office all effective at the end of the school year. 6

7 APPROVE EMPLOYMENT - CERTIFIED PERSONNEL Member Bendell moved and Member Williams seconded the motion that the Board of Education employ the following certified employees for the school year at the following positions and at the salaries based upon the following steps and lanes as determined by the most current Board/DEA Agreement in effect at any time during the school year, contingent upon satisfactory receipt of all required employment mandates: Latreece Alexander, Second Grade Teacher, Roosevelt Elementary, BA, Step 1 Twylia Bennett, Speech/Language Paraprofessional, Harriet Tubman, BA+20, Step 9, Chemonte Cosey, Speech/Language Paraprofessional, Roosevelt Elementary, BA+20, Step 8, Raven Daniels, First Grade Teacher, Lincoln Elementary, MA+20, Step 6 Kimberly Henderson, Seventh Grade Language Arts Teacher, Lincoln Jr. High, MA, Step 1, Mah Kamalipour, Speech Paraprofessional, Park, MA+20, Step 9, LaRonda Lane, Sixth Grade Teacher, Park, BA+10, Step 6, Catina Livingston, Speech/Language Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Center, BA, Step 2, Rita Lucas, Sixth Grade Teacher, Washington Elementary, MA, Step 3, Damori Nicks, First Grade Teacher, Roosevelt Elementary, BA, Step 1 and Kerrin Rosania, Intermediate Special Education Teacher, Washington Elementary, BA+20, Step 5, Armika Toney, Fifth Grade Teacher, Washington Elementary, BA, Step 1, all effective August 18, 2008, and Veronica Cook, Fourth Grade Teacher, Roosevelt Elementary, BA+20, Step 2, and Ashley Whirity, Physical Education Teacher, Roosevelt Jr. High, BA + 10, Step 1 effective August 20, APPROVE EMPLOYMENTS - GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY ALTERNATIVE CERTIFICATION PARTNERSHIP Member Jackson moved and Member Williams seconded the motion that the Board of Education employ the following employees as Alternative Certification Teachers who have been accepted into the Alternative Certification Program of Governors State University, in Partnership with School District 148, for the School Year, contingent upon satisfactory receipt of all employment mandates. Toni Armer, Seventh Grade Social Studies Teacher, Roosevelt Jr. High, Emanuel Bramlett, Second Grade Teacher, Roosevelt Elementary, Josh Markward, Third Grade Teacher, Washington Elementary and Shaunte Brown, Sixth Grade Teacher, Washington Elementary, all effective August 18, EMPLOYMENT - NON-CERTIFIED PERSONNEL Member Paraharm moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Board of Education employ Dina Greenhill, Office Assistant Floater, effective August 18, 2008 at a salary as determined by the most current Board/DSA Agreement in effect, contingent upon satisfactory receipt of all employment mandates. 7

8 EMPLOYMENT RECLASSIFICATION Member Jackson moved and Member Williams seconded the motion that the Board of Education reclassify Candace Dunleavy, from Special Education Teacher to Director of Support Programs Assistant and Acting Director of Support Programs, effective August 18, 2008 contingent upon satisfactory receipt of all employment mandates. Ayes: Gude Hardimon, Bendell, Williams, Jackson Abstain: Paraharm APPROVE BILLS AND ACCOMPANYING FINANCIAL REPORTS Member Jackson moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Board of Education approve the bills presented for payment from the month of August 2008 as printed under the Administration- Action Reports, Agenda Items I-2a to I-2p, excluding the payment to NET Group LLC, totaling $ 2,378, and the accompanying Financial Reports, directing the secretary to place all reports on file for audit. DESCRIPTION AMOUNT SUB-TOTAL GRAND TOTAL a. Regular Bills $2,024, b. ECC 3-5 Years c. IDEA Grant 1, d. GE Grant 3, e. Reading First 11, f. Reading Improvement g. Safety Grant h. SCEC 4, i. Supp GSA 37, j. Title I IAAD 50, k. Title II Teacher Quality 4, l. Title IV Drug Free 8, m. 21 st Century 227, SUBTOTAL $2,374, n. Total Custodians Extra Time $3, o. Total Secretaries Overtime 0.00 p. Total Substitute Payroll 0.00 TOTAL Overtime/Substitutes 3, GRAND TOTAL $2,378, (The payment to Net Group was $10, changing item i Supp GSA to $27, and the Grand Total to $2,367,688.78) 8

9 ACCEPT STUDENT ACTIVITY ACCOUNT REPORT Member Paraharm moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion that the Board of Education accept the Student Activity Account Report as submitted. ACCEPT BUILDINGS & GROUNDS REPORT Member Bendell moved and Member Jackson seconded the motion that the Board of Education accept the Buildings and Grounds Report as submitted. Mrs. Carolyn Keith introduced Mr. Wilburn Bassett, an employee of Aramark as the new Director of Building and Grounds. MISCELLANEOUS Dr. Purcell presented a letter that was sent home to all students in the district explaining the change in Administration. This letter is also available on the District 148 website. CLOSED SESSION Member Jackson moved and Member Williams seconded the motion at 8:10 p.m. that the Board of Education move into Closed Session to discuss Pending Litigation, 5ILCS 120/2(c) (11), Performance of Specific Employee, 5 ILCS 120/2(c) (1) and Student Discipline Cases, 5 ILCS 120/2(c) (9). Member Gunter joined Closed Session at 8:30 p.m. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION Member Jackson moved and Member Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of Education return to Open Session at 9:04 p.m. 9

10 RECESS MEETING Member Jackson moved and Member Gunter seconded the motion to recess the meeting to watch the Democratic National Convention Presidential Acceptance Speech and reconvene the meeting immediately following. RETURN TO REGULAR MEETING Member Paraharm moved and Member Williams seconded the motion that the Board of Education return to the Regular Meeting at 10:05 p.m. CLOSED SESSION Member Jackson moved and Member Bendell seconded the motion at 10:05 p.m. that the Board of Education move into Closed Session to discuss Pending Litigation, 5ILCS 120/2(c) (11) and Performance of Specific Employee, 5 ILCS 120/2(c) (1). RETURN TO OPEN SESSION Member Jackson moved and Member Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of Education return to Open Session at 11:43 p.m. ACTION FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION Member Jackson moved and Member Williams seconded the motion that the Board of Education dismiss employee effective August 8,

11 ACTION FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION Member Bendell moved and Member Jackson seconded the motion to schedule a Special Board Meeting at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, September 11, 2008 at the Administrative Office located at 114 West 144 th Street. ADJOURNMENT Member Jackson moved and Member Gunter seconded the motion that the Board of Education adjourn the Meeting held on August 28, 2008 at 11:45 p.m. Joyce J. Jackson, President _ Willa Williams, Secretary 11