REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 West Cruger Avenue
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, March 10, 2008
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
BOARD OF EDUCATION
COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 140
Eureka High School Library
200 West Cruger Avenue
Eureka, IL 61530
Monday, March 10, 2008
7:00 p.m.
SUMMARY
1) Call to Order and Roll Call
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
3) An opportunity was given for the Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports and an opportunity for Audience Participation.
4) Consent Agenda Items
Approve February 11, 2008 Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve February 23, 2008 Special Board Meeting - Mini-Retreat Minutes
Approve Buildings and Grounds Committee Report on February 23, 2008 – Session One and Session Two
Approve February, 2008 Fund Balance Report
Approve Additional February, 2008 Bills
Approve Current Bills for March, 2008
Approve Payroll Summary Report for March, 2008
Approve Treasurer’s Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Activity Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve new and amended board policies
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Davenport Elementary School Selected to Receive Safety Grant
b. Monthly Board Policy Review
6) Personnel Report
a) Action regarding the employment of Doug Swanson as assistant boys’ track coach at Eureka Middle School for SY07-08.
b) Action regarding the employment of Elizabeth Taylor as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
c) Action regarding the resignation of William Troutt as girls’ basketball coach at Eureka Middle School effective at the end of SY07-08.
d) Action regarding the employment of Lori Jean Wood as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
e) Action regarding the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of Certified Personnel for SY08-09.
f) Action regarding the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of employees assigned to Extra-Curricular duties.
7) Approve Adoption of the Language Arts Textbooks for Grades K-5
8) Approve Amended School Calendar for SY07-08
9) Establish Eureka Middle School Eighth Grade Promotion Date
10) Select Participants for Graduations
11) Approve the 2008-2009 Official School Calendar, Schedule of School Improvement Days, Schedule of Regular Board of Education Meetings and CAC Meetings
12) Approve Feasibility Study of Third Floor Addition to Eureka High School
13) Approve Purchase of Two School Buses for SY08-09
14) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
15) Information Items were Discussed
16) Moved to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discuss security procedures and the use of personnel and equipment to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public or public property. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (8) as amended by P.A. 93-79 and P.A. 93-422.]
b. Discussion of (February 11, 2008 – two sessions) and (February 23, 2008) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
c. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
d. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
17) Resume to Open Session
18) Approve February 11, 2008 (two sessions) and February 23, 2008 Lawfully Closed Meeting Minutes, but to remain on closed status.
19) Consent Agenda Items
20) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:13 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Ken Pyles, Debra Van Hoorn and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Chris Miller was absent. Also present was Superintendent Crump, Assistant Superintendent Manos, Building Principals and other interested citizens. Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt left the meeting at 7:25 p.m. and returned at 8:02 p.m. Mr. Ed Leman presided in her absence.
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
· Alternative Education at Eureka Middle School
Mrs. Abby Rader Kayla Hilligoss
Mrs. Nancy Hoelscher Mitchell Lilienthal
3) An opportunity was given for the Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports and an opportunity for Audience Participation.
4) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles to approve the following consent agenda items:
Approve February 11, 2008 Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve February 23, 2008 Special Board Meeting - Mini-Retreat Minutes
Approve Buildings and Grounds Committee Report on February 23, 2008 – Session One and Session Two
Approve February, 2008 Fund Balance Report
Approve Additional February, 2008 Bills
Approve Current Bills for March, 2008
Approve Payroll Summary Report for March, 2008
Approve Treasurer’s Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Activity Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve the following new and amended board policies on second reading:
Board of Education – Uniform Grievance Procedure – No. 260.00
Board of Education – Board Member Service - New Board Member Orientation
– No. 280.01
Board of Education – Board Member Services – Board Member Expenses – No. 280.03
Board of Education – Communications To and From the Board – No. 291.00
Board of Education – Board Member Protection – No. 292.00
Board of Education – Activity Pass – No. 293.00
General School Administration – Policy Implementation – Development of Administrative Procedures – No. 350.01
General School Administration – Replacement of Employees Listed by Name in Specific Board Policy – No. 351.50
Operational Services – Budget – Final Adoption Procedures – 405.03
Operational Services – Budget – Tax Levy – No. 405.08
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Revenue – Sources – No. 410.01
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Revenue and Investments – No. 410.04
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Expenditures – Bidding Requirements – No. 415.07
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Insurance Management – Staff Insurance Program – No. 430.03
Operational Services - Transportation – No. 435.00
Operational Services – Pandemic Preparedness – No. 465.08
Personnel – Staff Development Program – No. 510.00
Personnel - Professional Personnel - Discipline – No. 520.25
Instruction – School Year Calendar and Day – No. 605.00
Instruction – Curriculum Design – Physical Education – No. 625.08
Instruction – English Language Learners – No. 634.00
Instruction – Migrant Students – No. 636.00
Instruction – Graduation Requirements – High School – No. 655.00
Instruction – High School Credit for Proficiency– No. 655.02
Students - Residence – No. 705.08
Students – Attendance and Truancy – No. 705.14
Students – Rights and Responsibilities – Discipline Guidelines – No. 710.01
Student – Discipline – Student Discipline - 715.01
School and Community Relations – Volunteer Coaches – No. 840.50
Board of Education – Guidance for Board Member Communications, Including Email Use – No. 291.00-R was pulled for further review.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Davenport Elementary School Selected to Receive Safety Grant - $10,000 for 4 yellow flashing lights on route 117 at two major crosswalks: Davenport and Eureka Christian Church.
b. Monthly Board Policy Review: 465.03 – 466.01
6) A motion was made by Van Hoorn, seconded by Blunier to approve the following personnel items by consent agenda:
a) Action regarding the employment of Doug Swanson as assistant boys’ track coach at Eureka Middle School for SY07-08.
b) Action regarding the employment of Elizabeth Taylor as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
c) Action regarding the resignation of William Troutt as girls’ basketball coach at Eureka Middle School effective at the end of SY07-08.
d) Action regarding the employment of Lori Jean Wood as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
e) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles to approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of the following Certified Personnel for SY08-09:
Marivic Barnes
Julie Rayburn
Melody Terrell
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
f) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Van Hoorn to approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of the following employees assigned to Extra-Curricular duties:
Jodi Gordon Musical Co-Director – Eureka High School
Jarod Gross Assistant Football Coach – Eureka High School
Amanda Hasty Assistant Cheerleading Coach – Eureka High School
Tracy Heffren Assistant Volleyball Coach – Eureka High School
Kari Marino Color Guard Sponsor – Eureka High School
Tim Meiss Head Boys’ Basketball Coach – Eureka High School
Kate O’Donnell Musical Co-Director – Eureka High School
Stan Prosser Girls’ Basketball Coach – Eureka High School
Don Samford Girls’ Track Coach – Eureka High School
Andrew Sprague Boys’ & Girls’ Swimming Coach – Eureka High School
Dave Steinbeck 7th Grade Boys’ Basketball Coach – Eureka Middle School
Doug Swanson Boys’ Assistant Track Coach – Eureka Middle School
Krista Swanson Cheerleading Coach – Eureka High School
Trisha Wierenga Volleyball Coach – Eureka High School
Janice Yoder Dance Team Sponsor – Eureka Middle School
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Chad Leman to approve adoption of the Language Arts Textbooks for Grades K-5 excludes the shipping costs. The shipping costs will be researched further. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) Approve amended school calendar for SY07-08.
To date, we have utilized one (1) emergency day (February 1, 2008). Therefore, the following adjustments to our SY07-08 calendar are recommended for approval:
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 - last full day
Thursday, May 22, 2008 - 2:30 p.m. dismissal
- last day breakfast and hot lunch will be served
- last day for bus routes
Friday, May 23, 2008 - No school - Teacher’s Institute
Monday, May 26, 2008 - No School - Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 - Pick-up report card day – cards are available between the hours of 8:30 and 11:30 a.m.
- High School cards will be mailed home
- No bus service
A motion was made by Van Hoorn, seconded by Pyles to approve amended school calendar for SY07-08. “The Superintendent is authorized to adjust the calendar if any additional emergency days are utilized, in order to assure 180 calendar school days.” Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Chad Leman to establish the Eureka Middle School Eighth Grade Promotion date for Tuesday, May 20, 2008 - 7:00 p.m. at the Eureka Middle School Gymnasium.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) Participants were selected for the graduations.
At Eureka High School Graduation, Ed Leman will read the names and Teri Ehrenhardt will provide the welcome. At Eureka Middle School Graduation, Chad Leman will read the names and Ken Pyles will distribute diplomas.
11) As per the contracts with both unions, all employees had the opportunity to vote for a SY08-09 calendar. Calendar A received 76 votes. Calendar B received 69 votes.
Calendar Highlights
· School starts for students on August 19, 2008 – Half Day
· Three 11:30 a.m. dismissals for School Improvement activities have been scheduled
· First semester ends before Christmas
· Ten week days for Christmas Vacation
· Institute at the beginning of Second Semester – Monday, January 5, 2009
· Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences will be scheduled on one day
· Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences will be scheduled over two days
· Will observe Presidents Day on Monday, February 16, 2009
· Will not attend school on Casimir Pulaski Day on Monday, March 2, 2009
· Spring break will consist of the week before Easter and Easter Monday
· School would end on May 29, 2009 if no emergency days were utilized
Recommendation:
Official SY08-09 Calendar and the important dates attached, which reflects the Calendar “A” vote.
Schedule of School Improvement Days for SY08-09.
Schedule of Regular Board of Education meetings for SY08-09.
Schedule of CAC meetings for SY08-09.
A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Van Hoorn to approve the 2008-2009 Official School Calendar, Schedule of School Improvement Days, Schedule of Regular Board of Education Meetings and CAC Meetings. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
12) A motion was made by Van Hoorn, seconded by Chad Leman to approve a feasibility study for a third floor addition to Eureka High School for an estimated architect fee of $2,200.00. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
13) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Pyles to approve the purchase of two school buses for SY08-09:
2- used 2008 77 passenger Blue Bird School Buses, CAT C-7 diesel engine as per all state and federal specifications with less than 15,000 miles, from Central States Bus Sales, Inc., Big Rock, IL.
2 Buses - $69,900 each $139,800
2 Trade-in Allowances
Bus #5 - -$7,250
Bus #11- -$7,250
Total Delivered to School $125,300
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
14) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
15) Information items were discussed.
16) At 8:14 p.m., a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Blunier that the meeting go into Closed session at 8:25 p.m. for the discussion of:
a. Discuss security procedures and the use of personnel and equipment to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public or public property. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (8) as amended by P.A. 93-79 and P.A. 93-422.]
b. Discussion of (February 11, 2008 – two sessions) and (February 23, 2008) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
c. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
d. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
17) At 9:30 p.m., a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Blunier, to resume the Open Session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
18) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Blunier to approve February 11, 2008 -two sessions and February 23, 2008 Lawfully Closed Meeting Minutes, but to remain on closed status.– Illinois School Code Citation 5ILCS 120/2)©(21). Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt Nay: None. Motion Carried.
19) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman to approve the following personnel items by consent agenda:
a) Action regarding the employment of Georgann Heimsoth as Bookkeeper beginning April 1, 2008.
b) Action regarding the employment of Dr. Mary Ann Manos as Assistant Superintendent for 2008-09 school year on a one year contract.
c) Action regarding the employment of Jason McAllister as custodian at Eureka High School beginning March 17, 2008.
d) Action regarding the employment of Diana Strunk as Executive Secretary-Treasurer beginning April 1, 2008.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
20) At 9:54 p.m., a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles to adjourn the meeting.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
President
Secretary
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
3) An opportunity was given for the Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports and an opportunity for Audience Participation.
4) Consent Agenda Items
Approve February 11, 2008 Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve February 23, 2008 Special Board Meeting - Mini-Retreat Minutes
Approve Buildings and Grounds Committee Report on February 23, 2008 – Session One and Session Two
Approve February, 2008 Fund Balance Report
Approve Additional February, 2008 Bills
Approve Current Bills for March, 2008
Approve Payroll Summary Report for March, 2008
Approve Treasurer’s Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Activity Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve new and amended board policies
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Davenport Elementary School Selected to Receive Safety Grant
b. Monthly Board Policy Review
6) Personnel Report
a) Action regarding the employment of Doug Swanson as assistant boys’ track coach at Eureka Middle School for SY07-08.
b) Action regarding the employment of Elizabeth Taylor as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
c) Action regarding the resignation of William Troutt as girls’ basketball coach at Eureka Middle School effective at the end of SY07-08.
d) Action regarding the employment of Lori Jean Wood as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
e) Action regarding the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of Certified Personnel for SY08-09.
f) Action regarding the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of employees assigned to Extra-Curricular duties.
7) Approve Adoption of the Language Arts Textbooks for Grades K-5
8) Approve Amended School Calendar for SY07-08
9) Establish Eureka Middle School Eighth Grade Promotion Date
10) Select Participants for Graduations
11) Approve the 2008-2009 Official School Calendar, Schedule of School Improvement Days, Schedule of Regular Board of Education Meetings and CAC Meetings
12) Approve Feasibility Study of Third Floor Addition to Eureka High School
13) Approve Purchase of Two School Buses for SY08-09
14) Recognition of Administrator’s Reports
15) Information Items were Discussed
16) Moved to Closed Session for the purpose of discussion of:
a. Discuss security procedures and the use of personnel and equipment to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public or public property. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (8) as amended by P.A. 93-79 and P.A. 93-422.]
b. Discussion of (February 11, 2008 – two sessions) and (February 23, 2008) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
c. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
d. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
17) Resume to Open Session
18) Approve February 11, 2008 (two sessions) and February 23, 2008 Lawfully Closed Meeting Minutes, but to remain on closed status.
19) Consent Agenda Items
20) Adjournment
1) The regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:13 p.m. by President Teri Ehrenhardt at the Eureka High School Library. The following members responded to roll: Mr. Kurt Blunier, Mr. Chad Leman, Mr. Ed Leman, Ken Pyles, Debra Van Hoorn and Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt. Chris Miller was absent. Also present was Superintendent Crump, Assistant Superintendent Manos, Building Principals and other interested citizens. Mrs. Teri Ehrenhardt left the meeting at 7:25 p.m. and returned at 8:02 p.m. Mr. Ed Leman presided in her absence.
2) ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
· Alternative Education at Eureka Middle School
Mrs. Abby Rader Kayla Hilligoss
Mrs. Nancy Hoelscher Mitchell Lilienthal
3) An opportunity was given for the Hearing of Delegates and Committee Reports and an opportunity for Audience Participation.
4) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles to approve the following consent agenda items:
Approve February 11, 2008 Regular Meeting Minutes
Approve February 23, 2008 Special Board Meeting - Mini-Retreat Minutes
Approve Buildings and Grounds Committee Report on February 23, 2008 – Session One and Session Two
Approve February, 2008 Fund Balance Report
Approve Additional February, 2008 Bills
Approve Current Bills for March, 2008
Approve Payroll Summary Report for March, 2008
Approve Treasurer’s Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Imprest Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve Health Insurance Trust Fund Report as of February 29, 2008
Approve Activity Fund Reports as of February 29, 2008
Approve the following new and amended board policies on second reading:
Board of Education – Uniform Grievance Procedure – No. 260.00
Board of Education – Board Member Service - New Board Member Orientation
– No. 280.01
Board of Education – Board Member Services – Board Member Expenses – No. 280.03
Board of Education – Communications To and From the Board – No. 291.00
Board of Education – Board Member Protection – No. 292.00
Board of Education – Activity Pass – No. 293.00
General School Administration – Policy Implementation – Development of Administrative Procedures – No. 350.01
General School Administration – Replacement of Employees Listed by Name in Specific Board Policy – No. 351.50
Operational Services – Budget – Final Adoption Procedures – 405.03
Operational Services – Budget – Tax Levy – No. 405.08
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Revenue – Sources – No. 410.01
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Revenue and Investments – No. 410.04
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Expenditures – Bidding Requirements – No. 415.07
Operational Services – Fiscal Management – Insurance Management – Staff Insurance Program – No. 430.03
Operational Services - Transportation – No. 435.00
Operational Services – Pandemic Preparedness – No. 465.08
Personnel – Staff Development Program – No. 510.00
Personnel - Professional Personnel - Discipline – No. 520.25
Instruction – School Year Calendar and Day – No. 605.00
Instruction – Curriculum Design – Physical Education – No. 625.08
Instruction – English Language Learners – No. 634.00
Instruction – Migrant Students – No. 636.00
Instruction – Graduation Requirements – High School – No. 655.00
Instruction – High School Credit for Proficiency– No. 655.02
Students - Residence – No. 705.08
Students – Attendance and Truancy – No. 705.14
Students – Rights and Responsibilities – Discipline Guidelines – No. 710.01
Student – Discipline – Student Discipline - 715.01
School and Community Relations – Volunteer Coaches – No. 840.50
Board of Education – Guidance for Board Member Communications, Including Email Use – No. 291.00-R was pulled for further review.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
5) Superintendent’s Report
a. Davenport Elementary School Selected to Receive Safety Grant - $10,000 for 4 yellow flashing lights on route 117 at two major crosswalks: Davenport and Eureka Christian Church.
b. Monthly Board Policy Review: 465.03 – 466.01
6) A motion was made by Van Hoorn, seconded by Blunier to approve the following personnel items by consent agenda:
a) Action regarding the employment of Doug Swanson as assistant boys’ track coach at Eureka Middle School for SY07-08.
b) Action regarding the employment of Elizabeth Taylor as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
c) Action regarding the resignation of William Troutt as girls’ basketball coach at Eureka Middle School effective at the end of SY07-08.
d) Action regarding the employment of Lori Jean Wood as an after school supervisor at Congerville Elementary School on a flex schedule effective February 25, 2008.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
e) A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Pyles to approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of the following Certified Personnel for SY08-09:
Marivic Barnes
Julie Rayburn
Melody Terrell
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
f) A motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Van Hoorn to approve the Resolution Reference the Dismissal of the following employees assigned to Extra-Curricular duties:
Jodi Gordon Musical Co-Director – Eureka High School
Jarod Gross Assistant Football Coach – Eureka High School
Amanda Hasty Assistant Cheerleading Coach – Eureka High School
Tracy Heffren Assistant Volleyball Coach – Eureka High School
Kari Marino Color Guard Sponsor – Eureka High School
Tim Meiss Head Boys’ Basketball Coach – Eureka High School
Kate O’Donnell Musical Co-Director – Eureka High School
Stan Prosser Girls’ Basketball Coach – Eureka High School
Don Samford Girls’ Track Coach – Eureka High School
Andrew Sprague Boys’ & Girls’ Swimming Coach – Eureka High School
Dave Steinbeck 7th Grade Boys’ Basketball Coach – Eureka Middle School
Doug Swanson Boys’ Assistant Track Coach – Eureka Middle School
Krista Swanson Cheerleading Coach – Eureka High School
Trisha Wierenga Volleyball Coach – Eureka High School
Janice Yoder Dance Team Sponsor – Eureka Middle School
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
7) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Chad Leman to approve adoption of the Language Arts Textbooks for Grades K-5 excludes the shipping costs. The shipping costs will be researched further. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
8) Approve amended school calendar for SY07-08.
To date, we have utilized one (1) emergency day (February 1, 2008). Therefore, the following adjustments to our SY07-08 calendar are recommended for approval:
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 - last full day
Thursday, May 22, 2008 - 2:30 p.m. dismissal
- last day breakfast and hot lunch will be served
- last day for bus routes
Friday, May 23, 2008 - No school - Teacher’s Institute
Monday, May 26, 2008 - No School - Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 - Pick-up report card day – cards are available between the hours of 8:30 and 11:30 a.m.
- High School cards will be mailed home
- No bus service
A motion was made by Van Hoorn, seconded by Pyles to approve amended school calendar for SY07-08. “The Superintendent is authorized to adjust the calendar if any additional emergency days are utilized, in order to assure 180 calendar school days.” Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
9) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Chad Leman to establish the Eureka Middle School Eighth Grade Promotion date for Tuesday, May 20, 2008 - 7:00 p.m. at the Eureka Middle School Gymnasium.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
10) Participants were selected for the graduations.
At Eureka High School Graduation, Ed Leman will read the names and Teri Ehrenhardt will provide the welcome. At Eureka Middle School Graduation, Chad Leman will read the names and Ken Pyles will distribute diplomas.
11) As per the contracts with both unions, all employees had the opportunity to vote for a SY08-09 calendar. Calendar A received 76 votes. Calendar B received 69 votes.
Calendar Highlights
· School starts for students on August 19, 2008 – Half Day
· Three 11:30 a.m. dismissals for School Improvement activities have been scheduled
· First semester ends before Christmas
· Ten week days for Christmas Vacation
· Institute at the beginning of Second Semester – Monday, January 5, 2009
· Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences will be scheduled on one day
· Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences will be scheduled over two days
· Will observe Presidents Day on Monday, February 16, 2009
· Will not attend school on Casimir Pulaski Day on Monday, March 2, 2009
· Spring break will consist of the week before Easter and Easter Monday
· School would end on May 29, 2009 if no emergency days were utilized
Recommendation:
Official SY08-09 Calendar and the important dates attached, which reflects the Calendar “A” vote.
Schedule of School Improvement Days for SY08-09.
Schedule of Regular Board of Education meetings for SY08-09.
Schedule of CAC meetings for SY08-09.
A motion was made by Chad Leman, seconded by Van Hoorn to approve the 2008-2009 Official School Calendar, Schedule of School Improvement Days, Schedule of Regular Board of Education Meetings and CAC Meetings. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles and Van Hoorn. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
12) A motion was made by Van Hoorn, seconded by Chad Leman to approve a feasibility study for a third floor addition to Eureka High School for an estimated architect fee of $2,200.00. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
13) A motion was made by Blunier, seconded by Pyles to approve the purchase of two school buses for SY08-09:
2- used 2008 77 passenger Blue Bird School Buses, CAT C-7 diesel engine as per all state and federal specifications with less than 15,000 miles, from Central States Bus Sales, Inc., Big Rock, IL.
2 Buses - $69,900 each $139,800
2 Trade-in Allowances
Bus #5 - -$7,250
Bus #11- -$7,250
Total Delivered to School $125,300
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
14) Recognition was given to Administrator’s Reports.
15) Information items were discussed.
16) At 8:14 p.m., a motion was made by Pyles, seconded by Blunier that the meeting go into Closed session at 8:25 p.m. for the discussion of:
a. Discuss security procedures and the use of personnel and equipment to respond to an actual, a threatened, or a reasonably potential danger to the safety of employees, students, staff, the public or public property. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (8) as amended by P.A. 93-79 and P.A. 93-422.]
b. Discussion of (February 11, 2008 – two sessions) and (February 23, 2008) lawfully closed meeting minutes, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by Section 2.06. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21)]
c. The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees of the District or legal counsel for the District, including hearing testimony on a complaint lodged against an employee or against legal counsel for the District to determine its validity. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1), as amended by P.A. 93-0057.]
d. Collective negotiating matters between the District and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees. [5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2)]
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
17) At 9:30 p.m., a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Blunier, to resume the Open Session. Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
18) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Blunier to approve February 11, 2008 -two sessions and February 23, 2008 Lawfully Closed Meeting Minutes, but to remain on closed status.– Illinois School Code Citation 5ILCS 120/2)©(21). Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt Nay: None. Motion Carried.
19) A motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Chad Leman to approve the following personnel items by consent agenda:
a) Action regarding the employment of Georgann Heimsoth as Bookkeeper beginning April 1, 2008.
b) Action regarding the employment of Dr. Mary Ann Manos as Assistant Superintendent for 2008-09 school year on a one year contract.
c) Action regarding the employment of Jason McAllister as custodian at Eureka High School beginning March 17, 2008.
d) Action regarding the employment of Diana Strunk as Executive Secretary-Treasurer beginning April 1, 2008.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
20) At 9:54 p.m., a motion was made by Ed Leman, seconded by Pyles to adjourn the meeting.
Upon roll the following voted yea: Blunier, Chad Leman, Ed Leman, Pyles, Van Hoorn and Ehrenhardt. Nay: None. Motion Carried.
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