The Carrollton CUSD No, 1 Board of Education met Monday, April 18.
The Carrollton School Board of Education is a seven-member elected body that adopts policy for the daily operation of schools and sees that school laws are properly explained, enforced and observed. Each member serves a four-year term.
Here are the meeting's minutes, as provided by the school district.
Carrollton CUSD #1 Board of Education
Open Meeting Minutes
Date: April 18, 2016 Time: 7:00 P.M.
Location: Carrollton Grade School Library
Type of meeting: X Regular Special Reconvened or rescheduled Emergency
Name of person taking the minutes: Gina Settles, Board Secretary
Name of person presiding: Tammy Weber, President
Members in attendance:
1. Rodney Reif
2. Jeremy Reiter
3. Vicki Schnelten
4. Andy Stumpf (arrived 7:01)
5. Lisa Wade (arrived at 7:25)
6. Tammy Weber
Members absent:
1. Steve Adcock
Approval of the Agenda
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approval of the Agenda Amend Agenda remove item 7.2 Softball Presentation
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
(X) Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Communications:
Dr. Cox and the board of education recognized the 8th grade team who finished 5th place out of thirty
teams at the ROE Gifted Olympiad. Three high school students were recognized for placing at the
FBLA State Leadership Conference; two of the students qualified for Nationals which will be held in
Atlanta, Georgia June 29th
– July 2
nd
. Also recognized were four seniors who were recipients of the
Silver Medallion award. These individuals represent the top 8% of the class of 2016. The 27th annual
Silver Medallion Recognition Ceremony will be held April 28th at Lewis and Clark Community
College. Dr. Cox shared that on April 24th, 17 new members will be inducted into the Carrollton
Chapter of the National Honor Society. The ceremony will begin at 2:00pm in the high school gym.
Dr. Cox thanked Mr. Pulido and the High School Civics Club for planning and leading the Honor
Flight Assemby that was held to honor those individuals who have participated in this event previously
and those who will be participating in the Honor Flight from Springfield to Washington, DC on April
19th. This was a great assembly. Mrs. Smith spoke regarding the Drive 4UR School Event that was
sponsored by Evans Fords on April 9th at the grade school. They had a great turnout and were able to
raise $300 for each of the thirteen extra-curricular and co-curricular organizations. Mrs. Smith thanked
David Evans and Ford Motor Company for sponsoring this event.
Superintendent’s Report:
Dr. Cox thanked everyone who came out and helped with the District Work Day. There were around
30 volunteers who participated as well as a couple of organizations including our local Girl Scout
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Troop and Girls on the Run Participants and families. Mr. Thomas gave a technology update. PARCC
testing will be completed on April 9
th; overall this has gone very smoothly. Mr. Thomas stated that he
has also received information on the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA). This assessment is for 5th
– 8
th
grade and high school Biology students and is now ready to be taken. The technology team met on
April 11th
. One item up for discussion was the direction desk- top units or Chrome Books we should
take when our current computer lease is up to provide us with the more state-of-the-art-technology.
We have one year left with our current lease. The Superintendent updated the board with the latest
information regarding the state budget proceedings that relate directly to education. Dr. Cox shared
that all teaching staff will be participating in a community-wide critical incident drill the afternoon of
April 22nd. This event will take place at the high school and involve local emergency agencies. The
Superintendent shared that families will be notified via School Reach mid-week. Dr. Cox stated we
have received two FOIA requests and both were completed last week. One request was a commercial
request from Smart Procure for purchase order information and another from Illinois Retired Teachers
Association asking for information regarding any teachers who will be retiring at the end of this year.
Dr. Cox shared Staff Appreciation Week will be May 2nd
-May 6th and we will be honoring and
recognizing all staff members during this week with special building activities each day. Dr. Cox
thanked Mr.Spainhoward and his IT students for designing the terrific book drop for the high school
library.
Citizens: Opportunity for Visitors to Address the School Board Concerning Any Agenda Topic
• Rodney Reif shared about the wonderful performance that the musical provided and hoped that
everyone had a chance to go see it.
Approval of Items on Consent Agenda:
Summary of discussion: Adoption of Consent Agenda, Approve Open Minutes and Closed Minutes
from March 22, 2016 Regular Meeting. Treasurer’s Report (s) for February 2016, District Accounts
Payable, School Activity Account (s), Payroll and Tentative Budget Development.
Motion to approve these consent agenda items made by: Andy Stumpf
Motion seconded by: Rodney Reif
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Agenda item: OLD BUSINESS
Summary of discussion item: 2016-2017 Fee Schedule
Formal approval is needed to accept the 2016-2017 Fee Schedule presented at last month’s meeting.
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approve the 2016-2017 Fee Schedule.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
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“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter,(X) Vicki Schnelten
AndyStumpf, Lisa Wade, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Summary of discussion item: Policy Updates – Second Reading
Formal approval is needed for final adoption of the updated policies.
Motion made by: Andy Stumpf
Motion to: Approve the policy updates as presented.
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
(X)Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Summary of discussion item: 2015-2016 School Calendar
Dr. Cox stated that formal approval is needed to finalize the 2015-2016 school calendar indicating the
use of zero snow days.
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approval to finalize the 2015-2016 school calendar indicating zero snow days used.
Motion seconded by: Rodney Reif
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, (X)Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Summary of discussion item: 2016-2017 School Calendar
Dr. Cox stated after a district wide survey with the choice of four different options for the 2016-2017
school calendar, Option #1 was the calendar was chosen for the 2016-2017 school year.
Motion made by: Andy Stumpf
Motion to: Approve Option #1 as 2016-2017 school calendar.
Motion seconded by: Rodney Reif.
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Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and (X)Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Summary of discussion item: IESA Cooperative Agreement
Dr. Cox stated that St. John’s is requesting an agreement of all current activities except Scholastic
Bowl. Two board members stated they would like for the agreement to be all or nothing. Other board
members stated more help with supervision is needed from St. John’s, and they will need to provide the
assistant coaches for those sports in the agreement.
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approve IESA Cooperative Agreement with St. John’s removing Scholastic Bowl, adding
that St. John’s is to provide assistant coaches and St. John’s is to help out with supervision at the
events.
Motion seconded by: Lisa Wade
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
(X)Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Agenda Item: NEW BUSINESS
Summary of discussion item: FBLA Nationals June 29th
– July 2nd
Dr. Cox stated Mrs. Heck is requesting permission for an overnight stay in Atlanta, Ga for FBLA
Nationals. All expenses will be paid through FBLA fundraising.
Motion made by: Rodney Reif.
Motion to: Approve overnight trip to Atlanta, Georgia for FBLA Nationals June 29th
-July 2nd
.
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten.
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten,
Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Agenda Item: CLOSED SESSION
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A motion was made by Jeremy Reiter and seconded by Vicki Schnelten to adjourn to closed meeting to
discuss:
The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of
specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing
testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the
District to determine its validity; Collective negotiating matters between the public body and
its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one
or more classes of employees.
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, (X)Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Time of Adjournment: 7:44pm
Open Session restarted at: 8:51pm
Summary of discussion item: Resignation of Athletic Director/PE Teacher
Dr. Cox stated Justin Remington has submitted his resignation due to financial constraints.
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approve resignation of Athletic Director / PE Teacher Justin Remington.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, (X) Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Summary of discussion item: Resignation of Grade School Music Teacher
Danielle Schroeder has submitted her resignation at the end of the 2015-2016 school year.
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter.
Motion to: Approve the resignation of Grade School Music Teacher Danielle Schroeder at the end of
the 2015-2016 school year.
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten.
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and (X)Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
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Summary of discussion item: Employment of Athletic Director / PE Teacher
Mark Beatty is the recommended candidate for the Athletic Director / PE Teacher.
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approve Mark Beatty as Athletic Director / PE Teacher.
Motion seconded by: Lisa Wade
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
(X)Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Summary of discussion item: Employment of High School Volleyball Coach
Daniel Campbell is the recommended candidate for the High School Volleyball Coach
Motion made by: Lisa Wade
Motion to: Approve Daniel Campbell as High School Volleyball Coach.
Motion seconded by: Andy Stumpf
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Andy Stumpf, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
“Nays”
Agenda Item:
COMMUNICATIONS: Dr. Cox shared that the National Honor Society induction ceremony will be
held on April 24, 2016. Invitations are included with in the board members packets. Dr. Cox also
reminded everyone about the District One Foundation DQ Fundraiser to be held on April 19th
.
Citizens: Opportunity for Visitors to Address the School Board Concerning Any Topic:
None
Approval of Motion to Adjourn
Motion to adjourn made by:
Motion seconded by:
All present signified by saying, “Aye.”
Action: X Passed Failed
Time of adjournment:
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Post-Meeting Action
Date minutes approved: May 16, 2016
Date minutes were available for public inspection: May 17, 2016
Date minutes were posted on District website: May 18, 2016
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