Carrollton Community Unified School District 1 Board of Education met February 26.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Approval of the Agenda
Motion made by: Steve Adcock
Motion to: Approval of the Agenda Amend Agenda 8.4.1. Should be 8.3.6.
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
(X) Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Communications:
Dr. Cox and the Board congratulated Hannah Krumwiede for coming in 2nd at the IHSA Basketball 3 Point Showdown. The Principals shared information regarding our teams that recently participated in the ROE Gifted Olympiad. Ms. Frazier stated the high school had two teams participate; one team placed 10th and the other 14th out of 36 teams. Mrs. Smith stated that our grade school teams did not place but they had a good time and learned a lot. Dr. Cox gave a School Facilities Tax Update stating this continues to be an exceptional revenue source for the District as we continue to move forward with repairs and improvements. The Superintendent shared results from the FFA Contest that our students competed in on January 24th & January 31st.
Superintendent’s Report:
The Principals shared information regarding plans for the upcoming State assessment PARCC, SAT and ISA. Ms. Frazier stated juniors will be taking the SAT in April. Mrs. Smith stated PARCC testing will begin in March and will take about three weeks to complete. Dr. Cox stated that she recently attended regional meetings for two major school reform programs; EBM and ESSA. Dr. Cox shared information regarding changes to funding in FY18 and to accountability systems in FY19. Dr. Cox stated due to the use of three emergency days we will need to amend our school calendar. Currently the last student attendance day is on Wednesday May 23rd with a Teachers Institute Day scheduled for Thursday May 24th.
Citizens: Opportunity for Visitors to Address the School Board Concerning Any Agenda Topic ‧ Rodney Reif – Board Member - Rodney stated that the MS/HS Winter Program held at the end of January was very good.
Approval of Items on Consent Agenda:
Summary of discussion: Adoption of Consent Agenda, Approve Open Minutes for January 22, 2018 Meeting, Closed Minutes for and January 22, 2018 Regular Meeting, Treasurer’s Report (s), District Accounts Payable, School Activity Account(s) Report(s), Payroll
Motion to approve these consent agenda items made by: Rodney Reif
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, (X) Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Agenda Item: Old Business
Summary of discussion item: Policy 5:330-
Information was presented regarding optional language based on recent PRESS updates. Choosing to update this policy according to PRESS will impact current twelve month employees. Dr. Cox recommended to keep our current policy.
Motion made by: Steve Adcock
Motion to: Approve to keep our current policy for Policy 5:330.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Cooling Tower Bids-
Notice to seek bids was published in last week’s Greene County Shopper and was forwarded to local vendors by our architect. A pre-bid meeting will be held after school on March 7th for all potential bidders.
Summary of discussion item: Asbestos Abatement-
Approval is needed to seek bids for the work to be done at the high school. Flooring in the kitchen and cafeteria needs replaced as well as some work in the locker room hallways.
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion to: Approval to seek bids for Asbestos Abatement at the high school.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, (X)Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Asbestos Abatement Approval is needed to seek bids for the work to be done at the high school. Replacing doors in the cafeteria, kitchen and locker room hallway.
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approval to seek bids to replace six doors at the high school.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
(X)Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Review Closed Session Minutes – July – December 2017-
This semi–annual event is required to determine if you would like to open closed session minutes from the past six months.
Motion made by: Lisa Wade
Motion to: Approve Closed Session Minutes July – December 2017 to remain closed.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, (X)Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Agenda Item: New Business
Summary of discussion item: IESA Cooperative Agreement-
Dr. Cox stated that our current cooperative with St. John’s will expire at the end of the school year. The Athletic Director Mark Beatty will be at next month’s meeting to share information and numbers on moving forward.
Summary of discussion item: Lawn Mowing Equipment-
Dr. Cox stated that our current lawn mower needs to be replaced. Quotes from three area vendors were received. The recommended quote is from Sloan Implement.
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approve quote from Sloan Implement for a new lawn mower.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, (X)Lisa Wade, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Copier Lease-
Dr. Cox stated that our current copier lease expires this fall and we are actively seeking bids to make this transition over the summer to not cause any disruptions to services and staff usage this fall. Mr. Thomas stated that we are looking at three year lease instead of a five year lease. We are also looking for copiers that are Chromebook compatible.
Summary of discussion item: Website Host-
Dr. Cox stated that our current website, Blackboard, will no longer be able to be serviced after this summer as it is outdated and our provider will no longer be providing upgrades to this version. Mr. Thomas shared that we are in the process of finding a new company as we have not had a lot of success with our current company.
Agenda Item: Closed Session
A motion was made by Steve Adcock and seconded by Rodney Reif to adjourn to close 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.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade, and (X)Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Time of Adjournment: 7:42 pm
Open Session restarted at: 8:56 pm
Summary of discussion item: Superintendent’s Evaluation-
Formal approval is needed for the Superintendent’s Evaluation
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approve Superintendent’s Evaluation.
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, (X)Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Resignation of Student Council Sponsor and Scholastic Bowl Coach-
Dr. Cox stated that Susan Kirchner has submitted her resignation as Student Council Sponsor and Scholastic Bowl Coach.
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion to: Approve resignation of Student Council Sponsor and Scholastic Bowl Coach Susan Kirchner.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Student Council Sponsor-
Ashley Breitweiser is the recommended candidate for this position
Motion made by: Rodney Reif
Motion to: Approve Ashley Breitweiser as Student Council Sponsor.
Motion seconded by: Deanna Stendeback
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, (X)Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Scholastic Bowl Coach-
Kelli Rahe is the recommended candidate for this position
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approve Kelli Rahe as Scholastic Bowl Coach.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, (X)Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Volunteer Coach (es)-
Recommended Candidates:
Kenney Sturgeon – Vol Asst. HS Softball
Cassidy Palan – Vol Asst. HS Softball
Rich McAdams – Vol Asst. HS & MS Track Coach
Jim Cox – Vol Asst. HS Baseball Coach
Krista Flatt – Vol Asst. HS Track Coach
Will Gilmore – Vol Asst. MS Track Coach
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion to: Approve Volunteer Coach (es) Kenney Sturgeon – Vol Asst. HS Softball, Cassidy Palan – Vol Asst. HS Softball, Rich McAdams – Vol Asst. HS & MS Track Coach, Jim Cox – Vol Asst. HS Baseball Coach, Krista Flatt – Vol Asst. HS Track Coach, Will Gilmore – Vol Asst. MS Track Coach.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, (X)Lisa Wade, and Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Retirement of High School Special Education Teacher-
Andrea Ringhausen has submitted her letter of intent to retire at the conclusion of the 2020-2021 school year.
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approve Kelli Rahe as Scholastic Bowl Coach.
Motion seconded by: Rodney Reif
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten, Deanna Stendeback, Lisa Wade, and (X)Tammy Weber
Action: X Passed Failed
Agenda Item:
Communications:
Dr. Cox shared that the next Two Rivers Division Dinner Meeting would be held March 8th in Liberty, IL.
Citizens: Opportunity for Visitors to Address the School Board Concerning Any Topic:
Lisa Wade – Board Member – Asked if we were receiving any reimbursement for the residential student that we have.
Vicki Schnelten – Board Member – Discussed information regarding the Garrison addition.
Tammy Weber – Board President – Asked if we have a policy for students and cell phones.
Approval of Motion to Adjourn
Motion to adjourn made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
All present signified by saying, “Aye.”
Action: X Passed Failed
Time of adjournment: 9:08 pm
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