Carrollton Community Unified School District 1 Board of Education met March 19.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Approval of the Agenda:
Motion made by: Steve Adcock
Motion to: Approval of the Agenda
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
(X) Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Communications:
Dr. Cox shared that high school band and choir students attended the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest held on March 3rd at Southwestern. Our students took home 13 Division 1 ratings, 8 Divison 2 ratings, and 1 Division 3 rating. Congratulations to those students. Matthew Hager will attend the April meeting to share results from his Eagle Scout Project that improved the storage in the band room. Dr. Cox congratulated FFA for being a recipient of a $400 2018 Farm Credit Illinois grant to help purchase and install flowers for the Lions Club to put around the square. Results were also shared of recent FFA contests that our students attended.
Superintendent’s Report:
Dr. Cox gave a construction and maintenance update stating the floor tile design for the high school cafeteria has been selected and bid specs are being prepared for this project. The permit has been received for the demolition of the old District Office building; we are awaiting the last few steps to be completed prior to the start of this project. Dr. Cox shared information about the Ameren Incentive program that the high school qualified for. Mrs. Smith shared that PreK Screening will take place April 10th-11th and will be held at the neighboring Baptist Church this year. Mr. Thomas stated that PARCC is going really well. The students are using Chromebooks and doing a great job. Testing will finish up next week. Dr. Cox shared information from the recent ESSA and EBM Regional Workshop that she, the principals and several teachers attended and that impact that this will have on our district in the future. Blaine Hartwick presented information regarding the progress of the Three Circles Grant. Dr. Cox and Board Members Rodney Reif and Steve Adcock attended the IASB Two Rivers Division Spring Dinner Meeting on March 8th; information was shared about the meeting. Dr. Cox stated although it is unlikely that Pension Cost Shift will occur in FY19 due to elections; additional information was shared as well as the potential impact to our district should this move forward in the future.
Citizens: Opportunity for Visitors to Address the School Board Concerning Any Agenda Topic:
None
Approval of Items on Consent Agenda:
Summary of discussion: Adoption of Consent Agenda, Approve Open Minutes for February 26, 2018 Meeting, Closed Minutes for and February 26, 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: Jeremy Reiter
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, (X) Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Agenda Item: Old Business
Summary of discussion item: Cooling Tower Bids-
Two bids were received for the grade school cooling tower project. Recommended bid is the low bid from Prairie State Plumbing and Heating for $20,980.
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter Motion to: Approve low bid from Prairie State Plumbing and Heating. Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: IESA Cooperative Agreement-
The Athletic Director shared information regarding coaches and participants from the current school year. Dr. Cox shared with the board information that was received regarding requests from St. John’s for the new agreement. Dr. Cox stated a meeting was held with herself, Mrs. Smith, and Mr. Beatty to review these requests; responses to these requests were shared with the board meeting. A meeting will be scheduled with St. John’s to share information and responses to their request.
Summary of discussion item: Website Transition-
Dr. Cox stated it is the recommendation to move forward with School Messenger as our website provider starting with the 2018-2019 school year.
Motion made by: Steve Adcock
Motion to: Approve School Messenger as our website provider starting with the 2018-2019 school year.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, (X)Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Copier Lease-
Dr. Cox stated we are still in the process of receiving bids from prospective vendors.
Summary of discussion item: Board of Education Member Reimbursement-
Steve Adcock has submitted reimbursement for mileage for the Two Rivers IASB Division meeting on March 8 for $82.45.
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approve mileage reimbursement for Steve Adcock in the amount of $82.45.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter.
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
(X)Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Steve Adcock voted Present
Agenda Item: New Business
Summary of discussion item: Special Treasurer’s Bond-
Dr. Cox stated due to the nature of our alternative Revenue Bonds we are required to have our treasurer have a Special Treasurer’s Bond per our insurance broker.
Motion made by: Steve Adcock
Motion to: Approve Special Treasurer’s Bond.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: IHSA Renewal This is an annual renewal for participation in IHSA; there is no fee associated with the renewal.
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion to: Approve IHSA Renewal.
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, (X)Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: 2018-2019 School Calendar-
Dr. Cox stated that two options have been presented to all staff members. Open feedback was initially gathered from all; Calendar Team members then narrowed choices. Anonymous online voting prefer Option B for the 2018-2019.
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approve School Calendar Option B for the 2018-2019.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
(X)Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Softball Field Lease-
Dr. Cox discussed information regarding the softball lease as we move forward with any decision on the Cooperative Agreement with St. John’s. It would be imperative that if no agreement was in place that we settle lease with the city as quickly as possible to ensure a location for our middle school girls’ team to play ball in the fall.
Summary of discussion item: FFA Cooperatives Conference-
This is an overnight conference that will be held at Southern Illinois University on June 7-8. It is a free conference put on by the Illinois Cooperatives Council and provides free professional development for teachers.
Motion made by: Steve Adcock
Motion to: Approve FFA Cooperatives Conference overnight stay at SIU June7-8.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Steve Adcock, (X)Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: State FFA Convention The State conference will be held June 12-14 in Springfield and will require an overnight stay.
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approve FFA State Convention overnight stay in Springfield June 12-14.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: FFA Annual Youth Leadership Conference-
The Greene County Farm Bureau is sponsoring two Junior FFA members to attend the FFA Annual Youth Leadership Conference in East Peoria on April 16-17th. This is an overnight event and will require approval.
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion to: Approve FFA Annual Youth Leadership Conference overnight stay in East Peoria April 16- 17.
Motion seconded by: Vicki Schnelten
Roll Call:
“Yeas”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, (X)Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Agenda Item: Closed Session
A motion was made by Steve Adcock and seconded by Jeremy Reiter 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”
(X)Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Time of Adjournment: 8:13pm
Open Session restarted at: 8:34pm
Summary of discussion item: Resolution Authorizing Non- Reappointment of Extracurricular and/or Athletic Stipend Positions
This annual non-reappointment allow for positions to be open to current or new teaching personnel. The following individuals will receive notice of their non-reappointment as well as information for reapplying.
• Daniel Campbell (HS girls volleyball)
• Matt Goetten (HS boys basketball)
• Jamie Henson (MS girls basketball)
• Travis Klingler(HS girls softball)
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approve Resolution Authorizing Non-Reappointment of Extracurricular and/or Athletic Stipend Positions, Daniel Campbell high school girls volleyball, Matt Goetten high school boys basketball, Jamie Henson middle school girls basketball, Travis Klingler high school girls softball.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Resolution Authorizing Honorable Dismissal of Educational Support Personnel-
Due to unknown needs based upon student enrollment, the following non-certified staff will be dismissed at the conclusion of the year with call back rights for FT employees.
• Patti Crull, Teachers Assistant
• Krista Flatt, Clerk/Supervisor
• Ginger Gilmore, Playground Supervisor
• Rachel Howard, Teachers Assistant
• Kelly McGuire, Teachers Assistant
• Gail Mountain, Teacher Assistant
• Dawn Phillips, Teachers Assistant
• Jenna Shaw, Clerk, Library Aide
• Rebecca Steinacher, Teachers Assistant
• Scott Wade, Cafeteria Supervisor
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion to: Approve Resolution Authorizing Honorable Dismissal of Educational Support Personnel, Patti Crull Teachers Assistant, Krista Flatt Clerk/ Supervisor, Ginger Gilmore Playground Supervisor, Rachel Howard Teachers Assistant, Kelly McGuire Teachers Assistant, Gail Mountain Teachers Assistant, Dawn Phillips Teachers Assistant, Jenna Shaw Clerk/Library Aide, Rebecca Steinacher Teachers Assistant, Scott Wade Cafeteria Supervisor.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, (X)Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Resignation of Grade School Teacher-
Lydia Roades has submitted a letter of resignation to occur at the conclusion of the 2017-18 school year.
Motion made by: Vicki Schnelten
Motion to: Approve resignation of grade school teacher Lydia Roades.
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, (X)Rodney Reif, Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Summary of discussion item: Volunteer Coach (es) Recommended Candidates: Mark Kangas – Vol. Asst. High School Track Coach
Motion made by: Jeremy Reiter
Motion to: Approve Volunteer Coach Mark Kangas – Vol. Asst. HS Track Coach.
Motion seconded by: Steve Adcock
Roll Call:
“Yeas” “Nays”
Steve Adcock, Rodney Reif, (X)Jeremy Reiter, Vicki Schnelten
Action: X Passed Failed
Agenda Item:
Communications:
Dr. Cox shared information regarding the student walkout. The first home track meet will be this week. Dr. Cox also shared that the musical will begin this week and run Thursday thru Saturday.
Citizens: Opportunity for Visitors to Address the School Board Concerning Any Topic:
• Mark Beatty – AD - Mark stated that he attended the IESA Solo and Ensemble contest and our kids did really well; they were well coached.
• Rodney Reif – Board Member - Rodney asked that everyone please promote our musical; it keeps getting better each year.
• Steve Adcock – Board Member – Steve asked what did the teachers do the 17 min during the walkout?
• Jeremy Reiter – Board Member – Jeremy stated that he called Ms. Frazier and she explained the procedure of the walk out. Jeremy stated that he does not agree with it; he is not one for our kids to be protesting.
• Vicki Schnelten – Board Member – Vicki stated that she did not feel that the kids really understood what the walkout was about.
• Rodney Reif, Steve Adcock, Jeremy Reiter and Vicki Schnelten – Board Members – All members stated that they did not agree with the walkout or any type of protesting.
Approval of Motion to Adjourn:
Motion to adjourn made by: Steve Adcock
Motion seconded by: Jeremy Reiter
All present signified by saying, “Aye.”
Action: X Passed Failed
Time of adjournment: 8:52 pm
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