Calhoun Community Unit School District 40 Board of Education met Feb. 21.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
A regular meeting, of the Board of Education in Calhoun Community Unit School District #40, consisting of Calhoun and portions of Greene Counties, Illinois was called to order by Board President Luke Fraley, Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 5:31 p.m. in the Calhoun Elementary School Library.
Upon roll being called the following board members were present: Luke Fraley, Janine Hagen, Laura Longnecker and Nate Sagez. Jackie Baalman arrived at 5:32 p.m. and left at 7:20 p.m. Amanda Gress and Hannah Nelson were absent.
Others in attendance were: Andrea Lee, LeaAnn Klaas, Dylan Ringhausen and Steven Spencer.
A motion was made by Laura Longnecker, seconded by Janine Hagen that the Board of Education approves the agenda inclusive of:
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approve Agenda
V. Recognition of Visitors, Guests & Public Comments
- To preserve sufficient time for the Board to conduct its business, it is our public policy that each individual may speak for a maximum of 5 minutes unless prior arrangements have been made to speak longer.
o Dylan Ringhausen – New Curriculum
VI. Consent Items
a. Adoption of Consent Agenda
b. Previous Board Minutes
i. Regular Meeting – January 17, 2023
c. Expenditures
d. Financial Reports
e. Activity Accounts Report
f. Transportation Report
VII. Committee and Administrative Reports
a. Calhoun Elementary School
b. Calhoun High School
c. District
i. District Services Report
ii. District Maintenance Report
VIII. Action Items Prior to Executive Session
a. Consider Approval of
i. Establish a CJHS Student Council Activity Fund
ii. FFA Land Lab Rental Agreement
iii. Treasurer’s Surety Bond
iv. Graduation & Promotion Date
v. Amend 2023-2024 Calendar
vi. Bushue Renewal Agreement
vii. Amend Date in Brussels Athletic Co-op Agreement
viii. Accept Agreement with Quick Access Safety App
IX. Executive Session – For the purpose of discussion regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employee(s); legal counsel, collective negotiating matters or deliberations; board vacancies; evidence or testimony presented in a hearing where authorized by law; purchase or lease of real property; sale or purchase of securities, investments or investment contracts; security procedures; student disciplinary cases or any matter involving an individual student; litigation; self-evaluation, practices and procedures, or professional ethics; minutes of meetings lawfully closed; internal control weaknesses, potential fraud risk areas; establishment of reserves, settlement or discussion of claims, loss or risk management information, records, data, advice or communications from or with respect to any insurer of the District. 5 ILCS 120/2(c)
X. Action Items Following Executive Session
a. Consider Employment of
i. Volunteer Asst. CHS Softball Coach
b. Personnel
XI. Other Business
XII. Communication and Announcements
a. March 6 – Casimir Pulaski Day
b. March 9 – CJHS Science Fair
c. March 21 – School Board Meeting
d. Correspondence
XIII. Adjourn
Board polled:
Baalman – absent Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – yes
Motion carried.
A motion was made by Janine Hagen, seconded by Laura Longnecker that the Board of Education approves items on the consent agenda which includes:
I. Consent Items
a. Adoption of Consent Agenda
b. Previous Board Minutes
i. Regular Meeting – January 17, 2022
c. Expenditures
d. Financial Reports
e. Activity Accounts Report
f. Transportation Report
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carried.
Reception of Visitors / Public Comment:
Dylan Ringhausen was present to give his Counselor Update. High School enrollment is 161. ISBE is requiring high school to offer World/Foreign Languages by 2028-29 school year. Looking ahead at a possible credit recovery class, planning on bringing back Geography, Legal Studies, Leadership and Business Math. Also providing 4 weightlifting classes. Have had great success with Work Based Learning and Job Shadowing this year. In the process of planning a Springfest this year.
Communications:
Board Committee Reports: N/A
Superintendents Report:
District enrollment is 525.
Football bleachers look really nice.
A new Bid Sheet has been created and will be used for all future bids.
A parent meeting regarding golf and poms will be coming up. Other school will not co-op for golf. District will pay to have a team but will not be providing a coach.
This summer we will provide a Warrior Camp. It is an extension of summer school. Many types of classes will be offered. This will be paid for by grant money and transportation will be provided. Energy savings – Ameren will be looking at our building for LED lighting. Must change to LED fixtures.
Maintenance Report: N/A
District Services Report: N/A
Principals Report:
Calhoun High School Principal Cheri Burris Report
The Lady Warriors are playing in the first round of sectionals on Tuesday, Feb. 21st at 7:30pm! This year’s Jacksonville Rotary Scholar-Athlete recipient is John Kronable!
Our Silver Medallion Recipients are Scarlett Brangenberg, Sam Gilman, and Samantha Kaufman! Our Student of the Month for February “Kindness” is Hannah Klaas!
Update for Work-based Learning
Mr. Ringhausen and myself spoke with each Senior to find out their career interests in order to find a possible placement for Work-based Learning and/or job shadowing. Spring semester, we have the following students participating in WBL: Jaelyn Hill and Aayden Leavell working with PCRE, Hunter Roth working at Calhoun Collision, Sam Kaufman working with Mrs. Doyle for Ag Education, Sam Gilman working with Fox Pharmacy. Four students in CEO.
Blake Witt-community service credit working at the nursing home.
I have also contacted the Kampsville mayor to find community service opportunities for students in that town. I will be calling other mayors as well.
We have had an increase in students doing job shadowing as well.
Some learning issues we have encountered with WBL: Businesses are not returning our calls when it is actually time to start the WBL. Scheduling conflicts. Students already have busy schedules.
We have/will schedule job shadowing for several students who aren’t sure what they want to do Feb. 25 Farm Bureau Dinner at CHS
Boys Basketball Sectional at the Mr. B Gym on Feb. 28, March 1, March 3.
First home Softball and Baseball begins the week of March 13th!
Senior Trip is scheduled for May 10-13 to Branson.
Calhoun Elementary School Principal Christie Lorsbach Report
Congratulations to the Jr. High basketball program on finishing two successful seasons. The 8th grade finished with an appearance at the State Finals, in the Elite 8. The 7th grade finished their season in the regional championship.
The staff has been working, and with continue to work, with PD instructor Brandi Hempen. She is working with the staff on differentiated instruction (planning lessons/activities to meet the levels of each individual student). She has worked with the K-5 staff in January and February and will be working with the Jr. High staff in March and April. After school is out, the K-8 teachers will come together for a 2-day workshop to develop the activities/supplies needed for their instruction.
The staff is doing a book study on the following book: One Word that will change your life by Jon Gordon. We will be sharing out and discussing the book in our March staff meeting. If anyone would like to read the book, I do have extra copies.
I would like to recognize Sarah Hagen for planning and teaching an incredible unit for the Jr. High (6-8) Enrichment class. She has students creating and exploring the life concepts of perseverance, grit, the use/development of a positive mindset, identifying goals, and how to develop a plan to meet those goals. She goes above and beyond to plan engaging activities and lessons to provide and teach real-life skills to the students.
The WOW award winners for the month of January for the trait of respect were: Brody Eilerman (6th grade), Kenlie Kronable (4th grade), and Ross Doyle (5th grade).
Big thanks to Mrs. Burris and Ms. Watters for allowing the CHS students and band to attend/preform at the pep rally for the 8th grade basketball team.
Student Council News: Looking into planning/hosting a possible “Talent Show”. Having snacks available to purchase at lunch by students. Contacting Mr. Grimes at the HS, to get a quote for materials to have the shop class make more picnic tables for outside use. Hosting a Hat Day fundraiser for the school on Friday, March 3. $1.00 to wear a hat.
A motion was made by Laura Longnecker, seconded by Janine Hagen that the Board of Education approves to establish a CJHS Student Council Activity Fund.
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
A motion was made by Jackie Baalman, seconded by Nate Sagez that the Board of Education approves the FFA Land Lab as presented as Option 1 – cash rent of $100 per acre for 9 acres of production land.
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
A motion was made by Laura Longnecker, seconded by Janine Hagen that the Board of Education approves the School Treasurer Bond as presented.
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
A motion was made by Jackie Baalman, seconded by Nate Sagez that the Board of Education approves CHS Graduation date on Friday, May 19 and 8th Grade Promotion date on Thursday, May 18.
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
The motion was tabled to approve the amended 2023-24 school calendar.
A motion was made by Laura Longnecker, seconded by Jackie Baalman that the Board of Education approves the renewal agreement with Bushue as presented.
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
A motion was made by Janine Hagen, seconded by Jackie Baalman that the Board of Education approves to amend the date in the Brussels Athletic Co-op Agreement as presented.
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
A motion was made by Laura Longnecker, seconded by Janine Hagen that the Board of Education approves to accept the agreement with Quick Access Safety App as presented.
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
Executive Session:
A motion was made at 6:14 p.m. by Jackie Baalman, seconded by Nate Sagez that the Board of Education enters into executive session.
For the purpose of discussion regarding the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employee(s); legal counsel, collective negotiating matters or deliberations; board vacancies; evidence or testimony presented in a hearing where authorized by law; purchase or lease of real property; sale or purchase of securities, investments or investment contracts; security procedures; student disciplinary cases or any matter involving an individual student; litigation; self-evaluation, practices and procedures, or professional ethics; minutes of meetings lawfully closed; internal control weaknesses, potential fraud risk areas; establishment of reserves, settlement or discussion of claims, loss or risk management information, records, data, advice or communications from or with respect to any insurer of the District. 5 ILCS 120/2(c)
Board polled:
Baalman – yes Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
A motion was made at 7:20 p.m. by Laura Longnecker, seconded by Luke Fraley that the Board of Education returns to Open Session to continue meeting and take any appropriate action.
Board polled:
Baalman – absent Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
A motion was made by Janine Hagen, seconded by Laura Longnecker that the Board of Education approves to employ Lexi Law as a Volunteer Assistant CHS Softball Coach for the 2022-23 school year.
Board polled:
Baalman – absent Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
Informational Items:
a. March 6 – Casimir Pulaski Day
b. March 9 – CJHS Science Fair
c. March 21 – School Board Meeting
d. Correspondence
With no further business to discuss, a motion was made by Laura Longnecker, seconded by Nate Sagez that the Board of Education adjourns the meeting at 7:22 p.m.
Board polled:
Baalman – absent Longnecker – yes
Fraley – yes Nelson – absent
Gress – absent Sagez – yes
Hagen – absent
Motion carries.
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