December 12, 2016 Board Minutes Page 1 of 5 7-A MINUTES OF THE COMBINED WORK/BUSINESS SESSION OF THE MARSHALL BOARD OF EDUCATION HELD ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2016 AT 7:00 PM, IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL COMMUNITY ROOM PRESENT: LINDSEY, DESMET, CAMPAU, POTTER, MCCOMB, MIDDLETON, DAVIS, SEIFERT JOINED THE MEETING AT 7:06 PM ABSENT: NONE CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by President Lindsey. A moment of silence was observed keeping retired FFA Teacher and Advisor Floyd Beneker in thoughts as he passed away recently. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The pledge of allegiance was led by Treasurer Vic Potter. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Moved by Potter, supported by Campau, that the agenda be approved as presented with one change; Item 5-B will follow the academic highlight. A roll-call vote unanimously carried the motion. Trustee Seifert was not present for the vote. ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHT EASTERN CALHOUN EARLY COLLEGE Eastern Calhoun Early College (EC²) Program Coordinator Kathy Doud was joined by two students to present the academic highlight. The students responded to questions in an interview format that resulted in their sharing the main reasons they wanted to attend EC²; the types of classes they are taking; and the activities they participate in as well as their volunteer efforts. Board members asked questions of the students to which they responded. ANTI-DRUG POSTER CONTEST AWARDS PRESENTATION SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SERVICES & KIDS AT HOPE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER Nisha Ritchie shared regrets from Mr. Harry Bonner as conflicting meetings required him to be elsewhere. She shared background information about the Anti-Drug Poster Contest that occurred as an activity held during the Red Ribbon and Anti-Drug Campaign. A small group of students teamed up with Mr. Bonner to spearhead the campaign. Proclamations were adopted by the cities of Albion and Marshall recognizing the campaign. Over 600 red ribbons were passed out to middle school staff and students; lamp posts in both cities were decorated; facts about drugs were shared with students throughout the campaign; and a poster contest was held. Middle School Art Teacher Erica Isham shared that four poster winners were selected from each grade, seventh and eighth, by student leadership. She announced the winners and passed out posters and a cash award to students in attendance at the meeting. She added that student leadership did a nice job throughout the process. She thanked Mr. Bonner for bringing the campaign to the middle school.
December 12, 2016 Board Minutes Page 2 of 5 PUBLIC COMMENT President Lindsey called for any members of the audience to address the Board. There were none. REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT SPECIAL RECOGNITION: Superintendent Davis presented to the Board for employment Lisa Cutsinger as special education teacher for the Marshall Opportunity High School, Katharine Harrington as childcare aide for the Shamrock Center, Karen Howard as paraprofessional at Harrington Elementary, Shelly Janofski as teacher at Harrington Elementary, Lindsey Leamy as grade four teacher at Harrington Elementary, Hollie Oursler as special education teacher consultant for the district, and Sasha Williams as instructional monitor for the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy; he shared their educational background information. Superintendent Davis recognized and thanked retiring staff members Crystal Elliott and Kathy Spiteri; he shared background information about their time with the district. Superintendent Davis thanked and presented a service recognition certificate to Treasurer Vic Potter for his personal commitment, dedication and performance as a member of the Board of Education for Marshall Public Schools as this was his last board meeting. President Lindsey shared a thoughtful tribute to Treasurer Potter for all that he done during his tenure as a member of the board. Secretary Campau presented Treasurer Potter with a gift from the board; and Superintendent Davis presented him with a gift as well. Treasurer Potter shared a few words of thanks and praise for all that he has worked with through the years. He thanked the board and superintendent for the gifts of an engraved clock and Redhawk logo cut out made by Transportation Director Mike Walbeck. Superintendent Davis announced that Andy McCormack, counselor at Marshall High School, had been awarded a Mini Grant through the Guido A. and Elizabeth H. Binda Foundation for his ipad Kiosk, to assist high school students access to their grades and assignments. He added that the Mini Grant program is made possible through funding from the Guido A. and Elizabeth H. Binda Foundation in conjunction with Barry, Branch, and Calhoun Intermediate School Districts. Superintendent Davis announced that the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Office of Education Improvement and Innovation (OEII), has awarded the Section 99h: Competitive FIRST (For the Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Grants to 382 districts across the state, totaling over 1000 teams. Marshall Public Schools will receive a total of $4,100 as follows: Marshall Public Schools Red Hot Chili Bots $2,500; Marshall Public Schools Techno Hawks - Black $1,300; and Marshall Public Schools Techno Hawks - Red $300.
December 12, 2016 Board Minutes Page 3 of 5 HARRINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL UPDATE: Superintendent Davis referred board members to the Harrington Elementary School Principal Sandy Kingston s report for an update on the building. LEADERSHIP TEAM REPORTS: Superintendent Davis indicated that Leadership Team members were in attendance and available to respond to questions from board members regarding reports on their areas. DISCUSSION ITEMS CASBMA 2017 AWARD NOMINATIONS: Superintendent Davis reviewed materials regarding the Calhoun Area School Board Members Association (CASBMA) award nominations. In past years nominees recommended by the district have been selected as recipients. He asked if any individuals came to mind to nominate. There were none brought forward. The topic will be further discussed in January. CHANGE IN LOCATION OF JANUARY 23, 2017 BOARD BUSINESS SESSION: Superintendent Davis suggested the board hold its January 23, 2017 Board Business Session in Albion at the Marshall Opportunity High School. Board members were in agreement to change the location of the January 23, 2017 session as suggested. NOMINATING COMMITTEE: President Lindsey asked Vice President DeSmet to chair the Nominating Committee. Other members serving on the committee include Trustee McComb and Trustee Middleton. The committee will properly post their meeting when it is scheduled. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA MINUTES, EXPENDITURES, AND PERSONNEL Items included on the consent agenda were minutes of the November 14, 2016 business session and closed sessions; November disbursements in the amount of $2,359,079.07; employments of Lisa Cutsinger as special education teacher for the Marshall Opportunity High School, Katharine Harrington as childcare aide for the Shamrock Center, Karen Howard as paraprofessional at Harrington Elementary, Shelly Janofski as teacher at Harrington Elementary, Lindsey Leamy as grade four teacher at Harrington Elementary, Hollie Oursler as special education teacher consultant for the district, and Sasha Williams as instructional monitor for the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy. Moved by Potter, supported by Campau, that the Board of Education approve the Consent Agenda Minutes, Expenditures, and Personnel as presented. A roll-call vote carried the motion unanimously. EXECUTIVE SESSION Moved Potter, supported by Campau, that the Board move into executive session under Section 8 (c) of the Open Meetings Act for a strategy and negotiation sessions connected with the negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement at 7:42 p.m. in the superintendent s office. A roll-call vote unanimously carried the motion. The Board returned to open session at 7:46 p.m. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
December 12, 2016 Board Minutes Page 4 of 5 APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM GENERAL RATIFY TENTATIVE WAGE AGREEMENT WITH THE MARSHALL PUBLIC SCHOOLS SUPPORT PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION, MEA/NEA: Approve the ratification of the tentative wage agreement with the MEA/NEA. Moved by Middleton, supported by Potter, that the Board of Education approve Action Item General as presented. A roll-call vote carried the motion unanimously. APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEMS FINANCIAL RESOLUTION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MICHIGAN SCHOOLS ENERGY COOPERATIVE (MISEC): Adopt resolution and approve accompanying documents authorizing the school district s membership in the Michigan Schools Energy Cooperative (MISEC) and Participating in its Cooperative Energy Programs for school buildings located in Albion. AWARD BID FOR SNOW REMOVAL SERVIES: Award bid for snow removal services as recommended by the Facilities Director. Moved by DeSmet, supported by Campau, that the Board of Education approve Action Items Financial as recommended. A roll-call vote carried the motion unanimously. APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM OTHER FINANCIAL SUPERINTENDENT S CONTRACT: Approve changes to the superintendent s contract which include an increase in salary of 5% for the 2016-17 fiscal year, in the amount of $5,844; for each hear during July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2020, the Board s tax sheltered annuity payment shall be an annuity payment of $8,000; an annual lump sum payment for overseeing the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy with payment made in July of the subsequent school year calendar during the course of contract with MYCA; effective for the period beginning July 1, 2016, the annual cell phone stipend shall be changed to $1,800; effective for the period beginning July 1, 2016, the annual mileage reimbursement shall be changed to $10,200 per year, reflecting a $2,200 per year increase; upon retirement from MPS the district shall pay the cost to maintain a life insurance policy for Dr. Davis name in the amount of $200,000 for five years; and the contract has been extended through June 30, 2020. Moved by Potter, supported by Seifert, that the Board of Education approve Action Item Other Financial as recommended. A roll-call vote carried the motion unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS President Lindsey called for any members of the audience to address the Board. Michelle Mueller asked for clarification regarding Harrington Elementary School s update to which President Lindsey responded it was included in the leadership team reports; it will be made available to her.
December 12, 2016 Board Minutes Page 5 of 5 BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS FOR WHICH NO ACTION MAY BE TAKEN AT THIS MEETING Trustee Middleton thanked Food Service Director Paul Yettaw for his efforts in fixing the dishwashing machine that resulted in it not having to be replaced; his efforts avoided the district having to spend $20,000 to replace it. In addition she appreciates Hughes Elementary Principal Matt Lefebvre s leadership that is resulting in helping close the gap in student achievement in his building. President Lindsey announced that Sal Konkle recently was named the 2016 Athena Award. Trustee McComb thanked the superintendent s office for bringing documents to board members in person that needed signing. Superintendent Davis thanked MYCA Education Program Coordinator Rhonda Phillips for the GED testing she proctored recently. Over 400 tests were administered over a seven day period resulting in 23 full GEDs being issued along with 14 cadets will receive their high school diplomas. The meeting adjourned at 7:57 p.m. ADJOURNMENT KIMBERLY VANWORMER, RECORDING SECRETARY ANNETTE CAMPAU, SECRETARY