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Unified School District #447
Cherryvale, Kansas May 11, 2009
The regular meeting of the Cherryvale Unified School District #447 Board of Education was called to order by President Lance Carter at 7:02 p.m. at the Central Office. Present were Lance Carter, Bruce Thornton, Sharon Wadman, Tina Cunningham, Michelle Loganbill, Cody Smith and Gina Booe.
Others present were George Owens, Steve Pefley, Craig Bagshaw, Marvin Hestand, Tonya Smedley, Debbie Reilly, Rodney Vigil, Jasmin Forman, Superintendent Randy Wagoner and Board Clerk Karen Conner.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner distributed a new Consent Agenda list with additional changes. All changes are as follows:
o Consent Agenda #4: Approve $3,000 cash donation for Geofitness equipment at Lincoln Central
o Consent Agenda #5: Approve the Neosho County Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
o Consent Agenda #6: Approve the donation of sack lunches to the Thayer cleanup crew working after the storm damage.
o Consent Agenda #7: Approve the low bid of $47,297 from Electronic Design for security cameras and door access.
o Add the following resignations to Consent Agenda #2: Janet Bernd, LC NCA Building Co-Chair; Deanna Owens, LC NCA Building Co-Chair; Amanda Whittley, MS Basketball Coach; Amy Allen, NCA Math co-chair; Leigh Ann Griffin, NCA math co-chair.
Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Sharon Wadman to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried 7-0
Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Bruce Thornton to approve the minutes of the April 13, 2009 regular meeting. Motion carried 7-0.
The Open Forum was not signed.
Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Michelle Loganbill, to approve the payment of bills and accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried 7-0.
Reports were given by Gina Booe on Tri County Special Education and by Jasmin Forman, Bruce Thornton, Sharon Wadman and Gina Booe on the KASB regional meeting. Jasmin Forman is the newly elected board member and will take her seat on the board July 1, 2009.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner reported on the following:
Ø Funding cuts for the 2008-2009 fiscal year and the 2009-2010 fiscal year were discussed. Also discussed were various budget savings ideas.
Ø A list of possible summer projects was presented.
Ø Mr. Wagoner reported that we have received the bids for the security cameras and the door access points. The low bid is from Electronic Design Services in Pittsburg, Kansas.
Ø Community Service Day was held on May 4 and was a success. A list of various sites and projects was reviewed.
Ø We have received a letter from the Department of Labor notifying us that all issues found during their on-site inspection have been corrected.
Board President Lance Carter declared a break from 8:33 p.m. till 8:40 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m.
Principals’ reports were reviewed and questions answered.
BUSINESS:
1. Motion was made by Michelle Loganbill, seconded by Gina Booe to enter Executive Session from 8:40 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel and student matters in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the building administrators and Rodney Vigil on call. Motion carried 7-0. Rodney Vigil entered Executive Session at 8:40 p.m. Executive Session ended at 9:00 p.m.
o Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Sharon Wadman to enter Executive Session from 9:01 p.m. till 9:20 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel and student matters in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the building administrators and Rodney Vigil on call. Motion carried 7-0. Rodney Vigil entered Executive Session at 9:01 p.m. Executive Session ended at 9:20 p.m.
o Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Sharon Wadman to enter Executive Session from 9:21 p.m. till 9:45 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel and student matters in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the building administrators and Rodney Vigil on call. Motion carried 7-0. Rodney Vigil entered Executive Session at 9:21 p.m. Executive Session ended at 9:45 p.m.
o Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Cody Smith to enter Executive Session from 9:46 p.m. till 10:05 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel and student matters in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the building administrators and Rodney Vigil on call. Motion carried 7-0. Rodney Vigil entered Executive Session at 9:46 p.m. and exited Executive Session at 10:03 p.m. Executive Session ended at 10:05 p.m.
2. Handbooks for the Diploma Center, Cherryvale Middle/High School, Lincoln Central Elementary and Thayer Schools for the 2009-2010 school year were presented and discussed. Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Cody Smith to approve the handbooks. Motion carried 7-0.
3. The Executive Session for Negotiations was not needed.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion was made by Michelle Loganbill, seconded by Tina Cunningham to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
1. Approve the replacement of Tim Emert, School Attorney, with Jeff Gettler and Jeff Chubb. The law firm remains the same.
2. Approve the resignation of Emily Dean, Asst. HS Volleyball Coach; Bob Blackard and Sharon Thompson, CMHS NCA Co-Chairs; Janet Bernd and Deanna Owens, LC NCA Co-Chairs; Mishelle Kmiec, Thayer SIT Chair; Amy Allen and Leigh Griffin, CMHS NCA Math Co-Chairs; Amanda Whittley, MS Basketball Coach.
3. Approve the Lincoln Central Summer School workers of Certified Staff: Kelli McMillan, Leigh Palmer, Diane Mahaffy, Jayne Knight, Emily Shearhart, Francee Lickteig, Jessica Heit, Angela Edwards and Classified Staff Lorri VanCleave, Cheryl Lyon and Roberta Housel. We may or may not use all of these individuals, depending on the number of students.
4. Approve the acceptance of a $3,000 cash donation for Geofitness equipment at Lincoln Central Elementary.
5. Approve the Neosho County Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
6. Approve the donation of sack lunches to the community members cleaning up after the storm damage at Thayer.
7. Award the bid for security cameras and door access points to Electronic Design Systems for their low bid of $47,297.
Motion carried 7-0.
Board President Lance Carter adjourned the meeting at 10:16 p.m.
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Unified School District #447
Cherryvale, Kansas April 13, 2009
The Budget Hearing of the Cherryvale Unified School District #447 Board of Education was called to order by board president Lance Carter at 6:30 p.m. at the Central Office. Present were Lance Carter, Bruce Thornton, Sharon Wadman, Tina Cunningham, Cody Smith and Gina Booe. Michelle Loganbill was absent. Others present were Kevin King, Jessica Heit, George Owens, Steve Pefley, Cindy Pefley, Andy Blaes, Craig Bagshaw, Scott Lambdin, Truman Colb, Marvin Hestand, Superintendent Randy Wagoner and Board Clerk Karen Conner. Superintendent Randy Wagoner presented the amended 2008-2009 proposed budget to the Board. Due to an increase in at-risk count, our general fund budget authority has increased. The proposed amended General Fund Budget is increased to $6,846,325, 4-yr old At Risk to $74,933 and K-12 At Risk to $851,777. Mill levies will not change. There being no questions, Board President Lance Carter declared the budget hearing closed at 6:35 p.m. Kevin King, representing the Lincoln Central PTC and Truman Colb of Fast Lane in Independence spoke to the board about tinting for Lincoln Central Auditorium windows.
The regular meeting of the Cherryvale Unified School District #447 Board of Education was called to order by President Lance Carter at 7:00 p.m. at the Central Office. Present were Lance Carter, Bruce Thornton, Sharon Wadman, Tina Cunningham, Cody Smith and Gina Booe. Michelle Loganbill was absent.
Others present were Kevin King, Jessica Heit, George Owens, Steve Pefley, Cindy Pefley, Andy Blaes, Craig Bagshaw, Scott Lambdin, Truman Colb, Marvin Hestand, Tonya Smedley, Casey Lickteig, Jo Neuburger, Barbara Hardy, Sheryl McCarty, Debbie Reilly, Tim Goode, Thurman Swain, Superintendent Randy Wagoner and Board Clerk Karen Conner.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner recommended the following amendments to the agenda:
o Consent Agenda #2: Approve additional letters of resignation from Mike Lewis as High School Volleyball Head Coach and from Dawn Allen as Thayer Volleyball Coach
o Add Consent Agenda #7, Approve Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Grant Application
o Add Consent Agenda #8, Accept donations from district patrons totaling $1,450.00 for the 5th and 6th grade field trip to Topeka.
o Add Consent Agenda #9, Approve the Draft 2009-2010 calendar
o Add Consent Agenda #10, Approve joint project with the Lincoln Central PTC, tinting of the Lincoln Central auditorium windows, with a cost to the district not to exceed $1,346.50.
Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Tina Cunningham to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Bruce Thornton to approve the minutes of the March 9, 2009 regular meeting and the March 24, 2009 special meeting. Notes from the March 26, 2009 candidate forum were also reviewed. Motion carried 6-0.
The Open Forum was signed by Kevin King on behalf of the PTC and by Sheryl McCarty, 5th and 6th grade teachers. Mr. King addressed the Board during their work session regarding the possibility of collaborating with the Board of Education to install tinting film on the windows at the Lincoln Central Elementary auditorium to diminish harsh light during the day. The film would also create energy savings for heating and cooling. Mrs. McCarty addressed the board requesting that an additional teacher be employed to maintain the number of 6 teachers at the Lincoln Central 5th and 6th grade level.
Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Sharon Wadman, to approve the payment of bills and accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried 6-0.
The budget hearing was reopened for any additional questions. There being none, motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Bruce Thornton to approve the amended budget in the following funds: General Fund - $6,846,325; 4-Yr Old At Risk - $74,933 and K-12 At Risk $851,777. Actual increase in budget authority is $158,701; however, these figures are based on the original per pupil allotment of $4,433, and not the most recent projection of $4,400 per pupil. Final General Fund budget authority will vary. Motion carried 6-0.
The Board requested that discussion regarding Consent Agenda 1, a request by Tim Goode and Thurman Swain for a two-year extension on the land transfer agreement for the lots on the west side of Cherryvale. Several grants have been applied for, but funding went to the surrounding cities affected by flooding. They are applying for additional grant funds. Mr. Goode and Mr. Thurman answered additional questions from the board.
Reports were given by Gina Booe on Tri County Special Education and by Tina Cunningham on the recent National School Board Association conference she attended in San Diego, CA.
Board President Lance Carter declared a break from 8:35 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Meeting reconvened at 8:45 p.m.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner reported on the following:
Ø Enrollment numbers show a headcount of 931with 303 at the M/HS, 365 at Lincoln Central, 127 at Thayer Schools and 136 at the Diploma Center. Ø Various budget savings ideas were discussed. A non-prioritized listing is attached.
Ø The Federal Stimulus package was discussed along with the differences between supplementing and supplanting.
Ø The 2009-2010 school year calendar was presented.
Ø We have received notice that Cherryvale met the 100% compliance target set by the Office of Special Education Programs for Indicator 13 of the State Performance Plan.
Principals’ reports were reviewed and questions answered. There will be several areas of the Thayer school building that will need to be replumbed this summer.
BUSINESS:
1. Motion was made by Bruce Thornton, seconded by Tina Cunningham to enter Executive Session from 8:55 p.m. till 9:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel and student matters in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the building administrators on call. Motion carried 6-0. George Owens and Scott Lambdin entered Executive Session at 9:02 p.m. Executive Session ended at 9:30 p.m.
o Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Tina Cunningham to enter Executive Session from 9:31 p.m. till 9:45 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel and student matters in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the building administrators on call. Motion carried 6-0. George Owens and Scott Lambdin entered Executive Session at 9:31 p.m. and exited at 9:44 p.m. Executive Session ended at 9:45 p.m.
2. Handbooks for the Diploma Center, Cherryvale Middle/High School and Thayer Schools were presented. After some discussion, this item was tabled until the May 11, 2009 meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Sharon Wadman to approve the following Consent Agenda items:
1. Approve an extension of two years to the Land Transfer agreement with Tim Goode and Thurman Swain due to economic conditions and grants available necessary for development.
2. Approve the resignations of Lisa Muxlow as LC Library Aide effective April 22, 2009; of Mike Lewis as Head High School Volleyball Coach for the 2009-2010 school year and of Dawn Allen as Thayer Volleyball Coach for the 2009-2010 school year.
3. Approve the hiring of Candace Wagoner for the CMHS pianist per Mr. Kenast’s recommendation.
4. Approve the Greenbush Health Supplemental Agreement
5. Approve the graduation of Jaquelyn Bennett from the Diploma Center due to her completion of all requirements.
6. Approve the student credit waiver for the Diploma Center due to age and co-hort grade.
7. Approve submission of the Fresh Fruit & Vegetable grant application.
8. Accept patron donations totaling $1,450 for the 5th and 6th grade trip to Topeka.
9. Approve the 2009-2010 school calendar
10. Approve the joint project with the Lincoln Central PTC to install tint on the auditorium windows with a cost to the district not to exceed $1,346.50.
Motion carried 6-0.
Board President Lance Carter adjourned the meeting at 9:57 p.m.
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Unified School District #447
Cherryvale, Kansas March 9, 2009
During the scheduled work session beginning at 6:30 p.m., Dan Carroll and Randy Hoffman of Yerkes & Michels accounting firm presented the Fiscal Year 2008 audit to the Board of Education.
The regular meeting of the Cherryvale Unified School District #447 Board of Education was called to order by President Lance Carter at 7:00 p.m. at the Central Office. Present were Lance Carter, Gina Booe, Sharon Wadman, Tina Cunningham, Michelle Loganbill, Bruce Thornton and Cody Smith.
Others present were George Owens, Tonya Smedley, Craig Bagshaw, Marvin Hestand, Steve Pefley, Cindy Pefley, Scott Lambdin, Jo Neuburger, Andy Taylor, Richard Basham, Superintendent Randy Wagoner and Board Clerk Karen Conner.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner recommended the following additions to the Consent Agenda:
- #12 – Accept donations for Girl’s State Basketball trip
- #13 – Approve Senior Trip on April 6, 7 & 8.
Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Sharon Wadman to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried 7-0.
Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Bruce Thornton to approve the minutes of the February 9, 2009 regular meeting. Motion carried 7-0.
The open forum was not signed.
Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Gina Booe to approve payment of bills and accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried 7-0.
Gina Booe reported for Tri County Special Education. Tina Cunningham asked other Board Members to look over the agenda for the NSBA meeting and let her know if they wanted her to attend specific sessions.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner reported on the following:
Ø Enrollment numbers were updated. Total headcount as of 3/5/09 is 936. Ø The state is proposing that base state aid per pupil be maintained at $4,400 for FY 2010. The federal stimulus package was also discussed.
Ø The Cherryvale Alumni Association has chosen Bobbie E. Ott as Alumni of the Year
Ø Dr. Craig Elliott is requesting that the Long Range Plan leadership meeting be held during the week of March 23, 2009.
Ø We are the recipient of a COPS grant to upgrade security cameras and systems over the next two years. This is a matching grant, with the school district’s portion coming out of Capital Outlay. If we do not accept the grant at this time, it may have a negative effect on future COPS grant applications for our district. It was the consensus of the board to proceed with the grant.
Ø Mr. Wagoner presented information on the Spring KASB Regional Meeting and New Board Member Workshop which will be held May 5, 2009 at Greenbush.
Ø A Board of Education Candidates Forum is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, at the Middle/High School Commons Area beginning at 7:00 p.m. This is co-sponsored by the Middle/High School Site Council and the Montgomery County Chronicle.
Principals’ reports were reviewed and questions answered.
Board President Lance Carter declared a break from 8:05 to 8:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
BUSINESS:
1. Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Tina Cunningham to enter Executive Session from 8:10 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel and student issues in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the administrators on call. Motion carried 7-0. Executive Session ended at 8:30 p.m.
o Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Tina Cunningham to enter Executive Session from 8:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel and student issues in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the administrators on call. Motion carried 7-0. Executive Session ended at 8:45 p.m.
o Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Tina Cunningham to enter Executive Session from 8:45 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel and student issues in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the administrators on call. Motion carried 7-0. George Owens and Scott Lambdin entered Executive Session at 8:53 p.m. Executive Session ended at 9:00 p.m.
2. Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Tina Cunningham to enter Executive Session from 9:01 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner. Motion carried 7-0. Executive Session ended at 9:30 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Cody Smith to approve the following Board Consent Items 1-10 and 12-13:
1. Set the Long Range Planning meeting for Monday, March 23, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at the Central Office.
2. Approve the donation of time and materials for Lincoln Central auditorium seating refinish
3. Approve the cash management agreement with Community National Bank
4. Approve the disposal by sale or disposal of old computers, desks and other unusable items in storage.
5. Accept the John C. Mihm science grant in the amount of $500.00
6. Accept the resignation of Nancy Sherman, Thayer Schools Title I
7. Approve the use of WIA – Kansas Works clients for assistance as assigned.
8. Approve the reassignment of Kim Martin to the HS Math Position pending certification
9. Approve Bobbie E. Ott, Alumni of the Year as 2009 Graduation Speaker
10. Approve the use of McKinley by Tri-County Special Education
11. PULLED AND NO ACTION TAKEN ON THIS ITEM – student credit waiver
12. Accept the following donations for girls’ basketball state expenses: $100, CRC; $200, Booster Club; $200, Triple D Seed; and various community members with food items for dinner.
13. Approve the Senior Trip for April 6, 7 and 8, 2009.
Motion carried 7-0.
Board President Lance Carter adjourned the meeting at 9:38 p.m.
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Anyone in the world Unified School District #447
Cherryvale, Kansas February 9, 2009
The regular meeting of the Cherryvale Unified School District #447 Board of Education was called to order by President Lance Carter at 7:00 p.m. at the Central Office. Present were Lance Carter, Gina Booe, Sharon Wadman, Tina Cunningham, Bruce Thornton and Cody Smith. Michelle Loganbill arrived at the meeting at 7:49 p.m.
Others present were George Owens, Tonya Smedley, Craig Bagshaw, Marvin Hestand, Steve Pefley, Cindy Pefley, Andy Taylor, Richard Basham, Superintendent Randy Wagoner and Board Clerk Karen Conner.
Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Gina Booe to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion was made by Bruce Thornton, seconded by Sharon Wadman to approve the minutes of the January 7, 2009 special meeting, the January 12, 2009 regular meeting, and the January 20, 2009 special meeting. Motion carried 6-0.
The open forum was not signed.
Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Bruce Thornton to approve payment of bills and accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried 5-1 with Lance Carter dissenting.
Gina Booe reported for Tri County Special Education. Tina Cunningham spoke regarding the NSBA convention she will be attending and asked other Board Members to look over the meeting agenda and let her know if they wanted her to attend specific sessions.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner reported on the following:
Ø Enrollment numbers were updated and the state audit report was reviewed. Ø Mr. Wagoner touched on how the federal stimulus package may affect Kansas schools. Preliminary numbers reflect a possible 2009 increase to our district of $105,400 in Title I funds; $259,200 in construction funds; and $77,800 in Special Ed funding. We are not sure what strictures will be included in the package. The latest information on reduction in general funding from the state of Kansas was also discussed. Our possible reduction for 2008-09 is $37,168, however these numbers are changing daily.
Ø The Board reviewed the Executive Summary for the Montgomery County Mitigation Plan.
Ø At the present time, there are no staff members interested in developing a store front building option for the building adjacent to the Diploma Center, so we will not be pursuing it.
Ø Mr. Wagoner has been in contact with Craig Elliott regarding the Long Range Plan Phase II meeting. It is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, February 19.
Ø We are in the process of obtaining estimates on repaving the bus parking at Lincoln Central using reinforced treated concrete.
Principals’ reports were reviewed and questions answered.
BUSINESS:
1. Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Sharon Wadman to enter Executive Session from 7:38 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel and student issues in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the administrators on call. Motion carried 6-0. Michelle Loganbill arrived and entered Executive Session at 7:49 p.m. Executive Session ended at 8:00 p.m.
o Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Cody Smith to enter Executive Session from 8:00 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel and student issues in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the administrators on call. Motion carried 7-0. Executive Session ended at 8:10 p.m.
2. The scheduled executive session was not needed. Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Michelle Loganbill to extend the administrators’ contracts to run through June 30, 2011, with a compensation package to be set at a later date as the budget allows. This will include a 2-year extension for Tonya Smedley so that she will be on the same rotation as the other principals. Motion carried 7-0.
CONSENT AGENDA:
There was a request that Consent Agenda Item #6 be pulled and voted upon separately. Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Gina Booe to approve the following Board Consent Items 1-5 and #7:
1. Set the Long Range Planning Phase II meeting for February 19, 2009.
2. Approve the Mitigation Plan for Montgomery County.
3. Appoint David Lanning as the district representative to the Recreation Commission
4. Authorize the closing of the Federal Funds inactive bank account #0810001063. This account has been idle for over 5 years.
5. Set Drivers Education rates for the 2009 summer session as follows - $100 for students enrolled in our district, whether they live inside or outside district boundaries; $175 for students living within district boundaries but not attending USD 447; and $290 for non-resident/non student applications.
6. Voted upon separately
7. Approve the John C. Mihm Science $500 grant application submitted by Mike Lewis
Motion carried 7-0.
Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Michelle Loganbill to approve Consent Agenda Item # 6 – Student waiver of mandatory credits due to transfer issues. Motion passed 5-2 with Sharon Wadman and Cody Smith dissenting.
Board President Lance Carter adjourned the meeting at 8:18 p.m.
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Unified School District #447
Cherryvale, Kansas January 12, 2009
The regular meeting of the Cherryvale Unified School District #447 Board of Education was called to order by President Lance Carter at 7:00 p.m. at the Central Office. Present were Lance Carter, Gina Booe, Sharon Wadman, Tina Cunningham, Michelle Loganbill and Cody Smith. Bruce Thornton arrived at the meeting at 7:52 p.m.
Others present were George Owens, Tonya Smedley, Craig Bagshaw, Marvin Hestand, Steve Pefley, Cindy Pefley, Jo Neuburger, Superintendent Randy Wagoner and Board Clerk Karen Conner.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner recommended the addition of Consent Agenda Item 6: Allow Gabriele Ecret authority to further investigate and possibly submit an application for a Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Program federal grant. Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Tina Cunningham to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion was made by Michelle Loganbill, seconded by Tina Cunningham to approve the minutes of the December 8, 2008 regular meeting. Motion carried 6-0.
The open forum was not signed.
Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Sharon Wadman to approve payment of bills and accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried 6-0.
Gina Booe reported for Tri County Special Education.
Superintendent Randy Wagoner reported on the following:
Ø Enrollment numbers were updated.
Ø The M/HS locker flooring that was scheduled to be done over Christmas break has been partially completed. The dressing rooms and shower areas are done with the hallways to be completed over spring break. The contractor was late in starting the project and was unable to complete before the break was over. Lighting in the M/HS parking lot has been installed.
Ø We have received an opportunity from FHSU and ESU to participate in a professional development program for our secondary science teachers at minimal cost to our district. Mr. Philip Swindler is interested in participating in this program.
Ø The building adjacent to the Diploma Center is now vacant and the landlord is asking if our district is interested in expanding. Several options for the use were discussed. Further discussion will be held at the February meeting.
Ø An update has been received from the Neosho County Haz Mat Mitigation Planning Committee. They are requesting that those living in the Thayer area complete questionnaires for the public participation requirement.
Ø The City of Cherryvale will be blacktopping Carson Street and has offered to blacktop the Lincoln Central bus parking areas on both Carson Street and 4th Street at a cost of $3,000 for each area. Discussion was held on the values of blacktop vs. concrete. The Board requested that an estimate be obtained for concreting those areas and brought to the February meeting.
Ø David Lanning’s term as the Board representative to the Recreation Commission is expiring this month. Mr. Lanning has given us a letter of interest in another term. We will notice this position for action in February.
Ø Board Policy IDAD regarding Title I Programs was reviewed per annual regulation requirements. There have been no recommendations for change by KASB.
Ø Board of Education candidate information was reviewed.
Ø A sample of the news release for the Cherryvale-Thayer USD 447 Long Range Planning process was reviewed by the Board.
Ø A draft calendar for the 2009-2010 school year was discussed.
Principals’ reports were reviewed and questions answered.
BUSINESS:
1. Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Gina Booe to enter Executive Session from 7:35 p.m. to 8:05 p.m. to discuss non-elected personnel and student issues in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present and the administrators on call. Motion carried 6-0. Bruce Thornton arrived and entered Executive Session ended at 7:52 p.m. Executive Session ended at 8:05 p.m.
o Board President Lance Carter declared a break from 8:05 to 8:10 p.m. Meeting reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
2. Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Bruce Thornton to enter Executive Session from 8:10 p.m. till 8:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present. Motion carried 7-0. Executive Session ended at 8:30 p.m.
o Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Gina Booe to enter Executive Session from 8:30 p.m. till 8:45 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present. Motion carried 7-0. Executive Session ended at 8:45 p.m.
o Motion was made by Gina Booe, seconded by Cody Smith to enter Executive Session from 8:45 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing non-elected personnel in order to protect the privacy interests of the individual(s) to be discussed with the Board of Education and Superintendent Randy Wagoner present. Motion carried 7-0. Executive Session ended at 9:00 p.m.
o Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Michelle Loganbill to extend the contract of Superintendent Randy Wagoner for another one year term through June 30, 2011, with salary and benefits to be set at a later date. Motion carried 6-1 with Sharon Wadman dissenting.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Motion was made by Tina Cunningham, seconded by Cody Smith to approve the following Board Consent Items 1-6:
1. Set the Long Range Planning Phase I meeting for January 20, 2009 tentatively at 5:30 p.m. at the Central Office.
2. Send a notice letter to the Cherryvale Teachers Association as required by law.
3. Approve Philip Swindler to participate in the Science Training Program through FHSU / ESU.
4. Set the District wide community service day for May 1, 2009
5. Approve district membership in the Kansas Education Coalition for 2009.
6. Authorize Gabriele Ecret to further investigate and apply for the Fresh Fruits & Vegetables Program federal grant.
Motion carried 7-0.
Board President Lance Carter adjourned the meeting at 9:07 p.m.
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Anyone in the world UNOFFICIAL MINUTES Unified School District #447 Cherryvale, Kansas December 8, 2008
The regular meeting of the Cherryvale Unified School District #447 Board of Education was called to order by President Lance Carter at 7:00 p.m. at the Central Office. Present were Lance Carter, Gina Booe, Sharon Wadman, Tina Cunningham, Michelle Loganbill and Bruce Thornton. Cody Smith was absent. Bruce Thornton left the meeting at 7:10 p.m.
Others present were George Owens, Scott Lambdin, Tonya Smedley, Craig Bagshaw, Marvin Hestand, Steve Pefley, Cindy Pefley, Craig Elliott, Bill Ott, Superintendent Randy Wagoner and Board Clerk Karen Conner.
Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Bruce Thornton to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried 6-0.
Motion was made by Michelle Loganbill, seconded by Gina Booe to approve the minutes of the November 10, 2008 regular meeting. Motion carried 6-0.
The open forum was not signed.
Motion was made by Sharon Wadman, seconded by Tina Cunningham to approve payment of bills and accept the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried 5-0.
There was no Tri-County report. Tina Cunningham reported on the KASB annual convention held in Wichita, Kansas.
George Owens addressed the board regarding the results of the Kansas Assessment reading tests taken by the junior class. Out of the 50 students taking the test, 3 scored academic warning, 7 approaching standards, 13 meeting standards, 16 exceeding standards, and 11 exemplary. Mr. Owens also spoke about the difficulty in locating a qualified teacher for the 2009-2010 mathematics position and the possible necessity of offering a signing bonus. The board was amenable to this suggestion. Superintendent Randy Wagoner reported on the following: </ |
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