Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. on July 20, 2016 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER, ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM, & BOARD RESTRUCTURE The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Board Chairman Herb Bohrer. Also present were Elaine Blik, Todd Lowder, Mike Shackelford, and Braden Driscoll arrived at 7:05 pm.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
BOARD REORGANIZATION
Chairman Bohrer opened the floor for nominations for Chairperson. Trustee Blik nominated Herb Bohrer to serve as Chairperson. Trustee Blik made the motion and Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion to elect Herb Bohrer as Board Chairman. The motion passed. Chairman Bohrer opened the floor for nominations for Vicechairman. Trustee Lowder nominated Elaine Blik to serve as Vice Chairman. Trustee Lowder made the motion and Trustee Driscoll seconded the motion to elect Elaine Blik as Board ViceChairman. The motion passed. Chairperson Bohrer opened the floor for nominations for Clerk. Trustee Blik nominated Trustee Lowder for Clerk. Trustee Blik made the motion and Trustee Shackelford seconded, to elect Trustee Lowder as Board Clerk. The motion passed. Chairperson Bohrer opened the floor for nominations for Board Treasurer. Trustee Blik nominated Trustee Driscoll for Board Treasurer. Trustee Blik made the motion and Trustee Lowder seconded the motion to elect Trustee Driscoll as Board Treasurer. The motion passed. Chairman Bohrer opened the floor for nominations for Board Ed Foundation Representative. Foundation Representative was volunteered by Trustee Shackelford.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
There was no patron input.
SUPERINTENDENT REPORT
Mrs. Ward went over her written report. She added to her report that she had went to Logan Utah to look at the Maker Space classroom for student’s grades 312. This may also be a program that professional technical could implement. August 15th is the teacher’s first day back an opening meeting will be at 8:30 a.m. a community member or retired teacher will be asked to give a short introduction at the beginning of the meeting. Musik Auction contacted the district about bidding on a used portable gym floor the Nampa Center was having auctioned off. The portable wood flooring possibly could be used for the new practice gym. Mrs. Ward and Trustee Shackelford will go to Nampa to look at the used flooring. A phone conference will be conducted if the condition of the floor is in good shape.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was amended to include Business Item M. (Authorization to bid on gym floor)
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Blik. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
A. Minutes of the June 15th Regular Board Meeting
B. Approval of June Claims
C. May 2016 Financial Report
D. County Tax Report
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve Consent Items 7 AD as presented. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Policies for Review: 305 Superintendent Evaluations, 310 – Principal Evaluations, 443 – Certificated Employee Evaluations, 444 – Employment Contracts with Certificated Employees, 561 – Administering Medications, 561.01 – Diabetes (delete), 638 – Student Fees, 670 – Special Education (IDEA), 681 – Student Records, 830 – Gifts, Grants and Bequests, 940 – Electronic Surveillance, 1010 – Community Involvement, 1044 – Advertising and Distributing Materials in the Schools by NonSchool Related Entities
B. Policies for Approval: 910 Rental/Use of School District Facilities. A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve policy 910 Rental/Use of School District Facilities. The motion passed.
C. The 20162017 Trustee Schedules for the SelfAudit of Financial Records was presented no motion was needed.
D. Approve School District Handbook A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the 1617 School Handbook. The motion passed.
E. Set Time and Dates for Fiscal Year 20162017 Board Meetings A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the Time and Dates for the FY 2016 2017 Board Meetings as presented. The motion passed.
F. Call for Milk Bids for FY 2017 A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Blik to call for Milk Bids for the 20162017 school year. The motion passed.
G. Call for Fuel Bids for FY 2017 A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to call for Fuel bids for the 20162017 school year. The motion passed.
H. Approve Delinquent Lunch A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve Aberdeen School District #58 to pay the delinquent lunch accounts. The motion passed.
I. Approve Performance and Bond Waiver No motion needed.
J. Approve Moreton & Company VoAg Auxiliary Gym – Course of Construction Quotation Insurance Proposal. After discussion no earth quake insurance will be purchased. A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to Approve Moreton & Company VoAg Auxiliary Gym – Course of Construction Quotation Insurance Proposal without earth quake insurance. The motion passed.
K. Approve Bids to Move Mobile Classroom. A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the bid from Lemons House Moving Inc. The motion passed.
L. Approve Bids to Sell Greenhouse. A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve the bid to sell the school greenhouse to Herb Bohrer. The motion passed.
M. Authorization to Bid on Gym Floor. A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to authorize Mrs. Ward to inspect and bid up to $25,000.00 for the used portable gym floor, and to have a conference call if additional dollars were needed for the floor bid. The motion passed.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Driscoll thanked everyone for all their hard work on the new construction process.
Trustee Shackelford said he drove past the schools and the grounds are looking really nice.
Trustee Lowder would like the public to know that Superintendent Ward is working very hard for the District. He appreciates all she has done to achieve getting the Aaa rating for the district.
Trustee Blik echoed Trustee Lowder, adding she thinks it is tremendous that the Aberdeen School District looks that good in the state. She is excited about the Idaho Center floor and hopes that it will work.
Trustee Bohrer thanked Vicki Gamble at The Aberdeen Times for putting his letter in the paper. He thinks it is important for the patrons to know that their support of the District is very much appreciated. The patrons are counting on the board to do a good job with the money and construction.
Superintendent Ward thanked the board for their support with the district. She encouraged them all to stay on the board. They all work well together and it shows the patrons that they care about the district. The district has policy and procedures in place that are followed that has assisted with the Aaa rating.
A motion to adjourn was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Lowder. The motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 9:00 pm.
ABERDEEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.58
Regular School Board Meeting
August 23, 2016
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met for the building construction bids special session at 6:00 pm with a regular session following on August 23, 2016 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairman Herb Bohrer opened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. Present were Herb Bohrer, Todd Lowder, Mike Shackelford and Braden Driscoll. Elaine Blik was absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance
SPECIAL SESSION: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION BIDS
The building construction bids of the first phase of the high school construction project were reviewed and explained by Joe Reams and Shannon Schultz with Construction Services, Inc. and Glenn Robinette with Hutchison Smith Architects.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
-Monty Ledford submitted two letters to the board.
-Debbie Ellis discussed her travel request to the United States Naval Academy
SUPERINTENDENT and ADMINISTATOR REPORTS
Mrs. Ward went over her written report and thanked Rob Roberts from R&M Steel for donating the steel for the vocational and gym high school building project. She also thanked Conan Feld on ripping the ground to prepare it for building and thanked the city in donating time and equipment to prepare for building.
Mrs. Colton went over her written report and highlighted that student orientation was on August 18th and the teachers are busy getting ready for students for their first week back to school.
Mr. Vaughn discussed his written report and highlighted the special education staff returning and hiring of aides.
Mr. Pincock did not have a written report but discussed that 93 students are taking duel credit classes, 16 with IDLA.
Mrs. Mennear did not have a written report.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the addition of Item IX-J to approve soccer coach, a motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented:
Approval of July 20th Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Approval of July 2016 Claims
June 2016 Financial Report (Preliminary- Prior to EOY Audit)
County Tax Report
Employee Travel Approval to the United States Naval Academy
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve Consent
Items 8 (A-E). The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Approve Building Construction Bids
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve the $1,547,666 building construction bids for the new gym and agriculture building as presented with the elimination of storm drains, sheet vinyl flooring and painting exposed structure. Paving was added and purchasing the basketball hoops was deferred. The motion passed.
Policies for Approval
305 – Superintendent Evaluations, 310 – Principal Evaluations (Enc. 9-B) 443 – Certificated Employee Evaluations. 444 – Employment Contracts with Certificated Employees 561 – Administering Medications 561.01 – Diabetes (delete) 638 – Student Fees 670 – Special Education (IDEA) 681 – Student Records 830 – Gifts, Grants and Bequests 940 – Electronic Surveillance 1010 – Community Involvement 1044 – Advertising and Distributing Materials in the Schools by Non-School Related Entities
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the above policies, tabling policy 830 – Gifts, Grants and Bequests and policy 1044- Advertising and Distributing Materials in the Schools by Non-School Related Entities. The motion passed.
Approve Milk Bids for School Year 2016-2017 (Opened 8/17/16)
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the milk bid received from Meadow Gold Dairies for the 2016-2017 school year. The motion passed.
Approve Fuel Bids for School Year 2016-2017 (Opened 8/17/16)
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the fuel bids received from Jerry’s Oil for the 2016-2017 school year. The motion passed.
Review 2016-2017 School District Directory
No motion necessary, for review only.
Review 2016-2017 School District Extra Curricular Assignments No motion necessary, for review only.
Approve Leadership Supplemental Contracts
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve leadership supplemental contracts. The motion carried.
Approve Bus Drivers and Bus Routes for 2016-2017
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the bus drivers and routes for the 2016-2017 school year. The motion passed.
Approve Student Open Enrollment Application According to Policy 631
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve an application for a student from another school district to attend the elementary school. The motion carried.
Approve Soccer Coach
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the high school head soccer coach with provision that the principal or a faculty member will be present if the assistant coach is unable to attend. The motion carried.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Lowder thanked Jane for getting the donation of the steel for the agriculture and gym project and thanked the city for getting the ground ready. He also thanked Tammy Anderson for her years of service to the school, and is looking forward to a good year.
Trustee Driscoll thanked Monty Ledford for his letters and his perspective to speak up about controversial issues and he thanked Rob Roberts for his donation of the steel to the high school project.
Trustee Shackelford is glad school is back in session and thanked Rob Roberts for his donation to the high school project as well as Monty Ledford for his letters.
Chairman Bohrer thanked Trustee Shackelford for inspecting the gym floor in Nampa before deciding to bid on it during the auction and thanked Rob Roberts for the steel donated to the high school project. He is happy that other people are willing to donate to the high school construction project. He enjoyed the teachers first day back meeting and appreciated Morgan Anderson talking about Aberdeen’s history at the meeting. Layne Arnoldson was recognized for his work with the Education Foundation booth at the Eastern Idaho fair.
There was further discussion about bonding Construction Services Inc.
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to adjourn the meeting at 8:23 pm. The motion carried.
Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairman Herb Bohrer opened the meeting at 7:02 p. m. Present were Todd Lowder and Elaine Blik. Mike Shackelford and Braden Driscoll were absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
Diane Rowbury discussed student fees and class schedules in the elementary school. She thanked everyone for their hard work at the school.
SUPERINTENDENT AND ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS
Mrs. Ward reviewed her written report and thanked those that participated in the ground breaking ceremony. She added that harvest break has changed and electricity will be connected to the new maintenance shed after Idaho Power installs the new power pole.
Ms. Colton had no additional comments on her written report. Administrators’ reports are located in the 2016-2017 Board Meeting Minutes attachments book in the district office.
Ms. Mennear discussed her written report and added STEM night will be November 7th and the middle school received a $1,000 grant for this event.
Mr. Vaughn discussed his written report. Administrators’ reports are located in the 2016-2017 Board Meeting Minutes attachments book in the district office.
Mr. Pincock discussed his written report and highlighted that the high school students participated with the Blackfoot/Bingham County Youth Coalition in remembrance of the victims of the 9/11/01 terror attacks.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were additions made to the agenda to add the approval of the September 21st special session minutes under consent item (7-H) and to add high school out of state trip request under consent item (7-G).
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented:
Approval of August 23rd Regular Board Meeting minutes
Approval of August 26th Special Session Minutes
Approval of August 2016 Claims
July 2016 Financial Report
County Tax Report
Building Budget Reports
Out of State trip request
Middle School-Musical Salt Lake City, Utah
High School-National FFA Convention, Indianapolis, Indiana
Approval of September 21st Special Session minutes
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve Consent Items 7 A-H as listed on the agenda. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Approval of Board Policies:
830 – Gifts, Grants and Bequests, 1044—Advertising and Distributing Materials in the Schools by Non-School Related Entities
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve policy 830-Gifts, Grants and Bequests including the wording in italics and limiting the amount to five hundred dollars. The motion passed.
Policies for Review-Approve in October:
639—Parental Rights and Involvement, 839—Intellectual Property, 1055–Drones— Unmanned Aircraft Systems
No motion necessary, for review only.
Approve Aberdeen School District # 58 2016-2017 Continuous Improvement Plan, Literacy Intervention Plan and College and Career Advising Plan
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve the Aberdeen School District #58 2016-2017 Continuous Improvement Plan, Literacy Intervention Plan and College and Career Advising Plan. The motion passed.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Blik is excited about the new school year and said the high school ground breaking program was great. She would like to see more done on the centennial anniversary of the school district.
Trustee Lowder was concerned about the weather for the upcoming Friday night football game and wanted to know who would call the game if there is lightning. He also commented that he has enjoyed the football and volleyball games and would like to set the senior graduation rate to 100% as a goal. He is excited about the progress of the new school construction and thanked all for what they do.
Trustee Bohrer appreciates Layne Arnoldson for representing the Ed. Foundation and his work at the fish booth during the fair and the money earned which goes back to the schools. He thanked all those that worked at the booth. Layne Arnoldson acknowledged all the work that Kristi Copeland and David Wahlen do for the fish booth and all the volunteer time and effort from the community. Herb was glad to see students at the ground breaking ceremony and thanked the maintenance staff on their excellent job in assisting with the high school project.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 8:25 p.m. a motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik that the Board of Trustees of School District No. 58 recess from an open meeting into executive session pursuant to Section 67-2345, Idaho Code, in order to discuss Section 67-2345: (Subsection b-Personnel and Subsection c-Acquire Property); and that following the executive session the Board will reconvene in public session for the purpose of conducting further business or for adjournment of the meeting.
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to adjourn the meeting.
The motion passed and the executive session adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
No motions were made subsequent to returning to open session from executive session and the regular session meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m.
Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Vice-Chairman Elaine Blik opened the meeting at 7:02 p. m. Present were Todd Lowder, Mike Shackelford and Braden Driscoll. Herb Bohrer was absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
Financial Auditor Morgan Hatt briefed the Board on the results of the annual audit performed for fiscal year ending June 30, 2016. He discussed how the fund balance has increased over the last four years with supplemental levies and good financial management contributing to this increase. He recommended that the district should maintain a high fund balance to have a month of reserves for payroll and expenses as well as funds available for unforeseen costs associated with the high school construction project.
SUPERINTENDENT AND ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS
Mrs. Ward reviewed her written report and highlighted attending the Idaho Legislature Public School Funding Formula Meeting. She added an update on the status of the construction project of the vocational-agriculture gym building and the removal of the old auto shop.
Mr. Pincock discussed his written report and added accreditation will be done February 21st and 22nd. He thanked Kim Wahlen for his help with announcing at the football game and David Peck for his help getting the Soda Spring’s bus going. A harvest break survey was presented to the board. 77.3% of the students surveyed had worked for a farmer during the harvest break.
Ms. Mennear went over her written report and highlighted that STEM night will be on Monday, November 7th from 6 to 8 p.m. She added that $326 was received from the Scratch-for-School event from a total of 600 tickets. Wrestling and girls basketball has started and Trustee Driscoll added that the 7th and 8th grade football team played at Holt Arena taking 2nd place for the Southeast Idaho Youth Football League.
Ms. Colton discussed her written report and highlighted the October 10th presentation to the teachers of Our Beliefs vs. Their Reality by Evelyn Robinson. Red Ribbon Week will be October 24-27th. She thanked Simon Bercier for the 2nd computer lab and for working on the cameras for the security system.
Mr. Vaughn reviewed his written report and highlighted the Specific Learning Disabilities training held on October 18th and the new state requirements for determining eligibility in this area. He added that he needs to hire two more aides and the advertisement has been placed in the newspaper.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the agenda. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented:
Approval of September Regular Board Meeting minutes Approval of September 2016 Claims August 2016 Financial Report
County Tax Report
Building Budget Reports
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve Consent Items 7 A-E as listed on the agenda. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Approval of Board Policies:
639-Parental Rights and Involvement, 839- Intellectual Property, 1055-Drones- Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
A motion to approve policies 639, 839 and 1055 was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Shackelford. The motion passed.
Policies for Review:
519- Student Name/Gender Change, 519F1- Name/Gender Change Request Form, 519F2-Sample Physician Letter for Gender Change Request, 519.50- Transgender & Gender Nonconforming Students
A motion to table policies 519, 519F1, 519F2 and 519.50 until later notice was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Shackelford. The motion passed.
Approve 2015-2016 Annual Audit Report
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the 2015-2016 Annual Audit Report. The motion passed.
Approve Bid for the Purchase of the 100’ x 50’ Metal Building
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the bid for the purchase of the 100’ x 50’ metal building. The motion passed.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Lowder is grateful for the work the administrators and the teachers do. He is grateful for the progress the district has made with the fund balance.
Trustee Driscoll thanked Jane, Dena and David for the work they do in the district office and also thanked the previous business manager Frank Dye with what he did to help improve the financial position of the district. He thanked the patrons of the community for their support of the school with passing supplemental levies.
Trustee Shackelford wishes Dean Jolley a speedy recovery.
Trustee Blik thanked Jane, Dena and Frank for the work they did in increasing the district fund balance over the last four years. She is excited for the high school football team and the building project and appreciates the good coaching staff. She also wishes Dean Jolley a speedy recovery.
A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll. The motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m.
Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairman Herb Bohrer opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Present were Elaine Blik, Todd Lowder and Mike Shackelford. Braden Driscoll arrived at 7:03 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
There was no patron input.
SUPERINTENDENT AND ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORTS
Mrs. Ward reviewed her written report and highlighted attending the Idaho School Board Association’s annual convention in Boise on November 9th to the 11th. The annual safety report was received and a lot of sidewalk in front of the district office will need to be replaced as well as some masonry at the high school and some doors at the elementary school. She added that building demolition bids were received and suggested that Joe Reams with Construction Services, Inc. review the bids prior to Board approval.
Mr. Pincock discussed his written report and highlighted the high school participated in Idaho College Application Week on November 2nd. Parent/teacher conferences were held on November 10th with 40% parent attendance. He added the football team finished in 3rd place this year and did a good job representing our school. He thanked Coach Duffin and the students for their hard work.
Ms. Mennear went over her written report and highlighted that family STEM Night was on Monday, November 7th. They had a good turnout. The presenters focused on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers. She thanked coaches Layne Arnoldson and Nate Gugelman for coaching the boys’ wrestling team. She indicated there was a great turnout of boys this year. She thanked Lincoln Driscoll and John Bono for coaching the girls’ basketball teams. The girls are playing very well this year. ISAT reports were discussed at the last Data Day and the staff developed a plan to address student achievement. The parent/ teacher conferences were well attended.
Ms. Colton discussed her written report and highlighted the annual Veterans’ Day Program that was held on November 9th. The elementary school parent/teacher conferences were held November 10th. Guest author Heather Hayes from Idaho Falls is scheduled to present her picture book The Fantastic Backyard of Imagination and her chapter book Unexpected Magic on November 29th. Family Reading Night will also be held on November 29th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the cafeteria.
Mr. Vaughn was absent but had submitted his written report. Administrators’ reports are located in the 2016-2017 Board Meeting Minutes attachments book in the district office.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were additions made to the agenda to change consent item (7-D) from September 2016 Financial Report to October 2016 Financial Report. Also changed was business item (8-B) from Approve Bid for Demolition of Vocational Ag Building to Review Bid for Demolition of Vocational Ag Building.
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented:
October Regular Meeting minutes
November 3rd Special Session Minutes
October 2016 Claims
October 2016 Financial Report
County Tax Report
Building Budget Reports
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve Consent Items 7 A-F as listed on the agenda. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Policies for Review
529- Open/Closed Campus, 529F1- Open Campus Permission Form.
Principal Pincock indicated he did not want this policy. The student handbook already references lunch procedures. Chairman Bohrer dismissed Policies 529 and 529F1.
Review Bid for Demolition of Vocational Ag Building
A special meeting will be held for bid approval. Construction Services Inc. will review bids prior to Board approval. No motion necessary, for review only.
Approve Alternative Teacher Authorization for Jordelle Ihenkoro, Jared Reed and Aaron Spence A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve the Alternative Teacher Authorization for Jordelle Ihenkoro, Jared Reed and Aaron Spence. The motion passed.
Discuss Foreign Exchange Student Request
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to “Pass on the invitation to participate in the international student foreign exchange program”. The motion passed.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Blik congratulated the high school football team and said the girls’ basketball team is off to a good start. She commented on how things are going well right now for the schools and district.
Trustee Lowder attended the School Board Convention which provided good information at their workshops. He attended a meeting on safety and would like to see the possibility of more grants for safety. He appreciates Coach Jeff Duffin and the football team and appreciates the teachers and Board members and the school district for all they do.
Trustee Driscoll attended the School Board Convention and discussed the Advance Opportunities for Career and College and PERSI program workshops. He is grateful for the work the administrators do.
Trustee Shackelford attended the Veteran’s Day sing along at the elementary school which was very good. He discussed how the kids were respectful and excited to be there, and that it is important for kids to be taught respect for our country.
Trustee Bohrer discussed how the Board is trying to meet the needs of the staff and community with the new building construction project. If anyone has any concerns, thoughts or questions please bring them to the Boards’ attention to make the construction project as good as possible with the budget allowed. He congratulated the football team for their effort and was happy to hear about the good auditor report for fiscal year ending 2015-2016 from the October Board meeting.
A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Lowder. The motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m.
Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 5:05 p.m. on December 14, 2016 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
The meeting was called to order at 5:05 p.m. by Board Vice Chairman Elaine Blik. Also present were Todd Lowder, Mike Shackelford, and Braden Driscoll. Absent was Herb Bohrer
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
There was no patron input.
SUPERINTENDENT AND ADMINISTRATORS’ REPORT
Superintendent Ward reviewed her written report and highlighted the district was accepted to the Idaho Power and Light project. They will work with the school district to identify ways to conserve energy and cut energy costs. Students are out of school on December 16th and the last teacher day is December the 19th. The doors at the elementary school did not pass inspection and will be repaired over the Christmas break. The plan for the auditorium is getting to the final stages. The community will be very pleased with the new building. Mr. Millett has worked with the architects to identify what would work best for his drama productions. Construction of the vocational/gym building should begin on January 3rd. The interest rates are rising so we are getting a little more than expected on our bond account.
Mr. Pincock discussed his written report and highlighted the staff is working on completing the self-evaluation for the accreditation that will take place in February. This takes a lot of time and he appreciates the staff for their efforts. The accreditation is done with a walk through every six years from other school administrators around the area and five standards are evaluated. Weekly grade checks have started for the wrestlers for verifying athletic eligibility. Mr. Pincock wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mrs. Mennear had nothing to add to her report, but took the opportunity to wish the school board, and all staff and students within the Aberdeen School District a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Mrs. Colton had nothing to add to her report, but also wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Mr. Vaughn had nothing to add to his report.
Administrators’ reports are located in the 2016-2017 Board Meeting Minutes attachments book in the district office and are available for review upon request.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were additions made to the agenda to add New Financial Report Form under consent item (7-H) and Overnight Trip Request for Wrestlers to Malad on December 16th and 17th under consent item (7-I). No executive Session will be needed. A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented: November Regular Meeting Minutes November 22nd Special Board Meeting Minutes December 6th Special Board Meeting Minutes November 2016 Claims November 2016 Financial Report
County Tax Report
Building Budget Reports
New Financial Report Form
Overnight trip request, Wrestlers to Malad December 16th and 17th
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve Consent Items 7 A-I as listed on the agenda. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Policies for Review:
228 – Board Member Conflict of Interest, 407.50 – Sick Leave, 418 – Personnel Conflict of Interest, 546 – Disciplining Students with Disabilities (Section 504), 671 – Section 504, 671F1 – Section 504:Notice of Rights, 846 – Travel Allowances, 850 – Purchasing, 850.30 – Purchasing Public Property, 850.60 – Service Contracts, 877 – Time and Effort Reporting Requirements, 877F1 – Time and Effort Supervisor Certification/Assurance Form, 877F2 – Time and Effort: Personnel Activity Report Form,877P1 – Time and Effort Reporting Procedure. No motion necessary, for review only.
Building Walk-Through – Tabled, a date and time will be discussed at the January 18, 2017 Board meeting.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Driscoll wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Trustee Shackelford wished everyone a Merry Christmas. He is excited about the building project.
Trustee Lowder wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Trustee Blik wished a Merry Christmas to everyone and is excited about the upcoming year.
Superintendent Ward thanked all the staff for what they do and also thanked the Trustees for their time and dedication to the district and wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
There was further discussion about changing the time for Board meetings. The January 18th, 2017 and February 15th, 2017 School Board meeting times were changed to 5:30 p.m.
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to adjourn the meeting.
The motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 5:30 p.m.
Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday, January 18, 2017, – 5:30 p.m.
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met for a regular board meeting session at 5:30 p.m. on January 18, 2017 at the Aberdeen School District Office, 318 W. Washington, Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
The meeting was called to order at 5:33 p.m. by Board Chairman Herb Bohrer. Also present were Todd Lowder and Mike Shackelford. A quorum was established. Elaine Blik arrived at 5:35 p.m and Braden Driscoll arrived at 5:55 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
Joe Reams and Shannon Schultz with Construction Services, Inc. and Glenn Robinette with Hutchison Smith Architects discussed the status of the High School Construction Project. Construction and demolition plans were reviewed and discussed with the board. Bid requests will be sent out on Monday, January 23rd and bids received will be opened at the next board meeting on February 22nd. Idaho Power will provide a rebate for $19,000 to the school district at the end of the construction project. Construction Services Inc. will assist the school district with e-rate funding. The roof on the first floor of the construction project will need to be replaced at an estimated cost of $50,000 that the district may need to pay for. The building demolition plans will be further reviewed after the construction bids are received.
SUPERINTENDENT and ADMINISTATOR REPORTS
Superintendent Ward discussed her written report and highlighted the Day on the Hill meeting is scheduled for February 20-21st. Reservations will be made on January 19th. The transportation audit was completed and went very well. Mr. Povey, our auditor, found some areas that could be claimed to the state that would bring more money to the school district. The middle school gym floor had water damage and may need to be replaced. The insurance company will come in to look at the floor. The district will need to pay a $2,500 deductible on an insurance claim.
Travis Pincock discussed his written report and highlighted that tutoring is available for students Monday through Thursday in the library. TRiO from ISU works with students every Wednesday and helps them prepare for entry into postsecondary education. The Aberdeen Girls Basketball team hosted a tournament over the Christmas Break that was very successful. During the tournament Makenna Schritter was honored for scoring her 1000th career point. The Aberdeen Wrestling Tournament will be held on January 20th-21st. This is a large tournament with approximately 15 to 20 schools attending. The weekly grade check for wrestling eligibility is going well and is being monitored.
Ann Mennear discussed her written report and highlighted that the Health Fair was held January 18th 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the middle school gym. Events included Portneuf Medical Center blood testing, American Red Cross blood drive, DEQ well water testing, mobile mammogram testing, Idaho State University College of Health and Pharmacy, Bingham Memorial Hospital vein screenings, Southeast Idaho Health Department, Bingham County Sherriff’s Department, the Idaho State Police and many more participants at the event. She
appreciates the effort from Erika Ingersoll in organizing the annual event. A boy scout completing his eagle project and a senior completing their high school senior project assisted in organizing the event. On January 4th Natalie Lewis helped custodians with the middle school gym floor leak and put in extra time in scheduling events. She is very much appreciated for her efforts.
Robi Jo Colton discussed her written report and highlighted the Lion King Musical was held on January 12th. She thanked Mr. Millett and his students for each enjoyable performance. The Title I program will be testing students on the IRI and AIMSwebPlus winter benchmark between January16th-19th. The data will be used for Data Day on January 20th. The DARE program for fifth grade students began on January 16th. The student count was 355 before the Christmas Break and was 371 as of January 18th.
David Vaughn discussed his written report and highlighted Brandi Guymon was hired to work as an aide in the elementary school and Lindey Waltman was hired as an aide in the elementary school and high school. The Graduation Cohort appeal for students coded as drop outs was completed. The graduation rate increased from 83% to 91% after the appeals were completed. Any student that dropped out of school, moved and did not attend another school and Special Education students who are not leaving until they are twenty one are considered non-graduates. All English Language Learners will be given the WIDA access 2.0. The test window will be January 30th – March 10th.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the addition of Item 8-F Change Board Meeting Date to February 22nd, 2017, a motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented:
Approval of December Regular Board Meeting Minutes Approval of December 2016 Claims December 2016 Financial Report
County Tax Report
Building and Budget Reports
Overnight Trip Request
-High School Wrestling-Sugar City January 27th-28th, Challis February 3rd-4th
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve Consent Items A-F as listed on the agenda. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Policies for Approval: 228 – Board Member Conflict of Interest, 407.50 – Sick Leave, 418 – Personnel Conflict of Interest 546 – Disciplining Students with Disabilities (Section 504), 671 – Section 504, 671F1 – Section 504: Notice of Rights, 846 – Travel Allowances, 850 – Purchasing, 850.30 – Purchasing Public Property 850.60 – Service Contracts, 877 – Time and Effort Reporting Requirements, 877F1 – Time and Effort Supervisor Certification/Assurance Form.
Procedure Policy 846 was modified to reflect district travel allowances.
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve the policies listed in Business Item 8A as modified. The motion passed.
Board Approval for Emergency School Closures on 1/4/17, 1/5/17, 1/6/17 &1/9/17
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the emergency school closures on 1/4/17, 1/5/17, 1/6/17 &1/9/17. The motion passed.
Review 2017-2018 School Year Calendar
There was discussion on changing days during school breaks. Trustee Shackelford suggested that the Christmas Break and Spring Break are too long for students to be out of school. Trustee Bohrer suggested that school closures due to bad weather are to be made up during the Spring Break. There was further discussion on changing and moving days during school breaks and the school year calendar will be reviewed again at the February board meeting. For review only, no motion is necessary
Review Policy 354-Activities on School Closure Days For review only, no motion is necessary.
Technology Plan
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the Technology Plan. The motion passed.
There was further discussion on a building walkthrough which was tabled until the February regular board meeting.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Lowder hopes Herb Bohrer feels better soon. He is thankful Mrs. Lewis showed up when she did to address the water leaking into the middle school gym. He though the high school band concert was good and Mr. Millett did an excellent job.
Trustee Blik hopes for warmer weather soon.
Trustee Driscoll thanked the administrators and staff for what they do.
Trustee Shackelford had no additional comments.
Trustee Bohrer is pleased with the school year and how we continue to meet state standards. He emphasized that we need to continue to improve and he appreciates all the staff for their dedication.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 7:10 p.m., a motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Shackelford that the Board of Trustees of School District No. 58 recess from an open meeting into executive session pursuant to Section 67-2345, Idaho Code, in order to discuss Section 67-2345: Subsection b (evaluation) and that following the executive session the Board will reconvene in public session for the purpose of conducting further business or for adjournment of the meeting.
A roll call vote was held with the following results:
Herb Bohrer – Yes; Elaine Blik – Yes; Todd Lowder – Yes; Mike Shackelford – Yes; Braden Driscoll – Yes. The motion passed.
The Regular session reconvened at 7:45 p.m.
With no further action needed, a motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday, February 22, 2017, – 5:30 p.m.
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met for a Regular Board Meeting Session at 5:30 p.m. on February 22, 2017 at the Aberdeen School District Office, 318 W. Washington, Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairman Bohrer opened the regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Other Board Members present were Todd Lowder, Michael Shackelford and Braden Driscoll. A quorum was established. Elaine Blik arrived at 5:35 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
- Penny Tubbs discussed the price of property for sale to the school district for $90,000 with four lots and a home.
- Layne Arnoldson discussed the Christmas and spring breaks on the 2017-2018 school calendar and the importance of school breaks for the students.
- Annette Campau discussed the 2017-2018 school calendar and would like to keep it as close to the 2016-2017 calendar as possible. Students do well with breaks for recharging and are ready to learn when they come back to school after a break.
- Julie Beck discussed the wall pads for the wrestlers that have been paid for by the wrestling department. The total cost for the wall pads was $5,995 which $2,000 came from the wrestling budget. She would like the district to reimburse the remaining balance of $3,995.
- Nate Gugelman appreciates the policy change for student athlete eligibility requirements and gave a report on the student wrestlers. Their average GPA was 3.07. 80% of the wrestlers are state qualifiers.
SUPERINTENDENT and ADMINISTATOR REPORTS
Superintendent Ward reviewed her written report and highlighted the Technology Expo will be held on March 6th at 6:00 pm and that last year’s expo had the best attendance in the state. She added that she is working with Idaho Power to save energy costs for the district.
Travis Pincock discussed his written report and highlighted the high school accreditation occurred on February 21st and the teachers have worked hard to prepare for this. The regional BPA competition was held at ISU on January 26th• He congratulated the wrestling team and Nate Gugelman for his dedication helping students to be academically eligible to compete. The basketball team has represented our school very well. The high school is willing to pay half of the cost for the wrestling pads in the wrestling room.
Ann Mennear discussed her written report and highlighted the middle school has resumed the PAWS program (Pride+Attitude+Work=Success). When a student goes above and beyond, a teacher or other staff member gives the student a PAWS slip. The student has a parent sign the slip and it is returned to the school for a weekly drawing for a prize. She added that Erin
Johnson received a $10,000 grant for Chrome Books. The middle school gym floor is heavily damaged and ARS restoration has been trying to dry and remove water beneath the floor. The floor will need to be replaced.
Rabi Jo Colton was absent but had submitted a written report. Administrators’ reports are located in the 2016-2017 Board Meeting Minutes attachments book in the district office. David Vaughn discussed his written report and highlighted that he attended the Behavior Foundations meeting along with Jordelle Ihenkoro, Darla Wright, Sherry Yancey and Angie Smith. The training was held in Idaho Falls on February 15th and was presented by the Special Education Support and Technical Assistance (SESTA) group. Testing on the WIDA access for English Language Learners 2.0 at all grade levels has begun. Kim Leland has been helping at the elementary school and Rhonda Wheeler and Kathy Blaker are helping with the secondary schools. He added that we are at the 96% graduation rate. One of three students who did not graduate received their GED.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Changes were made to the agenda to remove Joe Reams under Delegation and Input and to remove Business Items 8B, Approve high school construction bids. Bids will be opened at a special Board meeting on March 2nd at 5:30 pm. Approval of the High School EF Tour Trip to Europe-London & Paris March 19th-27th was removed under Consent Item 7F Overnight Trip Request. The Board acknowledges the High School EF Tour Trip but would not approve of this travel as this is not a school sponsored function. The high school cheerleader request to Boise on March 17th-18th was added under Consent Items 7F Overnight Trip Request.
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented: Approval of January 18th Regular Meeting Minutes Approval of January 2017 Claims
County Tax Report-January 2017 January 2017 Financial Report Building Budget Reports Overnight Trip Request
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High School Wrestling-Nampa February 23rd 25’\ BPA-Boise March 8th -11’\ High School
Cheerleaders-Boise March 17th – 18th •
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve Consent Items A-Fas presented. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Board policies for review- March approval:
244 -Trustee Nomination and Election, 457 – Supplemental Contracts, 466 – Leadership Premiums 561 -Administering Medications, 566 – Student Suicide Prevention, 566P – Student Suicidal Prevention Procedures, 633 -Advanced Opportunities, 633Fl -Advanced Opportunities Participation Form, 633Pl -Advanced Opportunities – Student Registration Instructions, 672 – Gifted/Talented Education, 673 – Reading Assessment and Intervention Program, 850.90 – Public Works Construction, 851 – Supplemental Building Procedures
No Motion necessary, for review only.
Board approval for emergency school closures on 1-23-17 (P.M. Kindergarten only), 1-24-17 and school closure make-up day 3-17-2017.
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the emergency school closures on 1-23-17 and 1-24-17 and the school closure make-up day on 3-17-2017. The motion passed.
Approve 2017-2018 school year calendar
Changes were made to the 2017-2018 school year calendar and was moved to the March regular Board meeting for approval.
Approve rehiring an administrator
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to retain and extend the superintendent contract for three years. The motion passed.
Discuss Board elections
No motion necessary, for discussion only.
Approve time and date for Board building walk through No motion necessary.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Shackelford appreciates Layne Amoldson and Annette Campau for their input on the school calendar.
Trustee Lowder also appreciated the teacher comments on the school calendar and the accreditation. He is thankful to the wrestling coaches for their time and effort with the student athletes to keep their grades up to maintain eligibility.
Trustee Blik was impressed with the wrestlers and what they wanted to get done and appreciates the coaches for their effort.
Trustee Bohrer discussed his attendance of the Day on the Hill meeting. He and Superintendent Ward presented a plaque to Rob Roberts for his donation of steel to the high school construction project. Mr. Roberts was very appreciative of the visit.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 8:15 p.m., a motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik that the Board of Trustees of School District No. 58 recess from an open meeting into executive session pursuant to Section 67-2345, Idaho Code, in order to discuss Section 67-2345: Subsection b (Personnel) and subsection c (property purchase) that following the executive session the Board will reconvene in public session for the purpose of conducting further business or for adjournment of the meeting.
A roll call vote was held with the following results:
Herb Bohrer – Yes; Elaine Blik – Yes; Todd Lowder – Yes; Mike Shackelford – Yes; and Braden Driscoll – Yes. The motion passed.
The Regular session reconvened at 8:50 p.m.
No motions were needed.
Special Meeting
March 2, 2017
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in a special session beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at the Aberdeen School District Office, 318 W. Washington, Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairperson Herb Bohrer opened the meeting at 5:30 p.m. Present were Braden Driscoll, Mike Shackelford and Elaine Blik. A quorum was established. Todd Lowder arrived at 5:35 p.m.
PURPOSE OF MEETING AND BUSINESS CONDUCTED
The meeting was advertised to discuss the opening of construction bids, approving the emergency school closure on 2-24-17 and the school closure make-up day on 3-20-17, discuss building walkthrough, discuss purchasing optional earthquake coverage on builder’s risk insurance and changing the March 15th regular Board meeting time from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the agenda as presented. The motion passed.
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION BIDS
The building construction bids for the auditorium and classroom construction project were reviewed and explained by Joe Reams with Construction Services Inc. and Glenn Robinette with Hutchison Smith Architects.
BOARD APPROVAL FOR EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSURE ON 2-24-17 AND SCHOOL CLOSURE MAKE-UP DAY 3-20-2017
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the emergency school closure on 2-24-17 and the make-up day on 3-20-17. The motion passed.
DISCUSS BUILDING WALKTRHOUGH
The Board building walkthrough will be held March 17th at 9:00 am. No motion was necessary.
DISCUSS PURCHASING OPTIONAL EARTHQUAKE COVERAGE ON BUILDER’S RISK INSURANCE
Deferred to the March 15th regular Board meeting.
CHANGE THE MARCH 15TH REGULAR BOARD MEETING TIME FROM 7:00 PM TO 5:00PM
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Blik to change the regular Board meeting time from 7:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The motion passed.
Regular Board Meeting
March 17, 2017
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on March 17, 2017 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairman Herb Bohrer opened the meeting at 9:00 a.m. Also present were Todd Lowder and Mike Shackelford. A quorum was established. Braden Driscoll was absent and Elaine Blik arrived at 9:03 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance
SUPERINTENDENT and ADMINISTATOR REPORTS
Superintendent Ward reviewed her written report and highlighted several items. She added that a three day workshop with Idaho Power identified ways to reduce the cost of power saving approximately $30,000 a year. She thanked Mr. Pincock for the Tech Expo which was a great success. She attended the career fair at ISU and there were thirty graduates this year for teacher education jobs.
Mr. Pincock discussed his written report and highlighted the YourFit Tech Expo held on March 8th which had approximately 250 in attendance. He thanked Superintendent Ward for getting the event organized. He discussed the five year plan for the Professional Tech program with the Board. The students would like to have an Auto Mechanic program, A Vet Science course may be offered in a couple of years. Additional science classes were discussed including botany, a green house and horticulture. There will be an auction for the vocational program and picnic tables will be sold at that time.
Ms. Mennear reviewed her written report and thanked Erika Ingersoll and Natalie Lewis for their flexibility teaching PE and relocating gym classes to the elementary, high school and middle school library due to the problems with the gym floor. She thanked Jared Reed and Mrs. Colton for their willingness to share their facilities. She added Cristin Adams and Joel Pascoe will be the track couches for the middle school. She thanked Natalie Lewis for her time finding coaches and scheduling the games.
Ms. Colton reviewed her written report and highlighted that Mrs. Carroll was recently awarded a grant that she wrote last fall through Unicef. The students get a wristband to wear as they move about through the day and earn points. She added that 60 people attended preschool night on March 14th and pizza was served.
Mr. Vaughn reviewed his written report and highlighted that ISATS are being scheduled for this spring. He added that Elaine Ledford worked fifteen years for the school district and was dedicated to the students.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were additions made to the agenda to add a high school overnight trip request for state FFA in Twin Falls April 5th through April 8th under consent items (7-H), approval of March regular board meeting time and date change under consent items (7-1) and approve retirement letter of elementary school teacher Craig Wampler under Business Items (8-E). A motion was made by trustee Lowder and seconded by trustee Blik to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented:
Approval of February 22nd regular meeting minutes Approval of March 2nd special session minutes Approval of March 7th special session minutes Approval of February 2017 claims
County tax report- February 2017 February 2017 financial report Building budget reports Overnight trip request:
High school track and field- Middleton, ID May 18th-20th, state FFA – Twin Falls, ID April 5th- 8th
A motion was made by trustee Shackelford and seconded by trustee Lowder to approve consent items 7A-I as presented. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Policies for Approval: Policy 244 – Trustee Nomination and Election, Policy 457 – Supplemental Contracts, Policy 466 – Leadership Premiums, Policy 561 -Administering Medications, Policy 566 – Student Suicide Prevention, Policy 633 – Advanced Opportunities, Policy 633Fl -Advanced Opportunities Participation Form, Policy 633Pl -Advanced Opportunities – Student Registration Instructions, Policy 672 – Gifted/Talented Education, Policy 673 – Reading Assessment and Intervention Program, Policy 850.90 – Public Works Construction, Policy 851 – Supplemental Building Procedures
A motion was made by trustee Lowder and seconded by trustee Blik to approve the policies listed in Business Item 8A as modified. The motion passed.
Approve 2017-2018 school year calendar
A motion was made by trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the 2017-2018 school year calendar draft #1. The motion passed.
Approve 2017-2018 curriculum
Mrs. Colton reviewed state approved math curriculum for the elementary, middle and high school for the 2017-2018 school year. A motion was made by trustee Shackelford and seconded by trustee Lowder to approve the 2017-2018 curriculum as presented. The motion passed.
Approve hiring administrators
A motion was made by trustee Lowder and seconded by trustee Blik to approve the rehiring of the current administrators Travis Pincock, Ann Mennear, Robi-Jo Colton and David Vaughn. The motion passed.
Approve retirement letter of special education teacher Elaine Ledford and elementary school teacher Craig Wampler
A motion was made by trustee Shackelford and seconded by trustee Blik to approve the retirement of special education teacher Elaine Ledford and elementary school teacher Craig Wampler. The motion passed.
Discuss approval of optional earthquake coverage on builder’s risk insurance
A motion was made by trustee Blik and seconded by trustee Lowder to decline the optional earthquake coverage on builder’s risk insurance for the auditorium and classroom construction projects. The motion passed.
There was further discussion setting the time for the April regular board meeting for 7:00 p.m. at the county shop in Springfield, ID.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Lowder appreciates Craig Wampler for his work as an elementary school teacher for the Aberdeen School District. He commented how Mr. Wampler was dedicated to his students and he would spend extra time helping them. The new construction of the auditorium is looking good and hopes the community understands that teachers and administrators have the student’s best interest at heart. He appreciates the community, teachers and administrators and the safe environment for students.
Trustee Blik Appreciates the time and dedication of Mrs. Ledford and Mr. Wampler over the years. She appreciates what they have done this year and they will be missed.
Trustee Shackelford appreciates the teacher’s dedication and the retirees will be missed.
Trustee Bohrer commented that the teachers are appreciated for the job they do to motivate students on a daily basis and he admires them for their work. The 100 year graduation ceremony will be this year and he is looking forward to that. The construction project is coming along and the bids should be out for the new projects.
A motion was made by trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.
Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. on April 19, 2017 at the Bingham County Road and Bridge Shop, Springfield, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairman Herb Bohrer opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Also present were Todd Lowder, Elaine Blik and Mike Shackelford. A quorum was established. Braden Driscoll was absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
Danette Miller with Bingham County Elections discussed the Sunshine Law for political funds and reporting requirements for elected school board members.
Officer Cowley with five students of the Blackfoot Youth Coalition reported on the use of tobacco on school property. They are meeting with school boards, city councils and the Bingham County Commissioner to receive support for an ordinance prohibiting the use of tobacco on school property.
Joe Reams with Construction Services, Inc. gave an update on the building progress for the Vo-Ag building. The project is on schedule to be completed before school starts for fiscal year 2017-2018.
Marina Taylor discussed curriculum for Title I reading and math intervention programs for the elementary school.
High school students Baltazar Ortiz, Trey Peck, Jarrett Peterson and Sara Corsan presented their senior projects.
SUPERINTENDENT and ADMINISTATOR REPORTS
Superintendent Ward went over her written report. Legislation was passed this year to fund the career ladder. This has an impact on our school district because the levy we asked for to help fund teacher salaries is done this year. The district office met with the State Department of Education on April 12th to discuss how the new legislation would affect our district. With this information we will be able to budget for the 2017-2018 school year.
Travis Pincock went over his written report. Joseph Salgado has qualified to attend the Business Professionals of America (BPA) national competition in Florida. Aaron Spence will be taking him with the BPA group from Highland High School. He added that senior projects are still being completed and he is working on next year’s senior projects.
Ann Mennear went over her written report and highlighted Mr. Millett took students who were in the musical Lion King to Salt Lake City to see the traveling production of that show. The students loved the experience and she thanked Mr. Millet for his efforts. ISAT testing will begin April 24th, 2017. She arranged for the language arts and math teachers to meet individually with their students to go over last year’s testing results to discuss what they did well on and where they can improve and to give them each a little pep talk.
Robi Jo Colton went over her written report and highlighted several items. New math materials were received for the elementary and middle school and high school books will be coming soon. The math PD is set for the elementary and middle school for June 2nd – teacher in-service day.
The 5th grade students participated in the Tar War poster contest again this year. The winners are as follows: 1st Place Cristiana Carrillo, 2nd Place Yuleima Pelayo and 3rd Place Valeria Flores. The 1st place poster drawn by Cristina Carrillo will be entered into the Idaho State Poster Contest and will be recognized with a certificate and a TAR Wars t-shirt from the Idaho Academy of Family Physicians. 5th grade DARE graduation was scheduled for April 12th in the gym at 6:30 pm. The DARE field trip is May 17th.
David Vaughn went over his written report. He attended the Idaho Association of Special Education Administrators conference on April 4th in Boise and the federal Program Directors conference on April 5th . He attended workshops on assistive technology and legal updates pertaining to the recent Supreme Court decision regarding Special Education programs. He attended break-out sessions on Special Education and summer school programs as well. Summer school will be from June 12th-30th.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were additions to the agenda to approve the training agreement with Bingham County under Consent Items (7-G) and approving Simon Bercier to award the E-Rate Category two network improvement bid under Business Item (8-D). A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented: Approval of March 17, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Approval of March 2017 Claims March 2017 Financial Report
March Bingham County Tax Report
Building Budget Reports
Overnight Trip Requests
Middle School- Accelerated Reading Lagoon Trip 5/17
High School – Junior class Utah State University- Logan 4/24, BPA nationals- Florida 5/9 to 5/14, High school music- Salt Lake City 5/19 to 5/20, high school music- Post Falls 5/4 to 5/7 Approve training agreement with Bingham County
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve consent items A-G as presented.
BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Board policies April review- May Approval: 277 – Record Retention and Destruction 406 – Investigating and Reporting Suspected Child Abuse, Abandonment or Neglect 419 – Worker’s Compensation Benefits, 569 – School Wellness, 638 – Student Fee Policy, 876 – District, Expenditure Website, 970 – Service Animals, 971 – Animals in School
For review only, no motion is necessary.
Confirm Date and Time to Hold Budget Hearing as June 21, 2017 at 6:30 p.m.
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the date and time to hold the budget hearing as June 21, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. The motion passed.
Trustee who would like to be on the 2017-2018 negotiations team For discussion only, no motion is necessary.
Approve Simon Bercier to award E-Rate category 2 network improvement bid
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve Simon Bercier to award the E-Rate category 2 network improvement bid. The motion passed.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Shackelford had nothing to add.
Trustee Lowder had nothing to add.
Trustee Blik wished good luck to all the track meets in Aberdeen.
Trustee Bohrer enjoyed the senior project reports from the high school students and he would like to see more. The senior projects are very helpful to the community. He thanked Spudnik for their $1,500 donation to the Vo-Ag program toward the purchase of a plasma cutting table for the welding class.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 9:23 p.m., a motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik that the Board of Trustees of School District No. 58 recess from an open meeting into executive session pursuant to Section 74-206, Idaho Code, in order to discuss Section 74-206: Subsection B (Personnel) and that following the executive session the Board will reconvene in public session for the purpose of conducting further business or for adjournment of the meeting.
The regular session reconvened at 10:24 p.m.
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve rehiring Ron Mower as a retired teacher returning to work for the 2017-2018 school year. The motion passed.
The regular meeting adjourned at 10:24 p.m.
ABERDEEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58
Regular School Board Meeting
May 17, 2017
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. on May 17, 2017 at the Aberdeen School District Office in Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Chairman Herb Bohrer opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Also present were Todd Lowder, Elaine Blik, Mike Shackelford, and Braden Driscoll. A quorum was established.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
Melanie Beck –by Todd Lowder is concerned about losing the high school English teacher and duel credit.
Justin Wilson is concerned about fifth grade and what will be done about the class size for next year.
Brett Crowther is concerned about fifth grade for next year.
Ms. Colton handed out a schedule for rotating students between the two fifth grade teachers and classroom aides and presented to the board and patrons.
Chairman Bohrer addressed the patrons that the fifth grade class size and teaching schedule will be on the June regular board meeting agenda.
SUPERINTENDENT and ADMINISTATOR REPORTS
Superintendent Ward highlighted items on her written report and updated the date for demolition of the old Ag building from May 20th to May 22nd. Negotiations went well this year. She thanked those that participated in negotiations for their time and for working with the school district. There will be a coaches and volunteers appreciation dinner at Pizza Boyz at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23rd.
Mr. Pincock discussed his written report and highlighted the FFA banquet and auction will be May 25th. The FFA will be auctioning picnic tables that they made. The boy’s golf team took second place in the district tournament and will be heading to state. He thanked the boys and girls for their participation this year. Bo Knittel took first place overall. The National Honor Society hosted a color run on May 13th at 9:30 am. He added that Rosanna Satterfield will be the speaker at graduation and thirty eight students will graduate this year.
Ms. Mennear went over her written report. The middle school and high school band concert is Wednesday, May 24th. The middle school Lagoon trip scheduled on May 16th was rescheduled to Wednesday, May 24th due to cold weather. Students will be taking their finals from May 22nd to May 30th, 2017.
Ms. Colton discussed her written report. There is one student completing the paperwork for open enrollment. She highlighted the teaching assignments by grade for 2017-2018. The teachers are implementing and recording classroom interventions in Mileposts. This is our new Student Information System.
Mr. Vaughn discussed his written report and highlighted that Darla Jones is retiring as a paraprofessional at the high school. She has worked 22 years in the school district. She has been a tremendous help to our special education teachers. He added that Darla Wright will move to the high school and special education funding will remain about the same from this fiscal year to the next.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
There were additions made to the agenda to add an enclosure to Business items 8-E. Business Item 8-F was added to discuss the support letter for the Blackfoot Youth Coalition prohibiting the use of tobacco products on school property.
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the agenda as modified. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
The following consent items were presented:
Approval of April 19th Regular Meeting Minutes Approval of April 2017 Claims April Financial Report
County Tax Report
Building Budget Reports
Overnight/ out of state trip request
High school senior Lagoon trip- Farmington, UT 5/31, boys state golf tournament-Rigby, ID 5/14-5/16
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve Consent Items A-F as presented. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Board policies for approval: 277 – Record Retention and Destruction, 406 – Investigating and Reporting Suspected Child Abuse, Abandonment or Neglect, 419 – Worker’s Compensation Benefits, 569 – School Wellness, 638 – Student Fee Policy, 876 – District Expenditure Website, 970 – Service Animals, 971 – Animals in School
A motion was made by trustee Blik and seconded by trustee Shackelford to approve board policies 277, 406, 419, 638, 876, 970 and 971 and to table 569. The motion passed.
Ratify negotiations for the 2017-2018 school year:
A motion was made by trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to ratify negotiations for the 2017-2018 school year. The motion passed.
First review of the 2017-2018 general fund budget:
No motion is necessary, for review only.
Approve hiring of elementary school teacher Summer Burke and special education teacher Yvonne Nowland.
A motion was made by trustee Shackelford and seconded by trustee Driscoll to approve the hiring of elementary school teacher Summer Burke and special education teacher Yvonne Nowland. The motion passed.
ABERDEEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 Regular School Board Meeting May 17, 2017
Discuss 2016-2017 financial audit
A motion was made by trustee Shackelford and seconded by trustee Lowder to approve the hiring of Morgan Hatt as the financial auditor for 2016-2017. The motion passed.
Discuss and or approve support letter for Blackfoot Youth Coalition prohibiting the use of tobacco products on school property.
There was further discussion on the support letter for Blackfoot Youth Coalition to receiving support of a county ordinance prohibiting the use of tobacco products on school and public property. Aberdeen School District #58 has policy 950 in place prohibiting the use of tobacco products on school premises including all buildings, facilities and property being utilized for district-sponsored activities.
TRUSTEE INPUT
Trustee Driscoll appreciates the coaches and Elaine Blik for organizing the coach and volunteer appreciation day at Pizza Boyz. He appreciates the administrators and teachers for what they do. Trustee Shackelford appreciates the parents that came to the board meeting to receive correct information on the plans for the fifth grade teachers next year. He likes to see the parents attending the board meetings.
Trustee Blik is a firm believer in recognition. Being appreciated goes a long way. She is grateful for new teachers and new kids for next year. She added that ten students were going to state track on May 18th, 2017.
Trustee Lowder echoed what trustee Shackelford said about patron input. He thanked Ms. Colton in explaining the fifth grade teacher schedule for next year to the patrons and to the board and appreciates the teachers adjusting and doing what needs to be done for the students. He also thought the musical was awesome and he is happy to hear about the thirty eight students graduating this year.
Chairman Bohrer congratulated trustee Shackelford to being on the board another four years. He appreciates the parents attending the board meeting. He thanked Mrs. Colton for addressing the patrons.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 8:55 p.m., a motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik that the Board of Trustees of School District No. 58 recess from an open meeting into executive session pursuant to Section 74-206, Idaho Code, in order to discuss Section 74-206: Subsection B (Personnel) and that following the executive session the Board will reconvene in public session for the purpose of conducting further business or for adjournment of the meeting.
The regular session meeting reconvened at 9:46 pm.
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to give the state recommended 3% raise to administrators for the 2017-2018 school year. The motion passed.
The regular meeting adjourned at 9:48 pm.
ABERDEEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58
Special Meeting
May 26, 2017
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met in a special session (Per Telephone) beginning at 10:05 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2017 at the Aberdeen School District Office, 318 W. Washington, Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
The meeting was called to order at 10:05 a.m. by Board Chairman Herb Bohrer; a telephone roll call was taken for, Todd Lowder, Elaine Blik, Mike Shackelford, and Braden Driscoll. A quorum was established
PURPOSE OF MEETING AND BUSINESS CONDUCTED
The meeting was a special meeting to discuss Policy 457.10 Supplemental Contracts.
Superintendent Ward, and Travis Pincock, High School Principal had spoken with the trustees concerning the Supplemental Contract Policy and hiring of the High School Varsity Basketball position. The current policy states that the certified employee has first opportunity for the position.
Policy 457.10 Supplemental Contracts was reviewed and approved by the Trustees at the March 17, 2017 Board meeting.
The special session adjourned at 10:25 a.m.
ABERDEEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58
Regular School Board Meeting
Wednesday June 21, 2017
The Board of Trustees of School District No. 58, Bingham County, Idaho met for the budget hearing session at 6:30 p.m. with a regular session following on June 21, 2017 at the Aberdeen School District Office, 318 W. Washington, Aberdeen, Idaho.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
Vice Chairman Elaine Blik opened the meeting at 6:36 p.m., others present were Todd Lowder, Mike Shackelford and Braden Driscoll. Herb Bohrer arrived at 6:50 p.m.
BUDGET HEARING
The 2017-2018 Budget was reviewed and an explanation of the budget lines was presented by Business Manager David Burke.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Those present recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
DELEGATION AND PATRON INPUT
Chris Pratt provided a hand out for the Board and indicated he would like to see a certified fifth grade teacher hired for the 2017-2018 school year. Mr. Pratt’s handout provided to the school Board is available for review at the district office.
Ryan Wahlen discussed his concerns with the school district’s decision not to hire an additional certified fifth grade teacher for the 2017-2018 school year. He also voiced his concerns in regards to not hiring a high school English teacher. Amy Elliot had no additional comments to add.
Mrs. Colton discussed the 2017-2018 fifth grade teacher rotation hand out again with the school Board and the patrons.
Patrons were given time to voice their opinions to the school Board. There was open discussion for about an hour and a half with the patrons about not having a third certified fifth grade teacher for the 2017-2018 school year. After hearing from the patrons, Chairman Herb Bohrer requested every Board member’s input on this matter.
Trustee Driscoll commented that he would like to have a work meeting explaining to patrons how full time equivalency (FTE) and student average daily attendance (ADA) affect the school budget process in determining the hiring of teachers. He said it is important to have good communication with the Board, administrators and the patrons.
Trustee Shackelford suggested that he would like to have another teacher. He indicated patrons should speak up and bring any issue to the Board’s attention so they can be addressed as they arise.
Trustee Blik thinks the current plan for the 2017-2018 fifth grade teacher rotation with classroom aides is “awesome”. She would like to see more funding made available for the teacher aides. Another teacher is needed and possibly the school district can have a two year levy to fund an additional teacher. She also indicated classified salaries need to be addressed.
Trustee Lowder said that everyone should have the opportunity to say what they think without being judged. He feels that the current plan presented with the fifth grade teachers rotating with the classroom aides is good. He thanked everyone involved for their participation and appreciates the patron and teacher input on this matter.
Trustee Bohrer appreciated the comments and support of the patrons. He thanked the patrons for all of the levy support for the school district. We need to see that our students are getting the best education possible.
The Board of Trustees for the Aberdeen School District decided not to hire a third certified fifth grade teacher for the 2017-2018 school year. Hiring additional teachers would require modifying the 2017-2018 negotiated agreement that was ratified at the regular school Board meeting on May 17, 2017.
Shannon Schultz with Construction Services, Inc. discussed the status of the Vo-Ag/practice gym construction. The construction is on schedule and additional interest earned from the construction funds is approximately $14,000 more than originally budgeted. He recommended that the practice gym and Vo-Ag steel beams to be painted over the current red primer on the steel. Twelve foot tall panels can be installed to protect the building insulation from potential damage from basketballs repeatedly striking the insulation. The cost would be approximately $8,000 for painting the steel beams and $6,000 for the twelve foot tall panels and additional stainless steel backing behind the work benches. The Board agreed to have the paint and panels included with the practice gym and Vo-Ag building.
SUPERINTENDENT and ADMINISTATOR REPORTS
Superintendent Ward went over her written report. She highlighted the building construction is on time and on budget. The old high school will be without air conditioning until they move in the new building. The practice gym floor is scheduled to be finished September 15th. We have had some vandalism at the school. Some of the activity was caught on camera and was turned over to the police. If anyone sees any suspicious activity on the construction site or on any school property, please call the police.
Mr. Vaughn reported that there are 120 students in summer school from preschool age through fifth grade. The last day of summer school will be Friday, June 30th.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the agenda as presented. The motion passed.
CONSENT ITEMS
A. Approval of May 17th Regular Board Meeting Minutes
B. Approval of May 26th Special Board Meeting Minutes
C. Approval of May Claims
D. May 2017 Financial Reports
E. County Tax Report
F. Building Budget Reports
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve Consent Items A-F as presented. The motion passed.
BUSINESS ITEMS
Approve the 2017-2018 School Budget
After a discussion of a few items on the Budget, a motion to approve the 2017-2018 School Year Budget was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Lowder. The motion passed.
Policies for Review
569- School Wellness, 457.10- Supplemental Contracts- No motion necessary, for review only.
Approve Resignation Letter from Nicole Latsch
A motion was made by Trustee Lowder and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the resignation letter from Nicole Latsch. The motion passed.
Call for Milk Bids and Fuel Bids for FY 2018
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Shackelford to approve the call for milk and fuel bids for school year 2017-2018. The motion passed.
Approve Student Open Enrollment Applications
A motion was made by Trustee Blik and seconded by Trustee Lowder to approve the student open enrollment applications. The motion passed.
Exchange 2017-2018 Student Day 8/21 to 6/1
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Blik to approve the 2017-2018 student day exchange from 8/21/17 to 6/1/18. The motion passed.
Review School District Handbook
A motion was made by Trustee Shackelford and seconded by Trustee Driscoll to approve the 2017-2018 school district handbook. The motion passed.
TRUSTEE INPUT
There was no further Trustee input.
A motion was made by Trustee Driscoll and seconded by Trustee Blik to adjourn the meeting.
The motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 9:37 p.m.