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October Board Meeting Summary
1. During the payment of bills a board member pulled the bill from the
board attorneys. The October total was $14,736.00. The September bill
was $ 2,108 and the August bill was $4,872 for a total of $21,716.
2. Joey Butler made comment that he was very proud of the Girl’s
Softball team and coaches this year.
3. I discussed the staph infection concern that is sweeping the nation
right now. I mentioned that Kingsford donated 70 cases of Clorox wipes
to clean desks etc at the end of each day. We will also be giving
extra cleaning emphasis to the locker rooms. All teachers need to
stress that all children wash their hands on a regular basis. Buses
will also be wiped down each evening.
4. The new A/C – Heating units were discussed and the concern was
mentioned about the large number of problems that are occurring with
the units. The board wants to have the company extent the warranty.
5. Hunting Club asked and was given permission to have a day for the
members to hunt and give the meat to “Share the Harvest” program.
Old Business
1. The board discussed with the Architect drawings on a new classroom
building to be built between the high school and elementary. The
estimated cost came in too high so the board asked them to go back and
make some cuts. Further discussion will be at the meeting in
November. One estimated cost was approximately $1,500,000.
2. Officer Pyle was present to discuss some changes in the elementary
fire and tornado drills. The elementary is too crowded for the drill
to be executed as it has in the past. He presented new ways that were
better and safer. The board gave their approval.
3. Mrs. Taylor was present to ask for approval of the Math and
Building Trades curriculum guides. The board gave their approval.
A+ evaluation will be on November 30, 2007.
New Business
1. The 2006-07 audit was presented without any management letter.
Board approved.
2. The November board meeting has been changed to November 29th
due to the regular meeting falling on Thanksgiving Day.
3. An intercom for the high school was discussed. Two bids have been
received to complete the system. One from Towner Corp. was $6,911.00
and one from CenturyTel was $9,935.00. The item was tabled until the
November meeting so I can get together with Mr. Templeton on finances.
4. Mrs. Speichinger was present to discuss with the board the
possibility of erecting a new sign out in front of the high school.
They want an electronic display sign, but the cost would be in the
range of $13 or $14,000. Board asked that she go back and get more
information and see if cost could be reduced some way. Kathy also
mentioned the FBLA’s new business of renting rug cleaning machines and
selling the cleaning supplies.
5. Resignations
Mr. Keith Vawter has resigned as of the end of first semester. Also,
Mr. Chris Mertz resigned the Senior Class sponsorship. All were
approved by the board.
Employment of Personnel
Hired Mary Maddox as Student Council Sponsor of the high school.
Hired Kathryn Nilges as Speech and Drama Sponsor
Hired Barry Krause as Assistant Basketball Coach |
January Board Meeting Summary
1.
Superintendent’s Report: I informed the
board of the working relationship with the City of Belle Police
regarding the handling of the crosswalk on highway M. The school and
the Police will share the responsibilities.
2.
Patron made comment about the success of the
elementary and middle school GVC Scholar Bowl. Our district had a lot
of individual success and the school as a whole won first place in the
conference.
3. Superintendent’s Report: Updated the board about the odor in the
boy’s bathroom at the Middle School. We will try and fix the problem
this summer.
4.
Plans for Additional Classroom Building:
After discussion the item was tabled and the board asked me to get a
prioritized list from the building principals regarding needed repairs
in their respective buildings.
5. Bids
on hanging heaters for the high school and middle school gymnasiums
are being rebid so everyone can have the same specifications.
6. The
board granted Donavin Smith permission to graduate at semester and
still go the graduation exercises.
7.
Lunch Report: Students charging lunches
were discussed at the meeting and a consensus was reached that board
would allow the same procedure in the future as is going on now in
relation to students charging lunches.
8.
Approval of OPAA Food Services for
2008-09: The board approved the OPAA agreement to run our food
service for another year.
9.
2007-08 Budget Update: I discussed with the
board the state of the budget through January of 2008. At this point
the budget is within its bounds unless something catastrophic occurs.
I told the board that I would have a preliminary budget for 2008-09 to
show them at the February meeting.
10.
Approve Enhancement Grant: The Business
Department presented to the board for their approval an enhancement
grant that would require a 25% match for the district which would mean
about $6,500. Board Approved
11.
Approval to Seek Bus Bids for 2008-09:
Board gave that approval
12.
Approve April 2008 Ballot: The board
approved the ballot for the April election. The only item the
district has on the agenda is to elect three board members. The slate
of candidates is:
Greg Hicks
Paul Ridenhour
Matthew Stockton
Edward R. Pepper
Joe Lockard
Christy Miner
Linda Carwile
Christy
Moman
Jeff
E. Maples
R.K. Slinkman
Steve
Horstman
Thomas
R. Kinsey III
13.
Approve CSIP Relative to AYP: The board
approved the changes that were necessary to align our CSIP because of
our scoring on No Child Left Behind.
14.
Discuss and Decide on Bus Mechanic/Supervisor:
This item on the agenda pertained to whether or not we have one
employee do the mechanic job and supervisor or split them. The board
decided to split them with the mechanic only reporting to the
superintendent of schools. The position of mechanic will pay $28,000
for 12 months.
15.
Discussion on Student Records Program: Mr.
Bingaman and Mr. Templeton have had meetings with two firms that have
student records programs The board advised them to continue on with
their information gathering and make a presentation after all is
completed and a cost is known.
16. The
board hired Mr. Daryl White, Jr. as the bus mechanic. |
February Board Meeting
Summary
1.
Superintendent’s
Report: I updated the board on the progress being made by our new bus
mechanic. He is working diligently to get all of the buses in
condition for our March Highway Patrol Inspection. I also brought the
board up to date regarding the heaters that are being installed in the
middle school and high school gymnasiums.
2.
The only audit bid received to do the school
audit was from Graves and Associates who have done our audit for the
past two years. The board gave approval for them to continue our
audit for the next three years.
3.
2008-09 Budget Revenue Projection: I gave
to the board my best estimate at the time as to the revenues we might
expect for next year. The state formula should generate in the
neighborhood of about $136,000. Additional revenues could be
generated if the board would forfeit the voluntary rollback on the
levy and add 21 cents. This would bring in an additional $107,800.
In total this would mean an increase in revenue of approximately
$243,800. It is early right now, but figures should be culminating in
the near future.
4.
Purchase of Bus: The board purchased a bus
from Midwest Transit Inc, for an ending price of $63,600. This is
after the trade-in.
5.
Approve CSIP/Program Services Evaluation:
Mr. Templeton gave the report on the CSIP Program to the board and
Mrs. Taylor gave the report on the Program Services Evaluation. The
board gave approval.
6.
Review Maintenance: The board discussed the
maintenance program and the condition of our restrooms. They felt
that something needed to be done to upgrade them and make them more
presentable.
7.
Review Prioritized Building Repairs: The
board voted to concentrate on repairing bathrooms in the elementary
and high school and working to rid the odor in the bathrooms at the
middle school.
8.
Approve 2008-09 School Calendar: The
calendar was approved as presented.
9.
Presentation from Booster Club: Mr. Kurt
Keeney was present at the meeting to discuss with the board the
re-formation of the Booster Club. He discussed some plans they have
in mind to help the school and that they were putting together by-laws
and would be back to the board to get their approval of the by-laws
when completed.
10.
Employment of Personnel
a.
Josh Gray as Assistant Girls Soccer
b.
Greg Stevens as elementary aide and
Assistant Baseball Coach
c. Pep
Club Sponsors were discussed but with the season over the board
decided to table the issue
d.
Mrs. Ames, Mr. Smith, Mr. Templeton, Mrs.
Taylor, Mr. Bingaman and Mrs. Doss were all rehired for the 2008-09
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March Board Meeting
Summary
1.
Comments from Visitors: Kathy Speichinger reported on the
progress of the electronic sign the FBLA is sponsoring that will be
located between the high school and the elementary. Rita Horstman
represented the Strategic Planning Committee and recognized the
outgoing board members.
2.
Comments from Board: Concern brought up regarding a bus route
with a bus backing out onto the highway.
3.
Patron Addresses Board: Mrs. Nicole Rutledge addressed the
board concerning a knife incident on the bus and was concerned that
she was not notified of the incident. She also wondered if an
incident that happened to her daughter last year on the bus was
properly investigated. She wanted assurance that her children would
be safe on the bus each day. Mrs. Rutledge was told that the school
would do all possible to assure their safety.
Old Business
4.
Sale of Two Buses: The board agreed to sell two buses that are
not being used any longer. The high bidder was Copeland Bus Sales of
St. James for a total of $3,156.00
5.
Discussion of Renovations: Superintendent discussed with the
board what direction they wanted him to pursue regarding the bidding
process to renovate the high school and elementary school restrooms
and the high school locker room. The middle school locker rooms are
also in need of repair. They advised me to make contact with pipe
fitters union to see if they could help work up specifications. It is
hoped that the renovations can be completed by the end of the summer.
New Business
6.
Discussion of Health Insurance: Superintendent discussed with
the board the outlook on health insurance for next year. He reported
that the increase would be significant and that the Health Insurance
Committee would be meeting to make some decisions and then make a
recommendation to the board.
7.
Set Meeting to Reorganize Board and Elect Officers: This
meeting has been set for April 14, 2008 at 7:00 pm in the
Administration Office Board Room.
8.
Approve Early Out for Student: A senior was granted a daily
early out for the remainder of the school year.
9.
Resignations: Social Studies Teacher in the High School, Mr.
Michael Menendez, Mrs. Edith Keller, Science and Spanish Teacher in
the High School, Mr. “Butch” Gehlert Girl’s Basketball Coach in the
High School and long time kindergarten teacher Mrs. Bonnie Brown is
retiring.
10.
Board Recognition: After more than 15 years Roger Ridenhour
did not file to run for the board again and will be leaving the board
after April 8th, Mr. Joey Butler after 9 years on the board
also did not refile for the board and Mr. Richard Gehlert after 3
years decided not to refile for the board.
11.
The board also increased the mileage reimbursement up to $0.45
per mile beginning on July 1, 2008.
12.
Employment of Personnel
A.
All
of the certified staff was rehired with Travis Plume, Amanda Seaver,
Sunshine Shanks and Heather Weirich being approved as tenure teachers.
B.
Marvin Thompson and Chasity Honse were approved as bus drivers.
C.
Megan Krause and Chris Weaver were employed as custodians.
D.
Josh Butler was hired as Assistant Baseball Coach
E.
Rachel Wilburs was hired as Assistant Track Coach
F.
Some of the Extra Duties responsibilities were approved for next year.
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APRIL 24, 2008 BOARD
MEETING SUMMARY
1.
Comments
From Board: Christy Miner made comment regarding the success of Tabbi
Carwile and Lindsay Jenkins receiving a two rating at state music
festival. CONGRATULATIONS!
2.
Patron was present at meeting to ask for the
board to allow more parents to ride the bus with the kindergarten
students going to the zoo. Board turned the situation over to Mrs.
Ames and asked that she see what can be worked out to accommodate more
parents on the bus without being too crowded.
3.
Superintendent’s Report: I discussed the
progress on the renovations to be done to the building restrooms and
the additional classroom building. I told the board that the
architects are in the process of writing up specifications for the
renovations and that they would be working to give some options on the
classroom space.
4.
Decision on Health Insurance: I discussed
with the board my recommendation on health insurance for next year.
The board voted to accept the United Health Care Plan that set a base
plan with an employee cost of $385.14 per month per employee with the
option for anyone to buy-up to the next plan which has better
coverage. The employee will pay the difference between the two
plans. Also the board voted to abandon the Long Term Disability and
Vision Plans that were paid by the district. The vision plan will
still be available, but the employee will have to pay the cost of it.
5.
Discussion of the 2008-09 Budget: The
discussion mainly centered around the fact that I needed direction
from the board as to where they wanted to place the levy for next
year. Did they want to voluntarily roll back as we did this year or
leave the levy at the higher level as calculated by the State
Auditor? Their decision was to not voluntarily roll back the levy for
next year which would mean the levy will be in the neighborhood of
$3.33.
6.
The board approved the 2008 graduates.
7.
Salary Committee Proposal: After much
discussion the board voted to increase the base salary by $500 and
give each teacher their respective experience step. With these two
items plus the increased amount in health insurance and the additional
½ percent in retirement the teachers will be receiving a $1,751 amount
that will be applied to the budget for next year. The request by the
teachers to combine sick leave and personal leave in to one category
and not require specific reasons for use was tabled until next
meeting.
8.
Extra Duty Pay Schedule: The board approved
the extra duty pay schedule which is now determined by applying a
certain percentage for each coach or sponsor on the current base
salary on the schedule. Increase will be approximately $6,000.
9.
Sale of Building Trades House: The building
trade’s house will sell by sealed bid at a scheduled board meeting on
June 1, 2008. The location will be at the building trades house
itself at 4:00 PM. Minimum bid on the house this year is $93,000.
10.
Summer School Approval: Board approved the
summer school application.
11.
Discussion of Options/GED Program: Mr.
Templeton discussed with the board again about implementing the
program in our school. This would give students over the age of 17
the opportunity to work toward a diploma in this program. With new
board members that are not familiar with the program it was tabled
until the May meeting.
12.
Decision on MSBA Membership: Board agreed
to continue membership in the Missouri School Boards Association.
13.
Approval of Special Education Compliance
Plan: Board approved the plan and the Assessment proposal.
14.
Resignations: Tina Donehue-Senior Class,
Stephanie Glader-Cross Country and Track, Jennifer Juergensmeyer-Assistant
Girls Basketball, John Mahaney-Maintenance(Retiring in August), Hope
Nilges-Elementary, Kathryn Nilges-Speech/Drama, Claudia Scherstuhl-Junior
Class, Greg Stephens-Paraprofessional, Jamie Withouse-Board Member.
15.
Employment of Personnel: Board employed non
certified personnel. Also hired were Caryl Koch and Bobbi Robertson
to teach in the elementary building.
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MAY 22, 2008 BOARD
MEETING SUMMARY
I.
The board of education appointed Mr. Tom
Kinsey to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Mr. Jamie
Withouse.
II.
Old Business
a.
Review of Preliminary Budget: I discussed
with the board the preliminary budget for 2008-09. The budget for
next year will comprise about $7,000,000 in expenditures. Revenues
will fall short about $236,000 short of expenditures, therefore we
will be deficit spending about that amount.
b.
Non Certified Salary Increase: The board
approved a salary increase of twenty cents on the base for each person
and were given their experience step, resulting in a 40 cent per hour
increase. This is approximately the same percentage as the certified
staff received.
c. Administrator
Salary Increase: The board approved giving the administrators a $900
increase, that being the same as the teachers received.
d.
Decision on Options/GED Program: Mr.
Templeton asked the board to approve this program that will help high
school students that fall behind in credits to make those credits up
and prepare them to take the GED test to qualify for graduation.
III.
New Business
a.
Report on A+ Program: Mrs. Taylor discussed
with the board the program and made mention that 7 students qualified
for the program this year. She also discussed the number of students
that have signed up for the program in years to come. Numbers are
increasing each year providing the students meet the qualifications
during their high school years.
b.
Approve Change in Assessment Plan: Mrs.
Taylor discussed with the board some date changes that needed to be
made to the Assessment Plan.
c.
Review Bleacher Bids: I presented two bids
to the board for bleachers. R.L. Jackson and Heartland Seating both
submitted bids for the project. Heartland Seating came in with the
low bid of $76,639. Seating capacity in the gym will now be
approximately 855. The work will be done sometime in September.
d.
Resignations: After 31 years of service to
the Maries County R-II School District Mr. Dwane Smith is retiring.
He will be greatly missed. Others resigning were Laine Schafer,
elementary teacher and Mr. Tim Robinson, special education teacher.
IV.
Employment of Personnel
a.
Amanda Butler – Elementary Aide
b.
Betty Anderson – Custodian
c.
Diane Batten – High School Science
d.
Greg Koetting – ½ time Social Studies and
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JUNE, 2008 BOARD MEETING
SUMMARY
1.
No comments from visitors
2. New
Middle School Principal, Mrs. Bobbie Jo Lewis was introduced by Board
President, Randy Jett.
3. Superintendent’s
Report:
a. Dr. Spessard gave an update to the board regarding the progress of
the bleachers for the high school gymnasium.
b. Discussed bid received for tuck-pointing of all three buildings.
Quote was for approximately $120,000. Board cannot afford at this
time so it was dropped.
c. Dr. Spessard gave board a comparison of all non certified salaries
with surrounding salaries.
4. OLD
BUSINESS
5. Approved
final budget and transfers for the 2007-08 school year. Estimated
ending balance of $1,021,924.
6. NEW
BUSINESS
7. FFA
made a power-point presentation of the past years activities. Also,
Mr. Mertz and Mrs. Koelling discussed with the board a grant received
for buying guns for trapshooting. Board decided they do not want the
gun stored on school property.
8. Board
gave approval to enter into a lease purchase to buy a computer program
for the Learning Center. There will be three payments of
approximately $10,000.
9. There
were no bids for bleacher demolition. Tom Kinsey said he could get
enough local men together to do the job and save the district $6,000
for the bleacher company to tear down.
10. Professional
Development Report was given by Denise Edwards.
11. The
2008-09 budget was given tentative approve until the July meeting the
county assessed valuations come in so we can get a better “handle” on
our local income.
12. The
board gave approval to submit the June report of Core Data for the
2007-08 school year.
13. The
board set August 28, 2008 as the date for the Tax Rate Hearing at 6:45
pm.
14. Review
of classroom space was discussed by the board. They were interested
in possibly moving the fifth grade to Bland to give more room at the
Belle Elementary.
15. Resignations
were submitted by: Carrie Davidson, Pamela Fox, Stephanie Glader,
Masima Newman, Tracy Withouse
16. Employment
of Personnel: Kyle Mason – Special Education Elementary, Lynn Baker –
Middle School Special Education, Diane Brown – Elementary Aide, Amanda
Dozier – High School Aide, Faith DeRennaux – Middle School Aide,
Norma-Gene Cottrell – Fifth Grade Teacher, Allison Brookshire – Fourth
Grade Teacher, Constance Smith – Elementary Counselor, Butch Nie –
Assistant Maintenance to replace John Mahaney when he retires. |
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Summary
of Board Meeting of July 24, 2008
1. The
architects were present to discuss the bids regarding the bathroom
renovations with the board. The board had some concerns about the
cost of the renovations especially since there are some roof leaks in
the multi-purpose room in the elementary and a couple of leaks in the
high school. With this in mind and the concern about how much money
we have available the board decided to wait on the renovations until
we found out what the cost of the reroofing would be. The renovations
will be discussed at a later meeting.
2.
Comments from Board: Tom Kinsey thanked
those that help remove one side of the bleachers in the gymnasium.
3. Dawn
Hicks addressed the board: Dawn was there to talk about the soccer
program and said she wanted to turn the program and facilities over to
the school, which included the gate and concession revenues. The
board thanked her for allowing the school use of the facilities.
4. Superintendent’s
Report: A letter from OPAA Food Service was discussed regarding the
possible increase in food prices during the year and how it would
affect the school. Also discussed were the leaks in the elementary
and high school buildings. The modular unit also has some leaking
problems that we are needing to address.
5. Setting
Breakfast and Lunch Prices for 2008-09: It was recommended that the
lunch prices for next year remain the same even with the cost of food
going up. The only increase was an extra milk increased by 5 cents
and kindergarten milk increased 50 cents when paid by the year.
6. Approve
Raises for Other Administrators: The board agreed to increase the
administrator’s salaries by the same 4% that teachers received.
7. The
board approved the plans submitted for the 2008-09 Building Trades
House.
8. The
board re-approved the policy regarding board ethics to satisfy the
Missouri Ethics Commission.
9. Review
Budget Cuts: At the last meeting I was asked to cut $100,000 from the
budget and come back in July for approval. The cuts were discussed
with the board and the budget was approved.
10. Permission
was given to advertise for excavating and foundation work for the
2008-09 Building Trades House.
11. Approve
Staff Leave Policy: The board approved the policy that will allow
staff members to combine all sick leave and personel leave together
and call it “Employee Leave”. There will no longer be a designation
between sick and personal leave.
12. Review
Possible Changes in Monthly Agenda Procedure: The board decided to
limit patrons speaking to the board during the Visitor Comments
portion of the meeting to a total of 15 minutes. No person can speak
twice and each person is limited to 2 minutes as an individual. It
was stressed that if a patron wants to be on the agenda it should be
done in writing at least 5 business days prior to the meeting. |
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Summary
of Board Meeting of October 23, 2008
1.
Superintendent’s Report: The board was
informed that the metal roof on the modular unit had been installed.
I also mentioned to the board that our MSIP evaluation this cycle
would be a partial waiver and we would have two targeted areas for
review. The two areas are Guidance and Counseling and Career
Education. There will not be a team come like the 3 cycles previous.
2. The
2007-08 School Audit was discussed and approved by the board. The
ending balance was $981,000.
3. Parents
of a preschool child addressed the board asking for the son to be able
to attend the Learning Center in Jefferson City. After much
discussion the board approved him attending four days a week.
4. The
counselors were present to make their buildings respective reports
from last springs MAP results.
5. Discussion
of Building Security: The board discussed the possibility of putting
a security check in the high school as you enter the front door. A
window would be put in the wall in to the secretaries office and a set
of security doors would be installed in the archway as you enter the
hall. This way all people will have to stop and get approval to enter
the building from the high school secretary. The board said to
proceed.
6. Transportation
Report: The board approved the purchase of an oil burning heater for
the bus mechanic area. The unit will burn used oil.
7. Bids
were opened for installing drainage behind the high school. The board
agreed to accept the bid from Justin Smith Excavating for $16,000.
8. The
board meeting for November has been changed to November 25th
due to the regular meeting being scheduled on Thanksgiving Day.
9. The
board employed Dr. Richard Daugherty as Head Baseball Coach and Teresa
Keller as Scholar Bowl Coach. |
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